Leaf &amp; Ladle

Delicious! Been coming here for years and quality has remained intact! Highly suggest ordering…read moreonline if you're in a rush.

The Sandwich Odyssey just became my sandwich shop gold standard. An office I was hosting lunch for…read morein the area requested lunch be catered by this gem. I called right within the 24 hr notice, be mindful of seeking to place a small or large catering order. Customer service was spectacular! The menu offers something for every dietary preference. I really appreciate the wrap option, as it makes it easier for clinicians to place their selections to the side if they are in a rush. The pasta, and spinach vegetarian wrap were delicious. I can't wait to go back to Bellingham just to grab lunch here before I head back home; I highly recommend!

Southwest stack with chicken

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Old World Deli

4.0(238 reviews)

0.1 mi

Old World Deli is a true Bellingham staple- have been coming here for the last 5 years, been to…read moretheir swag raffle when they were rebranding for renovation, met the owner and even did wine tasting. They've renovated recently, but kept the heart of what makes the place special. It's now more modern, but still feels the same in all the right ways. Every time we're driving to or from Vancouver, this is a must stop for us. Folks that work there always give me the feeling they they like what they do and they know what they are doing. Their wine selection is quirky and fun. And near the register, there are often bottles you just won't see in typical US liquor stores. I usually pick one or two to try. On the food side, we always, always get the beet salad, german potato salad and mac salad- they are all made european style. Those are non-negotiable sides for us. Last visit they had a watermelon gazpacho on the specials menu that perfectly balanced sweet and bright, super refreshing. What they do best is keep things simple but execute flawlessly. A good chunk of the sandwiches you can get half ( then they become slightly expensive halves due to pricing :) )Great bread, great ingredients, no fuss. The Italian sub is proof. It's classic and spot on. My personal go-to, however, is the horseradish roast beef, fantastic combination. And the rotating panini specials are always worth a look. If you're passing through Bellingham, give yourself an excuse to stop in. We certainly do, every single time

Here in Bellingham for the first time so I had to like always , resort to Yelp for recommendations…read more. This deli plus market is super cute with wall to wall bottles of wine, pasta , olive oil, and canned seafood. We ordered the classic sandwich with ham and cheese and I have to say that that was one of the best sandwiches I've had. The warm soft baguette was perfect making each ham and cheese bite so delicious! We'll definitely recommend this deli for a great sandwich craving!!

Potato Salad

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Cafe Rumba

4.5(436 reviews)

0.0 mi

Yelp delivers again! This was a cute little spot with amazing food. I had a quinoa bowl with…read morechicken and added yams. Everyone else had a sandwich. They were a very good size and delicious. My son's friend (18), said he'd give it a 9/10. He thought the Aji Amarillo sauce was really good. Sandwiches also came with a side. My husband had a side salad and the boys had potatoes that they said were really good.

Let's start off by saying it was a Saturday afternoon, the world cup was on, and there was a…read morefarmers market about three blocks away, at the time so it was a bit busy and there was a little bit of a wait time. But when we finally got our food, cowabunga it was delectable! The price was about 16$ for a sizable sandwich that is a good quality. Inside was a bustling environment with chattering all about. Gotta love downtown Bellingham! Overall was a tasty spot and I would recommend!

2. Butifarra Royal Sandwich

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Cheba Hut Toasted Subs

First one i ever been to and it was awesome it's a dope little bar with great subs. Service was bar…read moretop so can't complain. Such a solid spot especially late night. Had the white widow I think which is the chicken bacon ranch. Searved kinda open face with a pickle. Man if they had fries i'd be a SUPER fan. Such good late night sandwhiches. Check them out if your in town for a concert or want a late night eat while bar hopping.

We were looking for a late day lunch in the Ham, and Cheba Hut has been on my radar for awhile. So…read morewe headed down on a snowy Friday and shared a 12" Thai style sub and a couple of cold beers. The sub was great, though it had more of a teriyaki vibe than any Thai notes. Still, it was loaded with chicken and veggies, and the two of us couldn't even finish it. Glad we shared! When we noticed they had Georgetown Brewing beers on tap, we grabbed a Manny's and a Bodhi and didn't look back. While Cheba Hut is a fast-growing chain restaurant, they've done a great job of looking very local with their vibe and decor. They definitely fit right in at this Old Town Bham location. Giving them an extra star for the seriously friendly, amazing, and lightning fast service.

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Davinci Classic Subs

3.6(67 reviews)

2.5 mi

This is a neat little place and a great location, but my tuna sandwich was lackluster to say the…read moreleast. The bread was tasteless and borderline stale, the tuna was very boring and blah, and they didn't put enough mayo on the bread so it was very dry. This is the second time I've had a sandwich at Davinci Classic Subs, I like to support local business's, so if I return for a third try I will not be having the tuna, and I'll ask for different bread. The service was good, they are always busy when I stop in. Worst tuna sandwich I've ever had, so if you're a tuna sandwich lover I might suggest going elsewhere.

Best sandwhich place! I come here very often you can't beat the prices and the staff is super…read morefriendly and on it ! They have fresh baked cookies that go quite fast always a good stop on the go as its located in a gas station

Sandwich making area

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Mercato della Bonta

4.4(29 reviews)

0.4 mi

Do not leave Bellingham without going to this gem. Amazing focaccia breads, including dessert…read morefocaccias you will not find anywhere else. Casual atmosphere. Great sandwiches. Helpful staff. I'm so glad I stumbled upon it.

My new favorite sandwich spot in town! Parking isn't super convenient but the food is well worth…read moreit. Highly recommend.

Front views

The Star of the Show sandwich. Sicilian soda.

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New York Pastrami sandwich

Avenue Bread & Deli - James St

3.8(162 reviews)

1.2 mi

I ordered the soup and 1/2 sandwich combo. I went with roast beef and beef stew. The sandwich was…read moregreat. The bread was fresh as well as the meat. The beef stew had a good amount of meat too. All in all a very good meal.

I ordered a turkey avocado cream cheese sandwich. Came with miniscule amounts of cream cheese and…read moreavocado, I mean miniscule. The turkey was nice, that's why I gave it 2 stars. For $20 I feel like I got ripped off in a big way. A really horrible sandwich.

Not much bread selection left in the afternoon. Go in morning.

Turkey Pesto

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Tuna grill $17

Avenue Bread & Deli - Downtown

4.0(176 reviews)

0.2 mi

Counter ordering is easy. The lemon artichoke chicken soup was hot and tasty. The roll was a bit…read moredry. My partner liked his chicken pesto sandwich but thought the bread:goodie ratio was a little too high. Classic bham sandwich shop vibes.

Such an amazing cob salad. Fresh, delicious. Homemade dressing was yummy. Our entire party of four…read moreliked their salads and sandwiches. Highly recommend.

Breakfast Burrito - hefty and filling! IG - @bilalandjesseatfood

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Cuban 4.5/5

Otherside Bagel Co.

4.1(72 reviews)

0.2 mi

Came here based off the pictures. It was good though nothing over the top…read more I'm glad I got to finally try their bagels but I don't know if I'd be a frequent customer unless I want to splurge as it was pretty pricey. I do appreciate that they offer breakfast sandwich options not just lunch. The location inside is spacious and the decor is lovely! Only reason I give it a 4 star instead of a 5 is that it took almost 45 minutes for our bagels. I did notice a couple people that ordered after us get theirs first. Maybe because ours was 4 bagel order? I don't know. Highly recommend ordering before you go if you plan on take out.

The store is customer facing with lots of greenery and local artists for sale on the walls. It's a…read morebeautiful spot and the staff are friendly. However, the bagels are fine. They are made in-house but are nothing to rave over. The bagel sandwiches are very expensive. Ingredients are good quality but it feels absurd to pay $13 for. Their lox bagel was delicious and I've tried a Halloween Exclusive flavor that was just fine. Not bad food at all, just average.

The Pauli-Boi - warm, hearty, delicious! @bilalandjesseatfood

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Great vibe

Burnt Side Down

4.7(34 reviews)

1.1 mi

Thanks to Stemma showing the Seahawks playoff games on their TV, I had the opportunity to enjoy a…read moremeal from Burnt Side Down not once, but twice in the past couple weeks! Located literally steps from the brewery, and with handy online ordering, this was a fun option for me and the dude as we watched the 'Hawks stroll to victories over the 49'ers and the Rams. The first game, we enjoyed the B'Ham and Cheese, featuring bacon, ham, cheese, and a toasty rosemary bread. In a word: YUM! Last game, we shared the Jalapeno Popper which was too spicy but in a good way. You know what I mean? Like you can't stop eating because it's too spicy and you have to take a few sips of beer between bites and you immediately crave another sandwich because it was sooooo good? And yet, so spicy? Speaking of beer, these sammies pair well with all of my Stemma faves. The Jalapeno Popper went especially well with Stemma's Mexican Lager, though the dude thought it was equally delish with his hazy IPA. Will we return for the Super Bowl and a grilled cheese trifecta? Time will tell!

The best grilled cheese of my life!!!!! Locals were raving about this truck and I had to try it and…read moreit did not disappoint.

Things to do in Bellingham

Vegan Olivia- amazing cheese halo, especially for vegan cheese!!

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Mickey W.

5 years ago

i went here with my boyfriend for lunch and automatically there was a redhead girl giving me a nasty glare. maybe i misread it but i'm not sure. while me and my boyfriend waited for our food, we overheard them talking. one girl was saying how sad and pathetic it was for someone she knows to be in and out of drug rehab and they all laughed and made fun of the girl in rehab. not to mention also just making fun of children on tiktok and laughing at how they love to mock the kids. it was just really uncomfortable, especially since they were making fun of a group me and my boyfriend are a part of. it did not feel like a welcoming environment. read more

Ian S.

156

8 years ago

Love this spot! As a omnivore who is trying to balance out their diet with more plants, I love the options on the menu. They have options for people who like meat, for those who are vegetarian, and vegans. I have tried several items on the Leaf and Ladle menu (love the vegan chorizo wrap and BLTA), and I love them all. The wraps are huge! The bread on the paninis are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, meticulously timed to perfection. I look forward to going back until I have tried everything on the menu! Cheers! read more

Bham Bears B.

10 years ago

Bears love Leaf and Ladle! Soups, salads, and sandwiches like you'd make at home if you had three hours to prep your meals every day. Reasonably priced, delicious, wholesome, awesome. Way tastier than the Co-op for roughly the same price. Mrs. Bear always gets one of the huge awesome salads, and can barely finish it. read more

JJ G.

13 years ago

Fantastic little soup, salad, and sandwich shop run by a mother-daughter team. The food is just like mom used to make, and I dare you to find a better Caesar Salad anywhere. Quite a treat. Also, plenty of Vegan and Gluten Free options available. read more

Jensen S.

107

8 years ago

Vegan panini was pretty good, but the tomato soup blew me away. Would definitely come again to try the grilled cheese with more soup! Atmosphere is nice and service was quick. Great vegan options as well! read more

Kimberly S.

129

11 years ago

How did this restaurant evade me for so long! Best food for the $ for lunch. The highest of quality and ingredients. Creative, healthy menu. Impressive staff as well. Will be going back weekly for sure! read more

Kymi A.

12 years ago

I really love this place. Yummy vegan options, The vegan wrap is my usual go- to lunch when I'm in a hurry on a break from work. Customer service is great too. Really FRESH food! read more

Carol D.

10 years ago

Love, love, love this place. I'm new to Bellingham and I'm already a regular. Excellent, freshly made with local ingredients. Wish they were open for dinner. read more

Kevin D.

8 years ago

Served me extremely under cooked chicken in a Togo Caesar wrap. It was right before closing and they didn't put much thought into it. Haven't been back read more

Jay E.

11 years ago

I never knew Vegan Paninis could taste so good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

SS A.

Elite 15

167

5 years ago

Delicious, friendly and affordable.

Tylor E.

8 years ago

This place is soooooooo AMAZING

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