I had a really great breakfast here the other day with my friend Dave. Service was spot on, jams were excellent, toast and eggs were perfectly cooked, coffee was refilled often. 10/10 would do it again. read more

When I have friends from outside of town, this is our go to spot- service so good people move out to Bellingham and this is the first place they want to go! Food is consistent and fantastic. Exactly what you would want from a market diner combo! read more

First time at Nelson's Market and really enjoyed it. Cute little diner in the York Neighborhood with delicious food, and nostalgic decor. We had the Supreme Benedict and Omelette and they were both delicious! read more

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We only visited restaurant. Amazing service. Food was just okay. Very clean. Tons of outdoor seating. Set in a cute neighborhood with lots of walkers and bicyclists Ordered two burgers that were supposed to be med-well but were well-done. They were just average. Cobb salad was good but average All of it was just fine but not really worth returning for. Great with understanding and being super careful with food allergies Very clean bathrooms. read more

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I've been going to Nelson's for about a year now and I will continue into 2026, as it has the homey welcoming vibe that most places in Bellingham lack. A fantastic meal to note is their chicken and waffles. Only few places do chicken and waffles in Bellingham (I.e. horseshoe) but Nelson's nails it everytime with that sausage gravy. Staff there are awesome but they will tell you not to feed the cat that visits outside tables as he will get chunky. Very considerate. Overall I love this place and I always look forward to that chicken n waffles! read more

What a great neighborhood place! Obviously, as you can read from all the other comments, the setting is really cool. It has an old diner and almost ice cream shop vibe! Classic menu items for breakfast and the food was tasty. Our server was kind and funny and made the experience enjoyable. read more

Nelson’s Market - Veggie pattie eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

Fun little while in the wall. Well actually it's a cute little diner inside a corner store market in a local neighborhood in Bellingham. It has that fun quirky vibe Bham is known for. We decided to come because of the great reviews. We're a little surprised when we arrived at the location but it was worth it. DEFINITELY a "vibe". Service was good, friendly and attentive. Suzy had a great smile and was great at answering our questions and making suggestions. She and the other server tag teamed so you never had an empty coffee cup and if you needed something you didn't have to hint them down. They really anticipated your needs. Something so many servers today are missing. Food was great. My hubby ordered the classic. Ever medium eggs bacon potatoes sourdough toast. His eggs were perfectly done. I ate the corned beef hash with over easy eggs. The homemade raspberry jam was so delicious. We saw a diff customer eating their giant pancakes so we decided to order ONE to share. They were fluffy and you. Could taste hints of vanilla. The fresh fruit was one of the topping options. Serving sizes are plentiful. We took stuff home and the coffee (I'm a snob) was really good drip. If we're in the area again we'll definitely come back. read more

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Got off work at 8 a.m. and called this place shortly after. They open at 8, and I called at 8:06 to put in a take out order. Two pancakes and 2 eggs. When I got there the guy told me the cook/chef? was still making up the pancake batter - I specifically said that I wasn't in any hurry. My order arrived very quickly, and when I got home the pancakes were burned - not black, but very dark on the outside, also tough and the inside was slightly undone (wet). I'm pretty sure that they were cooked on a griddle with too high heat. I took a few bites because I was hungry and just gave up. The eggs were fine, and made to order. The pancake order was just inexcusable. Really, it's among the simplest things to make and it wasn't like I was in a hurry. Also, this isn't something hidden, the pancakes were clearly overdone, yet they were boxed up and given to a customer. Whoever was the cook should've apologized for the wait and redid the order, or just not rushed in the first place. I like to give places 2 tries before I comment, but I don't see myself going back. read more

My first time eating at the new Nelson's Market (new ownership), and I'm very impressed. Five of us had breakfast outside, and all aspects were great. Very relaxed atmosphere, perfect service, good food, and prices very reasonable. Very happy that Nelson's is back on its feet and part of the community. read more

Nelson’s Market - Three egg veggie omelette, black beans, tortillas. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

Well this is a cute little neighborhood spot I wish I knew of while living here! We stopped by to feed our hungry kiddo late breakfast. It was busy but we were seated right away on a Saturday morning. Eclectic vibes and friendly staff. We ordered country fried steak w/eggs and oatmeal. While we were served coffee and water right away, we waited 40 mins for our food which wasn't too complex of an order. The food tasted great once it was served (plus we were extra hungry). I probably wouldn't stop by if you are looking for a quick visit but if you have the time, why not. read more

Great spot for lunch/ dinner with a super cool vibe! We came here for an early dinner and weren't disappointed. The restaurant was clean with a great atmosphere. I got the Nelson's burger with grilled onions and blue cheese, and it was fantastic! The fries that came with it were also perfectly crispy. Service was quick and friendly, and they've got a nice place inside for basic groceries/ snacks. Would definitely recommend. read more

Nelson’s Market - Nelson's burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

We have been coming here twice a month (at least) since 2008. we have always had great service and great food and the transition of ownership hasn't changed that. Our favorite place! read more

Delicious food, no wait and friendly staff. Sides include potatoes or black beans (seasoned well). Loved our weekend breakfast experience. read more

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Everything about this place is great; the food, the ambiance. The neat setup of the restaurant and the general store is just fun to be around. We came in one late afternoon in the summer, and we were greeted warmly. The food was great, and the service was terrific. read more

Nelson’s Market - Hamburger and fries; club sandwich and fries. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

Found them by accident while checking out my new neighbourhood. Walked over a few days later with my kiddo. The food was great, the staff were amazing, and the vibe was so cool. Wish I lived across the street so I could go there every day! read more

I love Nelson's market. Their Benedict is one of the best in town! I love the home fries and beans. The service is good. Prices are a tad high, but I enjoy supporting this business. read more

I've come here a couple times and have absolutely loved it. Today my boyfriend and I came for breakfast (11:28, I checked my text I sent my mother about going to breakfast) and we waited 30 minutes and got our drink order in and another hour passed when we were asked to confirm what we ordered. Yes, an hour and a half. A party of 5 ordered just as we did and they got their food and finished within the time we were waiting for our food. I very politely asked our server how much longer she thought the wait may be for our food since an hour and a half passed. She said about another 20 minutes and we were most definitely not sat an hour and a half ago. I said well yes, we've been here since 11:30 and it is now 1pm and she rolled her eyes and was like whatever you say but it hasn't been that long. I said that's okay I would like to just cancel the order then and she got defensive saying the kitchen is backed up and they make everything fresh so it's a reasonable amount of time to wait. 2 hours is? I appreciated her apology about not letting us know that she didn't warn us about the wait as we were seated but that was only after my boyfriend corrected her that she didn't tell us about the wait when she insisted she did. I assured her our frustration was not directly at her and we were just hungry and had been waiting to eat for a while. She got upset and walked away after I paid for my drink (I left a tip for the kitchen). Good luck on coming here! read more

Brunch! Got the hash and loved it! Mars is dope! Kids got traditional food (pancakes, eggs) as did my sister. Mimosa hit the spot too! read more

My husband and I spent a long weekend in Bellingham. We went to Nelson's Market twice, once for dinner then second time for breakfast. Dinner, we ordered French Dip with fries and full club sandwich with chicken soup. The French dip was mediocre, however I would go back for the full club. Breakfast, we ordered the special eggs Benedict with home fries, and waffle with fruit & side of bacon. Wow, the special eggs Benedict was extremely worth the 2 visits. If I were to go back, I would go during the breakfast menu. read more

For folks of a certain age (or any age) you would get a total kick out of this place. An old timely/childhood memory corner grocer. However, this place serves up some fantastic grub! Just wish I had one more day to get the breakfast. Great prices, and great food in a great environment is a recipe for a MUST VISIT!! Chatted with Suzie for abit and had a great time/experience. Please stop in and give them your money!! Parking on site but also anywhere in neighborhood is always available. In fact, after you done with a delicious meal, walk around the neighborhood and take in the architecture and people. read more

Nelson's Market offers a great breakfast, but it can be pricey. Their classic breakfast costs around $14, but if you want to add items like bacon or sausage, it's an extra $5. Additionally, substituting items (like choosing a biscuit or pancake instead of toast) adds another $4. Their special maple syrup costs $2.50, and a cup of coffee is $3.50. When you add everything up, one breakfast can total $29 (tax and tip not included). While the food is excellent, we don't plan to have breakfast there frequently, as there are other places that include all these items for very much less. read more

First time visit for breakfast today. The food was excellent, the service was good, and the noise level made it impossible to carry on a conversation. No return visit for us. read more

Just back from a wonderful time at Nelson's. A mid-morning breakfast that was tasty!, filling & well presented. We'll definitely be back. We were in town from a family get together and the neighborly look and feel attracted us, we were not disappointed. An amazing find that we will be back again when in town. read more

Service was good. Sat out on the patio in the beautiful weather. Ordered chicken fried steak and hubby got a biscuit and gravy with eggs. The steak was ok. Could really taste the flour. Gravy was thick, lumpy and a bit bland. His biscuit was BONE DRY! And very little gravy. To get more was $5! Potatoes were good and eggs too. Gave us both bad indigestion after about 2 hours. Was not happy with that at all... read more

Nelson’s Market - Chicken fried steak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

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Great food and quaint ambiance with a little bar and market opposite the restaurant. Eggs Benedict were quite possibly the best I have ever had. Service was also on point with quick coffee refills and overall pleasant staff. We were visiting from Michigan and she even put the Lions game on the TV for us! Go here to eat ASAP! read more

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This is classic Bellingham, a market plus a restaurant makes it a gem in York neighborhood. Out of the way with lots of local charm that forces you into one of the many historic neighborhoods. The food is perfect for the setting, it has a counter of which is required if you are a serious breakfast eatery. I had curry poutine with an egg & bacon, elegant is the word I'd use as my late father in law would rate a 5 star meal in our household. read more

Nelson’s Market - What more, a counter, paper great space! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

What an amazing hidden York neighborhood find! I finally broke down and tried Chicken and Waffles and it was actually great! Hubby tried corned beef hash and it was the "real deal"...this place was so good that we returned a few days later for lunch. Fabulous homemade mushroom soup and Wedding soup and the best burger I've ever had! Homemade fries to top it off! It's an absolute MUST in Bellingham! read more

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Amazing food and service. My favorite item is the fried chicken sandwich! The fried chicken sandwich tastes just like your grandma made it! The breakfast burrito is also a hot item for breakfast. The staff is stellar and provides service like they are your friend. Perfect little spot on the corner in the neighborhood for friends and family to come enjoy. Don't come here for quick in and out service. No this is the spot you come, sit down, slowdown and enjoy your meal and conversation. Love this spot! read more

Off the beaten path gem. Chicken and waffles were divine. Our waitress was friendly and personable.

Oh Marlins, where have you been all my life? I recently moved to the eclectic York neighborhood in Bellingham and was pleased to find Marlins a very short walk from my new home. Boasting awesome breakfast classics, friendly small-neighborhood service, and (later in the day, of course) a great beer happy hour this is quickly going to become my go-to spot in the Ham. On my first visit I had the corned beef hash - it was tasty and difficult to finish the large portion. (If I had a wish, it would be that breakfast restaurants offered a true half-order for those of us who, as much as we'd like to, just can't put down a huge brekky. But this isn't Marlins' issue - it's industry-wide.) On my most recent visit I prepared by not eating for about 16 hours before my arrival, and was able to almost-finish the tasty mushroom and swiss omelette special of the day. The crispy potatoes served with most entrees are what puts this little breakfast spot over the top, though - they're absolutely perfectly prepared little nuggets of potato joy! Be prepared to wait whenever you come to Marlins. There isn't a lot of seating, and even on weekdays it can be crowded. But if you're looking for the quintessential Bham vibe, look no further than here. read more

Nelson’s Market - Mushroom and Swiss omelette with mushroom gravy. Two egg version. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

Chill vibe. Low key. Sunny patio. Delicious breakfast. Eggs done perfectly. Hollandaise sauce is creamy and doesn't split. Crispy potatoes. Very generous portion (shareable). Quiet neighborhood. Easy parking. Right off I-5- easy to find. Service is quick and kind. read more

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I love Marlin's Cafe! It's located in the historic York District and has a great charm to it. I visited on Labor Day around 11, and there was no wait. There seemed to only be one server, a gentleman working the cashier and taking bar orders, and a busser in the front of the house. While the staff count seemed low, I was impressed by how we were greeted when we entered, seated quickly, and the server was already taking our drink order. My boyfriend and I both ordered eggs Benedict, which did not disappoint! The hollandaise sauce was excellent, and I loved the way the potatoes were cooked. Great meal and value, with a darling ambiance. When we visited, the whole Nelson's Market building was for sale, so hoping the new owners keep this great cafe going. read more

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Awesome candy selection - all the best gummies and old fashioned classics like lemon heads, boston baked beans, chick-o-sticks etc. Friendly service too. I try to stop by whenever I'm in the neighborhood! read more

Excellent breakfast and lunch. Very nice small town ambience with the shop right next door. Reminds me a bit of Star's Hollow. The service is perfect; not too friendly but adequate. The only suggestion I have is to get a better brand of hot tea and you will sell more of it. read more

The place is just a nice whole in the wall ! Extremely friendly staff and just great small town vibes ! Excellent food fest quality. The pancakes where nice and fluffy ! Huevos Ranchers where so Tasty the poached egg was cooked prefectly ! The side of potatoes are sooo good ! Would recommend read more

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Rad food, good service in a historic building. Be sure to check it out! So far the best breakfast we've had in Bellingham to date. read more

Nelson’s Market - Tony's coffee, chicken and waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

Very good food and service I had the classic 2 egg breakfast with bacon. Very clean inside also nice you can get you snacks and drinks for the road read more

Nelson’s Market - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

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I don't mind waiting a table for great food on a Saturday morning. I do mind waiting at every step in the process AFTER I've been seated. It took 45 minutes for us to get our food after sitting with no water or coffee for 15 minutes. After eating we waited 20 minutes for our bill...everyone but me left the table and I sat there with my card in my hand for another 20 minutes waiting for someone to bring my check. I almost walked out to be honest as several times I looked around and the staff was hanging out not paying attention to any customers. The ONLY reason I gave a third star is that the Benedict was good. The rest of the food was ok. My advice - hard pass. read more

Nice breakfast at Nelson's. I went simple with the classic breakfast - poached eggs, sourdough toast, breakfast potatoes. Eggs were poached perfectly and potatoes were lightly seasoned and not greasy at all. Loss of one star for long wait for food and hard benches in booths. read more

Nelson’s Market - French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Bellingham, Washington

Response to business owner's response: you have two doors, maybe there is a sign maybe there isn't, but we entered the door inside the dining area because it's our first time and we parked on that side. Regardless, we are customers and we didn't see any signs (whether they are there or not). So you give us a bad look and ignore us? Paying customers walk in, sit at counter, and that's what you do? How about asking us politely to sit somewhere else or to ask us to please wait to be seated? Very similar experience as Katie H in another review. My friend and I waited for a few minutes while seated at the counter. When a waitress (Saturday 4/6/24 around 8-9am) finally comes by, she looks at me in the eye and doesn't say anything. I actually said "hey, how are ya" which she flat ignored and just walked by. I don't want to play the race card but I will tell you that's the assumption my friend and I were trying hard not to believe. We got up and left given the poor service and very awkward feeling given off by the staff. Maybe she had a bad day but the guy working there also walked by without saying anything. If it walks like a duck... read more