Wow, I've never had a smash burger before, but will definitely be back to try more at this lovely…read morelittle food truck located at K2 Brewing! I've heard of El Pollo Feo, but hadn't had the chance to check 'em out until I recenty found myself drawn to K2 on a sunny Saturday afternoon. I ordered their basic smash, which was just $10 (a screaming deal in today's economy). I did pay for quite the generous $4 side of fries, too. It was allll so good. The smash burger was dripping with cheesy goodness, and the shoestring-style fries were perfectly crispy, salty, and a lovely accompaniment to the burger (and my Oktoberfest beer). I will most definitely be returning soon and trying one of their other burger options. They also have chicken burgers!

I only went one time on 4/28 and ordered the Mary Plain Blige smashburger. It was so salty it was…read moreinedible. I gave it one more bite, and even the grilled onions were terribly flavored, how is that possible? Soggy bun, oversalted burger, super dry on the edges, awful flavor. I'm sure I must have caught them on an "off" day, but I won't risk it again. I even had to go to my favorite smashburger joint the next day to "heal" from the experience. I was worried I would be turned off burgers for life. Super sad to have to report this, but I'm somewhat of a burger expert. :( Update: I ordered the Mary Plain Blige on April 28, 2026

I came here with my mom to enjoy a nice dinner after a long week. We walked in around 4:45 and we…read morewere the only ones there, though it soon filled up while we were there. The dining room was elegant yet cozy, with great lighting. The staff was also very friendly and our waiter was very helpful in aiding our choice. We ordered the Focaccia bread, the salmon momtadito and the tonnarelli as our entree. The focaccia was the only dissapointing item as it was very basic in my opinion, which isn't bad but just nothing exciting to write about. The appetizer, the salmon montadito, was probably my favorite item of the night. It was served on focaccia bread and drizzled with a truffle honey butter and sat upon a mascarapone yogurt. It was elegant and it was incredibly flavorful. The sweetness of the truffle honey butter was a great contrast to the salmon itself, and all melted together to make an exceptional appetizer. The tonnarelli was a pasta dish we split and was also very tasty. The pasta itself was a thicker spaghetti like pasta served with plenty of crab. It was tasty and it satisfied and I'd likely order it again as I will be back when my sister's visit. All in all, a great restaurant to spend a nice night right in the heart of Bellingham!

This evening we went to Roe for a family dinner. Hidden on the edge of downtown Bellingham this…read morehidden spot serves up creative seafood dishes using all farm to table ingredients. We came in for an early dinner so we were really able to enjoy the rustic ambience of this restaurant all by ourselves. As soon as we sat down the waitress was attentive and ready to take our order. I order the garden party off their cocktail menu. Snap pea gin, bay leaf vermouth, genepy, saline and pea shoot? I really was feeling adventurous with this one, a regrettable mistake. The first sip I thought I was drinking sea water with a touch of olive oil in it. I never send back drinks although I was close with this one, I sipped it throughout my meal. One critique I have about the cocktail menu is that every drink was over complicated with many exotic ingredients. There was nothing for someone who was looking for a simple craft cocktail. The table shared the Strawberry Panzanella, and once again I was accosted by an overwhelming salty and sour flavor. A traditional Italian salad consisting of grilled strawberry and focaccia croutons. The lemon vinaigrette dressing on this salad was salty and sour, and very overpowering. Unlike my drink we were unable to finish this one. I ordered the Roe Burger, which I had been really looking forward to trying, thankfully this one did not disappoint. Two smash burger patties that were thin, crispy, and cooked to perfection with slices of cheddar cheese on top are then placed on a bed of classic burger toppings. Tomato, pickles, and iceberg lettuce. This burger was served with crispy fries and garlic aioli. After my fist few bites my mind was beginning to change about this restaurant. We also shared the Reuben Croquettes. A super creative and unique spin on one of my personal favorite appetizers. These little fried pocket were filled with a delicious mixture of cheese and shredded corned beef. They were garnished with a small slice of pickle which was a great touch. For dessert we decided to try the hazelnut torte which was fantastic. It had a nice crisp outer layer with a soft gooey center. Lovely flavor and texture that ended our experience at Roe wonderfully. In conclusion our experience at Roe had its ups and downs but I left feeling satisfied. If you are looking for a unique culinary experience I would give this restaurant a try.

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.

Really lovely little spot! Don't miss it, just outside of the heart of downtown on the waterfront…read more So far I've only tried the market side, but they also now have a full service sit down restaurant that we will try next! The market has such delicious sandwiches with great homemade bread. It's a little taste of New York here in bham!

The filling station is located on the northern side of Fairhaven. We had the kids' cheeseburger,…read morethe Thunderbird with fries, and the impossible burger. Two chocolate malt milkshakes and a vanilla milkshake. Food was really good, and the service was pleasant. Great for families and kids. Excellent ambiance.

I Love the names of Sandwiches. My favorite is the Ferrari…read moreand house fries The staff has been friendly and helpful. My niece is Gluten free and she raved about the bun for a week. The customers at the bar were regulars and visited with everyone sitting with them. I Love that. Cheers

In town for the night, we were looking for a place to watch the game and Northwater had solid…read morereviews, so we decided to give it a try. Our server was outstanding. They happily put the game on when we asked and were very attentive throughout our visit, which made a great first impression. I ordered the burger with bacon and blue cheese and requested no condiments. I think there may have been some confusion in the kitchen, as the garnishes were left off as well, but our server promptly brought them out when asked. Unfortunately, the burger itself was overcooked and lacked flavor. The ciabatta roll was only partially toasted, and overall the dish fell a bit flat. The fries, however, were excellent hot, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and absolutely delicious. I don't usually like coated fries, but these were a home run. My dining partner ordered the BLT and said the sandwich was great overall. We also shared the mozzarella sticks appetizer. They were a bit different from traditional mozzarella sticks, thicker cheese with a heavier breading. While they were good, I felt the order should have included six instead of four. Overall, even though we were one of only two tables in the restaurant, we had a great lunch, thanks largely to the excellent service.

Best French dip sando in the whole PNW! Brings a tear to my eyes. Grilled onions, incredibly tasty…read morethin yet hearty steak, gryere cheese, perfectly melted on fresh baguette and cooked to perfection. The servers are attentive and friendly... this has been my go-to secret spot for years, but now I just gotta share and applaud them! Bravo, Northwater!

I love Bellingham Cider Company! It's been a while and I was in the neighborhood so I wandered in…read more I had forgotten how charming I find the interior--and this was on a sunny day! Meaning I actually chose to be seated inside. Staff were wonderful as ever--new people to me this time: helpful and charming servers, Maysen and David, and excellent barkeep, Marko. The beverages were top notch as ever. I didn't find an old favorite on the menu, so I asked about a drink they used to have into which they infused magically with actual oiled smoke of some sort. I don't know if I ended up with that, but they brought me the Seasmoke which was so extraordinary. I loved the dry Black Cherry Cider and one other whose name I don't recall (blond...and a little citrusy nice). Truffle fries were nice. Kale Caesar Salad is scrumptious. I couldn't resist adding some of their fabulous crispy chicken. You get a supremely generous amount of chicken for a bargain--I ended up with extra for dinner. Terrific place. Glad I happened by...

We will never come here again…read more Party of five turned away at the door of an empty dining room by two rude hosts, saying "I can't do it". You just lost repeat local business and I'll spread the word.

Stopped by for a Saturday dinner with my wife. Street parking available though we walked from where…read morewe were staying. Not very busy though WWU is out for the summer. Seated promptly. Orfldered a margarita and coffee Martini. App was the queso which was excellent. Main was a Capri sandwich and a meatball sandwich , both with a side salad. Salads were fantastic. My meatball sandwich was okay, missing something. Capri sandwich I was told was good. Ambiance was nice, rustic and not too loud. Overall a good experience.

Eh. Food was ok. Nothing to write home about Service was…read moregreat. Bourbon tasted more whiskey than bourbon. Honestly, not worth it.

5 stars again! As always! Hadn't been in Bellingham in far too long so of course my first stop was…read moreAslan. Soooo glad the menu is the same so got all my favorites (spicy katsu tofu, mushroom gravy poutine, and the kale caesar salad). Yum yum yum! Thank you so much. You guys are the best!

The space is awesome and the folks who work there are amazing…read more The food is good. A few vegan options. Menu has not changed in the two years we've been going there. Also, as an add on, not sure why tofu is move expensive than animal protein, as pound to pound tofu is less expensive.

Never disappoints! Service was great and prompt, food was delicious as usual. Great spot for…read morebrunch, lunch or dinner!

We were looking forward to trying The Black Cat after reading strong reviews. I had taken the day…read moreoff to have lunch with my wife, and we were excited to visit somewhere new. We were seated promptly by a friendly hostess at a table in DT Fairhaven, and our server was the bartender. After being seated, we waited a long time without anyone taking our order. We eventually asked if we had a server and were told it was him, with no apology or explanation. We ordered drinks and food, but after more than 40 minutes, we noticed two tables seated after us had already been served, finished eating, and were leaving. At that point, we asked for the check and said we would not be staying. About 15 minutes later, the server returned with our food instead of the check. We declined the meal and sent it back. He then asked if we wanted it boxed to go, which we also declined. His reaction suggested frustration rather than understanding. We never got to try the food, so we can't comment on it. The service, however, was well below expectations given the restaurant's reputation. This was lunch on July 15, 2026. We may try The Black Cat again in the future, hoping this was just an off day.

Party of 4 for a late dinner on a Saturday night. Soaring ceilings, roomy inside booth, mood…read morelighting, lively music playing but not too loud for conversation. Hubs and our daughter both loved the Baja Fish Tacos (2 each & breaded), her BF enjoyed the Southwest Bowl although he did say it was a bit spicier than expected. I had a crisp fresh tasting Big Island Poke bowl; the sriracha dressing & jalapeno def gave it a nice kick. Portion sizes are perfect. Our server was attentive and prompt, super friendly. We had some yummy martinis and shared a slice of delicious key lime pie. This place is a stand alone in a large shopping center next to the cinema, plenty of well lit easy parking. We want to return to try the variety of appetizers.

We've wanted to try this since moving to WA and we were not disappointed. Its a huge beautifully…read moredesigned space. We sat in the bar and sis not need reservations. We had a sushi roll as a starter and it was surprisingly pretty good. We had to try a small size of their famous cowboy salad and it was delicious. I had the Butchers Block burger and my husband got the Spicy Crunchy Chicken sandwich. We both got our fries "make your fries the best" ... you won't be disappointed they are amazing! Needless to say we ordered way too much food be thoroughly enjoyed it and took out leftovers home to have for lunch the next day. Can't wait to go back.