Fantastic outing! Great spot for dinner and drinks. Would love to come back for a distillery tour…read moreand try more items on the menu.

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.

First of all, my server, Sierra, was perfectly awesome. She answered questions, was timely and…read moreservice-oriented, and she gave great food and drink recommendations. Wonderful food and drinks. I started with oyster shooters (Willapa Bay) along with a Lion's Tail cocktail. Sierra said the bourbon and lime complement each other. I wouldn't have thought so and thought it a bit of an odd choice. But she was right and I was wrong: it was fabulous. One of the most delicious drinks I've ever had, for my tastes. She gave me several recommendations for dinner. I picked the Jalapeño Chicken. It was luscious and flavorful, but the best part of it was my choice of Balsamic Brussels sprouts as my side--oh my! These were so delicious I ordered two more batches to have at home. Lovely espresso martini to end it all.

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.

Beautiful food with very fresh ingredients and a lovely staff. A pleasure. I enjoyed my mealread more

4 of us, 2 locals and 2 visitors, dined here for the first time. The ambiance was nice when we…read morearrived, but it can get loud when the restaurant starts to get full. There is some outdoor seating for those warm summer evenings. The service was fine. The drinks were also fine and fairly priced. The menu choices are fairly limited, and the entrees are all on the pricey side, especially the scallops. We shared the ricotta & toast appetizer and the chicken liver mousse. The ricotta consistency was very soft, almost whipped and needed salt, but there was no salt or pepper on the tables. The flavor of the chicken liver dish, under a rather thick layer of fat, was excellent; however, "mousse" is supposed to be soft but this was so cold that it was hard. Both items were served with an inadequate portion of toasted baguette which insured that more had to be ordered! Still, taste-wise, this and the duck fries were the hit of the night. The 4 beautifully large scallops were partially undercooked, the burgers came topped with "sauce chien" (dog sauce) with no warning that it might be too spicy for some, and the "creative" duck confit, left me wishing for the "classic" preparation! I don't see a return visit for us.

Having breakfast is sure on the pricey side, very pricey, over $30 pricey with tip…read more That said, it's in good location, service was fair. Waitresses were cordial though a little brusque and business like. Decorations on the wall are very nice and evoke a classical diner feel. Food was good, not fantastic, but good. Portion sizes were large but boy oh boy do we pay for it. While may not be back here thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It's hard running a business in Washington State, very hard.

What a fun breakfast experience! A small diner along a major road, Our Diner is stuck in the 1950s…read moreand it affects every detail, including the unique salt and pepper shakers. Step inside, grab a table, and a server keeps your mug filled with coffee. Use creamer on the table and you're set. The menu includes sweet and savory options for all three meals. For breakfast, we ordered the full pancakes with eggs and ham. The pancakes are HUGE! Two fluffy pancakes fill an entire plate. We couldn't finish it all and stayed full for most of the day. If we were to go again, we'd split one meal. The portions are huge!

I like that you could try several kinds of oysters from the same restaurant, and they offer…read moredetailed description on the menu. The fish and chips were okay. Friendly service and nice environment with a second floor and open patio

This place is one of my main go-to places. Great food and, if you are looking for them, great…read morenon-alcoholic cocktails. I loved the mixed salad--really terrific. And I also tried something new to me: the duck cassoulet. I loved the duck!!! Crispy and so delicious. I wasn't so crazy about the beans and couldn't manage to make them flavorful enough for me even with salt. So I made up for it, having their outstanding mussels for "dessert," the concept of which both of my servers heartily approved! The barkeeps made me wonderful n/a drinks including an Americano that was fabulous.

We stayed at the Hotel Bellwether recently, and ordered room service from the Lighthouse Bar &…read moreGrill for dinner. The food was mostly very good, but what really stood out for me was the small but excellent wine list had some outstanding values. The Matthews Cabernet - which is sold at the winery for $50 / bottle - was $48 at the restaurant, and the Orin Swift Papillon - which retails for $90 - was $80 at the restaurant, and they serve the wine with good quality Riedel glassware. The Burrata Peach Salad and Gems Salad were both delicious. A couple of the fresh oysters were a bit mushy. The Pan Seared Lamb Chops were cooked just right (medium rare) and the pickled blackberries offered an interesting twist. I'm told the Hamburger and French Dip were also very good.

Hmmm...where to start?…read more The LH B&G is one of the more expensive spots in town, and we've not been for over a year. This was our 33rd anniversary meal, and I'm fairly certain we'll be eating elsewhere for our 34th. The drinks were decent, so no complaints there. The bread used to be complimentary and served upon being seated - no more. That's now a $6 starter. The salads/chowder were delivered promptly and were quite good. Things went downhill from there. They were not busy at all and it was well over 45 minutes before we were served our entrees. The salmon was decent, but you had to get past everything else to even taste it - too much seasoning, pickled blackberries, and a blackberry sauce that drown out the salmon itself. The cod was also decent, though the brown rice served under it was wildly undercooked (pretty sure rice isn't supposed to crunch). Serving sizes were also small for the price, as others have noted. We're not generally ones to send food back, so we endured. Dessert was also a let down - banana cheesecake was very bland, and who puts some sort of berry flavored sauce under apple pie?? Our server was nice, so no issues there. But when spending $250 on a dinner for 2 the expectations around the food are somewhat higher than "meh". We might go sit in the bar for a cocktail and a snack, but as for a higher end evening/meal out the LH B&G has unfortunately fallen off of our list of possible options.

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

When I have friends from outside of town, this is our go to spot-…read more 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!

Tucked in the woods on the eastern shore of Lake Whatcom lies a hidden gem known as The Fork at…read moreAgate Bay. I have been coming to this restaurant since I was a young boy, attending special family dinners or just going to get pizza after soccer practice. Now well into adulthood I still find myself coming here with my wife for an excellent dining experience, any time or day of the week. This week we decided to go in for brunch, and I couldn't think of a better place to spend a dreary Washington morning. When you walk into this cozy little restaurant the smells of fresh breads and fried potatoes invite you into an elevated breakfast experience. Our hostess sat us down at a table almost immediately with the same friendly smile and welcoming attitude that I have come to expect from the staff at the fork. After sitting down and sipping of fresh squeezed orange juice we ordered two of our favorite breakfast plates. Chicken Fried Steak, and Corned Beef Hash. The Corned Beef Hash consisted two poached eggs sitting on a heaping pile of shredded corned beef that was both crispy and tender. Typically this dish is served with peppers and onions, but on this trip my wife opted out and the chef was happy to oblige our request. I can say from prior experiences that the peppers and onions are a fantastic addition to this mix. I went with the Chicken fried steak. A classic breakfast that requires a large appetite to face on your own! The cube steak was breaded and fried with the traditional seasonings, then covered in a house made gravy that was so rich and flavorful I couldn't put my fork down. I ordered mine with over medium eggs that were cooked perfectly, something that other kitchens can rarely get right. If you are a fan of Chicken Fried Steak then you must try this one! Both of our plates came with a large portion of golden brown home fries, and a fluffy biscuit served with honey butter and a peach preserve. Our server was extremely nice and very attentive. Although the restaurant was fairly busy she made sure our every need was taken care of :) I once again left the fork feeling full, and extremely satisfied. If the doors to this amazing restaurant are open, I will definitely be coming back again and again.

Second trip here. The food is generally pretty good, but yesterday my wife ordered a cheeseburger…read moreand asked for it to be cooked at least medium well. After the first bite, there was a puddle of blood on her plate. She did not eat the hamburger and when the server picked it up and saw the food on the plate, she didn't even make a comment. Overall, the service was not very friendly or attentive. Management needs to focus on customer experience.

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.

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...