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    The Fairhaven

    4.6 (202 reviews)
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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Chan C.

    We were a party of four. We ordered a burger with fries. Original pulled pork sandwich with fries, two piece fish and chips and a special barley salad with chicken added. Plus, two soda they were a large size and $3.50 each. Fries are an additional charge $4.50 for small and the chicken on the salad was an additional $6. The burger was slight under cooked and came with an overpowering horseradish sauce on it. The fish was borderline over cooked as well as the fries. The pulled pork said crispy but it had many charcoal black burnt piece that gave an off putting flavor and we're inedible. It was greasy and difficult to eat. The salad was the best item. I'd maybe come back and try some other items.

    Onion rings
    Angi C.

    Fantastic find in Burlington! Picked up my daughter from WWU and looked through Yelp for some great reviews- found Fairhaven. Fairhaven didn't disappoint! Cute little place right off the I-5. You order at the counter, plenty of seating. We both ordered the fried chicken sandwich, onion rings, and I tried a Hibiscus soda, and my daughter ordered a lemonade. Everything is made fresh- including the bread. The girls behind the counter were really sweet and welcoming! Food was fantastic. We also ordered some sweet treats for the road! Highly recommend!

    Yummy steak fries!
    Krist H.

    Always a great stop along my route. Food is always hot and delicious. Try the chicken strips!

    Cod Sandwhich

    We enjoyed our lunch here. My Cod sandwhich was bigger than the bun! My husband got the fried chicken sandwhich which was also huge. We shared the french fries which are steak fries, our favorite. The only negative is that the restaurant is very popular but small. You order at the counter and they buzz you or run the food out. It was a dreary day, but even the small outside patio was packed. Very tight quarters.

    Outdoor seating area.
    Trista H.

    My girlfriend and I met at Fairhaven for lunch. Free parking can be found in the small parking lot. Credit cards are an accepted form of payment with a $0.50 service fee added to all credit card transactions. Outdoor seating is available. Hopefully, the outdoor seating is nicer during the warmer months since the outdoor seating appeared shabby on the day of my visit. Indoors is small and pleasant. All transactions are placed at the front counter. There is zilch in table service or interaction of any sort. Water is self-serve. To-go boxes are self-serve. The menu is inventive and I appreciate that many of the items can be ordered as a half or full serving. I slurped on a North Sound IPA for $6.50. For my lunch, I chose the Chicken Bahn Mi Sandwich for $14: chicken thigh, crisp carrot, daikon, romaine, bean sprouts, cucumber, radish, shaved jalapeno & sweet ginger soy glaze, on a French roll w/ garlic aioli. The sandwich is served by itself without any type of side. The sandwich was tasty but extremely messy due to the sauce. It's best to eat this entire sandwich in one sitting since my second half became soggy after taking it home. My girlfriend ordered the half Beet & Arugula Salad for $9 + $5 up-charge for the addition of grilled Chicken Breast: endive, pickled beets, farro, marinated feta, house vinaigrette & pumpkin seeds. Overall, Fairhaven serves tasty food at standard prices; however, I am not a fan of having to stand in line every time I want to order additional items. If I lived in the area, Fairhaven would not be in my rotation of dining in. Fairhaven may be better suited for take-out or Door Dash.

    Deean B.

    Very yummy food! The food tasted very fresh and very delicious, and the texture was great. The service was wonderful! I walked in, and a girl greeted me and brought me to a seat immediately. The ambiance was amazingly good. The people sitting next to us gave me some good advice about how to use my phone and how to leave a review here. Loved the place would come back!!

    Fish & Chips
    Mike S.

    Great food. Had the fish&chips and a green salad. The beer battered Alaskan cod was perfect! Light batter, crispy fried, but not burned, and great tasting cod. Rounded off with tasty crispy fries. The apple slaw has just a slight sweetness and goes perfectly with the dish. The green salad light and tasty. Our first time at the Fairhaven but we're gonna

    I wish there were more stars! The food is exceptional lay delicious!! I had the fairhaven burger with avocado and egg and it was quite possibly the best burger I have ever eaten. The ceaser salad was so tasty. Then for dessert we tried the ginger molasses cookie, dark chocolate brownie, and the skagit strawberry panna cotta and loved them all!!! Wish I lived closer!!

    Falafel wrap
    Tani S.

    Really charming spot with such friendly service and a bright interior. We sampled four of their sandwiches and all were superb! We had the chicken sandwich which was a huge portion, with the chicken being moist and perfectly seasoned. I loved the roll on my salmon sandwich and it was fresh and one of the best fish sandwiches that I've had and so pleasant that it was not friend. Our daughter had the falafel wrap--loved how well seasoned it was and so enjoyable.... My husband had the burger and it was fantastic as well. We shared a large fries and onion rings--both were great as well. We wish we lived closer to this spot but to be honest think might head back to try to make this as part of regular dining out rotation despite the one hour drive, we need to think of more excuses to be up in Burlington. Just need to remember they're closed on Sundays!

    Bill X.

    We found this place on Yelp and originally came to try the Classic BLT, jerk chicken, and Cuban sandwich, but unfortunately all three were unavailable--apparently the menu changes pretty often. We visited on a Saturday around noon, and the place was packed, which likely contributed to the roughly 30-minute wait for food. We ended up ordering the Carolina Gold pulled pork grilled cheese, the classic chicken sandwich, onion rings, and fried Brussels sprouts. The pulled pork grilled cheese was the standout, with rich flavor and ingredients that worked really well together. The classic chicken sandwich was less impressive--the chicken patty was large, but the seasoning felt bland and the breading was overly thick; honestly, fast food versions from Chick-fil-A or Popeyes were more satisfying. The onion rings and fried Brussels sprouts were also quite oily, enough that we felt a little heavy afterward. Service was friendly despite the rush, and the homemade breading across the dishes was a nice touch. Overall, it was a mixed experience, and we'd probably only stop by again if we happened to be nearby.

    Banh Mi Salad. So good!!!
    Lee C.

    First time eating here! Getting into the parking lot is a bit cumbersome but oh well. The staff was very nice and helpful with menu questions. I absolutely loved the Bahn Mi Salad. I opted to add fried tofu as a protein and probably could've eaten 3 of these salads. I will say that it was a little difficult to have a conversation as the noise from the kitchen is pretty loud. All in all it was a great experience and I will be returning for that salad. Cheers.

    Classic BLT

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    Incredible food, at reasonable prices. Everything we've had from here has been so delicious. My husband LOVES the steak salad

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    Love almost everything they make. My favorite is the ahi tuna salad! Grilled rare served on top of fresh greens!

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    I have been very impressed with the meals I have purchased. The seafood empanadas were out of this world. Prices are very reasonable.

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    Great people, great food, great atmosphere. #1 on my Burlington list they take the time to do things right

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    Great fish sandwiches- I can vouch for both tuna and salmon. Onion rings are awesome and desserts are great. Service is always friendly.

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    Had a great Chicken Sandwich there. Crispy chicken and was so large I think I will split it with my wife next time instead of ordering two.

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    Amazing food and excellent service. Generous portions and fresh. We will be back! Thank you!

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    Bomb.com Korean fried chicken sandwich was really good and the meatball sub. Large portions. Will be going back sometime.

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    Ask the Community - The Fairhaven

    Do you allow dogs in the outside seating?

    Yes, we welcome your friendly leashed dog

    Do you serve alcohol?

    We offer several wines, local beers and ciders as well as mimosas and spritz

    Do they have gluten free bread?

    We make our own gluten-free buns

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