I heard about this place on a podcast (ITM) and wanted to go to a celebratory dinner somewhere new. The drive to Blaine was super easy, the location is convenient, and there is ample parking. There is definitely at least one back room, but the main dining room is a bright, airy space that has access to a patio where may even be some live music playing. The tables are gorgeous - all live edge, which might create a bit of an issue if you have short arms and are used to stealing bites across the table, but they are absolutely beautiful and a nice nod to the area. The wine list is extensive and a bit overwhelming, but the service is happy, friendly, and very knowledgeable. In fact, I love when servers don't know, admit it, and find the answer for you - it's humble and shows they really care at getting you what you want. We got the orange wine, which is a new favorite of mine. It's like a rose for reds. Rose:White::Orange:Red. More savory, still light, and best chilled. We had the beet hummus app, which is definitely best eaten with your hands. It's light and delicious. We had the miso black cod, a personal favorite, and the lasagna for dinner and while both were good, the accoutrements with the cod were the true standout. Amazing and I could probably eat two of them. As the restaurant operates on a seasonal menu, we had a strawberry rhubarb cobbler for dessert. I know there is Sunday Brunch, and I can't wait to try it. It's not the cheapest, but it's one of the nicer restaurants in Whatcom, and is definitely worth your pennies. Everything about it makes for a truly nice experience, and we'll definitely be back. read more

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Really like the ambiance. Lovely lighting and the decor is inviting. We had the flights of red and white wine and some appetizers: bread basket and pickled veggies. The bread was a bit tough, but may have been over toasted. Really loved the butter with bits of shallot. It was really delish and the service was friendly. Will definitely be back! read more

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Another great Sunday breakfast jazz brunch, nice venue, tasty food, good live music and friendly staff. Let's support this local gem.. read more

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Exceptional restaurant in Blaine! We were staying at Semiahmoo for our anniversary weekend, and heard bad things about the restaurant on site, and another commenter recommended The Vault. SO glad we chose them for our anniversary dinner! I absolutely love how they've turned this old bank building into a restaurant and wine bar! The owner has put together an excellent wine list and menu. Service was very friendly and quick. We chatted with the owner at the end of our meal and he was great. You can tell he takes pride in this place. If I lived in the area, this is the place I'd be visiting weekly! Next time we're in the area, we'll definitely be back. read more

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We met there right at 4 PM when they opened. So it was very quiet. It was a sunny day. The place was almost empty. So we had a lovely service from our waiter who was very knowledgeable about the wines. The food was delicious and overall, we had a very nice time. read more

Service. Staff. Delightful warm atmosphere. Food just as hoped for. Bathroom clean and respectable. Outdoor patio nicely spaced maintaining intimacy of conversation. read more

We were parking our rv trailers across the street from this gem, with the idea to walk around town and find a place for breakfast with our family. All of a sudden a gentleman walked out of this establishment and asked us where we were heading and told us they were serving Sunday brunch. We decided to take him up on it and boy we did not regret our decision. Wonderful customer service, delicious food and drinks and great atmosphere. We really appreciated the warm welcome and amazing food, we will definitely be coming back. read more

The Vault Wine Bar - Tamale waffle breakfast - Wine Bars Near Me - Blaine, Washington

Best food and service I have had in years. Had a five course dinner with my daughter. A different wine was paired with each meal. She and I loved it so much that we had to try the Sunday brunch. Once more...amazingly good time and good food.. Don't lose that chef! We already reserved next Sunday! The owner is hands on, making sure guests are happy and things run smoothly. I also like the actual vault door in the back of the dining area. Try the brunch.. Yelp isn't updated on the Sunday brunch hours.. should bring more business once updated.. it says closed on Sunday. Make reservations! read more

Got invited to join a couple for dinner Friday The $24 smash burger was bad, both patties way overcooked, and it comes with a tiny side of greens The margharita pizza was nothing like it should have been Both dishes the other couple ordered were not done properly The kitchen needs new cooks desperately read more

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Firstly, I NEVER write reviews but this needs to be known. Also, I have worked as a server for over 10 years so this experience felt like the twilight zone. We came for dinner on a Saturday night, while I was visiting from out of town. We sat down and it was awkward from the beginning. It was unclear who our server was, because at least 2 people had sort of come by. We ordered drinks, and I ordered a ginger beer. I was then told glass had been broken into the ice machine, and was it ok if my drink didn't have ice. Sure no problem, but why would you tell a guest you broke a glass into ice? Just figure it out. It was as if they were allergic to the table and took a very long time to come back to even take our order. It wasn't super busy but all the servers seemed to be inside, laughing and looking at their phones rather than taking care of the 1 of 3 tables. Our server didn't return and I had to let a different person know we were ready to order. 2 servers came over and proceeded to have a conversation about who was going to take the order within earshot and it was really awkward. The woman who took our order was asked about a wine and her response was " I have no idea" which she must've said at least 3 times. Ok, I get you're new but if you don't know go ask someone who does! The food came out pretty much all at once even though we had ordered salads. Throughout the meal no one came to check on us or clear plates. The bill was hastily dropped before any dessert or coffee was offered and we felt rushed out. Honestly, I hope they can hire some more competent people or train better. Thanks for reading! read more

We went for brunch again at The Vault, food was delicious, service great! You have to go ! yum ! read more

We were excited to try this place and it did not disappoint. Fabulous food! We went for brunch and got the frittata, corn waffle with brisket and pancakes with rhubarb compote. Everything was delicious. The frittata was pure perfection, but the star was the pancakes...never had any pancakes like those before! My only suggestion would be a poached egg on top of the waffle brisket dish for some moisture and added richness. We are super excited to try their dinner menu. Now go kiss the chef for me xoxo! read more

Fantastic find in Blaine! Great food & wine for date night or gathering with friends. Lots of seating on the patio with fire pits. Live band Friday night was really good. Will be back. read more

Awesome Awesome Awesome.... Attentive, gracious and affable. The food was remarkable the ambience was exceptional ...highly recommended. read more

Everything was outstanding! We had the potato carrot soup that was creamy, flavorful and so elegantly served. We also had "Tea for Two" cocktails that had several flavors going on but EACH flavor was so perfectly paired, one did not over power the other, they were well balanced. The drink made for a pleasant treat to sip on. The servers all had a genuine smile and kindness to them and made sure we were taken care of. Lastly, the atmosphere was perfect! Somewhat dim lighting and decor made for a warm, cozy feel while still feeling very clean and airy. Thank you all for the wonderful work you do! You can tell there is a lot of love and passion put into this place. read more

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Everything about the Vault is awesome! Great food, service, music, cocktails and the WINE! Best selection for miles! Love the deck and if music is your thing the studio! We have been going since it opened and the team continue to grow, innovate and impress! read more

Wine lovers are smilin to have this little gem in the neighborhood! Gorgeous atmosphere, really cool staff, decent grub and an epic list of vino. Dined solo at the bar and had a lovely time. The Albacore with ChickPea salad and Venison Ossobuco was scrumptious. The vino however was the star of the night - Sinegal 2017 Cab! Live music on the patio and wonderful bar service - a wonderful evening overall. Apparently there is a vino club with monthly wine dinners! Will definitely be back! read more

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We were looking for a different type of restaurant, fortunately we visited the Vault 2 days before in Blaine just for a wine tasting. That's when we found out they offer this dinner with wine pairing. All 5 courses were delicious. The wines paired with the courses were also good matches. The only thing I would recommend is that they serve bread with the clams. I never had clams or mussels without bread, it's part of the fun to dip the broth with bread . Otherwise it was a perfect evening. read more

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So nice to be out listening to some great music. Tonight Mary Ellen and the dude are playing some great memories for me. Feeling nostalgic! Tim the bartender is fun to talk to and the staff is so friendly I fellt right at home. Thanks Allen and crew-The Vault had been such a great addition to our community for 5 years now! read more

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Great Dinner at The Vault!! Date night Saturday and we went to the Vault in Blaine. We haven't been in a while and chose to see what was new. I'm so glad we did! We ordered a glass of White Pinot Noir, a crab cake Caesar salad, Shepherd's Pie and the Veggie Lasagne. Everything was amazing! The star of the show was the lasagne - delicious and big enough for two. The woman who took care of us (I'm so sorry - we forgot her name!) was super nice and helpful too! When we finished and got into the car, we turned to each other to talk about how great the meal was and the owner, Dave, came out to chat and thank us for coming in tonight, which was a nice touch to end the meal. Tonight was a home-run at the Vault. We already are making plans to go back with more family and friends. I highly recommend eating there! One last thing - I haven't seen a better wine list around - Excellent choices and very reasonable wine mark-ups. read more

We have been to The Vault a few times and always appreciate the friendly staff, great atmosphere, amazing wine list, and really good food!

Mandatory 20% tip on 6 person table even though service was slow and poor overall. Portion sizes have gotten smaller and menu choices are now limited compared to in the past. We've stopped going based on last experience. read more

I wish I could give The Vault Wine Bar more than 5 stars I celebrated my Birthday with a friend that drove up from Seattle we throughly enjoyed our dinner, which included the House Salad, Vault Cobb Salad and Cioppino and an unimaginable delicious dessert Maple Cheesecake, WOW SPECIAL thanks to Mia, Madison and Liz for your personal and superb service and of course the outstanding talent of the Chef who prepared our dinner and dessert!! Highly Recommended read more

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Tonight was date night and we decided to try somewhere new, The Vault Wine bar in Blaine. This place was very easy to find and had a ton of free parking. Inside is one main open seating area, a couple private rooms off to the side that appeared to be for private tastings, and a large outside patio. The outdoor patio where we chose to sit, had a ton of seating, shade umbrellas, and patio heaters. You could hear the live music just as well outside as inside. A band playing jazzy, easy listening music played the entire time we were there. We each ordered the red wine flight, as well as the brownie sundae. The pours were average. The selections on the flight were just ok, but neither of us would pick them to re-order. The brownie sundaes were amazing. HUGE portions, neither my husband or I could finish it. If you get this, I recommend one to share. We missed happy hour, 3-6 pm, but I would recommend hitting them up for the "PETITE CHEESE AND CHARCUTERIE BOARD WITH A BOTTLE OF RED, WHITE, ROSE OR SPARKLING WINE for $20" offered during happy hour. Service was 5+ stars. The waitstaff was friendly and attentive. They offered to adjust umbrellas on the porch, as well as lighting overhead heaters for the tables wanting them. The cherry on top was when warm blankets were brought out for everyone on the patio who wanted one. If you are looking for a new date spot, somewhere to meet up with friends, or are a Wino looking for a great new spot to drink alone, this is the place for you.   ************************************************** If you like this review, please give it a thumbs up and follow me for more epic reviews. Thanks. Happy Adventuring ; ) read more

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The place is beautiful. Wonderful live edge tables. Comfortable seats. Lovely art on the walls. All of that doesn't mask the quality of the food, sadly. The $18 pasta was bland - it tasted like it was simply boiled without any seasoning. The squash had a similar problem - extremely bland with tasteless lentils. With drinks the bill was $60! It felt like robbery. The waitress didn't bother asking us if we liked the food - I'm assuming she already knows it's not good. Very disappointed. Update: the owner below states that he came up to us. I can categorically say that did NOT happen. We only interacted with the waitress. I confirmed this with my wife. To the owner: you must be thinking of another couple that ordered the exact two meals as us, but I can promise you no one asked us if we liked the food. read more

The food was good. Sat on the patio we all were attacked by wasps . However it was still nice

The Vault Wine Bar is a gem in the Blaine/Birch Bay community. Owners Alan and Joni Finston provide great food, a staggering 26 page wine list, and most weekends there's live music as well as a brunch service. It's out favorite place to drop in for dinner when we don't feel like cooking. read more

They charged 20% gratuity for a table of 5 though the menus said 6+. Waiter was non-plussed when it was pointed out. Ok. You got a few extra bucks but you lost future business Food was delivered to table well. 2 out of 5 liked (hot roast beef sandwiches) their food. 3 of 5 were somewhat underwhelmed (burger was over-cooked). Burger was advertised as waygu - not even close. We all decided (after the gratuity business of 20% - added AFTER tax) none of us would return. Too bad, cute place close to Canadian border after a day of hanging out in Whiterock. read more

3 of us love this place!! Saturday 3 pm .....oh my gosh, having just been to Whistler Fairmont for dinner the previous night, this chef has it all over them!!! Tried the new steamedMaui dinner with fresh grilled veggies......it was PERFeCTion!!! And we have to say his risotto is so so much tastier than the Fairmont. Seafood chowder and salad to start,,,,wonderful dressing Only minus was my husbands sliders of prime rib were a little dried out . We were too hungry to send back having missed lunch. Wait staff Always attentive, friendly/--great gals!!!! read more

The Vault Wine Bar - The NEW menu. Yum!!!! - Wine Bars Near Me - Blaine, Washington

Why did I wait so long to try this place? I will definitely be back soon; great food, service was excellent, very clean, lots of options for food and drinks! We tried a handful of happy hour items and all were really good. Definitely get the sliders - they were delicious and so was the mac'n cheese! While the weather is nice take a seat on their patio and sit back and relax. Go now and enjoy some drinks and tasty food!! You wont be disappointed. read more

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A favorite for sure! Been coming here for 2 years- Food, wine, service is all top notch, all the time!

We ordered a few meals to take home and warm and oh my goodness each part was amazing! I am so very pleased this business has opened in a part of Blaine we had thought would not ever be used again! The old Bank of America building! What a great concept and so many awesome choices! Every staff member followed every and all covid protocol and our meal was brought out to our trunk to go home! We love this place and always look forward to picking up local! read more

My wife Laura and I celebrated Valentine's Day at The Vault. The Five Course Dinner was delicious and wonderfully presented. Each course the presentation was perfect and the flavors inspiring. Our wait person Michelle was efficient and friendly, exceeded expectations. Thank you for the taste memories! read more

I am so glad we came here. This place is fabulous live music and great food. The waygu burger was wonderful. Mussels were great too. Service was spot on!! I recommend this place for a lovely dinner and wine. read more

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Walking in it is a great atmosphere, greeted by happy faces. The wine tasters were generous, and the waitress was knowledgeable. We did the charcuterie plate, which was more than enough for two people. The band was fun, and hope they play often. Overall, very pleased with our Friday evening at The Vault. Will definitely be coming back. "This cheese... I want more of this cheese." -My Wife read more

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I just had two (2) of their special 'To-Go' dinners. They were Great!! Since the Covid-19 menace has descended upon us, The Vault has closed their restaurant. In its place they have partnered with the Chef behind Bread in Blaine ( Instagram @breadinblaine), Mark Johnson, to offer us some very delectable dinners. Unlike other ToGo offerings where you pickup the food hot and it is cold before you get home. The offerings at The Vault are fully cooked and refrigerated. This means you can go home fire up your oven ( or if you must a microwave) and heat them up at home. Delivering to you and yours a hot meal. This meal include main course, vegetables (my mom is happy), bread and sometimes desert. Highly recommended if you are tired of your cooking (or your roommate's cooking) Came back to dine at the restaurant tonight. They worked hard to maintain social distancing and masks. However, the food oh the food was spot on. You must try the Cioppino. It was heavenly. Plus the new deconstructed lemon bar is a wonder. read more

A wine list second to none. Better selection than any in Vancouver or Seattle. Someone has put some serious work in putting this together. Daily sheet of wines changes every week. Wine club is also great. Food is very good. All hand made in house. Best place for a relaxing night in Whatcom county. read more

Trivia night was the main reason for going to The Vault in downtown Blaine, WA. For about 2 hours, the audience of about 30 was kept fully engaged with 3 rounds of 10 questions. All the players were so good, the owner of the restaurant had to get more prizes (bottles of wine). There is no cover, but food and/or beverage purchases are required. Our team of three had a stuffed pear, mac and cheese, smoked chicken sandwich, Shepherd's Pie, and for dessert, Petits Fours. The food was very good, but I could not figure out what the flavor profile of the lamb was, and one of the wait staff couldn't tell me. read more

The Vault Wine Bar - Shepherds pie - Wine Bars Near Me - Blaine, Washington

Cool atmosphere and they had great live music. Worst service ever. Soooo freaking slow. We were seated and after a few minutes they asked for drink orders. It was over 30 minutes to bring one drink. Didn't ask if we wanted any else, just drop and run. 30 minutes later a different waitress came by to see if we needed anything else. I ordered a beer flight (3 6oz. pours according to the menu). I got three 1/2 full 5oz glasses. The size of a taster anywhere else. I paid $9 for what would be free anywhere else. Other drinks were slow and some they said "we are out of". Despite a newly printed menu. read more

Pleasantly surprise with this restaurant, it's classy with great ambiance. They have an extensive food and wine menu. I ordered the stuffed poblano chilies and my husband ordered the beef dip and we both loved our choices. We're not big wine drinkers (more beer) so we were reluctant to come here, hence the name. Anyway, we will definitely return and bring our out-of-state friends. Great addition the Blaine. BTW I did ordered a beer I loved. read more