Went for lunch with friends. Very nice view. Food took forever to come out, at least thirty…read moreminutes. Food was just ok, not particularly outstanding in any way. Apparently massively understaffed, as fellow diners were frantically looking for servers and meals, plus servers trying to locate what table went with orders. I wish we could have good places to eat on this side of the border.

lovely setting and very welcoming wait staff Delicious food…read morefor breakfast lots of recent resort changes, but having breakfast in this setting was a good one

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!

Yelp says "Permanently closed" - Not True!!!!! Still in…read moreFairhaven, 1220 Harris Ave in Sycamore Square. Love the scrumptious pastries!!!

How I heard of this place: My sister's ventured here one morning and decided when we were next in…read moretown, they would bring us to try the yummy cafe food/drink and enjoy the historic, unabashedly Bellingham vibe. Type of cuisine: Espresso beverages, croissant-based pastries and breakfast/lunch sandwiches. Sweet pastries also available, though we were in a savory mood on this visit. Ambiance: Well, the literal hole-in-the-wall that is Shirlee Bird has very little to speak of, though the tiny space, including the display of food offerings is cluttered and packed full of everything. Merchandise, artwork, food and supplies cover every inch of the small walk-up counter space. The vibe is chill and very Bellingham from the 90s. It's sweet and nostalgic. We were happy to see that tables and chairs are available inside the building's lobby courtyard, complete with fountain feature. We took our spots and explored the historic building, climbing several floors of stairs and noticing the businesses housed within until our food/beverages were ready. What I ordered: The Croissant ($13) and The Griller ($13), as well as a sundried tomato, pesto gallette were our food orders. A dark chocolate mocha, an Americano, and two steamed milks with caramel sauce for dessert beverages. What I loved: The mocha, while way to hot to sip for quite some time, had a lovely, deep, dark flavor, not too sweet and well-balanced. The sandwiches were yummy, including herby scrambled eggs and flavorful, smoky ham. If only the croissant wasn't burnt to a blackened crisp, I think the sandwiches would have been amazingly wonderful, creamy, dreamy. Why I loved it: The service was friendly - though it seems the young barista was in a hurry, preparing for the upcoming morning rush, and eager to get us in and out. The food had so much potential for being yummy, and the space is quaint and cozy and reminiscent of my high school and college days spent in Fairhaven cafes and eateries. Cost: High

I appreciated the location and spaciousness of this cafe. Filled with plenty of patrons, it's…read moreclearly a favorite for locals. The coffee was excellent - and they had almond flavoring!! I was able to get a few hours of work in with happy chatter around me. I'd gladly return as before and after my work, I could stroll along the water and take in the views.

Stopped in for a snack after walking the entire length of Semiahmoo Park--seriously, my legs still…read morehaven't forgiven me. This place seems like the go-to spot for marina boats to stock up on supplies, and it doubles as a perfect place to pick up some unique souvenirs. You'll find local artists selling everything from handmade jewelry, cutting boards that make you want to chop something just for fun, rope baskets perfect for stashing things, and crochet clothing. If you're in the market for a memorable keepsake, this is your spot! The service was quick and friendly, which was much appreciated after we dragged ourselves in from our beach adventure. As for the food, we went with the clam chowder, chicken salad sandwich, and a strawberry banana smoothie, and they did not disappoint. After all that walking, it felt like we'd discovered a hidden oasis. The chowder was creamy, the sandwich was hearty, and the smoothie was the perfect reward for pretending to be outdoorsy. Now, let's talk about the flowers. The groundskeeper grows these massive, stunning blooms that are on every table, adding a lovely touch--until the bees decide to crash the party. Gorgeous? Yes. But watch out, because those bees are on a mission to turn your peaceful lunch into their own personal floral rave. All in all, a charming spot for food, souvenirs, and a few inevitable bee encounters!

Loved it! We stopped here on our road trip to Vancouver. It is bang in the middle of the Blaine…read moreDowntown main street with amazing views of the marina all along. The cafe is a replica of a railway caboose and the kids could relate to the dining car experience. The covered patio is great to sit and munch on food, but on a sunny day, I would however recommend just ordering take out and sitting on the picnic tables right beside the cafe on a sunny day. We ordered a few beverages (Chai Latte, Americano & Maharaja Express) and snack items (ham sandwich & scone) - and everything was reasonably priced and served quickly. The scone was really good though, like better than many of the scones around. We imagined this being a quick coffee stop on the way but ending up spending a good 30mins soaking the views. The pit stop was worth every minute!

This was my second visit to the Railway Café in Blaine, and I'm already excited to come back again…read more This place is adorable, super cute, eclectic, and filled with hilarious signs everywhere you look. And yes, it really is inside a bright red caboose! The whole space is cozy in the best way, with a little seating indoors and a bit more outside, perfect for soaking in the quirky charm. The menu is huge and everything on it seems to call your name, breakfast all day, tons of sandwiches, muffins, smoothies... seriously, so much to love here. On this visit we had the falafel and the Reuben, and both were delicious. Fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Between the unique setting and the great food, this spot is such a fun little surprise. Definitely worth a visit (or two... or three!).

This cafe is filled with light, succulents, art made by their daughter, good vibes. The prices are…read moreunbeatable- 3 breakfast sandwiches with bacon and a late under $20.00- specially in this area! Customer service was outstanding. Their breakfast sandwiches were delicious! The English muffins are yummy. What else can you ask for? Beautiful views!!

Good London Fog tea with friendly service and good cafe ambiance. The pastry display looked…read moreamazing. I got my tea to go, so I don't have much to report.

We were headed to Blaine for a Nexus Interview - stopped here because it's about 30 minutes to the…read morebuilding. The restaurant is in this cute neighborhood, Fairhaven. On another day I would have browsed the shops near the restaurant. I am surprised by the low reviews. We stopped here around 12:50 pm, had to wait 15-20 minutes for a table. I had a French 75, waffle with strawberries and bacon on the side. My husband had the fish and chips. We both enjoyed our food and would make a return visit. It's much larger than it appears. There is seating on the main floor, an upper area, the lower back of the restaurant has additional tables and there is a back patio area. It appears that they time the seating to coincide with server capacity.

We had a bit of a mixed experience at Skylark's Hidden Cafe…read more After being seated, it took about 15 minutes before anyone acknowledge us. Several guests who were seated after us were greeted and offered water and coffee before anyone came to our table, which was frustrating. Once our server did come over, though, she was great--friendly, attentive, and took really good care of us from that point on. The coffee was okay, but I definitely would have preferred it stronger. We both ordered the Monte Cristo with breakfast potatoes. The sandwich itself looked amazing, and the raspberry jam was delicious, but unfortunately the meat inside was pretty dry. The breakfast potatoes were SO good and the tartar sauce was honestly some of the best I've had. At $25 for the Monte Cristo, I expected the sandwich to be better, and I probably wouldn't order it again at that price. There were definitely some highlights, but overall it was a bit of a mixed bag.

Fantastic food, vibes and staff. Busy place!…read moreMaybe they will open a second location, say is Fairhaven?!? Still, so worth any wait.

A Wednesday at 8:25 am meant a 10 minute wait to be seated although 4 tables sat empty with dishes…read morefrom patrons who vacated more than 5 to 10 minutes prior. Coffee took almost 10 minutes to be brought to the table after we ordered--it appeared it was the bottom of the pot with grounds at the bottom--the waitress checked on us and a few minutes later returned with a new cup full of coffee and more creamer. But my wife's cup sat empty. Hmmm. At 8:39 am food arrived and tasted fantastic; as usual. It slowed with no one waiting to be seated at 9:08 am. We sat waiting for our check for more than 10 minutes. One noisy customer could be heard throughout the restaurant. Not sure what was so funny multiple times that he had to share his annoying laughter. It wasn't pleasant nor needed.