This spot is perfect for a scenic dinner--especially if you time it for sunset. They offer both…read moreindoor and outdoor seating. The patio can get a bit chilly, but it's worth it for the view, and they do have heaters available. I started with a salad, followed by the Keenan's burger with a garbanzo bean patty, and the soup du jour. All three were delicious. The complimentary bread served with garlic herb spread was a wonderful start--aromatic and very satisfying. The salad had a great balance of fresh vegetables and toppings. On a cold day, the soup was especially comforting. The burger itself was well prepared and flavorful. The staff was polite and attentive, though they seemed a bit overwhelmed due to a large party seated next to us. Another nice perk: there's a boardwalk and beach right next door, making it a great place for a stroll before or after your meal.

You know that place that you love and then keep forgetting to review? This is one…read more Short Answer: The food is fantastic. The venue is incredible. The service is amazing! A Bit Longer Answer... Keenan's is somehow still a bit of a hidden gem in Bellingham, WA. How that is, at least for visitors, is beyond me. It is located in the absolute best hotel in Bellingham, the Chrysalis in Fairhaven, a delightful part of Bellingham, WA. You will want to stay there, just saying, and their spa? Oh my gosh...but I digress... A few weeks ago, while staying overnight, I took my brother-in-law to dinner at Keenan's. He dislikes...a lot. Forgive me, but one of his "super powers" seems to be in finding fault in any even somewhat nice restaurant. Something is always wrong with the food, the prices, and/or the service...yeah...but wait! Monty ate every bite and (wait for it...) did not complain once! Alert the media! Oh, happy day!! Okay, more details... I have had the pleasure of eating at Keenan's both in person at the restaurant and via their room service many times. BOTH ARE AMAZING! Their room service breakfasts are incredible! How they make their omelets as light and yet filling, EVEN WHEN DELIVERED to my lovely hotel room, is beyond me! Order their fruit, too, whatever it is they offer, order it. It will always be a beautifully flavorful addition to your meal. I can promise you your food will show up, even with room service, well-seasoned and ready to devour! Their dinners? WOW! I have had so many of their entrees, and each one is incredible. Their scallops are always perfect. Again, seasoned so that it complements the scallops without overpowering them. Their rib-eye is incredibly tender while still being cooked medium-rare, yay! And, their duck...oh my gosh! Hurray! I have to add, check their specials. I have never been steered wrong. Of course, a meal is almost as much affected by the service as by the food, right? They will treat you like a VIP, no matter who you are or what you order. How cool is that? I love that they have that ability to be attentive without hovering, nice! How funny is this? Their venue is stunning. There is no questioning that point. It is simply stunning! The cool part of that is that they cook like they don't have a view. Does that make sense? They don't just rely on that "wow" factor and assume you will just go there for the view. The food and service are even better than the view, and that says A LOT! Oh, shhhh...just saying, between you and me...Mia, our latest server, is a rock star! Can you tell I am a fan? Yep! Count me in! Go there, you will thank me!

Great food and great service! The ambience was nice too! Had some incredible Pothos plants, bigger…read morethan I have ever seen as a potted plant. Would love to know what kind of plant food they might use on them.

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

Fish and chips here are on par with English fish and chips. Service was great. They have indoor and…read moreoutdoor seating on the pier. Located inside the ferry terminal. Clean restrooms and they serve beer!

Very friendly staff but prices felt a bit high for the sizes. We shared a three piece basket of cod…read moreand fries. The cod tasted great- just hoped for a bit more in size for $17.60. We would try it again if we are in the area. Love the compostable and trash options which brought it up to 5 stars. We had a 10% off coupon from our whale watching cruise from San Juan cruises- hence the total being less than the posted price plus tax.

Should have a "We have moved" sign at Fd location. Took a…read moredrive Saturday to the Barlean's I always knew on Slater, much to our surprise it was a ghost town, but a pretty drive. Had to settle for supermaket selection. Very disapointing.

I questioned the price of clams and the lady seemed very offended like overly dramatic this was our…read moresecond time being in and both times was not treated well

Food and service is always amazing!! They are super inclusive and have free pool with any purchase,…read moretheir bathrooms are clean and the view out over the water is beautiful :) We accidentally stayed about 30 minutes late but they were very kind about it; this is an awesome place to spend your night!

Decades ago I came here often. I haven't been back for over 7 years. Yesterday, three of us decided…read moreit was time for some excitement. Upon entering ( at 4:30pm), I was struck by how many people were there; it was almost full. We were quickly greeted by Mikey (aka; "Yonzo"). Very friendly, very helpful. We received our drinks promptly and ordered food. The fish & chips were generous and tasty. The breading was unusual, but was again, tasty. I couldn't determine what it was, but I would order it again. The bowl of clam chowder was very generous and again "unusual". Plenty of clams and thyme. I would order it again. I went to the bar to request another beer and buy some pull tabs. I noticed the wall of pull tabs was entirely covered with Christmas decorations. When asked, Yonzo informed me that the new owner had not yet completed the process to offer pull tabs. Apparently, a new owner arrived in April of this year (2024). It was interesting to note that the entire place looked to be cleaner, with a very upbeat and friendly atmosphere. In all, we enjoyed the food and had a great time in the "new" tavern. We will be back. After all, this tavern is a piece of Bellingham's history.

A consistently reliable go-to for me. Pleasant atmosphere, lovely and helpful staff, delicious…read morefood--great Happy Hour prices! My favorite of the evening was the prawn cocktail--this isn't your typical tiny shrimp soaking in red sauce in a fluted ice cream Sunday glass. Noooooooo. Fat gorgeous and juicy prawns laid down on swirls of very delicious sauce, served with a little side of arugula. Not to be too under-prawned, I also ordered the prawn farro salad. This, too, was a lovely preparation. I didn't enjoy it as much as I found the dressing on the farro a bit sweet for my taste--but I can change it up to an aioli or mignonette or something other upon request which will be perfect. The wonderful Gillian invented two n/a mocktails for me: a watermelon, basil spritz that was delightfully refreshing and an n/a Piña Colada--as they were out of pineapple juice, she substituted orange juice which I actually liked even better! Wonderful break in my day.

Service was nice Ambiance is nice hotel-bar vibes…read more I will say things on the menu can't be adjusted or subbed, maybe because it's cause it's a hotel and not a "restaurant-restaurant". But overall the had some good rich flavors on items, and some fun different fries.

Welcome back Chevy. Heard nothing but rave reviews of your new menu. Took some friends there the…read moreother night and the service was exceptional. Love the Old Fairhaven ambiance.

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.

I booked a reservation and still we had to wait. The 2 big things frogs legs, gator boudin balls…read morewere out. That was a little disappointing, but the menu was plentiful of Louisiana foods! The food was tasty and I ate almost everything! Loved the po boy and tasted the étouffée was yummy!!! I'll be back!!! The space is like old timey bar with lots of artsy type of employees. They were all mild and pleasant. The restrooms were filthy! Like ewww! But that's because they're so busy. There's lots of street parking.

Bayou is a favorite of mine for so many reasons. I've been coming here for YEARS! St Patty's day,…read moreMardi Gras, & downtown sounds. Today I had a new experience and it has to be shared ! Have you had their Shrimp and Grits? If not, do not delay, go now and order it! Omg, the flavors !! It's an orgasm in your mouth! Our bartender, Dan V was fantastic, attentive, funny and full of recommendations. Simply, if you haven't been to Bayou on the Bay, make it your next dining experience! A few other favorites over the years: great spot for summer outdoor patio dining, they have a family dining side and and upstairs area as well . All great choices !