EAT LOCAL

Our Favorite Places to Eat & Drink

One of the best parts of visiting Bellingham is discovering the amazing local food scene. These are the places we return to again and again—and the ones we recommend to our friends and family.

  • Start Your Morning Right

    ☕ Lettered Streets Coffeehouse

    Our favorite coffee shop in Bellingham.

    A cozy neighborhood café serving excellent espresso, fresh pastries, and a relaxed atmosphere.

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brown & Co Favorite Coffee

    🥞 The Birch Door Café

    Hands down our favorite breakfast.

    Known for generous portions, amazing pancakes, eggs Benedict, and homemade comfort food.

    Go hungry!

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worth the Wait

    🥐 Mount Bakery Café

    A fantastic option for breakfast or brunch.

    Fresh pastries, locally roasted coffee, and delicious breakfast sandwiches in a welcoming atmosphere.

    Perfect if you're exploring downtown afterward.

  • Relaxed Local Favorites

    🍕 Tino's Pizza

    Located right in Sudden Valley.

    Excellent pizza just minutes from the house.

    Perfect after a day on the lake.

    🌮 El Agave

    Also located in Sudden Valley.

    Great Mexican food, generous portions, and friendly service.

    A convenient favorite close to home.

    🍔 Boomer's Drive-In

    A Bellingham classic.

    Juicy burgers, crispy fries, hand-spun shakes, and old-school drive-in charm.

    Perfect for a casual lunch or dinner.

    🍗 Bantam Kitchen & Bar

    A local favorite known for comfort food with a Northwest twist.

    Great fried chicken, burgers, sandwiches, and cocktails in a fun atmosphere.

    🌮 Black Sheep

    If you're craving tacos, this downtown favorite serves creative street tacos and handcrafted margaritas.

    Perfect for sharing with friends.

  • 🍷 Date Night

    A Special Evening Out

    🍸 Admiralty Lounge

    Our favorite recommendation for an upscale evening.

    Craft cocktails, elevated small plates, and an intimate atmosphere make it perfect for date night.

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brown & Co Date Night Pick

    🐟 Anthony's at Squalicum Harbor

    Fresh Northwest seafood with beautiful marina views.

    A wonderful place to enjoy sunset over the harbor while dining on local seafood.

    🔥 Hearthfire Grill

    One of Bellingham's hidden gems.

    Warm, inviting atmosphere with excellent steaks, seafood, pasta, and seasonal Northwest cuisine.

    A fantastic choice for anniversaries, celebrations, or simply a memorable evening out.

    🍷 Keenan's at the Pier

    Located at the historic Chrysalis Inn overlooking Bellingham Bay.

    Excellent food, beautiful waterfront views, and a relaxing Pacific Northwest atmosphere.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.Welcome to Beer Country

    Bellingham is known for its outstanding craft beer scene.

    🥇 Stemma West

    Our number one recommendation.

    Fantastic beer, spacious seating, and a great atmosphere for families and groups.

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brown & Co Favorite Brewery

    🍺 Kulshan Brewing

    One of Bellingham's original craft breweries.

    Excellent beer with a lively local atmosphere.

    🍺 Wander Brewing

    Creative beer, food trucks, and a welcoming outdoor patio.

    Always a fun stop.

    🍺 Aslan Brewing

    Certified organic brewery with excellent food and one of the city's most popular patios.

    🍺 Structures Brewing

    Often considered one of the best breweries in Washington.

    Small-batch beers that beer enthusiasts won't want to miss.

  • Dessert is Always a Good Idea

    🍨 Mallard Ice Cream

    An absolute Bellingham institution.

    Homemade ice cream featuring creative seasonal flavors alongside the classics.

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Don't Leave Town Without Trying It

    🍩 Lafeens Family Pride Donuts

    Fresh, handmade donuts that have been a local favorite for decades.

    Go early—they're popular!

  • Need Something?

    🛍 Valley Market

    Just a few minutes from the house.

    Perfect if you forgot:

    • Milk

    • Snacks

    • Drinks

    • Ice

    • Firewood

    • Ice cream

    • Basic household items

    • Firewood

    While convenient, selection is limited for a full grocery run.

    🛒 Fred Meyer (Lakeway)

    Our recommendation for groceries.

    A full-service grocery store with:

    • Fresh produce

    • Meat & seafood

    • Pharmacy

    • Household essentials

    • Clothing

    • Outdoor supplies

    • Fuel

    It's also the best place nearby for fuel, with prices that are usually lower than the smaller stations around the lake.

  • ☕ Best Coffee: Lettered Streets Coffeehouse

    🥞 Best Breakfast: Birch Door Café

    🍕 Best Pizza: Tino's Pizza

    🌮 Best Mexican: El Agave

    🍔 Best Burger: Boomer's Drive-In

    🍸 Best Date Night: Admiralty Lounge

    🍺 Best Brewery: Stemma West

    🍦 Best Dessert: Mallard Ice Cream

    🛒 Best Grocery Store: Fred Meyer

    Brown & Co Tip

    A perfect Bellingham day starts with breakfast at Birch Door, coffee from Lettered Streets, an afternoon exploring Fairhaven or Boulevard Park, happy hour at Stemma West, and a scoop of Mallard Ice Cream before heading back to the house for a soak in the hot tub.