42 Best American Restaurants in Bellingham

“Just incredible, honestly. The food, the service, the overall vibe, it's the whole package. Excellent food (We had the pesto gouda chicken and bacon balsamic Brussel sprouts). Very pleasant, attentive staff. Such a great experience, we will be back!“

“I know this is a shameless plug, but I just finished eating a beef meat pie from Holly's, and I have to write this: I just found Holly's Meat Pies and had my first pie from them. I can't say enough about how delicious my pasty was!!!! Thank YOU! 🙏🏻 The crust is absolute perfection – not too dry, not oily. Perfectly cooked. The pie stayed hot even though I drove home. Wow! I got the beef, and the filling was perfect. The balance of the spices, herbs, the quality of the meat, the vegetables and the onion was superior and absolutely perfectly balanced. This lady has skills!! The taste is wonderful. Holly gave me samples of Ty's Barbecue Sauce and Pasty Sauce !!! Yummmmm! I tested the barbecue sauce because I couldn't resist – I'll be back for at least one bottle and it won't last long. And the pasty sauce was fantastic. I'm buying a bottle. I had never heard of putting any kind of sauce on my pasty, but I'll put this on it! The thing about the pasty is it's so good without the sauce, but it's great with the sauce, too. I alternated bites lol. 😆 Since the pasty is neither dry nor greasy, it stands on its own so perfectly that I couldn't imagine putting the sauce on it – until I tried! It kicks the flavor up a notch. I bought a frozen Chicken pie for later, and I "liberated" several menus - this is going to become a habit!!!! Can't wait to try the Vegan pie (🥧 mushrooms!!), and the lamb pie and the entire menu! Feels like I found a culinary goldmine that's right up my alley. I feel so lucky that this is in Bellingham, and that I don't live too far from it because I will be a frequent visitor. And they are so friendly- great, wholesome, quick, affordable food!! What's not to love?! 💕 I also want to say hello to Holly and to Andrea who I met today and who were so friendly & knowledgeable. Smart women getting it done!! ✅ They answered every question I had. If you haven't tried this place, you've got to go and try it. This is the ultimate easy portable health food! Great with soup 🥣, salad 🥗 and Bordeaux!! My belly is happy 😊! What a therapeutic experience!!“

“I’ve been coming to Arlis’s for 20 years. Lots has changed in Bellingham, but Arlis’s has continued to serve a delicious consistent breakfast, good food quality, fair prices, and excellent service.“

“The food was very delicious and comforting! Good fried cauliflower, house made fries, kickass pork sliders. The vibe of the inside was less cozy than I thought it would be from the street. Prices reasonable. I must say they should use more resilient buns, the meals were so juicy that they turned to mush.“

“We stumbled upon this diner and so so glad we did. It is basic in the BEST of ways!

Our breakfast was good and flavorful and most importantly it came out pretty quickly.

They have an extensive drink list as well if you are looking for that with your food as well. Def give this place a try!“

“Awesome service, great food, fantastic cocktails, and a substantive wine list. Strongly recommend!“

“Delicious Food and Cocktails: Tried an Espresso Martini, Arancini Balls and the Chocolate Royale for dessert 🍨“

“Always good for a preflight cocktail“

“Great little Mom and Pop diner. Excellent breakfast!“

“Ive eaten here 8 times in the past month or 2, ive made it a weekly thing now.
I normally order on doordash but today i went in person, staff was nice and the place looked clean.
The food is consistently good, i normally get bacon burgers and chicken pastas.
This is the only place that makes chicken exciting for me, its perfectly made.
the pic is the bourbon street chicken and sausage pasta ive been getting every week lately“

“what deal is in for February 15th 2025?“

“We wanted to grab a bite after our movie and it seems like everyone else in the theatre had the same idea. The service was so quick, the drinks were perfect, and the waitress was so helpful (thank you for recommending that Chicken Bruschetta pizza).

They even offered to stay open later so we could wait for our Uber.

I'm not the type to write reviews.... but this place truly deserves it. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great spot to unwind after a movie.“

“JUXT is such a great spot in downtown. Always hosting fun events, conveniently located, phenomenal service, and their food/drinks are amazing. They've got a great list of craft cocktails and a delicious food menu, too. I especially love getting to enjoy a cocktail flight (either with a friend or solo) while hanging out before a show downtown. Menu Faves: House Fries, Poutine, Loaded Nachos, Falafel, JUXT Mac Cocktail Faves: Love Letter, Time Forgot, Eiffel 75, Bees Markel“

“Extremes was just steps from the Holiday Inn Express! Food was excellent and service from Ryan “Scooter” was amazing!!“

“You can sit outside next to the water or you can dine inside. The fish and chips are to die for! The waitress was fantastic The place was very comfortable and welcoming! I live in montana an would be worth the drive just for the fish an chips! Thank you!“

“I recently went to this establishment to eat a wonderful meal with my friend. We were served by Robert. He was so sweet and friendly. He was very attentive and on top of it. He brought us refills and more fries without us asking. We really appreciated his hospitality! 10/10 service! Thanks Robert!“

“Cider was great, vibes were great, food was wonderful. We had a larger group and I know that can be overwhelming but the service was so/so, perhaps it was the end of their shift or something but they were less than enthused. I’d happy to return again though, the food was awesome!“

“El Capitan's is warm, welcoming, awesomely quirky. A real downtown Bellingham gem. I'm so appreciative of the worker's and owners, it really shows through and through. Watching the world go by eating a gourmet hot dog, sipping cold beverage inside or outside seating areas is relaxing.“

“Went there today with friends for breakfast...ordered the classic eggs benedict, was one of the best eggs Benny's I've ever had!! The atmosphere was amazing..got a table right away, no wait. Our server was the best! So friendly and attentive. I'll definitely be going back!!“

“We were visiting our son for a special occasion and Estelle was recommended to him by friends. The service was nice and everyone was very enthusiastic about their good. The atmosphere was white table cloth casual. The food was honestly a surprise and outstanding. We ordered several appetizers including the standput ricotta and toast. We also ordered the salmon, the scallops and the black cod. All preparations were excellent and well executed, especially the black cod. The carrots paired with coconut milk were delicious as was the gem salad. The drinks were perfect and the creme brulee infused with bay leaf was a great end. This was a perfect special meal.“

“Don’t eat here unless you want your phone stolen by a waitress!“

“Always a favorite! I don't make it here as often as I would like to, but I try to go when I am in town. Wonderful people, great atmosphere.“

“Amazing food and experience plus fast and attentive, absolutely a win win. I got the shrimp scampi and it is not your typical. Extremely flavorful and amazing presentation.“

“I stopped by for lunch and ordered a burger, the soup of the day, and a coffee. The total came to $29 including tip. It was quiet in the afternoon with very few people around, so the atmosphere was calm. Service was very quick and efficient. The food was tasty and came out hot and fresh. A nice place for a relaxed midday meal.“

“The staff is great but they need to change up the menu! It used to change seasonally but it’s been the same stuff year round since before Covid.“

“My wife hosted my 40th birthday there, for 18 people and they did amazing. Great service, wonderful drinks, delicious food. Will certainly be going back, thank you for being apart of making my birthday extra special.“

“I just went for a snacks. Good“

“Great food, great staff, great atmosphere. This is one of my favorite spots for brunch or dinner. A true gem away from downtown for food and a date“

“It's a bar with pool tables that are a bit too close together. They allow people under 21 to eat and play pool. Until 8 or 9. It fills with college students as the evening goes on. We didn't see bad behavior or rudeness. Itsa chill dive bar that's good for hanging out. Rec canned or bottled drinks over mixed cocktails here.“

“This place is lowkey a silent sleeper because I feel like more people should know about how awesome Greene's is! Breakfast, lunch, dinner; they're all an option! Great pizza and delicious breakfast/brunch options! Love that they're in the part of town that's nestled right between south/central Bellingham (aka the Sunnyland Neighborhood), and everything on their menu is a hit. Menu Faves: Biscuts & Gravy, Breakfast Burrito, Sunnyland Scramble, Chicken & Waffles, Huevos Rancheros“

“Once again, a big bucket of chicken and jojos from Alger Bar & Grille saved us from our Sunday "what's for dinner" dilemma! Delicious as always. We appreciate you EVERY SINGLE TIME. *Edited to add... the pic is what's left. stoked for lunch tomorrow!*“

“If you enjoy delicious food 9 restaurant delivers perfection! You will not be disappointed with the exceptional service, quality and brilliance served here! I highly recommend this restaurant!! I would like to send 9 restaurant my gratitude and appreciation, for hiring incredible chefs! Outstanding!!!“

“First ever time playing poker in a casino environment and it was amazing !!! As a younger lady its really hard to break through the ceiling most card spaces have, not only to play but even just to learn. I appreciate the dealers, staff, and security greatly and can’t wait to play again soon! ❤️🫶🎰“

“Very good drink’s & food was delicious and the service was great. I o my wish we could move table together to be able to sit closer together 🤷🏻‍♀️“

“Just had the best omelette ever. I highly recommend!“

“Whether dining in or taking to go, Filling Station is one of my favorite places to get a burger in town. You can definitely tell they use high quality ingredients and I love the variety of specialty burgers/sandwiches they offer. Their fries are also phenomenal; a thick curly potato that go amazing with their ranch. The shakes are great, and their cocktails are fun and are always great pairings with our entrees. They additionally offer a veggie pattie/vegetarian-friendly burger option for vegetarians which is awesome, and the service there is always phenomenal. Definitely a go to spot in my opinion! Menu Faves: - Drinks: Mint Oreo Shake, Chocolate Shake, - Jump Starts (Appetizers): Grill-Cheese strips, Hub Cap fried pickles, Station Fries - Burgers/Sandwiches: El Camino Burger, Thunderbird Burger, Jaguar Burger, Wrangler Burger, Ferrari Chicken Sandwich“

“I came here to try an American burger in my visit to Bellingham. I ordered the BellingHam burger. It was huge burger with bacon and crispy potatoes. The burger is very greasy. The service is very good. It's a nice place to come with friends and family.“

“If you live in Bellingham you need to give this place a go.

Loved our time here. My boyfriend and I did a Monday date night at the Loft and sat outside for sunset. Gorgeous, laid back place for date night - I highly recommend. Good views and quiet, right on the water. We got the cajun seafood mac, ahi tuna salad and salmon cakes all to share. The seafood mac was delicious! and the ahi was seared perfectly. We also got two drinks and our bill was around $100 which is typical for a nice date night in Bellingham.

Service was a little bit slow but not enough where it was a bother. The waitress was really nice and checked up on us.

Prices are reasonable for a slightly nicer spot on the water and portions are enough where you can share plates.

Additionally, we met the owner some time back who is also a really great person.“

“Classic fast food, space age mid century counter service burger stop. Its great, come here with the boys at work all the time. Service is friendly, they offer The BIG BUN, its not for everyone but if you can handle it Ive never seen other places with that kind of offering. Shakes, malts, fries, onion rings - all the classics.“

“My wife and I love Shari's and stopped by the one in Bellingham because we knew we would find delicious food and great service (as usual)...but the young lady who waited on us, Morgan was EXCEPTIONAL! Made us feel like we were right at home and checked back on us to be sure we had everything we needed. This is an example of an employee that goes the extra step in customer service. We will be back, again, again & again! And thanks Morgan for boxing up our Marionberry Pie to take home. What a treat. Thank You. Stan & Kathy Stevens🥰“

“Bellingham Park bowl , My review is based on lane conditions and they cater more to the public than league play in my opinion , I would definitely give them a five-star for entertainment for the public , I love going there for party events and the entertainment myself, my opinion I think there's more money to be made from Walk ins , parties and events.🎉🎂“

“Visited IHOP for the first time in 10 years, and it did not disappoint. The restaurant is conveniently located off Bakerview Road in northern Bellingham, not far from I-5. There was a small wait to get a booth inside, but not too long. The interior just felt and sounded like your normal American pancake house, so I can’t complain about that. I ordered one of the value breakfast meals with coffee to drink, and everything was very tasty for the price of around $10 before gratuity. My server, Georjan, was very friendly and attentive. Overall, this is one of the most solid breakfast spots in the city, especially in terms of value.“