Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro

Very nice venue. Great selection of beers. Little disappointed as the bartender ignored me and served others that were behind me in line first. Also disappointed that the options for tipping at a bar started at 18%. I normally tip 10% for bar service and 20% for dinner service.

Atmosphere: 4

So glad I had the chance to visit Boundary Bay before they retire — what an experience!

The “Look No Hands” Hazy IPA was excellent, bright and flavorful, and their on-tap cider was equally delicious. I also tried a Manhattan — it was just okay, but to be fair, this is a brewery, not a cocktail bar, so I’ll let that slide.

Food-wise, the clam chowder is a full 5/5 — creamy, rich, and everything you want on a Northwest evening. The salmon chowder was more of a 3/5 for me; big chunks of salmon (which I loved), but it needed a little more flavor. With some extra salt and pepper, I still happily ate it, and even enjoyed the leftovers later that night.

But the real star of the menu? The steamed clams. Absolute showstopper. The sauce they come in is phenomenal — the kind of broth you mop up with bread until the bowl is bone dry. My table went silent while eating them, everyone just scooping, slurping, and soaking up that sauce. Do not skip these!

Also, if you get a salad, do yourself a favor and upgrade to the harvest salad. It’s hearty, flavorful, and the best choice on the greens side.

Boundary Bay is truly a Bellingham classic, and while I’m sad they’re closing, I’m so glad I got to experience it firsthand. A memory worth keeping.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Got the Tofu Sandwich and it was absolutely phenomenal. My waitress Violet was attentive and so genuine. Vibes were great, presentation, drinks, and food. I'm so happy I stumbled upon this place on my short stay in Bellingham. I can't wait to come back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I usually avoid leaving negative reviews—especially when most of the experience was actually quite good. The location is great, parking was fine, and the building has a nice, clean look without being over-designed. The overall vibe is super chill and positive, with a friendly, hippie-style atmosphere. The food was tasty, with vegan options available, which is always appreciated!

Unfortunately, the service brought the experience down. Our server—a young woman—seemed really disengaged, like she didn’t want to be there. I get it, we all have off days, and maybe she just needed a break. But as a guest coming to relax and enjoy, it’s a bit disappointing when the energy feels off and no one even checks in to ask how the food was.

This isn’t a complaint to get anyone in trouble—just a friendly suggestion to the management: maybe offer a bit more training or support to the team. There’s so much potential here!

For now, I can only give ⭐️⭐️⭐️—but I genuinely hope to see improvements and would be happy to come back and give it another shot.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 1

Best pulled pork sandwich I’ve ever had
Really great waiter too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I visited this evening for the first time for a private event and I had a wonderful time.

I was given an excellent beer recommendation I would get it again.

The salmon burger was delicious and the seasoning on the fries was on point.

The staff was amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fast and friendly service. Good food, reasonable prices, fun atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food and the beer were excellent. Had the Banh Mi bowl and a North West IPA, both were delicious. The server, however, seemed like he’d rather be anywhere else other than working here. Kinda put a real damper on the whole experience, but who knows what was going on in his life on this day. Still, it made the experience less than memorable. I know you’re not here to entertain, but even showing a little enthusiasm would go a long way, otherwise find another career?

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 2

This place was delightful. Kind servers, AMAZING kids meal. $7.50 salmon with 2 sides? Wild. Wife and I got the pear and Brie grilled cheese and house made root beer. Brother in laws burger was also very good. My garden salad was delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good beer, they even had a gluten-free beer from Ghostfish brewing for the Mrs.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5

Went here for the baay bash they hosted, it was great! I got a hot dog it was awesome! Please please go here before they close in the fall!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We have visited BB on a number of occasions and this time it was very disappointing. The restaurant has not been kept up. It felt dirty and tired. The wait staff were mailing it in and I don’t blame them having to work in those conditions. The food was mediocre. Beer was still good but with all the great breweries around we won’t be coming back anytime soon.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 2

Service: 1

Not very friendly place, my friends and I didn’t have a place to left our bikes we ask to be seated on the porch and they say no

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

If I said service was a disappointment, it would be an understatement. I waited for nearly 30 minutes on a Tuesday night to place an order, which the hostess took. Tables that were seated after me had their food before my order was even placed.

The only interaction I had with the waitress was when it was time to pay. The first thing she offered me? A to go box.

Obviously I wasn't welcome here.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 1

We waited 15 minutes to be seated although there were many empty tables. The Nachos were not good, cheese wasn’t all the way melted, waaaaay too many onions, weird combo for nachos, long wait for food.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 2