I love this bar!! Great bartenders, great door guy, great patrons and a good time all around. One of my favorite places in Bellingham
Sean H.
It is a very unsafe place to drink. We had a scary incident there. Women should bring a friend and have a buddy system. Perhaps this is always the case; nevertheless, it's essential for this scary dive bar.
Jordan Dravitzki
Poor bartenders, shoddy drinks, and some really bad kareoke.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Dj M.
I've been here twice and each time the drinks are good but the bartender is grumpy. No big deal, each night it was busy so just chalked it up to work stress. Karaoke is a blast - I would say it's trying hard to be a dive joint- generally the bartenders are more approachable and personable at a dive joint (thus creating regulars). I'll probably come back the next time my pals are in town again- just because we have made it a thing - but wouldn't go just to go any other time. Plenty of places where you can get a good cheap drink from a friendlier face.
Kayla Cosgrove
I think the bartender was drunk? My experience was way too weird.I went out with two friends and was the DD. I was first in line and asked if I could have a lemon water. My two friends asked for a PBF. The friend in back tries to pay and the bartender gets all weird asking if they're okay. My friend of course said yes but felt awkward because all they were trying to do was pay... then the bartender asks us if they should be cut off to which I responded that Im DD and everyone will be safe tonight. The bartender pours the two drinks, doesnt give me a water and tells me my friend is cut off and has me grab "my" drink and charged us.. but I didnt order one! My friend grabbed the drink because obviously I wasnt drinking and the bartender runs from behind the counter, grabs the drink and my friend violently and forces us out of the bar while yelling at us and saying we are banned.I did call the bartender an a.s.s for pouring the drink my friend ordered while kicking us out. Like what did you expect? Why did you even pour it if they were cut off?This was near the end of the night, the bar was mostly empty with no line behind us, we were quiet and not causing any scene. Why would you grab us so violently?Ive been coming here for over 6 years and now never will again. Ive never been afraid of a bartender before AND I WAS SOBER... (from what I remember this bartender is also the owner) the guy was just looking for a fight it seems. Im just glad none of us got hurt being forced out.Orion is the better bar. My friend got their drop shot there after with no issues.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Noah Dotson
Worst customer service I have ever experienced. The owner is absolutely unhinged and seems to be drunk on shift most of the time. I'd avoid this place at all costs.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Annie F.
Went on a quiet weekday evening. Rude and slow and unfriendly bartender. Tall woman (I was sitting-- so maybe not so tall...)...long dark hair, maybe 30..(?)... black jeans. Not nice! Wow. Won't be back.
Sandra M
Great old school bar with charm. Staff was friendly. Drinks were good. Pleasant experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Wyatt Fehlhaber
Best skate popcorn bar in town! This place Shreds!! Posers not allowed! ??don’t miss the Cappy Hour!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erin Pilolla
Hair in drink and da bartender was rude, full of oldheads lol
***PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU GO***I have been in Cap Hansen multiple times. But this was shocking to me. Today, I went there, and there were two bartenders. One old white beard guy and one partial beard guy on each side. Let me call them white beard and partial beard. So I went there and ordered drinks. While i was drinking, i saw regular jameson and jameson black barrel. Personally, i never tried black barrel one, and i wanted to try it, so i called the white beard old guy to ask about it. But he hand signed me to wait, and th bar was busy, so i waited. Meanwhile, I was very thursty, so i drank water in my water bottle. Then, the old white beard guy complained about me drinking water from my own water bottle. I accepted complaints because some bars do not allow that. But i was mad that they did not have time to get my order, but I had a fat minute listing complain about me drinking about drinking water from my water bottle. So I asked that you dont have a second to get my drink order, which would give them money, but have a minute to complain about me drinking water. They talked about it to each other and ended up kicking me out of the bar. The old white beard guy even said that I was harassing him, then purposely ignored me. Then, the other bartender came to us and threatened us with giving me specifically 3 munute to leave the bar without listening to the story from my side when i was not even done with drink that i ordered. They just believed story that the old white beard bartender said a d kicked me out for no further discussion. I had a great experience going to this bar and quite enjoyed their drink, and I know those bartenders since i got drinks from them so many times, but with their service today, i would never go there again. Their personality truly revealed in busy time. Hope you all read this ?. Thank you. There are a lot better bars in bellingham that still care about customers even when they are busy
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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***PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU GO***I have been in Cap Hansen multiple times. But this was shocking to me. Today, I went there, and there were two bartenders. One old white beard guy and one partial beard guy on each side. Let me call them white beard and partial beard. So I went there and ordered drinks. While i was drinking, i saw regular jameson and jameson black barrel. Personally, i never tried black barrel one, and i wanted to try it, so i called the white beard old guy to ask about it. But he hand signed me to wait, and th bar was busy, so i waited. Meanwhile, I was very thursty, so i drank water in my water bottle. Then, the old white beard guy complained about me drinking water from my own water bottle. I accepted complaints because some bars do not allow that. But i was mad that they did not have time to get my order, but I had a fat minute listing complain about me drinking about drinking water from my water bottle. So I asked that you dont have a second to get my drink order, which would give them money, but have a minute to complain about me drinking water. They talked about it to each other and ended up kicking me out of the bar. The old white beard guy even said that I was harassing him, then purposely ignored me. Then, the other bartender came to us and threatened us with giving me specifically 3 munute to leave the bar without listening to the story from my side when i was not even done with drink that i ordered. They just believed story that the old white beard bartender said a d kicked me out for no further discussion. I had a great experience going to this bar and quite enjoyed their drink, and I know those bartenders since i got drinks from them so many times, but with their service today, i would never go there again. Their personality truly revealed in busy time. Hope you all read this ?. Thank you. There are a lot better bars in bellingham that still care about customers even when they are busy
B L
All I have to say is Doug the door guy is legendary and none of you deserve
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bumpertini B
So, I came in through the door and showed my ID politely to the bartender and asked for my drink. He then asked me if the bouncer checked my ID, and to not get the bouncer in trouble I said I'm not sure yeah I think so. He then said you're probably too drunk if you can't remember. I finally said no, he did not check my ID. I then apologize profusely even though I was absolutely not in the wrong. I had literally been outside smoking a cigarette and had locked eyes with the bouncer multiple times. He just let me walk in not a word. Then when I finally bought my drink, he took the entire bill I gave him and did not give me any change. This is theft. What a terrible experience. Probably time to fire your door guy. Do not go here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Lou Brinson
The best bar in Bellingham if you want cheap drinks and good atmosphere. Drinks here are half price as other bars down the street and that’s not even happy hours. Also, can’t go wrong with an illuminated Danny DeVito portrait and free popcorn!! It definitely gets crowded on weekend evenings because it’s so cozy but if you can get a table it’s easy to spend a couple hours here.Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs, chairs at the tables are movable. Have seen wheel chairs here.
I love this bar!! Great bartenders, great door guy, great patrons and a good time all around. One of my favorite places in Bellingham
It is a very unsafe place to drink. We had a scary incident there. Women should bring a friend and have a buddy system. Perhaps this is always the case; nevertheless, it's essential for this scary dive bar.
Poor bartenders, shoddy drinks, and some really bad kareoke.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I've been here twice and each time the drinks are good but the bartender is grumpy. No big deal, each night it was busy so just chalked it up to work stress. Karaoke is a blast - I would say it's trying hard to be a dive joint- generally the bartenders are more approachable and personable at a dive joint (thus creating regulars). I'll probably come back the next time my pals are in town again- just because we have made it a thing - but wouldn't go just to go any other time. Plenty of places where you can get a good cheap drink from a friendlier face.
I think the bartender was drunk? My experience was way too weird.I went out with two friends and was the DD. I was first in line and asked if I could have a lemon water. My two friends asked for a PBF. The friend in back tries to pay and the bartender gets all weird asking if they're okay. My friend of course said yes but felt awkward because all they were trying to do was pay... then the bartender asks us if they should be cut off to which I responded that Im DD and everyone will be safe tonight. The bartender pours the two drinks, doesnt give me a water and tells me my friend is cut off and has me grab "my" drink and charged us.. but I didnt order one! My friend grabbed the drink because obviously I wasnt drinking and the bartender runs from behind the counter, grabs the drink and my friend violently and forces us out of the bar while yelling at us and saying we are banned.I did call the bartender an a.s.s for pouring the drink my friend ordered while kicking us out. Like what did you expect? Why did you even pour it if they were cut off?This was near the end of the night, the bar was mostly empty with no line behind us, we were quiet and not causing any scene. Why would you grab us so violently?Ive been coming here for over 6 years and now never will again. Ive never been afraid of a bartender before AND I WAS SOBER... (from what I remember this bartender is also the owner) the guy was just looking for a fight it seems. Im just glad none of us got hurt being forced out.Orion is the better bar. My friend got their drop shot there after with no issues.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Worst customer service I have ever experienced. The owner is absolutely unhinged and seems to be drunk on shift most of the time. I'd avoid this place at all costs.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Went on a quiet weekday evening. Rude and slow and unfriendly bartender. Tall woman (I was sitting-- so maybe not so tall...)...long dark hair, maybe 30..(?)... black jeans. Not nice! Wow. Won't be back.
Great old school bar with charm. Staff was friendly. Drinks were good. Pleasant experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Best skate popcorn bar in town! This place Shreds!! Posers not allowed! ??don’t miss the Cappy Hour!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hair in drink and da bartender was rude, full of oldheads lol
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***PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU GO***I have been in Cap Hansen multiple times. But this was shocking to me. Today, I went there, and there were two bartenders. One old white beard guy and one partial beard guy on each side. Let me call them white beard and partial beard. So I went there and ordered drinks. While i was drinking, i saw regular jameson and jameson black barrel. Personally, i never tried black barrel one, and i wanted to try it, so i called the white beard old guy to ask about it. But he hand signed me to wait, and th bar was busy, so i waited. Meanwhile, I was very thursty, so i drank water in my water bottle. Then, the old white beard guy complained about me drinking water from my own water bottle. I accepted complaints because some bars do not allow that. But i was mad that they did not have time to get my order, but I had a fat minute listing complain about me drinking about drinking water from my water bottle. So I asked that you dont have a second to get my drink order, which would give them money, but have a minute to complain about me drinking water. They talked about it to each other and ended up kicking me out of the bar. The old white beard guy even said that I was harassing him, then purposely ignored me. Then, the other bartender came to us and threatened us with giving me specifically 3 munute to leave the bar without listening to the story from my side when i was not even done with drink that i ordered. They just believed story that the old white beard bartender said a d kicked me out for no further discussion. I had a great experience going to this bar and quite enjoyed their drink, and I know those bartenders since i got drinks from them so many times, but with their service today, i would never go there again. Their personality truly revealed in busy time. Hope you all read this ?. Thank you. There are a lot better bars in bellingham that still care about customers even when they are busy
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
***PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU GO***I have been in Cap Hansen multiple times. But this was shocking to me. Today, I went there, and there were two bartenders. One old white beard guy and one partial beard guy on each side. Let me call them white beard and partial beard. So I went there and ordered drinks. While i was drinking, i saw regular jameson and jameson black barrel. Personally, i never tried black barrel one, and i wanted to try it, so i called the white beard old guy to ask about it. But he hand signed me to wait, and th bar was busy, so i waited. Meanwhile, I was very thursty, so i drank water in my water bottle. Then, the old white beard guy complained about me drinking water from my own water bottle. I accepted complaints because some bars do not allow that. But i was mad that they did not have time to get my order, but I had a fat minute listing complain about me drinking about drinking water from my water bottle. So I asked that you dont have a second to get my drink order, which would give them money, but have a minute to complain about me drinking water. They talked about it to each other and ended up kicking me out of the bar. The old white beard guy even said that I was harassing him, then purposely ignored me. Then, the other bartender came to us and threatened us with giving me specifically 3 munute to leave the bar without listening to the story from my side when i was not even done with drink that i ordered. They just believed story that the old white beard bartender said a d kicked me out for no further discussion. I had a great experience going to this bar and quite enjoyed their drink, and I know those bartenders since i got drinks from them so many times, but with their service today, i would never go there again. Their personality truly revealed in busy time. Hope you all read this ?. Thank you. There are a lot better bars in bellingham that still care about customers even when they are busy
All I have to say is Doug the door guy is legendary and none of you deserve
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So, I came in through the door and showed my ID politely to the bartender and asked for my drink. He then asked me if the bouncer checked my ID, and to not get the bouncer in trouble I said I'm not sure yeah I think so. He then said you're probably too drunk if you can't remember. I finally said no, he did not check my ID. I then apologize profusely even though I was absolutely not in the wrong. I had literally been outside smoking a cigarette and had locked eyes with the bouncer multiple times. He just let me walk in not a word. Then when I finally bought my drink, he took the entire bill I gave him and did not give me any change. This is theft. What a terrible experience. Probably time to fire your door guy. Do not go here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The best bar in Bellingham if you want cheap drinks and good atmosphere. Drinks here are half price as other bars down the street and that’s not even happy hours. Also, can’t go wrong with an illuminated Danny DeVito portrait and free popcorn!! It definitely gets crowded on weekend evenings because it’s so cozy but if you can get a table it’s easy to spend a couple hours here.Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs, chairs at the tables are movable. Have seen wheel chairs here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Popcorn