Hot dogs so good we had to make it a stop on our wedding day!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Drew J (Gradyjelly)
Aye matey, ye be looking for a pint and a wiener? Look no further.
I fell in love with the cream cheese, BBQ sauce and grilled onion dog š„µ
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erin m
I haven't been here in a while, since they opened this location. The prices and food quality were great. Such a great snack after enjoying downtownsounds.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Raymond Robins
Owner and workers were awesome. Very attentive and a complete joy to be around.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ricardo
Food was fine, the server Kate was awful
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 1
Zeya187
š“āā ļø Zeya187ās Epic Raid on El Capitanās š“āā ļø
When the moon crests Bellingham Bay and the townsfolk drift to slumber, thatās when the true marauders prowl. And for nigh on 15 years, this hungry pirateās compass has pointed to one dock only ā El Capitanās.
Last night, me crew and I braved the brine and the bar brawls of Railroad Ave ā storming through the mist like specters hungry for plunder. Our bounty? Polish sausages fatter than a cutlass handle, pretzels bigger than a shipās wheel, cider cold as the North Sea, and local brew to drown a kraken.
I swear on the briny deep ā ye havenāt lived until ye stand in that nautical den, teeth sunk deep in a pepper-smoked sausage dripping with secret sauces and grilled onions sweeter than a sirenās song. Each bite hits like cannon fire ā smoky, rich, layered with that Capān Marc magic. This aināt no landlubber dog stand ā this is a vessel for flavor thatās braved two decades of storms and stayed afloat as the townās tastiest legend.
The pretzels? Golden and pillowy, salt crystals catching the lantern light like buried treasure. We tore āem apart like ravenous buccaneers ā dunkinā āem in cheese and mustard while laughing off the drizzlinā rain outside.
And oh, the cider and brew! A pint oā local grog in one hand, sausage in the other ā we toasted to old pirates, new legends, and the smell of the sea on our coats. Every sip soaked up the dayās toil and spat it back out with a grin.
El Capitanās aināt just food ā itās a damn adventure. The walls drip with maps, pirate lamps glow over stories traded by drifters, townies, and long-timers like me. Here, every biteās a memory forged in grease, beer foam, and community grit.
So hereās me truth: ye can keep yer chain dogs, yer stale dive bars ā El Capitanās is where the real sea dogs gather. Marc and crew run the galley like a well-oiled galleon, feeding souls and bellies alike.
Fifteen years strong and the legend grows. Iāll be back, Iāll always be back ā ācause when Zeya187 and crew sail in hungry, thereās no better harbor than this brine-soaked, bratwurst-sizzlinā, grog-pourinā pirate den.
š¦ 5/5 Skulls & Crossbones ā Raise yer pint, bite yer brat, and let the good times roll! See ye on the next raid, El Capitanās ā long may ye sail! āļø
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Drew Perkins
What an understated gem! Some of the best service I've had in a while. Staff was super friendly and accommodating, and our food was out in minutes. Great comfort food in just the right size portions, and the pulled pork was much higher quality than you'll get most anywhere else. Everything is very fairly priced. The vibes are great. I wish we'd had time to try more of the menu!
Really, I just want to shout out the staff again (the lunch crew on 7/12) - they were delightful and I hope the managers know it. I'll be back next time I'm in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kitty Phung
I didnāt come for the food, but I stopped by the side window and got the pineapple soft serve. It wasnāt heavy at almost like a sorbet.
It was so good, I went back twice! And it was only $4!
Sophia Dang
We got two of their specialty hot dogs and looooved them so much! Unfortunately I donāt remember the names. Very filling and well-cooked! The employees there were really nice and helped us figure out what to get for our first visit there.
It was a great spot to eat outdoors as the weather was perfect! Would love to come back and try more of their food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
mo scrogs
The live music got me in the door.. loved the chill local atmosphereā¦ I will return and recommend.
I went and got a classic hotdog and chili cheese fries, and the Captain of that ship runs a very tight and happy crew. Really enjoyed meeting the owner and hearing the story of local history and care!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Clementine Adams
The worker on staff was pushing stuff out by himself while slammed. I wasn't bothered by the wait, but wanted to see him get some more support.
Stellar work, chill atmosphere, good food. Would recommend to cool cats.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna
I finally visited El Capitan's after 25 years of living in Bellingham, and while there were definitely some highlights, a few key issues held the experience back.
First off ā the bratwurst? Utterly delicious. It hit the spot in the best way, and I found myself craving it again less than 24 hours later. Their prices are great, and the staff are genuinely friendly and personable, with quick turnaround times.
That said, there were a few misses that are hard to overlook. The cinnamon sugar pretzel was a huge disappointment ā incredibly tough to chew, barely sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, and nowhere near what you'd expect if you're used to Auntie Anneās-style pretzels. I could barely eat a quarter of it.
The condiment bar, while a nice idea, really needs attention. Several items looked, smelled, and tasted like they were either expired or improperly stored, which made me hesitant to use any of it.
Lastly, the water station was nearly empty ā even though I was the only customer in the restaurant besides a pending delivery order. It gave off the impression that things might be a little understaffed or just overlooked. Hard to tell if the host was also the cook.
Thereās potential here, and I'd go back for the bratwurst alone ā but some basic quality control and attention to detail would go a long way.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
john hathaway
The soft serve ice cream was a highlight of the visit and initially drew us into the space. We enjoyed the cozy atmosphere full of plants!
Sal Don
Hot dogs were delicious, I called the place because we just had one item that didnāt get placed on the big order . The owner/manager made it right for us and was very kind and sincere. Girlfriend and me will Be back for late night datesā¤ļø
Hot dogs so good we had to make it a stop on our wedding day!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aye matey, ye be looking for a pint and a wiener? Look no further.
I fell in love with the cream cheese, BBQ sauce and grilled onion dog š„µ
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I haven't been here in a while, since they opened this location. The prices and food quality were great. Such a great snack after enjoying downtownsounds.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Owner and workers were awesome. Very attentive and a complete joy to be around.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was fine, the server Kate was awful
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 1
š“āā ļø Zeya187ās Epic Raid on El Capitanās š“āā ļø
When the moon crests Bellingham Bay and the townsfolk drift to slumber, thatās when the true marauders prowl. And for nigh on 15 years, this hungry pirateās compass has pointed to one dock only ā El Capitanās.
Last night, me crew and I braved the brine and the bar brawls of Railroad Ave ā storming through the mist like specters hungry for plunder. Our bounty? Polish sausages fatter than a cutlass handle, pretzels bigger than a shipās wheel, cider cold as the North Sea, and local brew to drown a kraken.
I swear on the briny deep ā ye havenāt lived until ye stand in that nautical den, teeth sunk deep in a pepper-smoked sausage dripping with secret sauces and grilled onions sweeter than a sirenās song. Each bite hits like cannon fire ā smoky, rich, layered with that Capān Marc magic. This aināt no landlubber dog stand ā this is a vessel for flavor thatās braved two decades of storms and stayed afloat as the townās tastiest legend.
The pretzels? Golden and pillowy, salt crystals catching the lantern light like buried treasure. We tore āem apart like ravenous buccaneers ā dunkinā āem in cheese and mustard while laughing off the drizzlinā rain outside.
And oh, the cider and brew! A pint oā local grog in one hand, sausage in the other ā we toasted to old pirates, new legends, and the smell of the sea on our coats. Every sip soaked up the dayās toil and spat it back out with a grin.
El Capitanās aināt just food ā itās a damn adventure. The walls drip with maps, pirate lamps glow over stories traded by drifters, townies, and long-timers like me. Here, every biteās a memory forged in grease, beer foam, and community grit.
So hereās me truth: ye can keep yer chain dogs, yer stale dive bars ā El Capitanās is where the real sea dogs gather. Marc and crew run the galley like a well-oiled galleon, feeding souls and bellies alike.
Fifteen years strong and the legend grows. Iāll be back, Iāll always be back ā ācause when Zeya187 and crew sail in hungry, thereās no better harbor than this brine-soaked, bratwurst-sizzlinā, grog-pourinā pirate den.
š¦ 5/5 Skulls & Crossbones ā Raise yer pint, bite yer brat, and let the good times roll!
See ye on the next raid, El Capitanās ā long may ye sail! āļø
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What an understated gem! Some of the best service I've had in a while. Staff was super friendly and accommodating, and our food was out in minutes. Great comfort food in just the right size portions, and the pulled pork was much higher quality than you'll get most anywhere else. Everything is very fairly priced. The vibes are great. I wish we'd had time to try more of the menu!
Really, I just want to shout out the staff again (the lunch crew on 7/12) - they were delightful and I hope the managers know it. I'll be back next time I'm in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I didnāt come for the food, but I stopped by the side window and got the pineapple soft serve. It wasnāt heavy at almost like a sorbet.
It was so good, I went back twice! And it was only $4!
We got two of their specialty hot dogs and looooved them so much! Unfortunately I donāt remember the names. Very filling and well-cooked! The employees there were really nice and helped us figure out what to get for our first visit there.
It was a great spot to eat outdoors as the weather was perfect! Would love to come back and try more of their food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The live music got me in the door.. loved the chill local atmosphereā¦ I will return and recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I went and got a classic hotdog and chili cheese fries, and the Captain of that ship runs a very tight and happy crew. Really enjoyed meeting the owner and hearing the story of local history and care!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The worker on staff was pushing stuff out by himself while slammed. I wasn't bothered by the wait, but wanted to see him get some more support.
Stellar work, chill atmosphere, good food. Would recommend to cool cats.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I finally visited El Capitan's after 25 years of living in Bellingham, and while there were definitely some highlights, a few key issues held the experience back.
First off ā the bratwurst? Utterly delicious. It hit the spot in the best way, and I found myself craving it again less than 24 hours later. Their prices are great, and the staff are genuinely friendly and personable, with quick turnaround times.
That said, there were a few misses that are hard to overlook. The cinnamon sugar pretzel was a huge disappointment ā incredibly tough to chew, barely sprinkled with cinnamon sugar, and nowhere near what you'd expect if you're used to Auntie Anneās-style pretzels. I could barely eat a quarter of it.
The condiment bar, while a nice idea, really needs attention. Several items looked, smelled, and tasted like they were either expired or improperly stored, which made me hesitant to use any of it.
Lastly, the water station was nearly empty ā even though I was the only customer in the restaurant besides a pending delivery order. It gave off the impression that things might be a little understaffed or just overlooked. Hard to tell if the host was also the cook.
Thereās potential here, and I'd go back for the bratwurst alone ā but some basic quality control and attention to detail would go a long way.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
The soft serve ice cream was a highlight of the visit and initially drew us into the space. We enjoyed the cozy atmosphere full of plants!
Hot dogs were delicious, I called the place because we just had one item that didnāt get placed on the big order . The owner/manager made it right for us and was very kind and sincere. Girlfriend and me will
Be back for late night datesā¤ļø
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