Bellingham Restaurants
Make a free reservation
Book for breakfast today in Seattle / Eastern Washington
Award winning restaurants in Seattle / Eastern Washington
Check out diners' favorite restaurants in Bellingham
Updated on
Diners’ Choice Awards are based on where your fellow diners book, dine, and review. Only verified diners get to review restaurants on OpenTable, so our data doesn’t lie.
Outdoor dining in Seattle / Eastern Washington
See what locals rave about in Bellingham
- DDavidvipPortland / Oregon •6 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoDinner on the deck overlooking Bellingham Bay on a warm evening. Beautiful view, excellent service and delicious food. Our first visit and we will be back!More infoLighthouse Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Bellingham•4.8
- DdavidPortland / Oregon •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoloved everything about this restaurant . the food was outstanding and the service was great.More infoCarnalPrice: Moderate• American• Bellingham•4.7
- GAGregAVancouver / British Columbia •5 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoIt’s been a near 5 years since last here pre-Covid and one of our favourite places. Nothings changed. We still love it. Food great as is service and ambiance. How can you beat dining by the water and harbour. I recommend without any reservations. I had the $33 3 course dinner and what a great value.More infoAnthony's - Squalicum Harbor BellinghamPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Bellingham•4.6
- CChrisSeattle / Eastern Washington •6 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoHad drinks and then dinner with the family there on a Saturday night. Team behind bar and serving were kind and professional, really appreciated them for the service. Food was plentiful and tasty, would certainly go back again!More infoThe Admiralty LoungePrice: Moderate• American• Bellingham•4.5
- AAscherSeattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews5.0Dined on May 12, 2024Absolutely lovely Mother's day brunch! My family loved everything!More infoAmendment 21 @ Hotel LeoPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Bellingham•4
Trending dishes in Bellingham
Restaurant experiences trending in Seattle / Eastern Washington
Get inspired by our collections of the top restaurants in Bellingham
12 top date night restaurants in Seattle
Seattle’s romantic restaurants show that with market-fresh plates, Northwestern wines, and some mood lighting, sparks can fly in the Emerald City. Set the stage for a monumental moment with exquisite seafood at a kaiseki spot in Belltown. In Pike/Pine, whisk a date away on a whirlwind trip to not-quite Greece. Or share a plate of hand-cut noodles to celebrate a special occasion at an acclaimed Piedmont trattoria. Even though most people in town consider fancy flannel dressing up, these places serve you a splash of something sexier. Read on for a guide to Seattle’s 12 most romantic restaurants to book now.
5 Must-Book Restaurants in Seattle
Despite economic challenges, restaurant openings currently outpace closures in the Seattle area. The exciting new crop mirrors the Emerald City’s own diversity, and includes a swanky, American brasserie at the city’s revamped Fairmont Olympic Hotel, a Moroccan restaurant in the heart of Pike Place Market, and a family-run Vietnamese joint in Haller Lake. Here are five hot spots to book in Seattle right now.
The Best Places to Grab a Drink in Seattle
Like the dazzling Emerald City itself, Seattle’s bar scene is a lot of things at once: it is a craft beer haven, teems with celebrated grunge dives, and boasts wine lists featuring the best of Washington’s locally produced bottles. No matter your drink of choice, there is a speakeasy, wine bar, or brewery for whatever strikes your fancy. Find your next drink at one of these innovative bars focused on craft, quality, and, of course, good times.
The Top 9 Seattle Restaurants for Outdoor Dining
For much of the year, Seattle is gray, a bit cold—and yes, rainy. But from May to September, sunshine and warm temps transform the city. Across Seattle, there are many perfect patios for sipping cocktails, lakeside venues with skyline views and fresh seafood, and cozy backyards to enjoy al fresco dining. So while the sunshine doesn’t last long in the Emerald City, as summer inches closer, here are a few of the best places in the city to visit for excellent food and drinks outside.
The 10 Greatest Restaurants in Seattle
There’s great seafood to be consumed in Seattle, but it’s only the beginning of what the Emerald City has to offer. Boasting one of the country’s most creative and diverse dining scenes, Seattle is dedicated to sourcing locally—from land to sea. Storied restaurants, from Canlis, the pinnacle of Pacific Northwestern fine-dining, to chic modern hangouts like the Walrus and the Carpenter, prove Seattle’s range and prowess. And even as the city’s changed over the last decade, growing and evolving under a massive tech boom, its soul remains as vibrant and bold as ever.
The Top Restaurants by Cuisine in Seattle
Whether it’s a margherita pizza or sashimi you seek, here are the best places by cuisine type, according to our tastemakers.
Discover Bellingham
Bellingham certainly has a healthy appetite for cuisine and culture. Italian wood-fired pizzas and vintage wines are just as prevalent as American comfort skillets done vegetarian style, and there's no shortage of places where you can fill up on savory and dessert pies. When planning outings, you can take your pick of eating with an unimpeded view of the bay or stick to landlocked spots that offer everything from native-style Japanese and Thai experiences to American drive-ins complete with carhop service. Catering to college students, lifetime locals, and a vibrant, international community, the food here reflects a combination of authentic international tastes, healthy recipes, and a celebration of local foods.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Bellingham is Amendment 21 @ Hotel Leo
The best vegetarian restaurants in Bellingham are Anthony's - Squalicum Harbor Bellingham, Carnal and Lombardi's - Bellingham
The restaurants with the best service in Bellingham are Amendment 21 @ Hotel Leo, Estelle and Anthony's Hearthfire Grill - Bellingham
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Bellingham are Amendment 21 @ Hotel Leo, Lighthouse Bar & Grill and Anthony's Hearthfire Grill - Bellingham
Explore OpenTable
- Mount Baker Theatre
- Squalicum Mall
- Lake Padden Golf Course
- Gamwell House
- Oxford Suites Bellingham
- Reil Harbor
- Western Washington University
- Vartanyan Estate Winery
- Bellingham Amtrak Station
- Fairhaven Park
- Joe Martin Stadium
- Geri Fields
- Saint Clair Park
- Aquatic Center Downer Ball Fields
- Mindport
- Port of Bellingham Marine Park
- Lake Padden Golf Course
- Broadway Park
- Downer Field
- East Lake Padden Park