Location: Across from Skylark's

Fairhaven's newest coffee cafe - the Rustic is open the earliest of any starting at 6 am weekdays. They also have an expanding selection of breakfast eats and snacks for during the day. Free Wi-Fi for all with laptop computers. Outside tables as well as inside - and a comfy firelplace for our winters. Just opened in June. Check it out for some very nice touches.

Location: Corner of 12th & Mill
Hours: Happy Hour, Sun - Thur, 3 to 5 pm

Call in To Go orders are welcome
Catering w/24 hr notice

Classic stir fries, a long list of appetizers, maki and nigire sushi, full sushi dinners, plus well thought out entrees all make this a fine dining place. Dishes feature Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, Hawaiian, Thai and even a little Mongolian heritages. Asian beers, wines, sake and of course nicely served teas. Convenient counter bar for quick or single dining, plus comfortable tables along windows looking out on Fairhaven. Families welcome. Of course no MSG is in the cooking.

Hours: Last Seating at 4:30

Quality tea served on fine china. Plus soups, sandwiches, salads, savories, and assorted sweets. A relaxed place for a delicious lunch or to quietly enjoy tea.

Location: Below Renaissance Celebration

Location: In the new Fairhaven Gardens bldg

The most intimate of our three Bellingham bakery/cafés, Avenue Bread in Fairhaven truly is a neighborhood meeting place. Serving our famous pastries, gourmet made-to-order sandwiches, and of course, artisan bread, there's something for everyone. Outside seating is available (make your own decisions on weather!), and you can even order online for quick and easy pickup! 360-715-DELI (option 2) express.avenuebread.com (select Fairhaven)

Hours: Sunday Brunch, 10 am to 3 pm

Delve into fresh Pacific seafood with attitude impeccably prepared by our contingent of culinary renegades. Led by Executive Chef Craig Kline, the team boldy creates stylistic sushi, fantastic fishfare and myriad offerings to astound the most discerning individual. Bustling servers graciously define an evening out.

Location: 3rd floor of Sycamore Square

Location: Mezzanine of Village Books

Book Fare Cafe's menu is based on seasonal and regionally appropriate ingredients. The cafe features light fare such as panini sandwiches, soups, salads, artisanal scratch-baked goods, gluten-free treats, wine, beer, coffee, tea, and a full line of espresso drinks.The café sources from many local businesses including Moka Joe coffee, teas from Flying Bird Botanicals, Boundary Bay brews, Desire Fish Company sockeye, Fresh Breeze organic dairy, as well as fruits and veggies from many local farmers. Claassen is committed to supporting the local economy while providing customers with high-quality, delicious menu items. Book Fare Café is a member of Sustainable Connections as well.

The cafe hosts live music regularly, featuring local musicians such as Bob’s Your Uncle, Cabin Fever NW, and other singer-songwriters. Every third Thursday of each month from 5-7pm, the café hosts musicians whose CDs are available for sale at Village Books. Monthly gallery art installations are exhibited in the café as well, and many pieces are available for sale. Artist receptions take place the first Saturday of each month from 6-8pm.  

"I don’t think very many people realize that Book Fare Café is hidden on the third level of Village Books,” said chef-owner Charles Claassen. “The book store is a favorite hang out for so many people, and I want to extend a welcome and invite them to have a delicious, locally-sourced meal while they are here."

After a lengthy old-world apprenticeship, Charles spent nearly twenty years leading professional kitchens before taking proprietorship of Book Fare.  Previous to a short stint operating Sprout Catering, Charles was the chef/foodservice manager at North Cascades Institute‘s Environmental Learning Center.  Charles continues to educate about the power of food choice through the Book Fare Café, supporting local farmers, fishers, and food artisans while creating iconic Northwest light fare with a European bent.

Location: On the Village Green
Hours: Happy Hour Daily! From 3-6 pm. $3 pints, house glasses of wine! Happy Hour menu with $3 salads, soup, nachos, artichoke dip and more!

Indoor, sidewalk and parkside seating available on two levels of this Fairhaven institution legendary for its food and as a people-watching spot since 1985. Famous for huge sandwiches and homebaked desserts, quiche, and pot pies and award-winning soups. We have vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available daily. Delicious wine list and 6 rotating taps of craft brewed beer, Cafe Umbria espresso and ice cream. Enjoy the old historical building and brick and stone walls. We welcome well behaved dogs outside on our seasonal patio!

Create one-of-a-kind pieces of pottery for yourself or to give as personalized gifts. Select a piece of pottery, choose your colors and paint your design. There are hundreds of pieces to choose from and stencils, stamps, sponges, and idea books to inspire you. The shop fires them to a beautiful finish and you pick them up a few days later. All ages are welcome.

In addition to painting your own pottery you can also design your own fused glass.

Location: In the Village Inn

Location: Across from Village Books
Hours: Happy Hour 5 to 6:30pm in the lounge.

Welcome to Bellingham's Legendary Independent Steak and Seafood house. Aged Meats, Fresh Pacific seafood and specialty fare. An Award winning wine list and Premium Spirits. Dine in an historic building with an appealing atmosphere of rich wood, vintage brick and polished brass. Our professional service is as warm as the cozy interior. Private dining and catering service available.

Hours: Cantina, 11 am to midnight

Since Bill Martinez opened it 30 years ago, a Fairhaven favorite for lunch or dinner. Quiet and authentic ambience. Perfect for family dining. Has a great little hidden cantina.

Location: In the red bus
Hours: Orders to Go

New: 24 and more flavors of Soft Serve ice cream cones, milkshakes and floats

Halibut, Salmon, Cod or chicken with chips and cole slaw. Lunch and dinner. Outdoor seating and indoor in the little gazebo. Great clam chowder and Italian sodas. Vicki provides one of the very tasty eating experiences that Fairhaven is so well known for. Great value.

Location: across the street from Skylark's
Hours: Monday Night Football - open till game is over
Closed Tuesdays

Take Out or Dine In or Take & Bake. Build your own combos from a huge selection of toppings, from anchovies to crunchy pepperoni to pinenuts to zuchinni. Thin crust whole wheat blend. Veggie pizzas. Beer, wine and sodas. Gluten free crusts are available.

You can click on the thumb nails of the menus  - and they will expand enough to read.

Or - you can click to quickly download an easy to read and Front page of menu and back page of menu - for use at home.  

Hours: Happy Hour Mon - Fri 4 to 7 pm
Dinnere specials till 8 pm
Cover $4 to $5 most nights
Mon - open mic
Tue - Karaoke

Live music & spirits in Old Fairhaven. Music most nights of the week. This place hops.

Location: In the Alaska Ferry Terminal

Serving very well prepared breakfasts and lunches every day of the week, this restaurant is run by four ladies who have years of restaurant cooking experience and even a couple culinary degrees. Nikki, who is co-owner and head chef, offers a wide choice foods and dishes. Breakfast includes choices of rolls, eggs and bacon, buttermilk pancakes and even crepes - traditional French crepes. Lunch brings comfort foods like hamburgers, chowders, deli sandwiches plus salads and cold or grilled paninis. Free Wi-Fi in the dining area. Sorellas is Italian for sisters.

The also do catering under the name Naturally Decadent Affairs. Contact Tera or Nikki or check their website.

Location: at the Chrysalis Inn

Location: Corner of Harris and 11th

Location: Center of the historic district

Greg & Magdalena

Location: Across from the Village Green
Hours: New Year's Eve - 8:00am to 3:00pm
New Year's Day - closed

Celebrate the taste of Old World Europe in Historic Fairhaven.

Magdalena's is a romantic European-style Cafe and Creperie, serving amazing sweet and savory crepes, handmade pierogis, fresh Polish soups, delicious desserts and Stumptown Coffee.

Great Italian cuisine and fantastic service. Has outdoor seating on the sidewalk for lunch and evening meals.

Location: Next to Trek Video

Location: first floor of Fairhaven Square
Hours: Happy Hour Sun -Thur, 3 to 6 pm; Sat, 12 noon to 5pm

Location: Across Harris from Tony's
Hours: SUNDAY................CLOSED

CLOSED on the following HOLIDAYS:
(New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving Eve @ 5pm, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve @ 5pm and Christmas Day.

AFTER HOURS:
Special Hours can be arranged for private functions (e.g., Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Awards,or your own Private Shopping Party. etc.)
Call Papa to arrange.

Mouth Watering Candies from around the Globe with a huge selection of Genuine Jelly Belly Jelly Beans and Gifts...

Decadent high-end Chocolates made with ingredients fit for Kings and Queens featuring Award Winning Chocolate made fresh locally by Chocolate Necessities...

Largest selection of International Licorice in the area

Open music forum.  Do you play or sing?  Stop by anytime unannounced and play or join other musicians.

PAPA'S COFFEES:
Coffee for the most discerning customer. Always Freshly Roasted. Enjoy a cup or take home a pound or two to grind, or grind on-site to your satisfaction...

Specialty Milkshakes, Sundaes, Ice Cream Desserts and Cones..Have you ever tasted a Balsamic White Chocolate Raspberry Milkshake

And of course, an assortment of unique gifts not easily found in Washington...

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Location: inside Yorky's Market

Fine Food on the Go! Pizza and other Italian dishes. Located in Yorky's quick service station.

Location: on Harris below 10th

Location: Enter on 11th street or use 'hidden' entrance on cobblestone walk

Open for breakfast with all the classic choices. Great sandwiches for lunch. And truly a hideaway place for a nice dinner. Always super service.

Location: Next to Haggen Fairhaven Market

Win's is Fairhaven's oldest eatery, serving burgers, fish & chips, fries and shakes since 1964. Way better than the national chains. Plus they sell all Lotto tickets.

Location: In Boulevard Park

A short enjoyable walk from the historic district. From the Village Green, go north on the South Bay Trail, over the Taylor Dock and to Boulevard Park - just a touch over a half mile walk. We like to think it is the north edge of Fairhaven. They have outside tables and very comfy chairs by a fireplace inside. They also have the Kiln Room to rent for group meetings of up to about 12. See their website for rates.

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