Dining

The historic district is known for fine dining. There are many choices in a very small area; that's part of the charm! Every restaurant in Fairhaven is locally owned, providing you with fine personal service.

Restaurant menus are now being posted as Adobe PDF files, making it easy for you to download and view or print them at your home computer. This helps you order food for take out or plan where to dine.


A.W. Asian Bistro

Sushi Bar & Asian Grill

1132 Finnegan Way
(360) 715-3028

Location: Corner of 12th & Mill
Hours: Mon- Thur, 11 am to 9:30 pm
Fri, 11 am to 10 pm
Sat, 11:30 am to 10 pm
Sun, 11:30 am to 9 pm
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.

Colophon Cafe

homemade soups, sandwiches & desserts

1208 11th St.
(360) 647-0092

Location: On the Village Green
Hours: Mon - Thur, 9 am to 8 p
Fri & Sat, 9 am to 10 pm
Sunday, 10 am to 8 pm

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. Award-winning soups. Wine and beer, espresso and ice cream. Enjoy the cow motif and brick and stone walls.

Dirty Dan Harris Restaurant

Steaks, Prime Rib & Seafood

1211 11th St.
(360) 676-1011

Location: Across from Village Books
Hours: Open for dinner at 5 pm every day.
Sun - Thur closing time 9 pm
Fri - Sat closing time 10 pm
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.

Dos Padres

Mexican

1111 Harris Ave.
(360) 733-9900

Hours: Sun - Thur, 11 am to 9 pm
Fri - Sat, 11 am to 9:30 pm
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.

Fairhaven Pizza Co.

The Passion of the Crust


1217 Harris Ave.
(360) 756-7561

Location: next to Trek Video
Hours: Tue - Sun, 2 pm to 9 pm
Fri & Sat, Open at 11:30 am for lunch
Closed Monday

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. Easy parking for picking up orders.

And - there are three stools at the front counter by the window with a view over the historic district to Bellingham Bay and the San Juan Islands. Outstanding view.

Menu - download an easy to print PDF file of the menu.

Flats Tapas Bar

Relaxed Dining in the Tapas Style

1307 11th St.
(360) 738-6001

Location: half a block from Harris Ave
Hours: 7 days a week, 11:30 am to 9ish

Flats offers exotic small plates that can be a snack, a lunch or a dinner. They are tasty small portions of European foods with an assortment of delicious ingredients, including seafoods and meats. All are created from scratch in their kitchen - as are all the deserts. You can choose from over 100 wines with a full range of prices and with special attention to Spanish wines. A different and delightful dining experience.

Magdalena’s Creperie



Greg & Magdalena



1200 10th # 103
(360) 483-8569

Location: Across from the Village Green
Hours: Tue - Sun, 7 am to 3 pm

Celebrate the taste of Old World Europe in Historic Fairhaven.

Mambo Italiano

1303 12th St.
(360) 734-7677

Hours: Sun - Thur, 11:30 am to 9:30 pm
Fri - Sat, 11:30 am to 10:30 pm

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

On Rice Thai Bistro

An Explosion of Flavor



1224 Harris Ave
(360) 676-9995 | Fax: 527-9742

Location: first floor of Fairhaven Square
Hours: Mon - Thur, 11 am to 9:30 pm
Friday, 11 am to 10 pm
Saturday, 12 noon to 10 pm
Sunday, 12 noon to 9:30 pm
Happy Hour Sun -Thur, 3 to 6 pm; Sat, 12 noon to 5pm

Skylark’s Hidden Cafe

on cobblestone walk

1308 11th St.
(360) 715-3642

Location: Enter on 11th street or use 'hidden' entrance on cobblestone walk
Hours: Mon - Fri, 8 am to midnight
Sat & Sun, 7 am to midnight

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

Woods Coffee

Take a walk through the Woods

470 Bayview Road
(360) 738-4771 | Fax: 738-4784

Location: In Boulevard Park
Hours: Mon - Fri, 6 am to 10 pm
Sat & Sun, 7 am to 10 pm

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.