Guidebook for Bellingham
Everything Else
Rocket Donuts & Acme Ice Cream - Downtown
306 W Holly StEpic Bellingham Donuts!!
Johnny's Donuts
2201 Cornwall AveSuperb donuts!! Like donuts used to be - the real deal.
Bellingham Public Library - Central Branch
210 Central AveWho doesn't love a public library??
Dupont Cleaners
901 Dupont StDry cleaners just down the street. Owned by the nicest, friendliest couple.
Knock your socks off, locally homemade ice cream. Old favorites and incredible new flavors, too!
52 locals recommend
Mallard Ice Cream
1323 Railroad AveKnock your socks off, locally homemade ice cream. Old favorites and incredible new flavors, too!
Food Scene
Bagelry
1319 Railroad AveThe best bagels around!!
Lettered Streets Coffeehouse
1001 Dupont StThey roast their own coffee!!! Awesome!
Diamond Jim's Grill
2400 Meridian StBeloved, local diner/cafe.
Old Town Cafe
316 W Holly StDelish, healthy breakfast and lunch. Prepare for a line!
As seen on Seattle TV, this place has the best breakfasts and lunches in town. There is a line out the door every day! Well worth the wait. No more than four to a table.
41 locals recommend
Homeskillet
521 Kentucky StAs seen on Seattle TV, this place has the best breakfasts and lunches in town. There is a line out the door every day! Well worth the wait. No more than four to a table.
Taco Lobo
117 W Magnolia StBest Mexican Restaurant in Whatcom County. Hands down.
Fountain Bistro
1910 BroadwayBeautiful restaurant. Soon to reopen. Bar, outdoor patio, full restaurant.
Wanida Thai Cuisine
1213 Dupont StAmazing Thai food, just a block away!
Cascade Pizza
2431 Meridian StGood, old fashioned family restaurant.
Black Drop
206 W Magnolia StExcellent downtown coffee shop.
The Copper Hog Gastropub
1327 N State StVery good food. Great gluten free options.
Casa Que Pasa
1415 Railroad AveHome of the famous Potato Burrito. Yum!
Fantastic Waterfront Restaurant. Great bar. Beautiful setting on the Marina.
35 locals recommend
Anthony's Hearthfire Grill, Bellingham
7 Bellwether WayFantastic Waterfront Restaurant. Great bar. Beautiful setting on the Marina.
Best Italian in town. Right on the waterfront. Lovely setting.
12 locals recommend
Giuseppe's Al Porto Ristorante Italiano
21 Bellwether WayBest Italian in town. Right on the waterfront. Lovely setting.
Excellent Pacific Northwest menu with something for everyone. Right on the water.
17 locals recommend
Anthony's at Squalicum Harbor
25 Bellwether WayExcellent Pacific Northwest menu with something for everyone. Right on the water.
Jalapeños Downtown
501 W Holly StGood, family friendly Mexican restaurant.
Essentials
Community Food Co-op Downtown
1220 N Forest StFabulous Healthy Food options
Drinks & Nightlife
Family friendly neighborhood gathering place with beer on tap and a huge collection of bottles and cans
39 locals recommend
Elizabeth Station
1400 W Holly StFamily friendly neighborhood gathering place with beer on tap and a huge collection of bottles and cans
Arts & Culture
Iconic Bellingham theater. Beautiful. Incredible line up every year.
73 locals recommend
Mount Baker Theatre
104 N Commercial StIconic Bellingham theater. Beautiful. Incredible line up every year.
SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention
1312 Bay StAward winning Museum. Well worth a visit.
Great local improv theater started by Ryan Stiles. He makes frequent guest appearances!
24 locals recommend
The Upfront Theatre
203 Prospect StGreat local improv theater started by Ryan Stiles. He makes frequent guest appearances!
Pickford Film Center
1318 Bay StGreat local theater showing festival films and more.
Shopping
A New Leaf Flower Shoppe
1327 Cornwall AveLovely selection of flowers and potted plants.
Greenhouse
1235 Cornwall AveFantastic collection of home goods including kitchen, seasonal and furniture. Gifts, too!
Gary's Men's & Women's Wear
128 W Holly StSimply beautiful clothing for both men and women.