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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.

Big Fat Fish Co.

urban eats

1304 12th
(360) 733-2284

Hours: Lunch 11:30 to 4 pm Daily
Dinner 4 to 9:30 pm Sunday ~ Thursday
Dinner 4 to 10:30 pm Friday & Saturday
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.

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

Steaks, Prime Rib & Seafood

1211 11th St.
(360) 676-1011

Location: Across from Village Books
Hours: Open for dinner at 5 pm every day
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: Mon - Thur, 11 am to 9 pm
Fri - Sat, 11 am to 10:30 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 Fish & Chips

Plus Soft Serve ice cream cones



1020 Harris Ave
(360) 733-5021

Location: In the red bus
Hours: Mon - Sat, 11 am to 7 pm
Sunday, 12 noon to 5 pm
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.

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.

Fairhaven Pub & Martini Bar

Live music

1114 Harris Ave.
(360) 671-6745

Hours: Open 4 pm to 1:30 am every evening
Happy Hour Mon - Fri 4 to 6 pm
Cover of $4 to $5 most nights
Sundays - Comedy at 9:30 pm
Monday - NFL Football at 6 pm
Open Mike at 9 pm, no c over

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

Flats Tapas Bar

1307 11th St.
(360) 738-6001

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.

Fools Onion Restaurant

Northwest Eclectic cuisine

1007 Harris Ave
(360) 647-2801 | Fax: 647-2804

Location: Next to Village Green
Hours: Open at 4:30 pm
Closed Tuesdays
Open till 10 pm; 11 on Fri & Sat
Estatic Hour 4:30 to 6 and 9 to close every day
Full service bar

Our newest restaurant with evening dining. Kristine and Lance have very strong resumes of restaurant experience and bring it all to us in Fairhaven. This is the location of the former Mannino's restaurant right next to the Village Green. They have two excellent chefs in Chad Clark and Chris Stift, whose names many local diners will recognize. The menu changes seasonally and the owners work closely with local suppliers. In summary, they foster a relaxed but elegant atmosphere.

Mambo Italiano

1303 12th St.
(360) 734-7677

Hours: Mon - Thur, 11:30 am to 9:30 pm
Fri - Sat, 11:30 am to 10:30 pm
Sunday, 12 noon to 10 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

1308B 11th St.
(360) 715-3642

Location: '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.

Stanello’s - now closed

Stan closed on June 5, 2008

1514 12th St.
(360) 676-1304

Location: Corner of 12th and Fairhaven Parkway
Hours: Dining Room:
Mon - Thur, 4 pm to 9:30 pm
Friday, 4 pm to 10 pm
Sat, Noon to 10 pm
Sun, Noon to 9:30 pm

Sports Lounge:
Mon - Fri, 4 pm to 10:30 pm
Sat, 11:30 am to 10:30 pm
Sun, 11:30 am to 9:30 pm

Menu - on Stan's website

One of Fairhaven's favorite restaurants. The sports bar is rated one of the very best in Bellingham. Their pizzas are also consistently rated the best. Check out the web site for everything you need to know.