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Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro is a unique fusion of a brewery and bistro, offering the best of both worlds under one roof. As a brewpub, we take pride in serving a wide range of handcrafted beers brewed on-site, perfectly paired with our delicious menu options. Our catering services ensure that our mouth-watering dishes and refreshing drinks reach your doorstep or event venue, making us a trusted food and drink supplier in Bellingham. Located at 1107 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225, we invite you to come and experience the perfect blend of flavors and fun. Whether you're in the mood for a casual dinner or a lively gathering, our restaurant is the ideal spot to relax and unwind.

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Regina Phalange
Regina Phalange -Local Guide
2 months ago
We visited 15 breweries on our Beercation. My mom who's a solid Miller Lite drinker said after her second sip of Boundary Lager, "this is my favorite beer". Then she had her Banh Mi Bowl... "this is the best food." She liked it...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Denise
Denise -Local Guide
a year ago
Boundary Bay is one of our favorite places to visit, we've been coming here since shortly after they opened in 1995. Everything on the menu is good! Favorites are the fish (cod) tacos, pesto salmon sandwich, the salmon chowder, and the Reuben. Of course there's...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Mark Turnbull
Mark Turnbull -Local Guide
2 months ago
I’ll start with the positive, the keg burger was fantastic and a top tier burger. It was the right amount of heat and toppings. We did have to wait 10 minutes to sit inside, although there seemed to be tables on the patio we could...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Deborah Kilmer
Deborah Kilmer -Local Guide
3 years ago
Can’t say enough, when the beer is amazing and the food is at that same level or even better... you found a winner!Staff was amazing!! Warmest and most open outdoor seating I’ve experienced!The house smoked salmon chowder... ridiculous! Grill Cod tacos... so good! Beef stew...Read More
Heather B.
Heather B. -Local Guide
a year ago
Delicious food and charming atmosphere. Impeccable service. I started off with the Mango Berry Blast Juicy Sour and my husband had the Ice Ice Baby Cold IPA. I had the Mama Js BBQ Pork sandwich with a side Harvest Salad. Both were absolutely delicious. My...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Linsey Schafer
Linsey Schafer -Local Guide
3 years ago
We stumbled across this gem after a morning of hiking and it was the perfect choice for a lovely afternoon meal and beverages. Enjoy time on their downtown patio while you chow down on some truly delicious grub. I had the fish tacos (GF!) and...Read More
Dale Serbousek
Dale Serbousek -Local Guide
a year ago
Boundary Bay brewery is a Bellingham‘s oldest brewery, starting in 1995. They are located in a historic building right across from the Bellingham farmers market. They have a wonderful atmosphere both inside and out. They have an area called Bellingham‘s backyard, which hosts great summer...Read More
Simon Lo Pinto
Simon Lo Pinto -Local Guide
3 months ago
I had salad and soup. My son had the burger and wifey had quesadillas I believe. They were all fantastic! I was shocked at how good the clam chowder soup was. BBB will be seeing us soon when we’re back in lovely Bellingham. A must...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Vern Western
Vern Western -Local Guide
9 months ago
Great beer selection, excellent service, friendly atmosphere. The food is a cut above the average pub fare. I had the salmon chowder and the pesto salmon sandwich with roasted potatoes. Delicious! Anikah served me at the bar. She was there when needed, and never intrusive....Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Arash Vajdi
Arash Vajdi -Local Guide
a year ago
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Robert Mador
Robert Mador -Local Guide
3 months ago
I was in Bellingham for business, on a Sunday, and stopped by Boundary Bay, on a recommendation, to get something to eat before heading home.Parking was a little challenging due to my pickup. Luckily there were multiple options because I was visiting on Sunday afternoon.After...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Kiana Gerhart
Kiana Gerhart -Local Guide
a year ago
My sandwich, the rueben, was mediocre. A bit bland meat, with bland cheese, on okay bread. You can't really go wrong with roasted potatoes.The salmon chowder was amazing though. Lots of salmon, and other veggies. Would come back only for the chowder.The workers were nice.Parking:...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Jd Carr
Jd Carr -Local Guide
a year ago
I was referred here by someone in my hotel. I asked where I could get good chowder, and they told me if you are looking for something different you should try the smoked salmon chowder there. I’m so glad I did. It was great and...Read More
Adventures By Alan
Adventures By Alan -Local Guide
3 years ago
Great venue, meals & drinks reasonably priced, the server in the orange top in the picture was incredibly friendly and gave good recommendation for dessert.If your on a diet don't come here.If you enjoy good food, good drink, and good people, then do
Casey Scalf
Casey Scalf -Local Guide
6 years ago
This place has one of the absolute best beer gardens in town!Right now, June 2018, it is in full bloom and looks glorious as the sun sets through the perfect opening in the lower wall.Of course this is a foundational stone in the Bellingham brewing...Read More
Ruthie Elizabeth
Ruthie Elizabeth -Local Guide
2 years ago
BBB is an institution and if for no other reason than they have been making solid craft beer since like the dawn of time you should definitely check it out.food: salmon chowder and it was (as always) good.beer: had the NZ lager and it was...Read More
Jessica G
Jessica G -Local Guide
a year ago
A great spot to take your parents when they are visiting in town. A menu that offers many classic American restaurant fare options. Includes a nice list of cocktails and the beers of boundary of course. They have included a gluten free and non alcoholic...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Mike Edel
Mike Edel -Local Guide
2 years ago
Boundary Bay is a Bellingham staple. The food is always very good. The harvest salad is great as are the yam enchiladas and the beef stew.The wait times hinder me from going here however. Last time I was told a 30 min wait while I...Read More
Mark Rothenberg
Mark Rothenberg -Local Guide
3 years ago
I'm sure due to COVID there is limited staff but it was rough watching one waiter handle 10 tables. I wouldn't say service was slow but more drinks had to be asked for several times. I felt bad for her and gave her a...Read More
Julie Grandbois
Julie Grandbois -Local Guide
7 years ago
Lovely atmosphere! I love coming here over and over again. Food is great, drinks are delicious, and friendly waiters. This is my go to spot when I’m passing through Bellingham.I had the cheese pretzel and the macaroni and cheese. So delicious!
Craig Swanson
Craig Swanson -Local Guide
5 years ago
Been wanting to come here for years, was in Bellingham on a day trip and had to stop by. As expected, Amazing beer! The place is rather big with lots of great decor. Had the grilled fish tacos and my brother had the French dip,...Read More
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E -Local Guide
a year ago
Waited 15 minutes to be seated, place was packed when we arrived. Food was okay, just a bit disappointed the the food we wanted to order is no longer on the menu. We ordered a bowl of smoked salmon chowder, chips and salsa, and a...Read More
stephaine smith
stephaine smith
a month ago
I decided to come to boundary bay brewery after having, a conversion with their distributors. I work for a tap room that buys from the brewery.What a beautiful and relaxing atmosphere. I am sad to this this will be closing. I always enjoy the beer...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Lewis Williams
Lewis Williams -Local Guide
5 months ago
The beer was great! Awesome beer.The pretzel was good!Steak was good.Salmon sandwich was alright.The fish tacos were adequate. Bland but a lot of spice! The side of rice and beans was also adequate. I feel like the location and atmosphere were awesome under a canopy...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Customer Service
Customer Service
4 months ago
I attended a private event at this venue over the past weekend, utilizing their event space. Unfortunately, I noticed that the restroom had a strong, unpleasant odor even prior to the commencement of the function. The cleanliness was subpar, and when I raised this issue...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5
Cristina Roock
Cristina Roock
a month ago
We recently used Boundary Bay for catering at our wedding and are so happy we did!! All our guests raved about our appetizers and dinner entrees. For appetizers we had a savory dip spread and dates. Next up was salmon, marsala chicken and a vegan...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
T. S. Colman
T. S. Colman
4 months ago
We had fun stopping in Boundary Bay for lunch by accident. Big airy space with some beautiful boats hanging from the ceiling, including one of my favorite Old Town wooden canoe.We ordered a couple of their beers. My amber was good, the small...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Sarah P
Sarah P
4 months ago
We have been here several times and this was the first time we were treated rudely by staff. It was not what this hostess said but it was her attitude, tone of voice and her lack or customer service skills. We felt like we were...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Taryn Adams
Taryn Adams -Local Guide
3 months ago
Great Mac and cheese and I'm an expert! Also the German style pretzel is from Ralf's across the street and very legit. Took off one point because all the "add ons" are really expensive. If you want sour cream, guac, and meat on the nachos...Read More
Lara-Ashley Monroe
Lara-Ashley Monroe -Local Guide
5 months ago
Nahhhhhh. I get it. Small town. One place to go. But do better. There was a forty five minute wait for a table for two. Yet we counted over twenty open tables.The beer garden was just chaos.Limited vegetarian options and too expensive.Just not worth...Read More
Food: 2/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 2/5

Features

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Highlights

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Accessibility

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Atmosphere

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Crowd

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Planning

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Children

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Parking

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