FOOD + DRINK BEST FISH & CHIPS
Nicki’s Bella Marina 2615 S. Harbor Loop Dr., Bellingham 360.322.2505, nickisbellamarina.com
As silver and gold winners for the past three years, Nicki’s clearly knows how to make a mean fish and chips. Each of their cooked-toorder fish and chips baskets comes with an all-you-can-eat supply of their famous steak fries. Order them once and you’re sure to come back. SILVER Fairhaven Fish & Chips Bellingham, 360.733.5021 BRONZE JoFish Seafood and Grill Lynden, 360.922.0187
BEST BAR & LOUNGE
B-Town Kitchen & Raw Bar 714 Lakeway Dr., Bellingham 360.392.6520, btownkitchen.com
For the second year in a row, you declared B-Town the best place to grab a drink and chill out. Come for their relaxed, upscale atmosphere, and stay for a stellar food and drink menu.
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SILVER Swim Club Wet Bar Bellingham, 360.393.3826 BRONZE Fireside Martini and Wine Bar Bellingham, 360.738.1000
BEST FRESH MEAT | SEAFOOD
BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT
Carne
Jalapeños
1205 Washington St., Bellingham 360.647.8686, carnebellingham.com
1007 Harris Ave., Bellingham, various locations 360.656.6600, jalapenos-wa.com
Carne is dedicated to offering the freshest selection of meat and seafood possible. This old-fashioned butchery serves up Northwest meats and sausages, all locally and sustainably sourced.
Based on authentic Mexican food, Jalapeños has been a Bellingham staple for years. Check out any of their three locations, or try their catering options for your next big get-together.
SILVER Addie’s Angus Ranch Mount Vernon, 360.399.9213 BRONZE Barlean’s Fishery, Inc. Ferndale, 360.384.0325
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SILVER El Ranchito Lynden, 360.354.8388 BRONZE El Gitano Burlington, 360.755.9010