Bellingham Bar and Grill

The bartenders and bouncers and I think the owner not only told me my service dog couldn't come in, but told me that "a woman like me" (disabled) "shouldn't be here." It was disgusting discrimination, and the cop I talked to said it's happened before here.

They have a good amount of pool tables, which makes me happy (and is one of the first things I notice about a bar, especially in Bellingham).  The drinks are good, the staff are friendly enough, and they do progressive wells sometime in the week (if my memory holds true?).  Karaoke is fun enough, but if it's karaoke you want, I'd suggest Rumors instead.  Bellingham Bar and Grill (or Downtown Johnnys, as it will always be to me) is more of a pool hall bar, and I love it!

Looks and sounds like a pool hall dive -- which it becomes after about 8:30 every night -- but don't be misled:  The food here is downright EXCELLENT and dinner here is very pleasant before the night crowd arrives.  The hamburgers are tops in Bellingham.  They are so big (huge) that I always end up having to use a knife and fork.  They come with the very best, juicy meat and a wide variety of toppings.  The fries are also the best in town.  Want a more traditional dinner?  The steaks are also excellent, as are the fish plates, and the chowder is heavenly.  We hear that the desserts are also very good, but we never get that far!  Service is always super friendly and attentive, but can get a bit backed up on very busy evenings.  Also, not to be overlooked is the full bar, with a good selection of drafts and wines, and barkeeps who do an excellent job.  Prices are quite reasonable -- and even better if you use the coupon that appears most weeks on the back page of the Wednesday Bellingham Herald.  BB&G is one of our very favorite places to eat... we have been there dozens of times and it never fails to please!