Poppes 360

Typically I wouldn't be recommending a hotel bar next to the freeway in the very town I live in, but Poppe's has done a few special things to deserve a 5 star rating.  Along with their very nice remodel of the outdoor seating area with firepits and heat lamps, they have added an open mic night that features popular local musicians.  A wide variety of sounds can be heard on otherwise uneventful Tuesdays.  I defnintely recommend taking a couple of friends to check it out.

We used to go here all the time in college. Happy hour was great. You could get a great deal on food and a martini. They give you the whole shaker too!

We had dinner there for the first time in awhile and I was disappointed. They no longer offer happy hour snacks! The menu has changed as well. Bummer :(

Regardless, the food IS good and the drinks are well priced. But I was hoping for more tonight and I just didn't get that.

I ordered the steak bites and Jake had a burger and fries. I had a glass of wine for $4 and Jake had a couple of beers for $7. Our bill was around $30.

I was surprised to realize that this is a hot spot in Bellingham.  On a Friday or Saturday night this place is jamming.  Why? I don't know why people are drinking at a hotel bar in a Fred Meyer parking lot, but they do.  

The food is great and drinks are great.  Go for happy hour and you won't feel too bad about the drink prices and food.  

The one thing I do love about this place is how they give you the drink and the remainder in the shaker...just like an old timey milkshake, but with alcohol.  YES!