The Shakedown

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  Came for karaoke, left early because of the lungfuls of cigarette smoke we were forced to breathe in. People shouldn't be clustered around the front door smoking, it's against the law and totally uncool. Going to bed with a headache and chest pains. I used to never be able to go out to bars until they passed the laws that protected us non-smokers, but tonight brought back painful memories. Sorry, we won't be back. Good cheesesteaks though!

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  Posted on 06.08.13 Jennifer G.

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  Great music venue and great food. The Shakedown recently revamped their menu. They narrowed their focus to Philly cheese steaks and falafel sandwiches. I can't speak for the cheese steaks because I don't eat beef, but the falafel is downright respectable. For $5-$7 bucks you get a pita stuffed full of fully seasoned falafel and a generous application of tahini and veggies. For $1.50 more, you'll be enjoying a huge side of steak fries. The falafel is filling enough, though, so the fries are an indulgence for only the hungriest among you. And you can get them on Sunday when it's happy hour all day. Can't wait for the patio to open so I can eat one outside.

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  Posted on 04.28.13 Shannon S.

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  Awesome bar in downtown Bellingham. Rad shows, good drinks (try the Arnold f'n Palmer), and all the rainier tall cans you can drink.

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  Posted on 01.08.13 Lukas P.

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  The Shakedown is the best bar in Bellingham. On any given night you can stop in and see fantastic live music- you'll find amazing local bands and national headliners gracing the stage. While having your mind blown by the awesome Rock and Roll (or Bluegrass, or Metal, or Hip Hop, etc.), make sure and stuff your face with the best fried food around- the tater tots are...impossibly delicious. I effing love the cider they have on tap, and at $4 a pop you can toss back a few well drinks without breaking the bank. 90's night is a super fun dance party, and Tom Waits Mondays are like medicine for the soul. My favorite day of all is the lovingly dubbed Bellingfamily Sunday. This place has done it right.

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  Posted on 08.16.12 mandy m.

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  Love this place! Music is always really good, decor is super swanky, and the Thursday night bartender is so so so hot! Don't know his name, but damn! :)

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  Posted on 08.16.11 Corrine J.

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