The Oyster Bar
Bellingham, Washington
About The Oyster Bar
The Oyster Bar showcases the bounty of Bellingham's waters with impeccably fresh seafood and artisanal preparations that celebrate the Pacific Northwest's culinary heritage in an elegant yet approachable setting.
Diner Reviews
Stunning view with excellent service makes it worth a drive. Of course, Chuckanut Drive itself is known for an excellent driving course offering majestic views of the ocean. It is a small restaurant with a romantic vibe. You don’t have to enjoy the raw oysters as there are plenty of dishes without them. The service is excellent. We ordered a special lingcod and house-smoked salmon sandwich. The lingcod was delicious with only light seasoning to bring out the freshness of the fish. The smoked salmon was too salty for me.
— Cal C
Husband and I went dinner here for our 23rd anniversary. We had an amazing and delightful experienced. The food was delicious. We had reservation. They sat us in the ground floor and only the two of us. It was very romantic.
— KuLiTz Ohana
The most beautiful restaurant close to our home! It is dining in a cozy old fashioned way with a heavenly view. We kept coming back and were always amazed by the place, the view, the atmosphere, the foods and the service. Even the simplest salad was made to its perfection! They have a great wine selection and oysters from the region!
— Wendy Wang
We came here especially for the oysters 🦪 and were not disappointed! Tried the day’s fresh selection: Totten Inlet, Swinomish Petites, Miyagi, Shigoku, Buckley Bay, and Kumamoto. 👉 Favorites: Swinomish Petites & Kumamoto – sweet, delicate, and beautifully balanced. 👉 The others leaned brinier with a stronger “taste of the sea,” perfect for those who enjoy bolder flavors. We also ordered the Butternut Squash & Chanterelles soup, which was silky and slightly sweet — the perfect balance to the oysters’ salinity. Paired with a glass of white wine and the ocean breeze, it was simply perfect. The restaurant itself is a classic Northwest lodge style: stone fireplace, floor-to-ceiling windows, and an outdoor terrace wrapped in greenery with sweeping cliffside ocean views. At sunset, it’s absolutely breathtaking 🌅. Sitting on the terrace, watching the sun paint the ocean gold while the salty sea breeze carried the aroma of oysters, I was suddenly reminded of a dinner once in Malibu, perched above the Pacific. It made me realize — what stays with you isn’t just a restaurant, but the rare feeling of stepping outside the everyday and sharing a meal with the sea and sky. From LA to WA, the sense of romance feels timeless. 💫
— Ella W
Exceptional experience! My sister had never had an oyster before, so what better place to pull over and try one? Cameron was amazing and guided her through her first TWO oysters. He was super kind and knowledgeable and made the entire experience that much better. He also suggested we try the smoked salmon napoleon appetizer and that, too, was incredible. The views are outstanding and the service was superb. Highly recommend!
— Jennifer Superka
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