Opened In 1886, The Horseshoe Cafe Is A Longtime Icon In Small Town Bellingham, Washington
By Sherri Adams|Published December 08, 2022
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Sherri Adams is a writer, photographer, and travel enthusiast from the Pacific Northwest. She has always been passionate about writing and the opportunities for connection through the written word. When she’s not writing, you can often find her at the seashore with her toes in the sand and her nose in a book.
The Horseshoe Café in Bellingham, Washington, has been a Holly Street staple since 1886. With a diverse and loyal community of supportive customers, who affectionately refer to it as the “Shoe”, the café has remained open for more than a century.
Locals know there’s no cooler vibe than that of The Horseshoe Café.
The original café opened as a 24-hour restaurant and cocktail lounge and became popular among people drawn to the area in search of jobs in the coal mining and logging industries. Today, the ‘Shoe closes for just a few hours late at night and opens early for breakfast, which is served all day.
The Horseshoe Café proudly serves local Moka Joe organic, fair-trade coffee. Whether you prefer plain coffee or a decadent seasonal latte, The ‘Shoe has you covered. Like your coffee boozy? Try a Cowboy Coffee with whiskey, Kahlua, and Baileys.
The folks at the Horseshoe Café know that breakfast tastes just as good late at night as it does in the morning. That’s why they serve breakfast all day. If you’re hungry for biscuits and gravy at midnight, or cinnamon French toast at noon, you’re in luck! Enjoy your favorite breakfast dishes whenever you want.
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You’ll have lots of burger choices, including vegetarian options.
Bring your appetite. The Horseshoe Café serves a wide selection of burgers, sandwiches, soups, and salads with hearty portions. If you’re in the mood for something spicy, try the Badland burger with grilled jalapenos, and sriracha.
With dessert options like homemade seasonal pie, marble cream cheese brownies, and churro waffles with ice cream, you’ll have a hard time choosing your favorite sweet treat. Why not order a few options and share?
Though you can order menu items for take-out or delivery, we suggest dining in. There’s nothing like sliding into a booth and feeling the rich history of this iconic cafe.
The next time you’re in Bellingham, be sure to stop by Washington’s oldest eatery, The Horseshoe Café. They’ve been serving up good, old-fashioned comfort food and friendly service for over 136 years! Come see what the locals already know. You won’t be disappointed.
Have you eaten at The Horseshoe Café? What’s your favorite menu item? We’d love to hear from you in the comments.
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