Temple Bar – American
Temple Bar serves as an intimate, candlelit sanctuary where the air is perfumed with the rich scents of slow-braised Beef Peposo and earthy Cascadia mushroom polenta. Guests gather over artfully arranged cheese boards and warm, honey-drizzled stuffed dates, finding a refined yet cozy retreat perfect for lingering over shared plates and deep conversation. From the delicate crunch of caramelized pear crostini to the decadent richness of duck confit, every dish celebrates a sophisticated blend of rustic comfort and culinary artistry.
306 West Champion Street, Bellingham WA 98225 http://templebarbellingham.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, keto, low-carb, dairy-free, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, whole30, paleo, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, atkins, low-cholesterol, gerd, alkaline, volumetrics, aip, renal, tlc, macrobiotic, lectin-free, juice-cleanse, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the exceptionally fresh seafood and elegant presentation, frequently noting how the high-quality ingredients make for a satisfying lunch experience. Celebrated for its pleasant ambiance and attentive service, guests highlight the helpful staff who offer thoughtful menu recommendations that ensure a memorable visit. Reviewers consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and look forward to returning to sample more of the standout dishes.
Menu
Small Plates
- Caramelized Pear & Brie Crostini - $13: toasted Baguette, Saint Angel Brie, Caramelized Pears Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilled Artichoke Dip - $14: artichoke hearts, garlic, chives, lemon, olive oil, almond, served with chips (vegan) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Stuffed Dates - $13: goat cheese, prosciutto, balsamic reduction Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Brusselsprouts - $15: brusselsprouts, apple, dried cherries, smoked speck, shallots, blue cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Petit Cheese - $16: selection of two cheeses, accompaniments, fresh fruit, baguette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Petit Meat - $16: selection of two cured meats, baguette, pickled accompaniments Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 oz Cheese Board - $19: rotating selection of 3 cheeses served with baguette and accompaniments Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Large Plates
- Beef Peposo - $22: red wine braised beef with calabrian peppers and sweet onions served over creamy mascarpone polenta with braised greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cascadia Mushroom Polenta - $20: local cascadia mushrooms sautéed with garlic, shallots, herbs, and white wine, served over creamy mascarpone polenta, topped with pine nuts and herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Duck Confit - $23: sautéed greens with speck, fregola, humboldt fog, topped with a blueberry gastrique Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Everything Board - $30: selection of cheeses and cured meats plus accompaniments, served with baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- NW Smoked Salmon plate - $20: cream cheese, smoked salmon, pickled onion, cucumber, dill, soft-boiled egg, capers, radish, focaccia or baguette Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Caprese Sandwich - $18: pesto, garlic aioli, tomato, fresh mozzarella, arugula, on the baguette and served with chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jambon Beurre Sandwich - $19: thin sliced prosciutto, camargue butter, saint angel triple cream brie, dijon mustard, arugula, baguette, kettle chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Goddess Chop - $12: mixed greens, sweet peas, cured tomatoes, burrata, avocado, crispy smoked proscuitto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Caesar Salad - $10: kale, arugula, house made croutons, grana padano cheese Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Dessert
- Belgian chocolate truffle cake - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rotating creme brûlée - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Sides
- Olives or Pickles - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kettle Chips - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh baguette - $5: optional add-ons: chevre blanc, camargue butter, or laudemia olive oil and balsamic vinegar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm pistachios - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Laughter In The Dark - $13: bourbon, giffard blackberry liquor, honey, mint, fresh lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Frisco - $14: rye, benedictine, ginger, lemon, bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Citroen Vert - $13: tequila, muddles cucumber and jalapeño, fresh lime, dry curacao, salt rim Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb
- Temple Vesper - $15: gin, vodka, lillet blanc, castelvetrano olive, orange twist Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Boketto - $13: gin, lemon, apricot liquor, rosemary, black lemon bitters, soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Thai Tea White Russian - $12: thai tea, vodka, simple syrup, half and half Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC
- The Potager - $14: rye, cynar, lemon, sweet vermouth, rosemary Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Dark Parts - $14: mezcal, fresh grapefruit, Amaro Sfumato, Campari, Grenadine, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Cassandra's Rapture - $14: mezcal, genepy, lemon juice, aperol, firewater bitters (spicy) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Temple Espresso Martini - $15: espresso, coffee liquor, vodka, curacao, cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- East of Eden - $16: basil, coconut cream, white rum, sour mix, blended Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- The Better Man - $14: gin, lillet blanc, grapefruit, mint Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Medianoche - $12: mezcal, lavender, violette, lime, salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Kir Royale - $11: Creme de Cassis topped with prosecco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bitburger Pils - $8: 16.8 oz DE Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Doppio - $4
- Americano - $5
- Latte - $7
Happy Hour
- Bottle of wine and cheese board - $25: Available 4-6 pm Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Breakfast Radishes - $10: fresh baguette, Camargue butter, Maldon salt, Marcona almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basic Bebo - $10: gin, rosemary, lemon, orange, served up
- Spritz of your Choice - $10: choice of aperol, campari, lillet rouge, cynar amaro, averna amaro, or amaro nonino topped with prosecco
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