The entrance to the future Texas Roadhouse is pictured on Aug. 28, 2024 in Bellingham, Wash. Doors are set to open Oct. 7, 2024. // Photo by Madi Tessem ...

The future Texas Roadhouse building is pictured on Aug. 28, 2024 in Bellingham, Wash. The building is right off Meridian next to a Starbucks. // Photo by Madi Tessem ...

One of the more aesthetically pleasing desire paths at WWU is found at the top of the 12G parking lot near Fairhaven College.

Bellingham is set to host Washington’s fifth Texas Roadhouse with doors opening October 7, 2024. This is the first Texas ...

Billy Johnston, an employee at El Capitan’s, holds two dogs. Johnston poses in front of the establishment’s 30-item condiment bar, available with all dog purchases. // Photo by Morgan Merriam ...

Horseshoe Cafe’s sign sits above the entrance to the restaurant on Sept. 3, 2024, in Bellingham, Wash. Customers can find the menu on the side of the building by the entrance. // Photo by Madi Tessem ...

The order window of El Capitan’s is pictured on Aug. 24, 2024, in Bellingham, Wash. The window offers the same menu as inside, making it a great option for those on the go. // Photo by Morgan Merriam ...

Part of El Capitan’s “Crow’s Nest” taproom is pictured on Sep. 3, 2024, in Bellingham, Wash. There, they display a collection of plants started by one of the establishment’s employees. // Photo by ...

The exterior of Fiamma Pizza is pictured on Sep. 3, 2024, in Bellingham, Wash. A funky bench is out front, perfect for sitting down and eating a slice. // Photo by Morgan Merriam ...

More of Pye Hole’s deck is pictured on Sep. 3, 2024, in Bellingham, Wash. For chilly nights when you need a slice, they also have a heat lamp. // Photo by Morgan Merriam ...