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El Capitan's

Restaurant Sandwich shop American restaurant Hot dog stand

👍👍 My friend and I just went this weekend and had an amazing time! Not only was it the best sausage dog I've had in Bellingham, but they just started serving soft serve ice cream and it was DELICIOUS! We had the vanilla pineapple swirl and it was truly heavenly. I had the German Smoke dog and my only r... People often mention good, Bellingham,


Address

1201 Cornwall Ave #101, Bellingham, WA 98225

Website

elcapitans.com

Contact

(206) 459-2567

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (308 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 12 AM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM to 12 AM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 11:30 AM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: Closed

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (8) Bellingham (6)
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  • 5/5 Jenny F. 2 years ago on Google
    We have been coming here with our kids after school for a while now and Janzen is an absolute pleasure. He’s so personable and inviting and makes us feel very welcome. In addition to that the atmosphere, vibe, price, options, etc are all on point.. Love our Tuesdays here!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Timber 2 years ago on Google
    Reasonable prices, consistently fabulous customer service, and CHEESE FRIES— what isn’t there to like?!? Their menu is both vegan and vegetarian friendly, the staff are kind and generous, and there’s always an extensive beer and cider selection. This place always rocks. I wish they had a plain vegan “hotdog” but if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emily G. 3 years ago on Google
    COVID review: Excellent adaptations to the virus problem, with their walk-up window, fencing, and more. We were the only group there so we were able to eat outside without having to worry about distance at all, but the setup would have allowed for one or two other groups to eat outside safely. They have heaters outside also. Note the two EXCELLENT VEGAN hot dog options with variations. All three of us had the Vegan Lucy and it was awesome - the dog, the toppings, and the soft bun. We also had cole slaw, french fries, ginger beer, and a Boundary Bay Scotch Ale. All were great. We were sad to leave Mustard's Last Stand in Boulder but we have found our new hot dog spot!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cheese M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great little restaurant in Bellingham! Stopped by today and tried the German smokey and the meatball sub and both were delicious. Good portion and the prices are very reasonable. I love the selection of free condiments but you can get bacon/cheese/grilled onions/ etc for a nominal charge as well. There are even vegetarian options! Service was top notch and friendly. Can’t wait to come back and try everything on the menu!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tommie M. 10 months ago on Google
    My friend and I just went this weekend and had an amazing time! Not only was it the best sausage dog I've had in Bellingham, but they just started serving soft serve ice cream and it was DELICIOUS! We had the vanilla pineapple swirl and it was truly heavenly. I had the German Smoke dog and my only regret is not coming sooner!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marina S. 2 years ago on Google
    We went here back in the day at the old location when it was only open late at night. So this was fun going during lunch. We both had delicious dawgs and the onions were just getting grilled when we got there. It's tiny there and doesn't look like much, bit definitely hits the spot. You have your options from a regular hot dog, brat, to a cheese brat.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Benny B. 1 year ago on Google
    Time after time they are able to get me hot food, and a cool drink to go with. They have a large selection of hot dogs as well as other quick eats (my go-to is the bacon chilli cheese fries) and will always be a chill place for me to go.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Enrique Romero J. 1 year ago on Google
    Three of us got sick!! When we went to order, 3 consecutive orders were wrongly filled. Overall, the food looked haphazardly thrown on top of a boiled dog with a generic bun. The BBQ pulled pork was dry and bland, the chili tasted from a can, as did the nacho cheese and the “secret” onions. Why come here when you can eat the same dog at Costco for less?
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Serge B. 4 years ago on Google
    Stopped by in the past and had a great experience. More recently visit with a friend: most of the customer service staff was friendly, received the dogs at room temp; bite into it and feel warm mushy meat (not hot). Good way to get food poisoning. The owner did pull back the dog and measured the temperature in front of us saying it's good and handed it back. After tell him we don't feel comfortable with eating it, they did remake the dog. Remade one just didn't feel right. Was offered a coupons for future visit, then offered a refund; overall, just not happy with the exchange.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nathan M. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is great, a must go if you are in Bellingham. The hot dogs and sausages here are top notch!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Asch K. 1 year ago on Google
    Edit: Thank you to the owner for contacting me. I never intended to keep this a 1-star review, but I felt it was important to make sure the appropriate people saw it and I know low reviews get better responses. I've adjusted the review to reflect the owner's cordial and helpful response. Thank you again, and I hope the new review shows that I do appreciate you and your restaurant. All the best.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Bumpertini B. 6 months ago on Google
    $12 for a hot dog, before tip, with no chili or anything special besides some sweet onions. Y'all are hilarious. We all could get a full meal at a Mexican restaurant for that price. And there's a waiter. Its Owned locally, and they have a full staff. Your excuses and unfathomable. Definitely only go here when it's 2:00 a.m. and it's the last option you have to eat, I can tell that's why they're able to get away with the price and stay afloat, the drunk crowd. Do not eat here at any other time of the day any other option is better. Staff We're confused about our order and didn't tell us which was which. We'd never eaten there so we didn't know. The place is clean and the atmosphere is cool. Prices need to be reduced at minimum 15%, but realistically closer to 25%, OR increasing the portions drastically. It tasted good.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shannon K. 8 months ago on Google
    Coolest little neighborhood spot! The soft serve ice cream is such a treat. The hot dogs are just damn good. I don't know what they do to make them taste so good but they are really good. And cheap! The music they play is all my favorite songs. Their decor is pirate cool. It's just a cool spot to be. I highly recommend it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lacey W. 9 months ago on Google
    The best little joint around. Great place to grab a bite to eat. They have SOME indoor seating and more outside. I think they have a larger taproom located right next door. Love the atmosphere. We both had pretzels and they were tasty. I enjoyed the coaster contest they had going. It was fun to color while eating.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joshandsara F. 11 months ago on Google
    Definitely would recommend went walking around downtown this place caught my eye ! Their menu is outside which I love ! Best priced food around here ! Support local businesses

  • 5/5 Sara A. 11 months ago on Google
    Was in Bellingham and tried them for an Italian sausage and pretzel. Very good service and good food. Reasonably priced. Rosade lemonade was good and refreshing. Would recommend trying.

  • 5/5 Brenda 1 year ago on Google
    Great hotdogs and I love that there is a kid's hotdog because my kid would never be able to finish the other hotdogs on the menu. The service is amazing and they just opened a new room for more sitting space. I hear that they are open late and I imagine it would be the perfect place to hang out and have a drink.

  • 5/5 Liam Dillingham (The L. 1 year ago on Google
    Best drunk food in Bellingham. If I'm walking around after hitting up the local breweries and i want a late night snack i come here. The owner is a very friendly person and his employees are amazing to talk to!

  • 5/5 Emma C. 1 year ago on Google
    Oh captain my captain! Your sweet slaw and savory sausage came together in my mouth in such a glorious combination of flavors. I think of you often. Until we meet again ❤️

  • 5/5 Tyrney H. 1 year ago on Google
    Best hotdogs in town! Very creative and more than 'just a hot dog stand' I love the people and the skeletons all over and the music! So festive.

  • 5/5 Samantha S. 1 year ago on Google
    The best place in Bellingham for a quick bite! I LOVE that they’re open late. The pretzel is warm and the cheese sauce is amazing!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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