"I experienced Solo Diner Syndrome for the first time at time at my beloved Colophon today. I first came here when it first opened Circa 1988. Then I went to Seattle for quite a while. By the time I got back to Bellingham it had changed a LOT. But I was happy to see The Colophon was still open and still serving the African peanut soup I love. So I go as often as I can and it has been mostly great but today I experienced Solo Diner Syndrome. Anyone who dines solo has experienced this more than once. You're seated off in a corner and forgotten about. It's a matter of economic calculation on the part of the server. You are not worth their time compared to the potentially more lucrative multi-top. Of course anyone who has had a restaurant gig knows that does not always work out. Sometimes that big ticket table will stiff you. Anyway, most times I come here the servers are great and pay attention. I tend to be an excessive tipper which means they are not disappointed. Today however, I got hit with SDS. Oh well. so far it's just the once. hope it does not become the norm."

"Super friendly staff, super cozy environment and really good food. I had the sirachi fries and the French dip sandwich. Everything was seasoned and so delicious. Really appreciate how warm and friendly the staff is too."

"Warm, cozy, and the perfect place for a winter wedding breakfast to fill up and caffeinate for the big day. So much selection that there is something delicious for everyone--no matter how varied the food preferences or restrictions. Plus the staff is as sweet as their pie."

"The place is dog-friendly, and the food came out quickly. My husband said the French toast was good. The shakshuka was unusual—the flavor was okay, but I couldn’t taste any bell peppers. It was very watery and had the consistency of tomato juice rather than traditional shakshuka. The eggs were nicely prepared but appeared to have been cooked separately."

"Love loved the vibes and the food. I was really excited that there was gluten free options, for a lot of their dishes and ability to sub for gluten free options. Food was amazing."