• Community Food Co-op - Forest St

  • (15)
    15
    Loading...
  • Health-food-store Health Store

Cooperative market and deli/cafe. Providing selections fresh produce, vitamins, supplements, bulk staples, chilled and frozen food, personal care products, natural products, and more. Open Mon-Sun 7:00am-9:00pm.


Venue map for Community Food Co-op - Forest St
© OpenStreetMap contributors

15 Reviews

First Review by suzo

Pursnick

Points +262

Vegan
06 Mar 2024

Options for on the go

I didn’t have enough time to try to go to a restaurant, so I figured this spot would have some choices and they delivered! I’ve been surprised that co-ops north of Seattle (this and Mt Vernon) have been more expensive than those in Seattle itself, but they were still reasonable for a lunch these days. There was second vegan sandwich option this day also. My wrap was very flavorful, would recommend!

Pros: Flavor , Price

in2insight

Points +466

Vegan
02 Mar 2024

Love this store

One of the best natural food stores ever. Well stocked, great deli (but no hot vegan breakfast items!) friendly and helpful staff and priced fairly.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Deli for lunch is awesome

Cons: No vegan breakfast

cajunkarl

Points +32

Vegan
08 Apr 2019

Vegan dessert heaven

They have so many delicious vegan desserts, with the chocolate peanut butter bar being my favorite. The made-to-order sandwich bar has vegan mayo and tofu, and who doesn’t love filling out their order with a pad and pencil!?

PNWveganmama

Points +40

Vegan
25 Feb 2019

Great options

I love their vegan & gluten free options. Great food, pies, baked goods, etc. It's all delicious!

Pros: Lots of vegan & gluten free options.

PatHuerta

Points +29

Mostly Veg
30 Nov 2018

Great place and staff

Deli with vegan options. Good spot to pick up supplies . Staff is excellent. Seating was crowded not because it’s small , there were just lots of people.

Pros: Staff, Selection

Cons: None

Calix

Points +47

Vegan
10 Mar 2014

Great selection, and a great coffee counter!

I love the co-op and do almost all of my grocery shopping there. They have everything a vegan needs, and they have a fantastic selection of organic options as well. Everyone is super friendly and always willing to help out or answer any questions.

As far as I'm aware, their coffee shop is also the only place in Bellingham that doesn't charge extra for nondairy milk, and they also serve 8 oz drinks. I'm very excited to try their smoothies once it gets a little warmer!

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Friendly staff, Great coffee

hsawle

Points +20

Vegan
09 May 2012

My Co-Op

I love going into the Bellingham Co-op on Forest Street. The employees are friendly and knowledgeable. I can also find so many vegan options I love going in just to see what is new. I'm very happy with the co-op.

Pros: friendly staff, good selections

aquacat

Points +39

Vegetarian
17 Aug 2011

Love this place, keep returning

Although we live in Vancouver, we visit this place often. It has amazing products not available here: Dave's Killer Bread (not cheap but worth it), Zevia, and sugar-free Blue Sky soda. The deli has wonderful kinds of tofu, our favourites being the sweet chili lime tofu, swan-baked tofu and barbecue tofu. There are three kinds of soup daily, always at least one veg/vegan option, often two or three. The tiramisu is to die for, and they have vegan and gluten-free versions of many desserts. Other favourite items include their squirrel bars, Primal Strips, Stonewall Jerquee, and Newman's organic licorice.

After shopping here for years, we finally joined as members and really should have done so sooner. We always enjoy a trip here and try to visit once every couple of months. Definite "thumbs up".

Pros: Free parking, Fresh deli, great tofu, Very good soups

Cons: Lunch specials not always vegetarian

kindlizard

Points +1086

Vegan
05 Aug 2011

impressive

This place has everything and then some, including a view. I thought I had seen some great HF stores before and this place really made me appreciate the effort this place must have been/ must continually be. Well done...

Updated from previous review on Wednesday November 05, 2008

twotoadstools

Points +47

Vegetarian
12 Jan 2011

Classic Co-op with Good Deli

One of the best co-ops going. Two locations now in the ever-growing city of Bellingham. Still, both co-ops maintain a clear connection to local farms, offering a wide variety of cold dishes and tofu plates in the delis. Desserts are always to be found as well, usually with a vegan option. Soups and breads too. It's great to be a member and also good for a healthy lunch or snack if you're in the area.

Pros: Good food, It's a co-op!

Cons: None

HKP87

Points +25

Vegetarian
13 Jul 2010

Heaven

I haven't visited the N. Forrset location for a while but I frequent the store just off of Bakerview Rd. every week. I LOVE this store! I am not sure that I could survive without it. I honestly can get way more produce and other items while spending less that i did at a conventional grocer.
I haven't tried much of the deli or bakery but i did have the gluten free Vegan chocolate cupcakes for my birthday and they were sinfully delish.
If you have never been you really really need to visit!

Pros: affordable, local, great quality

gwild

Points +1435

Vegan
04 Sep 2008

the largest health food store I have ever seen

I am from Canada and never in my life have I been to such a large health food store- with take out food to boot! I call this the Costco of health food stores! The selection was outstanding. The deli has very affordable take-out. The tofu plate has two salads and a tofu cutlet for about $5 and it is large enough for two meals. My kids just love it here.

Jeffrey

22 Feb 2013

Hi Gwild, I found your review very helpful. I'll be sure to check this place out, since I am a big fan of food coops.

Lettuce Muncher

Points +393

Vegan
18 Feb 2008

Gotta Love This Place

I moved away from Bellingham two and a half years ago, but still stop by the Co-op every time I visit. I love their salads, especially the Tempeh Pasta Salad, they have bulk chocolate chips and lots of good snack food. Yesterday I got a two-pound vegan chocolate blackberry cake. I am in heaven!!!

Pros: Lots for vegans, Junk food, Samples

Cons: Cashiers can be grumpy, Sometimes not a lot of vegan pasta salad, Surcharge if not a member

juliac

Points +42

Vegan
11 Jan 2008

Great place for a meal!

This is a must if you visit Bellingham! There are many vegan deli options, my favorite being the nori roll (if you like pickled ginger). The bulk section in the store is great, a wide selection of nuts, grains, and dried fruits (they have sprouted almonds!). Produce section is really nice, always have good quality, fresh looking fruits and vegetables. If you happen to have a sweet tooth like me, the viva la brownie are really good, and vegan, also the coconut rice pudding is super- neither are very healthy, but a good treat for special occasions like after a long hike. I should mention also, thanks to the wonderful staff, and a second co-op coming in 2009!

Pros: great deli, friendly staff, bulk section

Cons: can be super crowded

tablemoonspoons

30 Jan 2008

i was about to write a review for this place, but this person says it all!

suzo

Points +31

Mostly Veg
03 Aug 2007

nice store

Nice store, good products, members get special deals on occasion. Good selection.

Pros: healthy options, organic, good value

Cons: not a lot of parking, member owned




This page has been viewed 3947 times.