Whether you’re catching the big game or catching up with friends, you’ll feel right at home at Corner Taphouse. Open since March 2023, its laid-back, friendly atmosphere has made it a quick favorite among folks looking to spend a casual evening on the town in Fairhaven.
The taproom is a passion project brought to life by Co-Owners Jim Quick, Jim Weber, and Carrie Weber. (In addition to owning a business together, the Jims Weber and Quick have been friends since high school.) The trio transformed a once-vacant corner of the Orca Building into a gathering spot designed with Fairhaven’s demographic in mind.
As for the libations, Corner Taphouse has 12 frequently rotating taps, which currently consist of nine craft beers, two ciders, and one seltzer. There are also six wines sold by the glass, five more wines sold by the bottle, and non alcoholic options such as kombucha. The day I stopped in, I tried the Alpenhaze Hazy IPA from Leavenworth’s Icicle Brewing Co., a brewery I wasn’t previously familiar with but was glad to put on my radar.
“We’re constantly carrying Bellingham beers, but we’re also getting out of the area throughout the Pacific Northwest,” Quick says. “Bellingham has great beer, but there’s a lot of other good beers around, so we wanted to provide a selection.”
The PNW theme doesn’t stop at the tap list. Quick says the taphouse’s overall theme could be described as “Northwest active,” featuring everything from a mounted pair of skis to snapshots from the owners’ own outdoor adventures. Between the recreation-focused decor, ample seating, and comfy couches, Quick and the Webers want Corner Taphouse to be a comfortable, community-oriented space that Fairhaven residents can see themselves reflected in.
“You’ll notice pictures on the wall, and these are all experiences we’ve had with friends of ours,” Quick says. “We’re encouraging people, if they’ve got a good outdoor or active picture, to bring them in.”
With four TVs mounted on the walls, it should go without saying that Corner Taphouse is an ideal spot to watch the big game. But if your idea of entertainment doesn’t involve football, there are tabletop games and shuffleboard to choose from too. Other offerings include charcuterie and bar snacks, though patrons are encouraged to bring in food from surrounding restaurants— and yes, you can even bring your dog.
Moving forward, Quick says they’re excited to get Corner Taphouse involved in charity and give back to the community they grew up in. They’ve also begun hosting events, including trivia on Mondays, cribbage tournaments, sip ‘n’ paint, live music on Wednesdays, and either comedy or live music on Fridays. Football fans also take note: Games are shown Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and the Seahawks will always be on, even for 10 a.m. games! For details on upcoming happenings, plus a current tap list, visit Corner Taphouse online or on Facebook.
