A Sanctuary of
Food and Culture

Using the Italian Flavor Profile, We Craft Inspired Italian Plates
That We Hope to Delight the Guest

A Sanctuary of
Food and Culture

Using the Italian Flavor Profile, We Craft Inspired Italian Plates
That We Hope to Delight the Guest

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CHEF RICHARD BALOGH
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Purity. Heart. Seed

Our loving intention is to nourish our community that gathers to share in food and drink, in art and ideas.

We artfully blend the purest local foods with kind hospitality and ambiance that warms the heart and feeds the soul

Food is Our Common Ground, It is a Sanctuary of Food Through Culture.

With warmth and gratitude.

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The Best in the West

A place of comfort
A place of rest
A place of sustenance
A place of soul

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Perfect For Groups

Rifugio’s the ideal location for small & large groups. Only 20 Minutes from Bellingham. A central location in the countryside. Away from the hustle bustle of city life.

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Inspired Italian Cuisine

Weekly rotating menu based on seasonality
INSPIRED ITALIAN CUISINE
with fresh seasonal and foraged ingredients.

Casual Fine Dining Experience

The Best Italian Table on Mt. Baker Highway

Come dine with us and experience hospitality and community in an intimate setting.

What Critics Are Saying About Us

Rifugio's Country Italian Cuisine

Stopped for a post-ski pasta and wine on Sunday. Was excellent. Wish we checked that dinner was only Friday-Saturday so we could order off the full menu. Will have to come back!

Ariel Leeton

Enjoy Your Meal at Home

Takeout Now Available

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