I love fresh seafood prepared with tender love! Duke's is popular on Lake Union for its variety! I'm simply crazy about the Bloody Mary stocked up with a garden fresh green bean, bacon & olives! Let be the steaks & seafood! Keep it simple & be if good cheer. read more

4 1/2 if I could do half stars. We went in thinking it would be just an "okay" three star meal, more a touristy spot than good eating. However, it went well beyond our expectations. We all left stuffed and happy because we couldn't stop eating. As a group we ordered several different appetizers to share. So good, we ordered another round. These apps could be a meal. The "Soon-To-Be-Famous Alaska Weathervane Scallop Ravioli" (Seared Scallops with freshly made pumpkin & mascarpone stuffed ravioli with a white wine-garlic-butter sauce) was delicious. Everything was cooked perfectly. read more

Duke's Seafood - "Soon-To-Be-Famous Alaska Weathervane Scallop Ravioli" (Seared Scallops with freshly made pumpkin & mascarpone stuffed ravioli with a white - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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My friend received a recommendation for Duke's from a local and since she trusted her taste I agreed to try. On a cool rainy evening, we got a seat on the patio. It was chilly but there were heaters above , though I wish they would have been just a tad closer. I wasn't very hungry so I ordered the Oh My Cod! Fish & Chips. The fries were seasoned and crispy yet soft on the inside. The fish was lightly battered and flaky. The tartar sauce was tangy and the perfect complement to the fish. Even though I only ordered the one piece, it was filling enough that I didn't have room for dessert. My friend ordered the double dinghy sampler and she couldn't decide which one she liked better. She said both were rich and full of flavor. She also tried the Dungeness Crab Stuffed Just For The Halibut and the dish looked wonderful. I definitely have to try it next time. Service was great, and the view was beautiful. I definitely recommend dining on the patio, especially during the sunset. read more

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Delicious food, outdoor patio is very nice. Our server, Gustavo, was so kind. He was very personable. We got some great food including: a blueberry lemon drop, lychee margarita (it's slightly spicy), clam chowder bread bowl, crab cake, and coconut shrimp. Complimentary bread was delicious. read more

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If you're in Seattle and craving comfort food with a view, Duke's Seafood on Union Lake is the move. We grabbed a cozy outdoor table right on the water and watched seaplanes take off while digging into one of the most satisfying seafood meals we've had. We started with the Shrimp Mexican Corn Dip--a special appetizer that was oozing with cheesy goodness. It came with a side of lime that added a bright pop, but I wouldn't have minded a little more spice. Still, super tasty! The Chowder Sampler was the star of the show. You get: Chicken Creole "N'Awlins" Chowder - spicy, bold, and flavorful. A dollop of sour cream took it over the top. Lobster Mobster Chowder - rich, creamy, and topped with sweet potatoes. A fun twist! They even give you the recipe to take home. New England Clam Chowder - classic, creamy, and hearty. Total comfort. Northwestern Seafood Chowder - tomato-based and seafood-packed. Gave us Manhattan chowder vibes. We ended with the Lobster Mac & Cheese: rich but not too heavy. Creamy, flavorful, and surprisingly light for a dish that usually knocks you out. Service was great, and the whole experience felt relaxed and welcoming. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a delicious seafood stop with chill lake vibes. read more

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This is our second time going to Duke seafood and we will definitely be back again and again. The first time we stopped in was with my sister visiting from Michigan and we all ordered a different dish and shared a piece of it with each other. So it was like we all had a combination plate! Lol You must start by ordering their clam chowder! One of the finest in Seattle or even try their lobster mobster. So delicious!! follow that by their Dungeness crabby deviled eggs and the maple bacon seafood bites. I had to try the Halibut Macadamia and my wife had to get the unforgettable cod tacos in which she almost forgot the name. Service was great and timing to bring out the food was almost perfect. Finished the chowder and here comes the apps. Finished the apps and within seconds here comes the main course. Ended the night with dessert and ordered the Brookie Betty Boop. Chocolate brownie mixed together with chocolate chip cookie, baked and served warm with Lopez Island Creamery vanilla ice cream....so full!! Parking is paid and plenty of it. This place will not disappoint and perfect for just two or larger parties as well. A MUST!!! read more

Duke's Seafood - Appetizers is a must - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Pretty large menu. Massive oyster list inside but only one available that night. We ordered a scallop ravioli, 3 salads, soup, and oysters. The ravioli was tasty, salads as well...although the small sized salad was quite small so if you like your entree salad I'd suggest the larger size. Fabulous warm bread. Nice water views if you luck into a window or patio table. Service was friendly and helpful, but the food was a bit of a wait. read more

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Dukes hit the spot but didn't wow us. Dukes was one of the spots we tried while in PNW. The service and location were great. Everyone was nice, the place had huge windows overlooking the bay, cool decorations etc. We started with some fresh oysters which were good. I can't quite credit dukes for that though. I will say their cocktail sauce was very good though. Next we tried the crab cake and it was quite good. The salmon Cesar salad and the crab stuffed cod came next. While nothing was wrong with either of them, they were just okay. They didn't have a wow factor. We'd happily eat it again, but there was just nothing that set it apart. Now the chowders were disappointing. Listen... chowder should be kept simple. I think a lot of places try to spice things up, give it their own twist to stand out but in my opinion, the more basic you came make it, the more you'll stand out. I'd happily take the chowder from Ivars (a local casual fast food chain) over dukes. It tasted too seasoned. It was overloaded with a taste too, I think it was thyme, could be wrong on the spice, it was just overpowering. 3 stars mainly because for the price, we wanted a wow factor which we didn't find (-1) and the let down of a chowder (-2). Not a bad option by any means though. read more

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Duke's is a nice restaurant on South Lake. Gorgeous scenery of the water, boats, and part of the city while dining. The interior is decorated in a classic nautical theme. Four restrooms and full bar Parking - you have to pay for parking regardless of whether you are dining at the restaurant. Minus -1 star. The service was great, especially from our server/bartender, Willow. Friendly, attentive, and helpful. (5/5) Complimentary Bread - sourdough. It came out nice and warm. We ordered a couple of things from the HH menu. Award Winning Clam Chowder (small bowl): All natural, New England style, nitrate-free bacon, creamy, and herby (5/5). I can see why it's award winning. But my only complaint was that it was served in a very shallow bowl and not really filled to the rim or lip. Clam Lover's Steamer Clams: local Manila clams with butter, garlic, white wine, fresh basil, tomatoes, & rosemary bread (3/5). Some of the clams had a lot of sand in them. So that was unpleasant. The broth was ok - not as flavorful as other places. Blessed by the Pope Cioppino: Fresh Dungeoness Crab with Alaskan Salmon, Halibut, Cod, Wild Mexican Prawns, and local Manila Clams (3.5/5). The seafood was fresh and cooked well. I thought the broth was just ok. Complimentary Peerless Pier Pie: Lopez Island Creamery chocolate and espresso ice cream layered in a cookie crust with all natural chocolate sauce, homemade whipped cream and topped with toasted almonds (4/5). The ice cream pie was delicious. Seattle Cola - locally brewed cola. It was worth trying, but I like the bigger brand names Again, it's beautiful to walk around afterward to see the South Lake and surrounding scenery. read more

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Busy place for early dinner. Bartender is definitely too loud. I don't know why was screaming every time he spoke. Annoying really. Food was decent. Definitely over hyped. Slaw was old. It had a weird taste to it. I know fresh this wasn't it. read more

Duke's Seafood - Tasty blueberry marg. - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We LOVED our dinner here! Absolutely delicious. I can definitely see why the clam chowder is award winning. Best I've had! It has a nice herby flavor, the consistency is great, not too chunky or too smooth. My friend and I split our orders and they were lovely to plate half orders for us. We loveddd the the salmon bites and the pasta with salmon. Our drinks were so good! Everything was amazing and the staff was great too! So happy we decided to eat here during our quick trip to Seattle! 10/10! read more

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Okay so let me start off by saying that the award winning clam chowder here gave like place chowder a run for its money. I can't tell which one is Seattle's best chowder between them, the flavors are a little different but both of them are incredibly delicious. I will say this, when you combine the excellent chowder with the beautiful view, it's a clear winner to dine at dukes . The lobster chowder was pretty good too but it sort of paled in comparison to the clam chowder. The calamari steak was great and I was actually really happy that I got to eat that because it's rare that you see this on a menu: everyone serves your typical calamari rings everywhere but the calamari steak is a rare find. The crab cakes were excellent, or should I say crab cake (we didn't realize only one cake came per order haha). I'll tell you what I liked most about it, we noticed that they don't skimp you on the crab, the crab content is very high compared to most crab cakes that use fillers to cheapen their product. As a result of us liking the crab cake so much we ordered the crab cake sandwich. This was also a solid choice. I will say this, some food came cold and had to be sent back. The manager made sure it came hot on the next round, I didn't dock them any stars for it because the overall experience was stellar. read more

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As a gluten free gal, this is one of my favorite spots for seafood! They have tons of gluten free options and even feature gluten free chowder. I also love that the chowder comes in so many different sizes so that I can sample a few if I don't want it as a meal. My happy hour go to is the deviled eggs. They are pricey but delicious! I also loved the chopped salad. The view and ambiance is lovely- we loved watching the boats and the water and even saw a blue heron from the table. The servers are friendly. We ordered Aperol spritzes and our server didn't know what those were. She came back with the completely wrong ratio and garnished with a lemon instead of a classic orange. She was young and seemed new, plus whatever she brought was pretty good, so it didn't ruin our experience at all. This will always be my go to for seafood happy hour with a view! Yum! read more

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My guy's kiddo made reservations here for Father's Day lunch. We were a party of six. Our server was very pleasant and we had a great table outside with a view of the water. Even though it's a seafood restaurant, 3/6 of us ordered other things, a burger, a sandwich, and I had a salad with added chicken as I don't eat seafood. It's clear being a seafood restaurant, they excel at cooking seafood as they should. Those in our party who had seafood (pasta dishes, tacos) were very happy with their meal, the rest of us were more meh. The chicken on my salad was so tough I couldn't even cut it but hey we were not there for me. If you like seafood this seems to be a great place to go. read more

Review: Such a pleasant atmosphere and a perfect spot for lunch -- especially on a sunny day when you can sit outside with a view of South Lake. The clam chowder was absolutely delicious, rich and full of flavor. A great place to relax and enjoy good food by the water! read more

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The best to entertain guest. I love the Duke's burger! Make a reservation...such a hot spot near lake union. read more

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Visited Duke's Seafood SLU on a weekday for happy hour. Food/ beverages Ordered small bites like fries and dessert. Fries were crispy and served with 3 different dipping sauces. Dessert was surprisingly delicious with generous portion. During happy hour, cocktails are $3 off and averaging between $10 and $12 each. Customer service I was slightly disappointed that granted we had a reservation, there was still about 10-minute wait to get our table ready. Service is generally slow. So if you are in a rush, this might not be a place for you. Ambiance We got the covered patio seating where you can the view of the Lake Union. It's very relaxing and nice hangout spot especially on a sunny day. read more

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Great seafood in a relaxed atmosphere. Went here with a small group and the food was amazing no one was disappointed. Service was excellent read more

Duke's Seafood - Crab stuffed lobster so good - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Just flew in from California and Sitting at the bar and checking out the food with Ulysses my wonderful bartender. Popcorn shrimp and clam chowder with an old fashioned. It actually worked. The white chowder had lots of clams and a dash of sherry which makes it special. The shrimp were hot and perfectly breaded with aioli sauce. Then I ordered the filet mignon with teriyaki glaze. A Kushan beer from a local brewery in Bellingham . Wow. It works. I'm trying every thing. Hot brad and butter and getting the bay shrimp salad and seared ahi tuna to go! read more

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Overpriced as heck for what you get. My partner had salmon that was dry, the calamari was chewy and cold, like seriously I could've gotten better food at a mall in the suburbs. The service was kinda awkward too. read more

Duke's was a cute restaurant for our last evening in Seattle. We chose to sit outside, so the views of the harbor were nice. We ordered the crab cakes, the crab dip, seafood salad, Caesar salad, clam chowder, and oysters. We also received free bread and butter. My favorite items were the crab cake (they only gave ONE crab cake, which was criminal), the oysters, and the free bread LOL. (They give more bread if you ask for it.) I didn't care for the other dishes. The Caesar salad was so plain and disappointing. The crab dip was too heavy. My friend also ordered a Bloody Mary and she said that wasn't good either. For dessert, we ordered the marionberry pie and vanilla ice cream. It was so good!! read more

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Met up with local family at Duke's for dinner. The service was impeccable. Lots on interesting seafood options. The oysters were smaller than what we are used to in Florida but still delicious. I forgot to get a picture of the Bloody Mary, but the flavor was very good with shrimp, olive, and pickled asparagus skewered in it. I got the Dungeness Crab stuffed Halibut, and my wife got the Duke's cheeseburger. Everything was fresh and tasty. My wife really liked the bread they brought to the table. The experience was the best. The view of Lake Union was beautiful with a cool breeze coming into the windows (no Florida June here!). Evidently, it can be a real challenge to get a reservation here so keep checking back. Also, parking can be very difficult to come by. You can valet, but even better, get an Uber in. Would love to come back here! read more

Duke's Seafood - Oysters galore! - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Went to Duke's on Sunday April 27th. Noticed it was two "$$" out of 4 on Apple Maps, so I assumed decent pricing. Please take a long look at the photo I took of my meal. Tell me how much you think that cost based on the portions. $19? $25? $30?? None of those. We're talking $37 + tax + $5 tip = almost $46. Every portion was minimal and the pricing was borderline psycho. The only reason I am giving 2 stars instead of 1 is the service. Good service. That's why I tipped at all. Avoid this place if you intend to eat a full meal for less than $37! Side note: this was their best meal deal. The small chowder cup was $15 by itself, and the 1 fish and small cup of fries was $26 by itself. So just those two were $41 plus tax and tip, luckily I combo'd it which added a side salad too. Anyway, take this review seriously if you're looking for a reasonable place to eat seafood! read more

Duke's Seafood - Fish and chips, "world famous" chowder, and a small salad I think? - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I would give Duke's 20 stars if I could! Of all the places we dined for seafood, while in Seattle, this was a phenomenal lunch and by far the best place we visited. The freshness of the seafood, great views on the deck, and first-rate service made for a memorable lunch experience. The oysters were fresh and very meaty and tasted great with the sauce complements. I tried a "dinghy" of clam chowder and a bowl of the lobster chowder. I love that Duke's also gives you the recipe for these rich, creamy soups. The crab cake really is the best in Seattle, and the chopped salad, prepared Duke's way, was easily shareable for several of us. Great wine and cocktail list here, too. I wished we weren't too full for dessert, because I am sure it must be equally as good as everything else we tasted. We paid over $375 for lunch for 5 of us. But it was worth it for such a decadent meal with a view. read more

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Stunning views paired with delicious food! We tried the clam chowder sampler, salmon, and tacos, everything was fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a great meal while taking in beautiful scenery. The service was friendly and welcoming, definitely a win all around! read more

The crab cakes were amazing! Very fresh and a little sweet. It's a little on the pricey side for us based on the serving size read more

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Food and service were excellent. Stuffed shrimp and ceasar with scallops and shrimp were both plentiful and perfectly done. Sourdough bread was also yummy. Great location on the water. Highly recommend. read more

Excellent food, lots of options. Nice restaurant inside with nice view. Would definitely come back! read more

First time we tried we were called by a hostess wanting us to change our reservation time. We made it for 10:45, as it was an available option. The hostess was quite pushy on the phone (if you don't want late reservations then don't offer them). So, We made reservations online again when we didn't have plans. No hostess calls, so far so good. We had about 10mins of waiting with the reservation. So, highly recommend a reservation as the restaurant is quite busy. Can't remember the servers name but he was great, personable and checked on us often. We had 2 salmon dinners and a lobster roll (3 party table). The salmon, we were excited being from out of state) wasn't anything to write home about. It wasn't bad though it wasn't all that great- just mid. The lobster roll was really flavorful. Wish I had gone with that instead. Amazing views!! So if you can be seated outdoors or indoors near the window(s), you won't regret it! We went around sunset (8:30pm). Definitely check it out, worth a visit. I would go back with another trip to Seattle. read more

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I came to Duke's for lunch during my work day and it was fun. I'd love to come check out Duke's during the summer because I can see how amazing their patio would be. For this lunch, we were seated inside and the service was really fast. I ordered the rockfish fish taco and I was a little worried ordering only 1 thinking I'd still be hungry... thank goodness I only ordered one. That thing was massive. It came with bread and chips and salsa. The salsa was a tad bit bland but the taco itself was pretty good. read more

Duke's Seafood - Rockin' Rockfish Tacos - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

After touring the Space Needle, we wanted some place that you can only get in Seattle, and Duke's was exactly that! Absolutely loved sitting on the patio watching all the activities taking place in Lake Union; from rowing practice to float planes coming and going every 10-15 minutes. It was fantastic! Our server was a little awkward, but the food was also very good. All in all, a great place to stop in and soak in Seattle. read more

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We arrived at 5 without a reservation. While the place was still empty we were told there was only seating at the bar or outside under the heaters. A little weird for a weekday night (made weirder when we left and there were still vacant tables). But we managed outside (blankets provided upon request). Started with a great original margarita. A little small but very tasty. Got some fresh oysters. Really good and fresh. The fish tacos were a mixed bag. The fish is great and the tacos are big. These are not street tacos. But the side was basically a few tortilla chips. For $28, it's a bit priced high. Service was great. And it's a cute place right on the water. read more

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This is our first time here and we love the fresh seafood. We tried the oysters, clam lover's steamer clams, tantalizing silky pan seared salmon, and the "Un"Cake mixed grill. The steamer clams is our favorite, fresh and rich in flavors. The salmon is a little too sweat for our taste, but still good overall. The service was amazing, special thanks to Tatum for creating a great experience for us. We came in close to closing time since we could not find other seafood places that opened until 11pm, but Tatum did not rush us at all. She was attentive and patient when taking our order. We would come back hear next time we're in Seattle. Bonus, great ocean view! read more

Duke's Seafood - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Their location in South Lake Union is great; right on the water, and nice views from almost anywhere inside. Lots of parking, but easy to walk to also, if you live in the area. Service is good; no waiting to speak of and waitstaff are always on top of where you are in your meal and what you might need next. Food is fresh and well prepared. I'm not much on chowder but others thought it was great. Seafood salads were excellent; perhaps slightly too heavy on the dressing. They have gluten-free options or will accommodate food sensitivities, Atmosphere is very relaxed/laid back/chill. read more

I was in town for a business trip and the office I visited on 30OCT2024 recommended that I eat at Duke's. The food was amazing! Gwen C was very sweet amd took good care of me. The sourdough bread was warm, crusty, and tasty. I had the maple bacon wrapped seafood bites, which were delicious. I know it's a restaurant standard to leave tails on prawns and shrimp, but it is hard to remove the tail when the food is hot and messy. For my entree, I had Seattle's Best Crab Cake with mixed vegetables and lobster mobster chowder. I ate everything and enjoyed it all. Thanks Gwen for great service! read more

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FYI I am not normally one to leave reviews, but our experience after eating at Duke's Seafood was so abysmal that I had to leave my first yelp review. For $50 per person, the food tasted ok at best and the portion size was decent. Our group ordered the lobster mac, unchopped salad, chicken sandwich, and grill platter. This was our only meal for the day and 4 hours after, we were all stuck in our hotel bathroom vomiting and had severe food poisoning. Views were great but not worth the 2 days we were immobile and unable to complete our itinerary. Very unfortunate experience, so if you're thinking about coming here, bring some pepto or make sure you have a restroom within walking distance at all times. Otherwise, we highly recommend spending your money elsewhere. read more

I had the wonderful pleasure of sharing a night a Dukes with my amazing team. there wasn't a thing on the menu that we didn't enjoy. the un chopped salad was my favorite menu item, paired the riesling. Can't wait to come back some time soon! read more

Dukes is the real deal. Whenever I have friends in town, we go to dukes. Whenever I have family in town, we go to dukes. If we want to celebrate, we go to dukes. The food is just really really good. Crab cakes always impress. As a new englander here in Seattle, their New England clam chowder is the real deal. They also have a decent vegetarian and GF menu, if you need that! It's expensive, but you get quality food every time. And they give you a free entree for your birthday with their online rewards program. read more

It was OK. The food is reasonably good, but too expensive for the quality and size of portions. The clam chowder was too herb-forward, and the French fries had a corn chip flavor that wasn't great. The fried fish was quite good, the burger was good, and the fresh sourdough bread was excellent. read more

Came here for lunch with my mom and niece who were visiting. I cannot remember if I had to pay to park. The place was busy with the summer crowd. Pricey seafood by the water, but my mom enjoyed the crab cake sandwhich I had the cod and chips, which were good for my cravings. My niece really enjoyed her burger. Good service. read more

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