Such a great seafood spot right on the water in Ruston--honestly, the location couldn't be better. The views are absolutely beautiful and make the whole experience feel extra special. The staff was super helpful and gave some really great recommendations, which made ordering easy. Everything we tried tasted incredibly fresh, and the clam chowder definitely lives up to the hype. Between the scenery, service, and quality of the food, this place is an easy win. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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Server: Emily Food: This was very refreshing, although fries were cold upon arrival. Atmosphere: Tight, decorative, but welcoming. Service (server or otherwise): Kind, respectful, attentive, and friendly. We ordered: Food: Caesar Salad, Dungeonous crab dip, and two fish n chips. Drinks: Riptide margarita, blueberry lemonade, and Shirley temple read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - Oh My Cod! Fish & Chips Combo 1/2 - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Went there with my family and had dinner. We arrived early, but not every member of the party was there so they were kind enough to push us back by 30 minutes until they arrived. It was busy, but they were still able to find us a table. We sat down in the server was so gentle so kind. She had results of recommendations. And everything she recommended was top-tier. Had to pass a message to the Chef because the fish was soooooo good. read more

Great location with a beautiful view! Our waitress, Davina, was fantastic! She was so fun and friendly! We started with the calamari and crab dip, both excellent. Our dinners were crab uncakes, stuffed halibut, chowder, lobster mac, steamed clams, fish & chips and stuffed halibut. The halibut was dry and over cooked, we had to send it back but they took it off our bill. The Mac had some fish that tasted a little fishy but overall a great combo of flavors. Everything else was delicious. They brought us an ice cream cake for a birthday dessert that was absolutely scrumptious! Also, the women's bathroom was completely unacceptable. One of the dirtiest bathrooms I've ever been in. We let the host know the first time we used it. An hour later we used it again and it was still dirty but when we let the hostess know this time she laughed at us and told us she was just in there. We decided to let the manager know. He was thankful for our feedback but it was unfortunate that while he was talking to us we could see the hostess laughing and rolling her eyes. For the amount of money we spent I feel like it's not a lot to expect an exceptionally clean bathroom. So that and the two dishes that weren't satisfactory is why I couldn't give this restaurant a 5 star review. I will definitely try it again, though! read more

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Very nice peaceful location by the water near the pier option of outdoor sitting service very friendly food excellent read more

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The happy hour here is amazing! Everyday 3-6. We were so excited to see a happy hour on a Saturday. We had a hard time deciding what to get because everything sounded so delicious. We decided on the salmon sliders, coconut shrimp, and crab dip. Wow! All three things were cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious! I got the blood Orange margarita which was refreshing and flavorful. My husband got an E9 IPA and he loved it. We sat at the bar and our waitress was so kind and attentive. The beautiful water view was stunning behind us. I can't wait to come back again and try more dishes! read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - Blood orange margarita - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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Always love dukes! Come here at least once a year when I'm in town and the service and food are always fantastic! I love the decor and view right on the water it's a great place to go during the holidays with my family! They are great at dealing with food restrictions and their clam chowder is my favorite of all time!!!! Their seasonal lobster & seafood Mac and cheese still haunts my dreams my parents love this place, my husband loves this place, and so do I! read more

I had a lobster roll sandwich with sweet potato fries Wednesday. It was horrible..... I've had lobster rolls... never been just minced lobster salad...really tasted like imitation lobster... very disappointing with a big price. Th fries weren't even hot. My daughter and I were celebrating just buying her wedding dress. We had a sweet waitress..Katie. very disappointing. read more

Oh my Cod! Wow that is definitely award winning clam chowder! This was my first time having the chowder and I was impressed! I got the fish and chips too and gobbled it all up! Very happy with my meal! It was a combo! Very pleased! Must go again! read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - Oh My Cod! Fish & Chips Combo - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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As always, Dinner at Dukes on the deck at dusk is magical. Low cloud cover gave us a brief view of Mt. Rainer but the low angle sun lit up the port and Brown's point. As always the food, and service were great. We were taking advantage of the free birthday dinner and the Rockin' Rockfish fish tacos are some of the best I have ever had, anywhere in the world. read more

We arrived on a busy Sunday afternoon with a reservation for two, but opted to sit in the bar since a booth was available. Joselyn was one of the servers covering the bar area, and she was absolutely delightful. Being sweet, attentive, and genuinely engaging while managing a large section is no small feat, yet she made it look effortless. From friendly conversation to menu questions and ordering, everything was seamless. I ordered my go-to cucumber mojito, which was made to perfection. Bread was brought out while we waited for our entrées, which arrived surprisingly fast given how packed the restaurant was. The food was excellent! Exactly what I've come to expect after visiting several Duke's locations many times over. If there's one thing Duke's consistently delivers on, it's quality and reliability. While you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, I especially recommend the crab cake entrée, unchopped salad, rockfish tacos, lobster chowder, or the fish and chips. Truly, you're safe with any selection here. Cheers! read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - Unforgettable Sea Cod Tacos, Dungeness Crab "Un"Cake entree sub sweet potato fries instead of potatoes. Amazing! - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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4 stars - Good I went here with a friend after work to catch up (9/11). This is a pricey restaurant, but the food is good. The restaurant is in a great location. It is right on the water with a medium-sized parking lot. The restaurant has a lot of windows, so you can still enjoy the view if you eat inside. Our service was fine. One note regarding my fish tacos: they needed to have two tortillas for each taco. Shortly after eating my taco, the tortilla broke, and it was difficult to eat. read more

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We wanted to eat by the water front. We ate at duke before just not this location. We caught the tail end of happy hours. The calamari was good, crispy and tender, I like the sweeter sauce option. We ordered filet mignon and salmon with mustard sauce. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly, we ordered medium. The steak actually melted in my mouth. The potato was also good, not over seasoned, I wanted more sauce. The salmon was also cooked perfectly, I was not mustard sauce. My sister in law said the broccolini was tough. The sourdough with butter was good enough to hold us until the entrees showed up. The service was good with the busy evening. The view of water was a plus. Parking can be little tricky. read more

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What an amazing place for kids! Do people know this about Dukes? They provide entertaining things for little ones right away, plus snacks such as carrots and dips and garlic rolls. It made things SO much easier for us busy parents! Not to mention fantastic food and top notch service. Maybe add a little more chicken options.. but otherwise, good One of my favorite spots for birthday dinners, too. They know how to make a girl feel special at a table near the water. read more

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If you're native to Washington, you've been to Duke's at leaaast a handful of times. That said, this was my first time visiting the Ruston location and we had a good experience! Came early on a weekday for a family birthday lunch and despite having a reservation they were a little behind on getting us to our table which was a little annoying with a hungry toddler. After we actually got to our table though, service was great! We decided to eat on the patio as it was a gloomy summer afternoon, so it was still comfortable but not too hot. Views are on point being right on Commencement Bay, and on clear days, with views of the mountains. Their menu is extensive and they have so many tasting sounding options! I wasn't sure what to expect in terms of pricing but it's pretty steep. I went with the Unforgettable Cod Taco (there's an option to get one or two) which comes with a side of chips and salsa, for $28. Pricy for a lunch item an for it only being one taco - but I quickly backpedaled my thoughts when I got my order because this thing was the size of a BURRITO, not a taco! I literally didn't even attempt picking it up because it was gonna all fall on my plate or I wouldn't be able to set it down once I started. So I just ate the insides with a fork LOL. It was overall pretty tasty and the perfect fresh option for lunch. I also had a dinghy of their award winning chowder which you can NEVER go wrong with - I was the only person at the table who didn't order the chowder bread bowl, but I wanted to try something new. It's been years since I've been to a Duke's so it was a good reminder of how solid they are! read more

Such a beautiful place with great options that highlight the PNW! Everything is made fresh. They have natural sodas that taste amazing and leave you feeling great after. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and has great recommendations. I ordered the espresso martini and my boyfriend ordered the blood orange margarita. I loved the margarita! I have been here quite a few times and definitely will be back. More on the expensive side but well worth. read more

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Dukes is one of my favorite seafood restaurants in the PNW! I haven't eaten at this location in years. Came in solo without a reservation so just asked to sit in the bar area. For being busy, I was extremely impressed with how fast my food came out + how attentive the bar tenders were. Service was incredible, food was delicious + it was fun to sit at the bar with a different view. Def stop in here when you can! I had the coconut shrimp, chowder + salad combo + grapefruit nirvana cocktail. You can sub Parmesan for bleu cheese if not a fan! read more

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This restaurant was good, but overall the food didn't wow us like I was hoping it would. One thing that I really liked about this restaurant is, they are a clean eating establishment. No GMO's, no high fructose corn syrup, and locally sourced meat and produce. We sat outside on the patio which was overlooking the harbor and a pretty view. They have heaters outside to keep you warm. (Note: the tables are pretty Close together, and the people next to us had their heater up full blast, and it was a little uncomfortable for us with how hot it was). The service was great. Our waiter was super friendly and attentive. Food is pricey -- as you'd expect, I guess. Ordered: Chowder: 5/5 (dingy size is like 3 bites for $5) Deviled Eggs: 3.5/5 (tasted like an average deviled egg) Chipotle Burger: 5/5 (fries 4/5) Fish & Chips: 3.5/5 Crab Mac & Cheese: 4.5/5 Stuffed Salmon: 3.5/5 (the green beans outshined the seafood on this one for us) read more

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Duke's Seafood - Tacoma: Salmon, Crab, and a Front Row Seat to the Sound From start to finish, this place delivered. The wild salmon bites? Fantastic. The crab cakes? Perfectly done. And the wild salmon entrée... also outstanding. Basically, if it swam in the Pacific and ended up on my plate here, I loved it. The outside deck sits right on the Sound, with seaplanes taking off in the background - talk about dinner and a show. Our waitstaff were attentive without hovering, the drinks were strong and well-poured, and the sunshine just sealed the deal. If you want fresh seafood, great service, and a front-row view of the water, this is your spot in Tacoma! read more

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My wife and I have dined at Duke's too many times to count! We love the atmosphere, food, and always receive exceptional service! While it's the not the only game one the Tacoma waterfront, it is one of the best for sure! Ambiance: Location...location...location! Some of the best views of Commencement Bay, Vashon Island, and Rainier! Catch a sunny summer day on the deck and you won't regret it! If you're lucky, grab the proverbial "owner's table" - outside on deck in the corner - perfect views! Service: To be clear, we live in Olympia, so most if not all our visits have been for lunch or early dinner, typically when having to pick someone up from SEATAC or doing other business in Tacoma. We do make reservations whenever it is more than just the two of us, but whether with or without reservations we have rarely waited longer than 10-20 minutes. Server attention has always been immediate and well sustained through an entire meal - with "check-ins" always timely! Food: Nothing has ever disappointed us! Mind you, we come here strictly for sea food...so it is all I can speak to! New England-styled clam chowder...some of the best we've had in the area! Tho their other chowders and their cioppino are amazing too! Dungeness Crab "Un-cakes"...absolutely delicious - and lots of meat and little cake...as they say! Fish and chips (cod)... very good! Rockfish tacos...so good! Love all their Salmon presentations...Colonel Mustard, Duke's, and their Off-The Hook! And when King is running...always pop on their offerings at Duke's!! We haven't been to their other locations in the region as we usually eat at other places when we head north into the Seattle metro proper...but we will continue to hit up Duke's in Tacoma as it remains some of the best seafood in the area and always a great place to enjoy with family and friends! Cheers! read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - View from the outdoor deck and the "owner's table." - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

The restaurant has beautiful view water front, various style of seatings, and warm welcoming vibe. Our server was very friendly and attentive. She provided lots of info on popular menus and recommendations. We ordered crab & prawn stuffed for Halibut, Fish and Chips, Dungeness crab cake sandwich Combo (with lobster chowder). Fresh & Delicious seafood meals. Very very HAPPY:) read more

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Awesome food. The sourdough bread is to die for. Our server was very sweet. Love the ambiance. Love that the fish is sustainably caught. Only wish the servings were slightly larger - but that just means there is room for dessert!! read more

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Met a friend for happy hour and sat in the bar. Great service from the bartenders to match the atmosphere of welcoming warm spot in the water. I really enjoyed the chowder trio. When one of the chowders wasn't to my liking (my fault not there's, I don't like tomatoes) they replaced it with one I loved, the lobster bisque! A great experience and value for your money. read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - Chowder trio - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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Seet right on the water in Tacoma, this upscale seafood restaurant always comes through. Always feels like a special meal when you just go for nothing special. read more

We needed a quick, authentic, and delicious meal on the way to Olympic and Duke's answered the call! Our server was helpful and the views were nice, a foreshadowing of a great trip in the PNW! We enjoyed the award winning clam chowder and crab cakes, as well as the fish tacos, and kids fish and chips. My pickiest son got a hamburger, which he enjoyed. The french fries were also a hit! If you are looking for a local sampling of cold water treats in a nice setting, stop on by. read more

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We came here without a reservation and it was only a 35 minute wait which wasn't bad. We came during happy hour and got the crab cake dip, lobster risotto bites, crab cake sandwich, chipotle havarti burger, and fish and chips. The drinks were also reasonably priced and good! The food was very heavy and tasted pretty fresh. The crabcake sandwich was very rich and I could only eat half of it. The crab cake dip and lobster risotto bites were yummy and shareable. The view was incredible and we saw Mt Rainier and some sea lions as well. It is definitely pricy but the happy hour menu is worth it! read more

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Food, service and ambience are all top notch. Friendly staff and quick service. Beautiful sunset view. Highly recommended

Food was delicious! Pamela was our server and was absolutely amazing! She asked about allergies after I had ordered and completely saved the day because my order had something I was allergic to but wasn't listed on the menu! The ambiance was fantastic as we went around 6pm on a Tuesday and were immediately sat at a beautiful table on the deck. read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - California Chipotle Havarti Bacon Burger - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Many fun seafood options with super friendly service. We sat right near a window which overlooked the water a night. The marionberry pie was a winner for me, as was the seafood mac and cheese. read more

Honestly I don't get too excited about reviewing a chain but you gotta love Dukes! They are a local family owned chain so not the same as bigger national chains. I have eaten here several times. The classic new England chowder is the best but today I had the north by northwest which more of a cioppino style. Wonderful and as always love the view! read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - North by northwest cioppino style chowder - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

First time at Duke's in Tacoma and it didn't disappoint ! Based on what I ordered, the halibut filled with crab and prawns was a definite "5". Halibut was cooked to perfection! Also their freshly made sourdough bread was amazing and it was hard to stop eating it! I tried my husband's clam chowder and it was very flavorful! We sat out on the deck and the outdoor atmosphere along with the good food totally sold me on this place . We will definitely return on our next visit to Washington ! A bit pricey but for a special occasion or if you just want to treat yourself the seafood is amazing here! read more

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I can't tell you for how many years I've eaten at Duke, N.W. staple. Sat on the patio ordered the clams for an appetizer, would've liked a few more clam, I think we got about 20 clams for 20 bucks not a great deal. Also received a loaf of fresh hot sourdough. We ordered the chop salad ( looks small but was filling) as well as stuffed prawns. Service was amazing. Food was amazing and the staff were very friendly. Will definitely return. Minus the clams. read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - Big fat prawns - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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We have been to multiple Duke's locations. We've eaten here 2 out of the 4 times we tried due to it just being too dang busy. The food is decent, but not really worth a long wait. It gets loud and for some reason, they always sit us next to the busboy/server area. Not enjoyable. The one in DT Bellevue, though lacking a view, is a more enjoyable overall experience. read more

Golly! That was most delicious. We had a splendid time with such delectable dishes. I got the stuffed salmon and it sure stuffed me! Wow! Highly recommend trying out the clam chowder, it was sumptuous. I utilized the restrooms, and let me tell you cleanliness is their forte. One of the best private rooms to use in Tacoma. My only complaint would be...nothing! I could not complain about one darn thing! My party and I sure did not miss out on culinary performance. Did I mention that we got to witness the United States soccer team win their game and advance to round 16! Dukes really knows how to give their customers and unforgettable experience! I'll be sure to tell all my friends and confidants to keep Dukes as an option on their list for dinner options. THANKS DUKES. read more

Excellent service, excellent views, and excellent food. Duke's was an amazing stop for us on our trip in the PNW and while I had tons of amazing foodz it genuinely was my favorite. The clams appetizer was amazing, the crab cakes were amazing and the chowders were amazing. My husband isn't a fan of seafood but loved his burger he ordered. I highly recommend this place because you not only get a beautiful view you get amazing food. read more

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I was up in Tacoma for a class and asked for recommendations, Dukes was on the top of the list. I made a reservation for Friday night and was so happy because as we arrived for our table we heard wait times were one hour. This is a cute waterfront restaurant with panoramic views featuring Mt Rainer and mirror like water. The weather was beautiful and the food was great. We sat outside and enjoyed the perpetual evening sunshine. The sourdough bread is divine and so was the clam chowder. They have a wide selection of chowders, including a Cajun chicken version. I'm allergic to most seafood so I played it safe and ordered the burger. It was moist and delectable. The fries were also crispy and well seasoned. read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - Duke's Cheeseburger* small Award Winning Clam Chowder, sourdough bread - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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We were looking for some good clam chowder. This place is cute, it's definitely a bit pricey for quite a casual spot. Their award winning chowder was okay, not the best we've had but good. Now the lobster roll was absolutely delicious! The crab cake superb! And their Paloma was so refreshing and well made! Will be going back, just won't be having the chowder. Also, they came with the best warm bread and butter! Hit the spot! read more

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Food and service was great. I would go back again and try other items from their menu. read more

Duke's Seafood Tacoma - Rock Rockin' Rockfish Taco Combo, salmon dip, Unforgettable Sea Cod Tacos - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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Duke's never disappoints!! Although the chowders have changed a bit over the years, the ambiance and level of service has remained consistent. If you ate there years ago, you can be assured it will be relatively the same when you return! Very friendly hostess, smiles and welcomes when we arrived for a late lunch, early dinner on a weekday. We were sat right away at the perfect window seat where we even got to enjoy a fireboat show! First things first, the chowder! I've always ordered the chowder sampler (think they used to have 4) and this time was no different! Three completely unique and different chowders with my favorite being the Lobster, a bit sweet, super thick and very rich! The Crabby Deviled Egg was perfection, could have eaten half a dozen of them, with a creamy filling and just the right amount of crab. Since it was lunch hubby and I shared an entree, the Parmesan Crusted Halibut. Our server offered to split the plate for us which was nice and worked out perfect. Some restaurants charge for that, Duke's did not! The halibut was nice and firm, the sauce was drinkably delicious and there were just the right amount of capers. Quite expensive for a lunch but as with everything in life, you get what you pay for and sometimes you have to pay for the perfection of Duke's! read more

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Signed up my husband for his birthday - will get down there soon. A fun and enjoyable spot on the Ruston Way road. Even if we missed a window seat, the ambiance is still great! OH, and the food is always great!! Cheryl & Peter Burgess 253-339-1581 burgess0203@hotmail.com read more