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    Ivar's Seafood Bar

    4.0 (174 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    IVAR'S SEAFOOD BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Clams
    Derrick G.

    This is a good Ivar's Seafood Bar location. The food was very good and met my expectations, and the customer service was good.

    Wild Alaskan True Cod w/side Caesar salad
    Sara M.

    Friendly staff, reasonable prices, great menu and delicious seafood! Each time we're in Seattle, fish & chips at Ivars is a MUST!!! And it did not disappoint! Devoured the 3 piece Alaska True Cod with a fresh side Caesar. Love that they don't up charge for the salad vs. fries.

    Salmon Caesar
    Cameron D.

    Ivar's Seafood used to be a Seattle staple, but unfortunately, it's really gone downhill since becoming a chain. I recently ordered the salmon Caesar, and it was a huge disappointment. The salmon was nuked to hell, and the Caesar salad was just chopped romaine with a side of dressing--nothing else. And for this, I paid $22! For the price point, I don't think this place is worth it anymore. It's a shame because it used to be so good.

    Seafood combo

    Absolutely ridiculous this is nearly $20. $16 without tip for delivery (there's not even a fee). Never ordering again that's for sure, I'll be trying somewhere else. This tray is smaller than my hands (and I have small hands, I'm a woman).

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    Paul V.

    I have heard of Ivar's from the previous visit we had here in Seattle. If I'm not mistaken, they have their flagship restaurant in downtown Seattle. I've asked our local friend if there is a Ivar's branch close by and thankfully, they have one here at Bothell. Entering the local restaurant, I like the clean and bright vibe with clear indications of their menu. We ordered both their Alaska True Cod and Panko Crusted Cod, as well as their Clam Chowder. I love their Alaska True Cod the best. It has a slight crunch outside, but the moist flakey inside is sure a hit. With Seattle dishing out one of the best chowders around, Ivar's is no slouch. The the grander scheme of things, yes Ivar's is a head of the venerable Long John's by quite a margin. All I could remember of Long John's, though good, was its greasiness. None of that can be said at Ivar's as far as I can remember.

    Cheers Iced Tea
    Flora C.

    This is a very clean and consistent in food quality and service location. Staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. Service is on point every single time. Thank you Ivar's!

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    Kind of a fancy fast food vibe. I had the cod which was good (as usual) but the fish portions were tiny. It's a bit of a rip off. The fries that came with it were mediocre. No slaw, nothing else for your $15.

    Salmon 'N Chips
    Nadira Y.

    Tried the salmon and chips here as it was highly recommended by family who live in Seattle. We got our order to go. I think this place is best in quality when the food is eaten fresh within the restaurant as most items are fried. The fried salmon was great and a big portion (4 fish strips and fries). The tartar sauce cups provided were great to dip the fish in. The salmon bisque was nice and flavorful, but lacked salt I thought. If in Seattle again, I would try it again.

    3 Piece Cajun 'N Chips
    Casey M.

    I ordered for pick up on this late Wednesday evening, with my previous experience I expected up to date, better service or matched. Definitely on the lower scale as of today for accuracy, however, it's stating at 4 stars for the below reason. * I placed a pick up order for a 5 piece Cajun & chips and 5 piece Fish n chips for a friend of mine. Her order came out perfect, crisp and juicy. Mine did as well, however, the amount was incorrect. It was 3 provided instead of 5. HOWEVER. Without asking they did make a new batch of 5 without cost. It's delicious and refreshing with gal around the corner! * The slight spice really adds to the whole experience with my taste buds, nothing overdone all is crisp and perfectly done in my opinion. Even the salad, though small, was the topper of it all! Side Caesar for reference.

    Cod
    Katherine G.

    Really delicious and light cod. If you dont want the fries i believe you are charged for a substitution, i was. I had the slaw which i really did not like. I had fries on my first visit which were good i would prefer to not always have fries. The staff is really helpful and they have a variety of malt vinegars but everything else comes in packets

    Cashea S.

    The curly haired kid with glasses was an awesome employee. He absolutely went above and beyond to help us decide what we wanted since it was our first visit. We went with the Cajun fish and chips, the clams, a Cesar salad and a cup of chowder. You absolutely don't taste the fish in the fish or the chowder and it's amazing. I've had a lot of fishy tasting food, but this was not the case. Everything was just perfect. From the base of the chowder to the batter on the fish, it was so good we said we will be eating there again. There is lots of seating and clean tables at that. You can easily come here for lunch or dinner and be satisfied.

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    A Seattle favorite and doesn't disappoint in Bothell. Infamous chowder, cod and other seafood favorites.

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