A Must-Visit Spot for Locals and Visitors Alike! Every time I visit my brother and best friend, stopping here is *non-negotiable* -- it's that good! The vibe is unmatched, and the customer service is always phenomenal. Happy hour is my absolute favorite. My go-to order? A dozen fresh oysters and the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth soft shell crab. Pair it all with a perfectly matched glass of wine, and it's a culinary experience you won't forget. Whether you're a local or just visiting, this spot is a must. The food, drinks, and atmosphere are everything you could ask for. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

if you like oysters this is your spot to check out! oh my gosh they have quiet the selection. it must be 75% of their menu. it smells like salt water when u come in is there is live shellfish and they shuck the oysters right for everyone to watch. it's very small and not much seating so if you come at rush hour be prepared to wait, although it's worth it. def check out the dungeones crab (idek how to spell it haha) caesar salad. i'd come back just for this. read more

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Very friendly service, no wait on a Sunday night! It's a very casual place with open tanks showing all the seafood :) We got the shrimp and crab dip, chowder, and shucker's dozen. at the other location, they introduce the names and flavors of each oyster but here they only did the names (unsure if that is just a server thing or a location thing). The dip and chowder were AMAZING - the dip was very flavorful, baked well and the toasted chips were very well covered in butter. The chowder had geoduck and was some of the best I've tried in Seattle! read more

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I really wanted to go to the actual oyster location on the water but it was too far for my weekend Seattle trip. I was so pleased to find out they had locations throughout the city so I popped in on a Saturday around 5pm and was seated immediately. There are oysters in water in the middle of the restaurant which was pretty cool. My friend and I split 12 oysters as well as the ceviche. The oysters were incredibly fresh and briny which I loved. I thought the ceviche could have used a little extra something, maybe some hint of spice or additional flavor? But it was nonetheless very fresh as well. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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the best happy hour oysters!!! whenever we visit seattle, we always make room to stop by just to get the oysters here during their happy hour Mon-Fri 2pm-4pm!! freshest oysters i've ever had during a HH read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Happy Hour Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Only here for the oysters! So fresh and so good. It's a super casual place down the street from the Reserve. I tried 5 different kinds of the ones they had available that day. Got recommendations from the staff but the Virginica ended up being my favorite! They don't offer dressings like they do down south but that way you can really taste the brine and different flavors of the oysters (although I could've done with a little hot sauce ) Honestly, if I'm ever up in Seattle, I'm gonna make my way to their actual farm that's about an hour? away from downtown. This is a must stop if you're wanting oysters and you're in Seattle. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Really enjoyed this place on Monday. There were hardly anyone just a few groups. The menu was rather short and some were sold out, but still I take it. No wait in line and no rush. This was a choice for one day late Mother's Day dinner with my daughter who enjoys my favorites. Lately that being raw oysters We ordered 3 of small to medium oysters and half dozen Pacific. I usually pick some random and pacific. Today's winner was beach blossom.. I think that was the name. bad memory and no menu picture. I will have more of those next time. Usually Pacific is my favorite but I thought beach blossom was better in taste. The side bread with lots of butter was really good too. The leek dish was not my favorite. Grilled oysters with Korean sauce was ok, I'd rather have less sauce flavor and enjoy oyster. Wish they had the Rockefeller. Overall we enjoyed the oysters and will definitely come back on Tuesday! The staff said whats served on Monday are left over from weekends. No wonder short menu.. read more

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Love Taylor Shellfish! If you're looking for oysters, look no further. Portion size for most of their other items are on the smaller side so if you came here for dinner, you'll probably need to order at least 5-6 plates between two people. Otherwise, they have happy hour which I would highly recommend you check out. Believe it's 2-4pm M-F! Will be back, likely for lunch or happy hour instead. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Every time I come to Seattle I go to one of their downtown locations. Not sure is this one in particular is the OG but you can tell this place has been long established. It's hard to describe the experience here. You walk in and in the middle of the restaurant are these large vats filled with oysters, clams and mussels! These are literally the freshest oysters around. Most of the non raw bar items they serve are excellent. Go for a lunch and dinner or a quick dozen and a cold one. Love this place. The service is warm and friendly. The servers seem really proud to work there. When do you see that! read more

What's Seattle without seafood? On my list, it was a must for me to try seafood in Seattle. I'm extremely grateful that Jennifer L. my tour guide, suggested we get our hands on some oysters here in the PNW! After exploring Pike's Place, we made our way up to Taylor Shellfish Farm for their happy hour which is offered 2:00-4:00 p.m. (check location as times vary). We came without reservations on a weekday and were immediately sat and helped. Throughout our short experience, service was satisfactory and our food came out in adequate time. The restaurant makes you feel as if you're in a kitchen--a casual, lowkey, and fun experience. They pride themselves on high standard, quality shellfish, served sustainably which is valuable in this day and age. Due to hanging out during happy hour, our selections were limited. We chose to order the Oyster du Jour, Geoduck Sashimi, and NoLa Style Baked Oyster. Now I don't often eat oysters and can't gauge the flavor profiles but we agreed for the price of $2.25 it was a steal (as of September 2023). The oysters had a clean brine to it while being plump in size. Paired with a little squeeze of lemon and tangy mignonette, it was well-balanced. The geoduck was complex as we'd both never tried it. We tried both the belly and siphon and noted the texture was similar to a clam and calamari in one. The taste itself was mildly firm but we appreciated the wasabi soy sauce which added more flavor. My friend also got the baked oyster and said it was okay but masked by the cheese. Beloved by locals and tourists, if you're looking for oysters then Taylor Shellfish Farm is a fantastic option. They have several locations in Washington and ship items online as well. Parking is limited to the street or parking garage. As a tourist, I highly recommend coming here for affordable, fresh, and tide-to-table shellfish. read more

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Decently good seafood place. They have a large selection of oysters and seafood. They also have geoduck which is one of the reasons we came. We also ordered cracked crab but it was pretty small. The crap was prob about 1 pound which is unpleasant. Also the crab comes with the head, but it's filled with their special sauce so if you looking for crab brains, be ready to be disappointed. read more

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I came here to try the oysters, and they were very fresh with a good variety to sample. Definitely on the pricey side, but that's expected for the quality. I liked that the waitress introduced each type of oyster and where they were from--you can really taste and notice the significant differences between them. I might come back to try some of their other items, like the geoduck. It's tough to get a seat, even during off-peak hours. I just wanted to have a quick oyster snack. One cool feature is the live seafood in mini-tanks at the center of the diner--it really showcases the freshness, and you can see exactly what you're getting. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Shucker's Dozen - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My partner and I came on a rainy day during our trip in Seattle for a snack and the restaurant was still packed! We were seated by the door on these barstools looking out to the street, but thanks to the angling of the doorway, we didn't really feel the cold air rush in each time it was opened. This restaurant is smaller and the tables were arranged in mainly 4 seats, perhaps putting some together could accommodate a larger group of 8. We noticed there are running water tanks in the middle of the restaurant where they sell fresh oysters and other seafoods. Thought that was a unique touch! We ordered the Rockfish ceviche, uni with toast, one baked oyster, and two dozen raw oysters. Just FYI, as stated on the website, a 18.9% service charge will be charged for in house dining to help support their staff! Rockfish ceviche - I really liked this dish! I think it was delicious and citrusy and I couldn't stop eating it with the little fluffy chips they give you. I appreciated the portion size, I was able to get a chunk of fish with every bite and the jalapeños weren't too spicy so it gave it a nice kick. The chewiness of the rockfish was a great texture and the amount of chips they give you is supple! Usually for ceviche or a dip, I feel like there sometimes isn't enough toast, chips, etc. But they do a great job with portioning here. Uni with toast - Again great portioning where you get a piece of uni per piece of toast. Really loved the crunchiness of the toast to really allow you to taste and get the texture of the fresh uni. Huge fan of uni and this place has good ones! Their raw oysters here are delectable! Super fresh, clean, and tasty! We started off with one dozen and really enjoyed the Virginicas (they may be my new favorite oyster next to my OG Kumamotos; I think they taste equally delicious but the Virginicas are definitely larger in size than some Kumas). I would definitely recommend coming during happy hour if possible. We ended up ordering another dozen during happy hour (2pm-4pm) when the clock struck 2! Each oyster is generally $3-4 so happy hour is the way to go. Try to be patient with service as they have servers not only helping tables, but I think also helping to bag the seafood that they sell in the tanks. Sometimes you will have to ask for water frequently with their small glasses. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Baked oyster and fresh uni with toast - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Overall, oysters were fresh and clean. Always consistent. However, this was my first time having the NoLa baked oysters and they were a bit under salted. The garlic and butter seasoning was tasty but was also a tad overwhelming. Service was great. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Shuckers Dozen* - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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My husband and I came here for their happy hour which is between 2-4pm on weekdays. We made it in around 3pm and were able to get some seats. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side and they have tanks where you can see some of the fresh seafood. We got the happy hour oysters which for that day was the Kumamoto and Fatty Bs, we personally both liked the Kumamoto smaller oysters much more. The Fatty Bs were bigger but also saltier and brinier. Even the Kumamoto oysters were milky in mouthfeel and kind of had a salty taste which normally they are on the sweeter side. We also tried the geoduck sashimi which was good but idk if I would spend the money to order again. Reminded me of a crunchy raw scallop. The oysters here were definitely fresh and tasty but to me I still prefer the oysters in Houston/Louisiana. Overall, a solid place for oysters if you're craving them! read more

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We are a long time fan of Taylor Shellfish farm .. simply because of their fat bastards oyster. It's by far the best oyster out there: super delicious, crunchy , fresh, such great texture . We've been to their farm to buy raw oysters, and have been to their other restaurants downtown . Recently we came here twice .. Happy Hour price is a good deal on Oysters . they don't have the same oysters on the Happy Hour menu . The staff could be a little more friendly . some of them didn't act too happy Try the baguette too . such good bread and it came with very good whipped butter Can't wait to come back again for more yummy oysters read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - A dozen of fat bastards - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Went there on a business trip on a rainy Tuesday night. The four of us ordered the platter(?) and some geoduck chowder. The chowder was amazing and the oysters too. We had the pleasure of having Monica as our waitress (excellent service)!! read more

Super stoked to try west coast oysters! We ordered the Shucker's dozen! I don't remember the exact assortment of oysters on the platter, but I recognize the names Fat Bastards, Sumo Kumomotos, and Petite Pacifics. They were clean, fresh, and delicious! There was a good combo of sweet and briny oysters. The geoduck sashimi was intriguing and tempting, but we didn't want to be too full for dinner. Taylor's Shellfish is very popular! This location has limited seating and no reservations. We were lucky that we came at an off-peak hour as an afternoon snack . Not cheap for sure - for a dozen of oysters, we spent $55, which included the tax and automatic 18.9% service charge (aka tip). But still definitely a must try in Seattle! I'm excited to try Taylor Shellfish Farms one day and eat freshly shucked oysters right by the waters. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Shucker's Dozen Oyster Platter - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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What we ordered: - Rockfish ceviche - Whole dungeness crab - Shucker's dozen Right when we walked into Taylor's Shellfish, we knew from the open tanks of seafood table-side that we were in for a treat! We started with the rockfish ceviche that had great quality fish with a very soft texture. Ceviche was very acidic and had a slight sweetness to it. The whole dungeness crab was the best quality crab we have eaten with a nice sweetness to the firm leg meat and soft body meat. The house OMG! sauce was comprised of the rich juice from the crab which tasted creamy and sweet, the perfect complement. The shucker's dozen (which varies in selection) consisted of XS Pacific, Fat Bastard, Sumo Kumo, Shigoku, Kumamoto, and Pacific Petite oysters. Our favorites of the bunch were the Fat Bastard, Sumo Kumo, and Shigoku. These were the best quality oysters we have had so far, and would definitely come back! read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I'll start by saying I've been to many Taylor locations, many times. While my favorite (and the most magical) is Samish, the Melrose location is an amazing venue for fresh seafood and drinks. For special occasions, we often get steamers to-go. It's the only place in Washington where I've reliably found geoduck. Dining-in is also wonderful. They gave a great selection of wines and beers to accent their food. The oysters are a must: especially the Fat Bastards. On our most recent trip, we were treated to fresh uni. It was an amazing preparation: served on ice with a side of crostini. It was perfect. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Uni - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Food was great! Always loved the food there. However the manager there was awful. We had a huge party and waited over 2 hours. We were planning on ordering a lot of food but he refused to get us a bigger table or sit us to 2 tables. When asked nicely to see if he can accommodate us, he was rude and raised his voice. Other customers were looking.. so yeah, not going to return. read more

Freshest seafood I have ever tasted!!! WITH the nicest, most informed servers who are happy to point out on a map where each oyster came from!!! Tanks of fresh oysters, clams, and crabs decorate the fun, casual eatery. Cannot recommend this place enough!!! read more

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On our way back from the Starbucks Roastery, we say this restaurant and thought we should try some of the local seafood options. We gave our name to the host who called out to us once a table was ready, in 10 mins of so. This was on a weekday evening about an hour before closing. Ambiance was chill, casual, and it smelt like the ocean with fresh fish/seafood in the center of the restaurant. Service was a little slow especially the long wait after we got our table (and a mix of friendly and unfriendly) but the food came out super quick. We ordered a Nola baked oyster, geoduck (pronounced gooey-duck, how fun!) sashimi, and salmon tartare. The only thing that was tasty was that one oyster. The geoduck was ok but the dressing (lemon turmeric) didn't taste like anything at all. The "meat" was also harder than I expected but maybe that's geoduck, so we were fine with it. The salmon tartare was the worst of the lot. Yes, it's cured salmon but so much salt??? We finished off all the crackers with just itty bitty pieces of salmon to offset the salt and we were still unsuccessful. We also told our server that the salt is off the charts but we were only given a "well it is cured" sort of reply vs accountability of either getting us a new dish or comping it off our bill. To pay about $25 per dish and get subpar food is not ok. Either way, would not return. I think there are much better places elsewhere. read more

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The food is good. The oyster selection and variety are incredible. The geoduck with Tigre de leche. The service is lackluster at best. None of the staff are enthusiastic nor helpful really. But the food is fresh. And SERVICE Charge for all size parties 18.9% an includes so don't tip extra. read more

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This place is located next to Starbucks Reserve. First you scan the QR code at the entrance and plug in your details to get in line. Then they call you when your table is ready. This place has a good selection of fresh oysters. We ordered 18 assortment of oysters including a couple of Fat Bastards. Haha, they turned out to be my favorites but not sure how they got their names. You can see all the live oysters in the middle of the restaurant and the cook picking them up to shuck and plate. We also ordered soup, bread, poke but the oysters were the best. Great service and nice ambience. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Really good oysters. Super large and well worth the price. The geoduck sashimi was a hidden gem. read more

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Food is good. But We originally came for Happy Hour to enjoy oysters, but no one told us that we had to order only one specific kind to get the Happy Hour price. When we got the bill, we were still charged the regular price. This is very unprofessional and shows poor customer service. Staff should clearly inform customers about such conditions in advance. We ended up paying more without getting the Happy Hour deal, which was extremely disappointing. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The oysters are always amazing here, but we do miss the buffalo fried oyster deviled eggs. They were amazing! Service is always great too.

Taylor Shellfish is widely regarded as one of the best place to get oysters in Seattle. I took a visiting friend here, and we were happy with our meal and the service. Our server was quite knowledgeable about every oyster on our sample plate. She patiently explained all six varieties that we tried, and this made our experience all the more enjoyable. There were a few sides and appetizers that I would've liked to try, as I'm not a big oyster person, but I'll have to come back for that. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Sample plate - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I loved the baked oysters here with the cheese on top. The fresh oysters were good as well--and I'm not even a huge oyster fan. The happy hour deal was really good and the staff was very nice and welcoming! They have a few locations around the city as well! read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Fresh Oyster du Jour - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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So fresh and great service! Have come here several times and it always is so good. The smoked dip is amazing. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Caesar Salad* - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Came here for happy hour and got a couple dozen raw oysters. Great deal and always fresh delicious options. The staff was really nice and recommended a few different things off their menu. It's a fun spot to grab a quick bite or happy hour like my group did. Parking isn't too bad but can get really busy. This is a must stop if you're visiting seattle. Check out melrose market while you're in the area. read more

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The oysters, clam chowder and the curry dish were all amazingly good! I didn't expect this. But anything that is not fishy is good in my book. Great service and clean places. I highly recommend this place for seafood. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Curry dish - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

They have reasonable happy hour times, but oysters are still $2.25 each. Compared to other restaurants in the area, it seem like $2+ is the average for oyster happy hour. Our waitress was very helpful in explaining the oysters and specials! We were also intrigued to see the tanks of oysters on open display. It didn't take long for our order or smoked oyster dip and a dozen oysters to come out. I wish the oyster dip was warm; it tasted like your average refrigerated dip with kettle chips. Our oysters were clearly very fresh, but they were very small. We also got a side of horseradish, which is an additional charge, but I liked their vinegary sauce that the oysters came with. Overall, I think this place is great if you love oysters, but I think there are competitors that are also worth a try. read more

Taylor Shellfish Farms - Smoked Oyster Dip, Happy Hour Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My second time here now and the oysters are just as fresh as I remember them to be years ago! There's definitely a reason that this place has such a great reputation in Seattle; tourists + locals always come back. We stopped by here for a mid-day snack and there was a 20-30 minute wait at 3:00 PM on a Friday. Happy hour is poppin' here! $2.25 for the daily oyster is an excellent deal considering the quality. The petite pacific oysters have a nice clean brine and paired perfectly with the tangy mignonette. My favorite is definitely the kumamoto oysters though! Oh my goodness. If you love oysters, you NEED to try these for their sweetness and light brine. I also tried the geoduck sashimi for $10 at happy hour. Pretty decent portion. They give an equal amount of firm and tender pieces from the trunk. I like that they give soy sauce for dipping! Very fresh. read more

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Oysters and more oysters. That's why you should go. Tried chowder. If you like spicy, then it's your style. Good thing I had bread from elsewhere to go with it. There's no to go on oysters so don't ask, don't whine, find a parking spot, and sit yourself down. And yes pay the added service fee. read more

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Loved the whole experience here! My husband and I came for an early dinner on Sunday to avoid the crowds and was seated within 10 minutes of arriving! Loved seeing how fresh their oysters are when you walk in My husband and I ordered the mussels, oysters & bread and loved our whole mean. Everything tasted so fresh and sweet, will definitely be back when we visit again! read more

Oysters are always fresh and delicious. If you're ordering anything else, don't expect the portions to be that much. Usually only come for apps and then go somewhere else. It's a smaller restaurant with a good portion of it being taken up by the oyster tanks. Cute little seafood spot for some quick apps. read more

I'm very disappointed with my visit. * They completely ignored the waitlist and seated other parties before us. * When I was finally seated, the seat was wet. I asked for it to be wiped, but the waiter just pretended to wipe it without actually cleaning it. * They automatically added a 19% tip to the bill. I usually tip generously (around double the tax), but with this level of service, it felt undeserved. I won't be coming back. read more

Everything was great. Oyster dip has a little too much mayo with less chips. It's a small spot but seafood were fresh and delicious. The service was great as well. I would come back. read more

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