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    Taylor Shellfish Oyster Bar

    4.1 (869 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Bars, American
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    TAYLOR SHELLFISH OYSTER BAR ATMOSPHERE

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

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    View from the bar! Amazing staff and service!
    Jeffery H.

    My wife and I arrived in Seattle. Once settled in our hotel, we walked to Taylor's for dinner. We get comfortable at the bar where we get introduced to Carmel our bartender and server. Little did we know that we would spend an amazing 2+ hours of not stop fun! We ordered the epic Shuckers Dozen. We had no idea how diverse oysters can be. They served the in pairs of oysters from different regions. If you order help yourself enjoy them by starting o. The outside working to the middle. What a treat! We next moved on to the Cesar Salad and the Northwest Chowder featuring the Geoduck clams. It's the absolute best Chowder we've ever had! If you don't get here whether you live in the Seattle area or just visiting, you're missing out on a true gem of a restaurant! Between the great service, food and music. We sealed in at strangers and out a family! We're going to miss this place when we return home! Thank you for the epic experience!

    Virginia Totten oysters, dirty martini, beer
    Barbara K.

    We love Taylor Shellfish and were excited to have their special Valentine's Day menu. Started with a good dirty martini and Holy Mountain Black beer-a little too earthy for my husband. Then 1/2 dz Virginia Totten oysters! So delicious! Next Dungeness Crab Cake- very disappointing. Both breading and crab tough and chewy. Scallop Crudo was fantastic! Black Cod was also really good with a wonderful crisp skin! Gnocchi we didn't like. Chewy and the teeny tiny "Manila" clams were also chewy. Sauce was good-all sauces were good. Server suggested an Albarino wine which i really liked. Dessert was Cardamom Panna Cotta, yummy. Service was very good

    Clam chowder and MATCHA'DO ABOUT NOTHING
    Diana C.

    Have been attempting to try this spot for a while and finally made it happen! Their patio is almost never open even in summer and we have come by with our dog before to try but no dice. The food is really good though and we would definitely come back for more if their patio opened up more (we are usually walking our dog when in the area). The server was very knowledgeable about the menu and helpful in answering our questions about the food. The indoor ambiance is nice, though the tables are a little close together and I imagine it's lovely on the patio when it's nice out. It's pricey but honestly worth it if you're looking for good seafood in the area.

    Roasted Brussel Sprouts
    David K.

    tl;dr - fresh seafood, not many cooked options, can be pricey for the portion I came here for a quick lunch when my parents were visiting recently. The place was completely empty at 1pm on a Tuesday so we were able to be seated immediately. The food did not disappoint with the seafood being fresh and with good flavor. Roasted Brussel Sprouts - nicely cooked with good coating of balsamic sauce. Steamed mussels in garlic butter sauce - delicious and well cooked. I personally like the sauce a little thicker and richer. Geoduck crudo - fresh with an interesting red pepper sauce. The siphon was crunchy while the body was soft and chewy Caesar Salad - nicely dressed with fresh ingredients. I really liked the flavor and texture of the anchovies. Service was friendly but I was expecting them to be a little more attentive given there were no other customers at that time. This location is right across from Seattle Center and parking is metered and on the street.

    Oysters
    Brooke C.

    The service was great! The server was really knowledgeable about the product and gave excellent oyster recommendations that were spot on. Husband got the prawn roll and it was incredible as well. Managed to slip in during a layover and would make it a point to visit them again to try more of the menu. Amazing local spot. It's so quaint it's the perfect spot for a dinner date.

    Inside
    Jongjet K.

    A truly lovely experience at Taylor Shellfish Farms! The fresh seafood, especially the mixed oyster set, is definitely the main attraction here. The service was polite, though maybe a bit more reserved than what we've enjoyed at their other branches. Just a small tip for other visitors: the building's parking garage for $4-$6 is quite convenient. Also, be aware of the automatic 18.9% service charge. Overall, a great place for seafood

    Oyster happy hour
    Anvita S.

    Enjoyed the happy hour oysters, bread and butter and baked oysters. Convenient to stop by after visiting the space needle

    Sophia H.

    Came for a half dozen oysters and a couple cocktails, left knowing we found our favorite neighborhood spot. Staff was warm and taught us so much, Hannah was awesome and crafted a killer special cocktail. We'll certainly be back!

    DAILY FEATURED OYSTER*, GEODUCK SASHIMI*
    Megan S.

    Came for the happy hour -- great oysters and great service! Our server was super friendly and helpful. She was knowledgeable and attentive. The oysters tasted super fresh! The geoduck sashimi had a really interesting crunchy but still soft texture. It was sweet, seafood-y, overall a really interesting and tasty meal

    NORTHWEST GEODUCK CHOWDER
    Michelle S.

    A nice spot near the Space Needle. It was decently busy when we came in but were seated immediately. They have a unique Geoduck Chowder which is a then velvety texture and deliciously creamy. Only downside for me was that I couldn't tell what was the Geoduck in it, the pieces are small and minced. We did the oyster sampler platter which featured 2 or 3 from each type of oyster offered. This was an awesome was to try them all and compare. Last we ordered the Geoduck sashimi. Similar to conch sashimi it has a bit of a soft crunch texture. Would recommend all items tried today!

    Crab and aioli
    Trojandux F.

    Such a great meal and experience. We started with fresh oysters and then cocktail sauce. It was fantastic. Clean oysters, even my daughter was like "these are really good." We then had the steamed clams and baguette. Very flavorful and bread was crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle perfect for dipping in the clam broth. We finished with the dungeonous crab. The crab was good but the aioli made it and took it up a notch. Highly recommend. My wife had the stuff sole and was very happy. Highly recommend for a more local experience.

    PICKLED VEGETABLES
    Kia A.

    I had dinner here with my husband. We liked their fresh oysters and we enjoyed the seafood courses they have. The service was fast, the bathroom was clean, and the receptionist and crew were all accommodating. Not in the photo but we also ordered Moqueca and that turned out to be my favorite among all the dishes we ordered. The ambiance is ideal for dinner with friends or co-workers after a long day.

    Paloma
    Susan M.

    Perfect spot for a rest and some oysters. The Caesar salad was a surprising standout and the bread was fresh and warm. In addition to the oysters of course. The server was very chill but super helpful.

    SALISH SAMPLER* and MACRINA BAGUETTE

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    This is it, the emperor of Seattle dive bars. Inimitable. Sui generis. My favorite place to hang…read moreout in downtown Seattle when bad decisions and fun are on my agenda. Time without number I've found myself here, be that first dates, my birthday, or New Year's Eve, and it always feels like home. If home were a clown/carnival themed acid trip of a pinball arcade bar, that is. And what's not to love about that? The bar tenders here are cool and friendly people who pour drinks with a heavy hand, and understand the mission: get the patrons who want to be drunk, drunk. The first few times I visited, I felt a leeriness about ordering food. But once I got over myself, I kinda fell in love with the menu, and I've probably eaten everything on it (including the clam chowder). Their hot dogs are wonders to behold, utter symphonies for the senses, and I refuse to visit Shorty's without getting one. Best dog in Seattle? Why yes. I think so. To paraphrase one reviewer: "Take your date here. If she doesn't like it, she's lame and you shouldn't waste your time with her anyways." Shorty's is the bomb.

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    Host and bar area
    Manzoku Izakaya
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    Art work from the ceiling !!!
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    4.3
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    Locally owned & operated
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    Customer service 11/10. Our server Mary was extremely knowledgeable on the drinks and food menu…read more Extremely helpful with alternatives. Such a wonderful and overall best restaurant experience EVER! I would recommend everybody go here especially because of the friendly, most welcoming service we received visiting here!

    READ THIS. I'm very excited to tell you this horrible story pleaseeeee read it. Just to let you…read moreknow the waiter was rude from the moment we walked in.So I came into this restaurant with my old friend to have some yummy food and we sat down. My friend asked for a frozen margarita but the waiter in a very rude way said we don't do that here. Whatever. Very rude and upset my friend. We did have plans after this so we were excited to get our food ordered but this waiter decided to ignore us for a good 20 mins before FINALLY taking our order (place was not very busy) and before he did he'd periodically walk by and glare at us. Ridiculous. When we got the food I took a bite of the hatch chilli rellono (I'm bad at spelling) which was NOT advertised as being spicy. But I myself like spicy things so it wouldn't have been an issue except when I took a bite of one of the two and it BURNED. This dish was not supposed to be spicy at all. It was bad and I had to spit it out. Very spicy as in bad. My stomach hurt a lot from the extreme ness. Meanwhile my friend was confused. She ate the whole one she had been eating then went on to finish mine thinking I was crazy for my reaction. She took a bite and was surprised very much by the spiciness!!!! Her stomach hurt a lot too. So for some reason there was a hot spot. Sabatoge? I'm not against it as when the waiter came back and we told him the story he didn't look shocked at all and even hid a laugh. HORRIBLE. But the non spicy one was good said my friend. I'll never know. Come here at your own risk. Not to mention how hot it was when they had a perfectly fine working ac. The food left us sick for hours. 3/10 ( I gave three since the non sabatoged one was good)

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    4.2
    (312 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    This is exactly what a neighborhood sports bar should be. The wings came out hot, crispy, and…read morepacked with flavor, and the loaded fries were seriously on point. I'd eat both fresh at the bar instead of taking them home because this kind of food is better straight out of the kitchen. No online ordering, no fancy gimmicks--just cold drinks, sports on TV, and damn good wings. And no ranch? Respect.

    As folks visiting from the South, we appreciate good food and genuine hospitality, and Vindicktive…read moreBar and Wings in Seattle absolutely delivered. From the moment we walked in, we felt right at home thanks to Dom, one of the owners. He was an excellent host and a true professional who went out of his way to make our group of out-of-town guests feel welcome.The food itself was fantastic. The wings were great and cooked to perfection, coming out incredibly crispy on the outside while remaining juicy on the inside. Since we love a little heat, we tried the Habanero sauce along with the Reaper sauce. Both delivered a serious, flavorful kick that satisfied our craving for spice. To wash it all down, we paired the wings with an excellent local beer on tap, which rounded out the meal perfectly.Finding a spot that nails both the food and the service can be rare when traveling, but this place knocked it out of the park. It was a highlight of our trip to the Pacific Northwest. We highly recommend stopping by if you are in the area. Solid 5 out of 5 stars!

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