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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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    4.3
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    1.0 mi
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    Came here after we heard about happy hour $2 oysters. We ordered half a dozen and I got a…read morestrawberry negroni to sip on. Strawberry Negroni: The negroni was quite good and not very bitter at all. Oysters: the oysters were super fresh and so yummy. We enjoyed it so much we ordered another half dozen. Roasted Oysters: We also ordered the roasted oysters which were also great but we felt the panko breadcrumbs gave it a weird texture. Overall, great oysters for happy hour. The place is also super cute and well decorated, and our server was a beautiful man. Would come back again!

    Walking Pike Market area and I needed to take a break. Then,,,,, I found Happy Hour sign here!…read moreThey just opened but half of seats were already occupied. Must be good! When I got inside, the receptionist asked me table or counter, I was by myself so whichever is fine so she escorted me to the counter seat. It's a good size of the restaurant whether you're dining solo, enjoying a date night, or catching up with friends and family. I ordered half dozen of the oysters on the half shell-shucker's choice and mini-tini. When I ordered at the counter, the staff said I can pick mini-tini from regular martini menu. Oh, that's great. So, I chose "i dream of aquavit" and she told me "it's a little bit weird flavor, is it okay?" What? What's mean weird flavor? But I was interested in, so I told her I'd like to know "weird flavor" lol! Shortly, my "weird flavor(lol)" mini-tini came and it looked cute, taste was okay. I don't like sweet cocktail, so it's good for me but hard to explain by words. lol! My half dozen of oysters on the half shell, fresh, sweet sea flavor, and yum!! I enjoyed my break time and I'd like to come back & try regular menu!!!

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    Old Stove Brewing - Pike Place

    Old Stove Brewing - Pike Place

    4.3
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    Keep coming back here for amazing food! Dined there many times and food was absolutely fantastic…read moreand so many great food to choose. I came there for dinner and had the Bacon Clam Chowder and Pepperoni pizza which taste so good. They have good quality of food and everything taste so wonderful. The place was so nice and they have great setting. The ambiance was so pleasant. Nice experience dining there.

    Came in on a Friday night and learned that Old Stove Brewing gets busy for a reason! All the…read moreoutdoor tables were full when we arrived at 6, so we put our name on the list for inside and waited about 30 minutes. The oysters were the main draw for me, and they were totally worth the visit. Old Stove serves them with a savory watermelon sauce in addition to a traditional cocktail sauce--eaten together, it's a flavor explosion that I can't quite describe. We also enjoyed the garlic everything fries, which were delicious! We just had to try a flight to sample the brews. There are some really good beers available here, especially the Belgian blonde, citra pale ale, and the stout. I did not really care for the seasonal sour (grapefruit, I think)--to me, it just tasted like a sour and nothing more, but someone with more interest in sour beers would probably enjoy it just fine. Despite the busy night, our server checked on us regularly and was very personable, stopping to chat with us about the local sports scene. There's plenty to look at, inside and out. If you can snag a seat outside, you'll get to enjoy the waterfront. Inside, the decor is industrial but fun. Not sure if this runs all the time, but when we were there, the tvs were playing vintage beer ads, which was quite fun. They also sell some pretty good t-shirt designs. Overall, Old Stove Brewing is the perfect combo of good location, good food, and good beer. Definitely recommend a visit when in the Pike Place area!

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    Elliott's Oyster House

    Elliott's Oyster House

    3.9
    (4.9k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$

    Needed a quick bite and some oysters on a sunny day, so Elliott's Oyster House was the perfect…read morestop. I was able to get seated outside in the shade with a great view of the water. I ordered the clam chowder and, of course, oysters. The oysters were all amazing, with a great variety to choose from. They were shucked really well and came with both a mignonette sauce and a jalapeño sauce, which paired nicely with them. They are a bit pricey, but that's oysters for you. The restaurant itself is pretty big, though it can get packed during peak hours. If you're driving, just know there's no nearby parking since it's located on the waterfront, so you'll likely have to park a few blocks away. Overall, a great spot if you're craving fresh oysters with a view.

    As a Seattle native, I've been down to the waterfront countless times, but have never eaten at…read moreElliott's until recently, and now I know why. It's located on prime waterfront and we dined outside on the deck, which was fantastic, but the food and service left a lot to be desired. We started with the manila clams and they forgot to bring our crostini. By the time they brought it, the clams were getting cold. It was also SO loaded with garlic that it could've repelled 20 vampires. Literally, all you could taste was heavy salt and garlic. The clam linguine also suffered from the same problem. It was a pile of overcooked linguine, and again, heavy on the salt and garlic, light on the pesto. The $65 filet mignon was a joke. Don't ever order this. We asked for it to be prepared medium rare and we received filet that was cut in half and completely well done. Unlike the clam dishes, the steak was under-salted and accompanied by potatoes that were cooked to different levels of done-ness and some chewy asparagus. Dessert was the only thing that we enjoyed. The 9 layer chocolate cake was devine and the best part of our meal. Overall, an overpriced tourist trap and they include a 20% service charge that gets added pre-tax and they pay their server a 12% "commission" off of the 20%. WTF?! Avoid at all costs.

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    Mr. Fish Chips & Chowder

    Mr. Fish Chips & Chowder

    4.0
    (126 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    This restaurant opened pretty recently near the waterfront. I was a bit unsure on what to expect -…read morebecause on one hand it felt like a classic overpriced spot targeting tourists looking for fish, but on the other side Tom Douglas has opened a lot of pretty good places across the city. I had the fish and chips, which are three pieces of Alaskan cod - coming with fries, tartar sauce, and ketchup. These were seriously awesome. I have to first talk about the beer batter on the outside, which has a phenomenal crunch. It's craggly and crunchy in the best of ways - with a consistent crispiness across the entire fish for every piece. I don't think I've ever had a crunch this good on fish and chips. The oil is clearly fresh, and it's served with basically no delay from the frying. I also loved the cod inside. It's super moist and flaky. Obviously, the fish doesn't have a lot of fat, but it makes up for it with a disappearing texture where you barely even need to bite through. They've clearly gotten the formula right on the fish. If that wasn't enough, the fries were easily the best I've ever had with fish and chips. They were hot, thick, and fluffy - a perfect combination that led to delicious results. The portion on these was great as well. If I had one complaint, the tartar sauce wasn't very good. It felt like it was missing both fat and acid, and tasted closer to ranch than what I was expecting a tartar sauce to be. I just didn't end up using it for the fish. Yes, this is pricey. The 3-piece order cost me $26 before tax/tip. That's quite expensive - despite a solid portion size. Is this the best fish and chips in the city? To me it's between this and Pacific Inn Pub. They have a much better tartar sauce and serve a larger portion at a third less of the price, but I think the actual fish and the fries here are better. I would say it's a toss-up - you can't go wrong with either one. Overall, a fantastic new opening that I would love to bring people to. 9/10

    I should've known when we hopped off the Market traffic that no line, meant meh…read more Definitely wasn't our favorite meal we had in Seattle. The chowder was odd tasting. I didn't eat more than two bites. My fish was way over cooked. The fries were decent. Server was excellent and I felt bad dinging the star for her. She was great at keeping our waters filled and having a pleasant conversation. Restaurant was busy enough and the wait for the bathroom is in the same hallway the kitchen uses. I heard many complaints about this fact while I was in the tight quarters. Prime location, just need to look at fixing the cooking issues and this place would be jammed.

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    Shaker + Spear

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    4.4
    (1.3k reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    While visiting Seattle for a few days, I made reservations at Shaker + Spear and wasn't quite sure…read morewhat I wanted to order. I noticed the salmon on the menu and decided to give it a try since I was looking for something a little lighter. I am so glad I did. Without exaggeration, it was the best salmon I've ever had. The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce and accompanying ingredients brought everything together beautifully. Every bite was outstanding. Beyond the food, the atmosphere was fantastic, the service was friendly and attentive, and the bar offered a great selection of cocktails and spirits. If you're visiting Seattle or looking for a great dining experience, I would absolutely recommend Shaker + Spear. The salmon alone is worth coming back for.

    Nice and easy restaurant attached to a hotel. Service was rather slow this evening as there was…read moreonly one cook in the kitchen. It's nice to watch the staff cook because it tells you that the food is fresh. I have high expectations for seafood in Seattle. However, I was disappointed with the scallops as it tasted raw and cool to the touch in the center. I'm not a scallop expert but this one missed the mark - the flavors were off with the sauce (tasted earthy). Presentation and color looked good, but this didn't taste good. Also came here breakfast several times. I don't have pictures, but each time the breakfast was amazing!

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