My little brother wanted to come here for his birthday and he wanted our dogs to partake in his birthday festivities so we called to ask if the patio was open that day and luckily it was! We arrived around 4:30-40ish on a Sunday and we were seated quickly at the patio. They had plenty of seating in the patio and even had umbrellas in case the sun was too much. Luckily it was the perfect weather with a nice little breeze. The hostess offered us waters for our dogs and even asked if they needed one or two bowls. We opted for two bowls just in case as our male dog drinks a lot. We love that the menu was concise and that they had their specials on a little display on the table. I decided that I wanted to try out more of the menu and orders a strawberry lemonade, steamed clams, Bang Bang shrimp, bowl of clam chowder and a S'mores cheesecake to share with everyone. For the entrees, we ordered two of the smoked seafood fettuccine, kickin' chicken burger, and the Connecticut lobster roll. It did take some time for our entrees to arrive so I'm glad I bought the appetizers as we were hungry. However, the drinks were all refreshing and the food was perfectly seasoned and cooked. My only gripe is that the coleslaw was a bit off for me but at least I know to get fries or another substitute. The cheesecake was also a good size and I love that they toasted the marshmallows. Everyone, including the birthday boy left full and satisfied. I also was able to use their new Toast reward system with no issues. Our server Dallas was very professional and friendly with us. She would check in at appropriate times despite how busy the patio was getting. She even handled an extremely rude and entitled guest with precise professionalism. read more

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This establishment is tucked onto the marina with its own dedicated free parking lot. We came on a Wednesday afternoon at about 2pm and the lot was about half full, which the restaurant capacity reflected. The restaurant is clean and tidy with an organized and cozy atmosphere. The tables aren't crammed together and it's not crazy loud at this time of day. However, I think it would be loud on a packed Friday night and getting a wheelchair or a person with mobility problems into a table that's not on the outside of the aisle would be difficult. City views are great. Probably very pretty at night. Waterfront views are decent, boasting the bridge and beautiful city that lies beyond it. Service is cordial, but not overly friendly. We were greeted immediately upon arrival inside and promptly after we were seated. Seating took about 7 minutes from arrival time and water was brought less than 5 minutes from being seated. We were served by Lavetta and she was absolutely amazing. We ordered the Maine lobster roll and subbed clam chowder as a side for $5 extra. At $37 a plate I had high hopes. We also ordered the seafood dip and two pops. The lobster was stuffed to the gills! It looked very mediocre until I bit into it and realized how much meat was in that little roll. The bread was warm and the lobster perfectly dressed. It wasn't drowning in mayo or soggy with filler. The seafood dip was creamy, flavorful and cheesy. It comes topped with chives, a cute halved cherry tomato and a fresh, warm, crusty baguette. The clam chowder is rich creamy and THICK, but came lukewarm. No clue what their hot holding temperatures are, but this was not giving "fresh from the pot" vibes. With the tip, we got out for about 85$. Pretty pricey but the portion of lobster was worth the price. read more

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happy hour is only in the bar. we learned this after we were seated on the patio. this wasnt on the happy hour ads or the menu on the table. the service was fine. not the best but not super bad. the oyster shooter wasnt my type. the oyster was huge, taste was whatever. im not going to count this against them though because i think its just a preference thing. my buddy got the shrimp cocktail said it was whatever. the cocktails were legit awful. i got the mezcal something and bud got an old fashioned. probably the sweetest drink ive had in years. we even asked the waitress if it was really sweet beforehand. legit made me want to quit drinking. really bad. please make it known that hh is only in the bar and fix the drinks. horrible first experience that we regretted. read more

Excellent food, service & environment! Amy is a friendly, calming person & great server. Highly recommend! read more

The Fish Peddler - Fried oyster sandwich & grilled steelhead blt - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

We came here for a business lunch on the recommendation of a friend who lives locally. On a beautiful day you can sit outside and enjoy the water. This is a casual place, but the food is quality. We got the fish and chips, which were perfectly crispy. The black cod miso was superb. Very fresh and light and flaky and flavorful. We also got the lobster roll. It definitely rivals a lobster roll from the east coast. The service was great. They took care of everything well. This isn't fancy, but it's just a good seafood place for friends, business or families. read more

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Good seafood with nice views. Enjoyed the Cedar Plank Alaskan Sockeye, Fresh Blackened Rockfish Tacos and Raspberry, Lime, Mint mocktail. Requested the Salmon to be blackened which they did and it was delicious. Very good and attentive service. read more

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Recently we went back for dinner, had the cedar plank baked sockeye salmon and both our pieces of fish were overcooked, it was still tasty but for $30 a plate at a seafood restaurant I was expecting more. It came with mashed potatoes which were a little gummy and some brussel sprouts. Customer service was great at least from the waitress, the host was aloof. read more

Looking for a date night ideas, here one to check out in Tacoma We were at The Fish Peddler today and love everything about it. Fresh seafood, great happy hour specials, friendly service, unbeatable value, and beautiful waterfront views. Beautiful stroll along the 1.9-mile Thea Foss Waterway Esplanade for marina views, public art, and an unforgettable sunset. Great food, a scenic walk, and quality time. Sometime that's all you need. #FishPeddler #TacomaEats #TacomaFoodies #DateNight #HappyHour #WaterfrontDining #TheaFoss #SupportLocal #SeafoodLover #HiddenGem #PNWEats #ExploreTacoma read more

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Fantastic food, the fish and chips were perfect, and reasonably priced. The summer salad with salmon added was a little expensive but the wife enjoyed it so that's what matters. Service was a little slow, but they were kinda busy so I get it. Will definitely be back for more oysters and fish, yum! read more

The Fish Peddler - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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I love it here!! My family and i all got such yummy food and everyone was happy with their order. I got the cioppino and it was so awesome and the waitress* was hyping me up because i was so excited and had never tried it before. We sat inside but the restaurant is on the waterfront it's so pretty! We also got the oyster sandwich, seafood dip, clam chowder, lobster roll, and fettuccine. All delish!! *i wish i got the waitresses name she was so so sweet and patient and helpful and fun to talk to!! Thank you (: read more

The Fish Peddler - Cioppino - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

My Sagittarius sisters brought me here to celebrate my birthday, and it was such a great choice. I don't know if it was the timing or the terrible weather outside, but there was literally no wait. We walked right in and were seated immediately, which was honestly amazing. One of my friends ordered the Dungeness crab and shrimp Louie salad, and it looked really good. She said it was delicious and the portion size was generous. I was really craving soup, so I went with the blackened salmon BLT and a cup of chowder. The chowder was so good. The salmon was tasty too -- it did have a slightly fishy taste, but nothing that ruined it for me. Another friend ordered the cioppino, which is more of a stew, and it was really good. She let all of us try it, and it had a great flavor and a nice-sized portion. What really stood out was that it wasn't cream-based, which was perfect because she has a pretty extreme lactose intolerance. It's not always easy for her to find menu options like that, so this was a really nice surprise. Overall, the food, service, and experience were great, and it made for an awesome birthday dinner. I'd definitely come back again. read more

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My broad loves seafood and I had been wanting to try this place, and I'm glad we did! Sweet location near the water in downtown T-Town. I had the Cioppino and she had the Steamed Mussels. Both were great, the tomato broth in the Cioppino was particularly fantastic. I will be back I'm sure! read more

The Fish Peddler - Cioppino! - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

The new menu is good We loved the mussels and shared the halibut & chips, which were very tasty (needed a touch more salt) but so great to sit outside and have a view! I do think the new menu is a game changer and we will back for sure. Absolutely recommend to give it a try!!! Thank you Kat for your amazing service- appreciate you!!! read more

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They were very accommodating and allowed us to sit with a group of 11 without prior notice. The clam chowder was good and their cocktails were all great! The service was adequate and I'd go back for the views. read more

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The ambience was great and service was good. We started with the calamari which was good. I ordered the fish and chips which wasn't anything spectacular but the salmon sandwich was delicious!! read more

The Fish Peddler - Salmon burger with bacon - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

The seafood dip is a must order! My husband and I started our meal off with the seafood dip appetizer which I highly recommend. It's creamy, cheesy, and has a decadent seafood flavor which comes with toasted bread to dip or scoop it in. He ordered the fish and chips, 3 piece halibut with fries, and I had the coconut prawns which came with coleslaw and fries on the side. The coconut prawns were perfect crispy and came with a sort of sweet honey mustard like sauce on the side. The portions were good, 8 medium pieces of prawns plus the fries. I didn't particularly like the coleslaw, it wasn't on the fresh side. The staff were friendly and attentive. They have Seattle soda on their fountain which I like a local pop. They have a handful of TVs inside playing sports, and they have regular booth, table, and bar seating. It's located by the water, sort of in a backstreet industrial area by it has a large parking lot that also leads to a waterfront walking strip. read more

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Ate outside on a lovely day. Nice setting, right on the water with a view of the bridge. Great food. I had the salad with a steelhead filet and it was delicious. Service was attentive, pleasant. read more

Was staying nearby for a concert for the weekend and this place was so solid, I took my friends and went a second time the next day lol Between the two visits, I tried - clam chowder - super solid, got this two days in a row lol - salad + grilled chicken - tasted fine I just needed some vegetables - green bean tempura - the half order was so big and the green beans were actually pretty good - nachos - also surprisingly large portion, decent - lobster Mac and cheese - nice and creamy, would eat again Servers were friendly, space is large. It's right by the water so it's nice to walk along the water for a digestion walk afterwards! read more

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The food was amazing! very quick and friendly service. This is a must try. I will definitely be going back on our next travels through Tacoma. read more

The Fish Peddler - Steamed Clams and Cup of Clam Chowder. - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

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This was my first visit here. What a great place! We were greeted as we walked in the door and shown immediately to our table. Great indoor atmosphere, and plenty of outdoor seating. Our server, Grace, was the best. She knew the menu well, and made sure the kitchen was aware of my wife's food allergy. Great bowl of chowder and a perfectly grilled piece of salmon for me. According to my wife, the lobster roll is better than the one she got in Boston. We'll definitely be back! read more

How can you go wrong sitting on the patio overlooking the bay on a perfect evening! This spot is a Gem for sure! Food is Amazing! Service is Amazing! Prices are nominal and the freshness was outstanding. read more

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Beautifully situated on the water front, the fish peddler is a great place to get some seafood. I've been here a few different times and have always left feeling glad that I stopped in. Dock street can be a little awkward to find depending on where you're coming from, but it's also a great place to stroll around once you're parked. Service has been prompt and reliable every time I've been there, even when it's busy. My only nitpick is that sometimes I think the portions could be a little bigger for the price. read more

Forgot to take picture of the food as we took our food to go, but we got mac & cheese and clam chowder and would have to say the service was good even though I did call in the order he denied to make it in advance even though I told him I was less than five minutes away, but the food was amazing ambience a little cold and clammy in there not too intimate, but customer service was great ambience. It's a great if you want the view, but the staff was friendly. I just wish that the manager would have made my order to go so I wouldn't have had to come in and wait. read more

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We ordered the seafood dip, petite caesar with crab, and the kickin' chicken sandwich. All were fantastic! We've never had a bad dish here. Love this place! read more

This place used to be one of our favorites but things have really changed and not for the better. Tiny portions of fish (mahi mahi and swordfish) served with hard Brussel sprouts that were drenched in vinegar. They were inedible and we left hungry and disappointed. The servers are great, the bar is well-stocked and the setting is lovely especially outside. Not sure if we will give it another try or not. read more

Drinks & Food are pricey, but delicious. Service was relaxed and professional. Sat outside and watched the boats sail by. - Spicy mango margaritas -A - Calamari-A (really fresh, soft, perfectly cooked) - Seafood medley with Artichokes dip with fresh warm loaf.- A -Catfish special with veggies & mashed potatoes. -A -Shrimp & crab Louie salad -B Total $150 before tip. All in the food was delicious and the service was attentive. Highly recommend. Only negative... when arrived with over half the restaurant empty... they play a game of we can't seat you yet. Put on wait list 10-15 min, suggesting go to the bar and have drinks. We were a party of two but only 1 chair and not a comfortable situation. This was very irritating. We came in from a long drive, just wanted to sit down & eat dinner. We did later order a drink, and it was very tasty, but the extra milking on arrival was distasteful. Sharine read more

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I've been here a number of times. I have purchased some very nice fresh fish and crab, but have also walked away empty handed when supply was out. I think they fish themselves, and perhaps purchase from other fishing vessels (?) The prices reflect what you buy. I bought some sushi grade tuna and was not disappointed. It's a small hole in the wall shop with generous parking. The people are always friendly and helpful. read more

The food was so yummy. I really enjoyed the heartiness of the stew. My son enjoyed his fish and chips. The service was good, no complaints. The restaurant itself is cozy and quaint, a smaller feel that reminds me of mom and pop places back home in RI. read more

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Great food! Tons of outdoor seating. We got a main style lobster roll and the cioppono. Both were delicious! read more

The Fish Peddler - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Left off a star because the Mac and cheese wasn't so good and the cioppino was garnished with cilantro instead of parsley. Otherwise, the rest of our order was quite good and the service was attentive and kind. read more

The Fish Peddler - Cioppino - Cilantro on top why? - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

We wanted fish and chips. We researched the fish places and decided on this one based on the reviews. The place was pretty busy We ordered fish and chips. The vibe was pretty upbeat. The meal was subpar. The fries were stale and lukewarm. They were old. The fish had absolutely no seasoning let alone flavor. The breading tasted burnt. I am thinking that the oil was old. For what they charge, I expected better quality. Not sure what other food tasted like but this was a huge disappointment. The coleslaw and tartar were good but the fish and fries were horrible! Service was friendly. read more

Wow! This place is run with precision. The food was great. The ambiance was fun. I had the seafood nachos. While I'm not sure I would choose those again I'm totally convinced they have amazing food. The service was terrific. I can't wait to stop in again. read more

Bang bang shrimp- shrimp is so good and tasty Oysters- so fresh Truth be told sauv blanc '22- best white wine to pair with the oysters Can't wait to come back! read more

The Fish Peddler - Bang bang shrimp, oysters, truth be told sauv blanc'22 - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Amazing fish tacos! Super clean restrooms! Great atmosphere! Would definitely recommend checking this establishment out for a laid back dining experience! read more

The seafood was excellent. The burger was amazing and huge although I forgot the name of it! Would return and recommend!!

Great fish and chips, the atmosphere is even better. If you can go on a nice day and sit outside do it. The bartender Josh is awesome, not sure how they rate having him. Great peice of Tacoma history here used to come here when it was a fish market way back. read more

The Fish Peddler - The view - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

I'd give 4 stars for just my jumbo prawn parang curry dish but... the final score is 3 stars... 1) the cup of clam chowder was deemed MEH 2) then hubby took one bite of the Mac and cheese side and head had to try to doctor it up with salt and pepper. I tasted it before he seasoned it and it was bland. Yes it was "cheesy" but just no flavor. Very dairy like but flat. 3) his blackened fish (steelhead) came with veggies also and it was such a meager amount of bok choy, mushrooms and asparagus. Just underwhelming Service was fine. Parking is easy. Maybe it was just a bad Mac and cheese and low inventory on the veg kind of night. Low key - I was surprised the server didn't ask if there was something wrong with the Mac and cheese. Our plates were cleaned otherwise but she just asked if we were done and took the plate. I wanted to ask what the cheese was because maybe it would explain the bland flavor but we had to get going. I think I'd come back for the view - with good weather sit on the patio. A cold beer. And folks around us were ordering a lot of calamari and oysters so those were probably good. PLUS the panang curry was GOOD!!!! read more

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Excellence all the way around, except for the service. We were seated in the bar, but no one greeted us. For a long time. Finally walked up to the cashier and asked if we were supposed to order there. We'd never been there, so we weren't sure. But all in all, the chowder was great, fish tacos were great, fish n chips were great. read more

What a pleasant surprise! We stumbled upon the Fish Peddler looking for another restaurant and decided to give it a try. I'm so glad we did. I had the halibut fish and chips. They won over this Alaskan! The fish was very well cooked and not greasy. The fries were great although slightly under seasoned. They needed salt. My dining partner ordered the lobster roll Maine style. It was exceptional. One of the best lobster rolls I've had in a long time with that style of preparation. He order clam chowder as a side and said it was phenomenal. The service was wonderful. Our waitress was super sweet, took time to explain the daily specials and answered any questions we had. We will definitely be back. read more

The Fish Peddler - Halibut Fish and Chips - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington

Great service and location. Always order the Bloody Mary's with pepper vodka, sometimes with a crab claw sometimes not. Halibut Fish & Chips are a winner too. read more

The Fish Peddler - Seafood Near Me - Tacoma, Washington