Line to the right serves salt water boiled shrimp. Yum. There are so good. You gotta peel them, but they're so sweet and soft. Line to the left serves other cooked food. The oyster burger was very good. Colossal shrimp very good as well. read more

We've come to the area a few times now and both times we had someone ask us if we've tried the shrimp shack. Now we have! Open seating so just grab yourself a table. There are 2 lines to order. One for the grill which is the menu stuff. The other for your bags of shrimp. When we were there, the shrimp line was the longest. My wife and I split up so we could try both. The Grill: we just got a bunch of stuff to share Fish Burger (4): This was pretty good. Soft bun. Tender fish. Their fries are really crispy. Solid sando. Fish n Chips (4): They fry stuff really well and their fish is fresh. Fish was flaky. Did need the tartar sauce but it was still good. Clam Chowder Bread Bowl (4): Decent. Bread bowl was good but nothing spectacular. Chowder had some good sized clams and was creamy. The Shrimp (4): We love the shrimp trucks in Hawaii and our friends sort of hyped us up with that in mind. When we got to the front, we really didn't know what to order. We got what most people seemed to be getting. Just a combo of small and medium shrimp. All the shrimp is cooked in saltwater. So you need to peel them. They were fresh and tasty. A little sweet even. It's work though. If you don't like peeling shrimp, then might not be as good as the hype. I personally didn't think the small shrimp was worth the effort cause they were TAI NEE! Maybe next time I'll just take them home to grill and eat them whole. Next time. I do wish we got the jumbo shrimp. I feel like those would be more worth it. Overall, glad we tried it out. Shrimp was good. Grill was good. I still don't know why there's so much hype around it though. Maybe we were doing it wrong. We'll return with the friends that recommended it so we could see how its supposed to be done. read more

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My family has been coming here almost every summer, usually after camping at Deception Pass or Whidbey Island, so this has definitely become one of our regular stops. The grilled food is okay. The fish and chips are fine, but a little too greasy and bready for our liking. But the main reason we come here is for the shrimp. It always tastes fresh and sweet even without any dipping sauce. I'm giving 4 stars because the shrimp sizing can be inconsistent. Even when we ordered medium, some of the shrimp were way too small. I would also skip the small/medium mix. Yes, it saves a little money, but there were too many tiny shrimp and they were annoying to peel. If you order grilled food during weekend lunch, be prepared to wait around 30 minutes. Seating can get busy, but tables do turn over pretty quickly, especially if you don't mind sharing a table with other people. read more

The Shrimp Shack - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

Decided to give this place a try after seeing several videos online. Visited on a weekday and it was pretty busy but there was plenty of parking and outdoor seating. Only port a potties for restrooms so be prepared for that. Good customer service. I was in the mood for fish n chips so I ordered that. The fish fry had a nice crunch but no seasoning. Added lemon and salt and it was ok. Fries are fries so those were good. Also tried the clam chowder and it was also just ok, really thick which I didn't expect. I wanted to give it a try and I did and now I know, it's not my favorite. read more

The Shrimp Shack - Fish n chips - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

Perfect sunny day to drive up to Whidbey Island. A short drive from Deception Pass is this popular shack with outdoor seating. We've been coming to this place for years and it never disappoints. In fact, it seems it's even getting better. The menu is quite extensive, with game choices (alligator meat), as well. But we come here for boiled Coons Stripe Shrimps. They're small, but big in flavor. We also had a blue crab burger and oyster burger. Both are have generous amount of oysters and soft shell crab. The buns are soft and the dressing in each are good. They both come with fries, which are crispy and seasoned well. The tent holds a couple of benches and it feels like being in a picnic. There are honey buckets, with outdoor sinks. Despite the lines, the lady at the counter is efficient and manages to be friendly. There's plenty of parking in the front. read more

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Not our first time however it's been many years since our last visit. For a weekday, there was a long line to order. It did not take that long however we were told they were training a new cook. The wait for the food was not bad. We ordered a pound of the medium coonstripes shrimp for $16. It was so good, sweet and fresh. We ordered the oyster burger and blue crab burger. Both served with French fries and served on a brioche roll. The portion was big, very filling. Good amount of fries, freshly fried and not soggy. You order food from a window and lots of picnic tables. You wait for your order to be called. Lots of portable washing machine with soap and paper towels. Very clean and lots of parking. Nice day to sit out specially during the summer months. read more

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Amazing spot for some delicious shrimp, seafood and other grilled foods! Came here on a Saturday morning and the line was pretty long, we ended up waiting about 25 mins in the shrimp line to buy some cooked shrimp by the pound. If you want hot foods, there is a separate line on the left that is much shorter. The line to the right is only for shrimp by the pound. Upon ordering we had to wait 20 mins extra for our fried foods. We ordered the calamari and the captains plate. The food was crispy, tasty and fresh! I'll definitely be back for the shrimp by the pound. Seating is outdoors underneath a tent first come first serve. There were many people who brought their own condiments, breads, rice, gloves, etc to eat with their shrimp. There were also people who brought their pets since it was outdoor seating. Bathrooms are porta potty's near the seating area. Parking: free lot read more

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Had lunch here after visiting Deception Pass. It was good; but not mind blowing good; but better than eating fastfoods. The lady helping us at the window was super friendly and nice. Seating inside and plenty outdoor seating as well. We sat outside and they call your number when you order is ready. Worth the stop if you looking for something in the area; deff way better than the fast foods around. What we got: Popcorn Shrimp (3.5/5) Shrimps were crispy; well seasoned. I asked for both cocktail and tartar sauce; both are good. Onion ring (3.5/5) Your typical onion rings. You order it as an extra side; but dang they gave you a lot!!! Good problem to have. Overall; i will eat here over the fast foods in the area. Saw some people order the fish and chip; and it looks good. read more

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Captains platter was great to try a little bit of everything, it was a bit expensive ($37) but the fish was tender, the shrimp were huge, and the oysters were cooked perfect. The cocktail and tartar sauce are great with it. Just a warning we arrived and there was a huge line, we stood in it for an hour to find out it was just the bag of shrimp line, the line for the actual other food was empty. So we could have walked right up but being our first time didn't know and stood in the wrong line. read more

The Shrimp Shack - Captains platter- 2 pieces of fish, 4 oysters, 3 colossal shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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This was my first time trying an oyster burger (~$26) and despite it being one of the most expensive burgers I've paid for, I loved it! They put a lot of oysters in the "pattie" and the portion sizes were pretty big. I was stuffed by the end of it. I also really like their fries; they were perfectly crispy. I tried some of my friend's blue crab burger which was delicious! I'd probably get that one next time. The seating in there is pretty limited and there isn't really a server but the cashier was nice! They have a cat outside that is super fun to play with too! read more

The Shrimp Shack - oyster burger - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

The burgers and fries are pretty good; however, the medium size shrimp too small. Bring your cash for discount 3.75%. The service was great. Only one thing is waiting time for the burgers 20-30 mins -plus 30 mins waiting in line about 10 people ahead of me. read more

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Absolutely worth the drive and delicious. We enjoyed the Alaskan cod fish and chips but the star of the meal is the fresh caught shrimp. You can taste the sea on them. The service is great with ample seating outside. read more

The Shrimp Shack - The Shrimp Shack - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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Disappointing experience, especially for the price We were really excited to try Shrimp Shack in Anacortes given all the hype, but unfortunately it didn't live up to expectations. The "colossal shrimp" was a letdown -- the batter was under-seasoned, lacked salt, and was soggy to the point that it was falling off the shrimp. The same issue carried over to the fish and chips. We actually left pieces of both because it just wasn't enjoyable. The clam chowder was also surprising... it had little to no clams, which was disappointing. For about $80 (small clam chowder, shrimp, and fish), we expected much better quality. Honestly, the fries were the best part of the meal. Not sure how this place has such a strong following -- maybe we caught it on an off day, but based on this visit, we wouldn't return. read more

Shrimp was great and the crispy fries were perfect. I lucked out and arrived when there were no lines but when I past later, lines wound a round the parking lot. Worth the wait, I think. read more

The Shrimp Shack - Jumbo shrimp basket - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

They're popular! We had the crab cake sandwich and clams/fries basket. The fries were great! And the crab cake sandwich was SO GOOD. Service was great! Staff member was so friendly and waited on us. There's indoor seating so don't worry if you show up on a cold, rainy day like we did! (But please, close the door behind you!) read more

We were looking for a dog friendly place in Anacortes and this place was perfect! The long line meant it was either great food or inexpensive. Fortunately for us, it was both. I had 1 lb of shrimp and 3 oyster shooters and my girlfriend had the salmon burger and fries. It was a beautiful day and the outdoor-only picnic table seating made it great. Workers were really friendly as well as the people we shared a table with. read more

This spot is one of my favorite summer go-tos. The coon-striped shrimp is incredibly sweet and flavorful--an absolute must-try. If you're craving more, the grill side offers a generous selection of dishes to satisfy every appetite. Yes, it's a bit on the pricier side, but the quality and taste make it well worth it. Can't forget to mention the portions are generous as well! It's definitely worth the trek, especially on weekends--just be sure to arrive early, as the lines can get long. And while you're in the area, don't miss Deception Pass--it's only a few minutes away and adds a scenic bonus to the trip. Though it shines in summer, I recommend stopping by in the off-season too. The charm and flavors hold up year-round. Nice outdoor seating in the summer and the indoor area opens in the winter. read more

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Loved the freshness of the shrimps and the fish and chips!!! I highly recommend any seafood fan to make a stop here (shorter wait if it's not peak dinner hours) and try the food here!!! read more

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Today we decided to go here for the fresh shrimp! When we got there, the shrimp didn't arrive til 2 (we got there at 12) so we decided on getting some other items first. I got the oyster burger... it was SO GOOD! For some reason I thought it would've be that good because it wasn't too expensive and oysters are usually pricey (I was expecting a few oysters only) but there was so many deep fried oysters in it. I do wish the oysters were crispier though. But the flavor was there. Fresh veggies and soft bun! Fries were crispy and they made sure to give lots of ketchup packets! 2 hours later and I got 3 pounds of the mix shrimp. The only reason I gave it 4 stars out of 5 was because how tiny the shrimp was. Yes it was supposed to be a mixture but it was so hard to eat the shrimp when it was too tiny. I feel like 90% of the bag were really tiny shrimps. Some even had like little tiny things attached to it, but it didn't gross me out because I'm aware of those things. Other than that, it was prepared amazing, wasn't over cooked at all. The shrimp was super sweet! One thing I do recommend is bringing your own crackers sauce or soy sauce, it was so good dipped in crack sauce. We even brought our own disposable plates. The service provided by the cashier later was AMAZING! She was so nice and patient. Outdoor seating but didn't have issues finding seating at all (on a weekday) but weekend is probably horrible. They have restroom here as well, but it is portable. The parking could get bad so make sure to be aware of that. Down the street there's a convenience store / gas station for people who need better restrooms and need snacks for the drive back :) read more

The Shrimp Shack - 3 pounds of (mix small and medium shrimp) - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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We stopped by Shrimp Shack on the way to Deception Pass to order some fresh raw shrimp and lunch. There is a nice seating area next to the storefront, but we wanted to have our Shrimp Shack lunch right by Deception Pass. For lunch, we ordered the Halibut Fish n Chips and the Oyster Burger. I love the Halibut as it was freshly caught and cooked, and I loved how well the lemon and tartar sauce paired with the fried halibut. The fresh-caught shrimp was an excellent appetizer as well! Why the 3 stars? The fries and halibut were noticeably soggy. This is because our order had been sitting at the counter at Shrimp Shack for a while, yet I had to call a worker over to ask if our food was ready. I waited ~30 minutes, and I still have no clue how long our food has been ready and sitting there. The worker apologized since they were busy and understaffed. Considering my lunch order went over $50, not including the shrimp, I expected better. Despite the criticism, however, I definitely will come back here the next time I go to Anacortes/Deception Pass. The seafood quality is top-tier, and I look forward to trying their other items as well! read more

The Shrimp Shack - Storefront - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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Shrimp Shack is a super cute spot and absolutely worth the long drive. The shrimp are incredibly sweet. I highly recommend getting the 5 lbs. Pro tips. Bring a cooler and ice, or you can buy ice there if you forget. Have one person stand in the shrimp line while another stands in the hot food line to save time. It's pet friendly, which is a plus. I also recommend going earlier in the season around May. It gets pretty hot in the summer, and it can be difficult to find a table with shade. read more

The Shrimp Shack - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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The place survives on location. It's not great food. It's not good service. If you like waiting in line for tourist quality shrimp and then sit on decades old picnic benches beside a very busy highway. Be my guest. Will not ever give them my money again. read more

Woman at the window was friendly. I stopped here on a trip to anacortes because of the hype I've heard about it. However, the shrimp was flavorless. The fries had better flavoring. Tartar sauce is good. Just a let down. I would try something else rather than the fried shrimp. Also this was $28. Expensive and bland. read more

The Shrimp Shack - #14 shrimp basket - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

Bought a pound of "MEDIUM" shrimp to go after lunch at the Shrimp Shack. Since when did 60+ shrimp per pound get called medium. Good flavor but quite a few were literally less than 3/8" long peeled! read more

I love me some Shrimp Shack! Something I was for when the summer season "opens". I have recently discovered why their shrimp by the pound was so popular and I am now a fan for life! The shrimp is juicy and sweet. The small size shrimp are a bit of work to peel, but still enjoyable if you're into that kind of things. If available, however, definitely go for medium or large shrimp. Takes away all the extra work. The seafood platters are consistently yummy any time we order from here. Fresh seafood, nice breading/crisp, and the fries are my all time favorite! read more

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In the summer this is the place to go when you want seafood. They sell shrimp, fish & chips, different kinds of burgers, and so much more! Plus the workers are always really nice. read more

We stopped here on the way back to Seattle from the San Juans ferry. It is pretty close by. Unfortunately we came during a off season for shrimp. We ordered a dungeness and oyster burger. The food came out quick and service was good. The dungenss burger lacked flavor but the burger was fried to perfection. The show stopper was definitely the oyster burger with how it was not too greasy and crisp filled with flavor. I definitely would come back some day if I am in the area for a quick grab and go. There are a couple seats but I can imagine during summer it would be very crowded. read more

The Shrimp Shack - Dungeness burger - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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It cannot be a road trip to Whidbey Island without passing by Shrimp Shack, guys it was rainy and cold but there was not a chance in heck where we wouldn't stop and grab some cod and shrimp. We had the three piece cod and the popcorn shrimp, and yes I still wish they'd season their fish as well as they do their shrimp but I understand why, so make sure you grab a few salt packets from the counter. Obviously their food is made to order so a little bit of a wait but absolutely worth it AND might I add that their fries are legit GOOD! Pass by these guys and show them some love guys read more

Highly recommend the boiled shrimp by the pound. We stop here every time we come out to Deception Pass, at least once or twice a year. We love the clam strips and popcorn shrimp as well. Have also tried the burgers but I think we'll stick to the baskets. The line can get pretty long during peak summer weekends, but the shrimp line moves quick. Be prepared to get your fingers dirty and have some incredible fresh shrimp. read more

Stopped here at the recommendation of a friend. We stopped here for lunch on Sunday, and it wasn't too busy. It's a simple set up where you order at the counter, and they call your number for pickup. You can dine at one of their outdoor tables, or take it away. We tried the following: - Captain's Plate - Good. Fish was a good size. Shrimp were plump. Oysters were fresh. Batter used was light and crispy. Fries weren't bad either except the bottom layer got very soggy due to excess oil or moisture. - Calamari Strip Basket - Good. Simple and easy. - Kid's Popcorn Shrimp Basket - Good. Very good portion size for adults looking for an lighter meal. Service was straight forward and friendly. Overall, a nice stop. Simple fried food, delivered the way you expect it. No complaints. I would put at 3.25 out of 5. read more

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The go to place for seafood when near Anacortes. We always order the fried shrimp and oysters. Service can be a wait because they cook everything fresh upon order and since this place is usually very busy on summer weekends you kinda have to expect it. It is worth it! Grab some fresh shrimp to snack on while you wait. Depending on the time you come you may end up with smaller shrimp or the huge jumbo prawns we got. There are a bunch of tables to eat at if you like, or take your haul to a nearby beach. read more

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expect a Long line + wait time for both ordering & receiving the left line will be for ordering "grilled foods" the Right line is for only ordering "Shrimp & Prawns" I've waited in line for an hour & a half (1 1/2) read more

Stopped and had their deep fried oysters and definitely will go back. Some of the best I've had in awhile.

The fresh shrimp here is really tasty and sweet. Too bad they won't have shrimp until May 2026. The fried foods were really greasy-- about $25 for each fried seafood + fries. Would definitely come back for shrimp for sure. read more

I think the ratings aren't as high because people don't know what to order. Let me simplify things for you: 1.) get the #1 order which is the oyster burger or get the order of 6 fried oysters. 2.) go to the separate line to buy fresh shrimp. Yes, fresh shrimp. Get the medium-large ones for $15/pound. You get a whole bag of fresh shrimp and it tastes seriously out of this world amazing and fresh. 3.) don't pay with a credit card. It's an extra 3.5%!!! So cash only. 4.) try to go during a down time, an off time being past lunch/early or late afternoon. They close at 6 and we went around 4 with only a few people ahead of us in line. Don't be late when they call your name up, because if the food is sitting there you're going to get soggy fried oysters. Don't take this "to go" and let it sit there for a long time. Fried oysters are meant to be eaten right away otherwise it'll spoil. So... if you stick to these two food menu items and follow my tips, it's for sure a 5 star food joint. Price point is a bit on the high side but hey, fresh seafood and I think the fresh shrimp for $15/lb is actually a good deal and worth it!!! Go see for yourself! Also, fries weren't that greasy. Evidenced by the not so greasy fries in the pic... read more

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We enjoyed our first visit here. Cute little walk up. You order at the window and then there is a small inside seating area or some outdoor seating. We had our pup so we sat outside. They are dog friendly and gave our pup a treat the person at the window was super nice and engaging. We came out of season so we will have to make another visit for peel and eat shrimp. We ordered the captain's platter, hush puppies, chowder and clam strips. Everything was cooked well nothing was over cooked. While yes it's light on the seasoning that's not a deal breaker for me as you can taste how fresh the seafood is better however if you need it they have salt, pepper and vinegar available to season it up to your liking. read more

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Great texture and flavor. I like that the fried shrimp, oyster, and fish are not salty. You get to dip the seafood in the sauce with them being too salty. The crab burger was a little bit sour read more

The Shrimp Shack - The captain's plate - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

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We drove two hours for this spot so you know it's worth it! The shrimp is incredibly fresh and full of flavor. My partner and I devoured almost 5 pounds on our own! They also have other great options like fried oysters and fish and chips. Service is friendly and welcoming every time. It's takeout only, but there's outdoor seating available if you want to enjoy your meal right away. read more

We stopped by the Shrimp Shack after whale watching in Anacortes, and we will definitely be back. It was about an hour before closing when we stopped by, so we were able to get one of the seats inside. The person working was very friendly, and brought us our drinks and food. The inside is small, but it's clean and quaint. The food itself was really good and tasted fresh, especially for fried food. Definitely recommend getting the popcorn shrimp with both tartar and cocktail sauce, so good! read more

The Shrimp Shack - Fish Sandwich, Salmon Sandwich & Popcorn Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington

Cashier was super nice it's just the food was over priced. I got a bowl of clam chowder more creamy then seasoned charged $12.00 for the fish and chips were about $22.00. As well tried to tip $1.00 and charged 7.00 so the total came up to about $48.00. read more

The Shrimp Shack - This was a " small" and charged us about $3. - Seafood Near Me - Anacortes, Washington