Friendly atmosphere and staff. Amazing location and fantastic food. Outdoor seating only or to-go orders. read more

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Truthfully a 3 1/2 rating but service so welcoming I bumped it up. We stopped in at 1:00 on a Monday to try this cute spot we'd seen last year when doing the Gondola boat ride in same parking area. We order a 3-pc halibut/chips $15, a bowl of clam chowder and 2 soda cans. Came to $31 before tip. You order at the trolley window and you pick food up there when ready. They have covered and uncovered seating area very convenient. Order took about 10-12 minutes. Glad we ordered 3 pc fish as they were very small portions, a different coating...tasted like corn/masa, not too heavy but a bit gummy on inside. For fresh halibut it wasn't a stand out unfortunately. Ample fries ( crinkle cut) that were crispy, like the sprinkle of herb (parsley?), although we smelled a slightly fishy smell unclear if fries cooked in same fish oil, tarter good. We only had a taste of the chowder because we find it nearly impossible to enjoy properly with a small plastic spoon. One ends up spilling more down the front of you then consuming. We brought home, it was nice and creamy (butter added richness) and appreciated not tasting like bacon or being a chunky potato soup. I would order again, $8 fair price for bowl. Curious to try other menu options like steam clams, calamari, etc. read more

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The lady who greeted us is really friendly and makes you feel welcome and at home. Our party ordered: Jerk Chicken- I tried a small bite and it tasted nice with some ham mash and veggies. Crab cakes- good but "not super crabby", I was told the mash potatoes was the best part. Shrimp and strawberry salad- I heard it was yum but didn't try it. Looked refreshing! Smoked salmon and fettuccini- super cheesy, heavy, and huge. Smoked salmon was hard to find but had a good smokiness when I did find a speck. Overall the vibes were on, hospitality was awesome, portions were great, pricing was pretty good, food was standard. I think I might've had a better experience with the fish n chips which had awesome pricing but I was so fried out I wanted something else. read more

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Great food, good prices and warm and lovely people. It's been around for many years and has some wear and tear. Eating is outside, which I like. It's Gig Harbor after all. read more

Omgg one of the freshest salads I've had and the salmon was slightly - ever so slightly undercooked which I like!!!!! Grilled to perfection and the vinaigrette really compliments the salad. The fruit in the salad was nice and healthy and super fresh!!! Lady was super nice too. Would come back again to try more goodies. Also reasonable prices! read more

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I couldn't find any decent places to try in the area except for this, and I don't regret it. The Trolley is a really fun experience with nice shaded outdoor seating. On a sunny day, it's the highlight of Gig Harbor. The seafood is actually fresh--I was quite surprised--but the way it's cooked and prepared is just ok. I would recommend the fried calamari, but not the fish and chips. The clam chowder is kinda milky but ok. Also, you can just appreciate the fact you can still get $2.50 drinks here. read more

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In Gig Harbor area consulted Yelp and Here I am @ 1400 on a cool afternoon! Parked on the street - Easy! The Chef took my order and I found a table and 5 mins later Fish n Chips as advertised with tartar sauce. Fish Crispy n Tasty. Fries (wrinkle cut) outstanding. (With Makt vinegar). 5 Stars Folks! I'll be back. (Dog Friendly!) read more

Food took 30 mins (salad, burger, fish & chips) and it wasn't busy. Kid/dog friendly in a central spot downtown. Walked around the docks while we waited since it was such a nice day. read more

Excellent service. Carlene was very friendly and fun to talk with. Halibut sandwich was average. Fries were hard but flavorful. Salad was delicious. Kaiser roll was a bit hard. 30 minute wait because they get many phone offers for take out. Enjoy! read more

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Every time I visit the downtown marina area in Gig Harbor I've been meaning to try the Trolley @ the Boatyard. It's aesthetically cute and the trolley concept alone draws you in with curiosity. It's only outdoor seating, but they do have some umbrellas and a small tented area for the wet and cold season. I ordered the Cuban-style hamburger with a side salad and my husband ordered a fish n' chips with halibut. The staff are also friendly and it gives a welcoming small town restaurant vibe. I opted for a side salad instead of fries, and I wish they'd put the salad separate from the burger. It made the salad hot and soggy. I didn't end up finishing the salad. The burger was spectacular though! You can have the meat cooked how you want (pink, some pink, no pink) and it comes stacked with meat and toppings. I wish I would have asked to cut it in half, too. The meat really leveled up the burger, seasoned and cooked well. My husband enjoyed the halibut, but hoped the pieces would have been a bit larger. They had a good batter and flavor. It's a must visit place if you're in Gig Harbor; good food and a unique atmosphere. read more

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Service and ambiance was great. Food was way below par. 1. Chowder tasted like butter, lots and lots of butter. 1 out of 5 2. Crab cakes were 3 out 5. 3. Fish was 3.5 out of 5 Was hoping this place was going to be great but it's well below a gig harbor mentioned. I believe the burger I saw should have been the direction to go but I'll hold off for a week or 2. read more

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Wait one minute! You can get the most delicious bowl of clam chowder from an old trolley car set down from the main drag near the bay? Even in the blustery weather we were warm and cozy under the tent and served the best clam chowder we imagined. Our server (Tammy?) was quite delightful and so welcoming. We will be back on our next visit because we hear the Paella is wonderful too! Hats off to TJ chef! Can't wait!! read more

I was here last year and had great food, so I decided to come back. Had a bowl of clam chowder that was delicious and well-balanced. Comes with oyster crackers. I got stung by a wasp while I was in line and the woman who takes orders was awesome in getting me some ice. She's always funny and great when I eat here. Had the fish and chips last year and they were also from scratch , fresh and super tasty! Very reasonable prices in today's economy! read more

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We really enjoyed lunch at the Trolley. Our order was taken swiftly and the owner of this small business was very nice and full of character. We went late afternoon on a cool day and ate in the heated tent. We had the Cuban hamburger (cooked a perfect medium, juicy, flavorful and filling. It came with fries (well-seasoned and crispy) or salad; 4.5/5) and a cup of clam chowder (thick and tasty with bits of clam and potatoes; 4/5). Overall, a very tasty meal and we'll definitely be back to try more of their menu! read more

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Stopped in while staying on nearby Raft Island. We were looking for the Marketplace Grille because we ate there last time we were vacationing in Gig Harbor. After some research online, we found the restaurant closed, but the same owners own The Trolley @ the Boatyard. They have two designated parking spaces directly in front. You order at the trolley, and then they call your name when it's ready. We ordered the steamer clams and halibut fish & chips. Both were really good. The steamers were fresh and came with melted butter and extra broth. The halibut fish & chips came with perfectly seasoned crinkle cut fries and yummy tartar sauce. The order came out fast, and the service was super friendly. We'll definitely be back! Highly recommend. read more

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Food was delicious!! Had the halibut fish and chips. The fish was tender, and the crinkle cut french fries were extra crispy!! Definitely recommend. read more

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Went here last weekend but with a slow line of about 20-30 people in front of us and people just ordered saying a 35-45 min still wait for food left and went somewhere else. read more

This location is outdoors only. It's a little like dining at an out door food truck. Fish and chip were good. read more

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We have eaten here before a couple years ago (fish and chips) and enjoyed it enough that we decided to return on this trip. The woman working the window was new to us, but very friendly and accommodating. We ordered fish and chips, calamari and chowder. The fish was not only terrible, but it actually smelled faintly like incense...which was weird. The batter around the fish was soggy and didn't seem fully cooked...but the flavor was just weird and not good. The calamari was pretty much the same. Just not good. It's a shame because it's an easy location to walk to and you can sit outside at picnic tables...casual and simple. But not worth it if the food is that bad. I don't think we'll be returning. read more

The wife and I stopped by The Trolley for lunch on a Saturday and fortunately it wasn't actively raining so we were able to eat on one of the outdoor benches. I ordered the fried oysters and the wife ordered the fish and chips. Service was very friendly, which makes it difficult to have to tell you that the food was not good. The oyster breading was terrible, the mashed potatoes were undercooked, and the fish and chips weren't good according to the wifey. Their caesar salad was ok but I would not recommend either of the dishes we tried. read more

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We stopped by this food vendor and tried Jerk Chick Dinner and Seafood Paella. The Paella was fine, although the amount was a bit skimpy. The Jerk Chick Dinner was very tasty. read more

First, I have to start with the positive. The woman working the front counter was an absolute delight. She was upbeat, vibrant, and super positive the whole time through our visit. However, with a smile and only 1 table in the restaurant ahead of us, we were told by her that our order containing 2x fish & chips plates and a Crabby Patty burger would take 45-minutes on a Thursday night. We get that things happen and the kitchen can get backed up. But there was nothing visually happening for customers to see why there'd be a 45-minute wait. The restaurant appeared to be slow during our visit. For the halibut we ordered for our fish & chips, they were extremely small pieces, like the size of Jo-Jo's at a grocery store deli counter. The fries were well seasoned and the tartar sauce was good. But for the price we paid for each plate, we expected more or better. It just wasn't great for the money spent. As for the kids menu Crabby Patty, my son didn't like it and wanted my fish instead. So I gave him 2 pieces of my fish and ate his burger. For what it's worth, fish & chips is not a part of the kids menu. It should be, but simply isn't. But, back to the burger, I thought it was cooked nicely, was juicy, and delicious. My son ordered it plain, so my only struggle with it was my son lacking a sense of adventure. But again, the beef was good, the cheese was good, and I enjoyed the bun too. Between the wait time and the food we received, it was a theme at our table that we'd likely not return. Again, the lady working the front counter was an absolute delight. We all loved her. But between the price we paid and the food received, this was not a win in our book. It's not that we'd not return because the food was bad. For what it was, we ate it. But again, small portions at high prices isn't very inspiring. That's the reason. read more

This is a great place to stop and enjoy good food in the midst of a stroll along Gig Harbor's downtown waterfront. The food is great (recommend the fish and chips that come with either fries or potato chips), as well as their calamari and clam chowder. Service is exceptional and the owners (who used to own Marletplace Grille) are welcoming and friendly. They have seafood or chicken curry paella which we haven't had yet but are looking forward to trying on one of our future visits. read more

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Nice stop on our time in Gig Habor with great outdoor patio seating. We ordered the three piece fish and chips. Came up quick and delicious. Staff is welcoming and friendly. read more

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The food is great! It's conveniently located right in the heart of the Gig Harbor waterfront.

Just fantastic! Food, service, the whole thing, accompanied by rockin' Caribbean reggae music Fortunately we spoke with a Gig Harbor local who recommended the food or we might not have stopped here. The food was so fresh and grilled to perfection, with a great sauce, the ambiance beautiful, the lady taking orders so nice and welcoming. Excellent on every front. Is it an old San Francisco trolley upcycled into a 5 star food truck? Thank you, Gig Harbor! read more

Very good and tasty hamburger The lady was helping us choosing and explaining every detail in the menu read more

The sweetest lady on the Harbor runs the Trolley. Food is great. Eat there or take it to go... like to the Gig Harbor Brewery. Highly recommend read more

This family owned business is fantastic! Great spot to have some flavorful fresh seafood and they have other options such as jerk chicken and sandwiches. They also sell ice cream! The flavor of the crab cakes I ordered were well seasoned and very fresh and crispy on the bottom. Nice and light. The star of the show was the mango chutney that comes on the side it pairs nicely with the dish! So much flavor I was also very impressed with the chowder as well. It's Gluten free and you can tell it's made fresh! Im very impressed with this business as Carlene was so friendly she's one of the owners of this spot along with her husband. If you're in Gig Harbor stop in for lunch their patio seating has a nice and relaxing touch as well. read more

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Did something change, this place gets good reviews, but not from us. We are new to the area and stopped by The Trolley for lunch. I had the fish and chips and I do not recommend them. My husband had a hamburger and it was just OK, very thick and dried out. The fries were OK. We probably will not be back. read more

Good for fish and chips and great view Not great for drinks but very central and shady seats to sit outside read more

Amazing and flavorful food. The Paella is incredible (they put their own twist on it). Everything. Is thoughtfully made and great service. read more

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Wonderful food and such a great selection That anyone can enjoy something they are serving. I had the scallops with garlic mashed potatoes. It was so good! My Son had a Ruben Sandwich with a very nice salad. I can't wait to try the clams next time. read more

Fantastic food, and wonderful service. The fish batter was light, crispy, and not oily. Fries were fresh and not overcooked. A great little fish & chip stand. read more

Cool vibes with the trolley. We had the crinkle cut fries (herb blend w/sea salt) and raspberry lemonade. It was crispy and tasty....We weren't even planning on getting anything to eat but it was a great snack regardless. The order taker was super friendly and nice. We'll stop by and try more of their menu items next time we're in Gig Harbor. read more

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Just had fish and chips at the trolley- to my surprise and joy - it is operated by the former market place grill owners -the menu is similar and still incredibly delicious! My partner had a shrimp and avocado salad and was equally as enthusiastic about the freshness and subtle essence of the dressing. The fish and chips had a delicate crust and crunch that was particularly tasty to me, as I prefer a lighter batter. The venue is interesting, as it is outside. It was beautiful day and the experience was most pleasurable and we are looking forward to trying more of the menu items- hooray for the Marketplace Grill lives on ! Right downtown in Gig Harbor read more

The best clam chowder I've ever had hands down and great fish and chips! Dont let it's casual look deceive you, definitely try it out!

Ate here with my family. Everything was quite delicious, from the homemade potato chips, crispy flavorful fries, crunchy fish and chips, and my shrimp and avocado salad. Would recommend it! The patio seating was nice with plenty of shade. read more

Great food lovely people! I had the fish sandwich and very much enjoyed it. Would come back for a nice causal lunch again :)

Eaten here 2x and both time fabulous! Tonight we had the curry paella, and it was outstanding - perfect flavor and spice, just right rice. Previously enjoyed the jerk which was good, in particular the side vegetables - hard to get right any time, but from a food truck, damn impressive! Charming spot, picnic tables for nice days (altho they are covered for damp weather) altho we take out and go to the Tap Room next door. Seriously good stuff w a Caribbean flair, 100% recommend SUPPORT LOCAL read more