Elliot's Oyster House
Located on Pier 56 in the heart of Seattle's downtown waterfront, Elliot's Oyster House serves as a "showcase for classic Northwest seafood," in the words of Elliot's. Dungeness crab, locally caught, along with Hawaiian tuna, Northwest salmon, Alaskan halibut, and other seafood favorites join a list of Washington wines and delicious desserts to satisfy the appetite. Elliot's also has a 21-foot-long oyster bar to showcase its specialty. Open for lunch and dinner.
Elliot's Oyster House
1201 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 623-4340
elliottsoysterhouse.com
Palisade
A mixture of the Northwest, Hawaiian and across-the-world cuisine awaits diners at Palisades. "The interior of the restaurant looks like a wooden ship with rustic timbered beams," comments Seattle.com, but the menu is extraordinary; teriyaki tenderloins, lemongrass fried calamari, Peking duck, prime rib, and lobster BLT's are a few of the specialties. Palisade offers lunch, dinner, and even a brunch with a variety of eggs, seafood and omelets, as well as banana macadamia nut sourdough pancakes.
Palisade
2601 W. Marina Place
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 285-1000
palisaderestaurant.com
Salty's
"We pride ourselves on being deliciously different," says Salty's Seafood Restaurant and Steakhouse. Whether dining in the "energetic" dining room, renting a private banquet room, or eating al fresco on the seasonal outdoor deck, guests will find a little of everything. Tender, juicy steaks, fresh lobster, crab fitters with apple honey, a variety of seafood, soups, and an astonishing list of desserts awaits you. A variety of Northwest and international wines are served. Salty's is open for dinner and even brunch on the weekends. As an added bonus, Salty's will even give you their recipes for free.
Salty's
1936 Harbor Ave. S.W.
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 937-1600
saltys.com
Ponti Seafood Grill
For a taste of the Northwest with "European elegance and Mediterranean flair," Seattle.com suggests Ponti Seafood Grill. "For something out of the ordinary, try the salt roasted sturgeon served with sweet potato gnocchi." Other delights include Thai curry penne, grilled marinated calamari, sake-ginger braised Australian lamb shank, a selection of delicious desserts, wines, cognacs, ports and single malt scotch. Open for dinner and even happy hour, with discount drinks and a specially-priced menu.
Ponti Seafood Grill
3014 3rd Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 284-3000
pontiseafoodgrill.com
Ray's Boathouse & Ray's Café
"Hailed as one of the ten best seafood restaurants in the country and as one of the top twelve romantic places to eat in the world," proclaims Seattle.com. Ray's Boathouse offers delicious fresh seafood entrees as well as certified organic pork loin and Kansas City Strip steak. Champagne, wine and sake complement its dinner-only theme, which includes a children's menu.
For a more informal atmosphere, visit Ray's Cafe, which is above the Boathouse. Fresh seafood treats join with soups, salads, hamburgers and sandwiches such as the oyster sandwich or grilled salmon sandwich. Children's menus are available, as well as a selection of micro-brews, bottled beers and cocktails. Open for lunch and dinner.
Ray's Boathouse, Cafe & Catering
6049 Seaview Ave. N.W.
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 789-3770
(206) 789-0094
rays.com
