Great food, beautiful views and fantastic Service! Ask for Damian! He was so great!! read more

Food was delicious. Our waiter, Chase, was efficient and incredibly helpful and funny.

celebrated our 35th Anniversary here at Cutters Crabhouse in downtown Seattle. Our server Ethan was top notch, kind, attentive and professional. All his suggestions were on spot and delicious! read more

We stopped in for happy hour after a full day nearby at the sites. I've been here before and love the view. The park next to it is much brighter and cleaner than it used to be but there was a guy sleeping outside our window. Haha. The happy hour menu is quite good with $10 & $11 bites. There are a lot of great food options and many whites and red wines too. We had some yummy wine and food from the bar too. Our waiter was funny and it made the experience really great. I will definitely be back again. read more

What an awful experience. Service was abysmal - getting our drinks took over 20 minutes. Our waiter disappeared for long periods of time. Food was overpriced and bland. Table cloth was dirty, the windowsill we were by covered in dust and bugs. If you're looking for a nice meal and experience - run far from Cutters. read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I wanted this restaurant to be better than it was. Unfortunately, it was rushed, the fish was over complicated, and the drink was too sweet and not very strong. I tried the clam chowder, and it was dryer than others I've had on this trip. It tasted okay, but just wasn't hot enough or filled with enough clams. I asked about what fish was freshest tonight and my bartender told me the Chilean sea bass. The entree I got was over complicated. The fish was decent, flaky, buttery, full of flavor. The additional items with it were too much. It was placed on a shrimp cake, not sure why that was selected, it was way too much. It also had a combination of sauces that were confusing and didn't complement the fish. The cucumber ribbon and mushrooms were just strange. I think some steamed vegetables or potato or rice would have done better to pair with the fish. The drink was at least served correctly with one single ice sure. But it was way too sweet. The entire service was strange - I know I was there towards closing, but was told the bar was still open for drinks and food. So I took a seat there. But the continued conversation with the bartenders about how they were now going to have to stay later due to the additional orders coming in and how they still had a lot to stock and clean. Then my bartender disappeared after he gave me the check and I had to wait until the other bartender finally checked me out. So as I said - it's a great location - I was hoping for much better quality food and service and I left disappointed. 3 stars would be the highest I could rate based on my personal experience. read more

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Cutter's Crabhouse is a great spot for fresh seafood right next to Pike Place Market, with amazing views of Elliott Bay. We had an 8:45 p.m. reservation and were seated pretty close to on time, although we didn't get one of the coveted window tables. The views are still beautiful throughout the restaurant. We came here to redeem Landry's points, and that process was a little frustrating. We ended up about $12 short of using the full reward, and our server didn't really help us find a way to use the remaining balance, which was disappointing. The service was the biggest downside. The restaurant seems very understaffed. Our waiter was friendly, but he was clearly overwhelmed and we waited a long time to place our order, to get our food, and to pay our check. The freshly brewed iced tea was delicious, but the glasses are tiny, so I was constantly needing another one (and our server wasn't great about giving refills). The food, however, was excellent. The menu has a great Pacific Northwest focus with fresh seafood, steaks, and options for vegetarians and vegans. We shared the hot crab dip appetizer ($20) and loved it, but wish it came with more crostini for dipping! I had the wood grilled King salmon with crab cake special with vegetable couscous ($55), and it was really good and fresh! The crab cake was a total afterthough. It was burned, oily, and borderline inedible. My husband ordered the Dungeness crab legs and poke (both listed as appetizers), and they made a perfect light meal. He said both were outstanding and incredibly fresh. I also love that Cutter's has an open kitchen. You can see everything being made to order, and there were clearly plenty of people working in the kitchen (it just seemed like they needed more servers on the floor). The only other downside is the atmosphere. The restaurant feels dated, with older booths and a dining room that feels more focused on fitting in tourists than creating an upscale experience. For the prices, I expected a little more polish. There's no dress code, at least not one that's enforced, so jeans and a T-shirt are totally fine. They also have a great cocktail menu if you want to grab a drink. Overall, Cutter's isn't a tourist trap like many places around Pike Place. The food quality is genuinely higher than average, and I'd come back for the seafood alone. Hopefully they can improve the staffing and refresh the dining room because this place has a lot of potential. read more

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We made a reservation and we were lucky enough to get a table overlooking the water. Jess was a fantastic server! Very friendly and accommodating. The food was good. The Manila clams were my favorite part of the meal. My daughter said the creme brulee is a 5 out of 5...which might be why I only got a couple of bites lol read more

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Food was really great, Salmon awesome and Halibut amazing. The wedge salad was delicious, service and view beyond words. read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Wedge salad - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great food and drinks. Great service, friendly people and knowledgeable of the menu I really like this place because it is consistently great food and great place. read more

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The new light rail service from the Eastside opens up a whole bunch of dining opportunities that were too inconvenient prior. Cutters is back in the playlist, and I returned for the first time in years, you can't recreate that view on the Eastside. First up, a heads up. It's a corporate restaurant, the waiter's are all schooled in the art of upselling. Just relax and let them do their routine, they are required to so don't get upset. We came in during Seattle Restaurant Week and they did a great job with their 3 course dinner. One chowder, one salad, one seafood pasta, one salmon, all of it excellently seasoned and prepared. And oh did I mention the view?? read more

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The location is perfect, and the views beautiful! We went on a Sunday in early Spring, and it was very busy, so consider making a reservation during peak times. The server was good, not amazing but solid, no complaints. The food was also pretty solid, benchmark for local seafood. We ordered from a special menu where we got to experience a little of a lot of items. I'd go back whenever in town. read more

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What an amazing experience. We had the pleasure of being served by Benjamin. He did an exceptional job taking care of not just our table but all of the ones he had in our area. Super pleased with him The food was exceptional. My wife had the surf and turf and I had the chowder and tacos... I know i know ... but dang!!! It was SUPER GOOD!! A little upscale with upscale type folk but a great place for the not so upscalie types. lol. Please visit and ask for Benjamin.... :) read more

This place was great! We wanted a waterfront seafood restaurant for our last night and this place did not disappoint. We booked a reservation, you need a reservation anywhere you go in Seattle. A great location and choice for dinner! read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Chilean Sea Bass - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I really enjoyed my dinner at Cutters Crabhouse! My dad and I ordered a lot of meals to share because we wanted a taste of iconic Seattle dishes, and everything was great. I have to give a special mention to the clam chowder, chipotle shrimp, and the sea bass - they were fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The resturant itself is in the iconic Pike Market and is on the waterfront, so created a truly stunning, calming and authentic dining experience. Our server was so friendly and helpful. This was a great first meal to introduce us to delicious Seattle food! read more

Cutters Crabhouse - New England Clam Chowder Bowl, King Crab Legs 1 lb., Grilled Seafood Trio, Pacific Oysters, Grilled Honey Chipotle Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Food was excellent! Wow! Can't wait to come back! Service was also the same. Ambiance was looking out the windows watching sailboats and boats going past. Get the crab stuffed salmon it was extremely flavorful read more

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Yes to Crabbers! Yes to the Crab Dip! And yes to the Pilsner beer! Five stars for the great appy and cold beer. Order the crab dip, you will not be disappointed. The service by Ben was great too! read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Crab Dip!!! - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We went into town with family and decided to have lunch at Cutter's, great location right next to Pike Place with a gorgeous view (try and ask for a table by the window). Our server was a sweetheart, very friendly, helpful and made sure our water glasses were always filled. We had one of their lunch specials, fish and chips, salmon burger and a lobster sandwich. I loved my fish and chips, nice crispy batter and great fries. The lunch fish and lobster roll were also complimented. The only item that could have used a bit more sauce was the salmon sandwich, the fish was pretty dry. I feel it's a great choice for lunch (never tired the dinner menu), so would totally come back again either for lunch or try dinner. read more

Walked over from a nearby hotel for an early dinner during their great happy hour. Everyone we interacted with was very friendly and inviting. We grabbed two spots at the bar and ordered a few drinks and multiple appetizers to share from their happy hour menu. I really enjoyed the spicy margarita and the ahi tuna tacos. I was intrigued by the thin cut French fries with old bay seasoning and enjoyed them. I'm a sucker for thin/crispy fries and love old bay seasoning. The edamame was average at best. Luke warm with some salt shaken on them. This was the only dish that we didn't love. We would definitely come back again. read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Happy hour menu - Ahi Tuna Tacos, Old Bay Fries, and Edamame - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Food was grand ambiance was amazing and service was superb!! Thank you!! Will be returning. read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Amazing!! - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I was at Cutters this week for a business meeting. The meal was just okay but shortly after noon, loud pop music comes on the speakers. All the sudden it has crazy nightclub vibes and it is LOUD. Cutters. Your clientele does not want this. Nice restaurants never have music with lyrics, and a classy place doesn't play music loudly. I will never take clients there again. I don't know who signed off on the loud, lyrical pop music, but I can now understand why it was so empty there. read more

I sooo wanted to give Cutters a higher rating because our experience here started fantastic! The restaurant inside is spacious and clean, and there's a beautiful view of the water if you're sat by the window like my family was. Our waiter was super patient and detailed in explaining specials and his own recommendations. The seafood here was fresh! The oysters were delicious, the salmon was cooked so well and weren't even close to being dry, and the crab legs and clams were delectable. But things fell short towards the end when we had a complaint about our bill because they charged us more than what was on the menu for the side of mushrooms. We waited over twenty minutes for the updated bill and while my hubby was eating his bread pudding, he found some sort of parchment paper still left inside. We told our waiter and he waved it off, saying it was a small mistake. I think if we're being charged a lot for food, we shouldn't find inedible things in it. And if we do, an apology should be given. After that, it took our waiter even longer to return our final bill to us. It felt like he was avoiding us. We had spent almost 45 minutes just waiting to pay. The food tasted great but the service just went downhill fast. read more

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We had some Landry's credits that were about to expire, so we decided to give Cutters Crabhouse a try. While waiting at the hostess stand, we were greeted by the bar-area server -- he was great. The hostess was also pleasant and personable. Shortly after we were seated, our server came over. He was nice, though quiet and reserved. We started with the Little Gem Wedge Salad. While I prefer a more traditional wedge, the homemade blue cheese dressing was phenomenal. I ordered the Fish and Chips -- unfortunately, it was a miss. Some of the worst I've ever had. When I broke open the fish, water trickled out, which was a pretty clear indication it wasn't fresh. My first red flag should have been that the menu didn't list the type of fish. The beer batter was overcooked, and the oil tasted old. My dining partner had the Dungeness crab and shrimp fettuccine and said it was great. As we were leaving, the bar-area server thanked us for coming in and asked if we needed parking validated -- which we appreciated, since our server had forgotten. Parking isn't fully validated, but you do get a 50% off sticker. Overall, Cutters was a one-and-done for us. We both agreed it's not worth a return visit. read more

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First of all, I found this restaurant on Yelp when I was looking for a nice place to enjoy seafood with a view of the water. The food was not disappointing...it was delicious! Although you will not see any pictures. Please know that it was also nicely plated. Our server ensured that we enjoyed the evening discussing the menu items that we had questions about. I wish I remembered his name he was very professional and attentive. I will definitely revisit this establishment when I return to Seattle. read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Cocktail in the clip - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

James was amazing! We came in for lunch today and had the best experience!! We did family style since we all wanted to try everything. We shared the calamari, tuna poke, crab sampler platter, and tomato salad. The crab sampler platter was the star of the show! It was so fun to be able to taste the different crabs side by side. Everything was so fresh and delicious!! Andy stopped by our table and was so sweet to check in and talk to us! Thank you to the staff for making us feel like family! Will for sure be back next time we are in Seattle! read more

Amazing! Such a friendly staff, knowing we are tourists they went above and beyond to make us have such a great experience. They gave great recommendations on food and beverages, even the manager was very attentive. We will definitely be back on our trip to Seattle. read more

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Reviews were a bit mixed but this was one of the best meals we had in Seattle. A bit pricey but with beautiful views. Service was excellent. read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Salmon - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Host didn't seem to like children. They had a kids menu, we are in the middle of a tourist area, and there's a cruise ship parked next door at the peir. Yet, we could feel the vibe right away as they chided my five year old for taking a step towards their bar area. Then, asked us to wait for a reservation time by ushering us into the foyer and demonstratively shutting the door in between. Since i was short on time and the family was tired, we ate here anyways but with the vibe off, didn't bother to get my usual whole dungeness or king crab. Why spend money when the staff doesn't smile at you. Got the kids their kids meals, and a couple sandwiches. Open face crab sandwich looked like crap but tasted great. The cold lobster and shrimp roll was good. We were there the whole lunch rush and noticed they didn't once go into the salt water tank for a fresh crab or have fresh seafood placed in the ice bins for display. Sadly, for a crab place, those 2 areas should be hopping. Maybe everyone else felt the same as me? Why spend if you don't feel welcome. read more

Had such a great experience at Cutter's Crabhouse during a mother-daughter trip! Everything we ordered was spot on--the oven-roasted crab & artichoke dip was rich and flavorful, and the open-faced crab sandwich was absolutely delicious. Fresh, well-prepared, and worth it. Special shoutout to our server, James; he was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Top notch service and recommendations. Definitely recommend if you're in Seattle and craving great seafood with a view! read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Crab and Oven Roasted Crab & Artichoke Dip - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Service was incredible! Ethan is the BEST waiter! On top of that, the food was amazing! read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Heirloom Tomato Salad - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Super fresh seafood, staff was a bit confused about the reservation but super helpful and our server was amazing. Open bright and welcoming. Love the round tables for larger party of 8. Will be back read more

Food was ok. Nothing special, service was "rushed". I would understand if there was a wait for a table, but there wasn't, one of the waiters was very rude to my daughter, which was very surprising for a grown man to give a 14 yr old girl an attitude for a simple question about the menu. Last was the bill, somehow I was triple charged, my bill the table next to me and an order from the bar.. please don't ask how that happened, I just happen to see it as I walked out on my phone. The best way they saw to rectify the issue was to offer to cover my glass of wine. Seriously, No thank you. Just charge me correctly, would take "3-4 business days" to refund charge... To sum it up... the food and service at the like place market was way better. read more

First, we had a time constraint and James expedited our order. He was courteous, professional and courteous. Other establishments could learn from James. The food was exceptional and the prices matched that quality. read more

My favorite seafood restaurant in Washington. Outstanding food, great service. I intend to keep going back.

We had a disappointing meal somewhere else we so really poured over reviews to choose a restaurant. Food was excellent. Ambiance was elegant. Great views. Service was excellent. Best food I've had in a while. read more

Cutters Crabhouse - King Salmon - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Monday night, my first time here. Service and ambience were more than pleasant. Fancy cocktail in fancy glass: superb Classic gin martini up with olives: perfect Bread: I'd been looking forward to copious bread for the table but they don't seem to do that here. I asked for bread and they brought some garlicky bread that was OK. Crab and shrimp fettuccini: outstanding. Flavorful, just the right texture, yumbolicious. Crème brûlée and chocolate lava cake: both to die for Decaf coffee: strangely weak. Couldn't drink it. The really good things were good enough that I'd for sure come back. read more

Great service. Our server Daniel was terrific. He offered great advice as to the menu and drink choices. The food was great. Our grandson wanted crab legs and Cutters delivered! read more

Three things that are amazing about this restaurant. 1. My wife was there! 2. The Macs & Jacks Amber beer 3. Bartender/waiter Otherwise, $27.50 Lobster & Shrimp roll was over priced and they serve cocktail sauce with calamari instead or marinara sauce. Tourist trap for lunch! read more

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Food was exemplary. Absolutely wonderful. However, the food was exceeded by the Service from the server named James. He was kind, attentive, and anticipated our every need. Made great recommendations. He knows his business and is a true pro. read more

Cutters is still a lovely restaurant with classy ambiance, beautiful waterfront views and delicious food. We hadn't dined there in a long time, so didn't realize they now have a heavily Asian-influenced menu, at least in the bar where we had Happy Hour. We liked that the HH menu had a robust selection of both food and craft cocktails, and was laid out very clearly by price point. Service was prompt & friendly. read more

Cutters Crabhouse - Happy Hour crab stuffed jalapeños & crab artichoke dip - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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