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Elliott's Oyster House

3.9 (4.9k reviews)
PriceySeafood
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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Moderate noise
Touristy
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Catharine N.

Came for HH to have WA oysters and they were massive West Coast oysters!! I'm typically a east coast, briny oysters kind of person but can appreciate the west coast ones. The mussels are soooo good!! You also get a nice view of the bay!

6 different kinds of oysters
Gerry R.

We started with a sampling of 6 kinds of oysters and they were delicious while being different. Our server was very knowledgeable and friendly. The location on the pier was a great setting. The entrees (too many to list) were all delicious. You cannot go wrong here. Be prepared to pay up for a wonderful dining experience.

Grand Central Bakery Potato Bread
Jamie P.

This is a really tough review to write because ultimately the two stars are from having to wait over an hour and a half for our food. Management did agree to comp a few meals and a round of drinks for five of us, which really was kind, but then the food came out lukewarm. No one wants lukewarm fish. We assumed because they are a popular tourist spot they would be used to being so busy in the summer, but apparently a large party was sat right before our reservation at 7:30, which caused the delay. The drinks were good, we enjoyed the bread, and the view is hard to beat at sunset, but otherwise I'm not sure I can recommend this one.

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Melissa M.

We got seated right away. The views were amazing. The old old-fashioned had tequila in it, which was a different twist of the recipe. It was rather strong from what I heard from our friends. Our waiter was Roger and he was amazing. Very nice gentlemen and very patient. It wasn't too loud in there and we could hold a conversation easily well without having to raise our voices. The salmon came out very well and tasted amazing. The scallops were not what we imagined they would be. There were only three scallops on the plate with a bunch of risotto and the risotto was kind of dry.

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Allison P.

You can't beat the views and oysters at Elliott's! Located on the Waterfront, this spot is right in the middle of all the action. It's super accessible if you're nearby doing activities and sight seeing. We dropped in to specifically try out their oysters. We trusted our waiter's recommendation and let her take the reigns in choosing our assortment. Honestly, probably the best damn oysters I've ever had. Everything is locally sourced from WA! Soooo fresh and clean. Simply unbeatable. For drinks, we got a Guavarita to sip on. It's an orange infused tequila with ancho verde, agave, lime, and guava tepache. The most refreshing summer drink!

Chunneath K.

Needed a quick bite and some oysters on a sunny day, so Elliott's Oyster House was the perfect stop. I was able to get seated outside in the shade with a great view of the water. I ordered the clam chowder and, of course, oysters. The oysters were all amazing, with a great variety to choose from. They were shucked really well and came with both a mignonette sauce and a jalapeño sauce, which paired nicely with them. They are a bit pricey, but that's oysters for you. The restaurant itself is pretty big, though it can get packed during peak hours. If you're driving, just know there's no nearby parking since it's located on the waterfront, so you'll likely have to park a few blocks away. Overall, a great spot if you're craving fresh oysters with a view.

Fresh Oysters
Natasha R.

Absolutely delicious. We stopped in for oysters and wine - ended up with a dozen oysters, crab cakes, and a Cesar salad. Service was quick, even though they were very busy. The tables were clean and the views of the Sound can't be beat.

Shannon W.

I think the location, service and food is good! However, and it may be my fault for not calling and asking, but I was under the impression that there would be happy hour oysters when my mom and I went in June and I learned from the hostess that they do not do happy hour in the summer and this starts more in the fall. My mom and I mostly came for the oysters and there were so many options to choose from! I did like the little condiments that came with the oysters, especially the one with jalapeño. I will say that I felt the oysters were a little inconsistent with the taste and size when we ordered the same kind for the next round, but overall were good quality. I think I would like Elliott's better next time I come in for happy hour oysters!

Awesome cocktail and oysters
Dean H.

An amazing and delicious experience would be an understatement for this place. From the wait staff to the oyster choices to the cocktails to the menu that is not seafood to the kids menu to the beautiful view of the pier. It all just came together in this restaurant. Both nights the wait staff was excellent with the first one being better than the second night. The cocktails were crafted perfectly and when I didn't like a cocktail, they took it away and gave me another one which to me showed class by the restaurant. My wife doesn't eat seafood, but there was a few excellent choices that she was happy with. My daughter was definitely happy with the buttered pasta and Parmesan cheese. We ended up going 2 nights because the food was that delicious and the choices of fresh oysters on a half shell were amazing. The hostess was very stressed because she had tons of people trying to come in, but she held her composure and did very well both times we came. If you haven't tried this place, you need to do it right now.

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Michelle F.

Elliott's Oyster House is your typical big city downtown/tourist destination for average food and service with an elevated price. I will agree that the portion sizes are generous and the outside views are beautiful. We sat inside with a small group of friends. Our server was Parker and he was average at best. He was friendly but his service was so slow. He also seemed to disappear alot. We started with the Crab and Shrimp Dip. It was served hot and with toasted bread. We also ordered the Halibut, Coho Salmon, fish and chips, and the Chiopino. The Chiopino was by far the best option for a taste of everything. It was served in a bowl with a red broth that was delicious. There must have been a dozen clams, a dozen muscles, a 4oz piece of white fish, two shrimp and two scallops topped with a half of a fresh Dungeness crab that was all perfectly cooked and the small loaf of sourdoughbread was the best. My friend who ordered the fish and chips was disappointed because there were a lot of oil soaked fries, the fish was over cooked and also very greasy. The Halibut looked good but the texture was off. It was too dried out and chewy eventhough the polenta cake was cooked perfect. The Eclair for dessert had a nice presentation but it too was over fried. If you don't live where you can get fresh seafood and you like fried food, you won't know that this was not the best meal. Big portions but big disappointment and when the check showed up, they charge a full 20% gratuities on the whole bill so you are tipping on the tax too.

Right on the water!
John Z.

Wow! This was a an amazing experience! I thought it might be too touristy, but what we found was a really solid, slightly upscale restaurant right on the bay. We started with drinks at the bar and then got a table outside where we had smoked salmon chowder (simply amazing) and an assortment of fresh oysters. The bartender was great. Our waiter was an expert with the oysters (I'm not). Super fun experience. Doing four stars only because the hostesses were kind of snotty and slow when we initially checked in. Otherwise, 5 out of 5!!

Fresh shuck oysters
Samantha T.

We met up with some friends we hadn't seen in a while and enjoyed a wonderful late lunch at Elliott's Oyster House. It was a beautiful day, so we chose to sit outside and take in the scenic views of the bay, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We ordered a variety of dishes, including oysters, rockfish, a Caesar salad with salmon, a Crab Louie salad, and clam linguine. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The seafood tasted incredibly fresh, and each dish was prepared perfectly. Our server was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful when it came to selecting menu items, which made the dining experience even better. Between the excellent food, attentive service, and stunning waterfront views, this was a memorable meal all around. If you're looking for fresh seafood, great service, and an awesome view of the bay, Elliott's Oyster House is definitely worth checking out.

Deron B.

Such a delicious lunch with an extremely knowledgeable and helpful staff. Our server was well versed in the oyster selection and flavor profiles. Sat outside in the water for an amazing lunch. My suggestion, try one of each oyster they have for the day. You can really tell the differences.

Ladies room is spacious!

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Ask the Community - Elliott's Oyster House

Went to their website and no longer see Alaskan King Crab Legs on the menu, are they still serving these?

Seasonal.

I'd like to visit next week, but what is this 20% service charge I'm hearing about?

Be sure when you tip that you calculate off the price of the food or else you end up tipping on the service charge too. Elliot's is not a budget restaurant but it is a very special one with some the the freshest PNW seafood anywhere.

Is it noisy inside?

The day we went was about average noise it was not to bad!

Do they still serve cedar plank salmon?

I don't see cedar planked on their menu. It doesn't say how it's prepared.

Where can you park?

There is valet parking available most nights or you can take advantage of the ample parking on the street.

Do they offer an oyster happy hour currently?

They don't do happy hour anymore.

Do they serve cooked or charbroiled oysters?

Do they have their own parking and does it cost?

No. There are several public lots nearby. And limited street parking.

Is there a oyster happy hour?

No. I just went three weeks ago and they had informed me that they discontinued HH a little over two years ago. However the oysters are still amazing at $4 a pop.

Do you have Happy Hour menu?

No! No happy hour during the pandemic

Do you need a covid card or a covid test to eat inside?

Yes, they require proof of vaccination or a negative test result within 72 hours

Is it true that it is mandatory for guests to pay a 20% fee? What is the reason for this fee?

Yes, there is a service charge of 20%. This charge IS NOT a tip, the service charge goes back in full to the company. So instead, you are paying 40% on top of your meal. Deceptive practices here folks and I felt I was put in a bad position since… 

Are they currently doing the progressive oyster happy hour?

We were there last week, there wasn't a happy hour. There were very few happy hours in Seattle claiming Covid. Salty's Had a Thursday $1oysters happy hour, but we were there… 

Is there a dress code?

No, very causal

Do you have dollar oysters?

No, they do $2 oysters during Happy Hour.

Why is there a mandatory service fee? Is this on top of the tip to the waiter? Is this typical in Seattle restaurants?

It's not really just a Seattle thing. Actually the guy that started all the Shake shack's among many other fine New York restaurants started it along time ago. It's so that not only do the waiters get tips but the money is split between the kitchen… 

What do people normally wear here for dinner? Is it okay to be casual or should it be a little more dressy?

Buss Casual is Seattle formal

Does Elliott's offer a daily fish menu that varies in addition to the standard entree menu?

Yes, they have daily specials

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3-6pm M-F

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