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    Lowell's Restaurant

    3.6 (2k reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    LOWELL'S RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for kids

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    James I.

    Great service, food was fresh and tasty, and it felt intimate but not overwhelming. If I wanted a quiet-ish bite in the market with fresh hot food, I'd go back. Also...views are unbeatable. The staff were friendly and happy to welcome us.

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    Noel A.

    First time in Seattle and heard great things about this place so my family had to try it out. Love their policy on how you're not allowed to save tables. You have to order first and then the hostess directs you to seating on the first or third levels. The second level is a well stocked bar. We were seated on the third floor and had an amazing view of the Seattle Waterfront. When our plates arrived, they were very large portions. Everyone enjoyed their dishes. There are so many dishes to try we will definitely be back for more.

    Lowells Clam Chowder
    Jasmine D.

    This was one of the few restaurants at pike place that was open fairly early on a Sunday. The employee at the entrance was friendly and gave us the rundown: order at the counter and if you dine in, sit on the first or third floor & your meal will be delivered to your table. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The 2nd floor has a bar and table service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We ordered a bowl of clam chowder and their Dungeness crab Benedict at the counter and chose a table on the 3rd floor. Had a great view of the bay.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Is this a tourist trap? Yes. Expensive? Yes. The chowder was ok, used a bit of Tabasco sauce to add some heat and flavor. The Benedict was served with toast and hash browns. It was just ok as well, definitely not worth the hefty $40 price tag.

    Market breakfast and Combination breakfast

    Great breakfast! The floors offer lots of tables with views of the Sound. I went with a friend who visits every time she's in Seattle, so I was prepared for the ordering system. Order as you enter. Silverware, napkins, etc on each floor. Water available on each floor. Clean and comfortable ambiance. Quite good latte. We both ordered breakfast and I was impressed with the quality and quantity of food. I had the Combination and selected sausage patties and pancakes. Judy opted for the Market with well done scrambled eggs and crispy bacon. All was prepared to order - not always the case for Judy's eggs - and flavorful. I especially enjoyed the sausage patties.

    cup of clam chowder
    Crystal O.

    Great location right at Pike Market- ordering counter downstairs with some seating, but upstairs- that's table service with a view! [[HIGHLIGHT]]We weren't sat at the window, we were one table in- but the views were lovely.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a cup of clam chowder and John got the fish-n-chips. The clam chowder was good, but I have most certainly had better and right around the corner. The fish and chips were perfect. John and I shared everything and he agreed with my assessment. Service was fast and friendly. I can't remember if there was an elevator- but be careful on the stairs, the servers are carrying huge trays of food up- I yielded to them.

    View from bottom level dinning room
    Matt L.

    Great king salmon bagel and lox. Very friendly service that helped out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was crowded but everything at pikes place is and this is a touristy stop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful views from the general seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    Sofia V.

    Lowell's was our must visit #1 spot on our list while visiting Seattle. At Pike's Place there's so much to see, taste, and to buy. We fortunately stumbled by Lowell's right from the elevator, just our luck! There was a line wrapped around but it moved pretty fast. The service was fast everything moved like a machine. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Again we were lucky to also find a table for 6 at the bottom level since they are three.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food came out fast. A bit on the pricy side but you're paying for the view and eating at a tourist spot. We ordered the famous crab melt with fries, a tuna melt, clam chowder and fish and chips. Everyone LOVED their food. I just wasn't a fan of the sauce on the crab melt. It made it soggy for me. I'd definitely return to try another favorite.

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    Dave B.

    Service was fast! You can either ?a) wait in line on the first floor, or (b) go to the second floor for sit-down dining. If you go with kids under 21, you will not be seated by the windows facing the water. So be aware. The views are fantastic and the food was great. Service was quick and friendly.

    Interior upstairs
    Samantha K.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Stopped by Lowell's Restaurant while at Pike Place and grabbed a table on the second floor--highly recommend doing that if you can. The view alone is worth it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The chowder was the perfect way to kick off our time in Seattle and the breakfast tacos were solid. Nothing overcomplicated, just good, satisfying food. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor leans very maximalist--lots going on, but it works for the space and adds to the whole Pike Place energy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff was quick and efficient, very no-nonsense, which fits the pace of the atmosphere. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great spot to sit, eat, and take in the view while you're in the middle of everything.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Salmon Chowder Bread Bowl
    Sydney F.

    Lowell's is a must stop for incredible clam or salmon chowder in a bread bowl. It's a casual vibe inside Pike's Place where you order at a cash register and then your order is brought to your seat wherever you find one. The bread bowl was soft and fluffy which was the perfect addition to my salmon chowder. Great quality and lots of pieces of fish that was a perfect lunch on a chilly and rainy day. The clam chowder is also incredible and a staple of Seattle.

    Slow Braised Corned Beef Reuben with soup substitute for fries
    S D.

    There's a line outside because you order first at the counter and then sit down. But it's a long line because the area is small. We got seated upstairs because we were pulled for a table of 2. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The view is as it says, very pretty for a restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is very behind. We sat for a while and then ordered. We decided to share the Rueben sandwich and clam chowder. I wish they had options for small sides. The sandwich was good. The clam chowder was ok. Kinda bland for a famous place. The service took forever after we asked the check. Honestly go somewhere else.

    Traditional breakfast
    Debbie M.

    Lowell's is a must-stop if you're in the market! We had a beautiful table tucked into a corner overlooking the harbor and outstanding service from Tyler--friendly, attentive, and full of great recommendations. Breakfast was delicious. My husband had the classic combo with eggs, hash browns, link sausage, and toast--perfect comfort food. I ordered a huge bagel topped with herbed cream cheese, king salmon, pickled onions, and capers... absolutely fantastic. And bonus: unlimited hot coffee --always a win. It's tucked right inside the marketplace, and we actually found it thanks to a suggestion from our server at Alder & Ash the night before. So glad we listened! Would I come back? Heck yeah! Next time, I'm trying the crab omelette for sure

    View from third floor
    Lulu T.

    I visited Lowell's with a coworker for a late lunch and I'm SO glad we did. [[HIGHLIGHT]]You order at the front and choose one of the three levels to sit at, the third with a beautiful water view.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The gentleman taking our order was so kind! Coworker got the fish and chips and I, the salmon Cesar. Both were a huge portions and very tasty but the salmon was the star of the show. Locally caught and sold in pike place market, it was some of the freshest salmon I've ever eaten. Truly melt in your mouth, and the price for each meal wasn't exorbitant. I'll definitely be visiting again next time I'm in Seattle

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    Is Lowell's handicapped accessible?

    The first floor is.

    Do they have a service fee?

    No auto gratuity, you are prompted by the machine for you too input at checkout.

    What is the brand of coffee Lowell's serves?

    Thruline, a local roaster

    Can I make a reservation for my visit to Seattle in July ? They are not on Opentable

    Unfortunately no. It's first come first served. Line moves pretty quickly though. It's a walk up and order at the counter model...

    How late is breakfast served?

    Breakfast is served until 11am Monday through Friday, and until 1130am Saturdays and Sundays.

    Fish and chips?

    Yes! I've never had them though.

    Will Lowell's be open this Thanksgiving 11/23/17? If so, what are the hours of operation? Thank you!

    No. Lowell's is closed on New Year's, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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    Seattle Fish Guys…read more What can I say? This spot came highly recommended by the bride, and it did not disappoint! If you're looking for fresh seafood, this is the place. Inside, you'll find an amazing selection of fresh seafood, including salmon belly, large fresh prawns, fresh poke, and so many Hawaiian-inspired favorites even tempura batter and other specialty items. I stopped by to pick up some salmon belly to bring home, and I can't wait to cook it! If you're a seafood lover, I definitely recommend adding Seattle Fish Guys to your list.

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    Taylor Shellfish Farms

    Taylor Shellfish Farms

    4.2
    (1.5k reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    Went there with a friend from montana on July 4th. We try…read moreto do it every year. You stand in line, make your order and wait for a table looking at the water with a cold beer. The shrimp aer very good too. Staff is VERY friendly! Just remember that quality food like this won't come cheap - but it's worth the drive to Bow WA

    This place came up on our yelp search for whole crabs, which we need to have while visiting…read moreSeattle. The creamy dip in the head crab shell got us intrigued, so we headed there for dinner. After a short wait for a table, we got seated and got our waters. The server gave us a run down of the popular items, one of which was their sampler for MP ($160). It has a dozen oysters, a whole crab, geoduck, shrimp cocktail, and more. Good deal for sharing. That was way to much food, so we just ordered the whole crab and geoduck sashimi. We also got a couple side orders of rice. The crab was pretty small to share, but it was fresh. The dip was pretty good. The crab "fat" flavor was a little too subtle, but it was still a tasty dip for the crab meat. I had imagined that it would be a kind of crab chowder, but it's more of a mayonnaise mixture. I thought $71 for the crab was a bit pricey though. The geoduck sashimi was really good. There were portions of both the siphon and belly fat. This isn't a typical menu item, so I was glad they offered it. The staff is so friendly. They made us feel at home. I wish they could just hang and chat with us lol. They were so busy though. Anyway, we were satisfied with our meal and enjoyed our time there.

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    Moqueca- Brazilian Shellfish Stew
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    Half Shell

    Half Shell

    4.3
    (212 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Half Shell is a wonderful seafood restaurant just north of Pike Place Market that really highlights…read morethe flavors of the Pacific Northwest. We started with fresh oysters, which were beautifully presented over ice with lemon and mignonette. They were incredibly fresh and delicious. We also tried the Dungeness crab roll, which was packed with sweet crab and served on a perfectly toasted bun. Everything tasted fresh, high quality, and thoughtfully prepared. The atmosphere is warm, stylish, and relaxed. The wood interior, Pearl Bar, and outdoor patio make it a great place to enjoy lunch, dinner, or happy hour. The cocktail menu is also impressive and pairs perfectly with the seafood. Service was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. If you're looking for excellent seafood near Pike Place Market, Half Shell is absolutely worth a visit. We had a great experience and would happily return.

    Walking Pike Market area and I needed to take a break. Then,,,,, I found Happy Hour sign here!…read moreThey just opened but half of seats were already occupied. Must be good! When I got inside, the receptionist asked me table or counter, I was by myself so whichever is fine so she escorted me to the counter seat. It's a good size of the restaurant whether you're dining solo, enjoying a date night, or catching up with friends and family. I ordered half dozen of the oysters on the half shell-shucker's choice and mini-tini. When I ordered at the counter, the staff said I can pick mini-tini from regular martini menu. Oh, that's great. So, I chose "i dream of aquavit" and she told me "it's a little bit weird flavor, is it okay?" What? What's mean weird flavor? But I was interested in, so I told her I'd like to know "weird flavor" lol! Shortly, my "weird flavor(lol)" mini-tini came and it looked cute, taste was okay. I don't like sweet cocktail, so it's good for me but hard to explain by words. lol! My half dozen of oysters on the half shell, fresh, sweet sea flavor, and yum!! I enjoyed my break time and I'd like to come back & try regular menu!!!

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    I can eat oysters all day
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    Shaker + Spear

    Shaker + Spear

    4.4
    (1.3k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    While visiting Seattle for a few days, I made reservations at Shaker + Spear and wasn't quite sure…read morewhat I wanted to order. I noticed the salmon on the menu and decided to give it a try since I was looking for something a little lighter. I am so glad I did. Without exaggeration, it was the best salmon I've ever had. The fish was cooked perfectly, and the sauce and accompanying ingredients brought everything together beautifully. Every bite was outstanding. Beyond the food, the atmosphere was fantastic, the service was friendly and attentive, and the bar offered a great selection of cocktails and spirits. If you're visiting Seattle or looking for a great dining experience, I would absolutely recommend Shaker + Spear. The salmon alone is worth coming back for.

    Nice and easy restaurant attached to a hotel. Service was rather slow this evening as there was…read moreonly one cook in the kitchen. It's nice to watch the staff cook because it tells you that the food is fresh. I have high expectations for seafood in Seattle. However, I was disappointed with the scallops as it tasted raw and cool to the touch in the center. I'm not a scallop expert but this one missed the mark - the flavors were off with the sauce (tasted earthy). Presentation and color looked good, but this didn't taste good. Also came here breakfast several times. I don't have pictures, but each time the breakfast was amazing!

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