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Lowell's Restaurant

3.6 (2.1k reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Casual
Touristy
Moderate noise
Good for kids

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Lowells Famous Fish & Chips
Andrew Y.

The restaurant is three levels with one being a bar and another being the sit down portion. Service took a little bit, but they are quite busy so it's understandable. I ordered a cup of clam chowder ($10) as well as the fish and chips ($25). I also tried their mimosa and a Fuji apple cider. The cider was absolutely delicious and you can definitely taste the apple and for 8/9 dollars I think it was very good. The mimosa was $13 and it was quite strong but still bearable. The clam chowder was just OK. It wasn't anything special and living in the Bay Area, I have had clam chowder that was better. The fish and chips were also pretty good. Not the juiciest I've ever had, but I do like the outside breading being like a Panko breading rather than one smooth layer Overall, I would rate this place a 5.7/10. The restaurant has a good view. The food is all right. The drinks were good. I just don't think that they were worth the price. I don't think I would come again due to the value, but I would definitely try just to say I've been here

Basic clam chowder. Nothing spectacular and crab omelette did not satisfy. Needs more flavor.
Gabriella S.

Visiting from out of state & We passed by several times and it always had a line out waiting. Finally were able to stop in early on a Saturday morning but everything we ordered was meh. I think it's more of the experience to get a chance to eat but their flavor is allowed to be mid bc of where they are located. We ordered a crab omelet and cup of clam chowder. Clam chowder was basic, it was fine. Crab omelet had such a big lump of crab in it but nothing else. I think it would have been better if had sautéed veggies or something to give it a wow! It was a lump of crab mixture with egg. Neither of us liked. Hashbrowns were great ! We also ordered mimosas and Bloody Marys and they were fine too.

Clam chowder
Robert R.

Came here for some clam chowder. Chowder was thick, creamy, well seasoned, and delicious. The view was great too. The cashier was a bit terse and unfriendly but the servers were great! Dont know if id be back but was a great cup of chowder with a view.

Andrea M.

Great service, great views and good food. The calamari is melt in your mouth, the fries were rubber and I wanted to not have to eat the one I did. The crab cakes were meaty more than bread and the chowder was good, but could use more clams.

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. The 2nd floor has a bar and table service. 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. 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.

DELISH fish n' chips, def comin' back for this again
Pam Y.

Probably the best cooked fish I've ever had in a fish n' chips dish. it was melt-in-your-mouth, OMG. chowder was good too. view are great but most importantly, service was off the hook. front of house was also rockin' it. I'm not sure what's up w the negative reviews. these guys are BUSY & do an amazing job. would def return for the fish n' chips next time I'm in Seattle :)

Fish & Chips
Nelma P.

Pike Place Fish Market was definitely on my Seattle bucket list! I knew I had to try some seafood for lunch. This place is huge, but we stumbled upon Lowell's. The clam chowder caught my eye. We ordered downstairs and headed up to the 3rd floor, hoping for a nice view. The stairs were a bit scary, with servers running up and down, balancing huge trays. We managed to snag the best table for two with a window seat. It took a while to get our food, but it was worth the wait. The Fish & Chips were fantastic--the fish was crunchy, tasty, and delicious. Portion good for two. The clam chowder was super creamy with a good amount of clams. The meal at Lowell's made for a wonderful day at Pike Place.

Seattle Waterfront
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.

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! We weren't sat at the window, we were one table in- but the views were lovely. 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.

Rustic Tuna Melt

The food was amazing 1000/10 ! The views are nice and it is perfect for a casual lunch or dinner. I like how you can grab a seat then go get drinks at the bar. Perfect choice for our Seattle day.

View from top floor

Fish and chips were amazing! Also get the espresso martini with baileys. We came on a Saturday and the wait wasn't bad pretty views of the pier on the top floor!

View from bottom level dinning room
Matt L.

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

Interior upstairs
Samantha K.

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. 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. The decor leans very maximalist--lots going on, but it works for the space and adds to the whole Pike Place energy. The staff was quick and efficient, very no-nonsense, which fits the pace of the atmosphere. Great spot to sit, eat, and take in the view while you're in the middle of everything.

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2nd floor bar, attentive staff, yummy clam chowder! Happy hour from 7-9 am and 4 to close!

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The views alone are worth stopping in but luckily the food is also delicious. Don't miss this gem in pike place :)

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Good views, good chowder. Go to the second floor for sit down service - its worth it and you don't feel rushed enjoying the view.

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Great customers services. Very attentive and personnel friendliness. The Parmesan garlic fries is delish!

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The breakfast was very good. Had the Dungeness crab Benedict and it was very good my husband enjoyed his pancakes

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Stopped by here for dinner. The wife and I had a fantastic Fish&Chips plate. The waiter was prompt and courteous.

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Ask the Community - Lowell's Restaurant

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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Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge

Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge

4.7(860 reviews)
0.1 mi•Downtown
•$$

Amazingly efficient, Delicious and Fun experience restaurant. I went based upon other reviews…read morewhich I found to be spot-on! I ordered biscuits and gravy which I was crossing my fingers that I wouldn't regret. Delicious! I wanted to try so many things on the menu but was just in town for a day. Will have to go back when I visit the Big Attle next!

Ludi's has been in biz 90 yrs, and altho they have changed locations a few times, they still offer…read moreserious Mabuhay on a plate in DT Seattle. I had the combo silog (lumpia, pork chop, longanisa, Ilocos sausage, eggs, garlic rice and kamatis (tomatoes). I also split a side of corned beef (not pictured) w/ mija and a female rellie (they shared a combo silog). The food was a definite smash!!!!! The pork chop was tender, and went well with the homemade vinegar & garlic sauce. The long lumpia shanghai was GBD, and also went well with the sauce. The longanisa had a texture that reminded me of childhood, and the Ilocos sausage (that is less fatty), was a nice contrast. Lastly, the savory corned beef was a good way to finish the big portion of garlic rice. I def needed a nap after this meal. Regarding the ambiance, its a small, casual place that holds 50. You order at the front, and your food is brought to you quickly. There were a lot of Flip clients, but there were also a fair number of non-Flip clients. Many of the clients looked like regulars. The staff is super nice, and they play Hawaiian reggae in the background. All in all, an awesome experience in DT Seattle. There's a reason Ludi's is on Yelp's Top 100 list. I have a trip booked in Oct to SEA, and I'm glad my hotel is very close to Ludi's.

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Ludi's Restaurant & Lounge - Inside seating area

Inside seating area

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Combo-Silog

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Café Hagen - Churro cruffin

Café Hagen

4.4(652 reviews)
1.0 mi•South Lake Union
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What a delectable meal after a 4 hour bus ride Came here…read moreafter dropping off our bags at the hotel, since it was just a 5 minute walk away. We came in around 1:45pmish and it wasn't crowded. They had an amazing selection of pastries, though I didn't try any. I got their Caramelized Banana Latte to satisfy my sweet tooth, and it wasn't too banana-flavored nor too sweet; the black sesame in it balanced it nicely. I also got the Urban Pesto, which was SO yum. I was little skeptical of the focaccia - sometimes I find it to be too puffy, and thus hard to eat the sandwich - but this had a lovely panini press on it that made it easy to eat. The in-house herby cheese in the sandwich made each bite just that much more delicious. The staff was also super nice and accommodating to my parents' requests and questions. Can't wait to come back to try their other food and bev options!

After having lunch across the street, I decided to check out Cafe Hagen SLU (7/21/26). I had…read morevisited other Seattle locations on upper and lower Queen Anne. I appreciated that this location has both spacious indoor and outdoor seating. Despite being busy, this was not packed with ample seating still available and not cramped. Nice chill vibe with good music, healthy foliage and pleasant indoor decor, with a reasonable unidirectional service line. Tempting pastry case with savory and sweet choices, the usual bevs, as well as, cocktails. Vibrant place to visit solo or meetups with others. The 16oz iced mokka (mocha) I had was well crafted. Both counter folks were personable and welcoming. I was able to sit at a two top and remain cool during my brief visit on that hot Tuesday early afternoon. They've been an indie (Cafe Hagen/Freya) that has expanded to many locations: here in SLU, two on Queen Anne, downtown on 5th, at Dexter, the Waterfront, Freya in Pike Place Market and Nordic Museum in Ballard, plus sites over in Bellevue and Kirkland. Support local!

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Café Hagen - Interior

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Café Hagen - Delicious quiche

Delicious quiche

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Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union - Biscuits and gravy. Super good

Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union

3.7(2.9k reviews)
0.9 mi•South Lake Union
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The food was fresh and delicious. The gluten free options were tasty as well as varied. Not your…read moreboring run of the mill GF options. The staff was friendly and helpful. They have an adorable outside seating area. I would highly recommend this place

I went here for brunch with a friend on a Saturday morning and had a great experience! I haven't…read morebeen to this location before and I preferred it to my usual location on Roosevelt in UDistrict. It's much more open and comfortable and lends to a nice ambiance. It was quite busy which we anticipated, so I would highly recommend making a reservation. We were seated right away with our reservation time, but it did take some time to be served. I enjoyed the hot coffee with a bit of cream. It was good; my only comment is that I wasn't offered a refill at any point, and we were there for over an hour. To be fair, it was SUPER busy; like at least 100 people in the dining room. I had one of their seasonal specials, the peaches and cream Swedish pancakes. It was a generous portion included with a trip to the berry bar. The berry bar was very fresh and well maintained as far as cleanliness. It was also in a prime location, near the tables but not too close and not in the way of the walking path. The peaches were juicy and sweet and the cream cheese frosting was a decadent topping. I added some berries which made it extra special. I liked the caramel shards, but they were a little on the thick side for my liking and were a bit tough to eat. However, I really enjoyed the dish overall! I also got a side of peppered bacon which was well-cooked, crispy, and extra peppery. My friend got the classic French toast and a side of potatoes. She loved the French toast with the included berry bar trip! However, the potatoes were cut into HUGE pieces which were difficult to eat even though they were cooked through. I would definitely come back here! If you're looking for a popular brunch spot with delicious sweet brunch options, check on Portage Bay Cafe SLU!

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Portage Bay Cafe - South Lake Union - Bananas Foster French Toast (veg)

Bananas Foster French Toast (veg)

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Shaker + Spear - Crispy Mushroom

Shaker + Spear

4.4(1.3k reviews)
0.2 mi•Belltown
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we stayed at the Palladium, which is the hotel attached to this restaurant, & they offer breakfast…read morevouchers for the chase sapphire reserve for part of their amenities- which gave us plenty of meals through shaker + spear. every morning we were so grateful to have delicious, well done breakfast to get our day started! every entrée that we had was really good, solid breakfast food that included coffee & juice. We had a mix of classic breakfast foods like omelettes, french toast and benedict- but our personal fave was the salmon benedict as well as the banana foster french toast!! I have to say, the food was pretty good- nothing super out of the ordinary, but the service is what blew us away. The wait staff was extremely professional, prompt & friendly. Our favorite server was Alexis, he made every breakfast feel like we were having one at home with a friend. The manager, hosts & servers were all amazing people who genuinely just want you to have a good meal. I really admire any restaurant that can truly make it feel like home. Thanks to Shaker + Spear for being amazing for our trip in Washington- will 100% be back!!

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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Welcome note..

Shaker + Spear - Mussels

Mussels

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