I smart man. I know word. Word like puffery. So when someone claims to sell the "World Famous" Blackened Salmon Sandwich for $23 freaking dollars, I raise one eyebrow and proceed forward with a healthy concoction of cynicism and doubt. That doubt vanished with the first bite. "World Famous Yelp reviewer Zen X. rates Market Grill's World Famous salmon sandwich a five-star delight." read more

Market Grill - An unassumingly great place in Pike Place Market. - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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It's ok... It needs more seasoning on the salmon and it can be a bit dry. The prices are great, but it needs improvement. read more

After spending the morning at Pike Place, and doing our own tasting tour, we were on the hunt for good seafood. Market Grill came up as one of the higher rated options so we decided to give it a chance. This small stand was located in a very busy area of the market and a constant flow of customers. I ordered the salmon plate which came with a filet, rice, side salad, and garlic bread. As we waited for food we sat on the side of the grill which had 4 seats(3 mounted and 1 stool on a slanted surface). I took note of how the cooks prepared the fish and noticed how it seemed like all they were making was salmon although there were other protein items. That told me just how popular the salmon was. I watched the cooks season the fish very generously so I had high expectations of how flavorful it would be. Once I tasted my food, I was confused on why this place is so popular. I was VERY disappointed in the lack of flavor on the fish. It was flavorless despite the amount of seasoning I watched them put on it. The rice was also not seasoned and didn't gain any flavor from the salmon being on top. It was easily my least favorite meal of the trip and I would not return or recommend. read more

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After hours of exploring Pike Place, my friend and I decided to stop here for lunch. It was a busy Saturday afternoon and we were able to snag two seats at the counter- incredible, I have a minor ankle injury and quite literally needed to sit down somewhere. My stool was rickety, but I was glad to have it anyway since the counter seating at this stall is very limited. The line to order moved quickly, and they provided complementary water at the register. I ordered the blackened salmon sandwich. I was a bit blown away by the $30 price point, but I wanted to see why this spot is known for them. It was cool to watch them cook the fish on the grill right in front of me, and I just KNEW it was going to be flavorful since I saw the cook shake a hefty amount of seasoning onto the fish. Unfortunately I was wrong. I did enjoy the sandwich, but I can't say I'd get it again for that price. It was good, but not groundbreakingly so. It's ciabatta with tomato, lettuce, grilled onion, rosemary mayo, and the blackened salmon. I expected like a blackened Cajun sort of flavor, but I believe they're referring to the grilling of the fish when they call it "blackened." The salmon was definitely fresh (of course, LOVE), but it lacked flavor. It could've really used salt, or just more/a different seasoning in general. The rosemary mayo is what saved it for me, because I love a good sauce. But I think sans mayo, I probably wouldn't have enjoyed the sandwich nearly as much. I also think the fillet could've been a bit bigger because I got a few bites that were just bread & veggie. It was definitely worth trying, but I don't see myself dreamily talking about it when I tell people about my trip. read more

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Loved this food today! We are locals that have experienced all the seafood offerings in the area. The other reviews from the self-proclaimed "flavor police"should be disregarded. As for the quality, flavor, and pike place location, I don't understand why people feel the need to complain about the price point. read more

Ok I'm really struggling to understand the hype around this place. The vibe is great, and if you're lucky enough to find seating, it's a really cool spot for a quick meal. However, I thought it was BEYOND overpriced. I got the salmon sandwich, which was almost $30 after tax and tip. The portion size is pretty small, and there is nothing special to the meal. I also thought the salmon was too dry and lacking any flavor. The service was great, and the vibe is really cool, but would def not recommend this place unless you're really craving a salmon sandwich. read more

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Having heard so much about this place in Pike Place Market, I really wanted to love this place, but to be honest the food was just fine and nothing special. I feel you are paying for the experience of being in Pike Place Market and getting to eat there, but there are many other places one can get better fish sandwiches. We tried the blackened salmon sandwich and the shrimp sandwich. The shrimp one was more flavorful while the salmon one really needed to be seasoned more. Plus, the nearly $20 price point for each just really left me a bit disappointed with the small portion sizes and lackluster flavor. The service and ambiance are great, so really know that you are coming for that instead of for an incredible fresh seafood experience that you can get elsewhere. read more

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The blackened salmon sandwich is the location is fun. Grabbed my Food and went out to the tables in the back for the views. The cashier was friendly and service was fast! read more

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Stellar salmon sandwiches, a lil pricey but I get they gotta pay the bills for a high foot traffic spot. The clam chowder was a bit thick for my taste but it grew on me over time. Super efficient service and table availability, get in, eat, get out. Def one of the better spots for food in Pike's Place. read more

Really disappointed wit this place the only good thing I had was the service from the black dude at the register Food sucked!!! Like flavorless no flavor whatsoever! I basically threw 25 dollars down the drain. What a waste of time and money. The place is located inside Pike's Market amazing location wit lots of great things around but the food was so disappointing. Both clam chowder and Rockfish cod were absolutely tasteless. Really wish I could've given you a positive review but wit the subpar food no way I could. What a sad day read more

Market Grill - Flavorless chowder - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Excellent, fresh seafood options in platter or sandwich form in Pike Place. Not an expansive menu but I felt that they focused on making each dish delicious. Yes, it is on the pricey side - to be expected at Pike Place Market. We opted for take-out rather then sit at the limited seating at the bar. read more

We were at the public market and wanted a good place to eat seafood just so happened when I mapped it we were like 20 feet from this place. Really friendly staff, service was quick, seating is a premium and very limited. I'm not usually a big fam of cooked salmon but their blackened salmon was really well cooked and all around good sandwich. Right in the thick of the market, you get a really good experience. read more

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We ordered the clam chowder and blackened salmon sandwich to share for lunch. The front counter server was pretty rude given how busy the restaurant was but I appreciated he made sure we had seating outside. I preferred the clam chowder which was heady and warming. The blackened salmon sandwich was ok - salmon was very fresh, but I don't think the fish paired with the sauces very well such that the sandwich tasted disjointed read more

Market Grill - Clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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So we were fortunate enough to come by this place because when we arrived to the marketplace it was during the transition from lunch time to dinner time. Meaning that a lot of the restaurants were starting to close in order to get themselves ready for again the next set of patrons at night. The service was great, the person behind the register really helped us understand what were the popular items of the grill and even gave her a recommendation to make sure that we each got our own clam chowder because it is what they were known for. We also decided to grab a prawn sandwich and salmon sandwich. Of the two of them we actually enjoyed the prawn sandwich more because the seasoning really enhanced the freshness of the shrimp. The salmon sandwich was good, for us though it did need a little bit more seasoning after having the comparison of the prawn sandwich. The one call out regarding the atmosphere is you are definitely going to be seeing a lot of foot traffic which means a lot of fun people watching. The one thing that was a little hard for me was being so close to a fish market/fish stand. In general it would not have been such a distraction with the smell, but again we arrive when things are starting to shut down so they were hosing down and using a bit of cleaning products to get the area disinfected. So that smell did throw off my appetite just a little bit. Would definitely come back here because that chowder was amazing and we really enjoyed the prawn sandwich. read more

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Highly recommend Market Grill to anyone looking for fresh, delicious seafood!! There was a bit of a line, but it moved quickly. The employees were friendly and after we ordered, they showed us to our table outside. They do have a sitting area that is for Market Grill guests (it's labeled as such), and they aren't afraid to kick others out so their guests can dine! It was pretty crowded, as we were there during peak lunch on a Friday. We didn't wait long for our two sandwiches. I had the blackened pacific rock cod. It was SO good. We will absolutely be back next time we're in the area! read more

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Strolled by and place looks super busy so decided to try their clam chowder. Order and paid and sat down to eat on the counter on either side. Friendly service and super thick chowder. Came with 3 packs of oyster crackers and buttered charred bread. Not a whole lot of clams in the chowder but it was enough for me. Tasty and filling. read more

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Found the Market Grill while walking through Pike Place Market and decided to give it a try for lunch. The workers there were very helpful and super nice when taking our order. There are some seats right inside at their area, but there are a few tables outside that are designated for their customers. We sat outside and our meal was brought to us once it was done being prepared! We tried the salmon sandwich, and while it was good, there wasn't anything special about it. Don't think the price was worth it, but willing to pay given how helpful the staff was and being able to have somewhere to enjoy our meal. The chowder (tomato based) had good chunks of salmon in it. read more

+ Delicious seafood. + Sweet, friendly staff. . Crowdedness varies. When we arrived, there was a line of 10-20 ppl. After we finished eating, there was no line. (Thu noon) - Seating is very scarce. Only like 6-10 chairs for 15+ customers. Prob gotta bring your food somewhere else to eat. - Tight space. Barely room to walk around between people since the whole area is crowded. - Extortionate. My lunch cost almost $35 for a salmon sandwich, a soda, and chowder; should've been $25-30. - Finding parking to visit this shop is a different story. Prob have to park at a parking structure 5-10min walk away. Pike Market is a super crowded tourist attraction. read more

We had one meal at the market, a friend recommended going here, and it was fantastic! Not too long of a wait, either. They cook right in front of you, it's so fresh, and the crunchy bread pairs perfectly with the salmon. My husband reports that for those who don't like fish, the chicken sandwich is also crave-worthy. The service was exceptionally friendly and helpful. We ended up getting seats (there are only a handful) and the staff went above and beyond to give everyone cups of water, make sure we had everything we needed, etc. Would love to try the poke bowl next time. read more

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Market grill is located in the middleish of pike place market. My friend and I ordered through the QR code that they provided. We got the clam chowder and the salmon platter. The chowder was pretty good but not the best that I've had in the area. The salmon was slightly disappointing as it was dry and didn't have a ton of flavor. The rice for the platter had a citrusy taste to it which was nice, and the salad vinaigrette was so good! The garlic bread was also super garlicky--yum! Maybe I went at an off time because all the side items were delicious. It was just disappointing that the salmon wasn't as good as them. read more

Bad service. Ordered two overpriced sandwiches, both weren't seasoned at all. Wasn't worth the wait or the effort. Even the guy taking the order was very unhelpful. He had the attitude of take it or leave it. read more

Inside the pike place market. Super packed on a weekend. The restaurant with the longest lines, figured would not be a miss. I thought it was just ok for me. The fish was really fresh but the pairings with rice and salad didn't do much for me. The bar seats were limited and the atmosphere is more like a quick in and out kinda thing. Would come back to try something else though. read more

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my go-to spot in the market to take visitors, who love fish! the blackened salmon sandwich is truly world famous and has never missed. I have been to market grill probably about 10 times in the last two years. during the summer, they open the patio on the pike place market road. otherwise, take it to-go and sit somewhere by the water. the fish is cooked perfectly with a touch of smokiness, the aioli pairs so well, the bread is soft and toasted and the tomato is a perfect burst of freshness in the sandwich. I honestly haven't tried anything else market grill has on the menu, but the blackened salmon sandwich always hits the spot for me. they're usually fairly quick, even with a lunch rush - about 5 to 10 mins for the food to be done once ordered. read more

Market Grill - blackened salmon sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Ordered a salmon sandwich and prawn sandwich. Both were really tasty and fresh; however, we enjoyed the prawn sandwich just a little more as it was better seasoned. But the salmon sandwich does come with more seafood compared to the prawn. Bread was very crispy. We came around lunch time on a Tuesday and there was no line; only a ~5-10 min wait for the food to be made! read more

Market Grill - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

OH man! This is a place you better not skip! Their clam chowder is hands down the best I've ever had! Their service is amazing. We went in on the 19th of September and I'm not sure who the young woman was that was working the grill but man she was FANTASTIC! You don't see kindness and generosity she had very often! I can't wait to return and try more of their stuff! Don't fill up on everything before you get here, that was our mistake! read more

Beyond mid and not worth nearly $30 for a sandwich. Under seasoned and flavorless. Cashier was sarcastic and unprofessional. Would not return. One and done read more

Market Grill - Blackened salmon sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Once you've had wild salmon, you won't ever want to go back to the pale grocery-store variety! This is a beautiful blackened salmon sandwich for sure, full of flavor and a generous portion size. The only reason I'm knocking it down a star was because it was expensive for my lunch budget. But hey, I'm happy to splurge every once in awhile and pay more for quality this good. read more

Market Grill - Blackened salmon sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Market Grill has gone down hill since the last time we were there a year ago. Don't order the blackened fish--it's a $30 sandwich! Small piece of Halibut on bread with a slather of mayo and lettuce and tomato. And be firm that you don't want that fish sandwich. Disappointing at best. read more

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I ordered the halibut sandwich and was not disappointed. The fish is grilled fresh to order, which I really appreciated. For me, the bread is 50% of what makes a great sandwich, and they absolutely got that part right. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that I personally felt it could use a little more acidity and a touch of spice to make the flavors pop a bit more--it was slightly mild for my taste. But overall, it was fresh, tasty, and I would order it again. read more

We stopped here for lunch and everything we ordered was fresh and delicious. My wife got the seafood stew which was gluten-free and I got the fillet special with coleslaw. The sourdough bread that came with the meal was also delicious grilled to perfection. Not a lot of seating in the area and it can get busy and loud, but that is what you expect when it's in Pike Place. read more

Market Grill - Seafood Stew and Pacific Rock Cod with Coleslaw and sourdough bread. - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Salmon cooked to perfection. And their world famous sandwich was quite possibly one of the best I've had in a really long time!! Everything tastes so fresh and you can literally see them making everything in front of you as you wait. The lines can get long but move very quickly! We noticed the entire market is busier Friday-Sunday so if possible, I recommend going during the other weekdays. They only have about 8 chairs to sit and eat at their counter. Otherwise you have better luck taking this to-go and eating it elsewhere. I did notice the area is wheelchair accessible with ramps and such however, with how crowded it gets inside it makes it nearly impossible to get around. read more

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Located inside of Pikes Market, this location offers a very tasty meal, but there is no table service. You order at the counter, and hope that one of the eight seats open up. When we arrived there was only one seat available. The person taking the orders said that he would move us when two seats opened up, which he did. We ordered two recommended items, the blacked salmon sandwich and the rock cod. Both were cooked fresh to order and tasted great. If I lived in the area, I would return. read more

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SUPER GOOD AND FILLING! My friend and I shared a sandwich, which is HUGE! It filled us up like never before. It's super tasty and made by hands of love. Everyone was super cool and i loved talking to them all! read more

Small stall inside the market for grilled-to-order fresh seafood. No seating but there are tables available within the market nearby. Service is friendly and fast. I ordered the blackened salmon sandwich which I recommend. The salmon was cooked really well and the bread and caramelized veggies and sauce were all tasty. I wish the fish itself was a bit more flavorful, but I'll definitely be trying out more of their menu read more

Market Grill - Blackened salmon sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We ordered the blackened salmon and the rockfish. For $15 not including tip, I would have expected more food. It was just a fillet of fish with not much seasoning. I think for $6 more I could have had bread. read more

Overated and overpriced at $20 for the salmon sandwich Salmon was unseasoned bland but the sandwich overall was not bad. Busy service read more

Even as a local, I have always heard of the famous grilled blackened salmon sandwich at Market Grill in Pike Place Market. For many years, it was always too crowded, no seats left, or even sold out. After they remodeled adding outdoor seating, it was much easier to order and then grab a seat outside (reserved for Market Grill). The place is simple, café style where you order at the counter, and they bring the food out to you. Service was swift. The staff has an amazing sense of remembering their customers. The Food: Blackened Salmon Sandwich, $19.95 - 4 Stars Their signature sandwich didn't hit perfect for us. The bread was "very bread"; somewhere between doughy or possibly too much bread, it fought the salmon for attention and won. I want a more yielding bread that is happy to be the supporting actor. We opted to fix it by ordering... New England Style Clam Chowder, $8 - 4 Stars We ordered the chowder to dip the sandwich into, or spoon a bit onto the bread to tame it. Hmm, good combination. Sandwich is tamed; chowder is good. I highly recommend ordering both sandwich and chowder as a pair. read more

Market Grill - New England Style Clam Chowder, $8 - 4 Stars - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Blackened Salmon Sandwich: The ratio between the bread, salmon, and vegetables was great. The salmon was delicious and flakey. Everything wrapped up very nicely with the perfect amount of mayo. By the time we stopped by on a Sunday afternoon, several items on their menu were sold out--including their New England Clam Chowder. There are only several seats inside by their counter for indoor eating. The employee working out at the front gave us great service and made sure we were taken care of. The food took a little less than 20 minutes to come out, and was worth the wait. read more

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Absolutely subpar clam chowder. Not good. Needed something. Not flavorful at all. Upsetting because it was 6 dollars for like 8 oz or something. read more

Service was excellent, as was the blackened salmon sandwich. I was disappointed in the chowder- very thick and tasted of flour