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Pigfish Cafe

4.6 (222 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 7:30 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Casual
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Rockfish
Frankie K.

This is a restaurant we have had bookmarked for quite sometime and we finally made it in. Just WOW! The service is excellent, friendly, and helpful. The food is fresh, great quality (they use painted hills beef, if ya know, ya know!), and most importantly DELICIOUS! This place is definitely a gem. Everything is made fresh from the hand cut fries to the house made sauces/aoli! You can tell they take pride in the quality of their ingredients, using local PNW ingredients. The Rockfish is perfectly battered with a nice crunch! We will definitely be telling our friends about this place. Can't wait to go back and try more of their food!

Spicy fish burger--one of their signature dishes!
Tom L.

Return visit to the Pigfish Cafe is always a treat for me, whether I'm returning home from the airport, awaiting routine car maintenance, or in this case, both. So good to be welcomed by Mario, the owner. Food was out in a jiffy, and smells soooooo good! Can't wait to dig in!

our fish looked like a salmon
Steven N.

We came here to try the fish & chips but didn't expect to be so delighted by the burger as well! If you love a crispy, fluffy batter, this is the place for you. We were impressed by how the fish stayed perfectly moist inside while delivering a satisfying crunch. We only got one piece for the fish and chips, but it was a hefty portion with a decent amount of fries. The pigfish burger seemed simple at first glance--just a classic burger on paper--but it had so many great layers: smoky bacon, a sturdy bun, a nice char, a well-seasoned patty, yummy cheese, and a delicious house aioli. Sometimes, a simple burger done right hits the spot best! We'll definitely be back--either to order these again or to try their rotating specials.

Spicy Fish Sandwich with truffle fries upgrade. Fish tacos with garlic Asiago fries upgrade in the back
Kathy N.

I enjoyed coming here! The neighborhood and shop itself are very cute. I ordered the spicy fish sandwich which came with fries but I upgraded to truffle fries. My boyfriend got the fish tacos and upgraded his salad to garlic Asiago fries. The batter on the fish was suuuuper light and crispy. I marveled at how something fried could taste so light! Servings were also generous. Would definitely come back. Not much seating though. Only 2 booths, I think 2-3 tables, and some window seating. Not great for large crowds. Probably a party of 4 or less. I overhear: one of the workers say they make their own tartar sauce so that was cool. My only complaint was that the fries were incredibly oily. When we moved the paper boat the fries came in, there was a little puddle of oil and the paper was soaked through. Also didn't think the spicy fish sandwich was spicy.

Cheeseburger and Avocado Bacon Ranch Burger
Zion A.

I have been going here for about 3+yrs and the food just keeps getting better. The portion sizes are worth the price, quick service and the food is always freshly made. It's quiet but cozy and the it's in downtown Burien so you can stop by and see other shops while you are there. Highly recommend trying it out if your near:)

Fish but mostly breading, chewy and bland

Bummed we keep striking out here. The first time we went was awesome, and the back patio was a nice addition especially for families; now we've ordered a handful of times over the last few years and it seems like unless it's a burger something is just off. If you like a ton of breading that's gummy and chewy fish then you'll like the fish and chips, also most of the fries are basically all skin now. Burgers and crispy chicken still seem decent. We added coleslaw this time and it was flavored with horseradish which was not listed on the menu picker. Bummed and will likely go less often.

Susie O.

Best fish and chips I have had in a long time! The outside was crispy but the fish was still flaky and moist. They service was excellent and the patio is a beautiful spot for a beer and fries. Thoroughly enjoyed this experience!

Spicy Fish
Tracie E.

Stopped in on a Friday night for dinner, just before 6p and it wasn't busy. Counter staff was friendly and patient as we looked over the menu. We settled on the Spicy Fish Burger and kids cheese burger meal. Spicy Fish was a crispy beer battered filet with spicy mayo on a crisp salty pickles bed. Cheese burger was pretty standard but my son appreciated the pickles being left on the side. You can never go wrong with fresh cut fries.. they were salted to perfection. All in all I would return and try something else on the menu, since there were several other options that looked appealing like the pastrami on rye or pigfish burger or caramelized onion burger.. all paired with hand cut fries feels like a win!

Fish Sandwich
Peka G.

My family and I love Pig Fish! The best fish sandwich I've ever had, honestly and truly! And I don't really like fish sandwiches like that and to even crave them but Pig Fish Cafe has made the one for me! Consistently delicious, a pretty big cut of beer battered rock fish fried to fluffy perfection, light and not too heavy. Dressed with a little veg and their house made tartar sauce on a warm brioche bun! If a fish sandwich would be decadent in all the right ways this one is! They also have great fish n chips, tacos, varieties of burgers/sandwiches, meals for kiddos and specials. The restaurant is small but very welcoming! They have a counter at the entrance window with 4 seats, three 2-4 seater booths, and a little patio out back that has a back yard vibe. You pay up front and they bring your meal to you. Customer service is always good and helpful. Like I said the best fish sandwich everrrr (in my opinion) go try for yourself!

Phillip P.

Enjoyed this hidden gem in the heart of burien. Fo not pass up on their food, their atmosphere and their amazing customer service and a spot that says comfort, enjoy.

Pigfish burger
Jeff M.

My family and I were starving after our flight into Seattle. I was craving sandwiches and my son was craving fries, so we were pretty excited to find Pigfish nearby on the Yelp app. Unfortunately, we felt that the restaurant did not live up to our expectations. The food was decent but not 5 stars good. The Pigfish Burger had really good ingredients. There was a super fatty (and super delicious) beef patty that was covered in heavy mayo sauce. The first few bites were really tasty, but you really needed something to balance out the fat over time. The Hot Pastrami had barely any pastrami and a lot of mustard, so the mustard over-powered the actually pastrami. As for the fries, we upgraded to the truffle fries for one of our dishes. I think it could have been a real star but the fries themselves were not very crispy. They felt like they could have used another minute or two in the fryer. The truffle flavor itself was really well done; not overwhelming but obviously there. Again, just a little more crisp and it would have been really special.

Philly cheesesteak and truffle fries
Gabriele E.

I can't believe this was my first time trying pigfish. I had the Philly cheesesteak on a GF bun. It was delicious. My main complaint is that it was a little spicy, and the fries were just ok. I ordered it to go so maybe it would be better if I sat and ate it fresh. Overall super delicious!

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the burgers for their flavor and portions, fresh, crispy fries, friendly service, and a cozy atmosphere.

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Burgers were so juicy, music was on point, service was great, and the best gluten free bun I've had. 10/10 would go again.

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Great fish and chips, very clean, great portions, quality food good prices definitely worth the trip

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Fantastic! Staff is great and food is amazing! This restaurant is a most if you are in Burien!

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Yes yes yes, from California and then west Seattle. Best fish and chips I've ever tried!!!

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I placed order over the phone. Gentleman who took my order was very helpful. My order was perfect

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3.8(24 reviews)
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Overall I'm impressed…read more Pros: -Everything we got was great. -The Thicky burger really was thick and very filling. It was priced at $16, which feels steep for a burger with no sides, but after eating it I'm not mad at that price. Meat patty was SO well seasoned. Probably the most seasoned meat patty I've ever had. Honestly I'm not 100% sure what else was in that burger but it was tasty and unique. Don't think I've had a similar burger elsewhere. The "thickles" (pickles) were sweeter than normal but I actually sort of liked that. -Brussel sprouts are as good as other reviewers say. -Jojos were super fluffy and soft on the outside with a crispy exterior -None of the food was overly oily, which surprised me a little. I expected the find a puddle of oil under the sprouts or for the jojos to seep oil in my to-go container but that wasn't the case at all -Service was super nice! Cons: -Only concern about this place is cleanliness/food safety. I'm not saying it's dirty, but it wasn't exactly clean either. I did see grease stains on the window peering into the kitchen, smudges on the fridge, chicken thigh sitting out (possibly about to be used?), cheese wheel out, number buzzer for our order was greasy, etc. Napkins on the outside were stained with oil. Neutral/Notes: -This place is located inside Future Primitive Brewery.

We stopped in to try this place because it made the areas top smash burger places!…read more While I enjoyed the meal and the burger was great, it really wasn't as smashed as I would have hoped, otherwise it would have gotten five stars. It's basically a food truck parked next to a brewery with a canopy. So be prepared if the weather isn't friendly for sitting outside. I had the Ok, Okay and it was certainly more than I needed but I ate every bite! We also ordered the JoJo's, which were good. A bit too salty for my liking, but I just got some of their house sauce and that helped, so maybe it's intentional :D If you are in the area and want a good burger, stop in!

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3.9(14 reviews)
1.7 mi

We ordered their cheesesteak, bacon and cheese burger, mozzarella sticks and ice-cream churro…read more Everything cost a little under $50.00 Their burger is solid, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheddar cheese, medium-rare burger with bacon. I asked for extra jalapeños for a little kick. Cheesesteak was decently seasoned with melted cheese. The bread was a bit chewy. Their churro ice-cream came with your ice-cream flavor of choice (vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry). The lady at the front drizzled it with some chocolate syrup and whip cream to turn it into a sundae. Although their menu shows 0.50 for condiments, each order came with a side of their house dipping sauce and ranch. We were also given a bag of ketchup, hot sauce, bbq sauce packets at no extra cost. Overall was a good meal, not over-the-top amazing, but decent for the price.

This is another great example of a place with a high score but few reviews. There is truth in all…read morethe reviews I read, but here is my unfiltered feedback. The burger here was tasty and I think it's far better than Little Chicken up the road. That said, the tiny patty is way overpriced. It was $10 for cheeseburger and fries and I could have had the same thing at Dicks for about $7. There also was no water, you had to purchase drink and the prices were high 2.50 for a can, 3.50 for a bottle. Ask me, they should have a combo and a can would have come with what I purchased. The women could not have been nicer, but I'd never come back. I paid $11 for $6 worth of food. Again the burger was tasty, but I need 2 patties for that price.

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3.8(586 reviews)
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Great Mushroom Burger . Generous serving of Fries …read more Potent Stout An outstanding meal!

The last time that I came here was in 2015. I gave this 3 stars. For this review, if I had to…read moreselect a title it would be "disappointment". My husband and I were visiting the Burien Farmer's Market and decided to stop in for lunch here. The day before our area experienced a heat wave. Apparently this effected this place of business. There were fans going everywhere, no a/c in place; I was hesitant to enter and I should have gone with my instincts. It wasn't awful so that we couldn't stand it, so we stayed. We had a very friendly waitress, wish I could remember her name but she was very good. I ordered a peach tea and my husband ordered a cider, I believe it was pineapple and another fruit based. I ordered the Ahi Taco Wrap and my husband ordered the Luna Fish and Chips. My husband's drink arrived with an apology from another server as she poured the wrong drink for him. He was gracious and took it anyway. Out come our plates. I tasted my husbands fish and found it seriously lacking in flavor; nothing great here. Now let's get to my Ahi wrap; I had serious issues with this.This includes tuna, avocado, cilantro lime coleslaw with chipotle aioli and lime on the side. House made chips and salsa were included. The wrap was hugely disappointing. The ratio of tuna to coleslaw was seriously off. 90 percent of this wrap was coleslaw. The chips weren't fresh and the salsa was just ok, had a sweet type of base, which I don't like in my salsa. The lime included was stale and I couldn't get a drop out of this. The chipotle was so so. The coleslaw had no distinctive cilantro lime flavor. This dish was entirely disappointing and priced at 19.95. Never again. My husband's dish had two pieces of fish and was priced at 18.50. So after the cost of the drinks, the meal was over 60. Shame on us for a few things: 1. For not looking closely at the prices 2. And for most importantly, for simply not grabbing a decently priced hot dog at the farmers market. I'm positive this would have been better and a better deal. We will not be back to this place. The only reason I gave this a one star was for the waitress and the peach tea. Seriously.

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