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    Pike Place Chowder

    4.4 (9.8k reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Sandwiches, Soup
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Nehal A.

    This is a very popular spot serving delicious chowders and lobster sandwiches. When we arrived, the line was pretty long but it was moving quickly. We waited about 10 minutes to get to the ordering station. There were some counter seats available inside the store. The sitting area in front of the store entrance had limited seats and the staff didn't let anyone take any table until they had their food in their hand. There was also a shaded porch, across the store. At the counter, we ordered the clam chowder, seafood chowder, and 2 lobster rolls. The items were pricey, as 4 of them costed over $100. But they prepare the items super quick, we got our food by the time we were done paying. The chowders and lobster rolls were really good. The sandwiches were overflowing with lobster meat. Overall this was a fantastic place for their delicious food but not so organized for overall dining experience.

    4-Cup Chowder Sampler
    Gianna S.

    Got the 4 cup chowder sampler to share with a friend. It was the perfect amount of food for us for a light lunch! ($22ish) The line can get long but moves fast, there's not a whole lot of seating but you can get it to go and then go sit on the benches across the street if it's a nice day. It's order at a counter style but good for a quick little lunch

    Wei H.

    Small space and long line. If you cannot handle it, don't bother. You cannot get a table unless you have the food in your hand. On the other note, it does move fast because everything is made and ready to go. The clam chowder is not bad. Creamy and flavorful. But nothing that so special or wow me. Lobster roll is great. Full of lobster meat. Butter dripping over it made it even better. Bread was toasted. Good place for quick food. In and out. Everything self service. They will somewhat help you get a table but not always guarantee.

    Anna J.

    This was one of the last spots we tried at Pike Place because of course we couldn't leave without some chowder. This location js tiny and we couldn't find a place to sit but there were some tables out side we took out to go order to and ate. We got a bowl of the chowder and it came with some bread which is great! The chowder was pretty tasty and had lots of seafood and it had a really good flavor. Was it the best thing ever? No but it was pretty good!

    Seared Scallop Chowder
    Ingrid C.

    We came here right before the crowd - be prepared for a line! It seems like this spot most people end up taking out. There are limited seats and maybe (?) some seats on the other side of the store, but we were lucky enough for other kind customers to let us share a table with them. - Seared Scallop Chowder (5/5): little chunks of scallop were so sweet and soft- not chewy at all. The sour dough bread soaked up the soup. The lemon and dill really went well with the chowder and it was such a warm and comforting dish! I think this place is worth the hype. Good soup.

    Alexanria J.

    Corner clam chowder spot with very limited seating and long line but very worth the wait! Pretty cozy cafe ambience. The best clam chowder I have ever had and now I cant have clam chowder anywhere else to satisfy my standard. VERY delicious, the best clam chowder. Must have in seattle! Service is pretty fast.

    Original Dungeness Crab Roll, Smoked Salmon Chowder, sourdough bread
    Sophia B.

    This place is always busy, and for good reason. Outstanding food with quick service and friendly employees. Even when the line is out the door, they move it fast and there is a host getting people seats once they have their food. They didn't let people waiting in line hog up tables which meant everyone was able to sit and eat once they got their food. The Dungeness crab roll was delicious. Perfect ratios of crab with toppings and spices added. Very nicely toasted roll. The smoked salmon chowder was an unexpected standout for me. Just outstanding flavors and textures. Nice and hearty, filling, and warm. It's busy, and you'll likely have to sit outside. But everything was organized, clean, and the staff were always happy to help. This is a must try if you're a tourist or even a local stopping by Pike Place.

    Alice T.

    We got the 4 x6oz chowder samplers and it came with oyster crackers and sourdough bread. The lineup looked long around lunchtime, but moved pretty quickly. The staff were also super friendly and passed out cards with QR codes so you could look at the menu ahead of time. I was surprised at how delicious the chowders were! Each chowder was packed with toppings like potatoes and clams and full of flavour. They have limited seating but kept it fair by not allowing tables to be held. You need to have your order before you can sit.

    Charlie P.

    SO GOOD. This place is number 1 and busy for a reason... the chowder sampler/flight was a great choice as it came with crackers and a side of bread. Each chowder was so robust, flavorful and rich! I loved each one we had... we had the bisque, New England, Long Island and the crab and oyster chowder. The 36 dollar Dungeness crab roll piqued my interest for a second but the price deterred me... maybe next time.

    Kat W.

    Whenever we have a friend in town, we always take them to Pike Place Market and I always recommend the sampler platter from Pike Place Chowder. Lines can vary but they get you through pretty quickly. I remember back in the day, they used to come with unlimited bread from the bread bowl tops (gone are those days), but still reasonably priced and tasty. We usually get the scallop (my favorite), classic New England, oftentimes the market place (hit or miss) and the fourth one varies. It is very indulgent and creamy and always the tastiest on a cold day. They also have mobile ordering option if you want to skip the lines, but we never do that.

    4-Cup Chowder Sampler
    Hannah Y.

    I'd say 4.5/5. The line got quite long right as the store was opening on a weekday- it is probably ridiculous on a weekend. We got the flight of 4 chowders to split- I think it was the New England, scallops, seafood and we accidentally ordered another we didn't intend to. They were all good and you could tell they differed from each other. It was amusing trying to guess which bowl was which flavor. The bread wasn't great but that isn't the focus of this place. The staff worked quickly and moved people through fairly efficiently. I wouldn't go if the line was very long- there is another store not too far away that is probably less busy

    8 chowder sampler
    Benjamin W.

    Absolute fire. Worth the wait! I recommend doing the 8 chowder sample. You get 6oz of each of their delicious chowders, that way you don't have to decide which one to get! It also comes with 4 slices of sourdough and oyster crackers. The line can be long. We toughed it out in the rain, but it wasn't terrible. The inside is quite small but they do have covered outside seating. There's also a back area with a couple tables available and that's where we ate. They've won a bunch of awards, for good reason!

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    Vince I.

    Pike Place Chowder absolutely lived up to the hype. We did the four-chowder sampler, and the smoked salmon chowder was the winner for me -- rich, flavorful, and uniquely Seattle. We also got the quarter-pound Connecticut-style lobster roll, which was buttery and delicious. It's definitely on the pricey side, but for the experience and the quality, it felt worth it.

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    Is the fish fresh or frozen?

    Fresh!

    Are they still requiring proof of vaccination?

    Nope! And no masks either!

    Is the clam chowder fishy, as in a strong seafood taste and smell? Are the bits of clam large or small?

    The clam chowder is amazing- creamy and thick with huge chunks of clams in every bite. Can't really smell the fishiness. Only smell the cream and potato, maybe a hint of seafood.

    Is there gluten free clam chowder?

    Yes! They have a couple of gluten free/ vegan chowders on the menu. Right now, they have Manhattan chowder (GF) plus Lime and coconut chowder (GF, Vegan).

    Can you get the lobster roll without mayonnaise?

    Yes

    Is there any dairy in the Manhattan chowder?

    Yes

    Got back to the bay and missing this chowder already. Anyway to get it frozen and flown over?

    Yes they ship for $35. Check out their website pikeplacechowder.com/order

    I assume the lines are always long on a Sunday. Is Monday a better choice for a shorter wait time? Thanks!

    Yes, it's not as busy on the weekdays but the line generally isn't the issue because it moves pretty quickly. It's finding a table to sit at because seats are limited and it's first come, first served seating.

    Does the clam chowder have bacon in it? Can't have bacon.

    They have several chowder options. I believe some (at least one) do and others don't. Workers are friendly and can help you with bacon free options.

    Adult & childrens menu?

    I only saw one menu. You can get cup/small, bowl/ medium or larger. What we did is ordered two bowls and then ordered other stuff at another restaurant and shared the various items that we each picked near the waterfront.

    Gluten free options?

    Manhattan and Lime & Coconut chowder are gluten free.

    If I come in at 4:50 or 4:55 on a weekday (right before closing), will I still be served? Will I need to get my food to go?

    Generally no. They tend to only make enough for that day and run out of most favors before the day ends.

    How often do they change their Market Chowder selection?

    The change the market chowder every couple of months.

    We're taking our dad to his very first visit to SEA and will definitely visit this delicious and popular establishment for my dad to try. My question is..he's disabled so will there be a wheelchair-accessible seating?

    Forget hitting the Pike Place market location, and instead go to the second location, which is on the top floor of the air-conditioned shopping mall called Pacific Center, complete with accessible seating, elevators and no line-up.

    Where do you park?

    Market Place Public Parking

    What is the best time to visit so there's not such a long wait?

    Hi Damaris! The line tends to be shorter right before we open or close, but if you're local, you have an even better option to skip the line. We just introduced our Grab & Go take-out program that allows you to order online and pick up anytime… Read more

    Is there indoor seating?

    Yes, but there is more seating outside. You can also take your food & go to a public seating area in the market by making a right at a sign which reads "Sea View Cafe."

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    Un Bien - Seared Scallops sando

    Un Bien

    (1.6k reviews)

    $$

    Loyal Heights, Ballard, Phinney Ridge

    this sandwich was highly impressive as the main part of the…read moresandwich, it was pretty necessary that the pork be cooked to near-perfection, and i have to say it was here it gave off a deep, brown-ish color, which showed the extent of it's cooking and marination. It wasn't quite incredibly tender, but the marinade added an absolute ton of flavor. more importantly, it was present plentifully throughout the sandwich, so practically every bite came filled with pork I also have to mention how packed together the ingredients are between the buns. when you start eating, it's inevitable that a quarter of the ingredients will fall onto the wrap below, leaving a nice secondary meal to finish off after the sandwich is done. the sandwich is packed incredibly tight during the wrapping process, but it unravels a bit while eating. for me, the major highlights of this meal was the onions and the aioli Starting with the onions, these may be the best I've ever had on a sandwich. They're caramelized amazingly, placed onto the sandwich in astoundingly large pieces, are crunchy, and there's just a lot of them. They're just wonderful both texturally and taste-wise. This sandwich is absolutely lathered with aioli - practically dripping with it. This boosted the overall flavor so much, especially because this aioli was addictingly good. In my experience, the amount of sauce has been directly proportional to how much I enjoyed a sandwich, and when the sauce is this good - it's even on the top of the bun! - i absolutely loved it Somehow the lettuce stayed crunchy despite all the otherwise wetness going on in the sandwich. Props for that The jalapenos were great as well for that extra bit of spicy - I would've loved to have more of them while the bread was toasted well, the one downside was i thought it was pretty hard and tough, which made chewing kind of difficult. I found my jaw to be pretty tired at the end after eating this. I would've much preferred a softer roll that's easier to bite into I've had similar sandwiches from Paseo and Bongos, and in my opinion this does edge out both of those Comparing to Paseo, the sandwich there has way more oil, making it more sloppy and I do like the bread there a lot better, but the pork feels richer and better marinated here (although less fatty), and the onions are definitely caramelized better here as well. Bongos has a pretty similar level of pork with more, but onions are definitely a step down What moves this place above those two for me is the amount of aioli used here far exceeds those other places, which just makes the overall eating experience better For the price (about 14 dollars) this is a really filling meal

    Roast park sandwich here was awesome! I had gone to Paseo way back in the day, maybe 2007 or 2008,…read moreand the sandwich tasted very similar to what I remember. The rice and beans are also amazing. I think you could probably go with any sandwich that has your preferred protein source and it would be great. The guy working the register taking the orders was super friendly as well. Lots of street parking in the area. They have one bathroom and a good amount of seating. Definitely worth a visit for a great sandwich.

    Paseo - #1. Caribbean Roast

    Paseo

    (5.7k reviews)

    $$

    Fremont

    Paseo is ICONIC and if you've never tried them, I'm gonna need you to get in your car and drive to…read morethem immediately so that you can stop missing out. This is THE spot to come before Mariners games or nearby concerts and nobody can convince me otherwise. I've tried them several times in the past and now have my dad hooked as well. Their signature Caribbean Roast sandwich is absolutely phenomenal and I have the hardest time ordering anything else when I'm here. I have tried the nachos version of it before as well, and that's equally delicious. The key is definitely that succulent roasted pork. I will say that the sandwich version is MESSY so don't wear white, and also just be mindful if you have plans after. This year, my dad decided to order a pre-seasoned and smoked turkey from Paseo and my GODDD it was good! We made a gravy from the drippings as well which turned out so good too. We also get their street corn that was said to serve 4-6 but it was generous and we had leftovers. Absolutely a MUST try, 10/10 no notes. There's a reason they have received so much love over the years - no questions, no notes, JUST GO TRY THEM PLEASE.

    I'd give this place 4 stars, but I had an upset stomach after my meal. I was actually craving Un…read moreBien after my boxing class at Nomad, but they were sold out of roast and chicken thighs, so I headed to Paseo to get my fix. The indoor space is really cute, but I was confused as to why everything was blocked off and restricted to takeout only. I ordered the famous Caribbean Roast sandwich and a side of rice and beans, which came to a little less than $30. While it's a good sandwich, it felt a bit heavy; I really found myself looking for more acid to cut through the fat and grease. I'm glad I was sharing with Jenny because it's quite a lot for one person. I also noticed toward the end that the bread was burnt. Overall, it's a solid sandwich, but between the stomach issues and the char, I'm not sure I'd go back.

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    HoneyHole Sandwiches

    (1.7k reviews)

    $$

    First Hill, Capitol Hill

    Really good sandwiches and awesome staff. Love going there especially when I'm sick to get the…read moregrilled cheese and tomato soup. Reminds me of being home and sick and of family. Very hard for a restaurant to be able to do that. I'm grateful it does. I thank the loving staff for enjoying what they do and not bringing negativity to work as you can tell when you're there that everyone is excited to be there. It shows on how everything is done!

    I've been wanting to go here for a while, but I was living far away for the past 6 years. I heard…read moreit closed down due to poor management and reopened. Finally moved back and got to try it. I've had my eyes on the Fast Eddie ever since I heard about this place because it was one of the most recommended sandwiches. The ambiance was alright. Pretty dark imo but maybe because it was just after Christmas and they had their holiday decor up. Also the bar area was closed. I was a bit confused on where to order until I realized there were kiosks by the front counter. It would've been nice if one of the workers actually had said something to me. Anyway, onto the food. I got the Fast Eddie with fries and it was alright. The meat was bit dry. Yes there was the au jus to dip in and it helped quite a bit, but all the flavors just didn't mesh. It was basically an ordinary french dip. The fries were okay, but the jalapeno aioli was great! That made everything better, but not enough to save the sandwich. Not sure if I would come back, but I would definitely try a different sandwich. One that caters more to my taste buds

    Big Mike’s Sandwich Company - Italian hot beef with provolone.

    Big Mike’s Sandwich Company

    (44 reviews)

    Lower Queen Anne

    I am a bit torn on Big Mike's. While they serve up a great sandwich, I don't know that it's a…read moremust-visit. Located in the Seattle Center Armory, along with many other food vendors, Big Mike's Sandwich Company is serving up huge cheesesteaks, chopped cheese, and other East Coast-style subs. For $25, I picked up the cheesesteak and fries combo. Not a terrible price for the portion. Waited about 10-15 minutes for the sandwich to come out. You order on a tablet here, and then they call your name. It's a small storefront, so you really have to stay nearby to hear your name being called in the large space that is the Armory. Not much interaction with staff. Plenty of seating throughout the Armory, though shared with other restaurants. The food came out piping hot. Obviously, they cook everything fresh to order because the inside of the fries was like lava. The fries were thick-cut and seasoned to perfection. The sandwich was good. I thought some pieces of the steak were a bit tough, and the roll seemed a bit over-steamed or possibly stale. A good sandwich and decent portion, nonetheless. I'm still going 5 stars here. I think Big Mike's is a great choice if you want a hearty, meat-filled sandwich and you happen to be in the area. However, I think you could be happy with another dining option in the Armory, too. My kids loved the MOD Pizza nearby. While there isn't anything wildly unique going on at Big Mike's, they are still pushing out great sandwiches at reasonable prices with a no-frills ordering process.

    We needed somewhere quickly and this place fit the bill. The Philly cheesesteak was very tasty and…read moreso were the steak fries. Both were piping hot. The workers looked mean, scary, and looked like they wanted to hurt us. Get someone friendly in there and you'll get higher stars in the review

    Dingfelder's Delicatessen - Pastrami w/mustard on marbled rye (1/6/25)

    Dingfelder's Delicatessen

    (508 reviews)

    $$

    Capitol Hill

    I saw a sign that ended up being a leftover promotion from Covid offering free soup to healthcare…read moreworkers. I came in and asked for the discount and was informed that this was no longer in place. The man behind the register then looked at me and probably saw the exhaustion in my eyes of working 80/hr per week in the hospital for minimum wage and gave me a cup of matzo ball soup for free anyways. He didn't have to do that and it was such a kind and generous offer. What a genuine and caring establishment. Also that matzo ball soup was better than my Jewish grandmother's! Everyone should give this place their business.

    Revisited Dingfelder's and sampled a bunch more items off their menu. They just hit it out of the…read morepark so consistently and I love bringing friends to blow their socks off. Bonus: this spot is kosher! Potato Latkes (5/5): These latkes are thick boys and fried up so they're piping hot when they hit the table. Because of their size, you really get the contrast of the hard crunch on the outside with super fluffy potato inside. So good we immediately turned around and ordered more. Chocolate Babka (2/5): This was truly the only miss I've had here. Unfortunately, the babka just really dries out after it's been sliced, which is a shame because it's just gorgeous with generous swirls of chocolate inside. Reuben (5/5): I really thought their pastrami couldn't be beat, but the brisket is dare I say better? Just as tender and feels a bit less fatty, so it's a little more crushable. Tip: go for the seeded rye over the marbled rye; something about the marbled rye just falls apart a bit more with the juices of the meat, though it's still delicious! Black & White Cookies (4/5): I expected this to be cloyingly sweet, but this was actually scrumptious with some fresh lemon flavor in the cookie itself. Absolutely massive as well.

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