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Really delicious chowder that's worth the hype! No wonder there's always long lines! They've won a lot of awards for it too. We ordered online for pickup. Once it was time, we went to the pick up line (yes, there's a line for pick up!). Basically, they prepare the chowder in batches, so once it's ready they'll call a bunch of people's names all at once. Efficient!
Finally got to try this spot on my recent trip to Seattle! I got the seafood bisque and the lobster roll. I thought the bisque was really tasty and had a nice aroma of seafood. However, the lobster roll was quite a dissapointment, it was very dry and rubbery. I didn't love the lobster roll and felt that for the price it was not worth it. Service was quick and the restaurant was very inviting in terms of space.
While the line was very long it went fairly fast. The chowder and lobster roll were definitely worth the wait. We will come back when we are back in Seattle!!
One of the must visit spots in Pike Place Market for tourists. The restaurant itself has very limited indoor seating, however there are plenty of surrounding areas where you can sit and enjoy your meal. The line can get long, but it's pretty organized and moves fairly quickly. If you are in a hurry, you can order to go, which usually has no wait. The chowders come in different sizes and flavors, and are served with a slice of sourdough bread and oyster crackers. You can even order them in a sourdough bread bowl. I've tried the original clam chowder and seafood bisque, both solid and filling.
We kept hearing about this chowder so we had to try it. I love soup, chowder all of it so I had to find out what the hype was about it. And Good Lord that was some goooood chowder. I ordered the crab, lobster & shrimp chowder and ordered the Dungeness crab roll (it was the only warm one). Both items I picked were A++. If you're ever in Seattle this place is a must if you like chowder and lobster/crab rolls. . What I will say is that there is usually a long line. We got lucky and when we got there yes there was a line but it was a short long line compared to how it can get. We waited in line about 15-20 min and we were also able to order on line but you had to find a place to sit. Their sitting is only for people that wait in line.
Love the variety of chowders The prices aren't that bad at all Flavors were on point with the original Hard to sit but it's ok just cups of Chowder . I'd come back again The employees do rush you if you aren't standing or sitting in a spot for no reason but that's their jobs
We knew we had to get chowder at Pike Place but were a little intimidated by the long line...we ended up ordering online for pickup at the "secret" window inside the building so we could continue to shop and walk around while our order was being prepared. It only took about 10 minutes for it to be ready, and it was definitely worth any wait! We got the salmon chowder due to my shellfish allergy and it was so creamy and delicious, it hits the spot! It was served with a small side of French bread but I highly recommend getting a fresh crumpet from the crumpet shop to dip, so good!
WOW amazing clam chowder! I got the one with the scallions it it and was amazing!! I definitely see which this place is so popular! It is in the middle of the pike market the line was long but went by very fast they were super efficient there! The place is more of a hole in the wall vibe but I felt it was authentic
Pike Place Chowder is definitely one of the must-visit restaurants in Seattle! My daughter is a huge chowder lover, and she was determined to have chowder every day during our trip. The long line outside was a clear sign of how popular this place is. Since it was our first visit, we decided to try as many varieties as possible. We ordered the sampler featuring seven different 4-ounce chowders, which turned out to be more than enough for the three of us to share. Every chowder was delicious and had its own unique flavor, but among all the varieties, the classic Clam Chowder was our favorite. We enjoyed the experience so much that we decided we'll definitely come back on our next visit to Seattle to try some of the other menu items!
We love pikes place chowder every time we go up there. Personally I like the Manhattan clam chowder and I love the salmon chowder. Usually, I put a little packet of Tabasco in the Manhattan chowder and they give you some very good sourdough bread so you can dip it. Keep in mind the line is typically long, but it goes pretty quick, but if you're in a real hurry, you can order online and then just go pick it up. My girls like to go to the ginger beer place Nextdoor and get a ginger beer before our chowder. I'm not too crazy about how the city hasn't cleaned up downtown Seattle, but they have been doing a lot of great work on the waterfront. There's new pedestrian bridges, walkways, and observation decks behind pikes Place market.
In the sampler I got the original New England Clam Chowder, Smoked Salmon Chowder, Manhattan Clam Chowder, and the Seafood Bisque. All four were amazing and some of the best chowders I have ever had. This place is a must visit when in Seattle.
Seattle staple I would say? Wouldn't expect the line to go that long honestly, but good thing it moved pretty quickly. They also hand an attendant helping coordinating the line and let people know that if you only had it for to-go, you could skip the line and ordered online. Smart to improve efficiency! We got their New England Clam Chowder and boy, I did underestimate how luscious it turned out. Rich fresh seafood toppings came just in the right chowder texture. Neither too thick, nor too thin! No wonder they've gotten that plenty of awards. Pro-tip, just order online, skip the line, and eat at public space within the market. Nice open table to watch the market's crowd!
Pike Place Chowder still reigns supreme! It's a must visit every time I'm in Seattle. My brother told me you can now order online and pick up instead of waiting in line - you pass that, go inside and they have a window in the back. I ordered off the toast app and it was so easy and fast! We got the clam chowder bread bowl and still amazing. They did forget to give us the bowl but when I went back, they gave it to me. Still so good and can't wait to come back!
7 years ago
Line is always long but moves fast. Totally worth it! I realize the hype for this place is insane but it definitely lives up to it! They have seating outside that is only for people who order from here so you can usually find a spot. I'm not a seafood guy but the chowder was amazing. Not fishy at all. Very fresh and pure taste. The potatoes were cooked perfectly. Very soft and flavorful. Bread bowl just makes it even better. They give you a chocolate mint too which I know is small but I love it! If you're in Seattle, this location and chowder is a must! read more
Honestly, I have no idea where to begin about this place because it is so amazing. I may throw the word amazing around quite a bit, but this place blew me out of the water. First of all this place is located in the heart of Pike Market Place so it can be a bit challenging to find, but if you get lost just ask a few of the locals. Second of all, once you find it you're going to have to wait in like before you order. My wait time was about 20-25 minutes which isn't bad at all. There's a worker standing on line handing out menus so you can plan ahead of time. Lastly, order a little bit of everything, I'm serious. Of course I went with the New England Clam Chowder in a bread bowl with a half lobster roll. Both came out to about $29 but it is one of the best $29 I've spent! After my Urey spoonful of clam chowder I thought I had died and went to Clam Chowder heaven. It is by far the best Clam Chowder I've ever had, purely amazing. The lobster roll was no second fiddle as it was delicious as well. You can tell it was extremely fresh. I know I'm stopping by here next time I'm in Seattle!! One thing to note is that there is limited seating so may the odds be in your favorz. read more
While in Seattle, I knew we were going to have to try this place. There was a line, which was expected, but it moved rather quickly. We ordered a small crab and oyster with chorizo chowder. I was iffy on the whole chorizo in a chowder, but good gosh it added that much needed spice! It was so good and I instantly regretted not ordering a larger bowl. I also ordered a half order of the Maine lobster roll. I wasn't overly impressed with it and despite the seasonings, mayo, and lemon, I really didn't get any of that flavor. It literally tasted like lobster with no seasoning...without a hint of butter. Overall, I would be back in a heartbeat for the chowder. read more
7 years ago
I've never heard of this spot but I saw a long line and we (bf and I) are clam chowder fans so we jumped in line. I was really impressed that they had someone to control the line. Probably not necessary but also necessary at the same time. I'm not sure how to explain it. It's at Pike Place Market so it's understandable they have someone do crowd control. The guy maintaining the line had menus to hand out to people in line, cup sizes on the side for people who needed a more visual aspect, and every now and then would announce something. For example, he'd inform us they have another location a few blocks down that is located inside a mall and is a couple dollars cheaper. He'd announce closing time and how the other store closes at a different time. The bf wanted to try a lot of different chowder so we opted for the four choice sampler (don't remember the actual name). All the chowder sampler we got were delicious! I wish we had gotten 8 instead of four. We also got one lobster roll which was overfilled with lobster. The bread was buttered and toasted just perfectly. I forced myself to finish it because I was getting full and I wanted to eat it fresh. Pike Chowder did not disappoint! I'll be back for more when I'm in town again. I'm recommending to friends when they visit. read more
YUMMY, YUM, YUM!!! My friends and I made this one of our first stops when we got to Seattle, and it was a great decision!!! Parking looks like it would be really bad here during the day, but we went here later in the day around 4pm. We were able to find pretty good parking about a block away. There was NO LINE when we got there. The girl seemed to be in a rush for us to decide, but there's just sooo many options, and I wanted to make sure I didn't miss anything. I'm assuming that they are just use to working at a fast pace because it tends to be really busy. I decided on getting the sampler. Lobster crab & corn- special of the day Crab & oyster w/ chorizo- good, very different Smoked salmon- I don't like capers, so it was my least fav New England- THE BEST!!! This is the BEST CLAM CHOWDER I've ever had. I was going to order some to take home, but I noticed that they ship now. I will be ordering online very soon because I do not want to lug it back in my suitcase. read more
7 years ago
Pike place chowder has a lot of hype but with recognition to back it. We arrived 30 minutes before opening time and there was already a line. We chose to get the sampler since they have so many choices of chowders. We got 4 5-oz bowls and some sourdough bread. The four flavors we tried were New England, seared scallop, Manhattan, and seafood bisque. You definitely get enough of each chowder in the 5-oz bowls even though they look small. The sourdough was quite stale tasting. For some reason, it didn't taste like fresh sourdough. My favorite chowder was the New England because it was the least salty and had no frills. The seared scallop was pretty similar to the New England but with shredded scallops. The Manhattan had a prominent tomato base, as advertised, so if you like tomato soup, you'll like this. The seafood bisque had a variety of seafood but was just too creamy/heavy for me. Overall, I'd still recommend coming to try some chowders out for yourself but as someone who lives in the Bay Area, I still prefer getting my San Francisco clam chowder. read more
7 years ago
Try the sampler..you can try 4 or 8. My favorite was the smoked salmon chowder with the Maine lobster roll. Yelp offers $1 off sampler when you check-in. read more
4 years ago
Both chowders were great! Pleasantly surprised by the vegan chowder option :) The cup was the perfect amount to be filling in our opinion. read more
7 years ago
eight chowders to choose from. no doubt the seafood is fresh. the famous chowder place is tiny tiny and few tables only. (line can be about 30/40 min wait). * the new england clam chowder was just okay. felt like i had more potatoes and not enough clam taste. * manhattan style had more flavor but of course thinner consistency so if you want something thick get a different one. * FUN FACT skip the line and order online either on yelp/grubhub or pileplacechowder.com!!! the grab and go window is directly down the hall and you can find a seat at the waterfront! read more
So tasty and very flavorful!!! I had never been even though I'm a big chowder fan. Been loyal to Ivar's and the line is always so long, but this was well worth it. NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER - Our Hall-of-Fame recipe is creamy smooth, with loads of meaty clams, flavored with bacon, onions, potatoes, cream, and our secret blend of herbs and spices. SEAFOOD BISQUE - Delectable medley of Pacific Cod, Northwest Salmon, Oregon Bay Shrimp, flavored with fresh basil, and simmered in a creamy tomato-based broth. read more
My previous review was for the mall location, but this one is for the OG one in Pikes Place. Man, the line was insanely long but I came 30 mins earlier and I was right at the front. They usually move through the land really quickly but good luck finding seating. They only have a couple tables outside and some inside the place, but its practically impossible to get a spot. You can go to the Waterfront near the shops and sit there while taking in the view. I've had all the chowders and my favorite is the new england clam. Its honestly on par with stuff I've had in Boston (which is saying a lot). The seafood bisque is dope as well. If you like a more tomatoy flavor, that's for you. The others are okay but you'll just regret not getting the new england. Honestly an amazing chowder place. Once you've had Pikes, nothing else tastes the same. read more
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We were intimidated by the long line, but they really have a good system to getting customers through quickly. Im personally not a fan of chowder, so I was happy to see the vegetarian option as an alternative. My husband raved about his New England chowder, said it was the best he's ever had. Very rich flavor, and a great bread bowl at the end. I really enjoyed the lime and coconut one. It was reminiscent of a Thai curry, but more soup-like. Just be aware it may be too busy to find a table (you're not allowed to save a table unless you've already ordered) so you may have to walk elsewhere to sit down or take it to go. read more
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Great chowder, great bread bowl! Was able to save some of the bread for later- it's all a large portion served together. If you'd prefer to skip the line you can order pick up online and grab it from their to go window. There is public seating elsewhere in the market to enjoy the. Much much faster than the long line that can develop! read more
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Larry M.
Thank you, Christy!
2 years ago
4 years ago
This place is pretty good! Long line but worth the wait. I got the New England clam chowder and the Manhattan clam chowder but I recommend the New England better! The only down side is they didn't label the different chowders we ordered, we had a party of 7 and we had several different orders that looked this same. But we figured it out. It would have been easier if it was labeled. read more
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Thank you for your review, Fabian!
8 years ago
It is hard to believe that I never reviewed Pike Place Chowder. This is the original near Pike Place Market with the long lines. As many tour guides remind everyone, the one down the street has a similar menu and much shorter lines. However, people still gravitate to this location after standing in line for Starbucks anyway. Paid garages are available in the area with decent transit access. This place is a good reminder of the adage to always order the food listed in the restaurant's name. Their chowder is really good with many different options. The clam chowder is rightfully famous with a great combination of textures, flavors, and freshness. The salmon chowder is unique and great for tourists, and the scallop chowder is a delicate treat giving competition to the lowly clam. I also enjoy the crab sandwiches here. They use fresh Dungeness crab and serve them like an East Coast lobster roll. They are rather small, so their half size is really more of a small appetizer than a meal. Fresh seafood is pricy, so expect to pay a lot for the privilege. Inside is rather small, more like a food court option. There is outdoor seating which may only be useful in good weather. The line sometimes is outside or inside depending on the weather, so check with the host. If this one is busy at all, you are better off walking to the other one down the street for a better experience. Otherwise, you will change your mind seventeen times while waiting! read more
7 years ago
Market, food, people, lines of hungry people. Medals on the wall, ride staff .... great smelling chowder. Here you have arrived. The star rating above is combined - the New England clam chowder is great! A solid 4. The lobster roll - overpriced and frankly quite mediocre. The bread is on the stale side and cold. The lobster "salad" is hot or miss. Is the entire experience worth waiting in line .... frankly not sure. Most places in Boston serve similar chowders and better lobster rolls without the hype. read more
4 years ago
Boston has nothing on Seattle when it comes to chowder. The New England clam chowder is amazing!! They have a wall of awards to back that up. The sour dough bowl made it that much better. My wife, who doesn't typically like anything from the sea, tried mine and wished she had ordered one as well. So, so good. read more
10 years ago
Already 4000++ reviews on this place? What else is left to review? Since I'm a diehard Yelper, I'm gonna do it anyway. This place looks antique, hidden in a small street. Took me a while to find since I was only traveling here. The interior is really tiny and looks crowded, very crowded. There are I think five or six tables with a small bar-like corner that can seat maybe six people or so. They claim their New England clam chowder to be the best in the nation. It's Seattle so I take it with a grain of salt. Instead I opted for the smoked salmon chowder. It was really really good. I could find some salmon bits in it. The smoke flavor was apparent. Very rich, creamy, and tasty, plus a hint of fresh black pepper. It was delicious! If you look carefully, the shop was a garage. From the outside, you see the garage door, which they made it a glass window. The chowder I had was definitely four-star. The place may be three. But you come here for the food, not the ambience. read more
I hadn't heard of this place before and I only discovered it when I was walking around pike place market looking for somewhere to eat. I noticed the line was crazy long and wasn't really moving at the time so I didn't bother getting in. Good tip I learned was get there either as soon as it opened or towards the end of the day otherwise you're just gonna be standing there all day. I got the traditional clam chowder because that's what it's known for. Apparently this place is supposed to have the best clam chowder ever so obviously that's what I got. And to be frank while the chowder was good, it wasn't the greatest thing I've ever had. Still, it was nice to experience something so popular. The chowder tasted like any other chowder to me. I didn't get anything else but I feel like I should have because they offered flights of different chowders and that would have been a cool experience to try. If you're in the area I recommend trying it out at least once. read more
10 years ago
Such a great way to warm up on a cold day. I would recommend getting the sampler and trying four of their delicious chowders. I got the lobster, crab and corn chowder, seafood bisque, New England clam chowder, and the Manhattan clam chowder. All were yummy. My least fave was the Manhattan, a little on the salty side for me. But the others I loved, especially the lobster, crab and corn chowder. This is a definite must go if you're visiting Seattle. I make it a point to stop here when I'm visiting. If you're thinking of getting the chowder in sourdough bowl, but don't actually eat the bowl, I recommend getting a regular bowl of chowder and grab a few sourdough breads from the wicker basket on the top of the shelving on the opposite wall of the cash register. They have the inside portion of the bread bowls up there for FREE. I love sourdough bread, but the center is the best part that gets taken out for the bread bowl. You'll find your utensils and paper here too. Come early (they open at 11) if you want to be able to get a seat inside so you can enjoy your delicious chowder inside, rather than shivering outside and having your chowder go cold too quickly. After getting nice and toasty, you're ready to stroll through Pike's Market with a hot cider in hand to keep your hands warm while you shop and support your local vendors. read more
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1530 Post Aly
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Seattle, WA 98101
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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).
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.
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.
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…
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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