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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!
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.
Super awesome clam chowder!! The line is definitely long but thank you to the worker who told us we could "skip the line" and order online!! Was great to try this out since I also did not get a chance to last time I was here!
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
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!
God I love clam chowder. Hit the spot. Creamy, savory goodness. A little small/expensive but what isn't at Pike Place? Super good, we got a second bowl. The free sourdough is pretty good too.
Long line so you know the place is good! We didn't have to wait too long despite many people head of us. It was nice to see the menu posted throughout the line so we had time to decide which chowder to order. We ordered the smoked salmon chowder and the classic clam chowder. Both were very good! Very creamy, with enough add ins. Comes with bread and crackers for a crunch. This is a perfect rainy day meal. The ultimate comfort food while 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!
Visiting Seattle for the second time, but my first time traveling here solo, I came to Pike Place Chowder on Saturday afternoon for a light lunch. I was running the Iron Horse Half Marathon the next morning, so I didn't want anything too heavy. I stood in line for almost half an hour, which honestly felt a little ridiculous, but eventually ordered the Seafood Bisque with Pacific cod, Northwest salmon, and Oregon bay shrimp in a creamy tomato broth. The bisque was pretty good. It came with oyster crackers and a slice of what I believe was sourdough bread. I took everything to a nearby outdoor seating area and ate there. I'd probably give the bisque itself around a 3.5/5. It was good, but I don't know if I'd wait half an hour specifically for it again. Still, I'll round up and give the overall experience 4 stars. I'd come back if I'm in the area again, but be prepared for the line! 4/5 stars Last visited: August 29, 2026
Coming in clutch. After bad drinks and no food at our happy hour stop we came to Pile Place Chowder. We were so excited to not see a line. Well.... Because they closed in 4 mins. They didn't care. They were welcoming and helpful with suggestions. They allowed us to sit and eat without rushing us while they cleaned up around. The New England clam chowder and the market chowder were amazing. Being in the market is always great for people watching and atmosphere.
This was my second time here. the first time I had the New England clam chowder and I loved it. absolutely loved it so I came back this time and wanted to try the Scallop chowder & Lobster roll. I'm super disappointed as the scallop chowder was really more of a potato chowder. There were a few pieces of baby scallops, but I tasted more potatoes than scallop for sure. I love a creamy chowder, but I think this was just a bit too too creamy and heavy. I would've preferred the New England chowder. I think the New England clam chowder is definitely much better than the scallop chowder. Also tried the lobster roll. It was OK. I don't think it was worth it. I will never order it again. Maybe everything's better the first time around. I came here around 11:30/12p, and there was a long line but it moves fast. I saw a few people try to reserve seats before they got their order and I'm so glad that Staff is watching this because there's just not enough seating so saving a table before getting your food is just not right. I saw the staff kindly inform a few customers that they can't save seats until they have received their order. They need more seating here. There's also a lot of to go orders.
I'm sure there are many, many great traditional restaurants here in Seattle that you could go to for some great clam chowder. But if you don't have time for a sit-down place and still want the quality, head to Pike Place Chowder. I've read about this place online and have seen it on foodie TV shows a couple times and I'll tell ya, they live up to the hype. I was here on a particularly slow day (not the usual), so I managed to score a small table outside in the alley and enjoy this deliciousness. You won't regret giving them a shot. read more
Now don't hate me... but I'm just not a fan of bread bowls. I think the bread absorbs too much of the soup so I always order my soups in a cup/bowl....OOPS. I got to taste the New England Clam Chowder and the Crab and Oyster Chowder. Both were freaking YUMMY. The bigass clams and the strong flavor of crab and oyster made it feel like I was having it straight from the ocean. There was a bit of a wait and there is indoor and outdoor seating available. I didn't get the sampler but I just know that every flavored chowder is as equally as delic!! read more
5 years ago
Thursday at 3 pm: chill vibes w/ hardly a line for ordering; my sister and I had no problem finding seats (the place is very small and seats about 20 people max) Saturday afternoon (just passing by here): utter chaos w/ all of the seats filled and an ordering line of 30+ people clogging one of the Pike Place walkways Plan accordingly!! After my sister and I checked into our hotel in downtown Seattle we walked straight here. For a place with over 5k raving reviews I was surprised on how humble this place looks. Pretty small, no-frills diner-like spot. Cool. As much as ordering the chowder sampler was tempting, we decided on just sharing one chowder in a bread bowl (had to strategize as we planned to try other Pike Place food spots later in the day). The salmon chowder was super duper tasty, creamy, and comforting. I docked a star because the sourdough bread bowl was a bit tough and the salmon chunks in the chowder were kinda dry. I still recommend this chowder though if you love salmon flavor. Definitely a place worth checking out, but try to visit on a weekday if possible! read more
5 years ago
Note to self: the small New England clam chowder is plenty to tide me over until a bigger meal! Small pieces of the ingredients are great to make sure I get a bit of everything in each bite. It's nice that they have a vegan coconut lime option, and each chowder comes with oyster crackers and a small piece of bread. They're diligently checking for vaccination cards at this time which makes me feel better about dining indoors. read more
3 years ago
I've tried clam chowder in Boston, San Francisco, California, and now Seattle. The Pike Place Chowder is my favorite by far. read more
5 years ago
A trip to Pike Place Market is not complete without stopping by Pike place chowder. This is definitely a tourist trap, but they make good clam chowder. We shared the 4 chowder sampler which included New England Clam, Seafood bisque, Crab & Oyster chowder and a market choice. The order came with sourdough rolls, butter, oyster crackers. We took a seat by the bar to enjoy the food. The chowders were comforting and hot, it was plenty to share between the two of us after a day of eating at the market. Pro tip: there's a second location at Pacific Place Center if you don't want to wait in a long line at the OG location. There is also an option to order online and pick up, but you won't be able to dine in and enjoy the soups at their seating areas. read more
I came here as part of a food tour and came on my own too. This place was mobbed because of their reputation, and it deserved all the praise. The New England clam chowder was tried on the food tour, and it was unreal. There were plenty of pieces of clam and the texture of the soup really got me. It was the perfect 'creaminess' if that even makes sense. Regardless, it was great. I ordered a sampler of four soups ($19.95). Ordering online was much quicker and more efficient than waiting on the physical line. We had our soup in five minutes. The four soups being offered as part of the sampler were New England clam chowder, seafood bisque, crab and oyster chowder, and smoked salmon chowder. The bisque consisted of Pacific cod, northwest salmon, Oregon bay shrimp, and flavored with fresh basil and simmered in a creamy tomato broth. Again, the texture was fabulous and plenty pieces of seafood. The crab and oyster chowder contained crabmeat and oysters with a hint of chorizo, flavored with leeks, potatoes, tomatoes, and special seasonings. This was solid as well, but I did not really taste a presence of the chorizo. Regardless, it was still good. Last, but not least, the smoked salmon chowder had nova smoked salmon, capers, and cream cheese present. The smokiness was very apparent, but it was not too over powerful because of the tastes from the other flavors. It was a great sampling of soups. Will I go back? Easily. read more
3 years ago
the line goes pretty quickly here, but there's not much dining available since it's in the alley Seafood bisque was amazing! Def would order again and highly recommend it in a bread bowl; soo rich, creamy, and perfect on a cold day! Lobster roll was aight in my opinion but it got cold real fast. Can't remember what veg soup my friend ordered but it wasn't our favorite :/ read more
3 years ago
The best clam chowder I ever ate! The clams didn't have any sandy grit and was very fresh! The potatoes were uniformly cut and the thickness and texture was perfect. The staff was very efficient, friendly and quick. Wifey and I did try a lobster and a crab roll. Although they were very delicious, the prices are very prohibitive. Go and focus on the clam chowder. read more
5 years ago
Must try 4 chowder sampler...Let's you get a taste of everything. Worth the $16.95! Line was 15-20 minute wait. I knocked down a star for one of the workers who was rude to an elderly lady sitting at the bar waiting for her daughter to bring the food after paying. The guy yelled at the lady for the "no seat saving/ holding" but the lady literally sat down once the daughter was paying for her food items and the seats freed up . I get the rules, but good lord, the lady is elderly AND her daughter was already paying for the food items. I'd go again because the chowder is good, but take it to go and enjoy it by the water! read more
10 months ago
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3 years ago
Don't be intimidated by the line, it goes quick! Came for a quick minute to try the bread chowder bowl and YUMMY!! Definitely shareable. Would love to grab again when in the area. My boyfriend is a clam chowder snob (SF) and he loved it! The bread was so tasty and fresh. Great flavors. read more
I was surprised to see no line when I arrived. I was able to go to the counter and order with no wait. Unfortunately, all the tables were taken. I really wish the staff here would advise the customers when there's no tables. They just asked for here or to go? If you say for here, they give you your food on a tray and send you off. I walked around and couldn't find a table which kind of sucked. Needless to say, I ordered the New England clam chowder in a bread bowl. I've been to Boudiin in SF several times and this is my favorite way to eat clam chowder. The chowder was very creamy, chunky, and had plenty of clam. They fill the bowl all the way to the top and making sure it spills over. They have like 8 different chowders and you can also order their sampler if you're not sure what you want to try. Trying Pike Place Chowder when in Seattle is definitely a must try. read more
11 months ago
the line is really long. we waited 20 min and barely moved up the line. we ended up ordering online and picking it up to eat somewhere else, which just took like 10 min. i enjoyed it a lot! one soup is enough for a full meal. very happy with our experience. read more
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There is definitely a reason that this is ranked so highly! We ordered a side of the classic new england chowder and it was gone in a minute. The broth has a nice seafood flavor without being overly salty. The soup was filled with some large pieces of clams and potatoes. It was the perfect pick for a cloudy day. Although the line looks long, it would about 5-8 minutes to get our food - they also opened up a great mobile ordering pick up station for even less of a wait time, read more
I went on the anniversary of Pike Place Market and this place was busy. Had the chowder and it was amazing. I wish I had purchased the bread bowl but you can't go wrong with the cup or bread bowl. The lobster sandwich was fire. Can't wait to go back! read more
After watching a popular blogger's video on YouTube, we decided to try this place out since we were planning on visiting Pikes for some eats. Since the location is on the popular Post Alley walkthrough, my advice is to come here early (preferably before 10:00 am) to give yourself time to park and then get in this horrendously long line for food. Don't fret when you read "horrendously long line" because I will tell you how to get around this: The secret is Online ordering!! Place your order a day in advanced and then walk in the restaurant like a BOSS and walk-out with bags of goodies in your hands. If you do decide on this, you bypass the general line and walk straight back to the restaurant. There you will find a more shorter line for online pick-up orders. You will in and out of there in less than 5 min. Just show-up on your selected pick-up time that you specify and voila!! The Good: - 4- Cup Chowder Sampler- You get try 6 oz. of their New England, Seafood Bisque, Crab and Smoked Salmon Chowders. The New England had some flavor but I was disappointed as it seemed that it didn't have the chunks of clam that I was hoping it would have. The Crab, Oyster and Chorizo chowder was the most favorite for my wife and kids as was the Seafood Bisque and Smoked Salmon. The Bad: Avoid the Clam Chowder bowl- you will end-up with day-old and dry sourdough bread. It will ultimately ruin the experience. Even the oyster crackers that came with the chowder tasted way better than the sourdough bread itself. Out of all the places I've been to which served clam chowder bowls, this bread was old and dry- not fresh from the oven. Boudin in Pier 39 is the best because you know they bake their own bread- after all, they're a bakery of course. Avoid this meal at all costs but if you still insist, ask if the bread was freshly baked. Other than that, I think the chowder was generic and nothing eye-popping. My son had the lobster roll but honestly, the lobster rolls at New England Lobster in Burlingame by the airport is way much better for the same price and sides you get with your food. read more
5 years ago
Pike Place Chowder lives up to its reputation! Do yourself a favor and order online to skip the line. I literally got my order in like 5 minutes after ordering it online, while people were probably waiting at least half an hour in line just to place an order. The place to pick up is NOT obvious though, so I had to ask an employee. It's inside the doors next to the Pike Place Chowder storefront and down the hallway. We tried the signature clam chowder and the seafood bisque. Both were great! I thought the seafood portion was appropriate and the consistency of the soup was just right. If you don't live in Seattle and are craving their chowder, rejoice, for they now ship to your door via Goldbelly. I have ordered their chowders from Goldbelly and while I wouldn't say it's cheap, it still beats a plane ticket to Seattle, and it still tastes just as good! read more
5 years ago
Definitely was one of my favorite places to eat when I visited Seattle. The line moved really fast, but not a lot of places to sit. Some tables/chairs were put away, because of COVID I assume. Got the clam chowder and it was so good, esspecially since it was a cool/cloudy day that afternoon! The bread bowl made the meal a lot of more filling (maybe too filling). Definitely excited to come back again and try its other menu items. read more
One of the hyped places at Pike Place Market that was actually worth it. My boyfriend and I were indecisive about which chowder to try, so we decided to get the four 6 oz. sampler. In the picture below, we got the crab & oyster chowder (top left), seared scallop chowder (top right), manhattan style chowder (bottom left), and new england clam chowder (bottom right). Besides the manhattan style chowder, the other three tasted deliciously creamy and umami from the fresh seafood. They didn't skimp out on the seafood either! Dipped the sour dough bread in and--yummy, such an amazing bite. My boyfriend really enjoyed the manhattan style chowder, but for me, it paled in comparison to the other three. We went around 4pm, so the lines weren't long and we were able to get a table relatively quickly after ordering. However, to be safe, I recommend placing an order online ahead of time and coming just for pick up. Then, instead of waiting for a table at the chowder place, find public seating around Pike Place Market because there are an abundance of them and it'd be much easier. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
Not sure what's the hype abt this place. Way too overrated! Me and my bf love chowder and so excited to try these, but we left very disappointed. We couldn't finish the food. We just forced ourselves to finish at least the New England ones. Attached pictures before and after. read more
3 years ago
Never had I ever had a more amazing clam chowder than at this place! Oh my gosh! I did the chowder flight and my favorite was the original and the scallop. The Manhattan didn't wow me and I can't remember what was the last item but overall, definitely a place I would fly out just to fulfil my clam chowder craving. read more
1 year ago
This was one of the best things I've ever had!!! Walked 15 minutes to get it and couldn't find a seat that wasn't in the full sun so I decided to walk 15 minutes back to my hotel to eat and everything was STILL piping hot and so amazing. The roll was simple but incredible and the chowder had so much flavor. read more
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Pike Place Chowder is a must try when your put by the market place. Just be aware that there will always be a line! If you don't want to wait, simply do what I did. I ordered online and my chowder was ready in about 5-7 minutes. To pick up, you simply walk inside the marketplace that Pike Place Chowder is located in. If you walk inside all the way to the back you will see a pick up online order sign! The chowder itself was a 10/10. The sourdough bread complimented the chowder so well. As I did some exploring through Seattle, I found that there is another less busy Pike Place Chowder located inside a shopping center connected to Nordstrom and next to Din Tai Fung. read more
We had just flown into SeaTac and our first stop was Pike Place Chowder at the Pike Place Market. It was the perfect welcome into a chilly October afternoon in Downtown Seattle. Pike Place Chowder is easy to locate in Post Alley, nearest cross streets are Pine and Pike Place. We were able to find parking right in front of Piroshky Piroshky. The line wrapped around the building but it only took less than 15 minutes from the end of the line to receiving the food. The line moved quite fast - and it was perfect because we were starving! We ordered the following: * New England Clam Chowder - Creamy and so delicious! The flavors were perfect, the consistency was the right amount of creaminess, and the the clam to soup ratio was on point. It warmed our bellies and I was fully satisfied with this! * Connecticut-Style Lobster Roll - The lobster meat was dunked in butter and it was so delicious! The bread was warm, soft and fluffy. Worth it! * Connecticut-Style Dungeness Crab Roll - I'm usually a fan of Dungeness crab but I actually preferred the lobster roll over this one. Still good though. Overall, this award-winning chowder really proved that it's one of the best and I'm glad this was our first stop. read more
3 years ago
- CAPTAINS ROLL (dungeness crab, bay shrimp, lemon, celery, mayo, and spices) - NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER (creamy smooth base with meaty clams, flavored with bacon, onions, potatoes, cream, and a blend of herbs and spices) - MANHATTAN CHOWDER (herb-infused tomato broth, slow-cooked with onions and celery, with tender clams) * 6/10 * Moms and Gareks order was the chowders, from the famous Pike Place Chowder. This restaurant is supposedly the "best soup in Washington state". This review must've been written by someone who doesn't know what real flavor is. Mom said that the chowder was bland, needed salt, garlic, onion, etc. The roll was also tasteless, lacked depth of lots of flavors. No taste to it and for the price of all of this was a rip off. read more
The week I visited the line was pretty crazy. We attempted couple times in the afternoon but morning is definitely better. We were having a hard time selecting which chowder to get so we ended up getting sampler chowder. 4 samples we got were seafood smoked salmon new england seared scallop out of those I think my favorite was seafood and smoked salmon one traditional new england one was good but hint to tomato in the seafood added extra flavor being a tourist attraction the price isn't cheap but definitely a spot you have to try at least once very generous on the meat if I had a larger stomach there were couple more flavors I wanted to try but I had to save it for my other foods worth the wait and highly recommend read more
2 years ago
Can't leave the Pike Public Market and not taste their chowder. Ordered 1 with the bread and it was good. Would recommend it. read more
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1530 Post Aly
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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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