This is one of the hidden gems in West Seattle. A friend turned me onto this place a few years ago and to be honest, I didn't have high expectations. I will be the first to admit when I'm wrong and I definitely was in this case. Food is served hot and fresh and what a great order of fish and chips. Fish was tender and flaky with a nice batter coating. The fries were crispy and did not have to wait more than 10 minutes for my order anytime I went there. Great staff and they keep the place very clean. Highly recommended if you're up near Alki Beach or West Seattle. read more

Spud has a cool, retro vibe, and it's clear that it has a lot of Seattle history. We walked in on a random Wednesday after walking along Alki Beach. Counter service was quick and kind. I could see this place being busy in the summertime! The fish was pretty good. We got the cod 2-piece meal and halibut 3-piece. The fish had a nice, crispy breading. I preferred the cod over the halibut. The fries were not very salty or flavorful. No refills on soda. Great view of the water from the upstairs dining room! Overall, a pretty good experience and nice for a quick meal, but a bit more than I'd like to pay for what I'd consider fast food and nothing to write home about. read more

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Been coming here for 60+ years it's a must stop for the family or even if you're by yourself best fish and chips around the Pacific Northwest never disappointing And an incredible view of Puget sound read more

Spud Fish & Chips - A family tradition of coming here since 1963 best fish in town - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I have been visiting this Spud's for 60 years and have had great experiences there. The dine in ambience is fair, but enjoy upstairs with a better view than the busy lobby tables. The food has diminished in both size and flavor over the years. This recent visit, three piece fish with fries, the fish was the smallest I've seen. Service behind the counter from order taking to food delivery was fast, efficient and friendly. Sadly, for a mid day nice day Sunday, they were working so hard, all available tables were dirty and messy. The bathrooms were in need of clean up and trash emptied. Regardless, I'm loyal, still enjoy the restaurant and employees. I hope Spud's will attract new fans, but keep reasonable portions, taste and cost balanced better. You can also take your order across the street and sit by the water, beautiful Puget Sound. read more

Some of the best fish n chips around. Best tarter by far. Very casual spot and the service is good. All their other items such chowder, clam strips, and shrimp are good as well. They have chicken strips just in case someone doesn't want seafood. read more

I stopped by Spud Fish & Chips on a sunny afternoon at Alki Beach and couldn't have asked for a better setting. I grabbed a seat outside, and the warm ocean breeze. I went to the counter to order and staff was very friendly. I ordered the Halibut fish and chips, and it hit the spot. The halibut was fresh, lightly crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside--no heavy breading or greasy aftertaste. The fries were golden and satisfying. It's a classic seaside meal with a nostalgic, no-frills charm. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy simple, well-made fish and chips while soaking in the view of the Puget Sound. read more

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I LOVE Spud fish and chips! My family has been coming here since I was born and it's consistent and tasty each time. One piece of fish is enough for me as they're large, so I usually share a 2 or3 piece cod with someone. I've also had the clams a few times and those are tasty as well. It's a little annoying they charge for tartar sauce as I feel some should come free for the prices they charge. Oh well! Not going to stop me from getting my fix. The homemade tartar itself is very good. The chowder is decent but nothing too memorable and the same goes for the coleslaw. If you want great chowder head to Ivars or Pike Place Chowder, Their fries are in my opinion, perfect and you can tell they're fresh cut. Make sure to use some garlic malt vinegar for your food too! The service is fast and efficient, even if there's a crowd. If you want views of the ocean, sit upstairs. There's also tables outside and a few on the main level you can access with no stairs. There's only a small amount of parking in their lot but unless it's a weekend or a super nice day, you should be able to find some close. read more

Iconic Fish & Chips, Pros: The Cod is excellent Cons: Fries need help I ordered a 3 piece cod meal for $22.50 The cod was excellent but the undercooked limp fries were less than ideal. Pinã Colada Shake, fell flat, it was vanilla soft serve with pineapple purée. The place stays super busy read more

I miss Spud the most!! I've always called it "Spuds." I spent my high school years coming here with my friends (West Seattle baby!) and especially loved coming with my family because they paid for everything! :D What a great place with the best fish and chips and clam chowder in Seattle. Take a hike, Ivar's! :D I said what I said. Order in line, sit down and wait. I yearn for that garlic vinegar. Drooooool. Save me a table upstairs. I learned the magical healing powers of fried halibut here. The fried clams and fried oysters aren't too shabby either. By that, I mean great! Enjoy the views of the sound! You can't beat this joint at all, any time of year. read more

Recommend to try this local oldest seafood spot in Seattle and it was delicious! It's a no frills place with seating inside, upstairs and outside. Food was solid! We shared the clam chowder and a fish and chips. Both were yummy. I really liked the crispy-ness of the fish. Service was kind and the lady behind the counter was great with explaining anything we had questions about. read more

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I use to enjoy Spuds Fish And Chips . I would regularly order my favorite, dish which was fried clams and chips! Unfortunately, my clams are always burnt. In fact, the last three orders I received from them were a huge disappointment. I sure hope they will be more consistent with their fried items. Their dishes are expensive and you should get what you pay for! I'm sorry, but I have to give them two stars. read more

Beautiful spot for fish and chips in West Seattle. It has the taste of a hearty cornmeal batter with a little crunch. There are a variety of different ways to order to get exactly what you want. Fabulous garlic vinegar and delicious tartar sauce. read more

Spud Fish & Chips - Delicious - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The fish is delicious! Very tender, meaty filet with a nice breadcrumb coating. The tartar is very mayo-forward with great onion and garlic flavors. The fries are top notch. Super crispy and light with tons of salt. Beautiful water view. A+ read more

Sooooooo greasy it was crazy they would serve this .... Both the fish and the chips. The friend that took me here has been before and said it was not like that previously. Don't know if it was just an off day. read more

It was great fish & chips place, the second floor has a nice view of the beach. We have been there several times, it's a sweet spot if you just want some fish&chips! read more

Spud Fish & Chips - 2 Piece Fish & Fries - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Love, love Spud. Chowder is great with real clams in every bite. Fish, oysters, clam strips all delish. Service is always great and they work fast. Good value. I know they're owned by Ivars now but compared to Ivars, this is amazing. read more

I tried Spud's in Alki for the first time, and it did not disappoint. The fish and chips were amazing - each piece of fish was huge, incredibly crispy, and tasted so fresh, not frozen. The fries were perfectly crispy with the ideal crunch. I especially loved their tartar sauce, which tasted homemade. Everything was excellent. The clam chowder was on the thicker side, warm, and very flavorful. I'm curious if this location is connected to the ones in Edmonds and Kirkland. read more

Spud Fish & Chips - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I paid $44+ for two orders of cod fish and chips got in the ferry line and opened my fish, I couldn't wait. I saw three of the smallest pieces of fish ever. I've been loving the fish since 1968. The fish was way over fried with rock hard edges, the fries were Soggy. I could not eat it, and could not take it back. Bob I know you have been running ivars corp. for a long time. Needs help keeping Spud. On track. I would like my Money back:: rrmccurley@hotmail.com. Feb. 26, 2026. Rob read more

Solid no frills fish & chips spot (plus other types of seafood). Clams & Fries ($8) Chicken Strips & Fries ($11) 2 Pieces of Fish ($15.25) Love how great the portions are and how the price is very reasonable. Everything was golden fried and delicious, carefully wrapped in wax paper. Located on Alki beach. Long-ish line but the line moved quickly. read more

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Alki Spud is still the best place for fish and chip in the Seattle/Tacoma area. This is one of very few places that still serves good ol' greasy, homemade french fry, and the fish is still the best, kind of like what Skipper had in the good ol' days. It's also the only fish and chip place I know of that has milkshake. If you dine in, you get to admire a nice view of downton Seattle. Don't confuse Alki Spud with other, similarly named restaurants. The others don't have homemade french fry, and at least one - Green Lake Spud - doesn't even have pop on tap. read more

Saw the crowd here as we walked by and decided to give this a shot. Delicious! Fish and chips. Chowder. read more

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Hands down, the BEST fish and chips in the world (yes, I've been around the world). Cannot let a visit to Seattle go by without a trip to Spud. Great beach vibes watching Puget Sound and eating the BEST fish and chips in the world. Ambiance, quick-enough counter service (things are made to order and come out hot!) Great place for lunch. Eat upstairs. read more

This place was horrendously dirty and piled with trash as well as garbage all over the floor . I used to love coming to this Spud's. My bread bowl was cold and wrapped in Saran Wrap and I had to dump the chowder in myself . In the upstairs , the trash had been left unattended for who knows how long . Do not eat here . read more

Ummm hello this place hit the spot! Not sure if it was cause I had drinks before but Yumm and the staff was super friendly. Will definitely come back! read more

Spud Fish & Chips - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place totally fits the vibe of Alki, not upscale, but good quality food for a good price, with great views of the water. Friendly staff. The scallops and clams were really good, and so are the fries. We will definitely be back! read more

Just finished a meal here and we were SO disappointed! Terrible slow service, the place was filthy! Absolute chaos. We've been going to this restaurant for over 50 years and it's doubtful we will be back! read more

Really great spot for fish and chips! Food was delicious. Fries are really good too! Service was quick, food came out hot and fresh! read more

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Have you even been to Seattle if you haven't been to Spuds on Alki? This fish n chip spot is to go to! Always fast, always the same, never misses! The prices have gone up definitely but they still stay reasonable considering the location, the quality and the amount you get. The staff is always fast. The best fried clam strips!!!! I will treat myself with their halibut every so often but their cod is delicious all n all! Grab it to go and find a spot on the walk way or over looking the city! You definitely do not come for the ambiance but the staff makes sure to keep it clean! read more

Dear Alki Spud's Team, I'm writing to share some disappointing experiences I've had recently at your restaurant, which has long been one of my daughter's favorite spots for dinner. She especially loves your prawns, and we've made a point of coming to Alki Spud's for them many times. However, on my last two visits -- including my most recent visit around 7:00 PM -- I was told that the prawns were not available. I understand that certain items may run out during peak times, and I can accept that. What made the experience frustrating was the way the cashier handled the situation. Both times, the cashier simply told me, "We don't have any right now," in a very dismissive and indifferent manner, without offering an explanation, apology, or suggesting an alternative. His attitude made me feel unwelcome and as though I was an inconvenience rather than a valued customer. It even left me feeling like I should have had a back-up plan for dinner, which really took away from what should have been a positive experience for me and my daughter. We've always loved coming to Alki Spud's, and I hope this feedback helps to improve the service going forward. A more helpful and professional approach from staff -- even when items are unavailable -- would make a big difference. Thank you for taking the time to read my feedback, and I hope to hear from you soon read more

What can I say, it's Spuds! It's reliably tasty food and has been for decades. I love their fish and chips and especially like the halibut. There are lots of menu options so everyone can find something they like. Upstairs seating means there's plenty of space for any size party. Great location right on Alki and they have a small parking lot. read more

I don't know what is going on but depending on who is cutting the dish. This is the first time that I have ever seen such small pieces..for the same price. Meanwhile, it is Inconsistent. Some days regular size then this. These 2 pieces were the size of the usual 1 piece. I did call the manager and he stated the same person has been doing the cutting of the fish for 59 years. Then clearly it is not that individuals fault but rather the business charging the same price for less product. Tourists would never know but loyal customers like myself, see the difference. No excuses. If the cost of the product has gone up then raise your prices but don't try to trick and cheat customers. read more

Spud Fish & Chips - Size of fish is cut smaller that I've ever had. - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This place is just a good classic fish and chips spot. Everything was good nothing fancy just solid fried fish and good fries to eat with it. Staff was good, there is a nice view of the water from the restaurant, would recommend if you want a quick bite to eat. read more

Spud Fish & Chips - 3 Piece Fish & Fries - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great tourist location, great scenery, legendary food, and great staffing. Always pick up The Special, Clams, and more. Clam chowder was incredible. This is a great location to bring the family for a day at the beach, as well as visiting some of the other delicious eateries in the neighborhood. A must visit. read more

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If you like fish and chips you will have to stop and review these yourself! They're flat here, almost like a fish patty. The first bite was juicy but further bites were a bit drier. Taste was just okay this time but I still really enjoyed these fish and chips. An order of two was perfect for sharing between two of us. I really liked all the photos along the wall. I actually learned a lot of Alki Beach history just from the photos. Originally I ordered to go but I followed the photos upstairs and ended up eating here instead since upstairs has a great view of the beach. read more

Spud Fish & Chips - Seafood Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The fish was perfect and we loved the onion rings! The service is amazing! We loved it back "in the day" It's just as good now!

Love Spuds, been coming here for nearly 2 decades and always worth the trip even with all the other great options the Alki strip sports. Yeah I agree the fries are nothing special but that is not why we come here. Still cannot beat the fresh fried cod fillets, especially if you eat them there fresh out of the frier. I even their calms and prawns as well but the fish n chips are always great. I also love the way they package to go, it's easy to unwrap at home and eat picnic style on the table so less clean up afterwards. read more

This is my go-to place for fish & chips. I'm also in love with their homemade tartar sauce, which just stands out compared to other tartar sauces I've had everywhere else. The fish is nice and crispy. The breading is not too oily or dry. The fish underneath the breading is perfectly soft and melts in your mouth. The portions are great for the price, especially with a decent sized piece of fish paired with a good amount of fries. I also love the clam chowder and usually get a bowl when I'm here. The chowder comes with saltine crackers. I would drive all the way to West Seattle just for Spuds! They have a small parking lot and a lot of indoor dining booths, overlooking the water and Alki beach. read more

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Fun fact: this is the oldest fast food restaurant in Seattle, founded in 1935 (even earlier than Dick's Burgers, 1954). I went here Sunday evening for dinner and it was fairly busy - fast casual spot that is known for fish and chips and chowders. There is an upstairs area as well, but we mostly got the food to go to eat at the beach that is across the street. We ordered the 2pc fish and chips with an extra serving of tartar sauce, and clam chowder cup. Fish and chips is alright - the fish is nicely battered though a little bit too chewy in texture, so it was hard to just use the fork to eat it. Fries were soggy and underwhelming - definitely skip it (the menu has fish-only options so I would recommend saving a few bucks and just do that). Clam chowder was also a bit underwhelming - there is not really the creaminess that is usually present in clam chowder, and I can taste a slight aftertaste of overcooked soup from the pot. I guess this being so central to the beach, especially with good weather in the summertime, combined with the low number of restaurants that open relatively late (most close 8-9pm), that this place still fares pretty well as a food option and is still in business for so long. read more

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This restaurant is horrible. Whoever thinks there food is good has horrible taste buds. I bought pretty much everything off the menu and the oysters were disgusted looked extremely old tasted worse then they looked. Halibut and cod were pre cooked fish quality was not it nothing was fresh. Customer service was not it everyone was extremely rude. I HIGHLY Recommend sunfish down the street, fish is extremely fresh clam chowder there is amazing and owners are super friendly and welcoming. Spend your money wisely. read more

My family and I walked in planning on getting dinner here, but didn't end up ordering at all. The trashes were overflowing and it did not look very sanitary. You could see them cooking the fries and all, it just doesn't seem like a place to spend $20 on a meal. I can't really say what the food tastes like, but it certainly doesn't look like anything special, would recommend trying Lotus on the Beach, roughly the same prices, but WAY better food. read more