I love this place! I've passed by numerous times on my weekly walk so we decided to finally try out their oysters & happy hour The vibe is the standard Navy Yard waterfront decor, serene, great scenery and the perfect spot to people watch. There's plenty of seating around the mini fire pits or at the bar in the middle. Service was pretty quick and attentive. We ordered a few options to share - chef's special for oysters, red snapper ceviche, rockfish tartare & baked pimento crab dip and washed it all down with Lychee Paloma's. An all seafood feast, fresh and well prepared. No complaints! They're pretty generous with their happy hour too - M-TH 4-6p / Fri 12-6p. If you want all the makings of fine dining cuisine with a more than casual dining atmosphere, then this is the place for you. read more

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Great place to go before or after a Nats or DC United game! You can't beat the location and the waterfront views in DC. Oysters were spot on even though a few of them ran out. Good variety in sizes and brininess. Since it was late, we got a ceviche as well before the kitchen closed. Good service from the indoor bartender as we moved indoors after sitting outdoors. Will have to come back and try some other seafood dishes! read more

The Salt Line - Ceviche - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The oysters and cocktails were absolutely delicious and easily the highlight of the meal. The service and atmosphere made for a great evening. Unfortunately, the entrees didn't live up to the rest of the experience. The crab pasta was very bland and lacked flavor. The biggest disappointment, though, was the North Shore roast beef. As someone familiar with a true North Shore roast beef, this wasn't even close--it resembled an Arby's roast beef sandwich more than the classic, thinly sliced, rare roast beef piled high on an onion roll. I'd definitely come back for the oysters and drinks, but I'd skip those two entrees. read more

Nice view, behind the Nationals stadium. Kind of in a hidden spot most people don't know exists. They have a decent happy hour with drinks and apps. The bartender was funny, too! read more

The Salt Line - Stuffies - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The Salt Line, Washington DC (Navy Yard) Scoping out the Navy Yard, trying to find a restaurant for the six of us on the Wednesday that Bruce Springsteen was performing at Nationals Stadium, I spent the prior Sunday at The Salt Line (which is about a 10-minute walk to the stadium). I was there during brunch service and found a menu that covered a lot of bases. My main interest was seeing if they still offered fried clam bellies, a rarity in the D.C. restaurant scene. Nope, no bellies, but on offer under the brunch appetizers were Stuffies (three baked top neck clams, smoked linguica, lemon, breadcrumbs, house hot sauce, $13), along with more traditional starters, including clam chowder ($7 cup, $12 bowl), fried calamari (roasted garlic pomodoro sauce, fried cherry peppers & artichoke, lemon, $15). I ended up ordering the North Shore Roast Beef sandwich (horseradish cream, BBQ sauce, American cheese, onion roll, with fries, $19). More than enough for brunch and lunch the following day. Service was good, and the meal was excellent. Note the Salt Line's transparency, where it explains that "DC restaurants have been operating with dynamic and significant increases in labor wages, food costs, and the general cost of doing business in DC. We have chosen to implement a 4% operational surcharge - which does not go towards gratuity - as the most comprehensive way to address this." Seems to me to strike a decent balance, but I'm not all that up to date about the living wage issue in the services industry. In any event I respect The Salt Line's management for being up front about their surcharge policy. read more

The Salt Line - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great for a group. It was my friends birthday and they brought a complimentary blue cheese martini (kinda strange drink!). The clam chowder is pretty good. The Parker house rolls are warm, soft, fluffy heaven. They come with some kind of old bay whipped butter. My friends said the crab roll, fish sandwich, and burger were all good. I liked the cape codder g&t drink. read more

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I personally really enjoyed their crab roll. They did not skimp out on the crab at all! At first glance, portions looked a bit small but everything was suuuper filling. Great service as well. read more

The Salt Line - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The food here was good. Not everything we ordered was great, but most of the stuff was good. I liked the selection of oysters. I loved the oyster shooter and the bloody mary. This is definitely a spot where you order seafood. All the seafood dishes were mostly good. I wasn't a fan of the shrimp and grits though. It was just a basic shrimp and grits. I didn't feel it was all the special. I ordered the fish sandwich as my main. It was okay. I wish it had more toppings in it. Maybe some more sauce would have tied the whole dish together. My husband got the breakfast sandwich. I would not get this next time. The sausage was overpowering the whole sandwich. Next time I go back, I would stick to the oysters and the drinks. A good location right by the water and the service is good! read more

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This spot was discovered during a walk along the river and happened to be extremely busy at the time. Outdoor seating was full, so indoor seating was offered instead, which turned out to be a comfortable and pleasant alternative. The lobster roll was flavorful, though the bun-to-lobster ratio leaned more toward bread than filling (those who know, know). It was also served cold, which was a bit unexpected. The oysters were enjoyable, especially when paired with fresh lemon. They weren't the freshest or most premium selection, and the pricing felt high for the portion size and quantity served, but they were still decent overall. read more

The Salt Line - BUTTERED LOBSTER ROLL YELLOWFIN TUNA NICOISE - ENTREE SALAD - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Another great riverfront seafood joint with great outside space and views. Service is usually great as well.

Great location and view. The food was good. Tasty, good temperature, well seasoned. The waitress was very nice, but we didn't see her much. She gave us bowl of Brussel Sprouts for our patience. It was a busy time of day so I don't blame her too much. She was spread thin. read more

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I've visited the Salt Line a few times over the years. I like the food, nautical decor, and location in Navy Yard next to the river. On my recent visit, I stopped by on a Wednesday at 6 PM. The place was pretty quiet since it was mid-week and there weren't any sports games nearby. We had some wine ($14/glass), stuffies (3 for $13), Waterman's Platter ($36), and Scallops (5 for $36). Everything was very good. The scallops were served with a nice autumnal sauce and brussel sprouts. Waterman's Platter was fried oysters, fish, baby shrimp, and scallops along with fries, onion rings, coleslaw, and dipping sauce. Everything was crispy and nicely fried. The portal was large enough to take about half as leftovers. We were celebrating a special occasion and they brought over two small glasses of sparkling wine (basically half a glass each), which was nice but also a bit tacky to not give a full glass. Like, I would rather you just verbally acknowledge it and do nothing than take a half-measure like that. We had a nice time but a few things could have been better. They were out of the beer I ordered, so I went with wine. The free sparkling was originally on our bill (and billed as a single glass) but the server realized this just before I asked about it and removed it. I was excited to get a milkshake for dessert -- they used to do massive, delicious milkshakes -- but apparently they stopped doing this about a year ago, so we passed on dessert entirely. They still have a 4% surcharge; c'mon, it's far past time to drop these. Prices overall are a bit high for fairly standard food. read more

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Goodness the food here was incredible! Was so attentive. He walked me through the menu and helped me pick the perfect dinner options! I could eat the scallops every day for the rest of my life! read more

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This was my first time visiting Salt Line and im a little upset about it. I enjoyed everything about this place. I came in with a couple friends while waiting to head over to the Nats game, and we ordered a bunch of apps for all of us to pick at. The only thing I felt like needs to be served with something on the side was the potatoes. The were good but could use little something to elevate them. Whatever the sauce that comes the carrots or the Brussel sprouts both would be the perfect addition for the potatoes. This place is a definite check out if are in the area. read more

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Not my favorite meal during my week long stay in DC. Their menu is limited and mainly seafood which is normally fine for me, but I did find myself not really settling on a dish until the last server recommendation (who was great by the way) which is not common. I settled on the rockfish dish which was just OK. Definitely an Asian taste to it that wasn't my favorite. The setting is nice as it's right by the Nationals stadium. Probably wouldn't come back tho cause I didn't see anything else on the menu that I would really want. read more

The Salt Line - Rockfish dish was just OK - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The Salt Line is absolutely worth a visit if you're looking for great seafood and a beautiful spot on the Anacostia River. The view alone makes it special, and the staff were friendly and attentive the whole time. I had the shrimp and grits, oysters (lots of them), an oyster shooter, and a couple of their cocktails. The shrimp and grits were rich and perfectly cooked, and the oysters were fresh and briny. The oyster shooter was surprisingly delicious. The only disappointment was the Bloody Mary -- it looked amazing but tasted pretty average for the price. Still, the "Perfect Storm" version was strong and fun, even if the mix was the same. The food was good, especially the oysters, but oysters are kind of always good. The view was gorgeous, and like most spots on the DC waterfront, it's definitely on the pricey side. read more

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This place has great reviews but my experience was mixed. Came for a weekday reservation around 8pm and overall it wasn't great. We weren't really checked on the entire meal and had to ask to even get water. The shrimp Caesar salad was just a complete miss for me. The shrimp itself was grilled and delicious but there were only 4, and the salad was a wilted entire head of lettuce with a very odd smoked cheese and little dressing. So disappointing. The house rolls are yummy but beware, they aren't complimentary! Don't think I'd be back unless for a nice sunset drink moment read more

Came here to enjoy the warm weather at their outdoor bar. We got the waterman's platter which was great- a surprisingly good amount of shrimp too. The bartenders were all great and brought a good vibe. We didn't try any oysters this time, but they have a variety featured on ice at their indoor bar. read more

The Salt Line - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I loved the fish sandwich. It's made with catfish and the batter is crispy, not beer battered which I prefer. Make sure to ask for tartar sauce! read more

The Salt Line - CRISPY FISH SANDWICH - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Dropped in for dinner looking for good clam chowder and onion rings. Got seated right away and server came right away and explained the specials and the oysters. She accommodated my request for a small caesar's salad by removing the shrimp from their menu item. The chowder has no flour which made the chowder thin. There was nice portion of clams and good flavor. It could have had more clam flavor IMHO. I would still recommend it. The salad was really well dressed and tangy. The onion rings were nice and crispy, large portion of onions. read more

The Salt Line - CLAM CHOWDER BOWL - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The food was pretty good but the service on a slow Thursday was incredibly subpar and I would not go back. The crab dip app was the star of the show and I really enjoyed it, but the burger was just okay in my opinion. There's a lot of good burgers in DC but the reviews swayed me to try it. Our waitress was inattentive, short, and picked up our trays when we were finishing up our fries, assuming we were done when we were just chatting and finishing up final bites. A quick "are you still working?" would've avoided this. There's plenty of options around so I won't be back personally. read more

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Stopped by Salt Line's outdoor bar for a quick drink after a networking happy hour. The patio was bustling, a clear sign of how popular the spot is--helped, of course, by the perfect weather that evening. A few people in our group ordered oysters, which looked fresh and delicious (if you're into oysters). I opted for a Rosé Spritz--light, crisp, and refreshingly perfect for a summer night. read more

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I recently visited The Salt Line in DC after spotting it on Yelp with decent ratings, and it did not disappoint! It's about a 10-minute walk from where I was, and on such a gorgeous day, I immediately liked the outdoor patio. / bar. As soon as I walked in, the customer service was fantastic. and I decided to settle into a cozy booth and ordered a glass of Sauvignon Blanc along with the lobster roll and a side of greens. I was torn between the buttered lobster roll and one mixed with dressing, but the server was helpful and offered to bring the dressing on the side for me to try. I went with the buttered lobster roll. When my food arrived, it looked perfect, but I did notice that the lobster was a bit over-salted that day. Something about it--either the lobster or the butter--was saltier than I'd hoped. However, the lobster itself was still really tasty, and I'm willing to chalk up the saltiness to just an off day. I plan to return and give it another shot, this time trying the lobster roll dressed and swapping the greens for a side of fries. Life is too short not to indulge, right? Overall, the great ambiance and excellent customer service really stood out to me, which is why I'm giving The Salt Line 4 stars instead of 3. It's definitely a place I'd visit again! read more

The Salt Line - Beautiful chilled glass of Sauvignon Blanc - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Everything was good! Good not great. Good service - able to get in without a reservation. There was an event going on. Wish they had crab legs! They only had claws. Glad I checked it out but probably wouldn't go back. I think I can sum it up with the lobster roll - really tasty, but small - it was like meal of French fries with a side of lobster roll...a lot of good with a little great. read more

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I came here after the Nats game after doing some research in the stands on where to eat. The Salt Line is right across from Nats Park and overlooks the river. It was a beautiful night with perfect weather, and it seemed like everyone, and their mamas were at the Salt Line. There were tons of baseball fans who went over after the game and the party crowd out on a Saturday night. As for the service, the host and hostess were very friendly and accommodating. We had to wait 30 minutes for a table but considering how packed the place was; it wasn't bad. Our waitress gave us great service and recommended a few dishes and came often to check on us. Very fun and lively vibes at this establishment. I had the clam chowder, Rockfish tartare and New England smash burger. The clam chowder and Rockfish tartare were the standout. Will definitely come back again! read more

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Excellent Bloody Marys. One of the best burgers in DC. This is a great place to get oysters and enjoy the view. The is the best waterfront spot in DC. read more

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Amazing food and service. Oysters, clam chowder and stuffed clams were a perfect sample of the East Coast! read more

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I decided to walk my dog by the water on a sunny day and dropped into the outdoor bar area for something to eat since they are dog friendly. I hadn't been to The Salt Line before and was pleased by the friendliness and attentive service of the staff. The place is packed on a beautiful day so you'll have to be patient to get an outdoor spot, but if you're lucky enough to get a seat you'll be treated to great views and food. Seafood is their specialty and the menu has a great selection of fresh seasonal items as well as dockside staples. I got the Crab Roll and substituted the Crispy Brussels Sprouts for the fries for a slight but worthwhile up-charge. I can see why this place is so popular with locals and look forward to going back. read more

The Salt Line - Crab Roll with crispy Brussels sprouts substituted - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The bland lobster roll was $42 and could fit in the palm of my hand. Fries were burnt‍. The salmon Benedict was horrible...no flavor at all! Do better! read more

Strolled down to the Salt Line after leaving the Nats game. Had researched it while sitting in the stands, thought it looked like a decent spot so I gave it a try. Pros: food was really good! Tried 3 raw oysters from their availability list and then had the pan-seared scallops with tomato passata, confit eggplant, roasted zucchini, grana padano. The scallop dish was interesting. Some different herbs involved that would show up unexpectedly on the palate....but it all worked together! My waitress, Cheryl, was just attentive enough (perfect) and was able to answer all my questions. Great location, right on the river. Small menu. Cons: raw bar oysters are (on average) $4 a piece, which I think is a bit much, especially for smaller oysters. (I may be spoiled because I don't live in the big city so I'm not up on big city prices). The scallops in my scallop dish were "just" warm...like they were done well before the rest of the dish was and it all got put together. All in all it was a good meal and I'll go back on one of my upcoming Nats game trips to try something else (the burgers looked really good, and Cheryl recommends the brussel sprouts...) read more

The Salt Line - Two of the three oysters I tried. - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The Salt Line is a fun and lively place on Nats game day. My friend and I sat at the outdoor bar near the water on a warm July evening. Drink service was quick since the bartenders were always moving about and serving people in close proximity. Getting the raw oysters took a bit longer from the kitchen, likely because of how busy the restaurant was that day. But when the oysters did come we were satisfied with what we chose and they tasted fresh. Salt Line is a great outdoor option to hang out along the water in Navy Yard, especially if you're in the mood for seafood. Plus, you're super close to one the least busier entry gates to Nats Park if you want to hop over before the game. If you're not going into the ballpark, they have outdoor TVs as well to watch all the action. read more

My husband and I went here for lunch one day on a weekend trip to DC. The restaurant itself was nice and the service was quite good. Amanda was a great waitress and at no point did we have to ask for anything because she was so on top of it. However, the price we paid for the food just wasn't really worth it to us. It wasn't bad, it just wasn't good enough to justify the bill. We felt like we went to other places that gave us more value for either similar or better quality. read more

One of my favorite summer 2025 HH spots... they also have an "afternoon" hour Monday thru Friday which features 1/2 price oysters and drinks. The water view is nice and for the most parts the bartenders are pretty friendly. Be careful with the orange crush, it can cause brain freeze. I am not a fan of the fried crab fingers but the crispy fish sandwich is my fav. read more

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Food we ordered was whack. Oysters were bomb though. Drinks outside are served in plastic cups; no martini glasses, which is a personal eek for me. Service was very mid. No check-back, and we were hungry, so we ate it anyway. read more

A friend and I grabbed a table on the large patio for dinner. It's first come, first serve, and there was a huge bar in the middle. We grabbed a table, but it took awhile for anyone to come and take our order, so we had to flag down a server. We ended up splitting the soft shell crab, and I ordered the shrimp roll with a side of fries for my main dish. Both items were decent. The soft shell crab was a bit too oily for my liking, not sure I would order it again. Also, the service could have been better. All in all, Salt Line is a fine option if you're looking for a restaurant with lots of outdoor seating and seafood options. read more

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the food is good but a ridiculously small salad for 23 dollars. Crazy pricing, just disappointing. read more

The Salt Line - This is the 23 dollar Caesar. ridiculously small this is a scam. - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

They have a great outdoor seating area/patio with a bar. The food here is pretty good and I have no complaints with the service. I came here on my birthday after a Nats game and was thoroughly impressed. This was my second visit and I'd been craving the fish sandwich for almost a year since the first time I had it. Unfortunately, it wasn't nearly as good this time, but it was still delicious. read more

I checked them out for brunch and it was good experience. The weather was warmer so I was able to sit inside at a booth for two. I got the crab dip and steak and eggs, which were both delicious. The only thing was that there were pieces of crab shell in the dip, which made my eating experience less enjoyable. The chips could've also been seasoned a little heavier with old bay. Also, the steak & eggs could've been a little less greasy. My server was cici or Ciara I believe and she was wonderful. read more

The Salt Line - Crab shells - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The atmosphere was great and service was very good but the food was just fine. Considering the price, this probably isn't a place I'd go back to unless I was there for a Nats game. I dunno. read more

The Salt Line - Crispy fish sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Outside Bar. Service was great. Bartenders (Alexia great Ink & Jason) were friendly, smiles every single customer. Fish Sandwich was really tiny but with Fries or Greens It was really good. Decided to order the Waterman's Catch(table behind me had ordered it OMG) Best thing about it, the Cole Slaw. It has a vinegar base. So good. Everything was fried hard hard hard batter peeled off( order not so hard) Comes with Fish(only had small piece fried so dark dark brown) 4 Scallops but there were 3 tiny pieces of deep fried crusty something that we thought tasted like Calamari. Subbed out Oysters for extra Shrimp. A lot of Shrimp, batter peeled right off so that was good for dipping in the Cocktail Sauce. Fries were ok. Order with Fish Sandwich we're so much better. Great price for $$. Good Music. Great view. Lots of laughs throughout bar. Would be good bar for Drinks and try the Baked Pimento Crab Tip...next time. read more