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    Westward

    3.5 (907 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Khoa N.

    We wanted to visit a new place for the first time that we haven't tried to celebrate a special occasion and wasn't sure what to expect given the mixed reviews we'd seen on Yelp, but figured we'd give it a try. We chose to sit outside to enjoy the beautiful sunny day and the scenery of South Lake Union and the space needle. Our waiter and hostess were incredibly warm, attentive, and welcoming throughout the entire visit, made us feel welcomed. The ambiance was lovely and the music was nice. And most importantly, the food was actually pretty good, full of great flavors yet surprisingly light, and nothing over powering. When the chicken came out a bit late, the staff apologized and comped a dessert and coffee for us which was really nice of them, it's such a thoughtful touch. They also brought out a candle and a personalized sign for our occasion, which made the moment feel personable and memorable. Overall, the ambiance, service, and food all came together beautifully. It was a memorable first visit and we'll absolutely be back for sure, forgot how nice PNW was on a beautiful sunny day. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a wonderful dining experience in a stunning setting overlooking South Lake Union, and if you're a pet lover like us, this place was pet friendly as we saw other guests bring their dogs for the outdoor seating. Fyi as a heads up, it's a bit pricey with an automatic 22% service charge applied (excludes gratuity). Thanks for the nice experience, you guys did a great job!

    No one was here....
    Molly B.

    Our experience here was awful, start to finish. We docked our boat and were able to find spots, so we headed in. The host did not want to seat us and tried to put us on a waitlist, even though the restaurant was practically empty. I counted maybe 5 parties max. When we told her we couldn't wait, she seated us without issue, which made the whole thing even more confusing. The service was terrible. It took forever to get drinks, and they were just okay. Most of the staff was hanging out at the bar for some reason, and one of them had an attitude when I simply asked where the bathroom was. Just truly so bad and hurtful. I usually give restaurants the benefit of the doubt, but this was not acceptable. We got the radish salad, and my husband got the oysters. He said they were amazing, and honestly that was the only highlight of our time there. Then the bill came and was completely wrong. Not one or two small errors, majorly wrong. We left feeling disrespected and disappointed, and we won't be making that mistake again. I truly hope things improve, because they have a lovely space.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    Cardin N.

    Great food and amazing view. We came at the perfect time to sit outside for the beautiful sunset and it wasn't hot anymore. The service was absolutely 5 stars since our waitress had great vibes and recommendations. Atmosphere, service and food are all 5 stars!

    Clam
    Joanne H.

    We made a reservation on OpenTable, there is minimalistic seating inside, bartop and in their covered patio (with waterside views). We placed our order relatively quickly & the interior vibes/bathroom were nice. Fair warning: There is a 22% gratuity tip added on to bills automatically. The menu was limited with small and large plates, it seems their main food is the raw bar, food is family style & comes out as it is cooked. A bit slower kitchen service wise. - Baked Oysters (spicy!) - decent flavor - meat was not too dry - Potatoes (we liked this the most) - Seared Halibut (salty, but the dill sauce was good) - Manila Clams I think the main entrees were decent but nothing to write home about, our fave was the potatoes. Stars for the great service but the flavor of the food was not really up our alley, a bit too heavy handed on salt and flavors-- option if they had salt in side for the potatoes. The seared halibut was good but the sauce was overpowering the natural taste of the fish.

    Kaysha R.

    Westward is a beautiful upscale spot right on the water -- perfect for soaking in those Seattle views. Both times I've been here I've sat at the bar and found the bartender super friendly and helpful. The oysters are incredibly fresh, the wine list is thoughtful and local, and every dish feels elevated without being pretentious. It's the kind of place where you can linger over a long meal and just enjoy the view- right over the lake! It's my go to first stop in the neighborhood and always excited to see their salad option, my favorite so far as been a decadent burrata. A must-visit for anyone who loves great seafood, good wine, and that classic Pacific Northwest vibe.

    Aaron G.

    Guys, definitely a deck to find during beautiful Seattle weather! Steady stream of respectful SUP'ers dropping in right between Westward and Gasworks Brewing - lots of action to watch on the water. Lots of drop-in business but it looks like they take reservations as well. Waitstaff is AWESOME - everyone checking in you even if not your assigned server. The crab roll is a definite bell-ringer - very fresh and flavorful. I had the braised pork birria, which is a fun and light homage to chilaquiles. Also got recommendation on a selection from an extremely thorough oyster list and she brought me some bay water indigos which ate very clean and bright - I would highly recommend. View from three rows in on the deck under a bright umbrella of...umbrellas! Note: this is a Service Fee restaurant, and when I asked I heard that approximately 50% ends up with the staff. But sounds like they also get some pay-out during winter months when most a laid off until the weather turns. I chose to give a bit more (which goes 100% to staff) as a thanks for the attentiveness today. Also head's up - only like 5 parking spots on property - but a ton of back-in angle parking on the frontage road, Northlake Way.

    Chris E.

    Been coming here for years now given how close it is to our office. Great for drinks and perhaps a large volume of small dishes (even their "large" plates are tiny). High quality, but if you're hungry, you'll probably need to do a few rounds. Views and vibe are top notch, and service is excellent.

    Oysters & dill dip w/chips
    Nick M.

    Sub-par experience accompanied with a great ambience and view. The food was okay, with the dill dip being a favorite of ours. The problem I have is with the pricing of the items. I generally do not have an issue as Seattle is an expensive city to dine however, the quality of food does not justify the price points of each respective item. Additionally, there is a 22% service charge added which does not include the tip amount. Overall, the food was average and pricing is quite absurd, but the view is certainly beautiful!

    baywatee sweet, cliff point, and baywater indigo (half dozen)
    Celina T.

    I love this restaurant, beautiful exterior and interior. Sunny weathers in Seattle always takes me back to this restaurant to have dinner by the water. They source the freshest seafood in town and I love all the rotating dishes they have on their menu. My favorite so far has been the seared halibut (cooked to perfection and the top is crispy - yum!). Service is phenomenal like always. Our server checks in from time to time to make sure we have wine in our glasses and I'm glad she knows her oysters! I told her I prefer the sweeter side of things, and she recommended a few that I absolutely loved.

    Salmon.   Too salty

    Beautiful view but food over priced for what you get. The service wasn't great and they add the 22% tip on your bill. The salmon over toast was too salty. We got the dozen oysters and the menu did not list the price. Once the bill came, the oysters alone was $120. I am not cheap by any means but that was over the top. We will not be going back anytime soon.

    Clams!!!
    Jennifer K.

    Lovely view rain or shine. Parking could be a challenge during peak time and non happy hour menus can be quite pricy BUT the happy hour deals are great here and the service is top notch. I am not an oyster eater but my friends confirmed the oysters were good~ i liked their NA cocktail options as well because they actually resemble the taste and complexity of an actual cocktail. The potatoes, salads, dips and clams are all super delicious! I love the oyster candle stand that they have so much haha what a cute touch!

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    My wife and I stopped in for an after dinner drink. Great views, wonderful cocktails, and delicious churro donuts.

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    When is the happy hour? What are the happy hour deals/prices please?

    No deals at this place!!!! Tremendously over-priced and terrible menu. Don't consider it.

    Are there options that are dairy free other than raw oysters?

    Is the outdoor patio dog-friendly?

    Joy, I had my dog along and they were really nice about letting me have him sit with me on the patio with him. Of course, I went when they first opened to avoid it being too crowded. We pretty much had the patio all to ourselves for the most part.… 

    Is there parking at Westward?

    Minimal parking in the Westward lot, but you can park along the road running in front of the restaurant. Note that there are people living along there in RVs, etc.

    Do they take walk-ins?

    Yes. But if it's nice weather it might be a long wait. I went at 6pm on a Saturday with one friend...and we were seated immediately. Bigger parties might be more difficult to seat without a reservation.

    What are their Happy Hour hours?

    Drink specials, $2 oysters, small bites specials

    Is the outdoor seating by reservation only?

    No first come first basis

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    The taste of the food here is on average pretty good, but the overall experienced is sabotaged by…read morehigh prices and some poor presentation. The worst offender is the NW black cod. The black cod was not the center of the dish literally or figuratively: it should have been labeled a black cod salad because for 35 dollars it was a giant pile of salad with a tiny sliver of cod served on the side. It is offensive to call this a main course with how the dish is plated and portioned. The rest of the menu suffers from similar compromises: the lobster rolls are pretty good but very small for 33 dollars. Some of the other menu items were a lot better in presentation and value. The mushroom risotto and the cheeseburger were some of the better items on the menu. The oysters were also very good. There's some bright spots here but the overall experience is very compromised by some landmines on the menu. I would come here specifically to sample a few oysters and for the cheeseburger but not for any other items if you are expecting an actual meal. You can easily drop 80+ dollars and leave feeling like something was missing.

    Went here for happy hour with a friend this week. Definitely won't be coming back anytime soon. I…read morehate to say that but it's the truth. We came mostly for happy hour but there wasn't much that intrigued us on the menu. We did split half a dozen oysters that were served with the most boring and basic mignonette and no lemon. The texture on the oysters was off enough to the point we hoped we wouldn't get sick later. The side salad on the happy hour menu we did enjoy, along with the burger. I'd come back for the burger and salad and that's it. The server left much to be desired and really impacted our experience. I know it's hard for restaurants to survive in Seattle with how expensive everything is. It's also expensive for people to go out to eat in this city. Definitely would prefer to spend my time and money elsewhere.

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