Really fantastic! Caveat, I came here for an all expenses paid dinner so the service was top notch and the general manager was hanging around letting us ask him questions as guests for the night. We started with the oysters, ridiculously delicious. I'm a fan of the brine-y oyster so these were right up my alley. The oysters were paired with the chips and dip. I think those were easily my favorite dish the entire night! The dip has tuna in it (tonnato) and the chips have a celery salt that they make in house that just makes the chips salty and delicious to have throughout the meal. We then had the Manila clams with grilled bread from Columbia city bakery. To die for! My favorite part of the clams was the black garlic sauce that gives the clams such a great flavor. The clams were served with the lettuce and herbs salad. Mr. manager claimed it was the best but I thought it was good. Really fresh cheese, though. The savory was finished off with the lamb shoulder - literally falls to pieces and the tzatziki is oh my god! Wasn't the biggest fan of the roti flatbread, which was the only downside. We also had the gigantes beans. Oh man, it was crunchy but perfectly mushy at the same time, like a perfect mac and cheese. Fantastic! Sweets for the night was the sorbet and strawberry shortcake. Shortcake was incredible and the sorbet tasted like someone had mashed up only the sweetest and tastiest strawberries by hand. Wine! Loved The Vincent red blend and the Rosa Regale sparkling red. The Paloma cocktail was fruity and tangy but with a salty and tequila punch. Not my personal taste of cocktail, but if you like tequila and salt and summer, this cocktail is for you. Overall, fantastic dinner with delicious food and drink. Definitely some great standout dishes (the chips! the clams! the sorbet!). If you're lucky to snag an outdoor view, get ready to enjoy yourself for the night. read more

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"You have 2 hours to be accommodated..." nice welcome from the buss staff, food sub par and staff overwhelmed.

Food amazing, views amazing and our server Alex...phenomenal!! You HAVE TO COME HERE! read more

Westward - Great seating and a great food!! - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The fire pit is quite cozy in the winter, with a beautiful view of Seattle straight from the shores of Lake Union! The staff is awesome, food is great (try the root vegetable soup...without the oysters if you are a veggie!!!) and the atmosphere will make you not want to leave. Come and join me here, it seems to be my new fave hangout :) read more

Westward - Spot prawns, $3 - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Your views are impressive, Westward, but much is left to be desired otherwise. I dined here on the suggestion of a friend. I was immediately blown away by the view and outdoor seating area with fire pits. Had it not started to disastrously pour rather suddenly, my compatriots and I would have chosen to sit outside. We were seated at a communal table, and I had to resist the urge to leave post haste once I saw that a) the menu was primarily seafood, b) there was only 1 dinner entree I could eat, and c) said dinner entree (roasted chicken) was $26!!!! But, I didn't want to be the jerk that demands to leave because of price, so I went with the chicken and figured I would fill up on appetizers of pickles and bread. Pickles are actually pickled fruits and vegetables, which was interesting but not really $7 worth of food. Bread was standard issue. My chicken was a let down. An overcooked drumstick and breast with just a few huckleberries and mushrooms left me hungry and dissatisfied. No sides whatsoever. One friend got trout, which seemed tasty but full of bones. Another friend had mussels and seemed happy with it. But again, no sides, and each dish was upwards of $20. The servers are something else. They are just standing there WAITING for you to put your fork down so they can clear your table. I appreciate great service, but this made me anxious and was a bit over the top. I felt like I was sitting amongst a flock of hungry seagulls. The ambience was nice but clearly hipster and catering to tourists. If you're a seafood aficionado and are okay with spending an astronomical amount on dinner, this is your place. Otherwise, save your $ and just get drinks on the patio and enjoy the scenery. read more

So I know this is a seafood place, but you guys, I had the best braised lamb of MY LIFE at Westward. They tell you it's big enough to share, but I'm not gonna lie, I was pretty disappointed when I tasted it and realized I only got to eat half. I was a bit nervous about appearing like a glutton, otherwise I might've considered ordering a second whole order for myself. Also, definitely get a few oysters. So so good, and all local. Obviously. read more

Westward - Oysters - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Very mediocre food and very very overpriced, and the service was marginal!! Overall a very disappointing evening!!! Will never go back.

What a perfect day! Thank you, Robin and Paul!!! Our friends picked us up in Kirkland. We boated over and found an open slip on the dock. We were seated on the patio and well attended. We ate family style so everyone could try everything. The standouts were chips and tonato, the trout finished with a rhubarb sauce and pistachios and the fresh berry and chocolate semi-freddos. Don't settle for an indoor seat on a hot day because the Woodfire oven makes it unbearably hot inside. We relished our dinner with an amazing view of Lake Union and the sun setting on downtown Seattle's skyscrapers. read more

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Gorgeous and delicious! It's a great place to introduce out of town guests to the best Seattle has to offer. The view is to die for! If you like wine and sunsets, that is. read more

Service was horrible. We waited over 20 mins to receive water. Very very very limited menu. I understand that we are in the middle of a pandemic, but our waitress treated us like we had the plague. She literally stretched her arms from 4' away to slide our dishes onto the table. It was embarrassing. If she treats her customers that way, she should collect unemployment and stay home. Location is great, but I won't be going back. read more

The view of the outside patio was gorgeous but it had no shade (and seats) so my friend and I sat inside at the bar. At the bar where they were shucking oysters, one of the servers accidentally dropped two pickles from the pickle jar order. He threw away one pickle into the trash and the other pickle back into the jar (why not throw away both?). Clam dip was yummy but had no visible signs of clam. There was not enough substance of food, so we ordered an additional plate of bread. Everything was overly sour. We drank a bottle of white wine. That made it better. read more

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I always wanted to try this place and finally today was the day! 1. Reservation required: We visited there for Saturday dinner and I overheard people didn't make reservation have to wait around an hour. Outside bar area was pretty full around 7pm so don't forget to make a reservation when you are plan to visit here 2. ambient I was amazed about bright and fun atmosphere of this place. They must make great effort for interior. Usage of dish, utensil, napkin, ceiling deco, bar area.. everything was harmonious. Big plus if you are looking for unique and refreshing ambient. If you are sitting inside, it will be really loud and you have to speak loud to talk to your friends. 3. Food We had oyster, Clam dish and sweet shrimp salad. Not much character for food here. Pure ingredients, simple way of preparing. The big downside for me was 'food portion' Oyster was Ok since it counts per piece, but the Sweet shrimp salad we ordered was tiny. Thank got we weren't that hungry and our intention was more for drink wine and have some finger food. If I were super hungry here, I might end up order a lot and spent a lot here :P I looked at different table and noticed some of pasta and calamari plate were tiny portion as well.. 4. Service Our server was very prompt serving us, polite and nice and food speed was just right. I was happy about service in general. Sum up: I might go back and try brunch one more time sometime during summer time. Or just have oyster and beer sometime sitting at the bar. Worth to visit during summer time when you are craving oyster and drink in great ambient of this restaurant, but not recommend to come here for full dinner since portion is really tiny. read more

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OMG those beans though... I should say upfront that I don't necessarily feel that I tried enough of a variety of items here to have the four stars I rated it represent the restaurant's overall quality. This is more of a four-stars-for-the-specific-meal-I-had-there-once type of rating/review. Someone brought me here in July 2017 while I was visiting him from Texas. We went for brunch and sat at the bar. I would say that the space was attractive with a nice view and the service was good. We ordered cocktails (that I have since forgotten), wood oven baked gigante beans with tomato, feta, breadcrumbs and marjoram, marble potatoes from the fire, and roasted mushroom and polenta with an egg. I also had a single oyster. Everything was well prepared and quite delicious, but oh my goodness, those beans. I still fantasize about those beans. I think it was a combination of the flavor the fire added with the lesser-used herb, marjoram, and the texture of the breadcrumbs. I have tried to recreate this dish at home since I ate it but have failed. If you order nothing else, get those beans. read more

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Great setting and nice set up with fireplaces and such however, we waited 20 minutes to get water served. 30 minutes to get our drinks. The service was pretty slow. Once we sat down and took them masks off our waitress acted like we had the plague and stood at least 10 feet away when talking to us and when she delivered food and drinks reach her arm out as far as she could so she wouldn't have to go anywhere near us. She was wearing a mask so what is she worried about. If she's that worried maybe she shouldn't be working. read more

Excellent food. In particular the octopus ceviche was out of this world. The small seafood tower was exquisite and perfectly paired with a bottle of sparkling rosé. Chickpea fritters with mascarpone cheese made it a perfect meal for two. Excellent and friendly service. Walked in without a reservation at 6 pm and we were seated (luckily) immediately. Overcast day but still a beautiful view right on lake Union. Will definitely be back. read more

Beautiful location. Hated, HATED our service. I always tell our waitperson when it is our first time visiting, and ask for any tips with ordering or recommendations. She told me she would give us a few minutes to look at the menu. Not interested in helping whatsoever. Not even interested in being attentive to our needs, took WAY too long to come back and check on us between drinks-apps-main-wrapup. When I commented that I wasn't sure what the difference would be with the different oysters, I EXPECTED her to chat about the different ones and fill us in on the flavor profile. NOPE. She just told us to get a variety. Thanks. The menu was meh. I am giving 3 stars instead of 2 because what we had was really good (oysters and some small plates) but there wasn't a whole lot to choose from. I'd say this is a great place to meet up for drinks and apps but for a full dining experience, go somewhere else. read more

Great view. Staff are sweet. Clientele are snooty and douchey. Food is ok, but really overpriced. I had egg salad toast and it was just ok, but very small portion for the price. The spicy clam dip was disgusting. The oysters were great, but ask for the price. IF I went back, I'd just have some oysters and drinks. read more

I truly don't try to write bad reviews ever because I used to work in the food industry for 4 years. I just am surprised because our waitress refilled our water once... we had spicy food too. Also, she snapped at multiple tables near us and the people near us were complaining about her to us and we didn't even know them. When asking about prices of something she replied very snappy and was so short and ran away. She gave us the impression that the bread and olive were complimentary but charged us. After we ate, she proceeded to rush us out of the restaurant by simultaneously coming up to our table and present an annoyed body language. we felt uncomfortable, so we left before we wanted to. This experience was supposed to be enjoyable with my friends, but it turned out to be an anxiety-driven dining experience. read more

One of our favorite spots we dined at while we were on our trip from California. The food and drink were excellent. We had the halibut(the portion was small, but it was cooked perfectly), the pork chop, and oysters. Throw a stunning view on top of all that and it's a recipe for success. The waitress was attentive and made great suggestions. Definitely a little pricey, but we enjoyed ourselves. Tip: If eating late, bring a little extra something to stay warm. They have blankets, but they were all being used for most of our dinner. Not a deal breaker, just idea if your going to be eating outside. read more

The view from Westward is gorgeous. For those of us not lucky enough to get a seat by the fireplace or a table on the patio, the interior is spacious and has a lot of (nautically themed) character. Food overall was executed well. We loved the smoked manila clam dip, braised lamb shoulder (extremely tender and complemented well by the tzatziki, but salad had an overwhelming amount of mint), and potatoes. The gateau basque was a surprisingly good dessert, especially since the crust tasted like Momofuku Milk Bar's crack pie. We didn't enjoy the radishes (though I'm not sure what we expected for a dish called "plate of radishes") and fried squid (squid was cooked and seasoned well but needed a sauce as the potatoes were incredibly dry). We sat and ate at a very leisurely pace as the food took a while to come out and our server didn't check up on us very often. I was surprised that our table for a 6:45 reservation was ready at 6:15, though I expect Westward will get much busier with the recent Bon Appetit publicity. read more

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Very savory brunch place! If the sun is out, i'd recommend sitting out on the dock; however, it did get a little too warm for me so i ended up moving inside. We ordered the pancakes - not your traditional pancakes. Much fluffier and comes with a jam of sorts. i recommend this! esp with a nice cup of coffee! mushroom risotto - creamy, heavy but delicious. Definitely something to share Chicken hash - not your typical hash. chicken just falls off the bone. pretty amazing - heavy though sausages - meh service - quck and friendly! read more

Westward - Mushroom risotto - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Water front with Adirondack chairs and fire pit.... breathe in the fresh air. I brought my parents for Brunch and my father immediately recognized the Hulk Hogan versus Andre the giant figurines in a wrestling ring display behind the bar. Its a nice low brow touch in what could be confused for the sport boat yacht owner and wanna be only type of place..when folks like me who earn a living with their hands fit right in. My wife and I love this place; great food & great atmosphere. The oysters on the 1/2 shell are how you want them; fresh and cold. The other food choices are unique and delicious like the lamb burger. The cold cut and cheese platters above average. Good selection of affordable wines. Although expect to pay alot more than you would at Ivar's up the street. $1 oysters happy hour M-F 2:30-5pm Parking on Northlake Way. read more

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The lamb shoulder is absolutely delicious and big enough for two normal appetites when paired with an appetizer. It is served as basically a deconstructed gyro which you can reconstruct on your own. As for appetizer, I personally think the clam dip is way overrated (hard to tell it is clam dip and the chips are just chips, not even warm) and will try something else next time around. We came in late Friday night without a reservation and was able to sit at the bar by the window. Service was very good. read more

I am a Westward patron since they first opened in 2013, as I live just a few blocks up the hill from their location. I was wowed at first...then overwhelmed with long waits when the NYT favorably reviewed it. I've watched it steadily decline over past couple years and had hoped new part-owner Renee Erickson would help turn it around to its original grandeur. Alas not. The menu was moderately interesting, but the quality and preparation were average at best. It's also become very over-priced (half roast chicken $30, small plate lettuce salad $14, cheapest rose bottle $60). Service was mixed. Worst, it's become a magnet for the bridge-and-tunnel crowd and the original Westward vibe is long gone. While I would still recommend the outdoor view ambience for a beverage on their Adirondack chairs, save your money and enjoy a better meal at the many nearby restaurants like Cantinetta, Joule or Whale Wins. read more

We can't say enough good things about Westward. We've been here a half a dozen times or more and every time we leave with full bellies and goofy grins from the ridiculously good food. We started off with Aperol spritz and a gorgeous platter of delicate oysters. One of everything they had in the house. Always a treat! On to all the wee yummy plates... Chips and dip: tonnato, house made chips, and capers topped with dill. So light and tasty! (But I would have added a few more capers, they seemed a bit thin, and the chips a bit over done to the point of burnt.) But the tonnato was outstanding! Which was the star of this dish. Salmon gravlax: three kinds of asparagus, salmon, egg yolk. Tasty, seasonally perfect and so fresh! Lettuces & herbs: toasted pistachios, Black Sheep Creamery chèvre. An enormous side salad with a perfect vinaigrette! Get enough for the whole table! We also ordered sides of the fried brussel sprouts and roasted potatoes. We love these sides since they're done in the fire, and get a gorgeous smoke flavor. They're some of our favorite dishes! We also got the ceviche and the grilled octopus. Also delectable. Not to be missed! You won't leave disappointed! read more

Westward - Chips and dip. Tonnato, house made chips, and capers. - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I had dinner last night with my grandparents and sister at Westward. They do not take reservations night of so we took our chances and showed up. We boated to the restaurant as it is waterfront in Lake Union - north side. There was an hour water for a table so we sat at the bar in front of chefs making food. After about 10 mins we luckily got an indoor table because of a cancellation. The food was fantastic! We had 2 dozen assorted oysters which were top notch. I had the octopus salad which was delicious. The salmon was also wonderful. I had a bite of my grandfathers chicken which was AMAZING. We had the pickled veggies to snack on and the assorted cheeses for dessert. All GREAT. It is on the pricey end but well worth it. Very fresh and awesome location! Check it out. read more

Westward - Oysters - raw - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Ok. First.. asking for a moderated menu for a ten year old- couldn't happen. Ok.. but a 4 dollar charge for a small bit of cocktail sauce for oysters? Then the salmon had bones and was very dry. Of course the view was gorgeous and the service was fine. read more

Such an adorable place with a great view. We sat by the giant garage door next to the water and it was perfect. Had the avocado toast and my millennial heart was in heaven. read more

the view from this place is fabulous. Patio seating with heat lamps and blankets were available outside, but we chose to sit at the counter in the main restaurant instead since it was cold outside. Food-wise, we ordered off the midday menu (not to be confused for happy hour): the fried pacific oyster roll, oven roasted manila clams, and the gnocchetti sardi alla bolognese. All in all, food was decent, but definitely not worth the price. read more

A wonderful place we do not get to often enough. The staff is always smiling, the ambiance is comfortable and aesthetic, the food delicious and wonderfully prepared. Our server, Jody, was wonderful. Despite our allergies and food preferences, she guided us through the menu and worked with the kitchen to make sure our food was exactly how we like it. This is well above and beyond what is ever expected. The cost was reasonable and the service impeccable. We felt like celebrities and we are sure they treat everyone this way. We have been here before and we look forward to returning. Thank you Jody. read more

This restaurant is quintessential Seattle. Delicious, fresh, local ingredients with very attentive, friendly service and beautiful but not overdone decor. My boyfriend and I went for a date night out on a Monday evening, our last night on a quick trip to visit the PNW. The food was amazing. We started with a half dozen oysters that tasted just like the sea; no fishiness or grit to be had. Then we moved on to the house potato chips with Manila clam dip; radishes; and whole trout with a green salad. Everything was delicious and fresh but the trout was the star of the show. It was dressed with capers, tomatoes, and spices, and the server filleted it table-side for us. We ended with their house made tarte tatin ice cream that literally tasted like Grandma's Apple Pie. SO delicious. We couldn't have asked for a nicer meal on the water. The view from the docks, the fire pits and the Adirondack chairs to sit with a cocktail or some coffee don't hurt either. read more

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Beautiful spot to be outside and drink. Unfortunately, the Palomas were not well balanced - too much lime juice, not enough grapefruit soda and very little to no tequila. Disappointing for a $12 drink. read more

So I have been to Westward a few times. The food is great. Fresh oysters. Great cocktails. They have a great location too right along the water and even a fire pit. They are great for brunch, lunch, Happy Hour and dinner. I would definitely go. Why did I give it 3 stars you ask, cause the most recent time I went in with some friends, our server was having a bad day. How did i know he was having a bad day? He wasn't very attentive. When he was, he had nothing but attitude and didn't want to explain any of the specials or what order the oysters were that we ordered. He was terrible. We started out there for happy hour and we're going to stay for dinner. There were 8 of us. After Happy Hour, we got the check and walked to another restaurant and had the best time with great food and service. I will suggest this place to friends. I'll tell them to watch out for the tall cranky server with a brunette manbun. read more

I had high hopes for this restaurant after all the buzz I've heard... I went there with a group and we ordered at least half the items on their menu. The highlights were their grilled octopus and the wild boar bolognase. If those had been the only 2 items I tried tonight I would have rated them at a 5. Unfortunately, I tried many other mediocre under-seasoned dishes. Their chicken liver mousse was a great first and so were the pickles. The chicken while perfectly cooked was unremarkable. The lamb shoulder while again nicely cooked, an overall flat dish. Just a little salt and olive oil, would have greatly improved this dish. The flat bread and herb salad were nice, but not enough to complete this dish and at $42 I would stay away. The sardine bruscetta was pretty good they put a nice char on the sardines that gave it some great flavor, but just a little more seasoning would have helped. They were kind of dry. I would have loved a little more of the Fava bean puree and some more pickled onions and I think it would have greatly improved this dish The Gigante beans were recommended by our server and they sounded just like something I would like, but again just a one dimensional dish. I love beans but these were just okay. Fried Chickpeas were pretty good, but something more suited to sitting at the bar and not necessarily something I would order as a starter. The radishes were good, and the goat butter was unique, but again I felt like it was missing something. I completely understand the concept of simplicity, radishes were goat butter was good, but was it a complete dish? If someone recommended that we go there again, I would go back only if I couldn't change their mind about going somewhere else. read more

Westward - Hama Hama Oysters - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

There is nothing better than sitting by a fire outside, watching the sunset Great happy hour! read more

What a special spot. Oysters!!! Drinks!!! Tasty and interesting menu! Loved the chips and dip! Loved the octopus salad! Loved the crudités! Great guitarist / singer. The crowd is a well blended mix of young and old. Right next to a city Beach park. Public dock to tie your boat up to. Long line to get in.. so plan your visit. Service was ok as they were a bit pushy to turn the table despite the 3 of us spending over $200. View is excellent. Not really a place for kids. Communal seating! read more

Beautiful location, fun Decor, great staff, I can see how this would be a winner in the summer with views of the lake and bonfires... The octopus and the desserts were amazing... I could pass on the crispy shrimp dish though... It's the one pictured read more

Westward - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Can't beat fresh local ingredients with a spectacular view of Lake Union. It has a nautical feel to the place, I loved it. We wanted to sit at the chef's counter to enjoy a show with our dinner. Glad we did. Food: Hama Hama, Olympia and European Oysters to start... delish delish delishhhh! Grilled Halloumi Cheese - I called it a cheese steak, definitely a surprise in the texture. Worth a try. Deviled Eggs - smoked steelhead trout caviar, crème fraîche, breadcrumbs... exquisitely delectable. Pan seared scallops with squid ink risotto - amazeballs. Their menu changes from time to time but if those were offered, don't miss out! Drinks: Xarello Jané Ventura 12 Penedés was recommended to me which complimented well with the oysters. Highly recommend this place! Definitely get seated in the outdoor patio if you get a chance when the weather is warmer. The colorful nautical theme will make you want to sail away... :) read more

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After 5 months of staying at home, we finally made our way to a restaurant and we are so happy we chose Westward for dinner. It was my husband's birthday. We made sure to arrive early and we were the first in line before opening. Prior to entering, they give you antibacterial to disinfect your hands. We sat down and Victoria gave us the rundown - antibacterial before touching the doorknob for the bathroom, wear your mask as much as possible and when servers approach the table, 2 hour max for all dine in customers. She also welcomed the opportunity for us to give any suggestions around their procedures. The dinner, itself, was fantastic. We ordered a total of 10 oysters, two small plates, a large plate, and a few cocktails ($178). Everything we ordered was heavenly and very reminiscent of our time in Tulum - fresh food and bold flavors paired with delicious mezcal. Service was extremely attentive and friendly. I never felt like we were searching for our server. I'd like to recognize Victoria. She greeted us with warmth, we exchanged some words throughout our dinner, and when we left she was somewhere on the patio but made sure to say goodbye and thank you to us from afar. Victoria definitely made us feel welcomed. Thank you, Westward, for a memorable first experience since COVID isolation and a wonderful birthday celebration. read more

Westward - Menu - New American Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Came here for brunch on a Sunday and they were packed. Thankfully we had a reservation so we didn't have to wait. This place is a great place to eat if you are looking for a place with outside seating and view of the lake. Overall, I enjoyed the food. However, for the price range, I feel like the food could have been better. I ordered the Dutch baby pancake , and I was a little disappointed because I was expecting something a bit sweet. However, all I tasted was sour jelly. I also tried the lamb hash, and it is a much better choice than the pancake. read more

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