Ivar's Fish Bar - Seafood, Seattle

Pier 54, 1001 Alaskan Way, Seattle CA 98104
(206) 624-6852
Parking: pay street parking (except Sundays and certain evenings)
Hours for Fish Bar: Open until 11pm
Hours for Acres of Clams Restaurant next door: Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm, Fri - Sat 11am - 11pm, Sun 9am - 2pm, 3:30pm - 10pm
http://ivars.com/

Last Visited: June 30 2009

Food: 4 star fried fish
Atmosphere: N/A
Service: 4 stars
Price: $$ to $$$

As I walked along the waterfront on my way to Pike Place Market, I walked past Ivar's fish bar. It was open, but it was way too early in the morning for fish and I had my mind and stomach set on touring Pike Place. Knowing that I would more than likely pass Ivar's on my way back to the rental car, I was not feeling a loss about walking by.

Located along the pier, you'll find Ivar's Fish Bar, a walk by/order counter with a covered seating area right next to Ivar's Acres of Clams, a sit down restaurant. If you're like me and stuffed when you visit, the Fish Bar is the perfect place to go because they'll let you order a la carte.

- Fillet of Cod - The cod was lightly battered and fried crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. Look at how beautifully golden it is. It was delicious. Something is very addictive about their tartar sauce - I could probably dip a whole bunch of stuff in their sauce - fries, fish, scallops, you name it. You just want to keep eating it. $2.39 a piece

As you can see from the menu, you can get salmon, cod, prawns, scallops, chicken and there are many other options. Once you have ordered, you go into the covered seating area containing picnic tables and enjoy your food. Beware of the seagulls - if you are fearful of birds, you may want to try to find another location. They are rather harmless birds, but you do feel like you've entered into the movie The Birds because of the quantity in the seated area hanging out there.

Also note that if your timing is right, you can get a great deal at the restaurant. The Beat the Tide Menu is available weekdays from 3pm to 5:30 p.m and you get a starter, entrée and dessert for only $19.38. 1938 is when they opened. Also enjoy some great views from the restaurant.

I would love to go back and try more of their dishes.