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Ivar's Acres of Clams

Ivar's Acres of Clams

Seafood Restaurant and Bar$$$$
Seattle Central Business District, Seattle
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    The experts at The Seattle Times and AFAR Media recommend this place
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    Tim B.
    "I love the sign to encourage people to feed the needy seagulls."(15 Tips)
    John K.
    "Try the chowder trio sampler, the seafood chowder was our fave."(53 Tips)
    Laurissa
    "Truffle halibut was amazing."(7 Tips)
    Dyane P.
    "And the best happy hour from 3 to close everyday."(27 Tips)
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  • Meg F.
    Meg FarmerJuly 7, 2015
    Huge place, gear outdoor seating on the water. Mussels were really good.
  • Mark S.
    Mark SibincicApril 21, 2013
    Great fish & chips! Service was excellent and prompt enough for us to make it to our boat tour on time.
  • Jenn M.
    Jenn MarcelaisMay 7, 2012
    Try the King Alaskan Salmon With Mustard And Blue Potatoes - Hopefully it's a featured dish often because it's incredibly delicious!
  • Alexandra A.
    Alexandra AbercrombieSeptember 18, 2011
    try feeding the seagulls by holding french fries in your hand. they come right up to you and snatch it away. and then they scream at you til you give them more.
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    VahidDecember 29, 2015
    Book a table next to window and enjoy the view
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    laurent lathieyreAugust 1, 2014
    I like Ivar's though I prefer Eliott's (better service, more upscale). For different occasions.
  • Gabe J.
    Gabe JohnsonDecember 4, 2013
    One of the better happy hours in town. Keep Clam. Read more
  • Steve B.heart icon on user image
    Steve BMay 1, 2017
    All kinds of salmon options.
  • Anh T.
    Anh TranDecember 28, 2010
    Can't decide which chowder to get? Then ask for the traditional white chowder with some smoked salmon chowder to top it off. DELICIOUS!!! All credits goes to our waiter Josh for this genius suggesti
  • Kate E.
    Kate EvansFebruary 13, 2020
    The waiter was fantastic. Tell him where you are from and await a fun story.
  • Christopher B.heart icon on user image
    Christopher BuckleyJanuary 20, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Take advantage of Blue Friday "12th Clam" discounts
  • Jake E.
    Jake EckmannSeptember 22, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Local institution since 1938. Probably not as good as it used to be - but enjoying a hot cup of chowder or fish & chips while admiring the view on a gloomy day is a quintessential Seattle experience.
  • Abe S.heart icon on user image
    Abe SchmidtSeptember 29, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Amazing place to take visitors. Super inexpensive happy hour all night.
  • Chanan W.heart icon on user image
    Chanan WaliaJuly 10, 2018
    Fresh specials were great. Tables with ocean views.
  • Martin R.heart icon on user image
    Martin RisgaardApril 21, 2018
    Anthony’s or Ivar’s? Now you’ve had at least one clam chowder, so which is your favorite?
  • Khaver S.
    Khaver SiddiqiAugust 6, 2014
    Great selection of beer. And the seafood of course is awesome.
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    ᴡ AnnaarsSeptember 16, 2016
    Good food, friendly service. No tips required, since people are paid like they should be!
  • Ridie G.
    Ridie GhezziJanuary 26, 2013
    Chowder was the best I've ever had, seriously. Local beers on draught.
  • Brett G.
    Brett GreeneFebruary 18, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Get a side of chowder ...it makes the meal!
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    allisonSeptember 1, 2014
    Know what you want. Feed your leftover fish and chips to the seagulls.
  • Lori M.
    Lori MikelMay 1, 2014
    Management drop the ball. Weather has been nice the last few days and their whole deck is not open because it is not ready yet!!! They missed a party of 8 tonight. Two hour wait ya right.
  • Saska S.heart icon on user image
    Saska Slniecko113August 19, 2014
    Everything is good! Get enough feed for the seagulls.
  • Bridget
    BridgetDecember 5, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Be brave, try your fresh fish prepared to the chef's preference: medium! It keeps the fish moist and only slightly translucent in the middle.
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    J. I.G.August 31, 2016
    Can't go wrong with the Fish & chips
  • Jake O.
    Jake OrlandoMarch 14, 2012
    Red clam chowder = the best clam chowder I've ever had. Plus, the cashier was a hotty. Highly recommended.
  • David S.heart icon on user image
    David SmithSeptember 5, 2014
    Don't wait for a table, eat at the bar...
  • Dyane P.
    Dyane PlumlyAugust 20, 2013
    Clam chowder!! And the best happy hour from 3 to close everyday.
  • Tacia C.heart icon on user image
    Tacia ColemanAugust 9, 2014
    This is one of those old California places that reminds me of the 60's.
  • Eric V.
    Eric VealMarch 19, 2018
    Monday happy hour $2.50 pints!
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    MaferJuly 21, 2023
    Softnesses deliciousness the crab
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    IrinaAugust 15, 2014
    Clam chowder and other seafood go-to spot. A bit cliché? Yes. Doesn't make it taste any worse.
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    coconut treesSeptember 25, 2013
    Ok dip your fries in your clam chowder! Its an experience
  • Bob L.heart icon on user image
    Bob LeeAugust 13, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Go for happy hour if you need to wait awhile for the ferry!
  • John K.heart icon on user image
    John KalishOctober 28, 2016
    The trio was amazing!
  • Michelle V.
    Michelle ValentinApril 18, 2012
    The seagulls are so fun to feed, but remember to look behind you for the sneak attack!
  • SisterBecky
    SisterBeckyJuly 15, 2010
    The salmon special with cucumber salad and roasted yukon gold potatoes was outstanding. The fish was perfect done.
  • Jason B.
    Jason BaileyMarch 26, 2013
    The clam chowder (white) is arguably the best in the UNIVERSE.
  • Carla J.
    Carla JeanJune 10, 2012
    Ivar's Acres If Clams!! They Are SO CUTE =D Absolutely Amazing Seafood!!
  • Alvin Hadyanto S.
    Alvin Hadyanto SieJuly 20, 2013
    The halibut chips and the chowder taste really good
  • Johnny J.heart icon on user image
    Johnny JohnsonFebruary 26, 2016
    Nice view and good food, drinks not so strong though.
  • Boae C.heart icon on user image
    Boae ChunAugust 13, 2019
    The best ever seafood restaurant!
  • Kevin C.
    Kevin CarterNovember 25, 2013
    the lounge has half-off happy hour 3-close every day
  • Kevin E.
    Kevin ElliottJanuary 5, 2014
    Definitely get the baked oysters Rockefeller!
  • Zara C.
    Zara CApril 18, 2011
    Jim the server in the bar area was absolutely amazing. Great customer service seems hard to find these days.
  • Liza M.
    Liza MaldonadoMay 15, 2014
    Fish and chips are fantastic here!
  • Michael C.heart icon on user image
    Michael ClarkOctober 12, 2014
    Local classic with great seafood
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    JaredAugust 9, 2012
    Fantastic chowder and fish and great area to eat it
  • Kelly D.
    Kelly DawsonDecember 23, 2013
    Seefood stew is awesome!
  • Adrian P.
    Adrian PangJanuary 24, 2010
    Come after 3pm in time for Happy Hour and try almost everything on their menu! Especially their white clam chowder and their oyster shooters!
  • Elaina B.
    Elaina BuzzellJanuary 6, 2012
    The happy hour is ridiculous! Great place for a good quality, cheap meal.
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