Ivar's Fish Bar

Category: Fish & chips restaurant in Seattle, Washington

Address: 401 NE Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98105, USA

Phone: +12066327223

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–9PM

Monday: 11AM–9PM

Tuesday: 11:30AM–9PM

Wednesday: 11AM–9PM

Thursday: 11AM–9PM

Friday: 11AM–10PM

Saturday: 11AM–10PM

Reviews

Raymond Young

Jul 23, 2022

Best place on Lake Union in Seattle for an outdoor Lunch for about $20. Watch boats sailing from lake Washington to Lake Union as you dine on Fish n Chips. The Smoked Salmon Chowder is especially good. On the day of our visit, we spotted the Seattle Fire Boat "Chief Seattle" passing by. Kenmore Air Float planes can be seen in the distance. They cut a take off path on the Lake to alert boaters of intended take departure. Free guest parking across the street. Property also offers a 100 feet boat dock and free tie up while dining at restuarant. Pick up your order, then access the dining dock by walking around the Salmon House Restaurant entrance and continue about 10 feet past totem poles to the outside ramp leading to dock where there are tables and chairs. Crank up umbrellas offer shade. If you prefer a historic spirit inspiring setting, dine inside Salmon House for Lunch or Dinner. The Bar offers a large Happy Hour Menu which rates a separate review.

Catalina Sanchez

Jun 29, 2022

Ivars is so good! I haven’t been to this location in years! I love their traditional history exhibits. Of Washington State tribes. Such beautiful carvings, photos and, canoes! Right on the water for awesome views. Parking was strange but worth the hassle. Clam chowder is a must! We ordered the chinook surf and Turf everything tasted great! My pics don’t do this place justice please visit if you can. Restaurant is old so we were a little to hot but otherwise awesome place.

Daniel Drapesa

May 3, 2022

My Wife and I traveled all the way from Hawaii to Meet Chef Jason Castillo and experience this Seattle gem right on the waterfront. I couldn't decide what to order so I went with the "Taste of the Northwest", a combination plate with Alder wood grilled Coho salmon, Alaska halibut, seared Alaska Weathervane scallops, citrus beurre blanc, garlic Yukon Gold mashed potatoes & asparagus. My wife went with the Alder wood grilled, King Salmon Alaska snow crab and prawn relish, saffron lemon reduction, beet coulis, Yukon Gold garlic mash & Asparagus. I highly recommend Ivar's Salmon House. The long house design and Native art enhance the ambiance. The view of boats going past is on Lake Union was spectacular, the food even more so, and the drink menu was fun, creative, and full of attention to details, such as those Luxardo cherries!

Christie Vinuya-Brace

Oct 23, 2021

Today my Sister and I came to the Ivar's Fish Bar outside the Salmon House.. As a way to celebrate her life us 2 older Siblings are here to celebrate one of our Mothers Favorite eateries. We enjoyed having her favorite fried oysters and chips together. We also were very happy with the cook as he understood our loss. Although she is not here on earth anymore we will still celebrate her delicious foods together.

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Questions & Answers

Can we pull up in our kayaks, go in the restaurant (or patio), & dine?

Marc Spector (Milo) | Aug 10, 2022
Chris Millar | Aug 11, 2022

Yes! That's a great way to go in there! Northwest classic!

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Does this restaurant have a dock to boat in to?

Danna Shaner | Aug 10, 2022
Robert Rawlings | Aug 11, 2022

Yes

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Is there happy hours on Sunday

Elizebeth Winston | Aug 10, 2022
The Real Derk | Aug 11, 2022

Yes. It's from 3 until they close

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Is this the first Ivars location?

Julie Piazza | Aug 10, 2022
Roberta Maxson | Aug 11, 2022

The story of Ivar's Seafood Restaurants began in 1938 when 33-year old Seattle native Ivar Haglund opened his city's first aquarium on ...

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Is there restroom facility there?

Jennifer Troy | Aug 10, 2022
Nolan Shinn | Aug 11, 2022

There should be a restroom inside the main restraunt that they will let you use

Is there parking?

Matt Bash | Aug 10, 2022
Jeremiah Mahler | Aug 11, 2022

yes, on the side, and it's free

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Do you have a bar happy hour?

Lori Chase | Aug 10, 2022
Khleo Bracey | Aug 11, 2022

No

Is your lake side patio open?

Erna Brown | Aug 10, 2022
Bonnie Sanchez | Aug 11, 2022

You can pick up your meal at Ivar's Salmon House FISH BAR and sit by the water but the restaurant patio service along with inside dining is temporarily closed.

How do I get a hold of someone . I have been calling the number for about an hour now and no answer. I need to speak with a manager

DE3JAY THE SHINOBI | Aug 10, 2022
John Bond | Aug 11, 2022

Go to pier 52 on the waterfront in seattle and speak with them directly

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Do you issue gift cards?

Dick Adams | Aug 10, 2022
Curt Russell | Aug 11, 2022

Yes!

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Did this used to be the Ivar's Sea food bar many years ago?

Duane Clark | Aug 10, 2022
Mark Thaggard | Aug 11, 2022

I believe so.

Is it crowdy on Saturday afternoon in summer time? What is the estimated waiting time to get a meal after order?

Tomasz Zalewski | Aug 10, 2022
Michael Nelson | Aug 11, 2022

It is very popular in the summer, especially if you want to get a window seat overlooking Lake Union. Once seated your order will come quickly. Service is very good.

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Is the salmon wild caught or farm raised?

KING LANCE KAINAI | Aug 10, 2022
Alex Sargeant | Aug 11, 2022

Only the shellfish is farmed. All of the fish is wild caught.

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Do you continue to have an included gratuity in the price of your meals?

Carole Somol | Aug 10, 2022
Daniel Greene | Aug 11, 2022

Gratuity is not included.

Does Ivars have booths to have dinner?

Julie Strain (Jules) | Aug 10, 2022
Michael Nelson | Aug 11, 2022

Yes they do. The best views are from tables along the windows looking out over lake Union

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When is buffet

Alfredo Armienta | Aug 10, 2022
Michelle Deide | Aug 11, 2022

Sam, This was a very difficult decision for us to make after operating our Sunday Brunch for over thirty years. There were several things that factored in to the decision, and it was not taken lightly. We currently offer our buffet on holidays only- Easter, Mother's Day & Father's Day, and look forward to continuing those holiday traditions. Best, Michelle

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Dog friendly on the patio out back?

Laura Graves | Aug 10, 2022
Michelle Deide | Aug 11, 2022

Hi Laura, Unfortunately we are not on our full service barge or west deck. You can though get food from the walk up fish bar and dogs are allowed in their outside seating areas. Best, Michelle Deide

Do you have lots of free parking? Coming for a party

Pat Iboshi | Aug 10, 2022
Michelle Deide | Aug 11, 2022

Yes~ We have a small lot on either end of the building, a large lot across the street, and a third lot to the east of the big one.

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Is there air conditioning?

Alison Bliven | Aug 10, 2022
neisha watson | Aug 11, 2022

Yes

Does the salmon house still have Sunday brunch each weekend?

Christen Kartaltepe | Aug 10, 2022
Deniz B | Aug 11, 2022

Yes. They don't do breakfast buffet anymore.

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Blue Friday today?

Eric Leggett | Aug 10, 2022
James Somerville | Aug 11, 2022

Yes. Wine special today

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