Elliott's Oyster House
Seattle Waterfront, Seattle
Restaurant in Seattle, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
This Pike Place waterfront oyster bar delivers ten to fifteen daily varieties and straightforward seafood preparation at $50–80 per head, with walk-in seating most weekdays and a seven-day schedule. Recognized on OAD's 2026 North America Casual Recommended list, it offers reliable raw-bar quality and Elliott Bay views without the advance booking or price premium of downtown tasting-menu destinations.
About Elliott's Oyster House
Elliott's Oyster House is a Seattle venue with daily hours and a smart-casual dress code. The restaurant is open 11 AM–9 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11 AM–10 PM Friday and Saturday. Please confirm pricing, menu details, booking policies, seating format, service specifics directly with the restaurant before planning around them.
Planning Details
Elliott's Oyster House is a Seattle dining option whose current offerings and dining structure should be checked through official channels. If you are comparing dining plans, Skillet Diner @ Post Alley and Alibi Room are other Seattle options to consider.
Seattle Location and Schedule
Elliott's Oyster House is located in Seattle. The safest planning approach is to use the hours and confirm location and access details directly before you go. The restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM.
For comparison while planning a Seattle dining itinerary, The Fisherman's Restaurant Seattle, Riccio's Sausage Co., and 1415 1st Ave are additional options. For a broader view of the city, see our full Seattle restaurants guide. Companion guides covering Seattle hotels, bars, wineries, experiences provide additional planning context.
Planning details
- Location
- 1201 Alaskan Wy Ste 100, Seattle, WA 98101
- Website
- elliottsoysterhouse.com
- Phone
- +12066234340
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Elliott's Oyster House sits on Alaskan Way at the edge of Puget Sound and reads like a living document of Seattle's seafood history. The dining room channels the waterfront's commercial past and the restaurant foregrounds local oyster culture; the menu treats oysters as a map of Washington's growing regions. That gives the place an evocative, historic feel—salt air, maritime provenance, and a steady, energetic pulse from tourism and ferry traffic. It feels iconic to the waterfront and proudly rooted in regional shellfish tradition, balancing bracing seaside atmosphere with the focused seriousness of a dedicated oyster program.
Best For
Elliott's is best for diners who make the meal about place as much as food: visitors seeking a waterfront seafood experience anchored to Puget Sound, and locals who want to taste oysters from distinct Washington growing regions. Its location makes it especially popular during summer tourism and around ferry and cruise schedules, so expect busy service during peak travel times. The restaurant suits date nights and special-occasion meals when water views and a regional shellfish showcase matter, and it also works for casual seafood outings organized around predictable demand spikes on the waterfront.
Ordering Tips
Begin with the oyster selection—the menu is organized geographically, so orienting around oysters is the correct entry point into the meal. Taste varieties side by side (for example the briny Kumamotos, the coppery Hama Hama, and the clean Shigokus) to appreciate regional differences. Balance raw oysters with cooked signatures like the Pan Fried Pacific Oysters and Dungeness Crab Cakes, and try the Tequila Lime Mussels for a warm option. Time your visit to avoid ferry and cruise peaks and summer crowds, and order raw oysters early in the meal before moving to richer, cooked plates.
Venue details
Ambiance
Classic seafood house atmosphere with waterfront views of Elliott Bay, lively patio dining, and bustling oyster bar.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Pan Fried Pacific Oysters
- Dungeness Crab Cakes
- Tequila Lime Mussels
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Fisherman's Restaurant Seattle, Notable alternative
- Skillet Diner @ Post Alley, Notable alternative
- Alibi Room, Notable alternative
- 1415 1st Ave, Notable alternative
- Riccio’s Sausage Co., Italian / deli / sausages, Italian / deli / sausages
Restaurant context
Elliott's Oyster House occupies the mid-tier waterfront oyster-bar lane: more polished than Riccio's Sausage Co.'s deli-counter Italian sausages, more raw-bar-focused than Skillet Diner @ Post Alley's comfort-food plates, easier to book than 1415 1st Ave. The Fisherman's Restaurant Seattle offers similar seafood quality with fewer tourist crowds; Elliott's trades some elbow room for prime waterfront location and extended Friday–Saturday hours (until 10 PM versus typical 9 PM closures). If you're timing a visit around Pike Place browsing, Elliott's wins on convenience and walk-in availability. For a drink-forward option with lighter bar snacks, Alibi Room sits nearby but caters to cocktail-first diners rather than shellfish progression.
Price positioning is competitive: expect $50–80 per person for a full oyster-bar experience (six oysters, a crab dish, a glass of wine), roughly on par with The Fisherman's but less than 1415 1st Ave's tasting-menu commitment. Booking difficulty is low, walk-ins work most weekdays, weekend waits rarely exceed 30 minutes, making this the easiest option in the group for spontaneous visits. If oyster variety is your priority and you can accept waterfront foot traffic, Elliott's delivers the broadest daily selection. If you prefer a quieter room and don't mind losing the bay view, The Fisherman's or Riccio's (for a faster Italian deli stop) offer calmer alternatives within the same price tier.
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Compare Elliott's Oyster House
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elliott's Oyster House | Seattle | ; | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended |
| The Fisherman's Restaurant Seattle | Seattle | No published awards | ; |
| Skillet Diner @ Post Alley | Seattle | No published awards | ; |
| Alibi Room | Seattle | No published awards | ; |
| 1415 1st Ave | Seattle | No published awards | ; |
| Riccio’s Sausage Co. | Seattle | Italian / deli / sausages | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Elliott's Oyster House?
Elliott's Oyster House has a smart-casual dress code.
What is Elliott's Oyster House known for?
Elliott's Oyster House is a Seattle venue.
Where is Elliott's Oyster House located?
Elliott's Oyster House is located in Seattle.
