Ivar's Acres of Clams
Seattle Waterfront, Seattle
Restaurant in Seattle, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Book Ivar's Acres of Clams when the priority is easy Seattle waterfront seafood, especially for visitors or mixed-preference groups. It is a practical choice for a casual meal near the piers, but diners looking for a more focused oyster-bar experience should also compare Elliott's Oyster House and All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar.
About Ivar's Acres of Clams
Ivar's Acres of Clams is a Seattle venue with daily hours of 11 AM–8 PM and a casual dress code. For planning, treat it as a straightforward Seattle dining option and check current details directly before you go.
Use the practical information for planning: it is open the same hours Monday through Sunday, casual attire is appropriate. If you are deciding among Seattle options, compare the fit against the timing, tone, location needs of your group, especially if you need a particular menu format or dining style.
Use it for a casual Seattle meal
Consider Ivar's Acres of Clams for a casual Seattle meal with daily 11 AM–8 PM hours and casual dress. If you need a more specific dining experience, compare it with Elliott's Oyster House or All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar and confirm menus, reservations, current service details directly with the venue before committing.
Solo dining may be practical if the hours and casual dress code fit your plans. If bar seating, counter service, or a particular solo-dining format matters, check with the venue before going. For a different Seattle option, The Bookstore Bar & Café may also be worth comparing.
Group fit is the reason to choose it
For groups, the useful planning information is that the venue keeps daily 11 AM–8 PM hours and has a casual dress code. This can make planning simpler, but confirm private dining, large-party capacity, seating layout, menu breadth, price directly if they matter to the occasion.
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Planning details
- Location
- 1001 Alaskan Wy Ste. 102, Seattle, WA 98104
- Website
- ivars.com/acres
- Phone
- +1 206 624 6852
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ivar's Acres of Clams feels like a working waterfront institution: the salt air, pier pilings and direct relationship to Puget Sound are the defining features. The restaurant occupies Pier 54, and the writing emphasizes proximity to harvest as more than marketing — it shapes the place’s personality. Longstanding ties to local fisheries and a menu built around Manila clams, Dungeness and oysters give the spot an authentic, time-tested character. The result is relaxed, maritime and rooted in regional seafood culture rather than trend-driven culinary posturing.
Best For
This is a go-to on the Seattle waterfront for families and casual groups who want seafood with a view. The location on Pier 54 makes it ideal for visitors and locals who plan meals around the bay — from an easy lunch of fish and chips to a dinner centered on steamed shellfish. Because the menu leans on Puget Sound’s shellfish economy, it also suits celebrations where sharing fresh Dungeness crab or a bowl of clam chowder feels suitably communal and distinctly Northwest.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the shellfish: the menu is articulated around Puget Sound bounty, so start with what’s local and simple. Signature options like clam chowder, fish and chips and Dungeness crab are reliable choices that showcase the restaurant’s strengths. Order steamed shellfish or a selection of local oysters when available, and plan to share — the waterfront setting and communal seafood plates play well together. If you want the full sense of place, pick dishes that specifically name regional shellfish varieties mentioned in the menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Charming waterfront setting with views of the bay, blending quirky Seattle history and nautical charm.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Clam Chowder
- Fish and Chips
- Dungeness Crab
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Bookstore Bar & Café, Notable alternative
- All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar, Notable alternative
- Elliott's Oyster House, Notable alternative
- Café Hitchcock, Notable alternative
- Mint Progressive Indian, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares for Seattle seafood and downtown dining
Elliott's Oyster House is the more direct cross-shop if oysters are the main reason for the meal; choose Ivar's Acres of Clams when the group wants an easier, broader waterfront seafood stop. All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar is the better comparison for diners who want a hotel-adjacent seafood-and-oyster mood, while Ivar's is more useful for a casual visitor itinerary along the piers.
The Bookstore Bar & Café makes more sense for drinks, a quieter downtown meal, or a less overtly waterfront experience. Café Hitchcock is the cross-shop for a smaller, more café-like meal; pick it when seafood is not required and the group wants something less tourist-facing.
Mint Progressive Indian is not a seafood substitute, but it is the better choice for diners who want a more contemporary, cuisine-specific dinner. For value and booking ease, Ivar's is the practical call; for a meal with a sharper culinary point of view, cross-shop Mint before deciding.
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Compare Ivar's Acres of Clams
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Ivar's Acres of Clams | Seattle | No published awards |
| The Bookstore Bar & Café | Seattle | No published awards |
| All Water Seafood & Oyster Bar | Seattle | No published awards |
| Elliott's Oyster House | Seattle | No published awards |
| Café Hitchcock | Seattle | No published awards |
| Mint Progressive Indian | Seattle | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ivar's Acres of Clams good for solo dining?
It may work for solo dining if you want a casual Seattle meal during its daily 11 AM–8 PM hours. If bar seating, counter service, or a specific solo-dining setup matters, confirm current service details directly.
What time is best at Ivar's Acres of Clams?
The hours are 11 AM–8 PM every day. Choose based on the timing that fits your plans and confirm current offerings directly with the venue.
What is Ivar's Acres of Clams known for?
For practical planning, note that Ivar's Acres of Clams is in Seattle, is open daily from 11 AM to 8 PM, has a casual dress code. Check current menus, prices, awards, service details with the venue if those matter.
