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Ivar's Acres of Clams
Ivar’s Original Acres of Clams has been a Seattle tradition since 1938. The city's colorful waterfront at Pier 54 provides a scenic backdrop for this attractive yet informal restaurant where, as ferryboats glide by the window, you'll dine on Ivar's traditional favorites and other delicious Northwest seafood from our daily fresh sheet. The main menu also features fresh steamed clams, salmon, Dungeness crab salad, halibut, Ivar's famous fish 'n chips, Puget Sound clam chowder and much more.
Best Seafood in Western Washington Winner - 2008
Washington Wine Award of Distinction Winner - 2009
Washington Wine Award Certificate of Recognition - 2012
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Best Seafood in Western Washington Winner - 2008
Washington Wine Award of Distinction Winner - 2009
Washington Wine Award Certificate of Recognition - 2012
156 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 156 reviews
5 stars
(58)
4 stars
(60)
3 stars
(30)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- scenic view(111)
- good for groups(74)
- special occasion(73)
- kid-friendly(54)
- neighborhood gem(36)
- fit for foodies(35)
Ivar's Acres of Clams Reviews List
Review 1 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The wait staff are always friendly and the food is high quality every time; a wonderful dining experience. The Summer Berry Salad is a gem; I wish it was on the menu all year. The clam chowder is consistently the best; no other restaurant comes close."
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place for Mothers' Day Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ivar's Acres of Clams is a Seattle institution. They don't usually have brunch here anymore (Salmon House in the U-District has one every Sunday) but they decided to have one for Mothers Day. The food was delicious, except I will have to say the crab legs were a little salty and not as sweet as usual. But overall the food was good the service was good as well."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 3 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Seattle landmark
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall, our experience was very good. The view and location are hard to beat and Ivar's is a solid staple in Seattle. Evening was off to a rocky start as we were not seated until 20 minutes past our reservation time. Kind of defeats the purpose of a reservation at some point. Our server was excellent and effecient even though the restaurant was very busy. Food was good to very good depending upon the selection. Wine list was solid. Overal, very enjoyable."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view, notable wine list, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"1st timers meet a cousin had not seen in 15 years She lives in Silverdale WA she suggested it and she was completely correct that it is a fabulous resturant good food and atmosphere"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, scenic view, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food mostly good quality in reasonable portions, priced 20% more than it's worth. Staff seemed short; waiter never able to give personal service or touch or much else; kept laughing at his mistakes (4/4 of mixing up who ordered drinks, soup, food, etc).Crackers delivered stuck in soup made mess opening package. Prices set to keep people away rather than as value for service and food provided."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 6 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Family Favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ivar's Acres of Clams has been a favorite in our family for many years! We come here for special occasions and bring out of town guests whenever they visit so they can experience wonderful Seattle seafood. We've always had great food, all the way down to the kids menu. I was very pleased to see grilled salmon on the kids menu because my toddler loves salmon! She devoured the whole thing and even had room for chocolate cake. We always have a good experience every time we go."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 7 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Day
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Dining at Ivar's after a day of exploring Seattle was a great way to end the day. We have been there several times in the past and have never been disappointed."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 8 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great mothers day
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I really enjoyed my mother's day brunch meal the service was Excellent and the food was exquisite I really enjoyed myself."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 9 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
So So
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good steamers.Fish and chips stayed under the heat lamp way to long and store bought frozen fries beats Ivars hands down! The rest of our parties food was good."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My sister and I had the pleasure
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Of dining at Ivar's the evening prior to Mother's Day and it was definitely an extremely busy time down on the waterfront. Our requested window table was ready, our waitress was very attentive and pleasant. Our drinks arrived quickly. We ordered the prawn cocktail which I would suggest adding a 6th prawn to so its equal for sharing. We both had Boston clam chowder and the bacon wrapped fresh Alaskan halibut, which were out of this world! The baby yukon gold potatoes were ok
the asparagus was just perfect. No complaints from us!"
the asparagus was just perfect. No complaints from us!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 11 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Typical
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Typical expensive prices for a nice harbor view, but lacks merit when it comes to the food. Plain fish, weird waiter practices as well as unfriendly (no goodbye, thank you see you again). Go if you don't know where else to go on the harbor. Drinks were cheap though"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view
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Review 12 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love Ivar's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were seated near a windwon as we asked for. The food is always good at Ivar's but service was a bit slow. Mayeb it ws the timeof the day. Sort of too late ofr lunch and early for dinner. They were not that busy so maybe the server's were just taking abreak too. All in all, I would always recommend Ivar's for great seafood even though it is a bit pricey, but portions are large."
Dined on 4/07/2013
Special Features: scenic view, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Family Time at Ivar's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a wonderful time! Our group was a family occasion of a number of people who don't often see each other. There was plenty of room for each of us to move around, and talk with those who we were not sitting next to, originally! The great view of the ferries coming and going made our dinner that much more enjoyable."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 14 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ivars has great restaurants
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Ivars has great restaurants in the Seattle area. Never disappointed."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 15 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Waterfront Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were late for our reservation as we had just come from Victoria on a ferry. The restaurant staff was very understanding and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner and the view of the water was great! We will definitely go back when we are in the area."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 16 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The service was slow, the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was slow, the food extremely overpriced for overcooked fish, and the ambiance was loud. It looked like a warm, welcoming place upon arrival, but we left very unhappy customers."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2009
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Review 17 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing as always! I took
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing as always! I took my 2 friends who had never been and they loved it as well. There were so many good looking items on the menu we just ordered a bunch of stuff and shared it all!! The cheesecake for dessert was exceptional too!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Tasteless in seattle
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was awful. It's a bad tourist trap with basically fried style high fat really bad food. The fried surf clam was somewhere buried in breaking, the side salad was the worst...not the leaves, but my balsamic dressing on the side was like a really think glue, think mayo but even thicker. For a main i had the tacos, with really over cooked blackened fish and a terrible tasteless bedding of something. My partner had the salmon which was just barely okay. Almost 120 dollars with one beer and a glass of wine for lunch. Save your money folks."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
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Review 19 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great view!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love the view from the pier and this location was very convenient for our large group. We had a group of 8 people and Ivar's was very accommodating for us. We had a good experience."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went for dinner. Started
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went for dinner. Started out in the bar - wonderful cocktails! We had a toddler with us (not in the bar, just at dinner), and the staff was very courteous and helpful, accommodating him. Very grateful for that. Love the food....so good and won't break the bank."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 21 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great fish in Seattle
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ivars was recommended to us by my boss who grew up in Washington and has many memories of Ivars. We were pleasantly surprised - food was very good, drinks were spot on and service was excellent...we will return"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2008
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 22 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My 2 young children and I
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My 2 young children and I arrived 45 min early for our reservation and were immediately seated. I have a picky 8-year-old and an adventurous 5-year old, and they both found something they would like to eat with no trouble. All the food was excellent, as was the wine I ordered. Our server was attentive and service was quick, and when the manager came by to check on us, he even chatted for a bit with my kids. I'd recommend to anyone; we'll definitely be back."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 23 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Great halibut, lacking otherwise...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was the 4th day after Halibut season opened, so there were several nice preparations for the best fish in the world (according to me!). So from a food perspective the choices were nice and appropriate sized. Unfortunately the service was lacking in that we ordered/reminded our server 3 times for the same shared plate which he seemed to be taking care of, but then on the last time he said he never put the order in since he didn't think we wanted it! That and the really poor and limited wine list makes me say that I'll go somewhere else in the future."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2002
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view
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Review 24 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My entire family really enjoyed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My entire family really enjoyed our Easter Brunch at Ivar's. The food was varied and delicious and of course the desserts were amazing (banana's foster in particular). The wait staff were great and all of this was made even better by the beautiful weather and scenic view we had of the sound. Thank you to all of you who made it special. It is hard from all of my family to get together since we live in 4 different states but we managed to pull off members coming from 2 out of the 4 states and Ivar's made it special."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 25 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OUR WAITER WAS EXCWPTIONAL,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"OUR WAITER WAS EXCWPTIONAL, COULD NOT OF ASKED FOR ANYTHING BETTER."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 26 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the Easter day brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed the Easter day brunch with visiting family. Food was diverse and all tasted good."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 27 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was excellent for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent for Easter Brunch and at a very affordable price! Excellent service as well"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 28 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A truly sorry experience!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We made reservations for 9 a week in advance. When we arrived there were 10 - 15 people waiting for seats. We arrived exactly on time per our reservation. We waited about 13 minutes to be seated. We were taken to our table, it was not set up. More importantly, there were only 4 chairs at the table. The restaurant was absolutely full. I had to ask for the Manager. Five of us stood at the table for close to 10 minutes because there were no chairs to be had. Nonetheless, because we had 9 guests, they charged us 17% of our bill as a tip. Incredibly bad service. Wow!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
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Review 29 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Ivars buffett
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I eat at Ivar's often, I would not recommend eating there for a buffet. To me and its only my opinion. The only thing good was the clam chowder. I like very much clam strips and I thought thats what they had at the buffet but it was a combo of less quality of fish. It was very dry. I thought the meat was to be a prime rib, not sure what it was but it also was on the dry side. My girl friend on the other hand was satisfied. She likes very much crab, so she was content."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have always enjoyed Ivar's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have always enjoyed Ivar's brunch buffet on Sunday. Bring it back even if at least once a month and keep me posted via email! Thank you!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 31 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have always loved Ivars.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have always loved Ivars. I have moved out of the area, but I try to always stop back in. They have a very nice kids menu, with a wide variety of offerings. The regular menu is quintessential northwest seafood. My stomach isn't large enough to hold everything I want to eat! I also loved the selection of local wines. I'll definitely be back again my next visit home."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 32 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dining at Ivar's Acres of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dining at Ivar's Acres of Clams was a truly remarkable experience. GREAT food, service, and ambiance all rolled into a perfect casual dining experience. If you enjoy Seattle and all it offers, Ivar's Acres of Clams is a one of many gems!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always, there is no place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, there is no place like Ivar's; excellent everything."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 34 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Wonderful water view, decent
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful water view, decent service. Bacon-wrapped halibut delicious and, like the salmon, perfectly fresh. Red clam chowder had the appearance and taste of way too much corn starch thickener and probably should have been sent back. Mussels in white wine sauce were not particularly good; not much sauce, and what there was tasted mostly of wine and was neither full nor well blended. Some butter and garlic might have helped. The beet salad had a generous chunk of blue cheese and was delicious."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view
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Review 35 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our third trip to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our third trip to Seattle and our third trip to Ivars. Fantastic all three times. Would highly recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 36 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Our server was polite, friendly,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server was polite, friendly, and helpful, but the service was incredibly slow. Really, really slow. While the food was really very good, for the price you could go other places with just as good food, better ambiance, and faster service."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2005
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Review 37 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ivars, a S
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Seafood cooked to perfection without surgery to the wallet."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food and view of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and view of the harbor. Our server was a little slow but the food was excellent my wife had the fish and chips and I had the lobster we recommend both"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 39 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a wonderful meal.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a wonderful meal. The waiter was very good. Thanks so much!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 40 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My son uses a wheel chair,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My son uses a wheel chair, and we were accommodated with no problem. The service was prompt and friendly. The steamed clams were awesome. I do prefer the local little-neck clams like they used to serve in the old days, but the Manila's were good. Overall, a great experience!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 41 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Popular, mainly for tourists.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Popular, mainly for tourists. Food's ok, but nothing special."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, scenic view
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Review 42 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love Ivar's. The seafood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I love Ivar's. The seafood is amazing and the service is always great. The happy hour is one of the best in town. And the view is beautiful."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 43 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Solid lunch spot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been coming to this location for years. I also celebrate Ivar's birthday each year and try to get a group together to enjoy in the festivities. The service we received was very good. All of the main dishes were very good. However, our calamari appetizer lacked flavor and was a bit too soggy for my liking.
I enjoyed the cake pop bites this year as the cupcakes from last year were a bit messy. The decorations were perfect and it was a good experience.
We were there for a friend's retirement lunch (it just happened to be on Ivar's birthday). I was disappointed that although I left a note in my reservation, it was not acknowledged. Staff did a fantastic job of trying to calm a child (I'm not sure why the parent was not doing it)."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 44 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Argumentative server that
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Argumentative server that tries to explain that the 20 minutes delay in serving our desert is somehow my fault for asking a different server, even though the second one had assured us that she would tell ours.Even before that, they just unceremoniously threw a box on the table for us to pack a plate we hadn't touched. We had not asked for it, but certainly we didn't expect the passive-aggressive rudeness. This is in stark contrast with the attentive waiter who took our order"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2012
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 45 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
After being away from Seattle
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"After being away from Seattle for 20 years, returning to Ivar's was a highlight. It hasn't changed in terms of the quality of food. Will always return whenever in Seattle. The menu is hard to pick from as there is so much that is appealing."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 46 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife has specific dietary
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife has specific dietary needs which were addressed to perfection. Very attentive wait staff without being obtrusive."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 47 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, good service. A
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good food, good service. A bit spendy"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful food. Great Ambiance.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food. Great Ambiance. food was timely in delivery."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 49 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Slow service perhaps because
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Slow service perhaps because of group of 15 at next table
But difficult to get any waiters attention
When we did it was great!"
But difficult to get any waiters attention
When we did it was great!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 50 for Ivar's Acres of Clams
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Helped make a wonderful evening
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Helped make a wonderful evening with out of town family."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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