Diners who favor a cozy spot over trendier newcomers should consider this tried-and-true oyster house and champagne parlor just north of University Village. It has long been a great place for neighborhood regulars to tuck into oysters served on a wooden plank and a sturdy slab of ice, and now offers takeout through Tock (fried and baked oysters) in addition to limited onsite dining.

This Ballard gem from acclaimed chef Renee Erickson has helped define Pacific Northwest cuisine, combining just-shucked oysters — such as local Chelsea Farms’ Sirena variety — and the chef’s flawless take on locally sourced seafood and produce. It’s open for limited onsite dining, as well as takeout oyster options for customers to shuck at home.

This breezy spot on the southern end of Lake Union has a pretty sweet outdoor patio where diners can watch the float planes come in (it also has a few takeout options now). The oyster menu rotates often, and a half a dozen with a split of champagne will set one back about $30, although the bivalves can be ordered a la carte, too.

This sleek Madrona seafood market has a solid lineup of to-go items, and selective shoppers are rewarded with carefully curated raw oysters, well-chosen wines, and snacks like smoked fish crostini and salumi. There’s no onsite dining anymore, but East Anchor recently added delivery on select items through third party services such as Doordash and Grubhub.

Situated in a former haberdashery on the ground floor of the upscale Fairmont Olympic hotel, the longtime destination exudes class. As the name suggests, oysters are the star of the seafood-centric menu, which otherwise tends toward pricey dishes that don't always live up to the bivalves. Open for takeout and limited dine-in.

Central District’s popular seafood market is maybe known best for its excellent poke bowls, and serves seasonal fish by the pound for both takeout and delivery. But it also has a wonderful selection of briny Kumamotos and the sweeter Kushi varieties, sold by the dozen. Perfect for a small backyard barbecue or picnic.