clock menu more-arrow no yes mobile

Eight Seattle Spots To Slurp Oysters NOW

Cold weather means prime slurping.

View as Map

Standbys like The Walrus and the Carpenter draw year-round lines for freshly-shucked oysters, but many agree that bivalves taste best in the colder months from October to April. March is a great oyster month, so—as we await the arrival of Columbia City's forthcoming raw bar, Sea Salt—here's an update of our oyster map, including the new and gorgeous, Bitter/Raw. —Megan Hill and Jen Chiu

Read More
Eater maps are curated by editors and aim to reflect a diversity of neighborhoods, cuisines, and prices. Learn more about our editorial process. If you buy something or book a reservation from an Eater link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics policy.

Anchovies & Olives

Copy Link

From scallion mignonette to chili vinegar and chives, the oysters here are paired with flavors that both enhance the oyster and in some cases make them more approachable to the new oyster eater. Extra points for the All Clad dishes the oysters are served in, presentation gets an A+ for sure.

[Photo Credit]

Ballard Annex Oyster House

Copy Link

With super high ceilings and a white tile floor, this spot just feels like a place to get oysters, and considering it’s kind of their thing (see name of restaurant), they really do it right. Perfect for those days when you miss brunch because you didn’t get up until 2pm and all you really want is a couple of raw oysters and a stiff Bloody Mary somewhere clean but not too bright.

[Photo Credit]

Bitter/Raw

Copy Link
[Photo Credit]

Coastal Kitchen

Copy Link

Coastal Kitchen's brilliant addition of an oyster bar brings a selection of bivalves from Taylor Shellfish and Hama Hama to Capitol Hill's 15th Avenue. The oysters complement the bar's fresh seafood dishes, also sourced from local waters.

[Photo Credit]

Mistral Kitchen

Copy Link

The beauty of this spot is its ability to provide a few different experiences for the same, totally awesome oyster happy hour. Looking for a more intimate encounter? Get your oysters in the lounge. Like to be part of the action? Dine at the kitchen counter bar. The snacks are a little small, but they pack a tasty punch, and at $1.50 an oyster it’s a pretty sweet deal.

[Photo Credit]

Taylor Shellfish Farms

Copy Link

Consider it an educational experience. Go by yourself or bring a group, but either way ask lots of questions. These folks know their oysters and after spending a happy hour at Taylor Shellfish, you will too! And now with multiple locations, you can slurp in Pioneer Square, Lower Queen Anne, or Capitol Hill.

[Photo Credit]

The Walrus and the Carpenter

Copy Link
[Photo Credit]

Westward

Copy Link
[Photo Credit]

Westward

Copy Link

Loading comments...

Anchovies & Olives

From scallion mignonette to chili vinegar and chives, the oysters here are paired with flavors that both enhance the oyster and in some cases make them more approachable to the new oyster eater. Extra points for the All Clad dishes the oysters are served in, presentation gets an A+ for sure.

[Photo Credit]

Ballard Annex Oyster House

With super high ceilings and a white tile floor, this spot just feels like a place to get oysters, and considering it’s kind of their thing (see name of restaurant), they really do it right. Perfect for those days when you miss brunch because you didn’t get up until 2pm and all you really want is a couple of raw oysters and a stiff Bloody Mary somewhere clean but not too bright.

[Photo Credit]

Bitter/Raw

[Photo Credit]

Coastal Kitchen

Coastal Kitchen's brilliant addition of an oyster bar brings a selection of bivalves from Taylor Shellfish and Hama Hama to Capitol Hill's 15th Avenue. The oysters complement the bar's fresh seafood dishes, also sourced from local waters.

[Photo Credit]

Mistral Kitchen

The beauty of this spot is its ability to provide a few different experiences for the same, totally awesome oyster happy hour. Looking for a more intimate encounter? Get your oysters in the lounge. Like to be part of the action? Dine at the kitchen counter bar. The snacks are a little small, but they pack a tasty punch, and at $1.50 an oyster it’s a pretty sweet deal.

[Photo Credit]

Taylor Shellfish Farms

Consider it an educational experience. Go by yourself or bring a group, but either way ask lots of questions. These folks know their oysters and after spending a happy hour at Taylor Shellfish, you will too! And now with multiple locations, you can slurp in Pioneer Square, Lower Queen Anne, or Capitol Hill.

[Photo Credit]

The Walrus and the Carpenter

[Photo Credit]

Westward

[Photo Credit]

Westward

Related Maps