Reviews of Boat Bar. (Restaurant) in Seattle (Washington).

Boat Bar

399 Reviews

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Seafood restaurant

1060 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98109, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Boat Bar

Tim Kraska

This is the best oyster selection in Seattle. However they source the oysters, they somehow just taste better here. The small plates are great, don't skip the beef tartare. The cocktails are fun, and the wine list is full of unique flavors. Especially the whites, full of unusual minerally french gems. Don't forget to ask for the house made hot sauce, have it with a side of fries!

Kimberly Pham

This is one of my favorite hang-out spots in the Capital hill area. Great food, nice ambiance, and excellent service. It can be a great spot for a romantic date. Not cheap so expect to make a dent in your wallet. Check them out if you are in the area.

Pasha Hashemi

We walked in for Happy Hour on a Thursday and had no issue getting seated. This is definitely a place to get fresh oysters, a cocktail, and maybe a few small plates if you're interested. I'll start by saying that the oysters were incredible. So fresh and generally delicious. The vibe inside was relatively chill/quiet which was nice, and aesthetically the white & turquoise played into a really pleasant ambiance. We also tried the prawns dish and it just wasn't for us. It was a bit too savory and at that price per prawn, I would've much rather just gotten more oysters (especially during HH). They had lots of small plates that sounded good, so I'm sure there's something for everyone... but for premium prices, I'd prefer not to feel like the menu might be hit-and-miss. This came as a surprise/disappointment to me, as I have loved trying different Sea Creatures restaurants when in the Seattle area. I know I referenced price above, but it is fair to note that premium experiences tend to come with premium prices. Therefore, fresh (delicious) oysters come at market prices (as you'd assumed). For those wondering... my guess would be that their selection likely ranges between $4-6 per oyster (depending on what they're serving). Our Sippican oysters, for example, were on the higher end at $5 per ($4 with HH). Their Happy Hour goes from Open (5pm) to 6pm, and offers $1 off oysters, beer, wine and house cocktails. This is DEFINITELY something to take advantage of if you plan to come to try a selection of their oysters, as the $1 off each oyster really adds up! I'd come back - I just likely would stick to HH oysters and play it safe👌🏽

Wendy Tan

We walked pass this place yesterday and decided to try out their desserts. We ordered their coffee flan and bread rum pudding. Both were delicious. Definitely will come back again.

James Woodard

The food was amazing and the staff was even better. Everyone was extremely well versed in what oysters would best suit your personal pallet, and the staff surprised us by brining desert on the house!

Carlos Sotomayor

Food and vibe were incredible at boat bar! Staff was friendly and very informative. Didn't have dish that didn't like. Highly recommend

Patrick Rachford

Great food that came out quick. They serve small plates so I would recommend getting 3-4 different items.

Artemis Faeiryne

A friend and I stumbled upon Boat Bar because we suddenly decided that we were, and I quote, "looking for something fancy and sophisticated" while wandering Capitol Hill. I took one look at the menu, realized that I had no idea what half of it was, and happily wandered in to join the waitlist. When we arrived, most tables were already reserved and we were quoted a 15 minute wait time, and told that we would be texted once our spot at the bar was ready. After hanging outside for 20 minutes, we didn't get a text so we walked inside anyway and they immediately sat us. I suppose their software was acting up, which happens to the best of us! Once seated we were offered a choice between sparkling and still water. I have never been given that option before, and having regular water referred to as 'still' really drove home the decadence of it all. The food here is served in a way that makes more sense for the whole table to share as opposed to everyone getting their own dish, which I absolutely loved. It wasn't nearly as expensive as I thought it would be either! Our server Brie (Bri?) was the perfect level of attentive. The food itself was incredible- They honestly served the best french fries and broccoli that I have ever tasted. I had no idea what steak tartare was and am pretty sure that I risked salmonella poisoning by eating it, I regret absolutely nothing. Now here's the part that blew my mind. While leaving, I accidentally left a bag at the restaurant from the shop that we had visited before dinner. The hostess ran *an entire block* to track me down and give it to me! That's some next level customer service and I appreciated it so much. I'm definitely coming back and making a reservation next time!

Helen White

For starters, this restaurant tries very, very hard to be fashionable and succeeds admirably. Strong yuppie diva vibes, expensive but not exorbitant. Parking and walking over also took over 30 minutes. We’re crunchy Midwesterners who are mostly in this area to mountain hike. We are used to Mom’s tater tot casserole and maybe a humble supper club on a special occasion. From the color-coordinated decor to the club music playing in the background, Boat Bar was flashy and over-the-top in a way that felt manufactured and pretentious, and we felt out of place and uncomfortable. That said, 5 stars because this is more personal/cultural preference than anything, and if you are one of the beautiful people and/or are into chic eateries, the ambiance might be a better match for you. It’s objectively a great restaurant. The service was excellent and attentive and the food was incredible. We came for world-class seafood and that’s what we got. I’d really recommend this place if you’re trying to get the most out of the city’s seafood scene and don’t mind feeling a little self-indulgent. Look elsewhere if you’re hoping to dine in wearing your cargo pants and Green Bay Packers T-shirt.

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