AN ABSOLUTE MUST!
Written: Mar 24 '00
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Pros: Fresh, juicy seafood! Perfect batter for deep fried.
Cons: Can have long lines, but worth the wait.
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| kanike2000's Full Review: Ivar's Acres of Clams |
I moved away from the Seattle area 6 years ago and I still miss going to Ivar's on the pier for fish and chips! I've never been a big fish lover but Ivar's knows how to do it right! The fish and chips batter is perfectly light, not greasy. The fish is flaky and juicy. My mouth is watering just remembering---dang!
The other favorite is their scallops and chips...not something you can order most places. Again the batter is perfect and the scallops juicy and delicious.
I prefer to eat outside on the pier and share my french fries with the seagulls. They are hoping that you do and will catch them practically mid-air when you throw them into the water. It's a great spot! Frequently you can see the fire-boats cleaning their hoses by spraying them out into the ocean, which is a delightful sight.
When it is cold out, Ivar's has heat lamps above the outdoor benches---a great idea! There's just something wonderful about being at the wharves in Seattle. You can see the ferries come and go, too.
The inside restaurant is a lot pricier and similar to most other seafood restaurants in the area. Also, the city has a lot of Ivar's fast food restaurants. They're ok, but not as good as the one right out there on the pier. I don't think it's just the atmosphere, either. You just can't find better than Ivar's on the pier!
This is an absolute must for all tourists visiting the Seattle area who love fresh cod, scallops, etc. Try it and I guarantee you will be hooked, line and sinker!
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Member: Janice Ryalls
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Reviews written: 85
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