Salty's on Alki

425-999-4279

1936 Harbor Ave SW Seattle, WA 98126

www.saltys.com

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Catering Companies, Restaurants, Banquet Rooms, Seafood Restaurants

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$$$$, Brunch, Buffet, Family-Friendly Dining, Fine Dining, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Local Favorite, Notable Wine List, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms, Special Occasion Dining, View Dining, Waterfront Dining, Open 7 Days

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Winter: Mon-Thu 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-9pm; Fri 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-9:30pm Sat 11:30am-3pm, 4pm-9:30pm; Sun 9am-2pm, 4pm-9pm Summer: Mon-Thu 11am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm; Fri 5pm-11pm Sat 11:30am-3pm, 4pm-11pm; Sun 9am-2pm, 4pm-10pm

Message from Salty's on Alki

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"This view is not only the best in Seattle, this is one of the world's great view restaurants," says a local critic. We offer fresh Northwest seafood, Maine lobster, USDA Prime charbroiled steaks, world-famous salmon and halibut, oysters and clams from local beaches, pasta, chicken and salads. To complement your meal, order wine from an extensive list of outstanding Northwest and world-class selections. Our Saturday/Sunday brunch is a Citysearch award-winner.

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The Scene
While Salty's may not be keeping up with downtown Seattle's culinary sophistication, it excels at making diners feel comfortable. Service is down-to-earth and reliable, and there's no other deck in town that can match the Alki Beach location. Regulars have made this their special-occasion restaurant, while others bring visitors to show off the billion-dollar view--long decks stretch out on top of the water.

The Food
Die-hard fans of coconut prawns will find them here, as well as basics like creamy seafood chowder. Standard entrees include fish (bathed in butter-rich sauces) and steaks (medium-rare may arrive more medium than rare, so order on the rare side). Brunch is a renowned affair: It's pricey, but the huge buffet features made-to-order omelets and crepes, a meat-carving station, steam tables filled with brunch favorites, all-you-can-eat crab legs, oysters, prawns and shellfish, pastries and a chocolate fountain for fondue.

Key Points

  • Seafood and View
  • Award-winning NW Cuisine
  • Parties or meetings 10 to 300

The Inside Scoop

  1. Catering - Complete catering services are offered, including menu planning, rentals, flower arranging and decor, for up to 500 people.
  2. The Extras - Ample private dining and catering options make this a wildly popular place for rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions and corporate events.
  3. What to Drink - The brunch drink menu extends well beyond the boundaries of mimosas and bellinis, so order away.
  4. When to Go - Enjoy happy hour in the bar from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Expect a selection of martinis and other mixed drinks at special prices, as well as a limited number of appetizers.

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Ratings_icons Fresh Food, Fresh View

dsdiggy

For a Special Ocassion this is the special place View was great, food was even better Service could have been a little less smothering But for the most part an enjoyable place if your willing to spend the $$$

Pros: Great View, Good Food

Cons: Pretty Costy, Rushed Service

Posted 10/13/02

Ratings_icons Not Again

cwilkey

Several weeks ago we went to Salty's ordered the steamed clams in pesto. Was not eidable. This is the second time we have gone to Slaty's and the second time we have been really disappointed.

Stick to the bar, enjoy the view but skip the food.

Way overated.

Pros: the view, long island teas

Cons: everything else

Posted 10/08/02

Ratings_icons Great Views & Happy Hour

Natashia

The best place to go for views of the Seattle skyline; the view at this Salty's are superb.

The calamari appetizer is light and tasty; all the rest of the food I've had here is fine (nothing incredible, but satisfyingly just what you'd expect).

If you think the prices are outrageous, sit in the lounge or on the deck during happy hour. There, you can enjoy beautiful views, great service, and good food, all at a reasonable price.

Pros: Views, Service

Cons: Pricey

Posted 09/22/02

Ratings_icons Seattle Sunset & Succulent Salmon!

JimmyKimmel

MY DATE & I HAD A FABULOUS TIME AT SALTY'S. Our table provided us with a breathtaking view of a gorgeous Seattle sunset on the city. In addition the appetizers were to die for, tiger prawns with a coconut breading, great calamari and tasty crab cakes! Then the entrees, for my date the Halibut with a portabella mushroom that had been marinated and prepared for two days (According to our personal wine steward, who was very engaging and knowledgeable). I had the king salmon, which I eat quite often and I must say Salty's chefs did a marvelous job preparing the fish. We finished off with a brilliant white chocolate topped cake, which was delicious as well. Our night at Salty's was a very memorable one and I'd highly recommend it to anyone.

Pros: View, Cuisine, Ambience

Cons: Expensive & worth it

Posted 09/15/02

Ratings_icons Never again

cleptich

We used to take out of town visitors here, but it's gotten SO extremely expensive for mediocre food that we don't go to Salty's anymore. Just take the water taxi to West Seattle and eat somewhere cheaper with nicer service and less sticker shock!

Pros: View

Cons: Prices

Posted 09/03/02

Ratings_icons the seafood thats salty

yippster

If only the food matched the view. Over priced a Big dissapointment.

Pros: great view

Cons: expensive, poor food, poor parking

Posted 07/30/02

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