
Duke’s Bellevue is an upscale, casual Pacific Northwest Seafood & American restaurant located in Lincoln Square 2 across from the Bellevue Square. We offer signature, flavorful, 100% sustainable wild seafood, Award Winning Chowder and grass fed burgers in an atmosphere that is friendly, comfortable, unpretentious and filled with personality. We only source all natural, healthful ingredients. All of the food at Duke’s is free of hormones, antibiotics and harmful chemicals. Guests sum up their favorable assessment of what Duke’s has to offer with three words: It’s so good! Enjoy our bar, happy hour, nice view of Bellevue and our great, friendly, warm vibe for lunch, dinner or happy hour. Group and event dining is available.
Raw oysters, seafood dishes, and cocktails in a warm, casual environment with a long bar and nautical accents.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 500 Bellevue Way NE Ste 212, Bellevue, WA 98004
Phone: (425) 505-2247
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Reservations: dukesseafood.comopentable.com
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Reviews
We arrived without a reservation around 1 pm, and the restaurant was fairly empty. After a short wait, they were able to seat us. We were told that the window tables were all “reserved,” even though most of the tables remained empty throughout our visit.
The service was one of the highlights. Our server was very nice, professional, and patient, giving us plenty of time to decide and offering helpful recommendations. The complimentary sourdough bread was also a nice touch.
I expected the food to be on the expensive side, but the portions felt quite small for the price. While the food was good, it felt more costly than expected for a brunch portion. Overall, it was a pleasant experience with great service and atmosphere, though the value didn’t fully meet expectations.
They serve warm sourdough and butter here the moment you sit down, and we enjoy that very much. Their menu has many seafood options ranging from fish, clams, to crabs, and lobsters. There are occasionally some seasonal options as well. Of course our favorite is the oysters. They usually have 2-3 types of fresh oysters daily and we always try all of them. We especially love the combination of the sauces that come with the oysters that we cannot find it anywhere else. The oysters are sweet and fresh, pair greatly with the sauce which strengthens their flavor. They are also famous for their chowders and crab un-cakes, but we are not as impressed as the oysters.
In overall, Duke’s Seafood is a decent restaurant with a very good location right in Bellevue Downtown. If you don’t want to reserve ahead of time or stand in line for a table after hanging out nearby, this is a pretty good option for seafood and fresh oysters.
The crab cake was tasty, but not quite $27 for one crab cake level of tasty. They did live up to their promise that it was more crab than cake, so that was nice.
My wife had the cioppino. It was a watered down tomato soup that was semi seafood flavored. I had the fish and chips. These were actually tasty and well fried. It was the most dense panko batter though, if it was panko at all. Again though, $35 for two pieces of fish and a cup of fries.
Our server was nice and professional. But we did wonder why every table in the restaurant had what appeared to be a complimentary basket of bread except us.
Service was decent—our server was polite and checked in a couple of times, but nothing about it really stood out. For the price point, I was expecting a higher level of attentiveness.
As for the food, it was mostly mediocre. My fish tacos were disappointing—they came out soggy and lacked much flavor (it came with chips and salsa, which I thought was strange). Other dishes at the table were fine but nothing memorable (clam chowder, fish and chips, calamari appetizer). The cocktails were okay, but they didn’t taste very high quality or carefully made, just average drinks you could get anywhere (with a real properly stocked bar).
Given the cost, the experience just didn’t match up. Between the average food, so-so service, and high prices, I don’t feel like it was worth it. There are plenty of other restaurants in the area that offer better seafood and overall value.
The rest of our meal was equally impressive. The seafood was cooked to perfection, and the sides were delicious, though we didn’t realize we’d get so many fries! Next time maybe we would try to substitute the fries for some vegetables instead.
Our server was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable experience. They were knowledgeable about the menu and made excellent recommendations.
Overall, the food is outstanding, the service is impeccable, and the ambiance is warm and inviting. We will definitely be back if we’re in the area again!
The menu is packed with seafood options at reasonable prices, catering to a wide range of tastes. While the flavors are decent, they don’t necessarily stand out as exceptional—many of the dishes are solid, but they lack the wow factor that some seafood lovers might expect. That said, the raw oysters are a refreshing highlight, and the seafood dishes are satisfying for a casual meal.
Duke’s service is attentive! Despite the busy environment, the staff are friendly and ensure you have a great dining experience. Whether you’re there for a quick lunch or a more relaxed dinner, the service is consistently on point.
In summary, Duke’s Seafood provides a pleasant, no-frills seafood experience in a lively setting. With its reasonable prices and welcoming atmosphere, it’s a great spot for seafood lovers looking for a laid-back meal.