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Ivar’s Salmon House is a beautiful cedar replica of a Northwest Native American Longhouse, complete with an open-pit Native American-style barbecue for preparing succulent alder-smoked dishes. Here, in a dining setting filled with Northwest native art, décor and historical photographs, you’ll enjoy memorable meals surrounded by spectacular views of boats cruising Lake Union and Seattle’s skyline. Favorite daily entrees and fresh-sheet selections include alder-smoked salmon, prawns, alder-smoked chicken, and seasonal seafood specials. The outdoor Fish Bar offers casual lakeside dining or quick take-out food.
Casual waterfront destination with a woodsy vibe featuring seafood dishes & shared plates.
Hours
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Monday | 3–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 401 NE Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98105
Phone: (206) 632-0767
Website: https://www.ivars.com/salmon-house
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Reservations: ivars.com
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Salmon House – Ivar’s
401 NE Northlake Way | Lake Union · Monday – Wednesday: 3 pm – 8 pm. Thursday & Sunday: 11:30 am – 8 pm. Friday & Saturday: 11:30 am – 9 pm · Happy Hour: Daily 3 …
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Salmon House Menus – Ivar’s
Salmon House Menus · Classic Caesar Salad (Starter). Anchovy-garlic dressing, shredded Parmesan cheese, house-made croutons · Cup of Clam Chowder (Starter).
Reviews
Sofía Syntaxx
My favorite place to eat in Seattle, hands down.
Every visit feels special from the moment I walk in.
The dining room is surrounded by stunning Pacific Northwest Coast art that celebrates Indigenous culture and creates an atmosphere that’s both elegant and deeply rooted in place. It’s the kind of space that makes you pause and take it all in before the first bite even arrives.
The food is consistently outstanding. Each dish feels carefully crafted, with fresh local ingredients and beautiful presentation.
I’ve tried a range of menu items over several visits and have never been disappointed. The flavors are vibrant yet balanced — true comfort food elevated by creativity and care.
Service is attentive without being intrusive, and the staff are knowledgeable about both the menu and potential drink pairings if you’re feeling unsure.
My dining partner, who has celiac disease, absolutely adores the flour-free chocolate cake. It’s rich, decadent, and perfectly portioned. It’s wonderful to see such thoughtful options for guests with dietary restrictions.
The restaurant works well for all group sizes, from intimate dinners to celebratory gatherings. Noise levels can get moderate during peak hours, but conversation is still easy.
… moreEvery visit feels special from the moment I walk in.
The dining room is surrounded by stunning Pacific Northwest Coast art that celebrates Indigenous culture and creates an atmosphere that’s both elegant and deeply rooted in place. It’s the kind of space that makes you pause and take it all in before the first bite even arrives.
The food is consistently outstanding. Each dish feels carefully crafted, with fresh local ingredients and beautiful presentation.
I’ve tried a range of menu items over several visits and have never been disappointed. The flavors are vibrant yet balanced — true comfort food elevated by creativity and care.
Service is attentive without being intrusive, and the staff are knowledgeable about both the menu and potential drink pairings if you’re feeling unsure.
My dining partner, who has celiac disease, absolutely adores the flour-free chocolate cake. It’s rich, decadent, and perfectly portioned. It’s wonderful to see such thoughtful options for guests with dietary restrictions.
The restaurant works well for all group sizes, from intimate dinners to celebratory gatherings. Noise levels can get moderate during peak hours, but conversation is still easy.
Chris Evergreen
I went for a professional meeting and was reminded how gorgeous this place is. It’s such a classic Seattle staple easy to pass over for something new and I’m so glad I saw the menu with new takes on classic meals. I got the salmon sampler platter but I saw the fig dish and it looked amazing too. Looking forward to planning a date night here.
… moreMelissa Laird
Great recommendation!! We were in search of something delicious after visiting Seattle’s Space Needle and the Chihuly Garden and Glass. We were given this restaurant and it didn’t disappoint.
Atmosphere was lovely – overlooking the lake and a peek of the Space Needle. We arrived slightly before dinner hour and wouldn’t gladly waited and had a drink at the bar but were seated promptly in the dining room.
Dinner started with Ivar’s Famous White Clam Chowder and a nice tomato and Gruyère cheese salad. Meals were Northwest Crab Cakes and two of us enjoyed the Taste of the Northwest: halibut, salmon and scallops. They even took extra care to cook my food separate as I am allergic to shellfish and opted to give my scallops to my parents that were eating with me.
Thank you so much for the splendid meal!
… moreAtmosphere was lovely – overlooking the lake and a peek of the Space Needle. We arrived slightly before dinner hour and wouldn’t gladly waited and had a drink at the bar but were seated promptly in the dining room.
Dinner started with Ivar’s Famous White Clam Chowder and a nice tomato and Gruyère cheese salad. Meals were Northwest Crab Cakes and two of us enjoyed the Taste of the Northwest: halibut, salmon and scallops. They even took extra care to cook my food separate as I am allergic to shellfish and opted to give my scallops to my parents that were eating with me.
Thank you so much for the splendid meal!
james flecht
We love eating here. The staff is super friendly. The food amazing. My favorite is the crab cakes, and maybe because I love the mash potatoes. I’ve probably eaten half the menu and loved it all. They have a dock with plenty of space to tie up your boat. In the summer on good days at peak hours it does get a bit crowded. We used to love sailing over and getting take out from the front take out window. Plenty of walk up seating on the floating dock for take out plus full menu dining. Even when they parking lot is full the restaurant is so big it Diane feel that crowded.
… moreDriver
Our party of six had what I would call a very average meal with poor service and a high price tag. I was really disappointed because I had been thinking about halibut all day long and couldn’t wait to give this place a try. The food was OK, but not the high-end experience that we thought we were paying for. Note to management, tell your servers to stop making excuses. Ask what you can do to make things right and do it with urgency. Exceptional service should be your top priority.
Update one month later: I want to thank the operations manager for personally reaching out after my recent visit. She listened to my concerns regarding the poor service, offered a sincere apology, and provided a full refund. I truly appreciate her professionalism and commitment to making things right.
While my initial experience was disappointing, her follow-through showed genuine care for customer satisfaction. I’m hopeful that future visits will reflect the high standards she clearly values.
Thank you again for taking the time to address the issue so thoughtfully.
… moreUpdate one month later: I want to thank the operations manager for personally reaching out after my recent visit. She listened to my concerns regarding the poor service, offered a sincere apology, and provided a full refund. I truly appreciate her professionalism and commitment to making things right.
While my initial experience was disappointing, her follow-through showed genuine care for customer satisfaction. I’m hopeful that future visits will reflect the high standards she clearly values.
Thank you again for taking the time to address the issue so thoughtfully.
Cosmo Wan
Absolutely amazing. Food was delicious, especially the mussels. The red curry sauce they came in was perfect, adding spice and flavor. Add some of the sauce to my salmon on the Spicy Blackened Alaskan Sockeye Caesar Salad, and holy crap was that a great idea. My partner got the Cajun Salmon & Chips, also fantastic. Not very spicy, and the breading was nice and light compared to usual fish n’ chips. Also shout out the service! Kind, helpful, and gave great recommendations when we asked. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I recommend this location to any locals or visitors, you will not be disappointed.
… morear 0141
I took the family to dinner while in Seattle and we had an excellent time. The food was amazing. Beautifully prepared and incredibly fresh. The cocktails were delicious and our server was very attentive to our needs.
… moreJeanne S
Went here for my last meal while visiting the city. It was a very sunny day so most customers were dining outside and enjoying the weather & view. Glad we were able to get a table by the window.
We started off with some crab cakes. They were a bit sad looking, but tasted good. We also ordered the clam chowder & salad set, as well as the cajun salmon & chips. The salmon was very flavorful (and not that spicy)!
My only complaint(or observation) was that the young servers weren’t so friendly and helpful compared to the others!
… moreWe started off with some crab cakes. They were a bit sad looking, but tasted good. We also ordered the clam chowder & salad set, as well as the cajun salmon & chips. The salmon was very flavorful (and not that spicy)!
My only complaint(or observation) was that the young servers weren’t so friendly and helpful compared to the others!
takingalooksee
Our friends invited us to have lunch here. It was good. I had the Copper River king salmon and my wife had the Copper River sockeye salmon. Having sampled the sockeye next to the king, I’ve determined that the king is better. That’s a big middle finger to the sockeye , if you get the meaning . The calamari was also good. Their Famous white clam chowder was probably the best I’ve ever had. The view of lake Union was nice with the Space Needle at the far end. Lots of tables out on the deck but it was a bit too windy to sit out there today.
… moreCindy Wright
Historic dining spot with superior Northwest seafood options served by friendly, efficient staff. Many tables offer great views of the Seattle skyline across Lake Union.
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