Salty's on Alki
(425) 999-4279
1936 Harbor Ave SW
(at Fairmount Avenue)
Seattle,
WA
98126
47.5865
-122.3773
Neighborhoods: West Seattle, North Admiral
Hours:
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
Price:
$$$$
Last updated 6.24.09
What People Are Saying About Salty's on Alki
The Owner
Salty's on Alki
Owner
"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.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
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.
User Reviews
SearchingforGreatSandwich
May 02, 2009
The only thing special about the food is how expensive it is! Even the happy hour prices are too high. You are definitely paying for only one thing here- the view of Elliott Bay and Seattle. If you're entertaining out-of-town guests I would recommend taking them here.
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ptcrpsnt
April 24, 2009
The food here is pretty good (though eating too much seafood during their lunch buffets is an easy way to get sick). The view is also great. That said, people hype this restaurant too much. It's good, but it's not top-tier either in food or ambiance.
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March 22, 2009
The view was incredible here and we had great service. I did not think that the food was very good. I ordered Alaskan King Crab legs and they were over cooked and did not seem that fresh. They were also on the small side. My husband ordered a steak cooked medium and there was absolutely no pink. The appetizers were okay but the crab cake tasted a bit like tuna. The atmosphere was nice...not too stuffy, not too casual, but the food was very mediocre. (I noticed that another reviewer commented on the smell when entering and we noticed the same thing right away. Once seated at our table we could not smell anything, but it was a turn-off.)
read full reviewThe Details on Salty's on Alki
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.
What to Drink:
The brunch drink menu extends well beyond the boundaries of mimosas and bellinis, so order away.
The Extras:
Ample private dining and catering options make this a wildly popular place for rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions and corporate events.
Catering:
Complete catering services are offered, including menu planning, rentals, flower arranging and decor, for up to 500 people.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Gift Certificate, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Waterfront Dining, View Dining, Private Rooms, Buffet, Special Occasion Dining, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Group Dining, Happy Hour, Notable Wine List
General Info:
Cuisine:
Message from Salty's on Alki
- Seafood and View
- Award-winning NW Cuisine
- Parties or meetings 10 to 300
"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.
