"This Seattle icon’s Green Lake location is just minutes from the water, making it a perfect spot to tuck into some clam chowder after a walk. Be warned: the family-owned spot has a casual vibe, but a steep price tag. That’s because all of their seafood is fresh, and sustainably harvested, with most of it coming in from Alaska. Menu standouts include the Dungeness crab cake (skip the sandwich version; it overpowers the delicate crab); stuffed halibut, filled with crab, prawns, and pesto; and panko-crusted fish and chips. The chowders are also a highlight, including a slightly sweet lobster chowder and a cioppino-style chowder with salmon, halibut, and cod. Get a sampler to try them all. Duke’s outdoor deck is open throughout the year, and there are happy hours from 3 to 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close." - Sarah Engstrand
