Ivar's Mukilteo Landing

What a great way to start my stay in the area. The view was excellent. (Window, water side) It's just fascinating for a Midwesterner to watch the ships go by. Not to mention the view across the bay. Jack was in his game for assisting this first-timer to Ivar's. The Halibut was super and was the perfect lunch. I will definitely be back for more this week.

Inlaws flew into town and wanted to go here for supper. Made reservations on yelp, got seated quickly, service was on par and food was great. Well recommended.

Stopped by on a quiet Monday evening for a nice family dinner. Everything was spectacular. The food and cocktails were carefully crafted and tasted even better than they looked. Highly recommend the King Salmon when it’s on special. The restaurant itself is extremely cozy with a regal nautical feel. Staff was extremely friendly and on point. And of course, the views of the harbor were also amazing. If you have room left in your stomach, I also recommend the Tiramisu, which can easily be split between several people. It’s massive!

We had a great experience at Ivar’s Mukilteo. The view was beautiful, and the ambience was warm and relaxing. Our server was really attentive, especially with our kid’s allergy needs, which made us feel comfortable. The Dungeness crab dip was rich and flavorful, and the crab & lobster cakes were perfectly done with a delicious sauce. I really enjoyed the seafood paella, it was so hearty and full of flavor. Even the kid’s grilled chicken was nicely cooked with fresh sides. Great food, lovely setting, and thoughtful service. Would definitely come back 😊

The food flavor is spot on. The service is fabulous. Our server made sure we were taken of, and did everything to ensure we were comfortable and got what we needed.

Great spot! Great service. This Resilient restaurant was hit with a rouge wave and had to rebuild. There are actual photos and art throughout restaurant to tell the story! The big fish in the lobby was found far from the restaurant and the owners offered reward for its return. Free chowder for life. Goes to show when you have a good thing- you keep on going! Cheers ivar’s ! Wishing you many more years!

We celebrated our 35th wedding anniversary with dinner at Ivar's Mukilteo Landing on 10/27/2025 and it was PERFECT! It's a beautiful restaurant & there's plenty of free parking just across the street. The service was SPECTACULAR and the food was just AMAZING!! I had the crab crusted halibut and it was a DELICIOUS dish. I love halibut and this did not disappoint. Everything was cooked to PERFECTION and I not only loved every bite, but I wanted to lick the plate too!! My husband's halibut and chips were DELICIOUS as well and hit the table piping hot, which was GREAT! Our oyster appetizer was equally WONDERFUL! BRAVO, BRAVO to every chef in the kitchen and to our server (I believe her name was Megan)!!! Hands-down, it was the best dinner we've had in a long time and we can't wait to come back! YUMMYYYYY!!!!

Tried the clam chowder — it was pretty good! You can actually taste real chunks of clam, not just potatoes and cream. On the way in, I met an elderly lady who said she’s been eating it since she was 5 — now she’s 70. That says something!

I called the restaurant before I left my hotel to see if I could bring my 2 pieces of carryon luggage as I was headed to PAE airport after lunch. John the host answered the phone and with no hesitation whatsoever he said sure bring my luggage!!!!! This really impressed me. I arrived by LYFT to the restaurant and the location did not disappoint as it is on the shore of Possession Sound. The interior of the restaurant was warm and welcoming. What a unique place. John sat me by the window facing the Sound. The ferry was passing every few minutes. The view was spectacular!!! My food server Linda M was very prompt and friendly. My beverages arrived quickly. I ordered the fish and chips (cod) and Linda M mentioned the famous clam chowder they serve. Well I ordered a bowl and it was the best clam chowder I had ever tasted !!!! I thanked her for the great recommendation. Soon after my fish and chips arrived and the cod was so most moist and tasty!!!! I highly recommend the clam chowder and the fish and chips !!!!!

Ivar's has been a staple of the Mukilteo waterfront. The restaurant is beautiful inside and has one of the best views. The staff is top notch. Very friendly and definitely a boilerplate for other restaurants. The biggest problem is the food. The menu consists of the same signature dishes they've preparing for years. Not very tasty and mostly bland. Lots of potential, but definitely needs an update.

Great food and atmosphere !! The desserts are fantastic as well ( try the carrot cake !). In the summer on a nice day, I like to sit on the deck and enjoy the sunshine and food, but mind your food because of the seagulls !!

Sat promptly, interior had low/cozy lighting with a nice view of the water. Service was good. We started with calamari which had a nice crispy breading. I ordered a 3 piece halibut and chips, halibut was good while the fries were okay, not very crispy. Hubby got a seafood trio that was good just not very much if you're hungry. We ended with the oysters Rockefeller which had good flavor.

I was visiting Seattle and happened upon this restaurant. This restaurant has a great view of the bay so you can eat while enjoying an amazing view. There was plenty of indoor seating so reservations aren't super necessary while dining here. For the entree I got the Alaska halibut and prawn dup. The prawns were delicious and perfectly cooked. They were topped with this sun dried tomato and artichoke cream sauce that was super rich and added a great depth of flavor. The halibut was a little dry, and I didn't end up finishing the whole fish but I cleaned my plate of the prawns. We also got the calamari. Calamari is a 3/5. I've had better calamari at other places for a cheaper price, but not bad. Service here is amazing. I loved the wait staff. I wish I remembered the name of our waitress but every staff here is so sweet and kind. I can't wait to return here for the warm hospitality.

Its a PNW classic and it always delivers. We made reservations and got a prime dinner table by the window which gave us a great view of the sun setting over the Puget Sound. The menu has a great selection for everyone even the pickiest kids. * Mussels in garlic and wine sauce. This was excellent. Juicy and plump mussels in a delish broth with bread to soak it up. What is there not to like about this combination?! * Crab crusted halibut was delish with a generous serving of fish topped with a perfect crab crust on top. * Alaska sockeye salmon was perfectly cooked and paired well with the sauce. The potato was ok, but would sub it out next time for something else. * Halibut fish and chips was great. Large flakey chucks of hot and most halibut with a crunch. love that it was not greasy at all. I could eat this all day long. * Harissa seared halibut and prawn due was good. The pepper drops did not add much value and would have liked a bit more of the passionfruit sauce otherwise a very strong dish. * Vanilla burnt cream...aka creme brulee...always delivered and had a nice crunch. Enjoyed this. * Chocolate mousse was good as well and rich. paired perfectly with the double espresso. Overall this place is a great PNW dining experience whether you come here for brunch/lunch/dinner. I would not hesitate to come back again.

I recently had an opportunity to play tourist when a friend visited from Wyoming. Tops on her list of things to see and do? Eat fish and chips and spend time on a beach. I knew just the place. We spent a couple of hours watching ferries and wandering on Mukilteo beach, then went looking for lunch. The halibut and chips here is a no-brainer- always delicious! But what capped off the experience was the friendliness of the staff. Both the woman who took our order and the woman who chatted with us as she emptied the trash in the little indoor seating area, made us feel welcome. All around lovely day and the perfect place to bring an out-of-state guest!

A very good experience for us. The servers were very nice, and so was the food. I ordered the Dungeness Crab Dip and it was AMAZING. I love this cozy, calm place, and the view was pretty. I love this place and i want to come here again

I love Ivars and wanted to finally try one of their sit down restaurants. We got a couple different seafood dishes that our server recommended. All the seafood was super fresh and tasted great! Even with all the food we had, it wasn't heavy at all or overly sauced/seasoned so you could really taste the seafood. The creme brulee was just ok, but you mainly come here for the stunning view and great seafood. Definitely worth a drive to! Apps: Clam Chowder and Steamed Clams and Mussels Entrees: Grilled Salmon and Grilled Sea Bass Dessert: Creme Brûlée

Stick with the classics like their world famous clam chowder and fish chips and you can't go wrong!! The view is absolutely spectacular of course. The service is always great with super friendly staff.

First of all I was hoping and expecting for so much more. We came here with a group for my son's birthday and all it had going was the ambiance. Beautiful waterfront views, our server was nice and attentive, but the food was a strike out for me. I ordered the New York with Scallops. The steak was ok. For $50 a sure let down. I added the scallops and they were extremely overcooked. The asparagus was good, the baked potato was cooked but not all the way. Overall I probably would have been better off with something else. For being a Mukilteo staple this fell well short of expectations.

I've been here a few times throughout the years and realized I haven't written a review yet! Ivar's Mukilteo Landing has been great for Happy Hour for my family and bf! As far as I know, we've eaten lunch here before as well but I distinctly remember more of Happy Hour. The hosts are always so friendly as they welcome you in! The staff is attentive and checking in every now and then! Happy Hour is 3-6pm daily and offers a few good menu items. 1) You have got to try the grilled sockeye salmon sandwich! (Literally the BEST salmon sandwich that Ivar's has on their menu!!!) the salmon is cooked well, and with crispy bacon, crispy onion strips, lettuce, tomato on a ciabatta bun...it's *chef's kiss* Flavors are incredible! 2) I also love their mussels in garlic white wine broth, and their seared ahi tuna! The clam chowder is tasty and thick! You receive views of the water and Whidbey island across. The patio is nice to sit by when it's warmer weather -- you get to see the ferry boats pass by in the distance.

3 of us were not very hungry so we shared 2 entrees and an app. Portion size were decent. Crab/lobster cakes: not my favorite, it's much more flat and I thought the curry flavor was interesting but overpowered the seafood taste. My friends liked it though. The seafood salad: this was much better than I expected - the smoked scallops were so good and unique, the little shrimp were interesting to eat. The blackened salmon was on the drier side though. I wanted vegetables which is why I got this and I'd get this again. Northwest fried platter: the cod is fluffier than the halibut. The shrimp and clam strips were both decent too - liked the shrimp more. The fries aren't bad and the platter comes with 2 each of cocktail and tartar sauce. I had a flight special that they were running for Earth Day I think where I picked 3 out of 5 wines. The white blend and malbec I liked, but the merlot was not as good. These were all PNW wines. The views were nice and we caught the sunset. Another Diner caught glimpses of seals in the water which is apparently not uncommon.

Great food. Excellent view. Service was fast and efficient. The lady was bubbly and super friendly. The half order of apps was perfect size for 2 even 3 people. They were still size of small meals. Crab cakes were good. The breading or filler was meh. The slaw with it was delicious and the asparagus was cooked perfect. The hubby dish of halibut and prawns were great. Perfectly cooked. He got a side of crab bisque which was exquisite. Not thin but not too thick either. Nice savory taste. That was a super hit!

We went to Ivar's for my fiancés birthday dinner with his parents and grandparents. We arrived around 4pm and sat in the bar area. The view was absolutely stunning, with large windows all along the back wall of the restaurant, looking out onto the Puget Sound and the Clinton ferry terminal. Since we were there early, we were able to order from either the regular menu or the happy hour menu. I ordered the salmon sandwich from the happy hour menu, and we all had the lobster bisque to start. The bisque was super creamy and flavorful, my only complaint was that the entrees were brought out only minutes after the bisque, not giving us enough time to finish the soup. The salmon sandwich was also delicious. My fiancés grandfather made sure to tell the server that we were celebrating a birthday, and the server brought out a slice of chocolate cake with a candle. Overall, we had very nice time, and will definitely return!

The food is good and they have friendly staff. They had a high school singing Christmas carols tonight. It was wonderful. They have some of the best desserts.

My favorite part of Ivar's is always the calamari and chipotle aioli. Absolutely delicious every time. I ordered the noodles, which were fresh tasting and the seafood was delicious. Especially the shrimp, which was well seasoned and covered in better. Fish burger was a 5/5 I am told Service was very kind and accommodating. And the ambiance hasn't changed since I was a child. Still very nice with a gorgeous view of the water.

We had a great experience at Ivar's Mukilteo. The view was beautiful, and the ambience was warm and relaxing. Our server was really attentive, especially with our kid's allergy needs, which made us feel comfortable. The Dungeness crab dip was rich and flavorful, and the crab & lobster cakes were perfectly done with a delicious sauce. I really enjoyed the seafood paella, it was so hearty and full of flavor. Even the kid's grilled chicken was nicely cooked with fresh sides. Great food, lovely setting, and thoughtful service. Would definitely come back

I love this place, but disappointed in the fish and chips today. Small pieces and different, not nearly as good, batter. I will always go back, just not for that.

What a fantastic spot! Sat out back. Great view. The clam chowder was amazing. I got the Halibut Fish & Chips. Fantastic!! The service was fast and friendly. Great experience. Highly recommend.

Still great! We enjoyed an amazing Happy Hour. The food and drinks are a good value and the food is, as always, excellent. Service, too, was superb. I wish I had our server's name to give him a shout out. He deserves it! Prompt, attentive, welcoming, helpful -- all without hovering or managing that waiter/waitress trick of always asking how your food is when your mouth is obviously full. Great job! Other wait staff were also, without exception, very friendly. Atmosphere - hard to beat a window seat here on a nice, but cool, fall day!

We stopped for sunset dinner on the way to the ferry. We occasionally get takeout from the fish bar out front and love their Cajun fish and chips and chowder. A bit expensive for fast food. I thought we should roll the dice with the sit down version. We were seated right away after calling in ahead. Small booth but view of the water. Service to start fairly efficient. I ordered the fish and chips as my usual but no Cajun inside! I still find it odd that a restaurant would charge $25 for a small order of fish and chips and not include a simple cup of coke sjaw!!? Our server offered to add that but I declined. The food was cooked properly though as Ivars does know how to fry food! I got a beer and my wife tried the blood orange manhattan which she liked. I didn't scrutinize my bill and just laid it but my math tells me that was a $20 drink or so? She ordered the seafood paella which was served in a large pan. She enjoyed it while we were there but it absolutely did not agree with her the rest of the night while driving and getting settled for the night. She gave me the never again look and statement. I'm not sure if they used old seafood or a seasoning mix that upset her but she eats much more seasoned and spicy food regularly. When trying to get out of there, our section was now completely empty but the server was training someone else and I had to get up and go over to interrupt three of them at a POS station to ask for our bill. Well Ivars is ivars and you can generally get what you expect there usually. After one beer, one cocktail, a Paella, and a small fish and chips without any breads or salads our bill was almost $100 before tip. I can't say that this was a good financial choice compared to say the Hook and cleaver above them or other places. We haven't dined inside an ivars in years dating back to all of the years we kept a boat on lake Union. But we can't say that we will really return any time soon. I can get a tastier fish and chips outside for less and get to the ferry faster.

My son and I stopped here for a late lunch/early dinner after visiting the Boeing factory. We were craving Ivar's famous clam chowder. Super friendly Monique was our server. We each ordered a bowl and it did not disappoint. It is one of the best clam chowders we've had. It came out piping hot with no shortage of large chunks of clam. We shared the seafood fettucine. It was also very delicious. It is a large shareable portion with 2 yummy garlic bread wedges and generous amount of seafood. My son pulled out a long gray hair from one of the salmon chunks. It seemed to be on just that one piece and we continued to eat it until we were full. We decided to pack the rest to go. We informed Monique what we had found. It was intended as a FYI to let the kitchen staff know to be more careful. We were not expecting anything else. Monique then offered us any dessert from the menu to make up for that. When she returned with our to-go bag and our check, she informed us that the manager comp'd our pasta. We were so surprised and was definitely not expecting that. Thank you Monique and manager for taking such good care of your customers! We really appreciated the kind gestures today and we will always return when we are in town. Great customer service, delicious food, and beautiful scenery. Checked all my boxes for an excellent dining experience.

When I dined here nearly three years ago while visiting friends, I was so impressed with the dining experience that I asked that our group of eight go again for our post-Christmas dinner. Again, Ivar's did not disappoint. A few of us shared the calamari appetizer, and I opted for the seafood fettuccine- so delicious and filling I could make my way through only half. Some had the seafood stew. I tasted the broth and it was beautifully scented with saffron. Another in our group had the mixed grill for one. We all laughed at the abundance of multicolored baby potatoes. Cut in half they would have absorbed more flavor, so that's what she did. We were all too full for dessert. As I said in first review. Ivar's puts Legal Seafoods in Boston to shame.

The young lady taking orders was nice enough. This is about the food. I am 72, born n raised in Seattle. Been eating at Ivar's forever. I am visiting as I dont live here now. I went last night to get fish n chips, go sit by the waterfront and watch the ferries. In memory of my mom who loved doing that. The 3 piece meal is my usual. When they say "fish and chips", they arent kidding. That is all you get for $12.99. Had to pay extra for cole slaw now. And the fish were the tiniest things I've ever seen! Pics shown. I have tiny hands. Compare fish to the fries. Wow. Super bummed. Will not be back to this former icon of Seattle. Ivar is rolling in his grave!

This was our third time dining here, and the consistency in excellence never waivers. We made reservations and were seated at a table with a lovely view! The warm welcome from the host and hostess, both beaming with big smiles, was a pleasant contrast to the chilly winds outside. Our server, Taylor, was fantastic--attentive, knowledgeable, and full of great suggestions (which we happily took--and wow!). The Chef's specials were not only delicious but beautifully presented. Thank you all for making another fabulous dining experience! We'll definitely be back.

Folks, when will your servers start bringing burgers, sandwiches hot? So, we won't be eating barely warm and not crispy bacon, onions, meat, fish, french fries?

I had high hopes for this spot, given its stellar location and the great things we'd heard, but our experience left a lot to be desired. Calamari: Where do I begin? The calamari was utterly bland, and the flavor suggested it had been fried in oil that had long outlived its usefulness. The inclusion of "squid sticks" was baffling--they tasted more like frozen fish sticks from the back of someone's freezer. Dungeness Crab Bisque: This was the biggest letdown. What was supposed to be a rich, hearty bisque tasted more like generic tomato soup with a few sad shreds of crab. I was expecting chunks of fresh crab meat, not the disappointment we were served. Surf and Turf (New York Strip with Shrimp): This was the final nail in the coffin. The steak arrived completely cold, with the butter refusing to melt. Who adds balsamic vinegar to a New York strip? The tangy flavor clashed with the dish and threw everything off. The shrimp was as bland as could be, and the mashed potatoes seemed like they'd been sitting out all day--dry, with zero creaminess. The only saving grace of the entire meal was the view. Unfortunately, Ivar's failed to deliver on what matters most: the food. $130 after tip was painful after this experience. Very disappointed, especially considering how much we were looking forward to dining here.

One of the better restaurants in Mukilteo, as far as quality, consistency, ambience and overall experience. First, a great water view of Whidbey and the ferries coming in. Free parking across the street is a definite perk. The dining room is inviting and warm with an appropriate nautical theme. A recent family dinner started with the "famous" clam chowder (the gold standard as far as I'm concerned). For entrees, it was fresh salmon, a crabcake sandwich melt with salad, and seafood pasta. All were solid, well cooked, but decidedly safe--nothing particularly adventurous or innovative here. Menu selections are pretty consistent with the flagship Ivar's location in Seattle. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and verbose about the restaurant's offerings and did a good job overall. Perhaps not the best value to be had here (entrees typically range from $35-50), as portions were not particularly generous. But I view the slightly inflated cost as a surcharge for the ambience and unbeatable water view. (4 stars).

We've been bringing our child here since they were 3 years old and now we come for happy hour in the bar with them. Love the food, love the service, love the view of the water and the ferries. The chowder is awesome. We ordered the honey cake to share for dessert not even knowing how ENORMOUS AND DELICIOUS it was. Wow, what an unexpected showstopper.

Well I was contacted by the management team after my review that I posted. They were very concerned about our experience at their restaurant and sent us a gift certificate and an apology. I am really surprised and impressed with the gracious gesture. I was not expecting anything from them but they were very kind. We have had many great meals and service over the years and we are looking forward to returning for another dining experience. We can't say thank you enough for what they have done. We love the location and ambiance of Ivar's and we are excited to enjoy more of their great quality we have grown used to.

I used to always visit the Ivar's when the ferry terminal was located right next door. That is where we learned that the Mukilteo Ivar's has one of the best soft serve ice cream cones on the area. The soft serve ice cream is rich and creamy and not too sweet. It is a walk-up counter but they do have an indoor dining area. I also love their clam chowder and their shrimp and chips but my family absolutely loves the ice cream cones and this is the only location with these amazing soft serve cones. The one pictured in the photo is a kids size. The ferry terminal and waiting area are now too far to get a cone while waiting but I stop when I can and when I am headed back from Whidbey Island.

My wife and I were content with ordering some seafood from the walk-up fish bar window out front, until she pointed out the swanky restaurant attached to it, accessible from a door just a bit further down. As it was nearly freezing outside, we opted for the latter, and were not disappointed with what we found within. Despite arriving around 30 minutes before the restaurant was to be closed (early) for a private event, we were seated without complaint, and attended to immediately. We settled on some fried calamari, which my wife had been craving and seeking (to no avail, up to this point) all weekend, as well as a cup of the lobster bisque, and some Dungeness crab and artichoke dip, to split between us. To accompany our appetizer array, my wife paired the Shellfish wine flight, and for myself, a Blood Orange Old Fashioned. Nothing about the experience disappointed in any way. The chipotle lime aioli for the perfectly crispy fried calamari gave it a kick, while simultaneously taking the edge off the typically pungent and slightly off-putting aroma of cuttlefish. The crab and artichoke dip was equal parts land and sea, and coated with cheese - who could complain about that? And the lobster bisque? Creamy, comforting, savory, and with an aroma and flavor that delicately balances and captures the essence of lobster without overpowering or overwhelming it. I've never had better. Service was friendly, welcoming, efficient, and most importantly, unobtrusive - our server was there exactly when she needed to be, and left us to ourselves when she wasn't. And despite the looming deadline for the private event, we were never once felt pressured or rushed to end our dining experience. From tip to tail, everything about our visit to Ivar's was exactly what one should expect from a competent restaurant: an enchanting ambiance, diligent staff, and incredible cuisine. If you're an out-of-towner who finds themselves in Mukilteo, even while waiting for, or after disembarking from the ferry, you'd be wise to take to heart the advice of the restaurant's namesake, Ivar Haglund, and "KEEP CLAM", slow down, and stop in for a meal here. Even if it's just from the take-out window out front. You won't be disappointed.

I took my parents here for Mother's Day, hoping for a special evening, but unfortunately, both the food and service fell short. We were seated in the bar area during dinner. I ordered the halibut, which was overcooked and bland. Honestly, I could have prepared a better meal at home. What made matters worse was the service. Our waiter was mostly absent--we had to flag down the manager or other staff members just to get assistance. By the time our server finally came over, it was too late to fix the meal. When he brought the check, he asked how the halibut was. I mentioned it was overcooked, and his response was that the kitchen staff was tired from working all day, and I should've said something earlier. I would have, had he actually checked on us during the meal. I did my best to stay upbeat in front of my family, but I left feeling disappointed. It was a missed opportunity for what should've been a memorable occasion.

If you take the Boeing Factory tour, this restaurant is short drive away. The food was great and the restaurant has nice views of the bays and neighboring islands.

We have been to Ivars in Mukilteo multiple times and it does not disappoint. Started with the clam chowder. It was creamy and very delicious. For the main course I ordered the seafood risotto. It was outstanding. The rice was cooked perfectly and the seafood medley with the butternut squash provided an excellent flavor profile. Great location with view of water.

Excellent ambiance for an end of day meal. FABULOUS drinks. 5 Coconut Prawn appetizer with an excellent sauce. Shared seafood dinner - Salmon, Halibut & Crab cakes, garlic mashed potatoes & broiled seasonal squash medley - so FRESH & perfectly seasoned! Perfect amount of food for two. Dessert! HUGE piece of homemade carrot cake. Moist, perfect light frosting with a caramel drizzle on plate. Dark chocolate mousse with a light berry sauce on rim of martini glass with homemade dollop of whipping cream. Beautiful seating by the window and near the fireplace. We had a very quiet & relaxing meal with excellent service. Don't hesitate, go! ENJOY!

We had a big family dinner here. Everyone was so kind and gracious. The food was delicious I am sorry, I cannot remember the name of our server, but he was top notch! Friendly, yet professional. So attentive, but not intrusive. Our whole dining experience was great! And you definitely cannot beat the view. Especially nice for our out of state family.

Has always been great and CONTINUES to be great. Recently did a Father's Day lunch here with the whole family and kiddos, and had great food, apps, and amazing service by Eric! 5/5 DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!

My husband and I tried to go to HH with our baby. They stated that we can either go eat outside in 47 degree weather or eat in the main room but pay full price even if you ordered the HH menu. Why are we forced to pay full price when you can't accommodate us? I didn't know the HH menu had an age restriction? I totally get it that no minors allowed in that area but are you seriously going to force a family with a 5 month baby to eat outside in the cold? And not provide a suitable alternative? Not a family friendly place and we are never returning.

This Ivar's is definitely a great toss up from the other locations, while they don't specialize in the classic fish and chips the dine in options are definitely on par. The blackened salmon was pretty good and while we came in with a party that had to be seated between two tables, our server was able to help get everyone situated very well. Service was also very prompt and the views were very nice, would recommend other visitors not be seated outside due to the cold weather coming in lately :)

SO i tried Ivar's for the first time and lets just say i was disappointed. Walking in we were greeted and the gentlemen was nice to seat us right away and gave up a window seat, while we were waiting for our food we saw that other tables were getting their food before us and they had arrived after us kind of frustrating. We started off with bread basket and Dungeness crab dip. The bread was nice and warm and sourdough so extra props, The crab dip honestly tasted like it was frozen previous and put through the oven in the back. next was soup and salad, we both got the claim chowder and Caesar salad, it was very average at best, I've had better claim chowder elsewhere. thirdly, we had the famous fish and chips... well the tarter sauce was good, but the breading wasn't seasoned neither was the fish. HONESTLY everything tasted unseasoned. Finally, we had the carrot cake and frankly it was the best thing I've eaten at Ivar's, and the carrot cake was the best carrot cake I've ever had and I've had a good amount. overall my rating out of 10 is a 4.2/10 carrot cake is a 7.8

As someone who has lived between Mukilteo and Lynnwood since 2011, I'm really surprised to see Ivars' quality tank so much since my last visit. To preface this review, I go maybe twice per year and each time I can expect the same great service! This time was no different, but that is possibly the only thing this place has going for it. Our server was so attentive and brought us refills throughout the meal. The dining room is beautiful and nautical themed, but the bar was closed for renovations. Getting straight to the point, the food is not worth the price. Sometime between my last visit in 2024 and my first visit of the year, they started charging for table bread. Strange? But not a deal breaker. I ordered clam chowder as an appetizer, and that was great! But the sandwich I ordered had a fish filet on it, which looked like a Walmart fish patty you could airfry at home. The bread was undercooked and doughy, but hard on the outside. And for the price, serving iceberg lettuce over butter lettuce is kind of a funny choice (visually, and taste-wise.) To be honest? I would not be calling out the lettuce if the ready of the sandwich was edible. My brother's fish and chips sort of had the same "value" quality look and taste to it. For $20 minimum per entree... very disappointing.

Service was fine but I had got the fish and chips and it was more like fish sticks chowder was good though not as much bacon as I had hoped for but definitely way over priced you're paying more for the view then the food for sure and don't get the shrimp taste like dirt.

Fresh seafood in good portions. Nice atmosphere with view of the sound and coming and go ferry. We made the last minute decision to visit for dinner at 5:30pm on Monday. The place was packed but they managed to let us in fairly quick without reservation maybe due to right after the happy hour was done. Copper river salmon featured the menu of the day, both kind and sockeye. My son ordered the duo which was the waiters recommendation so he can try both salmon. I ordered the halibut. They were pretty good portions priced at 40-50$. I had some vodka based cocktail and the lemon drop, very good! This is the place to go when the weather is nice, just to make the day complete it right.

Got the best seat in the house! We were there for drinks and a light snack. Drinks we ordrred the Whidby Lemondrop in Raspberry, the Bloody Mary with the House infused cilantro and Jalapeño infused vodka, and the Chukanut Pilsner. Food we ordered the bread basket in half herb and half sourdough Drinks were delicious. The Lemondrop was not too sweet, and tasted fresh, the infused vodka was a great addition to the bloody mary, and bread was fresh and hot. Or server Eric was wonderful, friendly and welcoming. All of our orders came timely and we had a great time in the sun with a beautiful view. When the skies are clear you get a perfect view of the mountains, the ferry passing by, and the islands! I was nervous with the seagulls flying by at first but they never got to close for comfort. As time went by it just became part of the experience and all went perfect.

Had a weekend brunch here and I wasn't aware of this location until I was told about it. It's a nice location by the water which we got to see at our table since we had a window seat. This Ivar's is not the fish and chips fast food restaurant. This is the more classy kind of place where you would feel under dressed going in with shorts and a tee. Of course, you're allowed to go in like that, but definitely wouldn't fit the setting. Preferably to dress a bit nicer here. I had an enjoyable experience and ordered a nice mimosa and a salmon hash with egg and bacon. The presentation was nice until I devoured it all. It was a good portion and tasted great. Not much else I could say about this dish. I paid for what I wanted and I got it. Service was solid. Very professional and came by enough times to see how we were doing. Got the occasional water refill and had our plates taken away when we're done and ready. I enjoyed the dining experience and would definitely come back again. Parking was easy to get across the street in the designated Ivar's parking lot. Don't get confused with the paid parking else you will be paying for parking that you didn't need to in the first place.

I went there with my wife and ordered the mixed grill seafood for two. What came out was hardly enough for one and the meal was $84 I know glitches can happen in the kitchen. The other couple in our table said are you kidding me will you have enough to eat? The waitress should have known better to take but she didn't and I had to bring it to her attention. She spoke with the manager and ga us a discount and the manager never came to apologize . I don't advise anyone ordering that dish. Ivars is known for their seafood, I really feel like I was really being Jipped if I had not said something again to the waitress We would of paid full price for what it wasn't a full meal. They would of let slide if you don't complain.

I enjoyed a very nice dinner here with my partner. The wait was 20 minutes; so we sat at the bar, and service was still great! I got the blackened tacos with salmon, the chips and salsa on the side were excellent. I also shared an appetizer with my boyfriend that included a caesar salad that was so delicious I forgot to take a photo of it. The view from inside the restaurant was great, and the pier right outside was even better.