Ivar's Seafood Bar

Ordered clams and chips and a seafood combo to go. When I got home and opened the order I was very disappointed! Seafood combo was great. Clams and chips were the worst I’ve ever had. The clams looked like they had been in the deep fryer two or three times. They were so had I couldn’t even bite into them. We eat at this location frequently. I’m thinking twice before going back!

Missing fries/chips in 2 dishes. 5 piece cod and 3 piece cajun are missing chips as per photos. The dishes ordered had "__ N' Chips" in the name, and missing the "chips" in both dishes. I've never received fish without chips before from Ivar's, so this was a shock. We have ordered from this location before, and we had always had our food. This is the first we are missing parts of a dish. They bundle and organized them all nicely for us and into 1 large bag. Seems we will have to open all their bags now to double check their work... We did fill the QR review slip that was included in the bag. 9/13/2025

A nice theme from the Ivar’s restaurant. Clam chowder was great and as I remember it. The shrimp cocktail has mini shrimp and the cocktail sauce is a bit thick for this dish. The fish and chips dish has small portions of cod that were really very tasty! Service was great and responsive. Would come here again!

I liked the atmosphere. Cute diner design with a lot of pride in their chowder and food. I had one of their combos with clams n chips and chowder with a drink. It wasn't too expensive. You can also get as much tartar sauce as you want for dipping. The food here is battered and fried seafood. You get what you're looking for. I do wish some things were cleaner like the cups in the sauce station.

A slight wait as the cashier is also the server who brings your food to your table. Shout out to that fellow. Didn't get his name. Was looking for fried fish ended up going with the salmon once eye got there. Excellent choice. Over wild rice served with cole slaw and a muffin that was like a treat in its own right. The cinnamon bun cheesecake was.... go find out for yourself. My Brother had the strawberry champagne cheesecake.

Excellent food as we come to expect from Ivan's over the long years. It is always fresh. Yummy. Tasty. Delicious, piping hot ,full of flavor, enjoyable with every bite, till the last bite. Then you add those extra condiments to send the the flavors to another higher level. Good portions for the price. Good friendly customer service Clean place. Convenient location. Lots of parking . Easy in & out parking lot

Food was fresh and good but wow the prices were high and the fish are so tiny. I asked for some normal size pieces after the disappointment I experienced last time and the cashier didn’t apologize or acknowledge the issue. He also didn’t seem to actually do anything about my request because he never said a word to the cook. Pieces were better but still small.

It was our first time here and Marisol was great! She was so patient and kind and gave us some recommendations on what to get! She was also kind enough to let us try the clam chowder before we purchased! If you are reading this get the clam chowder!

In general, I've had solid experiences with Ivars, numerous locations, and always consistent, generally a solid 3.2 Stars always. However, the one here in Bellevue is a step tad above. The food seems always a bit hotter (much appreciated) without overcooking, breading always perfect the service always friendly and chefs cooking so well. My favorite Ivars. Nice that is close to work and work discount too :) Highly recommend.

The man was in the mood for a fish sandwich and Ivars was where we landed. And I have to say, it ended up being a great choice. This location has plenty of seating and a big counter to order at. We went with two fish sandwiches and a chicken sandwich. All orders came with fries. The fish sandwich with fries was $8 and some change. A fantastic deal of you ask me. Our food came out piping out! I mean HOT! The fish fillet on our sandwich was big and more than I expected. It was crunchy on the outside and flaky on the inside. I also ordered chowder and it was okay. Little on the watery side. I'd come back here definitely for that fish sandwich but wouldn't order the chowder again. They have a self service bar with a variety of tartar sauce, malt vinegar and ketchup. Great service from the staff too!

Service was prompt. Food came out hot! The place definitely has an old school vibe. We tried the cajun cod, panko halibut, and the coconut prawns. All were delicious and had a light batter, rather than that thick breading you get other places. The fries were crispy tasted much better than they looked. Nothing was overly greasy either. As a bonus, an employee came by and offered some Andes chocolates! If you like fast fried fish, I would recommend checking them out.

Everything great! It was our first visit to this ivar and we were pleasantly surprised by the staff and the food was all the expectations

I think the price is a good deal for a salad + fish. I'm also a fan of the old school diner vibe. However I'm not impressed by the salmon - kinda fishy (the fish knees is so strong that I had to cover it with a lot of vinegar) and more cooked than I would like. Fish and chips was a big disappointment - we couldn't even finish it because how heavy it tasted in the mouth

A Seattle (Puget Sound) institution, this instance of Ivar's Seafood Bar in Bellevue is a good place to get inexpensive fried seafood in a fast casual environment. Ivar's is famous in the Seattle area, serving up their famous clam chowder and fish'n'chips from a variety of locations. It was founded at Pier 54 Seattle (now a popular tourist attraction) in 1946 as Ivar's Acres of Clams and there continues to be two additional full service restaurants. Where most people know Ivar's is through their clam chowder (sold and/or served in many, many places throughout Puget Sound area including the Delta SkyClub lounge at SeaTac which I frequently frequent) and their Seafood Bar, whose 18 locations serve up various seafood items, sourced from both East and West Coasts. I visited Ivar's during our first reconnaissance visit to Seattle 3 winters ago (and remember really liking it), so wanted to try their seafood again on this current visit in '24. So on a chilly night near the last days of '24, took a walk for carry-out. It's a fast food set-up, with one line: you look up to figure out what you like, place your order and pay. You can then wait around the register (if carry-out) or be seated if dining-in (where the food will be delivered to you once ready). Got the famous fish'n'chips (5 pieces $15.99) and oysters 'n chips ($12.79). The food was served in disposable paper food trays, one upside down to keep everything together, and both dishes fit in a small paper bag. Both were still hot when we got home. One really important thing about Ivar's is that they still use cod in their fish'n'chips, which is the perfect fish for English style. These were served 'finger' style, and were mostly fish with a very thin layer of bedding. All prereqs for a very good dish as I remembered....unfortunately this batch of cod wasn't great...the fish was extremely dense, to the point of it being dry. Maybe it wasn't the loin, but a different part of the fish? It was saved a bit with the tartar sauce, but once I finished, the best description I could think of was that it was food services grade...something you would expect at any cafeteria or outlet that sources their fish from an efficient food distributor. It came with batter dipped shoestring fries, which are my least favorite...you taste so much of the batter instead of the potato. But it did come with a good cocktail sauce: eating fries dipped in cocktail sauce reminds me of my younger days when Long John Silver was what I considered to be a good seafood restaurant. I did enjoy my fried oysters, much of it retaining the real brininess of the sea that I really like. But oysters tend to really soak up the frying oil (as it doesn't keep its shape well and the batter/breading will slide off)...hard to eat enough to satisfy a meal without being overloaded with grease. Yes, I think the food would have been a bit better if I ate it on-site, but not enough to make it equal to what I had before. I just don't think the sourced quality is as good, and with something as simple as fish'n'chips, you can't really fix that with a better cooking method. But the prices here are good for seafood, the fried oysters are worth eating if you like them, and the clam chowder (though not eaten on this visit) is consistent and filling (and delicious).

Ivar's has delicious clam chowder. And wonderful fish and chips. I always ask for extra crispy French fries. Yum! Customers order and pay at the counter. The freshly prepared food is brought to your table. Parking is easy.

- good deal but food was mid - Food: 2 stars Price: 4 stars Service: 3 stars Ambiance: 3 stars Overall: 3 stars There was a B1G1 fish n chips deal on Fridays this month, so we stopped by and got the 3 piece cod fish and chips. We also tried the Bulgarian cream churros. It was packed on Friday night, about 80% full. This is my third time at this location, and I've never seen it being this full before. We paid $20.61 (after tips) for the meal, and they currently have a buy $25 dollar gift card and get $5 gift card free promotion going on. I think it's a good time to use the promotion and try it out for anyone who's interested. I do think the fried fish was on the smaller side today, and it's a bit dry. The fries were fine, as a safe dish should be. Churro was a bit too sweet for me, and you could barely taste the cream. It's still a good deal, but I doubt I will stop by often unless there is another deal going on or if I want chowder.

Everytime we have been here (a lot) we have really great customer service. It's very well run, clean, and the workers seem to care about their job. The food tastes great.

Just as I was about to take another bite of my fish, I noticed a worm right in the center. I removed it and brought it to the manager's attention. He told me this was "normal" and that they usually try to pick them out before serving. I wasn't offered a refund or any reassurance, and now I'm genuinely worried I might get sick.**EDIT I was refunded by the store.

Absolutely love this place that has been around for years and years. The fish and chips are always awesome, fresh and Krispy and the fries are way better than McDonalds. The service is quick, friendly and always greeted with a warm smile and welcoming. The ambiance is classic love the look and feel as we always enjoy casual sit down meal. Looking forward to our next visit.

Right after my food was brought out, a guy came in who smelled so strongly of rotting feces that I and another customer had to leave. I wouldn't blame the restaurant for something like that normally, but according to the employees, he's a regular and the smell complaints about him come in often. It seemed like they didn't plan on doing anything about it. I can't overstate how bad the smell was. After leaving, I tried going to another restaurant but wasn't allowed in because I had picked up enough of his lingering scent that I also smelled disgusting. In the end, I had to go home and send my clothes through the wash rather than eat out. If any of that sounds unpleasant to you, avoid this place. There are good places in the area that wouldn't put up with this.

The timing aligned and I managed to get some clam chowder into me. I drove past this outlet on my way to get cupcakes in the morning. It was not opened then but it was close to opening time (11 am). So I decided to detour back after getting the cupcakes and it was open by then. I was not hungry as I had breakfast so I just ordered a small cup of chowder. The staff was lovely. She gave me time to look over the menu board and made recommendations. I would get the bread bowl chowder next time when I was not full. She offered water when I said I just wanted the small cup of chowder. While it looked like a fast food set up as you ordered at the counter. They actually served you by bringing the tray of food over to your table. That was unexpected. This place has been there for 20+ years and you can see a regular stream people coming in, mostly ordering take out. Good to know this Ivar's is so close to my favorite cupcake place.

I stopped by for a late lunch on a weekday. My family and I have been coming to this location for many years. I always order the 4 piece fish and chips (cajun style). The food itself is okay quality for fast food. The decor has remained relatively unchanged over the years, but everything is clean and service is quick and friendly. Plenty of seating and room in the parking lot as well.

Great spot, was in town and looking for some good eats. The clam chowder was on point and all the food was ready fast. Definitely worth checking out!

The big lady at the front is very rude, she should not be in the front for customer service. The food was not good at all.

Hadn't been here in a couple years and definitely a noticeable change in portion. I had the seafood dish with one fish, clam strips and popcorn shrimp. Tiny tiny pieces of shrimp and fish. Seems like everything has shrunk in amount and size for the same amount of price.

Disappointed. Visiting from Florida and wanted a good lunch. I got the Caesar salad and halibut. There was barely any salad in my container. It covered the bottom of the tray and unfortunately the fish was dry/overcooked. Not worth $20. The clam chowder was okay. :( -cashier was nice though!

Swing in here tonight for some to go at the last minute. They were super accommodating as they were about to close. Got the fish and Substitute a Caesar salad for fries. Fried jumbo shrimp's and fries delicious. Their fries are of the frozen type but they are really good.Clam chowder outstanding. They were prompt and courteous and took care of me at the last minute. Kudos Ivan's We would've had to cereal if not for you! I would definitely go here again.

I was really disappointed considering it's supposed to famous for the Seattle - Sound area, and I've often heard - 'Oh you have to go to Ivar's' since moving to WA a decade ago. It did not live up to the hype. I had better in the desert! I got a 3 pc Cod. Which is really one piece of fish broken into 3 pieces. And it was not great. It seemed slightly over-cooked. The fries were limpish. The oil the fries was cooked in was definitely old - It is also cooked in a Canola (I think). I would not go there again. The floors were sticky but overall the restaurant was clean. The service was good which is why I gave it 3 stars.

Hands down the best visit I've had! Always delicious but tonight our order was exceptional. 2 piece Panko fish-n-chips and Salmon-n-chips...hot, fresh and moist...fries were perfect...portion size was perfect for the price. It was just a great dinner and we can't wait to come back. Called ahead and picked up and the customer service was 5 stars! Great job and thank you!

Not going to lie, I'm pretty disappointed in the portion w the given price. The fish is the size of my index finger w the girth of a carrot. Substituted salad was also pretty small. Clam chowder is good even tho the crackers given r extremely limited. Food is good but just not the quantity

We got the 2 entrees for $12 and my baby prawns were good! Also first time having my fries with garlic vinegar. The spicy calamari was indeed not spicy but the calamari itself was pretty good.

I had no idea this was a Seattle chain, but my friend who's a local to the area recommended it! This location is a sit down but their other locations are of all different varieties. Being my first time, I got the fish and chips which was quite a sizeable portion for the price. They also have tartar sauce, ketchup, and a couple of others at your disposal. The cashier even came out and brought our food to us which I thought was a nice touch and very unexpected. The fish itself was nicely good and the fries were also perfectly crispy. I'd recommend trying this spot!

Man I love this place!!! Was craving a fish sandwich today and Ivar's exceeded my expectations. $10.29 for a perfectly crisp and juicy Panko crusted cod sandwich on a Hawaiian bun!!! Makes me never want a filet-o-fish again. The gal at the counter was so kind too. I will definitely be coming back here more often.

Service was incredibly quick! Although if I'd left more promptly I would've been missing an item. The food was good, very hot, maybe a little on the greasy side. Restaurant itself is reasonably clean, and I love sauces so I appreciate a counter where I can pump my own (tartar, sweet tartar, ketchup, cocktail; garlic vinegar, malt vinegar, ..something else I can't recall now). Nice place to fulfill a quick fried food craving.

Upon reading the reviews, I made sure that we parked in a space that was clearly marked for parking at Ivar's. We got in on a Sunday before the dinner crowd and ate indoors and ordered the grilled halibut and the grilled salmon with coleslaw and cornbread and hubby also had a bowl of red clam chowder! The chowder was nice and hot and tasty! We also enjoyed our meals and although we would enjoy more ambience, we were there for the food! The fish were meaty and portions were just right for our hunger!

Jumbo prawns and chips and Beach Boys music quite a nice experience got complimentary lemons certainly would recommend and looking forward to trying the planko breaded kings Hawaiian fish sandwich next time!

Most slow incompetent rude employees. It is a shame because I wanted to try this place. The staff fighting and standing around looking confused in between orders. The lady behind the counter was extremely unprofessional and sloppy. She was so rude to a customer about his cold food that they got in an argument about making him new fry's. No need to be treated rude if I'm paying good money to dine at a restaurant

Lots of parking but also walkable. I've ordered twice now - once in-store as takeout and once as a mobile pickup. The order has been right both times with a very short wait on the in-store order, and the food was great! I've never been to Ivar's before as someone who recently moved to the area, and really enjoyed both the fish & chips and the sandwich. Also enjoyed being able to read some of the place's story on the walls while waiting.

I love your fish n' chips and ceasar salads. Food qulity is consistent everytime we go. Noise level is comfortable. Ambiance can use an updated look.

Definitely not the same ambiance from the one at the Lake :S but at least we can have a bite of their delicious food. Mum wanted some chowder while we were doing errands so we decide to visit this super convenient location. It is small with an easy spot in their small parking lot. I have to say that the chowder wasn't as tasty as other locations. And tables were not that clean. We ate fast and continue are mission as the place was not that inviting and smells kinda funny.

Have always been a fan of Ivar's. Their chowder is my fav. Also we like their grilled fish and rice. It was near by our house in 2016 and we often use to visit.

This is our favorite Ivar's! Their cuts are the best, much better than others we've tried except for the Salmon House on lake Washington. We go here often! The service is good as well. Delicious food every time without fail.

A common household name for a quick seafood bite, but a bit underwhelming for my first visit. The fish and chips prices seem reasonable, but they were tiny. I wasn't impressed with the soft and thin basic batter, while the fries were just what you would expect. For the cost of the fried scallops, the amount and sizes of them was lacking as well. The (white) clam chowder was passable and I'm glad it wasn't salty, but the consistency was a a bit watery. Parking is abundant. The inside of the place was clean. The employee expediting food was very nice, can't say the same about the cashier who was standoffish.

it's not about their food, it's about their attitud! and my rating is ZERO! BTW, don't park your car in their parking if you decide to go for a walk after you're done, otherwise your car will be towed in less than an hour And you'll get charged for $500 for leaving your car in Ivar parking! That's what happened to me! Ivar is dead to me.

I have never been disappointed with anything I have ordered at ivars. The fish is excellent, the fries are on point, and th clam chowder is delicious. The service makes me feel comfortable and at home, very courteous. I like eating in at the restaurant sometimes, but most times I get take out. Dining area is always clean and it is family friendly. One of my favorite places to get a bite to eat!

Ivar's never disappoints! I came here for lunch and the place was pretty steady on a Sunday. I didn't wait long in line to order and my food came shortly after, as one of the employees delivered it to my table. I ordered the Fish & Chips, with the salmon over the standard cod and a cup of the Salmon Chowder, which I think is better than the Clam Chowder! If you haven't tried it yet, I recommend getting the Salmon Chowder the next time you're at Ivar's! The Salmon Chowder has that smoky salmon flavor with a hint of spice, which is yummy! I also like that the chowder has a thick texture, making it heartier with plenty of pieces of salmon in it. The Salmon & Chips come with four pieces of salmon. (As you can tell - I love salmon!) There's not much to the entree, but it's solid, with the salmon perfectly fried with plenty of fries on the side. What's also nice about this Ivar's is that you can help yourself to as much of the condiments as you'd like, including tartar sauce. Sometimes at other seafood eateries you have to ask for more tartar sauce, and they may even charge you for extra sauces. But here you can help yourself to as much tartar, cocktail sauce, etc... as you'd like. They even have one of those Coca-Cola machines with a touch screen where you can customize your beverage, as there are plenty of choices for pop, juices and teas in this machine, including low-calorie and sugar-free options! Overall, this is a great Ivar's with seafood that always hits the spot. There's something for everyone here. Keep Clam and Carry On!

Clean restaurant/ very friendly crew. Came out on 7/8/23 ( want to acknowledge the guys working that night) Service was fast. You can usually tell how good they are by how many people are waiting on food. I usually go to the one on Coulon Park but summer time can get crazy. Might be worth the drive to come out to Issaquah. Thanks guys.

I got the Seafood Combo Platter through Postmates for about $10. It had clams, small prawns, and one piece of cod on top of a plate of fries. I ordered online and picked it up in the store. It was not crowded at all inside or outside, and there was plenty of parking.

Really impressed with Ivar's in Bellevue today. I stopped in for a late lunch - I ordered the #1 which comes with a drink , cup of chowder, one piece of cod and fries. Our cashier/ server was extremely friendly and welcoming ! We sat down and within seconds we had our chowder - sooo good but please wait for it to cool down do not be like me and power through the heat - you will leave with a numb tongue (low key worth it ). I think it was a whopping 5 minutes until our food arrived .. again hot! And I say this appreciatively since there is nothing worse than cold fries and I'm sure cold fish. Everything was delicious - the restaurant was super clean and tidy. I will absolutely be back !

Taste- ***** Service- **** Ambiance- **** Parking- **** The legendary Ivars did not disappoint! For an $8 lunch I cannot ask for more quality and taste. My fish n chips and shrimp n chips were perfectly cooked- crispy, not oily on the outside, moist and tender on the inside. The chowder bowl and fries were both pretty good. Overall I'm really happy this is in my neighborhood.

The food at Ivar's in Bellevue has been very good and we've eaten there (and gotten takeout) about once a month for about 2 years. About a week ago we bought takeout again and were very disappointed with the food when we got home. The food had been prepared some time before and the French fries were kind of stiff and cold. It's' pretty pricey at Ivar's like everywhere these days so we'll just stop eating there, maybe try it again next summer.

It wasn't as good as what I remembered, but still good enough to have me come back again. I see a lot of older folks here, so maybe it's a common concept. I had the clam chowder and one of the fish-and-chips plates. I'd probably order the same thing again. Fast service and friendly employees. A lot of parking spots available.

Ivar's is a classic when it comes to fish and chips, Although it may be considered "fast food" by some, I find that their fish is hard to beat. The fish is always has a nice flakiness to it and is covered with a thin breading...the pieces are very substantial and filling. A dip of the slightly sweet tarter sauce perfects each bite. As for the fries....they are alright, but could be crispier. They seem to get soggy fairly easily since they're in a compact pile with the fish on top. I consider the pricing to be pretty reasonable. It's about $22 for a "boat" which includes a chowder, 10 pieces of fish, fries and coleslaw (enough for up to 3 people). I've always had a good experience here, but on my most recent visit, they forgot to substitute red chowder in the "boat" even though it was recorded on the receipt. We had taken our order to go, so we didn't notice this mistake until we unpacked everything. Note: Photo below is from a different visit. We tried the Shrimp & Chips, however this only included 6 large shrimp on a pile of fries. It was about $9 for the entree, which is pretty steep, coming to about $1.5 per shrimp. Although they tasted great, I would still stick with the classic fish and chips.

This place is certainly nothing fancy, it's like a fast food restaurant, you order at the counter and pick it up when ready. But it's really clean, good food and great service. I love the Salmon Caesar Salad and the fried scallops with coleslaw. Great for delivery.

It's Ivars. Consistent fresh fried food. The fish may seem a bit pricy but try living in the South where it is catfish. No comparison. You are lucky to have that here. Fries done to order and not waiting under a red light. They must use two fryers as the fries don't taste like fish. The guy at the registrar was polite and brought out my food and some wipes for when I was done. Can't eat here everyday but beats the other fried fish places hands down. Clean and a cool coke delivery machine.

Joined a group of my colleagues here at Ivar's for dinner during a recent business trip to Seattle. Working at a non-profit, once we were seated we realized the prices for most of the entree items were way out of our reimbursement rate and I asked if we could have happy hour menus instead. We were informed that happy hour was only served in the bar, and so we quickly packed up and moved over to the bar section, where fortunately we found a table for five and much more palatable prices. We were greeted warmly by Nations, who got us set up in a jiffy! Half-price fish & chips (a bit smaller than the regular menu but still plenty), chowder samplers, and delicious salmon blts were all favorites. Nations thought we were teachers (one of my colleagues was rocking some professorial looking glasses) and he gave us exceptional service, saying "teachers deserve to be taken care of too!". I let him know that we weren't teachers but non-profit workers, and he laughed and thanked us for what we do, and kept the great service coming. Very kind & charming. Food was tasty, service was exceptional AND there's free ping-pong tables and other fun games out front! Thanks Ivar's!

Ivar's is like an 80's or 90's movie you thought was the greatest thing you've ever seen. However, when you watch it again as an adult, it just doesn't quite hold up. To me, it's SpaceCamp. I mean, who actually believes NASA will be so reckless to send children into space? Anyway, I digress. When I was a kid, I remembered my dad used to take us to Ivar's for Fish 'n Chips. It was so good! Dipping the fried cod fish into that Tartar Sauce was the perfect combination. Wanting to try and recreate that magic, I stopped by last Friday for their Blue Friday special, 2 entrees for $12. I ordered two 3 piece Fish 'n Chips. One for me and one for my pops! I also added a cup of Clam Chowder for myself. I decided to eat my 3 piece and chowder at the restaurant. The fish was what I expected. It was flaky, but the batter around the fish was not as crunchy as I remembered. As for the fries, they were soggy, even just coming out of the fryer. It probably could've been better if it was double fried or flash fried. On the bright side, the White Clam Chowder was what I remembered. Plenty of potatoes and clams with the right amount of creaminess. I could've eaten a Tanker of that chowder. I might be too hard on Ivar's because I set too high of a standard. I was hoping the original recipe they've had all these years would hold up, but it just didn't. Nonetheless, I'd be willing to give them the benefit of the doubt and give them another shot for a quick lunch.