Jack's Fish Spot

It's all about the location. It's lunch time and they claim to have the freshest seafood. Its a seafood retail shop that sells food. But what they sell is pretty fresh, and kinda expensive for what you get. But its rhe location and the experience of eating here. We ordered 6 oysters, dungeness crab (MP), fish (cod) and chips and a bowl of clam chowder. The clam chowder was the standout. Perfect. Not to salty. Not too buttery. Dungeness crab was both expensive and dare I say "not fresh." We steam live dungeness crab during crab season and so I know that this was a dead crab for days/weeks. Oysters were fresh- small but fresh. Fish & chips- the fish/cod was fresh, but small portions. The French fries were soggy-not good. Last comment: Good luck finding a place to sit down. It's public seating wherever you can find it.

Me and my wife came into Seattle for a concert on Saturday and decided to check out the market and scope out things before the day. We decided since we are from Boise Idaho we would try some fish and chips since we knew it would be fresh so we chose Jack's. It was very very good, the cod was cooked excellent and the fries were amazing. 10/10 would recommend and will definitely be back.

Clam chowder had great flavor but almost no clam. The salmon was overcooked and dry, and the Ahi Tuna was 2x overcooked and dry. The sauce was good on the tuna. The fries were okay, the broccoli had no seasoning. Overall, wouldn't go back and wouldn't recommend.

Jack’s Fish Spot at Pike Place Market is a hidden gem for seafood lovers. I tried the halibut fish and chips, and it was absolutely delicious—crispy on the outside, tender and flaky inside. The freshness of the fish is evident, and the portion size was satisfying. The staff were friendly and efficient, making the dining experience even better. Be sure to arrive before they close at 6 PM to enjoy their offerings. Highly recommend for a quick and tasty seafood meal in Seattle!

fried Cod was really good. had the right amount of crisp. friends were fresh. Tartar sauce was not too pickle-y and had lots of dill.

Ordered fish & chips (3-piece halibut) $17.99: - It says 3 pieces on the menu but each pieces are small but they make up for it by giving you one or two extra pieces. - Exterior is panko, fried just right. However the meat inside is dry, very uncharacteristic of halibut, which should be juicy and flaky. - Fries are very disappointing. Over-seasoned and majority of it is over-fried, soft and oily, meaning the oil isn’t drained properly after frying.

Stopped in for a little snack. Cool spot in Puke Market. Fresh seafood and food. We enjoyed Dungeness Crab cocktail here, and it was so delicious and fresh. There was a cute spot available to sit and eat. Definitely recommend.

While on our first trip to Seattle and Pike Place Market we looked for a good place to eat lunch. Jack’s Fish Spot came highly recommended, so we decided to try it. We ordered a cup of chowder, fish taco, and fish and chips. We received the chowder immediately and we quickly realized why Jack’s is so popular, it was delicious! So creamy with lots of chunks of potato and clams. We hadn’t even finished the chowder when our order was ready! The taco was stuffed with battered fish and cabbage in a creamy sauce with just a bit of heat. The fish and chips were perfectly crispy and flaky with skin on fries seasoned to perfection. We dipped it in the tartar sauce which was a delicate addition in flavor. The entire experience from the staff to the food was amazing! I highly recommend Jack’s on your visit to the Market!!!

Stopped here for some clam chowder yesterday! No line, but they did run out of bread bowls. We shared a large bowl of clam chowder which was delicious! It's on the thicker side of chowders which I prefer. Plentiful clams inside and I loved the skin on potatoes, too. No seating provided except for the pikes public seating in the back. We ended up only finding a table next to the trash. If you're not wanting to wait in long lines for chowder but still enjoy something at pikes place, this is a great option!

Definitely get what you pay for here. Bland, tasteless food which goes with the price tag but what really made it a deal breaker for me are the dirty clams covered in sand and rocks. I almost broke a tooth biting into one of them. The staff is either exhausted or underpaid or both as the customer service is as lacking as the food. My suggestion would be to raise the prices so you can offer quality products that people will be lining up for. Seafood is simple as long as it's fresh and cook well seasoned.

Ordered the Halibut and Cod fish and chips. 3.5/5 Honestly, it was underwhelming. When I think of fish and chips I'd imagine large pieces of deep fried fish. The fish was small and not really "panko" battered as they described. Yeah they tasted good but the sizing was just not worth it. French fries did taste good. Decent thickness with some crunch and some soggy ones.

We stopped by Jack's Fish Spot for a quick bite while walking through Pike Place Market, and wow--this place is a gem! We grabbed a cup of the clam chowder, and it was literally the best I've ever had. Super flavorful, creamy, and perfectly balanced with nice chunks of clams and potato--not too heavy or overwhelming. I added a touch more salt and two packs of pepper, and it was absolutely outstanding. If you're strolling through the market or just craving great seafood, this is 100% your spot. Quick, delicious, and full of local charm. Def will be stopping by for another bowl before heading out! Unreal

I would classify this as a tourist spot that locals appreciate. Some classic options that any fish lover would love, a delightful atmosphere along the market, great smells. The food came out quickly and open seating next to the grill made the experience fairly seamless. The Chowder was really good. The fish and chips were really heavy, it was plenty of food by itself. But be warned it was pretty oily. It sat in my gut like lead. With that said, it was still really tasty. I just didn't like how I felt after eating it. Would I go again? Yes. I will say the local lady who gave me recommendations for my next visit was much friendlier than the staff. Next time I will likely try something grilled instead of fried! But definitely will get the chowder again.

Definitely a spot for tourists. In terms of quality, the pieces of fish were small and fried to a dark brown colour (which usually means the frying oil isn't changed out regularly). Same with the fries. I was sharing the order with a friend and we both couldn't finish it. I do think this is a convenient spot though as the service was quick and the location was in the market (adding to the busy bustling market experience). The prices were also decent, but I don't know if I'd come back here a second time, maybe to try their chowder. The fries and fish were definitely below average.

I have no complaints! There was no wait and the food came out pretty quickly. Everything was piping hot and perfectly crispy. I appreciate that the fries seem to be cut in-house instead of frozen fries. There are plenty of fresh seafood options here, so it is definitely worth the trip when visiting Pike Place. Note that there is limited seating space.

Hit or miss based on what you get. Hit : a solid $13 crab cocktail and fried seafood that's fast and hot with good dose of fries. Miss: cioppino, lacking in both seasoning and big chunks of seafood. Miss: seafood tacos, which are lovely seasoning and the fish is perfect but there's two bites of it. It's pricey and there's lines. Dude, it's the market, you're paying for water views and you're probably a tourist (I used to live here, now I'm a tourist too). Suck it up.

My partner and I were super happy to stumble upon this spot during a busy Sunday in Pike Place! Line: average - moved very quickly though/service was fast and still friendly Ambiance: the established seating area was a bit messy, however we were there on an extremely busy day (still not sure how I feel though - I guess if you walk around with your food it doesn't really matter) Food: delicious!! I got oysters and my partner got tacos - we both loved them and thought they were fresh (photo attached) If/when we return to Pike Place when we travel to Seattle in the future, I would definitely return here!

Love love this spot! I never miss having the crab cocktail. Crab is super fresh each time.

Best oysters I've had so far! The place is definitely a tourist place and not made to be a sit down place with a big family. It's an eat a run kind of place. We also ordered the chowder and the fish and chips, both were ok. A little under seasoned and the fish and chips were very oily. The last thing we tried was the mussels, definitely not our favorite. They definitely could use some flavor. Service was amazing! Food was out pretty quickly !

Jack's Fish Spot filled my craving for not only fresh fish n chips, but also fresh oysters for $2.99 a piece! There was a small line when I got there but it moved quick and the food came out quick as well. Staff had a great dynamic and were all so friendly. There's limited bar seating that gets crammed easily but the staff keeps it clean which I appreciated with all the people coming in and out.

On a quick Trip to Seattle and really wanted to try fish at the Pike Market. Found that this place cooked fish and chips and didn't disappoint. Came to eat here 2 out of the 3 days we were in Seattle. Had the Halibut And Chips one day. Than the Fish tacos and Shrimp and chips the next. Totally recommend the tartar sauce, I paired it with everything. We know where to come back the next time We're in town. Front of Shop has the most competitive price for smoked Salmon. Super good, the staff is super friendly and they let us try some samples. Definitely had to bring some back home

I was craving some fish and chips so I decided to try this spot out. The staff was friendly and patient. There wasn't a line and I didn't have to wait long for the food. I ordered the 3 piece cod with fries. The fish was fresh with a crispy batter. The fries were cooked well. The tartar sauce paired well with the fish! I would love to try their other items on the menu, such as the salmon and clam chowder, next time!

We always get steamers! Deliciousness service was quick for the amount of people they had in the line. Ambiance was a fish joint with bar stool seating. I Looove seafood so if you do, visit this joint!

Located inside Pikes Place Market. Can get very crowded since it's also a tourists area, but ordering was quick and simple. The crowd adds to the experience and atmosphere of this place. We got the clam chowder and it was flavorful and good amount of clams. We've had other items here in the past and they were good. Worth a visit to try some of their food as a snack or quick bite, and to experience the marketplace.

This place is such an institution at the market. The best chowder and fish and chips that are so fresh. Million dollar ambiance for $15 bucks!

Fast service and good fried seafood and chowder. Liked the halibut and chips and the garlic fries best. The clam chowder this time had a LOT of dill but still was good.

Stopped by Jack's Fish Spot in Seattle while exploring Pike Place Market. Grabbed the clam chowder and fish & chips -- both were just okay. The chowder was creamy with a decent amount of clams, but kind of bland. Fish & chips looked great but didn't have much flavor beyond the fried batter. Fries were pretty average. Cool little spot with fresh seafood and quick service, but honestly, I was expecting more based on the location and the reviews. Not bad if you're already nearby, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it.

Food was fresh and tasty but the scallops were a bit hard. Not sure if it was a little over cooked or not but still tasted good. Service was quick and friendly. The seafood was good but most of it was fried and the batter was not as tasty or light to show case the seafood.

Very delicious food. I really wanted to have some fish and chips, and this place hit the spot. Service was decent. The ambience seemed authentic though also not as professional. But I think that adds to the style. The prices are pretty good.

I cannot abide by the low reviews...Jacks is BOMB. Yes, it's a walk-up with crammed seating with questionable hygiene. But seriously, you're at Pike's! You know...the tourist trap with an alley filled with chewed bubblegum!!! Okay...so real talk...Jack's is some of the best food you'll get at Pike's at some of the best prices!! Their fried fish is fresh, tasty, and comes out HOT!!! The chowder is INCREDIBLE...some of the best in Seattle (yeah...I said it...come at me!). And their oysters are some of the best I've ever had!! So slide up to the counter, order everything, and wait for them to call your number. Come as you are, and for God's sake...be respectful. These guys are some of the hardest working best guys in fish!! Tell 'em I sent ya!!

This place had one of the best salmon in Seattle. The salmon is fresh, soft, and has lots of flavors. Their salmon is delicious, but all the other food here was gross. The fries were very soggy and nasty. The batter for the fish and chips was so bad and tasted like batter for chicken nuggets. The fish did taste fresh, but it did make up for the batter. Even the tater sauce was not good, either. We were very disappointed. The service at this place was good, but it is just a grab-and-go. This place could be cleaner, and there are few seats to eat at. Overall, I would go back to this place to get a quick salmon. This would not be my first place to go in Pike's place for lunch or to take tourists.

Decent quick stop for a fish fry in the market. Seating is limited, and it's crowded and loud. But the food came out quickly and hit the spot!

I was in the market on a Sunday looking for an early lunch and decided to try the salmon fish and chips here. They cook everything to order so it comes out fresh and hot! Seriously, be careful not to burn your mouth. The salmon was delicious in the crispy coating and it was not greasy. The fries were fresh and tasty too. Staff were friendly and helpful. The only downside is that the market is so crowded and seating is so limited that most likely you'll need to eat while walking. Fish and chips worked reasonably well for this, but the grilled items would have been trickier. Seating is limited to a bar area with stools and a few tables around the corner shared by a few places.

When in the Pacific Northwest, fish is where it's at. Fresh fish, well done. But cleanliness also counts. Here at the counter on the outer ring of Pike's Market teeming with people, Jack's appears to struggle with the clean up that comes with voluminous sales. Empty ketchup containers, paper, cold fry remnants abound, taking from the freshness of the fish. Batter on the fish was not completely cooked with the liquidy texture against the fish. Perhaps an off day.

I arrived at Jack's Fish Spot a couple of minutes after 12pm, and as soon as I placed my order there was a pretty long line. I ate Jack's clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl. $13 was the cost of this dish. I was neither impressed nor disappointed in the quality of this dish. Jack's chowder had a good clam flavor, but was mostly loaded with potatoes. I ate only 5-6 clams in my soup. The sourdough bread was decent, but hard to finish because they gave such a large loaf. My guess is that they make the loaf larger than normal to make it seem like you got your money's worth. That's a pretty cheap marketing practice. Did I get my money's worth? Eh. I got a whole lot of potatoes and bread. If this dish had double the amount of clams, I'd be more satisfied. There are probably better eateries at Pike Place Market to get your fix of clam chowder.

Very busy at times, but the wait isn't too bad. Clam chowder costs less here than some other places, but only one kind. Had fish and chips and clam chowder and both were good - although this last time the clam chowder could have been hotter (imo). Popular place so it can be hard to find seating in front, but there's more seating in the back. It's in a market so don't expect anything fancy, but it's all part of the Pike's Place experience.

My friend and I came randomly stumbled on this spot, because it looked fresh but it really wasn't. We got the cod fish and chips and were really disappointed with the quality. For having fresh seafood out front, I expected a bit more. Some of the cod pieces had a weird old smell to it, which I ended up not eating because I was afraid to get food poisoning. The fries were soggy and oily. I don't plan on coming back here, no matter how busy it looks. I really didn't enjoy the food and they had a decently long line.

Great guys. Great service. Great oysters. I'll be back. They helped me choose my oysters and I didn't have to wait long.

We stopped here because my cousin wanted to get Dungeness crab. I am sorry to say that our expectations were a little high being that it's at Pikes place market. Unfortunately for us, the crab seemed old and dried out, it was flavorless. I guess I will not know what 'sweet' crab taste like, as I've heard that Dungeness is the sweet. My family are crab connoisseurs, but I could tell it was good. Also got a bowl of chowder. Too much flour thickener for me. Taste was not clam chowder enough for me. I even joked with my cousin asking if she remembers the Boston clam chowder we had, because this was NOT it. Got an order of oysters, they were shucked before our eyes, but I don't know how they tasted, I guess it was ok my niece ate them all, and garlic fries were ok as well. Workers were friendly service was quick, pictures look nice. Unfortunately not a place I'd go back for. The amount of money for the quality was very disappointing. I'm sorry!

A solid place to stop for fish and chips in pike place market! Definitely conveniently located and made fresh to order. These were a delicious way to start my trip to Seattle.

Located in pike place market Jacks is the perfect lunch spot. There was no line to order and the food was ready in less than 10 minutes and there was counter seating available. The fish and chips were really good. Very lively area!

Best fish & chips at Pike place. Food was nice and hot, perfect on this cold morning day.

Clam chowder was really good, though I wish it had more clams in it. Price was expected for the amount of food, not bad at all! Service was incredibly fast, and we happened to go when the line had slowed down, so we waited a total of probably 5 minutes. Not a ton of seating, but if you do grab a seat you get a front row view of the market!

Came here twice on our trip, one of the best clam chowder we've had. Really recommend this place. No long crazy lines!!

Grabbed lunch here in the Pike Place area. It was crowded, but the line went by quickly. There were about a dozen stools with a small counter area for seating. The chowder was tasty with small pieces of clams and potatoes. It was not thick and came at the perfect temperature. The shrimp cocktail sauce covered about a half cup of bay shrimp that sat on a bed of romaine. It was only $3.99, so I understood why it was bay and not a larger type. The sauce was excellent.

Was in Seattle and really wanted some fish and fries. I was surprised when I went to market place and I didn't see that many spots on this. I notice people coming here and decided to give it a go. I tried their fish and fries to start. Had the halibut and I must say it was really tasty and fresh. The only thing that I wanted to point out was the fries. Really feel I didn't get fresh fries. I also did get the fish tacos and it didn't disappoint. Really was filling and delicious. Would consider going back if I visited again.

Located in the Pike Place Market. There were so many choices to chose from, and I'm glad I got some fish tacos ($4.99 each) from here. They sell seafood, so I was expecting the fish to be good, and they were very delicious! That explains the long line. It was too bad there was no seating anywhere.

THIS WAS THE BEST CLAM CHOWDER I HAVE EVER HAD!!! I keep dreaming about that first bite. I have yet to try their other food though. This is the first place I'm going to visit when I'm back in Seattle.

The seafood at this spot was truly something else--out of this world, or perhaps more accurately, out of this *squirrel* if you want to capture the playful magic of the experience. Each dish was bursting with freshness, as if the ocean itself had been carefully plated right before you. The flavors were rich and thoughtfully crafted, making every bite an adventure. The service complemented the meal with precision and care, ensuring the entire dining experience felt like a seamless, well-orchestrated performance. This isn't just a meal; it's an experience that engages all your senses, leaving you both satisfied and impressed. For seafood lovers, this place is an absolute must-visit.

Service was bad and food was average. The shrimp ceviche was tiny overcooked shrimps. The seafood stew was overcooked and didn't have much seafood.

Place is a hole in the wall and it's a fish market so you extra fish smells in addition to a pretty decent people watching vantage point. Staff was friendly Food came out super fast. We hand some fried shrimp, fish tacos and a clam chowder bread bowl. The bread in the bread bowl seemed a tad stale. The soup itself was really good and the fried shrimp were excellent. So overall, was berry happy. I had make a flight and was happy about the time to table for the food.

Fish and prawn tacos are amazing. The clam chowder is really good too and I'm glad they don't add bacon to it

I ordered halibut fish and chips. The fish was slimy and there was a hair in one piece. I would definitely not eat there again.

The grilled salmon with fries and a veggie side is delicious here. I almost passed up the grill because of the long line and average ratings but I'm glad I let my nose lead the way! The salmon was grilled perfectly and the fries have some potato skin on them (which is the exact kind I like). My only complaint was the veggie could have also been grilled, and that probably would have tasted better. I'm not a huge fan of boiled broccoli. Super glad I came though! These guys deserve higher ratings!

A not so hidden gem across from the pike place market! We spot by as we were walking around the area. I got the clam chowder and the oysters! The clam chowder was delicious and very reasonably priced. The oysters were amazing!! They were so fresh and they didn't break the bank! I came back twice during my trip just for the oysters! Definitely think about stopping by if you're in the area! They have a small little counter with chairs to eat at, however when it gets busy it's pretty filled up. You can watch the workers open your oysters!

We chose to grab lunch at Jack's this weekend while we were at Pike Place because there were a lot of people in line so we thought it must be good. Unfortunately, we were wrong and Jack's Fish Spot did not meet our expectations whatsoever. We ordered the grilled salmon and the fish and chips. I was sadly extremely disappointed in my fish and chips. They were more like fish nuggets. The batter on the menu is listed as a light tempura panko batter on the menu but the breading was very thick, not light at all, and not very crispy. The breading truly reminded me of fish stick breading - not a fan and I only had one piece of fish before not wanting it anymore. The fries were very soggy too, I didn't even finish half of them because they were so limp. I love a good fish and chips but this has to be my least favorite fish and chips dish I've had. Sadly won't be coming back here and wouldn't recommend this spot.

What a great place to chow down on an entire crab and enjoy some clam chowder. Anytime we come to Seattle, this is our second stop (right after we make it through the long lines at Piroshky Piroshky). Ordering is quick and we somehow always manage to find a barstool seat so we can eat our food.