"If you don’t seize a sunny day as an opportunity to shoot oysters on the patio at Westward, do you even have Seattle status? Drop by this oyster staple for some just-shucked Hama Hamas, a bottle of fizzy pét-nat, and $22 chips and dip among the other Vitamin D enthusiasts wearing designer boat shoes. “Food influencers” and Madrona moms alike A craggy half-shell glistening with mignonette Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - aimee rizzo, gabe guarente, kayla sager riley
"In case you missed it, this waterfront institution was purchased by the team behind The Walrus And The Carpenter back in 2018. The result? A coastal-inspired place to slurp briny oysters with a patio view that reminds you where oysters come from. Their small plates are marginally better than the entrees, so consider Westward an A+ spot for sipping sparkling wine while snacking on potato chips with spicy clam dip, scallop tostadas, and baked oysters with 'nduja butter and melty beef lardo (courtesy of Bateau). Bonus points if you do all your seafood snacking while sitting in a water-facing Adirondack chair. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - aimee rizzo
"In case you missed it, waterfront institution Westward was purchased by the team behind The Walrus And The Carpenter back in 2018. The result? A slick, coastal-inspired place to slurp briny oysters with a view that reminds you where oysters come from. Their small plates are better than the entrees, so consider Westward an A+ spot for sipping sparkling wine while snacking on potato chips with spicy clam dip, grilled gem lettuces with tomatillo caesar dressing, and baked oysters with 'nduja butter and melty beef lardo (courtesy of Bateau). Bonus points if you do all of your snacking while sitting in a water-facing Adirondack chair. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley, gabe guarente
"Located at the north end of Lake Union, Westward has a deck with sweeping views, fire pit, and boat parking. In cooler months, guests can get cozy on the deck’s Adirondack chairs under wool blankets. Oysters and seafood with a bit of Mediterranean influence rule the day here, as well as items from other Sea Creatures restaurants. Email the events manager for more info." - Harry Cheadle
"Tables on an outdoor patio line up on the northern shore of Lake Union, providing amazing views from this impeccably designed, seafood-focused favorite. The restaurant from Renee Erickson’s Sea Creatures group serves up a robust selection of oysters and inventive cocktails. The best seats are the Adirondack chairs on the patio." - Harry Cheadle