25 Best Seafood Restaurants near Issaquah

“Our family’s go-to in the Bellevue-Issaquah area.“

“I've been a Seattle resident my entire life and I've probably been going to Ivar's restaurants almost as long. Let's put it this way, I'm old enough to remember Ivar Haglund's commercials and his guest appearances on the JP Patches show. 😆

I've been meaning to write a review of the Issaquah Ivar's because I'm a local and I've always had such good experiences there. Truthfully, I didn't even realize there was an Ivar's in Issaquah until just a few years ago.

As a former restaurant worker (Shari's) many years back, I'm pretty picky when it comes to restaurants. Here's what I like about this one:

About the restaurant:
-It's clean.
-Bathrooms are well maintained.
-Tables are cleared quickly.
-The drink and condiment section (sodas, ketchup, tartar sauce stuff, etc.) always seems to be well-stocked with everything.
-Floors are clean too.
-Have I mentioned it's clean? lol
-The food is always served hot and fresh. Fries are crispy, fish is crispy, chowder is *amazing*, salads are good. My kids don't like the coleslaw (I think it's good) but they love all the other stuff on the menu.

About the people who work there:
-Great, personable customer service.
-The people who work there are quick when you need something.
-I'm not sure who the red-headed manager lady is but she's really attentive, helpful, and funny. Ever since she started working there, that Ivar's location has really improved on all levels. The previous management was OK but this manager really seems to go above and beyond.
-Bob - Have you met Bob? He's an older gentleman who works there and he's seriously an Issaquah legend. My whole family loves Bob! He is the kindest man and we always look forward to seeing him there. I mean, this Ivar's is good but Bob really sells it. He's definitely one of a kind.

Overall, I feel comfortable eating at this restaurant because they seem to run a tight ship. As far as restaurants go, it's one of the cleanest I've been to anywhere.

And now I'm hungry and need some fish and chips. lol.

(Sorry I don't have better photos. I'm one of those people who pretty much only take pictures of food.)“

“We love it and loved the food“

“Delicious meal and dessert.“

“we was passing through on our way home to Yakima & stopped to eat lunch. Thank you the service staff & food was great!“

“Went for a seafood boil and it was beyond delicious. Timely serving, absolutely heaping boil, and the Cajun seasoning was to die for. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and will definitely be making it a frequent dinner spot with my family!“

“The best Crab I ever ate in my lifetime ? amazing family Restaurant! My family will be here every month!“

“New Englander through and through got the Cajun fish basket and clam chowder. First time here went off what was recommended. Cajun fish fry was great snappy crust flaky fish, chowder well, more like soup but still flavorful. I am biased but still solid food for just arriving to Seattle living on 4hrs of sleep.“

“I have bought many different canned crabmeat products through out the years, but this was the second time I used this product. Not only is the taste sweater but when you sort through the meat, there is very little cartliage . Still have to sort but once is enough,“

“The service was great . I liked the fish items .“

“I've been dining here for years. Best place for authentic Chinese food in the area. While I've been delighted with everything I've had, my go-to favorites are the wasabi hand-shredded chicken together with pea vine in broth.

They also have American Chinese options if that's your jam, but seriously, consider letting this will be your day to branch out, because this is definitely place to do it!“

“First time there tonight. Very,very Good! Met my Daughter there and both the Server (Michelle) and the owner (Keith) were very attentive & welcoming. Food was great & plentiful. Looking forward to returning.“

“My friends and I went to Shinya Shokudo today and has the best time ever! Crystal our server was absolutely amazing and was very sweet! We had a million questions and every single time she was willing to answer. Our food was always very on time and even when splitting up the check she dealt with our request with no issue! 10/10 would recommend!“

“This seafood restaurant is a true gem for anyone who appreciates fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. The menu offers a wide variety of options, from live seafood to comforting stir-fried dishes, making it great for both family dinners and special occasions. The service is attentive and efficient, and the staff is knowledgeable about the menu and happy to make recommendations.

The atmosphere is clean, lively, and welcoming. Overall, this restaurant delivers consistent quality, authentic taste, and a satisfying dining experience. Highly recommended for seafood lovers and anyone looking for genuine Chinese cuisine.“

“I'm a white dude here in Seattle on vacation from Ohio. We decided to try a more authentic Chinese restaurant. Had a great time.

Service was fantastic. I broke my right wrist when I was in my teens and can't use chopsticks without a lot of pain - they didn't make me feel awkward asking for a fork, they brought them for the whole family without asking. They made a few suggestions and let us know the entrees came without rice.

We got the house fried rice, pepper chicken wings, Chinese broccoli and beef, general tsos chicken (yes, I know, not at all authentic.) and Szechuan beef.

The fried rice was delicious. My picky daughter was super happy with her wings. The beef and broccoli was amazing. Never had Chinese broccoli before and I will be buying it at home from now on. The general tsos was hands down the best I've ever had. Crispy, tender, the sauce was good, it was just amazing. The Szechuan dish was hot. I mean, hot. I make my own hot sauce at home. I enjoyed it but couldn't have a lot without suffering consequences.

We had a great time. Tried some new stuff. Highly recommend.“

“One of the best Chinese restaurants in town 👍“

“Thank you, Brother Nai, for treating me to such a deliciously rich bowl of your fish soup.
I came in with little money on a cold, overcast day, and was going to buy what I could afford, but the chef and staff took great care of me, making sure I had a regular bowl of soup.
I will never forget to repay such kindness.
Thank you for sharing your hospitality, food and culture with me—for seeing me as a human.
God bless you 😌🙏🏽 谢谢“

“I have been dining at Teapot for around 25 years, since their early Capitol Hill location. Over time and my evolving tastes and the changing vegan restaurant scene I have only grown more fond of this unique Jem. I was so bummed to hear they were supposed to close at the end of this year due to lease issues. But while visiting family I drove by and saw it open and sure enough their lease is extended for a year (at least). So go check out if you haven’t before, and pay another visit (or many) if you are already a fan. Updated from previous review on 2025-12-26“

“The chow mein tastes exactly how it's supposed to, which sounds insane, but I swear it makes sense. The food is consistently cooked to perfection, the staff are super lovely, and the vibe is comfy. There is a fish that will stare at you uncomfortably depending on where you're seated, but I think that's a feature rather than any kind of detriment.“

“We had an amazing dining experience! The food was excellent, and the service was truly the best.“

“Great ambience and spacious restaurant. I had Paneer Biriyani and it tastes amazing. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who loves authentic Biriyani..“

“The food was excellent, and the waitress was very attentive. I had the wonton soup, crispy honey walnut chicken, garlic string beans, and the short ribs. Every dish was very good. If I had to choose a favorite it was probably the honey walnut chicken because it had a very satisfying crispy texture on the outside.“

“I celebrated my friend's birthday in this restaurant! The food is good, however the purple light makes it seems less attractive. We cannot find the match to light the candles, and the staff used a long torch to help us light the candles, as the staff don't smoke, therefore they don't have a pocket lighter. I'll definitely come here again!“

“For me, it was by far the best dimsum and Cantonese restaurant in Seattle/Bellevue area. We had 12 people including 5 kids and everyone enjoyed all the dishes we had. Food wasn’t too salty unlike for most places. We paid a lot more than what we usually did in other places but I think that it was because we ordered a market price dish. It was worth it.“

“buena experiencia y rica comida“