The Athenian Seafood Restaurant and Bar

Sat in the table service area on the second floor hoping for a window view. We were just reading the menu when the host came over and moved us to a table on the water side. Lunch with a view is a great way to enjoy lunch.

We traveled to Seattle for a cruise and had a day. We went to the market place and my husband wanted seafood. We found this place and it did not disappoint.
I got the chicken Alfredo and he got a seafood dish. It was honestly one of the best chicken Alfredo I have ever had. We are from a seafood town so he said it was still really really good. We would definitely come back again.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Our server Kelsie really made this experience lovely!

We found both the male host and waiter (on the upper floor) to be quite rude. We do not consume any alcohol for religious reasons and asked the host if dishes with alcohol could be made without. He replied saying he wasn't sure and it taste better with alcohol. Our party was then seated at a table for two despite us clearly not being a party of two. - A word of caution to others, the tables can be tight. If you are uncomfortable ask for a change! - We first asked the male waiter to change and he told us it wasn't possible. At this point Kelsie came over to serve and she changed our whole experience!

Upon asking to move, she checked with the host and moved us allowing us to be comfortable. She even recommended us chowder that was alcohol and meat free. She gave suggestions on the menu and everything we tried she suggested was absolutely delicious! She was kind, friendly, accommodating, and just a wonderful person overall! Really appreciate her and her kindness.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

This restaurant exceeded our expectations all the way around. Best meal in Seattle that we have had so far. Seafood pasta was amazing, everything cooked perfectly. Fairly priced with large portions. Very happy with our choice for lunch.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My friends and I dined at this restaurant on July 24, 2025. We each ordered the Dungeness crab at \$85 per crab, along with a serving of mussels. Unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing.

The mussels were undercooked, and the crabs were by far the worst we've ever had. The crab meat was minimal, dry, flavorless, and seemed stale—completely lacking the freshness and quality you'd expect at this price point.

We voiced our concerns to our server, who did remove one crab from the bill. However, it's unclear why both weren’t removed, considering we each received the same subpar dish.

Frankly, the food was so bad I wouldn’t serve it to my dog. This was a very disappointing experience, and we won’t be returning.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

This is quite possibly the friendliest staff I've ever encountered anywhere. I've lived in Seattle for 30 years and have avoided a lot of the Pike Place restaurants, but am making it my mission to visit them all. This place won me over immediately. I was by myself and sat at the bar, and rather than being treated like a leper as solo people sometimes are, every staff member who walked by greeted me and asked me if the Storm won (I'd just come from the game and had a Storm shirt on), and they all chatted me up and made me feel like a regular or like part of the staff. They had a fun camaraderie among them, and it was fun to experience. While my meal wasn't the best thing I've eaten, I'll definitely go back someday and give something else a try because it was just such a welcoming, warm experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

The blackened salmon tacos were amazing and the goat cheese appetizer is a must. The crème brûlée was perfect.

Fresh food, generous servings and cheerful service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food is awesome. Must try crab Benedict, Salmon Burger, Clam Chowder or Seafood Bowl. The seats are old, but views are amazing!!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

We had a sweet table by the window, although the table was more for 2 people than 3. There was a reasonable wait (super busy) but not even that long, only like 15 or 20 minutes. The food was good if a bit over priced. The fish and chips, for instance, only had 2 smallish pieces of cod. Tasted great tho! I got salmon chowder and a side house salad. The house salad didn't have many croutons but tasted awesome. The salmon chowder was pretty good, but when I added some lemon from my dad's plate it was soooooo good holy crap. Tbh I do just like lemons tho lol.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Got the athenian seafood bowl and easily the best thing I had while in Seattle. Great service too

DON’T go there to drink. Paid $26 before taxes and tip for a double Jack Daniels and Coke that was more ice/water than anything else the moment it hit the bar.
We were shocked to pay $40 canadian for a non import whiskey when drafts were listed as only $8 on the menu.
Either Jack isn’t what it used to be, or you pay for the views.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 4

Great food! Busy location but got seats at the bar right away. Food was excellent!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Food was great but it’s expensive. The fish and chips, calamari and the clam chowder were amazing. However, $21 for a bread bowl of chowder is ridiculous.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Best sea food I’ve had in a long time! Had the Salmon fish&chips, fresh grilled Halibut and grilled Salmon. All delicious tbh!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5