What to order at Taylor Shellfish Oyster Bar Pioneer Square

Must order
A dozen Olympias and Kumamotos from the farm, with a glass of grower's Champagne.
Signature dishes
Half-shell oysters, Geoduck crudo, Manila clams
Editor tip
Happy hour 16:00-17:00 drops the oysters to $1.75 each; the Occidental location is the largest and quietest of the three.

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CuisineOyster Bar
Price$$
NeighborhoodPioneer Square
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Location

Address: 410 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104

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