What to order at Westward

Must order
The Dungeness crab in season, cracked over crushed ice, with a glass of Chablis.
Signature dishes
Dungeness crab, Whole roast fish, Octopus
Editor tip
Arrive by water on a Boatel from the Center for Wooden Boats for the most Seattle of dinners; book the deck in summer.
CuisineSeafood
Price$$$
NeighborhoodWallingford
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Seattle: Seafood Tour with Market Visit★ 4.3 (4)
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Seattle: Seafood Tour with Market Visit

The ocean built Seattle, now taste why. Fresh Pacific Northwest seafood at 3 celebrated restaurants, paired with the history and culture born from these waters.

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Location

Address: 2501 N Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103

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