Best Seafood and Clam Chowder Restaurants

1. The Depot Restaurant Menu

1208 38th Pl

Seaview, WA 

(360) 642-7880

Enjoy award-winning and highly acclaimed local-caught fresh seafood and locally farmed clam chowder in this historic 120-year-old depot with a Pacific Northwest twist. The Depot Bistro has both regional and international wine lists with six microbrews on tap. Fresh salmon, scallops, and sauteed clams are all on the menu. The Depot is included in our top 10 best restaurants and on our list of things 6 things to do on a romantic weekend. It is also within walking distance from the Bloomer Mansion and 45th Place Beach House

2. Drop Anchor Seafood and Grill

900 Pacific Ave. S

Long Beach WA

(360) 642-4224

For over 30 years, Drop Anchor Seafood and Grill has enjoyed a reputation for serving some of the finest locally ocean-caught seafood to be found on the Washington and Oregon Coast. They have gluten-free options on the menu. This restaurant is family-friendly and kid-friendly and is within a five-minute walk from Beachy Keen, Oceans 12, and Sunset Romance.

3. Castaways Seafood Grill

208 Pacific Ave S.

Long Beach WA

(360) 642-4745

Castaways serves some of the best seafood, clam chowder, and fried shrimp in downtown Long Beach on the Washington Coast. People come here to chow down on the former ocean dwellers in a family-friendly restaurant. Castaways is steps from all of our downtown Long Beach vacation rentals.

4. The Crab Pot

1917 Pacific Ave. S

Long Beach WA 

(360) 642-8870

For over 70 years, the Crab Pot Seafood Market & Restaurant has been a must-stop for fresh clam chowder and seafood on the Long Beach Peninsula. The Crap Pot is number one in Long Beach, specializing in crab, Willapa Bay's finest oysters, chinook, and coho salmon. The Crab Pot is one of the top-rated fresh seafood markets on the Washington Coast and is within walking distance of Sandpiper Tracks vacation rental, the Bloomer Mansion, and 45th Place Beach House. 

5. Patty’s Fish Tacos

403 Pacific Ave

Long Beach WA 

(360 ) 244-2621

This is the best fish taco restaurant and grill anywhere on the Washington Coast. Patty’s also serving clam chowder, fish n' chips and is famous for their delicious seafood offerings. Patty’s is next door to Ocean’s 12 vacation rental and just a few minutes from SeaEsta vacation rental.  Patty’s is the number one choice for cheap places to eat on the Long Beach, Washington Peninsula.

6. Dylan’s Cottage Bakery

118 Pacific Ave S

Long Beach WA 

(360) 642-4441

Not to be missed! Dylan’s is an amazing bakery in Long Beach, WA . The Cottage Bakery serves all manner of pastries but is also known for its award-winning clam chowder, fresh sandwiches, home-made soups, and daily baked bread. Steps from Suite Beach and SandyToes vacation rentals. The bakery is featured in our Top 10 Best Restaurants and Best Cheap Eats.

7. Captain Bob's Clam Chowder

409 Pacific Ave S.

Long Beach WA

(360 )642-2082

Every cup and bowl of clam chowder is served with oyster crackers and a breadstick. Captain Bob's also serves crab rolls, crab cakes, bread bowls, and fresh salads. Listed in our recommendations for cheap eats, this is a great place for the entire family.

8. 42nd Street Cafe

4201 Pacific Way

Seaview, WA 98644

(360) 642-2323

This award-winning restaurant is known for its gourmet breakfast and classic bistro dinners. Customers enjoy fresh local seafood at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 42nd Street has some of the best clam chowders on the peninsula.  This Café is also on our recommendations for Top 10 Restaurants on the Long Beach, Washington Peninsula, Best Fine Dining, and Best Breakfast on the Washington Coast lists.

9. Willapa Wild

34300 1st St

Oysterville, WA 

Formerly known as Oysterville Sea Farms, Willapa Wild is the fresh seafood and oyster capital of the Pacific Northwest. Known for their sweet nature, World Famous Willapa Bay Oysters have been sustainably harvesting oysters for over 100 years. Come learn how to shuck an oyster, and maybe even find an oyster pearl. If it's your first time trying oysters, keep the tradition alive and enjoy your first oyster shooter. Then, add a little lemon or a dab of hot sauce to take your oyster cuisine to the next level. At Willapa Wild, the world is your oyster.
Willapa Wild is located at the top of the Long Beach Washingon Penisula, a great place to stop after visiting Leadbetter Point.

10. Fish People

151 Howerton Ave

Ilwaco, WA 

(360) 642-3833

Formerly known as the Ilwaco Landing, Fish People Seafood offers sustainably harvested local seafood fresh off the boat daily.
A fantastic seasonal selection of the most delicate crab, cod, halibut, oysters, and more await you and your culinary expertise to turn these fresh local ingredients into a fantastic meal the whole family can enjoy. So stop by today and see what the boat has just brought in. Located down in Ilwaco right next to the Salt Pub, on Howerton Ave.