The White Swan Public House

1001 Fairview Ave N, Seattle - 98109
411 reviews
Seafood Venues & Event Spaces
(206) 588-2680

I was visiting Seattle, and locals recommended this place. Also, it was nearby where I was staying, so I decided to have dinner here. I went on a weeknight and wanted to get a table outside with a water view (Lake Union). But the wait was over an hour, so I decided to dine inside. I heard that seafood stew (cioppino) is a great dish to try in Seattle, so that's what I ordered. I have to say the food was terrific! The stew had an ample amount of seafood (clams, mussels, shrimp, fish), and the tomato-based broth was delicious. Also, the toasted focaccia bread went very well with the stew. The atmosphere was casual, the service was quick, and the staff was friendly.

Amazing amazing amazing. We topped off our paddle boarding day with this sea food and it was amazing. The salmon spread with the toasted bread was . Everything was tasty, big portions, and worth the cost.

The place was great. My family thoroughly enjoyed our meal and the staff was fantastic. We had the Cannellini Bean Hummus, crab hushpuppies, Seared Alaskan Halibut, Seafood Stew, Poutine of the Sea & Fish & Chips. Everyone enjoyed each item. Came on a rainy day but on a nice day I am sur ethe patio would have been spectacular.

this place is incredible! I think the hostess and waitress are On antidepressants. It’s like visiting family unannounced. They let you in but you know you’re not welcome. Not so much as a hello. The hostess says can I help you after waiting five minutes to even be seen. I asked for a table and she says she needs to wipe off tables so there will be a 15 minute wait. Their tables are picnic benches outside… Lol she mopes around for about five minutes with a rag in hand Barely touches three tables then strolls over to Hand me a menu and Point at a table.The house lobster was good, hard to mess up a boiled Refrigerated lobster.just can’t believe how bad the service is.

Super yummy seafood with nice views of the water. We came at a busy time and didn’t have to wait very long. The host and our server were both awesome. We can’t recommend their oysters and the poutine of the sea enough!

We walked up, since no reservations are accepted in the Summer season. Wait time was about 30 minutes. You get texted when a table is ready. This time can be easily spent observing the summer activity in an don the adjacent Union lake. We choose for outdoor seating. This was in the sun. Fortunately, the west side has sun screens that can be lowered. Service was friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. Bare wooden tables, no cloth or paper covering. After a recent kitchen accident the cooking is slower, yet we did not had to wait long for service. Enjoy the limited view on the adjacent lake and marina. The food was served appetizing, at the right temperature. Eat the oysters!

The wife and I had the salmon dip with chips (Wow!), the crab hushpuppies (Should have ordered two orders they were that good), and split seafood stew (more than enough for 2). Small but good wine list. Saw a lot of burgers and other menu items leaving the kitchen as well. Service was top notch. We would be going back next time we are in town.

The place is pricey but it was expected since the seafood was caught locally. We ordered the oysters with champagne, crab hush puppies, and salmon dip and chips. The appetizers actually looked more appealing than the main dishes which was why we went with these orders. In the end, we were satisfied and full. We sat outside by the heaters which was really nice and our server was very friendly.

Great happy hour, beautiful menu with an incredible cocktail list to pair. The oysters were fantastic, the octopus was perfect, the crab hush puppies with smoked honey butter- enough said.

Overall great food and service, one of the guests found the salmon a bit too Smokey, but everyone else loved their meals