Salty's on Alki

Salty's on Alki is a waterfront seafood restaurant at 1936 Harbor Ave SW in West Seattle, positioned on the shore of Elliott Bay with a direct view across the water to the downtown Seattle skyline. The location, away from the downtown core and reached by car, water taxi shuttle or bus from the city, gives the restaurant a destination feel, and it is among the best-known spots in the city for a meal with a skyline backdrop. Cuisine is Pacific Northwest seafood, with menus built around Dungeness crab, salmon and other regional catches, along with steaks and lighter options for guests who do not want fish. The weekend seafood brunch is among its most popular offerings and typically features seafood displays and a broad selection of hot dishes, making it a signature occasion meal. The dining room is large, with floor-to-ceiling windows oriented toward the view, and the mood is polished, celebratory and family-friendly rather than intimate; it is a common choice for birthdays, anniversaries and visitors entertaining out-of-town guests. Noise is moderate and increases when the brunch is full. Dress is smart casual. The bar and wine list lean toward Washington wines and cocktails that suit seafood. Prices are in the upper range, around $40-75 per person at dinner, and brunch is typically priced as a set experience. Reservations are recommended, and the weekend brunch books ahead, sometimes weeks in advance during summer, holidays and peak tourist season. Sunset dinner tables with window views are the most requested, and asking for one when booking is sensible. Beyond the meal, the nearby Alki Beach promenade is suitable for a walk, which makes the restaurant a pleasant anchor for an afternoon in West Seattle. Parking is available near the restaurant, which matters because transit options to this part of Alki are less frequent than in downtown Seattle, so visitors should plan the return trip in advance.