Counter Culture: Burien Fish House
Don’t be deceived by this restaurant’s humble appearance
By Brandon Ferguson May 13, 2025
Nestled in a small strip mall in an industrial corner of Burien, the Burien Fish House may not look like much from the outside, but don’t let its unassuming location fool you. This restaurant serves all the classic fish house fare — fish and chips, clam chowder, calamari, and one of the best places in Seattle to get fish tacos.
You can customize your taco with a variety of fish options, including salmon, halibut, cod, and shrimp. Whether you prefer your fish grilled, fried, or blackened, the Burien Fish House offers it all, and the quality is exceptional. It’s easy to gauge how good a fish taco will be by testing out the grilled fish first, and this place nails it.
My absolute go-to is the blackened cod tacos.
This humble place is a little hole-in-the-wall spot that should be on the top of your list anytime you think “you know what sounds good, fish tacos.” But again, you can’t go wrong with anything here.
So, the next time you’re in the mood, skip the touristy spots and head straight to Burien Fish House. You will not regret it.
About Counter Culture
Brandon Ferguson is a CFO by trade but a foodie at heart. He has a passion for small, humble restaurants that rarely make it onto the radar of mainstream food critics or glossy dining guides. Join him as he discovers warmth, tradition, and authenticity along with great food.
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