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Best Seafood: Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

By Seattle Mag November 21, 2024

At Seastar Restaurant, the modern interior features wooden tables and chairs on the left, while on the right, a plated seafood dish with fresh vegetables and herbs awaits your delight. Indulge in our creative presentations at the Raw Bar for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Photo courtesy of Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

This article originally appeared in the November/December 2024 issue of Seattle magazine.

Chef John Howie’s Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar, opened in 2002, has been a top contender in the seafood scene ever since. With accolades from Wine Spectator, FOOD & WINE, and KING 5 Evening Magazine, it delivers fresh oysters, poke, ceviche, and expertly prepared sushi. The award-winning wine list pairs perfectly with every dish.

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Don’t miss the cedar plank salmon.

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