Ok 1st of all the service! Service is exceptional and didn’t expect that honestly. Everyone was helpful and polite and genuine. That is a biggie for me. I got the 3 piece cod with clam chowder. Hubby ordered seafood special. Both were great with the exception of the shrimp. They were just ok… not fried well and a little soggy/oily. The clam chowder was delicious and perfectly creamy. Overall a great experience and will definitely be returning.
Yanny Y.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Tacoma, WA
The fried clams and prawns so tasty, the service is good and the food serve fast… I love to dine in ivars !
Kiaya R.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Lacey, WA
This is my favorite place in town for a quick bite. I think it’s better than the Seattle location off the water. They have the best salmon! There is one senior gentlemen who works there usually in the day. He is the best. I think he might be the manager. He asked me if I wanted a drink on the house while waiting for my food. I thought that was awesome. Such good customer service. All the staff is great.
Holly F.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Tacoma, WA
This was my first time having clam chowder. It was good! I also ordered some original recipe cod with chips. Again, I was a fan. I like vinegar on my fish and chips, so I think that really tied it together. Landing on four stars due to the crispness, rather lack there of, on the chips. Kind of the fish, too. I prefer my fried food on the crispy side, and the fish and chips needed another minute or so in the fryer. Also thought the tartar sauce was just OK. My boyfriend ordered the fried mahi mahi and it looked crispier than the cod. With my critiques in mind, I’d still recommend the clam chowder for sure. Plus, the food is good overall and priced well.
Marylou B.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Centennial, Las Vegas, NV
Food was good staff was very friendly. Everything we had was fresh. Salmon chowder was yummy.
Erin A.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Tacoma, WA
Food is always great and the service is amazing. Every time I have ever eaten inside I am always amazed how friendly they are. A complete different experience than your normal fast food restaurant.
Jay J.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Covington, WA
Great place to stop in for chowder, fish & chips and other seafood. I’ve always been a big fan of Ivar’s. The chowder is one of our favorites. I usually get the baby shrimp basket and my wife gets the clam strips. Both are consistently yummy. This location is a little older and could use a refresh of the tables and chairs but the staff keeps it nice and clean. The staff has always been fast and friendly as well.
Gwendolynne C.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 DuPont, WA
So good! Every branch that we go to has an awesome standard that they adhere to. We have never had a bad experience ever. Other fast food seafood places need to take a sheet out of Ivar’s book. I usually get the fried oysters and chips, but I selected the house fried clams this time around and was not disappointed. Also, a clam chowder always!!! Service is fast and friendly, this location is really clean. Love love love!!! Thank you so much for giving us Military Discounts too! Every little bit helps.
Paul S.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Tacoma, WA
Great place, great food, friendly staff. They checked on us several times, gave good recommendations, a little extra food for free. It’s been voted best seafood time and again, so I had to bring my visiting family by to try it out. I didn’t give it 5 only because the interior feels like it could have been a Popeyes in it’s design. Very casual. But again, great food!
Kev C.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Tacoma, WA
$ 4.38 for two drinks and we didn’t get them. Of course I for got because I repeated my order 5 times, but she is the one that said«bye» then closed the window!
Danielle C.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Tacoma, WA
Don’t believe the hype. This place is not good. I expected it to have great seafood, living on Washington and having great resources, no. Shit tasted frozen and WAY over cooked. My fish was chewy not tender and fall apart. I’d NOT recommend eating here … Unless you have no idea what good fish n chips taste like.
Pat C.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 San Marino, CA
Best fish and chips as usual plus exemplary service. The gentleman who helped us was beyond nice and welcoming. We were here 15mins before opening and he thanked us for our patience. Wow!
Anisha C.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Seattle, WA
Nicest folk ever. Food is yummy. We ordered salmon and chips and a grilled salmon Caesar and had it with a large Arnold Palmer — perfect amount for my husband and pregnant me.
Leah J.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 DuPont, WA
Friendly staff, awesome fish n chips, creamy tasty chowder and the food comes out super quick! The inside could use some updates but overall it’s a great location for some yummy seafood. There were crayons and a coloring page located near the vinegars which was great for the kiddos. I also like that there is a soda fountain for refills. The parking lot looked pretty full when we went around lunchtime but there were plenty available seats. There’s a Dairy Queen next door so save room for dessert!
Cheryl F.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Murrieta, CA
I have been to this restaurant twice already and they have made me completely satisfied both times. This time, I interacted with two of the staff and they were friendly and caring. It was as if they were so happy I came in. My sister is not crazy about the clam chowder and they offered her the smoked salmon chowder which she enjoyed. We were also informed the chowders are non-dairy which is great for my sister who is lactose-intolerant. Sitting down, our food was served to us(wait, isn’t this a fast food restaurant?!) and condiments were offered. I think Ivar’s has the BESTCLAM chowder ever and it completed my visit to Washington. The chowder is creamy(I cannot believe it’s non-dairy) and has tons of clams. The chowder has a subtle taste of the sea. I am so happy to have made this stop and will definitely come again.
Kat A.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Seattle, WA
The manager of this place will make you feel as if you’ve entered a time warp. He’s warm, welcoming, friendly and knows his customers. Second to the wonderful manager were the delicious, dependable Ivars morsels of yummyness. Have I told you lately that I love clam strips? Well, I do! And Ivar’s delivers on fantastic clam strips! This location has a hand breaded, meatier version than the others and it’s freaking delicious. I just had to add a side of popcorn shrimp — YUM! Bottom line: I loved Ivars before, and I love it even more now.
J C.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Tacoma, WA
Best place for chowder in the area. We loved going to the Seattle waterfront location but glad that Ivars is available in Lakewood! I definitely recommend ordering inside even if you’re getting your order to-go. They cook the fried orders as you order it so there will be a wait at the drive-through. Besides you get better service.
Marissa V.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Tacoma, WA
I love Ivars. You can never go wrong with a hot bowl of their clam chowder & their delicious scallops & chips. Well, you can’t go wrong unless you go through the drive thru. Every time I’ve gone through drive thru at this location I receive the worst customer service. Today for example I sat at the window for 10 whole minutes before someone came over, & then she asked if I ordered the bowl of chowder. I told her yes, but I also ordered the scallops & chips, to which she only rings up that, not my chowder as well. I wait another 5 mins for my completed order. Now I don’t mind waiting a bit for good food: I do mind a complete break down in communication or failure to acknowledge my existence at your DT window. If someone had come over & said«HELLO. We are just waiting 5 – 10 mins on your food to cook» then I would feel FINE. But the total lack of customer service is really making the food not worth it.
Mish M.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Beaverton, OR
I live in Portland, but visit Seattle frequently. I always stop at Ivars on my way back home, and have made this my go-to location. Easy on/off I5, very friendly staff, and fast service. Most recently, they offered me samples of the smoked salmon chowder, which I’d never thought to try — and I have a new favorite item. When my mom lived in Seattle back in the 70s, she’d go to Ivars on pay day and treat herself. Ever since she introduced me to Ivars, I’ve been going back for their chowder and clam strips. The fish is tasty too, but those clams hit the spot. It may not be a fancy place, but hey, that’s not why I go!
Travis N.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Portland, OR
I probably shouldnt love this place but I do! If youre youre in the mood for seafood(fried) this is a great place to go! When i go I usually get the halibut and chips, oysters and/or clam chowder. This place is much better than Skippers and they have a drive thru! They also take American Express which is rare for a place like this.