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Cutters Crabhouse, Seattle, WA

Cutters Crabhouse

4.4 (3427)
$30 and under
Seafood
2001 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 51 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Cutters Crabhouse seafood restaurant, WHERE FRESH SEAFOOD COMES ASHORE ®, is located in downtown Seattle near the historic Pike Place Market. We have a quarter-century long tradition of serving the freshest Northwest seafood including crab, salmon, clams, shrimp, halibut and more. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Elliott Bay waterfront while dining on the "perfect taste" of Seattle.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (206) 448-4884
  • Website
    https://cutterscrabhouse.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    James Moore
  • Catering
    Our catering menu delivers the same superior made-from-scratch food quality experienced in our restaurant. We offer a full array of catering options that can be customized to meet your needs, budget and event style. To submit your request select "Book an Event" below and be sure to clarify Catering in your request or call 206-448-4884 to order.
  • Private party facilities
    Cutters Bayhouse presents The Bayroom for private dining and entertaining. Located adjacent to historic Pike Place Market and Victor Steinbrueck Park, truly in the heart of the city of Seattle. Please contact us for details.
  • Private party contact
    our private Event Coordinator: (206) 448-4884
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    2001 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121
  • Neighborhood
    Belltown / Pike Place Market
  • Cross street
    Lenora & Western
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Free Downtown Shuttle!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Cutters Crabhouse's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

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What 3,427 people are saying

Cutters Crabhouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.0Value

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  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

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  • Seattle

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cutters Crabhouse offers "amazing views" of Elliott Bay, making it a prime spot for a memorable dining experience. The "excellent service" enhances its appeal, with friendly and attentive staff like Andra and Daniel. While some reviews note that portions are small and prices high, the "delicious seafood" and "wonderful atmosphere" consistently impress. The location near Pike Place Market and the vibrant ambiance make it ideal for special occasions. Despite a few service hiccups, Cutters remains a popular choice for both locals and visitors seeking quality seafood and a picturesque setting.
3,427 Reviews

  1. Cheryl

    South Dakota1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food choices were plentiful, all of our orders were delicious and the service was great. We were able to sit by the window and enjoy a leisurely dinner too catch up with family!

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  2. Benjamin

    Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was slightly above average, our service was excellent. Had king and local crab, wedge salads, potatoes and sprouts. Nothing was bad, everything was good, but it wasn’t the best crab I’ve had.

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  3. William

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated on time for our reservation and immediately met by our server Josh. After getting us water we ordered a beer for my wife and a smokey old fashioned. Bummer part when the old fashioned arrived was that the restaurant was out of block ice. That makes for a watered down OF so very disappointing. Add to that Josh’s smoker wasn’t working well so after a few minutes of diligence trying to get it to work, I asked if I could just order a different drink. Josh agreed and suggested a regular OF without the smoke and that he preferred the regular OF as the one I ordered tended to be too sweet. He was spot on! Great OF on the 2nd try and he even brought me back the original in case I wanted to try it without cost. I did so try it but it was not a great drink so I didn’t consume it but I thought that was very classy of him to allow it since it was just going to be poured out anyway. Food! Wife ordered a cup of Clam Chowder and it was outstanding! Entrees were Fish and Chips and I had the Shrimp and garlic fettuccine!! Both entrees were delicious and perfectly prepared. Being from Dallas, we do not get fresh seafood like this and we thoroughly enjoyed Cutters food and service!! Thank you for a wonderful meal. God Bless.

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  4. Erica

    Miami - Dade1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    My server wasn’t friendly and seemed annoyed and too busy to answer our questions.

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  5. Martha VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We LOVE Cutters! The view is spectacular! We love the food and always get the crab/artichoke dip. It is one of the best! Everything is fresh and tasty. Service is fantastic! We love the ambiance as well. We are local (Bellevue), but I can see where it would be a wonderful place for visitors! Thank you ! We will be back!!

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  6. Patrice

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and son loved their fish and chips. They also enjoyed their calamari miso appetizer. I had an excellent crab cake and we shared a huge piece of key lime pie. A lovely lunch at window table.

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  7. Randy

    Seattle / Eastern Washington6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious lunch. Food and service was great. We'll be bacl/

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  8. Victoria

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Dinner was for a special occasion. We arrived a few minutes early. Rather than suggest we sit at the bar, the hostess sat us by the restrooms. I reminded her that this was for a birthday, and asked about a table with a view, as this is why we selected the restaurant. 10 minutes later as we are being led to our table, the hostess asked us again if we are here for a special occasion, I remind her that we are, and she proceeds to sit us at a table with THE most limited water view, and that would be for one of the two of us as the other would be facing the wall all the way in the farthest corner of the restaurant. When the couple at the table next to us finished their meal and left before ours had even started we asked to be moved over and were accommodated. Though very limited this table had a somewhat better view. Our waiter was extremely accommodating, professional and nice. It was odd however, when we noticed several tables in the main restaurant section with no diners, and one table for four in the centre of the room with one of the best views had but one diner sitting at it, while a couple of other tables remained empty with dirty dinner plates sitting on them for quite some time. This restaurant is not inexpensive. My husband ordered the oysters and the sea bass which he felt was absolutely delicious. I ordered the seafood trio. Both the salmon and shrimp were overcooked, and the Caesar salad was drenched in dressing. The staff other than the hostess were very pleasant, but for the price I’m afraid I cannot recommend this restaurant.

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  9. Tiffany

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was friendly and provided recommendations as we were visiting from out of town. The drinks were delicious as was the entree. We were fortunate enough to be sat near the window for a beautiful view of the ocean.

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  10. Beata

    Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We've been going to Cutters for special meals and taken out of town guests here for 35+ years. It's in a beautiful setting, the service has always been excellent, and the food - although always on the pricey side - has been worth it. This most recent visit was the first time we really felt that the difficulty most Seattle restaurants were having in the post-COVID reality had hit Cutters. Portions were smaller, sauces were meager, and prices were higher. That being said, our friends from North Carolina had a grand time and loved it. One of them had never been to Seattle, never had King Salmon, and had never eaten a Dungeness crab. He was in heaven. And our server, Andra, was outstanding. She was kind, patient, and helpful guiding our friends through the menu, and she did yeoman's labor cracking that crab!

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FAQs

Cutters Crabhouse offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Cutters Crabhouse also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 448-4884.

Cutters Crabhouse is rated 4.4 stars by 3427 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. Seattle / Eastern Washington
  4. Seattle
  5. Belltown / Pike Place Market

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 51 times today
Google Map for Cutters Crabhouse

2001 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lenora & Western
  • Neighborhood
    Belltown / Pike Place Market
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Wed 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Free Downtown Shuttle!
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    James Moore
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    https://cutterscrabhouse.com/
  • Phone number
    (206) 448-4884
  • Catering
    Our catering menu delivers the same superior made-from-scratch food quality experienced in our restaurant. We offer a full array of catering options that can be customized to meet your needs, budget and event style. To submit your request select "Book an Event" below and be sure to clarify Catering in your request or call 206-448-4884 to order.
  • Private party facilities
    Cutters Bayhouse presents The Bayroom for private dining and entertaining. Located adjacent to historic Pike Place Market and Victor Steinbrueck Park, truly in the heart of the city of Seattle. Please contact us for details.
  • Private party contact
    our private Event Coordinator: (206) 448-4884

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