The White Swan Public House

Name: The White Swan Public House
Address: 1001 Fairview Avenue N, Seattle, WA, United States, 98109
Telephone: (206) 588-2680
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4

4 (427)

$31 to $50

Seafood

1001 Fairview Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98109

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2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Dog-friendly

A rustic seafood driven restaurant and craft cocktail bar. Features an expansive patio and waterfront experience. Rotating daily fresh oysters.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
Phone number
(206) 588-2680
Website
http://www.whiteswanpublichouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Douglas A. Smith
Catering
We do not provide catering services at this time.
Private party facilities
We do not host private events at this time. Walk ins only May 1st through October 1st.

Location
1001 Fairview Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98109
Neighborhood
Lake Union / Eastlake
Parking details
Paid Parking Lot and street parking available. Complimentary guest moorage available in the Spring and Summer.
Public transit
King County Metro: Routes 70 & 83South Lake Union Streetcar: Fred Hutchinson stopPronto Bike Share Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 427 people are saying

The White Swan Public House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.0

4.0 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4.0Service
4.2Ambience
3.8Value

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Loved For

Seattle
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The White Swan Public House boasts a "great outdoor area" with "beautiful views" of Lake Union, making it an ideal spot for "a sunset drink." Though some guests found the service and food inconsistent, the "selection of oysters was stellar" and the location offers "fantastic value." Perfect for outdoor dining.

427 Reviews

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Barry VIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best summer patio spot in South lake Union…my go-to when the lab work is done.
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Jem VIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington11 reviews
2.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Service was slow on silverware and drinks- not the kitchen they were fast and quality- but server didn’t really acknowledge her mistakes and they just kept happening. Asked for non creamy oysters many were creamy
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cyurs VIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington13 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great spot for a sunset drink. Smoked clam dip is a favorite.
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John
Orlando / Central Florida East1 review
5.0
Dined on July 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic value. Food was great (arugala salad was a wonderful surprise), and the prices were fantastic especially considering the location on the water!
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Moira
Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 30, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
waited initially at first fir any service then food came before place settings and drinks just an all around low avg experience
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Laurie
Seattle / Eastern Washington13 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 29, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful spot, classic crab shack food menu, rushed, barely attentive service. We love Matt's in the Market, enjoy Radiator Whiskey, but are unlikely to return to the sister restaurant of White Swan. Seattle has plenty of other pretty outdoor dining establishments, with equally good food and much better service.
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Lance
Seattle / Eastern Washington25 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience! Sat out on the patio enjoying the beautiful weather and delicious food.
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Mili
New York City15 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Good was not great. Hushpuppies were dry and oily. Fishwich was ok. I don’t think bacon on fish sandwich is good. Drinks were weak. Disappointing experience. Spent $80. Not worth it
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Denis VIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington12 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The service was so-so. It wasn’t that busy either
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Karen
Los Angeles3 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
awesome location on a nice day, but mediocre food, and spotty service. our food took forever, and then everybody in my party complained it wasn't worth the wait plus it was expensive for what we got. this is much better for just getting a drink and maybe snacks.
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FAQs

The White Swan Public House offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 588-2680.

The White Swan Public House is rated 4 stars by 427 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

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1001 Fairview Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98109

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Lake Union / Eastlake
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Paid Parking Lot and street parking available. Complimentary guest moorage available in the Spring and Summer.
Public transit
King County Metro: Routes 70 & 83South Lake Union Streetcar: Fred Hutchinson stopPronto Bike Share Station
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Douglas A. Smith
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.whiteswanpublichouse.com/
Phone number
(206) 588-2680
Catering
We do not provide catering services at this time.
Private party facilities
We do not host private events at this time. Walk ins only May 1st through October 1st.

The White Swan Public House

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Raw Oysters

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