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Ivar's Mukilteo Landing
Summary
Would we go there again: Yes
We've actually eaten at Ivar's two out of our three anniversarys so far now. They're a more upscale place, right on the water at the ferry terminal in Mukilteo. They definitely serve some darn good seafood, arguably worth the higher cost. Not a place we would go very often, but clearly for special occasions.
Comments & RatingsWe've actually eaten at Ivar's two out of our three anniversarys so far now. They're a more upscale place, right on the water at the ferry terminal in Mukilteo. They definitely serve some darn good seafood, arguably worth the higher cost. Not a place we would go very often, but clearly for special occasions.
Tim's Comments: The food was pretty good, though the portion was not nearly as large as what I ordered last time (two years ago). I had to dock them a point or two on "setting" for the cold breeze that seemed to be coming from nowhere. Other than that it was an overall very pleasant experience. But then I was spending the time with my lovely wife, so that's to be expected no matter where we are.
Jeni's Comments: Best tasting halibut I've ever had. The rest of the dish was just okay though. I was finally able to taste Tully's Coffee (that's what they serve), and I liked it. They deserve an 8.5 overall rating, but I'm not allowed to give half scores. They're better than an eight, but not quite a nine.
Ratings
About the RestaurantJeni's Comments: Best tasting halibut I've ever had. The rest of the dish was just okay though. I was finally able to taste Tully's Coffee (that's what they serve), and I liked it. They deserve an 8.5 overall rating, but I'm not allowed to give half scores. They're better than an eight, but not quite a nine.
Ratings
| Tim | Jeni | |
| Taste: | 8 | 8 |
| Value: | 6 | 5 |
| Service: | 7 | 8 |
| Setting: | 7 | 8 |
| Speed: | 8 | 8 |
| Overall: | 8 | 8 |
| (overall is not an average) | ||
Address: 710 Front St Mukilteo, WA (map)
Restaurant Style: Seafood
Price Range: $13 - $33, average entrée: $19
Decor: a very Northwest feel, lots of wood, boat & fish theme
Noise Level: moderately noisy
Lighting: lots of light from multiple sources, big windows, ceiling lamps, wall lamps, hanging lamps
Tables Equipped With: salt & pepper, sweeteners, candle, drink menu
Temperature: a bit of a cold breeze (I think we were right by a vent)
About Our ExperienceRestaurant Style: Seafood
Price Range: $13 - $33, average entrée: $19
Decor: a very Northwest feel, lots of wood, boat & fish theme
Noise Level: moderately noisy
Lighting: lots of light from multiple sources, big windows, ceiling lamps, wall lamps, hanging lamps
Tables Equipped With: salt & pepper, sweeteners, candle, drink menu
Temperature: a bit of a cold breeze (I think we were right by a vent)
Date: Saturday, October 8th, 2005
Meal/Time: Dinner, 4:15 PM
Wait to be Seated: none
How Full: ~25%
What We Ordered: Jeni - Clam Chowder (appetizer), Taste of the Northwest (entrée) Tim - Salmon Chowder (appetizer), Baked Jumbo Prawns & Crab (entrée)
Free Appetizers: Sourdough Rolls
Time (from ordering to getting appetizers): 2 minutes
Time (from ordering to getting entrées): 13 minutes
What We Paid (without tip): $60
Meal/Time: Dinner, 4:15 PM
Wait to be Seated: none
How Full: ~25%
What We Ordered: Jeni - Clam Chowder (appetizer), Taste of the Northwest (entrée) Tim - Salmon Chowder (appetizer), Baked Jumbo Prawns & Crab (entrée)
Free Appetizers: Sourdough Rolls
Time (from ordering to getting appetizers): 2 minutes
Time (from ordering to getting entrées): 13 minutes
What We Paid (without tip): $60