There's no shortage of seafood restaurants in Astoria, Oregon, which is located on the banks of the Columbia River less than two miles east of where the river empties into the Pacific Ocean. If you're looking for seafood served in a romantic setting overlooking the river or a casual afternoon with the family, Astoria's roster of seafood restaurants won't disappoint you.
Astoria's Silver Salmon Grille offers a variety of fresh seafood dishes, including salmon, prawns, clams and lobster, in addition to traditional fare such as steaks, chicken, pastas and salads. The stunning architecture of the Silver Salmon creates an ideal setting for a special evening while being casual enough for a lunch with the kids. The smoke-free lounge boasts a Scottish cherrywood bar that was shipped around Cape Horn to the Oregon coast in the 1880s.
Silver Salmon Grille
1105 Commercial
Astoria, OR 97103
503-338-6640
silversalmongrille.com
Boasting a long list of seafood dinners from crab and mushrooms sambuca carbonara to thundermuck tuna, Baked Alaska offers river views from every table, and outdoor tables are available when the weather cooperates. Two banquet rooms are available for groups. Patrons can enjoy live music in the Northern Lights Lounge, along with a selection of draft beer, signature cocktails and a wine list featuring a selection of international and regional wines.
Baked Alaska
1 12th St.
503-325-7414
www.bakedak.com
Enjoy a view of the mighty Columbia River or end the day watching the sun set over the water from any seat at Pier 11 Steakhouse. Pier 11's lunch menu offers a variety of seafood, soups and sandwiches. Dinner choices include such seafood delicacies such as coconut mango seafood and crab, bourbon barbecue salmon and shrimp stuffed halibut. After hours, adults can enjoy the an extensive beverage list and a spin around Pier 11's dance floor.
Pier 11 Steakhouse
77 11th St.
Astoria, OR 97103-4185
(503) 325-1775
pier11steakhouse.com
Bowpicker Fish and Chips is the place to go for a fish dinner made from succulent chunks of beer battered albacore tuna, fried hot and crispy and served British style with malt vinegar and tartar sauce. The fish is served over a generous plate filled with hot steak fries. Bowpicker is a converted gill net boat located across the street from Astoria's famous Columbia River Maritime Museum.
Bowpicker Fish and Chips
1636 Dwane
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 791-2942
bowpicker.com
