Weekend Brunch at Salty’s on Alki Beach in Seattle

Salty’s on Alki Beach in West Seattle is a popular restaurant for families, couples and tourists.

I had read about the brunch buffet at Salty’s for months leading up to our Seattle trip and quickly made a reservation soon after our flights were booked.

We pulled into Salty’s parking lot on a cloudy Saturday morning and were greeted by several metal sculptures and a grey seaside themed building.

We were promptly seated near the outdoor patio (which unfortunately was closed because of the rain and cold temps outside) and took a few moments to enjoy the view of Elliott Bay before heading to the buffet tables.

Salty’s Weekend Brunch Buffet

Salty’s offers a diverse range of foods and dishes – from traditional breakfast brunch items including custom made omelettes, a salad bar, made to order pasta station, meat-carving station including prime rib and ham, made to order crepe station, and a large dessert selection including an always running chocolate fountain.

I tried a little bit of the breakfast items and thought they were good. Nothing too memorable but not bad either.

The freshly made donuts and scones were my favorite breakfast items and other family members raved about the omelettes, cheesy hash browns and eggs benedict. Donuts and scones are also available in the little waiting area by the entrance/exit of Salty’s so if you want a snack for the road help yourself to a bag!

The antipasto table featured a variety of vegetables and cured meats. I tried a few of the items and they were quite tasty.

What I was particularly looking forward to was seafood and dessert so I spent the large majority of my time around these tables.

Dungeness crab, king crab legs, tiger prawns, oysters in the half shell shucked on demand, seafood chowder, clams and mussels from the Puget Sound, and a variety of fish dishes filled the seafood buffet area.

Everything was incredibly fresh and flavorful – my favourite being the raw oysters.

After about 3 plates of breakfast and seafood items, I headed to the dessert table looking to satisfy my sweet tooth. Side note, there is no shortage of restaurants for sweet tooths in Seattle.

What to choose – pastries, cakes, chocolate fondue, key lime pie, crème brulee or more donuts and scones?

Unfortunately by the time I headed to the dessert table (it was more like waddling at that point!) I was quite full and opted for plain fruit and a small selection of desserts.

There was just so much food and not enough room in my belly to try it all.

Brunch at Salty’s on Alki Beach is one of my family’s most memorable dining experiences and I would highly recommend stopping in for the flavorful food, friendly service and of course the incredible views.

Tips & Helpful Hints

Salty’s in Alki Beach, 1936 Harbor Ave. SW, Seattle, WA (206) 937-1600

Brunch at Salty’s is only offered on Saturday (9:30 AM to 1:30 PM) and Sunday (8:45 AM to 1:30 PM).

Buffet Brunch Pricing:

Sundays (non-holiday)

• Adults $49.50
• Seniors $43.50
• Children 9 to 13 $26.50
• Children 5 to 8 $18.50
• Children under 4 free

Sunday Happy Hour

Adults Only: First Seating 8:45 a.m. Last Seating 9 a.m. $43.50

Saturdays (non-holiday)

• Adults & Seniors $43.50
• Children 9 to 13 $26.50
• Children 5 to 8 $18.50
• Children 4 and under free

Coffee, tea and soft drinks are included in the brunch price.

The full weekend brunch buffet menu is available here.

Reservations are highly recommended for brunch, Make them online or call the restaurant directly. Waiting time for walk ins the weekend we visited was close to 1 hour.

Parking is free in the restaurant lot and along the street. Valet parking is also available for Salty’s guests.

King County Water Taxi from downtown Seattle at Pier 50 offers shuttle service to Seacrest Park (1600 Harbor Ave. SW) which is only a few minutes walking from Salty’s.

If you are preferred hotel guest in downtown Seattle (both the Fairmont Olympic and Hotel Monaco qualify), complimentary limo transportation may be available. Check with your hotel concierge and ask about free limo transportation from your hotel to Salty’s.

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