Sustainably Sourced Seafood

Freshly Caught.
Lovingly Prepared.

Experience unparalleled seaside dining at The Salt & Anchor, where every plate celebrates the vibrant flavors of our coast.

Explore Our Menu

Daily Catch

Pier to Plate

Oysters

Harvested Fresh

Fine Wines

Coastal Cellar

Location

Port of Ilwaco

12+ Local Fishery Partners

ESTABLISHED 2018

Serving ocean-fresh delights daily along the coast.

At The Salt & Anchor, we believe the best meals are simple, honest, and rooted in place. Overlooking the breakwater, we work daily with local independent fishermen, Willapa Bay oyster growers, and coastal farmers to build a menu that sings with the season.

100% Sustainable

We honor seasonal harvest limits, supporting marine-life conservation with every catch.

Oceanic Excellence

Our chefs balance traditional coastal methods with modern, inventive technique.

SUMMER SELECTIONS

Summer Tide Specials

Each month, our kitchen builds a short list of specials around whatever the local boats and farms are bringing in at their peak.

Chef's Signature

The Grand Lobster Boil

$48

Whole fresh-caught lobster steamed with sweet local corn, fingerling potatoes, and spicy andouille sausage, finished with drawn garlic butter and sea-kelp salt.

Limited Daily Supply Award Winner

Catch of the Day

Seared Diver Scallops

$39

Pan-seared jumbo Pacific scallops nestled over a bed of creamy saffron and charred sweet pea purée, crowned with toasted pine nuts and crispy seaweed strips.

Healthy Choice Gluten-Free

Raw Bar Highlight

Mignonette Oyster Flight

$29

One dozen freshly shucked local oysters on shaved sea ice, with a trio of house mignonettes: classic shallot, melon-mint, and smoked chili.

Super Fresh Wine Pairing Extra

CULINARY EXCELLENCE

Featured Menu Items

A rotating selection built from top-grade seasonal ingredients — sustainable, clean, and full of coastal flavor.

Crispy Coastal Calamari

$18

Tossed with cracked pink peppercorns, pickled sweet peppers, and sea salt; served with a tangy citrus-herb aioli.

Bestseller

Cast-Iron Pacific Halibut

$38

Wild halibut, braised leeks, spring pea risotto, slow-roasted yellow heirloom tomatoes, dill-infused citrus emulsion.

Gluten-Free

Fresh Salt-Rock Oysters (½ Dozen)

$24

Harvested locally from crisp saltwater flats. Served on crushed sea ice with classic apple cider mignonette.

Organic

The Anchor Bouillabaisse

$35

Hearty, rich traditional saffron broth loaded with fresh mussels, clams, shrimp, and seasonal white fish. Served with crusty sourdough.

Signature

Sea Spray Rosemary Mezcal

$16

Smoky artisanal mezcal, freshly squeezed pink grapefruit, cold-pressed lime, homemade rosemary simple syrup, black sea-salt rim.

Bespoke Cocktail

Coastal Crisp Sauvignon Blanc

$14

An elegant, bright, flinty white — sourced to pair beautifully with raw oysters and briny seafood platters.

Perfect Pairing

TESTIMONIALS

What Our Guests Say

Real words from recent guests — straight from our review pages.

Marcus Helms

Local Guide • 38 reviews

"Absolutely world-class! The Cast-Iron Pacific Halibut practically melts in your mouth. You must experience sitting on the breakwater deck right at sunset—truly mesmerizing."

Verified Diner 2 days ago

Emily Albright

Food Blogger • 14 reviews

"The oyster selection is hand-picked genius. Every single oyster was extraordinarily clean, cold, and fresh. Incredible attention to detail by the culinary and raw bar staff."

Verified Diner 1 week ago

Jonathan Davis

Local Guide • 112 reviews

"The Salt & Anchor is our ultimate culinary sanctuary! The service was impeccably professional, and their Sea Spray Rosemary Mezcal cocktail blew us entirely away. Top marks!"

Verified Diner 3 weeks ago

VISIT US

Hours & Location

Right on the Port of Ilwaco waterfront. Step in, find a cozy harborside table, and let us serve you.

Kitchen Hours

Monday - Thursday 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Friday - Saturday 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Sunday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Our Port

1204 Waterfront Way, Suite C, Ilwaco, WA 98624

Hail Us

(360) 555-0118

reservations@saltanchor.com

The Salt & Anchor

Port of Ilwaco Marina, Suite C

Free Valet Parking

Pacific Yacht Basin

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Freshly Caught. Lovingly Prepared.