Coastal Dining & Fresh Seafood
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 Curations

Location

Ocean Front Walk

Cozy Oceanfront Restaurant Interior
Fresh culinary prep
12+ Local Fisheries Partners
ESTABLISHED 2018

Serving ocean-fresh delights daily along the coast.

At The Salt & Anchor, we believe that the best meals are simple, transparent, and bound beautifully to their geography. Overlooking the breakwater, we gather daily with local independent fishermen, Willapa Bay oyster growers, and coastal farmers to craft a menu that sings with seasonality and freshness.

100% Sustainable

We respect seasonal restrictions, supporting marine life conservation with every harvest.

Oceanic Excellence

Our master chefs balance traditional coastal methods with modern inventive gastronomy.

SUMMER SELECTIONS

Summer Tide Specials

Every month, the kitchen builds a short list of specials around whatever local boats and farms are bringing in at its best.

Summer Lobster Boil Chef's Signature

The Grand Lobster Boil

$48

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

Limited Daily Supply Award Winner
Seared Diver Scallops 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
Oyster Tower Raw Bar Highlight

Mignonette Oyster Flight

$29

One dozen freshly-shucked local oysters served on shaved sea ice. Accompanied by trio of bespoke mignonettes: traditional shallot, fresh melon mint, and smoked hot pepper.

Super Fresh Wine Pairing Extra
TESTIMONIALS

What Our Guests Say

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

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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
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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
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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

Located right on the Port of Ilwaco waterfront. Find a cozy harborside table, step in, 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

+1 (555) 725-8262

reservations@saltanchor.com

OCEAN AVENUE WATERFRONT WAY
The Salt & Anchor

Port of Ilwaco Marina, Suite 4

Free Valet Parking
Pacific Yacht Basin
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