Walrus & Carpenter

4.5

(2,144) $$$$ $$$$ Modern, Small Plates, Pacific Northwestern, Oysters, US cuisine

Description

Summary: Oysters, clams, and crudo headline a menu of shareable bites served beside an open kitchen counter.

Walrus & Carpenter occupies a bright, cheerful space in the Kolstrand Building, where the focus on oysters shines alongside blue pools from Hama Hama and Kusshis from British Columbia. The menu leans toward seafood and small plates that change daily, with favorites like steak tartare, grilled sardines, and smoked trout. Diners can enjoy a show at the open kitchen counter, pairings with European-inspired wines, and desserts such as lemon saffron cake, all in a lively yet intimate setting.