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Best Waterfront Dining in Gig Harbor

The best waterfront dining in Gig Harbor is a short drive from Olalla Bay: harbor-view seafood at Anthony's, a deck over the water at Tides Tavern, brunch in a historic netshed at NetShed No. 9, seasonal Northwest cooking at Brix 25, a wine bar deck at Morso, waterfront breakfast at Devoted Kiss Cafe, and a fire pit patio at 7 Seas Brewing. Every place on this list sits on the harbor.

Seven places where the water is part of the meal.

Written by Assaf, the Olalla Bay editor. Updated October 2026.

Gig Harbor earns its postcard reputation at the table. The downtown waterfront packs a full day of eating into a few walkable blocks: breakfast over the marina, lunch on a deck over the water, a brewery patio with a view of Mount Rainier, and dinner with the harbor outside the window. From Olalla Bay it is about 15 minutes to downtown, and the whole list below fits in that one small stretch of Harborview Drive and its side streets.

This guide covers only places with a real waterfront setting: a harbor view, a patio on the harbor, or a deck over the water. For the wider list, including places a block off the water, see the where to eat in Gig Harbor guide.

Practical tips before you go

Parking downtown is mostly street parking and small lots. Summer weekends fill up, so go early or allow time to find a spot. Anthony's has a lot across the street. Brix 25 validates parking at Arabella's Landing Marina, with the entrance off Dorotich.

Reservations matter at two places: Anthony's and Brix 25, especially on weekends. Devoted Kiss Cafe takes no reservations at all, so weekends reward an early arrival. For the rest, an early arrival helps on sunny weekends.

Two places are 21 and over: Tides Tavern and Morso. Bring ID. The other places on this list welcome all ages.

Best times: weekday mornings for breakfast, weekday lunch for the quietest decks, and golden hour for the brewery patio and the dinner rooms. Hours change by season, so check the restaurant site before you drive over.

Anthony's at Gig Harbor

The waterfront classic. Anthony's sits in the Finholm Marketplace right on the harbor, with the marina on one side and Mount Rainier on the other when the sky cooperates. The menu is Pacific Northwest seafood: Dungeness crab, wild salmon, halibut fish and chips, and clam chowder. There is a Sunday brunch starting at 10am, and the downstairs Shoreline Room lounge feels close to the water. Happy hour runs daily from 3pm to 6:30pm in the bar only, and a three course dinner is offered Monday through Friday from 3pm to 5:30pm.

Practical details: Anthony's at Gig Harbor

• Address: 8827 N Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
• Hours: Monday through Thursday 11:30am to 8pm, Friday and Saturday 11:30am to 9pm, Sunday 10am to 8pm
• What to order: Dungeness Crab and Shrimp Fettuccine, Copper River King Salmon, clam chowder, pan-fried oysters
• Drive from Olalla Bay: About 15 minutes
• Reservations: Yes, especially weekends
• Website: anthonys.com

Tides Tavern

A deck over the water, and the most harbor-front seat in town. The building went up in 1910 as a general store, and the Tides has been pouring since 1973. In 2026 it became part of the Anthony's family, with a promise to keep the grill hot and the taps flowing. It is a proper waterfront tavern: wooden tables, a deck over the water, harbor views, and pub food done well. Happy hour runs Sunday through Thursday from 2pm to 5pm. Note the age rule: it is 21 and over, so bring ID and plan family dinners elsewhere.

Practical details: Tides Tavern

• Address: 2925 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
• Hours: Monday through Sunday 11am to 9pm
• What to order: Clam chowder, halibut and chips, lobster roll
• Drive from Olalla Bay: About 15 minutes
• Age note: 21 and over only, ID required
• Website: tidestavern.com

NetShed No. 9

Breakfast in a historic netshed, right on the water. The building is the attraction and the food earns it: lemon curd and blueberry French toast, ricotta sourdough pancakes, and a skillet of warm cinnamon rolls that feeds the table. Outdoor dining on the patio is available year round as weather permits. They also do dinner Friday and Saturday evenings. Note the midweek closure: no Tuesday or Wednesday.

Practical details: NetShed No. 9

• Address: 3313 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
• Hours: Breakfast and lunch 8am to 2pm Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday; dinner Friday and Saturday 4pm to 8pm; closed Tuesday and Wednesday
• What to order: Lemon curd and blueberry French toast, ricotta and sourdough pancake, skillet cinnamon rolls
• Drive from Olalla Bay: About 15 minutes
• Website: netshed9.com

Brix 25

The special-occasion pick. Seasonal Northwest cooking on the waterfront, with an award-winning wine list that pours Washington and Oregon exclusively. The room is small and the view is big, and it is only open Thursday through Sunday evenings, which tells you everything about how to plan: reserve ahead, and order what the kitchen is excited about that week.

Practical details: Brix 25

• Address: 3315 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
• Hours: Thursday through Sunday 4pm to 8pm
• What to order: Prime New York steak, ahi carpaccio, oysters on the half shell, Not Your Grandma's Tiramisu
• Drive from Olalla Bay: About 15 minutes
• Reservations: Yes
• Website: harborbrix.com

Morso

A waterfront bistro and wine bar with a seasonal deck over the harbor. The menu runs seasonal small plates and pastas, and the wine list covers local and international bottles. Summer evenings on the deck are the draw. Like the Tides, it is 21 and over, and parking nearby is tight, so walk from downtown if you can.

Practical details: Morso

• Address: 9014 Peacock Hill Ave, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
• Hours: Monday through Saturday noon to 8pm, Sunday noon to 7pm
• What to order: Cacio e pepe pasta, gnocchi, steamed clams, warm goat-chevre dip
• Drive from Olalla Bay: About 15 minutes
• Age note: 21 and over only
• Website: morsobistro.com

Devoted Kiss Cafe

Waterfront breakfast with a marina view. Everything is made from scratch in house, the coffee is Cutter's Point, and up to 90 percent of the menu can be customized gluten-free. Open at 7 every single day, and no reservations, so weekends reward the early.

Practical details: Devoted Kiss Cafe

• Address: 8809 N Harborview Dr #203, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
• Hours: Daily 7am to 2pm
• What to order: Banana bread French toast, pulled pork Benny, scratch biscuits and gravy, ham and egg croissant
• Drive from Olalla Bay: About 15 minutes
• Reservations: None; no call-ahead seating
• Website: devotedkisscafe.com

7 Seas Brewing

The beer stop on the waterfront. The Gig Harbor taproom is all ages, the outdoor area is pet friendly, and there are fire pits for gray days and a Mount Rainier view on clear ones. The tap list rotates through IPAs, lagers, and seasonals. A food truck serves paninis and pizza, which makes it an easy rally point when the group cannot agree on dinner.

Practical details: 7 Seas Brewing

• Address: 2905 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
• Hours: Daily 11am to 10pm
• What to order: British Pale Ale, the rotating IPAs, pilsner
• Drive from Olalla Bay: About 15 minutes
• Notes: All ages; outdoor area is pet friendly; fire pits
• Website: 7seasbrewing.com

Questions people ask

Which Gig Harbor restaurants have the best water views?

Anthony's at Gig Harbor, Tides Tavern, NetShed No. 9, Brix 25, Morso, Devoted Kiss Cafe, and 7 Seas Brewing all sit on the harbor. Ask for a window, patio, or deck table.

Do I need reservations for waterfront dining in Gig Harbor?

For Anthony's and Brix 25 on weekends, yes. Devoted Kiss Cafe takes no reservations at all. For the rest, reservations or an early arrival help on sunny weekends.

Which waterfront restaurants in Gig Harbor are 21 and over?

Tides Tavern and Morso are 21 and over. Bring ID. The other places on this list welcome all ages.

Where can I get waterfront breakfast in Gig Harbor?

Devoted Kiss Cafe opens at 7am daily on the waterfront. NetShed No. 9 serves breakfast and lunch from 8am to 2pm, closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

How far is Gig Harbor waterfront dining from Olalla Bay?

About 15 minutes to downtown Gig Harbor with no traffic. Every restaurant on this list is in or near downtown, so one drive covers all of them.

Where do I park for waterfront dining in Gig Harbor?

Downtown parking is mostly street parking and small lots. Summer weekends fill up, so go early or allow time to find a spot. Anthony's has a lot across the street.