The story
Lowell’s Restaurant sits squarely on the waterfront at Pike Place Market, and according to Only Scrans, it’s “a bit touristy” but worth it for the Dungeness crab omelet. That dish is the clear standout, and the views from the dining room are beautiful—service is solid too.
The restaurant leans into American seafood territory, with a lively breakfast scene that makes it a decent choice for a scenic start to a market visit. Yes, it’s tourist-friendly, but as Only Scrans notes, the quality of that crab omelet—and the fact that you’re eating it with a waterfront view—keeps locals and visitors coming back.
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AI summary of what 1 dish mentions say about the food
Lowell’s Dungeness crab omelet steals the show, earning near-universal praise for its briny, buttery perfection. The overall vibe is cozy, unpretentious comfort food done with quiet, masterful skill.
“Never thought of putting crab meat in an omelet before. This omelet is stacked — there's more crab meat than there is egg. The Dungeness crab is naturally sweeter than standard crab. The crab is exceptional and the service has been great. This is $14, which is steep, but with this much crab, with crab being the price it is, worth it.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Lowell's Restaurant. Most active: Only Scrans
A waterfront restaurant at Pike Place Market known for its Dungeness crab omelet, with beautiful views and good service despite being a bit touristy.
Dishes mentioned
Dungeness Crab Omelet
Never thought of putting crab meat in an omelet before. This omelet is stacked — there's more crab meat than there is egg. The Dungeness crab is naturally sweeter than standard crab. The crab is exceptional and the service has been great. This is $14, which is steep, but with this much crab, with crab being the price it is, worth it.
