The Everett waterfront now has enough dining options that you can hop happy hour between four or five spots without moving your car. Here’s exactly where to go and when.
Restaurant Row at Port of Everett’s Waterfront Place has added five new tenants in the past six months. That critical mass means the waterfront is finally a legitimate evening destination — not just one good restaurant surrounded by empty buildings. Here’s how to make the most of it.
Tapped Public House — The Rooftop Opener
Location: Port of Everett Waterfront Place, second floor
Vibe: Pacific Northwest brewpub, family-friendly, maritime-themed interior with octopus mural
What to order: Craft beer on tap, the Bay Shrimp Roll (exclusive to this location), PNW-inspired scratch kitchen plates
The move: Start here at opening, grab the rooftop before it fills up. The rooftop deck is the largest on the Everett waterfront in Snohomish County — panoramic marina and Possession Sound views with roll-up doors when weather cooperates. Floor-to-ceiling windows year-round. This is your 5pm stop.
Hours: Check current hours at portofeverett.com — opened March 2, 2026
Rustic Cork Wine Bar — The Wind-Down
Location: Port of Everett Waterfront Place, Fisherman’s Harbor
Vibe: Wine bar, quieter, more intimate than Tapped
What to order: Natural wines, curated small plates
The move: After Tapped’s rooftop energy, Rustic Cork is the decompression. Opened December 2025, it’s settled into its waterfront rhythm. Good stop for a second glass before dinner.
Scuttlebutt Family Pub — The Institution
Location: 1205 Craftsman Way (adjacent to waterfront, short walk from Restaurant Row)
Vibe: Classic waterfront brewpub, dog-friendly patio, family-friendly
What to order: House-brewed ales, fish and chips, clam chowder, the Big Dumper Beer Cal Raleigh lager if it’s still on tap
The move: Scuttlebutt’s patio overlooks the Port of Everett Marina. It’s been here for decades and it’s earned the loyalty. This is the comfort stop — especially if you’re bringing someone to the waterfront for the first time and want a guaranteed good time without any risk.
The Net Shed Fish Market and Kitchen — The Local’s Pick
Location: 1500 Seiner Drive, Fisherman’s Harbor
Vibe: Coastal fish market and kitchen, heritage-inspired, outdoor patio
What to order: Seasonal seafood, fresh catch preparations
The move: The Net Shed opened December 2025 and has built a loyal following fast. The inspiration from the original commercial fishing net sheds of the historic Everett waterfront comes through in the design. Order the catch, eat on the patio, feel good about supporting something that’s actually connected to the place it’s in.
Fisherman Jack’s — The Established Anchor
Location: Port of Everett Waterfront Place
Vibe: Asian-inspired waterfront dining, established Restaurant Row tenant
What to order: Asian-fusion plates, cocktails
The move: One of the original Restaurant Row tenants, Fisherman Jack’s has the most experience executing for a waterfront crowd. Good fallback if the newer spots have long waits.
Logistics: How to Run This Route
Park once — the Port of Everett waterfront has shared-use parking throughout Waterfront Place. The entire Restaurant Row circuit is walkable in under 10 minutes. Start at 5pm on Tapped’s rooftop, work down through Rustic Cork and the Net Shed by 7pm, finish at Scuttlebutt for dinner. That’s the full route. If you’re doing it on a Friday when Silvertips playoff games are on, the waterfront energy is noticeably better — people are charged up before the game and celebrating after.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best waterfront happy hour in Everett?
Tapped Public House has the best views with its rooftop deck. Scuttlebutt is the most established and reliable. The Net Shed is the best for fresh seafood in an authentic setting.
Is there parking at Port of Everett Restaurant Row?
Yes — shared-use parking is available throughout Waterfront Place. Park once and walk the entire Restaurant Row circuit on foot.
What’s the newest restaurant at the Everett waterfront?
Tapped Public House opened March 2, 2026. Marina Azul Cocina and Cantina and Menchie’s at the Marina are expected to open spring 2026, adding to the lineup.
Is the Everett waterfront good for a date night?
Yes — Rustic Cork Wine Bar and The Net Shed are the strongest date-night picks. Tapped’s rooftop at sunset is objectively impressive. The waterfront has enough variety that you can calibrate the vibe to the occasion.