AQUA by El Gaucho Menu (Update 2025)
Step into the world of exquisite seafood dining at AQUA by El Gaucho. Located at Pier 70 in Seattle, this upscale restaurant offers a wide range of seafood options with limited vegetarian choices. From the moment you step in, you are greeted with exceptional service and a classy ambiance overlooking the beautiful waterfront. The menu is curated with fresh and flavorful dishes, such as the crab mac & cheese, Brussels sprouts, oysters, and spicy shrimp appetizer that will tantalize your taste buds. Pair your meal with a local Columbia Valley wine recommended by the knowledgeable staff for a perfect dining experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or looking for a memorable dining experience, AQUA by El Gaucho is the place to be. Don't miss out on their Happy Hour specials and be sure to indulge in their decadent desserts for a truly unforgettable dining experience.
Starters
WICKED SHRIMP
spicy hot, grilled bread
PRAWN COCKTAIL
gem lettuce, fresh lemon
TENDERLOIN DIABLO
sauteed tenderloin tips,cajun cream sauce
GRILLED SPANISH OCTOPUS
marinated and candied olives, peppers, squid ink and black garlic hummus
SALMON RILLETTE
smoked roe, cucumber salad, grilled bread, pickled mustard
WARM ASPARAGUS
shaved prosciutto, pistachio, arugula, mint bearnaise
TABLESIDE YELLOWFIN POKE
tamari, sesame, avocado, scallions, cucumber, sushi rice, taro chips
THAI MUSSELS & CLAMS
basil, fresno chiles, thai coconut cream broth
LOCAL FRESH OYSTERS
half dozen, pomegranate mignonette, horseradish cocktail sauce
DUNGENESS CRAB LETTUCE WRAPS
crispy shallots, fresno peppers, cilantro, thai red curry vinaigrette
CALAMARI
crispy calamari, spicy soy glaze, ginger, scallions, pepper aioli
STRAWBERRY AND BEET SALAD
arugula, marcona almonds, citrus poppy seed labneh, extra virgin olive oil
TABLESIDE CAESAR SALAD
classically made from scratch, minimum of two
FARM GREENS
cucumber, radish, carrot, champagne vinaigrette
SOUP DU JOUR
Soup & Salad
Entrees
YELLOWFIN TUNA AU POIVRE
creamed fennel and cauliflower, leeks, brandy peppercorn sauce
PLANCHA SEARED JUMBO SCALLOPS
sugar snap peas, spring pea fagottini pasta, preserved lemon cream
GRILLED KING SALMON
charred artichokes, toasted fregola, piperade
GRILLED HALIBUT
braised radishes, turnips, kale, curried carrot butter
MISO BUTTERED BLACK COD
baby bok choy, maitake mushrooms, tamari-ginger vinaigrette
FILET MIGNON
oz, buerre monte
NEW YORK STEAK
oz, buerre monte
FRENCHED RIB CHOP
oz, buerre monte
BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN
pickled sweet peppers, bacon, green beans, herb buttermilk creme fraiche
BEARNAISE
BRANDY PEPPERCORN SAUCE
OSCAR STYLE
crab, asparagus, bearnaise
OZ. MAINE LOBSTER TAIL
Add Ons
Shareable Sides
YUKON GOLD MASHED POTATOES
sweet butter, cream
CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS
pancetta, hazelnuts, harissa-apple aioli
SWEET ROASTED YELLOW CORN
mesquite and chipotle lime butter, local honey
CRAB MAC N CHEESE
dungeness au gratin, strozzapreti, white cheddar and parmigiano reggiano, garlic butter, cream
SAUTEED FORAGED AND CULTIVATED MUSHROOMS
fines herbs, brandy
RUSBELL BURGER
white cheddar, jalapeno onion bacon jam, roasted garlic aioli, gem lettuce, bread and butter pickles, brioche bun
FRIES
harissa-apple aioli, ketchup
TENDERLOIN DIABLO
sauteed tenderloin tips, cajun cream sauce
MUSSELS AND CLAMS
thai coconut cream broth, basil, winter squash, fresno chiles
JOES CRISPY CALAMARI
FARM GREENS
cucumber, radish, carrot, verjus vinaigrette