Pacific Northwest pours that match the catch
Redmond Town Center · Redmond · Seafood · Visit Website ↗
Reviewed by the RagingWine Tasting Desk · July 15, 2026
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Wingman Metrics
The wine list at Big Fish Grill reads exactly like the restaurant looks: unpretentious, casual, and focused on the Pacific Northwest. It's not trying to be a wine bar, but it's not phoning it in either. Regional representation is front and center, which is exactly what you want at a seafood spot in Redmond.
Thirty to fifty labels keeps things manageable without feeling thin, and the focus on Washington State, Oregon, and California makes sense for a restaurant leaning into local identity. You'll find Washington Riesling and Willamette Valley Pinot Gris pulling their weight alongside Sonoma Chardonnay — all solid choices for fish-forward menus. The list doesn't push into adventurous territory, but every bottle earns its spot. Gaps show up when you look for anything outside the West Coast comfort zone — no Old World alternatives, no skin-contact wines, nothing for the Burgundy-minded diner.
Eight to fourteen glass options is a respectable spread for a casual seafood grill, and the $10–$16 range keeps things accessible without bottoming out on quality. The selection leans white and light, which tracks for a menu built around grilled salmon and fish and chips. Don't expect frequent rotation — this list looks like it updates seasonally at best.
Willamette Valley Pinot Gris — $12
Oregon Pinot Gris at this price point is a genuine steal for a seafood pairing — crisp, food-friendly, and squarely in the sweet spot of the by-the-glass range.
Washington State Riesling
Most people at a seafood grill default to Chardonnay and miss the Riesling entirely. Washington Riesling has the acidity and subtle sweetness to handle anything from fish and chips to a spiced preparation — it's the smarter order.
Sonoma Chardonnay
Generic Sonoma Chardonnay at a casual grill almost always means a heavily oaked, butter-bomb bottle that competes with the fish rather than complements it. With better Pacific Northwest whites on the list, there's no reason to default here.
Willamette Valley Pinot Gris + Grilled Salmon
Oregon Pinot Gris has the body to stand up to salmon's richness without overwhelming it — the stone fruit and bright acidity cut through the char and fat in a way that Chardonnay usually botches.
The Bottom Line
Big Fish Grill isn't a destination for wine lovers, but it's a genuinely solid neighborhood spot that respects the Pacific Northwest enough to pour it properly. Send a friend here — just point them toward the Riesling.
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Small but Thoughtful
Steal
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
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Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Willing but Green
Occasional
Acceptable
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Solid Range
Steep
Varietal Specific
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Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Grocery Store
Fair
Basic Stemmed
MIA
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Small but Thoughtful
Fair
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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Plays It Safe
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Occasional
Acceptable
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Small but Thoughtful
Steep
Basic Stemmed
Rotating Cast
Set & Forget
Acceptable
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