While living in New York City, you can enjoy different amazing seafood restaurants.
There are over 20 truly amazing seafood spots in NYC today, based on Google Maps.
I’ve tried most of them and would like to share some of the best ones with you.
Read on to discover the most unique and the best seafood restaurants in NYC.
Top Seafood Restaurants in NYC
Seafood Spot 1: Lobster Place
Lobster Place is in Chelsea Market.
Indeed, the main food of the spot is their lobster. And there are various food options with lobster.
Being one of the best seafood restaurants in NYC (you can also make sure based on its reviews), offers different soups and salads, pasta, and other dish options.
Some tasty seafood options from their menu are:
- Kusshi British Columbia (oysters);
- Whole Stuffed Lobster;
- King Crab California.
As I’m a salmon-lover, I’ve tasted their “Salmon Avocado” and can guarantee – you will like it.
- GMB Stars/Reviews: 4.5 (out of 5, based on 2,930+ reviews)
- Location: 89 South St, New York, NY 10038, United States
Seafood Spot 2: Lure Fishbar
Lure Fishbar’s location is in the trendy neighborhood of SoHo, near the Museum of Ice Cream.
Their menu includes a few signature foods. Those include:
- Kenai Roll (includes spicy wild king salmon and other ingredients);
- Yellowtail jalapeño roll;
- Sushi & Sashimi.
See more about Lure Fishbar below:
- GMB Stars/Reviews: 4.4 (out of 5, based on 1700+ reviews)
- Location: 142 Mercer St, New York, NY 10012, United States
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Seafood Spot 3: Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is indeed one of the best seafood restaurants in NYC. It’s famous for serving quality and delicious seafood. It gets it directly from NYC fishermen.
The menu changes daily (almost). It’s based on the availability of the freshest catch. Watch the video above for a better overview of the restaurant.
Some food options to highlight from the menu are:
- Dumb luck coconut shrimp;
- Bourbon St. Mahi Mahi & Shrimp;
- Of Course, We Have Scampi.
And some helpful info if you want to know more about them.
- GMB Stars/Reviews: 4.3 (out of 5, based on 13,100+ reviews)
- Location: 1501 Broadway, New York, NY 10036, United States
Seafood Spot 4: Blue Fin
Set in the heart of Times Square, Blue Fin is also among the top seafood restaurants in NYC I’ve ever been.
Some of the seafood options are:
- Oysters;
- Lobster rolls;
- Bang-Bang rock shrimp and shishtos.
They have something to amaze their visitors.
- GMB Stars/Reviews: 4.2 (out of 5, based on 960 reviews)
- Location: 1567 Broadway, New York, NY 10036, United States
Seafood Spot 5: The Fulton (by Jean-Georges)
The Fulton is another great seafood spot to visit in New York.
Let’s start with its location – South Street Seaport, which is just perfect (see the map below):
So if you want to enjoy seafood with a sea view, The Fulton is the place to be.
Here are some of the seafood options from their menu:
- Royale Seafood Plateau;
- Shrimp Cocktail;
- Warm Octopus and Fresh Mozzarella.
I recommend trying their “Roasted Faroe Island Salmon” for the main course. It’s cooked perfectly and just melts in the mouth.
- GMB Stars/Reviews: 4.2 (out of 5, based on 880 reviews)
- Location: 89 South St, New York, NY 10038, United States
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Key Takeaways
if you live in New York City, you can’t miss enjoying the gifts of the sea (and ocean) as well.
Most of the restaurants I mentioned above offer online reservations and make the process quick and easy.
Yeah – and they suit every taste and budget. They range from fancy to casual.
I hope you’ll have a memorable experience.
Enjoy!!
