13 Best Seafood Restaurants in Gainesville

“This place ROCKS! I've been to many seafood wholesalers that really smelled of strong seafood...this place did not. It was very clean and tidy. The restroom was very clean. As we waited for our food, which was prepared, breaded, and fried right in front of us, a worker was wiping down glass display fronts as well as table and counter tops. The cashier who took our order was the most pleasant lady. All of these things are great but not why I came...I wanted good food and I was not disappointed. My fried shrimp was amazing; perfectly seasoned and cooked - no rubbery shrimp. The sauces were to-die-for. My wife's grilled shrimp was just as good. We will be back. Thank you for a great meal.“

“My girlfriend and I came here for lunch and we were greeted by our amazing server Daniel. Daniel took great care of us and was very attentive to us, the food was incredible and Daniel was a very great guy. We will definitely be returning to this restaurant, and we recommend everyone check this place out!“

“This place was listed on Yelp's top Seafood Spots in America and it didn't disappoint. The seafood was fresh and delicious. Very reasonably priced and the employees were very friendly and the service was great. Will definitely visit again.“

“The sweetest people. Always willing to do exactly what you are craving, doesn't matter the time of day. I always recommend them for their outstanding service and delicious food. Every time I come home from college I HAVE to get some wings from Lorio’s. They never fail to make my day and go out of their way to satisfy their customers. I love Lorio’s!! Honey Hot are the best;)“

“First time trying and I enjoyed it. Had the rib plate that comes with two sides, I chose the coleslaw and Mac n cheese, garlic bread and a couple of pickle slices with onion. The Mac was not your traditional type. Instead of cheddary it was Parmesan with a hint of what I believe was dill. It was good but different so just consider that. The coleslaw was didn't have a lot of flavor. Wasn't gross or anything but I just assume eat KFC slaw. The ribs were really good. Juicy and tender. They put sauce on the side, so I was a little mixed on my feeling about that but the ribs were so good they really dont need any sauce. Probably works better for the other meats. The negatives were that parking is not very accessible. But all of downtown Gainesville is like that, so not much can be done. If you're lucky you can get a spot in front on the side of the street. They could use two improvements though. A couple of more side item additions and a two or three meat combo platter. I believe this is the only BBQ place I've been to that doesn't. They could add one and easily charge up for the single meats were not crazy priced. I will eat there again if in the area. The place is also bigger on the inside than it looks from outside.“

“I had such a pleasant lunch here today with my sister. The new renovations are stunning and the vibe is so relaxing! Our server Katie was fantastic. The food was awesome and the lunch portions were perfect. I will definitely be back with friends in tow after glancing through and getting excited about more than a few items on the dinner menu!“

“Yellowfin is a great place to grab some surf ‘n’ turf. The staff were very kind and polite. The food was very well prepared. The Bruschetta Dip, NY Strip, and Shrimp Scampi were all bangers! This place would be suitable for a night out with friends, the family, a date, or to impress your in-laws without breaking the bank. Thank you, Yellowfin!“

“Let's start with my cocktail.... It was perfect, kudos to the bartender! I have a hard time finding someone to make me a gin Tom Collins, let alone a great one. This was a great one!Our server, Don, was excellent, couldn't have been more attentive and friendly. Great call on the grits with the trout, Don. Thank you.The fried green tomatoes were one of the best we've had in awhile. And even though there two , don't think they aren't filling. The tomatoes are sliced very thick, and the goat cheese adds another dimension to the taste that is wonderful.I can't say enough about the pork chops! When they say they are butterflied, don't go on the assumption that they will be thin. Because you would be so wrong. And they were cooked to perfection!“

“I have been here a few times before I write this. Every time I’ve been here there’s been a little bit of a language barrier, but I was served with kindness, and the owner was very nice to me. The food was great and cheap! I will definitely come here again an again.“

“This Restaurant has been My Favorite to come and Celebrate My Birthday! They have karaoke, and live music, every time my friends and I go there, we enjoy so much. The Food Is Really Good, I usually order the same thing all the time (Fried Shrimp), service has been getting a lot better, come and Try it out yourself ?✌️ The Owner Mirella Is Super Nice, and she will make sure you have a Pleasant Lunch/Dinner ?“

“The restaurant had an amazing view & live music. It is pet friendly. It was very packed & had to wait an hour just to be seated. Once we ordered our food, it came out fairly quick (was so hot & fresh). My fish tacos were so good, but the frozen lava flow topped it all. It was delicious!! It's a little pricey (expected). If I'm back in town, I'll for sure come back for a second round.“

“The food was decent, just like any other red lobster that I've been too, as well as the atmosphere, but the service? The service was phenomenal, Our server was Kira, she was very patient, energetic, and the one of the friendliest souls, that my family's encountered! My daughter was a huge fan, Kira was so sweet with her and made us feel very welcomed! She even let my daughter keep the pen she had, because she thought it was cute! Kira deserves well more than 5 stars, but sadly that's all I was allowed to go up to!! Thank you again Kira!“

“Great spot on Lake Lanier with comfy outdoor seating!! Food is delish and staff is friendly, overall a great spot!! Had Sunday Brunch buffet which was a great deal (although some of the food was cold as the buffet is served outside; a warming system of some sort would be helpful). Will be back!!!“