50 Best Seafood Restaurants in New York

“One of New York’s hidden secrets. Not to be missed.“

“Beautifully prepared delicious food!!“

“From the warm welcome when we arrived to the moment we left, this experience was not just about discovering a new restaurant – it was a true destination! Their specialty is fish, and even as someone who usually prefers meat, I completely changed my mind!

This restaurant comes close to excellence in every way — creativity, flavors, and presentation. Nothing is missing! The lentils with foie gras, for example, were absolutely delicious, the lobster roll possibly the best of my life and the donut dessert was simply divine.

Highly recommended — a must-try culinary gem!“

“Amazing Dining Experience, Delicious Food, Private space with lovely Staff!!!“

“This establishment is everything! From the time I entered the service was impeccable. I had the seared Bass w/Copolini and the Crab Spring Rolls. 5 stars, a must when in NYC.“

“Food and drinks were absolutely delicious and the staff was lovely! So patient and attentive, would definitely go back again.“

“This is such a great place in the WV, honestly sometimes it feels so hard to find a place that isn’t geared to tourists or sort of a bland palette. This restaurant is way more chic and interesting that most of the restaurants in the area while also serving approachable food. This will be my new go-to when I have something to do in the neighborhood. Not to mention the service was really great and the vibe of the space is just right. I must say it sometimes is lame to order the bread and butter but it is really spectacular!“

“phenomenal experience, so much delicious food & a beautiful mix of flavours - highly recommend. A lot better than a lot of other 3 star restaurants I’ve been to! Everything is unique and watching the chefs at the counter is an amazing experience.“

“The flavors were great and will be back next time. Any food lovers out there?“

“The autumn salad was amazing!!“

“I've been waiting to eat here for over a year, and it did not disappoint. Can't get a dinner reservation? Try lunch, it's fantastic.

Totally worth the hype. Everything was delicious. The only minor disappointment, was not blown away by the Vongole. But honestly we practically ordered the whole menu and everything was so delicious otherwise.“

“Finally went to Moono and it delivered. Each dish held its own with unique flavors. We had a la carte among four of us with a bottle of makeoli and were happily filled with 1 appetizer and 3 entrees. We ordered an extra bowl of white rice which is the move as so many dishes had excellent sauces that you just wanted to soak up with rice, plus the white rice itself is perfect with a sweetness to it.

We had Hoe Muchim + Kim, Beef Hotpot, Mushroom Sotbap, and Galbijjim. It was outstanding from the cold cucumber soup at the beginning to the end. Beef hotpot is great for those who appreciate that pure beef taste and experience- it is lightly seasoned and in my opinion a great contrast to the big flavors of Galbijjim. Galbijjim is a crowd pleaser and easy to enjoy, it is a most indulgent version with meat removed from the bones. We only wished the dish were layered with more vegetables / mushrooms, which were not side characters in this dish. Sotbap was fragrant - only wished that they scooped out the crispy bits, which are the best parts. Maybe they can offer guests the option to serve themselves rather than take away and return with the scooped out bowls for each person.

Also would love to see more makgeolli options on the drinks menu.

Can’t wait to return!“

“Gotta be the best Carrot Dish ever! JP helped us pair the wine. Riesling with Carrot, of course. Great evening with inventive cuisine. One surprise after the next. Lobster dish was the highlight of the evening.“

“I have to say for the small amount of food the prices are a bit high.
The calamares were good, but the cheese plate i wasn't happy with it. They gave me 3 very tiny thin slices of hard white cheese, 1 very small brie, 2 dry pieces of white bread, 1 dry piece of priciutto and what I mostly did not like was the 2 slices of mortadella meat. They could have given a better meat choice also instead of dry bread water crackers would be a better choice.
That's just cheap meat to me. Usually when I order a charcuterie plate I am satisfied. This was not satisfying.
My husband had the burger he said it was OK.
Nothing to brag about.
The Tin building inside has a nice vibe.
Other than that I felt like when I was in France. Very little food with high prices.
The server was kind.“

“Nice atmosphere, very professional and friendly staff. Best caviar and great gourmet food selections.“

“The food here hits on every course so you’ll always be pleased. Service is on its best game and you definitely leave feeling like you were engaged with a completely premium experience. My only gripe is that they offer many supplements (that are not cheap) and they present them to you in stages so you always feel like you’re being upsold. I’d much rather pay a known fee early and just enjoy the rest of my experience.“

“Last night We came to eat at Mission Ceviche for the first time and we left very happy for the incredible quality of food and service. 100% recommended with a tremendous desire to return soon. Good service and everyone very friendly I had a very wonderful birthday.“

“I like ginger magrita....“

“Phenomenal experience! The food was all delicious and the service superb. The General Manager is perhaps once of the nicest people we've ever met, and he truly went above and beyond to ensure we had the best experience. We discussed how we had been so busy during our trip to the city that we didn't even have time to try NY pizza. During our tasting menu experience, an "off menu" item was brought to the table by the GM himself. Under the cloche was A PIECE OF PIZZA FROM HIS FAVORITE LOCAL SPOT. We will never forget this night and highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a romantic, fine dining venue. We will be back!“

“Great dinner, great setting, excellent service 👌“

“Excellent and comfortable affordable“

“I came here for a friend's birthday dinner and we had an amazing time. The interior of the restaurant is spacious and I love the cozy but very Chinese decor. Our waitress was so nice, easy to talk to, and fun. The service was really quick.

We ordered hot and sour soup, peking pork, string beans, honey walnut shrimp, beef chow fun, short ribs, beef stew and radish casserole, and salted fish and eggplant casserole. Everything was delicious. My favorites were their peking pork, string bean, and casserole dishes. The honey walnut shrimp was good but the portions were okay for a group of 9. The beef chow fun was a great portion but I wish there was more flavor. Loved the short rib. They gave us complimentary watermelon at the end, as well as birthday flan for my friends and I. Had a great time and I think this is the perfect spot for some casual Chinese food with a big group of people (We got 10 dishes and the total ended up being only $240, post-tax for a group of 9! We all left STUFFED).“

“Krissa was amazing!!!! our area was empty when we arrived, and Krissa was very attentive. THEN, the place was PACKED, and she continued to be the attentive, calm, lovely person as she was from the beginning! Hope she will be there when we come back, because we will!“

“The distance seemed worth covering once I took my first bite. The food meets the mark every time. The team prioritized my needs and answered everything with positive attitudes. The restaurant proved worthy of consideration. The visit here was completely worthwhile.“

“Most amazing seafood. Go for happy hour. Get all the oysters. The lobster pasta made my husband weak in the knees. He won't stop talking about the olive brine Bloody Mary. THE BEST.“

“Highly recommended. Very good food.“

“Highly recommended. Very good food.“

“Food and drinks were amazing.“

“Terrific restaurant in the heart of the city. Was looking for a fancier restaurant that wasn't crowded like most of the bars and restaurants. We were greeted with excitement and genuine hospitality. We were shown to our table, where the waitstaff elevated the experience with his friendliness and knowledge. Food was excellent, drinks were fantastic (especially their Old Fashion). I told the waitstaff that I had a gluten allergy and he knew immediately what I could order. When it came time for dessert, he recommended the buttermilk cherry ice cream, which is the best ice cream I've ever had. Its made in house and was phenomenal. The fact that our experience was so great, we decided to go back the very next night, b/c we knew what to expect and the service from the previous night was exceptional.
Our second night did not disappoint. The excellent service continued. The waitstaff and management remembered us from the previous night and was delighted we returned.
As someone who runs a large business and prides ourselves in providing great customer service, I was excited to see that The Dynamo Room believes in the same values. It tells me that they have great attention to detail, their training process is top notch, they hire only the best, and that they pride themselves in food quality. No doubt I will be back. They rank as one of my top favorites. Keep up the exceptional experience you provide to your guests.“

“Lobster cocktail was very good; alcoholic drinks were very good; Empire filet was terrific with the home fries. We were celebrating our 53rd wedding anniversary and my 53 rd birthday. Albert, one of the managers was wonderful and comped our dessert and after dinner drinks.“

“We lived in nyc for 30 years. Recently moved to DE. God only knows how much we miss the nyc culture. Nothing holds a candle to it. Thank you Aaron for such a delightful lunch today at your restaurant. Best Manhattan I’ve had in a long long time! You were so attentive and accommodating. Service the best! Thank the kitchen for the great food also! Will be back soon with our nephew and his spouse!“

“I DO NOT RECOMMEND. I have been going to Quatorze since the early 1990’s when Mark and Peter were on 79th St. I was thrilled when the restaurant recently moved to my corner at 82nd and 1st Ave. and have always enjoyed dining there. NEVER AGAIN. I just had the most awful in-person experience with a manager, Nino who was rude, dismissive and argumentative. And all I wanted to do was make a reservation. Nino is the complete antithesis of the way the staff at Quatorze treat customers. If this is the person who is now the face of this beloved neighborhood gem, then sadly I will not be back. And that’s a shame. I left a message asking to speak to the owner, Mark, but I guess having to speak to an actual loyal customer who is unhappy is beneath him. UPDATE: I received a call from the owner Mark, who questioned the veracity of my account. Do yourself a favor and steer clear - these are rude, arrogant people who think we’re all just dumb. And the food and service is average at best.“

“Love Upstate! Happy hour is 5-7 and you get 6 oysters and a beer for $13, plus a little piece of cake comes with the check. All of their food is great and reasonably priced. I would recommend making a reservation or having a back up plan as they are usually pretty busy.“

“"Outstanding food and presentation. The service was fantastic, especially from the hostess“

“Rebecca's is one of the best servers I've ever seen.“

“Had a lovely meal to celebrate my 50th birthday, the food was so good and the service was fantastic, I would highly recommend“

“Super fresh food and top quality service. Thank you.“

“Nōksu is incredible! Every dish looks amazing and tastes even better — full of unique flavors that really stand out. The service is super friendly and professional, and the whole experience feels special without being too fancy. It’s one of those places you’ll keep thinking about after you leave. Definitely worth it! 🍽️✨“

“Amazing food and service!“

“We had brunch here today and I really want to thank the host, Grigory. Super friendly guy greeted us with a smile and made us feel like regulars right away.

He was very polite, attentive and had a great sense of humor, which made the whole experience really relaxed and enjoyable. Thanks to him our brunch was truly memorable. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Shion 69 is nothing short of a world-class omakase experience, absolutely worth every penny. Having dined at several Michelin-starred omakases in Japan and around the world, I can confidently say this rivals the very best.

Chef Shion is a true professional—attentive, gracious, and committed to creating an exceptional dining experience. His warmth and precision set the tone for what should have been a flawless evening. Unfortunately, one disruptive guest at our seating was excessively loud and clearly intoxicated before dinner began, which momentarily detracted from the atmosphere.

To Chef Shion’s immense credit, he noticed our discomfort without us even saying a word and handled the situation with grace. He discreetly and politely intervened, ensuring the environment returned to one of calm enjoyment. Thanks to his thoughtful approach, we were able to savor every course and left so impressed that we booked another reservation the following week.

This is an omakase worth traveling for—exquisite food, impeccable hospitality, and a chef who cares deeply about his guests.“

“Too bad there aren’t more stars to click on. As a Sicilian/Italian every time I go to an Italian restaurant I have to always settle for the close enough. Not this time at Piccola Cucina Estiatorio, 71 Thompson Street NYC. After seeing their extremely authentic Sicilian menu online I knew that it had to be the real thing. After easily reserving a table online we showed up with yes our hopes being very high. For the first time the food was everything I had hoped for. 1. Arancini: nicely crunchy and flavored. Not oily or old at all. 2. Grilled veggies: although simply presented they were really tasty and fresh. 3. Involtini: out of this world. Exactly made like in my town in Sicily. A Moist, tender, flavored with some really tasty mozzarella cheese, served on a nice bed of caponata. 4. Maccheroni alla Norma: finally my very favorite dish. I almost cried. Besides a fantastic pasta, rigorously cooked al dente, there was a more than generous amount of diced eggplant, obviously, with basil leaves, olive oil and everything the Mediterranean has so generously given to Sicily for thousands of years. It’s worth mentioning the more than welcome grated “ricotta salata” as a testimony to the high attention to detail of Chef Gioele. That was a dinner I will not easily forget. The last thing I want to say is that, according to the highly professional and attentive staff, almost every single ingredient in this restaurant is flown directly from Sicily including the very tasty cannoli filled with ricotta cheese. (The cheese flies frozen during shipping). Sorry for the long review. I only wanted to show my super happiness with this restaurant. ANGELO.“

“Food and service was excellent. Service was out of this world. Can't wait to go again“

“A hidden gem! Really kind staff and the service was amazing. They were helpful with recommendations and being attentive to our allergies. Drinks were strong, and food was great. Limited space on the inside but that just means
they can divide their attention to each table!“

“Very Fresh and amazing service and atmosphere.“

“We were in the city for 3 nights. I made reservations for the second and third nights. Left night one open. I found Saar online, it was less than a block from our hotel so we figured we'd give them a try. So glad we did. Nice place. Great, friendly service (Karim is the man!), and excellent food. I ended up cancelling the reservations I made for night 3 and we went back to Saar. Give them a try if you like Indian food. It was amazing!“

“Very nice setting and good food!“

“An incredibly wonderful dining experience! I highly recommend the wedge salad with crabmeat and wasabi dressing! It is a unique combination of flavors that tease the palate with the familiar and the unknown. Simply delicious! And the Lobster Roll…divine…best I have ever had! I can hardly wait to go back to try the swordfish steak frites and the Boston Cream Pie!!“

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“Incredible food, incredible service - Mike and staff will take care of you!! Very accomodating!“