50 Best Seafood Restaurants in Cincinnati

“My wife and I went to this restaurant today, after a great recommendation from one of my employees. This place is absolutely amazing! The food is fantastic, the atmosphere is wonderful, and the service is completely top notch! Literally better service than I have received probably ever, and we go to A LOT of restaurants. Literally, my wife’s napkin fell to the ground and after I picked it up, the lady who was the host to us seen it and brought her a new one. Drinks did not run dry, and every single member of the staff was helping out and conversing with us. The owner and chef even came out to shake my hand. What an absolute gem in Cincinnati. This is a place NOT to miss out on. And don’t forget to order the cornbread! Hands down the best I have ever tasted. We left and wished we were hungry again and could turn around and go back inside.“

“This was our first time and the food was excellent. Our server was wonderful providing suggestions and recommendations.“

“Some of the best fish in town! Brandee was wonderful to talk to. We will be back!“

“Got the cheesecake and the amount of sauce that came with it hardly covered the bottom of the little ramikin. I wonder if they give the same tiny amount to the people actually dining in?“

“I was searching on Google for a new place to eat and happened to come across this hidden gem. After looking through the menu and photos of the food, I decided to give it a try—and it did not disappoint. The meal (didn’t know the name, just order it since the picture looks good) I got was delicious, and I’ll definitely be back!“

“Wow, another GREAT dinner here with William Howard being my new all time host extrodonaire. I my new mantra at work is be like William. Couldn't possibly have been better. THANK YOU!

Maggie took OUTSTANDING care of me with friendliness and great insights on food and wine options. Fantastic experience after a couple of long work days. Thank you!

Filet and mushrooms were beyond good. So tender and tasty.

And then these desserts, oh wow! PERFECT

This will definitely be on my short list of places to eat when in town.“

“Bummer this place used to be so good went early to get in on Saturday ngt, when we left at 630 on Saturday night the place was dead. The oysters and clam chowder was the best, not worth going to anymore@“

“Kelly our server was phenomenal and created an experience to remember. The chefs made the herb crusted steak to perfection and left me craving more!! We will certainly be back.“

“Come and enjoy nice people and great food“

“Went here for a date night and left so full and happy!! Our server, Jenny, took such good care of us. It was nice to have the menu and specials explained to us in details and got a lot of recommendations from her, too. We ordered the crab cakes, mussels, lamb rack, their steak and crab special for the night. Everything was cooked to perfection with right seasonings and temp. We really enjoyed the special-the filet mignon was soooo tender and the crab was sweet! It was cool to have a candle lit butter and Cajun spiced lemon on the side for the crab. We were so stuffed at the end but couldn’t help but get dessert to go. The crème brûlée NY cheesecake is SUCH a treat and I’m so glad we got it. Service was 10/10, would recommend everyone to go here for nicer dinners.“

“We’re here from the South and the smell alone takes you back to southern cuisine! Great place!“

“Great experience at this restaurant! The service was excellent — everyone was very welcoming, professional, and polite. As a first-time customer in the Cincinnati area, I was greeted warmly and treated with great hospitality.
The food came out hot, the seasoning and spice were on point, and the drinks were amazing. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying.
I would definitely recommend this place to everyone, especially my fellow Caribbean truckers. If you're in the Cincinnati area and having a hard time finding good Caribbean food while you're on the road, this is definitely a place you should check out!“

“Always a great time and meal!!!“

“I love how friendly they are !!! Best customer service I’ve ever had in town.“

“The fried fish was so yummy and mouth watering, just an out of this world experience for me. We brought fried catfish and they were just excellent. I fell in love with the fried fish burger with tomatoes, onions. The only downside was that the fries were quite soft not the traditional crispy ones we would expect but I don't have that much to say against it. I plan to go there again since I just cannot help it....Thanks,Saikat“

“This is one of the few places outside Guadalajara that you can enjoy a variety of Tortas. These are a must.

No matter what you order, portions are rather generous and are rather fresh.

Aside: seating is somewhat tight knit, as the restaurant is in a nook in the plaza.“

“I found a delicious place for fish. It's carry-out only and so worth it. The pricing was reasonable and the quality and quantity of food is great. Ordered the tilapia. It was deliciously seasoned and cooked. I have enough for another meal. It was still steamy by the time I returned home. Employees were friendly, including the other waiting customer. Pleasant experience! Thanks for making lunch!“

“We had New Years Eve dinner at Reeftop. It was amazing! The service was perfect and the food was incredible. We love this place and really appreciated the extra attention they placed on this special meal!“

“My mom and I had dinner here just before the kitchen closed, so it wasn’t super busy. Our server, Johnathan, took amazing care of us and was knowledgeable on gluten free items. We ordered the artichokes and beet salad which were delicious, and they even had gluten free bread for our hummus appetizer. There was a kitchen error with the add on of beef tenderloin to my salad but our server took excellent care in correcting it and the manager even came by to ensure we were happy with the service. We finished the dinner with gluten free shot glass desserts and will definitely go back!“

“Well known great local spot to stop and get a tasty treat! Love the peppers and onions to complement the fish with the hot sauce! So yummy!“

“Perfect for Anniversary couldn’t have been a better evening“

“BEST SEAFOOD & SAUCE NICE DINING SPOT & ADULT DRINKS GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE QUICK ORDERS EVEN ON DOOR DASH. I WILL NOT EAT ANY OTHER SEAFOOD BOILS BUT THEIRS..I TREAT MYSELF AND OTHERS 3 X'S A MONTH.😋🦀🦐🌽🥔🍤🦞“

“Love the food and the Staff!!!“

“We went here because was close to the hospital. Used to go to olive garden. Never again. Carrabbas is top notch from top down!“

“I was starving and came in with some girlfriends, Was served by a tall, pretty brown, haired woman, I missed her name but she had an infectious laugh. The food was great, service was really good, will be back!“

“The quality of the seafood was surprisingly good, especially considering we're in the middle of Ohio. Everything tasted fresh, and the seafood itself seemed to be high quality.
The service was incredibly fast, which is impressive for a seafood boil restaurant. However, I can't help but wonder if that speed comes at the expense of flavor. The seasoning was good, but it didn't seem like the seafood had much time to marinate, so it wasn't as rich or infused as I've had at other seafood boil spots.
My biggest criticism is the value. For the price, I expected a little more flavor and overall experience. It wasn't a bad meal by any means, and I'd be willing to come back, but there are seafood boil restaurants that deliver a more memorable meal for a similar price.
If you're looking for fresh seafood with quick service, it's worth trying. Just keep your expectations reasonable when it comes to the depth of flavor and overall value.“

“BEST SEAFOOD & SAUCE NICE DINING SPOT & ADULT DRINKS GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE QUICK ORDERS EVEN ON DOOR DASH. I WILL NOT EAT ANY OTHER SEAFOOD BOILS BUT THEIRS..I TREAT MYSELF AND OTHERS 3 X'S A MONTH.😋🦀🦐🌽🥔🍤🦞“

“Grand Oriental Chinese Restaurant— BaldWhiteGuyReviews 🧑‍🦲🍜 Time flies, kids forget passports, and dads get a rare day off — which I immediately spent doing what any responsible parent would do: drag my son to a new restaurant and then reward him with lunch. 😅 He forgot his passport (top secret co-op stuff, apparently), so we met halfway-ish and let Yelp play help find a new place to try. That’s how we found Grand Oriental — a big, festive palace of American-Chinese comfort food and decorative bravado Grand Oriental 📍4800 Fields Ertel Rd, Cincinnati. Parking & Entrance Parking: angled, on a slight hill, and perfect for anyone who enjoys a little cardio while exiting their car. If you have equilibrium issues, bring a friend or a very dramatic cane. Walk the red carpet like you’re famous (or at least like you once were #Santa in the Christmas Program) and step into a dining room that screams “special occasion” louder than your drunk uncle at a wedding. 🎉✨ #WeSeeYou Decorations Huge space, lots of lanterns, and more faux-oriental flair than a Netflix period drama on a budget. The place looks like someone told Pinterest to go wild and then hired a very enthusiastic intern to execute it. If prom and homecoming had a love child, this would be the reception venue. Very Instagrammable — bring a filter and a dramatic pose. 📸🪩 They even have a golden throne #Seriously. The Wet Live Well They’ve got a big wet live well — yes, an actual aquarium of potential dinner guests. Do I think they fish out a crab and whisper “you’re up” before tossing him into a wok? Some call it fresh; others call it barbaric reality TV for crustaceans. Either way, the seafood looks like it just finished updating its LinkedIn. 🦀🐟😬 #FearFactor Bathroom Report Bathroom: shockingly clean and tastefully decorated. If the restroom is this tidy, you know the kitchen isn’t hiding any skeletons — just maybe a very well-behaved crab. 🚽✨ What We Ate 🍜 * Appetizer: Crab Rangoon — $6.99 Warm, creamy, and dangerously addictive. Came with two mystery sauces: one was sweet (dessert-adjacent and delightful), the other had a wasabi vibe that made my face do a small, respectful salute. I’m still not sure if the second sauce was wasabi or a tiny jar of regret, but it worked. 😋🔥 It was a surprise, no mention of sauces on the menu. (That I could find anyway). * Half-ling’s Meal: Sweet & Sour Chicken with Fried Rice — $11.99 Predictable in the best way. Comfort food for people who like their food to behave itself. The fried rice, however, was quietly excellent — the unsung hero of the table. 🍚👍 * My Choice: Hunan Beef with Fried Rice — $12.99 Hunan Beef is my yardstick. This one had a pleasant kick that made my nose run like it had opinions. Local Hunan still wins my heart #DragonInn, but this one is a solid contender. 🥩🌶️ Total Lunch Damage: $34.46 (waters included, because hydration is free and important) 💸 Final Thoughts (and the part where I pretend to be impartial) The Grand Oriental is a great spot for a special lunch or to impress guests who like their ambiance with a side of theatrical lighting. Staff were friendly and fast — service points for speed and smiles. Food was solid, comforting, and exactly what you expect from a good American-Chinese joint: familiar, warm, and occasionally surprising (looking at you, mystery sauce). #HotHot Final Score: 3 out of 5 Bald Heads 🧑‍🦲🧑‍🦲🧑‍🦲 Why I docked two Bald Heads: * Minus one for predictably (Boring) American-Chinese flavors — tasty, but not revolutionary. * Minus one for price — lunch felt a tad steep. Maybe you’re paying extra for the live well’s real estate and the decorative chandelier that’s clearly on a #FingerHut payment plan. 🧾💡#CheapOldMan Would I go back? Sure — for a special night, a prom afterparty, or if my son forgets something else important. Would I drive across town just for their Hunan? Not this time. 👎 Have you been here? What was your favorite Dish??? Like, Share, Follow — BaldWhiteGuyReviews If you laughed, cried, or felt personally attacked“

“Great and friendly place to eat, fast service also. Definitely a great date night spot.“

“I can get a great lunch for $5.99!“

“Sichuan Place is a fantastic spot for authentic Chinese cuisine with flavors tailored to your spice preference. Whether you love bold, fiery heat or prefer something milder, they’ve got you covered. The Red Dry Chili Chicken is a standout, and the Sweet and Sour Pork ribs are children's favorite. Pepper Beef is always my favorite. The staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring your meal suits your taste. Highly recommend for anyone craving authentic Sichuan flavors!“

“Took my fiance on a date yesterday to this establishment. Our waiter was Drew. I got endless shrimp and significant other got 3 types of shrimp combo aswell. We had an Absolutely amazing time. The food was 10/10 our waiter Drew went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. We will be coming way more often!“

“5 stars all around... ambiance, staff, presentation, pacing, drinks, and most importantly food. So much flavor! We sat at the chef's counter and had an incredible dinner. We are looking forward to returning for the dining room because the food being served from the menu looked amazing. We will certainly return for the chef's counter because it is a not-to-be missed experience that can be enjoyed again and again. Thank you Wildweed for a fantastic evening!!!“

“Grest food, Great hospitality… Fast service“

“Good service great food everything we tasted was good and seasoned very tasty we visited 3 times in one week trying different foods and everything was good fresh and hot“

“I went in for lunch on August 15th and was very impressed by the service. Quinn was on top of everything and even though I just ordered a salad and fries, he treated me as if I had ordered the most expensive entree and bottle of wine. He kept refilling my drinks and made my lunch very enjoyable. I used to wait tables and can recognize great service when I receive it. Thank you to Quinn and J Alexander's.“

“I have always loved E+O but their costumer service these past few days have been top notch. I made an error when getting an online gift card and Kayla immediately hopped in and solved this issue quickly. I love the food and love the atmosphere!“

“This place is absolutely phenomenal 😍 I ordered a teriyaki salmon bento box and it came with all of this for $20! Highly recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I’ve been craving a Seafood Boil…and this REALLY HIT!! Perfect spice level, perfect potatoes…as soon as the food hit the table…SILENCE! And no one was talking. SOOO GOOD!“

“The food is 🔥🔥🔥 I highly recommend it“

“Fresh and Delicious! I had Catfish and just WOW! Perfect cooking!“

“I was very happy to have stumbled upon this restaurant over the weekend. The staff were very kind and the meal was absolutely delicious. I purchased a lunch special combo and was very satisfied with the portion size. I will be coming here routinely now.“

“Love there Chicken and Salmon. There food is delicious 😋. I highly recommended this place.“

“Just amazing the music,food ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“I am such a huge fan of the food and service. As soon as you walk in, you know you’re in a quality restaurant. As soon as the food comes out, you know you made the right decision. Everything on the menu is prepared to my liking. I can’t say enough good things. Travis and Charlotte took excellent care of me. I will absolutely be back.“

“I'm from Florida and found my favorite restaurant in Cincinnati! Amazing home cooked southern food!! Thank you for taking me back home while I enjoyed your Lamb chops dinner!!! I will definitely be back for the Salmon and Red Snapper!!!“

“I love this restaurant!! The food is outstanding. My family and I have NEVER had a bad meal there. The waiters are fantastic and we are always shocked at how fast our food arrives. This is by far my favorite Mexican restaurant in Cincinnati!“

“The food is delicious and the staff are very friendly and excellent at their job!“

“Impromptu lunch that turned out fabulous at this location! The waitress was very knowledgeable and friendly!“

“We ate at Prime tonight and it was over the top. The filet was the best steak I’ve ever tasted. The Half Baked Cookie à la mode was delicious and worth every calorie. The service was impeccable. Even the ladies room had layers of unexpected extra offerings that let you know the leadership of Prime is dedicated to making sure customers are very well cared for. We will definitely be back.“