50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Hamden

“I really don’t post reviews but this food was soooo good I have to. I’m a woman raised by a Southern Belle who cooked, catered and was well-known in the food arena. I had fried chicken, collard greens and potato salad. Closest meal I’ve ever had to my mother’s cooking. So well cooked. Thank you for a wonderful Sunday dinner. Hats off to the Chef! We will be back. #lifetimecustomer“

“So far, I’ve only had the chicken and broccoli which is very good, but I have to say the real star out of the two items I ordered was the hot and sour soup! They’re hot and Sour soup is the best I’ve had in the area hands-down however it is very spicy so if you don’t want it spicy, ask them to alter it. Update I tried the curry shrimp and it was the best curry shrimp dish of any Chinese food establishment I’ve ever been to.“

“Today I had a flounder fish sandwich, and it was awesome. Taste fresh! Before that few weeks ago had a grilled Caesar salad. I added feta cheese. It was the best grilled chicken Caesar salad I had in years. Keep up the good work👍🏽👌“

“Very friendly staff/ bartenders. Excellent food. Always Good vibes. Great location.“

“The food is exceptional…creative and delicious. Great drinks as well. Awesome place.“

“@shellandbonesoysterbarandgrill ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had a wonderful birthday party with my beloved wife. Her request this time was seafood, and I indulged her with this excellent decision. I highly recommend it. Especially the BOUILLABAISE 49 Scallops + Mussels + Manila Clams + Rock Shrimp + Black Bass in their red sauce was delicious! The salmon and the kids' meal were good, even though it was a Monday, the place and the bar had a great atmosphere. Food: BOUILLABAISE $49 Scallops + Mussels + Manila Clams + Rock Shrimp + Black Bass (It was delicious, my darling) SALMON WITH PEPITA COVER $40* Spiced Pumpkin Puree + Broccoli Rabe + Tomatillo Green Sauce DRINKS: Mojitos Margaritas We're almost there; An excellent place, we loved it so much that we made a reservation through Opentable, which never fails. I recommend going to Bajada del Sol. I highly recommend it. Shell & Bones Oyster Bar and Grill“

“Nicole was amazing !!! She was Great … very attentive and got every order correct. Thank you Nicole from Hook and Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar“

“I’ve been a regular here since Day 1 and I can’t believe I didn’t post a review until NOW!! What can I say, it’s the best seafood in West Haven HANDS DOWN! The oysters are fresh, the lobster rolls are the best, and the mussels for 2 is so flavorful. The staff are like family and welcome you with open arms. For drinks, I recommend the manhattans, old fashioned, espresso martinis and dirty martini with the blue cheese stuffed olives (YUM!). Their Moby’s lager is delicious and there’s a great selection of tequila. The bartenders are the best around! My favorite dishes are the lobster Mac, Lobster Rolls, Tuna Sushimi Oysters, Oysters Rockefeller, and tuna tartare. Trust me, you will not be disappointed with your dining experience! Nick and the crew will take good care of you. I’m a customer for life ❤️“

“went there with Ty for my birthday recently then he brought me to a place called Mr Happys best night ever 10/10 would recommend“

“Absolutely love this restaurant! The staff is super friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. Santana helps pick the BEST dishes!! The environment is cozy, chill, and relaxing — it’s just a place to go when you want some good food and a calm night! Now the FOOD is FIVE STARS!! Never had an issue and I’ve been here many, many times. Always cooked to perfection. The dessert is yummy and their special coffee is the best I’ve ever had… If you have never been, don’t walk, but run… (:“

“Probably my favorite restaurant in Branford. Best lobster bisque hands down! Service is always so wonderful, kind and accommodating and the food is out of this world.“

“The Best, and I’m a Blue Devil Westie girl. :)“

“I can't thank you guys enough for such great food for our family get together. Everyone loved the dinner and I had so many compliments on the how good everything was, especially the mac and cheese. It seems that we have found new catering for our family functions, and I can't thank you enough. It saved me much needed time and things were simply delicious. Dealing with Jan was super easy via email and phone with no problems. Extremely accommodating. All in all, one of the best caterings I've ever had to deal with. I would recommend them highly.“

“The food was delicious. I had big fried shrimp with 9 shrimp and the best onion rings ever ! Crispy and crunchy 💕“

“Best seafood in west haven“

“me encanta purq hay variegated los plates para escojer.“

“Very delicious food and good service“

“I've been stopping at the Sandbar for a couple years now, My usual Go to items are whole belly clam rolls or dinner and a Scallop roll or dinner The seafood is always cooked to order, Battered and deep fried and is always delicious While the restaurant might not seem spectacular to some, its a nice place to pop into if you like battered seafood not overcooked but just perfectly cooked its easy to miss leaving elm st if you get on the Kimberly Ave Bridge into New Haven you went past, coming from New Haven cross the bridge and its right at the foot of the bridge on the right side“

“I have been ordering takeouts at Il Forno for the past seven. I started with bacon and onions pizza which was great. I then changed to eggplant pizza and it has to be the best I have ever had. Now I have moved on to shrimp marinara with linguine and I can't tell you how great this dish is. The shrimp are so large and fresh and the sauce is excellent. The filet of sole must weigh at least 2 pounds and my husband gets it every week. The filet is enough for two meals and so is the shrimp. Thank you Il Forno for making our Friday takeout a special treat.“

“Westbrook Lobster is a great choice for a meal. We ordered the red lobster and pasta, and both were delicious. The lobster was fresh and flavorful, while the pasta was cooked perfectly and complemented the seafood well.

The service was quick, and the staff were warm, friendly, and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable.

A wonderful spot for fresh seafood and definitely worth a visit if you’re passing through the area. 🦞“

“Another fantastic meal! Chef Rick and Chef Lizzy are consistently spot on. My husband says it's the best Zuppa he's ever had! (he gets it every time).The service is impeccable and Karl is an outstanding server. Can't say enough about Nataz!“

“Hands down best lunch I've ever had !! I celebrated my 60th birthday with my bff today ! I can't wait to go back... service: impeccable food: Outstanding cocktails: super fun and delicious ! This restaurant is not just a 10... is above and beyond !! Thank you Sabrina for a wonderful afternoon in your beautifully decorated restaurant. You and your husband have a winner in my book ❤️“

“We ate here last night and the food and service were wonderful! What was even more wonderful was the customer service when I left my purse at the restaurant. I called later that night to see if it was there. They were so kind and kept my bag and made arrangements to get it to me this morning before they opened. Would definitely go back!“

“(Translated by Google) Everything that is about Moriscos is the perfect place to savor the best I live in New York but I take the trouble to come to this place for the quality of exquisite food(Original)Todo lo que se trate de moriscos es el lugar perfecto para saborear lo mejor yo vivo en new York pero me tomo la molestia de venir a este lugar por la calidad de comida exquisita“

“Came for Mother’s Day, My first time here. This was a hit!! a very big hit! The service was amazing, the food was delicious, the atmosphere was so inviting & pretty. Portions were big & menu had tons of options. We can’t wait to come back! Well done“

“Very friendly staff/ bartenders. Excellent food. Always Good vibes. Great location.“

“Love the new make over. The service and food are great!! However the noise level is so uncomfortable and the was not a full seating. So bad that the hostess had to go outside when answering the calls. Highly recommend sound proofing panels.“

“Lobster Mike 🦞Awesome guy and the lobster is delectable! Had won this years prize and went with making lobster rolls. The lobster meat provided was sweet and lobster rolls were the best ever ! Thank you, Mike“

“I stopped here to try their fried oysters and they were really great. Cooked perfectly and tender. The server was very efficient, and quick especially during lunch hour. Lots of people getting food there. Theres nice patio outdoor seating and also some seating inside. Their menu has a nice variety and its very freshly made. Defineately a great spot for fried seafood. A bit pricey but seems the going rate.“

“I don't go to very many restaurants except for Kimberly's and occasionally another one or two. I'm a regular customer. The food is excellent (The quesadillas are superb!), the help is pleasant, and atmosphere is nice. Kimberly's menu is so large that anyone should be pleased.“

“Excelente servicio!!! Excelente servicio !!!“

“I went to Southern Dishes, Seafood, & Desserts in Meriden today. When I say they truly have southern soul food, it’s an understatement. The food was definitely well seasoned, chicken falls off the bone, cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious!“

“Simply the BEST Mexican restaurant in CT! My go to is either the enchilada combo … the best MOLE sauce ever!! OR, the carnitas plate… everything is excellent!!!“

“Excellent pizza. Thin crust, good red sauce, tasty toppings. Great central location too!“

“Best restaurant ever. Every visit was great! Food Great! Service great! Atmosphere great ! This is our go-to restaurant. Highly recommend !“

“Nice couple of hours there today on a rainy Sunday. Delicious food, awesome staff!!!!“

“Tuvimos la visita de mi hermano en Ohio y decidimos ir de paseo a New Haven para visitar a una gran Cheff peruano, la comida peruana de primera, atención muy buena, platos variados quedamos encantados el sabor exquisito nada que extrañar a 🇵🇪 Perú, muchas gracias Don Raúl Vásquez y esposa , quedamos visitarles de nuevo un fuerte abrazo“

“🥦 Rabe & sausage..THE BEST ❤️“

“I just had the fried shrimp platter- what a treat! It was a hearty sized meal that was really delicious! I would also highly recommend the lobster roll that is over stuffed, exceptionally tasty and the best deal around! I’m never disappointed when I dine at Dino’s!!“

“We ate at Supreme Seafood Restaurant for the first time on 9/14/25. Their fried shrimps and steak fries (full portions) were delicious! Their shrimps were large and perfectly cooked; and the steak fries were cooked to perfection and well seasoned!“

“Excellent food and service“

“always good! split pea soup and Italian wedding soup are excellent. seafood always fresh and cooked to perfection! pretty much anything you order will be pleasing to your palate!“

“I have been going to Aldo’s for many years and think it’s time I left a review. Service - always 10/10, can never do enough for you. Value for money - 10/10. Everything is reasonably priced and the quality is unreal. I’ve probably tried everything on the menu but today I went for the Sunday dinner. Why would you get a roast at an Italian you may wonder, well let me tell you, I am the biggest roast critique as I am pretty good at them myself, but Aldo’s roast is the reason you should get a roast at an Italian. Beef, pink and tender, Yorkshire, fluffy and crispy, mash, buttery and smooth, roasts, caramelised and fluffy, veg, seasoned to perfection, all topped off with a thick shiny gravy. Cannot wait to be back next week for another round. P.S always get the little meatballs as a starter as they are THE tastiest things in the world.“

“My husband and I had such a wonderful dinner at Branford Townhouse! I ordered the fried chef’s special with clam strips, sweet sea scallops, jumbo shrimp, fresh sole, crispy French fries, and homemade coleslaw, and every bite was absolutely delicious. The seafood was perfectly cooked, light, crispy, and tasted incredibly fresh. My husband had the Prime Rib Special, and he couldn’t stop talking about how tender, juicy, and flavorful it was, it was truly phenomenal.

The portions were generous, the service was warm and attentive, and the whole experience reminded us why this place has such a loyal following. If you’re looking for great comfort food, fresh seafood, and consistently excellent service, Branford Townhouse is a must-visit. We’ll definitely be back!“

“At first I was like, “I don’t like seafood boils.” I came here, now I’m hooked, garlic butter spicy, all me. Delish, the best seafood boil compared to others. 😋“

“I haven't been there in 20 years, this month I have ordered food for pickup and I was so delighted that the taste, quality of tge products in each dish. Home made dumpling WOW Ming the next generation is carrying your lion city resturant into the future“

“Was great love the food was tasty I will be back“

“Best hot dogs in Ct“

“Underrated by far. The food here is excellent in every way and made with care. Highly recommend!“

“We had dinner tonight at Nikki and Frankie's on Route 80 on the recommendation of a friend.. the eggplant was fantastic and made the right way the good old-fashioned Italian way.. the meatballs were legit the sauce was delish and couldn't be any fresher... we were welcomed like we were walking into aunties dining room and the place was clean as a whistle.. A must go to !“