26 Best Seafood Restaurants near Riverview

“Excellent food and staff is very nice. Very clean and a good selection of Thai foods and big portions.“

“I’m one to always support local small businesses when I can and this is one everyone should support! The owners are amazing and their food is always delicious and very reasonably priced.“

“I ordered wings and Philly cheesesteak for my husband. The food was really good.I ordered my wings extra crispy and they came out just right.The owner Q was very nice.I will be back!!“

“Best bbq I ever tasted! Brisket, Gator bites, Chicken wings, Ribs all cooked to perfection. I even stopped by for breafast the next morning and had my 1st better than hardees biscuits and gravy along with, "What!" smoked corned beef with poatatoes. It made our day! I heard about this place up north and can say if anyone is remotely in the Tampa area.....They should stop by!!! Thank You Jimmy Jo's!!“

“𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Restaurant Review: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹 – 𝗧𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮, 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮 -- Downtown Tampa Bay has become a culinary hot spot, providing a transformative array of restaurants that offer elevated food and dining experiences. You don’t have to go to the depths of the sea to find a Pearl that genuinely highlights the flavors, beauty, and aroma of the sea, satisfying your palate with every bite. -- As a seasoned traveler who has explored 68 countries and 36 states, I approach restaurant reviews with four primary criteria: taste, presentation, ambiance, and service. My goal is to provide an impartial perspective, highlighting both the positive and negative aspects of dining at the establishment. -- 𝐀𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 — The restaurant offers a cozy and sophisticated ambiance both indoors and outdoors, creating a vibrant vibe and a memorable experience for all occasions. Well-defined spaces throughout the restaurant and an artistic outdoor design offer opportunities for intimate dinners, social gatherings, and enjoyable spaces to share with friends, family, business professionals, and loved ones. -- 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 —We were greeted by the smiling hostess, who led us to a table by the window. Our server was quick to introduce herself, attentive, and a wealth of information to help us navigate the menu and find the best dining choices for our expectations and preferred food choices. -- 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 – We dined there during lunch, which provides a large variety of snacks, starters, shellfish, sandwiches, and entrees. We started with the Smoked Whitefish Spread and Garlic Shrimp before moving to our entrees, which included Scallops and Atlantic Salmon. -- 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐬 – Unfortunately, this is where there was a slight misstep. When ordering the garlic shrimp, the initial thought is that you would be presented with shrimp with an infusion and obvious flavoring of garlic. To our surprise, the dishes were disguised with an intense red pepper flavor, which created a discerning spice that was welcome. The heart of the dish was lost as all you could truly taste was the spiciness of the red pepper – failing to elevate the flavors of the shrimp and the garlic. What was an additional disappointment was that it was very difficult to enjoy the Whitefish Spread with the lingering taste of the spiciness of the red peppers. After guzzling down some water (and whiskey), I was able to enjoy the true elegance of the Whitefish Spread, which highlighted an amazing balance of smokiness, savory flavors, and creamy/smooth texture. The dish was even more elevated with onions, sweet peppers, capers, and sesame seeds. -- 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐬 – Only one word could truly describe the entrees – PERFECT. The chef was able to truly highlight the freshness, favors, and tenderness of the salmon and the scallops while pairing the seafood with the perfect blend of deep, complex flavors with purees that provide smooth textures, sweet flavors, and subtle buttery notes that complement the seafood rather than overpowering the dish. From the visual execution to the perfected flavor combinations, it offers sophistication and memorable taste with every bite! -- Simply put – just slightly short of perfection. While the dining experience had a minor imperfection, the entrees truly allowed us to walk away with an unforgettable experience that has us yearning to come back for more.“

“Was here last night with my client, Mitch Cumstein. I can vouch for the foul odor coming from that Alexis woman's direction. If she lived in one of the apartment buildings owned by another client of mine, I would move to have her evicted. By the way, Katie was a terrific server. And I'm usually mean to girls.“

“Server Myron was a delight to have. Really enjoyed our visit at the Brandon location! Thank you so much!“

“Loved the atmosphere! Jennifer is amazing, she was running around the bar making drinks and back to the tables to bring food! Each time I go she makes me feel like it is my first time there. She is amazing!!“

“Best Shrimp Pasta!!!!! Great Shrimp Skewers, Fried Shrimp, Crab Legs and Salmon!“

“The Shrimp & Company is a quaint seafood restaurant on the corner of 7th Ave and 22nd St in Ybor City. If you have walked past it headed for the restaurant across the street then you have missed the best seafood you could eat in Tampa. You have to try their Florida or Louisiana Steam Pot, any of the seafood baskets and their shrimp stuffed mondongo. The food and terrific service is worth another trip to the small family owned restaurant. Don’t miss it!“

“We go here so often we are on a first name basis. I have to warn you their food is addictive. We love everything we've had and even hosted several parties there. Definitely recommend this incredible local place over the big brands!“

“everything was great. especially the clam chowder. blue cheese olives are a must with the martini.“

“Cozy tiki bar feeling. Friendly and the food was fantastic.“

“Me and my family were in desperate need of a good deviled crab and found Pappy's. Let me tell you, Pappy's knows how to cook! Amazing deviled crabs, fantastic potato balls, the collards were perfect. We also ordered rasta pasta that we haven't dug into yet but I am sure it will be just as good as everything else. The staff helping us were so friendly and even offered us a cup of what I can only describe as back in the day polar cup which made our day. We will be back every time we come to town to visit!“

“Yummy fish nuggets! Friendly staff!“

“Visited twice while in Tampa for a convention, and both visits were exceptional. A big thank you to Devin and Andrew for being the perfect servers - your professionalism and courtesy were head and shoulders above any other place we ate at on our trip. While I really enjoyed the two "main" meals I had (the Gulf Gruper sandwich and the crab and shrimp enchiladas), I have to mention the teriyaki lightning wings...the sauce was so good I could have swum in it. Will definitely stop by again if I'm in the area!“

“I loved it here, food was fabulous, fast and friendly!!! Thank you to Rosa, she was so kind and super friendly 10 stars no doubt“

“Myself and a coworker came here for the first time after work and Kayla was our server. She had great recommendations and was very attentive to us. The cinnamon bun ala mode was amazing. I will definitely be here every week. 🤭“

“Excellent fresh food from a new Englander who knows!“

“I recently dined at Watervue and had their seafood pasta dish, and it was absolutely divine! The combination of fresh seafood and perfectly cooked pasta was a true delight for my taste buds. The flavors were balanced beautifully, and the portion size was generous. The ambiance of the restaurant was also very cozy and inviting, adding to the overall wonderful experience. The service was top-notch, with attentive staff making sure everything was perfect throughout my meal. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience. Five stars all around!“

“Had the grouper Pontchartrain last night. It was unbelievably good. Probably the best thing I’ve ever had! Service was great too! Thank you, I will be back for it!“

“Great experience the decor and ambiance was amazing. Crab cakes, calamari and pork shank.“

“Wow I literally just finished my meal and went straight to yelp because the seafood was that good. It reminded me of Baja California but with gulf coast local seafood. I enjoyed the authentic food and environment. Ive been looking all over for a spot like this and I was lucky to have found this hidden gem. You can tell they cook from the heart. I ordered the 7 mares soup and every type of fish in the soup was extremely fresh and tasty. I also ordered the shrimp cocktail and fish ceviche which was also ridiculously good. Im already looking forward to going back.“

“My first visit to Sam’s and the food was delicious. The grits were creamy and rich. I didn’t have to add anything to them. The fish was fried to my liking. Everything was hot. I even called after I finished eating to tell them how much I enjoyed the food and for the PRICE I will definitely be going back.“

“I was born & raised in central Florida and love seafood! So I tend to be pretty particular. The fried shrimp are delicious, as are the crab cakes and hush puppies! Even the fries & coleslaw are great! Food was fairly priced and service was excellent. And lastly, the Wharf area is a fun, lively area. Definitely exceeded expectations! We highly recommend Half Moon Seafood! Thanks for the delicious lunch!“

“I stopped in to get some seafood since I am pescatarian. I ordered the cracked conch, fried shrimp, yams, mac & cheese, and the blue velvet cake. Everything was 10 out of 10.“