50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Riverview

“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.“

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

“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.“

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

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

“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!“

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

“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.“

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

“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!“

“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!!“

“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!“

“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!“

“Yummy fish nuggets! Friendly staff!“

“We came all the way from VA and this was one of the first places on the list to go eat and let me tell you it did not disappoint! We came around lunch time and you can tell it's a fav spot for locals. We were happy to wait and it was well worth it. Don't miss out by passing this place up.“

“Great Service Awesome Food“

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

“Everything was absolutely delicious! The food was fresh, flavorful, and seasoned perfectly. You could tell it was made with care from the first bite. The portions were generous, the presentation was beautiful, and the flavors were on point. The customer service made the experience even better. I’ll definitely be ordering again and highly recommend giving them a try!“

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

“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. 🤭“

“great food, great prices ❤“

“It was my First time eating here and it was so good! The portion sizes overall were a great size for the price. Around $55 with Uber eats Texas delivery charges, and driver tip. I had the Birria quesadilla, the large portion of rice, Chips with queso, Tres leches cake, and the Horchata for my drink. I was hungry and I wanted to get the full experience of what the restaurant had to offer. Leftovers are always a bonus! For my first order, I ordered for delivery on Uber Eats. Despite being delivery, Everything was hot, fresh and well packaged. I will say the Birria quesadilla was a little soggy on the bottom, but it tasted fantastic! Some of the best Beria I’ve had. The queso tasted homemade, flavorful, fresh and delicious! The portion of the tortilla chips, took up an entire brown paper bag full! (in my opinion when I order Mexican food for delivery and I see a big brown paper bag stuffed completely full of seasoned tortilla chips, that’s how I know the rest of the food is going to taste amazing!) I love the small detail of the seasoned chips. It’s like putting sprinkles on a cupcake. It’s not needed, but it makes it better. Everything was flavorful and well seasoned. My Birria quesadilla came with small sides of guacamole, sour cream, and pico de gallo. Even though the food didn’t need it at all and was flavorful and delicious without it. A few small critique I can give is that Tres Leche cake piece that I got was extremely small unfortunately, which I wasn’t expecting. It was only three small bites if that, but it was really delicious! My second critique is, I wish they offered a bigger cup of Horchata like they have the larger option for the Rice. Horchata is one of my favorite drinks, but honestly I can’t complain too much because everything including the Horchata and Tres leches cake was so good! I guess my only complaint is that there wasn’t more Horchata and Tres Leches cake. The slightly soggy texture of the Birria quesadilla I contributed to the fact that it was delivered still hot in a Styrofoam container, & I don’t consider that the restaurants fault. if I was giving a rating I would still give it a 10 out of 10. 100 percent! I will be eating here again, these small critiques that I have would not even change my rating! And I have leftovers so there’s some bonus points!Delicious food with overall large portions for the price!You guys did a great job! Thank you so much for preparing my amazing meal !!🩷 I will tell my friends about this place and bring my family back here to sit at the restaurant next time instead of ordering from Uber Eats for delivery. fantastic food. Highly recommended!“

“Zachary was our fun, witty, entertaining, attentive, spot on server. Drinks, food, atmosphere is excellent. You might have a wait to be seated as we did; but totally worth it!“

“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!“

“Had a marvelous dinner. A most wonderful server Mykaela. She was fantastic. Energetic, knowledgeable, thoughtful. Breath of fresh air. Thank you so much!“

“Sam makes the finest fried sea creatures I’ve ever had. If it lives in the sea, then Sam can cook it. He took to this restaurant like a fish takes to water. And then he grabbed that fish and deep-fried it. But seriously, they have such good fish options and non-fish options for the non-fish eating people. Which I assume if you don’t eat fish, then you are either wealthy or ignorant. The desire for more comes from us now, but I don’t think anyways looking forward to that drive.“

“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.“

“Exceptional in everything!! Jacoby was our server. He was attentive, personable, informative regarding all aspects of the menu and had an amazing personality!! The food is always amazing and did not disappoint this time either! The hostess was friendly and personable! Thank you for being a classy, family friendly restaurant in Yibor City! We will return and ask to be seated with Jacoby!!“

“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!“

“This is a great place to visit and enjoy as if you are entering a part of Italy while you are in Ybor City. I did it for New Year and do it again. It is worth the trip.“

“A couple of nights ago was our first time at Predalina after their interior remodel, and it definitely did not disappoint. Our server, Julio, and the team took excellent care of us and made the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. I really enjoyed the Lou Lou Cosmo, which was a fun and unexpected favorite, and the espresso martini was absolutely delicious. For dinner, we had the bronzino fillets with sides: roasted mushrooms and spinach ~ everything was perfectly prepared, but the roasted mushrooms deserve a special highlight. They were so, so good. We started with the charred cauliflower with macadamia nuts, and it was a fantastic appetizer. For dessert, the Phyllo Crunch was outstanding, especially with the 3 generous scoops of ice cream from Chill Bros, right next door. Highly recommend the dessert and everything mentioned above! What truly stood out was the attention to service. The manager, Lindsay, stopped by our table at the end of the night to make sure everything was to our satisfaction~ and it absolutely was. We shared feedback about the beautiful new remodel and complimented the great service, which she was genuinely happy to hear. She mentioned that her goal is for Predalina to have the best service in Tampa, and based on our experience, they are well on their way.“

“My choice for my 59 year, 364 day meal. Thank you Jesse’s, I’ve been coming here since day 1 and have hope for many more years of fantastic meals!“

“Every food item we had was over the top delicious“

“Are kids welcome here?“

“I stopped in tonight after passing by here a lot lately and I am so glad I did. I had the 10 pc. Shrimp and fries.... Friendly staff and THE BEST shrimp I have had in soooo long. Cooked and Seasoned perfectly as well as the fries. Super Hot and fresh. A new favorite.“

“First time at Spartacos! the lasagna and dessert was delicious! The owner, Spartaco was friendly and funny! 🇮🇹 look forward to returning!“

“Kimchi pancake, Soft Tofu Seafood Stew absolutely amazing!!!“

“Josh was an amazing bartender! He made me the best Gimlet ever! Such a great team of guys behind the bar! Kudos!! Awesome experience“

“My last visit to Tampa was a home run with my brothers in the chap world. Simms killed it with the smoked mullet and turkey rice. The owners are great people and the food is off the chain. Thanks so much for doing food so right!“

“The service by Josh was awesome .“

“If you’re looking for real, down-home Southern cooking, Ya Ya Southern Food is the spot. This family-owned gem gives you more than just a meal—it gives you an experience that feels like home. The matriarch is in the kitchen doing what she does best, seasoning everything to perfection. Her fried chicken? Crispy, flavorful, and cooked with love in every bite. You can taste the care and tradition in the food—it’s the kind of meal that takes you straight back to grandma’s kitchen. While you wait, her husband is outside setting the vibe, DJing and playing all the popular tracks, making the whole place feel like a family cookout. And their daughter keeps everything running smoothly at the register, greeting everyone with warmth and making you feel like part of the family. Ya Ya Southern Food isn’t just somewhere you eat—it’s somewhere you feel welcomed. Good food, good music, and good people. I’ll definitely be back!“

“Circles is by far one of the best restaurants in Florida. Eat there today and the food was outstanding and the service by John was above and beyond. Amazing place everyone should give it a try. Thanks John“

“We were greeted immediately upon arrival by Brittney. She was very informative about the menu and brought our food right out. We got our dessert to go. I have since been back for a to go order and was treated with the upmost respect. I ordered onion rings this time with my food and I absolutely loved them!“

“Excellent recommendations by our server Quest. Incredible cocktails, delicious octopus, and a ribeye that Berns wishes it could replicate. 5 out of 5, will be back again“

“Great environment and Lobster Mac 👏“

“great food, great prices ❤“

“One of my favorite lunch spots in Ruskin. Great food, friendly service, and generous portions every time I've been there. It's got that relaxed small-town atmosphere that keeps me coming back. With Taco Tuesday right around the corner, it's a great place to check out if you're craving Mexican food. Highly recommend!“