50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Chelsea

“We went out to dinner with some friends, and we absolutely loved it! The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and the portions were generous. The atmosphere was cozy and elegant, perfect for enjoying a nice dinner. The service was outstanding—everyone was so friendly and attentive.

Highly recommended! We will definitely be coming back. ❤️“

“Food is delicious highly recommended 😋👍🏽“

“Great restaurant, when you are looking to eat great food in a quiet inviting atmosphere.“

“First time visiting. We visit a lot of Mexican restaurants in and around the North Shore, and have our favorites. This is for sure a new favorite for us. The customer service at the location in Malden was excellent, our waitress was so polite, personable, and the right amount of attentive. The restaurant was spotless, I mean, SPOTLESS, including the restroom. The rest of the staff checked in, and the food was excellent.“

“I had the opportunity to enjoy lomo saltado and chicharrón with tostones at "El Kiosko." The flavor combination was exceptional, highlighting the juiciness of the lomo and the crispness of the chicharrón. The presentation was impeccable, and each bite reflected the attention to detail in the kitchen. I definitely give it a 5/5. A highly recommended culinary experience.

I had the opportunity to enjoy a plate of lomo saltado and chicharrón with tostones at "El Kiosko". The combination of flavors was exceptional, highlighting the juiciness of the loin and the crunchiness of the pork rinds. The presentation was impeccable, and every bite reflected the attention to detail in the kitchen. Without a doubt, I give it a 5/5. A highly recommended culinary experience.“

“The meals they serve are fresh and tasty, the service they provide are excellent. A lot of seafood. Again, they always have delicious food. I have a wonderful experience everytime l go over there.“

“the oysters are out of sight! delicious bravo! bouillabaisse was amazing! I did like my server. I do suggest they get some sleep nobody was smiling.“

“The food was A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!!! Perfect for a special occasion.“

“Words don’t accurately describe the best chowder I’ve ever had. And doing so in a cozy dockside spot by a window overlooking a snowy bay and pier. You’ll have to experience it yourself, and do so frequently!“

“Absolutely delicious in it’s perfect simplicity!“

“We had a very delicious dinner here when we were visiting and staying in Salem. The atmosphere was great and I have to give a big shout out to our waitress Rachel, who was a total sweetheart and very accommodating, as well as Tori, who took over as our waitress when Rachel's shift was over. This is the best place to eat in Salem and highly recommend it to anyone who loves seafood! Thank you again Turners!!“

“Fish tacos and an Arnold Palmer really hit the spot 👌🏼“

“Great menu. Beautiful presentation of excellently prepared choices. Delightful competent staff. You’ll be lucky to have Carlos as your waiter.“

“Great food and pet darn fast actually. My wife had the shrimp scampi with linguine and I had the stuffed calamari over black squid ink linguine. 🤌🏽👌🏽👍🏽“

“First time there the food was great would recommend to anyone who is in Boston.“

“We booked the private dining area and had a great experience. Service was great and we were not rushed at all. Food and drinks were good and the overall booking process with Zoey was easy and transparent.“

“Bartender James was the best! Thanks for the recommendation!!“

“one of the best meals we've had in a long time. highly recommend.“

“Wow!!! We had the most amazing dinner at Ostra last night and I can't say enough about how wonderful everything was. We tried the crudo, yellow fin tuna, grilled octopus, sea bream and branzino along with delicious white wine. Everything was cooked and prepared to perfection and our server was attentive and delightful. We would absolutely love to return.“

“When someone's looking for lobster bisque, I'll send 'em here!“

“Innovative and delicious.“

“Awesome app's and excellent wine menu. All beef is grass fed. One of the best restaurants that I've been to.“

“By far the best, authentic Italian food in the North End. We have dined at several restaurants but the service, ambience and food is the best! They make their own pasta and sauces daily. I cannot recommend Casarecce enough. Delicioso.“

“Matsunori is a comfort spot I keep going back to. Boston is definitely lacking in terms of handroll places, so the opening of this spot was a win, for sure. The fish quality is pretty good and each handroll is crafted with care (in terms of ingredients pairing). I personally really love the OG miso cod, Eel with foie gras, Mango salmon, and Spicy tuna. All the ingredients mesh perfectly together without overpowering the ⭐ of the show (the fish).

While they don’t offer reservations and are usually super busy (weekdays&weekends), today we got there around 7pm (on a weekday) and there was no wait, which was nice. Our server, Duc, was so attentive and helpful. Rolls came out super quick, as always. Definitely recommend checking this place out!!“

“My wife and I have enjoyed the Restaurant scene in Boston privately and professionally for over thirty years. Right now Aqua Pazza is my absolute favorite spot in the city! Aqua Pazza is kicking on my all three important points. Food, service and ambiance. Simply, I love the place!!!“

“The oysters were fresh and i enjoyed the ambience!!!“

“Excelente servicio q nos dió Lily !! Los mariscos riquísimo y la paella también ! lo recomendamos al 💯. love it !! Definitely we will go back.“

“We had a reservation and were seated right away and someone brought over water and bread. After nearly 30 minutes I had to get up to find someone to take our drink order. We were never approached by waitstaff. Our drink order was immediately taken. We soon after put in our apps and entrees bc we were concerned about the wait but everything went smoothly with that. The food was very good. For the second round of drinks the waiter pushed too hard on an up-sale on the wine and then clearly forgot to put the order in. By the time it came we were through eating and it wasn't wanted any longer. It still however showed on the bill and we had to ask for it to be taken off. Great ambiance, good food, great location but based on the service last night we won't unfortunately be back.“

“A group of us just went to Puritan for it's Clambake and we will definitely try to this again next summer. The quality of the food was exceptional and the cook on all the different seafood was perfect. It was such a fun experience and absolutely worth the money.“

“Amazing food. Don't miss out on the pasta dishes or the bread. They actually make for great sharing apps. The staff is so nice and welcoming. Drinks are delicious and unique.“

“Excellent food and delicious lobster 🦞“

“Went there for lunch and did not disappoint! Highly recommend the Lobster Bisque, best I’ve had in a very long time.“

“We had an incredible experience at Grill 23 & Bar — easily the best steakhouse we’ve been to in Boston. From start to finish, everything was exceptional. The food was phenomenal. We ordered both the filet mignon and the ribeye, and each steak was perfectly cooked, flavorful, and truly outstanding. The sides were just as memorable — the macaroni and cheese was rich and comforting, the Brussels sprouts were perfectly prepared, and the mashed potatoes were smooth and delicious. Adding the Béarnaise sauce on the side was absolutely worth it and paired beautifully with the steaks. Dessert was the perfect ending: warm chocolate chip cookies served with vanilla ice cream — simple, classic, and done flawlessly. A huge highlight of the evening was our waiter, Bernardo. We will absolutely be requesting him on future visits. He offered thoughtful suggestions, anticipated our needs effortlessly, and somehow managed to be there exactly when we needed him — and never when we didn’t, if that makes sense. Just genuinely attentive, professional, and welcoming service that elevated the entire experience. An unforgettable dinner all around. We can’t wait to come back.“

“Had my first visit to Bootleg Special last night and it did not disappoint. Every aspect of the meal, from the creative drinks to the delicious appetizers to the fantastic main course was outstanding. Our server, Alex, was attentive and very pleasant. And last, but certainly not least, the beignets after dinner were spectacular. Looking forward to my next visit!“

“It is not my practice to be critical and write a negative review, but I was enjoying my evening until we were asked to vacate our table after being there for only an hour and 40 minutes. My reservation was at 6 PM and at 7:38 we were told that we need to leave the restaurant. This definitely has left me with a very bad experience. I recall a time during Covid when there was a limit on a reservation, and that was quite acceptable but on a Wednesday night in October 2026 I was quite shocked when we were told it was time for us to leave, especially when I noticed some empty tables around us. Very disappointed“

“thy are just so good sea food“

“we had a wonderful experience all around on a busy Sunday. The manager, Russ, greeted us with a warm smile, setting the tone for a great evening. we sat outside and Jorge F, took great care of us. He was prompt but we never felt rushed. the food was excellent, the Lobster cones are a great new item. we also had the classic mussels. The grilled salmon was delicious. Russ was leading his team through a busy shift but was able to make time to ensure everything was just right. The best in the Seaport.“

“cool atmosphere, food a dream. my lobster roll with honey/chilly butter delicios.“

“Amazing as always and we love every menu they have ❤️ and Tristan is really nice 👍🏼 👍🏼“

“Took my wife for her birthday, along with our daughter. Having been to Peru before and really enjoyed the flavors, we were excited to try this out. And the food certainly didn't disappoint. All of the dishes were very flavorful, including both the mango shrimp ceviche AND the vegetarian ceviche (which was something we didn't get in Peru!). The Causa reminded us of our time in Peru, and both the Peruvian Chinese eggplant and the cilantro lamb stew were very good. The former was a bit milder than we expected, but still delicious, while the latter was superbly seasoned with lamb that melts in your mouth. On the drinks side, we had a passionfruit sour, and the Chica sour and both were delicious. The dessert was their fruit mousse which was also excellent. We were seated outside as it was a nice summer's day, so I can't vouch for the interior. The service was good, though it did seem that one of the waiters wasn't particularly thrilled (either about serving us, or in general). The one who took our orders though, was polite and detailed and pointed out the vegetarian options for my wife and daughter. Keep in mind that this is NOT an inexpensive place. The items range from $17 for an appetizer to the high 30's for the main courses. But for someone craving for something different or just very flavorful food in general, this would be a great choice. I can see why this shows up on many of the lists for best new spots in the city. Highly recommended!“

“Best restaurant in Boston area. Great staff, amazing owner and the best food!!!“

“We booked the private dining area and had a great experience. Service was great and we were not rushed at all. Food and drinks were good and the overall booking process with Zoey was easy and transparent.“

“delicious clam plates and fast service, nice people and yes their roast beef is out of this world!!“

“Delicious seafood options and fresh oysters!“

“This is one of the most authentic Chinese menu's I've ever seen. If you like intestines and other dishes, this is the place to visit. I'm not into trying those types of dishes but they are available for those that are. They do have many more interesting and tasty dishes to experience as well so please give the place a try.
It does have an interesting way to order that I've not experienced before. The table has a QR Code at the end and each person scans it to see the menu on their phone, which is more and more common nowadays. However, each person at the table get linked to the same portal and when someone at the table selects/adds a dish, it updates each person's view on their phone so the entire party knows what has been ordered. When everyone is done you simply submit the order and your food shows up when it's ready. The food was good and the staff was busy but friendly.“

“25 years I have been charged mine here. In all that time, never any less than fabulous!“

“everything wonderful service food atmosphere“

“Our group of 6 had a fun time celebrating a special occasion at Capital Grille while also enjoying The Generous Pour! The restaurant was very nice. Spacious, sophisticated, and an upscale atmosphere.

A special thank you goes to our server, Bruno, who was absolutely amazing. He made us feel so welcome right from the start and attended to our table frequently throughout the evening to make sure we were having a great time. He was also very funny and conversational which added to the positive experience. Please send our best regards to Bruno for his exceptional hospitality!

The food was sooo good. We started with a variety of appetizers, including the calamari and oysters, which were delicious. For my main course, I had the steak au poivre medium-rare, and it was cooked perfectly and tasted delicious.

For sides, we shared the asparagus, truffle fries, and the lobster mac and cheese which was the best mac and cheese any of us have ever had! And I don’t even like lobster!

Overall, we had a great evening and cannot wait to return. Thank you!“

“You won’t find a more delicious lobster roll anywhere!!!“