50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Brooklyn Center

“Our waiter Eric was amazing dealing with such a big crowd for our dad’s birthday.“

“Tasha and Wayne are fabulous hosts, food superb, great venue“

“Our service from Naomi was impeccable. She was very nice and attentive. The chicken wings were crispy outside and tender inside, just how I like them. The wild mushroom and spinach ravioli was delicious. The ribeye steak was very flavorful. Even the French fries were super tasty, crispy outside and tender inside. We had one of the best dining experiences we've had in a long time.“

“Their Hong Kong-style BBQ pork is a masterclass in crisped edges and honey-glazed richness. It carries both bold flavour and an elegance that feels rare for Chinese deli-BBQ. The roast duck arrives beautifully lacquered, the skin with just the right crackle and the meat tender, juicy and savoury from hours of slow roasting. On the full menu: from stir-fried beef and mushrooms to luxurious lobster and crab preparations, each dish reflects a commitment to quality, generous portions and classic Cantonese technique.“

“Top notch service and true authentic Filipino cuisine. The milk fish was amazing , the Lechon was also amazing . To top it all off, the service provided by the restaurant employees was warm, welcoming, and felt family oriented. I will definitely be back as this place has become the comfort and soul of the city!“

“Highly recommend giving this place a go. The staff are friendly and professional, the food is excellent, the area is nice. Their restaurant week menu for Fall 2026 was spot on! I had the lobster Mac n Cheese, braised Birria Lamb Po Boy, and got a slice of Boston Red Velvet Creme Pie. Every dish slapped. I'll be back.“

“The Connecticut style lobster roll here was probably the best I've ever had! 🦞 The meat was so tender with just the right chew, and a very generous, well-seasoned portion. It was perfectly dripping in butter, just how seafood should be! 🧈. 4 stars for the overwhelming odor coming in the door and the high prices.“

“I don’t get crab as often as I’d like but Babii Cajun has RUINED me. I can’t go ANYWHERE in the twin cities and expect the same great service with the same great tasting boil. Love the sauces, the spice level, the FLAVOR. It’s such a great price that sometimes I’ll even grab one of their cocktails. My sister love the Babii spice (aka the lost spice girl) but I prefer level 2 or 3 spice depending on the day🔥it feels like a more elevated experience and I’ve loved the service every time I’ve been. If I had one wish it would be better parking but that just means I get to walk off all that food“

“Great good, great service, wonderful atmosphere.“

“Every dish was delicious!“

“The meals are consistently fantastic. I’ve never had a bad meal at this restaurant over the last few years. The ingredients are high quality, fresh, and well prepared. The dishes come out delicious every time. It makes dining incredibly easy when I know I can choose anything on the menu and it will be great. The service is also incredible. Knowledgeable, prompt, and friendly staff. The dining and bar areas are equally beautiful in distinctive ways. Very pleasing to the eye. Zelo is a must try downtown, and if you do, it will become one of your go to restaurants for a nice night out.“

“These folks have known how to do fine dining for decades. One of my favorites growing up and now I take my own kids.“

“We had a wonderful dinner with very close friends and everything was world class from the minute we walked in the door. Front of house was very kind and genuinly appreciative, which was very refreshing. Carlos, our server and his team made our evening relaxing, entertaining and are true professionals. We had a couple of Bone in Filets and the Seabass and it was off the charts delicious. Thanks for a memorable evening.“

“Everything is good the wings and fried rice is the best the fish is crispy and fresh the fries are just the way I like them they are the best and the price is right it won't break the bank loe love it been going to seafood to go for as long as I been in MN and that's for 30 years they only gets better“

“The best sushi downtown at an amazing price 🤤“

“i came to visit Minneapolis from Wisconsin.... and a friend recommended this to me.... so I came and it didn't disappoint... my waitress and the owner made me feel at home and the pork chop... cheesy bread and macaroni and cheese was phenomenal! and the service was AMAZING!!!“

“I stopped in here today and was presently surprised. THE nest fried rice I've ever had hands down. Tried fried Squid for the 1st time... Wasn't feeling it.. BUT it was a me thing not a them thing, it was cooked perfectly and wasn't terrible just a weird texture for me. The taste was good tho. Would recommend trying this place“

“We stopped here on December 24th looking for fresh lutefisk and were pleased to find we could buy a 5lb filet. The lutefisk was amazing I was told and in the future we will be sure to call ahead and place the order. The manager was running back and forth with several options before we decided to just buy the 5lb filet. I can say I was amazed, they cooked it in the oven and when I returned that evening I could hardly smell anything other than the usual air fresheners we have in the house.

So thanks again for helping keep a Christmas tradition alive and hope the girls hockey team does great.“

“The cashier was really friendly. I asked about the juices and which would be the sweetest and he let me try it first. Ended up loving it. The food was amazing ! Hot honey chicken quesadillas with the best French fries 🍟 ever. Also came with ketchup, sour cream, and a spicy avocado salsa. Hot and fresh and will definitely go back.“

“Great experience tonight! It was my first time visiting. Robert was SO great! I’ve been wanting to come here for a while. Robert took great care of us. Food and drink suggestions were perfect and he answered any and all questions we had. Very attentive. The manager also stopped by and greeted us. Food was fresh and delicious! I cannot say enough amazing things about this place 🥰“

“Felt like family couldn’t wait to go back . As soon as I walked in the door I was greeted with a warm smile and handed a menu . I ordered the peeled shrimp and sausage. With garlic butter sauce. The shrimp was nice huge peices cooked perfectly as well as the sausage . The garlic butter sauce was the best thing about it grab a shrimp and some rice dip it in the sauce and your taste buds will explode. Yes it is 25-40$ per person but it’s well worth it and for me supporting a Vietnamese owned business is also a plus .“

“Gigantic servings! Delicious food!“

“Excellent food, great service🇺🇸“

“So delicious, and a friendly setting. We so appreciate this yummy, locally owned spot, and it's support of the pop up art gallery on the corner too.“

“My husband had gotten off work and it was almost closing. I hate doing that but I was starving. We got food that was awesome and the gentleman taking our order was very awesome and helpful and the place was very clean and very comfortable! Best wings and cat fish I've had for a long time! Great job guys! Thanks so much!!“

“We stumbled upon "Barwaqo" as it's now called when we were headed to the Electric Fetus for a book signing event; apparently this place changed hands about a month ago (Oct 2023) so previous reviews under the old Cala name are not relevant. We felt very welcomed by the owner and staff, and had an amazing dinner of Somali chicken and rice, sambusa, and the spinach dish which game with roasted goat and a fava bean soup with glutinous rice cakes. Everything was fresh and delicious and obviously made with a lot of care, and all of the food we got only came to about $45. We were thrilled to have randomly taken a chance on an unknown place and we will go back in the future. When we talked to the owner outside afterwards, I asked one of the staff what "barwaqo" means in Somali and he said "gift" but when I looked it up, it means "prosperity." Take a chance on this place at the corner of Clinton/Franklin instead of the Wendy's across the street!“

“My first time my husband and I had dinner here it was wonderful. Food was top notch. Service with our server, Jenny, was impeccable. When there was an issue with our food, Zack, the manager for the evening, went above and beyond to make things right. We will be back.“

“El mejor heladoooo muy cremosito!! Pedí una sandía Loka y wow la mejor muy bien preparada. 💯 recomendado“

“LOVED it from the first time I had it when she was on University in St. Paul. I refuse to eat any other seafood boil in MN. Owner is an extremely sweet woman and makes your experience amazing!“

“My mom and I had different variations of Poke! So delicious and employees are friendly. You get alot of poke in comparison to rice which was a nice surprise!!“

“great soup. service, owners friendly, enough room and tables“

“first time eating at this restaurant, very nice surprise! my server Bree was very helpful and gave me good recommendations. she was very cheerful and makes me feel very welcomed. if I have time i will definitely visit again.“

“good foods and friendly staff.“

“I love the interior design, service, and food here. I also appreciate the interesting menu selections, which offer more variety than other spots in St Louis Park. This is a great place for a date, a girls' brunch, or even a corporate meeting. My mom use to order the duck sandwich, which unfortunately is not on the menu anymore. She tried the Kimchi bowl instead and enjoyed it. My favorite is the chicken Mediterranean wrap—the chicken is such great quality, and they're really generous with the portion size! I also recommend the ratatouille, chicken wings, chicken apple sandwich, fresh espresso martini, and hummus platter.“

“I’ve only visited this place twice, but both experiences were very good. It’s not a fancy restaurant, but the food was good, and the service was surprisingly good, especially considering the price.

You can certainly spend more money at a fancier or more authentic Chinese restaurant, but for the price, I think this place is a solid 5/5 in terms of value.

It’s also conveniently located in Dinkytown, which makes it easy to get to, although parking in the area can be a challenge.

The restaurant doesn’t seem to specialize in spicy food, which may actually be a plus for many people who prefer milder flavors.

I’m going back to this place for sure in the near future, perhaps next week.“

“The food was delicious 😋 10/10“

“My husband and I have dined at Clay Oven at least 20 times. Very nice ambience and great service. But the reason we keep going back is because of the food. We generally order some combination of chicken makhani or chicken tawa, shrimp coconut curry or shrimp korma, aloo gobi, palak tofu, and baingan bhartha, all medium spicy. And, of course, some garlic naan. We are very happy to live close to such an excellent Indian restaurant!“

“Luv luv LUV this place. Wish they d add new varieties though. However all is well and all is good with this place. Luv how we are welcomed with a smile“

“Autenca comida Mexicana muy deliciosa.“

“The other week, I was in the northern metro suburbs and started to get hungry. I drove past Sarna's Grill in Columbia Heights and, judging by the building's welcoming appearance, decided to park and give it a try (though I know that doesn't necessarily mean the food or service will be good).\n\nThat said, my decision was bolstered by the spacious, inviting interior, wide aisles, booths filled with couples and families, and the waitstaff delivering trays of appetizing food.\n\nA friendly waitperson greeted me at my table and offered me a menu with a variety of options, from burgers and salads to complete meals, including pasta and hot turkey or beef.\n\nI chose the BLT on artisan whole wheat with a side of coleslaw. It looked so tempting that I took a bite of half the sandwich before realizing I hadn't taken a picture of the food. What you see in the attached image is the mouth-watering inside of the delicious BLT.\n\nAs it turned out, I had an hour to kill. After finishing my meal, I asked if I could hang out for a while. The friendly waitperson said I could stay as long as I wanted and brought me a cup of coffee to pass the time.\n\nThat kindness made my day and earned her a nice tip. Plus, I promised to return the next time I'm in the neighborhood.“

“great seafood and very friendly staff.“

“Always so good! Chef's special dry tofu is the best!!“

“Must have Catfish and fried okra!!! 😋😋😋“

“My fav place to brunch!!!“

“The most amazing service and the food is delicious! They treat you like family!“

“This is my favorite restaurant. Get the pupusas with consomme as a recommendation but I get something different every time and I love it all. my wife enjoys the flautas the most.“

“muy excelente atención y la comida muy rica y deliciosa 😋 muy bonito“

“This picture is from a pick up order cause I was craving it the other day, but we usually dine in! The staff is always SO friendly no matter who we have had! I suggest the Texas fajitas, birria tacos or street tacos! I’m sure it’s all good - those are just my go tos. Bonus points for a good marg“