50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Rio Grande

“I have been going to this restaurant since I was a little girl. It brings back so many wonderful memories when my husband and I visit every summer with our sons! Great food and atmosphere!“

“Great food and great service!! Will definitely be back. My wife loved the strawberry burrata!!“

“PRIMAL in Cape May offers an exceptional dining experience! . As a first-time visitor during the off-season, I was truly impressed by both the outstanding service and the remarkable food. Chef Mia and her team deliver on quality, quantity, and value.

The meal started with complimentary fresh-made bread, followed by a delightful house salad. The main courses—filet, halibut, and a lobster/scallop appetizer in the shallot cream sauce—were all flavorful and cooked to perfection. And the Truffle Yukon mashed potatoes? Simply the best I’ve ever had. Dessert was a tower of homemade cookies surrounded by fresh fruit and decadent vanilla icing.

PRIMAL is a standout gem in Cape May, offering an unforgettable dining experience that combines exceptional service, expertly crafted dishes, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a local or visiting during the off-season, this restaurant is a must-try. Chef Mia and her team have truly set the bar high—an experience worth savoring from start to finish!“

“I got a Connecticut-style (warm w/butter) lobster roll and it was good. The bun was toasted but the lobster was still a little cold which was fine I didn’t mind and I felt like the cost was fair for market price and the total amount of lobster I got.“

“Worked here when I was 13 for my first ever job. Been eating their crabs since I could chew. Can’t go to the shore without stopping at Ricks“

“ماشالله تبارك الله مكان جميل وقيم واغذيه متنوعه وذات طعم مميز ونتمنى أن تفتحوا فرع عندنا نتيجه لجودة المنتج وحلاوته وفقكم الله امين يارب العالمين“

“Delicious food. Never disappoints !“

“Quincy’s Lobster Roll at Waterside Place: As someone who grew up in the Northeast and knows a thing or two about authentic New England-style lobster salad, I can confidently say that Quincy’s Lobster Roll at Waterside Place is absolutely delicious. The lobster was incredibly fresh, perfectly sweet, and generously portioned. The roll itself was just the right texture—soft and slightly toasted—and let the quality of the lobster shine. This was a true taste of home, and I’ll definitely be back!“

“One word! Delicious! Will be visiting again next year!“

“Freshly made, quality food. Fried oysters were huge and cooked to perfection. Great choice!“

“Just had the best blue cheeseburger and my husband had French onion soup with a BLT sammy . He said it was the best soup he's ever had and all I can say is
great,great,great !!! 👍 👌
Support local restaurants!! Enjoy!!“

“Quincy’s Lobster Roll at Waterside Place: As someone who grew up in the Northeast and knows a thing or two about authentic New England-style lobster salad, I can confidently say that Quincy’s Lobster Roll at Waterside Place is absolutely delicious. The lobster was incredibly fresh, perfectly sweet, and generously portioned. The roll itself was just the right texture—soft and slightly toasted—and let the quality of the lobster shine. This was a true taste of home, and I’ll definitely be back!“

“Excellent Food with fair prices, perfect convenience store with almost everything you could need, plus fair prices if you gently compare an small business with sll this monster chain stores... Customers service always good and friendly, specially when he remember every single member of your house and ask for them every single time they aren't with you!Very Good People... Wings are my favorite!“

“We had an absolute perfect dining experience. Each course was outstanding. Peach & Burrata salad, delicious. Scallops perfectly done and chocolate panna cotta so good. Loved every thing about Grana BYOB.“

“Great Food and Awesome Location. Love it!“

“It's been about 5 years since the last time I was here. I was worried the prices might have sky rocketed and made it unaffordable, but I was pleased to see that there were many affordable options. We took our number and waited to be called to order.
We ordered a pitcher of Iced Tea at the bar and sipped it as we sat out by the docks till our number was called. The food came out quickly and was very tasty. We enjoyed a beautiful atmosphere watching the boats go in and out as the cool breeze cooled out skin as we sat by the shaded docks.
I definitely recommend the broiled seafood platters!
The lobster house does not disappoint.“

“We love Port. Always a great breeze and view at the outdoor bar. Drinks, salads, seafood, oysters, and sushi are just perfect. And, Luke is one of the nicest and friendliest bartenders in the CM area. We will be back.“

“Great take out made fresh with a smile!“

“Consistently fresh, reasonably priced, and reliably delicious—Fish & Fancy is a true local gem. Their menu offers something for everyone, from perfectly fried classics to flavorful broiled options. The staff is always friendly and efficient, and orders are ready right on time. You can taste the quality and care in every bite. A go-to spot for great seafood done right!“

“I went to Lucky Bones on New Year’s Day, for lunch!! They did not disappoint!! Wed’s are Oyster day specials!! Had the best Ousters Rocketfellers!! Then I had the BOLT sandwich!’it was soo good!! Highly recommend Lucky Bones! Plus, I added point to my rewards card!!“

“My husband and I have been visiting Cape May for years now, and we cannot understand how we waited this long to stop in the Oyster Bay Bar & Restaurant for dinner. We spent a few weeks in the area this year and had meals at the Oyster Bay Bar three times!! From our first visit, we felt so incredibly welcomed beginning with a nice chat with the hostess as we waited for our table. Just from that brief chat during our first visit, the same hostess greeted me by my name on our 2nd visit. I’m embarrassed to say that I cannot remember her name, but I will say that she was incredibly lovely and personable. Our server, Bobby, who took care of us on both our first and last visits, had a wonderful personality, sharing some tidbits with us of the history of the restaurant and with being local to the area, answered some of our questions about the holiday season in Cape May. Now, about the food…with each visit we tried something new and found each meal to be delicious and satisfying. Our favorite appetizer, which we had on all three visits, was the charbroiled oysters. Absolutely delightful!! The mix of the Parmesan cheese in the garlic butter….so very good!! My husband and I always like to do something special on our last night of vacation…and you guessed it, the Oyster Bay Bar was our choice for dinner! The lovely hostess greeted us once again and mentioned to the owner, Gary, that this was our third visit and that we chose this restaurant as our last dinner on vacation. Gary stopped by our table, after sending a complementary round of drinks to us, and spent time speaking with us. Knowing we were tossing the idea of a return visit during the holidays, he gave us his personal cell phone number to reach out to him for not only restaurant reservations but also if we had any other questions regarding the holiday visit. Never before, have I encountered such genuine kindness and graciousness in a visit to a restaurant establishment. I cannot stress to all who take the time to read this review that you most definitely must stop in the Oyster Bay Bar & Restaurant for a meal. You will not be disappointed. Thank you, Gary, Bobby and the most loveliest hostess for adding to our vacation memories and experiences.“

“Fresh and interesting menu. Everything we had was perfect. Smoked salmon and noodle aps were both great starters to share. Scallops, crab cakes, swordfish entrees were delicious. The desserts were lovely and generous portions. Not surprised to hear that this is a perennial favorite for many regulars.“

“The food is decent but this location is all about where you are seated. Previously we were under the blue awning adjacent to Two Mile Landing and it was awesome. This time we were seated back by the bar in the middle of the deck. Tables were packed tight and people on top of you . Probably the worst outdoor seating area in the entire place. Highly recommend you be specific on where you want to sit instead of just selecting outdoor area as this was awful.“

“Excellent..everything!! nice waiter too!!“

“My wife and I went to Stowaways for the first time on Friday night for their reopening. The new menu was great, options for everyone from seafood to steak, sandwiches and options for the kids as well. We met Marisa, she was very welcoming and attentive and stopped at our table several times to make sure everything was going well. After dinner, Gloria took us to their private event space and needless to say it was very impressive. We will definitely be back!“

“The food is absolutely incredible! The service is top notch!“

“This is the spot if you are looking for great food and a family friendly atmosphere! The food was perfect, zero issues. This is the spot you want to spend your hard earned money, a family business. The highlight was talking to Joe and his wife. He is surrounded by his family and it shows that he is proud that they are all working together and serving a great product. This will be our new spot when we come on vacation! See you next year Joe!“

“Awesome bar and atmosphere“

“Food is great, awesome salad bar and amazing service“

“Our bus tour took us to the Boathouse for lunch and we all agreed it was the best meal of the trip. Fried shrimp was amazing and the staff was very attentive.“

“Great authentic Italian food! Reasonable priced and great service. We will definitely be back!!“

“I absolutely recommend Peter Shields Inn for a wedding venue. We had a small wedding on the beach and our wedding dinner was handled by Peter Shields. We worked with Amy (their event coordinator) and she was so helpful in every way. She went above and beyond to make everything so easy for us. I literally handed them a box of our wedding decorations and the tables and everything was set up perfectly! I didn’t have to lift a finger. Their bartender served up our signature drinks with a smile. Our guitarist serenaded guests on the porch while they enjoyed cocktails and wonderful hors doeurves. Dinner was seriously some of the best food I’ve ever had. Perfection hands down!“

“The food and staff was amazing highly recommend“

“I find the food to be very good, wait staff is excellent. I do not find it loud and a sports bar at all, TVs are on but not obnoxious. We’ve had nice meals here!“

“Not sure why this place has a 3.9 rating - we had a wonderful time! Our server, Agnieszka, was great. Oysters were solid. Branzino was superb. Shrimp bruschetta was perfectly balanced with a lot of flavor. Our 2.5 year old daughter was treated great, and thoroughly enjoyed her hot dog and french fries. The Malbec was good, as was the St. Germain Spritz. It was a bit pricy but that’s to be expected for the location. Would go again!“

“Food and service fabulous!“

“Thank you for an amazing memorable birthday dinner. A true gem of Stone Harbor.“

“EXCELLENT FROM SOUP TO NUTS !!!!“

“We love The Dock! Food is always fresh and delicious, friendly attentive staff, beautiful views and BYOB 🙌🏻. A must try!“

“Good food and great atmosphere“

“Fast service , friendly staff and delicious food 🥘“

“Cuisine to international standards. Fairly expensive compared to a couple of years ago, but being a BYOB., you can enjoy super wines of your own and save money. Specials include larger portions and much more expensive meats. Unless a huge eater, stick with the high quality standard menu offerings and still eat exceptional food.“

“Very friendly staff, bright open atmosphere across from the beach. Food was good, quick service.“

“Great dinner waitresses were great fast service excellent meal“

“Great food and beautiful sunsets“

“Staff is so kind and food is delicious! We had both lunch the day we arrived to Cape May and then on our way home we stopped for breakfast! We will definitely be back!“

“Simply the Best in atmosphere, food and service. We Love it every time“

“Food is amazing staff needs to pick the pace up alittle they like to stand around and talk and decide when they help you … we waited at hostess booth while 3 people saw us … then when paying the bill 3 ladies were standing there talking. They finished there conversation while me & the kids waited till they were done talking to come and help us …. To me working in retail I’ve always been told customers come first …. Just saying“

“WoW WoW WoW ! Today was my first time dining here and it certainly won’t be my last. Everything was incredible. Shrimp tempura for a starter and it was outstanding. The salmon dish was out of this world and like no other salmon entrée I have ever had. You will not be disappointed and the service was top notch! Well Done jays on third“