50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Amherst

“I’ve been to The Q Seafood Boil & Hotpot three times now, and every visit has been outstanding. The quality of their food is consistently excellent, and it’s easily some of the best seafood I’ve had.

Their seafood boils are absolutely amazing—fresh, flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and incredibly satisfying every single time.

My absolute favorite, though, is their shrimp fried rice. I’ve eaten shrimp fried rice in over 14 states, and without a doubt, The Q’s is the best I’ve ever had. The flavor is incredible, the rice is perfectly moist, and the addition of red onion gives it an amazing depth that takes every bite to another level. It’s one of those dishes you keep thinking about long after you’ve finished it.

If you’re looking for high-quality seafood and consistently delicious food, I highly recommend The Q Seafood Boil & Hotpot. I’ll definitely be back again & again & again!“

“I wanted to go someplace different for my "Belated" Birthday Dinner and I was in the mood for Italian. I needed Pasta . So, I looked on YELP & decided on "Carrabba's". I am so glad I did !!! My son & I got there around 6pm and had about a 10-15 minute wait. There was a bar to the right & most of the dining was to the left. It was clean & had a comfortable feel inside. We were seated & I had already planned what I wanted to eat the night before, so I wouldn't take forever deciding once I got there. But first, we were served delicious, soft, warm Italian bread . It was so good. We ended up getting it 3x I believe. Our waitress's name was Ashlie S. She was great !!! Very nice, friendly, helpful, funny & very easy to talk to. I order the LINGUINE POSITANO WITH CHICKEN, I got the MAMA MANDOLA'S SICILIAN CHICKEN SOUP & the CANNOLI CAKE FOR 2 for dessert. Everything was phenomenal !! The pasta was so light but with a burst of amazing flavors ! The soup was so good & with huge pieces of chicken in it. Yummmmmmy !! The Cannoli Cake was very good & because my birthday was yesterday, Ashlie gave me a few scoops of vanilla ice cream with syrup & a little birthday candle in it. She was so sweet. Everything was just perfect ! I had an amazing experience here tonight . I found the prices to be reasonable , at least for what I got. We had quite a Long waiting time to get our food, but it was soooo worth it ! They have a special deal going on. I don't know if it's temporary or always going on, but it is a great deal. Whatever the price of something you order for in the restaurant, you take home ANYTHING for less for $10.00. No matter what the regular price. I took home another Linguine Positano,but without the chicken. So now I have an amazing lunch & dinner for tomorrow, since I didn't even finish my pasta there. We also received extra fresh bread to take home. 100% satisfaction on the trip. Also, the ladies room was very clean & smelled good. (That never happens ) I will most definitely be returning to this Carrabba's & I hope I get the wonderful Ashlie S. as my server again. She was full of life, unlike a couple others I saw that looked like they were ready for bed. lol“

“Food is amazing and our servicer was knowledgeable on wines!“

“Excellent food, perfectly cooked, generous portions!! Well priced . Pleasant surroundings and very well maintained facilities. Ample space and easy accessible for handicapped.“

“This was very romantic atmosphere and excellent food. Our server Michael was amazing.“

“you have a good food“

“What a blast. Good food, good fun and good conversations.“

“I was there today with my family and friends, and it was the best restaurant experience I have ever had. The whole family was absolutely delighted with the service. I regret not asking for the name of the waiter who served us—he was excellent! I give him 10 stars 🌟. It is definitely a place I want to return to.“

“We booked a private event at The Cove recently. The staff working our event was great, they were very attentive with the food and drinks, clearing empty plates and cups from tables, and accommodating any requests we had. The food was delicious and the bartenders took care of my guests quickly, no line at the bar. Janet (The Cove's event coordinator/part owner) was wonderful to work with. I would definitely recommend a private event at The Cove.“

“I eat a lot of takeout. At Bailey Seafood I always have leftovers for the next day, the price is reasonable, and the quality and taste are good. I am always satisfied. I can't say the same thing when I spend a lot more money at other places only to have mediocre food or small portions. It's worth trying.“

“This is the one ! They hit everytime I go there and it's even better
Great fish Great chicken
Desserts seems not home made
But forget all that the chicken ? perfect fish perfect and found there family is awesome ?“

“Great vibe, food and service a regular family favorite every summer for years“

“The hostess Leanne was fantastic! Her kindness is the reason I’d come back, and the amazing food of course!“

“We love the food and the service is exceptional too. The only thing I would love to see is the landscaping improved a little. The back room is also very nice and comfortable“

“Let me tell you how amazing The Riverfield is! We had our twins baptism dinner here in the backroom and had the absolute best experience ever from start to finish! Allison made everything so simple and easy for me to plan with her to celebrate our boys with family and friends. She was extremely accommodating with all our requests, as we had some with food allergies. The room is gorgeous and perfect even better his had an outdoor space with a view! The kids loved being able to run around outside. The food was so good you have to have seconds! The slow roasted beef brisket is a dream that you will crave over and over again on top of their roasted potatoes. Don’t let that statement fool you, all the food was delish so make sure your try it all and get seconds. Hats off to the Chef! The atmosphere was perfect. Before we even left I told my husband we will be having another party here for sure! Thank you Allison and The Riverfield 865 for helping us create a beautiful celebration and memory for our family! See you soon!“

“Food is very tasty and there is also a variety of items on the menu. Thank you, Noah, for your awesome service“

“5/5. I cannot say enough about my recent experience hosting a get together for 12 people on Sept. 7th. We used the private room, great for an intimate gathering of our size. The food and drinks were perfect and the staff made it all the better. Thank you and we will see you soon.“

“we had another delicious dinner here tonight. The staff are so friendly and the food amazing. seebyou again soon!!“

“we went to the Boston hotel restaurant for Good Friday dinner. There was a little bit of a mix-up with our order and we had to wait for a little while. The owner came up to us and did more than enough to make it right and make up for it. We were so appreciative of his kindness, generosity and many apologies he gave. Bravo for being such a class act and we cannot thank you enough again for your generosity and making it up to us. We will most definitely be coming back and telling everyone what a class act you are!“

“Best location! Top brunch place ever!“

“Came here for the birthday special $50 off an entree the week of your birthday! Everything was excellent and tasty! Pictured we have: French Onion Soup, Candied Bacon, Chophouse “Chopped” Salad, can’t remember what this was called, 8 oz. Filet Mignon medium well, Mac and Cheese and Au Gratin Potatoes. I would recommend trying this place if you get the chance. Service was great!“

“Wednesday is 1/2 off Vegetarian Pho!!! SOOO YUMMM!!! 😋🍜🙌🏼“

“One of the TOP Thia restaurants in the area. They accommodate (even know by name) my peanut allergy- the food is consistently good and fresh. The taste are amazing and your always greeted and served with professionalism and kindness. The take out is equally as delicious as eating in.“

“Beat seafood in Buffalo. The lobster rolls are out of this world.“

“Lunch twice a week and never had a bad dish. Best damn steak sandwich is a must!!! Oh, by the way Kim is the best...hands down.“

“really great food and friendly staff! Will visit again!“

“Pasta was overcooked. Sauce was sour. Had to ask for grated cheese twice before we got it. Same with water. The restaurant and bar were very busy but no excuse for the disorganization we experienced. Probably won't go back as Buffalo has many Italian restaurants with better food, atmosphere and prices. We went at the high recommendation of friends and were very disappointed.“

“Intimate vibe. lovely decor. food was delicious- loved the wonton starter, scallop fettuccine, and braised short ribs. Service was great! Will be returning!“

“The baked cod and salad was delicious! I'm so happy I decided to try this restaurant. Definitely on my repeat visit list!“

“😁🍕😋🥖🍤👨‍🍳🥗🍺🍷🍗🌯 SO MUCH MORE! JOIN US!“

“The service was very good Sat in the bar area for TV sports, which several TV’s with different games on and easy viewing Meal was OVER the TOP Experienced the Crab Melt Awesome job Chef Relaxing fun time“

“Food was great! We stopped there since it was a choice between another place that was had a 45-minute wait .We were very well pleased with the service and food.,“

“My sisters and I where in Buffalo in May, We decided to check out King crab for lunch. The customer service was amazing not to mention the food. I would definitely recommend this restaurant anyone who’s travelling from Canada to US“

“Our party of 4 went on Saturday about 7 pm. We each ordered something different, and everything was delicious. Our server, 'D', was great. One big drawback...there is no bar! Even a nice glass of wine or a cold beer would have gone very well with the meal, the ambiance, and the wonderful live music.“

“With a lack of Soul Food restaurants in Buffalo, this one is a rare jewel. Great Fried fish, sweet potatoes and Mac just like mom's. I'll be back.“

“Good food 🥘 good people good service good 😊“

“Went there before a play for dinner at Shea's Buffalo. This place is on the Chippewa bar strip, so we were not expecting much. Walking inside, it looks like a typical party/cocktail bar, brick walls, long bar, and tables opposite the bar with plastic chairs and Formica tables, so you are sitting in the bar. At 5:30PM on restaurant week before a nearby playing of Hamilton, we were the only diner's there (and only 4 others at the bar). Now the good part.... one of the best meals I have had in a long time!!!!! Waitress/bartender was prompt, attentive and friendly. The special for restaurant week that we had was $35 for soup/salad (I had soup), Duck with asparagus, yams, sprouts and and pie for dessert. This meal was fabulous! Perfect portion and perfect flavor. The caramel/peanut butter pie was luscious! On top of all this, we were there during happy hour, so $3 a beer. I highly recommend trying this place to eat, just don't expect a cozy, intimate atmosphere. You won't be disappoints, and you won't be broke.“

“Why I’ve been living in Buffalo since 1999 and no one told me about this place … THIS IS AMAZING FRESH FOOD. Fish , shrimp, fries , hush puppies 100/100 MAC N CHEESE OVER THE TOP. Coleslaw LORD knows this will be my NUMBER ONE BI-weekly MEAL… thank you guys everything was BEYOND DELICIOUS“

“Haven't been here in yrs & I won't be coming back. Not how I remembered this old favorite. I had a big foot hot dog that was yuck on a stale roll and French fries that tasted like they were undercooked frozen Oreida ffs. My son had same big foot dog that he didn't like and he ordered the poutine fries that were awful. The cheese curd that come on them were cold & hard, it just made them terrible. Never again. wasted $40“

“We ordered through GrubHub last night. Incredibly good food and the portion sizes are unreal. We did the BOGO deal with Fettuccini Tenderloin. Side salad, garlic bread, etc. We had a problem with the system, so I called for clarification. Whoever the gentleman was the answered last night (3/6/26 around 5:45pm) was awesome to deal with and very friendly. We’ll definitely order from here again and hopefully dine in soon, too. 🍝“

“Osteria 166!! Absolutely the best food in Buffalo and our favorite hands down Italian restaurant with the best meatballs I ever had besides my grandma's, that I haven't had since she passed, so these are now the best I can get. The menu is great with something for everyone and whatever you're in the mood for from flatbread pizza to homemade pasta with the most amazing sauces, delicious salads, fantastic steak and the freshest Italian desserts. if you can save room. We have to get them to go home. It's so hard to decide that we get several things and go family style sharing and going around the menu. bravo Nani in the meatballs! they are a must! great friendly service and beautiful atmosphere. sometimes the acoustic music in the bar. what a gem we love walking distance to the theater district, we try to go before shows and park and enjoy the evening starting with the best meal and drinks before a show downtown. Don't think twice about trying this place! make reservations.“

“We’ve had the pleasure of working beside Fresh Catch Poke for special events. Professional team, with fresh, amazing food! Highly recommend them for your private event.“

“Good food! Really good service. Soup is fantastic!“

“Out of all the Chinese places in WNY this is by far the best!! The egg roles are JUMBO and packed with flavor, some of the best pork fried rice! Chicken is perfect it’s not soggy like the other places, you can taste the flavor!!!! 10/10 stars will drive the extra 8 minutes just for this place!“

“I just got a fish dinner, OH my goodness it was more then delicious 😋. All my food was hot, that's exactly what I love. The seasoning was on fire 🔥. Also, the portions are a nice size. It's a must eat for me because you will not be disappointed.“

“Ribs was the best in the City of Buffalo great staff and atmosphere“

“Just had dinner again . I have been going here for lunch and dinner for at least 30 years and have never been disappointed . Salad is always fresh - beer is always cold - soup is always hot . who could ask for more ? Thanks Guys !! Kenneth Horbett“

“Amazing! Food was great! Service was extraordinary! I’ll definitely bring my family here“

“America's best wings is the best place you would want to go to for a good hot meal. i give it a two thumbs up for great attitude and hospitality. 👍🏽👍🏽“

“Exceptional banquet hall!“