50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Saint James

“Last night we had a delectable dinner at Basil. The chilien sea bass jumped from the sea in my plate. The seasoning was perfect. The rice was cooked to perfection. The cuisine is light and tasty. My husband had the beef skewers which he enjoyed and he is very difficult to please. Desert got a high mark with the baklava and the chocolate bread pudding which you should not miss. The service was perfect. The ambiance was noisy and bubbly. We will definitely return to Basil for its excellent table.“

“My favorite go to place for some spicy Sichuan style food.I love the pork dumplings here. They are must try. Pork is my fav but even the vegetarian dumplings are amazingAlso the spicy noodles and fried rice here are amazing.They do also serve green tea along with the meal.Definitely recommend this place.“

“Fantastic meal tonight. We had several food allergies including gluten and dairy. They were amazing at making sure that we had several options to meet all of our dietary needs. The owner came out and explained the menu to us. They were unbelievably helpful and the food was absolutely delicious! I highly recommend the gluten-free/dairy free pizza with dairy free/vegan cheese. Our server, Jenna was fantastic! Everything was wonderful.Dietary restrictions: Gluten-free and dairy free“

“Best steak! Insignia who?????? Paces is the way to go, first they got the best bartender in town glean and the manager Patrick the manager one of the best persons I’ve meet in a restarunt as well, both treated me with respect and like family !! Deff will be back and food amazing and drinks are to die “

“My wife thought the Chicken Francese was a bit bland and potatoes were runny but my Chicken Parm was excellent (Tasty and didn't need a knife to cut it). The Calamari was the best I've had...and I've had it everywhere from Montauk to NYC to Florida to California. None better. The wait staff was appropriately attentive and Ron is always a gracious host.“

“After a nice sauna session a few doors down, we stopped in here for a light dinner. Did not disappoint! Lots of parking in the back, and this place is among several other places on the corner of Ocean and Main. It was pretty full, but we got seated in a cozy spot up front. Immediately drawn to the octopus salad, but also tried the tuna wrap. A half dozen oysters while wating. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the wrap was nice and packed. This might become a regular after-sauna spot. Water glasses were filled often, and the service was nice and cheerful.“

“Joey Z's has some of the best breakfast around! I always enjoy coming here for consistently good food and quick service. I had the banana pancakes (which are my go-to) and my mom had the Eggs Benedict which came with potatoes. The staff and owner are so kind and make you want to keep coming back!“

“Very pricey but understandable with inflation and all so it is what it is and it’s still good food. We each got a seafood boil and the sauce was good this time (it’s a hit or miss). It’d be great if they offered a platter option. I’m used to Monster Crab (I usually go to the one in Holtsville), where we would get so much more for what we paid.“

“We’ve ordered through uber eats twice and have been so happy every time! The margarita pizza and the vodka pie are both great.I was prompted to review with 5 stars because i ordered a ginger ale, and they didnt have any. Not only did they read the order instructions and replace it with a sprite, they also left an apology note on my drink! They not only have stellar food, but they clearly have great people working for them too.“

“We stumbled across this place while waiting for our ferry during a New England road trip. Upon seeing prices that looked like they were from a bygone era (it's not just the lobster), we had quite a few items from their eclectic menu. Everything was made to order and our food was delivered much more quickly than the average fast-food joint by a server who treated us like old friends. The atmosphere is unpretentious and super chill - perfect for sports fans looking to hang out alone or with friends. It's a must-visit place if you're passing through the area for any reason.“

“Hands down the best New England clam chowder I’ve ever had. Lobster bisque was also exceptional. The crab cakes were also delicious.It was our first time stopping here and definitely won’t be the last.What really stood out was the service. The young man who took our order was both helpful and very polite as was a young woman who was working tonight also.Better service than some very high end restaurants.DJ’s is definitely doing everything right!What a pleasureThank you!“

“This place is great! They have the best food! Every time I order take out they get it right every time. Never an issue with something left out or not cooked enough or even it not being hot when I get home. They do a great job! Very efficient like a well oiled machine. I cannot say enough about them. The chief should be commended everything is delicious. Thank you all for doing such a great job.“

“My Wife and I were looking for a new spot to go to that we haven't been before. We think we found it. It was very quaint sat in the back corner a large party came in which made it a little less “” quiet “but nothing the restaurant could do about that, we really had a nice time and our server was extremely friendly and didn't rush us at all. We don't get out often without our kids so we wanted to take our time and have a nice night. Thank you very much for the wonderful experience. Can't wait to come back.“

“Just left and had a great meal. Sat at the bar and had wonderful service from the barmaid Justine. I had the boneless wings with oldbay which were awesome and for dinner I had the Cajun Chicken Caesar Wrap. It was great, bunch of chicken and great Caesar dressing which I'm guessing is homemade. I've had a few meals here and this is by far the best item on the menu!“

“Very pleasant experience with an attentive, knowledgeable server. Cocktails were tasty & nicely presented. The bar is spacious and trendy ... a perfect spot for pre-dinner drinks. The weather was uncooperative or we would've loved to enjoy them immediately outside this area on the patio with a fire pit and other fire features. The dining room is busy but the booth type seating gives a private feel. Food was beyond delicious. Between our party of 4 galfriends, we enjoyed sushi, seafood & beef entrees. Everyone was absolutely satisfied with their choices; the preparation, presentation and flavors- on point. H2O has been a fave for years, truly never disappoints“

“My wife and I order out sushi all the time. We used to order from somewhere else and were disappointed when that place made their sushi smaller. We found out several places actually started charging more and providing less. A friend recommended A&A and we haven’t looked back. The sushi is fantastic quality and taste and they never skimp on ingredients. For larger orders they have a menu of pre-selected items that is very convenient and cost effective. Definitely worth every penny. I can’t say enough good things. Look no further for sushi.Ps-they have out free sake and $15 gift certificates with orders of $100 or more during the Dec holidays, which was a nice touch.“

“This place is different. Different from the other American Chinese take out, I grew up eating. The Dan Dan Noodles, house special fried rice, and the Orange Chicken are some of the regular options we go with. The service is attentive and friendly. It's definitely worth a try.“

“In the event you're down and quarantining with Covid or flu, do yourself a favor and order a delivery of Tortilla soup! It does the body good, is so healing and will help your throat. Just spicy enough with chicken and toppings included, a large order is good for a couple of meals. The mini enjoyed a large portion of Pork Nachos and a side of rice & beans.I've not been in the restaurant, but the delivery option made me happy!“

“Dined here several times since opening over the summer. Service is spot on, food delicious and love the outdoor dining and relaxing by the fire pits. Burgers are very good, (we enjoy the toasted English muffin buns), crab salad on croissant is great. Every appetizer we have tried has been awesome. Nice little place on the water nestled in the marina. We will frequent here often year round.“

“This place has some of the best Italian food on LI. The portions can be big since it’s a family style/sharing restaurant. Take away or dine in, the food is always amazing and I can’t recommend this place enough. My favorite is the chicken parm. The staff is also really friendly and the service was great.“

“We loved it, we had passed this restaurant many times and yesterday when we decided to go in it was the best, the quiet atmosphere and the delicious food, the wonderful Callos and with a taste of home, the excellent service. For how old this place is, it is highly recommended.“

“A really pleasant experience, the people who work there are always so happy to accommodate you, both dine in or take out is always the same, caring and friendly atmosphere.Dietary restrictions: They can help with your diet, with a variety of different types of fish and other seafood. The best thing about this store is they cook right there on the premises, I love their fried oysters and ceviche with shrimp and fresh vegetables is so refreshing.Parking: Parking is in the back of the facility. Not wheelchair accessible.“

“I dont have much to say about this place pero their papusas are fantastic. I finally stopped in here after eyeing it for so long, and I'm glad I did. The cabbage that comes with it in the red saucy thing is the best I've ever had. They have a variety on their menu and they do take credit card for all you non-cash people!“

“The most personable people I've ever met. Talk about feeling like one of the family. You will not regret the service and to some, more importantly, the amazing dishes that come out of that kitchen!!!!Please don't do yourself a disservice and order your food from this fine establishment. Not fine dining, but definitely fine dining food standards and tastes.“

“Love Virgola!!! Such a hidden gem in Patchogue, with its wonderful service, enticing Italian wine selection, diverse array of charcuterie boards, and delicious cold seafood options. This is Manhattan-style ambiance offering a wonderful escape from the loud bars of Main Street. You won't be disappointed.“

“My friend and I frequent here for our weekly catch ups and the team is more than welcoming everytime we come. Service is fast but never rushed, accommodating to extra needs and delightful to talk to. Tonight we had Carissa who was so charming and made great recommendations for our experience. She made sure we had everything we needed to enjoy our crab legs and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great girls night ! Get the Cajun blend any time you do a boil, you won’t be disappointed!“

“he food was good and a nice change from the typical restaurant food we get. We got the Picchu especial (Seafood rice and ceviche) and causa limeña (potato cake); Both were great. It was nice to finally have some more authentic ceviche after being let down at some other restaurants. We went on a Friday night and they had live music, the atmosphere was fun and energetic. Food took a bit of time to come out but I guess that means it's fresh and it was worth the wait! It was a little awkward getting seated when the restaurant was full as there is no host- you kind of walk up to the bar and put your name down, or maybe sit down at a table if it doesn't have a sign on it i guess. Maybe calling in for a reservation when it's busy is the way to go. Overall highly recommend“

“We have a tradition of coming here for st pattys day because my hubby does not eat red meat. He always getfs his turkey burger and is happy. I was estatic to see fried pickles on the menu. I got the pickles, seafood bisque, caesar salad and a corned beef sandwich. EVERYTHING was fresh, came out hot and was delicious. It can get loud but it was st pattys day after all. Try it, you will go back.UPDATE 3/17/2020 had to get our feast to go. My corned beef dinner was the best EVER. Hubby's Turkey burger was perfect. Miss our fireside table today.UPDATD coming here is also our New Year's Eve tradition. We do a late lunch, early dinner. Dinner choices are plenty and delicious. You can't go wrong no matter what you order. Love the staff.UPDATE AGAIN. March 17,2021. Had to get our dinners for pick up again. Grumpys chicken and my corned beef and cabbage dinner. Oh yeah and a pretzel. Each year is better than the last. Perfect food and so enjoyable Thank you Trevor and the entire staff at Grumpys.UPDATE MOTHER'S DAY 2021...the reason we come for special occasions is Trevor and the entire staff AND the food. Thank you Grumpy Jack's.UPDATE New Years Eve 2024. Has to get take out since mynhusband had a cold. He gets Grumpy's chicken with mashed potatoes and string beans. I got onion soup, a shrimp cocktail, sm Greek salad and fish n chips (hey it's a last meal after all!) Everyone is so friendly and helpful. The food came out SUPER HOT and PERFECT. We don't go anywhere else for our special occasions. THANK YOU GRUMPY JACK'SUPDATE. ST. PATTY'S 2024 husband got his chicken and I got a small Greek salad and the corned beef platter and a non alcoholic bloody Mary. Staff is always pleasant and keep in touch with you. Food came out hot and plentiful. Oh yes perfectly cooked and delicious. We come here for major holidays and person events. Don't intend to change as they are all the BEST.“

“Seating area has shade, but not much elsewhere. Food is somewhat pricey given the fact that it's on the beach. Outdoor bar. You can only drink in the designated areas because of New York State laws. Excellent for laying on the beach and watching sunsets (Note: Long Island North Shore is somewhat rocky).Another side note: Last time I was here the bar area, they had somewhat of a bee issue. Apparently they've discovered that there are sugars and protein to be had, so they come around. No one was stung last I saw.“

“This "not so secret" gem in Port Jeff is an amazing dining experience. From authentic cuisine to exceptional service it is truly a worthwhile dining experience...a family favorite.Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free friendlyKid-friendliness: Small and quiet but not stuffy“

“Came here on a casual night drive and by dinner time we didn't know where to stop to eat. We were driving on the 27A and looking for places for dinner and we came across this place with very good ratings. Food is very good and well made. The Miso soup was not overly salted as some other Japanese places I've been. The décor is very typical of Japanese as it has these semi private booths which I have never seen before in any Japanese restaurants. Really liked this place and service was attentive. Even though it's a bit far from where I live I will def stop by when I am near this establishment.“

“I have no idea why it has taken me so long to try this place but I went in for my sister's birthday a few weeks ago. We ordered the wood ear mushroom salad, edamame and the Shanghai soup dumplings for appetizers. The mushrooms are reason alone to go back. My entrée was the dry pot chicken which came in a wok lit by sternos underneath and full of dried peppers with a perfect amount of Sichuan peppercorns. My mouth was oscillating between the delicious burn and the tingling and numbing effects of the peppercorns. The other entrées were fantastic. Beef flat noodles with a savory sauce, a mountain of port fried rice, and a delicious pork noodle dish. For dessert, perfectly fried and sugared sweet potato cakes. My one real regret is not going to this place sooner. Our server was lovely and the owners made my sister's day special.“

“To start my review, I just wish there were more stars in the food and service category. Trio deserves 10 ⭐'s for both.This restaurant handles two types of food service, restaurant seating and catering for small to large parties. I've now experienced both. My most recent was a repast after a funeral. When everyone is emotional, the last thing the family needs is problems with the food service. Well, in our case, more people showed up than were originally expected. The staff at Trio didn't miss a beat. They set up additional tables in a flash and quickly had the tables set. We had buffet style dining and the selection was outstanding, with something for everyone. From soup to nuts, everything was delicious. They had fish, beef, vegetarian selections and even offered coffee and dessert. (by the way, if I had known how good the desserts would've been, I might have eaten a little less dinner.)The service is impeccable, everything is clean and fresh, the linens and tablecloths were spotless.I'd like to add that Trio is on the grounds of the Holbrook Country Club. You can grab lunch and drinks after you play, just show up and they accommodate parties of all sizes. You won't be disappointed!“

“I don’t review places often but the food was great and the service was great. Whoever is running this place is doing a good job. Thanks for the food, I definitely recommend it. The music could be better but it’s not a disco so it’s not that big of a deal honestly.“

“Great fresh hot food.The food is Dominican home style, laid out in big trays.Lots of variety of food to choose from- Rice and beans, spaghetti, chicken baked and stewed, pork chops and ribs, beef stew, fried seafood and shrimp.They have nice creamy deli salads as well - egg, potato and macaroni.The staff is helpful and friendly.The place is nice and clean inside. And brightly lit.It also has few places to sit and eat at the counter.Plenty of parking outside.Their coffee is really good too.I would definitely come back!“

“Went New Year’s Eve had an awesome meal off their special menu. Started off with a nice glass of German resiling wine, Shades of Blue, excellent! Then for appetizer had the crab cakes, loaded with crab topped with Aioli sauce, best I’ve ever had. Then had the fillet mignon with lobster tail, fillet had a good amount of gristle in the middle that I had to work around, other than that it was very good. Lobster tail was presented and seasoned very well in some sort of marinated butter, wine and garlic which I thought was top notch of flavor and tenderness. Came with the mash potatoes another good choice some of the best made. I can’t forget their delicious homemade multi grain bread which was very good. For last desert opted for the Crème Brûlée topped off with fresh made whipped cream, awesome. Let me also mention about our waitress very friendly and accommodating, great customer service.Overall had a very enjoyable and unforgettable experience at Nantucket's other than the fillet not being completely satisfied I give it the Cardillo Scale Rating Review of 4.8 out of 5. Will definitely be back again. Happy New Year ? ? ?“

“I just hosted my son's first birthday party at shrimpys burrito bar of east islip in their new event space and they did not disappoint! The owners Ryan & John were so accommodating allowing us to decorate, bring in kids entertainment and the food was absolutely delicious. Mikayla handled our event and everything was perfect from beginning to end. Everyone left full and happy! I would 100% recommend using their new space for events!“

“I ordered the foil-packet fish dinner for a Saturday lunch. It blew my mind when I saw the lady bartender skillfully unravel the foil (see video below) to expose the fish dish. The steam escaped the foil, clouding my surroundings. The fish was fresh and well-seasoned.I will be back to try more dishes.CASH ONLY ESTABLISHMENT!!!“

“Victorios one, on 27. Absolutely the best Pizza anywhere I have ever been and you always get friendly service.8/5/22 Ordered a chicken Alfredo, absolutely delicious, just can't find tastier food or pizza no matter where I go in the 5 boroughs. Even the fancier, much more expensive restaurants like Maggianos little italy, I find myself returning the food.“

“Tonight we tried Catfish Annie s restaurant in Commack, it was all around great! our dinner was delicious the waitress and the rest of the staff were friendly and quick. we are already planning our next visit and are bringing family with us.“

“A typical pub atmosphere. We got a nice corner spot by the window for my dad’s retirement dinner. The sausage soup and filet mignon looked delicious! I had the mozzarella chicken and I brought home plenty of leftovers. You of course need to have the pub cheese and toast. I’m so glad they put it out on the table!This restaurant has been a long time for my entire family.“

“I loved everything about this place! Me and my hubbs had our belated Vday dinner there and everything from the entrance to when we left was wonderful... I highly recommend the green Apple margarita!!! The food was also delicious! Will definitely be back!“

“Me and my husband went here for a date night first time ever being there we ordered the bbq shrimp and potato's au gratin for appetizers the shrimp cooked perfectly and the sauce tasted very flavorful and the potatoes were creamy and cheesy. We ordered the porterhouse for two and they cooked our steaks 2 different temperatures which we appreciated it so much. The steak was cooked perfectly very juicy we will definitely come back again the service was perfect too always asking we needed anything clearing the table for us after each course.“

“The new location on Main St where the old Harbor Square Mall was is perfect! Service was excellent. Great food and a lot for the price. Oysters were good although kind of nondescript in flavor. Fried calamari was flavorful and not greasy. Seafood paella was delicious with enough rice to feed three people! Mahi Mahi fish was seasoned perfectly. Drinks good and came in mason jars! Dessert menu was great. Shared vanilla cheesecake with my husband. It's better than what it used to be. Very clean and nice decor. We will be going back!“

“Party of 7. 5 of us were very pleased with their food. One had to send the steak back bc it was overcooked. One was just underwhelmed. Otherwise, no complaints. Two servers shared our table - they were not overly attentive, but adequate. Overall a decent experience & would be willing to return.“

“Amazing Place, Highly Recommended!!!No other place in town has such amazing food and supports the local schools and community like Harbor Crab, Congrats on your Final Nomination for Community Support. Well Deserved.Kid-friendliness: Amazing staff always family friendly!“

“Checked in and the place was packed a very good sign. Menu selection was either all you can eat (AYE) or ala carte menu, we opted for the Ala carte menu. FYI if one ordered the AYE the entire table must do AYE. Ordered the combo with snow crab, lobster tail, shrimp, corn and potatoes. The seafood was fresh, plentiful, sauces were delicious. Generous portion and price was fair. Drinks were excellent as well. Many people eating the AYE and looked happy. Service was good, food was delicious check it out.“

“I tried many different Chinese take-out restaurants in the area when I moved here 2 years ago. I was really disappointed by the quality until I ordered from New Kings. I'm surprised they don't have a higher rating. The food is consistently good. I just wish they had a few more things on their menu like duck and wontons with shrimp.“

“I enjoyed the entire experience. Staff was friendly. Customers as well. Will definitely go back. I had the lobster roll which was overflowing with lobster and very tender and fresh. Can’t remember the name of the mixed drink. But it was good as well.“

“1st time here and i met jimmy the owner at the counter and he was more then accomadating with adjustments to my order he will also make my family favorite dish with a little notice by phone, lobster cantonese with live fresh lobsters. thats worth the trip alone. clean place really not a sit down restaurant but there is 1 table you can sit at. wonton-egg drop soup was very good meaty dumplings,egg rolls very crispy and dry not oily,my wife enjoyed the shrimp toast ,spring roll,and young chow fried rice. we also ordered pork w/fresh mushrooms very good! nice size tender pieces of pork along with nice fresh mushrooms and a dark brown style gravy. very good!! also their fried chicken wings very crispy and not super oily. give them a try stop in and say hey to jimmy at the counter super nice guy!!“