50 Best Seafood Restaurants in Philadelphia

“The Food was Fresh ad Incredible“

“Over the top experience. Everything was perfect.“

“An easy 5 stars! Every bite of our omakase dinner was delicious. Very fresh fish! Service was attentive and it was spectacular getting to watch the chef work his magic up close. The ambiance was pleasant. I also appreciated that they accommodated my husband and I as pescatarians.

Dietary restrictions: Accommodated pescatarian“

“Waitress was very knowledgeable about the cuisine. Other staff were friendly and courteous. Food was excellent, tastes wonderful and plated beautifully. The interior might remind you of an old time elegant railroad car with curved ceiling, crystal chandeliers, etc. great place for special occasions.“

“Customer service was exceptional. Seating area was a bit small but everyone was so friendly and worked as a team. Honestly the best service I ever had. I went for restaurant week and ordered the shrimp creole. Omg I cleaned my plate and was still salivating over the idea of more when I got home. My partner ordered the crab soup and the salmon. Eyes rolled in the back of his head y’all. Everything was so well and for my first time they left a lasting impression. Would definitely dine here again. I’m just disappointed the shrimp creole isn’t on the regular menu.“

“I had snapper soup there. It was an 11 out of a possible 10. My wife had New England clam chowder it is (her score system) a 10 out of 10. Best ever. Unfortunately, they do not currently have snapper soup. Missing the old Bookbinder too. Signed, Old Philadelphia natives.“

“Great service and great food!“

“The food is amazing and not the typical Vietnamese offering. The restaurant switches up the menu quite frequently, so you almost never know what is going to be available when you go there. It is definitely a great date place and it is located in a very fun neighborhood.“

“IT WAS DELICIOUS! Definitely worth the trip and price! I will be back!“

“Amazing food!! Been here multiple times. Never disappoints.“

“Great menu, nice bar scene!“

“Great service and great food!“

“Illata has become our favorite Fitler Square restaurant, and we've been in the neighborhood for 22 years. It's a little gem, nestled on Gray's Ferry Ave just steps from South Street. The staff is extraordinarily pleasant and helpful, and the food is - in a word- exquisite. All delicious, all prepared beautifully, a very balanced menu of seafood, red meat and vegetarian options. Their desserts are divine!
But perhaps the most amazing, and extremely reasonable addition, to the menu is their sourdough bread- hearty and flavorful, with a perfect slightly chewy feel on the tongue. We've taken to order some to go!
Don't miss this extraordinary experience.
Fred and Marnie Henretig“

“Unique food, cozy, candlelit atmosphere. Our group enjoyed it tremendously. Highly recommend.“

“We visited Pera and it is great to know that the restaurant met expectations and was consistent with the excellent review in the PHiladelphia Inquirer.“

“I really wish I could give a stellar review because the food is absolutely fabulous here. Not to mention, they will modify anything on the menu to food specifications, for instance for me who can't have gluten, eats only seafood and no cheese. Yes, they work with this with ease and everything is delicious.

The reason I can't give an amazing review is because having gone twice now, the first time our service was excellent and the second time more recently the service was very poor. Our food came out at different times to the table and as a group of four it was very disruptive. Also, many tables were turned over before we even got half way through our meal. I'm not sure what happened to be honest. I will say this was not our experience the first time we went and given how amazing the food is we will try it again.

The response from the owner that he would reach out was completely false. It is over 2 weeks now and I have heard nothing. For me, the irony was I was actually planning to come back out. But now…. ?‍♀️.

Dietary restrictions: They will modify any item on the menu to meet your needs. They are very good with handling gluten concerns particularly.“

“Me and my friends met here for restaurant week and the amount of food we receive for the $40 restaurant week menu was more than we expected. The food was delicious. The ambience was amazing. Our waitress was friendly and nice. The only negative was there is no street parking and the lot was $30“

“good food good people go get u sum“

“The staff was absolutely lovely from the hostess to the server. The atmosphere was intimate, the decor throughout was very cool. The menu is very fairly priced and the food was incredible. I brought a friend here last night that was visiting from out of town, she can be a hard critic but she left happy. Thank you for such a wonderful experience! I will be back!“

“The most perfect place to lunch with friends! Everything I’ve tried at this restaurant has been phenomenal. Their curry wings are my absolute favorite!!! The owners are so kind and passionate about their business. Service is 10/10 never misses!“

“Drinks are great! I stopped in with my son,they are doing a special (kids eat free) don’t know how long it last. The staff is friendly and helped me with getting my stroller out. I had the pastrami egg roll along with a salad( can’t remember what’s it called)but it was yummy.“

“Me & my girlfriends came here 4 a few drinks, We did order some food, All there food R very good, I had a Fish Whitting Platter wth String Beans, & Mac & Cheese, it was so delicious. My girlfriend had there Chicken with French Fries she said it was very good, It a nice chill spot, it dnt get crowded @ all.....I will definitely be back to buy there food here, They sell SeaFood here to.“

“I hosted a small birthday party here for my husband in one of the small private rooms and everything was fantastic. The food was great, service was timely, and they are extremely accommodative with bringing your own cake and such. Best of all we were not rushed out and were able to enjoy karaoke post finishing dinner. Thank you for a wonderful evening!“

“I have been eating here for 20 years. They never disappoint. I don't care what I order, it is always absolutely amazing. The food and the service is impeccable. This is a gem in South Philadelphia. It is reasonably priced, but worth the price. The portions are really large.

Vegetarian options: There are so, so many options.

Dietary restrictions: They honor dietary restrictions.

Parking: It's in a lot with plenty of parking.

Kid-friendliness: There are foods a kid can eat.

Wheelchair accessibility: It is wheelchair accessible.“

“I just had the seasoned fries and the salmon shrimp cheese steak which was so delicious. It was my first time ordering with the grilled salmon stand. Hats off to the chef ?‍? great job doing big things I love it. Everything was so perfectly cooked and the other important thing was it was hot when I got it. Which I ordered though door dash great job being on time to them. I would definitely order from his place again. Everything was the right amount of food.“

“Cool vibes, family style small plates. Rotisserie chicken and grilled oysters were phenomenal. Other highlights: chicory salad, fries, and cauliflower croquettes. We tried a few cocktails and they were creative and pretty good. Wine list is extensive.“

“We came here on a Saturday night during a convention and they conveniently had enough space for 7.

The service was great, the staff were kind and courteous and helped us order and decide how much to order.

The portions are generous and the food is well seasoned and delicious. The food is also authentic so try out a variety of stuff!! I'm excited to come back and try their duck!“

“Jaffa is redone into a stunning venue for great food and excellent service. 3 of us shared several dishes from the Cold and Hot sections of the menu; each of which was a creative bundle of flavors that looked beautiful and tasted great. Our server, Jose, provided excellent service, knew the menu and the wine list well, and guided us to make very good choices based on our interests and preferences. It was a great experience.“

“Food is, was, scrumptiously delicious! Sheesh!! Wait... Wait...wait....scrumptiously delicious food in its finest!!! Customer service in its finest!! Lolz!!! My mom, sister and I ate hours ago! However, Mom sayz fish was very good, perfectly cooked. Sister says mac n cheese is everything!! Steak n rice was soooo tender. Sheesh!! That's just the tip of the platters....However, I'm definitely enjoying my leftovers right now!!!...to be continued... Thank you!!“

“Giuseppe's fresh market is a hidden gem and the ultimate stop for seafood mavens and newcomers alike! The weekly specials keep a rotation of affordable options available - I'm talking $1 lobster tails, $10 full steamed lobster, and sea bass at 40% the Italian market prices. The oysters were diverse and sublime, the staff was friendly and knowledgeable. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending this to all my seafood loving friends!“

“The food and drinks are good“

“It was their last day of business. I will miss this gem in West Oak Lane. It was always a good time had at this neighborhood restaurant. A Black owned business that gave their community the very best‼️ Great run, Bynum brothers. Your dad, Mr. Ben, would be so proud of how you have taken his legacy to the next level and have established your family name throughout the city of Philadelphia. Thank you for the great times @ Relish?“

“I brought my family here from NY to dine here with my Philly family and the food is phenomenal, the chef is an excellent cook,the food is super flavorful and the ladies staff members are amazing and very attentive, plus took pictures of our families together, great memories, great restaurant and im definitely returning and recommending this restaurant

Parking: Had to park in the street“

“really good food and good defiantly recommend going there again“

“The bartender, Colin Krouse, was AWESOME!!“

“Great wonton noodle soup house. Quintessential Chinatown experience. Wonton Soup still pre-Covid priced at $7.50/bowl. Extras inflated the cost but brought me back to lunches and its friends and family. Served with hot tea and appetizer plate of roast pork,duck, and crispy pork belly. Fed four of us at $80 with tip. Come in for a regular meal in Chinatown. No fancy experience but good home cooked meal.“

“This is the Good eating place you can’t miss. Multiple choices of yummy Chinese foods, Noodle Soup are in Beef, pork, chicken. Lots of Cambodian Cookies choices. Highly recommended
Look forward to try at the new branch opening soon?​“

“Always a Pleasure to have a Pleasure Platter. The lobster Bisque is my favorite.“

“I love everything about this place. I started coming here looking for a quick place for lunch close to my job. They have the freshest shrimp rolls with the freshest seafood I’ve ever had? I’m completely addicted. I took my co-workers there for lunch and they all were completely happy with their order. I come here often, and my coworkers said they’re definitely returning also. This place is tops for quality, speed, freshness, presentation all at good prices.

Parking: They have a good sized free parking lot.“

“Fresh and delicious boil seafood . Love Ruby house blend sauce !“

“awesome band. Great service“

“All you can eat HOTPOT. Two hour maximum. Two dining options: $36 and $4 upgrade for additional items such as giant prawns, rib eye, and scallops. 5% discount for cash. There is a buffet to choose fresh vegetable items to add to the broth. Soft drinks are included. No alcohol. On and off street parking is hit or miss on Cherry Street. Elevator from ground level to second floor restaurant. My first experience here and would go back.“

“Great seafood restaurant in the Fairmount area!!!“

“Good food. Good customer service.“

“My 2nd time at this location. If i rated them the first time they would have gotten 5 stars.. both combined 4 stars would i come back? Maybe. The first time I had their wings I gave chefs kiss. Yesterday not so much, they were hot but not fresh, they tasted like they were sitting under a hot lamp. Second time a little hard and a little dried out. I drove into the City just to come here .. I didn't pre-order. Both times I got fried rice both times the rice was meh.. it's not a traditional fried rice. It's more like a rice medley. The prices are affordable for sure“

“You will not be disappointed, from the ambiance, the friendly, professional service and the delicious food!“

“Took my mom there for dinner and we both had the chicken parm. Delicious!!!! Melony, our waitress, was the best. Good and service were outstanding. I can’t wait to go back.“

“We are never disappointed here time after time always very good“

“Hello, I wasn’t sure because of the name but I’m glad I stopped. I had the Hibachi mix vegetable w chucks of chicken and nice size shrimp and fried rice, everything was deliciously fresh my rice was not sticky, and it came with a side salad, Thumps Up to #DrunkeCrab!! top off w a breath mint.“

“Excellent food and service. I had a very nice juicy well seasoned Ribeye steak. (Perfect for mama) Hubby had king crab fried rice, crispy rice sushi and lobster bisque. The rest of the family also had what I was told amazing dishes and cocktails.

This is a really great place and the staff are very nice. The bar seemed pretty busy. Lots of people celebrating birthdays. If you are looking for a nice date spot with good food and don't mind paying a little extra you can get a really amazing meal here.

Parking: Streets are horrible both afternoon and night. Your best bet for parking is to park at the mall inside the garage. You can pay through your phone to secure a spot.“