50 Best Seafood Restaurants in Memphis

“The food is top notch….atmosphere is fabulous.“

“Took my niece today for her first boil ever- she LOVED it! The gentleman who was at the counter gave 10000/10 customer service. He was kind, patient, and answered any and all questions my niece had. Great clean, fun, and casual atmosphere. I will for sure be back!!“

“A wonderful experience all around. Wade was an exceptional server as were all the staff that touched our table. The food was excellent and the pink Cadillac from the bar was top notch!! Everything was cooked and presented perfectly, especially the sweet potatoes!!!- a campfire delicacy. And the deviled eggs and presentation were fabulous!!!!! Can’t wait to return and try something new on the menu!“

“Food amazing, great blues playing in background, staff friendly, lovely atmosphere“

“Visited JJ. Chicken because I wanted some good fried fish for a reasonable price. It is some of the best fish I've had! The staff is friendly, the store was clean and smelled good. You get all and more of what you pay for with great customer service. Will be returning soon! Definitely recommend.“

“Bring back the She Crab Soup!!!“

“Great portions especially for the great price. the mashed potatoes were actually real potatoes. I won't ever buy catfish from any other place in this area again....they know what they're doing“

“We visited the Saltwater Crab today for the first time and got 3 different boils which were all delicious! I can't wait to come back again!“

“Great food. It came really quick and was piping hot.“

“There fish are usually cooked and tastes delicious. The last two times I had it , it was not so good. The fish tasted fishy I don’t know where they getting the fish from now but it not good. I usually eat fish from them every Friday. I had big bones buffalo 3 weeks ago and last I had catfish steak and fillet. I just don’t buy 1 plate . I buy 3-4 plates. Please work on buying fresher fish . Thanks“

“I must comment that I enjoyed eating in house for the first time at Red Hook. Tre Tre was great and very attentive as our server. Management overall was the best. I will definitely return to this restaurant in the near future.“

“The service was phenomenal all around, great hospitality from everyone! Our waitress was very nice and professional while assisting us. The appetizer we chose and our main courses were both good and tasty. Our drinks were made perfectly. We enjoyed our time at Ruth's Chris Steak House and will definitely return soon.“

“Sam was our server. The food was great!!! The prices were fair. I’d recommend and I would definitely go back.“

“Always fast, friendly service followed my delicious food .“

“Been going here for some years now. My husband got me into this place. At first I didn't like it but my husband let me know that I didn't ask for any seasoning and that I need to get seasoning next time. Boyyyyy was he right (Also was pregnant at the time so probably taste buds acting funny),I got lemon pepper hot and it was SMACKING. All my 29 years of living,I never had a seafood place where im addicted to.But Low and behold I did💜.
Hubby on his way now to get our orders. Waiting patiently as I can😭. Just became regulars🩷.“

“It is my first time visiting Memphis Tennessee and I find this restaurant. The food is very good. I highly recommend it. One hundred percent recommendable. The girls are very friendly and helpful. Thank you for your beautiful attitude, especially those two ladies. I didn't ask for their name, but I did. They remember me, they sang the mañanitas to my wife, the one who put the charro hat on her, thank you. God bless you and continue to receive many clients. I recommend it.“

“great place to enjoy and have good drink's“

“5 ? I ❤HOOK'S! I ALWAYS ORDER THE 2 PIECE CATFISH WITH THE 5 PIECE SHRIMP! REASONABLE PRICE! ALWAYS SATISFIED WITH MY FOOD!“

“I live in Nashville Tn , this place is in Memphis TN. Everytime I visit Memhis I will definitely be going there soon as I hit Memphis again

Vegetarian options: IT IS A LARGE BUFFE WITH 10 FOOD COUNTERS

Parking: The parking is connected around the big outside shopping mall

Kid-friendliness: Of course

Wheelchair accessibility: Flat surface everywhere“

“best place memphis so yummy“

“Food was great and service was even greater...Our server Jordan was on point with everything...will be looking for her on future visits...Over all very satisfied with our experience“

“When I tell u this is the best seafood I have taste in a while please give them a try u won’t be disappointed at all“

“I’m not a fast food restaurant type guy, but I admit I do like little Captain D’s from time to time so I happen to be in Memphis and Saul one here on summer Avenue and decided to go inside and eat and the lady by the name of Annie, who was running the show never seen such hustle and professionalism and taking care of the customer thank you no thank you yes sir no sir getting people in and out. I happen to die in so how long was my experience grade but just listened to her as I was sitting there, dealing with all the customers that came in and out of the place, top-notch professionalism is professionalism, and that woman Annie displays that!!“

“My weekly order is for the "Southern Fried, flaky on the inside, delicious like Grandma, served hot, Whole Catfish" ‼️😋 Great customer service ‼️😊 Convenient and easy access location.“

“My husband and I came here for my husband’s birthday and we were immediately greeted with kindness! Our server’s name was Emily, and she was SO kind and super helpful as we had many questions about recommendations considering we are not from the area and were indecisive about food. She met every question with a smile and had great insight on the kind of food/drinks we would like, and everything tasted AMAZING! The hosts were also super nice! All around we had an amazing experience considering it is the holidays and customer service can be very stressful! We really appreciate the kindness!“

“Review: Char Restaurant – Highland Street, Memphis | Rating: 4.5/5.0

Today, I’m sharing my experience at Char Restaurant, located on Highland Street in Memphis. This is a fine dining restaurant, and I chose it to celebrate my friend’s birthday. We made a reservation for two, and everything from the moment we arrived was smooth and welcoming.

We were seated promptly, and the atmosphere was elegant and relaxing, just as you’d expect from a fine dining establishment. The staff were courteous and professional. I don’t recall the name of our server, but he took excellent care of us throughout the evening.

🍽️ What We Ordered:
Fried Chicken (Main Course) – Served with vegetables and gravy, this dish was absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich and well-balanced, and the presentation was spot on.
Shrimp and Grits with French Fries – My friend ordered this and mentioned it was the best she’s ever had. The shrimp were well-cooked, and the grits were creamy and flavorful.
Blueberry Banana Pudding – This dessert was a delightful surprise. I had asked the server to bring it out as a birthday surprise, and he did so perfectly — bringing it out when she wasn’t looking, which made the moment even more special.
💬 Final Thoughts:
We had a wonderful time celebrating, and my friend truly enjoyed her special day. I really appreciate the hospitality and attention to detail shown by the Char team. The food, service, and ambiance all came together to create a memorable experience.

We’re definitely planning to return soon to explore more of the menu.

Overall Rating: 4.5/5.0

Thank you to the entire team at Char for making our evening so enjoyable!“

“Absolutely 💯. Perfect! Great service. Great food. Those burritos are wild too.“

“Great food good customer service!!!“

“I would like to thank our waitress Keyla for the best time yesterday! I wanted to have a special day for our milestone Wedding Anniversary. Keyla and Red Hook didn't disappoint. The food and the Superman drink was perfect! But it was her spirit that touch us! Thank you so much for a lovely time! We will be back!“

“I knew my food wasn't going to be good when I saw my plate was melted from being microwaved. my fish tasted spoiled and wings where old. you should not serve your customers something u would not eat.. $30 down the drain“

“My husband and I found ourself in Memphis on Thanksgiving (didn’t realise when we booked!)\nCapital Grille was open so we booked. \nOMG! What a place. We were impressed from walking through the door. Such friendly and attentive staff. \nInge (from Baltimore!) looked after us magnificently. Answered all our (many) questions about food, drink and etiquette. And gave us THE best advise about the cooking of our steaks 🙏 Mega thanks to Ingy 🙏\nWonderful bar service, great wines, amazing atmosphere and the perfect place to spend Thanksgiving \nThank you to all for a fabulous experience“

“I knew my food wasn't going to be good when I saw my plate was melted from being microwaved. my fish tasted spoiled and wings where old. you should not serve your customers something u would not eat.. $30 down the drain“

“Usually everything in Hollywood fish market is good, I love the fish, always cooked right, crispy and not greasy. Today somebody went heavy on the grease, greasy cabbage and the corn bread, grease too heavy on the fish; my favorite was dripping grease and to top it off for my first bad experience there, the young lady at the register, and she was also the bagger, bagged candied sweet potatoes instead of my favorite Mac and cheese. I was disappointed when I got home to eat; soggy and greasy and to top it off no Mac and cheese. I might give them another chance, I mean you're entitled to one bad day.“

“Amazing place. The wings were not just normal wings. It was the best chicken I had tasted in my life. The catfish was also very good and makes a killer combo with hot sauce. The owner treated me like family and I definitely will be coming back again!“

“Excelente comida y el sazón es tal cual como comer en casa.“

“The food was Great. Fast Service“

“Three of us had a great lunch at Amerigo. The food was delicious & servings were generous. We had not been together in a while so it was great catching up where one could easily hear the conversation. Our waiter was personable and efficient. It was a lovely get together for old friends. Thank you.“

“The server was great. Restaurant was clean. It wasn’t busy. The food was hot and fresh. 10/10“

“I knew my food wasn't going to be good when I saw my plate was melted from being microwaved. my fish tasted spoiled and wings where old. you should not serve your customers something u would not eat.. $30 down the drain“

“Onigiri (rice balls) are HUGE. Got one stuffed with salmon and roe and it was delish! 😋👌Tamago masubi was equally good and filling.“

“Outstanding food I got one of each of his dips, chicken tuna and buffalo very flavorful and fresh! Dinner plates are good too lamb chops smoked salmon and smoked wings you can’t go wrong with either one you choose! Definitely one of my favorite spots in Memphis!!! You gotta try it and the prices are reasonable with good size portions!??“

“I'd have to say that the services here had to have been the best I've had in a long time. I was quite disappointed when the delivery driver stole the order, but that was all fixed because not only did the owner make sure to contact their support but he personally delivered the order himself with apologies for any inconveniences. 10 out of 10 service!!!“

“Folk’s Folly is our family’s choice for group and small celebrations. The private rooms are ideal for larger groups. It is our #1 choice for birthday dinners. The buttery tender filets are our go to meals.. perfectly seasoned, seared and cooked to temperature. I personally love the sweet mash as a side but they are all good. There are some new items on the menu, too. We tried the strawberry shortcake last night. The kindness of the hostesses, knowledge and care of the servers and the FOOD last night solidified are selection for Folk’s as our choice for a premier steakhouse dining experience.“

“The Bruschetta and Veal Piccata were excellent. Our service was great. A thoroughly enjoyable meal.“

“Muy ricos los mariscos y el ambiente💯💯💯Recomendado“

“The food took a little while to be ready, but I didn’t mind because it was fresh. The cashier was very nonchalant and didn’t ask me any questions, so I had to ensure that I provided all the details about my order. I got four jumbo shrimp, three whole wings, fries, and bread for $15. It was really good, and I liked it.“

“Absolute best Italian in Memphis! Love this place, freshly made pastas.“

“They came to Paducah for BBQ on the river and the food was phenomenal! I wish they had a place permanently here, definitely would eat there often! My son got the smash burger and fries with a frozen lemonade...he loved it!“

“Exceptional! Had a five minute wait early in on a Saturday night. Great service. Very clean and nice atmosphere. The croutons alone are worth coming back for!!! But the steaks were good. My husbands was a little more done than he requested but was still delicious!!“