34 Best Seafood Restaurants in Knoxville

“Very good place to eat!!! All the staff are super friendly!!! Food was delicious!!!“

“First time to try this place based on reading reviews. Part of our travels is good food. This was a 10 out of 10 for us! Loved sitting out on the patio next to the creek. Waitress was very helpful with the menu, very good service. Oysters were fabulous! Swordfish and Ahai tuna was great! Get the creamed spinach oh my😋the best I have ever had. The manager came around and asked us about our food, we had time to share with her our experience! Thank you for excellent food Russ and Terri Roberson“

“Tucker was amazing enjoyed his knowledge and attitude“

“We sat at the chef's table which was a real treat! The sous chefs, Eli, Artemis and Ben chatted with us but still turned out the food perfectly! Our server, Andrew, provided great service and was very accommodating. Scallops prepared perfectly, filet was delicious, everything was great. Elk was prepared perfectly and lamb shank was fall off the bone. Our foodie out-of-town guests said they will be back! As will we...yum...!“

“I ate here with my children and family. The biscuits were good as always. I got the coconut shrimp and it was good. My children were happy with their grilled shrimp plates. The best part of our dining experience was when we were leaving, my kids were very excited about the lobsters and an employee offered to get one out so my kids could see it up close. That was so kind and my kids were thrilled. It made their night.“

“The whole experience was pleasant and the food was absolutely delicious.“

“Best place I've eaten by far. Great food all around. Disappointed they took away the king crab legs BUT still my favorite place to eat. All their meats are perfectly cooked.“

“Food was very good and large portions, to which I give it a 9 out of 10; when waitress presented the bill, she stood there while we looked at the bill and added a tip to the paperwork. We always tip restaurant staff, however it was quite uncomfortable when we reviewed the bill and decided how much the tip should be...just sayin'.“

“Great Service, I believe our server was new and she was a delight. I was there around 1pm and had the oyster dozen. also a gin bloody Mary. My Sweetheart companions had the chorizo tacos and another the grouper. I appreciated the interior, a great swanky decor and comfortable booth. I am an oyster lover.“

“red lobster biscuits and shrimp scampi“

“Our service here for our first anniversary was incredible. Our servers were Jameson, Zach, and Steven and they were an excellent team to have during our dining experience! Everyone one was very polite, kind, and on top of everything throughout the night. Highly recommend that you ask for them on your next night out. We will definitely be going back again!“

“2nd time here! It's great food and wait staff doesn't rush , nor do I. Very relaxing“

“I will begin by saying that this was an absolutely brilliant dining experience. The food was phenomenal, the service and general hospitality was top notch and the atmosphere was laid back and casual.

I'm quite shocked by a lot of these reviews, mainly the ones that are complaining about the price. Please tell me where in Knoxville, or really most metropolitan areas, that you can get all you can eat Raw oysters, two different kinds of mussels, crab legs, smoked salmon, a variety of cold salads and the best Clam chowder this side of the Mason Dixon line for under $50 a person???

BUT WAIT!!!! Also included in that price are at least three different kinds of cooked fish, a chicken option, prime rib cooked to perfection (with or without a savory aus jus, raw horseradish or horseradish sauce), a fresh pasta station and a variety of desserts, which are also all you can eat (if you're simply greedy) and a beverage as well??? The answer is nowhere. Quit showing how utterly cheap you are while giving your review.

The service was incredible. Everyone worked as a team, our server, Gavin, was incredible on his knowledge and attentiveness without being annoying and everyone we came in concert with that worked here was incredibly friendly without being fake. Also, the buffet was constantly being refreshed the entire time we were there. Kudos to the back of the house.

The seafood buffet, all though estranged from the menu after the pandemic is a Knoxville staple and has been for decades. When I did standup in the 90s I would stay at The Radison, which is now Crown Plaza, just for the seafood buffet alone. It was $35 then (30+ years ago) and didn't have as many options as it currently does now. Not to mention, it's way better now. Again, stop complaining about the price.

Set in an incredibly nice hotel, with a lounge on the first floor, Mahogany's is a flight of stairs above with natural light from the high windows, with a decent, but obstructed view of downtown Knoxville and a semi quiet tone to the restaurant in general. Reservations are highly recommended.

In closing, outside of the house white wine, everything was pure perfection and will be a regular monthly destination for me and my wife. I highly recommend this establishment.“

“We went here for the first time today. What a great restaurant. Food was fabulous and the service was outstanding. Will definitely be back soon.“

“We had lunch mid week. Excellent service from greeter to server. Manager cruised through to check on us. We requested an entree only served at dinner and the chef graciously accommodated. Food was outstanding. Shrimp and grits were perfect. Lobster crab cakes presentation was as good as the taste. I’m from the Gulf Coast and very picky about seafood. The crab bisque was delicious as well. I highly recommend this restaurant.“

“I highly recommend this place! Food is great and so is the customer service!“

“I loved this place. Intimate atmosphere, great drinks, wine and dinner menu. Enjoyed our meal very much.“

“Great service.. great food...“

“Had a great experience at Carrabba’s. Alex was a fantastic server. Responsive, congenial, and genuinely polite. He checked in at just the right times and made the meal even better. I ordered the ribeye rare, and it came out exactly right with a nice sear and true rare center. The meal was fantastic from start to finish. Will definitely be back.“

“We go here often and always get great food with generous portions at a good price. The service is always good and the food comes out pretty quickly even though they are usually pretty busy. We have been to several Mexican restaurants around town and this is our go to because of the consistent quality and service.“

“The food tasted great and very fresh. we had a ton of fun getting dirty too lol“

“I just want to share that we ALWAYS get our seafood from here. Yesterday we went to pick up a 20 person shrimp boil from them bay to find out someone had overheard our IN STORE order a few days before when we ordered it and that person who was behind us in line arrived at the shrimp dock at opening, gave the workers our name, and made off with our Pre made 20 person boil that we had already paid for. The staff were so shocked and we Felt horrible for them. They QUICKLY threw together another 20 person boil and they were apologetic and very accommodating. They know me and recognized that we shop there and they were so nice. I can't say enough about how well they handled it. To the person that scammed this small business. SHAME on you. This business did NOT deserve this.“

“Great service and great food!! The staff and the manager make sure you enjoy your meal and your evening. We will definitely be back ?“

“We husband and I celebrated Valentine’s Day at Fleming’s. This was our first experience, and it was wonderful! My filet was cooked perfectly. Chelsea was an awesome server! We will be back!“

“Lived in Seoul a dozen years. This place takes me back there. No better Korean food within 200 miles!“

“I stopped in today just to try this place out and it did not disappoint. I can't wait to come back . It was so good I ordered a to go order for tonight as well. The staff was super friendly as well“

“🐙 seafood menu is extensive. my octopus + shrimp was cooked delightfully. the many salsa options was excellent. I am a queso afìcionado. the queso was delicious. next trip I will get the grilled whole octopus. Happy to have found an authentic Mexican seafood place 🤍 good service.“

“This is hands down the best Mexican restaurant in Farragut! The food is authentic, flavorful, and always fresh. The portions are generous, the service is friendly, and the atmosphere makes you feel right at home. Whether you’re here for tacos, fajitas, or just some chips and salsa, everything hits the spot. Definitely a place you’ll want to come back to again and again.“

“Excellent food, great portions. Salmon, catfish, hush puppies, okra...Delish!“

“I was born and raised in NYC. This place is definitely NY style Chinese takeout. It's my favorite place to eat Chinese Takeout. It's hard to explain what NY style tastes like if you have never had it, but give this place a try if you can. I think it's the best on in Knoxville.“

“JesusChristHeals. JesusChristHeals. Jesus Christ Heals?“

“We stopped by the Captain D’s on Kingston Pike yesterday while shopping & was the worst experience we’ve ever had. First, my husband ordered the meal with the 24 fried shrimp & fish; he counted 8; he also ordered the butterfly shrimp add-on which would expect to be on the plate & since it came in a box,“

“Stopped there this afternoon around noon. I loved the atmosphere. Everyone was so nice and seemed to be having just a good time at work which was refreshing to see. Place was very clean and food was great. PLEASE never take away the Mac & Cheese !!!“

“It was very fast service! Very clean! And the food was hot & delicious!!“