Where to Find the Best Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

April 27, 2022
| 20:23 PM

Calling all seafood lovers! We can’t wait to talk to you about our favorite seafood restaurants in Tampa Bay. From casual and fast dining, to beautiful views and classy restaurants. All are beyond great and we hope you decide to try them soon!

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Channelside/Downtown 🦀

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Big Rays Fish Camp – Facebook

Big Rays Fish Camp

A great spot to grab a bite to eat while exploring the Riverwalk overlooking the water! Easily one of our favorite seafood restaurants in Tampa Bay. With two locations, one located at the Sail, along the Riverwalk, and the other is located on Interbay. Make sure to check both locations out! We recommend getting the shrimp or lobster corn dog, they are so unique and delicious. Don’t forget to add the garlic Parmesan fries!

Hours & Locations

Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 11:00am–4:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–3:00pm & 5:00pm-9:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–3:00pm & 5:00pm-9:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–8:00pm

📍6116 Interbay Blvd Tampa, Florida 33611

seafood restaurants in tampa bay

📷 Jackson’s Bistro Bar & Sushi – Facebook

Jackson’s Bistro Bar & Sushi

If you’re a seafood lover, order the Chilled Seafood Platter! You get to try a little bit of everything and it’s a huge portion! The food here is incredibly fresh, tasty, and you won’t have space for anything else after eating your big meal, even though you’d want to have more. Their Sunday brunch buffet (10:30-2:30) is an absolute classic. They have an all you can eat sushi bar, carving station, omelette station, and so much more for only $37.99.

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Sunday | 10:30am–10:00pm

📍601 S Harbour Island Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602

Ybor City 🦐

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Shrimp & Co. Restaurant – Facebook

Shrimp & Co. Restaurant

Great selection of Caribbean-inspired seafood dishes and Gulf Coast favorites. The perfect spot for Summer, and one of our favorite seafood restaurants in Tampa Bay! The food is always fresh and warm, “right out of the oven.” We love the the Fun Crab dip, blackened Mahi, fresh grilled fish, and oysters (they’re insanely good).

Hours & Location

Monday| Closed
Tuesday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Sunday | 12:00pm–9:00pm

📍2202 E. 7th Ave. Ybor City, FL. 33605

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Big Daddy Krab – Facebook

Big Daddy Krab

A hidden gem? If you’re craving seafood that is affordable, this is your place. Especially if you want lots of it, the portions are huge! Everyone is so welcoming and always smiling, making it a warm experience. Get the shrimp boil with old bay and garlic butter. Yum! It comes with sausages. The potatoes and corn are really good!

Hours & Location

Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 11:00am–7:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–7:00pm
Thursday | 3:00pm–1:00am
Friday | 3:00pm–3:00am
Saturday | 3:00pm–3:00am
Sunday | 3:00pm–1:00am

📍 1632 E 7th Ave #B, Tampa, FL 33605

The Heights 🍤

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

Ulele

This place is really beautiful! We love sitting outdoor, but there’s also great seating indoors! There are heaters outside in case the evening gets chilly, which we really appreciate. Us Floridians aren’t made for the cold. We’ve tried different menu items from Ulele, and we have absolutely no complaints. It’s incredible! You can’t go to Ulele and not get their oysters. Charbroiled is the way to go! Do yourself a favor, and sit outside. Enjoy the scenery and amazing food here!

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–10:00pm

📍 1810 N Highland Ave, Tampa, FL 33602

seafood restaurants in tampa bay

📷 Heights Seafood – Facebook

Heights Seafood

Easily one of the best seafood restaurants in Tampa Bay! Some say they have the best fish in town. So, if you’re a seafood lover, this is a must-try, and check out what’s all the hype about! We can assure that it’s well-deserved and true. Either you have them cook you something amazing, or you take the seafood home with you! Get there early because there’s very limited seating, but it’s so worth it!

Hours & Location

Monday | Closed
Tuesday | Closed
Wednesday | 11:30am–7:00pm
Thursday | 11:30am–7:00pm
Friday | 11:30am–8:00pm
Saturday | 11:30am–8:00pm
Sunday | 11:30am–4:30pm

📍 6421 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33604

South Tampa 🦞

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

Salt Shack by the Bay

Whether you spend the day at the beach or not, this is a great place to feel like you’re vacationing. Great spot to catch a sunset! Take your shoes off and enjoy a delicious meal with the sea by your side! You know what they say in Summer, if you’re not barefoot, you’re overdressed. We love that you can grab a cocktail, and sit in a comfy chair by the fire pit until your table is called. Their fish tacos are the BEST!

Hours & Location

Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–9:00pm

📍5415 W Tyson Ave, Tampa, FL 33611

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 The Getaway – Facebook

The Getaway

Spectacular views! We love going to The Getaway, it really does feel like you’re getting away from your regular daily struggles, to unwind and enjoy here. The restaurant is right on the beach! Perfect spot for an intimate lunch or dinner. The coolest thing ever is that the place is almost hidden, tucked away. You’ll find it behind some palm trees and enter a great place. Our favorite dishes are the seared tuna tacos and the shrimp tacos!

Pro Tip: You can dock your boat right at The Getaway and stop in for a quick bite or cocktail before getting back out on the water!

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–10:00pm

📍 13090 Gandy Blvd N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

Westshore 🐟

seafood restaurants in tampa bay

📷 Ocean Prime – Facebook

Ocean Prime

The food is seriously out of this world. We have no words! You need to have a reservation (you don’t need it, but we highly recommend it). The place is always packed because lots of people adore Ocean Prime. The food is juicy, fresh, and tasty. It’s one of the best Tampa Bay restaurants, period. The lobster tails are delicious and have melted butter. Yum! You can’t go wrong with anything from the menu, the staff is beyond great, it’s a great experience!

Hours & Location

Monday | 12:00pm–10:00pm
Tuesday | 12:00pm–10:00pm
Wednesday | 12:00pm–10:00pm
Thursday | 12:00pm–10:00pm
Friday | 12:00pm–10:00pm
Saturday | 3:00pm–10:00pm
Sunday | 5:00pm–9:00pm

📍2205 N Westshore Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Eddie V’s – Facebook

Eddie V’s

Definition of you get what you pay for! Spectacular place, fantastic meals, and unique flavors. Dress up and feel amazing in this incredible restaurant. Perfect spot for celebrations, girl’s night, romantic and intimate dates. The moment you walk in, you’re treated like a super star! Our favorite are the lobster, of course, the calamari and salmon dishes are all incredible. Enjoy live music, and if you’re up for it, you can dance!

Hours & Location

Monday | 4:00pm–9:00pm
Tuesday | 4:00pm–9:00pm
Wednesday | 4:00pm–9:00pm
Thursday | 4:00pm–9:00pm
Friday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Saturday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Sunday | 4:00pm–9:00pm

📍 4400 W Boy Scout Blvd, Tampa, FL 33607

West Tampa 🦑

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Happy Fish – Facebook

Happy Fish

If you are looking for a true hidden gem, Happy Fish is your spot! This Peruvian paradise has so many options, you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. The name says it all! You’ll come in for great food, drinks, and leave like a happy fish. Everything here is so tasty, it’s not surprising since it’s Latino-owned. But, still, it’s just incredible. Please, please, do yourself a favor and order something with black beans and plantains. It’s so delicious and feeling, you’ll want to bring some home with you.

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:30pm–8:00pm
Tuesday | 11:30pm–8:00pm
Wednesday | 11:30pm–8:00pm
Thursday | 11:30pm–8:00pm
Friday | 11:30pm–9:00pm
Saturday | 11:30pm–9:00pm
Sunday | 12:00pm–8:00pm

📍 4046 Fiesta Plaza, Tampa, FL 33607

Downtown St. Pete 🦪

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Fresco’s Waterfront Grill

Fresco’s Waterfront Grill

A lovely spot to enjoy outdoor seating and eat yummy food! Located right at St. Pete’s pier, so you can imagine how beautiful this place is. High-quality seafood restaurants in tampa bay right over the water! This is one of those places where you can order stress-free, even if it’s your first time, because you can’t go wrong with anything! Our favorite dish is the bacon wrapped scallops, and the mahi appetizer.

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Saturday | 9:00am–11:00pm
Sunday | 9:00am–10:00pm

📍 300 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Doc Ford’s Rum & Grille – Facebook

Doc Ford’s Rum & Grille

Stop by after or before exploring the pier! Just the perfect place to relax, enjoy the views, and the perfect weather. At night, the string lights glow and make it one of the most romantic spots at the pier. We recommend eating outdoors, as always, but especially here. Take your shoes off and feel the soft sand between your toes while you have a refreshing cocktail. Yucatan Baked Oysters, Yucatan everything! They’re so good. Order anything that has Yucatan on the name.

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–10:00pm

📍 610 2nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Sea Salt – Facebook

Sea Salt

One of the best seafood restaurants in Tampa Bay, no doubts. This spot is so fancy, they bring you the fish of your choosing, so you can inspect it before it gets cooked. The restaurant’s views are very nice! The food is simply delightful and fresh. This is the place to have raw oysters, calamari, and a glass of something refreshing and expensive. We all deserve a treat!

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:30am– 9:30pm
Tuesday | 11:30am– 9:30pm
Wednesday | 11:30am– 9:30pm
Thursday | 11:30am– 9:30pm
Friday | 11:30am– 10:00pm
Saturday | 11:30am– 10:00pm
Sunday | 11:30am– 9:30pm

📍183 2nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701

Gulfport 🍣

seafood restaurants in tampa bay

📷 Backfin Blue Cafe – Facebook

Backfin Blue Cafe

We love this place! It has some of the best food we’ve tried in Tampa Bay, and for very low prices (compared to what you’re getting). Cozy atmosphere and fast service! Some things we recommend…the crab cake, the stuffed salmon, and the mushroom ravioli. Some call Backfin Blue Cafe a seafood paradise!

Hours & Location

Thursday | 5:00pm–9:00pm
Friday | 5:00pm–9:00pm
Saturday | 5:00pm–9:00pm
Sunday | 4:00pm–9:00pm

📍 2913 Beach Boulevard South Gulfport, FL 33707

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Cori’s Seafood Grill – Facebook

Cori’s Seafood Grill

Super cute place with a stellar menu! Everything is always warm, fresh, and seasoned to perfection. Enjoy a relaxed and cozy ambiance, along with a delicious and filling meal! Cori’s has made it to multiple favorite seafood lists online and “foodie” groups. A must-try, and one of the best seafood restaurants in Tampa Bay. Get fried shrimp and crab cakes! One of their best sellers is the blackened salmon.

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–6:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–6:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–6:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–6:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–6:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–6:00pm

📍 1431 49th St S, Gulfport, FL 33707

seafood restaurants in tampa bay

📷 Neptune Grill – Facebook

Neptune Grill

We love this restaurant’s name! When we first found out about Neptune Grill, we immediately thought of The Little Mermaid. Gorgeous views of the marina, and amazing Greek food. The portions are enormous, and we were surprised by how fresh everything felt! The crab stuffed flounder is one of the best meals you’ll ever have! The fish-and-chips is to die for.

Hours & Location

Tuesday | 12:00pm–9:00pm
Wednesday | 12:00pm–9:00pm
Thursday | 12:00pm–9:00pm
Friday | 12:00pm–9:00pm
Saturday | 12:00pm–9:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–7:00pm

📍5501 Shore Blvd S, Gulfport, FL 33707

Sarasota 🍱

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

Daquiri Deck

One of the grooviest places in the gulf beaches! Lots of daiquiri variations that are worth to try. Over 30 of them, actually. Their blacked grouper sandwich is one of my favorites in Tampa Bay! Can you believe there’s a dance floor? The music here puts you in the perfect mood to dance, relax, and have a blast! The food is very tasty, especially the fish sandwiches.

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–10:00pm

📍300 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285

Clearwater 🦀

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Frenchy’s Rockaway Grille – Facebook

Frenchy’s Rockaway Grille

Iconic! One of the best seafood restaurants in Tampa Bay and a Tampa Bay favorite. Our favorite location is Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill. It’s located right on the beach, and has a ton of public parking available! You have to try the grouper sandwich, is a must-try! Sit on the patio and overlook the beach. When you’re done and ready to keep exploring, literally take a few steps and you’re at the beach. If you have allergies to anything, let the staff know! They take it very seriously here.

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–12:00am
Saturday | 11:00am–12:00am
Sunday | 11:00am–11:00pm

📍 7 Rockaway St, Clearwater, FL 33767

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Rumba Island Bar and Grill – Facebook

Rumba Island Bar and Grill

Surround yourself by palm trees in their outdoor seating area and enjoy the perfect Tampa Bay weather. If you come during the day, don’t worry, the place is covered with umbrellas! Bring your dogs so they can enjoy the beach with you. There’s live music during the weekends. Get the grilled grouper or the coconut shrimp! They bring you complimentary muffins with melted butter on them, and they taste incredible.

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:30am-10:00pm
Tuesday | 11:30am-10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:30am-10:00pm
Thursday | 11:30am-10:00pm
Friday | 11:30am-11:00pm
Saturday | 11:30am-11:00pm
Sunday | 10:30am-10:00pm

📍1800 Gulf to Bay Blvd Clearwater, FL. 33765

Dunedin 🦐

seafood restaurants in tampa bay

📷 Lucky Lobster – Facebook

Lucky Lobster

Lucky you that you get to try such an amazing place and food, but the lobster is not so lucky, right? Anyways, this beautiful restaurant is right off the Pinellas Trail, so you should totally check that out before or after coming here! The Lobster Roll and Lobster Sliders are best sellers. The salmon is one of the best we’ve ever tried, and it comes with vegetables, and mashed potatoes. Spectacular!

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–9:00pm

📍941 Huntley Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Hog Island Fish Camp – Facebook

Hog Island Fish Camp

Fresh locally sourced Gulf seafood located in Downtown Dunedin! They have an all you can eat Mussels for $17 on Mondays from 6-9pm, and 1/2 bottles of wine on Wednesdays. They have a beautiful cafe, Olde Bay Café, with outdoor dining, fantastic marina views, and is dog friendly! They offer Stone Crab Claws. A must-try and we consider this one of the best seafood restaurants in Tampa Bay!

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–9:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–9:00pm

📍 900 Broadway Ave, Dunedin, FL 34698

North Pinellas & Gulf Beaches 🐟

Seafood Restaurants in Tampa Bay

📷 Ozona Blue – Facebook

Ozona Blue

We love Ozona Blue, it’s a unique place! They even have a pool that you can take a dip in. How amazing is that for a seafood restaurants in tampa bay restaurant? Their fish tacos are out of this world, and they’re so filling! Besides being unique, it has beautiful views too, since it’s right at the marina. It’s not only a beautiful place to spend the end of your day to catch a sunset in the pool, but it also has some of the best seafood restaurants in Tampa Bay!

Hours & Location

Monday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Tuesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Wednesday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Thursday | 11:00am–10:00pm
Friday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Saturday | 11:00am–11:00pm
Sunday | 11:00am–10:00pm

📍 125 Orange St, Palm Harbor, FL 34683

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Well, seafood lovers…which one is it going to be? Try out a new place next time you’re craving your favorite foods and find out the different twists other seafood restaurants in tampa bay offer! Tag us @StufftoDoinTampaBay on Instagram and Facebook.

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