https://www.reddit.com/r/tampa/comments/13rwkr4/best_seafood_restaurants_in_tampa/
created by JayTapIn60 on 25/05/2023 at 23:15 UTC
26 upvotes, 33 top-level comments (showing 25)
Hey! I’m new(ish) to the Tampa Bay area and was wondering what were some good seafood restaurants. Ive been to Ulele and Mr. & Mrs. Crab so far and both we’re pretty good.
Comment by md28usmc at 26/05/2023 at 13:47 UTC
1 upvotes, 0 direct replies
https://www.reddit.com/r/tampa/comments/13bkgcp/looking_for_bar_or_restaurant_recommendations/
Comment by ThisGuyIRLv2 at 26/05/2023 at 00:35 UTC
32 upvotes, 2 direct replies
Crab Shack. It's on Gandy on the St. Pete side. It's not a Joe's Crab Shack, it's a literal shack. The Red Snapper Corvina is so good, Gator tail butchered in house, the house made Cole slaw and potato salad... Awesome.
I personally love the Swamp platter. Frog legs, catfish, and gator bites on a bed of New Orleans rice.
Comment by DontCallMeMillenial at 26/05/2023 at 04:21 UTC
23 upvotes, 3 direct replies
I like Rusty Bellies in Tarpon Springs.
Comment by BigSugar44 at 26/05/2023 at 01:56 UTC
17 upvotes, 1 direct replies
Ocean Prime is pricy, but very good.
Comment by JujuSulcata at 26/05/2023 at 04:47 UTC
11 upvotes, 0 direct replies
4th Street Shrimp House St Pete
Comment by big_moss12 at 25/05/2023 at 23:47 UTC
30 upvotes, 2 direct replies
Obligatory big Ray's fish camp. Definitely a dive, but probably the best fish sandwich I've ever had
Comment by Kynmore at 26/05/2023 at 03:40 UTC
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I dig Frenchy’s. Good grouper nuggets too.
If you find yourself in S. St. Beach, Caddy’s used to be good. I have no idea right now, been a few years.
Comment by [deleted] at 26/05/2023 at 04:11 UTC
8 upvotes, 1 direct replies
I would head closer to the beach for better seafood places or St. Pete. Anna Maria Island has a couple of my favs. The Beach House and Sandbar. They are owned by the same family/restaurant group..whatever it is called these days. I find in Tampa, that the more established places has one or two great seafood dishes. Also, Ricks on the River has one of the best fish sandwiches in tampa..or at least it is one of my fav. the Shrimp is good as well. I am not an oyster fan but i've heard theirs is good. I'm still learning I'm newer to Tampa and don't go out much..but don't be afraid to go to what looks like dive places. you will find they have some great food. I do find Tampa is getting trendy with restaurants and a lot of new IT places to go. I'm not saying they are bad but you will pay a premium if that is what you are looking to enjoy at least this is my opinion so take it how you want.
Comment by bullitt1104 at 26/05/2023 at 04:58 UTC
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Oystercatchers is hidden gem in Tampa, tucked behind the grand Hyatt on rocky point..food is on point, they have a beach area, dock, and sunset views!
Comment by [deleted] at 26/05/2023 at 01:19 UTC
21 upvotes, 1 direct replies
Dont go to shells. They dont season shit there. Thats a restaurant for senior citizens
Comment by [deleted] at 26/05/2023 at 03:06 UTC
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For take out you can’t beat Blue sea on Nebraska Ave.
Comment by FloridaDude at 26/05/2023 at 04:40 UTC
6 upvotes, 0 direct replies
Ocean Prime is solid.
Comment by Doom_Toon at 26/05/2023 at 02:13 UTC*
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Mr and mrs crab is really good, ricks on the river is a bit of a dive but the po boy was delicious, and while not exclusively seafood, the gator ribs and smoked mullet at skippers is phenomenal
Comment by keljam68 at 26/05/2023 at 10:57 UTC
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Hog Island Fish Camp in Dunedin is worth a visit.
Comment by PB0351 at 26/05/2023 at 17:29 UTC
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Oystercatchers is great with a view to match.
Comment by Impossible-Taro-2330 at 26/05/2023 at 01:38 UTC
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Not in Tampa, but Tarpon Springs - Rusty Bellies. They have their own fishing boats and a fish house.
Comment by erikadarrell at 26/05/2023 at 12:14 UTC
3 upvotes, 2 direct replies
Fat Willie’s Fish Camp and Circles
Comment by TheMaxLengthUsername at 26/05/2023 at 12:20 UTC
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Blue Sea! Can’t beat that value!
Comment by Bam_Margiela at 26/05/2023 at 09:29 UTC
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I really like Harpoon Harrys
Comment by superboomer23 at 25/05/2023 at 23:53 UTC
6 upvotes, 4 direct replies
Ulele is not known as a seafood place. You need to go to Greek area/docks or Clearwater/Sarasota to get good seafood.
Comment by Affectionate-Town695 at 26/05/2023 at 06:45 UTC
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Kona grill in Westshore
Comment by netwerk23 at 26/05/2023 at 12:42 UTC
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It really depends on the area of town and what you're looking for. Here are a few highlights:
Fat Willie's Fish Camp - Our favorite fried catfish, hands down: https://fatwilliesfishcamp.net
Comment by joemedic at 27/05/2023 at 21:41 UTC
2 upvotes, 0 direct replies
Mr and Mrs Crab rocked my socks off. Best seasoning I've had
Comment by alwaysforgetthpw at 25/05/2023 at 23:58 UTC
5 upvotes, 4 direct replies
Eddie V's!
Comment by KaleidoscopeLeft5614 at 26/05/2023 at 02:10 UTC
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