Seafood in the City

Your tastebuds watering yet?

Norfolk’s chefs pride themselves on buying only the freshest seafood, caught right out of our own backyard in the Chesapeake Bay. Local eateries serve up everything from the Lynnhaven oyster, she crab soup, fish, scallops, mussels and, of course, the Bay’s star crustacean, blue crabs.

Best Places to Get Your Oyster Fix

However you like to eat them – raw, steamed, baked or fried – we’ve got you covered! When you are in the mood for shucks and fun, check out these seven local favorites to get your oyster fix!
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The Ultimate Guide to Seafood in Norfolk

You can find seafood in almost every form including deep-fried, raw, baked and sautéed, pleasing everyone’s seafood flavor palate. Below are the best places to enjoy seafood in our waterfront city.
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Seafood Restaurants

You’ve got 600+ indie restaurants in Norfolk to try. Start here.

Swell at OV

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Longboards

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Waterside Seafood Company

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Willoughby Fish House

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456 Fish

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Black Tuna Bar & Grille

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