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Diners' Choice: Seafood restaurants in Washington, D.C. Area

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Updated 05 February 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Seafood cuisine in Washington, D.C. Area? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab - Washington DC restaurant
4.8
4.8 (10177)
$50 and over
Seafood
Downtown
About the restaurant
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab is the culmination of a partnership between Lettuce Entertain You and Joe's Stone Crab, the legendary seafood restaurant of Miami Beach. Joe's features an extensive selection of seafood, flown in fresh daily, to complement the world's finest Florida Stone Crab claws. Joe's also features signature Prime steaks, hand-carved by master butchers, such as the 24 oz. Bone-In Rib Eye or Bone-in Filet Mignon. Matched with Joe's famous side dishes, dinner only gets better when capped with a slice of key lime pie.


Top review
MarkVIP
Dined today
Jenny was our server and she was amazing as usual. Aside from being friendly and efficient, her recommendations in food and wine were on point. We had a wonderful evening!
A photo of Ocean Prime - Washington D.C. restaurant
4.8
4.8 (4431)
$50 and over
Seafood
Downtown
About the restaurant
Located in the historic Colorado Building at 1341 G Street NW and just steps away from the White House,Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended.

Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask for attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant.
THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING:
Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor
Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments
Clothing with offensive language or graphics
Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed.


Top review
KimVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Server was amazing, food was all incredible. Jalepeno au gratin and crab cakes were a favorite.
A photo of BlackSalt restaurant
4.8
4.8 (6730)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Palisades Northwest
About the restaurant
BlackSalt is the much anticipated concept restaurant from Chef Jeff Black, featuring an upscale fish market fronting a vibrant bar and elegant restaurant.
**A 4% charge is applied to all sales for card processing fees. Charge will be waived if paying with cash

Top review
Craig
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic as always. Every dish was a delight. Terrific service and the freshest seafood. At the top of our list of favorite restaurants. We love BlackSalt!
A photo of Pearl Dive Oyster Palace restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1574)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Logan Circle
About the restaurant
With an ambience steeped in rustic charm and a menu filled with treasures from the sea, Pearl Dive Oyster Palace focuses on fresh produce and quality ingredients in its welcoming eatery. Specializing in a wide variety of oysters, from such places as Virginia, Japan, Rhode Island, British Columbia and Washington state, Peal Dive Oyster Palace takes oyster preparation seriously, complementing the delicate taste of the oyster. Appetizer options include crispy crawfish fritters, barbecue shrimp and wood-grilled oysters. Besides oysters, house specialties have a decidedly Cajun flair, with items such as seafood gumbo, crawfish etouffee and Gulf Coast Redfish, all of which have an amazing balance of spices.

The rich entrées at Pearl Dive Oyster Bar are further replicated in its dessert menu, with winning options like Beignets and Brazos River Bottom Pecan Pie.

Top review
Grace
Dined 1 day ago
Pearl Dive Oyster Palace is a great seafood spot in DC! They had a selection of 6 different oysters to choose from and had an extensive menu of other seafood options. I do think the price of the oysters were somewhat expensive ($3.40 per oyster), but would be a good option for a happy hour after work sitting at the bar. Overall, I loved the ambience, food, and service. Great drinks, too!! I got the espresso martini and it was lovely.
A photo of Reverie restaurant
4.7
4.7 (33)
$50 and over
Seafood
Georgetown
About the restaurant
Inspired by Chef Johnny Spero’s global travels, yet rooted in his Mid-Atlantic upbringing, Reverie is a Michelin-starred fine-dining experience that focuses on an entirely seafood driven menu. Please allow 2.5 hours for this experience.

Our tasting menu is offered at $245 per guest exclusive of beverage, service charge, taxes, or gratuities. Corkage is offered at $75 per 750ml.

We can accommodate some but not all food allergies so please inquire before booking via info@reveriedc.com. We are unable to provide dairy-free or fully vegetarian versions of our experience.

Top review
Tara
Dined on 8 Feb 2025
Beyond amazing! Such a special experience. Details are my thing and I was more than impressed!!!
A photo of Cordelia Fishbar restaurant
4.7
4.7 (95)
$50 and over
Seafood
Washington
About the restaurant
Cordelia draws on regional culinary influences from Spain, Portugal, Asia, and the Americas – focusing on areas that use high heat charcoal to coax the best out of fish, alongside a diverse offering of conserva, crudo and cured seafood.

Happy Hour Monday thru Friday from 4-6 pm and late-night.
Weekend Brunch from 10am-4pm.

Chef Rene Caceres
General Manager Sonya Znati

Top review
EboniVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent server, food, drinks, and ambience. We enjoyed the coal roasted oysters, Seabass, Turbot, shiitake mushrooms, brussels sprouts, potatoes, and broccolini. We will definitely be back.
A photo of Eddie V's - Tysons Corner restaurant
4.8
4.8 (5127)
$50 and over
Seafood
Tysons Corner / McLean
About the restaurant
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.
Top review
Jazz
Dined 4 days ago
It’s my favorite restaurant in the country and I travel a lot. The food quality is always high and the service is superb! I try and find one everywhere I travel.
A photo of PassionFish - Reston restaurant
4.6
4.6 (6695)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Reston
About the restaurant
Passion Fish - Reston VA is dedicated to providing the finest quality, sustainable seafood available in an upscale/casual fine dining experience.

Garage parking at Reston Town Center will always be free for our guests. Please park in the Orange Garage on Explorer Street and check in with us when you arrive.

Top review
Dave
Dined 3 days ago
Friendly staff. Superb waiter, knowledgeable, attentive but courteous!
A photo of Ocean Paradise Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.7
4.7 (371)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Fairfax
About the restaurant
We are a family-owned restaurant serving the Greater Fairfax community. Ocean Paradise is an innovative seafood concept, providing you with fresh, high-quality seafood sourced directly from the coast. Our dishes are created entirely from scratch, ensuring that every bite serves up tremendous flavor and an abundance of fresh ingredients. With over 25 years of experience, our chefs have curated a menu that includes a mix of both original and “classic” options, inspired by seafood dishes around the world. We have a passion for creating culinary masterpieces – think “fine dining” meets the comfort of Sunday dinner with your family. Awarded by Open Table as the 2024 "Diners’ Choice.” We look forward to hosting you at Ocean Paradise!


Top review
KathleenVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Had an awesome Valentine’s Day meal here with my boyfriend. The seafood was melt in your mouth delicious, and the value was great. We will be back!
A photo of Black's Bar & Kitchen restaurant
4.7
4.7 (3412)
$30 and under
Seafood
Bethesda
About the restaurant
WELCOME BACK!
Black’s Bar & Kitchen is excited to announce we are back open to the public for dine-in service! While we encourage you to use our online portal for convenient curbside carryout pickup, we have staged our patio, dining room and café tables to provide our Guests with a socially accepted distance to dine.

Food, Wine, & Cocktails to the heart of the ever-evolving Downtown Bethesda, Black’s remains the community Hot Spot for killer happy hour bar bites. Black’s has been on the forefront of supporting local farming & sustainable growing practices, serving only the highest quality produce, meats, & seafood for well over a decade.

Love Oysters? We do. Our Premium raw bar is unparalleled with rotating varieties of bivalves from all coasts of the Americas and a stellar wine list to match. Whether you’re popping champagne for a special occasion, watching the game enjoying a cold craft beer and Duck Nachos in the bar, Black’s Bar & Kitchen is the destination for any occasion.

Top review
Owen
Dined 4 days ago
Nice dinner with a buddy. VG service. Enjoyed the steak frites.
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