The Most Delicious Seafood in Denver

Angelo’s Taverna

★★★★★ 4.5 (1793) • $$

"BEST place in Denver! Highly recommend. Wine was great, atmosphere great, burrata was out of this world, and oysters were incredible! Loved the bartender too. Highly recommend!"

Uchi Denver

★★★★★ 4.5 (990) • $$$

"Probably the best meal I've had since living in Denver for the last 7 years. We went with friends and decided to splurge on the Omakase and so happy we did. It wasn't cheap , but had zero buyers remorse. It was 10 plates and by the last plate we were pleasantly full. I wish I could remember what each plate was, but once again hands down my favorite meal in Denver. Service was impeccable. The waitress went over the menu and told us what everything was and provided recommendations on what we should do. Would recommend if you love sushi and willing to spend the $ a perfect place to go on a date night."

Star Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.9 (1269) • $$

"I was visitng Denver and a friend recommended this place for dim sum. We went for late lunch and while it was still very busy, we were able to get seated right away.The carts came by often so we didn't have to wait long to eat. We probably had a full array of tasty eats on our table within five minutes LOL Everything was so delicious!The flake factor of crust on their egg custard tarts are out of this world! The silky smooth custard was evenly cooked. Their recipe is on point, they sure know how to serve up excellent egg custard tarts! This was my favorite :)I thought their dim sum was great. The full carts came around in a timely fashion. Their customer service was polite and their jasmine tea really complimented everything well. Grateful for my friend bringing me here!"

Blue Island Oyster Bar and Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.2 (801) • $$$

"Loved this oyster bar. I tried several different kinds of oysters. They were all very fresh and flavorful. The staff were friendly and bartender was very knowledgeable about the oyster menu. I definitely recommend checking it out!!"

Max Gill and Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (728) • $$

"After a nice long day getting my steps in at Wash Park, I decided to treat myself to a lovely meal. A person had suggested that I'd try this place out since it was near by. I decided to take the suggestion and also it's been one of the places I've been wanting to try too along this strip. I rolled in about 2 pm on a Saturday and was quickly greeted as I walked in. I grabbed a seat at the bar. Place at this hour was not busy which was nice and peaceful. Jeremy the bar tender assisted me during my time here and was excellent with suggestions and input. Ambiance is casual. There's a bar in the back too. The music was definitely vibing. They were playing an interesting reggae mix of songs which I really dig. Wanted to make me dance with a cold cocktail in my hand. Lol I had Jeremy's cocktail suggestion, the Catalina wine mixer. It hit the spot and was so so refreshing. Just what I needed to cool off with. I did order two black berry lemon drop and that was super delicious aside from what I started with. I started off with the Maryland crab cakes. So tasty. It was decent size for two. The sauce for the crab cakes was not overwhelming and suited the crab cakes perfectly. The crab cakes were not dry, wet, fishy, or overcooked. I very much enjoyed them. I then ordered the classic lobster roll Connecticut style with a side of broccolini. The lobster roll was delicious with the extra side of butter. The lobster was cooked well, good flavor, and the bun was delicious and soft. The broccolini was cooked to perfection and still had a slight crisp to it. Yes, I finished the roll like I did the crab cakes. Lol Though dessert is not on their menu, Jeremy did verbalize that they do serve dessert. I figured since it was a leisurely day for me, I'll slowly take my time and eat as much as I could so it'll be worth a review. Lol So, I did get a key lime pie. It was smooth, light, the lime flavor was perfect, and of course i devoured that too. All I gotta say, is that, it helps to not have eaten anything and come hungry. I was able to fit all the food snuggly into my tummy. The food was delicious and did not disappoint. The service was excellent and Jeremy was very friendly. Definitely a place to come check out if you're in the area. I am definitely coming back again. Thanks for a wonderful 1st time experience."

Smokin Fins

★★★★☆ 4.1 (712) • $$

Big Mac & Little Lu's Seafood Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (768) • $$

North County

★★★★☆ 3.9 (697) • $$

"Coming on a Wednesday night for date night and we didn't need a reservation. Being from Southern California this is very decent California Mexican food (not traditional Mexican food). Love the theme of the restaurant - very beachy and reminds me of home!! They have indoor and outdoor patio seating, we were seating almost immediately. Our server was on top of it! Bringing out our drinks and food very quickly! It all tasted quick good and had delicious flavor. I did take off one star because of the the strange fees along with the lack of chips and salsa. That is pretty standard for a Mexican restaurant.Overall I would come back! 4/5 stars"

The Yabby Hut

★★★★☆ 4.1 (591) • $$$

"Love this place. I've been coming here for more than 10 years. It's like home, comfortable and welcoming. They've renovated the restrooms and added a washing sink outside them. Love it! Leas crowded in the restrooms when all you want is to wash your hands. And the food is good. Love the yabby Cajun seasoning. Can't wait to come again."

Go Fish Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.2 (499) • $$

"Food, service, and cocktails here are great. This is my go-to sushi spot. Their crispy tuna appetizer and lemon salmon rolls are my favorites. My only qualm is I wish they offered green tea with their beverages, I'm not a fan of Barley tea."

The Asian Cajun

★★★★☆ 3.8 (579) • $$

Cody's Cafe and Bar

★★★★★ 4.5 (400) • $$

"Dropped by this restaurant after landing in Denver. We were definitely in for a treat. Italian food with an Asian twist. Josh the bartender/waiter was so nice and attentive. We got the lemongrass penne, brussel sprouts, rigatoni and it was allllll delicious! The fresh baked bread was so perfect and the wine selection is amazing. Definitely don't want to miss out on this place. They currently merged with Cody's next door. So the food was from Both menus. Incredible! Chef Sue is killing it! We love you and will definitely be back for more!"

Patzcuaro's

★★★★☆ 4.1 (451) • $$

"Still a great place for tacos and carnitas. It's great to see the original owner is still cooking and running around! I was hoping to get my usual buche tacos, but we were informed that they no longer serve buche as the new population of the very much gentrified neighborhood isn't interested in the popular and traditional Mexican food. I'm hoping my review speaks to the new tenants of the neighborhood in hopes that other things such as menudo doesn't also fall off of the menu. Instead of contributing to the fall of a historically Latinx/Xicano neighborhood, I ask that you please support, uplift, and uphold the traditions (in this case, food) of the area."

Maine Shack

★★★★☆ 4.1 (444) • $$

"Maine Shack is legit. Wonderfully light buttery rolls- filled with tender juicy Lobstah! I honestly haven't had a proper lobster roll this yummy since I moved away from Connecticut in my early twenties, (I'm 54). We ordered the medium sized brown butter and fancy lobster rolls, the roll size is the same, but medium has 4 oz of lobster, both of which were amazing. The fancy is lighter and lemony with light mayo, the brown butter, is rich and delectable. I might have groaned out loud. It is pricey, but the quality is excellent and we had plenty of lobster in our medium sized 4oz portion. Hours later and I'm still thinking about those lobster rolls. Yummy homemade potato chips too. Mmm!"

Los Carboncitos

★★★★☆ 4.3 (403)

"Los Carboncitos became my favorite Mexican restaurant in Denver a few years ago & they still haven't let me down! Amazing flavor, good heat & great service. Located a couple miles outside downtown Denver off 6th & Sheridan, this location is a hidden gem in an unbecoming little stretch of businesses with ample parking. They do great takeout, but dining in is even better!The food is outta this world - so authentic & full of flavor! The chips and salsa are complimentary & so fresh, the salsa has a kick! They also bring out 4 housemade hot salsas too, I love them!! Their tacos are simple & delicious, your choice of protein on homemade corn tortillas topped with onions & cilantro. I love the carnitas, chorizo, carne asada & pollo. Their enchiladas are sooo good bc they're not smothered with too much sauce or cheese, and they grill the corn tortillas before rolling the enchiladas so it has a great grill flavor! You can get half green & half red too, yum. All in all, this Los Carboncitos spot is easily my favorite & I hope you find your way there soon bc it's incredible.. don't limit yourself to Taco Tuesday bc the tacos every day at Los Carboncitos are fire!"

Hasu Sushi & Grill

★★★★☆ 4.2 (399) • $$

"They have been opened for eight years. They closed for four months time for a much needed kitchen renovation! . I'm very happy they're back. This spot in Cherry Creek offers an excellent price point. Presentation is excellent and everything's fresh! They even offer Saba( mackerel). I'm so happy!They have a great Happy Hour everyday start at opening till 6pm, including lunch time. Dine in only, excludes holiday. Drinks: buy one get one driFeatured :Lychee MartiniLychee Vodka, Triple Sec, Lychee JuiceYellowtail JalapenoThinly sliced yellowtail & jalapeno served with wasabi dressing sauce.Yasai Gyoza (6)Japanese vegetable dumplingsSpicy Crispy TunaCrispy sushi rice topped with spicy tuna, avocado, tobiko and jalapeñoSushi Sashimi Combo5 pcs sushi, 10 pcs sashimi and a california roll. Sashimi- Escolar (super white tuna), Albacore Tuna, Salmon, Tuna.Cherry Creek RollLobster salad, king crab, spicy tuna, avocado, wrapped in soy paper with eel sauce and chiliSaba Sashimi"

Smokin Fins

★★★★☆ 3.9 (431) • $$

"An absolute must and treasure is the Chilean sea bass dish! Do not even think about not getting it- it's the star of the whole menu! So soft and buttery with a perfectly crispy edge so much umami. Bathed in such soft delicate mashed potatoes and beets and Brussels- so so good! Every bite was unreal- and the serving size was incredible I was able to share some with two other people and still barely finish. Scraped my dish clean!I did not like the dragon roll. Partially my issue was I didn't read the menu properly and typically a dragon roll has eel, but this one obviously didn't. The shrimp was too chewy and it just wasn't my favorite combo of ingredients. Rice tasted stale. I gave someone else my roll to finish.Overall, I would definitely come back for the Chilean sea bass! It was the highlight bite/ dish of my entire Denver trip! Still dreaming of it."

Super Star Asian Cuisine

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (559) • $$

"Super good! I prefer this dim sum over Star Kitchen. Standouts include the salt and pepper tofu, har gow (crystal shrimp dumplings), sugarcane shrimp and lotus leaf rice. The xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) had a great flavor, but not as juicy as I would have liked. (My favorite soup dumplings in Denver are at Dating Yumy.)The restaurant is more spacious than Star Kitchen and I like the atmosphere better. They were a variety of carts going around on a Sunday afternoon. It didn't take long to get seated for 4. We were very full, and ended up spending $20 per person.Overall, this is a really solid choice for good dim sum in Denver!"

The Crawling Crab

★★★★☆ 3.9 (424) • $$

"There were 4 other tables in this small restaurant at 6:30 on a Wednesday night. The server was friendly and we were sat in a booth for our party of 4. The ambiance was casual and clean.The tables had the usual paper tablecloths that you see in a seafood boil restaurant. The napkins were paper from the pull-bin and the plastic ware was just that: plastic ware. They had an array of Pepsi products for $2.99 each (in paper cups) or a hot green tea for $1.99 (also in a paper cup). They were out of the mussels and the scallops. We started with a dozen raw oysters, which must have already been shucked because they came to the table within 30 seconds, served with limes (??), Zesta crackers, horseradish, Tabasco, salt/pepper, and cocktail sauce. There was no odor and they tasted delicious. Next, we ordered the crawfish chowder and seafood gumbo with rice. Lastly, the fried catfish, chicken tenders, sausages, Cajun fries, and curly fries. The soups were insanely (temperature) hot. It took a while before we could take a few bites. There were five pieces of very dry crawfish at the bottom of my chowder, but the flavor of both soups was overall good.The fries were perfect. The fish and the chicken were cooked to perfection while remaining crispy. The sausage was smoky and juicy. Great experience!"

Eddie V's Prime Seafood

★★★★★ 4.6 (286)

"First time to Eddy V's and certainly will not be our last! Everything from the moment we walked in to our departure was on-point and amazing! Once seated (by the Manager) we were ask if the night was for any occasion, at which we replied it was a "Make-up Valentine's Day as we had been sick the week prior." He returned with a handful of rose petals and neatly decorated our table to spell a 'V.' Our server, Alyssa was top notch. She never missed a beat with listening, offering, and being sure that we always had any and everything we wanted. The drinks not only were good quality and mixture, but presented beautifully too. The mystic point oysters were by far the best we've ever had, and we contemplated ordering more! The Caesar salad had just the right amount of dressing with the fresh black pepper complimenting it well. The filet, (although my judgment was biased because my Husband knocks any steak at a restaurant out of the park,) was clearly a beautiful cut of meat and the outer was charred just the right amount. My husband ordered the wagyu steak and it could not have tasted better! We complimented our meal with delicious asparagus and Alyssa surprised us with au gratin potatoes that melt in your mouth! Overall it was a fantastic experience and Valentine's was better celebrated after the holiday, with the utmost amazing experience!"

Yummy Hot Pot

★★★★☆ 4.4 (308) • $$

"Don't miss out on this place! Parking is easy to pass, so watch out for the Yummy Hot Pot lit sign on the building. We went on a Tuesday and there were several tables already dining at about 5:15pm. I felt lucky to go at this time to beat the crowd that eventually came. It's AYCE, you tick box everything you want and there are so many veggie options. I also went to try the clams since it was limited 3 per order so I was curious. The only hot appetizer available were gyoza, which we did not try this time around. White rice is self serve but different types of noodles are also available for other base options.I got the mushroom base broth, my boyfriend got the pork broth. Then the menu was taken away. We received the most beautiful basket of ingredients and two plates of meat we ordered. Both the pork belly and the beef were very thinly sliced and there was a lot of it on the plates. We dove right in and right away I loved everything. The most outstanding were the meats. They were tasty in the broth only without the sauces but also just great quality and thawed properly. The clams were HUGE, heavy, but the meats inside were much smaller than you'd think. I think it was a great experience to have. I've never had clam shells that big before. The mushroom broth was definitely saltier than the pork broth. Both were still clean tasting and complimented the ingredients.Sauce bar was legit and they had anything you could imagine there. The highlight was the cilantro and the peanut sauce.You can order as you go, but unfortunately without the menu I had to go off my memory of what we originally ordered. If I missed out on any items, I didn't remember them. I'll have to remember to ask for another menu next time as a reference."

Moose Hill Cantina

★★★★☆ 3.9 (387) • $$

"Still one of my favorite places for vegetarian options including amazing vegetarian green chile. The menu is extensive whether you are a carnivore or herbivore and the drink menu and flavors follow suit. I've yet to try it but, they do offer one of my favorites as an option for a margarita - huckleberry! No one seems to know the beautify of this flavor so, I am excited to see it on the menu and will try on a future visit. Service has always been top notch. Prior to, during, and after pandemic- I visited many times and have always had a fantastic experience. Seating is diner style with booths and some tables, clean and tasteful decor and clean bathrooms. The complimentary chips are delicious - always warm and nicely salty served with side cups of salsa, cabbage slaw, and corn salad - so fresh and a great compliment to the chips. Prices are very reasonable and portions are massive (for me) so, I always end up with leftovers for a second meal making the value even better. Come give it a try and be sure to take a quart of green Chile home with you!"

240 Union

★★★★☆ 4.1 (345)

The Juicy Seafood

★★★★☆ 3.9 (365) • $$$

El Mirador Mexican Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (355) • $$

"I really liked this place, I can see why it's so busy!! We came around 12:10 (Prime time) the place was packed. However they were able to get us seated in about 10 minutes.They immediately give you chips and salsa, and the salsa has a great flavor. The food came out pretty quickly (Under 15 minutes) and it was delicious.I really liked my NY steak & shrimp it was very flavorful, and my wife loved her pozole. We had to try this spot because whenever we drive by it's so busy.The have plenty of seating, the place is a big Mexican restaurant. There's a lot of entrees to choose from, the prices are reasonable. Servers check on you multiple times.I have nothing negative to say. I will add to crowd and come back from time to time. Recommended and happy eating!"

Perdida - Denver

★★★★☆ 4 (334)

"4.5 stars. Came here for a networking event. It's so busy! Coming through the front, there was no one to greet anyone for like 10-15 minutes. I was feeling patient because of awesome street parking I found. Eventually I was directed to the patio where the space was reserved. The waiter assigned to our area was fantastic. Super attentive and hard working.Loved the taco station that was set up, notably the shrimp. Some of the salsas set on the tables were fairly spicy, which I enjoyed. Lots of cocktail options but mostly focused on the spicy margaritas. Didn't like the churros at the end, they were too dry. I would definitely come back again overall and hope it feels a little less chaotic!"

740 Front

★★★★☆ 3.8 (370) • $$

Morning Glory Farm Fresh Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (328) • $$

Eeny Meeny Sushi Roll

★★★★☆ 4.2 (277) • $$

"We stopped in tonight for a birthday dinner with six of us. I have always enjoyed this place but have not been there since covid. This was a fabulous dinner experience and we are all glad we choose this restaurant. The colorful lights and fish pond is a nice view when you enter the building. The spiral staircase up to the dining room is unique and very cool. It's very attractive and wives a wonderful feel to the experience. We were seated immediately and our server was a wonderful names QiQi. She was fun, friendly, helpful, prompt and downright spunky. She is a fabulous server that really made our dining experience all that much better. She is upbeat and chatty and we all loved her. The decor inside the restaurant is fascinating and fun to look at. They did a great job with the Japanese decor. Now, of course, no review would be complete without discussing the food. Wow, covers it. We had everything from pineapple saki, hot saki, egg rolls, seafood teriyaki, shrimp fried rice, veggie lo mein and a few meals I can't spell. They were hot, freshly made, well presented and delicious. This dinner was worth every dime we paid for it and we will gladly return in the near future. Thank you QiQi for making this birthday dinner a complete success. Ps. We received a free warm Saki as a check in bonus."

GB Fish & Chips

★★★★☆ 3.9 (321) • $$

"I passed this place a few weeks ago and told myself I had to stop by. The name caught my attention. The staff were pretty helpful and knowledgeable on the recommendations. They had games for families to play at the table and a nice outside table section it's right across the street from the water so I know it's a vibe in the spring and summer time. I substituted the scallops for oysters for the combination meal. I have to say this place brought me back to the "Long John Silver" days as a child but it was much more flavorful and the sauces were excellent. The drinks were more refreshing than they were strong. Next time I would recommend a double shot. The dessert was ok. The cheesecake had an orange flavored base to it that I wasn't too hyped about but I added the caramel from the bread pudding and that gave it more flavor. All in all I give this place a 8.2/10 I'll definitely be back!"

The Empress Seafood Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (332) • $$

"Brought my friend for her birthday celebration. She was excited and I was happy as her eyes lit up at all the dishes. She listened to the descriptions, mine were bad, and selected dishes. We ate and ate and then took leftovers home for her hubby and for myself. She enjoyed the experience and that's one of the reasons I like bringing people here. It's not intimidating and they welcome you. Definitely amazing service and great vibe."

Yanni's

★★★★☆ 3.7 (328) • $$

"If you love Greek food, Yanni's is a must try!Everything I ate was wonderful. The gyro meat flavorful, the tzatziki rich and creamy, fresh onions, tomatoes and cucumbers; I was in heaven. The portions of all the plates coming from the kitchen were huge! Yanni himself also came around with little plastic shot glasses to try a Greek liquor on the house! Our server kept us entertained the entire night as well.There's also paintings and wine scattered throughout the entire restaurant. A welcoming environment to create a delicious dinner.At around $30 a person, Yanni's isn't cheap but won't break the bank either and it is well worth it in my opinion."

Casa Vallarta

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (390) • $$

"Great homemade chips. Had a guacamole tostada and enchilada.Good marg, Good service - what's not to like?"

TK’s Surf And Turf Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.3 (201) • $$$

"Definitely has the potential for a 5 star! The corn was absolutely delicious with the spices and butter. I couldn't really tell if the garlic mashed potatoes were like half from a packet and half real but they were good nonetheless. The lobster and crab - loved the flavoring, just maybe cooked a bit better because when it's cooked perfect, as soon as you crack them, the meat comes right out. Wasn't the case this round but will definitely try again!Fair prices for what seafood is going for nowadays. Friendly service! Good amount of seating. Chill vibe."

Clancy's Irish Pub

★★★★☆ 4 (219) • $$

"Sláinte, indeed! Clancy's Irish Pub has been in operation since 1973. Over 50 years in business means they're doing something right. This place rocks!Long time listener, first time caller. The locals only Irish pub has it all. Great food, affordable drinks, funky decor, huge space with multiple rooms and bars, and overall incredible vibes. Wheat Ridge has been blessed to claim Clancy's as their own for over 50 years. From the moment you walk in, you just feel like like you're in Denver's interpretation of Cheers.I popped in here after an event. I didn't know which room to snug up in because they all felt right. Ultimately I landed at the main bar. There was one server/bartender and she was doing it all! Working every room, checkin in on guests, pouring drinks, cleaning tables, etc. She was excellent!IRISH SPRING ROLLS ($9) // Corned Beef, Cabbage, Cheddar, Whiskey Mustard Sauce. Crispy on the outside, tender corned beef and cabbage on the inside. What more could a fella want? Pro tip, dip heavily in the mustard sauce. It's addicting and near habit forming. A steal at nine smackaroos.DRUNKEN IRISHMAN WINGS ($10) // 6pc Buffalo w/ Ranch. Big wing junkie here and these hit the spot. My only critiques are personal takes. For the amount of sauce they doused the wings in, I would've liked the wings in the fryer for another 30 seconds or so. Other than that, no complaints. I'll be ordering these many more times!Smithwicks for $5.75 a pint. Say less. I'm hooked after one visit. I am infatuated with longstanding local establishments like Clancy's. What a wonderful representation of what a fun, local Irish pub should be. No judgment, just good vibes, cheap drinks and great food. SOLD!"