Coastal Cravings: Our Favorite Seafood Spots

Can’t make it to the beach, but you’re craving some delicious seafood? Raleigh has some amazing seafood spots that will bring the coast right to you! Here’s our top five favorite restaurants!

• 42nd St Oyster Bar - There’s a reason this restaurant has been open since 1931, they know exactly how seafood should be done! With a variety of oysters available caught from all across the NC coast to daily features of fresh seafood catches, 42nd St Oyster Bar will have you savoring your seafood craving. 508 W Jones St

• Cortez Seafood and Cocktail - Needing to cool off after a hot summer day? Fresh ceviche and a handcrafted cocktail from Cortez is exactly what you need. This local spot is perfect for sharing small plates of oysters and shellfish while you sip on a delicious spirited drink! 413 Glenwood Ave

• Oak City Fish and Chips - Located in the Morgan Street Food Hall, this one has all of our fried favorites. From calamari to fried scallops and lobster tails, you’ll be hooked on flavor as you indulge in a fried feast! 411 W Morgan St

• St. Roch Fine Oysters + Bar - If you’re ready to discover the soulful essence of seafood from New Orleans, we highly recommend that you get the gumbo! St. Roch also offers a wide array of some of the best shellfish. We know it might be hard to save room, but be sure to get the beignets for dessert too! 223 S Wilmington St

• Gravy - There’s nothing we love more than seafood and Italian cuisine! Starting your meal with freshly fried calamari at Gravy is a must. With delectable dishes like shrimp fra diavolo and scallop risotto milanese you’ll be transported to the sun-kissed shores of Italy. 135 S Wilmington St