Top Kentucky Seafood Restaurants

What type of diet works for you? If you ask me, I follow the “Seefood” diet. I see food and I eat it. And that may exactly be the case when you go to these seafood restaurants. We’ve already featured steak houses, pizza places, and burger joints before. Now we will expand your dining world and go beyond seas and oceans, or even under them if you wish.

Before you hesitate and question the the idea of eating in these restaurants or the freshness of seafood in general, remember that we handpicked these listings based on already existing reviews and recommendations. So, these listings are the best of the best, in terms of taste, service, and of course, freshness.

Here we now feature the Top 10 Seafood Restaurants in Kentucky. Wherever you are in the country, there are number of them near you, for sure. We’ve done the hard part by searching, now is your turn to try them out yourself!

Aqua Sushi Bar

Lexington, KY

Aqua Sushi Bar serves rare flavors and perfectly-executed classics. Offering the freshest selection and attention to detail, each request is made to order.

The Fishery

Louisville, KY

The Fishery restaurant has been a family owned and operated business for over 18 years. The Fishery has been a Louisville staple since 1983, serving top quality food, fast, fresh, and hot. They also offer homemade vegetable bean soup, hand cut cole slaw, hand cut onion rings, made from scratch macaroni & cheese, green beans and seasoned rice.

Napa Prime Burgers + Seafood

Versailles, KY

Locally owned and operated, Napa Prime offers chef inspired gourmet burgers, fresh seafood, small plates, local craft beer, world class bourbons and the best wines Napa Valley has to offer in a relaxed setting on the Bourbon Trail. Discover why they have become the area’s favorite dining experience.

Doc Crow’s Southern Smokehouse & Raw Bar

Louisville, KY

Doc Crow’s offers the freshest flavors of American Southern cuisine. The traditional menu celebrates classic seafood favorites from the coastal areas and diverse barbecue styles found throughout the interior regions. This Southern institution pays homage to its Whiskey Row location with a wide selection of the world’s great whiskies and a focus on America’s Native Spirit, bourbon.

Jim’s Seafood

Frankfort, KY

For over 35 years, this family owned eatery has served up the taste of the sea using family recipes made from scratch. Shrimp, oysters, crab legs, lobster, scallops, frog legs and fish, served individually or in a platter combination.

Chart House

Newport, KY

For more than 50 years, Chart House seafood restaurant has redefined the ideal dining experience. They specializes in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties, succulent steaks and slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors.

Mike Linnig’s Restaurant

Louisville, KY

Are you looking for generous portions of fried fish, shrimp, frog legs, pan-fried oysters, turtle soup, chicken and onion rings, then Mike Linnig’s Restaurant, is the perfect spot for you. Nestled in a shady grove, Mike Linnig’s Restaurant has been dishing up tasty fried fish and seafood at family prices for many years.