Top Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts. 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!

James Hook & Co.

Boston, MA

For 85 years, James Hook & Co. has delivered the best live lobsters, lobster dinners and fresh seafood shipped from the cold waters of the North Atlantic Ocean direct to your dinner table the next day. Certainly many things have changed since 1925, but one thing that hasn’t changed is their commitment and dedication to bringing quality lobster and seafood products to both the wholesale and retail markets.

Capt. Carlo’s Restaurant

Gloucester, MA

Capt. Carlo’s Restaurant holds very proudly its reputation for having the very best of seafood to be found anywhere. Lobsters, clams, haddock, swordfish, salmon, shrimp, scallops and calamari are just some of the fresh seafood prepared for your appetite. Along with a full menu of all their local seafood favorites, they also offer steak, chicken, burgers, pastas, salads and a great children’s selection.

Island Creek Oyster Bar

Boston, MA

Island Creek Oyster Bar follows the team’s restless spirit for spreading the gospel of oyster culture. Island Creek Oyster Bar places seafood at the center of a collaboration joining farmer, chef and diner.

Alberto’s Ristorante

Hyannis, MA

Alberto’s Ristorante was established in 1984 at which time, Northern Italian cuisine and fresh homemade pasta were introduced to Cape Cod for the first time. Since then, they have continued this tradition of all fresh ingredients and in-house preparation of every course from the soups to the desserts. They put emphasis on decor, service, the pride they take in food preparation, and their affordability.

Lobsta Land Restaurant

Gloucester, MA

For over 27 years, Lobsta Land Restaurant, have been serving Cape Ann’s most eclectic menu in a family friendly, comfortably casual atmosphere.

Dolphin Restaurant

Barnstable, MA

The Dolphin was started 70 years ago, and has been a landmark in Barnstable Village ever since. The Dolphin prides itself on its continuous effort to improve and restore the restaurant’s legacy of fine dining in Barnstable Village. They use local, high quality purveyors to supply them with produce and seafood they can trust.

Cal’s Woodfired Grill and Bar

West Springfield, MA

Barbyann’s Restaurant

Hyannis, MA

Barbyann’s Restaurant, is proud to serve Cape Cod and visitors the finest food and best service around. Their menu is mixture of the best seafood Cape Cod has to offer as well as classic American favorites and a pinch of Southwestern flare.

Baxter’s Boathouse

Hyannis, MA

Baxter’s is a casual seafood restaurant built entirely over the water on Hyannis Harbor. It is the only restaurant in Hyannis with a working dock where boaters can pull up and dine inside or out on their boats. The menu features a variety of the freshest seafood found on Cape Cod as well as delicious salads, juicy burgers and their specialty cocktails including “The Binnacle”.

Tugboats

West Yarmouth, MA

Overlooking all of Hyannis Harbor, Tugboats, is a seafood restaurant acclaimed for superior dishes at reasonable price. Their family friendly atmosphere and alternative menu options will ensure that everyone at your table leaves happy.