Best Seafood in Atlanta
The Optimist
Seafood restaurant · Atlanta
Ford Fry’s West Midtown classic still sets the bar with a lively oyster bar, wood-fired fish, and a bustling room that feels like a coastal vacation. Frequently cited by Atlanta Magazine and Thrillist; a perennial Eater favorite.
Kimball House
New American restaurant · Decatur
Set in a historic depot, Kimball House is revered for one of the country’s great oyster programs and polished cocktails. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and praised widely by local critics for its shellfish and seasonal plates.
Fishmonger
Seafood restaurant · Atlanta
Part fish market, part counter-service cafe, Fishmonger earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for stellar value—don’t miss the blackened grouper sandwich and rotating crudos. Regularly highlighted by Eater and Resy for its seafood prowess.
BeetleCat
Seafood restaurant · Atlanta
Inman Park’s playful oysterette pairs a strong raw bar with creative seafood plates and a popular donut brunch. Lauded by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and consistently recommended by local editors.
The Steamhouse Lounge
Lounge · Atlanta
A Midtown institution known for meaty lobster bisque, oysters, and a sprawling patio. Celebrated annually through Oysterfest, which supports Giving Kitchen and Shells To Shore; praised by The Infatuation.
Fontaine's Oyster House
Seafood restaurant · Atlanta
Virginia-Highland’s unfussy oyster bar has anchored neighborhood seafood cravings for decades. The Infatuation and local writers praise its casual vibe, patio, and dependable raw and grilled shellfish.
Six Feet Under Pub & Fish House - Grant Park
Seafood restaurant · Atlanta
A quintessential Atlanta fish house with rooftop views over Oakland Cemetery and a menu spanning fried platters to steamed shellfish. Covered by the AJC and Rough Draft; beloved for its all-day, neighborhood feel.
Alici Oyster Bar
Seafood restaurant · Atlanta
Coastal Italian seafood inspired by the Amalfi Coast, with an oyster program and house-made pastas. Frequently recommended by Eater editors and popular with diners near Piedmont Park.
Breaker Breaker
Restaurant · Atlanta
A BeltLine favorite channeling Gulf fish-camp energy: charbroiled oysters, fried platters, and frozen cocktails under a massive canopy. Noted by Bon Appétit and highlighted by Discover Atlanta’s BeltLine guide.
Octopus Bar
Restaurant · Atlanta
Atlanta’s cult late-night kitchen serves pristine oysters and seafood until the wee hours. Shouted out by local critics and the AJC for after-hours dining; a service-industry favorite.
Spondivits
Seafood restaurant · Elmwood
Since 1979, this Southside landmark has dished towering seafood buckets, chowders, and late-night plates until 4 a.m. Featured by Explore Georgia and cherished by airport workers, travelers, and locals alike.
