The Best Seafood Restaurants in Orlando

Orlando, Florida has grown into the theme park capital of the world -- home to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, Sea World, and a myriad of other family-friendly attractions. World-class chefs have made this tourism hub a dining capital. Its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico make Orlando an ideal destination for seafood. The best seafood in Orlando serves flakey mahi-mahi, blackened redfish, and juicy jumbo shrimp. Diners won't have a tough time finding a spot to eat an ocean-inspired meal. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out? Welcome to the Tastemaker Lists. We've pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable's most expert, seasoned diners. Whether fish and chips or surf and turf, all of these restaurants promise stellar seafood dishes with standout service. Pick one for an unforgettable seafood dining experience.

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16 Restaurants

Updated February 26, 2020

Restaurants:	Ruth's Chris Steak House - Orlando, F&D Kitchen and Bar, The Capital Grille - Millenia, Orlando…
Price Range:	$$ - $$$$
Cuisines:	Steakhouse, American…
Neighborhoods:	I Drive / Sand Lake, Heathrow, Downtown Orlando…

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Orlando

$$$$

Steakhouse

I Drive / Sand Lake

4.4

2762 reviews

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse is an international chain known for stellar steaks and seafood. The same holds true for their Orlando location, where visitors can order from a menu of steaks, sides, and, of course, great fish dishes. The seafood selection at Ruth's Chris is surprisingly vast for a steak place. There are options like Chilean Sea Bass, crab cakes, BBQ shrimp, shrimp cocktail, lobster tails, and a whole lot more. Ruth's Chris has white table cloths and soft classical music playing in the background. So it's a place that might be better for a formal night out than a quick dinner with kids.

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F&D Kitchen and Bar

$$$$

American

Heathrow

4.8

1220 reviews

F&D stands for food and drink. The restaurant does both well, which is why it serves some of the best seafood in Orlando and the surrounding area. Officially located in Lake Mary, F&D's menu features a wide variety of food, but its seafood shines, and options include fresh Florida grouper, Scottish salmon, and seared sea scallops (among many, many other choices). Inside F&D Kitchen and Bar, the vibe is more bar than kitchen, so come for somewhere that feels casual to hang out and unwind.

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The Capital Grille - Millenia, Orlando

$$$$

Steakhouse

Downtown Orlando

4.7

2720 reviews

Another popular chain of steakhouse that also serves some of the best seafood in Orlando is the Capital Grille. While the restaurant is well known for their killer cuts of meat, their seafood is also stellar and options include dishes like lobster and crab cakes, jumbo lump crab cocktail, pan-fried calamari, sea scallops, and Fresh Maine Lobster. The Capital Grille is distinctly upscale inside, and the vibe is relatively formal. For diners choosing it for a special occasion, the restaurant also has a great wine list with glasses, bottles, and lots of bubbly. The Capital Grille in Orlando is located in the Mall at Millennia.

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Christner's Prime Steak and Lobster

$$$$

Steak

Winter Park

4.7

3966 reviews

The name says it all. Christner's Prime Steak and Lobster is the best place to go in Orlando if lobster is your seafood of choice. Christner's has been in business for more than 25 years, serving up cold water lobster tails, lobster bisque, lobster mac and cheese, and more daily. Christner's has a menu of steaks and chops, too, in case anyone in a party doesn't want to eat seafood. The restaurant is in Eatonville, in the northern part of town.

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Johnnie's Hideaway

$$$$

Steakhouse

Lake Buena Vista

4.3

2773 reviews

Want a seafood meal set in a formal setting? There may be no better spot in Orlando than Johnnie's Hideaway. The restaurant touts itself as a great spot for business meals, special occasions, and dining with friends. No matter what one is celebrating, Johnnie's Hideaway is a good spot for a meal because their seafood is consistently fresh and well-prepared. Diners can order dishes like crab cakes, crispy calamari, king crab legs, stone crab claws, and more. One thing that makes Johnnie's Hideaway famous is that it has real local specialties, like crispy wild gator. So head here for an authentic taste of central Florida.

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KRES CHOPHOUSE

$$$$

Steak

Downtown Orlando

4.8

3930 reviews

Another great steakhouse in the area that serves some of the best seafood in Orlando is Kres Chophouse. This steakhouse, like most, has a wide variety of meats and fishes to choose from, but what sets them apart is that they serve their dishes with a Mediterranean twist. For example, seafood options available include grouper with green olives and red peppers and yellowfin tuna with a tricolor orzo. Kres Chophouse is a good option for parties with vegan diners because they have a completely vegan menu. Kres is in a stunning historic building in South Eola, so enjoy impressive architecture and decor while dining.

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Spencer's for Steaks and Chops

$$$$

Unspecified

I Drive / Sand Lake

4.6

690 reviews

In the popular Hilton Orlando is Spencer's For Steaks and Chops. This meat-focused restaurant is also seafood-focused, serving up some of the best coastal fare in town. Want shellfish? Visitors can choose from options like crab and lobster cakes or cold water lobster tail. Feeling more like a piece of fish? The menu has Atlantic Swordfish or a whole roasted branzino. Spencer's also has an extensive wine list, so choose a glass or bottle to pair with a meal.

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A Land Remembered at Rosen Shingle Creek

$$$$

Steakhouse

I Drive / Sand Lake

4.7

1290 reviews

Another excellent seafood restaurant in a hotel is A Land Remembered in Rosen Shingle Creek. A Land Remembered is upscale, and its decor matches its setting: in a golf clubhouse. Picture dark wood walls, cozy booths, and a preppy vibe. This upscale eatery has a wide variety of seafood options to order, including pan-seared sea bass, tranche of salmon, and a seafood sampler platter. Diners at a Land Remembered say to skip dessert after a meal. It's presented artfully and is as fun to look at as it is to eat. Some of the best of the house include chocolate mousse cake with fresh fruit and key lime brulee bar with a pistachio meringue.

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blu on the Avenue

$$$$

Seafood

Winter Park

4.2

1012 reviews

Blu on the Avenue is technically located in Winter Park. However, it has some of the best seafood in Orlando and the surrounding areas. Blue on the Avenue is a fusion restaurant that has traditional fish dishes, as well as a sushi menu. Diners can enjoy options like salmon chips, curried clams, or mussels, alongside their sushi rolls like the Angry Dragon (Tempura shrimp, cream cheese, cucumber. Topped with spicy tuna, sesame seeds, spicy mayo, eel sauce) or Super Shrimp (Tempura shrimp, avocado, cucumber. Topped with shrimp, avocado, eel sauce, spicy mayo). Blu on the Avenue is casual inside with a large bar, so it's a good place to go for a casual meal to unwind.

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Vito's Chop House-Orlando, FL

$$$$

Steakhouse

I Drive / Sand Lake

4.7

2615 reviews

When they're looking for seafood, most diners probably don't go to a steakhouse or an Italian restaurant. However, Vito's Chop House, an Italian Steakhouse, has some of the best seafood in Orlando. Vito's has a great selection of pasta and steak. But their seafood options don't disappoint, including the lobster cioppino or the shrimp and scallop scampi. Inside, Despite its white table atmosphere, Vito's serves food family style and encourages parents to bring kids, so consider it for a festive night out for the entire family.

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Four Flamingos - A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen

$$$$

American

Lake Buena Vista

4.4

964 reviews

Hemingway is well known for writing the Old Man and the Sea and spending lots of time in Cuba. So it's fitting that Hemingway's restaurant has some of the best seafood in Orlando. The restaurant is in the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, one of the city's most popular hotels. The menu features some of Hemingway's favorite dishes, including oysters, crab cakes, and stuffed mushroom. Other seafood options include coconut shrimp, clam chowder, and a tuna avocado stack. For people who want a cocktail post-dinner, head to the attached bar, Hurricanes.

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Bull & Bear Steakhouse

$$$$

Unspecified

Lake Buena Vista

4.8

2851 reviews

They may need to add a sea creature to the restaurant name of Bull & Bear. That's because this stellar restaurant shines for its seafood dishes, like the pan-seared black cod and the maple and bourbon smoked Faroe Island salmon. The setting at Bull & Bear is stunning, in the historic hotel building. There's a dress code here, which the restaurant explains by saying, "Guests of Bull & Bear are considered one with the unique design and style of this famed restaurant; and therefore should wear attire that is worthy of the sophisticated aesthetic. Please no shorts, hats, flip flops, or athletic clothing." So prepare to spend some time primping before the meal.

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Seito Sushi - Baldwin Park

$$$$

Asian

Winter Park

4.8

511 reviews

Any diner whose favorite way to eat seafood is raw should dine at Seito Sushi. Located in downtown, Seito has an outstanding selection of rolls, nigiri, and sashimi, as well as fish dishes prepared in a Japanese style. There are other Asian options on the menu besides sushi, so diners who prepare cooked fish will be happy. Seito has a trendy, enlivening atmosphere where diners can watch chefs prepare the food and the sushi, so head here for an entertaining and energizing meal.

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310 Park South

$$$$

American

Winter Park

4.0

743 reviews

310 Park South Orlando features New American cuisine. Part of this cuisine is fish: diners rave about the seafood options here. The menu has a good selection of dishes from the sea, like calamari, tuna poke, linguini with clams, and a salmon burger. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily and brunch on Sunday. Choose it for a casual, family-friendly dining spot.

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Morton's The Steakhouse - Orlando

$$$$

Steakhouse

I Drive / Sand Lake

4.5

2492 reviews

Morton's is an upscale steakhouse restaurant that has chandeliers, white table cloths, and an impeccably-trained staff. They also have a standout selection of seafood dishes that will impress even the pickiest of diners. Order options like broiled salmon, lobster bisque, tuna tacos, or crab cake BLTs. Diners who want a drink will be happy with the cocktail list. They can order a house cocktail mixed by an experienced bartender, choose from the extensive wine list, or browse the selection of top shelf liquor.

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The Palm Orlando

$$$$

Steakhouse

I Drive / Sand Lake

4.6

3754 reviews

For a restaurant that serves a good mix of meat, vegetables, and seafood, head to the Palm Orlando. This international chain of upscale steakhouses is also celebrated for some of the best seafood in Orlando. Want lobster? The Palm has it. They also have shrimp cocktail, ahi tuna, Chilean sea bass, crab cakes, and a lot more. The Palm is in a convenient location for travelers visiting Universal Orlando. It is inside the Hard Rock Hotel. Despite its location in the Hard Rock hotel, the Palm is more classical music than hard rock. So think of it for a fancy night out rather than a meal in muscle tees or cutoffs.

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