10 Seafood Restaurants In Brooklyn, New York City

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A popular neighborhood in New York City, Brooklyn is well-known for its amusement park Luna Park, boardwalk, beach and the infamous Coney Island, which is home to amazing beaches and a popular vacation spot. Some of the best and popular sites to tour and visit include the Prospect Park, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and Dumbo’s St. Anna’s Warehouse and outstanding waterfront views. Other than touring, there are a number of amazing restaurants serving all sorts of exquisite cuisines you have to try out. Come and take a look at these 10 best seafood restaurants in Brooklyn, New York City to try on your visit.

1. Nick's Lobster House

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account


Reserve your table at Nick’s Lobster House and enjoy outstanding service in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. This seafood restaurant is dedicated to preparing and serving the best cuisines using only the freshest lobsters and seafood. Gather up your friends and family and reserve a table to enjoy the delicacies hidden in the sea.

Nick's Lobster House

Address: 2777 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11234, USA

Website: Nick’s Lobster House

Opening hours: Sun - Thur: 12pm - 10pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 11pm

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2. Shaking Crab (Brooklyn)


Welcome to Shaking Crab seafood restaurant located in Brooklyn. With a perfect homey vibe, this amazing restaurant is well-known for its amazing cuisine prepared from freshly sourced crabs, lobsters, and ingredients stirred with seasonal spices, then paired with amazing southern sweet tea to give it a unique and delightful taste.

Shaking Crab (Brooklyn)

Address: 230 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215, USA

Website: Shaking Crab (Brooklyn)

Opening hours: Sun: 12pm – 10pm; Mon - Thur: 5pm – 11pm; Fri: 5pm – 12am; Sat: 12pm – 12am

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3. Brooklyn Crab

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Overlooking the New York Harbor is Brooklyn Crab, a seafood restaurant famed for its dedication to preparing the freshest and most delicious dishes in town. With ingredients sourced all the way from the Atlantic Coast to the Gulf of Mexico, Brooklyn Crab prepares and offers a range of seafood delicacies that will always be a delight to all.

Brooklyn Crab

Address: 24 Reed St, Brooklyn, NY 11231, USA

Website: Brooklyn Crab

Opening hours: 11:30am – 10pm (daily)

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4. Red Hook Lobster Pound


Renowned for its amazing seafood sourced fresh from the Maine coast, the Red Hook Lobster Pound takes pride in serving the best dishes in the city. With a welcoming vibe, excellent service, and amazing atmosphere, this restaurant has the makings for the perfect dining spot for a family lunch or dinner. After forging years of friendships with the fishermen at the port, the restaurant receives the freshest and highest quality ingredients to prepare the perfect dish.

Red Hook Lobster Pound

Address: 284 Van Brunt St, Brooklyn, NY 11231, USA

Website: Red Hook Lobster Pound

Opening hours: Sun: 11am – 9pm; Mon - Thur: 11:30am – 9pm; Fri: 11:30am –10pm; Sat: 11am – 10pm

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5. Mothers Seafood & More

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Whether you dine in or order takeout, Mother’s Seafood and More offers the best seafood in the area. Conveniently located on Church Avenue in Brooklyn, this restaurant is committed to preparing exquisite seafood using freshly caught and sourced ingredients. Its chilled homey vibes molds the restaurant into the perfect relaxed atmosphere for a fantastic seafood experience.

Mothers Seafood & More

Address: 3814 Church Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203, USA

Website: Mothers Seafood & More

Opening hours: Sun: 12pm – 9pm; Mon - Thur: 11am – 11pm; Fri - Sat: 11am – 12am

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6. The Crabby Shack

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The Crabby Shack, a pit stop for all things crab, welcomes you to come and dig into delicious lobster rolls, amazing crab legs, and the sumptuous Clobster. With the signature Crabby Shack Beer Sauce and a plate of daily steamed crabs, a meal at the Crabby Shack will always be a delightful experience. Reserve a table or order online, whichever way you choose, your meal will always leave you licking your lips.

The Crabby Shack

Address: 613 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238, USA

Website: The Crabby Shack

Opening hours: Sun: 1pm – 9pm; Mon, Wed - Thur: 3pm - 10pm; Fri: 3pm - 11pm; Sat: 1pm - 11pm

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7. Lobster Joint

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While working with local purveyors to obtain the freshest seafood and lobsters, Lobster Joint is the perfect seafood joint for a fantastic seafood experience. With a plush setup, comfy seats, and a warm, inviting vibe, it creates the perfect dining atmosphere. With the perfectly crafted menu accommodating even the kids’ menu, Lobster Joint is the restaurant to order out or reserve a table for an outstanding dining experience.

Lobster Joint

Address: 1073 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USA

Website: Lobster Joint

Opening hours: Sat - Sun: 11am – 12am; Mon - Fri: 12pm – 12am

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8. Black Nile


Come and have a taste of traditional seafood and soul food. With fresh herbs and house special Black Nile seasoning, each dish is guaranteed to be full of flavor. The owner and chef takes pride in preparing exquisite seafood dishes starting from scratch inserting his talent and expertise with the main objective of preparing the best cuisine in the area.

Black Nile

Address: 592 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216, USA

Website: Black Nile

Opening hours: Sun: 11:30am – 8 pm; Tue - Thur: 11:30am – 10pm; Fri: 1:30am – 11pm; Sat: 11:30am – 11pm (closed on Mon)

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9. Luke's Lobster Brooklyn Bridge Park


Dedicated to serving fresh and sustainable seafood, Luke’s Lobster Brooklyn Bridge Park is a seafood restaurant that works directly with fishermen to get first priority to fresh lobsters, crabs, and seafood. Committed to upholding the highest standards and at the same time preparing the finest and outstanding dishes, this restaurant is a must-go spot with family or friends.

Luke's Lobster Brooklyn Bridge Park

Address: 11 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA

Website: Luke’s Lobster Brooklyn Bridge Park

Opening hours: Sun -Thur: 11am - 8pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 9pm

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10. Crab Spot


Reserve a table at Crab Spot and get to enjoy scrumptious seafood prepared with seafood fresh from the market caught on the same day. It has a stylish and cozy dining atmosphere, perfect for a family eat lunch or dinner. The perfectly tailored drink menu at the fully stocked bar will always be a delight to all and it is advisable to dress casual because sooner or later you will not be able to resist the urge to try out the mouthwatering crab pots.

Crab Spot

Address: 833 Union St, Brooklyn, NY 11217, USA

Website: Crab Spot

Opening hours: Sun - Thur: 2pm – 10pm; Fri - Sat: 2pm – 11pm

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It is amazing how good food can be found in the most amazing places if you are yet to sample some seafood, this list of amazing seafood restaurants would be the perfect place to start your search for the perfect restaurant.

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