Famous for the Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium, Nashville aka the ‘Music City’ certainly lives up to its name. The lower Broadway turns into a honky-tonk central with its blazing nightlife, with sounds from the numerous watering joints such as the Tootsies Orchid Lounge. But that is not all that Nashville has to offer. There are a lot of activities for families such as a visit to the Adventure Science Center and the Nashville Zoo at Grasmere. For accommodations, apart from the famous hotels, travelers have a wide range of accommodations including economical stays such as affordable Airbnb vacation rentals. Food is a great deal out here with many award-winning culinary white coats residing here investing not only in the traditional meat-and-three joints but venturing into other nourishment. To give you an idea of its culinary delights, check out the following top seafood restaurants in Nashville, Tennessee.
1. Crab Fever Nashville
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Promising to leave you craving for more, Crab Fever Nashville embodies a quirky maritime-themed crab house that has swiftly become a Nashville household name since its 2015 inception. Dive into the oceanic vibes with its mouthwatering North American menu featuring crowd favorites such as tender New England lobster rolls, cajun seafood boil, and crisp fish and chips.
Apart from its scratch recipes, foodies also get to sip on crafty cocktails artfully curated to complement the seafood delights. Whether dining in or opting for takeout and delivery, Crab Fever is a seafood extravaganza that tantalizes taste buds.
Crab Fever Nashville
Address: 1907 West End Ave, Nashville, Tennessee 37203
Website: Crab Fever Nashville
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 4pm - 9:30pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 10pm: Sun: 11am - 9:30pm
2. Seafood Sensation
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Posted by Seafood Sensation on Saturday, February 18, 2023
At the heart of Nashville lies Seafood Sensation, a lively seafood restaurant that delights taste buds with a medley of fried, grilled, and steamed classics such as shrimp, salmon, tilapia, mussels, and more. Don’t miss its show-stopping Alaskan crab legs and lobster tails platter, bursting with flavorful and perfectly seasoned meat. With the finest ingredients and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s a culinary delight for all.
Visiting families will be delighted by the kid-friendly choices as well. Beyond dining and takeout, this restaurant also provides catering services to infuse the irresistible taste of the ocean to private gatherings.
Seafood Sensation
Address: 2719 Jefferson Street, Nashville, TN 37208
Website: Seafood Sensation
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 11am - 9am; Fri: 11am - 10pm; Sat: 12pm - 10pm (closed on Sun)
3. Fin and Pearl
Enjoy An unforgettable dining experience at the Fin & Pearl which offers delicious Southern-accented seafood and a vast wine & cocktail list in a seaside-inspired scenery. From the ‘blue point oysters’ that is outstanding, to the delicious oyster Scampi style, to the amazing house-made Black Fettuccine, the meals here are a real culinary experience and the servers are knowledgeable, helping you make the right decisions. While here you might be advised to eat at the bar to avoid waiting for a regular table since there is a lot of people but who doesn’t love a place with a good plate of oyster?
Fin and Pearl
Address: 211 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Opening hours: Mon - Thurs: 11 am - 9 pm, Fri: 11 am - 11 pm, Sat: 10:30 am - 11 pm, Sun: 10:30 am - 9 pm
Average price for two: USD 31 - 60
Website: Fin and Pearl
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4. Urban Grub
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Posted by Urban Grub on Thursday, 17 January 2019
Rustic elegance, stone fireplaces, comfort food, southern cuisine of fresh seafood Visit the Urban Grub and you are home. Top on their menu is the Shrimp & Grits which will be served with tomato, tasso cream, caramelized onion, smoked gouda and chipotle, for that balanced creamy spice. This casual dining spot located in a renovated carwash in Nashville’s south district offers you both an indoor and outdoor seating with its beer garden and in case you have a large party there is a covered gazebo.
Urban Grub
Address: 2506 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Opening hours: Tues - Thurs: 4 pm – 12 am, Fri: 4 pm – 12 am , Sat: 11 am –1 am, Sun 11 am – 12 am.
Average price for two: USD 11 - 30
Adress: Urban Grub
5. Joe's Crab Shack
Offering a variety of favorites from all parts of the seas and shores Joe’s crab shack is a beach-themed seafood restaurant based in Tennessee. From its extensive list of seasonal seafood, numerous fish dishes, and fried shrimp platters this restaurant brings the shore to you quite literally. Not only is their wordplay when naming their menu interesting the food here is so-fish-ticated and not only will you leave this place satisfied you will be coming back for more
Joe's Crab Shack
Address: 123 2nd Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201, USA
Opening hours: Sun - Sat: 11 am –11 pm
Average price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Joe’s Crab Shack
6. Batter'd & Fried
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If you are looking to have fried seafood that is perfectly seasoned, freshly prepared sushi, oysters on the half shell, and tasty cocktails then Batter’d & Fried is the place to be. This Tennessee restaurant boasts of a menu that is diverse enough to satisfy all needs, preferences, and tastes with their New England style seafood and their sports-themed decorations. Whatever your needs are ‘date night’ with that special someone or a meal with the whole family, Batter’d & Fried gives you varieties for both adults and kids. So give them a call and enjoy a hand-crafted meal made with the best ingredients by their masterful chefs.
Batter'd & Fried
Address: 1008-A Woodland St Nashville, TN 37206
Average price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Opening hours: Mon - Thur: 11 am – 9:30 pm, Fri – Sat : 11 am - 10 pm, Sun: 11 am – 9:30 pm
Website: Batter’d & Fried
7. Ed's Fish & Pizza House
Ed’s Fish & Pizza House offers the best seafood in Nashville in terms of whiting and catfish sandwiches. Visit them for a uniquely southern and enjoyable one-of-a-kind sandwich, fish plate, or basket. Our favorite is the soul food worth catfish that is not only fresh and delicious they have generous portions so satisfaction is guaranteed.
A visit here will also get you richly rewarded with impeccable French fries and uniquely scrumptious spaghetti and you will also enjoy being soaked in the old-school atmosphere of this charming, neighborhood restaurant.
Ed’s Fish & Pizza House
Address: 1801 Dr DB Todd Jr Blvd, Nashville, TN 37208, USA
Opening hours: Mon - Thurs: 10:30 am – 6 pm, Fri: 10:30 am – 9:30 pm
Average price for two: Under 10 USD
Website: Ed’s Fish & Pizza House
8. Henrietta Red
Nestled in Germantown, Henrietta Red is an upscale seafood restaurant in Nashville that offers New American specials such as rare oysters and shareable plates of seasonal vegetables and fish. It boasts a bar area with open seating and a convivial barroom that offers a variety of natural wines, beer, and craft cocktails.
While the food here gets five stars from all the guest, the customer service by the staff, the spacious dining room with natural stones, and whitewashed brick, and the clean open kitchen takes this place to the next level. It is definitely worth a try.
Henrietta Red
Address: 1200 4th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208, USA
Opening hours: Tues - Thurs: 5 pm – 12 am, Fri: 10 am – 2 pm, 5 pm – 1 am, Sat: 10 am – 2 pm 5 pm – 1 am, Sun 5 pm – 10 pm
Average price for two: 31 - 60 USD
Website: Henrietta Red
9. Sea Salt Nashville
Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account
Foodies looking to have a richly satisfying and unforgettable meal always find themselves at the Sea salt Nashville. While Sea Salt Nashville is casual restaurant guests love this cool space that is cleverly decorated, and their seasonal, French-inspired shareable plates. Choose the grilled fish and you will have a finger-licking experience.
Sea Salt Nashville
Address: 209 3rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201, USA
Opening hours: Mon - Thurs: 4 pm – 10 pm, Fri: 10 am – 2 pm, 4 pm – 11 pm , Sat: 10 am – 2 pm, 5 pm – 11 pm, Sun 5 pm – 9 pm
Average price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Sea Salt Nashville
10. Bob's Steak & Chop House
Located across the Music City Center and next to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is the amazing Bob’s Steak & Chop House. Although it is famous for their ginormous carrot that comes with every entry the seafood here is prepared exceptionally good and will leave you asking for more and coming back which is exactly what every restaurant wants to turn every first-time guest into a regular diner. As usual, we recommend the shrimp cocktail and that plus the reasonable prices trust me will get you coming back.
Bob's Steak & Chop House
Address: 250 5th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Opening hours: Mon - Thurs: 5 pm – 10 pm, Fri - Sat: 5 pm – 11 pm
Average price for two: Above 61 USD
Website: Bob’s Steak & Chop House
11. Aquarium Restaurant
This gives you an underwater dining adventure, here you get to dive into food and have fun while watching sea creatures. This seafood restaurant in Opry Mills Mall offers you deliciously fresh seafood and decadent desserts in an underwater setting where you are seated around a 200,000-gallon (757082.00 liters) aquarium tank with fish species from all over the globe.
Guests walk around between bites and take pleasure in observing, filming, and taking pictures of the impressive colorful, multi-sized fish and one feels like they have gone under the sea to dine. Make the aquarium part of your next trip and enjoy this visual aquatic interior with a relaxing ambiance.
Aquarium Restaurant
Address: 516 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN 37214, USA
Opening hours: Mon - Thurs: 11 am – 9 pm, Fri - Sat: 11 am – 9:30 pm , Sun 11 am – 7 pm
Average price for two: 11 - 30 USD
Website: Aquarium Restaurant
12. Marsh House
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Posted by Marsh House on Sunday, 12 March 2017
Enjoy your seafood fix at the elevated, seafood-centric Southern restaurant, in a chic setting at the Marsh house. Talking about a thing or two on the menu while be an injustice to the numerous amazing dishes that this southern seafood restaurant has offered, from finger-licking shrimps and grits to start your day, to polished fish entrees, seasonal craft cocktails, to the homemade gravy and their pastries there is just so much to die for.
Marsh House
Address: 401 11th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203, USA
Opening hours: Mon – Fri : 7 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm, Sat – Sun : 8 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 10 pm
Average price for two: 31 - 60 USD
Website: Marsh House
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