3 Best Seafood Restaurants in Hartford, CT

Expert-recommended Top 3 Seafood Restaurants in Hartford, Connecticut. All of our seafood restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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MAX'S OYSTER BAR

964 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford,
Hartford, CT 06107 Directions

Since 1999

Specialty:

Oysters Rockefeller Grilled Asparagus Lobster Mac Cheese Truffle French Fries New England Clam Chowder Caesar Salad Max's Chopped Salad Aby Kale and Brussel Sprouts Salad Baby Greens Salad Point Judith Calamari Ahi Tuna Tartare Vadouvan Braised Mussels Colossal Lump Crabcake Clams Casino Broccoli Rabe Cacio Pepe Sweet Potato Fries

Max's Oyster Bar offers raw bar specialties and a lively, sophisticated atmosphere. Award-winning designer Peter Niemetz created an atmosphere that is reminiscent of a big city oyster bar. They provide a kid's menu that includes grilled chicken, North Atlantic salmon, cheeseburgers, chicken fingers, and cheese quesadillas. Their raw bar serves a variety of bi-coastal oysters and shellfish. The restaurant provides a private dining room for functions for lunch or dinner from Monday through Friday and for dinner only on Sundays. They also offer a four-course meal designed for dinner functions and a three-course meal for lunch functions.

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Best New Restaurant by Connecticut Magazine in 1999

Price:

RAW BAR
Littleneck Clams $3.00
Cherrystone Clams $3.00
Colossal White Shrimp $5.00
Daily Crudo Selection $15.00
Oyster Sampler $29.00
Shellfish Sampler $42.00
APPETIZERS
Point Judith Calamari $16.00
Ahi Tuna Tartare $19.00
Braised Mussels $17.00
Tuscan Salad $15.00
Crispy Oyster Wedge $20.00
NEW ENGLAND SEAFOOD BASKET
Fish N' Chips $27
Fried Pacific Oysters $27
Fried Tempura Shrimp $28
Fisherman's Platter $29

Contact:

(860) 236-6299

Mon-Thu,Sun: 11:30am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30am - 10pm

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3+ YEARS IN TBR
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THE HUNGRY CRAB

1144 New Britain Avenue,
Hartford, CT 06110 Directions

Since 2018

Specialty:

Cocktail Shrimp Catfish Sliders Chicken Burger Slider Crabmeat Roll Fried Calamari Tartar Lemon Pepper Wing Cajun Wings Buffalo Wings Edamame Fried Scallop Fried Clam Strips Coleslaw Caesar Salad B.B.Q. Wings Chicken Tender Hush Puppies Crabmeat Salad Clam Chowder Seafood Gumbo White Rice Raw Oyster

The Hungry Crab offers outstanding food and provides an enjoyable atmosphere, encouraging customers to return for more of their dishes. The restaurant's exotic sauces and flavors intermingle on guests' plates. The hot, tangy aromas waft up to meet the guests' noses, creating an exciting taste journey that customers can only experience at their restaurant. Their experienced chef uses fresh and imported ingredients to make their dishes fresh and delicious. Their attentive and friendly staff provide great service to their guests. They also serve vegetarian options. The Hungry Crab offers online orders for their customers.

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Price:

FRIED BASKET
Crab Cake Basket $13.99
Crab Cake Basket $20.99
Soft Shell Crab Basket $13.99
Fried Shrimp Basket $12.99
Chicken Tender Basket $9.99
Fried Oyster Basket $12.99
Scallop Basket $17.99
Fried Fish $12.99
Fried Clam Strips Basket $12.99
SIDES
Egg $1.00
Seafood Rice $7.99
Corn on the Cob $1.99
Potatoes $1.99
Sausage $6.99
Potato Fries $4.99
Garlic Butter Fries $5.99
Cajun Fries $5.99
Sweet Potato Fries $5.99
Steamed Rice $1.99
Pasta $4.99
Seafood Pasta $7.99
Garlic Bread $4.99
Mixed Vegetable $4.99

Contact:

(860) 937-5738 (860) 937-5739

Mon-Thu,Sun: 12pm - 10pm
Fri-Sat: 12pm - 11pm

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HOOK & REEL CAJUN SEAFOOD & BAR HARTFORD

71 William Shorty Campbell Street,
Hartford, CT 06106 Directions

Since 2022

Specialty:

Gyoza Clam Chowder Lobster Bisque Spring Roll Wings Breaded or Plain BBQ Cajun Buffalo Lemon Pepper Flavor Lemon Pepper HR Special Caesar Salad Shrimp Salad Crabmeat Salad Chicken Tender Salad Fried Rice Original Cajun Garlic Butter Seasoned Garlic Butter

Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar Hartford offers fresh seafood boils, beer, and happy hour specials. They provide signature dishes packed with bold flavors and a genuine, down-home feel. The restaurant offers dishes packed with fresh, flavorful seafood piled high on a crispy, golden baguette. They set out to share the saucy spirit of the boil with folks and customers testing their recipes inspired by fiery Cajun home cooking. They also provide the perfect complement to any seafood boil, offering comforting, classic flavors and serving cold drinks with a side of humor. Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar Hartford provides online orders through their website.

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Price:

APPETIZER Wings $9.20
Fried Calamari $13.80
Mozzarella Sticks $8.05
Coconut Shrimp $12.65
SEAFOOD BOILS
Small Catch $12.00
Large Catch $23.00
Mini Boil $7.00+
COMBO BOILS
The Cajun Boil $23.00
The Perfect Storm $40.00
The Reel's Catch $55.00
Hook, Line and Sinker $43.00
PO'BOY
Chicken Po'Boy $14.00
Shrimp Po'Boy $13.00
Catfish Po'Boy $13.00
Oyster Po'Boy $13.00
Flounder Po'Boy $13.00
Crabmeat Roll $13.00
Lobster Roll $26.00
BASKET
Oyster Basket $13.00
Chicken Tender Basket $10.00
Catfish Basket $13.00
Wings Basket $14.00
Flounder Basket $13.00
Shrimp Basket $14.00
Lobster Tail Basket $19.00

Contact:

(860) 904-7181

Mon-Thu,Sun: 12pm - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 11pm

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