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Best Seafood Restaurants in Grand Rapids

11 seafood restaurants in Grand Rapids

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Wing Kingz

The 25-piece lemon pepper dry rub wings are what people drive to Diamond Ave for, and the fish (perch fingers, whole fried) draws regulars who swear it never tastes fishy. Kool-Aid is on the drink menu, which is either nostalgic or exactly right depending on who you ask. Pickup orders run prompt and the owner sends you off right.

Leo's Seafood Restaurant & Bar

★ 4.7(2,291)· $$$

The seafood tower and the pear martini are regulars at Leo's, a downtown fine-dining room where the Surf and Turf draws comparisons to Ruth's Chris and The Chophouse. Reviewers single out the Grilled Cajun Chicken Tortellini and the Lobster Bisque as standouts alongside the steak. A group of seven reported easy conversation at the table, with ambient lighting and a room that doesn't echo.

Cousins Tasty Chicken

★ 4.6(1,993)· $

Cousins Tasty Chicken has been running on Leonard St for 42 years, and the house-battered fried chicken and catfish still draw a crowd. A 12-piece chicken dinner comes with mashed potatoes loaded with gravy, coleslaw, and rolls. Hush puppies and homemade tartar sauce are worth adding to the order.

The Grand Rapids Fishery

★ 4.5(743)· $

The fried fish at this Wyoming counter-service spot has earned serious loyalty, with multiple reviewers calling it the best they've had across multiple states. Fish is weighed to order, which reviewers appreciate. Hours are limited and inconsistent, so call ahead before making the drive.

Real Seafood Company Grand Rapids

★ 4.5(598)· $$

The caramel apple bread pudding and a smoked old fashioned make a strong case for a special-occasion dinner here. Multiple reviewers came for anniversaries and date nights, and the prix fixe during Restaurant Week drew praise for standouts like the spicy salmon bites and Seoul flounder. Pasta dishes run large enough to share, and prices lean upscale.

Mr. & Mrs. Crab Juicy Seafood & Bar - Grandville

★ 4.3(67)

The food comes in a bag, seasoned and dripping, with plastic gloves and an apron included. A pound of shrimp runs cheaper than most fast food combos, and the $2 draft beer undercuts nearly everything in the area. Service can be inattentive at peak hours, but the hands-on, messy format is the whole point.

Carolina Lowcountry Kitchen

★ 4.4(1,264)· $$

The hush puppies come out complimentary with a Dijon sauce, and that's a good sign of what's ahead. The buttermilk fried chicken, shrimp-scallop-crab pasta, and fresh oysters all show up repeatedly across reviews, and a Monday night jazz trio packs the room. Wood trim, brick walls, and booths round out the room without tipping into stuffy territory.

Fat Man's Fish Fry

★ 4.3(1,261)· $$

Ocean perch and gizzards are the long-running draws at this Division Avenue fish fry, a spot regulars have been coming back to for over 50 years. The menu runs wide, walleye and cod among the headliners, and prices stay reasonable. Recent reviews are split on consistency, so your mileage may vary depending on the day.

Great White Fish Chicken

★ 4.2(665)· $$

Perch, whiting, and shrimp are the draws at this Kalamazoo Ave fish-and-chicken spot, with regulars treating it as a ritual stop on every visit to Grand Rapids. The gizzards have a loyal following, though reviews are split on execution. Hush puppies get consistent praise: crispy outside, soft and hot inside.

New York Fried Chicken

★ 3.8(139)· $$

New York Fried Chicken on 44th St SE is a neighborhood spot where the fried chicken and shrimp are the main draws, along with Mac N Cheese bites that get called out by name. Quality can swing depending on the hour, with multiple reviewers noting that late-night orders have come out overcooked with burnt crust. Delivery is available but has drawn mixed results.

Playas Nayaritas

★ 3.7(342)· $$

The camarones aguachiles have a loyal following here, and the carne asada gets called out for being tender and not dry. Playas Nayaritas leans hard into the Latin seafood angle, with entrees plated alongside lettuce, cucumbers, and oranges. Service is inconsistent enough that multiple reviewers flagged it across separate visits.

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11 Seafood restaurants in Grand Rapids appear in this guide. Average diner rating across listed Seafood spots is 4.3 out of 5.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best Seafood restaurants in Grand Rapids?

Our top editorial picks for Seafood in Grand Rapids are Wing Kingz, Leo's Seafood Restaurant & Bar, and Cousins Tasty Chicken. Rankings consider review quality, popularity, and recent diner activity.

How many Seafood restaurants does this guide cover in Grand Rapids?

11 Seafood restaurants in Grand Rapids are listed in The Grand Rapids Restaurant Guide.

Are most Seafood restaurants in Grand Rapids casual or upscale?

Of the listed Seafood restaurants, 2 are budget-friendly, 7 are mid-priced, and 1 are upscale.