Quick Summary: With its close proximity to the Gulf Coast, Houston is in the perfect place for high-quality seafood. Visitors can find popular chain restaurants as well as unique local places with a unique selection of menus. In addition to traditional Gulf flavors, the city’s proximity to Mexico means that many of the restaurants feature Mexican and Tex-Mex flavors in their offerings. Here are the best seafood restaurants in Houston.


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1. Brennan’s of Houston ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Brennan’s of Houston | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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2. Christie’s Seafood & Steaks ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Christie’s Seafood & Steaks | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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3. Connie’s Seafood Market & Restaurant

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Connie’s Seafood Market & Restaurant | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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4. Eddie V’s Prime Seafood

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Eddie V’s Prime Seafood | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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5. Goode Co. Seafood

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Goode Co. Seafood | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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6. Masraff’s

Masraff’s | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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7. Bayou City Seafood & Pasta

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Bayou City Seafood & Pasta | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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8. Bluewater Seafood Champions

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Bluewater Seafood Champions | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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9. Caracol Coastal Mexican

Caracol Coastal Mexican | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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10. Fountain View Fish Market

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Fountain View Fish Market | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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11. Joyce’s Seafood & Steaks

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Joyce’s Seafood & Steaks | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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12. Mambo Seafood

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Mambo Seafood | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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13. Pappas Seafood House

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Pappas Seafood House | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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14. Red Fish Seafood Grill

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Red Fish Seafood Grill | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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15. Willie G’s Seafood & Steaks

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Willie G’s Seafood & Steaks | Seafood Restaurants in Houston, Texas
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