Best Seafood Restaurants in Washington, DC

6 hand-picked Seafood restaurants in Washington, DC — ratings, price ranges, addresses, and directions for each.

Our directory features 6 hand-picked Seafood restaurants across Washington, DC. You'll find them in neighborhoods like The Wharf, Georgetown, Navy Yard, Dupont Circle, Adams Morgan, from $$ spots to $$$$ dining rooms. The highest-rated Seafood pick in our directory right now is Rappahannock Oyster Bar in The Wharf, at 4.5 out of 5. Every listing below links to a full detail page with the address, phone number, price range, and directions, so you can compare options and pick the right spot for your night out. We keep this list curated rather than exhaustive — each restaurant here was added to the directory on its merits, and the ratings shown come from our listings data.

All Seafood restaurants across the DMV
Rappahannock Oyster Bar

Rappahannock Oyster Bar

DC

Virginia oyster farmers turned restaurateurs serve pristine bivalves at The Wharf. The waterfront location and Chesapeake Bay sourcing make it a standout.

Fiola Mare

Fiola Mare

DC

Elegant waterfront Italian seafood dining on the Georgetown waterfront. Chef Fabio Trabocchi delivers exquisite coastal Italian cuisine.

The Salt Line

The Salt Line

DC

New England-inspired seafood restaurant along the Anacostia River with a sprawling patio. Famous for its lobster rolls, raw bar, and waterfront views.

Hank's Oyster Bar

Hank's Oyster Bar

DC

Chef Jamie Leeds' neighborhood oyster bar serving fresh East Coast shellfish and seafood classics. A Dupont Circle staple with a cozy, welcoming vibe.

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No Goodbyes

DC

All-day gathering place on the first floor of The LINE DC in Adams Morgan, sourcing from Chesapeake Bay and Mid-Atlantic farmers and fishers for feel-good dishes morning, noon, and night.

Ivy City Smokehouse

Ivy City Smokehouse

DC

Ivy City seafood restaurant and market that smokes its own fish, with a tavern serving fresh local seafood.