Whether you are a native, a snowbird or in town on a family vacation, deciding which restaurants to visit for the freshest catch in Florida can be difficult.
From crab legs and oysters to lobster and shrimp, seafood lovers can find an array of delicacies at these restaurants.
The family recipes of the original owners of O'Steen's Restaurant are still used to this day. Wanda's Clam Dip is one of the many types of fresh fish and seafood that can be found at the Flagler Fish Company.
Trips to Discover named both eateries as one of the best seafood restaurants in Florida. Safe Harbor Seafood Market & Restaurant is located in Atlantic Beach, and Owen's Fish Camp is located in Florida.
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The dishes include Alaskan Salmon, Gulf Shrimp, and Stone Crab Claws. You can choose from sides of food while you enjoy the view.
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The restaurant is known for its "hook and cook" cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner.
It specializes in fresh, locally-sourced seafood, steamed and boiled shellfish, and is located in a laid-back waterfront dining room. There are also crustaceans available.
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Their famous corn fritters have been served since 1983.
The menu includes the best local shrimp and fish from Port Canaveral as well as the Dixie Spectacular, which comes with Maine lobster, rock shrimp, scallops, and crab legs. Do you not like seafood? Prime rib is also served.
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In a casual setting with ocean views, you can find locallysourced Southern-style seafood. The spot is located on the harbor and offers a panoramic view of the harbor. Live music is also available.
They also offer Southern favorites like lobster mac and cheese and smoked tuna dip.
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The local farmer's market is right next to the Flagler Fish Company, which is one of a kind in this beach town.
The eatery offers more than 20 types of fresh fish and seafood every day.
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There are many items on the menu at DJ's clam shack.
One of the best traditional seafood experiences in the country can be found at the counter where food is informally served.
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Fresh seafood and oysters can be found at Hunt's Oyster bar.
The place has been serving oysters for more than 50 years. Grouper sandwiches, grilled crab cakes, and Cajun baked oysters are some of the things it has to offer.
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Fresh-off-the-dock cuisine is popular at Walt's Fish Market. Order the seafood. Don't forget to sample their smoked mullet spread. I repeat. That's not true. Go ahead, skip.
It is a great spot after a day at the beach with outdoor seating and live music.
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The O'Steens menu has been on the menu for 57 years.
Long lines are a regular occurrence at the restaurant, which is popular with both locals and visitors. According to Trips to Discover, this seafood spot is known for its fried shrimp and Minorcan clam chowder.
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Owen's Fish Camp is an homage to old Florida living.
With boiled roadside peanuts as a side and even a tire swing out back, you will find Southern hospitality while selecting seafood menu items. The grouper is saying the same thing.
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The Up the Creek Raw Bar is located on theScipio Creek Channel. Oysters can be ordered in the open air decks overlooking the water.
They are not just your father's oyster bar. They can either be raw or steamed. If that's what you want to do, add a dash of habanero and shallot on a few.
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There is a small take-out and dine-in seafood restaurant called Stewby's SeafoodShanty.
Sam's gumbo and signature sandwiches are available on a sesame seed bun.
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The Pensacola Fish House is a great place to eat on the dock.
Fresh, daily seafood selections, house-smoked steaks, and sushi are included.
The world-famous Grits Ya Ya: A Southern specialty of smoked Gouda cheese grits smothered with a sauce of fresh cream, sauted Gulf shrimp, spinach, portobello mushrooms, applewood-smoked bacon, garlic, and shallots.
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Safe Harbor seafood market and restaurant is located in Mayport Village.
The website states "Come see the boats unload fresh caught seafood directly into our kitchen and then to your plate"
You can enjoy crab, scallops, or mahi-mahi and have it cooked to your liking.
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Some of the best grouper sandwiches on the West Coast can be found at Dry Dock Waterfront Grill.
It's really serious. The grouper can be obtained here. I like blackened things.
If you don't want to eat seafood, you can sit on the dockside patio at this casual restaurant and enjoy the view of the bay.
Natalie is a reporter for USA Today. She can be reached at nalund@usatoday.com and she can be followed on social media.
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