NJShore Guide

🦞 Seafood Restaurants

in Atlantic City

Looking for seafood in Atlantic City? The shore town has 5 spots serving fresh catches, raw bars, and ocean-inspired dishes. Council Oak Steaks & Seafood is a local favorite.

Price Range

1 upscale, 3 mid-high, 1 moderate

Dining Tip

Fresh seafood is best mid-week when boats bring in their catches. Ask your server about the catch of the day.

5 Seafood Restaurants in Atlantic City

Council Oak Steaks & Seafood

$$$$Reservations

"One of the Shore's best raw bars" with 2,700+ bottle wine list and ocean views.

seafoodfine dining

Must Try: Raw bar platter

  • raw bar
  • extensive wine list
  • ocean views
  • upscale
Hard Rock Hotel

Dougherty's Steak Hse-Raw Bar

$$$Reservations

Steakhouse and raw bar on the boardwalk. Located in Atlantic City.

seafoodamerican
  • boardwalk
  • raw bar

Dock's Oyster House

$$$Reservations

Classic seafood house on Atlantic Avenue. Located in Atlantic City.

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Dock's Oyster House

$$$Reservations

"Atlantic City institution" serving seafood since 1897. 10+ oyster varieties nightly, half-priced happy hour oysters, live piano. 4+ stars. Request main dining room over annex.

seafoodfine dining

Must Try: Oysters at happy hour

  • historic
  • oysters
  • live piano
  • happy hour
2405 Atlantic Avenue

Deck Bayfront Bar & Restaurant

$$

Bayfront dining with outdoor deck. Located in Atlantic City.

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Tips for Seafood Dining in Atlantic City

Summer reservations: Book 1-2 weeks ahead for weekend dinners, especially July-August.

BYOB advantage: Many Atlantic City restaurants are BYOB—bring your own wine and save.

Off-peak savings: Early bird specials (5-6pm) often include price breaks.

Dress code: Most seafood spots are casual—flip flops usually fine.

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