NJShore Guide

🦞 Seafood Restaurants

in Ocean City

Looking for seafood in Ocean City? The shore town has 3 spots serving fresh catches, raw bars, and ocean-inspired dishes. Spadafora's Seafood Market is a local favorite.

Price Range

3 moderate

Dining Tip

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

3 Seafood Restaurants in Ocean City

Spadafora's Seafood Market

$$

Located in Ocean City.

seafood

Island Grill

$$

"Fresh and high-quality seafood since 1990" at 3.8/5 BYOB. Crabcakes, fish tacos, marine-themed decor. Buy fresh seafood from the case to cook at your rental.

seafoodamerican

Must Try: Crabcakes

  • BYOB
  • seafood market
  • crabcakes
100 Atlantic Avenue

The Crab Trap

$$Reservations

"Best Seafood in Ocean City area" for 40+ years—technically Somers Point but essential for OC visitors wanting alcohol with dinner. Stuffed flounder with deviled crab stuffing. Outdoor Crabby Jack's deck with harbor views. FULL BAR.

seafoodamerican

Must Try: Stuffed flounder

  • full bar
  • waterfront
  • stuffed flounder
Somers Point (across bridge)

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Tips for Seafood Dining in Ocean City

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

BYOB advantage: Many Ocean 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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