6 Can’t Miss Seafood Spots in Oakland, CA

Oakland, California, is a beautiful city on the water in the eastern area of San Francisco Bay. If you’re craving seafood while you’re here, there’s no shortage of restaurant options, especially being so close to the water. There’s something for whatever you’re in the mood for — everything from casual to Cajun to fine dining establishments.

Our team at De Castroverde Criminal & Immigration Lawyers found six Oakland, California, seafood spots you can’t miss whether you’re a newbie, local, or traveler passing through town. Whichever place you choose, you’re sure to get hooked on it.

Quinn’s Lighthouse

Quinn’s Lighthouse sits back on the water in a historic lighthouse from 1890, overlooking the marina, which you can enjoy with the patio seating. Here, you’ll find award-winning seafood options that will have you telling your friends about the restaurant. For appetizers, you can enjoy some prawn cocktails or crab cakes. There are also six types of mussels and clams for you to try, including New England and Cajun styles. Entrees include plenty of salmon and prawn options. You can also find the classic cioppino, surf, and turf on the menu.

Additionally, Quinn’s Lighthouse is open for every holiday, so bring your friends and family this holiday season and skip the hassle of cooking. During the holidays, it’s open at normal hours with the standard menu and prices as any other day.

Hours: Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

Location: 1951 Embarcadero, Oakland.

Marica Oakland

If you’re seeking a casual atmosphere with good service, check out Marica Oakland. When headed to the restaurant, you can’t miss it because it’s on the street surrounded by beautiful and colorful buildings. A red building houses the restaurant, and inside is a warm atmosphere filled with dark wood and exposed bricks. There are no reservations here as it’s a first-come, first-served place. Be sure to try the Cajun gumbo; it’s a crowd favorite. There are plenty of seafood options featuring:

• Seafood stew.
• Lobster rolls.
• Salmon.
• Clam chowder.

Skip the lines and order takeout or delivery using the restaurant’s website.

Hours: Tuesday through Sunday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., and closed on Monday.

Location: 5301 College Ave., Oakland.

Scott’s

Overlooking the Oakland Harbor at Jack London Waterfront is Scott’s. Iterations of Scott’s have existed since 1976. Inside, the interior is an inviting, elegant atmosphere with warm lighting. Depending on how often you eat here, you’ll notice menu changes that offer fresh, sustainable seafood throughout the year. From June through November, Scott’s features a Seafood Extravaganza, a fabulous celebration of fine seafood.

Some current starter menu features are:

• Crab and avocado salad.
• Scott’s Oyster Rockefeller.
• Clam chowder.

Current entree features include:

• Crab seafood cioppino with fresh fish, Dungeness crab, and shellfish, all simmered in a hearty marinara sauce.
• Seafood saute with Pacific prawns, scallops, and Dungeness crab legs, sauteed in wine, garlic, and butter.
• Fish and chips with fresh garden vegetables and matchstick fries.

Hours: Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Location: 2 Broadway, Oakland.

Seabreeze On The Dock

If you’re looking for a relaxed eating atmosphere with good water views overlooking the Jack London Dock, then head to Seabreeze On The Dock, in Jack London Square. The exterior has a modern look with its darker siding, which gives it a chic appearance. Inside, it has calming white and blue walls and decorations, and curved roof pieces, which you can see from the outside. Here, you can browse an extensive menu with good drink deals for dine-in.

You can get anything from seafood boils to seafood platters, poke bowls, po’boys, and fried seafood baskets. Additionally, be sure to try the lobster roll, which is a popular favorite among customers.

Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Location: 31 Webster St., Oakland.

alaMar

AlaMar has an airy atmosphere and adds a different twist to your favorite classic seafood dishes. The menu offers multicultural items that rotate based on the season, earning praise for its shrimp tacos and whole Dungeness crab boil. A choose-your-own mussel boil and whole-fried red snapper are available for you to try. Other current menu items include:

• Caribbean lobster tail.
• Garlic udon noodles.
• Fried chicken curry.

Bring about four to six friends and family members to the restaurant and try the seafood family feast, which includes Dungeness crab, Caribbean lobster, mussels, and shrimp, plus all the classic boil fixings. The feast option also makes for a great choice if you want to purchase it ahead of time for holidays or other special occasions.

Hours: Wednesday and Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 4 to 10 p.m., Sunday from 3 to 8 p.m., and closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Location: 100 Grand Ave., Suite 111, Oakland.

Lake Chalet

A good place to grab a drink and enjoy the weather with friends and family is Lake Chalet. It’s a vast restaurant on Lake Merrit with indoor and dockside seating. Here, you can enjoy a meal at a gorgeous renovated boathouse with a warm and inviting atmosphere. There are separate menus for brunch, lunch, dinner, prime rib, and taco Tuesdays. Some current menu items include:

• Raw bar with prawns, oysters, and ahi tuna.
• Crab melts and lobster rolls.
• Crab cake Benedict for brunch.

Hours: Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Location: 1520 Lakeside Drive, Oakland.

So there you have it: our team’s six can’t-miss seafood restaurants. Did we miss your favorite spot? Contact us, and let us know. We’ll be happy to discuss it with you and make plans to check it out ourselves.

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