Fort Smith, AR knows how to have a good time when it comes to seafood. Cajun lovers and ceviche fiends rejoice! Whether you’re craving an oyster po’boy with fries, smoky crawfish étouffée, or a perfect piece of savory blackened fish, there’s something here for all the seafood lovers. Read on to learn about our favorite seafood restaurants in the area.
AJ’s Oyster House
Known for their fresh oysters on the half shell, AJ’s Oyster House has an impressive menu that keeps their regulars coming back. Serving up perfectly seasoned seafood, their service is friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is cozy and inviting. What’s not to love? It’s a highly rated restaurant for good reason. Bonus: they have both indoor and outdoor dining available!
Sam’s Southern Eatery
Boasting huge portions and reasonable prices, Sam’s Southern Eatery is worth a visit. With a large variety of seafood combos, the flavors are endless. If you and your family are craving southern home cooking, Sam’s is where you’ll find awesome no-frills family platters to indulge in. Bring on the sides!
R. Landry’s
Offering up classic Cajun dishes, steak, and rustic seafood dishes, R. Landry’s has been in the area for over 30 years. They take great care in making sure food allergies are prioritized and are happy to cater to keto diets, vegetarians, and vegans. They also have great local live music on the weekends and frequent drink specials, so please enjoy in moderation.
Fish City Grill
Fish City knows how to bring the fresh ocean right to your table. Their menu can cater to kids’ palates and as well as the more elevated seafood cravings, like juicy scallops with bacon-wrapped shrimp and buttery crab-stuffed flounder. The mouthwatering monthly specials and chef’s choices are updated frequently on their restaurant blackboard as well as their website, so keep an eye out for your favorites!
Mariscos Las Palmas
On the corner of North 42nd and Johnson street, you can’t miss their lime-green food truck parked outside! Popular for their generously-sized cups of tangy, zesty ceviche, Mariscos is also known for their delectable seafood tacos. Big portions of shrimp and ripe avocado are loaded onto their tortillas and grilled to perfection. They’re a huge hit with regulars!
See’s Seafood Market
Family-owned since 1989, we think See’s Seafood deserves an honorable mention on our list. You can stop in to purchase their freshly caught seafood to cook at home or pick up a quick and convenient lunch basket special on your way. See’s is also beloved for its fast, friendly, and personable customer service and wide rotation of oceanic offerings- they’re happy to answer any questions you may have!
To satisfy all those seafood cravings, simply head to Fort Smith for a variety of delicious options. No matter where you go, you’re guaranteed to find something smoky, seasoned, and saucy. When you head out on your culinary adventure, be sure to stop into Orr Chevrolet of Fort Smith to test drive the new 2021 Chevrolet models and explore what we have to offer!
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