Florida’s summer isn’t just for sun-seekers, it’s for seafood lovers, too! The Sunshine State is a traveler's paradise for the freshest seasonal catch, from scalloping in the Gulf to snapper dinners in hidden harbor towns.

Florida’s coastlines are brimming with flavor and VISIT FLORIDA has your insider guide to the freshest catch this season. Perfect for travelers and foodies craving authentic, sensory-rich escapes, Florida’s seafood scene offers a deeper, more delicious way to discover the coast. We’ve rounded up the top must-visit places for the freshest seafood, see below!

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● Marina Bar & Grill, Miami
Dock your boat and dine dockside at Marina Bar & Grill at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, overlooking Choctawhatchee Bay. After a fishing charter or casting from the pier, bring in your fresh catch and let the chefs grill, fry, or blacken it with the You Catch, We Cook menu option. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this laid-back spot offers a full bar, outdoor seating, and the perfect place to swap fishing stories over fries and a cold Sandestin beer.


● Whitey’s Fish Camp, Clay County
At Whitey’s Fish Camp, you’ll find a legendary waterfront hangout with live music and Southern-style seafood boils. The restaurant is famous for All You Can Eat local wild catfish and an array of seafood, chicken and steak dishes. Outside, you can find a waterfront Tiki bar and live entertainment on Friday, Saturday, Sunday.


● MAASS, Fort Lauderdale
Known as the Venice of America for its incredible 300-mile network of inland waterways and eight sun-soaked beach communities, Greater Fort Lauderdale’s culinary scene is bustling with unique eateries for seafood lovers. Fresh off MICHELIN’s 2025 Guide, Chef’s Counter at MAASS breathes life into dishes with freshly-sourced ingredients and an open-fire hearth concept, serving up seafood delights like Lobster Agnolotti, Kaluga Caviar and Wellfleet Oyster.


● The Friendly Fisherman, St. Pete-Clearwater
Since 1978, the restaurant, located in John's Pass Village and Boardwalk in Madeira Beach - a St. Pete-Clearwater attraction with more than 100 shops, restaurants and water-related businesses – has been serving the freshest Gulf seafood, cooked the moment it's caught. Visitors can enjoy the famous and staple to the region grouper, succulent shrimp, and zesty fish tacos, all prepared daily.


● Fish Out of Water, Santa Rosa Beach
Perched above the sugar-white sands and emerald waters, Fish out of Water offers guests an immersive sea-to-table experience in the heart of Florida’s iconic 30A region. Visitors can now enjoy dishes made under the direction of Chef Louis Martorano, an impressive culinary veteran with roots at the Waldorf Astoria and the James Beard House. Balancing bold new flavors and the coastal classics of the region, Fish Out of Water’s offerings take inspiration from the fresh tastes of the Gulf and traditional Southern comforts.