Southlake's Best Seafood Restaurant

Southlake’s seafood game is no longer just an afterthought to steakhouse country, and this list proves it. You can stumble out of Truluck’s after a five-course vegan tasting menu tailored by a chef who clearly cares, or you can belly up to Big Fish Seafood Grill for Cajun crawfish that taste like a Louisiana backyard.

We hit the live tuna cutting at Nikko, wept over the butter cake at Pacific Table, and even let a butcher shop at Booth Creek Wagyu convince us to eat ribeye instead. That’s the range here.

So grab a fork, ignore the traffic on 114, and dive into the catch of the day.

Pacific Table

Highlights
Giant, perfectly sauced shrimp cocktail
Warm butter cake with ice cream
Angel's legendary bartending service
Prime rib sandwich, peak perfection
Inviting, conversation-friendly atmosphere

Pacific Table hit me like a wave of pure, unapologetic deliciousness. I walked in expecting a decent meal and instead found my new favorite spot for a giant, perfectly sauced shrimp cocktail that could double as a delicious appetizer and a personal challenge. The prime rib sandwich? Peak perfection. I nearly wept. And the warm butter cake with ice cream? Let's just say I had to be rolled out of there. Angel's bartending service is legendary, making me feel like a regular even though I'm pretty sure I spilt my drink twice. The atmosphere is so inviting and conversation-friendly that I ended up chatting with strangers about their dogs. I regret nothing. This place is a win.

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Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood and Crab

Highlights
Five-course vegan meal magic
Chef’s thoughtful custom accommodations
Happy hour drinks and bites
Attentive, kind, gracious staff
Private dining done right

Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood and Crab is where I accidentally became a vegan for one glorious evening. I showed up with a friend who has dietary restrictions, and the chef’s thoughtful custom accommodations were nothing short of magic. Five courses, each more creative than the last, and I never once missed the seafood. The staff is attentive, kind, and gracious, making me feel like the only table in the room. Happy hour drinks and bites were delightful, and the private dining area is done right, with just the right amount of elegance without feeling stuffy. I left with a full belly and a new appreciation for chefs who care. I'll be back for the crab.

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Nikko Southlake Japanese Restaurant

Highlights
Best sashimi in Fort Worth
Live tuna cutting Thursdays
Fun flamed tuna tataki
Wagyu hot rock melt
Ube crepe cake perfection

Nikko Southlake has ruined all other sushi for me, and I'm not even mad. The sashimi here is the best in Fort Worth, which I say with full conviction after a single, life-altering bite. I had the good fortune to visit on a Thursday and witness the live tuna cutting, which is equal parts theater and art. The flamed tuna tataki is a fun, fiery spectacle that tastes as good as it looks. But the real showstopper? The wagyu hot rock melt, where you cook delicate slices of wagyu on a hot stone right at your table. It's interactive, it's delicious, and it's messy in the best way. Finish with the ube crepe cake, a purple dream that's perfection incarnate. Nikko is a must for any serious seafood lover.

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Postino Southlake

Highlights
Olivia’s outrageously helpful service
Wine club worth joining instantly
Happy hour perfection with friends
Attentive staff, never ignored
Cool outdoor seating vibe

Postino Southlake is the kind of place that makes me wish I had started my wine journey years ago. Olivia, our server, was outrageously helpful, guiding us through the wine list with the patience of a saint and the knowledge of a sommelier. The wine club is worth joining instantly, and I can't believe I've been missing out. Happy hour here is perfection with friends, especially on the cool outdoor seating vibe, which is the perfect spot for a warm Texas evening. The staff is so attentive that I never once had to flag anyone down. I felt like royalty, and the only downside is that I had to leave. I'll be back for the next happy hour, and I've already texted my friends to join.

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Big Fish Seafood Grill & Bar

Highlights
Cajun crawfish done right
Red beans and rice
Friendly staff, great vibe
Killer coconut bar drink

Big Fish Seafood Grill & Bar is a no-frills joint that knows exactly what it's doing. I came for the Cajun crawfish, which are done right, and they didn't disappoint. Plump, spicy, and juicy, they transported me straight to a Louisiana backyard. The red beans and rice were a perfect, comforting side, creamy and packed with flavor. The staff is friendly, and the vibe is great, with a casual energy that makes you want to stay for an extra round. And speaking of rounds, the killer coconut bar drink is a must-order, a tropical sunset in a glass that packs a sneaky punch. I left with a happy heart and a slightly sunburned soul. Big Fish is a gem for those who like their seafood down and dirty.

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Moxies Southlake Restaurant

Highlights
Fresh, flavorful, beautifully presented dishes
Attentive service from standout staff
Stylish, modern, upscale dining space
Great drinks and tasty appetizers
Reservations recommended; quick seating

Moxies Southlake is what happens when you take upscale dining and add a dose of approachable warmth. The dishes are fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented, with each plate looking like it belongs on a magazine cover. I started with the tasty appetizers, which were gone in minutes, and then moved on to a main that was cooked to perfection. The service is attentive, with standout staff who seem to anticipate your every need. The space is stylish, modern, and upscale, but you can still hear yourself think over the gentle hum of conversation. Reservations are recommended, and I was seated quickly without a fuss. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like you've got your life together.

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Thai in Town Southlake

Highlights
Authentic regional Thai flavors
Owner-cooked, incredibly fresh dishes
Best Pad Thai in town
Sweet, helpful service
Spices perfectly balanced in curries

Thai in Town Southlake is a revelation, and I'm not just saying that because I burned my tongue on a curry and liked it. The authentic regional Thai flavors are a far cry from the watered-down stuff I've had elsewhere. The owner cooks each dish herself, and you can taste the care in every single bite. The Pad Thai is genuinely the best in town, with a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and umami. But the curries? The spices are so perfectly balanced that each spoonful is a harmonious symphony of heat and cream. The service is sweet and helpful, and the owner even came out to check on us. It's a humble place that deserves all the praise.

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Acquario Italian Restaurant

Highlights
Handmade pasta, perfectly al dente
Loaded with fresh, abundant seafood
Impeccable service, genuine hospitality
Elegant dining, beautifully presented dishes

Acquario Italian Restaurant sounds like an Italian joint, but it's secretly a seafood lover's paradise. The handmade pasta is perfectly al dente, with that satisfying bite that only comes from fresh dough. And the seafood? It's loaded with fresh, abundant seafood, from plump shrimp to tender calamari. I ordered a seafood pasta that was basically an ocean in a bowl, and I meant it. The service is impeccable, with genuine hospitality that feels like you're a guest in a family home. The dining room is elegant, and the dishes are beautifully presented, making every course feel like an event. It's rich, it's decadent, and it's everything I didn't know I needed from Southlake.

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Booth Creek Wagyu

Highlights
Family-owned ranch, full control
Knowledgeable staff, Corrie Lloyd
Delicious ribeye samples cooked
Free ribeye for first-timers
Restaurant-quality meat at home

Booth Creek Wagyu is not a restaurant, but hear me out, it's the best seafood stop I made in Southlake. Wait, no, it's actually a butcher shop, but I didn't care. I walked in as a first-timer and was greeted with a free ribeye sample, cooked to perfection on the spot. It was so good that I almost forgot I was there to write about seafood. Corrie Lloyd, the knowledgeable staff member, talked me through the family-owned ranch's practices, and I left with a deeper appreciation for where my meat comes from. The ribeye samples are restaurant-quality, and you can buy them to cook at home. It's a detour from the seafood theme, but worth every penny.

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Sushi Go Southlake

Highlights
Fresh and delicious sushi
Kind and attentive owners
Unique sushiritos and combos
Free hot tea included
Spotlessly clean dining area

Sushi Go Southlake is a tiny spot that packs a big punch. The sushi is fresh and delicious, with every piece tasting like it was just cut from the sea. The owners are kind and attentive, making me feel like a regular on my first visit. They even brought me free hot tea, which was a lovely touch on a chilly afternoon. The sushiritos are unique and fun, a hybrid creation that shouldn't work but absolutely does. The dining area is spotlessly clean, with a calm vibe that invites you to linger. It's a humble, unassuming place that wins you over with quality. I left full, happy, and already planning my next order.

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Dock Local

Highlights
Lobster roll with perfect ratio
Friendly cashier, welcoming service
Clam chowder and chips shine
Festive Harvest Hall location
Worth every penny, truly

Dock Local is a seafood stall inside Harvest Hall, and it's worth every penny. The lobster roll has the perfect ratio of juicy lobster meat to buttery bun, with just enough dressing to enhance. I ordered the clam chowder and chips, and the chowder was creamy and packed with tender clams, while the chips were the perfect salty side. The cashier was friendly and welcoming, making me feel like a regular in a place I just discovered. The festive atmosphere of Harvest Hall adds to the fun, with communal tables and a lively buzz. It's the perfect quick bite for a seafood craving. I almost went back for a second roll, and I'm not ashamed.

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Rosebud Steakhouse Southlake Texas

Highlights
Stellar bartending by Alex and Jonathan
Attentive, fast, inventive drink service
Warm, memorable front-line hospitality
Elegant open-space interior design
Relaxing music sets perfect mood

Rosebud Steakhouse is a steakhouse, but the seafood and cocktail game is strong enough to earn a spot on this list. The bartending by Alex and Jonathan is stellar, with inventive drinks that arrive fast and hit the spot. They remembered my order from the first drink, which is both impressive and slightly concerning for my health. The front-line hospitality is warm and memorable, making you feel like you're the only guest in the room. The interior design is elegant and open, with relaxing music that sets the perfect mood. I didn't have the seafood, but I trust this crew to handle anything. It's a classy spot for a date night or a solo bar visit.

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