The 5 Best Seafood Places Around Harrisonburg

Seafood offers more than a meal—it’s a coastal escape on a plate, bringing ocean freshness to the Valley. In this year’s Best of the Valley readers’ choice contest, voters celebrated seafood restaurants that balance quality catches, skillful preparation, and inviting ambiance. These spots bring waves of flavor to local dining scenes.

Bluestone Inn Restaurant features a versatile menu with fresh fish, crab cakes, and coastal-inspired entrées housed within a cozy mountain lodge atmosphere. Diners often highlight their beautifully presented seafood dishes and warm service, making it a dependable choice for both special occasions and casual outings.

Rhodes Seafood Restaurant brings traditional fried and grilled seafood to Harrisonburg with a friendly, family-style focus. With hearty platters of shrimp, flounder, and hush puppies, it offers a laid-back, comforting vibe where guests return for both flavor and familiarity.

Traditions Family Restaurant may be known for homestyle meals, but their seafood specials—like fried shrimp and fish filets—bring fresh options to their familiar menu. Their flexibility and consistent cooking quality make the seafood additions feel right at home.

Blu Point Seafood Co. elevates the seafood dining experience with elegant dishes like oysters on the half shell, seared tuna, and lobster risotto. Paired with coastal-themed cocktails, the ambiance feels upscale yet relaxed—perfect for date nights or quiet gatherings.

Valley Smokehouse offers a Southern-style mix of smoked and fried seafood alongside their BBQ staples. Think catfish and shrimp po’boys served with tangy slaw and hush puppies. This spot brings bold flavors and casual charm to the seafood conversation.

These seafood restaurants reflect what Best of the Valley voters value most: freshness, preparation by the plate rather than the frozen isle, and dining experiences that rival coastal favorites. Whether you're craving fried comfort or fine coastal fare, these establishments make seafood shine in the Valley.

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