CHESTERFIELD
Asian Bistro & Pho
2612 Perdue Springs Drive, Chester, 804-425-9802, www.asian-bistro.com
More than just seafood, Asian Bistro & Pho is the only Thai and Vietnamese restaurant in Chester, serving a number of favorites like Pho noodle soup, Pad Thai, Thai Tropical Fusion, Jalapeno Beef, Salt & Pepper Jumbo Shrimp and many more.
The Dish: Thai Style Hot Pot with Sea Treasures features shrimp, scallops, calamari, mussels, basil and scallions in a spicy broth with a hint of lemongrass, served in a clay pot.

Crab Louie’s Seafood Tavern
1352 Sycamore Square, Midlothian 804-275-2722, www.crablouies.com
Crab Louie’s, which has been serving sumptuous seafood dishes for more than 25 years, also features fresh fish selected from the best seafood markets in the country and delicious crabmeat from right here in Virginia.
The Dish: Shrimp Scampi Pasta features gulf shrimp, sautéed in an olive oil-garlic herb sauce, tossed with red bell peppers, broccoli and parmesan cheese.

Ocean Breeze Bar and Grill
13923 Hull Street Road, Midlothian, 804-639-9550, www.oceanbreezebarandgrill.com
Great seafood, a fish pond with a waterfall, aquatic sculptures, a large tank of exotic fish and beach decor make this restaurant a tropical getaway you must try.
The Dish: Grilled Talipia, which is a generous, flakey and tender fillet, served on mashed potatos and complemented by freshly cooked asparagus, drizzled in a butter sauce.

Palermo Trattoria Pizzeria
15717 City View Drive, Midlothian, 804-378-7643
Now celebrating their one year anniversary Palermo offers a large selection of Italian specialties, including pasta, Veal, Chicken, pizza, subs and more.
The Dish: Castellamare Scallops, Mussels, Clams, Calamari, Shrimp, Lobster Tail and the catch of the day in garlic, marignara, red wine sauce and pepperocino, served in a bowl over pasta linguini and crostini.

Pescados
Village Marketplace Center, 13125 Midlothian Turnpike, 804-379-7121, www.pescadosseafood.com
Great Carribean and Latin inspired seafood made with fresh, organic local ingredients in a fun tropical atmosphere makes Pescados a favorite of our readers.
The Dishes: Big Kahuna Tuna Troll-caught, Hawaiian Big Eye Tuna, pepita crust, white bean muñeta, grilled asparagus, salsa verde and Chile oil drizzle. Citrus Cilantro Encrusted Pacific Blue Marlin over roasted poblano herbed quinou in a red tomato curry.

WEST END
Buckhead’s Restaurant and Chophouse
8510 Patterson Avenue, 804-750-2000, www.buckheads.com
Buckhead’s may take pride in hand-cut and trimmed “extra-aged” steaks, but they also boast seafood entrees to excite any true ocean lover. Try the Sweet and Sour Grilled Halibut. This lean fish is topped with a Jicama-Daikon Slaw and Brown Sugar Ponzu Sauce. To complement the dining experience, a wine list of over 700 wines will ensure the perfect pairing.

Baker’s Crust
11800 West Broad Street, 804-377-9060, www.bakerscrust.com
Thoughts of Baker’s Crust may initially just include sourdough, baguettes and focaccia. However, why not try their unique and delicious Savory Shrimp and Crab Crepe? Originating in France, a crepe is a thin pancake-like entrée served with a variety of fillings. Aimed for the seafood lover, this is sure to delight the senses with a filling of tiger shrimp and jumbo lump crabmeat, spinach and applewood-smoked bacon, all topped off with a scrumptious parmesan cream sauce.

SkillIgalee
5416 Glenside Drive, 804-672-6200, www.skilligalee.com
The nautical décor will have diners feeling like they’re on their own beach vacation at Skilligalee. For forty years, Richmond seafood lovers have found their favorites here, such as jumbo lump crabcakes, deep fried oysters, soft shell crabs and daily selections of fresh fish. One featured dish is the grilled salmon on a bed of fresh cucumber slices with a creamy cucumber-dill sauce, served alongside shrimp cocktail, a mixed green salad, yeast rolls and a sweet Strawberry Dream Dessert.

Kenji
11740 W. Broad Street, 804-364-1788, www.kenjirestaurant.com
Kenji will delight the senses of taste, sound and sight with not only excellent seafood dishes but also a culinary performance! In addition to fresh seafood choices and a variety of sushi rolls, their hibachi dining can satisfy a craving as well. The Sea of Japan entrée features succulent lobster, shrimp and scallops accompanied by clear soup, ginger salad, vegetables and steamed rice. Enjoy this mouthwatering show for lunch or dinner in a modern, contemporary atmosphere.

HANOVER
Awful Arthur’s Seafood Company
6078 Mechanicsville Turnpike, 804-559-4370, www.awfularthurs.com/mechanicsville
Awful Arthur’s Seafood Restaurant in Mechanicsville Virginia offers the largest variety of seafood on the east coast. The a Seafood Raw Bar with selections from Maine to New Orleans to Alaska. The main menu offers seafood dishes such as, fresh seared ahi tuna to Virginia style lump crab cakes. Awful Arthur’s doesn’t forget about the landlubbers with dishes like Rib Eye steak, pot roast and french dip sandwiches. Pictured above are Virginia Style Lump Crab Cakes offered as entree or sandwich and Alaskan Snow Crab Legs served with drawn butter.

Islamorada Fish Company
11550 Lakeridge Parkway, 804-496-4800, www.fishcompany.com
With a name like “The World Famous Islamorada Fish Company Restaurant”, you have to set the bar pretty high, and they do. Pictured above, top is the Island Grilled Mahi, a grilled teriyaki mahi mahi, with a pineapple relish and accompanied with rice and vegetables. Pictured above, bottom is the Islamorada Portofino, a blackened tilapia with a lobster cream sauce served with vegetables and rice. While you eat, enjoy the view of a 12,000 gallon saltwater tank located between the bar and the restaurant, stocked with fish from all over the world including sharks. You will probably want to take a walk after such a sumptuous feast so just walk right into the adjoining Bass Pro Shop there is plenty to walk around and see.