We may be a landlocked state, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have amazing seafood. From catfish to oysters, raw to fried, Missouri has it all when it comes to delicious cuisine from the sea.
1. Broadway Oyster Bar - St. Louis
Broadway Oyster Bar brings a taste of New Orleans to St. Louis with its live music, Cajun and Creole dishes and vibrant atmosphere.
Address:
736 S Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102
2. Oceano Bistro - Clayton
If you're looking for more traditional seafood, head over to this bistro located just outside of St. Louis city limits.
Address:
44 N Brentwood Blvd.
Clayton, MO 63105
3. Pierpont's At Union Station - Kansas City
Usually the available restaurants inside a train station or airport are nothing to write home about, but Pierpont's is an exception. Located in Kansas City's Union Station, Pierpont serves the best fresh seafood in the city.
Address:
30 W Pershing Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64108
4. Boudreaux's Louisiana Seafood & Steaks - St. Joseph
With Louisiana being not too far from us, it's no wonder that Cajun and Creole cuisine has made it's way over to Missouri. The crawfish étouffée is a favorite here, as well as the crab bisque. And that delicious shrimp sandwich on a french roll? Just remember, it's pronounced "Po' Boy"...not "Poor Boy." Address:
224 N 4th St.
St Joseph, MO 64501
5. J. Bruner's Restauran - Osage Beach
When at the lake, you might as well enjoy some seafood. The battered fried lobster and the broiled lobster are usually the favorites among returning customers.
Address:
5166 Osage Beach Pkwy.
Osage Beach, MO 65065
6. FD's Grillhouse - Springfield
FD's Grillhouse has the prices you'd find at casual dining chains, but it surpasses them in food quality. It's a great place to take the whole family when on a budget.
Address:
245 E Monastery
Springfield, Missouri
7. Peacemaker Crab & Lobster Co. - St. Louis
Award-winning Chef Kevin Nashan doesn't mess around when it comes to delivering premium seafood. In fact, he's so dedicated to his product, that he actually has fisherman on the Gulf and Atlantic Ocean that supply his kitchen.
Address:
1831 Sidney St.
St. Louis, MO 63104
8. Bistro Saffron - Cape Girardeau
If you're in the mood for raw fish, head over to Bistro Saffron for some mouthwatering Pan-Asian Cuisine.
Address:
1610 N Kingshighway St.
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
9. White River Fish House - Branson
When dining on the water, you'll feel like you're actually a fisherman in this restaurant that looks like a boat house. I recommend trying their Ozarks Trout Almondine, because almond-crusted anything tends to be nothing short of amazing. Address:
5 Bass Pro Drive
Branson, MO 65616
10. Crabby's Seafood Bar & Grill - Joplin
Food presentation? Impeccable. Its taste? Even better.
Address:
815 W 7th St.
Joplin, Missouri
Just going through all these seafood joints is making me hungry. What’s your favorite seafood dish and restaurant in Missouri?
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