This Missouri Seafood Spot Offers Fresh Food That Tastes Like Its Cooked Straight From The Boat
By Beth Price-Williams|Published April 05, 2022
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Fresh food always tastes best. That holds true no matter what type of food you’re talking about, but it’s especially important when it comes to seafood. While we might not live on the coast, we can still indulge in seafood that tastes so fresh we’d swear it was cooked straight off of the boat. For a fresh, flavorful seafood meal, request a table at 801 Fish in Missouri.
Treat yourself to some of the freshest, tastiest seafood in all of Missouri at 801 Fish in Clayton, a fine dining restaurant that's sure to win you over.
Natural light pours in the restaurant that offers a self-described "modern aquatic atmosphere" and that serves dinner nightly. However, you'll have to make a reservation in advance.
Earning glowing marks for its exceptional service, food presenation, and seafood, 801 Fish boasts an impressive menu with such classics as New England clam chowder and oysters.
If you're not sure what to order, ask your server for recommendations. The restaurant prides itself on serving "globally sourced finned fish and crustaceans from the world's most pristine waters."
One glance at the menu's sure to get your mouth watering. Oysters Rockefellar, hushpuppies, and Maryland jumbo lump crabcake each offer the perfect prelude to your entree.
Entrees range from ahi tuna to Atlantic swordfish. If you're craving a bit of pasta, try the liguine and clams. 801 Fish also grills filet mignon and New York strip steak.
An assortment of a la carte sides are available. Your choices include such favorites as mashed potatoes, lobster fried rice, and sauteed fresh spinach.
Have you been to 801 Fish in St. Louis? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments.! For more tasty seafood on the other side of Missouri, make your way to The Reef in Kansas City.
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