Best seafood restaurants in Chennai
30 restaurants in Chennai
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Three places to start in Chennai
Three rooms we would send a first-time visitor to — complete profiles, strong ratings, and a clear seafood focus.
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Worth knowing in Chennai
A short second list for when the first three are booked, too far, or not the mood.
Editor's pick
Palmshore Restaurant Medavakkam
4.6★ · 18,996
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Zaitoon Restaurant, Adyar
4.6★ · 15,520
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Zaitoon Restaurant, Royapettah
4.6★ · 15,006
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Coal Barbecues
4.3★ · 27,395
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Copper Kitchen Closed
4.4★ · 20,199
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Zaitoon Restaurant, Anna Nagar
4.4★ · 18,250
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Palmshore Restaurant Koyambedu
4.6★ · 11,858
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AB's - Absolute Barbecues | T. Nagar, Chennai
4.2★ · 25,893
Dining tipsAbout Chennai30 seafood and fish restaurants in Chennai, India — ranked by Google rating and review volume.Read the full guide
30 seafood and fish restaurants in Chennai, India — ranked by Google rating and review volume.
Listed venues are spread across 13 areas including J P Tower, Vantage Plaza, Old No. 1/144 & New, Old No 57, so you can search by the part of Chennai you are visiting.
Price levels are shown on individual profiles for 23 of these venues, helping you separate casual spots from special-occasion dining.
Venues cluster across J P Tower, Vantage Plaza, Old No. 1/144 & New, Old No 57 — filter by area or sort by rating below.
Map of seafood restaurants in Chennai
Explore listed fish restaurants across Chennai, India.
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FAQ — Chennai
What are the best seafood restaurants in Chennai?+
Chennai currently lists 30 seafood and fish restaurants on FishRestaurants.com, sorted by rating and review volume where available.
Where can I find fish restaurants near me in Chennai?+
Use the map section and restaurant list on this page to compare locations across Chennai, then open individual profiles for address and hours.
What are the best grilled fish restaurants in Chennai?+
See the grilled fish category block for venues tagged with grilled fish and classic seafood grill styles.
Which seafood restaurants in Chennai are good for families?+
Compare ratings, price range, and opening hours on individual restaurant pages to find family-friendly options in Chennai, India.