10 Best Seafood Restaurants In Dayton, Ohio (2024)
Want to know all the best seafood restaurants in Dayton, Ohio? We’ve got you covered with everything you need to know!
You wouldn’t necessarily think of Dayton, Ohio as a mecca for seafood restaurants since we’re not near any major oceans or lakes.
However, we do still have a few seafood (including sushi) restaurants in the area that are worth visiting, especially on Fridays during Lent!
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Best Seafood Restaurants In Dayton, Ohio
Here are the best seafood restaurants in Dayton, Ohio.
There are a variety of cheap eats and mid-range restaurants that can fit all budgets.
1. Club Oceano
Location: 4429 Cedar Park Drive, Beavercreek, Ohio 45440 (The Greene)
Club Oceano is a seafood restaurant and bar at The Greene in Beavercreek.
They have all of our go-to appetizers like lobster bisque, clam chowder, and crab cakes.
If you haven’t tried very much seafood, you can’t go wrong with Chilean sea bass or the shrimp and grits.
They serve a handful of steaks and pastas too like filet mignon, lobster mac n cheese, and pasta carbonara.
2. Jay’s Seafood Restaurant
Location: 225 E 6th Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
Jay’s Seafood has been voted the best seafood restaurant in Dayton.
They’ve been in the historic Oregon District since 1976.
I recommend trying the Greek Style Swordfish or the Spiced Bourbon Salmon.
There are also some seafood platters to choose from that would be great for sharing.
Save room for the Four Yums dessert which includes slices of Key Lime Pie, Cheesecake, Bourbon Pecan Pie, and Flourless Chocolate Cake.
3. FUSIAN
Locations: Beavercreek (Mall at Fairfield Commons), Centerville, and Dayton
FUSIAN is known for their variety of signature sushi rolls, bowls, and customizable sushi rolls.
If you’re a newbie to sushi, I recommend starting out with the California roll or the Spicy Tuna Roll if you prefer spicy food.
Then as you start to get a taste for it you can customize with whatever you like.
4. The Paragon Supper Club
Location: 797 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton, Ohio 45459
The Paragon Supper Club has been around since 1978.
While it’s not exclusively a seafood restaurant, they serve a variety of upscale seafood dishes.
The rotating nightly chef’s specials tend to offer at least one seafood option as well.
You can get meals like Walleye, Fresh Rainbow Trout, Broiled Salmon, a Shrimp Platter, and more.
5. Thai 9
Address: 11 Brown Street, Dayton, Ohio
For a taste of Thailand in Dayton, look no further than Thai 9!
This popular eatery serves up classic curries, stir fry dishes and noodle soups that feature fresh ingredients and flavorful spices.
In terms of seafood, they have dishes like Coco Shrimp, Crab Rangoon, Fish Cakes, Calamari Tempura, Shrimp Shumai (dumplings), Hot & Sour Shrimp Soup, and a whole menu of fish specials.
6. Akashi Sushi Bar
Location: 2020 Harshman Road, Dayton, Ohio 45424
Akashi Sushi Bar is known for their presentation of their sushi.
They have a sushi roll that looks exactly like a little panda bear!
There are dozens of specialty sushi rolls to choose from as well as other traditional Asian seafood varieties.
7. Blue Crab Juicy Seafood & Bar
Location: 8901 Kingsridge Drive, Dayton, Ohio 45458
Blue Crab is a seafood boil restaurant with a combination of cajun/creole dishes and New England seafood dishes.
Meals include clams, crab, calamari, scallops, shrimp, crawfish, lobster, fish, mussels, and more.
8. Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar
Location: 2564 Miamisburg Centerville Road, Dayton, Ohio 45459
I recommend trying the crab bites.
They’re like hushpuppies, but with crab inside.
You can also get french fries loaded with crab meat.
Some other seafood options include steamed oyster, clam chowder, lobster bisque, seafood boils, po’ boys, and more.
9. Sky Asian Cuisine
Location: 4090 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, Ohio 45440
Sky Asian Cuisine is a high end sushi bar and restaurant.
They have pretty much every type of sushi and sashimi, including about a dozen signature rolls that you can get as appetizers or entrees.
You can also get plated dinners with a variety of fish and shrimp combinations, plus the traditional Asian foods like noodles and rice.
10. Sonora Grill Seafood Steak Bar & Grill
Location: 5438 Burkhardt Road, Dayton, Ohio 45431
Sonora Grill has a second location down in West Chester as well.
It’s a Mexican restaurant first and foremost, but they serve many seafood options.
For an appetizer, you can get shrimp cocktails, chicharrón de pescado (fish), or frituras de mar (fried octopus, calamari, and shrimp).
Some traditional dishes include ceviche, tostadas, burritos, and chimichangas with shrimp.
There’s a whole page on the menu specifically for seafood dishes too.
More Great Restaurants in Dayton, Ohio
In addition to these phenomenal seafood restaurants, here are more of our favorite restaurants around Dayton.
✅ Romantic Restaurants in Dayton
Whether you’re looking for a place to go out for Valentine’s Day, an anniversary, a birthday, or even just a first date, Dayton is home to plenty of romantic restaurants for these special occasions.
✅ Italian Restaurants in Dayton
If you’re like me, a good bowl of pasta is your idea of the perfect dinner.
Dayton has its fair share of Italian restaurants, specializing in pizzas, pastas, and family recipes.
✅ Best Restaurants in Dayton
If you’re just looking for the best restaurants overall, we’ve got a list of over 30 of our favorites.
From local chains like Milano’s, Donato’s, and Skyline, to popular mom and pop restaurants.
✅ Best Mexican Restaurants In Dayton
Dayton has quite a few popular Mexican restaurant chains that are local to the area and some authentic mom and pop restaurants.
These are some of our favorites that even JP enjoys as someone that was born and raised in Southern California.
Fun Things To Do In Dayton
Did you know Dayton is in the path of the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse?
No matter what time of year you’re here though, there are so many festivals, special events, and tourist attractions that are open year round.
We’ve got you covered all year!
Check out our Dayton travel guides for Summer, Fall, Winter, and Spring.
If you’re interested in venturing outside of town, check out our guide on the Best Day Trips From Dayton or take a day trip out to Cincinnati or Columbus.
But if you’re wanting to explore the whole state, read up on The Ultimate Ohio Bucket List: Top 5 Things To Do In Ohio.
Tips For Planning Your Trip To Dayton, Ohio
If you need help planning your trip to Dayton, check out our Tips For Planning A Trip To Anywhere (A Step-By-Step Guide).
Read our Best Tips For Staying Safe When Traveling During Extreme Weather if you’re traveling during tornado season in the Spring or the snow in Winter.
Also check out our Best Tips For Staying Well While You Travel if you’re prone to getting colds or have allergies when you travel or have other ailments.
Lastly, if you’re traveling on a budget, read up on our Best Tips For Traveling On A Budget: Your Guide To Planning An Affordable Trip.
Conclusion: Best Seafood Restaurants In Dayton, Ohio
The best seafood restaurants in Dayton are a variety of fine dining, sushi bars, and seafood boils.
There is something for every occasion, every budget, and every palate.
