From The Fairmont Dallas Best Nearby Seafood (Restaurants) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Dallas, TX The Palm (Restaurants - Seafood) 701 Ross Ave, Dallas  TX  75202 • 214-698-0470 Distance: ~0.43 mi         Description: DOWNTOWN. The legend lives on in Dallas's version of the famous New York Palm Restaurant. This family-run Italian steakhouse prepares generous portions of tender USDA Prime aged steak, jumbo Nova Scotia lobster, and traditional Italian fare. Menu items like veal marsala, veal piccata, New York strip, and prime rib of beef are all worthy options. Favored by business executives and players from the Mavericks and Cowboys, The Palm offers a casual yet refined atmosphere. The decor is unique: walls adorned with hundreds of caricatures of the rich, famous, and well-loved who've patronized the restaurant over the years. S&D Oyster Company (Restaurants - Seafood) 2701 McKinney Ave, Dallas  TX  75204-2597 • 214-880-0111 Distance: ~0.84 mi         Description: UPTOWN. This New Orleans-style restaurant, with its sea shack-inspired dining room, has kept Uptown well fed since 1976, thanks to savory po' boys, barbecued shrimp, and gumbo. Of course, oysters are the joint's specialty, and they're prepared just about any way imaginable – steamed, raw, fried, etc. What's more, tasty, downhome sides like coleslaw and hush puppies are themselves worth a visit. Casual and always ready to accommodate families, S&D gets particularly busy on weekends. Nick & Sam's (Restaurants - Seafood) 3008 Maple Ave, Dallas  TX  75201 • 214-871-7444 Distance: ~0.96 mi         Description: UPTOWN. The menu at this family-run restaurant beckons with Prime aged beef and fresh fish. Favorites include porterhouse and cowboy steaks and lobster tail with drawn butter. The engaging interior features arched ceilings, murals, and an open kitchen that's abuzz with activity. A pianist also entertains, enhancing the elegant setting. A raw bar and an extensive wine list featuring over 450 wines (with appointed flight tastings) add to the draw. Steel Restaurant and Lounge (Restaurants - Seafood) 3102 Oak Lawn Ave Centrum Building, Dallas  TX  75219 • 214-219-9908 • 214-219-9929 Distance: ~1.67 mi         Description: OAK LAWN. Dress to impress when visiting this Zen-inspired restaurant in the Centrum Complex. Smooth mahogany walls, dark cherry floors, dramatic lighting and a sleek, black bar give the place a contemporary attitude that sets it apart from the area's other sushi places. Premium wine and sake lead the libations; meanwhile, the kitchen never fails to impress with offerings of nigiri, maki, vegetable claypot, Australian lobster tail, Mandarin orange shrimp, and marinated Korean beef. Adding to the über-cool vibe is the house music, which bears a distinct Euro sound. Daddy Jack's Lobster & Chowder House (Restaurants - Seafood) 1916 Greenville Ave, Dallas  TX  75206 • 214-826-4910 Distance: ~2.65 mi User Rating: 8.75 / 10         Description: GREENVILLE AVENUE. Lobster Madness specials, stuffed shrimp and – without question – the best lobster bisque in town! All of the dishes on the menu come from Jack's family recipes, so you know they'll be good. For "landlubbers," steaks and vegetable pasta dishes include no fish, so rest easy. At this casual seafood place, the staff is jovial, and the atmosphere is festive. Great family ambience too. Teppo (Restaurants - Seafood) 2014 Greenville Ave, Dallas  TX  75206-7124 • 214-826-8989 Distance: ~2.69 mi         Description: GREENVILLE AVENUE. Teppo attracts a bevy of hip young patrons excited about feasting on fresh sushi and sashimi. Menu favorites include the yakitori and a large selection of rolls, tempura and noodle dishes. The duck breast kushiyaki and the ginger and yam ice cream are must-tries. A select wine list, sake and beer complete the bar options. The decor is unpretentious, marked by light-colored woods, polished stone and an outdoor, bamboo-shaded patio. Dodie's Seafood Cafe (Restaurants - Seafood) 2129 Greenville Ave, Dallas  TX  75206-7125 • 214-821-8890 Distance: ~2.75 mi User Rating: 5.75 / 10         Description: GREENVILLE AVENUE. When the urge for Cajun food strikes, head to Dodie's. The family-run restaurant is a favorite with local college students, who love to sit on the patio, people-watch, and dig into spicy treats like Cajun tamales (crabmeat-stuffed jalapenos), jambalaya, the zesty house coleslaw, and Dodie's famous "swamp fries," which come smothered in gravy and cheese. Non-seafood eaters, take heart – Dodie's has roast beef po' boys, blackened chicken, and red beans and rice. Only one dessert is on the menu, but regulars agree that you must save room for it – a fantastic bread pudding! La Calle Doce (Restaurants - Seafood) 415 W. 12th Street, Dallas  TX  75208 • 214-941-4304 Distance: ~3.44 mi         Description: This Mexican eatery distinguishes itself with a focus on tasty seafood dishes that defy your expectations of south-of-the-border fare. Start with a ceviche that locals claim is the city's best – whitefish, chopped shrimp, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and a lime marinade make for a flavorful appetizer. Pan-fried tilapia with sauteed peppers, crispy fish tacos, oversized chicken flautas, enchiladas verdes, and a hearty fish soup (a cup of which is customarily served with entrees) represent the rest of the menu. Café Pacific (Restaurants - Seafood) 24 Highland Park Village, Dallas  TX  75205-2729 • 214-526-1170 Distance: ~3.50 mi User Rating: 10 / 10         Description: HIGHLAND PARK. Fresh, excellently prepared cuisine is served by a white-jacketed waitstaff at this Highland Park treasure. The menu options range from grilled seafood accompanied by tasty dips to more substantial items like goat cheese-stuffed rack of lamb. The chef's signature creation, fried shredded sweet potatoes, is complimentary and delivered at the start of every meal. Pecan Bowl, the signature dessert, perfectly ends any meal. Excellent wines at reasonable prices are an added bonus. The interior is stately with black and white marble floors and vintage-style café curtains. Oceanaire Seafood Room (Restaurants - Seafood) 13340 Dallas Pkwy Westin Galleria Hotel, Dallas  TX  75240 • 972-759-2277 Distance: ~10.04 mi         Description: GALLERIA. A cheery, '30s-era ocean liner motif welcomes diners to this popular seafood restaurant, whose specialty is fresh fish flown in daily. Select a plate from the oyster bar's abundance, or order a treat like Dover sole or bluefin tuna. Maine lobster, weighing up to seven pounds, is typically available and provides quite a feast. The bar serves both classic and signature cocktails – try a Perfect Screwdriver or a Harvey Wallbanger. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.