From The Fairmont Royal York Best Nearby Seafood (Restaurants) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Toronto, ON Mediterra (Restaurants - Seafood) 133 Richmond St W, Toronto  ON  M5H 2L3 • 416-861-1211 Distance: ~0.598 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Consistently voted one of Toronto's favorite places for seafood, Mediterra takes you straight to the Greek islands, with sunny yellow walls, terra cotta tiles, an evocative fishing village mural and ocean-blue table linens. The food is equally bright, in both flavor and presentation. Fresh herbs and flavored virgin olive oil, along with a deft hand at the grill, highlight the flavors of fresh scallops, halibut, snapper, lobster, calamari and shrimp. For the person in your group who avoids seafood, there are a few vegetarian, beef and chicken dishes, as well. Nami (Restaurants - Seafood) 55 Adelaide St E, Toronto  ON  M5C 1K6 • 416-362-7373 Distance: ~0.727 km User Rating: 9.3334 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. One of the finest Japanese restaurants in Toronto, this large, attractive restaurant allows diners the choice of eating at the sushi bar, in tatami rooms, or joined by other patrons at a cooking grill. Seafood reigns supreme and varies from scallops or shrimp to Atlantic salmon, ocean perch, or mackerel. Reservations suggested. Pier 4 (Restaurants - Seafood) 245 Queens Quay W, Toronto  ON  M5J 2K9 • 416-203-1440 Distance: ~0.805 km User Rating: 6 / 10         Description: DOWNTOWN. Outdoor dining, great waterfront views from almost all the inside tables, fun pirate and nautical themed decor, a full bar and a vast selection of seafood dishes, all in one convenient location. The menu runs the gamut, from steamed lobster and stuffed shrimp to grilled sea bass and char-broiled steak. The bar, Wally Magoo's, is a bit more casual, and offers pizzas and burgers in addition to a wide range of seafood. Starfish Oyster Bed & Grill (Restaurants - Seafood) 100 Adelaide St E, Toronto  ON  M5C 1K9 • 416-366-7827 Distance: ~0.901 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Oyster lovers, rejoice! This is a most amazing place, with a huge selection of oysters from around the world. Choices change daily, depending on what's available, but you might find malpeques from Prince Edward Island, kumamotos from Washington, Clarenbridge Bays from Ireland or Glidden Points from Maine. The rest of the menu is comprised almost entirely of seafood, but steak frites or duck on spatzle are good alternatives. Biagio Ristorante (Restaurants - Seafood) 155 King St E, Toronto  ON  M5C 1G9 • 416-366-4040 Distance: ~0.929 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Situated in the beautiful and historic St. Lawrence Hall, Biagio is among Toronto's finer Italian restaurants. Along with a 1500-label wine list, the restaurant has a well-rounded dinner menu that includes a number of risottos and wonderful seafood. Calamari is tender and sweet, and the seafood soup (with mussels, shrimp, clams and scallops) is a shellfish lover's delight. Try taglioline with brandy-flamed lobster, spaghetti carbonara, pesto-crusted salmon, osso buco, honey roasted rack of lamb, or a NY strip loin with caper-lemon-herb sauce. An excellent prospect for a summer date – the fountain-enhanced patio is ever so romantic. Rodney's Oyster House (Restaurants - Seafood) 469 King St W, Toronto  ON  M5A 1M8 • 416-363-8105 Distance: ~1.206 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Seafood fans have a second home at Rodney's, where the welcome is always friendly and the oysters are always fresh. During the summer, six to nine varieties of the coveted crustacean are available; in the depth of winter, over 20 types await avid slurpers. If you prefer your seafood cooked, Rodney accommodates with aplomb, offering chowders, smoked and grilled fish, steamed and boiled shellfish, and pastas. To accompany your meal, you'll find a good selection of international wines and beers, as well as conversation provided by personable locals. Adega Restaurante (Restaurants - Seafood) 33 Elm St, Toronto  ON  M5G 1H1 • 416-977-4338 Distance: ~1.331 km         Description: DOWNTOWN. Chef-owner Albino Silva's forte is Portuguese seafood, and his Adega has legions of regulars who heartily recommend it at every chance. Seafood is flown in fresh from various locations around the world, so the menu does change from time to time, but mainstays include grilled Peniche sardines with potatoes and parsley salsa, grilled chouriço sausage, stew with a variety of fish and shellfish, and the signature grilled octopus sauced with tomatoes, red onions, capers and olive oil. Joso's (Restaurants - Seafood) 202 Davenport Rd, Toronto  ON  M5R 1J2 • 416-925-1903 Distance: ~3.463 km User Rating: 9.5 / 10         Description: MIDTOWN. As envisioned by entertainer-turned-restaurateur Joso Spralja, the décor here is deliciously over the top, and notable for its vast assortment of original artwork, which is sure to evoke discussion. The food, on the other hand, is decidedly unfussy, in the tradition of the Adriatic region. Seafood is grilled and dressed with lemon, olive oil, and salt and pepper, allowing the true essence of the ocean to shine through in all its briny glory. Pastas are consistently fabulous, even the non-seafood varieties. Tulip (Restaurants - Seafood) 1610 Queen St E, Toronto  ON  M4L 1G2 • 416-469-5797 Distance: ~5.678 km         Description: EAST TORONTO. A Toronto favorite for years, the Tulip has the look and feel of a diner, but the food is way better. It bills itself as a steakhouse, and the simply grilled steaks are quite good. However, there's an array of other options worth exploring, from stellar burgers and top-notch spaghetti to fried mushrooms and perfect mashed potatoes. Daily specials (like pork chops, and corned beef with cabbage) are reliable too. And in true diner fashion, all the pies are made in-house. A great place for an economical, completely satisfying meal. Zee Grill (Restaurants - Seafood) 641 Mt Pleasant Rd, Toronto  ON  M4S 2M9 • 416-484-6428 Distance: ~6.634 km User Rating: 9.5 / 10         Description: MIDTOWN. One of Toronto's older restaurants, Zee Grill's longevity is a testament to the high quality of its food and service. It's a casual neighborhood spot, with an oyster bar and great patio. Every day, a fresh selection of seafood is offered, although you'll find a few items always on the menu, such as crab cakes, shrimp spring rolls, ceviche, steak frites and jambalaya. If you can't make up your mind, opt for the tiered seafood platter for two, heaped with six to eight different items. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.