Best Comfort Food Seafood Restaurants in Chelsea
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
The Mermaid Inn - Chelsea
Fresh seafood with a cozy, upscale ambiance.
Notable Picks
8.5
An upscale seafood joint offering fresh oysters, lobster rolls, and a cozy bar.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster Roll, Oysters, Clam Chowder
What Makes it Special: Fresh seafood with a cozy, upscale ambiance.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Bright, beach‑inspired spot offering sustainable seafood — from fish tacos to lobster rolls — with a casual, friendly vibe ideal for lunch or informal dinner. The menu caters to varied dietary preferences while keeping seafood fresh and portioned well. It’s a go‑to for affordable, fresh seafood without pretense.
Must-Try Dishes:
Montauk Fish Tacos, Maine Lobster Roll, Blackened Monkfish Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Sustainable seafood with relaxed coastal vibe in Chelsea.
#3
Samwoojung
7.6
A long-running Seoul-style bulgogi house that also quietly excels with Korean seafood staples. The soy-marinated crab and shrimp pancakes are the real seafood draws, delivering deep brine and sweet soy balance that regulars return for. Come for the heritage grill experience, but order strategically and it doubles as a strong seafood meal in Koreatown.
Must-Try Dishes:
Soy-Marinated Crab (Ganjang Gejang), Red Shrimp Jeon, Assorted Seafood Stew
What Makes it Special: Seoul-style bulgogi institution with standout marinated crab.