New Orleans, LA
For Seafood in New Orleans, the local food press points to GW Fins, Pêche Seafood Grill, and Porgy’s Seafood Market. Picks from NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune and Gambit (nola.com), updated July 2026.
Editor’s picks
Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune and Gambit (nola.com). Updated July 2026.
GW Fins · French Quarter
Gambit's 2024 Best of New Orleans Best Seafood winner. a two-decade pacesetter for modern seafood.
Porgy’s Seafood Market · Mid-City
McNulty's modern-seafood list: a fishmonger and deli where you order the crudo plate or send your catch to the kitchen for chili butter.
Station 6 · Bucktown
McNulty's contemporary-lakeside pick. Pompano with curried brown butter, shrimp sizzling in garlicky oil.
Pigeon & Whale · Freret
McNulty's modern-seafood list: a stylish restaurant featuring seafood from diverse international waters with a nautical theme.
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