Best seafood
The Washington Post Staff | Updated 09/22/2011
Washington may not be on the coast, but the fish dishes at these restaurants whisk us to the seaside.
BlackSalt
Washington, DC
The small dining room leaves something to be desired, but the shellfish doesn't disappoint.
Bourbon Steak
Washington, DC
Bourbon Seafood might be a better name for this restaurant. The meat is admirable; the seafood is divine.
Hank's Oyster Bar
Washington, DC
Neighborhood staples in both Dupont and Old Town, the Hank's locations offer several varieties of raw oysters each day, in addition to other fish dishes.
Kinkead's
Washington, DC
Grilled squid and cod with crab imperial are among the long-running dishes on the menu here.
Oceanaire Seafood Room
Washington, DC
The chain's local outpost is among Tom Sietsema's favorite seafood restaurants in the area.
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