With Delaware being located on the coast of the United States, we are very fortunate to have fresh seafood. I personally feel bad for the states that do not have this privilege. Fish, crabs, other shellfish, raw seafood, Cajun, no matter what way you cook it or eat it, seafood is a delicacy. But who actually has the best? Will it come from the East Coast or the West? Will it come from the Gulf? We’ve done our research and ranked the top 10 U.S. States for Best Seafood.
10. Connecticut
Number 10 on the list is Connecticut along the Northern East Coast. It’s most famous for New England cuisine like clams and lobster. The great seafood within Connecticut can be easily found in Long Island and Block Island Sound.9. Maryland
Sister state to Delaware, Miss Maryland comes in at Number 9 especially for the cuisine in Baltimore. With a flourishing seafood and fishing industry in Baltimore, it’s no doubt they have great seafood. And who doesn’t love the Chesapeake Blue Claw Crabs?8. South Carolina
South Carolina has 187 miles of coastline so seafood is second nature to the locals. Both Charleston and Myrtle Beach are great seafood cities in South Carolina. Many fishers bring their catches into the Charleston harbor, whether they’re from South Carolina or not.
7. Washington
Opposite the coast of Delaware is Washington on the West Coast. If anyone is lucky enough to experience Seattle seafood, they’ll never shut up about how great it is. From shellfish to crustaceans, filets to sushi, Washington has so many options. A must visit is the legendary Pike Place Market.6. Hawaii
In the South Pacific, Hawaii has nothing but fresh fish and seafood. Not to mention, the fish you catch in Hawaii is unlike any other in the United States. Fish like akule, enenue, hebi, onaga, and opakapaka. And if you know poke, you know Hawaiian style fish bowls.5. Maine
Lobster comes to top of mind when you hear Maine. And that has truth to it. Georgetown, Maine is of the most famous cities in Maine for it’s lobster and fresh seafood.4. Massachusetts
Since colonial times, Massachusetts fishing industry helped drive the local economy and has ever since. More than 80 different types of fish live in the Massachusetts waters, including catfish, bass, and trout, cod, tuna, haddock, pollock, halibut, striped bass, and of course plenty of lobsters, oysters, and clams.3. Louisiana
Cajun, catfish, and crawfish. It’s no wonder why New Orleans-inspired food exists everywhere. This mainly comes from the Gulf of Mexico. It’s all about the oysters, shrimp, blue crab, crawfish, catfish, drum, red snapper, and tuna in Louisiana.2. Alaska
We know what you’re thinking. Shouldn’t Alaska be number 1 since they’re entirely surrounded by ice cold water? Trapping, hunting, and fishing is so popular here among locals. The biggest focus on seafood in Alaska has got to be salmon and crabs.1. California
Despite Delaware having incredible seafood…well at least nearby, it’s a shame we’re not number 1. Furthermore, we don’t even make the list. But that’s okay, New Jersey didn’t beat us. California holds the title for best seafood in the States. Most importantly, San Diego. San Diego as well as Santa Barbara are home to some of the most exquisite seafood restaurants and markets we know. It’s home to so many different species and all of them are caught fresh and prepared daily.
