Experience AZ magazine is Arizona’s go-to travel and adventure guide, showcasing the best places to eat, stay, shop, explore and experience across the state. Here are five amazing seafood restaurants in Arizona, as featured in the latest issue of Experience AZ.

Bluewater Grill

Since opening in Newport Beach in 1996, Bluewater Grill has become a beloved family of seafood restaurants dedicated to pristine, sustainably sourced seafood. The menu celebrates the ocean’s bounty, served with both classic preparations and modern twists. Partnerships with local fishermen ensure freshness and sustainability. More than great seafood, Bluewater is about the connection between guests and staff, fishermen and chefs, and the community that makes every location feel like home.

Information: bluewatergrill.com

Salt Cellar Restaurant

Salt Cellar Restaurant has been a Valley staple since 1971 and well-known for its unique location. Down three flights of antique stairs, the dining room is a seaside hideaway. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of seafood offerings from locations around the world, secured seasonally by owner Richard Hue. Along with his wife, Cindy, the pair owns and operates Salt Cellar and share their passion for this one-of-a-kind dining experience.

Information: saltcellarrestaurant.com

Buck & Rider

At three Valley locations, Buck & Rider is all about freshness and craft. Seafood arrives daily, flown in from the coasts, and pairs beautifully with hand-cut steaks and a lively raw bar. Warm service, great cocktails, and a relaxed but polished vibe make it a local favorite.

Information: buckandrider.com

Chula Seafood

Bringing ocean-fresh flavor to the desert, Chula Seafood is family-owned and known for its direct-from-the-boat quality. The menu highlights poke bowls, tacos, smoked fish, and daily specials, all built around sustainable catches. Bright, casual, and welcoming, it’s a go-to spot for seafood lovers across the Valley.

Information: chulaseafood.com

Ocean Prime

Walking into Ocean Prime is stepping into a restaurant experience people talk about long after dinner ends. Ocean Prime delivers exactly what great dining should be: Memorable food, impeccable service and an atmosphere that makes every meal feel like an occasion.

Information: ocean-prime.com