Fresh seafood in the middle of the desert sounds like a setup for disappointment, yet one Phoenix spot has built a loyal following by flipping that expectation on its head. Regulars keep coming back for a raw bar stocked with oysters, tuna, and scallops that taste like they were pulled from cool water hours earlier.
The place runs on a counter-service rhythm, sells fresh fish to take home, and rotates its menu with whatever arrives that day. What started as a San Diego operation has since grown roots across the Valley, and this location has become a go-to for people who crave the coast without leaving town.
Stick around, because the story behind this seafood counter is as interesting as the food it puts out.
Where the Coast Meets Camelback Road
Tucked into a busy stretch of central Phoenix, Chula Seafood Uptown sits at 100 E Camelback Rd #172, Phoenix, AZ 85012. The address puts it in the middle of the action, easy to reach whether you are running errands or making a special trip for fresh fish…