Picking the “best” seafood in Texas feels like starting an argument on purpose.
You have Gulf Coast classics, no-frills shacks that somehow beat fancy spots, and restaurants people will drive hours for without thinking twice. Some places keep it simple and perfect, others go big with platters that barely fit on the table.
The common thread is that moment when the food shows up and everyone at the table goes quiet for a second. Texas might not be the first place people think of for seafood, but the ones who know are not missing out.
1. Lotus Seafood Texas
Houston’s diversity shows up beautifully on the plate at Lotus Seafood, a spot that brings bold Asian-inspired seafood cooking to the southwest side of the city. The energy inside is always high, with large tables of families sharing plates and the kitchen firing out dishes at a pace that keeps things exciting…