Virginia, United States Food Guide: 5 Seafood food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Roanoke

June 7, 2020 Franklyn Hardiman

Find out what Seafood restaurants to try in Roanoke. A 100-foot high star atop a mountain and visible from miles around welcomes you to the "Star City of the South," a great beginning for your weekend getaway to this city rich in culture, history, fun and entertainment. Close to the star is the Mill Mountain Zoological Park, where you'll see the endangered Snow Leopard, Amur Tiger and Red Wolf, along with 40-plus other animal species. The Center in the Square is the city's cultural hub, where you can catch a Broadway-quality show at the Mill Mountain Theatre or hear the celebrated Roanoke Symphony. Museums are everywhere, and whether your interest lies in art, history, science or transportation, you'll find a museum to match it. The Harrison Museum of African-American Culture honors achievements of African Americans and includes an impressive African exhibit. For underground delights, head over to the Dixie Caverns for a 45-minute tour of breathtaking cave formations, after which you can browse through pottery, rock and mineral and other shops. There's something to keep you occupied and entertained every minute in this environmentally-conscious, friendly and very welcoming Virginia city.
Things to do in Roanoke

1. Regency Dining Room

Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center 110 Shenandoah Ave., Roanoke, VA 24016 American, French, Seafood, Healthy Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Jazz Bar +1 540-985-5900 http://www.HotelRoanoke.com
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4 based on 432 reviews

Regency Dining Room

Celebrating More Than 75 Years of Southern Hospitality This autumn, The Regency Room will be rich with bountiful colors and fresh ingredients as Executive Chef Stephen DeMarco and Chef de Cuisine Colin Lloyd introduce their new Autumn/Winter Menus. Make a

Reviewed By freespiritedone

This is a very elegant and upscale restaurant! Jesse was friendly and welcoming as we entered. Brody was a friendly and excellent server who anticipated our every need. We loved the banana foster! Josh also helped us have us have a wonderful dining experience!Dear freespiritedone, thank you for your review and for choosing the restaurant for your dining! We are honored to have you as a guest and are delighted you enjoyed the service! We strive daily to present the absolute best in product, service and experience and are delighted to see it presented in a review! I will share the kind words with our team and hope you'll be back to visit again soon! We look forward to your return and serving you again. Sincerely, Brian WellsGeneral Manager

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2. The Quarter

19 Salem Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24011-1407 American, Bar, Seafood, Cajun & Creole Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Live Music +1 540-342-2990 http://www.thequarterrestaurant.com
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4 based on 209 reviews

The Quarter

Reviewed By Sarnremtp

For almost the last year we have been coming to the quarter because it’s the only Cajun restaurant in the area that had a REALLY decent etouffe. It’s still list on the trip advisor menu, but they have removed it from the menu. When I asked they said they didn’t have the ingredients to make it anymore. Sad thing is the things it takes to make it are staple ingredients included in many of their other dishes. They’ve lost a customer who used to come several times a month and ordered through one of the delivery services. So sorry to hear of your disappointment at the loss of the etouffe. We enjoyed the dish as well but unfortunately it was not a great seller. We would have been happy to make it for you but to make it properly all the ingredients need to simmer in a pot for a few hours. Keep an eye on our Facebook page as we plan to run etouffe as a special periodically.

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3. Harbor Inn

7416 Williamson Rd, Roanoke, VA 24019-4239 American, Seafood Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Serves Alcohol 540-563-0001 http://www.harborinnva.com
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4 based on 156 reviews

Harbor Inn

540-563-0001

Reviewed By travelover000

We love good fried seafood - especially fried mini shrimp. This place had really good fried mini shrimp. I ordered the lighter portion and it was plenty for me. It came with a choice of potato (I chose fries), hush puppies and choice of slaw or salad. It was nice to have salad as an option instead of paying more for it because I don't eat slaw. I would have tried the desserts, but I was too stuffed.

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4. Cabo Fish Taco Roanoke

14 Campbell Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24011-1430 Mexican, Southwestern, Seafood, Fusion Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +1 540-206-2180 http://www.cabofishtaco.com
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4 based on 29 reviews

Cabo Fish Taco Roanoke

Cabo Fish Taco offers a unique blend of Baja Mexican and Southern California cuisine. Serving fresh, made to order, Seafood, Chicken and Steak seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Cabo is a full service restaurant, boasting one of the biggest tequila b

Reviewed By Mike O

We thought the tacos we had here were very good; updated contemporary flavor combinations with a twist. Our server, Katie, was a pro. She knew the menu, made helpful recommendations, was super attentive, and was as nice as can be. We were disappointed with the restaurant's website; the menu there was not consistent with what we were given at our table, and it did not list any of the beers available on tap. We were also disappointed with the reservation situation; when we arrived, the employee at the host stand informed us they don't take reservations for groups of four. She dismissed the fact that Chris Wade, the Cabo Operations Manager, has responded to our email reservation request for four people, "I’ll have your name written down at the host stand."Hey MikeThanks for the review and feedback. I am happy that you enjoyed your tacos and very disappointed that the hostess did not honor your request. We do not normally take reservations for smaller parties, but I was copied on that email and noticed that Chris confirmed it. I will definitely find out what happened and get to the bottom of it. So sorry for the confusion. I will let Chris know also. Hopefully you did not have to wait long and that you will not let this mistake stop you from visiting us again. Hope to see you soon.Thanks,Gary

5. Red Lobster

3529 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014-2201 American, Seafood Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Wheelchair Accessible +1 540-343-1549 http://www.redlobster.com
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4 based on 79 reviews

Red Lobster

Reviewed By SinLoi

Red Lobster is nicknamed "Dead Lobster" for a reason. At very best, the food is only fair. Everything has been frozen at some time or another and has that been-frozen taste, IMO. Maybe not that poor dying lobster drowning in his own excrement in the tank out front. Though alive, he is dying a slow death. They are boosting prices as their quality goes down. They are increasing their dishes with shrimp in them but who knows where it is farmed and raised? Thailand? I'm not eating it. The staff is great, I wonder if they are ashamed of the dishes they place before customers? They ought to be. I have travelled very widely and know what good seafood is. It is much better to educate yourself on how to prepare it yourself and do it yourself at home. Good luck finding truly fresh seafood in Roanoke Virginia. It is not at Red Lobster.Hi, SinLoi. We're sorry to hear that you were unsatisfied with your meal at our Roanoke restaurant and we'd like to learn how we can make this better. Would you be able to give us a call at 800-562-7837; Monday–Friday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM ET so that we may learn more about your experience?

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