Great little lunch counter. Prices are good, food is fresh and comes out fast. It's self serve, but…read moredon't let that deter you. I tried a few things, the Crab cakes, broiled crab, bacon and chicken gumbo, and the crab and lobster cake sandwich. For the sandwich be sure to order whatever fixings you want with it, they're al a carte. The gumbo was delicious and a touch spicy. The fries or collards were the best sides I tried. If I had an improvement, the hushpuppies are a little dense and could use a little lighter batter. Don't miss out!

Ordered the 1/2 bushel of crabs didn't know how much it would be but glad I did ate for 2 days…read more Flavored just right. Lots of meat service great, you smell fish when you go in but don't let that stop you. You will go nose blind to it in 5 min. Also had soft shell crab sandwich. Yum.

I always enjoy the food here. As far as I know, most, if not all, of the menu is fried, so keep…read morethat in mind if you're looking for healthier options. They offer sandwiches that come with two hush puppies and dinner plates that include three sides, such as French fries, hush puppies, and coleslaw. They also cook food to order, including crab balls, deviled crabs, crab cakes, crab egg rolls, shrimp, scallops, whiting, trout, tilapia, croaker, spot, oysters, soft-shell crab, flounder, and more. They also have lunch specials and even chicken nuggets for those who don't want seafood. A few things to know before you go: Cash only--- no credit cards, debit cards, checks, or EBT. Bottled sodas are $1.60. Canned sodas are 80¢. Bottled water is $1.00. I've never had a bad experience here. The food has always been good, and people who come here seem to love it. The customer service is friendly, especially the lady who works the counter. During my last visit, they had run out of a couple of items I wanted, so she gave me a complimentary crab egg roll to try. I appreciated the gesture, although the crab egg roll was just okay in my opinion. The dining area is simple and nothing fancy, but it's clean. They also have an open kitchen window where you can see the food being prepared, and everything looked clean from what I could see. The only thing that stood out to me was that the fans outside could use a good cleaning. They're open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and are closed on Sundays. They're conveniently located across the street from the fire station, with buses stopping nearby. If you're a seafood lover--- or you're looking for live crabs--- I'd definitely recommend giving this place a try!

Friendly owners and amazing seafood platters. The food was fried just right, not oily and the oil…read moredidn't smell stale. The crabs were great!!

It took us 10 months to purchase some seafood from Captain Harrells, but we did it today! I wanted…read moreto pick a time that it was not crazy crowded. I wanted time to read the board and learn how they are operating due to covid. I loved their set up. You pull up, park and get out of your car to look at the whiteboard menu closer. Once you know what you would like, head to the door and knock. Someone will open the door and take your order. So simple! TIP: CASH AND CHECK ONLY! Today I had a sweet lady take my order and package it all up. She wore a mask the entire time, as so did we. She was helpful at showing us what a deviled crab looked like, and help explain other items. I really appreciate that she took the time to do that. It makes me want to come back and purchase more when businesses do that. There was also an older gentleman inside enjoying a crab cake sandwich. He had the biggest sweetest smile ever. He was a happy a can be with that sandwich, and I was definitely jealous! The crab cakes were delicious. I'm making something with the meat on Friday. Just not sure what yet. Another little bit of information, they have a restaurant that opened a few months ago. They have good food! It is just down the street near the Food Lion.

Ordered 3 pounds of medium, peeled and deveined shrimp. They were prepared perfectly and tasted…read moregreat. Definitely order from them again.

If you are in the mood for seafood and drive past this place you should slap yourself, and then…read moreturn around and go back. Food is consistently good. Unexpectedly good. Best hush puppies I've had anywhere, with no exaggeration. It has all the aesthetics of a repair shop waiting room, but still welcoming at the same time. And I hope they never change. Everyone who knows good places to eat already understands that most of the time the establishment doesn't come with distractions from the food. Personally, I like my family owned restaurants straightforward. They clean the shrimp. The scallops are buttery. The catfish is fried just right. Again, I hope they never change. Footnote: if the parking spots are full, there's a reason for that - A loyal customer base.

Excellent seafood! Try it you will not be disappointed. The parking is not ideal be careful.read more

As always, Bill Forrest Seafood never disappoints! Best…read morecrabs, either cooked or right from the basket, they are always perfect! Their fish and other shell fish is the best.

My go to for fresh seafood!!!! Always look forward to the soft shell crabs and alligator sausage.read more

I've lived across the street for 18 years. I support local businesses always friendly great prices…read moreand selection.

Always the freshest in town! Great service and great taste. Been around for several years, support…read morelocal

DeMaria's Seafood is the nearest fishmonger to my sister's home in Newport News. She regularly buys…read moreher fresh salmon there when she makes dinner for friends and family. I stopped in to see if they had blue crabs, so I could have two dozen steamed/spiced for my drive back to Philly. I originally planned to stop at my favorite place in Rehoboth Beach, but when I called in advance to place the order, I learned the the shop was closed this week so their family could travel. Unfortunately, DeMaria's didn't have any blue claws, because according to the owner/manager, her brother didn't set the traps in Chesapeake Bay to catch them. Too bad, because I probably would have taken their entire catch. But, I learned on my trip home that the three other crab shacks I stopped at on Delmarva were all closed on Monday, if not Tuesday as well. My crab karma just wasn't working. I accepted my fate with a smile, knowing both I and those beautiful Blues would live to enjoy another day.

Amazing oysters and sashimi grade salmon. I drive from Williamsburg for their seafood.read more

The establishment is located in a strip of stores In Portsmouth. The guy was friendly that took my…read moreorder. I ordered fried shrimp and oysters. The food tasted like the grease was old and made me sick.

Absolutely frickin DELICIOUS !! I couldn't even believe it. I was a tourist in ton for work…read morefunction, and was craving fried seafood .. when in Rome I suppose,, And good LORD I was NOT disappointed. I recommend!! Don't worry about the neighborhood , focus on the food!!!