My buddy and I felt like lobster so we googled a random lobster restaurant and found this, I do not…read moreregret coming here because it was delicious and I highly recommend you try it out.

The Lobster Cave is one of those places that has an amazing reputation and I was intrigued to…read morefinally get to try it after years of wondering what it's actually like. We had a lovely lunch here and of course indulged in their seafood delights. I had a bowl of mussels to start followed by scallops in cheese sauce, with a bonus side of lobster tail. It was all lovely, fabulous and beautifully presented. Service is slick and professional, and overall this restaurant has a relaxing atmosphere. For me though it loses a star because their menu is one of the most convoluted and un-readable I've seen in a long time. There's about 3 different lunch menus and it's not easy to see the options available. They'd be better off doing a lunch menu and a la carte.

This joint gets unconditional praise via social media so naturally I wanted to judge for myself…read more The play by play of my impromptu visit to the Crab Shack is as follows: 1. Parking right out front - any Melburnian would know that this is a first world win considering it's Fitzroy! 2. Restaurant dining area all to ourselves (even though it was peak time) - thanking Stakes Day for this. 3. Servers always greeted you with a smile and also accommodated our request for a candle on our banana split (celebrating a b-day). 4. Ambience is very chilled, no loud music polluting your conversations and the distance between tables is considerate so you don't have strangers invading your personal space. 5. Food was plated quickly and it was a beautiful looking spread. Ironically I'm allergic to shellfish so I had their signature fried chicken with mash and waffles. Final verdict: I gotta say after all the publicity the chicken gets on Broadsheet, Instagram and general word of mouth, I felt that it didn't live up to the hype and I was underwhelmed. Overall I still rate my Miss Katie's Crab Shack experience very close to top marks because I really enjoyed the side dishes like the watermelon salad, fries + blue cheese sauce, cornbread (with actual kernels inside) and the dessert specials! I'm definitely not going to penalise them for my inability to eat crustaceans. My mates raved about the soft shell crab sliders and the seafood broils which was a visual feast itself. Extra points for the trendy bibs!

Bit noisy win the 'comedian' on stage on a Friday night. Friendly staff and really good all around…read morevibe. I love the real hole in the wall joint that the spot has too, very different from most spots here in Australia. Prices are reasonable for servings, bar prices even more so. Flavour wise, the base is alright, a little watered down from the real thing and not as hearty as the original but still a decent copy as you're able to spice it up with the green or red Tabasco that's provided. I ordered the single crab boil with no chorizo. Staff are great about substitutions as they have a varied menu including vegetarian and vegan options. I'll be back to try more of what's on offer.

We've dined here a few times now, chasing the memory of the incredible calamari we had on our very…read morefirst visit. That first plate was unforgettable -- perfectly tender with a crisp, light coating that we couldn't stop talking about. Since then, it's been a bit hit or miss with the calamari. My son ordered the kids' calamari on one visit, which wasn't quite the same, and on another visit, we ordered the regular calamari again but the coating was falling off a bit -- still crispy, just not the same magic as that first time. The fish dishes, however, have been consistently excellent. The crispy whole snapper with red curry sauce was hands down my favorite -- beautifully cooked, packed with flavor, and the perfect balance of crispy skin and tender flesh. The whole King George whiting was rich and satisfying, and both the grilled barramundi and baby snapper were fresh and well prepared. Service has been solid on every visit -- friendly, efficient, and attentive without being overbearing. We usually sat outside, which made the experience even better with views of the waterfront and a laid-back, breezy atmosphere. Overall, a great spot for fresh seafood -- when it's on, it's outstanding.

Food was great and the service was good also. I highly recommend this restaurant! The location next…read moreto the Yarra was perfect!

- came recommended by one of my tour guides - its a lot more…read morespacious I the back you might not know it exists upon first glance - one waitress in the front - service is kinda slow in the front - fabulous sangrias - huge portions sizes - claypots are good, and hot (temperature-wise) as hell - king prawn is delicious to can be greasy once to cools down - the crab platter is to die for, its some of the best rice iv ever tasted it could feed three

I have spent a number of cold nights here being warmed up by both the mulled wine and unique…read moreatmosphere of Claypots. I never thought that I would live to see the day where I could go out late at night for a drink, order halva whilst I enjoy the smoky sounds of a local pianist as a toy train travels above. I don't know why I haven't been next door yet for dinner because I have heard so many good things about it. It is defiantly on my list of places to eat next.

More of Australia's ocean bounty done right…read more Note: Australians take great pride in taking all seafood from sustainable fisheries predicated on responsible management. Part retail fish market, part casual eatery and known for incredibly fresh, gigantic hot and cold combo seafood platters and for the adventurous, do it yourself selections. Great selection of uber fresh, creamy Sydney rock oysters and a crisper, "cucumber" like flavor of Tasmanian selections, perfect natural with their house sweet chili, lime, ginger sauce whose acidic grip makes the clean oceanic flavor shine. The Harvey Bay scallops just cooked through, with a yielding texture, the candy of the sea. Served with a cauliflower puree that is not necessary but adds to the richness. A simple pot of very plump mussels in a creamy white wine sauce also satisfying. Do not pass up the Moreton Bay bugs. Very fresh, tails split and grilled with a lemon butter, good eats. Grilling amplifies the oceanic flavor while the lemon butter adds richness to the tender tails. A crayfish in creamy, cheesy, monray sauce also a great way to enjoy Australia's crustaceans. The flavor of the barely cooked through tail meat is kicked up with the addition of an intense lobster / seafood stock to the monray sauce. Finally fish, lots on offer but do not miss the chance to try the deep sea, Antarctic Glacier 51 toothfish. Large, oily, dense, white flakes with incredible clean, sweet flavor similar but more intense than a cross between scallop and monkfish. Sublime when simply grilled. Fish dishes do come with two sides but those are completely unnecessary. Efficient, friendly though abrupt service. All good as you get your food. While there are probably even better places to indulge on Australian seafood, as a visitor with limited time, Richmond Oysters delivers in spades.

Awesome restaurant and they also sell their produce on the side…read more The flavours are simple and letting the freshness of the seafood do most of the talking. Our waiter was great, recommending what to eat and what wine to have etc. We decided to stop by for a dozen oysters, and it ended up being a huge meal..... We had the saganaki, a dozen oysters and a grazing platter which has oysters, bugs, prawns, sashimi, salmon rillets. Everything felt so fresh and delicious.

Absolute best summer meal! Grilled fish with a fresh tasty salad, not only is perfect to have on a…read moresummer day but it's healthy and delicious! (Those are two words that don't usually accompany one another!) The service is great and I've always left feeling great. On days where I do feel like a good hearty fish and chips they know how to do that so damn well too! Great food wether you want a healthy meal or looking for something a little oily and filling :)

Surprising to see this one so highly rated. The quality of fish and chips was like any other…read moreinexpensive fish and chips eatery for a price that isn't justified. Will save our time not to review it.

The first time I've ever tried battered fish with rice. It could be better with a little but more…read moreseasoning. The fish is fresh, crispy and nice. Beautiful tartare sauce and fried parsley! I'm a big salad fan and I've got to say the salad was a big let down even though the presentation was amazing. Very friendly service though.

Tank screams :Nice and easy weeknight dinners and casual weekends lunches, and it does not…read moredisappoint Whenever I come I always get the Calamari, so tender and delicious and definitely a favourite of my family. No chewy stringy dry calamari rings here, somehow they've cracked the code of cooking succulent and juicy calamari. The old school fish and chips is always a winner and reasonably priced, comes with fresh and tasty salad that's not just a garnish. The tank for two is just the right serving. If you are feeling something fancy you can even try their crumbed oysters. Tap water available and tables are cleaned quickly. Thumbs up!!!

Awesome fish & chips place! The fish was very fresh and everything was cooked to perfection. The…read moresalads were delicious (quality ingredients and damn tasty). The portions are huge but they provide takeaway containers if you can't finish. The staff are super friendly and kept coming around to check up on us even though we were sitting outside. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, though it did get pretty crowded during dinner time. I ordered the Grilled Seafood & Salad plate which came with a whole filet of fish, 2 prawns, and like 5 calamari strips on top of a bed of salad (I got half garden salad and half Hunky Hero salad). I usually can't eat that much food but it was so delicious I finished my entire plate and then some :) If you upgrade your salad like I did, I would definitely recommend getting half and half otherwise the portion of the salad is huge. Ketchup and chili sauce is free here but sauces like tartar, aioli, etc. are $2 each (for a little saucer). There's a couple of locations around Melbourne so check to see which is closest to you!

After spending the morning at the market we wanted to get food before walking over to the gardens…read more It was easy to order on the kiosk and the food came fast and hot. There was so much food so we shared a few different plates. Everything was tasty. Calamari was probably our favorite! If you're in the area we suggest going.