Small place with a very busy kitchen. They also sell fresh food products and ingredients for ppl wanting to cook at home. I'm partial toward the crab cakes though - especially since that's the only thing I've actually had here . They are BOMB! They guy behind the counter also put me on to the boom boom sauce and I'll never forget it. Can't wait to visit again. read more

The lake perch dinner is amazing! I always ask for two extra pieces because I eat at least two pieces before I pull out of the parking lot! The staff are knowledgeable, personable and professional. read more

I love the carry out fish dinners!!! They are made fresh and when you get them they are piping hot!!! Highly recommend the carry out fish. Last time I was there I bought some smoked salmon and my spouse ate it and didn't feel well so we won't transport it back to Wisconsin Dells anymore. read more

I can't believe we've never been here! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The store has a great selection of different types of seafood, fish, and more. We just stopped in to check it out so we didn't buy too much, but we will absolutely be back. I'd like to try one of their hot fish meals. We got the shrimp cocktail and the shrimp and scallop cakes. My husband said that it was some of the best shrimp he has ever had, and he eats a lot of shrimp! The shrimp and scallop cakes were very flavorful and not too heavy on the breading. They were very easy to reheat in the oven. Looking forward to ordering some carryout meals soon! read more

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I was there to get some fresh fish. While there, decided to takeout dinner. Fish sampler was a good way to try out many types of fish. Cod was my favorite followed by perch. Crab cake and onion rings were ok. Fresh fish was in general a lot more expensive than grocery store prices. read more

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Egg rolls were not good at all. Mushy and tasteless. Crab cakes were awful. I won't pick up again. Not worth the price

Have been buying all my crab, shrimp and scallops from here for over 20 years! Never disappointed!

Great place for fresh seafood or a hot carry out to go. You can call ahead for pick up or order in person at the counter. They have a nice array of fresh fish, shrimp, scallops, etc. it's quite pricey. They also have a freezer full of frozen choice and a deli case with crab dip, salmon spread, egg rolls, crab cakes, smoked fish and more. A variety of fish and seafood are available for carry out. They are all deep fried and can be ordered with fries and a side of slaw. There is a daily catch of the day which consists of 4 different types of fish, fries and slaw. They also have a daily soup choice. My favorite meal is a cup of clam chowder and an order of clam strips with fries. They always have big meaty clams and the portion is generous. It's served with cocktail sauce. I always ask for tartar sauce for the fries which comes at a small charge. My husband usually orders the daily combo or perch. He said both are very good. To be fair, I originally gave them 4 stars but pulled one back as they open at 11:00am and never have their soup ready and available at that time. Very frustrating for customers. read more

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Wow! We really enjoyed our fish fry from the Seafood Center! Tasty fried cod and fried shrimp. Great fries. The fresh Cherrystone Clams we ordered for our family clam boil were amazing! We will definitely keep this place top of mind for our seafood needs! read more

We had a big family gathering and needed 10 pounds of frozen lobster tails. Rather than trust those mail order companies and worry about where to store them once they arrived, we decided to order through the Seafood Center. I talked to Brandon, Scot and Tom, first to get information, second to order and third to check if the lobsters had come in. All three were so helpful and the 8-10 oz lobster tails were beautiful! They moved the tails from their freezer to their cooler to thaw for 24 hours before our 10AM pickup, and the lobsters were still slightly frozen for our one-hour travel time. When we arrived at the reunion, the lobsters were perfect for cooking....we baked them for our crowd of 20. We were so pleased with the quality of the lobster tails, the service we received, and we are so thankful we have this wonderful Seafood Center in our community. read more

For a simple fish market that sells and serves fish, it's not bad. I had the Cod Basket...three pieces of fried cod over fries. The breading is crispy, although a little saltier than I prefer. Fish itself was overwhelmed by the salty breading but overall for the price of 7.99 plus tax, it's better than what I've had at this price point. Agree with others, friendly service indeed. North Sea Fish in London is still the best in my memory... (see my other review). I'll check it out again in a couple months. read more

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Quality fresh and frozen seafood is what The Seafood Center is all about. Fresh cocktail shrimp, sea scallops, and halibut were excellent. The salmon also looked fantastic. They carry plenty of different spices and sauces to complete your meal. This falls under " you get what you pay for" so the prices are at market for the quality you get. If you try them, I think you'll notice the difference! read more

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I've have going to the Seafood Center since it was on Fordem Avenue, but hadn't been there for a long time. I bought the stuffed shrimp that were so good I had to buy a box of them too! Friendly staff and very reasonable prices. read more

Excellent selection and if they don't have , they will get you it! Knowledgeable staff will educate you on what works well with what you pick out and Scott once offered me his shoe instead of buying a pack of alligator. Alligator was good when deep fried but yes it has some tough parts read more

Great fresh fish. Delicious fish fry. Best French fries in town. Always has excellent customer service.

Incredible selections of fish very fresh . The take out was wonderful pre Covid time so hope this will be something g they can offer again soon .If you have lived in other places and have had real sea food fresh you will love it . read more

5 reasons I'll be back. 1. Great attitude and service. Guy behind the counter was super nice. 2. Seafood is a bit pricey but it's good. 3. Ordered fish & chips (fries) and they were good. Portion was small but not bad. 4. Ordered Chowder which was good & crab cake. Crab cake was really good but again a bit pricey for the size. 5. Over all, good experience. read more

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Excellent service with the best lake perch. Coming from the Fox Valley, where Friday lake perch dinners are legendary, I am grateful this option is available in Madison. read more

We like this place and the food is always good/tasty. We like to stop for a quick fish fry on the way home once in a while and everything we get is good. Unfortunately it's a little far from my house and it's never as good buy the time you get home but we can't blame that on the seafood center! Everything we bought raw and cooked later for parties etc. has been amazing great flavor and very fresh read more

My go to for any seafood cravings! Lump, jumbo crabcakes? Yup, got those. Jumbo pieces of Friday Fish Fry? Uh huh. Delicious, golden-fried, jumbo shrimp dinner with fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce for only $6.99. YAAS! Freshly shucked, jumbo scallops? Ayeaye! See a trending word here ;o) Seriously these guys are the best, so friendly, our fish fries are always heaping in portions and piping hot. It doesn't get much fresher or better than this! read more

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Of course, I looked to see if there were any seafood markets in Madison. I was surprised that there was! They had a wide variety of fresh seafood, which is great. I came in originally to get the halibut, but hah, I'm trying to save money so I wasn't looking to pay $27.99/lb for it. Nothing wrong with the price, just wrong with my wallet. I opted for the cod instead, which was $8.99/lb. The cod was very flaky and good. We breaded it and fried it, and it was good. I am definitely going to come back to try the cooked food here. It sounds like that is what's up! read more

I saw this place rated highly on Yelp and had a hankering for some Fish and Chips so I headed on down there. The place is small but they look to have a lot of great fresh seafood pickings. My food was ready when I got there. I wanted lunch and dinner so I got a shrimp fish and chips for lunch and a cod fish and chips for dinner, with a side of pasta salad and some New England clam chowder. They were out of warm soup but I got the cold and re-heated. Everything was superb, the shrimp was was large and the fish was very crisp and best of all, not greasy at all. You'd hardly know it was fried in fact as it wasn't the least bit greasy and therefor didn't taste of grease at all (a common problem I've had at some places where I get fish and chips, greasiness=queasiness). Fries were simply delicious, I usually throw some away as I'm not real big on french fries but none of these saw the trash can. The pasta salad was amazing and the soup was fantastic as well. They also had a big basket of lemons of which I bought for desert (I love to eat raw lemons) and they were quite tasty too. All in all it was about $30 for everything. Not bad at all considering it was top quality and delicious and I got about 3 1/2 meals out of the whole thing. A fantastic value. I don't eat seafood like this alot but I'd eat here a ton if I was a Madison resident. The only con I can think of is I'd like more of the chips (batter-not fries) like Long John Silvers gives you when you get their cheap fish. Add that and this place would be absolutely perfect. Remember - carryout only! NOTE: On my pic of the shrimp fish and chips dinner I did eat a piece of the shrimp before I took the pic so take that into consideration as to how much shrimp you actually get with the meal. read more

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Overall, it was a pretty good experience. The staff was very friendly and helpful! I ordered the calamari with onion rings. The calamari was pretty good, but both it and the onion rings were a bit overdone. Hopefully it was a one time thing, and I hope to go back and try it again soon! read more

I went to the Seafood Center on Saturday. The staff were great but the cod dinner was awesome.

Well I must say I am a bit disappointed in my experience here. I will say the service was really good. My food came out within eight minutes. The counter service: everyone was really nice pleasant despite it being very busy. And I thought the prices were pretty good. Reason for my disappointment; the fish fry just really wasn't that good. The overall flavor was not very good, the breading was not the best, and the fish just seemed either overcook or something but it just didn't taste that good . There are definitely better options for fish fries in Madison. read more

An excellent selection of seafood! Some absolutely beautiful fish and really helpful, knowledgeable, and nice staff. They have some cooked items as well (can't speak to that as I'm into the fresh stuff for my own cooking needs), and I know where I'm going to go for any random seafood related paraphernalia... Oyster knives? Got you. Obscure seafood seasoning blend? Check. Pro tip: if you have something in particular you're looking for, like clams, call them ahead of time and they'll make sure they have it and set it aside for you! read more

Best fried fish in Madison! Great taste, great value! Who knew fried salmon would be so good?! The fried skate wing here is probably the most delicious fried seafood experience I've ever had. Get a crab cake, too! With big lumps of crab, you won't believe it's only $4! read more

Stopped by yesterday, 1st time. Got some excellent walleye. Sure, its not cheap but you get what you pay for. Thanks.

We've been going to the seafood center for years. They have a nice selection to fresh fish and other seafood. They also make a lot of other homemade foods and dips. They also do food for take-out. I got it though for the first time today. I ordered the 3 piece cod with fries for $7.50 ish, a super good price if you ask me. The fish was really good, perfectly breaded for my taste, not too light but also not over breaded and super crispy. The fries were good, pretty standard. The surprise was the tarter sauce and side of coleslaw that I'm suspecting are both homemade. Both super yummy and really complemented the fish and meal. I will definitely be ordering carry out again, you just can't beat the price for the tasty, quality food you get. read more

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Great stuff you can't get elsewhere at all or as fresh. They have a lot of turnover bro Do not, however, get the fish fry unless you like grease read more

I really liked their lobster bisque I got for lunch today. however, there was absolutely NO lobster in my pint of bisque. I think they forgot to stir the pot. read more

I love this place. First off, I'm a HUGE fan of salmon. Their lox is my main draw. Get the good-lookin' whole filets if you're hosting a spread, but otherwise, the trimmings are just as tasty, and much less moolah. When I'm in the mood for a fish fry in the summer, I go here for the perch and take it to a nearby park. They'll fry just about anything up for you, and it is TASTY. The frying oil they use is changed often, so you never get that nasty sludgy-ness that can happen elsewhere. They get a perfect score. This is not a sit-down restaurant. You order and then go your own way. But man, it's one of the best fish fries in Madison, so if you have somewhere to hang out and eat nearby, seriously, give it a try. Today I stopped in on a whim for some lox and asked if they had roe. OMG THEY HAVE ROE!! I snagged some of the red flying fish roe so I can top my sushi bowls with it for the week. Adds a whole 'nother level to my lunchtime. Finally, their sushi-grade selection is fantastic. I trust them infinitely more than most of the other markets in the area. The fish here is always top-notch and fresh. read more

I love this type of of deli grocery with prepared foods concept. There is every kind of fishphernalia you could ever want: fresh and frozen seafood, condiments galore, fresh baguettes, and a case of seafood treats for taking away or eating in at a small table near the window. I came in for a quickie lunch, and was greeted by a very patient and friendly fellow behind the counter. Definitely a good front of the house type. I chose the deep-fried large shrimp plate which includes fries and coleslaw ($7.99) and spend a few minutes browsing all the goodies. I will definitely make this my go to spot for fresh fish and seafood, after being disappointed with some other Madison sources for same. I doubt I will ever have to sniff the goods before I buy them here. My order was delivered by the friendly counter chap no more than 10 minutes later. The battered shrimp was perfect-serving of six. Delicious batter. Very crunchy outside and buttery clean hot shrimp inside. The bed of fries were fine, and the thimble of coleslaw OK. I asked about the batter, and as it turns out they sell the batter mix. I doubt for the reasonable prices here that I would try to make my own at home. I'd prefer to come here. Everything comes together quite nicely here, the high quality fresh ingredients, the fair prices and value, and most important, the flavors. Seafood Center will be on my tops list for everything fishy. read more

I ordered a single fish and chips dinner. The cod was fresh and it was breaded and fried perfectly. The price is very reasonable for the quality and the location is super convenient for me to hit on my way home. I'll definitely be going back! read more

Do you like seafood? SEE FOOD! No, but seriously. If you love fresh fish but you're not in the mood for trout, blue gill, and other local freshwater species, Seafood Center is where it's at. Located in an unassuming strip mall (like so many other gems in Madison), I was greeted by friendly employees and two display cases bursting with clams, salmon, wahoo, mussels, crab, shrimp, and even some Dabob oysters! I nabbed some wild Alaskan halibut for only $16.99 a pound--sometimes this is a steal even in my hometown of Seattle. I perused the "to-go" menu of various fried treats and chatted with the owner. Upon hearing that I was new to town, he said he wanted to do for me what someone did for him when he first moved to Madison. He wrote down a list of a few hidden gems--specialty food stores--that I should check out. Score! All in all, in the land-locked Midwest, Seafood Center reminds me that it's a small world after all and a taste of home is just a plane ride away (in a refrigerated case of halibut). read more

I'm a first timer today... and I'll be back. What sticks out about the place? The freshness, the very nice employees, the options to buy cooked or raw fish, the deli type of set up with everything you may need to make your fish, the stuffed shrimp, the fries, the calamari ,and the price! As fresh as the cod was, I must say it was lacking in any flavor besides oil. Everything else had a mild but pleasant flavor... but not the cod. I'm still giving this 5 stars because of the quality of everything else. I'll be back to try something else because I feel certain that I'd be getting quality and freshness here! read more

The best place to get good seafood in Madison. The staff here (and their other locations) has always been very friendly and knowledgeable. We go here for fresh oysters and sushi-grade fish among other things. They also have a good carry out menu with mostly fried seafood. Fish fry is good and the fried scallops and other shellfish are cooked perfectly. Never chewy. The first time we here was the first time we were making sushi at home and not only did we get great fish, we got a lot of advice about making rolls and a great recipe for a spicy tuna roll. It is expensive, but its madison and until they start pulling tuna out of lake mendota, it will always cost more. read more

Pros: Fresh, good quality fish, decent prices Cons: ? We love stopping at the Seafood Center for some fresh fish to take home and bake for a cozy, fancy, stay-in dinner. Prices are reasonable, and the selection is good. They also remove the guts for you, which I really appreciate. Definitely one of the better (if not the best) seafood markets around town. read more

One of the best seafood markets in Madison, with competitive prices. The rating is based on available options in the Madison area - this isn't Pike Place or anything. They have both frozen and fresh seafood with a very nice selection. They carry the standards, like salmon, various whitefish, shrimp, scallops, live and frozen lobster, crab legs, etc., but also have some of the harder to find items like sashimi grade tuna, opa, blue marlin, skate wing, swordfish, prawns, clams, and oysters. I think they're the only place in Madison that carries Laughing Bird shrimp. Now I can't guarantee that they'll have everything listed there when you go, as they do have somewhat of a rotating inventory based on availability and fishing seasons, but I've always been able to special order something if they didn't have it. Monday through Saturday, they also have carry out, if you're looking for some fried catfish, or shrimp, or cod, or calamari - that kind of thing - check out their website for a menu: http://www.madseafood.com/Carryout.nxg They also have smoked fish available. There is no seating, pick up only. There's other seafood-related sundries there too, like marinades, sauces, breading, spices, and sides if you need ideas on preparing the main dish. The staff is very knowledgeable, and can help you with recipe, cooking, and pairing questions. They'll also skin the fish for you too if you ask. They have an Old Sauk road location (which I think has some tables if you're looking to eat there) and a satellite in the Willy St. Co-op, but I prefer the Whitney Way store - if only for familiarity's sake. read more

Called for carryout and rec'd a quote of 20 mins. Arrived a couple minutes early and paid for my order. Then stood in the store for 20 mins (40 mins since order) waiting for my food. Finally asked someone where my order was; it had been sitting under a heatlamp since before I arrived. I asked "is this going to still be hot?" The counter help replied "yeah it will be fine." Well it was not fine. Everything in the order was of course stone cold. I immediately called the store and was met with a bunch of lame excuses about how busy they are. Well, you'll be one less customer busy in the future. I will not be coming back. read more