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Seafood is a pretty standard cuisine in coastal states but you can find delicious seafood anywhere in the country, regardless of proximity to large bodies of water. With so many seafood restaurants to choose from, it's hard to know where to start. Fortunately, Tennessee has plenty of incredible restaurants serving up tasty dishes that will make seafood lover happy.
Using reviews, awards and accolades as well as first-hand experience, LoveFood compiled a list of the "best seafood restaurant" in every state, from shacks serving ultra-fresh dishes to lauded establishments with stellar cuisine.
According to the site, the top choice for all of Tennessee is Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar. This eatery, which has locations in Knoxville and Gatlinburg, is dedicated to crafting delicious meals, and the results speak for themselves. Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar has three locations in East Tennessee. Find your nearest one by visiting the restaurant's website.
Here is what LoveFood had to say about this popular seafood spot:
"Chesapeake's brings East Coast vibes to Tennessee, with two locations in Knoxville and one in Gatlinburg. Live Maine lobster (steamed with butter or stuffed) and Maryland crab cakes are just two examples of the theme coming to life. Nautical décor, including real artifacts and antiques, carries it further and sets the scene for a seafood brunch, lunch, or dinner. Brunch is a popular choice at the Downtown and West Knoxville restaurants."
See the full list at lovefood.com to read up on more of the best seafood restaurants around the country. You can also check out our previous coverage of the Tennessee eatery named the "best restaurant" in the entire state.