This city institution, whose name translates as "oyster bar," has earned a solid reputation for impeccable seafood. Fish and shellfish are delivered twice each day, practically guaranteeing quality. Preparation varies but often encompasses frying, grilling, and the like. A few meat dishes are available for die-hard carnivores. Casual meals are served downstairs amid fish tanks and tilework; upstairs, more elaborate surroundings accommodate those who desire special-occasion dining.

Served amid marble furnishings and ceiling murals, Le Pêcheur's seafood (delivered fresh daily) is a special treat. And while the menu doesn't go overboard with culinary excess, it does ensure perfect preparation. Take, for example, tuna carpaccio, which gains silky richness with duck liver mousse, or sauteed scallops, which benefit from a dash of Sauternes. Lobster is also available, and daily specials and prix fixe menus further expand the options. Outdoor garden dining is sublime on warm evenings.

If you're in the mood for convivial atmosphere and some of the best seafood in town, Lucius will more than deliver. This appealing restaurant garners well-deserved praise for its multitude of dishes, including fresh shellfish, lobster, and Dover sole. An awe-inspiring shellfish plate beckons to hearty appetites, and set menus provide three courses of affordable delight. Other representative fare includes Scottish salmon, grilled butterfish, steamed lemon sole, French and Dutch oysters, and a mixed fish grill.

Sluizer actually consists of two restaurants, one that specializes in seafood and another (steps away) that focuses on meat dishes. Both are incredibly well-thought-of and stay busy regularly, serving delicious food that's prepared fresh daily. Convenient to nearby theaters, Sluizer features such location-appropriate fare as steamed mussels, Belgian fish stew, and fish filets dressed with mild sauces. On the varying menu, you'll also find vegetarian options and favorites that never go out of style.

Striking, black-and-white-tiled floors and ambient lighting add drama to this fashionable restaurant, which has a contemporary flair and a way with seafood. Inspiration culled from around the world colors calamari salad, marinated salmon with roast beets, tempura prawns and escargots, pan-fried mahi mahi, and almond-herb crusted salmon. Other options include boiled lobster, grilled tuna, bouillabaisse with Gruyère, and even sautéed beef tenderloin for the uninitiated. An outdoor dining terrace and chef's menus are also available.