Best oysters around. Get there early if you want to try their lobster rolls. They sell out quick! read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Best oysters in town. Love that you can order them fresh they bring them over to you at the bar. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Not a question you hear everyday in AZ, "where's the best lobster roll?" But if you've ever heard of Nelson's then you know this humble establishment is the ONLY place to get the real deal. The lobster roll is gently seared to perfection and stuffed tight with chilled chunks of lightly dressed lobster. This was more than we could of imagined. The lobster roll from Nelson's is a dream come true in the Valley of the Sun, an absolute must try. read more

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Love the lobster rolls, poke sandwich and freshness of all seafood for sale in the store

best fresh fish in AZ. Been coming here for about 4 years now. I only get the salmon or tuna Ban Mi, its my favorite fish sandwich in all of AZ and probably only challenged imo by the capital grill Steak Sandwich for overall best sandwich in AZ. Go 1/2 Jalapeno or none when they are in season or your mouth will be burning. read more

I've been a vegetarian for over 10 years and for some reason I've been craving really good quality salmon. Obviously the desert isn't your ideal place to get good-quality seafood, So I searched for the best I could find and i decided to try out Nelson's. I was super impressed by this place. I almost didn't want to go myself because I was worried the shop would smell too fishy and gross me out. This place is so clean and doesn't have that fishy stench most places have. They have a small selection of high quality goods (which is my style.) I called ahead and asked some questions and the guy was super nice and helpful! I brought the salmon home and cooked it up, it was so delicious and honestly the best salmon I've ever had. I read a few reviews mentioning the price point, but I believe this place is well worth it! read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Delicious salmon! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I have been a huge fan of Nelsons fish for years. Never disappointed in the freshness and quality! We have always wanted to try the meat, but just couldn't pull the trigger with so many beautiful fish options. Last night, my wife brought home a beautiful Ribeye steak. We were so excited to finally try the beef. We cooked it to a perfect medium rare on our Traeger grill. To our huge disappointment, the steak was tough and very chewy with a gristle vein running through. Maybe we picked the wrong piece? I don't know but, For 75 bucks, there shouldn't be a wrong piece! This should be restaurant quality at that price point! So bummed! We will be sticking to the fish. read more

$40 for one sandwich. unfriendly service. lacked flavor. tbh this place was featured on Apple Maps for "Phoenix Must Eats" by a Chef I respect but now I feel like this only made the list because they're friends. Came here ready to spend the $$$ with no reservations on how much this sandwich costs. Now if you're going to sell me a $40 sandwich at a fish market, it better come with equally quality of service and flavor. Unfortunately the service was below par, the sandwich was small, the lobster lacked any memorable flavor and the bread was overpowering and masked any potential for a moist sandwich. Please save your $87+ for a QUALITY meal that won't leave you still hungry and completely dissatisfied. read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Amazing food! The lobster roll was so delicious. Expensive, but worth it. Great service. Super friendly employees. read more

Tuna poke Meh... worst poke we've had in a while Ceviche mild... not worth the price they charge read more

Yummy salmon and trout. Can't wait to try more species. Friendly and helpful service.

So finally got a chance to go here today and gotta say I was not wowed by this place. So the good- seafood is fresh and good variety, well it may seem pricey to some the freshness makes up for the price. Now for the bad- lacking lacking lacking in flavor! We got the Bahn Mi very bland and bread seemed off, we also got the Shrimp salad bun, it seemed to be missing something but I will say it did have plenty of shrimp and filled the bun. We also purchased the octopus salad and the fish smoked dip- will never buy again! Octopus salad was so salty we couldn't eat it and the fish dip was sooooo bland, like the put all the salt in the octopus salad and didn't have any left for the fish dip! Service- they were fantastic and very helpful! read more

Fresh seafood is expensive in AZ, get over it. It's about quality and they know it and take care of their customers. I highly recommend them over others like Chula if given the choice. They also do events like a crawfish boil which is nice. Try it out and make the decision for yourself. read more

Given our geography here in the desert, its quite understandable why there aren't many fresh fish markets to be found here in the valley. With the nearest major body of water at least 6 hours drive from here, your best bet for fish is usually to head to your nearest grocery store chain. But owner Chris Nelson was apparently determined to use his lifetime of expertise to do the fish market his own way. And he's clearly won over local food publications and Yelpers. It was also conveyed to me that Nelson's makes a pretty heavenly Banh Mi sandwich. And so I went in search of this magnificent sandwich for lunch on a Saturday. You'll find Nelson's tucked right next door to The Wandering Tortoise on the south side of Indian School Road, just east of 24th Street. Parking here is almost non-existent so be prepared to park up to a block away and walk (especially during the mid afternoon) as both Wandering Tortoise and Nelson's draw a crowd. Nelson's space is small, but straight forward. On your left side, the front counter, with tons of fresh fish in the display case along with Chris and his staff making fresh fish cuts and sandwiches to order. On your right side, a small seating area for 10, as well as a pair of refrigerators with dozens of fish products as well as vacuum sealed fishes (and even some steaks) to go. A steady stream of customers was coming in and out as I arrived and it continued throughout my visit. The menu behind the counter changes with what's in season, but usually involves one or two sandwich options, some snack options, and a daily special. Oh, and you can also get freshly schucked oysters if you're game. Chris himself was up front and took my order. I of course came for the Banh Mi sandwich and today's daily poke for the sandwich happened to be fresh tuna. The sandwich is topped with cilantro, pickled veggies, and chilis. Total cost for the sandwich including tip came to about $12. When Wandering Tortoise is open, you can have them bring your food to you while you enjoy drinks at Wandering Tortoise. As Tortoise wasn't open yet as of my visit, I decided to dine in this go around (though I've been to Tortoise and its absolutely worth a visit if you love craft beer). Sandwich was ready less than 2 minutes after I ordered. They were super generous with the amount of tuna and it was fantastic. The chilis gave it a little heat, but not overwhelmingly so. The veggies gave it a clean crisp finish with a little extra crunch, and the bread had the perfect mix of crunchy and chewy. Dynamite sandwich, and a healthy portion of fish to boot. Next time I'm here I'll probably bring some friends so we can share Nelson's giant seafood tower. If today's tuna is any indication, then Nelson's would definitely be my goto if I need to get a big order of fish for an event. With everything from shrimp, to sea bass, to oysters, to mussels, to salmon, to swordfish, to octopus, to yellowtail, to haddock, to halibut, to various pokes and ceviches. It's the closest thing to an oceanside fish market that I've found in the valley, with Chris sourcing his product from literally all over the world. Grocery stores can handle their seafood products just fine most of the time. But for seafood quality on a whole 'nother level with attention to detail from a guy who's made fish his life's work, come to Chris' place. read more

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I was able to get to this part of town on a wed and was craving seafood. Now I know we live in a desert and there is everything happening in the world right now but 35$ for a 6 in lobster roll It's a bit much read more

Blah, blah, blah!! To all those who leave them bad reviews because of price. This is the desert! Nelson's is first class, the fish, seafood and meats are are meticulously chosen to WOW! Extremely high quality and FRESH always. When I can afford it, I get it! The staff is super friendly and helpful if you you can't decided what to pick and answer any questions you may have. NO BETTER FISH RETAILER IN THE VALLEY PERIOD! Thank you Nelson's!!! read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Nelson's Divers Scallops in my Scallops with Saffron Sauce O'Henry! Delicious!!!! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

FRESH FISH - is all that I can say! The fish is super ono, big size cube as it should be. It is expensive but, you are paying for the quality of the fresh fish. There are alot of places here that says they sell poke and its really not at all how we make our poke back home in Honolulu, where Poke originated from. In fact, how Poke began (short version) was just a bunch of uncles coming home from work, some are fishermen and they would go out to the ocean and lay their fishing net. Collect the fish, bring it home, clean/cut the fish to actual bite size cubes add some hawaiian salt, limu action from the ocean and there you have it...Hawaiian Poke! Granted the seasoning is definitely a Nelsons Meat & Fish seasoning and not our kind of hawaiian seasoning but, to have just a tad bit of fresh fish cute in cube size (POKE) in Arizona, yah its a plus. Especially, on a hot summer afternoon sitting in traffic, it really helps being happy on the road to home..hahaha read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Amazing FRESH ahi (tuna) poke and some ono tako (octopus or we say hee) poke mixed with some Nelsons meat & fish seasoning... - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Really disappointing that we have supported you from the very beginning but appears you are getting to big to take care of the little guy anymore In the past you have always been willing to cut fish for sashimi but apparently no more Gotten pushback a few times in the past but today refused to cut 3 different types of fish into sashimi For the prices you charge you would think you would provide this service Off to your competitor who is not as close but always very accommodating Real shame this is how we are treated after supporting you all this time read more

What can 1 say other than AWESOME! The best Fish Mkt n the entire valley. The fish is displayed well. It's always the freshest available. The Staff is very well versed and knowledgable on their products and the interaction is courteous, friendly and very professional. The Nelson Staff gets it...."They care!" I guarantee if U go once U will keep going back! I'm salivating for their new Scottsdale location to open at Acoma n Scottsdale Rd on sw corner as I live 12 minutes from it! I'm sure it will have the same great service here as well! Kudos to Nelly for getting it right on all facets of the operation. read more

Got ripped off by clerk. Had $100 gift card. Bought $85 worth of seafood. Clerk says there is a zero balance come back next time and see if there's a balance! I was born at night but not last night! read more

Wanted to love this place, have been following their Instagram for awhile. Their social media game is on point bc it compelled us to drive 35 min but it was underwhelming. And super pricey. Tiny place, they only allow 5 inside with a required mask. It was hot outside so to stand and wait was annoying. It need to blow us away. It did not. The Bahn mi was on the wrong bread. It tasted tough- like a ciabatta needing toasting. Poke pieces were cut to large to eat on a sandwich. And there was not a ton of tuna. The gravlax was pretty disappointing as well. Just kind of dry and nothing special. Sorry to say this and I hate leaving bad reviews. We will stick to Chula from now on. read more

Simply the freshest seafood in town!!!! Their chowdah is awesome and you have to try the lobstah rolls when available . You have to get there early for those !!!! Great variety of the freshest seafood around !!!! Hell, they even have fish taco kits on Tuesday's that you can pickup and take home to enjoy!!!! Great variety of some great steaks too!!!! Just because we live in Arizona doesn't mean we can't have fresh , and I mean fresh .... seafood!!!! Great environment and the guys there are all very helpful . Great recipes too!!!! If you're wanting fresh seafood, then this is your best bet in town!!!! You simply will not be disappointed!!!! read more

Amazingly fresh blue fish. Welcome to Scottsdale! This is a definite repeat meal. Great flavor.clean plates all around. read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Nelson's Blue fish with NMF mustard sauce on a salad of fennel and mizuno with mandarin orange and Calamansi dressing. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Located on 24th and Indian school some of the freshest seafood in town. They have both fish and meat I myself focus on the fish. They make a fresh ceviche daily which is amazing! They also have a poke as well. Then they have a variety of fish always fresh and what's in season. They will cut you fresh sashimi if requested. They work together with the pub next door. You can eat at the shop or next door at the wandering Tortoise were you can grab a beer or some wine. (They will bring the food to you) for seafood lovers this is the place to go. read more

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Stopped in to check it out. Holy Moly!!!! Yea, this place is legit. Chris (I believe) greeted us and gave us the run down on what the shop is about and all of the fresh fish and where they come from. I can honestly say, I will likely never go anywhere for seafood ever again. I was so surprised upon entry. No overwhelming fishy smell or any of the "expected" fish in the desert. It's nice to know that they know where their product comes from. I am so stoked right now and I wanted to buy some of all of it but I am not heading straight home.. Sure, the quality is so good I could eat it all before I get home but not today :-D Way awesome! If you're looking for fresh fish and it isn't Sunday or Monday I highly recommend going to Neslon's. They also have certified prime Angus beef options available, some duck and some pork. read more

Went the the brewery next door and thought to walk inside to see what Nelson's had... oysters are sooo good! Salmon poke was delicious. Such a great idea to have this next to a brewery read more

OMG!!! The lobstah roll at Nelson's Meat + Fish on Wednesdays is AMAZING and soooo delicious! It was our first time visiting and it is the best we have had in Arizona and one of the top rolls we have ever had. And it's on Noble Eatery bread too!! Mmmmm mmmmm. Make sure to get there early as they till typically sell out by 1:00 PM; note we got there around 11:15 am and waited outside in masks and in a socially distanced line for about 30 minutes. Without a doubt, worth the wait and we also picked up some seafood for dinner tonight. . read more

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Hidden gem! Really surprised by the options they have here. They're super friendly and informative. I'm the type of person that asks lots of questions so it's nice to meet people who are happy to help. It's a higher dollar amount but it's the quality that matters. Next time I come back I'll try something off of the menu. read more

I am so excited about this place. Just want to say, first of all, your experience there is top notch. Everyone is so friendly and just awesome. But the fish they have is honestly some of the best fish I've ever eaten. We bought a snapper and some halibut to take home- totally fresh. No fishy smell, just smelled like the ocean. Which is crazy- we are in Arozona!!! So to find a gem like this is such a sigh of relief! I can get the same, honestly, if not better, fish but literally the only thing better would be if you caught it yourself and that's still comparable. Seriously guys, just go there, give them your money. It may sting a bit at first but you'll be super glad you did once you grill the fish up!!!!! Amazing and I'm super thankful this place is right here in Phoenix!!! read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

I just went to Nelson's for the first (and last) time as I've always wanted to try their lobster roll sandwich that they boast about. I walked out with my lobster roll and just over a lb in halibut when the realization hit that my bill was $108!!! I knew I had paid $70 for halibut and driving home I realized the sign just said "halibut"... not "Alaskan Halibut" which made me realize they are seriously over priced. At $70 for 1.3 lbs that's a high price for halibut that wasn't even Alaskan! Then the fact I paid $34 for a sandwich...a cold sandwich at that and personally it was kinda bland, perhaps served warm with melted butter would've been a bit more worth it, at least the option should be there. It's a cute market and I like that it's in Phoenix and it keeps at least that part of town not as run down looking so that's why I gave it 3 stars instead of 2. read more

Saw the great reviews on Yelp. Can't get good quality sushi grade fish in Phoenix but this place has it. Including Toro. Got a few slices. Not as good as what I had in Kyoto but still pretty amazing. Also tried their poke banh mi- salmon poke today- great flavor, fresh and great bread. Thicker, heartier bread than typical banh mi but still amazing. Also got a couple of oysters. Fresh, not fishy at all. They could up their sauce game for people eating in- no wasabi for the sashimi and no horseradish for the oysters- but all in all this place has great fresh fish if you're interested in trying to make some seafood at home or for stopping by for lunch, or in my case, breakfast. I will be back! read more

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Crudo was phenom and the oysters were some of the best I've had in a long while. Super duper yums!

Nelson's is the best! Service is amazing -- seafood is always fresh and carefully prepared. Getting our order and taking it next door to the Turtle is always memorable and enjoyable -- where I meet customers and friends! read more

I was in need of something light but delicious to go with my beer at neighboring Wandering Tortoise and had seen Nelson's in passing for a while. Walked in and was met with a sweet selection of fish to choose from! The prices are pretty steep but it's the quality you pay for--fresh seafood from all around the world. I went with the smoked salmon dip and added some crackers which totally hit the spot with my triple IPA. Can't wait to return for some additional seafood, especially some poke! read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Smoked Salmon Spread w/crackers - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Wandered into Nelson's meat +fish yesterday evening. Christopher walked me through the shop and showed me his fresh selection of fish. Very impressed by the quality and freshness of his freezer. Bought a 2.5 lb New Zealand greenbone butterfish. He wrapped it up, put it on ice, and gave me detailed instructions on how to prepare and grill this bad boy. Grilled the fish today and WOW! I'll definitely be back, so happy to have found this place! read more

Did not disappoint!! It was so delicious. Plus the service was A+++. Very friendly and patient (1st time there ) Can't wait to go back. Wish there was one on the west side. read more

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What can I say. You get what you pay for. I can't stop coming here. This is the place to go. They have a sweet deal on oysters every Thursday. Fresh fish everyday. When I want quality I come here. read more

Amazing, Anytime you can get seafood this fresh it's a great day! They get their stuff flown in caught that day. Their seafood is never frozen and you can taste the difference! Incredibly fresh! Probably why they won best seafood in Phx two years in a row. They have Lobster roll Wednesday or Lobstah! Roll! Haha it's so good. Definitely want to try their ceviche and poke. Friday they have New England clam chowder in a bread bowl. I gotta try that as well! I will be back! read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Lobstah roll! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Excellent seafood and fun atmosphere. Lots of fancy beers to choose from and wine. Also, very reasonably.

This place is amazing!!! Love you Nelson's! Their fresh fish and meats are just out of bounds as guy fiery would say!) to die for!!! The scallops were sooooo good! read more

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Delicious food. Best place to purchase seafood in all of Phoenix. We frequently (when Covid isn't happening) get their seafood towers delivered to wandering tortoise Nextdoor for happy hour. Very popular among my coworkers. Highly recommend read more

Nelson's Meat + Fish - Seafood towers from Nelson's at Wandering Tortoise. Best seafood in all of phoenix. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona