We're very fond of fried fresh catfish. I wish I took a photo of our catfish from Ward's Seafood Market & Take-Out, Clearwater FL (Apr 2026). The fish was made with a very thin, light batter which is a good thing, adding a light crisp to this fresh sweet not-fishy-tasting fish. You could get it as a sandwich, but the dinner was 2 filets for maybe $2 more and enough to share for lunch with plenty of piping-hot fries. Delicious and generous! We always look for their specials :-) read more

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The shop is very well stocked with a large variety of fresh seafood. It was clean and did not smell of seafood past its prime. We bought clams, mussels, tuna, scallops. The gentleman who waited on us was knowledgeable and very friendly. The prices were about what I expected but after going back home and cooking an enormous amount of seafood , it was well worth it. Would highly recommend this place! read more

If you want some amazing seafood and prepared sides and meals come here! Bring your pocketbook cause it's not cheap but so delicious! Recently they're blackened mahi sandwich has not met my expectations. They literally just burned it and did not season. It may be a new chef. I don't know.. four stars because it's super expensive read more

Although it is a bit of a drive, any fish you cannot find in your area, you will find fresh at Wards! Clams from New England, fresh fish from the Gulf, and the Atlantic is available! They also have a selection of fresh vegetables, wines and sides! Your dinner is here, all in one place at Wards....Step through the door and be greeted! read more

Small place, 40min away from me. Called and they answered my questions before driving there. The place is clean, very well organized and the staff are extremely attentive. Was given time to browse and when I looked up they were there to help. I bought 2# of PEI mussels. These were not prepackaged like other places. These were hand picked, no dead ones at all. Asked about the sweetest shrimp and bought a pound of them. Great selection of seasonings to purchase. Girl at the register asked if I wanted ice for the mussels, and double bagged the order. Out of the 2# I bought I lost 4. Great tasting, plump quality mussels. The shrimp were amazing also. I will definitely drive the distance soon for more seafood. It is my go to seafood shop now! read more

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I bought one pound of crawfish and this was all I got...most of it was all heads and no body. read more

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Everyone loves this place, freshest seafood around, been in business for years, my favorite is just about everything, and it's great to support the locals read more

Great prices, so many options. We bought the tuna and red fish and both were amazing! Wish I took pictures. Def go try them out if you want Fresh seafood. read more

Always fresh friendly atmosphere clean and lots of variety to choose from. Ready freshly cooked seafood is a must try.

Good place for fresh seafood although it is not inexpensive. The service is very good and the people behind the counter are helpful. I bought fresh cod last week and was informed that the cod delivery was every Thursday so, good information for the next trip. I was disappointed after purchasing frozen crab. It had not been properly handled (possibly not even by Ward's) before being frozen. I won't buy it again. But their fresh seafood is better than any grocery store, for sure. read more

Great fresh seafood. There meals are pretty epic also. Thank you kindly. W need 85 characters to post this review so I'm just adding an extra sentence that really adds nothing to the review. But, do check out Wards. read more

Best seafood selection in the area! I love the fact that one of the staff members stays with you for your entire order. They always have a huge selection of different sizes and types of shrimp. And almost every type of Grouper available in the area. And a huge variety of pre-made salads, dips, crab cakes and lots of other super yummy side dishes. read more

LOVE the staff here. My goodness, so attentive and happy to answer questions. Didn't try to rush, and gave excellent advice. I'm traveling home tomorrow, so I'm taking some seafood with me, and they gave great advice. Also ordered a pound of steamed royal reds. Bag of shrimp for dinner for us! What a great way to end a trip. Thank you, Ward's! read more

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Ward's seafood is an incredible find in Largo, FL. If you're looking for fresh seafood or cooked, you can find it all at Ward's! We recently stopped at Ward's to pick up fried fish and chips. They have portion sizes for big eaters as well as small. The best deal is the Captain's Fish & Chips special. It comes with two meals comprising four fillets of Alaskan pollock served with french fries, lemon, tartar sauce, and coke slaw for $13.95. We then drove 15 minutes before eating, and it was delicious! Previously, we ordered grilled grouper sandwiches, and they were excellent as well! Ward's is everything a fresh seafood shop should be: It's packed with all types of seafood and cheerful people. Cases of seafood line the length of the shop. Though it's a couple miles up from the beach, it looks like it belongs on the docks. read more

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Great smoked shrimp spread! Excellent conch fritters and coconut shrimp! Seafood lasagna was good. I look forward to trying more of their deli offerings as well as their fresh cooked menu. read more

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Seafood fresh and service great. Great place to park so you can get in and out.Love it.

This fish market is a hidden gem in the area. I was able to find sushi grade tuna to make poke bowls from home- this was difficult for me to find as grocery stores nearby do not have sushi grade fish. The service was quick and attentive. Will be returning to try other cuts of fresh fish. read more

Best place to buy seafood near Clearwater! Bought some shrimp to cook on the grill and it was really fresh and easy to peel and clean. Very affordable and much cheaper than eating out every night read more

Large variety of fresh fish, salads, clean place, fast service. I certainly recommend this place for all your fish needs. read more

Ward's Seafood Market is a friendly and welcoming place where the staff is very helpful in answering questions. During our visit, we picked up shrimp, grouper, and halibut for several meals this week. We also tried their amazing octopus salad, which was a delightful addition to our purchase. read more

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They got a great selection of fish/seafood. They also have frozen ones, and seasonings for your needs! The staff are nice, some can give you a weird vibe. But mostly nice. They also have already made food, too. Lots of parking space. They have fresh local fishes like grouper and snapper. read more

Disappointed in the food, but the selection of seafood was excellent. I ordered the crab cakes dinner plate and it was 90% flavorless filler material (assumed bread crumbs) and $17.95 is lot to pay for a plate of bread crumbs! The side of coleslaw was fresh but equally lacking as was the tartar sauce. And the rice was ok but, as with everything else in here, it lacked flavor. Friendly and helpful staff but that won't make up for the below average food. read more

Has a lock on door and only after vetting do they allow you to come in. Strangest place ever !

Great place to get fresh sea food. The pre-made foods are have too much junk/crap ingredients in them, so I pass.

Disappointed in the medium wild shrimp No other comment Have always been satisfied in past Always excellent service read more

I have stopped by for takeout several times for their blackened mahi sandwich. I have never had a better mahi sandwich anywhere. Highly recommend this place for great food, fresh seafood and always friendly service. read more

I bought 2 dozen little neck clams and when I went to cook them the next day 20 were dead. In the trash. It's a typical fish market atmosphere, older building. Most of the staff very helpful except for the woman who assisted me. I was very disappointed as I drove from St. Pete to get some fresh clams. Turns out the ones I purchased at Publix were great. read more

The display case is an incredible amount of different fresh fish . We chose to have our fish cooked into a fish dinner and it was just marvelous the best piece of fish I've had in Florida stay up for very helpful and friendly. read more

Food and service are great! Thanks for your hard work getting my food done right and very efficient staff from counter to kitchen!

Another trip to Sarasota and first place we went. Great dinner as always. Was joined this trip with my wife and daughter. We all had great meals and still a cool cozy little piece of heaven. Stopped in before we left to get a cooler of fresh fish to take home with us. read more

Best seafood in town! We love their fish and chips special. Their fish spread and shrimp are also top quality and taste and they're the only place to get fresh live Maine lobsters. read more

Fresh seafood, great service, good prices! Can't wait to come back! They have a big selection of lobster, shrimp, fish, crab, clams, and tons of fresh premade seafood. Fun light ambiance. read more

This place has the freshest seafood. We purchase their fresh seafood to prepare at home. But, we get an order prepared by them (whatever fresh seafood you select) to share on the way home. The hush puppies are perfect and the seafood cooked to perfection. read more

We have bought seafood from them two times both times loved it. We will be back. The crabcakes are to die for.

Exactly what you expect from dice good quality fish and chips. Nice and crispy fish and fries, and fish is not bland either:) I'm pretty sure they use fish caught that day or the day prior. Fresh for sure though read more

I really like this place being from Md where there is nothing but seafood - took my mom here and she was excited - love those coconut breaded shrimp. Service is always amazing when Im there. Definitely feeling this place!! read more

Best fish market in town. We visit tampa/clearwater often and never miss going to Ward. High quality seafood every time. Great service too

Awesome service! Thank you Antonio for being so nice. I will definitely be back! I ordered the Captain's fish fry special and it was delicious. Never have I gotten take out and the fries were still crispy and delicious when I got home. Mind you I had a 35minute drive. The fish was crispy outside and the fish tasted fresh and was flaky. I also picked up some clams, a crab cake that I can cook at home and some snapper. The fish is definitely fresh. Stop by and try for yourself! read more

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Just came here to say that their fish and chips are the best in town. Truly excellent. Lightly breaded (battered? I don't know. That's how light it was. Also, now I'm questioning if I'm certain of the difference. To the dictionary!! ‍). I'm pretty much off carbs and deep fry stuff these days, but if I'm going to fall of that wagon, I'll be making sure I park it in front of Ward's first. read more

I go to Wards at least once a week for some variety of fresh fish. On my way to the register I always have to pass by the prepared food case and each time I always eye the crab cakes. Well this past week I gave in and purchased two for my husband and me. We were not disappointed--they were DELICIOUS!!!! read more

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