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If you're looking to chow down on some seriously great seafood, look no further than Siesta Key.  This beachside getaway boasts some of the best seafood in the state with a variety of fresh fare including oysters, crab, lobster, and more.  Read on and discover our picks for the best seafood restaurants in Siesta Key.

Captain Curt's Crab & Oyster Bar - Captain Curt's Crab & Oyster Bar is a Sarasota dining institution well-versed in serving up some of the most delicious and fresh seafood in the area.  Stop in for a huge variety of seafood favorites and delicious drinks from their one of a kind tiki bar.

Lobster Pot Restaurant - New England style seafood is the name of the game at the Lobster Pot Restaurant on Siesta Key.  The Lobster Pot's won numerous accolades and awards including the top spot at the Taste of Sarasota for their delicious seafood fare.  Menu highlights include Maine lobster rolls and a variety of fish sandwiches, boiled or broiled Maine lobster, fried oysters, New York Strip Steak, and more.

Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar - Easily the most fun seafood restaurant on Siesta Key, Daiquiri Deck Raw Bar provides a variety of seafood, beach-inspired drinks, and good vibes all around.  Of course, the Daiquiri Deck is well known for its signature daiquiris in flavors like Deck Diesel and Rum Runner, but the seafood stands in a league of its own with everything from raw oysters to grilled Mahi Mahi.

Siesta Key Oyster Bar - Raw oysters on Siesta Key don't get much better than the ones at Siesta Key Oyster Bar.  In addition to this, Siesta Key Oyster Bar serves up a variety of fresh seafood, cold beer, live music, and tons of fun.

Crab & Fin - Crab & Fin is the place to be for a delicious and upscale assortment of seafood on Siesta Key.  Menu highlights at Crab & Fin include Wild Alaskan Halibut, American Red Snapper, Florida Stone Crab, and more.

There are plenty of seafood restaurants in Sarasota and Bradenton to choose from, but Siesta Key certainly has several of the best!