Fishtown Seafood Reviews Summary

Quality and Selection of Seafood

Pros:

• "Hands down the very best seafood in the city. Ethically sourced and exceptional quality."
• "Everything is super fresh and the quality is incredible."
• "The quality and selection of seafood is wonderful."
• "Probably some of the best tasting tuna I’ve had."
• "The sushi grade fish quality is EXCEPTIONAL!"
• "Their scallops are out of this world and honestly the best i’ve ever found."
• "Some of the best quality fish you can get in the city."

Cons:

• No negative comments regarding the quality and selection were provided in the reviews.

Customer Service and Knowledge

Pros:

• "Bryan was super helpful and knowledgeable as this was our first time buying oysters to shuck ourselves."
• "Everyone at Fishtown Seafood is so knowledgeable about their products, their sourcing, cooking practices, etc."
• "The owner, Bryan, is incredibly knowledgeable and makes fantastic recommendations without trying to oversell you."
• "Bryan is such a genuinely great guy."
• "The owner could not be more friendly or knowledgeable."
• "Knowledgeable and helpful staff who will enthusiastically provide assistance."
• "Bryan is incredibly knowledgeable and always willing to offer advice, tips, and tricks to make sure you're getting the most out of your purchase."

Cons:

• No negative comments regarding customer service and knowledge were provided in the reviews.

Sustainability and Environmental Impact

Pros:

• "They even have a program where you can return your oyster shells and they use it to help build back the nearby beach."
• "Their focus on sustainability and having a low carbon foot print is an added bonus."
• "Every step taken here is thoughtful and sustainable, making sure to minimize their carbon footprint."
• "Love having this spot in the neighborhood and that all of their seafood is sustainable and ethical!"
• "This place takes steps to care for the environment globally and the neighborhood locally."
• "The owner (bryan) cares so much about the sustainabliity of everything that goes on the shelves and is eager to share his knowledge with you."
• "A business that walks the walk in terms of seeking justice and building community."

Cons:

• No negative comments regarding sustainability and environmental impact were provided in the reviews.

Value and Pricing

Pros:

• "Don’t miss out on the salmon belly. Sometimes I don’t even want to go out for sushi anymore because I know Fishtown Seafood has better (less expensive) salmon!"
• "Great selection of products, amazing quality, and reasonably priced."
• "Felt like I was getting away with something given how reasonably priced they were."
• "Bryan's oyster selection covered all varieties, and the prices were very reasonable."
• "Great quality and very fair prices."
• "Everything I've bought - fresh, frozen, tinned - is absolutely delicious, affordable, and of amazing quality."
• "Delicious, high quality and fairly priced."

Cons:

• No negative comments regarding value and pricing were provided in the reviews.

Community and Educational Engagement

Pros:

• "A neighborhood gem! Every time I go to Fishtown Seafood I learn something new."
• "Had a great time at the Oyster Shucking 101 class with Bryan! Learned a lot and got to take oysters home to practice."
• "We learned a ton about oysters, shucking, ethical fishing practices and sourcing of seafood."
• "We took the oyster shucking class with the owner Bryan and he was incredibly informative and welcoming."
• "Had the opportunity to learn a bunch about oysters from store owner Bryan."
• "My wife and I took an oyster shucking class on a Friday night and it was highly educational!"
• "Bryan gave myself and friends an AWESOME tutorial on oyster shucking for my Birthday!"

Cons:

• No negative comments regarding community and educational engagement were provided in the reviews.