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The Sea Depot
Welcome to The Sea Depot, a hidden gem located at 750 E Chatham St, Cary, NC. This establishment is dedicated to serving only the freshest fish and seafood, fulfilling the cravings of seafood enthusiasts in the Raleigh-Durham area. With a warm atmosphere, The Sea Depot melds a family-run charm with culinary excellence, providing diners with an experience that goes beyond just a meal.
Customer reviews speak volumes about the quality and taste of the dishes served here. Evelyn Dreyer praises their bass, ideal for fresh ceviche, declaring it “delish” and expressing eagerness to return. Kianta Morrison reflects on the joy of discovering this remarkable spot, where guests have the unique option to pick their seafood and have it cooked exactly to their liking. The satisfaction of enjoying spots and croakers, paired perfectly with coleslaw, leaves patrons raving about the experience. With a welcoming staff led by LeeJin, The Sea Depot continues to thrive as a beloved family business.
Raul MacBeth highlights that The Sea Depot holds the title for the best fish and seafood in the area, noting the consistently fresh offerings. The cooked dishes are served hot—both in terms of temperature and spice—ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. The friendly vibe makes this place a comfortable hangout for seafood lovers. Roosevelt Ettson shares his first-time experience, having ventured from Durham to savor the soft shell crab sandwich, which did not disappoint. The fried red snapper stood out for its seasoning and moistness, complemented by perfectly cooked shrimp. Determined to return, he echoes the sentiment shared by many—the allure of The Sea Depot is undeniable.
Alex De Lara's experience captures the essence of this establishment. After just one visit, he found himself “hooked.” With a variety of fresh fish available, customers can choose to dine in or take out. Dining at the small counter while enjoying fried scallops and trout with seasoned fries and coleslaw exemplifies the idea of fresh, comfort food. The hot, delicious meals served here solidify The Sea Depot's reputation as a seafood haven.
If you're in the Cary area and seeking quality seafood with a personal touch, The Sea Depot invites you to come by. With friendly service and flavorful dishes, it’s clear that this establishment is not just a place to eat; it's a community cornerstone where every meal tells a story.
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“ Bought some bass for fresh ceviche and it didn’t disappoint! Delish and will be coming back ”
“ Let me tell you. I was super glad to be reminded of this gem . Where else can you pick and have them cooked to your liking. Thank you, LeeJin, for keeping your family business open after all these years. Y'all better go check them out. Oh, and I was so busy eating I didn't get pictures until the end. I enjoyed spots and croakers with a side of Coleslaw 10/10 recommend. ”
“ The Best Fish & Seafood you can get Raleigh, NC. The Fish is always fresh and if they cook it is very tasty. The cooked food is fresh, hot (temperature wise), tasty. You can get the cooked food hot (Spice Wise). The new staff is very friendly and extremely helpful with any needs. It is a very welcoming and friendly place. Feels comfortable. I always love coming to this establishment to get Seafood or cooked food. ”
“ I've never had a soft shell crab sandwich before, so i ventured from Durham into Cary to give them a shot. And i wasn't disappointed for the first time coming to this establishment, the soft shell crab was very good. But the fried red snapper was excellently seasoned and very moist. And the shrimps were great as well, i shall definitely return. They fry what you want, nice. aka Brooklyn Roe. ”
“ Been there once and I'm already "hooked" :-) All kinds of fresh fish you may want. You can order to go, call in, cook at home, or heck, there is a small counter with 4 stools you can sit and enjoy right away... that's what I did so I had my fried scallops and trout with seasoned french fries and of course, some coleslaw. Delicious. Fish was piping hot as you want !! ”
“ After craving catfish for a few days, I decided to stop at The Sea Depot and so glad that I did! The Sea Depot has a new look, new energy and still deliciously, fresh fish. This is a family-run business whose owners are filled with passion about their store. Thank you, Jen, for the tour of your store and offering Cary a great place to shop for seafood! ”
“ Fresh seafood always. I especially go there for Dried Scallops (Scallops not treated in chemical) that I can't find anywhere else. They alway carry it and aways so fresh and sweet. Other items that we buy are local shrimp when they have, oysters and wild caught fishes. Last time I went there, it was 15 minutes before their opening time, but they opened the door for me with big smile and quickly got me what I needed. Everyone is alway nice and making sure that I am not waiting long time. I always recommend this business to my friends. ”
“ Perfectly cooked shrimp EVERYTIME! They have fried fish, shrimp and crab claws. They can also steam your seafood if you want and the flavor is amazing! And they clean the shrimp & fish right there in front of you. Great place to pick up food to go. ”