Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf

As one of the oldest open-air fish markets in the country, the Maine Avenue Fish Market at The Wharf offers exceptionally fresh seafood right along Washington, DC's Southwest Waterfront. Visitors can buy raw catches or sit along the dock to enjoy freshly shucked oysters, clams, and steamed crabs.

Commenters express nostalgia for the market's past, noting that recent waterfront redevelopment has caused it to shrink and lose iconic vendors like Captain White's. Despite complaints about difficult parking and changes to the atmosphere, many still love visiting for fresh seafood.