The story
Tucked away on Grand Street, CNC Fish Market is a no-frills seafood market that doubles as a destination for custom seafood boils. With a strong 4.4-star rating and reasonable prices, it has earned a reputation as a local spot for fresh fish and shellfish—no reservations, just takeout-friendly, casual eating.
The market earned a standout moment in *More Best Ever Food Review Show*’s New York street food marathon. Alongside a classic Seafood Boil, the creator highlighted Fried Frog Legs, calling it “one of the most distinctive stops” in the lineup. It’s the kind of unpretentious American street-food gem that rewards a walk-in.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
Reviewers rave about the seafood boil, calling it the best ever, with a warm, unpretentious vibe that makes every messy, flavorful bite feel like a celebration.
“This is a typical southern-style American seafood boil. The jumbo shrimp is a little overcooked, but the butter is delicious. The scallop is tender, sweet, and just coated in butter — the best. The mussels are super fresh and super yummy — the Old Bay, garlic, and pepper is a perfect blend. The red snapper is beautifully steamed and delicious. The lobster tail is big, heavy, and a nice looking piece of meat — salty, savory, sweet, seafoody perfection. Somehow Old Bay never gets old. I love the concept.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered CNC Fish Market. Most active: More Best Ever Food Review Show
A seafood market that also serves custom seafood boils, offering a wide variety of fresh fish and shellfish at reasonable prices.
Dishes mentioned
Fried Frog Legs
These are punchy on the outside and oily. It's a little gamy, and looks like a great white attacked. The batter doesn't have a ton of seasoning, so it needs the tartar sauce. Overall, the tartar sauce helps a lot. It's a great way to start your seafood meal.
Seafood Boil
This is a typical southern-style American seafood boil. The jumbo shrimp is a little overcooked, but the butter is delicious. The scallop is tender, sweet, and just coated in butter — the best. The mussels are super fresh and super yummy — the Old Bay, garlic, and pepper is a perfect blend. The red snapper is beautifully steamed and delicious. The lobster tail is big, heavy, and a nice looking piece of meat — salty, savory, sweet, seafoody perfection. Somehow Old Bay never gets old. I love the concept.
