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Claypots Seafood Restaurant

213 Barkly Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3182, Australia
(03) 9534 1282
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Ranked #61 of 2,426 restaurants in Melbourne
4.0 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Cuisines: Seafood
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Melbourne, Australia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

We had a fantastic meal here on a busy Sunday evening. What they don't spend on the decor (apart from the large papier-mache octopus suspended in the middle of the restaurant) they clearly spend on the quality seafood We had a claypot and two fish to share between four and it was exactly the right amount. The total bill came... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

This is not fancy but you can be sure the fish is very fresh and cooked simply. Usually one fish will do two people. Best of all you can see what fish are on offer in the display counter in the middle of the restaurant. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

Have always had a great night out here - sometimes the wait for the meals may take a little bit longer than expected - yet it's always worth the wait! More

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Melbourne, Australia
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

Go for the seafood linguine and enjoy, it is hot and loaded with seafood. A great spot to enjoy a decent meal More

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Melbourne
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81 reviews 81 reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2012

But the food is superb if you're willing to work with them a little. Super popular so get in early to get your name on the list. Sambal Stingray and Corriander prawns my two favourites More

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Melbourne, Australia
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012

amazing atmosphere and doubly amazing food. good wine to boot More

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Columbus, Ohio
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

Great place to eat fresh seafood. Cool staff (they never stop saying "no worries") and nice hangout place next door at the bar with live music! Deserve a visit, but no desserts/coffee. Loved! More

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Melbourne, Australia
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Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

Always a winner. Relaxed. Great seafood. Chilli crab is #1. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2012

would definitely go back good seafood done well More

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54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011
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A good example of restaurant character Melb style. Suits younger or the young at heart - be prepared to mix it in a crowded space with an eclectic group of clientele. More

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