"5"^^ . . "4"^^ . "Yes, Virginia, there is a decent seafood house in Arizona. In the seven+ years we've lived in Arizona, Bluewater Grill has been our favorite destination for good fish. \n\nIt has the feel of an east coast fish house, with wood floors, a weathered deck leading to the entry, and even a small fish market just inside the front door. Keep going. Either head to the sushi bar or the dining room, where you'll find at least a dozen fresh fish options. On our most recent visit, we chose from:\nHalibut\nMahi\nBarramundi\nSand dabs\nWalleye\nTrout\nRockfish\nScallops\nShrimp\nKing salmon\nAhi tuna\nSnapper\nCioppino bursting with shellfish of every type\n\nNot to mention there are burgers, a steak and chicken for those who can't tolerate good seafood. \n\nEvery piece of fish I've devoured here has been perfectly cooked, a generous portion, and accompanied by two sides. Try the cheddar mash or polenta, or just about anything green. At my last visit, the Brussels sprouts were a tiny bit rare and hard, but my walleye was so light and perfect, I was not about to whine. \n\nDinners are served with sourdough bread and butter. Salads and soups are available at an extra cost. The chowders are especially good. They offer both Manhattan and New England chowders...and both are superb, loaded with fresh clams and veggies. I have often dreamed of having one for a starter and the other as my main entree. Yeah, that good. \n\nComing from the east coast, where Legal Seafoods claimed to have the best clam chowder, I can safely say this is better. Don't believe me? Ask for a sample. \n\nService is always warm and friendly. The manager is always on site and is actively involved in making things run smoothly. \n\nBluewater Grill has a full bar with creative cocktails, and they offer a small selection of desserts. I tend to go for the key lime pie. It's tart while still perfectly indulgent. \n\nDinner prices start in the high teens, with most in the mid $20 range. For fresh fish, this is perfectly reasonable. Sure, there are a few high end steak and seafood houses in Phoenix that might offer more options, but at double the price. \n\nI'd much rather dine here and spend the extra on chowder."^^ . "1"^^ . . "2018-05-29T00:00:00"^^ . . "0"^^ .