Barbera Seafood - Seafood market in Atlantic City - 2243 Arctic Ave, USA

Although the staff was friendly, the food was terrible. The scallop box was one of the worst scallop boxes I have ever had. The batter on the scallops had no taste, it was very bland and tasteless. The huge portion of fries were obviously put in there to make the portion of the scallops look bigger. The fries were also were tasteless and they were undercooked and they were almost raw. The side portion of the coleslaw consisted of shredded cabbage only with some kind of tasteless bland sauce on it. And the tartar sauce served with the meals were absolutely disgusting. My husband ordered a platter that had a piece of fish, 3 pieces of small shrimp, 3 pieces of small scallops, 1 very SMALL lobster tail, previously frozen tasteless vegetables and the tasteless coleslaw. Everything was sprinkled with some kind of weird seasoning. The lobster tail didn’t even taste like lobster. It tasted like a whole bottle of paprika had been poured on top of it. The only thing that was semi normal tasting thing was the crabcakes. But I’m pretty sure that they were store-bought. We ended up spending close to $60 for terrible food. The lady asked if everything was okay because we were picking at our food and told her it was fine. We didn’t want to hurt her feelings, it would just be awkward, saying “Hey your food is terrible”. There is absolutely nothing special about this food. We will 100% not be back ever again. I can’t understand why this place has so many good views, unless this is the only place that’s available and they don’t know what good seafood is..

This spot is a GEM... I wanted fried whiting, and I was excited that this place sold fish sandwiches. This place was so good that we went back twice during our vacation. The menu is awesome and the food is good! This is a family owned business and needs to be supported. The whiting sandwich ($3.99) was juicy and fresh. Every bite was succulent. The wild salmon ($10.99) was moist and delicious. The fried shrimp & scallops ($13.99) were tasty even though they were soggy by the time I picked it up (next time I'll get there quicker, lol). Also, the raw clams on the half shell were Top Necks and super fresh. The price was a steal at $5.99 for ½ dozen. This is one of the best inexpensive seafood restaurants in that area we found so far. Tip: Call to place your order and check on availability Note: Across the street (same side) from White House Subs.

I had the Catfish sandwich $6.99, Crab cake sandwich $4.99 and the sautéed scallops platter $9.99. All photos are in review. The sandwiches were perfect. Hot, fresh and tasty. I had the tartar sauce put right on the sandwiches. They do offer it on the side if you want. The sandwiches are simple and wrapped in foil. The buns are warm and go very well with the fish it’s served on. The scallops platter I gave a 4/5. The scallops were definitely fresh just not seasoned enough for me. The veggies were hot and the cole slaw was, ok. The shop definitely has a history and you can see that by all the photos/memorabilia in the shop. Fresh caught fish can be seen in there display case. There were no flies/gnats flying over the fish in the case. Very clean in the case. The eat in part of the store was also clean. I ate in and noticed there was no garbage container. A couple that had been eating in there was leaving and noticed there was not garbage either. The staff advised them to leave there their food wrappers etc on the front counter. The staff took care of the garbage for them. Which I think is smart, it cuts down on flies being in the eat in part of shop and pestering guests trying to eat. I will definitely visit this shop again. If you visit this location go before 5pm which is the time they close. The location is not open on Sundays. Lastly, the staff was friendly and did ask the eating in patrons “how was the food, and if everything was ok?” My order came to $23 and change and I waited under 10 min for it. As I stated earlier, I will be returning for the sandwiches and to try the fried platter selections.

Lemme preface this with the fact that I have high standards for a good fried fish sandwich— a good one is worthy contender for my preferred last meal, and a bad one is, in my book, sacrilege. I got the flounder sandwich. Unreal good. Literally worth planning a trip to AC around this sandwich.

I came to the store and ordered to go. But only found a hair in my sandwich. I called the store owner but they questioned if that’s my hair. How would I even do something like this??? They hang up on me. Pretty RUDE! I asked for refund but they refused to give it. It’s not even over 24 hours. People if you want clean food, think twice about going.

Barbera Seafood is a staple!! I have long loved their inexpensive and high quality fish sandwiches. Order two if you have an appetite. I’ve brought many visitors to AC to Barbera’s and they have NEVER disappointed. Great raw seafood as well for purchase and cooking at home. They also sharpen knives!

Amazing Amazing Amazing fresh sea food. we’re visiting from miami so we have high standards for fresh fish. Ask about the seafood platers it’s half the price of any competitor in the area. Definitely a local owned Gem. Oysters were also great and well priced. Some seating inside if not they have seating outside.

OMG, you have to get their fried flounder sandwich. Eat it while it's hot...soooo good. We had their fried jumbo shrimps, scallops and 8 oz fried lobster tails and let me tell you, it was VERY VERY TASTY!!! Was not disappointed at all. It wasn't our 1st time and it won't be our last.