Who said landlocked states can't have great seafood? We most definitely do here in Arizona, and the following seven restaurants prove it! These Arizona seafood restaurants are worth a drive from any part of the state. Check them out, and see if your favorites made the list!

1. Buck & Rider (Phoenix)

Conveniently located in the heart of Arcadia, Buck & Rider is the place to go for fresh seafood in the Valley. From an ever-changing raw bar menu to delicious surf 'n turf to handcrafted cocktails, this stylish eatery has it all.

2. High Tide Seafood Bar & Grill (Gilbert)

Some of the freshest catches in Arizona can be found at High Tide Seafood Bar & Grill, a contemporary restaurant specializing in steam kettle cooking. They even offer burgers and beer for all the landlubbers out there!

3. Mariscos Playa Hermosa (Phoenix)

Since 2002, this colorful cantina has been lovingly dishing out all sorts of fresh seafood that locals and tourists alike can't get enough of. The menu features a heavy emphasis on homestyle Mexican fare, and one bite will transport you to a south-of-the-border paradise where you can sip cocktails on the beach without a care in the world.

4. Salt Cellar Restaurant (Scottsdale)

Arizona's only underground restaurant, Salt Cellar boasts New England-inspired seafood in a cozy setting. With nautical décor everywhere you look, the atmosphere is reminiscent of a fancy cruise ship - bon voyage!

5. Bluewater Grill (Phoenix)

A local chain specializing in sustainable seafood, Bluewater Grill offers an oyster and sushi bar, happy hour, and even a fish market. There's truly something for everyone in this low-key, relaxed spot that deserves far more recognition than it gets.

6. Angry Crab Shack (multiple locations)

Massive seafood boils are the name of the game at Angry Crab Shack, a chain with multiple locations across the Grand Canyon State. You get to build your own custom creation, and the possibilities are endless!

7. Knock Kneed Lobster (Phoenix)

Your taste buds will go crazy after trying the scrumptious cuisine at this circa-1940s restaurant with quirky, wharf-inspired décor. Fish and chips are the specialty at this restaurant, but there are plenty of other menu items that are equally delicious!

How many of these Arizona seafood restaurants have you visited? Did we miss your favorite spot? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section below, then check out our previous article to learn more about the Salt Cellar.