Pier 88

Pier 88 is a Cajun seafood restaurant serving seafood boils with a choice of spice level, along with fried catfish, shrimp tacos, calamari, hush puppies and sweet potato fries. Reviewers on the site describe the portions as large and the prices as reasonable, and the food as fresh.

Takeout is available, with separate carryout and delivery hours, and the restaurant also has a full bar, free parking and a TV-equipped bar area. It is a casual spot that works for groups and families, with vegetarian options on the menu. The restaurant is at Jefferson Avenue in Newport News.