But, not allseafood restaurantsare created equal.

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Don’t be afraid of asking questions about what is being offered, especially where it’s from."

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Ask: Where is the fish from?

“You should look for the origin of the fish.

This process locks in the just-caught flavor and can be fresher than ‘fresh’.

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“Remember that simple is good.

If they balk at that, order something else.

“Seafood is delicate, and doesn’t hold well on buffets.

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Not to mention all the handling by other diners.”

Instead, try restaurants with a smaller menu and a scratch kitchen.”

If you see a lobster dish priced at $9.99, beware.”

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“Frozen seafood is very good, but fresh seafood is always the best choice.”

And that means the fish is probably older and of lower quality."

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