The 5 Best Frozen Seafood Dinners Reviews Agree On

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You've probably had some frozen seafood in your life, and you've probably eaten some frozen dinners as well — but there's less overlap between them than you might think. As tasty as fish sticks may be, they're not necessarily filling on their own, and frozen meals often just ping-pong between the usual lasagnas, Salisbury steaks, and chicken pot pies. So it's good to have some seafood dinner options when you crave the taste of the high seas but would rather not go to the trouble of setting up cedar planks for grilling salmon.

These entrees all have a number of reviews vouching for their quality. Most frozen seafood is pretty shrimp-centric, but we did our best to include a few other options for you here, too. And one more thing: If you're going to be eating around others, maybe don't zap your meal, because microwaved fish really does smell that bad. Instead, we'd suggest the air fryer for the crispiest fish and seafood.

This is a natural entrant for this list. What is a fish filet, after all, but a fatter version of a fish stick? Stouffer's, that frozen aisle stalwart that's one of the many popular brands actually owned by Nestlé, offers a tasty variation on this classic dish. Made with Alaskan pollock, which is usually the type of fish you eat in fish sticks, this is a crispy, savory filet served with a hearty helping of Stouffer's famous mac and cheese.

One review from a Walmart customer praised the Fish Filet, albeit with one reservation. "Absolutely the best. The price is too high. I will purchase again and I do recommend this meal," the reviewer said. They were a fan of the flavor and the portion size, adding that the generous piece of fish was palm-sized. Meanwhile, a Redditor on r/frozendinners praised it in a post, writing, "Not only is the photo on the package true to the meal, but the quality and flavors were crave worthy." What else could you want from a frozen dinner?

Get Stouffer's Fish Filet 9-ounce frozen meal for $4.97 from Walmart.

Shrimp, as we all know, freezes incredibly well — in fact, even the "fresh" shrimp at the grocery store was likely frozen at some point. That means this shellfish is ideal for frozen dinners. Bertolli's offering here is one of the better ones, with toothsome shrimp that aren't overcooked, as well as some bell peppers to accompany the creamy garlic sauce with a satisfying crunch.

Reviews are complimentary, although some had reservations about the portion size. One review on Walmart's page said, "These are very good and quick and easy to make but are a little pricey. I can eat one by myself so barely enough for 2 people." But then again, there are ways around that, as another review attests. "No prep needed. We often add some more shrimp. Excellent with a green salad," said one review on the Safeway page. Another five-star review simply said, "My son's favorite not mine." So long as someone's enjoying it!

You can buy a 22-ounce package of Bertolli Shrimp Scampi and Linguine from Walmart for $7.47.

You may know P.F. Chang's as that casual Chinese chain you frequent when you're looking for something fancier than Panda Express — you know, the one with the unique murals in each restaurant. So it may or may not surprise you that it has a line of frozen food, as well. Not only that, but it has a pretty good option right here in its shrimp lo mein. The noodles in this dish taste just like the kind you'd get at an actual P.F. Chang's, and the umami bombs surrounding them, like mushrooms and a whole lot of soy sauce, make it feel truly rich and satisfying.

"This is so delicious. I would highly highly recommend it. Can't even tell it was frozen," said one reviewer on Walmart's page, adding, "Easy to follow cooking directions." A review over at Safeway said, "This shrimp lo mein is just as good as the version served in the restaurant & is less expensive."

Purchase a 22-ounce package of P.F. Chang's Shrimp Lo Mein from Walmart for $7.47.

Who are Scott and Jon? Well, they're Scott and Jon Demers, a pair of brothers who started a seafood company in Auburn, Maine. Now, Maine is renowned for its seafood, there's no doubt about that, but most of the focus is on the state's expensive lobster (or lobster rolls, which may or may not have come from there), not salmon. But this salmon bowl is more than worth your attention. Tender, mild Atlantic salmon is tossed with a honey sesame blend that's sweet without being overpowering, and with some rice and vegetables thrown in, you've got yourself a healthy, satisfying meal.

Said one reviewer at Walmart, "The portion is on the smaller side, but honestly, that works for me because it's a nice, lighter meal without feeling too heavy. The salmon tastes fresh, and the honey sesame flavor is delicious." We couldn't have said it better ourselves.

Buy a 9.6-ounce serving of Scott & Jon's Honey Sesame Salmon Rice Bowl from Walmart for $4.97.

This frozen entree comes to us from Zatarain's, a Louisiana spice and seasoning brand that's been around since 1889. Following over a century of existence, the company diversified into frozen foods after being bought by a private equity firm and then sold to spice giant McCormick, but let's not dwell. One bite of this meal and you'd think it's had decades of practice. It's a seriously tasty, flavorful dish, with the shrimp nicely cooked (as you'd expect from New Orleans) and the sauce bold and piquant.

"This is really good!" said one Amazon shopper. "My autistic toddler does not eat much food but she loves this frozen dinner she gets excited every time she sees it! Packaging was good easy to make and convenient I can't wait to buy more." Another Amazon reviewer had high praise as well. "This stuff is delicious. The shrimp is small as one would expect, but there's plenty of them," adding that this product is a regular favorite when they want a speedy meal. Laissez les bons temp rouler!

You can buy a 10.5-ounce package of Zatarain's New Orleans Style Shrimp Alfredo for $3.97 from Amazon.