C N Seafood Market at 5729 Lockwood Dr is a casual Houston seafood market and takeout favorite built around fresh fish, shrimp, oysters, and hearty seafood combinations. Its signature “you buy, we fry” approach lets customers select fresh fish and have it seasoned and fried to order. Popular choices include catfish, drum, buffalo fish, fried shrimp, oysters, and grilled shrimp fried rice, often paired with fries, salad, or fried rice. Recent diners frequently praise the crisp seasoning, hot made-to-order preparation, generous portions, and reasonable prices, although experiences with consistency have varied. The menu is strongest for lunch and dinner rather than breakfast, with combination plates particularly well suited to family meals and casual group orders. Seafood provides plenty of protein-focused choices, but clearly documented vegetarian, gluten-free, and dedicated children’s selections appear limited. Drinks and exact current beverage pricing are not well documented online, so availability is best confirmed directly. Overall, C N Seafood Market emphasizes straightforward seafood, substantial servings, and neighborhood-friendly value.
Menu Highlights
Fried Catfish Crisp, seasoned coating surrounds tender catfish for a satisfying contrast of crunch and flaky texture. It is one of the restaurant’s most frequently praised staples.
Fresh Fried Drum Fresh drum is fried until crisp outside while remaining moist and meaty within. Its simple preparation puts the fish and savory seasoning front and center.
Grilled Shrimp Fried Rice Grilled shrimp adds smoky, savory flavor to hot fried rice, creating a filling alternative to the fried seafood plates. Diners repeatedly single it out as a standout choice.
Fried Shrimp Juicy shrimp in a crisp fried coating delivers the classic combination of sweetness, saltiness, and crunch. It is especially popular alongside fried fish in combination meals.
Buffalo Fish A distinctive option for diners looking beyond standard catfish, buffalo fish can be selected fresh and prepared with the market’s seasoned frying style.
Fried Oysters Rich, briny oysters gain a crisp exterior when fried, making them an appealing addition to fish-and-shrimp combinations. Their fuller seafood flavor helps them stand apart from the milder fish selections.
Alligator Gar Available seasonally according to recent customer reports, alligator gar is a more unusual market selection and is particularly enjoyed freshly fried and piping hot.
