Andrade's Catch — Restaurant in Bristol

I'm not one to write negative reviews, but this needs to be said. I’ve lived in town long enough to appreciate how vital our fishing community is—and how much we rely on mutual respect between local businesses and the hardworking people who supply them. Unfortunately, I’ve seen troubling behavior from this market that undermines that trust. While their seafood might be fresh, the way they treat others in the local fishing scene has raised serious concerns. The owner, once a fisherman himself and now a fish dealer, often seems more focused on controlling the local market than uplifting it. I’ve heard repeated accounts of him calling the DEM (Department of Environmental Management) on other fishermen—leading to investigations and arrests. These actions don’t appear to be driven by concern for regulations, but rather by a desire to intimidate and eliminate competition. If we care about protecting our fishing community, it’s time to re-evaluate where we spend our dollars—and where we sell our catch. Buying from and selling to businesses that foster resentment and undermine local livelihoods only hurts our town in the long run. We deserve a seafood scene built on respect, trust, and genuine collaboration. Let’s stand behind the markets and fishmongers who support—not sabotage—our coastal traditions. Our local fishermen deserve better respect, and our town needs to stop supporting this family.

UPDATE: Dave, I appreciate you taking the time to respond—though I believe the tone of your message speaks louder than any denial. My concerns weren’t about personal grudges or hidden agendas. They were about how your business interacts with other members of our fishing community—something many of us have witnessed firsthand. The mention of DEM involvement, multiple incidents involving local fishermen, and a general air of hostility is not fiction. These stories have circulated among those affected for years. Just because you claim not to know who I am doesn’t mean the concerns aren't valid or shared by others. I chose not to name myself because I’ve seen how public criticism is treated in this town. But anonymity doesn’t make the facts less real—it’s a layer of protection in a tense environment and to your pattern of threatning discourse. If you truly want to have a constructive conversation, perhaps reconsider the tone and language of your reply. We need more support, less division. More collaboration, fewer accusations. That’s why I spoke up. If others feel similarly, I hope...

It pains me to say it but the quality of the last scallops I bought there took a nosedive.

I’ve been going to Andrade’s for years, pretty much every week. But probably not any longer.

Over the past couple of years ever since Davey Jr. took over prices have skyrocketed, 50% for some things. We get it. All costs have gone up. We were happy to keep coming for the quality and to support a local business.

But… the last scallops we bought there were definitely past their prime. They were too old. When we opened the container at home the smell almost knocked us off our feet. They smelled like they’d been out of the water for way too long. The kitchen smelled for days.

Should have returned them but had guests over for dinner. When cooked they were tough and bland. Very different from the fresh, delicious scallops we’ve gotten there many times before they were the best we’ve ever had.

I’m happy to pay premium prices for fresh seafood especially from a small local business. But when old seafood is passed off for $30/lb it’s time to go elsewhere.

I love Andrade’s Catch. Hope Davey Jr. gets it together before...

I bought crabs at this place on July 24, 2018 bag was closed and crabs didn't move at all like they usually do. I got home and what I saw was deseased crabs that looked like they were living inside a septic tank. Only one crab seamed healthy. They were missing claws and legs with dark and gray spots allover as per the search I did we should never eat crabs like that. I called the place next morning and this young lady answered the phone. I started to complain and requested a refund but she insisted that if crabs were moving they were fine, that pissed me off, I cooked them and the water turned very dark and rotten smelly. What I got from this lady was that I was rude and that i was ended up talking to myself. Nice way to talk to customers indeed! I ended up throwing them away didn't trust them for new crabs. You...