Pickford's Seafood & Gourmet

I had the pleasure of meeting the owner of Pickford's Seafood and Gourmet. What a delightful find right here in the Shenandoah Valley. A gem of a shop located in Harrisonburg on University Blvd. Will took the time to answer my questions, very knowledgeable and he made me feel as if I was the only customer in the store. Very rare and outstanding customer service and stands on the principal "if it is not good enough for me to prepare ( be noted, he is also a Chef ) it is NOT good enough for him to sell to his customers. VERY RARE INDEED! Quality seafood, exceptional wines ( I will have too be on the watch out for the next wine tasting ) Will is also a collector of wines and might even show you a few signed from his private collection. Now you don't know this about me, but had a terrible exp

December 20, 2024 - Recently moved to Virginia in search of FRESH seafood. . . My wife and I are from up north ( near coastal Harpswell area in Maine) glad we found Pickford Fresh Seafood! What a surprise! Drove to Harrisonburg to find this small shop owned by Will Pickford! His photo on the wall is a testament to his knowledge on Fish ! Check out that 3 foot long PIKE caught with his Dad several years ago! Established in 2012, Pickfords Seafood promises FRESH caught seafood ! No “ Farm Raised” products. Certified by the FDA & HACCP ! (Certification for the manufacture & handling of food. . . Hazard Analysis and Control Point). What types of Seafood are SOLD ? 🦞🦀🐟 *Jumbo Snow Crab - $23.59 / lb *Lobster Tails - $28.99 each *Bigeye Tuna A+ - $31.89. / lb *Rockfish - $21.89 / lb *Sca

Ever since discovering Pickford’s Seafood, two things have changed for me.. 1. I refuse to ever buy commercial store bought fish again 2. I have a new desire to try fresh seafood recipes. I live in Luray and have been praying for a quality seafood market for years. My prayers were answered with the discovery of Pickford’s! Worth every minute of the drive. Those who have been there understand my passion, those who haven’t are in for a treat! I made sushi tonight with best King Salmon in the region! It turned out amazing!

Simply, the best of the best for the Home Chef!!! Blue Fin Tuna, Spicy Purple Cabbage and White Onion, Avocado Cups, and Fresh Cut Pineapple. The Best Place!!!

Tried my first King Salmon tonight from Pickford’s. Amazing!!!! It’s fresh and rich, with a mild flavor and it practically melts in your mouth. I sprinkled a bit of Cajun seasoning and drizzled with a bit of pure maple syrup. (I’ll be purchasing the smoked maple syrup from Pickford’s next time!) Tomorrow I will make sushi with the second piece. I can hardly wait! Thank you Will. Your quality is unmatched.