A name on every chef's lips, this Scarborough-based seafood specialist stocks dining rooms across the city with the freshest fish possible. Have what they're having by visiting the market in person, then heading home with the day's best, most responsibly-sourced catch.

Swimmingly fresh fish lounges beside iced bivalves, oysters, crustaceans and more at this chummy shop near the Castlefield Design District. Follow the team's recommendations and you'll be ready — whether you're preparing a simple dinner or planning an elaborate fish feast.

Customers have been hooked on this local mini-chain (with locations on Danforth East, in Leslieville, and more) since it opened its doors in 2011. Let the knowledgeable staff walk you through every sustainable selection — whether it's organic spring salmon, Ontario pickerel or Hokkaido scallops as big as your palm.

Find cheap prices at this Junction Triangle market. Sourced locally, or flown in from Portugal, the U.S., and more, the stock ranges from fresh, whole fish to dried, salted options, and oodles of mollusks available by the pound.

An influx of seasonal and rare finds, like wild Nunavut arctic char and red scarlet shrimp, keep things interesting at this gourmet Rosedale shop. House-smoked fish and a number of prepared fish dishes mean that everyone can tuck in, even if they can't cook.

At this Brockton Village fishmonger, swimmers from Canadian lakes, rivers and oceans populate the custom-built, refrigerated room. Processed in a way that allows it to be aged, like meat, the offerings here blow other fish out of the (ahem) water, in terms of flavour and texture. Pop-up dinners are also part of the fun at this creative space.

One of the city's most venerable fish markets, this sprawling spot can be found on Geary Ave. and the Stockyards. Source the same specimens headed for the city's top tables or stock up at the hot food counter, where the day's menu can range from delicately fried sticklebacks to brisk, bright octopus stew.

There's little in the ocean that you can't find at this bustling stall at the St. Lawrence Market. Add a stop here to any visit, if leaving with certified sustainable fish — from sushi-grade tuna and whole sardines to swordfish — is high priority.

Knock back some fresh bivalves at the accompanying oyster bar then place your order at this shop in the St. Lawrence Market (there's also an Etobicoke branch). With the expert staff's guidance, you'll find every fresh, frozen and cooked marine temptation you crave — and then some.