BEST FRESH FISH AND MEAT

Robert’s Seafood Market

1615 Jefferson St., 546-3089

Fish and visitors smell in three days, Ben Franklin once said, but there are no smells at Robert’s Seafood Market aside from the fresh scent of the sea. While others sell oysters in plastic containers, Robert’s sells oysters in shells, often two or three different kinds to allow connoisseurs to select the degree of brine or sweetness that best tickles their palate. The fish counter is a carousel of species that change frequently depending on what’s available and best at that particular time of the year. If you prefer bovine to bass, Robert’s also offers some of the finest beef available, including Kobe and meat from locally raised cattle. But don’t stop there: If you have a craving for rabbit, elk, turtle or ostrich, Robert’s either has it or will get it for you.

Runner-up: Humphrey’s Market