The fish market on the bank of Potomac River and waterfront at the South West Washington, DC is very crowded with seafood enthusiasts, especially, on weekends and on sunny days. It is the paradise of seafood lovers and one of the tourist attractions of Washington, DC as well. The Maine Avenue Fish Market is one of the oldest continuously operating fish markets in the country, dating back to 1805, selling seafood to thousands of people every day. There are varieties of choices for seafood enthusiasts such as shrimps, lobsters, crabs, croakers, roll sharks, sheatfish, cat fish, tilapia, octopus, squid and other types of seafood. Those who would like to taste raw sea food can enjoy salmon, tuna and oysters on the spot.