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Christmas & New Year’s

Christmas & New Year’s Order Guide

Everything you need to know for holiday seafood orders, pickup deadlines, store hours and planning your celebration with Absolutely Fresh Seafood.

Next order cutoff 4pm Sunday, Dec 20 for Monday, Dec 21 pickup All deadlines
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Holiday Order Guide

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Jump straight to hours, ordering deadlines, seafood favorites, and answers to our most common questions.

Holiday Ordering

Plan Ahead & Order Early

Christmas and New Year’s are some of our busiest days of the year. Order early for the best selection and an easier pickup experience.

Order Online

Available 24 Hours

Our phone lines can get busy during the holidays. Save time and place your order online anytime.

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(402) 827-4376

Place your holiday order by phone during regular business hours.

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Absolutely Fresh Seafood Market

1218 S 119th St
Omaha, NE 68144

How It Works

Holiday Ordering Made Easy

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Choose Your Seafood

Browse our holiday selection and choose what you'd like to order.

2

Select Your Pickup

Choose an available holiday pickup date and time during checkout.

3

Pick Up, Ready to Go

We'll have your prepaid order ready at Absolutely Fresh Seafood Market.

Before You Visit

Holiday Store Hours

Regular Store Hours

Mon–Thu & Sat9am–6pm
Friday9am–7pm
Sunday11am–6pm

Christmas & New Year’s Hours

Tuesday, December 239am–5pm
Wednesday, December 249am–2pm
Christmas DayClosed
Wednesday, December 3111am–6pm
New Year’s DayClosed
Don't Miss the Cutoff

Holiday Order Deadlines

Use the deadlines below to plan your Christmas and New Year’s pickup. Orders must be placed before the cutoff shown for your selected pickup date.

  1. Pickup

    Monday, Dec 21

    Order by
    4pm Sunday, Dec 20

  2. Pickup

    Tuesday, Dec 22

    Order by
    4pm Monday, Dec 21

  3. Pickup

    Wednesday, Dec 23

    Order by
    4pm Tuesday, Dec 22

  4. Christmas Eve

    Thursday, Dec 24

    Order by
    6pm Tuesday, Dec 22

  5. New Year’s Eve

    Thursday, Dec 31

    Order by
    4pm Wednesday, Dec 30

Important All holiday orders must be pre‑paid.
Order These Early

Special Product Deadlines

Some holiday favorites require additional lead time and have earlier ordering deadlines. Order by the dates below to guarantee availability.

  • Live Mussels & Clams

    Order byThu, Dec 17
  • Whole & Shucked Oysters

    Order byThu, Dec 17
  • Fresh Scallops

    Order byThu, Dec 17
  • Holiday Prime Rib

    Pickup on or after Sunday, Dec 20

    Order bySat, Dec 19
Missed a special-order deadline?

Online preordering closes after the deadline shown. Limited walk-in availability may still be available; call (402) 827-4376 for current availability.

Easy Holiday Gift

Give the Gift of Absolutely Fresh

Physical gift cards are available in-store, and e-gift cards can be sent directly to you or the recipient.

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Good to Know

Holiday Order FAQs

How many cocktail shrimp are in a pound?

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Large cocktail shrimp are about 35 per pound, Jumbo are about 25 per pound, and Canadian Grilled are about 30 per pound.

How many mussels and clams are in a pound?

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Mussels and clams are sold by weight because sizes vary. Generally, there are about 25 mussels per pound and 7–8 top neck or little neck clams per pound. We always add a few extras in case some prematurely open or fail to open.

How are shucked oysters sold?

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Shucked Gulf Coast oysters are sold in pint or half-gallon containers. A pint weighs about 1 pound and generally contains 18–22 oysters. A half gallon contains 4 pints and weighs approximately 4 pounds.

How are whole oysters sold?

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East Point Oysters are available individually or by the case of 100.

If I buy fresh shrimp or seafood today, how long will it be good for?

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For the best quality, keep fresh seafood properly refrigerated and plan to use it as soon as possible after pickup. If you have questions about a specific item, give us a call at (402) 827-4376.

Do you sell gift cards?

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Yes. Physical gift cards are available in any amount at Absolutely Fresh Seafood Market, Bailey's, and any Shucks Fish House. Physical gift cards can also be mailed. E-Gift Cards are available online and can be emailed directly to you or the recipient.

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What if I need to change or cancel my order?

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Please call us at (402) 827-4376 or stop in and we'll help with your order. Some restrictions may apply to holiday cancellations and returns.

Do you ship, deliver, or offer pickup at another location?

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No. All Absolutely Fresh Seafood Market orders are pickup only at 1218 S 119th St in Omaha. We do not currently ship or deliver Market orders.

Do I need to order ahead for shrimp, salmon or other seafood?

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Yes. Ordering ahead is strongly recommended during the holidays. Holiday ordering deadlines apply to all orders, and some items have earlier special-order deadlines. Ordering early also gives you the best selection as Christmas and New Year’s approach.

Can I special order something that isn't listed?

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Possibly. Holiday volume, seasonality and supplier minimums can limit special orders, so contact us as early as possible if you're looking for something specific.

How much seafood do I need per person?

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A good starting point is 2–4 ounces per person for appetizers and 6–8 ounces per person for entrées. Give us a call if you'd like help figuring out the right amount for your gathering.

Christmas & New Year’s

Ready to Place Your Holiday Order?

Order online anytime and choose your holiday pickup date before the ordering cutoff.

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