Lauren was great, she set a good vibe, delivered food quickly, and was very attentive and nice.

We were warmly greeted and seated by a smiling and friendly host named Kai. He introduced us to Amber, he said was the best server, and he was right! Amber was very knowledgeable and helpful. The food was delivered by an excellent server/ maybe manager, who even checked on us later to make sure everything was good. But it was - great - and everyone was so friendly. The food was tasty and we were very well taken care of by all staff. Thank you all for an exceptional experience, The Polk Family read more

If you have a group of people joining you or even if you don't, I always recommends please make reservations. It helps make your experience and gives the staff preparation for your visit. Ambiance:4/5 Parking is convenient and plentiful. Dress code is casual unless you're celebrating or just like dressing up. It is a little loud likely because it was a Saturday evening. Service:5/5 Service was quick and efficient. Our waitress, Helen, was friendly & attentive. Food:4/5 The food was good and came out fairly quickly. Enjoyed our time and experience. read more

Babin's Seafood House - Seafood Near Me - Shenandoah, Texas

A fabulous evening of celebration for my parents 61st wedding anniversary on a Tuesday. Leo provided excellent service despite juggling bar service, multiple tables and patrons. Food is always fresh, flavorful and the bar bites and happy hour makes for an enjoyable way to get to taste multiple items. Those Oyster Bienville are lusciously delicious. I wish there were more Babin locations but well worth the drive read more

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We found ourselves out on a quiet Monday evening looking for a bite to eat and decided to give Babin's a try for the first time. With an almost empty parking lot and minimal crowd, we weren't sure what to expect. Our friendly waitress let us know about their Monday fish special and pointed out the large selection on the board, some varieties we had never even heard of, which was a nice surprise. We started with the fried green tomatoes and were also served a small piece of French bread for the table. The appetizer came out beautifully presented, tomato slices arranged around a marinara dip. While the dip wasn't quite my thing (I would've preferred Ranch), the tomatoes themselves were crisp and flavorful. For the main course, we ordered the seafood platter and the crab cakes. The platter was generously portioned and packed with variety. The crab cakes were a standout, moist, tender, and topped with a delicious sauce that pulled everything together. Overall, it was a satisfying and hearty meal, so much so, we needed a to-go box. Definitely a pleasant first visit! read more

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They have a great lunch menu for seasoned citizens. I ordered the blackened catfish with broccoli. Was very tasty. Other party members had the fried seafood plate which is very plentiful with a nice variety. The seafood gumbo was good. Warm bread is always a nice touch since a lot of restaurants have cut back on bread. Service was excellent. Arrived at 1:30 so the restaurant was not crowded but even later the table spacing was excellent for conversation. Adequate parking which is important. read more

Babin's Seafood House - Blackened catfish with broccoli - Seafood Near Me - Shenandoah, Texas

We stop here for lunch because we love the boiled shrimp and the bread they serve is delicious. The wedge salad is also very good. We used to eat in the restaurant part but we were not fond of our waiter so we started eating in the bar which isn't quite the "full service" that you get in the back, but at least we aren't forgotten about or made to feel like we are inconveniencing someone. The bartenders are pretty good about waiting on us in the bar, but we have to do a lot of asking for things because they aren't really "waiters". It is though, one of the few places though that I would go back to on a regular basis. The food is worth it. read more

The service was amazing yall should ask for Lauren she took care of us all afternoon!

I went there for the first time it was a celebration. My daughter request the red fish plater. The server was nice, but wasn't informed that there was no red fish for the redfish platter . We were going to go to another restaurant and decided to go here because in the reviews it said the food is better, but the atmosphere is not as good as the other restaurant we were going to go to. When the server came back to tell us, there were no red fish for the $32 red fish platter, she offered another fish, but wanted to charge $10 more for all the works that came with the red fish but not with this fish. So now the $32 meal would cost $42 . I just thought they could use another fish in its place. I had a hard time dealing with that because it would seem to be a substitute. You could've used another fish in the place of the red fish to modify the dish without overcharging the customer. Running out of food it's understandable, it happens , but the server should have been informed of the run out. It was 4:00 PM and only maybe four or five tables were occupied, and I'm sure they weren't all getting the red fish, so I'm not sure how long that red fish been out, so I couldn't help but think it was being held for a later time in the day, I could be wrong. I feel the birthday dinner was ruined, not because of the meal received, but because of the way things were handled. So now, I have to do a make up meal. In the future, inform people of the shortage so that they can decide whether to stay or go. But the meal we did get was good, however, it was a little too salty, but I didn't want to complain. I understand the blacken catfish can be salty, but the salty capers could've been parsley and that's why I only ate half and took the rest home. read more

We came to Babin's for lunch expecting the same standard we have always enjoyed but one dish we ordered with rainbow trout was not cooked with the usual grilling technique but it came dry and smelly to the table. It was very disappointing for our group. The Manager kindly offered to replace it but the mood for food was not there any more. read more

Had to come back while I was in town. Skip the main stream joints and check this gem out. Great service and great food. read more

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I went to Babin's Seafood for happy hour. I love that place. The customer service is always good and the restaurant is always clean. read more

Babin's Seafood House - Cheeseburger slides and Boudin Sliders - Seafood Near Me - Shenandoah, Texas

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We've come to this Babin's several times over the last few weeks for their seasonal shrimp/crawfish boil. It is our favorite boil in the area because of the spices and freshness. Chelsea was our server on our latest visit and did an amazing job. She is very attentive and friendly....a real joy to work with!! The restaurant is clean and comfortable....a very good place to enjoy a boil!! read more

We love Babin's for consistent quality food and expert preparation. The service is pretty great as well. Fish Market Mondays are a good time to try it. All fish on the fish market board are fresh and $19.99. Desserts are excellent. Meringues are perfect somehow. The food and ambiance of Louisiana :) read more

Traveling through from NTX and found this great Cajun place where the food and service was incredible. It looks like your classic cajun restaurant and has a cool bar. read more

I took my mother here for her birthday, It was our first time. The ambiance is giving a New Orleans French Quarter with its vibrant color and old downtown feel. The service was excellent. Our waitress had a great personality and was very friendly. She was knowledgeable about the menu and there was so knowledgeable ch to choose from. It had that down home family feel, comfortable and cozy. The food was delicious. They give large portion so they can easily be stared. The desert was also really good. We will be back to try diverging else on the menu. read more

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Happy Hour on a Sunday? Yes please! Food/drinks were delicious and the bartenders were great. Even with my husband ordering off the lunch menu, we spent less than $30 read more

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We had a great lunch today at Babin's Seafood House. We started with the Parmesan Grilled Oysters and I have to say these were some of the best we've had. Very buttery and flavorful and served with Garlic Bread. My husband got the Seafood Grill and was very happy with the choices on the plate, and delighted that the Stuffed Shrimp was literally a shrimp tucked inside a crab cake. I went for the Grilled Golden Tile and it was delicious and nicely seasoned. We had the Cajun Green Beans and Greek Salads as our sides. Overall a very good meal out. Kudos to our server Erica who helped us make decisions and was warm and friendly throughout. read more

Creole large gumbo to go ordered, sever who took order exceptionally nice. Asked if I wanted tomato's and okra. Yes to both. See picture when I arrived home. 6 shrimp several crayfish 1 okra no oyster that where visual nor tomato's. What a disappointment . No flavor and just broth. Lots of rice though..Thank God for Tabasco. Never again, waste of time and money. read more

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Service was good . But my fried oysters are another story... Mini in size and over cooked . I tasted more burnt batter vs. Oyster.. my sides of bean and sausage and the green beans were acceptable.. but, I wouldn't go out of my way to visit... Just my opinion.. read more

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Cooper was a great server And my shrimp delish Thank you I got to use my birthday reward read more

Amazing service and the food was absolutely delicious. I will def return. Great ambiance as well. read more

Babin's Seafood House - 2 dinner salads , 2 small gumbos, shrimp queso, broiled stuffed shrimp platter - Seafood Near Me - Shenandoah, Texas

Babin's is an excellent New Orleans style seafood restaurant. Great decor and service in a festive atmosphere. Menu has lots of options and there is a wide variety of fresh fish that they will prepare however you want. Lots of great toppings for your seafood and homemade tartar sauce to complement your fish. The red beans and rice is to die for. read more

Wow! I was starving when I we got here and the food did not disappoint! The server, Jade, was gracious, gave us great advice and was willing to wait until we throughly perused the menu. She popped back to check on us without hovering. As a former server. I was impressed with her! She brought us crusty French bread to eat while we waited for our openers and it was so good I devoured it. The food came out promptly and as exactly as ordered. First my husband's soup and my salad. My husband had a bowl of the chicken and sausage gumbo which was the best I've tasted in years! The roux was perfect. I had a small greek salad which came with my entree. It was also delicious. Then our mains came out. My husband had the large Greek salad and it had 1/2 dozen beautiful shrimp, feta, olives and a lovely lemony dressing. I had a dinner platter with 12 pan grilled shrimp , a bed of dirty rice and a skewer of grilled veggies, all was cooked perfectly. Everything was flavorful and fresh. There was so much I have a to go box for dinner! I looked at other diners meals as I walked out and I can't wait to come back to try some of them. They all looked incredible. FYI, ask any of my friends... I'm picky but this place did not disappoint! read more

The food was really good here! I loved it. The service was amazing from Cooper!! The ambiance made me go back to the college days in Louisiana. The passionfruit sweet tea and pre meal bread were addictive!! read more

Walking into the restaurant is very reminiscent of walking into restaurants in the French Quarter. Our waitress was very nice, offered suggestions and recommendations and was attentive. Everything on the seafood platter sounded so good that I couldn't resist ordering it. My eyes were much bigger than my stomach and my leftovers ended up lasting two more days. The food was great in the restaurant as well as reheated and the fried shrimp was surprisingly the best thing on the plate. I didn't expect something so simple to be so good. I wish that I had ordered the bread pudding to go but I'll definitely go back to try it next time I'm in town. read more

Babin's Seafood House - Seafood Platter - Seafood Near Me - Shenandoah, Texas

It was our first time here and everything was phenomenal! Lyle was our server and he was outstanding and gave us great recommendations! I would highly recommend this place anyone looking for cajun/creole style food. We will definitely be back next time we're in Texas. read more

Food was absolutely amazing. Bartender Lauren was quick with service and the conversation was on point!! Good music, football on, and all the gossip you need from the regulars. read more

If you want to try Cajun food, or just great food, Babin's Seafood House In Shenandoah is the place to go. I got the Beer Bsttered acid, and my husband had the stuffed crab and Branzino fish with green beans. It was all delicious, cooked perfectly and our server, John, was quick to wait on us, but not intrusive. Ask for John by name . The ambiance and decor took me to Southern Louisiana. All told, it was a great experience. read more

Great experience excellent food all around!! Perfect service thank you Amber will be seeing you soon!! read more

Food was so good, fresh grouper all I can say is Amazing! Jocelyn our server was on top of everything she is a phenomenal member of your waitstaff! Thanks so much Jocelyn! Love the atmosphere but I so enjoy Louisiana ( New Orleans, Lafayette themed decor). read more

Had a great experience here. The food was delicious and everything came out hot and fresh. Nancy was super nice, welcoming, and very attentive she really made us feel taken care of. Service was great and we'll definitely be back. read more

If you are looking for exceptional seafood and a waitress who knows how to treat customers, head to Babin's in The Woodlands and ask for Vanessa! All of our food was superior and came to the table piping hot. Vanessa was very attentive but not hovering. She met all the needs of our guests with kindness. read more

Madi was awesome! Excellent service and got the food quick . The food was fabulous as usual and absolve those shrimp kisses. Highly recommend Madi! read more

Amazing food, Service, and ambiance. Our waiter Renan was great. Love Babins always!!

Service was great. We ordered fried calamari as the appetizer, they were fried well, light batter, unfortunately they were too salty. I got the beer battered fish with fries and coleslaw. The fish was cooked well, again, too salty, as were the fries. The coleslaw was so fresh and tasted great. The drinks were a bit on the fruity side. read more

Always, always, always fantastic service and food when I visit Babin's Seafood. Our server was Mike today and he was more than attentive to our needs during our early lunch. Restaurant was not too noisy and not very busy so made for a great atmosphere to enjoy our meal. And of course we will definitely be back. read more

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It just wasn't that good. As expensive as it is, you'd expect quality food. It was typical chain food. The restaurant itself was dark and dingy. The service was okay, but it felt like the waitress was annoyed with us from the very beginning. read more

This was just ok for us. Server struggled to tell us beer selections, and forgot some of our items. Beignets had way too much caramel and were very dense. Made me miss the light versions made in NOLA. Redfish Ponchartrain had way too many pin bones and the crab was all cartilage. Awful. For $29 it was also a very small portion. Disappointing. read more

Babin's Seafood House - Beignets - Seafood Near Me - Shenandoah, Texas

After reading all the great reviews, I believed this seafood restaurant would be good. However, me and my family were surprised to find servers pulling out toothbrush holders with open straws inside and letting us grab them. I'm not sure why management is saving money from having sanitary closed straws. In addition, being grilled oysters connoisseurs, me and my fiancé was giving the worst oysters we have ever tasted. Management just said the oysters were pasteurized and while being out of season they used those which tend to be slimier and hard to chew. Yeah, this was not all that was experienced but this is not a 4.7 restaurant on food experience especially. Highly, disappointing that I'm writing this weeks later and the experience is still fresh. Rate the food here a 2 at best. read more