The food was to die for it was awesome.. service at first was a little rocky ...My daughter called the owner over after a hour of waiting with reservations. His energy was the best . He made it happen .ambience 10 out of 10. The owner made the visit worth going back? read more

This was my first time here, and I walked away really impressed. I always love supporting a Black-owned establishment, and the entire experience was great from start to finish. There were plenty of staff members available, the service was attentive, and the atmosphere was welcoming. My server, Daisy, was friendly, helpful, and took great care of me. I ordered the chargrilled oysters, crab dip, and Creole egg rolls, and everything came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. The portion sizes were good as well, especially for everything I ordered. Overall, I had a really good experience. Great food, great service, and a well-run establishment. I was impressed and will definitely be back! read more

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Great lunch experience at Blakes with my Mom today. We came after church and arrived before the rush. This has been on my list and glad I got to experience it finally! The ambiance is very chic with the dim lighting, a faux tree over the car and low R&B music playing. There's indoor, bar and outside seating. There's not much of a view because there's a gas station next door and the parking lot. Parking is free and complimentary valet. Our server was "Celebrity" who's also an actor. He was very gracious and attentive. We ordered the deviled eggs and grilled oysters to start. Plates came out fast. Presentation was good, taste was just okay. The deviled eggs were lackluster- not worth ordering again. They need to have an option to add bacon, crab or shrimp. The oysters were still sizzling but the garlic butter sauce drowns out the oyster. For our main entree - the Redfish Ponchartrain. This was the star of the show. Served on a wooden board, its packed with a healthy portion of fish, shrimps, crawfish and ground beef. The sauce has a great flavor and it's not overly seasoned. I did add some hot sauce to give it more of a kick. Didn't get a cocktail this visit but the Arnold Palmer suited me just fine. They don't have unsweetened tea but the sweet tea was just right. I'll be back for happy hour on a weekday and work my way down other options like crab dip, fingers and platters. read more

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Great ambiance & Music! Went for the $1.75 Oyster special. Receiving our food took longer than expected but once we shared our concerns with our server, everything picked up! The Rockefella Oysters & Raw Oysters were DELICIOUS Table visit from one of the managers on site seemed genuine and was insightful. We'll definitely be back! read more

Blakes Oyster Bar - Definitely recommend - Bars Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

If you're looking for an oyster bar in Atlanta, stop looking. Blake's Oyster Bar is everything I wanted an oyster bar to be. The vibe is upscale but comfortable--grown, sexy, and perfect for date night, catching up with friends, or just treating yourself. I started with six raw oysters and six charbroiled oysters, then added the Creole ribs. Everything was outstanding. Fresh oysters, perfectly seasoned charbroiled oysters, and ribs packed with Louisiana flavor. One of the coolest features is the large tree growing through the middle of the circular bar. It gives the restaurant so much character. Next time I'm grabbing a seat at the bar and ordering one of their mocktails just to enjoy the atmosphere. As someone from Louisiana, I especially appreciate that Blake brought authentic Louisiana flavors to Atlanta. Having gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice, oysters, and all those New Orleans classics right here in my neighborhood feels like home. Needless to say, I'll be back often. My mission now is to work my way through the entire menu. read more

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What a great spot for the south side! The restaurant had great curb appeal and the indoor aesthetic was so cute! Our server was Ari who was absolutely amazing and super attentive. We tried the charbroiled oysters which were flavorful, but very saucy. I personally don't prefer a lot of sauce/toppings on my oysters but at least it was tasty. We also tried the lobster bites (bomb), dirty rice, gumbo, and crawfish egg rolls (bomb). I would skip the gumbo and just go for the dirty rice - so good and flavorful. Please don't skip the egg rolls!! Omg they were so delicious and had the perfect amount of filling. All in all I was very impressed with Blake's and would definitely come back again and try some of their other options. read more

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I stopped by during their Happy Hours on a weekday and got great service and delicious food for an amazing price. I highly recommend the catfish & red beans & rice and the home cooked gumbo which is flavor filled with chicken, sausage & crab meat in a tasty rich roux. The bread pudding dessert is also an excellent choice if you have a sweet tooth. read more

My server was Mike. He did an excellent job explaining the menu and answering all of our questions. Everything that we ordered was a 10/10. My lycheeless martini was delicious even though they were out of lychees. I'd definitely come back. read more

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Okay Blake's Oyster Bar... you did what needed to be DONE. I've been a few times and baby, the ambiance is chic, cute, and giving grown and sexy every time. I usually grab a seat at the bar and the energy is always just right... good music, good crowd, just a whole vibe. Now let's get into these oysters... TOP TIER. Fresh, flavorful, and I'm ordering them every single time without question. And Mondays?? $1.75 oysters?? Yeah, get there early because it fills up quick and for good reason. They also have valet, which I love because I'm not about to be circling the block all night. Pull up, step out, and go enjoy yourself. Now the gumbo... I wanted to love her, I really did. The flavor wasn't bad, but it came in this little skillet instead of a bowl and I needed more juice, more sauce, more of that rich, soupy goodness. It just didn't quite hit for me. But overall? I'm definitely going back. Blake's is a whole vibe, especially if you're an oyster girl like me. read more

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Great Oysters! Went on Monday for the special with my friend. The oysters was so good.Crab fingers amazing! It was definitely packed!! Pack your patience but service is great. 20% is automatically added Complimentary valet since the parking lot is microscopic . read more

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We happened to be in the area so we stopped by. I was pleasantly surprised by the whole vibe this place has. The decor is cute, our server had a great personality, and everyone there seemed to be having a good time. We ordered the crab fingers, chargrilled oysters, and the fried shrimp and oyster plate. Everything was good. I would recommend eating the crab fingers as soon as they come out because the sauce gets thick as it cools. Best bite: The shrimp, they were huge and cooked perfectly. Least favorite bite: Fried oysters, they were kind of chewy. I would definitely recommend giving this spot a try. read more

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Happy hour specials are cool even though it's only between 4pm-6pm. The deviled eggs and crab dip were really good. The bread pudding was the size of a cupcake and it was cold in the middle. Creole ribs weren't that good. Mine came out cold. The oysters are very small and the up-charge for the added crab meat isn't worth it. They give you 3 lil pieces of crab meat on the oysters and 2 pieces of bread to eat it with. Ambience and service was great but the food, not so much. read more

When they say the claw fingers are the best thing on the menu, believe them! Blake the owner was walking around checking on everyone at least 5-6 times throughout the night. T the manager on duty was awesome and the vibes are great here. We sat at the bar and the music was top tier but not too loud where you couldn't hear someone next to you. The bar drinks are reasonable priced. If anything I'm going back for those claw fingers!!! I wasn't a fan of the gumbo, not spicy and didn't really have much going on but they were busy. Now the parking is crazy - I lucked out and saw someone coming out and scooted in but valet parking is available and really the only option. read more

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My friend and I wanted to check this place out because it opened recently and we've been hearing relatively good reviews. On Mondays, they also have an oyster happy hour. When we got there, it was packed both the dining area and the bar. We put our name down and waited for a little bit. The host and the manager were very accommodating and tried to get us out as soon as possible. The oysters were fresh, and while I enjoyed the Branzino, there was an option to get it with crab meat, which I didn't do and will want to try next time. read more

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Color me surprised! I have been trying to make it to Blake's forever but the parking lot/parking situation would scare me away. Knowing this, I ask my best friend that is in town visiting to meet me at 2pm on a Sunday, before the church crowd got there. Best decision ever lol. I made reservations, but a grabbed some seats at the bar (mainly because there was a family in front of us and the matriarch was having a meltdown about the space and the noise, lol, and the bar seats were going fast). Ariuna was our bartender/waitress and she took very good care of us! She made great suggestions, was never overbearing and was always smiling. Now to get to the reason why you are here. How is the food, you might ask? IT SLAPPED! So I am not much of an oyster girl. But my significant other couldn't make it to join us and I knew he would ask how the oysters were so I found an option on the menu that married all of my wants: chargrilled oysters, fish and shrimp platter! Note that all of their platters come with fries-you can sub for a different side but you will pay. The fries were good though and so was the rest of my food! The portions were large enough to have plenty of leftovers to go home with. A lot of people talk about the price points but honestly for what I got plus a drink I didn't do half bad. Now, you won't go in here spending just $20 but the food is worth the money. I will be back soon! read more

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First off this place is located in a great spot off Fairburn road near the intersection of Cascade! It was a total of 7 for our gathering. Our lunch included: Shrimp and fries 10/10 Catfish and fries 10/10 Gumbo 10/10 Catfish po boy 20/10 Crab fingers 20/10 Although their menu is à la carte the prices weren't too bad. We also had a flight of margaritas that were really strong but soo good. Jahan was our server and she was really good with our party. The ambiance is really cute. Def will be back!!! read more

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I was literally stalking their IG for the opening date since the first time I heard they were opening. I've been there 3 times now and I love the food. I usually get the chargrilled oysters and the oyster po'boy. Whatever that sauce is on the chargrilled oysters needs to be bottled. I was happy they gave me bread because I needed to sop up whatever was left of that sauce after I ate the oysters. The oyster po'boy has perfectly fried oysters but they definitely need to add more remoulade. I always ask for more on the side because what they put on the bread is very little. This comes from someone who is not heavily into sauces. Just an FYI, this place is not exactly cheap. My 6 oysters, sandwich, iced tea plus tip came to about $60. If that's not an option, I'd encourage you to take advantage of their $10 lunch special. Either way, GO! read more

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So this restaurant shares a wall with BOSK & a lot with a gas station, but it's decorated very nicely. It has indoor & outdoor seating but it is a tiny bit cramped (we also came on a Friday night so it might not always be like that). We had a reservation & although we were a little late, they still accommodated us. The server was real nice and helpful, answering all our questions and was very attentive. The food was good, however I will say everything was extremely saucy. The sauces used had good flavor, but it was hard to taste the actual food with the sauce overpowering everything. My table tried the Oyster Rockefeller (yes), the Crab Fingers (drowned in sauce & the "fingers" were baby blue crabs-- so tiny), the Mac & Cheese (real good but very saucy -- Lobster Mac isn't really worth it for the amount of lobster vs price difference), NY Strip (comes with one side & although the taste was good, I asked for medium rare & got borderline medium well/well done so it was a bit tough), & Beignets (they were good, but taste nothing like authentic beignets. They were very crunchy & coated in cinnamon sugar, then dusted with powdered sugar. Very sweet but good). For drinks, I'd recommend the old fashioned & the lemon drop flight (all tasted good). read more

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This spot is located in a plaza alongside other Black-owned businesses in SWATS and has been open for about three months. Because it's in a plaza, parking is plentiful, and valet is available during certain hours. As soon as you walk in, you're transported into a forest-like atmosphere, complete with a stunning imitation tree behind the bar -- trunk, branches, leaves, and all. There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, and the garage-style doors make it easy to convert the space into an open indoor-outdoor experience during warmer months. For cooler weather, heaters are available for outdoor seating. We were greeted by several pleasant staff members and seated right away. Our server, Anna, was friendly and took great care of us. We arrived during the lunch special, where select small plates are offered for $10. The chargrilled oysters were the reason we came, but we stayed for the gator bites, crab claws, and the espresso martini tower! Everything was amazing. Although I visited on a Friday, I'll definitely be back for their $1.75 oysters (raw and chargrilled) available all day on Mondays. read more

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This spot is so cute. We sat at the bar and the gentleman with the locs served us. I had fried catfish and Brussels sprouts. Parking can be tight but they do have valet. read more

Five star service and food!!! Everything was great and the restaurant is a VIBE!!! Came for lunch on a Thursday and the restaurant was filling up quick. This is clearly a go to lunch spot for professionals during the week. The music was great and not too loud so you can enjoy your conversation. I especially liked the hostesses!! They were so welcoming and made me feel right at home. Ordered the catfish with red beans and rice from the $10 lunch menu. That's right - $10! It's a pretty good portion and the catfish was sooooo GOOD! Fried hard (like I like it) and seasoned like your Grandma was in the kitchen! Highly recommend. I'm not the biggest red beans and rice person, but these beans melt in your mouth and have the perfect amount of Cajun seasoning. I would definitely order them again! Coming back really soon!!!! They also have another location opening in soon in Smyrna. read more

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Super cute restaurant on the southside equipped with bar and outdoor seating. I went during a weekday around lunch and it had decent crowd which let me know the food must be pretty good. I opted to take my food to go and was directed to order at the bar. As for the service experience, overall it was a bit frustrating. The bartender, Raneca, was very friendly, which I appreciated. However, there was a significant issue with the payment process. After placing my to-go order, I noticed she didn't take my payment right away. When my food arrived, I tried to get her attention to pay, but instead, I had to alert another bartender. She was kind enough to fetch Raneca for me, but instead of processing my payment, Raneca sat my check in front of me and walked away, leaving me sitting there for nearly 10 minutes without being charged all while my food is getting cold. In that time, I attempted to catch Raneca's attention again, but she was too busy attending to other tasks. Finally, the other bartender passed my card to Raneca while she was at the POS, checking out another customer. Instead of charging my card right then, she set it aside and continued to check in on other guests and perform various tasks. At one point, Raneca walked by me and started to wash glasses from the bar and I was so frustrated that I decided to leave the food behind and just get my card back. I asked the other bartender to retrieve my card, and when she checked, she saw it still hadn't been charged. I could hear Raneca respond, "I'm trying to take care of this; we're both busy," which was disappointing given the situation. On the brighter side, the food was enjoyable. The catfish with the white beans and rice were delicious and for $10 during their lunch special a really good deal. However, the oyster po' boy was a letdown; it had only four oysters making it hard to appreciate their flavor. The marmalade was tasty though. While I appreciate the friendly staff, the payment process needs significant improvement to enhance the dining experience. I hope the restaurant can address these issues, as the food itself has great potential. read more

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Visited on National Oyster Day and it was just ok. The service was great. Our server was very attentive. The drinks were good. The food was honestly, just ok. I'm open to giving it another try. The parking is tight over there, but there is complimentary valet. read more

The food with a New Orleans twist was very tasty. The drink were also so good. We had good service. We did not try the oysters but I said I would be back. Not a great date night spot if you want to talk because the music is pretty loud, so it's not easy to hear but overall good vibe. They have complimentary valet even though the parking lot is next to a gas station, so you can really self park. But if it's complimentary I won't complain. read more

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The guest experience manager Carrie was the bom , she handled all our issues without any issues. Star the bartender was tentative and on point and my experience here was great. The food as on point and everyone was super polite and professional. The ambiance was ok a little warm when they opened the garage door read more

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So last night we tried Blake's Oyster Bar. So, I want to start by saying that I don't know what I was expecting before going. I had seen the restaurant on Instagram, which led me to visit the location. When I walked in, the space was smaller than I'd anticipated, but everyone was welcoming and friendly. Although there wasn't anyone at the host podium right away, as soon as the doors opened, the staff approached us and seated us almost immediately. The service was excellent -- I have no complaints. We felt well taken care of and heard, and the recommendations they provided were truly helpful. Blake's offers an excellent music selection, with a well-curated playlist that contributes significantly to the overall atmosphere. I ordered the stuffed Branzino with roasted potatoes and sautéed spinach. The fish was tasty, although it wasn't stuffed in the traditional way I expected--it seemed like crab cake filling was placed on top rather than inside the fish. The potatoes and spinach lacked flavor, and I didn't enjoy either side. However, the fish was well seasoned, though I found the stuffing unappealing since it just resembled crab cake mix cooked on top. I also tried the crab cake appetizer, which was excellent--it had more crab than filler, and came with a flavorful sauce. My companion had the redfish entrée, which he found delicious. Although the sauce was a bit salty, he enjoyed his meal overall. The rice was perfectly cooked, and the cut of redfish was thick, fully cooked, and very satisfying. He also noted that the oysters were delicious, and he ordered the Oyster Rockefeller. I also wanted to mention that the drinks here were amazing. Everything that we tried was tasty. The only drawback is that this location shares a small parking lot with several other businesses in the plaza and is next to a gas station, so parking could be difficult if there's a large crowd. read more

My experience initially started off rough, but ended on a high note thanks to the bartender Ambrose. I saw a special they were advertising for $1.26 chargrilled oysters for New Year's Day on TikTok. I love a good deal, so my friend and I decided to go. I made reservations prior on open table. I arrived early and noticed how packed it was. The restaurant is in a small shopping plaza next to a gas station and another restaurant. People were literally piling out of the door as I made my way to the hostess stand. When I inquired about my reservation, I was informed that reservations wouldn't be honored and that they attempted to call some people to cancel reservations. I never received a call and did not observe anything on the TikTok post that stated reservations wouldn't be honored, so I asked to speak to a manager. After expressing my frustration with the situation, the manager informed me that she would seat me shortly. I was standing near the bar and luckily 2 seats opened, so I grabbed those. Ambrose greeted me promptly. To begin, I ordered a kiwi lemon drop. To eat, I ordered the chargrilled oysters, gumbo and the crab claws. The crab claws were good, but the portion was small. The gumbo was decent. I wish they served it in a bowl instead of the shallow dish it arrived on. The oysters were delicious. For my second cocktail, I ordered a French 75 with Hennessy. It was superb! I truly appreciate the awesome customer service from Ambrose. The average drink is around $18 and most menu items were overpriced. I may return for another special if they offer it again, but i wouldn't go out of my way to return. read more

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Blake's was good. I went in for the lunch special. The food was delicious and the value for the price was great. The servers were friendly and hospitable, though the drink prices were kind of pricey, however, everything is pricey nowadays.I'm gonna go back and try different.Item. read more

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This was one of theee best seafood restaurants that I've been to! The service was great! (We had 19 people at our table) The food was great! The drinks were great! I can't say anything negative! The decor was also on point! Although the entrees that I ordered didn't look as "pretty" as the plates from the other tables, they were soooooo good. Although it isn't seafood, the steak was one of the best I've had! Seasoned and cooked perfectly! I can't wait to go back when I'm back in town! read more

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Second visit. We had reservations here and seated immediately. The food was okay. I had a hot sausage poboy which was alright. I can't say this was amazing or I'd order again, if you get my drift. There wasn't any flavor that attacked my tastebuds. Per the table, their oysters and shrimp...fish was okay also. The gator bites were 'meh' and everyone felt the amount given were not comparable to the price. Such as a side of bread, 4 small pieces were $2. (Pic uploaded) maybe small pieces of French bread would've worked better. We were able to pay separately. They have an automatic 20% gratuity to each bill so keep that in mind. read more

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If I could give this restaurant zero stars, I would. I'll start with the positives. The wait staff was pleasant, and the atmosphere was beautiful. Like many Atlanta restaurants, the ambiance was inviting, with great décor and enjoyable music. Unfortunately, the food was a huge disappointment. My partner and I started with the crab fingers as an appetizer, but they were so overly salted that they were nearly impossible to enjoy. For our entrées, we ordered the shrimp and chargrilled oyster platter. For $37, we received only four shrimp and four oysters, which was extremely disappointing for the price. The portion size did not match the cost, and the quality of the food didn't make up for it. Overall, the experience was very disappointing. While the service and atmosphere were decent, the food and value for the money fell far below expectations. I wouldn't return or recommend this restaurant. read more

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My experience wasn't all that it could have been. As soon as I ordered my food I paid for it. My nephew was with with me he ordered as well. She just assumed there was one ticket did not ask. Service was poor food horrible food my Brussel sprouts were burnt. I asked if I could be refunded and she told me she didn't know let her see and never came back. She put everything on one ticket didn't ask if we were paying separately, was wondering why my bill was dang $295.00 I didn't order no where near that much stuff. She did what she wanted to do and I am not pleased at all. lamb shops still had the wild taste in them. So disappointed at Blake's oyster bar those prices they should be ashamed. Over all I really would like to have my money back!!!the lighting was very dem that's why I wasn't able to see those burnt Brussel sprouts. Would not recommend this blakes oyster bar to anyone and I won't be going back. read more

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This restaurant is excellent, the food presentation was very very good. Great ambiance. Have eaten here twice both times for lunch. To park not so great, but it is worth going there to eat read more

It was exactly what I expected! The parking lot was a mess like the previous reviews stated. We walked in the restaurant at 8:06 after spending 10 minutes in the crowed parking lot trying to get valet. Our reservation was at 8pm so the first host checked us in but didn't have a table so she told us we could sit at the bar but there were no open seats at the bar. So we went back to the host but now another young lady was there and we told her we had a reservation at 8 she then told me it's 8:13 and we have a 10 minute grace period.... I should've walked out at that moment but my husband calmly told her we had already checked in with the other lady. The original host did get us seated. Restaurant is small but cute. Menu is limited. Food came out fast. Oysters and crab fingers were small for the price. Overpriced and subpar. Typical Atlanta area restaurant. Bill was $120 for a dozen oysters, 2 margaritas, and crab fingers and we left hungry. read more

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As a Cascade resident, it's so nice to have a new restaurant that not only serves excellent food, but had excellent service! The restraint has great outdoor seating and maximizes it's indoor space to fullest. I went on Monday evening for "Oyster Night"! The oysters were cold and of great quality! I started with raw and transitioned to the char-grilled and MY GOODNESS - amazing!!!! The restaurant was packed, but food quality and service did not suffer. Now, let's talk about our server, NALDO - he was absolutely phenomenal! He was knowledgeable of offerings, quick to approach the table, able to navigate difficult orders and did it all with the best smile! We normally happy hour in midtown and cannot wait to come back next week for happy hour! read more

OMG! Absolutely love this neighborhood jewel. The chargrilled oysters and my redfish Pontchartrain were so good. My Blake's tea and husband D'Usse margarita were both on point. Also, the servers were nice and food came out quickly. The ambiance was a whole vibe. There was plenty of parking near the restaurant on a Wednesday afternoon and even met the owner that was super cool outside. The Review Queen about to be a regular read more

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Good place to get some good seafood! The vibe is fun and the service is really good! Prices are a bit on the high side but the food is pretty good. Definitely recommend if you're on the southside read more

The Food was Great and Ashleen our server was very attentive and helpful. The ambiance was relaxed and very inviting. We sat down around 12:20 and ten minutes after we were getting our appetizers in 5-10 and food came after. We left at 1:40. read more

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I want to come back here and try this again. It looked really good on social, but I felt this place was very overpriced for what was provided. Drinks were $17-24 and were not strong, and the appetizers were the price of entrees. I know it's a new restaurant but charging such high prices with a beat up paper menu is mismatched. The shrimp po boy was a great size but not well dressed. As someone who has spent a lot of time In New Orleans and has family there, I have had a lot of po boys in my life. I had to ask for extra remolaude , which actually was the best part of the meal. The shrimp was good too, and the bread was good but could have been toasted better. Service was pretty good despite a few hiccups and the venue itself is very pretty inside. I'd love to return for the Monday oysters because we paid $24 for 6 oysters which is crazy. My friend got the catfish platter and said it was fine. Overall, I would return and hopefully have a better experience. read more

This was our First time here! The Oyster were good but the crab fingers were . The shrimp was very tasty as well. The catfish and fried lobster wasn't really seasoned that well. However, over all is worth coming back. The place looked amazing the atmosphere was very warm and friendly. We had a Great Service from Deshawn he was friendly gave good recommendations, he really took good care of us! I would for sure come back and try other things. read more