Our server, Taylor, was exceptional. The drinks, food, music, and ambiance were all phenomenal. This restaurant truly embodies the ideal of how all restaurants should operate. Bridget and her team is truly the G.O.A.T!! read more

The food was great and Ricky's customer service was excellent! Will definitely be back.

Bre is an AMAZING server . She always checked on our table and she made my grandmother's birthday very special . I would recommend her to anyone ! read more

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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I remember when the owner was first setting up this spot. It was a late night, and I had just left the place next door. As someone who's worked in the food industry, I understand the grind, so I said a quick prayer and wished the business well. I was back in the area today and decided to finally stop in. Complimentary valet is offered, which is convenient, especially given the limited parking during busy evenings. We were greeted warmly at the door by a young man wearing a "Dior for my real friends" shirt. He was pleasant, and we chose to sit at the bar. Right away, the music felt a bit too loud, and the table behind us was practically shouting just to hold a conversation. One thing that stood out immediately, we weren't offered water. I had to request it myself, which felt like a basic miss. For food, I ordered the crab fingers and chargrilled oysters. Unfortunately, the oysters came out lukewarm, which was disappointing. At that point, I didn't feel comfortable sending them back, so I just ate them. I had ordered Parmesan blackened seasoning, but what I received tasted more like a very salty Cajun-style sauce,similar to the crab fingers. The bread on the side tasted like it had freezer burn. A simple upgrade like lightly toasted, buttered bread would've made a big difference. As for the crab fingers, I've definitely had better. They were overwhelmingly salty. A slice of lemon could've helped cut through that, but none was provided. The drinks were another letdown, very watered down and weak. Mine tasted more like flavored ice than an actual cocktail. I came in with high hopes, but overall, the food experience was disappointing. That said, I do want to acknowledge the positives. The staff,from the young man who greeted us, to the woman who held the door as we left, to the server who brought hot sauce,were all kind and pleasant. However, the automatic 20% gratuity for our serve felt frustrating given the level of service. I have no issue with gratuity in general, but when basics like checking in or offering water are missed, it doesn't feel earned. I wouldn't return, but I do hope this feedback is taken constructively. There's potential here with just a few adjustments. read more

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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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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

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

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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Nice place, and good vibes. Only thing i didn't like is that I made a reservation 4 days prior in advance and when i get there they tell me they not doing reservations. Then i had to wait 30 mins to an hour and then a fight broke out but was handled quickly. 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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The catfish and oysters and lobster tails was good service was good but it took a long time to be seated for 3 people on Mondays read more

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So happy to have nice oyster bar on the south-side of town. My family and I enjoyed dinner here on Friday night so the crowd meter was pretty high, yet the service was still quick, efficient and attentive. There's R&B playing somewhat loudly in the background so not the ideal place for an intimate meal but definitely a nice place for a group setting. For the appetizers, we ordered the crab dip and the crawfish egg rolls and I will certainly be back for both. Can you spell, "w-o-w"! The flavors and the size of both the crab meat and the crawfish were outstanding!! For my entree, I ordered the raw oysters and thoroughly enjoyed them. But my favorite item was the fried shrimp and fries. The shrimp, I believe, is battered in this lemony garlic flour and man were they good! I can't wait to come try their lunch menu for a po' boy! I sampled all of my family's meals and all I'll say is this place definitely knows how to make good seafood, all the food we ate was delicious. So happy to have this quality restaurant near Cascade and will definitely be bringing more friends when I come back! 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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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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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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Blake's Oyster Bar was a really good experience. I had the fried shrimp, chargrilled oysters, and Brussels sprouts, and everything was flavorful and well prepared. My friend had the fried fish with chargrilled oysters and enjoyed it too. The lemon drops were also very good. What really stood out was the overall vibe. The ambience was great, the customer service was on point, and the patio seating made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you want good food, good drinks, and a nice atmosphere. read more

Hands down one of the best black owned restaurants in the Atlanta area. Free parking!!! Service top notch, great I mean GREAT food. We had the catfish and fried oysters--catfish was cooked to perfection--and the redfish pontrachain, outrageous!! We knew the cook had to have been Louisiana trained or from there. Grateful for the great experience. read more

Everything was great. Service was great. Ambiance is amazing. Food is top tier. I have been several times and I can't wait to go back!

The absolute worst restaurant experience I had in a restaurant in years. Anna the server was rude, ignored our request and disrespectful. The drinks were watered down the sides dishes were $16. Drinks $21 and the prices of the entrees were ridiculous. And this is a restaurant in the parking lot with a gas station. #BoyStop B read more

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

We had an 11/30 am reservation on a Monday and was free and seated right away. Our waitress was so kind and friendly. She gave great suggestions for drinks and was very knowledgeable about the food choices. The crab fingers appetizer was only the beginning to a fabulous meal. The Seafood stuffed Branzino was slap your mama good as well as the fried catfish and shrimp. The grilled oysters were the bomb and the Mac and cheese was to die for. The portions were very generous and we took two to go boxes. The only thing was the music. It was very loud and inappropriate for the kids that were at several tables but when we asked for a music change and to lower it, they were very kind to do so. This made conversation with our group and others around us very enjoyable. The outside patio was great, the weather was great also!! I would highly recommend this place! 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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Okay Blake's Oyster Bar... I see you. First of all complimentary parking?? In this economy?? We love to see it. That already started the night off right. The ambiance was laid-back, grown, and chill. It's giving "cute date night" or "girls' night but we still classy." The service was smooth, quick, and attentive without being annoying. The drinks? Strong enough to mind your business but still taste good. And the food... baby. Delicious. Fresh. Seasoned properly. Yes, it's a little on the pricey side, but honestly? Worth it. What really stood out to me was the owner walking around greeting people and making sure everyone was comfortable. That personal touch matters. You can tell they care about the experience. Now the reason I can't give a full five stars: the seating situation. This place has clearly blown up (as it should!), but it doesn't quite have the space to match the buzz. The wait can get long, and if you end up seated outside... whew. Direct sun. No mercy. Sis was cooking before the oysters even hit the table. Blake's please invest in some umbrellas for the outdoor seating. That would elevate the whole experience from great to flawless. Overall? I'll absolutely be back. Just maybe checking the weather app first. read more

Traveling from Tampa & planned an overnight stay in ATL, the family & I wanted some seafood. We found Blake's on TikTok & decided to give it a try. The food was amazing. We ordered the Seafood Platter, Gumbo, Deviled Eggs, Begneits, Bread pudding. Everything was season very well. We will definitely return for another visit The Englishes Alabama 2026 read more

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So unfortunately I could not rate the food, because we never got a chance to sit and taste it. My friend made a reservation for 4 for a Monday evening at 8pm to celebrate a friend from out of towns promotion. We arrived as early as 7:30pm and was informed by the hostess that they do NOT take reservations on Monday for Oyster Night. Nowhere on their social media, website or even on OpenTable that allowed us to book stated first come first serve. When we showed the reservation the hostess said that's a problem with OpenTable, not us. What??? This isn't something that should have been worked out already or even honored? After waiting outside for more than 45 minutes we left. Again if a reservation were not made I understand the wait, but to still be waiting for seating for the kitchen to close in an hour was unacceptable. read more

Service was outstanding! Must try the margarita flights too. Well seasoned food and great portion size as well! Exceeded my expectations!