Brown Bag Westside in Atlanta, GA, is a delightful quick seafood restaurant that combines a casual atmosphere with a menu full of fresh, flavorful dishes. Super casual vibes and the service is top notch. They are quick to help you order and the service afterwards. The food was super fresh tasting. Everything was made to order. They said the number one was their Lobster Roll but I would stop in anytime just to grab the Hush Puppies with whatever the concoction was for the dill tartar sauce. I would literally bath in it. Brown Bag Westside delivers a fantastic seafood experience that appeals to both locals and visitors. If you're stopping by for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, the combination of fresh seafood, friendly service, and a casual atmosphere makes it a great ATL spot to eat. read more

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Had a lunch meeting here and not sure I'll go back for another meal. The music in this place is sooooo loud. I asked about turning it down and the person taking my order couldn't hear me; shocker. There is limited seating inside, but I couldn't handle the music so I sat outside. The staff were friendly and kind. The food was just food. I forgot to ask for condiments and no one asked if I wanted any either. The prices were decent too. Parking is confusing. Some areas of the parking lot have signs that say pay to park and most areas of the parking lot do not have any signs referencing parking. I didn't taste any seasoning on the fish I ordered so I used vinegar to bring out some flavor. That helped a little, but not much. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Front counter - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Pretty decent. I had the fish tacos with chips. Fish was above average, the sauce that accompanied helped. Chips and tortilla were average, mass produced tasting. GF had the salmon over greens. Good flavor but salmon was overcooked. Not horrible, not great. Counter guy was very nice. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

A couple of things that irritate me to no end. Appetizers and soups coming out at the same time as entrees. Someone that sits down after I do getting their food before I do when we ordered the same thing. Chowdah was served hot but was salty af. I didn't care for the French fries. I won't be back unless hubby wants the salmon quinoa thing which seems healthy and I'm always excited to when he leans healthy. read more

YUMMY! Wanted something fresh & healthy and this definitely delivered. Came out quick, food was good, and patio was cute! read more

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Delish food with great outdoor patio and even better service! KayKay is the best --- he always greets us with a smile and goes above and beyond to make sure we are taken good care of! Thank you KayKay .... and see you soon! read more

Love the 4-6 "Happy Hour" dinner pricing and location with indoor and out door seating. The hostess was gracious in explaining the menu and ordering procedures. upon entering the smell was divine, and he had very high expectations. however, after a very long, wait, we feel that the meal did not at all meet our expectations. The quinoa and rice clump together and was similar to a product we purchased from the supermarket out of a pack. Although we ordered tempura cod, it was very very overcooked, and it did not seem fresh, but as if it was a frozen product that was deep-fried . I am very confused by the vegetable as the vegetables that they are blending don't seem to blend well together and left me chewing under cooked vegetables for a long time . I have high hopes for this place and hope the food does improve to match the people working there. read more

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Kicked off celebrating my partner's birthday here since lobster rolls was something they were dying to try. We were welcomed with big smiles and friendly words by the manager and the cook. This place is gorgeous, clean, and the music selection really fit the vibe. I was unsure of what to get, and the manager suggested getting the dinner plate with the chowder. She was VERY confident that you could do no wrong with anything on the menu, and I believed her. She was not wrong. My partner got the lobster roll with truffle parm tots. I got the dinner plate with salmon, the veggie blend, and the infamous chowder! We got garlic shrimp and hush puppies on the side as well. Our food came out 10 minutes after ordering and my god was it delicious! - I am not a big fan of salmon as most people tend to overcook it, but this salmon was juicy and flaky. Not heavily seasoned, but the side of lemon was perfect to balance out the taste. - The bread? THE BREAD! I would drive here for the garlic bread alone, oh my goodness. - The veggie blend wasn't nothing to rave about, but it was cooked perfectly and went well with the salmon. - The hush puppies had the perfect crispy exterior and fluffy and well seasoned interior. - The garlic shrimp was delicious, but the sauce that was paired with made it to die for! - My partner liked, but didn't love the lobster rolls. But they LOVED the bread. Everything was delicious and well balanced and I would absolutely recommend this specific location. The people are great, parking isn't a hassle, and you get to explore the cool spots in the area. I will be taking all of my friends here when they visit Atlanta! read more

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The food here is so gooood. The price point is great, the food is fresh, and the atmosphere and is nice chill. The service is prompt and came out with 10 mins. Great place to grab a quick quality lunch or dinner for sure. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Crispy Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

What a delicious experience after a busy day. I've been aware of Brown Bag Seafood and read so many great reviews, but can't believe it took me so long to actually make a visit in. After a great event across the sidewalk at Indiehouse Fragrance in WSP, my intern/friend and I decided to grab dinner at Brown Bag to end the evening. From the exterior (and across the street), they almost looked close but after checking their hours and seeing a few folks leaving with their bags of food, we were breaking our necks to look at the menu. Brown Bag offers a variety of seafood options in a number of ways like chowder, fish & chips, tacos, grilled choices, lobster rolls and so much more. As a lover of seafood myself, this was an easy sell to me. Their menu was super clear and allowed us to DIY our meals or choose from a few prefixe items. Jamesa decided on their dinner plate that included two sides (parmesan tots and elote) and I opted for their grilled catch in taco form with their seasonal elote (really, esquites) and buffalo tots, paired with an ginger Arnold Palmer. We ordered it in advance, fearful that by the time our event ended, they would be closing down. The event ended early so we headed over to Brown Bag with 2 of our fellow Elites to grab our food. Upon arrival, there were 2 employees out front (AB + and Lowla, I believe) and wow, what sweethearts! We were in great spirits and bugging them like we were all old friends. As someone who previously worked in restaurants, I know how much of a bummer it can be to see folks come in with less than 30 minutes before closing, lol. But these employees were SO kind and accommodating. Not only to us, but to the other customers that came in behind us to place last minute orders or pick up their scheduled orders. Although we were early for our scheduled pickup time, AB quickly started on our order. While we waited and talked, we tried some sauces from their sauce bar and let me tell you, their hot sauce and boss sauce are IT!! The hot sauce had the perfect amount of vinegar and the boss sauce had such an amazing combination of flavors included, such a hit. Once I got home to finally take a load off, I dug into my meal. They came with a small cup of salsa and chips, but I was more focused on my entree and sides. Sadly, the seasonal elote didn't do it for me. It had a bit too much mayo, was too watery and the flavors just didn't mesh well in my opinion. It happens! I love esquites so maybe I was expecting something different. The tots though? WOW. I mean, tater tots are a national treasure no matter what. But adding that amazing buffalo sauce and a bit of blue cheese? Life-changing. I wish I had gotten double buffalo tots. The tacos were LOADED with flaky grilled fish, cabbage, cilantro, red onions and jalapenos. I'll be honest, I generously spread the hot sauce and boss sauce over both of them so I didn't take in the original flavor too much but I have zero regrets. Those tacos were A1! The sauces paired with the freshness of the taco truly took it to another level. I was starving after a fun evening of mingling with my fellow Yelpers and this meal really sealed the deal on a 5-star day. I can't wait to go back and try some more dishes! read more

Came in after leaving an event super hungry and Brown Bag Seafood was the only place open close by that wasn't greasy fast food. I ordered the fish and chips. Really tasty and crisp to perfection. I paired it with their house sauce. The staff was really friendly and made us laugh while we waited for our food. Mine didn't even make it home I ate everything on the drive lol. read more

The food is delicious but LoLa made it an experience. She is a big personality in a wonderful little package. she was awesome with recommendations and extremely professional. I will keep coming back because of her. read more

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Food, staff and service were great. Ate indoors because of the heat. It was quaint and enjoyable with a laid back vibe. Will come again when I'm in the area read more

This place was fast and friendly Midas was outstanding with his customers service and making sure I did was hot and fresh. I ordered fish and chips and the lobster roll. The music was nice and refreshing and the place was clean and smelled fresh. read more

I usually like this place. This time, I ordered the dinner plate (listed as having larger portions) and I received two pieces of fish that were so small, the box looked like it was missing something. For the money I paid for my dinner, that is completely unacceptable. read more

Visited on a Friday evening - happy hour time. Westside Provisions is very busy on Fridays or anytime actually so snag a parking spot and don't forget to pay. It's ParkMobile via the app or machine. The restaurant has a code to validate parking - I forgot to go back in to update my fee for 4 hours. The restaurant is a casual, order at the counter and take a number for the food to be delivered to your table. There's a small variety of alcoholic drinks, the usual sodas, the house ginger pineapple punch and teas. The menu is simple with easy ingredients for those wanting something healthier. The sauces are on the side and more at their condiments bar. The presentation on the menu photos and once plated is very nice. Portions are on the average side - probably 1.5 cups of veggies and 1/2 cup protein. The flavors were on the under seasoned side to me. Not bland but definitely didn't have much flavor. I guess that's what the sauces were for. Overall, I felt like I had a healthy meal on a Friday night with my friends. We ate on the outside patio to people watch - the one next door for Jeni's Ice Cream got longer & longer! Try it out if you enjoy casual dining and a reasonable price. read more

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Good food. Decent service. Ambiance is ok. I would recommend this place if you like seafood.

Delish food and even better service! KayKay is the best --- always greets us with a smile and goes above and beyond to make sure we are taken good care of! Thank you KayKay .... and see you soon! read more

Service sucks and staff very rude. We arrived at the counter ready to place our order but waited for 15 minutes behind two patrons who were chatting and sipping lemonade without ordering any food. During that time, we politely signaled the cook passing by but he could not take our order. Meanwhile, the cashier continued laughing, talking, and drinking lemonade with the two patrons for the entire 15 minutes. She barely acknowledged us, despite our repeated attempts to catch her attention. Feeling ignored and unwelcome, we ultimately left without ordering any food. read more

The food was ok. Ordering was easy and the food came out fast. The buffalo shrimp was good but my fish and chips weren't great. It was a little cold in the middle. read more

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Food and Service BEYOND Exceptional. Love the Consistency. Great Team and Leadership under Lola

When Brown Bag Seafood Co. opened their first location in Atlanta at Colony Square in Midtown last fall (October 2020), I immediately became a fan. Brown Bag's food is healthy, delicious, served up quick, and it's relatively affordable. If you're having trouble deciding what to grab for lunch or dinner, Brown Bag is an easy, practical, and guilt-free option. Locally, Brown Bag is comparable to Upbeet and gusto! -- fast-casual, healthy eats. This location on Howell Mill Rd at Westside Provisions District opened sometime around late February/early March 2021. It's in the space formerly occupied by Star Provisions, next to Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams. One big advantage to this location over the Colony Square location is free parking. Note: If you're just picking up at the Colony Square location, you can park in the valet lane for free to pick up your order. At the time of writing this review, these are the only two locations of Brown Bag Seafood Co. outside of Chicago (eight locations in Chi-Town). On my first visit to this location, I ordered and paid using my phone. Browsing the menu, choosing the items I wanted, and selecting my payment info was straightforward and convenient. My order was ready in about 10 minutes. Fast. And this was at a peak time, 6:30pm on a weeknight. Here's what I got: * Family Bundle for 2 ($25.00) - includes two boxes and two sides - Box 1: Daily Catch - Mahi-Mahi, grilled, lightly seasoned in a Greens & Grains box (ancient grain blend of brown rice, quinoa, and wheatberry with blend of sauteed Brussels sprouts, broccoli, green beans, kale, fresh spinach, and herbs) - Box 2: Seared Tuna (+$2.00) - yellowfin tuna, seared rare in a Greens & Grains box (same as above) - Sides: Truffle-Parm Tots, Louisiana Tang Slaw * Fish & Chips ($14.00) - battered fish, French fries, Classic Slaw, and tartar sauce * Extra side: Lime-Cilantro Slaw ($2.50) My first impression of the food was it did not taste as good nor was it presented as nicely (I'm being nitpicky here) as the food I got from the Colony Square location. I think that was for a couple reasons: (1) I ordered different things. At the Colony Square location, I got the Salmon Greens & Grains box ($11.25), the Crispy Cod Tacos ($10.85), and the Chowdah (regular size, $6.00). (2) The manager lady at the Colony Square location knew what she was doing. The staff at this location seemed new and I got the feeling they were still working the kinks out. That said, don't let this deter you. I was still very happy with my first takeout experience here. I plan on coming back and recommending this place to my friends. My Mahi-Mahi was OK. It was disappointingly overcooked. It was a little too dry and chewy. Luckily, the staff included two cups of "Boss Sauce" (mix of hot sauce, ketchup, mayo, and other ingredients) which helped. Normally, I'd order Salmon (and that is what I recommend instead of the Mahi-Mahi), but I wanted to try something different this time. The Seared Tuna fared better. The slices were tender and delicate. They tasted delicious with the umami-rich sesame soy sauce (I used it as a dipping sauce). One of the big reasons I became a fan of Brown Bag is for their Greens & Grains mix. These were on par with the Colony Square location. Fresh, yummy, filling, and good for you. Obviously, the Fish & Chips weren't as healthy as the Greens & Grains boxes. There were two pieces of fish and they were thick, crispy, and tasty. Along with tartar sauce, the Fish & Chips came with malt vinegar (this wasn't listed on the menus). The fries were thick, crispy, and tasty as well. If you like fish & chips, I don't think you can go wrong with Brown Bag's version. It's good. As for the sides, the Truffle-Parm Tots were outstanding. Definitely get some. They were rich and full of flavor. I enjoyed all three slaws - Louisiana Tang, Classic, and Lime-Cilantro - equally. It's really up to your personal taste preferences. All three slaws were cool, fresh, and crunchy. I noticed some non-typical slaw ingredients in Brown Bag's versions like celery and cucumber. The Colony Square location is small. This location at Westside Provisions District is tiny. They do have a dining room, but space is limited. During my visit for this review, the restaurant was following social distancing guidelines. Seating was limited to the perimeter of the interior space only and dine-in capacity was limited to only about 10 customers. There was additional seating outside on the covered patio (another advantage of this location over the Colony Square location is covered outdoor seating). The space itself looks great. Very clean, polished, and new. Bright, light, white colors. The same halyard ropes, dock lighting, and wood paneling like the Colony Square location. Brown Bag's branding and design fit in naturally with the aesthetic of Westside Provisions District, so no surprise they opened here. Service was excellent. Amazing customer service and attitude from Mercedes. read more

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ordered from here on a delivery app and i've been craving it again ever since. they had a BOGO at the time and we love that. i was able to use my leftovers for a healthy meal prep. the veggies were a bit on the oily side but they were still soo good, and hopefully they use a healthy oil. i opted out of the grains but maybe that would soak up some of the oil/grease. i ordered the salmon veggie box, i did pay extra to try their sauces but i didn't end up eating the sauces because the food was already flavorful enough and the sauces just seemed fatty & oily for no reason (we're on a diet here!) looking forward to trying the grilled catch next time i see they have BOGO going on! read more

Lexi is the ABSOLUTE Best Leader Ever! the food is great! you guys have to MUST go visit! ask for Lexi, say Carlos sent you!

Outdoor dinning was nice The customer service was beautiful We appreciate the love that was show read more

I absolutely love their lobster rolls. The lobster meat is served warm stuffed in a toasted bun, with parmesan tots. I usually ask for classics tots no cheese though. It's hands down the very best lobster roll in the city, you definitely have to try it! DELICIOUS!!! The service is also great and the staff are always very friendly and accommodating. read more

I love this new spot. Delicious food served quickly. Everyone has been so kind and welcoming. I've been here a few times now. I've had the powerbox with crispy shrimp, cod tacos, lobster roll , clam chowder, and parmesean truffle fries. No complains about anything. The cod tacos are probably my favorite, stuffed with cod. The boss sauce is delish as well. Go, try something new. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Cod tacos - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

This place is amazing! Food is fresh and prepared with care. If you don't rate this establishment a 5 out of 5 please question your life decisions. Lola and AB are always consistently providing great service which I find is becoming more rare in Atlanta. They've taken the time to get to know me and always suggest items on the menu they think I'd like based on my previous purchases. Who does that? I'd recommend this location to anyone who wants a quick and reliable product along with great customer care. read more

Went today for an early dinner. My mom had the chowder and hush puppies. She liked both of them - especially the hush puppies! I got the tuna with 1/2grains and 1/2greens which I enjoyed. Jay - who took our order - was super friendly and helpful. Although the restaurant is in the fast casual category , we felt that the staff went above and beyond to help us. Definitely go if you're looking for a healthy and tasty meal and friendly folks. read more

I love the Arnold Palmer Gingerade. I also tried the NEW BBQ Salmon Bacon Salad. Amazing! Lola Pop is a great time. Ask for her. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - I love the Arnold Palmer Gingerade. I also tried the NEW BBQ Salmon Bacon Salad. Amazing! Lola Pop is a great time. Ask for her. - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Delicious. Salmon was tender, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. Ancient grains complemented Brussels, broccoli, green beans, and kale combination wonderfully. Everything tasted so fresh and yummy. Squeezing the lemon wedge over it was just the bow on top. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Large Greens & Grains (half Powerbox, half Veggiebox) Salmon bowl. - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Was looking for a healthy dinner option and found this place. Quite expensive - spent $100 on the items in my photos. Most expensive was the lobster roll (about $35). The spicy cauliflower was delicious and full of flavor. The spice wasn't overwhelming. I didn't care for the slaw - didn't have much flavor to me. I would give the lobster roll about 7/10. There was way too much butter on the roll. The salmon bowl with brown rice and quinoa was great after we added the special sauce they provide. The green veggies under the daily catch were bland. I don't have to go back but it's a good option when in a bind. read more

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Best Lobster sandwich I've ever had. The staff are really amazing! Thanks for the great food read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Lobster sandwich, red wine! - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Food was pretty good. We got a salmon salad and the grits (seasonal special) and the tots. We could have done without the tots. Grits were good but a little too decadent for my liking (but that's me). Salmon was well cooked. I dock the stars because when I went, they only put 1/3 items in my bag- only grits, no salad or tots. I didn't realize until I got home so I went all the way back to get it. I've worked in food service before so I know it happens, but there was no apology or any acknowledgment that they originally missed the items. And even after they gave me my order, they didn't get it correct until I noticed again (ordered large salmon, got small size). Would try again but wasn't that happy with my experience. read more

Listen if you're looking for some fire shrimp tacos, this is the place!! So delicious, fresh, and bursting with flavor. This is my 4th shrimp taco order and trust me they never miss! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Mojo Shrimp Tacos - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

This review is from an order I made about a month ago. This was my first time ordering from Brown Bag Seafood. I got the grilled fish of the day (flounder I believe) and salad using Uber Eats, as I was really craving something light for dinner. Unfortunately, I was greatly disappointed by the lack of flavor. The fish was very bland and slightly over cooked. The salad was pretty basic and didn't really come with any flavorful dressing. I had to do a lot of doctoring at home. I'm giving it 3 stars because the packaging and service was great. I am willing to go back and try another dish, but I was pretty underwhelmed by this one. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Low-Carb Daily Catch Salad (Grilled Flounder) - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I had really high hopes for this spot, and I'm sad to say those hopes have been crushed. I've visited three times in total. I'll give it to them, the food isn't bad. Not very flavorful, but not bad. I REALLY want to like them. But here we are. My biggest issue is that each time I got food there, something was messed up or forgotten. The first time, they left out my garlic toast. The second time, they again left out the garlic toast AND the grains. Third time, I got my garlic toast (small victory), but got home and realized i had wayyyyyy less chicken than the other two times? And no sauces. It's just odd that I ordered the same meal each time, yet they were all different. Besides that, the customer service isn't great. At all. Some of the employees are really nice, others the complete opposite. Will I be back? Possibly, on a day of desperation. But, I'd 100% check to make sure everything's in the bag before leaving. *Note-Masks are not required here, and there is no social distancing. Staff does wear them, but not properly....so not really. If that is important to you, I would not eat here. read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Grilled Chicken, greens, grains, and of course some tots on the side - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

All I kept thinking when I finished my meal from here was, where was the flavor???? Oh! And what else am I going to eat? Ordering online was quick and efficient. My order was ready on time and the employee that I encountered was very friendly. I order the fried cod and shrimp with grains and greens and a side of truffle Parmesan tots. The grains, made of brown rice, quinoa, wheatberry etc. was hard to get through. Like literally, no flavor. The greens contained broccoli and spinach and was a little better. The shrimp and cod were cool, but definitely lacked seasoning. The tartar sauce and house made aioli made it a little better. The truffle tots were good and you can definitely taste the truffle. The meal was a bit over priced at $16. I'm not saying I won't return, but I'll definitely pack some hot sauce and seasoning in my bag when and if I do. I'm a little new at this healthy eating stuff and under seasoned food really isn't my jam. It wasn't terrible, just bland. read more

Decor inside is cute, but let's get to the food.. I love lobster rolls and always eat them and I will pay for them with no issue.. however these are a bit overpriced for the amount of lobster they put inside, and they need to find a new side order for them because the tots don't go with them.. I'm going to try a different menu item from them but I can't justify the price tag for that meal.. but they were super pleasant when I picked my order up... read more

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I really love the concept of Brown Bag Seafood - build your own seafood meal. They have several options too! Staff is very friendly upon entering and walking you through the menu and how to order. Fill out a menu "card," choosing your protein, base, side, beverage, etc. For my first visit, I went with the crispy cod fish tacos & added tots on the side. Food came out pretty quickly. I was pleasantly surprised to see that both of my tacos came with TWO pieces of fish vs the one I was expecting. The fish was crispy, but not that flavorful. The slaw and sauce added the flavor to the taco, but I kind of wanted a little something more on the fish itself. Tots were good, but I also wanted a little more "truffle" for truffle parm tots. I would definitely come back to try other combos on their menu, including the lobster roll. It's fast, affordable, and has a bit of outdoor seating, so it's been added to my list of go-to's! read more

Brown Bag Seafood - Crispy cod tacos + parm tots - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia