Not fancy but family. Not pricey in my opinion because it's seafood. For all you get, it's pretty…read moredang good. Fresh fried is all I have tasted. Not "overrrr"fried and rubbery. Catfish was awesome. Made 2 meals from one take out! That'll do it. Will return again. Thank you

This was my first time trying this place. I wasn't happy with my order. I got what I asked for, but…read morethe lobster tail was over cooked and rubbery. It was hard to pull it apart and the meat stuck to the skin. EVERYTHING was drowned in a butter sauce. The sauce was too much so I had to wipe the food off. The crab legs were overcooked as well. It was hard to break them open. The corn was overcooked; it was too soft. There was no crunch left in it. The casing in the sausage was so tough that the meat pushed out when I bit into it but the casing never separated. This is really the worst meal I have had, and it was not cheap. The staff was nice. That is the best I can say. I almost never leave a bad review, but the food was sooooo disappointing.

The service has always been excellent. The ambiance inside is hectic but in a good way. You see a…read morelot of pieces moving around but like A Viennese waltz instead of a mosh pit. But all that is secondary to the food. I have been many times and I have yet to have a meal I didn't like, even after sharing bites with my significant other, whose tastes vary a lot from mine. Throw in the atmosphere both inside and outside and you have a wonderful restaurant for all kinds of special events.

Cool spot on water. Locals say food vs price is overrated. I agree…read more DO NOT sit at the bar and expect service for dinner. I had a nice tequila and shrimp cocktail and could not get the attention of the bar staff to order more!! If you don't sit in the middle of the bar on a busy night you will be ignored. Too much attention on drink making and not much on the food end. So i tipped and told the manager and left. But I am one person who is dispensable so I don't matter. Outside patio is loud but on the water. But on a August night it is not very pleasant temperature wise. I would save my time and find another local experience.

Straight Drop Seafood in Memphis, TN is the real deal! Had an amazing meal here with a shrimp and…read morecrab boil and a garlic butter broccoli side. And let's not forget about their homemade drinks - crazy sweet. The service was chill, and the walls had great art on them, not a lot of seating maybe 4/5 2top tables, more of a togo spot. Can't wait to come back

Just depends on what you are in tbe mood for and how far are you will to travel to get.. this was…read moredefinitely out of the normal area, I'm in. I was actually referred to this establishment by a friend. I think she might have discovered on TikTok but here we are.. I think what drew us,was they were opened kinda late.. The bags are stuffed. They look and smell delicious . The flavors were on point,didnt miss.. n the seafood wasn't over steamed. Sweet meat is what I call it.. After you.eat all dem seasonings and finger licking. They sell alkaline water by the liter, by the case. Help yourself to wellness. Sorry,ion what happened to my pics

I came here for an educator event and it was also my first time…read more I really loved the ambience of the bar. It felt cozy with a slightly gothic interior. Now, it is small inside, so when it gets busy, it gets real tight. Service was great, and I loved the food and drinks. I ordered a Lychee Girl drink, and got the soup dumplings which were a 10/10! I would 100% order the dumplings everyone. Overall, this was a hit!

If you're looking for something different in Memphis, put Swamp Bar on your list…read more It's an Asian + Creole fusion spot, and I'm always down to try something I haven't had before. I ordered the Yakamein, which is a New Orleans staple, and y'all... that broth alone was GOOD! I could've honestly just sat there with the broth. The flavor was definitely there. They also have a pretty good happy hour Wednesday-Sunday from 5-8 PM with house wine, well drinks, margaritas and beers, so that's something to keep in mind if you're trying to grab a drink and some food without spending too much. Wednesdays they have a DJ, too. You can check their lineup to see who's playing, just know there is a cover charge. Parking tip: I would park in the parking garage. It's usually around $3-$5 depending on the date and time, and honestly, that's better than driving around looking for parking. Also, Swamp Bar is 21+ and it's first come, first served, so keep that in mind before you go. Overall, I enjoyed the vibe and definitely think it's worth checking out if you like trying different food and you're tired of eating at the same spots in Memphis.

Sometimes very few words are necessary. From the time my…read moreparty of seven walked through the doors of Pier 64 we were impressed. This place is large inside with an exceptional atmosphere and excellent staff. We went for my sister birthday and she wanted seafood . Everything was so delicious , hot and seasoned to perfection. The food was so good I forgot to take pictures. I will definitely be back and I will post pictures next time.

I gave Pier 64 Seafood & Bar a second chance, and unfortunately, it was just as disappointing as…read morethe first. This time I ordered delivery, and the entire experience was unacceptable. The food arrived ice cold, soggy, and completely unappetizing. I didn't even eat it--that's how bad it was. The pasta barely had any chicken in it, which is ridiculous for a chicken pasta dish. The toast was soggy and tasted awful, like it had been sitting for a long time. The chicken wings were even worse--full of fat, undercooked/under-fried, and just plain disgusting. After two tries, I can honestly say I will not be returning or ordering again. Very poor quality, lack of attention to food preparation, and overall a waste of money.

Can't believe it's taken me this long to try this spot!! 10/10. Service was great, the food was hot…read moreand fresh, and the price is right! Will definitely be back. Shrimp Basket- great price, fried right, shrimp was fresh and deliciously seasoned Tomatoes- a tad soggy for my liking but well seasoned and spicy Dip- rich but delicious

The seafood boil is just okay. I got it delivered and it was a bit over cooked for my taste. But…read morethe nigiri salmon was excellent and very fresh. I probably won't be back for a seafood boil and would only go for the sushi. I did not dine in so I can't speak on service or ambiance. But they are on DoorDash so it is well worth it

Porch and Parlor is one of this year's most memorable meals. I had an amazing experience here. The…read moreambiance, food, drink, and service were exceptional. This is a fine dining steakhouse, and while upscale, it is not pretentious. I felt very welcomed--the hospitality here is stellar. Also, they let you take your time and linger over a meal, which I love. Our server, Gia, was absolutely amazing. If I ever return, I'm sitting in her section. She is an absolute delight. Gia was kind and knowledgeable and really made the evening. I loved the butcher cart and enjoyed being presented with a beautiful selection of knives to chose for dining. The bread and butter is delectable, as is the lobster bisque. I ordered a cup, which was big, but I recommend a bowl. It was velvety and rich, and you'll want more bread for dipping. I ordered a steak from candy-finished cattle, which was delicious. The sear was perfect and Gia recommended a wine that proved a worthy accompaniment. However, dessert was a showstopper. A strawberry-shortcake inspired baked Alaska is the most "me" dessert ever. I will never not order baked Alaska, and I am obsessed with everything strawberry. This dessert was not only gorgeous, but incredible. It might be my favorite dessert ever. This was truly one my more pleasurable meals and dining experiences. If visiting Memphis again, which is a goal, I would absolutely return.

First, the food was excellent. The wagyu deviled eggs, the steak quality and preparation and…read moreespecially the bone marrow au poivre special sauce. The kitchen knocked it out of the park. I could drink that bone marrow au poivre sauce it was so good. Second, my service expectations when spending in excess of $2,000 for a party of seven ($700 of which was wine) are a touch above what I'd expect from a chain steakhouse and I certainly expect honesty that what I order is what I am served. In short, my first-world problem with Porch and Parlor is the vintages on their wine list do not reflect what they serve you. They were zero for two on both bottles I ordered and it matters when you pay $550 for a bottle of 2013 Dom Perignon (served 2017) and $133 for 2019 Heitz Cabernet Sauvignon (served 2022). I caught both instances in real time and the sommelier was crestfallen but powerless. Then I had to pour my own wine after it was decanted and left out of reach on a trolley alongside of our table - my server disappeared for the duration of the meal after food was served and never realized she missed out on the fun. I had to stand up a couple of times, grab a huge, elaborate decanter and awkwardly pour for my guests seated around a circular table (ambience is also very nice there BTW). Autogratuity added 20% tip and I added $100 on top of that because as the host I didn't want my guests to be aware of any issues and they had a great time - I covered for the restaurant's failures and paid a premium to do it. I let a week pass to see if I was still bothered by the experience and I was (am). My first solution was to call the restaurant to ask for the GM's email so I could email him/her, one-to-one, about my experience and keep it out of the public forum. That's what I would have wanted if the shoe were on the other foot. After my first call and a long, long hold I hung up. Waited forty minutes and tried again. After a two minute hold a gentleman named Chris came on the call and asked how he could help. I told him the above story, told him I don't want anything from him other than him to win and be successful which, in my view, includes not misrepresenting wine vintages because real dollars are involved when you say you have something worth $700 and what you sneakily try to serve customers is worth a lot less, service aside. Long story longer, he told me (paraphrasing) "yeah, I hate that for you but it's too much of a pain in the butt to print a fresh wine list so we are just going to keep doing that." Fine. Caveat Emptor for the rest of you who order wine there. Maybe just order the Caymus. For me, being rooked always negates any positive experience I may have had.

This place has the most excellent food!!!! The staff are…read morealways amazing. The drinks are great!! We frequently go here because of the salmon and oysters. We have tried everything on the menu and NEVER had anything bad. I love the home town feeling of Half Shell. The ole guys sitting at the bar and the people just enjoying themselves. Really a great atmosphere!!!!!!!

How in the gash darn hell have I not written a review for The Half Shell Memphis?!?!?…read more I've been coming here since birth. Ok. Maybe not that long. Most definitely since I can remember. My parents had the blandest worst taste for food, so I was a depraved child as far as flavor was concerned. We ate at very blah places and my Mom was the pickiest person in the world, but.... She loved this fried shrimp! So we came here often. I grew up in Parkway Village so we were always nearby. Fast forward to my Yelp days. My first CM, Joelle had a part ownership of this place when I first started Yelping. We even had her going away party here when Yelp ruined the Memphis Elite Program with part time CM's for our city. She was part owner and we hung out there so it seemed inappropriate to write a review. Besides, I knew Danny pretty well too and that was also a conflict. Nowadays it's been bought by the folks that turned Forrest Hill Grill around. They have closed the location on Winchester (which I called years ago) and opened up in Germantown on Poplar. I have no idea who these people are so I guess it's time. I have not been to the new one, but I have seen the menu. I do not have any intentions of rushing to try it. Seems as if they butchered the whole dang menu. Anywho.... I still like this one. It's pretty run down, but the food is still good. It's still the original menu with all the treats. They have a freaking Monte Cristo sandwich folks! I know of less than five places left that still serve them. When is the last time you saw a twice baked potato? Here it is!! They still have a changing weekly, "daily special". They still have an intense regular bar business. Good luck getting a seat at the bar at any given time. Best of all they still have those damn tasty fried shrimp! Oh they are so good! The best ever man. The sauces they serve are great. I've been up and down the menu and it's almost always great. Oysters are some of the best charbroiled that there are anywhere in Shelby County. Long live OG Half Shell! Please never change! '25 - 44/111

Excellent food and great service! Sushi is fresh and good as you can get anywhere in town…read more Consistently good! Clean and pleasant atmosphere!

Finally checked out Umiya today for a lunch date with one of the girlies and it was by far better…read morethan we expected. The food was very fresh and delicious and the options were plenty. We tried so many different things and we didn't have a single complaint aside from "Yall are bringing these so quickly!" and "I can't move I'm so full" which are the types of complaints every business wants to have. Our waitress was very nice and quick. We didn't get her name but she had short/shoulder length blonde hair. Overall, this was a great place with great food and is SO worth the money spent. We will absolutely be back!

I can not believe I have not reviewed Soul Fish as of yet. I am a huge fan…read more Let me preface this review by saying ... My grandfather owned two successful catfish restaurants. As a child I grew up on fried fish filets and hush puppies until my grandfather had to retire and sell his restaurant due to his Health. He still cooks up a mess of catfish for us about two or three times a year when we visit. Yum! My standards for good catfish are extremely high. Good fried catfish is not greasy, light cornmeal batter, tender flaky inside, and slightly crispy on the outside. Sounds simple enough but the truth of the matter is... Good fried catfish takes skill. After an epic searched for any decent catfish in Memphis and surrounding areas that took a few years ... My family and I decided to give up. And when I heard about Soul Fish it took some considerable convincing to get them to go. We where, none of us, disappointed! Soul Fish is without a doubt the best Catfish in Memphis. It is perfectly fried... Hushpuppies are tasty, coleslaw edible if not always yummy, fried pickles crisp and tart, pickle green tomatoes so yummy I could swim in them, and vegetables always cooked and seasons well (special recognition to the cabbage, broccoli, and black eyed peas). The service is always friendly, fast, efficient, and correct. The blackened catfish is pretty tasty too ... Sometimes they get a little heavy handed on the seasoning. Deserts are pretty great as well. My sister loves the Mississippi mud chocolate thingy they have (I'm not a chocolate fan). I've introduced many people (about 40 or so) to Soul Fish - locals and visitors alike - and no one ... And I mean not a single one of them where disappointed. So why four stars instead of five? True... the catfish is the best in Memphis - however it is not the best I've ever had. And Sometimes a filet or two at Soul Fish fall short of perfection... However ... I'm a regular and a fan of Soul Fish Cafe. If you have spent hours and disappointed meals trying to find good catfish in Memphis ... Look no further ... This is the place for you. I promise you will not Be disappointed!

If there's one place that I can count on to be consistent when I go back home to visit family, it's…read morethis restaurant. My fish is always fresh and crispy. I'm a creature of habit so I get the same thing with fried okra. The service is always attentive and giving. The staff is usually willing to give whatever sauces & condiments that are needed to enjoy the meal. Depending on the day you go in, you may have a wait, or you may be able to get right in and have a seat. I recommend going during the lunch hour or during the week for dinner because on a weekend or Sunday afternoon, you're gonna have a wait.