(This is a shoutout to Frank) Food is always amazing. I come here pretty often, even on the busiest…read moredays, wait times are always around 35-45 minutes which isn't bad to me at all. I originally asked for outside table but when I received text about table being ready, temperature dropped outside so it unexpectedly got a little chilly & the gentleman who was up front at the time, name is Frank, said it was no problem finding us another table inside. Only took about an additional 3 minutes to wait & we were sat inside. To help out the server, Frank took our drink & food order & come to find out, he's the manager. Such a great vibe, he comes off extremely helpful & caring. He definitely made our dining experience awesome. Thanks Frank !!!

The seafood was very fresh and satisfying! We got half lb shrimp and one lb crawfish, was enough…read morefor two ppl, Brooks our server was the best :)

Austin's very own Saltt is truly a gem. We were in town celebrating a family member's birthday and…read morecame here for brunch, and it did not disappoint. The atmosphere and vibes were a 10/10 beautifully decorated, and we visited on a Sunday when they had live music, which was such a great touch. Although they were a bit short-staffed, the team did an excellent job keeping everything moving and getting the food out in a timely manner. The food was also a 10/10. As a Port Arthur resident, I know good salt and pepper shrimp and chicken, and Saltt absolutely did this signature flavor justice. I ordered the salt and pepper shrimp and grits, and my husband had the salt and pepper chicken and waffles both were outstanding. Not a single bite was left on the plate.

I'm so glad I stopped by here today! I was looking for black owned restaurants in the city and this…read moreone came up a few times. I also saw my friend mention it as the restaurant for her graduation luncheon so I figured it must be good! Lo and behold I met the owner Brandon and learned he's actually my friend's cousin! Small world! lol Brandon recommended the salt and pepper wings and shrimp since it was my first time and it was served with fried rice and a slice of bread. I really liked the crispiness of the food and batter that was used to fry it. You can taste the the flavor all in the skin. I would say the actual chicken inside the skin could use a tad bit more salt but also that could be a preference thing for me. I loved the jalapeño ranch dipping sauce which took the shrimp up a notch. The fried rice tasted like Chinese takeout rice which I believe the owner mentioned was part of the concept of the business, as it reminded him of the restaurant he had back home. I had a sweet tea for my drink which was really good as well, not too sweet. Can't wait to come back and try other menu items!

Server was insightful and helpful as I was catching some lunch before a flight…read more She double wrapped my leftovers and included cutlery and napkins. I ate my leftovers in Denver on a layover. I was grateful.

By far, this is one of my favorite restaurants in Texas. Their Cajon food is one of the best I have…read morehad outside of New Orleans. My go to is their Crawfish Étouffée but there are many other Cajon dishes to try. Their service is always top notch and they have allot of hospitality throughout your entire dinning experience. The interior of their restaurant takes after the New Orleans style and reminds me of being there. Even when we go through Dallas airport, we try to schedule time between our flights so we can get dinner at another Pappadeaux's restaurant located on one of their terminals. Can't wait to go back!

My past interactions with seafood broils have not been positive so I had given up. The first was…read morewith a party and was meh but I'm finding out it was the stuff others picked out as well as the flavor( "butter") . The second time was at Joes crab Shack and the crab there was empty and they mixed up the flavors with the incredibly spicy one. Like the saying goes third times the charm. Came here with my fiancé over the weekend. First and foremost the service was great. Our server was very friendly and helpful. She also informed us that they had an all day happy hour so we ordered a pitcher of margarita. Everything came out fast, the flavors were great, and for the price the amount in the bag was great. Will definitely be coming back.

It is hard to find a good Seafood Broil place and it is a little sad I have to drive do far to get…read moreit, but it is worth the drive! If you have a large group, you definitely need to make a reservation in advance. Especially on the weekend! Parking is decent since it's in a shopping center, but on the weekends it is a little difficult. When walking in the atmosphere is great! With a beach vibe and the smell of deliciousness in the air. They are a great drink selection, but the show stopper is the food! From appetizers to the boils! They are all delicious! And the service is usually great! So if you are in the mood for great seafood and good drinks, then look no further because Hook & Reel has it all!

Very fresh seafood selections. The paella had chorizo so it…read morewas a tad on the greasy side for my gut. You get a small cup of soup to start. And chips. I'll try the ceviche next time. David had great drink suggestions.

Holiday party #4 tonight...we met a friend of ours for a holiday party being held at Simar. While…read morethe Mexican seafood restaurant has been open for 4 years, this is the first time we have visited. The hostess provided tortilla chips along with ceviche, guacamole and salsa. We ate lightly as we were heading to a dinner holiday party. The appetizers were absolutely delicious. I got to speak with Chef Manny and and Carina, the general manager to gain some insights about the business. Mexican Cocina is based on the cooking method and seasonings. The foods can be cooked over fire, oven or in the stove. Their unique value proposition is that you can choose your seafood from the case and the restaurant staff prepares the food to your liking. The restaurant is very large with different size rooms for rental. For large party rentals the spend minimum is $1000 and during the week it is $800. Such a nice find relatively close to home...definitely will return...

We stopped by after buying clothes for a trip. The service was absolutely excellent. Daniel, the…read morewaiter, was attentive and informative. We ordered the Lobster and Shrimp pasta, and the rainbow trout with potatoes. Every night was a joy. Delicious. This is a great place; I will go back again. Super nice people, fun setting and decorations, with amazing food.

The staff were very friendly and attentive. There is a huge boat skeleton in the area that we sat…read moreand I thought it was pretty cool. came here early as our toddler sleeps at 7pm but in doing so, we are able to catch their happy hour. I had the golden beets, oysters and fish tacos. All were yummy. We did order a kids salmon meal (not pictured) and our son liked the salmon. The other items were too hard / sugary for a 14 month old - gummies and raw carrots. Would be nice if they served the kids meal with cooked soft carrots and rice. :)

The food & service here is great! We came in & had an array of appetizers! The fried catfish was so…read moreairy, fried to perfection & flavorful, the hush puppies were fluffy, and the shrimps were huge! We shared a shrimp po boy because it was HUGE!! It had jumbo shrimps busting out of the po boy! We also had a pound of crawfish and a pound of boil shrimps. We loved their homemade sauce, it was garlicky, buttery, full of season & a nice kick of spice! If you're looking for the perfect Cajun spot, this is your go to place! The service was also great! Terry was so helpful & he made sure we enjoyed our meal. 10/10, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

My wife loves crawfish and Louisiana Crab Shack is by far her favorite place to get them. We go…read morehere often and we love it every time. First of all, the food is absolutely delicious. We love the flavors. We often order the Bottom of the Bayou for the crawfish, which is a combination of Cajun, Lemon Pepper and Garlic Lovers. We enjoy their appetizers as well. They have great drink selections too. There are tons of TVs for sports fans. There's indoor and outdoor seating. The staff is extremely friendly. Their prices are reasonable and they have great happy hour deals from 3 pm - 6 pm Tuesday through Sunday. Definitely a place I would recommend checking out!

My brother was visiting from San Antonio, TX. We were tooling around Austin playing tourist and…read morethen landed at District Kitchen for lunch. This place is so intoxicating from the aqua blue color palate and funky green art work to the alluring lighting and huge metal plate (looks like something from a ship...also their logo). My brother said the green artwork looked like broccoli. My brother ordered the Idaho trout with coconut rice and Brussel sprouts. I sampled his food and it was all good. The standout was the Brussel sprouts...crispy with this absolutely delicious drizzle. I ordered the Mezze plate with a flavor explosion and many desirable texture. It had lamb kabobs, fresh salad (emphasis on fresh) with thinly sliced cucumbers, finely sliced onions and creamy feta (never had creamy feta), red round sweet peppers, hummus with the most delightful pesto like sauce, and olives. Oh my...what a delicious lunch! Morgan, our server, was attentive and accomodating. She moved us to another table when we notice our table was rocking a little. Great catching up with my brother and excellent meal!

Service was great. The food was good with an exception…read more The trout with Brussels sprouts was tasty. The chicken and waffles were enjoyed but one of those chicken pieces was burned and bitter (see pic) The buffalo chili was on the spicy side and for $16 a small portion. (See pic). My 10-year-old has a tiny appetite, and it was even a small portion for him. The whipped feta appetizer was delicious as were the fries. Very well executed. I'd probably come back.

Seconding what someone else said about them making it more obvious they're open! There was another…read moretruck in the park closed and I was worried they are too because it's tucked into a corner and there aren't lights or anything, but I LOVE seafood so I got closer to check and saw the paper open sign in the window. The man cooking is incredibly sweet and came in clutch when I forgot to order seasoning. I was visiting from a region known for crab/seafood boils and was not disappointed! Crab tends to turn to shreds when it's overboiled, and I was EASILY pulling out nice, intact pieces from the shell, so no worries about that here. If you're in the area, definitely approach the truck even if it looks closed--worth it to double check!

I love that there's a seafood place in such a great location in the city. This food truck is a must…read moreif you're craving seafood and they are very generous on the butter! I would like more garlicky flavoring or something seems to be missing from the butter. They aren't stingy with their servings and the guy working that day was nice. It's tucked away in the back left corner so I suggest checking it out! It is outside dining so be prepared to swat away the flies