You don't realize how lucky you are to be close to Louisiana until you're in West Texas for 4…read moreyears. You come back to a place like Happy's, and it tastes like a Michelin Star establishment compared to the seafood up in Lubbock. Where is that fish from? The ponds? Ain't no way. Happy's is a staple of Tyler. Owned by the same team as Mercados and Posados, Happy's is their only seafood establishment, and it is a fine piece of art. Inside, there's plenty of lamps and fish hanging on the walls and decor that feels strongly inspired by Mardi Gras. The truest display of their beauty is a chandelier made of Corona bottles. I was meeting my aunt and uncle for lunch with my girlfriend, and my uncle knows this place up and down. You could tell it's one of his favorite spots in Tyler by how he lit up when I suggested it as the place we go to lunch together while I was visiting. We used to go quite a bit when I was still living in Tyler, and he still knows the name of the waitresses and they love him back. I went for the Catfish Po Boy because man did it sound fire. I got it with a side of fries and fried okra. The okra was great and the fries were super crispy. The Po Boy itself was the star of the show. I unwrapped it and destroyed the entire thing. The catfish side was super crispy and delicious and had a fantastic flavor. It tasted fresh and I knew it was really special. My girlfriend got the gumbo and thought it was incredible as well along with eating half of my fried okra. Happy's might have some of the best seafood in Tyler. It's a great establishment, and I was proud to be able to show it to my visiting girlfriend as the pride and joy of some of the food Tyler has to offer. RIYL: Something fishy

This is highly decorated restaurant that has a lot of personality! We went for lunch, Kristen was…read moreour server, she was polite but very slow. We started with the onion rings for an appetizer, in fact we received our appetizer before we received our drinks.. that is how slow Kristen was. We asked for lemons a couple of times, by the time we were halfway through with our lunch, we finally received them... The onion rings were delicious! The right amount of crunch with the perfect amount of Cajun seasoning! So good! I had the catfish po boy with fried okra and French fries. The bread was a good, the catfish was tasty, very thin though. The fried okra and French fries were good too. My husband had the catfish plate, also had fried okra and French fries as his side. His catfish filets were thicker than my po boy. Food was amazing with large portions. Service needs work.

Don't let the rough look of the building fool you or deter you. Inside are some very genuine…read morelovely people who love to cook up some delicious southern food. I had the shrimp and fries and my husband had the catfish. Very generous servings. The coating on the shrimp and fish was perfect and doesn't get too greasy it slides off. A nice crunch and flavor.

Seasoned and as big as my hand! Uncle Jack always keeps you laughing while you wait! I'll be back…read moresoon!

First time here and I have to say I'm VERY impressed. The staff is so friendly and the food is…read moreamazing! First, the service: I am allergic to shelled fish and let the server know. The manager personally came over to ask about my allergy and to assure me they had gone as far as making a new breading mixture for my entree to avoid cross-contamination. Talk about going the extra mile!! Very impressed with the quality of service and our server Kevin did a fantastic job of taking care of us! Now - the food. We had the chips, salsa and queso to start. The queso is thick, creamy and has just the right touch of spiciness. So good! The salsa is finely chopped and very flavorful. 10/10 on all of the above! Everything fried was delicious!! The seasoning in the breading was good and the sides were a good quantity and also very good. But - the desserts...YUM!! We got the chocolate cake which was so fluffy and coated in chocolate that melted in our mouths. The key lime pie was equally high on the yum factor! Don't skip dessert here!! Can't wait to go back and try more menu items. I'm quite sure everything they make will be worth the trip! Thank you for an amazing experience!!

'Twas the night before Thanksgiving and were at our relatives in Tyler and they suggested Clear…read moreSprings for dinner. Decor is Old West and lots of room. I ordered grilled salmon and my wife ordered fried catfish. Service was prompt and food was plentiful. My salmon had a cilantro cream sauce that was lightly seasoned and complemented my generous portion of salmon. It was accompanied by some nicely cooked rice and green beans and two hush puppies. My wife enjoyed her generous portion of fried catfish and coleslaw and ate a little of her fries and pinto beans. She said the fries and beans were fine but she was full from all of the catfish. Overall, it was a tasty meal but y'all better be hungry because you're gonna get plenty of eat here. Come check em out!

Very clean. The service was excellent and the server kept checking on us if we need water or refill…read morefor our beverages. The food was good. The price was good too. Very reasonable. First time but definitely coming back.

I have tried Ohayo Sushi twice now. I have been happy both times. The service is decent and the…read moresushi is fresh and good. The best part is that you can get a good sushi lunch without spending a fortune. The only negatives I have are that the beer is a bit overpriced and in some parts of the restaurant there is an old mop bucket smell that can be a bit rough. All in all, I will definitely be returning to Ohayo Sushi and would recommend to others for lunch.

We slipped in on a Friday night for Crablegs and drinks. They had a live band which is always a…read moreplus. We had crab legs, sausage, crayfish with eggs, corn, and potatoes. Plus an order of fried mushrooms. I habe no complaints. We got the got before extra hot and it was extremely tolerable. Came could have went with the hottest. The House margarita was really well!! Perfect for the ladies.

The seafood boil was good the only thing that kind of ruined our first experience was the waitress…read more She wasn't friendly or helpful.

I got the Fish Basket and it was worth every dollar. The fish was cooked perfectly and full of…read moreflavor. The customer service was great, with staff who were attentive and friendly. The restaurant itself was nice and well maintained, making for an enjoyable dining experience. Overall, I would definitely go back.

Ruby was the first smiling face when we came in!! Newbies here and she was so kind & helped with…read moreour yummy selections. I had the mild boiled shrimp & it's was spicy for me so I will be asking for none of the spices on it. The hubby had the fish & shrimp ~ crunchy & so fresh tasting. Banana pudding was to die for! Ivan (manager) & Amber (GM) were both so pleasant & friendly. We will definitely be back!!

The food, service, and atmosphere all exceeded my expectations. Their seafood was the real standout.read more

A little pre Valentine dinner at III Palms was just right…read more We made reservations for earlier in the evening and glad we did. The service could not have been better! Caleb was just the Best! He not only took care of our needs, but had a Great attitude. Our meal: Braised Short Rib Mashed potatoes Brussels sprouts Crab Cakes Wedge Cheesecake The food was wonderful and the serving sizes were just right. My wife and I will certainly be back, it was that good. I must mention everything was decorated so nice. Candles, flowers and music made for a special occasion. When we were leaving, the hostess gave my wife a "little gold box" of candy. Talk about putting the cherry on the top to a Great evening! Thank you III Palms.

The Dobbs Diablo Steak Fries were on a specialty menu, and the dish was AMAZING!…read more The fried green tomatoes were forgettable. The tomatoes slices were small and thin, and the pimento cheese a bit overpowering. Our waiter, Thomas, was excellent, couldn't have asked for more. Friendly and admirably attentive.

I'm reviewing this spot while I'm here. Ambience is a beautiful casual feel. It wasn't packed when…read moreI got here. I sat at the bar and had the best service. I ordered the skirt steak with rice and queso . It comes with tortillas on the side so you can make tacos if you like. All of the food is super tasty and fresh ! The steak was cooked to perfection. Great flavor in the rice and great queso. I also had an old fashioned and it was very good! Nice gem I had no idea about.

Our server was lovely, but the food was just not good. We ordered mozzarella sticks and they…read morebrought it out and gave us paper plates, which was interesting. I ordered fried fish and fried shrimp with cajun fries. The food was fried too hard, particularly the fish and it could have been seasoned better. The fries just had seasoning poured over them and weren't really cajun styled fries.

I've tried a million times with this restaurant because I do really enjoy their sauces and their…read moreservers are very good, but the actual seafood is old and gross nine times out of ten. Very unsanitary restaurant as a whole /:

After dinner on The Square, we made a pit stop at Black Pearl, a small, narrow bar attached to…read moreRick's On the Square. We all ordered a drink. My friend and my girlfriend both ordered their espresso martini that my friend claimed was the best espresso martini in town, while I got the bartender's recommendation of the Animal Style, a pineapple and jalapeño infused tequila with strawberries, cardamom bitters, and a lemon peel garnish. Normally, I hate any drink that is spicy. I cannot stand a Bloody Mary because I don't believe drinks should be allowed to be spicy, but this one, for having jalapeño, is not spicy at all. If anything, it's slightly savory with its tropical flavor. The bartender was great. They have appetizers and tapas as well and as my girlfriend sat down, she really wanted just one of their fresh oysters. I ordered her just one to try and it was $4.25. They gave us the smallest one they could find. The tiniest oyster of all time. I guess size really didn't matter because according to her it was very good. I would go back and have a few more cocktails, but it is a nice place to hang out on the square on a Friday night. A good time to be had by all. RIYL: The finest, most $15ish cocktail you can find.

Dad gum, this place just grows on me. Every time I'm in Tyler I gravitate to the town square and…read morethere it is. Black Pearl, keeps calling my name. The food (oysters again) simply fresh, almost as if I were in some beachside cafe. All the oysters here are from cold water places Nova Scotia for one. A small delicacy to reward myself after a long week. Dark , cool, and welcoming, my type of place. Great company and friendly folks too. This is where we get ready to cha cha, swing, rhumba, and tango. Ran into my fellow veteran friend Al whom I met my first time here. Wonderful food, friends, and company. You'll love it too. Go !