I had such a blast, and I especially wanted to say that the music was absolutely incredible!…read moreSeriously, whoever put together that playlist deserves a massive round of applause - it really set the perfect vibe and had me grooving all night long. As for the food, it was, well, it was perfectly decent and did the job! But if I'm being super honest, it didn't quite hit the same high notes as the awesome tunes. Still, had a great time overall, mainly thanks to those fantastic beats

Everything about this restaurant screamed they need to close it. The pregnant waiter was…read morepresentable in appearance however she did not have great customer service and she stole $10 from my tab. She tried to keep the money for a tip and was not expecting for us to ask for it. I requested the manager (Robert) to review the camera footage he then stated, "Reviewing the camera footage is a waste of his time" and he gave us the $10 back. During the order my friend tried to change her order and was told she will be charged for the order as well as the new food item she requested. That's not good customer service nor does it make sense to pay for food you never received. Food was mediocre.

(UPDATE) I just spent a 4 day weekend in New Orleans on an exclusive foodie trip, and dived into…read moresome mom & pop eateries such as Deanies, Salvos, Zydecos And more, of the 7 Restaurants I went to in 4 days, All of them indeed had Sweet Tea. Delicious Southern Sweet Tea at that not what passes for sweet tea in Texas. I was not told to add grainy sugar into unsweetened tea like I was here. my tour guide was a local woman who's lived in the heart of New Orleans for 63 years, and was shocked and appalled when I read to her what the management of Charlie's Creole Kitchen replied to my critique regarding the Sweet Tea, (lack there of, as well as his belief that it isn't commonplace, or borderline essential) she was shocked in disbelief about as well as the astronomical prices we have to pay as their serving sizes in New Orleans are substantially bigger, for either equal or in some cases even cheaper prices. A Bowl of Gumbo in Texas, is a Cup in New Orleans this trends everywhere I visited. I understand importing certain coastal based ingredients can drive up the cost of the food, got it! that doesn't bother me as much as being gaslighted about things where this establishment does fall short. as a native Floridian, Foodie, and Avid Traveler. I don't really care how long someone's been running a kitchen (one way) constructive criticism should be embraced to increase the quality of an establishment, not gotten defensive over. Removing one star for having to go all the way to New Orleans to not feel like a crazy person about the Sweet Tea and Prices. This place is already really good! but could still be better! (OP) As someone from the Deep South, I have high standards for Southern Dives. First, a warning for my fellow Deep-Southerners: they must get away with this with their native Texan Patrons, but the lack of Sweet-Tea is Blasphemy. Unsweetened only. That's an automatic loss of a star. (that seems unfair over a beverage? no.) because for a lot of us from Louisiana, Bama, Florida, Georgia. That are looking for a little piece of home to dine at, A good sweet tea is the standard of a southern comfort meal. It's the peanut butter to jelly. The milk to cereal, the, Well you get it.. The Standouts: * Baked Stuffed Flounder (10/10): Hands down the best dish I sampled. The roasted red pepper sauce is incredible, and the cheese grits make it a real southern comfort platter. * Chicken, Shrimp & Bacon Corn Chowder (10/10): Truly New England-level quality. An absolute explosion of flavor. * Crab Cakes (10/10): Rich, delicious, and worth every bite. The Middle Ground: The Boudin Balls and Seafood Gumbo were solid (7/10), though the gumbo doesn't quite reach the level of a spot like Pappadeaux, it's decent. $11 for 3 decent Boudin Balls is highway robbery at its best. The Fried Seafood Platter was good, 7.5/10 but at $35, the platter is on the smaller side, especially only given one piece of catfish. The Oysters & Shrimp were good, the Crawfish decent, Catfish was decent, it had a small hint of fishiness, but it was good overall nonetheless. The side salads (3/10) the after thought of the menu, chopped head of lettuce smothered in ranch (or Italian) with one banana pepper, and one slice of tomato that looks like it was suppose to be on a burger, no toppings at all. Truck stops have better prepared salads. Which wouldn't typically be a problem if this was a budget-friendly eatery, but for its Texas-Sized prices, And New-York sized portions. The oversight of the Sweet-Tea and a decent side salad is for sure a miss. It might fully please Texans, but it left somethings to be desired from a non-Texan southerner. That being said! It is absolutely well worth the visit! The food was all above average for the region, the service was friendly, attentive and fast, the food came out quickly and efficiently. The location isn't great, but not bad. a little tight and congested, the interior is very mom & pop feeling which is nice. I truly did enjoy my experience, misses and all. And look forward to returning to sample more of the menu!

Being from Louisiana, I've been on the hunt this year for the best crawfish I can find. These were…read moretop notch and reminded me from home. Started with 3 pounds but it was so good I had to get two more pounds. The crawfish is seasoned the right way where the flavor is on the inside so they don't have to cover it in a dry spice. Also they were all big with just a few smaller ones. To top it off, having strawberry abita on tap is the perfect match for crawfish so I was extra happy. Saw the bread pudding on the menu and had to get it for dessert. It was warm, chocolate, and ate every bite. I would get more of everything I had The service was so friendly too and the LSU and Louisiana decorations made me feel like I was back there.

The food is so so so delicious!! The service was absolutely amazing! I would highly recommend this…read morerestaurant!

Casual dining and the food was delicious. Started with a sampler of soup. My favorite was the crab…read morebisque. Then calamari and I ordered the bourbon red fish. Both were large portions and enough to take left overs home. We finished with the peach cobbler and ice cream. A delicious meal.

We arrived in Dallas with that particular kind of hunger that only travel can summon equal parts…read moreexhaustion and anticipation. After a long day in transit, all we wanted was something deeply satisfying, the kind of meal that feels like a reward. When my mother suggested Aunt Irene's Kitchen, there was no hesitation. She spoke of it with the reverence reserved for places that become part of your personal geography former neighborhood staples, the kind you measure other meals against. Years ago, when she lived nearby, this was her spot. And now, standing beside her in a line that stretched out the door, it was clear we weren't the only ones holding onto that sentiment. The queue moved with surprising ease, a quiet efficiency that felt almost practiced. Inside, the energy was unpretentious and steady. Our cashier, while not particularly warm, was brisk and knowledgeable answering questions with the kind of clarity that suggests confidence in the product more than performance. We ordered simply: wings with fries, and two plates of fried fish with fries. The wings hadn't been part of the original plan, but a fellow patron mid-meal and visibly excited leaned over to insist. It felt like advice worth taking. And it was. The food arrived in its own time this is not a place for the impatient but what it lacked in speed, it more than made up for in flavor. The fish was crisp and tender, the wings richly seasoned, each bite layered with the kind of depth that doesn't rush itself. Then there was the jalapeño tucked alongside the plate like a quiet signature. It cut through the richness with a bright, deliberate heat, a small but memorable detail that elevated the entire experience. The dining room itself is modest and well-kept, with many opting to take their meals to-go or retreat to their cars. There's an ease to it all ample parking, friendly faces coming and going, a sense of community that lingers longer than the wait. Because that's the thing about places like this: they don't just feed you, they remind you why the wait was worth it.

This review has been a long time coming. Throughout the years I've been to Aunt Irene's plenty o…read moretime. From various locations to various protocols one thing has always remained the same. Great service and great food. It's a Dallas staple. The staff has always been welcoming and excited to have my business. The restaurant exudes a small, casual, warm inviting atmosphere. Once you go black you will never go back to anything else. Because I had one taste of that black box at the time and it was over. I didn't think about eating anything else. The fish, wings, shrimp, crab legs everything is on point. Regardless of what you get the food is always hot, flavorful and every bite is delicious. The owner is very personable. The only problem that you will have is deciding what to get. My solution: get one of each. But definitely give Aunt Irene's a try.

The staff is so sweet and accommodating and the food is always good. I love the ambiance and the…read morerestaurant is really nice overall!

So good!! The mild house sauce is delicious and not spicy enough to leave a tingle in your mouth,…read morebut full of flavor. The shrimp and snow crab legs were our favorites. The lobster tail was a bit tough and overcooked, which is a waste. Mussels were good too. Garlic noodles were not our favorite. Corn and potatoes are good, but they're a bit stingy about it only giving you one of each. When your seafood boil is $70+, you should get more than one of each. The flavors linger in your mouth for a bit. It lingered for almost 2 days for me, but would definitely return!

I cannot tell you how long it's been since I had some great catfish.. so crunchy & fresh…read more Hush puppies & fries as a side. I added Mac n cheese & it was soo good & creamy/cheesy. I have found my catfish spot.. oh yeah they got daquiris...Too! Service was phenomenal and so friendly.

Tried Mr Cajun and got a seafood boil with shrimp and crab legs. It really hit the spot. The…read moreflavors were on point and everything tasted fresh and well seasoned. The customer service was great and made the experience even better. Only downside is I wish the place had more space because it can feel a bit cramped. Still I will definitely be back.

I am glad I tried this place. I chose to order and take home. The service was good, fast, and…read morepleasant. I like all of the variety. There are many things to choose from. I enjoyed what I tried and I do plan to come back for other visits. This is what I tried: 88 sauce: 8/10 medium spice, garlicky, could have more lemon and a hint of sweetness to balance. I do like this sauce and would try again. Lemon pepper sauce: 10/10 I gelt this one was more of the balance I was looking for. It could still use a bit more sweet but to me it is the best one. Garlic sauce: 7/10 if you enjoy a heavy garlic flavor this is the one. Not too bad but not my favorite due to the lack in balance. Garlic noodles: 8/10 the noodles were cooked perfectly. The garlic is present through and through. I did try it with the 88 special sauce. I also added a hint of sweet with chili sauce. The added sauce brought it up to a 10. Eggs: 8/10 basic boiled eggs. Could have been boiled a few less minutes. Got them in the 88 sauce. White clams: 10/10 I enjoy the tender chew of this over the manila clams. I tried these with the lemon pepper sauce. I like the lemon pepper sauce the best with these. Manila clams: 7/10 these are ok, they are more chewy than the white clams. I am glad I tried them to establish the difference. Crab legs: 10/10 well cooked not over cooked. Juicy and fresh. Sausage, corn, potatoes: 10/10 sausage plumb and juicy with a snap. Corn sweet, plump, and perfectly cooked. Potatoes most of them were cooked perfectly and just a few could have cooked a bit longer.

Can't beat all day happy hour on a Sunday! Good seafood and plenty of options to mix and match…read more Garlic noodles were really good and a big portion to share with the table.

Reservations were easy to make and we were seated right away, which set a great tone. The…read morerestaurant is very cute and quaint, and they had a special Mother's Day menu for us to order from. We chose the fried seafood platter and everything came out hot and flavorful. I enjoyed most of it, but the fried oysters missed the mark because the batter was too thick to really taste the oyster. Our server, April, was attentive and answered all of our questions. The braised greens were tender and full of pork flavor. The dining area was neat and they even have a cutesy little bar. It was a nice, intimate experience.

Meh. I was hoping to eat off the dinner menu, however, I went around 3 PM and they were going off…read morethe brunch menu. I got the chicken and waffle. It was okay. To my surprise, I really liked the praline syrup. With that being said, be aware. The waffle comes with praline syrup. I wanted a side of bacon because why not, but they were out. I got the andouille sausage patties instead. It was pretty good. I'm good with brunch. I may go back to check out their dinner.

Does not , did not disappoint. Welcoming and attentive…read more upon arrival. The interior is open with plenty of booth and tables. You have television around . It's pretty loud but you are able to talk . Flavor AND seasoning is there. The whole sha bang seasoning triple x is what you want to opt in for. Trust this stranger, i know ball. * if you don't want spicyyyyy, don't ask for triple x.

Been wanting to come here for years. We had the one in California and man it was bomb. This one…read moreright here was just as good if not even better. There was no line when we went there. Staff was friendly and kind even refreshed us about the menu and any other questions we had. Food was just great. It was nice and spacious. They're very clean. Bathrooms were clean. Will definitely be coming back to this place. The food was so good The french fries and onion rings were so nice and crispy. The boiled egg with the spices of the sauce and butter and so perfect. Thanks to Jessie who served us. She was amazing.

We stopped by Red Claws for lunch and tried the mini boils, and they did not disappoint! I really…read moreliked that they have a variety of options you can add to your boil, so you can customize it exactly how you like. Our food came out quickly and was piping hot when it arrived. They also provided everything you need to enjoy your boil, including gloves, bibs, and a discard bucket, which made the whole experience easy and mess-free. The boil was absolutely delicious, and you're definitely getting your money's worth with the portions! If you're a seafood boil lover, Red Claws is definitely a spot you need to check out.

This place was OMG!! First of all, the service was great. The guy was nice and helpful when…read moreordering. I've only ever had seafood boils ordered by my family when I was younger, so this was a first for me as an adult. The decorations were cute and sea themed. We got the #4 that comes with King Crab, shrimp, sausage, potato, and corn with the RC Kick sauce with medium spice level. 10/10. Only note would be for them to poke holes in the potato so the inside can get soaked in that perfect sauce, but no complaints when I can just rip it and let it sit for a second. I love the full bar & all the supplies to eat with. Will definitely be back. :)