overall everything was decent, but it wasn't anything spectacular. i got the coconut shrimp and it…read morewas unfortunately overdone (very dry and not very tender). the fries were fair but nothing to write home about. the corn fritters were so-so, but the hush puppies were great! my husband felt kind of meh about his salad and gumbo. i should note we got takeout, and i know shrimp is fragile such that it will continue to cook after it's plated if it's not eaten *fresh* fresh. my husbands salad croutons were soggy - but we may have had a completely different experience if we sat down to eat, so take some of the notes with a grain of salt. overall, not the worst experience, but we may think twice unless we were planning to sit down at the restaurant for a meal.

Just been passing by here for months. I been craving some delicious catfish. Seems like my car just…read morepulled in here. I ordered from the bar. I can't name a name because all these ladies are great. Everyone smiling and happy ready to serve. I ordered the pick 2, catfish and flounder with fries, okra and green beans. So good! And lots of food. Bae and I split it. Y'all already know, when my belly is full and I am happy, I'll be back!

fish and soup is great, he let me cover the fish in soup, super nice guy, i'm glad i turned around…read moreto see what he had :)

From the owner: We Specialize in Alabama Gulf Seafood Cooked Plates or Raw Fresh Wholesale to the Public and…read moreRestaurant/Store delivery. Seafood Catering ~Saturday's Mobil Site in Mt.Olive Alabama

I may have just found one of my new favorite spots in Birmingham! Visited for a lunch date and upon…read morearrival I knew this would be a good one. Beautiful restaurant... clean, inviting and great date spot. And the food was AMAZING! The drink was good start with Jean Short. Get the bread service! Life changing! The double cheese was delicious and I'm not a tuna fan. I still thinking about this food and how good it was.

I've been wanting to try Bayonet for a while, and I finally made it in for lunch! What initially…read morecaught my attention was their clear espresso martini. I honestly wasn't sure it would actually be clear, so I was a little apprehensive when ordering. The bartender even warned me that it was clear, and I told her that was actually what brought me in. I'm glad I tried it--it was a very good espresso martini, and I'll definitely be back for another. I also really enjoyed the simplicity of the restaurant's decor. It felt clean, modern, and inviting. Even though Bayonet is an oyster and seafood restaurant, I appreciated that there wasn't a strong seafood or fish smell, which made the atmosphere even more pleasant. For food, I decided to step outside my comfort zone and order from the oyster bar. I selected four oysters from different regions: Murder Point (Alabama), Birthday Girl (Virginia), Aunt Dotty's (Massachusetts), and Eel Lake (Nova Scotia). The bartender was super attentive and willing to offer recommendations, which came in handy. In fact, she was the reason I decided to try the Aunt Dotty's ($3.75) and Eel Lake ($4) oysters, and I'm so glad I took her advice because they ended up being my favorites! Murder Point ($3) and Birthday Girl ($3.25)were probably my least favorites, although I did try them more "naked" to appreciate their natural flavors. I really enjoyed the Aunt Dotty's and Eel Lake oysters, especially with hot sauce and cocktail sauce. With such a wide variety available, I could see myself coming back several times and trying a different selection each visit. I also ordered the Shrimp Toast from the Happy Hour menu. Since I was outside the Happy Hour time frame, it was $16 instead of $12, but it was still well worth it. It was flavorful and different from the shrimp toast I've had at other local restaurants, and I would definitely recommend giving it a try. Overall, I had a great experience at Bayonet. The food, drinks, atmosphere, and attentive service made it a memorable visit, and I can see why the restaurant has received Michelin recognition. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu!

Everything was delicious. From the Margaritas to the seafood. Friendly environment. Y'all give them…read moresome love. Also idk what kind of batter is on the fried shrimp. It is hitting.

I have a love hate relationship with this place. They really don't have a robust drink menu but…read morethey do have the basics. The bar service is solid ....the bartender is very likable. It's always a good time when I pop in for a quick drink. The vibes are high when the dj is here. The music is always good!

Automatic Seafood was such a great experience from start to finish! The ambiance was beautiful, the…read morefood was amazing, and the service was truly 10/10. We came in for a birthday dinner, and our server was absolutely amazing; so sweet, attentive, and genuinely made the experience feel special. He even surprised the birthday girl with a complimentary birthday margarita with a candle in it to blow out, which was such a thoughtful touch! I started with the grilled oysters, and WOW they were amazing! They come with five oysters, but you can add more for an additional charge. Definitely worth trying if you're an oyster lover. For my drink, I ordered the mango margarita, and it was SO delicious! Sweet, refreshing, and the perfect pairing with dinner. For my entrée, I ordered the ribeye steak, which comes with roasted potatoes and mushrooms. Let me just say... this meal was EVERYTHING! The steak was incredibly flavorful, and the cream sauce that came over the steak, potatoes, and vegetables was SO delicious. I would absolutely come back and recommend it to anyone looking for a great dinner spot!

We visited this restaurant for a belated Mother's Day brunch and our food was fantastic…read more I had the swordfish schnitzel and it was one of my favorite entrees of the year. The swordfish was fried perfectly and not greasy at all. The cheese grits and cabbage paired nicely with the swordfish and it was a perfect portion size. Everyone else's food was very good as well and we enjoyed our crab appetizer and beignets. I wish that I remembered our servers name because he was fantastic. He was attentive and friendly and everything came out at the perfect time. We are looking forward to visiting again soon and trying more menu items.

Made a quit stop to see what the fuss was about. We ordered our food ahead of time and it was being…read moreplayed when we arrived. Love that there were so many options and you could see the fish. Service was fast and easy. Very kind staff. The venue was empty but I doubt it stays that way.

I made the mistake of not coming here when I was initially craving some good fried fish. It…read morewasn't til I made the trip here that my craving was satisfied! This place has changed so much since the last time I was here. They have streamlined their menu. They have lunch combo specials available from 10-2pm. After that time, you can only order from the main menu. I had the combo with 1 piece of whole whitening which comes with fries , okra , hush puppies and fried green tomatoes. A drink also is included. All of this was $11.99/plus tax. Lots of food! The food is cooked to order. They give you a buzzer. This is totally new from what I last recall. I like the changes they have made. If you want some fresh seafood that's fried to perfection, come here! The staff is really hardworking and friendly.

Ok, ignore the decor. Or lack thereof! This is a working…read moreman's fish shack that serves HOT FRESH SEAFOOD at great prices! If you want an appetizer and wine and music, this is not the place to go... If you want good seafood, served hot and fresh and fast and you're more concerned with taste than decor. This is right up your alley! Which is appropriate since it is kind of on an alley! You can expect the train to come by and block traffic at least once while you're there and you'll see men in working clothes and families and couples depending on how long you stay. Every time we go to Birmingham, we grab a fish sandwich there. Enjoy the food, And enjoy the ambience of one of the oldest fish restaurants in Birmingham. If you go there, knowing this, you will not be disappointed and that's why I give them five stars because they absolutely accomplish what they set out to do ...which is to serve hot fresh seafood at a reasonable price to working people

Customer service is pretty bad. Older gentleman with the…read moreglasses is the worst. I called the phone number several times to try and place an order before I arrived because they're usually slow, but of course no one answered. Once I arrived, we couldn't place an order at the window either. There were 5 people waiting and they said no one had come to the window. I walked inside to see what was going on, the older gentleman said "somebody gon come to the window to take your order" I look confused and asked "who". He simply repeated his statement with an agitated tone. Needless to say I left lol.

My husband and I finally got a chance to try this place out and have a much needed lunch date…read more It was Friday afternoon, so it was understandably busy. We sat outside and enjoyed eyeing all the eclectic decor. We waited a while before we got our drinks, but that margarita was worth the wait. One of the best I've ever had! I loved that it had a nice bit of spice. Our food was absolutely delicious We shared sandwiches and an order of fries and before we were done we already made plans to be back soon. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. Our favorite was definitely the Viet Cajun.

This would be my go-to 'I miss the beach' shrimp basket fix. They do gulf coast cajun really well,…read morewith the vibe to boot. This is the Forest Park location, which looks like a run down, weathered house in a very New Orleans charming way. Service is good. Fast-casual, you order at the counter. They've got beer, cocktails, iced tea, etc. I love the vibe here. Would be great to sit outside on an autumn evening. The sauces (tartar, cocktail, remoulade) are all very tasty.

Yes! Everything is great. What a wonderful combination, good food, great service, and an…read moreunbelievable Sunday ambience. What more could I ask for? Of course, you are home to the food bags that's why we hear. I can't eat seafood, but I Ala carte me up a special. Thank you Wanna, you are Amazing. You look like you looked like you wanted to get me together, if she order one more of them can cokes, Imma bring her a water. lol. We are a party of 4. I got 8 piece Cajun, with a side of sausage, corn, potatoes in crab barrack sauce mild spice. You real spicy for mild. Ty got the catfish basket and Mommy got the shrimp plate with okra. Deedee here too, she got the crab special with crab and shrimp. We eating and it's good. Everybody full!!

Joined a friend for dinner. We were quickly seated. The location is large and perfect for groups…read more She frequents this location so I followed her lead with the order. We both got the buffalo wings with lemon pepper, extra crispy as an app. The wings were really good. The sauce was rich and flavorful and the wings were fried to perfection. My only complaint was they were really big. My personal preference is smaller yet meaty wings. We got the 1/2 lbs shrimp bag with excess sausage and mild house sauce. The bag before the extra was only about $10. It comes with the corn, sausage and potato. That price is crazy good! The shrimp were a great size and the ingredients seemed fresh. The sauce was a very bland to me (in comparison to similar restaurants). The servers were really sweet. Checking on us often but not overdoing it. All in all, I would return again! Next time I'd probably get medium sauce and extra garlic. Yum!

The food was absolutely delicious! I had the whole fried snapper with candied yams and macaroni and…read morecheese. The macaroni looked very light in color, but don't let that fool you, it was flavorful, creamy, and very well prepared. Everything on the plate was seasoned nicely and satisfying. That said, there were a few things about the atmosphere that took away from the experience for me. The restaurant was extremely dark inside, and the music was much louder than necessary, making it difficult to fully relax and enjoy the meal. I was also caught off guard by customers smoking marijuana indoors. I'm pretty sure I left with a contact high while writing this review. I do think it would be helpful for the establishment to make guests aware of that at the entrance so people can decide beforehand whether that environment is for them.

I debated on writing a review, because I honestly don't think it will do any good. My first…read more concern was that within 15-20 minutes of me placing my order, it was delivered. I had been wanting some lamb chops for a few months, and I found Yo Chef online. The reviews for the lamb chops were mostly great, so I decided to give them a try. I didn't dine in, I placed an order for delivery. I ordered the lamb chops, with mashed sweet potatoes, and red beans and rice. I had never had fried pound cake, so I ordered 2 fried pound cakes, one for myself and one for my mom. We were both looking forward to everything. Unfortunately, we were both disappointed. The lamb chops were terrible. They were extremely tough. They tasted as if they had been sitting under a warming lamp or something. Even more disappointing was they were so skimpy. They definitely didn't taste as if they were freshly cooked. The mashed sweet potatoes were not mashed at all. They were simply candied yams. The red beans and rice were the best of my order. The fried pound cake tasted as if it was fried too long. I ended up throwing everything away after trying to eat one of the lamb chops. Ultimately, it was a wasted $78, $96 including the tip.