Hubby and I decided we wanted a change of scenery for a late lunch. We decided to try Dead Fish Grill in Belton. We hadn't been there since it changed from Frank's Lakeview Inn so we didn't know what to expect. We were pleasantly surprised mainly because of our server. Her name is Megan Hilton and she has such a welcoming,pleasant personality. The food was tasty and since it was after 3 PM appetizers were half off and it was also Happy Hour. My husband had the blackened rainbow trout and since I wasn't very hungry I made a meal of the appetizers and a cup of chicken,sausage gumbo. Everything was quite tasty. I recommend especially for the view and the chill atmosphere with no blaring music! read more

We visited Dead Fish Grill in Belton on Mother's Day with a group of nine to celebrate my daughter's graduation. We expected it to be busy, and it definitely was, so we tried to be understanding. Our waitress was very friendly but clearly overwhelmed with too many tables. At one point, my husband had to get up to get lemons after asking several times. We arrived around 10 AM and ordered breakfast. Unfortunately, about half of our group couldn't eat their meals. The bacon and sausage were poor quality, and the eggs were overcooked. The hashbrowns were only cooked on one side. The cinnamon rolls were the highlight--fresh, oversized, and enjoyed by everyone. The view is absolutely beautiful and was the best part of our visit. We may try again for lunch or dinner and hope for a better experience. read more

DI NOT WASTE YOUR TIME FOR MOTHERS DAY!!! Very limited menu, packed crown, understaffed and slow af!!! Terrible,Terrible experience!!!!!!!!! 1.5 hours so far, waiting on food!! Seen our waitress 2 times!! This place went to sh!t !!!!!!! Long john silvers next time!!!!!!!! read more

We're visiting and our local friends recommended this spot--great call. We came here Saturday evening and they had a live concert in their dazzling side venue. Met about an hour before sunset and got seated by the big windows overlooking the lake. Drinks came out fast and the food followed quickly. We ordered two appetizers and I had the blackened cod special--everything was really good. Views and good food! read more

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Came here with Family for a enjoyable Lunch. Very disappointed Long wait! Waitresses Fighting and arguing causing disruption to surrounding tables. Very Sloppy staff! Worst thing is a lady waitress Brought me a refill Dr pepper that was not a New cup! I hadn't realized it wasn't my cup until i saw the straw! chewed up! so disgusting to say the least! drinking out of a strangers cup refill? that wasn't a new Cup!! Don't come here unless you want to be drinking out of some else is refills. that's Unacceptable and Unfortunate. Definitely a health Violation!!! Never coming back here! Can only imagine the kitchen and how the food is properly made! Disgusting is one word for the Restaurant. The ladies restroom ! Is much worse. Whole places needs a talk with! read more

We have a lot of friends that like the food here. 24 have not eaten inside, we have gotten takeout. We've tried a few fried fish or shrimp dishes and they were greasy and flavorless. Not good. The fries wither came with the food were also just greasy and stale like they were cheap frozen fries that were cooked. read more

My second time was just as great! Great view, food and service! I highly recommend brunch here. read more

Dead Fish Grill - Mimosa on the lake! - American Near Me - Belton, Texas

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Surprised and impressed will be my two words I'll use for the chicken fried snapper. I grew up in the seafood industry and seafood in landlocked locations never goes well in my opinion. This fish was seasoned and cooked to perfection. The creamy pesto was earthy, light, and complimented the snapper very well. The Brussels were shaved perfectly and roasted very well. The rice was rice. Nothing special about it but the snapper was the main attraction and I would get it again. It can easily be shared. Our waitress Angel was attention and great to our party of eight. The tables behind us were easily twenty but she worked very well managing all of her tables. I went on a Friday evening at 6:30 with a packed restaurant but the food came out rather fast. The restaurant is big yet cozy. We sat in the back alongside the windows overlooking the lake and it was a great view. The only reason I gave a four is because all of the desserts we ordered to share were underwhelming including the sweet potato cheesecake, the blueberry lemon pie, key lime pie, and banana pudding. They were either overly sweet or lacking ingredients. read more

Dead Fish Grill - Chicken Fried Snapper with Creamy Pesto - American Near Me - Belton, Texas

Dead Fish Grill at Lake Belton did not disappoint! We started with the catfish bites--fried to perfection, light, fluffy, and crisp--with tartar sauce that was spot-on. From there, we shared the Beni Flight, which came with three Benedicts topped with Hollandaise: crabcake, fried chicken, and one more classic. The crabcake was good (just not as exciting), but the fried chicken Benedict stole the show--tender, crispy chicken with waffles that were crunchy but not too crunchy, and just sweet enough. Definitely a repeat dish. The shrimp & grits? Oh. My. God. Pure comfort food heaven. Creamy, rich, and so good I found myself stealing bites back and forth with my friends. The catfish plate was also a standout, paired with surprisingly tasty corn. We finished with cinnamon donut holes served with a raspberry jam--and let me tell you, they were the perfect sweet ending. Light, fluffy, and rolled in just the right amount of cinnamon sugar, with that jam tying it all together. Of course, brunch isn't complete without drinks--we had mimosas and Aperol spritzes, which were the perfect pairing. Our server was amazing, attentive without hovering, and the whole place was clean with a relaxed atmosphere. And the view--Lake Belton spread out in front of us--made it the perfect spot to reconnect with friends I hadn't seen in over three years. Brunch here is a must. Between the food, the service, and the lakeside view, Dead Fish Grill is absolutely worth the trip. read more

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Ok your server came smelling in cigars to take our order! Food was horrible no I do not recommend this place, you can't unsee their mess in the kitchen. People who were dinning didn't care to control their toddlers running around screaming so loudly. This is not a place to come and relax. I regret not listening to bad reviews. Too bad this could have been a fine dining shame on management and owner. read more

Dead Fish Grill - American Near Me - Belton, Texas

I'm updating my review for other menu items we had here. I still DO NOT recommend getting brunch here. However, we gave it another chance for the regular menu and were surprised and impressed. The Chicken Fried Snapper was amazing, I couldn't quit eating it even after I was full. The husband enjoyed his chicken fried steak as well. The Lake Sipper cocktail was nice and refreshing and my husband really liked his Bloody Mary. We got to enjoy a set by the window overlooking the lake, which was nice. We will return, especially for the snapper! read more

Dead Fish Grill - Chicken Fried Snapper - American Near Me - Belton, Texas

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Came here a few times to meet some of my husband's family members for brunch and a date night as well! Great spot overlooking the Belton Lake area! Food has been pretty good as well whenever we come by! I've had a few different things and they had been pretty tasty and served hot! Their calimari is probably one of my favorites and their shrimp and catfish plate is also amazing, was definitely full after that meal! Drinks: Lake Sipper was good and so was their Bahama Mamma! Our servers had been pretty spot on everytime we've eaten there as well!! Parking: LOVE how they have so much parking!! If you have a water vehicle aka jet ski, boat, they have space for those as well! read more

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The restaurant has a nice, quaint atmosphere, including and indoor and outdoor dining area overlooking the lake. The service was prompt, friendly and accommodating. The was one minor mistake with my food that was corrected immediately, sincere apologies give. As for the food, I had Blackened Catfish over Garlic Mashed Potatoes, smothered in Crawfish Étouffée, with a side of Corn and Garlic Mushrooms, while just slightly on the pricey side, the food was delicious. The fish was well seasoned, with just a hint of heat and the Étouffée was superb. read more

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You need to get the seafood platter. While priced at $28 (without tax), it hold true to the main pillars of seafood. It comes with catfish, blackened shrimp, fried oysters, fries, and all the sauces you can dream of. This with wonderful service and amazing view ties everything together beautifully. read more

Dead Fish Grill - Seafood Platter - American Near Me - Belton, Texas

The food, the waitress and atmosphere! The view and the waitress made this a most pleasant experience. read more

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Went here while visiting some family in Texas. We had a large party and made a reservation. Lots of seating options with a large bar. The view is why you come! It was a beautiful view of the lake! Our service was friendly and we got our food really quickly. I got a pasta dish and it was done well. Everyone liked their food. If I lived in the area I would frequent this place. read more

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What a great view and location to enjoy a meal!!!! Was greeted with zeal by the host and waitstaff. This was a great first impression! Service with Cody (and Lola) was fine. He's friendly and competent however as the meal was over, service slowed down considerably, with plates left on the table, and a slight delay with Togo box, and check. I had the fried shrimp and the fries were under done and cold and the shrimp was overcooked, the slaw too vinegary for my liking and maybe a solid tablespoon amount provided. hushpuppies were small, slightly sweet and tasty. I'm not too Much of a fries person unless they are really fresh and hot; they have to be calorie worthy for me to eat them and these were not! As a Florida resident , I'm used to Gulf Shrimp (off the boat--Cortez Fl ) and knowing I was in central Texas, I knew they'd wouldn't be anything like Gulf Shrimp. However, a seafood restaurant should know how to prepare seafood and they missed the mark by overcooking mine. Daughter-in-law enjoyed the fish and chips, her fries appeared cooked and her fish looked delicious, son seemed to enjoy the shrimp tacos and he devoured them; likely he was very hungry. Unfortunately the food scene seems to be lacking here in the Belton area especially compared to the food scene where I have spent the majority of my life. As a newby to Belton, I will continue to search for some hidden gems that take pride in their food and service and use quality ingredients as I believe they're out there. Now, the people here is where Belton has shined! Friendly, kind and considerate. Let's hope the culinary culture takes a cue and also shines. Dead fish has the view, the staff, but the food is where they could use some resuscitation. read more

Horrible experience. Once me and my family arrived we were waiting in line for almost ten minutes even though we had family already at a table. Our food didn't come out together making my family wait almost two hours for their food even though they had already been there before I arrived. Not only did we have to wait for our food my sister was given a use cup she had not realized till she looked at the straw and it was chewed on. Absolutely disgusting. Anyone with a food handler's certificate knows you're supposed to give the customer a new cup when asked for a refill. Not only did that happen our waitress and another tables waitress had a small argument interrupting our and others lunch. Just so unprofessional. When we asked for a manager our waitress said she wanted to cash us all out before getting a manager. I decided to look for the manager myself I asked him to follow me to my table where I told him the situation and he offered a free dessert which is just unacceptable. How do you mess up that badly? I understand a long wait but the used cup and the arguing between employees just disrespectful and definitely a health violation. Do not waste your time nor money at this place! If it wasn't for the view this place wouldn't get any attraction. read more

I love this restaurant! For a long time living in the south in the country I had easy access to fried fish, fries, and shrimp. So after living in the country to the city that aspect was missing! But not here at the Dead Fish Grill where everything is made to order and delicious! We were nicely greeted by Jessica, our waitress; her attitude was bubbly, funny, and down right down to earth. She's attentive too and won't forget about you! She made our experience at DFG surely pleasurable. I highly recommend you ask for her when you go! For our meal, we started off with appetizers: the turf & surf bacon wrapped jalapenos & lemon peppered calamari. (After having a bad experience in the past with calamari, I was hesitant to try it), however here the squid didn't give me a sour stomach and I couldn't stop eating it. The taste was flavorful & good. I'd definitely order it again! As for the bacon wrapped poppers, it was okay, I wouldn't order again, seeing only 4 tiny poppers come out. I didn't taste the hint of crab neither. As for the star of the show: our main entrees. My dad ordered the shrimp plate with fries, hush puppy and he enjoyed it. I had the fish plate with shrimp, hush puppy, and corn. The fish wasn't fried hard though it was so tasty and amazing! My brother ordered the seafood tacos and noted his food was good. We got here just in time for happy hour and Jessica hooked us up, the mango margarita is straight on point with the flavor and with the right amount of alcohol! The tajun on the glass made it perfect to drink. If I was Belton again I'd definitely order it again! My brother & Dad had beer although my brother enjoyed his beer, my dad said his beer was flat. He couldn't finish it and that's hard to believe. My dad tried to put in a special request as far as how he wanted his shrimp to be prepared and the female chef said, no. Because she didn't want to do it, noting if it was a crowd to rush in she wouldn't been able to handle it. He just wanted his shrimp bufferflied (takes less than 5 seconds to do). Overall, this is a perfect restaurant to come to eat and unwind. It's right on the water of Lake Belton & the service and ambience is relaxing! read more

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Ok five stars now. How do you beat the happy hour specials here ????!!!! And the view is still amazing. My fav drink has gotta be the Bahama mama. Boudin balls are SOOOO GOOD. And a pound of boiled shrimp for 12 bucks ? How can you pass it up. And all that catfish the the appetizer ?!?!? Amazing read more

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The view is amazing and I love that the patio is so big and dog friendly. I don't think the food is anything special. Not bad but lacks some flavor and my shrimp was a little fishy. Loved the mimosa bottle option. read more

Dead Fish Grill - Mimosa bottle option. - American Near Me - Belton, Texas

Great oysters last week. Fish and chips also excellent. Food keeps getting better. Always a great view and pleasant staff.

Have never had good service and the food is average. The only thing going for them is the panoramic views of Lake Belton. read more

great views, food, & drinks! i got the salmon with rice & brussel sprouts. the salmon was a 5/5! would have loved a may ploy sauce or something for the brussel sprouts, but i'm not sure they always serve them with the salmon (they said it was served with vegetable medley of broccoli). my boyfriend got the catfish and shrimp and said he loved it! i had a bite of the fries and they were perfect. once again, that view! 5/5 read more

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Oh wow! This place has some phenomenal food!!! We're from out of state and Dead Fish Grill was recommended to us. Was bummed out that they ran out of oysters because I really wanted to try them. Looking forward to going back. read more

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The view - literally this place is all about the view! One of the most beautiful sunsets I've seen! Service was great, our waitress was still training and she nailed it! Had she not told us she was new, we would have never known! We split the baked oysters and the Cajun pasta. Both of which were amazing and we would definitely order again! Highly recommend this restaurant the entire experience was phenomenal from the time we arrived until we left. Thank you for a beautiful evening! read more

GREAT food and service. The fish & chips are really good. They gave outdoor dining but so far we've elected to eat only indoors.

This is one of several new restaurants around the Nolanville area that we love!! My wife loves their Brussel Sprouts as a side to her main dish and I LOVE their hush puppies!! Great food and great wait staff. If you're looking for good seafood, we feel this is a great option for people to explore read more

Eating here makes me happy. The colors and decor are nautical themed, the views of Belton Lake are simply gorgeous, you can eat outside or inside, and they have a fantastic private party room. There is also an outdoor space for a DJ or live music. I helped organize my high school reunion here which was a big success. The Gilhooley oysters are a must! read more

Food was good - Service and Ambiance were excellent Beautiful view of Lake Belton - worth the trip. read more

Great evening for a dinner with the best view! Great service and food was delicious! I love their Moscow Mules! Fresh oysters were good! Chicken fried chicken was so good with Mashed potatoes and Brussels sprouts! We love Cody! Great service! Kayla at the bar always has a smile! read more

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Still here for the scenery. Food is okay. They are very slow to get the drinks out. How many people don't order that extra round because the bar or the servers can't get the drinks out? That's lost revenue. I just don't get it. Don't come here with high expectations and you won't be disappointed. read more

Ah man, where to even begin. The atmosphere and views make this place great for watching the sunset. Unfortunately, that's the only redeeming quality. The owners and management must really hate this place, because the employees look and act miserable, and the employee standards while serving must be nonexistent. My old-fashioned was almost undrinkable. Service was lackluster and disorganized. Our food was pretty rough. My shrimp jalapeño poppers wrapped in bacon, which should, in theory, be exploding with flavor just on the basis of those three ingredients, somehow looked like it was thrown in the blender and served through a piping bag. Fries were good, though. These 5-star reviews must be either bots, employees, or paid actors, because while I can maybe get behind coming here for a dessert only, there's zero chance on God's green earth this place is serving up quality dishes. read more

Just the best place ever to catch up with your bestie & eat hot boudin balls and have a cold black cherry virgin mojito read more

Dead Fish Grill - American Near Me - Belton, Texas

I'm not sure where to begin from the time we walked in and were seated, Kaylee was amazing. We were a group of 6. Our drinks arrived right on time. The food was delicious. The catfish dinner was superb. The shrimp and grits were tasty. The pancakes fluffy. Her attentiveness to each of our needs was meet. The scenery was amazing. This was an awesome experience. read more

Dead Fish Grill - Beautiful scenery - American Near Me - Belton, Texas

2nd Visit! Great food and great service! It was really loud in the restaurant tonight. Had trouble talking to each other. Maybe because it was a Friday night and they had a DJ. We had: Appetizers: Surf and turf stuffed jalapeños with ranch dressing and Boudin Balls. Meals: 2 Fried Catfish and Shrimp Plate! Very good. Blackened Catfish and Shrimp with a side of salad! Good. Ribeye Steak with Crab cakes! They were really good! BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger with Fries! Very tasty. 1 lb. Shrimp Boil in Buttered Garlic. read more

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I would like to give this place another try. For our big group, there was a limited menu and I'd like to see their other options. We did have to send some stuff back. My salmon wasn't cooked enough. I pretty much know how restaurants tend to cook theirs but mine was too undone. They did correct it with another plate. One of my Soldiers had some dust or something in their chips and that was quickly resolved as well and it was removed from his ticket. Food wasn't bad and service was great (I say great because they did fix the problem with no issue), I'd just like to experience it outside a big group. read more

Dead Fish Grill - American Near Me - Belton, Texas

Haven't been to Dead Fish in months and now I remember why. Sat at bar middle of week around 7pm. Was not busy. Maybe 1/3 full. Female bartender had resting b* face. Waited about 5 mins for her to ask for my drink order, no big deal. She didn't say hi or bye, just want do you want. Finished first drink and had to wait until could get eye contact before another drink or menu. She was very busy with no help. I believe the guy with the ponytail was one of the managers. He didnt acknowledge anyone including employees. Walked around bar and picked up dirty glasses. No talking or asking if you need anything. Just let her be slammed. Looked at menu and it's the same as it has been for years except prices have gone way up. Decided why would I give my money to this business to only have bad service. This place wreaks of them making a ton of money on drinks each weekend and they don't have to worry about anything else. I do not recommend read more

The food, I was completely underwhelmed by the flavor. The best part of the Cajun pasta is the sausage. The shrimp looked pre cooked and so did the diced chicken. I won't be ordering that again. Boudin balls Weren't crispy enough. My mojito accidentally had coconut rum which was rectified almost immediately. We will return solely based off the scenery. Next try will be the oysters and fried seafood. Fries were a 3/5. They weren't crispy enough read more

A hidden gem in Belton if you are looking for a great brunch spot. Also good for group events. As soon as I stepped in the establishment I was greeted. Friendly staff and the food was on point. Couldn't ask for more. Definitely coming back if in the area read more

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