Voodoo Bayou definitely delivers on the vibe. The atmosphere is dark, moody, and upscale with a…read morelittle edge to it perfect for a date night or just somewhere different from the usual spots. The food was solid across the board. The shrimp and dirty rice had great flavorwell seasoned, a little smoky, and the shrimp were cooked right, not overdone. You can tell they're actually trying to put some thought into the dishes instead of just throwing something together. The deviled eggs were a standout too unique presentation and a good mix of creamy and savory. Drinks were on point. The cocktail I had was smooth, balanced, and looked as good as it tasted. Definitely not one of those places where the drinks are all looks and no substance. Service was good, no complaints there. Everything came out in a reasonable time and the staff kept things moving without hovering. If I had to nitpick, I'd say it leans a little more toward the vibe and presentation than being truly unforgettable food but it's still a strong experience overall.

I ordered the deviled eggs which were extremely salty. I sent them back. I had the shrimp and grits…read moreand they were fine. I wouldn't order it again but it was fine. I've had better. The service was great. We had a very attentive waiter who was really nice and helpful. Unfortunately I don't remember his name now. The best item we had was the beignets. They were amazing along with the ice cream. The first bite had my eyes rolling in the back of my head. Honestly I could have had a plate of those and nothing else. There was a homeless person bothering us because we ate out on the patio. I wish management could have said something. Otherwise, sitting outside was nice.

I came here during 1:30 on a Wednesday and I got the gumbo($12) , blackened catfish ($19), and…read moreoysters during happy hour that started at 2pm. During that time, raw oysters were $1.5 and cooked were $2 each. The oyster was very good! The gumbo was definitely a miss unfortunately, not much flavor to it. Staff was friendly and the outside area was nice with a breeze. Overall a good place to get good oyster during their happy hour! Food(50%): 7.6 Staff/service(25%): 7.0 Value(25%): 7.5 Overall: 7.4/10

Great Tuesday night at Shuck N Dive. This is definitely a place with a LOT of regulars we got lucky…read moreand grabbed a booth just in time because the bar and tables filled up SO fast. We love Cajun food, so we were excited to try it, and the gumbo did not disappoint. I was starving and completely forgot to take pictures of the étouffée my bf got, he said it was good, definitely creamier than traditional, which made it a bit of a risk for me since I'm allergic to dairy. I had a Shirley Temple, and my boyfriend had a Bloody Mary that he said was good... although I have to say, the green bean garnish threw me off a little I've seen some wild garnishes, but that one made me laugh. I got chicken tenders with tots and red beans and rice everything was solid. The music was great, the atmosphere was lively, and even with the rain keeping us off the patio, we had a great time. We'll definitely be back to check out the outdoor space on a nicer day.

Zach was an amazing waiter. He is really friendly and approachable. For that matter everyone on…read morestaff who we interact was wonderful. The food was delicious too. I had the Fried Green Tomato BLT. Highly recommended. My friends had the Southern Cobb Salad and the Jack Fruit. They enjoyed their meals too.

Tried out Batch New Southern Kitchen & Tap and honestly... I'll definitely be back I started with…read morethe deviled eggs, which were so good, then ordered the fish and swapped my side for mashed potatoes -- such a solid choice And of course, I had to pair it with a spicy margarita, which was absolutely fabulous The food, the drinks, the vibe... definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in Fort Lauderdale

Came to Catfish Deweys with my family right before Mother's Day weekend and had such a great…read moreexperience! We started with the mushroom appetizer with horseradish sauce and the coconut shrimp -- both were absolutely delicious. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, from the seafood to the appetizers. The atmosphere feels super cozy and homie, like an old fisherman's bar, with fish all over the walls that really give the place character. Our server, Leah, was amazing -- so friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable about the menu. She helped us decide what to order and made us feel right at home. We had the stone crab and crab claws, and everything was excellent. Definitely a place we'll be coming back to!

There are not many parking spots in front, but the restaurant has someone who will direct you to…read moreplaces where you can leave your car. The dining room is very large and plain and not at all fancy. Our server was polite but she forgot to order my appetizer and didn't provide the separate checks that we requested. We all had versions of the all-you-can-eat scallops. And we never got a second plate because the first one was filled with about a dozen or more large ones. And no matter what special you get, you are allowed some catfish with it. So, of course, we each had a fillet. It was the best part of the meal. While the scallops were decent, we were not fans because they were fried, and a bit dry. The fried catfish was crunchy but flavorful. As to the sides, the cole slaw is good. The collard greens were average. The baked sweet potato was very mushy, and the French fries needed to be crisper. The hush puppies were addictive. If you like large or plentiful portions, add a star, because your belly will surely be full. I couldn't finish my scallops or the extra piece of catfish that I had requested. And you're not allowed any doggie bags with the all-you-can-eat offers. We certainly didn't have room to try any desserts. Two entrees at $35.99 each, one alcoholic drink, tax, and tip was $115.

So I'm adding to my last review of Calypso again five stars…read more We sat at the bar JULIO is an excellent bartender and very friendly person. Love the quaint spot. It's a lot of fun just to have a nice dinner and relax. This time we had the muscles Florentine, chicken wings, and my wife had the grilled snapper. A across the board top-notch food. Once again, everything was fresh and delicious. We also got the carrot cake, which was excellent, super moist and flavorful, but we ate it too fast to take a picture

Went here for the first time today it was pretty darn impressed. Came with a group of people for a…read morefamily reunion of sorts and enjoyed an unexpectedly wonderful meal. I love fish and eat it several times a week and so when I find a fish restaurant that serves exceptional seafood I just can't help but offer a high recommendation in this one really is at the top of their game. And I have to say that their lunch prices and portions are an incredible value for such wonderful food. And if the food isn't enough to make, you want to come here over and over again, the welcoming and sincerity of the service will definitely win you over. From the person that greets you at the door to the wait staff to the people that clear the tables every member of the staff makes you feel like you are their most valued guest. I really love this place and we will be back to try more things from the menu. Today I had a tripletail. I am not sure that I've ever seen it in restaurant before having previously only eaten it when I caught it. And that was many years ago. But it is without any doubt, one of my favorite fish to eat. Absolutely delicious and they're simple preparation brought out the flavor even more. I had it with a salad that was so fresh and complemented the fish perfectly. All in all, I love the restaurant and will be back. As I said, I would love to try the other things on the menu, but if Tripletail is on there that day, I am likely to order it again. One thing, especially nice was that we were really here to enjoy the company of family that we'd not seen in a long time. We took up the table for almost 3 hours. They refilled my iced tea regularly and continue to serve us and even with the long time spent there we felt completely welcome. Kudos to them for such amazing service. If you were in the Pompano Beach area and love to eat fish, this is a place you do not want to miss.

Crabs,Crabs, Crabs cooked well and varied ways! Service is…read moregood Ambiance is very casual family oriented

Over the weekend, a few NYC friends visited me in Florida. Since I'm the local resident now, I was…read moretasked to find a good sea food spot for dinner. Of course the first thing I did was to consult my trusted Yelp. The Rustic Inn Crabhouse, came highly recommended! Its rustic, homey atmosphere and patio dinning options were a highlight to our dinning experience. Upon arrival, we waited maybe 10 min to be seated. We were a party of 6 and managed to secure a table outside by the water. This restaurant is huge! Spacious with a constant rotation of customers. The drinks were ok but would recommend something off of their beer or wine menu. Seafood was fresh, delicious and perfectly cooked. Everything down to their salad dressing is made in house. I loved the buttery lobster roll and tender grilled snapper. There was a mix up with our order where the wrong item was brought out to us. Instead of having us wait for the correct meal, our waitress severed us the incorrect order with apologies and packed our correct order to go and on the house. We very much appreciated that. The bathroom situation is not the best. Don't go if you don't have to. Free parking is available.

All three stars go to Ava. This past Tuesday my family came to Shooters for dinner to celebrate my…read morebirthday. We were coming from Hallandale, we had an 8pm reservation got seated around 815 which wasn't too bad. We were sat in a dimmer quieter section away which I really appreciate since our 1 year old was sleeping giving us the perfect date-night setting. Unfortunately the last time we been to Shooters was Valentine's Day 2025. We weren't aware that the menu had been changed since our last time dining which was rather unfortunate since the two entrees (seared brown butter scallops & shrimp and grilled soy-ginger glazed salmon) we came for were changed on the menu. We ended up getting the soy glazed salmon and scallops & prawns which unfortunately we did not enjoy at all. Even the sides were different previously you could just get a side of Mac now you can only get a side of truffle Mac? The grilled soy ginger salmon was on a bed of veggies (bok choy, Napa cabbage, onions, peppers) the one that's currently on the menu was basically on two inedible pieces of bok choy and a bed of rice I couldn't even break and chew the bok choy. Our server Ava was very attentive and sweet even gave a beautiful little treat for a birthday dessert ( not a chocolate fan but her energy made the dessert amazing ). After we paid our check we asked Ava for a manager and did specify that it was regarding the food more and not her service. I didn't catch the name of the manager we spoke to but her response to us simply questioning the menu change was she's not the culinary director or something along those lines but she would still hear our feedback. She just had such an I don't care attitude about it in my opinion and had I not had a few drinks in my system, trying to enjoy my time out with my family and birthday I would've let her know her attitude regarding it just was unnecessary. We unfortunately agreed to find a new go-to restaurant to celebrate our special occasions since so much has changed. Thank you so much to Ava for making our visit worth it! Didn't get pictures of the salmon, scallops, drinks or oysters that we got but I did get the fish dip and the dessert. Edited to add pictures from one of our previous visits

Great food. Excellent service from our waiter Mark. We will definitely come here again next time…read morewe're in town!

Absolutely loved our time at Southport. This was a last-minute choice for us, but everyone was so…read morefriendly and helpful. We got a drink at the bar while waiting for our table and we loved the live music outside. The garlic Parm oysters was our favorite more than the conch fritters (I'd personally skip these next time) and the half pound of shrimp was delicious, however not pictured was the spicy Thai mussels in pasta, which was OK but lacking a lot of flavor. I don't think spicy Thai was the move for us anyway but that's alright. We went on a Saturday night so expect a wait!

I'd give Southport a 3/5 for the food and service. The…read moreservers weren't very attentive, and they were forgetful. Our orders would come out at different times, some of the plates incomplete. I had to ask the server for a sauce that was supposed to come with the shrimp (not pictured), remind them of the clam chowder I had order... They seemed to be all over the place at times or not doing anything at all. We got the Sunny Side Up Burger - it came out before all the other entrees. The cook brought it out and slid it on the table, his buddy came up behind him put his arm around his shoulder and they left around the corner without saying anything like ?? Thai Mussels were flavorful, but SPICY!! Shrimp and Grits had NO flavor to it, unseasoned and watery... Clam Chowder was good, but it tasted like Progress -- LOL Oysters were good! Fish n Chips were plain... The food was good, but nothing special. Definitely not something worth driving out for, but the parking lot was PACKED, so I'm assuming people come for the outdoor seating, views, bar...

Ok HIGHLY recommend Coconuts to anyone and everyone who likes delicious food and great service and…read morebeautiful views. Coconuts is so special to my husband and I!! We had amazing dinner dates there, on a few occasions while we were still just dating, and I'll never forget those nights thanks to the Restaurant being so perfect! lol For reference we are a couple in our late 20's/30's) & we don't work for or know anyone affiliated with the restaurant...We just really love it lol Review: The views and vibes and just the entire atmosphere was everything! I highly recommend getting a table outside near the water if one is available. It's such a calmer and more romantic yet fun and beautiful experience when you're seated at the tables near the water. The location of them are perfect for date nights or special occasions!! Especially when you go during sunset! Overall it's just a place with a long wait and is a very enjoyable delicious time. The wait is so worth it! (They don't take reservations) The place had a bunch of great relaxing yet lively yet romantic type of vibes and you're surrounded by happy people- including the employees (atleast it seems so) and THE FOOD is just. I don't have the words. I mean, basically everything we've ever ordered at this restaurant has had us in shock after taking the first bites. Like even down to the French fries being yum! The lobster siracha mac and cheese (not sure what it's called on menu) is just my favorite and I crave it everyday if my life including right now as I write this Great staff also. Pricier than a typical restaurant but worth it because it's not a typical restaurant and it's not typical-tasting food.

Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5…read moreAmbiance: 4.4/5 Value: 4/5 Coconuts is situated on the water with a view of the harbor. The picturesque setting is its main draw. It's very busy and loud there, though, if you are eating indoors at the bar like I was. The bartenders and barbacks are very busy. The restaurant is known for something called "Scoobies" which per Google Gemini are "crab claws (traditionally blue crab or snow crab) that have been partially de-shelled--leaving just the "pincher" as a handle--and sautéed in a rich sauce of garlic, butter, and olive oil with crushed red pepper and scallions." I didn't get the Scoobies because I was apprehensive about how difficult they would be to eat. My dishes were fried oysters, fish tacos, and coconut shrimp platter. They were all fine, but unremarkable. The platter comes with fries and cole slaw as listed, but when I said to the bartender that I didn't need cole slaw, just extra fries, he offered/clarified that I could substitute another side instead, so I went with broccoli. I did notice that there were many flies flying around when my shrimp platter came out. One of the other bartenders put out a plate of hot sauce to repel the flies, which helped. The place is famous and sells its own merchandise like shirts and hats. It is not located near other restaurants, and you'll have to walk fifteen minutes or get an Uber if you are discouraged by the waiting time. The people dining here look like they are pretty well off and are able to enjoy life.

I was in the area and spotted Mr. & Mrs. Crab Seafood, in the same shopping center as Walmart. The…read morespace is open and airy with a casual vibe and most importantly, it's clean. Tables come ready with disposable paper, bibs, and gloves, making it easy to dive into some messy, delicious seafood. The staff are attentive, service is prompt, and parking is convenient. I started with their mango margarita, a refreshing kickoff to the meal. They also have a full bar if you want something different. For appetizers, I tried the lobster bisque and crab cakes. The crab cakes were my favorite: light, crispy on the outside, packed with fresh crab, and free of heavy flour or doughy textures. Simple and straight-up delicious. The lobster bisque had a flavorful, well-seasoned broth, though it was a little light and I would have loved some chunks of lobster to add texture. Ordering is straightforward: select your sauce/seasoning, spice level, and seafood. I went for the Chef's Pick - Crabfam Classic Seafood Boil, which includes 1/2 pound each of snow crab, shrimp, and sausage, served with two sweet corn cobs and two tender potatoes. I chose the Mr. & Mrs. Crab seasoning, a blend of Cajun spice, lemon pepper, garlic butter, and plain garlic. It had the right kick from the Cajun, the zing of lemon pepper, and just enough garlic to tie it all together. The corn was juicy and sweet, the potatoes tender, and all the flavors balanced beautifully. If you're craving fresh, flavorful seafood in a laid-back setting, Mr. & Mrs. Crab Seafood is definitely worth a visit. Extras: Daily specials, lunch specials, and happy hour deals make it even more inviting. Happy Hour runs Sunday-Thursday, with $2 drafts, $3 house wine, and $4 house cocktails (open-5pm & 8:30pm-close). Lunch specials are Monday-Friday, 12pm-3pm. I started with their mango margarita, it was okay. For appetizers, I tried the lobster bisque and crab cakes. The crab cakes were my favorite, light and crispy on the outside, full of crab, and no heavy flour or doughy bits. Just simple, straight-up delicious. The lobster bisque had a flavorful, well-seasoned broth, though light I was hoping for some chunks of lobster to give it a bit more texture. The main course was the Chef's Pick - Crabfam Classic Seafood Boil: 1/2 pound each of snow crab, shrimp, and sausage, served with two sweet corns and two tender potatoes. I went for the Mr. & Mrs. Crab seasoning, which is a mix of all the seasonings - Cajun spice, lemon pepper, garlic butter, and plain garlic. It had a nice kick from the Cajun, the zing of lemon pepper, and just enough garlic to bring it all together. The corn was juicy and sweet, the potatoes were tender, and the flavors all blended beautifully and balanced. If you're craving fresh, flavorful seafood with a laid-back vibe, Mr. & Mrs. Crab Seafood is definitely worth a visit. Where food meets adventure--see you back at the table! IG: @shallonztable

Don't feel crabby, eat seafood and be happy! This is how your tummy would feel when you eat…read more@mrandmrscrabnorthlauderdale Start with their tasty appetizers like the lump Crab Cakes, crunchy Coconut Shrimp and the extra cheesy Fried Cheese Sticks. And don't skip on the cocktails cause this place a full bar! Then get one of their fresh seafood boils. I highly recommend sharing the Big Eats which includes 1/2 lb Snow Crab Legs, 1/2 lb Shrimp, 1/2 lb Green Mussels, 1/2 lb Blue Mussels, 1/2 lb Crawfish, 1/2 lb Sausage plus corn and potatoes. If you're stress about holiday shopping then spend your hard earned money and eat seafood instead!