A throwback to old time fish camps. They offer a senior menu which is plenty to eat. A to the hushpuppies. I always enjoy eating here.

We ate at the restaurant for Father's Day. Our server place is in an amazing view of the lake while we ate. I appreciate the precision and delicate service our waitress had for our party of 10. Thanks for the hospitality. read more

We have enjoyed our dinners whilre watching activity on the lake. Peaceful, affordable, and good food.

Lake Bowen Fish Camp is a great place to get deep fried fish. Such as Flounder, Perch, Whole Shrimp, Whole Catfish, Falet Catfish, Salt & Pepper Catfish, Oysters, and Deviled Crab. They also have Popcorn Shrimp, Popcorn Chicken, and Chicken Tenders; And all served with your choice of sides. This Fish Camp is Family friendly to. read more

Normally don't write negative reviews, but this one is needed. We rarely eat here and now I remember why. This place was filthy. Cob webs in the bathroom, rusted trash cans and filthy floors and fixtures. Everything is outdated and dirty. Speaking of outdated, they don't even accept debit/credit cards. Cash or check only. The calabash chicken was good, but a lot of my calabash shrimp still had the shell on them and the crust already fell off. Maybe we just had an off night. Service was really good. A sweet young lady took good care of us. For the price, I would rather go to The Flounder or drive 45 min to Blue Ocean in Clinton. read more

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The service was excellent. We were seared promptly (a party of nine) and got our drinks and entrees quickly. Everyone in my party ordered fried entrees and were very pleased. I asked for grilled catfish. It was served in foil with no seasoning and stuck to the foil. The tap water tasted horrible. (Several in my party made the same comment about the water.) The flow getting in and out of the parking lot and the restaurant itself is poorly designed. No cards accepted. They were very busy in house and with takeouts, so perhaps I just ordered the worst thing on the menu. I probably won't try again because most of the selections are fried which I try to avoid. If you love fried food, give it a try. read more

So much for southern hospitality. The staff was shockingly rude, to the point that we walked out before ordering. I live in California and somehow encounter far more kindness there than at this restaurant. Ridiculous. read more

The food was really good. I had flounder filet and calabash shrimp. Service was good too. Everyone at table said their food was nice. For the money it was really good. 5 people for $85 View was nice too. Loved the ducks and cats outside ! read more

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We went with a group from our church, just under 30 of us. They were so efficient. The food was wonderful. Best hush puppies I've had in a LONG time. Cash or check only. ATM is in the restaurant read more

Went to a family gathering about 5:30 on a Friday afternoon. Good luck finding a parking spot! They have a huge parking lot but lots of customers. We had a reservation for 12 and hoped for a small private room to sit and talk but it was not available so we sat at two separate tables. The most amazing things about this restaurant are definitely the amazing murals everywhere! Outside are civil war and outdoor living & fishing scenes. Inside the walls, dividers and even the ceilings are covered with nautical scenes. Wow. You just want to walk around and see everything but as busy as it was, that wouldn't be practical. Waitresses were excellent, quickly bringing menus and drink orders. Many of our group are seniors so the smaller "senior" plates were ordered. I had been looking for this meal all week and eaten lightly to prepare. I was repeatedly told how great the food was. There was a slight delay since two of our group were held up by road delays. I opted for the larger and pricier combo plate of fried oysters and scallops. First of all, the plates arrived in tin trays. Haven't eaten from those since Marine Corps boot camp!!! Food was warm, not hot. Oysters were heavily breaded and scallops were dry, not juicy. Coleslaw was horrible, one bite was enough. Hush puppies were good, hot would have been better. Baked potato was the best part of my meal. Check the other pictures of food plates were filled, mine was quite different. I would strongly suggest not going at a busy time. Perhaps your experience would be different. Oh and just past the cashier at the exit was a wall mural of dozens of Disney and other animated movie characters. read more

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Went there yesterday with my friends. I had catfish. It was amazing. So much food had to bring some home. Brought my husband oysters and he said they were the best he ever had. The best fish place around. read more

Love the fish camp. Been going here for years. Casual, lovely views, local place with delicious food.

Food was off was cold greasy and mushy.cold slaw was awful not like it was.this used to be my favorite fish place.but wow it's changed.what happen!!! read more

First off when reviewing this restaurant you need to realize it's a " fish Camp". If you are expecting a high end Charleston seafood restaurant you will be disappointed. If you want a large portion of good food at a great price, and no frills, you will love it. The service was great too. Ambiance? Ha ha, what part of " fish camp" don't you understand? A family with kids will love it. A first date you are trying to impress will not like it. It is what it is.....but it's a 5 star is what it is. Can't wait to come back. read more

The service was great and efficient. I had catfish fillet plate which was excellent. I love the feel of the fish camp style with scenery of lake Bowen makes it peaceful and perfect place for family and friends to gather. read more

Waitress was great. Food was hot. No seasoning at all. Fish bland. Very old building. Doesn't look like they've updated ever. Musty smell when you walk in. Cash only. View is beautiful on the lake. Could just use an upgrade. read more

The ambience of eating seafood, not as a delicacy, on the lake. Very relaxed atmosphere. And, on Sunday, the lunch menu, cafeteria style, is delish! Fried Seafood Popcorn Shrimp Sunday Country Lunch read more

We have been going here for years excellent fried chicken it's cooked to order and worth the wait their seafood the fried flounder and shrimp are very good choices highly recommended I love their fresh coleslaw too read more

This place has been a regular at least once a week!! The food is great and the service is exceptional! If you've never been there make sure to bring cash or a check. They do not accept cards of any kind. read more

Good food, Went ther for birthday dinner! Friendly stuff, needs cleaning, boy dusty!!!!! read more

First, it's important to know it's a CASH ONLY place. That's increasingly inconvenient in today's world. You have to plan ahead. The fare is pretty good and reasonably generous. It won't knock your socks off, but overall, it's a good value for the money. We will definitely return. read more

Just had a very delightful dinner at Lake Bowen FC. The fish was prepared perfectly and and the ambiance of the view can't be beat. Hubby enjoyed his salmon stew too. We will return!! Keep in mind that cash or check only. read more

I'm writing this review in appreciation of our waitress! I think the name that she wrote on our ticket was "Aiana" or something similar. We came for dinner with our almost 2 year old son and she was extremely accommodating to him. She took our order and then brought out our son's plate almost immediately to make sure he wouldn't get fussy while waiting for food! We've never had a server do that before and REALLY appreciated it! She checked on us regularly and brought anything else that we needed, and was overall just super friendly. We really appreciated this experience! read more

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Service was friendly but very slow. Kept getting excuses about the cooking food time but tables around us kept getting their food! Although the view of the lake is beautiful, the service. Oils be much better read more

Great place to go to after church. Right on the water. Buffay style. Get the chicken because it is absolutely wonderful. Unless you had a wonderful cook for a mama it is better than homemade. We also really liked the fried okra. Great conversation because there's no rush. It's a big place. Very reasonable. read more

Poor man's death food, stay away better places to eat, needs updates and better service.

Good food, good service, good view. I like the salt and pepper catfish fillets, fried. Family friendly environment. Lines can get long if you go later in the evening. Line and view better around 5 than later hours. read more

Food is not good at all, and people that run it are really butt holes..They are not nice to customers and are worst to employees...They need training on how not to be rude.. read more

Horrible. Food is extremelyyyyy Plain. Even hot sauce didn't do justice. On the menu , it says "salt and pepper on request" for each item... we were seated at the last table in the back of the room that had the view of the parking lot. We faced the wall if you want me to be more clear. Our server didn't refill our drinks until AFTER we complained about my son NOT getting his food. They didn't come check on us not once. Even when they were assisting the group behind us they didn't even care to check in. We didn't feel welcomed at all. Everyone kept staring at us because were "minorities". It was just so uncomfortable to be around that crowd. Oh and I threw up all of my food that night. Too greasy. Too much batter. No flavor. No seasoning. Food for a retirement home basically. Need I say more? I would give it 0 stars if I could. read more

Food was ok. Fish breading was very salty. Service was great. It said online they accept credit cards but they do not. They have an ATM to get money from which of course charges a fee along with your bank charging a fee. So make sure you have cash. read more

We are new to the area and we see this place is always crowded so we decided to try tonight. We left disappointed. The food was extremely plain, no seasoning, no flavor, nothing but plain cafeteria food. I ordered the founder filet and husband got the catfish both with baked potato. When food came out they hand us our plate with French fries and was like "he ran out of baked potatoes, oh sorry." Not even an option to pick a different side. I really don't understand how this place is busy? No flavor people!! It even has in parentheses (salt and pepper upon request), like seriously? I know there is another restaurant down the street with a similar name (which is where we wanted to go anyways) and won't be returning to this place for sure. read more

Absolutely recommend if you like fried fish (some broiled) on a tin plate. Low class. Come as you are. But, food is very good. Southern hospitality very good. Love the fried oysters. Lake view is great. Warning, get there early. read more

Everyone has problems , but it's how you handle them that separates you Bad potato several black spots . Requested another potato after showing the waitress the problem. She brough out a second - it's was worse than the first . I asked for a to go box -placed the second potato to show it to the cashier. Upon presenting bad food - she said the waitress told her about it because she did not know what to do and told Jeff Brown - manager.Jeff was a no show ! If there is any humor the waitess said with sincere voice inflection : You "Dont" want another one. We took it as a polite warning - There must be troulbe in the kitchen. We did not ask for any compensation nor did the cashier offer--- Ethics & intregrity is lacking at Lake Bowen. They served food no one could eat , which was agreed by everyone ,and still charge full price . Have you ever felt like an extra in a bad movie , but it's really happening -- you have to laugh and move on--Unbelievable I called after arriving home requested to speak with the Owner's grandson ( Jeff Brown )--- He was too busy I checked their website : no option to contact them by message. I'm sure it is by design. All this over a $12.00 meal --- geezz I am from Greenville , SC---not IL read more

I ordered two seafood platters that were pitifully made. I know that times are hard, but the amount of food that I received for $20 a plate should have been embarrassing to them. I know that it was close (20 min) before closing, but when I asked the older lady in to go about my plate she shook my plate around and said, "yep, that's it. Three pieces of fish, 3 shrimp, and oysters. Well, I don't see the oysters, but that's it." And walked away. I've always loved LBFC but will choose Flounder after this. What food I did get was good and that's the only reason I gave three stars, but I didn't even get full off of my pitiful plate. read more

This was our first time here and we were not treated good at all. It was obvious we were new and didn't know how the whole set up was. We came on a sunday afternoon and they serve cafeteria style. You pick want you want in the line and then find a seat and you have a server who gives you a drink. First, I think it's strange that it's a fish camp and they had NO SEAFOOD at all. They had fried chicken, meatloaf and a few other things as well as side items. You go through the line and pick what you want. When I was about to go to the cash register, the lady there with the dark hair and glasses was extremely rude. I was there with my husband, sister, nephew and aunt and cousin. Me and my sister, husband and nephew were first in line. There was another couple between us that we didn't know that separated my aunt and cousin. The lady at the register kept trying to make me pay for the couple we didn't know. We had one child (my nephew) and she kept trying to charge for two kids. My sister is a vegetarian and she kept trying to charge her for a meat plate. She was in such a "rush" she kept confusing herself. She had a horrible attitude. When we all finally sat down, she came running over to the dining area where we sat and yelled at us and tried to accuse us for not paying. Then she tried to charge us again for the couple we didn't know as well as 2 children's meals! She was horrible and rude. I will never go back again. I got the fried chicken and it was ok. Macaroni was super burnt. If I could give this less stars I would. Lady at the register with the brown hair and glasses-Check your attitude. If someone is new and has questions, let them ask. Don't try to rush people and go through the line and then confuse yourself and then try to blame it on us. Shame on you. It wasn't even that busy. We were the only ones in line besides the other couple we didn't know that you kept trying to make us pay. Horrible. read more

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I have ate here once before several years ago and it was 100% worth the drive. Sadly I can't say the same for this visit. As a positive, the restaurant is your typical fish camp, except with beautiful views of the lake. You can be seated so you can better see the water. Having a small kid, it was enjoyed. Now the food...yikes. I'm on a special diet and had to get the broiled fish. I got the flounder. It had zero seasoning. No salt. No pepper. No lemon. Nothing. Just a sad filet thrown under a broiler. I was able to make it "edible" with some lemon slices and salt and pepper. However, I shouldn't have to do the work at the table. My daughter and husband got dishes that came with popcorn shrimp. Hands down it was the most disgusting thing I could imagine. My daughter said it tasted like fish soap, and she's kinda right. My husband got the fried platter. The fried scallops tasted like a crime against scallops. They deserved a better fate. His fish didn't look bad. The oysters were good for oysters. Sadly, for being at a fish camp, the best tasting thing at the table was my 8 year old's chicken fingers. Which surprise! She didn't like because they tasted too good. read more

Lake Bowen Fish Camp is a bit of a drive to get to, but for me it is well worth it. I was first introduced to this restaurant by my grandparents who had relocated to the area. Of course now this will always be a place that reminds me of my grandparents and I'm sure we'll continue to return whenever we're in the area. The food is basic fried seafood with a side of coleslaw and fries. There are other options on the menu, but we pretty much go with the fried seafood combos (they offer broiled, but who drives way out here for something healthy?). The meals are served on metal trays, the sort I imagine they may use in prisons, not sure, but they are pretty basic industrial things. My kids love the metal trays. Somehow it makes the food taste better. (I need to get a set for home, they're that cool.) I had fried scallops and fried oysters on my recent visit. Now, I ordered fried clams, but oysters are close enough, right? Anyway, I had never had fried oysters but I thought these were particularly greasy. I probably would send them back if I got them by mistake again. The servers are great. This place is full of southern charm and the view of the lake is awesome. One last note... BRING CASH (or your checkbook), no credit cards here! read more

Lake Bowen Fish Camp - Seafood Near Me - Inman, South Carolina

We have gotten takeout from here two Saturdays in a row. My wife and I feel like it is excellent. Sampler platter with a side order of fried oysters is more than we can finish. I would recommend to anyone looking for fish camp type fried seafood. read more

Told the family there today for Sunday brunch! Maybe the worst Salmon patty I've ever had, Mac and cheese was a 1, mash potatoes 1, nothing was good! Why this place is popular I have no idea! If it's good food you're looking for, look elsewhere! read more

Just ok. Quick to seat but quite awhile to receive food. Flounder was quite fishy. Husband enjoyed perch. I think The Flounder fish camp in Spartanburg is preferable, but the view here is better. Very busy on a Saturday around 3:30. Nothing extraordinary to recommend it. read more