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3.1 (36 reviews)
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Chinatown Special
Jonathan B.

The food was just okay. I wouldn't say it was the best seafood boil I've had but more on the mediocre side. The seafood deals didn't seem that worth compared to other notable seafood boil places. The service revolved around a more self serve type of restaurant; however, it felt like a struggle to ask for anything from their employees. I'm paying a high price for seafood at the counter, and it's kind of hard to justify tipping before you even get the food or have any real service yet. The ambiance was nice and kept very well. I like how there's a sink near the tables to wash your hands if needed.

Rosé Sangria

Evelyn was great! Great service and attitude. We really appreciate her kindness. It was my mom's birthday and she gave us a great experience.

Anniversary combo with cornbread and side of noodles
Thuy Dan T.

Decor is so beautiful here with the Chinatown vibes! Low Country was running an anniversary special which was a $35 combo with lobster, shrimp, corn, cornbread and potatoes. We added on sausage and noodles and got the special sauce, hottest level of spice. You Order at the counter then take a number and water and utensils/napkins are self-serve. They bring your order to you and the bibs to your table. All the components of the combo were good. The lobster tail a little small but the shrimp was plump and corn had a good crunch. I especially liked the cornbread for the flavor and wasn't dry! The hottest spice level had a really good kick too! Will be back!

Bella D.

Upon walking in we were seated right away and the service is quick and easy. The look of this place is very nice and I love the architecture. Very unique and fits the theme of China Town. Floral and lots of acccents with vibrant colors. Elegant look and has music playing in the background. The way you order is very interesting because you have to go up to a register and order there. They have a lot of good options in their menu (a bit pricey though), but the taste of the food will determine if the price worth it. I also like how you can make your own seafood boil too. But I prefer getting a menu item since you would be spending more money. Food came in very quick, maybe took like 10 minutes. The food was okay. The one I got wasn't too bad, but I will say that it was very salty. I got weak sauce w garlic. Wouldn't recommend. Also, the hot level is very spicy. Atleast for me. My mom and sister got it and I tried it, I couldn't finish all of the noodles I borrowed to try. No seasoning, just full on spice. I did make a pretty good dent in my bag by the end though. I just wish it wasn't so salty and had more seasoning. Even though this is my first seafood boil spot, I wouldn't come here again, neither would I consider it the best. I wouldn't recommend this business. I'd prefer you and myself to adventure more and pass on this place for another if you're craving seafood boil.

Christina T.

I've been hearing and seeing this place from friends & social media. Haven't had a chance to and I'm glad that I finally got to! My friend and I went and they still had their New Year combo special, which was a 4 oz lobster tail, 1 snow crab cluster, 1/2 lb shrimp, 3 pieces of potatoes, 2 pieces of corn, and 2 pieces of cornbread all for $32. What a deal! The flavor hit the spot for me. It was at the perfect spice level for me and the sauce was on point! A lot of seafood boil spots I find the sauce can be salty but this was not the case for me. I can't wait to be back again.

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Liz W.

The food was very good, but nothing set them apart from other boil in bag places that I have been to. The bar was also closed on the day that we went, and we couldn't get the cocktails that we had been looking forward to all day. :( The staff was friendly though, and the music was good.

Seafood boil
Enrique F.

Food was good but preparation and presentation lacks quality for customer service and good management. Looks like every Lowcountry Restaurant does the same type of serving. They serve your hot boil food in plastic bags and this causes the plastic to release its chemicals to the food. I prefer my food not to be contaminated by plastic bleaching at all. This should also be part of food safety service management. And who in the world can eat crab legs with plastic utensils and why would the customer have to ask twice to lower/ change the music. The ambiance is for the customers. Service production of food very low . Flavors good but hopefully learning.

Angela L.

I really enjoyed the seafood boil here!! It was very flavour and good. We ordered at the counter and took a seat while they brought it to us when it's done. The only thing is I wish it was more spicy even tho I got the spiciest option. The garlic noodle was also very good, I'll definitely come visit it again should I end up in Chicago next time!!

Hair in my food
Love B.

Customer service was OK. When I returned about the hair in my food, the guy Matt was nice but I just couldn't get pass why he would ask if I wanted to keep the food after I returned it for hair being in it. Did he really believe I would take that back and eat it?! I suggested they wear hair nets because this was disgusting. I also suggested a manager really should be there AT ALL TIMES!!! But my receipt says I was served by a manager. I was told there was no manager on duty tonight 8/17/2023 between 9:40pm/10:10pm oh and the Cajun, ridiculously hot needs seasoning.

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The crab boil was great, the crab was fresh and the seasoning was right on point. I will be back!

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