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    Mambo Seafood

    3.6 (241 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Fried tilapia with fried rice
    Sarah W.

    I feel like you can't go wrong with any menu items here. The fried rice, whole tilapia, seafood cocktail are all great. I wasn't crazy about the breading on the fried shrimp but everyone else loved it when we went. The staff is friendly and attentive and the manager stopped by our table a couple times to check on us during a seemingly busy dinner time

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    3 months ago

    Both the service and food were great! The outside patio seating was perfect with the good weather!

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    Mayra B.

    Thank you Bobbie for your comment see you soon!!

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    5 months ago

    Music too loud, but manager and waitress were very kind. The bacon wrapped shrimp was very good

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    7 months ago

    Yeli was super nice great service and very quick with everything ask for her when you come to mambo!

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    1 year ago

    Me encanta la comida exelente y servicio 100% recomendado....las bartender y meseras muy amables ambiente familiar

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    10 months ago

    The food was good as always, perfect drinks, no wait. And it wasn't too hard on our pocket.

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    10 months ago

    Thank you Miranda for excellent customer service. Our food was very good. We had 1 fried fish and shrimp with coleslaw. Fresh and delicious.

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    9 months ago

    Muchas gracias Alejandra y Meitice , excelentes managers. Muy rica la comida Muy buen servicio de las meseras

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    Olivia was really pleasant and had excellent service. Nathaly was a very nice manager checking with customers.

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    1 year ago

    La comida muy buena, solemos frecuentar este lugar pero hoy estuvimos esperando 25 minutos y nadie nos atendió.

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    1 year ago

    Bring back the seafood gumbo. Sorry but that was the main reason we went to mambos. Won't be back now that it's no longer on the menu.

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    1 year ago

    Amazing service from Andrea. The food was amazing! The tres leches dessert was really good. I suggest you order the fried chicken sandwich

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    Mambo S.

    we appreciated your preference we look forward to to take care again.

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    I love mambos not only the food but the miche mix too! It comes in a small bottle or a gallon I believe but so delicious if you love miches

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    First time at this location, and it's my favorite now. Staff and food great! Food came out quickly, and tasted delicious.

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    Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab

    Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    2.6 miGalleria/Uptown
    $$$$
    Fine dining
    Takes reservations

    Truluck's is hands down one of the best seafood spots around. You absolutely can't miss their fresh…read morestone crab claws--they're served chilled with a delicious mustard sauce that's packed with flavor. The cocktails were excellent, and I really appreciated that they also offer well-crafted mocktails. For my entrée, I ordered the miso-glazed sea bass, and it did not disappoint. It was perfectly flaky, rich, and paired beautifully with the crab fried rice. We also shared lobster and vegetables, which were just as impressive. Dessert was a standout--the carrot cake was massive and easily the best I've ever had. The ambiance had a romantic vibe with soft lighting that wasn't too dark, making it perfect for a date night. Our server was amazing--friendly, attentive, and very knowledgeable about the menu. Reservations are definitely recommended. We went on a weeknight, so it wasn't too crowded or loud, but I can see weekends being much busier. I can't wait to come back!

    We went here a few years are but had to write a review non the less... we just celebrated our 5th…read morewedding anniversary and was thinking back on each year so far and had to write this review: I truly can't say enough wonderful things about Truluck's. From start to finish, everything about our evening was exceptional. My husband and I celebrated our second wedding anniversary at the Galleria location, and they made it feel incredibly special. Our table was decorated with beautiful heart-beaded décor, which immediately set a romantic tone for the night. It was such a thoughtful touch. The service was absolutely impeccable -- attentive, polished, and genuinely warm. You can tell the staff takes pride in creating a memorable experience. The food? Outstanding. Every dish was flavorful and perfectly prepared. The Iceberg Wedge Salad was fresh and crisp, and the Baked Alaska was both delicious and beautifully presented. They even surprised us with one to celebrate our anniversary, which made the evening even more meaningful. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 It was truly spectacular from beginning to end -- the perfect place for a special celebration.

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    Balboa Surf Club

    Balboa Surf Club

    4.4(210 reviews)
    3.4 miGalleria/Uptown
    $$$

    Wow this place really blew me away. It's a near perfect spot for a business lunch or dinner (or if…read moreyou're willing to splurge with your own money for a good meal or a hot date). I wasn't sure what to expect based on the name of the restaurant, but essentially their seafood options are spectacular. And it feels like an exclusive club because the decor and service are both very much high class and special. We tried the coconut shrimp as the appetizer and really liked it. It was lightly fried and the shrimp was cooked to perfection - not under and not over. I would highly recommend this one to start. Loved it. If you're looking for a fair-priced meal, they have lots of salad and sandwich options. I tried the salmon poke bowl and it was so delicious. The fish was extremely fresh, and all the flavors blended together really well. It was like a healthy party in my mouth. It was great decision. You wanna splurge a bit and live large like YOLO? You gotta get the crab cake. Now, how good can a crab cake be? Well, if you're paying close to $50 for one crab cake, you better believe it's gonna be freaking awesome. And alas, it was. Best crab cake I've ever had in my life, no joke. And I've tried a lot of crab cakes in my many decades of dining out. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant and will be coming back many times. Enjoy! Quick note on parking - plenty of parking in a huge lot shared by many businesses such as Kenny and Ziggy's. Only annoying part is several sections of the lot are designated for specific businesses, so just look for the signs and be willing to park a little bit further away towards Taco Deli and Bluestone.

    Magnificent! I'm sad that it took me so long to find this restaurant! For starters, everything…read moreabout this restaurant is high end and gorgeous and the attention to detail is impressive. The entrance is beautiful and the staff was very welcoming and friendly. We had a reservation and were seated promptly, but I noticed the restaurant filling quickly around noon so you should definitely make a reservation. Our server was upbeat and knowledgeable and gave us his recommendations which I greatly appreciated. The coconut shrimp batter was tasty and crispy and the shrimp was perfectly fried. I ordered the crab cake based on my yelp research and the servers recommendation. The crab cake was the best one I've ever had. The amount of crab was generous and the seasoning was outstanding. The freshness and quality was very obvious and it was served with crispy fries that was an outstanding pairing. My diagnosis: gorgeous restaurant with outstanding seafood; the crab cake is a must order!

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    Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette - Steamed mussels (from the grilled coastal oyster board)

    Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette

    3.9(1.2k reviews)
    3.7 miHighland Village
    $$$

    I came for the happy hour on a Wednesday and loved the options! Our server was pretty good and I…read moreloved the decor. It was upscale with fun decor and playful design. East coast oysters: 9/10 absolutely love them! The Prince Edward Island ones always have my heart! A little on the smaller side though Gulf coast oysters: 8/10 I'm usually not a gulf coast oyster person but I enjoy how hearty and fresh these ones were. And I also don't usually love the cocktail sauce but this one was rly good a little savory, spicy, and sweet and a healthy amount of lemon juice of course. Deviled eggs: 10/10 these were nice and creamy and had good crunchy texture with the bacon bits and pickles Steak nigiri: 8/10 I would have scored these lower if it weren't for the steak. The steak was cooked and seasoned perfectly but it the rice underneath just felt out of place and unnecessary and not too mention too plentiful. I would love a plate of just the steak and the compote or sauce that was on top. I will definitely be coming back and trying more items on the menu!

    We only sat at the bar and got drinks, but the staff were all very friendly and welcoming…read more My husband really enjoyed his East Coast Oysters and is looking forward to coming back for more. Great deal. My margarita was very unique with charcoal and black lava salt. Overall, pretty good drink. I forgot to snap a picture.

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    Christie's Seafood & Steaks - Shrimp Chowder at Christie's Seafood - Serving Houston Since 1917

    Christie's Seafood & Steaks

    4.0(370 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Stopped by Christie's for lunch and had such a wonderful experience. The food was fantastic, and…read morethe service truly stood out. They graciously accommodated my request for steamed oysters even though it wasn't listed on the menu, which was truly appreciated. I also got to sample the shrimp chowder -- absolutely delicious! Special appreciation to Maria Christie for her outstanding hospitality and warm service. Can't wait to visit again!

    Everything was fine, which was kind of a let down…read more.. We have driven past this place many times and decided to give it a try. Loved the historical nature of the restaurant and thought it might have been associated with a Christie's seafood that was in San Antonio many years ago. It was not... :( Nice place! Cool surroundings and nice tables and decor. We got here early and got a table. Nice people and good service! Food was just OK. Crab dipper appetizer was OK. Crab tasted a little old. Bread and butter were good as were the salads. My son got the Salmon which was pretty good (came with dirty rice that was alright. My wife had the whol Branzino prepared Greek style, and it was good, but not great (maybe a little overdone). Our sons neighbor recommended the "Christie's pride" and that is what I got. It was... interesting. The seafood dressing was kind of odd and a bit pungent. It was, as I said, interesting. Looking back the waiter maybe hinted to not get that, but I came in here to try it. Kind of a let down, but there was a big menu so assuming other dishes are better. The main disappointment is that prices were steep! The 3 dishes we had plus appetizer was $150 (No drinks... no dessert)! Would have been a fair price if we all thought the food was amazing. But at best it was "pretty good" Like I said/ lots going for it but no plans to return...

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    Oyster Bar to watch your favorite game. Book your group at Christie's and enjoy the best seafood of Houston.

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    Bayou City Seafood and Pasta

    Bayou City Seafood and Pasta

    3.7(761 reviews)
    2.8 miHighland Village
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    Locally owned & operated
    Established in 1990

    I would say that boiled crawfish is one of if not my favorite food, and in the past I've tried…read morethese little rascals at several restaurants in town. Having said that, one would say that I'm a Crawfish whisperer In the past I've always waited until they are big enough to even take the time to eat the flesh out of the claws, and that time is NOW, when the NBA playoffs are in full swing... For years I have called Bayou City Seafood around this time to ask what size they are, and this year was no different. I trust them to be honest with me, and they always are. So, if you either love crawfish or if you have always wanted to try them, there's no place in the city that's better. We go at 6:30 and sit at the bar. I order three pounds, which sounds like a lot but the tail has all the meat. Corn and potatoes are extra and the Boudin as an appetizer is fabulous. BTW, one of their craft beers is the perfect pairing. The service is excellent and our waitress at the bar was new, friendly, and very accommodating. I can't imagine a better experience eating great tasting crawfish at a better restaurant than Bayou City. If you go, go now, and look for me at the bar I crawfish!!! Don't forget to 'suck the heads'! It's not the brains you're sucking, it's just the juices from the fat and the crawfish boil.

    Chris our server was wonderful. He seated as promptly and checked on us throughout the meal…read more This place has potential but the execution on the food just varies too widely. For example the crab bisque had an acidic taste to it and it didn't smell right. The crawfish etoufee was good but the roux could have been deeper for a more hearty flavor. My son had the fried oysters and he loved it. My husband ordered the seafood platter and found the crab cakes to be inedible. My mom is a scallop lover and was excited about her entree. The best part of her dish was the sauteed spinach. As for the restaurant itself, it's very clean and the noise level is pleasant.

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