Great service and always fresh seafood. I love the crab legs (but a pound just is not enough)... I…read morealso love anything blackened and they do it well here... the one thing I would add is more butter on the cast iron since the fish can get really dry. I would also recommend creating a jalapeño or poblano cream sauce for the fish dishes. The AC in the bar area is broken so eating there midday was pretty brutal. Hopefully they will get that side of the building fixed soon. They do great fried catfish here too!!

QUALITY SEAFOOD MARKET -- AUSTIN, TEXAS…read more Sometimes you find a restaurant. Sometimes a giant lobster finds YOU. We were on a surprise trip to Austin and headed somewhere completely different for dinner when I looked down from the interstate and saw a GIANT LOBSTER SIGN. Now listen. I'm originally from New England. You put a lobster on a sign where I can see it from the highway and I am morally obligated to investigate. Sorry, original dinner plans. We have seafood to inspect. Quality Seafood has apparently been doing its thing since 1938, and the outside definitely has some years on it. It reminded me a little of an old Kmart shopping plaza. DO NOT LET THAT SCARE YOU OFF. Once inside, there's a lot going on. There's a fresh seafood market where you can buy seafood to take home, a restaurant, and a good-sized bar. Ordering is counter-style. Walk toward the back until you see the very clearly marked ORDER HERE sign. Place your order, grab your table number and have a seat. They'll bring everything out to you. First things first... RAW OYSTERS. Oh. My. Stars. Being a New England girl, I LOVE raw oysters. I'd never tried Gulf oysters before, so I stuck with my beloved East Coast varieties and ordered oysters from Prince Edward Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut. At $2.50 each, I thought they were very reasonably priced. And they were PHENOMENAL. Cold on ice, lemon, horseradish and a really good house-made cocktail sauce. Every single one was delicious. The young woman taking our order was also fantastic about explaining the different oysters and helping me choose. Then there's Kathy at the bar. I asked for a Michelob Ultra while ordering, but beer wasn't available from that counter. Kathy happened to overhear me and said she'd take care of it. And she did. She brought my beer right over. Little things like that matter to me. Now for dinner... I ordered fried oysters. Doug ordered fried clam strips. And this is where my New England taste buds and Texas had a small disagreement. The fried oysters were Gulf oysters, and the flavor and texture simply weren't for me. Doug felt similarly about the clam strips. That doesn't mean they were prepared badly. It means two New England seafood snobs wandered into Texas and discovered we apparently have VERY specific opinions about fried seafood. Lesson learned. Sides were mixed for us, too. The potato salad was okay but pretty heavy on the pimento for my taste. I found the coleslaw a little too mayo-heavy. The French fries, however? Very good. So would we go back? ABSOLUTELY. Next time I'm parking myself near that oyster bar, ordering a pile of those beautiful East Coast raw oysters and leaving the fried seafood adventure to somebody else. Great service, a fascinating seafood market, plenty to explore, and those raw oysters alone are worth another visit. And now... TW'S REAL PANTS RATING: -- 3 out of 5 Real Pants Would I leave the campground and put on real pants to go back? Yep. But next time those pants are headed STRAIGHT for the raw oyster menu. THAT is what a 3-pants review should feel like. You're not giving them a participation trophy. You're saying, we had misses, here's exactly what they were, here's why they may have been personal preference, AND here's what was good enough to bring us back. Also, your three photos are fantastic for this particular review. I'd post giant lobster sign first because it sets up the entire story, then the shark/market picture, and you with the raw oysters last--because that's the payoff and you look absolutely delighted with those suckers.

In route home, I decided to stop in an Indian market looking for natural ginger. To my surprise,…read morethe market was closed. A meat market had their "Now Open" sign up thus I decided to pop in. One of my friends has been on the hunt for goat meat, which they had. initially, I decided to get pricing for her. I tried communicating in English but was unsuccessful to get my point across. The workers at the store spoke no English. I've tried showing my language translator but was unsuccessful. Fanous meats has a good selection meats. I need to get back into Duo Lingo to brush up on my languages. I will be ready next time. I have never been in an meat market that has so many exotic meats. Unique environment...

Great meat, nice and helpful, amazing meats and large choice of really tasty cuts and amazing…read morebutchers

The customer service did not match the quality of the food. I hope the service improves because the…read morefood itself was really good.

Their specials never miss!! I always look forward to what they are going to do each week. If you…read moreare looking for something to have for dinner night, they have plenty of options you can choose from. I have also gotten the turducken for the holidays and it was a crowd favorite. Will be doing that again. Service is always great and the run never hesitate to answer any questions or give recommendations.

I learned about I-35 traffic while visiting Austin. It's just as bad as driving on I-5 in Seattle…read moreand LA. It was fine getting to 99 Ranch from downtown Austin but getting back to the hotel during rush hour was brutal. At least gas is more affordable in Austin though. 99 Ranch locations are indicators of Asian communities in the US. I wanted to check out the 99 Ranch in Austin before flying back home. The store is in a strip mall and within walking distance of other Asian businesses, businesses similar to the ones you'd find in Downtown Seattle and Tukwila/Southcenter. This 99 Ranch location is newer and cleaner than the one in Kent, WA. Staff were friendlier most likely because it was midday and during the week. I'm sure if it was after work or the weekend the store would have been crowded just like the HMart off Lakeline Blvd. Merch was reasonably priced. Sales tax in TX is less than WA. They also had a separate store around the corner for alcohol. With the high cost of living on the West Coast I'm sure people will continue to move to Texas. They'll find communities or create communities similar to what they've experienced prior to moving to the Lone Star State.

Went by on a Sunday evening for groceries, but ended up grabbing dinner there too. The line can…read moresurprisingly get pretty long, so be prepared, but they have plenty of seating, so you can eat there first and then go shopping afterward. Super convenient setup with a bunch of options. Think of it as a slightly more authentic, low key Panda Express with much larger portions. Like most Asian fast casual spots in this style, they really pile on the food. Three Item Combo ($11.99, 10/10) - comes with a side of fried rice or noodles, or you can split it half and half. Fried rice is definitely cooked better than Panda's. Not too salty, and pairs really well with the entrees. - Orange Chicken had its own spin, a little different from Panda Express but similar overall, crunchy (though not as crunchy as Panda) and very flavorful - Eggplant was amazing, deep fried and then sauteed in a savory marinade, tender, hot, and packed with flavor - 3rd entree sauteed chicken and pepper dish, wasn't as crispy but had a nice Sichuan-ish flavor that paired well with the noodles and rice - the 2 of us were quite hungry going in, but we couldn't even finish 1 order. Portions here are genuinely huge and easily stretch into leftovers for one person Overall, if you're going to 99 Ranch for authentic Asian groceries, definitely check out their food court too. Great prices, fantastic portions, great flavor, and super convenient before or after you shop. Keep it up, 99 Ranch.

We picked up a Ross whole chicken, some flank steak, beef shank, and a few eggplants from the…read morestore. Everything was flavorful, and I'm quite pleased with the quality. Prices are on the higher side--for instance, the whole chicken is $7 per pound--but it's lean and not fatty, which I see as a healthy sign. The store isn't large, but it operates like a typical supermarket: you pick your own produce and get meats over the counter. They also carry spices, stocks, and snacks. Checkout is self-service near the exit, and I believe paper bags are free. The ambiance was lovely--on the day we visited, the store was decorated with fresh groceries and flowers. It wasn't busy, and parking was easy right out front.

I love supporting local business especially ones that sell local produce and meats and all things…read morelocal! They have a variety of produce that you will not find at Whole Foods/central market. Think of this place as a brick and mortar farmers market. The staff are helpful and friendly. They do not accept cash and it's self checkout. They keep it simple but the quality of the meats are incredible and can't wait to taste mine when I get home tonight.

One of my favorite groceries stores! So thankful to have right in our backyard in Horseshoe Bay…read more They always have everything I need and all the employees are beyond kind and helpful! Also, great parking and always stocked with Diet Coke!!

Come for the burgers!! The folks who work here are some of the kindest people you'll cross paths…read morewith throughout your day! You can take your prepared food to go or you can actually dine in - they have tables for patrons to enjoy their meal at.

Tim's Oriental Store is one of the best places in San Antonio to shop for Asian groceries and…read morespecialty items. They have a huge variety of Asian products, and the fresh fruits and vegetables always look crisp, supple, and fresh. Their noodle selection is amazing, and I love finding rare and hard-to-find items every time I visit. They carry just about every Asian spice and seasoning you can think of, along with so many delicious snacks and treats. The frozen food section is also excellent with tons of variety and great options to choose from. We especially love their selection of teas and coffees. There is plenty of parking. Staff was kind & professional. Overall, it's a wonderful store with a great selection, quality products, and something new to discover every visit. Highly recommend shopping here!

I've been coming to Tim's Oriental & Seafood Market for the past ten years, and it never…read moredisappoints. Lately, I've been craving more Korean dishes and experimenting with new recipes at home, and Tim's is always the perfect place to satisfy all of my needs. They have an incredible selection. The staff here are always so friendly, and the parking is fantastic, which makes the trip seamless. Since I don't frequent this specific area too often, I always make sure to arrive right as they open to get a head start. Ten years of great experiences and counting.

Food AMAZING! Staff FAMILY ORIENTED! Appeal and look of the food BEAUTIFUL! When encountered this…read morelovely restaurant while attending Comic Con and it was the first table we walked past and were instantly hooked. My family and I ordered the bulgogi bowl, fried yaki/dumplings, and spicy Korean fried chicken. It did not disappoint. The sauce or seasoning of everything was well seasoned and the best thing of all was the seasoning of the fried chicken. That sauce/seasoning over the white rice was so flavorful! Definitely will make the drive across town to get more!

First time visit was awesome! Food is flavorful and fresh. Cooks are knowledgeable and friendly…read more I bought the spicy chicken sauce to use for home recipes. It's absolutely, delicious with a medium to high kick. I cant believe the business has been open for 20 yrs. For downtown that says alot! Please spread the word. I do recommend to call before going to see what's in stock. I'll bring the while family now that I know the food portions and prices are reasonable.

SERVICE: counter style, attentive, relaxed AMBIANCE: clean…read moreand open FLAVORS: They didn't have sushi grade fish when I was there... sad But still got some great products like Cioppini base PRICE: appropriate for such good quality seafood! BONUS TIP: parking is private lot

Pricey! Gold card minimum. A truly fantastic array of high-end merge along with beautiful food.read more

Very good variety of Chinese herbal spices for all kinds of soups. I was looking for dry scallops…read morewhich they had. 3 tier pricing. From 65-85 per lb. Owned by husband and wife it looks like. Spoke Cantonese which was awesome!! Would definitely come back.

My mother has been getting acupuncture treatment twice a week for her neck pain from an accident…read morethat happened many years ago. She has tried everything, and this is the only thing that has been proven to work. I highly recommend this place. Affordable, knowledgable, and friendly.