Made a quit stop to see what the fuss was about. We ordered our food ahead of time and it was being played when we arrived. Love that there were so many options and you could see the fish. Service was fast and easy. Very kind staff. The venue was empty but I doubt it stays that way. read more

Great food and awesome customer service. Everything was cooked fresh and was definitely worth the wait.

I made the mistake of not coming here when I was initially craving some good fried fish. It wasn't til I made the trip here that my craving was satisfied! This place has changed so much since the last time I was here. They have streamlined their menu. They have lunch combo specials available from 10-2pm. After that time, you can only order from the main menu. I had the combo with 1 piece of whole whitening which comes with fries , okra , hush puppies and fried green tomatoes. A drink also is included. All of this was $11.99/plus tax. Lots of food! The food is cooked to order. They give you a buzzer. This is totally new from what I last recall. I like the changes they have made. If you want some fresh seafood that's fried to perfection, come here! The staff is really hardworking and friendly. read more

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This is our to go to spot whenever we're in the mood for fresh fish! I think it's been a neighborhood staple for many years however they've been under new management for a while now & the owner is doing great things! He's always friendly and very helpful when we come in he's making the outside a seating area with music & cold beers to come I'm excited about that! They also serve fresh fried fish & shrimp but I usually take mine home & prepare it myself I highly recommend this place for hot fish especially on Fridays as well as fresh fish for the house read more

Food was made to order, therefore it was hot and fresh. Did not disappoint. Service was friendly and the food was reasonably priced. read more

River Fish Market - Whiting combo - Seafood Markets Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

In a word, "nah"... this USED to be my spot. I would come home to Birmingham and this was one of my "must stops". Different owner, different kitchen staff, vastly different results... the magic that this place once had is no more. read more

I'm a Birmingham staple do not deprive yourself of this restaurant. Your loss is somebody else's delicious appetite.

This is the best hole in the wall seafood restaurant!! You can buy fresh fish from here or you can order your food to go or eat in. On this trip we ordered a catfish sandwich, fried green tomatoes, fried shrimp and a catfish plate. The catfish sandwich comes with 2 nice sized pieces and cost a kit $7 dollars. I think it depends on what time of fish you get for the price of the sandwich. I asked the cashier for a menu but she said they were in the middle of revamping it. The catfish plate is $9 and it comes with 2 sides and bread. The fried green tomatoes are to die for!!! They are $3.99 and they come with about 8 (or more I didn't count) slices. They are seasoned to perfection and have the best crunch to it! If you want shrimp I recommend you get the 12 piece because the 6 piece was a small order and my nephew wanted more. If you're you're looking for fresh seafood I highly recommend this place. The parking is not so good, but the food makes up for that! read more

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I was looking for some good old fried seafood for my mom and ran across this place on Yelp. I wasn't familiar with this part of town but decided to give it a try anyway. This is definitely one of those places that you have to seek out. Located close to the train tracks and across from a recycling center and some other types of plants. There is a certain level of quaintness about this place. Walk up to a window, look at the menu taped to the wall and order. The cook actually takes your order and then prepares your food. There's a lunch menu with choices of an 8.99 meal or 11.99 meal. So much food with either choice. I ordered the 6 large shrimp meal, which came with: fries, okra, hush puppies, fried green tomatoes and a drink for 11.99. I was given a buzzer so that I would know when my order was ready. 10 minutes later, the buzzer lit up. The food smelled and looked good. My mom thought the food was good but too heavy on the salt. I would go back and just ask for no salt the next time. read more

The most amazing Southern style fish served fresh and with a smile. Love the freshness and flavor. They will season and grill if you are trying to watch your weight. Love the options! read more

My Granny used to take me here ...man..... they here since added a food window where they cook to order.. I'm glad that they are still in business read more

Ok... I went back. I'm still going to give 4 stars because the sides weren't amazing. I didn't like the slaw at all...& the fries are just fries‍. Y'all! (Its a southern thing)... that fish though?!? SO SO GOOD. If I had taken a picture of the aftermath it would've just been embarrassing. It was seasoned well, and fried to perfection. I went during my lunch hour again but this time ordered when I got there instead of calling ahead. So, I would suggest doing that if you can. I had the whole whiting this time and I probably won't stray away from that next time, but, I'll try another side.. maybe okra? We'll see... read more

River Fish Market - Whole Whiting plate - Seafood Markets Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

One of the oldest restaurants/fish shacks around! Since the 1930s! Great fish very fresh & cooked fresh... I enjoyed the food greatly! read more

Soul Food Sunday is the main event! Meat and 3 and it was bussin' go get some soul food in Birmingham!! Next to the airport. read more

River Fish Market - Soul Food Sunday BBQ chicken, "literally the best squash casserole I've ever had" Mac and cheese, cabbage, collards and cornbread! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

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Dump We're from out of town. We found this place on maps/Yelp. The review sounded ok. Good quality seafood for good prices. We drove up to it after many turns into what looked like a remote filthy location... the only thing/biz there. I immediately turned away is shock. Sorry... not appetizing at all! read more

I'm originally from California and the fish I grew up on was Red Snapper and Perch. River Fish Market is the only place I've seen in my 18 years of living in Alabama that carries it. The fish was off the charts amazing. The staff were sweet as pie. I will become a regular. read more

River Fish Market - Seafood Markets Near Me - Birmingham, Alabama

Came to River Fish Market today for fish that was out of this world!! If you're looking for a piece of the south in your mouth- this is the spot! Had the fried green tomatoes and whiting! Omgsh! I will be back!! read more

Fish shrimp or crab claws fried or grilled on order. Everything Fresh and Yummy!The half pound burger all beef and the philly cheesesteaks are the favorites not to mention the fried green tomatoes. Of course I do have to try those jumbo wings too read more

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This place is usually good, so my mom says. On Wednesday, we stopped by because she wanted some good fried fish. She ordered two pieces of whole, fried whiting. She was very pleased with her order and the fish was fried and seasoned well. We went back on a Friday for the same order. The fish this time, looked like fillets instead of whole pieces, and my mom says it wasn't fresh. In fact, when I picked up a friend in my car later on, he commented on the fishy scent that lingered in the car and noted that cooked fish shouldn't have such a lasting scent. My mom ended up tossing the 2nd order out and vowed not to return. read more

Great place to enjoy fresh fish. My daughter who does not do seafood, tried their fish and absolutely loved it. They have a large selection. The staff is super friendly. Can't wait to go back and try other fish. read more

This place is located in The middle of Birmingham's Scrap Yard/ Railroad District. But the Seafood out of this place tastes like it should be on waterfront property and the fish was caught moments before being served. Very Hot. They offer a special called the Hungry Man special which is 12 strips of Catfish one side and two pieces of light bread at a current price of $7.99. Peak Hours are around noon. Best To Call ahead if ordering Lunch. Ample Parking spaces and a dining area on the inside and outside. read more

Called my order in and still had to wait about 45 min before I got my food but I must say the wait was somewhat worth it

This is an off the beaten path fish market/takeout restaurant where you can go to get a good, fresh fish sandwich for lunch. I enjoyed a croaker fish sandwich on my visit served with cole slaw and fried okra. This is the only place I know of that serves croaker and it reminds me of my childhood and my Grandmother eating fish with bones--almost a lost art nowadays among young people. Lunchtime is usually busy close to the weekend and the parking is gravel and right across the train tracks but if you have a taste for a hot, old-fashioned fish plate seasoned to perfection this is a good spot to get it. read more

River fish market is the only place I have been able to find a good variety in whole fish. This is the only restaurant I have been able to find real stripe bass whole. My daughter loves the chicken fingers and shrimp, but the snapper sandwiches are definitely my favorite. The staff is friendly and helpful. Every time I come to this restaurant I feel as though I have discovered a local secret. read more