Sam&#x27;s Southern Eatery

We went for supper and it was very busy. Despite this, we were seated quickly. Our server was…read morevery nice and checked on us frequently for refills. I ordered a boudin ball (amazing!) and a fish platter with both blackened and fried seafood. It was all amazingly delicious. The portions were large, and the interior is lively. A few notes that I wrote down for myself: I don't get the Mexican butter. It's tasty, but beyond the butter flavor I can't really tell you what makes it "Mexican." It's also quite loud in the place, which can make it hard to chat with your company. None of this is a negative though. I love coming here when I'm in town.

Walked in on the 4th of July and was greeted and seated immediately. Of course, it was 3:00 …read more Service was quick and friendly. Drinks were out in just a few minutes and were delicious (& strong). Entrees arrived quickly and were hit, fresh & tasty. Fried shrimp & fish for me. My wife had the shrimp brochette. Plates looked and tasted great.

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Shrimp poboy

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Seaside Seafood

4.1(30 reviews)

3.9 mi

Prices were very reasonable just everything tasted very heavy from the cooking oil overall a three…read morestar restaurant

This is a very cute clean restaurant. Service was fast, but the food was average and a bit over…read morecooked. If you are looking for atmosphere, this is the place for you!

BBQ Crab

Jumbo Popcorn Shrimp with fried rice.

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Touch of Cajun Cafe

3.9(36 reviews)

6.0 mi

Had dinner here with my daughter and a friend. Food was delicious and very generous portions…read more Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Ordered shrimp poboy after asking waiter what kind shrimp ( if it was popcorn) apparently he…read moredidn't know what was. He said yes well maybe he might want to google it. We were disappointed with our lunch choice today! Won't go back for lunch what up with Touch of Cajun the owner should know better

The waiter told me it was so busy so they wouldn't make me half and half sandwich of shrimp and crawfish.

Bbq crab

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Cabana Mariscos

5.0(2 reviews)

0.6 mi

The food was amazing and they serve great portions sizes. I had the Sopes and the salsas were…read moredelicious, but spicy! Service is friendly and they play nice soft Mexican music here as well as bachata. They also have televisions so you don't miss your favorite Novellas (soap operas). They get their food fresh in multiple times a week because some days they may not have crawfish or they run out (today) but they will make up for it in a double portion of the other seafood if you ask. In the photo you see Sopes (without meat), Ceviche, and Cabana King's Plate

Food was delicious and service was great! Fresh, bright and fun atmosphere. I wasn't sure about it…read morewith only a few reviews, but definitely an undiscovered gem! I highly recommend!

Seafood broil

Sopes without meat

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The King Crawfish Shack

3.5(8 reviews)

0.6 mi

Service nice Atmosphere nice…read moreMichelada very good Chips and salsa good Ordered crawfish. Requested no seasoning to be sprinkled on the crawfish. Waitress came back with another lady. Baffled! Asking if I was sure. I said yes just boil it in the seasoned water. She said ma"am the crawfish will have no salt flavor unless they coat cooked crawfish in the seasoning. We cancelled crawfish. Oysters on half shell were not fresh. Ate one spit out. Can't review Mexican food but did look good! Worst $42 spent

Delicious empanadas! I can't wait to visit this place again, will drive there from Houston just to…read moretaste those shrimp empanadas again

Delicious cheese cake

Having three giant empanadas for lunch. Pulpo (octopus,) camarones (shrimp,) and queso (cheese.) They were served piping hot!

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J&J Wings & Seafood

3.8(39 reviews)

2.2 mi

We love J&J wings & seafood it's always fresh and delicious they make their food one order at a…read moretime and never a head it's the best

Good customer service...fresh food..very clean on the inside...food was assume ngl lol..will make…read moreanother trip back

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Marie's Seafood

2.9(10 reviews)

0.1 mi

Brought a dozen of medium blue crabs for $16.. but only 4 good crabs :( the price was good but…read morequality was bad.. not trusting the guy to pick my crabs.

They are the only place I purchase seafood in Port Arthur. The only problem I have experienced is…read morethey don't open when they say they will. Also they never answer their phone if you call to ask if you want to ask a question.

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Gulf Coast Seafood

4.5(30 reviews)

4.3 mi

The salt & pepper shrimp were amazing as always. I can never visit Port Arthur and not stop at Gulf…read moreCoast Seafood.

Y'all this is a hidden gem. I had ordered the 6 shrimp with fried rice and duck sauce. Literally…read morethe crunchiest and freshest meal i've had in awhile. This is my new go to spot when i'm in town. Prices are reasonable as well :)

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Baytown Seafood

3.1(35 reviews)

2.5 mi

Everytime I come into town I gotta hit this spot. Their…read morecalamari and fried rice is delicious and my fav.

Food is always great. Went through drive-thru. Was told order was $23.80, gave $24. Then gave $2…read moremore back order was only $20.55. Still incorrect change. Owe $1.25 back. Oh well. Good was delicious.

5 lbs Boiled Crawfish

Crawfish.

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Crawfish with ketchup mayonnaise, and a slice of lemon.

Bruce's Seafood Deli

4.2(75 reviews)

3.3 mi

The wings and fried fish are amazing!! Love this place…read more All of their food is delicious

Had this popcorn shrimp platter for just 13.00 flat was super cheap and feel you up and yummyread more

Had popcorn shrimp platter with fry's, for 13.00 total was yummy

Some taxidermist had fun with these bugs

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The fried oyster is very juicy and fresh! :)

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Lone S.

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3

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2 years ago

I had the shrimp and fish combo. A pleasant surprise this was! Battered shrimp, not breaded, and good size at that. Fish had a good taste too! What lacks in atmosphere, they made up with the taste and price. If you travel here for a day trip like I did, this is worth it. read more

Leah Y.

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1

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2 years ago

Hands down the best! Great service, and food is always on point! They have something for everyone in the family. Definitely recommend! Also the restaurant is very clean! read more

Joey C.

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1

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4 years ago

The Philly Cheesesteak sandwich was amazing and french fries were seasoned perfectly. Nice atmosphere here and Friendly service.

Jessica B.

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1

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2 years ago

Food was amazing, dessert was great, and Jay was above and beyond in his service. Definitely recommen!

Carlos E.

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26

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3 years ago

Absolutely the worst!!! F ! this place! Never coming back. Hope it closes down!!!!!!!!

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