I really love the atmosphere here! The way that the dining is set up. You don't hear a lot of noise, even though there are a lot of people. We were seated right away, we chose the chef's table because we had already eaten dinner at home, but just wanted to go out for a stroll around the pearl and grab some dessert. We ordered the lemon blueberry Panna cotta and not only is it delicious but it's also beautiful! It looks like a work of art. I ordered one of their craft beers and we got some french fries on the side just to offset the sweet. Definitely a great dessert if you are not wanting something too sweet or two filling. It has been over 10 years since I have been here to eat, but being there reminded me how much I loved the last meal I had here so I am eager to go back for lunch or dinner! read more

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One of the best restaurants I went to in San Antonio. The food was perfect. The deviled eggs were very good with a bit of spice. Definitely a surprise as an appetizer but good. We also had the snapper throats and loved them. The aioli was a great sauce with them. I had the gulf catch of the day, which was grouper, and it was so good. Great seasoning, perfectly flaky and moist, a nice crust on the outside. With that we had some jalapeno corn bread which was also delicious. Not too dry at all. I was hoping for it to be spicy but it was not. For dessert, I gad panna cotta and it was a great ending. Not too sweet, but the berries made up for that. The lavender meringue bites had a great crunch. Our server (Maya) was excellent. She was so friendly and helpful. Finally, the decor is unmatched anywhere. It used to be a brewery and they kept the old pipes and valves, which look very cool. It has a great vibe. I highly recommend. Without the need to, I'll mention anyway that it's not cheap. But it's worth it. read more

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Cool, old brewery turned restaurant- good vibe. Our server, Issa was very pleasant & so hospitable. Very interesting entrees, so only go if you're prepared to venture into some things u might not normally eat (different fishes, alligator, boar, fried bologna, etc) at least for us soft Californians! Really enjoyed the grilled oysters and the pork chop was amazing; maybe slightly overcooked but it was brined and so flavorful- nice & smokey; enough for 2. Pass on the summer squash- would be tasty if squash was shredded (like spaghetti) but cubed, the texture was off-setting. Drinks are fun - had the "madame" -yum. Fun spot - definitely would return. read more

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This place was such a fun find and we had the good fortune of picking a nice Friday night after the rush. The quarter spicy chicken, both white and dark meat was "wow"! At the recommendation of our server we had the Texas twinkies for apps, and immediately could see, and eventually taste, why they're a favorite! Our server had plenty of recommendations and I only wish we had tried some oysters at the oyster bar during the happy hour ($1.50 ea). Just another reason to come back! Excellent service from the time we walked in and Andy, manager, came around and I had just said that I didn't think that was common practice any longer. If you're in the area, Southerleigh will not disappoint. The cucumber smash was even excellent! read more

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Excellent food in the terminal right beside or near Gate 9 at San Antonio Airport. The Servce was prompt and friendly and the food and drink were also prompt and good. Great grab right before a flight! I note that my server this morning was a lady named Yolanda and she was perfect! Great service - friendly and with a wonderful demeanor and attitude - very welcoming and very much attentive. She is the standard for all servers! read more

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This was my husbands choice for Father's Day and we celebrated on Saturday - ended up being a great choice! Always love the cool interior and service was fast and friendly throughout! We enjoyed some of their IPAs and began with grilled oysters which were delicious with quite the kick and their chilled cucumbers which were nice but would have been better if they were cut into smaller pieces as each piece was an entire spiral from the length of a cucumber - but they were still delicious! I got the snapper throats which is my absolute standout dish off their menu, my husband had the pork and my kids enjoyed the calamari and their pressure cooked chicken with biscuits - with their delicious house salad as a side as one is more than enough for 4! Perfect spot for Father's Day! read more

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We randomly walked into this place while exploring the gorgeous pearl district. We originally stopped in for a beer to escape the heat and realized we were in a Michelin rated restaurant. Something that stood out to me was the lovely smell, it was nostalgic and memorable. The atmosphere was cozy, industrial, and upscale. I admired the marble and wood tables and all attention to detail. We loved it so much we came back the next day for lunch. It was the brunch menu on Saturday. My boyfriend said it was the best friend chicken sandwich he's ever had. I got the shrimp and grits and the flavors were outstanding. The service was great, we had no wait for a seat either time during the day. We told them we had to get to the airport and they were accommodating to providing quick service as well. read more

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We had high hopes for this restaurant. Service and atmosphere: The restaurant is located in a beautiful Pearl district and looks very elegant both outside and inside. Clean, organised and modern. Service was what ruined the experience for us. Unfortunately, our waiter wasn't attentive at all. We couldn't order additional drinks or food items because the waiter didn't come back to our table. We had to ask another waiter for a check. At the end our waiter apologised but the atmosphere was ruined. Food and drinks: Food we ordered was good except for a chicken breast which was dry. The collard greens were very well seasoned and tasted great. Gumbo was served on a hot plate, however, the food temperature was on a cooler side. Good flavour and addition of alligator meat was a surprise. Tuna tartare was pretty good. The chicharrón overpowered the overall taste in our options. The drink menu is excellent. Pricing: $$/$ - not overpriced for two year straight Michelin Bib Gourmand recognised restaurant. read more

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Had such a nice dinner here. The pearl area is so cute, there's lots of people spending time on the lawn, the architecture is nice, etc. we were able to make a reservation for 5 people on the same day on a Tuesday, during a recent large conference in San Antonio many people were in town for. We walked thru the entire restaurant looking for the host stand (missed the main door) and it's so cool and historic inside, they have a long history there and are now Michelin rated. We sat outside, the little seating area is shaded. We started with drinks, i had the frozen pearlita which was so refreshing during the hot sticky weather. We also tried the seafood platter which was awesome. I had the snapper throat and crab Mac and cheese as my meal, it was so much food and so good. Such a bomb meal, had no room for dessert but would def come back read more

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Had the opportunity to have a meal in their Silo seating area. Awesome ambiance and very cool to sit in such a historic space. Family-style meal for our event, but this only made the interaction that much better. Their famous fried chicken was fab (probably that pickle brine) and the tenderloin melted in my mouth. Leave room for the bread pudding or take it to go. Finally, and most importantly to me, their beer offering is top notch. Their in house brews were delicious and paired well with the meal. Emily was a fantastic server and knowledgeable about the food, drinks, the restaurant, and the historic area of the Pearl. She made the meal even more enjoyable than it already was. read more

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We had a fantastic birthday lunch at Southerleigh Fine Food & Brewery. This ended up being the perfect final stop on my San Antonio birthday restaurant tour. Everything came out quickly, the service was smooth, and the whole menu felt approachable. I enjoyed the crawfish roll, which is a really nice alternative to the crab roll. Almost every time I see crawfish that's been peeled be someone else on a menu, I get pretty excited. Anyway, it served with the made-in-house hot sauce mixed with the drawn butter. Yummy. The fries were especially good, and dessert really surprised us. The carrot cake is very mild on the spice side, which actually let the textures shine, especially the brittle on top. It was incredibly light, crunchy, and honestly the best part of the dessert. We also appreciated how efficient everything was. We had a relaxed lunch, never felt rushed, and still managed to be in and out within about an hour and a half. Overall, a great experience and a great choice to eat here based on the efficiency and menu options for the pickier people in our group, read more

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The restaurant is really cool. We went for brunch and I cannot rave enough about the biscuits! To be a good southern restaurant you need good biscuits and they definitely hit the nail on the head here. The food was delicious and the service was quick and friendly, highly recommend if in the San Antonio area. read more

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I really like the atmosphere here. Laid back and chill. There's an oyster bar as well as a drink bar with a good bit of seating. Looks like the perfect place for a happy hour. I love the vibe. The food was huge portions. We ordered off the restaurant week menu. The portions were so large we could have order one meal for two. The fried chicken was ok...the breast was over cooked. Many restaurants have a hard time getting fried chicken right. Typically why I cook my own fried chicken at home and never do restaurant fried chicken but I went against the grain. The dark meat was ok but again the white meat was a no. Now the beer battered red fish was it. First of all ......I have never thought about beer battering red fish (lol I will now) and I have never seen no restaurant with this. I usually beer batter cod. I'm a fish lover and I loved their fish. And the portion OMG... this was the first place that did their fried pickles RIGHT. Not too salty with Cajun seasoning and crispy and not greasy. Yummy. Not sure about the biscuit but I like the outside top layer. I make my own biscuits and this was more of a can flaky layered fried biscuit. Overall I enjoyed my food except for the white meat chicken ( y'all adjust that cooking time for that white meat and don't poke that chicken) . The staff was friendly and service was great. read more

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Shout out to our sever jake for making our first time great! We loved the atmosphere, hospitality and of course the delicious food! yummy fish! had the special that was recommended to me. and the fried chicken with biscuits was amazing. for a cocktail i recommend the pear77! spiced pear and gin, elder flower, honey, just YUM! thank you southerleigh, we will be back! read more

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We had a great experience. Went during restaurant week so the restaurant wasn't too crowded and the options were great for the price. The carrot cake was my favorite course by far! read more

Fried chicken with cute little biscuits was exemplary! The Shrimp Remoulade starter with poached gulf shrimp, celery root remoulade, and little gem lettuce was tasty, along with the friend saltines, fun. The creamed corn with neufchâtel was good, but the summer squash side was too dry. Ended on a high note with lemon & blueberry panna cotta with blueberry compote, lavender, honey. Friendly and efficient service, great, historic dining room. read more

Walked in on Sunday for brunch and got really lucky with seating at the chefs table. I'm visiting from out of state so I was incredibly surprised by the variety on the menu and how flavorful everything seemed. The service was amazing- the ambience of this place is really cool. I love the way it's designed and just the vibe wasn't too loud or too quiet and it still felt personable, even though the place was quite packed. For the food, I wanted to order something that I couldn't usually find at other places, so we did the seafood Benedict (THIS WAS SO GOOD! the egg was made perfectly with the seafood mashup.. I would go back & get this every weekend if I could) I didn't get a photo of this because it was gone in .5 seconds We also ordered Bourbon butter chicken biscuit (the hot honey on here was a great touch), the 3 sister oysters and a side salad. Everything was AMAZING. I will definitely be coming back my next time visiting San Antonio. ** also a little side note.. their menu is constantly changing so what we ordered might not be available next time read more

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Really nice ambiance and vibe, perfect for date night or birthday celebrations. Service was great and very accommodating of food allergies. What I ordered: Pork & Calabacita (33): smoked pork chop, stewed tomato, mole pipián read more

We were really looking forward to our meal here, but unfortunately were pretty disappointed. First off it was full inside so we were seated outside (which was fairly busy as well), but they put us at the first table just outside the door. They had a cute patio with soft lighting and heaters (which granted, they hadn't turned on yet) and I was hoping they would seat us there, but instead our spot was far away and felt a little isolated. I was tempted to ask to move, but didn't want to start a fuss. It got so cold so fast, those heaters would have been nice! Food-wise we ordered the deviled eggs, I got the fried red snapper throats, and my bf and his friend each got the crab Mac and cheese. I really like fish, but something about the fried nature made me feel a little sick. I wouldn't order it again, but maybe somebody else would like it! I was surprised at how big it was, the pictures don't do it justice. My bf and I agreed the deviled eggs were just okay, and while he said the Mac and cheese was alright as well, I thought it was pretty good. We walked out with lots of leftovers, and the Mac and cheese was a great midnight snack we enjoyed later lol! read more

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Let me preface with...it's New Years Eve, we know The Pearl is going to poppin off and I can imagine the team here was preparing for a crazy evening shift. We came at around 4pm and they only had one bartender working, but again this makes sense if you remember the context of NYE, the other bartenders are probably coming in later! I only mention this because it took a very long time for our drink order to come out which led our server to take our order after about 20 minutes of us being sat. And after that we hardly saw our server, again I'm not really pressed about the service because I know these guys are going to be slammed in the evening. We had the cornbread which was not very moist, we tried to spread the butter on the cornbread but the cornbread was breaking apart so much that it turned to crumbs. We had to use our fork and kind of mash things back together to take a bite. For entrees my husband had the chicken which he said was amazing! He kept saying "wow" as he bit into his food. The biscuits that came with it were also really good (he let me have one). I had the risotto which was pretty good but the skin on the squash was a bit unpleasant. We'd like to come again on a normal day and we'll order different things to see if our minds change about our overall "it was okay." experience. read more

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I was walking in the Pearl area with my boyfriend when I saw the Michelin sign on the building. I told him we have to go in! After checking out the menu we decided we would get lunch even though I wasn't that hungry. I was not going to pass up a chance to eat at a Bib Gourmand Restaurant that I'd stumbled upon. Service was impeccable, our waitress was super friendly and gave us recommendations. I got the carrot ginger soup and the deviled eggs, both were absolutely amazing. My boyfriend got the chicken sandwich. I tried a few bites of the crust and it was addicting. Prices were really reasonable for the quality of the food. Their cocktail menu was fun too. I got the Botanica which was delicious. The interior of the restaurant itself was so well done. The renovations that they had done in the historic building where beautiful. A waitress gave us a bit of the history of the building in the hotel next door and encouraged us to walk around which we did. I would love to eat here again, so that means I might have to come back to San Antonio. read more

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Came here for drinks and dinner while visiting SA on a work trip. The atmosphere and decor is beautiful and historic. It's inside of a very old brewery. The Hotel Emma next door has a very similar vibe and the decor is just stunning. We had made a reservation and were seated immediately upon arrival. Our table had biscuits and deviled eggs as an appetizer which were both fabulous. The bacon jam on the eggs was so flavorful. I had the pressure fried chicken for my entree and it did not disappoint. It is probably the best fried chicken I've ever had. The sides are served family style; we had crab Mac n cheese, the carrots (SO UNDERRATED) and the whipped mash potatoes. I'm still thinking about this meal 3 days later. I will be back next time I'm in town! read more

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We are from Houston area and only visiting SA for Memorial weekend. My husband and I had dinner at this restaurant last night. I found it through a Google search and was excited to try it since it's a Michelin Bib Gourmand. We enjoy dining at Michelin restaurants both locally and internationally. The ambiance is very nice. It's a repurposed old building with a brewery inside and an open kitchen. I really enjoyed the "Mom Jeans" cocktail, and my husband enjoyed his beer. For appetizers, my husband ordered the deviled eggs, which were delicious, and I ordered the cucumber salad with gochujang. The salad was refreshing but quite difficult to eat because of the long pieces of cucumber. For our entrées, I ordered the Gulf catch with amberjack served over jambalaya rice. My husband ordered the half fried chicken and biscuits. The presentation was good, but the fish was a tad salty, and the shrimp in the jambalaya still had the digestive tract. The chicken was well seasoned, but my husband had to pull out five feathers from the cooked pieces. Lastly, we were seated in a booth where an old pipe was leaking onto my husband's hair and shirt. We only ate half of our orders because the portions were huge. We didn't try any desserts. The prices were decent. This place has the potential to earn at least one Michelin star if they improve quality control in the kitchen (especially checking for feathers and deveining shrimp). A cleanup of the open kitchen would also help, I noticed plastic storage containers touching the ceiling. That said, we are still grateful for the service and the staff, who kindly accommodated us as walk-ins with a sleeping toddler in a stroller. read more

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If you're not from the area really verify the location of the restaurant. We walked in literal circles as we were visiting but it was worth it for sure. We started off with the oysters which were yummy and fresh. Although there was no vinegar as an option there was fresh horseradish. The service was kind, humble and so welcoming. Our waiter gave us a few options as must and we went with the pressure fried chicken. We did not leave a single piece of skin and meat on the bones by the time we were done. The chicken has to be the most juiciest chicken I have ever had. Homemade or at a restaurant. The pressure frying really does do some magic. The biscuit was small but mighty. Soft, buttery and crisp at the same time. They were the right pair for the juicy chicken. There is sauce that accompanies this but honestly the chicken should be enjoyed as is. I get why Southerleigh has gotten the recognition it has and happy I got to experience it. I look forward to the next time we are in the area and stop by. I suggest you stop on by and take the time to enjoy every bite. read more

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Our waiter was so wonderful! Very attentive and friendly. I enjoyed the lighting, it wasn't too dark at all. Everything was perfect. The food was great. We had some cocktails, snapper throat, oysters, the famous fried chicken & THE BISCUITS WERE SO GOOD. We also had the steak, asparagus, and confit fingerling potatoes. We finished off with the brown butter carrot cake which is AMAZING and I wish I ordered more to go We love coming here! Make sure you make a reservation though. This place is packed. read more

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We stopped in for a quick drink while enjoying the surrounding festivities of people watching and socializing with family and friends. They have a nice little outdoor bar set-up with fast and friendly service. The dine-in option had a nice variety of table to couch seating options. The food menu looked delicious and is on our radar for our next visit. A fun ambiance all around. Enjoy! read more

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What a neat surprise! I came in here because it was lunchtime and raining so when I saw that there was a crowd, I figured I couldn't go wrong. As soon as I walked in, I was able to get a table and my server, whose name I cannot remember, was great. I inquired about their beers and he let me taste two of them before deciding to go with the Oystercore (trust me it tastes better than it sounds lol). I asked what the most popular dish was and he mentioned the Southerleigh's Famous Fried Chicken which is not something I would normally go for, but decided to try and let me tell you, it was delicious! It comes with Homemade Biscuits and Jalapeño Aioli. The restaurant is located on the ground floor in the historic Pearl brewhouse which gives it a nice vibe. Their bar is also pretty cool. I will definitely be back! read more

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I love hotel Emma, and have heard good things about Southerleigh- so I wanted to try it. I came one day for brunch after getting a facial at the Pearl. I got coffee, the traditional breakfast and French toast. The French toast was my favorite- the service was very slow considering how dead the restaurant was- however, the server we had was training someone. We also sat where the glass windows over looked the water outside - very nice! read more

Enjoyed this place for brunch on New Years Day! They have a good menu and nice atmosphere. Located inside of Hotel Emma and has a nice bar as well if dining alone or in a group of two. They did a really great job restoring this space. We called in advance to make a reservation and were seated when we arrived. Good, friendly service from our waiter. Brunch food was amazing - especially the cinnamon roll which is a great appetizer/share plate. Will try this again during lunch or dinner! read more

Made a reservation for me and my friends here for 10:15 AM on Saturday morning. We ended up walking in around 10 and they let us get seated right away. Our server was so nice and attentive. We ordered the cornbread, the fried green tomatoes, and the cinnamon roll as appetizers. All three were phenomenal! My friend also let me try her espresso martini which was yummy. I ended up ordering the 3 eggs any way plate with sausage and I added toast on the side. It was delish. We will definitely be back. read more

Went here during a trip to San Antonio. I dined solo and I had a great time speaking with the bartenders, who gave excellent food recommendations! I had the pork/squash dish, the stuffed blue crab appetizer, and the butternut squash "gateau" (cake). All of these items were things that I would never have chosen originally but the bartenders were so convincing! The pork was an especially memorable mix of spice and flavor - smoky, savory, spicy and tender. The gâteau was such a wonderful surprise and I would definitely get it again. And of course the beers were great as well. A bonus is that it is in the Pearl District which is a great place to walk around and people watch and go to the nearby market for upscale groceries. read more

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I questioned the waitress about what was in the salad. She said it was spinach, cornbread croutons, and a white wine vinaigrette dressing with the protein being a bolognese meat. The flavor was mild, and the greens were definitely not spinach but more of a green leaf lettuce. The protein was fried and tastes like bologna/ spam. Bot what i was expecting to say the least. Too much stale cornbread, wrong type of greens. read more

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Located in the historic pearl, Southerleigh is a fine establishment to come across. I've been here on two occasions. The staff is generally friendly. This time I went for happy hour after hearing a great review. We sat at the bar and got some ginger ales and ordered the famous $1 fried chicken wings. The wait ~20 mins felt long but trust me it was worth it. The chicken was very fresh and well seasoned. They are beyond worth the price. Just look at how big they are. I haven't yet gone for dinner but the vibe of this place is worth considering an encore. Side note: I included a photo of the happy hour menu. When you google southerleigh happy hour, a different location comes up and offered different timing and items. I searched for the happy hour menu on the correct location and did not see a happy hour menu anywhere. read more

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We were excited to check out The Pearl when exploring San Antonio. Reservation on Open Table ftw! We were a little disappointed by the "farmers market " area. But we were thrilled to come into this cool, dimly lit restaurant for brunch on a sweltering San Antonio Sunday. The service was good. The ambiance was probably the part that left the best impression. Food was tasty but not memorable. Similar dishes that you'd find at many other local restaurants. It was a good meal though and especially if you're looking for a spot you can make a reservation and feel cared for- this is a great option. 4 Stars read more

Cute restaurant with great service. Was disappointed with the brunch offerings. I wasn't looking forward to the southern cuisine, but it wasn't what I was expecting. Maybe I'll try dinner. read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed my lunch. I split a burger and fried potatoes with my friend. It was an amazing burger that was cooked perfectly. The potatoes were delicious as well. Hot and crisp. One of the best burgers I've ever had. And of course, the ambience was gorgeous. Service was quick and friendly my location as well. read more

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Charming ambiance, fantastic service, food was solid. The exception was the fish heads for me, it was interesting enough for me to try it but not worth it in flavor or energy required to figure out what was edible and fig it out tiny piece by tiny piece. read more

Outdoor seating was nice on a good weather day. Lots and lots of unattended children. The beer battered shrimp was good. The pressured cooked fried chicken was crispy but overly salty. Food was dropped off, never saw the waiter again until it was time for the check. I walked to the bar myself to get a diet Pepsi refill. I needed extra pickles and ketchup and didn't have the chance to ask. Service was definitely inattentive. read more

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From start to finish this was a fantastic visit. Service was fantastic. They were so busy inside and out (we sat on the patio) and it was as if we were the only guests. I say this because our service was efficient, friendly, and spot on. The food was so good from the apps like the deviled eggs and pretzels to our entrees. It's clear why they are Michelin-recognized! They've quite a selection of pours as well. The architecture and interior design are phenomenal. I love The Pearl area and can't wait to visit again. Southerleigh is an absolute treat! read more

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Great service! Great beer and wine! Tried the snapper throat app, it's famous, and was delicious. The gumbo app was good too. The hanger steak tenderloin was a bit tough but great taste. The desserts were yummy. Love the ambiance. Would return. read more

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