Spondivits is still Spondivits... and that's exactly why I keep going back. It may not have quite the same pop-culture buzz it had years ago when Jeezy was rapping about eating at Spondivits four times a week , but if you actually care about good seafood, this place still deserves its flowers. I've been eating here for years, and what I appreciate most is the consistency. We've watched seafood-boil restaurants pop up everywhere, with seafood tossed into bags and completely buried under oil, butter substitutes, salt and seasoning until you can barely taste what you're eating. Spondivits has never needed to do all of that. The seafood actually tastes like seafood. It's fresh, high-quality, properly cooked and seasoned without being overwhelmed. Even their seafood buckets are served with actual garlic butter, which makes such a difference. The restaurant itself emphasizes fresh seafood simply steamed and served with garlic butter, and that straightforward approach is part of why it has lasted. On this visit, I had a seafood bucket with lobster and crab, and it was exactly what I wanted. Fresh, flavorful and cooked properly without being drowned in seasoning. My girlfriend had the fish of the day, which I believe was branzino, prepared blackened with vegetables. Amazing. Perfectly cooked fish, great seasoning and vegetables that actually complemented the meal instead of feeling like an afterthought. Their menu does offer a catch of the day that can be prepared blackened, grilled, fried or broiled with rice and vegetables. I also have to mention some longtime favorites: The cheese bread. The garlic bread. The gumbo. And I recently learned something I wish I had known years ago. Some ingredients in the gumbo can apparently be removed. I don't eat oysters, and one of the gentlemen helping us let me know that oysters could be left out. That immediately made the gumbo a much better option for me. Another reason I keep Spondivits in the rotation is the location and the hours. Whenever I stay at the Renaissance Concourse near the Atlanta airport, this is an easy go-to. And when almost everything else is closed, Spondivits is still serving a full seafood menu late into the night. Their published hours currently run until 4 a.m., including the kitchen. It also travels surprisingly well. I've enjoyed the food dining in and taking it to go. Is it trendy? Not really. Does it need to be? Absolutely not. Spondivits has been doing seafood since 1979, and sometimes the old-school place that has been doing the same thing for decades is exactly where you need to go. Fresh seafood. Real butter. Great late-night option. Good portions. Consistent quality. And I'll take that over seafood swimming in a plastic bag full of seasoned oil any day. Seafood: Freshness: Late-night availability: Atlanta nostalgia: Cheese bread: ALWAYS YES. Spondivits is still one of my go-to seafood spots in Atlanta. read more

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I have been a loyal regular at Spondivits, visiting once or twice a week for the excellent atmosphere and the great service from my usual bartender, Karl. While the seafood is consistently good, my experience last Sunday during the World Cup Finals completely altered my perspective on this establishment. Because the restaurant was busy and Karl was not working, I sat with a new female bartender who provided excellent customer service. However, a mistake occurred when she accidentally brought out a crab bucket instead of my usual shrimp bucket order. She was very polite and immediately took it back to correct it. While I was waiting, a white manager with tattoo name (I believe name Justin) approached me and aggressively stated that he does not typically remove items from tickets. When I politely explained that I did not order the crab bucket and am a frequent guest, he became highly disrespectful, raised his voice, and told me I could leave if I don't like his attitude. Though he eventually changed his attitude and adjusted the bill after I offered to just pay and leave, the experience was entirely ruined. The bartender apologized multiple times, but the unprofessional behavior came entirely from management. Due to this severe lack of respect and poor leadership, I will not be returning to what used to be my favorite local spot. read more

Spondivits - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

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Went to Spondivits and ordered Andy's Special Recipe Oysters and the Lobster and Crab Bucket. The oysters were really good, loaded with cheese and garlic butter without completely overpowering the oysters themselves. The Lobster and Crab Bucket was the standout though. A full pound of snow crab and lobster tails served with garlic butter, and it was messy in the best way possible. Definitely not a clean meal, but completely worth it. Everything tasted fresh and the garlic butter tied it all together really well. The whole place had a casual seafood spot feel to it, and the portions were solid. If you go, just accept that you probably won't be touching your phone until you're done eating. read more

Spondivits - Lobster and crab bucket - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

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My spot for Fresh Seafood and strong drinks!!! Parking is Valet and it's tight. I usually sit around the bar and watch Sports. It's like a Cheers where everyone knows your name!! My go to is Crab Bucket and Steamed Oysters!! Garlic butter is a must please !!! So if you're near the Airport definitely check them out!! read more

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I'm celebrating my birthday weekend and went there again. It has been one of my go to places for the past 30 years and they never miss! The food is always excellent. The service is impeccable and the ambience is exactly what you'd expect. Thank you for being an Atlanta staple and being the cheers in my life! read more

I flew in from DC & tried this place. Every single dish was salty. My friend got sick. The mgr wouldn't allow us go exchange for anything else. $200 wasted. Never again. read more

Spondivits - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

The restaurant is super laid back. The waitress was amazing. Super friendly. The food was amazing. read more

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Solid 3 stars. The shrimp I had was decent. Nothing to write home about. It did come out fast and our waitress and the valet were really nice. But, the place is really small and dated. The price point is off for ambiance but I wasn't paying. Definitely wasn't worth the price of $80 for a fried shrimp dinner, side salad and bowl of clam chowder. Would I return? No read more

Here from Cali and this place was recommended by my cousin. I love shrimp po- boys so I had to pull up. I came in the afternoon and it was crowded with people. The entire vibe was popping. I didn't want to dine in so I placed a to go order. My order was ready in less than 10 minutes. The po-boy was good and came with fries. It was fully dressed but definitely not worth $35.60. read more

Spondivits - Shrimp po-boy with fries - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

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First time there. Party of 7. Ordered food, 4 seafood buckets, 3 plated meals. Severe storm hit - power outage! No buckets...Long story short. After about 45 minutes server said generator didn't kick in... we asked if our drinks-SODAS could be complimentary as a token for our disappointment.... server went to get manager so we could ask...JUSTIN, the manager, said,"NO WE DON'T DO THAT-YOU GOTTA PAY FOR WHAT YOU DRINK..." then quickly turned and walked away...like wow! Then came the check...no electricity...we had to cashapp the server and zelle funds to another and to add insult to injury there was 13% tax added to our bill and when i asked, it was said, "that's what we do/charge!" Remember, we received 3 meals and 4 sodas $196.00 Like whatttt! I digress...we went across the street to Malone's. Had a great time! read more

A friend said, "Let's go to lunch and get out of the house." Sure, why not. We were originally on our way to Hapeville, but she saw this spot on the way and changed her mind. I have lived here 19 years, and I have never been to Spondivits. The long line of people standing outside always made me go elsewhere. There was no line today. Perfect. We were seated in a booth that had open windows to the outside. The place is very rustic, like a hole in the wall. The sever brought us the menus and took our drink orders. They make some really good brewed iced tea. It was sweet and not watered down. We ordered an appetizer of Fried Calamari and raw Oysters. My friend enjoyed her oysters. The Calamari was deep fried, but it had a light batter. In my opinion, it needed a different batter and some seasoning. Next, we had seafood platters and some crab cakes. The platter was in a small plastic tray. It looked like it wasn't a lot of food, but there was quite a bit there. It consisted of shrimp, oysters, and clams, all fried with French fries. Again, the food lacked seasoning, but it was edible. The crab cakes were super tasty and filled with butter. I was not impressed by the food. I really wanted to like it but in my opinion the prices do not compare to the quality of the dishes. The food is expensive. We spent $170 and that did not include alcohol or dessert. Please think about using some seasoning other than salt. Also, the parking is free valet only and located behind the restaurant at the bottom of the hill. read more

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The restaurant is a really tiny spot. More suitable for take out rather than dining in. The service was not great and the food was ok. I would not visit again. The wings....were the smallest wings Ive ever seen. read more

Spondivits - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

Haven't been here in years - at least a decade. Came w a group as someone suggested it. I ordered a fried shrimp basket which came with French fries. The cost was $30 which is excessive for shrimp slightly larger than popcorn and served on plastic baskets. The server was quite friendly. 20% is automatically added for gratuity, but I don't mind that when the service is good, which it was. I do think their prices are too high compared to the quality, size or portions, and ambiance of the restaurant. For reference, a crab bucket is about $85....you can go to somewhere much more high scale and nicer for the same price. It's unfortunate they gouge in this way. Again, good friendly staff which was a plus but this isn't a place on my return list. read more

Not the freshest food, that's an outright lie. I live on MS Gulf Coast, we have the freshest shrimp, fish, oysters and blue crabs in the south. The restaurant owners meet the boats everyday and buy fresh seafood and cook for the public. While they have to go to a sea port truck it in freeze it to cook the next day. Too expensive, we get fresh shrimp off the boats for 2-4 dollars a lb. Oysters off the boat 6-8 dollars a lb. Please! We buy blue crabby by the bushels cheap. Service, I can serve myself once I do a low country crab boil for cheap . The ambiance is OK, but mine is better and sexier. read more

Parking: Valet only (you keep your keys) Price: 8:50-59.95 in the menu I was given on a Monday. Gratuity: Added to the bil 18 or 20%(I cant remember) and max 3 check splits at the table. The Bar at Spondivits is nice to sit at, its lively, you watch the game but the bar stools are too low. They really need to fix that. The drinks are stronger & good. I had the Chowder Kennebunkport Bowl which is topped with melted cheese & bacon it also comes with Garlic bread. Also, on this day it was $21 95. It was extremely salty and I was unable enjoy or finish eating the soup. I explained this to the waitress and she only replied, ' Ill let them know'. Nothing else was said, nor did I ask for a Manager as I would normally do, I just couldnt be bothered on a Monday. My friend had ordered the 1/2 dozen of Andy's Special Recipe Oysters, which she loved she said it was the closest thing to char-grilled Oysters & the side of sauce which ended up being Horseradished based she loved it as well, it had a little kick. The bucket of crab legs she ordered was 1lb you have to pay for a side of old bay and they provide a garlic butter. Also, my friend wanted to add another 1/ dozen Andy's Special Oysters to make it a a dozen and to also pay the price for a full and the told her that was not an option & if she wanted 6 more she would need to pay the 1/2 dozen price. It sounded ridiculous but they made a thing about corporate doesnt like to see charges being voided etc. The server and the host were all very nice and they kept checking on us. We sat by the back door and a fan was there blowing, which made it a little cool so we asked for it to be turned off. The gentleman stepped on the seat that I was sitting on to turn the fan off and proceed to leave without cleaning the seat. I asked for him to clean the seat & he responded 'oh you want Princess treatment', my friend & I had to laugh. Its the ignorance to think thats Princess treatment when he just stepped his dirty shoes on the chair & didn't think it needed to be cleaned off for me to continue sitting in the seat. ‍ I dont frequent Spondivits, I can tell you one thing it will remain that way. I see different menus online with varying price ranges. I wonder if they have menus for certain days or they give ppl different menus based on if they think they have money to spend. I will still continue not to frequent Spondivits as it is a staple in the Hapeville area but the prices are extremely high. The crab bucket was delicious, the oysters were as well, the Chowder soup was salty AF and some of the rules of not accommodating customers are ridiculous. The place could use a little updating, the bathroom was clean and they are unisex, the drinks at the bar are strong. I definitely would recommend Spondivits but be prepared to spend some money. My review is a hard 3 read more

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If you want great food and an even better vibe, check this place out. Cold beer, great oysters and a special clam chowder that will knock your socks off read more

Spondivits - Clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

This place had a really cool vibe and the valets were chill too. My crab legs were really good. Nice size and a good amount of meat. The oysters were a nice size but were a bit on the warm side. I had to stop eating them of fear of getting sick. This could just be preference but I prefer my oysters to be chilled more. Overall, great place and would definitely go back. read more

Spondivits - Crab bucket - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

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We really enjoyed the atmosphere and was able to watch the soccer game while eating. Great food and good service read more

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Soooo good!!! Someone recommended this place for dinner while we were visiting from VA. The seafood was served fresh and hot! The shrimp were so plump and juicy, the oysters were the perfect size and cooked perfectly, the clams were so good! Not too chewy like some places. Our waitress was very nice and patient. We had a hard time selecting from the extensive menu. It was a cool setting! We set on the "patio" which was inside but had open windows which was perfect! I can't wait to visit when I'm in town again. read more

Spondivits - The Ultimate Fried Combo ( fried shrimp, oysters, and clams w/ fries) - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

Food is always good and the ambiance is nice for a casual outing. Sometimes the wait time is 20-30 minutes, especially on weekends.

Great food , Great service from both hostesses, Bartender Andre and waitress Cindy had an upbeat service with a smile. Management know what they are doing providing great atmosphere with great variety of music. Very cozy place and thank you for making our Valentines layover memorable. read more

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This place was so disappointing to me. From the arrival you MUST valet park your car- what if I don't want anyone in my car...(no options there) secondly the prices are wayyy over priced for seafood. The crab legs had no seasoning just garlic butter they were dry. The drink was $20 which is fine but gesh - a small baked potato $14: a very small ranch cup $2 - nothing about this place was worth the money spent $120 later and I was so disappointed the entire meal and the gratuity automatically added. read more

As soon as I left the airport, Spondivits is my favorite place to go to before heading home. I can't just do without the crabs and when I got some home my kids feels so happy for the rest of the day. Amazing place. read more

Spondivits - Food - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

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I'm giving this establishment a one star due to the fact that I was assaulted by the restaurant manager. He was not provoked by anyone but, needs to get rid of. He was irrational and incompetent. If this is the type of management this place has to offer, I'm not interested. Not only that they towed my vehicle. Our server Sydney was awesome and she is better than place. I wish her the best. I even have proof of the incident. read more

Spondivits - Proof of incident - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

Came to this restaurant cause our hotel was next to it. It was a cool little seafood and bar restaurant. We got seating quick and our waitress was nice. I order a margaritas, Cajun shrimp and rice. It was good but expensive and did not know my margaritas would come out to 25 for one drink. Overall, expect to pay high when your here. read more

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I had the fried lobster blt. It was very good. The service was great. The ambiance was cozy. read more

Spondivits - Fried lobster sandwich with fries. Yummy! - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

I am appalled and deeply disappointed by the lack of professionalism and integrity displayed during my visit to Spondivits on the evening of May 7 around 8 PM. I went with friends, looking forward to enjoying a good meal and relaxing atmosphere. Unfortunately, what I experienced was far from acceptable. Our server, a young woman named Erin, took our orders. I specifically asked for a Crown Apple and cranberry--a drink I'm very particular about because Crown Apple is the only alcohol I drink. When Erin repeated the order back, she said "Crown and cranberry," and I immediately corrected her by emphasizing that I requested Crown Apple. Despite that, the drink that arrived was clearly made with regular Crown, not Crown Apple. I took one sip and instantly knew it was wrong. When I brought this to Erin's attention, she followed protocol and notified the manager, Brandon. That's when things took a turn for the worse. Brandon approached the table with a bottle of Crown Apple in hand and insisted that my drink did contain Crown Apple, claiming that there was no regular Crown in the building at all. He even said, "I don't drink--I haven't had a drink in 13 years--but I'm not calling you a liar, you're just mistaken." That statement alone was incredibly condescending. I asked him or the bartender to taste the drink and verify it--he refused. I calmly reiterated that I know the difference, and that the drink was not made with Crown Apple. I left the drink on the edge of the table, disappointed and frustrated. About ten minutes later, the bartender, Amira, approached me with a new drink in hand and a sincere apology. She explained that she had just opened a fresh bottle of Crown Apple, and wanted me to taste it. Sure enough, that was the drink I had originally ordered. This proved everything I had said from the beginning. Brandon was completely wrong--there was clearly regular Crown available behind the bar, and he insisted otherwise. Not only did he argue with a customer, but he also effectively called me dishonest, and refused to take proper steps to verify the situation. Instead of investigating with the staff or simply admitting a possible mistake, he chose to dig his heels in and create unnecessary tension. Even though he eventually returned to apologize, the damage was done. His apology felt hollow and far too late after doubling down and treating me like I didn't know what I was talking about. On the other hand, Erin and Amira handled the situation gracefully. Erin alerted the bartender, and Amira took responsibility and corrected the error--as any good professional should. This experience highlights a bigger issue with the way Spondivits enforces its policies. While I understand and respect that a business can have firm rules, there must be room for accountability. Mistakes happen. But when management is more interested in defending the establishment than listening to the customer or seeking the truth, that's a problem. To Spondivits: do better. You lost my trust and my respect today night. There are too many seafood spots in Atlanta that serve great food without the arrogance and without the rigid, dismissive attitude toward their customers. And to Brandon: learn how to speak to people. Learn how to investigate concerns instead of assuming your guests are wrong. It's called customer service. I paid for my food and my drink--but I couldn't wait to write this review. This experience was unacceptable, and I hope it prompts a serious look at how your management team handles conflict and accountability. read more

The Valet services are amazing! I was met with Tae who was very respectful, and treated my car with care. Request tae and tip him really well! read more

The food is ok, however, the prices are ridiculous for this run down place that is dirty and needs a complete renovation. This is not a nice business location, this place is hidden just outside the ATL airport by area hotels. $19.99 for a bowl of soup is ridiculous. Before you order the waitress warns you that whether you like the food or anything wrong with it you will have to pay for. They imposed an 18% tip on $50 or more. When they total the bill they add the sales tax to the bill which already has the 18% tip. STAY AWAY FROM THIS SH!T HOLE. read more

Waitress was nice and friendly but didn't know what type of breading was on the fried lobster tails. Sat at booths on the outside. No glass windows but not cold. I've been here many times. Clam chowder tonight was salty AF. Gross. Shrimp was good as always. Fried lobster had lots of breading to pull off. Fries salted and cooked. Make the trek here every year or so when we have to be near the airport. Food is never bad except for tonight's chowder. It ain't cheap. I'll be back some time. read more

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Visiting from out of town and the minute I walked into this place I knew I had hit gold. It was perfect! Really comfortable, super chill and definitely not stuffy. I sat at the bar where Packer fan Kent took great care of me. He was friendly, made great conversation, never let my beer go dry and guided me through the menu perfectly. My French Dip sandwich was huge and absolutely delicious. I loved it here and if I ever get back to the Atlanta area I will not miss stopping by for another great meal. Thanks Kent! read more

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The food was excellent. The service was wonderful. I sat at the bar and Angel was my server. She was wonderful. The ambiance was classics seafood house atmosphere. My overall experience was great. read more

Spondivits - Crab cakes - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

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Fun place to get some inland seafood. Spondivits wasn't far from the ATL airport, and so my cousin and I tried this place out during my layover. Vanessa was a capable server. She made sure to give us enough time to lollygag and gave us some advice on what we really wanted. I tried the grilled fish sandwich, and it was cooked fresh. It did not taste dry or overcooked. Plenty of fries on the side. My cousin enjoyed the same sandwich, but ordered the fish blackened. It also look good. We ordered a Cajun Shrimp appetizer. It came with six shrimp and we hot and flavorful. We also enjoyed some clam chowder - which Vanessa subliminally offered before and then we tried them. The restaurant is fairly tight. It seems like it's a shotgun style design. There are booths on the left side, and tables and the bar on the right side. The booth side looks tight, but had plenty of room. The place looks old like the inside of a ship, but the tables were clean, and the service was attendant. Overall the trip to Spondivits was fine. It seems a bit pricey, but If you have nowhere else to go and are in the seafood mood drop by. read more

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We pulled up on Spondivits for an early family dinner after leaving the movies. The food and service was awesome. I started with a Don Julio Margarita which was perfect! My wings were super fresh with just the right amount of crispness and were extra wet just as I requested. My husband and son both opted for crab buckets which they both said were great! One thing is for for sure, Soondivits never disappoints. Don't miss out! read more

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Our flight got canceled and we're from Orange County, CA. Looking for a good local spot to try and this place is just across the street from our hotel. We were greeted by the friendly manager with all smiles Then we met our Server Shareya. Man, she is the best ever! Knows everything in the menu in and out! Explained everything to us since we are first timers gave recommendations but at the end she said i want you to have what you want!!!! Excellent customer service! This place is lucky to have her and noticed that she is very consistent with everyone! Positive energy!!! My daughter said im glad our flight got canceled and landed here. Good food, good people!!!!! THIS PLACE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!! read more

Spondivits - Met the best Server in town!!!!!! - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

On an overnight layover we were on the hunt for food and didn't think we had that many options because it was midnight. Fun fact this place is opened I believe until 2 AM on a Saturday. If this restaurant can come to Port St. Lucie, Florida and open up, I would greatly appreciate it because this place is boring AF. Who doesn't want the option of late night drinking at a bar with one hell of a seafood menu. You can do some serious damage with crab legs here. We stayed at one of the airport hotels and was able to take a 10 minute walk to get here. I was definitely skeptical at first because you never know what you're gonna get at a late night restaurant. We were seated within minutes by the hostess, and the waitress came just as fast. She was great and helpful and gave me recommendations. It was pretty late, so I didn't feel like it would be a good idea to fill up on crab legs. We had a very early morning flight, which would only leave us with four hours of sleep. I stuck with the crab bisque. I have been to so many restaurants in and around Boston trying crab bisque, and this place puts them all to shame. The flavor and texture was fantastic. You have the option of cup or bowl and I recommend getting the bowl. My husband got the chicken sandwich which I had a couple bites of and didn't care for. But honestly, who gets a chicken sandwich at a seafood restaurant. Not gonna lie, this is not the first time he has ordered an inappropriate dish for what the restaurant is known for. He was happy with it so I guess that's all it matters. He travels a lot for work so he will definitely be keeping this place in mine next time he is in Atlanta. The atmosphere at 12 o'clock at night was very lively, and people were doing their own version of a karaoke at the bar . Just a fun and upbeat restaurant, as it should be on Saturday night. Just a heads up . This place is pretty damn expensive. read more

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i got the lobster bucket and it was SOOOO good. the margaritas are doubles! staff was friendly too. music was great. read more

Spondivits - lobster bucket - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

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This place was recommend to me by a close friend. The atmosphere was live with music playing and sports games available for viewing on several hanging TVs. Our waitress was friendly and helpful...with so many tasty sounding options we couldn't decide. Eventually we made our selections and they did not disappoint!!! read more

Spondivits - Menu - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

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I've been to this establishment a few times ans have always had a great experience. The drinks are good and the food is gooder. lol. I prefer sitting at the bar for better and faster service. Not sure if you all are aware but Spondivits has GREAT burgers. I ordered the "Spondivits Custom Blackened Burger" cooked medium well and it was sooooo good!!! read more

Spondivits - Seafood Near Me - East Point, Georgia

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The food and service was great. However, as someone from out of town, I was not aware that a gratuity would be automatically added to the bill. We were a party of only 2 dining. Why would you need to add a gratuity as no extra service was required? "Some Truth in Dining" would have been nice to know about when the server sat us down for a meal. read more