We love this place - it is the best seafood place in Bham - the steamed crab claws are amazing !…read moreThe oysters are freshly flown in . I have not tried any other location in years - bc this place is always such a treat . I have tried some of the newer $$$$ seafood restaurants( bc my son wanted to go ) but I have always left disappointed. The fish market gets your food out hot & they do have great service , (this is why they're still in business.) I've been eating here at least 30 years - I like the casual ambiance & the oysters are to die for . In my humble opinion, this is the only place to get reliably great seafood ( & it has reasonable prices)

We must eaten there on a bad night all around because our review doesn't reflect what everyone else…read moreseemed to experience! We were seated promptly handed menus and about 30 seconds later approached by the waitress for drink orders. We asked for a drink menu as there was nothing to advertise what drinks they were serving. She returned with 1 drink menu for all 3 of us and stood there waiting until we decided. We asked for some time so she left and returned about 2 mins later. We ordered drinks and she returned 2 mins later to take our food order. We ordered appetizers, salad and main courses. The drinks came quickly, the salads came right after and then about 3 mins later, the appetizers came out. 3 mins after that, the main courses arrived so we had plates stacked everywhere on the table and quickly tried to finish our salads and appetizers before the main dish got cold. The waitress never returned to the table until she brought the bill. The plates were all cleared by someone else. We saw her leave a bill at the table next to us and wait until they checked it over and figured out a payment method, so when she arrived at our table we just handed her a credit card. The food was average but the overall experience was terrible. I realize she was probably new and this may have been her first night but some training would go a long way! For $180 dinner, we expected a lot more.

When paying with cash they don't accept change. They round the total up or down…read more My pick up order total was $18.70 and I had $20.70 but they don't accept change. The 5 oysters were great but the transaction was a turn off.

Outstanding seafood and a delightful dining experience are sure to be found at Automatic Seafood!…read moreThis is a more upscale outing, and it made for a cozy and elegant birthday dinner/date night. What we ordered: -Smoked Fish Dip: This appetizer could have easily been shared with multiple people. The dip was so flavorful! -Fish and Chips: You definitely can't go wrong with this one. The fish was perfectly crunchy and battered, and the fries were perfect! -Spice Crusted Yellowfin Tuna: my boyfriend loved this! It wasn't my favorite, but the potato stack that it is served with was phenomenal... they know how to do potatoes here. Without a doubt, I'll be back here. Their menu changes regularly, so there's always something new I can look forward to trying.

We had son's engagement party here as a private event and it went splendidly. Amanda was very…read moreaccommodating and made great drinks. Loved the relaxed atmosphere. Highly recommend them.

It is a bar. It has sticky floors…read more There is great outdoor space. The food is edible. Moving soon.

Really good catfish snack. Loved the Mac and cheese. Have been trying to get here to support the…read morerestaurant and made it today. The inside was. Decorated to reflect the new ownership and it does. I also ordered a pound of ribs l didn't want a whole slab but wanted enough to share. That was just right. The ribs were meaty so I am satisfied with my order.

Opened strong but food has steadily declined! Ordered two rib sandwiches today and what I got…read morelooked old and dry yet tasted worse! Unbelievably dry and tough, my second bad experience there and my last.

4.3/5 Stars! First…read moreoff -- the ambiance is beautiful. The scenery is very nice, the lighting is intimate and cozy, and the overall vibe feels upscale without being stuffy. It's tied to a hotel, which actually adds to the polished feel. The space isn't huge, but that makes it feel intentional and thoughtfully designed. The menu is small, but very detail-attentive -- you can tell care went into it. Appetizers: * The fritters were a standout -- flavorful and a great way to start the meal. * The fried oysters were another excellent choice -- crispy and well done. * The crab dip wasn't bad... it just didn't stand out. It was fine, just kind of "whatever" compared to the other appetizers. Main Courses: * Steak frites - AMAZING. Easily the star of the table. * Short rib pasta - Good flavor, but it felt a little heavy despite not being overly saucy. * Salmon over orzo - Cooked to perfection. Flaky, tender, and really well executed. Drinks & Dessert: * The Old Fashioned was smooth and balanced. * The Bloom cocktail was refreshing and enjoyable. * Finished with apple pie and Biscoff cheesecake -- both solid sweet endings to the night. Service was friendly and welcoming, which made the family dinner even more memorable. Portions were generous enough to leave you satisfied but not overwhelmed -- a nice balance. Overall, it's a great spot for meetups, date nights, or even just chilling at the bar solo. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!

Our server was amazing with trying to salvage our experience due to poor food quality and errors…read morefrom the kitchen. It was also hard to watch the woman next to us wait over 30 minutes for change on her bill, with little to no apology. The restaurant has a gorgeous atmosphere and great cocktails. Just do not get your hopes up on the food it is not worth it..

Went for a friend's birthday and had a great time! Our waitress was knowledgeable and very…read moreattentive.We all ordered different appetizers and meals, and everything was a hit. I loved the intimate vibe and the inside decor. I'd definitely come back especially o sit on the patio!

We got super lucky with this gift card. My husband and I won a CharBar gift card at a fundraiser…read moreraffle, and honestly I had never heard of CharBar before. Now I realize how much I was missing out. They have a small outside seating area in the front, and there are plenty TVs at the bar. We were seated in a great spot at one of the high tops in the back in the booth seating. The service was excellent. I was really impressed!! I LOVED their blackened chicken quesadilla with black beans, pepper Jack cheese, bacon and fresh jalapenos. My husband enjoyed the Glazed Haystack Chicken especially with the fried onion strings on top and the bourbon sauce. We even got some extra bourbon sauce and I was able to dip quesadilla in it. There were so many great looking items on the menu it was difficult to choose. Next time I want to try their filet mignon or their build your own salad. I

We tried this restaurant last week and had it delivered again tonight. It is amazing!…read more The vegetables are fresh and crisp...the pita crisps on top make the salad. The sauces are better than I've had before at other places. There isn't anything that isn't the best version that I've enjoyed. You have to try this place.

First off, the food was EXCELLENT, and the guy with the glasses who helped me order was SO NICE and…read morehelpful. I ate here for lunch with my 11 year old and he helped me order. We ended up sharing the chicken shawarma wrap with a side of falafel and the cost was $21, but there was a good quantity of food. Definitely get the pickles on the wrap or whatever it is you order from here. They are apparently Egyptian pickles and add something magical. I'm not usually one for pickles, but trust me on this! The falafel were shaped like donuts and not like any I've ever had before. They are a little mushier but I was fine with the texture. The outside was extra crispy. Loved that. The spicy tahini was especially good and not very spicy for me but too much for my daughter. The restaurant itself needs a good scrub from top to bottom but it isn't enough of a red flag that I wouldn't go back tomorrow. There's meat on an open spit, so I imagine it's hard to keep a layer of grease off every surface. We will definitely be back!