Went there for a family event. Food was great, service was excellent. Nice clean place to eat without a lot of noise and clutter.

If you're looking for great shrimp this is the place in Victoria! Their catfish is great too! The staff are very friendly and attentive to your needs. It's quiet and not super busy, at least not when I have been there. This place was recommended by the locals. read more

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This restaurant was recommended by some locals so we gave it a shot. I'm trying being vegetarian so I was looking for something veggie and no seafood. However, my colleague was excited to try some seafood. I had the vegetable fried rice and it was very good. I really enjoyed the broccoli, onion, zucchini and carrot. I put the raw cucumber and tomato to the side. It seemed weird to be a garnish on the dish. The salad that came with our meals was literally a bowl of lettuce a couple of slices of not so ripe tomato and some carrot slivers. Not impressive. My favorite part of the experience was when my colleague asked our food server about her choice between two seafood dishes, she very casually said, "I don't know, I don't like seafood". Hahahahaha, seems like an interesting career choice! read more

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Drove up from Rockport. Great selection and prices. We both had the 8 grilled shrimp, with slaw and veggies. Tasty shrimp. I ordered the stir fry to take home. I think 3-4 meals from the container. We'll go back. First pic is before. Second is after. Third is the huge take out container. And the large bathroom was very clean. This place is a winner if you are in Victoria. read more

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Do not go here if you want seafood at a coastal restaurant. The staff were friendly and funny. The breading on the fried seafood lunch was the worst I've ever had. I wasn't even sure where I needed to eat the stuffed crab because the whole thing was covered in that nasty breading. The appetizer with egg rolls was terrible also (way too much overpowering cabbage and sweet and sour sauce barely had any flavor and was runny like water). The stuffed jalapeños were the same as at Sonic- except burned to black. The burger was just average although the bun was good. So burger and seafood lunch and the appetizer and 2 drinks for a lunch special- $50. Go to Indianola instead. read more

Good,fresh food made in a timely manner. Friendly owners and staff. Very attentive and helpful. Try the Gator Bites, they are great.

This place came by recommendation of a "must stop" on our way through town. Here's the break down. Interior: smh. It was actually pretty horrible. Nothing made sense on the walls or tables. Not romantic. The place needs a significant remodel. No walls to cut noise so the interior was noisy.our table was a little sticky. Service: this was tricky. No one knew they were working our table so we didn't get a waitress till about 10 minutes after being seated. There was obvious confusion between the manager, hostess and the waiter/waitresses. The food though was really good and would be the only thing that would get me to come back. Decent portions but very flavorful with the exception of the stuffed crab. I would pass next time. They appear to be know for their shrimp which was delicious. I had the crawfish tails, breaded oysters and fish which were all really good. The calamari was thick cut and slightly over cooked. 5 selections on the kids menu's. For 7 people we spent just north of $160. I wouldn't feel the need to stop by as I travel through. But it's decent. read more

We were traveling through on our way home to East Texas and we googled restaurants in the area. The high reviews won us over. The minute we stepped in we were wowed. This is a mom and pop owned place but don't let it fool you. This was the best surf and turf meal we have ever had!!! Ive travels quite a bit and have had numerous seafood dishes. This place definitely is in the game. The shrimp and fish are hand breaded, not the frozen deep fried junk. Fresh flaky and cooked to perfection. And the baked potatoes are amazingly delicious and not at all dry. They drip with butter and ooey goodness. read more

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I have mixed feelings about this place. I ordered boiled snow crab. When it arrived it was cold. That being said it wasn't bad persay, just not what I was expecting. It was topped with a seafood spice which I think was what made it taste okay (MSG anyone?). They had frogs legs which I had always wanted to try, so we ordered one to share. Yep, tastes like pond chicken. Bucket list *check.* After the so-so meal we decided to get a dessert, key lime pie. Average. The others at the table ordered baked fish. I tasted them all, They were all good. I preferred the non-stuffed fish to the stuffed fish. I liked the red snapper (I think was what it was, was the only red fish on the menu). read more

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I was excited there was a seafood restaurant here But I personally don't like it. Last time I was in there the waitress didn't speak English, messed our order up and my grilled fish were dry. PS, I'm spoiled from Louisiana, so I am used to Cajun Seafood. read more

We visit Victoria occasionally to see family, and this is their "go-to" spot to take us. I've always meant to leave a review and I'm finally following through. It's my understanding it changed ownership this year, but we've been going for a few years and I didn't notice any changes (except no beer because they are between licenses). Bayside is a no-frills seafood restaurant, but the food is very good and never greasy. The fries are the slightly battered kind and always crispy. Our family always gets combos of fried catfish and shrimp, and even my picky son loves Bayside. Also, the iced tea is great and they'll do half unsweet and half sweet without making a face at you. Our servers have always been no frills as well, but they are prompt. read more

The egg rolls were some of the best I've had. The fried shrimp was great also and very reasonably priced. Service is impeccable. We'll be back! read more

Gumbo really good . The fried shrimp ok , and stuffed crab very good . The fried oysters and scallops were so/so

Found this place while passing through Victoria. It is not fancy but the food was delicious!!! Homey atmosphere and good and friendly service. Seafood tasted fresh and the ribeye was so juicy and great flavor. Definitely will return again! read more

Bayside Seafood Restaurant - Ribeye was soooo delicious and jumbo grilled shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Victoria, Texas

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cant say it was a good experience, i found a fingernail in my food and the manager proceeded to tell me it couldn't be a fingernail because fingernails aren't yellow... i've been sick ever since i left that restaurant. i had a burger and i was actually enjoying my meal and the atmosphere until i found a fingernail on the french fries. absolutely sickening, i lost my whole appetite so i left more than half of the burger and the fries the manager had remade for me. i would never come back, it's sad because the servers were great at their jobs.. i just don't think i would want to eat at a place where the manager can't identify what we found in my food lol. read more

Bayside Seafood Restaurant - fingernail. - Seafood Near Me - Victoria, Texas

I've been here twice and while the decor and atmosphere isn't the snazziest the food is so very good! I have gotten the same thing both times (catfish and shrimp) and I haven't been disappointed. I can honestly say I'm not a big seafood girl BUT there's truly something great about FRESH seafood. It's definitely worth a try! read more

This is our second time here. Tonight was coconut shrimp for me and M had the shrimp combo. Both dishes were excellent with nice sized shrimp. The cole slaw was very good and the broccoli/zucchini mix tasted fresh. Highly recommend. read more

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This was the worse service I have had. One oyster was full of shells and I could have broken my tooth. They refused to do anything about it. Then all the waiters gathered around us when we paid our bill trying to intimidate us and scare us by giving us dirty looks Will not go back there again read more

Worst service EVER!!! Our food never came and we left hungry. The servers completely ignored us. We will never return!!!!

Food was pretty good. I had the grilled red snapper. The fish was cooked well and the grilled shrimp is tasty. The vegetables are good but covered in way too much butter which left my lips feeling greasy. Service was adequate. read more

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Got the fried platter with 2 battered catfish fillets and 5 fried oysters. They use a batter similar to fried chicken which makes the super flaky and light unlike the traditional cornmeal battered catfish. The oysters were fresh and deliciously battered and fried. The combos come with your choice of french fries, vegetables or white rice. And then your choice of salad or coleslaw. Don't expect anything fancy like argula. The salads were way too overdressed. The grilled platter was excellent. I got the grilled catfish fillet with scallops and shrimp. The shrimp was slightly overcooked but the fish and scallops were good. Overall the food is pretty good. A bit on salty side though. The restaurant is definitely casual, not fancy. Nothing like china plates. They have about 8 TVs so it's good place to watch a game. read more

The food was so good, the service so fast, and the price so fair my mind was blown. Don't miss out. Plump oysters, huge scallops, perfect iced tea. read more

The food was over-cooked, floating in a sea of butter, and the place is kindof an eyesore inside

We rode far out of our way to dine at Bayside. The calimari, oysters, shrimp and scallops were delicious. Service was great and timely. This restaurant is worth the trip. read more

The food is amazing. Coming from out of town we were craving some seafood and they did not disappoint. 10/10 would recommend. And the grilled seafood platter... delish. Also out waiter was fabulous. So nice, cheerful and full of energy. His service was just as good as the food. read more

Amazing food! The crawfish poboy was STUFFED with crawfish. Was amazing. Typically the ones I've had at other places are lacking the good stuff, but this was amazing. Friendly staff too!! read more

Manager was very unprofessional and quite rude honestly. We found a fingernail clipping in our food and when we brought it to her attention, she told us that it wasn't a fingernail because fingernails aren't yellow, but openly admitted that she had no idea what it was. Well, fingernails can turn yellow when you don't wash your hands. It was definitely a fingernail. My friend didn't want to add gratuity after finding said fingernail, and when he sent his card with the crossed out gratuity, the manager came to the dining room and insisted that he leave gratuity. She told him that her employees won't get paid if he doesn't leave gratuity. we had a party of 30, and the rest of us left sizable tips. it was a reserved event. Overall just not a great experience :( on a lighter note, the servers were amazing and handled the large party quite well! sad that their boss couldn't provide the same hospitality. read more

This place is a hidden gem! Family owned restaurant with amazing food. The oysters are amazing!

Absolutely the worst service possible. The server screwed up our two person drink order, forgot to bring us our salads before the meal, and messed up the side orders as well. 1 for 4? Not sure it was the waitress' fault as they were severely underhanded. Walked it into 8 or 9 tables needing to be bussed and the cashier told us to sit where we wanted so I grabbed our utensils and two menus and sat at the only booth that was clean. It was an absolutely horrible experience. However, I gave it two stars because the grilled seafood I ordered was good. The scallops, shrimp, and catfish were quite tasty. Now, if they can work out the serving issues, there is hope. read more

Asian influence on what is essentially an oyster bar. Think rice flour in the breadding. A good not great cocktail de cameron. It needed some heat. Fish was good fresh and super hot. If your hungry for some good seafood at a great price your in luck. If you are wanting upscale good luck it's Victoria...jk read more

I was a little apprehensive about this place, but was pleasantly surprised with the food. I ordered the grilled reddish plate and it was perfectly seasoned and fresh. Very tasty. read more

Top Taste , One of the only resturants that gets his food from the gulf coast fresh If you eat there you will know it is fresh ! Andrew is a awesome man to get to know read more

I came down to visit my Mom and we went to Bayside to eat. Not only was the food over priced but terrible. The oysters were so tuff they were hard to chew. The shrimp were boiled then fried with a heavy batter. And the bake potato was not cooked completely. When I went to pay the fellow behind the register who I'm assuming was the manger (Mr. Lee) would not even acknowledge me when I told him about the food. This I find even worse than the food. My grandmother owned a cafe in Yoakum for 45 years before she retired. Whenever she had someone complain about the food she would at least talk to them and make it right. I'm moving back from the Galveston/Houston area (retiring) so I know what seafood should taste like. Plus my Dad was a part time shrimper. The food at Bayside is BAD!! read more

I had the worst grilled salmon salad ever. The salmon was raw. The lettuce was iceberg and not mixed greens. Not worth $15. And the manager did not discount the bill. Service was also bad. read more

Gave this a try based on reviews. We were not impressed by the atmosphere, former Chinese buffet. Then the hostess/cashier yelled across the restaurant to ask whose turn it was to was. Not cool. And, one waitress r read more

We had my mom's 90th birthday party at her favorite restaurant Bayside Seafood. We had 38 guests that enjoyed the party room. The food was great and the service from Zac was excellent!!! Thank you Bayside for making my moms birthday a "hit". We have eaten at this restaurant many times and the food is always good. read more

Good food. Clean family dining. Great prices. Friendly service. We will be back on the next trip thru Victoria.

No a la carte ordering... the bundling is overpriced and they do not make exceptions. The waiter could have been more communicative to help us set expectations.... The seafood gumbo was great. I was disappointed the shrimp wasn't deveined in the (Mexican shrimp cocktail)ceviche and it's on the sweet side . The fried catfish and shrimp seemed to have a dirty grease taste... I'm from Houston and I was expecting this place to be similar to Golden Seafood. Save your money and find something better. read more

Horrible experience!! We were served our food without utensils. Tea was never refilled. I talked to the waitress bc the chicken gumbo was nasty. And she replied, " Thanks for the heads up, I was going to have that for lunch" and off she went! Besides being overpriced. The table was sticky too. Over 16 dollars for a bowl of nasty gumbo, one glass of tea and some egg rolls ( the only thing I ate ) read more

Had grilled stuffed flounder & shrimp. It was DELICIOUS... Very fresh & cooked to perfection. Pretty much the best grilled stuffed flounder I've ever eaten. And the grilled shrimp were cooked perfectly and had excellent flavor. Well done Bayside. Was definitely most excellent! read more