We came to this restaurant twice within 1 week. Our first visit was for lunch during the week. We…read morehad the restaurant to ourselves the majority of the time but the wait staff was still very attentive. We started with the Alaskan snow claws, sauted, which was soo good. The crab meat comes out very easy. The flavor was A+. I rated it #2 behind Pappadeaux's crab claws. We then shared the Lobster roll that comes with 2 rolls that were perfect size for 2 people. The roll bun was soft which makes a difference when eating lobster rolls. We came back on a Friday night and it was a completely different vibe. The inside and outside were packed. We were able to get seated outside which worked better for us since they serve hookah here so if you're like us and don't like to inhale hookah the outside seating is perfect. We ordered the same thing from our lunch visit + wings (Sweet Thai chili & Honey garlic) since they had a $6 wing special. We were surprised that the lobster roll price was the same at dinner as it was during lunch. We really enjoyed both visits and plan to return for future date lunch/dinner.

We decided to check this out for lunch on our anniversary and were pleasantly surprised! IMO - this…read moreplace is really under-rated on here. Their lunch menu is really affordable with $6 apps and only $30 for TWO lobster rolls?? WILD. All in including margaritas was just over $50 and honestly that's a price you're not getting anywhere else. Especially considering the quality of both the food (those mussels are EPIC) and the service (shout out to Mars!) Would recommend? 100% Would return?? Definitely!

Took my mother to our favorite, The Steamhouse Lounge, for her birthday today. As always, the food…read morewas outstanding - we had the crab dip, a dozen oysters, a fried oyster po' boy and the mom's favorite, their massive crab cake. Topped it off with a beer and the mom had a really nicely made (read: strong) cosmo. DeAndré was our host/server. This is a young guy with an incredible personality and attentiveness - hope to see him again next time. This place never disappoints.

Absolutely loved our experience here! We started with the cold crab dip, raw oysters, and oyster…read moresampler, and everything was fresh and delicious. The fried catfish entree was excellent, and the drinks were just as good. The table next to us ordered the lobster bisque and raved about it, so that will definitely be on my list for next time. Pierre was incredibly sweet and attentive, which made the experience even better. We sat outside, and the amazing breeze made it the perfect setting for a relaxed seafood meal. Great food, great atmosphere, and great service. I'll definitely be back!

We had a wonderful dinner at The Optimist, start to finish. We brought our 8‑month‑old with us and…read morewere promptly seated, no stress at all. Our daughter spent the first few minutes waving at the staff, and they genuinely lit up every time -- such a warm, welcoming vibe right from the jump. Starters We kicked things off with the she‑crab soup, and that's when we knew the meal was going to be special. Tons of rich crab flavor and chunks of crab. The crispy shrimp toast was another hit -- crunchy, savory, and a great pairing with the soup. We also ordered the Baker's Dozen oysters, chef's selection. All 13 were fresh, clean, and briny in the best way. Next up: the Spanish octopus, and honestly... top five octopus dish we've had. Cooked perfectly -- tender, melt‑in‑your‑mouth texture. The salsa macha added just the right amount of heat, and the marcona almonds brought a great crunch with the cilantro, lime, and mint brightening everything up. What a beautifully composed dish. We finished with the Halibut and Lady peas. The Halibut was topped with lobster and served with a lobster butter sauce, chives, and capers. Rich, buttery, flaky, and perfectly cooked. The lady peas (fava beans, asparagus, and a generous mound of blue crab) were another standout. So much flavor, but everything complemented each other instead of competing. One of those sides you keep looking for more of when it's gone. --- Overall Every dish was thoughtful, balanced, and executed at a high level. Service was warm and genuinely kind -- especially with our little one. 10/10 would recommend

We have been coming to the ford Frye restaurants for almost 10 years. They've had great service,…read moregreat food and a great time. Over the years we've seen things decrease especially at the optimist. The hosts were great and they always give us great service but the food had been the lacking the last couple of services where the she crab soup lacked crab, the swordfish over cooked multiple times. This time in particular we ordered the whole lobster and was offered to have it taken out of the shell for us. HIGHLY DO NOT RECOMMEND. When we got the lobster we got a full tail but one claw and no knuckles. When we addressed with the server, she argued with us that that's how a lobster is and that there could be more meat hidden on the plate. It felt like she thought we were there to just get more food by saying "so what do you want, more meat" but if we had it in the shell we would have received our full portion. The manager on duty tried to make it up to us by comping the lobster but it was more than that. After going back and forth with the server we just wanted the check to leave. The manager on duty insisted to give us the lobster and take it home. The server wasn't very polite and argued with us about the lobster. I wish I remembered the servers name With that said, the amount of money we have spent there over the years, it's unfortunate that that will be our last time going to the Optimist.

My mother wanted seafood for her birthday, and after hearing so many great things about this…read morerestaurant, I knew this was the perfect opportunity to finally give it a try. Making reservations was incredibly easy through OpenTable, and I was pleasantly surprised by the convenient valet service for only $3. It was an effortless start to what turned out to be an exceptional dining experience. Upon entering, we were warmly greeted by the host and promptly escorted to our table without any wait. Our waiter, Kevin, was phenomenal. He did an excellent job explaining the menu, offering thoughtful recommendations, and making sure everyone's needs were attended to throughout the afternoon. The service was attentive without being overbearing--truly excellent and unforgettable hospitality. We started with the Chargrilled Oysters, Oysters Rockefeller, and Calamari. Everything was satisfying, but the calamari was the standout for me. It had the perfect crunch and was quite literally fried to perfection. I would absolutely order it again. These appetizers are true staples and a great way to start the meal. We also enjoyed several rounds of cocktails. The bartender was able to execute a few off-menu, custom cocktails perfectly, and there were absolutely no complaints from our table. Everything was well-balanced and thoughtfully prepared. For my entrée, I ordered the Blackened Branzino with lemon-herb beurre blanc, paired with whipped potatoes and Vichy carrots. By far, this is one of the best seafood entrées I've had in Atlanta. I've had branzino at plenty of other restaurants, but this one? It clears the competition and has officially claimed the #1 spot on my list. The fish was beautifully prepared, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the sauce and sides. The rest of our party had equally impressive meals. I had the opportunity to sample the 12 oz. Prime NY Strip, Blackened Salmon, Lobster Mac & Cheese, Brussels Sprouts, Green Beans, and Clam Chowder, and everything was amazing. There wasn't a single dish that disappointed. Overall, this was truly an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. Great food, phenomenal hospitality, attentive service, and an atmosphere that made celebrating my mother's birthday feel special. I'm already looking forward to returning--and next time, I definitely want to check out the patio! A true standout for seafood in Atlanta. Highly recommend.

Stopped by the Brookhaven location of C&S Seafood for happy hour and appetizers! Their 4-6 PM happy…read morehour deal is only at Brookhaven and Sandy Springs and includes oysters, wine, beer, and a burger. Hands down, they have the best chargrilled oysters in Atlanta. This batch was a little spicier than the Vinings location, but still delicious (just ask for light seasoning if you're sensitive to heat). We paired the oysters with calamari, truffle fries, and a couple of glasses of the HH Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc. Everything tasted good, and our server Dayvion gave us excellent service. They have valet and a parking deck right next door. Definitely recommend if you're in the neighborhood!

I hardly leave any reviews on restaurants specially if its a bad one like this. Me and my wife have…read morebeen here a couple times and always sit across from the bar the last time we was there the food and ambiance excellent everything about this place is just extraordinary but this server we had, short Italian looking guy (i forgot his name) had a straight face the whole time he served us he got our order wrong oysters had to be steamed were raw my wife almost threw up ok boom thats done. We order out Entrée as he put down the plate it cracked in half the whole time he was busy flirting with some chicks on the other table hardly came out way well cool np he took the plate went in and was back in 2mins like there was no chances of chipped pieces of the plate going in the food cause it was the same food on the other plate ok cool we packed it up dumped it on the way home. When the bill came in there was no discount i dont expect you to take the whole thing off but come one after all that even a 10% discount would keep me satisfied. Thats just sad i like the food here next time ill just sit at the other side with better servers.

Atlanta Fish Market was a great experience overall. Valet parking is required, but it's only $3…read moreplus tip, which I thought was reasonable. I'm giving it 4 out of 5 stars because the service was a little off during this visit. Despite that, the food and ambiance were still top-tier. I ordered the blackened grouper with mashed sweet potatoes and broccoli, and my meal was a 10/10. My sister had the blackened halibut and thoroughly enjoyed her meal as well. For an appetizer, I tried the fried lobster, which our server recommended. It was just okay in my opinion, not bad, but not something I'd order again. Overall, I'd definitely return because the food does not miss. If you're looking for fresh seafood in Atlanta with a great atmosphere, Atlanta Fish Market is absolutely worth a visit.

I would love if they turn down the music like 10 notches. When I come to a restaurant I don't want…read moreto not able to hear the person across from me talk or hear my own thoughts.

I brought my cousins visiting from Chicago to Virgil's last evening. Friday evening in Atlanta, so…read moreI made a reservation. We were seated on the rooftop deck and it was a little hot. No ceiling fans, why not? The host (blond headed guy) was super nice and got us seated quicky. Our server Calli was also the bartender. He was very nice and polite, but he was clearly stretched doing double duty as server and bartender. His drinks were on point, but It took forever to get apitizers, and entrees, and it was difficult for him to really check on our table as often as we would have liked. He tried his best. Now the food: The smothered pork chops, fried green tomatoes, fried chicken, collards, mac and cheese was great. Those chicken wings were fried to perfection 10/10. The mac and cheese wasn't really as creamy as I like but it was still really good. I wanted to take my out of town guest somewhere they could only experience in Atlanta. And, I wanted them to go back to Chicago and say what a great dining experience they had. In terms of the food, and drinks, location, they were well pleased and said I picked a winner. Now when the sun went down the music got crunk and the younger crowd started to pour in. It was a bit loud for the 45 up foks, but at least it was good R&B so we adapted.

Great food and the service was excellent...and my wife, who thought she did not like…read morehushpuppies...discovered that if they are made well she does like them quite a lot! We also had the fish & chips which was not amazing but better than average.

THE LOBSTER ROLL! Full of delicious buttery lobster. It came with a side of butter not it was NOT…read moreneeded. The flavor is very fresh! The fries were good as well. Just enough to leave the lobster roll as the star of the show. I also enjoyed a mango nojito lol. The patio is perfect for the spring. Service was prompt and good as well

We visited this place in the afternoon, the food was good , the service excellent . We recommend…read morethis restaurant

Great service & great food! Complimentary valet parking was a plus. Outside seating area is large…read moreand nice. Went on Cinco De Mayo as all of the Mexican restaurants were packed!! They had a special on tacos and margaritas. Others at the table ordered tacos for appetizers and they loved them! I ordered the Tavern Burger. It was huge! Juicy! And full of flavor. I enjoyed every bite!!! Even the bun (lightly buttered and toasted) was good. My toddler ordered the chicken tenders and fries. She loved her food! Toddler approved!

The fish and chips was amazing. The fish was hot and seasoned well. The customer service was…read moreimpeccable. I love the music they play as well. It's a nice place. I also like their Happy Hour Specials.

Cute place to a bite! We parked in yellow (but red might have been better) but we wanted EV (which…read morethey charge) the colony is super Cute vibe! There is a food court we got a cookie OK. Back to Brown Bag- we found it no problem! Like how you can take your time and order on a card when you are ready. We were in the mood for a lobster roll and it was good, very buttery! Small Amount of lobster for the heavy price tag. The tater tots were fun with the Parmesan flakes (real cheese) The didn't have unsweet tea but there tea is good, few brew. The do bring the food to the table. I enjoyed their salmon salad the salmon was cooked perfectly! The manager stopped by to check on us. Hate I can't give it 1/2 point More but in experience with lobster rolls In New England, this didn't hit. But don't get me wrong, it's a fun place, good food and we are glad we went. Oh, the don't validate Parking either. But one kind lady behind the counter said "buy a drink at food court, they validate!" Too kind and yes, we Did just that!

The food at Judy Crab was good and tasted fresh, but I was disappointed with the portion size of…read morethe seafood boil--it was much smaller than I expected for the price. What really left a bad impression, though, was the military discount. My bill was around $80, and the "discount" ended up being only about 80 cents, which honestly didn't feel like a discount at all. On top of that, they took my military ID to the back just to apply it, which I found unusual and unnecessary. I appreciate businesses that support the military, but if you're going to advertise a military discount, it should be something meaningful and handled more professionally.

You come for entertainment and a good drink. Food is ok. Very greasy, salty type of options. You…read morecome back for the lively entertainment, singing and large group capacity. I cant figure out where the extra cars should go, but the lot will be packed. Yes, you'll come back for fun. Bring some cash for servers. Lots of singing, but don't think I should post faces lol.