Some of the best Cajun food I've had in a while. We had the frog legs(awesome), gator bites(sooo…read moretender), fried plantains(seasoned beautifully) for starters. For dinner I had the Gumbo and my girlfriend had the salad with shrimp, crab, and crawfish. The gumbo was seasoned excellently and tasted just how I make it at home in like 7 hours. My girlfriend's salad was amazing with the homemade ranch. We came in late and the service was still top notch. Finished off with banana pudding and my girlfriend said it was the best she's ever had. We were just in town for the weekend but to anyone looking for a place, do it!

Well Boateng's knocked it out of the park for my family and friend's get together. Everyone loved…read morethe seafood platter and the red beans and rice. The shrimp, fried fish and boiled vegetables were delicious. I would buy again for my family that loves creole dishes.

The Bright Star Restaurant is an absolute Alabama institution, and it never disappoints. From the…read moremoment you walk in, you feel the history, consistency, and pride that only comes from decades of doing things the right way. The standout--every single time--is the tenderloin. Perfectly cooked, unbelievably tender, and full of flavor without needing anything fancy. It's the kind of steak that reminds you why simple, well-executed food always wins. Pair it with their classic sides and you understand why generations keep coming back. Service is warm, professional, and exactly what you hope for in a place like this. If you're looking for trendy, keep scrolling--but if you want timeless quality, comfort, and one of the best tenderloins around, The Bright Star is the gold standard.

Being a Bessemer native, this was my first visit to the Bright Star. I came for a birthday dinner…read moreduring a Friday night. We were seated a few minutes after our reservation time. The waitress was friendly and we received our food in a reasonable time. I ordered the stuff snapper with a grand lemon drop for my drink. The lemon drop was okay. It wasn't the best I have had. It was a little too strong for me. The snapper was nice. The stuffing was a crab and shrimp dressing and the fish was topped with crab. Good experience and evening with friends

Great place! Nicely…read moredecorated, had a tasty margarita. We ordered salads, they were fresh and wonderful. Service was excellent. Go out back and see the outdoor lounging area with a bar and lots of nice seating This place is a gem!

Not sure if I just came on an off night but we did not have a good experience. The music was loud…read moreenough that you couldn't even hear yourself think, it took 35 minutes for us to get our food and to top it off, the steak I ordered medium rare came as well done and dry as they come. To top it off. The only thing flavor wise was a crap load of salt. Service was fine, which I guess it better be when they automatically charge a 20% tip. Wont be coming back. Especially since my stomach ached in the morning.

Not to bad, look this is the place to go if you are down the street from the house and don't want…read moreto go back out in traffic kind of place. The food is just okay if you can understand that.

Been craving seafood so went to get carry out . The wait was about 20 minutes which wasn't too long…read more. The place was crowded. The food was still hot once I got home. It was very good all but the lobster tail and potatoes . The price they charge for 1 lobster tail ($16) is over priced. The lobster tail was very small and rubbish. The potatoes were over cooked so they were mushy like mashed potatoes.

Okay the wings were good but I didn't order 40 wings and that's what I got!…read more I ordered 10 wings and 2 orders of chicken fried rice. Instead of them letting me know they ran out, they just sent me 40 wings. You can't just send people the wrong food without an explanation. I'm south Asian and needed some rice yesterday. But if you want to eat whatever they want to give you, this is the place for you lol. The lemon pepper wings were really good though. These wings are mini sized. Each wing has two bites in them. I liked it because it was easy to finish 10 of them. If that's not your thing, skip this place.

This place seriously impressed me from start to finish. The wings are the real star. They're loaded…read morewith flavor in every bite, perfectly cooked, and clearly made with care. You can tell they don't just toss on sauce and call it a day. Every wing is juicy, well-seasoned, and completely satisfying. The burgers are also excellent. Big, flavorful, and done right. Unlike a burger I had here before (a long time ago lol), the ones I've had since aren't messy or falling apart halfway through eating. They're cooked well, hold together nicely, and actually let you enjoy the flavors without wearing half of it home. The sides and drinks take things to another level. The peach tea is smooth, refreshing, and sweet, sweet, sweeeeeeet. It pairs perfectly with the food. And the Cajun ranch cheese fries are incredible. Delicious fries, bold seasoning, creamy ranch, and just the right amount of cheese. They're SO addictive in the best way. On top of the great food, the people here truly make the experience better. Everyone is kind, helpful, and genuinely welcoming. You don't feel rushed or ignored. They take the time to make sure your order is right and that you're enjoying everything. Overall, this spot checks every box. Amazing wings, solid burgers, standout sides, great drinks, and friendly service. It's the kind of place you leave already planning your next visit

I tried this spot for the first time. I will not go back the customer service was the worst I've…read moreever seen. So rude.

Very good food for a very long time! They have been a Bessemer staple forever! Please be patient…read morebecause it takes a little time because everything is cooked fresh! But believe me it is worth the wait one of my favorite places to go for food to go

They lived up to expectations! EVERYBODY has been buzzing about Oceans. This is my 3rd visit to try…read morethis place. First time, line was wrapped. Y'all already know, you peel off. Second time, we waited 15 mins, then they decided to change the grease . That a wonderful idea and we appreciate it, but time will not allow 20 more minutes? Yikes. Third time is the charm. Drive thru closed, so we walked right in, it's good we did. It's clean in here. And, here comes everybody right behind us. Whew. Ladies inside at the counter, real nice! What about the food? Glad you ask, DELICIOUS! That's why they crowded. Folks know they want this grease. I got the perch and wings combo with onion rings and Bae got the whiting and wings with fries. Yum, baby, yum. We both got can drinks. Y'all already know, it's far. But, I'll be back!!

Food is delicious and they give you a lot. I like the fried chicken and fried fish.the corn nuggets…read moreare great for a snack as well

I am Bessemer born & raised & have always heard of moms deli but never stopped by the restaurant a…read morefriend of mine ordered hot wings for an event and once I tasted them I had to come see for myself they were ridiculously good & the visit was long overdue they're not too far from the historic Snits Snider stadium small lot but parking is good no thrills ambiance wise we were in and out not many tables for dining but the service was fast and friendly and the food was delicious we only got hot wings but they offer whole wings burgers fish phillys crablegs and more great prices the wings were devoured so I apologize for no pics highly recommended if you're ok with visiting the hood

No frills local spot in Bessemer that offers a variety of items such as wings, Philly cheesesteaks,…read morefried fish and more. When I got here I groaned a little because there was a long line and I was hungry. However, the line moved quickly and I got my meal in record time. Ordering was easy and the people up front were super nice. Did I mention the food came out quick? It was just as delicious as it was quick. I went with an order of the Asian zing wings. They were sauced up the way I like it and the chicken itself was crispy and juicy. The sauce itself was unique and bold. I had a spoon to eat the leftover sauce on my to-go container. A coworker of mine had the Philly. While I didn't try it I can verify that based off their reaction that it was incredible. There's not many tables to eat here, as this seems more of the place to grab a lunch to go. I see more visits in my future!