Just left Fish 2- and won't be back again. Food was ok to good but the service was literally non existent! Had to choke down my burger with no option for a drink cause waitress (Candi?) was to busy socializing. Her excuse was she was talking to the boss. I've got news for you, food service/ customer service world- the person you are waiting on (customer) is the boss. read more

This is my number 1 favorite spot to eat. This place feels like home. You won't find many salads on the menu however. But there are healthier choices. Seafood is everywhere in this area but this place is different because of the Cajun flare. They have several locations throughout Baldwin county. Sweetest people you will ever meet. Cool tshirts to purchase. Love their food! read more

Being from Louisiana makes it harder for any resturauant that is attempting Louisiana style food. My Swiss and mushroom burger was really good but the gator bites were average. All and all I'd recommend trying it. read more

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Awesome place to eat!! Food is fantastic! Swamp soup was delicious. Staff was friendly. Definitely will eat there on my next beach trip. read more

While in Foley doing some volunteer work, we just happened on the Fish River Grill and sooooo glad we did. I love Gulf shrimp, so I got the fried shrimp - excellent! My daughter got the Crawfish pistol - oh wow!!! And the Gator tail was THE best we've ever had - east coast or gulf coast. The Swamp soup was awesome. It was so good we went back the next night and got some to take back to NC. read more

My family and I just had lunch here. We were all pleased all around. The staff was attentive and friendly. The food was wonderful. They brought us a cup of swamp soup. I think it's similar to a dish my German mother in law makes called grunkelesson(not sure of spelling). Then a slice of cake after the meal. I had he shrimp Poboy with the crawfish sauce. It was wonderful and I don't think I will need to eat the rest of the day. The rest of the family really spoke highly of their meals. I swiped one of my wife's hush puppies from her plate, and it was awesome as well. Nice atmosphere. Reminds me of the fish places from where I grew up in south Arkansas. Will return on future vacations to the area. read more

I ate here the other day with some friends from out of town they loved the alligator bites. I think our entire table was scuffed when we left and it was me and a lot of hefty men. you wont leave hungry that's for sure. our waitress was fantastic she kept our drinks full and conversation fun. 10/10 will go again read more

Looking for a local place and saw the sign that said "where the locals eat". So we stoped in to the Fish River Grill #3 at 1545 Gulf Shores Parkway. Nice and clean place with a local flair. We had the shrimp, swamp soup, tuna fish dip and a sweet thing (beignet). The food was great!!! Owner server Terri was also great. We didn't need a thing. The reason for a 4 Star and not a 5 was because of the size of the shrimp. They were good but very small. Should of used the Reds. I would still go back and eat more of the swamp soup. read more

We came here for my husbands birthday because he wanted Catfish. The food was ok but our service was so bad it made the whole experience a fail. We waited 45 minutes and had to retrieve our own drinks.Andy was a bad server.She ruined our dinner AND tried to charge us for an extra drink. The food here is good but I wouldn't go back because Andy might be my server. read more

Awesome! They have been and remain the best at what they do. No matter the challenges, hurricanes, now COVID, they excel.

This used to be a favorite of mine.....Not so much anymore. Food was good, bar waitress was good until I tried to return to the bar with a tip and slipped on some water. NO ONE who worked there came to my aid, they just turned there backs and ignored me and the situation. I did not create a scene, but only got help from one nice gentleman/customer who helped me get up. Shame on Fish River Grill and their staff for not having the compassion to help with the situation! I know NOW why businesses get sued. I will no longer support this restaurant. read more

First time at this small local chain. Lee was our server and did a fine job. Laid back casual atmosphere and friendly happy staff. My date had the Fish and Shrimp and I had the Seafood Platter. Plenty of Food. Very impressed and will return. read more

Second trip to the Grill. Was not disappointed. Generous portions! We love the swamp soup and gator bites. My hubby got the OMG Shrimp Poboy and OMG is right! I had the seafood platter. I could taste the shrimp. They had that good flavor you get from fresh seafood! Thank you again for excellent food and service! We will be back! read more

Best fried Gulf shrimp to be found! Hush puppies are golden, moist nuggets of goodness. Sweet Tea takes you back to your best front porch memories with each sip. Bar selections are available and well priced. Attentive and amazing servers make you feel welcome. Truly a funky, casual, feel good and eat even better kinda place for everybody. read more

We just returned from a 5 month trip through the Great Lake states and the northeast. I tried the fried whitefish plate up there and it was horrible. I longed for the tasty whitefish from Fish River Grill, so upon our return that was our first restaurant we went to. Just as I remembered, the fish was piping hot, light and flaky, and delicious. Our server was upbeat and efficient. The hush puppies were light and cooked perfectly. Once again Fish River Grill proved why it is our "go to" restaurant when we want good down home cooking. read more

Service was great. Friendly and attentive. Food was good but nothing to write home about.

Not the best atmosphere which is important to me but the food was really good. The swamp soup was enjoyable as were the hush puppies and the shrimp. Shopping center location. Good for lunch and good food just not much atmosphere. read more

This location has just as much charm as the Gulf Shores location. They have big billboards 'where the locals eat'. They are right! The swamp soup does look like the swamp but so tasty. They state the best burgers and mine was great. Seasoned well, juicy, and all the fixings. Yum. The grilled shrimp dinner with all the sides was very flavorful. The service is exceptional. I love the southern charm. I'll be back again next year on vacation. read more

This restaurant is usually good; however, this time I ordered the fried white fish. It was coated in cornmeal batter and I did not like it. The waitress was very nice but she was not allowed to change the fish out for grilled or even allow me to upgrade my meal to include a grilled filet. I would not leave this review if they had accommodated me in any way. The servers are very nice but management needs to show more concern for diners. read more

Had the best frog legs I've had since a kid in Wisconsin -- 50 years ago.

They were really good and friendly! We walked in 5 Min before close and they were totally ready to serve us! We got the OMG P.O. Boy and the Pistols...great choices! I wish I would have ate it hot before I waited to go home but nonetheless it was really good. It was quick and quaint and hit the spot! read more

I ordered the Pistol basket and it was amazing!!! Loved the Margaritas and the swamp soup was great! Try the sweet thing for dessert. read more

Fish River Grill 2 - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

Outstanding! One would doubt the place based on it being in a strip mall but the food was delicious. You must try the Swamp Soup. Meal includes swamp soup, your entree of choice, fries, slaw, fried okra, hush puppies and chocolate cake for desert! Service was good and price was fair. read more

The Shroom burger and is to die foe and if you like a lil heat try the hurricane burger its huge and amazing. I'm steadily trying all the menu and have yet to get a bad meal. The inside eating experience is nice nice lil decorations and a great staff. read more

Excellent service and wonderful food! My mom and I got the grilled white fish and had a beignets for dessert!

The sign says this is where the locals eat and now I know why. Great food, great service. At first I thought the prices where high but then my place arrived and there was enough food for 2 and leftovers. Don't let the name of the homemade soup special fool you. They call it swamp soup. It's amazing! Don't be a snob, just try it. I promise you won't be sorry. For the dessert lover there is only one option. It's a take on the beignet. Stuffed with peaches and apples. Covered with powdered sugar. For me it was like taking the southern special fried pie and making it a French donut. It was good. read more

Fish River Grill 2 - Ready for Mardi Gras - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

While visiting Alabama and being in the heart of Dixie I wanted to eat as much authentic southern as I could I wanted Hush Puppies, grits, BBQ and sea food. Well I got southern sea food at Fish River Grill 2. It's tucked in a strip mall not to fancy outside or inside for that matter. We were seated and our waitress visited with us and just made us feel welcome. I'm a Gumbo kind of guy and as I was about to order the Gumbo I saw Swamp Soup, what could Swamp Soup be so I ordered it. It came and looked like well a Swamp but it was delicious. If you go here don't pass it up dive in and get a bowl. My second entrée was the Shrimp and Crawdad tail Po Boy with a nice I'll call Remoulade they call it something else. It was awesome with lots of critter filed goodness ( well maybe not for the critters). If your in Foley Alabama stop on in and enjoy some good down south eating. read more

This place is amazing!!!! Don't wait hours in line to eat anywhere else. We got in here quick and the food and service were both excellent. You gotta try the Swamp Soup! We'll be back and will bring others. So glad we found this place. read more

Fish River Grill 2 - Shrimp Basket! - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

The very best fried oysters I and my family have had, really! (we have tried em all) The cornmeal batter is light and they actually melt in your mouth. Huge shrimp! Large portions too. read more

Best catfish I've had in a while. Very flavorful and large portions. The soup that came with the meal was surprisingly delicious. Great service too. read more

FRG has really good food whether it's the standard south Alabama seafood or one of their sandwiches. It's one of our regular spots for takeout. Do miss the drinks though! read more

WOW! The gator bites are amazing! I had the whitefish with crawfish cocktail sauce was great tasting. I sampled the frog legs, fried shrimp, and also had their swamp soup! This is an A+ establishment. We were surprised by a slice of red velvet cake. Friendly service and clean facilities make this a must visit place. To top it off we arrived shortly after two bus loads of seniors. I would expect service to be a little slow and staff to be ready for a break, but they never missed a beat. read more

Great food. Had the dialy special and swamp soap. Service was good too. Nice atmosphere!

We absolutely love eating at Fish River Grill- Foley. The staff always greets you with a smile and servers are always A+. Food always comes out with a mouth watering display. I have never had a bad experience! read more

Been going here and to Foley - Fish River Grill 2 for years. Seafood always good. Swamp Soup is the best medicine on a cold rainy day! Heading to outlets - this was my go to for a bit of Swamp Soup to give me some energy! Kale broth and beans make this a dish to crave! Not only does it warm your belly it tastes so healthy too! read more

Fish River Grill 2 - Healthy Swamp Soup! - Seafood Near Me - Foley, Alabama

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It's where the locals eat! You can't beat the Swamp Soup for starters. Full of rich flavors and unique to the area. Hurricane burger is my go to. Anytime I want I burger this is where I go. Get your fries cooked extra crisp, Heaven. The wait staff is very friendly down home and always happy to see you. We have also tried the Whitefish with crawfish sauce very nice. I alway get extra crawfish sauce for a small upcharge. We love this place! read more

Swamp soup was amazing. (Greens and beans). Fried shrimp po boy with an amazing crawfish sauce was worth the trip. Also catfish BLT made with delicious fried green tomatoes and the lightest cornmeal breaded catfish was also incredible. Waitress was super friendly which made the trip even better. read more

Decided to give it a try based on prior reviews. The food was very tasty. The swamp soup is delicious as was the crawfish pistol appetizer. I enjoyed the shrimp BLT and my husband loved the OMG shrimp feast poboy. None of the staff were wearing masks so you may consider another restaurant if that is a deal breaker for you. The first impression can be deceiving but we quickly saw it is a local favorite as it was packed with many waiting outside for their turn at a table by the time we were leaving. We dined around 5:30 on a Friday. read more

Swamp soup yummy. And Pistols are our FAVORITE. Gotta try the pistols. Wish I had some right now in this cold Ky weather. We still talk about them :-) Great live music. The atmosphere was great and the food was greater. Lol. read more

Great food with a down-home feel. Nice southern fishery decor with some antiques scattered around as well. The catfish strips, fried oysters, and shrimp were all excellent. I like shoe string fries instead of crinkle cut, and the hush puppies were sweeter that I like, but those are personal preferences. Overall, highly recommended. read more

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