If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience that balances elegance and comfort with a bold twist of modern seafood cuisine, then Hook is the place to be. Located in the heart of the city, Hook blends sophisticated coastal charm with a creative menu that takes seafood dining to a whole new level. From the moment you walk in, the warm ambiance, sleek décor, and welcoming staff make you feel like you're about to embark on an extraordinary culinary journey. It's a spot where the essence of the ocean meets innovative cooking, creating a standout restaurant in every way. The menu at Hook is a testament to the chef's commitment to sustainability and locally sourced ingredients, ensuring each dish is not only fresh but ethically responsible. The offerings cater to seafood lovers and more adventurous diners alike, without alienating those with simpler tastes. My evening began with their signature oysters, each one a burst of briny perfection, and the presentation was impeccable. Paired with a tangy mignonette sauce, they set the tone for the rest of the evening. It was clear from the first bite that this is a restaurant that takes its seafood seriously. For the main course, I opted for the grilled octopus, a dish I've had at many restaurants but never like this. The octopus was cooked to perfection, tender yet crispy at the edges, and served on a bed of smoked paprika potatoes that added a delightful earthy undertone. Each bite was a harmonious mix of flavors and textures, and the presentation was as artful as it was appetizing. My companion chose the seafood risotto, and the creamy arborio rice was packed with succulent pieces of lobster, shrimp, and clams. It was indulgent without being overwhelming--every bite melted in your mouth. One of the standout features of Hook is their drink menu. Whether you're in the mood for a fine wine or a handcrafted cocktail, their selection does not disappoint. I ordered the "High Tide," a cocktail infused with gin, elderflower, and a splash of citrus that perfectly complemented my seafood dishes. The bartenders at Hook clearly know their craft, and the drinks are as thoughtfully composed as the meals themselves. If you're a wine lover, their sommelier is more than happy to recommend a pairing, ensuring the perfect marriage of food and drink. Service at Hook is another element that sets this restaurant apart. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu, offering insightful suggestions without being overbearing. The pacing of the meal was also perfect--each course arrived with enough time to savor, but there was never a lull. The staff's attention to detail made it clear that they genuinely care about your dining experience. Whether you're a first-time guest or a regular, you'll feel like you're treated with the same level of care and respect. To finish, dessert was a must, and Hook's pastry chef did not disappoint. The citrus panna cotta with a hint of vanilla and a vibrant berry compote was a light and refreshing way to end the meal. The balance of sweetness and tartness was impeccable, and it left just enough room to enjoy a final sip of wine. For those with a richer palette, the flourless chocolate torte was dense, velvety, and deeply satisfying--a true indulgence for any chocolate lover. Overall, Hook is more than just a seafood restaurant; it's an experience that celebrates the art of fine dining while keeping a focus on sustainability and quality. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself to an exceptional meal, Hook promises a memorable evening from start to finish. It's not every day you come across a restaurant where every aspect, from the food to the service to the ambiance, works together so seamlessly. read more

Exceeded our expectations. We tried the calamari and 2 rolls for appetizers, these were great. For dinner we had the sea bass special which was a solid A, the burger which was delicious and the nachos. I would pass on the nachos but everything else was just great. They also brought warm, yummy bread to our table. We loved the Paloma cocktail. Service was good. Atmosphere was fun. read more

Waited 1 hour for food. Food was awful. Very loud. Management was rude talked back didn't do anything about poor food and service never returning read more

Recent tried Hook, and it went well! Food was really good and freshly made. We ordered old fashion, a wine, espresso martini, and their special fall drink. We also ordered the SBS salad and an asian salad. Both good, salmon was large and cooked perfectly. read more

Hook - SBS salad - Seafood Near Me - Saint Clair Shores, Michigan

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My friend and I finally made the 25 minute drive from Birmingham to SCS. It is not as far from Birmingham as it sounds. It was well worth the 25 minutes. We had delicious food. Berry Salad with mix greens, and Sicilian Chicken with Fettuccini Alfredo. It was excellent. It was so nice when we walked in to be greeted immediately greeted by the hostess. The ambiance was beautiful. We sat on the deck surrounded by Lake St Clair. The inside is beautiful with white table clothes. We had a great time. the service was outstanding. Also try Chef Bobby's late mother's Tailgate Chili. The recipe is on Fox 2. Best of luck Chef Bobby! Joanne M. read more

The appetizer and bread they give you were good. The Davis salad was excellent. Pretty much that was it. The entree's not so much. My jumbo Scallops were drenched in oil. It wasn't good. The chicken dish our friend got was flavorless and the main knuckle claw with scallops wasn't very good. The pasta was not cooked enough. The dessert we got was donut bread pudding, the picture of it in the menu looked nothing like what we got. Plus it took forever! Disappointed in the food, especially since it wasn't cheap. When I asked if the scallops always have that much oil, she said it depends on who is plating it. Unfortunately, we won't be gong back. The restaurant was nice looking inside. read more

I was in a party of seven adults and went here to have a nice dinner. Service was extremely slow. When we ordered any drinks and it would take at least 25 min. before we received them. This happened every time we ordered another round. The food took at least a 40 min. for the entrees to arrive. One entree was missing and took at least another 20 minutes for it to show up. It was just a pizza. They took it off of the bill. Two people ordered the lamb chops med. rare. Both meals came well done. Two hours later a member of the party became extremely ill. The person had the salmon. The experience was memorable for all the wrong reasons. I, in good conscious, would never recommend this restaurant. Extremely slow service, entrees coming at different times and a case of food poisoning. read more

Great place! The food is outstanding and the vibe and staff always go above and beyond. So happy to have a restaurant like this in the neighborhood! We had a group of 10 for a birthday party on Saturday and everything was perfect! Thanks to Chef Bobby and the staff. read more

We celebrated our anniversary at Hook tonight. The live band was great! The service was incredible, thank you Chloe! The food was AMAZING! We started with crab cakes and sushi. Then we had ribeye and scallops. Everything was delicious! We will definitely be going back!!! read more

It saddens me to write this review but felt it was time to do so. Being a long time former customer of Jack's, which became Brownies for years, my wife and I have always enjoyed a great time, every time, being on the deck, either eating or having drinks while listening to some great music. That's all changed with HOOk...! We tried coming three time last year when they first took over and everything was different. It was a restaurant, an expensive restaurant with poor service and little to no energy on the deck. We were told the owner didn't want a boater crowd nor a bar crowd from several people had told us and was he firm on it. My question is: Why did he buy a bar on the water and not want a boater crowd or bar crowd?? Not too smart in my opinion.... LOL. The few times they had entertainment it was dinner music. All the fun of the gone..! Mandatory valet parking and a dress code took away from what the previous establishment use to be. Now, it's nothing more than an expensive restaurant on the water, that's it. We came again this year to give it another chance and it wasn't any different. In speaking to other friends of ours who frequented Brownies and Jacks in the past, they felt the same as we did. The best days of Brownie's is behind us. We hear the owner now wants to change things because business is not what he expected. I wonder why? In our opinion, it's too late. Once you lose your old Clientele it's very hard to get them back. Ask any business owner and they'll tell you the same. We've moved on and miss our days at Jacks & Brownies. read more

It's in a lovely location. The food was pretty good but the service was unacceptable. I took my dad there for Father's Day. We sat in the restaurant for 2 and a half hours before we served our meals and at that point it was wrapped up to go since we were ready to leave. The server didn't do his part to properly communicate with my party about the delay but the manager was really kind about it all. read more

The service is great! The food only so-so for the prices. Been there twice. Inside: first visit tried their sushi, friend had salad, both not out of this world, just okay. Second time: outside, tuna poke bowl and their specialty hamburger. The poke bowl for $17 was small, appetizer size, the presentation was nice but not enough to fill you, so ate my husband's french fries that was with his burger. Specialty burger was covered in so much brown sauce the burger was disgusting to hold and eat so didn't finish it. Martinis with 3 olives, the martini glasss were only 1/2 full so only one olive was actually in the martinis, the other two olives were old and dried up. $15 for that sad martini!!! Sunny outside but there was only two umbrellas that were functional, the rest were broken. Prices are ridiculous for a boating hangout bar. Missing Jack's. Positive note they had a great woman singer/guitar that day unfortunately forgot her name. read more

The scallops were over cooked, and salty. I have enjoyed a better steak at home. The crab cakes were good (Fly Trap in Ferndale are much better), but very overpriced. Not a fan at all. read more

I've been to Hook a couple of times. It's a cool vibe, but can be loud at times. Service is alright; Renee was our server most recently and she wasn't that stellar. She didn't ask if our party wanted another bottle of wine nor if we wanted dessert. This was surprising, since she revealed that she's been working at Hook since it opened and went through six months of training. I asked for olive oil for the bread and was denied-which is hard to believe. The wine selection was nice. The pasta dish with lobster, that was ordered during the first experience, lacked flavor; however, a large portion. The best part of the night was the Asian sea bass special. It was phenomenal! The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavor was astounding. I would go here time and time again for this dish. read more

Hook - Asian Sea Bass Special - Seafood Near Me - Saint Clair Shores, Michigan

Our first time at Hook, a party of 11 for dinner, Kevin, our server was great, he went above and beyond to accomodate us. The entrees were perfection, matched by beautiful presentation of each dish. The ambiance, view of the boats and lake made it truly a lovely dining experience. We went back for Sunday Brunch, again everything was wonderful, including our server, Anna. Thanks Chef Bobby, Rita and Norm read more

Every time I went there, I feel it wasn't fresh. I got sick. They might need Gordon Ramsay to go check their freezer.

Ordered a martini it was a shot I thought they were kidding pics below. Prices way to high it was like 13.00 for that chocolate martini. Ordered sushi rolls took forever. read more

Hook - Chocolate martini. It's a joke - Seafood Near Me - Saint Clair Shores, Michigan

This is been my fifth time eating there since they've been open. Every time I've been there, it's been hot and cold. I've had one very nice experience. Saturday night was definitely the worst. We had a reservation for a table of 12, it was my girlfriend Kelly's birthday. My very good friend Mandy decided to come last minute, she was also employed there as a bartender. We were seated right next to the bar and had to continuously go up to the bar and get drinks because our server was slow. I actually waited 40 minutes for a mai tai. When it was brought out to the table, it was in a pop class, and it was yellow. No garnish no nothing, it looked like Mountain Dew. Our food took over an hour to come out, and my actual order of one sushi roll took an hour and a half to come out. Everyone had their steaks and was more than halfway done eating before I even got my order after I asked for it. My sushi also tasted like it was warm like it was sitting underneath the heat lamps. I wasn't thrilled, but I kept my mouth shut because I know Mandy worked there and I didn't want to cause any trouble and she kept on making excuses about how they were busy, she was trying to stick up for the place. The people in our party sitting across we're not so accommodating. They justly complained and we were told the waitress didn't wanna wait on our table anymore. When the other couples food did come out, their crab was cold, and it was not cut like they asked them to so they sent it back. I will post pics of the stringy shoelace calamari, it was literally one gross piece. So unappetizing. My friend Mandy went over to talk to the manager and the owner. Bobby proceeded to humiliate her by chastising her in front of the entire restaurant, including our group. We were 6 feet away from her. She was crying and they fired her in front of everybody. I have never seen anything so unprofessional my life. I walked up very calmly, because I did not want to escalate the situation and Bobby told me that he was in the middle of something and shoos me a wait with his hand. It was extremely condescending and I was floored, but I didn't say anything because again I didn't want to escalate the situation. Apparently Bobby doesn't want my business and quite frankly, I have no desire to spend my money there. I could go on and on with many more small screw up's, but you get the idea. Very rude and chauvinistic disrespectful owner. That's reason enough to never frequent with that place again. Good luck staying open over the winter Bobby read more

Hook - Shoestring calamari - Seafood Near Me - Saint Clair Shores, Michigan

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We were looking for a friendly, dog-friendly outdoor restaurant space, but we found so much more! The atmosphere and view was so great. The staff was so friendly and welcoming, and the food was some of the best we've ever had. Kudos to the chef! You should jar up and sell that salsa, by the way. And our little dog, Huckleberry, was welcomed as a guest as well, even offering a bowl of water for him. I highly recommend this place, and if I didn't live 4 hours away, I would be a regular. read more

Great location next the marinas and close to the lake. Great vibe. We sat at the bar for happy hour. Tried 6 items *Raw oysters, fresh, delicious, large *Chowder, better than most, not straight up NE style, not quite brothy, but not that fake-mashed potatoes thickness you get in the Midwest. Large chunks of clams. V good flavor. *Garlic Asparagus, decent, a little over cooked, had one woody stalk. *Blake's brined wings, unique flavor that was very good, probably cooked perfectly, while I like mine a little crisper, we did not make that special request. *California Roll, better than most. Extra creamy due to the extra large piece of fresh avocado. *crab Cakes, about as good as anywhere in the area; the flavor was spot on, fresh, delicate, not lump but flake, with very little filler. Really good Ambiance great. Bartender service great. Staff friendly. Food very good. We're thinking of bringing our adult children for weekend brunch. read more

Really disappointed. Prices for entrees were ridiculous. Food quality was pretty bad. Everything was way over salted and the oil used in the cooking was awful. I was very surprised how poor was Loved what they did with the renovations it needed it. Not my type of culinary taste read more

Top notch experience from start to finish. Valet was awesome to help with the limited parking. Drinks and food were incredible, truly a level above most restaurants in the area at a lower cost than upscale restaurants surrounding Detroit. The service was 10/10, so many helpful people asking to assist in any way. Lovely view of the boats coming in while enjoying dinner. We have found our new date night spot! read more

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I've only been here twice - and I don't know why. The food is outstanding. Some think it's pricey - I think an 8oz filet for $52 is reasonable if someone cooks it to perfection and serves with asparagus too! My friend and me had a side of mushrooms which it was a huge assortment & delicious. Our other friend had a pasta that was delicious and she took much of it home for lunch. Our server Renee was outstanding, always coming to inquire about another drink, etc. We asked our steaks to be cooked Medium but close to rare, NO blood. I couldn't have cooked it better myself. We are inquiring about a reservation for 8 for New Years - I hope they can accommodate us. Make a reservation! PS - Their steak bites are divine served with marrow- read more

Beautiful atmosphere and great service! We had the calamari, crab cakes and lobster pasta with scallops - everything was so flavorful and tasted amazing. Can't wait to go back again and try more items, would definitely recommend ! read more

We tried Hook for a birthday dinner. We ordered sushi appetizer and they brought two plates of sushi which weren't ours.The server left one dish on our table as she tried to figure out who's sushi was on our table. They came back,walked around in a big circle and dropped it at the table behind us. That is so wrong.. I ordered clam chowder soup,never received it! I decided to have a non alcoholic beer and the waiter says we have two choices. I order my beer and 5 minutes later he says they have none in stock. Friday night at 6:00?? My wife ordered Ceviche and the fish was old and she didn't even eat it,they did take it off the bill though.Order scallops and the food was warm at best,it must of been sitting for 5 minutes before delivery.Two guest ordered the Salmon and it was not hot and the accompaniments were terrible.They also removed the soup off our bill.Way overpriced for the quality of food. First and last time for this place. read more

Wow. Want a disappointment. Made a reservation as we were told that was the only way you could dine in. Food was below average, better sushi at Kroger and the worst part was the lack of service and being out of most of the menu a hour after opening. Waited forever to be greeted in a mostly empty restaurant and when the waitress arrived no introduction just what cha want to drink? Ordered a old fashion to drink and it was awful! Anyways more then anything I guess I'm just embarrassed for the owner and management. Won't be retuning or recommending that for sure. So many better options on the nautical mile read more

They shouldn't even get 1 star. Parking is a joke here, which is no surprise. Made reservations at 7 for the patio they sat us near the bar. We ordered 3 apps & put them in. She comes back and says they are out of the crab cakes which she didn't say earlier when she explained some of the things that were out of season. We waited 50 minutes for mussels!!! I told her we we wanted the bill and we left. Very poor service by the hook team. They need to figure it out very fast or this place will crumble. I will not be back!! read more

Chef Bobby did a beautiful renovation job from top to bottom on this once run-down St. Clair Shores dockside restaurant. The menu is creative and the food is delicious while not terribly expensive. Since it is a new restaurant with new staff, you have to give them a little grace while they figure things out. They just opened their doors and are slammed nightly. I'm guessing that they were not prepared for such heavy crowds so quickly. Once the staff gets the lay of the land and the chef gets the menu down, this restaurant will be a force to be reckoned with regardless of the season. read more

Hook has a great atmosphere and ambiance. The bread and butter are delicious. Everything we've tried off the menu has been very good.

Looks great. Popped in today--- sat at the bar which was not full. Was served water from bud boy. Had to ask for a menu after a sitting for 10 minutes with our water. Sat another 10 minutes with our menus-- not one acknowledgment or word from the two servers. It was odd and uncomfortable-- we left. Paid $5 for valet and some water. Maybe better service if you make reservations and come for dinner. (I hope). read more

I ordered the Filet Mignon oscar style... a $60 steak. I haven't sent back food in years but tonight that changed. I ordered it medium rare and the steak was literally well done, I've never seen anything like it. My new steak took over 15m to come and the waitress recommended we just get it to go. The mushroom ravioli was good, along with the sushi, but 3 of us ordered steak and all 3 were overcooked. read more

Not sure who thought it would be a good idea to book a rock band for Father's Day. It was extremely loud. So loud that the tables by the stage went unused. We had a reservation and we're seated late. It took 10-15 minutes for a server to greet our table and take our drink orders. Before the drinks came, we decided that we couldn't stand the loud music and having to shout at each other in conversation. So we got up and left. As did at least two other parties that we spoke with as we waited for our valet. The remodel is nice. Didn't get a chance to try the food. Service was slow. Food prices seemed a bit high, and the noise from the stage was absolutely terrible. Save the loud rock music for after 10pm on a Friday or Saturday night. read more

I had moved away from my home town of Grosse Pointe Shores for about 17 years and came home to be disappointed by a community that has been devoid of new and unique with quality and solid service in our food establishments. SCS has been kind of a stagnant, going through the motions type of restaurant community for too long. It is about time we have a place with a higher end, new and fresh look, clean and a welcoming restaurant with a unique twist. Well Bobby and Tom have done it!~ Welcome to SCS Hook. I have eaten there a couple of times thus far and have explored a couple of the unique dishes they have to offer. Hats off to Chef Bobby and his line chefs. I love unique and welcoming comfort flavors and to bring them together is a gift of a fine pallet and expert chef. My first venture out I had the sushi and the pasta. The fusion flavor of gaeng keow wan (green curry) in the mussels was indeed a pleasant surprise. Perhaps that is what I like best about fusion cuisine.. the surprise of unique flavors coupled with our own favorite dishes and flavors deliver with a burst of surprise on the pallet. The sushi rivals all that I have had here in Detroit thus far. Thanks and hats off to Bobby and Tom for reviving the scene! read more

Food was good. Service was just OK. I think our waiter was new. He tried hard, but often disappeared for long amount of time, and had to be asked to removed empty dishes and bottles read more

First off, the food was great, but everything else is lacking. They are training new staff and we waited for a very long time before a waitress came over to take our drink orders. We waited so long we went to the bar to get our waters ourselves. The bar has very limited choices, no premium blended scotch so don't expect Chivas, Black Label etc. The Air conditioning is horrendous. When it came on we felt we were in a blast chiller. Bring a blanket! My wife's food came out 6-7 minutes before mine did. This is inexcusable, so bring something to occupy your time if you are the one waiting for your dinner. We may go back after they have had a chance to train the staff but we will either be sitting on the patio or at the bar, the sub zero HVAC experience was excruciatingly painful. read more

I called to order food at 9:25 , but they close at 11 pm I don't understand why they have on the website open and 11 Pm . read more

Ambiance good, I like what they've done with the place. We had the salmon. By itself really good, what it comes with meh, boring mixed veg and not even a potato. Miso soup, not good. Fish and chips, partially good, again the fish part only. The slaw wasn't great and neither were the fries. We got there right when the opened, I'm not sure how we were served fries that seemed an hour old. Dessert was delicious and plated well , had the key lime and the chocolate cherry tortes, at least those were worth it! Service was sub par as well, she didn't even ask us if we wanted another drink, drinks are easy money. I have mixed feelings about going back. Most likely will for the ambience. BTW this was our anniversary dinner... read more

Service was absolutely terrible. Brought out of town company and sat outside. 50 min to get s glass of wine. No drink orders taken for almost 25 min.. Group of 8 and was not overtly crowded. Then they tack 22% tip onto our bills for poor service. Food was good but took forever. Parking outside is also a nightmare during the summer. read more

Not impressed. Obviously it has an atmosphere geared to a younger crowd, which I understand. The thing I'm not particularly wild about is the food. I expect a whole lot more from Chef Bobby. Service was good, and the food isn't bad, it's just not great. Definitely way over priced, and not a lot of food. I will try it one more time, but that will be the last time if it isn't better. I've had friends that have had bad experiences, but I will be my own judge. Parking is ridiculous, and again another money grab. Very nosy, and I guess that's the new thing, because I have noticed more and more restaurants like that, so again, a younger crowd atmosphere. It's to bad, I'm a boater and I would enjoy taking clients there for lunch, or dinner. I don't think that will be happening. Phil B. GPF. read more

Stopped in this past week with my mom for some Jumbo scallops, Linquine Alle Vongole, Volcano roll and bread pudding. Everything was well portioned and flavorful. I was surprised they had kid menu options that my son was able to order from. Even his burger and fries looked great! They had complimentary valet which was nice to avoid walking far on the rainy day. I'm already planning on going back this weekend for the lobster waffles I've heard about! read more