Couldn't decide where to eat and decided to try the Frying Pan…read more Got in there for lunch, me and three family members. To say the food was outstanding would be an understatement. And we were lucky enough to have Chris J as our waiter. He's also the facilities manager. The man never stops! He's either training somebody, serving somebody or cleaning up and assisting coworkers. If you go in, ask for him because you won't be disappointed. I had the steak tip wrap and it was outstanding. All beef with no fat. Another guest of ours had the chicken wrap that was outstanding. And they have killer french fries! Very large beer selection to boot. Definitely going back!

Hands down best food we had our trip! The biscuits…read more.. GUYSSSS! Hot, buttery... soft. It's a MUST! Also my ribs were fantastic! The grits and mashed potatoes were wonderful supporting characters! Would definitely go back! Oh and hush puppies with honey butter for every table!! Love it! Ohhhh! And we got pork belly and then put it in the biscuit... DELICIOUS

We wanted a break from the seafood so we drifted over to this place. That wound up being a good…read moremove. We were seated immediately upon arrival. We just beat the rush. There's no a lot of space inside but our booth was comfortable. The place is decorated appropriately for a barbecue restaurant. The place was clean. Our server was amazing. She was talkative and helpful. She recommended the potato salad which was a good idea. We received our orders quickly. Our food was delicious. The barbecue was good. The 1/2 chicken was moist and flavorful. We got our money's worth. I definitely recommend this place.

Stop in because sign read lunch for $10. I decided I only wanted a BBQ sandwich and a drink. Paid…read morearound $15 which no problem. No Coke or Pepsi which I never been to a place that didn't carry at least one. I asked to sit outside, the lady gave me my drink and I waited, and waited, and waited finally I got up to go inside to see what was taking so long and the waitress met me at the door and handed me a sack like a to go order. I sat outside and finished my sandwich which was not that great meat had a lot of fat but the bbq sauce was good so made the sandwich ok. Because of the long wait time and being served in a to go bag not to mention it wasn't that good I do NOT recommend this place.

Food/service/wonderful water view Just left…read more Great soft shell crabs/ shrimp. Our waitress was the best! Will be back

Pretty disappointed about our two most recent visits. I feel like their attention to detail and…read morequality is going down hill. Originally reviewed 2 years ago and was so pleased. We have been to the restaurant 6 times over the last several years and our visit in March 2026 and last night, May 15th 2026, has prompted me to lower the rating. First, my wife's shrimp cocktail had not been deveined, for $17 dollars would expect the few shrimp to be pristine and ready to eat. Plus the greens that were under the shrimp were not just wilted but "gooey" like they were past their due date. I had the ribeye and ordered it medium rare. It came out well done without a hint of pink. The chefs potatoes last night were a mashed variety and they were cold and stiff enough to lay brick with. Our server, Richard, was friendly enough but he came to our table a total of 4 times in the 70 minutes we were there. Even if we wanted to communicate about our meals preparation it would require for our service to have been better. The lobster bisque was excellent and my wife had a side of fries that were also good. The ambience is lovely and we like the location, but after two recent visits with really poor food and service, we won't be back. To those about to nosh, you have been warned. Go elsewhere.

Food was good and our server Julie was incredible. She was so nice and went above and beyond to…read moremake our dinner special. Thanks Julie!

Menu interesting but execution needs work. Fish drowned in sauce and flavors suboptimal. Atmosphere…read moreand ambiance good. Service also good. Alyssa was great!

Visited 3X so far. Food is very good…read more Service is very slow. Ambiance is better with the remodel.

Food and service are great. To get the specials though, go early, they sell out quicklyread more

If you want that "where everybody knows your name" kind of place, this is it. The staff remembered…read moreus by our second visit, which says a lot given the amount of folks going in and out. We ended up having breakfast there three days in a row--coffee was always flowing, and our food came out quickly, even with special requests. We didn't get a chance to try lunch, but it's a great spot if you're looking for a yummy, early breakfast with friendly, attentive service.

Very friendly and clean, fast service. I got the fish and chips, I ask for fries instead of chips…read moreand they were very accommodating. For being next to the ocean I expected fresh fish but that was not what I got, I guess I should have asked before ordering so my mistake. It was ok but NOT for the price. I would try again but never order the fish and chips again.

Good service. French toast was okay…read more Waffle was overdone and very dry. Overall not real clean -- table was sticky. Would not go again given the other options in the area. Leaning to 2 stars but went with 3

Went there today. The review is much the same as the one from last year. I had eggs over easy…read more(cooked to perfection), sausage, bacon and avocado. The staff were very attentive and pleasant. I have to say that, unlike the first review, the coffee was meh, at best. But then I'm really picky about my coffee. :)

Love Swain's! Food is amazing and the staff is friendly. One of our favorite places on the island.read more

This was our second vist to this location. We've attempted to visit before but their hours have not…read moremet our needs. Arrived on a Friday night and was seated promptly away from the noisier larger dining area. We enjoyed our seats around corner of front door. Lily was right with us asking for a drink order which we only had water. My wife ordered the fish special that came with baked fish, hush puppies and coleslaw. I ordered Mermaids Delight which was Sautéed scallops, shrimp, mushrooms and scallions in a garlic, parmesan cream sauce finished with lump Blue Crab over linguini pasta. Everything tasted good and service was ok. I had a little problem with value of meal and the atmosphere is nothing to right home about.