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    Las Islitas

    3.1 (54 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Huachinango Frito Al Ajo
    Akilah A.

    If you're looking for the best fried red snapper you've ever tasted, look no further! This is our go to location for fresh, fried fish. They make it to order and it can come in three ways - plain, garlic or spicy. It's full of flavor! The only problem is wishing it came with more of the side of rice. We add on another serving. We also enjoy the ceviche as an appetizer. When we use to dine-in, the service was great. For to go orders, it is well packaged and still warm when I arrive home, approximately 10 minutes away.

    Paella
    Claudia A.

    Took me a while to find this place on Yelp, I guess the named changed to Las Islitas. I had a blast here last night with my family. They have a very large and bar plus a state where they must do live music on weekends. They offer a wide array of alcoholic drinks. My dad got a beer and I got a cantarrito. It's a drink served in a clay pot with tequila,orange juice, freshly grapefruit juice (or soda), lime juice, salt. They do start you off with tostadas and chopped mixed ceviche (raw fish and shrimp cooked in lime juice and spices). It's a little bowl but you have plenty to get an idea of what to expect in terms of the flavors of the restaurant. Once you consume that they'll keep bringing tostadas to go with your meal (these are baked tortillas that you can break into chips with your meal). We got oysters on the half shell and they were great. We also tried the ceviche on a tostada which is raw seafood (shrimp) cooked in lime and spices. My sister loved the shrimp ceviche but I thought it was too spicy. My sister got a cocktel de camaron y pulpo which is a shrimp and octopus cocktail served in a large chalice with tomato juice and lime juice. She thought it was made just right. Tasted very fresh. My dad got the caldo 7 mares which is a seafood soup with everything but the kitchen sink: fish, octopus, crawfish, shrimp, crab legs, muscles, and scallops. He ate every last bite. I got the paella which is a seafood stew cooked with rice along with all the seafood choices you could ask for: shrimp, crab legs, muscles, clams, scallops, octopus, and fish. It was just the way I like it, not soupy but rather well seasoned chunky rice. Overall we liked every plate we ordered. FYI, service is very very slow. If you can get past this, you like this place. Good drinks and food. Staff is very friendly too, just slow.

    Sangria!!!!
    Tiffani W.

    "It's national Paella day, lets go get paella" Thats how our visit to Las Islitas started. Easy to locate, plenty of parking, lots of seating. WHAT AN EXTENSIVE MENU!!! I really had to stay focused on the mission....PAELLA! So first a sangria to help me focus! It was perfect, not too sweet, not too tart. Then I was able to order the paella. Soooo glad I did. It was LOADED....I mean loaded with seafood and the cluster of crab legs placed on top was a welcome bonus. I ordered the small and it was such a large portion, 2 people could easily split. My friend got the pineapple entree with the seafood on it. I didn't try it but he said the sauce was a little too much for the dish. We put this on our must go back list. I already know what I want to try!!!

    So good! Give them a shot.
    Najah H.

    We love seafood and always scout out places to get fresh, tasty shrimp, oysters, crab, etc. Mariscos has an interesting exterior with a cartoon lobster and a huge banner for chicken. It's in a quiet shopping Plaza behind the Wells Fargo Bank. You'll miss it if you're driving too fast! When we arrived the live mariachi band was playing. It was like we (Black Americans) had intruded on a private party! I think the staff was surprised to see non-Hispanic patrons. I'm from NYC so eating at Latino places is common. Money is green last time I checked!! Either way we were seated - after they found an English speaking server. Sort of odd - it's 2016 in Smyrna, Georgia but I digress. I started with the oysters that had fresh shrimp on top (see pic). Just delicious! Mom and I had a drink, then entrees that hit the mark. I'll be back for ceviche and some hot dishes. Just hope they're more welcoming to all.

    Octopus and shrimp ceviche appetizer.
    Jeff C.

    This is another of those "How did I not know this was here and how good it is?" Moment. Admittedly, the Buford Highway area can be considered the most interesting and diverse concentration of authentic ethnic eats. When you find something this different and authentic OBW(tm) (Off Buford Highway) it's fairly noteworthy. Atlanta and in particular OTP are rife with decent basic family Mexican restaurants. In some ways those restaurants are a bit like the army of allegedly different Chinese take out/delivery places. The menu's are all basically the same and the food is all the same. Sure some have a work or grill guy or gal that's a little better at this, or a little worse at that. In the Mexican world the refried beans all look and taste the same. The rice is all the same, everything comes with a server holding your plate with an Iron Workers teflon mit because somehow screaming, ridiculously hot plates is an indicator of authentic (read: non-gringo) Mexican food. Long live the enchilada and the Texas margarita. Nothing wrong with this, by the way, but it's chalked up by many to be "real" Mexican. It ain't. It's about as real Mexican as Domino's is real Italian Pizza. Las Islitas is located on the northeast corner of S. Cobb Drive and Concord Road SE in Smyrna in a nondescript mini-strip mall. It's incredibly easy to miss this space, so look carefully. The parking lot is tight and at busy times it can be difficult... but preservers. You will be rewarded. You enter the restaurant to high ceilings, a little bright and definitely clean but with that vibe of an ethnic restaurant. There is a 10-12 seat bar in the back, but didn't check that out this time as we could get right to a table. There is a stage at the far end that they use for a wide range of live entertainment - Mexican Karaoke the night we were there. Sounds horrible, I know, but it actually wasn't bad at all. The most important thing here is the food (duh!). It's a seafood focused menu... Mariscos if you will. While the seafood/shellfish choices are confined to those things I suspect they can reliably get via purveyors in Atlanta, what they feature is impeccably fresh and well prepared. Start with a Mexican version of a Shrimp Cocktail... or, Cocktel. A combination of seafood (shrimp, octopus, clams, crab, etc.) mixed with fresh avocado, celery and other ingredients. Think a mix between gazpacho, Bloody Mary and fresh, clean seafood flavors. Yeah, a bit hard to imagine, but trust me. It's good. Rul good. A large is way more than enough to split between 2-4 people depending on if it's an entree or component of a multi-item feast. But try it. It's good. Molchajeteada is declared as the house specialty, but you've got to dig into the multi page menu to find it. A molchajete is a stone mortar and pestle historically used in Mexico to make salsas, grind spices, etc. In this dish, they head the molchajete up to a nuclear hot temperature. Unlike the gringo Mexican places above, in this case hot is important. They stuff it with some beef, nopales, marinated chicken, avocado, hang some well seasoned and perfectly cooked 16/20 count shrimp, grilled onions and all slathered with a bubbling sauce that carmelizes on the molchajete. This is a ton of food - best shared with another and is a bit messy... but all fresh, freshly cooked and terrifically presented. Now, a few words of advice. This isn't one of those gringo Mexican places that we all have been to on Friday night. Las Islitas caters to the Latino community primarily and as such their staff is often a bit more limited in their English. So bring your google translate, or do a little homework in advance and you'll have a great time. The menu is in Spanish with English translations. The staff was efficient and extremely friendly and while not at the price point of the Friday night places, for the quality and fresh preparation, a fair price. Looking for a more interesting Friday night Mexican food experience - try this. Order ceviche (was super fresh and really flavorful), get a margarita and try some well prepared food that will shake up your rice and beans routine.

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    Maylin S.

    Visited from out of town and was taken there by a friend. Family restaurant, lively atmosphere; music, full bar. Very extensive menu! Great food, service.. great for parties and gatherings as well as a date night. I ate grilled shrimp platter came with rice and salad. It's like bbq shrimp delish. My friend had the fried snapper.. that looked and tasted amazing!!

    RED SNAPPER & OCTOPUS!!!

    wowed by ivan,customer service was just brilliant!!!!! massive amount of sublime food i love this restaurant they have my heart for life!!!! extra fresh food & super clean restaurant!!! from roqet-nova massive respect godspeed1 please stop by every one!!!!!

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    Horrible Customer Service! Ordered 7 mares it was good, but the staff do not speak English and ignores its none Spanish speaking customers

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    Mezza Luna - Fettuccine alla pescatore

    Mezza Luna

    4.5(834 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$$

    A friend turned me onto this old school small local vibe Italian restaurant…read more It doesn't look like much from the outside but it's a great place to grab some authentic homemade Italian. A bit off the beaten path and ponied up to a liquor store, this little gem is probably not a place I'd venture out to without a recommendation. And I'm so glad we had one. Great homemade pastas and other great Italian treats. Started off with some hot bread right out of the oven and then went for a caesar salad and a lovely gnocchi pasta from scratch..... delicious. The only thing I'd change is the caesar salad had way too much dressing. Everything else top notch. Including the service, which was fantastic.

    This was a first impression visit- party of 8. I called for a reservation. Special occasion on a…read moresaturday night at 8PM. Located in a suite next to a package store. Free small parking lot in front. Free extra parking across the street. The total was about $150 for 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, 2 drinks, and a dessert. Pros The quiet, intimate, and classy atmosphere was exactly what I needed for my family. When we first arrived, our table was not ready and we had to wait outside. However we were given continuous updates on when the table would be ready, they apologized, and they were very understanding. Considering we were a large party in an intimate space, we understood and only waited about 20 minutes before the table was ready. You could tell the food was fresh, the orders came fast, and the service was amazing. The fresh in house pasta took everything to the next level. It was the perfect night out. Cons The establishment is intimate so I do not think it would ideal for extra large parties. I had a party of 8 at 8PM but I dont know if they could have accomodated us if it was any earlier during prime dinner time. I wish they had a better parking situation but its not bad and its free. Would I Recommend: Absolutely! I will be returning! No complaints. Follow me here on Yelp and @jessreviewss on Tik Tok/Instagram for more.

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    Hook Line & Schooner - Lobster and Shrimp Rangoons

    Hook Line & Schooner

    3.7(553 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    First off, Georgia was such a great server! She made our family dinner even nicer. I think everyone…read moreelse I was with had visited before, but it was my first time. The decor as those casual seaside vibes, and the food was nice and fresh. I like the variety in oysters and I think my favorite type was cajun oysters. I also had the seafood canneloni, and I look forward to having the scampi next time. For seafood lovers, this is an modest hidden gem. I'm glad I know about it now!

    Based on the age of the reviews on Yelp, this spot has been around for at least 10 years. I am…read moresurprised that I am just now giving this restaurant a try. They are located towards the front area of West village. They are across from Starbucks - just in case you need a reference point. Parking can become problematic because of the amount of businesses and residences in the area. However, if you are unable to find a parking spot nearby, West Village does have a parking garage . I arrived at this restaurant around 7pm on a Saturday. There were a decent abound of patrons, but my party of two was seated immediately upon entering. We opted to dine outside since it was such a nice evening. The wait staff was attentive and friendly throughout the night. I also noticed that the staff works as a team, which I love to see. The menu at this spot is massive. There should be something for everyone at this spot. I opted to try the shrimp nachos with a side of sautéed spinach. My friend ordered the linguine Alfredo dish and added shrimp. The food came out quickly, but appeared to be warm. I enjoyed my nachos and the spinach. The spinach was a little salty, but I was able to finish them. I tried my friend's pasta, which was also tasty. Overall I say this spot is solid. Service is outstanding, and the food is decent. If in the area and seeking seafood it's worth checking out !

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    The Manna House

    The Manna House

    4.3(176 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    If you're in Marietta and craving some truly divine soul food, you have to stop by The Manna House…read more I ordered the catfish with mac 'n cheese, collard greens, and cornbread, and let me just say, this meal was worth every extra minute it took to get off I-75. Let's start with the catfish: perfectly crispy on the outside, flaky and tender on the inside, and seasoned like somebody's grandma whispered the recipe in the chef's ear. Honestly, it was so good I almost asked for another plate just in case I missed something the first time. This is a 10/10, no notes kind of dish. Now, the collard greens? Whew! These greens deserve their own standing ovation. They were hands-down the best I've ever had--an 11/10, slap-yo-mama, text-everyone-you-know level of good. Perfectly seasoned, just the right amount of smokiness, and with a flavor that'll make you question every other batch of collards you've ever eaten. The mac 'n cheese was solid--cheesy and definitely satisfying. The cornbread? Sweet, moist, and the perfect sidekick to all the rich flavors on the plate. Everything was served hot and fresh, and the service was as warm as the food. The only catch (besides that incredible catfish)? It's a bit of a drive from the highway, so plan accordingly if you're popping in for lunch. But trust me, The Manna House is worth every minute of the detour. Just go ahead and clear your schedule--you'll want to savor every bite.

    I j ew this spot wouldn't last when it moved. The food wasn't as good and the new owner was just…read morenickel and diming everybody. I hate that it closed permanently because the food on the Fairground location was phenomenal!!!

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    Canoe - Bakery basket small

    Canoe

    4.4(2.6k reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$$

    On a beautiful early summer day with warm sunshine and gentle breezes, it was a pleasure to sit at…read moreone of the outside patio tables, overlooking the colorful flower garden and the lazy river -with food and service that lived up to this restaurant's positive reputation and its 5 star reviews. Food: 5/5 We decided to try a leisurely lunch. The menu is not large, but it has enough variety to be interesting. Everything we tried was delicious. The smoked salmon appetizer portion was large, but the best part was the great flavor. I can see why this choice has been on the menu for years. The Vidalia onion soup will be a surprise for the non-Georgians who expect it to be similar to a savory beef broth like French onion soup. Georgia's onions from the Vidalia area are sweet and tasty enough to carry the soup without the help of a meat broth and the green pesto sauce offers a nice additional touch. The salmon on fresh salad was done perfectly. The panka-crusted cod with mashed potatoes and spinach was outstanding. Both were seasoned so lightly that the true flavors shone through. The portions were generous enough that dessert at the time would have been too much, but others can do as we did and take home one of the dessert choices. Next time we plan to try their sandwiches which looked yummy at other tables. Service : 5/5 Service was excellent from the pleasant greeting, through the entire meal. Our server, Clayton, couldn't have been more helpful with the menu, as well as being very efficient and amiable. He made sure our food was served promptly and our beverages glasses were full, and our requests were met quickly. Facility: The facility lends itself to the riverside experience from the canoe in the entryway ceiling to the flowers and bird feeders just beyond the patio tables. The white tablecloth ambiance informs you that this isn't a fast-food experience. There are tents set aside in a more private are of the garden as a lovely venue for special events Location : This isn't a quick roadside stop next to a 6-lane highway. Even though the restaurant is convenient to dine in an Atlanta suburb, the roads to the restaurant wind and meander for a short distance through one of the prettiest neighborhoods, with a canopy of large old trees, with lovely fences, hedges, and gates lining the road. There is courteous valet parking at the front door. The restaurant is not inexpensive but it is well worth the prices paid, in our opinion.

    After trying twice to order takeout I have been unsuccessful. Depending on the night they…read morearbitrarily decide whether they will take takeout orders. I'd understand if they stated it online or somewhere but they decide each evening whether or not they will take any takeout orders and then only way to find out is by calling. This is incredibly frustrating because you can't plan or count on being able to get food from there and with a menu as expensive as theirs that's just unacceptable, in my opinion. My impression is that they are stuck in the 1980s around when they opened and don't want to update the experience. Hence their post strict dress code and arbitrary takeout policy.

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    Our view! It quickly turned to night and the lights came out...

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    Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

    Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

    4.0(2k reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Pappadeaux on Windy Hill is one of those places I've been to enough times to know exactly what I…read morelike. I love stopping in for Happy Hour when I can. It's a great way to grab a drink and a few bites without committing to a full dinner, and the bar area usually has a good after-work energy. As far as the food, I have several favorites. The Seafood Gumbo is always a good start, and the Seafood Fondeaux is rich, cheesy, and perfect for sharing. For entrées, the Redfish Pontchartrain and Fried Catfish are both solid choices. The Cobb Salad is another good option when I want something a little lighter. And I almost always get the Strawberry Lemonade. One important note if you don't eat pork: stay away from the Chicken & Sausage Gumbo and the Dirty Rice because both contain pork. I always appreciate knowing things like that ahead of time. The food is consistently flavorful and portions are generous, which is probably why this location stays so busy. Parking is technically ample because the lot is large, but don't let that fool you. After work and on weekends, this place can be packed. Give yourself extra time to circle the lot and find a space, and if you're coming during peak hours, be prepared for a wait. The atmosphere is lively and casual with that familiar Pappadeaux New Orleans-inspired feel. It's definitely not the place I'd choose if I wanted a quiet dinner, but for seafood, drinks, and a fun crowd, it works. I keep coming back because I know what I like, the food is dependable, and Happy Hour is always a good idea here.

    The food and drinks here are amazing !! The wait is always super long like 2-3 hours on the regular…read moreespecially in the weekends after 3pm. I sat at the bar if you're over 21+ and by yourself or with one person the bar is your best bet. Anyways let's get into the food. Seafood was amazing and I'm a hard critic I'm from Baltimore. The customer service was top tier, everyone was sweet and very attentive even at the bar. To drink I got the perfect patron margarita - frozen 100/10 it was so good and strong. I got the medium I promise you only need one. My Food I ordered crab and spinach dip 9/10..very good I didn't care for the crostini's that comes with it regular crackers or bread is better. But the dip is delicious wish it had a lil more crab meat tho!! Entree is ordered the Salmon Alexander w/dirty rice and a Caesar salad. Dessert I ordered the cheesecake so good!! I will be back They are running a $49/pp special right now. Should go check them out if you're interested!!

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    Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
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    101 Steak - Jalapeno Corn Brule with Bacon

    101 Steak

    4.2(347 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$$

    Amazing food, great service, & lovely ambiance!…read more Parking - there's valet parking which is very reasonably priced & convenient. They'll send you a link when you take them your car then you use the link to request your vehicle. Service - great! The staff is very knowledgeable about items on & off the menu as well as any specials. If you have a question, definitely ask them, they will know. Food - awesome! Nice portions. They will even cut your steak off the bone for you. Overall, I would definitely return. I went for a birthday dinner but will go back to check out their happy hour or lunch

    Had a large group of people in private room for customer entertainment recently. 2 Stars may…read moreadmittedly be a little harsh - I would give 2.5 if that were possible, but the INSANE prices pushed this review down. Ambiance is very, very nice - have to give full credit on that - 5 Stars. Waiter 'took the liberty of choosing some wines which are not very expensive' in his words, and had them on display. The wines were all $150 and above, and I know the wines well - having two of them in my home consistently. They are $50 bottles of wine retail. Ordered two 'Seafood Towers', which were insanely expensive. How do you call them Towers??? Very, very meager portions - especially for the money. I ordered a butchers' cut steak, so no description on the menu as it changes. Waiter never told me it was pepper encrusted. Ordered Medium, of course came out Rare. Took two bites and pushed it away. It was not dry aged or wagyu - so how do you charge almost $100 for a steak??? Final bill came out to $4,700. Sorry - that's outrageous. If you are going to charge NYC Steakhouse prices - you need to be top notch. Not Top Notch.

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    Amazing bar

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    8 oz Petite Filet*

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