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Mambo Seafood

3.6 (241 reviews)
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Good for kids

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Fried tilapia with fried rice
Sarah W.

I feel like you can't go wrong with any menu items here. The fried rice, whole tilapia, seafood cocktail are all great. I wasn't crazy about the breading on the fried shrimp but everyone else loved it when we went. The staff is friendly and attentive and the manager stopped by our table a couple times to check on us during a seemingly busy dinner time

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Sydney C.

It was Mother's Day when I went & it was packed but was able to find seating. You walk in & sit down where you please. The food was average but I really enjoyed the calamari! I had the shrimp tacos & wasn't really impressed. I could of made that at home. The rice is so good though. The service was okay. I think some things got misinterpreted due to the language differences but it was no big deal. We asked for some water and never received any but that's okay because it wasn't crucial so we weren't really complaining. I asked if the coleslaw and Pico de gallo can be put on the side & was told no so when I received my tacos, I removed the coleslaw and pico myself. The food didn't really take that long to come out considering it was packed and Mother's Day.

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3 months ago

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5 months ago

Both the service and food were great! The outside patio seating was perfect with the good weather!

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Mayra B.

Thank you Bobbie for your comment see you soon!!

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7 months ago

Music too loud, but manager and waitress were very kind. The bacon wrapped shrimp was very good

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10 months ago

Yeli was super nice great service and very quick with everything ask for her when you come to mambo!

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1 year ago

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1 year ago

Me encanta la comida exelente y servicio 100% recomendado....las bartender y meseras muy amables ambiente familiar

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3 years ago

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1 year ago

The food was good as always, perfect drinks, no wait. And it wasn't too hard on our pocket.

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11 months ago

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1 year ago

Thank you Miranda for excellent customer service. Our food was very good. We had 1 fried fish and shrimp with coleslaw. Fresh and delicious.

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11 months ago

Muchas gracias Alejandra y Meitice , excelentes managers. Muy rica la comida Muy buen servicio de las meseras

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Olivia was really pleasant and had excellent service. Nathaly was a very nice manager checking with customers.

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1 year ago

La comida muy buena, solemos frecuentar este lugar pero hoy estuvimos esperando 25 minutos y nadie nos atendió.

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1 year ago

Bring back the seafood gumbo. Sorry but that was the main reason we went to mambos. Won't be back now that it's no longer on the menu.

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1 year ago

Amazing service from Andrea. The food was amazing! The tres leches dessert was really good. I suggest you order the fried chicken sandwich

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we appreciated your preference we look forward to to take care again.

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I love mambos not only the food but the miche mix too! It comes in a small bottle or a gallon I believe but so delicious if you love miches

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2 years ago

First time at this location, and it's my favorite now. Staff and food great! Food came out quickly, and tasted delicious.

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Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab

Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab

4.3
(1.1k reviews)
2.6 mi
$$$$
Fine dining
Takes reservations

Classy, great quality food, wonderful service. Hilary was attentive and took great care of me and…read moremy husband, while giving us space to enjoy our meal and each other's company. We came to celebrate our anniversary and she gave us the summer of '92 menu which is 3 courses for $59 -- what an awesome deal. Despite this being a seafood/crab place, they serve a mean prime rib (which they only serve on Sundays). They went above and beyond to give us an amazing anniversary experience. They really know how to make their customers feel well taken care of with all the little touches. Not many places these days maintain such standards. Looking forward to celebrating future special occasions here.

Truluck's is hands down one of the best seafood spots around. You absolutely can't miss their fresh…read morestone crab claws--they're served chilled with a delicious mustard sauce that's packed with flavor. The cocktails were excellent, and I really appreciated that they also offer well-crafted mocktails. For my entrée, I ordered the miso-glazed sea bass, and it did not disappoint. It was perfectly flaky, rich, and paired beautifully with the crab fried rice. We also shared lobster and vegetables, which were just as impressive. Dessert was a standout--the carrot cake was massive and easily the best I've ever had. The ambiance had a romantic vibe with soft lighting that wasn't too dark, making it perfect for a date night. Our server was amazing--friendly, attentive, and very knowledgeable about the menu. Reservations are definitely recommended. We went on a weeknight, so it wasn't too crowded or loud, but I can see weekends being much busier. I can't wait to come back!

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Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab
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Balboa Surf Club

Balboa Surf Club

4.3
(220 reviews)
3.4 mi
$$$

I was excited to finally try Balboa Surf Club since I drive by it all the time and it's located…read morenear several of my favorite restaurants. Unfortunately, this turned out to be one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've had in quite some time. We had an 8:00 PM reservation but weren't seated until around 8:30 PM. While delays happen and I was willing to overlook that, the experience only went downhill from there. We ordered Palomas to kick off our Friday night. The drinks took quite a while to arrive, and when they did, they were noticeably watered down. I politely mentioned it to our server, who quickly took them back and brought replacements, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the second round was nearly identical to the first. When I brought it up again, instead of acknowledging the feedback, the server responded by saying it was "just not a sugary drink." That completely missed the point. I wasn't expecting a sweet cocktail--I was pointing out that the drinks tasted diluted and poorly made. What bothered me most wasn't the drinks themselves, but how the feedback was handled. I wasn't looking for free drinks or trying to be difficult. I was simply offering honest feedback, and it felt like my opinion was being dismissed rather than heard. Unfortunately, the food didn't redeem the experience. We ordered several dishes to get a good sense of the menu, and most were overwhelmingly salty. The salt overpowered any other flavors to the point that we couldn't finish some of the dishes. The sushi was the best thing we had, but even that lacked the presentation and quality I would expect at this price point. To be fair, the manager did remove the drinks from our bill as a courtesy, and I appreciate that gesture. However, by that point the damage had already been done. A resolution is only effective when guests feel heard and respected throughout the process. Instead, I felt like I had to defend my opinion and justify my feedback before anyone took it seriously. At the end of the day, a restaurant can be trendy, crowded, and beautifully designed, but none of that matters if the food and service don't deliver. Balboa Surf Club has the atmosphere and location, but in my experience it falls short where it matters most. Overall, I'm glad I finally tried it because I had always been curious, but now I know I won't be back and cannot recommend it. If you're looking for a similar concept, I'd recommend Hudson House. The atmosphere is comparable, but the drinks are consistently well-made, the food is much better, and the service has always been far superior.

I've been hesitant to come to Balboa Surf Club because the menu always seemed too random. There are…read morevery few times where a place exceeds my expectations, and Balboa did. The decor was a combo of old money Houston and mid-century mod. Lots of plants, lots of wood. Very dim. Service was slow but attentive and friendly. There are no mocktails on the drink menu, but they have a few on deck. They can also custom make you one. My husband ordered a Paloma and stated that it was very strong. For an app, we got the coconut shrimp. 10/10 -- well fried, coconut forward. Fun and easy bites. We also got the salmon roll and thought it was refreshing. Light umami, sauce was not needed. For our mains, we got the cheeseburger and redfish. My husband does not love seafood, but he devoured the redfish. It was flaky, buttery, with lots of crab. The burger was ok -- it reminded me of an elevated Big Mac. It was not a bad burger, but it wasn't that melty, gooey, buttery number some of us love. Get the lemon meringue. She is zesty, she is thick, she is tall. My husband, toddler, and I shared it and were stuffed. Balboa is a place I would take someone who likes seafood and good vibes.

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Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette

Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette

3.9
(1.2k reviews)
3.7 mi
$$$

I came for the happy hour on a Wednesday and loved the options! Our server was pretty good and I…read moreloved the decor. It was upscale with fun decor and playful design. East coast oysters: 9/10 absolutely love them! The Prince Edward Island ones always have my heart! A little on the smaller side though Gulf coast oysters: 8/10 I'm usually not a gulf coast oyster person but I enjoy how hearty and fresh these ones were. And I also don't usually love the cocktail sauce but this one was rly good a little savory, spicy, and sweet and a healthy amount of lemon juice of course. Deviled eggs: 10/10 these were nice and creamy and had good crunchy texture with the bacon bits and pickles Steak nigiri: 8/10 I would have scored these lower if it weren't for the steak. The steak was cooked and seasoned perfectly but it the rice underneath just felt out of place and unnecessary and not too mention too plentiful. I would love a plate of just the steak and the compote or sauce that was on top. I will definitely be coming back and trying more items on the menu!

We only sat at the bar and got drinks, but the staff were all very friendly and welcoming…read more My husband really enjoyed his East Coast Oysters and is looking forward to coming back for more. Great deal. My margarita was very unique with charcoal and black lava salt. Overall, pretty good drink. I forgot to snap a picture.

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Christie's Seafood & Steaks

Christie's Seafood & Steaks

4.0
(374 reviews)
2.1 mi
$$

Stopped by Christie's for lunch and had such a wonderful experience. The food was fantastic, and…read morethe service truly stood out. They graciously accommodated my request for steamed oysters even though it wasn't listed on the menu, which was truly appreciated. I also got to sample the shrimp chowder -- absolutely delicious! Special appreciation to Maria Christie for her outstanding hospitality and warm service. Can't wait to visit again!

Everything was fine, which was kind of a let down…read more.. We have driven past this place many times and decided to give it a try. Loved the historical nature of the restaurant and thought it might have been associated with a Christie's seafood that was in San Antonio many years ago. It was not... :( Nice place! Cool surroundings and nice tables and decor. We got here early and got a table. Nice people and good service! Food was just OK. Crab dipper appetizer was OK. Crab tasted a little old. Bread and butter were good as were the salads. My son got the Salmon which was pretty good (came with dirty rice that was alright. My wife had the whol Branzino prepared Greek style, and it was good, but not great (maybe a little overdone). Our sons neighbor recommended the "Christie's pride" and that is what I got. It was... interesting. The seafood dressing was kind of odd and a bit pungent. It was, as I said, interesting. Looking back the waiter maybe hinted to not get that, but I came in here to try it. Kind of a let down, but there was a big menu so assuming other dishes are better. The main disappointment is that prices were steep! The 3 dishes we had plus appetizer was $150 (No drinks... no dessert)! Would have been a fair price if we all thought the food was amazing. But at best it was "pretty good" Like I said/ lots going for it but no plans to return...

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Oyster Bar to watch your favorite game. Book your group at Christie's and enjoy the best seafood of Houston.
Oyster Bar to watch your favorite game. Book your group at Christie's and enjoy the best seafood of Houston.
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Bayou City Seafood and Pasta

Bayou City Seafood and Pasta

3.8
(765 reviews)
2.8 mi
$$
Locally owned & operated
Established in 1990

I would say that boiled crawfish is one of if not my favorite food, and in the past I've tried…read morethese little rascals at several restaurants in town. Having said that, one would say that I'm a Crawfish whisperer In the past I've always waited until they are big enough to even take the time to eat the flesh out of the claws, and that time is NOW, when the NBA playoffs are in full swing... For years I have called Bayou City Seafood around this time to ask what size they are, and this year was no different. I trust them to be honest with me, and they always are. So, if you either love crawfish or if you have always wanted to try them, there's no place in the city that's better. We go at 6:30 and sit at the bar. I order three pounds, which sounds like a lot but the tail has all the meat. Corn and potatoes are extra and the Boudin as an appetizer is fabulous. BTW, one of their craft beers is the perfect pairing. The service is excellent and our waitress at the bar was new, friendly, and very accommodating. I can't imagine a better experience eating great tasting crawfish at a better restaurant than Bayou City. If you go, go now, and look for me at the bar I crawfish!!! Don't forget to 'suck the heads'! It's not the brains you're sucking, it's just the juices from the fat and the crawfish boil.

So I am not a seafood eater, so my review should not have any impact on the seafood lovers. I…read moreordered pasta aspen. Service was good. There was parking as well. The food was just lack luster. There was no flavor at all. Like I could not taste love or hate in this meal. The portion size was good for two people to split. The food just was not appetizing for me. I went on a Friday night for date night. The chicken was dry like the chicken breast was overcooked - I personally just would not return but again it could just be that I had high hopes for pasta.

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