Craving a crab boil and decided to give red lobster a try since they recently added seafood boils…read moreto their menu. Service was slow, waited about 10 min for our waiter to greet us, another 10 min for drinks and bread service. Ordered the margarita flight 4/5 decent, Mariners added sausage 2/5. My food came out missing the corn and potatoes which the manager promptly apologized for and gave me a discount. But if you like a good crab boil skip RL and go to another place specializing in boils. I tried the mix of all seasonings and it taste like just butter with parsley. No flavor depth at all! RL def missed the mark with the attempt at boils.

We were there for the endless shrimp. Got there at 4 pm and we left around 6:30 pm. Only got to…read moreorder the second time around because it took about 45 minutes for our food to come out. The appetizer took forever that was another 45 minutes. I had to tell our waiter to please cancel the last shrimp scampi because it was just taking forever on a slow Wednesday. The waiter, bless him but he look like he didn't want to be there with his nonchalant vibe. But seriously, hire more people. Thank you!

04/16/2026 I totally…read moreforgot I didn't leave my review on the items my husband and I tried earlier this week! Every so often you have to take a scroll back and see if anything new has been added to the menus. Not sure if this is new, but it's definitely something I haven't tried. We tried the Bang Bang Shrimp along with the Fried Shrimp Po' Boy platter and Hush Puppies. The Bang Bang Shrimp sauce was different from what we had tasted before, but it was good. I was looking for a sweeter taste but again, it still had a great taste. It came on a bed of lettuce. The Shrimp Po' Boy platter came with French Fries. The fries were crunchy and delicious! Matter of fact, they were perfect:) The Shrimp Po' Boy was good and simple. It didn't have a lot of stuff on it, which was cool for me. Again, the sauce was okay but the shrimp and fixings were delightful. These Hush puppies are always good, so no complaints there. Friendly staff and clean restaurant. This is a place I recommend. I will be back soon:)

People are in and out, and it's a revolving door, so you already know you're in the right spot…read more There's a wait for your food, but it's worth it. I ordered the shrimp; they were seasoned and breaded well, cooked fresh, and a great size. I really enjoyed them. The fries were fresh and tasty. They are the crispy seasoned fries. The hush puppies are so delicious and greasy but are very delicious. The lemonade is very delightful and refreshing. It's clean in the restaurant, and everyone is so nice. Parking was available, with a decent size lot.

10/10--no exaggeration. Mr. Seafood is so good!…read more I ordered the fish and shrimp basket, and everything was fresh, crispy, and piping hot--fried to absolute perfection. The seafood combo was just as delicious, with great seasoning and fresh ingredients. While they do have seating available, the space feels more like a takeout spot than a dine-in restaurant, which worked perfectly for grabbing a meal on the go. The service was top-notch. The woman who took my order was friendly, patient, and made the whole experience even better. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in the area. Highly recommend if you're craving great seafood!

My honest review my favorite thing to get is the fried whiting and okra. I do love the mussels but…read morenot my favorite. The fried okra and whiting is good NEVER NOT 1 time have I had any bad fish or okra. I use to get the garlic shrimp but there have been too many times that it has become a hit and miss. somedays the shrimp is cooked to perfection other days the shrimp is over cooked. The garlic butter sauce is hands down top tier. With all that to be said I give this place a thumbs up for sure I love it and will always come back.

Visiting in town for the weekend and had a few family members brag about this place. Ordered the…read moreflounder. Did not like it. They left the black skin on it and fried over it. Filet was skinny and fried a bit tough. The crab fries. Being from the Jersey/Philly area we get crab fries in Philly all the time. These are fries with a red type dusting on them and they are good, THESE had some kind of imitation crab meat all over them. Very sweet and I was not prepared for the taste. Did not like them. Will not return.

Fryin some good seasoned fish and shrimp. Customer service is good. No smiles but good. No smiles…read moredoesn't mean bad customer service. Ambiance is good.

Since we were over in the area, we decided to do a pickup on our way home. We ordered from BoneFish…read moreGrill. I ordered the Creamy Tomato Salmon Linguine. It also came with bread. This was a really great combination! The linguine was prepared perfectly. It was filled with mushrooms, spinach, diced tomatoes, parmesan and basil. On top was the salmon. The salmon was tender with a buttery texture. It was so yummy!!! My husband ordered the Pineapple Glazed Shrimp. He had been wanting this for a while but that all changed when he opened it when we got home. There was no creamy risotto! He was disappointed that they had forgotten the risotto. Nevertheless, he did enjoy the shrimp. Maybe next time we are on that side of town he will get his chance:) Service was good. It took awhile for our food to come out, but that was fine. The restaurant wasn't full at all, it was nice and quiet. The ambiance was nice, and the restaurant was clean.

I did not get pics of my food because my phone was occupied, but we went to Bonefish for a quick,…read morelow-key dinner with the kids, and it was on point. The service was good. The cocktails were amazing! Hugs to the bartender because the drinks were so great. The imperial dip with the tortilla chips was served very hot and was very delicious. It has a crisped top and is truly cooked very well. The corn and crab chowder was tasty. The kids' chicken and fries were also pretty good and served hot and fresh. The loaded mashed potatoes, sirloin, and brussels sprouts were all so delicious and perfectly prepared. What put Bonefish back on my radar was their lunch special, which is a beverage, a soup or salad, and an entree from their select menu. I ordered the fish and fries, and the fish was cod, fried well, and really delicious. All for $14.99. They also have a good social hour and many other specials.

I've eaten in 3-4 times and had take put 2-3 times and the food has been great everytime. The…read moreatmosphere is great and the servers are always pleasant and helpful with suggestions.

Found this place on a road trip. It was excellent! Try the…read morefried broccoli. The shrimp and grits were also very good. Tip - order the 1/2 size l, it's more than enough.

First off. What a cool place! Shucker bar in back and to get oysters, go there. I was privileged,…read moreand it was, to have Jim as my shucker. He was great. His responsiveness was really good. Had a great conversation with him as he was shucking the oysters. Was cool to have them shucked and placed on the ice right in front of you! Asked him for recommendations and he said the gumbo over the Growder. Glad I listened. Gumbo had enough of a kick to make it tasty with a reminder you were eating something spicy. I will definitely be back and when I do I hope to get Jim again.

This place is fabulous on atmosphere/community and good on food. The staff here never met a…read morestranger, only new old friends. I loved the bbq-tinged cocktail sauce and hearty gumbo. Crab legs were another highlight. The steamed shrimp and oysters were not as amazing; our shucker's technique drained all the juice out of the oysters before serving, and the juice is a big part of the point for me. The cooked oysters did not compare to the grilled oysters at Acme in New Orleans IMHO. Raw oyster eaters in our party, on the other hand, gave the winter gulf oysters two thumbs up. Sitting at this bar is a great way for visitors to Columbia to feel like natives. It's an experience not to be missed.

Prob more like 4.5, but all in all a really great experience…read more The interior is divey in a really fun way. Plenty of space. Fun decor. Server was really nice and on top of things. I ordered a steak, broccoli and salad. The steak was a perfectly medium rare, very nicely seasoned and delicious! Broccoli was just steamed broccoli, but was still nice and crisp. Salad was small and the dressing was pretty bad. Asked for a different one and it wasn't much better. Very clearly food service bottled stuff. But really, that was the only glitch. Would for sure come back here if I'm in Sumter again.

So we were in town for the holidays, visiting family, and popped into Palmetto Oyster House for…read moredinner - and wow, were we surprised! First off, the crab cakes were loaded with fresh crab, perfectly seasoned, and had this amazing crispy outside. Seriously, some of the best crab cakes ever! The New Orleans shrimp were awesome too - that authentic spicy kick with great herbs and spices, every bite was perfect We also got the Mahi Mahi Club, and it was a solid choice. The fish was grilled just right, and with the fresh veggies, it was super filling Even the sides were great - the coleslaw had a nice tang, the fries were crispy (though a little salty), and the hushpuppies were sweet with real corn in them. Overall, Palmetto Oyster House was fantastic - great food, great quality, and that chill Southern vibe. Definitely check it out if you're craving some amazing seafood!

Food so good a random kid asked to join. We said yes…read more Smells nice in here. One flickering light though. We got the pig out. We couldn't wait to eat so I am showing my empty plate. DONT eat the pickles. ‍eat here. Came again with the fam. Wow 2 well feds done in 40 minutes. Try the cornbread. Eat here.

Nice bbq restaurant Great food (I had the 1/2 rack) and it…read morewas really good. Service was outstanding! Very attentive and helpful server! Ambiance was nice, typical of a nice bbq place. Would definitely go back!

First time here. Great family owned restaurant! Mrs…read more Shirley Barnes, ( the owner) is the epitome of southern charm and hospitality. The food.... Absolutely delicious, fresh and cooked to order. Totally worth breaking my diet..,not to mention their signature Ole Southern Secret Sweet & Spicy Sauce that is yummy and can be used as a dipping sauce, a glaze and a marinade. We'll definitely be back!

Unfortunately I don't have any pictures. But that's because I couldn't wait to get to the food…read more Everything was delicious, and I do mean everything. The staff was pleasant and polite from the cashier.All the way to the cooks. I even had the pleasure of meeting the owner. She made me feel like I was home with family. The owner even came out and greeted me and because it was my first time she offered me a sample of some of the fried chicken and fried fish, which was amazing, along with the secret barbecue sauce?. Everything about this place is just beautiful. I can't wait to revisit this spot. So if you're ever in columbus, south carolina and you're looking for some good soul seafood. Please check this place out.