The Palmetto Seafood Company is a very, very, good discovery near the 5 points neighborhood in Columbia, SC. We were pleasantly shocked a few weeks ago, when we finally decided to visit and give them a try. This business has been operating for a few years, but we never realized that their menu offers "to go" options. So we decided to try their fried catfish platter, and we truly enjoyed everything we ordered. Their food is seasoned to profection and I'm positive that we will return for another visit very soon read more

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The food is good a has a good flavor the service is pretty good you can pick what fish or seafood you want to have cooked at that time, ambiance is is a market so it has a big seafood smell. I would got back because the seafood flavor is good read more

I love Palmetto Seafood. Everything made fresh to order and well seasoned. I will always come back for The Awesome customer service and the delicious food read more

My fiancé and I had the 2 pcs fish and shrimp platter and it was definitely good. I'll be back

Shut up! You can not get a better deal or have better service. Always on point. True they run out but be ready better flexible.

I have been a happy patron of Palmetto Seafood since I was a teenager, and I am married with kids now. I am so happy this market has sustained its quality this long. The seafood is fresh and the preparation is tasty. A true gem of my neighborhood. read more

The slogan says...Come once and you'll come again! I will definitely go again to palmetto seafood market. I was visiting friends in the area when we decided on seafood instead of burgers. Im glad we stopped in for a to go order. I had a delicious pick two with nice light breaded tilapia and shrimp, well seasoned and even better once i added hotsauce. Though it didnt need any tarter or hotsauce, its just something i love to shake on. There is plenty of seafood to choose from here even gator. Im just a crab, fish, lobster, shrimp type of girl so i stop there when it comes to seafood. If your planning a crab boil make sure to stop in here cause there is plenty and its fresh. read more

Palmetto Seafood Company - Seafood Markets Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

We pick up a seafood platter here every week and it's enough tp share. Ms. Addie is the best and runs a tight ship. (No indoor dining)

I have been here twice and each time the food has been excellent. The seafood is fresh and is cooked when you order it. They put the perfect amount of seasoning on the fish and it tastes incredible. You get a lot of food for your money. Both times I've been here they have thrown at least 1 extra piece of fish into my order, without me asking, because one of the pieces was kind of small. Their words not mine. I would have been fine with the number I ordered so they definitely aim to please. They are conveniently located close to my job so I will be stopping in at least once a week to grab dinner on my way home. I have to say I stopped by earlier in the week and they weren't open, so I suggest calling to make sure they are open before you go there. read more

Palmetto Seafood Company - Pick 3 combo: double flounder and fried scallops - Seafood Markets Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

Super friendly and some of the freshest seafood I've had. Get some and make it yourself they'll filet it for you

So after checking the reviews, I was excited to try out the place. After checking into my hotel, and asking about local places, I wasn't deterred because it wasn't mentioned, yet surprised. After sitting in traffic, I get to the place around 6:50 and there are no lights on. Well, it is Tuesday and no special sign saying why it is closed or that it closed early. Despite the fact I didn't need it, I was willing to splurge. Oh well, my experience tells me not to go back. I was hoping the seafood was good, but never got the chance. read more

Great friendly service , delicious and good prices , this Ohio folks loved it

I have two words: Catfish nuggets! I find it so hard to make it home without eating the nuggets on the way. I will post a picture next time, but do not let that stop you from patronizing the Palmetto Seafood Market. read more

If you're looking for good ol fried fish that takes you back to the days of your youth, then look no further! Fresh and excellent across the board to along with great customer service! read more

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The food was amazing, and the shrimp and oysters were big. The wait was long, they had a lotttt of people there. It definitely was worth the wait to me!!! I will go back!!@ read more

Palmetto, has been around for decades... Whether you're having them cook the seafood for you, or you're taking it home to cook it yourself, the seafood is always fresh, not been disappointed..They have a large variety of seafood, from Crocker, Sea Bass, Shrimp large and small, Mullet the list goes on... But come to Palmetto in the middle of the week, it is very crowded on Friday's!!! read more

Palmetto Seafood Company - Flounder & Red Snapper, my favs!! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

The oysters tasted like they were fried in either oil that was old or reused several times. My meal left me with a stomach ache.

Hands down the best fried shrimp in Columbia. Not much to look at, and you can't eat there, but you can call ahead and they will start cooking them ... & you will have mouth watering, "slap your momma" fried shrimp!!! read more

Awesome place to buy seafood. I. have bought their alligator, shrimp, and some of their snapper. I have been going for several years and the quality does not waver- good food and good people. Support US fisherman (where there are enforced catch regulation) and a local business, shop here. read more

Look, I always prefer small, family owned businesses. I came here due to all the good Yelp reviews. However, Yelp let me down today. Together we got combinations of a crab cake, shrimp, catfish, flounder, scallops, mozzarella sticks and fries. The pros - the fried fish was excellent, the prices are very reasonable. The cons - the crab cake was pathetic, not sure what it was made of and I suggest the owners look at the ingredients since I am sure it was right out of the frozen section, everything else was just okay. Not worthy of such high reviews My suggestion is to either do a real crab cake, which is not that hard to do or stop selling crab cakes. Stick to frying fish which was outstanding. The fish was a 5, everything besides the crab cake was a 3 and the crab cake was a -1! I would come here again for the fish only. read more

Diner Drive Inns and Dives wanted to shoot a show here but they kinda said no thanks. This is a simple place nothing fancy and they wouldn't have a lot of footage. The owner Lucius is a retired fireman and very friendly person he has given me free batter on a number of occasions to fry my catch. I like how you can get gator nuggets here, there's not enough places serving gator what gives. But anyways you can pick out fresh fish here or they will cook it for for you. If your headed towards Gervais St. from Forest a Acres it will be on your left or about five minutes from the Vista. Parking can be tricky but I personally think its worth the trip. read more

We wanted fresh seafood! Traveled from Kentucky to South Carolina. The internet ratings are deceptive. Spend 23 bucks for fried green beans basically because they tasted great! The soft shell crab was tiny, fried mushrooms disgusting! The fries were okay. Ocean perch was sooooo over cooked it had a rubber consistency and I mistook the crust as a possible bone(that's how hard fried the fish was)! So very disappointing! A local lady warned us the oil is old and she was correct. The selection of fresh seafood is great, priced reasonably and they will clean and fillet your selection which is why she patronizes the business. It's located in a questionable area so lock your car. If your looking for prepared seafood BEWARE!!! Sadly disappointed. Talk to the locals if you want a true review of business! read more

I found this place by mistake about two months ago and been going every since . I had fried GatorBites for the first time and that was interesting, lol. They are very chewy and I love chewy foods. Very good place for takeout seafood and more read more

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One of the best fish markets and owner that you will meet in SC. I've been coming to this market for years whether it's dinner or having events catered Palmetto Seafood's high quality has never changed. The batter is light but very tasty. Many variations of seafood and locally caught fredh water fish are in abundance. I highly reccomend this business for dinner or catered events. The owner Lucius has had this corner storefront for over 20 years. He is a great person and will do sound business. read more

Palmetto Seafood Company - Whiting & Perch with french fries and oysters. Breading was perfect and food was extremely delicious! *Add Texas Pete! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Columbia, South Carolina

If you're into fried fish of any kind this is the place they also have a great supply of oysters you can buy oysters by the box load here when they're in season of course read more

I've lived in Columbia for 4 years yet had never heard of PSC. This place is the ultimate hole in the wall spot for seafood in Columbia. Expertly seasoned shrimp, light and fluffy crab cakes, seasoned fries and hush puppies for only 12 bucks. This place is a must try. read more

My neighbor introduced me to the place when I moved to Columbia. But the one thing I hate is that they must don't have a good ventilation system, because you cannot be in there for 5 minutes before your hair and clothes smell like fried grease. Anyway my husband wanted some fish and I haven't been there since COVID.. I usually cook my own fish because I hate my food to greasy. But due to the fact I was grieving the loss of my Father I did not have the energy to cook. However, I decided to go there and I wish I would have taken myself to Decker Blvd, where I've been going. Anyway, my order was not taken properly & the young lady messed up my order and one item was given to another customer. However, half of my order was cooked & the other half I had to wait for ( I was already there 35 Min). The owner said well I didn't take your order, so what do you want to do?? I was offended of her non-business like demeanor . Like I messed up my order & not her staff. I asked her to discount an item & you would have thought I asked for her right hand!!! Her customer service was unprofessional & she would not take the appropriate action for her staff error. And she even had the nerve to say "People wait 2 hrs for my food. Well Honey, maybe back in the day with the 1975 paint in your store, but definitely not now with that greasy, non-seasoning fish. Just because your business was a hit years ago, You've fallen off the wagon. Clean your place and learn how to deal with customers, instead of giving people your butt to kiss. I gave that greasy, non seasoned food to my dog, He wouldn't eat it!!! read more

Best quality seafood in town. 60 pounds of fresh Virginia oysters delivered this morning. Steamed them on the grill and they were flawless. Great service and packaged them and brought them to my car. read more

Yo! This fish was HORRIBLE in my opinion it tasted as if the refried old fish! I won't be back!! Hella PISSED

I love palmetto seafood it's the best i always go there and get my fish cooked or raw

This may be the most greasy, salty, and spicy fish I have ever had; but it is also the best fish I have ever had. I don't know what they are doin' back there, but they have some kind of mojo workin' on that fish! Every time I am in Columbia I go. And you should too. read more

Best/cheapest place to buy fresh seafood in Columbia. You'll leave smelling like you've been working at Captain D's, but its worth it for fresh, local, and cheap seafood! They'll cook it for you on site if you ask. They'll clean it for you for a little more too, you just have to ask. read more

What a great little place! We came here to buy raw fish (they were helpful, cut the amount of salmon we wanted - at such a fantastic price! - and descaled for us). The prices for fish here are really reasonable and there are lines of people here waiting for the fried takeout (Which smelled amazing). Great as a fishmarket. I'm also sure great as a takeout joint. read more

Each plate is made fresh! The shrimp was EXCELLENT! As was the fish and sweet potato fries. The staff was extremely helpful, friendly and professional. I asked for help making choices...everything on the menu looked tasty! I couldn't wait to eat and forgot to take a picture. read more

Waited forever but good fried food- did I say fried!! Catfish hush pups good- conch fritter and gator tail good. Sweet tea yum.

Their fish is fantastic and couldn't possibly get any fresher. I had the catfish nuggets and my boyfriend had the catfish and gator bites. We bought a jar of tartar sauce to go with it and our bill came out to $19.99. This is not a sit in dining restaurant but take out is wonderful to go home and watch a movie to! read more

I have never gotten anything from their takeout menu but everything I have bought from their fish counter has been very fresh! Great place to go and get raw shrimp, scallops or salmon! read more

If you want take out fried seafood that's not only fresh and really good, but also more reasonably priced than your typical seafood restaurant, this is the place for you! Not only that, you get a lot for your money, the staff is very friendly and they genuinely appreciate your business. read more

This was my first experience here today and I must say I truly enjoyed it. I thought it was a dine in restaurant at first, but it's takeout of both cooked an/or fresh seafood purchases. The fried fish, shrimp, & okras were delicious! I would recommend and go again. read more

I went around 5 pm with my son(15 yr old) for my birthday dinner and spent $20 for two meals and a side of corn poppers. Neither meal was hot, just corn poppers, the portion size was for a child and the fish and shrimp was to salty. I will never go back!!!! There was no one in the place at the time so our food should have been hot. read more