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    Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen DFW

    4.2 (77 reviews)
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    Gumbo
    Lana P.

    Service is top notch!! From being greeted to being walked to our table. Our waiters Dylan and Adrian were a delight, took our orders and food came fast. Everything tasted fresh and delicious! Empty plates were cleared out zooming fast. Our table was nestled in the center above beautiful chandelier. And did I say this place is settled within the airport? Yes I was also pleasantly surprised:)

    Ribeye dinner
    Marcia D.

    Wonderful! This was my first time at a Pappadeaux and I was told how good their food was, and they did not lie. After a delayed flight, we went in to dine. Our server was very professional and pleasant and I did like the character of the restaurant, it really displayed the New Orleans feel. It was spacious and seating was comfortable. We ordered a old fashion and Malbec. The old fashioned was made well. For entrees we ordered the crawfish platter and the prime ribeye. Everything was delicious. It was definitely pricey but then again, it is the airport.

    Shrimp/Catfish Po' Boy mixed sandwich with dirty rice.
    Mike D.

    While on my 3 hour layover + 1 1/2 hour delay I had to stop! Have not been to Pappadeaux in 10 years, so I was ready! I had to go with a half and half Shrimp/catfish po' boy! Very delicious with a touch of sweetness of the coleslaw. Added the dirty rice. Oh I've missed this! Great flavor, meats and seasonings to perfection. Had to top it off with Myers rum! Just like 10 years earlier but in Dallas! This location has a deep southern Louisiana feel. I dig the environment and atmosphere here. Friendly staff that checked on you often without over doing it. Just glad to see this location in the airport with a full menu of great options to eat! Honestly, next time back in Texas, I would consider stopping here if the location I'm headed didn't have a Pappadeaux!

    Etouffee!
    Peter L.

    I've been going to Pappadeaux's at DFW over layovers for years, and it was a place I looked going to. They consistently deliver some of the better food and drinks for an airport. You can't go wrong with the Po Boy here with freshly fried shrimp and a flavorful remoulade. The etouffee was also very good on a recent visit, although it was way too big to finish. I usually grab a shiner bock or beer, but their cocktails also can be decent and fun, e.g. the Swampthing - raspberry & melon liqueurs layered with frozen hurricane & margarita. Looks radioactive, loaded with booze and sugar and probably the worst thing you could drink before a flight, but oh well. Service at the bar was great on a recent visit, and overall, a great choice at DFW.

    Charmaine S.

    Got lucky a lady called me in to sit on the bar as there was going to be 10 minute wait to be seated. Our flight was 2 hours away. Lisa our bartender ran the show! She kept all servers straight and made sure food were delivered on time! She took care of everybody and we were packed! Clean bar and lots of things going on. We had catfish sandwich which was huge! And Mac and cheese which felt like almost straight from home kitchen. I didn't think it would still live it up in an airport setting and glad our tummies invited us here. Lisa when she realized we were celebrating a birthday---he had a free key lime pie to go!!! And guess what---they give military/vet discount! 25%! Can't beat that!!! Highly recommended!!!

    Seafood gumbo with garlic bread
    Kimberly G.

    Note: I went to the Pappadeux Seafood Kitchen bar across the hall from the actual restaurant. From the outside looking in the bar looked more chill than the restaurant so that's why I went there. The service was amazing. The server asked when my flight was to see if I needed to rush my meal. Although I had plenty of time I really appreciated it. The seafood gumbo was amazing. The garlic bread with it was soft and buttery. Everything tasted delicious and fresh. The margaritas were perfectly balanced and strong. This was some of the best airport food I had in long time.

    Hillary P.

    For an airport restaurant this was a great spot to stop and rest between flights with full table service. A full bar, a great menu, and outstanding service. The restaurant was clean but tight to maximize occupancy. Table and bar seating available. While there was a nice selection of seafood on the menu the prices were set for business expense credit and not the non business travelers. We ended up getting a more affordable option with a burger that was great. Despite the elevated pricing, it was solid meal and they would come back again if I was looking for a place to stop between flights.

    Calamari cooked perfect and great with the lemon aioli
    Rose H.

    Quick service, perfectly cooked food and delicious drink. Couldn't ask for more for an airport. Amazed at the quality and great hospitality! The ambiance was nice for the airport as well. Tables are a little close but wouldn't expect more for an airport

    Salmon burger no bun
    Amy D.

    Always the best airport choice! That salmon burger no bun is bomb and you can enjoy fries without the guilt Excellent Bloody Mary and service ever stellar!

    Fries
    Frances L.

    Great food and a welcome lunch stop while we waited for our flight. The restaurant is bright and clean with TV screens. We enjoyed our lunch while watching Sunday football. The restaurant was busy and I appreciated our waitress. She was attentive and didn't rush us since we had time to spare. Our lunch was great. I enjoyed my salad with salmon. I wish the salad had romaine or mixed greens instead of iceberg but it was still good. My husband enjoyed his crawfish etouffe and said it was just as good if not better than the one he had in New Orleans.

    Shrimp and Catfish
    Rolando N.

    It's Pappadeaux, it's an airport, what's not to like? It's one of the few airport restaurants where the food is consistent with what you get outside the airport. The seafood is fresh and tasty. Love the fried shrimp and catfish. The breading is light and crunch. Lots of great cocktail options as well. If you have a little bit of a layover in Dallas. This the place to get a good meal. Service was friendly and fast.

    Suggested tip.
    M K.

    Everything about this restaurant in Terminal C was lovely. We ate salads after two weeks of BBQ, Whatabutger and enchiladas. Tasty. The server was friendly. The TVs showed a professional darts game, which was perfect to watch while waiting for your flight to board But I'm giving it one star because the suggested tip was calculated on the total bill, which includes tax. This is incorrect. One does not tip on tax. Perhaps it's the manager's mistake or a corporate directive or a software feature. Regardless, it's wrong. Should you dine here, please check your bill.

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    The food is always good. Try the fried alligator if it is on menu. It's really good. The Seafood Platter has excellent variety.

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    Well they have you and they know it. $35 for an $8 plate of catfish and fries. What a rip off.

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    The best airport food, service and drinks I've ever experienced. They were exceptionally quick and delicious.

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    I ate dinner at DFW. Excellent salmon salad. $60 dinner with two Guinness Stouts, but well worth it.

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    Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

    4.3
    (1.2k reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$$

    Papasito's, across from gate A28 was convenient to our gate, so we stopped for lunch…read more They were busy but we got seated right away. The noise level was high, so I popped in my AirPods - noise solved :) Joaquin, our server was at our table with menus within minutes. He took our drink order and when he came back with them, we placed our lunch order. Joaquin dropped off Chips and Salsa a few minutes later. The Salsa was warm, was tasty and had a slight kick to it. The chips were thin and crispy. This was a nice starter that was included with the meal. For our meal, we shared: - Combination Enchiladas with Rice and Beans We selected 1 each Chicken and Beef enchilada. We also chose Charro Beans and subbed a second Charro Beans in place of Rice. I'd guess it took only 10 minutes for the meal to be served. It was served hot and the plate was very warm. We enjoyed the food and it was the perfect amount for us. Oh, we'd asked Joaquin to fill our water bottles with ice and water and he cheerfully did so. We enjoyed our lunch and our experience. Great service and great food.

    Flying through DFW. I was surprised to see full service sit down restaurants. We had a long layover…read moreand had plenty of time to enjoy a meal. Service was prompt and friendly. The space looks like a restaurant was plunked down in the middle of the airport. Full service kitchen, bar, and a good amount of seating. After looking over the menu, I went with the house salad. The portions was generous with all of the toppings including bacon cheese and croutons. I chose a shrimp po boy for the entree. The sandwich is served with a slaw, spicy remoulade, and a generous pile of shrimp. The roll the sandwich is a little too soft. It was a nice attempt at the traditional New Orleans French bread, but it missed the mark for me. If you have time, definitely check out the dessert menu. They have fantastic options.

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    Pacific Table

    Pacific Table

    4.4
    (117 reviews)
    5.5 mi
    $$$

    Love! Love! Love Pacific Table!…read more The food is really great so if you are looking for a steak, brunch, salads, seafood or sushi this is the spot. You get great service, great food and a consistent experience no matter what day or time you eat at Pacific Table. My favorites are the Spicy Rock Shrimp, Prime Rib French Dip and love their iced tea and St Andrew's Root Beer. There are so many other dishes that my family members enjoyed crispy rice duo, Waldorf salad, ahi tuna salad and so many other dishes I want to try. They have great outdoor seating and since I am by myself half the time I sit at the bar. Love the vibe and all the servers and when engaging with management they are always interested in your experience. Love Pacific Table!

    The fly situation that they have going on in here is so intrusive and annoying. Mentioned this to…read morethe host and they were all aware of the serious situation and admitted that they have had exterminators there to assist with the issue. I told several people they should just go across the street and get the non toxic fly traps and put them up. It really bad. So bad that health department should check it out. We ordered a bottle of champagne prior to noticing the little bugs all up in our face. Had they shown us prior we would've left. We ate as fast as we could and took the bottle the go. Really sad because I liked this place. Get the fly traps!! Very poor handling of the situation.

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    Big Fish Seafood Grill & Bar

    3.8
    (716 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$

    This is one of our 'go to' places in the area...except for one issue-…read moreWe have always loved the food, surroundings & service. Recently we have noticed a 'gnat' issue that really needs to be addressed. During our meal we killed a couple of the little buggers, but several more were there to take their place immediately. An occasional gnat is one thing, but when they interrupt the entire meal, that is excessive and needs to be addressed. We will be back, but we hope this gets addressed- ***Update 2.06.2026 The Tilapia sandwich has been my go to for years but STILL, the issue with this restaurant is the gnat problem! I would think that ANY creditable pest control company could make this issue go away. It just doesn't seem healthy-

    The menu drew us here. The selections were more than enough. Our appetizers were cups of soup. I…read morehad the Clam Chowder, she had the Seafood Gumbo. The soups hit the spot on a chilly night after shopping. Our Half/Half Iced Tea was absolutely perfect. We had the Shiner Fish & Chips and the Seafood Platter with Blackened Catfish and fried shrimp with grilled veg and mashed potatoes. For desert; because our waitress Allison twisted our arms so we got the New Orleans Breaded Pudding with Whiskey Sauce. Our dining experience was greatly enhanced with live music (Wednesday Nights); there are other nights also. The bathrooms were clean. This is an old downtown building and that factors in. We love the character of the restaurant and the wait staff was very friendly. Go!!

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    Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab

    Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab

    4.2
    (657 reviews)
    6.3 mi
    $$$$
    Fine dining
    Takes reservations

    We came to celebrate a birthday and it was a lovely experience. We were sat in a booth with equal…read moreprivacy and openness to the restaurants calm vibe. Lylay was our server. He was patient, attentive, and courteous throughout the evening. The menu is vast so we had many questions and he took his time to answer all of them. We decided to go with the three course menu. I went with burrata appetizer, 9oz filet mignon, and carrot cake for dessert. My medium rare steak was cooked perfectly and paired with creamed spinach and mashed potatoes. My friend got the scallop and shrimp sauté. The chefs did a fabulous job searing and cooking steak and seafood tenderly. Our dessert was the baked Alaska, carrot cake, and key lime pie. All were super generous portions enough to share. And the right sweet tooth to finish dinner. I would say Trulucks nailed the high end dining experience. And the food and service sold me to come back again. Thank you!

    Let's start with the atmosphere - it was HOT. While I understand how high temps are outside right…read morenow, there is no reason to sit in an upscale restaurant and sweat...everyone at our table was sweating. The manager said he had the air set on 69, and it just couldn't keep up. Well ... maybe turn it down even a tiny bit more. We have been to other restaurants this week and they were VERY cool!!! Now for drinks - We ordered dirty martinis - there was NOTHING dirty about them. Two olives and vodka. We asked for some olive juice which was brought to us so we could mix them ourselves at the table. I just think at $28 each, your drink should be made as requested... Appetizers - Calamari was great!!!! $27 Jumbo Lump Crab Cake was about the size of a Hostess Donette (you know the little powdered donuts). But in all fairness, we were told it was small; what we weren't told is that it was very runny - ewwww.. Dinner - The Miso-Glazed Seabass was really good! Our friends ordered off the fixed menu and enjoyed their dinner. Dungeness Crab .. taste was great but I have never ordered crab, and it not be served with seafood crackers to break the shells ... had to sit and wait for the waiter (and that's another issue) to come back so we could ask for something to crack them with .. Now the waiter - that man had NO personality!! We were there celebrating a birthday so he could have at least smiled ... for real! We had to constantly asked for things, he was not the least bit friendly and .. I have NEVER been to an upscale restaurant where the waiter had NO recommendations on wine... or at least had a sommelier to help! Desserts: Carrot Cake, Key Lime Pie, and Baked Alaska - all greatness!!!! Decaf Espresso Martinis - delish! Bottom Line: Meh - we were hot, service was horrible .. food was up and down .. not enough for us to return. I'll stick to our favorite upscale restaurants where you get what you pay for and it is all served with a smile!

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    Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

    Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

    3.6
    (721 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$$

    We always love the bread basket here--it's always fresh, warm, and perfectly crispy! The Crawfish…read more& Shrimp Fondue is the best, especially with the garlic bread. Our new favorite dish is the Caesar Salad with Grilled Salmon--fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious! And Ethan, our server, is excellent! He always makes sure our drinks are refilled and that everything is taken care of. Not to mention the classic décor that adds so much charm and made our evening even more special.

    Very disappointing visit to Pappadeaux Grapevine, TX…read more Been there many times and generally have enjoyed it. We had not been there for a while having moved my business. Returned on a Saturday late afternoon and were excited to visit again! Different players this time. Wasn't impressed. Sat at the bar and it just never got off the ground. Slow. Uncertain. Not professional. Seemed like the staff needed more training. The management never engaged to make sure things were right after several things going wrong. A LOT of standing around looking clueless. 7-8 people standing behind the bar at one end chatting away. That's not a typical Pappadeaux. I won't name anyone but it was a train wreck in every way. Pappas concept is usually a well oiled machine. But not today. Was honestly an awful experience. It comes down to management and training. They're lacking. One excuse after another. The wait times and lack of accountability was sad. End of the meal we waited almost a half an hour for two desserts (ordered at the beginning of the meal by their request) and the manager came over and said the kitchen was backed up. Restaurant wasn't that busy. Forgetfulness by the woman that handled our order is more likely the reason. Was BS. I generally don't complain - but this was not a good showing for Pappadeaux. Management never even offered to make things right or make up for their lousy service. I know restaurants - and I've even been a part of Pappas' restaurants in the past. This location has serious problems. Doubt we'll be going back to Grapevine Pappadeaux. Spent $250+ for lunch and felt very unhappy when we left with our 2 desserts in a to go bag. Oysters were small and $31.95 Caesar salads had no croutons. Waited 15 min to get them and was told "yeah there should've been croutons on the salad". Asked for potato puree instead of dirty rice and was charged $9 for a dollop, and was still served the dirty rice on the dish after I told her I wouldn't be eating the rice. Mid rare request on the salmon was past on the degree of doneness. Prosecco refills on the $56 bottle was slow and frustrating. Empty glasses and waiting. Just felt genuinely ignored. Consider the Dallas Tollway, Lombardy, Oak Lawn, FW, Arlington, Richardson or Bedford before this Grapevine store.

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    El Viejon

    El Viejon

    4.4
    (21 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    This place was recommended by my husband's friends, so we decided to give it a try. We got there on…read moreSaturday around 6:30 pm, but the place was paacked and we got the last table available. I ordered the Tour of El Viejon and my husband tried the pulpo. My plate came with four different dishes, and I loved all of them. Especially, the seafood tostada had a lot of shrimps and pulpos, AND full of queso! That was my favorite. My michelada was also great. Perfect amount of seasonings and it was so refreshing. The service was slow, but I understand that the place was packed on the day. Overall, I really liked the place and can't wait to go back and try other dishes.

    (English down below)…read more Saliendo del aeropuerto DFW, busqué algún restaurante que tuviera sopa de mariscos; no sé de dónde vino el antojo. Entre varias opciones apareció El Viejón. Revisé el menú en línea y las reseñas, y manejé 13 minutos para encontrarme con una verdadera maravilla. Lo que me encantó: La atención fue excelente. Nos atendió Nidia, quien no solo es muy amable, sino también servicial y eficiente. Adolfo, el gerente, es un tipazo. Lo simple pero importante: Sus vasos de plástico, tan originales. La sencillez y el humor del menú. Los precios son justos para la cantidad que sirven. Lo que me dejó impresionado: La sopa de mariscos. Este tipo de sopas es sencillo: o la sabes hacer o no. Si no, termina siendo como la de Pappadeaux--para llorar. Esta sopa, en cambio, tiene mariscos abundantes (cangrejo, almeja, pulpo, pescado, camarón, calamar, etc.). El sabor es ligeramente dulce y cada nota se distingue con claridad. Muy recomendada. Una sola sopa es más que suficiente para una persona. Esto último lo aprendí demasiado tarde, después de haber pedido también el pulpo a la plancha, que terminé llevando para casa porque era demasiada comida. Mis únicas dos quejas: Las tostadas que ofrecen vienen con un pollo que parece atún, pero sabe a plástico. Mi perrito iba conmigo y ni siquiera él quiso comérselo, lo cual dice mucho. Algo raro ahí. La otra es la música: demasiado fuerte y del mismo género. Si el objetivo es honrar la cultura mexicana, hay muchísimos géneros entre los cuales escoger. Digo yo... no sé. Mejorar estos dos detalles llevaría la experiencia en El Viejón a otro nivel. ¡El Viejón, recomendadísimo! ------------------------------------- Leaving DFW airport, I found myself craving seafood soup--no idea where the craving came from. I searched for nearby options and El Viejón came up. I checked the online menu and reviews, then drove 13 minutes, only to discover a real gem. What I loved: The service was excellent. Nidia took care of us--she was not only kind, but also attentive and efficient. Adolfo, the manager, is a great guy. The simple but important things: Their plastic cups are surprisingly original. The menu is simple and humorous. Prices are fair for the generous portions they serve. What truly impressed me: The seafood soup. This kind of soup is simple: either you know how to make it, or you don't--and when you don't, it ends up like the one at Pappadeaux... something to cry about. This one, however, is loaded with seafood (crab, clams, octopus, fish, shrimp, squid, etc.). It has a subtle sweetness, and you can taste every distinct note. Highly recommended. One soup is more than enough for one person. I learned that lesson too late--after also ordering the grilled octopus. I had to get it to go because it was simply too much food. My only two complaints: The tostadas they serve come with chicken that looks like tuna but tastes like plastic. My dog was with me and wouldn't even eat it--which says a lot. Very strange. The other issue is the music: too loud and all from the same genre. If the goal is to honor Mexican culture, there are so many genres to choose from. Just saying--I don't know. Fixing these two things would take the experience at El Viejón to another level. El Viejón--highly recommended.

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    Winewood

    Winewood

    4.0
    (1k reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    Forgot to take pictures...went for a large family dinner. Loved the Thai chili Brussels sprouts,…read morequail knots and calamari. Enjoyed the lamb and more Brussel sprouts. Kind and classy servers. Fancy, upscale, and great place for steaks and fish dishes.

    I came here for early dinner and ended up trying quite a bit from the menu. The restaurant itself…read moreis really nice. It's quiet, cozy, and has a great atmosphere for a relaxed dinner! The portions are also huge Our server was wonderful from start to finish. He was friendly, attentive, and checked on us often without being overbearing. The service was honestly the best part of the experience. We started with the Sichuan calamari, and this was easily the highlight of the meal. It was perfectly crispy, the glaze had just the right amount of sweetness and heat, and the seasoning gave it a nice kick without overpowering the calamari. It was one of the best calamari dishes I've had and definitely raised my expectations for everything that followed. Next was the tenderloin bruschetta, and unfortunately this one just didn't work for me. The flavors didn't come together, and it was much saltier than it needed to be. It felt like there were too many things happening on the plate without much balance. I wouldn't order it again. For the entrées, the Chilean Sea Bass was very good. The fish was flaky and cooked well, the risotto was creamy, and the sauce brought everything together without being too heavy. It was one of the stronger dishes we ordered. The lobster stuffed ravioli was another solid choice. The filling was generous, there was plenty of lobster on top, and the vodka sauce complemented everything nicely without taking over. It was rich but still well balanced. We also tried the New Zealand rack of lamb. This one had mixed reviews at our table. It wasn't as tender as I was hoping, but I didn't dislike it and again I didn't love it! The blackened exterior and the wine reduction gave it good flavor, but it just wasn't particularly memorable. My favorite entrée ended up being the tomahawk pork chop. The pork itself was juicy, flavorful, and cooked really well. I wasn't a huge fan of the pineapple bourbon glaze since I didn't think it added much to the dish, but the quality of the meat made up for it. We also had the strawberry spinach salad, which was fresh and a nice lighter option alongside all the richer dishes. Then there was also a side dish with green beans and almond and again no complains there. Overall, I left feeling a little conflicted. The service was outstanding, the atmosphere was great, and the portions were very generous. The food itself was a mix of really good dishes and others that completely missed the mark. After such an incredible start with the calamari, I expected the rest of the meal to be on the same level, but it just never got there. I'm glad we tried it, but I don't think it's a place I'd rush back to.

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