Large restaurant, big enough to hold large parties with a big parking lot…read more I came for Sunday brunch. They use a banquet room and set the food out in 2 long rows. They had options like seafood pasta, salmon, tilapia, beef carving station, fried shrimp, and fried catfish. They also had a pot of really good gumbo. Traditional breakfast items like bacon, pancakes, made to order omelets. Some veggies like brussel sprouts, broccoli and items to build your own salad. For the price I would go back, I would love for them to create a mocktail menu

My wife and I go to Freda's occasionally for special occasions, and last night was like that. We…read morewere treated like special people. But I also saw a family with four kids get seated at a big, round table, and the waiters wasted no time getting drinks in foam cups with lids and straws to the kiddos, and for them to be attentive to all kinds of customers like that is worth calling out. As for the food, I ordered an appetizer and the orange roughy with shrimp with a glass of wine, and my wife ordered salmon the way she likes it (not on the menu) and the waiter didn't blink and it came perfectly done. My roughy came on a bed of risotto and very large asparagus I feared would be tough. Not to worry, they were great, though I would have enjoyed three shrimp instead of two. The crab cake is extraordinary, and I urge you to compare it with other bready monsters you get elsewhere. Delicately crusted with a lightly spicy remoulade, it's a terrific starter. The mousse cake is a touch heavy but the crème brûlée is just right. We ate ourselves silly.

Recently reopened under new ownership. I'm 99% certain that the new owners used to run the now…read moreclosed Mandala Kitchen on South Lamar. They brought a lot of their old menu with them which is great because I loved their viet food. The banh khot (turmeric pancakes) are still delicious, and their "chef's special" which is a very generous portion of fried fish filets in a tamarind sauce is a phenomenal dish, one that I'd come just to eat. The fish is fried super well and the sauce is incredibly flavorful. Don't sleep on the wings either. Good size, cooked perfectly (crispy and not dry). They're still transitioning from the old juicy claws menu so not everything on the old menu is available yet. But what is available is fantastic. The service is also friendly and kind. They're still clearly working out some kinks at the moment but give them some grace and you'll be rewarded with a really fantastic meal.

My friends and I decided Fat Tuesday to be had here! And we made the right choice. And since it was…read morealso Chinese New Year---I couldn't eat shell fish but had an amazing fish and chips. They have military discount and the value of the food was great! Excellent service!!! Spacious and clean space

Surf & Turf has become my family's favorite restaurant. The food, the service, all the staff,…read moreeverything is always 100%. CJ is hands down our favorite server at Surf N Turf! Every time we come in, CJ remembers us, treats us like family, and makes sure everything is perfect. The energy, the kindness, and the attention to detail never go unnoticed. It's the kind of service that keeps us coming back again and again. We appreciate you so much, CJ! If you go to Surf N Turf, ask for CJ, you won't regret it!

I had the most terrible experience in the hospitality field today. This place has great food and a…read morecool atmosphere, but the problem is their service is awful. They were understaffed which makes no sense because they're making good money.. so there's staff. We're working three jobs instead of having just one roll. I tried to get service they wouldn't give me service and then in the end. JP said I was drunk even though I had two beers and they would not serve me anymore and I was trying to get them to serve me and they just would not I am a disabled man. I draw social security. This was discrimination in its worst example. I suffer from bipolar disorder and I've been manic. I can be hard to be around in America. I might make people uncomfortable but I can't help it. It's my illness. I will never support a business that discriminates against people's illnesses

Outstanding food and service!!! The yams are just perfect and the cornbread dressing is really good…read moretoo. We each had a catfish and shrimp combo and the servings were generous and perfectly seasoned. The owner, Antonio, was very enthusiastic and made our visit a fun outing. He really worked the crowd going table to table checking on customers and thanking them for coming. The restaurant had a really festive atmosphere like one big family. We will definitely be back to try the chicken wings. They looked delicious on others' plates.

THIS SH** LITERALLLY WHIPPED UP SOUL!!!!…read more Hands down, this is the best Soul Food in Austin, TX. My girlfriend and I have been here 4 times in counting. Every time we come, we have been satisfied. This is a black-owned restaurant and babiiesss, this is one for the books. The best times to come are early before 5. SUNDAYS ARE SUPER BUSY, (line out the door busy), so beware of that. Let's start with the service, the owner is HIM. Every time we've come, he's greeting everyone that comes in with a calm, cool, welcoming, and assured demeanor about himself while taking orders. When he has the chance, he comes by the tables and checks in with everyone, making sure everyone is satisfied and the place is up to his standards. This man is the definition of #HANDSON! It's needed. He doesn't know it, but we really value him. The Ambiance is usually way more busier, energetic like. However, today we came closer to opening @ 11:15am and was able to enjoy sitting down without the rush. It's always great music playing, so you know I'm jamming :P The cooks keep hair nets on their heads and gloves on. It's somewhat an open window kitchen so that's cool too. There's usually a cleaning lady going around making sure the place stays clean and tables rotating. The prices aren't bad. They did just increase since the last we been here, but they're still affordable. Now for the food WITH SOULLLL... Since we've been here so many times, I'll give you the MUST TRYs! These are delicious, delightful and your tastebuds will love you for it. Plus the portions are generous and never lack in flavor. #ComfortingFood 1. Oxtail Eggrolls $14 2. Cheezy Mac (regular) $6 3. Sweet Glazed Yams (regular) $6 4. Mean Greens (regular) $6 5. Pistachio Brownie (when available) 6. Sweet Tea $3.75 7. Fried Cabbage (Weekend Side Special) My rating... this place is definitive of SOUL. It's consistent, clean, and carries the vibes! One thing about it, whether you're vegetarian or loving the meat, you'll find something to love that will lighten your soul. It's been hard to find QUALITY food here in Austin, but we found it in 'WHIP MY SOUL'. So GO, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! You won't be disappointed.

Me and my boyfriend decided go when we saw they had the $8.99 a pound crawfish deal . The minimum…read morewas 3lbs so we got 6lbs and the boudin ballz Togo. Right when we pulled into the parking lot you could smell the aroma of garlic and spices . I love the seasoning here, you can't go wrong with Veit Cajun boil. The crawfish itself were decently sized & so juicy . We added boiled potatoes and eggs when we got home to soak up all that sauce . Boudin ballz were crispy but also had a good amongst of seafood as well. I liked the sauce that came with it .

We tried HappyRito Seafood and were really disappointed…read more Food: The food was overpriced for what you get, and the portions were small. Ours wasn't very hot and didn't have much flavor. Service: Service felt slow and unorganized. We waited longer than expected and it just didn't feel worth it. I've also seen some questionable things on social media about how customers have been treated by the owner or managers, which made me a little hesitant to try this place in the first place. They weren't there when we visited, but it definitely left me with concerns. Ambiance: The place felt crowded and not very clean, which made the experience even less enjoyable. Overall: Not a great experience, especially for the price. We won't be back.

Nice staff.good selection.nice layout.good prices.goid yummy food.would highly recommend it .read more

Even after several returns, this place still stands strong as one of our favorite local gems. We…read moredecided to try a few new dishes this time and did not disappoint. But of course, can't leave here without the fresh half shelled oysters! We got 1.5 dozens this time. Yumm!!! The Ceviche took us back to our fond memories of having one of our favorite fish ceviche on the beach vacationing in Mexico. It was not fishy and well balanced with the fresh citrus base and lightly sweetened. The fresh chips give the bite a perfect crunch. We also got their beet and feta cheese salad, which was on their daily special menu. It was refreshing and love the added bitterness from the arugula. It wasn't the best we've had but we still enjoyed it. Service is always superb and their waiters work so well together supporting the tables without missing a beat.

Had a great Saturday lunch at Salt Traders. The food was really good across the board, and the…read morevalue for the portion sizes stood out. The tuna tacos (a special) were easily the best thing we had--so good they should be a permanent menu item. The ceviche was fresh and flavorful, and the $1 oysters during Saturday happy hour were an awesome deal. The Gulf shrimp cocktail was solid and exactly what you'd expect, while the burger was filling and a great value. Service was fast and friendly, and the whole experience felt smooth and easy. The ambiance is clean and modern with a relaxed coastal oyster bar vibe, making it a great spot for a casual lunch. Overall, a very good meal and definitely a place I'll be coming back to.

Salt Traders in Round Rock has become one of our go-to spots, and it never disappoints. The food…read moreand service are consistently excellent, which keeps us coming back. From the amazing sourdough bread to the smoked fish appetizer, everything starts off strong. For mains, you really can't go wrong--whether it's the shrimp and lobster roll or the classic fish and chips, every dish hits the mark. We also highly recommend the crab fried rice. I can't remember a visit where we haven't ordered andextra one for leftovers. It's a great spot no matter the time of day. Whether you're stopping in for brunch, lunch, or dinner, Salt Traders is always a solid choice when you're craving delicious, well-prepared seafood.

LOVE Stuffed Especially on Wednesdays! That's Jambalaya…read moreDay and it is soooo GOOD Got it to go and they had it all ready when I arrived.

Had gone to check out Interstellar bbq on Friday at about 130 but they had run of just about…read moreeverything. Fortunately for us, we looked across the street and saw this spot which turned out to be a gem. It's a cajun meat market that doubles as a cajun kitchen. They offer simple, no frills dishes that are pretty tasty and true to Louisiana cuisine. There's limited seating and while there's a steady number of folks coming in, didnt see anyone not grt a table so the flow is pretty steady for geoups of 4 or less. If you're bringing a group larger than 4, you may have a hard time seating everyones. We had the shrimp po boy and the roast beef boy. The french bread on both was amazing: warm and soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Both were loaded pretty generously and came with lettuce, tomato pickles and mayo. The side we chose were fries which were pretty spectacular: thinly cut and well seasoned. The only sad part is that it's way north for us. We'd probably be there more often if ot were closer.

Very fresh seafood selections. The paella had chorizo so it…read morewas a tad on the greasy side for my gut. You get a small cup of soup to start. And chips. I'll try the ceviche next time. David had great drink suggestions.

Holiday party #4 tonight...we met a friend of ours for a holiday party being held at Simar. While…read morethe Mexican seafood restaurant has been open for 4 years, this is the first time we have visited. The hostess provided tortilla chips along with ceviche, guacamole and salsa. We ate lightly as we were heading to a dinner holiday party. The appetizers were absolutely delicious. I got to speak with Chef Manny and and Carina, the general manager to gain some insights about the business. Mexican Cocina is based on the cooking method and seasonings. The foods can be cooked over fire, oven or in the stove. Their unique value proposition is that you can choose your seafood from the case and the restaurant staff prepares the food to your liking. The restaurant is very large with different size rooms for rental. For large party rentals the spend minimum is $1000 and during the week it is $800. Such a nice find relatively close to home...definitely will return...

They have the best crawfish in town in my opinion! Their seasoning is so different .. leans closer…read moreto Mexican spices than your traditional Cajun. ITS SO good. Service is always friendly and they treat you like you've been going there for years.

This place must have a cult following of those who really enjoy the food; however, it's just not…read morefor me. I was looking for a whole catfish meal and this place came up. I ordered it and the gumbo and the crab claws. The gumbo isn't gumbo or at least the kind of gumbo in Louisiana. It's far from it and definitely not good. The other food was just overwhelmingly salty to the point it was not edible. I was hoping for more but let down. There's too many other seafood places in Austin to eat here.