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3.8 (131 reviews)
InexpensiveGreek, Southern, Seafood
Closed 10:30 am - 8:45 pm
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Shrimp Plate Fries & Baked Potato
Tameka G.

My family and I love this Showmars!!! They are always good. I have never had a bad meal from here. The staff are helpful and work fast. Here you can find the best fish sandwich I have ever had. I also think they have the best sweet tea. They also have a popcorn shrimp mini meal that is really filling. I use the app to order and it is usually ready by the time I arrive. Showmars is a great option for a good meal!

Grilled chicken pita.
Laurie I.

This was the first time I've been to Shomars. I didn't go into the restaurant, so this review is based on my food alone. I had the grilled chicken pita, which included a grilled chicken breast with lettuce, tomatoes and tzatziki sauce. I also had a side of hummus with pita. It was all average. Not great but not bad. My grilled chicken was a little dry with not much flavor, and I wasn't in love with the taste of their hummus. I don't recall any tomatoes on my pita, but hubby might have asked them to hold the tomatoes when he ordered it for me. And I didn't get pita triangle pieces with my hummus, just another piece of pita bread, but it was okay. Overall, it was average. I might return again and try something different that may be a little more flavorful.

Chicken pita
Pamela D.

First time going here and not gonna lie I was a little disappointed. First and foremost the service here is awesome! Everyone is so nice and eager to help, from the guy behind the counter to the woman bussing tables. I asked for recommendations for what to order and was told the fish sandwich is the best item with Cole slaw and tartar sauce, so that's what I got. The sandwich had lots of fish on it, but there was absolutely no flavor to it at all (even with the tartar sauce, slaw, and hotsauce.) The fries were fine, just needed salt and Ketchup. My friend got the chicken pita and hers looked amazing so if I go back I will try that. We also had the fried okra...not a huge fan, mostly because of the texture. The place has ample parking and service is pretty quick if you are looking for a quick bite.

Double cheese burger with a side of fried okra- very good
Kat S.

The menu made me chuckle- fried fish and gyros. It was one of those things I had to see. My coworker and I were looking for a lunch spot and the variety of the menu looked like it was going to be a hit. It a spot where you order at the counter and there is a large men on the side wall as you wait in line. We moved out of the way looking at the specific menu items before walking up to the cashier. We're given our drinks and a number to place on the table. The cashier was lovely and when I asked if the place was a chain, she proudly shared "we have 33 locations!" The food was deliver to the table by a very cheerful employee and she came by the table a couple times offering refills and to clear the table. Heads up- it is a P-e-p-s-i restaurant. Much more popular in the Charlotte area than I remembered. It wasn't the best food I had ever had- no one needs that rice to veggie and grilled chicken ratio. I may try something else when I return.

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Keith S.

I don't tent to eat at showmars often, but that needs to change, it's always so good! I normally get one of their pita burgers, but I've never had anything from here that wasn't really good. The menu selection is good, the service is always fast and friendly, and the restaurant is clean and well maintained.

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Food is good. I always get the fish but, recently, it's been a little "fishy" tasting. The portions are good and the service is excellent!!!

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$3.99 fish sandwich's so bomb!! I love that they added the pickup door to the side. Real easy and fish sandwiches never fail me!

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Very good fish sandwich with fried okra. Hard working staff I enjoyed my meal. I recommend this place

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Very quick service. I like how they have a separate side for to go orders. The food is good. There staff were all pleasant !

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Quick and reasonably priced Showmars offers a variety of true and tried dishes. You can't go wrong with any of them.

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