Having never been in we had no idea what we were doing, but the young man who took our order was very friendly and patient. Place was packed but they were efficient. Food was absolutely amazing! Would highly recommend! read more

Skinner's Seafood - Shrimp, scallops, two type of crab plus potatoes and corn. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Dauphin Island, Alabama

If you are anywhere near Dauphin Island and want the freshest, most delicious seafood possible, you absolutely have to go to Skinner's Seafood. We ordered the crab, and it was hands-down the best crab we have ever had in our entire lives! It was perfectly cooked, incredibly flavorful, and just melted in your mouth. Skinner's is a local staple for a reason. Having them steam everything fresh to-go makes for the ultimate effortless dinner. The staff is friendly, the quality is unmatched, and the experience is unbeatable. We are already planning our next trip back just to get more. Do yourself a favor and don't skip this place--10/10 would recommend to anyone! read more

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Really nice steamed shrimp at a fair price. I was apprehensive that they would be overpriced and small, but they were great. I would recommend calling in your steamed order. read more

You can't get anything fresher. It's a stop for us every time we come. We also stock up for the trip home.

Local service, great variety, and reasonable prices. I highly recommend the steamers.

The food was amazing and had great price. Also, appreciated how friendly and attentive the staff was. Highly recommend it to anyone visiting- it's the best seafood on the island. Beautiful shrimp and crab legs. Will definitely be back for spring break again next year. read more

Every single thing we ordered was outstanding. Best fried green tomatoes and fried fish I have ever eaten. The salad was so fresh and crisp! The only thing I dislike is that I live 14 hrs away and may never get the opportunity to return. read more

came in one day 30 minutes from close (it says they cook until 15 minutes before close ) asked if they were still cooking they told me had to have order NOW or no food couldn't even get my wife and kid out of the car , went next day to give them a second chance wouldn't let me do two different spice levels .... pretty bad when you won't even cater to the people paying your bills . Will not be back food was mediocre at best way to much h salt . could've made better myself at home I won't be back . read more

Best seafood on the island! The staff was quick in getting our order and we were in and out in 10 mins. Their main displays showed current fresh seafood. They also had freezer full of frozen goodies (fish, crab, etc). If you plan to buy raw and prepare a boil at home, they have all the fixings you need. We bought an array of seafood. We did fresh raw oysters. Super sweet and not fishy at al. The shrimp and crab bisque was so good. We had some cooked scallops, snapper, blue crab claws, and shrimp. We opted with no sides only because we want to sample the fresh seafood. All prepared by them (medium and garlic flavored) and brought back to the beach house for an nice afternoon snack! read more

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Prices have gone up in the past few years, but what's new?! The seafood at Skinner's is still fantastic and they've increased their steaming capacity so the waits are often shorter than in the past. It's still worth it to call ahead, but not during the last hour of service (roughly) when they shut off the phones and you have to make it to the store to order before they close. Shrimp is still the star with MANY options and they pretty much always have the elusive Royal Reds which I love even though they're flash frozen at sea since the fishery is so far away. Buy your [fantastically fresh] grouper early in the weekend since it often runs out these days, and if you want jumbo lump crab you'll need to order the previous day (in person or via phone) because they generally don't stock it due to price. There's always a bunch of lump crab and claw meat so no need to worry about that but for me I'll pay the extra for jumbo lump any day because it makes a huge difference. Just my opinion, but I'm right. :) Skinner's is still a friendly family-run business with top quality seafood and even some add-on and frozen options such as soups plus sausage, seasonings, etc. Bring your wallet (and pay in cash if possible), but definitely one of the best quality seafood markets you'll find anywhere and the steamer platters end up being a pretty good value for a great meal (we love the "local" Conecuh sausage as an accompaniment to the shrimp). Unequivocally Skinner's is a must-stop on a visit to (or near) Dauphin Island. read more

Shrimp are huge and clean. Place is a fish store and that's what it looks like. Highly recommend.

Take out only with a cash discount. I felt a bit like I was about to have a soup nazi experience but when I asked the guy to walk me through the process line like I was a novice and a Yankee, he almost smiled and then was very helpful. You can and should cal ahead with your order to pickup for dinner. Small area to wait with some good provisions for sale. Pro Tip: Get the Cole slaw. And also the seafood chowder. But definitely the Cole slaw. read more

Skinner's Seafood - Seafood Markets Near Me - Dauphin Island, Alabama

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First visit to the island and I knew Skinner's was a must. Crab meat was fresh and clean. Made great crab cakes and chowder. Shrimp plates for Mother's Day (steamed at the store) were a good deal and had great taste. These were a little overcooked and difficult to peel. Will definitely shop at Skinner's again but will cook the seafood myself. read more

Skinner's Seafood - Shrimp plate. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Dauphin Island, Alabama

AWSOME!!!!!!!! Just arrived in Dolphin. After a long days drive, daughter suggested this place. Everything was cooked to perfection, According to son-in-law place smelled like heaven and was clean too.staff was very professional and polite. Totally delicious read more

This place has been my go to for the best quality and freshest seafood in Mobile for nearly 15 years. Anytime I am near the Island, I stop by and load up on shrimp, oysters and fish. They are family run and always friendly. read more

I was a little intimidated having to go and pick my own seafood and understand the ordering procedures, but in retrospect, it could not have been easier. I ordered the half pound Royal red shrimp plate, which includes corn and potatoes. Spicy hot seasoning. It took them about ten minutes to stream it all done. The food was delicious, and it continued to stay warm as we drove it to the very end of the island. The service experience can feel a little bit like Seinfeld's soup nazi, as the servers are generally pretty ready to get down to business. Don't let that deter you. Go try this place. You'll go back several times, just like I did. read more

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Great place to pickup some fresh steamed seafood while in Dauphin. We had crab legs, steamed shrimp, potatoes, and corn. Best place to get take out on Dauphin. Save your time and just go here first, nothing on the island compares. We will be back! read more

Quick service, phenomenal food! We have a family of 4 and could feed everyone from 2 "plates". Hours are different than posted so keep an eye, but well worth the wait! read more

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Everything we buy us fresh. Delicious seafood. Looking forward to buying more fish. Crab legs

We visit Dauphin Island twice during the year. We've been purchasing seafood at Skinners for the past five years and have never been disappointed. First, the service has always been first rate. We've always been treated with courtesy, friendliness, and welcoming attitudes. Second, we've never been disappointed in the food. It's all very delicious. I appreciate the fresh fish recommendations. Finally, please do not base your decisions about going to Skinners by the very rare 1 & 2 star recommendations. Some people are simply never going to be satisfied, Give Skinners a try. It's a local establishment that's been preparing high quality seafood for a long time. read more

This place is awesome!! They have a wide selection of everything you need for an at home crab boil. We did the option for them to steam it there and take it home. Phenomenal!! Love their selection of sauces. read more

Delicious fresh seafood - steamed to order. We had the red shrimp and scallops. Rounded it out with corn, potatoes and sausage. What a wonderful meal. read more

Food was great. We did the a couple of the shrimp plates and a snow crab plate. We also got some of the bisque. Oh my the bisque was AMAZING! The steam plates were great as well. People were friendly. I would highly recommend this place. We will eat here again. All take out and perfect for us during this COVID time. Staff is behind plexiglass but no masks. Limited hours during the office season. read more

Skinner's Seafood - Snow crab, sausage and shrimp boil - Seafood Markets Near Me - Dauphin Island, Alabama

The best seafood on the island by far. It is fresh and it is flavorful. Everybody is always so nice and accommodating! Can't wait to be back for some more shrimp and crab claws from Skinners! read more

This is one of our must go places on DI It's small, family run and has a true island feel to it. Carry out only. Call ahead for fish available and plan to be stuffed to the gills. read more

Stopped here to get supper this evening. Ordered steamed shrimp, with sausage, potatoes, and corn. Everything was really good. Service was good. You order and they cook it. Will eat here again next time we're on the Island. read more

Skinner's Seafood - Steamed shrimp with sausage, potatoes, and corn - Seafood Markets Near Me - Dauphin Island, Alabama

We got a pound of steamed shrimp spicy and another pound steamed with pepper/garlic. Was the perfect lunch time snack. Very delicious and reasonably priced. Will definitely be back next time I'm at Dauphin Island. Very friendly staff as well. read more

Skinner's Seafood - Spicy and garlic pepper shrimp with corn and potatoes - Seafood Markets Near Me - Dauphin Island, Alabama

Always amazing, best steamed shrimp around! You won't be disappointed. I've never gotten anything there that wasn't delicious!

We have nothing but good things to say about Skinners! We are visiting from out of state and wanted to try some fresh seafood. The food was amazing. We got the salmon, one spicy and one black pepper/garlic. Highly recommend the spicy! Not that the pepper/garlic wasn't good, but the spicy was just out of this world. The staff was super friendly and there really wasn't much of a wait! We are definitely going to try to get back to this place before we have to leave and will be back on our next visit! read more

Stopped by here because husband saw a sign for the gumbo. Didn't even realize the business name till we pulled in the parking lot. Went in and it is very similar to a local business in Pascagoula. They had a special on a 1/2 lb shrimp and I got it and the gumbo. Went to Cadillac Square and enjoyed a picnic with my husband. The steamer special had just enough shrimp and potatoes for a couple to share and was steamed to perfection. The gumbo had a very dark roux, but that made it extra enjoyable. I got a business card and menu and was informed that in Sept, they change to winter hours, so check back at that time. Will call ahead next time so no waiting and make sure for all steamer items you call ahead to ensure the times cause they stop steaming 15 minutes before close. read more

Always have to go to Skinner's at least once when visiting and never disappointed. This time just ordered a couple of shrimp plates (be sure to call in advance). They were ready and delicious. Warning - spicy is SPICY! Can't wait to visit again. read more

Great seafood boil. We got it for 8 and added scallops and very pleased. Order ahead and pick up read more

We got takeout 2 separate times and they exceeded expectations. We got scallops, Fish (tilapia), 2lb crab legs, 2lb red Royal shrimp, 1lb large shrimp. This was more then enough for 2 people we had alot leftover. 2lb of crab legs was about 3sets of legs. We got the salt/pepper/garlic flavor which was good. The other time we went we got potatoes and corn we got that seasoned in mild which was still a little hot for me personally but still delicious. read more

It was ready on time to pick up. Servings were huge but the taste was tremendous!!! We enjoyed it better than anything else we ate on the island last week and we had some really good food. 10 out of 10! read more

Not a lot of good places to eat on Dauphin Island, so thank god Skinner's is still in business. Now, if they had an actual sit down restaurant.........? read more

The crab legs with sausage, corn and potatoes were absolutely phenomenal! Seasoned and cooked to perfection! My family loves Dauphin Island and we will be back to skinners next summer! read more

We got the seafood boil and loved it. Ended up with shrimp, sausage and grouper along with corn and potatoes. Highly recommend.

The best crab clusters I've ever had! The shrimp is awesome and the seasoning pulls it all together perfectly! read more

Skinner's Seafood - Seafood steamer! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Dauphin Island, Alabama

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Skip eating out in town and just order or go by and grab some fresh seafood. They steam and have it ready for you in a jiffy. It beats anything you can get on Dauphin Island and you don't have to eat cold food or deal with slow service. Great place!!!! read more

We got the Steamed shrimp medium and spicy and loved it ! We will definitely be back the next time we visit Dauphin Island .