The Mariner's

Name: The Mariner's
Address: 5948 Highway 1 Byp, Natchitoches, LA, United States, 71457-2625
Telephone: (318) 228-8056
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

532 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Southern

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Mariner's Restaurant in Natchitoches, LA sits on beautiful Sibley Lake and features contemporary southern cuisine including house made pasta, premier cuts of meat and fresh local seafood. Featuring an extensive award winning wine list, whiskey list, signature drinks and more.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Cajun, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(318) 228-8056
Website
http://www.marinersrestaurant.com/Assets/menu/pdf/MenuFull.2.pdf
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Ben Fidelak
Catering
visit our website at www.maisonlouisianecatering.com for our extensive catering menus
Private party facilities
call us to schedule your private event

Location
5948 Highway 1 Byp, Natchitoches, LA 71457-2625
Neighborhood
Natchitoches
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Cove Bar
Multiple dates available
Casual Dining Area
Docks Outside
Multiple dates available
Outside Dining Area
Main Dining
Multiple dates available
Fine Dining Area

Popular dishes

Boudin Wontons$8.00
cracklins, steen's demi-glaze
Shrimp Ceviche$9.00
mango, avocado
Oysters$13.00
charbroiled, rockefeller, bienville, mignonette ala keri
- Half Dozen$13.00
- Dozen$26.00
Raw$12.00
- Half Dozen$12.00
- Dozen$24.00
Smoked Salmon Dip$10.00
housemade chips
Boiled Louisiana Gulf Shrimp Cocktail$14.00
Caprese Salad$10.00
mozzarella, basil
Lamb Pops$14.00
raspberry chipotle glaze

Soups & Salads

Lump Crab & Corn Bisque$8.00
Louisiana Gulf Shrimp Chowder$8.00
Chicken & Sausage Gumbo$8.00
Caesar$7.00
Wedge$9.00
charred pork belly, dried fig, sunflower seeds, blue cheese
Side Salad Tossed or Caesar$5.00

Add-Ons

Grilled or Fried Lobster Tail$24.00
Lump Crabmeat$22.00
Gulf Shrimp (6)$12.00
grilled or fried
Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions$4.00
Stuffed Potato$5.00
French Fries$4.00
Sweet Potato Fries$4.00
Spinach Madeline$6.00
Sautéed Vegetables$6.00
Duck Fat Reduced Collard Greens$6.00
Jalapeño Cheese Grits$5.00

House Made Pasta

Blackened Chicken Alfredo$18.00
Crawfish & Shrimp Fettuccini$22.00
Lobster Ravioli$27.00
w. crabmeat cream sauce

Beef & Birds

Steak Oscar$42.00
lump crabmeat, bernaise, asparagus
Stuffed Chicken Breast$17.00
boudin, jalapeño cheese, spinach madeline
Pan Seared Duck Breast$25.00
blackberry sage, cashew butter, duck fat collards
Ribeye$38.00
side salad, stuffed potato
- 18oz$38.00
Bone in Manhattan$39.00
side salad, stuffed potato
- 14oz$39.00
Filet Mignon$35.00
side salad, stuffed potato
Tomahawk$68.00
sautéed mushrooms & onion, side salad, stuffed potato
Surf & Turf
side salad, stuffed potato
Filet Mignon (7oz)$42.00
- W. (6) Fried or Grilled Shrimp$42.00
- W. (7oz) Grilled Lobster Tail$54.00

Seafood

Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl$18.00
New Orleans Style BBQ Shrimp & Jalapeño Cheese Grits$22.00
Fried Catfish Filets$18.00
crawfish cream sauce, fries
Panko Encrusted Sea Bass$36.00
beurre blanc, spinach madeline
Seared Ahi Tuna$28.00
mango, avocado, ginger sesame seaweed salad
Shrimp Oscar$30.00
lump crabmeat, bernaise, asparagus
Grilled or Fried Lobster Tail (2)$48.00
Seafood Tower$120.00
lobster tail (2), boiled shrimp, mussels, king crab legs, half dozen raw oysters, shrimp ceviche, smoked salmon dip
Fried Seafood Tower$140.00
lobster tail (2), shrimp, alligator, soft shell crab, oysters, catfish, calamari, crawfish tails, crabmeat kickers, fries, sweet potato fries, onion rings

Beverages

Coke$2.00
Diet Coke$2.00
Coke Zero$2.00
Sprite$2.00
Dr. Pepper$2.00
Diet Dr. Pepper$2.00
Lemonade$2.00
Root Beer$2.00
Gold Peak Sweet Tea$2.00
Gold Peak Unsweet Tea$2.00
Coffee$2.50
Hot Tea$2.50
Espresso$4.00

What 532 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

532 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food Room was somewhat cold but the meal was excellent
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HelenaA
Las Vegas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and excellent service. The menu options were fabulous and we were spoilt for choice. Cannot recommend highly enough.
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BRGirl
New Orleans
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely setting, food delicious, waitstaff outstanding.
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LuvdaLAseafood
New Orleans
22 reviews
3.0
22 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience5
The venue is located on the lake and it is very appealing. There is outdoor seating, and “fine dining” seating inside. The front door is damaged like it was broke into. There are several maître D stations. We ordered the wontons stuffed with boudin and they were delicious. I ordered the lump crap meat and corn soup and side salad. My sister ordered the Shrimp Oscar, grilled because the waiter recommended it. Her Caesar salad was huge coming out first. A side salad portion was eaten the rest left uneaten. My soup came out cold in the center, hot on the edges and curled. It was absolutely inedible. The waiter did offer to replace it with gumbo, which was way too salty to my liking. The side salad was solid spring mix stems. My sister’s shrimp and asparagus had black charcoal over both which was messy to eat and they were so salty she wanted to gag. The meals were very disappointing after enjoying the atmosphere and wontons. We both will not be returning unless it is for drinks and the wontons.
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JohnT
Shreveport
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere and great food!! Will definitely visit again when in town.
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OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
My sister & I brought my mom to town to see the Christmas lights & we enjoyed a delicious dinner at Mariner’s!! The food was wonderful & the service was outstanding!
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JamieH
New Orleans
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The seafood tower was a hit. Not only was it delicious and filling, it was fun to eat.
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ToddM
New Orleans
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous service and food, as always! Mariners is 2nd to non!
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KendraB
Shreveport
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We visited Mariner’s to celebrate our daughter’s birthday. The food was fantastic! The service was excellent! Server Chris was awesome!!! Everyone was super friendly. The only negative thing was we brought a cake for her birthday and they charged us $1.50 per person to cut the cake, which seemed odd to me. I’ve never received a service charge for a birthday cake. Other than that it was a wonderful experience and we will definitely be back, just without a birthday cake!
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KeneshaJ
Shreveport
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I brought my daughter and her guest to celebrate her 12th birthday. It was a great experience for them. The food was great, and the service was top notch. The host was very patient with the children and very humble. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for quality food and service.
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JenaeRichard
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner was amazing. The service was awesome as well. My son enjoyed his birthday dinner. The tomahawk was 🔥
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KirkR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic shrimp and grits! Quick and friendly service.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We reserved a table dockside. It was very nice. A little warm at first as it was 5pm seating. Wine list extensive. Had a Chablis which was good. I ordered charbroiled oysters and they were really delicious. Hubby had the sure and turf. Which was also good. We both had salads before our meal which were also good. Great service and the sunset view was beautiful! Great evening!
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BirgitC
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Lovely setting, good seafood. The oysters could have been better (but we are used to the ones from Marennes-Oleron
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience3
Don’t waste your time here. Food was forgettable and the service was terrible. Took us 1 1/2 hours to even get our food and the dock was not busy. Pretty location and deck, but that’s about it
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DennisL
Shreveport
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual The Mariner’s did not disappoint. The food and service were excellent!!
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BagbyC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
The meal was delicious. My only disappointment was my Caesar salad and I actually sent it back. The lettuce was brown and when I moved the lettuce around it just got worse. The salad was replaced with something else and the meal went on without a hitch. The view was beautiful with the sun going down
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Casey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Everything was delicious and service was great! Will definitely go again!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Really enjoyed the music on the dock while enjoying a good meal with family.
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TaakaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 1, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
THE FOOD WAS GOOD , NOT A RED WINE TYPE OF LADY, MY SERVER SUGGESTED A SWEET RED WINE IT WAS SO SUPERB THAT I HAD TO HAVE TWO BOTTLES. THE ATMOSPHERE IS AMAZING AND THE STAFF IS AWESOME AS WELL. DEFINETLY WOULD RECOMMEND GOING.
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Beau
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have always enjoyed dining at Mariners. Great service & food is superb. Sublet Lake provides an amazing view as well.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the best meal and cocktails when we visited Natchitoches and had dinner at the Mariner’s. The Oscar steak was the best steak we’ve ever had. And the spicy pineapple margarita was so good, we ended up having a few. And the wine list was incredible which is always a good sign of an excellent restaurant. The ambiance at the restaurant was beautiful too. We got to see the most beautiful sunset on the lake as well. What a nice surprise. We can’t wait to go back!
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KirkS
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Service, Food and atmosphere was amazing. Collin did a great job managing up and providing recommendations.
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tracyb
Shreveport
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful dining experience! Fun Girl’s Night with amazing cocktails and entrees! Great service by the best staff! Everything was delicious! Highly recommend!!!!
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Buck
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
The food was good however if you are going to pay the prices the cut of meat needs to be a little better. The Ribeyes are way too fatty. Their stuffed potatoes are pre prepared. I was told I couldn’t order a baked potato so I settled for a side I didn’t really want. Unfortunately I can’t eat bacon bits and they were in the stuffed potato’s. K. Holt Sieper, LA
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I highly recommend Mariners ! I ordered the strawberry feta salad and added grilled shrimp! It was the perfect summer dish. Others ordered the filet mignon, which was perfectly cooked , and the sea bass. The sea bass was perfection! Cade was our server and did a great job!
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SamuelA
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience4
The kitchen needs to tighten up. Chill your salads, plates, and salad dressing. Everything was warm. Corn and crab tasted ok but way too thick and the consistency looked like it was curdled. Stuffed potato was pathetic. All needs much improvement
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DanaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was perfect for our date night with a great view and great food.
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BrentC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was good, but pricey. Waitstaff VERY pleasant and helpful. No music, just a lot of chatter. Love the new look
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BobbyD
Dallas
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious dinner was served by Collin, with attention to detail of the food allergy of my wife. We will return!
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic views. Delicious meal. Attentive service. A great experience! We look forward to returning in the fall when it is cool enough to enjoy the deck.
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BBLB
Shreveport
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 1, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Always enjoy the setting and the service was great.
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MM
MississippiMud
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
The pork sirloin and lamb pops were incredible. The lobster ravioli was almost inedible, the filling seemed to be pureed imitation crab meat and the cream sauce had little flavor. We ordered a cuba libre which was watered down and the house old fashioned which had an unpleasant amount of muddled orange flesh in the glass. Our server had a bit of a spill at another table which is understandable, but seemed to have a hard time composing himself and focusing on his service afterwards.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Everything was great. Steaks perfectly cooked, tasty sides. Friendly and attentive staff.
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DM
DeborahM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was outstanding from the start to finish. The food was fantastic. It is the perfect restaurant for a birthday celebration or a date night. I highly recommend!
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DebraA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
From the moment we were greeted at the door until our last bite everything was perfect. Service was outstanding. Margarita flight was beautifully presented and food and atmosphere could not have been better. 10/10
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely enjoyed our meal at the Mariner! We arrived at sunset and the view from the docks was incredible. I was so impressed by the selection of wines available, the staff's expertise was extremely helpful. The filet was perfectly cooked and the attention to detail was wonderful. One of my all time favorites includes the poke bowl, the dressing and the fresh ingredients! Would most definitely recommend the Mariner for any occasion!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful birthday dinner. Lots of extras to help make our celebration special. The seafood tower was amazing!
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JayS
New Orleans
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food and service, including a great salad with poppyseed dressing, sea bass, and seared ahi tuna. Excellent drink and wine menu. Very nice setting on a lake. Highly recommended.
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Outoftowners
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and the view is amazing. Can’t wait to go back!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Mariner's is rated 4.7 stars by 532 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 3, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

5948 Highway 1 Byp, Natchitoches, LA 71457-2625

Additional information

Neighborhood
Natchitoches
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Southern, Cajun, American
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ben Fidelak
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.marinersrestaurant.com/Assets/menu/pdf/MenuFull.2.pdf
Phone number
(318) 228-8056
Catering
visit our website at www.maisonlouisianecatering.com for our extensive catering menus
Private party facilities
call us to schedule your private event

The Mariner's

Make a reservation

Additional information

Cove Bar

Docks Outside

Main Dining

Fried Seafood Tower

Caprese Salad

Oysters

Starters

Boudin Wontons$8.00

Shrimp Ceviche$9.00

Oysters$13.00

Raw$12.00

Smoked Salmon Dip$10.00

Boiled Louisiana Gulf Shrimp Cocktail$14.00

Caprese Salad$10.00

Lamb Pops$14.00

Soups & Salads

Lump Crab & Corn Bisque$8.00

Louisiana Gulf Shrimp Chowder$8.00

Chicken & Sausage Gumbo$8.00

Caesar$7.00

Wedge$9.00

Side Salad Tossed or Caesar$5.00

Add-Ons

Grilled or Fried Lobster Tail$24.00

Lump Crabmeat$22.00

Gulf Shrimp (6)$12.00

Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions$4.00

Stuffed Potato$5.00

French Fries$4.00

Sweet Potato Fries$4.00

Spinach Madeline$6.00

Sautéed Vegetables$6.00

Duck Fat Reduced Collard Greens$6.00

Jalapeño Cheese Grits$5.00

House Made Pasta

Blackened Chicken Alfredo$18.00

Crawfish & Shrimp Fettuccini$22.00

Lobster Ravioli$27.00

Beef & Birds

Steak Oscar$42.00

Stuffed Chicken Breast$17.00

Pan Seared Duck Breast$25.00

Ribeye$38.00

Bone in Manhattan$39.00

Filet Mignon$35.00

Tomahawk$68.00

Surf & Turf

Filet Mignon (7oz)$42.00

Seafood

Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl$18.00

New Orleans Style BBQ Shrimp & Jalapeño Cheese Grits$22.00

Fried Catfish Filets$18.00

Panko Encrusted Sea Bass$36.00

Seared Ahi Tuna$28.00

Shrimp Oscar$30.00

Grilled or Fried Lobster Tail (2)$48.00

Seafood Tower$120.00

Fried Seafood Tower$140.00

Beverages

Coke$2.00

Diet Coke$2.00

Coke Zero$2.00

Sprite$2.00

Dr. Pepper$2.00

Diet Dr. Pepper$2.00

Lemonade$2.00

Root Beer$2.00

Gold Peak Sweet Tea$2.00

Gold Peak Unsweet Tea$2.00

Coffee$2.50

Hot Tea$2.50

Espresso$4.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs