Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Mobile

OpenTable

Updated September 05, 2024

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The Royal Scam

4.9

4.9 (455)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Mobile

About the restaurant

The Royal Scam has served locals and visitors alike since December of 2006. We hope you'll enjoy our fresh Gulf seafood, hand cut filets and other specialties.

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jon

Dined 1 day ago

We had a birthday party for my friend at Royal scam. The food was excellent and the bartender George fixes amazing cocktails I was a bit upset to find that if you bring in an outside cake, they charge $10 per person to slice it That seems exorbitant to me, but I guess it’s kind of like a corkage fee Aside from that, it was a good experience Gumbo is not your typical Cajun gumbo much more of a tomato soup base Redfish was excellent as was the crème brûlée

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4.8

4.8 (1025)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Mobile

About the restaurant

Felix's Fish Camp is the place to feast on delicious, fresh, Gulf seafood & USDA certified steaks. You'll enjoy dishes prepared from classic Mobile recipes & a few new ones as well. Enjoy incredible entrees, salads, desserts, appetizers, & cocktails. Order our soups in a cup, bowl or as One-One-One which is one Demi-cup of our famous Gumbo, Crab Soup & Turtle Soup.
But the food is just the beginning. At Felix's Fish Camp you'll be treated to the best service in the Southeastern U.S. We pride ourselves on making you & your guests feel like the most important people in town...because you are!
Felix's Fish Camp Grill is situated on one of the most scenic parts of Mobile Bay. From our gigantic windows you can take in an entire panorama of natural beauty. Check out our sunsets!
As per ADA, only SVC Animals specially trained will be allowed to enter the dining areas. We will inquire if the animal is a service animal & what task that is performed. NO Outside food/drinks/desserts allowed.

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TammyBrechtDunbar

Dined 3 days ago

We had an amazing, delicious evening at Felix’s! Our waitress Meagan guided us expertly through the menu, and we were so happy she said we should try their famous Crab Soup (which was incredible!)!

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4.8

4.8 (2067)

$50 and over

American

Fairhope

About the restaurant

Thank you for your interest in The Wash House Restaurant, where you will find fine Southern coastal cuisine served in a casual atmosphere. Come and enjoy our great Southern hospitality. Semi-casual attire is accepted and reservations are recommended. Our dining room is open 7 Nights a week starting at 5:00pm.

We have the perfect area for private parties and can handle a variety of groups, clubs and events. If you are in need of catering, we are your catering resource. We will come to you for parties as big or small as you like. Whether it's a camp house, bay house, church, farm, wharf or even your house, we’ll be there. Catering for all occasions. Wherever and whenever you need us, we are there for you.

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Tom

Dined 3 days ago

The place is a gem. Fantastic ambiance, small but great menu, good bar and great service. Will be back

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4.8

4.8 (1416)

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Fairhope

About the restaurant

At The Hope Farm we recommend reservations to ensure the full experience. However, we welcome walk-in guests and will make every possible concession to accommodate. Please call to inquire about additional reservable tables at 251-340-3276.

If your party is 6+ please call. If you are looking for a reservation of 10+, a private party, or an event please visit our website at thehopefarm.com. Please allow 72 hours for responses due to high volume.

By the Alabama state law we do not participate in any corkage fees, however we have an extensive wine program.

Reservations are booked for the following spaces on our property based on time and date of reservation.

The Barn at The Hope Farm
Monday-Friday
11am-3pm

The Hope Farm
Tuesday-Friday
5pm-10pm
Saturday and Sunday
10am-11pm

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

Blown away by the entire experience! Didn’t get our servers name but he was very well prepared for all my questions and treated us very kindly. The food was amazing, had to order three entrees because we couldn’t decide on what we wanted and all three blew my mind!

Plane & Level Coastal

4.8

4.8 (134)

$50 and over

Tapas / Small Plates

Fairhope

About the restaurant

Welcome to Plane & Level Coastal, a culinary gem located in the heart of Fairhope, AL. This is the second establishment of the Plane & Level brand, with its original location in the landmark town of Old Town Spring, Texas. Led by the acclaimed Culinary Director Chef Orlando Amaro and the talented Sommelier/Winemaker Thomas Perez, our restaurant brings a unique coastal dining experience to the Gulf Coast.

We invite you to savor the delightful fusion of flavors in our seafood-inspired tapas, showcasing the finest ingredients and Chef Amaro's culinary creativity. Our menu boasts selections such as Jamón Iberico, tempting empanadas, and Pulpo a la plancha, each carefully crafted to take your taste buds on an extraordinary journey.

Whether you're in search of a romantic evening, a special dinner celebration, or a place to unwind after a long day, Plane & Level Coastal offers the perfect atmosphere. Our cozy ambiance invites you to relax and relish every moment.

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Cesar

Dined on Sep 2, 2024

Fabulous. Great traditional Spanish cuisine taken to a sophisticated higher level. Impeccable service and ambience. I highly recommend it. My wife and I have been there twice already and can’t wait to go back.

The Dumbwaiter Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1425)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Southern

Mobile

About the restaurant

Dumbwaiter is reminiscent of the nostalgic southern charm for which the city of Mobile is so well known. While quirky and quaint, this vital kitchen tool serves as an example of early restaurant innovation . Likewise, our restaurant integrates modern technology with the charm of yesteryear to provide a first class dining experience. The Dumbwaiter represents our commitment to carrying on the tradition of excellence from the kitchen, to the server, to your table.

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Jessica

Dined 6 days ago

The food was wonderful as well as the service. I got the tournedos (if you don’t like pepper don’t order this or if you do ignore the other reviews about it being so “horrible”) and my boyfriend had the cutting board. Both were delicious!! We also shared a bread pudding which was phenomenal. Our server was amazing. 10/10 recommend and would come again :•)

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4.7

4.7 (341)

$30 and under

American

Mobile

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of historic downtown Mobile, Chef Mark Strickland has prepared an outstanding seasonal menu of cuisine that encompasses our casual meets fine dining concept. Grace's beautiful main dining room seats over 100 guests open to the street for an indoor/outdoor experience. Our rooftop bar and lounge offers extra lounge seating and craft cocktails while enjoying a beautiful view of downtown Mobile for lunch, to watch the sunset, or to hang out late night with friends in a comfortable atmosphere. Whether you are upstairs or downstairs, be sure and check out Chef Mark's seasonal wontons, hand selected steaks and chops, fresh ground hamburgers, local seafood dishes, and fantastic dessert selections. Kaila, our in house pastry chef, would love to make your celebration complete with a personalized dessert with a little notice. Please contact us personally, we look forward to serving you!

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JOHNC

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Great service, excellent food, wonderful bloody mary. An excellent brunch experience.

R Bistro

4.6

4.6 (57)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Fairhope

About the restaurant

Chef Misty Rider has returned to the Fairhope area with signature dishes like Crawfish Gravy and a dark roux authentic Creole Gumbo. Her recipes have won awards in the Gulf Coast area from local papers to the notorious TripAdvisors Travelers' Choice Award honoring only 10% of restaurants in the world. For two years running, R Bistro has been a spot of luxury to local and visiting epicures alike. So please join us for a relaxing, whimsical atmosphere of great service and amazing food in her quaint, yet sophisticated bistro near the Fairhope pier. We hope to see you soon!

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Judithvip

Dined on Aug 23, 2024

Everything was outstanding as usual! In fact I even bought two quarts of soup to go home with me!

Bistro St. Emanuel

4.5

4.5 (257)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Mobile

About the restaurant

A French inspired Bistro located in the Fort Condé Village of downtown Mobile, serving brunch and dinner. Right across the street from the Fort Condé Inn.

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April

Dined 5 days ago

Everything was amazing!! Best brunch I’ve had in a long time!

Sean's Prime Dining

3.9

3.9 (292)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Fairhope

About the restaurant

Sean’s Prime Dining is an upscale dining experience with locally sourced gulf seafood, produce, and ingredients with prime cut meats in a casual dining atmosphere.

Sean Travis has years of experience in fine dining cooking, using quality products and cooking styles from French, Caribbean, & Asian cuisines.

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Sharon

Dined on Aug 20, 2024

My husband and I are new to the area and from Sarasota. We have dined four times at Sean's Prime Dining as a couple and also with friends from Sarasota and the Texas hill country. The meals have always been either excellent or very good. Our visiting friends also enjoyed their selections. Our server this week, Jennifer, was very friendly, helpful and attentive. I had the snapper and my husband had the seafood pasta dish. They were both very good and fresh. The truffle fries are always a treat and the filet mignon we have enjoyed during our past visits were excellent. I would recommend Sean's Prime Dining as a good selection for dining out in Fairhope.

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