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The Fish Market Restaurant

Seafood Restaurant$$$$

Five Points South, Birmingham

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"The best gumbo that I ever had so far.. Must try seafood place.."(4 Tips)
"Crab claws, oysters, Sicilian muscles, fried green tomatoes...."(6 Tips)
"Hush puppies and Blackened Amberjack are AWESOME!"(2 Tips)
"Grilled crab claws"(2 Tips)

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K.j. YoungOctober 23, 2014
The fish is so fresh. Skip the bambam shrimp tho. Also no on the gumbo. Chowder is descent, trout is off the hook. Grouper also fantastic. Small band of retirees plays banjo, horn and upright base.
Deanne HayesAugust 7, 2014
Been here 25+ times
This is my go-to place for quality, delicious food! Love the blackened fish- grouper, snapper or salmon and the oysters on a half-shell.
Natasha MaytonFebruary 19, 2016
This place has garnered itself a historic reputation. It is centrally located downtown and features a fresh fish market and pantry section.
Kaity CorderOctober 22, 2011
This is probably my favorite restaurant in Birmingham. Absolutely amazing food for some of the fairest prices I've ever seen. I love the market set up, perfect. However, they need some beer on tap!
Rachel SmithermanJuly 1, 2016
Wonderful clam chowder! Try the Cajun catfish or the Bam Bam Shrimp. Very friendly staff, great atmosphere. Perfect for lunch or dinner.
Rent MonsterFebruary 27, 2014
If you come for dinner, have a small lunch. If you come for lunch, have a small breakfast. The portions are huge!
Michael SmithMarch 6, 2017
Everything was amazing, food was food. Jazz playing in the background, Perfect atmosphere...😎👍
Mark HDecember 14, 2011
Not complicated to figure out. Sit down area and an order at the counter area. Great food! Fair prices. Will be back.
Asher Kahn-KrellFebruary 12, 2013
Been here 10+ times
I highly suggest the Greek salad with fish on top. Make sure to get the hush puppies.
Chandu ChandraMarch 31, 2014
The best gumbo that I ever had so far.. Must try seafood place..
Brian SoltisMarch 4, 2015
Food was very good. Fresh grilled trout. Service was Ok. Very nice atmosphere.
Jason De CastroMay 16, 2019
Crab claws, oysters, Sicilian muscles, fried green tomatoes.... I could go on!
Mike AllenJuly 22, 2015
Had the grilled seafood special. Tilapia,shrimp and scallops. Food was fresh and cooked well. A bit too much seasoning for my taste.
Neil ColemanSeptember 28, 2013
Great Restaurant!!! The servers are Top Notch Awesome!
Joshua MooreNovember 16, 2014
Fresh fish delivered daily and plenty of menu options to choose from.
Marc DavisJanuary 26, 2015
Been here 25+ times
Can't go wrong with the olatter. Fried or broiled it is delicious!
Elena Lopez BurnsideDecember 23, 2012
Terrific food and excellent service! This restaurant is a must, when in downtown Birmingham.
Ethan VoceApril 26, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Some of the best seafood in Birmingham! This is a really cool location.
LucretiaOctober 25, 2014
Fresh fish! Also @ the public market... olio di oliva... great oils and vinegar!
Mike AdamsJuly 12, 2011
Good food! Poor design. They have some kind of ceazy rulez. Order in this line; pick up your own food. Where you can and cant sit. You need a guide!
Latonia NettlesOctober 24, 2015
Had the shrimp salad it was huge! Planning to come back real soon
NatApril 2, 2013
Great mix of Greek and seafood. Salmon kabobs were Amazing!
Josh GillilanFebruary 24, 2015
The best, freshest Salmon I have ever eaten!
Scharlene HendrixMarch 27, 2012
My husband and I usually split the grilled platter. It's huge with a lot of variety
Gina Stovers-mabeApril 4, 2012
Make sure you only order what you can eat because the togo boxes are tiny and getting a larger one is close to impossible
Anna VladauMarch 28, 2015
The meal was good. The restaurant nice but a bit disorganized and noisy. Overall a good price/quality ratio.
Danielle MAugust 7, 2014
Service was great and lovely atmosphere with the live music, but the food was NOT GOOD. Crab cakes, salmon skewers, and seafood platter - all very Bland!! Truly a disappointment!!! :-/
Roderigo P.January 27, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Go for lunch and save $$$ try the BBQ Shrimp and Grits
Joe AdamsAugust 9, 2016
I like the gumbo the best.
Mark KOctober 25, 2013
I spent almost $50 on dinner for two. You would @THINK@ this place could do better than lunchroom silverware in a plastic bag and all the condiment bottles on the table were dirty and sticky.
Grant JenkinsJuly 21, 2012
Try the Sauteed Shrimp With Chick Peas & Spinach
Dennis SmithDecember 16, 2016
great Salmon and Greek potatoes
Jared ElliottJanuary 19, 2012
Usually good food and pretty friendly staff. LOVE the fries pickles!!
Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾July 4, 2015
Been here 10+ times
One of a kind place. Outstanding food.
Anthony MorrisMarch 1, 2016
Fried combination, shrimp and oysters.
Robert OrangeDecember 15, 2018
The local beers!
Lance MOctober 31, 2013
We must have caught them on a bad night. Fried shrimp we were served was hard as a rock, obviously had been in a warmer since lunch. Will not return.
Mark ReberAugust 15, 2013
Hush puppies and Blackened Amberjack are AWESOME!
Slightly StoopidApril 16, 2013
Awesome place to eat. 10 thumbs up!!!! Yamas!
clintobean19December 23, 2010
Don't do the full service option. Self serve is faster and more relaxed. It's what makes the market so great.
Edwin CasebeerSeptember 2, 2016
Try the new Father Gratitude Salad if you are vegan.
Patricia Mims BrooksMay 26, 2016
The fried seafood is good. The broiled is over spiced.
Professor Twain 🚬🚬⚾⚾September 17, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Try the tuna kabobs, mmmm, and green beans, best ever!
Shayla LaurenMarch 15, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Call ahead for orders on Friday!
Neal MillerFebruary 8, 2013
The Blackened Amberjack is where it's at!
Martin ButlerJanuary 5, 2021
Everything
Daniel HassellMay 27, 2013
Love the Oysters on the half shell!
Patrick PowellJune 25, 2013
Gumbo is off the chain #delicious
CL HollyJuly 3, 2012
The buffalo shrimp appetizer is amazing.
Cubano_twinJuly 23, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Great Salmon dish.

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