Review Streetside Seafood - Birmingham

Second time here for the Oysters Rockefeller. Absolutely awesome! Oysters were big and delicious my drink was perfect. No complaints waiters were on point👌🏾 Toms oyster bar has nothing on Streetside Seafood

The Seaside Grill is a very small restaurant.  The design is simple.  For the place, you think it would have standing room only but it was only that busy once. One of the biggest downsides of the place is openness to the outside and no overhead fans.  It was hot in the place.   It limited some aspects of the night. The service was split.    The bartender service was wonderful.  The kitchen staff service was slow.  At the beginning, I ordered oysters. A few minutes later,  I ordered the main dish.    The main dish actually beat the oysters out.  The Bartender was apologetic. I ordered an old fashioned.  They had no speciality drinks but a huge wine list.   The drink was decently made.  It was nothing special but decent size.  I only drank One because of the heat.   I was lucky because the pricing was a little high.   The bartender did get some bread for me.  It was cooked well. I ordered three Raspberry Point raw oysters.   They were small.  Normal raspberry point oysters  are about 3 to 3 1.2 inches .  These were babies.  They were only about 2 inches at the most.    The meat of the oysters was smaller than that.    They were definitely not worth the prices they were listed at. My main dish  was the shrimp bowl.  It was a restaurant version of a Japanese rice  bowl, I think. It was gritts, spinach, chorizo, and corn with shrimp. I say that because shrimp felt like an additive more than anything else.  You had to detail the shrimp so it was harder to  eat together. In the end,  I was happy that I kept the sauces from the oysters to use with the shrimp.    Grits, spinach, chorizo and corn side were  good. I expected more of the chorizo flavoring and oils to be seen. I know this place is a fan favorite for some people.   I have been there before years ago with others.   Between the back end service, quality of the food and pricing,  It is a decent place for seafood but nothing to remember as an amazing night.  I would pass in the end.

Charming staple in Birmingham for the best seafood. Every staff member that we talked to was welcoming and great to speak with. Started with Buffalo shrimp that were a meaty shrimp. The mussels were great! Wife always compares scallops to this place - simply the best.

This restaurant never disappoints! Service is always great and food amazingly delicious. Hats off to Carla who was our waitress on out last visit with my in laws. Aside of her flawless service her honesty was remarkable. By error an extra $50 was sent with the bill and Carla promptly came back with the extra cash and said “I know you didn’t mean to give me this much tip”. What a wonderful act of honesty! She could had taken and we wouldn’t had notice. Thank you Carla, you are amazing.

Excellent food, fresh oysters from various spots in North America depending on availability. Surprisingly affordable for the quality and service. Quaint warm little location with exposed brick and nautical art without a hint of tacky. Really a nice place to enjoy a meal alone or some drinks with friends. Highly recommend 👌 the picturesque downtown and free 2 hour parking garage less than a block away don't hurt either.

I had the best oysters Rockefeller I have ever eaten! Along with Barramundi as a main course combined with the cozy atmosphere this was the best dining experience in a long time.

Absolutely awesome!!! From the wait staff to perfectly seasoned meals!! Totally enjoyed our 27th wedding anniversary!!!

Love this place! Best lobster bisque I have had that's not salty. Crab cakes, Oyster Rockefeller, Shrimp, salad, and everything we try is always great! Jordan made our experience fantastic as usual.

I am difficult to please when it comes to food. I have to say everything was amazing! I loved the space (though small), lobster bisque was one of the best I’ve had, citrus chèvre salad was incredible, oysters Rockefeller were spectacular, and surf & turf topped it all off! Service A+.

Perfect dining experience. Loved the decor, ambiance, service, and cuisine. The staff was warm, friendly, and accommodating. Outdoor patio was rocking on a warm breezy evening. We were seated inside, my personal preference. The aromas of fresh prepared fish and seafood were so enticing. We ordered the charred octopus to start, two special features; John Dory and walleye, and walnut-bourbon pie, Ray's ice cream with Saunders hot fudge for desert . Superb.

This is our favorite place to eat! The whole staff is fantastic and always remember us when we come in for lunch / dinner. Every meal is cooked perfectly and it comes out in a very timely manner- not too quick, not too slow. I can’t forget about the homemade bread sticks either! �

Tried the Pan roasted chicken with asparagus and mashed potatoes. Seasoned well, tender and juicy. Finished with the Key Lime Pie. Delicious! It's the real deal. Glad we tried this place (Thanks to Google Maps). Our server Andrew was fast, funny, and precise. Would definitely return.

Small but cozy Birmingham eatery with a wonderful wine list and quite a varied menu. Outdoor seating is available when the weather allows. In spite of their smallness the waitstaff and menu and service all make up for the "hole in the wall" location! One of my favorite Birmingham places!!��

Nice place, kind service, in the centre of Birmingham, good beers, fish really well cooked.

Great vibe, great food, great staff! How every restaurant should be. Great wine pour.

Octopus cooked to perfection. Buff Shrips , Oyster Rock on point! Fillet , Lobster , and modified white fish (yes I was a pain in the a$$ , but accomadated as usual) all excellent. Great service. Nothing new .. I never expect or get less.

Love love love this place! We live in Birmingham and have been coming her for many years. They never fail to please. The seafood is second to none. The ambience is great- filled with hospitality and warmth. Service is always exceptional and the waitress Cindy is an absolute gem! Please please PLEASE bring back the Parmesan Encrusted Chicken!!

Great little place to eat! Highly recommend in the summer when you can sit outside.

This place is the cats pajamas, the oysters were so good, I thought the ocean was making love to me. When they asked me how I wanted my filet, I told them to just throw it across a warm room... They did, and it was glorious! Thanks to Odin for this fantastic joint, their plentiful smorgasbord of fresh gilled animals is beautiful

Perch was perrrrrrrfect. Such a treat to come back for the best seafood around

We had buffalo shrimp, crab cakes, perch & cold seafood salad.....all was impressively delicious. Service was awesome too. ��

Amazing service, always. I hadn't been into Streetside in a year but the new items on the menu were INCREDIBLE! We LOVED every bite.