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COASTAL FISH COMPANY

(5.0 Score)
415 Great View Drive East,
Memphis, TN 38134 Directions

Since 2019

Specialities:

✓Seafood Gumbo ✓Lobster Bisque ✓New England Clam Chowder ✓Line-Caught Swordfish ✓New England Flounder ✓Idaho Rainbow Trout ✓Yellowfin Tuna ✓North Atlantic Salmon ✓Louisiana Spiced Redfish ✓BBQ Black Cod ✓Jumbo Gulf White Shrimp ✓Roasted Lobster Ravioli ✓San Francisco Cioppino ✓New Bedford Scallops ✓Royal Red Shrimp ✓Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes ✓and Live Cold Water Lobster

“ 2026 Highlights: Coastal Fish Company is a distinctive fine-dining restaurant offering a variety of fresh seafood. The restaurant recommends specialties such as rare raw oysters, savory sorbets, and chocolate lime pie. Guests can enjoy beautiful lakeside views from the cozy patio, unwind in the lively bar area, or relax in the spacious and comfortable dining room booths. The attentive staff provides excellent service, while the delicious cuisine and scenic setting create an exceptional dining experience. Coastal Fish Company offers gift cards, vegan options, free Wi-Fi, and private event services. The restaurant also features a private parking lot, valet parking, and wheelchair-accessible facilities.”

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License #001037421

Menu:

APPETIZERS:
Blackened Shrimp & Brie Dip $18.00
West Indies Egg Rolls $17.00
Shrimp Diavolo $21.00
Point Judith Calamari $19.00
P.E.I. Mussels $16.00
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake $28.00
Butternut Squash Ravioli $14.00
Smoked Yellowfin Tuna Dip $18.00
COASTAL FISH:
Line Caught Swordfish $36.00
New England Flounder $38.00
Idaho Rainbow Trout $34.00
Yellowfin Tuna $45.00
North Atlantic Salmon $36.00
Louisiana Spiced Redfish $42.00
BBQ Black Cod $38.00
SHELLFISH:
Jumbo Gulf White Shrimp $36.00
Roasted Lobster Ravioli $45.00
San Francisco Cioppino $34.00
New Bedford Scallops $42.00
Royal Red Shrimp $36.00
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes $48.00
Live Cold Water Lobster $76.00
RAW OYSTERS:
Blue Point Long Island Sound $3.00
Momma Mia Prince Edward Island $5.00
Frosties New Meadows $4.00

Contact:

(901) 266-9000

Mon-Thu: 3pm - 9pm
Fri: 11am - 9pm
Sat & Sun: 10:30am - 9pm

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SOUL FISH CAFE

(4.9 Score)
862 South Cooper Street,
Memphis, TN 38104 Directions

Since 2005

Specialities:

✓Cat Bites ✓Hushpuppies ✓Smoked Catfish Dip ✓Buffalo Shrimp ✓Blackened Salmon ✓Catfish Plate Small ✓Catfish Plate Regular ✓Catfish Plate Large ✓Blackened Catfish ✓Ruby Red Trout ✓Whole Catfish ✓Shrimp Plate ✓Fish and Shrimp Platter ✓Catfish ✓Shrimp ✓Fried Crawfish ✓Seafood Po' Boys Catfish ✓Seafood Po' Boys Shrimp ✓Seafood Po' Boys Crawfish and Seafood Po' Boys Oyster

" Soul Fish Cafe offers Southern classics, po'boys, tacos, fried fish plates, and indulgent cakes in a casual setting. Their staff provides fast and friendly service. They ensure customers can enjoy their dishes sourced from fresh ingredients. Kids can enjoy their delicious chicken tenders, ham & cheese, grilled cheese, kiddie cat, and hot dogs. You can try their delicious fried green tomatoes and a local draft beer. The restaurant offers a catering service for all memorable occasions. Soul Fish Cafe is also a vegetarian-friendly restaurant. The restaurant offers convenient curbside pickup and outdoor seating.

2026 Highlights: Soul Fish Cafe features private lot parking and offers take-out."

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Menu:

APPETIZERS:
Cat Bites $13.25
Hushpuppies $4.95
Fried Dill Pickles $7.25
Smoked Catfish Dip $13.50
Buffalo Shrimp $13.25
TACOS:
Catfish $15.75
Chicken $14.75
Shrimp $15.75
Fried Crawfish $15.75
ENTREES:
Catfish Plate Small (2 Pc) $16.50
Catfish Plate Regular (3 Pc) $18.50
Catfish Plate Large (4 Pc) $20.50
Blackened Catfish $19.25
Blackened Salmon $18.75
Ruby Red Trout $19.25
Whole Catfish $18.25
Smoked Pork Chop $19.25
Smoked Chicken $14.75
Shrimp Plate $18.75
Fish & Shrimp Platter $18.75
SALADS:
House $9.25
Blackened Caesar $9.25
Blackened Chicken $15.25
Blackened Salmon $16.25
Blackened Shrimp $15.25
Blackened Catfish $16.25
Po' Boys:
Catfish $16.95
Shrimp $16.95
Crawfish $16.95
Oyster $16.95
Peacemaker (Shrimp Oyster) $16.95
Chicken $13.95

Contact:

(901) 725-0722 (901) 355-1661

Mon-Sun: 11am - 9pm

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THE HALF SHELL RESTAURANT

(4.9 Score)
688 South Mendenhall,
Memphis, TN 38117 Directions

Since 1973

Specialities:

✓Country Style Chicken Tenders ✓Del Rio Cheese Dip ✓Southern Style Crabcakes ✓Spicy Buffalo Chicken Wings ✓Blackened Chicken Nachos ✓Baja Seafood Nachos ✓Crunchy Shrimp Egg Rolls ✓Lobster and Shrimp Bruschetta ✓Caesar Salad ✓Soup and Salad Combo ✓House Salad ✓Crispy Chicken Salad ✓Jumbo Caesar Salad ✓Patio Salad ✓Half Shell Salad ✓The Big Chef Salad ✓Gulf Amberjack Sandwich ✓Half Shell Po'Boys ✓The Fat Boy ✓Cajun Fish Tacos ✓Blackened Shrimp Tacos and Voodoo Salmon

“ The Half Shell Restaurant has been serving the community for over 50 years, offering fresh, high-quality seafood and New Orleans-inspired cuisine. The restaurant has become a beloved Memphis institution known for fresh Gulf seafood, oysters, po’boys, gumbo, and Cajun-inspired entrées. The Half Shell provides a welcoming dining experience with flavorful dishes and quality ingredients. The restaurant has earned multiple awards from The Commercial Appeal, Memphis Magazine, and The Memphis Flyer. The Half Shell supports and participates in a wide variety of charity events, such as Soup Sunday, the Empty Bowls Project, and Cirque du CMOM. The restaurant offers street parking, private lot parking, outdoor seating, and happy hour specials.”

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Menu:

ENTREES:
Mississippi Catfish Fillet $19.00
Memphis Style Jumbo Fried Shrimp $20.00
Catfish Pauline-Louisiana Style $22.00
Our Half Shell Combo $28.00
Chicken Breast Dinner $17.00
New Orleans Style Pasta $20.00
Boston Stuffed Shrimp $23.00
Classic Half Shell Shrimp & Grits $21.00
SOUPS:
Red Beans & Rice $8.00
Seafood Gumbo $8.00
Crab Bisque $8.00
SALADS:
Caesar Salad $9.00
Soup and Salad Combo $15.00
House Salad $9.00
Weekly Specials & Blue Plates:
Half Shell Cuban Sandwich $15.00
Chicken Fried Chicken $15.00
Fish & Chips $15.00
Bourbon Glazed Salmon $15.00
French Dip $15.00

Contact:

(901) 682-3966

Mon-Thu: 11am - 11pm
Sat: 11am - 3pm
Sun: 10am - 3pm

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COASTAL FISH COMPANY REVIEWS

My wife and I had a terrific experience, the food was delicious, the atmosphere was very special with the lake in the background and the service was superb! Lainie took very good care of us, always friendly and kind, and the entire staff was welcoming to us, we highly recommend this restaurant and intend to return when in Memphis.

We went for my birthday this last Saturday. Service was phenomenal! Atmosphere was top tier! The food was beyond reproach! I had the fresh oysters as an appetizer. They were so good. I also ordered the swordfish as my main course. It was just delicious. I will it is better to make a reservation. I will definitely be back ASAP. I encourage you to do the same.

The food and service was WONDERFUL! It was way too warm inside the restaurant! Our waitress Shannon was attentive and delightful!!.

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Food was good. I had the catfish plate (regular /3 piece) with Mac n cheese and green beans. The catfish was light and seasoned well,Mac n cheese reminded me of Cracker Barrel’s Mac n cheese and the green beans i liked as well. Service was fast and staff seems nice. Atmosphere was open concept and mixed crowd of people from young to old, diverse crowd. I was able to take the plastic cup as well .I would come back.

We decided to try this place on a whim and it did not disappoint. The catfish was cooked and seasoned to perfection. Some of the best that I've had in quite a while. The sides of coleslaw and greens were also very tasty. We even came back a few night later with the entire family for dinner.

Great food and large portions. Both the blackened chicken southwest salad and catfish dinner were amazing. Tartar sauce was a winner too. Would recommend to anyone visiting memphis.

THE HALF SHELL RESTAURANT REVIEWS

Party of 4 - Dozen Oysters on half shell Amazing! Amberjack lunch entree with pilaf and sautéed veggies was delicious. Montecristo sandwich with Powdered sugar and onion rings - always fantastic (one of the locals in our party consistently gets this!) Grilled Shrimp entree was perfect, and blackened shrimp tacos with red beans and rice was amazing - everything was awesome. Brittany was a great server! Highly recommend!.

We enjoyed our meal here while we were leaving Memphis for KC. This place wasnt crowded on a Monday and we had a very quiet, relaxing lunch here. I enjoyed my Mississippi Catfish Filet meal and my girl liked her Shrimp & Grits meal.

I had a oyster and crawfish po boy and it was great. They put quite a bit of both in my sandwich unlike some places where you get a huge bun and no meat. I also loved the onion rings they were huge.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

COASTAL FISH COMPANY Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Experience: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Variety of Menu: 10
Video: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SOUL FISH CAFE Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Experience: 9
Social Media: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Video: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

THE HALF SHELL RESTAURANT Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Complete Info: 9
Social Media: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Table Reservation: 10