Brown Bag Seafood Co.

This place is a small gem on the Colony Square campus and it's excellent. We had the salmon and veggies box and the chicken salad and both were packed with flavor. The service was excellent as well s everyone was super nice and attentive. The atmosphere was low key and relaxed and we loved it.

Yoyo was our server and she was amazing, very sweet. The lobster roll, tater tots, and honeycrisp gingerade are all DELICIOUS. Nice atmosphere as well. Def recommend

First timer and I will definitely be back! The staff was warm and welcoming, they checked on us multiple times and made sure we had everything we needed! The food was fresh and amazing. The fish and chips were hot and greasy and crunchy, everything you could hope for! The lobster roll was heaven and I loved the little hush puppies for a perfect appetizer! Can’t wait to go back!

I eat here every day when I’m visiting Atlanta because the food is really good. I love the fact that they have excellent green vegetables, which most places don’t have. I also always get the chicken and the buffalo blue tots as well. I’ve had the shrimp in the past, which is tasty. They are the kindest team and they have the best soundtrack playing in the background. I mean, today alone I’ve heard George Benson and Pete Rock/CL Smooth. They also have the tastiest Sweet Tea and Honeycrisp Gingerade! A friend introduced me to this eatery a year or so ago and I’ve introduced friends since then. If I lived in Atlanta, they would see me every day!

Popular old school (80's & 90's) r&b artists played at an excellent volume in the background. Didn't need to yell or strain our hearing to communicate. The hostess, server, and busser were polite and joyful, making us feel welcome and comfortable. Never thought a salad could taste so good. All ingredients were fresh and distributed evenly. The sides were prepared with expertise. Won't cry about $18 per plate if the quality remains the same. Lovely experience for a "fast food like" environment.

Wow!! We literally walked in while trying to find another restaurant and from the get go all the staff were friendly and happy! The girl sold us bc she told us all the options quickly. The whole place is cute cute! Our food was delicious!! Yoyo the manager checked in everyone and was super friendly. We have a new favorite place. Everything was very fresh and perfectly seasoned.the honey mustard chicken bowl was perfect and the salmon Caesar salad was too.

I was skeptical because so many of the ingredients are in the "healthy" category like quinoa, brown rice, etc. Wow, was i off the mark! Everything hit perfectly! Flavors were bright and food was hot, seasoned perfectly, everyone smiling, atmosphere bright and happy. If you haven't eaten here, do yourself a favor and get in here, such a tasty experience!

The place was really dope. Miss Yolanda was super, super sweet. The food was great, and I had a really fun time catching up with my friends, and I’m really just having a kind of fun vibe in Atlanta, you know.

Holy cow. Our dinner was delicious. I ordered the SALMON -- Greens & Grains. The Greens & Grains is a half POWERBOX (Brown Rice, Quinoa, Wheatberry, Spinach & Choice of Protein (I got the Salmon)) AND half VEGGIEBOX (Sautéed Brussels, Broccoli, Green Beans, Kale & Spinach). Everything was super fresh and had a flavor I will crave for days. I cannot believe how tasty and filling my meal was. It also being healthy was just a bonus. Their homemade RANCH dressing might be one of the best dressings I've ever had. You can help yourself to an assortment of homemade dressings. I love the concept of this restaurant-- you use a magic marker & check off what you want on a laminated menu & hand it to the cashier. They have seating inside and out. Everything is made fresh to order! They also have beer & wine! All of the staff were super friendly and seemed to work cohesively. They were all working hard to create a quality product! Whoever runs this location is doing a great job! I can NOT wait to go back!

I stopped by for dinner here about a month ago while on a business trip. I was there during their golden hour, 4-6PM. The restaurant is clean and decorated with bright nautical decor. It wasn't very busy at all since I was there between the more traditional lunch and dinner hours and on a Tuesday. I was the only one dining in at the time . Ordering is super easy, you mark off everything you want on a laminated ordering card and hand it to the cashier. The service was wonderful. The staff were very friendly but also gave me my space to dine comfortably as a solo diner. Food was so good, fresh, filling but healthy. They also have all kinds of sauces other than your traditional tartar and cocktail sauces that were all a match for any taste preference and paired perfectly with the fish. Not that the fish or any of the food needed anything to make it better. It was already very good on its own. The golden hour specials were a welcomed surprise given how expensive everything is everywhere these days, especially seafood. My food was like $7 off, I had a dinner plate that's regularly $22 that is only $15 during golden hour and I had a glass of wine for only $5. As I ate I noticed many people dropped in to pick up their preorders. They seem to have a very efficient "order ahead" system. I would love to eat here again and wish there was one where I live. Sadly I will have to wait until I find myself back in Atlanta.

Service was amazing! Jazz helped us out she had true Southern hospitality that we have yet to find in other restaurants here. She was so sweet and gave my daughter a free cookie! Even while we were ordering she made sure we did not over pay by telling us the lobster roll came with Parmesan truffle tots. 5 stars for Jazz Lobster roll was fresh and delicious. One of the better ones I have had. Plus comes with Parmesan Truffle tots. Delicious! Got the Panko Cod Tacos! Fish was very fresh and crisped to perfection. Large portions of fish.

so this place has potential, just did not make the mark. I thought this was going to be like a seafood centered Cava or Chipotle because you can build your own bowl, tacos, salad, etc. The food here was just not good at all. The crispy cod tasted decent but lacked seasoning and everything else completely lacked seasoning as well so it was just bland all around. The staff was super friendly and the ambiance was really nice but everything else was very subpar! My entire meal was about $21 and it was $21 I wish I had back. Parking is also plentiful but expensive but that's what happens when you're in colony square. For the two hours I was there it was $27. I recommend ride share or valet if it's better

Great service, great food I love how friendly the staff was and the salmon was absolutely delicious!

This is a cute little spot at colony square midtown with outdoor seating. The staff was very nice and gave suggestions which I appreciated. My toddler got the fried fish kids meal, the fish was cooked to perfection. I got the curry fish cakes. Perfect size and delicious! I would recommend this place and can't wait to go back to try more!

Brown Bag is a great concept. I've been to some of their Chicago locations, and was pleased to see they've expanded to Atlanta as well. This location is small but clean and comfortable, with friendly staff. The St. Peter's fish I had was very good, but my salmon was a bit over cooked. Still, I'd definitely recommend Brown Bag Seafood for a quick and healthy meal!

As promised, returned to Brown Bag Seafood this week after having an AMAZING experience at the Peachtree Corners location. I found myself at the Midtown location tonight as it is closer to my home. I arrived around 7 pm on a rainy Sunday night (parked in the lower level parking deck and had to wander around a bit in the upstairs Colony Square area to find the entrance). Upon entering, no greeting tonight but in all fairness, the gentleman associate nearest the door was on the phone. I noticed grouper was the catch of the day so I inquired with a different associate (African American woman with green dreads) whether or not the grouper had bones (I HATE bones). She assured me the grouper was sans bones, so I went with grouper (very well done) as my entree. Food came out shortly thereafter and everything looked great. Unfortunately, everything did not taste great. My rice/quinoa was lukewarm, at best. I did notice when I was placing my order that the lid to the rice pot was open so I believe this is why the rice was not warm. Similarly, the chowdah was lukewarm (also noticeably missing the oyster crackers that I was served recently). Luckily, I had amazingly delicious (right warmth) grouper and veggies. The young man who was on the phone upon my entrance (African American male with glasses) walked by after dropping off food to another group of customers. I did pull him to the side and shared as an FYI that the rice and chowdah was lukewarm. With great empathy, he took the feedback well; he apologized and of course, offered to replace it as he noticed I was not eating it either of them. I politely declined and instead asked for to-go containers as I am going to happily warm them up tomorrow for lunch (Huge thank you to the young man for attempting to make it right). I did notice upon his return to the counter area, he quickly shut the lid to the rice pot. He later came by and gave me a free cookie. How kind of him (PS - Due to his redemption efforts, I am rating this review a 4 vs 3). So, albeit not the same experience as earlier this week at a different location, I am still a FAN. See you again real soon, Brown Bag Seafood. Quick Update (not to my overall rating) - Parking was $15 for 1 hour and 12 min. Pretty steep but hey, we're in Atlanta. Just keep that in mind for those coming to eat on a budget. I am going to ask next time if Brown Bag Seafood offers parking validation (fingers crossed as that would be nice seeing that Politan Row offers it when you dine in their Food Hall). If not, I will try to locate street parking.

Brown Bag Seafood has been getting lots of attention on YouTube from Vloggers, which led me to try them out. I ordered a simple fish and chips with an additional side of Clam Chowder and a Ginger Lemonade. My order came piping hot and fresh, and plated very nicely! A+ for presentation & A+ for taste. Thinking back, I'm curious if the Cod was Wild Caught?!?!.... Pricing is a tad elevated but is expected for seafood. My entire order was about $35 and overall healthier than If I would have eaten somewhere else. Customer service at the Midtown location is very friendly and attentive. They also play great music when dining in. I highly recommend the ginger lemonade. So simple and refreshing! As for the Clam Chowder, that's a MUST. It was delicious and fresh and simply wholesome! I will be ordering this again and again! Main cons were the Buffalo/Blue tots with my Fish. They were barely covered in the sauce and this was an upcharge for that. Also, the coleslaw wasn't very tasty. Seemed like it needed a bit more sauce to boost the flavor up. One thing to also point out, ordering is like the sub sandwich restaurant Which Wich. You grab a pen and a menu and select what you want by checking a box. You then hand it to the cashier, grab a number, and your food is brought to you. This restaurant is also located in Colony Square so be advised of parking cost unless you walk or use a scooter. Just an fyi.

Stopped by for the happy hour specials. The sign was a bit misleading. It mentions wine, beer and cocktails. However, the cocktails aren't freshly made and are canned. The food smelled delicious so I would come back to try the food.

We stopped by here for a quick dinner. I like the concept in that you get to mix your own plate, but I didn't think food was amazing. It was very average tasting and something I could have easily mixed up myself at home. It's a fast casual restaurant where you order at the counter, take your seat and they'll let you know when the food is ready. I ordered tuna greens and grains. It was OK. They do not have a liquor license here. The bathrooms are shared with the rest of the restaurants.

My daughter and I were in the area for ice cream and stumbled upon this place and we were beyond satisfied. I ordered the salmon Caesar and she had the kids salmon and left nothing on her plate. Great service and great food. We will definitely be back.

Salmon salad is delicious! Clam chowder is delicious ! Customer service is great! Clean and cute decor. Make sure when you enter you grab the menu from the window sill and fill it out before you approach the cashier. I enjoyed the meal and will definitely return!

I got the fish of the day, half greens half grain bowl. This is a quick healthy option for lunch or dinner. There is a pretty large amount of protein. I also got a side of tater tots to balance out the health!

The service was attentive and friendly. The lobster roll was amazing. Nestled within a perfectly butter-toasted slice of thick toast, it was absolutely delicious. The roll overflowed with lobster. The best lobster roll I've had in ATL. It also came with tots which was a welcome side.

This place is a true gem. The seafood is well seasoned and delicious. I recommend the grilled shrimp and/or salmon with the greens + grains and the fish and chips. Any time I am in Colony Square it's a must we stop by. The "gingerade" is also a favorite, even better mixed with tea. They have indoor and outdoor seating; perfect for any day. I can't wait to return! The staff also makes the experience great, very patient and kind. Highly recommend trying!

We stopped by Brown Bag Seafood for quick dinner on a Friday night. I walked over with friends so not sure the parking situation, but colony square has a deck I believe. Walking in, it's fast casual and pretty small. I wish this location had more seating because we ended up taking ours to go and sat in Politan Row nearby. We wrote down our orders on the whiteboards given but then when we went to the counter we said our orders anyway so not sure what the point was. I got a bowl with Grilled shrimp and greens and grains. I also got the supergreen garlic and lime sauce. My friend got a lobster roll. The bowl was actually pretty good and I really liked the sauce! However, we really did not enjoy the lobster roll. It felt torn between trying to be a Maine style (more mayo) and Connecticut (more butter), and was way too much bread. The parmesan tots it came with were also strange - the shredded parmesan didn't really stick to the tots, they were just kind of there as topping. I also understand that prices are up temporarily but it really did not feel it worth the price. Overall, I liked the bowl and how fresh it was and its a quick option in the Colony Square area.

A friend and I decided to pay a visit to this place after I won a giveaway for a lobster roll on Instagram! It's right by my office and I had never tried it so we decided to give it a go! We came a Friday evening around 7pm and of course got the lobster roll and then a bowl with shrimp! We split them and decided to get some boss sauce and ranch along with the entrees to try them! The wait for food was short which awesome but it's a small restaurant so we took it next door to Politan Row to eat. The sauces were truly the highlight of the show! The boss sauce and ranch were phenomenal!! The entrees, not so much. The lobster roll, while I didn't pay it was supposed to be $30 dollars ish which was a lot. It was fighting between a Maine and Connecticut. The bread was warm but overwhelming to the lobster which had a good mayo mix but overall it was just -meh- Not to mention the tots were mid and tasted like freezer tots with random Parm shavings on them.. not really park tots The bowl on the other hand was also mid. The sauce was good and the shrimp was good but the tails were still on? And it was still like $16... in my opinion it was a little overpriced for the food and it was just meh.

Good fresh food. It's reasonably priced, especially for well-prepared fresh seafood. But they don't validate parking. So your meal gets a huge surcharge if you park there. So I'll eat there if I'm going for something else but not a special trip

So, my cousin and his wife came into town and wanted to grab some lunch in the Midtown area of Atlanta, so I chose to take them to this place. When I tell you we were all pleasantly pleased with the excellent service we had. The atmosphere was amazing, as they had a nice playlist of music playing and even the assistant manager came by to chat with us to make sure we had everything we needed. As for the food, everything we had was fantastic. The lobster roll was overflowing with lobster meat and it was sooo good, which was my 2nd favorite thing to eat. The shrimp and grits were among the best I've ever had but unfortunately, this dish has been discontinued. The fish was cooked perfectly on the sandwhich, the tacos were good, and green garlic shrimp were seasoned very well. They have a few locations around town so if you ever want to grab a nice lunch real quick, I highly recommend checking them out.

Really very pleasantly surprised by this little spot in Colony Square. I had the crispy cod in tacos and the fish was very crispy but not greasy or heavy. Staff is lovely and the assistant manager stopped by to check in with us which is always a nice touch.

Always a great spot when I'm looking for a healthy fish option in midtown! Brown Bag Seafood Co has an excellent concept of making your own entree for a fast casual dining experience. The fish of the week is always a good choice, but don't count out an order of fried shrimp tacos, a salmon power bowl, cod cakes, or any other combo you can think of. The sauce bar is awesome for trying out new flavors and mixing and matching. Do not forget to pick up a warm chocolate chip cookie to finish off your meal! It's seriously the best pick-me-up and satisfies my sweet tooth any time! Sometimes I come just for a cookie (shhh!)

Not pleased that they (like a lot of other restaurants lately) have started to decrease their portions while raising their prices at the same time. Not cool. Their food still tastes very good, but when I'm paying $13 for a bowl of food, the bowl shouldn't be only halfway full. The staff were nice & welcoming. Music wasn't blasting full volume like it usually is, which was also nice. I only visit them when I have a coupon which lessens the irritation of the smaller portions. They need to do better though.

Brown bag seafood is bright and fresh, the people are comfortable to talk to and welcoming, and the food is cooked perfect with wonderful flavor. It's a very distinct and pleasant experience.

Stopped in on a Sunday afternoon as a family of 4. We hit a sweet spot where we were to only people needing to order or be served for about a 20 minute period so the two guys working were uber-focused on helping us decipher the menu, understand the options, and make choices we'd be happy with. They gave us samples of the rice mix (my name for it) and the clam chowder (they call it chiefs). Honestly, there were more enticing options than we had capacity to eat. So we ordered two large entrees plus a kids meal (pics attached) and fed the 1yo from portions of the different meals. The food was all prepared and plated very well, but the seafood needed some seasoning. We were able to fix that using their sauces. The sauces are so good that I'd be willing to buy bottles of it to use at home if they sold it. I'd also pay good money to buy their gingerade; make sure you drink that when you go! Here's what we ordered to eat: --I ate a Mega-Protein Powerbox. This is a hidden menu item (again, shout out to the staff ). The bottom layer is their signature rice mix, which is a mixture of rice, quinoa, and wheat berry topped with a lemon vinaigrette sauce. The rice is topped with spinach and then a salmon fillet and grilled shrimp., Given a choice of three sauces, I ordered the sesame-soy siracha...and let me tell you: right choice! I don't love spice but I was willing to withstand the spiciness of this sauce because the flavor was so good on my food. --hubby had the dinner plate with daily catch (currently St. Peter's Fish). Ordered with the spicy cauliflower and chowda as the 2 sides. It's also served with garlic bread and "salad" (honestly, it was just half a handful of wilted greens underneath his other food). Whatever the green sauce was that came with this, he couldn't stop talking about how good it was --my toddler chose the kids chicken strip meal and then ate almost nothing ...but my 1yo happily ate off her tater tots and my rice mix situation. --a side of the Louisiana tang slaw. It was just okay. I wouldn't order it again. All in all, this was a solid experience. It's located in Colony Square, so there are lots of little spaces to socialize, sit, or have a little camera phone -photoshoot Would absolutely eat here again when in the area. And I can't say it enough: the customer service was amazing!!

Short and sweet review! I enjoyed this place! I highly recommend the salmon salad. The truffle tater tots also tasted awesome!

I work in the area, and I'm kicking myself for not trying this place sooner. The service is friendly and efficient, the price for my salmon with grains and greens was more than reasonable, and the food was really tasty. That's a helluva combo for the area. I've been looking for a lighter alternative to meat in the area, and this will more than do the trick.

The seared tuna salad was delicious! It was fresh and had the right amount of texture and crunch to it.

Food is amazing...it's even better when you get the lunch special from 4pm -6pm. The service is really good they greet you as you walk through the door. And the music in the store is always soothing.

The service is really nice and welcoming. Jasmine is super nice and had great recommendations! Food was great as well!

Great service, easy ordering process by checking menu of items requested, and tasty food. I had the salmon with the power box and ginger sauce.

SOOO GOOD!! Tasty, quick and friendly staff. Plus the vegetarian options lowkey slap like John Cena. Best ranch I've had at a casual spot too. Get some spicy cauliflower tacos for sure or a salmon greens and grains if you want a suggestion. Will be back!

Lazy and careless. Ordered a large daily catch, which should contain two large pieces of fish, and I got overcooked fish, the size of lemon wedges. The guy in front of me - his order was wrong, and I was too busy with work to check my order. Won't happen again. This place used to be great.

Love, Love, Love Brown Bag Seafood! I've never been disappointed. Today I chose the grilled shrimp over a power veggie box. The shrimp was tasty and the veggies were sautéed perfectly. The gingerade is light and refreshing

This place knocked down a long lunch line quickly and efficiently with great customer service. I was pleased with the flavor and quality of the food for something fast and not near the coast. Would love to have a spot like this closer to my home. Outdoor seating makes eating nearby quick and convenient with a view of the people traffic.

This place is Absolutely Amazing! I recommend the grilled chicken with brown rice and quinoa. Everything was Delicious!!

This review is based on a takeout order. It's one of the freshest fish and chips I've had! The fish is clean tasting and not overly breaded or fried. It's pretty big and filling! The tartar sauce is soooooo good! However, I wasn't much of a fan of the other things it was served with. The coleslaw was very bitter and bland, the "salad" is just lettuce, and the fries were well seasoned but soggy (but that might be because it was take out). The clam chowder was decent with a good amount of potatoes and clam. It's a good feeling when you eat fried food and don't feel gross afterwards! I don't know about the other things, but definitely recommend the fish!

My food was hot! The service was great. What did I have? I had the fish and chips. The fried cod was cooked to perfection. The seasoned fries were delicious. The parmesan tots were amazing. The fried shrimp were delectable. Again, my food was piping hot. I LOVE the boss sauce!!! The pricing wasn't bad either. You will pay more at other seafood restaurants in the area.

It's in a great location and the food is amazing! The flavors are very complex and the staff is helpful if you are confused or unsure, so don't be afraid to ask for advice.

I've been once. But, I've ordered delivery many times. The space though small, is comfortable. The service is friendly and efficient and the food is really good. They do seafood and fish the right way!

Disappointing. I love seafood, and I had been looking forward to trying this place after seeing all the great reviews. When you walk in there's a bunch of laminated menus and plenty of markers; so I assumed you simply check off what you want, hand your menu to the cashier, pay, they'll wipe it off and we'll both be on our way. Awkwardly my brother and I ended up just telling them what our order was. Whatever...not a big deal. However I attempted to order the fish and chips, sub parmesan truffle tots for regular tots. Cashier told the cook, she seemed to acknowledge, yet I still got regular tots. While waiting for our food we both got cokes from the fountain drink machine. You can tell just from it's color that there was just not enough syrup mixed in, and the taste was WAY off. Brother ordered the mahi-mahi ("catch of the day") tacos with parmesan truffle tots. ALL of the main ingredients were simply underseasoned and bland. The breading of my fish was half soft/soggy and barely had any crisp/crunch. At least the tots were cooked well. Staff was very friendly and service was overall fast. However prices are way too high for such bland and mediocre food. I can't overstate how disappointed I am in Brown Bag Seafood, and am reluctant to ever try again especially with so many great restaurants in the Atlanta area.

Catch of the day over mixed greens and grains was fantastic! Fresh, delicious seafood. The sauces lime sauce was sooo good! Already thinking about my next order!

Ordered brown bag for the first time via Uber Eats. I was able to substitute the tots for the cauliflower since i was craving veggies and they were able to accommodate me. Cauliflower was nice and crunchy with a kick. The lobster roll was delicious with a spicy sauce and lemon. Expensive but worth it in my opinion.

I had a wonderful experience at Brown Bag in Colony Square. Not only were the employees helpful and quick, but the food was incredible. It's so refreshing to be able to get a keto-friendly option for lunch! I will definitely visit Brown Bag again soon!

Thanks to the Brown Bag! Brandon is so nice. He had great recommendations & had the best customer service!

A girlfriend and I decided to stop by after a yoga sess at Colony Square. We ordered the crispy cod with salad and the lobster roll. Both items were fresh! Quick service and a fresh meal!

Went here for the first time being my first time in ATL and had a great time..the server and cook was very nice and professional I had crispy shrimp,rice,spinach,& had the coleslaw and it was GOOD..I shall return!

Lobster roll was absolutely divine!!! Ashley is so sweet and makes THE best iced tea!!! I'll definitely go back.

Food was decent some flavors were left to be desired. Overall cool spot for a quick bite

BBS is an excellent addition to Colony Square. It is so nice to have a quick seafood place in the area. It is an order at the counter, get a number, and sit where ya like restaurant. There are so many seafood options I could come here a dozen times and not get the same main course. For my first time I picked the Lobster roll that is normally priced a realistic $24, but because of the times is $32. I sucked it up and ordered it anyways because my stomach was only thinking of it. It was packed full of lobster. I was very impressed with the amount of lobster in between the perfectly toasted and buttered Texas like toast. On the side of the roll was tater tots with shaved Parmesan. Not sure what it was but they brought this yummy orange mayoish sauce in which I happily dipped my tots. Thanks for having Coke fountain machine, wish it had Coke Zero, but I was fine with Diet Coke. You can sit inside at their cushioned booths, outside at their partially (?) covered tables or around the he corner in the courtyard that has an awesome mural and a variety of seating. I will definitely be back if given the opportunity, but need to find somewhere I can park for cheap as the garbage was $20. :(