Phat Sammy's

Stopped by this place for lunch on my way back from shooting on a Saturday afternoon. The entrance was slightly obscured by a giant inflatable purple tentacle (lol) so I missed it and did a lap around the block before finding it. The entrance is small and narrow and you go down some winding stairs to a basement bar and seating area. It reminds me a lot of some of the places in Tokyo's Roppongi district with their underground bars -- just Phat Sammy's doesn't get drained of Jack by a bunch of Marines on libo. But I digress. The ambiance is really nice, especially if you grew up with CRT TVs and SNES. Seeing Harvest Moon on a tube TV brings you back. Their menu is pretty eclectic, some asian fusion and American classics. I ordered the Cubano which turned out to be very good. They were running a $5 draft beer special (which included IPAs) which was also cool. The food was very good and didn't take forever to come out. I enjoyed the fries and the overall experience. Definitely a cool hidden gem where I'd take someone on a date if I was single. Probably more nostalgic if you're late 30s to early 50s, but worth a shot for anyone looking for a place to relax and chill out in a great environment.

this was my first time here and it was so awesome! the stairs to get underground were really cool. i had spam hawaiian fried rice and it was fire. they had a dj for juneteenth that kept the vibes going and the servers/chefs looked like they actually enjoyed being there and were having a good time.

A friend and I went for drinks and we loved our server Celeste! She chatted with us about all the unique elements on the menu, specifically in the cocktails. I learned about all sorts of new ingredients. I got one of the Wednesday special cocktails which came with popping bobas. So cute! My friend got the Saturn which was also good, though a bit too sweet for my taste. I’ll have to try the food next time! There was a great variety of seating including low and high tables, and cushy chairs and a couch. The decor is bright and fun. A nice casual place. It was quiet when we got there, but got noisier as the night went on in preparation for a comedy show. So just check their schedule depending on what you’re in the mood for.

4/25 Update: I've been a few times here recently and I'd still highly recommend it. Last time I went the server said they are changing the food menu again. Hopefully that's a good thing. 1/24 Update: It's been awhile since I've stopped in at Phat Sammie's and I'm happy that they are just as good as before. The atmosphere is always cool and layed back. (I really enjoyed the old WF wrestling on the big screen. Haha a lot of fun I didn't know I needed.) Our server was really nice and just the right amount of attentive and the food was delicious, as always! The happy hour is totally worth it. All the apps are good and who does enjoy a good deal? I also had the KFC sandwich and let me tell you, that was one of the juiciest and flavorful chicken sandwiches I've ever had. If you haven't been in awhile, please stop by and support one of our amazing local businesses. Definitely my favorite place to eat downtown. The food is always on point. Always something new and always something good. Their staples are just as great though. I love their cocktails too. If you want something interesting, go on Wu Tang Wednesdays. They always make a specialty cocktail and it's always good. These are experienced bartenders. They know what's up, just like the food staff. I wish I was rich where I could eat here every night.

A must try .. fun menu, interesting vibe and decor. Food is very tasty, can't wait to try entire menu.

It was a slow Wednesday nite at around 8pm and my stomach started to growl. I googled "good food near me" and Phat Sammy's offered an inviting menu. I opted for a the Thai soup and Korean salad. Within seconds of placing my take out order I received a text stating my food was ready so I walked 3 blocks from my hotel to pick it up. It was no surprise that my food actually wasn't ready. I was forced to sit through 20min of some of the worst karaoke I've ever heard. The bartender doubled as the server and had to be prompted to check on my food. Thankfully the food was worth the wait. It was a cool spot with fair prices. There were several items on their menu that I'd like to try so chances are...I'll be back.

We were a bit hesitant as they have a big menu like other restaurants but the foods were surprisingly good. The wings and ribs were so tasty, crunchy outside and moist inside. The fried rice was not overly seasoned and salty like others.

I love small tiki lounges and frequent them often, but this one I'm having a hard time liking and just confused about its theme. The personnel were wonderful and kind. However, the food wasn't impressive in taste; very skimpy on poke, short on the deep umami flavor I was expecting for a chicken udon noodle dish, overly seasoned spam fried rice... and it was expensive. The chili oil saved the day but come on, I've spent a half days pay for this! Happy hour ends too early. The atmosphere was a mix between tiki and Asian, whatever floats your boat. My opinion here: the music was so loud my server and I had a hard time hearing each other. I like the music but that was crazy, lol. Also, I felt like the server didn't know the food menu really well, as I watched her pull out a full sized document with notes from her back pocket. I digress, the menu had changed very recently, so it is what it is. All in all, I don't think I'll be back anytime soon.

My homegirl and I were drawn in by the giant purple tentacle that marked the entrance to what might otherwise be an unassuming basement locale. We were hungry after traveling into town from Tennessee, it was happy hour, and our uncertainty dissipated at the bottom of the stairs. I have few complaints about the spicy pork bulgogi or the poke bowl, besides a subtle impression that they could be served with a slightly larger portion of pork and ahi tuna, respectively. My dream is to eat my way through this menu but I do not live here. Skip the crab rangoons, but perhaps consider the crab rangoon dip, and get a fun drink if you fancy it because this is a tiki bar in Alabama. Life is amazing

If you want Asian flavor food, don't go here. PRO The ambience was cute and nice. Staff members were all nice and acknowledged us and our server was attentive and informative. The star rating comes from here! CON The food...we got the Korean Fried Wings (lemongrass lemon pepper), Bulgogi Lettuce Wrap, and Chicken Katsu Sandwich. My friend and I didn't want to waste food so we did our best to finish everything. Korean Fried Wings - the texture was good, but it was not "Korean Fried" Wings. If you're going to use those word choices we would expect double fried wings. The rub that was used on the wings were salty and we only tasted the lemon pepper, no lemongrass. The sauce that came with it, we were told was miso ranch but it tasted like dill aioli because of the strong presence of the dill. Bulgogi lettuce wrap - The meat was too dry, salty, and sweet. The crime of all crime...THE RICE WAS UNDERCOOKED. My friend was brave and ate two but I could only eat one. Chicken katsu sandwich - the katsu was doused in tonkatsu sauce. It was too sweet. I could not finish the bread because it soaked in too much of the sauce. The best part of our dinner was my friend's glass of Chardonnay and the side of fries that came with my sandwich. The fries had a nice seasoning and not overly salted.

What a fun place in downtown Huntsville! The decor is tiki fab, and the drinks and food are all delicious, served with a smile by a great staff. My goodness, our drinks were soooo delicious! I had their amazing take on a mule, while my husband enjoyed Saturns Rings. For dinner I had the Poke bowl, and my husband had a ginormous burger and an order of wings. The portions are very generous, which was really sort of a shame because we really would have liked a second round of drinks, but literally had no room in our bellies. If you haven't been, seriously what are you waiting for???

Stopped by this place for lunch on my way back from shooting on a Saturday afternoon. The entrance was slightly obscured by a giant inflatable purple tentacle (lol) so I missed it and did a laptop around the block before finding it. The entrance is small and narrow and you go down some winding stairs to a basement bar and seating area. It reminds me a lot of some of the places in Tokyo's Roppongi district with their underground bars -- just Phat Sammy's doesn't get drained of Jack by a bunch of Marines on libo. But I digress. The ambiance is really nice, especially if you grew up with CRT TVs and SNES. Seeing Harvest Moon on a tube TV brings you back. Their menu is pretty eclectic, some.asian fusion and American classics. I ordered the Cubano which turned out to be very good. They were running a $5 draft beer special (which included IPAs) which was also cool. The food was very good and didn't take forever to come out. I enjoyed the fries and the overall experience. Definitely a cool hidden gem I'd take someone on a date if I was single. Probably more nostalgic if you're late 30s to early 50s, but worth a shot for anyone looking for a place to relax and chill out in a great environment.

I don't know what I was expecting when we came here, but I have to say I was pleasantly surprised! They play on the niche tiki bar theme. The chairs, menus, decor and food/drink options. Our friends shared one of the 2-4 people punch bowls and they couldn't finish it. Staff was very friendly and fast. Drinks were affordable. Food options, but we just had dinner.

This has been on our list of "to try" places, and we finally came for a Friday evening. We expected it to be more of a bar that served food. But no. It's definitely more of a restaurant that serves drinks. Great vibe! Very friendly workers. The holiday decor was fun and festive. You can make reservations online, but we did not and had no issues. We sat at a bar top, which was kind of uncomfy but fine. Our waitress's name was Kylie, and she was great! We got cocktails. I got the Saturn and my husband got the Mai Tai (mainly because of the spam cup lol). Both were delish! He also got the old fashioned, which he said was okay. We started with an order of "phat fries." These were very good! Rich. It had a taste that I could not quite point out, but we really liked them. They were very filling. My husband got an order of the wings, and I got the lettuce wraps and a side of brussels sprouts. The brussels had pretty much no flavor. It was a large order for it to be a side, but it also cost $6 so... take that as you will. I would not order these again. Even some salt would have helped. Definitely do not recommend. However, I enjoyed the wraps I got. The bulgogi was tender and flavorful. It was delish but not heavy. My husband loved his wings. He said it didn't even need the dipping sauce. They were large, too! He told me they were very juicy and flavorful. We both had food leftover to bring home. Overall, we enjoyed our visit and will return!

GNO tonight! This is what we ordered at Happy hour 4-6 pm. Crab Rangoon dip $8 Bulgogi fries Bulgogi lettuce wraps Spicy chicken katsu sandwich Crab Rangoon dip came with fried wonton chips and is a delicious shareable on their happy hour menu! Bulgogi fries huge serving - a little kick of spice - and also delicious Bulgogi lettuce wraps - have me a sushi roll vibe with the sticky rice , and spice from the Sriracha Katsu sandwich is fantastic one of my favorites! I was looking for mock tails to try in HSV, and Phat Sammy's did not disappoint. I have found with mock tails they are too sweet for my liking but Bun In The Oven was creamy, refreshing goodness. I posted pictures of their updated menu, happy hour menu, and drinks. Cheers

Some of the best ramen I ever had! The flavors were doing a happy dance in my mouth. I went here for a late lunch while visiting town for a conference and at first I was skeptical because it's truly giving bar vibes but my meal was far better than expected. I had leftovers and they tasted great the next day which is a little risky. Our server was super knowledgeable about the menu and helped me make the best decision. Even the chef/cook came out later to see if we liked everything. One of my coworkers was not completely satisfied with her meal so I felt bad.

When we visited it last year, we loved this place food, service and ambience:) This year however, was a mayor disappointment. Service was horrible, our food was finally serve, cold after being on the kitchen window for 10 minutes. Every time we wanted more drinks or silverware , napkins we had to get up from the table to ask the bartender for them. The place was not packed and don't understand why the service was so poor, no manager on duty. We will not be back here.

If you wanna taste any Asian flavor, just don't go. First of all the waitress was nice and informative, I appreciate that, she is the reason I gave the extra star. I also completely understand it's an Asian-fusion place so it's up to the chef to add his or her twist to the food, but man every bite misses the mark. We ordered bulgogi lettuce wrap, chicken katsu sandwich, and Korean fried wings with lemongrass seasoning. The bulgogi was SALTY! It was overcooked and dried up, placed on top of a bed of undercooked rice. It is a crime to undercook your rice when you call yourself an Asian related cuisine, white rice should never be crunchy! The chicken katsu was covered with tonkatsu sauce, it tasted way too sweet to finish. Fries was the best part of that dish. Lastly the Korean chicken wings, the texture was good, but man when I ordered lemongrass lemon pepper, I expected lemongrass, it had zero hint of lemongrass, it was just a very very salty lemon pepper dry rub. And the dipping sauce I had to double checked with the waitress what it was, she said it was miso ranch, but all I could taste was dill. And the flavor of dill and salty pepper just don't go together for me. I am not a wasteful person, but this was the first time I consider not finishing my food even when I wasn't full. But we ate it anyway cuz I ain't gonna waste $17 on wings. I should've known when the tables next to us neither finished half of their food nor taken the leftovers with them. All the flavor either wasn't there or didn't go well together. It feels like an American who visited Asia once and think they can recreate the flavors back home.

Phat Sammy's is such a cool venue located in a nonchalant basement in the middle of downtown. It has a great aesthetic with various Hawaiian themed decorations as well as a tiki bar and even an old game console section. I ordered a cocktail and was a bit surprised and disappointed by how lackluster the drink was. Served in quite an obscure glass which I wasn't expecting. I don't know why, but I wanted to try the K-Mac burger and so I went with that first instinct and ordered it. It had kimchi, bacon, a runny egg, and various other toppings on an angus burger. I thought it was a decent burger but nothing special, and the kimchi didn't have much flavor. I have to say I felt quite a bit of FOMO from the other dishes the people around me got, so it led me to have some disappointment as well. Overall, I would be open to coming back but I would definitely order different food and a different drink. I am a big picture person when deciding, and unfortunately my order didn't have pics in advance of either the drink or food so I suffered the casualty of ordering at a mystery.

This is an awesome tiki dive bar. Great atmosphere and excellent food. The service was superb as well.

Another classic case of "I REALLY wish half stars were an option!" 3.5 for me based on my first visit. My girlfriends came from out of town for Christmas and we decided to come here for a gathering. I was easily able to make reservations on RESY for a table for the three of us + 2 husbands + a bonus friend who joined last-minute (so, 6 total). Our reservation was ready on time, although our tables were two round-tops pushed together, which made talking to people at the opposite table (especially in the loud environment) kind of hard. I don't hold this against them too much because we expected a noisy environment; just something to keep in mind for larger parties. They weren't super-duper busy but service was a little slow and disjointed. However, I got the impression our waitress was still a little new or overwhelmed -- maybe not enough other waitresses to cover all the tables or something. She kept up a pleasant and helpful demeanor and all our food and drinks were right when we got it, so that's a plus. I'm not a huge drinker so perhaps some aspects of the experience were lost on me. I didn't want to miss out on the tiki fun, so I tried an Ango Colada. It wasn't really for me, but I didn't think the bitters would come through so...well...bitter -- I was hoping for stronger pineapple and lime flavors but I mostly just got alcohol, lol. More than willing to accept this as a "me" problem. The rum and coke I continued the night with was perfectly fine. Others in my party who got tiki drinks seemed to come to the consensus that it was good but not great. All the drinks have fun names, so that adds some entertainment value. The "Three Dots and a Dash" was probably the best/most popular drink at our table. We did all feel like the drinks went pretty heavy on the ice to drink ratio. The food was resoundingly fine! In some ways though it was my biggest disappointment because I've been excited and intrigued by the PS menu in all its iterations since they opened. I ordered the K-Mac burger with fries, husband got the pork katsu sando, and others at the table got a variety of other things, to include the beef bulgogi rice bowl, the poke nachos, wings, Thai coconut curry, and a small order of fried rice. Personally, I sampled the nachos, the pork katsu sandwich, and of course my meal. The nachos were pretty good -- very crispy -- though I only had a bite with sauce and veggies, none of the fish. My husband's pork katsu sandwich was probably my favorite thing I tried. Bright flavors, crispy breaded pork, nicely toasted bread. We both enjoyed the thick-cut fries, though they could've stood to be slightly crisper. My burger was kind of...odd? The beef tasted good, the egg was cooked nicely, the flavor of the kimchi on top was fine...but I don't feel like it really came together. My biggest problem was that it was so absolutely enormous it was impossible for me to eat it with my hands. While I appreciate the size from a value standpoint, I really prefer not to cut my burger into bite-size pieces, haha. Additionally, having to do that meant it was hard for me to ever get a bite with all the ingredients on it, which kind of prevented me from getting the total picture. I also thought the kimchi unfortunately made the top bun pretty soggy pretty fast. If I ordered this again, I'd ask for no kimchi, mostly because of that. I can see myself giving this place another go in the future. I like the creative food and drink options and the sort of underground tiki bar vibe is definitely a fun one. They also have lots of changing themed drinks, fairly solid happy hour deals, and fun events like Christmas movie nights, drag bingo, etc. Give them a try and see what you think!

Phat Sammy's isn't just a restaurant--it's an experience, and one you'll be talking about long after the last bite. Tucked away like a neon-lit secret, this place is a true gem in Huntsville's food scene. Start with the Phat Fries appetizer--a wild, flavor-loaded masterpiece that comes piled high with everything but the kitchen sink. Crispy, savory, saucy, and addictive, it's the kind of dish you order "for the table" but secretly want all to yourself. The wings are next-level. We're talking crunchy, spicy, bold--perfectly fried with a kick that doesn't overpower. Every bite delivers on flavor and texture. And then there's the Spam Fried Rice. Yes, Spam--but not like you've ever had it before. Smoky, savory, perfectly caramelized, and woven into a rice dish that somehow feels both comforting and wildly inventive. It's the sleeper hit of the menu. The ambiance is quirky and cool, blending tropical, retro, and underground vibes that make the whole space feel electric without being too loud. Pair that with solid service and a playful drink menu, and you've got a spot that's perfect for adventurous foodies, casual hangs, or even a funky date night.

Just go!!! Try it all!!! Nothing disappointed. Absolute fun time with funky drinks and tasty food

Very interesting bar. Great vibe. The food was tasty and our server was very nice and attentive.

The girls at the table behind me said it best -- "This place is totally a vibe." It's a full on tribute to a modern tiki bar in a fun underground location. The whole place is decked out with tributes to the 80's and 90's as well as nods to tiki bars and Asian culture (to match the Asian fusion menu). When you lean this hard into decor, you run the risk of being cheesy, but this place feels genuine. We stopped in, after putting the kids to bed, for some drinks and snacks. I enjoyed the Pain Killer and the Haitian Divorce. Some drinks are served in fun themed glassware. We shared the enokii frites and the Brussels sprouts. Both of the snacks were really good, and very shareable in size -- especially the Brussels. We certainly be back for some more late night grub. Both the drink and food menu have fun options for those willing to try something new.

This was a really interesting spot in downtown Huntsville. The drinks were good and the food was also scrumptious. When sitting at the bar, we had a great time. The service was awesome (although, we were one of a handful of diners in the restaurant at the time). We moved to a table and went to continue on with our good time. As the crowd started to come in, it seemed like service was a little less attentive. It was slightly frustrating, but we also were not in a rush so it wasn't the end of the world. The nice surprise was we just so happened that it was a night they feature drag trivia. What a fun surprise (and of course I would accidentally find myself at a place that does drag trivia since I am a huge fan of the drag scene)! The decor is fun, and very tiki-esque. Looks like a good group of people come here on a regular basis. If this was in downtown Huntsville, I am excited to see what else the area has on my next visit!

This place is really solid when it comes to their food and drinks. The menu that was presented said limited menu and indeed it was pretty small. If you are vegetarian or vegan you won't have a lot of options. I had the crab Rangoon and brussel sprouts for appetizers. They were both delicious! The Rangoons were different than what I'm used to but in a positive way. The pastry part was light and crispy without being too oily. I would eat those over and over. The brussel sprouts were made without the meat by request. They were balanced and delicious. Crispy and packed with flavor. Fair warning- you will be burping that flavor for the rest of your night. We also had the regular and cucumber kimchi sides. The kimchi was a little fizzy indicating That it had some age on it. The cucumber kimchi was actually the pickle version so the cucumber was not what I was expecting. My entree of coconut curry was sweet with a hint of spicy. It was pretty good and exactly as advertised in the menu. I like the smooth texture. The side of rice that came with it was tiny so kind of disappointing there. The bathroom was disgusting. Sticky floor and some nasty "particles " around the toilet. The trash was overflowing as well. It is a mixed gender bathroom but I'm willing to bet a guy made that mess hahahahaha. The service was alright and it was a little expensive. I would certainly come back.

What happens when a Tiki Bar and a Fine Dining Restaurant have an affair..... They have a baby named PHAT SAMMY'S ( @phatsammys ), in downtown Huntsville, AL!!! This is now one of my FAVORITES, in the world! Yasss!!! It's the total vibe for me, from the time you trek down the stairs, to the speakeasy, you get hit with the bright tiki/tropical vibes, to the time you're welcomed by your server and served some of the top notch gourmet meals of yo lifeee y'all!!! I specifically had their Valentine's Day menu, why...because #TreatYoSelf !!! And, it was Valentine's Day! I was served Fry Bread, Plum Salad, Sweet Curry Carrot Soup, Ceviche, Chef's Tender Loin (cooked to perfection) and all the desserts!!! Lime Panna Cotta and decadent Chocolate Mousse, With Strawberries!!! I couldn't have asked for a romantical night, with myself!!! And, they gave each table a lovely Valentine's Day gift also!!! So fitting! The perfect marriage of flavors, from one course, to another, in addition to the cocktails, was INSANE!!! I will definitely be back, because they also have such a fun-loving team and just help make every guest's experience a lovely one!!! #PhatSammys #HuntsvilleAL #tikibar #speakeasy #downtown #allthevibes #goodvibrations #ValentinesDay #lovedaygourmet #gourmetfood #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #PassportToGoodEats For MORE Details and Pix::: Instagram: @PassportToGoodEats

Today I tried the lunch special: Pros: fast! The toast app told me 25 minutes, but I picked up in 12. I ate it within another 2 minutes. It was easy to order. Perfectly cooked veggies (minute the carrots) with lots of variety. Maybe even a lil bok choy? They also had the option for broccoli only if you're so inclined. Good spring roll (seemed to have been sitting and was pretty cold so no "crunch" but the flavor was nice.) Great portions for the price (10.99) Cons: Mongolian beef didn't have any kind of sauce or onions/scallions that you would usually expect, so didn't have much flavor. Zero spice. There was a sizeable portion, but a lot of it was very sinewy and inedible. It was also fried and had a weird, soggy breading? It left a weird greasy mouthfeel. Maybe this had been sitting around a moment. Lo mein had a very sweet flavor with thin noodles, I'm going to file this under neutral vs a con, it may be a personal preference. It did have lots of veggies. The soup. This soup was literally just kimchi in hot water, and tasted like such. Salt didn't save it, it's a lost cause. Most of Carrots were straight up raw in the mixed veggies. I usually enjoy a crunch, but not to much you can't poke them with a fork in Chinese food. You can't redeem loyalty points in the app, which is a smidgen annoying. I'd like to try it again; maybe with the orange chicken and fried rice. Overall I'm going to give it a 2.75 leaning to a 3.

This is such a fun find in Huntsville! I started by strolling around & ran into Phat Sammy's. At first glance, I immediately got GOOD vibes. After sitting down, ordering and enjoying the atmosphere - I cannot wait to come back! It's like a fun emo vibe mixed with tiki bar mixed with the best part of the 90's! Seriously, I can't wait to come back with friends! Jayson was so helpful and knowledgeable on the menu & drinks. I really appreciated his conversation and vibe. I hope to see you at Phat Sammy's soon!

2/1/2025 -- I hate to even be writing this. Went on a date night here, excited to try something new, only to leave disappointed and with a Chick-fil-A pick up on the way home. Drinks were good! Service was ok. We ordered 3 apps & 2 entrees within 15 mins of being seated. The apps finally came out after about an hour. We waited another 45 mins for the entrees... only for me to have to ask where our food was. They promptly brought out one dish, but not the other. The entree they brought out was cold with frigid fries. We waited another 10 mins only for the other entree to never even arrive. I asked for bill and to just not bring it out. Very frustrating to have spent 2 hours in a restaurant to spend $110 on 3 small apps, 2 pina coladas, & 1 cold entree,.... Will not be returning.

Went Friday night 8/30/24 Around 11:45 asked waitress could I order food she said no the kitchen was closed. So then I asked about the late night menu and she said oh well idk maybe asked the bartender. All cause she didn't want to help me but was more than please to help the white guys at the bar she laughed and played with then but had an attitude with me. Sad cause I actually like this place.

What a diamond in the rough.... Gave this place a shot because I thought the menu looked fun. Let me tell you the drinks (especially on happy hour) were even more fun!!!! We had two servers both were wonderful. Chris was shadowing and he provided great advice on what else was worth seeing in the area. The service and food were Fast!!! It was Tuesday and we noticed a sign for Drag trivia so Of course we had to stay! This place had it all, friendly staff, good food, a plethora of good drinks, and even entertainment. I will be adding this to My usually haunts when I'm in town

Great happy hour. Can't comment on the food. Just got 2 drinks and dipped. But they were goooood! Very good. Will def come back here for food

I cannot say enough great things about this place. Such a unique atmosphere and a combination of culture and food. Everything was delicious and the service was outstanding.

Love that Huntsville has a tiki bar! The drinks were delicious and very tropical themed. The scorpion bowl especially was pretty strong so definitely take the serves 3-4 suggestion seriously. Our server was super helpful in suggesting us drinks and food!

Food was pretty good, though we only got appetizers. This place is downstairs in a cool looking Hawaii themed bar atmosphere. Not a ton of seating. Would have given 4* but the service was terrible. We walked in and the entrance is right at the bar. The bartender looked up but she didn't say anything or acknowledge us. There was no sign that said seat yourself or wait for hostess. We were about to leave when the server said we could sit wherever. We looked the menu over and decided on a couple of drinks (the Mai tai was really good) and we knew we wanted the Brussels bc we love fried Brussels and the same with the Poke. We threw in an order of dumplings bc we weren't sure what we wanted for a meal. The server was really slow at returning with drinks, very inattentive and generally seemed to not want to be there. He was also wearing a Hawaiian button up that was halfway buttoned and chest hair sprawling out. We found a couple of things that looked like hairs in the Brussels but told ourselves and assumed it was just part of the vegetable or the fried sauce. We needed up not getting a meal bc I wasn't going to spend anymore money with someone that acted like they didn't want me there. All in all, the appetizers were all A to A+ especially the Brussels, but the service needs some work.

Came here during a business trip and was so disappointed. Starting with the positives, the ambiance and service is great and that's all I can say. I ordered the bao buns for the appetizer and the bun itself was soggy and bland. If you ever had a Bao Bun before, they are suppose to be light, fluffy, with some flavor! The pork belly was the thinnest slice, small, and bland. For the tonkatsu ramen, it was another huge miss. The broth was so bland and liquidity. Not a hint of salt, fat, or flavor, and tasted just like water. The noodles were over cooked and didn't have the chewy texture, the only saving grace was the pork and marinated egg. If you're craving any kind of Asian or Asian fusion spot, I highly recommend to avoid this place, but come here more for drinks and to hangout.

Came for lunch. Nice ambiance. Good food. My son and I enjoyed the decor and the classic video game consoles

Phat Sammy's is always one of the coolest places you can take guests from out of town. The food is good but I think the drinks usually are the star. Service can be a bit slow but who needs to rush around? Sit back, relax and enjoy this tiki hut atmosphere.

In town for a conference and the hotel recommend Sammy's. We had a group of 5 and had a great experience. This is a downstairs tiki bar with a mix of Korean, Japanese and America comfort food. The tiki drinks were good. I had the Three Dots and a Dash. Phat Sammie's is worth a visit in Huntsville!

I saw this place on a lot of my ig feed. I was excited and hopeful. Unfortunately it wasn't good. We had the lunch special and the fryer wasn't working so we didn't get the eggroll and couldn't order any apps. The Thai tea had no flavor and tasted like water. The entree was gross. The fried rice was very questionable. The noodles had no veggies and were hard and not really cooked. My entree had 5 little squares of tofu. The pics online had more food and looked more appetizing. I don't live in Huntsville so when I make the trip it's to try different places. Unfortunately I won't be back. My stomach hurt and I pretty much got it all out of my system

We just happened upon Phat Sammy's while on vacation in Huntsville. Wow, what a fun place! Cocktails were delicious (The Cartel, Hawaiian Sunset) and created with care. Bartenders were attentive and so nice! The decor was just plain fun and put us in a great mood...or was it the cocktails?! Be sure to try the Brussels Sprouts! Yummy!

Phat Sammy's Tiki Bar is located in Downtown Huntsville, AL in a basement location that is jam packed with lots of interesting Tiki flair. Phat Sammy's Tiki Bar is certainly an interesting spot that opened up back in 2020 and is so nearly hidden away in plain sight that you could easily miss it. I didn't get a chance to try the food here and I only enjoyed some beer and didn't get to sample any of the great looking Tiki drinks. I certainly would return here for the Tiki bar ambiance alone. Overall if you're looking for a tropical Tiki bar experience this might be a place for you to investigate. My video review of Phat Sammy's is here: https://youtu.be/EHbWBDo6UUU

This place is amazing!! If you like Korean food with a twist this place is for you! If you like great food and drinks...this place is for you! From the drinks, apps, main and dessert the food is fantastic!Definitely coming back!

I wasn't sure about this place when I first got here, the decor is a lot, they play 90s music, and the menu sounds a bit crazy, but it all works. Every meal I've had here has been very tasty, particularly the limited time bingsu I just had tonight, which was pumpkin spice flavored with chocolate boba, so delicious! Drinks can be sweet and crazy, but the bartenders are great and can make you a dry drink properly made. They have a pretty good selection of liquor, and great beer on tap as well. They even have happy hour, daily specials, trivia, drag queen shows. Honestly, a good variety of things happening all the time. Check it out, you won't be disappointed.

Amazing food and very cool atmosphere. I had the smaller platter which was a ton of food. Some things were not to my personal taste but still had more than enough for two people to eat. The Mai Tai was exceptional.

I cannot believe it took me so long to go here. I've had it on my list for a while but finally decided to go since I just got the craft cocktail passport. Their drinks or dranks are amazing!!! I tried the sake colada, which is really great tasting, but the least exciting drink presentation. I made my husband order the drink that came in a unicorn cup and he also ordered the one poke can pronounce. That one was amazing. Both of his had popping boba. Mine was boring. We ordered the phat fries which were stupid! I mean stupidly delicious. Slap you're grandma delicious. He opted for the burger with fried Brussel sprouts and I got the spam fried rice. We were both so full from the fries we had most of our entrees to take home. But the food was awesome!!!

Phat Sammy's is an alternative style place. Not for the folks looking to just shuffle in and out for a quick meal. The subterranean dive bar/ restaurant located below Jefferson street is a fun hangout for weekday happy hours or weekend activities. The menu for alcoholic beverages is fun with all sorts of island themed drinks and a good selection of beers on tap. The biggest surprise is the quality of its Asian-Fusion food menu . My favorite was definitely the fried chicken "KFC sandwich " with all sorts of flavors that pop together when you take a bite . (Fried chicken thigh tossed in gochujang sauce, kimchi, crispy onions, garlic aioli.) Other items we tried: Crab Rangoon were awesome! The Korean double fried chicken wings were good. The Birria Bao Buns were fantastic! My wife had the Enoki fries, she liked them, I was not a fan. The regular fries were great ! The service was great, our waitress was super cool, attentive and very informative about the drink and food menus. She really made sure that we had an enjoyable time , while sampling some of Sammy's signature cocktails and food items. I also appreciated on the particular Saturday evening they were playing lots of 1990s alternative music , the sounds of my youth. Thanks Sammy's, we'll be back !

Absolutely loved everything about this place! Food is delicious and creative, Service is stellar and spot on. The restaurant has a great casual feel that is relaxing and easy going, love it!

When I found this place called Phat Sammy's, it seemed like such a unique place and had awesome reviews, so I said why not?! It was literally like an underground tiki bar in downtown Hunstville, AL. Pretty cool right?!? I was torn on what to order so I got an "experimental" cocktail -- had bananas in it!! Then we ordered two dishes recommended by the server and they were yummy! My co-pilot had the spam fried rice - crispy spam, barrel aged teriyaki sauce, baby corn, english peas, 1 hour egg, pea tendrils And I had the K-Mac burger -- 2 griddled patties, kimchi, cheddar, good AF sauce, canadian bakin brioche bun -- definitely in the top 5 best burgers I've ever had. Unique, fresh, colorful, and fun. Note: This place is kinda hidden from the street so if you're using GPS you won't see a big Ole sign or anything just the one on the side of the building like I posted.

Delicious dinner and drinks. The KFC sandwich was perfect, as were the fries. So good I could have had it the next day as well. Tasty drink too!

I had the Brussel sprouts and Kmac burger with fries. The thought put into the food was good but it was poorly executed. While the brussel sprouts, burger and fries were cooked perfectly, it was too salty. I pulled the burger apart and was able to eat some of it. The drink list was nice. They had signature cocktails that looked pretty cool on other people's tables. I went on a Thursday, happy hour time. It wasn't too crowded. The staff members were friendly and attentive. The decor was tiki themed and whimsical. I would try again if I'm ever in Huntsville. I think it may have just been a bad day. I really did like the concept & the menu

Came to celebrate a friend's birthday on a Saturday night. The place seemed lively and busy but I didn't feel that it was rife with COVID-- there was enough distancing between us and the people next to us. There are a few things I think Phat Sammy's deserves to be commended for. The first is the fun atmosphere. The whole place is decked out in a tiki theme from the walls of the place to glasses and garnish used for drinks. It kinda makes you feel like walking down the stairs into the restaurant transported you to Hawaii?? It's pleasant. Secondly, I appreciated the fun fusion of flavors the menu provides. There's creativity in the dishes crafted between key Asian flavors/ingredients and classic American food like hamburgers and fries. My friends didn't leave a lick of food on their plates and that's also why I'm giving this place four stars. Both thoroughly enjoyed what they ordered-- the battleship curry and K-Mac. I ordered the Curried Doria and I wish I didn't. It was a good dish but the description made me think it was more of a fried rice dish than I thought it was a cheesy baked rice dish. It was heavier and saltier than what I was in the mood for. Drinks were good but I did think the amount of ice was a bit excessive. Service was great-- we asked our waitress to take photos for us and she went above and beyond. The menu is linked to a QR code to minimize the number of things you're touching (cuz COVID and all yanno). The prices were a bit steep but I get that it's for the unique environment and creative food. Overall, I (and my friends) would come again and splurge on the experience for fun drinks and original dishes!

Used to love this place but it is not the same as it was. Spam fried rice was absolute mush and had very little flavor and the food came out over the span of 30 minutes so many were finished before some even got their food.

My food was ok, I got the panko chicken sandwich, didn't blow me away, hubs got the burger that came w an egg and gravy (don't remember the name ) and he loved it ... the bad part was the bartender, he should've called out sick , he was all snotty and congested , he walked away from the bar and blew his nose and when he came back didn't wash his hands ... he went into a side office of some sort (is what it appeared to be) so I don't know if a hand washing station was in there , I highly doubt it . He was handling the drink garnish bare handed (no tongs) so it just grossed me out . The vibe in there was cool tho. I mean we were the only two folks at the bar so .... Place was completely empty .

One of the coolest and funkiest places to eat. Phat Fries and wings and their drinks are so inventive. It is a fun place as well!!