Squid Ink Eclectic Eats and Drinks

Stopped in for lunch after the original spot I was going to was closed, was definitely a sign since this place definitely hit the spot!! Ordered a little bit of everything, all the food came out hot, staff were very friendly and helped with my selections. Inside was a lot bigger than it seemed from outside. Calamari was definitely a good choice, wasn’t overcooked and not too salty, really enjoyed the squid ink sauce. Banh mi was pretty tasty too, it did rip easily when trying to hold it but probably user error. The hot chicken sandwich!!! At first I thought it was greasy when I cut into BUT IT WAS THE JUICES FROM THE CHICKEN!! It was so freakin good!!! 11/10 would order again!!!

Cool little place and love the outdoor seating. So fun to chill with friends or relax by yourself on the swings and have a drink and some good food. I have been here several times and always treated good, this is definitely a little gem in Mobile. Great happy hour specials and drinks from like 2pm to 5pm.

**A Delightful Culinary Experience at Squid Ink Electric Eats** Nestled in the heart of Mobile, Alabama, Squid Ink Electric Eats is a gem that truly stands out. My recent visit to this quaint little restaurant was nothing short of exceptional, offering both a delightful atmosphere and a flavor-packed menu. I opted for the Power Salad Bowl with chicken, while my wife chose the Chicken Banh Bi Salad, expertly swapping the chicken for shrimp. Both dishes were simply phenomenal—each bite was an explosion of flavor, perfectly balanced and thoughtfully crafted. The Power Salad Bowl was refreshing and hearty, and the Banh Bi Salad had a unique and flavorful twist, with the shrimp adding an elevated touch. It's evident that the kitchen takes pride in their dishes, ensuring that every ingredient shines. The service was welcoming and attentive, enhancing the overall experience. The restaurant's atmosphere further charmed us. With cozy curbside seating and a charming loft space, it offered a perfect setting for both casual dining and a touch of sophistication. If you're in Mobile and searching for a memorable dining experience, Squid Ink Electric Eats should be at the top of your list. It's a place that seamlessly combines great food, excellent service, and a warm, inviting ambiance.

We had to wait for a while on a busy Thursday night when in town for a conference, but it was worth the wait! Great food and drinks, with a funky vibe. Loved the nautical decor and fun cocktail options. I had the MobTown hot chicken sandwich, which was delicious (although not at all spicy). And the fries?! They tasted like McDonald’s fries (I love McDonald’s fries) except 1000x better. Would love to come back and try more of the delicious-sounding things on the menu!

Stopped for a quick bite and a drink. Really cool vibe. It’s a cozy spot. Cocktails were good and food was flavorful. The chicken bites sauce was spicy deliciousness.. & My review wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the espresso martini, and they make them pretty good.

I think I’ve found my new favorite burger, Cadillac Burger with bacon and the spicy fries. John tasted mine but he had the classic burger, in his words “it’s good but yours was over the top”. The atmosphere was awesome, the swing seats out front were cute.

My daughter and I went for lunch on Sunday. We had zero wait time and our food came out quickly. Our server Edward was fantastic!! This was my first time going and I’ll definitely be back ! We had fried calamari, shrimp scampi and a viper burger. Everything was delicious!!

Our first night in Mobile. We walked down & popped in for a quick meal. Great atmosphere here. Neat little outside dining area as well. Food was very delicious. They did the wife’s hamburger perfectly. Side note: it’s hard to cook a piece of meat that suits her. They did it expertly. Would definitely go back here & highly recommend this place!!

The food was delicious and the drinks were good. But man the service was phenomenal! If you ever have the pleasure of being served by Caleb just know you'll have the best services in town!

Stopped in for lunch after the original spot I was going to was closed, was definitely a sign since this place definitely hit the spot!! Ordered a little bit of everything, all the food came out hot, staff were very friendly and helped with my selections. Inside was a lot bigger than it seemed from outside. Calamari was definitely a good choice, wasn't overcooked and not too salty, really enjoyed the squid ink sauce. Banh mi was pretty tasty too, it did rip easily when trying to hold it but probably user error. The hot chicken sandwich!!! At first I thought it was greasy when I cut into BUT IT WAS THE JUICES FROM THE CHICKEN!! It was so freakin good!!! 11/10 would order again!!! FAT BOI APPROVED!!!

Decent spot on a lively street in downtown mobile. Definitely need to be in the mood for fried food or bao buns here haha! Drink service was a little slow but the food came out relatively quickly. Everything tasted great!

We were quickly greeted and seated. Staff was friendly. My wife asked our server which she preferred, the tuna poke bowl or the tuna poke Bao buns. The server recommended the bowl so that's what my wife ordered. (Our server said it was her favorite thing on the menu and eats it several times a week.) I chose the simple green salad with shrimp for myself and our daughter ordered the simple green salad. The shrimp on my salad was only ho hum. It had no flavor. It wasn't bad, just no flavor. The chickpeas, according to the menu were supposed to be crispy, however they were soft. My wife's tuna bowl was the major problem. She assumed the rice would be warm/hot as that is normally the case with most poke bowls she has eaten (from the east coast to the west coast and everywhere in between). (We also know that rice has a large chance of bacteria growth if not keep out of the "danger temp zone".) The rice is this bowl wasn't just cold. It was rock hard and congealed in shape. It was impossible to eat with the chop sticks as it was stuck to the plate. The only way to break it up was to stab it repeatedly. When we asked the server about it she said that it was "sticky rice" but wasn't supposed to be quite that hard. (Of course it's not!!) The server told us she would remove it from our check and she could order something else. (This is kinda humorous considering we weren't comped anything.) My wife got the Bao buns as a replacement. The tuna was decent but the Bao buns were brittle and broke. The fries were excellent...but needed salt. Our table didn't have salt so we had to get it from a nearby table. The fries would have been great with ketchup but it was never offered or provided. All in all, we were not impressed. There's plenty of great restaurants in this area...We won't be back to this one.

Very unique options for drinks! Fun atmosphere and the food was really good! One of my favorite spots in downtown Mobile!

Loved the atmosphere!! Such a cute place . Service was great . We sat at bar and had the arancini balls they were very yummy . Also the southern viper burger was incredible!! One of the best burgers I've ever had !! Definitely would return and eat and drink there again !!

Delicious, generously portioned food with excellent service and cocktails. The market/ mahi mahi grilled sandwich was a nice thick cut of fish with just a light spread of remoulade. The fried pork chop sandwich was also a huge portion and went great with the pickle and other veggies. The fries were crispy but a little underseasoned. They were hefty portions though and were good when dipped in their house made ranch. Pretty much all the condiments are made in house. The cauliflower appetizer was yummy with the cojita cheese but this was surprisingly not a very big portion compared to the rest of the meals, so can only share between 2 people at best. Our bartender Caleb knew the menu in and out and had great recommendations. He told us a lot about the history of Mobile and gave us suggestions of where t visit in the area. They had a handful of local craft beers on draft. The eight arms, no legs cocktail was outstanding, a little on the sweeter side,and it was kinda cool trying the squid ink. The bar top was a little sticky. They have a lot of out outdoor seating, with some cool swing style seats.

Literally, stopped here during a road trip just to try the famous calamari, which really was tasty. Perfect crunch with a nice seafood variety. Not sure how I felt about the squid ink sauce but the orange sauce was kickin! Ordered togo although the service I received made me want to go back! The bartender was so incredibly hospitable and sweet. She addressed me by name and made me feel welcome and appreciated for coming in. Also, it was my first time visiting the city of Mobile so Squid Ink really left a great impression!

Enjoyed lunch today before going to the boat show at the Waterfront Convention Show. Haley was our waitress and she was friendly and made our dining experience great. My husband and I both enjoyed the delicious Cadillac burger.

Met with co-workers here for dinner on a Thursday evening. The location was busy, there were no seats available outside so we ended up being seated upstairs. The upstairs space is relatively small and our table was being hit directly by the air. I would recommend bringing a jacket if you get cold easily! Our waitress was knowledgeable of the menu and were able to provide recommendations and answer any questions we had. The food was served in a timely manner and everyone was pleased with their selection. Overall we had a pleasant experience.

Fun find. Really cool vibe. Dropped in for some drinks. I didn't eat, but the food looked really good. Service was just a touch slow, but the server was still really nice. Definitely worth another visit.

While searching for a venue with vegetarian options, I discovered SI and was pleased with my find. Although I arrived at the end of happy hour, I was able to take advantage of their beer and deep-fried deviled eggs, which were delicious. Next, I ordered the avocado toast, which was somewhat disappointing due to the subpar bread and lack of freshness and abundance of avocado. I concluded my meal with the cauliflower starter, which was satisfactory. It was enjoyable to sample their small plates in a pleasant atmosphere with friendly staff. I'd happily return

Main reason this place is missing a star is because they messed up badly with happy hour pricing such that we ended up paying $12 more than we should have. Very frustrating to be overcharged by that much. The headliner here was the happy hour tuna poke bao. Marvelous flavor with nice, soft bao and plenty of tuna in each taco. It is ridiculous how good these were! A must-try by my standards - I wish I ordered more of these. Chicken Banh Mi Bao - These were delicious too but not as much of a standout to me, but they were good and also filled with a lot of meat! Can't go wrong with this item either. Mobtown Chicken Bao - Okay well, this is the last bao and guess what it's also good. There's a delicious sauce on these that really helps them out and although these aren't as packed with meat as the others were, I was still very happy with these baos. Chicken Bites and the Mobtown Hot Chicken Sandwich were both average quality items that I wouldn't really get again. You can do much, much better with a hot chicken sandwich than this. I wouldn't even call it a hot chicken sandwich, it's just a normal chicken sandwich in my eyes. These weren't great. Tuna Poke Bowl (not pictured) used the same poke that was in the baos (of course) but there oddly wasn't a lot of tuna in the bowl, despite it being a much more expensive item. I wouldn't get this again mainly because it's not a good value vs. the tuna poke baos or any poke bowl establishment. We had two orders of fries for our table and one of them was piping hot while the other was cold. Not a huge fan of that happening, but the hot fries were super! Other than that, we had paloma which was about what you would expect and our server was very nice despite the large price disparity (which we didn't point out because we just wanted to take off).

Really big space, large bar, large dining room and you can even in the outside if you want. I'd say the service on our visit was absolutely spot-on. She was just learning the gig but was really on it by checking in on us and the other tables she had as well. I would recommend getting a lot of appetizers as they do give you quite a wide variety of options. Butte the bartender they got on hand really shakes up a great cocktail but you do have your drafts on top as well if that's fancy.

The quality of the food and the service have fallen off dramatically here. Wondering if they are going to stay open much longer.

Got the cauliflower as an appetizer and it was amazing. But in my opinion the tuna tostada was even better. Will be back for the great service, food, and atmosphere!

Ate here during Mardi Gras, so I have to take that into consideration on the wait time. Ambiance was a vibe. Waiter was great! I had the chicken pasta - it was good, but not life changing.

This was so good! The ambiance is so much fun but bring a jacket because we got cold sitting by the air conditioning. They were busy today but the service was good they checked on us a lot and got our food out pretty quick. I got the avocado belt and it was sooooo good! I loved the bacon jam on it it made it sweet. The bread was moist and it was perfect.

I think I've found my new favorite burger, Cadillac Burger with bacon and the spicy fries. John tasted mine but he had the classic burger, in his words "it's good but yours was over the top". The atmosphere was awesome, the swing seats out front were cute.

Checked out this place after Bellingrath Garden. Had the calamari with squid ink aioli. Not bad. My wife had the fish and chips but the fish was mahi mahi. Not really a good fish to do the dish. It was too thick and not as juicy as a cod. My daughter had the shrimp scampi. She said was ok. Her fried had the viper burger but not spicy enough. I had the Cadillac burger and the bread was too soggy to hand hold. Overall just an ok experience. Service was good. Parking was ok for downtown Monday night.

We decided to stop here last night (a Thursday) for drinks and a bite, we sat outside because how can you pass up the swings on a beautiful evening?! The prices are affordable and just right in my opinion. The food is yummy!! Drinks are great!! Zero wait time, everything was brought out in a great time manner. BUT the staff.. is what really stands out to me in any place. We had Kayla as our waitress (I believe that was her name..), she is the most sweetest friendliest girl EVER. We talked for a good minute as if we have always known each other, so so nice! My boyfriend ordered the tuna poke bowl, we didn't think about it being raw tuna (LOL.. a texture thing) we laughed about it, and they had no problem taking it back and cooking the tuna for him! Absolutely recommend this place from the atmosphere, to what they have to offer on the menu, and definitely to the staff!!

It was pretty good. The options sound more interesting than they taste. The menu is really varied and fun. I do love sitting outside on the swing in nice weather. Car fumes and noises aren't perfect but it's nice to eat outside sometimes.

Fish and chip- crispy and cooked perfectly... zero seasoning. *Note they do not have salt and pepper on the table. *Server - fantastic. *Fly's and Gnats- tolerable. *Roaches in the bathroom- ZERO EXCUSE!!!! I do not have photo of the bathroom roach extravaganza. I do not have a habit carrying my phone to the bathroom. But I went immediately to our severe and reported the situation.

Cool location near the Renaissance--walkable. With outdoor swing seating. Great sushi! And happy hour specials

Their happy hour menu is the best! $5 for two bao buns is my favorite and their Paloma is pretty good too. Good variety on the menu as well.

What a neat place. With a comedy tour in town we knew dining might be a challenge. The wait wasn't too long but we were lucky enough to snag a place at the bar. Our bartenders were 5 stars all the way! They make some great drinks. My favorite was the old fashion. We also enjoyed some hot chicken bites, a tuna poke bowl and the avocado BLT with a side of fries. Sorry the chicken didn't make it for a pic but trust me, they were good. Just make sure you like spice and flavor when you try them because it's packed with both. Definitely planning a return trip to try some other menu items but once again.... Pete and his team knock it out of the park.

Everything was fantastic. Our server was THE. BEST. JADAEA. she made excellent recommendations and took great care of our large group. Only minor complaint is that the bar was VERY slow. Maybe consider having more than one person working the bar on a Friday night. There were two people behind the bar for a short time but one of them did nothing but chat and eat garnishes and left right when it got busy.

This place had such a cute aesthetic! Well I can't speak for the inside because when I saw the swings outside I was obsessed and just had to be seated there! My friend and I stopped by here on a Saturday around 11am and was able to get seated immediately. We ordered an orange and strawberry mimosa. We also got the paella fritters to start with and it had an interesting taste. I did like the sauce it came with. I ordered the Spanish scramble without tomato or avocado. The scramble came with chorizo, bell peppers, onion and cheese, served on top of some fries. The fries were hot and crispy but my scramble was warm when I received it. It was still delicious and very fulfilling. I have a small appetite so I only ate about half. Would come back to try other things on the menu!

Stopped by because honestly there was a lot of people both inside and outside. It wasn't extra loud, the tables were spaced very good, the waitress was nice, the wait was short. The food was ok. We were expecting a nice size plate of nachos with tuna on them. It was only three chips. They were a bit hard to me. The calamari was very good.

Late review, but great spot to swing by to grab a quick drink and have a quick chat with some friends.

Prefacing - Lundi Gras (Mardi Gras season). Walked in at 3, looking for a pop and a sandwich. Ordered the poptail from the happy hour menu, after a wait of, oh, four or five minutes. (But it's three p.m. Maybe five tables (two tops) filled, and one outside in the wind.) Seven servers, plus two bartenders. To be honest - maybe nine servers... Drink came after six minutes, and the waitress bailed, i guess. At 3:20, gave up, paid for the drink, and went across the street to Dumbwaiter, where we had both drinks and pretty tasty grub by 4:00, including the time spent getting out of Pete's place. I reckon Pete and Nick are ultimately responsible for the terrible local management. That's two strikes, guys. Happened a year ago too. Maybe there is worse service in Mobile.. and if so, give me a bone so you're not in the cellar?

Fun decor. Friendly staff. Hamburger was good. Fries were refreshingly thin, hot and tasty. The Mahi Mahi sandwich was misrepresented. That piece of fish was too delicious to be hidden on a sandwich. It belongs on a plate, standing on its own with some good sides. After one bite I pulled it off of the bun and ate it with a fork. The vegetable sandwich I was left with was also flavorful and a good combination of items.

Pastas and baos are good, as are the appetizers. Good plate set up dining in and the togo prep is good. No complaints. Last time I sat at the bar waiting on togo and the staff seem pretty cool.

Stopped by while downtown for an early lunch/brunch. They open at 10:30 so that was perfect. Walked inside and noticed that it was decorated cool and had a nice atmosphere. We were sat upstairs overlooking the lower level which was neat. Service was good. I Ordered a burger and my son ordered a pork chop over Gouda grits with hollandaise sauce. He is a typical picky teen who usually only likes chicken fingers and tacos and had never had hollandaise. He loved it, and everything was cooked perfect. I had the "loaded" fries as my side and could have ate a bucket of them as they were fantastic with just the right amount of heat (viper sauce). This is now my go to place when downtown. The prices were also very reasonable and actually on the low side compared to similar places.

Cool little place, friendly staff, fair menu selection. It does get packed. I opted for the fish n chips which was good. The only problem is downtown parking.

We were visiting Mobile and decided to make Squid Ink our 1st stop because we thought the name and graphics were cool after a quick Google Search of restaurants in the area. So glad that we did!!! The food was amazing. Our server recommended the Cadillac Burger (add bacon). It was fantastic and the skinny fries were nice and crunchy. Decor was neat - especially liked the bathroom tattoo motif.

Doesn't look like much from the outside but don't let the looks fool you- seriously great food for a reasonable price. The shrimp was fantastic!

Stumbled on this place for lunch while traveling for work. I liked the decor and vibe. Felt very casual and welcoming. There are a lot of interesting items on the menu. I started with the fried deviled eggs..not a fan. Breading wasn't crispy enough and it tasted like seafood batter. I had the Buffalo and honey chicken sandwich and it was fantastic! The chicken was very flavorful and moist. It's a pretty big sandwich that came with crunchy, hot fries. Also tried the fried pork skins...loved them. They came to the table still sizzling. They offer outdoor dining and there are swings instead of stationary chairs which I thought was pretty cool. Worth a return trip when I'm in the area again.

I hate to downgrade from a five star review, but our breakfast was absolutely terrible on Mother's Day. Our last couple visits seem to indicate a change for the worse here. The French toast was hard as a rock. Chicken tasted like it had gone bad. When I brought this up to our server they offered to talk to the manager but came back explaining that the manager was busy but they had taken the dish off my bill. My concern wasn't my bill but the food quality and safety. Overall, this was just not a good experience. This may be still a quality dinner spot, but I would not come back for breakfast or brunch and given the management priorities, probably will not come back.

Don't let the name scare you off - there's barely anything on the menu that actually has squid ink. Which for me, as a fan, was a little disappointing. Though not as disappointing as the poke - it was not good. The rice was cold and hard - like when you've got leftover Chinese in the fridge for a few days, you know? And they didn't even attempt to rehydrate it. Blech! To their credit, the manager did make amends and handled it really well, and my waitress couldn't have been nicer! Also, the calamari toast was FIRE! So so good. It doesn't come with the squid ink aioli but they did me a solid and added it. So while im not running back any time soon, I'd still say it's worth a visit for the ambiance, service, and at least some of their menu items.

We had a reasonably decent meal here recently, I had the fish and chips and although the fish was fresh and well fried there was way more chips than fish. My better half had the tuna poke bowl which she said was good enough. I was tempted by the calamari but they were at least honest with me when I asked where it came from and I was told "a far away land" so no thank you, seafood from Asia is not on my menu especially when your eating across from the Gulf. At least get your squid from Pt. Judith, R.I. (the calamari capital of the USA-shout out to my R.I. home boys). Service was good and the situation was very casual. Oddly enough no oysters.

We decided to eat at Squid Ink for lunch while we were visiting Mobile from the Eastern Shore. The restaurant caught our eye because it is one of Panini Pete's establishments, and he always delivers great food with on-point service. We elected to eat outside at the tables that they had on the street. It looks like many Mobile establishments are able to place tables for service on the city's immediate surroundings. Kudos to Mobile and Mayor Sandy Stimpson!!! We ordered the fried deviled eggs and calamari for our appetizers. Wow. Both were EXCELLENT! The Calamari was soooo fresh and the dipping sauce was delicious! For our entrees, we ordered the Tuna Poke Bowl and Pressed Spicy Tuna Sushi. Both were very tasty! The service and atmosphere were tremendous, as well. Great job Squid Ink! We will definitely be back again!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Let's be honest: a lot of the reason we wanted to eat here was because of the swing seating out front. It was a gorgeous day out and we wanted to eat al fresco, and it was well worth it. The service was prompt and delightful, with our order taken quickly and drinks brought promptly. I had the mixed seafood pasta and really enjoyed my meal, and with some more artful seasoning this would have handily been a 5 star review. We'll definitely go back the next time we're in Mobile!

I ordered a burger with no bun because I recently found out I have a gluten intolerance. I asked if there was any side options besides fries and the bartender said I could get a side salad to which I said ok. When the check came there was an up charge for the salad and there was a 3.5% administrative charge. I'm guessing this was for credit cards but at this point they didn't even know how I was paying. This place is rather dishonest and not forthcoming with information.

DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME! Showed up for brunch at 1000, ordered at 1015. By 1130 we still had not received our food and had to leave. The staff was terrible and accused us of being rude because it was the kitchens fault, when in fact the service was terrible and inept. When we asked to speak to the manager, she disappeared to the back never to be seen again. A total shit show... eat here at your own risk... maybe the food is good, we wouldn't know because we never got any!

What a fun place! The atmosphere was fun and lively. Our waiter was new and did a great job. The food was excellent as well.

This place never gets old! They are always changing up their menu and it is amazing. We tried the squid on a stick this time it was fantastic. The sauce it came with and bread was just perfect. The bao we got was the tuna and bahn mi. The tuna over filled the bao they were not stingy with it at all! Get the pink Cadillac for cocktails it is not too sweet and delicious! Cant wait to come back

OKay..... About to head over to Squid Ink to get Haper's Birthday Dinner. It was good as usual. My daughter who is now ten has loved this spot since she was 8. They do make a quality burger and the calamari is pretty good as well. Atmosphere is dope. Inside or out on the street for those who like to chill outside in the fresh Covid free air. LOL. I Digress. If you just got off the cruise ship and you are still hungry the swing by this spot. Wait is usually not long at all.

So good! This gastropub was recommended by a logical shop owner and it was spot on! A fun atmosphere. We sat at the short end of the bar and had a great view for people-watching and for a little chat with personable bartenders. There was a birthday party going on in the loft and that added to the festive atmosphere. I ordered some comfort food... the pork chop sandwich. It had thin breaded pork chop and a lot of fixings, including sweet peppers, spicy mayo (not hot), and mustard. They hit the right combo for a very tasty meal. The French fries were good too. My dinner companion had the seafood pasta. Didn't skimp on the seafood and he said it was very good! For drinks, he ordered the Long Island Iced Tea and I had the house Margarita which was served in a jar. Both hit the spot! A great place to check out.