Squid Ink Eclectic Eats and Drinks

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!!

Unique menu with really good food! After seeing some reuse decide to give it a try! I was Heston order raw fish but Tuna like was fresh and delicious! My seafood pasta was beyond my expectations. It was so flavorful and all the seafood weee cooked perfectly with garlic and olive oil. Bread was well toasted. Price was very reasonable. We had a great meal and highly recommend this place.

If you ever find yourself in Mobile, AL give this place a try. The food was delicious! Our waiter, Kamryn, was great. She was super attentive and nice. We had the fried deviled eggs for an appetizer. I had the shrimp po-boy and a cherry bomb to drink. The drink was so tasty! My mom had the simple green salad. My dog, Bogart, had a few French fries. Love that they had dog friendly seating.

Had the Southern Viper Burger. It was excellent. The meat was not overly seasoned, nice thick slices of bacon and the burger sauce enhanced the overall flavor. The only negatives were the pickle was a spear on the side and the fries were not freshly made. The restaurant has a fun eclectic look. The staff was very friendly.

Calamari was mediocre;the sauce for the dish was delicious. I got the power salad with grilled shrimp done very nice. My father-in-law got the fried pork chops with grits, and the grits were fire! Somthimg to write home to mom about for sure! Sooo good! (Sorry no photos) my husband got the american burger with fries and said it was good(also no photos) *Morgan; our waitress and the other staff is what really set it off super attentive and personable!

I had an absolutely amazing experience at Squid Ink. My waiter, Eli, was so friendly and professional. He greeted me with a smile and delivered excellent service. I ordered a top shelf margarita and the mahi Mahi sandwich. The food was 10/10! If you’re in Mobile, AL please do yourself a favor and come to this great restaurant 🙂

Started off our experience with a zero wait time and got the cutest corner table with a window view on the stair case !! We ordered the loaded fries and cauliflower and it was out of this world. Fries were a little spicy but overall would order again , and I would eat the cauliflower everytime . I then ordered the shrimp scampi and it was the best garlic based pasta I’ve ever had !!! Our waiter Eli was also very great and gave my boyfriend lots of helpful suggestions on what he should order !!! 10/10 , would definitely recommend!!!!

Eli has a great suggestion for the Tuna Bun Bao! Great Service! Great Food! Great Time! HAPPY HOUR IS A MUST!

i love this place!! such a cool vibe and atmospher!! the cadillac burger is to die for!! and Ashley is an amazing server!!

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!

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.

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.

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.

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).

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!!

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoyed lunch today at Squid Ink today before going to the RV show at the Waterfront Convention Center. My husband and I were lucky enough to get the comfortable booth in the corner of the restaurant. We enjoyed the Cadillac Burger and the skinny fries with a side of ranch dressing for the fries. Delicious burger that had Brie cheese and bacon jam on it. It's a favorite menu item!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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!

Went to this place on a Monday with my husband and parents. They have a cool outdoor area with swings that would be nice if weather wasn't so hot. Inside has a cool vibe. A little too dark for my liking. We wanted brunch but they only serve that on certain days which is a bum. My husband got fish and chips and I got the southern viper burger. The fish was breaded nicely but the type of fish(halibut) they used was kind of too heavy, needed something flakey. My burger was kind of dry, needed more sauce I think, had potential for great things though. The fries were super thin and kind of meh also needed some sauce. The waiter was super nice and told us that brunch is the way to go. I didn't order a drink but from the looks of it that's probably what people go there for. Overall it was mediocre but I'd go back to try the brunch menu!

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.

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.

A surprise and delight. Landon was our server and was super helpful. Had the Bahn Mi salad and Fish and chips. Both were delicious! Easy atmosphere and laid back vibe!

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.

Squid ink is one of my favorite spots in Mobile! When I'm not sure what I want to eat and I just want something good, I come here. The menu is really interesting with a range of menu options that is sure to please. Everything from your basic but delicious burger, to great local caught fish sandwich, even a fried deviled egg appetizer that is simply fantastic. The service is always on point with very friendly people who know the local scene and have great suggestions. If you come by, you've got to try the Cherry Bomb (you'll love it for sure). Overall a great option to try solo or with a group of friends. In inside and outside seating is sure to please.

Fun, high energy vibe here, even on a Tuesday night! We ordered the hot fries and the calamari. The hot fries were amazing! The calamari sadly was tough and overcooked. Thankfully, the manager offered to take it off our bill. All of the food brought out of the kitchen looked great. We'll have to go back and try more of their menu items.

Loved the swings. Quickly seated. Great service. The calamari was not greasy or chewy. The fish and chips were delicious. The skinny fries were my favorite part.

The outdoor swings and downtown location are nice for out of town guests. We had cocktails and an array of their trendy appetizers. The descriptions were better than the food. On the high-end of "meh."

Great eclectic restaurant bar Inventive outdoor seating area Had a great experience Wonderful service our waitress was really on top of things the food was great We had the calamari with Ink. American cheeseburger with fries. And a kale salad. Would definitely recommend.

Very nice servers, very good food, clean bathrooms. They smelled nice. The hot chicken sandwich was delicious.

Great atmosphere. The kids love the swings. Food was delicious. Molly's service was fantastic!

The server Molly was extremely attentive and kind on a very busy night!!! She didn't miss a beat!! Will definitely be back when i'm back in Mobile!!

Food was very tasty , portions are nicely sized and the menu is priced right. Service was lackluster at best. Server spent more time chatting up coworkers and friends than taking care of her tables. We will try it again to see if the poor service was that particular server and not an overall flaw.

Excellent casual dining and very eclectic cuisine. You can enjoy a meal and special cocktail or beer at the bar, downstairs, or outside

This spot fills up pretty quick at lunch time, and it seems to be a downtown favorite. I recently visited alone and sat at the bar. The bartender, whose name I didn't get, was great! I wasn't a big fan of my drink and she modified it be closer to my taste. I ordered the fish and chips and it was really good as well! The fish is local and on the day I went it was Mahi, but I'm not sure if it changes. The overall vibe of the restaurant is really good, and I imagine sitting at the swings outside is nice in the cooler months. 4 stars instead of 5 because it's pretty pricey!

Cute place with cool vibes. Swings are cool. Bartender not very attentive. Whiskey sour was weak on whiskey. Had the hot chicken sandwich. Was okay, but needed some kind of sauce - certainly not spicy. Fries were the best thing. Like a thicker McDonald's fry with kosher salt.

My husband and I are visiting Mobile for the first time and our hotel was only a couple blocks from the restaurant. Location is a 10/10. Our waitress was Cat and she was awesome- so bubbly and fun, and gave amazing recs. She was very attentive and so kind- some of the best service I've had in a long while! I had the poke bowl and it is definitely in my top 3 fav bowls I've ever had and i can sometimes be a snob when it comes to poke bowls- tell the chef to keep doing a rad job! My husband had the southern burger and gave it a thumbs up (def a good sign from him)! The French 75 is fresh and bubbly, and they are VERY dog friendly- brought out a lil water bowl for our pup. The vibes were giving and we will definitely come back the next time we travel here! I hope we can try their brunch before the trip ends! But would definitely recommend to anyone visiting!

Unique and interesting vibe that stands out in a city with lots of similar spots! I've been here a few different times and have had many tasty bites and drinks. The most recent time we were seated quickly Sunday lunchtime, but it seemed like the staff didn't know who was waiting on us. We decided to wait as they were busy, and we were happy we did once we got our order in and enjoyed our food! The previous time we sat at the bar and the bartender was attentive and very fun! I even enjoyed a drink out of a fun fish cup! Overall, it's interesting and different, so give it a try!

We've been twice this last week during our travels to and from North Carolina (halfway point was to stay in Mobile). Both times the waitress/bartender were extremely friendly and easy to talk to and ask questions. The first visit we ordered drinks and ate dinner. The food is a little pricy (in our opinion) for the food you get. We ordered fish & chips and shrimp scampi. It was good but a bit salty. The ambiance is nice, a little loud when it's a full house but manageable. What brought us back a second time (for drinks only) was the fact that they had Good People - Hazy Snake on draft. We drank this during our first visit and it's one of the best beers we've ever had. We do recommend giving it a try!

Quick service. Our favorite spot to get brunch on a busy weekend there is hardly ever a wait. The grits are to die for and the brunch burger is always good. The skinny crispy fries are soooo tasty too.

Great all around - food, drinks, ambiance and service. It's a little on the smaller side inside. Would be happy to visit again.

This was a fun stop while hanging out in Mobile for a weekend. We chose to sit at the curb swing, which was so much fun and gave a new level to the eating experience. They had a lot of provoking options on the menu, but our favorite was the fries with the spicy sauce. It wasn't for the spicy weak, so be mindful when ordering them. Service was also fairly quick, and the waiter did an excellent job with recommendations. We arrived at about 12 pm. with no wait, and the restroom facility was fairly clean. I recommend this restaurant if anyone is visiting the Mobile area.