Walloon's Restaurant

We eat out and travel often and so have experienced hundreds of restaurants, but this one was really special. Folks making the decisions here really understand quality and are succeeding at creating experiences that are memorable and worthwhile. The menu is quirky but that gives it variety. The decor is retro and modern. I only took one star on atmosphere because it was very loud; however, aesthetically, I love it. The plants are so appealing. Hats off to the proprietors and really everyone at Walloon's. If this were in my neighborhood, I would be there all the time!

This restaurant was a very short 10 minute drive from downtown - went for brunch on a lazy Sunday. Parking was very convenient with street parking as well as validated garage parking nearby. Restaurant decor was bright and spacious with Southern comfortable classiness. Service was excellent and the food was fantastic. The seafood tower was especially good. Gumbo was also very enjoyable. Lobster roll was tasty but as a regular visitor of Boston I still prefer the lobster rolls up there mainly for the enormous quantities of lobster meat. Anyway, overall this was a highly recommended restaurant and one I would visit again next time I come to Fort Worth. Highly recommend.

The service was good. The atmosphere was really cute. I got the old-school bank vibes. The oysters were the best oysters I’ve ever had in my life. They were super expensive that they were amazing. The lobster roll was good Just had a lot of onions. The drinks were also really good.

Ok this place has the best margaritas! Seth did an amazing job taking care of my wife and I. His table timing was perfect! We went all out! The oysters were the best I've ever had. So fresh and tasty! The French fries are super addicting! Deviled eggs are yummy! Yes, I know I'm listing a lot but hey when you have a quality place like this you try everything you can!

What a great experience. Food was amazing, service was great. They told us it was an hour wait, but then worked us right in. Great choices and we were super happy with our meal. Great selection of dishes and appetizers, fresh ingredients, and vegetarian and gluten free options. This place is "fine dining" with a more casual flair, really really liked it 10/10

Fabulous lunch with Mom here for her birthday. I am glad I listened to our server and ordered the redfish beignets, they are awesome! The trout almondine was like a work of art complete with a grilled lemon. The blackened shrimp caesar was a nice sized salad. Will definitely return here for dinner one evening.

We had my birthday dinner the other day and everything was so amazing! The food was to die for and the drinks were the best ever! We will definitely be going back. Our bartender Eric was just so knowledgeable about the menu. Best service I have ever received!!! Thank you all for your hard work and dedication

Carrie took great care of us. I love seafood but my partner does not so they had great options for both of us. The crab cake was 10/10 and paired so well with the salad on the side. The creamy leeks with the salmon were excellent. Would recommend and would go again.

My husband and I kicked off the new year with a date night at Walloons in Fort Worth, and it was nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, the experience celebrated fresh, flavorful seafood and thoughtful touches that made the evening memorable. We began with a dozen oysters, sampling three different varieties. They were incredibly fresh and delicious, perfectly complemented by the mignonette and freshly grated horseradish. These were a fantastic start and set the tone for the seafood feast to come. For the main courses, my husband chose the salmon with leeks in a creamy sauce, which was cooked beautifully and paired wonderfully with the delicate sauce. I opted for their signature dish, the redfish bouillabaisse, and I can confidently say it exceeded all expectations. Served with mussels and shrimp in a rich, tomatoey broth, it was perfectly seasoned, with every flavor working in harmony. I honestly could eat this dish every single day. To finish, we shared the chocolate panna cotta--and though I'm not usually one for desserts, this was a standout. It was luxuriously creamy, not overly sweet, and the perfect way to end the meal. Our waiter, Jonathan, was fantastic--attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. A lovely final touch was the small serving of black-eyed peas and the recipe they gave us to take home, a charming nod to starting the new year with good luck. Walloons is a gem, and we'll certainly be back for more! Whether you're a seafood lover or simply looking for a fantastic dining experience, this place is a must-visit.

10/10 everything! Customer service is always on point. I love how no matter what server I have their recommendations are always delicious. Tonight I tried an espresso martini with peppered butterscotch whiskey and now I don't want it any other way

Fatima was a great server. Parking in the garage next to the establishment, and the restaurant does validate. The atmosphere was nice, it didn't feel crowded, or the feeling of tables being so close together. Ordered the Deviled Eggs to start, which were good and came with a small salad and pickled onions. 6 to an order. My girlfriend ordered the Beer Batter Red Fish Beignet as an Entree. It was light and smooth. She did like it . I ordered the Monday Special Fish and Chips. Nice presentation with a cup of Fries. I will say I was not impressed with the dish, especially if they are charging $28 What I recommend this place, maybe, it's a big maybe.

We went to Walloons for our anniversary dinner. The reservation process was easy, we were seated quickly and service was great. As not a big seafood person, I got the steak salad. Perfectly medium rare and fresh salad ingredients. My husband enjoyed his red fish plate and all the cocktails we tried were perfect. The space is cute and upscale. We couldn't ask for anything more.

Jaw dropped as I entered Walloon's cozy and elegant modern bistro scene. Wonderful was their lunch service. Hoping and was not disappointed in their sophisticated yet familiar seafood courses. Relishing still to be the guest of their beautifully delicate tasting bouillabaisse with perfectly prepared seafood of redfish, shrimp, and, mussels, "Seared Redfish"! CHEERS!

Had a hometown friend come to visit, and they wanted to try this place. We arrived on a Saturday - brunch time. It seemed pretty empty when we arrived so I think it may have been right as it was opening. I tried the french toast and it was the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The rest of the table had the Crispy Calamari Salad, Blackened Shrimp Caesar, and the Lobster Roll - and I will say that the table was relatively silent as people dug in! We topped it off with drinks all around - margaritas, paloma's and I believe a alcohol-free beer. Our waiter was very friendly, lively even, and seemed excited to talk about what the place had to offer, so that made us excited to try things out. Overall a great experience and I will definitely be back to try other parts of the menu.

Service was good, restaurant was clean, it was fairly quiet with dim lighting which was nice. The food was just ok. It required additional seasoning but not bad. Nothing was exceptional, but nothing was bad. I'd definitely go back and give it another try.

We just had an amazing lunch at Walloon's on our first visit. Amazing service, beautiful atmosphere and excellent food. The redfish beignets were amazing. Great lobster & shrimp Mac-n- cheese too! Will come back for sure.

Great ambiance and service. I highly recommend the beignets and seafood Mac and cheese. The cocktail menu was stacked and we loved the seasonal old fashioned. I would skip the tuna tartare with melon on our next visit - great quality but it was missing some key flavors for me.

Walloon's has a highly suggested place since moving to Fort Worth. I recently visited for dinner. I ordered the espresso martini and lobster roll. The martini was good, and the lobster roll was ok. I would recommend ordering the roll for lunch and replace the chips with fries. The service was friendly and the restaurant was fairly quiet. I would return to grab a drink and maybe an appetizer. This also would be a cute date night spot.

Came to celebrate our anniversary!! Went later in the evening, sat in the 2 person booth with the wall lamp. Great service, Fatima was our waitress, she was very attentive! Delicious food, great drinks, dessert was a nice finish. Nice atmosphere, very cozy and not super crowded. Definitely will be back!

Godfather era looking cafe.-"good thing". Best spot is seating next to windows. Good margaritas. Steak frites with steak sauce a great option. Server was not attentive. May not have been his day. I recommend trying.

We have been to Walloon's several times since my last review. We visited again today for lunch and I can honestly say the consistency throughout our visits has been remarkable. Today was no exception. We ordered a bottle of the Pinot Grigio which is quite good and I had a Maker's Manhattan that was nicely poured. The drinks came out rather slowly given the fact that only about four tables were occupied at the time, but the wait was not insufferable. We shared Walloon's delicious wedge salad which the kitchen plated separately for us. Very nice touch! My wife had what she always has, the redfish dish, and I the barbecue shrimp appetizer. The fish in her dish was as always previously, perfectly cooked as were the three large shrimp in my barbecue shrimp app. The shrimp here are peeled with tails on; not unpeeled, heads on as is commonly the case in, say, NOLA but nonetheless very good and not over cooked! The sauce is excellent, in my opinion, and would pass the NOLA standard test. Highly recommend. It's peculiar that the dish is not served with bread to sop with, but I copped some from my wife's dish. Will definitely do this dish again as the three shrimp are a perfect meal portion for me, and so tasty. Till next time!

I did not get a chance to taste your food because you said that you only had reservation, but it does not say that on your website that I needed to make reservation. I am from Austin Texas, and I was very disappointed when I got there because they tried to fit my husband and I at the bar but on different sides. personally, I am do not like sitting at a bar to eat so again I was very disappointed and if it was 0 to 10 out only give you a one

We had a fantastic lunch! Walloons has been one of our "yeah we should try it someday" places for a while now and I'm so glad we finally came. The service was great: our server took care of us but wasn't overbearing. Our server recommended the Tuesday redfish taco special and she's right: it was delicious. The fish was flaky and tasty, fresh, and really hit the spot. A couple of drinks and it was time for dessert. They're rolling out their Christmas menu so we were able to try the apple cobbler with vanilla cinnamon ice cream and I wish I had taken a photo of it for this review. It too was great! Actually had pieces of crisp apple vs the slurry you get other places. The pastry on top had good texture too and happily golden brown. I also got to try their seasonal eggnog and it was good too! Can't wait to try this place again.

Food is delicious, ambiance is fabulous, service is wonderful. We've had dinner at Walloon's and it didn't disappoint. The lobster roll is rich, buttery and exactly what you'd hope for. Be sure you upgrade to the fries with it. However, this time we did brunch. Avocado toast, French toast and a carafe of mimosas were perfect.

What a great restaurant! First of all, the location on Magnolia is awesome and the decor is such a great combination of retro and modern. The bar is significant, and the bartenders are super friendly and talented. We had cocktails and then sat down for dinner. There are many options on the menu, but it is primarily a mix of seafood with some land options. We started with a dozen oysters and asked for the chef's choice, which consisted of three different kinds (all of which were delicious). I highly recommend the wedge salad, which included the perfect amount of blue cheese, dressing, and bacon. My wife had the salmon, and it was spectacular. I had the braised short rib - also excellent. Our server was super-attentive, and we cannot wait to go back.

This was a hot mess!!! Arriving for lunch to a place that was over 2/3 empty...asking the hostess if our table of 4 could sit at this round table of 5 and her answer was NO THATS FOR LARGER GROUPS! She proceeded to tell me how busy the lunch rush is. Well the place never got busy the table stayed empty and therefore we were uncomfortable for no reason. Training people training! Also the food was average at best. The dry French dip was returned and in took over 22 minutes to get the replacement burger.

I've been here twice now and loved it both times! I absolutely adore the vibe that the decor gives you when you walk in; it transports you a few decades into the past, and I dig it. It's very clean, even the restrooms. Service is attentive and friendly and the staff are knowledgeable about the menu, which you don't get a lot these days. The bartender, Kat, is awesome. She knows how to make a damn good cocktail that makes you wanna sip it slowly, so it won't end. The steak entree was cooked to perfection and well seasoned, and the fries were nice and golden and not limp from being undercooked. I loooooove the redfish entree. It's so soothing as it's basically bathing in an upscale tomato soup. I don't eat a lot of mussels, but I enjoyed the ones on this dish and the redfish was wonderful as it easily fell apart when prodded with my fork. The Hugo spritz is DELIGHTFUL. Super light and refreshing. The mint just sends it over the top. And that bread pudding.... Hot diggity. It's supposed to be peach bread pudding, but I didn't taste much peach, and I couldn't care less as it made a party in my mouth regardless with a nice crispy outside, topped with that I think was homemade ice cream... it tasted like it, but I could be wrong. Maybe the booze / food was just getting to me by then and just made everything rose colored. I digress.... Go here. Thank me later.

New seafood place on Magnolia? We're in! With Walloon's getting all the buzz we felt we had to try it out. You instantly get the feeling that this is a a great place to grab a cocktail (or several) and have some small seafood plates at the bar, especially for a happy hour. I wouldn't say that Walloon's is a restaurant so much as a great bar that serves seafood, as the horse-shoe shaped bar is the centerpiece of this lively, fun, and loud place. The redfish beignets seemed to be a popular, so we opted for those as our appetizer, and after trying them we could definitely understand why. Tender pieces of redfish encapsulated in a batter both doughy and crispy. To me, these were the best item we ordered and I would say are a must order for your first time. We followed up the beignets with Mussels and a Lobster Roll sandwich, both were great as well. We were definitely pleased with our Walloon's experience and plan to come back to try more of the eclectic menu - specifically the BBQ Shrimp, the Italian Beef, or the Seafood Mac and Cheese. Looks like another hit on the Southside.

Issue was the service at (empty)bar area. Very arrogant. Kept my bag on the chair while I could settle in and was rudely informed there are hooks for bags :) "hey buddy can I sit first" Just not overall not impressed. Lots of lovely new restaurants around. Will take my cocktails $$$ somewhere else.

I had a spontaneous visit at this seafood restaurant from Yelp reviews. This restaurant is very fancy and upscale. I wish the menu was offering more variety of seafood selections. I had lobster bisque to start. It was very tasty but salty. They put chunks of lobsters in the soup but the lobster was cold so the soup was cold. I also ordered half dozens of oysters. This restaurant has a. Huge showcase of oysters and seafood they put in the ice displays. The menu is all over the place. It's a seafood restaurant but they have hamburgers, braised beef but not many variety of seafood menu. They have all fresh ingredients showing on the ice displays. It looks really nice. I wish this restaurant has more varieties of seafood dish. For example seafood chipinno , or pasta, they show nice prawns on the display but not many shrimp on the menu. ( only shrimp cocktails.) So I had mussels for main dish. I was expecting mussels and fries like I get in Belgium. This restaurant has mussels pot but the mussels they serve is only one pound not two like in Europe. I was disappointed for my mussels because they prepared with red cayenne peppers. It was not described in the menu so I'm not a fan of spicy food. I wish the restaurant told me if it was spicy. The mussels pot I get in Europe is never served spicy so that was very disappointing. However the wine cream sauce in the mussels pot was delicious. My server was great. He is experienced and very talkative. He was very professional and friendly. I see this restaurant has a lot of potentials. They need to work on their menus. Also, the chef needs to work on the food. Temperature preparation. Soup should be hot not lukewarm. I had their chocolate mousse. It was good but too sweet. I don't usually complain, but there are so much potential to this restaurant that may need to work a little bit on the chef's side and also the menu. The outside and the inside restaurant looks so nice.

The restaurant is gorgeous and I love the area as well. Parking is a little bit questionable but we were able to snag some on the street on a Sunday evening. I did feel that the menu had an extremely fun, coastal vibe while the restaurant and decor itself was more modern and elegant, but I'm sure this is something that will come together with time. The oysters were good. Some were on the smaller side, but the mignonette was so delicious it was worth it. They did not provide small utensils with the condiments so I'm not sure if that was just a one off. One thing I loved is that they provide thinly grated horseradish with them! It was such a refreshing twist on what I am used to from other local restaurants. The redfish beignets were heavenly. Like little fish nuggets in a perfect fish and chip batter. Loved the sauce it came with as well since it had tons of flavor and tooons of dill. My fiancé got the steak frites. I did not try his steak but I tried the fries and au poivre and they were incredible. So flavorful, perfectly salted and worked really well alongside the apps we got. I had the redfish and it had a delicious broth with lots of flavor. It came with sourdough to dip as well as mussels and shrimp. The fish was tender and well seasoned too. I had to ask for a spoon (I think anything this broth heavy should come with one) but it was truly 10/10 and I could have drank it with a straw. We didn't make room for dessert but there's always next time! I am sure they are working through minor changes as they've been open less than 2 months (or something like that) so looking forward to watching this place evolve and grow.

To be absolutely fair about the 3 stars, this is a seafood place and I do not eat seafood. My husband does and said the crab cake was amazing and the gumbo - although seafood-less - was also good and spicy. I had the steak frites which was just ok. The seasoning on the steak was really good but I asked for medium and got medium well to well done. The fries were also well seasoned and crispy. I mainly ate those! We also ordered church lady deviled eggs which were heavily mustard flavored. Not my favorite deviled eggs ingredient but the hubby was a big fan. The seasoning on everything was solid but just didn't align with my personal preferences. The wait staff was attentive, pleasant and very familiar with the menu. Hostess gave a friendly greeting and sat us immediately. The restaurant itself reminded me of an upscale old fashioned cafe - if that makes sense. It was clean and well decorated. Unfortunately, we were sat to the right of the bar and it was - on a Tuesday night - extremely loud and a little cramped along the banquet. Not the bar itself which only had 2-3 people at it but the restaurant seating. Definitely not a romantic dinner location which was fine. The husband would go back and really enjoyed it but if he does, it probably won't be with me. Again, I think this is more personal preference than anything against Walloon's. Everyone I know who has dined here has loved it!

WOW WHAT A MEAL!!!! The restaurant itself is absolutely gorgeous. Cozy and elegant. My sister and I went for lunch with two kids under 6 and felt completely comfortable. Great kid options. The steak tartare was one of the best I've ever had. It was on the menu night before and the chef was kind enough to make us a plate. Loved the oyster selection. And you must try the espresso martini!

Walloon's charges 50 cents for BUTTER...AND they charged $1.00 for ONE piece of stale sourdough. I called the manager over and told him the food was fabulous but those two charges on my receipt were embarrassing for the restaurant. Charging 50 cents at a wanna be high end restaurant??!! Too much competition in Fort Worth. My gawd, Denny's doesn't even charge you for butter!!!

Walloon's is the latest brain child of Marcus Paslay. I am super excited they are open and you will be too. The food is amazing! We started with the Tuna Crudo and the Redfish Beignets. The red fish beignets were kind of like delicious little nuggets of beer battered fish. For the main course we had seared redfish, and the lobster roll. Oh my gosh, that redfish dish was NOT fishy and when you pull your bread through the sauce and take a bite of that combo, your eyes will roll in the back of your head! We finished with the Affogato and the "something chocolate" which turned out to be something like a chocolate ganache, mixed with a chocolate pot de creme with a slight hint of salt on the end to keep it from being too sweet. Perfect! They open for lunch and dinner starting this Monday. You must give them a try. So happy there is a great, new lunch, spot on Magnolia!

When you walk into the restaurant the vibe is classy and sophisticated. Hostess was prompt and accommodating. We ordered extra dirty martinis that were nice and cold. We waited a while before our waitress arrived. She spoke softly and we had to ask her to repeat herself. We ended up ordering the calamari salad and the steak on special. The calamari salad was bad to say the least. The calamari itself was over cooked and dry. The salad part appeared to be thick sliced cabbage with a sour lemon dressing, not like it had been described on the menu. However, we did order the steak special and I was blown away at the flavor! Cooked to perfection a it had a thin and delicate crust. Literally, the best steak I have ever had. Overall, drinks and steak were great, just avoid the calamari salad

Great date night spot. We loved all our meal options except the lobster roll. It wasn't our cup of tea - very mayo heavy and more celery/other additions than lobster. The bisque was amazing could have eaten several cups. Our cocktails were great, the smoke dome on the espresso martini was a fun surprise. The seared redfish had the perfect little kick of spice at the end of each bite and the broth was so good with the sourdough bread

Love love love this seafood restaurant! The food and service is excellent. I've only been for lunch twice, I'm sure it's pretty busy at dinner so make reservations if you can! The lobster roll competes with that of the east coast!

This place did not give my tummy good people dances. I thought the location was cute and the ambience was nice. However, I thought the food was just okay. We ordered the red fish beignets which were coated more than I expected and extra crispy- it made me think of fair fish. The calamari salad was pretty good just a lot of salad dressing. The short rib was tender, but it doesn't not make me want to lick the place. I could have ordered the wrong things or it was an off night.

This is must stop! But make reservation. Sit at the bar, great vibe there, bartenders finally warmed up and talked a bit but good time to be had. The food is so good and fresh. We will for sure go back.

Execellent ambiance. Super nice and very respectful service ! . . DELICIOUS seafood.... All entrees are fabulous Drinks are on top too! Don't missed out.

Went for Mother's Day! Loved the place. Old school and upscale interior. Really great food and a good selection. Definitely recommend.

Service: 1 star (slow & unwelcoming) Food: 2.5 stars (average at best & overpriced) Decor: 5 stars (charming. nostalgic. love it!) We made a reservation for 9 at 6pm on a Tuesday. The restaurant was busy but not full. We had difficulty getting a chair for the 9th person as they kept insisting 5 people could sit along the bench seating in front of four small tables. Um, maybe 5 kids but not 5 adults while also being able to use our arms. Despite us trying their recommendation and it not working, we still had resistance multiple times from the Manager. Ultimately we got the chair but we were made to feel like we were a problem. Not a good feeling when you're there to support. Our server was not welcoming or the nicest. They could stand to take some lessons from close by Ellerbe's and chick-fil-a. Being a newer restaurant, I'd expect them to provide a warm or enthusiastic welcome, ask us if we've been there, have any questions about the menu, or offer to explain their specials or menu items. Nope. Not one. Once we asked, he did tell us about his favorite recommendations. Once we got our drinks, he was attentive about keeping them refilled as needed. Appetizers: Deviled crab dip ($18) - large portion of dip served with small portion of bread. We ended up having to ask for more. It was meh. Wouldn't order again. Spicy Tuna Tartare - pretty presentation. It was missing a little salt or crunch. Wouldn't order again. Battered Redfish Beignets ($15) - best appetizer we got! Good batter & cook. Served with a dill dip. Would order this again. Salad: I can't resist a good Wedge Salad so I got one ($14) to split with another guest. It was served on a piping HOT plate! A first for me and I'm unsure if it was a mistake or something unique to them that wasn't given explanation. I definitely prefer my salad on a chilled or room temp plate. The salad was good with a decent amount of onions, tomatoes, bacon, & blue cheese with a good ranch dressing. A couple got the Walloons Chopped Salad ($19) for their entrees and said it was okay but left a little something to be desired. Entrees: I got Steak Frites ($39) for my entree. The 6oz steak was cooked as ordered. The sauce au poivre was salty but really good! The fries were very good- crispy with great flavor. Two got the Trout Almandine ($27) and enjoyed it except one's plate was "doused" in butter which she didn't appreciate. Two others got the Lobster Roll ($27) and said they they were okay but Cousins Maine Lobster rolls are way better. The Braised Short Rib ($34) was given a good review. It's a a large portion of mashed potatoes and meat as compared to the other dishes. Dessert: we ordered one of each for the table to try. ($10ea) Bread Pudding - 4 stars. Would get it again! Something chocolate- we were served a dainty portion of chocolate mouse in a cute cup with a dallop of whipped cream. It was rich, delicious & I enjoyed my bite. Affogato- a scoop of ice cream with an espresso pour over. It was also good. I really wanted to have a great time at Walloons but this time was a miss. I think they just need more time to get their service and food together- especially for small groups+. I imagine if you were a couple sitting at the bar you may have a different experience. Another reviewer described it more of a bar with full menu than a restaurant and I don't disagree at this point. It is also very loud. I want them to improve and succeed. I'll keep listening to the local word and hope to give them another try in the future. For now, The Fitzgerald and Ellerbe's will be more deserving and well worth your money and time.

I've had this new spot saved to try and I'm so glad we did. The interior is so cute, I love the converted bank vault, Oyster bar and 1920s lamps. The cocktails are delicious and the food is fantastic. We had the red fish bwignets so fluffy and light with the best tartare sauce. Then we split the Chicago beef sandwich which had the best flavours and the au jus on the side made it another level. The servers were friendly and attentive I will be coming back soon!

Food was excellent service was great!!! Got the mussels and the fish and chips and both were amazing. Restaurant is super cute too and our server Esme was great!

Well.... Been wanting to try Walloons and now that we have we can honestly say we won't be back. The parking is a hassle. The two old fashion drinks were good by bartender Paul. We first ordered the beignets which were good and the best thing we had tried. Secondly... two cups of a watery clam chowder were served. Had to ask for salt, pepper and some bread . Two slices of toasted bread were brought out completely dry? I had to ask for butter. We then tried the crab cakes which were very disappointing due to being thin, deep fried discs of overly spicy crab mixed with some filler. The same tartare sauce was also served with the beignets. When I told Paul the crab cakes were awful all he did was agree. Shouldn't he have asked us if we wanted something else and apologized or remove it from Our bill completely? When the bill arrives, Paul grabs it and said "OOPS" forgot to add your second round of Old Fashioned. Also we were charged $1 for a slice of bread and .50 for butter? Are you joking? To me this was not professional. Glad we skipped desert. I don't feel this place will Survive much longer considering there were only two other people dining And the height of lunch hour . Oh well About the ambiance .. I liked format

Really probably a 3.5, but that is not an option. The really good: Location is gorgeous, they validate parking in an adjacent garage, they have decent Tequila. Hubs gave the Italian Beef and the Calamari Salad high marks. The raw oysters were fresh, cold and come with a really solid setup and presentation. The ok: Food is solid, but nothing special. Devil Eggs, good, just plain ole deviled eggs. The Redfish was good, but overpowered by a red sauce. Included mussels and a couple of large shrimp which were better than the Redfish. Think of it like a Ciopinio...flavor was nice, but probably wouldn't order again. We tried all the desserts and the only one I would get again was the off menu peach fried pie. Nothing bad, just you know, fine. Paloma was good and appreciate the decent Tequila, but again, nothing special. I really had hopes for Walloon's. Service was just average and the meal was just slightly better. All that said, I would return and try some other things. several items in the starter section might draw me back for another shot.

My friend and I had such a pleasant dining experience. We had a reservation and I got there earlier so I sat at the bar for a drink. The restaurant is beautiful inside. They did a great job incorporating the building aesthetics. The service was phenomenal. I felt like they had been open for years instead of weeks when I went. The menu is seafood focused but there are some other great options like braised short ribs. The redfish beignets were tasty and filling. I'd also recommend the redfish. They have a great drink menu with several signature cocktails to choose from. The bar is quite spacious and is good for meeting up for happy hour or a solo dinner. My friend and I enjoyed our dining experience and I am looking forward to coming back again.

It's not often that I make the trek to Fort Worth. After all, who wants to face either the predictable traffic jams on I-30 and the road-ragers fighting to establish a new land speed record? Not I. But in a moment of weakness and knowing that the metroplex would soon be settling into a nasty deep freeze over the next few days, we headed out to where the west begins. And after the parade for the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo, we decided to obtain some necessary nourishment before facing the journey back east. Acting on a recommendation, we decided to give Walloon's a try. Walloon's is located in a historic building on a revitalized Magnolia Avenue. The interior of the restaurant is attractive and captures the historic charm of the building. After settling in, I decided to be a wicked, wicked, boy and enjoy a rare mid-day cocktail. I must say, it fortified my bravery to face that trip back to Dallas in the next couple of hours. We started out with a dozen oysters. Our oysters were undoubtedly fresh and firm. We happily slurped them up. While I had my eye on the lobster roll or even the seafood mac and cheese, I was mindful of my girlish figure, and stayed with an entrée salad topped with salmon. No complaints there. The service? It was attentive, but a tad on the slow side given the half-full population of the restaurant. But again, no complaints. I'd give Walloon's an enthusiastic thumbs up. And Walloon's put me in such a good mood, I didn't even consider attempting my own land speed record on the crossing back to the Big D.

Salmon was great! I'm not sure I would recommend the dressing and salad was a little boring. The portion is "normal" but not huge. Cute place and a little busy for lunch.

The food was fantastic. The ambiance is very historic. Apparently you can get validated if you park in the garage next door. I do agree it's more of a bar feeling than a restaurant but who cares?

Walloons is a fun new spot on Magnolia. The bartenders are very friendly and provided quick service. The kitchen was working well, we got our food in a timely manner (sometimes, I find that new places can be a bit slow because they're still working out the kinks). The inside of the restaurant is very cool, giving a nod to its previous life as a bank. I'll definitely be back!

We really liked this for a Happy Hour early dinner. We had the Redfish Beignets, Oysters, Lobster Rolls and a few cocktails. The vibe and music was SO relaxing! Kat and Tabby at the bar were awesome! I am sure it would be a great date night dinner experience too! Parking was easy!

Oyster selection was awesome just wish they had a stronger horseradish. The fish beignets are basically fish and chips. They were nice and crispy and the dip was nicely seasoned. The waiter didn't know anything about the menu and couldn't answer my questions about several entrees. The restaurant is fun atmosphere and has a very casual feeling.

Another home run from Marcus Paslay! Beautiful layout & atmosphere. Love the way they kept so much of the character of the bank. Bar service was great, food was excellent! Raw oysters, redfish & bread pudding.

Service amazing - Matt was awesome ! The placed allowed a patron to have a dog at the bar - Found this gross since others were eating. One couple left .

Our first visit since they opened about a month and a half ago! My husband, toddler and I joined some good friends for dinner here on a Friday evening. The restaurant is located right at the corner of Hemphill and Magnolia with a convenient parking garage just behind it (they validate so bring your ticket). For being fairly new it was certainly packed! Even with a reservation we had to wait about 10 minutes to be seated. Having said that, reservations are a must! The atmosphere is "upscale casual" - something Fort Worth does right. :) My only complaint has to be that the place was pretty loud so it was hard to really hear our friends without having to speak louder. We even had a hard time hearing the server but he leaned in a bit when he spoke, which helped. Our server was great, I wish I had gotten his name. He made sure our drinks were filled and that we were enjoying our meal. To eat I ordered the braised short rib which came with a side of mashed potatoes and roasted veggies. The edges of my short rib were a bit overcooked but the flavor was pretty good. My husband ordered the Walloon's Chopped Salad, which he said was filling and he enjoyed. To drink I ordered a margarita - perfectly refreshing for this hot weather we've had lately. We were too full to try the desserts after but will definitely be back to try them. There is not really a child-friendly menu here (other than maybe fries) so we brought her some small snacks to eat with us. A good visit overall. We'll be coming back again.