ONeals on the Water - Baytown (TX)

4 /5 Fiona L: ONeals on the Water is a relaxed, dive spot with one major highlight--its right by the bay, and the outdoor seating offers a lovely view and breeze. We were greeted warmly at the entrance and shown to our table, which started things off on a good note. Our server, while not rude, didnt seem particularly enthusiastic or friendly--but it didnt impact the service too much. We started with the Garlic Parmesan Oysters. While Im personally not an oyster fan, my husband and his friend really enjoyed them. For mains, we ordered the Snow Crab Cluster, the Shrimp Platter, and the Shrimp & Catfish Combo. All of the seafood was fresh and flavorful. Id recommend getting the shrimp fried--the grilled version was a bit too salty for my taste, though my husband liked them just fine. Each entree came with two sides and hushpuppies, which I was excited about--until I realized they only give you two, and they were a bit hard, overly salty, and not as satisfying as Id hoped. Thankfully, I chose Fried Okra and Mashed Potatoes with Gravy as my sides--both were delicious! The okra was crispy and generously portioned, and the mashed potatoes were definitely the star: creamy, flavorful, and total comfort food. I also love that they offer daily specials and events, so if youre planning a visit, definitely check out their calendar. Overall, its a great spot to kick back with friends, enjoy some fresh seafood, and soak in the bayfront atmosphere.

3 /5 Cee: Our server provided excellent service, proactively checking in to ensure our satisfaction throughout the meal. The food quality was acceptable, and the use of seasoning was appreciated. The waterfront location was a significant advantage.

5 /5 T S: My wife and I were in the area on business and staying at the hotel next door. We noticed the good reviews and decided to give this place a try last night and we’re so glad we did! The atmosphere was fantastic, and the wait staff was excellent. I believe our server’s name was Anna, and she was awesome. The food was amazing as well; I was expecting more of a bar-style menu, but it turned out to be some of the best shrimp I’ve ever had, incredibly fresh I highly recommend checking this spot out if you’re in the area. It’s by far the coolest place on the water, and the live music made for a perfect night.

4 /5 Leslie Mitchell: Over all food was great! Large portions, we had the chicken fried steak , grilled smothered chicken...only complaint is we ordered loaded potato appetizers , they were served with our dinner and were a little over cooked. Margaritas could be better..over all it was good. Setting on the patio overlooking the water and Fred Hartman was very nice.