Alright, so I heard some folks talkin’ ’bout Blue Bay Seafood over in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Figured I oughta check it out myself, you know? See what the fuss was all about. I’m always on the hunt for a decent seafood spot, especially if it’s not tryin’ to be too fancy.
Getting Myself Over There
So, one afternoon, I hopped in the car and made my way. Wasn’t too hard to find, which is always a good start. Pulled into the parking lot – plenty of space, no complaints there. The building itself? Well, it looked like a place that’s been servin’ up food for a while. Not brand spankin’ new, but that’s often a good sign, means they’re doing somethin’ right to stick around.
Steppin’ Inside and First Impressions
Walked in, and it’s pretty much what you’d expect. Casual, you know? Booths, tables, nothing too uptight. It smelled like fried seafood, which, hey, if that’s what you’re there for, it’s a welcoming smell. It wasn’t super crowded when I went, but there was a steady stream of people, families, regular folks. Seemed like a local favorite type of place.
The Important Part: The Food!
Got seated pretty quick. The waitress came over, friendly enough, got my drink order – sweet tea, naturally. I spent a minute lookin’ over the menu. Lots of choices, mostly fried, which is their thing, I guess. I decided to go for a classic combo plate. Why not try a bit of a few things, right?
So, I ordered:
- Some fried flounder.
- A handful of fried shrimp.
- And of course, hushpuppies. Can’t forget those.
The food came out in good time. Not too fast like it’s been sitting under a lamp, but not slow either. And the plate was loaded. Plenty of food. The flounder was flaky, and the batter was crispy. The shrimp were good too, decent size, not those tiny little things you sometimes get. And the hushpuppies? Golden brown, a little sweet, just how I like ’em. Everything tasted fresh enough. It wasn’t gourmet, you know, but it was solid, satisfying seafood.
Wrapping It Up: Price and Overall Thoughts
When the bill came, I thought it was pretty fair for what I got. Good portion sizes for the money. You’re not breaking the bank to get a full belly here. I left feeling pretty content.
So, my take on Blue Bay Seafood in Spartanburg? It’s a straightforward, no-nonsense kind of place. If you’re lookin’ for some classic fried seafood, and you don’t need all the fancy trimmings, it’s a decent spot to hit up. It does what it says on the tin, pretty much. Would I go back? Yeah, if I was in the mood for that kind of meal again and in the area, sure. It’s reliable. Sometimes, that’s exactly what you need.
