What should I order at Hyman's Seafood?
Hyman's Seafood
Hush Puppies
Mentioned multiple times as complimentary samples and highly praised for their deliciousness, with some reviewers calling them the best they've ever had.
Carolina Delight
Frequently recommended for its perfectly cooked shrimp, creamy sauce, and memorable grit brick; cited as a must-try and a reason for repeat visits.
Shrimp Extravaganza
Noted for its abundance and variety of shrimp, described as delicious and generous in portion size.
NOLA Shrimp
Praised for its spicy seasoning and authentic New Orleans flavors, highly recommended by several diners.
Seafood Boil
Recommended for its large portions and excellent cooking, impressing diners with freshness and flavor.
Fettuccine Alfredo with Shrimp
Mentioned as one of the best versions of the dish, appreciated for its taste and portion size.
Salmon Croquettes
Highlighted as a favorite dish by some patrons, noted for its taste and quality.
Crab Cake
Recommended for being packed with crab and flavorful, though noted as a bit pricey, still worth trying.
Buffalo Shrimp
Part of the shrimp feast and singled out for its delicious flavor among the shrimp varieties offered.
Fisherman’s Feast
Mentioned as a great choice, typically includes a variety of seafood items and praised for taste and quantity.
Surf ‘n’ Turf with Meatloaf and Fried Shrimp
Recommended for combining land and sea flavors with generous portions and good taste.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About Hyman's Seafood
Vast seafood spot & deli spread over most of a city block in buildings that date back to the 1890s.
Amenities & services
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is Hyman's Seafood known for?
Hyman's Seafood is best known for its hush puppies, which reviewers repeatedly call moist with a strong honey flavor, along with Charleston seafood staples like she crab soup, shrimp and grits, and crab cakes. It is also praised for serving local specialties in a historic Charleston setting.
What dishes are most recommended at Hyman's Seafood?
Reviewers most often recommend the hush puppies, she crab soup with sherry, fried oysters, crab cakes, shrimp and grits, and broiled seafood plates. Specific favorites mentioned include stuffed jerk grouper, glazed grouper with Brussels sprouts, whole flounder, and Chilean sea bass croquettes.
What is the atmosphere like at Hyman's Seafood?
The vibe is casual, cozy, historic, and lively, with a busy dining room and a small bar area that some guests enjoy for bar seating. It suits groups and tourists well, but reviewers also mention it works for solo dining because service is attentive and the space feels welcoming.
Is Hyman's Seafood good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is $20 to 30, and reviewers often say the portions are generous and the value is strong for the amount of food served. Some guests report spending closer to $40 to 50 per person, especially with drinks or larger seafood platters, but still describe the quality and portion size as reasonable.
What should I know about wait times at Hyman's Seafood?
Expect a wait, especially at busy lunch or dinner times, since the restaurant is explicitly noted as usually having one and reviewers describe it as extremely busy. The bar seating can be a useful option when the main dining room is full, and service is still described as fast and attentive.
Is parking available at Hyman's Seafood?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Is Hyman's Seafood kid-friendly?
Yes, Hyman's Seafood is good for kids.
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