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Dilly's Seafood & Burgers, located in Arcola, TX, is a culinary gem that effortlessly marries the flavors of the sea with classic comfort food. The restaurant has garnered a loyal following, with customers praising its reasonable prices, excellent service, and inviting atmosphere. Reviewers like 'S SP8' have highlighted the expertly crafted fried flounder and shrimp étouffée, noting that the flavors remind them of their Louisiana roots. It's a rare find in Texas, where barbecue often steals the spotlight.
Many patrons, including 'Ashley', appreciate the consistency of their orders. Whether it's the fully loaded baked potato catfish or the perfectly cooked eggs, Dilly's proves that attention to detail in food preparation goes a long way in creating an unforgettable meal. The grilled redfish with crawfish étouffée and fried shrimp—recommended by 'Tina Kaw'—are standouts that reflect the restaurant's commitment to serving fresh, quality seafood.
Moreover, the customer service shines, with staff members like Corina and Rob going above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience. Whether it’s a quick bite or a take-out feast, Dilly's Seafood & Burgers is a must-visit for seafood lovers and burger enthusiasts alike, promising an experience that’s as delightful as its delectable dishes.
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Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Dilly's Seafood & Burgers
Review highlights
Based on 355 reviewsDilly's Seafood & Burgers consistently receives praise for its inviting atmosphere and attentive, hospitable service, with staff often noted for their helpfulness and friendly demeanor. Customers highlight the freshness and quality of the seafood offerings, particularly enjoying dishes like fried flounder, grilled redfish, and shrimp, often accompanied by flavorful sides such as etouffee and hush puppies. The restaurant is recognized for maintaining reasonable pricing while delivering satisfying portions. Repeat patrons appreciate reliable and accurate orders, underscoring a strong sense of familiarity and customer care. Overall, feedback points to a dependable dining experience where both food quality and service excellence contribute to its favorable reputation within the local community.
It is difficult for me to see where the negative comments have come from which a few have left. I dine there on occasion, including today. I have always found their prices to be very reasonable and the service and atmosphere to be excellent. My server was new, so her manager was helping her a bit, but they were both outstanding. In regards to the food, I had fried flounder with shrimp etouffe. My family hails from southern Louisiana, so I can tell you that both were made perfectly. Something I have rarely found to be the case in my beloved Texas. We Texans are better at BBQ than etouffe, as we should be.
Dilly’s always comes through! Every time I call, my order is complete and just the way I like it. They never forget my eggs or my fully loaded baked potato catfish—no wonder they call me the 'egg lady'! I truly enjoy my restaurant family. See you all soon!
This is a great place. This is my 3rd time eating here, the first two times were pick up orders. Every meal has been really good. This time I ordered the special, grilled redfish over rice with crawfish etoufee and my coworker had the fried shrimp. It was delicious and our waitress was great!
We stopped in here on a Monday evening for a quick bite. Wonderful and hospitable service from Corina and Rob. Food was fantastic as well as the attention to detail. We will definitely be back! Great job Corina and great job Rob see y’all again !
The fish is my mother's favorite . She's been at my home recovering for the past few weeks, and she's ordered this fish for lunch at least 7 times on the past 18 days. It's fresh, crunchy, and hot when we get it. Hush puppies are good. Fries are lightly salted. I season mine to my liking. Overall, the food here is delicious . I don't have a photo, but the chicken Philly cheese steak sandwich is crazy good. It is filled with seasoned grilled chicken, 2 cheeses, and grilled onions. The grilled shrimp salad, grilled chicken salad, and grilled salmon salad are all amazingly delicious as well. I normally use Balsamic Vinegarette on any of these, but there are other options. Be sure to request no bacon bits because it is on every salad
Bruh. The catfish. It's, like, chicken-fried. Phenomenal value for 8 bucks. Best catfish I've ever had, hard stop. I will be back.
My husband and I ate dinner here last night and we ordered the whole fish. We ordered the red snapper grilled. It was deliciously cooked perfect. There was a mix up at first with our order, but they immediately fixed it. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare, but it is worth the wait. I'm giving them a 5 because they are a family owned business. Honest people. Good service. Clean restaurant. The son waited on us after the mix up and the owner, his father cooked our food.
I’m honestly shocked their reviews aren’t higher just goes to show that ratings don’t always reflect the experience. My husband and I came here for lunch and despite the busy lunchtime traffic, the two ladies working the entire floor were absolutely on point. They managed the whole room smoothly, made sure drinks stayed full, checked in regularly without being overbearing and even timed bringing the check perfectly so we weren’t waiting around. Their attention to detail really impressed me. I even appreciated how my cucumbers were cut (see photo!). My husband really enjoyed his redfish plate too. The food came out in a reasonable amount of time, and the overall experience was great. We’ll definitely be back.
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Tuesday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Wednesday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Thursday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday 11:00 AM - 09:00 PM
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