GREAT value for money, we came for my husband's birthday & got the Players' Plates, which are $35/each & are equivalent to the $80 plates at Chef Smelly's & bigger than what they used to do at Trap Kitchen. The food is super flavorful, the presentation is great, the staff are friendly & the service is fast! They have beer pong & a bar too, a great spot to have fun!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James K
Food is good but man its slow. I have been here for maybe about 5 times now and every time it gets worse and worse. They changes their open time daily so don’t depend on the google/yelp. They will post on their Instagram stories if any changes happen last minute. This place used to be good.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Nicolaus Rodriguez
Alright, let me start by saying — I might be a little biased, considering I’ve known the owners and staff for about three months now. But bias or not, here’s the truth:
The first time I walked into this place, it was completely empty. I literally said out loud, “Where everybody at?!” — and yes, I yelled it. The beautiful and welcoming bartender came right over, sat me down at the bar, and poured me a shot to start. Within minutes she made me feel right at home — friendly, confident, and knew that menu like the back of her hand. She told me exactly what to order, and let me tell you, she did not miss.
Chef Michelle? She puts her whole heart and soul into that kitchen. You can taste it in every bite. When I say this is one of my top three spots to eat at when I’m in the Bay, I mean it. The catfish stays crispy, the wings are juicy, the garlic noodles — man, those noodles will make you wanna slap your mama and someone else’s too, so proceed with caution. The seafood? Fresh, flavorful, with that perfect kick of spice.
And then there’s Jinny — this woman’s energy is unmatched. She greets you like family, makes you feel right at home, and somehow always knows how to make you feel good about your order.
I know this review is late, but better late than never — because The 938 deserves a solid 10/10.
Good food. Good people. Good vibes. It’s the kind of spot that keeps you coming back for more.
If you ever find yourself in the Bay, stop by. Have a shot (or three), kick back, and enjoy some seriously delicious food.
#BESTBOILINTHEBAY
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boils, Garlic Noodles with 1 2 Snow Crab and 5 Prawns Tossed in a Combo Mild Sauce, Seafood
Hina Guezmir
The crawfish and shrimp boil was better than New Orleans. And good prices as well. It was 10/10 for us! My new go-to
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boils
Bong Doblas
Very good food and friendly staff, all dishes are top notch
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nan Andino
Loved it. Coming back with friends.
This is slow food at it's best. Don't come if you are in hurry, or hangey.
But worth the wait if you love seafood and plan a leasurly meal.
We went Friday night after 7. There were only 7 table, some pushed together to accomodate bigger parties. Was greeted and told when large party left, 7 people party plus our party of 2 would be seated at those table. When seated, we got menus, water, and then waited to order. We had already observed this timeline while waiting, and saw those seated earlier oprdering, and just receiving food. So it was as expected.
Food was excellent! Salad so crspy fresh, calamaries crispy, tender, not heavy batter or rubbery. Sauces and dressing creamy and fresh tssting.
Fish same crispy light coating. Lots of fries, neither tried. Next time may ask if can uptier with garlic fries. My shrip boil was more like prawns, 1 lb 19.95, headless plus $1. A bargain, garlic butter mild. I like that you can pick how spicy, and various flavoring.
We were too full to try dessert. Will try some variety next time with a bigger crowd.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robin Frazier
Food and customer are absolutely wonderful I loved it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emmitt S
Food is delicious, just the vibe isn't always there
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Alycia Tumlin
We had the most fun here! We had a birthday party for 16 people and it was SO MUCH FUN. There was one lady, Michelle, running the entire show, running the bar, taking orders and keeping the energy positive. She was incredible. The vibes were light and fun, the food was great, and the drinks were strong. I highly recommend this spot! It’s family owned and loved. They also have a pop up to-go restaurant connected to it. Check out this long standing Albany spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Maybie
We came here with a few friends for a birthday and absolutely loved it! The seafood boil was fresh and delicious, the spicy level of sauce was perfectly hot and not too over the top to melt your face off. The catfish was crispy the crab was amazing! We also had garlic noodles and garlic fries, which were both great.
Love this restaurant!! It has so many great tasting options for food & drinks . The service is amazing and I can’t wait to come back especially since they have fun events as well !!!! 111/10 I’d definitely recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kendolyn H
Great atmosphere. We had some drinks and vibed to the music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
지원더랜드_JIWONderland
It’s a huge explosion of salty and umami!! If you like strong flavors, I highly recommend it. ㅜㅜ 2 pieces of corn, potato, and sausage per person, and garlic noodles (this is the amount of garlic for Koreans). Please make sure to order it. It's so drinkable..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gabor Torok
Food and atmosphere are both amazing. Loved it, would go back again.
Georgina Corona
The food was ok. Way too much garlic and butter. I know it has to have those 2 ingredients, but there's literally no broth lole at other places. The shrimp is super big, hence the 3 stars.
GREAT value for money, we came for my husband's birthday & got the Players' Plates, which are $35/each & are equivalent to the $80 plates at Chef Smelly's & bigger than what they used to do at Trap Kitchen. The food is super flavorful, the presentation is great, the staff are friendly & the service is fast! They have beer pong & a bar too, a great spot to have fun!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is good but man its slow. I have been here for maybe about 5 times now and every time it gets worse and worse. They changes their open time daily so don’t depend on the google/yelp. They will post on their Instagram stories if any changes happen last minute. This place used to be good.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Alright, let me start by saying — I might be a little biased, considering I’ve known the owners and staff for about three months now. But bias or not, here’s the truth:
The first time I walked into this place, it was completely empty. I literally said out loud, “Where everybody at?!” — and yes, I yelled it. The beautiful and welcoming bartender came right over, sat me down at the bar, and poured me a shot to start. Within minutes she made me feel right at home — friendly, confident, and knew that menu like the back of her hand. She told me exactly what to order, and let me tell you, she did not miss.
Chef Michelle? She puts her whole heart and soul into that kitchen. You can taste it in every bite. When I say this is one of my top three spots to eat at when I’m in the Bay, I mean it. The catfish stays crispy, the wings are juicy, the garlic noodles — man, those noodles will make you wanna slap your mama and someone else’s too, so proceed with caution. The seafood? Fresh, flavorful, with that perfect kick of spice.
And then there’s Jinny — this woman’s energy is unmatched. She greets you like family, makes you feel right at home, and somehow always knows how to make you feel good about your order.
I know this review is late, but better late than never — because The 938 deserves a solid 10/10.
Good food. Good people. Good vibes. It’s the kind of spot that keeps you coming back for more.
If you ever find yourself in the Bay, stop by. Have a shot (or three), kick back, and enjoy some seriously delicious food.
#BESTBOILINTHEBAY
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boils, Garlic Noodles with 1 2 Snow Crab and 5 Prawns Tossed in a Combo Mild Sauce, Seafood
The crawfish and shrimp boil was better than New Orleans. And good prices as well. It was 10/10 for us! My new go-to
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Boils
Very good food and friendly staff, all dishes are top notch
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved it. Coming back with friends.
This is slow food at it's best. Don't come if you are in hurry, or hangey.
But worth the wait if you love seafood and plan a leasurly meal.
We went Friday night after 7. There were only 7 table, some pushed together to accomodate bigger parties. Was greeted and told when large party left, 7 people party plus our party of 2 would be seated at those table. When seated, we got menus, water, and then waited to order. We had already observed this timeline while waiting, and saw those seated earlier oprdering, and just receiving food. So it was as expected.
Food was excellent! Salad so crspy fresh, calamaries crispy, tender, not heavy batter or rubbery. Sauces and dressing creamy and fresh tssting.
Fish same crispy light coating. Lots of fries, neither tried. Next time may ask if can uptier with garlic fries. My shrip boil was more like prawns, 1 lb 19.95, headless plus $1. A bargain, garlic butter mild. I like that you can pick how spicy, and various flavoring.
We were too full to try dessert.
Will try some variety next time with a bigger crowd.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and customer are absolutely wonderful I loved it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is delicious, just the vibe isn't always there
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
We had the most fun here! We had a birthday party for 16 people and it was SO MUCH FUN. There was one lady, Michelle, running the entire show, running the bar, taking orders and keeping the energy positive. She was incredible. The vibes were light and fun, the food was great, and the drinks were strong. I highly recommend this spot! It’s family owned and loved. They also have a pop up to-go restaurant connected to it. Check out this long standing Albany spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came here with a few friends for a birthday and absolutely loved it!
The seafood boil was fresh and delicious, the spicy level of sauce was perfectly hot and not too over the top to melt your face off. The catfish was crispy the crab was amazing!
We also had garlic noodles and garlic fries, which were both great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sausage, Fish \u0026 Chips
Restaurantji Recommends
Love this restaurant!! It has so many great tasting options for food & drinks . The service is amazing and I can’t wait to come back especially since they have fun events as well !!!! 111/10 I’d definitely recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great atmosphere. We had some drinks and vibed to the music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It’s a huge explosion of salty and umami!! If you like strong flavors, I highly recommend it. ㅜㅜ 2 pieces of corn, potato, and sausage per person, and garlic noodles (this is the amount of garlic for Koreans). Please make sure to order it. It's so drinkable..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and atmosphere are both amazing. Loved it, would go back again.
The food was ok. Way too much garlic and butter. I know it has to have those 2 ingredients, but there's literally no broth lole at other places. The shrimp is super big, hence the 3 stars.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
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