Fishbone's St. Clair Shores

Menu changes are hard to take, this place was always known for seafood and sushi, of which neither was available. Waitstaff was very good, but the food is well below where it has been in the past. Hopefully things get fixed soon.

We have been regular patrons of the St. Clair Shores Fishbones for many years. We have dined at this establishment on Thanksgiving day for many recent years, as they offer a "traditional Thanksgiving Dinner". Today's experience makes me rethink of spending another dime at Fishbone's. The only acceptable items I consumed were the bread and my beer. The plated turkey dinner on the menu stated turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, yams, cranberries, green beans and pumpkin cheesecake. My plate arrived with turkey (lukewarm), stuffing, mashed potatoes (barely mashed, mostly large lumps, also lukewarm), cold broccoli instead of green beans. No yams, no cranberries. The waitress never checked on our table until it was time to bring the bill and inform us that the pumpkin cheesecake was no longer available. She offered key lime pie as a replacement. I responded that I did not care for key lime pie, and asked what my other options were. She stated that there were no other options, despite other desserts on the menu. We accepted the two pieces of key lime pie, and I intended to give mine to my boyfriend. Good thing I did - the pie slices were so small that he needed two pieces to make for a decent portion of pie. When I asked about the lack of cranberries, the waitress told me she would bring me some in a to-go box. She later returned and tossed a bag on the table, stating that there were no more cranberries and I could take home a couple of rolls. Our dinner reservation was at four-thirty, not like we were the last customers of the day. If Fishbone's ran out of any of the items offered as part of the Thanksgiving turkey dinner, those facts should have been presented up-front and given me the option of ordering from the regular menu, which I would have. Bad food, bad service. Not what I have been accustomed to at Fishbone's.

We loved what we had. We had coconut shrimp as an appetizer. We also had Lamb chops for entree with mashed potatoes. Love Fishbones and will for sure come back.

Fishbones used to be a place you could always rely on to good food and good service. For a some years now this place is a hit or miss. They sat us right in front of room the table bussers use. I understand coming out to see what tables may need attention but, why are you just standing, staring and whispering. The waitress for my table was extremely slow. I don’t understand why they cannot be utilized in other ways besides staring at the guest, whispering and laughing. I had to ask the waitress for bread two or three times after I saw her bring bread pass our table to some other tables. I’m guessing this made her upset. So she and the those who buss tables which included one women were packed in that small place doing something and a little after they dispersed one of the buss-boys comes to me with some bread that he brings out of small little room with some bread that came from that room. I think they got this bread off of someone else’s plate. Needless to say I didn’t eat it and asked them where that bread came from. We were told it came from kitchen. We could see the kitchen and could see food being brought out from the kitchen but he came from this trash room where they take all the left over food they clean the plates. I watch everything when I’m in a restaurant because I don’t trust the service nor the workers for good reason. I tell you what to tell everyone I run into about this. I don’t want anyone to have the experience I had. I will not be back to this place

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Been here a few times but had an experience on Monday 10/20 that deserves a review. 1st, I had a sushi roll as an app and as always it was fresh and very good. For an entree I got the Prime Rib Po boy. It was very good as all the things I have gotten here before.

I wasn't sure what beer to get and Lyz and Taylor the bartenders, who are awesome and always do a great job, gave me several samples. Ended up with a Labats and was rightfully shamed a little for it, after having several craft beer samples.

Now to the reason for this review. I had a small mishap with a crab cake, nothing major. I told Lyz about it, just for her information. Unbeknownst to me she informed a manager, not the reason I told her about it. James showed up and overly apologized and offered to make things right, which is not the reason why I told Lyz. The care and concern he showed over what to me was just a small thing really impressed me.

Fish Bones should be proud to have people like Lyz, the manager James, and the other very good and personable bartender, Taylor, as representatives for their organization.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I love fishbones. The woman playing acoustic guitar by herself was unnecessarh

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Worst experience ever!! Food was Cold!! The so called manager had a bad attitude!!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

It wasn't anything special. Overpriced for generic food. The door to get in is a far walk from the parking lot for those who have trouble getting around this is a problem. It's on a very busy corner so getting into the lot is cumbersome. The inside felt dated and had a musty smell. Our server was mediocre. They have been at this site for well over40 years, an update is due! Nothing special about this place! Not impressed.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 3

Good service. Laughably high prices for what you get. Smelled like disinfectant.
Score: Would eat there again if someone else paid for it / 10

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Ordered the fish and chips, horrible…. Looked like it was from Gordon’s Foods. Was not impressed

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 3

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Ask for Donny. Trust me.

I’ve been to Fishbones plenty of times—usually for the food (and maybe the occasional cocktail), but now it’s because I know I’ll actually enjoy myself when Donny’s working. The man runs his section like a well-oiled machine with a side of charisma.

He was quick with every order, didn’t miss a beat, and even remembered the little details—like me asking for a plastic cup for the little one. Not only did he bring that, but he went the extra mile and showed up with a water complete with a lid and straw alongside her pop. That’s next-level hospitality right there.

It’s rare these days to find a server who anticipates what you need before you even say it, but Donny’s that guy. From now on, when I walk through those doors, it’s not just for the jambalaya—it’s because I know I’m getting the Donny Experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Prices have gone up significantly since my last visit and did not seem to be competitive for restaurants in the immediate area. My Jambalaya was just OK, but my wife actually makes it better. My brother ordered a bronzed catfish Po'boy but received a shrimp Po'boy. After deciding he would just eat it, the waiter indicated that the shrimp Po'boy was $2 more than the catfish but they wouldn't charge us the difference .... ridiculous statement when it was their fault. I considered having the 1/2 rack of ribs, but the price was almost $40. The service was very attentive, and the dinner rolls were awesome. I thought the value was fair at best.

Prices have gone up significantly since my last visit and did not seem to be competitive for restaurants in the immediate area. My Jambalaya was just OK, but my wife actually makes it better. My brother ordered a bronzed catfish Po'boy but received a shrimp Po'boy. After deciding he would just eat it, the waiter indicated that the shrimp Po'boy was $2 more than the catfish but they wouldn't charge us the difference .... ridiculous statement when it was their fault. I considered having the 1/2 rack of ribs, but the price was almost $40. The service was very attentive, and the dinner rolls were awesome. I thought the value was fair at best.

Great service and food!! We enjoyed the stuffed shrimp and seafood pasta which were both amazing!! 😘

Overall solid experience. I plan on bringing my family from down south to visit. Catfish bites were delicious!!!