The service is superfast. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Food was excellent. Ambience was nice but noisy. They should probably invest in some noise suppression audio equipment.Had the calamari as an appetizer, it was OK, my Mrs. had the tenderloin cooked Medium, was very good. I had the grouper which was really good however, for the price I think the fish portion should’ve been a little bigger. Will be back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blackened Grouper, Calamari
Edgar Jimenez
Amazing food! Awesome service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jean Smith Barnes
Quality, presentation, service and atmosphere!
bill ross
Wonderful food, great service and excellent experience. Can't wait to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blackened Grouper, Calamari, Asparagus and Tomatoes
triathelete Wolf
A very elegant and comfortable dining experience. The food was fantastic as well as the service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bethany Bivens
Food and service were both amazing, our server Aaron took such great care of us and made it a really special experience! Thank you! ❤️
We hadn't been since the remodel/refresh. I must say that we were disappointed in the decor. I would have thought it would be warm and inviting but it is still boring. It isn't the sort of place to attract the younger crowd as most were elderly (70+) in there.The food is good but nothing memorable. It seems they are stuck in a funk. From all the Instagram posts talking about new drinks and menu, I found it to be too similar to what it was. It did need a reboot. Prices are reasonable and service was good.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
Chris Flynt
The food was next level amazing! Every following bite was better than the bite before! Service was amazing. Between Mathew and Scuba Steve...best experience in a very long time! We will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Trey Thompson
I had the pleasure of having dinner at 1618 West. The restaurant had good reviews and I was eager to try a new restaurant. The wait staff, was a major hitch in enjoying the meal. Our primary waiter could not help but show us how important he was in our experience. As this was a business meeting, he should have been all but invisible. Instead he frequently interrupted to talk, not to top off wine or ask how food was. In fact, after the first pour of wine, wine was never topped off. Food was never asked about. The top recommendation for appetizer, the calamari was okay, maybe good at a reach. Eating out often, if you have calamari elsewhere, this was under seasoned and while having interesting dips, nothing to write home about. The Tartare was good, but probably 2 oz of meat served with wilting cheese bread and arugula. Our table was able to order all of the fishes on the entre menu. Each was perfectly cooked. However, timing of arrival at the table was staggered, which the waiter ensured us was to avoid use of heat lamps or other such device. He did not account for the chefs ability to time three different entrees, which would be expected. Instead food died on the plates before all could be served.Overall, for a restaurant of this cost, it isn't worth it, but the environment is nice, it has parking, and a solid wine list. The food is above average, but priced as such. I'd give this restaurant another shot, but not on my dime.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
Marvelous Jewels
1618 West Seafood Grille is one of the best restaurants in town! The sushi taco with a smokehouse manhattan is AMAZING!
Great food and service. Everything was seasoned well and they have some very creative dishes. I’d say that perhaps some of the plates are doing too much and there are too many flavors going on at once. I don’t think certain dishes needed 3 sauces, as good as it looks on a plate it confuses the pallet a bit. Still highly recommend checking it out and getting some of the fish entrees.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alisa El Lakkis
The drinks and food was delicious, as well as the customer service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer Finnegan
Amazing dinner and dessert! Beautiful presentation and very flavorful!! Hit all the right taste buds! Great atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Corey Lemon
This is one of those restaurants where the chef really takes pride in the presentation of the meal. Some combinations you wouldn't think of. Usually I'm not a big fan of this type because it usually looks better than it tastes and your still hungry after... not the case here. Everything was delicious and we couldn't finish our meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Calamari
Mariah Gunther
We stopped for brunch while driving from RDU to AVL to meet a friend and the food was AHHHHMAAAAAZING! I wish they were located closer to my home town! The fried deviled eggs are indescribable. One of the best things I have ever had. And the calamari.... wow! Everything was delicious and the staff was friendly, helpful and very pleasant. I will return and 1000% recommend 1618!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs with Crispy Beef, Calamari
The service is superfast. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Food was excellent. Ambience was nice but noisy. They should probably invest in some noise suppression audio equipment.Had the calamari as an appetizer, it was OK, my Mrs. had the tenderloin cooked Medium, was very good. I had the grouper which was really good however, for the price I think the fish portion should’ve been a little bigger. Will be back again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blackened Grouper, Calamari
Amazing food! Awesome service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quality, presentation, service and atmosphere!
Wonderful food, great service and excellent experience. Can't wait to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blackened Grouper, Calamari, Asparagus and Tomatoes
A very elegant and comfortable dining experience. The food was fantastic as well as the service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food and service were both amazing, our server Aaron took such great care of us and made it a really special experience! Thank you! ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sesame Seed Crusted Ahi Tuna w Napa Cabbage Slaw & Wasabi Mashed Potatoes, Calamari
We hadn't been since the remodel/refresh. I must say that we were disappointed in the decor. I would have thought it would be warm and inviting but it is still boring. It isn't the sort of place to attract the younger crowd as most were elderly (70+) in there.The food is good but nothing memorable. It seems they are stuck in a funk. From all the Instagram posts talking about new drinks and menu, I found it to be too similar to what it was. It did need a reboot. Prices are reasonable and service was good.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
The food was next level amazing! Every following bite was better than the bite before! Service was amazing. Between Mathew and Scuba Steve...best experience in a very long time! We will be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had the pleasure of having dinner at 1618 West. The restaurant had good reviews and I was eager to try a new restaurant. The wait staff, was a major hitch in enjoying the meal. Our primary waiter could not help but show us how important he was in our experience. As this was a business meeting, he should have been all but invisible. Instead he frequently interrupted to talk, not to top off wine or ask how food was. In fact, after the first pour of wine, wine was never topped off. Food was never asked about. The top recommendation for appetizer, the calamari was okay, maybe good at a reach. Eating out often, if you have calamari elsewhere, this was under seasoned and while having interesting dips, nothing to write home about. The Tartare was good, but probably 2 oz of meat served with wilting cheese bread and arugula. Our table was able to order all of the fishes on the entre menu. Each was perfectly cooked. However, timing of arrival at the table was staggered, which the waiter ensured us was to avoid use of heat lamps or other such device. He did not account for the chefs ability to time three different entrees, which would be expected. Instead food died on the plates before all could be served.Overall, for a restaurant of this cost, it isn't worth it, but the environment is nice, it has parking, and a solid wine list. The food is above average, but priced as such. I'd give this restaurant another shot, but not on my dime.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 1
1618 West Seafood Grille is one of the best restaurants in town! The sushi taco with a smokehouse manhattan is AMAZING!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food and service. Everything was seasoned well and they have some very creative dishes. I’d say that perhaps some of the plates are doing too much and there are too many flavors going on at once. I don’t think certain dishes needed 3 sauces, as good as it looks on a plate it confuses the pallet a bit. Still highly recommend checking it out and getting some of the fish entrees.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The drinks and food was delicious, as well as the customer service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing dinner and dessert! Beautiful presentation and very flavorful!! Hit all the right taste buds! Great atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is one of those restaurants where the chef really takes pride in the presentation of the meal. Some combinations you wouldn't think of. Usually I'm not a big fan of this type because it usually looks better than it tastes and your still hungry after... not the case here. Everything was delicious and we couldn't finish our meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Calamari
We stopped for brunch while driving from RDU to AVL to meet a friend and the food was AHHHHMAAAAAZING! I wish they were located closer to my home town! The fried deviled eggs are indescribable. One of the best things I have ever had. And the calamari.... wow! Everything was delicious and the staff was friendly, helpful and very pleasant. I will return and 1000% recommend 1618!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs with Crispy Beef, Calamari