Phatty's Seafood Steakhouse - Billings

Great place! Great staff! Great Food! Definitely worth stopping in if you want some good food.

I'm originally from the Chicagoland area, owned a restaurant for 15 years and I'm a gourmet cook. We've lived in Billings, MT for 30 years. In my estimation, this is some of the finest food available in the city. It was a perfect blend of spices, the food was served hot and the staff was excellent.

Terrible experience all around, but especially the service. After an odd comment on a co-worker 's hair (she 's African American) the server all but ignored her. When she failed to respond to my friend 's comment, the server said she 'zoned out ' but answered our questions, not my friends. The food is barely Cajun and was so-so. None of us received our salads, even after asking for them. Half of us didn 't get our side dishes. After delivering the food, she didn 't come by until it was clear we were finishing up. I 'd let this go (mostly) if I was in a fast food place, but for a nearly $30 meal/ person, this was beyond awful

The food was amazing! It arrived quick and exceeded expectations. We will be back next time we are in town because the service was also phenomenal. Emily was our waitress. She made great recommendations and made sure we had everything we needed. I really appreciate her jokes and fun demeanor.

Once we received our drinks, we ordered from a menu that, while only a single page long, featured a diverse range of dishes. This streamlined approach allows the kitchen to focus on their specialties and maintain fresh ingredients. My wife’s shrimp tacos were outstanding! The shrimp had a crispy exterior and were juicy inside; she received two generous tacos. She particularly enjoyed the sauce, which was dill-based and had just the right amount of spice for her (mild to my taste, though). The fried potatoes served as a side were a delightful cross between fries and wedges, and they hit the spot, especially paired with a side of remoulade for both the tacos and the potatoes. My shrimp and grits were delicious as well. The creamy grits complemented the spicy sauce that seasoned the shrimp and boudin wonderfully. The side salad was tasty, with the flavored croutons being a highlight. Meadow did an excellent job catering to our needs without being intrusive. Live music was entertaining, although it was a bit too loud, even though we tried to sit as far away as possible. Nevertheless, we appreciate Phatty's for being bold (just maybe turn it down a notch next time). All in all, it was a great experience, and we’ll definitely be back soon!