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The Royal Scam, Mobile, AL

The Royal Scam

4.9
4.9
469 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
The Royal Scam has served locals and visitors alike since December of 2006. We hope you'll enjoy our fresh Gulf seafood, hand cut filets and other specialties.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Contemporary Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (251) 432-7226
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jonathan Stern
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate small to medium sized groups in our courtyard. Please email our general manager at abaker@raspgroup.com or call the restaurant (251)432-7226 for more information.
  • Neighborhood
    Mobile
  • Cross street
    Government
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking until 6 pm. Multiple paid/covered lots available.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 469 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mobile

    Best Overall

  • Mobile

    Best Food

  • Mobile

    Best Service

  • Mobile

    Best Ambiance

  • Mobile

    Best Value

  • Mobile

    Neighborhood gem

  • Mobile

    Romantic

  • Mobile

    Good for special occasions

  • Mobile

    Lively

  • Mobile

    Best Overall

  • Mobile

    Best Food

  • Mobile

    Best Service

  • Mobile

    Best Ambiance

  • Mobile

    Best Value

  • Mobile

    Good for groups

  • Mobile

    Neighborhood gem

  • Mobile

    Great for fine wines

  • Mobile

    Romantic

  • Mobile

    Good for special occasions

  • Mobile

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Royal Scam in Mobile impresses with "excellent food" and "top-notch service." Diners rave about the "best fish specials," juicy steaks, and delicious bread pudding. With a cozy ambiance, helpful staff, and inventive menu, it's a "must-visit" for both locals and visitors. Perfect for any occasion!

469 Reviews
  1. Sherri

    Alabama

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a fun stop. The tuna tartare and pomegranate cosmo are fabulous. Fish specials always great. Highly recommend.

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  2. Wally

    Mobile

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great service, great food. The back patio could use a little work, but overall a great night.

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  3. Michael

    Mobile

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolutely brilliant meal in a beautiful location, with wonderful service and a great courtyard

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  4. Loyda

    Mobile

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    1st time visiting. Great food! Prices a bit too high. Went to celebrate birthday & anniversary & no special attention given whereas other restaurants have done so. However, may visit again.

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  5. Nancy

    Austin

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tilefish was light and flaky….truly delish. Excellent bread pudding!

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  6. Raigan

    Mobile

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently delicious food. Consistently good service.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always delicious. Great service. The courtyard plants could use a tad bit of attention. But overall A yummy, delicious dinner

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  8. danny

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service by Isiac .. Filet was cooked perfect. Crab cakes delicious. Manager was very personable and visited with us.

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  9. Robert

    Charleston

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The pork belly was outstanding as was the rest of the food

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  10. Lois

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was perfect. Nice location . Felt very cared for and comfortable.

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FAQs

The Royal Scam offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (251) 432-7226.

The Royal Scam is rated 4.9 stars by 469 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Royal Scam

72 S Royal St, Mobile, AL 36602-3204

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Government
  • Neighborhood
    Mobile
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Contemporary Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking until 6 pm. Multiple paid/covered lots available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jonathan Stern
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (251) 432-7226
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate small to medium sized groups in our courtyard. Please email our general manager at abaker@raspgroup.com or call the restaurant (251)432-7226 for more information.
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