Jumbo Seafood

Located on Mineola Highway, Jumbo Seafood brings the flavors of the Gulf Coast to East Texas with fresh catches and generous portions that live up to the restaurant’s name. This local seafood destination has earned a solid reputation among Tyler diners who crave quality fish and shellfish without the drive to the coast. The restaurant offers a straightforward seafood experience focused on freshness and flavor rather than fancy presentation.

The menu at Jumbo Seafood showcases classic Gulf Coast preparations with an emphasis on fried and grilled options. Diners can expect generous portions of catfish, shrimp, crawfish, and seasonal catches prepared with traditional Southern seasonings. The restaurant’s boiled seafood platters are particularly popular, featuring crawfish, shrimp, and crab served with corn and potatoes in aromatic Cajun spices. Daily fresh fish specials round out the offerings for those seeking grilled or blackened preparations.

The atmosphere at Jumbo Seafood embraces the casual, no-frills approach of a traditional seafood house. The dining room features comfortable booth and table seating with nautical touches that create a relaxed environment perfect for messy, hands-on seafood eating. The space feels welcoming and unpretentious, encouraging diners to roll up their sleeves and dig into steaming platters of boiled shellfish.

Jumbo Seafood serves as an ideal destination for families seeking a casual seafood dinner or groups of friends wanting to share platters of boiled crawfish. The restaurant works well for those craving fresh seafood without the formality of upscale dining, making it perfect for weekend gatherings or weeknight dinners when visitors want generous portions and honest flavors.