About
Welcome to Squid Ink Eclectic Eats & Drinks, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of downtown Mobile, Alabama. This vibrant eatery stands out not just for its catchy name but for its eclectic menu that marries traditional comforts with an adventurous twist. Whether you're a seafood aficionado or simply searching for a great spot to unwind with friends, Squid Ink promises an experience that tickles your taste buds and warms your heart.
As you step through the blue entrance, you're greeted by a lively atmosphere that perfectly balances a casual pub vibe with a trendy undertone. The moderate noise level creates an inviting backdrop for lively conversations while enjoying your meal. The outdoor seating option allows guests to relish their meals al fresco, making it a perfect choice for a delightful dinner under the stars.
With options to dine in, takeout, or enjoy the convenience of delivery, Squid Ink Eclectic Eats & Drinks ensures flexibility for modern diners. The restaurant welcomes pets, encourages bike parking, and promotes sustainability with reusable tableware. It’s an embodiment of the hipster casual charm that draws diverse crowds and makes for great group outings.
While the menu shines brightly, the overall experience at Squid Ink is equally compelling thanks to its friendly ambiance and attentive staff. If you're looking for a new favorite dining spot in Mobile, look no further than Squid Ink Eclectic Eats & Drinks — where great food meets a joyful spirit. Give them a call at (251) 405-0031 and experience this culinary adventure for yourself!
“ What a fun place! The atmosphere was fun and lively. Our waiter was new and did a great job. The food was excellent as well. ”
“ Squid Ink has the best food in the area. As a seafood lover I can say the calamari here is to die for ! Their aioli compliments the dish so well and it's always perfection. My go to main dish is the seafood pasta as it is a personal favorite of mine 10/10. The service here is also spectacular, one server Desire is always in such a bubbly mood and provides excellent service. The overall ambiance is pretty normal for a pub setting although it does have a mix between a sports pub and seafood, but I do like the blue entrance. 5 stars from me! ”
“ Benny is a great bartender. I love him so much. Highly recommend!!!! Best downtown bar! Even the bar manager bels came to check on us! ”
“ Caroline made the service here wonderful! 10/10 would recommend. The owner has many restaurants in the area you should check out ”
“ While searching for a venue with vegetarian options, I discovered SI and was pleased with my find. Although I arrived at the end of happy hour, I was able to take advantage of their beer and deep-fried deviled eggs, which were delicious. Next, I ordered the avocado toast, which was somewhat disappointing due to the subpar bread and lack of freshness and abundance of avocado. I concluded my meal with the cauliflower starter, which was satisfactory. It was enjoyable to sample their small plates in a pleasant atmosphere with friendly staff. I'd happily return ”
“ Literally, stopped here during a road trip just to try the famous calamari, which really was tasty. Perfect crunch with a nice seafood variety. Not sure how I felt about the squid ink sauce but the orange sauce was kickin! Ordered togo although the service I received made me want to go back! The bartender was so incredibly hospitable and sweet. She addressed me by name and made me feel welcome and appreciated for coming in. Also, it was my first time visiting the city of Mobile so Squid Ink really left a great impression! ”
“ Really big space, large bar, large dining room and you can even in the outside if you want. I'd say the service on our visit was absolutely spot-on. She was just learning the gig but was really on it by checking in on us and the other tables she had as well. I would recommend getting a lot of appetizers as they do give you quite a wide variety of options. Butte the bartender they got on hand really shakes up a great cocktail but you do have your drafts on top as well if that's fancy. ”
“ Met with co-workers here for dinner on a Thursday evening. The location was busy, there were no seats available outside so we ended up being seated upstairs. The upstairs space is relatively small and our table was being hit directly by the air. I would recommend bringing a jacket if you get cold easily! Our waitress was knowledgeable of the menu and were able to provide recommendations and answer any questions we had. The food was served in a timely manner and everyone was pleased with their selection. Overall we had a pleasant experience. ”
“ Main reason this place is missing a star is because they messed up badly with happy hour pricing such that we ended up paying $12 more than we should have. Very frustrating to be overcharged by that much. The headliner here was the happy hour tuna poke bao. Marvelous flavor with nice, soft bao and plenty of tuna in each taco. It is ridiculous how good these were! A must-try by my standards - I wish I ordered more of these. Chicken Banh Mi Bao - These were delicious too but not as much of a standout to me, but they were good and also filled with a lot of meat! Can't go wrong with this item either. Mobtown Chicken Bao - Okay well, this is the last bao and guess what it's also good. There's a delicious sauce on these that really helps them out and although these aren't as packed with meat as the others were, I was still very happy with these baos. Chicken Bites and the Mobtown Hot Chicken Sandwich were both average quality items that I wouldn't really get again. You can do much, much better with a hot chicken sandwich than this. I wouldn't even call it a hot chicken sandwich, it's just a normal chicken sandwich in my eyes. These weren't great. Tuna Poke Bowl (not pictured) used the same poke that was in the baos (of course) but there oddly wasn't a lot of tuna in the bowl, despite it being a much more expensive item. I wouldn't get this again mainly because it's not a good value vs. the tuna poke baos or any poke bowl establishment. We had two orders of fries for our table and one of them was piping hot while the other was cold. Not a huge fan of that happening, but the hot fries were super! Other than that, we had paloma which was about what you would expect and our server was very nice despite the large price disparity (which we didn't point out because we just wanted to take off). ”