Dine-In Service
Full-service restaurant experience with attentive waitstaff and welcoming atmosphere.
- Knowledgeable servers like KeKe and Nene
- Owner greets guests personally
- Comfortable seating with good music
At a Glance
Spanky's Chicken and Sea is a beloved Decatur establishment specializing in Southern comfort food and seafood with standout dishes like seasoned catfish, tender rib tips, and acclaimed gumbo. Customers consistently praise the fresh, well-seasoned food and friendly service, though some note occasional inconsistencies with special orders and mixed reviews on certain sides.
- Flavorful, well-seasoned dishes
- Friendly, welcoming staff
- Fresh food served hot
- Great catfish and gumbo
Why Customers Choose SPANKY'S CHICKEN AND SEA
Based on 968 customer reviews
- Authentic Southern recipes with fresh seafood
- Knowledgeable servers who know the menu inside out
- Consistently crispy and well-seasoned fried chicken
- Signature mango peach lemonade and craft beverages
- Owner-operated with personal attention to guests
- Tender, meaty rib tips cooked to perfection
Location & Local Context
Address: 2504 Candler Rd, Decatur, GA 30032, USA
Phone: (470) 823-3063
Hours: Friday 11:00 AM – 4:00 AM, Monday 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM, Sunday 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM, Tuesday 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM, Saturday 11:00 AM – 3:00 AM, Thursday 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM, Wednesday 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Parking: Free parking lot available
Peak times: Friday-Saturday evenings 6-9pm, Sunday lunch 12-3pm
Nearby neighborhoods: Oakhurst, Winnona Park, Glennwood Estates
Nearby landmarks: Near Downtown Decatur Square, Close to Agnes Scott College, 5 minutes from MARTA Decatur Station
Services & Offerings
Signature Chicken Dishes
Fresh fried chicken prepared daily with traditional Southern seasoning.
- Party wings available
- Chicken breast sandwiches
- Crispy, well-seasoned preparation
Fresh Seafood Selection
Daily fresh fish and seafood prepared with authentic Southern flavors.
- Top-tier seasoned catfish
- Fresh gumbo made daily
- Crispy fish preparation
Southern Sides & Beverages
Traditional sides and specialty drinks to complement your meal.
- Mac and cheese
- Sweet potatoes
- Signature mango peach lemonade
Customer Reviews
⭐ 3.5 out of 5
968 total reviews
Most Frequently Mentioned
- Well-seasoned food (156 mentions)
- Friendly service (142 mentions)
- Fresh, hot food (118 mentions)
- Great catfish (89 mentions)
Rating steady at 3.5 stars with consistent praise for food quality and service. 23 new reviews this month.
★★★★★
“The ladies greeted me with a smile and made me feel so welcomed! I had the gumbo it was flavorful and well seasoned, and that mango peach lemonade was top tier! I’ll be back.”
— Amelia Taylor★★★★★
“My friend and I visited this place. She's been numerous times, but this was my first visit. I was very indecisive on what to order but the waitress suggested a couple of entrees but I kept it simple and chose fried party wings with mac and cheese and sweet potatoes. The food was fresh, and was serviced in a nicely time manner. The mac and cheese was great, but the sweet potatoes wasn't good at all. Despite that I'll definitely give them an another visit. The waitress was very polite and patience.”
— Zipporah Ragland★★★★★
“Came in for lunch. The food was great and came out fast. The fish was well seasoned and crispy. The rib tips were tender and meaty. And the sides were fresh and hot! The owner greeted us with a smile and our server Nene was attentive and efficient! I plan to bring my family back!”
— Angela Green★★★★★
“Food, music, and service were great! I wasn’t a fan of the Mac and cheese but everything else was good. Turkey ribs and turkey leg were flavorful and tender. The catfish was top tier! Our server KeKe showed us a good time and gave us great service. She was very knowledgeable and knew the menu. Overall good experience and I will definitely be back.”
— Kiianna ToddFrequently Asked Questions
Our catfish, gumbo, fried chicken wings, and tender rib tips are customer favorites, all prepared fresh daily.
Yes, we can modify most dishes and our staff is knowledgeable about ingredients and preparation methods.
Our gumbo is made fresh daily with authentic Southern seasonings and has been consistently praised by customers for its rich flavor.
Yes, we have a full bar with beer, wine, and cocktails, plus our signature mango peach lemonade.
Yes, we have convenient parking available for our guests near our Decatur location.
Business Activity
Status: Open now
Peak hours: Friday-Saturday 6-9pm
Fresh preparation: Daily gumbo and seafood
Popular this month: Catfish, Gumbo, Mango Peach Lemonade
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Online Visibility Score: Excellent
How easily local customers can find and choose this business online.
Reviews & Reputation28/35
Online Presence33/33
Business Completeness17/17
Engagement5/15
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