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The Royal Scam

4.8 (686)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
72 S Royal St, Mobile, AL 36602-3204

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The Royal Scam

4.8
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Mobile

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
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.

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
  • 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.
  • Area
    Mobile
  • Cross street
    Government
  • Parking Details
    Metered street parking until 6 pm. Multiple paid/covered lots available.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Royal Scam.

4.8

4.8
(686)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Mobile

    Best Overall

  • Mobile

    Best Service

  • Mobile

    Best Value

  • Mobile

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Mobile

    Romantic

  • Mobile

    Lively

  • Mobile

    Most Booked

  • Mobile

    Best Overall

  • Mobile

    Best Food

  • Mobile

    Best Service

  • Mobile

    Best Value

  • Mobile

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Mobile

    Romantic

  • Mobile

    Lively

  • Mobile

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Royal Scam in Mobile offers an "exceptional dining experience" with "delicious food" and "excellent service" from attentive staff. Diners rave about the "French onion soup," "tuna tartare," and "award-winning gumbo." The ambiance is "intimate" and perfect for celebrations, making it a "must-visit" spot for locals and visitors alike.
686 Reviews
  1. Heather

    Alabama4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The French onion soup was the best soup I have ever had! The ambiance was great, intimate and it was a perfect late night dinner spot to stumble upon while I was in Mobile. I will definitely be back

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  2. sherri

    Alabama2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. My steak was a little over cooked but other than that it was great.

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  3. Rebecca

    Mobile3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous as always from the staff to the meal! Great way to celebrate a birthday!

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  4. Kristen

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Meals were outstanding. My husband is celiac and had several options and staff was very careful. Tuna Tartare, Chicken, and Short ribs all very good.

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  5. Gail

    Atlanta9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and excellent service. When we visit Mobile, Royal Scam is always on our dining list.

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  6. Tiffany

    Mobile1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was wonderful and delicious definitely a must try!

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  7. Paul

    Utah8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife, daughter and I had another wonderful dining experience at the Royal Scam. Isaac, Our server did a wonderful job and the food as always was excellent.

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  8. William Gold

    Alabama70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The redfish and triple tail were both delicious. The wait staff was very attentive. Great flavors with each item.

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  9. Sam

    Mobile2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brad & the manger treated us so well for our two year anniversary after having our first date there. We will be coming back regularly now! And the bar tender is top notch! Thank you Sam and Sam!

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  10. Tanya

    Mobile4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious- very nice dining experience. Filet cooked perfectly and lamb was out of this world!

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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
  • 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.
  • Area
    Mobile
  • Cross street
    Government
  • Parking Details
    Metered street parking until 6 pm. Multiple paid/covered lots available.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Saturday evenings are a great time to visit The Royal Scam, several guests report excellent Saturday-night meals, and weekends are often busy so plan ahead.

Yes, The Royal Scam is frequently recommended for date night, praised for its intimate dining room, attentive service, and standout dishes like the filet and fresh fish.

The Royal Scam often fills up, guests report it being full or packed and recommend booking ahead for weekend and holiday evenings; if you want something calmer, the courtyard out back and corner/window tables tend to be quieter.

For a calmer visit, try a Tuesday evening; weekends and holidays often bring a busier, livelier scene, so plan ahead and book if you can.

Yes, the courtyard/patio has welcomed diners with their dogs; staff have even brought water and accommodated guests dining outside with pets.

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The Royal Scam

4.8
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Mobile

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 8 times today
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