Jourdan River Steamer

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#2 of 11 Restaurants in KilnAmerican, Seafood, $$ - $$$

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Jourdan River Steamer

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Destination location on the banks of the Beautiful Jourdan River in Kiln MS, We Source and serve the finest Seafood and Prime CAB Steaks. Item Like live Maine lobster,Giant King Crab, fresh fish from our local fishermen, We are very proud of our food and treat it with love, USA Wild Caught ! Fine food with casual atmosphere. Our guest are served with a very mature and professional staff. We will Spoil you, Guaranteed

Features

CUISINES

American, Seafood, Soups

Meal types

Dinner

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options

FEATURES

Accepts Credit Cards

Beach

Free off-street parking

Free Wifi

Full Bar

Gift Cards Available

Highchairs Available

Non-smoking restaurants

Outdoor Seating

Parking Available

Playgrounds

Reservations

Seating

Serves Alcohol

Street Parking

Table Service

Takeout

Television

Waterfront

Wheelchair Accessible

Wine and Beer

Location

15152 Highway 603, Kiln, MS 39556-8158

Free off-street parking, Parking Available, Street Parking

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• Opens at 5:00 PM

Sunday

4:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thursday

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Friday

5:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Saturday

4:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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Tom W.

Gulfport278 contributions

Fantastic restaurant!

May 2024 • couples

First time here (and not the last!) for dinner to celebrate the 32nd Anniversary of our blind date. This place is special - the views, the fantastic staff, the cocktails and certainly the food! Dylan took such good care of us, shelling our lobster and crab legs made eating so much easier. We had the Black Pearl combo which was 1 lb royal red shrimp, i lb King crab, 1 lb Dunganess crab and 1 1/2 lb lobster, along with corn on the cob and new potatoes. We left stuffed! Wine prices are not bad at all. The food is on the high side but for the quality and quantity it's worth it! The manager checked on us twice - nice man! Next time we're going for the red snapper which two people at the table next to us had and looked so good!

Written May 29, 2024

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Barbara M

Manitowoc170 contributions

Amazing

Feb 2024 • couples

Jourdan River Steamer omg this place was awesome! Daniel our sever Convinced us to get the hot crab dip as we are from Wisconsin and it is cheesy, and it is definitely Cheesehead approved by us. Before dinner drinks were delicious. I ordered the royal reds and snow crab and my husband had the crab pasta both of which were amazing. I’ve had Royal Reds before at another place a couple years back, and would never order them again because they were mushy and not good. These were amazing, the service was amazing. There is an elevator for people who walk with canes like we do, and they were very gracious about finding us comfortable chairs for our old bones, we will definitely go back here again. It is a little on the pricey side but I don’t mind paying more for something that’s good and this was definitely good and amazing!

Written February 17, 2024

Chris S

Mississippi Gulf Coast57 contributions

The Ruth's Chris of Seafood!

Oct 2023 • family

Each time we dine at Jourdan River, it is a unique and enjoyable experience. Shannon, our server, was incredibly knowledgeable and engaged with us, educating us on some of the chef's innovative dishes and wonderful nuances. His service was impeccable throughout the meal and he clearly enjoys his work and the people he works with. An awesome meal served by an awesome team. from the charbroiled oysters to the mushroom soup to the Poseidon's tray and King Crab legs, nothing was a disappointment. Clearly, we'll be back!

Written October 6, 2023

Sandysisland

Portage254 contributions

Good service is always key.

Aug 2024 • couples

Do yourself a favor, make a reservation. This place is popular and crowded. We did have one and were seated at a high top in the bar. No views. Food was good but pricey. I understand it is seafood and all that entails but again, it was pricey. It seemed like the place to be though for any celebration. It is off the Jourdan river in Kiln. Easy to find. Our server was probably the worst part of this experiencr because she had been irritated by another table and it morphed/affected our table as well. I don't remember her name and I certainly am understanding but it left a bad taste. Reason #1 why it took me a while to review. We will come back once we live there in a year but service in seafood restaurants is fast paced, demanding, high dollar spending, and the people who dine there deserve decent service. Again, we'll come back but service is always key.

Written December 5, 2024

Discover41204606442

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Simply the best!

Mar 2023 • couples

The Steamer is simply the best in all categories! Location on the river with ample parking and you are able to drive under the building and let the ladies out if it is raining. You can also park your boat at their dock if coming off the water to eat. There is an elevator for those that may have issues with stairs. Inside you enter the wonderful decor and atmosphere. Reservations are required here due to popularity so you are generally seated immediately or at worse within a few minutes. The waiters are all top notch and have all the specials memorized. All specials are always fabulous. Everything on the entire menu top shelf. The chef and crew are top flight. The owner, if there will usually visit each table in a friend unobtrusive manner to check on you. I have eaten and most of the best resteraunts in New Orleans and on the coast and many fine establishments worldwide. The Steamer is my favorite and NEVER disappoints.

Written March 22, 2023

Chris S

Gulfport117 contributions

Impeccable quality and service

Aug 2023 • family

I want to share that not only is the food exceptional at this restaurant, but the service is impeccable from start to finish. Not only does the management care about the customer experience but the staff who serve the customers take everything very personally. Our family enjoyed ourselves with the Poseidon, and could not have been more pleased with the way all of the entrées were prepared and delivered. I would highly recommend going here again for not only the food, but definitely for the great service.

Written August 19, 2023

darrel d

1 contribution

Overrated.

Feb 2022 • couples

The service was great. Drinks were nice and strong:) Our meals were OK but not up to the quality that you would expect for the $$$$ we spent. A $68 dollar steak should taste better than a $25 cafe steak. It wasn’t anything special. The wife had Alaska king crab and some crabmeat and caviar salad dish. She also said it was good but not great. They we’re out of oysters:( You can find better restaurants for a lot less and no need for a long drive.

Written February 9, 2022

Experience813705

Our Steaks are CAB Prime, nothing special just in the top 4% of all beef. ot sure what a Cafe Steak is, But if you want something seasoned heavy, please just ask us, and if the Steak was not to your satisfaction please tell us and we will investigate every piece of meat we cut from that particular loin., if you hear that we were out of something such as oysters, that would mean the oysters were not perfect, we won’t sell anything that is second rate and push it on our guest even though they should not be served., Plus the oyster industry is in a major disarray, as acquiring seafood is no easy task at the moment. So it’s more than likely we had oysters, we were just not feeling proud enough to serve them to our guest. I hope you understand that we are all about quality.. fresh crab meat and caviar is very special to us, and it is definitely not seasoned, there is salt and pepper on the table if you would like to put that on top of fresh crab meat and caviar that would be your choice but the majority of people would never want that as they are going for the pure taste. Not sure what to say about your long drive, all I can say is we serve the finest of foods and don’t take shortcuts. Also we are a family owned and operated restaurant, if there’s anything you’re not satisfied with, please speak to us immediately that’s what we are therefore. We provide the true definition of service to all of our guest. And we do care.

Written March 15, 2022

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Angela E

1 contribution

We will not return

Jul 2024 • family

Let me start with the fact that we love this place typically. We have never had bad service until this evening, and it was BAD. We had a party of 11, and we spent over $500. The tip was 20% and automatically included and not deserved. The experience started with my sister trying to walk into the bar area to order drinks before we are seated as we have done so many times before. She was told they are serving tables first and that she could not come into the bar area. The interaction was rather rude. Then we get seated and a young man with brown hair is our server. He spilled my wine on my sister, and then brought me a heavy pour (after we were done eating) to “make up for the amount of time we waited for it” and then charged me for it. Then he made himself scarce. Maybe he was overbooked- I have no idea. All I know is that we had this reservation booked for several days and looked forward to it. We did not get drink refills, and it was my sister’s birthday and did not get the birthday recognition they normally do. Never again. We will not be back. They seemed to be in a hurry for us to leave.

Written July 7, 2024

Hortman55

Hammond211 contributions

Excellent place for steamed crabs and Lobster

Jul 2022 • none

Beautiful appointed restaurant right on the Jordan river. We were seated with an excellent view of the water. Everything was delicious. Starting off with lumpcrab meat with brie, the crab lumps were very visible and were surrounded by a melted brie cheese dip. The dungess crabs were wonderful as well as the Royal Red Shrimp. There is many vairiations of how you can choose to have your seafood by asking for Dungess Crab, Snow Crab or King crab, how many bundles you want and if you would like to pair it with Royal Red Shrimp. Although we didn't have lobster, it is available. Each platter is served with boiled potato and corn on the cob.After eating, your waiter will bring you a bowl with lemon and hot water to wash your hands. This is really the best place to eat if you are a crab lover. Price for 4 was $350 so not that cheap but well worth the money.

Written July 18, 2022

FNW53

72 contributions

Another great dining experience at the Jordan River Steamer

May 2022 • friends

Once again the Jordan River Steamer has lived up to its fine reputation and provided a delightful dining experience. Mother’s Day, probably one of the busiest days of the year and we were given the professional attention by Shannon that one would expect at a higher caliber establishment. Pleasantly impressed by his service. The menu was superb, we enjoyed one of the day’s specials, Trout Almondine which was delicious. I tried the aged Ribeye, cooked to perfection and the taste was sublime. My wife enjoyed the Filet that melted in her mouth. We started with three appetizers, Smoked Tuna, I believe it is the best I have tried on the entire Mississippi Gulf Coast, Shrimp cocktail, topped with Crab and Caviar, mouth watering and also we tried the Oysters, baked with Hollandaise and Caviar. A unique way to serve baked oysters. Our cocktails were perfect as well. Shannon made sure that all of our needs were met, what a delight!

Written May 8, 2022

bigzanc

Arabi279 contributions

Overall Great Experience!

Jul 2021 • couples

Jourdan River Steamer is located on a very scenic bend in the river with indoor and outdoor dining areas . Outdoor areas are cooled by ceiling fans and heated by gas fired overhead heaters when needed. Reservations are required but we’re no problem to get. Upon arrival we were greeted and brought to our table , an outdoor deck area - very nice, very clean. The menu is abundant ! We made our choices and within minutes our food arrived . Mine the Lobster Kadobster, Hera a combo plate, both presented very luxuriously. Portions were adequate but not on the large side. Tasty but not a “ oh wow, this is good “ taste. Service was EXCELLENT at JRS. Our server Dawn was the perfect server, explaining the dishes prior to ordering and took great care of us the whole time. Other staff also checked in on us during our meal. A very nice touch. Desserts were both great - Creme Brûlée and Chocolate Mousse Cake, Overall location 10, service 10 , food 7. Total experience was great and we will recommend JRS to everyone.

Written July 26, 2021

Dennis G

Mandeville54 contributions

Can't ask for more!

Jul 2021 • couples

Found out about this place from a friend. 45 min drive for us... we like shell fish, it was my bday, lets go. Nice location, and we had a table overlooking the river. Quit relaxing. My wife had a watermelon Mojo, mine adirth martini... both excellent. Started with the char broiled oysters topped with hollandaise and cavier... ask for extra bread ro sop up the sauce. Got the black pearl platter. All boiled, shrimp, Dungeness crab. Whole lobster, King Crab.. It us a cant miss.

Written July 18, 2021

Hank Plauche III

Wow thank you so much for taking your time and giving us such an excellent review were so happy you were spoiled by our food and stuff, that’s what we live for

Written July 25, 2021

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Chasing49

Wesson17 contributions

Perfect trifecta!! View, Staff and food, perfect.

Jun 2021 • couples

Happened across the steamer by chance and so glad we did. The restaurant is really nice and the staff is phenomenal oh yeah and the food is better than the prior two mentioned. Our water was awesome, he knew the specials and drinks of the night backwards and forwards. He was very personable and told us he had worked there for a long time and it wasn’t because he had to but because of the restaurant its-self. He then explained when and where they get their seafood from and how fresh it was. I was really impressed by the knowledge of our waiter. I alway like to know when and where our food comes from. Being in the coast you’d think all seafood would be local but that’s not always the case. We started off with the hot crab dip, it was really really good. Will get it again for sure My wife got the Dungeness crab and Royal red combo and she loved it. The seasoning was spot on and the reds were huge. I got one of the nights specials Tuna steak on top of some greens and wasabi mashed potatoes. The tuna was seared and seasoned perfectly and the potatoes were so good. It all paired perfectly together. To finish the meal off we had the cream brûlée, it was excellent as well During the meal we had multiple servers making sure we as well as our neighboring tables were good. We had the chef come through making sure we were happy with our meal and I believe the owner came though as well checking on everyone. You don’t get that in many places any more. More should do this. It was a really nice dinner. And a place we will be going back to. There are so many things on their menu that I want to try.

Written June 21, 2021

Hank Plauche III

We are so happy you were spoiled by our food and staff, thank you so much

Written June 30, 2021

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Faroe59

Blanco100 contributions

Great Food, Ambiance & Service!

Mar 2020 • none

Perfectly seasoned gumbo, creamy shrimp & spinach soup, crisp and cold house salad with artichoke parmesan dressing, sweet Royal Reds, exceptionally flavorful potatoes, and.... do not miss the bread pudding w. a kiss of Jack Daniels. Great iced tea too. I have a feeling I could eat anything on the menu and be very happy. Great ambiance, especially lighting and music choice. Excellent service. Suggestion to management: staff may want to wait to vacuum floor until closing time?

Written March 10, 2020

Experience813705

Only the best for you ! only the best for you

Written February 7, 2021

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Donna J

Lake County7 contributions

Jordan River Steamer

Feb 2020 • none

Had a large party, staff was wonderful, didn't have to wait long in between courses or refills of drinks. Large portions of food. Had the Rib Eye and added in the Snow Crab. Sides were steamed broccoli and cauliflower along with fried sliced potatoes and onions. The crab was delicious. The rib eye was ordered medium rare but came medium and a bit tough. The potatoes were a bit over done also. All the food had great taste, not worth complaining about. Chocolate mouse was very good.

Written March 7, 2020

Experience813705

Thank you

Written February 7, 2021

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.