This Place in Guntersville Offers the Best Lakeside Seafood Experience

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Guntersville's Wintzell's Oyster House is well-known for its Southern charm and selection of fresh seafood. The restaurant is especially well-known for its assortment of oyster dishes, which include fried, raw, and Rockefeller-style. A variety of seafood platters are available on the menu as well; the best options are the crab claws, shrimp, and scallops. The recipes make for a filling and hearty supper when paired with classic sides like coleslaw, baked potatoes, and hush puppies. The restaurant's lakefront view is a popular feature that enhances the whole dining experience.

Popular Dishes:

• Fried Crab Claws
• Triggerfish
• Crab Legs
• Scallops
• Shrimp and Grits
• Oyster Rockefeller
• Seafood Boil
• Mahi Mahi with Crawfish Sauce

Detailed Dish: Seafood Boil

The Seafood Boil is one of Wintzell's best dishes. This dish consists of a mixture of mussels, crab legs, and shrimp that have all been perfectly boiled and seasoned with Old Bay. For those who enjoy seafood, it's a feast that comes with potatoes and corn on the cob. Generally, the cost varies from $28 to $35 based on the size of the piece and extras. For a genuinely Southern culinary delight, it's best eaten on the restaurant's lakefront porch and is a favorite choice for visitors seeking a rich, hearty seafood experience.