Fly Seafood Market just celebrated a lively grand opening in Atlanta, and the team is already thanking the crowd that showed up.

That spot is the original Fly Seafood location, the one that built a following by serving oversized Cajun- and Creole-style seafood boils out of an Exxon gas station.

Fly Seafood Market Grand Opening: What To Know

The formula is simple and loud: snow crab clusters, shrimp, lobster tails, turkey necks, mussels, salmon, and more, typically piled with corn, potatoes, broccoli, garlic egg, butter, and the house “crack” seasoning.

Noodles are a popular add-on. Signature plates include the 3K Plate (snow crab, lobster tail, and half-pound of shrimp) and the turkey neck plate.

The grand-opening energy fits the brand. Hot 107.9 promoted the event with live DJ sets, first-10-eat-free and next-10-get-30%-off deals, and a call for people to pull up for crab boils. Comments on the reel were full of congratulations, pride, and requests for more locations—especially closer to McDonough. Regulars already call out the turkey necks as some of the best in the city.

Fly Seafood is no longer a one-stop operation. Besides the Atlanta gas-station original, there are locations in Kennesaw (465 Ernest W. Barrett Parkway NW) and Decatur (4845 Flat Shoals Parkway). Hours vary by store; the Atlanta spot is commonly listed around 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays, with later hours some nights at the other locations. Takeout and delivery are available through platforms like Toast and DoorDash.

Where Is Fly Seafood?

The restaurant is located at 1152 Michael Langford Drive (also given as 1152 Pryor Road SW), Atlanta, GA 30315.

The appeal is the combination of generous portions, heavy seasoning, and an unexpected setting. People drive in from other states for the plates; locals treat it as a destination even though it sits inside or beside a gas station. The new-opening reel is less a formal announcement than a victory lap: the crowd came, the hosts showed up, and the team is already talking about the next chapter.

If you’re heading over, go for a loaded plate, expect a line on busy days, and order in person if you want the full experience. The address is 1152 Pryor Road SW / Michael Langford Drive, Atlanta. Check current hours before you go.

Atlanta has a thriving cultural, food, sports and music scene, with venues like the Tabernacle and the Fox Theatre hosting concerts and shows throughout the year. The city is also home to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and the Atlanta Opera, offering world-class performances for music lovers.

Atlanta has a lot of cool things to do and places to eat, including some of the top soul food joints and remarkable Thai food spots. Explore the city.

Here are more articles from AtlantaFi.com you might like: