David Beard's Catfish King
David Beard's Catfish King is a seafood restaurant in Livingston that specializes in fried catfish and fresh fish dishes. The establishment features a salad bar with multiple side options and maintains clean, well-kept dining areas where staff work to keep guests comfortable.
The restaurant was founded in 1968 and has grown steadily over the decades. It is now part of a larger restaurant group operating similar establishments across multiple states.
The name reflects the founder's story and legacy in the community. This spot serves as a gathering place where locals stop by regularly to share meals and catch up with people they know.
The restaurant features a drive-thru window for quick service and offers both dine-in and take-out options. Convenient parking is available near the entrance with accessible spaces for those with mobility needs, and hours run through most of the week until around 9 pm.
The restaurant is known for its hushpuppies, which many visitors praise for their taste and quality as a standout side dish. Some customers note that the variety of side options from the salad bar and other selections allows you to build a complete meal without ordering a main entree.
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