Shrimp Cocktail

In the mid 20th century, shrimp cocktail was considered a soigné hors d’oeuvre. As America’s food savvy grew, it became passe, but it now frequently appears on deluxe menus as a retro classic. It’s simple, really: just cooked, shelled shrimp arranged with some cocktail sauce. Quality shrimp are imperative; sauce matters too. Made of ketchup and horseradish, it varies from sweet to nose-tickling hot. Some Mexican restaurants riff on the idea by piling shrimp into a glass along with zesty sauce and pieces of avocado.

Restaurants With This Dish

French Market Grille

AUGUSTA, GA

Gumbo Shop

NEW ORLEANS, LA

Tequila’s Mexican Grill and Bar

AIKEN, SOUTH CAROLINA

Mexican combo plate: taco, rice, enchilada ... quality Mexican food
Guanajuato | Quality Mexican Food Priced Right

NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA

Hitching Post

CASMALIA, CA

Po Boys Creole & Fresh Catch

MILTON, DE

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