A gem I always go to on the way to the beaches. Great food, great staff, cozy atmosphere, great…read moredrinks, and it's great for families and solos alike. I just wish this pub was in my local town, because I would be there regularly.

Food is phenomenal and doesn't take too long to get served. Only issue is there isn't enough space…read morefor dining in. Everyone tends to be super friendly and welcoming!

I really wanted to enjoy my experience at Rude BBQ because the atmosphere and service made a great…read morefirst impression. The ambiance captures the feel of a true smokehouse, and the aroma throughout the restaurant was incredibly inviting, which had me looking forward to the meal. The staff were outstanding, they were friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout my visit. Their hospitality was easily the highlight of the experience. Unfortunately, the food did not live up to the expectations set by the atmosphere. The brisket nachos lacked flavor, as the brisket was dry rather than tender, juicy, and well-seasoned. The cheese sauce on the nachos was also quite bland and didn't add much depth to the dish. The mac and cheese was another disappointment, with very little seasoning or cheese flavor. It had more of a stovetop-style texture and taste, whereas a richer, baked version perhaps with Gouda or a blend of flavorful cheeses, would have complemented the barbecue much better. Overall, while the excellent customer service and authentic smokehouse ambiance made for a pleasant visit, the food quality and flavor fell short of expectations. I hope the kitchen revisits some of these menu items because the restaurant has a strong foundation and plenty of potential.

If you're anywhere near Easton and craving legit BBQ, Rude BBQ absolutely delivers…read more I went with the BBQ sampler platter, which is the move if it's your first time. The brisket was tender with a solid smoke ring, the ribs had that perfect pull-off-the-bone bite, and the sausage brought the right amount of snap and seasoning. Every protein held its own -- no filler, no shortcuts. The sides were just as strong. Creamy mac & cheese, classic potato salad, and crispy onion rings that didn't feel greasy or heavy. Everything came out hot, fresh, and clearly made with intention. To top it off, I grabbed a spiked coffee, which somehow worked incredibly well with the BBQ -- bold, smooth, and a fun twist you don't see everywhere. Note: Not a lot of room to sit so don't bring a big party (6plus) to dine in.

For some reason, I think of a bistro when I think of Frix's Fire Grille, but it's more than that…read more They have a great variety of "chef-style" food that is prepared very well, and you can tell that care is put into their work. Their drink selection is much better than several of the comparable local restaurants, and their prices are reasonable. Finally, their service is always excellent, with polite hostesses and servers. I'd recommend Frix's Fire Grill to anyone looking for a good dining out experience.

Our second visit here, and the food is fantastic, and the service is friendly…read more It's in a strip mall, but Frid's is a hidden gem.

I had a very uncomfortable experience at Fat Daddy's Barbecue today, and I feel obligated to share…read moreit so no one else gets hurt the way I did. While sitting on one of the wooden bench seats and placing my order with my husband, I suddenly felt something stab into the back of my left thigh. The pain was immediate and intense. When I reached back, I realized a piece of the bench had broken off and gone inside my skin. I was wearing a dress, so I jumped up in a panic trying to get it out. My husband couldn't see it at first because it was embedded inside my leg. After several attempts, we finally managed to pull it out -- and the piece of wood had blood on it. I now have a painful welt on my thigh, and as a diabetic, this kind of injury is especially concerning because of the risk of infection. I'm also concerned about what germs or bacteria were in that wood. I showed the piece of the bench to the waitress (it was her first day, and she clearly didn't know what to do), and I asked her to let the manager know because I didn't want anyone else to experience this. No one came to check on me. No one asked if I was okay. My husband eventually had to ask for our food to-go because I was so shaken and miserable I couldn't even stay to eat. When I went to the counter and asked for the manager myself, she came out and gave a very dismissive "I'm sorry about that, I'll check it out." I followed her to show her the bench, and her response was, "Yeah, I see. I'll just have them turn the bench to the other side." That was it. No concern, no incident report, no offer to help, no acknowledgment of how serious this was -- after we spent $88 on our meals. This experience completely ruined my day, left me injured, and left me extremely disappointed in the lack of care or responsibility shown by management. I truly hope they fix this issue before someone else gets hurt.

Fat Daddy's BBQ My wife and I drive past this place all the…read moretime on our way to my mom's house. Usually it's later in the evening when they're already closed, or it's Monday-Wednesday when they're not open when we're heading back home. This time it was around 7:00, we were driving by, and I thought, "Let's stop in and grab some dinner and try something new." The first thing we noticed getting out of the car was the smell outside, which honestly wasn't very pleasant. Across the street there are several chicken barns, so I'm assuming that may have been part of it. When we walked in, we were greeted right away and told to sit wherever we liked. Inside is very nicely decorated. There's a counter with a few seats, several two- and four-top tables, and through a small hallway there are larger tables that I'm guessing become communal seating when it gets busy. Our server, Jaylin, came over quickly to take our drink order. He explained the beer options and mentioned they had homemade lemonade and sweet tea. My wife asked for unsweet tea but they only offer sweet tea, so she ended up getting water. I ordered the sweet tea and they definitely weren't kidding -- it's sweet! For dinner we ordered the three-meat plate with brisket and pit beef, along with collard greens and coleslaw. The food came out looking good, and I actually took a picture, but of course now I can't find it on my phone. The one disappointing thing was the brisket presentation. Instead of sliced brisket, it came out looking more like a pile of shredded beef. The meat itself was tender and flavorful, and some pieces had a nice bark on them. The pit beef was also tender and served warm, although I was expecting more traditional sliced beef. The collard greens were very good. I asked for some cider vinegar for them and was initially told they didn't have any. A few minutes later, a gentleman walked by and asked how everything was. I mentioned the vinegar situation and he immediately said they had gallons of it and brought some over, which I appreciated. The coleslaw just wasn't my style. I prefer shredded cabbage slaw, while theirs was chopped. It wasn't bad -- we still finished it -- just not my personal preference. I noticed another table got cornbread that looked really good, so I ordered a piece. Unfortunately, that was another small disappointment. It looked good on the outside, but once I cut into it, it was very dense and seemed to be mostly cornmeal without any actual corn in it. After taking a bite, it also seemed like it may have been microwaved because the inside had a rubbery texture. Overall, the meats were good and the sides were solid. One thing to note: make sure you read the ENTIRE menu carefully. There is a $5 upcharge for double meat. Yes, it's printed in red, but I completely overlooked it. Personally, I don't think the extra meat was worth the additional charge, and had I noticed it beforehand I probably would have ordered something different. It would have been nice if the server had casually mentioned the upcharge when ordering. Honestly, he probably would have gotten a better tip. They also offer homemade desserts, which I'll definitely try next time. Another table ordered the bread pudding and it looked amazing. One last thing: I understand we were there close to closing time, but while we were still eating, Jaylin started sweeping the rugs at the entrance inside the restaurant and rolling them up. That's probably something that should either be done outside or after the last customers leave. Overall, we enjoyed our visit and definitely look forward to stopping in again whenever we come through while they're open.

Got the pear salad. Preparer asked me if I want the dressing on it or on the side. I made the wrong…read morechoice. Got back to my office and it was inedible. Soaked in so much dressing! In addition, the pieces of pear were so large they took over the whole salad instead of being an add on. Bread was good. Overall not worth the $25 I just spent on lunch.

I tried the watermelon salad, and it was amazing! The flavors and textures blended wonderfully,…read moreand the ingredients were so fresh. Can't wait to try more of the menu!

Great food with a variety of choices.Daily specials. Dine in or call your order in.Great service…read moreand friendly atmosphere.

Large menu, nice food selection and it was good. Will add in out places to go. Specials and seems…read moreto do A good take out business

This cute roadside truck undoubtedly serves the finest pit beef, pit turkey, and pit ham, with…read moreexceptionally flavorful meat that is both tender and generously portioned. The accompanying sides, specifically the baked beans and potato salad, were also of outstanding quality. Additionally, we acquired some farm-fresh potatoes from the onsite stand, which added to the overall positive experience. Given the superior freshness and flavor of the products, the prices are quite reasonable. The staff's friendly demeanor further enhanced our experience. Although we did not sample them, they also offer chicken, ribs, and pulled pork, which based on the quality of the pit meats, appear to be equally delectable. Support local business! For the price we paid it's less expensive than any fast food restaurant in the area. It's off of Rte 404 on Starr Road (Rte 309) 10 minutes from Denton.

Love this place! They have the best pit beef and bbq around! My family loves their food!read more

Service at the Mermaid Bar is always fantastic. Bar seating, booth or tables…read more Food always spot on and fantastic. Gorgonzola Cheese Skins are our go to starter. So good. Soft Crab Tacos , these were truly amazing. Great choice and super delicious. Scrumptious Scallops, also were excellent. Blue Fin Tuna was very good, rare and great flavor. Maryland Crab Saute was a good dish as well. Lots of crab. Coconut Cream Pie, was just ok.

Definitely time to update my review. Wowww it's been awhile since my last visit…read more We were in the area and I was in the mood for seafood. Took a drive across the Chesapeake bridge and it was worth it. I ordered the broiled seafood platter. It was amazing... came with two sides. I chosed potato chips and green beans with bacon and onions. Everything was delicious but my seafood platter was the BEST!! My husband ordered the scallops which also came with two sides. One being the stewed tomatoes, as well asparagus. My husband said he enjoyed it all. They even gave us some good rolls to go. Service was prompt. Ordered online and was ready as promised. I would definitely be returning again whenever in the area.