We stopped to dine at Bluestone once again on our way up 83 N…read more They offer a Sunday special, which is a three course option. You can choose any soup or greens, an entrée, and then dessert. It was very tempting, however, we were only ordering for lunch. To start they gave us a warm, crusty rolls, which were yummy. Hubby enjoyed a bowl of Maryland crab soup and the shrimp salad wrap, and I had a chicken and avocado salad, which was fresh, delicious, and enormous. I took half of it home for lunch tomorrow! Cage was a great server. Both personable and attentive. This is a large, clean restaurant with a nice clean bathroom as well as a full bar. Lots of private spaces for a larger party as well. Employees were all very friendly. Definitely not our last time here!

Sunday 5pm Fathers Day…read more Server : Jake We were on our way to Hampden for ice cream but missed our exit and landed in Timonium. The first place that came to mind was Bluestone. It was busy because of the holiday but Bluestone has a lot of seating. I asked the 3 girls at the front for a table with good lighting. The hostess didn't hesitate and we were seated immediately. There was a Fathers Day special of 2 separate entrees . Our Server Jake told us the Steak was sold out . That's pretty good for them. Sounds like I should try the steak another day if they have it. I wanted a small plate and Jake gave me 3 recommendations: BANG bang shrimp, mini crab cakes, & Crab Spinach dip. I ordered the Bang Bang Shrimp and the beet salad. This was another "live in the moment" dinner for me. I am deciding to be more deliberate about enjoying my food and not taking as many pics. Everyone on Yelp has the same pics of the same food. The beet salad was so good. Very appealing plate. The Bang Bang Shrimp were swimming in sauce but still tasty. I really wanted to try a new red wine Jake recommendations were : JEZEBEL & Alta Pavina. I chose the Alta Pavina (a high alcohol content you may only need 1). I wasn't feeling like a Jezebel on Sunday and decided to wait for a Friday night for that red wine.

(June 2026) My wife…read moreand I have been watching YouTube videos of the best crab cakes in Maryland. Pappas in Cockeysville came up in a couple of influencers' lists, so we made the 1 1/2 hour drive north to experience it for ourselves. We arrived at 11:30 on a Sunday morning and chose to sit on the restaurant side (versus the sports bar side). Our meal started with soft rolls right out of the oven and vinegar-y cucumbers. My wife had some them while I passed on them for I don't like cucumbers. Obviously, we later ordered the single crab cake entree with two sides ($33.99). I chose the fries and the up-charge for a Caesar salad while my wife picked the coleslaw and mashed potatoes. The crab cakes did not disappoint! Even though it was a hot day outside, they kept the restaurant very cold. After we ate, I didn't notice it as much because I was so full. A final note is the lunch crowd started coming in around 12:15pm.

Definitely fits the old time vibe with its traditional ( yet taken care of ) layout, furnishings,…read moreplus located in a strip mall that has seen better days. Locales and visitors enjoying a Monday dinner - crab cakes or pasta seemed to be popular. The latter may be attributed to the $2 pasta discount on Mondays. The quintessential basket on the table of stale cracker packets and tiny plastic containers of butter probably sitting out 24/7. Meh- why "Oprah" would order her crab cakes from here when the crab is not from Maryland, right? Once I heard that news from the waiter ( I asked, it was not volunteered) I opted for the local soft shell crab special. ( despite it not being season, I should have known better. It was a puny crab with hardly any meat and it was not properly cleaned either. Sides of overcooked brocolli and asparagus. Baked potatoes looked liked yesterday's overcooked option. My colleagues enjoyed the crab cakes which were large portions- should be for $40+ each. Service was friendly, food took too long- it was a long wait for mediocre overpriced food.

I had fried oysters. There hasn't been any place in Maryland that made them this way. They usually…read moreuse bread crumbs and i almost was giving up. This was like eating fried clams in New England. Finally! Now I wonder why places down here don't offer fried clams.My wife liked her grilled shrim. the service was excellent and the setting was very comfortable. And very reasonable prices. We will definitely return. The only improvement would be the French fries to get them crispier.

We were meeting family for dinner at Ryleigh's. We asked for a quiet table and were seated in a…read moreperfect spot. Paige, our server, was a delight. She took excellent care of us. We started off with 2 bowls of Oyster Stew that were loaded with poached oysters, butter, cream, shallots, and sherry. My husband and I each had their shrimp salad signature house roll served with hand cut fries and a pickle. My sister and her husband are big oyster fans, so they started with an enormous platter of oysters. They had 1/2 dozen Walrus & Carpenter oysters from Jamestown, Maine, 1/2 dozen Norumbega oysters, and 1/2 dozen Glidden Pts oysters from Damariscotta, Maine. They were in oyster heaven. They also enjoyed the Meat Monday Roseda Farms Burger and a Harvest Salad. Needless to say, we were all very happy with our choices. Everything was delicious.

Gibby's is special Maryland Gourmet store that's part of the Baltimore scene. Excellent fresh blue…read morecrabmeat from claw to jumbo lump. They ship anywhere. Somewhat pricey but the food is fabulous !!

What a disappointment this time around at Gibby's. I called around to get steamed crabs and no one…read morehad large males, except for Gibby's. They were $65 a dozen, so I ordered a dozen and a half for a birthday party I was throwing later in the day. When I arrived to pick them up at 4 (as agreed upon) - they weren't ready yet. I left and made a beer run then returned to get my order. When I got home, I dumped them on the patio table in true Balmor fashion, threw in some hot corn and then noticed they were definitely not large males. These were smalls and mediums. And they weren't hot. Luckily, my guests are easy going and just appreciated the opportunity to enjoy some crabs and beer on a beautiful Baltimore day, but I was not so pleased. I'll admit, the experience left me a bit crabby.

Great food and good service We went for dinner and I got many back ribs that were cooked well…read morewith tasty sauce. Not the sweet barbecue in a bottle. My wife got a crab cake also cooked and seasoned great. Yes we liked going to Michael's!!

I guess we got the trifecta today. First, we were seated in…read morethe outdoor space where the heaters must've been 500 degrees. It literally felt like purgatory -couldn't stay there. Once we relocated to another table, no one came over. I had to get up out of my seat and go look for someone after at least 10 minutes plus to find out why no one came over took our drink order or anything else. Then the third thing was the soup wasn't hot. We sent it back to be heated . The place is mid if you ask me . I don't get why it's so crowded all the time, people must just be used to substandard.

I went to Ocean Pride around 5 PM on a Friday and parking was pretty easy…read more I only got the steamed crabs but they were really good, nice and meaty. The orange crush tasted like it was made with squeezed oranges. Paid $100 for a dozen males, which I know can change, but that's what it was today. They've got plenty of seating and even outdoor space. They have happy hour but you have to sit at the bar. Our server was very pleasant and our drinks came out fast. I am definitely going back.

Excellent service by Alex for our party of 5 just like the TV show. Delicious hush puppies with…read moresweet cream butter, California Crab Salad with lump crab meat and fresh greens, tasty french fries and steamed crabs. Crabs are still $10 each so pick em slow, y'all! Parking is tricky, too. If the lot is full you have to find parking.... across the street, in a nearby neighborhood? If you plan on having crabs it is best to call ahead with your total and make a table reservation. When you arrive they will paper your table and get you all set up for your crabfeast. Good selection of beer on tap, as well as cocktails. Nice restaurant or bar area to choose from with TVs for sports.

Captain Trey's has been getting it right for decades…read more Best crabs in the Lutherville / Timonium / Towson / Hunt Valley corridor--and they've held that standard for 30+ years, even before the move to Cockeysville. Whether it's crabs, crab soup, steamed shrimp, or crab cakes, it consistently hits the spot for lunch or dinner. Just as importantly, the service matches the product every time. Highly recommended.

I have been ordering steamed crabs from them for so many years and I strongly recommend them…read more Great prices, great service. and fantastic quality.

New TO-GO spot in Cockeysville that does not disappoint! This place has a pretty big menu but what…read morereally stands out are those chicken sandwiches. My husband and i have ordered from here twice. We've tried hot honey chicken in a waffle, honey butter chicken, cheesesteak, and the fish sandwich. Definitely order a chicken sandwich if you go here! It's a small spot that also sells lottery tickets and other convenience store items. Staff seems polite and food comes out at a decent time. Good addition to the neighborhood.

The food is wonderful and reasonably priced, it's all marvelously fresh, and the spices are a…read morecomplex but harmonious mixture. The restaurant is impeccably clean, and the service is prompt and polite.