Coconut Joe's -- 5 Stars Because Nikki Ran the Bar Like Mission Control…read more Walked into Coconut Joe's expecting a basic lunch, left emotionally supported, hydrated, and full of crab. Ordered a Caesar salad tossed with bacon, because if you're not putting pork in your salad, what are you even doing? Cold, crisp, dressed like it was taking headshots for its modeling portfolio. Then the cream of crab soup showed up -- thick, seasoned, real chunks of crab, not that mystery-flake stuff. It was the kind of soup that makes you stop mid-conversation and reevaluate life. Washed everything down with an orange crush, which went down so easy it should come with a seatbelt. But the real star of the whole visit was Nikki behind the bar. Let me be clear: Nikki ran that bar like NASA counting down to a launch. Full bar of people, drinks flying, food landing, and somehow she made it feel like I was the only one sitting there. Every empty glass was just a short-term inconvenience. Every ask was handled before I even finished the sentence.

After a quick trip out of D.C., on our Holiday off, we came to try a new spot that a girlfriend of…read moremine recommended. I frequent a LOT of restaurants and I treat my visits just like I treat my relationships. I know what I want, have my expectations, and know how I need be treated. It's real simple. When you know, you know, and Coconut Joe's Bar & Grill is that place! They are sticking around in my world. Ambiance is refreshing as it is located near water, where boats can dock and come in for food. It's giving Outer Banks vibes. Service, our sweet waitress was the BEST! She was pregnant and was literally the hardest worker in there! It was busy and I did have to go to the bar to get help but when I said "excuse me" I was rudely told to "hang on" by the bartender. I just walked around and got what I needed, super rude girl BUT our waitress was so nice it really made up for it. Red Flag forgiven! Let's get into it! Deviled Eggs - Really Good! Crab cake - Delicious! It's hard for me to agree to a crab cake being good, this one was it! Drinks - Great! The other half agrees, we will be back! Not quite 5 stars for me - I'm intricate when it comes to my observations, some plates were chipped, the appetizer ones specifically on our visit. A little help is needed with bussers , and cleanliness.

Old style fish house. Family owned for a lot of years and the food is always great. They are well…read moreknown for their crab cakes. Always busy and it's because of the great food.

Food is great service. Excellent to do a really good job then coming here for like 28 years for…read moremother's Day.

Stopped by Pearl for a quick lunch and grabbed a seat at the bar. It ended up being such a nice…read morelittle spot. I had the tuna tartare with blood orange and a side of Parmesan fries. The tartare was really well balanced and fresh with just the right hint of citrus. The fries were also tasty and hit the spot. Our bartender was friendly and very accommodating, which also helped make the experienced. Overall, a great quick stop and I would definitely come back.

Tiki bars are in short supply around here, so we decided to check out Pearl for an early drink on…read moreFriday evening. The hostess was helpful and explained that you can get the tiki drinks from both the Pearl and Ponche menus at the tiki bar upstairs, so that is what we did. It was 6pm and still pretty quiet. My partner ordered the caipirinha and I got the Baja blast. We both agreed that they were solid but not amazing. He also ordered a pour from their decently long rum list, which he enjoyed. I would come back if in the neighborhood to try more of their drinks.

Good Food Good Service - Our waitress was Kristin…read more She was friendly and attentive. I liked the chill ambiance as well.

I absolutely love coming to True Food Kitchen! My food was so yummy and my server Craig was…read moreamazing! He even got water for my flowers! I don't think I'll ever stop coming here.

I had crabcakes from four places during my visit to the area. The Crab Shack's were the Best by…read morefar (G&M: wasn't as lumpy in the good way, Jerry's: was good but didn't have me returning, and Full On's: Grilled Cheese Crabcake was entertainingly decadent but the crab was dry). If I were still in the area, I'd be back at The Crab Shack in a heartbeat. I don't think I've every had such huge lumps of crab so lightly coated in a delicate sauce. Amazing! and the Crabs were Heavy! So good. Look for Scott, he really took care of us :)

Update as of 4/5/2026. One of my favorite places has let me…read moredown for the last couple of orders. Prior to placing the online order, I called the location and spoke to David. I wanted to confirm that the crawfish was fresh and not frozen. I had noticed in some previous order that food didn't taste fresh. David kindly confirmed it was fresh and this was the prime time to enjoy. (David was helpful) I ordered the Fish basket that comes with fries and coleslaw. You have the option to select cat fish or rock fish (selected the rock). I also got Cajun boiled that comes with potato, shrimp, corn. I included three orders of the crawfish in the boil. The family was disappointed, many of the crawfish was NOT fresh and many of the tails were mushy. It's like it was frozen and overcooked to the point of texture was ruined. Out of all the crawfish three were fresh. Highly disappointed. The flavor We got was the shack medium spice but it was flavorless. The rockfish was extremely dry from the inside but crispy from the batter. The French fries had to be place in the air fryer and add our own seasoning. The coleslaw was the best out of everything. I would like to know what happen? I used to order from here all the time once it opened. The food was fresh and you could tell. Who ever made my food when I first review this spot. Please let me know because I need them back.

We really appreciate the great service & delicious food. Lovely presentation & atmosphere. When…read morecan we come back? Thank you Leo!

Went here with friends on a Saturday night after listening to live music. We didn't have…read morereservations and waited for a table. We didn't have to wait long as a family with a baby was about to leave. I looked around and the space is modern and clean. There is a bar area that is well lit and inviting if I was dining by myself. The menu isn't your typical Italian menu. There was a chicken fried tofu appetizer, steak frites, smash burgers and snakehead. I don't know what snakehead is so ai went with the catfish carbonara, my friend had the steak frites and my other friend had the Brussel sprouts appetizer and pear salad. We also shared a bottle of red wine. Our dessert was a deconstructed sundae with cannoli bits and delicious. Our server was Brendan and he was fantastic. He answered our questions and checked in and chatted with us for a bit. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Metropolitan Kitchen and Lounge was such a great surprise and easily one of the best local spots…read morewe've been to in a while. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt welcoming, relaxed, and full of energy without being overwhelming. It has that perfect neighborhood vibe where you instantly feel comfortable whether you're there for drinks, dinner, or just to unwind after work. The service at the bar was outstanding. The bartenders were attentive, friendly, and genuinely engaging the entire time. You could tell they really cared about making sure everyone was having a good experience. Drinks came out quickly, recommendations were spot on, and the overall hospitality really stood out. The happy hour was honestly one of the best values around. Great food options at very reasonable prices, and everything we ordered tasted fresh and well-prepared. It's rare to find a place that combines quality food, strong service, and affordable happy hour specials this well. The portions were generous, the flavors were excellent, and the cocktails paired perfectly with everything. What really makes Metropolitan stand out is the atmosphere. It feels like the kind of place locals genuinely love and return to often. Warm, inviting, and easy to enjoy whether you're meeting friends or just grabbing a seat at the bar. We ended up staying much longer than planned because the experience was that enjoyable. Definitely looking forward to coming back again soon.

BLUF: Low key locals spot with good food and drinks and a private event space…read more Metropolitan Kitchen & Lounge is a solid choice for a few drinks and a bite to eat. It has an unassuming exterior so it would be easy to pass by its West Street location. Once inside, Metropolitan has a dining room on the first floor, a private event space on the second floor and a seasonal rooftop bar. Certainly not the fanciest or trendiest of spots on West Street or in downtown Annapolis and I like the casual, local feel. The crab dip and friendly service were most memorable.

Love playing here and then sitting on patio for a drink afterwards! Beautiful conditions and…read morewildlife is fun to watch! Great place and friendly staff!

Came here with my Father in-law for a couple rounds of golf and had a blast. Course is pristine and…read morethe facilities are top notch.

I wish Waterman's Tavern was closer to home because I would definitely be a regular! My husband and…read moreI have stopped in a couple times. The last time was for breakfast where I got the platter that came with eggs, potatoes, meat and toast. I really enjoyed it. There menu has a variety on it that I cannot wait to try. The service has always been excellent and the restaurant is clean, well decorated and maintained.

This is a local pub in our area. We mainly go here for their happy hour. They have a BOGO on…read moredrafts and others specials determined by the day or time. The staff are friendly and it seems very popular with the locals. My wife really likes the club sandwich.

Great people, great atmosphere, and prices that are actually fair, which is rare these days. This…read morespot fills up fast, so if you're trying to walk right in and sit down, get there early. Trust me, it's worth it. They've got a small bar area that seats about 4-6 people, which is where I sat, and honestly that's the move if you like a lively vibe. Now let's talk about the pizza--amazing. Fresh, flavorful, and one of those meals where you catch yourself still thinking about it later. I enjoyed every bite and could've easily gone for another round. Overall, this place delivers: good energy, good food, good people. Definitely a spot you want to keep in your rotation.

We came with a good appetite and left happy. I'd share the menu changes often, according to my…read morefriend who's a regular. I'm glad we narrowed down our group size because 2 and 4 top tables os the setup it has. We had many menu items. I thought after appetizers I'd be full after sharing 1 pizza. Nope, needed a second. This is like middle eastern meets Italian meets Indian influence. It took a mi. To embrace the menu. I liked the crust and flavors of most things we had. This pizza I remembered to picture was Indian influenced. Good service overall. Wait tomes vary an they dont take traditional reservations.