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GO GO GO!! Never had authentic creole food but this is the place to stop since the chefs are from NOLA and you're in MD with not many other options of this nature! Got here at almost 7p on a Saturday and it wasn't so full that I had to wait (also made a reservation just in case) but once I sat down that's what triggered more patrons to come in, which is usually how it works. The place was banging! My waitress has been working here since the early 2000s and was very knowledgeable on the menu items. I decided to go with the Gumbo since I've never had it and it was one of the best dishes I've ever had! Nothing to compare it to, but the flavors were like a party in my mouth. Most importantly this bowl came out steaming! The dish definitely had some kick to it, the Andouille Sausage was so flavorful and spicyyy good, the chicken was delicious & easy to cut through (major), but I also really enjoyed the vegetables, they had just enough crunch! The rice was sucking up the stew once I got it all broke down and stirred around which helped in terms of me not using a spoon! The mini crabcakes were phenomenal. Fresh crab, thanks to those precious blue babies, & the dipping sauce was very tasty! Definitely had Old Bay in it, of course! It was such a beautiful night to be able to sit outside, I could hear the crowd of chatting from the people on the other side of the glass that were inside the restaurant, could hear the dinging of the food being ready from the kitchen, and then I got to hear a wedding party getting started up on the balcony at the tavern that is across the street. People that were inside the restaurant actually requested that the door be shut because it was just that loud and interruptive! If you want to avoid that, I was told this happens a lot in the spring/summer and of course, you could always go a little bit earlier since wedding parties are usually evenings!
I went to Ethel's yesterday for my birthday as I wanted to try something/somewhere I haven't been and they did not disappoint! I don't eat red meat and the dish Hot Cat Stack comes with sausage cornbread but they made it without with no problem. Service was incredible from the host, bartender and the chef! I went pretty late so I had the restaurant to myself for majority of my time there which gave a private dining vibe. It's pretty intimate in size so I'm sure the place can get packed pretty quickly. No complaints I'll definitely be back.
Outstanding food. So tasty, and felt authentically creole with menu offerings and seasoning. The layout is a bit cozy, but you're not so close to others that it is uncomfortable. Good indoor and outdoor options. The staff is very accommodating but also very busy and constantly moving, so it does feel a little rushed but worth it.
Absolutely AMAZING! Thank you Chefs! Everything was delicious. The service was impeccable. Jade and Haley really took care of us. I searched Yelp for the best cream of crab soup and Ethel's came up. The soup did not disappoint. The Shrimp and Grits were impressive. I can't wait to try the crab cakes the next time. For this to be our first visit we were thoroughly impressed.
Almost everything was 10/10 and I would fully recommend this spot for good food! Be prepared to spend more money than usual, but if we are basing everything off of what I have had, it was definitely worth it. Even though I have had jambalaya elsewhere, including in New Orleans, so far the jambalaya here is the best I have ever had. It was flavorful, abundant in quantity, well-seasoned, and had a good balance of meat, rice, and vegetables on the side. The baby back ribs were sure slow roasted because the meat was falling off the bones very easily, with a sufficient amount of ribs in some delicious sauce. There was also a good amount of roasted zucchini, squash, and carrots, so I was thoroughly satisfied. They have the ribs available in the mango chipotle sauce as well. I didn't have the cucumber salad, but I did have some of the Mom's Crab Cakes, which my friends ordered. They were not like traditional crab cakes, because the crab cakes had no filler at all. It was everything crab, which made it more worth it, which also meant that it was expensive because it was between $40 and $50 when we got it. Once again, a good amount of vegetables, and a good amount of mashed potatoes. I enjoyed it a lot as well, even if part of me wasn't really used to it. Once again, highly recommended! If I return here at any point, then I will, without a doubt, try their authentic gumbo and their Crawfish Fried Grits, which they were out of when we tried to order it today.
Overall a 5 star experience! Small, cozy restaurant located in the "Village" at Mount Washington. Set between other shops and eateries which I've had the opportunity to eat at over the years, Ethels def stands out. Service was good, our waitress explained the specials in detail. I had the NOLA chicken with creole sauce over mashed potatoes and fresh veggies. The sauce was delightful, red peppers with a slight tang of vinegar and seasonings. My husband had the short ribs which were fall off the bone good.....but the real winner was the special my brother had which was the smoked Mac/cheese with pieces of brisket. It truly was the best mac/cheese I've ever had. The menu is not large but what they do have is done well. Many traditional dishes I'd like to try next time such as the gumbo and jambalaya.
This time around, I was very pleased with my experience at Ethel's GLOWS: - I didn't have a reservation, but was seated at the bar until a table was shortly ready. Although my friend was a few minutes late, the hostess seated me without an issue. - They have some daily specials, which sounded pretty good----a nice addition to the menu. -The shrimp boat is tasty and very light. I ate almost the entire dish and did not feel sluggish afterward. - The chef forgot to put crabmeat in my shrimp boat entree but easily rectified the situation which was greatly appreciated - They have unsweetened tea- which might only be a plus for me!---- but also hot tea and coffee to pair with dessert - We got the strawberry bread pudding for dessert which was very delicious. It seems like they rotate their desserts, so I hope they always have something just as good to offer. GROWS: -My friend enjoyed her Gumbo, but noted that flavors would be more potent if every ingredient was marinated together. You can tell that some ingredients are added to the base after. - The cornbread was not really notable. I loved the complimentary bread better and would just order another serving of that in the future. -The lunch menu seems to have more variety, including sandwiches and po' boys. It would be nice to have those options at dinner too.
Visited here for dinner with my family. Made a reservation and was seated right away and offered water and bread. Looked over the menu along with the specials and had trouble deciding what to try because everything seemed like a good option. Started our meals with lemon drops and they were so tasty we ordered another round. Ordered the half rack of ribs- tender and seasoned well Fried catfish- delicious, cooked perfectly and the cornbread and sauce were a great accompaniment Seafood Jambalaya-lots of shrimp and mussels Cornbread-melts in your mouth Collard greens-seasoned perfectly The restaurant is kind of small but has a great vibe. Also the staff is top notch! Definitely a great spot.
I throw the word "authentic" around a lot in my reviews, but this time I mean it. Ethel's Creole Kitchen is LEGIT authentic Louisiana cuisine up here in the north east. Crazy I know. So, how could I tell? It's all in the roux, man. When it's that rich and that dark and can permeate an entire dish with such a small amount... that potency is simply unmatched. It's acute, bona fide flavor. Before we get into the food, let's start with the cocktails. Lots to choose from, including the New Orleans classic, the Sazerac (rye, absinthe, bitters, and a lemon twist). They have all the usual staples as well, like their Prohibition Perfect Manhattan, Seasonal Sangria, and Lemon Drop. For whatever reason, I was feeling something sweet, so I went with the Lemon Drop. It was, uh, very lemony. Sugar rim, lemon twist. Very pleasing to the eye. Simple yet elegant. If you're a fan of Sour Patch Kids, this is for you. As for the food - holy crap, everything was a home run. Started with the Chippepa (fire roasted red bell pepper stuffed with Andouille sausage, mozzarella, and peppers and onions). Very unique appetizer. Comes out looking like a giant Italian meatball. And it really is giant. This may be intended for one person, but it's great for splitting up two ways. Just slice that baby in half and you're good to go. For my main, I couldn't pass up on the gumbo. When I think of New Orleans cooking, that's the first dish that always comes to mind. And I even love that boxed gumbo by Zatarain's (as well as their jambalaya). You can choose your proteins - I went with chicken and Andouille, but you could sub shrimp in as well. Gumbo, of course, starts with the dark roux. And Ethel's hits the nail on the head. You get a wonderfully rich broth that explodes with flavor. The other standout has got to be the Creole Shrimp Boat. Not sure if many people order it here, but it's not something to be overlooked. You get sauteed shrimp, mussels, jumbo lump crab meat, and fish du jour simmered in fire roasted red bell pepper sauce, creole rice, and vegetables du jour. Speaking of vegetables "du jour," they are the same every day. Every day forever. It's squash and carrots. Perfectly fine, but if you frequent this place, don't expect anything different. Ever. That's what we got, and looking back through years of reviews and photos, that's what everyone else got as well. Wonderful experience overall. Clean, comforting dining room. Wood floors, wood table tops, wood stools at the counter. Polished look all around. Ethel's gives me that rare feeling about a restaurant... that feeling of... "Thank god you exist." Definitely don't feel that way about a lot of places. But being able to have a truly authentic creole dining experience in the northeastern part of the US... gosh, I just feel so fortunate. One day I may make it down to New Orleans to taste their fabled fare, but until then, Ethel's will fill that bayou-sized void.
I visited Ethel's for the first time yesterday with 5 friends and for the most part, had a lovely dinner experience. Two people from the group frequent the restaurant and highly recommended the cornbread. Needless to say, I had an insane amount of cornbread, ciabatta bread, and mini crab cakes. Everything was top of the line. Once the entrees arrived, we sampled from each other's plate and literally everything I tasted was delicious - from the jambalaya, to the rockfish, also the collard greens were flavorful and melted in your mouth. I ordered Mom's crab cakes which was exactly as advertised, no filler. The crab cakes were cooked perfectly and I loved the remoulade sauce served alongside it. Now about the service. Service started off really great, fast and friendly until it was time to pay for the bill. Among 6 people, half of us had cash, whereas the other half of us was paying with a card. The waitress was visibly flustered and upset once we provided her with the payment. We were even kind enough to write the card numbers and amount due for the 3 cards we hard. Honestly, this was the only large disappointment with this being my first experience here, but I will definitely be back very soon, just with less people and and less payment methods next time.
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I can't go here without having the crab cake sandwich, as it might be the best one that I've ever had. As mentioned in my previous review, I also love the iced tea. Today I was with someone else who suggested we try the silk pie for dessert. Wow!!! We got both the chocolate and lemon flavors. They are like a thick, jiggly, pudding consistency in a bowl with a layer of cookie crumbs on the bottom. The lemon had what tasted like a graham cracker crust and the chocolate had an Oreo-like crust. I'm not a huge chocolate fan, and I love lemon so I was pretty sure I'd want that one, which I did. But man, the chocolate! It was divine. I can't go back now without ending the meal with a chocolate silk pie. read more
9 years ago
I'm a tough critic and rarely do I give out 5 stars. In fact, some of my friends say I'm impossible to please when it comes to food. I guess that stems from traveling 300 days a year, eating out three times a day and having done that for almost 15 years. Meanwhile, when I come to a place like this, and the food is as good as it was, it deserves recognition. I've traveled from the Texas Coast, through the Gulf Coast and all the way down Florida dozens of times and eaten Cajun food there, in New Orleans, in Baton Rouge and in famed Lafayette. This is some of the best I've had. It's the kind of meal that you eat and you're so full you can't eat anymore, yet you keep on eating. I knew from the minute the bread arrived at our table we were in for a treat. Unlike many places, when the bread arrives and you can tell it wasn't baked there, the bread here arrived and was absolutely perfect. It was warm on the inside and crispy on the outside so well done that you didn't even need to put butter on it. We started with the Chippepe. If you've never had a stuffed red bell pepper and one stuffed with andouille sausage, mozzarella and peppers and onions this is a must-try. In fact, the sauce alone was worth the appetizer. It's amazing the difference fresh ingredients bring to a meal. Speaking of meals, it's almost impossible to choose here because all of their entrees are phenomenal. Personally, I ordered the Creole shrimp boat and was blown away. The sauteed shrimp tasted like they came out of the ocean minutes before I ate them and they aren't chintzy with them either. The shrimp that arrived on my plate were enormous and there wasn't just one of them. Everytime I pushed a mussel to the side there was another shrimp beneath it. Speaking of muscles, they tasted like they just came out of the Northeast, maybe right off the Maine coast: so fresh and so good. The same could be said for the lump crab meat and the other fish that was was in there. You didn't have to search for it with a microscope. There was so much of it you couldn't finish it all. It's a meal for the ages. We also ordered the jambalaya. The portions and quality we're phenomenal. The baked Creole rice would have been enough to eat and tasteful enough to be a meal on its own. When you add the andouille sausage and shrimp you can't go wrong. Speaking of not going wrong, it is an absolute must that you order the cornbread. If we're going to be honest, this is the best cornbread I've ever tasted, even better than the stuff I had in the French Quarter. We didn't have any room for thr red beans and rice that we ordered. Unfortunately, we only got to take a bite because we were so full, but it was good enough to take home and eat at the hotel even as stuffed as we were. Very few people are hungry enough to eat dessert after the portions provided here however I couldn't resist ordering the chocolate silk pie and I'm glad that I did. Sure it's rich, but what a phenomenal job the chefs do here. In addition to wonderful service and a very inviting atmosphere it's clear that everything is made from scratch. This is a perfect place for a date, or anyone looking for a nice meal. It's not the place for someone looking for a deal. You're going to pay fair value here and that's likely going to be way more than many want to spend. Those that do however, are going to enjoy every bite and remember this meal for a long time. Because guess what it's no secret that you get what you pay for. In this case you're paying for homemade roux, you're paying for fresh ingredients and quality meats, seafood and vegetables. They don't mess around or cut corners with anything. For example, even the carrots that go in your meals are hand cut. This is one of the few places were quality comes with everybody bite. read more
This place was all I was told and more! I've been hearing chatter about how delicious the food is here for quite some time and blah blah blah. IT'S ALL TRUE! I was a little confused when I first arrived because there isn't anyone at the door and I was unclear if I should wait, or grab a seat. I went to the bar and was instructed to immediately grab a seat. Natalie was our table person and very sweet. She came over at the appropriate times and was very attentive to our needs. I ordered the Cream of Crab Soup which had huge chunks of lump crabmeat but the cream portion was bland. My main dish, Jambalya Andouille Sausage and Shrimp... THE ABSOLUTE BEST CREOLE DISH I'VE HAD THUS LIFETIME! The dish was plentiful providing great leftovers. The shrimp were huge and the sausage was flavorful! The immediate dining space was small and quaint but there's more indoor seating upstairs as well as a balcony where patrons can enjoy the outdoors while they feast. As we finished our meals we were paid a visit by one of the owners "Jeff" who was very personable and kind. He brought us the dinner menu to take with us and informed us about the upstairs area that can be used for private events. It meant a lot to me that he took the time. I will definitely revisit this establishment in the near future to try other delicious menu items. read more
10 years ago
Crab dip is great, served hot & bubbly. Hubby had the seafood bowl which he enjoyed and had plenty of seafood throughout the dish with just the right amount of rice. I had the scallops which were tender, succulent and delicious served with the right amount of rice, tender sweet carrots and zucchini. Ambiance is great, wait staff are friendly and the chef even greeted us. The only issue is that it was a bit chilly even with layers of clothing on, but my cocktail soon solved that issue. Our 1st time here & will not be the last. My husband even noticed a respected friend of his family dining with his family and reconnected. read more
Born and raised in Baltimore and I am just finding this hidden gem. This place has amazing food and chic decor a New Orleans vibe of music in the back ground... Their is a lot of soul in this place and the food. I ordered fresh made lemonade and sangria which was absolutely delish. I went straight for the Andouille and chicken Gumbo and cornbread. I was not disappointed. Go try Ethal"s out you will not be disappointed. read more
This place is the definition of a "hidden" gem. Absolutely delicious food and the wait staff are so nice. If you want to avoid paying for overpriced seafood in the city and is willing to drive a couple minutes out of Baltimore, this is the spot to visit. They offer valet parking but if you drive around yourself, there's a lot of very cheap street parking options close by. Seafood Boat [10/10]: Words cannot do this dish justice. There's so much seafood that it could easily almost feed 2. Love the variety in clams, fish, mussels, other goodies. The broth is amazing. Crab Dip [10/10]: Holy moly this was delicious. It's an appetizer and it's massive. It's honestly less of a 'dip' and more of a chunky soup that's loaded with crab meat. The sauce has a nice subtle vodka taste to it too. Ribs [7.5/10]: They were good and the meat was fall-off-the-bone. Good, simple ribs. read more
Nice servers good food.. we had the crab dip, next time I will ask for it w/o onions. The special of the day was shrimp n ribs macaroni n cheese which was the BOMB!!!!!!! I had the creole boat it was okay too much sauce for me. We sat outside bc it's warm in October lol! read more
7 years ago
Will definitely be coming back again soon. I had the Jambalaya and a grapefruit Crush. It is a bit chilly inside possibly due to them closing between lunch and opening back up for dinner. Got a chance to exchange a few words with Kai Jackson who was hanging out with one of his little ones. read more
10 years ago
Reviewed: 9/21/16 10/10: Decor 10/10: Service 11/10: Food 10/10: Presentation/Portion Size Nestled back on a side street in quaint little Mt. Washington where most people only think about names like Mt. Washington Tavern and Whole Foods, Ethel's Creole Kitchen is cooking up a storm of dishes that both ignite and water the taste buds. My girlfriend and I have walked past Ethel's a million times before, always dismissing it as one of those restaurants that you have to be in a certain mood for until stopping in today and discovering that their menu offers other amazing items besides the authentic staples of Jambalaya and Gumbo. Appetizer: We started out with the crab dip (which our waitress kindly served us, not being on the lunch menu) which was a massive serving of bread and cheesy garlic dip with huge pieces of jumbo lump crab that was by far the best we've ever had. Entrées: My girlfriend ordered the Shrimp Po' Boy which was perfectly seasoned and had plenty of huge shrimp to fill out the remoulade covered ciabatta roll. I ordered the chicken and andouille Jambalaya which was absolutely amazing and had just the perfect amount of spice which left me craving more and more after each bite. read more
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Came here with some friends for our monthly supper club. As soon as I saw the name, I immediately thought of NOLA and had to try it out. Clearly the first thing was to order a drink. Ended up having a dark and stormy and vieux carre. Both were good, but I would recommend the vieux carre because I love whiskey. Now onto the food. As an appetizer we ended up sharing the Chipeppa - a stuffed red bell pepper with andouille sausage, cheese, peppers and onions. Absolutely amazing! For the main course I got the shrimp gumbo. I felt I was obligated to as it's their speciality, and I wasn't steered wrong! If it had been 50 degrees warmer and humid, I would have been convinced is was in NOLA! Also had a side of greens, just because. Will definitely be coming back here! read more
Came here on a recommendation from staff at Ojas Wellness. I visited on a Friday around 1130am. I was nervous about how I was dressed (workout gear, hoodie, sneakers), but the women at Ojas assured me that since it was early afternoon, it was a safe bet that I'd be there alone or with just a few other patrons. WOW...I loved everything about Ethel's Creole Kitchen! I walked in and was immediately greeted by Jeff, one of the owners. He was so friendly and didn't make me feel underdressed or out of place. I sat at a table in the dining room on the first level. From my table, I had a view into the kitchen which I loved. What I ate/drank: 1. Arnold Palmer: the perfect ratio of lemonade to iced tea. Not too sweet, not to tart. 2. Cream of crab soup: I kept my expectations low as to the amount of actual crab meat that I would see. This soup had so many pieces of jumbo lump crab meat! YES! This is what I'm talking about! 3. Shrimp Marty sandwich: The shrimp were covered in cajun seasonings and cooked to perfection. The sandwich has a remoulade on it that is to DIE for! I wished that I could've bought a bottle of the stuff! It comes with a side of chips. 4. Chocolate Silk Pie: one bite of this was heaven. The pie is so smooth...has a consistency thicker than a mousse...maybe more along the lines of a flan. There's a layer of broken up chocolate cookies (maybe Oreo's) on it. The texture mash up between the crunchy and smooth worked so well together. Jeff was my server and he was on point with everything. He even noticed my Loyola sweatshirt and we had a nice conversation about him doing performances at the coffee houses on campus back in the day. He must've sensed my curiosity about the dinner service because he ended up bringing me a dinner menu...everything looks so good! I ended up taking half of my Shrimp Marty and Silk pie home. Everything was just as good the second day as it was on the first. I am excited to try the dinner here! read more
10 years ago
Nice place! Took mom out for Valentines Day , and was pleasantly surprised! Food was good & the staff was really nice. I will definitely come back! Mom got the gumbo with sausage and crab. She liked it, but the andouille sausage was a little bit much for her. She did love her cream of crab soup. I had the crab dip for an appetizer, and the Creole shrimp boat for my entree. Needless to say I was full after 3 bites of my entree! Brought the rest of it home, but it was good and I can't wait to finish it. Will definitely have to come again! read more
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5 years ago
In a city that has it on almost every menu, it's actually really hard to get a GOOD cup of Cream of Crab soup. Never fear though, you can get it at Ethel's. Theirs is nicely flavored and has large lumps of crab. While I wasn't really hungry after the soup, I had to try the Shrimp Jambalaya. It was just as good as the soup. The portion was huge, so I had some for lunch the next day. read more
7 years ago
The food was good. It's a small comfy restaurant. The drinks were amaze balls and I really enjoyed them more than the food. It just didnt bring that creole taste to life like being in new Orleans. I'm going to go back and try It once more because maybe i didnt get the star dish. The cream of crab soup was very delicious and flavorful so I recommend getting that . read more
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Omg! This food is delicious!!! I had the jambalaya! The flavors are incredible and Niño was a great server! He was knowledgeable and patient. read more
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The service was good and the staff was very nice. The ribs needed more seasoning. The seasoning was a bit bland. The mashed potatoes were good. The veggies were... veggies lol. What really took me by surprise is the lemon silk cake. I expected to see a lemon cake, but was pleasantly surprised to see a chocolate one. It wasn't chocolate though. The white mousse/foam part in the picture was lemon flavored. I didn't like it at all. Chocolate mixed with lemon is not my cup of tea but someone else might enjoy it. All in all, it was a good meal. read more
3 years ago
(This review has been sitting as an unfinished draft for months now, and I almost feel guilty completing it right now. Why? Because this was my first time trying authentic Cajun food, and I feel like an imposter in a foreign land. Truth be told, I've never been to NOLA, shelled a crawfish, or thought of Mardi Gras as anything but a fuzzy enigma in the far reaches of my brain. Please bear this in mind as I take the role of Cajun imposter and give you my amateur thoughts on this new found cuisine.) As a foodie-in-training, I've noticed that the best food around town come from some of the worst areas. While Mt. Washington does not necessarily qualify as "The Wire" territory, it still makes you hesitate as you drive through it at night. Hence, I had high expectations for the food, which this little restaurant met completely. It's a place with a distinct homey feel to it, similar to dining at a cute bed and breakfast. When you first walk in, you're greeted with mouth watering smells of food cooking in the kitchen down the hall. If something smells that intoxicating, you know you're on to something good. I learned quite a few things on this trip. First- gumbo is supposed to be cooked the Ethel and Ramone way- a thin rue with a delightfully complex interplay of flavors. Second- Jambalaya is actually really good, and nothing like the Cheesecake Factory version (yes, this is really the only other jambalaya I can remember trying). Third- holy heavens these portions are MASSIVE. Each dish could easily serve 3 grown men or 4 small Asian girls as stand along entrees. Fourth- Although the fresh bread may tempt you with its evil serpent charms, stay away. You'll need all the stomach room you can muster for the actual meal. read more
5 years ago
I should of written this review sooner but here you go.... This place is a hidden gem in Mt Washington, MD. It's a wonderful place with good food that transport you to New Orleans.. From the time you walk into the restaurant, you hear jazz and the warmth of the staff. The food is off the chain! I decided to have a surprise dinner for my brother and we tried everything!! We started off with the house ciabatta bread & olive oil. It was recommended by our waitress so we try the cornbread.... Stop the press! The basil butter made this bread pop and I couldn't get enough of it. We had more with some collards and bacon ends. What!!! You have to be from the Deep South to appreciate that bacon in the collards. If you don't eat pork leave the collards for the real people. We tried a variety of appetizers and eventually, moved to the dinner entree's. Pictures are worth a thousand words. This place will be forever at the top of my list of place to dine when I return to Baltimore. Compliments to the chef and to the staff. This place is hot!!! read more
Starting with my favorite, the crab dip was rich and creamy, loaded with cheese and crabmeat. Baguette slices were slightly toasted which brought a nice crunch to it. We scooped and whipped every single bit of it to make sure nothing went to waste. Seafood jambalaya came with a decent portion of seafood with the perfect amount of spicy. The seafood were cooked and prepared freshly, without any rubbery or mushy taste. The ribs I ordered I also enjoyed. The meat was almost falling off the bone. The rib was properly seasoned with a hint of smokiness, and the dish came with a side of mushed potato and fresh veggie. Oh, if you get to pick, try their cornbread! They are warm, dense and sweet and the herb butter is some of the best I have ever had. Superb atmosphere and very accommodating and friendly staff. I would recommend this place. read more
5 years ago
This was a great find to take my girlfriend out on a date. Loved the ambiance. The staff was extremely friendly and attentive. The food was AMAZING! I ordered a blackened shrimp sand which was delicious and my girlfriend ordered the seafood jumbalaya which she said had the perfect amount of spice to it. Definitely a good spot to check out. Highly recommend! read more
12 years ago
I went here on a Friday around 5:30pm with 1 other person. It wasn't crowded but that is probably because we were there pretty early in the evening. Once we left all of the tables (about 5 tables or so) were booked. Reservation may be a good idea since its a small place. Now to the food. We started with the Smoked Bluefish app which was good! I am not a lover of smoked fish but this was tasty. The portion is pretty big and I personally think it was too much for 2 people but if you love smoked fish you may disagree. My boyfriend got the Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo. He loved it! The portion was big and they definitely didn't skimp on the shrimp. I tried it and thought it was very good as well! I ordered the Creole Shrimp Boat, which comes with mussels, fish, crab, and shrimp. Again, the portion was big and they didn't skimp on the seafood. It was very tasty! I will definitely be back to Ethel's again when I am craving that creole/Cajun cuisine!! read more
5 years ago
This is my favorite place! The crab dip is sensational along with the wonderful staff. If I lived closer I'd be here every day. Our meal was excellent!! read more
6 years ago
Came to Baltimore for a weekend getaway. This was the first place on our "food adventure" during this trip and it was AMAZING! They are so welcoming here and the food is A1! You should definitely stop by here. Street parking wasn't an issue either! read more
7 years ago
The food here is to die for. As someone who is obsessed with cornbread (I get it every restaurant where it is offered) they by far have the best cornbread in Baltimore. Furthermore, the fried oysters were amazing. I got the short ribs with mashed potatoes and veggies for dinner and was so happy. Also, the portions for entrees are large!! Love that! Our server Jacque was super personable and funny, which made the experience all the better. Also, i recommend outdoor seating if possible- very romantic and the flowers and colors of the patio / outside of the restaurant add to the fabulous Louisiana Creole vibe. read more
4 years ago
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