Carolina Kitchen is one of those places that always delivers when you're craving comforting…read moreSouthern food with generous portions. From the moment we walked in, the staff was welcoming and the service was attentive throughout our meal. The atmosphere is casual, making it a great spot for lunch with friends, dinner with family, or whenever you're in the mood for soul food. The food definitely lived up to the hype. Everything came out hot, well-seasoned, and full of flavor. The portions are generous, so you'll likely have leftovers to enjoy later. Whether you're stopping in for their signature fried chicken, seafood, or classic Southern sides, there's something on the menu for everyone. What I appreciate most is the consistency. It's the kind of restaurant you can return to knowing you're going to get a satisfying meal every time. If you're looking for a place that serves hearty comfort food in a welcoming environment, Carolina Kitchen is definitely worth a visit.

Dined in with two friends to get quick bites after an event…read more I think the customer service was okay and the restaurant was not busy/full. I enjoyed the fried calamari after receiving the Cheese Fries. I sent back the cheese fries because I didn't think it would be nacho cheese.

Sooooo... Thursday Barrett, Andy, and I came here to scratch a serious crawfish itch--and…read moreabsolutely nailed it (see my April 2 review ). Fast forward to today... Spencer rolls into DC yesterday, and guess what... the itch was BACK. No debate--we knew exactly where to go. Only difference, it was a beautiful day, so we sat on the outside patio, which was perfect... roomy, open, and breezy. This time, Shae hooked us up with a feast: 5 lbs of crawfish (Hot N Juicy, medium heat), 2 lbs of Spicy head-on shrimp, 2 lbs of spicy headless shrimp, 2 lbs of extra spicy crab legs... and plenty of COLD beers to keep things flowing. She was fantastic... super attentive without hovering... and made sure we were set the whole time. Bottom line: another awesome visit, lots of laughs, and that crawfish itch? DEFINITELY scratched... again!

Service here is great! The staff is friendly and the interior always feels clean and well…read moremaintained. I wish the prices were a bit lower or they offered some kind of loyalty program/happy hour discount. The boils are always great and we leave satisfied!

Channeling Lil' Kim energy the whole night, we stepped into Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar like we…read morehad something to prove... and did ‍ Fur, glam, attitude, all of that. Girls night turned full blown main character moment. The DJ understood the assignment and kept the vibe going with straight Lil Kim classics all night. When I tell you we took over the spot, I mean that in the best way possible. The energy was high, the music was right, and the whole place felt like our personal party. Now let's talk food. I ordered the Crack and Peel Seafood Boil and I enjoyed it immensely. Flavor was there, portion was solid, no problems. And listen... I'm obsessed with their wings...well, wings in general lol, but theirs definitely get an A+ from me. They're always a must for me. Service was actually really good too. Staff was attentive, kept up with our group, and didn't miss a beat even with all our extra energy in the building. If you're looking for a chill, quiet dinner...this might not be your Friday or Saturday night spot. But if you want good food, a fun crowd, and a whole vibe, Hook and Reel delivered. Follow me on all platforms: CocoasJoy for more reviews and shenanigans

I don't typically like leaving negative reviews, but unfortunately my experience yesterday fell…read moreshort. I'm still fairly new to the area and had been wanting to try this location for a while, but it's usually been too busy during my previous visits. I stopped by yesterday for happy hour and ordered a seafood boil, and it ended up being one of the worst I've had. Something about it just seemed off, and the flavor was noticeably different from other locations I've visited. I'm not sure what went wrong, but it was disappointing. The only redeeming part of my visit were the happy hour drinks, which honestly made the meal a bit easier to get through. I was really hoping for a better experience and hope this was just an off day.

Had a great experience at OHOT Cajun Seafood in New Carrollton! We ordered the seafood crab boil…read moreand everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The pricing was excellent for the amount and quality of food we received. What really made the visit stand out was the service. Our server Jade was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. Manager Erma also took the time to personally engage with us and check on our experience, which we really appreciated. Great food, great service, and great value -we'll definitely be back!

I am literally OBSESSED with seafood boils, and this place did not disappoint. This place provided…read morereasonably priced "all you can eat" seafood boils including appetizers. Please for an additional fee, you can take your food home. That's unusual for an "all you can eat" rule. Take a look at my pics for individual food ratings. Here's my breakdown of the three components: OVERALL FOOD: 9/10 SERVICE: 10/10 My waitress, Kenya, was very sweet, helpful with selections and attentive. AMBIANCE: 10/10 The restaurant has a shipwreck theme style decor. Very much so in alignment with the type of establishment. CHECK THEM OUT if you're OBSESSED with seafood like I am :)

The atmosphere was great, had a DJ. The host attended to us right away. The server himself, Justin,…read morewas also great has a nice personality

Amazing dinner! We pulled up and it was karaoke night, what a treat! We were greeted and sat…read moreimmediately. Miya was very pleasant and full of fresh energy! Took great care of us! Food was 10/10

Sugar & Spice was AMAZING! My partner and I picked up food yesterday and it was even better than…read moreour first visit. We had the jerk fried shrimp deviled eggs, jerk chicken egg rolls, oxtail Rasta pasta, crab stuffed salmon with greens, and bread pudding. Everything was so good we were literally doing a happy dance! Chris at the register was so kind and made sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back!

My BFF (my Wife) and I stopped here with some friends visiting from New York after seeing them…read moreonline. We were all craving some good Caribbean food, but unfortunately, this experience was really lackluster and did not live up to the reviews The service was frustrating. The girl at the register seemed to be on her phone the whole time, I couldn't tell if she was calculating something or just talking, but she definitely missed the mark on our order. We specifically asked for Steak and Cheese Egg Rolls with no mushrooms. By the time we got home, we realized she gave us Jerk Chicken Egg Rolls instead. They were a mess; sauce was all over the container and the fries, and the chicken inside was incredibly dry and overcooked. Surprisingly, the Fried Rice was really good, which isn't the first thing I'd associate with a Caribbean spot. The Jerk Fried Chicken Sandwich was also a standout and one of the best things we had. Our friends ordered the Rasta Pasta, which was very heavy and spicy, and the Jerk Chicken with Rice and Peas. They had asked for wings but got dry grilled strips instead, which was disappointing. My Cabbage and Collard Greens were also pretty average--I've definitely had better. Between the order being wrong, the dry chicken, and the distracted service, it just wasn't what I hoped for. It was an okay meal, but nothing I'd recommend or go back for. Definitely inspect your bag before you leave this place. Sorry about the pitiful picture I was so annoyed and remembered after I made a plate to snap a quick pic.

10/10 best bread pudding, soft sweet with some tart cream cheese notes as well. Will be backread more

When you are in Union Market there are so many food choices to choose from but Puddin is a place…read moreyou will want to come back to. We come here all the time for the bread pudding but this time we brought a group. Always pleasant and lively, Puddin reminds me of southern hospitality at its finest. The bread pudding is served warm and rich with chunks of bread and browned butter and bourbon flavors throughout. Add the creamy homemade vanilla pudding on top and we never leave without it. We also got to sample a new alcoholic beverage that was heavenly. Cannot remember the name but if you go to the front counter they will give you a sample of the mixer. Trust me, you will want to order it. The gumbo was a crowd favorite. One sample and the flavor made you want to double back. My guests walked the area and came back specifically to get some to take home. They boxed it up separately for easy transport. Now that is service. Quick and easy stop right before it rained. Puddin is a complete takeout spot but the vibes while you order and wait make it a counter worth visiting again and again. The hospitality, the comfort food, and the inviting staff make it unforgettable.