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    L P Steamers

    4.2 (2.1k reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Karen T.

    I love this place. It's such a great place to go with friends and family and enjoy the weather on the roof opening some crabs! Service was really attentive. The crabs had so much meat! We got a dozen large crabs. The apps were also good. I really liked the crab dip. Though the dip was good with the pretzel bread it comes with, it was also good dipping the french fries in! My family came to visit and wanted crabs so we came here and they had such a good time

    Lana K.

    My fault for not ordering crabs. Service was friendly and helpful. Venue itself has 3 floors and a rooftop. There is a bar on the 3rd floor so I'm not sure if you can skip the waiting. We ordered oysters from Virginia (both options for local and premium) and a soft shell crab sandwich. Our food was pretty average. Wanted to like this place more.

    half dozen oysters
    Anna S.

    Finally got a chance to try LP Steamers this past weekend and I loved it! Service from Anthony was prompt and friendly. He provided great recommendations and stayed on top of drink orders. We sat on the rooftop deck and enjoyed views of Locust Point and the Inner Harbor. It can be fairly sunny up there with some tables only partially shaded so be sure to bring sunscreen. We ordered two dozen large crabs (the two other bigger sizes were already sold out), half a dozen raw oysters, steamed corn, and plenty of apps. Crabs were $125/dozen in June 2026. Everything was delicious! Crabs were an excellent size with the type of clumpy seasoning that I prefer. They don't serve cocktails here but they do have wine, beer, and seltzers. We all enjoyed the orange crush cocktail in a can over crushed ice which was not bad for not being a fresh crush. They only seat you once your full party is there FYI. There's lots of seating on all levels of the building so there was luckily no wait for us once our party arrived. The staff was even nice enough to store my friend's birthday cake and allow us to cut it at the upstairs bar. Such a good neighborhood vibe here and excellent food! I'll be back.

    Fried soft crab sandwich with onion rings
    Andrew M.

    A local seafood joint with good food and good vibes! They have three floors of seating, some picnic tables outside the restaurant, and outdoor rooftop seating. Even then we had to wait about 20 minutes on a Sunday evening, but the food was definitely worth the wait! They're known for their steamed crabs which we didn't end up getting, but if its anything like their other steamed seafood then I'd bet its delicious. The shrimp, scallop, and lobster tail were cooked to perfection and were very fresh! The scallop was a bit under seasoned but we forgot all about it when we tried their cocktail sauce! My gf liked their cocktail sauce so much that it became her standard of comparison at subsequent restaurants and she thought none were comparable! The soft shell crab sandwich was also very yummy! The soft shell crab itself was quite meaty and nicely seasoned. The crab dip was yummy but felt a bit heavy. We also didn't taste much crab flavor in it but overall it was still enjoyable. The soup was mediocre and something we wouldn't have missed if we skipped it.

    Calamari
    Kelli M.

    We were in town and I wanted my son to have Maryland blue crabs but we were a little late going out. I called and they said they still had crabs. The calamari could've been cooked longer everything else was good.

    Fried seafood platter
    Bill S.

    I guess L P Steamers had an off night or I just ordered wrong. It was a long day and my last night in Baltimore. I can't leave the city without having crabs! I was tired so I settled on crab cakes. I found parking on the street, be careful because in front of the restaurant is a bus stop. Walking inside, I pretty much have a place to myself. I'm seated by the waitress and I'm given a menu. I was going to order crab cakes but I see a fried seafood platter with a single crab cake. Sold! I ordered a Summer Shanty beer as well to get the party started. Y'all, the fish was over fried. The clam strips, some were crunchy and the fried oysters had a fishy taste. The crab cake was good but the shell was over cooked. I ate what I could, I paid the check and left quickly. Did they have an off night? Perhaps. If you're here, I'd go for anything but the fried fish.

    Menu as of April 2026
    Karen T.

    We came for lunch to try some of the famous blue crabs. We ordered the boh't load of food, a c asae salad and the kids got popcorn shrimp with fries. The combo came with 4 medium crabs, 4 oysters, 4 scallops, a dozen shrimp, a dozen clams, two dozen mussels, and a lobster tail. The crabs were very heavily (overly) seasoned with old bay seasoning. The crabs we got were just ok, perhaps because it's the beginning of the season. Both the clams and mussels were overcooked and dry. The fish was also pretty heavily seasoned, likely to cover up the fishiness of the seafood. We came on a Sunday and the food didn't taste that fresh. The shrimp, scallop, and lobster tail were fine. The popcorn shrimp is heavily bartered and the shrimp themselves were very small. The Cesar salad came with very large and very crunchy croutons. Service is friendly but a bit on the slow side, considering that it wasn't that busy when we were there. It was easy to find street parking near the restaurant. Perhaps our expectations were too high. We were debating between Nicks and LP Steamers and decided to forego ambiance for better food, but we were disappointed by the food. We will try a different spot next time.

    Eddie B.

    This was a great find. We ordered crabs, crab cakes, corn and hush puppies. The server was amazing and very helpful showing us how to crack the crabs. We were able to sit on the rooftop with a view of the harbor. Everything tasted amazing! But, the hush puppies blew my mind! I would definitely recommend ordering the hush puppies! I would definitely recommend and return to LP Steamers.

    Oysters!
    Ronald M.

    Omg so delicious!! We had the Boat Load of Food with a pitcher of draft beer and a side of Old Bay fries. We specially enjoyed the scallops, mussels and lobster tail. A messy but enjoyable eat. Service was pretty quick and thoughtful. They were kind enough to have run to our car before we left to let us know my mom had left her purse haha. What a find, will make sure to come back when in Baltimore!

    fried sampler

    Loved the seafood there!!!! Both the fried seafood and steamed ones were satisfying. Also don't miss the crab dip! It went well with everything else :D The environment was also great. Service was so-so but okay

    Crabs menu
    Monica B.

    Delicious and fun experience. I tried the crab cakes, they were so tasty. Next, I tried one large crab. I take forever to eat crab because I get all the nooks and crannies lol grandma taught me not to waste any food, y'all! I was sad that I came at night and they had run out of the jumbo and ginormous size crabs. I love the simplicity of just eating a crab on a brown-paper-lined table so you're free to make a big mess and it's easy to clean up for them. They provide a cute little hammer to crack open the crab legs - and they sell it as well for $3. I bought one as a little souvenir because I love crab and thinking about eating it makes me happy hahaha. Overall highly recommend getting your crab fix here (or any of their other locations) if you're visiting Baltimore! Locals recommended this place to us. It's great because it's not pretentious and prices are very reasonable!

    Old bay fries, steamed and fried crab cake lol
    Jon L.

    Great crabs and seafood. Got this recommendation from a blog post and it was right on. I got the old bay fries, soft shell crab, one blue crab and a crab cake lol. Everything was great though I think I prefer fried crab to the mallet.

    Large Crabs, Hushpuppies, Crab Cake
    Shaelyn H.

    I'm new to Maryland and the whole Maryland crabs culture and this was my first time trying them. The crabs were good but just a lot of work and the rest of the food was decent. The service was really good and they taught us how to crack the crabs. The ambiance is a lot bigger than I thought but overall good vibes.

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    Busy busy on a Sunday. But worth the wait. Visiting Baltimore had to have crabs and things this place did not disappoint. Check it out.

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    Ask the Community - L P Steamers

    Assuming it byob?

    They serve beer.

    Does it get busy on Sundays for lunch?

    This restaurant kid friendly?

    Yes. They have high chairs that accommodate kids that can sit up, or infant car seats. It's pretty tight, so not a lot of room for a stroller, even if folded up. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly and I'm sure they'll work with you.

    Is this in the inner harbor?

    No, they are to the southeast of the Inner Harbor, but well worth the short drive.

    Do they serve broiled crab cakes or is the only option fried?

    Either way, they have 'em

    Do I need to make a reservation for dining in?

    When I ate there last week they recommended calling about 20 mins before you're planning on arriving to cut down your wait time

    Can you have separate check for the same table?

    Yes. But a check can only be split up to 5 ways .

    Do they have jumbo lump crab cakes? I don't see it in their menu

    Yes our Crabcakes are made with lump and colossal (which is bigger than jumbo lump)

    Any recommendations on parking in the area?

    I have never had a problem finding nearby street parking on, or just off, Fort Ave.

    Does anyone know the recipe for THE B'MORE RANCH SERVED WITH THE OLD BAY FRIES?

    It's top secret ;) ssshhhh It's:… 

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    (1.5k reviews)
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    We had heard so many great things about this place, so we finally decided to give it a try, and I'm…read moreso glad we did! We went on a Friday afternoon, and it was definitely busy, which is always a good sign. Even with the crowd, the service was fast and everyone was so friendly. I also loved that you can choose to sit inside or outside, and they have plenty of seating either way. Of course, I had to order an espresso martini. If you're an espresso martini lover, you already know they're either amazing or disappointing, there's really no in-between. I had mine made with Baileys (just a heads up, it's a small upcharge), and it was so worth it! It was smooth, rich, perfectly balanced, and definitely had a nice kick. One of the better espresso martinis I've had in a while. We ordered the seafood platter to split, and honestly, it was the perfect amount of food for two people. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and came out hot. Our waitress, Kay, was amazing! She was so sweet, patient, and happy to answer all of our questions about the menu. She recommended the espresso martini and the mac and cheese. She was spot-on about the martini! The mac and cheese was good, but it was a little on the dry side and could've used a little more seasoning. That was probably the only thing we'd change. Overall, we had a really great experience. Great food, delicious drinks, awesome service, and a fun atmosphere, it checked all the boxes. If you're nearby, definitely stop in. And if you're not, I'd honestly say it's worth making the drive. We'll definitely be back! Ratings: Food: 8/10 Drinks: 8.5/10 Ambiance: 9.5/10 Customer Service: 9.5/10 Overall: 9/10

    We had a good time as a party of 2 on a Friday night. We arrived shortly before 8pm without a…read morereservation and the gentleman working the parking lot was kind to inform us that we may only get a seat at the bar, which was fine. There were some larger parties waiting, but luckily the hostess had a picnic table for 2 available outside of the bar area. The live band was good but we are old and thus were happy not to be seated so close that we had to shout to hear each other. They had signs posted saying they were out of steamed crabs, so it may be good to call before going there if that's what you're aiming for. We ordered the Brussel sprout appetizer, crab dip, and chicken Chesapeake sandwich. All three were very good. My only critique was that there was a bit too much salt on top of the crab dip. I also got a non alcoholic lemon basil fizz. I did not taste any of the basil and for $11 I would skip this next time. Overall we were happy with the experience and would gladly come back.

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    Faidley's Seafood in the new Lexington Market absolutely lived up to its reputation. Everything we…read moreordered was fresh, flavorful, and prepared with care. The Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes were the star of the meal--packed with large pieces of sweet crab meat, lightly seasoned, and cooked to perfection with very little filler. The Haddock was fresh, flaky, and perfectly fried with a light, crispy coating. We also ordered the Pot Boil with crabs, shrimp, and snow crab legs, and it did not disappoint. The seafood was fresh, generously portioned, and seasoned just right, making it a fun and satisfying meal to share. What made the experience even better was the outstanding staff. Everyone was incredibly attentive, friendly, and accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed and taking the time to answer our questions with a smile. Their excellent service truly elevated the entire dining experience. If you're visiting Baltimore and love fresh seafood, Faidley's at the new Lexington Market is a must-visit.

    I spontaneously tried this place for lunch…read more Of course, as everyone else in Baltimore, I have tried their crab cake before. It was in 2012. That's a long time. It was pretty good. Worth the hype. On my last visit last month, I went and got a Catfish Filet and Medium Tea. The Catfish is what took this review from a 5 Star to 4. I was very unsatisfied and disappointed in the Catfish. The breading was icky. Too much, not tasty, and funny looking. The tea was ok. I will skip that as well on my next visit. I will try the Shrimp Platter upon my next visit. I would like to end this review on a better note. Customer Service was very pleasant and the atmosphere, seats, and the tabletops were clean. Ok, that's it.

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    Loch Bar

    Loch Bar

    4.0
    (649 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    We stopped in here for happy hour on a Friday. My friends and I ordered quite a few things to share…read moreand most everything was amazing. We order the turkey club, hush puppies, cream of crab soup, the charcuterie board, fries, and fried oysters to share. The turkey club was the star of the show. It had nice layers of avocado, the chicken was cooked well, and the bacon added a nice touch. For drinks we stuck to the margaritas and they were perfect! I would say you can skip the fries, the seasoning was great the batch of fries we had seemed like they might not have been fresh. The rest of the menu was so good I would still say you could skip the fries and order a double serving of hush puppies.

    Although the food and waitstaff were excellent, the overall experience was disappointing…read more We arrived early for our reservation and were promptly seated at the worst table in the restaurant: the only table with no view, the waitstaff work area directly behind the table, and constant foot traffic behind us as well. We immediately asked the hostess for a different table. She told as that the three booths and the six other two-tops were all reserved. She left us with no attempt at an apology and promptly put reserved signs on all the open tables. When we left an hour later, one booth and 4 two-tops had never been used. Much to our dismay, we saw people seated outside even though we had received a text before arriving saying the patio was closed for the evening. To add insult to injury, even half empty, the noise level was so uncomfortable since everything was tile, marble, or wood that the alarm sensor on my smart watch sounded because of the decibel level. We will not be back.

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    We had friends visiting from Japan and brought them to Phillips after a day at the Baltimore…read moreNational Aquarium. We had the pleasure of having Ellen (spelling?) as our waitress. She was absolutely amazing in every way. She went out of her to welcome our friends from Japan, talked to them about how special Phillips is and recommended just the right dishes to them to maximize their visit to Phillips and Maryland. They enjoyed the Crab soup, appetizers, platters and topped it off with some Smith Island cake which she rightly explained was the national dessert of Maryland. To make sure everyone could have a taste of the soup she brought tiny cups so even the kids could have taste. Phillips is lucky to have such a lovely and warm young server that brings about such outstanding experiences for their guests.

    Dated place with friendly staff but waiting on our food was evidently not good especially when it…read morecame somewhat unexpectedly unappetizing! The pretzel crab dip was not good and I would have rather have a pretzel and the dip separately than drizzled on. It lost the texture pf the pretzel, it felt microwaved soften vs freshly baked... Shrimp i ordered while tasty had the sauce drizzled in them---i just wanted simple fried. I think the menu could be more clarifying in their description... A one off for me. I supposed it's gotten a lot of traffic that seatings, tables and corners looked unclean...

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