Sad to have give such a low score because the jumbo crab cake was very good, however I can not get…read morepast the fact that they charged me a gratuity charge (I think it was 15%) because I asked for a to go box to take home my leftovers and did it in a sneaky way without any upfront disclosure. So it cost me $10-15 to for a plastic takeout container. Had I not looked at the customer copy of the bill I would have not only not known but I would have tipped based on the total which already included the additional gratuity charge (which was not disclosed on the merchant copy). This is so unnecessary and ruined what would have been a good experience. They said it was a "sharing charge" which I have experienced and applies when u have another diner with you and u decide to split an entree. Had they disclosed I would at least had the option to finish the meal. The saying "stepping over dollars to pick up pennies " seems to apply as this left such a bad taste I doubt I will return despite the fact the crab cake was delicious and the loaded baked potato was average (hardly loaded) Beware of the hidden gratuity for take home leftovers!!! Update to above: I did follow up with Angie this morning and she was very kind and offered to credit back my card for the extra gratuity. She also explained that I was misled about the "sharing charge" but they do automatically add 15% gratuity regardless of party size or quality of service. So I would give 4 stars for the food quality and 1 star for the way in which they present and charge gratuity. Tipping should remain at the discretion of the diner based on service and food quality otherwise just get rid of tipping and raise your prices

Just visited today 5/12/26 the food was good, but the portions were very very tiny or small. I had…read morea very costly experience that included a single crab cake, with fries and an Angie's relaxer drink. I will leave it there.

My favorite restaurant in Baltimore. The food and service ALWAYS shine. The ambience is tight,…read morequaint, but a little noisy. I lived in Boston previously and Thames's lobster roll is BETTER than any I had there. It's my default order, but explore their specials when they catch my eye. I can also recommend thier scallops and fish. Their crab cakes are great as well; however, I reccomend getting other items here and crab cakes elsewhere if you're making multiple food stops in Bmore as there are equally good crab cakes at other places (Pappas, Faidleys, Nick's, Coco's etc.) but not equally good other dishes. I'm not an oyster guy, but they also have the best raw bar in town, and they have an in house dedicated pastry chef who makes desserts which are to die for if you save room.

Such an amazing experience! My close friend and I went for an impromptu Friday afternoon meal and…read moredrinks. They have a wonderful variety of oysters (local, from CT, MA and Newfoundland). It was a cozy location and although they were busy they quickly got us seated! The staff was prompt at filling our drinks and getting us more tasty eats. We ended up getting two trays of oysters (went well with our gin martinis), and the crab soup with short rib. So enjoyable and really warmed our bellies. I will definitely return to try their crab cake (the gentleman next us ordered it) enticing me to come back.

Omg so delicious!! We had the Boat Load of Food with a pitcher of draft beer and a side of Old Bay…read morefries. 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!

Our favorite meal of our Baltimore trip!…read more LP Steamers was the closer of two spots that were recommended to me. The 71 bus doesn't run that frequently, but it got us there and back again! In fact it stops right by the restaurant! They only had medium $7.50 and large $10 that night. I would suggest getting the larger size to make the work cracking the crabs more efficient. Although now that I think of it, it might make it tougher to crack through the shell... Oh well, you do you. We ordered 3 large crabs apiece and a onion ring appetizer to share. They provide you each with your weapons of the evening - a wooden mallet and a knife - however if you want a bib or lemons, those are by request only. When your steamed crabs are ready, they are slid into the middle of your table with great skill. Voila! Dinner is served! Go at them! My first of three took me 35 minutes. 1 hour 48 min it took me to eat all 3.

Very fresh and affordable seafood. Fast service. Located in the center of the market. Inside is…read morenice and open and the food was delicious. They have everything from oysters to shrimp. Raw and cooked seafood available as well as sides and Agua frescas. I got the fish tacos for only $10. They were well seasoned and came with pico, salsa verde, and chopped lettuce. Definitely going back!

A short walk from the Saturday Farmers Market​ is Sal & Sons Seafood in the Broadway Market. It…read moreisn't a big building so you can't miss it. Order at the register, and wait for your check # to be called. We shared the Maryland crab cake sandwich platter $18.95 and fried oyster sandwich $12.95 off the regular menu​, on brioche with lettuce onion and tomato. For the side of the platter we got vegetables, for the drink we had our pick of the bottled drinks in the fridge. The vegetable portion was impressive - plenty to share for two! The sandwiches were satisfactory. The portions good for the price.

Up stairs dining room at nice atmosphere. The server was friendly and provided good service. The…read morefood was tasty.

Truly a beautiful day of fun in the sun. I ventured out to Mama's on the Half Shell to celebrate…read moreoyster week and I was totally satisfied with the results. The Rockefeller oysters were the best I have had yet... the spinach and cheese stuffing was absolutely delicious. The gorgeous weather played a major role in how electric the atmosphere was, and the outside patio was jubilant and filled with patrons. Now for me the raw oyster tower selection pushed my experience over the top. The oysters were fresh and chilled to perfection. And for the record, the menu is filled with a lot more tasty dishes than just oysters... so I encourage you on the next nice day ( over the spring & summer ) to stop by Mama's on the Half Shell for an experience that won't disappoint.

Crab cakes are very good. Ordered the lump cake and ate it there. The soft shell crab sandwich is…read moremeh. For almost the same price, I'd get a 2nd crab cake. Loved the lump crab cakes so much that I ordered 4 (over $100) to bring to my cousins house for dinner. They were very explicit with heating instructions which I can tell they had pride in their food and don't want me to mess it up at home. Pricey but highly recommend.

We made it in time to Faidley's Seafood at the Lexington Market before it closed at 5:30pm!…read more The two of us split the lump crab cake platter (market price $31.95 August 2025), the backfin crab cake platter​ (market price $21.95), and Maryland crab soup $6.50), with the selected sides: cucumber salad, potato salad, Cole slaw, and macaroni and cheese. The crab cakes were accompanied by a handful of greens, and heaping portions of the sides. The soup came with a handful of wrapped crackers - more than we knew what to do with! I preferred the lump crab cake, the sides were all good with the crisp cucumber salad and Cole slaw being pleasantly refreshing. The potato salad was the creamy sort. The shreds of crab was visibly evident in the veggie filled minestrone type soup, but not as evident in taste. It is always tough to get your fix of veggies on vacation, so I'd probably get the lump crab cake with cucumber salad and Cole slaw on another visit, or try one of their seasonal items.

This is a great casual place to eat seafood boil in Baltimore. The place is big and have a lot of…read morespace for a big group. I recommend making a reservation ahead of time though. We got lucky to be seated without a reservation on a Saturday night. I recommend getting the deep fried Mac and cheese with your dish. We ordered the mixed bag with shrimp and clams good for 1 person. The price is reasonable and the taste is great. Highly recommend if you are in the area.

a lot of food, good service! we got the Poseidon plate,…read morefried oyster with sweet potato fries and added noodles, pork sausage, and extra corn on top. my favorite was the sweet potato fries. they were the best fries i've ever had. the noodles were pretty good too, but the sauce made it way too salty at the end. seafood was fresh and staff was very attentive and nice! overall good seafood boil restaurant, and would come back next time im back in baltimore.

Nicks is always the place to be! If you're looking for a cool atmosphere, great food and drinks, as…read morewell as huge, delicious crabs...Nick's is your place! Taz was excellent, and gave us a great experience overall!

Nick's Fish House definitely delivered when it came to the food! The crabs were sooooo…read moregood--well-seasoned, meaty, and worth the trip. The batter on the fried shrimp was absolutely on point: crispy, flavorful, and cooked just right. A few things kept this from being a 5-star experience. The wait time was pretty long, and since they no longer take reservations, it can be frustrating trying to get a table. Also, being in Baltimore, I was surprised they were sold out of crabs by 3 PM. That's not exactly what you'd expect in a city known for its seafood. A few of the crabs were a little overcooked, but they still had plenty of meat and great flavor. Overall, the food was strong enough that I'd come back again. If you're craving crabs and seafood with a great waterfront atmosphere, Nick's Fish House is still a solid spot.

After visiting the Aquarium we found a quick walk to Miss Shirley's was in order…read more From the moment we entered Miss Shirley the customer service was excellent. The hostess was friendly, accommodated our party of 8 and helped us navigate the menu. Andrew, our server, was helpful, polite, explained the menu items we were interested in and was very efficient. The menu is varied. I had the Quinoa bowl which was chock full of avocado, fresh vegetables and I added hot honey salmon! Delicious!!! The ambience is casual and the staff friendly and attentive. Everyone in our party enjoyed their lunch and we would highly recommend Miss Shirley's. It definitely was a value and worth visiting!!

The food was good however I do have some complaints. We came here expecting a simple cafe and when…read morewe ordered eggs and a few other things thinking the would be simple but instead they had a seasoning on them and were more gourmet. This place would be better if they told you there was a seasoning or topping on your meal. Overall I would eat here again but it is not my first pick.

Came here for a celebratory family dinner while visiting Baltimore for the first time, and we knew…read morewe had to try seafood since Maryland is famous for its blue crabs. We ordered the small raw seafood tower, the steamed seafood platter, and the lobster pasta from the large plates section. We are a family of four with a pretty big appetite, and it ended up being the perfect amount of food for us. Everything was delicious and incredibly fresh. The raw tower came with cocktail sauce, mignonette, horseradish, and lemon slices, and the steamed platter was served with melted butter and nicely seasoned spices. There was also hot sauce and Old Bay seasoning on the table so you could customize everything to your taste. Once the seafood arrived we got fully busy with our hands and all the tools provided, which honestly made the whole experience even more fun. I genuinely cannot pick a favorite because we enjoyed every single thing we ordered. I also tried the Orange Crush, which I learned is a Maryland vodka drink made with freshly crushed fruit juice. That drink was dangerous because it tasted just like orange juice, but the vodka definitely sneaks up on you. Since we were celebrating, dessert was on the house, which was such a thoughtful touch. We shared the cast iron baked cookie with salted caramel ice cream and it was the perfect ending to the meal. The cookie was crispy around the edges, soft and moist in the middle, and the slight saltiness from the ice cream paired so well with it. Our server, Lylah, was wonderful and made sure we always had everything we needed throughout the meal. This ended up being such a memorable dinner for our family. Highly recommend The Choptank for seafood, celebrations, and a fun dining experience in Baltimore.

The food was good but the service was terrible. We sat down for a late lunch on a Sunday at 2 PM…read more It took over two hours to get our entrees and the place was not even a quarter full. The waitress made a bunch of mistakes that she never apologized for like not bringing a bottle of wine we ordered until an hour after we sat down, accidentally ordering an additional seafood platter and not removing it from the check, not including fries with a dish that came with them, then charging us extra for them when we asked her to please bring them. In total lunch took over 3 hours when it should have been half that at most. Good help is hard to find these days it seems.