Drinks- yum, raw oysters and steamed clams- yum, fried green tomato BLT, surprise yum, crab cake…read moreyum. Brittany as excellent server

08.08.24 My wife and I eat out often and have driven past…read moreWharf 38 a lot, so we decided to finally give it a try. It was 4 PM when we arrived, wasn't very busy, so we decided to sit outside on the deck rather than inside. Each table has its own umbrella, which was nice because it did drizzle a little while we were eating. Our waitress was very nice and greeted us shortly after we sat down. She took our drink order. My wife had an iced tea, and I ordered the Upside Down Mule, a refreshing mix of Tito's, pineapple purée, and ginger beer. The drink was okay, but even though it was described as having pineapple purée, I really couldn't taste any pineapple. The funny thing was when I went to pick up the mug by the handle, the handle came right off! I mentioned it to our waitress, and she offered to get me a new cup, but I was fine using the cup without the handle. For dinner, my wife ordered the 1/2-pound shrimp, Baltimore style--onions, potatoes, Old Bay and butter, with an extra $3 charge. I ordered the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake for $44, described as a fresh, no-filler jumbo lump crab cake. It came with fried Brussels sprouts and an additional side, which I chose as the Sweet Corn Summer Salad--charred sweet corn, confit tomato, fried black beans, roasted red pepper and cilantro over romaine lettuce, cotija cheese, creamy lime dressing and fried tortilla strips. I noticed that my salad had green peppers instead of red peppers. Since I cannot eat green peppers, I asked our waitress about it. She told me that was how it comes. However, the menu specifically says roasted red pepper, not green pepper. This is something the restaurant really needs to correct, either on the menu or with the kitchen, so someone doesn't order the dish expecting red peppers and end up with something they cannot eat. I caught it dyer my first bite eating. Then came another issue. My wife's dinner came out, but my meal wasn't ready. She waited for me, and I finally told her to go ahead and eat before her food got cold. About 10 minutes later, my meal finally came out. I don't understand why both meals didn't come out together. We weren't ordering crabs or something that would obviously come out when ready. We were ordering two regular dinner entrées, and the restaurant wasn't busy. Ten minutes is a long time between two meals, especially when one person is sitting there waiting while the other is eating. When my meal finally arrived, everything looked good, but I was disappointed with the size of the crab cake. For $44, and being listed as a dinner entrée rather than a sandwich, I expected a much larger crab cake. What makes this even more disappointing is that a picture of the dinner on their website shows two crab cakes, while the crab cake sandwiches pictured on the website were actually larger than the single crab cake I received with my dinner. I understand pictures can sometimes be for presentation purposes, but there was a pretty big difference between what I saw online and what was actually served. More importantly, the crab cake needed to be cooked a little longer. It should have had more browning on the outside not just shack some old bay on it, and the food needed to be hot. The crab cake was only warm, and even the Brussels sprouts were just lukewarm. The food itself had good flavor, but there were several things that need some cleaning up. $44 is a lot for a 4-ounce crab cake, especially when it isn't served hot and the Brussels sprouts are lukewarm. Overall, the meal was ok, but we expected more for the prices, we eat out a lot and don't mind paying for good food! The service was friendly, but the timing of the meals, the temperature of the food, the size of the crab cake, and the issue with the peppers are things the restaurant should address. And then charge 3% for a credit card fee and not even tell us. Would have been 4-5 stars without issues.

When I want to get my corned beef Reuben sandwich fix in Southern Maryland, this is the place…read more Great and friendly staff and the outdoor seating is fantastic on a nice day.

"Why did it have to snow tonight?! We're stuck in this hospital...when we should be following that…read moremonster's trail," Roberto DaCosta (Sunspot) shook with anger as he expressed a desire to seek revenge against who or what attacked their teammate, Danielle Moonstar, leaving her on an operating table on the brink of death. "Waste o' time, Bobby, you won't find the critter there," Sam Guthrie (Cannonball), the oldest of the teenagers that make up the New Mutants, responded, "It'll be here." "What are you talking about, Sam? Explain yourself!" "Stands t' reason, ever since we've known her, Dani's had a special fear of a spirit bear she said murdered her parents. None of us really really gave the story much credit, after all who believes in magic?" Sam paused oh so slightly before continuing. " 'Cept Illyana's a real witch, an' we fought demons and sorceresses. Maybe Dani wasn't kidding." Sam shifted his tone to reveal his evidence. "Illyana tells me Dani spent the last week or so in the Danger Room fighting bears! T'night, she walked out into a [winter] storm, alone, armed with a bow an' arrows an' wearing war paint! And got mauled. We were wrong t' doubt her. We should'a listened, we should'a seen the signs." Whenever my wife and I visit a restaurant or bar for the first time, whether we are there by ourselves or--in this case--treated to a meal by our favorite neighbors--I can count on her to sort through, heed, and pick up on every nuance in every aspect of culinary service that is there to be sensed. In this case, at the Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar at 421 Deale Road in Maryland, the food was mostly wonderful, and the prices were more than reasonable for this economy. What prevents Dockside from receiving at least four stars was primarily the service. Two orders of fries, one sweet potato and one regular, weren't hot; and although our waitress reluctantly brought one of the orders back to exchange it for a new batch, the fries didn't taste any warmer. Our other host ordered his crabcake lightly-fried, only for it to be brought out broiled. He still enjoyed it, but it wasn't exactly what he wanted or ordered. By the end of the meal, it became obvious that, if we return, we need to ask for Sarah, who, although she was tending the bar and wasn't even our waitress, still brought one of our neighbors a fresh cup of Pepsi Zero that she could take on our return trip home. Sarah also exhibited a great sense of humor, an attentiveness and an attention to detail, and, most importantly, remembered with pleasure our hosts, who have dined there frequently. Apart from the pumpkin cheesecake, which was so infused with nutmeg and pumpkin spice that even Linus from Peanuts couldn't have tasted the pumpkin, and the lukewarm fries, our meals were terrific. I devoured the perfectly-seasoned shrimp from the fried shrimp platter; everyone loved their onion rings and their cream of crab and Maryland crab soups; and we all agreed that the crabcakes, boiled and fried, were scrumptious.

Modern, dark, speakeasy vibes on the inside with windows overlooking the Main Street, and a…read morespacious outdoor deck quite literally in the shadow of the gorgeous Maryland State House. All housed in the historic Capital Hotel, newly renovated in November of 2022. The atmosphere here is immaculate. It is a must see when enjoying the sights of Annapolis. My girlfriend and I stopped in on a Thursday afternoon after touring the State House. We each ordered the Monkey Smoke (Penicillin), and she ordered a small plate with avocado and lump crabmeat, which we ordered just in time as the kitchen closed between 3 and 4. The standout of the day for me was the old fashioned, made with plum bitters. One of the best old fashioneds I've ever had. The servers were all very friendly and quick. We will definitely come back the next time we're in town, and definitely recommend this to others.

Enjoyed a sampling of small bites and cocktails on the patio overlooking the State House. Stay…read moreaway from the sweeter drinks like the Naked & Famous and steer into the vodkas and whiskeys. The apps were good sized and worked for our table of four: HITS: Prosciutto & Melon; Shrimp MISS: Goat cheese - very sweet :-(

Whenever we're back in town, we make sure to make a stop at the wheel house. It's always an…read moreenjoyable time. Drinks are fantastic, the staff is welcoming and friendly and the music is always on point. Make sure to give them a try if you're in the area.

I like coming here on warm sunny days. I'm not a beer drinker but I go for the ambience. This place…read morelooks like someone's house but it's such a cool spot to hang out and just chill. The bar tenders are great and the service is usually very quick, even when it's busy. I usually get the blackberry mule mocktail, with perfectly muddled fresh fruit and a little garnish on top. They don't serve food but you can have food from nearby restaurants delivered (Vaughn Cheese, City Sliders). The backyard is where it's at! There's a stage set up, covered by a tent. There's also a small stage back there where they often have live music on the weekends. Occasionally they also have food trucks as well.

Do as the locals do! My mom and I were visiting North Beach for the day and saw great reviews for…read morethis place. We were able to grab a spot on the patio before the bourbon activation that was taking place. It was giving local hang out, beach town vibes Our server was great - very attentive and helpful with suggestions. We ordered hush puppies to start with a Paloma & Blackberry Margarita. The hush puppies were delicious! Slightly sweet with a cinnamon whipped butter that was amazing! The cocktails left a lot to be desired - sweeter than anything and the taste of the purees/juice was off for both. Our lunch options were fabulous! My mom had the Southern Fish & Chips (I think it was catfish) and I had Barramundi for the first time. Pleasantly surprised with no complaints! This is a great option if you like seafood and want that down home vibe

We felt like locals as soon as we walked into this charming beach cottage restaurant a block from…read morethe Bay. Our server Lucy couldn't have been more sweet and fun, even laughing at my dumb joke about celebrating Grandma's 21st bday. We ordered: Crab cake sandwich with zucchini and squash Single crab cake with roasted Brussels, maple, bacon Steak fajita bowl Mojitos Non-alcoholic cocktails (blueberry lemon and raspberry lavender) Flourless chocolate cake Peanut butter pie Loved the crabcakes - all big meat, no filler. Son reports the steak bowl was 7/10, delicious but could have used sauce for more flavor. ADORED the drinks, the mocktails were muddled with fresh fruit. Deserts were very very high quality. Can't wait to come back.

I absolutely love King's Ransom! The atmosphere is really dope. It is definitely hard to find as it…read moreis in a pizza shop. I went there with one of my friends and we really enjoyed ourselves. It is a nice quiet, hidden speak easy with great vibes. The service was impeccable. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. She gave great suggestions for drinks. We decided on a sour. Which was whisky, lemon, and honey. It was perfectly mixed and served. I also tried the Toki Highball which was excellent. It was rich in flavor and not too strong. If you are really into Whisky King's Ransom needs to be on your list to visit. Unfortunately, we did not order food but the couple next to us ordered the pizza and fries and it looked delicious. The ambiance was great. Its a little upscale with dark lighting. The raised bar and lighting add to the unique experience. This bar is great for date night or just a night out with friends in Alexandria, Va. If you are in the area check it out...you won't be disappointed. Cheers!

We planned a happy hour cocktail before dinner at Josephine's. I'm genuinely baffled at why anyone…read morewould rate this place as anything special. The "hidden" speakeasy is just a second floor bar. (And the bar is nothing remotely like a speakeasy vibe). Tried to order Hendricks gin. Nope. Then Bombay Sapphire. Nope. TheFour bottles of gin that no one had ever heard of. "How about a Jamesons"? Nope. Poor selection of booze and zero atmosphere. (The bartender was fine, though not at all apologetic about the lack of standard liquor selections). There are way better bars....

We were there two times. Trust me this is a great spot for dinner…read more Andrew and Sean at the bar we fun to talk to and were versed in whiskey from Scotland. The food was over whelming. We ordered too much and took a lot back to the room. The had rolled sushi was fun and worth a return visit. We came for the oysters and was happy with the selection. The MDs were my fav. My wife got an assortment. Happy as a clam. The pork rolls were very tasty. And the sourdough bread was a nice fresh and crusty. Only mistake we made was cheese and radicchio made for a throw out as my dairy allergy and wife's ruffage allergy made it a no go. Drinks were great. Ambience was cool no noise to notice.

This establishment is consistently good. We mainly sit outside but the interior is really nice…read more Staff is consistently professional and everything comes out quick! There is a full service menu and also a shared plates card that you can order certain quantities of things like Oysters for example. I've never had a problem with seating but in all fairness we come during non peak times like late Sunday or early Saturday dinner. Great energy and the music selection is a great vibe.

The pub is a cozy little bar and intimate restaurant. When it is warmer outside, there is an…read moreoutside dining area. Parking for guests is free. It wasn't busy when we arrived on a Sunday. The bar section has a wide screen television and seating at tables or directly by the bar. It is small and nice. The location is convenient, especially if you don't want to leave the Inn. There are coffee shops and restaurants in town (including Ava's & Limoncello). The dining area has a fireplace and water themed decorations. The menu has salads and sandwiches and pub food. Hubby enjoyed the mussels & a burger. The French fries were yummy. The Impossible burgers were good. The home made dressing had apple cider vinegar in it, which made the dish. I asked for extra pickles and finally found a bartender who "gets" me. She brought a large portion. We had an unrushed visit with our friends. Tip: If you want ice for your room ask for two cups to carry with you when you are done. You can also order an ice bucket from guest services.

Small pub area inside the Inn at Perry cabin. Were sat right away, food and beverages came out…read morequickly and were quite tasty. We split the wedge salad, mussels, crab soup, and short rib dumplings. Finished off with a cookie and ice cream for dessert. Our server was the only one taking care of all the tables but she did it with ease and was attentive to all. Good stuff!

Pleasantly surprised when I walked in the speakeasy type side door! Beautiful inside with a large…read morearray of bottles on the bar wall. Our bartender did a fantastic job making our specialty drinks! Bathrooms are super nice and are stocked with mints, gum, hairspray, pads, etc. so handy!!! Can't wait to go back again!!

Shhhh. This place is kind of a local secret, I think. It is behind Generals Liquors in…read moreCrownsville. Some friends who live up that way encouraged a group of us to meet there for Happy Hour. They open at 3:00 pm, and we were the first ones there. Look for the blue door in the back. The manager & bartender is named Gary, and he was awesome. They have a delicious menu of craft cocktails, plus beer and wines. They don't have their own kitchen, but they do have food boxes available from Bread & Butter Kitchen in Eastport. You can also bring food in, or have it delivered while you are there. I had two Apple Mules, which were SO refreshing. Several in our group tried the Blood Orange Martini, which looked yummy. The decor at the bar is really nice.

One of the most under-rated restaurants downtown, everyone... meet Fox's Den!…read more Something so easy to miss, but you'd realllly be missing out if you continued to walk. Their fat fries, brussel sprouts & pizza, is 100% 5-stars. My server, Alex was awesome too, ensuring I was satisfied nearly every chance she could. I've frequented this place before, and have no issue in returning for a third!

I came to Annapolis for my birthday weekend and unfortunately had one of the worst service…read moreexperiences here at the Fox's Den. Our server, Bobby M, was rude and dismissive from the start. When I asked if they had burgers, he tapped the menu and said, "We are a pizza spot!!!" which immediately set the tone. We decided to stay anyway, but things didn't improve. My husband ordered the braised short ribs, not realizing it came with a spicy sauce. When we brought it up, Bobby told us if it was remade, we'd be charged for both orders. No effort to check with the kitchen or involve a manager -- just a flat no. Then my husband ordered an Old Forester 1924, but was given the 1920 instead. The 1924 is highly allocated and hard to find. when he saw they had it, he really wanted to taste it. When we pointed it out, Bobby just said, "Oh, okay," and never corrected the drink or offered a solution. The only bright spot was the bartender, who was friendly and offered him a taste of the 1924; that was the only moment of good service all night. Really disappointing experience, especially for a birthday celebration. 1 star only because of the bartender.