I ended up hungry and in Owings, MD, and multiple positive reviews led me to Pinky's Eatery. As soon as I parked and got out the car, I smelled BBQ. That was a good sign. When I entered I was a little overwhelmed with the menu, but Aiden at the register was super patient while I looked over everything. I decided on the jerk chicken with mac & cheese and cabbage and collards. While waiting for my order, somebody brought a fresh rack of ribs in from the grill, so I sure did get back in line to add an order of that as well! The jerk chicken and the ribs were both excellent! They were cooked well and super flavorful and juicy. I wasn't too crazy about the sides, but they actually tasted better when I reheated them the next day. I still gave 4 stars because the customer service was awesome! read more

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If the term "soul food" has any significance in your life, you MUST get this food. My only disappointment is that it is not a sit down restaurant and that it isn't open more hours. This is authentic American southern cuisine! read more

The food is delicious & you get a nice portion of most of the food! The staff is friendly! Randy, Keith, DC, & Ms. Bertie keep things moving in a professional manner. Order before you pick up because the wait can be long if you don't!! They stay pretty busy all the time, especially Sundays & holidays!! Enjoy!!! read more

If you're down this way, Pinky's Eatery is a must stop... outside of the items on the steam bar, the meal is prepared once ordered. It's less a restaurant and instead a step back in time to your Grandma's house including the picking of fresh collards in the main room... I had the smoked wings but I'll be back for the fish, the shrimp, the turkey wings and so much more! Make your way over to Pinkey' s Eatery, you won't regret it.... read more

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Fantastic food. Order before arriving to ensure you get the meal you want because they sell out fast. Large portions of great seasoned food. read more

There is not a bad choice on this menu, but if you're looking for suggestions, the jerk chicken is fantastic, the collard greens are a must, and the catfish is phenomenal. Staff is very friendly and inviting, but plan to take your food to go as there isn't much space for eating onsite. This isn't a fast food stop, but good food takes time! Expect about 20 min or more between ordering and getting to enjoy your delicious meal read more

The food is really good here. From scratch homemade and delicious southern cooking and bbq. It is strictly take out and the only reason I dock one star is because the service can be very slow more often than not, especially at dinner times on Friday and Saturday. No online ordering so my only suggestion is to call ahead because they will answer the phone, even when there is a line backed up, which can be a little frustrating. As long as you're patient, it's worth the wait. read more

Pinky's Eatery - Rib and grilled shrimp combo with sweet potato souflee and collard greens with corn bread - Southern Near Me - Owings, Maryland

Great variety of food. Excellent choices of sides to go with your meal. Must try their food to believe the excellent items served.

Here it is Yelp...I'm coming with straight fiya out of Owings, MD...sometimes you just have to drive for quality food and sometimes that drive may be slightly less than 30 minutes...big question everyone will ask...Was it worth it? I've been to Pinky's Eatery about 4 times...each time the food gets better and better...I've even used Pinky's Eatery for catering events of small and large parties and each time...the service levels rise higher and higher. Pinky's keeps you guessing with their daily specials...it's always something new to try... There is a section to eat inside by the window but I typically take all of my orders to-go. When doing catering events they will deliver but sometimes I just pick the order up and it's been hot, fresh and ready each time. My favorite items to order: Catfish, Ribs, Whiting, Ox Tails, Yams, and those baked beans are fire Presentation is everything to me...hence why I keep coming back. I save my reviews...I try to review local places after several visits...what you have here is an official review after several visits...Pinky's Eatery is ready to go...give 'em a try. read more

They are making magic happen here!! Rib tips, catfish, greens & cabbage, sweet potato soufflé...it's all delicious. Super friendly service. So satisfying to have such a fulfilling meal. We are under the trees at their picnic tables outside. Can't wait to try more on their menu. read more

Food and service consistently good! Fried fish and fried shrimp platters are go to dishes for me. They never disappoint and the portions are great. read more

About a 1-1.5: I was a little sad to see the previous breakfast/cafe place gone, but excited to to check this new eatery that replaced it. Pinky's Eatery offers a pretty large menu, offering dinner plates like Pecan Wood Smoked Ribs, Pork Chops, Louisiana Fried Fish and Shrimp, Maryland Crab Cakes, etc. There are also salads and daily specials, too. We tried the Ox Tails dinner (one of their specials of the day), the Pinky's Ultimate Seafood Platter (with fried fish, crab cake, Chesapeake fried oysters, and fried shrimp), and a Smoked Rib Tip Sandwich. Unfortunately, we did not enjoy any of the items we had ordered. The ox tails were cooked way too long and were tough, and we were just not a fan of their thicker 'creamed' sauce on top - it looked flavorful, but it was not. The fried seafood didn't seem to be cooked in a recently new batch of oil, as it had an old oil odor to it; also, the seafood themselves were way overcooked. The crab cake way was rubbery and tough, and also contained pieces of shells throughout. The smoked rip tip sandwich was inedible - it was tough and covered with too much sauce. For the sides, we tried the collared greens and the mac and cheese - both were forgettable. We tried their corn, but it was a crusted battered corn and fried - the exterior just slipped right off, and we didn't see the novelty on this item. Everything was tossed. We also tried a couple of juices that seem to be locally made (the Royal brands - the Guava Punch and the Ginger Root) - we couldn't finish these, as each drink had a mildew/old dish rags aftertaste. There's only a couple of tables with limited counter seating. Most seem to get their orders to go, and there was a line. I just wished we had the same delicious experience as others have had. I'm glad I checked out Pinky's, but will not return. +old oil used +tough meats +overcooked seafood +avoid the local juices +limited seating +parking in small lot read more

Pinky's catered a birthday party at the American Legion, Post 206 in Chesapeake Beach today. The food was incredible! Keith fried fish on location as well as burgers, hot dogs and Chicken. Tiffany served pasta salad, potato salad, the world's best Mac'n Cheese, greens were to die for, fresh sweet potatoes, salad and a few other items. If you are looking for someone to make your next event special, consider Pinky's. You will not be disappointed. read more

This is my first visit here. Pack on your patience. Even though the food is already cooked it's about a 15 minute wait. And, there's no dining in. Not because of COVID-19, it's a small venue. We ordered the smothered pork chops with cabbage and collards, mac and cheese, and slightly sweetened cornbread. The portions were enough for two ppl. The mac and cheese needs some work. It's like elementary school cafeteria style. read more

Pinky's Eatery - Today's offerings. - Southern Near Me - Owings, Maryland

OMG Pinky's is the go to for great food in Calvert county Little strip mall in Owings, but don't let that fool you. Got pulled pork w 2 sides and fried pork chops w 2 sides PP off the hook as was fried PCs Side were candied yams, Mac n cheese, sweet potato soufflé and red beans and rice. Everything was perfect!! Also Popeyes got NOTHIN on pinky's red beans and rice!! Please patronize this Calvert gem!! read more

Pinky's Eatery - pecan smoked ribs - Southern Near Me - Owings, Maryland

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Jerk Chicken Sandwich. Perfect mix of sweet, smoke and heat. Chicken was grilled, very tender with nice char. Side of greens were the best wife has ever had. Even the fries were perfectly cooked. Will be back. read more

The fried catfish, shrimp, cornbread and Mac and cheese were perfect, and a little bit of vinegar on the collards and cabbage made it perfect read more

Pinky's Eatery - Southern Near Me - Owings, Maryland

Pretty good but they don't sell anything but ginger drinks, I don't recall even being water bottles available just different flavors of a ginger root drink that isn't good if you aren't a fan of ginger read more

Food and service are amazing would recommend this to friends and family and the dessert are the bomb you would love them

Okay so I'm a huge Pinky's fan!! It's country soul food with plenty seafood too. I'm working my way through the menu!! Ribs, pork chops, fried chicken.... I even had oxtails last week. Sides like old school MacNCheese, greens, green beans, red beans n rice. Sides come with meals but extra sides are easy to purchase. It has become my weekly treat these days!! I almost always call in my order for picking up. Nice happy sociable folks, my order always ready when I get there. Certainly my fave these days!! read more

This place is awesome! My son and his friends told me about it. The food is so good. The best BBQ and sweet potato soufflé! We got the triple meat and it was plenty for two people. We now make this place our weekly order. It's really a take out place and you do have to wait a bit to get the food since they're super busy so order ahead for pick up. read more

Food was absolutely Amazing! They have comfort food, and it is comforting. They also sell amazing desserts. This is a must try! The customer was very friendly and welcoming! read more

So good the food is made fresh. I ordered the catfish with some greens and potato salad. It is delicious. Next time I go I'm ordering the ribs. I may just go through the whole menu while living down here. Definitely a place people need to try. read more

Pinky's Eatery - Fried catfish - Southern Near Me - Owings, Maryland

The roast beef and wingettes are good don't have to wait for food since I order by phone ahead of time --loved the lemon pound cakes

Omg. Finally tried this place and so happy we did! Ribs were heavy, meaty, but tender and delicious. All the sides were fantastic and we tried five of them. The desserts are unparalleled - they had a Keylime cake that my husband went bananas for. We have not even tried the carrot cake yet, but my guess is that it will be even better! What a hidden gem. And what doll babies they are! read more

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The food is great ... the atmosphere is Great ... Great local spot for the surrounding areas read more

Pinky's Eatery - Stuffed Crab Cake Salad - Southern Near Me - Owings, Maryland

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Amazing food and really great service!! Highly recommend if you are looking for authentic soul food (from a southerner)

The food is amazing. I found it on a whim while in the area. They have so many food options and I want to try them all. The price is reasonable and they are very welcoming as soon as you walk in the door. I will definitely be back to order food again. read more

The food, which is why you came here, was tasty and the portions were big. The wait is the issue. Ordered at 5, was told 25 minute wait. Which was off by 40 minutes. Uh uh, 25 is not 65. Will go again but tell people the truth on wait times. read more

They have the BEST greens! They season their food right! Too many places don't season their food and it's bland as could be. Not this place!

This a legit whole in the wall-DELICIOUS-little spot. Stumbled across this place on our way back from visiting the beach, said why not, let's check it out. LISTEN!!! I'm glad we did, I almost past the place. Wasn't expecting to find it where it was. The sweet potato casserole, the fried corn, the FRIED FISH! Ribs! Chicken wings!!!! The greens!?!!? *faint* Come on kids, get in the car--we makin a run. I would drive an hour just to pick dinner up. So blown away by the flavor in the food. Absolutely delicious. SO GOOD! read more

Really great Creole soul food. Fried catfish was terrific. Portions were generous. Great place!

We tried Pinky's for the first time tonight and it was great! I had the rib dinner with sweet potato soufflé and cabbage/greens mix. I got 4 ribs and they were filling. My wife got the fried chicken drummie special. She got 8 fried drumsticks along with green beans and cabbage/greens mix. The cornbread was tasty too! We will definitely be back! read more

Pinky's is still rocking it! Tried the Pecan Smoked Ribs this time, simply outstanding! I forgot to bring wet wipes for cleaning up after but that is on me. Green beans were fairly good, sweet potato casserole was too sweet for me. Cornbread was nice. Good serving size and fast service. Will be returning, again, for another of their seafood platters! read more

Pinky's Eatery - Pecan Smoked Ribs w green beans, sweet potato casserole and cornbread. Pecan Wood Smoked Rib Dinner - Southern Near Me - Owings, Maryland

Love this place! Food is always good and fresh. I'm a creature of habit, so I usually get the same 2-3 things. The ribs are a favorite in my house. The breakfast sandwiches are a close second. Who doesn't like a good bacon egg and cheese on Texas toast? This place is definitely a hidden gem and a must try if you're out this way. read more

Any restaurant that serves canned vegetables and pass it for fresh. They shouldn't be In business. The restaurant is dirty and unsanitary. read more

$15.95 for a terrible pork chop sandwich The pork chop was very small and had so much fat on it. it could not be eaten no taste no flavor. It was ridiculous and my husband bought a Maryland crabcake dinner cost at $32.95. The portion of the meal was so small my freaking 3 year old could have ate it . I have been there plenty of time and never had any complaints but this time it was ridiculous. I don't know if they got new workers or what but the guy that took our money name was Keith the meal was ridiculous. I feel our money was wasted terribly wasted, threw the sandwich out the damn window. It was just so nasty has so much fat on it with the nasty fries I feel sick to my stomach just thinking of that meal .. read more

My daughter and myself stopped past after looking for a spot to eat in the area. I would like to thank the staff for their hospitality. We will be back!! read more

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This is solid Mom and Pop southern comfort food.....We have carried out from here several times and have enjoyed it all. Clean establishment with friendly service and great home cooking. read more

I enjoy my meal every time I go!! I can't wait for the Specials to be posted!! I understand Covid-19 has hit everyone hard but they are still here for the community!! Pinky's Eatery will not disappoint!! read more

Pinky's Eatery - Smothered Pork Chops! - Southern Near Me - Owings, Maryland