We came here for lunch on our way into OCMD. They have two parking lots and we're able to have a close parking spot when we arrive around 12 o'clock. The place is a little bit smaller than I thought it would be, but it was really a great view of the bay. The waitresses were very friendly. I had the soft sour crab sandwich which was delicious and didn't taste like too much breading I could really taste the crab. My husband had a Reuben fish sandwich and it was delicious. I love how the menu changes daily so you really know that everything is fresh! read more

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Genuinely a terrible experience. The food quality and portions compared to the price was disappointing. Our server came to the table maybe 2-3 times total the whole time. Our oysters came with nothing, we were served 2 pieces of bread, I never got a water that I ordered twice, and so much more. Overall just very disappointing for a restaurant with such high prices. read more

Super great food! Bartenders were kind and quick; Here's a pic of the stuffed Avocado - they give a very generous portion of crabs salad. read more

The Shark on the Harbor - Stuffed Avocado - Seafood Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

They charge extra to use credit card. We won't eat there because of this that's all I have to say.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great food and great view of the water.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Wait staff were all very nice and accommodating. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice local feel.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We go here for happy hour specials all the time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We love the fact that it's right in the water with a nice view[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and service is always top notch h. read more

Came here for lunch while visiting family. The seafood was extremely fresh and we received great service. They provided complimentary rolls and toastini. I ordered the steamed gulf shrimp which was so tasty and fresh. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]We were greeted by a parking lot adorned with trash and various stuff under the deck of the restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dirty chairs were on the patio and a bent handicapped sign was stuck in a barrel to define the space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Decor included dead flowers and plants in pots and planters along with sad American flags.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]A 4x4 post holding up the entire deck had been struck and was on a precarious angle.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The remedy was the placement of a cone to warn visitors not to hit it again.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The stairway up to the restaurant was shabby and handrail sticky.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]A hole in the screen showed more neglect.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Decor tired and old.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bathrooms were disgusting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Here is the good part/ food very good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Too bad the chef has such a neglected, run down and shabby restaurant to express their talent.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The photos tell the truth. read more

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This restaurant was recommended by a local while we are on vacation..WOW is all I have to say!! We are a family of foodies and this place was awesome. Our waitress was so sweet and the food was so fresh and yummy! We had shrimp & lobster dip, fisherman's stew, rockfish, crab cakes, muscles and a burger! The food presentation was glorious and we will be back next year for sure!! Nicely done Chef!!! read more

The Shark on the Harbor - Rockfish - Seafood Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The drive to the restaurant will make you leery. Dilapidated boats in the front yard of many a trailer home will be passed but eventually you'll get there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor is a mix of sports bar, boatman hangout, and restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Kind of chilly so wear a sweater if you're going in the winter.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a great selection of beer. Menu is small which, to me, means what they do have will be quite good. The tuna entree was typical. Nothing special. The pork chop was delicious and unlike any I've had before. This place would do well in a more accessible location.. They should make an offer on Harrisons. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]We were very pleased with the ambiance of this Bay side restaurant gem![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sought out a water front restaurant that offered high ratings, fresh seafood and beautiful sunset views but unfortunately we arrived too late.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] However, the food and the service made up for the lack of sunset beauty. Eric, our waiter for the evening, gave us great advise on the menu items. We enjoyed our Anniversary meal and highly recommend it! read more

Food is mediocre, drinks were late and in dirty cups. Our waitress ignored our needs and made the experience worse. Sad that this is a local restaurant, I really wanted to give this a great rating but unfortunately I cannot lie. The restaurant was more than half empty and for some reason a family was seated right next to us, not only were they extremely close but they smelled disgusting . Will definitely NOT be coming back. read more

The Shark on the Harbor - True Blue Crab Cake Sandwich Fresh Crab Meat - Seafood Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

We made reservations weeks in advance so we could celebrate our anniversary with dinner at The Shark on the Harbor. The building itself is set up on stilts and the walls are all glass, so you get a beautiful view from wherever you sit and wherever you look. Inside is decorated with shark-themed decor (of course) and it felt like being in an old school fish house. Our server was amazing! It was packed, extremely busy, and he had several large parties. While service and food was a bit slow to come out, our server kept coming back to check on us and give us updates. He kept it cool under pressure and was so friendly all night. This is a seafood spot and I am obsessed with oysters, so that was naturally our appetizer. It came with a mignonette that was really tasty, and the oysters were soooo fresh and meaty. I could have easily eaten three dozen (on my own haha) The entrees were incredible! We were blown away by the quality, freshness, and flavor of both our entrees. My fiancée had the Duck Duo - we've had some hit or miss luck with duck at many restaurants - and both were cooked perfectly. The roast duck was succulent, perfectly cooked, and so tender. The fried duck was also perfect, the meat was tender, and the sauce was amazing. Both came with a medley of vegetables and butternut squash purée, which complemented both dishes well. I had the crab cake dinner that came with red beans and rice, zucchini and summer squash, corn pone, Greek veggies and feta, and a dill tartar sauce. I'm not lying when I say I wish I could have injected the corn pone directly into my veins. Everything was amazing and while I couldn't finish my whole entree, I sure did later when I got home. Loved this place! Make sure to snag a reservation in advance, it is so worth a stop on your OC trip! read more

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Horrible, They lie! Menu says JUMBO LUMP Crab Cakes, it was stringy and broken up. Our waitress had some lame excuse about "Indian students helping in the kitchen and they were not too good" Not our problem, the bill was $175 and we were not happy, so I called and spoke to the female manager and SHE LIED and took our address and said she would be sending us a $100 gift card that has not arrived in a month. We will never go there again as we did every year for the past 10 years, They are Under new ownership and they have gone down hill except for their prices. BAD, don't go and waist your Money and Time. read more

Restaurant was nice! Great service and ambience. Reservations are required to have a water view. We received a complimentary appetizer from the kitchen. Was a little shocked at the Merita bread (rolls) that can be purchased cheaply at any grocery store. They came with pimento cheese, butter as condiments... also got two cucumber slices with a topping that included olives. I'm not a fan of olives so I didn't try one. As for our entrees, my husband ordered a ribeye. He rated his ribeye 5/5. Menu description: ribeye 15" blackened "never ever" black angus beef ribeye (roseda farms, monkton, md) / crispy truffle fingerling potatoes / bacon and chorizo braised kale and collards (quindocqua farms, marion station, md) / cabernet reduction / cowboy compound butter 62 I ordered the crab cake sandwich. I rate my order a 3/5. Yes, it was lump crab meat which is great but had little to no seasoning. It was also very small! Menu description: crab cake sandwich 22 FRESH jumbo lump crab (chincoteague, va) / lemon caper dill aioli / sesame brioche roll (crack of dawn bakery, berlin, md) / tomato / fries We were there on a Monday night. The restaurant was at about 50% capacity. At the end of the meal, our waitress brought our check, and after a minute came back over. She came back over with a corrected check, telling us that Monday's are 25% off. Overall, we had a good experience. read more

May have been the biggest disappointment of my trip to OC this week. Maybe even in the last couple of years. More so than G Davis not making it this year. First - we ubered here on a Saturday night and sat at the bar due to the fact there weren't any available seats for walk-ins. I am more than fine with bar seating, and usually with a proper bartender food may come out quicker. However, that hinges on a proper kitchen. I ordered a cream of crab soup as a starter. Then time seemed to slip and slide away- then it free fell away. Finally, the soup came. It was about as thin as the chances of me ever returning here. Watery, thin, and really just the kitchen running out and trying to extend it with half and half and rushing it out without simmering or thickening. Awful. For my entree I decided to switch things up with a burger - the one with bison, elk and wagyu blend, topped with Gouda. Ordered it medium. It came out rare - which the inside was part purple, part pink. The Gouda wasn't melted, and the whole sandwich was room temp. Which is odd bc the 54min wait from order to table must lead me to believe the burger was done before the soup was even concocted out of crab meat and half and half. I did get decent entertainment watching a busboy duct taping an air vent that was leaking over a side table. Hopefully you will have better luck - I won't testing the fates again. read more

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excellent food and service! From shrimp tacos to crispy oysters to fried green tomatoes and onion soup- delicious! [[HIGHLIGHT]]plus the warm sunny views - even in the winter are beautiful![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] our server Tony was personable and attentive- a must visit!!! read more

Overall, 3.5/5 for the food items I ordered, but bumping it to a 4/5 because my friend's entree was actually good. To note, if you're trying to dine here, make a reservation a week or so in advance (especially if you are trying to eat here on a Saturday dinner). Otherwise, you will not get a table here and they're pretty strict about it. The complimentary bread (wheat? rye?) we got were tasty especially with the crab dip that came with it. The crab dip was phenomenal. I had to stop myself from using a spoon and eating it by itself. As for the food, I expected the seafood entrees to be lighter. Instead, most entrees had either lots of carbs or lots of cream, which wasn't what I wanted this past Saturday. Thus, I ordered a couple appetizers instead since I was feeling a lighter meal. STEAMED SHRIMP (1/2 LB) - 15 There were 9 super sized/jumbo shrimps sitting in the "white wine, lobster, garlic, and butter broth" along with two pieces of ciabatta. Eat the ciabatta early instead of diving straight to the shrimp. Otherwise, you end up with two extremely soggy and practically inedible pieces of bread. The broth itself was pretty sad in terms of appearance (large globs of oil that made it unappetizing) and the bland flavor did not add much to the shrimp. Also, no lobster in sight? Definitely use the cocktail sauce that came with the order. The shrimp was fresh but wasn't amazing. But this is a decent price to pay for shrimp! I'd recommend it if you're craving shrimp and the cocktail sauce will carry. JUMBO LUMP CRAB CAKE - 22 By itself, it's $22... for a pretty small patty of crab cake (mixed with a good amount of mayo to keep its shape and green onions). Definitely not jumbo, lol. It was tasty, fresh, and flavorful! The crab was fantastic and I would definitely recommend it. It is on the more expensive side, but good crab is hard to come by. They did include a side of pickled cucumbers and tomatoes, which I didn't particularly enjoy. My friend got the SWORDFISH entree and that was definitely worth it. Again, you'll be splurging, but the swordfish had great texture and eating it with the rice, sauce, and veggies that came with it was A+. The few bites I was able to steal from my friend made me regret not ordering something off the entrees list. Next time, I'll brace myself for a heavier meal. I hear the STUFFED AVOCADO appetizer is delicious, so I'll definitely consider ordering that if I return. read more

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Food was fresh and tasty. Impeccable service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice view of the WOC harbor added to the culinary experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

Had our first meal at this place and can't believe we haven't been here before! Everything we ordered from the fried green tomatoes, to the crispy oysters, to the mahi-mahi, and the pumpkin cheesecake, everything we ordered was absolutely fantastic! Our waiter Eric could not have been more attentive, and also provided us with some great information on what to order as first timers here. There are restaurants that serve you their standard dishes from a menu that never changes. Then there is a place like this where the chef takes great pride in creating a daily, fresh menu. Believe me, that makes a huge difference! We will definitely be back! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Simple rustic atmosphere with great food and great views of the bay.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Crab cake was great with little filler. Filet was cooked perfect. Everything was great! read more

The Shark on the Harbor - Filet - Seafood Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

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Great service and food.. Good menu Love fish and avocados . The cocktails made right. read more

Great stop after visiting Assateague Island. I ordered the crab soup, which had a tomato-like base and was delicious! I even drank the broth. I also ordered the fish tacos. The fish was perfectly cooked and topped with masago. The tocos appeared to be handmade. It came with some rice pilaf, which was a good balance. Our waitress was kind and attentive. I would highly recommend! read more

We had dinner here and loved the food. Beautiful views of the harbor and perfect ambiance during sunset as they walls are basically all windows. As a bourbon lover I was pleased to see they had Blanton's on the whiskey list, which was a great way to start our meal. A bit pricey at $18, but I was happy to enjoy it nonetheless. We started off with the mussels, which were fantastic. Rich, flavorful broth that was so good I couldn't stop dipping my bread and fries. The fried green tomato appetizer was OK. I probably wouldn't order again, but we noticed that the tomato and burrata salad looked amazing (table next to us), and we wished we had ordered it instead. The salad looked huge and the heirloom tomatoes looks so vibrant and fresh! Overall, we had a great dinner and the service was very friendly. As I said, the views were unbeatable. Looking forward to returning on our next OC trip! read more

The Shark on the Harbor - Seafood Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Really enjoyed eating at this restaurant on a trip to ocean city. Lots of seafood options but also plenty of other menu items If you want something other than seafood. Great burgers and shared plates. Very friendly service as well. Loved the steamed shrimp and the fried green tomatoes topped with pimento cheese and crab meat. Would definitely recommend a reservation during busy season. We came at 6 pm on a Friday and had to wait about an hour to be seated. read more

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The always have great food and a great menu, attentive staff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice location zero complaints.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

I stopped by this place during a trip to Ocean City and was super impressed by the quality of food, excellent service, and charming atmosphere. The swordfish was particularly tasty and moist; most places tend to over cook it but they both cooked it and seasoned it perfectly. Food was also very fresh, portions great, and prices reasonable. Give this place a try when you're out in the area! read more

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We came on a Thursday. Hello lobster night. About 1 1/2 pounds ,perfectly steamed, with a side of whipped potatoes, and squash. Drawn butter, lemon and we were in business. A Moscow mule added to the festivities. And a hot peanut butter and chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. The service was great. This is how you put a capital "V" in "Vacation." read more

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No reservations simply means you cannot get a table window side, guven the surrounding of the restaurant, is not like am missing much. I was totally fine sitting near bar. Server was very nice, she came by took our drink order immediately and appetizer orders at the same time. We started off with mussels on wine sauce with andouille sausage, the mini crab cakes and the fried green tomatoes. The mussels were meaty, the smokey andouille sausage made the broth very savory, honestly could have had an order all by myself. The crab cakes were very well seasoned and the aioli paired well, sadly the fried green tomatoes were soggy, tasteless-overall i would have been better just avoiding them all together. Since we had 1 bad appetizer, we end up deciding we will share entrees to get a taste of the menu. Had the soft shell crab cakes and the duo of duck which has a boneless duck breast and a tight and leg. I was very surprised to have a very well seasoned duck with a medley of roasted root vegetables, the duck breast should have been seared on the skin side a mot more. When it came to the table the fat was still too much and could not be eaten, as it was thick and chewy. Definitely not well executes. Main courses were a bit on the pricey side. While the soft shell crabs were a good size, they were accompanied by a sweet potato mash with chipotle- just didnt make culinary sense to pair the crab cakes that way, crunchy and mashed sweet potato??? Not a good combo. Food was ok, but sadly not enought to make me come back and at that price. I am pretty sure i can go somewhere else. We did have great beer from the draft machine. Had the big oyster solar power and the Nepenthe jelly fish IPA, both very distinct but paired well with the food we had tonight. I just wish my beers were cold, given that it was warm outside. I would say this is a one time deal, wont return here due to price and the lack of food quality. By the way they charge extra for oaying with a credit card, pay cash and you save about $5. Desert list was not impressive, so we decided to skip the calories.. read more

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Decor/service: small dining area but it has great views overlooking the water. Service was attentive and solid all around 5/5 Food- their menu changes frequently so be sure to check prior to going! Complimentary bread/pimento cheese: not sure what their obsession with pimento cheese is but it was alright. Bread was a little over baked. 3/5 Elote tomatillo soup: not enough corn/corn flavor. It was kind of just like eating salsa by itself 2/5 Duck duo: both ways were cooked excellent! The vegetable combo that came with it was also delicious and the pecans really brought it home. The sauces were a bit of a let down but overall a very good dish 4/5 Crab cakes: obviously fresh crab without any fillers. Corn pone was a solid bite as well. Each item was delicious on their own but not sure how cohesive they were 4/5 Drinks- Watermelon crush: tasted like a watermelon jolly rancher. 4/5 Harbor refresher: solid drink. Didn't blow me away but couldn't complain either 3/5 read more

First time coming here, and the entire vibe was very much "vacation". The decorum of this place was so quaint and cute. It was very peaceful, and I had a beautiful view. The food was pretty good as well, I really loved the sweet potato biscuit with the jelly and butter. Perfect sweetness and saltiness. The Brussels sprouts were so delicious as well. The service was very hospitable, everyone I encountered was very welcoming. Definitely can't wait to come back here! read more

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I had a burger off the happy hour which was not off the regular menu.The burger was good.I was never asked how I wanted it cooked.It came rear which I wanted but that's not the point! I should have been asked and the fries which I upgraded from chips were boxed.If they're fresh, not good![[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall,this place is still good but,they have to step it up a little more to be a top place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

LOVE it here! The atmosphere is super cute and I love watching all the boats in and out. Theres plenty of parking too. I highly recommend making a reservation as they can get super busy on the weekends. The service here is always fantastic - we had Mandy this last time and she was wonderful! She was able to answer all questions about the menu and gave awesome recommendations. The drinks are always delish and they have a good selection. The food - chefs kiss! It's always fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend adding into your food rotation! read more

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After years of eating at the Sunset Grille we decided to try opposite the Grille at The Shark on the Harbor. Smaller than Sunset with less parking, it gets crowed very early in the evening since during off season many locals visit the restaurants in OC for the early bird specials. We had a reservation at 6:30 pm and when we arrived there was 1 table left. Tip for those who look at the menu. Call ahead and ask if your selection is available as the top 2 of ours were not and of course we didn't find out until we were seated. Pleasant server Julia K. Not enough staff at most restaurants and this place has a small kitchen so patience is required. We ordered the avocado crab for an appetizer and it was delicious. Bread was nice and warm. Entrees were average with the crab cake and vegan entrée which was very sour to taste. Inside tasteful with of course posters of the movie "Jaws". Arrive early with light and its nice to see sunset. read more

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New American cuisine, nice bay view and atmosphere. The price was reasonable. The service was okay. 3*Stuffed avocado: avocado was fried and a little bit crispy, chunky crab meat was cold, the miso caramel sauce was sweet; overall a nice combination. I loved the sauce. 3*Crispy oysters: deep fried brown oysters were very crispy. Pickled blueberries and onion were a nice touch. 3*Buffalo Brussels: the portion was big. Brussels were fried and not crispy as claimed. The bacon and cheese made it a bit too salty. If you thought you ordered a healthy vegetable dish, think twice. It was bad for blood pressure and cholesterol. 4*Fish wrap: fish wrap was fresh and healthy, the fries were golden brown, very good. read more

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Really loved the menu and the location of the restaurant. Beautiful views of the bay and a great spot to eat during the sunset. We were super impressed with the freshness of the food. The salads were so pretty and had unique ingredients like colorful cherry tomatoes and marinated blueberries (they were so good!). I liked how the menu included the local sources for the foods. The crab cake was delicious as well as the stuffed avocado. I thought the pricing was excellent for the big bowl of mussels and sausage. Our waitstaff was very friendly and the atmosphere was relaxing. Will definitely come here again! read more

The Shark on the Harbor - Bay View - Seafood Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

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Came here during a recent family trip to the shore and decided to give this spot a try after many good reviews / recommendations. The inside of this restaurant has a very homey feel with great water views to boot. It is not on the main strip in Ocean City, so it takes a bit of extra effort to get here. The friendly server took our drink orders and brought a basket of rolls along with a smokey pimento cheese spread for the table to munch on while we decided on meals. After placing our orders, we were treated to a "chef's gift"...a little palate started to get the tastebuds going. That evening, it was a sliced cucumber topped with brie cheese and sliced strawberries which was a very unusual combination and honestly it did not work all that well. On to salads (a nice combination of greens, blueberries, nuts and a balsamic dressing) and their famous fried avocado appetizer. The appy consisted of a half avocado pitted and then breaded and fried filled with a spicy crab salad and micro greens topped with a miso drizzle. It had an odd consistency and taste that no one really cared for all that much. One person at our table ordered the crab cakes and they were okay...large, plump and fairly moist served with veggies and rice. I ordered the steamed shrimp...large, piled high and soaked in their white wine sauce served with a "hot" cocktail sauce. Bread was good for dipping in the broth of this dish! Certainly not our favorite spot on the trip, but a decent place with fantastic views. read more

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We've been coming to the shark for years. This year was terrible. Hostess staff was miserable and rude. Our steak was cold and not cooked how we requested and the mashed potatoes were just warm. Our waiter was amazing. But we will never return. The quality was not there like it has been. A huge waste of $400! read more

The Shark on the Harbor completely wowed me this trip to Ocean City. This is a foodie paradise, with thoughtfully crafted cocktails and complex dishes to delight any diner. From the amuse-bouche to our starters to the meals themselves, we could not be more impressed. Service was very good. The restaurant is small and cozy, so reservations are an absolute must. I highly recommend the skillet corn pone to start, but as the menu is designed daily based on the fresh ingredients available, I can't guarantee it will be on the menu. This is a must for foodie travelers in OCMD and worth a day trip from other beaches in the Delmarva area. read more

The Shark on the Harbor - Jerk Marinated Swordfish - Seafood Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

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I have never given a one star review. The food was awful. Can't believe I paid for the food or an Uber to and from. No idea how they have good reviews, unless they are posting their own reviews. $14 for cream of crab soup that was sooo bland. If I closed my eyes, I would not have known what I was eating. There were maybe two tiny pieces of crab in the soup. And not flavorful crab. I had to add a ton of old bay, to get any flavor, and I am not a huge salt eater. For me to add old bay, not good. It supposedly had tarragon in it. I'm not the biggest fan of tarragon, and that was the only saving Grace. None to be found in this soup. My husband got the oysters with a "jalapeño tartar" sauce. Nothing jalapeno about that sauce. Again, bland and no flavor. Oysters were cooked well. Liked the idea of a jalapeño tartar. Will have to come up with my own recipe, that actually includes jalapeño, unlike this sauce. Decided not to order actual dinners after how bad the apps were. We were hungry and needed to eat. Had been planning on getting the lobster and filet entrees, but was not going to spend over $100 for potentially bad food. My only good call of the night. I got the 1/2 pound of the dirtiest shrimp I've seen in years. I got it to add to my soup, so it would have some kind of seafood in it. Had to seriously sit at the bar, peel and clean the shrimp with multiple paper napkins, (had to ask for a steak knife, in order to clean the shrimp). My husband got the mussels with andouille. The sausage was non-existent. The mussels were sooo over cooked. Didn't know that overcooking mussels was even a thing. No one even asked how our food was. I was actually prepared to tell them exactly how bad it was. Warned my husband, because he hates that sh$t, and even he was on board. Never got the chance, because they did not care, or had not been trained enough to even ask. Will we be back? Never. I just hope to save other people from wasting $$. I worked in the food industry for years. Way longer than any of our servers have even been alive. This is not how to run a restaurant. read more