I been here in October, off-season travel time so less tourists and lines. Here in the summer feels…read moreworse- longer lines, oysters taste warmer and dirtier (they didn't wash the knife before shucking the oysters). Can't complain too much though since it's cheap and oyster size is always good.

So many different options for fresh seafood. Right on the dock!!! Can't get any fresher than this!read more

This area was not too busy when I went but it did take quiet a while for our crabs to be ready. I…read moredon't recommend I'm your in a hurry. The staff were super kind. The crabs were for fresh. I highly recommend you try the crawfish. The views of the water was very refreshing. There are cocktail tables for you to eat at.

Alright y'all, here we go with another episode of Just How Food Goes…read more While I was in Washington, D.C., I had to make a stop at Jessie Taylor Seafood on The Wharf because I kept hearing about how fresh their seafood was. And let me tell y'all... it definitely lived up to the hype. This place is an experience all by itself. There are different stations depending on what you're ordering, so at first I was a little confused , but once I figured it out, everything moved pretty smoothly. The staff was patient, answered my questions, and helped me figure out exactly what I wanted. I decided to order three fresh oysters and a half-pound of shrimp with Old Bay seasoning, and I was so excited because I absolutely LOVE seafood. The oysters? 10/10. Fresh, clean, and exactly what I hoped they'd be. Every bite reminded me why I love oysters so much. The shrimp were another highlight. They were a really nice size, perfectly seasoned with Old Bay, and paired perfectly with a little butter and lemon. They were simple, fresh, and packed with flavor. I also got to sit outside with some amazing people while everyone compared what they ordered. We had everything from red snapper and whiting to flounder, fries, sweet potato fries, and macaroni salad on the table. It was fun hearing everyone's opinions while we all rated our meals together. Those are the moments that make food even more enjoyable. If I had one small critique, it would be the fries. They weren't my favorite, but honestly, I came for the seafood, and that's exactly what delivered. My overall rating: 9/10. Fresh seafood, a fun atmosphere, beautiful waterfront views, and great company made this one of my favorite food stops during my trip to Washington, D.C. Thank you, Jessie Taylor Seafood, for an experience I'll definitely remember. I can't wait to come back and try even more of the menu. That's Just How Life Goes... and of course, Just How Food Goes.

Been here 3 times in the past 4 days... I can't get past the spicy shrimp chowder! I'm hooked…read more Server was very attentive. Owner recognized us from our previous visits. It can get kinda loud, but then we're old foggies.

I used to come here religiously for my fresh seafood until the guy at the counter decided to wait…read moreto see if I forgot about my change back for the groceries. He laughed but I found nothing funny about holding my money waiting to see if I forgot my change so you could pocket it . Do you think I wouldn't remember getting $30 back?! I haven't been back since. It rubbed me the WRONG WAY. It was literally the STRANGEST exchange ever. I also spoke about it on Instagram the management saw my post and never addressed it so I won't spend money there anymore.

The flounder I get here is amazing, such a great dinner! They have Maryland lump crab on ice by the…read morepound- a great treat & really well priced. Whole fish can be cleaned & prepared for grilling or they have salmon, branzio & red snapper!

The Eastern Market Fish guys! Panko (Japanese bread crumbs, aka tempura) and most other basic fish…read moreaccompaniments can be found here (hush puppy mix, old bay, etc)! Good selection for a small place: Mussels, shad, scallops, swordfish, cod, crab meat, clams, red snapper, trout, catfish... They have whole fish, chunks, and filets. The DC local shad roe delicacy is also available right now! Their prices vary like most fish markets and they aren't the cheapest (sometimes cheaper than Harris Teeter or Safeway), but their quality is much better. Eg. Tuna steaks? $14.50/lb. ($9/lb at the Marina) Wild caught Alaskan king salmon? $20/lb. If you want the *best* prices and selection, go to the the Washington Marina on the waterfront. However, this place more metro accessible, and definitely not as smelly. My favorite thing is to pick up a fresh catfish filet($8/lb) after work, egg wash it, bread it with panko, and fry it on a skillet (add oyster sauce if you're really advanced). The guys behind the counter will also have advice and suggestions if you need help choosing or preparing a fish. Tip: They usually close a little bit earlier than the rest of the market, especially on weekdays. And on an ethical note, I have been trying to buy sustainable fish more recently via Monterey Seafood Watch (sorry red snapper, I had to give you up, hello bay scallops)! http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/cr/cr_seafoodwatch/sfw_recommendations.aspx

Tasty empanadas and only three bucks a pop at the Farmer's market! They are on the small side, but…read morethese are actually one of the cheaper empanada offerings in the DC area. Cash only. I got the mushroom empanada. A lot of times, anything mushroom can be on the bland side, but the mushroom filling was flavorful. There's a good ratio of filling to dough. The dough wasn't too thick but could've been toasted just a little longer (just looking at the picture, it looks a little undercooked). I'll definitely come back to try some of their other empanadas!

Best. Crab cake. In. The. DMV. It makes for a pricey lunch splurge that happens more often than I'd…read morelike to admit but the lump crab cake is so flavorful, well seasoned, and full of pure crabmeat with no filler. I always get the lunch meal that comes with two small sides (usually a cabbage slaw and corn salad). They used to offer a fried egg add on but have stopped doing that so if you have a big appetite it might not be enough food. I also wish they had buns so you could make it a sandwich. Their fish and mushroom patties are also delicious.

It's not what you know, it's who you know! Someone I just met at the market, who has informed me…read morethey'd been to the market 100+ times, told me the best fries ever were available at Fishwife. I immediately popped over to order some for my wife and I... The friendly service was great! Then I got to meet Fiona, the owner from Melbourne, Australia. She was very informative, gracious and helpful. Then, we had the fries complete with optional Australian chicken salt! Excellent! Five stars! We can't wait to return to try more items! Life is good with expert local advice.

The poke bowl had a ton of salmon with two different sauces. There was also a DIY sauce station…read morewhere I added some soy sauce. Finding seating was a little difficult.

Awesome oysters and professional shucking at great prices! I stopped by for some seafood over the…read moreholidays and got oysters at several of the stalls, this was the best! The covid safety precautions at the market are pretty good. They have one way to enter, one way to exit, roped lines to reduce crowding by the markets. There are black rectangles on the ground 6 feet apart for the lines. I waited a few minutes for the fresh raw oyster guy who was taking orders and shucking. He picked some good ones for me and was cutting fresh slices of lemon for each order. Out of all the stalls I went to, he was the only one that included a fork, very helpful! He put it and some napkins in the bag with the order. Due to distance from people, I had not see that no forks from the other place I got oysters or streamed shrimp. Would definitely go to this stall again! He was good picking thru the pile to get me the best oysters and rinsing them off in a fresh pail of water he had just fetched. The oysters were perfect, plump and tender, no grit, chilled, with fresh lemon. They had a self service container to get pepper, vinegar, and hot sauce. Best of the fish market for oysters! Recommended!

Good prices and selection. They are pretty cheap compared to other locations. I would definitely…read morelook around. Just a note, the person cooking is usually alone by himself so waiting for them to cook your food will take at least 30 minutes. Bring cash to tip the boys working at the Wharf. They will help you but it is courteous to tip them. Paul helped us and was awesome! Thanks Paul. 4 stars shy of 5 for the long wait to get the crabs cooked.

I ordered a garlic and butter Crab Tre there was absolutely no butter used in this dish at all and…read morethe tiniest crabs I've ever seen in my life. It was some type of imitation margarine or something. It was disgusting.

This is a janky location!!! They be stringy with the crab…read moremeat on the crab fries.. they give you all these dry as fries with a little crab meat... they pissted me off tonight so bad, i throu that shyt on the floor.

Absolutely INCREDIBLE customer service ethic! I almost never write reviews, but my experience was…read moreso incredible I want to give them credit. I had ordered several things and the shrimp I'd ordered was not in the container when I picked it up. (First time that has happened with them as the orders are usually perfect). I needed the shrimp that day for a party and let the driver know. I told him that they could remove the charge and I would go to Costco and pick some up. He said that they would deliver it to my house that day. I told him I had to leave by 3:oo and he told him that I would have it well before that and gave me his word. At 2:00, they were delivered. That is incredible service! They kept their word and got that order en route to me quickly for same day delivery by the time I needed it. How many companies do that? Not to mention everything, as usual, was top quality. Guests were wondering where I got such fresh shrimp. Profish is AWESOME.

Profish did an amazing job providing the freshest seafood in Washington DC. Outstanding all…read moreacross the board. I highly recommend them for your seafood needs.

What a pleasant experience! I was going to jazz in the garden and had stopped at a happy hour…read morebeforehand. My original plan was to get some food from near there, but what I had intended to get was totally sold out for some reason. I don't know what's going on with that place, but that's something I will revisit later. This place came up in my Yelp search and I thought the idea of sushi would be a light and refreshing meal. When I walked in I was surprised by how big it was, despite being more of a grab and go type situation. But it was cool to see that they also had bowls and plenty of desserts! The sushi trays were varying prices, mainly depending on the kind of sushi it was. I got the Tuna Lovers sushi for $11, a BBQ chicken bao for $6, and I couldn't help but grab cheesecake! It was two slices (one black sesame, one green tea) for $5. This was surprisingly high quality. It's set up almost like those markets you see in rest stops or at airports, but everything was really good! They also have dumplings and a few other items that are cooked to order, so there is more to them that meets the eye. You can either get a speedy snack or dine in. The staff are also very sweet and offered to heat my bao as soon as he realized I was going to buy it. I didn't even have to pay first. I will most definitely be back!

Speedy Snack Sushi was the perfect stop for a quick bite after visiting the museum. My wife and I…read moreshared the eel roll, while our vegetarian friend enjoyed a California roll. Everyone was delighted with their selection. The sushi tasted wonderfully fresh, and the rice was tender--not hard or dried out, as premade sushi can sometimes be. The manager or owner was exceptionally kind and friendly and clearly wanted us to have a great experience. Before we ordered, she even offered us a complimentary taste of a shrimp roll. There was an impressive selection at various price points, along with bao buns and steamed or fried dumplings prepared to order. They also carried Japanese beverages and intriguing desserts, including matcha cheesecake. Fresh food, generous hospitality, and plenty of interesting choices made Speedy Snack Sushi a delightful find.