Great seafood, homemade sides & friendly service. Order ahead as waits can be awhile as all food…read moreis made to order. Usually have fresh oysters too!

Last month, we went for an Italian dinner cruise, and the family running these events recommended…read moreNorris Seafood to us, we are always on the lookout for good crabs. So we looked it up, and GPS'd it. It is not far from where we live, a few miles. I called in an order for 1/2 doz, xl's. They were ready in 20 min. My husband picked up the bag, and it was heavy for that amount. When we got home, I was very anxious to enjoy these crabs. The table was ready for them, all set up. They were seasoned just right and WOW, really meaty, consistently in each and every one. The cashier was so sweet and friendly. Looking around, it is not too heavy on the decor side of things, very plain and simple. Actually, the front room is very small, with a cold seafood stocked deli and a refrigerator for drinks and salads. Certainly no room for seating and eating. Can't wait to return! They really have it going on there. Closed Mondays.

Geresbecks is local grocery with the real food and groceries that you need and want. The bakery is…read morevery good. Great variety. Sometimes hit or miss on the pies though. Sometimes it isn't very well mixed and there can be salty spots in your sweet pie. But as for butcher shop meats it is very good.

Geresbeck's has been a staple in east Baltimore county for decades! This is the only place I go for…read morecrab meat, shrimp, lobster, packaged & baked goods and now- WESTERN FRIES!!! Geresbeck's has the best sales in town when it comes to seafood. The shrimp is always cheap & they steam on site. On a recent visit while waiting for my shrimp to be steamed, I took a walk around the market to see what else I could buy. Geresbeck's has a great speciality ice cream section. They had my favorite Taharka Brother's honey graham ice cream and some other tasty choices. I ended up in the bakery department and saw SO MANY delicious looking baked goods from a peanut butter Boston crème cake to banana pudding parfaits to mini cheesecakes. Their doughnuts are huge and made with the love of someone that loves to bake. I took quite a bit of photos showcasing their selections. As I walked through the store, I started to get a little hungry for a snack. I came back around to the deli/hot foods department and saw a mountain of tasty looking western fries. Now, western fries are extremely popular in Baltimore and the surrounding counties. I've had my share of western fries from the center of the city, to Brass Hen in Eastpoint mall, to even Royal Farms. All were delicious, BUT THESE FRIES WERE ABSOLUTE LOVE AT FIRST BITE!!! They were crunchy like a piece of fried chicken and tender inside like a fluffy baked potato. Omg, I can taste them right now. They were so, so amazingly yummy. If you love potatoes, or any variation of fries, you'd LOVE these. I actually may go back very soon for a fix. I didn't need salt, pepper, ketchup, NOTHING. Now, for my only gripe about Geresbeck's is that I wouldn't necessarily buy goods outside of the seafood, bakery or specialty items. I found that other items in the store, unless on sale, are higher priced than other grocery stores. But they have to counterbalance that with the affordable seafood prices, right? Anyways, if you're in the area, stop by and pick you up some delicious doughnuts and western fries while you're there. Geresbeck's is a piece of nostalgia that will make you feel like you were back in a time when everything was simpler and easy. They will always be solid with me.

Was looking for some affordable local flavors. This was a cool spot…read more AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking for the most part, typical for this part of town. Seating: Indoor seating with room for about 20 people inside the market. Vibes: You're right in the heart of Old Town / Fells Point -- the touristy but charming part of Baltimore. I dig the vintage brick roads, the historic feel, and the mix of locals and visitors passing through. The space sits inside a lively market (1640 Aliceanna St) with that true Baltimore seafood vibe -- casual, approachable, and full of movement. It's not fine dining; it's flavor-first, no-nonsense, and welcoming. Great for a quick grab-and-go or to sit down for a casual meal. FOOD/DRINKS: Crab Soup (A-Ok) Simple but hearty. It reminded me of a tomato-based soup with crab mixed in -- nothing too fancy, but warm and satisfying. I appreciated the richness and good amount of crab meat. I'm more of a clam chowder fan, so next time I might go that route, but this was still solid. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Quick, friendly, and efficient. The staff clearly know what they're doing and keep things moving without losing that personal touch. TL; DR OVERALL: 4 Stars. Good prices, solid flavors, and a classic Baltimore seafood feel. Sal and Son's Seafood isn't flashy, but it's genuine -- a go-to for a comforting bowl and a true local experience. I'll be back to try their other dishes next time I'm in the area. TIPS: * Check what's on special -- they rotate and have plenty of combo options.

The food at Sal and Sons is very good. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is…read morebecause our fries were cold. It's probably because one meal was simple (crab cake sandwich, fries), and the other may have taken longer to cook to order (shrimp and chicken jambalaya). Otherwise, we were absolutely satisfied with the food. The crab cake sandwich was on point. The creamy crab soup was flavorful, creamy, and worth every bite. The shrimp and chicken jambalaya was also executed well. Also, I highly recommend trying the fresh fruit drinks. We got watermelon and pineapple, and "refreshing" doesn't begin to describe how good they were. The service was straightforward and to the point, which works for me. The establishment is located inside of a market. We went on a Sunday, so this was one of the few eateries open. I'm imagining that it is probably more jumping on other days. If I'm in Baltimore again, I'll definitely consider visiting again and exploring more of the menu.

I went into the Parkville location and was greeted by Callie. She was very knowledgeable about the…read moreseafood and a big help. great experience

Went in to get carry and Callie waited on me. She was lovely! Great service! Great food.read more

Lady Frances is my number one crab choice. It's a small…read morefamily owned establishment and the entire staff is very friendly. The crabs are seasoned to perfection and meaty! This place is always busy which is a good indication of how good their crabs are!

My mom wanted crabs and mentioned that she had heard great things about Lady Frances. I called and…read morethey were very kind. They answered my questions and ordering was easy. Pick up was easy. The crabs were meaty and delicious. The corn was sweet and the shrimp was tasty. No complaints. Definitely our new crab spot. Definitely not cheap but worth the money.

Came here with 3 friends after a pedicure around the corner. The bar area is kind of tight but we…read morewere able to seat ourselves at a table in the bar area. Our server was the bartender and she was pretty attentive. I ordered an ice pick to drink (vodka and tea). There was hardly any vodka in it lol. White claw flavors are limited - only black cherry and lime. Fortunately they have surfside tea. I ordered hush puppies which were delicious, but they were served with a little container of cold butter spread? I would have thought they'd serve with melted butter. I also got an order of wings and they weren't that great. So much breading, not really hot, and not cooked crispy like I asked. Prices were very reasonable though. Overall it wasn't a bad experience, but nothing amazing.

The ambiance was rustic and a very nice bar scene decorated for the holidays. This bar seems to be…read moresupported by locals and sports buffs. Huge tv's hugged the upper walls, grabbing the attention of patrons. Honestly, I was bored by being pummeled with sports. The young lady behind the bar said to sit anywhere, all there were was the hightops and bar stools, we prefer a low table, there were none, maybe way in the back where no one was seated. She brought over the 2-sided menus, I asked what they do well here, as it was our first visit. She made her recommendations, and my husband got the cheesesteak sub with French fries (upcharge). I ordered the chicken wings with ranch and celery (8 for $10.95), not bad! She said they were good here, also the hamburgers , I can't remember what else they do well, other than the crab cake. We did not order anything with alcohol, so I am at a loss there. They do have beer on tap and bottles. The cheesesteak was good, fresh roll and tasty meat. The fries were as expected, nothing outstanding. Just good for bar food. My chicken wings were not puny, just normal size and market value, had them made to be mild. This came with celery (quite fresh and crunchy), the ranch was poured off into a plastic cup. Both orders came in plastic baskets, and a paper plate for bone discard. Plenty of napkins. Have to hand it to them, in-between sports, they played music and they sure do have a kicking stereo system, really great quality. It was a welcome break. She did visit once to make sure all was Ok and any needs. All was fine. The bill came , I checked it and gave her my cc, she returned and the bill was altered and the price of the cheesesteak went up $3! Honestly, I did not say anything or check the bill against the menu, which was put away. I just chalked it up as an oversight on the server's part. She did not say anything about the price adjustment either. I can understand a mistake in the charge. Just say something. I guess I am overreacting at this point. Sigh.

I decided to stop in while at the bakery nearby because I love my seafood. This place was clean and…read morethe seafood smell wasn't potent which let me know they have fresh seafood. I decided to order the fried shrimp platter. This places chooses to butterfly their shrimp and that's okay. The hush puppies are phenomenal please keep it up! The fried were crinkle and hot, yum, the fried shrimp were good, I only recommend some more seasoning and this Will take them out of the park! The guy was nice and friendly to me. To will be back to order steamed snow crab or steamed blue crab

I don't know if I should put this review here or if I should start a whole new page because I…read morevisited the Dundalk location, on German Hill Road (Al's was there last summer). I suspect Captain Jim runs his ships all the same, no matter where they are located, so I'll put it here - but if the Captain is still in the same spot next year, I'll start the new Yelp page then. My grandfather lived in Dundalk all his life, and he was a tremendously important person in my life. He passed some time ago and is buried at... one of those cemeteries on German Hill, right across the street from Captain Jim's. I like to visit him on his birthday, and Christmas if I have the chance. This year would have been his 99th birthday. I put a box of Butterfinger candies on his headstone because they were his favorite, and decided that I would get some steamed crabs in his honor because they were also one of his favorite things (and I had the money). We were originally going to get the crabs somewhere else, but figured, 'hey, Captain Jim's is right here. Why not give them a try?' We weren't disappointed. It took about 20 minutes for them to freshly steam 3 dozen small males, and a pound of shrimp for us. It wasn't much more than $50 (which is what I had on hand from my grandmother, who has been without my grandfather for at least 15 years now). The scent of the (I'm guessing) J.O2 seasoning filled our van, and the steam from the crabs actually fogged our windows. I spent about 8 hours picking crabs. I find the activity so calming, and could do it all the time if my arthritic elbows and shoulders didn't throw an absolute fit the next day. The crabs were delicious and made me happy, and isn't that the point? We got two different butters to dip the crab in, but that's not really my thing. My boyfriend said that the plain butter tasted woody, and he didn't like that, but the garlic butter was a hit and he has used the leftover butter to make at least one dinner so far. The shrimp were lovely, and came with cocktail sauce, and steamed onions because what's the point of steamed shrimp if not to get some onions as well? I think we did right by my grandfather. Would recommend

Best to-go orders when it comes to crabs!!! I have gone to a few spots since moving to Balitmore…read moreand none can compare to Salty Dogs. Everytime I go to this store the staff is always amazing! They welcome you in with a smile and they answer all your questions. And the crabs are always fresh and made to order. The establishment is extremely clean and smells of fresh steamed crabs! I love everything about this establishment!

Salty dogs, crab house has great crabs. The prices are good. The owner and his employees are always…read morenice.

The best thing about my meal: The onion rings were done perfectly. Crisp and tasty. I was greeted…read moreimmediately when I entered. There is a counter to order but no inside eating option. There is a table outside that you could sit at. With my double broiled crab platter, I also had potato salad. It could have used a hit of old bay or paprika to set it off. The crab cakes were ok. No filler, but not enough seasonings. You really do get a nice lump of a crab cake, but I would have preferred it to be more moist. I did get a side of tarter and cocktail sauce. The tartar sauce is homemade I think. I would have enjoyed it with more pickle juice and pickle and again a hit of paprika or old bay would really set it off. I recommend if you're not craving highly seasoned food, but tasty and well prepared.

A family friend told us about this spot. We only got to try them once but the crabs were awesome!…read moreThey had a special where we got like a bushel for $99. We couldn't even eat all the crabs. The service was top tier and they carried them to the car for us too! Can't wait until they open next season!

I've been here twice and its good. I always get atleast a half dozen. This time they only had…read moremedium and small, so I got medium. I also got some butter to try. They service was quick, about 20 minutes to steam and pack. Its clean for a seafood spot. Not much room to wait. Good grab and go spot no eat in room.

Good food, good service and agreat all around experience. We visit often and have never been…read moredisappointed.