Crab dip is great, served hot & bubbly. Hubby had the seafood bowl which he enjoyed and had plenty of seafood throughout the dish with just the right amount of rice. I had the scallops which were tender, succulent and delicious served with the right amount of rice, tender sweet carrots and zucchini. Ambiance is great, wait staff are friendly and the chef even greeted us. The only issue is that it was a bit chilly even with layers of clothing on, but my cocktail soon solved that issue. Our 1st time here & will not be the last. My husband even noticed a respected friend of his family dining with his family and reconnected. read more

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Born and raised in Baltimore and I am just finding this hidden gem. This place has amazing food and chic decor a New Orleans vibe of music in the back ground... Their is a lot of soul in this place and the food. I ordered fresh made lemonade and sangria which was absolutely delish. I went straight for the Andouille and chicken Gumbo and cornbread. I was not disappointed. Go try Ethal"s out you will not be disappointed. read more

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This place is the definition of a "hidden" gem. Absolutely delicious food and the wait staff are so nice. If you want to avoid paying for overpriced seafood in the city and is willing to drive a couple minutes out of Baltimore, this is the spot to visit. They offer valet parking but if you drive around yourself, there's a lot of very cheap street parking options close by. Seafood Boat [10/10]: Words cannot do this dish justice. There's so much seafood that it could easily almost feed 2. Love the variety in clams, fish, mussels, other goodies. The broth is amazing. Crab Dip [10/10]: Holy moly this was delicious. It's an appetizer and it's massive. It's honestly less of a 'dip' and more of a chunky soup that's loaded with crab meat. The sauce has a nice subtle vodka taste to it too. Ribs [7.5/10]: They were good and the meat was fall-off-the-bone. Good, simple ribs. read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Seafood boat - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Nice servers good food.. we had the crab dip, next time I will ask for it w/o onions. The special of the day was shrimp n ribs macaroni n cheese which was the BOMB!!!!!!! I had the creole boat it was okay too much sauce for me. We sat outside bc it's warm in October lol! read more

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Will definitely be coming back again soon. I had the Jambalaya and a grapefruit Crush. It is a bit chilly inside possibly due to them closing between lunch and opening back up for dinner. Got a chance to exchange a few words with Kai Jackson who was hanging out with one of his little ones. read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Shrimp & Chicken Jambalaya - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

We've always had great meals there! Their Sazeracs are the best! Great playlist as well!

Reviewed: 9/21/16 10/10: Decor 10/10: Service 11/10: Food 10/10: Presentation/Portion Size Nestled back on a side street in quaint little Mt. Washington where most people only think about names like Mt. Washington Tavern and Whole Foods, Ethel's Creole Kitchen is cooking up a storm of dishes that both ignite and water the taste buds. My girlfriend and I have walked past Ethel's a million times before, always dismissing it as one of those restaurants that you have to be in a certain mood for until stopping in today and discovering that their menu offers other amazing items besides the authentic staples of Jambalaya and Gumbo. Appetizer: We started out with the crab dip (which our waitress kindly served us, not being on the lunch menu) which was a massive serving of bread and cheesy garlic dip with huge pieces of jumbo lump crab that was by far the best we've ever had. Entrées: My girlfriend ordered the Shrimp Po' Boy which was perfectly seasoned and had plenty of huge shrimp to fill out the remoulade covered ciabatta roll. I ordered the chicken and andouille Jambalaya which was absolutely amazing and had just the perfect amount of spice which left me craving more and more after each bite. read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Best Crab Dip in Baltimore! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Had a doctor's appointment in Mt. Washington yesterday so checked out a new restaurant in the area. I choose the spot based on their reviews and I really enjoy cajun food. First we found parking right across the street. We were greeted by Shatyra right away and sat. She was so warm and friendly and happy to make recommendations. We ordered chili and cream of crab and both were on point. We shared the jambalaya with sausage and huge shrimp and enjoyed every bite. They offer a side of cornbread which was also good. Go there today! Do not wait! read more

Where has Ethel's been my whole life? I took my parents to Ethel's when I was in town one weekend. None of us had heard much about the restaurant but the reviews were more than promising. We were seated downstairs where there are only three or four other tables. This was perfect because we were able to chat in a more intimate setting as opposed to a large, loud dining room. Ethel's food does NOT disappoint. The drinks, however, were less than pleasing. I ordered a specialty drink that was made with watermelon juice and mezcal. The taste was totally off and wasn't sweet at all despite the ingredients. My parents also ordered drinks that they didn't love. Thank goodness the food was good that it eclipsed the lackluster cocktails. We started with the crab dip that was one of the most unique crab dips you'll find in MD. Instead of a thick cream cheese base, this was a lot lighter like a bisque and had spinach in it. We also ordered the Chippepa that was phenomenal and provided good glimpse at the flavors of heat we could expect from the rest of our meal. I ordered the Authentic Gumbo and was not expecting a portion size that I could swim in. Holy moly was it good and flavorful. Sadly I wasn't able to finish my whole dish, but it's just as good as leftovers. Also, don't pass up on the cornbread and the herb honey butter. read more

Run to Ethel's but save a seat for me! Small quaint restaurant in Mt. Washington with the cutest balcony and best service hands down!!! The food is delicious and portions are large. We ordered the cream of crab soup, fried oysters, creole boat,gumbo, ribs and cornbread. (It was a large party). Everyone was pleased! Not one dish was Medicare. The food is flavorful,fresh and exceptional. The green butter and cornbread is sinfully good!!! Well done Ethel's!!!!^ read more

Why did I NOT know about this restaurant until a friend of mind recommended it. There are very few restaurants in the Baltimore Area that serve creole food that lean towards the authentic cuisine found in the heart of Lousiana. The food is amazing (all three of us in my party were very satisfied with our selections) and the service is outstanding. I had the sausage and shrimp gumbo and it was far from bland. It was well seasoned with just the right amount of spiciness; the shrimp, were large and plentiful. The roux made the gumbo a HIT! If the roux ain't good, the gumbo is a flop! Ask any Louisiana native. The cornbread, although served as a side dish, was a good accompaniment to the gumbo. My party also ordered the Creole Shrimp Boat and NOLA Chicken which were also delicious. The restaurant is located across the street from Mt. Washington Tavern. Although the space is small, the flavors are Big! I will be back. read more

Ordered the jambalaya and ribs. Jambalaya was amazing but the ribs were subpar, maybe because I'm use to a specific taste/texture. But they were more chewy than tender and the sauce was Korean-esque..why?! Especially when pairing with mash.. maybe this is a MD thing? Ordered out so I can't comment on the vibe of the restaurant but the person who took my phone order was very nice and clarified any questions I had about the menu. read more

Another superb dinner! Perfectly seasoned food and generous portions! Wonderful staff!

In a city that has it on almost every menu, it's actually really hard to get a GOOD cup of Cream of Crab soup. Never fear though, you can get it at Ethel's. Theirs is nicely flavored and has large lumps of crab. While I wasn't really hungry after the soup, I had to try the Shrimp Jambalaya. It was just as good as the soup. The portion was huge, so I had some for lunch the next day. read more

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Service has certainly gone downhill at this place. Not sure if they changed recipes or chefs or what but my last few visits have been disappointing. I always get the crab dip and moms crab cake. The crab dip should've been label cheese and spinach dip because it was a bowl of cheese soup with an excessive amount of spinach in it. Mom crab cakes were okay that's the only reason they're getting 2 stars. I won't even get started on the milk mash potatoes. Our server was excellent who was also the bartender even tho we sat outside, possibly the only one working in the entire restaurant that evening. read more

The food was good. It's a small comfy restaurant. The drinks were amaze balls and I really enjoyed them more than the food. It just didnt bring that creole taste to life like being in new Orleans. I'm going to go back and try It once more because maybe i didnt get the star dish. The cream of crab soup was very delicious and flavorful so I recommend getting that . read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Always wonderful & worth the visit to Mt. Washington! Thanks & love the Creole Rice.

Came here with some friends for our monthly supper club. As soon as I saw the name, I immediately thought of NOLA and had to try it out. Clearly the first thing was to order a drink. Ended up having a dark and stormy and vieux carre. Both were good, but I would recommend the vieux carre because I love whiskey. Now onto the food. As an appetizer we ended up sharing the Chipeppa - a stuffed red bell pepper with andouille sausage, cheese, peppers and onions. Absolutely amazing! For the main course I got the shrimp gumbo. I felt I was obligated to as it's their speciality, and I wasn't steered wrong! If it had been 50 degrees warmer and humid, I would have been convinced is was in NOLA! Also had a side of greens, just because. Will definitely be coming back here! read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Chipeppa - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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The absolute best cream of crab soup I have ever had. Food is absolutely delicious. The staff always makes me feel valued.

Came here on a recommendation from staff at Ojas Wellness. I visited on a Friday around 1130am. I was nervous about how I was dressed (workout gear, hoodie, sneakers), but the women at Ojas assured me that since it was early afternoon, it was a safe bet that I'd be there alone or with just a few other patrons. WOW...I loved everything about Ethel's Creole Kitchen! I walked in and was immediately greeted by Jeff, one of the owners. He was so friendly and didn't make me feel underdressed or out of place. I sat at a table in the dining room on the first level. From my table, I had a view into the kitchen which I loved. What I ate/drank: 1. Arnold Palmer: the perfect ratio of lemonade to iced tea. Not too sweet, not to tart. 2. Cream of crab soup: I kept my expectations low as to the amount of actual crab meat that I would see. This soup had so many pieces of jumbo lump crab meat! YES! This is what I'm talking about! 3. Shrimp Marty sandwich: The shrimp were covered in cajun seasonings and cooked to perfection. The sandwich has a remoulade on it that is to DIE for! I wished that I could've bought a bottle of the stuff! It comes with a side of chips. 4. Chocolate Silk Pie: one bite of this was heaven. The pie is so smooth...has a consistency thicker than a mousse...maybe more along the lines of a flan. There's a layer of broken up chocolate cookies (maybe Oreo's) on it. The texture mash up between the crunchy and smooth worked so well together. Jeff was my server and he was on point with everything. He even noticed my Loyola sweatshirt and we had a nice conversation about him doing performances at the coffee houses on campus back in the day. He must've sensed my curiosity about the dinner service because he ended up bringing me a dinner menu...everything looks so good! I ended up taking half of my Shrimp Marty and Silk pie home. Everything was just as good the second day as it was on the first. I am excited to try the dinner here! read more

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Nice place! Took mom out for Valentines Day , and was pleasantly surprised! Food was good & the staff was really nice. I will definitely come back! Mom got the gumbo with sausage and crab. She liked it, but the andouille sausage was a little bit much for her. She did love her cream of crab soup. I had the crab dip for an appetizer, and the Creole shrimp boat for my entree. Needless to say I was full after 3 bites of my entree! Brought the rest of it home, but it was good and I can't wait to finish it. Will definitely have to come again! read more

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Omg! This food is delicious!!! I had the jambalaya! The flavors are incredible and Niño was a great server! He was knowledgeable and patient. read more

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YO! Where did these guys learn how to cook? Because I need to go to that school. Holy s**t... One of the best meals I had all year last year. My best friend and her husband regularly visit this place, even though they usually try to avoid the pricey joints. But they said this place was 100% worth it. And it turned out that she taught the owner's kids at one point, so there was a bit of a friendship connection there that gave us a little extra service, which is always welcome. Of course, I ordered the crab dip appetizer to start my meal. Dude... I don't think words can really explain how much I tore this dish up. Fortunately, my friend is lactose intolerant and can't do cheese, so this dish was ALL mine. A special appetizer dish was sent to our table from the owner (I can't remember what it was) and I was sitting there busily wiping up every last bit of crab dip with my bread because I couldn't let it go to waste. (See, places like this are why I gained 10 pounds since November.) Oh, before I forget... I ordered an Old Fashioned from the bar. Maaan... AND this place mixes drinks well too. Back to the food... Seeing as how this was a Creole place, I went with the Jambalaya. Full disclosure: I haven't been to New Orleans yet, but I imagine that the food there is probably on par with this place. The Jambalaya was sooo good and the portions were plentiful. So much so I took a doggy bag of leftovers back to the crib and ate the rest the next morning. Like I said already, this isn't the cheapest place. But it is absolutely worth spending some of your hard-earned money. And feel free to talk to the owner if you see him... He's a super-cool, down to earth guy. read more

The service was good and the staff was very nice. The ribs needed more seasoning. The seasoning was a bit bland. The mashed potatoes were good. The veggies were... veggies lol. What really took me by surprise is the lemon silk cake. I expected to see a lemon cake, but was pleasantly surprised to see a chocolate one. It wasn't chocolate though. The white mousse/foam part in the picture was lemon flavored. I didn't like it at all. Chocolate mixed with lemon is not my cup of tea but someone else might enjoy it. All in all, it was a good meal. read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Lemon silk pie - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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I should of written this review sooner but here you go.... This place is a hidden gem in Mt Washington, MD. It's a wonderful place with good food that transport you to New Orleans.. From the time you walk into the restaurant, you hear jazz and the warmth of the staff. The food is off the chain! I decided to have a surprise dinner for my brother and we tried everything!! We started off with the house ciabatta bread & olive oil. It was recommended by our waitress so we try the cornbread.... Stop the press! The basil butter made this bread pop and I couldn't get enough of it. We had more with some collards and bacon ends. What!!! You have to be from the Deep South to appreciate that bacon in the collards. If you don't eat pork leave the collards for the real people. We tried a variety of appetizers and eventually, moved to the dinner entree's. Pictures are worth a thousand words. This place will be forever at the top of my list of place to dine when I return to Baltimore. Compliments to the chef and to the staff. This place is hot!!! read more

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Starting with my favorite, the crab dip was rich and creamy, loaded with cheese and crabmeat. Baguette slices were slightly toasted which brought a nice crunch to it. We scooped and whipped every single bit of it to make sure nothing went to waste. Seafood jambalaya came with a decent portion of seafood with the perfect amount of spicy. The seafood were cooked and prepared freshly, without any rubbery or mushy taste. The ribs I ordered I also enjoyed. The meat was almost falling off the bone. The rib was properly seasoned with a hint of smokiness, and the dish came with a side of mushed potato and fresh veggie. Oh, if you get to pick, try their cornbread! They are warm, dense and sweet and the herb butter is some of the best I have ever had. Superb atmosphere and very accommodating and friendly staff. I would recommend this place. read more

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Good food but not a lot of options for non-meat eaters. Yet the food is fresh and prepared well.

This was a great find to take my girlfriend out on a date. Loved the ambiance. The staff was extremely friendly and attentive. The food was AMAZING! I ordered a blackened shrimp sand which was delicious and my girlfriend ordered the seafood jumbalaya which she said had the perfect amount of spice to it. Definitely a good spot to check out. Highly recommend! read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

(This review has been sitting as an unfinished draft for months now, and I almost feel guilty completing it right now. Why? Because this was my first time trying authentic Cajun food, and I feel like an imposter in a foreign land. Truth be told, I've never been to NOLA, shelled a crawfish, or thought of Mardi Gras as anything but a fuzzy enigma in the far reaches of my brain. Please bear this in mind as I take the role of Cajun imposter and give you my amateur thoughts on this new found cuisine.) As a foodie-in-training, I've noticed that the best food around town come from some of the worst areas. While Mt. Washington does not necessarily qualify as "The Wire" territory, it still makes you hesitate as you drive through it at night. Hence, I had high expectations for the food, which this little restaurant met completely. It's a place with a distinct homey feel to it, similar to dining at a cute bed and breakfast. When you first walk in, you're greeted with mouth watering smells of food cooking in the kitchen down the hall. If something smells that intoxicating, you know you're on to something good. I learned quite a few things on this trip. First- gumbo is supposed to be cooked the Ethel and Ramone way- a thin rue with a delightfully complex interplay of flavors. Second- Jambalaya is actually really good, and nothing like the Cheesecake Factory version (yes, this is really the only other jambalaya I can remember trying). Third- holy heavens these portions are MASSIVE. Each dish could easily serve 3 grown men or 4 small Asian girls as stand along entrees. Fourth- Although the fresh bread may tempt you with its evil serpent charms, stay away. You'll need all the stomach room you can muster for the actual meal. read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Seafood Gumbo - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

So I'm back with a review of @ethelscreolekitchen here in Baltimore! I'm going to keep it real with you guys okay. I didn't know anything about this restaurant before I went and, from the name, I assumed it was Black owned, which it is not. I was honestly hoping that they had some Brothers and Sistas in the back cooking up a storm, and putting their "feet in everything" in hopes of bringing grandma's Creole recipes to the masses, but I didn't get that. What I got was classically trained Chef "Jim," and "Bob's" interpretation of what Creole food is. They were definitely masters of presentation, because my gumbo sure looked pretty. However, after my first taste, I could instantly tell that the flavors were catered to the palates of their primary demographic (caucasians). My Seafood gumbo was extremely bland and the base tasted like spicy beef gravy from a McCormick package. In all honesty, I don't care who cooks the food. I just want it to taste good. However, if you are going make money off of a different culture than your own's foods then you have to come correct. These chefs didn't not represent the Creole culture well and I was very disappoint with that. There were some positives. The seafood they used was fresh (but not seasoned); the Mint Dailey was very strong; and the staff was extremely friendly. Even with that, I can't recommend this place to you guys. read more

This is my favorite place! The crab dip is sensational along with the wonderful staff. If I lived closer I'd be here every day. Our meal was excellent!! read more

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This place is a hidden gem. The food is delicious and very flavorful. I always start with the crab dip. The portion is huge.

I was invited to dinner at this restaurant shortly after returning from my second home. The food was not bad. It was actually good and did what it was supposed to do in that moment. However, the flavors paled in comparison to anything with the word creole attached to the name. I honestly wanted the food to thrill me because I am always searching for local restaurants that offer truly delicious food. Prior to dining at this restaurant, I looked at the reviews, but most importantly I looked at the pictures of the food. When making my decisions about where to eat, there are a number of factors that play into the decision. I was initially really excited about eating here. The food was good enough that I would return; however, next time I would lose the expectation. read more

I went here on a Friday around 5:30pm with 1 other person. It wasn't crowded but that is probably because we were there pretty early in the evening. Once we left all of the tables (about 5 tables or so) were booked. Reservation may be a good idea since its a small place. Now to the food. We started with the Smoked Bluefish app which was good! I am not a lover of smoked fish but this was tasty. The portion is pretty big and I personally think it was too much for 2 people but if you love smoked fish you may disagree. My boyfriend got the Sausage and Shrimp Gumbo. He loved it! The portion was big and they definitely didn't skimp on the shrimp. I tried it and thought it was very good as well! I ordered the Creole Shrimp Boat, which comes with mussels, fish, crab, and shrimp. Again, the portion was big and they didn't skimp on the seafood. It was very tasty! I will definitely be back to Ethel's again when I am craving that creole/Cajun cuisine!! read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Smoked Bluefish - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Came to Baltimore for a weekend getaway. This was the first place on our "food adventure" during this trip and it was AMAZING! They are so welcoming here and the food is A1! You should definitely stop by here. Street parking wasn't an issue either! read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Andouille and shrimp jamabalaya - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Food was good but the service was subpar! Chef got upset because we didn't like a dish and asked to alter another.

The food here is to die for. As someone who is obsessed with cornbread (I get it every restaurant where it is offered) they by far have the best cornbread in Baltimore. Furthermore, the fried oysters were amazing. I got the short ribs with mashed potatoes and veggies for dinner and was so happy. Also, the portions for entrees are large!! Love that! Our server Jacque was super personable and funny, which made the experience all the better. Also, i recommend outdoor seating if possible- very romantic and the flowers and colors of the patio / outside of the restaurant add to the fabulous Louisiana Creole vibe. read more

Ethel's Creole Kitchen - Fried oysters (appetizer) - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Loved it! It's a secret gem. Food & drinks were great & staff was wonderful! Very accommodating and even though they were setting up for a busy evening, gave us their undivided attention! read more

Get the mo boy! It was so so good. Also peach cobbler was great and everything was reasonably priced

Tried it for the first time tonite. Curbside Service very good. Food was not seasoned enough for me, no traces of creole anywhere. Disappointment and won't return. read more