This review is only based on their soups. Clam chowder and…read moreMarland crab. The soup is commercially batch made that they pour out of big plastic bags. The taste is pretty good and the prices are fair. Its outdoor which is good because it would have a stronger fishy smell.

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.

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.

The service was plush and punctual. I'm a pescatarian so I'm…read morealways looking for good seafood,but The Grill food was so on point,that I almost forgot I had to go to work after having brunch. The ambience was lit,cool air through out,although it was a 90 outdoors,and they have some great tasting wine and bubbly.

This place exceeded my expectations. Usually spots in hype areas kinda suck, but I was surprised…read morethat everything we got was amazing. The burger was 10/10 melting in my mouth delicious. My husband got a steak and he loved that too. We were there on Oktoberfest so the service outside was a bit slow but that is to be expected.

The restaurant is nice and airy, with minimal but charming decorations. I couldn't tell how noisy…read moreit gets because there weren't many customers when we were there for brunch last week, which is too bad as the food is really good and not unreasonably priced. We had the very large breakfast burrito and the garden vegetable shakshuka. Both were excellent; delivered hot and were well seasoned. The coffee is strong but not acidic. The servers were very helpful and attentive, and responsive to requests for additional items. I would definitely return again for a meal before a play at Arena stage or otherwise.

One of my new friends lives at the Wharf so there is literally something to do all day, every day!…read more Fish Shop was in my bookmarks and I had mentioned this a few times but never came. He literally picked everything around the Wharf but this place. One morning after getting his boat docked, before heading this is condo, I said let's go to Fish Shop. I guess I know why he never wanted to come. The place is never packed and I know why. We got a few things for brunch and the fish came out raw. Charbroiled Oysters were good. I wouldn't return. They need a better menu and the food needs to be memorable. One and done for me. Ambiance is nice! Date night worthy at least to try.

We stumbled upon Rappahannock Oyster Co. while walking around The Wharf, and I'm so glad we did. It…read morehappened to be happy hour, so we grabbed a couple of sangrias and ordered a few fried baskets to share. The shrimp and oysters were incredibly fresh, hot, crispy, and full of flavor. You can definitely tell they take pride in the quality of their seafood. My nephew ordered the burger and absolutely devoured it, so I'd say that was a win too! Between the waterfront views, laid-back atmosphere, wonderful staff and great food, it was the perfect place to take a break and refuel after exploring the area. If you're spending the day at The Wharf and looking for a casual spot with delicious seafood and a great vibe, I'd definitely recommend stopping here.

I was recommended this place because of the…read more So I brought some out of town guests here but honestly I wasn't that impressed with The menu is very small first of My guests got shrimp Po boy and pasta they seem to like their dishes I got The market fish which was the tuna steak. It was just okay A bit pricey given the amount of food given The major issue I have with this place is the ambience. The inside seating is really small and really strange. They set us, a party of three, at a sort of bar that was centered around Frozen seafood so it was hard for us to sit around. There weren't too many tables for people to face each other which is also a little bit strange they do have outdoor seating but the view honestly isn't something that I would recommend for outdoor seating even though it's on the wharf Parking in this area is really tough. Either take an Uber or plan to pay for parking or come at an Nothing else really stood out. I doubt I will come back here.

I came here for Restaurant Week for lunch. Three courses for $25 is a steal!…read more I came on a weekday for lunch and it wasn't busy. I imagine the evening to be much more lively. The restaurant is spacious and modern. I was seated near the window and for whatever reason, I did find the restaurant to be a little dusty/fuzzy. I'm not sure if it was from the fuzzy throw pillows or perhaps the napkins, but the table did seem to have little fibers floating around periodically. The booth seat also had some salt or something spilled on it from a previous diner. I was greeted warmly by staff. Luis was my server and service was excellent! For my first course, I ordered the tuna tartare which was a generous serving - great for sharing. The tuna was fresh and they have a 9-minute egg plus little croutons for texture. The meal was off to a good start! Food was brought out quickly. Del Mar means "from the sea" and seafood is really where they shine. For my second course, I ordered the paella fideua negra, which is a thin noodle-based seafood paella instead of rice (much quicker cook time). The dish had great presentation. It was served in a cast iron skillet and they provided wooden paddles to scrape all the goodness from the pan. A separate plate with a lemon and extra aioli was provided as well, which really enhanced the flavor of the dish. The lemon half was served in a squeezing cloth which made it feel extra fancy. The paella was light on the seafood - it had three shrimps, three mussels, and a clam - but they were all nicely cooked and it was a good variety to showcase their seafood skills. Portions were generous - I couldn't finish it all and they kindly packed it up for me to go. To end the meal, I had the ice cream cookie sandwich which was a snickerdoodle cookie with salted caramel gelato dipped in chocolate ganache. I thought the dessert was okay. I like all of the components separately, but together, it ate too sweet (even for a dessert). I had a pleasant dining experience at Del Mar. It felt upscale but still approachable, without being pretentious. I would come again.

After a nice walk along The Wharf, our group decided to stop by Del Mar for lunch. Seeing it…read morefeatured in so many top food guides, we figured it was a good bet for a great meal. They seated us on a gorgeous terrace with sweeping waterfront views, but that's pretty much where the good vibes ended. Immediately, the seating process was a total mess--the staff seemed super confused about how to set up our tables, and they automatically brought out bottled water without us even asking. We decided to go with their $36 brunch deal alongside a few extra sharing plates for the middle of the table. Honestly, the food was fantastic. The crab cakes were packed with flavor, the eggs were cooked to absolute perfection, and having dessert included in that $36 brunch special is an incredible value for this area. Unfortunately, the service completely killed the experience. Despite having a huge team on the floor, the staff was slow, disorganized, and constantly mixed up our courses. To make matters worse, all the confusion led to mistakes on our final check. It's such a shame because the kitchen is doing amazing work and the presentation is spot-on, but the front-of-house team really needs to get it together.

I got the cherry blossom cup with the taiyaki cone here. A little pricey at $12, but still tasty…read more It's a small shop with not a lot of seating. 2026 #17

Stopped into Fat Fish for lunch. I saw that they had a special roll featured for cherry blossoms…read more The Sakura roll is shrimp tempura, avocado, jalapeño with with pink dragonfruit infused rice, topped with fresh salmon, scallions, eel sauce and edible cherry blossom wafers. I also ordered some of the spring rolls. The sushi was okay. The roll was decent in size. The spring rolls were crispy and the chili sauce was perfect. There is some seating indoors as well as a few seats outside.

We came to La Vie for dinner on a Saturday evening before a show and were seated pretty…read moreimmediately. I guess it's uncommon to not have a reservation, so we lucked out! We started with a bourbon and a margarita-like drink, both of which were very good. The service here is outstanding our waiter was very attentive and friendly. The ambiance and decor are a little at odds with each other; the Med-inspired walls with florals and chandeliers felt like it was a little all over the place. Onto the entrees; I had the kefta kebab which was amazing and my husband had the lamb chops which were also quite good! We would return (and dress a little nicer) for a view of the water. The added gratuity was a bit of a shock, but we were slightly prepared. This is a special occasion kind of place, not an every weekend kind of place (I guess depending on who you are, lol).

*3.75 I tried this…read morespot for summer restaurant week after hearing so many good reviews about it. When I arrived for my 5pm reservation there was no one at the hostess stand. I waited for about 6 minutes before anyone showed up and then another few minutes before being seated. This was probably because of turnover service between brunch and dinner. I sat on the terrace which had a beautiful view. It can be a bit toasty if you're facing the sun. For my drink did the Lumiere Du Sud. It was refreshing but nothing to rave about. For summer restaurant week I did the mussels, kafta kebab and tiramisu. The mussels were pretty good. Packed with flavor and sauce. I was a bit disappointed with the kafta kebab. I really wanted to try one of the lamb dishes but didn't want to pay the up charge without trying anything first. The kebab was a bit too salty for me. The portion size was perfect though. The tiramisu was good. The waiter was nice. He described the menu well and checked in frequently but not too much. While I enjoyed my dinner, it didn't wow me. I'd likely come back to try happy hour and check out the penthouse.

First time at Hank's Oyster Bar in the Wharf in DC. Restaurant is a relaxed place right on the…read morewaterfront with indoor and outdoor seating. The menu is seafood focused but also includes burgers, pasta, and more. I had the crab cake sandwich with Old Bay seasoned fries. The crab cake was filled with crabmeat and little filler. It had a nice mayo sauce and the perfect potato roll that hold the crab cake. I'd give the crab cake a 4 out of 5 and would love to try the dinner. My partner had the Mac and cheese which was homemade with a sharp cheese flavor and broil perfectly on top. Hank's is a great little stop if you're on the DC wharf. I'll be back when I'm in town.

Very solid and enjoyable dinner spot on the wharf…read more Dozen mixed oysters (9.5/10) were super fresh, briny and delicious. Crab cake sandwich (8/10): tender, enjoyable but not revelatory. Hushpuppies: (9.5/10) piping hot, light, poppable. They were a hit! Chili carrots (9/10): damn good for a side of baby carrots: warm, sweet with just a touch of heat. Brussels sprouts (9.5/10): they do them right: nice char, well seasoned, packed with flavor. BBQ Oysters: 10/10: gigantic! Some of the biggest oysters I've ever seen, cheesy, with a nice broil. Served 6 to a plate. Service was friendly if a bit inattentive, because it was quite busy. We were glad to get a table outside on the patio to enjoy the views of the water and the warm weather (before all of the Canadian fire smoke came down). Very enjoyable dinner spot.

I have no idea why this place is showing up as closed, as I just ate here a few weeks ago. There…read morewas a large line on a Saturday night, and it was very slow to order and get food. With the big line, I had hoped the food would be good. I ordered the crabcake sandwich ($9.85 w tax), which was mostly filler. There were also some shells in the takeout container. There was no seasoning, and it was just kind of bland and boring. I wouldn't return.

AVOID. Ordered the 12-piece scallops. They all had a nasty metallic after-taste. After forcing my…read moreway through about 4-5 of them, I threw the rest in the trash. I'm not a seafood snob by any means, so if I can't stand them even the most iron-stomached person will have trouble swallowing these. FYI: I researched the metallic taste. Turns out that scallops that taste like ammonia or have a metallic taste were pumped with STP (sodium triphosphate) to make them soak up water (more weight = more money). Yuck.