After reading some reviews regarding the "best fish and chips" in the area, I decided to go there,…read moreand try their fish and chips . When entering the restaurant, I didn't see the ordering station, and walked up to the counter. No hostess or waiters in this place, and we were ignored for several minutes. The food was good, but expensive. With tip, our 2 meals came to $75. I was not impressed with this place, and can't recommend it.

It's a nice place to chill and enjoy some good food. Very welcoming. The fried cat fish was hot and…read moremoist, and the oysters poboy hit the spot. Everything was fresh out of the fryer. Definitely going back again.

The elderly man is always so nice and friendly and makes customers a welcoming. The young one at…read morethe cash register always looks angry or annoyed. It's make customers feel unwelcome. Young people need to learn about customer service. If you're not happy with your work, don't work, quit. Don't bring your problems to work. Their fish and shrimps are very good. Fried perfectly and not greasy. I love their Perch and Catfish. I wish they would add flounder to the menu as well. Prices are reasonable and heir sauces are very tasty. I like that they put sliced bread under the fried food to soak up the excess oil. Their Cole slaw is really good and the hush puppies are very flavorful. Their chicken could use some more flavor. Seems a little in the bland side.

Hip Hop is not what it used to be. I ordered the catfish nuggets and fries combo, everything tastes…read morebland. No seasoning that you're supposed to be famous for just plain batter on the fish. The ones in the city are better.

What a great way to spend my Saturday afternoon! Getting some Boom Boom sauce from the Crack and…read moreJuicy! This place has been here 3 years but we had never been. So glad we found it. Before we ordered they offered us a fried shrimp sample. Big, tasty and the seasoning was amazing! Got the Crack N Juicy special and it all tasted amazing. Very friendly staff and great service. The restaurant is clean. Very small and only 5 tables of 4, so plan ahead or take it to go. Prices are decent for seafood, even off season!

Ordered fried shrimp, fried clams, Cole slaw, French fries and hush puppies to go…read more Shrimp were large and delicious, clams were small and mostly breading. The Cole slaw was delicious, French fries were kind of soggy and hush puppies weren't in my order when I got home. The staff is very friendly and when I contacted them about the missing hush puppies they were very apologetic and offered to make it right. From previous reviews I was expecting larger clams and the cocktail sauce was very watery and not as I have usually been served. Will I go back? Of course I will there is a lot more on their menu to try.

Finding parking in Old Ellicott City can be a challenge, so having a small parking lot behind the…read morerestaurant was a huge plus. Inside, the space is large and open with a great atmosphere, and there are plenty of larger tables that make it a good spot for groups. Our waitress was friendly, and the service was impressively quick. The standout was definitely the Gruyère mac and cheese. The portion was huge, making it easy to take leftovers home. We also tried the dirt cup for dessert, which was just okay and didn't quite live up to the rest of the meal. Overall, it's a great place with a fun vibe, good service, and delicious comfort food.

Overall: typical pub food, draught beer, okay service, local decor, single stall gendered…read morebathrooms, high chairs available, steps to get in the front door Kids meals came out hot and fast. They were large portion sizes and costs $8. Adult meals took a typical amount of time. Portion sizes were huge. Prices were between $15-$30. I had the new cut burger. I asked for it to have no blue cheese but it still had blue cheese on it, so I didn't really enjoy it plus it was very dry. The market veggies (zucchini) were good but definitely smothered in fat. My partner's fried fish was excellent. The fries were just okay.

This is a great fast casual restaurant located near Tatte and Wonder. Prices are reasonable and…read moreyour food is cooked to order. I like how they grill most of the fish here. Sign up for their rewards on their app, you get a free protein bowl! The fish plates are good. Tried the Branzino and Salmon/Swai combo plates. I like the garlic sauce on the fish. You choose your two sides. The sweet potato fries was great! My daughter really loved the shrimp and avocado salad she got it twice in two days! The fish tacos also didn't disappoint. They do offer chicken for the non-seafood eaters. Happy they opened their first East Coast location here in Rockville!

A casual seafood restaurant?! In Maryland?! This is so needed for the pescatarians and seafood…read morelovers! What I love about California Fish Grill is that the food isn't overwhelmingly expensive, and with it being a casual spot, the wait wasn't long either. They also serve chicken, for the folks who are not in the seafood mood. I've been here a couple times and got the chance to try a few menu selections. On this visit, I ordered tacos: one cajun shrimp and one cajun fish. It came with two sides: rosemary zucchini and beans. I really loved my meal. Other menu items I've tried include the lobster roll, the branzino with Brussels sprouts and Mexican corn, and the Mediterranean shrimp bowl. I loved everything, but I'll probably vote for the lobster roll and Mexican corn as my favorites!

I am a sucker for some good fish and chips. I really enjoy when it is put together perfectly To get…read moreit as near as authentic is something that one can strive for. I have come across very few places that hit the mark, and this one definitely did. I could have cared less what else was on the menu, I walked up, ordered the fish and chips, paid, and had them in my hands in no time flat. Truly, I ordered and before the payment processed I had food in hand. Service was definitely the fastest I have had just about anywhere. After finding a seat I was able to dig in. "The Governor's" Fish & Chips, as the menu officially names it, is a gigantic piece of Atlantic cod. Expertly battered and fried to a crip. Each bite was crunchy with that flaky cod inside. Pairing it with the tartar sauce for every single bite, you will keep going until this disappeared. Their chips, more like potato wedges, are triple cooked. Extremely crispy, the ketchup is a nice addition, never was a malt vinegar person. I was definitely full and shared some of this with my colleague as so none of this would go to waste. The only thing that I did not like were the Mushy Peas. I know, the name says it all, but they could have let that little cup of those watery, bland peas off the plate. This was by far the most delicious lunches I have had in a long time.

Some of the best fish and chips I've had in a long time!!…read more Above Ground is located inside Union Market. I can on a Sunday afternoon, and the market was buzzing, but there wasn't anyone in line for this place. I got "The Governor's" Fish & Chips. It comes with "mushy peas". I asked what that was, and the gentleman literally showed me a can of green peas. So I politely asked for no peas, just an extra tartar sauce instead. My wait was only about 10 minutes and my food came out piping hot! The fish was crispy, flaky and delicious. The chips were more like potato wedges, just not as crispy, but they give you a generous portion!! The tartar sauce!??? 10/10...one of the best tartar sauces I've had. It paired perfectly with the fish, and I'm glad I had two. The meal also comes with a lemon wedge and packets of malt vinegar, which I absolutely used. And if you like hot sauce on your fish like i do, ask for packets of their "spicy sauce". Overall, a great first experience. And well worth the $19 it's priced at. Downside: Union Market has NO A/C. It was sooo hot in there, everyone was walking around sweating. My food would've been 10x better if I could've eaten comfortably.

I enjoyed my visit here! The wings were fresh, nicely sized, and fried perfectly, I didn't even…read morehave to ask for them extra crispy. The catfish and lake trout were well breaded and generously portioned. I would definitely recommend asking for extra of the white seasoning on your food, while everything was good and fresh there wasn't much salt added. So the seasoning they put on top makes it perfect. I also loved the jumbo shrimp, fries, yams, and broccoli cheddar bites. The mac and cheese was decent. The only item I wouldn't recommend is the greens -- they seemed fresh but lacked flavor. The owner, Ashraf, is very kind, and the restaurant was clean and well organized. They offer some great deals and are even open on Thanksgiving! I definitely recommend checking them out.

Been meaning to try this place especially after hearing how it compared to a similar establishment…read more Decided to grab a quick bite with the kiddos. Walked in and it was surprisingly empty. Just the owner (i think) and I guy cooking. Ordered the wings and jumbo shrimp combo and got a half and half to drink. The half and half couldve been better. The food was good. Not great but not bad either. It was good for what this place is and the kids now prefer it over Hip-hop. The wings were decent but the shrimp was the star of the show for me. They were actually jumbo and seasoned/ breaded good enough. Not the best chicken box I've had but it will do the job if I need one.

The service was great. The ambience because it was a to go spot it was in and out, but you still…read morewas able to sit down and eat your food if you chose to.. but the food what I got I have to say it was amazing. It was really good. Definitely have to come back and try something else.

Great NE-style food!!! Nothing like it in the area. High quality and good pricing. Fish and chips…read moreare a favorite. Crab cakes are unique and delicious. Consistently delicious.