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    Jimmy's Famous Seafood

    3.6 (2.3k reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Seafood paella
    Alexandra G.

    Not sure what Jimmy is famous for... perhaps being mid? We knew we had to try their famous crab cakes. Now, I always break out in a small sweat when I see "market price," but absolutely nothing could have convinced me that these crab cakes were worth $75. I would appreciate the fact that the cakes are 95% crab more if there was more nuance in the texture and flavor; it was flat to me, and I expect more from that price. Now, the mac and cheese we ordered on the side was the best mac and cheese I've ever eaten in my entire life. But, this is jimmy's famous seafood, not Jimmy's famous mac and cheese. We also ordered the seafood paella, which came absolutely loaded with clams, shrimp, mussels, and scallops. This was tasty, but nothing that blew my socks off. The charred broccolini we ordered on the side was pretty tough. To finish, we got their homemade creme brûlée, which disappointed me a lot. The top was crispy but the custard itself was chunky rather than the smooth, soft texture I was expecting. If this was based on service alone, I would give a solid 5 stars. Our waiter, and it seemed like every waiter, was very attentive and friendly and on top of things. It seemed like they had their staff well trained and coordinated. Overall, we had high hopes for this place, but it really fell short for us. We rarely splurge on a nice dinner, but figured Jimmy's would be worth it. Unfortunately, I just don't think it was :(

    Stuffed Lobster Tail
    Kai E.

    Every trip back home to Baltimore includes one mission, finding a great crab cake. My family knows I'm always looking to try a new seafood spot, so this visit we met at Jimmy's Famous Seafood for a Friday brunch straight from the airport. Reservations are highly recommended, and I appreciated being able to book online. Just be aware they require a credit card and charge a $10 per person fee for no shows. Parking was free and easy, and after figuring out which entrance was for the dining room, we were greeted by a friendly hostess and chose to sit on the patio. The outdoor misting system was a nice touch on a warm summer day, and even at noon the restaurant was filling up fast. I started with a red sangria that was refreshing, although I never found the fruit I was told it included. My family enjoyed the crab dip, crabby chicken quesadilla, and crab balls, while I ordered the Stuffed Lobster Tail. Since I was told Jimmy's lobster and crab cakes are amazing , this was the perfect choice. It was cooked perfectly and absolutely delicious. My only disappointment was the charred broccolini, which was a little too firm for my taste. I had a great experience and can definitely see why Jimmy's is so popular. The service and food was excellent. I only wish I had time to come back for dinner before heading home. I also love that they ship their famous crab cakes nationwide. I may have to order some for my husband back in Georgia.

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    Zakia W.

    What a treat! After living in California, getting to enjoy fresh Maryland seafood again at Jimmie's Seafood was absolutely worth it. We ordered a little bit of everything, and every dish was delicious. We sat outside on the covered patio, which was comfortable and perfect for enjoying the beautiful weather. Bonus points for being dog-friendly--as long as your pup is on a leash, they're welcome to join you! Our server was incredibly attentive, friendly, and made the entire experience enjoyable from start to finish. Parking was easy with two lots available, which is always a plus. Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Baltimore!

    Crab cake BLT-very dry

    Went to Jimmy's and they are overrated. Ordered the crab cakeggrolls. They looked nothing like the tic toc and YouTube videos.presentation was lackluster. They were not crunchy at all. Had the crabcake, shrimp BLT. It was a bust. The bread was over toasted almost burnt and the sandwich was very dry. I should have sent it back, that's how bad it was. The only thing that tasted good was the seafood pasta. It was amazing. My mom had the jumbo shrimp and lobster mac and cheese. She said the mac and cheese lacked flavor. Jimmy's should present their food like they do on tic tok and YouTube. Too many items on the menu. They should have a few signature dish but it appears like they don't.

    Patrick P.

    Was in town for a business meeting and We happened to be right down the road from here. So glad we came By. Peter G was our server and he crushed it. I ordered the 1 lb crab cake along with the crab bisque and it was amazing Parking was easy. The menu is robust and I can't wait to come back.... Delicious food here!

    Oyster Rockefeller
    Kara P.

    This place was just OK. We came for my nephews birthday dinner after his dad raved about it. We had a large party of about 20 people on a Saturday night but they were able to accommodate us with a reservation day of. The establishment itself was pretty noisy. Our waiters were fine except one woman seemed overwhelmed by how busy the restaurant was. Now onto the food they graciously suggested we put the kids orders in first which was a good idea but I wished all the orders would have went in because the adult entrées ordered later took what felt like forever to come out. My husband requested the cream crab soup to come out with the appetizers but it was drastically delayed and served lukewarm at best. I tried the oyster Rockefeller which was just OK. I did appreciate the bread service. I had the crabcake entrée with asparagus and thoroughly enjoyed both. I also had a strawberry mocktail which was nice. The kids entrées were also a nice size. We did the chicken tenders and the burger sliders. I had the double chocolate cake which was OK, my nephew had the yellow cake with chocolate icing and after trying his I preferred it. Our waiter brought a chest full of goodies out for the birthday boy and his cousins. That was the highlight of the experience in my opinion. I'd give this honestly a solid 3.5 stars. I also heard that there are other rooms to enjoy but we didn't experience any of that.

    Michael C.

    Decent crab legs, interesting vibe to the place. It temporarily curbed my need for crabs but I most likely would try somewhere else next time.

    Cocktails one was a gin spritzer with Bombay gin, Prosecco, and mint the other was tequila based with hot honey & sour mix
    Andrew C.

    Amazing Crab Cakes, barely any filler with their remoulade with a side of charred broccolini. These are 2 8oz crab cakes I thought it was 8oz total. They are huge, very rich and filling. Too much food! We had the crab cakes egg-rolls with their famous slaw. Delicious! We enjoyed the cocktails. Service was great and server was knowledgeable!

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    Kisa H.

    We are in town for a convention. Our waiter was very attentive. We ordered several items from the menu. I ordered the jumbo male crabs. The atmosphere is nice but be ready to crack open those crabs. They were good. I also ordered a crab cake on the side. It was definitely award winning. The drinks were nice. They have so many noteworthy items on the menu. I really need to go back to sample a few more items.

    Nachos
    Russell J.

    We had a great experience at Jimmys. Walked in on a Sunday afternoon. Server was polite and cordial. Orange & Grapefruit Crush. Seafood nachos were ! Maryland Crab Soup was a little too peppery Red Snapper and Crabcake were our entrees. Overall, Jimmy's reputation is well deserved!

    Mel B.

    My 1st time in Baltimore I had to try the seafood. A friend, who joined us, recommended Jimmy's. He had been here several times and liked it. He has not stirred me wrong yet. We were a party of 5 showing up with a reservation. I could see one was not really needed. The decor, ambiance and vibe was hitting us in a very good way. The service was excellent. Everything brought out in a timely manner. We were checked on enough but not overtly excessive. I started with an old fashion. Decent, good enough to satisfy my craving and wet my whistle. We were looking for something exceptional and I believe we found it. All were in agreement to share the Seafood Tower. Crab Cake Egg Rolls, Mini Lobster Tails, Jumbo Calamari, Tequila Lime Shrimp, Jackpot (Clams Casino and Oysters Rockefeller), Grilled Octopus, Mussels Nirvana, and Famous Crab Dip. It was all so so delicious. Though the portions may look small it was more than enough to satisfy our fill. And well worth the price. I was also told you could order this nation wide. Give them a buzz to place your order. Growing up in the East Coast the thing I missed the most was blue crab. I ordered some excited to have satiated by craving. I was surprised how small they were and very salty. This would not do. In fact, I couldn't eat it. I ended up taking it back and making fried rice out of it. Being that small there wasn't much to pull off of it. Live and learn. My wife wanted mac and cheese. I'm not a fan but that was really good. Didn't feel like I was choking on cheese and it was good quality cheese. All in all it was a good experience and would come back again.

    Nicole B.

    Went to Jimmy's during the lunch hours for the first time, service was quick and the food was very good! I ordered the crabby chicken sandwich buffalo style. For lunch time, it was still pretty busy but our party of 7 was well taken care of.

    Samantha G.

    The thing that has brought me to Jimmy's is the Taylor Swift brunch parties. The first one was meh. The staff weren't very attentive (they were probably also overwhelmed), there wasn't any decor, and the food was underwhelming. And there was the manager/owner/whatever really pressuring folks to write positive Google reviews. The second one I attended (for The Life of a Showgirl release) was immensely better! There was decor, super cute placemats, etc. And the staff was more friendly, attentive, and engaging. Even the food was better. The upstairs bar area is smaller than I was expecting. But it's a nice space with a large square bar, plenty of TVs, and even a patio area. I'd be interested to sample the dinner menu and try more of the non-brunch options. So hopefully I'll find myself in Baltimore sometime where I can do that.

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    Are you guys open Xmas day this year? Found you on a list of places that may be open.

    Yes, we are. We are open 365 days a year, including all major holidays

    Is there a food menu available in the bar area (after the dining room closes)?

    Absolutely. We stop seating in the main dining room 9 pm. However, the kitchen remains open to serve the bar area until 11 or 12 pm depending upon the day.

    Are reservations mandatory?

    Reservations are not mandatory, but strongly suggested.

    Is there a dress code?

    No, no dress code at the bar for sure. Shirts and shoes probably required. :) I would think the entire restaurant is come as you are, being a casual, crab restaurant (messy) as well.

    Do they have bottomless brunches on the weekends?

    Yes until 2:00

    Is there parking on site?

    They do have parking.

    Do they serve from their entire menu on Sundays, or only the brunch menu?

    I don't know

    Do they still do a weekend happy hour?

    Yes on Saturday 2pm- 5pm

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    We had a good time as a party of 2 on a Friday night. We arrived shortly before 8pm without a…read morereservation and the gentleman working the parking lot was kind to inform us that we may only get a seat at the bar, which was fine. There were some larger parties waiting, but luckily the hostess had a picnic table for 2 available outside of the bar area. The live band was good but we are old and thus were happy not to be seated so close that we had to shout to hear each other. They had signs posted saying they were out of steamed crabs, so it may be good to call before going there if that's what you're aiming for. We ordered the Brussel sprout appetizer, crab dip, and chicken Chesapeake sandwich. All three were very good. My only critique was that there was a bit too much salt on top of the crab dip. I also got a non alcoholic lemon basil fizz. I did not taste any of the basil and for $11 I would skip this next time. Overall we were happy with the experience and would gladly come back.

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    We stopped at Costas Inn tonight on our way north, hoping to find some great Maryland crab dishes,…read moreand we were not disappointed! Right from the start, our server, Chuck, made us feel welcome. We mentioned a food allergy, and while he wanted to make sure he understood everything correctly, he quickly brought over his manager, Maria, to assist. Maria was incredibly thorough and went above and beyond, even showing me ingredient information to ensure everything was safe. That level of care and attention was greatly appreciated. For dinner, we ordered the Maryland crab soup, which was hearty, thick, and packed with flavor--not watered down at all. We also shared a side salad that was surprisingly huge and fresh. The crab cakes were outstanding, loaded with lump crab meat and served with delicious sides. We also tried the rockfish special, which was almost like a crab cake made with fish--unique, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Unfortunately, we were too full for dessert, but the desserts we saw being served to other tables looked amazing and definitely worth trying on a future visit. Both Chuck and Maria were attentive throughout our meal, and Chuck's friendly, kind personality made the experience even better. Excellent food, outstanding service, and great attention to customer needs. We will absolutely be back the next time we're in Baltimore!

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