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    Mackey's Crab House

    3.3 (65 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Venus S.

    Used Uber Eats for delivery, took about 30mins, not hot but good enough to eat. Totally Satisfied my seafood craving without leaving the house. Be prepared to spend at least $25+ for delivery & service fees..

    2pc lake trout platter w/fries
    Kelvin J.

    Ordered the lake trout platter w/fries...nice big pieces of bone in trout, perfectly seasoned, not greasy, and fresh. I called in my order versus using Grubhub or Doordash, it's a lot quicker. The wait wasn't long, plus they call you when your order is ready.

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    Gita G.

    I finally tried this place for the first time the other day. I was actually going to the Mackey's Caribbean place next door, to get those good ole beef patties, but they were sold out, I guess you have to get those early because they sell out fast. So I opted for soul food next door. I ordered the 5 chicken wing meal with Ole Bay seasoning, they were so good, I didn't get fries as the side, I opted for the macaroni salad which was pretty good, a little sweet for my liking but decent. The wings were so good, I went back on yesterday, reordered the same thing, but got the Seafood salad as my extra side, along with the macaroni salad. I did have to pay extra but it was cool. The wings again were great, but the seafood salad was a little on the salty side, had lots of ole bay in it, I took that and mixed it with the macaroni salad, and to me the combination together was perfect.

    Thanks to uber eats Stuffed crab and seafood salad
    Renee B.

    Still hold 5 stars years later. Stopped in here this past Sunday. Called in an order for the stuffed crab when I was about 5 minutes away from the spot. Even thought they were busy, when I arrived my food was done. I just had to wait for it to be bagged. The lady at the counter had awesome customer service. I will continue to support this business. Check it out if you are in the area.

    Joseph F.

    This place has to my be favorite crab house. The crabs was extremely meaty and full of favor. Plus it's a BOB ( Black owned Business).

    Multiple charges but owner claims on ran once
    Elisa G.

    Went into this establishment to support black business. I ordered a stuffed shrimp and lump crab meal. 26.12

    Semaj R.

    Crabs were awesome very big and heavy. Called ahead so there was no waiting for our order to steam. I will definitely patronize them again.

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    Na H.

    We were craving crabs and decided to find a new place where we could go and pick them up to enjoy at home. We rolled the proverbial dice and Mackey's Crab House came up the winner. Although we had to travel from the west side to the east side of Bmore, the 30 trip was not in vain. Turns out this crab house has some of the tastiest steamed crustaceans in the Baltimore area. Upon arriving, we were at the corner of Moravia and Belair Rd traveling east on Moravia and our GPS said we were here, but we didn't see the business on either corner. Turns out it was located on Sanner Ave., a street that is, how can l describe, sorta off to the side of Moravia Rd. Once we crossed Belair Rd on Moravia, a quick look to the right showed the red colored building that was Mackey's. We parked on the street and went down a flight of stairs, which served as the entrance to Mackey's as well as a home, but a small sidewalk to the side took use directly to the business. There were folks sitting outside and some inside when we arrived. The outside and inside reminded me of a 1970's Baltimore corner store with its high counter that even now l had to stand on my toes to place the order. The lady was super pleasant. Since l didn't want to go all out and order an expensive dozen as this was my first time here, l decided to go with a half bushel of small/mediums female/males mixed for $75. If they didn't work out, l could give them away to someone who didn't have the knowledge to know what a good or bad crab tasted like. Anywhoo... not a bad deal and turns out someone was late picking up their order and we were offered it so no wait, plus the crabs were still popping hot! As we paid (they accept cash and plastic) we were given a free piece of craft paper to eat our crabs on (I was impressed). As we made our way back west, the aroma of those crabs was calling, so as soon as we go home, l rushed to the yard, spread out my paper and proceeded to dump crabs out and there were a few cobs of corn in the mix as well ( keep impressing me why don't you?). As l pulled apart the shell of my first one, and proceeded to eat the wonderful, sweet meat l had fallen in love. The seasoning was not your traditional spicy, salty blend, but more of a peppery spice blend with what seemed like a buttery coating, which was fine by me. I didn't experience the burning of the tissue on the insides of my mouth and no breakout due to a highly spiced seasoning. The crabs were a true mix, but were heavy and full of sweet meat complemented by that wonderful seasoning. I enjoyed my purchase and will def be back to Mackey's.

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    Charge me for items on Uber Eats However didn't give the driver all the items that I ordered ordered poor customer service

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    They have great crabs and good service. The people were friendly and crabs a good size. I will be visiting again.

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    1 hour wait to get 6 overcooked XL crabs abs steamed shrimp. Crabs were WAY over cooked and super salty! Shrimp was ok.

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    Order a dozen medium male crabs the sent small female crabs and they wasn't done won't be ordering from them again

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    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    3.3 miFells Point
    $$$
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    Enjoyed a wonderful seafood dinner last night with a group of friends, the food was amazing…read more The Service received from Christian was spot on, top notch, very nice, polished, and attentive. It made our night out standing. Looking forward to returning very soon and requesting Christians Section.

    Sad to have give such a low score because the jumbo crab cake was very good, however I can not get…read morepast the fact that they charged me a gratuity charge (I think it was 15%) because I asked for a to go box to take home my leftovers and did it in a sneaky way without any upfront disclosure. So it cost me $10-15 to for a plastic takeout container. Had I not looked at the customer copy of the bill I would have not only not known but I would have tipped based on the total which already included the additional gratuity charge (which was not disclosed on the merchant copy). This is so unnecessary and ruined what would have been a good experience. They said it was a "sharing charge" which I have experienced and applies when u have another diner with you and u decide to split an entree. Had they disclosed I would at least had the option to finish the meal. The saying "stepping over dollars to pick up pennies " seems to apply as this left such a bad taste I doubt I will return despite the fact the crab cake was delicious and the loaded baked potato was average (hardly loaded) Beware of the hidden gratuity for take home leftovers!!! Update to above: I did follow up with Angie this morning and she was very kind and offered to credit back my card for the extra gratuity. She also explained that I was misled about the "sharing charge" but they do automatically add 15% gratuity regardless of party size or quality of service. So I would give 4 stars for the food quality and 1 star for the way in which they present and charge gratuity. Tipping should remain at the discretion of the diner based on service and food quality otherwise just get rid of tipping and raise your prices

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    4.3(276 reviews)
    3.7 miFells Point
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    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.

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    Mama's on the Half Shell

    4.0(1.5k reviews)
    3.6 miCanton
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    Truly a beautiful day of fun in the sun. I ventured out to Mama's on the Half Shell to celebrate…read moreoyster week and I was totally satisfied with the results. The Rockefeller oysters were the best I have had yet... the spinach and cheese stuffing was absolutely delicious. The gorgeous weather played a major role in how electric the atmosphere was, and the outside patio was jubilant and filled with patrons. Now for me the raw oyster tower selection pushed my experience over the top. The oysters were fresh and chilled to perfection. And for the record, the menu is filled with a lot more tasty dishes than just oysters... so I encourage you on the next nice day ( over the spring & summer ) to stop by Mama's on the Half Shell for an experience that won't disappoint.

    Fantastic choice. We were pining for brunch on a busy Saturday afternoon and hadn't made a…read morereservation. Thankful that they were able to squeeze us in at a table at the top of the stairs. Good people watching--out the window to the folks outside below, but also into the kitchen just behind us. We observed a very well-run establishment. Several staff including the manager, who had a great sense of humor and kind-spiritedness, stopped by to check on us. We didnt end up ordering brunch since items on the other menus won us over very quixkly: the crab cake eggrolls (appetizer) and the crab grilled cheese (lunch). Being ambitious, we did ask the server to leave the menu behind, just in case. There was so much deliciousness to choose from But alas, we were satiated. To drink, we skipped the bottomless Mimosa and Bloody Mary and opted instead for a Blood Orange Margarita (which was more berry-like in color) and a Passion Fruit Mezcal Sour. Both were a tad sweet for our preference but very good otherwise. Would definitely recommend and hope to return.

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    Miss Shirley's Cafe, Inner Harbor

    4.1(3.8k reviews)
    3.8 miInner Harbor
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    I don't know how anyone could give this place fewer than five stars; if I could, I would give it…read moresix! The food was absolutely amazing. I had the Southern Slammer Sandwich (with the grits) and my sister had the Fried Chicken, Biscuit and Gravy Omelet (with the hash browns). We couldn't stop saying how good they were! The service was on point, everyone was very nice, and the noise level was fine. Here is something I literally have never experienced anywhere else: My sister has a couple of food allergies and she gave the waitress a piece of paper where she listed out what she can and cannot have. A few minutes later, a lovely young woman (I think she said she was a manager) came out and discussed the list with my sister in detail, just to make sure the restaurant got it exactly right. My sister almost cried! As far as timing goes: They don't take reservations, but they have an efficient system -- when you arrive, they take down your name and phone number, tell you how long the wait will be, and then text you when it's your turn. They told us 40 minutes but it turned out to be only 20, so it's good we hadn't wandered too far away. Next time we're in Baltimore, we'll definitely be back.

    I know this Maryland favorite . However,my food was very disappointing I sent two entrees back …read more I ordered the "great your grits on " blackened salmon no blackened seasoning they use oldbay. The waiteness suggested the fried chicken gravy omelette under cooked and chicken was hard . When cut the omelette eggs started running .This also was sent back .Buffalo Shrimp Deviled Egg Platter . Was ok great presentation however need some salt and mayonnaise not creamy .The manager was great was still trying to satisfy me I keep my grits and ordered a side of bacon . I also be careful in which garage you park in because they don't validate all garages . African American entrees but the seasoning wasn't good. I'm sorry oldbay is not answer . Next time I'm in town I would love to offer my service because miss Shirley wouldn't be pleased. Ambiance was great for familles. You are able hold a conversation amongst the table. I wasn't they only one complaining about my entrees. Next time I'm in town I would love to offer my service because miss Shirley wouldn't be pleased. I'm from the south .

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    4.0(518 reviews)
    3.7 miFells Point
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    10/10 We had dinner…read morehere on January 22nd, getting in around 5:00 pm, and I honestly could not believe how quiet it was we were basically the only two people in the restaurant. That alone felt wild, because everything about this place deserved a packed house. The bartender was fantastic friendly, attentive, and clearly knew her stuff. It was happy hour, so I ordered a peach tea crush and my friend got an orange crush. She even asked whether we wanted soda water or Sprite, which is such a small detail but something I'm never asked and it made the drinks even better. Both were absolutely delicious. Now let's talk food, because wow. I ordered the half & half soup (half Maryland crab soup, half cream of crab), and it was hands-down the best crab soup I've ever had. I'm not exaggerating it was rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. So good that we later came back for soup to go, and then also DoorDashed soup that night because we realized we were going to want more. That should tell you everything. I also got the lobster roll with crab and bacon fries, and I'm still thinking about it. Unreal. My friend ordered the pan-seared rockfish with loaded mashed potatoes, and her meal was just as incredible. Everything came out fast, hot, and beautifully prepared. The restaurant itself is gorgeous clean, comfortable, stylish, and welcoming. Every staff member we interacted with was helpful and kind, and the whole experience felt effortless. Yes, prices are a little on the higher side but this is seafood, and nothing felt shocking or out of line for the quality you're getting. Completely worth it. What really blew my mind was that when we stopped back later, it still wasn't busy maybe 10-20 people total, on a Thursday night in Fells Point. Absolutely baffling. Bottom line: This place is now a mandatory stop anytime I'm in Fells Point honestly, probably daily if I'm in the area. Incredible food, great drinks, beautiful space, and top-notch service. If you're skipping The Chop Tank, you're doing it wrong.

    While in Baltimore for a work conference, we held a team dinner here. The weather was perfect, so…read morewe opted to enjoy one of the many outdoor tables (there is plenty of indoor seating as well). If you sit indoors though, you'd miss out on the cute neighborhood ducks that waddle in- a highlight of my night. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive the entire visit. We ordered a variety of dishes, however I can only speak to my dish which was the seared Sea Bass with a side of green beans. The sea bass was cooked perfectly and although it was a little under seasoned, the grilled lemon helped add some citrus notes. I found it odd that the fish entrees were treated like a steak, meaning they do not come with any sides, you have to order them ala carte. The green beans that I ordered for my side were good, but nothing special, especially for the price. Overall this is a cute spot but definitely seems like it could be a bit of a tourist grab.

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    The half and half soup is UH-MAZING!! (Half cream of crab and half Maryland crab) and the peach tea crush is delicious!!

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