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    4.0 (1.5k reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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    Kai M.

    What a beautiful Sunday treat this was. The ambiance was perfect, anything near a body of beautiful water is perfect for a calm dining experience. Service was pretty quick and our waiter, Chris, provided us with the best recommendations. Drinks: I ordered the Amber crush with club soda- Refreshing and not too sweet The rest of my party ordered the sangria, orange crush, and sagamore crush. Everyone throughly enjoyed their drink. In fact, some of us enjoyed a second round because they were just that good. Appetizers: we started the dining experience with fried calamari and Nick's egg rolls. Fried calamari: fresh, perfect batter, consistency in the crunch, and a satisfying texture. It was well prepared and delicious. Nick's egg rolls: sinfully good!!!!! And it was stuffed with crab and shrimp. This was another fresh seafood dish with amazing seasoning added throughout. The dough had the perfect crunch-definitely worth the order! Entrees: I ordered the seafood platter- I opted for the broiled option and added crab stuffing to the mahi mahi. My sides were sautéed spinach and red bliss mashed potatoes. Here is a breakdown of each item on the dish: The mahi mahi- SO GOOD! Broiled to perfection and the added crab stuffing complemented it well The crab cake- AMAZING! Once you bite into this, your mouth is greeted by sweet meaty crab chunks, all seasoned to the core with a lingering perfect taste. Shrimp and scallops- SO DELICIOUS! Trust me, they provided quite generous with serving sizes so I actually ate these the next day. Loved it! Sautéed spinach- DELICIOUS! You could taste the fresh garlic which elevated the taste. Perfect sautéed side. Red bliss mashed potatoes- SMOOTH! No seriously, this was so smooth and buttery. This entire dish won my vote! The rest of my party thoroughly enjoyed their meals: Fish & Chips- Fresh and delicious Shucked n fried oysters- Excellent and fresh We ended this phenomenal dining experience with dessert. Brownie sundae- sinfully good! Bread pudding- one of the best I've had in some time. Free parking is available nearby Great for large groups or an intimate date Beautiful view of the water Excellent service I'll be back to try their whole crabs!

    Corn on the cob
    Steve D.

    Wow! Some of the best seafood I've had my entire life, I could eat here every day of the week! I started with seafood gumbo which was delicious and a very generous serving size. I then ordered a half dozen of large crabs and a corn, this is where I really went crazy. The crabs were huge and full of flavor, my server Kala made sure I had everything needed to easily get the meat out of the crabs and I had plenty of space to toss the hollow shells. The crabs were perfectly cooked and seasoned, I wish I had a bigger stomach to eat more than a half dozen - they were that good! We came around 7PM in the middle of the week and and our wait was only around 10 minutes even with the place being packed. I really like the location and there's some art out back in the parking that was nice to look at while waiting for the text that the table was ready.

    Fries
    Jose C.

    We came here for dinner after a Ravens game. This place was packed we were still able to get a table without any issues. The service was great, although we had to wait a while for the crabs to come out. My wife ordered their Fried Green Tomatoes. These were really good. They were topped with lump crab & lemon butter. Luckily my wife isn't into crab that much so the bites that I had were big bites with a lot of crab. My son ordered their Shrimp Po Boy served in a fresh warm baguette. I stuck with a half dozen of their large crabs. They had ran out XL and Medium. They definitely took forever to come out but worth the wait. The crabs had plenty of meat and the seasoning was spot on. I can definitely see myself returning on our next Baltimore trip.

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    Kristine P.

    - service was amazing, our waiter was always refilling our waters and getting us what we needed before we even called for her :) - crabs were so good and well seasoned! - love the view of the water with our meals - got the seafood platter - mac n cheese was good, fries were good, amazing fried scallop, good mahi mahi and shrimp, and super cheesy mac! - i loooved the egg rolls the old bay had a good twist on it - was like a crab eangoon but spiced! - best crab cake i've ever had me thinks - everything was fresh and really great :)

    Single crab cake
    Corey R.

    I was back home in Baltimore for the weekend and wanted to make it a point to sit down somewhere and really enjoy some crabs. Being from Baltimore, I love crabs and crab cakes, and while Florida is great, it just does not compare when it comes to Maryland crabs. I had actually never gone out to a restaurant to eat full crabs before. I always ate the m at home so this weekend I wanted to find a spot where I could have that experience in person. Nick's Fish House definitely lived up to my expectations. The place was awesome and the service was awesome too. I got a dozen large crabs and they were nice and meaty. Be prepared to pay, but honestly I expected that. From what I could tell, it seems like they get their shipment in the morning and it's kind of first come, first serve. If you really want crabs come at lunch. They ran out by time we left around 2pm. After the crabs, I got a single crab cake and it was amazing. My daughter got the fried shrimp and enjoyed that too. There's just something about sitting in Baltimore with an ice cold beer and eating crabs. This is a great spot, and I could easily see it being an awesome place to watch a Ravens or O's game too.

    Kenzey M.

    We came on a rainy Sunday for lunch and sat at the heated outdoor bar. We got gumbo, an orange crush, steamed shrimp and XL Blue Crabs. The gumbo had good flavor but it was lacking in protein. One piece of chicken, sausage and one shrimp. Mostly just rice and broth. So I was disappointed in that for $12. For someone who lives in MD this orange crush missed the mark. I wouldn't get another one. Now, the steamed shrimp was 10/10. Super fresh, hot and tons of flavor. We would definitely get this again. Get some bread to dip in the sauce. The crabs were big and beautiful. Most had a good amount of meat but it's early in the season so some were more empty. But the meat was delicious. Overall we like this place and would come again. Noodle was our server/bartender and was nice and attentive.

    Kevin S.

    You come to Nick's to sit by the water, enjoy an Orange Crush and have some crabs. Most of the other food is fried. Service is fine, everyone is hustling. Busy place. Parking is right. They used to have more spots prior to the condos being built. Our crab cake was average, the fried oysters were great. Next time we'll have more time for crabs. Took a pic of the guy behind us enjoying a dozen XL crabs. He was quite happy

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    Shaelyn H.

    We came on a Saturday around 5pm and it was crazy packed but luckily we were able to find a high top to sit at. The food was overall solid, I got the shrimp poboy which was very filling and shared crabs with my friends. The service wasn't too long considering how full they were. The ambiance is nice on the water with beautiful views.

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    Farah K.

    Went for happy hour and had a solid experience. Happy hour is only at the bar unfortunately (wish they would extend it to regular seating) but it was not a big deal as we were in to split some apps for a quick dinner. We got the steamed shrimp, buffalo wings and the deckside fries. Fries were really good, not greasy or dull. The steamed shrimp was served with a cocktail sauce that had the right amount of zippy kick to it. Wings were also pretty decent. All in all would recommend it. Beware the lines however, especially now during the summer time. We went on a random Wednesday at 5pm and it was packed with some people even opting to wait for outdoor seating. I do wanna come back soon and try food from their regular menu.

    Joe J.

    We ended up here on a Saturday around 12:30-1 pm after our brunch reservations elsewhere weren't honored, and honestly, this worked out way better. There were four of us, and when we arrived there was a line to get in. We were quoted about a 45-minute wait, but since we noticed open seating at the raw bar, we grabbed spots there instead. We probably would've stayed there the whole time if we hadn't eventually been moved to a table by the window overlooking the docks, which was worth it. All in, we waited closer to 20 minutes, and considering how busy they were, that felt reasonable. For food, I ordered the Seafood Platter ($42) with the fried crab cake, scallops, mahi-mahi, shrimp, Chesapeake fries, and mac & cheese. Everything on the plate was done right. The fried crab cake had a lot of lump meat and great flavor. The scallops were juicy and a good size. The fish and shrimp were crispy on the outside and still juicy inside. I also got the buffalo fried chicken wings, which were solid. My wife and friends ordered a dozen large crabs, and those were the real standout. They were seasoned extremely well -- so much so that we were joking with the staff about whether the crabs had been injected with seasoning because the flavor was all the way through the meat. Everyone at the table was raving about them. I had a Maryland Mule with Sagamore rye. It was fine -- nothing bad, just your average bar mule. I tend to find bar drinks a little sweet and light on the alcohol, and this one was pretty much par for the course. The restaurant itself has a lot of indoor and outdoor seating and is split into different areas, which can be a little confusing if it's your first time there. Once you're seated though, everything flows fine. There's plenty of natural light, the place was clean, and for a busy crab house, it was in good shape. Noise level was moderate, even with a lot of big parties. The staff was friendly. Our server was really good overall -- he disappeared briefly at one point, but he came back and made up for it by the end, so no real complaints there. Price-wise, I felt it was worth it, especially for the seafood and the crabs. I'd order the same meal again without hesitation. Would I come back? Definitely -- especially for the crabs, seafood platters, and waterfront seating.

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    Veronica L.

    Excellent seafood spot with a variety of dishes. You can sit outside or inside. It has an old wharf/sports bar style. The waiters are all super nice and attentive. There is parking and overflow parking for when it gets super busy. I recommend going for lunch during the week to avoid the crowds!

    Devils BackBone ($5), GL Kim Crawford Sauv Blanc ($5)
    Elena N.

    Date: Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 Time: around 3:45pm Party of: 3 Meal: Late Lunch / Early Dinner *1/2 Medium Crab ($60) *Cold Seafood Platter ($85) *HH 1/2 lb Shrimp ($13) *HH Chili Lime Mussels ($10) *Devils BackBone ($5) *GL Kim Crawford Sauv Blanc ($5) x2 *Side Caesar Salad ($6) *GL Meiomi Cab ($5) x3 *Union G.O.A.T. ($5) *Coffee ($3) x2 *Espresso Martini ($15) *Apple Cobbler ($10) *State Tax ($12.90) *Alc Tax ($4.50) The one thing I wanted to eat while on vacay in Maryland was blue crab. Asked a local friend where we should go and he mentioned Nick's. It was already on my list, so I figured it was meant to be. We made it in time for happy hour, so got to partake in the $5 wines and beers. We also order two food items off the HH menu. The sauce with the mussels were delish. We finished that dish. The shrimp were okay. Would have skipped in hindsight since we ordered so much other food. My friend wanted the seafood tower so we got that. I though it was fine - a good way to try a bunch of items. Price wise, it was a great deal compared to spots in the SF Bay Area. I thoroughly enjoyed the crab. Glad we could order half a dozen instead of needing to get a full dozen. Would have been too much for 3 people. Service here was excellent. I guess there was a mix up when we sat at a table in the bar area. The hostess pointed us that way and said it was self seating. Our waitress let us stay and was super sweet. We were here for a good three hours and keep the drinks flowing. Being a seafood lover, I enjoyed this spot. REVIEW #3890

    Crab up! Delicious. Great service. On the water. Great place if you don't mind a lil noise and a lot of fun.

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    How's parking here?

    There is plenty parking.

    Does the tip have to be 20% of your bill even you got a bad service? Or you can give any

    I believe you can tip whatever you want! I certainly wasn't forced to give an amount I didn't believe was warranted ..

    Can you byob and if so what is the cork fee?

    No BYOB.

    Do they have steak? Like a surf and turf?

    Yes they do

    Any vegan options?

    Yes

    What time does it open on Ravens game days?

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    Do you need a reservation for Friday night dinners?

    Yes

    Is there a way to just get 1 blue crab or is a half dozen the minimum?

    Half dozen is the minimum. At least that's what I was told.

    Do they serve steaks?

    No they don’t serve steaks. If you crave beef, I recommend the 1/2lb Angus Cheeseburger.

    Can you take the water taxi close to here?

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    How much are 3 dozen crabs to go. Or is it only dine in?

    $40 Dozen Small $90 Dozen Medium $120 Dozen Large… Read more

    What's the dress code?

    As long as i have been going there no dress code, relaxed atmosphere

    Are well-mannered dogs allowed on the deck?

    I think so....

    Is there a dock, and if so, is there a fee to moor while eating at Nick's?

    The docks belong to Baltimore Yacht basin and mooring there to eat is free. http://baltimoreyachtbasin.com/

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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)
    1.9 miFells Point
    $$

    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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    1.6 miInner Harbor
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    We stopped in here for happy hour on a Friday. My friends and I ordered quite a few things to share…read moreand most everything was amazing. We order the turkey club, hush puppies, cream of crab soup, the charcuterie board, fries, and fried oysters to share. The turkey club was the star of the show. It had nice layers of avocado, the chicken was cooked well, and the bacon added a nice touch. For drinks we stuck to the margaritas and they were perfect! I would say you can skip the fries, the seasoning was great the batch of fries we had seemed like they might not have been fresh. The rest of the menu was so good I would still say you could skip the fries and order a double serving of hush puppies.

    Although the food and waitstaff were excellent, the overall experience was disappointing…read more We arrived early for our reservation and were promptly seated at the worst table in the restaurant: the only table with no view, the waitstaff work area directly behind the table, and constant foot traffic behind us as well. We immediately asked the hostess for a different table. She told as that the three booths and the six other two-tops were all reserved. She left us with no attempt at an apology and promptly put reserved signs on all the open tables. When we left an hour later, one booth and 4 two-tops had never been used. Much to our dismay, we saw people seated outside even though we had received a text before arriving saying the patio was closed for the evening. To add insult to injury, even half empty, the noise level was so uncomfortable since everything was tile, marble, or wood that the alarm sensor on my smart watch sounded because of the decibel level. We will not be back.

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