Nicks is always the place to be! If you're looking for a cool atmosphere, great food and drinks, as well as huge, delicious crabs...Nick's is your place! Taz was excellent, and gave us a great experience overall! read more

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I've visited Next Seafood House several times, and each experience has been fantastic, thanks to the friendly service and lively atmosphere near the water. With ample seating and free parking, it's convenient and welcoming. The extensive menu offers delicious options; on my recent visit, we enjoyed refreshing drinks like red sangria and orange crushes. For appetizers, Nick's egg rolls and fresh steamed mussels were highlights, followed by generous portions of fish and chips, fried oysters, crab cakes, calamari, and various seafood platters. Definitely visit if you're in the area. read more

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I love how the restaurant is right on the water with amazing view. Food is generally pretty good. I think the crab soup is little salty but it is tasty. Our server made us feel comfortable and she was very attentive. The place can get really loud if you pick a wrong day though. So if you are looking for relaxing by the water kind of evening, this place is not it. read more

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we had a great time at Nick's. it's become our go to place for bringing guests who need to have the traditional crab experience. i had the fried seafood platter; the crabcake was delicious, the fish was perfectly fried, and the scallops and shrimp were done to perfection. the fish tacos were great. the special hush puppies were okay - our most recent guests are true southern and they were described as too sweet - "hush puppies should not have sugar!" the standout star was the poached pear and goat cheese salad. highly recommend! our server was sweet and took good care of us. we had some special requests (a side of straight cayenne pepper for the crabs) and she was able to to accommodate most everything we needed. it was relatively quiet, which was nice. definitely busy but it wasn't too loud and we were able to grab a booth, which we always prefer. overall we had a nice night and will definitely be back! read more

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! read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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- 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 :) read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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 read more

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And I came back... lol The cod fish sandwich was new (well i dont know it was different) and improved today, so good. Over the past few months, it had more of a crunchy cornmeal-style batter (which I liked), but today?? Beer-battered cod. My fav! Oh. My. Goodness. Just look at it. Easily the best fish sandwich I've had here so far. Please don't change a thing. read more

I enjoyed the food. I had something like crab topped shrimp and when I return I would order the same. And I am not really a seafood person but met a friend there. It was crowded and loud AND there was a band. The music was great but in my older age. the service was sporadic - had to get up to find a server 3 times. I want to go back because the meal I had and my mom loves seafood but that'll be it. read more

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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

Nicks Fish House - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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! read more

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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 read more

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

Nicks Fish House - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

My second visit to Nick's and this time on a Saturday afternoon around 4. Thought they would be busier and expected a wait but we were seated upon arrival (Holiday weekend?)-they don't accept reservations and all from the party need to arrive to be seated. Previous visit was in the summer and sat on the second level in their open air event area-too cold for that in late November. Big space with a large bar area and plenty of outdoor seating-loud and lively atmosphere. We started with a couple of appetizers-Boom Boom shrimp and Flash fried Calamari-both were tasty and Nick's version of these favorites didn't disappoint. For main, most got the seafood platter (broiled) with a variety of sides and also ordered Scampi with Shrimp. Platters were enjoyed mostly-the Mahi Mahi was overcooked unfortunately. Shrimp Scampi was tasty although a bit too lemony. From the sides, Spinach, Asparagus stood out, Mac and cheese was ok. Didn't have room for dessert although the list looked enticing. Gage was attentive and took great care of us. Overall, solid Baltimore Peninsula seafood spot. read more

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This is my first time coming to this restaurant and Nick's Fish House delivered! We didn't get crabs cuz they were a bit pricey but their crab cake bites, Chesapeake fries, and the snow crab pot did not disappoint. I ate my food before taking any pictures because it just looks so good. The wait staff was punctual we didn't feel like we were waiting a long time to get our food and drink. We initially checked in for a table but ended up finding a table by the bar that was self-serve seating. The bartender was our server and he was cool. read more

Stopped in for a weekday lunch. Even in the afternoon the parking lot was surprising full, so I'm interested to see how Nicks fills up on a nice day. The fried shrimp and fish sandwich both tasted very fresh and perfectly battered. Service was great and attentive. I had a minor issue with my beverage, and my server made it right as soon as I let her know. The hosting staff were also friendly. Loved the vibe of the resturant overall, and with the docks and bridge nearly, you may get a view near your table. I'll definitely return on a future trip to Baltimore. read more

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Food was tasty- esp the crab cakes and seasons Betty salad. Was disappointed with the crab pretzel- it was lukewarm at best, and they slice the pretzel and lay it in between with a little on top- would have been nice to have a little more crispy pretzel with oozing hot crab dip on top or on the side. IMO it's overpriced, for 2 crab cakes it was $60. But they are pretty hearty in size. Waitress was pleasant and accommodating. Beautiful water views too read more

Stopped by Nick's Fish House a few weeks ago with some friends on a Monday night. We were seated initially at a small picnic table which seemed like it could probably fit 2-3 people max so we asked to move since we were a party of 4. Our server was kind enough to accommodate the switch and then took our drink/app orders. We ordered brussels and fries to start with a side of corn to come out with our two dozen steamed crabs. We also each got crushes. The corn was the first thing to come out followed by the crushes and apps. The corn eventually got cold sitting there since we waited to eat it with our crabs. The brussels had a good flavor though and the fries were devoured quickly. They only had small crabs on this particular night (note to self to avoid Mondays here as I believe their crab shipments come later in the week), but we were pleasantly surprised with how meaty and dense they were. They were a little tricky to pick but had great flavor. We ordered another half dozen later on but noticed the first batch tasted better than the second. Service was a bit slow at times with our server forgetting to bring basic things like napkins, our second round of drinks, more butter and vinegar, etc. Overall, I'd definitely return and maybe just come on a different night or call ahead to avoid the lack of large crabs. read more

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Absolutely unacceptable experience at Nick's Fish House in Baltimore -- especially on Mother's Day, of all days. The main attraction here is supposed to be crabs. That is literally one of the biggest reasons people come to a place like this. We arrived right when they opened at 11:00 AM, and somehow we were not seated until 11:45 AM. Then, after waiting all that time, we were told they were already sold out of crabs. How does a seafood restaurant in Baltimore run out of crabs less than an hour after opening on Mother's Day? That is poor planning, poor communication, and honestly embarrassing. If you know Mother's Day is going to be busy, you should be prepared. Families are coming out to celebrate mothers, spend money, and enjoy a special meal -- not sit around waiting just to be told the main item is unavailable. There was no sense of urgency, no clear communication while we waited, and no real effort to make the situation right. The whole experience felt disorganized and careless. Mother's Day should feel special, not frustrating. Very disappointing. This was supposed to be a nice family outing, and instead it turned into a waste of time. Nick's Fish House dropped the ball badly. I would not recommend coming here for a holiday or special occasion if this is how they prepare read more

My bf and I came to Nick's to have an anniversary meal. We arrived and it was quite busy, but we were able to get a parking spot. We waited in a short line to give our name to the hostess. They text when the table is ready. We went over to the bar area to grab a drink while we were waiting, expecting it to be a longer wait for how busy it was, but our table was ready quickly so we just took our beers inside. The outdoor seating looked lovely also but a bit too warm outside for my preference; I'd definitely sit out there on a cooler day! Our server was Rylie and she was very friendly and attentive throughout our meal. Our table was near a window so we enjoyed looking outside at the water. My bf chose fried crab cake with mashed potatoes and coleslaw. I chose the seafood platter, broiled with mac and cheese and their Chesapeake old bay rice. The meals came out after a short wait. My crab cake was amazing. Definitely one of the best I've had. I also loved the scallops. The shrimp and mahi mahi were well prepared, but I felt they were a bit under seasoned for my preference. The rice was really good. The mac was creamy and the pasta a perfect consistency; again would have liked a bit more seasoning. My bf enjoyed his crab cake and the tastes of food I gave him from my platter. I tasted his mashed potatoes which were also good. Portions were generous; I had leftovers to bring home that I look forward to enjoying. Overall, this is a great spot and I'm glad I have gotten to many recommendations for it from locals. I will definitely come back and try more items for sure! read more

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Loved coming to nicks especially for the famous steamed crabs! Large menu selection of great seafood items. Their signature crab cake meal is great; crab cake is filled with crab meat! The must get is of course the steamed blue crabs; very fresh and fatty. The staff are great and you get all the tools to appropriately enjoy the crabs to their full potential. The flavor is great as well. The restaurant is clean and in a nice location. Good spot for watching games on the tvs indoors but there's also plenty of outdoor seating as well. Parking can be a little tricky but otherwise, definitely recommend coming here for a great seafood meal!! read more

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We never expected to go to Nick's. It was near Second Chance in S. Baltimore, but down Rt. 2. It looks like it's been there a while and that part of Baltimore that's being built around it should keep it going. Kathy ahd a turkey club. I had a Crab Grilled Cheese sandwich. Both were large enough that we each ate one half and boxed the other. Kathy like hers (and she is very picky) I liked mine, but didn't taste that much crab in it. I ate the other half of hers the next day and it was a mean in itself! Service was good. View of Hanover Street Bridge was fun. Hey, those floaty things under the first pier -- are they for growing crabs and oysters? read more

I would say the food is expensive and the crabcake is not as good as Jerry seafood. The weight stuff were nice and sitting by the water was nice. The soup is fair with not a lot of crab meat. I don't need to go back. read more

Nicks Fish House never disappoints. From the live music to the indoor-outdoor seating vibe by the water, this restaurant has it all. You can usually expect a wait or can typically get a seat inside. You can even enjoy crabs inside! The hospitality is amazing and the waiters and waitresses are very attentive. As it is a seafood house, you are encompassed in an aura of seafood smells and it is heaven. The crabs were and are always some of the best I've ever had. Extremely meaty, juicy and flavorful. The appetizers are perfect for sharing and ensure a full seafood extravaganza. Not pictured: a nice cold corona to accompany my meal! Nothing better when eating seafood! There is a lot of site that usually fills up quickly, and there is a parking garage around the corner for overflow. read more

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We had a great experience at Nick's Fish House in Baltimore. The food was excellent all around. I had the crab cake and it was amazing--definitely one of the highlights. My wife ordered the fish and chips, and they were some of the best she's ever had. Even my son, who's a picky eater, loved his grilled cheese. The location right on the harbor makes it an awesome spot to eat, especially with the views. On top of that, the service was really good and added to the overall experience. read more

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This is my second visit this year and i'll definitely be back again and again. This place is AMAZING! The road leading you to it is currently undergoing a lot of construction as is the surrounding area of newly built condos so you might think your GPS is taking you the wrong way but keep going!! Trust me! The parking lot can get packed quickly too so reason to get there early. The food, views and vibes are phenomenal! You have options: dine inside, dine outside on the deck or take out. For dining in, the earlier you arrive the better because if your like me and you came for the steamed crabs the large ones tend to go quickly especially during prime time or on the weekends between dine in and take out orders. So getting their sooner will give you time to get what you want. Plus you'll want to chill and enjoy the vibes. We sat outdoors on the deck to enjoy the gorgeous view of the Patapsco River and the Hannover Street Bridge. We also enjoyed the live music which really added to the awesome vibes. I loved that the musician was loud enough to be heard but not to loud where you wouldn't be able to enjoy conversation at your table. Our waiter Gage was outstanding! Highly attentive and engaged just enough to allow us to enjoy the our meal and was accommodating to our requests. I decided to get the seafood platter which was a combination of your choice of broiled or fried crab cake, scallops, mahi-mahi and shrimp. I thoroughly enjoyed it all and devoured it! I'm usually skeptical about ordering crab cakes from places I haven't had them before because restaurants try to cut corners with too much filler and not enough crab meat but not here! (check out the pix) my crab cake was cooked to golden perfection, tender, moist and succulent on the inside, balanced flavor profile. Pure deliciousness. Everything our table enjoyed. Even down to the sides like the sweet Potato Fries and Spinach. The spinach didn't taste like an after thought, it was delicately seasoned and cooked just right. The only side to me that could use a bit more perfecting is their mac and cheese. It misses the mark on baked mac & cheese and needs flavor. Overall this place is outstanding with friendly staff. I guarantee you'll have a wonderful experience. read more

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Always love this place. Worth the drive for me. I know for at least and hour I will be hard at work trying to satiate my need for crustacean whit meat! Hammering and cracking and breaking and sipping will be on the menu at Nicks. Don't go there if you want quiet candlelight seafood dinner. NO NO NO. It's LOUD! It's CROWDED! And it's everything you want it to be out of an outdoor fish restaurant on the water. While stars will only allow a 4 or 5 it's more like a 4.5 all in all. read more

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Decided to check this place out because I saw some amazing reviews. As someone who's been living in Maryland for the last couple of years I have been very adamant about trying Crabs from a lot of different establishments, and I have to say that these are the worst crabs I have ever consumed while living in the Baltimore area. They look very beautifully seasoned, but the meat was subpar. The service was amazing. Our waitress was very attentive. She was super sweet and we had a great overall experience, but the food was mid. Also, the price that we paid was way more than we would at another establishment with better crabs. I definitely did enjoy the set up and the ambience of the restaurant, but the crabs were not it. read more

Nicks Fish House - Cr - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Dining at Nick's Fish House is always an enjoyable experience. From the waterside dining to the friendly staff, everything is on point. I dined here a few years ago and was excited to come back with my mother who'd never been here. The parking was a bit harder to find because of new construction but they do offer valet service. I ordered Nick's Fresh Catch with asparagus and mac and cheese. I chose to have blackened salmon and it was cooked perfectly. Everything was delicious. The Mac and cheese wasn't earth shattering but it tasted good! Overall, this was another enjoyable meal at Nick's Fish House. read more

Nicks Fish House - Nick's Fresh Catch with lemon butter sauce - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Talk about disappointing. I called Nick's, days before Mother's Day, to ask if there was a special menu that day or any special seating arrangements, etc. I was told there wasn't and that no reservations were being accepted. Knowing that, I made plans to arrive with my wife and two kids no later than 30 minutes after they opened on Mother's Day, which we did. Made the 45 minute trip to Baltimore, found parking, got in a line of roughly 100 people that stretched around the block. No worries - Nick's is well-reviewed and the entire choice of restaurant centered around treating Mom to crabs with a waterfront view. While in line at 11:55AM, a staff member came out to inform the entire line that the restaurant was "out of crabs." How on Earth? Saturday business aside, this was Mother's Day and they had been open for only 55 minutes at that point. Who didn't properly prepare for what has to be one of their busiest weekends annually? So, we decided to cut our losses and stay in line for crab cakes or other seafood. After waiting in line for an hour, we finally reach the hostess "check-in" station, only to have them take our name and estimate the wait at an additional TWO hours. That was simply too much. A 45-minute early ride, arrival at opening time with a one hour wait to check in with the hostess, followed by an estimated two hour additional wait, all with NO CRABS available? We left reluctantly, headed south back towards home, got into Avery's after a short 30-40 minute wait and got all the crabs we wanted. I understood, and was prepared for, longer than usual wait times. But three hours to eat at a place that runs out of crabs a single hour after opening, on Mother's Day no less, points to mismanagement rather than holiday-related inconvenience. If first impressions are everything, I can't give anything other than a single star here. read more

I have been coming here for at least 8 years. My mom LOVES the crabs here. We always get at least a dozen crabs (which they say are steamed to order!) for the main. We've taken friends/other family here as well and everyone likes it! Starting from the view, this place is gorgeous. If you sit outside (this usually had a long wait), you'll be right next to the water! On a nice summer day, the breeze is amazing. There is often live music as well, which I love! The service here is great too. The waiters are always very attentive despite how crazy busy this place gets. Also, if there is no space in the main lot, you will be directed to park across the road at City Garage. Then, a golf cart from Nick's will directly shuttle you to the restaurant. I find this very fun! As for the food itself: I do thoroughly enjoy the crabs. The old bay seasoning base with a hint of spiciness is delicious. It DOES get extremely salty after a while, so make sure to hydrate! I've also enjoyed their crab pretzel and Brussels sprouts on my most recent visit last weekend. We also used to often get garlic bread and whatever special summer salad they had (last year it was a fig one). Now, the reason for the 4 stars is because the price surges are kind of insane. I know crabs are market price so it's not the fault of the establishment, but it still sucks to see how cheap they used to be even just last year. This past weekend, a dozen of medium sized crabs were $120. Obviously, everyone has a different budget, so I still highly recommend this place! But while we used to come 2-3 times a year, we'll now reserve it for an annual gig due to the pricing. Still, good food :) read more

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The food was great today. The Shrimp and Steak Empanadas were flavorful and cooked well. Only get 2 with your order but they were tasty. The seafood platter hit for sure. I wasn't sure about getting it all fried but it was really good and golden brown delicious. The sweet potato fries were good and the seasonal vegetables were also good. The fish and chips were the same, golden brown delicious. Flaky Cod and the fries were on point. Overall we enjoyed our food and experience. Parking lot was packed but we got lucky and got a space. The wait was only about 5-10 minutes so don't be discouraged by the line to park. Jaylin was a good server and took care of us Food came out with the quickness as well. This was a do over since the last time we were hear back in 2021. My wife said they redeemed themselves. read more

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I'm so proud of Nick's Fish House! I came here 10 years ago when I used to live in Baltimore and it seems to have only gotten bigger and better since then. I love to see local spots thriving. I recently came in on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Their parking lot was super full so we had to park up the street. It's crazy to see how much this area has developed with the new Under Armor headquarters and so many other businesses. There used to be nothing down here lol. Once parked, Nicks has a complimentary shuttle service that will pick you up from the lot and drive you over to the restaurant. It's also not a far walk if you don't feel like waiting for the shuttle. The restaurant was packed when we arrived. We waited about 20 minutes before getting a table. For the time being we sat at the outdoor bar to grab some drinks. The blueberry crush was so delicious and perfect for the summer! Once seated at our table we got the crab pretzel. It was a 3.5/5 in my opinion. I didn't think it was worth the $23 and probably wouldn't order again. The crabs thoughhhhh ... I LOVE MD CRABS!! We were tearing them up. We ordered a half dozen of medium crabs and side of fries. A dozen crabs was about $120-160. Their old bay/salt mix with the butter was *chefs kiss*. Our server was cool, always checked in on us and kept bringing more napkins over. I can't wait to come back to Baltimore to enjoy more delicious food. read more

Nicks Fish House - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

So ended up at this place on a whim since we were in Baltimore already. The service is amazing and the atmosphere is good for friends, couples, and families. There is indoor space and an outdoor space. The indoor space is the small building you see and the outdoor space is that patio area. The food is ok, but the true definition of ok. It's not good and it is not bad. I got the crab cake single platter and it just tasted meh. There was no sauce, no old bay flare, nothing. You get tartar sauce with it l, so if you are a fan of tarter by all means. I had the Mac & cheese as well and if you are a fan of kraft, then go for it and if you are not.. don't waste your time. Honestly, out of all the seafood places in Baltimore, I would pass on this spot. They do have steamed crabs and I did see people ordering that, so maybe go for that instead. Crab pretzel - 5/10 it was ok. No real wow factor to it and it could have used some seasoning. read more

Nicks Fish House - Crab Pretzel - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland