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Terrapins Turf

2.5 (55 reviews)
ModerateBars, American, Seafood
Open 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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Bottomless mimosas!  The pitcher.
Andrew P.

The building from the outside may be a little odd, but this place has a rather legendary history. Santa Fe was the biggest college bar/club scene around UMD, and unfortunately I only got to experience it on its last night of operations, right before Terrapins Turf took over. I didn't come to this place right away when it opened, but when I did, it was for brunch. At $10 for bottomless mimosas, and reasonably priced breakfast options, what could possibly go wrong? So I met a friend there, and I was surprised to see how empty it was! If I recall, my friend and I were one of maybe two or other parties in the entire place, and it's pretty spacious! If you go with the bottomless mimosa option, they leave a pitcher on the table and refill it as soon as you're done. I got an omelet and some bacon and was quite satisfied. And with no one around, it just felt really chill. Fast forward to my most recent visit several years later, it really hasn't changed! We were literally the only party in there, but they were playing Caribbean music the entire time. I was definitely in my zone. And this time, I can give a big shout out to the dude who really took care of us: Mike. The mimosa pitcher came quickly, and he graciously took food orders. I had 4 fluffy and filling pancakes and sausage, and was quite stuffed. I left without even having to pay $20, but I can't help but wonder... when is the place crowded??? Why doesn't anyone take advantage of their rather outstanding brunch deal? Well... it's not too late to change that.

At the bizzzar!!!
Floyd W.

I love this place!!! The staff is super friendly and helpful, the food is delicious and the DJ mixes it up just right. I cannot extend enough platitudes to this establishment. I attended for a corporate event but I learn that it's live all the time! Do yourself a favor and book a party at the Terrapins Turf, it never disappoints!

50 cent wings are not worth it:/
Jane P.

Ehhh- I was not impressed with this place at all. We came here because they were having wings for 50 cents each. Also, they had long islands for $5.00. The inside of the bar smelled really bad, so we decided to eat outside. The outside seating area was relaxing and chill, but the chairs were all frayed and old. It did not feel presentable to me. However, our waiter was really friendly and nice. She was attentive and polite. In terms of food, I did not enjoy it at all. I did not feel it was worth my calories and 50 cents. When you get the deal it does not come with celery, which I love. Also, the wings are soggy and flavorless. I ordered old bay honey and lemon pepper and I could not tell the difference between the two flavors. The old bay honey bay was slightly sweeter, but seriously I think they use the same sauce for everything. I would not be back here for happy hour. I would rather go try somewhere new.

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Col S.

It's game day! Go anywhere before terrapin's turf. During our last visit, we sat for 15 minutes before anyone came to take our order. The place was relatively empty, especially for game day... We were soon to find out why. After flagging down our server who told us that she takes food orders but won't mess with the bar... Wait what?! we headed to the bar for drinks. Cheap crappy college drinks (but we expected this). Having worked in the service industry and having survived my fair share of game days, I know pushing liquor is key to walking out with a pocket full of tips. None of this makes sense to us. Still no menus. I sipped my regular vodka soda as we finally went to the bar for menus. We ordered nachos and some kind of avocado wrap from our server who miraculously reappears. We wait, wait some more. Continue to wait in the bar line for additional drinks. Someone who is not our server brings out the food which isn't as ordered. The nachos were OK. Just a tad of nacho cheese over plain corn chips, with a side of salsa... Barely nachos. The avocado wrap was actually surprisingly good... But not enough to save any portion of this visit. I go to the bathroom which is expectedly gross. We finish our food and drinks we go through the expected hassle of having to get the bill and pay. We don't attempt to split the bill. We know better. We leave, never to come back. Skip this place on game day.

Wanyun Y.

I do not drink, but they offer brunch on Sundays. Its pretty good, especially fruit. Fruit are fresh and so much!! I only can get half at other breakfast places at the same price. "Terps breakfast" and French toast were great. There are a few people there on sunday, so its quite too.

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Worst bar in college park, staff doesn't pay attention and drinks are bad, save your money and go elsewhere

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So sorry everyone. I meant AARON. he gave me a fake name because he gets a lot of complaints and doesn't want anyone to know his real name.

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i had a great waitress named julia and she rocks!!! she's so nice!! and funny and a good person! please promote her!

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food is mediocre. restaurant is very dingey. waited over 90min to receive my food. poor customer service. overall an L restaurant

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weren't ready when we arrived at opening. slow service. forced gratuity. food had no seasoning.

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This is the worst place I've ever been to. Who plays a remix of September, the most iconic song of all time?

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Ask the Community - Terrapins Turf

Is it more of a club kinda setting or a sports bar?

This is basically a college "club". Cheap drinks, food specials during happy hour, and their famous fishbowls. I wouldn't recommend it to watch games since there is never any audio. Personally the only decent items on the menu are their tacos and… Read more

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It's pretty much an AMF in a fishbowl (yes, an actual fishbowl which would typically house a beta).

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