Leo has only gotten better since their opening a few years ago ... this was our second visit (we…read moredined previously the week of the opening). Really impressed with the elevated food at Leo - ambiance was elegant and service friendly. Though we sat at a table, we'd note that bar looked great! We ordered the (Snakehead) Fish & Grits .. excellent dish and great flavor profile - you'll love it! Also got the scallops at the recommendation of the server - very nice. These were complimented by a starters including oysters, a salad and a side of Brussel Sprouts. HITS: Fish & Grits, Oysters

Very expensive for what it is…read more Catfish Toast - it was fine a bit burnt. Oyster - it was fine but $6 each??? Fried Grits - it was very soft, not good... Catfish Sandwich - not bad at least fish was moist. Steak - it was fine, overly dressed with sauce feel like they are covering something. Snakehead Corn Risotto - the fish was very dry. Not sure why this place is popular..

Great service! Very accommodating to special dietary needs. they had no idea it was my birthday and…read moreI was treated like such a princess! Thank you!

I'm a frequent guest at this restaurant, and they never disappoint. There truly isn't a bad choice…read moreon the menu, everything I've tried has been flavorful and satisfying. Their wine selection is phenomenal and perfectly complements the meal. The restaurant is consistently busy, so I highly recommend making a reservation. The indoor bar area is on the smaller side, but they also offer outdoor seating, which is a great option when the weather is nice. The wait staff are always friendly, attentive, and happy to offer recommendations. If you're ever in the Annapolis, MD area and appreciate delicious food paired with an outstanding wine selection, this is definitely a restaurant worth visiting.

Stopped by Pearl for a quick lunch and grabbed a seat at the bar. It ended up being such a nice…read morelittle spot. I had the tuna tartare with blood orange and a side of Parmesan fries. The tartare was really well balanced and fresh with just the right hint of citrus. The fries were also tasty and hit the spot. Our bartender was friendly and very accommodating, which also helped make the experienced. Overall, a great quick stop and I would definitely come back.

Tiki bars are in short supply around here, so we decided to check out Pearl for an early drink on…read moreFriday evening. The hostess was helpful and explained that you can get the tiki drinks from both the Pearl and Ponche menus at the tiki bar upstairs, so that is what we did. It was 6pm and still pretty quiet. My partner ordered the caipirinha and I got the Baja blast. We both agreed that they were solid but not amazing. He also ordered a pour from their decently long rum list, which he enjoyed. I would come back if in the neighborhood to try more of their drinks.

First time here, sat out on the back patio and had a really good meal. Service was very good, we…read morewill definitely be back again. The Artemis pizza was excellent, thin crispy crust which we love! I also got the Sliders, sorry they were gone too fast for a photo! We will definitely go back!

Vin 909 is hands-down the best dining in Eastport and Annapolis so far. It is totally worth…read morestanding in the long line for. Unless you get there super-early at 4, before the 5pm dinner opening, and then wait in the shorter line. Unless you are having lunch there, and in that case I am guessing it may be the same, ie getting in the cue at 11ish before 12pm. I have had the Spotted Pig pizza and whatever enticing pie specialities they have rotated seasonally. I usually opt for the truffle oil or balsamic glaze on our pizza. I have never needed to tweak their delightful presented ingredients combinations. Their pizzas are that outstanding. Take for instance, a recent summer pizza from the Chef's own garden: "The Cuba Libra pizza ...This white pizza features mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, complemented by pork confit, chile-roasted jicama, pickled red onions, cilantro, and fresh mint." I'd never crave mint on a pizza but if Eastport's Vin 909 is serving it, I'm probably going to enjoy it. If you are the more traditional type, another seasonal pizza featured is the Yankee Pie: "family recipe crust with tomato sauce, mozzarella, ricotta cheese, summer sausage, marinated red peppers and oregano." And yes, please, to another summer, perfect-in-Annapolis feature: "Vaquero Clams: Steamed local little neck clams, English ale, bacon, grilled poblano peppers, garlic guajillo butter, fresh oregano, epazote and cilantro." I love the gigantic Vin 909 featured arugula salad. I also miss their divine french press coffees and Butterscotch Pudding with caramelita points. A little known fact: when I was there, you could purchase extra caramelita points for $2 or $3. Vin 909 is truly the best dining in Annapolis -- or Naptown -- as folks like me say.

Great service! Great food! If you can ask for Ivelisse as your waitress. She was amazinggggg! It…read morewas my first time there and she let us know what were the most popular options as well as her favorites. Anything we needed she got us quickly!! She even let us try the wines before we ordered our glass. All of the employees were great on 5/23! Great hospitality and food. The New York strip and loaded potato was so good!! The burger and Mac and cheese were good as well! I will definitely be back soon.

I was really disappointed with this J. Alexander's location. The Caesar salad was completely…read moreoverloaded with dressing, making it feel careless and unbalanced. For a restaurant with a full bar, it was surprising they had no mezcal and were supposedly out of top-shelf bourbon, yet still served me a drink that tasted overly sweet and nothing like the premium bourbon I ordered. Another letdown was the lack of bread service. Other J. Alexander's locations usually serve croissants, so having none available took away from the experience. The food didn't make up for it either. The steak lacked flavor and felt low quality for the price. The "fried chicken platter" was basically oversized chicken tenders marketed as an entrée, and the mac and cheese was watery and bland instead of rich and creamy. Overall, the experience felt inconsistent and poorly executed. Between the missing staples, questionable bar service, and underwhelming food, this location did not feel worth the cost.

Another year, another 5-star review!…read more Johnathan yet again was the gem at the bar! Great service, drinks how we like them, and food worth another visit! Love this place!

I enjoyed the food here and want to come back to try other dishes. I got the crab dip which was…read moregood, but you didn't see much crab. It also comes with fresh and hot baguettes which were enjoyable. I really enjoyed the Cajun pasta. It came with big shrimp and delicious noodles, extremely creamy too. The brisket sandwich was decent, but you could definitely get better brisket elsewhere. The brussel sprouts were really good. It had candied pecans, bacon, and feta cheese mixed in it. It's in a shopping center with plenty of parking. The restaurant itself is a pretty casual setting. Our server was also the bartender even though we didn't sit at the bar. She was also friendly.

$10 burger night on Thursdays is hard to beat. It's a thick, pretty tasty burger, with standard…read moretoppings plus bacon, and a side. I replaced the fries with Brussels which had good flavor but the sauce was overwhelming. It was more like Brussels soup. I would've preferred more of a drizzle than a bath, but they still tasted good. We sat up on the roof, which was really nice, but just be aware that in the evening while the sun is setting, it's tough to find any shade. Some of the tables are bar service, others have a server, so pay attention to that.

Awesome food for a very fair price. I will definitely be returning. The service was great as well.read more

Noticing two different listings for this same restaurant but I am only going to post here…read more Our crew has been here several times because one of the men in this group is such a fan and it was HIS birthday (Sat., 8/2/25) so we complied. Unfortunately, he's the only fan. I feel sooo bad being so critical so I'll make it quick. The decor/ambience is so uncomfortably in need of renovation (the wood paneling, sectional seating, and carpet, for starters). They're known for their crab cakes which did NOT disappoint (according to those who ordered them) and TWO THUMBS UP on the salad bar ... which we ALL absolutely appreciated. However, the other food was mediocre and the attached pics prove the simple, low effort, dive-bar quality. It wasn't a total wash tho'! Their portions are respectable. The birthday boy LOVED the carrot cake buttt, the scallops, green beans, crab dip and fried chicken were declared unseasoned and the rockfish bites (strips) were salty. The Chardonnay had vinegar undertones. The Tito's shot was $20 but this is not the type of establishment which can justify charging that! I'm going to stop there because I totally respect their long-standing "pillar of the community, local landmark, generational longevity" claim to fame. PLEASE visit for yourself and share YOUR opinion. When you go ... tell them you saw it on Yelp.

The Edgewater Restaurant has been a family favorite since my grandmother discovered it in the 70s…read more It is a small, family run business with a home style, comfort food menu straight outta the past. This is the kind of meal your mom would cook for, like, a graduation dinner, or if she was trying to impress someone. I've never had a bad meal here, but the crab cakes are the best in Maryland. I know everyone thinks they know where the best crab cakes are, but they are wrong, because the Edgewater Restaurant has them - a softball of jumbo lump crab meat, perfectly broiled with very few added ingredients so the crab shines through. All of the meals come with 2 sides of your choice, including potatoes served at least 3 different ways and a salad bar that isn't even trying to be healthy. Truly, there is no better place in Edgewater for dinner.