This is a rebranded (second or third) location of the infamous Vince's Crabhouse. I feel it's…read moreimportant that people don't get confused, and support a business that doesn't align with their values. I'm pretty sure several other locations still openly carry Vince's name, but for some reason this one does not. I don't know how this place compares to the other locations in terms of staff, or how they treat customers. All I can say is that my boyfriend and I were looking for steamed shrimp for our upcoming NYE party and our first choice was closed. We didn't want to spend an hour in the grocery store, with the 50 other people looking to also get shrimp for the holiday, and I remembered seeing J&J's listing in one of the Dundalk-related FB pages. It's a bit difficult to find the place until you realize that they're serious about the "shack" part of their name. It's a bit like the original location of Chap's. There's a little building on the property of the North Point Inn. That's where you can get your seafood to-go. The woman who waited on us was pleasant enough, efficient, and gave us an entire bag of cocktail sauce (decent, but I like mine with a little more zing) to go with our 5 lbs of steamed shrimp. Huge shrimp, kinda light on the seasoning, no onions. I don't necessarily think that I would return, but this location was open when we needed it, and was capable of serving what we needed. In the warmer months I am sure that there are many other places around the neighborhood that can provide crabs and shrimp, without the tarnish of being associated with notorious racism.

I went out to J and J's Crabshack at 6:00 today and they were CLOSED and here I'm seeing all these…read morereviews and I drive all the way out there and they're Closed

$150 for 2 dozen of THE WORST crabs I've ever had! Bought as a Father's Day gift--I was so…read moreembarrassed. Meat was mushy. Zero mustard. Even a few female crabs thrown in. Will never buy crabs from them ever again.

I was so excited to revisit S. DiPaula Seafood after a 2 year absence. I was also pleased to learn…read morethat they sell genuine Maryland crabs. So I called one day recently and ordered a dozen steamed medium males for $39, along with some corn. It should be noted that I don't remember the place being such a dump. It really looks decrepit; I wonder how they even pass inspection? Anyway, I was looking back fondly on my past experience, and just ignored that detail... The staff was very nice, and my order was ready on time as promised. The bag of crabs (and corn) seemed heavy enough. But when I got home and dug into them, I was disappointed! Here are my takeaways. - At least half of the crabs were light as a feather, with mostly water and little meat, so I guess those crabs had recently molted. - Only a few crabs had both of their mature claws. The rest had either one normal and one small claw, or one claw was missing entirely. That's a sign of poor handling and/or poor selection. - There was so little meat that they seemed to be smalls rather than mediums. Only four of the twelve were actually heavy and what I would consider to be medium crabs. - Many claws when cracked squirted out water, and the meat was miniscule relative to the shell size. This is August, so I was expecting much heavier crabs. I wish Maryland would require watermen to *weigh* their crabs as well as *measure* them from point to point. Throw back the lightweight ones in order to let them fatten up. So all in all, not a great experience. I won't be going back. (The corn was good, though.)

Captain Frank's crabs are always hot and seasoned well. I hear all of their food is really tastyread more

A friend recommended this place to me. Young lady at the front was helpful and pleasant. I had…read moremedium males, which were a decent size, cause that was all left in males. I want to try Large next. Their regular butter and corn were so good!

Grabbing fish for a NYD/Christmas dinner. We are doing an Hungarian holiday dinner & needed fresh…read morewater fish for the stew. Cho's helped us choose between white bass & lake trout. We went with the lake trout as she said the bass would be too smelly. The cut the trout up just as we needed it so no head, tails, scales or guts. Just fish, spine & skin. All the fish looked fresh. Pretty good variety too. Definitely worth the visit.

I've shopped at Cho's in Lexington Market since 1995. In my opinion they have the best fresh fish…read moreI have ever eaten (and I've eaten a lot of fish over the years)!! I moved to Ohio in 2019 haven't been able to find decent fish since I've been here. I hear that Lexington Market has been renovated and that Cho's has not opened yet. Can't wait until they return. I pray I will be able to order fish from Cho's when they open to have it shipped to me here in Ohio. Did I mention the professionalism and friendliness of the staff. They definitely aim to please! Hurry back Cho's because you are definitely missed! CF

While visiting Baltimore, we were on the hunt for some good crabs. After seeing Kahler's Crab House…read moreall over TikTok, we decided to give it a try. From the outside, it looks like a small shack--or more like a house--and the inside carries that same no-frills, classic crab house vibe. Simple tables, open space--exactly what you expect from a traditional spot. It was completely empty when we arrived just after 12 PM, but honestly, that worked in our favor because we were starving. We started with a few appetizers:    *   The cream of crab soup wasn't what I expected, especially for Baltimore, where I've had much better.    *   The crab deviled eggs were underwhelming--very little crab and mostly tasted like regular deviled eggs.    *   The honey Old Bay wings were actually really good.    *   The hush puppies were just okay. Now, the main event--the crabs. We ordered a dozen medium males, and they did not disappoint. They were flavorful, meaty, and exactly what we came for. I did get one bad crab, but our server handled it immediately and replaced it with a fresh, hot one. She also stayed on top of our drinks the entire time, which I appreciated. A few things to note: they don't serve alcohol, but it's BYOB (wine only). Coolers are allowed, and they'll provide ice, which is a nice touch. Overall, I'd definitely come back--but strictly for the crabs. Next time, I'm saving my appetite (and my wallet) for the main attraction.

I visited Kahler's a year ago and really enjoyed it. Last year's visit was during the week day and…read moreit wasn't extremely busy. Today we had reservations for 11 @3 on a Sunday. It was extremely crowded. Reservations are definitely recommended. Our table was ready on time. On this particular visit I was disappointed by a few things. Let's start with what went right. Pros- 1.Our reserved table was ready. 2. Crabs were fat and delicious. 3. Three people ordered the shrimp platter with 3 variations of shrimp and loved it. 4. They have a sink within the restaurant if you just want to wash your hands. 5. A screened in outdoor eating area. Cons 1. It took 20-30 minutes to get apps. When the cream of crab and fries were received they were cold and the waitress had to microwave the soup again. 2. I ordered 1lb of shrimp and onions w/ 2 ears of corn for my app and never received them. The crabs came out an hour later with my corn. The waitress said the shrimp were coming up and she just needed to get them. I cancelled them because I wanted them before the crabs not over an hour later. So until the crabs came I and my daughter watched everyone eating but us. 3. The bathroom had no paper towels and at 1 point no toilet paper. The trash can was overrun and needed to be emptied. There is only 1 stall for women and men. 4. A long wait to get food and even pay for your bill. 5. The waitress had to reminded that mozzarella sticks had been ordered as an appetizer. They came after the crabs and her entree. I'm not sure but I feel they may have been short on staff, but if that's the case they need to compensate the customer in some way and apologize and acknowledge that they're short tonight. I bought my family here to celebrate a birthday and because of the extreme wait they said this was their first and last time coming here. SN: Someone should be checking the bathrooms every hour to make sure they are stocked with the necessary supplies, trash emptied, and clean.

The best thing about my meal: The onion rings were done perfectly. Crisp and tasty. I was greeted…read moreimmediately when I entered. There is a counter to order but no inside eating option. There is a table outside that you could sit at. With my double broiled crab platter, I also had potato salad. It could have used a hit of old bay or paprika to set it off. The crab cakes were ok. No filler, but not enough seasonings. You really do get a nice lump of a crab cake, but I would have preferred it to be more moist. I did get a side of tarter and cocktail sauce. The tartar sauce is homemade I think. I would have enjoyed it with more pickle juice and pickle and again a hit of paprika or old bay would really set it off. I recommend if you're not craving highly seasoned food, but tasty and well prepared.

A family friend told us about this spot. We only got to try them once but the crabs were awesome!…read moreThey had a special where we got like a bushel for $99. We couldn't even eat all the crabs. The service was top tier and they carried them to the car for us too! Can't wait until they open next season!

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.

Great Prices! Fresh seafood and food quality. Customer service was warm, friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. They have a creative menuI including seafood deviled eggs and crab pretzels. I will definitely patron this business again

Not only is all the seafood I tried terribly not fresh, the attitudes when getting service was…read moreatrocious. Then it dawned on me that they still don't care about my black or brown dollar. Stinks inside as well. All Seafood restaurants have a smell but a rotting smell like this place. Maybe it's the racism

3700 Gough street, Baltimore ,MD Very nice market if you…read morewant to get authentic Italian products . We purchased some of their spaghetti sauce , cheese and rosemary crackers. In this market you can also eat only seating is limited . About this market Since 1914 the Di Pasquale Family has been serving the Baltimore area as a specialty Italian food market and importer/distributor of fine Italian products. Come check it out and have a cup of expreso . .

As a native New Yorker I have been looking forward to trying Di Pasquale's and it definitely lived…read moreup to expectations, they have great food, an amazing selection of products and it's adorable inside. Unfortunately, the checkout experience didn't match which is why I'm giving 4 stars. After already waiting in line for a while, we were told to go to the back of the line when a second cashier opened, while the person behind us was helped instead. When we pointed this out, the response was dismissive and came with an attitude. I will definitely come back for the food, but the customer service could use improvement, I'll likely order and pay online to avoid an interaction like that again.