Willy's Kitchen is a comfortable cozy friendly little restaurant, just east of the BWI airport…read moresince 2002. They prepare a full breakfast menu all morning, and a nice array of comfort-food the rest if the day. This was our first time here, and we were welcomed like regulars. We both felt like the fried fish, halibut i think, and we got one sandwich and one platter with fries. They served us hefty thick filets, lightly breaded, freshly fried and piping-hot. The halibut was mild-flavored, ready for our favorite sauces and seasoning. I like variety, and had some with salt and pepper, simple and delicious. We had some with genuine Tabasco, which to me is more flavorful than some of the sweeter hot-sauces, though i like those too. I ate it in the old style, which is to sauce the bread. It creates a creamy texture and makes it easy to get just the right amount of heat that I want with each bite. And Willy's served a thick creamy tartar sauce that is very satisfying. The fries were hot and crisped and quite generous. We liked Willy's welcoming staff. They seemed to like the place and the customers, and they seem to know many as regulars. And the customers filled the room with a soothing background of happy chatter. I can't tell you how comfortable it felt. We heard that breakfast fills up early on weekends, so we might not try to bring a large group during those hours. We will definitely be back :-)

Two stars. Two years ago I gave Willie's five stars, and the decline since then is hard to miss…read more The crab explosion omelet was only decent at best, I had several clusters of hard crab membrane I had to spit out, and the home fries came out undercooked. The server, Tara P, did a great job -- she was the one bright spot. The bigger problem is cleanliness. The ambiance has gone downhill significantly, and there were several flies buzzing around the dining room. One even tried to land on my toast, which was pretty gross. I was not impressed whatsoever. If this is the new normal, they need to fix it immediately. I'd give it another shot once things improve, but right now this is a two.

Food on the healthy side felt like a desert was super tasty very organized and looks exactly how…read moreshown in the images

We tried this place for a weekday brunch and it was really good. The Eggs Benedict and Power Wrap…read morewere great. Well prepared, very fresh, tasty with a good portion. Service wasn't super fast but we didn't wait too long. The waitress was very nice and cordial. Restaurant atmosphere is nice but a little noisy like most restaurants with a crowd. Coffee was pretty good too. Not very strong but it was fresh and tasted good.

A superb breakfast spot here in the Locust Point neighborhood of South Baltimore…read more Just down the street from me, and a place I try to pop into at least once or twice a month -- I just realized I've never provided a review for it so here it goes: Taking advantage of a cool summer morning, we sat out on the patio and enjoyed a delicious breakfast which included, brussels sprouts, stuffed ricotta French toast with blueberry compote, scrambled eggs with cheddar, sausage, links, and their delicious cheese grits. We also grabbed an order of their super skinny and crispy french fries. The total with drinks came to around the mid $40s (before tip) and the customer service was friendly and helpful, as well as a bonus short wait for the food. Everything was delicious. They also offer a great variety of sandwiches and drinks at brunch and a great seasonal menu. Absolutely worth your time if you are in the area and looking for great atmosphere, reasonable prices, and fantastic service.

Food amazing Service friendly but they did get our coffee…read moreorder mixed up We sat outside on a perfect day Bagels next door amazing too

My wife and I were really looking forward to trying Illusions Restaurant & Bar after a good friend…read moreand his wife recommended it. Originally, we planned to go for my birthday, but when we couldn't get a reservation the day before, we made other plans. Fast forward to last week, excited to finally check it out I called to book a table for four for Sunday, August 10th, 2025. That included our friends who recommended the place. During the call, the music in the background made it hard for the hostess to hear me, so I had to repeat my info several times. By the end of the call, she confirmed everything and told me our reservation was set. We all made plans, kids with family, the whole day lined up. This was supposed to be stop #1 before hitting a few more spots together. But when we arrived, the hostess told us our reservation was canceled because we hadn't paid a deposit. This was news to us. No one mentioned a deposit during my call. I checked their website before booking, no deposit policy listed. Our friends even pointed out they'd been there before, sat in the same section they could see from the door, and were never asked to pay a deposit. Instead of trying to help, the hostess told us it wasn't their responsibility to inform customers about the deposit. No apology, no attempt to make it right, just moved on to the next guests while we were left outside figuring out our next move. Later that night, I messaged the business on Yelp hoping to clear things up. The reply I got back felt like an AI-generated template. So careless they even left "Sample Text Below" in the message. That told me everything I needed to know: the staff's behavior is a reflection of the leadership. For a place that only allows brunch with reservations, you'd think they'd have a clear and consistent process. Clearly, that's not the case. I wanted to like Illusions. I still believe in giving a place the benefit of the doubt. But this experience showed me that customer service here isn't a priority, and that's something no good food can make up for.

First time here. Made the reservation a few weeks prior via IG. Brunch on a Sunday is done in…read morewaves, so our time slot was 130-330pm. Free, surface parking lot in a shopping center (Food Lion). I arrived at 120 and checked my party in. No one is seated until 130p, so everyone just stood around waiting for their name to be called. Also, when you reserve, they send you a link to officially make your reservation and also pay a $20 deposit, that is taken off the check for whomever made the reservation My guest and I were seated in a comfy booth. Our waiter came over and was attentive to our needs/questions and explained how everything worked as "newbies". The buffet brunch was $55. If you want unlimited mimosas (OJ/Pineapple) that was an extra $20 and for flavors (Strabwerry, etc.) is was an extra $25. The buffet menu and "made to order items" were included in the $55. There was also an a la carte option. 18% gratuity is automatically added! DJ AJ Showtime and hostess started playing right before 130p and the restaurant lights were dimmed a bit. Music was great! Various food options (except any kind of desert) and they were all pretty good. There were two women who put food on your plate. It seemed like, we got in line for the buffet on order of seating. We sat down 2nd, so we were first in line. I went back for a 2nd plate (to try the soul food) and there was never a line at all. Mimosas came in a carafe. And midway thru, the guy brought a bottle of champagne to our table! Around 230 the Black Woman owner also came around and gave everyone shots. That was pretty cool, and kept everyone engaged. If you wanted to "dance" it was done in your seat. No people dancing on seats or anything lol Bathroom had 2 stalls, and was tight when you walk in Only hiccup was that it didn't seem like there was any air. Myself, guest and other tables were fanning ourselves down with napkins. Waiter said there is air but so many people in there... I had a great time!

Wonderful, friendly people and delicious food. We have eaten many crepes at home and in France…read more These are the best.

A friend was in town staying near the airport, and we decided to come here. You can dine in or…read morecarry out, and they have an extensive menu. The crepes are prepared to perfection! We started with hot chocolates. My friend ordered a banana, Nutella and strawberry crepe. I created my own with roast beef, bacon, onions and cheddar cheese. Then I ordered another with marmalade, sweetened condensed milk and powdered sugar. Delish! Divine! Now, they don't have American cheese or lingonberries, and I fired the son twice while ordering and once while writing this review. Nevertheless, I begged them to come to Columbia. Forget Merriweather District. We need you in the retail space beneath those apartments on the Columbia Mall property! I learned they actually had plans to expand to Columbia, but COVID did what COVID did... made all dreams deferred. Sigh. This place is so my speed. The food is priced well (perhaps too well), the mom-and-son team is friendly, and the establishment is clean. I visited on a Sunday morning, and there was a decent number of customers coming through while I was there. Now, understand something. This place is 22 minutes from my home, gas is approximately $19 MILLION a gallon, and I don't take showers, put on pants or use my gas for just anyone. But this place? Worth it! I'd definitely return, even without a friend visiting and giving me a reason to venture out. Now, about that Columbia location... I'm waiting.

5-Star Review -- The Grill at Quarterfield Station…read more We had a wonderful dining experience at The Grill at Quarterfield Station. We ordered the Maryland Rockfish, Herb-Crusted Salmon, and the Shrimp & Crab Imperial. Everything was delicious, with the Shrimp & Crab Imperial standing out as the highlight of the meal. What made the visit even better was the friendly, welcoming, and accommodating staff. The young man who greeted us was very courteous and ensured I received the window seat I requested, which set a positive tone right away. A special mention goes to Ari, who was knowledgeable, personable, and attentive throughout our visit. Ari's warm and engaging personality made us feel genuinely welcomed and well cared for. We enjoyed the experience so much that we will definitely be back. We were so eager to dig in that we forgot to take photos beforehand, which says a lot about how good everything looked and tasted. Great food, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Small strip-mall restaurant with an open kitchen concept. Had a fun atmosphere with an older…read morecrowd. Service was good. They got us in and out in an hour. The food itself was very average to below-average. Our apps were over-breaded and under-filled with shrimp, or drowned in butter. The salmon was served fried and was very bland. Desserts were also very bland. The key lime pie looked great but had minimal flavor which was disappointing. The only real positive we saw on the food was the portion size.

No matter what you order, the quality is there! Friendly staff, good service and good food! Yes!…read moreGlad to know that they are still getting it right after all these years.

We were in the area and decided to try this spot for lunch. It has a cool aesthetic, very classic…read morediner. We sat in a booth, they also have counter seating available. Service was good; our waitress was friendly and they were attentive about keeping drinks full. Orders came out quickly and accurate My bf ordered chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, and mac and cheese. I ordered a New Orleans panini (Cajun seasoned chicken, mushrooms, Swiss. Also came with onions which I omitted) and subbed mac and cheese in place of fries. The mashed potatoes were very bland and the consistency was meh. Not very creamy or flavorful. The gravy was very good. The steak was also well prepared and good with the gravy. The mac and cheese had a really nice, creamy consistency with a good cheese pull, but also lacked seasoning imo. The panini was very good. The chicken had good seasoning and was tender and the sandwich was nicely pressed and toasty. Prices were fair especially for the large portions, but not accurate to the menu (which a sign on the door warns about, but I still feel accurate prices should be available). Overall, though it was hit or miss I'd return and try some other items. I just wish seasoning was a bit more consistent since I love sides as much as I love mains.

Great Bloody Mary (everyone I could see was having it). Excellent service. Great food made timely…read more Enjoyed their veggie sandwich very much

Had dinner here while traveling! Service was wonderful, the people were nice and quick despite…read morebeing understaffed and busy. The food was pretty good, I had the Turkey sandwich with grits and fried green tomatoes, and the tomatoes were my favorite part! Definitely a must order.

We had reservations on a Friday night before heading to the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. Instead…read moreof our reservation table we opted for the high tops for happy hour drinks and the full menu. The Gold Rush was the best drink on the HH menu. We tried the fried burrata, crispy Brussels sprouts, duck bolognese, and the blackened salmon. Best bite of the night goes to the brussel sprouts with a piece of pork belly and perfect amount of sauce! We had good service that was attentive but felt a bit rushed at times. The music set a good atmosphere for a date night or drinks writhing friends. Plenty of parking and easy to get to, this place is top of my recommendation list for the areas

The Copper Shark is a terrific restaurant and bar in Locust Point Baltimore with well-crafted…read morefoods, cocktails, and spirits. We were generously hosted here by friends for a birthday celebration! (Sep 2026). The bar and indoor seating felt dark and intimate, yet open enough for our semi-casual get-together. We chose a curved booth among the tables. There's outdoor seating in back, too. The beverage list is creative and fun. We loved the sweet smooth non-alcoholic Classic Espresso Martini. A bourbon-y tart bitter sweet Paper Plane, of bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino Quintessential bitters, and lemon. And a dramatic balanced potent Wild Turkey 101 Smoked Manhattan, presented in a wooden chest full of richly aromatic smoke. We had a sweet non-alcoholic Peachy Keen, lightly smokey and lightly bitter peach, honey, and lemon, with orange bitters. At least five of the regular cocktails have non-alcoholic versions, and their Spirit-Free menu has six more. The appetizers and mains are so deliciously savory! Their Ploughman's Son charcuterie was varied and generous, with sturdy flavorful shaved jamon, a thin-sliced tangy salami, chunks of a dense orange medium-bold cheese, crisp grilled bread, and a deep maroon three-berry jam. We added a luscious pillow of buttery burrata. The vegan Mezze Platter had a spread of simple hummus and chickpeas with lightly roasted tahini dressing. Roasted Beet Salad was pieces of sweet clean red and gold beets with citrus chunks, lightly dressed with white balsamic. And a generous hot cast-iron pan of my Spirit-Vegetable: pork-bellied, sweet-salted sesame-vinaigrette-ed, sriracha-aioli-ed Crispy Brussels Sprouts! I aspire to be cultivated away from bitterness to sweetness, as Brussels sprouts were by Hans van Doorn in the '90s, "first" bacon-y spicy roasted by Momofuku's David Chang around 2004, and called "trendy" by 2012. (Let's see how trendy I am in 20 years :-) From the child's menu, we chose a lightly-mayo-ed grilled-cheese on lightly toasty light bread, with a tall cone of hot crispy, thin fries. We all dove into the fries, which were kindly shared :-). The Braised crumbled-Duck Bolognese was rich with Boursin cheese and parmesan, over long thin very-slurpable capellini-like black-pepper noodles, dressed with a little greenery. Crispy Rockfish was oven-roasted with fresh bright cherry tomatoes, under a light complementary miso beurre blanc. The half-rack of Smoked BBQ Ribs were tenderly grilled to a thin crust of Sagamore Old-Fashioned sauce, perfectly done with just a little bite remaining, the way I strive for at home, with a crunchy side of bright apple-fennel slaw. For the last here, I saved one of the Copper Shark Prime Cuts: Lamb Chops, with lightly-crisped fingerling potatoes, grilled broccolini, and a thin savory Housemade steak sauce. I have to tell you, the chef-recommendation of medium-rare doneness was right on. This was the most tender juicy sweet lamb I have ever tasted. Period. The cream-filled chocolate-sauced profiterole cream-puff with a candle was our birthday cake. The ice-cream espresso affogato was dreamy. The chefs are clearly caring, and dedicated to a delicious dining and drinking experience. The staff is welcoming and professional. We were well taken care of. Tucked into a cluster of shops, this restaurant is easy to find and has plenty of parking. I highly recommend The Copper Shark as something of a splurge destination for excellent dining and good service in an intimate semi-casual setting.

This is a great neighborhood spot to eat and drink. Always fun taps, tasty cocktails, and great…read moreservice. The food is hearty and reliable, from burgers to shrimp and grits to friend chicken sandwiches. Definitely a comfortable and tasty restaurant.

Another great lunch here with phenomenal service by Nick. Professional, friendly and sporting cool…read moretats and a razzle dazzle smile, he walked us through some ideas for a tasty lunch experience. I enjoyed the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich, which was moist, flavorful and came on a tasty bun with pickles. Yummers! Cool vibes here with great service and delicious food!