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Pappas Restaurant - Parkville, Baltimore, MD

Pappas Restaurant - Parkville

4.5
4.5
1829 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
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When you want an amazing crab cake, one you can brag to family and friends about, the best Maryland has to offer, then come in for a Pappas eight-ounce colossal lump crab cake. Find out why Pappas signature dish has won award after award from Baltimores Best to Baltimore Magazines Top Crab Cake, and why it was featured on the Food Networks Chef vs City and the Travel Channel & 98 Rocks Food Wars. Family owned and operated since 1972, owners Mark and Steve Pappas pride themselves on not only offering the best crab cake in Baltimore, but also the finest, freshest seafood, steaks, and pasta dishes around. Every sauce, soup and dressing is made from scratch. Pappas welcomes families and large groups. We have a great children's menu with lots of tempting options for the kiddos. Pappas Restaurant is fully handicap accessible, and only a stones throw away from the Beltway, minutes from Towson. Make reservations or call ahead for express carryout!

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2 people
7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (410) 661-4357
  • Website
    http://www.pappasparkville.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Wilson Rodriguez
  • Catering
    Let Pappas host your next affair from anniversaries to wedding rehearsal dinners, holiday parties to retirement parties, and everything in-between. Pappas will provide on-premises accommodations for up to 150 people. Open 7 days-a-week, our friendly, hard-working staff will make your next party one the guests will never forget. We offer sit down luncheons or dinners to suit your taste and budget. Call today for more information or to book your next event! <br /><br />We specialize in after-funeral gatherings. <br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Planning a private party of 20 ore more people? We have the perfect room to accommodate your special occasion. We are fully handicap accessible. Call today to have a Private Dining Menu sent to you right away! Or visit our website www.pappasparkville.com and choose the Private Dining menu option for details.
  • Private party contact
    Justin Windle: (410) 661-4357
  • Location
    1725 Taylor Ave., Baltimore, MD 21234
  • Neighborhood
    Parkville
  • Cross street
    Taylor Ave. and Oakleigh Rd.
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking on premises with handicap accessibility.
  • Public transit
    MTA: Loch Raven Blvd. and Taylor Ave.
  • Entertainment
    We have a Sports Bar & Lounge complete with huge HD tvs including our 92 inch HD screen, private booths, pool tables, arcade and trivia games, on-line jukebox, Keno, Racetrax, and more!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,829 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Baltimore

    Seafood

1,829 Reviews

  1. Mj23

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a guest from out of town and had to treat her to the BEST crab cakes. Great dinner. Fantastic food.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Crab cakes were wonderful and deserve the reputation they have. Potato done well. Dessert also very good. But salad was at best mediocre.

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  3. wayneh

    Beirut/Lebanon

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent choice: We're already planning future outings with friends from a distance. Excellent food--and we ate a variety of 4 meals--excellent mid-aged waitress, nice atmosphere, noise just under control. Prices were reasonable or better. Nothing not to like.

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  4. PatF

    Baltimore

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    I love Pappas! Salmon is the very best anywhere! And the Jacknife potatoes are great...but they seem to be getting smaller! My server didn't seem to have been serving very long. He needs to know not to "hand" a wet glass of water to a seated client expecting the client to put it on the table. I could have dropped it since the glass was sweating. And the people picking up the used dishes...reaching 3 inches from my nose to pick up the dish rather startled me...no words like excuse me or anything. I forgave those issues but didn't enjoy them. Don't worry, I will be back despite those issues!

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  5. NicholasH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is one of our favorites. It's the ONLY place we get crab cakes. This was thie first time using Open Table, worked perfectly!

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  6. prstone64

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was fantastic - the food, the service, the settings.

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  7. ElizabethB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everyone working there is wonderful! They’re attentive, helpful, and kind.

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  8. SusanM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience5
    Had reservations and were seated immediately with menus but ignored for 20 min. Ready to leave when we were finally approached by a server.

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  9. Bryan

    Washington DC

    37 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great service and the menu has a lot of variety. We only sampled the cream of crab soup and the crab cakes both of which were delicious.

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  10. Natalie

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So worth it! Best crab cake ever and service was very nice.

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  11. paulakemp

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    as usual, everything was wonderful except not knowing about the reno. in the main dining room. also, one of my party fell up the step leading into the bar. possibly you should have had a caution sign. Paula Kemp

    Pappas Restaurant - ParkvilleResponded on August 25, 2023

    Hi Paula! I'm sorry you didn't know about our furniture delivery on this day. We had tried to make the public aware by making posts on social media. Are you referring to the main entrance of the bar where the incident occurred with the step leading into the doorway? Was a staff member notified at the time of the incident? We have signs posted cautioning guests to 'step up' - I just want to make sure we are addressing the correct area of the building. Feel free to reach out to us 410-661-4357

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delish crabcake, spaghetti, and seafood sandwich! Calamari and crab eggrolls were wonderful!!

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  13. TDeats

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time eating at the restaurant. My experience with Pappas has been through the carryout. We entered from the sports bar area which required us to climb some steps. We had to wait about 10 minutes for our table to be ready. We were sitted immediately once our table was ready. Food was great!! We had chicken wings and crab egg rolls for appetizers. Meals consisted of fish and chips, crabcakes, lamb shanks, jackknife potatoes, side salads. Appetizers and salads were served in a timely manner, but had to wait for main entrees. It was well worth the wait!! Our server was pleasant and accommodating to our requests.

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  14. BillM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great crab cakes wish they had a better selection of sides what they have is meh

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  15. Cherylyn

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very Professional Friendly Staff.... Service was attentive. .. Food delicious...

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  16. GeneB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience3
    With all crab cake restaurants in Baltimore, Pappos is always... always mentioned as one of the best. Great jumbo lump meat cakes sweet & fresh, very little filler & a truly great crabcake! Prices are modest compared to some of the others. They also have very creative specials, my girlfriend always gets the cajun cream pasta & it is excellent. Don't forget their seafood market next door! Thank you Gene Bell Camp Hill, PA

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  17. DAVIDR

    Key West

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience3
    Crab cakes are not what they used to be a lot of filler would never buy one again and I've had friends say the same thing at other locations

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  18. PaulR

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Shannon, our server, was top drawer. Food was excellent.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a wonderful restaurant experience from the reservation to the food for my business leadership luncheon. Thanks so much for great food and customer service.

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  20. CarolW

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and the service was excellent as usual !

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  21. PatF

    Baltimore

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have never been to Pappas at any of their locations when I was totally satisfied! The food is outstanding! The service is also terrific! What else can you ask for? My favorite is their Salmon.

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  22. SperoD

    Baltimore

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an excellent choice. They never disappoint!

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  23. KathyJ

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent visit with outstanding service by Roger and delicious crabcakes. It’s a pleasure to have this wonderful restaurant tradition here in Parkville.

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  24. Pat65

    Baltimore

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Tremendous Crab cake - quiet upstairs dining room ... attentive wait staff.

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  25. DaveK

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    So among the best crabcakes in the metropolitan Baltimore area!

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  26. EricP

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall1food1service5ambience1
    The food and drinks were just not good. Went to try the “world famous” crab cakes, and they were not good. It tasted like an unseasoned, crab and egg loaf with no sauce. Servers were great, food was subpar

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  27. CarolW

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pappa’s always has the best service, nice atmosphere and the food is great!

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  28. JimG

    Baltimore

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    In for lunch. Surprised how busy it was. Went for the crab cakes, and they did not disappoint. Service not particularly attentive, or good.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We drive here from Cleveland every year for my birthday and it’s always wonderful!

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  30. MDmooseman

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My wife and I always come for the crab cakes and we are never disappointed! They are the best! Our server said her name was Terri and she was a blast! Lots of kidding but exceptional service. Our food came out promply...it was like a well oiled machine. Right as we finished our appetizer the salads showed up...finished them and the stars of the show came on...the crabcakes! Absolutely delicious! Thank you all for a wonderful dining experience. We'll be back!

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  31. KarrineP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always the food was excellent. The crab cakes and the lamb chops were delicious.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience5
    I have been eating here for the last 7 years and they have been consistent. The menu they selected for Father’s Day didn’t really cater to children and the food was horrible. They didn’t present the normal crab cakes the Father’s Day crab cakes had filing in them. The overall experience just sucked and my husband was displeased. 

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  33. StephanieM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and food. Everything I’ve ever ordered from here was delicious.

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  34. BobB

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Usually order crab imperial. They had a special with 8 Oz. Lobster Tail stuffed with imperial crab. Wife had double crab cake dinner. Everything is priced fairly.

    Pappas Restaurant - ParkvilleResponded on June 28, 2023

    Thank you so much, Bob!

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  35. goodtoeat

    Baltimore

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Stephanie a great server. Crab cakes better than sometimes. Love those sweet potato fries

    Pappas Restaurant - ParkvilleResponded on June 28, 2023

    Hi there! Thank you so much for the kind review, and we hope to see you again soon!

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  36. IrisB

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my husband our for a birthday lunch. He loves the crabcakes! I had just been to Pappas for a birthday party, so I chose the Rueben Sandwich with fries. We ordered the decadent chocolate cake with vanilla bean ice cream. Everything was great! We even took selfies, since it wasn't very crowded. We had fun!!!

    Pappas Restaurant - ParkvilleResponded on May 31, 2023

    Iris, we are so happy to hear that you had such a fun time dining with us at Pappas Parkville. Come back again soon for more deliciousness!

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  37. Bria

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    I was disappointed in this restaurant. There is so much hype about this place and their crab cakes. The food was really bland. Almost like they forgot to season ALL of the food. I can’t say I will be coming back.

    Pappas Restaurant - ParkvilleResponded on June 28, 2023

    Hi Bria. We appreciate this feedback, and we can understand that some of our items can be seasoned to the liking of our clientele, which, for some, may taste bland. We encourage you to ask for our special Pappas Seasoning, our own special blend, made by our friends at J.O. Spice. We do appreciate you writing to let us know this, and we hope you'll give us another try.

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  38. CharlieL

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    The food is their hallmark. It is a sports bar and it is noisy. We had five in our party and were cramped in a corner rectangular table while there were round tables available.

    Pappas Restaurant - ParkvilleResponded on May 31, 2023

    Thank you, Charlie! We appreciate this review. We are sorry to hear you were put at a smaller table, though if there are tables available when you arrive, they are probably reserved. To remedy this in the future, consider making a reservation with us in the dining room! Thank you again!

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  39. Ulla

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    My family always enjoys eating at Pappas. Their crab cakes cannot be beat.

    Pappas Restaurant - ParkvilleResponded on May 31, 2023

    Thank you so much!

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  40. Deborahh

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Meals and drinks were really good and the service was amazing. Happy to see actual reservations. Our table was ready as soon as we arrived and we were seated immediately at a table with a "reseved" marker. Overall great experience.

    Pappas Restaurant - ParkvilleResponded on May 31, 2023

    Thank you, Deborah! We look forward to serving you again in the future!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Pappas Restaurant - Parkville offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 661-4357.

Pappas Restaurant - Parkville is rated 4.5 stars by 1829 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Pappas Restaurant - Parkville

1725 Taylor Ave., Baltimore, MD 21234

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Taylor Ave. and Oakleigh Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Parkville
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking on premises with handicap accessibility.
  • Public transit
    MTA: Loch Raven Blvd. and Taylor Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Wilson Rodriguez
  • Entertainment
    We have a Sports Bar & Lounge complete with huge HD tvs including our 92 inch HD screen, private booths, pool tables, arcade and trivia games, on-line jukebox, Keno, Racetrax, and more!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.pappasparkville.com/
  • Phone number
    (410) 661-4357
  • Catering
    Let Pappas host your next affair from anniversaries to wedding rehearsal dinners, holiday parties to retirement parties, and everything in-between. Pappas will provide on-premises accommodations for up to 150 people. Open 7 days-a-week, our friendly, hard-working staff will make your next party one the guests will never forget. We offer sit down luncheons or dinners to suit your taste and budget. Call today for more information or to book your next event! <br /><br />We specialize in after-funeral gatherings. <br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Planning a private party of 20 ore more people? We have the perfect room to accommodate your special occasion. We are fully handicap accessible. Call today to have a Private Dining Menu sent to you right away! Or visit our website www.pappasparkville.com and choose the Private Dining menu option for details.
  • Private party contact
    Justin Windle: (410) 661-4357

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