Share(410) 276-3160
2901 O'Donnell St
Baltimore,
MD
21224
39.2799
-76.5752
Neighborhood: Canton
What People Are Saying About Mama's On The Half Shell
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Like its neighbor and namesake Nacho Mama's, this place has a sense of fun. With the bar area's tight layout and friendly atmosphere, you can't help but be a bit chummy with fellow patrons while slurping oysters and beer. Upstairs an eclectic collection of local memorabilia keeps this very Victorian room--decorated with fringed velvet, dark wood and tasseled chandeliers--from being stuffy. Flanking the fireplace, tables with built-in window seats offer a bird's eye view of O'Donnell Square. – – The Food – A delicate red wine vinaigrette simply accents the…
12/09/09
Best Secret In Baltimore
by Howard C at Citysearch
My wife and I recently paid our second visit to Mama's and there could not have been a more pleasant place to toast her happy last appointment at Johns Hopkins Hospital. We chose a quiet corner in the late Fall afternoon by the fireplace with a view of Canton Square. Our server was quietly charming and accommodating. My wife shared my unbelievably heaping bowl of delcious Prince Edward Island Mussels in white wine, herb & garlic sauce, served with fresh baked bread. We sopped ALL of the sauce! She also sampled the best crab cake we have ever tasted. We live on the beach at the southern shore of the Chesapeake Bay in Norfolk, and know our crab. Her shrimp Caesar salad was perfect, with properly wilted Romaine lettuce, delicate Caesar dressing with shredded cheese, and crunchy croutons. The shrimp were perfectly grilled. We enjoyed our annual visits to Baltimore for 5 years, and Mama's gave us a wonderful last memory.
- Pros: Seafood, unique character, large portions, reasonable prices
- Cons: None experienced
03/08/09
Great crab cakes, mac-cheese, and garden salad with homemade dressing.
by cherrymickey at Citysearch
I went two weeks ago with a group of friends..seven of us. They start you off with cheese and crackers. sSeveral of us orderd the crab cake, garden salad with the dressing, and mac-n-cheese. It was great! I cleared my plate. The drink of Malibu Rum and pineapple juice..needs more rum..but in a nice size glass. I enjoyed the atmosphere..steep steps and small restaurant, but overall great atmosphere. I enjoyed myself last week, that I returned the following week with a friend. She ordered the fried shrimp..they were huge and delicious! I would highly recommend this restaurants..the prices are great and reasonable. I cannot wait for my family to visit to entertain them there for dinner. Great place...worth trying..be your own judge. Just be prepared to drive around to park..let a someone out to put you on the waiting list, then look for parking.
- Pros: Service
- Cons: Parking
01/22/09
Best crabcakes in the US!
by mikiejim01 at Citysearch
I was in Maryland a couple of years ago and I made it to Mama's twice. Each time I had the crab cakes and they were the best ever! I've had cakes from all over, and I can't wait to get back. Great atmosphere, especially when there's a Steelers and Ravens game on.
- Pros: Great food and beverages.
- Cons: None
The Details on Mama's On The Half Shell
What to Drink:
To speed things up, combine drinking and eating with a vodka-and-cocktail-sauce Oyster Shooter or the Blue on Blue--a Blue Point oyster and cocktail sauce shot with a four-ounce Pabst Blue Ribbon chaser.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Late Night Dining, Romantic Dining, Outdoor Dining, View Dining, Business Dining, Fireplace, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
