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J.KING’S
J.KING’S Restaurant (formerly Kaufmann’s) has been a Maryland Landmark since 1937. J.KINGS specializes in the freshest and finest seafood as well as our signature steaks and pasta dishes. J.KING’S has been famous for the best hard-shell crabs in Maryland, featuring our enormous "Monster Crabs". Patio Season is here and we are ready, come join us on our outdoor patio for great food while enjoying the beautiful weather or cozy up to our outdoor waterfall bar for drinks and appetizers. On chilly nights, have cocktails next to our outdoor fireplace. There is live music on the patio Wednesday through Saturday And six outdoor TV's to catch all the action. The patio at J.KING’S has quickly become the hot spot and local gathering place, so come check it out. If it is crabs you are looking for, J.KING’S is the place. We serve the best hard shell crabs all year round!
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18 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 18 reviews
5 stars
(2)
4 stars
(7)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(8)
- good for groups(7)
- great for outdoor dining(5)
- great for lunch(3)
- great for brunch(2)
- special occasion(2)
J.KING’S Reviews List
Review 1 for J.KING’S
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Descent and Poor
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Steam Crabs seem good and specials seem reasonable (not ordered but seen). The Surf and Turf special was very poor quality Lobster and Sirloin. Background noise is expected but it seemed extra loud and it was only 1/2 filled. Not cozy. Server Samantha was great !"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for J.KING’S
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Friday Night dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were a party of six. We had steak, crab cakes, and whole crabs. Everything was delicious and the wait staff was terrific. Will definitely try again and sit on the patio to listen to music."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for J.KING’S
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Hits and Misses at J. King's
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We've been going to the former Kaufman's - now J.King's - for a number of years. If you've never been, the restaurant is built around a historic trading property that has been there for years; located near I-97. Service is good, patio is a great addition. Crab cakes were excellent. But the baked potato had been sitting around for a long time - the skin had totally separated from the potato, and the potato had long given up its fluffiness for waxiness. The stuffed shrimp had sat under the heat lamp and had developed a skin over the imperial sauce. we always bring friends here for crabs - and will be doing so in a couple of weeks. And the more limited menu available outside seems to be consistent and quite good."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for J.KING’S
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We ordered the Medium crabs.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We ordered the Medium crabs. What we should have ordered were the Jumbo crabs. Crab cakes were delicious and the burgers were huge. I would definitely go again."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 5 for J.KING’S
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Really loud. Totally average
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really loud. Totally average food. Waitress abandoned us."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 6 for J.KING’S
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, service, and awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, service, and awesome band. Stephen Paul Heller was the singer. Was fun and relaxed! Can't wait to go back!!!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for J.KING’S
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
In our fist time at J.Kings,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"In our fist time at J.Kings, after the long journey of finding a parking place, we ventured inside to find a nice, dark ambient front room. We were immediately seated far from the bar and had a very attendant waitress.
The buffalo chicken sliders were excellent as an appetizer, and there was a good assortment of beer on draught. The food was of good quality, but the crab cakes sadly did not feel up to our par. Good, but not of that price point. The rockfish was very good, however.
Our only complaint came with the noise. Though far from the bar, at around 6:30PM the volume increased noticeable decibels. I imagine that had we gone earlier, or on a non-Friday, it would have been fine. But, we did find ourselves leaving quickly afterward."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for J.KING’S
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was Fabulous!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We already recommended the restaurant immediately after our visit. Food was so delicious! We are definitely coming back to try out the Sunday brunch!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, great for lunch
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Review 9 for J.KING’S
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Worth a 2nd try
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was quiet because the place was nearly empty.
We had issues with some of the food and other items were very good. Sent back the lobster (which was past its best by date) special with the unidentifiable vegetable. Crab soup, steamed shrimp and salads were pretty good.
Service was great- they offered another entree or dessert for the returned meal which they also took off the bill. So we will give the place another try."
We had issues with some of the food and other items were very good. Sent back the lobster (which was past its best by date) special with the unidentifiable vegetable. Crab soup, steamed shrimp and salads were pretty good.
Service was great- they offered another entree or dessert for the returned meal which they also took off the bill. So we will give the place another try."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2008
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Ratings-Only Reviews for J.KING’S
Based on the average of (9) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
2 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
2.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate