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Restaurant Reviews for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

DiNardo's Famous Seafood reservations DiNardo's Famous Seafood

312 Race Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

DiNardo’s is the place to have your shell-cracking, claw-sucking, crab-eating feast. Steamed Louisiana crabs are served “hot and dirty” (known as Baltimore style), and other seafood specialties such as jumbo shrimp, fresh stuffed flounder, steamed mussels, and clams. Chicken, steaks, and pasta also are served.
Enjoy soft shelled crabs, sautéed scallops, and more, featuring the DiNardo family’s secret, succulent sauce recipes at prices that won’t leave you hysterical.

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $30 and under
Parking: Public Lot
Cross Street: 3rd & 4th Streets
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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating 3.6 out of 5 3.6 out of 5 (93 Reviews)
Food 3.8 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.7 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.9 out of 3 (Moderate)
Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

  • good for groups (32)
  • neighborhood gem (27)
  • fit for foodies (20)
  • great for lunch (18)
  • kid-friendly (13)
  • special occasion (13)
  • late-night find (5)
  • romantic (5)
  • hot spot (4)
  • great for brunch (2)
  • vibrant bar scene (1)

DiNardo's Famous Seafood Reviews List
Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"There were NO CRABS and no one told us that until after we were seated and our drinks were served. We ended up having King Crab and Seafood Imperial which was good but a whole lot more expensive than we planned. It was a totally differnet dining experience than we planned. Lesson learned - call in advance and ask if they actually have crabs before paying for parking and walking in the door."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/19/2010
(review submitted 03/22/2010)
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Review 2 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"One of the best seafood places in town. I especially love the all you can eat Blue Claw Crabs on Mondays nights."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/15/2010
(review submitted 03/17/2010)
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Review 3 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"We were unimpressed with the restaurant. The food was just OK. We did not get the crabs so maybe that was the problem. We ordered the seafood imperial which was very fishy (in a bad way) despite having no fish in it. Tasted as if the shellfish was starting to go bad so it was put into the casserole instead of being served in it's regular form.

Had no problem with the casual atmosphere. We were just expecting the food to be better."

Special Features: kid-friendly, great for lunch

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/13/2010
(review submitted 03/16/2010)
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Review 4 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Was somewhat disappointed. Casual Dining as they are listed to me means business casual, not jeans. and any establishment that allows men to were hats while dining will NEVER get my business again. That is unacceptable. Also, I drink Non-Alcholic beer and they had run out. I don't understand how you can run out, again, unacceptable."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/05/2010
(review submitted 03/08/2010)
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Review 5 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Great food and the service was excellent. Everyone was very welcoming and glad to hear we were repeat diners. A real gem in Old City."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/05/2010
(review submitted 03/07/2010)
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Review 6 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Seafood is on par with a lower tier chain, at best. Wasn't even crowed but service was painfully slow and, most frustrating, they included a service charge of 20% for a party of only three.

They claim to have won several Best of Philly Awards - unfortunately, ancient history"

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/25/2010)
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Review 7 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Empty and the food was just so so"

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/22/2010
(review submitted 02/24/2010)
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Review 8 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Their crabs are always awesome! My favorite restaurant almost 10 years running!"

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/16/2010
(review submitted 02/23/2010)
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Review 9 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I'm not sure what all the hype is about. The food wasn't bad but it also wasn't great. Portion sizes were very good. The place is super loud and service was just ok. I don't like waiting almost an hour for my food especially when the place isn't packed and I'm not getting anything that takes much work. I'm glad we tried it but we'll never go back."

Special Features: kid-friendly

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/22/2010)
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Review 10 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"There were 7 in the party and each person enjoyed what was ordered. The food was delicious and plentiful."

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/18/2010
(review submitted 02/22/2010)
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Review 11 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I have been one of the biggest fan's of the Chart house restaurant. Now I am an even bigger fan of the DiNardo's and a customer for life. This is the type of place that you put on your comfortable jeans and sweat shirt for a good evening of eating. The food came out hot and it was outstanding! The all of the wait staff greated you as you entered and my waitress smiled through out the evening. Bravo DiNardo's I look forward to my next dinning opportunity at your wonderful restaurant. I will be back sooner then later!!! Oh, by the way the check was just right at the end of the evening : )"

Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/20/2010
(review submitted 02/22/2010)
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Review 12 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The food was delicious and worth the price. The only downside to the experience is that parking isn't as readily available in the area, but that is beyond the management's control though."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/20/2010)
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Review 13 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Food was delicious. My boyfriend and I went for Valentines plate and raved about dinner for days. Its not a fancy place, so you can go there for any occassion. Everything was great!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/18/2010)
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Review 14 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I made a 7:30pm Sat evening reservation for 2 on the weekend of Valentine's Day. I was sat in the back room - all tables, mostly filled with families (kids). I guess I would have expected such if I was a walk-in, but I was a bit disappointed to not be put in a booth with the other adults in the front. The first two martinis were terrible - we told the waitress and she told my boyfriend it's because he ordered a girlie drink. (!) The salmon was fishy. Dessert was fine. The appetizer was so-so. I had chosen this restaurant because we moved houses that day and I knew it was low key (jeans etc) - but you need to think DINER low key with center city prices."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/17/2010)
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Review 15 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"service slow, wait staff inattentitve. for the cost, it was not worth the investment to go. i expected more from a place with their prices."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/16/2010)
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Review 16 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"If you want crabs and beer, this is the place for you. Fine dining seafood it is not. Seating is spread out, so you are not dining with strangers. Service was attentive without hovering. Would definitely go back with either my wife or a group of friends."

Special Features: good for groups

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/12/2010
(review submitted 02/16/2010)
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Review 17 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Food was sub-par. Don't think I'll return."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/15/2010)
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Review 18 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The restaurant atmosphere reminded me of a Jersey Shore family seafood restaurant, with great fried seafood, crabs, and crab fries, but it also featured bad side salads and veggies with your seafood sauce in plastic cups. The ambience included plastic-topped tables, some booth seating, wobbly chairs, a fair amount of noise, and while service was good, they featured diner-like waitresses who you would expect to call you "honey". Disappointing choice if you want a romantic setting, but if you're looking for an off-season seafood fest, you're in the right place!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/15/2010)
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Review 19 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I really enjoyed myself at DiNardo's. The service was very good. This is my second time going to the restaurant and I will be back again."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/28/2010
(review submitted 02/02/2010)
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Review 20 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"My wife and I were 1st timers to the restaurant. The food was pretty good and we had a pretty good server. Although it is a downtown spot my only problem is I do not feel like I got my money's worth. We both ordered the crabcake, which comes with one decent sized crabcake and french fries. For $25 a pop I was expecting alittle more"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/28/2010
(review submitted 02/01/2010)
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Review 21 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"i love the food and great atmosphere but the service could have been a lot beeter."

Special Features: special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/26/2010
(review submitted 01/31/2010)
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Review 22 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I took my daughter & her best friend to celebrate their 18th birthdays and DiNardos' didn't dissappoint. The food and service were wonderful! The table was a bit small & the food came out too fast, the courses were all on the table at the same time. However, the food was DE-LISH!!!"

Special Features: special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/28/2010
(review submitted 01/30/2010)
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Review 23 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The waitress was friendly and nice however we went for restaurant week where the menu was a set price so i didn"t like anything on the desert menu. She suggested something else but she did not say that I would have to pay extra for it. Added $7 to our bill."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/27/2010
(review submitted 01/29/2010)
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Review 24 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"I was disappointed with the quality of the food. I had triple pan seared crab cakes - they appeared to be mostly filler, the crab-corn chowder was very thick - mostly thickened with corn starch/flour. It didn't meet the hopes and expectations I had for the 20+ years I've lived in Philadelphia. I opted for the $35 prix-fixe dinner - wasn't worth 1/2 the price!"

Food 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/25/2010
(review submitted 01/27/2010)
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Review 25 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I only gave the food very good, because its out of season for crabs, i thought the crabs were just ok, but the rest of the party had seafood and they raved, shrimp, scallops, flounder.....the waiter was absolutely magnificent !"

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/24/2010
(review submitted 01/27/2010)
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Review 26 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I had a wonderful time at DiNardo's. I have not been there in over 10 yrs. but the staff were excellent and the food was good!!"

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/25/2010
(review submitted 01/27/2010)
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Review 27 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I went to Dinardos and loved everything about it. It was my first time there and I will gladly go back for round 2. I ordered the surf & turf and couldn't have asked for a better cooked steak. For dessert we had the triple chocolate cake. I highly recommend it. The prices are fair and the wait staff was great."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/26/2010)
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Review 28 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"It was a nice place. My husband and I really enjoyed it. The food he had was great from what I tasted but he said it was just ok. My crabs were not hot like I thought they would have been since we were at a resturant. And my mussels were a little salty. But all and all it was ok. The family atmosphere was great. The waiters were very friendly."

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/23/2010
(review submitted 01/26/2010)
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Review 29 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"I didnt like the fact that 12 of my guest was waiting to be seated until the rest of the party got there. Okay like the reservation was made of 14 people and we had to wait. We even went over the number to 16 people at the table. I hated the fact that the parking coupon was for 1 car per table. For such a size party for my birthday there was no free slice of cake, knowone sang happy birthday, not even a balloon on a chair. Should have chose Red Lobster somewhere less pricey that appreciate your business."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/26/2010)
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Review 30 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I was not at all impressed with DiNardo's. I had heard so many rave reviews about the restaurant and it's food was utterly dissapointed. I ordered the sauteed crabs. The crabs were so tiny, that I only ate one, because after taking the time to open the crab, there was really no meat inside, and it felt like I was wasting time and only making a big mess! The acoholic beverages are overpriced! $8.50 for an Amaretto Sour!!! Not to mention the hostess wouldn't seat the 3 of us, until the other 2 people in our party arrived! Overall, my experience @ DiNardo's was NOT a good one, and I will never return. I do want to send a special Thank You to the bartender. I was not happy with the taste of my first drink, and he gladly made me a new drink, TY!"

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/26/2010)
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Review 31 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Experience was very good. However the location and outward look of the restaurant lend one to believe the ambiance inside is actually nice than it actually is. But the service and food is very good."

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/21/2010
(review submitted 01/23/2010)
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Review 32 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I expected more from this restaurant. I believe at one time it probably was a good place for seafood but not anymore. Very casual ambience. I would not order anything but seafood such as the crab legs or just a regular fish dish. I ordered penne pasta with crab meat the pasta was watered down and the marina sauce was horrible. I rarely send food back to the chef but this dish was just not good. If your looking for somewhere to go if you are in the area and your hungry I would say go there but I am in no rush to come back to DiNardo's."

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/20/2010
(review submitted 01/22/2010)
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Review 33 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"DiNardo's is the only place I go for crabs. I ordered the extra jumbo - the most expensive crabs available, and they were fair at best. They weren't hot and they weren't that tasty. I have ordered smaller crabs in the past, and the smaller size were larger than these were."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/15/2010
(review submitted 01/22/2010)
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Review 34 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"The food was fantastic and our server was very pleasant, smiling all the time. It was a great dinner and a great place!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/20/2010
(review submitted 01/22/2010)
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Review 35 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"We were pleased that the restaurant was able to accommodate us earlier than time expected. The service was good. The food was good but I wouldn't say it was overwhelmingly great. When I had ordered an appetizer for snow crab claws, I think the restaurant needs to clarify that they were from the dungess crab and not snow crab claw....I was a bit disappointed with upon seeing the different type of claw and not expecting it the snow crab. Also the bloody mary was rather salty, as if they poured the whole container of salt but the waitress was very nice and exchanged for a different drink and didn't charge us. All in all, I think I have been to better seafood places for the same price....don't think I would return! Glad I tried it though!"

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/16/2010
(review submitted 01/18/2010)
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Review 36 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Had a very nice DiNardo's experience for lunch while in Old City for a continuing ed seminar at the Holiday Inn. It was a short walk on a cold day for outstanding crab bisque, thick and hearty and seafood combination. My associate had oyster stew and crab cake platter which she seemed to enjoy very much. The service was excellent and meal was a great value."

Special Features: great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/11/2010
(review submitted 01/17/2010)
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Review 37 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"This is a nice place.. great food. Watch where they seat you.. They tried to seat me near the ladies room! Did not like that!"

Special Features: late-night find

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/09/2010
(review submitted 01/11/2010)
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Review 38 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Our dinner at DiNardo's was delicious and the service was very good too."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/07/2010)
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Review 39 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"I've been to DiNardo's three times now.
The first and second times the place was busy and the service was great.
This time the place was fairly calm and our service was fairly poor.
Maybe we picked a bad night..."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/30/2009
(review submitted 01/06/2010)
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Review 40 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Di Nardo's is not what it used to be. Still a bit expensive for food that is just ok."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/03/2010
(review submitted 01/05/2010)
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Review 41 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"We had perhaps the worst service I've recently experienced in a restaurant. Halfway through the meal, it was as if we had been totally forgotten."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/01/2010
(review submitted 01/04/2010)
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Review 42 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We have been going to Dinardo's for years. We travel about an hour to get there from South Jersey. Love the crabs, clam strips and cold beer, we never need to look at the menu we know exactly what we want. Waitress's and bartender are always awesome. This was the first time we went there on New Year's Eve and it was great. A new tradition that we will continue to do along with all of our trips there throughout the year. Wishing them continued success. The Lulias & Hess Families!"

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/03/2010)
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Review 43 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"every time we go to philly we eat here"

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/01/2010
(review submitted 01/03/2010)
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Review 44 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"I ordered the Alaskan King Crab legs, and they were a huge disappointment. They are an expensive item on the menu. This was New Year's Eve's dinner (8:45 PM reservations but not crowded). The Alaskan King Crab Legs were - how do I describe not being a food critic and writing my first restaurant review ever - dry...stringy...not juicy. There are a couple of dishes that I order frequently and thereby make my own restaurant comparisons. One of those dishes is Alaskan King Crab legs. They were the worst I have ever had. I would never go back there for this item. Also, coleslaw was served in a small plastic cup. How miserly!! A tremendous disappointment for a seafood restaurant that may have in the past received "Best of Philly" honors."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/02/2010)
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Review 45 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"The food was not worth half of what they charged! The service was sub par--seemed as if the wait staff had something better to do than serve us. Not impressed at all. Don't waste your time or money."

Food 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 12/31/2009)
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Review 46 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"I've been hitting this spot every year or so for the past decade, and I can't think of a spot that is more dependable and fun to visit, whether you're dining out as a local, bringing friends from out of town or giving it a shot during a visit. The food is consistendly outstanding (I doubt you can find better crabs anywhere), the setting is unpretentious, and the prices fair. If you've never been, go."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/28/2009
(review submitted 12/31/2009)
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Review 47 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The food was delicious. I loved the crab balls on the appetizer menu!!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/26/2009
(review submitted 12/31/2009)
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Review 48 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Food was great, staff very friendly and fun."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/16/2009
(review submitted 12/18/2009)
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Review 49 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"My Husband and I brought our favorite midshipman (my son) to DiNardos after the Army -Navy gamefor a nice dinner. We have been to DiNardos many time our the years ,and it is always a great time. My children, now teenagers have fond memories of special meals here. We love to come here and will continue to do so for years to come. And by the way our waitress was wonderful. Sincerly Connie Hatcher"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/12/2009
(review submitted 12/15/2009)
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Review 50 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The waitresses and waiters were very accommodating. Our service was good, as well as the food."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/27/2009
(review submitted 12/03/2009)
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Review 51 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Let me start by saying the crabs were GREAT! My husband and I dined with our two young children (ages 3 & 5) and the staff welcomed our family and were very accommodating. I ordered milk for the children to drink and the waitress stated if they didn't have any, they would send someone to the store to buy some. We ordered 2 appetizers which are individual serving size (not large enough to share), a $28 bottle of wine, two extra large steamed crabs (no sides included) and the kids split an adult entree. The bill was well over $100 and we all walked away a little hungry. The food was excellent, but a little pricey for the portions."

Special Features: kid-friendly

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/28/2009
(review submitted 12/02/2009)
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Ratings-Only Reviews for DiNardo's Famous Seafood Based on the average of (42) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 3.7 out of 5 (Very Good)
Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 3.2 out of 5 (Good)
Service 3.9 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)
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