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DiNardo's Famous Seafood
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.
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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.
111 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 111 reviews
5 stars
(27)
4 stars
(41)
3 stars
(23)
2 stars
(16)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(38)
- good for groups(32)
- fit for foodies(27)
- kid-friendly(27)
- special occasion(15)
- great for lunch(9)
DiNardo's Famous Seafood Reviews List
Review 1 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Special treat for Father's Day!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"More pricey than expected but good spot for crab lover! Limited menu otherwise"
Dined on 6/15/2013
2006
Special Features: special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Underwhelmed
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I found the food to be not good at all . I ordered the broiled seafood combo the scallops chewy and about size of a quarter the shrimp were supposed to be jumbo they were medium at best. the piece of flounder extremely thin and small. It all was bland and tasteless. For 35.00 I felt ripped off.
I will not recommend this restaurant to anyone. Matter of fact I will share how bad my experience was to everyone I know."
I will not recommend this restaurant to anyone. Matter of fact I will share how bad my experience was to everyone I know."
Dined on 6/06/2013
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Review 3 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
always love it
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I drive past 50 other restaurants to get there. I go often."
Dined on 5/31/2013
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Review 4 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great date night
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Dinardo's was great, but the service was outstanding ...so it was a great date night"
Dined on 5/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Crabs!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The crabs were a bit small, only larges when we got there. Most were excellent, but none were complete duds.
We tried the tempura shrimp and the seafood bisque for the first times and LOVED both."
We tried the tempura shrimp and the seafood bisque for the first times and LOVED both."
Dined on 5/27/2013
Special Features: great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Okay...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"but not great. We both had clams on the half shell, which were excellent, and we both had the crab imperial, which was so-so. It had a lot of shells in it. We also had the special soup, which was crab bisque, which was good. It was very noisy and cramped. The staff got ready for a large party coming in to the table next to us and distrubed our dinner to vacuum and move the chairs around. They were nice and apologetic, though. I would go back for the raw bar or to buy crabs, but it's not a nice place to have a quiet dinner."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good place to eat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service, great ambiance and date night location! Although their specialty "jumbo" crabs were a bit small, (I'm from Maryland and would consider that a large) the crabs were okay. They were not the great compared to what you get in Maryland but they are acceptable. The crabs were a bit undercooked.
My fiance got the dungeness crabs and he raved about them. They were particularly more delicious than the Maryland Blue Crabs. The fries were also amazing as well!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
DiNardos fine seafood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service was outstanding. (Tim) Was very helpful and made us feel like VIPS. My wife and I enjoyed ourselves. Will be seeing you soon."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I thought the food was very well-prepared. The "large" crabs were quite small by my standards as were the clams. The portions were not generous but adequate."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 10 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
So so
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was visiting a friend in Phila and thought we go for some soft shell crabs. Our waitress was very pleasant and informed us that it was a bad season for crabs so they were unable to get soft shells in yet (middle of May?) I decided on the crab imperial my friend had the broiled seafood platter. The crab imperial was dry, no sherry sauce, and my friend's seafood platter was overcooked. Shrimp and scallops were rubbery. We were too tired too hungry and tired to complain. I was disappoined to say the least. The last time I was DiNardo's was several years ago and the food back then was excellent. Sad to say I have no plans of going back in the future."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 11 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing Experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had a retaurant.com gift cert which is one of the reasons we chose this restaurant for Mother's Day. There were no restrictions on the gift cert, however, the restaurant would not let me use it because it was a holiday. The most popular item on the menu, the blue crabs, which my sister was looking forward to having, was sold out. The waiter was not the best, he was not able to remember things we asked for and we had to ask more than once. Overall, the experience was disappointing."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Over priced!!!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is in a great location but is far too outdated and the food was Ok. Six blue crabs were almost $50 this is overpriced"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 13 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Where are the crabs
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came from several hours away (one from Colorado). They did not have any crabs, none! We were told they were hard to get. This should have been on website or open table. I had sautéed lump crab. It was OK, but I have had better. Overall, a big disappointment."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 14 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great place!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Took a friend for her birthday, we both had a great meal. Chowder, oysters, crabs, crabcakes. Everything was great! We already plan to go back"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 15 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I had dinner on a Sat. eve. - it was 2/3's full and very noisy in the back dining area, making it a bit hard to hear our conversation. The waitress was very pleasant, but the drinks we ordered took 10 minutes to arrive and our dinner order took 40 minutes to arrive. My meal was excellent - combination of crab, crab cakes, flounder and shrimp, making my wait worth it. My husband said his blackened scallops were good, but, average.
Staff is very nice and attentive. The atmosphere is family friendly, simple decor. The front dining room/bar area was much quieter and may be a better choice for some. This is not a romantic restaurant. DiNardo's is famous for crab. Definitely give it a try for the seafood selection."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 16 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was a great place if
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was a great place if you just want good seafood, especially crabs. I had the special which was a cajun seasoned tilapia. I found that it was acceptable, but not special. The service was great and I loved that it was not too noisy."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 17 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dinardo's scores a HOME RUN!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Traveling back to our hometown of Philadelphia, we definitely wanted to enjoy some hard shell crabs and we recalled Dinardo's being just the place to enjoy them. We were not disappointed!! Make sure you call ahead to be sure they have plenty of crabs as they can be slightly seasonal. Our simple family of 6 was treated like rock stars as soon as we arrived at the restaurant, including our son with multiple disabilities. The service was phenomenal from the moment we arrived. The food could not have been any better. We arrived with high expectations and left fully satisfied and eager for our next visit."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Way over priced for worse
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Way over priced for worse than red lobster food!Big mistake. Total shame bc could be much much better"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2009
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Review 19 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Try the Best DiNardo's in Olde City
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is by far 1 of the Best places in the city. Not only does
DiNardo's offer fresh seafood, they are a historical establishment
with their history depicted in cool murals on the wall.
Also take notice to the tackle box inspired pictures which
adorn the dining area."
DiNardo's offer fresh seafood, they are a historical establishment
with their history depicted in cool murals on the wall.
Also take notice to the tackle box inspired pictures which
adorn the dining area."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good place for a seafood lunch!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good place for a seafood lunch! Great service, good food."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2000
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 21 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not bad, not good. A bit overpriced
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not bad, not good. A bit overpriced for the food. Although the service was good, I probably won't go back. For the price point there are many other great restaurants in the area."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
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Review 22 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We came here because it was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came here because it was "famous" and recommended for a special occasion. It was my birthday and there was nothing special about it other than the $300+ bill. They didn't even acknowledge that it was a special occasion for us other than a manager coming by to say happy birthday. We weren't looking for anything for free but some candles,sparklers, toast, happy birthday writing - something would have been nice. Even when we asked why they were famous we didn't get a good explanation other than to say they get crabs from the gulf. The whole reason we came here(from texas)was to get east coast seafood-so complete fail. Overall I would say a let down and an even bigger disappointment with a 3 star dining experience that came with a 5 star tab"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
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Review 23 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Crabs Crabs and Cravs
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Dinardos is a Philly gem. Crabs at the best.
Don't order anything else. Any type you like.
Alaskans are pricey but are worth it.
Don't order anything else. Any type you like.
Alaskans are pricey but are worth it.
Friendly service and great staff."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Our server Mary was warm,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our server Mary was warm, friendly, provided suggestions for meal selection. The sautéed stuffed crab cake was very good, rather large, and real crab meat."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The size of the largest crabs
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The size of the largest crabs Dinardos had varied. I only ordered two of their largest and one was large and the other one was considerably smaller. Despite that, they were tasty and full of meat."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
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Review 26 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
DINING AT DINARDO'S
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful dining experience. The seafood was absolutely scrumptous as was the service. Would definitely go back."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 27 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
A real ripoff.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is a rip off. They do not quote prices for their "specials". We ordered crabs and was shocked to see a $39 dollar price when we received the bill. I will not return to this restaurant again."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2004
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Review 28 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious! We had the crab
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious! We had the crab imperial and the Crab Nachos Supreme, and the price definitely matches the portion size and the quality of the food they serve! I would totally go back!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 29 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not like I remember it...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our waitress was great and the manager did come to our table to talk to us during our meal-but was overall a disappointing meal.
My reservation was made well in advance, and I spoke to someone the day of to confirm, ask about bringing in a cake-which is allowable,
and adding a person. The opportunity to share the fact that they would not have any CRABS, the reason our party was going there in the first place-was right then!!! Very frustrating that after years of pleasant experiences, things seem to have gone down hill. Also out of zucchini sticks!
All food ordered was fine and we tried not to let the fact that the reason we went there in the first place (crabs) deter us from an enjoyable meal together. Just call ahead the day of!!!"
My reservation was made well in advance, and I spoke to someone the day of to confirm, ask about bringing in a cake-which is allowable,
and adding a person. The opportunity to share the fact that they would not have any CRABS, the reason our party was going there in the first place-was right then!!! Very frustrating that after years of pleasant experiences, things seem to have gone down hill. Also out of zucchini sticks!
All food ordered was fine and we tried not to let the fact that the reason we went there in the first place (crabs) deter us from an enjoyable meal together. Just call ahead the day of!!!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 30 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best Clams Casino anywhere!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The best Clams Casino anywhere!!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food was just ok. Some
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was just ok. Some items were kind of over priced. The location is need of serious renovation. While it looked clean, it just seemed very dated, but not in a good way. Service was good, no real complaints there. Overall it wasn't bad, it wasn't great, just mediocre."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2003
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Review 32 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The night we were there (Tuesday
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The night we were there (Tuesday night) they did not have crabs. Not sure how often that happens so you would want to call ahead. We ordered the Calamaria Appetizer and it was huge way more for the two of us. We have had a boat on the Chesapeake Bay for the last 20 years so we know our "Bay Cusine". The Boiled Seafood Platter was average, nothing special but the dessert was out of this world. If even asked about it and they said the Jamican Layer Cake comes from somewhere in Jersey, now I gotta go find it."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2005
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Review 33 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great place for fresh seafood
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for fresh seafood and SUPER crab soup. Casual dining in a "non huried" atmosphere. Great place for friends and family gatherings. Excellent seafood selection. Been going there for 27 years."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 34 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
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5
I was to DiNardo's twice in
Food
(Fair)
2
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5
Service
(Good)
3
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5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
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5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was to DiNardo's twice in a 2 month period. I was disappointed in the size of crabs. I ordered extra jumbo. They appeared to be only large. The food was just mediocre. Try other seafood houses in Philly!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2002
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Review 35 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Why bother!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall it was disappointing. Not at all as I remembered. They didn't have steamed crabs - which is one of their signature dishes. Why bother."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2002
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 36 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
While this is a fun spot the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While this is a fun spot the food was a mixed bag. The crab cakes and fried oysters were great, shrimp and scallops good but the stuffed flounder dried out and fishy tasting."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
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Review 37 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good service, was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good service, was good, parking is 20.00 very little meter parking available crab imperial was over done I would go back but not often."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
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Review 38 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Seafood!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best seafood in Philly and their Bloody Mary's are to die for! Even better the Crabby Mary!!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2012
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Review 39 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Good for crab-limited menu- $$$
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Menu was very limited. My guests were not pleased. One chickan dish, two steaks and the rest of the menue was crab-fish dishes. One guess ordered the filet steak for 40 dollars, and refused to eat the side of brockley as it was over cooked and tasted very salty. The waitress delivered our glasses of wine and beer by touching the rims with her hands vs just the stem. So we all wiped down the rims. The Decor was out of a 1950 shore fish house. I had the clam chowder and it was tasty. Old fashion style. Cole slaw was also tasty. My wife had a crab cocktail and it was very good. My side of clams and pasta was also very good. Price was forty per person. Two pricy for us. I would try lunch first."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2007
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Review 40 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was mediocre. The service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was mediocre. The service was good in the beginning but then went downhill after appetizers were served. Very open room so not good for private conversations."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 41 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Crabs and Crab Cakes!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Crabs and Crab Cakes! Had a wonderful evening!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 42 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love the casual, old-school
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I love the casual, old-school feel to this place. From the bartender, to the hostess, to the waitresses, to the bussers, everyone here works together like a family. They are all so genuinely nice. I always feel like I am at someone's house as a guest."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 43 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
An Anchor Philly Restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What an odd Philly foundational restaurant. The decor is 1950s shore diner, the plates are plastic and the decor needing an update. Yes, the food adequate, but Philly is richer because of DiNardo's. This is the place to go for crabs, especially when looking for a meat-free restaurant during Lent. If your standards are the creative kitchens that are the norm today, relax and go for the ride. The corn crab chowder was thick, creamy and mild tasting. The fish of the day, tilapia, was nicely prepared with all of the sides. The jumbo crabs very spicy and getting them open to get to the meat made for a relaxed, fun and long dinner. The service is attentive, experienced and non-pretentious."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2007
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Review 44 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
When the service is poor a
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When the service is poor a restaurant offers you dessert...we were offered TWO!!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2005
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Review 45 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
If you like crab this is the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you like crab this is the place. Comes in all varieties, shapes and sizes. Good place for groups. Lot of fun. Allow extra eating time for getting to the crab meat."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2006
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Review 46 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service was great.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food and service was great. Not very romantic but it was to be expected!"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 47 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Terrible food. They were out
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Terrible food. They were out of crabs! Very overpriced."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2007
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Review 48 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was fun. Nothing fancy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was fun. Nothing fancy but very good seafood. The crab soup was delicious as were the two crab dishes my son and husband ordered. We will definitely come back again!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 49 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Went last Saturday evening
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went last Saturday evening with my cousin for a Girls Night Out. Enjoyed my dinner. I ordered their NE Clam Chowder soup, it was good not great. The Crab bisque was the soup of the day & my cousin ordered that, she seemed to enjoy it. Entrees: Seafood Salad: shrimp, scallops, crab w/lettuce, tomato, red onion, cucumber. I have to say it was delicious even though it was $25. My cousin ordered the Broiled Stuffed Flounder which she enjoyed. Service was good, not warm & fuzzy but it's the city. Decor is dated but food is good. I will go back to try the crabs since that seems to be what Dinardo's is known for."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
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Review 50 for DiNardo's Famous Seafood
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
DiNardo's is an institution
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"DiNardo's is an institution in Philadelphia and a not to be missed restaurant when there, especially if you love Hard Shell Crabs. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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