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Friday, May 30, 2008

Jerry's Seafood at the Metropolitan, 169 West St., Annapolis; www.jerrysseafood.com, 410/268-7733. Seafood. Famous for its Crab Bomb from its other branches, Jerry's also serves delicious mussels in chipotle broth, and a fine, proper crab soup. There's also the Baby Bomb (smaller) and the Firecracker Bomb (spicier). Among the desserts, the brownie sundae is wonderful and rich.

Fried Oysters can be an appetizer or main course at Jerry's Seafood Restaurant in Annapolis.

Scott Haring Friday, May 23, 2008

Jerry's Seafood, known in the region for its Crab Bomb, has launched an effort in Annapolis to become part of the downtown dining scene. It has opened in the former Metropolitan restaurant site on West Street. Metropolitan was a posh, contemporary, cosmopolitan restaurant; Jerry's is basically the same except it is mostly about seafood. It kept the name, now referring to the site as Jerry's Seafood at the Metropolitan. The three-story building's interior has changed little - even the cocktail napkins still read "Metropolitan." Weather permitting, you cannot beat the rooftop dining and bar area - something that is virtually nonexistent in the historic city. Around here, if you are going to specialize in seafood, you have to do it right, and Jerry's knows what's right. Cream of crab soup ($7.50) is almost a model version of this traditional starter. It is very thick but so creamy and smooth that it still comes off as soup (not a glob of paste, like some thick versions). The decadent richness is balanced nicely with just the right amount of spice. A generous amount of tender crabmeat is mounded on the top so you can see just what you are getting. An appetizer special of the evening was steamed mussels with chipotle broth ($14). Tender, juicy mussels were steamed to perfection, and the chipotle added a wonderful bite - hot, but not overwhelming. A nice, smoky flavor was present, but it didn't mask the mussels, as can be the case with a barbecue version. The broth was so good we lamented the lack of bread to sop it up.

Joseph Silverman/The Washington Times Jerry's Seafood at the Metropolitan in Annapolis is famous for its 10-ounce Crab Bomb crab cake. Jerry's specialty has always been the Crab Bomb ($34). Ten ounces of jumbo lump crab is seasoned lightly with Old Bay and baked to a golden brown. This is prime crabmeat, and Jerry's knows how to let it shine. It uses a very light touch with the spices and mayonnaise binder so the crab flavor is dominant. Another key to its success: It is not overcooked. There is nothing worse than dry crabmeat, and this remains moist and sweet. The Baby Bomb ($26) is a 6-ounce version for those with a smaller appetite. For those who want more spice, the Firecracker Bomb has black pepper and dry mustard added. Sea bass ($27) is all about the fish. Tender, flaky fish was perfectly sauteed, with just a light touch of seasoning. Pan-seared scallops ($31 - can also be fried) are worth a try if you are a scallop fan. All entrees are served with two side dishes: baked potato, wedge-cut fries, vegetable of the day, Grandma Gainey's coleslaw, stewed tomatoes or apple sauce seasoned with vanilla and cinnamon. The handful of sandwiches available include crab cake, fried oyster, filet of haddock or rib-eye. Most crab houses offer some kind of ice cream treat as a dessert; at Jerry's, there's a brownie sundae ($5.50). Simple but wonderful, the rich, chocolaty brownie and smooth vanilla ice cream are a perfect end. Jerry's is well-known for its location on Lanham-Severn Road in Seabrook, just off the Capital Beltway. Beach-goers may be familiar with yet another Jerry's, in Lewes, Del.

RESTAURANT: Jerry's Seafood at the Metropolitan, 169 West St., Annapolis; 410/268-7733; www.jerrysseafood.com
HOURS: 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday
PRICES: Soups and salads $5.75 to $8; appetizers $14 to $24; sandwiches $11 to $15; entrees $19 to $34; desserts $4.50 to $6.50
CREDIT CARDS: All major cards
PARKING: Street or nearby garage ($2)
ACCESS: Wheelchair accessible

April 24 2008

Jerry's Seafood in Seabrook has the best seafood by far. I love its cozy and quaint atmosphere. I have been living in the area for years and had never stopped in to check it out. One day my mom and I went for dinner, and we were truly impressed. The service was outstanding from beginning to end. Because it was our first time, we got to sample a couple of their starters. The wait staff was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. The selection of seafood was great and not the same thing you find everywhere else. The portions were outstanding, satisfying and filling.

Kimberly Boddie
Lanham

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April 26 2007

Jerry Gainey sold the place in 2003 to a nephew and a longtime employee, and on subsequent visits I thought the quality of the famous "crab bomb" -- 10 ounces of jumbo lump crab meat barely held together with mayonnaise and Old Bay seasoning -- had slipped. But on my last visit, the bomb was once again about as close to perfection as crab meat can get. The cream of crab soup -- with its own nice bite of Old Bay -- and the milder crab bisque were equally good. The simple side dishes, including a great baked potato, creamy coleslaw and a crisp green salad, were just about the best they could be.

User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (25 ratings)
Jerry's Seafood (301) 577-0333
9364 Lanham Severn Rd, Seabrook, MD 20706 | Cross Streets: Between Carter Ave and 94th Ave

User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars by Dre 04/12/2008 This is truely some of the freshest seafood that I have ever tasted, It cost a little more, but it's worth every penny. Once you dine here red lobster will not do anymore.don't cheat yourself treat yourself.

User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars by Yoyo in DC 06/14/2007 The bomb!: The CRAB bomb is the best crab cake I have ever tasted.

User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars by eclark20018 05/16/2007 Crab Bomb IS the BOMB!: Heard thru the grapevine about Jerry's Seafood. Did some investigative work on the internet, read the reviews and had to go for myself. Got there at 5 p.m. on a Saturaday. It is located in a small strip mall with a small parking lot. It doesn't help that the parking lot has restrictive parking signs. Had to wait about 30 minutes for a parking spot; driving around and around the lot with other cars, following people coming out of the resturant to snatch their spot, only to see other cars laying in waiting. I decided to put my name on the waiting list, which was about 45mins to an hour, looking for parking helped kil the time. Inside, it's a just 1 room with about 50 - 75 tables. Music was playing in the background , slightly muffling nearby conversations. The lighting was just subdued enough to give it a mellow mood. I found the setting perfect for an intimate dinner The menu is very straighforward - nothing but seafood and the wine list was impressive, both a little steep. LAWDY, LAWDY, LAWDY! The crab bomb was worth the parking hassle! Melted in your mouth, buttery, smooth, ABSOLUTELY NO FILLER! 10 ozs. of delectable crab. I had planned to take some home, but that wasn't happening. And the steamed broccoli! Steamed to perfection - fresh, tender, well seasoned. I could have made a meal with the broccoli. OH, and your non alcoholic beverage is served in a carafe; a pleasant surprise for the soda drinker. So, from now on my payday ritual will be carryout from Jerry's Seafood. Try everything on the menu and skip the digging for gold in shell crabs!

Out of this World Posted by gltyree on Mar 12, 2008 I am not a connoisseur of seafood. I especially don't care for crab cakes, because they usually have so much fillers inside. But my daughter took me to Jerry's for a Valentine's Day dinner. I tried the Baby Bomb because I'd heard so many good things about their crab cakes. Much to my delight, it was all true and a whole lot more. The crab cake was out of this world. I enjoyed it so much I did not want to finish it (how's that for good). I cannot find words that could do it any justice. It was well worth the 2 hour wait.Sincerely, So Satisfied

Delightful Posted by mariaescobar on Jul 20, 2007 This place is great. My favorite entree is the crab bomb. The food is always served fresh and hot. I have never been disappointed. It's pricey but it's worth every penny. Jerry's Seafood is at the top of my list as best seafood restaurant in MD.