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Bertha's MusselsvsThe Black Olive
Both establishments are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Bertha's Mussels ranks marginally higher than The Black Olive. Bertha's Mussels comes in at 82 with approval from 7 sources including Zagat, Lonely Planet and Gayot.
Bertha's Mussels
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Zagat
BlackBook
Rough Guide
Not For Tourists
734 S. Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
From $20/night
"This Fell's Point landmark is known for its mussels and music. The decor is shabby chic, with dark walls and plenty of accessories proud of their age." Full review
"Green bumper stickers across the state command you to 'Eat Bertha's Mussels.'." Full review
3.8
"This “old-school” Fells Point “institution” is famous for its “sweet, huge mussels” served with “out-of-this-world” dipping sauces by “friendly” staffers." Full review
"The tag-line has attained bumper-sticker immortality of the level that a pilgrimage to Bertha's is required eating to earn your gastronomical PHD."
"Classic, affordable seafood restaurant, tucked away behind a tiny Fell’s Point bar."
"Seafood. Dark, dank, and famous for its mussels."
The Black Olive
Zagat
BlackBook
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Frommer's
814 S Bond St, Baltimore, MD 21231-3346
From $31/night
4.6
"“Swimmingly fresh” fish is whisked from the ice display to be “prepared simply and beautifully” in the “delectable Greek style” before being filleted tableside." Full review
"Greek starter standards such as Tzatziki, Hummus, and Grilled Sardines in Grape Leaves. Masterfully complimenting the if-it-were-any-fresher-we'd-be-underwater-seafood."
"Expensive but succulent Mediterranean restaurant that has affordable meze (small plates) like grilled octopus salad and calamari, as well as pricier entrees like rack of lamb, crab cake platters and lobster tail."
"The Black Olive specializes in impeccably fresh seafood." Full review
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For an appetizer be sure to try the calamari, stuffed with feta and manouri cheeses.
"Jumbo shrimp and scallops grilled to perfection, an array of whole fresh fish cooked to your liking, lobster, mussels, and fish swimming in a rich Greek broth called kakavia, as well as creamy baklava ice cream made on the premises, are among the unforgettable dishes served up here by an amiable wait staff" Full review