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The Black Olive vs Bertha's Mussels

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.

The Black Olive
The Black Olive
8 / 10
814 S Bond St, Baltimore, MD 21231-3346
From $31 /night
Zagat Zagat
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
BlackBook BlackBook
"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."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"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."
Fodor's Fodor's
"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.
Frommer's Frommer's
"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
Bertha's Mussels
Bertha's Mussels
8 / 10
734 S. Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231
From $20 /night
Frommer's Frommer's
"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
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Green bumper stickers across the state command you to 'Eat Bertha's Mussels.'." Full review
Zagat Zagat
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
BlackBook BlackBook
"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."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Classic, affordable seafood restaurant, tucked away behind a tiny Fell’s Point bar."
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