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Pappas Restaurant - Cockeysville, Cockeysville, MD

Pappas Restaurant - Cockeysville

4.5
4.5
2875 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar in Cockeysville, Maryland! If you've been searching for the perfect crab cake in the Baltimore area -- or ANY area, for that matter -- look no further than Pappas's 8-ounce cake of glory. Packed with colossal lump crab meat, minimal filler, and a recipe blend that has had people coming back for more since 1972. This gem is why Pappas has been featured on the cover of Baltimore Magazine, appeared on Food Network, Cooking Channel, and Travel Channel, and has won over 20 awards in just a few short years. We proudly welcome guests to enjoy a sinful cocktail at our bar, have a quiet dinner with the family in our dining room, or host a party for up to 80 people in our private room. Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar is fully handicap accessible, and only a stone's throw away from the Beltway, minutes from Hunt Valley and Towson. Make a reservation today!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–15:45 Dinner Mon, Tue 16:00–22:00 Wed–Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Erick Romero
  • Private party facilities
    Book a private party with Pappas! Parties can range between 25 and 80 people, and you can plan a menu based on you and your guests needs. Please call for more details or visit our website for more menu information!
  • Area
    Hunt Valley
  • Cross Street
    Cranbrook Road
  • Parking details
    MTA bus stop at Cranbrook Rd. and Ridgland Rd.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,875 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Baltimore Suburbs

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pappas Restaurant in Cockeysville offers an inviting atmosphere and exceptional service. Known for "best crab cakes in the Baltimore area," patrons rave about the Maryland crab soup and attentive staff, notably Monica. While some mention noise and wait times, most celebrate the "consistently great food and service," making it a local favorite.
2,875 Reviews
  1. Charlene VIP

    Baltimore39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Boris, our server was outstanding. Food was great and, although we had an early reservation, the restaurant was busy. My only negative is I made the reservation through Open table and indicated it was a birthday celebration but it wasn’t acknowledged in any way. A person at the table next to us had a birthday and was given a dessert with a candle.

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  2. David

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Still the best crab cakes in the Baltimore area. Good beer list and the main dining room is well lit which is refreshing!

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  3. Audra

    Baltimore36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best crsb cake in the area. I was in Harford County last week and had one of Boxhill Delis famous crab cakes and they don't compare, Pappas' crab cakes are much meatier with less filling and better seasoned. Pappas is always consistent in terms of quality and service. Only complaint is that it is noisy.

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  4. Arlene

    Baltimore71 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The server was outstanding. Crab cake smaller. Seems to be less lump crabmeat.

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  5. Tina VIP

    Baltimore33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the halibut and crab with a caper sauce. It was really good. It also came with a soup and 2 sides. Food was great and service was very attentive.

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  6. f scott

    Baltimore66 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The order appetizer, salad, and entree was served served in the right sequence. The salad was served first and it was warm and limp. My crab sautéed was served first nice and hot with big lumps, however tasted like fish. Then the double crab cake entree arrived. This was all within 25 minutes after our reservation. All of this was on the table at the same time. When the server did return and asked “How’s everything?” My response was I lost my appetite because of everything delivered so quickly. His response was “Well that’s a lot of food “ We had taken a member of our party out as a guest. I tasted the appetizer, finished my salad, and brought the crab cakes home without touching them. I to wait for my second ice tea. I have been a diner of the Pappas restaurants since their begging and know the family. My purpose for this review is to let them know that this is something they would and should want to know. I know their standard is higher than this.

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  7. Patrick VIP

    Baltimore62 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Front of the House - Single staff. Interactive. Using your name. Polite and encourages you to come back. Way to go!!! This gentleman has game and is a positive representative of the Pappas brand. Ownership/Management - Engaged and interacts. Generates the vibe you are important; they are glad you are there; and encourages you to return. Wait Staff - Monica - professional; menu knowledgeable; attentive; and the table service brings you back. Meal - Maryland Crab Soup - seasoned and tasty. Mini crab cakes - seasoned and tasty. These are solid go to menu items. Consistent quality. Wheel House items. Highly recommended. Support Staff - Food expeditors; table reset Team - critical to the process. Helpful with food delivery and plate removal. Truly contributed to the overall experience. Seeing Wait Staff help each demonstrate that Teamwork - Works. Keep it up!!! I will be back.

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  8. Patrick VIP

    Baltimore62 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 11 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Front of the House - Dinner shift. Dining Room and Bar Side - Significantly staffed. Two (2) Team Members per entrance. The extra staff does not result in better Guest relationships. It appears there is less interaction with guests. More robotic - then interactive and inviting - Lunch shift. Meal - Maryland crab soup - bowl. Still a solid go to appetizer. Changed up and ordered the cheese burger. Prepared and seasoned. Okay bar food item. Likely will fall back to the mini crab cakes or the crab cake single. Crab related items remain a solid meal. Wait Staff - Monica - helpful; professional; interactive; and menu knowledge. Encourages return visits with demonstrated guest services. Support Staff - Food expeditors and table reset staff - operating in the back ground - they are truly part of the critical Team and guest experience. Helpful - bring meals to the tables; removing plates - with each tour of the room; Team service - asking if you require anything. Way to go!!! Ownership/Management - Circulating and engaging with guests - Priceless to borrow a word. Genuine approach and interesting conversation. Vendors - Bar side - nice touch - guests were very interested in the machine and process.

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  9. Patrick VIP

    Baltimore62 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Front of the House - Much improvement. Direct eye to eye contact. Started the conversation using my name. True repeat quest treatment. Solid communication! Way to go. Wait Staff - Monica - menu knowledge; attentive; and helpful. Service Team - Interactive and positive communication. Food delivery was timely and positive. Meal - Maryland crab soup - tasty and seasoned. Mini crab cakes - tasty. Crab meat related meals are at the top of the list. Consistent and high quality. Pricing - similar to the overall community remains at the high point.

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  10. Patrick VIP

    Baltimore62 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Front of the House - Welcoming and engaging. Stepping up their game. Wait Staff - Monica - positive representative of the Pappas brand. Menu knowledgeable and helpful. Dining Room - positive and attentive. Assists with removing plates and ask for any requirements. Teamwork - Works. Management - circulates and are engaging. Meal - Maryland crab soup - seasoned and tasty. Mini crab cakes - always a solid choice.

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FAQs

Pappas Restaurant - Cockeysville offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 666-0030.

Pappas Restaurant - Cockeysville is rated 4.5 stars by 2875 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Pappas Restaurant - Cockeysville

550 Cranbrook Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Cranbrook Road
  • Area
    Hunt Valley
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–15:45 Dinner Mon, Tue 16:00–22:00 Wed–Sat 16:00–23:00 Sun 11:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    MTA bus stop at Cranbrook Rd. and Ridgland Rd.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Erick Romero
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Book a private party with Pappas! Parties can range between 25 and 80 people, and you can plan a menu based on you and your guests needs. Please call for more details or visit our website for more menu information!
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