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| - This place has really improved over the last few years, and it's a staple with the folks at the neighboring offices. I believe they brought in new management a few years ago and it's made a WORLD of difference in both service and quality of food.
Unfortunately I'm a fan of fried (yah, I know) popcorn shrimp and Alaskan whitefish, and they prepare both beautifully here, in traditional "fish camp" style. They really shine at lunch time, where daily specials are around FIVE BUCKS and you get dinner-size portions! They do have broiled options, but those aren't available as lunch specials (however they're still priced reasonably). One thing I like about them is that they're flexible. This means that you don't HAVE to get fries with your meal; you can opt for a baked potato if you prefer and they don't say anything or get confused as some places do. Or you can get double fries/no hush puppies...whatever works for YOU, not them.
I think one of their star options is the "family pack" they offer. This has got to be one of THE best deals in town, especially when trying to feed a family at dinner. You get a TON of food for $27 & change (including tax!). For under thirty dollars you get your choice of TWO seafood options (ie two lbs of baby shrimp and eight pieces of flounder), a very large box of hush puppies, and a very large box of fries or four baked potatoes. You also get a TUB each of cocktail sauce, tarter sauce and cole slaw. Plenty of food for a family of 2-4. OH - you also get a half gallon of tea.
Service here is always speedy and friendly as well, and that has a lot to do w/the change in management I believe. I worked in the neighboring office for many years & for a while a few years ago we actually boycotted them for quite some time BECAUSE of their service. But now they're wonderful! Orders are always correct and on time (especially important when time is of the essence), and the employees are always super friendly and accommodating, and seem genuinely interested in making sure your experience is the best it can be.
Harbor Inn - a great option for traditional seafood in the University City area.
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