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 OK - if all you want to taste is the spices! 10/8/2007
Reviewer: Jim H from Northern Shenandoah Valley, VA
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Tried it twice, KDH & Avon. I like to know (read - taste) the food I've paid for, not just the HEAVY seasoning. In both places, the shrimp was overdone and rubbery - a damn sure sign that the kitchen crew hasn't a clue, especially in a seafood restaurant. Go there and buy a smarmy T-shirt, skip the chow!
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 GOOD BUT A TAD HIGH PRICED 9/12/2007
Reviewer: pittguy25 from pittsburgh, PA
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will go again just not so much because of the price. food was very good though. that was the avon location
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Buy the t-shirt, not the food! 8/27/2007
Reviewer: jenn from Vineland, NJ USA
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We visited DD's on three seprate occasions and it had gotten worse each time. The wait was long, the food was over priced, the service was extremely slow, and the food was mediocre. The last visit half of my meal was rancid. When I brought it to the attention of my waitress she just smiled and asked me if I wanted it wrapped to take home. The manager never came to hear my concern when requested and the bill was not altered. In addition when the ingrediants were questioned before ordering, we were assured of the products used. Later that evening my husband had an allergic reaction to something in this dinner. Thank GOD for the epi-pen. The only thing I would spend the money on would be a t-shirt. You can get a much better meal at Bubba BBQ down Hwy 12.
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Over rated 8/13/2007
Reviewer: jeepers from piit, pa
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Give high marks for advertising and marketing the business. The prices are way out of line, extremely expensive for their menu. Food is decent though, but not worth the wait and price when there are many other options available on OBX.
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DDs in Avon 7/27/2007
Reviewer: Jon (OBXerInBama) from Birmingham, AL
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DDs is a family tradition of ours. We eat there only once every year. We only go once, not because of the food, but the price$$$. The food has always been top notch. We got the big boat sampler thing that comes with like 40 broiled/seasoned shrimp, 2 dancing shrimp (ENORMOUS!), almost 2 dozen steamed clams, and crab legs. My wife gets the lobster and scallop shish-ka-bob. The food was great, but the bill afterwards was over $100!!! That's for my wife, my son, and me! WOW! This is why we go every year, but only once. This way, both your stomach and your wallet will thank you!
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 Not worth the hype 7/10/2007
Reviewer: Jen N from Douglassville , PA
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Ate here two years ago in 2005 with a large group. We had to wait a long time to be seated and we had an equally long wait for the food. Overpriced for what you get, unless you like the goofy atmosphere I would say it isn't worth it. Save your $$ and eat at a good seafood restuarant like Mako Mikes or Goombays. They are a little pricier but WAY worth it.
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 Family Tradition 3/6/2007
Reviewer: Colleen from Lambertville, NJ
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Every year when we arrive at the OBX our first stop is DD's for our traditional late lunch before going to our rental. I have never had a problem with the food. Maybe I am always buzzed before my food comes but we always look forward to eating there as soon as we arrive. I will say it is not cheap to eat there but than again...I'M ON VACATON...and what a way to start it off. First day there is always the BIG DAY! So splurge and enjoy like we do.
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 Fun atmosphere, food marginal 2/21/2007
Reviewer: OBXer from NJ
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I don't think they should refer to themselves as a crab house. I know the play on the name is fun, but the food wasn't worth the price. I had the crablegs and they were dry. Didn't leave the place feeling satisfied. Haven't been back since.
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Decent but PRICEY 7/27/2006
Reviewer: Patrick from Gettysburg, PA
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We felt obligated to go the much advertised Dirty Dicks the first night in town. I liked the atmosphere. Nice bar upon entry. We had two rounds while we waited. They have music going, with TV's on. The staff seemed very friendly. The food was pretty good. Was it worth the money?... I'm not sure. Be prepared to spend $100 for a family of four, one of which is a child. Two of us had the Norfolk crab for about $23/plate, and another crab cakes for $21. The crab Norfolk was good. I'd give 4 out of 5 stars. The cakes were not as good as what you would get up in Baltimore. They had filler in them. I would have expected pure crab for the price and for the location (cakes get 3 out of 5 stars). Don't get me wrong, they were good, but not great. To improve the rating I would suggest either more reasonable prices, or improve the food slightly. They make enough off of the gift shop and beverage prices. (5$ for a pint).
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Horrible and Overpriced 7/11/2006
Reviewer: PaulP from Maryland
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I notice that all of the good reviews are from several years ago. After going here last week, I understand why! My wife had what was described as Jumbo stuffed shrimp. What she got was 5 shrimp of the 30 - 35 size, each with a small dab of Indonesian Blue Swimmer meat (NOT local blue crab) meat on top of a large bowl of Penne pasta. I had the Crab Norfolk, which is simply lumps of crab meat broiled in butter. As easy as this is to prepare, they overcooked it so it was dried out.
With one draft beer, one iced tea and tac, this mess came to almost $60. I don't mind paying for good food, but this price was outrageous for bad food.
To cap it all off, I'm virtually certain that our waiter was stoned. When we talked to him it was like he wasn't really there.
To sum up, horrible food, bad service and prices equal to good restaurants in the area. STAY FAR, FAR AWAY!
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Gross! 7/10/2006
Reviewer: Kimb from Germantown, MD
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If you like fried seafood this is the place to go. I was not impressed. I enjoy the taste of seafood, not fried batter.
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YUCK 5/25/2006
Reviewer: RAIN from MD
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AT HERE 6-05 THE SERVICE WAS VERY POOR. THE FOOD WAS WORSE. HAD A CRAB SALAD THAT TASTED LIKE DISHWATER. THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR A RESTAURANT THAT CLOSE TO THE WATER HAVING POOR SEAFOOD AT SUCH HIGH PRICES.
WON'T GO AGAIN. MY MOTHER HAS A SEVERE ALLERGY TO BEEF AND PORK AND WE TOLD THE WAITRESS AND SHE STILL BROUGHT OUT A SIDE DISH THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE JUST BEANS THAT WAS FULL OF PORK SAUSAGE. VERY POOR
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If you like fried seafood, this is the place. 5/21/2006
Reviewer: Kaydee from Haskell, NJ
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This is a fun place to go. We had the buffalo tuna bites as an appetizer and they were really good. The fried scallops were good and the stuffed shrimp over pasta had a very good sauce. The service was quick and friendly.
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Dinner 4/7/2006
Reviewer: Anonymous from Somewhere in Cyberspace
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Ate here once and we did not care much for it. The service was horrid, but still glad we tried it and we bought their T shirts
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on the mark again 10/9/2005
Reviewer: hutchens from Lawsonville, NC
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Just got back from vacation & Dirty Dick's hit the mark again. Lots of food for $$. Had the sampler plate with pretty much everything! Great!!!!
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tasted good to me 7/3/2005
Reviewer: Christy from Lawsonville, NC
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Last fall we went to Dirty Dick's. I had the fried catfish & I couldn't believe I had so much left over! Plate was running over and when I said "That's it or I'm gonna be sick" it looked like I hardly touched anything!!
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average 4/6/2005
Reviewer: jesse from king william,va.
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The kids love it for the name. The food can be hit or miss. the prices are extremely high. It is hard for me to believe people are willing to pay 30+ dollars for a dozen crabs. There are to many good seafoood restuarants to try than eat here.
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Not as good as it use to be 10/26/2004
Reviewer: Mary-Ohio from Massillon, Ohio
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We've been going to Dicks for years and as much as I hate to admit it, we've been less than satisfied the last couple of times. Portions are smaller and the quality of the meals just isn't the same. Maybe we just need to skip a year, or go back to their carry-out, and it will seem better to us. Hope so.
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It's OK at best 10/26/2004
Reviewer: Tim from KDH, NC
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There are many places on the OBX to eat steamed seafood, this is just one of many. The kids will like it because the tables are covered with paper and they can draw on it while waiting for the food. The crablegs can be good or they can be overcooked and rubbery - you never know for sure, but it is usually pretty good and worth a visit.
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Excellent -MUST eat here! 4/23/2004
Reviewer: Beth from Palmyra, Indiana, USA
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My family ate here while on vacation on the outer banks and it ended up being one of our favorites. We are coming back for more this summer! Their grilled oysters are out of this world and they REALLY cater to children. Don't miss Dirty Dicks!
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Everyone needs to eat here while on the OBX, atleast once!! 1/11/2004
Reviewer: Sara Jennings from Albany, NY
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At first my family and I were reluctant to eat here, with the children - not sure what to expect.... it was incredible! Our first visit was for lunch, talk about huge portions! They have a wide variety, for the kids too! The kids meals were big enough for an adult to eat and they had several extra added bonuses! (frisbee, icecream, cup) We decided to go back for dinner - a long wait - 2 hours! It only makes sense because the food is so good. We enjoyed sitting at bar while we waitd. On top of it all our service was excellent!! Michelle (our server) was very attentive, knowledgeable, and great with the kids - she even wrote her name on the table - they all do so you don't forget. Oh ya... don't forget to mention it's your birthday! They have a very interesting way of singing to you - keeps you laughing. I must say that everyone should visit- what else could you ask for - food, service, AND atmosphere. This is one of the better restaurants on the OBX.
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Great Selection 11/17/2003
Reviewer: Lisa from Pa
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They have many unique selections on their menu. It is difficult to pick out what you want. They also have a very extensive children's menu
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One of our favorites. 11/17/2003
Reviewer: Belle1952 from Southern Ohio
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Great food, drinks, and hospitality. Very casual and friendly. Lots of variety on the menu.
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Reminder: The reviews are the opinion of the poster, and are not necessarily shared by the ownership of OBX Connection. The poster is solely responsible for the content of their review.
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