50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Ocean View

“We went to the NorthEast Seafood Kitchen for a birthday dinner. Even though they were full, they worked us into a table to accommodate our crew- including two toddlers and a two-month old. We really appreciate getting seated so quickly, especially with the kids in tow. The food and drinks were amazing and our waiter was awesome and patient as we dealt with our kids 🩷 10/10 would go here again!“

“Big Fish Grill is one of our favorites at the beach! The food is always excellent, as it was this time around. The chicken carbonara, surf & turf, and charcoal shrimp were delicious meals that our family enjoyed. In addition to the great food, our service was the best I can remember. Robbin, our server, was attentive to our needs, bringing our daughter extra lemons and getting the kitchen to do her grilled shrimp without the "spices". She was so pleasant and as our daughter stated, "she's the best server ever"! We'd agree. Wonderful spot, wonderful food, wonderful service!“

“Cedar Land & Sea Kitchen is the best kept secret in the Eastern Shore. The bar is also fantastic.“

“Always the best oysters! Get them there all the time! Great service, too!!“

“Very good restaurant with a nice vibe. Food was delicious but it is expensive.“

“Highly recommend. Picked up our boil for two and added extra shrimp to our order. One of the best boils we’ve had. Will definitely order again when coming back to ocean city!!“

“I have been missing some good seafood from my country and I say let’s try this place. No regrets. The food was great, pretty laid back ambiance. Customer service was A1. Keep doing you Rusty Jimmy.“

“We are traveling for my husband’s job and staying at the hotel across the street. We were happy to find out their special on Thursday is 25% off your entire bill. The staff was very friendly, and our server, Lucas did a wonderful job! I ordered the Fried Tomato and Crab Stack with a side of pimento cheese grits and my husband ordered the stuffed lobster tail with hush puppies, tomato cucumber salad and the shrimp gumbo. All of our food was amazing! All of the food was well seasoned. The grits and the crab imperial inside the lobster tale melted in our mouth. We had quite a bit of lump crab meat with our meals and didn’t find any shells… that’s a big pet peeve of mine! I couldn’t believe how big the stack was, we took a lot of left overs with us! Thank you everyone for a great experience!“

“Cool vibe, people, great service and food! Really enjoyed the experience and meal. 100% you must try the Duck Wontons appetizer. It’s is incredibly delicious.“

“This place is awesome I would make one tiny suggestion to get a bread warmer when the bread hits the table and it's cold not great. The food was delicious and staff was fantastic. Drinks are awesome
Definitely will be back .

Parking: They have a lot but not a lot of parking lucky we got the last space they had.

Kid-friendliness: Yes children are welcome“

“Great service, great drinks, great food!“

“Our food was delicious, but what was also great was Colleen. She couldn’t do enough for the four of us to make our lunch 👍 great.You have a jem of a server. Lynn 1/27/24“

“While on vacation we took our daughter here for her birthday, along with a couple of her friends. Everyone there was extremely nice and friendly, but not overbearing. The food, how can I put it into words? You absolutely have to try the creamy crab soup; your tongue will be forever grateful. Crab cakes are some of the best you'll find. I had the fish tacos and all the wonderful flavors were almost overwhelming. If you are near Bethany Beach and are looking for great seafood with a nice atmosphere, I can't recommend the Blue Crab enough.“

“Delicious food, fabulous owners. Get an old fashioned, stay longer than you planned. It’s all worth it.“

“You would think all you can eat fresh steamed blue crabs 🦀 would be enough…but this place also includes local sweet corn, hushpuppies and fried chicken. Plus all the dipping sides your heart desires like butter, apple cider vinegar, cocktail sauce and remoulade. Authentic crab shack vibe where they just dump the crabs on the table and give you a shell bucket and roll of paper towels. Cheap prices and a friendly staff. This place is not to be missed.“

“Our first visit there. I had shrimp and grits that were excellent. Very original Louisiana flavor. My wife had crab cakes with a house made sauce that was awesome. Our server, Luke, was fabulous also. Will definitely be returning.“

“Our family loves Rippons! We live locally and have supported many local businesses for steamed crabs. We have found that Rippons has the best steamed crabs! Last weekend we ordered a bushel of crabs, all were heavy, full and fresh, not one had a “paper shell” or mushy. If you have not tried Rippons for your seafood, it is well worth your business. **The Gates Family**“

“It was great as always. Lobster roll was delicious!“

“Food was really good.
Atmosphere and service was awesome. Our server was oretty busy, and could have asked us to give up the table to sit more people. He was happy to let us leave our stuff at the table and take our kids to play games in the arcade.
Would recommend to all families, or couples on a date!“

“Outstanding food and customer service!“

“We have been here more then 4 times, always great service and great food. highly recommended !!“

“We have been going to OC every July for 7+ days for decades & happened upon The Lobster Shanty last year. We know most of the great dining spots in OC but we were so happy to have found this place!! Great food & the Quahog & Scallop Chowdah is absolutely delicious!! We came from the ferry straight to The Lobster Shanty! Our waiter Vinny was the best!! Such a nice young guy, very attentive, quick, & super helpful with our questions about crabbing! He is the best! We’ll be back during our stay so I can have your awesome Lobster Roll 😋(& I can’t pass on that Chowdah!) ~The Murphy’s ~ Greenwood Lake, NY“

“Excellent food and drinks with a great atmosphere“

“The best crab cake I’ve had in Ocean City! Can’t wait to go back!“

“We dined at One Coastal over the weekend. We had four people in our party and everyone ordered a different item on the menu. Food was fantastic! I enjoyed a simple pasta dish that was the most delish meal I’ve had in years. I shared with everyone at the table and everyone loved it. My husband had the pork chop and reported that it was delicious. My daughter had the scallops and said they were perfect. Her boyfriend had the flank steak and it looked terrific. But my pasta was PERFECTION!“

“Friendly place to watch a football game“

“I got the cod tacos and they were incredible!! Quick service too!“

“Our third time there - always great! Our server Monica was terrific. Friendly and attentive staff. Food was a bit expensive but was great! I had two oyster shooters, my wife had a cherry lime aid crush - excellent. I had the scallops and my wife had braised short ribs. All cooked perfectly. We were given a nice choice of tables on the bay. Wife had the mud slide cake for dessert. Very yummy. Hard to find solid places to eat in OC. This one has held up quite well. Will be back again!“

“Olena is amazing!!! Busy as she was she still took care of everyone in a very timely fashion. ❤️“

“I highly recommend Yellowfins!!! The crab cakes are out of this world good!!“

“Amazing service and delicious food. It is a must visit every year during our family beach vacation. I highly recommend the hot crab roll and the crab cake! Don’t pass on the chocolate chip cookies either!“

“Best hamburgers at the beach, by far. And the Monday all day burger special makes them even better. Great food, great service.“

“Great Happy Hour specials - big oyster brews - solar polar , hammerhead great beers - oysters , pulled pork and fish and chips on HH menu . Also got the tuna nachos - not to miss . Bartenders friendly and very helpful .“

“The Tide Room at The Shore Beach Club: A Delightful Dining Experience Last evening, we had the pleasure of dining at The Tide Room at The Shore Beach Club in Ocean City, Maryland. Our reservation was for 8:15 PM, and despite potential parking challenges, we found it surprisingly easy to find a spot. The restaurant’s recent remodel is evident as you walk up the stairs into the inviting dining area. Upon arrival, we were promptly greeted at the hostess stand and seated immediately. We appreciated the choice between indoor and outdoor seating, and the variety of seating options available, from semi-circle couches to large arrangements for bigger parties. Our server was attentive from the start, quickly providing us with water, drinks, and menus. After a brief look at the menu, we received a thorough rundown of the evening’s specials. The noise level was perfect, allowing for a pleasant conversation, and the open-air setting provided a comfortable breeze. For appetizers, we chose the crab dip and crab deviled eggs. While both were enjoyable, the crab deviled eggs stood out as the better of the two. I also tried a drink called “Lost in the South,” a refreshing blend of lemon and bourbon that became my favorite part of the evening. For the main course, I opted for the boardwalk fries with a crabcake, a dish labeled as an Eastern Shore Maryland specialty. It was served with tartar sauce and met my expectations with its classic flavors. To finish off the meal, we each selected different desserts. The restaurant’s take on the Maryland Smith Island cake, a cookies and cream version, was a delightful surprise and possibly even better than the traditional version. I highly recommend trying it if it’s available. Overall, The Tide Room offers a wonderful dining experience with excellent service, a comfortable atmosphere, and delicious food. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re in Ocean City.“

“My flounder with a crabcake was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. Highly recommend this little gem in OC.“

“Long time follower first time buyer. Carlos was amazing and helped me get what I needed for my son birthday. Even threw in some extra deals to make his day special. As of writing this i didn’t try them yet but they look amazing. I’m sure I’ll be returning for more sooner than later.“

“I came for dinner and ordered the fresh tuna and it was delicious, cooked perfectly. The cucumber sauce was a nice touch and the vegetables were crisp and not saturated with oils or butter. I would definitely recommend this restaurant, and I will be back.“

“I would like to thank, Harpoon Hannas's for taking outstanding care of our group, Corvette Annapolis stopped and had Lunch. We had two tables and we had 38 people. The service was outstanding, we were able to have separate checks. Harpoon Hannas's we will be back. Thank you for making it so easy for us.“

“Great food, views, cocktails and music“

“5 Stars great drinks if you want the best“

“Shawn is an amazing addition to the staff. He is so friendly and full of personality. If he suggests something off the menu…..ORDER IT! You won’t be disappointed. He was attentive and he made our first visit so fun. We will definitely be back next time we are here on vacation“

“We had a few meals here and the waitstaff was lovely. We had Maddie as a bartender and she was *amazing*. We also enjoyed the male bartender (sorry I forget his name). The male manager, with the short, spiky hair was a little off putting. When I wanted to give a compliment and asked if he was the manager he gave me an attitude. The bartender outside also gave a little attitude at 9 PM. But overall, we enjoyed the food and our time.“

“Food was great. Tuna appetizer was delicious as was the salmon. My only issue was with the espresso martini. It wasn’t cold as you’d expect from being mixed in an ice shaker. Instead of espresso, it seemed more like watered-down coffee was used. It was very watery and did not have a very strong coffee/espresso taste. Reminded me of an iced coffee that sat out too long. Won’t order that again. Also, there were NO prices on the drink menu so we either had to ask about each one or just take a chance it wouldn’t cost too much.“

“We visited the Crab Bag Gift Shop while at the beach last month and the customer service was excellent! They did not have what we needed in our size so the manager,Julie, offered to order and ship it to us. She was extremely helpful and pleasant. The store has a large variety of anything Maryland and of course anything to do with crabs, if you haven't done so already you should definitely check it out! We also ate at the restaurant, and the crabs were some of the best we've ever had.“

“The service and food were equally excellent! One of our new favorite restaurants! The waitress was amazing and knowledgeable and personable.“

“CRABS ARE AWESOME!!! Wish I could have some shipped to me.“

“We love Tailchasers because it’s kid friendly with a great playground and good drinks! Our kids can entertain themselves playing for hours here. Highly recommend for families looking to sit and relax while the kids play!“

“My family and I frequent Bethany Beach each summer and Bethany Blues has become one of our absolute favorites. We typically order carry out but this most recent trip we decided to dine in and I wanted to write this specifically in regards to that experience. Everything was delicious, they were super busy but we still got our food quickly and correctly which is always a plus. The manager for the evening came around when our waiter informed him that someone in our party had a gluten intolerance. The manager came over and was so friendly, and knowledgeable about every item on the menu and exactly which items and sauces contained gluten and which did not. For someone to take this extra time and attention for something that at other restaurants is commonly overlooked meant so much to us, we wanted to be sure to recognize and give credit where credit was due. Thank you and we will absolutely be back on our next trip down! ☺️“

“Been coming here for years (even when it read a tackle shop!) and it's always perfect. Definitely one of my favorite places when I'm in Fenwick Island visiting my parents. The scallops are always the best!!!!“

“Last Friday, my wife and I went to the paradise pub for dinner. I have to say, the service was extremely outstanding. Every time one of the waitresses that past our table , asked if we needed something or if everything was OK. They were all extremely attentive, especially one of the managers Kristen, I believe. I think Paradise pub should be extremely proud of the staff. The food was delicious. My wife loved her cheesesteak, and I enjoyed the flounder pounder, immensely. I highly recommend this place for its fun atmosphere.“