34 Best Seafood Restaurants in Annapolis

“If you are looking for a variety of good food and excellent seafood the Boatyard Bar and Grill is a wonderful location to dine.Parking: Friday night is a busy time to find parking. Parking is street parking only, there is no private parking or a parking garage.“

“Kudos to Carroll’s Creek for a superb wine dinner last evening. The food was so delicious, service was impeccable and was accompanied by great Argentinian wines. We always have really good meals here, but the dinner last evening was outstanding in every way. Thank you to the sommelier, chef, kitchen staff, and servers who made for such an enjoyable evening.“

“We had a delicious meal at Luna Blu. The burrata appetizer is excellent and a large portion. Each of us had pasta. Mine was the gluten free Pasta Genovese, with pesto and added Italian sausage. It was outstanding. Our server was very helpful and attentive to our needs. Highly recommended“

“We came in around 8, so I expected to get rushed service. Boy was I wrong, Jake was amazing! He gave great recommendations (pecan encrusted salmon phenomenal btw) and he knew his menu up and down. The kitchen did amazing food was piping hot and fresh. Usually it’s hard to get great service now a days but this was such a pleasant visit. Will definitely be back, thanks again Jake!!“

“I wanted to stay in Annapolis but wasn't quite sure what I wanted to eat. Did a quick search and found this delight of a place. I was able to make reservations on the same day (Saturday) My wife and I arrived and were quickly seated. The restaurant has a nice intimate feel however this place was jumping. Tons of people inside with everyone having a good time. Our waitress was sweet. Made good suggestions and was very attentive. For starters we ordered the Crispy Calamri while my wife had a lemon drop for a drink. The Clamari was in fact crispy. Very solid crunch. The marinara sauce was PIPING hot. Good start to our dinner. The lemon drop was a good mix of alcohol and juice. They provide you the cup along with the remainder on the side. BIG TIME PLUS. For Dinner, I was starving. I ordered the Steak N Fries, along with the Rockfish and Not your Ordinary Mac & Cheese. The steak was delicious! Nice and juicy. Cooks to perfection. Fries were crispy. The Fish was tasty and the mashed potatoes were GREAT!!! The Mac & Cheese is definitely not ordinary. There was a tangy taste that I could do without. It was missing something but the rest of my food was so good I could easily overcook it. My wife ordered the Steak Brazil with mashed Potatoes & Broccoli. She also enjoyed her food. Broccoli was fresh. Mashed Potatoes were delicious. She preferred the filet cooked a little more but still ate them. I'd happily come back and plan on returning to J. Alexander. It was a great time. Great service, Wonderful atmosphere, and good food. I enjoyed myself.“

“The ingredients are very fresh!This is the first time I have eaten oysters that are not salty. The oysters have no fishy smell and are paired with sauce. Even if you don’t dare to eat oysters, they are worth trying. They are very refreshing.There are also some fried oysters, which add more aroma of oil compared to raw ones. The light seasoning also brings out the umami flavor of the ingredients. I like it very much?“

“We apparently came on a bar crawl night but we still got seated for dinner immediately. Our server, Brooke, was great. She gave us time to ask questions and read through the menu/drinks. We ordered a calamari appetizer, chicken Riesling and crab cake dinner. All was great and my husband said the crab cake was one of the best he ever ate. My chicken had a creamier sauce with mushrooms and bacon. Very tasty! For dessert we had the special Bailey's cheesecake. It was topped with a thick piece of chocolate (not my favorite) but the creamy center was delicious. It was extremely loud but beyond that the food was good!“

“So happy that SOB is back and better than ever. The oysters are hands down the best in town. Lobster was great, but my favorites are still the octopus and smoked fish dip- waited 2 years and it was worth it. Best staff, great vibe, best restaurant in Annapolis.“

“Great riverside view. Very nicely seasoned blue crabs. I would say we expected better of the Lump Crabcake Platter. The crabcakes were a bit small for the $50 price, especially when compared to the size at Chick and Ruth's Deli, and the sides were just okay. However, I did like how the crab cakes had the orange roe from the crabs, and the taste was excellent.Other than that, good service even though it's a very busy place. We were given a 30 min wait at around 3pm on a Sunday. However, we were seated within 15 min and were very pleased. It took us a bit for someone to come to our table initially, but after that, we were tended to frequently.“

“This is about a take out order so I understand I didn't get the full Memo's experience. Service was quick and polite. The food was ready when I got there. Once at home the food just didn't have much flavor. My fish still had bones in it. Appetizer was disappointing. I probably won't go back again.“

“Been here a few times now and it never disappoints! We’ve only ever gotten the Bar Harbor rolls and I think $25 is a totally fair price for the amount of meat and quality. The rolls are very tasty and the staff are friendly! Of course this isn’t the same as an actual lobster roll from Maine but it also isn’t the same price nor do you have to go the distance. I will continue coming here, this place is great!!“

“This was my first time timing despite living in Annapolis for years. We never went because of negative reviews we had heard from a family member. I am glad we gave it a try because it was an amazing dinner date night. The ambiance / decor is beautiful, tables aren’t too close together, we were very comfortable sitting by a window. Our server was incredibly attentive and I even complimented him at the end of the night for his great service! As for the food we literally ate ever single bite - we started with bread service then apps we ordered the buffalo fried oyster - they were amazing. Dinner I ordered crabcakes and my husband ordered a lobster special. See my pictures for how beautiful the presentation was and it was delicious!!! Overall A+ date night and I would return!!“

“AMAZING!! We had AZTK cater our NYE party and the food was outstanding and the service was even better! They were super efficient and professional start to finish! Very accommodating and supportive through the process is making selections etc. We ordered and picked up food for our event the same week! No issues! I would highly recommend using them for a party or any event!“

“We went to Severn inn for the first time a few weeks ago. This place is spectacular. Best water views in Anne Arundel county. The food is amazing. Lauren our server was the sweetest and provided excellent service. We have no reason to go anywhere else for meals anymore. Severn inn is by far the best restaurant in the area.“

“The food was excellent. The server was very friendly and attentive.The only issue was the wait for the beautifully crafted cocktails. They need a 2nd bartender. We were there early and it wasn't crowded but still had quite a wait on our drinks.“

“Della Notte performed a miracle this Saturday at my retirement party. The Caterer that I had hired originally did not show up for the event I had to find someone last minute. We go there all the time and love their food. I called them up and within two hours they were they catering my event. I could not have been so thankful for their response, understanding for the situation, and just their ability to be flexible. The food was amazing as always their service was impeccable and it just shows how they really support our community here in the Cape. They brought me to tears and it made my event so much more special. They will have a place in my heart for what they did to help. 10/10“

“This fun quirky restaurant is just my style. I was staying at a nearby cabin for the weekend, and the owners recommended it Perfect for breakfast with a warm and friendly staff. I highly recommend the pancakes they even offer smaller sized portions of everything! It is important to know that this is a counter seating restaurant (no table service). The unique seating and ordering system may throw off some people, but I actually really enjoyed it. Coffee is help yourself so you can pick your own mug and your own flavor of coffee. Impressed me most was the friendliness and efficiency of the staff. When the couple behind me left the restaurant, it took less than 30 seconds for the crew to clear their table and clean it for the next patron. This is definitely my new local favorite“

“The teriyaki salmon blew my mind. I have never had a flavor stop me mid first bite and active a new taste buds. I can't explain how fantastic all the food here was. By far the best Sushi I have ever had in my life, let alone the single best piece of Salmon I have ever had. I live an hour away from this place and would 100% drive an hour again to eat here!!!“

“I love having breakfast in this place, a very American atmosphere, the food and menu are super good and a lot to choose from, the desserts are delicious, the service from the moment you enter the restaurant greets you and seating you quickly, which I love because there are places where they don't care that you are standing there waiting and the service at your table is excellent. In my experience visiting other places for breakfast this place is great. We live in Upper Marlboro and don't mind driving to Annapolis to eat and feel good. So Great Job Double T Diner. Wheelchair accessibility: Yesss.“

“We come here about once a year and this time was especially excellent. Jayden (sorry if I’m misspelling that) was our server and he was fantastic. Attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, willing to request a particular old fashioned from the bar (as in, I asked for a specific ratio), truly a great experience. As usual, the food and atmosphere was excellent. Definitely try the Smith Island cake; we hadn’t before and we’ve been missing out! Plus it *is* the official state cake of Maryland.“

“We can’t remember the last time we went out and everything was amazing. But it happened last night! From start to finish our experience at Chart House was fantastic. Our server, Benjamin, was attentive and charming. Our food was so delicious, especially the whole branzino. And lest we forget the “made in house” mint chocolate chip ice cream!!! We will definitely be back!“

“Had the rib basket from the Restaurant week menu. Was surprised it was a whole rack of ribs!!! And they were fall off the bone tender!!! Not much flavor tho.Parking: We parked at the garage on Gorman Street, walking distance to the restaurant.Wheelchair accessibility: You have to call ahead for elevator service.“

“We just had a wonderful meal at The Market House. The staff were all cheerful and attentive. We had the Steak/cheese sandwich, lobster/avocado board, jambalaya, and fish n chips. All dinners received high marks. We ate outside beside heaters and were very comfortable. The whole place has a great vibe!“

“Golden Dragon is my favorite Chinese place in Annapolis. So far I’ve had sesame chicken, general chicken, and shrimp lo mein. Everything has been so good each time and I’ve never had a problem with pickup or DoorDash. I’m definitely a loyal customer now!“

“I took a group of 25 here for a work dinner. We did family style and shared plates. All of the food was excellent. We arrived by boat, which was super easy. Devon was great to plan the event with. I can’t say anything negative! We’ll be back!“

“Great food and service in the ambience of a Parisian brasserie. Wine specials included a bottle of Sancerre Rouge at a really good price point. The charcuterie board is a classic French appetizer with authentic French bread. Our entrees were the roast half chicken & frites and the sautéed veal with mushrooms in calvados. The chicken was fall off the bone tender and the frites, well there's a reason we call them French fries. The veal was likewise so tender and dressed in the calvados sauce. Rich and velvety with a side of potatoes and onions. Carmel was our attentive and efficient server. Food, service, ambience...as they might say in France, “Parfait”!“

“Love this buffet. They have a decent Sushi bar. I didn't try the hibachi. There's a wide assortment of Asian and American food. They have crayfish, prawns, crawdads (whatever you want to call them). A great selection. Dessert items are good but unremarkable. (They turned off the soft server about 45 minutes before closing). Seating is ample and spacious and drinks never stayed empty for more than a minute or two. Price is about what you'd expect. Will go again.“

“Pit Boys catered a large birthday for us recently and the entire process was perfect from start to finish. We met with Marla and her team to go over our food selections, were offered great suggestions in areas we hadn't quite nailed down, and they took care of our beverages, the bartender, and our large birthday cake. It made our party planning a breeze. The day of the event, they showed up on time and their delicious food ready and displayed nicely when the doors opened for our guests. The bartender was great, always smiling, and very friendly. When it was time to clean up, the crew was together again packaging leftovers of food and beverages for us to take home, cleaning their work areas, and making sure we didn't need any further assistance with anything. I and my co-hosts would definitely recommend for your catering needs as well as for their dine in. The service was topnotch and our guests raved about how delicious the food was.“

“Great hibachi experience. Restaurant is clean and well decorated. Staff is attentive and friendly. Hibachi chef was great and entertaining. Restaurant is great for dates or family nights.Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly. Chef played up to kids, making sure they had a great time.Wheelchair accessibility: Is wheelchair accessible.“

“Incredible all around!! The food was fabulous. The bloody Mary's were perfectly done. The crab avocado eggs Benedict is a must. The crab and lobster grilled cheese is divine. We ended up eating here 3 times in our 2 day stay. Luv sitting outside by the firepits.“

“We had a great time here! Friends deciding to grab a bite to eat and walk around Annapolis. My favorite item was the shrimp shooter because they're tasty and fun to eat! The rock fish, prime rib eye, and burger were all good. For appetizers, you can go wrong with the oysters, oyster shooters, crab dip or crab “

“Great waterfront restaurant in Annapolis. They offer indoor & outdoor seating which includes waterfront rooftop dining with a great view. For starters, we had cream of crab soup and shrimp cerviche. The soup was tasty, but a little on the salty side. It was nice and creamy but didn't have any lump crab meat in it, but was still really tasty. The shrimp cerviche was really light and full of flavor. The only thing that would've made it better would be a few more chips. The chips to cerviche ratio was way off. They charge an additional $5 for more chips, which I thought was ridiculous. The soft shell crab was really good, it's served BLT style. The crab cake was really good and full of flavor as was the lobster roll. The cheesecake was a yummy birthday surprise! The true colors cocktail was light and refreshing! Our waitress was very informed about everything on the menu and offered great service. The overall experience was really nice. I'll be returning to sit outside to enjoy some nice weather and a great view...and some other menu items.“

“You gotta hear me out.. If you are from this area- you are familiar with this place as a cool fun bar in the middle of downtown Annapolis- can get wild on DJ night. BUT THEY HAVE AN UPSTAIRS Private Banquet area that is UNBELIEVABLE. We had a rehearsal dinner here and it was AMAZING- the facility had private bar area, beautiful fireplace dining room- looked like something from Europe or Colonial Williamsburg. The catering staff was outstanding- from the general manager, Salomon- to all the bartenders and waitstaff- they helped us plan and then pull off an amazing event. Could not recommend more highly- so grateful to O'Brien's for providing a perfect venue and memorable event to our family.“