9 Best Seafood Restaurants near Colonial Beach

“If you’re looking for a great place to relax, enjoy amazing food, and soak up the waterfront atmosphere, Dockside Restaurant & Tiki Bar in Colonial Beach is a must-visit. The food is consistently delicious, the drinks are always cold, and the views of the water make every visit feel like a mini vacation. What really sets Dockside apart is the outstanding staff. Emily is absolutely the best! She somehow always knows exactly when we need another drink before we even have to ask. Her friendly personality, attention to detail, and exceptional service make every visit memorable. She goes above and beyond to make sure guests feel welcome and taken care of. Whether you’re stopping in for lunch, dinner, or just drinks by the water, Dockside never disappoints. Great food, great atmosphere, and top-notch service from people like Emily keep us coming back again and again. Highly recommend!“

“Just had the absolutely perfect “Crab Cakes Benedict” at Drift. The portion was appropriate for Ren (my dog) and I to share. Eggs were poached to perfection. English Muffin was toasted and buttered before assembly. Hollandaise Sauce was true…not just gravy! And the Bloody Mary was tall, cold, and 🌶️ spicy. Well done, Robyn!“

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“I dont live near here and gave not been down to Colonial Beach in a long time. I saw the tiktok of this place and decided to swing down and try them. The entrance is in front of the place by the beach on the broad walk. They could use a large sign out back saying the entrance is in the front. The place was busy but not overcrowded. We decided to get seated inside. The place is spacious and clean. The waitress was nice and helpful with the menu. They have a large selection to choose form. The food was good the only complaint would be the baked potato was over done and hard. The fish was great and well seasoned and cooked. The mixed drink was great as well. I will definitely recommend this place to anyone who is thinking about trying it.“

“This establishment is the best take-out in the Colonial Beach area. No kidding, the portions are wicked huge and the food is always delicious. When we order we often end up with another meal later, some of the sandwiches are that loaded! They often have Specials on their menu and their fried seafood is fantastic! I would recommend the Monster Breakfast Sub(also comes in a wrap). It has everything an American would have for a fat breakfast, only stuffed(stuffed) into a sub roll. Out. Of. Control.
I only wish they were open 365“

“The seafood was excellent, the lump crab and blackened rock fish was delicious. The view of the Patomac is a perfect place to enjoy lunch or dinner.“

“Great food and love the outdoor dining! Service is very friendly.“

“Ended up here after several other places had closed their outside seating due to heat and we had our dog. How lucky were we that we were forced to try Scuttlebutt. The food was excellent, the beer options adequate and the service was great. The outside seating area was well shaded and they had several very large fans that kept the air moving and despite the temperature we were comfortable outside. We’re glad we came and we’ll be back.“