Restaurants in Ocean City

“As someone who has vacationed to OC three times. We have never been to a higher end restaurant before and had no idea what to expect. The added 20 percent was a bit confusing but the food was delicious, the staff was amazing and it was a great experience for sure. I definitely didn't expect to spend what we did but it was a once in a lifetime experience for us and it was worth it for sure!”

“Our server, I think her name was Nina, was so sweet and so helpful. We came for our anniversary and she made our first time there a wonderful experience. The food, drinks and service were top notch and the view was just so amazing! We will definitely be back!”

“Best Crabs in OC! I said what I said! I love this place in spring or summer never disappoints!”

“Cabanas has an amazing fun vibe and great food. The owners and staff always go out of their way to welcome you with unsurpassed service. Love Cabanas Beach Bar & Grille.”

“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.”

“Jesse was THE MAN!!! What a cool dude. Very welcoming, genuine and accommodating!

The scallops, and tuna Asian style broth dish were absolutely fantastic!

Also, huge brownie points for loving on our pooch as much as we do! Pup cups, dog bowls and a lot of compliments from staff about the beauty of our boxer!

12/10 would recommend!”

“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!!”

“The deli man is as awesome as his videos. We had the best sandwich ever”

“Dog friendly and great food. Friendly and fun atmosphere. Owner personally greeted us with biscuits for our dog Skillet.”

“Super good experience… Great service! Great food! A great variety of taste that I have not had it other similar venues. Yesterday I was my first time But will certainly not be my last”

“Definitely recommend trying this place. We had the filet tenders over pasta and the seared scallops with vegetables. Both dishes were amazing!”

“This place reminds me of my mom’s cooking! 🎉🥰 loveeee”

“Really great burritos, generous portions If you’re in Ocean City and you love Mexican food this is a spot you don’t wanna miss 🔥❤️”

“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!”

“10/10 period. Great sushi, great server and great people. All around a satisfying experience. Call ahead for reservations because it's a small eatery and tables/bar seating go fast!”

“The portions are great! Loved the interior! Reservation for 7 no problem getting one on a Saturday night. Service was first class!”

“I had my first delicious experience this past weekend, and ohhhhh my goodness, your chicken kabobs are FABULOUS!!! Tender, juicy and full of flavor!! 😋🫶”

“The food was great as well as the service from beginning to end. Martin was our server and he was so kind and patient. His mannerisms and service was impeccable. We definitely more people like him. Will definitely be back!! Me and my family enjoyed everything.”

“Went tonight for a fabulous dinner. This is the second time in a month that I brought different groups of ladies that I do needlework with, both times I’ve had the same waitress Jen G. She was absolutely fabulous to work with, friendly and professional. I highly recommend if you get here to ask for her.”

“Hands down the BEST Italian meal we’ve ever had. We had Mozzarella in Carrozza, so delicious. My husband is a self-proclaimed veal snob and he said the veal Marsala was absolutely the best he’s had (and he’s had a lot fro over!) I had the Tagliatelle alla Bolognese. The pasta was clearly made fresh and cooked perfectly. The bolognese was so flavorful but not heavy. Portions are refreshingly sized appropriately and so completely satisfying. Generally we’re not dessert eaters, mostly due to being overfilled by oversized portions. Ordering dessert from Ristorante Antipasti was a forgone conclusion. I don’t know which was better, the Chocolate Lover’s cake or the Vanilla Butter Cake. Been coming to Ocean City for years and this was our first visit to this restaurant and now tops the list of favorites. Loved everything about it, atmosphere was relaxed but elegant, met the owner who was delightful and appreciative. Highly recommend!!”

“We love stopping here. Great staff, fun atmosphere & tasty food. Our favorite location is on the boardwalk so you can still enjoy the beach weather while dinning. The staff really makes this place in my opinion. Its a must stop bar/restaurant when we are in town. Monster margarita is just that and the burritos are HUGE. Thanks Guidos Burritos !”

“Good food, reasonable prices. You have to make a reservation for dinner. They only open for breakfast and dinner. It is closed for lunch.”

“We were an hour late with our reservation, but they still let us come; even though they were closing in a half hour. Food and service were excellent! We’ll definitely be back next time we come down to OC!!”

“On Monday, August 4th, we had a party of 18 for light fare dining and drinks. Our server, Nikki, was exceptional. Professional, accommodating, super nice and was so efficient. Our food was delivered timely and everyone was pleased with the quality and temperature of the menu items ordered. Not an easy task for such a large party and on a very busy night. Drinks orders were also served timely and were delicious. Thank you Thomas, Nikki and staff for a wonderful evening.”

“Excellent tacos, fajitas, burritos and margaritas! Quick service, friendly knowledgeable staff. This is officially on our list for our annual trip as a “must go!” spot!”

“Fantastic view, great bartenders, excellent food, music is always good! Johnny and the kitchen crew do not dissapoint. Nice to see an old hang out turn into something bigger and better. Shout out to the Harrison Group for this one. 💪”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I cannot say enough amazing things about Fishtails! My son and his father recently ate here while visiting Ocean City, and after he came back home to St. Mary’s County, we realized his phone had been left behind. When I called the restaurant, not only did they confirm they had it, but the manager, Johnny, immediately offered to send it back to us. He asked for my address and shipped it straight to our home — no charge, no hassle, no questions asked. In a world where good customer service is hard to find, this went above and beyond anything I could have expected. This level of kindness, honesty, and genuine care for customers is rare, and it speaks volumes about the type of people who run this restaurant. Even though we live hours away, they treated us like locals and family. Thank you so much, Johnny and the team at Fishtails, for going the extra mile — you’ve earned a lifelong fan in me, and we’ll be sure to visit every time we’re back in Ocean City. 🌊🐟💙 From my son: “I really enjoyed my time at fish tales,the food is great,service is also great,and I even left my phone there 4 hours away and they shipped it without any trouble. This is a really a good place, I would 100% recommend!! “”

“Excellent! Just like I remembered from growing up in Miami. perfection.”

“Standard Chinese takeout but the food is amazing. The fried food did not taste greasy or like it was in old oil and the lo mien was perfect! It was not over saturated with random veggies.

I saw a review that said cash only but I was given the option to use a card.

I’ll def be back on my next trip when in the area”

“Great food...great service ... great atmosphere”

“Food has always been good here. We sat on Bar side today. Waitress was excellent”

“Workers should go up north to learn how to move their butts, 12 minutes for a coffee and a wrap is a bit ridiculous alot of employees and it wasn't even that busy”

“Great coffee and Cinnabons and much more great service”

“Had a mom-daughter date tonight and we loved everything right down to the fantastic service (thank you, Juliana!). I have been coming here for many years and it honestly never disappoints, but I had to take the time to post a recommendation- particularly since Juliana provided such good service.”

“Our server, Madison, took on our large party of 14 for a special occasion. From start to finish she made sure the details were seen to despite a full restaurant and a hiccup in seating. She carefully orchestrated each person's meal down to last minute changes and boxed desserts to go. She turned what could've been a disastrous evening into a wonderful and smooth dinner party. Many of our party had never tried Carrabba's and left excited to visit again. Thank you Madison and staff!”

“If you haven’t tried this place yet you are missing out! The smash burger tacos were 🔥🔥 and my wife was talking about the Chicken Caesar sandwich all day. Food is A+ and the service was incredible as well. Very friendly. Can’t wait to return”

“It's always a challenge going out for a bite to eat in OC in the off season as you never know what you are going to get. After reading reviews and looking at menus, I decided to check out Liquid Assets and what a great decision that turned out to be. Walking in alone, I was quickly greeted by Kyle and Joe at the bar and directed to an open seat at the bar. After a brief run down of the drink offerings, I asked for a beer and they recommended a local brew that did not disappoint. Before I had a chance to look at the menu, Kyle brought over a specials menu which was both amazing and overwhelming, and this was just the special menu, as the regular menu pretty much covered every palette imaginable. Interested in the 2 fish options, I asked Kyle for his recommendation and without hesitation, he suggested the Pan Seared Monkfish with which I went and He was not wrong. It came out beautifully presented and was probably the best fish dish I've experienced. Alrhough the fish was cooked perfectly, the star of the dish was how it was presented and everything else it was served with. I went out with an open mind and I was wowed by the experience. Rare do you find stellar staff and 5 star meals but on April 7th, 2025, I did in a town full of less than stellar options. Thanks to locals who care about what they do and who they work for and to Liquid Assets for making OC MD better. cheers.”

“Expected touristy, but the crew is Italian and the food was authentic and absolutely delicious. 10/10”

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

“Their donuts are the best and the strawberry lemonade was delicious.”

“I had the eggplant Parmesan and it was hands down a 10! I'm Italian and picky about sauce and this dish was delicious . Also had the strawberry mojito which was fantastic. Definitely recommend this restaurant!”

“I had the best fish dinner at the Bull. Blackened Red Snapper on top of a fresh quality salad!”

“We come to Hoopers every year for bike week and summer vacation and we’re never disappointed. Love the food, the view and the people.”

“we were in town for a music festival and decided to try happy jack. the food was delicious and the service fantastic. even the kids enjoyed it and my kids are picky they asked if we could go to happy jack every time we are in town. we we again the next day and the server remembered us. remembered what we orded and the kids names. Jenny L made the girls day by remembering them and the color straws they wanted. reminded us of our favorite breakfast place at home. delicious food amazing service and great atmosphere. Definitely recommend and definitely will be back next time we are in town”

“Disappointing Experience Unfortunately, this place did not meet expectations. The portions were very small for the high price, and to make matters worse, no sauces are included—you have to pay $2.50 for each one! I won’t be returning. The value just isn’t there. On top of that, when I shared my feedback, the owner was confrontational and dismissive instead of listening and taking my concerns seriously. To make things worse, other employees appeared to be laughing at me or the situation, which is just plain disrespectful and disgusting. As for the food—it was bland and just not good. The rice was the first thing I tried, and it was bad right away. I followed that with a small bite of chicken, hoping it might be better, but it was also completely lacking in flavor. I couldn’t eat any more after that. Overall, not a good experience. It’s genuinely baffling how this place has a 4.7-star rating on Google Reviews. There’s only one other supposed kabob restaurant in Ocean City, so maybe that’s the only reason this place is rated so highly—but it certainly isn’t because of the quality or service.”

“great food and smoothies in a chill atmosphere!”

“Rhino Chasers, Ahi Guac, Vermicious Knid pizza. Would I recommend. Absolutely. So good. The portions are generous. We finished the fries and gauc, and could only down one slice of pizza. So full. And the happy hour Sangria was wonderful as well. Glad I finally got to try this place. Go early for immediate seating.”

“We were only there for breakfast but it was the best breakfast we had all week for sure! Service was great as well ! Highly recommend”

“One of my favorite and have to go places when I’m in ocean city. Best service, amazing food and the absolute best waffles! I would wait all day for a seat. That’s how good the food is.”

“We had a great meal and specialty coffees. So glad we stopped in. The staff is super kind and helpful.”

“We had a very nice experience at PSI. Our waitress was attentive and professional. The first courses were great, stone fruit salad was delicious and oysters were as well. Main courses were also very good although my filet was only cooked the way I had asked (medium) on one half and was medium rare on the other half. I gave that part to my husband. The PBJ dessert was ok, and the white chocolate bread putting was insanely good. It's a tiny bit overpriced for what it is but we would go back again.”

“We ordered dinner from here when we were on a vacation in Ocean City. We got Chicken teriyaki, Tofu teriyaki and Boom Chi-King bowls. The food was fresh and flavorful. The staff was very pleasant and friendly. The restaurant itself was very clean and they make the food to order in their open kitchen. Highly recommend this place.”

“Great Food and.Awesome Service ‼️”

“Wife and I ate here for the first time today and we absolutely loved it. Krissi our waitress was great, the food was delicious and the portions were huge. Can’t wait to bring our daughter.”

“We went 3/31/2025 had great food and drinks and a superb service would recommend to go their”

“So happy we stopped in for the first time leaving our place in OC. The food was awesome and the service. we will return soon”

“Every year when we go to the beach we get Dumser’s Ice Cream at least 3 times. Best ice cream ever!”

“Start to finish all the food and dessert were excellent. The staff especially Marisa were great. I will be back for sure. Before I left I already recommended to several friends.”

“amazing pizza! 10/10 def recommend this place!”

“Great atmosphere. Amazing crushes. We did not have the usual great service our last visit, but I chalk that up to “new summer help.” The blackened scallops w/ crab imperial is delicious.”

“In from Pittsburgh on vacation. Food was incredible and the staff was a little hard to understand but very attentive and the place just rocked it out.”

“We saw the 4 and a half stars and had to come. We give it a 5! BBQ wings are delicious! 18” Chicken bacon ranch pizza had lots of cheese and was wonderful. Out of the 8 pieces, we took 4 home. We will be back!”

“food is amazing and service is great!! pool is heated as well and sun hits perfect on it!”

“Every year when we come to ocean city for vacation, this is the first place we get food from. The chicken wings are my favorite, and the pizza is good too. I hate having to wait a whole year to be able to get their wings again😅”

“My better half and I walked into what we thought would be a just another diner…but we were greatly surprised! I loved the laidback atmosphere, friendly staff, especially our server, Muhammad. We arrived early enough in the morning so we had plenty of seats to choose from. We shared a golden yolk, avocado toast platter and my better half add a cleansing smoothie. The platter itself was massive as it had four eggs on top of avocado and delicious sourdough bread. What a wonderful place! We definitely will be coming back here the next time we stay in Ocean City.”

“Absolutely delicious food, extremely wonderful staff. The Best place in Ocean City”

“I had the best taco salad today!!! And the guacamole is to die for!! Margarita’s delicious no orange juice. Thank you Mario 😊”

“Sorry we were very disappointed the crust was so wet … couldn’t eat it way too much heavy”

“Say it with me “ah-sign-ee” Pablo’s is a MUST when in OC.”

“My husband and I had a great breakfast experience, just a few minutes ago!! Great food - not a bunch of hoity-toity “foodie” fare - just simple dishes, sides, and combos that are prepared perfectly. Sahara Cafe is, now, on our “must visit” list! Staff is very friendly and super efficient. The cafe is homey and traditional, reminiscent of restaurants from my youth - that great diner feeling. Let’s talk about that giant cup o’ Joe… delicious, hot, and the size of a “FRIENDS” cup!! What?! Not having to wait for multiple refills?! That’s right. Not that you’d have to wait because their servers are very attentive and accommodating. Five stars, for sure! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Every year when we come to ocean city for vacation, this is the first place we get food from. The chicken wings are my favorite, and the pizza is good too. I hate having to wait a whole year to be able to get their wings again😅”

“Awesome!!! Very good food, cheese steak loaded and delicious. My wife got a gyro, delicious and certainly not stingy on the meat. Was very loaded! Will definitely get from here again ?”

“I didn’t rate the food b/c all we ordered was coffee. We are regulars here b/c they have the best coffee in town! But today they were PACKED - line out the door. When it was my turn I ordered my drink- it came out cold- I asked if could be warmed up- the barista said no WITH A HUGE SMILE (again this place was packed!) and said “I would be glad to make you a new one - extra hot”. That folks is Customer Service- great job Rise Up and to the young lady barista - you were awesome!!!!”

“Great food and great service .. breakfast highly recommend.. Alex is the man !!”

“Right next to fagers to see my cover band very convenient”

“I got a strawberry rolled ice cream with whip and it was pretty good I would get this again

Dietary restrictions: They have there own gluten free ice cream plate thing and they can help look for stuff in ingredients for you if u ask”

“We had a great meal and specialty coffees. So glad we stopped in. The staff is super kind and helpful.”

“It was a great experience at OC chopsticks, Asian Bristo”

“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!”

“If you haven't tried the crab dip your missing out on a great appetizer. The chips that are with it are also very good. Today the steamed shrimp was awesome. Easy to eat flavor point on and amazing. Good job Shrimp boys.”

“This is my favorite restaurant in the entire United States. I’m a career bodyguard who has been in the security sector for 13 years. I’ve been to close to all 50 US states and this restaurant tops the list! Kurt the Manager is one of the best humans you could ever encounter in your lifetime! Bodyguard for Muhammad Ali’s Wife - Adriano “Bubba” Almony”

“Our go-to when in town!! seated quickly. Coffee came quickly and we were not rushed to order. We had a cheese Danish ($3.99) to start. Then "eye opener" w/ meat (2 eggs over, home fries, and a ton of bacon!) $14.99. I had the creamed chip beef w/ home fries $14.99. Both servings of home fries and of bacon were very generous!! Dryden, our server, checked on us regularly and kept our coffee hot and full. Food came fast, hot and well presented. Out total bill, before tax and tip was $40.94 for to full tummies!!!! We took a carry-out box with a muffin, home fries and bacon home!”

“I was coming off the beach and wasn’t feeling well a young lady on vacation with her family stopped to help me. We got to the steps of Lennys and asked them to get me some water. The sweetest waitress helped me to the bathroom and offered to wait for me. Your guest waited at the foot of the steps and watched my belongings. I didn’t catch either of their names and other staff could have been involved I was pretty dizzy and not feeling well at all. I just want you to know how awesome your staff is and will always be thankful. I live in NC and visit my mother here every summer and will continue to visit Lennys yearly. This happened today Aug 23, 2022 3-4 pm. Thank you again to the sweetest, kindest waitress!”

“The absolute best breakfast reastrant in ocean city maryland!!! Its amazing when you find the reastrant owner evan more amazing than the food!!! Rodney”

“I used to hang out with leo in the early 80 he was a cool good looing guy very smart.Sadly leo passed away in the 90s he was just setting up his medical practice.I have not been there in a long time but they always had a good economical breakfast.....His parents were still there when i visited last. Ocean city was undeveloped back then. You should have seen it.”

“We were staying a few blocks away and found this place while walking the avenue. We went the night before leaving OC and were sorry we hadn't found it sooner or else we would have been back. The place was busy for a Saturday night, and we went about 5pm and were able to take advantage of the happy hour until 6pm. We were seated upstairs right away and had drinks and appetizers to start. the entrees came shortly after, and all was good! The server (Tenijah) was great! She had a great personality, a nice smile and checked on us the whole time we were there. She actually told us that she had only been there a couple of weeks, which we found hard to believe because she was excellent. She also told us that you are open all year .We will definitely be back.”

“Great food...great service ... great atmosphere”

“We went 3/31/2025 had great food and drinks and a superb service would recommend to go their”

“My better half and I walked into what we thought would be a just another diner…but we were greatly surprised! I loved the laidback atmosphere, friendly staff, especially our server, Muhammad. We arrived early enough in the morning so we had plenty of seats to choose from. We shared a golden yolk, avocado toast platter and my better half add a cleansing smoothie. The platter itself was massive as it had four eggs on top of avocado and delicious sourdough bread. What a wonderful place! We definitely will be coming back here the next time we stay in Ocean City.”

“Sofia's Italian Restaurant went above and beyond to make my surprise after-hours office get-together unforgettable. Sofia herself was an absolute delight, ensuring everything went smoothly and that we had a wonderful time. The food was incredible! The white clam sauce pizza was a standout—perfectly cooked, with a unique blend of flavors that left everyone raving. We also tried several other items off the appetizer menu, and each dish was fresh and flavorful. The warm hospitality and attention to detail truly set this place apart. If you're looking for great food and service with a personal touch, Sofia's Italia Restaurant is a must-visit! Thank you, Sofia, for making the evening so special. From your friends at RE/MAX Advantage Realty!”

“Captain Kerry and his entire family and staff are super friendly,and know their business. Always look forward to picking up their fresh seafood. Captain Kerry is around with a smile and to lend a hand to carry something and have a chat. My all time favorite place for fresh, fairly priced.”

“I had the best taco salad today!!! And the guacamole is to die for!! Margarita’s delicious no orange juice. Thank you Mario 😊”

“First time here. We loved the options and the clean atmosphere. Our server was great!! Some of the food was cold and the oysters were a bit stuck. It was oils be great if the crab legs were endless. But all in all we will be back and we enjoyed ourselves.”

“Dog friendly and great food. Friendly and fun atmosphere. Owner personally greeted us with biscuits for our dog Skillet.”

“The food and service were great!”

“one of best burgers and fries ever”

“We went 3/31/2025 had great food and drinks and a superb service would recommend to go their”

“One of my favorite and have to go places when I’m in ocean city. Best service, amazing food and the absolute best waffles! I would wait all day for a seat. That’s how good the food is.”

“Excellent tacos, fajitas, burritos and margaritas! Quick service, friendly knowledgeable staff. This is officially on our list for our annual trip as a “must go!” spot!”

“Fast, friendly service. Pizza was great!”

“amazing pizza! 10/10 def recommend this place!”

“Had a mom-daughter date tonight and we loved everything right down to the fantastic service (thank you, Juliana!). I have been coming here for many years and it honestly never disappoints, but I had to take the time to post a recommendation- particularly since Juliana provided such good service.”

“In from Pittsburgh on vacation. Food was incredible and the staff was a little hard to understand but very attentive and the place just rocked it out.”

“If you haven’t tried this place yet you are missing out! The smash burger tacos were 🔥🔥 and my wife was talking about the Chicken Caesar sandwich all day. Food is A+ and the service was incredible as well. Very friendly. Can’t wait to return”

“The service was good. Cameron did a great job. crabs was as good as can be expected for this time of year. They even tolerated us there past closing(sorry about that you all)”

“we were in town for a music festival and decided to try happy jack. the food was delicious and the service fantastic. even the kids enjoyed it and my kids are picky they asked if we could go to happy jack every time we are in town. we we again the next day and the server remembered us. remembered what we orded and the kids names. Jenny L made the girls day by remembering them and the color straws they wanted. reminded us of our favorite breakfast place at home. delicious food amazing service and great atmosphere. Definitely recommend and definitely will be back next time we are in town”

“There is a good variety of crepes. Service is quick.”

“the drinks were spectacular food is better than 90% you can find on the boards everything is homeade. and the flavor and quality is definitely there to back it up great atmosphere friendly staff”

“Tracey was an amazing bartender! she was welcoming and so much fun. I'll definitely be back!”