When you’re looking for somewhere to grab a bite to eat, Maryland has thousands of restaurants to choose from. Sometimes though, we crave a different experience. No chains, no ho-hum, but an experience that cannot be replicated. These seven unique restaurants in Maryland are worth a trip because they’re unlike any other.

1. Papermoon Diner, Baltimore
227 W 29th St, Baltimore, MD 21211, USA
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As if the outside of this Baltimore restaurant wasn't quirky enough, wait til you go inside and eat alongside mannequins, doll parts, and action figures - oh my! For more information, check out the Papermoon website.
2. Mutiny Pirate Bar & Island Grille, Glen Burnie
33 Magothy Beach Rd, Pasadena, MD 21122, USA
Mutiny Scratch Kitchen & Fresh Bar - Pasadena / Facebook
Argh! This restaurant is the perfect place to bring your mateys and devour a burger with rum. Find out more about the booty at the website for MutinyScratch Kitchen and Fresh Bar.
3. Founders Tavern & Grille, Pasadena
Pasadena Plaza Shopping Center, 8125 Ritchie Hwy, Pasadena, MD 21122, USA
Founders Tavern & Grille / Facebook
This restaurant gives a nod to America's founding fathers while still remaining modern and fun. Such a unique concept. For more information, head on over to the Founder's website.

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4. Nacho Mama's, Canton
2907 O'Donnell St, Baltimore, MD 21224, USA
Nacho Mama's (Canton, MD) / Facebook
From the outside, Nacho Mama's may not appear special. Take a step inside however and try their famous margarita straight out of a hub cap! Yes. Really. If you're curious to learn more, be sure to check out the Nacho Mama's website.
5. Crabtowne USA, Glen Burnie
1500 Crain Hwy S, Glen Burnie, MD 21061, USA
Crabtowne USA Inc. / Facebook
Crabtowne has a regular restaurant situated inside, and a whole other room full of vintage arcade games. Steamed crabs and Pac-Man? Yes, please! Find all the details on the Crabtowne USA website.
6. Toby's Dinner Theatre, Columbia
5900 Symphony Woods Rd, Columbia, MD 21044, USA
Toby's Dinner Theatre / Facebook
Is there anything better than dinner and a show? In our humble opinion, nobody does it better than Toby's. To learn more about making your reservation, be sure to check out the Toby's website.
7. Seacrets, Ocean City
117 49th St, Ocean City, MD 21842, USA
Ryan Crierie / Flickr
No list of unique restaurants in Maryland is complete without Seacrets. A lot of places have waterfront dining but only Seacrets has in-water dining. Just make sure to order those fries with a side of sunscreen. Be sure to check out the Seacrets website.

Have you dined at any of these places? Are there any other unique restaurants in Maryland you’d add to the list? Feel free to share in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you! Do you know of any other one-of-a-kind eateries that belong on our radar? You can tell us all about them by filling out a nomination form.

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What are some of the most famous restaurants in Maryland?

Here in Maryland, people take dining pretty seriously. As you probably gathered from reading the list of the most unique restaurants in Maryland, there's no shortage of one-of-a-kind places to dine around here. If you're looking to experience some of the state's most famous restaurants, we have a few more places to add to your dining itinerary. You'll probably want to make a reservation when you plan to dine at any of the following establishments:

  • Charleston
  • Mama's On The Half Shell
  • Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls
  • Nick's Fish House
  • The Capital Grille
  • Boatyard Bar & Grill
  • Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
  • Gertrude's
  • Koco's Pub
  • Magdalena Restaurant
  • Royal Taj Restaurant
  • La Tavola Ristorante Italiano

 

Where can I find the best crabcakes in Maryland?

If there's one food that Maryland is famous for, it's crabcakes. Fortunately, that means you don't need to travel far to find yourself near a delicious seafood restaurant. If you're on the hunt for the best crabcakes in Maryland, take a look at the following recommendations and check out any of the following restaurants:

  • G&M Restaurant & Lounge in Linthicum Heights
  • Timbuktu Restaurant in Hanover
  • Faidley's Seafood in Baltimore
  • Jerry's Place in Prince Frederick
  • The Narrows Restaurant in Grasonville
  • Crabcake Factory USA in Ocean City
  • Crab Cake Cafe on the National Harbor
  • The Corner Stable in Columbia
  • Pappas Restaurant with multiple locations throughout the state
  • Edgewater Restaurant
  • Box Hill Pizzeria in Abingdon

Learn more about how you can find the best crabcakes in Maryland.

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