What's better than lounging at the beach? How about being at the beach with a crab cake sandwich and orange crush in hand? If you're looking for some of the best beachfront dining in Maryland, we've got you covered. These 11 beachfront restaurants in Maryland will have you wanting to book your reservation ASAP. Naturally, most restaurants on the list are in Ocean City, but we've also found a few spots that you may have never known about. Some are right on the ocean and some are man-made, but all of them are worth a visit. From Maryland crab shacks to picturesque eateries, consider this to be your beachfront bucket list.
Please note: a lot of the restaurants listed below are open seasonally, so be sure to check the listing website while planning your visit.
1. Macky's Bayside Bar & Grill - Ocean City
Our list of the best beachfront dining in Maryland begins at Macky's Bayside Bar & Grill. Views of the bayside beach paired with a Macky's Bucket?! I'm sold! For more information, check out Macky's website.
2. Fish Tales, Ocean City
This sandy patio may be a faux beach, but still, there is no feeling like burying your feet in the sand while dining on delicious grub. For more information, check out the Fish Tales website.
3. Horizons Oceanfront Restaurant, Ocean City
What an incredible view! This seaside eatery is known for its mouthwatering seafood buffet. Curious to check out the menu? You can find more information by visiting the Horizons Oceanfront Restaurant website.
4. Kitty Knight House, Georgetown
Enjoy Eastern Shore cuisine with sweeping views of the Sassafras River and a charming little beach. For more details, be sure to check out the Kitty Knight House website.
5. Seacrets, Ocean City
When most people think of the best beachfront dining in Maryland, the first place their mind goes is Seacrets. And it's not hard to see why. You can visit the Seacrets website for more information.
6. Vera's White Sands Beach Club, Lusby
Can you imagine eating steamed crabs with a view like this? That's exactly what you'll get at Vera's. Learn more about what makes this restaurant so special when you visit the Vera's White Sands Beach website.
7. Jungle Bar & Restaurant, Ocean City
At the Jungle Bar & Restaurant, you'll discover great food and a superb view of the beach. You can't go wrong with a combination like that!
8. Carousel Resort, Ocean City
There are a few spots to eat at this resort, including a restaurant, bistro, and tropical outdoor grill. A couple of them have beautiful views of the beach. To plan your trip to this delicious Maryland restaurant,
be sure to visit the Carousel Resort website.
9. Sunset Cove, Bowleys Quarters
Relax at this little tropical oasis with a fruity drink in hand. You may even momentarily forget you're in Maryland. For more information, you can visit the Sunset Cove website.
10. Castle in the Sand Hotel, Ocean City
This hotel offers oceanside dining, because who doesn't like the sounds of ocean waves as they sip a mimosa? For more details, visit the Castle in the Sand website.
11. Rod 'N' Reel, Chesapeake Beach
Our list of the best beachfront dining in Maryland concludes with Rod 'N' Reel. Located at Chesapeake Beach Resort, this yummy restaurant has sandy bay views.
For more restaurants with spectacular sights, check out our previous list of 15 restaurants in Maryland with amazing views. There are only a few months out of the year when the weather is warm enough to enjoy the best beachfront dining in Maryland, so be sure to plan accordingly.
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