These 9 Little-Known Restaurants In Maryland Are Hard To Find But Worth The Search

So many restaurants in Maryland; so little time. If you're looking for an eatery off the beaten path but well worth the search, you'll want to check out this list. These nine hidden gem restaurants in Maryland are perfect, whether you're traveling or if you prefer not to eat at chain locales. What they lack in notoriety, they make up for with delicious cuisine. And what's better than great food?

Sandwiched in a shopping strip, it's easy to pass by 1978 N.Y. Pizza. However, it's worth visiting for their pizza, which is slathered with toppings galore and is oh-so tasty. Be sure to check out the sandwiches and desserts, too. This is one of the best hidden gem restaurants in Maryland for pizza.

Hungry for something smoky and delicious? Porkey's BBQ is one of the finest barbecue joints in Maryland. There's not a single bad thing on the menu, so expect to have a tough time choosing and definitely expect to leave nice and full. Yum!

Hidden in Hurlock, the delightful little mom-and-pop stop known as, appropriately, Mom-n-Pop's, serves up some of the best comfort food you'll ever eat. Breakfast is wonderful, and lunch is excellent. You'll find all sorts of tasty dishes here on top of world-class friendly service. It's a must!

The interior of this Maryland gem is decorated with charming vintage decor. The food ain't too shabby either. Pictured here is the heavenly pot roast. Check out the entire lunch and dinner menus for Mamie's Cafe With Love. It's one of the most charming little-known restaurants in Maryland.

This spot may not seem like much from the outside, but the meals here receive rave reviews for their large portions and perfect flavors. If you're a breakfast fan, this spot is top notch. What's more, if you love homemade food, you're sure to love Marie's Diner. Visit the official website for

Marie's Diner.

This place may be a hole-in-the-wall type of spot but it's certainly well known among locals. Dubbing themselves 'the best kept secret in Maryland,' Mrs. K's knows how to please customers and taste buds.

This little place is known for their mouthwatering seafood. So flavorful and so worth the visit.

Definitely try the scallops and crab, two of the most popular dishes. Be sure to call ahead for reservations to ensure a table at the quaint and little-known restaurant in Maryland.

Head to the Woodstock Inn for a casual meal paired with live music. With a 'biker bar' atmosphere, this gem is hidden in a wooded area but keeps folks coming back again and again.

Find the full menu for Woodstock Inn.

This cozy place has Salvadorian dishes, including seafood. Be sure to save room for dessert because their sweets are unbeatable. Follow the Facebook page of Las Delicias Restaurant.

Have you been to any of these little-known, hidden gem restaurants in Maryland? Any you would add to the list? Let us know in the comments! Still have an appetite? Be sure to also check out these mom-and-pop restaurants in Maryland. Travel a lot and planning on traveling to Maryland? Check out the ridiculously awesome deals from our friends at the Dollar Flight Club.