Maryland, United States Food Guide: 8 American food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Rock Hall

September 3, 2020 Emerita Lamoureux

Find out what American restaurants to try in Rock Hall. Rock Hall, "The Pearl of the Chesapeake", is a waterfront town located directly on the National Chesapeake Scenic Byway in Kent County, Maryland, United States. It is located less than two hours away from large metropolitan areas such as Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington DC. The population was 1,310 at the 2010 census.
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8. Wheelhouse Restaurant

20658 Wilkins Ave, Rock Hall, MD 21661-1403 American, Bar, Seafood, Pub Dinner, Lunch, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Takeout, Reservations, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards +1 410-639-4235 https://wheelhouserestaurantmd.com/
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4 based on 31 reviews

Wheelhouse Restaurant

Wheelhouse Restaurant is the newest addition to the food and drink scene. Docked right on the Chesapeake Bay, this trendy nautical hot spot provides farm-fresh food, fun and games, and a scenic overlook that will overall contribute to that warm and fuzzy

Reviewed By Michelle R

My husband and I had dinner here during a recent weekend trip to Rock Hall. We ate at the outside bar and the bartender was friendly and efficient. The atmosphere was fun and lively with lots of outdoor games and music (good music selection but.......). We both had the brisket tacos which the bartender said was the best thing on the menu. While the fries were actually very good we were both disappointed with the tacos, not much meat, or anything else for that matter, including flavor. There were also a lot of flies, likely from the marshy area across the street, although it was very pretty. So, I would go back with friends for drinks and the games but would go somewhere else for dinner. I'm sorry that your experience wasn't what it should have been. The brisket tacos are great, and I hope you said something to the bartender so she could correct it. Next time please speak up of something isn't right.As far as flies... they've been horrible everywhere this year. We do what we can to battle them, but when you are sitting outside they do tend to appear the minute food comes out. I'm sorry about that. Good news is they've seemed to die off early this year.Please come in again and give Wheelhouse a second chance.

7. The Pearl on Main

5742 N Main St, Rock Hall, MD 21661-1315 American, Bar, Cafe, Seafood, Pub Dinner, Lunch, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi [email protected] +1 410-639-9000 http://www.pearlonmain.com/
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4 based on 53 reviews

The Pearl on Main

The Pearl on Main is a bistro style restaurant with a finer flare in the evenings bringing fresh local ingredients, local seafood, and new dishes to the menu. Signature dishes include sweet potato risotto with either grilled prawns or pan-seared scallops;

Reviewed By Terri G

The Pearl came highly rated by locals as featuring the best local crab cakes. We ventured there for our anniversary dinner, but were sadly disappointed. The regular cook had apparently taken the night off and the food reflected a novice who didnt complete a quality check prior to send out the plates. My crab appetizer, billed as a twist on the classic crab with cocktail sauce using bloody mary mix was like a big glass of mix with crab floating around in it. It had the potential to be an innovative appetizer if the mix was thickened and the volume greatly reduced. I didnt know whether to drink it or eat it like soup! Then I had crab stuffed shrimp supposedly on a bed of tomato remoulade, but it was actually just sriracha sauce squeezed on the plate. The shrimp were all dried out, as if they sat out too long, I dunked them in my water but they were impossible to rehydrate. My husband had risotto prepared with the wrong rice that was very soupy and fairly bland. Lesson learned: when locals recommend a restaurant for a specific dish, get that dish!

6. Muskrat Alley Cafe

5877 Coleman Rd, Rock Hall, MD 21661-1416 American, Cafe, International Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch Outdoor Seating, Seating, Takeout, Table Service [email protected] +1 410-639-2855 http://muskratalley.com
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4 based on 35 reviews

Muskrat Alley Cafe

Muskrat Alley Cafe is open on the weekends from 8am till noon. We serve an award winning breakfast to our B&B guests and to the general public. All our dishes are served hot and fresh. Our jumbo lump crab meat and shrimp quiche, frittata, 10 different bel

Reviewed By BradE183

Eclectic and delicious is the best way to describe Muskrat Alley. A very inventive menu with enough options to please the whole family. Everything is very tasty. Weekends only. Inside and outside seating. My boat is on the hard just across from the cafe for the winter. I'm already planning on treating myself to a few breakfasts when I'm getting her ready in the spring.

5. Bay Wolf

21270 Rock Hall Ave, Rock Hall, MD 21661-1506 American, Austrian, Bar, European Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Television +1 410-639-2000 http://www.baywolfrestaurant.com
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4 based on 164 reviews

Bay Wolf

Reviewed By Philly-JoeyG

While visiting Rock Hall, we had a recommendation by a local to go to BayWolf. We stopped by and had a great dinner and drinks (thanks Will for the cocktails). The special of the day was a 3 1/2 lb lobster which we should have ordered but did not. We had a seafood pasta dish that was a winner and scallops dinner. Yum Yum. Thanks Danny for the great service.

4. Fords Seafood

6262 Rock Hall Rd, Rock Hall, MD 21661-2009 American, Seafood Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Table Service, BYOB +1 410-639-2032 http://fordsseafoodrockhall.com/index.html
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4 based on 82 reviews

Fords Seafood

Reviewed By hoods5

We were recently in Rock Hall and had a great lunch at Fords Seafood. Fresh rock fish and friendly service. Not a fancy place but a nice hometown atmosphere with good food and service.

3. Waterman's Crab House

Sharp Street Wharf, Rock Hall, MD 21661 American, Bar, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront [email protected] +1 410-639-2261 http://www.watermanscrabhouse.com/
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4 based on 591 reviews

Waterman's Crab House

Reviewed By Mike P

Terrible!Well with the exception of the always excellent location overlooking the harbor: Our usual Harbor Shak was closed so we opted for Waterman's. Slow service, mid week in October; No Crabs?, it's supposed to be a CRAB House. We started with 1 doz. of oysters on the half shell and 1/2 doz. oysters Rockefeller. All were laced with pieces of shells....somebody in the kitchen needs to learn how to shuck an oyster. 2 in the party ordered oyster po boys, both of which were tasteless and bland. I got the prime rib sandwich, open faced, which was full of gristle, while the 4th in our party ordered a burger which got no complaints that I heard, but then who can hurt a burger right? Top it all off with a lunch for 4/ @ $132.00 with only 2 beers, 3 ice teas and with tip; we certainly won't be back soon. The reviewers from out of state might accept a sub par/over priced meal (even with slow service), but us locals know good seafood when we have it, and Waterman's just does not deliver in terms of price or product!

2. Harbor Shack

20895 Bayside Ave, Rock Hall, MD 21661-1438 Mexican, American, Bar, Seafood Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Reservations, Live Music, Waterfront [email protected] +1 410-639-9996 http://www.harborshack.net/index.htm
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4 based on 334 reviews

Harbor Shack

We are beginning our Fall schedule on September 26th, 2019. We are open Thursdays through Sundays. We offer a diverse menu of Local seafood, steaks, burgers, sandwiches and Mexican fare. There is a full bar with beers on tap, bottled and frozen specialtie

Reviewed By mekopp

I recently visited this restaurant. Unfortunately I had just eaten so I didn’t order any food. Rather, my husband and I had a beer and enjoyed the beautiful evening. I’m looking forward to returning next time for a meal. The atmosphere is great and the service was friendly.

1. Osprey Point Restaurant

20786 Rock Hall Ave, Rock Hall, MD 21661-1405 American, Seafood, Contemporary Dinner Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 410-639-2194 http://www.ospreypoint.com/
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4 based on 213 reviews

Osprey Point Restaurant

Our restaurant has a reputation for being the best in Kent County. We pride ourselves on having a fresh seasonal menu, high quality ingredients and a chef that puts care into preparing every meal. The dining room's casual elegance will make you feel at ho

Reviewed By kenyonw2015

Went for Father's day, and was happy to see a soft shell crab sandwich on the menu. I'm from Colorado and I long for those in the mountains. It was great. Big Crab, fresh tomato and lettuce on a super fresh bun! Had the crab soup and a salad, all delish.My companion had the Rock Fish and raved about it. We made a reservation and when we go there at 6pm, didn't think it was necessary. By 7pm the place was nearly full. If you are in Rock Hall - don't miss this place!

Rock Hall Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Rock Hall

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