Who knew you could find a beachy vibe on the water in Essex. Well, I was pleasantly surprised at the views and food Charlys Waterfront had to offer. In need of a new restaurant for happy hour with a friend, I stumbled upon Charlys Waterfront. Upon arrival I immediately felt like I was transported to restaurant on the beach. A nice outside area and bar for lounging late into the summer nights, mini golf for the kiddies, and good drinks and food. Our bartender was great and very attentative, given it was her first night behind the bar. And the crushes were quite tasty. The menu had a decent amount of seafood items given we were dining on the water. And the star of the night were the nachos. The chips seems to be house fried and the cheese sauce was divine. Now that I've discovered this hidden gem on the water I'm definitely looking forward to my next visit to Charlys Waterfront and an opportunity to relax near the water with a grapefruit crush in hand. read more

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We went opening weekend so definitely some forgiveness is due but boy was the service bad ha! Make sure to make a reservation. Waited over 20 mins for after we sat for someone to acknowledge us. We ordered cocktails and water, took a while for the cocktails, no water came. Then we put in apps and our entrees. First the entrees came, then the appetizer and they said they ran out of plates so we couldn't really share stuff easily. Food was ok to good. Overall, the vibe is fun as it's all outdoors but hopefully these were just growing pains early in the season. I'd still consider returning but not if I was in a rush! read more

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Went in with a group on a Saturday afternoon. The parking lot is NOT motorcycle friendly. Mostly gravel. We were immediately seated outside and it was a nice day. The menu prices are steep for what you get, but I found a few specials that I didn't think would break the bank. The food quality wasn't anything to write home about, and the service wasn't bad. They do automatically charge a 20% gratuity for groups of 8 or more, so watch out for that even if your checks are split. read more

Had a fantastic dinner at Charly's! Our server, Brooke, was so sweet and very attentive. We absolutely loved the vibe of the restaurant! Gorgeous waterfront views without the noisy chaos of other similar spots. There's even an arcade inside and mini golf course outside - perfect date night spot! I had the Smokey Bear margarita and really loved it, well-balanced and great flavor from the mezcal! While we all loved everything we ate, the standouts were definitely the Crab Pretzel and Fig & Prosciutto Pizza! Portions were hefty and we felt that everything was fairly priced. Will definitely be back soon! read more

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My first time here was an okay experience. Our server, Carmyn, was excellent and very kind to us. FOOD: We ordered the half-and-half Maryland crab and cream of crab soup ($14). There was not even an ounce of lump crab meat in it. When I mentioned it to the server, she offered to have them add more, but the soup itself tasted more like tomato bisque than a crab soup, so we just sent it back. For an appetizer, we switched it up and got the seafood nachos ($23). They had lump crab, grilled shrimp, and cheese. It was topped with pickled onions which added great acidity to the dish. They were good, but they did not really taste like a cheese blend. It tasted more like just nacho cheese. I wanted the fig and prosciutto pizza ($22), but they were out of pizza altogether, so I went with the spicy rigatoni ($25). The burrata did offer a nice cheesy creaminess to the pasta. I did notice, however, that it was really missing some acidity. When I looked back at the menu, I noticed again, another missing ingredient....no sun-dried tomatoes this time. That was the second strike on the night. We also ordered the La Freida Cheeseburger ($17), and it was as good a cheeseburger as can be - nothing really stood out. They did not ask how I wanted it cooked, so it came out well done (I usually go for medium rare). Fries were extra ($2), which felt a little off for a burger plate. DRINKS: Diablo Crush ($12) - If you like jalapeño, this one is for you. The heat actually balanced quite nicely with the sweetness from the pineapple. Charley's Crush ($12) - I really enjoyed this one. It had blood orange, peach, and lemon soda. Very refreshing! The YardBird Crush ($10) - A pineapple crush with orange bitters. It was fine, but the fresh pineapple chunks were a nice touch. AMBIANCE: Charley's has both indoor and outdoor seating, and they are dog-friendly, which is always a plus. Outside, there is mini golf and a few other games for kids. It definitely seems like a great summer hangout spot. I did bring up the little mishaps to the manager on site, Corey, and he handled it well. He apologized, made things right, and welcomed us back. Honestly, the service stood out more than anything, and because of that, I would return and give them another shot. read more

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I came here in a group of 6 on a Wednesday evening with a reservation. We were seated immediately, and outside as we requested. First thing I noticed was that the patio style chairs didn't have cushions on them, which I found odd and uncomfortable but I dealt with it. Then we see another group coming in, and the hostess brings along cushions for them. Apparently they have cushions but we weren't offered them and had to ask. Weird, but whatever. Ordered a Diablo crush which is basically a spicy pineapple drink. It was not as spicy as I like but it wasn't bad. Friend of mine ordered the chicken tenders and they tasted like literal pickles. So much so that even she, a pickle lover, did not enjoy them because who wants their chicken to taste like a pickle? Lol. Another one in our group got the shrimp tacos and the menu description didn't say anything about salsa verde, which she doesn't like. I feel like the menu should say what's on the tacos but hey, who am I? I got the teriyaki salmon which was essentially a piece of frozen, air fried salmon with store bought teriyaki sauce on top and undercooked "fried" rice. It looked pretty, but it was just ok. Our server is what really spoiled my evening, though. First of all, he was hardly around. When we asked for things he seemed annoyed or like we were inconveniencing him. At one point, I asked for a frozen drink and he said they "weren't making frozen drinks right now." Not sure why but fine, I got something else instead. Not even 10 minutes later, I see a different server come out with a frozen drink for another table. I hate to make it about this, but I will point out that I was the only person of color in our party. When our server came back, another member of our party asked for a frozen drink to test him and see what he would say. He was prepared to take her frozen drink order. I was flabbergasted honestly. Bad service, mediocre or even less than mediocre food, and overpriced (1 drink, 1 shot, and salmon was $55). The only positive thing about this place is the view. I will never be back. read more

Charlys Waterfront - Teriyaki Salmon - Burgers Near Me - Essex, Maryland

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Had seen pictures of this place so wanted to go try it out last Saturday night. The place definitely looks awesome and fun but that's where it ends. It was pretty dead for a Saturday night. We ordered drinks which were not great. My husband got a blood orange crush which was pretty bad and tasted like flavored water and I had a margarita which was better than his, but still bad in my opinion. We ordered food, he got a burger that (we were told in advance) is kind of just blah. I asked the server if the salmon was good and she said yes so I got teriyaki salmon but it didn't taste like teriyaki at all. Just a bland boring meal. Overall, the food and drinks kind of suck here but the place itself seems like a fun happy hour spot so I'm giving this 3 stars because it's average. read more

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We miss the onion rings. Food still good and the ambiance is great. The tacos were good. We miss the onion rings, we won't stop coming but the onion rings brought us back every week at least one weekend night last summer. Service is always excellent Onion rings :) read more

This was my first time visiting the restaurant and I had a nice time! It was a pleasure to meet some staff of the eatery, including Lu, friendly and welcoming. I enjoyed a refreshing strawberry lemonade and Caesar salad after a gorgeous day of paddle boarding. The space is spacious, live music is chill, and their outdoor space has cornhole toss, accommodating to families with kids. I look forward to coming back in the near future to bring some girlfriends over and we try their drink menu! read more

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Sigh. I realllyyyy wanted to like this place. I saw a viral TikTok about Charly's so we jumped at the opportunity to go after my daughter's recital. It advertises arcade games, it's on the water and great food AND vibes. The vibes were definitely there. It felt as if we were beachside. So I give the ambiance a 9/10. However the service we received was not up to par and we had to send several non pictured items back to the kitchen. Additionally one of the children never received her meal until AFTER the check was received after several reminders. I was extremely disappointed. A lot of the food could have been better. I would come back again maybe for views but even the drinks were unsatisfactory. Out of the food that was kept, it was barely eaten and we did not take to go trays. read more

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Went thanks to Yelp reviews! Drinks were good and I had a seafood coo that was definitely bigger than I thought it would be. Super tasty and not skimpy with the crab. The bartenders/servers were very helpful with suggestions and a very quick turnarounds. read more

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They sat us in the direct sun despite other tables being open, the server treated us like an inconvenience, the food was not worth the cost. It looked like fun on the lawn but it was crowded so we didn't get to enjoy it!!!!!!! read more

I visited Charley's Sue Creek for a friend's birthday. The weather was nice, so we opted for outdoor seating. The restaurant was clean and clearly a local favorite, as it was bustling with activity. While I can't recall our server's name, he was fantastic--making great recommendations and staying attentive, even though it was a busy day. I ordered the salmon BLT wrap (without avocado) and sweet potato fries. For the table, we shared bang bang shrimp, calamari, and their famous green beans. Overall, the food was good, though I think I would've preferred my wrap as a sandwich. Still, it hit the spot. Great vibes, decent food, and a nice view made for an enjoyable experience. read more

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Babe and I were taking a nice Sunday ride and found ourselves in Essex MD. We hit up Yelp, and this spot had great reviews so we decided to check them out. We came on a Sunday which was perfect because It was not crowded at all and the vibes were calm. The ambiance is cute and chill, with comfy seating inside and out. The building is basically a transformed garage with quirky touches. I liked how they gave us a cup of gold fish to snack on as we looked over the menu and made our decisions The food and service was 10/10. Things we tried: Street Corn ($12) Bang Bang Shrimp ($17) (6pcs) Cheeseburger ($17) Old Bay Crab Burger ($19) The street corn was good and different. It was covered in Cool Ranch Doritos chips, which I had never I had before and will definitely be getting It again. The Bang Bang shrimp was nice and crispy. The batter to shrimp ratio was very good. Last but not Least, the burgers were banging! Nice and juice and cooked right just to the temperature you like. They have two nicely lit patios and I can't wait to come back and check them out for the winter time. read more

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Nice Sept day outside on their deck. Sports on the TV, a guy playing guitar. Nice vibe at the marina. Service was a little slow but very friendly. I had beer but my wife had a few cocktails that she liked. Lunch was a lobster roll and poached lobster taco's. We'd repeat. read more

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Where We Bout To Eat At This is @charlysbbc Essex, MD Dinner and drinks on the waterfront? Absolutely!!! Check out @charlysbbc if you like to dine and drink wine by the water! Because what's better than good food and good drinks with friends...doing it with a view!!! I'll definitely be back! #hosted #baltimorerestaurants #essexrestaurant #waterfrontdining #baltimorewaterfront #itsdgl #danigirlliving #boujiebudgetblogger read more

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I absolutely loved the view. It was a nice day to sit outside and have some drinks and get something to eat. I ordered the jalapeño margarita. It was just a margarita with jalapeño slices floating around. I think it was missing something. I also ordered the crab fried rice and it was so bland that I also asked for some sauce to go in it. He gave me some teriyaki sauce. It did make it taste a little better. The fried rice just had succotash in it and some crab meat. If they could've seasoned differently or actually tasted like fried rice that would've been good. Lol! Alright, and next, I ordered the crab pretzel. It was good, but it could've had a lot more crab dip on it. It was just a smear and then cheese toasted on top of it. It was good, but like I said, it could've had a lot more crab dip on it and I would have been satisfied lol! Tyler was our waiter and he was awesome! read more

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This is a fun and unique dining spot on the water. There is inside and outside seating as well as two bars. Plenty of space for kids to roam with cornhole, giant checkers and mini golf! Families can relax on outside couches while waiting for a table. It is dog friendly too! The menu has a wide variety of food and great portions. The service is good. Sometimes the food takes a while depending on crowd and wait staff. read more

Lunch menu is small. Not many options. Asked for a few things which they were out of of. Service was great but food options and food just eh...- And pricey read more

Nice vibey spot for drinks near the water! Service was a little slow and the food was hit or miss but they had great orange crushes and a large family friendly outdoor area with live music, which I love! We kicked off MDW here and had a nice time, the weather was perfect! The outdoor bar is large and there are plenty of seating options with tables, couches, Adirondacks and more. For food, we tried the lobster roll, bang bang shrimp, and the crab pretzel. The crab pretzel was huge and definitely our favorite! The bang bang shrimp were good and I loved the seaweed salad on top, but the portion was pretty small for $18... The lobster roll was apparently voted Best in Baltimore but was not good at all in our opinion. The lobster was tough and rubbery/overcooked and it was nothing compared to quality lobster rolls you can find elsewhere in the Northeast. Would probably stick to bar food classics here, but the potential is there for this to be an amazing waterfront bar! Just need to work out some of the service kinks, but would definitely come back at least for some drinks and live music in good weather. read more

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This was on my boyfriend's list of places to go for a while and it did not disappoint! The service was quick and great. They were very friendly and the food! So delicious! We got crab egg rolls. They give you two full egg rolls and they have so much crab meat inside. For our entree we both got tacos I got shrimp and he got fish. Both delicious! I can't wait to go back and try some drinks next time read more

Charlys Waterfront - Burgers Near Me - Essex, Maryland

Had a bit of an interesting and mixed experience here yesterday. My first visit and I'm not super sure I would come back. I paid around $44 with tip but let's start with the good. This is a great location near the water, and the seating is laid out well. If you want a place near the water this is a good option. Plenty of parking for the most part. They have a game area and the other people I came with really liked the drinks they ordered (pina colada, mojito, strawberry crush, Chardonnay). The appetizers were also great. We got the crab dip and the crab pretzel and that was absolutely delicious. The bathroom's were very clean and the fries that came with the lobster roll were decent, nothing special. What was disappointing was the service and the food. I got the award winning lobster roll and it was very underwhelming. It tasted rubbery, the garlic butter didn't really have enough flavor and it was just dry. For $36 you get a lot of lobster meat, but if it's overcooked it's not worth it. Our server dropped the ball several times and seemed indifferent and too busy, not sure if he had too many tables to deal with but we had to flag him down for help along with a mixup with most of our receipts. No menu recommendations or enthusiasm really. It would make more sense and be easier if they would split the bill it's basically what they ended up doing anyway (for large parties--it was 6 of us). Overall, I would recommend bowley's quarter as a better option, and if you do come here, stick with the appetizers or other entrees, not the lobster roll. read more

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So I've been to charly's Sue creek twice, once for dinner and once for the $30 buffet. Both experiences were adequate in food, service and drinks. Pros: crab mac, really good and large portion Claim chowder, delicious Breakfast pizza, outstanding (on brunch buffet) Fully stocked bar with great drinks Outdoor patio overlooking the water, fire pit Cons: steam shrimp on the brunch buffet has absolutely no flavor read more

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We visited Charly's on a Sunday afternoon around noonish and opted to sit outside. The outdoor seating is located on a waterfront with a nice view. The service was great and our waiter did an amazing job juggling as the bartender and the waiter for all tables surrounding the bar. Now, on to the food. Unfortunately, I wasn't impressed. Maybe if I chose the Lobster Roll, which apparently they are famous for, I would've enjoyed my dish. The food photographs well, but the bite was not. We ordered chicken tenders which were supposed to be tossed in Thai Chili Sauce, but it was not. The Thai Chili Sauce was on the side. The crab dip, well let's just say they forgot all the crab! It was a brick of warm cream cheese with a slight sprinkle of cheddar cheese on the top, and that was it. Seemed like it was also missing Old Bay. Luckily, our waiter was kind enough to take it off the bill. He was also apologetic and accommodating-very kind man. The shrimp quesadilla was also very bland and had some sort of sweet and spicy sauce drizzled over them; which was not noted on the menu. At that point, I didn't want to be that person that had an issue with everything, so I didn't send it back. I just scraped the sauce off the top and ate one of the four quesadilla triangles. My son ordered the chocolate chip cookiewhich and it was HUGE! He took a few bites and was done. I would visit again for drinks with a view, but not much more. Giving two stars versus one due to the service with a smile. Cheers to a great time! read more

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After seeing this spot highlighted on social media for the $25 breakfast brunch and $10 bottomless, I wanted to check this place out so a few friends and I went this past Sunday. Let's start with the food, it is no longer $25, it has been increased to $30. The bottomless has been increased from $10 to $15. I would say food wise, $30 could be worth it as long as you are a seafood lover. They do have shrimp and mussels available on the buffet along with a few other breakfast items. However, if you do not like those things, not worth it. The breakfast pizza was good on the inside but bottom was burnt and the french toast and pancakes were so soggy by the time I got some. The bacon was good and the BEST thing is that the eggs are cooked FRESH! They do also have scrapple as an option if you're into that. Service was mediocre borderline meh. We had a reservation and I got there a few minutes after my friends did who got seated and were waiting for me. I told the front the name it was under and they took me to a whole different table.. I saw my friends and when I told her, she looked confused. Our server took about 15 minutes before we were asked what we wanted to drink.. which for a buffet that we're serving ourselves, it should not have taken that long. Throughout our time there, one of my friends ended up going up to the bar herself twice to grab our drinks for us because the server forgot several times even after reminding her. The drinks weren't even full.. it was halfway full and for how long it took for her to deliver them, it should've been fuller. This is sad because the ambience is great as it sits by the water and has a cute outdoor patio area in addition the inside decor being very cute. I hope that they step up the food quality and the service because I can see this place being a cute brunch spot. I would also advise that you carpool if possible because while there is many spots since they also have boaters to use the property, not all spots are available. read more

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it has all the components to be good. it just isn't unfortunately. doesnt seem like it is being managed by people who know how to operate a restaurant. 4 of us ordered food. 1 meal came out at a time about 15 minutes apart. super weird. i think it should only be a bar. that offers food. read more

What a blast! I wish I lived closer so I could go here more often. I didn't even get much to eat but this place is still worthy of 5 stars. Not only do they have a sweet bar inside and outside, they have many other fun things to do while you're there. They have a great little arcade along with many lawn games like cornhole and connect 4. Being right on the water as well, this restaurant deserves a visit. Our bartender Brooke was wonderful and enjoying our experience along with us. Definitely coming back! read more

Went on Mother's Day with my mom. I was a little nervous it's a bit of a drive from Baltimore but everyone at the estasblishment was super attentive and profressioanl. Our waitress Allie was a superstar she made sure to keep checking on my mom and I and even when I had questions about my bill she was nice when explaining the charges. Now they do automatically charge 20% on holidays which I thought was strange as it was only two people in my party and they label it large party but it's just gratuity. I planned on tipping 20% so I wasn't too upset but I like to choose to tip not be forced. However the food and drinks were very good. I had the painkiller level two which comes with a extra shot it was creamy and sweet. My mom mixed the pina coloda and the strawberry daiquiri she said it was the perfect amount of alcohol. Both drinks were just enough and we had to drink water after that lol we shared the crab cake eggroll apps it's only 2 I wish more came for the price but it's ALOT of crab in the egg rolls no filler. For entrees we both got sandwiches I got the Crabcake Sammy and my mom got the burger brisket. We split both sandwiches as well. The brisket burger was just a regular smash burger nothing too fancy but good could use some burger seasoning or something for flavor . It was boring probably won't get again. The crabcake Sammy was really good flavor a lot of crab like the egg rolls and no filler that I will be back for lol. Overall we had a good time. I ordered a high noon to end the night and my mom took her water and we sat on the couches by the water and relaxed for another hour why we digest our food. I will definitely be back for special occasions. read more

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Waitress talked us into the crab pretzel. Then, she came back and said they were out of pretzels, so we couldn't get that or the crab dip. So, we ordered the nachos to share. They were descent. I ordered the Pineapple Crush to drink. Small and watered down with what I could only tell were pieces of the core in the drink. Bland and watery. Then, we ordered a pizza. It came out undercooked and looked like it was made with a cheap store bought crust. My wife said it reminded her of school pizza, but with less flavor. Worst pizza I have ever had...ever. The pizza was horrid. Did I mention the pizza was bad? I can't stress enough how bad the pizza was. The. Worst. Pizza. Ever. read more

Extremely beautiful and hidden restaurant. There is an extremely beautiful outside area and outside bar. Plus, right on the water, Bring a camera because someone is going to want to post some pics. And the food is goooooood. And the price is right. read more

TLDR: Sunday brunch buffet has a decent selection including peel and eat shrimp and mussels. Hiccups in service made for a mediocre overall experience. Vibe: 4/5. Located right on the Sue Creek in Essex, Charly's Sue's is a small bar/restaurant with both inside and outdoor dining. It appears the restaurant has recently undergone a large refresh, as both the interior and exterior of the building and it's finishes seem to be new. The outside has a large gravel patio looking out to the creek, complete with hammocks, an outdoor fireplace and lawn games. There are also several umbrella covered wrought iron patio sets that make up the outside dining room. The inside dining room area is mostly made up of the large 10+ seater bar, a handful of high-top tables and regular height tables for larger groups. The restaurant has large sliding garage panel doors that can be rolled up during nice weather that open up to the creek/patio. The entire restaurant embraces the boater/nautical theme, which can't be more obvious than the maritime blue color that the entire exterior is painted in. One note of caution, the unmarked gravel parking lot is shared by a neighboring marina, so be careful not to park too close to any of the equipment or blocking the boat launch. Service: 2/5. During our Sunday brunch at Charly's Sue Creek, we experienced a very frantic and inconsistent wait staff. We made brunch reservations for 11:45am for our party of 5 a week beforehand, which they had no problem honoring and having us seated on time. Once at our table, it took over 10 minutes for our server to come get our drink order and explain the buffet. The restaurant, at best, was 50% occupied and with multiple servers, so it did not seem overwhelmingly busy. Also, this was a brunch buffet, so the only responsibilities for the waitstaff would be to fill drink orders and clear dirty plates. After our server finally took our drink order, we walked up to the buffet line and to our surprise, there were zero clean plates available. We let the waitstaff know and they said it would be 10 minutes until the kitchen could bring out clean plates. So we sat waiting at our table until the kitchen reloaded the plates and finally could start serving ourselves. By this point in the meal, it had been over 20 minutes since we placed our initial drink order and had yet to receive it. We opted for the bottomless mimosa/bloody mary/bellinis for the table, so we were paying a flat fee for the drinks. The bottomless deal ends at 1PM, so we were trying to get a few drinks in to justify the cost. After reminding the waitress we were still waiting on drinks, she finally brought them to our table and apologized, claiming it was the bar's mistake. I would normally be cool with letting situations like this go unnoticed, but over the course of the next 60 minutes, we had to go through the same drink ordeal 2 more times. We would request a refill, the waitress would take the order and run off, and then we would never get the drink until we mentioned it again. This was not limited to just alcoholic drinks, but also water and iced tea refills. Dirty dishes were also a noticeable miss. Our party, as well as neighboring groups, constantly had stacks of dirty dishes on the ends of tables waiting to be bussed. This definitely explained the clean plate shortage we encountered in the beginning :) Food: 3/5. The brunch buffet offerings at Charly's Sue Creek had some hits, but predominately misses. During our visit, the brunch buffet included peel and eat shrimp, steamed mussels, a deep dish style breakfast pizza, caesar salad, bacon and sausage, french toast and pancakes, hash browns, fresh fruit and pastries. In addition to what was served on the buffet line, you could order fresh made eggs and scrapple to your table at no extra cost. I was able to sample everything, and honestly nothing stood out. The peel and eat shrimp were nicely sized and cooked well. The mussels were by and large small in size, with many shells being empty. The breakfast pizza was very doughy and not cooked properly. The thickness of the pizza prevented the interior of the pie to be fully cooked, while the bottom was burnt to the point that you could not eat it. The pancakes and French toast were passable, as well as the bacon and sausage. The made to order eggs were slightly overcooked and had an odd taste to them, reminiscent of old oil or a frying pan not being thoroughly cleaned out prior to use. The wins of the meal were the made to order scrapple and the cinnamon buns. The scrapple was cooked perfectly, with a nice crispy exterior and soft interior. The cinnamon buns had been sitting out for awhile so they were no longer warm, however they maintained a soft texture and had the nice not overly sweet flavor that we all expect from a solid cinnamon bun. Overall for $30, unless you gorge yourself on shrimp and scrapple, it's not worth the price of admission. read more

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Went for Open Mic on Sunday, or as TJ likes to call it, "Live Music Jam Party" or something like that. It was pretty crowded, and lively. The weather was gorgeous, so there were plenty of people out on the deck and the hang-out places below (there are swings and such). There was also brunch. I feel like the wait-staff was not prepared for this crush of people. Service was slooooow, and a friend who arrived later to watch my boyfriend play ordered food, never got it, and they tried to give him a bill. I was also a bit disappointed that he, and another friend who also arrived later than us, had to sit at a different table because we were all jammed into the corner, in front of the music, at a small table. Next time I definitely would like to sit outside. Most of the tables inside are those hightops that I can't use, except for along the one side of the restaurant. Those were all taken. Imagine that. We had some great food. My boyfriend had the BANG BANG SHRIMP (spicy tangy cream sauce, ranch) and the BBQ Pork Belly Cheese burger (crispy onions, pickle, cheddar cheese, fries). Check out the pictures of these burgers. They're enormous and delicious. The fries were great, salted just right. He also had two PAINKILLERS (rum, triple sec, coconut cream, pineapple juice, demerara). Though it took a REALLY long time for his second one to arrive. I feel like if service had been a little more on the ball we all may have drank more, but such is life. Our friend also had a burger, but she had the PAT LAFRIEDA CHEESE BURGER (Smoked Bacon - lettuce, tomato, pickle, american cheese, fries). She also had a Guinness, because we were celebrating her birthday. It came in a can, so we had a bit of a discussion about the proper way to serve Guinness, because she's Irish, there are rules. I had Fish Tacos, which are described as "beer battered, pickled cabbage, tartar sauce, pico de gallo" but that's not at all what I got. Not a complaint because what I received was delicious, but I'm pretty sure that was salmon, not the expected/traditional beer battered white fish of any kind. There was shredded lettuce, not pickled cabbage, and a delicious crema instead of tartar sauce. The pico was on point with fresh jalapeno. The tacos also came with fries, much to my delight. We had a great time. My boyfriend performed two sets and is itching to return for the next open mic, though we'll miss next month because we'll be on vacation. We also plan to bring my mom to the restaurant for lunch one day this summer because the atmosphere is delightful. Would recommend. read more

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Enjoyed the ambiance. The food was great and came out quickly. Not too pricey. Mixed crowd. Live music. Great service. Will def return. read more

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We had a great experience here for my father's birthday. The staff was very sweet food was good. We liked the bang bang shrimp and the crab dip. the atmosphere is awesome has a great vibe. we really enjoyed ourselves and will be back. read more

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We were waiting on our yacht to depart and decided to go check out the cool bar next-door. Upon walking up, you see various games and outdoor activities. The outdoor bar is fairly large. And on Saturday nights, they have a live music. The drinks were fairly strong. And we just ordered chicken tenders, which were quite delicious. I am definitely interested in going back for the views And the crab pretzel. Our bartender was attentive and nice. read more

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Two of us came here for an early dinner around 5:30 on Saturday. The tables were all full or reserved and we were lucky to squeak out two chairs at the bar. I was surprised to see a "Union IPA" on the menu and decided to roll the dice-- it's the GOAT IPA, so it was awesome. Union also makes a Divine IPA, and a Duckpin IPA-- both two more excellent choices. The husband had the cheeseburger and I had the shrimp tacos-- both came with duck fat fries, yum! Parking can be a little tight so take your time navigating around the marina. There are gigantic television screens behind the bar if that is what you are into. The servers were very friendly and efficient. The food & drink were a little pricey, I thought, but still, a pleasant place to grab a bite and a beer when you are in Essex. Thanks, Charly's Sue Creek, we will be back. read more

Charlys Waterfront - Shrimp tacos with pickled cabbage, radish, and duck fat fries. - Burgers Near Me - Essex, Maryland

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This was our second time trying Charly's. Our first experience was not great, but we were willing to give it another try. The first strike was the fact that most of the items on the menu were not available, due to it being the Holiday weekend. The food we finally received was halfway decent, but the biggest problem is the chef does not consider serious consequences of people with allergies. I advised the server of my limitations, but the food still came prepared the way the chef wanted to prepare them. This needs to be taken much more seriously; I will not eat here anymore. read more

Loved our visit to the newest bar/restaurant on the water in Eastern Baltimore County. Everything was delicious, staff very friendly, and the ambiance was very relaxed. Can't wait to return. It feels like we could make this a regular place for drinks or dinner. Not too big or too small and it has a nice outdoor deck for warmer weather too. read more

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My wife showed me some pictures of their food on Instagram and told me this was 5 minutes from her mom's home. Those pictures looked extremely appetizing, and I was intrigued because Essex really does not have any great restaurants. I looked and them up and saw that they use OpenTable, and I booked them for a lunch date. My wife and I came here for lunch today (11/18/2022) to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary. Charly's Sue Creek is most definitely a "Diamond in the Rough"!! Yes, they are a new restaurant and they do have a few kinks to work out, but they have the potential to bring amazing food in a comfortable casual setting to Essex. While Charly's is located on the water like so many other waterfront marina eating and drinking establishments, they are definitely not like the others in the area. The ambiance was nice; it was bright and cheerful without the dingy waterfront decor that accumulates tons of dust that decorate so many bars and restaurants here. The dining area faces the waterfront with two large Garage style doors that have tons of windows. The tables for two are quite comfortable and large enough that your plates and glasses are not in danger of falling off. There is also an outdoor seating area directly in front of the garage style doors which overlooks the water. Our server, Brooks was polite, knowledgeable and efficient; he answered our questions and even spoke with the chef. During the course of our meal Chef Cyrus came and spoke with us as well, and then offered us a glass of champagne to celebrate our anniversary. Drinks - Expresso martini - deliciously dangerous!!! Only one issue here, the expresso coffee beans floating on top were very hard and not easy to chew. I asked that they leave them off of my second drink (garnishes should always be edible). Autumn Spice Crush - my wife loved it; I tasted it and liked it too. Our Food: Appetizer - Brussel Sprouts, deep fried crispy served with prosciutto, drizzled with a Honey Balsamic and Parmesan Cheese. This variation is absolutely amazing, earning a "Lick the Plate Clean" recognition. (See Picture, huge serving) Soup - Clam Chowder - a beautifully delicate broth without the starchy flavor of what many restaurants serve. There were three Little Neck Clams in the shells and the broth was filled with chopped clams, bites of bacon, potato, and leaks. I love bread with my soups and asked if they have some and Brooks brought us fresh baked Focaccia bread to dip in our broth. My wife is not a fan of Clam chowder but after tasting this one, she kept going back for more and kept dipping her focaccia in the broth (See Picture). Main (See Pictures): Sheri - had the special - Short-rib open face sandwich with au jus drizzled and crispy fried onions scattered over the top of both the sandwich and the Duck Fat Fries. I tasted it and it was amazing. Me - Lobster Roll - OMG!!! Amazing warm succulent buttery lobster served on a soft roll with butter lettuce and this scrumptious buttery lobster Beurre Blanc sauce drizzled all over the lobster. This contains all the meat from a 1.25lb lobster. Absolutely every ingredient highlighted the flavor of the lobster. Desert (See Picture) - was a hot Maple Bread Pudding drizzled with a buttery sauce and a large scoop of Brown Sugar Ice Cream. The ice cream melting slightly and mixing with the warm buttery sauce and the lusciousness of the bread pudding was an absolute delight to finish off the afternoon. Or so we thought...lol. Afterwards, one of the owners came by and asked if we liked Ceviche and I said yes. He brought over a sample of Scallop Ceviche that was going to be a part of tonight's Fresh Seafood Platter. I love scallops but have never had them as a ceviche before; I was amazed at how tender and sweet those chunks of scallops were with just a hint of heat. I would definitely eat this again!!! (See Picture) Pros - *Food is amazing!!! *Small manageable menu (lunch and dinner) means the chef can concentrate of quality ingredients and dishes. *Cocktails are excellent Cons - *Domestic Beer offerings not so great. Four Lites in a row, Natty Boh and Michelob. *Wine offerings all on the lower end of the spectrum. I've done a lot of restaurant reviews over the years and many of them as a Yelp Elite, and I have not been excited about a local restaurant in a long time. read more

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So good! The inside of the place is super cute with a nice deck with lights off the back. I ate here when it had only been open for a couple of months and it was such a good choice! read more