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    Driftwood Diner

    4.5 (54 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Biscuits and gravy with onions & homefries.

    Breakfast was outstanding. Delicious. But the highlight was the friendly staff and locals that clearly come there for the morning news. We couldn't have enjoyed it more.

    Joey C.

    Not many reviews but all highly rating this establishment so I decided to check it out as there aren't any coffee shops in the area and someone stated they had decent coffee. My expectations were set rather low. Just a neighborhood diner that serves the locals. I walked in and was greeted by the waitress. She said she had eight other tables that just sat down and that it would be a minute. No drink offered, that's gonna be a star. Looking around I saw three tables in front and four on the side, some had food some didn't. Guess I'm bad at math. I got to order coffee twenty minutes after I sat down. Twenty minutes. And water. I needed water. Star. One waitress for everyone? I'm going to let that slide. I'm feeling generous for the new year. Guy next to me was eating the soup of the day, cream of crab soup, and between mouthfuls of crab told me it was delicious and could hardly compose holding a grin between soup dribbling past his lips. This is Maryland so I suppose that might be a thing. And if something causes someone to drool, maybe it is good. Ordered it, ugh. It is a very white base with tremendous lumps of crab. Problem is, it is basically heavy cream with crab flesh. Any flavor the animal offered is lost in being doused in bland heavy cream. No bits of pepper or any other seasoning which is remarkable. I'm guessing they're getting good feedback on a product that could really pop. Went for a diner staple afterwards, a cheeseburger and fries. The waitress came over and hesitated, asking me what I ordered. I said a cheeseburger. She says well they put cheddar on it....... ok. I mean I did order a cheeseburger who am I to judge which cheese? Let me tell ya, as that cheese was creme brûlée'd upon that over some piece of meat, the only thing it did was turn it into a chewy meat crumble hide between some stale burnt buns, and not the nice fluffy buns we all tend to like. French fries were your run of the mill ore ida crinkle stuff- underdone. So there's my opinion, take it or leave it, not sure how they have so many stars. But I'll say one thing, the coffee was what I got there for and it was a medium blend of fine. Fine diner dining I'd say. Fine.

    Skillet which was great! And the biscuits are amazing.

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    This is my husband and I's favorite spot! Such great food and a very home like feeling. Staff is always so nice!

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    Great breakfast and friendly service, I have not tried lunch, but definitely will be going back.

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    Excellent place to eat. Our server was outstanding and waited on us 110%. Highly recommend this small town restaurant in Shady Side, MD.

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    3.8(340 reviews)
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    Hadn't been to Pirates Cove in a couple of years after being a weekly regular during sailing…read moreseason. I had a couple of friends in from Colorado and wanted to expose them to some authentic Maryland seafood on the water without going over to the Eastern Shore. Pirates Cove was the perfect call. Literally dockside in the tucked away town of Galesville, we sat and enjoyed drooling over all the boats. In the winter, there is a great enclosed patio that can be completely opened up in the summer. The dockside bar was closed for the season, but is hopping in the summer months. We ordered a variety of seafood appetizers and main courses to share amongst our group. Everything from the oysters, cream of crab soup, crab cakes, and mussels were perfectly prepared and delicious. Hands down the Cream of Crab soup is IMO the best in the Mid-Atlantic. They also have the half Maryland/half Cream of Crab soup option, which is one of my favorite meals. Everyone is still raving about the food and we have some CO converts from Rocky Mountain Oysters to real Maryland oysters! While the food was outstanding, the service was just as good. Our wait staff did a fantastic job walking through the menu to recommend the best options for a true Maryland seafood feast. It was a wonderful experience and we can't wait to come back.

    Had shrimp salad sandwhich, fries, coleslaw. Shrinp was good not soggy with mayo at all. Fries…read morecould be hotter though and a bit dry and the coleslaw was perfect. Iced tea was okay, not great, a bit weak.Had to ask for more ice. Beautiful views on the water, entertainment on the bar side. Staff is very nice. An all around goid experience.

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    Happy Harbor - Best Country Fried Steak ever

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    3.4(114 reviews)
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    We had a quick business trip to the area and stopped here for an early dinner before heading to our…read morehotel. This place is nestled along the quiet waterfront in Deale, Maryland; it is one of those classic Chesapeake Bay gems that manages to balance small-town charm with a lively dockside spirit. You will always find fishermen swapping stories, families gathering after a day on the water, and visitors who came for the sunset and stayed for the crab cakes. The panoramic view of Rockhold Creek is breathtaking. The vibe is relaxed and local in the best possible way: nautical flags, weathered wood, and a bar that feels as though it's been a gathering place for generations. In warm weather, the outdoor deck fills quickly, offering the ultimate place to enjoy a cold beer and a platter of seafood as the sun dips into the bay. It was too cold for us; we hope to make it back here in the spring with warmer weather. The menu at Happy Harbor is rooted in Maryland tradition but isn't afraid to have a little fun. We started with the creamy Maryland crab dip; it is served bubbling hot with toasted baguette slices. It's rich without being cloying, anchored by sweet, fresh lumps of crabmeat that remind you how close you are to the source. Next, we had the steamed blue crabs. Steamed to order, they arrived fragrant, steaming, and perfectly seasoned--the hallmark of a place that knows its craft. My wife went with the grilled rockfish sandwich--local to the Bay and cooked to perfection--which arrived simply dressed with lettuce, tomato, and a smear of house-made tartar sauce on a soft brioche roll. It's the kind of straightforward, fresh preparation that showcases confidence rather than flash. I went with the Captain's Combination Platter, a local favorite, offering a sampler of crispy fried shrimp, oysters, scallops, and a generous portion of hand-cut fries. It's hearty, unpretentious comfort food that's as much about the experience as the flavors. You can pair your meal with a craft beer from a regional brewery or a signature crush cocktail--the orange crush was my choice. As far as the service, Happy Harbor is friendly and efficient, with staff who genuinely seem to enjoy the rhythm of the place. Our server was engaging and quick with recommendations and even quicker with refills, striking just the right note between laid-back and attentive. Happy Harbor isn't chasing trends--it's celebrating tradition. It's a place where the seafood is fresh, the portions generous, and the mood somewhere between a family gathering and a dockside festival. Whether you're a local returning for your favorite crab dip or a traveler discovering the simplicity of a Maryland summer meal by the water, Happy Harbor delivers a quintessential Chesapeake experience.

    Food was great I had a shrimp basket home batter tased great. The cocktail sauce was the right…read moreamount of spicy. My wife had the sea food blt. I was immediately jealous. BLT with a crab cake and seafood salad. She said it was amazing. This isn't the first time I've been here the location right on the water is worth the drive.

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    Happy Harbor - Fried chicken tender basket

    Fried chicken tender basket

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    Skippers Pier - Mussels

    Skippers Pier

    3.6(506 reviews)
    5.5 mi
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    Great location at the end of a small town road and on the shore. Big dining rooms and a fun bar…read more Service was just ok. Young girl didn't want to be there but I get it. Probably a summer job. Crab soup was a 5. Delicious with chuck of crab. Fish Tacos a 5. Big, well seasoned fish with a corn salsa. Could have used more sauce. Crab cake was a 5. Choices are blackened, fried, or broiled. Went with broiled and it was excellent. Great cakes here with not too much filler. Fries and onion rings a 3. Nothing special. Orange crush. cocktails are a thing here. Refreshing for sure. Ok selection of beers on tap.

    We came to Skipper's for the Mrs. Maryland Club sandwich. The last time my wife and I were here, we…read moreremembered just how delicious this sandwich was, so we decided to make the trip back. We arrived around 6:30 PM and were surprised to see the parking lot pretty empty. We sat at the bar and were greeted quickly by the bartender, who took our drink order. Both of us ordered the Mrs. Maryland Club, which is made with shrimp salad, a crab cake, bacon, lettuce, and tomato. The sandwich arrived fairly quickly and looked good, but right away we noticed something seemed different from our last visit. The biggest disappointment was the size of the crab cake and amount of shrimp salad. The last time we were here, the crab cake covered the entire sandwich and shrimp salad was falling off the sandwich. It was one of the reasons we remembered it so fondly. This time, the crab cake was noticeably smaller just a little bigger than a golf ball the shrimp salad was just 7 baby shrimp and the chips I got maybe 12-15 chips and half of them were rubbery, overall the sandwich just didn't seem as substantial as we remembered. The little shrimp salad had good flavor, the bacon was cooked nicely, and everything tasted fresh. It just didn't live up to the memory of our previous visit, not worth $21 for sure. Service was friendly, and the food came out quickly. The atmosphere was relaxed, and as always, the waterfront location is a nice place to enjoy a meal. Overall, the Mrs. Maryland Club is still a good sandwich, but based on our experience, the portions seem to have gotten a lot smaller. We'll likely return again, but we hope to see the sandwich brought back to the size and quality that made it so memorable the first time.

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    Main inside room

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    Dockside Resturant & Sports Bar - Orange Cake (which was great, but I didn't catch the name)

    Dockside Resturant & Sports Bar

    3.6(136 reviews)
    5.3 mi
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    "Why did it have to snow tonight?! We're stuck in this hospital...when we should be following that…read moremonster's trail," Roberto DaCosta (Sunspot) shook with anger as he expressed a desire to seek revenge against who or what attacked their teammate, Danielle Moonstar, leaving her on an operating table on the brink of death. "Waste o' time, Bobby, you won't find the critter there," Sam Guthrie (Cannonball), the oldest of the teenagers that make up the New Mutants, responded, "It'll be here." "What are you talking about, Sam? Explain yourself!" "Stands t' reason, ever since we've known her, Dani's had a special fear of a spirit bear she said murdered her parents. None of us really really gave the story much credit, after all who believes in magic?" Sam paused oh so slightly before continuing. " 'Cept Illyana's a real witch, an' we fought demons and sorceresses. Maybe Dani wasn't kidding." Sam shifted his tone to reveal his evidence. "Illyana tells me Dani spent the last week or so in the Danger Room fighting bears! T'night, she walked out into a [winter] storm, alone, armed with a bow an' arrows an' wearing war paint! And got mauled. We were wrong t' doubt her. We should'a listened, we should'a seen the signs." Whenever my wife and I visit a restaurant or bar for the first time, whether we are there by ourselves or--in this case--treated to a meal by our favorite neighbors--I can count on her to sort through, heed, and pick up on every nuance in every aspect of culinary service that is there to be sensed. In this case, at the Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar at 421 Deale Road in Maryland, the food was mostly wonderful, and the prices were more than reasonable for this economy. What prevents Dockside from receiving at least four stars was primarily the service. Two orders of fries, one sweet potato and one regular, weren't hot; and although our waitress reluctantly brought one of the orders back to exchange it for a new batch, the fries didn't taste any warmer. Our other host ordered his crabcake lightly-fried, only for it to be brought out broiled. He still enjoyed it, but it wasn't exactly what he wanted or ordered. By the end of the meal, it became obvious that, if we return, we need to ask for Sarah, who, although she was tending the bar and wasn't even our waitress, still brought one of our neighbors a fresh cup of Pepsi Zero that she could take on our return trip home. Sarah also exhibited a great sense of humor, an attentiveness and an attention to detail, and, most importantly, remembered with pleasure our hosts, who have dined there frequently. Apart from the pumpkin cheesecake, which was so infused with nutmeg and pumpkin spice that even Linus from Peanuts couldn't have tasted the pumpkin, and the lukewarm fries, our meals were terrific. I devoured the perfectly-seasoned shrimp from the fried shrimp platter; everyone loved their onion rings and their cream of crab and Maryland crab soups; and we all agreed that the crabcakes, boiled and fried, were scrumptious.

    Yesterday I was in attendance with Sistehood the ambience was great the music was pumming,the food…read morewas tasty but ice tea was bitter, The service was fair saiding she had 8 Ladies to deal with , overall had a good time

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    Dockside Resturant & Sports Bar - The outer doors

    The outer doors

    Dockside Resturant & Sports Bar - Cream of Crab Soup!!!

    Cream of Crab Soup!!!

    Dockside Resturant & Sports Bar - Outside!

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