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    Harbor Shack

    3.7 (91 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Seafood
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Very loud
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Situated on the harbor the covered decks face the boat docs. Inside dining is also available.
    Debbie M.

    Touted as the locals place to eat, it is fabulously divvy! We had good service and enjoy dining on the deck that overlooks the marina. I ordered the Red Grapefruit Crush, which was very refreshing and delicious. Since we are in Maryland, we ordered the crab dip appetizer. It was creamy and is served in a bread bowl that you break apart to eat. It is a mess eat, but the dip is creamy and delicious. It has an undercurrent of sour cream or maybe cream cheese and it plenty to share with others. My husband had the fried shrimp for dinner with the veggie of the day, local corn on the cob. He said it was crispy and very good. I ordered the Maryland crabcake which was flaky with crab and I had a salad and the corn as well. All of it was prepared perfectly, came out quickly, and was sized perfectly. For dessert we shared the hot apple tart which is served with creamy cinnamon ice cream. Yum! Highly recommend Harbor Shack.

    Crab dip
    Ric T.

    This is a waterfront restaurant with a great open atmosphere. Stephanie and her mini crew were very accommodating. Good beer, great seafood, especially the crab dip and good discussion made this a very nice evening. There's also a gift shop and plenty of parking. Very casual dress.

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    Valerie S.

    My husband and I had lunch at Harbor Shack last summer with some friends. The restaurant is comfortable and welcoming and right on the water. The service was fast and friendly. The food was great (I had a really good steak, mac and cheese and salad), and the rum buckets were even better. I loved the cute little store across the parking lot as well. We usually go to Waterman's when we're in Rock Hall. I think I will push for Harbor Shack next time as it just had a newer and more laid back vibe to me.

    Chicken bacon ranch sandwich
    Puppycat U.

    Great service, food was very good, do recommend the chicken sandwich if you come here. All the locals love going here so you know that this is the spot

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    MaryLou B.

    Gorgeous place!! Inside under the roof in this open floor plan... no walls so there was a beautiful cross breeze! The staff is personable and have happy faces. No rush, casual atmosphere... almost feels like I'm on vacation!!! Ms Kay and Stephanie really make you feel like I'm having dinner at my family's house, kinda like a family reunion (except I have never been here). The crowd seems like it is hometown locals hangout type. Push some tables together and it's a family seating. We were a party of 9! And we had NO wait!!! We called ahead and Ms Kay said it would only take 10 minutes to get the table ready! We got there and it took less than 2 minutes! All the dishes were on point! So flavorful and savory! Huge portions! We all shared and did a tasting tour and there was smiles all around the table!!! I wish I could take this place to my town!!! It was a memorable experience :)

    Crab cake

    This place is really good I really enjoyed the crab this is a place that I recommend to others coming to rock hall

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    Great meal and great service! Had a delicious burger and quesadilla! Will be back again!

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    What a great way to celebrate spring! Great food, drinks and service. Happiness on a cloudy day! Chris

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    Great local hang out. Waterside draws in travelers. Good food., great service. All the staff enjoy their work

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    Excellent! Food (soft shell crab) drinks, and service (bartender)! So happy that we stopped there!

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    Lively atmosphere and great service! There is nothing sleepy about this joint. Great selection of daily specials. Will return!

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