I was here for an event. With a group of people. So they prepared a buffet. I loved the crabcake. The catfish Nuggets were good as well. I had a combination of food. This is at a very good location and they have regular entertainment. Outside is amazing with seating and a Tiki bar. I would love to come back if I was staying overnight. This is quite a bit away from my county. Two hours away. Would be ok for a day trip. Very scenic views while driving down. Otherwise this place is amazing. Definitely enjoyed my meal. read more

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One of the best seafood restaurants in the state, Old Salty's is an annual destination for our group. This time we sat outside, and the bartender/server took great care of us. The decking looked brand new and everything is well maintained. The food came out quickly, and our burgers were all just as ordered. My picky friend praised the Old Bay wings (I've never heard him even say they were good anywhere else) and the drinks were kept full. Watch the tide schedule coming and going. We had to navigate some high water on the road on the way out! If it's going to be high tide while you're there, have an extra drink or two to pass the time until the tides recede. read more

Old Salty's - Menu - Seafood Near Me - Fishing Creek, Maryland

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I will grant you that the location is a bit out of the way, but if you are a crabcake aficionado, it is worth the drive. My dinner companion, a Baltimore boy (read: extremely particular about crabcakes) gave Old Salty's crabcakes five stars: "all crab, no filler, and just enough mayonnaise to hold the shape together. Exceptional!" And I am going to recommend the Oreo Smith Island cake, along with the beautiful outdoor seating. There happened to be a live music duo playing when we were there on Sunday, and the volume was ideal, because I didn't have to raise my voice to be heard. Definitely worth the trip! read more

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Haven't been back to Old Salty's in way too long, and it was a nice sunny winter day for a drive. We had the jumbo lump crab cake with two sides and the jumbo lump imperial, with two sides, and of course the proper adult beverages. Everything was delicious, and the service was excellent. Our server was Chaney and she was knowledgeable, attentive without being intrusive, and very pleasant. We will come back again - maybe sooner this time! read more

Old Salty's - MD jumbo lump crab cake, mac and cheese, cucumber & onions salad (not shown). - Seafood Near Me - Fishing Creek, Maryland

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Driving from Easton to Upper Hooper Island is a grand experience in and of itself. The bucolic, pastoral scenery takes our breath away every time. The pot of gold at the end of our drive is Old Salty's. Try the fish bites! Try whatever specials they're offering that day. You can't go wrong. Service is prompt and orders are delivered with care. read more

Very Disappointed--Drove 3hours--very excited--Hee-Haw party--No Crab cakes, Etc. Waitress said should have called first--Do you need call McDonalds to find out serving hamburgers that day? Local said food not that good. read more

Swung by on a Saturday drive around 1230 and had a seat outside in the gorgeous weather with great views. People started really rolling in around 1 and the bartender was doing her best attending to everyone she really did a good job. I had the grilled fish tacos two of them come with the meal along with some chips and salsa. They were good and the dessert with the ice cream, funnel cake and ole bay!!! Was shockingly delish. The performer today on 14 September was exceptional! Great views, great vibes, great drinks, and solid food. read more

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Some places, you really have to want to get there. Old Salty's is on the way to literally nowhere - the land ends not far past it. But it's worth the drive! The view of the water and sunset is excellent. We were there just before the delightful patio opens for the season, but we had a table by the garage door windows. They were closed but I imagine it's fantastic when open. We decided to try the soft crab bites - we chose deep fried, though they are also available broiled. Really tasty! Our dinners were great - I had hand breaded, butterflied fried jumbo shrimp and fries; my husband had a perfectly cooked hamburger steak. We tried 3 of the crush drink specials... little sweet for my taste, but when in Maryland, amirite? Our server was attentive and so friendly. While everything at our table was pretty perfect, we overheard the table behind us having some kind of issue. Didn't hear exactly what. But the staff bent over backwards to make it right - it was clear they cared deeply about customer satisfaction. We will absolutely be back. It's a one of a kind, must experience destination in Dorchester County. read more

Old Salty's - Literally in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay. - Seafood Near Me - Fishing Creek, Maryland

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This has been one of my top three Maryland seafood restaurants for years. Amazing food and great service have been the norm, but the food on my last visit showed some cracks in the foundation. The cream of crab was more cream of celery than anything and was topped not with lump or even backfin crab but something that resembled what is leftover from picking a crab. It wasn't fresh and not enjoyable. Yeah, it was winter and I guess what I got for the price was reasonable at $10. The "topped" (stuffed) oysters, which have always been one of my absolute favorite seafood dishes, was horribly disappointing this go-around. They used to serve six hand-sized oysters topped with what was seriously about a half pound of jumbo lump imperial and a gooey cheese topping. This time it looked as if they counted three lumps per oyster. Additionally, the oysters used to be the size of golf balls - this time they were shriveled and tiny - about a tablespoon in size. They were the same $30 price point they've always been. Not a good value this time. I got the vibe that the place is under new ownership - there's a new bar and outside Tiki-style patio. Maybe I am wrong. I left sad. read more

Old Salty's - Way smaller than they used to be and very chincy on the crabmeat for $30. - Seafood Near Me - Fishing Creek, Maryland

This is a very nice place. The food was awesome. I had hot wings that were perfectly cooked. I don't like that sometimes the wings aren't cooked enough. These were perfect. The sauce could be a little spicier, but that's why I bring my own. I think some places don't have real spicy wings because some people can't handle it and want their money back, and that's why you have to sign a waiver when you order them. Do better people. They also have live entertainment, outdoor seating and an outdoor bar. I will go back. read more

I've heard of this place for years, so made it a destination while in the area. It literally is the only restaurant in this waterman's town. The view and the proprietor are nice. I ordered the crab imperial, crispy brussels with a balsamic drizzle, and stewed tomatoes. It sounds good, but that's just descriptive writing! The food was mediocre and the portions small for the cost. It was just an overpriced meal and only worth the trip because my curiosity was satisfied. read more

We went to Old Salty's, back in 2017 or 2018, and could not understand the hype. All four of our dishes were bland or just horrible. Very unsettling to pay those prices for crap food. We have not been back since. Recently, I was on a motorcycle ride, and this was where they picked for lunch. My first instinct was to not go, but then I thought maybe it was just a bad evening for us, and they are good otherwise. Eight of us sat down and ordered our food. Some have had a decent experience, and others were similar to ours. I decided to get the prime rib sandwich, and others got a variety of crab cake sandwiches as well as smash burgers and crab cakes. First thing that annoyed a couple of us was that they brought out half of our food on a serving tray and set it on a stand next to another table of people, while they waited for the rest of our food to be ready. It sat there well over 5 minutes and when I got my food, it was not even warm. I had to ask for the horseradish that was supposed to be on my prime rib sandwich. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by the taste of it and the fact that it was juicy. Most agreed that their food was good, although a few did complain that it was very small crab cake sizes for the price. We normally go to one of four or five other places and for the same or less, we get crabcakes that are at least 50% larger. At the end of the day, I will never go out of my way to go here as it is not a destination experience in my opinion. But, if we are down that way and hungry, I will go in and eat as the overall experience was much better than the first time. Service was below average between the food sitting, having to ask multiple times for condiments, and never being asked if I wanted a refill of my drink. My guess is that they got filled up pretty quick with customers and all the orders overwhelmed the staff, so I am not going to hold that against them. read more

Our party of three drove the 26 miles from Cambridge to old saltys On Hooper Island. The drive is very relaxing and tranquil with all the farmland, marshes and different water views. We arrived a few minutes after they opened at noon and were pleasantly greeted and seated in the main dining area at a table with a great view of tar Bay and the western shore. I inquired about the restaurant changing hands in the last few years and the experienced waitress provided all pertinent information. We all opted for the jumbo lump crabcake with different sides and an order of their brussels sprouts as an appetizer Service was very prompt and the brussels sprouts were without a doubt the best we have ever had. The jumbo lump crabcakes were exactly as advertised with no filler, and perfectly seasoned to complement the lump crab. I asked if the onion rings were homemade, and the waitress said no, but that they were very good and she was spot on, as close to homemade as you can get and perfectly fried. The coleslaw was the sweet variety and again perfectly seasoned and very fresh. The corn pudding was a different variety than we are used to and While passable, it was not what we were expecting. The homemade yeast rolls were delicious and the waitress said we could have as many as we wanted, but one was sufficient with all the other food. The restaurant is accessible by boat, and the new owners have added a large outdoor patio area with its own bar and nine big picnic tables and dog friendly. By the time we departed, the restaurant was beginning to get busy, not bad for a Wednesday. If I could figure out how to give half stars, I would gladly give it and will look forward to our next visit. read more

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Service was okay but the food is so disappointing. Our snake had entrée with onion rings and coleslaw. Served in a paper basket, a little fillet, five onion rings and a little cup of coleslaw. Not saying the food was bad just not memorable enough for me to take the drive all the way down to old Salty's . Not what he used to be. Tried it once that's enough. read more

The food at Old Saltys had always been good. But, the last time, we waited 50 minutes for our food. When it arrived, the rockfish was cold on the edges and Luke warm throughout. We visited on 10/5. The quality of the food was not good this time and there were very few people getting dinner. read more

Terrible service. Several other people that came in after us were served. The female "waitress" looked directly at us and never came over. The male bartender/"waiter" walked right past us and never offered to take our order either. We eventually got up and left. Disappointed, won't be back and will make sure to tell our family and friends not to come back either (we're all Maryland locals fyi). As we left I told a female who worked inside and she was just as snooty and said she was sorry that happened, looked me up and down and did not offer to rectify the situation. She did however finish my sentence before I could explain others were waited on first so it must be a known issue! read more

Updated review. This is the first visit this year to Old Salty's. It is under new ownership; some changes and improvements have been made, and most of them seem to be for the better. We arrived late on Sunday afternoon and were able to grab a nice window table overlooking the patio. The outside space is all new: it is surfaced with nice pavers and there is a tiki bar, plus picnic tables with umbrellas. They have a separate patio menu. I'm glad to report that the food is still delicious. They make the warm yeast rolls there daily. If anything, the service has improved. Our young server, Lainey J, was so pleasant, and she checked on us often. The food came out promptly. I ordered broiled shrimp and scallops, and they were delicious. It was a nice, large pirtion. My friend ordered a special, Steak Oscar. It was not a traditional rendering of this dish, but it was delicious. The steak was perfect and it was covered in a delicioys sauce with crab and diced sweet red peppers. They have live music out back on Saturday nights. We appreciated the more calm & quiet Sunday afternoon vibe. It was a great meal. read more

Liked the crab cakes, corn pudding, fries and salad. Great friendly service. Amazing place to enjoy Eastern Shore sunset. Sorry we cannot stick around to try the oysters and other options. Thankfully, the fans keep mosquitoes at bay. read more

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My wife grew up visiting her grandfather who made weekly trips to Deale island to check on a rental property and purchase crab cakes. My mother taught piano lessons to the family that owned Anne Arundel Seafood. My wife and I have had hundreds of crab cakes from the time we were just little kids. We both agree, Old Salty's makes The Best Crabcake. Our server Lauren did a great job. The restaurant is a bit out of the way. They might be short staffed. I recommend you look past the shortcomings and just order a jumbo lump crab cake. read more

Old Salty's - JLCC. That's what you need to try, the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake. - Seafood Near Me - Fishing Creek, Maryland

This seafood establishment is a bit of a drive from Cambridge down the Hooper peninsula/island. Large facility with outdoor music band deck and bar with a serene view of the Chesapeake Bay. I had cup of Maryland crab soup, fried oysters and shrimp in garlic-cheese. All were delicious and reasonably priced. The staff were attentive and prompt. I highly recommend Old Salty's. read more

This really doesn't have to do with the restaurant but the crab meat they sell in containers is god awful. More shells than crab meat and that's not an exaggeration. I added a picture blow of what I got out of a cup of crab soup I made with it.....also found a gill in there. Worst product I've spent $28 on. read more

Old Salty's - a wooden floor with a pile of food on it - Seafood Near Me - Fishing Creek, Maryland

My happy place. I've lived in Places like Princeton NJ, Downtown Denver CO, Whitefish MT. These are my peeps. This is my place. My expectations are the beer is cold the food comes out when it's ready to be served, we get to see Mary, and the views are Rediculous year round. Sunsets are no joke. New owners are committed and immersed. Eastern Shore through and through. Unlike Vermont where they literally hate you when you visit and will never accept you, these folks are kind and like to see you return. They just may call you by name if they remember it Next go round. Don't come here armed with your Zagat, Yelp, Google and Michelin reviews like it's your super power and your goal is to conquer and ruin. Take a step back, and relax. Learn to enjoy and be patient. This is a wonderful example of the Eastern Shore experience if you allow it to be. read more

I want to personally thank Mike and Melinda and the rest of the staff. I came over from western shore and beached my ski in a storm on a saturday and walked down to the restuarant. After wondering who the creepy guy at the bar was all night I told them my story and they my ride wouldn't be there til 1-2am. They really went out of their way to cheer me up and offer help. They invited me to come down the road with everyone for karaoke til my ride got there and even towed my ski to the ramp the next day. They are the kind of people I love to support. As an added bonus, the food is great. You can't go wrong with the crabcake. They have a wide selection of drinks. The view is one of the best on the bay and they really have the outside set up nice with picnic tables and cornhole and a stage for a band. If you come here on the weekend at sunset, you won't be disappointed. Can't wait to be back. read more

I really wanted to like this place, particularly after hearing wonderful things about it. I planned a day with my fiancee around having lunch here. We went to Blackwater, and then finished the drive down to Old Salty's. It's really the /only/ restaurant around -- heck, it's really the only business around -- and you won't find anything else in this direction (I know, we tried). Heading back north, you're not going to find anything else until you hit Cambridge. Yea, spoiler: our romantic, fun day ended with us both starved and wolfing down hamburgers in the parking lot of a Wendy's in Cambridge. The restaurant is cute, and looks to be in fairly good shape, if a little dated. It's roughly on the water, though it's a bit far back from the shore itself (maybe 1000' or so?). We were seated in the mostly empty restaurant, with only 3-4 other families there. Unfortunately, there was also a large party of bikers at the bar. They were crammed off to the side, and also outside, and other than noticing the number of motorcycles, they didn't really register; the place seemed fairly empty. The staff were friendly and nice, and we were seated quickly. Got drinks and cornbread -- the cornbread was a little cakelike and sweet, but whatever. After about a half hour of waiting, the waitress popped by to tell us that it would be a little while longer. After another half hour, we got up and left. All told, we sat in the restaurant for maybe 90-minutes.... with nothing to show for it but some mediocre cornbread and a soda. (As an aside, they didn't charge us which was very nice; our waitress honestly looked like she expected this, and from reading deeper into the reviews, it looks like this is a pretty common thing here). There's a lot of ways they could have addressed this earlier on that would have helped. If they had told us, when we sat down, that the kitchen was a bit overwhelmed... well, we might have still left, but it would have been without hard feelings -- as it stands now, I don't think we'll ever go back. They could have suggested ordering drinks or appetizers. Heck, I've been at places with a similar situation where they simply brought out appetizers on the house, though that's hardly expected. This was just a bungled mess. We drove out to the end of the road, hoping to see if there's anything else. There isn't. When we drove back past it, there was one of the other waiting tables getting in their car - they can't possibly have eaten in that time span, and they were there well before us (they had a kid who was extremely restless and complain-y). If anyone wants to open a seafood restaurant just down the road from them, provided you don't make people wait for eons, you'd probably make a killing. :) read more

The appetizer (seafood nachos), soup (MD crab), entree (jumbo lump crab cake) and sides (stewed tomatoes, corn pudding) were absolutely delicious and our server was sweet and efficient. Plus, we saw a gorgeous sunset to boot! read more

I really hate giving three stars to this restaurant. The food was very good. Grilled pork chops, mashed potatoes and cucumber salad. If I was just rating the food, it would be five stars Unfortunately, from the time we ordered to the food arriving...one hour and five minutes! That's one Star. Average is three stars. I won't be back. read more

We, ate there last night Sept 7th 2024. That was the worse dinner we had. We, ordered two taco salads that had nothing on it but lettuce in a shell with cheese and corn ( not a taco salad ). I, Sent mine back with Refund. 1 corn pudding floating in liquid that was nasty. Two crab cakes that were no bigger then 50 cent peaces. Never got any rolls or anything offered. This wasn't our first time thier. We, brought my daughter who had never been and wanted to go because we had a great first time. truly a disappointment. read more

Beautiful drive to and atmosphere in the restaurant. Nice outdoor patio with tables to eat. We had snakehead fish bites for an appetizer and they were delicious. We both had the fish and chips for our meals. The fish was very good and good portions. The fries were also good. I had coleslaw for a side which was not great but okay. Our server was very nice and a local islander. The service was adequate but not fast which was fine as we were not in a hurry. Most restaurants nowadays are understaffed and this one is no exception. Take your time and enjoy the scenery. The prices are good especially for a seafood restaurant and the location. read more

My husband and I are eastern shore locals and have eaten here twice now, once last year and once since new ownership. During our most recent trip we sat outside on the patio which was lovely! They have industrial fans blowing, palm trees, a bonfire pit, stage, water view and sandy area with corn hole boards. The food was delish and 100% better than our first time visiting. We got seared scallops with mashed potatoes and cucumber salad, fried brussell sprouts, and loaded taters. I would have given 5 stars if it wasn't for the terrible service. When we walked in a girl at the hostess stand said we could sit anywhere we like, including outside. It took at least 15 minutes for the same girl to bring us menus and take our drink order. From there the service just got worse. She took my husband's empty drink for a refill but forgot to bring it back, forgot requested condiments when dropping off food and despite acknowledging forgetfulness never returned with said condiments, dropped off one singular napkin for the two of us, and never returned for drink refills or to see how our food was. I had to stop her for the check which was dropped off without a pen for signing. She even left a serving tray on our table after dropping off food to another patron. I'm usually very empathetic to people in the service industry as I know how short staffed everyone is but I felt the service was a little ridiculous considering less than half the tables were occupied at the time. Despite the service, I would definitely return and give them another chance! read more

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Old Salty's restaurant is the best place in the island for seafood specially the crab cakes. Also my wedding reception was at old Salty's it was the most beautiful wedding in the island, the food was out of this world. We party so hard, we ROCK that place. I highly recommend this place for weddings, birthdays, and more . The best restaurant in the island""Delicious Food"" read more

We got takeout on thanksgiving. Wow. This was an amazing meal. Crab cakes, oysters, and soft shell crabs to start. Turkey, roast beef, stuffing, mashed potatoes, green beans. It was all absolutely delicious. Eating on the water out back was also amazing. The only negative was the pumpkin pie was terrible. But everything else outweighed that. read more

We had reservations for 3:30. We were seated at 3:50. The food did jot arrive until 6:00. Our waitress disappeared for over an hour. No one came to tell is there was an extreme delay. When the food was brought out, we were told they had run out of baked potatoes. Never again. Everyone around us had waited at least two hours for their food to be brought to the table. read more

I saw this place in Only in Maryland website. I really wanted to give this place 5 stars because I love going to seafood spots in Kent Island. First draw was oysters had alot of clay sand grey stuff, no ice, no horse radish made my girl sick. food took 44 min for us to walk off. The girls at the front door were so sweet let me leave without my order,, but paid for my hat from gift shop and oyster and drinks. The drive is worth it but because no competition they can do what they want. but shouldn't. They need a need rebuild and new driveway parking on mud is bad. There was a large party I think the cooks were overwhelmed. 2.5 stars. read more

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I love the food and service here. It was well worth the drive. One of my go-to places when I visit Maryland. I havent had a bad meal here yet. read more

We have been to Old Salty's several times and in the past, the service has been good and the food good for the price. We understand that it is under new ownership. We took a trip by boat with three other couples on Memorial Day weekend and called in advance for a reservation. When we got there, the table was not ready and they had to find some menus (???). They found two and bought them out for a table of eight. The restaurant was only about 1/3 full. Someone took our drink order. The waitress came by and said that they were short-handed, she was a waitress and she was just called in to help out, although she had waited on us on a previous visit when she was there helping out. They had put two tables together for the eight of us, but for some reason separated the tables on the order. We all waited for our food at least an hour when finally I asked if we could have some rolls as we were all hungry. Finally, at about the 2-hour mark, the soup and appetizers were brought out for two of the couples in our group. We were told the soup for our table was to be out soon. After about another 1/2 hour, I went and found the waitress and she said that our food was up next. We waited again and no soup, no food. The food for the other two couples was delivered, but the other four of us still didn't get anything served. I asked again and was told it was up next. Meantime, tables around us were getting food served. Finally, the four of us had had it and didn't even feel like eating a meal there so we told the other two couples that we were done and would meet them at the boat. They were very understanding about this because they were so disgusted too. I found the waitress and told her that we were not waiting any longer and was told that our food was "up next" again. She pointed the owner out to me and my husband and the other couple were talking to him. The only thing he said was he was sorry and that they were short-handed. My husband and I have never walked out on a restaurant meal before, but this experience was unbelievable. We were there for three hours and the only thing we got was our drinks and rolls. The other two couples that actually got their food didn't get the correct sides or didn't get them at all and the steak that was ordered medium well came out bloody and cold. The fried seafood platter that was $39.95 was left sitting on the table because the breading was just falling off of it. They were totally disgusted that they had paid $175 for four people for a pretty bad meal. The waitress told the two couples that got their food that the soup that was ordered for us was to be brought out with the meals which was not the case. One in our party ordered an appetizer as a meal and ask that it be brought out with the meals, not the soup. Either way, waiting that long to be served in a restaurant is totally unacceptable. The only thing that we can figure is that the order for the four of us got lost. Okay, that happens, but wouldn't you think that when we kept asking about our meal that someone would check to see what was happening. Needless to say, we will not be going back. Very disappointing as it appeared that they had added a outside bar and beach area and it is a great place to go to by boat. The owner could have salvaged the situation if he would have a least said, let me check on your meal, or let me comp something for you. Total lack of concern for the customer's experience. Very poor management! read more

Very Very Disappointed! The wait for our food was 90 minutes. We only had 3 people in our group and were the only people in the place. My husband's meal was wrong when it came out. Meals were missing the sides that were ordered. Seafood nachos had very little toppings. The outdoor tiki bar and outdoor seating would probably be a fun place to hang out and have drinks. Just don't order any food. read more

Went to Old Saltys on the recommendation of one of my friends who had gone to school here . The restaurant was an old schoolhouse turned into a restaurant and bar in Fishing Creek, an authentic watermans village. This is a very local restaurant where everyone knows everyone. As much as I wanted to like the cream of crab soup. I did not. The roof of my mouth is still burnt from how hot the soup was. I found no hint of dry sherry and the soup was thick like flour had been added to it. Soup was pasty tasting. My friend said it was the consistency of potato soup. No rich cream of crab soup here. The crab cake was okay . I picked three shells out of the crab cake so I know it was homemade. The crab was backfin crab meat . If you wanted lump crab meat you needed to pay more. The crab cake was served with a ramekin of cocktail sauce however I would have preferred tartar sauce but the bartender just drops food and never checks on you again. She is also serving the main dining room as well. Sitting at the bar we had no view of the water. So I could have been anywhere. My friend thought the restaurant looked like a large cafeteria in the dining area. A local sitting at the bar said on weekends when its busy they are allowed to pour their own draft beer because the bartender is so busy taking care of the dining room. The restaurant needs a serious update. Wasn't feeling this restaurant . Outrageously expensive. I don't mind paying any price for good food and service but this was overly expensive . read more

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This is not a funky, fun, fish shack. The decor is sad and dated and the plastic plates and flimsy cutlery are probably the cheapest you can buy. But for the food: yes, the rolls are good. The salad was a salad. The crab cake was good but with frozen crab. Odd, because at another place near Cambridge the crab was fresh. OK but wouldn't go out of my way again. And it is out of the way. read more

Old Salty's is a cute seafood restaurant located in Fishing Creek, MD. It's a little seaside town off of Hoopers Island road, and while it takes about 2.5 hours to get there, it's a solid restaurant to go to if you're in the Eastern Shore area. It's a no-frill place that is known for their Deluxe Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and their Prime Rib. Unfortunately, their Prime Rib is only served on Fridays and Saturdays. However, we ordered their crabcakes, Stuffed Shrimp, and 1/2 a pound of Steamed Shrimp as an appetizer. The crabcakes had nice juicy bits of crab meat, not as much breading/fillings, and it was more of a mound-shape rather than the softball-shape I am used to at Faidley's. I think it would have been good with some hot sauce, but I tried it as how the restaurant served it up. It came with a side of cocktail sauce that had a kick to it (one of the best tasting cocktail sauce I've tasted!). The stuffed shrimp were basically lump crab wrapped around a shrimp - 3 pieces come with with a side of spicy cocktail sauce. They were slightly liquidy from the crab meat juice. The steamed shrimp were a good size, sprinkled with Old Bay seasoning after it was steamed. I think it would have been good if they steamed it with the seasoning so there would have been more flavor throughout the shrimp. All in all, you can tell that each of the seafood was fresh and had a slight ocean-y taste. Each of the platters come with 2 choices of sides and their homemade roll; we had the french fries, the baked pineapple, corn on the cob, and coleslaw. The french fries were forgettable (you would have to add your own salt/pepper); the baked pineapple was great as a dessert (not too sweet; chunks of pineapple in a pound cake consistency); the corn on the cob tasted a bit odd, and not the sweet corn as I was hoping for, so that wasn't finished; and, the coleslaw had a nice tang and was delicious. The rolls were small, but nice and soft! Service was okay, and the prices were reasonable for a seafood place. You can see the creek behind the place, which gives you a nice view. There's also a little gift shop with Old Salty's t-shirts and other little country-esque knick knacks. Driving 2.5 hours may be a stretch, but definitely a place to try out if you ever were in the area. +crabcakes (no fillers) +baked pineapple +coleslaw read more

If I could give a 0 star, I would. After arriving, our party of 4 were told it would be 40 minutes before we could be seated. The next party of 4 came in immediately after us and were told the same thing. After 30 minutes of waiting and watching 3 other parties of 4 come in after us and get waited on, we asked the waitress when we could get waited on and her response was, I don't know. Never offered us water or rolls or anything. Well at this point, we knew that racism is still alive and well and got up and left. I was raised here and have been living away for 30 years. The owner of this restaurant is my high school classmate so this was very disheartening. Shame on you for hiring people, that are of this caliber. You have not only lost 4 customers, 2 of whom were a retired veteran and his wife, but a lot of future customers for whom had been asking them about Old Salty's. #DontPreJudgeYourCustomers #SocialMediaCanHaveAnAdverseImpact #PeopleOfColorDontHaveToTakeThis #AfricanAmericanProfessionalReview read more