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    Osprey Point Restaurant

    4.5 (49 reviews)
    PriceySeafood, Salad, Soup
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Sherine And David G.

    My husband took me there for Valentine's week end this year. We stayed for 3 nights. He booked us a gorgeous room, "the Escapade" that has breathtaking views of the Chesapeake Bay. The service: let me emphasize with vigor how far above and beyond the folks at the Osprey Point Inn go to make their guests happy. They have been bending over backwards to make our stay the best it could possibly be since the night of our arrival, always going the extra mile, always managing to surprise us with a thoughtful gesture. On a scale from one to ten, I give the service a 20. The restaurant: I'll say it flat out, the Inn's restaurant is the best restaurant of the area. I am a total foodie, I am from a long line of older foodies, and everyone in my family cooks, which makes me a pretty tough food critic. We have been dutifully sampling the local fare at other restaurants in the area, none of them even come close. Their Executive Chef, Matt Whitehair, is managing to be inventive and stay fresh in his approach to classics, while still staying true to what made them classics in the first place. The dishes are therefore never boring, while still maintaining their "comfort" factor. The main ingredient always shines, showcased by its accoutrements, but never lost in them. His tea smoked seared scallops are divine, and I seriously advise you to try them if you are in luck and they are on the menu. We are having dinner there again tonight, and I'm already looking forward to trying his lamb (served with a pear puree, glazed carrots and fingerling potatoes, and complemented with a gastrique reduction , if you please...). I also want to point out that I have a medical condition that forbids me to eat any type of nuts or seeds, and that the Chef himself took the time to accommodate the Valentine's menu to make my dining experience as good as it could be. In a nutshell, if you are in the area and want to have a seriously fantastic dinner, go to the Osprey Point. If you are not from the area and are looking for a comfortable romantic getaway where you can enjoy your wine and have a fine dining experience without having to worry about driving back to your hotel, go to the Osprey Point. Basically, just go to the Osprey Point.

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    Our table for six was ready on time. Food and service were excellent. Beautiful location. We will be back!

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    We enjoyed the lovely ambiance, the wonderful service and excellent food! We will definitely be back again.

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    Great meal, good service, nice ambiance. Enjoyed by all ages. It was great for mom's birthday dinner!

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    Waterman's Crab House - Their greasy and tasteless fried crab cake served on a soggy bun.

    Waterman's Crab House

    3.2(220 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Really good! It's open and it's delicious. Pretty…read moreunassuming inside and pretty great food. I got the ahi tuna appetizer and Greek salad and the ahi was fantastic. Everyone raved about it at the table. Others got a burger, mushroom hoagie, caesar salad (her favorite of the trip), and pulled pork sandwich. They all liked their meals! So, go ahead and try it.

    We have been going to Waterman's for over 25 years. We enjoy the view, especially when we can get a…read moretable in the summer next to the water, we enjoy watching the boats come and go, and we typically enjoy the food. But over the past year, things have changed. Prices are extremely high for what you are served and it just feels different, too. It used to be crowded all the time. Since the new owners have taken over, prices have risen and today, for the second time, we paid $130 for a dozen of what were supposed to be "large" crabs. Not even close! I brought this to the attention of our server who replied, "Geez, I'm really sorry about that. I'll mention it to the kitchen." That was it. No follow up. Nothing! Don't get me wrong, prices have risen everywhere and I don't mind paying a little more for food - as long as I don't feel like I am getting ripped off. This was not one of those times - very disappointing! On top of that, I watched some of the staff during our visit. Three young people pretty much stood at the hostess stand the entire time (2 hours) we were there. It was not a busy Sunday and you would think these employees could be doing something to help out our overextended server. Instead of just standing around waiting to put paper on table for crab eaters, or standing around waiting for someone to show up to be seated, why not get busy wrapping utensils in napkins, or fill the condiments in the buckets on each table, or clean off chairs vacated by patrons who were finished eating???? Something! I'm not sure we'll go back to Waterman's. What a shame. Driving for at least 90 minutes from Wilmington 5-6 times a year for over 25 years and spending at least $150 on each dining experience might have ended. Maybe we can find a new place where you don't feel like you're being taken advantage of.

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    Harris Crab House & Seafood Restaurant - A dozen medium Maryland crabs

    Harris Crab House & Seafood Restaurant

    3.7(997 reviews)
    11.8 mi
    $$

    Who doesn't love a good Maryland Blue Crab when the weather is hot and you just wanna sit by the…read morewater? Never been here to Harris Crab House, but my friends wanted to go. I've been to other places and loved them but this was a first time here. We parked and all you can smell is seafood and fish. Parking was decently easy. We walked in and asked to sit outside and was sent upstairs. Thought it a bit weird, but it was all good. We had nothing else going on on a Monday, and just wanted crabs. So we made our way upstairs and had to walk around a few corners to get to the bar before we self seated and found a table under these stairs. But the view! It was pretty, with the small lake or pond we were staring into. The whimsy breeze felt great against my skin and thankful there was an umbrella which shielded us from the hot sun. The tables were covered with craft paper. There were one server working the section. We ordered a Bloody Mary and a Paloma - who doesn't love a good cocktail on a hot day outside next to water? The menu is a decent size. We wanted the extra large crabs but they only had six left so we did half extra large and half large. We also ordered Mac and Cheese which turned out to be Kraft Mac and Cheese, Hush Puppies and also an order of Cole slaw. I was tired after trying to crack three crabs, but the flavors were great. I wish it had more of the orange eggs stuff but I guess we couldn't choose which type of crab they were and I had no orange eggs in the crab. But the flavors were good. I enjoyed the experience. It was pretty chill and just nice to be outside cracking teeth and sipping drinks.

    Well, really wish we had bothered to read our own review from nine years ago because we might have…read morequestioned coming here again. For some reason, we had nostalgic memories of this place, but it turns out that we pretty much had the same exact three-star experience. We just really wanted to bring our daughter back here since this spot in America plays a significant role in family lore. Unbelievably, it was raining again, but we waited for a table right by two windows, so water vibes were good. We got a couple local beers and while our server was nice, she also had a bit of an unceremonious manner that took us off guard. Not her fault, but we were total idiots and ordered the medium crabs. Why? WHY?! They are impossible to pick! And we even mentioned in our previous review the merits of ordering the jumbo ones to make life easy. Amateur hour!! We did order a few other crab-themed dishes, which made the meal more pleasant. The imperial crab was only OK, but the crab cakes were really something special. We got one fried and one broiled, and we would definitely recommend the latter. There was so much fresh crab and neither of them were greasy. As far as sides, the veggies were drowning in butter, and the corn on the cob tasted like it was cooked in a microwave. Fries were decent and the hush puppies weren't bad, but you know those came right out of a Sysco freezer bag. We got those nutter butter ice cream cone things again and they were terrible. The shell is hard as a rock and so is the flavorless vanilla ice cream underneath while the cone is rubbery soft. Quite the feat. Despite the ups and downs of the cuisine here, we had a really pleasant time as a family, and this place will always hold a soft (shell crab) spot in our hearts. While it's doubtful that we'll be back again, we're glad that we gave it a second go. Just remember: never order medium crabs!

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    Cantler's Riverside

    3.9(1.6k reviews)
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    If you're looking for an authentic Maryland blue crab experience, Cantler's is the place to go…read more Nestled along Mill Creek, which flows into the Severn River just outside Annapolis, this iconic waterfront crab house has been serving locals and visitors since 1974. The setting alone makes the trip worthwhile. A special thank you to our server, Christian, who was friendly, attentive, and made our visit even more enjoyable. Crabs are sold by the dozen and are typically available in Extra Large, Large, Medium, and Small sizes, depending on the day's catch. A chalkboard lets you know what's available, and seeing the live crabs in the dockside tanks leaves no doubt about how fresh they are. We ordered a dozen large blue crabs, along with an appetizer of longneck clams, a soft-shell crab sandwich, red potatoes, and a cup of clam chowder. Everything was fresh and delicious, and enjoying it while overlooking the water somehow made it taste even better. The menu offers plenty of seafood favorites, along with several "land lover" options for those who aren't in the mood for seafood. There is both indoor seating and covered outdoor seating, making it a great spot regardless of the weather. Be prepared to grab a mallet and get to work cracking your crabs--it's all part of the fun and a true Maryland tradition. The Cantler family has worked in the seafood industry for five generations, and the restaurant remains family-owned today. It's considered a Maryland institution and is proudly featured on the Maryland Crab & Oyster Trail. If you want the real Chesapeake Bay crab house experience--not a tourist gimmick--Cantler's should be at the top of your list.

    Can'tler's never has ever disappointed! So let's talk about it…read more.. Location: you may seem to be driving to nowhere but when you get there the views are relaxing and calming. (Tip: Go early or during the weekday to secure outdoor seating) Service: the service is above average to good. (Tip: Practice patience the servers are juggling multiple tables in a small space but overall the servers and everyone else does really well) Ambiance: Waterfront dining with an old school look for the inside dining. It's a classic look. Food; YUMMY DELICIOUS (Tip: Hushpuppies with honey butter go with everything) Yes they have crabs, shrimp, scallop and more!! Before you leave go downstairs and see the live crabs in their open water pools and take a seat and enjoy the breeze and boats sailing by. Would I go back? Do you have to ask?!?&? I would and I have!

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