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.

The food was good. The Boom Boom shrimp are fantastic. The crab dip is above average. The service…read morehowever is terrible. The bartender is also the waitress. They need to hire another person. Water was forgotten to be delivered after being told to bring it. It was not done on purpose it is just she is trying to do too much.

Jen and staff are amazing. Food is always great. Love the daily specials on the chalk board. Very…read moreaccommodating to my family and my 2 year old.

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.

Great service and prices. Food/menu is great as well. My favorite is the chicken Caesar wrap.read more

I ordered an omelet, and it took about 27 minutes to arrive. When it finally came out, the hash…read morebrowns were burned, and the vegetables inside the omelet were barely cooked. It looked like they had just been tossed in without being properly sautéed. I took photos of the meal because I was disappointed with both the quality and the preparation. Based on this experience, I don't plan to return

The service and waitress was wonderful. The ambiance was perfect but the crab cake I got was…read moredisappointing considering it mention lump. I did not get a lump crab cake, what I received was a crab cake filled with mayo.

I've been going here for years. Always a pleasant experience. Wonderful and accommodating staff…read more Fresh food choices with good menu items to select from. I recommend this restaurant to others, who enjoy a good Waterfront Restaurant and good quality dishes.

"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

Located on the sand at North Beach only open during summer has the best Double bacon, cheese burger…read moreanywhere. Their fry's tast like the old fashion real ones. They also have great hot dogs and Nachos. What could be better than a day at the beach and a burger.

Okay this place put me in a stupor after eating all their good food and drinks…read more Don't hate me but I can't remember our waitress name or the name of the drinks I had (bad-yelpper) I know terrible. But the experience was great; Nice ambience and awesome customer service... Just take my word for it and go eat @ this Latin/Mexican spot... And go on an empty stomach and be ready to wanna buy everything on the menu !!!!!

We come up to deale to visit family. This is one of their regular places they eat. I now know why!…read moreTiny little restaurant with something phenomenal food. It's so small, most people get it to go. We got to guacamole and Puerto Rican sampler for appetizers. And I got a burger. My wife kept the roasted pork with rice and beans. Everything we got was super flavorful nice portions. Services great, but the real star of the show are the margaritas! From the spicy margarita to their season one, they were great. Overall, this is a phenomenal place to eat if you're in the area, give it a try.

Food is okay. Service is okay. Ambiance has a relaxed and casual vibe, and when dinning here it's…read moreself serve. Order off the menu at the counter and pay. They'll bring your order when it's ready.

Great local market and grill spot with convenient hours. Wine beer and sundries. Get your grill on!…read more Summer peak is busiest as this is the only spot in town. If ordering online, beware the wait time is not reflected on the app online ordering system. Nice small place you can eat in. They have a dining room room, restrooms, chips, groceries boat supplies, and most importantly bait.