25 Essential Ocean City Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Ocean City.
Sunrise Diner
Maryland
an everyday essential breakfast restaurant address in Ocean City, pairing editorial magnetism with a Beam Score of 87.6.
Sahara Cafe
Maryland
Seasonal institution, serving hearty breakfasts & lunches in a Grateful Dead-accented setting.
Layton's Family Restaurant 16th St
Maryland
Kid-friendly eatery serving diner classics & creative donuts in a roomy space with a nautical-theme.
Liquid Assets
Ocean City, Maryland
Casual dining room offers food next to its storefront selling wine & craft beer.
Hooked
Ocean City, Maryland
Upscale restaurant serving New American fare paired with craft beers, wine & house cocktails.
Seaside Deli Beer & Wine
Ocean City, Maryland
Service options: Delivery, In-store pickup, Onsite services, Takeout. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating. Amenities.
Belly Busters
Ocean City, Maryland
Simple, long-standing seasonal OC fixture, serving crabs & other seafood & subs, with beer & wine.
General's Kitchen
Ocean City, Maryland
Known for its creamed chipped beef, this longtime diner also serves other lunch faves & breakfast.
Crab Bag
Ocean City, Maryland
Bustling outlet offering all-you-can-eat crabs & local favorites in a large, no-frills dining room.
Delmarva Boil Company
Ocean City, Maryland
Simple take-out option providing traditional boils with seafood & sausage combinations.
Cafe Mirage
Ocean City, Maryland
Colorful cafe with outdoor seating dishing up creative American comfort fare, seafood & sandwiches.
Albertino's Brick Oven Eatery
Ocean City, Maryland
A menu featuring pizzas & American fare in a family-friendly setting with bar seating & sports TV.
Pablo’s Bowls 17th Downtown OC
Ocean City, Maryland
Colorful juice & smoothie shop with açaí bowls, savory fusion snacks & a surf-shack ambiance.
Annabelle's BBQ & Creamery
Ocean City, Maryland
Down-home joint serving classic Southern comfort food including BBQ meat plates, cornbread & shakes.
Tequila Mockingbird
Ocean City, Maryland
This festive bar & grill offers over 100 kinds of tequila & a variety of classic Mexican dishes.
Ropewalk Ocean City
Ocean City, Maryland
Relaxed & spacious island oyster house, seafood restaurant & bar offering more than 100 beers.
Bull on the Beach
Ocean City, Maryland
Steak, ribs, open-pit beef & more in a down-to-earth restaurant serving craft beer.
Mione's Pizza & Italian Restaurant 67th Street
Ocean City, Maryland
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
DeVito's Italian Deli & Sub
Ocean City, Maryland
Modest, family-run stop for Italian-style subs on house-baked bread, plus thin-crust pizza.
Captain's Table Restaurant and Bar
Ocean City, Maryland
Modern option in the Courtyard by Marriott with a refined American menu focused on seafood & steak.
Buxy's Salty Dog Saloon
Ocean City, Maryland
This casual sports bar is a hangout for Pittsburgh fans, with pub fare & music in summer.
Malia's Cafe
Ocean City, Maryland
Health-conscious sandwiches & more served in a cheery, oceanside locale in the Spinnaker hotel.
Angler Restaurant & Bar
Ocean City, Maryland
All-day menus specializing in seafood, in a family-friendly setting with a patio & boat-shaped bar.
Skye Bar & Grille
Ocean City, Maryland
Quirky hot spot highlighting creative American fare in a contemporary setting with a rooftop bar.
Soriano's Restaurant & Coffee Shop
Ocean City, Maryland
Breakfast & lunch spot offering traditional American comfort grub in a warm, old-school atmosphere.