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while you dine dockside. Largest Tiki bar in OC
with daily and nightly entertainment. A very kid
friendly atmosphere including a bounce house
and pirate ship. Jet ski rentals on location.
DOUGH ROLLER
South Division & Boardwalk · 410-289-3501
3rd Street & Boardwalk · 410-289-2599
41st Street & Coastal Hwy. · 410-524-9254
70th Street & Coastal Hwy. · 410-524-7981
Dine-in and carry-out. Breakfast served at 3rd,
41st and 70th Street locations-omelets, butter-
milk pancakes, creamed chipped beef. South
Division serving up Dayton's Boardwalk
Famous Fried Chicken. NEW Dayton's Carry-
Out location beside 70th Street Dough Roller.
EMBERS RESTAURANT
24th Street & Coastal Highway
410-289-3322 · www.embers.com
The Embers is stepping it up again with their
Famous ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SEAFOOD AND
PRIME RIB BUFFET! New buffet selections
from our new Executive Chef and Sous Chef
paired expertly with all the old favorites! MAS-
SIVE CRAB LEGS, LARGE SHRIMP, and
over 100 additional items including our Raw
Bar, Steamed Clams, various fish selections
and lots of options for the non seafood eater as
well! Includes a wide variety of children's
selections like FRESH DOUGH PIZZA tossed
right in front of you, and a continuous array of
delicious surprises from the kitchen daily. The
Embers also offers an excellent HAPPY
HOUR with some of the lowest drink prices
and discounts on selected items from the buf-
fet until 6 p.m. in our bar! Open daily at 4 p.m.
FAGER'S ISLAND RESTAURANT& BAR
201 60th Street On The Bay
888-371-5400 · www.fagers.com
Fager's Island is an award-winning popular
bayfront restaurant where lunch is a forgivable
habit, dinner an event and sunsets unforget-
table. Lite fare lunch served from 11 a.m.-11
p.m., dinner from 5 p.m., famous raw bar, fes-
tive Sunday Brunch, and children's menu.
Complete house wine list and award-winning
proprietor's list available upon request.
Outdoordecks and bar with live entertainment
until 2 a.m. Open every day, year-round. A Fun
Place!
FRESCO'S
8203 Coastal Highway · 410-524-8202
On the Bay with a breathtaking view of the
sunset, Fresco's is one of Ocean City's few
premier restaurants. Serving the finest new
Italian/Am-erican cuisine including seafood,
steaks, veal and pasta. An intimate atmos-
phere with exceptional service. Casual attire
expected and reservations are recommended.
Open year-round, daily at 4:30 p.m. Happy
hour available. Always creative party specials.
Children's menu. Plenty of parking.
Wheelchair access.
GENERAL'S KITCHEN
Coastal Highway at 74th Street
410-723-0477
Everybody likes breakfast, but for too many it
comes too early in the morning. Not so at this
sunshine-happy delight. Breakfast is what it's
all about, from 6:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The menu
is a breakfast lover's dream. From juice, cere-
al and eggs, to corned beef hash, waffles, hot
cakes, bacon, sausage, to the best creamed
chipped beef on the coast (try it on french
fries). This is definitely the place. House spe-
cialties: creamed chipped beef, O.C. No. 1
breakfast, own recipes.
HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE
31st Street & Coastal Highway
410-289-2581
128th Street & Coastal Highway
410-250-2403
There is no doubt about it. Higgins offers tradi-
tional Eastern Shore favorites for the entire
family to enjoy. Of course, the house special-
ties include all-you-can-eat crabs, crab legs,
fried chicken, steamed shrimp and baby back
ribs. In addition, there is a full menu offering a
variety of delicious soups, appetizers and
entrees. Open daily.
HOOKED
8003 Coastal Highway · 410-723-4665
This new restaurant represents the renown
Indian River Seafood Company's first foray in
Ocean City, and early reviews are it's been a
tremendous addition to the culinary scene. All
dishes are served fresh, honest and local, and
be sure to ask about the chalkboard specials,
which change daily. Also, don't forget to try out
one of the fresh signature cocktails, which are
amazing.
J/R'S
131st & 62nd Street · 410-524-RIBS
Decor and atmosphere are definitely ranch.
The sounds are laughing children and happy
families, and the food is portioned for robust
Grotto Pizza offers a full menu including the
legendary taste pizza, pasta, subs, `bolis,
appetizers, burgers and salads for dine-in or
carry-out. Stop in the bar for great daily spe-
cials including 75˘ off all drinks during happy
hour, Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. and $2 domes-
tic pints all day, every day. Try the new Milano
Pizza with a special blend of cheeses, fire-
roasted tomatoes and fresh basil while dining
on the patio. Stay for mini golf at Ocean
Adventure Golf for only $5 per person anytime.
Join the Grotto Swirl Rewards Club, enjoy
Grotto pizza, earn points and get rewards!
HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT
Located inside the Clarion Resort
101st Street, Ocean City · 410-524-3535
Horizons Oceanfront Restaurant is proud to
have Chef Shawn Reese creating beach-
inspired dishes in both our oceanfront restau-
rants, Horizons and Breaker's Pub. Our new
all day menu, available 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m.,
features many of your favorites and some
exciting new creations with a local flare ­ from
Lite Bites to Big Bites and everything in
between. Our deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet
is open year-round and our "famous" all-you-
can-eat prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet
is available most weekends throughout the
year and daily in season. The Ocean Club
Nightclub features top-40 dance music every
weekend and nightly this summer. We've
added some popular local bands to our lineup,
so come join us "where the big kids play!"
Lenny's Beach Bar & Grill, where surf, sun and
deck bands mix is our afternoon beach party
all summer long. Drink one of our buckets of
fun and let the party begin!
HOUSE OF WELSH
1106 Coastal Highway,
Fenwick Island · 1-800-311-2707
In business for 113 years, the House of Welsh
specializes in steaks and seafood. 66 percent
off discounted menu. Dinner items starting at
$7.99 and lunch items starting at $4.99. Open
daily 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Full bar with
happy hour 11 a.m.-6 p.m. every day.
Entertainment Monday, Wednes-day through
Sunday. Casual attire and reservations are
accepted. Children's menu avaliable.
JUST HOOKED
1500 Coastal Hwy., Fenwick Island
302-581-0098
Voted best new restaurant in Delaware by
Delaware Today. Owners Steve Hagen and
Kevin Frey teamed up to create Just Hooked,
a restaurant that truly honors the idea of farm-
ocean-table by providing guests with fresh
caught fish and locally grown produce. The
comfortable environment combined with an
open kitchen, full bar and outdoor seating cre-
ates both an intimate and exiting dining expe-
rience. Open seven days a week for lunch and
dinner year-round.Happy hour daily 4-7 p.m. in
the bar and lounge. Full children's menu and
catering available on and off premises.
NANTUCKETS
Rte. 1, Fenwick Island · 302-539-2607
Serving the beach great food and spirits for
over 20 years. David and Janet Twining will
wow you with the finest foods and drinks in the
area. You'll be pleasantly surprised by what
one of the coast's finest dining establishments
has in store for guests. Everything here is a
house specialty. There's the memorable
steaks, fresh seafood, famous quahog chow-
der and the chef's daily specials, just to name
a few.
SMITTY MCGEE'S
Rte. 54-West Fenwick Ireland
302-436-4716 www.smittymcgees.com
Celebrating 20 years, Smitty McGee's is the
place to be for fun. Enjoy great food and drink
specials in a casual atmosphere. Happy hour
daily. Come enjoy the live entertainment
Thursday-Sunday. Full menu served unil 1
a.m. Banquet facilities available. Open seven
days a week. We never close!
TASTE OF SOUTH PHILLY
37031 Old Mill Bridge Road,
Selbyville/Fenwick · 302-988-1858
While on vacation or even calling the area
home, you get a taste of South Philadelphia
here at the beach. The house specialty of
course is the Philly Steaks, which are made
with fresh ribeye and served on fresh Sarcone
bread delivered daily from Philadelphia.
There's much more on menu, including hoa-
gies, wings and pizza, all done with Philly
touch. Local delivery also available.
TWINING'S LOBSTER SHANTY
Rte. 54, Fenwick Island · 302-436-2305
www.twiningshanty.com
"A funky little place at the edge of town."
Classic New England Fare, Lobsters, Steaks &
Burgers, Children's menu. Bird watching, mag-
ical sunsets await. Open for lunch and dinner.
Reservations are suggested.
ranch hands. This is the place for delicious
ribs, barbecued to perfection. This is the place
for you. Baby back ribs and even prime rib.
Equally famous for barbecued chicken, succu-
lent seafood dishes. Early bird menu. House
specialties: Ribs, fresh seafood, steaks,
chops.
JOHNNY'S PIZZA & SPORTS PUB
56th Street & Coastal Hwy.
410-723-5600 · www.johnnyspizzapub.com
The Official Pizza of Ocean City, Johnny's
Pizza & Sports Pub serves families throughout
Ocean City and its surrounding communities
365 days a year. Eat in, carry out or have it
delivered right to your doorstep. Our comfort-
able dining room features ample seating for
small groups or large parties and our speedy
delivery service will deliver your hot, delicious
pizza right to your home, hotel or condo for
your added convenience. From steaming
homemade pizzas to lightly tossed salads and
fiery hot wings, we have something for every-
body. Live entertainment every weekend all
winter and live entertainment four nights in the
summer.
REFLECTIONS
67th Street, Oceanside· 410-524-5252
An exceptionally classy restaurant where
award-winning chefs perform nightly. A
favorite of locals and tourists alike, Reflections,
winner of 19 consecutive Wine Spectator
awards, offers an extensive wine bottle list,
and a wine by the glass list, to enhance their
regional Specialties and haute cuisine menus.
Table-side flambe house specialties include
Steak Diane and Bananas & Strawberries
Foster. Casual but elegant decor is only sur-
passed by excellent service. Featured nightly
menu specials include fresh fish, lamb, duck,
and steaks. Call ahead for the private alcove
dining rooms. Daily early bird menu served
from 5-6 p.m.
SEACRETS
On The Bay At 49th Street
410-524-4900 · www.seacrets.com
We are Jamaica USA!! Open Thursday-
Sunday serving our world famous jerk chicken,
along with a full menu of appetizers, soups,
sandwiches, salads, entrees, desserts and a
children's menu. Enjoy happy hour drink prices
everyday until 7 p.m. and live entertainment in
a tropical atmosphere. Please check our web-
site www.seacrets.com for a complete list of
live bands and daily food specials or call 410-
524-4900. Find us and get lost!
94TH STREET NORTH-FENWICK-
BETHANY-SELBVVILLE
BILLY'S SUB SHOP
78th Street, Bayside · 410-524-2020
Rte. 54, Fenwick Shoals· 302-436-5661
140th Street, Oceanside · 410-250-1778
Now the best just got better because they
deliver fresh-dough pizza, subs and shakes to
your door and have three locations to serve
you better. Washington Magazine wasn't lying
when it said Billy's had the best milkshakes
and fresh ground beef hamburgers at the
beach and they don't stop there. Fresh-dough
pizza, cones, shakes, sundaes and more.
More cheesesteaks sold than anyone else in
Maryland. Billy's accepts MC/Visa.
BREAKFAST AT THE CRABCAKE FACTORY
120th Street/Beachside (Serene Hotel)
410-250-4900
The Crabcake Factory started out as a break-
fast house in 1996 and still serves one of the
best and most creative breakfast menus in
Ocean City. Try Eastern Shore favorites pre-
pared daily by Chef-Owner John Brooks
including creamed chipped beef, skillets,
omelettes and their famous lump crab cre-
ations. World-Famous Crabcakes are served
all day starting at 8 a.m. and can be packed on
ice for you while you are eating breakfast. Try
Sue's Spicy Bloody Marys to start the day with
a kick. Full breakfast menu available for carry-
out. Online at: www.CrabcakeFactory-
USA.com. See other listing (Crabcake Factory
USA). Open year-round.
CACTUS CAFE
Route 113, Selbyville · 302-436-2750
Route 54, Selbyville · 302-436-4492
Two convenient locations, same style and
quality of food. The house specialty is the fish
tacos, but all the seafood dishes are a must
try. All other dishes are purely and simply
authentic Mexican cuisine. All of the dishes
here go perfectly with a pitcher of delicious
margaritas.
CAROUSEL OCEANFRONT HOTEL
AND CONDOS
118th and the Beach · 410-524-1000
Seasons Restaurant located in the Carousel
Hotel offers beautiful oceanfront dining in a
casual atmosphere. Enjoy a hearty breakfast
buffet or try one of our specialty omelets
including lump crab and asparagus. Our menu
offers a wide variety of Succulent Seafood
along with steaks, pastas, ribs, or try our prime
rib that keeps our guests coming back for the
last 30 years. $5.95 kids' menu available.
Stop by the Bamboo Lounge serving happy
hour daily 4-7 p.m. with super drink prices and
$4.95 food specials. Visit the Carousel and get
served by the friendliest staff in OC!
CHARLIE'S BAYSIDE
Village Of Fenwick, Route 1 · 302-539-3526
Come in and try any one of their delicious and
fresh seafood entrees, paired with two sides.
It's all great and a house favorite is the parme-
san grouper and the macadamia mahi, but
there are plenty of others, including offerings
for the land lovers. Be sure to check out the
daily happy hour specials as well.
CRAB BAG, THE
130th Street, Bayside · 410-250-3337
Now serving lunch and dinner, trust us when
we say you can't go wrong with anything you
order here. The crabs are fat and never disap-
point and are available eat-in or carryout. The
BBQ ribs are also worth a try as well as any of
the char-grilled specialties. Remember "Super
Happy Hour" offered seven days a week, twice
a day from 2-5 p.m. and 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Plenty
of bargains available on drinks and food.
CRABCAKE FACTORY USA
120th Street & Coastal Highway
410-250-4900
Voted "Best Crabcakes in Maryland, DC and
Virginia," by The Washington Post (July 2004).
Full-service family restaurant, carry-out and
sports bar. Outside seating available. Open
daily at 8 a.m. Menu selections include prime
rib, chicken chesapeake, steamed shrimp,
beer battered fish, real Philly cheesesteaks,
burgers and kids menu. Shipping crabcakes
online year-round at www.Crabcake-
FactoryUSA.com or www.Got-Lump.com.
Homemade soups served daily. See previous
listing (Break-fast House at Crabcake Factory
USA) for breakfast specials. Casual dress, full
liquor bar, no reservations, year-round.
GREENE TURTLE-NORTH
116th Street & Coastal Highway
410-723-2120
www.facebook.com/OriginalGreeneTurtle
This is the Original Greene Turtle, an Ocean
City Tradition, since 1976! A fun and friendly
Sports Bar & Grille, where every seat is a great
spot to watch sports with 50+ High Def. TVs up
& downstairs! Menu favorites include home-
made crab cakes, kids' menu, salads, burgers,
wings and more! Join them for weekday lunch
specials 11 a.m.-4 p.m. and happy hour 4-7
p.m. Popular features are game room, gift
shop, carry-out, party trays, nightly drink spe-
cials, MD Lottery-Keno, Power ball and DJs
with dance floor. Something for everyone!
Open 11 a.m-2 a.m., year-round.
GROTTO PIZZA
124th Street & Coastal Highway
410-250-1234
Grotto Pizza has been satisfying families for
over half a century with their award-winning
pizza and sports bars. Open daily at 11 a.m.,
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