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Ocean City’s Best-Kept Secrets Revealed!

Tired of wondering where to find the best pizza, freshest seafood, or most thrilling activities in Ocean City? Look no further! The results are in for the annual Best of Ocean City® awards, and we’ve got the insider scoop on where to eat,drink, and play during your next visit. This isn’t just any list – it’s the ONLY competition in town that relies solely on votes from real people like you. So, whether you’re a foodie, adrenaline junkie, or just looking for a gorgeous sunset, read on to discover the hidden gems that make Ocean City truly special!

The Best Restaurants in Ocean City

Best Asian

Blue Fish – Poll Winner
OC Wasabi – Editorial Pick

Best BBQ

Bull on the Beach –  Poll Winner
28th St Pi n Pub – Editorial Pick

Best New Restaurant

Vista Rooftop –  Poll Winner
The Embers Restaurant – Editorial Pick

Best Breakfast

Barn 34 –  Poll Winner

 

Crawl Street Tavern – Editorial Pick

Best Brunch

Bad Monkey –  Poll Winner
Bayside Skillet – Editorial Pick

Best Carryout

Rosenfeld’s Jewish Deli – Poll Winner
Belly Busters – Editorial Pick

Best Crabcakes

Captain’s Galley Crab Cake Shack – Editorial Pick
Crabcake Factory –  Poll Winner

Best Crabs

Crab Bag – Poll Winner

PGN Crab House – Editorial Pick

Best Ice Cream

Dumser’s- Poll Winner
Justine’s Ice Cream Parlor – Editorial Pick

 

Best Italian

Lombardi’s – Poll Winner
Sello’s Italian Oven And Bar – Editorial Pick

Best Mexican

Mother’s Cantina –  Poll Winner
Papi’s Tacos – Editorial Pick

Best Pizza

Miones Pizza WOC –  Poll Winner
Ripieno’s Italian Bistro – Editorial Pick

Best Raw Bar

Harrison’s Harborwatch – Poll Winner
Blu Crabhouse and Raw Bar – Editorial Pick

Restaurant that Caters to Dietary Restrictions

Longboard Cafe –  Poll Winner
Spain Wine Bar – Editorial Pick

Best Seafood

Harpoon Hanna’s – Poll Winner
The Shark – Editorial Pick

Best Subs

Anthony’s Liquor – Poll Winner
Billy’s Sub Shop – Editorial Pick

Best Waterfront Dining

Fager’s Island

The Hobbit – Editorial Pick

Best Wings

Shotti’s Point – Poll Winner
American Legion Synepuxent Post 166 – Editorial Pick

Best Things To Do in Ocean City

Best Boat Rentals

Bayside Boat Rentals –  Poll Winner
Odyssea Watersports – Editorial Pick

Best Boat Tours

Sea Rocket – Poll Winner
Angler Boat – Editorial Pick

Best Fishing Charter

Angler Boat p Poll Winner

Judith M – Editorial Pick

Best Golf Course

Lighthouse Sound – Poll Winner

Eagles Landing – Editorial Pick

Best Jet Skiing

Odyssea Watersports –  Poll Winner
Bayside Boat Rentals – Editorial Pick

Best Miniature Golf

Old Pro Golf – Poll Winner
Nick’s Mini Golf – Editorial Pick

Best Parasailing

OC Parasail – Poll Winner
Sea Rocket Parasailing – Editorial Pick

Best Rainy Day Activity

Old Pro Golf – Poll Winner
Ripley’s Believe it or Not – Editorial Pick

Best SUP/Kayak Rental

48th Street Watersports – Poll Winner

Assateague Outfitters – Editorial Pick

Best Surf Shop

Malibu’s Surf Shop – Poll Winner
Chauncey’s Surf-O-Rama – Editorial Pick

Best Arcades

Marty’s Playland –  Poll Winner
Funland – Editorial Pick

Best Bars in Ocean City

Best Bar Overall

Seacrets –  Poll Winner
The Wedge – Editorial Pick

Best Drinks

Harborside – Poll Winner
Longboard Cafe – Editorial Pick

Best Happy Hour Specials

Coconuts – Poll Winner
The Angler Restaurant and Bar – Editorial Pick

Best Live Music

Seacrets –  Poll Winner
Beach Barrels – Editorial Pick

Best Local Brewery

Burley Oak Brewery – Poll Winner
The Other One Brewery – Editorial Pick

Best Local Craft Beer Selection

45th Street Tap House – Poll Winner
Pizza Tugo’s West OC – Editorial Pick

Best Sports Bar

Original Greene Turtle – Poll Winner
Pickles Pub – Editorial Pick

Best Place to View a Sunset

Fager’s Island
Spain Wine Bar – Editorial Pick

Best of the Boardwalk

Best Bar

Cork Bar – Poll Winner
Shenanigan’s – Editorial Pick

Best Boardwalk Stand/Small Restaurant

Golden Plate – Poll Winner
Cheese Wheel Pasta – Editorial Pick

Best Boardwalk Candy

Candy Kitchen – Poll Winner
Dolles Candyland – Editorial Pick

Best Boardwalk Caramel Corn

Fisher’s Popcorn – Poll Winner
Dolles Candyland – Editorial Pick

Best Boardwalk Pizza

Tony’s Pizza –  Poll Winner
Franco’s Pizza – Editorial Pick

Best Boardwalk Shop

Kite Loft – Poll Winner
Quiet Storm – Editorial Pick

Best Boardwalk Sit-Down Restaurant

Harrison’s Harborwatch – Poll Winner
Captain’s Table – Editorial Pick

Best Boardwalk Fries

Thrashers -Poll Winner

All these businesses were voted for by locals and visitors alike, and they represent the cream of the crop in Ocean City. So, why settle for average when you can have the best? Dive into our list and unlock the ultimate Ocean City experience!

You can vote for the Best of Ocean City 2025 here.

Anne
Anne
Anne, a native of Edinburgh, Scotland, discovered Ocean City over three decades ago and was so captivated by its charm that she decided to make it her permanent home. Her love for travel remains strong, but Ocean City holds a special place in her heart. Anne's deep connection to the town is evident in her role as a seasoned writer for OceanCity.com, a position she's held since September 2014. Her frequent visits to local events, businesses, restaurants, and hotels have given her an insider's perspective, making her an invaluable resource for newcomers seeking the best experiences Ocean City has to offer.

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