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15th Street and Boardwalk · Ocean City, Maryland
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118th St. on the Ocean · Ocean City, Maryland
The Bistro snack shop with Starbucks inside the Carousel Hotel has great snacks from morning to night. It is located in the atrium next to the ice skating rink. Enjoy soft serve ice cream, a variety…
12720 Ocean Gateway, #7 · Ocean City, Maryland
Winner of Best Mexican in the Best of Ocean City® Contest editorial Choice 2026
Ocean City, MD
Fun boardwalk bar with rooftop ocean views, wings, and live bands.
4801 Coastal Highway · Ocean City, Maryland
Finnigan's is situated at the Princess Bayside.
Ocean City's dining scene is surprisingly diverse. Here's what you'll find beyond the classic boardwalk fare.
The reason many come to OC. Steamed crabs, crab cakes, raw bars, and all-you-can-eat buffets.
Thrasher's fries, Fisher's popcorn, Dumser's ice cream, and pizza by the slice — OC staples.
Bay-side decks and ocean-view terraces where the sunset is part of the meal.
From fast-casual slice shops to upscale Italian restaurants with fresh pasta and wine lists.
Pancake houses, diners, and trendy brunch spots serving until the afternoon.
Beach bars, rooftop cocktails, live music venues, and late-night happy hours.
Popular spots fill up fast June–August, especially on weekends. Call ahead or use online booking.
Many restaurants offer discounted menus from 4–5:30 PM — same great food, smaller price tag.
Fresh-off-the-boat seafood specials change daily. Ask your server what came in that morning.
Some of OC's best restaurants are tucked into side streets and bayside plazas. Don't sleep on midtown.
Our blog features restaurant reviews, chef interviews, and seasonal dining guides written by local food lovers.
Where to eat & drink
Legendary crab houses, local seafood restaurants, boardwalk pizza, bayside decks, craft cocktail bars, and chef-driven fine dining — taste your way across Ocean City.
