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Chesapeake Landing Restaurant

3.5 (204 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Fried shrimp and Cole slaw
Amanda F.

This was one of the best seafood spots we've ever taken a leap of faith with! Given the great reviews in the area, this one was off the typical beaten path and did not disappoint. We were their first lunch customers and the service couldn't have been nicer. The vibes were great - a typical seafood joint. Later we found out from a local that they actually have a fish market inside. Not sure how we missed this but we would go back here if we ever went back to the area!

Chesapeake Landing

The service was good. Waitress was really nice, even though she was extremely busy she did. Great job. My crab cake was burned in the bottom, so that was a bummer. I mean really black. Should have sent it back, but I just don't do that. I ate the top and inside and the crabmeat inside was awesome. Just wish I could have ate the entire cake.

Fresh seafood for carryout
Bill K.

My first time at this restaurant but will not be my last. Our party of six arrived for lunch, took a few minutes to get seated but once seated we were well served by our waitress with no name given. We had vegetable crab soup, chicken salad and shrimp salad wrap, oyster stew. All agreed that the vegetable crab soup was four stars plus with nice fresh vegetables and just enough crab to let you know it was there. My friend said the Reuben tasted fine but I thought it looked a little weak. The chicken salad and shrimp salad were both good to excellent and would gladly get them again. Restaurant also has a nice selection of fresh seafood and they appear to do a good carry out business. It seems to be more of a place for locals as opposed to tourist.

Ahra J.

A little late but I visited here for Valentine's Day and considering how busy it was, the service was pretty good. Granted we had a reservation so we got seated right away but our server was prompt and we did not have to wait too long in between orders. We opted for the buffet and given how delicious everything sounded, I felt like it under delivered for the cost. However, the fried shrimp, oysters on the half shell and the smith island cake were the best things! The Cole slaw was also good too! Reminded me of the old CFA style Cole slaw! The Mac and cheese was a bit dry, the crab cakes were underwhelming and the broccoli casserole was very bland. The restaurant definitely stayed busy all night. Definitely seems like a good local spot.

Pissers
Steve O.

Food was fantastic, service is great and the atmosphere is family friendly. Prices are traveler friendly

Fried seafood platter with sweet potato fries and Cole slaw.
Betty C.

Each time we come here I want to like this place. Our friends always order the Lobster Night Special - lobster with two sides of seafood and a garden salad. And maybe even more sides? The meal starts with bread rolls and delicious corn bread. Our server brought our drinks quickly. Salads came for those who got it with their meal. I had ordered a fried seafood platter with sweet potato fries and coleslaw. I was disappointed that my scallops were over cooked. The other items were good. I was so full that I didn't have dessert. Service was very good with free refills on sodas without our asking.

1/2 lb steamed shrimp
Vidisha S.

We came for a weekend getaway in St Michaels and were so happy that we stopped here for lunch! We got the half and half soup (cream of crab and Maryland crab). It tasted better than it looked! Def had some crab shell pieces, so careful when eating. At least it was fresh. We also got a 1/2 lb of steamed shrimp and half dozen large crabs. I also got an iced tea. The prices were pretty solid and reasonable, especially compared to the same quality of seafood in St Michaels and Baltimore. Our entire bill was $60. The service was also great. Everyone was very nice and cheerful. We were still new to eating crabs, so a staff member came over to walk us through how to eat them. It was really helpful and informative, and we really appreciated it! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone interested in fresh, quality seafood with affordable prices in a local/family setting. You could see why all the locals come here. It's not "fancy" per se, but also doesn't need to be. :)

Crab Imperial, Onion Rings, and Coleslaw
Mattie B.

Went here Sunday afternoon after church. Atmosphere was nice the restaurant was not crowded at all. we where greeted by a nice young lady who seated us , we sat in a booth. the menu was very busy there was so much to choose from it was hard to decide. We ended up choosing the crab pretzel for starters ( it took awhile for it to come out but it was very good ) we ordered the Seafood plater with two sides Onion Rings and Coleslaw I had the Crab Imperial which was amazing it came with two sides as well I had the Coleslaw and Onion Rings. everything was delicious. I had a Root beer Float ( this was not on the menu however the waitress made it for me and just charged extra for the Ice-cream). There where a few minor things . Quite a few things on the menu stated market price, so you had to make sure that you kept up with the price that the waitress gave for the market prices. If not there could be a chance that you may be over charged. There where a few flies that we had to keep swatting as we ate that was annoying at times. ( Hence the 4 stars) Other than that the customer service was great. and everyone was very friendly. I would return again.

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Food and atmosphere was great. The service was also great, even though they were busy. It was a great experience

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Great seafood always great service and love the takeout service crab dip is one of the best I have had

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Fantastic seafood. A real taste of Maryland from the crabs to the hospitality. Thank you for a wonderful meal.

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No day trip to St. Michael's is complete without coming to The Crab Claw!…read more While the service leaves lot to be desired, the food is great. I love the rockfish and chips! And this is a great place to grab crabs if you're looking for the average MD seafood experience. Shame this place is closing down at the end of the season.

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