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    Dock House Restaurant

    3.8 (115 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Dee M.

    Great views. Great service. Pretty interior. The seafood is fabulous. They have live music later in the day I stopped here on my way home from Ocean City to Anne Arundel County and it's always a great part of my day

    The view from our seats.
    D M.

    We stopped by for lunch after trying a couple other local places that had 1-hour wait times. There was no wait for a covered table outside with a great view, and the mood was much more relaxed than the other places we stopped at even though it looked a bit dressier. The servers were both competent and very nice, not always expected but really appreciated. We have an allergy issue with canola oil (used primarily because it is cheap) which they addressed by asking questions for clarity, making a note on the electronic ordering thingy (sorry for the technical terms) and then talking with the chef to make sure none of the components contained canola and then cooked the crabcake with butter instead. The scallops were cooked perfectly, and the crab cake grilled cheese is one of the best sandwiches I can remember eating. We were eating late lunch time and there was a guitarist/singer doing live music. He did a nice job with the songs and was not overly loud. Overall there is not one bad thing I can say about the meal or the people. We had a great meal and a nice time. This one was added to our list of places to go back to.

    Popcorn calamari rock fish and shrimp
    Karlee H.

    The view is beautiful and there isn't a bad seat in the place. Service was good. I wasn't impressed with the crushes like I was in OC, this was really soda heavy. They did offer mocktail ones that my son loved to be able to try with me! The popcorn app was my meal and it was plenty. Loved the presentation and getting the Maryland feel with the old bay seasoning on the popcorn.

    Soft Shell Crab samich This was by far the best Soft Shell I have ever had and trust me I've had many.
    Bill T.

    Wifey and I decided to spend a gorgeous day on eastern shore, so off we went across the Bay Bridge. My roots are from Denton Maryland, so every time I can get across the bridge, I'm down. So, we decided on the Dock House after contemplating all of the obvious options on Kent Island. The location of the Dock House is a little weird, being tucked off on the other side of a dry stack, however plenty of parking and the place is huge with bar, indoor and outdoor seating. We opted for the indoor with the water view which was awesome. Our server was excellent, and the food was served perfectly in sync. We opted for lunch, the soft shell samich with truffle tots and Wifey had the shrimp po boy with fries. As an appetizer, we had the Dock House popcorn and boy was that a treat! This was a great experience, and we'll definitely put it on the the return list.

    Write up note pancetta was ok no note of scallops. Jumbo lump crab.
    Andy C.

    large parking lot, friendly hostess. Food was so, so. Not sure why all the 5 star reviews. Previous visit, thought review was posted, had issue with their mussels. Spouse wanted to try it again. Cuban Sandwich was ok, not great $16.00 Seafood Carbonara , menu stated shrimp and crab which I like. Came with no crab and Scallops, bait and switch beware. Waitress brought some crab after I complained. Claims the chef left it out. Note Scallops as I hate them was no where on the list of seafood. pancetta was just ok no note of scallops and Jumbo lump crab is on the menu. Note alot of garlic flavor. Place is nice with lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Won't be running back. Ashley provided good service thus the 2 stars.

    Big menu
    Elaine F.

    This was my first visit to The Dock House with a bunch of my retired women friends. It was a gorgeous sunny day and they gave us a table in the room way in the back, with nice views of the water. The sangria was terrific. And the coconut shrimp was delish. Our server was Meghan, and she was awesome. Highly recommend.

    Chicken tacos
    Pascal K.

    I quite literally don't have a single negative thing to say - I'd give this place a 10 star review if I could. Everything was amazing, from the service to the food to the vibes. Jordan O was so great - she gave great recommendations, was so efficient and attentive. She had a smile on her face the entire time and (happily) put up with my indecisiveness. I must have (quietly) sung along to every single song - it was the perfect mix of upbeat and calm to match the cute vibes of the restaurant. All 3 dishes we ordered were delicious; they were packed with flavor and came out in a super timely manner. Definitely recommend!

    Chicken ceasar salad
    Anna S.

    I was in Kent Island visiting family when Dock House came up as a recommendation for lunch. It checked a few boxes since it was close by, had plenty of options, and had gluten free items clearly marked. Check, check, check. The inside appears to be brand new. They have a heated patio area where we opted to sit. It was fairly crowded for lunch but we were seated quickly. Our server seemed to be new but she was friendly and did her best. We ordered the chicken nachos to share and I got a chicken caesar salad. The chicken nachos were underwhelming. The toppings were concentrated completely to the middle of the plate and there didn't appear to be much chicken. It's my humble opinion that nachos should have toppings layered evenly throughout the chips. We also weren't given small plates so it was a little messy to eat. We flagged down our server who eventually got us some plates. The nachos were so disappointing that I ended up opting to get a salad instead of the tacos I was eyeing for my main course. The salad was good enough, it's pretty hard to mess something like that up. Overall it wasn't bad but I wouldn't be running back. It seems to be a pretty new spot and I'm they'll continue to get better with time.

    Another blueberry lemonade with a view
    Sue H.

    This may have been my favorite meal of our two week east coast beaches trip. We wandered in off the street on a Sunday night, staying one night in Kent Narrows before heading back to AZ via Dulles. The restaurant was very empty and we got a stellar table right on the water with a view of the beautiful bridge behind us for pictures. Our server was an outgoing young lady who happily accommodated our indecision with lots of time and suggestions. We started with a Chesapeake lager and Blueberry Lemonade. I loved this cocktail and probably should have stopped at one! Strong and unique, I would order this often if I lived nearby! We decided on oysters Rockefeller (5) while we sipped and enjoyed the view. They were small but tasty, prepared traditionally and done right. For my entree I ordered the whiskey glazed salmon with broccoli and sweet potato tots. Spouse had a soft shell crab sandwich and a side salad. Everything was fresh and delicious. The salmon was sweet and smoky with the whiskey glaze. The total were perfect dipped in ranch. The broccoli was tender, not too crunchy. I chose the second cocktail as my dessert, and by then we were the only table occupied at 7pm. What a lovely patio dinner and great memories. I would love to come back again!

    Lori N.

    My family and I went to the Dock House restaurant on a Saturday afternoon. We went by boat and there was quite a bit of dockage, which is nice for the parking. The atmosphere was great. Had a two-man band. The food and drinks were average. I have to say they have plenty of employees there to help you, but our server was great she was on the ball. We did not have to wait long for our food to come out either which is a big plus. The reason why I gave it four stars was because it's quite expensive for what little food you get. (Except the burger)

    Surf and turf
    Kim M.

    Came for dinner because a waitress at the Jetty said we should give it a try, and that the owners were the same. The hostess was friendly and said the wait was about twenty five minutes. We asked if there was a bar and she said yes and that they had a couple open tables if we wanted to try that instead. We proceeded to the back and sat down at a high top. It was crowded and we kept waiting for someone to come over. Thirty minutes later a manger came by and asked if we were waited on. We said no, so she gave us menus and said she would be back in a few minutes or one of the girls would be over. Fifteen minutes later we were still waiting, then noticed two seats opened up at the bar and moved over there. Another ten minutes and another manager came over and asked if we wanted to order drinks. We proceeded to tell her we have been waiting for over forty five minutes now just to order a drink and no one has even looked at us. She said I remember when you came in. She apologized several times and said that it was supposed to rain so they sent several people home. We received our drinks and one wasn't quite right. A Vodka martini with a lemon twist should have a taste of lemon and also lemon peel in it - it did not taste like it or have the lemon. We told the manager and she said she saw the girl make it and lemon was put it and brought me a piece of lemon....An older couple were seated next to us and they said they have never had such bad service like they did tonight. Anyway, we ordered a couple of drinks and then a couple of apps. The bartender took our dinner orders and we ordered a bottle of wine. She opened the bottle of wine at the end of the bar and put the cork back in it and brought it over to us. Maybe she is new I don't know but that's not how you present a bottle of wine. Our dinners came out and were just okay. We had the surf and turf and the lobster roll. The filet had no taste but was cooked as ordered and the lobster roll was lobster salad - my fault for not reading the description. The mussels we had for an app were very good. The restaurant is beautiful with amazing water views and there is plenty of parking. The food was nothing special and the service was horrible. We won't be back.

    Cammi P.

    This past weekend I celebrated a bride for her bridal shower at Dock House restaurant. It was an ice cream theme and the restaurant could not have been more accommodating for the theme and "ice cream bar". The food was great, perfect for a luncheon, and consisted of mini slider sandwiches, fruit, pasta salad, and ceasar salad. The bartenders were amazing the strawberry purée for the mimosas was a hit! It was the most perfect day showering the bride at a beautiful restaurant on the water!

    Marty S.

    Called ahead the night before to get a reservation, only to find out they don't do reservations. No worries, though, we showed up expecting a group of 10, and the team was ready for us. We ended up with 4 that didn't show, but our party of 6 was a handful. The manager seated us, and had plenty of drink suggestions, including a special Old Fashioned and something called a "Bay Buck" which was AMAZING. The menu is primarily seafood (it is attached to the marina, so no kidding), but there are plenty of options for us land-based eaters. The mussels were PERFECT According to my table mates. I had the fish and chips, which were a light and flaky cod, with no aftertaste, and fried to perfection. Everyone in our group loved the food. Save room for the bread pudding dessert. Trust me on that one. The decor is as expected, and the restaurant is spotlessly clean, and they have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating was closed in with roll-ups, so it wasn't really exposed. We were inside, and comfy. What sets Dock House apart from other restaurants in the Narrows is the service. Our server (and her trainee) were VERY attentive, without being creepy or intrusive. They kept up with our orders, and changes. They had our orders perfect, even though every one of us had slight customizations on our meals. The manager came by to check on us a few times as well, which was refreshing. We as a group will definitely be back, as the team at Dock House really has their act together!!

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    Food was good, service excellent. Will def go back in summer so we can sit outside. A couple celebrations around us so that is good as well

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    Great lobster night. Excellent quality food and terrific service. Beautiful waterfront experience.

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    Good food and great views. We ate fried oysters. They were small but good. Husband had fish and chips that were well prepared.

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    Fast and welcoming service, DELICIOUS food and stunning views of the bay.The bourbon salmon was banger and the mussels were also so so good

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    Watta location. Alas, we were meeting for a dinner , in the dark, but still a very dramatic…read moresetting. Especially if you nab a table along/above the water. Very competent and friendly waitstaff. Quality was fine and well done. Fried green tomatoes and mini crab cakes for appetizers was swell.Didn't go crab cakes salads and salmon were wonderful. Adequate & fun chocolate bread pudding. The cocktails seemed delish so a good time was had by all. BTW this is a swell location if you're meeting eastern shore friends and annapolitans 'midway'

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