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    Dock of the Bay

    3.0 (140 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    32 oz orange crush
    Rosemary M.

    I came here recently with a large group (I believe there were 8 of us) for drinks and an early dinner. It was a Saturday afternoon so they were pretty busy, but we were seated at a table outside right away. We were a little disappointed with our table as it was literally the only one in the shade on their patio (it was a beautiful day, we wanted to be in the sun!), but we were able to move the table itself a few feet so we got some sunlight. Most of us ordered one of their crushes, which come in lots of flavors and are always made well. I'm partial to the orange, which I feel like is more orange-y than I've had in orange crushes at other places. Their food is good, but it's never something I'm really dying to go back for. On this visit a few of us shared their dock fries (fries with nacho cheese and bacon), seared ahi tuna, and snakehead bites. The dock fries are probably one of my favorite menu items, and they didn't disappoint on this day. They always come out hot and I find they have a good amount of cheese for all the fries. The seared ahi tuna and snakehead bites were decent as well but I'm not sure if I'd order them again. I was really interested in the snakehead bites in particular as it was my first time seeing them on a menu somewhere. They were battered and fried, which I think works well for the fish, but they could have used some sort of sauce to dip or dress them in. If I remember correctly, they were only served with coleslaw. Dock of the Bay is a nice place to go in the summertime when you can enjoy their outdoor seating and waterfront views. I've always enjoyed their food and drinks and I'm sure I will continue to return.

    a pile of crabs
    Dj S.

    We were in MD on vacation and the family picked this place for us to eat. It was positively delicious! Hidden little treasure tucked in the middle of a neighborhood! Nice sized parking lot. Indoor and outdoor seating. Great for big groups or something more intimate . The kids (being from Arizona) loved going out to the dock while waiting on the food to arrive. They thought it was super cool. Hubby and I enjoyed the scenery out there too! The wait staff was all so very nice and informative too. The place itself was clean as was the restrooms. Everything we ordered was so amazing. We will be going here again!

    View from Dock of the Bay Pier

    Dock of the Bay is a great place at anytime of the day and you can't beat looking out over the water at the Lighthouse with a cold beverage. Love their burgers and when crab season is in be sure to bring the family. Always great service.

    La-Kia K.

    Hubby brought me here for my birthday. This was our first time at this restaurant. There was ample parking. After parking and walking to the door, there was a sign posted on the door advising that their eas a crabmeat shortage. As we entered, we stopped at the hostess stand and waited to be seated. The young hostess aked if we wanted indoor or outdoor seating, we decided on dining inside. Then she asked if we had a seating preference, and we advised not too close to too many people. We were seated by the window the overlooked the outdoor seating and the bay area. We overlooked the menu and once our server came upon our table, we were ready to order. We started with the calamari for an appetizer. I ordered the build your own entree, which included the salmon (I chose broiled) and it came with two sides, and I chose the side salad, no onions w/ oil and vinegar and baked potato. My husband ordered the seafood sampler, which came with shrimp, scallops, oysters, and Mahi Mahi, along with cucumber salad, string beans, and french fries. And for our drinks, he had the Heineken Zero and I had the Mango Chesapeake Bay Crush. The appetizer came out with fresh marinara sauce. The seasoning was on point, and they were served pipping hot. The best part I like that we were able to enjoy our appetizer in peace before being bumb rushed with entrees (which I hate). Finally dinner was served. Everything looked amazing and we immediately dived in. And there was no complaints from us. Everything was cooked to perfection and we already making plans to come back and try more entrées. I finally was able to drink my Mango crush... the drink was really good and had the right amount of alcohol. Finally after devouring our meal, we tried to hunt down our server to see the dessert menu. When she did come to remove the dishes, she advised she would come back to tell us the desserts. After minutes of waiting, we feared our server forgot us. So I left to go to the bathroom and hoped she came and informed my husband of the desserts. When I returned, he said I think our server forgot us. Finally we waved her down, and she downplayed saying she was waiting on me to return from the ladies room. Yeah ok! She did give us a list of different desserts, but since it was birthday I decided on the strawberry cheesecake cake, which was really good. Yum yum yum. It was so moist and sweet. I am glad I chose it, even after I saw the Maryland layered cake. I would've gave 5 stars, which they do deserve, but I hate chasing down a server. Overall, food was good and I highly recommend this place.

    Corey S.

    Not gonna lie I though dock of the bay was racist for a while but no it was my misperception. Even if they were I'd call ice on my mama for one of they're delicious crushes or an item off of they're frequently updated special food menu. I mean I'd send my cousins back home to make shoes for just a nibble of they're delicious crab cakes. The freakin potato skins bro, THE POTATO SKINS! they're kind of just regular potato skins. I mean what do you expect it's a potato with some stuff on top you guys need to lower your expectations I mean geez. The wait staff are very friendly my waitress taught me how to read. The outdoor seating is lovely especially because I'm a very attractive man and attractive people love to eat outside where the birds and squirrels live. I mean some people have pet birds but they're like pet bird people. I'd rather eat a slinky than have a pet bird. Although I did watch this documentary about how smart crows are, crows are pretty cool.

    strawberry shortcake
    Katlyn E.

    Food was decent but nothing special for me. The view of the bay is quite lovely. This would probably be the type of place I would bring my family who are all-American, not adventurous with food, type of people. Waitress was very nice, seemed like she had to wait on a large part of the restaurant so service was a little slow. Ordered the crab cake special (came with mac/cheese, green beans, roll). The crab cake was huge! Can order it broiled or fried, I had it broiled at the recommendation of the waitress. No complaints, very large chunks of crab meat. The rest of the sides were just A-ok. Fine, but not food I would go out of my way to go to a restaurant for. Had strawberry shortcake for dessert. This was also just fine. If I ever went again it would be for the view of the bay.

    Dock of the Bay
    Kimberly V.

    We wanted to find a place on the water - off the beaten path to share Mother's Day Brunch. We were afraid with grey skies and rain all weekend we may have made a bad choice. We weren't sure what to expect crowd wise on Mother's Day, if we would be stuck outside in the colder weather and winds. The staff, size, views. and food exceeded our expectations. They cleared off a great sized table for us - inside temp was perfect. And though someWhat busy - they managed the flow very well and it didn't feel crowded. We all got our drinks and appetizers quickly (who knew cheeseburger deviled eggs could be a thing - I recommend. Shrimp basket was nothing special - although it was fried butterfly shrimp and was tasty. I'm always afraid to order crab cakes of places I don't know for sure they make them true maryland style. This place did NOT disappoint. Baseball sized lump crab cakes, perfectly broiled, with true lump meat and not a lot of filler. Rockfish was good according to my husband and son. Even the fries and broccochini were amazing - desserts and drinks were also yummy. Nothing more to say except "I can't wait to go back." Thanks for making a grey Mother's Day - sunny, Dock of the Bay!

    Gabbie F.

    They have the average American food. Like burgers, gyros, salads, clubs, some pasta, a wide variety of seafood and steamed crabs, they have a bar inside and live music on the weekends. I liked the outdoors view. Food is average. I wouldn't come back, becauseI'mnot a seafood lover. However I would try another waterfront places. Menu looks ok though

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    Great service. Atmosphere is fantastic with a view of the bay. Seafood is just what i was hoping for.

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    The best crabcakes in Baltimore and a fun and lively neighborhood vibe with great water views

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    Great view. Great service and the food was excellent. First time visiting. We will be back.

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    Good food good view. Weekend breakfast are good. A lot of tv's. Would recommend the happy hour. Lots of parking

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