For a beach bar it's very nice - you can swing on little one-person hamock/chairs near the bar area. On a Friday or Saturday night this place is hoppin'. We had a lovely dinner for 4 - but we cam ein late April. Once summer hits it's way too crowded for me. Ahi Tuna Tacos were very tasty. read more

Been here a few times over the years. You definitely come here for the vibes and drinks. The food is there to help soak up the alcohol. It's nothing that you couldn't throw together in your kitchen after stumbling home. We do always have fun hanging in the sand with some margaritas! read more

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This place was crowded, but it's super popular and I see why. They had a happy hour special for these Jack Daniels citrus smash drinks, which were absolutely delicious and packed a punch. The grouper was was so good that we talked about it for days to follow. I definitely recommend this place if you are in the area. it has a beach bar vibe with actual sand in some seating areas read more

Fish Tales - Fried Shrimp Basket - Bars Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

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I'd been to Fish Tales once before, and this time was better than I'd remembered! We stopped by for dinner around 5:30 and found it already super busy. There was a 30-40 minute wait to get seated as a party of 4, but luckily we were able to order snacks at the bar in the meantime. The interior had a ton of eclectic decor - Harley Davidson merch, surfboards, flags on the ceiling, etc. My boyfriend said it looked like a Jimmy Buffett song come to life. For drinks, I got a Mojito and it was SO strong and tasty. We shared an order of Calamari and Thai Shrimp. Both were huge portion sizes and really tasty. None of the fried items were soggy and the flavors were nice. I also got the Ahi Poke, which was pretty good. The wasabi sauce was a bit too strong for me, and horseradish taste was overwhelming. Service was fast and friendly. Would totally return for more! read more

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Welp I have kids so we can start with the giant play place that makes Fish Tales my fave spot to eat in OC. Today there was someone doing little paintings on the kids arms. Happy hour until 6, we snagged $6.75 crushes. We ordered the Thai shrimp on a whim. Huge win. These medium sized shrimp were freshly fried and so stinking good. The Thai chili glaze was sweet with a mild kick and we managed to eat appx. Half before our food made it to the table. Now the meat of the review, literally: I have been dreaming of "the bowl" with pork belly since last year. The bowl is seasoned rice, black beans, mango, plantains, avocado and protein. I chose pork belly and expected a single piece: nope. 4 behemoth pieces. I couldn't finish half the meal. My husband ordered the crab cakes they came with corn in the cob, a baked potato and a salad. He opted for Caesar which was good. The crab cakes were fine but as born and bred Marylanders who lived in Baltimore he was disappointed in the amount of filler used. They weren't bad, he's just got a pretty high standard. The actual star of his dinner was the super fresh and really delicious eastern shore corn. He was full but kept picking the corn back up because it was 'so good.' They have butter cake in the menu which I was dying to try but unfortunately I felt the need to waddle out already and had not a single ounce of room. Until we meet again.......probably tomorrow...... UPDATE: I edited things that were spelled wrong and felt the need to say that we did in fact come back for day 2. read more

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I used to love coming here because they had an area in the back with hammocks and games. They have now removed that area and replaced it with more tables. Coming to this restaurant has not been the same since. The food is still good - I had the Ahi Poke Salad but it's half filled with wonton strips. read more

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Overall a great experience. The restaurant was very busy as it was a Friday night. We were told it would be a hour to hour and a half wait. Grabbed a drink at the bar and only waited about 50 min. Staff is really friendly here. Food comes out pretty fast too which is great. The clam strips were delicious and mussels were nice and fresh. I got a seafood burrito that was stuffed with shrimp, crab and scallops. Someone else at my table did order tacos, which were suppose to be Mahi Mahi but they brought out shrimp instead. Had to wait to get a new order for those, but everything else was great. read more

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Fish Tales is a beautiful place to spend a summer afternoon or night. The views of the water are beautiful and you can relax in a hammock or on the Adirondack chairs. We went for lunch and the food was tasty and came out rather quickly. The server was very friendly and attentive. Such a cool spot! read more

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Was chilling outside getting hammered, my friend put me on to someone. Kissed an older woman here, love this place.

Fish Tales is always my first stop after a long drive down from NYC--before I even check into my hotel! It's the perfect place to kick off a beach getaway. I love their Happy Hour food prices--can't go wrong with the mussels, wings, frog legs, or steamed shrimp. The vibe is unbeatable. Sitting at a table right on the sand with a cold cocktail in hand while enjoying the food and ocean breeze is exactly what vacation should feel like. At night, this spot really comes alive with a fun, lively crowd. The views from the dock are beautiful, especially at sunset. Plus, it's a great choice for families--they even have a playground area for kids. Whether you're here for a quick bite, drinks, or a laid-back hangout, Fish Tales delivers every time. read more

A beautiful outdoor seating area with a gorgeous view of the sunset. You can watch boats, large and small, dock nearby as you grab apps, a drink or a full meal. The food isn't life changing, but it is good and served quick. Add in the ambiance and this is a nice place to visit, especially with family - there is a playground on site. read more

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Fish Tales is a bayside seafood restaurant located in the Bahia Marina. They are open every day from 11:00AM - 2:00 AM. Every time I come to OCMD, I have to stop at Fish Tales. The service is good, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere is awesome. The seafood burrito is my usual go-to. It's packed with shrimp, crab, and scallop chunks, and then topped with creamy queso and enchilada sauce. By far, the best burrito I've ever had. My buddy ordered the seafood baker. It consists of a jumbo Idaho potato stuffed with shrimp, crab, scallop chunks, cheddar cheese, bacon, and scallions. He loved it! Happy hour is Mon - Fri 3:00PM - 6:00PM. Tables are on a first come, first serve basis. Seafood Burrito - 8.6 Seafood Baker - 8.4 Food - 8.5 Service - 8.1 Value - 8.3 Restaurant score - 83 read more

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I love that atmosphere. It's right off the water. I set in the sand they have a playground for children can't wait to bring mines. The waiter was very informative, and attentive. I had the blackened chicken sandwich very tender well seasoned. I had a whiskey and ginger ale, love when I can tell the drink had alcohol. read more

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Pretty yummy!! I actually enjoyed this place much more than I thought I would. It's a cute atmosphere and the staff were very nice. I got the tale wrap and it was delicious!!!! read more

This place is such a vibe! It's almost like a little town and restaurant at the same time. 3 friends and I came here on the Sunday evening of Labor Day weekend. I ordered the Chilean sea bass which came with coconut rice and green beans. The sea bass was underwhelming. They didn't crisp up the skin, there was little to no seasoning, and it was a little undercooked. The green beans were bland. Absolutely no seasoning on them at all. In a surprising turn of events, the star of my meal was the coconut rice. It was perfectly cooked and seasoned. I've never had better rice and I want the recipe lol. I didn't like the plastic utensils provided to eat with. But our server was very nice and personable. Overall this was a good experience and I'd try them again. read more

Went here on a Thursday night to watch a football game and my husband wanted to have a few beers. Such a cool spot, super spacious and a large bar, a large one and a small one. Breezy, outdoors. I was tempted to get the rum runner frozen drink which claims to have the recipe from the tiki bar in islamorada. So, first sip.. robitussin, 2nd sip, def cough medication cherry. Horrible. I looked up the recipe just to do it and it was supposed to have Overproof Rum, Giffard Banana, Crème de Mûre, Giffard Blueberry, Lime Juice. However mine only had some thick red syrup, blended with ice and some rum added into a large straw. Yuck!! Lacks any fruit flavor besides the thick cough medication. I also saw some fresh fruit hanging around the bar, which had me thinking they may use real fruit juices. Also, the menu for drinks lacks any prices. Why are they a secret. Ew, pass. Also, don't lie on your recipe! No complaints on the service, just the drinks and their recipes. read more

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Our first visit to Ocean City, MD for our 19th anniversary. We walked to Fish Tales from our room at the Grand Hotel. We went here for lunch after exploring on the Boardwalk. Very neat, large bar & grill complex on the isthmus. Indoor & outdoor seating, Bahia marina & tackle shop, & water craft rentals. Cool, shady, & very comfortable. Friendly staff all-around. We sat at the bar and ordered our drinks from Isaiah. We ordered a Bloody Mary ($14) & a pineapple cocktail in a can ($9). We relaxed with our drinks while looking over the menu. We had a chicken Caesar salad ($21) and their great smoked fish dip w/ tortilla chips ($19) - a few splashes of Tabasco sauce made it a real tasty treat. Open 11am-12am everyday. Happy hour 3-6pm. Plenty of parking. Convenient walking or driving from anywhere in Ocean City. Good relaxing vibe for tourist & locals. Thank you Isaiah & staff for a memorable first visit. Nick & Liz, Albany, NY USA read more

Super key west vibe in ocean city. Amazing food and better views. A stop worth making especially if you want unpretentious pub grub. read more

Fish Tales - Bars Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Love the vibe of this place. Island life !! Food was good, service was decent, and the Drinks & Views amazing !!! read more

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Food was absolutely delicious, view and outside dining was beautiful, service was excellent and the playground for the kids was a huge perk. The drinks were very tasty too! Would highly recommend to anyone! read more

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Good food, service was just ok. Not the most friendly bartender. The frozen margaritas were pretty good. Really nice setting on the water with tons of different seating options. read more

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Our youngest son thoroughly enjoys coming here and counted down the days. The gentleman at the front checking IDs was so nice and hilarious. The server did an excellent job taking care of everything. We love coming here for the chill vibe and great views. The conch fritters are my absolute favorite (we ordered two orders this time bc our oldest loved them). The hot wings weren't so great this time but things happen. My husband and I split the veggie wrap and it was SO good! It was definitely a big portion. Looking forward to next year. read more

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Fish tales is a really fun restaurant. The drinks are served promptly and they have a very fun creative variety. The food is really fun, and tastes very fresh. I had the Spicy Briskey tacos, and while some pieces were pure fat, the others were incredibly flavorful. My wife had the flounder sandwich and she really enjoyed it. My kids genuinely loved the playground and it was very relaxing as a parent to sit back and watch them play as I sipped my drinks. My server was likewise very patient and helpful with my questions. read more

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I stopped in for lunch with friends! The dirty banana as delicious!! 10/10 recommend! The french fries were tasty and a great sized portion! The salad was ok- pretty lackluster with minimal dressing. We sat at the bar and bartenders were very attentive and friendly. The vibes of this place are unmatched! Definitely a must go to spot if you're in Ocean City! read more

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Awesome food and service. Laid back vibes perfect for spring and summer nights during the season. read more

Fish Tales - Bay view from outside seating - Bars Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

The service was amazing and we did not wait long for a table, even though it was crowded! The only thing was, that it was slightly hot as there's no indoor seating and not many fans outdoors but that is expected in a heat wave. Otherwise, we had a great experience and the food was pretty great as well! read more

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An Ocean City staple!! Great seafood, quick service (even with a wait for a table) and even better vibes. This open-concept restaurant meets bar is the perfect spot any night of the week at the beach! read more

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Went here for lunch. I got the cheeseburger and it was delicious! Great drinks! Service was fast and friendly. Amazing views as the restaurant is water front. read more

Fish Tales - Vodka water - Bars Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Fish tales food was great and I recommend this restaurant. The Coconut Cod Fingers with the mango habanero sauce was not hot and was very tasty. The Blackended Mahi Reuben sounds weird but was really good,it had a good portion of fish, Swiss cheese, Thousand Island dressing, sauerkraut, chips, and pickles. The Seafood Burrito was excellent, it had a good portion of shrimp, crab, scallop chuncks, with a creamy queso sauce inside, topped with Enchilada sauce, the rice was seasoned well, and a side of sour cream. The seating outside is really fun with a sand floor, and umbrellas at each table. The outside bar is really cool with fish statues decorating the walkway at the marina. They were busy and the service was great. I will definitely be back. read more

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wow this place is good!!! we came on saturday at 1:30 and didn't have a problem getting seated (we were only 2 people but it gets CROWDED). our food came out pretty quick and let me tell you it was delicious. I got the hawaiian BLT and I would highly recommend it to the next person. My boyfriend got the fish and chips and he enjoyed it too! read more

Fish Tales - hawaiian BLT - Bars Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

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Such a fun place especially with kids! We sat by the playground on the tables in the sand and the kids were able to run in and out of the playground. Service was great and quick, I had the tuna poke and it was fresh and the wasabi sauce was delicious and the perfect amount of spice. To drink I had the pineapple mojito which was delicious and had a good amount of alcohol in it- good value for your money! The ambiance is awesome at this spot, right by the docks so beautiful view and breeze, we will definitely be back! read more

Fish Tales - Tuna poke bowl & pineapple mojito. - Bars Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

We stopped in here every year when in Ocean City. The happy hour is great especially if you enjoy crushes this trip they had grouper nuggets special and they were delicious. We got them twice. read more

Fish Tales - Bars Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

Lots of outdoor seating and it overlooked the bay. There are umbrellas to shade you from the sun and it feels like you're eating at the beach as you have sand beneath your feet. There's a kids play area connected to the restaurant. Conch fritters were delicious and came with different sauces. Its a little chewier, but worth it. Frog legs were interesting to say the least. The fact that it was fried made it taste a but better. Garlic mussels and the sauce to dip the bread in was delicious!! Very flavorful. read more

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Wanted a lunch with a view of the water and fish tales did not disappoint! Food menu was basic bar like food, but the bacon on the B.L.A.T. and bacon cheeseburger (burger came out over done) was our favorite part of the meal. Wasn't too impressed with the alcoholic drinks I ordered, but the food and vibe made up for that! read more

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The rice bowl with beans, plantain, avocado, pork belly is out of this world delicious. Nice festive atmosphere, great for groups. read more

Saw this & had to stop here. Right on the bay. Place was very busy then again it was on a Friday night. Food was amazing. Thick bacon for me. Would definitely stop by again. read more

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Long wait but don't always mind when you're at the beach. I like the location and the docks. Cool atmosphere. Food was okay. Drinks are good though. read more

Friendly staff. Though the business manager replying to any review under a 5 star rating with nothing but smart remarks is crazy. Sadly, when vacationing there, people don't tend to look at reviews before going. This is not my first encounter either with a bad experience and a rude manager in OC. Wish they weren't so arrogant and had better things to do with their own time. Going after someone with a service dog too... should be ashamed. read more

Big Place - Shockingly Organized I have to say for such a large packed place, i cannot believe how quickly we were served. Over and over again. These people have this process down. Fish Tales on the marina will please every fun-loving member of your party, young and old. Big adirondack chairs scattered about the deck area to catch the sun and the sunsets, a fab play area for the wee folk and a solid happy hour at the bars - summer living at it's best. And the drinks and food are always worth a return visit which is why this is usually a first stip on our OC vacation and often our last stop before heading home. Tip: Ocean City's signature cocktail the Orange Crush is a must try!! I usually don't like touristy busy spots, but Fish Tales is a must when you visit OC. Thanks read more

So disappointed. Brought our young kiddos, excited to allow them to play in the play area and none of the other parents seemed to be really watching their kids. Also very dangerous when walking in, there is nothing stopping a kid from falling in the water. Food was pretty good but they served us expired apples for my kid. (The expiration was on the pouch, couple days past). They were visibly mushy. They also placed a trash can right next to us which kind of sucked. read more