We were seated promptly and were served beverages quickly. The food specials were tempting and were…read moreabsolutely delicious. Our meal this evening was one of the best we've had in years - highly recommended!

Nice restaurant. Super sweet waitstaff. Crab soup was divine. Homemade chips yummy! Steamed shrimp…read morewas well cooked. And, the crab cake sandwich (broiled) was very good (and very little filler). We will be back!

Our waitress Julie was very friendly, professional, attentive and personable…read more My husband had the ribs which were tasty but cooked a little bit too long and were on the drier side. I had the salmon Mediterranean style. It was very good along with basmati rice and vegetables. I felt they could serve a slightly larger portion of the vegetables. Salmon was done perfectly and it was a good portion. Cheesecake with blackberry sauce was delicious.

Amazing gem tucked away in tiny Rock Hall! 18 minutes from Bmore by boat, 2 hours by car, worth it!…read moreSome of the BEST food I've had in awhile. Beats Oregon Grill, Michaels, Bluestone.....our usual Timonium-Lutherville fancy haunts. Crab dip- AMAZING! Full of sweet MD crab, cheese, herbs..mmm. Tortilla chips worked but kinda wished for baguette. Catfish done Cajun, and Eastern Shore style....OMG sooooo good! Even sell dog portions, pups loved the chicken! Going back tomorrow, taking dogs they allowed in bar, trying the steak. Mmmm. Martinis hit nice too! Apple crumble, creme brulee finished. Worth drive to come again- wish I had a boat, would be a quick ride!

Lovely staff. EXCELLENT Indian food. I was passing through the area, looking to kill some time…read morebecause the Bay Bridge was backed up. Next time I'll just be stopping because of the great service and food.

Tried this new spot out on a Wed. afternoon. Plenty of parking infront, behind and on the sides of…read morethe building. They have a buffet everyday $15 (see photo for hours) When we walked in, we were greeted by the waiter at the door There's a bar, high table area, and dining area. Bathroom in the back We shared the garlic naan bread and the waiter gave us some dipping sauces for them. It was okay I ended up getting the chicken quesadilla, delish and hearty! My dad got the lamb gyro and he said it was good The fries came out piping hot. Soda and water are in the thick, tall plastic cups. They have ice subs like starbucks. There was a bit too much ice in the soda for me to enjoy the drink without sucking up the ice cubes with every pull They are also on door dash if you want delivery, or you can also pick up

Picked the Retriever for dinner out with friends during my bachelorette weekend and so glad we did…read more Apps and cocktails were on point (strawberry Negroni!) and our server Tessa was so sweet. Love that they serve local oysters.

The Retriever Oyster House in Chestertown left us with a mixed impression, one that deserves a fair…read moreand constructive take. We had just come from a college football game and, on the fly, decided to grab dinner here based on the recommendation of the one local in our group. There were seven of us, and most went for the double smash burgers with fries, which were excellent. Kim, our server, was outstanding, prompt, accurate, and attentive throughout the evening. The bartender also added to the positive side of the experience, making sure everything at the table ran smoothly. The issue came at the door. We had tried to call ahead to let them know we were on the way, not realizing that OpenTable was their preferred system. When we arrived, the host made this clear, but in a way that was unnecessarily sharp and cold. It set the wrong tone for the night. In a town where friendliness is the norm, the contrast was striking. The experience began under a haze that was difficult to shake, even though the food and drinks were excellent once we sat down. To be constructive, this is less about policy and more about hospitality. A host sets the tone, and a welcoming explanation could have changed everything. Something as simple as, "We usually use OpenTable to handle groups this size, but I'm glad you're here, let's get you taken care of," would have gone a long way. Instead of frustration, it could have created a positive first impression and likely earned a loyal group of returning guests for years to come. Inside, the atmosphere was lively, with locals enjoying themselves in a loud and fun environment. Our group of longtime friends who have been convening in Chestertown for two decades fit right in once we were seated. However, the bad first impression lingered, and as a result we only had one round with food before deciding to leave a lot earlier than our normal rhythm for an evening out. We ended up taking our bar bill to another venue. Great food and excellent table service carried the night, but the host made sure we will not be returning as part of our annual tradition. This is a restaurant with strong potential, and it could go from good to exceptional with just a little more attention to how guests are greeted.

Went here on a Saturday night while staying local for a tasting menu and wine pairing…read more The entire experience was just that. An experience. Our waiter, Miles was personable, professional and attentive. We threw them a bit of a curveball needing mocktails for one of us but they took the challenge in stride and came up with great pairings. Chef/Owner Steve came out to greet us and walked us through each course explaining that it's all a surprise and off menu using local fresh ingredients. Everything was fantastic! Perfect portion sizes with excellent timing between courses. We will definitely be coming back and will be recommending this restaurant to everyone

Stopped back in November 2025. Who says a light lunch has to be dull. Brussels (again!) and…read moreSherman's Steak Tartar. Lovely window seat in the bar. Great service.

The crab cake blt is the reason I go back. The staff is friendly and attentive. A good place to…read morewatch a game.

You may not be able to control the noise, but can you not employ a "receptionist" and wait staff…read morewith a little more connectivity and care for customers??? Neither of ours really cared. No questions on the way to our table, like, Have you been here before? If so, Welcome back. If not, we hope you'll enjoy dining here. The ambiance was mostly Feed 'em and turn the table. Maybe you don't pay them enough to care -- or to chat. Or to express hope that we'll come back often. Granted, there are people there to squeeze lunch into a work day, but not everyone... The food is practical, ordinary. Not notable.

Happy chicken catered our wedding & we were so impressed with them during the entire process. Their…read morefood is so delicious, their ingredients are fresh & our guests are still commenting on their menu over a month later. To note a few of my favorites were their buffalo chicken puff pastry bites, sweet & sour meatballs, chicken salad & pulled pork sliders, potato salad & Mac & cheese. Martha made the most delicious wedding cake ever - I'm from the UK & wanted to pay homage to my favorite British cake, the Victoria sponge. She literally blew us away with how yummy & beautiful it was. Not to mention, Martha & Zach are the most genuine, kind & down to earth people ever. I truly can't recommend them & their food enough!

When my program manager told me of Happy Chickens Friday lunch special, " crab cake Friday" , I…read morehad to have this popular lunch special: 5 ounce Crab cake sandwich on house made griddled bun (lettuce and tomato) with ramekin of homemade tartar sauce and house made chips $15.00 . Crab meat was back fin crab meat tasting of a combination of jumbo and special crab meat and flavored just right. Loving the Walton family recipe. The homemade chips were crispy, fresh, and didn't have that store bought taste. I dipped the chips in the tartar sauce because the sauce was that good. Thanks Martha and Zach!

I was excited to try the "frab" fries: seasoned fries with a crab crumble topping and a cheese…read moresauce for dipping. The crab meat was a bit dry, but overall it was flavorful. The cheesesteak was pretty good although I wish I knew it would be a seeded roll (which I do not love).

Drove down from Philly based off a recommendation. I'm not a cheesesteak fan and the word was their…read moreroast pork was good. The place is right on the main road in Angelsea/north wildwood. Got there around 11:20. Jerry took my order. Food was ready fairly quickly. Very good pork sandwich on seeded roll that I'm a fan off. Broccoli rabe was cooked right. Perfect sharp provolone. The pork was not dry and not fatty and had very good flavor. The owner came over and said that the rolls are baked in house and from Staten Island. They have plenty of outdoor seating and they have a few tables inside as well. I'd go back to try their roast beef, meatballs and cutlets. October 10, 2026. I went back and chicken parm. Perfect! Thin cutlet, fried perfect and right amount of sauce and cheese and bread was perfect.

love the atmosphere and the sweet potato fries! Never had a bad meal here and the service is always…read moresuper friendly

Sometimes you just want a good juicy burger. You will get one here. The menu is almost overwhelming…read moreuntil you remember you can order them as you like them with nearly any ingredient. I would advise ordering "medium" if you don't want a well-done burger. Medium rare was more rare than I liked but you know how that is a matter of opinion or style. The beef was SO good it was ok rare. (what I'd call rare.) The brioche style buns are very large. I never get how to bite into them so I do an open face. The accompanying fries were on the overdone side but good. The onion rings are FIRE! Very crispy crumbed coating and tender. If you like onion rings, definitely get them. You'll spend more than a chain restaurant for a burger, but d...n they're good. Waitperson was fun and cheerful and took care of us well.

Lovely venue! Food was fabulous, and so was the service. Ambiance and atmosphere were awesome!read more

Decided to have a nice dinner out on a Saturday evening, so we came here. The atmosphere is really…read moreneat and old-times. You can visualize a bit what the building used to look like many years ago. They have tables all over the building so it feels very large, and most of them were full. The server was very friendly and happy to walk us through the menu, and provide recommendations. It felt wrong to order a burger at a more upscale place, but it sounded good since it had some unique ingredients together. Overall, the flavor mixture was good from the toppings but the meat itself was a little dry, so it put a damper on the overall taste. The person I was with for a pork chop and said it was "alright" but "not special". For the price, I was hoping to be impressed, but I wasn't. The Mac was good, though, as most others have said. Highly recommend that. If I could do half stars I think 3.5 is probably about right, but I'll round up since the service was really great.