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Prime 225

4.3 (229 reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 4:00 PM, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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She-Crab Cream Soup
Taylor B.

I always love coming here and had the chance to come to celebrate my birthday. The service is always spectacular and the food was 10/10 delicious. Prime 225 always has inviting and cozy energy.

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Gina A.

Small and intimate place with lovely charm located along a Main Street in a quaint waterfront town. Parking could be an issue. There's outdoor seating (small area on the sidewalk), indoor bar with about 10-12 seats, and a small dining area. Very chill and relaxed vibe. Menu has great selection of food. Not just seafood options, but also non seafood available as well. We only came in for drinks and sat at the bar. Several groups ordered dinner and what came out looked good. Especially the desserts! Ordered a lemon drop martini and a Sidecar and both were lovely. It was a bit busy so service was super fast, but that's to be expected in a small restaurant where people at the bar are eating full meals and there's one bartender for the entire place. The staff were super friendly. Would come again and try dinner for sure!! Great space to come for just a cocktail or a nice meal.

Britta G.

Dinner at Prime 225 was mostly hits. The wine selection was great for pairing with the meal, but the steak was just okay. The Brussels sprouts were the true star, followed closely by the delightful beignets. The lobster and crab dish was massive and as delicious as it was impressive- definitely expect leftovers. The place has a small and intimate charm. Just a heads up, parking can be tough, so I recommend getting there early on a Friday or Saturday and enjoying a pre-dinner walk.

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Riley H.

One of the best steaks I've ever had in my life--perfectly tender, buttery, and absolutely phenomenal. We ordered the porterhouse for two, shared a bottle of wine, and everything about the experience was amazing. The service was great and very friendly. The ambiance is quaint and intimate, so I would definitely recommend making a reservation. We usually prefer sitting at the bar, but this was a place we truly enjoyed dining at a table.

deserts (jan 2023)
Emily M.

One of my favorite places. Walked in with no reservation and Frank made it happen on a Friday Night. He's the best! All the food came out with the best timing and cooked perfectly. The drinks are always great too. Such a great date night spot. Very calm ambiance for a date night!

Lori D.

'What went well', asks Yelp? Everything! Fabulous food, great cocktails, excellent service, awesome vibe. Each time we go I enjoy it more! Highly recommend going, and making a reservation in advance.

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Jim S.

Hello we have a wonderful valentines/ birthday for my wife , amazing atmosphere, the food to spectacular !! The drinks were top notch! We the most wonderful server Karly ! She was welcoming, patient and answered all of our questions! I would highly recommend Prime 225 !

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Had a fabulous dinner a at 225 consisted of a a wedge salad, Brussels sprouts, and a perfectly cooked filet, desert, beignets! Delicious

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Has a really great meal. The meat was cooked to perfection and Hayden was a fantastic server. Thanks all!

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I have had dinner at prime 225 many times. I have never had a dinner that wasn't just the best!! 10/10

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Amazing Dinner dress up occasion great for a night out. Bar drinks High end food and great atmosphere in Chesapeake city MD

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Food was excellent and the ambiance was amazing. Excellent food selection and the drinks were delicious. Highly recommended..

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Ask the Community - Prime 225

Do they have any specials currently (Jan 2023)?

Any Friday night specials? Also, do you accept reservations?

I've always made a reservation for here. I've been before on a Friday when they did have specials. I've also been on the weekend when they did not have any specials (it might depend on the season).

Does anyone know what are the hours and/or specials for happy hour?

Mondays at the bar there are buck-a-shuck oysters, and half priced bar menu! Tuesdays we are featuring two "pre fix" menus, with four courses (appetizer, salad, entree and dessert) for $100. It's a full Prime experience for a great price. Come check… 

Does anyone know what the price range of these dishes are? It's not posted on their website

$10 will start you off with appetizers and dinners can go up into the $60 dollar range. Most things are al la cart. Dinner for two with dessert and drinks can easily be $150 but it is definitely worth it. The food is amazing.

Do they have draft beer available?

Yes, and a full service bar.

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The Wellwood - Cake and Aioli !

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Prime 225 - steak - Updated October 2026

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