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Rusty Scupper

3.8 (1.5k reviews)
PriceySeafood, Bars
Open • 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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Moderate noise
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Truffle Parmesan Fries
Kristin G.

Great experience! This is my first visit to Rusty Scupper. We sat at the bar for our first visit but the real treat is to sit by the windows with a beautiful view of the harbor. Reta and Donte were our bartenders and did an excellent job on the drinks and offered great service. Me and my husband shared the Crispy Whole Fish which was delicious and truffle fries as the side. Everything came out quickly. I definitely look forward to coming back when I'm not in a rush to enjoy seats by the window and a full three course dinner.

Ribeye
Steve H.

My wife and I stopped into the Rusty Scupper on a complete whim, and we absolutely blown away! To the point that we will be returning to Baltimore in a couple weeks and we will be returning to check out the brunch spread that they offer! Everything from the view overlooking the inner harbor. To Taylor our waitresses attending attentively to our every need with a smile. Then there was the food... we started with the calamari that was cooked to perfection, but the sauces absolutely blew us away. My wife went with the Baltimore fish fry that was just incredible. And I got the 14 oz ribeye, that was cooked and seasoned to perfection. We then finished the meal off with crème brûlée, that was the literal cherry on top of the entire experience. If you're downtown and in the inner harbor and want an incredible dining experience overlooking the picturesque inner harbor, look no further than the Rusty Scupper!

Sea bass Maryland style with lump crab roasted veggies
Mike V.

Fabulous! Fabulous! Fabulous! What an amazing meal here the seafood was scrumptious and the service spectacular!

1783 Old Fashioned
Jay K.

Went to the Rusty Scupper for dinner a couple days ago on a rainy evening, and honestly, the weather added to the ambiance. The restaurant sits right on the water in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, and we were seated by a window with a beautiful view. Between the water, the lights reflecting off it, and someone playing piano while we were there, the atmosphere was definitely top tier. Parking is paid only, but there's a garage/open-air lot right on the premises, so at least it's convenient. For drinks, my lady had the Scupper Sunset, which was really good--tasty, flavorful, and refreshing. I had an Old Fashioned that was also very good, although I felt like they were a little light-handed on the pour. My glass was barely half full. We skipped appetizers and went straight to dinner. She had the crab fettuccine, which was excellent. Very flavorful, plenty of crab meat, and a respectable portion. I had the crab cake dinner with two lump crab cakes, asparagus, and mashed potatoes. The crab cakes were very flavorful with little to no filler, but being from Maryland, I'm used to much larger lump crab cakes. For a meal that was around $68-$70, the size definitely didn't match the price for me. I can normally get one large crab cake at one of my go too spots that's close to the size of those two combined for considerably less. The asparagus and mashed potatoes were both good, and the mustard-based sauce they served with the crab cakes was phenomenal. I had it on the side, but I ended up wishing I had gotten some extra. Our waiter, McKinley, was friendly and did a great job taking care of us. Overall, the food was good, the service was good, and the ambiance was amazing. My biggest issue was simply the value. For the prices they charge, I expected a little more on the plate. I wouldn't completely rule out going back because there are other things I'd like to try, but based on this first visit, I wouldn't be in a rush. 3 out of 5 stars.

Cream Crab Souo
Christopher B.

Went to Maryland for the weekend, swung through Baltimore, and had lunch at the Rusty Scupper on a local's recommendation. Locals: 1, Google Reviews: 0. Best suggestion I've ever received in my life, no notes. The crab cakes. THE CRAB CAKES. 95% crab meat, 5% "why would we add filler bread, are we monsters." I didn't know crab cakes could have a personality until this one looked me dead in the eye. The Cream of Crab Soup was the best thing I've ever put on a roll and then had to switch to a spoon for, like it graduated from bread delivery system to full-blown soup mid-bite and I respected the glow-up. Not pictured: the Tuna Poke, which I'm still mad about. If you like poke bowls, do NOT eat here, because every poke bowl after this one is going to taste like a disappointing participation trophy. You will compare every future bowl to this one and every future bowl will lose. This is the place for a great meal, a gorgeous view, or the best first date that will ruin every future first date by comparison (sorry to whoever you date next). I repeat: do not go here if you ever want to enjoy food anywhere else again. You've been warned.

Jennifer A.

this meal was top-notch and I have to say the portion sizes were pretty great. I couldn't even eat all the vegetables, although they were so delicious on my plate. They didn't have as many gluten-free appetizer options as I would've liked to see but I asked him if they had gluten-free bread and they did bring me out a gluten-free bun lol I thought it was funny, but I really appreciated the effort. Went with a group of people, beautiful views I think it would be hard to have a business meeting there because it was so loud, but the white stuff was amazing and as I said, the food portion side was delicious delicious I had the blackened cod in the blackening seasoning that they use is out out of this world highly recommend

Whistle Pig Maple Old Fasshiined
Scott S.

The Whistle Pig Maple Old Fashioned was outstanding and set the tone for an incredible meal. I ordered the crab cake with asparagus and mashed potatoes, and it was honestly the best I've ever had. Everything on the plate was amazing from start to finish. Our server, Dante, was friendly and extremely funny, keeping us all laughing throughout the evening. He even went out of his way to bring separate gluten-free bread for someone in our group, which was a thoughtful and much appreciated touch. We had a beautiful view of the harbor with live piano music in the background. It couldn't have been a more perfect evening.

Dee D.

It was all good from the greeting, seating, service, and food. We tried the calamari, small seafood tower - 4/5 all was fresh and tasty and the lobster could have been more tender; entrees: blackened shrimp and grits, crab fettuccine, crab stuffed shrimp all good and rich with cream and butter, presumably. It was two of our birthdays, so complimentary cheesecake and ice cream were provided. Sometimes the service can make or break your dining experience and our server was perfectly accommodating. Oh - the champagne and limoncello cocktail were delicious. We had a good time.

Family photo outside the restaurant, on the harbor
Sara R.

A gorgeous harbor front spot with great service, solid food, and even better vibes. We came during Restaurant Week, $55 two‑course menu, live jazz, and a smooth dining flow for our group of five adults and three kids. The kids stuck to burgers, tenders, and salmon while the adults enjoyed the fixed menu. The best part?, celebrating my mom's birthday!The staff doesn't do the traditional song, but our table started singing when her dessert arrived and the entire restaurant joined in. People clapped, one guest even came over to wish her well. It was genuinely sweet. With four alcoholic drinks, the total was just over $500, not bad. Very seafood heavy menu, but offers American staples as well!

Tredell D.

Rusty Scupper was my first time visiting, and I have to say--the all-you-can-eat buffet brunch is top notch. The variety alone makes it worth it, but the quality seals the deal. My favorite was the omelette station (I'm an omelette guy), and they did not disappoint. Fresh, made-to-order, and exactly how you want it. If you're into seafood or southern fried catfish, you'll be in heaven--they've got it all covered. Drinks included with the price $67 person! Crazy deal! They also had a live pianist playing, which added a smooth, classy vibe to the whole experience. The atmosphere is relaxed, the bathrooms are clean, and everything felt well put together. I'll definitely be back. If you're looking for a solid brunch spot in Baltimore with great food and a nice waterfront feel, this is it. Oh yeah and the service was good.

Karina U.

Had a really good lunch here. The salmon and vegetables were cooked well and the service was great. The view of the water was perfect as well.

Oysters of the Day
Wael D.

Came here after spending the day at the aquarium and we are glad we made the walk around the harbor to get here. Service was great, our server was super cool and helpful. The restaurant is more upscale and has an incredibly nice view. We got lucky there was an air show so there were navy jets flying by the entire time we were there. The food was very good, I got the crab stuffed shrimp, my wife got blackened rockfish, and my sister got the fry basket. We also got oysters to start. Prices are a little steep here but given the location and ambiance, it's expected. Either way we had a great time and meal. I'd recommend this place to someone visiting Baltimore.

Tiramisu & cheesecake
Jessica G.

Went to the Rusty Scupper for the first time today for Valentines Day dinner. They had a wonderful prix fixed menu for the holiday. It was a beautiful setting. My only reason for lower score was because they sat us in the table all the way to the end. My husband's view for the evening was the parking garage. We enjoyed the food all the same. My husband had the calamari to start (a healthy portion - we had leftovers). I had the half & half crab soup. It was a bit salty but went well with the delicious bread that they had. He had the sea bass (beautifully cooked). Nice and light. I had the lobster. We had the cheesecake and tiramisu for dessert. The food left us full. A satisfying meal.

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Food was outstanding. Server was super nice. Perfect midday lunch atmosphere. Fantastic views of the inner harbor.

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Is parking free at the restaurant?

No, parking is not free. Reduced rate of $9.00 per day at the lower level parking garage with Rusty Scupper validation.

Do you take walk-in during Saturday brunch or do we need reservations?

You must make reservations. I learned the hard way my first time abs had to leave.

Is there a kids menu? My kids are 10 but still eat like toddlers 🤦🏽‍♀️

Not sure if there is a kids menu since we did not have any small children with us. I know the dinner menu provided did not include any kid choices. I am thinking that they do but it is a separate menu that you have to ask for. Hope this helps!

Is there an outdoor deck with a view where one can enjoy a drink or two ? And where is the best…

There's no outdoor seating, but inside you can get just as good as a view. Also park in the garage and take your ticket in to get it validated.

Does the casual dress include cargo shorts? It's pretty hot out today? **Edit** wore shorts with no…

I wouldn't wear cargo shorts but that's because I don't consider them casual dress. A lightweight pair of slacks, maybe linen blend and a polo shirt is more of my idea of casual. Plus you're going to be indoors so it's cool. You only need to walk… 

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