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.

Our dinner at The Kitchen at the Imperial was truly an experience we will remember and cherish!…read moreFrom the moment my hubby, brother-in-law, and I walked through the door, we were greeted with the warmest welcome, genuine smiles, and such wonderful hospitality. When I mentioned that my hubby, Ken, would be celebrating his birthday next week, they surprised us with a personalized menu that said "Happy Birthday, Ken!" What a thoughtful and unexpected touch! It may seem like a small gesture, but it meant so much and made our evening even more special. Our server, Angela, was absolutely wonderful. She was so personable, attentive, and professional, and made us feel like we were dining with friends rather than simply being customers. And the food... absolutely incredible! My hubby and I had the crab cakes, while my brother-in-law enjoyed the surf and turf. Every single dish was beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. Everything about our evening was perfection! It's not often that a restaurant leaves such a lasting impression, but The Kitchen at the Imperial truly did. Our only regret is that we live in New Jersey and were only visiting for the weekend. Knowing it will be awhile before we can return is the hardest part--but we are already looking forward to the next time! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to the entire staff for making our evening so special. You didn't just serve us a wonderful meal--you gave us a beautiful memory that we will take home with us.

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.

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!

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

Food was great ! Menu has lots of choices and they were very accommodating with substitutions…read more Waitress was very friendly and helpful. Great experience.

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!

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.

I Don't Always Come To Rock Hall.... But I when I do. I come…read moreto Waterman's !!! The staff is awesome, the food is good and the atmosphere is on point!

Beautiful space, great service (thank you so much, Hannah!), and best crab cakes!!! Highly…read morerecommend visiting!

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!

We went out of our way on this evening to visit this favorite. We drove an hour to meet friends for…read moredinner there. Let's start with the fact that the restaurant is beautiful, so nicely appointed and warm. We were greeted by Donald our server who could not have been more cordial. He was exceptionally nice and knowledgeable of the menu. He had been working there for over 4 years. Then the food--also wonderful. We had rockfish and the short ribs after the butternut squash soup special--all were great. I gave the restaurant a 5 even though we did have a service issue. Something had gone wrong and our entrée order did not get placed. This postponed our next course. We recognized this as did Donald. He could not have been more apologetic and they worked to get the dishes prepared. So often an error like this is made and the server and management just move on. In this case they felt sincerely bad about it happening and ultimately took the price of a very nice bottle of wine we had ordered off the bill. Exceptional guest relations and insurance to see that we returned. And we will!!

Unbelievably rude. All we wanted was a cocktail and despite open seats at the bar they wouldn't let…read moreus have one cocktail. The worst part was they blamed it on a busy weekend and were condescending. We are in the business and this was the opposite of customer service. I own a farm here and have 20-30 people visiting to hunt each season who will NOT be spending money here. One drink would have solved this. Rodney was as rude as the host.

This place is awesome!! Such a great added convenient store and delicious kitchen for the area!!…read more I come for the hot food mostly, but they have it all here. Small trinkets and gifts, regular convenient store products, coffee, and the like. Family owned with kind and warm service, you can't go wrong here. The prices are very reasonable, the place is spotless, and the food the food the food is so tasty, so fresh, and priced so well. It's my regular go to breakfast spot anytime I'm in town.

I just ordered for the first time and finished lunch. My mom had the 21-shrimp basket with fries,…read moreand I went for the Tex-Mex Chicken and Shrimp Quesadilla. We're in Chestertown, and we were hoping for warm food, and it did not disappoint, everythng came very hot! My mom really appreciated that the breaded shrimp didn't have tails. The meal was delicious, full of flavor, and arrived quickly. Overall, a fantastic experience, and I'd definitely recommend Go Mart to anyone!

We stopped in for lunch. The restaurant has an Italian vibe and is tastefully decorated. My husband…read moreand dad both had burgers which were huge. They both said they were delicious. Our waitress steered me in the right direction with the Penne alla Polpa, penne with lump crabmeat. I felt like it was a great value for $16. Next time I am visiting my dad in Chestertown I will definitely stop back in.

Authentic Italian food!!! Large portions!!! Fabulous menu to choose from and everything comes out…read moreperfect and delicious!!! So hard to choose just one thing!!! Gluten free and wood fired pizzas as well. Friendliest staff!! Best to make a reservation, although lots of seating, fills up quickly as you can imagine!!!! Yum!!!!!!!