Wow such an amazing and beautiful ambience. If you want that you are in the right place! Get a window seat and enjoy the view! But .. maybe bc I'm from Philadelphia and we have New York here too I am a critic . My chicken came out basically raw . It was the end of the night so they couldn't give me a new meal. You could tell the server was exhausted. Try the Oreo cookie ice cream dessert at the end ! That was delicious! read more

Run, don't walk! The food was amazing! I would drive out an hour just to be able to get dinner here. The food and service was top service. From the looks of what our friend ordered, the crab cakes were plump and juicy with crab meat. The crab bisque was also delicious though a bit salty for my taste but that's usually the case. The bread. Make sure you leave room for that! The catch of the day was fresh but the flavor was alright. I ordered the duck breast and enjoyed every last drop! The views are amazing too! We were lucky to have fireworks the night we were here. The dress code also is flexible whether you want to be more dressed up you don't feel out of place. The service was also great. I really appreciated our server telling us the 20% gratuity was included since we had a large party. It's the little things that add up. read more

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This would have been a 5 star review and should have been a 10. However, I am not cheap and can afford a $15.00 dessert but I was very surprised they didn't comp my birthday rum cake. They had a nice birthday welcoming sign on the table. Savannah provided exceptional service. Very friendly and attentive. Hostess staff was very nice as well. Their Clams appetizer was excellent. They provide bread to dip. Could have licked the dish. Shrimp Schnitzel was good but for $17. 3 should have been provided but only two. Short Rib dinner was delicious and the swordfish catch up the day was excellent. Rum mousse cake extra yummy. Restaurant is beautiful, bar area and large seating with nice views. Couldn't believe the history of the restaurant and how magnificent it is. Parking plenty of private marked spots. This is a MUST go for dinner when in Ocean City. read more

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Outstanding Food, But Appalling Customer Service Visited August 2026 The food at The Hobbit Restaurant in Ocean City is nothing short of amazing every dish we had was prepared to absolute perfection, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. The culinary team truly knows what they are doing. Unfortunately, our experience was completely ruined by the owner, Garvey. His behavior was shockingly rude, hostile, and completely unacceptable for anyone in the hospitality industry; let alone someone running a business. Treating customers with such utter disrespect is a disgrace, and it completely overshadowed what should have been a wonderful dining experience. Because of the appalling way we were treated by management, we will never be back and cannot recommend this establishment to anyone. Great food is not worth patronizing a business led by someone who treats people this way. read more

This is a restaurant we always make reservations for when we come to Ocean City and often eat at twice during the week. This is a beautiful restaurant overlooking the bay, perfect for a romantic dinner or celebration. We shared the Beet salad which was nicely brought to us on two plates and was quite fillings. The Smoked Cheddar Pierogis with sauerkraut and fried apples was delicious, not heavy or smoky. My husband had the Petit Filet mignon then a creme brulee for dessert which was small, thin, light, and wonderfully creamy. It came topped with strawberries. The indoor dining area is elegant, comfortable and romantic. You can watch the sunset but at the table by the windows, you may be a bit blinded by the sun until it sets and it got rather warm in the sun. It was worth it - watching the birds fly into the marsh and hop around. Previously, we have also sat outside on the small balcony at the high two person tables and high chairs. There is a better view of the bay from inside the restaurant since the restaurant and apartment building does not block the view on the sides. Savannah our waitress, was friendly, helpful, and attentive. read more

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If you want fine dining or have a special occasion while in OCMD this is where you want to go. We made reservations a few weeks in advance. Reservations are a must!! The place is large and veryyy busy. Great service and fresh food. The views are amazing with a beautiful sunset. read more

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The food here was seriously to die for! We came with a group of 10 ladies for a bachelorette dinner. They had a "congratulations" sign on our table upon arrival which was a nice touch. Our table was near the window so we got a gorgeous view of the sunset although half the table did have the sun in their eyes for part of dinner. We started with a round of espresso martinis then calamari, and Caesar salad (two of each). Portion sizes were not huge but enough for us. The calamari was cooked well but probably my least favorite thing I ate here. The Caesar salad dressing was some of the best I've ever had. 8 of the 10 of us got the short rib dish and I don't think anyone had any complaints, it was VERY good. The other two girls got the brick chicken and a filet mignon, both said theirs were good as well. Overall a great dinner experience, would come back if I'm back in town! read more

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The Hobbit is an upscale American and seafood restaurant located in the Rivendell Condominium building on 81st Street. It's open Sunday through Thursday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and from 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM Friday and Saturday. My friends and I had a list of spots to try this year, and this one was at the top. We'd heard nothing but great things, so I'm happy to say it didn't disappoint. All the food was enjoyable and our server Vern made sure we were well taken care of. We kicked things off with the Cherry Bomb Calamari and the Scallops Tagliatelle. The calamari, topped with toasted coconut and served with Shanghai aioli, was good, but the tagliatelle was the standout. Perfectly seared dayboat scallops paired with housemade tagliatelle in a truffle butter sauce, with peas, pancetta, Parmesan, and a drizzle of jus gras. Rich, fresh, and beautifully balanced. Next, I tried the cream of crab soup, made with fresh Maryland jumbo lump crab meat. The flavor was rich and well-balanced, but I did encounter a few shell fragments. A truly great bowl of cream of crab should be smooth and shell-free. For our entrees, we ordered the smoked cheddar pierogies, the red wine braised short rib, and the filet mignon. While everything was delicious, the filet was by far the best. You can choose from three preparation styles, we had it blackened, and it was cooked and seasoned to absolute perfection. It's a dish I'd happily come back for. read more

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My family & I have been dining at The Hobbit Restaurant in OCM for over 5 years. Lovely restaurant with great views of the Bay. The food is always good & the service is top notch. Best to get there when the restaurant first opens to ensure a table by the window. Reservations are recommended, however the window seats are not guaranteed. Great to celebrate special occasions. Highly recommend! read more

The theme is so fun for Tolkien fans! The panoramic views of the bay are beautiful but be careful around sunset and bring your sunglasses! It gets BRIGHT inside. The service was excellent, shout out to Tim! The food was average for a fine dining restaurant. The steak was overcooked and the fish was under seasoned. It was just okay for the price. The dessert and cocktails were great though! If the food had been seasoned a little bit more and if the steak had been cooked properly this would have been 5 stars. But overall it was a good experience and we'd probably return. read more

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Loved it. Loved the vibe and our server was fantastic! I got the duck. It was exactly what I wanted! 10/10

Yum yum yum. Been coming for over 42 years. Still love the veal pistachio!! Still as good as first time in 1983!! My husband had swordfish with lump crab in a white wine sauce. So good!! Carrot cake finished us up. So so so excellent!!! Vern was a terrific server!! Thanks!! read more

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My wife and I tried this place for our first time after multiple recommendations along with my sister and her husband who HAVE been here before! We were all really disappointed! Starting with a less than enthusiastic server, the supposedly award winning cream of crab was the worst I think I have ever had!, while it did have a some lumps of crab in it, it was watery not thick like it should be! We then had the special of the day, SWORDFISH, IT WAS COOKED GOOD BUT JUST LACKED ANY REAL FLAVOR , the corn mash it was served on was good! Bottom line, this place is way overpriced and overrated! Probably , would not go back! read more

Experienced a wonderful dining experience this past week . The menu, the servers, the food and the atmosphere were all first class , especially for a beach town . The prices are competitive for this level of service . Hats off to the chef ... our orders were all presented beautifully and the taste of each entree was special . read more

Never dissapoints. The best restaurant in OC hands down. Cream of Crab is best I ever had, the lamb chops are best I ever had. Stuffed filet is perfect every time! read more

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Go to the hobbit every time we are in town and it is the best! Food is great, and service is amazing too. Luke is the best server, you should request him. Reservations needed, as this place fills up quickly even during the week. Always happy to return read more

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Love the Hobbit! It's a must every time we come to ocean city. Great service and great steaks!

The dining experience here was fantastic from A- Z. We highly recommend this restaurant for a great dinner experience when in Ocean City.

Went to The Hobbit for dinner on our anniversary. It was a pleasant surprise to see we had a card at our table celebrating with us! I got an espresso martini and it was delicious! Wife ordered the lobster Mac & cheese and I got the smoked cheddar pierogis. The Mac and cheese was good but not her favorite. The pierogis were excellent! The smoked cheddar flavor with the sauerkraut and the apples paired so perfectly together! Unfortunately did not have room for dessert, was planning on trying the chocolate rum cake. Overall nice dinning experience. Beautiful dinning atmosphere. read more

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Our party of 7 came for dinner on a Saturday night at 9pm. We were celebrating my friends bachelorette and my birthday. We were greeted and immediately seated upon our arrival. Our server was quick to take our order and share drink/food specials. bread with butter was provided for the table as a starter and it was fresh and warm. I ordered the Macadamia Crusted Salmon as I was looking forward to enjoying seafood by the water. The salmon was fresh and flavorful , it hit the spot after a long day of driving and activities around Ocean City. Food came out quick and everyone we encountered was very polite. I would recommend this place especially if you're looking for a more upscale experience while in Ocean City! read more

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This place is everyrhing everyone says it is. We got the blackened filet and the crab cakes and both were outstanding. Our server was great cannot wait to come back! read more

Amazing dinner experience celebrating a birthday! They had a happy birthday sign on the table which was a nice touch. The bread basket was incredible. Our server was very attentive and knowledgeable. All of the food was amazing and we enjoyed the cocktails as well. The ambience was wonderful and we enjoyed sitting next to the windows overlooking the bay. Overall the perfect restaurant for a special occasion read more

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The waitress Caroline gave my fiance and I the worst service we have ever had. We made our reservation 4 weeks in advance, excited to celebrate a big occasion at a restaurant we had heard great things about. She was desperate to flip our table. She alerted us less than half way through eating our entree that another reservation had reserved our table in 10 minutes, despite the fact neither of us were close to finished with our steak nor drinks. She had just let us order another round of drinks minutes before telling us this. To top it off, there were two other tables empty in her section on the patio- leading us to be confused as to why the next reservation couldn't sit at either of the empty tables. We offered to move to one of those since we were still eating, and she told us those were both reserved as well. This was upsetting as we had already spent a ton of money on our meal, had just ordered fresh drinks from her, and were unhappy to be pushed out. Luckily, the owner was fantastic- the second he heard about it, he apologized for her behavior and took care of us. He told us we could finish our meal at our table. We were there another 40 minutes and- to our surprise- the other tables never filled. She wasn't even flipping our table, she lied about a future reservation and was rude just to try and have less tables to deal with. When she later dropped the check, she pointed out the discount we received from the manager and said how she should be tipped "20% minimum" on the original amount. We were too kind to point out that we received the discount due to her disrespect and awful service. This waitress should not be working here. She was horribly rude, shamelessly tried to upsell the menu without any nuance, and was disrespectful to myself, my partner, and a table next to us with a couple who left equally upset by how she treated them. Caroline is a horrible waitress. I hope to return for the hobbit for its great food and to support the owner as long as the waitstaff is better. She was awful. read more

This place has the best sunset view, and the best most eclectic menu of this past week in Ocean City! Our old friend, who has done very well for himself, offered to buy dinner at the best restaurant in Ocean City, Maryland. I am no fool so I quickly consulted with my Yelp Elite peers in Ocean City and found The Hobbit! Boy, was this a terrific choice! The appetizer selection was unsurpassed in creativity and flavor. The service was first class all the way, we could not have asked for higher quality care by our service team. The view from the dining room was extraordinary and the sunset was spectacular. Parking was free and easy. There is an impressive selection of house-special cocktails and mine was delicious, (24 year-old Mccallen Scotch whiskey) The halibut special was extremely wonderful with late sweet corn and peppers! My chocolate desert was huge and fresh and delicious. My three old friends all raved about their meals! If you happen to be in Ocean City, and you love an epicurean celebration. you cannot do any better. Make a reservation the word is out! read more

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Fantastic experience. I've had this on my list for a while and it was great experience! I recommend making a reservation if you want to try The Hobbit! The highlight of the meal were certain the lamb chops in fact I would two orders next time as my meal! The scallop potatoes, gandolf salad and steak were also scrumptious. The drink were great and views fantastic. I will certainly be back! read more

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2 stars mainly for great service and a decent wine menu. Our waiter was great. Hat's off to this guy. Look, my party of 3 was disappointed. Guys golf weekend, in town to play some nice golf courses and try some good restaurants. None of us had been here before. The vibe was slightly upscale which was nice. The view overlooking the bay was also a really nice plus. The menu: Sparse. Some items not did not look appealing to try. I chose the veal medallions. They were poorly dredged in flour, had a floury residue with each bite, and the complimenting sauce just didn't save the dish despite the shallots and Madiera wine. If you decide to go, I'd opt for a conventional steak. And FYI since my visit last month I don't think the menu has changed. The 14 mains options are simply not enough. Maybe we just all chose wrong with our selections? My other 2 in the party had crab cakes with a side of the green beans and a cream of crab soup app along with the scallops and taglietelle. Neither was impressed. The positives. They had a hopping bar, which apparently has other dishes for the bar patrons. It was lively and looked like a nice place to spend an evening after playing 18 or hitting the beach. Maybe nextime a bar visit is in order. read more

The Hobbit was a wonderful choice for an upscale birthday dinner. Everything was excellent! We snagged a last minute reservation after a cancellation due to weather and thankfully it held out for us as we sat outside. The view was great! Food was incredible, even starting with the fresh rolls (of course we got a refill). The crab soup was lovely and catch of the day (halibut) came with corn, bacon, asparagus and cherry tomatoes. Duck breast was done very well. Cocktails and mocktails were wonderful. Our server was excellent and we appreciated the birthday sign :) will return next time in OCMD! read more

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We had an anniversary dinner here on a beautiful evening and got to enjoy their patio overlooking the bay. Top notch service and a unique menu which was a lovely break from the more touristy places we had been eating at all week. The staff was super generous after a snafu with some of the leftovers being accidentally thrown out. A really nice night out. read more

As a long-time frequenter of O.C., I've been coming to The Hobbit for years and have never been disappointed. My appetizer personal favorite is the Lollipop Lamb Chops--tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Close seconds are the Smoked Beef Carpaccio and the Elite Baked Oysters, both of which are consistently delicious. When it comes to entrées, I highly recommend the crab cakes and the filet mignon. As for drinks, I'm a huge dirty martini fan, and the "Polish Dirty Thoughts" cocktail (stuffed blue cheese olives) is to die for. The gluten-free options here are outstanding. All the dishes I've mentioned are gluten-free, including the crab cakes. The atmosphere is top-notch--elegant and upscale with gorgeous views of the bay. I recommend coming at sunset for a particularly spectacular view. The service is excellent; the staff are kind, helpful, and welcoming, making every visit a memorable experience. read more

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I don't think my experience lines up with others. I am surprised this place has such good reviews based on food taste alone. Atmosphere might be very nice as it has beautiful views however when it is sunny you get a bit baked and when I looked around half the people had sunglasses on indoors. Service from our water was solid... manager unimpressed. Food this is where our experience fell apart. Steak ordered medium... came out very rare. The steak somehow was not evenly cooked. Not exactly clear how that could happen as I cook a lot of steak. Not the end of the world the water took care of it. Now the bad part while I didn't have my steak I ate what was left on the plate. On the plate was a fly.... A bit of an appetite killer. Waiter kindly replated the steak when it was ready. Manager stopped by to apologize and offered a drink on him and a dessert. Candidly, I didn't finish my steak so hard to think I am going to eat a dessert. On top of that the steak was okay at best. Wife's meal no flies but the fish was okay. I had the same fish at one of the sodel's restaurants the night before and it was a couple notches tastier. Sodels is a different price point so clearly they stepped up. The upgraded potato side (au gratin or lyonnaise can't remember) was amazing. Best I have had. Cream of crab soup... I was dying to come here as I have read a lot about their cream of crab. The crab content was fine... not impressive. The issue with the soup it seemed like there was a spice in the soup that did not belong or someone had a heavy hand with it. The soup was okay. Wedge salad was also okay. Someone had a very heavy hand with the balsamic glaze. The balsamic over powered the wedge. Drinks solid but nothing amazing. No dessert. For me my meal was a lot of my favorites and outside of the side the food really did not taste all that good. My wife had a similar opinion. Normally I don't complain and even if my steak comes out over or underdone I eat it anyway. I have never asked for anything to be compd but if your customer in a high end restaurant doesn't eat their meal and there is a fly in it then maybe you should do something. read more

Love this place !!! Food, Service, & Ambiance outstanding. Have eaten Inside, @ at the Bar, & Outside on patio. Fresh Catch of the Day was a bit pricey for the portion size ($59 for maybe 4 oz Swordfish). That being said, it was delicious. Never had a bad meal here and highly recommend read more

The Hobbit Restaurant - Drink Menu - So CREATIVE - New American Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

First, the ambiance is incredible. Not just for fans of Lord of the Rings, although that's a big draw. Service was prompt and friendly. Food was sort of old school fancy steak / seafood. Be warned that it's very expensive. Would def go back for a special occasion! read more

By far the best restaurant in OC. I have never had steak so good in my life, I got it blackened and it was cooked to perfection. The beef carpaccio is out of this world. Mary's delight for dessert is a must.This is my favorite place to go too! read more

The Hobbit Restaurant - Beef carpaccio - New American Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

First class dining experience! Vern & Alyssa took very good care of us! (As did Reilly at the bar!) We had a beautiful table by the window, overlooking the bay. We started with the beef carpaccio which was delicious. My wife had a perfectly grilled filet, medium rare & I had the swordfish special. Again, perfectly cooked. We look forward to our next trip to The Hobbit! read more

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LOVE this place! We always make it a point to come here while on our annual OCMD trip. The entire staff is beyond hospitable, which anyone can appreciate. Our server was Katie and she was fantastic. The food is always top notch. I ordered the Swordfish and wow ... what a portion and what flavors! Love the views of the bay and perfect for pictures. read more

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Everything here is what you would expect from a fine dining establishment. From the time you are greeted to the presentation last bite of dessert every moment is enjoyable. The staff is very professional and attentive, the food is scrumptious and perfectly portioned (except desserts which can be large), and the cocktails are well crafted and if you prefer wine they have a well laid out selection. There are great views of the Bay from anywhere in the restaurant but your window seating is optimal and if you are looking to capture one of those tables make reservations early. This is a great place to celebrate a special occasion. read more

The Hobbit Restaurant - New American Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

The Hobbit is the single best fine dining restaurant in Ocean City. Period. I could go on about the incredible views with the floor to ceiling windows, the incredible service (top level trained waiters), but all that is nothing without the food, because oh my goodness the food is just delicious. The filet blackened with boursin sauce is one of the best things I've ever eaten in my life. And I've eaten a lot of great things. I dream about that filet. The perfect crust that's not too salty, and the silky texture of the boursin sauce with the butter-textured filet. Every bite melts in your mouth. The lamb is also on my best things I've eaten list. Truly worth the price and hype. Every side, every appetizer, every cocktail I've ever gotten there is just outstanding. No notes. I would rather go there one night than any other restaurant in town several times, it's leagues above. read more

My partner took me here for our anniversary dinner. We called in same day and was able to get a last minute reservation from a cancellation. So I would recommend making reservations ahead of time during busy seasons. Matt our sever was friendly and attentive. They added a happy anniversary card to our table which I loved. The crab cake was delicious! I also enjoyed our dessert and food. All in all a beautiful restaurant for fine dining in OC. read more

The Hobbit Restaurant - New American Near Me - Ocean City, Maryland

It was incredibly disappointing. I don't recommend it. Three hundred bucks later, we had enjoyed two drinks and some all right bread. The service was rushed, the appetizers (we got cauliflower and cream of crab soup) were mediocre, and the entrees were basically inedible. Meat was overcooked and the pierogies were, well, let's just say I would rather have eaten Mrs. T's. Rip off. Go to Liquid Assets. Experience tells us this is the only good place in OCMD. read more

We loved our meals at the Hobbit.My disappointment was the atmosphere.We love to go to restaurants that provide a romantic ambiance where the lights are soft & dim not light & bright! Booths are OK -attached somewhat are not OK! Noice should be beautiful background music ! We were somewhat disappointed to the atmosphere! read more