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

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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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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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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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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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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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

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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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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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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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

Everything about this restaurant is amazing, from the food, staff, and ambiance. You won't be disappointed.

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

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

The food and service were excellent! We visited for the Oceans Calling music festival and were Charmed by the authentic decor and hospitality! Very cute personal touches that Tolkein fans will appreciate 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

Service and View were great but the food was the highlight! I had an amazing Filet Mignon topped with crab and the wife and great crab cakes. The Cream of Crab was one of the best I ever ate. read more

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Taylor was the best server !! Excellent suggestions , attentive but not overbearing Macadamia Crusted Salmon was marvelous. Excellent staff and managers were highly visible and engaged Definitely will be back read more

Great bar tenders and drinks. The pics ad reviews of the beef carppatio are for real. Just amazing. Crazy flavor! I just tried it at Liberattorie- boring read more

If you are in Ocean City, Maryland, you must stop here for a romantic or adult date night out. Beware they have a dress code, pants and sandals for all the guests. I don't think I would bring my kids here, too fancy. Still this place was like stepping into a water world dream. We were able to book a table same day to celebrate our anniversary. The staff greeted us with beautiful smiles and had a sign on our table that said 'Happy Anniversary'. Other tables had the same or other signs. Our waitress was terrific. Gave me as much time ordering and helped with some suggestions. They have a robust wine list so if you love wine you are in heaven. I ordered a 10 oz glass of a Merlot and it got me through all three courses just fine. I ordered a gluten free potato/ sausage soup, the smoked cheddar pierogies and the crème brûlée. Everything was amazing and I couldn't have been more happy about the meal. The way the chef combines the flavors was truly mesmerizing. My pierogies had capers, sauerkraut, cheddar, bacon with sour cream. I never knew that I liked sauerkraut until it was served to me on that plate. It was definitely a night to remember and recommend to everyone. For both of us (1 app, 2 entree, 2 desserts and 2 drinks) we paid about $150. It was pricy but well worth the price tag. It was definitely a culinary experience. read more

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

We spent a long weekend in Ocean City specifically to eat here and it was fantastic! The entrance is an adorable circular Hobbit door, and as you walk through, the white interior reflects the light coming in from the long glass wall facing the marshes. No matter where you sit in the restaurant, you get a great view through that glass wall. Our server was so friendly and kind, she came back to check on us frequently and helped recommend dishes to try. The manager also came by to check on our experience, which is such a simple but impactful gesture! The food was wonderful. We started with duck cigars, and they were so crispy, the meat was tender, and the sauces complimented it well. I had the maple glazed salmon as my entree and the filet was so huge, I couldn't finish it all. I loved the vegetables that came with it, too. My fiancée had the swordfish and dayboat scallop special and it was incredibly fresh and so flavorful. The scallops were meaty and complemented the swordfish flavor well. We will absolutely be back the next time we're down the ocean! read more

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The ambiance was nice, definitely somewhere to take someone you care about. What I ate was ok, would be back to try something else.

So the view is great and food was very good. Our table for six was pushed way in the corner and felt cramped. However, I think it was overpriced and with so many other options I would not go back. read more

Looking for a higher end restaurant in ocean city with delicious food, amazing views, and breathtaking views? Look no further than the Hobbit. This restaurant has a healthy mix of everything on their menu. Pictured are some of the appetizers. The calamari was delicious and the crab stack was 11/10. Only comment would be I wish we had some more of the wonton chips. For dinner I had the crab cake and it lived up to the hype. The portion was massive and everything was delicious. Service was fantastic and very friendly. Definitely add the Hobbit to your vacation itinerary. read more

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

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The food, amazing. The service, impeccable. The ambiance, utterly gorgeous with the large windows and a perfect sunset over the bay. I will happily make this a go to in Ocean City read more

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This is the first time that I was here. And it was an excellent experience! Savanna our server was great. I have celiac disease and she was very helpful and knowledgeable. The food was outstanding! Freshest seafood with fantastic sauces. read more

The Only Review You Need To Read This was our first visit to this restaurant. The front looked like the entrance to a hotel, but we were welcomed in by a friendly smiling host. The ambiance inside was elegant and perfect for date night, the view out the windows of the bay was spectacular, and the food? A solid "very good." The cream of crab soup was salty (not a problem for me) and there was a ton of crab meat mixed in. Unfortunately there was also several pieces of shell mixed in as well. The filet mignon was tender, flavorful and perfect. It paired nicely with the soy & shallot butter. Not a huge fan of hard green beans, but the mashed potatoes were good. The creme brûlée for dessert was not-so-perfect. The burnt sugar top shell was hardly burned and not crispy at all, and the slice of strawberry that came with it was very tart. Overall, I'm not sure I would go back again myself - not because it was disappointing (it wasn't - you couldn't go wrong with dining at this restaurant), but there just weren't enough options of items on the menu that riff raff like me would find appealing. I'd go back again for the filet mignon, wonderful service from the attentive serving crew and the view, but that would be it. read more

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Food was amazing from the appetizer to the dessert. 5 stars across the board Our waitress Savannah was also amazing and has an awesome personality Definitely recommend her and this restaurant read more

This was our first time here. A number of our local friends highly recommended this restaurant. We were both here for our 6:30 pm dinner reservation to enjoy the sunset. The Hobbit is located on the ground floor of a residential building located on the bay. There was lots of self parking available when we arrived. A staff member opened the door when we entered. I requested the host for window seating. We were seated on a nice window table overlooking the bay and the sunset. My only complaint was that our table was adjacent to a large round concrete support column, which limited our view of some of the other nearby tables in the restaurant. It also made me feel somewhat restricted or boxed in against the window. See my pics and videos. I started with their "LUKE'S LUXARDO" manhattan with Rittenhouse rye whiskey, Dolin rouge vermouth, luxardo cherry and blood orange bitters. served up for $15. My second cocktail was the "SMAUG'S SPICY MARGARITA" with a special South American spirit infused with jalapeno, triple sec, lime, OJ, rimmed with Tajin and garnished with a jalapeno also for $15. I also started with and enjoyed the smoked beef carpaccio with cold-smoked beef tenderloin carpaccio, fried shallots, truffled horseradish sauce, and capers for $16. Our friend recommended the pan roasted duck breast. I enjoyed the pan roasted duck breast with house-aged duck breast, pan roasted, served with truffle creamed peas, balsamic roasted mushrooms, baby turnips, and a rich duck jus for $43. A cup of coffee was $3.25. Our server Alina H. was very knowledgeable. Alina served us very well. Alina also recommended the duck. My total bill was $185 less gratuity. I rated this the best restaurant in Ocean City. We agreed we will return here for another special occasion. read more

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Friends told us about this place and they were not wrong. The restaurant sits on the Assawomen Bay , so the views are outstanding. Restaurant has indoor and outdoor dining. There are huge windows that give you a great view of the sunset and nature. Angela was our waitress and she was great. Told us about the daily specials and her favorite menu items. We had the cream of crab soup and a special soup-- Mexican chicken soup. Both were some of the best soups I've ever had. We split the wedge salad-- huge chunks of blue cheese. As for dinner- I had the swordfish special which has roasted corn, tomatoes and lump crab in the sauce. Wife had the veal dish which was in a mushroom and pistachio cream sauce. Both meals were delicious and well presented. Drinks and dessert were also delicious. If you are celebrating something special, this is the place to celebrate. read more

Customer service - 5 out of 5 Wait time - 5 out of 5 Cleanliness - 5 out of 5 Atmosphere - 5 out of 5 Food quality - 5 out of 5 My longest review yet because of how amazing our experience was... Words really cannot describe it, but I'll try my best. If I could give this restaurant a higher rating, I would. This has been the greatest dining experience in my history of coming to OCMD. The hostess, manager, chef & our waitress, Gaby, really made us feel welcomed and catered to our every need. They took our sons peanut & tree nut allergy VERY seriously. They very extremely knowledgeable of the menu, but also spoke directly w/ the chef to ensure every ingredient was mentioned, gloves were worn, and there would be no cross-contamination. THANK YOU for making us feel 100% safe for our son to dine there! Our reservation was for 8:45pm. We arrived early to check in. We got to relax on a comfortable lounge sofa, but we were also offered the opportunity to sit at the bar. The restaurant was busy so we opted for the lounge sofa. The manager was so sweet, she gave us several updates as to how much longer it would be before our table was ready. We arrived 40 mins. early do we didn't mind waiting, but surprisingly we received our table about 20 mins. early! The staff was constantly cleaning which was great. Empty plates didn't stay long on our table and our water glasses were refilled quickly. Not once did we need to ask our waitress for anything, she was on top of it! Gaby was THE BEST waitress!! The ambiance was truly amazing and the view was breathtaking. TIP: make sure your reservation is around sunset, the sky glows in so many vibrant colors. All the food we ordered was PHENOMENAL! I had the Pan Roasted Duck Breast. This was the 2nd time in my life I've eaten duck and the bar is now set extremely high. The breast was cooked to a perfect medium and had an amazing pan seared crust. The huckleberry compote brought a nice subtle sweetness that perfectly complimented the breast. The vegetables were seasoned with love. Every ingredient shined with its own personality, but also balanced each other. I love trying new dishes, but I already told my wife that I'm getting the Pan Roasted Duck Breast again next summer. I'll dream about this dish. Compliments to the chef! With a perfect score of 25 out of 25, I happily give this restaurant an A++! Overall verdict - highly recommend Will 100% return in summer of 2023. P.S. Make sure to book your reservation early. Reservations fill up fast & you can book up to a year in advance. read more

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Went at sunset for dinner. Beautiful view and service was amazing and attentive. We had the little neck clams which were in a Thai curry sauce-to die for. Must try. I enjoyed the short ribs over noodles. Coupled with the view-worth checking out for a nice dinner in Ocean City. read more

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

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The perfect place for date night, special occasions, or fine dining in OC. Would definitely recommend making a reservation around sunset because the views are gorgeous with the wrap around windows. Reservations an absolute must. The espresso martini was delicious and we all really enjoyed the bread service and food. I will say the cream of crab was a bit cold when it came out, but it was FULL of lumps of crab. Another thing that took off 1 star is that we had to wait quite awhile for our table to be ready (close to 30 minutes). There isn't much waiting space in the restaurant, so we were crowded around the full bar. When someone finally came to take us to our table, they did not offer to comp a drink during our wait or anything. They did take us to a seat in the main dining room (which was nicer than the lounge area we had reserved kind of last minute) but it's not because they were extending any hospitality--it's just because the lounge area was full and people were not getting up from their tables. I'd recommend they instate a 2-hour time limit on tables during busy season or find a way to better accommodate people waiting for tables when they have a reservation. Overall, I'd definitely come back for a nice dinner out in OC. read more

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Food, service, ambiance- all unbelievable!!!! The scallops, steak, swordfish were top notch. The fried green tomatoes are the best dish I've ever had. I would order 25 of them if I could!! Beef carpaccio out of this world and calamari is very special. 100 percent will be back! read more

First time coming here the other weekend. Waited for bar seats with my girlfriend and the wait was worth it. Great atmosphere and a very nice staff. One of the chefs recommended I come in and I was thoroughly pleased with the food and service the whole time. We had the duck cigars and lamb chops for our appetizers and then the short rib and pork chop for our entrees. Everything we ate was phenomenal and we got the mousse cake for dessert to top it off! I'm actually going here again tonight for the second time and I'm excited to try something new! read more

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I just happened to stumble upon The Hobbit one night and am so glad I did. Food, ambiance, and staff were top notch! Highly recommend. read more

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The Hobbit is an absolute must in Ocean City! The view is stunning no matter where you sit, but it's worth requesting a seat by the windows. Our server gave great recommendations and was knowledgeable about the menu. We started with the garlic spread, which was wonderful. I had salmon in a curry sauce, which was savory and very unique. It's not inexpensive, but definitely worth the splurge! read more

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