Recommendations For Annapolis
Best Restaurants
164 Main Street (about 15 Minute Walk)
Just a block or so from the water – a great farm‐to‐table restaurant “Preserve”. It’s unique – lots of unique dishes – many vegetarian. Always spot on and delicious. Owners are truly gracious and love serving their guests. It’s not to be missed.
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Preserve
164 Main St164 Main Street (about 15 Minute Walk)
Just a block or so from the water – a great farm‐to‐table restaurant “Preserve”. It’s unique – lots of unique dishes – many vegetarian. Always spot on and delicious. Owners are truly gracious and love serving their guests. It’s not to be missed.
909 Bay Ridge Ave (about a 5 Minute Walk)
This place opened up about a block from us maybe 12 years ago. Early on, we went and tasted the food. We were like “Wow – this place is going to be popular”. Twelve years later – it’s popular – really popular. They now take reservations via RESY, so you no longer have to wait 2 hours to get in! The menu appears simple – wood fired pizzas and new‐American cuisine. The execution is fantastic – it’s worth the wait. Wine list is fantastic.
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Vin 909 Winecafe
909 Bay Ridge Ave909 Bay Ridge Ave (about a 5 Minute Walk)
This place opened up about a block from us maybe 12 years ago. Early on, we went and tasted the food. We were like “Wow – this place is going to be popular”. Twelve years later – it’s popular – really popular. They now take reservations via RESY, so you no longer have to wait 2 hours to get in! The menu appears simple – wood fired pizzas and new‐American cuisine. The execution is fantastic – it’s worth the wait. Wine list is fantastic.
400 4th Street (10 Minute Walk)
A local joint ‐ and a huge sailor’s crowd. Food is great – straight forward Maryland fair but done well. Crabcake sandwich is best in Annapolis. Vibe is loud and energetic. Given all of that – it’s still kid friendly (our 9 and 10 year‐old love the place).
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Boatyard Bar & Grill
400 Fourth St400 4th Street (10 Minute Walk)
A local joint ‐ and a huge sailor’s crowd. Food is great – straight forward Maryland fair but done well. Crabcake sandwich is best in Annapolis. Vibe is loud and energetic. Given all of that – it’s still kid friendly (our 9 and 10 year‐old love the place).
167 West Street (20+ Minute Walk)
Modern Thai in a tiny, tiny space on West Street. Food is fantastic – has been for years. Try the fried string beans – they’re to die for. Or the soft shell crab.
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Lemongrass
167 West St167 West Street (20+ Minute Walk)
Modern Thai in a tiny, tiny space on West Street. Food is fantastic – has been for years. Try the fried string beans – they’re to die for. Or the soft shell crab.
1 Park Place (20+ Minute Walk)
Great Italian dishes and flatbreads. Very nice and spacious outdoor seating. A bit of a hike, but worth the walk (or Uber).
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Carpaccio Tuscan Kitchen
1 Park Pl1 Park Place (20+ Minute Walk)
Great Italian dishes and flatbreads. Very nice and spacious outdoor seating. A bit of a hike, but worth the walk (or Uber).
69 West Street (20+ Minute Walk)
Small plates restaurant/bar – consistently creative and just plain good. Menu changes seasonally. Takes reservations (unlike 1 and 2 above), which is a plus.
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Level a small plates lounge
69 West St69 West Street (20+ Minute Walk)
Small plates restaurant/bar – consistently creative and just plain good. Menu changes seasonally. Takes reservations (unlike 1 and 2 above), which is a plus.
300 2nd Street (10 Minute Walk)
We’re not in the habit of recommending “Chain” restaurants. But the view from this restaurant is – bar none – the best in Annapolis. It’s truly stunning. Food is good. Try the Kimchi Calamari – you’ll thank us….
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Chart House
300 Second St300 2nd Street (10 Minute Walk)
We’re not in the habit of recommending “Chain” restaurants. But the view from this restaurant is – bar none – the best in Annapolis. It’s truly stunning. Food is good. Try the Kimchi Calamari – you’ll thank us….
179B Main Street (About a 15 Minute Walk)
In the basement under the shops and restaurants on Main Street. Nice menu – innovative wood fired pizza, great sides and salads, and yummy cocktails. Can be quite loud.
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Fox's Den
179B Main St179B Main Street (About a 15 Minute Walk)
In the basement under the shops and restaurants on Main Street. Nice menu – innovative wood fired pizza, great sides and salads, and yummy cocktails. Can be quite loud.
418 4th Street – Eastport (About a 5 Minute Walk)
Brand New Micro Brewery right here in Eastport. Just opened this Spring (what timing!). The beer and the food are fantastic. Highly recommend.
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Forward Brewing
418 Fourth St418 4th Street – Eastport (About a 5 Minute Walk)
Brand New Micro Brewery right here in Eastport. Just opened this Spring (what timing!). The beer and the food are fantastic. Highly recommend.
400 6th Street (2 Minute Walk)
Right out our back door. The rooftop deck is the reason to go (on nice afternoons or evenings) when the weather is nice. The food is quite good. Sitting on the rooftop for lunch or dinner – fabulous view of the sailboats of Annapolis. One thing to note – we’ve recently moved BH to the bottom of our list. The food is still excellent, and we still recommend, however their menu has become extremely pricey, and we’re sensitive to the fact that there are restaurants that are just as good at lower price points a few more minutes away (see Boatyard above).
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Blackwall Hitch
400 6th St400 6th Street (2 Minute Walk)
Right out our back door. The rooftop deck is the reason to go (on nice afternoons or evenings) when the weather is nice. The food is quite good. Sitting on the rooftop for lunch or dinner – fabulous view of the sailboats of Annapolis. One thing to note – we’ve recently moved BH to the bottom of our list. The food is still excellent, and we still recommend, however their menu has become extremely pricey, and we’re sensitive to the fact that there are restaurants that are just as good at lower price points a few more minutes away (see Boatyard above).
Best Pubs
400 Chester Avenue (10 Minute Walk)
A local’s joint – truly. If you ask anyone from Eastport what the best pub is – they’ll say “Davis’” – and then they’ll look at you strange for even asking that question. Menu is straight forward but spot‐on, walls are paneled, and beers are cold. Was featured on Diners, Drive‐Ins, and Dives. Food is consistent, and crowd is decidedly local. Crabcake is exceedingly good. Don’t let the rough exterior (or interior for that matter) fool you.
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Davis's Pub
400 Chester Ave400 Chester Avenue (10 Minute Walk)
A local’s joint – truly. If you ask anyone from Eastport what the best pub is – they’ll say “Davis’” – and then they’ll look at you strange for even asking that question. Menu is straight forward but spot‐on, walls are paneled, and beers are cold. Was featured on Diners, Drive‐Ins, and Dives. Food is consistent, and crowd is decidedly local. Crabcake is exceedingly good. Don’t let the rough exterior (or interior for that matter) fool you.
400 4th Street (10 Minute Walk)
Also a locals joint ‐ a huge sailor’s crowd. Food is great. Good beer selection and strong cocktails.
Vibe is loud and energetic. Given all of that – it’s still kid friendly (our 8 and 9 year‐old love the place).
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Boatyard Bar & Grill
400 Fourth St400 4th Street (10 Minute Walk)
Also a locals joint ‐ a huge sailor’s crowd. Food is great. Good beer selection and strong cocktails.
Vibe is loud and energetic. Given all of that – it’s still kid friendly (our 8 and 9 year‐old love the place).
63 Maryland Ave (20+ Minute Walk)
A bit of a walk to Maryland Ave (a stone’s throw off State Circle), but it’s as close to an authentic Irish
Pub as you’ll get on the East Coast. Great hearty food, and of course…you had me at Guinness…
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Galway Bay Irish Restaurant and Pub
63 Maryland Ave63 Maryland Ave (20+ Minute Walk)
A bit of a walk to Maryland Ave (a stone’s throw off State Circle), but it’s as close to an authentic Irish
Pub as you’ll get on the East Coast. Great hearty food, and of course…you had me at Guinness…
33 West St (20 Minute Walk +)
First Brewpub in Annapolis. Great beer – very good food – crabcake stands its own. Good brunch too. Little known fact – they have a “100 beer club” – where if you drink 100 beers off their menu (no set time), you get your name on the wall. I’m number 501…plaque is in the basement…
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Rams Head Tavern Annapolis
33 West St33 West St (20 Minute Walk +)
First Brewpub in Annapolis. Great beer – very good food – crabcake stands its own. Good brunch too. Little known fact – they have a “100 beer club” – where if you drink 100 beers off their menu (no set time), you get your name on the wall. I’m number 501…plaque is in the basement…
Best Brunch
1 Park Place (20+ minute Walk)
Miss Shirley’s has only been here for a few years, but has set the bar quite high on breakfast/brunch. Everything is great. Southern comfort breakfast…..yum…
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Miss Shirley's Cafe, Annapolis
1 Park Pl1 Park Place (20+ minute Walk)
Miss Shirley’s has only been here for a few years, but has set the bar quite high on breakfast/brunch. Everything is great. Southern comfort breakfast…..yum…
12 Market Space (10 Minute Walk)
Over‐the‐top breakfast. Homemade Pop Tart anyone (the size of your head)? Chicken and waffles – sure why not? Fantastic and popular – get there early!
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Iron Rooster - Annapolis
12 Market Space12 Market Space (10 Minute Walk)
Over‐the‐top breakfast. Homemade Pop Tart anyone (the size of your head)? Chicken and waffles – sure why not? Fantastic and popular – get there early!
Harbor Brunch – crabcake benedict to die for . View is spectacular…
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Chart House
300 Second StHarbor Brunch – crabcake benedict to die for . View is spectacular…
Heuvos Rancheros….that is all…Oh yeah, and if you’re in to Bloody Mary’s , we’re told these are the best…
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Boatyard Bar & Grill
400 Fourth StHeuvos Rancheros….that is all…Oh yeah, and if you’re in to Bloody Mary’s , we’re told these are the best…
Rams Head Tavern Annapolis
33 West StSee “Best Pubs” above – great brunch too!
Coffee Shops
Great bakery/coffee shop with a selection of baked goods, pastries, breads, soups, salads, and of course coffee/espresso. Lovely spot – very popular on weekends.
NOTE – due to the pandemic, Bakers and Company is only open Friday‐Sunday, 8am – 2pm with outdoor seating (a few tables) only. For some reason, even though Maryland is open, they are continuing with their COVID protocol for the foreseeable future.
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Bakers & Co.
618 Chesapeake AveGreat bakery/coffee shop with a selection of baked goods, pastries, breads, soups, salads, and of course coffee/espresso. Lovely spot – very popular on weekends.
NOTE – due to the pandemic, Bakers and Company is only open Friday‐Sunday, 8am – 2pm with outdoor seating (a few tables) only. For some reason, even though Maryland is open, they are continuing with their COVID protocol for the foreseeable future.
Best Pizza
See best restaurants. Their pizza will make you want to compose a sonnet.
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Vin 909 Winecafe
909 Bay Ridge AveSee best restaurants. Their pizza will make you want to compose a sonnet.
1007 Bay Ridge Ave (5 Minute Walk)
Down and dirty New York Pizza and Italian dishes – all good, fast, and reasonably priced.
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Sammy's Italian Pizza Kitchen
1007 Bay Ridge Ave1007 Bay Ridge Ave (5 Minute Walk)
Down and dirty New York Pizza and Italian dishes – all good, fast, and reasonably priced.
954 Bay Ridge Ave (5 Minute drive)
Always voted best pizza in Annapolis. It’s grubby, yummy, cheesy, take‐out pizza. Really – take out only.
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Rocco's Pizzeria
954 Bay Ridge Rd954 Bay Ridge Ave (5 Minute drive)
Always voted best pizza in Annapolis. It’s grubby, yummy, cheesy, take‐out pizza. Really – take out only.
Playgrounds
180 Green Street (just less than a 15 Minute Walk)
Best playground in Annapolis. Slides, small rock climbing wall, swings, all kinds of climby‐thingys, tunnels, etc. Will be crowded.
Annapolis Boat Shows
110 Compromise St180 Green Street (just less than a 15 Minute Walk)
Best playground in Annapolis. Slides, small rock climbing wall, swings, all kinds of climby‐thingys, tunnels, etc. Will be crowded.
420 Fifth Street (3 Minute Walk)
Brand new elementary school playground. Fun climby‐thingys. Also has a soccer/baseball field.
Eastport Elementary School
420 Fifth St420 Fifth Street (3 Minute Walk)
Brand new elementary school playground. Fun climby‐thingys. Also has a soccer/baseball field.
215 Chester Ave (10 Minute Walk)
Basic Playground about a 2 minute walk from Davis’ Pub. Also has a basketball court.
Turner Park
215 Chester Ave (10 Minute Walk)
Basic Playground about a 2 minute walk from Davis’ Pub. Also has a basketball court.
618 Broadneck Road, Arnold, MD (15-20 Minute Drive)
If you’re up for a drive, Broadneck Park has a nice playground (with requisite Pirate Ship), athletic fields (soccer, baseball, etc). About a 15‐minute drive from our house.
Broadneck Park
613 College Parkway618 Broadneck Road, Arnold, MD (15-20 Minute Drive)
If you’re up for a drive, Broadneck Park has a nice playground (with requisite Pirate Ship), athletic fields (soccer, baseball, etc). About a 15‐minute drive from our house.
Wine Shops
1007 Bay Ridge Ave (5 Minute Walk)
Don’t let the plain exterior fool you – good beer selection but better wine selection – many great wines on sale.
Eastport Liquors Inc
1007 Bay Ridge Ave1007 Bay Ridge Ave (5 Minute Walk)
Don’t let the plain exterior fool you – good beer selection but better wine selection – many great wines on sale.
87 Main Street (15 Minute Walk)
Right downtown – stone’s throw from Ego Alley. Great wine and beer selection – very helpful staff. Will also deliver directly to your boat.
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Mills Fine Wine & Spirits
87 Main St87 Main Street (15 Minute Walk)
Right downtown – stone’s throw from Ego Alley. Great wine and beer selection – very helpful staff. Will also deliver directly to your boat.