Best eats near the beach in Baltimore

Chef Jasmine Norton's The Urban Oyster is the nation's first Black woman-owned oyster bar located in Hampden. It offers a relaxed atmosphere with inventive oyster dishes like chargrilled bacon-bbq oysters and collard greens-topped oysters, making oysters more accessible and celebrating cultural connections.

Mama’s on the Half Shell in Canton is a beloved spot for classic Baltimore seafood favorites like crab cakes, coddies, and rockfish, complemented by local summer cocktails called crushes made with fresh-squeezed juices, vodka, and crushed ice.

Nick’s Fish House on the Baltimore Peninsula delivers a beach-town vibe with an open-air wood deck overlooking the water, perfect for enjoying freshly steamed crabs, crab cakes, or the catch of the day while taking in scenic waterfront views.

Rusty Scupper, located in the Inner Harbor, offers panoramic water views from its three-story venue and features upscale American cuisine focused on seafood, including standout crab dishes and Maryland’s iconic Smith Island cake for dessert.

Barcocina in Fell’s Point overlooks the harbor and serves tacos and cocktails made with fresh-squeezed juice. Its design with rolling garage doors allows diners to enjoy the harbor breeze in a picturesque setting.