Blackwall Hitch

This is one of our go to restaurants in Annapolis. We love the quality of the food and the service is always incredible. There is always availability for seating and there are plenty of spaces to rent for events big or small. There is no bad choice on the menu, everything is incredible! Recently we had the wings in their crab and garlic rub and they were amazing! The Chesapeake is our favorite pizza and I would recommend it to any and everyone.

Had such a great time here! The manager is absolutely awesome — super friendly, welcoming, and really makes you feel at home. The bartender was just as great — attentive, easy to talk to, and makes fantastic drinks. The whole place has a clean, laid-back vibe that’s perfect for just relaxing and enjoying yourself. Definitely one of those spots you want to keep coming back to!

My friends and I had such a great experience at Blackwall Hitch! The service was excellent from start to finish, and the atmosphere was welcoming and relaxed. I especially want to compliment the manager, Rick, who went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. He was so accommodating with our casual attire, giving my friend a shirt, and made us feel completely at ease, which really added to the experience. Rick’s professionalism and kindness stood out, and it’s clear he truly cares about his guests. Highly recommend both the restaurant and the staff—thank you, Rick, for making our visit so enjoyable!

We arrived just before the bar section was busy. Easily had two seats at the bar. Drinks and food were delicious. The servers are very attentive as well. There was live music as well!

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Blackwall Hitch thanks to our server, Pete. I had three boys with me and he was great. From the moment we sat down, he was attentive, personable, and made us feel genuinely welcome. Pete had the perfect balance of professionalism and warmth—offering great recommendations without pressure and checking in just the right amount. His thoughtful service added so much to our night, and you could tell he truly cares about the guest experience. If you’re headed to Blackwall Hitch, ask for Pete!

Upon arrival, Julien's energetic, polite, and accommodating greeting set a positive tone. Our server, Pete, provided exceptional service, demonstrating attentiveness, menu expertise, and professionalism. The food quality was outstanding, complemented by an excellent musical selection. We plan to return.

Zahara provided exceptional service and was super attentive. The food was fresh and delicious. Always a great atmosphere

I went with a party of 10 and the service was great. There was some dirty silverware left on the table but they took care of it immediately. The drinks are pricey for the small amount you get but the lavender 75 was delicious. I ordered the stuffed rockfish 10/10 going back to get it again. My friend ordered the scallop & shrimp risotto and it was okay. The risotto kind of tasted like box yellow rice but the seafood was cooked perfectly 6/10.

Our waiter, Jayden was fabulous, he came over to the table swiftly with excellent recommendations! Food was top notch as always!

Zahara was an awesome server. Had a great time. Food was awesome. Looking forward to being back again

We went back to Blackwall Hitch in Annapolis last night to celebrate our 1 year wedding anniversary. We had our rehearsal dinner there last year so it was really special to come back. Our waitress Porsche' was wonderful, friendly and attentive the whole night. We shared the flaming crab dip to start, then I had the rockfish stuffed with crabmeat and my husband had the crab cakes. Everything was delicious and cooked perfectly. It made for a great anniversary dinner and we will definitely keep coming back for all occasions or "just because" date nights when we are in the area.

I met up with a girlfriend in Annapolis and decided to try Blackwall Hitch, especially since I had a free appetizer coupon from their sister restaurant from my birthday back in May. It was the perfect excuse to check out a new spot! The location is great; it's close to downtown, the pier, and other attractions. They offer free parking, which is a nice bonus. We arrived after brunch ended at 3 PM. Our server was friendly and recommended the Flaming Crab Dip, and since I love anything with crab, I decided to try it. When she brought it out, she poured a liquid over the dip and tried to light it, but unfortunately, it didn't ignite. When I asked, she mentioned it was garlic butter. From the name (and later photos online), it's clear it was supposed to actually flame. Presentation-wise, it looked okay, but not as impressive as advertised. The dip itself was just average. We shared a Caprese pizza, which sadly wasn't hot. We were seated near the kitchen and noticed it sitting under the warmer for a bit before being served. It had good flavor, but would've been much better hot. Overall, the service was pleasant, and the setting was decent, but the food didn't quite meet expectations this time. I'd give it another try for brunch or dinner, hoping for a bit more consistency next visit.

Was able to get a table right away on a Friday night.. It seemed pretty busy, but the manager was super nice and squeezed us in. We were sat in the bar area where they had live music playing. That was really nice. We ordered an Arnold Palmer that was really yummy. The vibe was super cool. It took a bit of time to be waited on, but we weren't in a rush so it wasn't a big deal. My son ordered the burger and fries and we ordered seafood. The scallop and shrimp risotto was amazing. We also ordered the lobster shrimp bisque, which was really great . Overall, it was a really great experience and we would return. I think the prices are fair for the food that you get.

Had Sunday brunch with a group of friends and couldn't have asked for a better experience! We were given a private room with a large table--perfect for my toddler to move around without disturbing other guests. Our drinks came out quickly, and the food was absolutely delicious. The buffet had a great mix of breakfast and lunch options: salads, waffles, grits, omelets, a carving station with prime rib, French toast, fresh shrimp and oysters, and more. Our server (shoutout to Andrew--you were amazing!) even put the football game on the TV in our room. This was the best brunch experience I've had in a long time. Highly recommend it, especially for groups!

We had an incredible experience at Blackwall Hitch. Our waitress Zahara was amazing, super nice, and very attentive. Her service was top notch and she made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. The food and drinks were delicious and Zahara's warm personality made the evening even better. We will definitely be coming back and asking for her again.

We had an outstanding experience thanks to our server, Pete. From the moment we were seated, he was friendly, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. He made helpful recommendations that ended up being some of our favorite dishes. What stood out most was how genuinely welcoming he was. He checked in just the right amount without ever feeling intrusive, kept everything perfectly timed, and made sure we had everything we needed. It's rare these days to find service that feels both professional and personal, but Pete nailed it. If you visit, ask for Pete...you won't be disappointed!

Came here for a graduation dinner with a group of 20 on Saturday around 2pm. We had a private room with preset menu options. The atmosphere is a balance of relaxed yet upscale. The decor was warm and inviting. This restaurant is perfect for Whether for a casual meal or a special night out, the ambiance fits perfectly for both. The menu offers a good variety of different food options for everyone even for kids. The service was also really good, the wait staff were very pleasant, attentive and friendly, making sure we had everything we needed without being intrusive. I had the Maryland crab soup for my first course which was my least favorite. I expected it to be more crab based and flavor but tomato broth dominated the soup instead. Entree, I had the creole rigatoni which was delicious 9/10. The sauce was great and everything was perfectly seasoned. The portion size was good and the meal filing, Dessert, I had the cheesecake which was very mid. Could have done without it. Drink, I had the lavender French 75, which was delicious and I highly recommend. Parking: there is a free parking lot located behind the restaurant.

I recently visited Blackwall Hitch for brunch with a friend on her birthday. We went on a Sunday morning when the restaurant first opened at 10:00 am. We were one of the first ones to arrive. What we didn't realize is that you needed a reservation for Sunday brunch. Luckily, they were able to accommodate us with a table in the bar area which also happened to be where all the food was set up. Score! I guess for some, that may not be the most ideal seating because there could potentially be a lot of commotion in the area when people are getting their food. We were perfectly fine. Once we were seated, a server came by to ask if we wanted any other drinks besides water and then we were free to go grab food. The brunch at Blackwall Hitch is set up buffet style. They have a great spread, including an omelet station and carving station. Waffles were also freshly made. They had all the breakfast goods, including grits, bacon, french toast, and breakfast potatoes. They also had a fish of the day and a cold seafood display. There was a chocolate fountain and a nice dessert display as well. Sadly, I was too full for any dessert or pastries as I went for all the food. A diner at a table next to us raved about their blueberry muffins. Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Blackwall Hitch. This is actually a place that was on my "to try" list when I was living in Maryland. I'm glad I finally got the chance to check it out.

Our first time to this Blackwall location and we found it merely okay. The interior design is the same beautiful layout and theme as the others, but there was a very funky smell wafting through every minute or so. Since it was intermittent, I presumed it was in the kitchen and some floor drain was backed up or something else wet and nasty smelling. The food was pretty good, but not great. A surprise compared to our experiences at other Blackwall sites. Somewhat surly and unengaged servers were also a surprise, particularly since it wasn't very busy for a Saturday night. Maybe 20-25% of seats were full. There are SO many great restaurants in Annapolis to choose from--Blackwall Hitch needs to step up their game.

This place was pretty good. It's not directly in downtown Annapolis, which makes it great for not being stuck in traffic. They do have ample parking and it's on the corner of a street. The best part about this location is the venue both downstairs and upstairs. We decided to do rooftop dining. The rooftop is a little tight and you do have to walk up a flight of stairs to get to the rooftop, but it's quaint and in the summertime shaded and in the fall, still protected from the elements. The wait staff was a little bit slower than if you ate downstairs. However, they were very accommodating and apologetic when we needed to wait for our drinks to come. We ordered a Caesar salad, which was great dressing wasn't too heavy. And we ordered calamari and wings. The espresso martini was pretty good. It's more on the dark side than the creamy side. And the prices were great for being a place that serves both bar food but also entrées that fill you up. If you are looking for a great place to hang out with nice company where everybody is friendly this local Restaurant is a great place to get your feet wet in downtown Annapolis.

I went on a date yesterday to Blackwall Hitch in Annapolis. Last time I visited this location was maybe 4-5 yrs ago. This location is beautiful on the inside, aesthetically pleasing and clean. Our server was Jayden. He was very personable and attentive. He took great care of us and explained the whole menu over with his recommendations. We went with four of his recommendations and they did not disappoint. The lavender French 75 was so refreshing and I love butterfly Pea so I was excited to try. One of his other recommendations was the crab dip for an appetizer and crab stuffed rockfish for dinner. They both were amazing. One comment on the rockfish, I feel like it was a tad overcooked. I also replaced the rice & corn with their Brussels sprouts. It was soooo amazing! The Brussels sprouts at Blackwall still remain some of the best I ever had. The sauce they come in is so good! For dessert, we both had the cookie dough espresso martinis Jayden also recommended. They were surprisingly good. I def got the hints after each sip. I throughly enjoyed my time at Blackwall. I can't wait to dine again. It will definitely be sooner than years later this go around.

Rhiannon, our server was outstanding!!! Pleasant, helpful and proficient!! She made our lunch a pleasure. And the food was delicious. FK

Libby rocks! You're cute jeans ! So cute and good vibes!! Really nicely decorated !! 10/10 Would come back again

My fiance and I had our anniversary dinner here and it was wonderful! Our server, Michael gave great recommendations and the food was great too!

Just had a great meal at Blackwall Hitch. Oysters, flatbread pizza, and Moscow Mules! Ambience of this place is very chill. And, our waitress, Zahara was the best! Really attentive and so sweet! We will be back soon.

Great rooftop deck, nice menu, and wonderful service from Libby B. I could have hung out on the deck for hours.

Zahara was the best server. Extremely friendly and efficient. Loved her!! The food was delicious and the atmosphere was beautiful.

The food was amazing and our server Porshea was amazing!!! This was my first time dining here and the atmosphere is 10/10.

Yes, yes, yes! Arrived on a Tuesday afternoon about 2 PM and we were seated immediately. They have dining room, bar and roof outdoor seating. It was way too hot to sit on the roof. Love the nautical decor. It is tastefully done. Lots of options on the menu and I opted for the mahi-mahi tacos with plantain chips. Very tasty. Nice balance of flavors and a great cook on the fish. Service was excellent. I will definitely be back.

Meh. The ambience and the outdoor deck aren't nice. The food and the service were only OK. Solid, bur there are better places.

Wonderful place to dine when family and friends. The food was absolutely delicious. The customer service was impeccable .

Great place to eat. Previously I had only tried their brunch and a few other times I cannot remember when they first opened up. Complete 180 from their initial menu at their Gambrills location and it is indeed working. A few positives at this place include easy parking, high chairs and booster seats, friendly service and ample space. We ran it up pretty good here...came out with a $300 bill but we indeed had a party of 5.5 and everyone was satisfied so I didn't feel as bad about swiping my card. Few notes to consider...the kids meals do not come with drinks...the calamari appetizer can be shared with 4....the side house salad is indeed enough for 2 individuals. If you have kids....3pm on Sunday was relatively low traffic. Liam our server did a the best he could with our group. Everyone really enjoyed there meal and we look forward to returning indeed.

The special was a fried fish with a fried bread/stuffing Ugh heavy hard ... risotto was like lard.... Terrible. Server was very nice Would not go back

We've been to Blackwall Hitch before and had great service, but this last visit was a disaster. We walked in to find eight people behind the bar, all engaged in what must've been a thrilling group therapy session, because not a single one looked our way for 15 minutes. No menus, no water, no "we'll be right with you"--just straight-up apathy. When someone finally took our appetizer order, we got six oysters and a cappuccino that came sweetened with what I can only assume was a squeeze bottle of Hershey's syrup (which we definitely didn't ask for). We never send anything back, but it was awful. And we still got charged for it even after we returned it. Iconic. We spent over an hour there, were never offered another drink or even checked on. Honestly, we weren't even sure who was our bartender--maybe all of them? Maybe none? We finally left to get dinner somewhere that doesn't treat customers like background noise. Service has gone way downhill. Skip it.

I recently went to Blackwall in Annapolis for a solo thanksgiving meal this year. This was my first visit bit it won't be my last. My server, Jenna, was amazing and explained the buffet style setup and was great with suggestions for drinks. Very attentive and sweet. There was a variety of options including carving stations for turkey, prime rib, and ham. I tried a bit from every station. While all the options were tasty, I got seconds of the prime rib and mashed potatoes. They also f had a variety of Thanksgiving sides so something for everyone. The manager stopped by to check on all guests. The music created such a relaxing ambiance. For drinks, I got a very strong winter spice old fashioned and their house cab which was very smooth. I can't wait to come back to try their regular menu!

I wish I knew the servers name cause she was the best. It was late on a weeknight and we were a party of about 10, but the service was amazing and food was good too. To start, the crab dip is a must. Maryland style, absolutely delicious. The brussels sprouts were great too -- the pancetta really makes it. The French onion soup was also a favorite of mine! I wasn't super hungry after apps, so ended up ordering a salad which was just standard. The drink list is nice as well. Definitely a great spot if you have a large party.

Hallie was great! She provided fast, friendly service. The food was phenomenal so fo on Wednesdays when pastas are half off.

Zahara was an excellent waitress!! great experience! Very attentive! Suggested great desserts!!

We frequent Blackwall hitch as a family. Annapolis has the best service. Today we got to experience Zahara, she was so sweet and kind and very attentive. When you come visit request her section.

The food was amazing! Our server was attentive, and communicated exceptionally well. Nicely done Zahara.

The service and food was fantastic! My friends and I ordered a range of different types of food. We ordered New York strip, asparagus, and scallop, potatoes, chicken burger, and a regular hamburger with fries. All of our food came out, hot and tasteful!

Came here for dinner on a Saturday, and enjoyed the food and ambiance so much we came back for happy hour later in the week. Everything we ate was great. I especially enjoyed the Brussel sprouts and filet. Service was excellent both times, and we even got to enjoy some live music the second time. Definitely a new favorite happy hour spot

Great lunch. Worth every dollar. Brussel sprouts were best ever. Server Alaina was great. She was very professional. Thx. S&S

We attended a rehearsal dinner there before our nephew's wedding. The oysters were delicious, the food great, and the service was wonderful! We had a great time! One of the best restaurants ever!

Service and Ambiance are the only reason this place got 3 stars, if based on food this would be a 1 star which would be generous. We ordered the Crab Dip which was very salty (will have edema later) and we could barely find the crab under all the cheese. We also ordered the Calamari which was like eating rubber bands with the soggy batter falling off. They made the calamari look full by mixing fried Jalapeños. For entree I ordered the Lobster with Pappardelle pasta where the Lobster was sparse and the pasta was overcooked. My daughter ordered a shrimp & Pasta dish where the pasta was overcooked as well and the taste was just awful. Her boyfriend ordered the fish tacos where the portions seemed small and the fish looked DRY! Finally, my husband ordered the Braised short rib over mashed potatoes with crispy onion. The sauce was like soup and I didn't realize short ribs had that much fat. Very disappointing dining experience. Definitely will not come back. The best part was the "Complimentary, Filtered Water"

Damian was an amazing waiter! Loved the crab cake stuffed rockfish and the chefs choice soup!

Wow! What a great experience we had last night at Blackwall Hitch in Annapolis! We are from Delaware and often visit the Rehoboth Beach so we knew of their great reputation. Annapolis did not disappoint! *They have a large parking lot (big deal for us - we hate searching for parking). *We were warmly greeted by Julian at the Host station - super friendly dude! *The restaurant is beautiful! Well decorated and spacious! *Our server - Jayden - was AMAZING! I'm going to tell you how amazing... He carefully went through the menu with us after we told him my hubby has a dairy issue. He was super friendly, attentive and funny... we really enjoyed talking with him. **We had such a great experience last night - that before we left we booked again to bring our extended family back tonight! (And we requested Jayden as our server)!

My husband, my friends, & I have enjoyed Blackwall Hitch for brunch and dinner. This afternoon, my retired women's group wanted a location for a Back to School happy hour. We chose BH because of the location, parking, and the happy hour specials. I emailed management a couple of times so they would know our group was coming. Since we were meeting in the bar, at 4 pm on a Monday, with a variable number, we did not need a reservation. A wonderful young man named Nico was working the bar when I arrived. He helped by pulling some tables together to set up for our group, away from the main bar counter. There is lots of space there, with high top tables, a sofa and some chairs, for flexible seating. Our attendance exceeded expectations on a rainy Monday, and we had about 20 women who showed up. Nico kept all of the food and drink orders straight, and he did it all with a smile. He deserves a commendation. We had a great time.

This was our first visit and we were greatly impressed. Ricky made us feel welcome and was patient in helping us understand some of the menu items. The French Onion Soup was one of the best we've had in this area (but I just wish that someone other than Petit Louis in Baltimore would figure out how to keep the bread crispy-mushy bread is such a turn off and almost every place is like this...) The broth had wonderful depth of flavor, the onions were nicely caramelized and the cheese was top quality. The Red Brick Chicken entree was delicious with a lovely sauce. The skin was crispy and the meat juicy. The potatoes were perfectly cooked but the sprouts were hard. Ricky said that next time they will get them fork tender to my preference. Hubby had the Braised Short Rib Pasta and it was heaven in a bowl-truly one of our favorite dishes in town (what we call a destination dish) I did not leave room for the house made Bread Pudding but I will plan on that for next time. I took a slice of Key Lime Pie home and it was very good. Another reviewer complained about the loud music and that is a huge consideration for us as well. We will not frequent places that do this and we have given up on some restaurants just because of that issue (hello Firebirds) But we are happy to say that the music was at a reasonable volume. We'll be happily returning soon!

i stopped by and the food Pete recommended was fantastic!! Very polite service! The ambiance of the place is perfect, feels just fancy enough for a date but isn't too fancy for a nice family friendly night.

It was my last stop while in town, and it was a great way to end my trip. The food and the ambiance were great. Our service was a little slow, but it was after the lunch rush. We had French onion soup, fried green tomatoes, crab cakes, crab-stuffed rockfish, and seafood flatbread. The portions were generous, and we did not leave hungry. The dishes were crafted with care and seasoned just right.

Ruby was a great server who had excellent recommendations. We ordered the calamari, Fish tacos, southwest and Caesar salads... all were enjoyed/good.

Service from Rhiannon was amazing !! Don't miss the opportunity to visit and have Rhiannon take care of your dinning experience

Today our servers were Libby and Simone they were excellent and the food was terrific! We keep coming back and have had a great experience each time.

I booked a reservation to the location a week or so in advance. The process was easy and efficient. Unfortunately, outside seating was first come first served which is a bummer considering COVID is still with us. But I said no problem, I'll call before hand and see. Unfortunately, it was raining on the day we had a reservation so we decided to make this a takeout order. Im glad we did that because due to the rain, the wedding reception on the roof got moved inside so they were actually telling people in person that they had to leave by 3:15 pm. I called around noon to cancel the reservation and make the takeout order but you would think that they would have let people with reservations around that time know that they would have to leave by 3:15. I would've been completely blindsided had I not called ahead of time. Parking was seamless. So thats great. When I arrived, I asked for my to-go order. The manager seemed very displeased with the host at the counter in a way that I don't think customers should see. It kind of spilled out to how the manager interacted with me. Now if this was fast food or fast casual, I wouldn't have minded but this restaurant is not any of those things. I ordered the kale and salmon salad with modifications. My guests ordered the Black pepper tagliatelle, creole rigatoni, and Red velvet cheesecake (not pictured). The salmon was pretty phenomenal, crispy but also juicy. However, as you can see from the picture, they gave me a handful of lettuce. So your depth perception is not off. You are seeing the bottom of the container it was as much lettuce as a garnish quite frankly. The dressing was more sweet than acidic. The salad was good but I had to add more lettuce at home. How do I get more lettuce at Chopt!? However, portion size wise, they're in their bag with the pasta. The containers were heavy and my guests would absolutely recommend their dishes. For me, I was hungry again in 2 hours.

It was a great experience with excellent service. I got the crab stuffed rockfish and that tasted amazing. My waiter (Pete) was attentive and gave excellent recommendations and service. The Manger (Rick) also stopped by and was very nice and pleasant to talk with. Overall it was a great night and I enjoyed the food, service, and setting!

Nice location close to downtown along with easy parking. Bar area was nice and separated from the main dinning area. Check out the second floor as an option if open.