Crab Houses in Maryland's Eastern Shore

This September try some crabs in Oxford, Maryland. September is one of the best months to eat Maryland blue crabs in Oxford.

The Crab Houses of Maryland’s Eastern Shore

"The Chesapeake Bay, or simply the Bay, as it’s known to Marylanders, is the nation’s largest estuary, a vast, rich incubator for sea life born from the brackish combination of fresh and saltwater. The saltwater comes in steadily from the Atlantic while the freshwater runs down from a watershed that stretches as far north as central New York.

Maryland’s state-regulated season for crabs runs from the beginning of April until the last of November. Around springtime, watermen have emptied out their bushels of oysters and have already begun building their boxy wire traps, somewhat misleadingly called pots.

And just as hibernating mammals emerge from winter, so do last summer’s surviving crabs — their meat having been soaked in what might be the culinary world’s longest marinade. These are the crustaceans, plump with meat and measuring from six to six and a half inches across, that are announced on giant chalkboard menus at crab houses and seafood wholesalers all over Maryland as “jumbos.”

Smaller “mediums” and “larges” even out the catch all season, but it’s commonly stated in Maryland that the best time to fetch jumbos is late summer and early fall, when the crabs that have been lucky enough to survive the season begin to bulk up for hibernation. My mother swears that these crabs are the sweetest."
The New York Times

Click above to read the full article that mentions Schooners in Oxford, Maryland.

Crab Houses in Oxford, Maryland -

Masthead at Pier Street Marina

104 W Pier Street, Oxford, MD 21654 • (410) 226-5171


Schooner's Landing

Foot of Tilghman Street, Oxford, Maryland • 410-226-016

July Events In Oxford, Maryland

Come see some great events this July in Oxford, Maryland. The historic port of Oxford, MD is a destination in itself. You are also close to St. Michaels and Easton, Maryland. Hint - Take the Oxford ferry for a short-cut to Saint Michaels.

Every Wednesday in July - Farmers Market @ Oxford Community Center (Starts at 4pm)

Friday Evening July 10, 17, 24, and 31. Sailing starting from the Tred Avon Yacht Club next to Sandaway Waterfront Lodging B&B. See the beauty of sailboats on the Tred Avon River. (Starts at 5:30pm)

Friday, July 3 - Fireworks in Oxford! Great view at the end of West Strand Road near Sandaway Waterfront Lodging bed and breakfast and the Tred Avon Yacht Club.

Friday, July 3 - John Fraze performing on the deck @ Schooner's (6 - 10 pm)

Friday & Saturday, July 3 & 4 - American Girl Dolls, Doll Clothes & Doll Furniture Raffle @ Mystery Loves Company

Sunday, July 5 - Bird Dog & the Road Kings on the deck @ Schooner's (5 - 9 pm)

Saturday, July 11 - DJ Ground on the deck @ Masthead @ Pier Street (7 - 10 pm)

Saturday, July 11 - Band "Grateful Floyd" performing on the deck @ Schooner's (7 - 10 pm)

Sunday, July 19 - Annual Johnny Bling Party @ Masthead at Pier Street (3-7 pm)

Consignment Shop and Art Gallery - Oxford, Maryland

Second Wind

104 West Pier Street, next to The Masthead in

Oxford, Maryland

• Accepting Home Furnishing and Accessories
• Nautical Items
• Artwork
• Hand Painted Items

Please call to make an appointment if you have items to consign!

410-310-8549 Wendy Palmer

Waterside Restaurants in Oxford, Maryland

Waterside Dining In Oxford, Maryland

For waterside dining in Oxford, Maryland try The Masthead at Pier Street Marina which opens today for the 2009 Season. Experience great views of both the Tred Avon River and Choptank River. If it is a sunny day plan to see a great sunset. A full menu is available including local crabs. Schooner's Landing in Oxford, Maryland will also be open this weekend for dining next to Town Creek. Don't forget to try the delicious ice cream made fresh at the Scottish Highland Creamery.


Click here to watch a video on how to eat Maryland Blue Crabs.



Masthead at Pier Street restaurant is located at 104 West Pier Street, Oxford, Maryland 21654
Phone: 410-226-5171

Schooner's Landing restaurant is located at the foot of Tilghman Street, Oxford, Maryland. The Scottish Highland Creamery is on the side of Schooner's Landing next to the Oxford boat ramp for Town Creek.
Phone: 410-226-016


Scottish Highland Creamery is on the side of Schooner's Landing next to the Oxford boat ramp for Town Creek. For ice cream made fresh in Oxford, Maryland go to 314 Tilghman Street in Oxford, MD next to Schooner's.

Phone:410-924-6298


Call for the exact times these Oxford, Maryland businesses will be open.

 "Talbot County is a preferred destination for boaters, who flock to the waters around St. Michaels, Oxford, Tilghman Island, and Easton. The county caters to the boating trade, with public docking available at numerous marinas and restaurants.


Oxford – Moor at Mears Yacht Haven on Town Creek (410-226-5450) and dine waterside at Schooner’s Landing (410-226-0160) or the Masthead At Pier Street Marina (410-226-5171), or picnic in the park overlooking the Tred Avon River. Pope’s Tavern (410-226-5220) is also top-notch. The landmark Robert Morris Inn (410-226-5111), across the street from the Oxford-Bellevue Ferry, is worth a visit. One easy way to get out on the water is via the ferry, which regularly crosses between Oxford and St. Michaels."
Maryland Life Fantastic Voyage: Maryland's Waterways

Oxford Maryland Restaurants

James Michener, author of "Chesapeake" wrote his outline inside the Robert Morris Inn's tavern.
Oxford, Maryland Restaurants

Robert Morris Inn
314 N. Morris Street, Oxford, Maryland
410-226-5111


Table Talk: Salter returns to the Eastern Shore
June 01, 2010
"There's very big news on the Eastern Shore, with the arrival of celebrity chef Mark Salter at the Robert Morris Inn in Oxford. You might remember the British born Salter from his highly regarded 17-year stretch as executive chef at the Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels. This move reunites him with Ian Fleming, Perry Cabin's former manager. Salter, who will be acting as the 300-year-old inn's proprietor as well, is ramping up for an official June 25 opening for the main dining room and the newly renamed Salter's Tavern.
Salter sent along some sample menus, and reading them made me very hungry. On the fine-dining menu, alongside his signature crab cake and Maryland crab spring roll with pink grapefruit, avocado and toasted almond, Salter is planning pretzel-encrusted soft shells, a Sri Lankan-rubbed grouper fillet, and wild rock fish with succotash, soft polenta and local beans."


By Richard Gorelick, Special to The Baltimore Sun
Read the full Oxford, Maryand restaurant article at http://articles.baltimoresun.com/2010-06-01/entertainment/bs-fo-tabletalk-mark-salter-20100601_1_robert-morris-inn-perry-cabin-lemongrass


Latitude 38 Bistro & Spirits
26342 Oxford Road, PO Box 144 • 410-226-5303

Reviews

"My husband and another couple visited this restaurant on June 28 and it was just as good as the first time we went in the summer of 2006. The gas pump out front throws you for a loop the first visit, but we were glad we didn't turn around and leave like we considered. The menu has some unique dishes. The baked oyster appetizer was to die for, and the guys raved over the seafood pasta. I had the pork tenderloin wrapped in the pastry which was good, but the pork was a little over cooked and I had to request a steak knife. The duck with blueberry sauce I had in 2006 was one of the best meals I ever had and definitely deserves another turn on the menu. The presentation with fresh flowers was just as it had been in 2006. The staff is of mixed ages and all were friendly and helpful, even the younger ladies. We thoroughly enjoyed it AGAIN and will definitely visit them the next time we are on the Eastern Shore."

TripAdvisor

"We recently visited Latitude 38 on a summer Sunday afternoon....When we first arrived, there were only a handful of cars in the parking lot. We decided to "check it out" and wow, were we ever so glad that we went inside to experience a most wonderful crowd of "local" people having food and drinks .... and having lots of fun talking to the other folks in the area. This place is a MUST! We had the special that evening and there was more than enough for two people! By the time we left, the parking lot was overflowing with cars...and the inside was packed. We plan on going back very soon to enjoy another afternoon of great food and crowd!"

TripAdvisor


Masthead at Pier Street Marina
104 W Pier Street, Oxford, MD 21654 • (410) 226-5171
Reviews

"Masthead at Pier Street Marina. The film industry loves this casual locale. Scenes from "Wedding Crashers" were filmed at the Inn at Perry Cabin, and scenes from "Failure to Launch" were filmed at the Masthead, where you can see the table at which Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew McConaughey shared their meal."

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Popes' Tavern at the Oxford Inn
504 South Morris Street, Oxford, Maryland 21654 • (410) 226-5220

Reviews

"The food at Pope's Tavern was out of this world. We attended a wine pairing dinner with O.Fournier wines. Just wonderful."

TripAdvisor


Schooner's Landing
Foot of Tilghman Street, Oxford, Maryland • 410-226-016

Reviews

"Can't wait to go back again!! This is my favorite local's place. If you are looking for great food with a fun atmosphere this is the place for you. I have encountered a short wait time occassionally during the busy summer weekends but it is well worth it for the delicious conch fritters and steamed crabs."

TripAdvisor

"Appetizers were good, although we didn't order anything complicated, mostly steamed shrimp. Most just ordered pub fair, but my burger was good. Service was pretty good. There is an outdoor bar on the deck. I would not go to this place for fine dining, but if you want decent food in a scenic setting on the water, it's a nice place."

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