When you’re looking for somewhere to grab a bite to eat, Maryland has thousands of restaurants to choose from. Sometimes though, we crave a different experience. No chains, no ho-hum, but an experience that cannot be replicated. These seven unique restaurants in Maryland are worth a trip because they’re unlike any other.

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Have you dined at any of these places? Are there any other unique restaurants in Maryland you’d add to the list? Feel free to share in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you! Do you know of any other one-of-a-kind eateries that belong on our radar? You can tell us all about them by filling out a nomination form.

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What are some of the most famous restaurants in Maryland?

Here in Maryland, people take dining pretty seriously. As you probably gathered from reading the list of the most unique restaurants in Maryland, there's no shortage of one-of-a-kind places to dine around here. If you're looking to experience some of the state's most famous restaurants, we have a few more places to add to your dining itinerary. You'll probably want to make a reservation when you plan to dine at any of the following establishments:

  • Charleston
  • Mama's On The Half Shell
  • Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls
  • Nick's Fish House
  • The Capital Grille
  • Boatyard Bar & Grill
  • Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
  • Gertrude's
  • Koco's Pub
  • Magdalena Restaurant
  • Royal Taj Restaurant
  • La Tavola Ristorante Italiano

 

Where can I find the best crabcakes in Maryland?

If there's one food that Maryland is famous for, it's crabcakes. Fortunately, that means you don't need to travel far to find yourself near a delicious seafood restaurant. If you're on the hunt for the best crabcakes in Maryland, take a look at the following recommendations and check out any of the following restaurants:

  • G&M Restaurant & Lounge in Linthicum Heights
  • Timbuktu Restaurant in Hanover
  • Faidley's Seafood in Baltimore
  • Jerry's Place in Prince Frederick
  • The Narrows Restaurant in Grasonville
  • Crabcake Factory USA in Ocean City
  • Crab Cake Cafe on the National Harbor
  • The Corner Stable in Columbia
  • Pappas Restaurant with multiple locations throughout the state
  • Edgewater Restaurant
  • Box Hill Pizzeria in Abingdon

Learn more about how you can find the best crabcakes in Maryland.

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