Dock and Dine: 4 Restaurants to Visit by Boat in Baltimore, Maryland
Nestled along the Chesapeake Bay and the Patapsco River, Baltimore, Maryland offers a unique dining experience with its array of waterfront restaurants. For those seeking a touch of maritime charm, several establishments boast docks that allow guests to arrive by boat from private boat slips for rent and savor their meal while enjoying the water.
The Rusty Scupper
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Situated in the heart of Baltimore's Inner Harbor, The Rusty Scupper stands as an iconic waterfront restaurant. With its spacious outdoor deck and private dock, patrons can arrive by boat and dock directly alongside the restaurant. The menu features an array of seafood specialties, including freshly caught crab cakes and lobster. As you enjoy the meal, take in the panoramic views of the harbor and its majestic ships. There’s live music on weekends, including live jazz for Sunday brunch. Check it out on the way back to a private boat dock rental after a day on the Bay.
Tiki Lee's Dock Bar
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For those seeking a casual and lively dining experience, Tiki Lee's Dock Bar in Sparrows Point is the perfect destination. Located on the Back River, it’s about 30 minutes from downtown Baltimore. This tropical-themed establishment offers a vibrant atmosphere complete with live music and refreshing cocktails. Feast on burgers, seafood platters and island-inspired dishes while soaking in the waterfront breeze and panoramic views of the Chesapeake Bay.
The dock accommodates boats of all sizes, welcoming boaters to enjoy an afternoon or evening of delicious food, drinks, and entertainment. They even have jet ski docks.
Bayside Cantina
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With views of the Patapsco River, Bayside Cantina is an excellent spot for a taste of Mexican cuisine and frosty beverages. It’s near the Canton Waterfront Park. Watch the sunset while dining on ribeye, tilapia, steamed shrimp and traditional tacos, fajitas and other Mexican specialties. You can dine along the dock and enjoy the view of sailboats and motor yachts before heading off to a private boat dock for rent.
Raw & Refined
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Located along the Baltimore Waterfront Promenade, Raw & Refined boasts a large deck area, private dining space and excellent waterfront views. If you’re looking for a party, this is the place to find it. If you’re looking for great food, you’ll find that as well. The menu features lobster rolls, goat cheese cavatelli, crab cakes, burgers, lobster mac and cheese and chicken sandwiches.
We hope you’ve found some new places to dine while staying at marinas or private boat lift rentals in Baltimore.The next time you’re out sailing or motor boating north of Annapolis, or maybe taking in a game at Camden Yards, pay a visit to these dock and dine restaurants.
