Dock and Dine: Restaurants to Visit Via Boat in Cape Charles, Virginia

Sandy Allen

26 Jul 2025 — 2 min read

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Cape Charles, located on the Chesapeake Bay at Cape Charles Harbor, offers a terrific dock and dine scene that’s perfect for boaters or anyone craving fresh seafood and sunset views. Here’s a look at a couple of spots to check out from private boat slips for rent or nearby marinas.

The Shanty

Located at the Town Harbor, The Shanty sits on Cape Charles Harbor and offers a laid-back vibe, friendly service, scenic harbor views and sustainable seafood selections like local oysters, mussels, clams and shrimp as well as tacos and burgers. Dine at outdoor tables right along the dock.

Hook @ Harvey – A Cape Charles Bistro

The upscale casual Hook @Harvey - A Cape Charles Bistro, situated at the Cape Charles Yacht Center on Bayshore Road, serves a wide selection of seafood and other dishes. Choose from ahi tuna sashimi, crab-stuffed artichokes, beef tenderloin and lemon-caper chicken. The restaurant’s yacht center location makes it a convenient place to tie up, whether you’re visiting from a private boat lift for rent or a nearby marina.

Oyster Farm Seafood Eatery

The Oyster Farm Seafood Eatery and its seasonal C-Pier Dock Bar are popular spots to grab a bite or enjoy a sunset cocktail. The restaurant serves fresh oysters, local fish and shellfish buckets in a relaxed setting. If you’re arriving from a private boat dock rental, you’ll find it at the Oyster Farm Marina in Kings Creek, at the north end of Cape Charles. The full-service marina has 124 slips, fuel docks, showers and a pool.

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