Fodor's Expert Review Cantler's Riverside Inn
$$$
Annapolis
Seafood
Fodor's Choice
Jimmy Cantler, a native Marylander who worked as a waterman on Chesapeake Bay, founded this local institution 40 years ago. The no-nonsense interior has nautical items laminated beneath tabletops, and steamed mussels, clams, and shrimp as well as a tomato-based Maryland crab soup, seafood sandwiches, crab cakes, and much more. Water-view outdoor dining is available seasonally, and boat owners can tie up at the dock; there's limited free parking during the busy summer season so be prepared to wait.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Seasonal outdoor dining right next to the water
- Steamed crabs served on a "tablecloth" of brown paper
- A classic casual Maryland seafood experience