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OC’s Sportfishing Headquarters 16’ Skiffs
1 or 2 Person Kayak Rentals OC’s Largest Rental Fleet Large Selection of Tackle
24’ Pontoons Live, Fresh, or Frozen Bait for the bay, surf, or offshore. Boats ranging from 25ft to 50ft
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an you feel the excitement? You’re in Maryland’s world famous beach resort! Over nine miles of pristine beaches await your toes. Yet there is so much more to see and do. The bayside of the island offers, an array of watersports, including jet skis, catamaran’s, paddleboards, bottom fishing and more. There are amazing restaurants, fun places and adventures for the whole family just a shell’s toss from the island too. To find out more, just turn the pages of this book. It’s going to be a great vacation! On behalf of the Ocean City Hotel Motel Restaurant Association and the staff of Inside Ocean City, let the fun begin! 4
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AAA Emergency Road Service - 800-222-4357 Alcoholics Anonymous - 410-219-2117 Animal Control - 410-723-6649 Atlantic General Hospital - 410-641-1100 Beach Patrol - 410-289 -7556 Cape May Lewes Ferry - 800-64-FERRY City Hall - 410-289-8221 Coast Guard - 410-289-7559 Convention Center, 40th St. - 410-289-2800 District Court, 65th St. - 410-723-6935 Fire Dept. Headquarters, 15th St. - 410-289-4346 Greyhound/Carolina Trailways Buses - 800-231-2222 Hotel/Motel/Restaurant Assoc. - 410-289-6733 Library, 100th St. - 410-524-1818 Lost and Found (Police Dept.) - 410-723-6611 Marine Natural Resources Police - 410-548-7070 Maryland State Police - 410- 641-3101 Ocean City Animal Hospital -410-213-1170 Ocean City Municipal Airport - 410-213-2471 Ocean City Surfing Beaches - 410-289-7556 Peninsula Regional Medical Center - 410-546-6400 Salisbury - 410-546-6400 Police Dept., 65th St. - 410-723-6610 Recreation and Parks, 125th St. - 410-250-0125 Ticketmaster Toll Free - (800) 551-SEAT Visitor Information, 40th St. - 410-289-2800 Western Union - 800-325-6000
Lost or Stolen Credit Cards Discover - 800-347-2683 Master Card - 800-826-2181 Visa - 800-336-8472
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Public Transportation
Important Numbers
Emergency Services : 911
Coastal Highway Transit Bus
Ocean City municipal buses travel along Coastal Highway 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and you can ride for just $1 per boarding or $3 per day. The buses are safe, clean and reliable, offering stops all along Coastal Highway. Ocean City buses also run to and from the West Ocean City Park & Ride facility. During Season, buses run approximately every 15 minutes, subject to traffic conditions. Fall: Labor Day thru late October Every 15 minutes 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Every 30 minutes 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Winter late October - Early April Sun-Thurs. Every 40 minutes 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. (Fees and times are subject to change.) Fri & Sat. Every 30 minutes 7 a.m. to 7 a.m.
The Boardwalk Tram
Traveling from the Inlet to the North Station on 27th Street, the Boardwalk tram will stop at most any location along the route to load or discharge passengers. This half hour ride traverses the entire boardwalk and offers a beautiful view of the beach, ocean and the boardwalk experience. Tram fare is $3.00 per person, per boarding, one way ride. Discount fare punch cards are available for a fee of $20 for 8 rides, and are available at either the Tram Station or from a Tram Conductor. New unlimited ride passes, at a cost of $6, allows a passenger to get on and off the Boardwalk tram as much as they like between the hours of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily. Unfortunately, the unlimited ride pass is not available during Springfest, Sunfest, OC Air Show weekend, July 4th weekend or Labor Day weekend. Unlimited ride passes are available at both the Tram Stations and from the Conductor. Please note: The tram operation is subject to prevailing weather conditions. See the station operators or call 410-289-5311 or 410-723-1606 for additional information.
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Contents
Important Numbers Parks & Recreation Ocean City Beach Patrol Map Free Activities Must Haves Doggies on the Beach Candy Kitchen Celebrates 75 Years M.R. Ducks is 30, O.S.A.R ! Family Fun Thrashers: The Inside Story Fishers Popcorn, Bursting With Flavor for 75 Years. Rainy Day Activities Deep Sea Fishing Exhilarating Watersports Low Impact Water Adventures Surf OC Surfing Beaches Shopping Spas Golf Dine Fresh Ruth’s Chris at Glen Riddle Farm Taustin Hospitality Proper Tipping Crab Pickin 101 OC Events OC’s Newest Nightspot OC’s Pub Masters Mixology Beach Weddings Index of Sponsors
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Beyond the Beach Public Parks
Recreation Facilities
Public Boat Ramps
Inlet Park: Southernmost park with viewing binoculars and information signs. Ocean City's time capsule is located here. Downtown Recreation Complex: 3rd St., bayside. basketball courts, ballfields, skate park, (in-line skating and skateboarding), 2 tennis courts, playground equipment, area for bay fishing. Robin Park: 28th St., landscaped open space with playground equipment. OC Tennis Center: 61st St., lighted tennis courts, 6 premier courts, 3 Lee Fast-Dry clay courts. Little Salisbury: 94th St. Park, bayside, next to the Art League building. Tennis courts, playground, basketball court, dog playground. Jamestown Park: Landscaped promenade off 116th St., bayside. Northside Park: 125th St., bayside. Fifty-eight acres with lighted ball fields, fishing lagoon, ADA accessible playground, picnic area, two piers, jogging paths, sports fields, indoor gymnasium. Gorman Park: Derrickson Ave. at 136th St., bayside. tennis court, racquetball court and playground, picnic shelter. Fiesta Park: Off 141 St., wooded park with nature trails and picnic area. North Surf Park: Laurel Rd., bayside, turn left off 142nd St., open space for picnics with tot lot. Sunset Park: S. Division St., bayside promenade with views of the bay and Assategue. For complete information, contact the Recreation and Parks Office: 410-250-0125.
For sports enthusiasts, the Ocean City Recreation and Parks Department operates a variety of activities to keep fit and have fun.
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Tennis: Courts are located bayside at: 3rd St., 61st St., 94th St., and 136th St. For more information, or to reserve a tennis court, call 410-524-8337, in season.
Public Fishing Piers
(This may not be a complete listing.)
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Racquetball: One 3-wall court, 136th St., Gorman Park, bayside. Skate Park: 3rd St. & St. Louis Ave, Open year-round. Call 410-289-2695.
Basketball: Courts are located at 4th St. & St. Louis Ave; 94th St., bayside; 125th St., bayside (indoor). Volleyball: Volleyball nets will be set up on the beach for summer. Open to everyone at no charge. Nets are available at the Inlet, 2nd St., 4th St., 5th St., 7th St., 9th St., and 11th St., and 10 courts at Dorchester Street. Golf: Eagle's Landing off Rt. 611. 410-213-7277. Other sports facilities are available. Certain fees and restrictions may apply. Please call 410-250-0125 for details.
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Assateague Island Park, Rt. 611 at Assateague Island Bridge Gum Point Road off Rt. 589, West Ocean City OC Commercial Harbor, 12806 Sunset Ave., West Ocean City
Inlet Park, Downtown Ocean City at OC Inlet Third St. Pier, bayside Ninth St. Pier, bayside Northside Park, 125th St., bayside
Beach Rules The Ocean City Beach Patrol is responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and enjoyable atmosphere on the beach and in the ocean. The Surf Rescue Technician on the stand carries out this responsibility, by informing the public and enforcing applicable rules, laws and local ordinances. For your protection and safety, the activities below are either Prohibited or Regulated by Beach Patrol. • No alcoholic beverages • No dogs on the beach, from May 1 - Sept. 30 • No sleeping on the beach from 10 p.m. & 6 a.m. • No use of skim boards from 10 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. • No glass containers • No loud music The following activities are under the discretion of Beach Patrol • Ball playing and Frisbee throwing • Umbrella placement beyond the established line • Kite flying • Digging holes in the sand • Fishing while OCBP is on duty • Surfing in designated areas only (See Surfing Beaches)
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Learn to swim and obey the rules of the swimming area. Swim in patrolled areas only; 10 a.m. –5:30 p.m. Never swim alone. Check with the lifeguard about current conditions before entering the ocean. Obey all laws, ordinances, rules and directives from lifeguards. If you hear a whistle, stop what you are doing and look directly at the lifeguard for information. Never dive into unknown water or shallow breaking waves. Don’t swim near wooden pilings, rock jetties or the pier. Rely on your swimming ability rather than a flotation device. If you are unable to swim out of a strong current, call or wave for help. The ocean can be unpredictable, treat it with respect. Take seriously, the warning of the SRT (Surf Rescue Technician/Lifeguard) when storms are in the area. The Ocean City Beach Patrol is in constant communication with the National Weather Service. When instructed by Beach Patrol personnel, please secure your belongings and leave the beach immediately for everyone’s safety. Inside Ocean City 2012
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Ocean City Locations Somerset & Boardwalk Dorchester & Boardwalk 2nd St. & Boardwalk 6th St. & Boardwalk 9th St. & Boardwalk 22nd St. & Philadelphia Ave. 28th St. & Philadelphia Ave. 53rd St. & Coastal Highway 64th St. & Coastal Highway 93 St. & Coastal Highway Gold Coast Mall Additional Locations Fenwick Island, DE Bethany Beach, DE Rehoboth Beach, DE Virginia Beach, VA Corporate Office info:
C andy Kitchen has been making homemade salt-water taffy, creamy fudges and delicious, chocolates since 1937. A family owned and operated company priding themselves on time-honored recipes and select fine ingredients.
There are 20 stores to serve you and your family, throughout Ocean City and in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware and Virginia Beach, Virginia. While you’re here at the beach, enjoying the sun, surf, and sand, visit one of the many locations or the main Candy Store on 53rd street to satisfy your sweet tooth. If you have already visited the beach and are craving more of their creamy, homemade fudge and delicious saltwater taffy, Candy Kitchen offers many of their most popular items online, plus special gift packaging for the holidays or to meet any special gift-giving occasion.
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amous for their tee shirts and apparel. M.R. Ducks annual tee shirt design is an “OC Must Have,” and is available in a wide variety of colors. Choose from a hand selected collection of unique items, from collectors tee’s and fleece, available in toddler thru adult sizes, to an array of gift items for the outdoor enthusiast and souvenirs for the entire family. Apparel Locations: Talbot St. Pier 13902 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City 2 South Main St. Berlin Somerset St. & the Boardwalk
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ust a few blocks from the crowds of the beach and boardwalk, you will find the unique charm of M.R. Ducks Bar & Grille. The gazebo style bar is built directly over the water and keeps you cool on those hot summer days. It’s also a beautiful location at sunset. Serving a wide variety of food items, you will find something on the menu for everyone. Happy hour daily.
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Talbot Street Watersports Ocean Thrills, Pirate Chills & Nature Trails!
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his custom designed nature tour boat will cruise Sinepuxent Bay and land on Assateague Island. Everyone will enjoy a narrated tour about our eco-system and experience the hands on demonstration about local sea life. You will have a chance to experience the wild ponies and wildlife in their natural habitat.
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Must Haves No Ocean City vacation is complete without...
Park Place Jewelers
Ocean City Coupon Book The Ocean City Coupon Book is filled with 125 coupons offering big savings, at many popular restaurants, children’s activities, fishing, nightlife and golf courses in Ocean City. The Ocean City Coupon Book is the secret to savings for tens of thousands of families every year. Now you too can save hundreds of dollars too! Available at the Ocean City Convention Center on 40th. St. Coastal Hwy and the Ocean City Chamber on U.S. route 50.
www.oc-coupon.com
877-556-3624
Park Place Jewelers celebrates the 10 year anniversary of the OC Hook bracelet. If you’re a collector, you won’t want to miss out! If you’re new to the design, it’s an Ocean City keepsake you just can’t live without. Stunning bracelets, available in both gold and silver. Rt. 50, White Marlin Mall, West Ocean City
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Jessica’s Fudge House
Next Wave Studios
Jessica’s Fudge House has been an Ocean City “must-have” for close to 40 years. With more than 25 flavors made by hand in our store daily, there is something for everyone. And for those rare kids, of any age, that are not into fudge, there are hand-dipped strawberries, bananas, apples, blueberries & even bacon!!
Cherish your beach memories for years with a keepsake photo from Next Wave Studios. Photographer Kyle Hughes is an expert in beach portraiture for families, children and seniors. Portraits booking daily.
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On the Boardwalk, between 2nd & 3rd St. at the Park Place Hotel, Ocean City
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Doggies on the Beach
Ocean City Animal Hospital Quality Medicine With A Caring Heart
Offering quality
care at the beach, since 2003, Dr. John Maniatty provides 24 hour emergency services for the vacationing pet. The practice also provides acupuncture, as well as grooming and lodging.
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cean City permits furry four-legged visitors on the beach during the off season, which is from October 1 through April 30. There’s more room to run, and frisbee’s are much easier to catch, when there are not sun bathers to navigate. Please be sure to clean-up after your pooch. Off-season dates and clean-up laws are strictly enforced! Visit www.ococean.com for more on the rules. When Fido travels with you in season, you can both enjoy a romp at the Ocean City Dog Playground, located on 94th Street, bayside. The playground is divided into two sections; one for small dogs (under 28 lbs), the other for larger dogs (over 28 lbs). A Dog Pass Access Card is required for admission and is available from Ocean City Recreation and Parks, located at 200, 125th Street, bayside. The front desk is open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., closed on holidays. Dog Access Cards are available weekly and annually. All dogs must have proof of rabies vaccine and a valid dog license from a municipality. Details are available online at www.ococean.com or by calling 800-OC-OCEAN.
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Paws & Claws Etc...
South Paw Pet Resort Where Fun Is Always Part Of The Day!
• Nestled in a tranquil setting, just minutes from Ocean City & Salisbury. • A resort quality atmosphere; full of fun, exercise & entertainment for your pet • Climate controlled residences, designed to promote a clean, comfortable and stress-free environment for all. • We feel that pets are part of the family, (furry kids) and believe they should be treated that way. • Our home is located next to the resort, ensuring your pets are cared for 24 hours a day.
8004 Burnt Mill Road, Willards
Ocean City’s Premier Pet Store
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aws & Claws Etc, offers a wide selection of healthy foods and treats, health and safety items, grooming supplies, collars and leashes, clothing and many other fine products. Also included, are those seasonal items, such as leashes, collars, clothing and toys for the vacationing pet. Happy to help with any of your pet needs, at Paws & Claws you will also find a very knowledgeable staff, several of which have also been employed in the veterinary care field.
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n 1937, Sam Taustin, an ambitious young entrepreneur opened the first Candy Kitchen on 9th Street in Ocean City. America was beginning to emerge from the Great Depression and folks had a taste for the sweeter things in life. Customers would come from near and far to indulge in their homemade confections. Soon there were eight boardwalk shoppes, each operated by one of Sam’s eight sisters. Today, 75 years later, Candy Kitchen remains a family owned and operated business with 20 locations along the Delmarva beaches from Rehoboth Beach, DE to Virginia Beach, VA. Their salt water taffy, fudge and chocolates are still made by hand, the old-fashioned way with the freshest, finest ingredients and no preservatives, at their factory on 53rd Street, in Ocean City. The success is in the skill at Candy Kitchen. The salt water taffy is cooked and cooled, pulled using a taffy hook then wrapped into pieces and packaged. Their homemade, creamy fudge is made in copper kettles, from the old family recipe. Their chocolates are hand-dipped and decorated with precision by skilled chocolatiers. One taste and you will understand the craftsmanship in each piece. Over the past several decades, Candy Kitchen’s image has slowly evolved into what you see today, a bright modern, fun and family-friendly atmosphere, which alongside their quality products, has proven the company successful. Candy Kitchen not only indulges your sweet tooth, their shopping experience completely satisfies all of your senses. They continue to stay on the cutting edge of the latest trends with their extensive line of gifts, novelties and toys, which completes their unique retail ambiance. Candy Kitchen has become a tradition that many families share together while vacationing in Ocean City. They take great pride in providing excellent customer service time and time again. Candy Kitchen offers something for children and people of all ages. Whether you’re 3 or 93, you can enjoy a delectable treat from one of their innovative shoppes.
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here have been an abundance of fish stories told and beautiful sunsets enjoyed, since the first day of June in 1982, when the open air, Victorian-style gazebo bar, known now as M.R. Ducks, was built at the end of Talbot Street in the original section of Ocean City, overlooking the Sinepuxent Bay. When proprietors Lloyd and Gail Lewis purchased the Talbot Street Pier & Inn from Lloyd’s aunt and uncle in 1972, the business was strictly a charter fishing company and small hotel, where Lloyd had worked each summer for over two decades. When they bought the business, the Lewis’s added a bar, which became an instant success for the O.C. locals, as well as many of the visitors who came to town. The bar remained nameless until the end of the first season, when the name “M.R. Ducks” was chosen from an old duck hunter poem, told in Eastern Shore dialect: M.R. Ducks M.R Not O.S.A.R C.M.Wangs L.I.B M.R. Ducks
Translation: for those unfamilar with the old local dialect.
Them are ducks, They are not! Oh, yes they are! See them wings? Well, I’ll be! Them are ducks!
Not long after the debut and acceptance of the M.R. Ducks’ name, the bar designed a T-shirt for the staff to wear while working, which soon became a “must have” among the locals and visitors. As the popularity and demand grew for the shirts, three motel rooms were converted into a store to meet the demands for the M.R. Ducks apparel division. Each year, the shirt design changes with a different pair of ducks, taken from an original piece of artwork commissioned by a nationally-renowned artist. To celebrate the 30th anniversary this year, two designs are being offered to those loyal and new customers, and other wildlife items are also available, depicting ducks, dogs, and the unique outdoor life of the Eastern Shore region. When you make your next visit to Talbot Street and the Bay, you will not only find the relaxing waterfront bar and affordable eatery at M.R. Ducks Bar & Grille, the Happy Hooker fishing boat can take you on a sport fishing charter in the protected back bays of Ocean City. For the more low-key nature lover, the Assateague Adventure cruises to Assateague Island, to see the wild horses roam in a beautiful, pristine area. The little ones will enjoy a swashbuckling good time on the Duckaneer Pirate Ship, or for an ocean speedboat ride, you can hop aboard the O.C. Rocket.
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hen the kids are ready for a break from the beach, you will find Ocean City offers a wealth of exciting activities the whole family can enjoy. From kiddie rides and games to Extreme Ziplines and spinning Jet Screamers, there truly is something for everyone. For the kid in all of us, the waterparks offer day-long spills and thrills, as well as safe and fun play areas for the “little” visitors. Are you ready to dry off and shake the sand from your shoes? There are go-karts and mini golf, laser tag and paintball. Adventure awaits on the Pirate Ship, at a Wild West Show or even at the Discovery Center. Explore another side of O.C. on a nature cruise or bird watch along the Pocomoke River. Visit the wild ponies of Assateague or slip to the Salisbury Zoo. Then stop off for a baseball game with the Delmarva Shorebirds, class “A” affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. Whale and dolphin watching are year-round treats and you might catch a glimpse on a thrilling speed boat ride!
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Looking for more of a birds’ eye view? Fly high on a bi-plane ride or soar through the air on a parasail. When you’ve seen all the things you can do from a higher perspective, you’ll have your next outing already planned. Take time to explore O.C.’s world famous Boardwalk, where there are surry bikes, segways and train rides, haunted houses, museums, carnival games, arcades, kiddie and thrill rides. A stroll or a run are much more pleasant with the Atlantic Ocean nearby. You will find beach gear, unique gifts and wonderful items found only in Ocean City. For the budget conscious, Ocean City offers free events, including movies on the beach, family beach Olympics, and “Sundae’s in the Park.” You can visit the weigh-in of a fishing tournament; not only the worldfamous White Marlin Open, but you can often find smaller crowds at the weigh-in at the Shark and Tuna tournaments. These events draw scientists, whom you can often meet personally and learn first-hand about the big fish of the sea. For more information on these and more free events, visit www.ococean.com.
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Jolly Roger Amusement Parks Choose from our 6 Great Theme Parks
Splash Mountain -Park World Magazine dubbed Splash Mountain, a “world-class waterpark, the finest in the mid-Atlantic region.” You can drift down the lazy river, splash in the wave pool or experience the thrill of the waterslides and flumes. Speedworld - Whether it’s junior’s first try at driving the Kiddie Carts, or a Sunday drive with the Family on the Grand Prix Track, Speedworld won’t disappoint. Experience the thrill of Formula 1 driving. Drive a Grand Pix Track, Stockarts or the explore the Family Lemans. Speedworld, the largest Go Cart Track on the East Coast! X-Treme Ziplines -Jolly Roger’s offers the area’s ONLY Ziplines. Here you can fly on over 1000 feet of steel cable with breathtaking views of the bay and the beach! Experience the thrill of Zipping while suspended 60 feet in the air. Quench your thirst for adrenaline between 4 stations and brave the Rope Bridge. Certified and Trained Guides lead you through Ocean City’s most extreme attraction.
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Aqua Loop- New for 2012!
The East Coast’s Only Looping Waterslide. Pumping water and adrenaline with a whole new twist this summer! Jolly 30th Street Take a whirl on the fast and furious Riptide Express, or challenge the twist, turns and drops of the Wild Cat Roller Coaster, or ride the Ferris Wheel or Carousel with the kids. Try your skill at the Midway Games, visit the Youth Activity Center or just view the scenery on the Jolly Roger Express, their 1952 Antique Train. Jolly Roger at the Pier Take a ride on Slingshot or relax and enjoy the Ocean City skyline from the tallest Ferris Wheel in OC. Try the Crazy Dance, the Looping Coaster and everyone’s favorite, the Hurricane. If rides are not your thing, the Pier has plenty of games, food and shops to pass your time. Mini Golf Your choice of two outstanding miniature golf adventures. Play the Jungle Golf course through a tropical rainforest, under and through playful waterfalls, around a peaceful lagoon and over the scenic mountains. If seeking buried treasure is more to your liking, try a round on the Treasure Hunt course. Here you’ll need your wits about you if you’re going to outsmart the crafty pirates and their crew who are lurking about to protect their treasures.
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In 1929, a Georgian known as Mr. J. T. Thrasher introduced a unique concept into the business community of Ocean City, Maryland. This creative Southerner proposed a food stand concession which would specialize in only one product: the noble French fry. Meeting with skepticism, Mr. Thrasher, an extremely religious man, forged ahead with this fledgling enterprise. His idea? Simply to produce the best tasting French fry ever eaten- past, present, or future. He did. The process Thrasher originated was based upon quality ingredients, hard work, and above all attention to the perfection of each cup of fries. What a discovery! Of the product itself, Thrasher found that only the highest quality potato would suffice. This meant that potatoes had to be brought from different regions, if not states, for different times of the season. Only the best would do for this hard-nosed professional. For labor, Mr. Thrasher relied upon a group of hard working girls from a Christian affiliated school in Georgia. The operation was run by these dedicated young women for many years. Mr. Thrasher would house the girls in a dormitory above the present Bank of Ocean City. Thrasher’s had been located in the breezeway of the Ocean City Amusement Pier. When forced by his failing health concerns to sell the dearly local business, Thrasher shopped for a buyer who would adhere to these high standards of quality and expertise. This buyer was the legendary Ocean City businessman, Franklin “Chip” Hastings, a selfmade entrepreneur who had a nose for a profitable deal. Hastings move Thrasher’s to the boardwalk location where it is presently located. Yet through the process of automation and mechanization, the original process and recipe were never altered. There was no deviation from quality, no deviation from tradition. In 1974, Charles R. Jenkins purchased Thrasher’s following the death of Mr. Hastings. Again, Mr. Jenkins refused to alter the original secret recipe or the cooking process in the slightest way. While improving and refining certain aspects of the operation, tradition was adhered to. Thirty-four years later, Thrasher’s French Fries is still under the same management. Quality is still the ultimate goal and only through painful and perfectionist management techniques has the fry retained its superior taste and appearance. Through five generations and eighty years, Thrasher’s has changed hands only twice. Tradition rules and quality reigns supreme. There will be no deviation from the original procedure or original recipes. Only experience and exquisite attention to detail have allowed Thrasher’s to grow and flourish as few businesses have. Nowhere will more emphases on quality be found, nowhere will there be a better fry found...anywhere!
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itch up the horses to the ole buckboard, load up the family and come on down to Frontier Town's Water Park, Miniature Golf and Wild West Shows! • Giant Water Slide, Splash Pool, Lazy River Ride, Waterin' Hole and Family Activity Pool. • Landscaped Cowboy mini-golf course, offering 18-holes amongst a peaceful settin' of waterfalls, flowers and shade trees. • Kick up yer spurs and visit our replica western town, circa 1860, with all its purdy nostalgia and tons of colorful characters; Rootin' Tootin' Cowboys, earth-pounding' Indians, and high steppin' Can-Can gals! Browse about quaint western gift shops, chow down in the town's eateries or jus' rest yer doggies a spell and let the youngins' romp 'round while you loose yerself in the thick atmosphere of the Ol' West! • Acres and acres of FREE PARKIN', sparklin' clean bath houses, changin' rooms and lockers are provided nearby for your convenience.
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Fisher’s Popcorn Bursting With Flavor For 75 Years!
In 1937, Fishers Popcorn debuted on the Ocean City boardwalk, trading as Pixtons Popcorn. The new business, destined to become a boardwalk icon, served gourmet popcorn made with only the finest, fresh ingredients. The popcorn confection, created in a unique copper kettle, was available in caramel, black walnut, coconut, cheese and buttered flavors. Donald Fisher was seven years old when his father, Everett, opened the business, and he can tell you that for the last 75 years, each batch has been hand-crafted in the very same way, and with the same recipe, that his father created that first batch of caramel popcorn. There is a true craftsmanship behind a batch of Fishers Popcorn. The batch masters you can see making the popcorn, while you wait, spend a great deal of time learning technique. It’s a confection never made with a thermometer, but under the watchful, skilled eye of the cook, that makes for a taste sensation. Fishers product offerings have changed just a bit, over the years. During World War II, when popcorn, butter and other staples were rationed, Fishers offered fresh fudge, caramel apples and salt water taffy along with their popcorn creations. You can still find saltwater taffy today, alongside their popcorn line. In the mid 50’s, the name was officially changed to Fishers Popcorn. That’s really the only significant change to the business, over the years. It’s weathered fire, rebuilt and expanded just a bit at the original location, always maintaining excellence in product and service. In 1972, Donald Fisher and his wife, Calvina, took the reins of the business from his father and maintained the family tradition. As time passed, his son Don became involved in the business, followed by his daughter Cindy. Together, they took the Ocean City business into the 21st Century, offering shipments of the boardwalk favorite across the country and to American servicemen and women worldwide. In 1981, Donald’s youngest daughter, Martha, opened a separate Fishers business and the first Delaware location in Fenwick Island. Today 31 years later, Fishers Delaware boasts three locations, including Bethany and Rehoboth Beach. In the Fisher family traditions, two of Martha’s three sons are involved in the business. A visit to Fishers Popcorn, located on the corner of Talbot and the Boardwalk, is a must for every Ocean City vacation. Today Fishers offers its original caramel popcorn, caramel with peanuts, white cheddar, butter and their newest creation, “Old Bay.” You can get a box for now and a decorative tin to take home to family and friends. When you get home, find them online at www.fisherspopcorn.com. Boardwalk popcorn makes a great gift!
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Thrasher’s French Fries The Original - Since 1929
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o trip to Ocean City is complete without Thrasher’s French Fries! For over 80 years, Thrasher’s has used only the highest quality potatoes and oils to produce that unique boardwalk taste; tradition rules and quality reigns supreme. There will be no deviation from the original procedure or original recipes. Only experience and attention to detail go into every cup of fries.
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Cloud Dancer There’s No Better Way To See The Beach!
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eel the thrill of a ride in this vintage biplane! With the wind in your hair and excitement in your heart, you and a companion can gain a whole new perspective of the beach. See the Wild Ponies of Assateague, the many boats coming in and out of the inlet and Ocean City’s beautiful sandy beaches. There are also three passenger rides available in their enclosed Cessna.
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Smith Island Cruises The fastest cruise ship on the bay!
A Smith Island Cruise is a fun and inexpensive way to explore Marylands’ last frontier, Smith Island. It’s also the home of the Maryland State Dessert, the famous Smith Island Layer Cake. So much to explore; museums, gift shops, restaurants and more! Bike and golf cart rentals available on the island. Leaves daily from Crisfield at 12:30 p.m. and leaves Ewell at 3:45 p.m. Tickets at the Capt. Tyler Motel (left after the Crisfield Fire Dept).
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Pilates on the Beach
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hile it is a known fact that many people like to fish and enjoy fishing as a hobby, deep sea fishing is a little different from tossing a line with a worm in a pond. It provides a whole new experience for most. Completely surrounded by water, no land in sight, and the possibility of reeling in the fish of a lifetime, sets an exciting scene. Deep sea fishing is an adventure. One trip can change a Saturday morning fisherman into an avid angler. Ocean City offers some of the best sport fishing on the Eastern seaboard, just 30 miles off the coast. White Marlin, Blue Marlin, Bluefin, Yellowfin, Tuna, Wahoo, Dolphin, and a wide variety of big sharks, including Mako, Tiger and Thresher, await the deep sea angler here on the shore. Sunset Marina in West Ocean City reports that “2010 offered some of the best White Marlin fishing yet.” The fishing season begins early in May and runs through early November, so there is no excuse that you’re too busy. It’s a great day with your friends, a memorable family outing or a well-deserved corporate incentive. It’s an opportunity to explore our natural resources with Captains and Mates dedicated to their sport and the conservation of sea life. Captain Larry Weekely of Canyon Blues Fishing Charters tells us his charters occasionally see schools of whales, porpoise or giant sea turtles.
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Larry’s conservation oriented staff go out of their way to share these exciting spectacles with you, offering not only a fishing adventure, but a conservation experience, which provides the perfect combination for a very memorable trip. You can even take this adventure one step further and book an overnight trip. There are 24-hour and 30-hour trips at our local marinas, aboard vessels that offer comfortable overnight accommodations. Some trips even include food, beverage, bait and tackle. You will also enjoy the benefit of a seasoned crew skilled at finding and assisting you in landing the big fish. Often, if the fish is intended for dinner, mates will clean the fish onboard, and store it in your cooler, while you relax. If you are truly out for the sport and not dinner, Captains prefer, and strongly encourage, the tag and release of all billfish and other species not intended to grace the table. Don’t have a group of six people to book a charter trip? You can still deep sea fish! Simply call the fishing center for a “makeup” charter. They will ask for the dates you are available, then sit back, relax and wait, while they find the rest of your fishing party. Now, your adventure also turns into a great way to meet new people! You will rendezvous with your new fishing buddies at the dock, the morning of the trip. Deep sea game fishing has reached unparalleled proportions in sport and scope because of the demand for large fish in the kitchen and in restaurants.
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Today, a variety of fish have become first-class aids to healthy living, and many people are giving up red meat for this low-fat, substitute. Fish is a good source of protein and Omega-3 fatty acids, a vital component of today’s diet to assist in keeping cardiovascular disease at bay. Research has shown that Omega-3 fatty acids decrease the risk of arrhythmias (abnormal heartbeats), which can lead to sudden cardiac death. Omega-3 fatty acids also decrease triglyceride levels, slow the growth rate of atherosclerotic plaque and slightly lower blood pressure. The American Heart Association recommends eating fish, particularly fatty fish like tuna, at least twice a week. What about the Mercury you hear about in deep sea fish? The American Heart Association again states, that “for middleaged and older men and postmenopausal women, the benefits of fish consumption far outweigh the potential risks, when the amount of fish that is eaten, are within the recommendations established by the, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).” According to Maryland.gov, only bluefish are indicated as a deep sea fish to be avoided by women Make this your year to deep sea fish! It’s an amazing experience, and one you will never forget. It can be a mental health day, and the bounty is good for your physical health, too. To book your charter, contact the Ocean City Fishing Center at 410-213-1121 or Sunset Marina at 410-213-9600. To reach Captain Larry at Canyon Blues Sportfishing Charters, call him direct at 443-871-1238. Moore Bills Captain, Rob Skillman, who supplied these great photos, can be reached at 410-251-4203. Inside Ocean City 2012
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Poor Girls Open— A Pink Ribbon Classic at the Beach
Captain Steve Harman’s, Poor Girls Open is held annually in mid-August at locals’ hotspot, Bahia Marina/Fish Tales Bar & Grill, located at 21st St. on the Bay. The “pink” ladies-only catch and release off-shore tournament, has taken place for over 18 years. Many boats and teams return annually, while new participants keep the event growing. Over 80 boats participated in last years event. Some compare this unique event to the ladies version of the White Marlin Open. The charity event promotes sportsmanship, angling skills and friendship. A portion of the proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer research programs. More than $400,000 has been donated to the Society since 1999. Entrants are allowed to fish one of three days, with weigh-ins each day. Points are given for billfish, dolphin and tuna. To register for this year’s tournament, or for more information, please visit www.bahiamarina.com, or call 410-289-7438.
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Annual Tuna Tournament
The Annual Tuna Tournament offers an up close look at the big fish. The “weigh-in,” held each evening during the event, brings scientist to town to study the big game. The fish are not only weighted, but measured and evaluated for overall health, offering providing valuable conservation information. It’s a great place to take the kids! This summer the event is held July 13 - 15 at the Ocean City Fishing Center, in West Ocean City. www.octunatournament.com.
The Bay Bee is 40' and is custom designed to accommodate the bay fisherman. Sailing 1/2 day trips throughout the summer season, the Bay Bee is designed to carry passengers on a four hour fishing excursion in the Sinepuxent and Assawoman Bays. It’s equipped with the finest, up to date fish finding and navigational equipment, and fishes for flounder, sea bass, tautog, trout and snapper blues. The Bay Bee offers special children's fares, clean restroom accommodations and fish cleaning service. Our friendly, helpful, experienced crew is U.S. Coast Guard Certified.
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Exhilarating O O Watersports
cean City offers so many ways to enjoy the water, from our pristine beaches to the thrill of the watersports, there are numerous ways to make your own waves. You can rent powerboats, Jet Ski’s, paddleboards, kayaks, wind surfers and of course surfboard rentals. You can deep sea fish, small boat fish, or just rent a boat to relax on the water. It’s simple…just call the marina! OC’s marina’s have everything you need from bait, to rods and tackle, to sunblock and cold beer. All charter boats are licensed and certified by the Coast Guard, and our Captains practice conservation. They will share not only helpful fishing advice, but will take time to share the moment, when a whale is sighted. Boats have different specialties, so check the docks and find out what’s biting and who’s catching, then cast off and have fun!
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OC Screamer One Wet & Wild Ride!
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ring the family for something completely different. Take a ride on the adrenalin pumping 10 passenger OC Screamer jet boat! Experience a 30 minute ride of heart pumping thrills including 180 degree flat spins, fish tails, power slides and dump 1000’s of gallons of water on your head! You’ll be talking about it, long after the ride is over. Owned and operated by Odyssea Watersports, all Captains are U.S. Coast Guard licensed Captains, trained to operate the boat.
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Odyssea Watersports Family Fun on the Water
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dyssea Watersports has been the #1 rated jetski rental in Ocean City, for more than 14 years! They offer a very reputable and highly trained staff at all of their locations. Family owned and operated, they know the challenges of traveling with children and can make your water adventure fun for all. They’ve made lots of friends over the years and often know repeat visitors by name. Visit Odyssea and become part of the family. They are here to make your vacation more relaxing, more enjoyable, and more affordable. The business offers both Jetski rentals and rides on the OC Screamer jetboat. Groups can also enjoy a shuttle service to and from your location.
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iles of beautiful estuaries, calm waters and an abundance of wildlife lie just west of Ocean City. Kayak tours are available almost any time of year, weather permitting, and are a wonderful way to explore the quieter side of the resort. Many outfitters staff Naturalists that are well versed on local flora and fauna and guided tours are not only fun but educational as well. Some tours take you to Assateague
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Island, a near-by barrier island, where you can view the world famous ponies in their island habitat. You can get an up close look at local aquatic life, netting for small fish. It’s a hands on experience, no touch tank can match! Tours are perfect of large and small groups and for all ages. Looking for a unique activity at sunset? Call ahead to see about twilight outings.
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Ayers Creek Adventures The adventure begins...
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8628 Grey Fox Lane, Berlin 888-602-6288 Ocean City’s own, World Champion Bodyboarder, Brian Stoher
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ue to the large crowds visiting Ocean City during the summer months and for obvious safety reasons, surfing is not permitted between 10:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. However, two blocks each day are designated as daily surfing beaches. No swimming or wading is permitted at the surfing beaches, and all surfers must wear leashes. The surfing beaches are identified with red lifeguard stands. In addition, signs and flags are used to highlight the area. These designated surfing beaches rotate two blocks south each day. The daily surfing beach schedule is available in the “Information� section at www.ococean.com/ ocbp. Surf Beach Facilitators are Beach Patrol members who maintain the surfing beach area, and wear yellow uniforms, so they are not confused with Surf Rescue Technicians (SRT or lifeguards). On certain days, when inclement weather affects Ocean City, the Captain of the Beach Patrol may decide to allow surfing in additional areas. This decision is made daily with the input of supervisors on the beach. If the weather is poor, and not expected to improve, and a low number of people are in the beach, the surfing ordinance may be modified. There are also many other factors which are taken into consideration when making this decision. On days of inclement weather, you can ask any SRT (lifeguard) on the beach if the surfing ordinance has been modified, or call Beach Patrol Headquarters at 410-289-7556.
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In the mood for a little shopping? rom boutiques to outlets, shopping is part of any vacation. When the beach gets a little too hot or the weather inclement, it’s time to shower off and explore the town. There are shops nestled all along coastal highway, including surf shops, specialty shops and beachwear superstores. The surf shops offer so much more than surf boards, many offer stylish beachwear and gear for everyone in the family. You’re sure to find apparel you will enjoy for years to come and as a pleasant reminder of your OC vacation. Visit the mall, it’s totally air-conditioned, and offers boutique shopping and eats for any meal of the day. The outlets in West Ocean City offer name brand apparel at great savings, making them an excellent choice for that “back-to-school,” shopping before you head home. Be sure to take in the shops of the boardwalk, they offer tasty treats you will want to take home to friends and family and maybe even that one-of-a-kind unique item that is truly Ocean City.
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hat began as a small surf shack in the summer of 1968, has since evolved into a sophisticated, upscale clothing retailer. Still privately owned, South Moon Under offers a unique mix of fashions, while remaining true to its laid back and free spirited mindset, instilled in the founding store over 40 years ago. Our mission is to inspire self-expression through the art of fashion, by providing an ever-evolving, carefully hand-picked collection of fashion, all presented in a fun, comfortable, high-service environment. We give our customers the opportunity to experience the excitement of successfully and confidently expressing their individual style. Whether online or in any of our 17 East Coast locations, customers can always find the latest men’s and women’s apparel, swimwear, shoes, accessories and more at South Moon Under. Get connected with us via Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Blogger, and Pinterest, to stay up to date on current promotions, events, giveaways, this season’s trends, and new arrivals!
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oothe and nurture your mind, body and spirit at one of Ocean City’s beautiful spas. You’ll find everything you could ask for, including pampering from head to toe and that much needed time for yourself. Whether your looking for an escape for an hour or an afternoon. We invite you to begin your journey to serenity.
You’re Worth It!
Located just one block from the beach, Creative Day Spa has a relaxing, Caribbean atmosphere. You are invited to experience an ultimate and memorable spa journey. As an award-winning salon, established in 1985, we realize that our success depends on the talents and expertise of our staff. We require rigorous ongoing training and continuing educational standards, that are among the highest in our industry. Using only a superior level of products, along with first class hospitality, our goal is to provide you with top of the line in consistent quality services. You will enjoy being pampered by our talented staff. They will escort you through our spa treatments and ensure you leave feeling nothing short of luminous. Sit back, indulge yourself, and enjoy our tempting array of services. “One must realize that to stay healthy, we must take time for ourselves.” www.creativedayspa.com
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all can be a magical time at the beach. The color on the drive into town can be just stunning. Ocean City no longer “rolls up the streets,� as it did years ago. Today it remains a bustling town year round, hosting several popular events in the fall. Ride into town for OC Bike Fest. Explore the tents at Sunfest, while you enjoy both local and national talent. Sample wines from the region and local wineries at Winefest. In September, Ocean City welcomes back the Cruisers, we could just go on. The beach has smaller crowds, and hotel deals are plentiful. If your here during the season, come back, we have so much more to share!
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cean City, one of the Mid-Atlantic’s most popular summer playgrounds, is also a championship golf resort. We offer courses designed by some of the best in the business. Take in 18 holes of beautiful morning golf along the waterways of the Atlantic. Tame a pristine championship course winding the inland bays, with breathtaking sunsets. If you’re traveling with the family, book an early round, and be back in time to enjoy the waterpark with the kids. Or, shake the sand off after lunch for a game before dinner.
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If you’re new to the game, many courses offer instruction, professional instructors, as well as family rates that won’t break your budget. Ocean City is a great place to introduce the sport to new golfers, and it’s even a great way to spend time with a teen! From driving ranges to executive courses, parkland layouts and extraordinary links tests, our area courses take pride in the conditions and amenities which live up to the standards demanded by the legendary architects who created them. If you love Pete Dye, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, Arthur Hills, Lester George, Brian Ault and Dr. Michael Hurdzdan, you’ll simply love the golf venues featured on the shore. If you’re already here, try us out. When you come back, consider one of the many golf packages available all year long!
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Ruark Golf Ocean City’s Premier Golf
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xperience Ocean City golf at its finest. Courses include: GlenRiddle Golf Club (Man O' War and War Admiral), The Links at Lighthouse Sound, Rum Pointe, and Nutters Crossing. A variety of Ocean City golf courses and golf packages are available to make sure your next Ocean City golf trip is the perfect golf vacation. Ruark Golf Properties provides the highest level of customer service with excellent course conditioning in spectacular settings. Our professionally trained staff will go beyond expectation to achieve the finest golf experience for you and your guests. We are dedicated to the traditions of golf and invite you to play our exquisite Eastern Shore golf courses that were created in harmony with the land.
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Why choose Ocean City Golf Groups for your next golf vacation?
One Call Does It All...Rooms & Tee Times
We own and operate all of our hotels and ensure clean and comfortable accommodations with no additional booking fees. You can choose from 3 Oceanfront Boardwalk Hotels with various room types to fit your budget. From rooms and suites to efficiencies and studios. Our hotels are centrally located near many restaurants, bars and various other attractions. Many courses are within 15 minutes of our hotels. Complimentary golf gifts to each group member. Inquire about free Happy Hours, Meals, etc...
Lowest priced golf packages at the beach... Guaranteed! www.ocgolfgroups.com
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Group leaders bringing 24 or more golfers receive a Complimentary Package. Ask about our group and group leader incentives for groups of any size, including complimentary rooms and cocktail parties. There are VIP discount cards for your entire group offering discounts at various Ocean City restaurants and shops. Customized packages for any group, including non-golfer prices, junior rates and more.
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Bear Trap
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ear Trap Dunes Golf Club offers one of the area’s most unique and memorable golf experiences on the Eastern Shore and is located in Ocean View, Delaware, just 3 miles west of Bethany Beach. Winding bentgrass fairways are lined with native wetland grasses that drift into stunning sand dunes on this natural golf course. Impeccably groomed oversized greens and four strategically placed sets of tees beckon golfers of every skill level. After just a few minutes at this facility, you will see why these 27 holes of scenic beauty are the locals’ favorite. A former associate of Jack Nicklaus, course architect Rick Jacobson has won acclaim for his course designs. In Rick’s own words, “Bear Trap Dunes is visually unique because of its ample use of sand dunes – adhering to the coastal area’s natural terrain. Because of strategically placed dunes, grassy hollows, bunkers and water hazards, players will have to ‘think’ their way through each hole.”
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Bay Club Experience Troon Golf Bear Trap Bayside Bay Club
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ayside Resort Golf Club is Delaware’s first Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, conveniently located just west of Fenwick Island, Delaware, off Rt. 54 and just 4 miles from the beach. With gorgeous views along the Assawoman Bay coastline and magnificent pine forests, Jack Nicklaus was inspired to create a course that would offer an incredibly unique golf experience. When asked about Bayside, Jack Nicklaus said, “Golfers at Bayside enjoy three distinctly different golf experiences, all in one golf course. Some holes are richly tree-lined, others wind through marshland and still others boast wide-open fairways. It is our hope that Bayside is truly a memorable golf experience, offering variety rarely found elsewhere.”
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31806 Lake View Dr. Selbyville, DE 302-436-3400
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olf at The Bay Club is as beautiful as it is challenging. Two spectacular 7,000 yard, par 72, 18-hole championship courses provide a dramatic golfing experience. The tees and greens are sited into the natural woodlands of the area. Adding to the dynamic character of your golfing experience are 426 acres of glistening lakes, natural and man-made wetland areas, strategically placed sand traps, and the incomparable “Devil’s Island” and “Paradise Island” greens that are sure to get your attention. The East Course features tour quality Zoysia grass fairways and the West Course features the area’s original island green, Devil’s Island. Unmatched service, unbeatable value, and an all around exceptional golf experience make The Bay Club a “must play” course when visiting Ocean City.
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River Run Golf Club A Gary Player Signature Course
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iver Run is an active golf club where guests, members and outings attendees have fun in a relaxed atmosphere on a Gary Player Signature Course. When Gary Player puts his name on a golf course, expect a golf course that reaches and surpasses a higher standard. The golf course is sometimes called a “tale of two nines,” with its open front nine and tighter back side that winds through the timber. The course is fair for the beginner, but is certainly no walk in the park for the scratch player. The greens are medium sized and not especially difficult, the fairways are generous from the tee and modestly bunkered. There are a few lakes to avoid and some marshy areas which are common when you’re only seven miles from the ocean.
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Ocean Resorts Golf Club A Great Golfing Experience
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cean Resorts Golf Club, located 6 miles west of Ocean City Maryland, offers a variety of golf holes that are both challenging and picturesque. The course is designed to accommodate all ages and abilities with yardages from 4,800 to a daunting 6,500 yards. Owned by Wor-Wic Community College the course also serves the community as a living laboratory for students in the green industry. Regardless of your handicap, Ocean Resorts Golf Club is a fair test of golf and will provide an unforgettable golf experience. Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you with all your golfing needs. In addition to resort play, limited annual memberships are also available. 10655 Cathell Rd. Berlin
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s new life energizes the shore, outdoor activities begin to take center stage. The ocean won’t begin to warm for a few more months, but there are plenty of reasons to break the cabin fever with a trip to Ocean City. There are benefit walks, Easter events, the World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition and Art Festival, A Kite Expo, Springfest, Ocean City Restaurant Week, Cruisin Ocean City, you get the picture. What are you waiting for?
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ver 100 eateries in Ocean City are ready to serve you a coastal dining experience. From Eastern Shore traditions to a variety of ethnic cuisines, you’re sure to find something delectable. Seafood is caught daily from local waters and fresh catch often includes mahi mahi, tuna, sea bass, sword and even shark! Some of the world’s finest shellfish are found right off our coast and local chefs are experts in its preparation. There are raw bars offering a wide selection of mollusk and most menus offer raw items on the half shell. Seafood can be prepared in so many ways; steamed, broiled, blackened, sautéed, the list goes on. Whichever you choose, don’t miss out on the local seafood! Maryland is famous for its Maryland Crab Soup and Maryland Style Crab Cakes. Don’t forget the soft shells when they are in season and the Maryland Crab Cake Sandwich. It’s a great treat after a day on the beach. Crab is available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snacks, so be sure to indulge while you’re here. Family style restaurants and buffets offer seafood and more, including our Delmarvalous fried chicken, ham, and prime-rib. Most are served with locally grown veggies from the many local farms that surround the resort and these dining spots are sure to offer something on the menu for everyone. If you’re looking for fine dining, a world premier resort would not be complete without world class dining. Award winning chefs present excellent menus to delight your palette, from signature dishes to that gourmet touch on tradition, Ocean City’s fine dining establishments are a great way to experience the taste of the beach. In addition to the many dining fares, Ocean city offers a variety of dining styles as well. You can experience some amazing sunsets on the bay, while enjoying your dinner. Many restaurants offer outdoor or deck dining, so be sure to have your meal close to, or within view of the water. Fine food and that fresh salt air combine to make the meal even more memorable.
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The boardwalk’s three mile promenade offers an assortment of treats, from world famous fries, saltwater taffy and popcorn to fine dining restaurants and sports bars. You can enjoy a snack or a meal and never leave the boards. Ocean City has over 125 years of hospitality, from what was once a sleepy fishing village to the world class resort this has become, there are mouth watering morsels at every turn. Experience Ocean City to its fullest!
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Lighthouse Sound
Menu Highlights Light “House” Salad: Mesculin Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, toasted Walnuts, Mandarin oranges with our honey poppyseed dressing
Make your next event, a breathtaking event.
Crab Bruschetta: A traditional tomato & basil bruschetta topped with lump crab and a sweet drizzle of balsamic reduction Filet Mignon: 8 oz of the finest beef tenderloin wrapped in Applewood smoked bacon and grilled to perfection, topped with a roasted Shallot Demi Lighthouse Crab Cakes: Jumbo Lump Crab Meat blended with our secret ingredients. Served with a Roasted Corn and Tomato Relish Broiled Scallops Casino: Day Boat scallops broiled with Casino butter, Applewood smoked bacon, and topped with a blend of Italian cheeses
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ighthouse Sound Restaurant invites you to join us for dinner overlooking the breathtaking Assawoman Bay and Ocean City skyline. Whether a family outing, corporate meeting, banquet or wedding, The Lighthouse Sound Restaurant will cater to your every need and have your guests raving for years to come. Serving Sunday brunch, lunch and dinner, our culinary staff will prepare the finest cuisine East of the Chesapeake.
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Salmon Oscar: Fresh Atlantic salmon broiled, topped with roasted asparagus, lump crabmeat, and Hollandaise
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32 Palm
Menu Highlights The Palm Chop Salad: Finely chopped romaine lettuce topped with jerk chicken, hearts of palm, crisp pancetta, avocado, tomato, and gorgonzola cheese.
Western Caribbean cuisine with an Eastern Shore flair. Located in the exclusive Hilton Suites Oceanfront.
Caribbean Shrimp & Risotto: Black bean and roasted red pepper risotto with mango glazed jerk shrimp. Bermuda Triangle: Cinnamon seared sea scallops finished with an ancho mango coulis; along with house broiled crab cake, with sweet chili remoulade; and finally, applewood smoked bacon wrapped around jumbo shrimp, grilled to perfection, with a jalapeno barbeque sauce.
Laytons
Seafood Wellington: Lobster, shrimp, jumbo lump crab, and scallops layered with a soft garlic herbed cheese, julienne leeks and carrots wrapped in puff pastry. Baked to a golden brown and served with cognac cream. Scottish Loch Duart Salmon: This is a fresh artisan grown salmon that is grown in pristine water, and the highest possible standards for taste, safety and sustainability. Grilled and topped with guava butter and served with mango black bean salsa.
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roviding an atmosphere, like no other in town, 32 Palm’s Western Caribbean based cuisine mixes with traditional Eastern Shore favorites. We offer a superior dining experience and a fine selection of tasty, unique, gourmet liquid desserts.
32nd Street & Oceanside, Ocean City
410-289-2525
Jerk Stroganoff Tenderloin: Tender beef tips sautĂŠed with mushrooms and leeks, finished with a jerk spice demi glaze, sherry and sour cream on pappardelle.
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Hooters
The Greatest Place on Earth!
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here’s the “greatest place on earth”? It’s Hooters at the beach! Ocean City has two exciting locations, 123rd street and 5th street on the boards. Both restaurants offer great sandwiches, awesome seafood, delicious cocktails, cold beer and those World Famous Hooters Wings. There is always something happening at Hooters, and we mean more than drink specials; there are special events every month. The 123rd Street is home to Ocean City’s Original Bikini Fashion Show, presented on their waterside deck. Relax in the sun, as the Hooters Girls model the latest bikini swimwear. You will want to visit their web site often to see what’s happening now and happening next, so you don’t miss a moment of the fun and great food served by the World Famous Hooters Girls.
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Menu Highlights Chicken Wings: Wing Sauces: Mild • Medium • Hot • 3 Mile Island • 911 • Lemon Pepper • BBQ New England Style Clam Chowder The “Big Twin Platter” A beautiful pair of Eastern Shore jumbo lump “Crab Cakes” served with crackers and dipping sauces. Snow Crab Legs (1lb) From the icy waters of Alaska. Dangerous to catch, fun to eat. Buffalo Shrimp - Fried butterflied shrimp shaken in your favorite wing sauce. Big Fish Sandwich A BFOC (Big Fish On Campus). Better than other fish in its school, try it grilled. Crab Cake Sandwich We took the lumps to bring you this Eastern Shore Delicacy Philly Cheese Steak (Beef or Chicken) - Onions, Green Peppers, Mushrooms, Provolone Cheese. We have a big steak in this one!
5th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City
410-289-2690
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Ruth’s Chris at the Glen Riddle Farm
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tep back in history when you dine at Ruth’s Chris at Glen Riddle. Your dining experience will take place in the main stable building of one of the most famous Thoroughbred racing stables in the country, The Glen Riddle Farm. Riddle Farm produced such famous racehorses as Man O’ War, War Admiral and Seabiscuit. The horses bred and raised at the Riddle Farm are credited with changing the history of American horse racing. What was previously a sport enjoyed and admired only by the privileged, became one that was supported and embraced by the masses. Man O’ War was born March 29, 1917 and totally dominated horse racing as no horse before or after has done. Previous track records were shattered at almost every race Man O’ War entered, including a walloping 100 length victory at the Lawrence Realization in 1920. Man O’ War was voted as Horse of the Twentieth Century by the Associated Press in 2000. The biggest horseracing event in history was the famous match race between Man O’ War son and grandson, War Admiral and Seabiscuit, held at Pimlico Racetrack in Maryland in 1938. Over 40 million people anxiously listened to that live radio broadcast, representing almost one half of every man, woman and child living in the US at that time. Ruth’s Chris, Ocean City and Glen Riddle Golf have renovated the once grand stable. The history of the farm, the building and the great Thoroughbred racehorses are displayed prominently throughout the building. There is a museum hall that tells the story of the horses that produced the great heritage of the Riddle Farm. You will find pictures of Man O’ War, racing programs, articles and pictures from the Seabiscuit, War Admiral race of 1938. There is also photography taken before the reconstruction that demonstrates the transformation that has taken place. Dine in history, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse at Glen Riddle, West Ocean City.
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Menu Highlights
Ruth’s Chris
Filet:The most tender cut of corn-fed Midwestern beef.
Exceptional Service. Sizzling Taste
Petite Filet: A smaller, but equally tender filet. Ribeye: An outstanding example of USDA Prime at its best. Well marbled for peak flavor, deliciously juicy. New York Strip: This USDA Prime cut has a full-bodied texture that is slightly firmer than a rib eye. Porterhouse for Two: This USDA Prime cut combines the rich flavor of a strip with the tenderness of a filet. T-Bone: A full-flavored, classic cut of Prime beef Entrees: Market Fresh Seafood Selection: Your server will describe the seafood our Chef has selected for today.
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uth’s Chris Steak House is located within the GlenRiddle Clubhouse and is open to the public. The clubhouse was built in the 1920s and was home to the legendary race horses Man O’ War and War Admiral. Much of the original woodwork was restored and is used in the decor of the restaurant. The stall doors are used as table tops in the bar and grill and you can also find some original woodwork throughout the clubhouse and restaurant. Reservations suggested.
11501 Maid at Arms Way, Berlin
410-213-9444 or 888-632-4747
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Lamb Chops: Three chops cut extra thick, served with fresh mint. They are naturally tender and flavorful. Serving Lunch too! *Menu items subject to change
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Breakfast Highlights
Bayside Skillet
Strawberry Blintz Omelette Our House Specialty! A confectioner’s delight of an omelette, stuffed with fresh strawberries, cream cheese, and brown sugar. All topped with fresh strawberries and dusted with powdered sugar. Our blintz omelette can also be made with your choice of fresh fruit, in season. Ask your server!
The Crépe and Omelette Place
Lump Crab & Cheese Omelette Jumbo lump crab meat and Wisconsin white cheddar dusted with old bay. South Street Omelette “Philly-style” Cheesesteak with fried onions and sauce on the side. Crepes Kathryn Three chilled crepes, three fresh fruits. Choose from three of the following...Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Bananas, Peaches and Hot Dutch Apples. Made with your choice of homemade Chantilly or low-fat cottage cheese.
We’re Not Just For Breakfast
Banana Royale Crepes With caramelized banana butter, creme chantilly and toasted almonds.
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Dinner Highlights Crab Cakes Eastern Shore Style All Jumbo Lump! Two 6 oz crab cakes delicately tossed with parsley, lemon, and traditional Eastern Shore seasonings. Served with mashed potatoes and coleslaw. Ahi Tuna Crunch Fresh, tender slices of lightly blackened Ahi tuna, draped over a stack of crisp crepes, with a ginger sesame and wasabi drizzle. Black and Bleu NY Strip 16 oz New York Strip blackened, topped with jumbo lump crab and bleu cheese. Served with homemade mashed potatoes and the vegetable of the day.
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verlooking the bay, the Bayside Skillet has been an Ocean City tradition since 1977. Whether your looking for a romantic night under the stars, or a menu that will entice the entire family, the Bayside Skillet has something for everyone. Jumbo lump crabcakes, filet mignon and a variety of chicken, pasta and fresh fish are just a start. Nightly specials such as blackened prime rib, Caribbean grilled shrimp, stuffed lobster tail and fabulous fresh fruit sauces are sure to be as pleasing to the eye as the palate. Enjoy a glass of wine, cocktails or your favorite fresh fruit frozen drink with your dinner, or at the bar overlooking the bay. Kids menu and carry out also available. Happy Hour 3-6 p.m., Monday - Friday. For over three decades the Bayside Skillet has been a landmark as Ocean City’s premier breakfast attraction. Famous for serving the freshest fruits available both locally and from around the globe along with overstuffed omelettes, gourmet crepes, and ice cold freshly squeezed citrus, the Bayside Skillet is sure to become the highlight of your family’s vacation! For your dining pleasure, The Bayside Skillet is open year-round.
77th Street Bayside, Ocean City
410-524-7950
Avocado and Crab Salad Jumbo lump crab marinated a in fresh citrus juice, cilantro, and onion. Served on a bed of avocados and complimented with our homemade Ginger-Lemon Vinegarette. Coconut Shrimp U-15 jumbo shrimp hand dipped in beer batter, then rolled in coconut and fried crisp. Served with our homemade Pina Colada dipping sauce. Happy Hour: 3-6, Mon-Fri
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Fish Tales
Menu Highlights
A little slice of paradise, right in Ocean City.
The Big Tale It doesn’t get more Italian than this...Genoa salami, Cappicola ham, Prosciutto ham and Provolone cheese topped with lettuce, tomato, hot & sweet peppers, onions, oil & vinegar and roasted peppers, all stuffed into a warm crusty loaf of Italian Ciabatta Bread. Double Header A “Fish Tales” classic cheese steak chopped and served on a sub roll with your choice of toppings. Lettuce, tomato, mayo, hot & sweet peppers, mushrooms, and raw or fried onions...sure to cure what ails ya!
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verlooking the Bay on 21st street, located in Bahia Marina, Fish Tales used to be just a locals hideout. Throughout the years the “word” has spread about this treasure on the bay! Still keeping its quaint, relaxed feel, Fish Tales has grown immensely since its doors opened in 1983. Whether you come by boat, car or bike, we have parking for all means of transportation. Enjoy the nostalgia of our original dock bar by watching our expert fish cutters clean the charter fleets daily catch. If you choose to sit on the beach, you can enjoy an umbrella shaded table by day and tiki torch lit by night. To satisfy your taste buds, we offer a wide selection of lite fare, full entrees and kid’s meals, in addition to our eclectic daily specials. Got kids? Perfect! We harbor Ocean City’s original pirate ship playground, complete with a face painter. Our playground features plenty of seating for parents to relax while watching the little ones sail the seas or enjoy our outdoor central cartoon television. For the bigger kids we offer an air conditioned arcade, with all your favorite boardwalk games.
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Tale Wrap “Maryland Style Shrimp Salad” tender gulf shrimp blended in our homemade dressing, tucked away in an “Eastern Shore” Old Bay wrap. Conch Fritters A favorite in the “Keys” served with your choice of tartar, raspberry pepper, or cocktail sauce.
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Ristorante Antipasti
Menu Highlights Filetto ai Pepi Center cut filet grilled with garlic and fine Italian Herbs
Where Only The Freshest Foods Are Prepared
Agnello Rosmarino Lamb in a rosemary demiglace Nodini di Vitello ai Pepi Veal chop with peppercorns, rosmarino and demiglace Timballo Abruzzese Thin layers of pasta with ground veal, Buffalo Mozzarella and nutmeg Risotto Erotico al Pesce Lump crabmeat with saffron over Arborio rice Dove Sole A gourmet white fish, fillet tableside.
The Food Network offers the best summary of this exquisite dining experience.—Jill Cordes & Marc Silverstein “Tanned and fit, with a hearty Italian accent, owner Fausto DiCarlo makes it a point to greet every guest - especially women. In true Europe-
an style, he bestows them with a friendly kiss, the men receive a firm handshake. He's become famous for it. Women remind him if he forgets. Given the large crowds at his restaurant, this guy could make Richard Dawson blush. Talented enought to have once been a cooking sensation in the Philadelphia area, DiCarlo relocated to this vacation playground in 1993. He figured he could work hard in the summer and enjoy golf in the off-season. He might have a six handicap, but he's busy year 'round. Ristorante Antipasti is a first-class Italian restaurant, but the fact that it's in a resort town best known for all-you-can-eat buffets, makes it a true standout. Fausto's signature dish, Timballo Di Mamma, is made of thin layers of homemade pasta filled with ground veal, tomatoes and a bechamel sauce. DiCarlo used to call it a "Sunday Dish,"and offer it as an occasional special because it required so much work. However, it became so popular, he had to add it to the menu. Another mouth watering speciality is the Garlic Steak, a center-cut filet covered in Italian herbs and then grilled black. You won't find this anywhere else. Golf will have to wait. There are guests to be greeted and many kisses to be bestowed.”
3101 Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City
410-289-4588
Branzini A mild Italian whitefish, fresh from the Mediterranean Sea Pollo Cacciatore Fausto’s Specialty Zuppa di Pesce Posillipo Langoustine, mussels, calamari in olive oil, garlic, fresh tomato and hot pepper over linguini
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Laytons Family Restaurant
Menu Highlights
Dip’n Donuts Nor-Easter: 3 eggs scrambled with bacon, sausage, potatoes, onions, green peppers & cheddar cheese, served with toast. Eastern Shore Crabber: Crab cake omelette served with your choice of cheese. Omelette Supreme: Green peppers, onions, tomatoes, cheese, ham & mushrooms. Pancakes, Breakfast Sandwiches, French Toast and so much more! For Lunch: Wraps, salads, and hot sandwiches. Of course breakfast would not be complete with out our fresh homemade doughnuts!
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ruly a family place, so popular, the line starts early! Breakfast is served all day and evening at Layton’s. With a menu that includes almost everything; including pancakes, French toast, breakfast sandwiches, eggs Benedict, Belgian waffles, steak and eggs,--- to burgers, cheese steaks, wraps, sandwiches and salads. They also bake fresh doughnuts on the premises daily. “Doughnology” – Larry Layton Did you know that if a doughnut is prepared with a 100% vegetable oil, that has all the less desirable oils, such as cottonseed, palm or coconut oils removed, it only contains 8g of fat and 180 calories? Did you know that a breakfast of two healthy doughnuts with a glass of milk has fewer calories than a fast-food breakfast sandwich? Maybe it’s time to “rethink” the doughnut.
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Fresco’s
Menu Highlights Lobster Fradiavlo:
Tender cold water Lobster Tail in a Spicy Marinara Sauce served over Pappardelle.
Dinner with breath taking sunsets.
Linguine Crab & Shrimp Ettore: Jumbo Shrimp & Jumbo Lump Crab sauteed with pancetta, garlic, asparagus & finished with a creamy tomato sauce with a touch of brandy. Rossini Filet: An 8 oz. “Black Angus” filet topped with Gorgonzola Cheese finished with Carmelized Onion & Mushrooms. Veal Fresco: Tender medallions
of Veal sautéed with Mushrooms, Sun dried Tomatoes, and Pine Nuts in a White Wine Demi-glace.
Veal and Lobster:
Tender scaloppini of Veal and cold water Lobster Tail sautéed with Shallots and Mushrooms deglazed with Champagne and finished with Butter and Cream.
Rockfish Chesapeake: Pan seared Pacific Rockfish encrusted with Spring Onions and seasoned Herb topping set into a Lump Crab and Rosemary Cream Sauce. Children’s Menu Available
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ocated on the Bay, where dining is an experience. One of Ocean City’s few premier restaurants. Fresco’s serves the finest Italian and American seafood, steaks and pasta, in an intimate atmosphere, coupled with exceptional service. Casual attire expected. Reservations recommended.
83rd St. On the Bay, Ocean City
410-524-8202
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n the early part of the 20th century, entrepreneurs came to Ocean City to build their fortune. One came from the Western shore, others from across the Atlantic, and each arrived with dreams of making their mark on the tiny fishing village. Sam Taustin was the youngest of the large Taustin family who immigrated to America from Austria. As a young man with an eye for new business opportunities, he came to Ocean City to check out the prospects. Soon after, he encouraged his brother Irving Taustin and brother in-law, Curt Dose to join in his new business ventures on the boardwalk. Together the inspired gentlemen opened several businesses on 9th Street —the first Candy Kitchen, a pancake house, the Blue Dahlia- an upscale cocktail lounge/casino, and a chicken and ribs restaurant. Eventually, the menu changed from just chicken, ribs and waffles to include steaks and seafood ….and so The Embers was born! By the early 1960’s, The Embers needed room to grow, and so moved all of its charm, good food and success from 9th street to its current location at 24th Street on the bay. Their seating capacity would more than double with the remodeling of the existing business at that location, and there, The Embers became the premier restaurant for fine dining and great entertainment at the beach. In the early 1970’s, other family members began to take an interest in the businesses. Sam’s nephew, Richard Leiner joined as a partner and financial advisor, and as a young boy, Jay Taustin did every job in the businesses, learning at the side of his Uncle Sam. Jay clearly shared Sam’s love of the hospitality industry and the desire to offer Ocean City visitors a great dining experience. Together Sam and Jay would take the business into the next phase. Ocean City began to grow and the atmosphere began to change. The town became more relaxed and shorts and a tee shirt became the normal dress code, even for dinner. The Taustin family responded to the change and the Embers transformed into the restaurant we know today-- a relaxed, casual dress, family -friendly atmosphere. Truth is, the buffet began as a special Friday night event, but the demand for more once again inspired the family to step up and answer the call of the visitors. Soon a nightly seafood buffet was the focus of the business, and today, 25 years later and seating 900, the Embers Restaurant offers a wealth of dining variety for the whole family with their famous All You Can Eat Seafood Buffet. As we move into yet the third generation, Cole Taustin carries on the tradition of hospitality and innovation that has made the Taustin family such a success in Ocean City. When we asked what the future holds for the Taustins and The Embers, the answer was “well, there is something…”-- which makes us think they have already moved into their next great endeavor. Their new “something” is BLU---a crab house and raw bar adjacent to the Embers--outdoor dining with a decidedly unique atmosphere serving all the best of Delmarva fare including steamed blue crabs, shrimp, and crab cakes. There is much more to this family story we have not shared here. One family member operates the Bonfire Restaurant, and another enjoys the sweet success of Candy Kitchens. But those are other stories for another time. For now, we suggest you visit The Embers and BLU and experience the Taustin family hospitality for yourself. After dinner, take the kids to the Embers Island miniature golf right next door!
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Barista - $1 Bartender - $1 for a beer, $2 for mixed drinks Bellboy - $1-$2 Cabbie - 15% of the total fare Coat Check Attendant - $1 Caddy- 50% of the caddy fee Dock Boy - $5 Doorman (The hotel lobby.) - $1 per bag Golf Cart Attendant - $2 Jet Ski & Parasail Attendant - $5-$10 depending on the size of your party Maid Service - $1-$10 per day depending on the mess you made Pet Sitter - 15% Pizza Delivery Person - 5% Restroom Attendant - $1 Spa Services - 15% to 20% of the of the bill. Tow Truck Driver - $5 You expect excellent customer service, do your part in tipping!
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The National Restaurant Association explains this issue, by citing the federal minimum wage law, which allows employers to pay employees, who receive tips, a lesser wage. Employees, who are tipped, count on gratuities to make up for this huge difference. You may feel that paying your waiter’s salary should not be your responsibility, but the truth is, and it’s no secret, that if you are eating out, you will be expected to tip appropriately. If you are hesitant to tip because you received poor service, do not skip out on gratuity; instead ask to speak to the manager. Most will be very appreciative of less than quality service, and sometimes all the wait staff needs is a little direction to improve their level of service. Other than wait staff at a restaurant, there are others who appreciate tips for quality service. In some instances you will find a “tip jar” in a central location, proper standards are very much appreciated here too. See our tip guide for those standards.
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hh…the smell of Old Bay and the sound of crab claws cracking, is music to our ears, each summer. No beach vacation would be complete without enjoying a feast of our famous Maryland Blue Crabs. Although you can find crab on almost every menu in town, the experience of picking them yourself is rite of passage into true Eastern Shore culture. Your table will most likely be covered with butcher paper and your table centerpiece is typically an empty bucket and paper towels. We’re not talking fancy here; we’re talking serious crab eating! Your view may be amazing, but you’re here to eat crabs, and it’s going to get messy! Bring on the bib, grab your mallet, and let’s get cracking! To get started, pull the pincher claws off the body and save them for later. They come off best with a twisting motion. Sometimes the backfin meat will come out when you twist, so bite that off first… yum! Twist off the remaining legs, sometimes they too will offer a bit of the meat from the body, particularly if your crabs are hot. You can enjoy that part too, but the smaller legs themselves only have a trace of meat in them, so it’s not always worth the time to pick. Throw away the legs and move on… To remove the apron, turn the crab over on its back. Now you’re looking at the underside of the crab. Quick note, everyone asks how to tell a male from a female crab. Here’s the scoop. The male crab has an apron that looks very much like the Washington Monument, and the female’s apron looks more like the Great Pyramid of Giza. Whichever view you’re looking at, you need to remove this part to open the crab. Insert the tip of your crab knife into the top of the apron and pull it up and back. This detaches the top shell from the base of the crab. Next, turn the crab over, so it’s now right side up. You’ll see the gills and “mustard.” Using your crab knife, clean these “guts” away. Take the remaining crab in your hands. Snap it in two, and all that luscious crab meat will be revealed. You will now want to cut the two sections of the crab length-wise. This opens up the cavities for retrieving the most meat possible. The meat is contained in small cavities, but be careful not to eat the dividing shell. Don’t forget the claws that you first set aside. Some crab eaters believe, the meat in these are the most delicious. There are two main sections in the claw, (ignore the elbow). To open the sections, place the blade of your knife in the middle of one section and tap it with your crab mallet. You can also use the crab cracker place in the same place. Just be gentle or you will crush your claw and have to pick the shell from the meat before you can eat it. Now gently snap. At this juncture, there is an art to get the clean break which exposes the claw meat in the presentation you find on an hors d'oeuvres tray. However, in reality, no one is looking over your shoulder, just get to the meat. All the meat here is good to eat, but beware. There is a shell in the center of the section with the actual pincher. You can often pull the shell out by breaking the pinchers apart and gently pulling; only the meat will be left in the shell. The art of picking crabs may take some time to master, but it’s worth the time, every time! So Enjoy! 102 Inside Ocean City 2012 www.insideocmd.com
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or a dining experience that’s out of the this world, discover Galaxy 66 Bar & Grille and the newly renovated and expanded rooftop Skye Raw Bar located on 66th Street in the heart of Ocean City. Galaxy 66 and the Skye Bar are owned and operated by proprietors Roger Cebula and Tammy Patrick-Cebula, both veterans in the area’s thriving hospitality industry. The Cebulas’ goal was to create a funky and fun atmosphere with great food and creative cocktails — a place to relax after a day at the beach, celebrate an important occasion or a late night spot to see and be seen. The menu at Galaxy 66 features the freshest local ingredients. From casual fare like the award-winning cheesesteak to Maryland crab cakes with a Galaxy twist, there is a dish to delight every palate. Enjoy appetizers like our seared scallops with pickled jalapeños, foie gras, tenderloin tips and our chef’s daily special tuna creation. For a lunch or a light dinner, check out our famous tomato soup, fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps and flat bread pizzas. For dinner, dine on fresh pasta creations, crab cakes, rockfish and filet mignon. And don’t forget to add a wow! Top any dish off with foie gras, shrimp, a crab cake or duck breast. How about wine? Choose from an extensive list – each bottle meticulously selected by the proprietors. The wine list has received Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence three years’ running. Cocktails include some far out creations like the Nebula martini (Absolut Wild Tea) or the Rocketship (Three Olives Watermelon and sugar free Red Bull). 108 Inside Ocean City 2012 www.insideocmd.com
Save room for dessert! Choose from a list of dessert martinis and coffee drinks and pair them with our delectable house made desserts. Haven’t tried the Chocolate Box? This is a dessert for serious chocolate lovers – a chocolate shell filled with chocolate mousse, caramel and toffee. Bring friends because this is a dessert to share. The newly expanded Skye Bar, opening this year, is truly a gem on the Ocean City skyline. It is a must during your stay to check out the newest scene at the beach. Enjoy breathtaking views of the city, the bay and the ocean while sipping a Saturn Squeeze or Big Bang made with grapefruit and oranges squeezed right before your eyes. The Skye Bar is open for lunch, happy hour, dinner and late night. Come in off the beach for happy hour drink specials and enjoy amazing acoustic acts or join us for a casual dinner or late evening drinks and appetizers. The raw bar is rocking with the freshest seafood in OC. Get your seafood fix on with oysters, clams, shrimp, lobster and king crab legs. The new and exclusive Skye Bar menu also features salads, sandwiches, seafood and steak entrees – and, of course, you can add a wow! Add rare tuna, grilled chicken, a crab cake or shrimp to anything your heart desires. The new Skye Bar doesn’t stop there. After dark, the vibe goes club. Dance under the stars to DJs and live music. Need a snack to keep the party going? No problem! The Skye Bar features a late night light fare menu. From the top down, 66th Street is the place to be during your stay in Ocean City. Galaxy 66 Bar & Grille and the new Skye Bar have your lunch, happy hour, dinner and late night covered. Lunch is served 11:30am to 4pm, happy hour is 3pm to 6pm, dinner from 5pm to 11pm and light fare served late. There is something happening every day from drink specials and live music. For daily happenings and to view our menu, visit our website: www.galaxy66barandgrille. com or call 410-723-6762 for reservations and information. Roger, Tammy and the staff hope to see you on 66th Street this summer.
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hen the sun goes down, the nightlife heats up in Ocean City, we offer world famous bars and entertainment for just about everyone. Dance the night away with a band or one of our nationally famous DJ’s. You can “bar-hop” at Seacrets and never leave the property. The bar offers 18 bars, all in one place. You can also enjoy the different musical venues, all in one visit. The Paddock too, offers multiple bands, just step into another room for a whole new party. Looking for a bit more quite atmosphere? Take in a bar with a jazz band, or a solo artist, or simply relax on the bay with your favorite libation. What about that game you wanted to see? Ocean City offers numerous sports bars. Of course we have a Raven’s roost, a Steelers bar and you can catch almost any sporting event on many a big screen. Many of our nightlife haunts offer their own signature drinks and Mixologist that have a reputation all of their own. Be sure to experience the flavor that is Ocean City, but please remember to drink responsibly. 109
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Menu Highlights Mini Crab Cakes Fresh jumbo lump crab cake trio with a delectable dipping sauce Jive Burger Homemade using the finest Angus beef, served with fresh cut fries Crab Louie Jumbo lump crab meat on a bed of lettuce, topped with a delectable Louie sauce Crab Pizza The classic white pizza with fresh jumbo lump crab meat Pollo Grilled chicken breast, caramelized onions, mozzarella & homemade tomato sauce Extensive wine list & speciality drinks.
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Matt Bayline—Co Owner—Duffy’s Tavern, et us introduce you to some of our pub owners. They are a group of dedicated entre129thSt. Coastal Hwy, Montego Bay Shopping Center, preneurs that have learned behind the bar and in the kitchens of other local business owners Ocean City. as youth, many whose career paths began on college break, at summer jobs in the resort. Today they have their own thriving establishments. Long hours and hard work have reIn 2003, Matt Bayline decided the next logical step warded them with success. They say their achievements have come from never losing sight in his life was to become a pub owner. Having only a of quality food and beverage and superior customer service. These pub owners remain on little college education under his belt, Matt realized he the cutting edge of the pub experience and often have a new idea, right around the corner. had years of hands-on education from businesses like We recommend frequent visits so you don’t miss out! BJ’s on the Water, Fager’s Island and Buxy’s Salty Dog This group of dedicated family men, offer an atmosphere for the entire family during the 410-250-1449 day and then metamorphous into late night hot-spots. You will often find live music, lots of Saloon. His life experiences prepared him well to take the reins as co-owner of Duffy’s Tavern, with long time friend and co-worker, J.R. Emanuele, Now eight years later, their T.V.’s for sports fans and a warm welcoming atmosphere you just won’t want to leave. success shines even brighter. You can feel it when you walk in the door. “Duffy’s is our To our OC home-grown pub owners, we salute you! greatest achievement,” says Matt. “I’m so proud of everything we have accomplished here. We have a warm and friendly staff that never disappoints, as well as signature dishes Chris Wall —Co-Owner—Harborside Bar & Grill, In the Harbor, West Ocean City. and beverages, and it’s always fun just being here. We have a great future ahead, full of old friends and After working in the Phillips organization for most of his the many new ones to come!” young life, (he was 12 when his career began), Chris realized he had gained a “paid” education. In 1992, on his Slater White—Owner—Whiskers Tavern, way back to college one day, he and close friend Lloyd 118th St. Coastal Hwy. Whitehead, were presented an opportunity they just couldn’t Ocean City pass up and opened Harborside Bar & Grill. Chris feels their biggest accomplishment was taking a local Slater White wasn’t looking to go out on his own, but watering hole and turning it into a great casual restaurant 410-524-2609 he was one of those people in the right place at the right with an amazing bar. time, when a once in a lifetime opportunity popped up. He loved the place, was passionToday, the home of the “Original Fresh Squeeze Orange 410-213-1846 ate about the business. and seized the brass ring. “Several of my friends had done it, so I Crush,” had a brand new dock addition and Chris feels their future is brighter than ever. “There will always be kinks to work out, but perseverance resolves all things in time. West said why not?” Buxy (Buxy’s Salty Dog Saloon), Bill Carder (Bj’s) , Gary Beach (Marlin Moon Grille), and Matt Bayline (Duffy’s Tavern) helped me realize my potential. “Having Ocean City has become a hot spot for the locals and tourist alike. Lloyd and I are proud to my own pub is a great accomplishment, and I can honestly say, I made Mom and Dad be a part of those who pioneered to put West OC on the map.” proud.” After six years at, Whiskers Pub, Slater is happy where he is in his career and with his business, but he Doug Buxbalm—Owner—Buxy’s Salty Dog Saloon, knows the value of a seized opportunity and maybe if the 27th St. Coastal Hwy, Ocean City. stars align…he just might do it all again! “Buxy,” as the locals know him, learned his craft behind Jeff Edwards—Owner—JC’s North Side Pub the bar and in the kitchens of Shenanigans, The Purple Moose 127th St. Coastal Hwy, OC Saloon, Bull on the Beach and M.R. Ducks. Having spent a great deal of time watching and learning Buxy was inspired by the When Jeff Edwards was just 21, he came to Ocean City, success of those businesses and wanted the same for himself. In as many college boys, exploring opportunity. His sum410-250-2337 1998, he opened the very successful, Buxy’s Salty Dog Saloon. mertime job at Nick’s House of Ribs was just the beginning. Buxy tells Inside Ocean City that his greatest achievements are Jeff soon discovered he had a fondness for the resort, as well as the restaurant and bar his family, the continued success of the Salty Dog Saloon, now business. Jeff went out on his own, just as natural progression of events. His list of acthirteen years, and the reward of instilling that same inspiration complishments not only includes the pub, but his family as well. And not just his wife and into his own staff to go out on their own and be successful. Buxy children, but the staff he warmly refers to as “family.” Jeff sees a very bright future for all says he’s “in it for the long haul,” and tells us he would entertain of them, as they share in the growth of the business and perhaps one day an opportunity to 410-289-0973 the idea of local expansion. expand with other local locations. Continued on page 114
OC Pub Masters, Continued from page 113 Horsey—Co-Owner—28th St. Pit & Pub 28th St. Coastal Hwy, Ocean City As the new kids on the block, “Horsey” and longtime friend “Chief” will soon celebrate their second year as co-owners of the 28th St. Pit & Pub. At 18, Horsey studied in the kitchen and behind the bar at Harborside Bar & Grill. His greatest inspiration to go out on his own, was from his close friends that made sacrifices in their own lives, to strike out on their own and build businesses they would love being a part of. Although he loves his business, Horsey feels his greatest accomplishment to date is his son, Mason. Horsey tells Inside Ocean City, “Mason teaches me each day about myself and the world around us, and he’s a constant reminder to include lots of laughter in our lives!” As Horsey looks to the future, he sees a pub that offers a family-friendly, funloving environment, that people look forward to visiting. “I look enjoy seeing all of our hard work revealed in a Pit & Pub that many can be comfortable calling home base.”
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Chief—Co-Owner— 28th St. Pit N Pub 28th St. Coastal Hwy, Ocean City Being the new kid doesn’t intimidate Chief. He and co-owner Horsey, have so many years of experience between them, and they quickly gained a following. After 18 years behind the bar and in the kitchen at Crab Alley, the time was right to take a leap, and the 28th St. Pit & Pub became a reality. Like so many of these pub owners, their business is a passion, but their families come first. Chief is no different. He tells Inside Ocean City that becoming a father is his greatest accomplishment. “Coming home to my children each day makes my life worthwhile. There is just no other feeling like it,” says Chief. “Although I’m not really looking to the future at this time, I hope that all of our dedication and hard work will keep us here for another 30 years.”
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Harborside Bar & Grill The home of the Original Orange Crush. A refreshing citrus libation that is often imitated, yet never duplicated. Phil has been serving up this addictive concoction for over 8 years, at this rustic waterfront bar, located in the commercial harbor in West Ocean City. Their extensive menu offers a wide variety of appetizers, fresh seafood, steak & pasta entrées, as well as juicy burgers and sandwiches. On may nights, you can find live entertainment to while the night away. It’s just the place to be! Visit Harborside and have Phil mix you a fresh squeezed Original Orange Crush...“because it’s good to have fun!” 12841 Harbor Rd West Ocean City www.weocharborside.com
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Corrine & Slater Whiskers Pub Serving locally famous burgers for 24 years! Corrine has been serving these mouthwatering sandwiches for more than 4 years, along side her famous drink, the Corruckus. Whiskers offers a full menu all day, with signature burgers — lunch & dinner specials daily. In this “traditional pub style” atmosphere, you can sit back and relax with a Corruckus, while Slater cooks your burger to perfection.
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Rodney Jive Rodney has been serving his famous “Strawberry Basil Martini” for three season, at this eclectic night spot. It’s a delightfully refreshing drink made with fresh strawberries, fresh basil, a strawberry liquor, fresh lemon & lime and a flavorful lavender infused syrup. The fruity martini is perfect paired with one of their fresh flatbread pizzas. Rodney would suggest the Margarita. “It’s an excellent compliment to the drink,” says Rodney. Jive offers an “escape from the ordinary” at their bayfront bar. There is live music, during season, and simply breath taking sunsets to whisk you away from the day. 83rd St. Bayfront Ocean City
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Miles & Miles of Irish Smiles...at Duffy’s Tavern "Laughter, and lots of it," gleams Bonnie Stockton, popular Mixologist and hostess of Duffy’s legendary happy hour, "It’s what makes our world go 'round!" Duffy’s is proud to host one of Ocean City's friendliest, economical and entertaining happy hours. Bartenders, patrons and friends gather each day for their daily dose of natures best medicine...laughter! Along with the shenanigans of the daily crowd, Duffy’s provides cold beer and cocktails, American and original Irish fare, and good ol' Irish fun. For a rollicking good time, it's Duffy’s Tavern. Sliante'
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Buxy Buxy’s Salty Dog Saloon Buxy is not just a bar tender or bar owner, Buxy is legend in OC. Owner of Ocean City’s true “Steelers” bar, Buxy and the SaltyDog, have been serving up great food, libation and year round fun for over 12 years.
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“Over the water, in a relaxing open air gazebo, watching the boats come in, sipping a frosty beverage, who could ask for more,” says Susan. She will serve your favorite frozen cocktail and something fresh from the Grille. If you want to let loose, a little, try a famous Chug-a-Duck, a shot and a beer in a duck decoy. Don’t miss the Duck parties, Friday thru Sunday, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. with the crew serving up a good time with live entertainment on the deck. Susan and her friends will take good care of you, while you kick back and relax at M.R. Ducks, an Ocean City tradition for 30 years.
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Overlooking the Beach and Boardwalk, the bar at Brass Ball’s Saloon is Lynn’s natural habitat. Friends, old and new, will find him serving up O.C.’s Original Frozen Rum Runner, Real Ice Cream Drinks and Fresh Fruit Crushes. He’ll also be happy to make your favorites, or, if you’re feeling adventurous, try his fruit infused “Donkey Punch” or a “Got Balls?” shot. Friday and Saturday nights find him upstairs at Bad Ass Cafe’s crazy Karaoke Party. Here you can mingle with the crowd or view the stage from overhead swinging chairs. Lynn loves Ocean City, the Brass Balls Saloon, and Bad Ass Cafe and he’ll help you to feel the same. 11th & 12 St. Boardwalk 410-289-0069
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erlin’s own craft brew, built in sustainable practices, using local materials and craftsmen. Join us in our taproom for a couple of pints or growlers. Our goal is to produce distinctive beers whose quality is unsurpassed using both new and traditional brewing methods. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Sunday 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.
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Bahia Marina Embers Blu M.R. Ducks Bar & Grille Reflections The Sterling Hemmingway’s Harrison’s Harborwatch Paul Revere Caribbean Pool Bar & Grill 32 Palm Hooters On the Bay Seafood Ruth’s Chris Galaxy 66 Bar & Grille Bayside Skillet Fish Tales Ristorante Antipasti Layton’s Fresco’s Brass Balls Saloon Princess Royale Seabay Cafe Phillips Happy Jack Pancake House 28th St. Pit & Pub Conners Beach Cafe Rice House Bistro
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Jolly Roger Amusement Parks Frontier Town Delmarva Shorebirds Next Wave Studios Thrashers Salisbury Zoo Cloud Dancer Smith Island Cruises Pilates on the Beach Embers Island Golf Ripley’s Believe It Or Not
Sport Fishing 3 Bahia Marina 47 Baybee
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Talbot Street Watersports OC Screamer Odyssea Watersports Paradise Watersports Harbor Day Super Fun Eco Tours Ayers Creek Adventures
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Harborside Bar & Grille Whiskers Pub Jive Duffy’s Tavern Buxy’s Salty Dog Saloon M.R. Ducks Bar & Grill Brass Balls Saloon 121 28th St. Pit & Pub Burley Oak Brewery
133 Worcester County Tourism
Beach Weddings 126 DJ Tuff 127 Next Wave Studios
Medical Care
15 Peninsula Regional Medical Center
Senior Services
14 Brandywine Senior Living
Pet Services
22 Ocean City Animal Hospital 23 South Paw Pet Resort Delmarva Unleashed Paws & Claws Etc...
Irie Radio Ocean City Chamber Sysco Comcast Spotlight
Inside Ocean City 2012
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Over 100 Rides & Amusements For The Whole Family 410-289-8617 One of the Largest & Cleanest Amusement Parks in Maryland. Featuring One of The Oldest Operating Carousels With All Hand-Carved Animals. Home Of The Famous Boomerang Coaster,
Inlet Village
“The Tidal Wave”
PLAYLAND Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice
2011 Winner
(Family Top Attraction)
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Inside Ocean City 2012
www.insideocmd.com
Located on the Corner of Worcester St. & The Boardwalk, featuring over 250 games, including electronic, skill, video, pinball, and even photo machines. Priced from 25¢. We have games to thrill all ages.
410-289-7271
On the Boardwalk near the Inlet. Stroll through our quaint shopping village reminiscent of an old fishing village. Our collection of stores and restaurants will please the whole family!
410-289-8617