Sometimes the most unassuming treasures hide in plain sight along Maryland’s waterways, waiting for those willing to venture beyond the beaten path for a taste of authentic local flavor.
Captain Billy’s Crab House in Newburg stands proudly on the banks of the Potomac River, where golden-brown hush puppies emerge from the kitchen with such perfect crispy-to-fluffy ratios that they’ve become the stuff of regional legend.
Sure, the blue crabs might get top billing (this is Maryland, after all), but those humble cornmeal delights deserve their own spotlight—crisp exterior giving way to a steamy, tender center that will haunt your dreams long after you’ve returned home.
The journey to this waterfront gem might have your GPS questioning your life choices, but one bite will confirm you’ve made exactly the right decision…