Tucked away on Old Bartow Eagle Lake Road sits a seafood gem that locals can’t stop raving about. Charm City Seafood brings authentic Maryland-style seafood straight to Central Florida, serving up everything from lump crab cakes to blackened grouper with serious flavor. Whether you’re craving Old Bay-seasoned wings or a towering pulled pork sandwich, this casual counter-service spot delivers fresh catches and BBQ favorites that’ll have you planning your next visit before you even finish your first bite.
1. Maryland Crab Cakes That Actually Taste Like Maryland
Forget those sad, bread-filled imposters you find at most Florida seafood joints. These crab cakes are the real deal, packed with sweet lump crab meat and just enough binder to hold them together. Transplants from Baltimore have given their stamp of approval, and that’s saying something when it comes to crab cakes.
Each order comes with two generous portions that arrive golden and crispy on the outside while staying tender inside. The Old Bay seasoning hits just right without overpowering the delicate crab flavor. One reviewer who lived in Baltimore confirmed these taste like home, not some watered-down “Maryland-style” version.
You can order them as an entree with two sides and a hush puppy, or grab a couple frozen to cook at home later. Either way, you’re getting visible chunks of real crab meat with minimal filler. The kitchen doesn’t skimp on quality here…