Maryland and oysters go together like sunshine and summer. The Chesapeake Bay has fed watermen and their families for generations, and some of the best places to enjoy the catch are the small waterfront spots right on the water.
These seafood shacks keep things simple, salty, and close to the source. Here are eight Maryland waterfront places where you can enjoy oysters and a view at the same time.
1. The Crab Claw, St. Michaels
Right on the harbor in St. Michaels, this longtime spot sits next to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. You can watch boats come and go while you eat.
The Crab Claw has been serving the Talbot County crowd since 1965. Oysters here come raw on the half shell or fried, and steamed crabs are the other big draw…