Angler

It’s rare I have such an unexpected delightful, (outside of the norm) dining experience- but I did tonight, here. I had the seafood linguini, oysters, IPA’s, and watched the sun slowly going down. Sara, was great as my server- attentive and helpful, not hovering at all. I observed her and other staff, to see how they seemed bc I was pretty impressed by everything here (ambiance food vibe etc) and everyone seems happy, working here. I can tell when ppl are faking it (I like to think at least) also, and staff seemed chill. It was such a nice experience. I then saw a memorial picture of a bartender that apparently worked here for many heard and died recently- suddenly - in May. I was both touched, that they had a picture and a nice remembrance to her, and grateful, because it was obvious she was great and very important to ppl here/ what a great employer, to honor her. And to honor employees’ grief. So, I asked about her. I heard all about her and how wonderful she was, how much she is deeply missed. And it just touched me. I already loved this place… this, put it over the edge of the place I’d highly recommend visiting, the human / personal touch, beyond just a restaurant on the water. This feels like a great place. And the place I loved.. visited right before? (Oldest bar in Ocean City, hole in the wall) they highly recommended it when they heard I was looking for good food, view, and a chill place. I am so glad they did. If it’s between here and other dinner places along the water/ hope this review helps. Enjoy! 5 plus stars.

Came to The Angler for a solo birthday lunch. Asked to be seated at the bar & was told that was fine only to see the bartender not serving my side of the bar at all. I was the only person on my side while everyone else was on the other side so maybe she didn’t see me. I waited about 15 minutes when I decided to go back to the hostess stand & just ask to be seated in hopes that I could finally place an order. I am seated & told that an Emily would be by to help me. I ordered a drink & their angler crab cake. I ask if it’s on a roll of some sort to which I’m told it’s on a ciabatta bread & served like a sandwich, perfect. My food comes out & the moment I take a bite into the “sandwich” it completely falls apart, ruining my dress & entire meal as its now a clump of food on my lap. Emily approaches me & sees what’s happened; her only response is “well do you want some more napkins?” As she can see that I do have napkins & am trying to save my dress from the oil & butter. At this point I’m completely over the lack of consideration from the staff. All I was trying to do was enjoy my birthday with a martini & some seafood & I felt disregarded the entire time.

Awesome location on the dock! Great happy hour, 2 for 1 drinks and food deals. Shrimp were great. Grouper fingers were decent, batter needed a lil more flavor. Will be back!