By The Docks

4.6

1942 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 25 times today

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Neighbourhood gem

Maryland is famous for it's crab cakes, and By The Docks is known for it's eight-ounce Colossal Jumbo Lump Crab Cake. Discover the fresh ingredients and outstanding seafood, steaks, and pasta's prepared by our chefs. Our menu includes various items from baby back ribs, slow roasted prime rib, hand cut steaks,and specialty sauteed dishes. Every sauce, soup and dressing is made from scratch. By The Docks welcomes families and large groups. Make reservations or call ahead for express carry out.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch & Dinner Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 686-1188
Website
https://bythedocks.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Alex Morris
Catering
Please contact Rachel Paulino @ 443)475-0071
Private party facilities
Please contact Rachel Paulino @ 443)475-0071 to book your party.

Location
3321 Eastern Blvd, Middle River, MD 21220
Area
Essex
Cross Street
Bengies Rd.
Parking details
Plenty of parking on premises with handicap accessibility.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Baltimore Suburbs
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

By The Docks delights with its "best crabcakes" and generous portions, making it a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Guests praise the "great service" despite occasional busy times. The renovated decor adds charm, and the diverse menu, including standout seafood dishes, consistently impresses.

1,942 Reviews

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Patricia
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had reservations, but the place was overcrowded, and we had to wait about an hour and a half to be seated. The entrance was packed, the line was out the door. We had our parents with us who are both 87 yrs old. They had to stand up for the entire wait to be seated. It was Christmas Eve, so that might have been the reason for the excessive wait. After we were seated, our server was prompt, polite, and quick to serve our needs. The only thing is there seemed to be a disarray in the kitchen. Our server went to get us the dinner rolls three times, and they never arrived, so no rolls with our dinner. Our appetizers were served quickly, but there was a very long wait for our dinner. The server was wonderful, and she did apologize several times for the delays. Overall, the food was delicious, and the only thing not so great was all of the waiting. Our entire meal with waiting took us over three and half hour to dine.
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Kristi
Baltimore
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 17 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was a nice Tuesday night out with a friend to just talk and catch up before the holidays.
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Richard
VIP
Tampa
84 reviews
4.0
84 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner with a group of six friends. Service was excellent and attentive. Martinis are very good and all food was delish. Only complaint would be the french fries served. They were not hot and fresh and if I visit again I would substitute them out. Change the little things (like the fries) and you become 5 stars.
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Brittany
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding Performance food was amazing… the food came out super quick. Server Josh was amazing with asking questions about certain foods…
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Douglas
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic crabcake...fries were just warm and limp
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Cecilia
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Super warm, friendly service! Food was fantastic! Love the half and half soup.
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Anna
Baltimore
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our overall experience was fantastic. The food was amazing and enough for left overs. Thank you for making ourThanksgiving special.
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Keith
Baltimore
119 reviews
4.0
119 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
A great Thanksgiving dinner with friendly staff and baltimore seafood decorations.
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Arlene
VIP
Baltimore
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Crab Cakes in Baltimore. Service is always excellent. Pricing is very reasonable.
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Kim
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an enjoyable Thanksgiving at By The Docks. They were quite busy, but the service was good and the food excellent. It was my first time there , and the bay decor and high ceilings really makes the space special, even though they are not directly on the waterfront. Would definitely return.
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FAQs

By The Docks does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. By The Docks also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 686-1188.

By The Docks is rated 4.6 stars by 1942 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3321 Eastern Blvd, Middle River, MD 21220

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Bengies Rd.
Area
Essex
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch & Dinner Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Steak, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Plenty of parking on premises with handicap accessibility.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alex Morris
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://bythedocks.com/
Phone number
(410) 686-1188
Catering
Please contact Rachel Paulino @ 443)475-0071
Private party facilities
Please contact Rachel Paulino @ 443)475-0071 to book your party.

By The Docks

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Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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What 1,942 people are saying

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Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does By The Docks offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is By The Docks currently accepting bookings?

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