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By The Docks, Middle River, MD

By The Docks

4.6
4.6
1940 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
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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Dining areas

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
  • Neighborhood
    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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What 1,940 people are saying

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

Loved For

  • 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.

1,940 Reviews

  1. Richard

    Tampa

    84 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 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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  2. Brittany

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 5, 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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  3. Douglas

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 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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  4. Cecilia

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 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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  5. Anna

    Baltimore

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 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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  6. Keith

    Baltimore

    119 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    119 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 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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  7. Arlene

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 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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  8. Kim

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 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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  9. Aurelia

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was amazing and very pleasant. We were very impressed by her prompt responses and we didn’t wait long for drinks or food . Wish I could remember her name.

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  10. AshleyP

    Orlando

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was so attentive and kind, especially to help our little stay occupied.

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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 1940 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for By The Docks

3321 Eastern Blvd, Middle River, MD 21220

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bengies Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    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.

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