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- SNSNguyen1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoBest fine dining in the area. Brunch is a must try along with dinner. Excellent service to top off the superb menu items.More infoMichael's Cafe White Marsh/ Middle River$$$$• Contemporary American• White Marsh•4.7
- OTOpenTable Diner1 review5.0Dined on May 20, 2023Food excellent as usual. We Order appetizers and usually end up with too much food. Big portions! Easy to share!More infoCharly’s Waterfront$$$$• Seafood• Essex•4.4
- AaprilrBaltimore / Maryland •4 reviews4.0Dined on May 16, 2023Good crabs, a bit pricey for the size (large). Only disappointment was the dollar charge for an ounce of drawing butter.More infoMr. Bill's Terrace Inn$$$$• American• Essex•4.5
- ASAnnetteSDundalk •5 reviews5.0Dined on May 3, 2023Food and service were excellent. Definitely be back. Best Ahi tuna appetizer!More infoBowley's on the Bay$$$$• American• Bowleys Quarters•3.9
- OTOpenTable DinerBaltimore / Maryland •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Amazing and loved me waiting food was immaculateMore infoBy The Docks$$$$• Seafood• Essex•4.5
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Essex is located right next to the Chesapeake Bay, so it's no wonder that the area's dining scene offers plenty of crab, seafood, and Old Bay seasoning. When dining in Essex, visitors and natives are treated to freshly caught fish and crustaceans served alongside classic American fare. While upscale dining in Essex revolves around seafood, there are plenty of other available options. Pasta lovers won't be disappointed by the area's selection of Italian eateries, and brunch aficionados will enjoy Essex's take on Southern comfort food. People looking for international cuisine can choose between varied options, ranging from Vietnamese pho to authentic Mexican tacos. Essex also has plenty of sports bars, which blend fun atmosphere with a tasty selection of classic bar food.
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Child friendly restaurants in Essex include Mr. Bill's Terrace Inn, By The Docks and Charly’s Waterfront
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