Rod 'N' Reel

Name: Rod 'N' Reel
Address: 4160 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach, MD, United States, 20732
Telephone: (410) 257-2735 ext. 107
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.1

3.1 (913)

$30 and under

Seafood

4160 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732

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2 people

Jun 20, 2025

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Great for brunch
Charming

Rod ‘N’ Reel Restaurant is currently closed due to construction and remodeling. We are excited to continue to serve you in 2025! As we are closed, we continue our holiday buffet traditions in The Overlook, one of our new event spaces.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American
Hours of operation
Thu 5:00 am–5:15 am
Phone number
(410) 257-2735 ext. 107
Website
https://www.rnrresortmd.com/easter
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Our Chesapeake Beach Resort features several wonderful options for an event with a view. Choose from the elegant Chesapeake Ball Room or the functional and attractive Hotel Board Room. Have fun in the sun! Enjoy your social event or company function outdoors on our beach. The possibilities are endless. Beautiful breezes on the waterfront, gorgeous views and open space treat our guests to the ultimate Chesapeake Bay experience. Our Chesapeake Ball Room is ideal for conferences, banquets, receptions, meetings and holiday parties. It accommodates up to 350 guests and can be divided for smaller, more intimate affairs. On a clear day, you can see the Eastern Shore from anywhere in the room.No outside food or beverages are allowed. Need a custom cake or menu? Please contact us for more information on our options. Thank you!
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
4160 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732
Neighborhood
Chesapeake Beach
Cross street
MD Rt. 261
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking every day.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 913 people are saying

Rod 'N' Reel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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3.1

3.1 based on recent ratings

2.8Food
2.9Service
3.9Ambience
2.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rod 'N' Reel offers a delightful dining atmosphere with stunning water views and live music. Patrons appreciate the "beautiful view" and "great selection of food." While the establishment excels in ambiance, some guests noted organizational challenges during events. The friendly staff and scenic setting make it a memorable dining experience.

913 Reviews

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Krissy
Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We had a reservation time at 1230. We went straight up to the buffet and there were several items missing. No fried chicken, no bacon, lemonade and water station was empty twice when we went to get a drink. Potatoes were cold, no seasoning on several dishes. Bathroom availability was lacking. Had to take a very long walk with young children. (I believe there is a shorter walk to get there but were sent the longest route possible.) We have done the Easter brunch before and had a much better experience. Today 4/20/2025 was not a good experience. Good points to mention… the decoration was on point and beautiful…the Easter Bunny was fantastic! Staff were friendly. The main building, though it’s not open yet, we walked through to get to the outside area, looks amazing!
Rod 'N' ReelResponded on April 21, 2025
Krissy - Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent experience at our Easter brunch. We're truly sorry to hear that the food offerings and bathroom accessibility did not meet your expectations, especially since you’ve had a better experience in the past. Your comments regarding the missing items and food temperature have been noted, and we'll address these issues with our team to ensure improvements are made. We're glad you enjoyed the decorations and the Easter Bunny, and we appreciate your recognition of our staff's friendliness. We hope you’ll consider visiting us again in the future for a more enjoyable experience.
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Cheryl
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
3.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We attended the Easter brunch. Our reservation was at 12:30. There was no line when we got there so we were able to get a table (outside in the sand) right away which was great! The problem we had was the food was not being replenished fast enough therefore your food was cold waiting on other stuff. (First there were enough biscuits but no gravy, then there was enough gravy but no biscuits) Alot of people standing around waiting for food. For the price you paid for brunch, this should never be a problem. Other than the food, everything else was good.
Rod 'N' ReelResponded on April 21, 2025
Cheryl - Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and that you were seated promptly. However, we sincerely apologize for the delays in food replenishment and the challenges you faced with the biscuit and gravy situation. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will address this with our team to ensure a more seamless dining experience in the future. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to serve you again with an improved experience.
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Judy
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
1.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Overall experience compared to previous years was very poor. Food was lukewarm, if not cold. Took forever to replenish as needed. Coffee was cold. Ran out of water and never refilled. No assigned servers available to individual tables to take drink orders or clear plates as was done in the past. No pies or cakes for desserts made available for those that had lunch items. Why a gratuity is charged, no reason for, especially after the crazy ridiculous price for what was offered and what we got. So very disappointed! Never again!
Rod 'N' ReelResponded on April 21, 2025
Judy - Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We sincerely apologize for the disappointing experience you had this year, especially regarding the temperature and availability of food and beverages, as well as the level of service you received. We appreciate your comments about the dessert options and gratuity, and we will take them into consideration as we strive to improve our services.
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Teresa
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Attended the Easter Brunch. Food, service and atmosphere were very nice. Brunch was served outside under the tent with a beautiful view of the water and nice music playing in the background. Loved that everything was pre-paid so didn't have to worry about anything once your seated. Very nice job Rod N Reel.
Rod 'N' ReelResponded on April 21, 2025
Teresa - Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Easter Brunch, from the food and service to the beautiful outdoor setting. It’s our goal to create a stress-free and enjoyable experience for our guests, and we're glad that the pre-paid option added to your convenience. We hope to welcome you back for another delightful meal soon!
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Patricia
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It was great expect for the screaming, crying children. I understand Mom and Dad need a morning off, leave the kids at home with the grandparents .
Rod 'N' ReelResponded on April 21, 2025
Patricia - Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed your experience overall, but we understand that noise from children can be disruptive. We appreciate your suggestion and will consider ways to create a more peaceful atmosphere for all our guests in the future. We hope to see you again soon for a more relaxing visit!
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Kayla
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was wonderful! Beautiful view and a great selection of food.
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Mel
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
2.0
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We went to Rod N' Reel years ago for a buffet dinner, and the entire place, including the buffet, has drastically changed. It is no longer a cozy atmosphere on the water- it's a megaplex with a massive ugly concrete parking garage blocking the view of the water from the main road and digital slot machines with sad-looking suckers playing them as far as the eye can see. It looks like whoever owns it sold out to commercial interests without a care in the world about the community or general decency. It is really a blight on Chesapeake Beach...so sad. The dinner was adequate at best. The food was similar to what I would expect from Bob Evans. Not bad, not great. There were just the basics...nothing special. The dinner took place in a generic conference room, so the ambience was just adequate as well, with slot machines right outside the door. For $63 a person...definitely not worth it. I will definitely never go back there for any event.
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Kayla
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lot has changed with Rod N Reel over the years. It was great to see them put on a holiday buffet even while the usual location is under construction. The buffet was wonderful and perfect for people who did not want to cook, clean or host.
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Bryan
Baltimore / Maryland5 reviews
4.0
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The Thanksgiving buffet was not worth $63. The atmosphere was loud and, in my opinion, the food quality didn't just justify the price. Also felt rushed.
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Sharon
Washington, D.C. Area1 review
2.0
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were first 2 in for Thanksgiving dinner. Food was COLD the Turkey was a processed turkey not real and there was real turkeys sitting on carving table. Ham was like ham in a deli At price paid we should have been offered sodas but, were only offered tiny cups of tea and lemonade and water. Hot coffee and Hot Teas
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FAQs

Rod 'N' Reel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 257-2735 ext. 107.

Rod 'N' Reel is rated 3.1 stars by 913 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 20, 2025

7:00 PM

4160 Mears Avenue, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
MD Rt. 261
Neighborhood
Chesapeake Beach
Hours of operation
Thu 5:00 am–5:15 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking every day.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.rnrresortmd.com/easter
Phone number
(410) 257-2735 ext. 107
Private party facilities
Our Chesapeake Beach Resort features several wonderful options for an event with a view. Choose from the elegant Chesapeake Ball Room or the functional and attractive Hotel Board Room. Have fun in the sun! Enjoy your social event or company function outdoors on our beach. The possibilities are endless. Beautiful breezes on the waterfront, gorgeous views and open space treat our guests to the ultimate Chesapeake Bay experience. Our Chesapeake Ball Room is ideal for conferences, banquets, receptions, meetings and holiday parties. It accommodates up to 350 guests and can be divided for smaller, more intimate affairs. On a clear day, you can see the Eastern Shore from anywhere in the room.No outside food or beverages are allowed. Need a custom cake or menu? Please contact us for more information on our options. Thank you!

Rod 'N' Reel

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

What 913 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Rod 'N' Reel offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Rod 'N' Reel restaurant rated?

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Make a reservation

Dining areas

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