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Name: The Hobbit Restaurant
Address: 121 81st St Unit 101, Ocean City, MD, United States, 21842
Telephone: (410) 524-8100
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

The Hobbit Restaurant

4.7

1540 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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*OPEN NOW FOR INDOOR, OUTDOOR (IN OUR PARKING LOT), & CARROUT* An absolute escape from Ocean City. A place to indulge in inventive American cuisine and mouthwatering seafood while overlooking one of the most picturesque views you have ever laid eyes on. If you're looking to simply come in for some appetizers and a few cocktails our bartenders make great company at the bar that maintains the same breathtaking views. So next time you're wondering where to go to enjoy an exceptional meal, stop by The Hobbit and step into a classy, sleak, but most importantly comfortable world of dining excellence. We are located in the bottom floor of the Rivendell Condominium at 81st on the Bay and we offer our full menu daily beginning at 5 p.m.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 524-8100
Website
http://thehobbitrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jason Purkey
Catering
We currently do not offer catering. If you are interested in catering in the off-season our chef may be available to do so.
Private party facilities
We do not have a private room but host multiple private luncheons, dinners, and wine tastings throughout the year. We cater to the needs of each specific event. To inquire about an event please email info@thehobbitrestaurant.com or call 410-524-8100.
Private party contact
4102548100: (410) 524-8100

Location
121 81st St Unit 101 Ocean City, MD 21842
Neighborhood
Ocean City
Cross street
Coastal Highway (Rt. 1) & 81st street (Bayside)
Parking details
Private restaurant parking that extends from our front door to the back of the strip mall at the head of 81st.
Public transit
Bus stop at 81st street on the corner of our block
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Black Bean Soup$7.00
Black beans, bacon, onion, spices. Topped with cilantro, jalapeno crema, & tortilla strips (Gluten free w/o tortilla strips)
Cream of Crab Soup$9.00
Fresh Maryland jumbo lump crabmeat, sherry, Old Bay
Cherry Bomb Calamari$12.00
Fried fresh calamari, buttermilk soaked, dredged in coconut flour, cherry bomb chili sauce, served with Shanghai aioli
Smoked Beef Carpaccio$13.00
Cold-smoked beef tenderloin carpaccio, fried shallots, truffled horseradish sauce, capers
Lollipop Lamb Chops$15.00
Blackened New Zealand lamb chops, sweet potato hash, honey aioli
Pan Roasted Scallops$12.00
Fresh scallops, cauliflower & grape tomato piccalilli, Indian style parsnip chips, jalapeno slices (Gluten free w/o chips)
Fried Green Tomatoes$18.00
Fried green tomatoes, fresh Maryland jumbo lump crabmeat, onion marmalade, beurre blanc sauce
Clams Casino$11.00
Middleneck clams, garlic butter, provolone cheese, applewood smoked bacon
Roasted Garlic Spread$13.00
Blended goat and cream cheeses, roasted garlic, toasted pistachios, chives, apples, served with toast points (Gluten free without crackers and bread)

Salads

House Salad$9.00
Local organic Terrapin Farms mixed greens, grape tomatoes, carrots, red onion, cucumber, homemade creamy Italian dressing
Caesar Salad$10.00
Crisp romaine hearts, classic Caesar dressing, shaved parmesan, homemade croutons
Arugula Salad$14.00
Baby Arugula, candied pecans, granny smith apples, fennel, goat cheese, lemon confit, lemon pepper vinaigrette, balsamic cream
Wedge Salad$14.00
Iceberg lettuce, buttermilk blue cheese, bacon, red onion, grape tomato, cucumber, buttermilk dressing, balsamic glaze
Strawberry & Goat Cheese Salad$15.00
Local organic Terrapin Farms mixed greens, balsamic vinaigrette, cilantro macerated strawberries, spicy pecans, crumbled goat cheese, cornbread croutons

Entrees

Smoked Gouda Pierogies$24.00
Smoked Gouda pierogies with poppy seeds, bacon, apple butter, sour cream, chives, red sauerkraut and fried apples. Finished with fried onion and beurre blanc sauce (vegetarian option available without bacon)
Crabcakes
Fresh Maryland jumbo lump crabmeat, sprinkle of Old Bay, chef's vegetable & your choice of starch
- Market
Daily Catch
Daily fresh catch, homemade pesto ricotta raviolis, fava, cannellini & flageolet beans, red pepper, zucchini, tomato, minestrone broth
- Market
Mustard Salmon with Spring Pea Sauté$28.00
North Atlantic salmon, mustard crust, beurre blanc sauce, mint pea puree, spring pea sauté with Paris style gnocchi, pearl onions, artichokes and pancetta
"Hunter" Roast Chicken$26.00
Pan roasted airline breast, truffle mashed potatoes, rosemary porcini mushroom "Hunter" sauce, served with sautéed asparagus
Red Wine Braised Short Rib$28.00
Slow cooked short rib over gruyere spätzle "mac 'n cheese", homemade onion rings, braised red cabbage and rosemary demi glaze
Pan Roasted Duck Breast$32.00
Duck breast, Alpine cheese potato puree, thyme jus, caramelized Cipollini onions, onions crisps (Gluten free w/o onion crisps)
Lamb Shank with Saffron Risotto$31.00
Braised Australian lamb shank, shallot & rosemary gremolata, saffron risotto, garlic king mushrooms, baby onion agrodulce
Veal Pistachio$33.00
Thinly pounded veal medallions, prosciutto, roasted pistachios, mushrooms, shallots, Madeira, cream. Served with your choice of starch

Filet Mignon

8oz center cut filet, prepared one of three ways, all served with chef's vegetable & your choice of starch

Simply Grilled$36.00
Served with choice of roasted garlic & blue cheese compound butter or shallot & soy compound butter
Blackened with Boursin$38.00
Blackened and roasted, served over a boursin white wine cream sauce
Stuffed Filet$45.00
Grilled to temperature, topped with crab imperial

Dessert

Homemade Daily by Jessie

Mary's Delight$11.00
Our house specialty for over 30 years. Crushed walnut crust, thin layer of sweetened cream cheese, chocolate pudding, whipped cream
Ice Cream Sensation$13.00
Layers of Ben & Jerry's vanilla and chocolate ice cream, heath bar pieces, chocolate cookie crust. Topped with walnuts, chocolate syrup and caramel syrup
Chocolate Rum Mousse Cake$11.00
Rum infused chocolate cake, homemade chocolate rum mousse, homemade raspberry coulis
Coconut Cream Pie$11.00
Chocolate ganache, sticky coconut layer, Nilla wafer crust
Crème Brulee$9.00
Creamy vanilla custard finished with caramelized sugar coating

What 1,540 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful evening. Great food and service.
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Dinner
Philadelphia
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best! Service, food, location were amazing! Must have the Cream of Crab soup. The best soup ever!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely phenomenal food and service. They really made our anniversary special for us.
KW
KevinW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect end to our trip! We will be back very soon.
CL
CarolL
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed a fabulous dinner preceded by wonderful cocktails. The view was beautiful as was the sunset! In regard to Covid there was good spacing between tables and very good ventilation. We will return!
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lmelko
Philadelphia
58 reviews
vip
5.0
58 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our anniversary there. The seating was perfect for watching the sunset. Our meals were delicious. The cream of crab soup was outrageous. The crab cakes and veal dish were superb. Our waiter, Chris was very attentive.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience5
Amazing special of the day - a filet tail with peaches and blue cheese that was truly perfect. Great appetizers - crab with guacamole and duck cigars, also the scallop and mushroom appetizer was delicious. Very disappointing mussels app - severely under seasoned with no complexity of flavor. Service was slow and distracted, no follow up with head of house. Skip dessert - we had the house special and it wasn’t. Overall view and ambiance were fantastic, most of what we ordered were delicious hits, but a few glaring misses. We’d certainly be back if in the area again.
MD
MaryD
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 22, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is always a favorite on our vacation and the restaurant of choice to celebrate my birthday at the beach
LS
LeslieS
Naples
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and very nice service
B
Bolton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 20, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfection! Delicious GF crab cakes! We eat here every year when we are on vacation.
TS
TeressaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food with beautiful views of the bay. Would definitely recommend!
JW
JuneW
Birmingham
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 18, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience5
It was our first time at the restaurant. The views were fantastic. We saw a beautiful sunset that evening. Everyone liked their food. The offerings were unique. Best calamari I have had in a long time! I had the salmon incrusted with macadamia nuts. It was delicious. We will definitely go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
We came to celebrate our anniversary. They had outside seating but it was basically in the parking garage. So they offered us a high top on the “patio”. Which we loved the view of the water and sunset. The only issue was it was right next to the hotel pool. So families were playing and screaming. It was fine we blocked that out because the view and food made up for it!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Vlad our waiter was amazing!
MD
MaryD
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing place to dine and the bay view is spectacular
JO
JOSEPHS
Philadelphia
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
When you get there at the right time and can watch the sunset, your dinner is complete. Food as usual was outstanding, though a little pricey, worth it! One of the best meals of the week. I no longer stay in OC, but it is always on my list of must do restaurants.
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Vince
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience3
We had excellent food and service but the seating in the parking lot takes away from the experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and kind staff. Very diligent about cleaning and sanitizing.
DR
DRR24
Washington DC
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2020
overall4food4service3ambience4
Food was excellent. Service was a bit off and slow at times.
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agbcpa
Baltimore
98 reviews
vip
1.0
98 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience1
If I could give a "0" I would and that is a shame since we had been here 5 times in the past 2 weeks. Being understaffed is fine if you are honest with customers but bad service on top of losing our ticket and food coming as we walked out the door made it a horrible evening. Be care about going to the hobbit- not sure if you do there that you will actually get to eat. Hint be honest when you lose a customers ticket it goes a lot better than lying to cover up.
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Jason
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The experience was great. The food and drinks were amazing. I highly recommend for a date or get-together.
ED
EDFT
Baltimore
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, wonderful service. Very good COVID social distancing on the inside.
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loub
Baltimore
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently excellent!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Yummy dinner. Excellent service. Very sunny location, shades would be nice.
GF
GaryF
Washington DC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal, service and overall experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent. My husband ordered the pierogies, something he never orders and it was delicious. Inside is beautiful with all of the windows overlooking the bay area. Staff was extremely courteous and quick. Definitely a nice place to go for a tasty meal and they do reservations so there’s no waiting.
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beach
Washington DC
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant. Felt very safe eating here. Tables were spread apart and staff were wonderful. Everyone was very cautious. The food was amazing!!
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Magsmg
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 10, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience5
A little pricey but the food was excellent!!! The view was beautiful. All of the tables were spaced appropriately. I would suggest to sit inside for the beautiful view if early evening. One side of the bar even has a view. Outside seating is in undercover parking area with no view but setup with lights for ambiance later in the evening.
NJ
NJJIM
Philadelphia
123 reviews
vip
4.0
123 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Another great dining experience, wonderful service, creative cocktails, delicious food, topped off by the BEST sunset view in Ocean City! Our server, Caleigh, was very helpful with her description of several menu items as well as the evening Specials. Very good social distancing, very well thought out and executed. We will return again.
LS
LeslieS
Baltimore
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great and service wonderful with all the challenges today
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food and service was fabulous. Had to dine in parking lot due to virus but they did the best they could. Vlad was excellent server. Food well worth it and generous portions. Fabulous homemade desert. Looking forward to being able to dine indoors again when safer.
C
Cindyslove
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
We have been to The Hobbit restaurant many times over many years and this was our first time since they reopened. The person working the reservations was very accommodating when I asked to change my online reservation from outdoor to indoor (we landed a window seat overlooking the bay). We were very impressed with the layout of tables all social distanced, it was obvious that our waitress knew the COVID-19 food service protocols. Our entrees were perfectly prepared, I would definitely recommend the Blueberry Mojito cocktail, and our desserts were excellent. It was a great date night and I highly recommend this restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful view with amazing food. Our server (Natalia) was so sweet and fun. Had a great time and highly recommend to anyone who wants something special in OC!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 8, 2020
overall5food1service5ambience5
Absolutely stunning best view on the east coast not kidding
BB
BrianB
Baltimore
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our go-to Ocean City fine dining restaurant. The service and food never fails. Garvey, the owner, always stops by the tables for a quick chat to see how things are. During the pandemic, after reopening, they made sure all tables are safely socially distanced, and added additional tables by having dining outside.. Don't miss this great place when you are visiting the shore.
MK
MikeK
New York Area
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience3
food was great as was the service. a bit overpriced, but was definitely good. due to covid, the seating was outside in the parking lot, and they did the best they could, but it still felt like sitting in a wind tunnel. overall, if/when we hit a new normal would be worthwhile to go back and try it without the gale force winds.
LP
LawrenceP
Baltimore
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top gourmet restaurant in ocean City. Food is fabulous never a bad meal or appetizer menu small but everything on it is great
PJ
PJFFX
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service at the restaurant. The waitress was very friendly and we had a great time.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 6, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brianna and Luke are amazing and the food is absolutely delicious. Best place in town!
r
roberth
New York Area
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on July 5, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful table overlooking the water

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

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The Hobbit Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1540 OpenTable diners.

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Additional information

Cross street
Coastal Highway (Rt. 1) & 81st street (Bayside)
Neighborhood
Ocean City
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private restaurant parking that extends from our front door to the back of the strip mall at the head of 81st.
Public transit
Bus stop at 81st street on the corner of our block
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Jason Purkey
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://thehobbitrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(410) 524-8100
Catering
We currently do not offer catering. If you are interested in catering in the off-season our chef may be available to do so.
Private party facilities
We do not have a private room but host multiple private luncheons, dinners, and wine tastings throughout the year. We cater to the needs of each specific event. To inquire about an event please email info@thehobbitrestaurant.com or call 410-524-8100.
Private party contact
4102548100: (410) 524-8100

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The Hobbit Restaurant

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Stuffed Filet

Lollipop Lamb Chops

Cherry Bomb Calamari

Appetizers

Black Bean Soup$7.00

Cream of Crab Soup$9.00

Cherry Bomb Calamari$12.00

Smoked Beef Carpaccio$13.00

Lollipop Lamb Chops$15.00

Pan Roasted Scallops$12.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$18.00

Clams Casino$11.00

Roasted Garlic Spread$13.00

Salads

House Salad$9.00

Caesar Salad$10.00

Arugula Salad$14.00

Wedge Salad$14.00

Strawberry & Goat Cheese Salad$15.00

Entrees

Smoked Gouda Pierogies$24.00

Crabcakes

Daily Catch

Mustard Salmon with Spring Pea Sauté$28.00

"Hunter" Roast Chicken$26.00

Red Wine Braised Short Rib$28.00

Pan Roasted Duck Breast$32.00

Lamb Shank with Saffron Risotto$31.00

Veal Pistachio$33.00

Filet Mignon

Simply Grilled$36.00

Blackened with Boursin$38.00

Stuffed Filet$45.00

Dessert

Mary's Delight$11.00

Ice Cream Sensation$13.00

Chocolate Rum Mousse Cake$11.00

Coconut Cream Pie$11.00

Crème Brulee$9.00

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