SOUTHERN MARYLAND — As the weather warms up and blue crab season approaches, restaurants across Southern Maryland are reopening for the season. Some have already started serving guests, while others are set to open in April. Whether you’re in the mood for seafood, pizza, or a sweet treat, now is the perfect time to support local businesses and enjoy great food.
Capt’ Billy’s Crab House – Opens April 12, 2025
Capt’ Billy’s is the perfect place to enjoy the beautiful Potomac River while indulging in all your favorite Maryland seafood classics. The reopening date was confirmed at the March Charles County License Board meeting.
Address: 11495 Popes Creek Road #2125, Newburg, MD 20664
Captain Leonard’s Seafood Restaurant – Reopened March 12, 2025
Capt. Leonard’s Seafood Restaurant is a family-friendly restaurant serving a variety of seafood and non-seafood options. With a laid-back atmosphere, Capt. Leonard’s welcomes guests as if they were family.
Address: 27301 Three Notch Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659
Cryptic Pizza – Reopened March 7, 2025
Cryptic Pizza is a takeout restaurant that brings a unique spin on Neapolitan pizza to Solomons Island. Using high-quality ingredients and creative flavor combinations, Cryptic Pizza bakes its pies at over 900°F in just 90 seconds.
Address:14618 Solomons Island Road S, Solomons, MD 20688
Hidden Harbor – Opens April 2025
Hidden Harbor is known for casual dining, great food at reasonable prices, and a waterfront view. This spot is highly anticipated. A Facebook post on March 1 built excitement, marking just one month until opening.
Address: 14755 Dowell Road, Lusby, MD 20657
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard – Opened March 1, 2025
All Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard locations in Southern Maryland are officially open for the season, serving up their classic Italian ice and frozen custard treats.
Shady Side Soft Serve Ice Cream – Opens March 17, 2025
Shady Side Soft Serve Ice Cream is back with new ownership. Enjoy creamy, delicious soft-serve treats as the weather warms up.
Address: 6171 Shady Side Road, Shady Side, MD 20764
Tall Timbers – Reopens March 15, 2025
Tall Timbers is a family-owned backwater marina and restaurant that has been a gathering place since 1960. It is committed to supporting the local community, farmers, and aquaculture.
Address: 18521 Herring Creek Road, Tall Timbers, MD 20690
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