Customer Appreciation Week at the Atrium

As the year wraps up, the Atrium wants to say thank you to all of their great guests! This week from Wednesday (10/25) to Sunday (10/29), received 25% off you entire check! All day long, enjoy drinks, food and fun all in the most unique bar in Ocean City, Maryland!

The Atrium is located on 54th street in Ocean City, inside the Quality Inn Oceanfront hotel.

Marlin Moon’s Irresistible Fall Specials

As the leaves change and the air turns crisper, Marlin Moon invites you to savor the flavors of the season with their exclusive fall specials. From delectable appetizers to mouthwatering entrees and refreshing drinks, their October and November specials menu will have your taste buds dancing with delight. Let’s dive into what they’re offering!

Black Eyed Rye & Autumn Fizz

Drinks: Cheers to the Season

Paralyzer

  • Caramel vodka, heavy cream, Kahlua, splash of coke, cherry garnish

Start your evening with a Paralyzer, a creamy and decadent cocktail featuring caramel vodka, heavy cream, Kahlua, and a splash of coke, beautifully garnished with a cherry.

Fall from the Tree

  • Apple whiskey, apple juice, cinnamon syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, aromatic bitters, apple slice garnish

Celebrate the season with a Fall from the Tree cocktail. This drink combines the warmth of apple whiskey, the crispness of apple juice, and a touch of cinnamon, complemented by freshly squeezed lemon juice and aromatic bitters.

Autumn Fizz

  • Tanqueray, lemon juice, agave nectar, apple cider, club soda, thyme, and apple garnish

Embrace the spirit of fall with an Autumn Fizz, a refreshing concoction of Tanqueray, lemon juice, agave nectar, apple cider, club soda, thyme, and a delightful apple garnish.

The Last Summer Peach

  • Crown Peach, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, splash of sprite

Close out the summer with The Last Summer Peach cocktail. Featuring Crown Peach, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, and a splash of sprite, it’s a sweet and tangy farewell to the warm months.

Black Eyed Rye

  • Rye whiskey, blackberry mint syrup, lime juice, mint leaves, ginger beer, garnished with mint leaves and blackberry skewers

Sip on the enticing Black Eyed Rye, a blend of rye whiskey, blackberry mint syrup, lime juice, mint leaves, and a splash of ginger beer, garnished with fresh mint and blackberry skewers.

The White Pumpkin

  • Bacardi rum, Baileys, honey syrup, pumpkin spice

Embrace the fall harvest with The White Pumpkin, a delightful mix of Bacardi rum, Bailey’s, honey syrup, and a touch of pumpkin spice.

Appetizers: A Prelude to Deliciousness

Oysters Rockefeller

  • 6 broiled oysters topped with spinach cream sauce

Kickstart your fall dining experience with the briny goodness of Oysters Rockefeller. Each oyster is crowned with a spinach cream sauce, creating a perfect blend of flavors and textures.

Sauteed Mussels

  • Served in rich garlic cream sauce with a baguette

Our Sauteed Mussels are an indulgence you won’t want to miss. Plunge your taste buds into the depths of the ocean with these delectable mussels, smothered in a luxurious garlic cream sauce. Don’t forget to dip your baguette for a fantastic finish.

Carbonara Flatbread

  • Mushrooms, bacon & mozzarella over carbonara sauce

Fall flavors meet Italian classics in our Carbonara Flatbread. Enjoy the delightful fusion of mushrooms, bacon, and mozzarella atop a rich carbonara sauce, providing a show-stopping start to your Marlin Moon experience.

Entrees: Dive into the Heart of Fall

Seafood Gumbo

  • Chicken sausage, shrimp, and a soft shell crab gumbo over wild rice

Immerse yourself in the flavors of the South with our Seafood Gumbo. This hearty gumbo boasts the richness of chicken sausage, succulent shrimp, and a crispy soft shell crab, all served over a bed of fragrant wild rice.

Grilled Tuna

  • Grilled or blackened tuna with sauteed bok choy and wild rice

Indulge in the flavors of the ocean with our Grilled Tuna. Whether you prefer it grilled or blackened, the tender tuna, accompanied by sauteed bok choy and wild rice, is a taste of fall that’s nothing short of exquisite.

Parmesan Encrusted Salmon

  • Parmesan garlic aioli encrusted salmon served with risotto and a vegetable medley

The Parmesan Encrusted Salmon is a culinary masterpiece. Savor the parmesan garlic aioli crust that envelops our perfectly cooked salmon. It’s served with creamy risotto and a garden-fresh vegetable medley that captures the essence of autumn.

Shrimp Skewers

  • Grilled shrimp drizzled with a lime herb sauce served with risotto, zucchini, and squash

Our Shrimp Skewers offer a burst of flavors with grilled shrimp bathed in a zesty lime herb sauce. Served alongside risotto, zucchini, and squash, this dish is a medley of delightful textures and tastes.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to savor the rich flavors of fall at Marlin Moon. Make your reservation today and experience the perfect blend of culinary excellence and seasonal magic. Your taste buds will thank you!

Thanksgiving in Ocean City, Maryland

Check below for four Thanksgiving dinner options in Ocean City, Maryland!

Celebrate Thanksgiving in style at Marlin Moon on 33rd Street! Indulge in their delicious menu with all your holiday favorites as well as Ocean City classics. From roasted turkey and pumpkin pie to smoked salmon and raw oysters, their spread will delight your taste buds. 

Dinner will be served from 12-5pm. Adults are $49 per person, children ages 6-12 are $19 and ages 5 and under eat free with a paying adult.

Seating is limited. To ensure your spot, call 410-289-1201 or book online at marlinmoonocmd.com.

Treat yourself to a delicious Thanksgiving feast at Captain’s Table on 15th Street. Their buffet features traditional holiday dishes as well as tried-and-true seafood favorites like lobster, oysters, and crab. Make it a memorable Thanksgiving by dining with them!

Dinner will be served from 12-5pm. Adults are $49 per person, children ages 6-12 are $19 and ages 5 and under eat free with a paying adult.

Seating is limited, so make your reservation soon! Call 410-289-7192 or go to captainstableoc.com to book your reservation.

Indulge in a great Thanksgiving feast at 32 Palm on 32nd Street! Their menu boasts a delicious carving station with slow roasted prime rib, roasted turkey breast, sweet potato casserole and more, a cold salad display, and finally desserts like apple cobbler, pumpkin pie, and pecan pie. 

Dinner will be served from 12-5pm. Adults are $49 per person, children ages 6-12 are $19 and ages 5 and under eat free with a paying adult.

Space is limited. To ensure your spot, call 410-289-2525 or book online at 32palm.com.

Enjoy a Thanksgiving feast like no other at Coral Reef on 17th Street. Treat yourself to one of their delicious Thanksgiving platters: 

  • a traditional meal with roasted turkey, dressing and gravy or smoked ham 
  • an eastern shore meal featuring fried oysters with your turkey and ham, 
  • or really indulge with the prime rib special featuring a decadent 12 oz prime rib seasoned and slow roasted. 

All platters come with the usual fixings like cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and more. 

A kid’s menu will be available, and children 5 and under eat free! Seating is limited, so book your reservation soon. Call 410-289-2612 or go to coralreefrestaurant.com to make your reservation.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Coral Reef

Enjoy a Thanksgiving feast like no other at Coral Reef on 17th Street. Treat yourself to one of their delicious Thanksgiving platters: 

  • a traditional meal with roasted turkey, dressing and gravy or smoked ham 
  • an eastern shore meal featuring fried oysters with your turkey and ham, 
  • or really indulge with the prime rib special featuring a decadent 12 oz prime rib seasoned and slow roasted. 

All platters come with the usual fixings like cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and more. 

A kid’s menu will be available, and children 5 and under eat free! Seating is limited, so book your reservation soon. Call 410-289-2612 or go to coralreefrestaurant.com to make your reservation.

Thanksgiving Dinner at 32 Palm

Indulge in a great Thanksgiving feast at 32 Palm on 32nd Street! Their menu boasts a delicious carving station with slow roasted prime rib, roasted turkey breast, sweet potato casserole and more, a cold salad display, and finally desserts like apple cobbler, pumpkin pie, and pecan pie. 

Dinner will be served from 12-5pm. Adults are $49 per person, children ages 6-12 are $19 and ages 5 and under eat free with a paying adult.

Space is limited. To ensure your spot, call 410-289-2525 or book online at 32palm.com.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Captain’s Table

Treat yourself to a delicious Thanksgiving feast at Captain’s Table on 15th Street. Their buffet features traditional holiday dishes as well as tried-and-true seafood favorites like lobster, oysters, and crab. Make it a memorable Thanksgiving by dining with them!

Dinner will be served from 12-5pm. Adults are $49 per person, children ages 6-12 are $19 and ages 5 and under eat free with a paying adult.

Seating is limited, so make your reservation soon! Call 410-289-7192 or go to captainstableoc.com to book your reservation.

Thanksgiving Dinner at Marlin Moon

Celebrate Thanksgiving in style at Marlin Moon on 33rd Street! Indulge in their delicious menu with all your holiday favorites as well as Ocean City classics. From roasted turkey and pumpkin pie to smoked salmon and raw oysters, their spread will delight your taste buds. 

Dinner will be served from 12-5pm. Adults are $49 per person, children ages 6-12 are $19 and ages 5 and under eat free with a paying adult.

Seating is limited. To ensure your spot, call 410-289-1201 or book online at marlinmoonocmd.com.

Best Tacos in Ocean City, Maryland

Craving a delicious taco? Well, look no further because National Taco Day is here, and we’re about to share some of our favorite restaurants that serve the best tacos in Ocean City, Maryland! 

1. Papi’s Tacos

Located on 15th Street & Philadelphia Ave, Papi’s Tacos is a must-stop for taco aficionados! 

Papi’s menu features mouthwatering meat options like adobo, chorizo, al pastor, chicken tinga, carnitas, and more! Don’t miss out on their carne asada or camarones shrimp, and for the more adventurous tastebuds, try their lengua filling!

This taqueria has tacos for every palate including “Gringo-style” favorites to authentic Mexican delights, and even vegan alternatives.

2. Marlin Moon

For your seafood favorites with a taco twist, Marlin Moon, located on 33rd Street, has one of the best seafood tacos you can get. Whether you choose grilled fish or shrimp, you get two generously sized soft tacos, stuffed with your filling of choice, their house chipotle ranch, lettuce, pico de gallo, and cheddar jack cheese. Or if you aren’t feeling seafood that day, you can always order chicken as your taco filling.

We can guarantee you won’t leave Marlin Moon hungry!

3. Mother’s Cantina

Located in the 28th Street Shopping Plaza, Mother’s Cantina is a go-to destination for all things taco! Treat yourself to a diverse selection of tacos, from the delicious Double Decker Taco featuring a flour tortilla wrapped around a fried shell, overstuffed, and smothered in queso to their choose your tacos where you can customize the perfect meal to satisfy your cravings. 

Also, vegans and plant lovers have plenty of options dining here with Mother’s Cantina’s vegan cheese and their several vegan taco fillings like chipotle black beans, Ancho pinto beans, sauteed spinach, grilled peppers and onions, and chipotle grilled portabella.

4. Coral Reef

For a little Caribbean flavor, Coral Reef on 17th Street has delicious tacos that are sure to satisfy your seafood cravings. You can pick between a shrimp or fish filling (you can’t go wrong either way), and each soft taco is topped with island cilantro slaw, pico, creamy avocado, lime cream, and their house southwest seasoning.

One bite of their tacos, and you’ll be transported to the islands.

5. Guido’s Burritos

If you’re on the boardwalk and want to celebrate National Taco Day, stop by Guido’s Burritos, home of the 60oz Monsterita, and try their yummy tacos. They are located on 7th Street on the boardwalk, but they also have a 33rd St. location.

Guido’s keeps it simple and delicious with soft flour tortillas brimming with flavorful fillings like chicken, chorizo, carne asada, fried rockfish, pulled pork, ground beef, or blackened shrimp.

6. The Wedge

This spot is the Inlet has become the newest locals’ favorite hangout, and you can’t beat their street tacos. Their house tacos come with your choice of blackened shrimp or grilled mahi mahi, both delicious and both great choices, and are topped with fresh pico de gallo, shredded cabbage, and jalapeño crema.

Between the unbeatable view, great drinks, and those to-die-for tacos, there’s a reason the Wedge is a hot spot downtown!

7. Barrio Taco

At Barrio Taco, located on 64th Street, they take their tacos seriously, making corn tortillas by hand daily from freshly ground heirloom corn. They use only the best ingredients, topping their tacos with fresh radishes, crisp cabbage, pickled onions, cilantro, and lime, and their taco fillings reflect authentic Mexican flavors featuring options like barbacoa, quesabirria, asado, al pastor and more. 

8. Pancho & Lefty’s

Finally, located in West Ocean City right before the Route 50 bridge, Pancho & Lefty’s taqueria boasts a delicious array of both tried-and-true favorites and unique tacos options. Their Costa Tacos come with fiesta rice and your choice of soft flour tortillas or crispy taco shells. They have a variety of taco filling options like grilled or blackened Grouper, beef, chicken, blackened shrimp, Bang Bang shrimp, carne asada, and birria.

Whether you’re a meat lover, a vegan, or somewhere in between, it doesn’t matter where you choose to celebrate this taco-tastic day because Ocean City’s taco scene guarantees a great meal!

Best Places to Get Breakfast during Oceans Calling Music Festival

Breakfast is said to be the most important meal of the day, and with the big festival weekend ahead its long days and nights, that meal is even more important to start your day and keep you going throughout the festivities.

Whether you prefer a hearty breakfast or something sweet, Ocean City is full of amazing breakfast places, but we have a few favorites! 

Happy Jack Pancakes

The “Ocean City House of Pancakes,” Happy Jack on 26th Street, has specialized in pancakes for over 50 years. The family-run breakfast place has over a dozen varieties of pancakes from traditional ones to their specialties like Elvis Pancakes or Cookie Dough Pancakes.

But they don’t just have pancakes. Their other breakfast items including Belgian waffles, French toast, omelettes, and more are perfect for people who aren’t necessarily pancakes lovers. 

It’s the perfect stop for any breakfast lover, and for those who need gluten free options, they have a special gluten free menu!

Coral Reef

Mixing the traditional and new, Coral Reef has a menu full of breakfast classics as well as delicious, unique dishes. You can get your eggs, bacon, and toast if you want to keep it simple, or branch out a bit and try their Malted Mini Waffles or Lemon Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes. They even have a delicious Grits Breakfast Bowl.

Their breakfast handhelds are also a great choice. Their Start Fresh Wrap features scrambled egg whites with mushrooms, spinach, onion, and provolone cheese all wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla. Or try their Sunrise Sandwich with an egg cooked any style, cheddar cheese and your choice of meat all served on an english muffin. 

Stop by on your way to the festival – they serve breakfast until 11:30am!

Layton’s Family Restaurant

Starting as a donut shop in the 1960s, Layton’s has been an Ocean City staple for over 50 years. Countless tourists and locals have frequented the restaurant over the years, and for good reason, their menu features all the favorite diner breakfast options like omelettes, waffles, and pancakes cooked to perfection, proving you don’t have to be fancy to make delicious food.

And don’t miss out on what got them started! Their donuts are some of the best and a treat you can take with you on your way to the festival.

Captain’s Table

Treat yourself to a hearty breakfast at Captain’s Table, located on the 3rd floor of Courtyard by Marriott on 15th Street. Their breakfast options include the usual fare of omelettes, pancakes, French toast and more, but their Captain’s Benedict featuring jumbo lump crabmeat is a standout. So if you’re needing your crab fix or just want a great breakfast before the festival, stop by and try their delicious food.

So, as you’re gearing up for an exciting festival weekend, remember that a good breakfast not only satisfies your hunger but also sets the tone for a day filled with music, fun, and unforgettable memories. Whether you opt for fluffy pancakes, a savory omelette, or a sweet treat, Ocean City’s breakfast scene – and our favorites – have something for everyone.

Staying further away from the Festival? Check out the Atrium at the Quality Inn Oceanfront on 54th street and Marlin Moon on 33rd Street at the Doubletree by the Hilton.

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