4. Restaurants

Hooked

8003 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD, 21842
  • (410) 723-4665
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  • Sara R.

    This gem was recommended to us by many friends and now I know why! The food (especially the scallops & grits) was melt-in-your-mouth delicious!! Unfortunately, they do not accept reservations, but we stopped by at prime time on a Friday night post season and only waited a half hour...which was spent at the bar with great drinks (grapefruit crush) and an appetizer (crab dip- a little salty, but good). The staff was super friendly and helpful and accommodating. My husband wanted the Tuna, but he wanted it prepared the way the Mahi Mahi was listed. Sometimes chefs can be a little put off by the request, but here it was "no problem"! Don't miss out on Hooked- you'll definitely be Hooked!!

    (5)

  • Diane B.

    Great Menu but service was lacking particularly since they were not busy.Server did not ask for refills on drinks or check back with us during the hour we were in the restaurant.

    (3)

  • Meghna R.

    "best calamari I've had till date" was what my friends said n they travel for food!!! My flatbread was finger licking good too! Then come the entrees and they were as good and even better! I ordered an off the menu veggie plate that was a flavorful explosion of sautéed veggies mustard and henna! My friends ordered the crab cake sandwich n fried fish sandwich! Loved their food!!! Please visit for lunch,this place is every bit worth the rave!!!!

    (5)

  • Skylar S.

    Exactly what I needed. OC has a ton of craps food(Dough Roller, ext.)and this is NOT craps food. We visited twice while in town. It was within walking distance of 78th street where we were staying. We visited for both lunch and dinner. For lunch I had the burger(waitress said it was voted top 10 burgers or something in MD). I don't think it was within my top 10, but it was still delicious. The place was great for kids, and they had a pretty creative menu for them. They constructed a hot dog octopus, which my kids loved. My wife had fish tacos which were absolutely delicious. I kind of wish I ordered that! When we visited for dinner we were sat right away. It was equally as delicious. I had the soft shell crab special, and it was perfect. TIP of the day....order the calamari. It was perfect, and I could have eaten it as an entree! Service was great, although I'll be honest....they switched up our ice tea glasses upon refill which was a little gross. We were all family, so we didn't complain! I would just suggest asking for a new glass every time. Unless you are all drinking something different!!

    (4)

  • Lilly N.

    I went to Hooked again with my family and this time I got the seared scallops with string beans and grits. The whole dish was just awesome. There was a bit of a smokey flavor to it and I think the grits was the best part of the dish, though everything was pretty good. Our server was pleasant and informative. He definitely socialized with us and made us feel comfortable. The only thing was that we ordered the calamari appetizer and asked for the sauce to be on the side, but it came out mixed in. However, our server was on point and replaced it with what we wanted.

    (4)

  • Stephanie J.

    Definitely a fan of this OC restaurant! What a great recommendation from my OC friend. The restaurant has an outdoor patio and two indoor levels. The place is upscale, low lighting, intimate tables; every detail is attended to so that the dining experience is exceptional. I opted to dine at the upstairs bar which was quieter. The bartender was attentive. He greeted me immediately with a smile - very welcoming. He asked for my drink order and proceeded to fix the perfect Grapefruit Crush. He recommended that I start with the corn, jalapeño and crab bisque, I was leery of the jalapeno because I'm not into the hot and spicy food thing but at his urging, I tried the bisque anyway -- so glad that I did because it was EXCEPTIONAL! A must try. The visit to Hooked was worth it just for the bisque! For my main course I elected to have the scallops wrapped in bacon (ummmm bacon) and a side of cheesy grits both were wonderful. The scallops were rich in taste and delectable - the perfect amount of seasoning and enhanced by the juicy delicious bacon. The grits were creamy and cheesy -- a treat in themselves for a discriminating grit lover like me. Finally, dessert, bread pudding with maple syrup, and vanilla ice cream with bacon. Again, a big score. I wasn't really a fan of the bacon in my ice cream but next time, and there will definitely be a next time, I know that I can order the ice cream sans bacon. I started this review giving Hooked 4 stars and thinking they were more a 4.5; however, reliving the experience made me realize that there were no flaws here -- beautiful restaurant, great service and exceptional food makes this a 5-Star! Strongly urge you to make tracks to Hooked when you are in Ocean City, MD.

    (5)

  • Jeff P.

    Very enjoyable dinner here. We started with the fried calamari which was very good although I prefer the coating to be lighter. The calamari were very tender and the coating was very crispy. For entrees we had the crab cake and the scallop dishes. The crab cake was very large mostly all crab served with Israeli couscous. It was very good. The five large scallops were seared perfectly. Served with grits, corn and bacon bits. Excellent. The highlight was dessert. The Bumbleberry Pie was extraordinary. Glad we stayed for this. Service was excellent and very fast.

    (4)

  • Samantha D.

    Wow!! Hooked was an amazing place for dinner. It was very nice inside, more upscale than it looked from the front. I had a peach margarita which was nice and refeshing, and ordered the red curry salmon for dinner. It was a great choice! Loved the curry, and the sauce they the rice and shiitake mushrooms came in was awesome! Hubby had a Bayside Blonde beer which he didn't much care for, but it's nothing against the beer itself, just his personal preference. He ordered the surf and turf for dinner and said it was very good. The filet was tender and the shrimp that came with it were downright enormous. We also had the crab dip as an appetizer and it was downright tasty! If you're looking for a nicer meal on your trip to Ocean city, choose Hooked. You won't be disappointed!

    (5)

  • Christian C.

    The best halibut ever!!! Everything taste so fresh, the soft shell crab are unique, you eat the whole thing including the soft shell. Service is outstanding. Love this place.

    (5)

  • Kristiana M.

    This spot had the #1 highest reviews in the area which is what drew me and my boyfriend here for lunch today. When we walked in I was surprised there wasn't any music playing making the ambiance of Resturant a bit cold however we figured maybe it was just early. It's important to note we were here on a Monday & Monday's for restaurants are usually slower & so maybe their regular chef wasn't on staff... I give the pomegranate Martinis a sold 5 stars. They weren't too sweet and I personally loved the vintage jar they were served in. Next up the bacon wrapped scallops: these were succulent and their sauce full of flavor. My boyfriend said one he had was a little dry but I found my half were perfect. Entrees: truffle burger and crab cake sandwich. This is where the meal went south and the reason why they only get 3 stars from me. We ordered the burger medium and the burger came out very well done. They were very accommodating and replaced the burger but even the next burger was medium well at best. If you're looking for pink inside your burger I would recommend ordering rare. The crab cake sandwich also came out wrong, as the menu described it being served with grilled tomatoes & arugula-- it came out with simple ice burger lettuce and cold tomato. This was my first time trying crab cake and I was excited to try it from a Resturant with such high reviews but didn't really find it anything to brag about. However, once again they did bring replacement toppings promptly but it was just not the "fine dining" experience we were anticipating from the reviews we read. Lastly, they no longer have the surf & turf lunch special that there are so many wonderful reviews about on here. That's what really pulled me in & I was disappointed to find they know longer carried the item. Over all, service was attentive and management was polished coming over and apologizing for the mix up. The even took our entree off our bill completely which was very generous. So service also gets 5 stars. My recommendation is to go for dinner and maybe not on a Monday.

    (3)

  • Angela P.

    Helpful Things to know: they do not accept reservations. On August 1st while visiting OC we spot this place. We call before driving there to confirm the closing time, a really gracious lady answer us and said that the closing time was 10 but most likely they would be extending the closing time since they were busy. When we go there they said the waiting time was about 40 min, but luckily enough they were able to accommodate us with 15 min. We were surprise, the atmosphere and decoration of the restaurant is clean and modern. The service starting with the host stand is superb and the food delicious. We got the best mahi mahi ever, appetizers were to die for, the wine selection fantastic. Adam, our server gave us amazing suggestions. We could ask for a better experience! We will definitely recommend you to any of our friend and we can't wait to go back to OC and dine with you!!! Thanks :)

    (5)

  • Tomas L.

    The food was delicious and original. The truffle flat bread appetizer was great, and my main entree, the seared scallops were so tasty. The spinach side order was a perfect compliment to the meal. I would have given 5 stars, but our waiter forgot my son's dinner. We came on a Tuesday night for dinner and arrived at 6pm. The wait was already over 30 minutes for a party of 4. I guess that this confirms how good the food is here. I would definitely come back.

    (4)

  • Julie Z.

    I am so impressed by Hooked and cannot say enough about my most recent experience at this restaurant. We went out for dinner on our annual family trip to OCMD. We almost never have a pleasant dining experience when we all go out together because inherently with 12 people there can be some problems. However, with Hooked it was a seamless dining experience from being seated until receiving the bill. We went to dinner on a monday evening and were seated within 5-10 minutes of arriving at the restaurant. Our server (shout-out Hannah) was lovely, prompt, and courteous. The range of appetizers were all delicious- the star being the calamari with spicy and savory sauce ( I am craving it already!) and the bacon wrapped scallops which were everything I dreamed of. The main meals were all brought out at once and everyone seemed to enjoy his or her entree immensely. I ordered the salmon in a red curry sauce and it was delectable . I did not think the meal could be topped...until the dessert arrived. Impeccable/ Polite and Prompt/ Delicious/ and works great for large parties. You have won me over forever. Would 110% recommend.

    (5)

  • Stacy S.

    We came to this restaurant after reading great reviews on Yelp. I suspect they advertise with Yelp & yelp probably filters the bad reviews for them, but this place was just overrated & bad. We waited for about an hour and half and good luck getting a drink from the bar outside while you wait. The calimari was decent, but the mussels were dry, salmon was undercooked and crabcakes were just ok. This place claims to be honest, & good but I didn't see any information on sourcing for the sea food. I would stay clear from this restaurant and pick a hole in the wall establishment for some decent sea food.

    (2)

  • Deanna S.

    A friend and I split the fried calamari. It was delicious! It comes with a spicy sauce so if you aren't into that just ask for it on the side. I ordered the bacon and blue cheese lettuce wedge which was very good. We shared a seafood combination dish which was served in a broth that had a touch of cream and what tasted like curry. It was really flavorful and delicious for what it was but I'm really not a fan of curry. I wish that that flavor profile was indicated on the menu. It's not a cheap place but you can really taste the quality in the food. They also give you a complimentary (rosemary?) bread drizzled in oil which was yummy.

    (4)

  • Steve C.

    Start to finish it was a great experience. We had the Calamari app, the corn crab bisque, seared tuna and the scallop dinner and all were perfectly prepared and deliciously complex. Every server and staff we met were well trained and super friendly. I highly recommend it.

    (5)

  • Maury S.

    Outstanding! My Cioppino was fantastic I definetly recommend having. Girls had the Seared Scallops and Crab Cakes both very good....we had one of each of the four in house desserts all very good and would recommend having at least one. We will make it point to dine here when on town.

    (5)

  • Victoria S.

    So holy farm to table goodness thank you for blessing me in Ocean City! We were staying across the street and I had this place bookmarked! After we looked for a nice healthy-ish dinner we decided to try over here. It was a holiday weekend, and the wait was about 45 minutes. Not bad, but they said they had a table available upstairs on the balcony now. We were starving so we took it. It wasn't TOO warm but thankfully I brought a nice jacket. It was beautiful up there if it had been a little warmer. We didn't go for an appetizer, but they brought us a list of their fresh fish. Brought it fresh that morning (love that), I had the Halibut which came with a rhubarb chutney and cabbage. YUM. My fiancé had the bacon wrapped scallops. Both of our entrees were amazing! The servers were great, the place had so many unique dishes I just can't wait to go back one day and try them again. They had some interesting cocktails too I'd like to try! If you're into something a little different, fresh ingredients and NOT bar food. GO HERE. You won't regret it!

    (4)

  • Richard Y.

    Fine dining in an elegant atmosphere. Ordered Caribbean jerk chicken appetizer which was amazing...tips slightly toasted and center warm and juicy with excellent flavor. I got the red curry shrimp and assistant got the seafood ciopinno. They were both good especially the sauce. Get the feeling doesn't matter what you order because everything here is good. Damage was $73. Not bad considering great atmosphere and food. Oh and also there are fresh flowers decorating the table.

    (4)

  • Arabella B.

    I got hooked on Hooked..so corny right? In all honesty though their Crab Soup was THEE BEST soup I've had in a very long time. That Crab meat garnish was perfect. Pretty much everything we ordered was delicious and we had a group of 7 that all got apps and entrees (lots of food). After all the craziness at Seacrets this place was a good pick. Definitely worth the cab fare. I recommend asking what the seasonal Margarita is. We tried the Pomegranate Marg and it was perfect.

    (5)

  • Sheila H.

    What a wonderful surprise! After reading a few reviews, we took a chance and boy did it pay off. The atmosphere was nice and quiet, the service was great. Beginning with the amazing bread and olive oil while waiting for our crab bisque, which was heavenly to our awesome entrees of ciopinno and the flounder special. The food was fresh, unique, and the flavors well blended. Definitely the highlight of our trip.

    (5)

  • Jeffrey J.

    We arrived at this place Saturday evening. I order the calamari & the bacon scallop. The food was okay, was not impressed by it. The wait was about 30-35 minutes. One of my friends order a chicken salad but received a piece of fish on her salad.

    (3)

  • Tiffany Y.

    My family and I arrived at this resturant hoping to enjoy a great lunch. When we asked for available seating, we were told it would be a 30 - 45 minute wait, with no other seen group waiting other than a couple, whom were told it would be a 15 minute wait. The hostess was very rude and condescending when asked about a empty table outside. My family and I didn't feel it was worth a 30 minute wait. Maybe if the staff was more inviting we would have stayed.

    (2)

  • ron w.

    In a sea of of corn dog stands, Thrasher's Fries outlets, and Candy Kitchens in every strip mall, there is a city invaded by an army of vacationers with fanny packs dangling from bloated bellies taking a weekend out of the Double Wide to worship at the culinary shrine of mediocrity. You have arrived in Ocean City, MD and adrift in this vast sea of fast food, there it is, just up ahead...Hooked. The restaurant's hook is "Fresh, Honest, Local", which may describe the staff more than the food. The place is run by a gaggle of cheerful cherubs, who know what they're doing, for the most part and for whom they are doing it, for the most part. Its like going to a Puppy Park as the little lollipops hustle platters, plates, and trays from the kitchen to the tables. They do it efficiently and with a smile as wide as some of the fannies on the Boardwalk. (Kim Kardashian, eat your heart out). Now, did the food hook me? Not exactly. The Wedge Salad was, well, a quartered wedge of Iceberg lettuce, bleu cheese which shows up here and there in several other dishes. There were a few halved cherry tomatoes, micro bacon chips, (next they will serve bacon dust) and chive crumbs, (whatever they are). A pickled onion had been dragged weeping over the 3 wedge quarters and a ladle of thin bleu cheese aioli drizzled over the whole pile. Hmm...only because I am supposed to eat my vegetables. The bread service consisted of one piece per person of Rosemary Focaccia soaked in garlic and olive oil. It was like eating a wet sponge. There were some dinner options, which candidly I passed up in favor of grazing on a row of "Fresh Starts". (a typo?). I had Buttermilk Battered Fried Oysters with a Spicy Mayo. (Mayo with Sriracha). This was followed by some Bacon Wrapped Scallops with more Spicy Mayo? And then Jerk Chicken Wings with, let's say it together, Spicy Mayo. Oy Vey-o...hold the Mayo. The oysters were decent enough, and so were the scallops but they came swaddled in almost raw bacon. So, off that came. The scallops were tender but the bacon should have been par-cooked first until they rendered out, and then wrapped around the scallops before getting a turn in the Salamander. The Jerk Chicken Wings (4) were carved off a pterodactyl. They were huge, fatty, slightly underdone, as in not crisp, and required creative Greco-Roman wrestling to tackle the meat and wrest it from the bone. Both the scallops and chicken wings sat on Succotash which was okay as a platform but seemed to show up in various other dishes as much as the Spicy Mayo. The Roasted Corn and Jalapeno Crab Bisque was a cup of Bechamel Sauce with spicy deconstructed Succotash. It sounded amusing...on paper. The Cup of Garlicky (sp) Spinach was just that. A cup of wilted spinach and slivers of steamed garlic. The Baby Garlic 'n Parmesan Steak Frites were as soft as a Comfort Inn pillow. Ain't they supposed to be crisp outside and creamy inside? Ask Ludo Lefevre at Petit Trois in LA, he'll tell you. Never mind, he won't answer the phone as he is too busy slingin' great Frites and eats. All in all, if you're in Ocean City, MD. you'll do well to dine here, but remember this is a town where Cotton Candy gets battered, fried and served in Styrofoam containers to lines of eager eaters. The same folks that designed Bourbon St. in the French Quarter of New Orleans as a tourist Mecca are bringing you the dining options in Ocean City, MD. Was I rooked at Hooked? No, not really. There is a nice collection of local brews and acceptable cocktails to help drown your dining sorrows. The owners are nice people, the staff genuinely attentive, helpful and charming. The food just doesn't measure up to, say, the Henlopen City Oyster House just one Ocean City up the road in Delaware. Maybe, save your seafood jones for there.

    (3)

  • Amber F.

    LOVE THIS PLACE! It's a bit out of the way from OC Boardwalk, but not too far and definitely worth the detour. We didn't want just any ordinary fast food around the boardwalk, so we found Hooked through yelp and decided to give it a try for lunch. NOT DISAPPOINTED! We had the crab dip, crab cake burger and the shrimp tacos. First things first, I'm allergic to seafood unless it's super fresh (I'm allergic to the iodine), and I was fine after eating the tacos. I concluded that the seafood here is relatively fresh that didn't trigger my allergy. I wasn't bold enough to try the crab dip and crab cake, but my friends really love them. As for me, I LOVE THE SHRIMP TACOS. Highly recommended. It comes with 2 small soft tacos topped with fried shrimp, cabbage, pickled onions... I'm a big fan of having different textures of food in a bite. It also has spicy mayo sauce on top, which made the taco that much better. It's also a pretty decent portion for lunch. The service was also great. Our server, Jamie, was super friendly and attentive. He offered us his opinions on the food selection and gave us options for if we just want a quick bite. Also extremely accommodating when we were being somewhat picky with where to sit. We sat outside next to the bar, and I saw that the drinks were made with freshly squeezed fruits!! We already had a lot to drink that day so we didn't order drinks from Hooked... but I would definitely try it next time I visit OC! So if everything was so perfect, why 4 stars instead of 5? That's because I felt like the menu was really small and doesn't have a lot of options, especially for someone who's allergic to seafood like me.

    (4)

  • Jose N.

    Good food and nice environment . The was fresh and well presented. The atmosphere was chill and relax.

    (4)

  • Joanna R.

    Yes, just yes! If you have a few extra dollars to spare come eat here. The food is fantastic. You can tell the chef really knows their stuff. We had the calamari, crab bisque, scallops with corn and cheese grits and salmon curry. Our server and bartender Sean also helped make our experience enjoyable with his great personality. He makes a mean peach margarita. Even though this place is not right on the water we did not go without.

    (5)

  • Kealii G.

    This is a nice place and holds up to their motto of fresh, honest and local. The best thing I had was the roasted corn jalapeño crab bisque. Soooo delicious but did not notice any heat from jalapeño? Also had the crab cake entre. I thought the crab cake was a bit bland and overpowered by the acidity of the cous cous and greens. My wife had the seared scallops. They were amazing and I could not stop picking at her cheesy grits with roasted corn and poblano. She did not think the bacon broth added to the dish. We were too full for dessert. I would like to come back for lunch.

    (4)

  • Siyar N.

    Bloody marry was so different and thick they used a lot of horse radish and they just over pricey like $9 for orange crush! Friendly bartender thu

    (1)

  • T W.

    Tried the boom boom fish tacos, bacon wrapped scallops, and jalapeño crab dip... everything tasted great, especially the flavor of the roasted corn that came with the scallops.. would definitely recommend this place

    (4)

  • Michelle J.

    This restaurant is definitely not the normal Ocean City type of restaurant. It still has the laid back feel, but also adds a flare of fresh local ingredients with a little more classy feel compared to the normal OC restaurants that you can just walk in with a coverall over your bathing suit. I can see that this place is a nice date restaurant and has a beach ambiance with a little fine dining flare. For the food...the menu changes a bit day to day and week to week but the staple foods are always on the menu - there may be a change in the vegetable used or the sauce or other ingredients based on local and seasonal availability. The apps - tried the buttermilk battered calamari with spicy mayo and micro celery - this was nicely battered and had a nice crunch to it. Definitely a good starter to share. If they have their beet salad on the menu, I'd recommend that...dressing was nice and light and the arugula and goat cheese complimented it very well. I tried the seared scallops for my entree. The scallops weren't the HUGE ones that you may normally get at fine dining restaurants when you only get maybe 3-4. Instead I had about 5-7 medium sized ones. The scallops were tender and I liked the greens and the cheesy grits with it as complements to the dish. However, the dish was a little too salty for my liking to the point where I couldn't finish my meal, but I may also have a more sensitive palette compared to the norm. For the drinks...The specialty cocktails were very well made and had just the right amount of alcohol! Try the sangria...it's pretty refreshing! There are also lots of local and unique beers on tap and they're always changing. They don't take reservations so it's first come first serve basis. If you're thinking about coming here with a big party, maybe send a rep to put your name down first or just get there really early. I can see it getting packed in the summer and on the weekends. I went during the off season and there was still a line to get seated. Bon appetit ya'll!

    (3)

  • Anuk F.

    Awesome seafood dishes. Its also a good place to take kids. Probably one of the best restaurants in OC.

    (5)

  • Nima S.

    Great meals and great service. You might have to wait a while to be seated but the food is worth it.

    (5)

  • Ethel B.

    One of the best meals of my life! I was surprised to find such an experience in Ocean City, MD. We had a wedge salad, cioppino, and the fudge terrine with coffee ice cream and an inspired sprinkle of hazel nuts. Don't miss this place!!!

    (5)

  • Bobby K.

    On our last day in OC, we decided to have lunch here at Hooked. We enjoyed all of our dishes and it was quite a nice change from the seafood overload from rest of the week. Our waitress was friendly and helpful and we chose the favorites she suggested. The indoor atmosphere was sophisticated and clean. I would definitely return for their dinner menu.

    (5)

  • Michelle D.

    Came here for brunch on Sunday during MDW, surprisingly not busy. They were able to sit our group of 8 no problem. Room was well lit with natural sunlight. The Pandora or Spotify station they had was on point, indie pop relaxing indie rock upbeat stuff. The service was amazing, she made conversation with us, asked us how we found out about the place, explained details about the menu. I wish I remembered her name, but she was so pleasant and great. She even gave our group a free calamari appetizer. Literally some of the best service I've had. Appetizer: The fried calamari is some of the best I've had. I think it's a chipotle aioli sauce if I remember correctly. We also ordered the crab dip, which comes out sizzling and amazing. Just upon the appetizer alone my friends and I were like we need to come back here. Drinks: A bunch of us had the special margarita of the day which was pomegranate (my fave!), very refreshing, huge size, strong pomegranate flavor and was able to get us buzzed. Entrees: I had the special entree of the day which was a fried soft shell crab sandwich. Some had the truffle burger that was on point. Some ordered a crab cake. Everything was so fresh and cooked to perfection. I can't wait to come back here again when I'm in OC next. Hopefully with the same server and with the same specials.

    (5)

  • Grace D.

    Amazing service. Waited only 20 short minutes for a table, and the waitress was very friendly. She recommended her favorites, my boyfriend got one of them (the ahi tuna) & loved it. I had the wedge salad with grilled shrimp added. The grilled shrimp was the best I've had in awhile. Bread was great, appetizer calamari was pretty good. We would definitely go back.

    (4)

  • Ali T.

    We have been here several times. One word: calamari. It was fantastic. The rest of the menu also rocks, and the drinks are well made. So far no complaints and we plan on coming back often.

    (5)

  • Matt E.

    Amazing! My girlfriend and I went here for lunch and ate at the outside bar area which was very nice. She got the crab cake sandwich I got the fried fish sandwich the food was great and fresh and the drinks were even better I highly recommend and will be going back

    (5)

  • Adam G.

    4 stars because of 2 reasons. 1) Sangria was sub par, it tasted like someone took unsweetened Snapple and mixed in some vodka. 2) Truffle burger overall was really good but I requested it be medium and the burger was well done. Not sure if it was a communication issue between waitress and cook, or the cook just over cooked the burger but it wasn't what I requested. Overall experience was good. Our waitress Alexis was a very good host. The atmosphere was nice, food overall was very delicious. Unfortunately the pesto fries are no longer on the menu but if requested they can be made (They should be a regular menu item!). We will definitely be back again.

    (4)

  • Steph R.

    My S.O. and I grabbed a quick bite with cioppino and bacon wrapped scallops. Everything was well cooked with a nice balance. For a clean seafood restaurant with a romantic feel, Hooked is highly recommended!

    (5)

  • Eric A.

    This place never disappoints. My wife and I have enjoyed this place for a nice lunch or dinner without the kids or dinner with the whole family. We have been there 4 or 5 times since December and every time we go, there is something new on the menu. This is our "go to" place in OC. Everything is fresh and homemade with lots of flavor and quality. This is not your traditional OCMD restaurant. First of all, they have a small, but solid beer selection on tap taking into account the season as well as a very nice seasonal cocktail selection. Appetizers are great. Mussels, calamari, crab dip, etc. sandwiches and tacos are great for lunch. In January, I had one of the best sandwiches I've ever had, a surf and turf with short ribs and lobster mac and cheese. The fries are hand cut and amazing, especially when you get them smothered in Gruyere and bacon. Even the burger is really good. The dinners are just as good. This past weekend I had scallops with cheese grits and bacon green beans. Wow! The fish specials are always excellent. Honestly, it is one of the few places I know that I will like anything on the menu. Finally, the desserts are unbelievable. French toast bread pudding with house made cinnamon ice cream. Carmel salted fudge with mocha ice cream. Lemon berry cheesecake. From a seasoned business traveller and foodie, I highly recommend this place.

    (5)

  • Rachael B.

    We've been coming to OCMD for years and this is hands down the best dining experience we've ever had - from the service to the food, I cannot say enough good things about Hooked!!! I started with a refreshing grapefruit crush which was so good. Appetizers were divine!! Calamari and the flatbread were SO good but the killer was the roasted corn and jalapeño crab bisque. It was heavenly! Our entrees were equally amazing! My husband has the Steak Frites ( cooked to perfection) and I had the scallops. You can tell that all ingredients are fresh and the chef cares about pleasing his/her guests. Quality and taste!!!!! The service was lovely , attentive, helpful and sweet - great teamwork and overall an amazing dining experience. We will be back for sure and spread the word about how great Hooked is!!

    (5)

  • Dante C.

    Place was nice, interesting layout. Server was very pleasant and food was enjoyable. Calamari was REALLY GOOD Fish Tacos were also on point Bisque was salty but good. Would certainly return next time in OC

    (4)

  • Megan W.

    The food here was delicious! I was very smart...not and went here on a busy night, but the food was still hot and yummy!

    (4)

  • Sandra M.

    Love, love this place! We ate here last year as well and it still is the best! From drinks, apps, entrees nothing was disappointing. A group of 9 people and we were sat right away but it was at 5pm...there's definitely a wait of you show up later. The flat bread is amazing and we ordered calamari for apps. My husband had the scallops and I had the crab cake with Israeli couscous salad...all fresh fresh and cooked to perfection. Others had the Ciopinno and Tuna which they were raving about. They have a kids menu which my son was happy with chicken tenders and the best tater tots according to him. Their cocktails are refreshing and delicious, we had the orange crush and peach margarita. I would eat here nightly if I could! Highly recommend for fresh seafood and non of the fried nonsense elsewhere!

    (5)

  • June K.

    After reading the reviews, I went with my family here for lunch. The restaurant had a good atmosphere, upscale, yet casual enough that we didn't feel intimidated going in. The service was quick and the waitress was very nice. The crab bisque was delicious, it made me wish I had ordered one for myself instead of just taking a taste of my husband's. The calamari appetizer was a bit on the salty side but salty is like the norm at most restaurants. The spicy mayo sauce complimented the battered calamari well and I found myself devouring most of it. The crab cake sandwich here has now set the bar for me in terms of crab cakes. I have tried crab cakes before but most of them were full of fillers and that's what I thought they were like. However, the crab cake here had a deliciously seasoned crust and had nothing but crab inside, and I was in heaven. The arugula added a very pleasant touch to the overall flavor of the sandwich. I tried a couple of bites of the oyster sandwich, which my daughter and I agreed wasn't that great (what was great was that there were plenty of oysters in the sandwich). I think it might have been the iceberg lettuce. I felt it sort of detracted from the flavor of the oysters. The fries here were crisp and prepared so well that my daughter doggy bagged the leftovers to munch on later. Since we were only here for the weekend, there really weren't that many chances to try out different restaurants, so I am glad that we dined at Hooked which gave us a great impression of the dining here. We will definitely be eating here again on our next visit to OC.

    (5)

  • Andy E.

    Finding places like this is why I Yelp!! I eat out about 100+ times per year on business, and the cioppino I had at Hooked last night was the best resturant dish I've had in the last 5 years. My wife had the seared scallops over cheesy grits with caramelized onions. OMG. The Caesar salad we had as an appetizer was also great. Top it off with an inviting decor, friendly waitstaff, and a complete wine list, and you have the recipe for a wonderful dining experience. I don't give many 5-star reviews, but it would be impossible not to give one to this place.

    (5)

  • Janet C.

    Great service. Nice atmosphere. Delicious food. Definitely a different dining experience one is usually used to in a beach-town. We ordered the cioppino (which was delicious and had a ton of seafood in it), tuna special (perfectly cooked) and the curry shrimp dish. I am not giving 5 stars because my friends shrimp dish only came with 4 shrimp and that was disappointing.

    (4)

  • Carla C.

    Wonderful experience! A casual, family friendly atmosphere with fine dining cuisine! I highly recommend the corn and crab bisque. I could have had 10 bowls of it.

    (5)

  • Adrienne B.

    We wanted a nicer restaurant with decent pricing and found it here. the food was amazing not one item anyone of the 6 of us ordered had a negative comment. The wait was the worst part because we were hungry but the food was delectable!!

    (5)

  • Katrina H.

    Food was delicious, but service was pretty slow. Took them a while, maybe 15 minutes, to get our drinks; and we ordered water. We were there for lunch and they weren't even busy. Other than the service, the place was alright.

    (4)

  • Aurora C.

    We were on vacation for my birthday, and came here for my birthday dinner. So glad I made this choice. The crab bisque was to die for! I could actually live on just that soup for the rest of my life and be completely satisfied. The Sangria was fresh and delicious. For my entree, I got the scallops over grits. The scallops were cooked to perfection, and the flavor of the sauce that they used was great. My boyfriend got the Salmon special for the night, and he was equally satisfied with his dish. For dessert we shared an excellent slice of the lemon ricotta cheesecake. The service was excellent. We will definitely be back on our next trip to OCMD!

    (5)

  • Brianna F.

    My family went here for lunch on the recommendation of a friend and it did not disappoint. I definitely support the locally-sourced concept of the restaurant and really appreciate all that they do to bring in fresh, local ingredients! Every part of the meal was excellent, from the appetizers we ordered to dessert. Our server was so kind and attentive. It's a can't-miss stop!

    (5)

  • Ashley S.

    Of the hundreds of places to eat in Ocean City, Hooked is it! The slogan, "fresh.honest.local" initially got my attention. I looked up the menu and reviews and I was intrigued by the entries that I had to check it out for myself. Gracious, I'm glad I did! The host was honest with the wait time (30 minutes) and I my party and I were seated around the time promised; it irks me otherwise. After being seated, it did take a while to get service, but once we did get attention we were good for the rest of the night. The server was knowledgable on all the items on the menu and was able to speak unbiasedly favorable on the menu items, which I appreciated as well. We ordered the calamari appetizer which was a little heavy on the salt, but it's deep fried not sure I could expect too much. We were also given what seemed to be homemade Italian bread, drizzled with evoo which was delectable. I had to to consciously watch myself eating the bread otherwise, I would have filled up before my actual entree came out. Not too long afterwards (someone in our party ordered surf-n-turf medium well-- so you can imagine how long that took) our food came out. I ordered the scallops over grits. My roots are in the south, so I know how grits are supposed to be prepared. I had one chunk in my grits but other than that, my tastebuds were in euphoria. The scallops were seared nicely, and everything from the garnish to the bits of braisin pork sealed the deal. I couldn't even tell you what we were talking about at the table, I was so into my food. I cleaned my plate. I was satisfied to the max. My toes are curling from reminiscing about it. I didn't have room for dessert; I thought it might be disrespectful to the scallops if I ate anything else for the rest of the night. I. am. Hooked. (all the pun)

    (5)

  • Jennifer A.

    Hooked has inside and outside seating. The customer service is awesome! The drinks are strong and their food is tasty. If you are a person who likes seafood, I recommend their mouth watering calamari!! I would definitely come back

    (5)

  • Jonathan R.

    I understand why this restaurant has such excellent reviews. The food was absolutely phenomenal I recommend getting there early for dinner I waited approximately an hour and 15 minutes (Arrival at 6pm) on a summer Thursday we enjoyed a drink at the outdoor bar while we waited. Appetizers The fried burrata was an excellent choice The fried calamari did not disappoint Salad The Caesar salad was the best I have ever had. Entrees The Scallops with grits were delightful The softshell crab special was outstanding according to the diner. The grilled shrimp and filet mignon entrée looked nice but I could not tell because the diner at my table chose to have it well done....Some people... The service was on point, my waiter was knowledgeable and attentive. I cannot say enough about the quality of my experience.

    (5)

  • rosa S.

    Just opened in May, this place has little to work out. Hooked is as its tag line suggests: Fresh, Honest, Local. An oasis in a sea of every beach town's bad food cliche/stereotype: All you can eat buffet/bib wearing crack your own crab/deep fried everything/barely a veggie except for fries, potato salad and cole slaw. Our first dinner was on a Wednesday night with a party of 10. They don't take reservations, so get here before 6pm to avoid a long wait. They have 2 floors, both indoor and outdoor seating, and 3 bars to ease the wait. It's also sandwiched between 2 retail shops so you can browse with your remote beeper that lights up when your table is ready. Interiors are clean, simple, good natural lighting and a little on the noisy side from hardwood floors, exposed wood ceilings and glass windows. Now on to the food... They had me a Truffle... 3 items on the menu feature that not so local, but definitely tasty fungi. Drinks: top shelf cocktails featuring fresh fruit and infusions, good selection of draft beers, wine, etc. Apps: Calamari with a spicy aioli ( most likely Siracha base) Tuna Pincho with house made Kimchi. ( mild fresh kimchi, not hardcore Ktown BBQ ) Crab Dip and house chips Mussels in coconut broth Clams in broth with corn and tomatoes Salads: Crispy Proscuitto, Melon, and Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese Caprese Salad (Tomato, basil, mozzarella) Asparagus Salad with Truffle aioli in butter lettuce cups Mains: (we had everything except for the Steak and Roast Chicken..I'm sure these were just as delicious, but .uh, the name of this place is hooked, not steered or plucked.) along with the seasonal menu, they also have 2 nightly specials. Crab cakes - not too heavy and very flavorful featuring Maryland crab, balance of crab and breading. Herb crusted Tuna with Squash ribbons and gazpacho purée Mahi with fingerling potatoes and white gazpacho Truffle Burger with Pesto Fries - yummmmmmmmmy (Side note: for the high maintenance Sally Albrights - you know who you are...you can get any protein with a salad or other Entrees vegetables with ease. They also do vegetarian entree with the day's fresh produce selection. Desserts: freshly made daily with house made whipped cream and ice cream. (In the works is a chocolate black pearl in clam shell Madeleine that is inspired by Mama's Fish House, Maui dessert) We sampled them all. Favorites : Key Lime Pie, Coconut Cream Pie with Oatmeal crust, Blueberry cobbler. Summary: It was so good that we came back on our last night (Friday). I actually waited to write this review for fear of it getting too crowded for our 2nd dinner, but word of mouth is already spreading regardless. Suggestions: take credit card reservations for parties of 8+ More cold appetizers like ceviche or raw oysters?

    (5)

  • Maria V.

    We went here for my daughter Birthday lunch. I had the Boom boom shrimp tacos, fish tacos and pizza from the kids menu. Best place for lunch in town. Great service and delicious food. My favorite place now. They deserve a place in Dinners,drive ins, and dives from the Food Network.

    (5)

  • Rob R.

    In from LA and some MD natives and I went their for taco Thursday. Best every tacos...sorry SoCal.

    (4)

  • Cindy C.

    This was definitely the best meal we had in OC. Everything we had was delicious and the service was great. The scallop dish was excellent and the calamari and flatbread appetizer were amazing. The prices were decent for the quality of food.

    (5)

  • Adam B.

    A great dinner find! The crab dip was absolutely delicious! And the fish and chips were fried perfect! Great microbrew beer selection!

    (4)

  • Shakeria G.

    Margarita please! Let's start off by stating the food amd the service was awesome. This place is ideal for a nice lunch/dinner ... Something different from the typical OC food. The drinks was delish peach margarita no salt perfect! The clams and crab flatbread appetizers perfect (my one pet peeve is that the clams I ordered was cooked with a andouille sausage being a vegetarian I think it's good for places to state this and they didn't so after one my partner ate the rest) I ordered the halibut seared in an garlic truffle oil with asparagus and spinach.. To dye for !! The desert delish I don't even know what it was but it was a great play on flavors. This place will definitely fine tune your senses.. It's simple yet delicious all in one. This place is must in Ocean City. But it doesn't come cheap

    (5)

  • Rosa L.

    This place was fabulous! We were walking to another restaurant and stumbled upon this gem! We had the calamari, peach margarita, strawberry mojito, fish and pesto fries...AMAZING! We are back for lunch today! A great experience! Great food, ambience and drinks! My new favorite OC restaurant!

    (5)

  • Joshua H.

    The bacon wrapped scallops were awesome. Thursday is fish and shrimp taco night. They both were good, the fish one was slightly dry. The crab cake was ok. A bit burnt on the bottom and not a lot of lump meat. The kids had mac and cheese. Was good, but seemed like a box of kraft mac n cheese. Their tator tots were great. The green beans where good. They did forget to bring out the fish for the kids, but we had so much food they didn't need it so they took it off the bill. I will definitely be going back again and would recommend it to everyone!

    (4)

  • Roy G.

    Simply the best!! Let's start with atmosphere...it's awesome!! Great indoor/outdoor location with two outdoor seating areas. The vibe is super friendly and the crowd is better than most places I've been to in OC. The staff...excellent!! Waitresses and waiters are top notch and live to interact, the hostesses and hosts are a pleasure to deal with. The managers and other staff also very accommodating and reAlly care about their patrons. Special shout out to John the bartender who went above and beyond in helping with a situation we had there when my fiancé dropped her engagement ring between the floor boards of the upper deck. The food....f***king AMAZING!!! In my book this is hands down the best food in OC right now. The meals we tried were impeccably well prepared. Taste was out of this world!! From the 1/2 chicken to the surf and turf to the seared tuna to the wahoo! It was unbelievable!! The appetizers were also equally as amazing, we had the chicken wings, calamari and tuna wraps. I could search for food this good for the rest of my life and possibly never find any! Hopefully this place stays this way!!

    (5)

  • Sheila C.

    Excellent food and service. The crab dip was awesome as was the chocolate ganache dessert. Compliments to the chefs!!!

    (5)

  • Chuck D.

    Went for dinner had to wait a bit but was able to sit at the bar and order appetizers while we waited. All of the food was top notch. We had the calamari, crab dip, tuna steak, my wife had a salad. Drinks were awesome wife had Georgia peach, I had the hooked lemonade.

    (5)

  • Chris D.

    This place is pretty sweet. I ordered a surf and turf which was very tasty and would order again. My friend ordered a marinated half chicken, but he loaded up on wings for an appetizer so he wasn't able to finish his marinated half chicken. I was the lucky one who got to finish it, and it was probably the best chicken I've ever had. It was so flavorful, and cooked just right. If you are in the area, definitely check out Hooked!

    (5)

  • Jason L.

    The food is farm and ocean to table, the service is excellent, everything is great... I love it here, I wish I lived closer. The Chincoteague oysters with pomegranate mignonette were perhaps the best oysters I've ever eaten.

    (5)

  • Laina G.

    Amazing meal! Went with a party of 11 and every single one of us loved it! Our favorites were the Seared Scallops and, the Seared Ahi Tuna. Drinks were great, service was great, atmosphere was great! A++

    (5)

  • Lynn F.

    All I can say is, my friend and I were pleasantly surprised! I had the scallops which was on a bed of noodles and pulled pork that tasted straight outta. NC. My friend had the fish and chips, delicious again! Definitely a re-do!

    (5)

  • Jaimee A.

    This was a nice, kid friendly restaurant. The service was great and it was super clean. We had: The grilled tuna pinchos - good but they could have been a bit more rare (I like my tuna still flopping!!) Crab dip - good but I have to be honest, I am starting to get sick of crab dip Scallops with corn and bacon over potatoes- very tasty - scallops were a bit overcooked, but I like my scallops raw Pan roasted chicken - delicious Kraft Mac N Cheese for the girls - which they loved Pesto fries - tasty Cheese grits - I think grits are gross under all circumstances but the hubby loved them All in all a nice dining experience with clean bathrooms.

    (3)

  • Leisa N.

    Haven't had a bad meal yet! Reasonably priced! Food so fresh! Tuna lettuce wraps excellent and some of the best calamari yet! Can't wait for next visit!

    (5)

  • Alli R.

    Decided to try Hooked after reading the great reviews here on Yelp. They were very much deserved! The waiter was very attentive, the decor was pleasant and the food was outstanding. I ordered the Thai Basil Seared Tuna. It was really good, with a large portion. However, there was a golf ball sized chunk of tuna that I couldn't cut through or eat. I believe it was part of the bloodline of the fish. My fiancee got the roasted salmon and I have to admit I was jealous and should have ordered that, although I did like my entree. The salmon was cooked to perfection. The cheesy grits were out of this world. Got an extra order to take home. The crab dip was also good, served with homemade kettle chips. Next time I am in Ocean City I'd love to go back.

    (5)

  • Jon S.

    They practice what they preach - farm - ocean - table. The results are fresh and delicious.

    (5)

  • Orrie B.

    I went with a group of 8 and This place was great. The crab and corn flatbread is really good and the corn they use complimented the crab surprisingly well. The crab dip was also good. I went with the surf and turf. The steak was cooked just right and the shrimp was good. The shrimp could've used a little more seasoning but it was still good to eat. The bread was good that they served. Overall everyone enjoyed their food...The only downside is there is no call ahead seating so if you go there on a weekend night, be prepared to wait for at least an hour and they were unable to split checks more than 3 ways which was a minor inconvenience.

    (5)

  • Lorrie N.

    Outstanding combination of flavors! Scallops with polenta and sweet potatoes are to die for. The service is amazing. The chef is personable and friendly. He is excited about the food he makes which given our experience is very well deserved. I would come back anytime and recommend it highly. We just had dinner at the chefs table at Delmonico's in Las Vegas and this was WAY BETTER!

    (5)

  • Sana N.

    This place really isn't anything special. The food was good, but not worth the prices (meals are all 20+). And the calamari comes with this spicy mayonnaise on top. It's tasty but very greasy and fatty. Service is fine, decor is good, as far as restaurants go it was overpriced for such an average experience.

    (3)

  • Amy D.

    This HAS to be the best restaurant in OCMD with incredible and knowledgeable staff! So happy we ended up here. Great calamari -Thai Basil Tuna, Surf & Turf , Roasted Chicken. Kids menu fried shrimp & fries( it did only have three shrimp FYI) and awesome Bloody Mary ( local Mary) Will definitely come back - writing this as I sit here it's that good! What Would make me give it 5 stars? -if it were located on the water or with a view. Food and service are excellent.

    (4)

  • Thomas M.

    Food was delicious. Setting was intimate, modern and family friendly. Service was prompt, knowledgable and pleasant. Little pricey but well worth it.

    (5)

  • Emi R.

    The presentation of the food was incredible and does the actual taste of the food justice. Service was great, he gave recommendations and visited our table frequently. Best food and service in OC

    (5)

  • Sylwia H.

    Incredibly friendly staff and atmosphere was perfect. Food was great and in my opinion the best we've had in this area. Specialty cocktails were just ok. I expected more burst of flavor. The calamari was amazing, lettuce wraps were not my favorite but the scallop main dish was to die for. Dessert had good flavor, but too much ice cream, not enough fudge. The staff really made our day and are so amazing with kids. We loved it, super classy!!

    (4)

  • C S.

    Went for Thursday taco night, great fish tacos and a nice atmosphere. Vibe inside is very Annapolis/DC (so dress appropriately). Managed to scope out some other diners dishes as we sat, all food looked delicious. Very friendly staff. Definite thumbs up.

    (4)

  • Evan L.

    There is a restaurant that is reasonably priced, provides excellent service, and creates dishes worthy of a respectable foody. The surprising part that I never thought I would be able to write without my tongue firmly planted in my cheek is that restaurant resides in Ocean City, MD and it is called "Hooked". In the off season, e.g., mid-November, one can have an individual appetizer, any entree off their menu, and a dessert for $25. Folks, this is a deal not to be missed. I don't often give 5 stars. You need to try Hooked.

    (5)

  • Meg M.

    Delicious! We had the crab dip and mussels to start. Shared the wedge with a crab cake on the side and the scallops with the corn and cheese grits. Yum! Good service and nice atmosphere outside seating!

    (5)

  • Andrew R.

    Wow, just wow. So fresh, so delicious. It is a must try next time you are in OC. I had the fresh fish and chips. It was so fresh I didn't even feel bad eating fried food. The orange crushes in Mason Jars were very good (strong, yet refreshing).

    (5)

  • John G.

    HOOKED is as they say Off The Hook but that is the name of another one of Co-owners Steve Hagen and Kevin Frye's restaurants. Tonight to close out a fantastic vacation week at OCMD we had an absolutely fantastic meal at Hooked. My sister ordered a Fried Burratta, pancetta with grilled asparagus a tomato sauce and crispy basil. This is the creamiest fried cheese you'll ever want to try and the mixture os asparagus and tomato with the fresh cris bail is a great compliment. Her meal was a Surf & Turf which consisted of a Med. filet with a skewer of Shrimp and some local raised potatoes and a green bean almandine salad.My wife tried the roasted Corn & Jalapeño Bisque with the Spinach Salad she raved about how good the Blue Cheese bacon and eggs blended in with the Warm Mustard Vinaigrette Dressing. Of course the fire lady did say the soup could have used more Jalapeños. My BIL Joe had the. Roasted Salmon with local sage roasted arugula, leeks,squash,tomatoes & shallots. I had the Thai Basil Seared Tuna it was accompanied with local Zucchini and yellow noodles with wasabi peas pea shoots and a house made ponzu. There was no fishy taste to this Tuna and it was seared perfectly with a dark red inside. The ponzu added a tanginess but not overly stringent flavor to the fresh Vegetables and tuna. All of us left very pleased with our meals. Hooked is very simple as far as ambiance goes with white walls and beachy paintings the staff is very pleasant and willing to answer all questions on their simple but complex menu. I recommend you try this if you want that high class menu that comes complete with complex taste and texture but at a moderate price. Hooked is truly an East Coast jem. I can't wait to return next year! Special thanks to Brian our Waitperson excellent job.

    (5)

  • Timothy R.

    great food cooked to perfection- OK prices. good cocktails- high priced. overall good and will be back

    (5)

  • Cathy J.

    So delicious. The tuna was perfect, as was the arugula grapefruit salad. Orange crush was pretty good, too. Enjoyed the band upstairs and world cup was on, too.

    (5)

  • Angelo A.

    food and service all very good every dish was awesome. Will be back in a few weeks. Will be a highlight of trip.

    (5)

  • Joel M.

    Great service, great food!

    (5)

  • David O.

    Make sure to take a shower and get the beach off of you before you come to the wonderful oasis that is Hooked. It is more of what you'd expect for a 3 dollar sign restaurant for the $$ prices. The paintings on the wall, the complimentary focaccia, and the service were outstanding. Highly recommend the cookie dough cheese cake.

    (5)

  • Mark L.

    I had a good experience with this restaurant. I went on the recommendation of a friend with no recommendation on what was good. I ordered the marinated skirt steak and was impressed at how tender and tasty it was, the accompanying asparagus was also delicious. I wasn't crazy about the potato salad that came along with my dish, but I'm also picky with my potato salad. I was able to taste the seared scallops and they are out of this world. The grits are fantastic! I would definitely eat at one of their other "hooked" restaurants!

    (5)

  • Karen C.

    Went here on a vacation dinner with my husband. We got several rounds of appetizers as opposed to entrees - all of them were delicious, great flavor combos. Definitely get the mussels! Our drinks were good (although a bit pricey) and the service and wait staff were friendly and took great care of us. Only downside I really have is that it was a bit warm and muggy inside, they need to crank up the AC or install some ceiling fans just to avoid that, as we all know how humid MD can be!

    (4)

  • Tony H.

    Great place. Try the seafood club sandwich! Best with fried oysters. Calamari a must! Delish. Very clean. Friendly servers. Pesto fries were great! I'm hooked on hooked! Will go back for sure. Drinks are served in glass jars for that mayonnaise like feel.

    (4)

  • Crystal F.

    Everything was perfect. We went on a Thu night. Seated right away. Friendly host, bartender, and waitress. They have $2 fish or shrimp tacos on Thu. Hubby and I split one if each and split the basil scented seared tuna. Everything we ate was fantastic. Perfectly prepared and fresh, including the drinks from the bar. It was great way to start our long weekend vacay. We will definitely be back during our next visit to OC.

    (5)

  • Michelle C.

    We visited this place after seeing it on Yelp. And it definitely lived up to expectations. We often try to find a good place to eat in OC, this was by far the best food I've had in town. Scallops were to die for, other people in my party had the Tilapia and Surf and Turf. So good! Added shrimp skewers were delicious too. Not one complaint, highly recommended, I'd eat here every night. They had a kids menu, and very friendly service.

    (5)

  • Ashley W.

    After reading all the reviews, my mom and I decided to try it while visiting OCMD for a girls weekend ! Let me just say....AMAZING. We had the crab dip which had huge clumps of crab, the seared scallops which was by far the best scallop entree I've ever had and my mom had the surf and turf which she said was incredible. If you're looking for a place that buys local and has an awesome atmosphere/service then you MUST check out Hooked!

    (5)

  • John B.

    Great food great service. Ample bar space. The half chicken is great, the pork is great, and all the seafood is worth the trip to this great restaurant

    (5)

  • Nicole M.

    This meal was unbelievable! It was so good it makes me want to use descriptions that I hate. "TO DIE FOR!!!" and "PHENOMENAL!!!" come to mind. Service was incredible. I don't care that they were dressed casually. Our server was top notch and his outfit didn't change how freaking delicious the food was. Sangria and the bees knees were great cocktails. Fried oysters were amazing. GO HERE! This is my third OCMD vacation and by far the best meal I've had!

    (5)

  • Sara W.

    Wow they how to put a delicious meal right in front of me! I'm going back for the exceptional taste this place brings to the table! Thank you HOOKED!!!!

    (4)

  • Josie C.

    This past week we visited Hooked based on Yelp reviews and, I must tell you the food along with the friendly & professional service was worth our wait! Our appetizers included the pesto fries, kale chips,tuna wrapped lettuce & mussels. Every plate was worth every bite full! Our main courses included crab cakes, fish & chips, the local farm, Cioppino & the ancho marinated chicken every meal deserves a 5 star not to mention our server who was friendly and very product knowledgeable.

    (5)

  • Kerri A.

    Meal and service was outstanding! The reviews are on point. Started with the crab dip, then we each had a different entree (scallops, surf and turf and crab) - everyone loved it! Even the kids meals were fantastic (filet mignon for my son and chicken tenders for my daughter - both with watermelon) Highly recommend.

    (5)

  • Pat B.

    We went to dinner here tonight given the positive Yelp reviews. The server, I think his name was Joe, didn't tell us his name or the specials tonight. He did patiently wait for us to decide on our orders. The food was OK. My husband's fillet cooked medium looked and tasted well done. It was cut too thin, I think. My crab cakes were not special, there was filler. My daughter's shrimp was good. I did not experience the great service or food others have experienced.

    (2)

  • Kerry Beth J.

    A friend and I stopped in on our way elsewhere to enjoy live music, and I'm glad we did! There was a wait we didn't have time for, so we ate at the bar indoors. A ton of ambiance with homemade infused vodkas and tequilas behind the bar, and mixed drinks served in mason jars, we both ordered the scallops served over grits and were beyond pleased. I've never had grits I ate more than a bite of before, but the rest of the dish sounded so yummy, I ordered it anyway. I devoured them! The scallops were perfectly cooked, and the chunks of pancetta were fantastic treats, scattered through. I'll definitely try this place again in the future!

    (4)

  • Chels P.

    After screening yelp for a high reviewed restaurant that is open in off season oc, hooked caught my attention. We decided to go for light fare dinner and opted for appetizers. I ordered the clams, and my boyfriend ordered the calamari. The clams came in an amazing buttery garlic lemon sauce which I was literally drinking because it was so good. Calamari was perfect. Perfectly cooked, and delicious. I even got half off on my order because Wednesday is ladies night 50% off. We are thinking about going back for dinner! If not this trip I will definitely be adding to my list for next time.

    (4)

  • david g.

    best meal we had while on vacation great food, great service and very nice atmosphere we will be back

    (5)

  • Joe W.

    Hooked was great good drinks great meal great service expensive for family but more than willing to drop a hundred for the meal when we get treated like we did we will def back next year

    (5)

  • Calli P.

    Great place to enjoy local, fresh food. I tried the crab bisque, mussels, crab dip, and salmon blt- all awesome choices. I will definitely be back to explore other dishes! The service was excellent as well!

    (5)

  • Samantha G.

    Fresh, colorful, yummy, and served with enthusiasm. All while at the beach. LOVED this meal. My girlfriends and I had our annual beach weekend and chose this as our one night out. We could not have made a better choice. Even the house Cab was yummy. My meal, starting with the burrata before my scallops with corn and grits, was fabulous. Not overpowering and definitely the right amount of food. Not too little, not too much. A good choice for Ocean to Table. I recommend the bar and corner booths upstairs.

    (5)

  • Lisa T.

    A great meal for everyone at the table!

    (5)

  • Cheryl K.

    Wow. Absolutely incredible. First, let me just say that if you're coming for dinner, come a little early. By the time my friend and I left around 6:30, the place was packed and there were tons of people outside waiting for a table. The word is definitely out that this is a great place. The service was fantastic. Our server was friendly and helpful and the food and drinks came out really quickly. For drinks, I had a peach margarita (delicious and very peachy) and my friend had a blueberry martini of sorts (loaded with fresh berries). Both were good, but the margarita was a good compliment to dinner. We were served some bread which came pre-drizzled with olive oil and herbs. Very tasty. We ordered the crab and chips appetizer which came out very quickly. I'm more accustomed to seeing thinks like bread or pieces of pita served with crab dip and the crunchy kettle-style chips were an excellent compliment to the gooey cheese and hunks of crab. Both the dip and chips weren't too salty, which is usually the case with these types of dishes. I am not too big on seafood (blasphemy, I know!) so while my friend ordered halibut (a special) I ordered a salad and a side of squash. The squash was lightly fried in olive oil, perfectly (lightly) seasoned with salt. It was a mix between yellow squash and zucchini. My salad was absolute perfection. It contained bibb lettuce, chopped asparagus, crumbled egg, bacon pieces, slivers of hard cheese, and came with a truffle dressing. Absolute heaven. The salad and side were perfectly sized and made a great alternative to a standard entree. Overall, this was one of the best restaurants I've been to this year. I will definitely, absolutely, be back when in OC again.

    (5)

  • Tim P.

    My wife and I had lunch here. Quality and service was excellent. We split 2 appetizers, crab bisque and little neck clams. I had the burger and she had a salad with crab cake. Will definitely return, definitely nice to see a place with different menu options other than the usual wings and fried fish sandwiches.

    (5)

  • David D.

    My wife and I had an amazing dinner here last night. The food was excellent, even though the fish tacos were not on the main menu, the staff still allowed us to order them in the main restaurant which was a nice touch. They have a nice kids menu and my daughter got a kick out of drawing on the paper tablecloth, and supplied crayons for the little ones. The wait staff was nice and the food was delivered quickly. They have a nice outside bar area, and a nice selection of craft beers. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a good seafood place!

    (5)

  • Marian F.

    We went here for lunch few days ago. Appetizers, sandwiches, drinks, service, everything was five stars, way above expectations. Try their calamari !

    (5)

  • Jason B.

    Wow. This was the best meal we had all week in OC. 1) the staff was amazing and very quick to accommodate our party of 7 with 3 small children. 2) the food was not only suburb but fast, they even created a custom made a meal that wasn't on the menu to accommodate the cravings of one our party. 3) Fantastic atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Tony M.

    And in conclusion........... Probably the best calamari I've eaten. Mix that with a crab cake entree with zero filler, and it makes for a nice dinner. The only problem I have here is that half of the dishes either have bacon in them or are bacon infused. It's kind of bacon overkill. Why does anyone need bacon if the dish is already good? Besides that, why do so many people think bacon makes everything better? It really doesn't, it's just trendy. I'm surprised there isn't a Bacon infused, Applewood bacon topped with bacon bacon bread sandwich with bacon aoli and bacon garnish dish. Anyway, aside from bacon overload, I give it 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Chrissie P.

    We loved hooked on the past. But not now. We used to get the jerk wings and the calamari. We went on a recent trip and ordered to go. They are always super busy and are only open till 10pm. The food is decent, good but the menu is pretty small and limited. What we didn't like was that we ordered two orders of wings. There normally are 8-10 regular wings in there. This time each box had four like teradactyl wings. They looked just like that with a bunch of extra skin and it was not easy to eat. Plus the seasoning was minimal. They were very bland and just awful. Plus they looked unappetizing. I am not sure why they came like that but they were soooo disappointing. The calamari was ok but this time they drizzled way too much of their aoli sauce on top. They weren't as great as they were when we went a year ago. Because of the wing situation we will never go back.

    (2)

  • Jim B.

    I feel strongly that if one were to eat at Hooked for an extended period of time it may actual speed up their evolutionary clock - causing one to develop gills, fins and scales - in an effort to get closer to the source of the delectable, deep-sea dishes served with perfection here. As I write this now I can't help but to hear those steel drums and xylophones in the background as the crab from that movie harmoniously leads schools of fish and scores of clams in singing "Under The Sea", while I creep up on the unsuspecting whole lot of them poised to strike for a snack like the hungry merman that I've become. Reading this review and wondering if maybe I might have a negative comment to say about Hooked? I wouldn't hold your breath. The food, the service, the atmosphere... let's just say that everything went swimmingly. I was a tough call choosing between the Seared Scallops and the Cioppino. Both dishes sounded like seafood heaven to me, but I sided with the Cioppino with it sounding more like a smorgasbord having shrimp, scallops, clams, fin fish, mussels, and even a little chorizo sausage in it. It was a good choice. I found myself sucking the broth up with a straw when I finished. No, I'm not proud, but I never have claimed to be. Our server said Hooked is known for its sea scallops, and with this being Ocean City, I had Maryland blue crab on my mind... So, just to be safe I order a side crab cake and a side of scallops. Decandent? I know, but man was it worth it. I paid for it in the end... literally... when the bill came around, but still worth it. Well, I didn't just get the crab cake and scallops for me, I shared them with the table. Just like the table shared some of the best calimari I've ever eaten with me... you know, squid pro quo... (ok, I'll strike that last poorly devised joke from the record). I suppose that instead of evolving into a predatory fish it might be easier and faster to just get a job washing dishes at Hooked. That way you can scrap up and eat all the left over food from the bus pans (if any) and simply lick the Cioppino bowls clean instead of slurpping it up daintily with a straw like a snob, which is how I was forced to do it being that I was in public space.

    (5)

  • Win C.

    After being disappointed with my favorite seafood restaurant in Ocean City, I knew I had to redeem myself and find another replacement during my stay in Ocean City. As I was looking over the menu with the family, we all approved and decided to come here. It was also an added bonus that it was only a 12 minute walk from our hotel. List from favorite to least favorite: 1) MUST TRY the scallops and grits! I agree with Cynthia D. that this was the best dish in this restaurant. The scallops were seared perfectly (soft but chewy) and the grits were so creamy. 2) The roasted corn and jalapeño crab bisque had a very clean taste to it and was more on the watery side as oppose to creamy. I personally like this style a lot more. 3) Pan-roasted chicken with prosciutto creme was another favorite for the night. Like i mentioned earlier, the sauce is very clean and they don't over-season the meal. They give you enough season so you can actually taste the freshness of the protein. 4) Mussels with a tomato based sauce was also cooked perfectly but I wished they were a little more plump. 5) Halibut and Salmon were good. 6) After going on 2 vacations in 2 weeks, I really just wanted some greens in my diet so I order the heirloom tomatoes salad with a side add on of scallops. I think Maryland overkills on the tomatoes. The tomatoes were delicious but I couldn't have more than a slice or two. Also, again, the scallops were amazing. 7) My least favorite dish of the night was the truffle corn with crabs on flatbread. I love everything truffle but these were just not good at all. It was dry and lacked flavor. Oh they also have mouthwash and lotion in the bathroom. I'd probably won't use them but it's nice to have around.

    (4)

  • Krissy P.

    After reading all the great yelp reviews, we decided to stop in while on vacation in OC. Overall I am glad we came and had such a delicious meal. We only had one mishap. We came around 7 or so and ended up waiting a while. It got to the point that every time we would see what was taking so long, they would tell us a few more minutes or the kicthen is backed up, we will be seating you shortly. My friends started to get antsy, so I went in and asked if the wait is actually worth it or should we go elsewhere. Thats when the manager came out and finally sat us. She was very pleasant and so was the staff. The decor is very plain, it is very open with white walls displaying beach artwork. The outside is cute and cozy with picnic tables and a mini bar to chill at while you wait for your table. The food is bangin'! So delicious and full of flavor. Everything is worth the price here. We started off with the calamari which just melted in your mouth it was so fresh. Then we had the crabcakes and bacon scallops as entrees. The crabcakes were a good portion and size. The bacon scallops was just awesome. The perfect amount of bacon, not to much but not to little. Just enough to still enjoy your scallops. I highly recommend this restaurant and if I come back to OC, this will def be one of the places I come back to.

    (5)

  • Claire S.

    Ordered peach strawberry sangria, jerk wings, crab corn Flatbread and a side of cheesy grits. Really awesome wings. The wings are the whole wing still attached, comes with 5 and they were super tasty. Two of my party ordered cioppino and they liked it. That dish had big shrimp and a nice sauce. One of us had fish and chips and it was pretty good but he loved the French fries most. My sweetheart ordered an orange crush which he said was "ridiculously good". My sangria was pretty nice as well.

    (4)

  • Chris W.

    This was our favorite restaurant in OC We ate there on Thursday and had a small wait The food and service was amazing . We wanted to try so many things we cancelled our reservations for the hobbit on Friday and went back for another great meal!!! We can't wait go back!!!!

    (5)

  • Peak F.

    Two words for you: Shrimp tacos! When my favorite place for fish tacos was closed we went on the search to find the next best thing. We tried a couple places before landing here @ Hooked. We always order a few different items then share all. We had the bacon wrapped scallops, 2 fish tacos & 2 shrimp tacos. My husband loved the fish tacos while i loved the shrimp. Their combination of flavors is amazing: cabbage, pickled onions & fresh pico; excellent! Service was great. Atmosphere could improve (my opinion ). Hooked will be on our list to return to every trip to OCMD:)

    (4)

  • Christopher W.

    Fish restaurant with a preference for decadent truffle oil. I visited for an event with a pre fixed menu and every item featured it. I mean not bad but why put truffle oil on a burger, fish n chips, and a crab flat bread. The flat bread was really good. My friend said the same of the burger but another didn't like the fish. This place is always busy and sells a lot of scallops and polenta. Maybe it's time to do something more adventurous.

    (4)

  • Fred K.

    After seeing a 4 1/2 star rating and trying to decide a nice place for dinner, we decided to dine here. There was no wait when we got there at 6:30. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating and an outside bar, main bar to the left, and I believe another one upstairs. All on the small side but nice if you are waiting for a table. The decor is like you are in Nantucket's. Our server was very attentive and efficient. The drinks are very creative and tasted great. For the food: We ordered two appetizers of crab bisque and calamari. Crab bisque soup was real good (crab meat was a bit on the colder side but really liked the soup). The calamari however was so salty, we had to return it. Tasted like bang bang sauce at Bonefish Grill. The scallops dish with grits and pork was great, but some of the scallops had sand/weren't clean. Now my gf cioppino had a tasty chorizo broth and lots of seafood. A hit. Key lime pie was delicious. Not 4 1/2 stars imo but solid 4 stars.

    (4)

  • Connie L.

    We ate here with a group of 4 and a baby around 2pm for lunch on Saturday during Labor Day weekend. We stayed a blocked away and was going to grab a quick bite, but we were so pleased with the food! The food was amazing! I had the fish and chips and the fish was so crispy and fresh. You can tell it was not frozen fish sticks. We also got the fish tacos which were delicious and was just enough. The ambiance was cute and chic. The dining room was clean and crisp with pretty paintings of ocean city all over. Cute little flowers in mason jars on the tables (you also get water in mason jars!) there is is small dining area outside with about 6-7 picnic tables. Great service from our server. I would highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Teri P.

    For Ocean City, this restaurant is EXCELLENT! In comparison to the rest of the world (and in my foodie opinion) it was very good. Hubs & I went on a Friday night, on the late side (8:30p) and had a drink at the upstairs bar while we waited for a table to open up, which only took about 10 minutes. We were seated at the outside picnic tables, on the backside of the bar - almost in the parking lot. The bartender was our server & he was attentive. He made a few recommendations including the calamari, which we ordered. It was good, for sure, but not the best I've ever had. Hubs got the halibut, which he enjoyed but would have preferred more sauce. I got the sea scallops, which were excellent. We also got the grilled asparagus, which were disappointing. The peach margarita was very tasty, but I would pass on the peach sangria next time. Enjoyable atmosphere, and good food - a win for OC!

    (4)

  • Kurt S.

    Came here for our only semi nice dinner of our OCMD vacation. We shared the blue crab flatbread and calamari. The calamari was top 3 i've ever had. The spicy mayo that comes on it, makes it. For my meal I copped out and got filet because I'm not a big seafood eater. My buddy got scallops and enjoyed them. The peach margarita and grapefruit crush were tasty! Bill was a bit steep but not terrible.

    (4)

  • Dee D.

    Was here with friends and each one of us thoroughly enjoyed the food, atmosphere and friendly and honest service. You could dine inside, which is a nice simple, somewhat elegant atmosphere or you can dine outside where it's more casual. Would highly recommend this place.

    (5)

  • Lorna M.

    I'm am. Hooked that is. This was the best restaurant meal I have had in months. The food was very good. Very well prepared and nicely plated . Ordered the least expensive red wine on the menu a Malbec. Enjoyed a very decent wine with out having to spend a lot. Wait staff were friendly without being silly and pretentious. Will definitely eat there again when in Ocean City.

    (4)

  • Staci W.

    We were so happy with almost everything. The calamari appetizer was perfect. As were the pesto fries and even the wings! The surf & turf that my husband had was cooked exactly how he asked and he truly enjoyed it. The highlight of my night was the Cioppino! Every bit of it was delicious and mouthwatering! The cost was right about what we expected with 3 appetizers, 2 entrees and a bottle of wine costing $120. The only thing that put a small damper on our experience was the family with 4 kids and a really obnoxious father who had to have the door opened because the air conditioning was too cold for one of his kids. August... Really? Overall, I would absolutely recommend this place, and we are going back tomorrow for lunch!

    (5)

  • Sarah L.

    As a family, we have vacationed in Ocean City for several years now, and are completely in love with the area, but there are very few fine dining options; most of the restaurants seem to rely on a kitschy theme rather than the quality of their food. We were delighted, therefore, to find Hooked! My husband selected Hooked as our date night and it was the perfect choice. They don't take reservations, so we headed to the upstairs bar for cocktails to speed up our 20 minute wait. Bartender Jamie was friendly, knowledgable, and happy to chat about their specialty drinks and his menu recommendations. We ordered an Orange Crush - which tasted identical to the orange soda - and a Strawberry Peach sangria. Yum! Our table was ready fasted than our anticipated wait time, and we found all the staff from the hostesses to our server, Mike, equally friendly and helpful. The restaurant is decorated like a large airy beach house, with high exposed beam ceilings, blue walls, and multiple painted seascapes. It was perfect for our date, but we saw several families with young children enjoying their meals as well. The food was amazing! This was not just good for OC, but would stand its own anywhere. The crab bisque is the best we've ever had - well-balanced with plenty of crabmeat, and the calamari was perfectly breaded and fried, with a light drizzle of spicy aioli over it - melt-in-your-mouth, not a single rubbery or chewy bite. We each enjoyed our entrees as well. My husband had the scallops, which both Jamie and Mike recommended, and he could not have been happier. Served over cheesy grits with poblano corn, it had full rich smoky flavor, and served as a great contrast to my lighter and tangier tuna special. My tuna was basil encrusted and served over arugula and gazpacho - I practically licked the bowl. Our shared dessert of locally made bumbleberry pie was a terrific end to a great meal. There were a few minor service problems (we never received bread, the Orange Crush from the downstairs bar was noticeably and unpleasantly stronger than that of the upstairs bar), our entrees were served before we completed our appetizers which made my husband feel rushed, and plates were not cleared efficiently. In fact, the empty crab bisque bowl remained on the table through dessert. The quality of the food and the friendliness of the staff more than made up for these inconsistencies, though.

    (5)

  • Jenny C.

    We went to ocean city was looking for dinner by yelp. This place has really good reviews, So we waited about 1hour and 30mins. But it was worth! I dont go to eat seafood myself, But i liked it here. Food was really good. People are nice, i liked the interior of this place.

    (5)

  • Louis C.

    Easiest 5 stars to give excellent ambiance excellent service excellent food. I had seared scallops on cheesy grits and a side of fried green tomatoes. Sophisticated without being pretentious. Kids wife and brother in law all though it was best food on this vacation so far. Reasonably priced too but then again we're from NY. What do we know about reasonable prices.

    (5)

  • Alexa D.

    What a nice little place in Ocean City! I came here on a saturday night on the last weekend in August with my boyfriend. I showed up later, about 830, and was quoted about an hour wait by the hostess, and that was accurate. There was room in the bar to grab a drink. Lots of apps caught our eye, so we ended up getting the calamari, truffle corn flatbread and the mussels instead of traditional entrees. Everything was delicious. Just get the flat bread. It was phenomenal. Could have used more bacon, but I say that about everything. Mussels were also excellent, with a perfect amount of Chorizo. Calamari, as everyone else here has said, was out of this world. Drinks were great, but there was no fireball. I assume that's because Ocean City can attract the kind of people who take multiple shots of it and rip their shirts off. I just wanted it because we were sitting outside and it was a little breezy (nothing compared to the icebox inside) and fireball is nice and warming. However, the bartender, once hearing that made me an equally as effective Irish Coffee. We sat outside, and were served by the bartenders. It had really no effect on our service. He stopped by a few times and was very easily able to manage both the bar and the two tables behind the bar. Great service. Minus one star because it was freezing inside. My boyfriend was in long sleeves and he was cold. I thought it might be us until the couple next to us left and returned with long sleeve cardigans. We weer on the first floor by the bar, so that could just be a really strong AC area.

    (4)

  • Lawrence G.

    Came in around 6 and got seated outside no problem. I got a beer and my girlfriend got a fresh peach margarita. She loved it. For appetizers we got the crab dip and the fried oysters. Crab dip was a great size, perfect for sharing but may have been too much if just for one. Fried oysters came with blue cheese and were delicious. Got the crab cake for entree and it was huge. Portions were generous on all parts of the meal here. Will definitely be back next time in town. Also: service was excellent and speedy here. The restaurant was quite full while here, and we got everything quickly and at correct time (didn't get entrees while we were still working on appetizers). Our server, Allie, was very polite and made recommendations for both me and my girlfriend.

    (5)

  • Kristen H.

    I came here with my family the first night we arrived in Ocean City. The awesome Yelp reviews is what made me want to come. The appetizers were really great. We tried the wings and the crab dip. The wings were really tasty. I especially liked the side of spicy sauce. The crab dip was also phenomenal- super tasty and cheesy with a lot of crab meat. I wanted to get the Halibut, but they ran out of it right before I ordered it. They also ran out of Fish and Chips. Um, what's up with that? I had the Tuna entree instead. It was fresh but not overwhelmingly tasty. My sister had the Cioppino. She also said it was bland. My mom and I had margaritas which were very good. They come in cute mason jars. Overall, I'd say the cute ambiance is nice as well as the great appetizers, but I'd stick to apps and drinks here. Have fun!

    (4)

  • Sara D.

    Hooked is a must-visit if you like seafood, and you're in OCMD. My friends and I tried Hooked, and loved it! We will be back! The atmosphere is really nice. Casual and comfortable. The wait staff was excellent. Our waters were being filled constantly, I don't think we had to ask even once. There weren't any clean tables when we got there, (a good sign!), but they cleared and cleaned one quickly. As for the food, try as much as possible! We got: Grilled jerk chicken wings, with a lime sauce as an app. They were so good! I lived the fact that they were grilled-it made me feel less bad eating them. We also got Truffled crab n' corn flat bread, boom boom shrimp tacos, and a grilled salmon BLT with pesto fries. Each entrée was delicious. If you like pesto, order the pest fries! They were amazing! We were full, but decided to order dessert, and got a piece of key lime pie to share. Ohmygosh. Order one of those for sure! It was worth the calories! I can't wait to go back! I am definitely "hooked"!

    (5)

  • Andy H.

    Amazing! What a great find in Ocean City! I was on vacation with my parents (which meant eating out for free every night for me!). I always love getting seafood when I visit the East Coast after living in landlocked Missouri for almost 5 years now. A friend recommended Hooked and I'm so glad they did! We had a part of 3 on Friday night and only had a 5 minute wait. I loved the layout and atmosphere of the restaurant, I only wish it was a little farther out from the main costal highway strip. It would've been even more amazing if it was tucked away on the bay side. Kelsey was our server that night and was amazing! Very friendly, and helpful at recommending different appetizers and entrees for us newbies. We ordered the crab dip as an appetizer, it was amazing! I've eaten a lot of crab dip in my life (having lived in MD for 18 years) and this was the best I've ever had. We ended up choosing 3 different entrees: The crab cakes (served with pickled carrots and pea shoots and bacon fingerling fries) The fish and chips (served with pesto fries) The pig'n oysters (fried oysters, bbq rib and street corn) Everything was amazing! The portion sizes were just right, the plating was amazing, and everything tasted so good. I can't wait to come back!

    (5)

  • Oleg B.

    Best attentive service. Checked in with me occasionally and helped me with my choices. My dish was very vibrant and full of flavor. Presentation was very well done. Fresh seafood. This is the only place I will dine every time I am in the area. Thank you

    (5)

  • Diana S.

    We came right as they were transitioning from lunch to dinner & decided to have a couple of drinks to wait for dinner to start. Bartender was friendly & efficient even in a walking cast. Peach margarita & scallop entree were delicious. We dine here every summer when we visit & are never disappointed.

    (5)

  • Roger W.

    This is where the hipster crowd in Ocean City, MD is going to go out to dinner at least once during their vacation, almost by default. It's not through any (particular) virtues of Hooked, but rather, the nature of the competition: implausibly authentic "Italian", endless "crabbe shackks" drenched with Old Bay seasoning, and all sorts of other ol' bullshit. So! As they say, in the land of the blind, the one eyed man is king! And Hooked HAS an eye! It wasn't bad. The question is: is it $45 a person not bad?

    (4)

  • Nic r.

    Well and the risk of sounding a bit corny - this place was OFF THE HOOK! Arrived for an early dinner around 4:30 and seated immediately. Craft beer options and peach margarita were crazy good. Server and host were super nice. Fried oysters were a hit! Whole Jerk Chicken wings were good - but too much work to tackle. Our server was really awesome and let my 9 year old order the fish tacos from the much menu even though they switched over to the dinner menu! He said they ROCKED!! (This kid is like a fish taco expert so that is a good thing) The hubs had the fish and chips and said it was crazy good! Super fresh and batter of the thick pieces of fish was perfect (light but crispy). I had the scallops and grits - which as every other reviewer stated are awesome!!! We were stuffed from dinner - but we are a family who is an easy sucker for any type of bread pudding dessert. So when the server said they had French Toast bread pudding with cinnamon ice cream - we gave it an order thinking one spoon full each just for a taste. Oh boy - they was spoon fighting and at one point our son stole our spoons - hehe! It was good stuff! You won't be disappointed in Hooked! It's a solid dinner experience (the best on the island our entire vacation), menu is simple and honest as they claim to be, and server was the same!!

    (5)

  • Nicholas L.

    We had traveled for ten hours by the time we reached this restaurant, with very little to eat. To say we were hungry would be an understatement. Hungry or not, the food was genuinely very good, as was the service. We had a dozen Chincoteague oysters with a pomegranate mignonette, steamed middleneck clams, and calamari as appetizers, followed by tomato and chèvre soup, and finally, crabcakes. We had the crabcakes with grits instead of the myriad greens, et al, that normally come with them. This proved to be a good move, as the grits were superb. The crab cakes were also superb, on a par with the excellent crab cakes at Elliott's Oyster House in Seattle. Lots of lump crab meat, and very little binder. The soup was thick and delicious. I added a little cracked black pepper, and blended the chèvre into the soup. Very tasty. The calamari was crisp and slightly sweet. The clams were small, tender, and delicious, swimming in a garlic and herb broth. The oysters were a bit bland compared to West Coast oysters, but very fresh. The mignonette made them tasty and pleasant. My wife had the Orange Crush cocktail, and I had a Sazerac. The Orange Crush was refreshing and delicious. A warning to anyone who might be tempted to drink a half a dozen of them (I could have easily done so): they have a decent amount of high-end vodka in them. My nephew makes a better Sazerac, but to be fair, his Sazerac rates an 11 out of 10. Hooked's Sazerac rates 9 out of 10. With an appropriate tip and a bottle of Chalone's Gavilan chardonnnay, this meal came to $170. This pricing was fair, as the service was excellent, the ambience is terrific, and the experience was just what we needed after a long trip from El Paso to Ocean City.

    (5)

  • Mamta P.

    Fantastic food !! I completely and throughly enjoyed their food. Nice ambiance, quick service , tasty colorful drinks in mason jar and awesome food what more will be ask for a good restaurant. Besides all that what I liked about this restaurant is that is doesn't smell like sea food. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone if you happen to be in Ocean city.

    (5)

  • Brad M.

    --Probably more like 3.5-- We were looking to get some good seafood away from the chaos of the boardwalk, so we let Yelp lead is here. The atmosphere of the place is great. They have a little tropical-style outdoor patio with bar and the inside feels like

    (4)

  • Kristen K.

    What an amazing find in OC! We had a party of ten and literally every meal that came out from the bisque at the beginning to the steaks, crab cakes, and my personal favorite scallops was divine. Make sure to save room for one of their amazing desserts as well! Service was excellent as well as having a wonderful and imaginative drink menu (love the mason serving jars!). Highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Jessica C.

    After a few not so great food experiences in OCMD I was convinced fine dining did not exist...until I ate at Hooked! Hooked was located directly across from our beach condo and I was intrigued immediately. Other yelpers gave rave reviews so I suggested this restaurant to my friends for our last dinner of vacation. We arrived around 5:30 and asked to sit outdoors since it was such a beautiful day. The server took us upstairs to the deck (I did not even realize there was an upstairs) and it was beautiful. Unfortunately one of our friends got a little too much sun earlier in the day and even though there were umbrellas on the table, the umbrellas were not really providing any shade. Our server moved us back downstairs and we apologized for the inconvenience. The menu is small, but it should be since it is based off of local and fresh ingredients. Our group split a few appetizers; the fried calamari, flatbread, pesto fries which were all delicious. My main entree was the cioppino which contained a mixture of fresh seafood like shrimp, clams, mussels, scallops, salmon, another type of white fish with a pesto crostini over a tomato broth. I got full after eating about half of the meal but continued to eat it anyway because it was so good I just could not let it go to waste. Our whole group was pleased with their meals, too. We were too full for dessert so i don't even know what they offer. The service was excellent and either the owner or manager came to our table and other tables asking about our experience. Come try it out for yourself...you will literally be HOOKED!

    (5)

  • Ray N.

    We had the fried oyster appetizers, she crab soup, scallop poboy and shrimp taco. Everything was great, best she crab soup I've ever had, fried oysters breading was fluffy and the shrimp tacos are derishious ( not just delicious according to the wife). Poboy was okay, just wish it had more scallops.

    (4)

  • Diana M.

    A group of 7 of us came here for dinner around 530 and there was no line- we heard we should come before 6 to beat the line and we did.. The food, décor, and staff were all amazing... We got the calamari (AMAZING), flatbread (shockingly amazing) and truffle fries were just good.. They started us with some delish bread -- so soft and flavorful... We got a variety of seafood and chicken and it was great... I personally got the salmon and loved it... You wont be disappointed here!

    (5)

  • Billy G.

    Such a GREAT RESTAURANT! 2 years in a row we have came here and service and food have been stellar! Scallops w/cheesy grits and corn is awesome!! Everything is made fresh and tastes it! Drinks are delicious. Get there early cause there does get a crowd.

    (4)

  • Mary W.

    Wow. We actally found this place on Yelp (thank you, Yelp). It had good reviews and it was my husband's birthday, and it was just down the road from our hotel. We decided to give it a try. I felt good about this place as soon as we walked in. We found it on Yelp, not knowing anything about what was good around here. It was my husband's birthday. The restaurant was quiet when we walked in at 4:30. It had been raining hard all day, so we knew rhe crowds would be earlier than they might have been on a nicer day. I think we were lucky we got there early because we had no wait. I would not describe myself as a foodie, so I can't describe the food in technical terms, but it was fresh and healthy sized portions. I got the fish and chips and it was wonderful. My husband and my daughter went all out. My husband got the salmon and my daughter had scallops. The scallops I had a taste of and they were sensational. They have a number of beers and wine. I had one of the micro beers on tap and it was pretty good. The staff were helpful and friendly. We would definitely go again.

    (5)

  • Melanie W.

    I don't know how this place is so highly rated. Our server was awesome but the food was mediocre and over priced. My husband and I's bill totaled $107 (two mixed drinks, an appetizer and two entrees) which would've been fine if the food was good but it was mediocre at best. The calamari appetizer was decent, no complaints on that one. My husband's crab cake wasn't different from something you could get elsewhere in ocean city for half the cost. I ordered the red curry shrimp and it was SO bland and some of my rice was so undercooked it was actually crunchy. I make better curry at home. Save your money and go elsewhere. The Crab Cake factory has a crab cake for half the cost and MUCH better. Just because they plate their food well and charge ridiculous prices doesn't mean the food is actually good.

    (2)

  • Marina A.

    So far it's the best place I have been to in OC. Ambiance is great and the food is delicious

    (5)

  • Rebecca Y.

    We had a big group, 6 adults and 2 kids. The speed of service was good, very helpful since we had two young kids. We ordered calamari and fried oysters as appetizers - calamari was better than oysters. We ordered pesto fries and truffle bacon Gruyere fries - both are recommended but if you can only have one, pick the pesto fries.

    (4)

  • Ken M.

    Called in advance and asked if they had raw oysters. I was told they did. Once we were seated I was told they do not have raw oysters. I got the impression that I was misinformed on purpose. We had to stay due to time constraints. I will get back to you regarding the food and service.

    (2)

  • Eric J.

    Really nice stop to eat up and drink up before the beach!

    (4)

  • Terri G.

    On a recent trip to OC, my daughter and I decided to skip the usual subs and pizza on the boardwalk and go to dinner somewhere nice. We checked on Yelp and decided to give Hooked a try. We arrived at 6:30 and was told there would be a 20 minute wait. So since Hooked is sandwiched between a Christmas Shoppe and a South Moon Under store we decided to do some shopping while waiting for our buzzer to go off. 10 minutes into our shopping euphoria our buzzer went off. We were seated upstairs in small but quaint dining area. I ordered a peach margarita and my daughter ordered the sangria. Both were delicious! We decided to share the Heirloom Tomato salad and good thing we did because it was huge! Deliciously ripe tomatoes, baby mozzarella balls, fried anchovies drizzled with an herb vinaigrette - oh so good! An amazing start to a wonderful dining experience. For our entrees, I ordered the Red Curry Roasted Salmon and my daughter ordered the Cioppino. Let me start with the salmon it was fresh and cooked perfectly but the red curry broth was not as spicy as I had hoped. Maybe its because when I think of curry I think of spicy as in Indian and Thai curries which is the flavor impact I was hoping for, but otherwise the fish and veggies were delicious. My daughter said the Cioppino was amaze-balls! The fish, scallops, mussels, clams and shrimp were in a delectable broth with a large crostini to soak up all that goodness! Other than the lack of flavor in my red curry sauce, everything was very fresh, very tantalizing and cooked perfectly. If you're looking for some good food in the OC you should definitely give this place a try!

    (4)

  • Amanda T.

    We were lucky enough to come here on $2 taco and $5 burger night!!! Food was outstanding. Service was excellent. The restaurant was clean and cute. This is a place we will certainly be visiting again!

    (5)

  • P F.

    In a town full of average vacation-style pizza and seafood joints, Hooked is a refreshing alternative! Came here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. The service was excellent and everyone was friendly. I ordered the Sangria to start. It was very bitter and I had to return it. The waiter said the Sangria was from the night before, that's why it was probably sour. I appreciate his honesty, but that kind of made the restaurant look bad. No problem though, he quickly replaced it with the peach margarita. That was a delicious drink although it could have used a bit more alcohol (didn't even get the slightest buzz. C'mon, we're on vacation here!). For the main course, I had the crab cake and shrimp salad club. Man, was that a delicious sandwich! Crab cake was a perfect Maryland style crab cake with no fillers. The shrimp salad was seasoned just right. The toast was thick and toasted just right! Overall, great place and a must try if you're in Ocean City. If it wasn't for the issues with the drinks that I mentioned above, I probably would have given it 5 stars.

    (4)

  • Michelle C.

    Wow! Another great meal which included the calamari and crab cake for me! Awesome! Great cocktail called the grapefruit crush! Service was great too! My new favorite restaurant!!!!

    (5)

  • Sampad D.

    Its right on the strip..It has a very simple ambiance..The host were also nice. We ordered salmon and shrimp sandwich.The shrimp sandwich was very nice. The salmon sandwich was OK . The pesto fries were very oily. The portion is good. I had also ordered fruit mojito..It was not that great.

    (3)

  • Jeff S.

    Stopped here on our first trip to OC, MD. Reviews were pretty accurate. Food was good and came out fast. Not a large menu selection but food is prepared pretty good. Wife had their local bloody and it was a tad spicy for her liking. Portions are good size and the calamari appetizer was delicious. Only problem was the kids hamburger was very undercooked, the waiter took it back and credited on the check.

    (4)

  • Cathy S.

    Fantastic; fresh and local food. Had the carmalized scallops with cheese grits. Amazing. Asparagus salad and oysters were fresh and outstanding! Waitress, Alexis was fantastic! Thank you Hooked!

    (5)

  • Michael B.

    The food was excellent. The crab bisque was full of nuanced flavors, the cioppino had a lot of great, fresh seafood. The only thing I didn't like was that we were sitting near the kitchen and the roll of paper they used to cover the tables. It was very loud. So, if you don't get that table, you'll be fine.

    (4)

  • Katy K.

    We went for lunch after reading the reviews. We live in Baltimore City and Hooked could stand with the best restaurants there. Fresh is the best word to describe it. I was torn between the blackened fish tacos and seared ahi tuna lettuce wrap. I asked the server and he recommended the tuna. I was not disappointed! I highly recommend them! The tuna was seated medium rare vs rare which was better for me (personal taste). My husband ordered the fish and chips-also excellent. There was a very nice kids menu with the typical selections plus shrimp and a filet! The kids sides were great. They offered different items such as watermelon and peas (eww not together). They have us crayons for the kids menu plus there was paper over the table clothes. Great bonus. The drinks were expensive but worth the price. So if you're on a tight budget skip them but if not then go for it. I had the Bees Knees (1 with lunch, 1 as a dessert). Very good. $11 each so it is pricey. My husband had the Hooked Lemonade and he said he wouldn't mind a few more but he was driving. My kids decided to split the cookie dough cheesecake. My oldest didn't like it (it was his first cheesecake, he's a picky eater). The server was great and brought him a fresh baked choc chip cookie at no charge. That really makes the service stand out. My husband and I thought the cheesecake was good. I probably needed it to pad my belly from all the drinks! The price was extremely reasonable then you add the freshness and it's a bargain! This is a must for my next OC visit!!

    (5)

  • Hope S.

    Best fish tacos I've had (blackened with spicy mayo), crab bisque tdf, and pomegranate marg. I'm only in town for a couple days but we are coming back. Simply delish.

    (5)

  • Kelly R.

    If you are ever in the OC area this restaurant is a must if your a foodie. The seafood is amazingly fresh. It was completely worth the hour plus wait for a table. We had the fried Calamari at the bar while waiting. It was lite and seasoned well. The calamari melted like butter. For our entree I had the Scallops with braised bacon, roasted corn and cheese grits. It all worked perfectly together. I couldn't stop eating it. My husband had the Chioppino. The pesto made the whole dish marry well together. We took a moment after dinner to appreciate what we just ate. Btw the service was also great and friendly.

    (5)

  • Colin D.

    Stopped in with my family for dinner here last night. We were sat quickly and in no time had our appetizers arrive. I had the Pei Mussels with my wife and they were delicious. When the main dishes arrived I was surprised that even the kids meals came played so nicely. I had the jumbo shrimp curry which was great and my wife had the vegetarian inspiration. Everyone left stuffed! The portions were large, which I assumed they would be smaller and ordered a side of asparagus. I wish I didn't because I couldn't eat it all. Even the side of asparagus was plenty! Our waitress was great to us and the kids. And the rest of the staff we crossed paths with were equally friendly.

    (5)

  • Ken N.

    Had dinner here tonight with my significant other and we definitely enjoyed the food here. To start, this restaurant is definitely a $$$ place, not sure why Yelp has it as $$. The peach margarita and calamari we got to start the meal was absolutely perfect. I would say this was the best calamari I've had in a while. Perfectly fried, generously portioned (probably best split by 3-4 people, however), and sauced with the spicy mayo; absolutely a must have. We ended up getting the seared scallops and the crab cake entrée - I was hesitant on the crab cake since it's a dish that is always overpriced and under delivers. Nothing else on the menu really caught my eye so I went with it. I would say on the crab cake scale it was a 7 out of 10. It was a generous portion but lacked in flavor. The lefty greens and couscous it sat on were fine. The scallops were well seared but were on the undercooked side. The scallops were on cheesy grits which was good, although the bacon broth lacked a smokiness to it and perhaps was just country ham. The service was fine; our waitress seemed knowledgeable about the menu and food came out quickly (although this was around 5:30pm with the restaurant at less than half capacity). The restaurant was nicely decorated - really dug the photographs on canvas with bold colors. The music was not too loud and really fit the relaxed, down to earth feel of the place. I could not do a perfect 5 stars because the entrées could have been more on point; I believe the menu could benefit from being refreshed as well. Overall, great experience - I definitely recommend stopping by for a meal a little fancier than the usual affair on the beach.

    (4)

  • Paul K.

    Very impressed by this place. Everything is locally sourced and the menu is seasonal, so you get the freshest and best available items in your dishes. The service is great, and the manager was going around to every table checking on everyone to make sure they were enjoying their food and having a good time. Apps--had the crab dip with housemade chips and the fried calamari. The crab dip is made with gruyere cheese, which goes really well with the huge chunks of crab in the dip. Awesome. The fried calamari was perfectly cooked as well. Entrees--I had the cioppino and my fiancee had the crab cakes. Everything in the cioppino was perfectly cooked and very flavorful. The chorizo was especially good. I'm not a big fan of crab cakes in general so I can't say much about the crab cakes here. My fiancee loved them, though, and she's pretty tough when it comes to crab cakes...so they must be good. Dessert--we had the chocolate ganache sprinkled with hawaiin sea salt with a scoop of ice cream. So good. I wish we had more room to finish this but we were so full from the apps and entrees that we just couldnt. We'll definitely be coming here again if we're ever in the area.

    (5)

  • Matt S.

    Overall Hooked was great. I got the Orange Crush Cocktail which was good, but watch out because each of their cocktails are $10. That just seems a little expensive for a somewhat simple cocktail in a mason jar. I also got the Crab Bisque, which was amazing. Finally, I got the Crab Flatbread, which was also very good (maybe a little too much corn, but still very good). See pics.

    (5)

  • Noah B.

    Hooked was phenomenal! By far the best food in OC! The server was cheerful in a genuine way. To start off we ordered the flatbread, calamari, and I had a roasted corn and jalapeño crab bisque (the crab bisque was the crown jewel). All the apps were delicious and everything tasted fresh. For my entrée I had the roasted chicken in a broth with prosciutto and crab meat. The chicken was succulent and juicy and the broth was incredible. Definitely the best meal I've ever had in Ocean City!

    (5)

  • Nancy O.

    I wish I could give a true star rating but when we arrived a few minutes before 9:00 p.m last evening, the unwelcoming young woman behind the bar told us they were closed... It's strange since they were many tables full of people just ordering & receiving what looked like delicious appetizers! When I exclaimed my disappointment and let her know that we had been driving for long time and we're looking forward to trying their food, she told us we should try going to another restaurant. Not a good move for a new place in town trying to make a name for themselves! Might want to provide some better customer service training for your staff

    (1)

  • Jen Y.

    Been here a handful of times. This time everything was good, but not great. Halibut was excellent, but the batter for the fish and chips was bland, and my son didn't end up eating it. (We all had a taste and agreed) Ahi tuna special was ok. Hubby said it was a little bland, and needed something. Steak with horseradish was devoured by my 15 yo son. Desserts of key lime pie and French toast bread pudding were awesome!

    (4)

  • Sean K.

    After getting snubbed at some other places in Ocean City, this place was a godsend. We ordered the calamari appetizer and shared the scallop entree. The only gripe we had is that the calamari was smothered in sauce. Other than that, everything was excellent.

    (5)

  • Meagan T.

    Absolutely delicious! Everything tasted super fresh and the staff was friendly with quick service. We started with the calamari, crab soup and a peach margarita. All amazing. The soup was creamy without being overly milk tasting. Calamari was crisp and the mayo was just spicy enough. The peach margarita was so refreshing! Our server said the peaches were fresh from Delaware and you could tell, there were pieces of peach pulp in the drink. So good. For dinner I ordered the Chorizo Crusted Soft Shells and my husband has crab cakes and we got a side of pesto fries. So tasty. The salad with the soft shells was a nice refreshing contrast to the crispy shells. They put the sauce under the crab cakes so you get a creamy bit with each bite. The potatoes that came with the cakes were just okay, but we had pesto fries to sub in. These were so good, just a touch of flavor and the perfect amount of crisp. We also had an orange crush, which wasn't as good as the peach marg but still refreshing. We were too full for dessert!

    (5)

  • Sam S.

    The food is SO GOOD. We got the corn and crab flatbread, the calamari, the scallops, and the chipino dish. Drinks were also very good and refreshing. Really a cute place overall with the decor. Super friendly staff. My only complaint was we felt a little rushed, we ended up spending 200$ for 4 people and were there for 45 minutes.

    (4)

  • Luis D.

    Sorry but this place suck that food is over price and not season at all. I would it come here again

    (1)

  • H R.

    The food would be 4 stars for me, But the location and price combined, I give 5. I'd go back every time I'm in OC.

    (5)

  • Giovanni D.

    One of the few places in the area that are worthed a visit. It was a very delightful experience. Food was excellent. Service was very good. I just did not like the room. However, two thumbs up!

    (4)

  • Nikki B.

    We stumbled upon this place last year and it was great, so we tried it again this year. We were even more impressed than last year. This place is phenomenal! It's hard to find quality food in OC admidst all the junk like Philips, etc. But this is absolutely a gem. I went with 5 girlfriends and all of our soups, appetizers, and entrees were delicious! The server was polite, attentive, friendly and made great recomendations. Excellent cocktail menu. Super cute decor, too. Will def. go back next year - this place was great!!!

    (5)

  • Jim P.

    Entrees were a mixed bag. Scallops were good, salmon was good, crab cake and filet were so-so. I know - who goes to a seafood place to order steak? Not me but someone in the group who doesn't care for seafood.

    (3)

  • Becky P.

    Very peaceful and clean atmosphere, genuinely friendly (without being imposing) staff. Our server was knowledgable and really accommodating for gluten free (we are not celiac, just diet) the bisque has jalapeño but it was not spicy, it was so satisfying for crab bisque lovers who are gluten free. There is no gluten free menu but the staff is perfectly happy to tell you your options including a dessert option. The food was all great and presentation was great too. We are hooked! ;)

    (5)

  • Shannon G.

    Well, based on the other Yelpers, we were eager to try this place. Not great. The two of us got there at around 7:00 on a Wednesday evening, early in the summer season and in the middle of senior week. There were two tables of newly graduated kids around us, but otherwise typical date night couples. The decor is nice. Eclectic and fun, not stuffy. We ordered the tuna special and the cioppino. The wait was a bit long and no bread was offered until just before (like 2 minutes) the entrees. Sadly, while the tuna was prepared well (a nice rare), the stuff underneath was saturated with soy sauce and made it really salty. Husband's cioppino had good seafood, and came with a long piece of toasted bread like that which was served just before the entree. Sadly two things made us feel like this was not the experience we were expecting- the bread (thick, heavy bread with little taste and sitting in a puddle of olive oil) and the service. The place was busy-ish, but not hopping, yet we were not refilled or given a check for a considerable time. She just disappeared a lot. Overall, not the place for us.

    (2)

  • Suzanne H.

    Best place to eat in OC, period. Local, fresh food. Amazing bar and bartenders. Good waitstaff. Great food.

    (5)

  • James W.

    Best chicken wings ive ever had. Service was phenomenon. Soft crab shell sandwich was thee best. Going back with my peoples. They have to experience Hooked.

    (5)

  • Sara H.

    I really liked this place. The atmosphere is slightly upscale but comfy. The crab dip and swordfish BLT were very good. The service was great.

    (4)

  • Matt P.

    OUTSTANDING EXPERIENCE!!!! The atmosphere, service, and food was superb. Hooked is a unique, fresh, and delicious restaurant. Everything was fresh and presented well. Each menu item ordered was something delicious. Our server Mike was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful.

    (5)

  • Christie W.

    Definitely 5 star worthy. I had the calamari which kind of reminded me of bang bang shrimp if you've ever had that. Probably the best calamari I've eaten. For the main I had shrimp and grits. It was so flavorful. Each layer of it was wonderful, grits, greens, and shrimp.

    (5)

  • Huiyu Z.

    A great, unexpected dining experience. All dishes we ordered are cooked with innovation. The seared tuna is raw inside and grilled outside, a mix texture that is more satisfying than general tuna meat taste. Scallop is good but not surprise us, as the waiter recommended. Overall, seafoods are cooked just good and juicy. The dessert options seemed not as various as showed on Yelper pics. We wanted strawberry napoleon, but they don't have it. So we tried 2 out of 3 desserts, key lime pie and chocolate chips cheesecake. Both are OK, standard level, you can't expect too much focus on dessert in seafood restaurants. I like the patio seats and outdoor seating, but due to the packed business we seated by the window. Not bad at all, seats are more comfortable than booth seats!

    (4)

  • Sarah C.

    My husband and I came here on the first night of our mini-moon (mini honeymoon)...we couldn't have been more pleased! Everything was fresh and cooked perfectly! We did the 3 course, $18 special...we started with a Caesar Salad and Tomato Bisque - both were very good...the caesar dressing was homemade, and the best I've ever had! For our entrees, we both had the grilled swordfish over a bed of cous-cous, sausage and tomatos...I've had swordfish plenty of times before, but it has never been cooked so perfectly! It was tender and seasoned perfectly! Plus, the portion was pretty large! For dessert, we tried the Pumpkin Cheesecake...Oh My God! It was amazing!! It was served with nuts and a drizzle of caramel...SO GOOD! The drinks were absolutely delicious! I got the "Bees Knees"....it had Gin, some kind of citrus juice, and fresh honey...YUM! My hubs got the Orange Crush...and he LOVED it! Our server was amazing...she knew everything about everything and volunteered extra details about different items on the menu...we loved her! All in all, we had a wonderful experience and we can't stop talking about how excited we are to go back!!!

    (5)

  • Shanna E.

    I love love love love Hooked. Have been here twice and will come again and again, on every weekend beach trip. It's absolutely adorable, farm-to-table style inside. I got the chocolate bourbon cocktail, crab dip, wild mushroom flatbread, and the truffle burger and pesto fries. O. M. G. And I was disappointed that I couldn't even try everything else! I'll just have to keep coming back again and again.

    (5)

  • Barry M.

    Hooked was absolutely phenomenal, in ever way. Walked into the restaurant minutes after a devastating Ravens playoff loss (to the Patriots who eventually won the Superbowl), when the bartender noticed my Ravens hat and offered me a conciliatory shot of Irish Whiskey while we waited on our table. As for the food, it's probably some of the best seafood I've had in Maryland, and definitely good for the price point. My wife and I split an order of the buttermilk calamari, which was fantastic, along with an order of the crab dip, which was my favorite crab dip in the state. For the main course, my wife had the fish and chips, and I had the cioppino. While we ordinarily share a fair amount of food for cross-tasting, on this occasion, both of us found ourselves suddenly possessive. I somewhat crudely paired my cioppino with a Sazerac, which was authentically made and tasted great. Every element of the meal felt more elegant than its price point, and the food was light, packed with flavor, and made me completely forget about the team-inspired ennui that I entered the restaurant with.

    (5)

  • Ali M.

    We were visiting and found Hooked on Yelp. Excellent choice! Very nice decor, friend and attentive staff. Food quality is great. Their 'Hooked' drinks are really good. Make sure to try the Calamari and Pesto Fries.

    (5)

  • Dayna U.

    Wow.... This place is amazing. Come on a Thursday for 2$ fish and shrimp tacos. Service is supreme, servers REALLY know the menu. A little pricy (about 30 an entree) but oh so delicious with generous portions. The bread.... I have no words. It's the stuff dreams are made of. Try the scallops (I was going to get the crab cakes, but Sean my server sold me when he described the cheesy bacon grits they come with). Live music when I was, acoustic country and harmonica; beautiful. Don't miss out on Hooked while in OC.

    (5)

  • Alfredo D.

    Nice place. Accomadated our large group of 11 at short notice. Very friendly staff. Helped explain the menu to us very thoroughly. Never rushed us. Food is fantastic! What a great selection on the menu. Even the kids have a nice choice on the kids menu. Not the same old stuff like other places. Nice selection of wine on their list. The El Libre Torrontes from Mendoza Argentina is fantastic. Can't wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Betsy D.

    this place was excellent Gordon Ramsey would be proud. The scallops were awesome in the bacon broth shiitake mushrooms and cheesy grits. Broccoli need to boot.

    (5)

  • Philip H.

    Great food, awesome atmosphere, and the service was phenomenal. Our server was very professional, brought our food out promptly, was friendly, and even came back after we got our check to say thank you and wished us a good night. Would recommend to friends. Check it out!

    (5)

  • Linda W.

    If you've ever thought beach food and fine dining are mutually exclusive, you haven't been to HOOKED yet! My oh my, oh my...are you ever in for a treat! Let's start with the cocktails...shouldn't we ALWAYS start with a cocktail? Hooked does their own beautiful infusions! Even the humble Ocean City, MD original, the Orange Crush, was elevated with a fresh orange and ginger-infused vodka. Nice take! While that was my dining companions choice, my own was a Smoky Mater...a delightful bloody Mary-ish, martini-ish delight with Illegal mezcal and their own tomato nectar and garnished with the most delightful smoked and pickled cherry tomatoes. So GOOD! Other house infusions included rosemary lemon vodka, peach tequila, a wildflower infusion...and there are house pickled cherries, too! (The back of the bar was very well stocked with a big selection of infusions in process and I spent a good amount of time marvelling at their beauty.) On to the starters. The first thing that caught my eye was the Roasted Corn & Jalapeno Crab Bisque. This old gluten issue always precludes cream soups - especially my favorite of all time, cream of crab or crab bisque. I'm SO used to "settling" for Maryland crab soup. Sigh. Cautiously I inquired about the bisque, all the while steeling myself for the inevitable "sorry." To my shock and delight, the crab bisque at Hooked is gluten-free. Glory be and hallelujah! I ordered it immediately. It. Was. Divine. Rich, creamy, corn-y, slightly spicy with jalapeno and crowned with lumps of beautiful, sweet, fresh Maryland blue crab. Thank you, thank you, Hooked! You gave a gluten-free chick a very, very happy moment...that I repeated during our week at the beach. Although it was hard to follow the bisque, my Truffled Raw Asparagus Salad with red onion, hard boiled egg, chunks of bacon, shaved Pecorino Romano atop Bibb lettuce and drizzled nicely with truffle aioli certainly lived up to my expectations. And then some! This is beach food?! Truffles really seemed to be the theme of the day as my companion selected Truffled Sweet Corn n' Crab Flatbread as her entree. She daintily, but thoroughly, polished off every single smidgen of the crisp, thin bread piled with good Maryland corn, lardons of bacon, fresh basil slivers, arugula and glorious Maryland blue crab...and white truffle! Hooked's tagline, "fresh . honest . local" isn't just there for show, it's their mantra. Their raison d'être, as it were. The quiet, intimate, yet casual space hummed with a professional, knowledgeable, yet friendly and accommodating staff. Our waiter knew every nuance of the menu and answered every question thoroughly. Dealing with this gluten-free diner/cocktail geek isn't an easy task, you know. Yet he did so with a smile. Dessert? Too full. And we had the rest of the week to worry about looking good(?) on the beach. We did each have another cocktail though. Hooked Orange Crushes all around, please. Mmmmmm...mightly fine dessert.

    (5)

  • Janice L.

    My review is only for the tiki bar. We arrived Ocean city in the afternoon and lunch time was over. So we sat at the Tiki Bar and ordered some snacks ( Chicken wings, Taco, Crab dip & Boom Boom shrimps) The snacks were great. The staff is so friendly, I accidentally knock over my friend's drink. She made new one for us and it's on the house. The only thing that need some improvement, I will say is the seasonal sangria is way too plain.

    (3)

  • Megan V.

    I would say all around this place was alright. The crab dip was good and was unique in that it had bacon on it and we hadn't had that at the other restaurants we tried while on vacation. My husband got the fish sandwich and he said the fish was bland as well as the batter it was fried in. I had the wedge salad and it needed lots of dressing as the lettuce itself had an odd taste to it...not like it was bad or old, almost like it had been cleaned with something and had not been rinsed thoroughly. Despite being there at 1pm on a Thursday and there only being a couple of tables the service was definitely lacking. Not awful, just not what we were expecting with all the great reviews.

    (2)

  • Ed W.

    210 4th St Ocean City MD Blue Lagoon As good as it gets, Attention to detail 10 Half pipe in the front yard. DOGTOWN Pets and beach and kids and BBQ and YES! Bodega with a badass Philly Cheese Steak and cool people at 100ft Beach and boardwalk at 300ft Intercoastal 150ft Rob and Deb, the owners have an attention to detail that is warm, Just vilkommen, bienvenue. My highest praise.

    (5)

  • Yaneth B.

    My husband, his parent and his nephew went for lunch during the Memorial Day Weekend and we were very disappointed with the food and service. The food in general was very greasy and heavy, not fresh like we had imagined it would be. We got two appetizers, one calamari which taste was ok, but it was super oily. We also got a crab dip that came with the oiliest homemade chips we have ever had. While ordering the appetizers we asked the server (which was probably the owner judging by how overconfident she was acting) if we could have bread with the crab dip and she went and said that they didn't have any (really?), that her chips were the best homemade chips ever and that if we wanted some kind of special bread we would have to pay for it. I could have said something to her but since we were with my in-laws I just gave up on the bread to not make them feel uncomfortable with the bread conversation. The entrees: we got two filet salmon blt, one burger and one seafood club. The only one we liked was the salmon blt. The other sandwiches were average and the seafood club was one of the worst seafood-sandwich combinations I have ever had. Also they "famous" pesto fries are horrible. I was so excited about them but disappointed when I got them. They were saggy and once again, VERY OILY. It was our first time here, and we would never ever come back. We are not picky eaters. We are smart eaters and in our opinion, they place is overrated. I doubt that its reviews and high ratings will stay up for too long. the food need to taste more fresh and the stuff needs to be a bit more humble.

    (1)

  • Nicole W.

    Definitely one of the better places to get food in OC. Given the level of quality offere and the fact that you're paying that OC markup to start with, the prices are surprisingly reasonable. I had the encrusted tilapia. The chilled sour elements pair delightfully with the fish, although I feel the dish would have been better off with grilled or even raw fish. The crust turned to mush from the salad and cantaloupe soup. Also, their sangria cocktail is pleasant, but tends toward the sweet side.

    (4)

  • Ted L.

    Fantastic restaurant ! My wife and I had dinner here on Wednesday night and were seated right away with no waiting. Natalie our server greeted us right away and we placed our drink and appetizer order promptly. The food is fresh and served right off the grill. I had the steak while my wife ordered halibut. Both were phenomenal. The restaurant manager even checked in with us too. The food was so good we split desert and had key lime pie. This is one of the few restaurants in the area that serve key lime pie. I am returning to ocean city MD in August and will be certain to eat here again. Definitely 5 stars all the way!!

    (5)

  • Aaron S.

    Enjoyed great fish and the calamari was large and lightly breaded.Wife loved her peach margarita and it was definitely fresh. Service was quick and friendly.

    (4)

  • Usman A.

    A very very good and excellent restaurant. The calamari appetizer and the crab bisque are excellent. My wife had the Cioppino and I had Fish N chips and everything was so good. Service was definitely 5 stars. Our server's name was Tim and he was very attentive to our needs and the food came out so fast and very fresh. Overall excellent prices and very worthwhile.

    (5)

  • Mike S.

    We have been at the beach 3 days and have eaten here twice. The second meal was as good as the first. The service was great the first time, better the second. So far this is what our group has had and how it was: Appetizers - Calamari, crab bisque, crab dip all were very good Drinks - grapefruit crushes are outstanding, Bee's Knees got mixed reviews Dinner - Scallops were some of the best I have ever had, Cioppino was good, Red Curry Salmon was great, Crab Cake was ok, Filet Mignon was excellent Desert - Bread pudding, Key Lie Pie, and the salted chocolate were 10/10; the lemon ricotta cheesecake was good just no lemon flavor to speak of Service - Good all around, but on the second visit a surf and turf with a filet ordered medium came out well done. Our waitress, , apologized and returned with a perfectly cooked replacement. The entrée and deserts were taken off of the bill without asking. All restaurants could learn from this type of service.

    (5)

  • Adrian C.

    My wife and I started our order off with an appetizer, calamari. It was a great ideas as it had just the right mount of flavor and crunch. As my main meal I ordered the shrimp tacos. It, like the calamari, had the right amount of flavor and crunch. All in all a great place to eat.

    (4)

  • Michael M.

    I'll be honest, I haven't had my entree yet.. But.. The fried oysters are so good. I've had them other places and they always seem to come from canned oysters that they fry, but these were obviously shucked fresh in the kitchen, and they are huge and meaty. Seriously, even if the entree sucks, I'd come back for 4 plates of fried oysters. Best, most adorable waitress ever. I think her name is Katie.

    (5)

  • Janice P.

    This place was exactly what I was looking for. It's trendy but not snooty. The lighting and ambience is very nice and classy. The food was excellent! My husband and I ordered the calamari and the scallops and they were so fresh. He ordered as an entree the steak frites which were cooked to perfection. I ordered the crab cake and there was no fillers. Possibly the best, freshest crab cake ever. And the cous cous it came with was tasty I had 2 caprihianias which were strong but delish. This place was fantastic.

    (5)

  • Vivian C.

    Delicious meal, Excellent service. Calamari lived up to previous reviews. Would return for the bread pudding alone! Yum. So nice to discover a wonderful restaurant among all the tourist buffets.

    (5)

  • Martin K.

    Excellent both times we were there. Soft shell crabs were great. Lucky they had them when we were there.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth K.

    Wow, the dinner I had here on my latest trip to Ocean City was astounding. First of all, the service and ambience was great. Our server was very knowledgeable and answered all questions we had. The inside was beautiful, nice and bright, with an upscale casual vibe. There was also a beautiful deck out front with a bar and tables to eat at. There was also a deck upstairs we did not get to see (wish we could have!). My friend and I both got the peach margarita, which was their seasonal margarita. It was amazing! While all of our food was good, i think this is the thing I will be talking about for years to come and looking for an imitator everywhere I go. It was fresh, not too strong, and matched the summer season beautifully. For our appetizers we got crab dip and calamari. Normally I can take or leave calamari, but this was amazing. It was served with a spicy mayo (we chose to get it on the side) and had a nice seasoning to it & the breading was light. The crab dip was served with crostini and was nice and cheesy with some good chunks of crab. The restaurant also served us some tasty rolls (with what looked like rosemary in them), which were a nice addition. For my main I got the surf and turf, which was a 6oz steak (medium) and shrimp with corn, potatoes, and kale chips. Plus grits on the side! They cooked and seasoned the steak perfectly, oftentimes restaurants overdo medium, but this had a lot of pink in it. The grits paired great with both the steak and shrimp. My only regret is that I did not have a bigger stomach to eat more food. It was the perfect ending dinner to a fun vacation. They also have some other locations with slightly different names, all of which I have heard good things about. I can't wait til I'm back in the area to go again.

    (5)

  • Nikoletta K.

    Great little place that my boyfriend and i tried yesterday for our first time on our way out from OC! Great staff, beautiful decor and great atmosphere! We sat outside which was soo nice! Calamari is a MUST! & i got the crabcake sandwich which was soo delicious!! Definitely a great place to eat at! Very mediterranean feel! Only thing isi wouldnt take kids there just cause i dont think they'd like anything from the menu just because of the different sauces and fanciness of the food!

    (5)

  • Terry S.

    We went there for an early dinner on Saturday with our 2 year old son. I think there was a staff shift change or change for seating from lunch to dinner because the hostess wouldn't seat us until dinner started. So, we waited patiently at the small entry way near the bar with our son. The bar was full of patrons watching a hockey game on TV. Another couple came in after us, they had to wait too. Finally, it was time to be seated. Our waiter was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We started off with the jerk chicken wings and I thoroughly enjoyed it, the flavor was delicious. Our entree was just as good, he ordered the pan roasted chicken, while I had an item off of the daily specials menu, the swordfish (with scallops as an add on). Our son enjoyed his meal, an item off of the kids menu - Mac and cheese, but I think he enjoyed the complimentary bread more. He also enjoyed drawing on the paper laid over the tablecloth with his crayons. The manager also stopped by and really made us feel welcomed. As we were leaving, I noticed that the restaurant was getting pretty crowded. I would definitely recommend Hooked and come back whenever we are in town.

    (5)

  • Peter R.

    What an awesome meal my wife and I had. Well crafted food that made you appreciate fine dining. My wife had the corn crab jalapeño bisque. This was perhaps one of the top 5 things I have ever tasted. It was so excellent I actually considered not giving back to my wife. After reluctantly handing the bisque back over I enjoyed the fried calamari. Again excellent! I decided on fish and chips. Very good, the fish was flakey and mild tasting. It came with pesto fries - not my favorite but still good none the less. The wife had the wild mushroom flatbread and a crab cake. Flat bread was great and the crab cake was outstanding. The crab cake was lightly seasoned to allow the crab flavor to be enjoyed and held together by more crab! The staff was friendly and attentive. The restaurant did not seem it would hold a huge crowd which creates for a nice atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Jeff S.

    Here is a true artisan restaurant. Food is local, Fresh and so artful. The chopped salad was a thing of beauty and the Cioppino was amazing. The broth has a touch of spice from Chorizo but so delicate. I wanted to try everything on the menu. On the main drag competing against trashy beach town buffets, this is where the foodie goes to dine. It's not just a meal, it's a trip to Flavortown.

    (5)

  • Jessica S.

    We walked in to the restaurant as a group of 4 and were seated by a friendly hostess. The ambiance was very elegant, yet casual at the same time.We started with a bottle of wine which was delicious. We ordered the crab bisque as an appetizer and it was amazing! Best crab bisque I've ever had. We had the cioppino and crab cake, they were both delicious and we'll flavored. Everything tasted very fresh. Cant wait to go back next year!

    (4)

  • Jean K.

    I was pleasantly surprised to find an excellent dining experience in the midst of the overprices and mediocre food establishments in Ocean City. We enjoyed excellent service, very nice but casual atmosphere, and delicious food. If we return to OC, Hooked is definitely on our list to revisit!

    (5)

  • Tammi C.

    Returned for lunch a month later and had the fish tacos. Best fish tacos ever. I wish I could take the staff home with me. Our guest tried the shrimp taco and my husband had a salad. Again, wonderful flavor and great service.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth A.

    Love the concept behind Hooked- they definitely are committed to the concept of fresh and local food. This translates even to their beers, which are all locally brewed, with a pretty nice collection of flavors sampled. Their cocktails were definitely on point as well, though a wider selection would be nice. I am vegan, and I had hoped to painlessly modify the vegetarian platter to be vegan. Unfortunately, that's a no-go-- the tomatoes are fried in an egg batter, there's nothing to substitute the cheese for, so you're left with nothing on the plate. Luckily our server (whose name I forget! sorry!) was extremely accommodating, and worked with me to come up with a combination of addons from other dishes (the quinoa from the salmon, the fingerling potatoes from something else, the sauce from a salad, etc.). The flatbread could be made vegan without the gruyère sauce as well, and she personally suggested swapping in chimichurri to make it less dry, an A+ suggestion. My seafood loving family were unwowed with the crab cake, but loved the fish and chips made with cod, as well as the rockfish. The humbleberry pie was so fantastic it humbles you- definitely the high point of the night. I recommend it to those who don't normally get dessert, because it's not overly sweet and lets the berries shine. Our server definitely made the experience worth it for me by being so helpful, but my dinner did honestly feel a little mishmoshed. If you read this Hooked-- if you put something vegan on the menu I'll love you forever! But at the end of the day I don't mind-- I mean, it is a seafood restaurant, and I don't fault them for not catering to me because, hey, if I don't eat seafood I bet I'm not your target audience!

    (4)

  • Matt B.

    Everything about this place made it seem like it was going to be a winner. The kids menu items seemed to be the best. The calamari was good, probably the only saving grace. The wings were ok tasting but they were whole with the drum, wing, and tip together. So they werent really cooked through enough. I had the wedge salad and it was gross. After the dinner; calamari (shared), 2 wings, and a wedge salad I had a stomach ache.

    (2)

  • Mark R.

    Along with Longboard and Ky West, Hooked defies the tired beach restaurant paradigm. This place is awesome with a great staff, cool vibe and amazing food. We got the fried oysters, seared scallops, fried green tomatoes and the vegetarian plate. Everything was excellent. If this place was back home in DC, we'd go all the time.

    (5)

  • Chris W.

    I'm hooked on Hooked!!! My boyfriend and I came here for lunch after yelping during our Ocean City vacation... We ordered the calamari, mussels, and crabcake dinner with asparagus!!! Amazing! Everything was full of flavor and cooked to perfection! Then, the French toast bread pudding with maple bacon syrup and a side of cinnamon ice cream was melt in your mouth good!!! And the mason water jars give a nice summer outdoor feel to this cute indoor restaurant! Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because they sat us in the back of an empty restaurant and there are a few flies which we could've done without he company of.

    (4)

  • Alexa A.

    Hooked was a great find in a very tourist-friendly city. A lot of places in Ocean City are all you can eat seafood places that are not upscale and are all very similar. Hooked had a different, classier feel to it and it was charming. The menu is small but each dish is very detailed. The cocktail list also had a nice selection. The peach margarita was perfectly made.. also had a good tap beer selection. Our server was approachable, attentive and honest. He suggested the tuna entree as well as the scallops entree. My friend and I started our meal with a chopped kale salad with basil-pesto vinegar which was a great start to the meal. We went with the servers selection of the scallops and tuna. The scallops were perfectly seared and the grits served with it were smoky and complimented the fish well. The ahi tuna dish had a nice sear as well as nice lemon zest underneath the fish with the gazpacho. Both dishes were phenomenal with nice sized portions. I was in OC for vacation but would love to visit Hooked again upon my return.

    (5)

  • Kim B.

    WOW! Everything was outstanding! We had calamari and the wedged salad for appetizer and it was he best I've had! Try the crab cakes and the chicken dish. You won't be disappointed! Katie was great and brought water and bread out as soon as we sat! Make sure you go whole in OC!

    (5)

  • Jeri C.

    Absolutely wonderful! Food is delicious and the portions are very healthy. The staff is kind and extremely efficient. We were seated, served and out in under 30 min. We have come two years in a row and were pleased to receive the same service and quality of food. MUST GO!!!

    (5)

  • Katie H.

    I went to Hooked for lunch and I was certainly not disappointed. We shared a calamari appetizer, as well as the crab dip. Both were excellent! The calamari had a spicy mayo-like sauce, which had a slight kick but wasn't overwhelmingly spicy! The crab dip was served with crispy bread and it was delicious. Full from the appetizers, I had the crab bisque for my meal. It was amazing -- even had lumps of crab meat! I'd absolutely recommend to anyone, and I will certainly be back next time I come to the beach!

    (5)

  • Andy W.

    We started are dinner with the crab flat bread which was amazing with the crumbled bacon and white truffle oil. Large portion for an appetizer. Well done! For our entrees, I got the seared scallops with cheesy grits and a smoked beef broth. Nice sized dish with good sized scallops and balanced flavor. My wife got the red curry salmon entree. The description had lots of favors but the dish itself was lacking which was a disappointment for the price. Nice restaurant space and balance if indoor and outdoor eating space but no direct bay view.

    (3)

  • Peter T.

    Very creative and tasty options on the menu ... perfect environment for early dinner. Our party had halibut special, seared scallops, fish n' chips and cheeseburger ... all of which came out perfectly. Service was great and the restaurant is nicely decorated. Will definitely plan to come back here every time I am in ocean city!

    (5)

  • Ben W.

    Food, drinks, service, atmosphere were all fantastic.

    (5)

  • Kristine B.

    This place is amazing! Fresh, tasty, clean... Food is delicious. Calamari the best !!! fish tacos, fish and chips and the Crab Bisque is to die for. Amazing lemon ricotta cheesecake. Thank you Natalie great service.

    (5)

  • Barbara H.

    Food was pretty good. Tried to be fancier than they needed to be and unfortunately reflected in the price. Service was awesome from hostess to the multitude of employees on staff.

    (3)

  • Rob N.

    Excellent place to eat if you are in OC. Great fresh food and they have good beer on draft. Probably one of the best places in OC.

    (5)

  • Denise L.

    Yummy, yummy in my tummy! My family and I dined here during our summer trip to OC. This is certified quality seafood supported by awesome service. There was a friendly hostess who made my entire family feel welcomed. She made sure that we were all accounted for, seated and comfortable. She recommended dishes and even checked on us throughout the meal. As a unit we all recommend the buttermilk battered oysters, buttermilk battered oysters and the seafood pasta. Everything was good but those were the favorites. Hooked provided an excellent experience and I will be returning for our next family trip.

    (5)

  • Larry J.

    The service from Sean and the staff at hooked was Excellent. We had a bad weekend of picking food but hooked changed our mind about Ocean city food especially the SEAFOOD freshest I've had in years. Thanks Too Sean for the great suggestions and being so knowledgeable of the full menu..

    (5)

  • Denise B.

    Really great food and service. The crab dip is a real winner and everyone really enjoyed it. The blackened fish tacos are out of this world as well as the boom boom shrimp tacos. The lunch menu has the perfect size servings. To top it all the music we really chill and set a great mood.

    (4)

  • Michele L.

    Fantastic! Great po boys, tacos and crab cakes! Definitely order the key lime pie. Great service too. It's a must while you're in Ocean City.

    (4)

  • Nicole S.

    Amazing fish specials!

    (5)

  • Paige S.

    Food is by far best in OC. The scallop dinner and calamari are the best!!! Must go to if you are in the area! Food also arrives pretty quickly too!

    (5)

  • Mark H.

    Fresh and high quality sea food. I am glad I came by and will definitely come back. I stopped on my way here when on vacation in Delaware and Ocean City, Maryland beaches for the day. It was the best rated restaurant on Yelp so I thought I would give it a try. I had the rockfish which had greek yogurt in it and had a very strong and crisp taste to it. I had also tried the salmon and the shrimp which were all delightful. The ambiance is great as well as are the decorations. Overall will recommend.

    (4)

  • Pete D.

    Food was good but not sensational. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff and service was fairly quick. Prices seemed fair for the area.

    (4)

  • Alex L.

    I don't understand how this place got such great reviews. Our calamari was so salty I had to peel the batters off. My husband's fish & chips tasted funny. The only dish I was happy with was my seared scallop with grits.

    (2)

  • Kristi P.

    The restaurant is very nice looking. Modern and clean looking decor. The outdoor bar on the ground level is super cute. Would have liked to have had a drink there but my boyfriend and I were starving and went inside right away. We were seated promptly upstairs. Our waitress Olivia was great. She always had a smile on her face and was there when needed. The scallop entrée was so delish! I highly recommend that dish and this restaurant.

    (5)

  • Martin P.

    For the money I think the food is nothing special. I had the Scallops and it did look good but it had no taste.

    (1)

  • Emily L.

    We snook in for a late night meal just around closing time. We expected to be turned away but were graciously welcomed by a pleasant staff and attentive waiter. We enjoyed our meal- one of the best we have ever had. I will highly recommend this restaurant to anyone in ocean city looking for something quiet and a little upscale.

    (5)

  • Matt W.

    We've been to Hooked several times. We've visited most of the sister restaurants as well. The food is fresh and tasty. The ambiance is also very nice. The staff is very friendly. We will continue to come back regularly.

    (5)

  • Christina G.

    Amazing.food!!!! Service was so good, prompt, friendly, and food came out quick! Cant wait to come back!

    (5)

  • Vickie C.

    Excellent! Food, service, and atmosphere were just excellent. The sangria was awesome! My husband and I have been looking for good food in OCMD since we got here. I highly recommend this place!

    (5)

  • Kyle D.

    One of the highest quality restaurants in the area. Love the shrimp tacos, and crab dip. Good selection of food and drinks. Good portions, great flavor, nice atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Lauren W.

    I was just on the phone with my dad, to tell him about this amazing restaurant my friends and I found in Ocean City during our last visit. When I couldn't remember the name, I looked through my Yelp reviews.. to realize I forgot to review it! I blame it on the delicious calamari. It does things to your mind. Four of us went for a very late lunch - somewhere around 3. I enjoyed the look of the restaurant. Cool-toned colors, simple, and quiet. A mix of casual and classy. There were a couple occupied tables in the restaurant, but we were there to hang out at the bar and eat. I really wish I could remember our bartender's name, because he was fantastic. He was both perfectly knowledgeable, efficient and professional and yet really personable and chill the whole time. The bar is pretty small, maybe room for about 15 people or so; so it could probably get pretty crowded if it was busy. He also made some delicious drinks - I really liked the orange crush, but all the cocktails looked yummy. The food really shines though. Just like the ambience of the restaurant, it's a great mix of casual and classy. Tons of options that are perfect casual plates at the bar or nicer options at a table (or you can feel free to flip flop those scenarios). We decided to go nutso and order pretty much everything. We started off with calamari, fish & shrimp tacos, tuna (I think) tartare, and wings. Yes, that is one appetizer per person. For meals, we went with the scallop po' boy, the burger w/ truffle cheese fries, some type of chicken sandwich, and something else. Yes, that is one entree per person too. The reason why I'm blanking on the last two dishes is because I went about a month ago. And while looking at their menu to jog my memory, I realized that they change their menu seasonally because so many unfamiliar things were on it. And that is awesome. I wish I could tell you which dishes were my favorite, and which to avoid. But each dish was awesome. The calamari was truly excellent - trust every other Yelper's rave review and order it! A must at this restaurant. The boom boom shrimp tacos were also SO flavorful and light and perfect that I very nearly ordered them for my meal after eating them as an appetizer. I picked the scallop sandwich for my main; and while I really enjoyed it, there wasn't anything that punched me in the face about it. So if you like scallops, I would definitely recommend it - but I probably wouldn't order it myself again simply because there are just too many other items to try. The pesto fries were perfect, and if you feel like a $4 upcharge on fries, the bacon truffle cheese fries were SUPER indulgent and tasty. Every dish was just really well thought out. You could tell that a real chef was in there trying to create delicious food. When you combine that with realistic prices (not dirt cheap, but certainly reasonable for seafood at a popular tourist town!), AND awesome daily specials, it really makes for a special place. Speaking of the specials, we found out that they have a daily happy hour that is something like 4 or 5 hours long. Good deals on all drinks (beer, wine, and cocktails), and a selection of food too. This was definitely my favorite place in Ocean City. My dad currently lives about 40 minutes away, and I've already arranged to go down and visit him soon.. just so I can talk him into going here for dinner.

    (5)

  • Kevin Matthew T.

    Date of Visit: 7/1/15 When checking into our hotel in Bethany Beach, DE, the receptionist at the front desk told my mom that Ocean City, MD was only about a 10-15 minute drive away. Upon hearing that information, my mom already decided that we would eat in Ocean City for dinner. After a few hours of soaking up some sun, enjoying the crystal clear water, and relaxing poolside at our hotel, my mom, aunt, and I prepared to head off to Ocean City by taking showers and getting dressed. Once we finished getting ready for the rest of the night, all that was left to do was deciding on a restaurant to eat at. Never having ever really eaten or been down in OCMD in a while, we consulted Yelp on the best places to go. Hooked was one of the top picks that we were given, considering its high and numerous amount of ratings, so we decided to go there. We were afraid we wouldn't make it in time, considering the place closed at 9pm, but the drive really was short and we made to the restaurant well before then. When we arrived, the extremely friendly hostess told us it would be about a half hour wait. Not a problem at all. We were just happy that we made it before closing time. Luckily, after only about 10 minutes, our table was already ready for us. Our waitress, Allie (alternate spelling/sp?) was the one who took care of us and she was absolutely FANTASTIC! She was very attentive, outgoing, patient, and willing to satisfy all our needs and answer all of our questions. She also gave us some awesome recommendations and clearly knew the menu very well, describing them with such precision and finesse. For our appetizers, we ordered the bacon-wrapped scallops and fried calamari (Allie's recommendation). Along with it came their bread. For the bread, my only problem with it is that it wasn't very warm when it came out. Other than that, it was absolutely scrumptious. Soft, drizzled in olive oil among other things, and in a good portion for my mom, aunt, and I to split. The bacon-wrapped scallops were my absolute favorite. The bacon was cooked exactly to my liking--not too crispy, but not too rubbery either. It paired so well with the scallop, which was also cooked to perfection. The corn salsa and aioli was a nice garnish. The calamari we had was just like the bacon--not too rubbery, but crispy enough. Instead of marinara, it was served with spicy mayo, which wasn't too spicy for my taste. My main meal was the red curry jumbo shrimp, which coincidentally happened to be Allie's favorite dish off the menu. It was served with baby bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, coconut ginger rice, garlic confit, togarashi, and curly scallions. The plate was smaller than I imagined, and not a predominantly soupy curry, which was perfect. I thoroughly enjoyed my dish, especially since I love mushrooms. Getting the shells off some of the shrimp was a bit of a pain at times, but it was well worth it. My only real complaint is that I wish there was more rice on the plate. To complement my meal, I also decided to order a margarita. When asking Allie what kind of margaritas they served, the first thing that came out of her mouth was along the lines of "peach mango." I was sold and immediately stopped her there, for she had just uttered my two favorite fruits (and in combination) ever. The margarita was served on the rocks in a hipster mason jar (bonus points!), and was honestly probably one of the best and tastiest margaritas I've ever had. For my mom, she got the seared tuna, which I believe was one of the specials for the day. When she ordered it, she didn't realize it wouldn't be fully cooked, so she sent it back to the kitchen to have it cooked a little more. When it came back, it was cooked a little more, but not all the way. Allie came over to see how we were doing and my mom explained what had happened. Allie then explained to my mom that that's how the dish was prepared (as she didn't realize that). She compared it to sushi, as the fish isn't cooked completely. After, Allie then offered my mom to take it back and order something else, but my mom decided to keep her food, knowing she'd like it either way, despite still preferring fully cooked fish. But after the first bite, she was satisfied with how it turned out and continued eating. The nice helping of greens under the fish definitely helped as well. My aunt also had one of the daily specials, but decided on the halibut instead. This dish also had lots of vegetables to be eaten, so my aunt was more than satisfied. We almost passed up on dessert, but after hearing Allie's run-down on what they had, we decided to get something. What we ordered was a lemon mascarpone cheesecake topped with fresh blackberries and raspberries. My mom, aunt, and I split up one piece among the three of us. It was tart, light, and not too sweet. A perfect way to end our perfect meal. Overall, our experience was phenomenal, from the ambiance to the service and to the food. We'll definitely be coming back soon.

    (5)

  • Emilee F.

    Amazing! We checked it out for dinner after reading all these amazing things & were not let down! Crab soup was delicious & the spicy mayo on the calamari was to die for. I had the fried green tomatoes with goat cheese & fingerling potatoes, it's hard to find good vegetarian options so that was what I was most excited about. We'll definitely be returning every time we're in town

    (5)

  • Romel S.

    Great food. Had their blackened fish taco, it was fresh and full of taste. Nice atmosphere. Will be back here.

    (4)

  • Joshua E.

    This was one of the best meals I have had in a long time. The place is simple but functional in its layout. Outdoor seating is available with an outdoor bar available. Once inside there is seating along the first floor and then additional seating on the second level with a bar on each. They have a decent wine selection to choose from as well as 7 or 8 craft beers on draft, some local and a few more common to the region. No reservations are taken but tonight we got right in. We arrived at about 6 o'clock and asked to sit on the 2nd floor. The tables with white linen and then white paper over the top are different but functional for clean up and turn over rates. Our server was pleasant all though under dressed I thought, but as were some of the others. There was not really a consistency through out at all other then the bartenders wore light blue and servers wore black t shirts. Honestly though that was the only negative about our whole experience. After we ordered cocktails, our waitress brought homemade focaccia bread with olive oil and fresh cracked pepper. We then ordered the jerk chicken wings for an appetizer. They were cooked to perfection. Nice color with a crisp skin, yet juicy and tender on the inside served along side a fresh lime wedge and sauce to dip the wings in if you chose to. They offered one special which tonight was halibut, but I was in the mood for tuna. I ordered the Thai Basil Pan Seared Tuna. It was cooked medium rare just as I had ordered and served over a bed of fresh zucchini and squash noodles, that we're light and crispy. The fresh basil was chopped and crusted into the fish which was a nice fresh contrast to the salty Thai sauce that garnished the noodles and bed of greens. I also paired dinner with an order of the white cheddar grits. They were the consistency of a rich and creamy polenta. And for the $3 they cost could have been a meal in themselves. Either way both were extraordinary. For desert we got a piece of the chocolate chip cookie dough cheesecake which was big enough for 2 and some. The whole place was pleasant from the staff to the fresh and very well put together dishes. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area and would go out of my way to eat here again. We look forward to returning either to Hooked or one of the other locations nearby.

    (5)

  • Brian R.

    We always try to hit a really nice restaurant while on vacation with a seafood focus. This place is amazing. Our group had, the vegetarian plate, fish and chips, scallops, and steak frites. The food was fast. We arrive just after 8pm with a 9pm closing time which was ideal.

    (5)

  • Malena L.

    Me and my family chose to try Hooked because of its reviews and they lived up to every positive review. Great seafood! Great drinks! Great service! I love dining here. If I could afford to everyday, I would!

    (5)

  • Deb B.

    First time trying out hooked, really liked the fact that it was all local. Our server, I think her name was Hilary, was attentive and friendly. The lunch menu was pretty short but I still couldn't decide because the options they did have all sounded soo good. We started off with the calamari which was delicious, the spicy mayo was different. My boyfriend and I both got the shrimp tacos and they were perfect on the tastebuds. Will definitely be back for dinner in the summer.

    (5)

  • Carla D.

    Great find in Ocean City! My husband had the red curry shrimp with coconut rice. I thought he was going to lick his plate.I had the seared scallops with grits and green beans. When I ordered it I thought I would just skip the grits, but it was all such a great combination I ate it all. Even my grandson who can be a picky eater, was eating the green beans from my plate. He had the grilled shrimp with fries and after every bite said, Ummm, this is so good! Our son had the steak with spinach. Loved it and it was a huge portion. Calamari was good though slightly greasy. The service was quick, friendly and professional. Definitely putting on our list to return.

    (4)

  • Linnette G.

    Food at the beach is usually crabs and ribs. Hooked had crab, but boy was it different and excellent. We ate fish and shrimp tacos for lunch, then came back for dinner, capers and wedge salad were beyond ordinary, crab cake, soft shelled crab and ahi entrees were excellent. The service was outstanding. Wine was good. Just as advertised, fresh, local, honest!

    (5)

  • Jeff K.

    I've been to Hooked once on a recent trip to OC and what a pleasant surprise from so many terrible spots in Ocean City... THE PROS The parking lot they have makes it easy to park without driving around for a while or paying for street parking. Attentive service that is prompt, friendly and courteous. Very clean Food is delicious, especially the cheesy grits!! They are amazing! The salmon was super good and all the vegetables taste fresh and everything was cooked well! THE CONS The crab dip was a little disappointing..expected better so I probably wouldn't order that again. Overall, this is a great spot well worth checking out as I know I'll return next visit to OC!

    (4)

  • Mommabee T.

    Went last night with my family there was tons of people and a hour wait. So we waited only to be disappointed. I had the cioppino and my husband had the roasted chicken very disappointed. We were going to split the cioppino because the waitress said it was a good size portion... Um my five year could eat that size if it tasted good. I used to high quality food and very disappointed. Not worth the wait!!!

    (2)

  • Nanette D.

    I read several reviews and expected more from Hooked. The calamari got rave reviews from others but I found that it was over-battered and greasy. They tossed it in the aioli rather than serving it on the side , which didn't help their cause. The menu was very limited and we ended up ordering a wedge salad (very good), crab cake and jerk chicken wings (meh). With so many other restaurants in the area, I doubt we will be back here again.

    (2)

  • Lisa N.

    We love Hooked! We prefer to sit at the bar and order appetizers. John takes great care of you. As for food - Fried calamari and mussels were very good. We've also enjoyed the flatbread and the bacon wrapped scallops on a previous visit. Cioppino (entree) was tasty and asparagus salad was "interesting". Not what we expected but yummy. Friends ordered an amazing crab cake. We'll try that on our next visit. You can't go wrong with this restaurant or one of the others owned by them. Their "farm, ocean, table" concept works!!! 2 hr projected wait on a busy holiday weekend is a pretty standard wait in OC (not just at Hooked but neighboring restaurants as well). This place is worth the wait. Others not so much. Just relax and enjoy a local craft brew or a spicy Bloody Mary.

    (5)

  • Lioness D.

    Okay,SO we went to hooked earlier today for lunch. We had drinks and apps (calamari & jerk chicken,both pretty good) Our server Kelsey was amazing.Great personality,and Very sweet.As an establishment,we liked Hooked overall.Our problem was not with the staff,but with the table next to us.They were a table of four (age range 60+)Caucasion people.First off there was a woman in one of the couples who was VERY loud,domineering,and obviously very opinionated on Racial matters.To be very honest,her husband and fellow diners seemed embarrased by her behavior. My fiance and I are young,African-American 20-Somethings,to be very clear.When my guy got up to go to the bathroom,I was treated to them reminiscing about the "good old days" and how their parents were racists.I WAS VERY VERY OFFENDED.It made no sense to me that this group had NO CONSIDERATION for the table RIGHT ACROSS FROM THEM.When Kelsey came back to take our entrée orders,we just asked for the check,My fiance mentioned we wanted the check "to get away from certain people",no response from Kelsey.It couldve been because she was busy,we dont know.No staff person cared anything about the offensive conversation.It was said very loudly by this woman that she and her husband were locals and frequently come to Hooked.My fiance wanted to say something about my experience,but I begged him not to.The embarrasment of her group spoke volumes.Hooked was a nice place,but based on our first experience we wont be returning.I couldn't believe my ears.

    (3)

  • Blake H.

    Started out with the Crunchy Tuna Lettuce Wraps (you get 2 soft tacos) and they were good but not amazing. I only say that because I could taste a lot of wasabi and I am not a wasabi lover. Still tasty and a good size for an app. As my entree I got the Cioppino and it was really good! It had a lot of seafood with a pesto crostini to dip in the broth. The person I was with got the Seared Scallops and those were really good as well but just know that it is a suuuper rich dish so I don't recommend this for anyone that wants a lighter dish. Very good though! I definitely want to go back and try more items on the menu.

    (4)

  • Carmen H.

    I went there on a Friday night with my family and had to wait about 45 minutes until there was a seat for three. That being said, I was really hoping that it was worth the wait. It was. We ended up having a seat upstairs inside the restaurant, where it was nice and quaint and the walls were filled with Kevin Fleming's photograph which were pleasant to look at. The service was a bit rushed (hence the 4 stars) but only because they were busy, but everyone was nice and friendly-our waitress took a while to check up on us and we were desperately needing our water refilled. For the food, hands down, 5 stars. We had ordered: Fried calamari: it's lightly breaded so the squid isn't overpowered which is great. You could really taste the freshness- it's almost like eating sushi- it's that fresh! The aioli really complimented the calamari-definitely one of the best I've ever eaten. Crab Bisque: the menu stated there was jalapeño, I honestly couldn't really taste it but the crab lumps in there were delicious and the bisque is just rich and creamy, it made everyone swoon. (It would have been nice at that time for the waitress to check up and refill out water but, it was a busy night. Oh well.) For the entree, I had ordered the Thai Basil Seared Tuna. It was perfectly seared for a well seasoned crust, leaving a beautiful medium rare centered, very impressed. On the first bite, I was overpowered by a strong citrusy flavor from the julienned assorted vegetables and citrus skin. However, the more you eat it, it felt much more natural and it turns out to compliment the fish very well. We also ordered pesto fries as a side and it tasted really good, lots of pesto flavor but it was the least of our favorite as our entree dishes just really outshone everything. My brother ordered the Crabcake and was present with fingerling potatoes and two large crabcakes. The crab cakes were delicious, juicy and perfect cooked with a nice crispy crust. Best part, not much breading! The only complaint he had was the fingerling potatoes, there wasn't anything special with it and the crab cakes probably should have had a side of coleslaw. Last but not least, in my opinion the best entree was my mother's- seared scallops and grits. It was delicious with the bacon broth and the corn. Just sweet and flavorful, creamy deliciousness with every bite. It's rather hard to please my mom as she is a super taster (she has more taste buds/receptors than the average person) so it's very rare for her to compliment on food. And she complimented on it and ate the whole dish clean. For dessert, we shared the key lime pie. I personally dislike key lime pie so I felt that it tasted like any other key lime flavor. I loved the whipped cream on top though as well as the texture of the pie itself- it had a mousse-like/custard consistency which is much different than most key lime pies. The crust is nice and crumbly-very addicting. My brother and mom were in love with the pie though, remarking about the texture of the pie as well as how there is a perfect balance of sweet and sour/tartness, it's very fresh tasting and you could really taste the lime. Overall, the food is great, service is alright. Lots of flavors so you really have to sit down and just soak it in. At first we thought it tasted alright, but once we took the second bite, slowly tasted it, boom. Flavor-town! Another thing that would have been great is water, water, water. It's great to cleanse the palate, so you can taste it again and really savor it. All in all, a great place and I would definitely go back and try the rest of their dishes.

    (4)

  • Amber F.

    THIS PLACE! First of all, we showed up at around 5:30 on a Friday night and were given our choice of seating; we chose the upstairs balcony which overlooks the back parking lot but was still nice and quiet, we were the first and only ones there until our apps came out. I went with the calamari, my husband had the grilled jerk wings. The calamari was seasoned perfectly, was crunchy and had a spicy sauce (similar to Bonefish Grill's bang-bang sauce, a mixture of sriracha and mayo maybe?). Even my husband, who doesn't like calamari, was "hooked." Haha. I'm punny. The wings were good, too. I had the scallops (over corn, pablanos, grits in a bacon broth) and I could eat this meal every day for the rest of my life. My husband had the Thai basil seared tuna and had them change out the zucchini/squash noodles for israeli couscous. He kept everything else (the ponzu was incredible) and the dish was fantastic! We each enjoyed two drinks a piece, the hooked lemonade was my favorite pick. We also got a piece of key like pie to go and when I tried it late last night, I wished I'd gotten a whole pie. Our bill was $109, but $32 of that was alcohol so I'm sure you could get out under $75 if you wanted to. Cortney was our waitress and she was helpful, funny and really nice. This was our second date night since our daughter was born 13 months ago and it didn't disappoint. We will be back next year!

    (5)

  • Sally S.

    This place is great! The atmosphere, the service, and the food are all outstanding. My boyfriend and I shared the calamari for an app and it was definitely one of the best ive ever had! They also serve fresh made bread topped with oil and herbs; its so unique and so delicious. I had a stew made with a white wine tomato broth and tons of variety of seafood. The shrimp was a bit overcooked buy other than that I thought it was also so so good! My boyfriend had the chicken entree which was very tasty! While we were eating a water glass was dropped by accident next to our table and to say sorry they gave us a free dessert! It was the chocolate ganache with coffee ice cream and it was very rich and tasty! We will definitely be back!

    (4)

  • Andrew W.

    Oh my. Fresh, yummy, and great atmosphere. My son loved his burger, fish sandwich was perfect, and my wife's Caesar salad with shrimp was tasty and light. Will definitely come again.

    (5)

  • Bill H.

    Absolutely fantastic, the food was fresh I had to fish and chips and my wife had the oyster Po boy. I substituted a Caesar salad for my french fries and that was a great combination at no additional charge. All the staff was very friendly and the food came out very fast which was a surprise because it was busy. We ate there for lunch and liked it so much we went back that same day for dinner and the experience was just as good. The scallop and grits dish was absolutely terrific.

    (5)

  • Dan A.

    We finally made it to Hooked on a Saturday night. We ordered Mojitos which were excellent while waiting for our table (20 min). We ordered the Crab dip & Clams for appetizers. Both were exceptional! For dinner, Crab Cakes, Seared Scallops & the Soft Shell Crab Special. Everything was exquisite! Paula, our server, was awesome! We will be back...

    (5)

  • Adeline P.

    I visited Hooked and it was so much better than I expected. We visited the location in Ocean City because it came highly recommended by a friend. The interior of the restaurant is classy and stylish, while maintaining a casual and pleasant atmosphere. I loved the beach-themed canvas prints against the grey walls and white trim. The tables featured freshly cut flowers and canning jars for drinks, which I thought was very chic. Overall, this establishment had a very pleasing aesthetic. The waiter was extremely friendly and attentive, and made recommendations and small talk while he refilled our drinks. The wine list was extensive, and the signature drinks looked very tasty, (though I didn't try them this time.) The bread that was served before the meal was amazing... Perhaps the best I've ever been offered. It had a unique texture, somewhat spongey and drizzled with olive oil. So delicious. For an appetizer, I highly recommend the fried calamari. The sauce is delicious. I was sad when we finished it. I ordered the Caesar salad with grilled shrimp, and other family members tried the steak dish and the scallops. All of our food was incredibly fresh, and I loved how the steak was the tender and perfectly cooked medium, and all of our meals provided generous portions. The owner visited our table and was very friendly and asked what we ordered and how we enjoyed our meals. I would definitely visit Hooked again, and I am excited to try the other two locations in Fenwick Island and Rehoboth Beach. This just might be my new favorite OC beach eatery!

    (5)

  • Kat F.

    I was expecting a great experience, and this place lived up to the hype. I had come here back in September, but just for drinks (Orange Crush FTW!) and an appetizer at their lovely outdoor bar. I didn't feel ready to review Hooked until I had a full meal. Came here last weekend for my birthday dinner, and it was delicious! The menu was really quite small, and there are very few dinner options for people who don't like seafood (basically just chicken or a burger). Luckily, everyone at our table was down with seafood. My bf and I both got the orange-glazed salmon with brussels sprouts and fingerling potatoes. The potatoes were a bit undercooked, but everything else was great! Hooked is all about high quality food and service.

    (4)

  • Lori A.

    My boyfriend and I ate here last night after seeing all the amazing reviews and we were not disappointed! If you want to treat yourself to a nice dinner, this is the place to go. Our server, Tim, was awesome. He was knowledgable on the menu, and gave legit recommendations, not just the most expensive dishes on the menu. You can always tell when a server is trying to up sell you and that wasn't the case here. The drinks are yummy and will definitely give you a nice buzz! I recommend the strawberry mojito and a speciality whiskey drink. Now to the food- we both love calamari so that was the first thing we ordered. It has a nice zing to it and all the pieces were meaty (in a good way). My boyfriend got the fish & chips, and instead of chips you get these delicious pesto fries. I couldn't stop reaching over to snag some. I got the scallop dish, and although it had more corn than I would have liked, I definitely still enjoyed it. We went a little on the earlier side, close to 630 and waited not even 5 minutes to be seated, but I could tell that it starts to fill up the later you wait to go. Next time I come to OC I will definitely be coming here again, just to try some other yummy dish.

    (5)

  • MJ L.

    So many great things to say about this place. First, we had a party of 12, 7 of which were young children. They don't take reservations so we did have to wait about an hour but while waiting we asked for bread/water to keep the kids occupied and they happily obliged. During the hour wait we were provided an update on our table several times (which was greatly appreciated). Once seated, our server took care of us without a hitch. Drinks, apps, entrees all came out perfect and with great timing. The food was AMAZING!!! We are going back to Ocean City in a few weeks and will definitely be coming back to Hooked for another fabulous meal. Highly recommend this restaurant.

    (5)

  • Ashlee K.

    Top notch service, delicious and fresh food. The wine selection is pretty good, too. I left full, but feeling like I ate good, healthy, fresh food. They were busy, but everything came out quickly, and we were taken care of very well. Try this place for a good date night. It's not the typical sketchy/unhealthy OC joint.

    (5)

  • Massie D.

    This place is an adorable Mom & Pop restaurant. Our waitress Kelsey was fantastic! My group shared a few appetizers (crab dip, calamari, jerk chicken wings) the calamari and crab dip were delicious. We also ordered very tasty peach margaritas and strawberry mojitos. Our entrees were delicious as well. There was an option of 4 homemade deserts and we had all of them to share. Phenomenal! So very very good. Overall, awesome place and I would definitely recommend you give it a try if you're in the area.

    (4)

  • Vinnie M.

    Ok, so this dinner started out not so hot as we waited forever for a table, and once we got a table we waited forever to order, and we had kids with us! So by the time the food came it was already past the kids good behavior time. The food however was outrageous. The apps we got included the Fried Callamari, the Buratta, and some clam soup. All were great, but the Calamari stood out. The Buratta was like a meal itself. For main courses we had the scallops, which were the best my wife ever tasted, the New York Strip, which was delish, the Crab Cakes which were awesome, and the kids meals were very tasty as well. We also had an all veggie platter which was a bit spicy, but so yum! For sides the grits and corn stood out as favs. The kids meals were nice portions. Kraft Mac and cheese....typical, and the kids fish was yummy. As for the early service, I honestly believe we caught them at an odd time as they had a table sitting after they finished for over 30 min, and the rest was just coincidence. Once the early drama calmed it was smooth sailing. If this is not the best food in OC MD then I would like to know what is better! It is definitely on the pricy side, but not so awful.

    (5)

  • Leslie T.

    Made sure we came back again this summer! Food, service, and drinks were all wonderful! Kids loved the calamari! I had the vegetarian entree and loved the fried green tomatoes! Definitely make sure to stop in while in Ocean City..

    (5)

  • Zara K.

    Crab dip with kettle chips! Great dip! Ordered the pesto fries aswell they were good but not something I will be wanting again and again but good classy chips ! We also had the fish tacos and those were Amazing! Fresh, beautifully seasoned refreshing and so so tasty ! Not funky fishiness that fish tacos have! I could've had ten of those! Delish Their dessert menu looks great and would love to go again and try different things off the menu. They gave me the crab dip without bacon which I appreciate and also would like to give them a tip, amazing food shouldn't need bits and pieces of bacon in it anyway it's a very divey kinda thing to do! Great classy food( Minus the addition of bacon on every other entree and appetizer) the food was fresh healthy and the restaurant itself is really cute ! Great outing spot!

    (4)

  • Gary H.

    This place is almost as good as Captains Table enjoyed everything

    (4)

  • Tony H.

    This is my 200th review and we picked a perfect place to dine! Vacation at Ocean City, Md. brought about a great meal and I'm "Hooked" on this restaurant , pun intended. Four for dinner, my Cioppino was perfect, full of shrimp, scallops, fish, chorizo, clams, mussels and fennel w/ the proper amount of heat. The broth was amazing. My wife had two huge jumbo soft shell crabs on a cous-cous arugula salad. My son-in-law had the Thai basil seared tuna and my daughter the surf and turf steak and large shrimp. Let me give clarity to these meals, each were excellent. Our service was quick, given the restaurant was slammed and I clearly rank my seafood dinner as one of my best ever! The appetizers of calamari and crab dip w/ homemade chips were as good as I've had. The calamari perhaps the best. This is an outstanding restaurant. If in OC, Md., this is a "must" restaurant.

    (5)

  • Amy H.

    Great food! The waitress was very friendly just a bit slow. Would definitely eat here again!

    (4)

  • Andy W.

    I arrived with high expectations given the excellent Yelp reviews, but unfortunately the food was quite disappointing. The tuna had way too much orange flavor (I think it was orange zest); the soft shell crab fried coating was overly thick and overwhelmed the crab; the scallops and fillet were average at best. On an positive note, the crab dip was pretty good and had a generous portion of crab meat. The staff was also very friendly. However, I think there are better choices if you're planning on spending this kind of money.

    (3)

  • Jessica W.

    Love this place! We had the crabdip flatbread for an appetizer. I had the ciopinno which was amazing! My husband had the special which was skate wing over cauliflower and potato chorizo arugala mix. The kids meals were just right too. A little pricey, but worth it to get fresh local food!

    (5)

  • Maggie T.

    There is not a single negative word to say about Hooked, but here are some glowing ones: This was the best meal I ever ate in my life. Seriously. I saved a clam shell as a souvenir, to gaze upon when I am forced to eat at inferior restaurants, the better to remember the beauty of Hooked. I went in with pretty low expectations. It's on the beach, it's got a crowded outdoor bar, and it could very easily have been a mediocre tourist trap. But it wasn't that way at all. I wasn't sure what to expect as I was seated, but the waitress filled us in on their local food philosophy and I quickly started drooling at the menu. I wanted to eat everything - literally everything - that they served. What we settled on was exceptional. To start, we got light, fluffy fried oysters that melted in your mouth. There was also an arugula and melon salad with goat cheese; really, anything with goat cheese will be good, but this was ripe, seasonal, exceptional. The clams, though, were tops. Just a perfectly executed combination of onions, grilled corn, tomatoes, seafood, and happiness. I actually drank the remainder of the broth out of the bowl before it was carried away. The entrees were just as good: pesto fries (they sound so wrong but taste so right); well-battered and ultra-flaky fish; jumbo lump crab cakes with greens. The crab cake wasn't exactly my style, but again, it was perfectly seasoned and benefited from really quality ingredients. I enjoyed the seared scallops on cheesy grits in bacon broth; the broth may have been a touch too bacony, but the rest of the dish made up for it in its wholesome, smoky goodness. After the quality of the first courses I decided to dive in for dessert: a chocolate tureen and coffee ice cream with sea salt and toasted hazelnuts. Don't ask questions. Just eat it if it's offered. You won't regret it. (Nor will you regret a cup of their strong, fruity coffee.) All night, the service was great, and I kind of loved when the crunchy-granola hostess checked in on us; it was a nice reminder of the restaurant's local-food philosophy. So often those types of eateries come off as gimicky, but Hooked was an exceptional experience all around.

    (5)

  • Noelle V.

    My boyfriend and I saw this place last year and wanted to go in, but at the time we felt under-dressed after having just arrived in town, so we ended up not going. After reading reviews about Hooked, we decided to try it this year, thankfully. This place is surely one-of-a-kind in OC. It's a gem among a bunch of tourist traps. I can honestly say the meal I had here was one of the best meals of my life. I would drive the 4 hours just to eat here again. We went on a Friday night around 730 in June and surprisingly there was no wait at all. The decor is perfect... clean and simple. There is indoor and outdoor seating as well as upstairs/downstairs. For drinks I had the rose cranberry sangria, and my BF had a pomegrante marg, both were really great! We got the crab dip appetizer which was AMAZING!! It had real crabmeat and you can actually see the lumps of crab, and the homemade chips were yummmy. We also had the wedge salad and it was delicious. I forget the dressing exactly but it was so good. For entrees, we were fighting over who would get the scallops with cheesy grtis, but he ended up getting them and I got the salmon. I couldn't stop eating after I was full... it was just too good. We ended with dessert which was some sort of chocolate fudgey thing with coffee ice cream and hazelnuts and it was delicious!!! I can't say enough good things about this place. The waitstaff was also very knowledgeable and friendly as well. I can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Kyle B.

    Absolutely amazing food and service. The crab dip, calamari, and ciopponi were top notch and very fresh. Decent sizes for various portions. Great service and very attractive and classy servers. Full recommendation.

    (5)

  • John H.

    Where do I start? I can start by saying that I am a Chef that has been cooking for 35 years. We started with a cup of the crab bisque. VERY SALTY. Next the crab dip. Again VERY SALTY. We also had the Sea scallops wrapped in bacon app. That was very flavorful and delicious. Entrees: we had crab cakes that were nicely garnished and MUSHY inside. I had the sea scallops entree,... So overpowered by the smoky broth that I was unable to finish them. My little daughter didn't like the chicken fingers. I tasted them and they were very bland. Lol. I have to say that the service was good. (Although we later realized she brought the wrong bottle of wine, of course after drinking it. Lol. She showed it to my wife and she did say it was ok. Not paying attention. ) it was good though and also $5 less for the bottle. Lol. Overall, I was VERY disappointed. We were really excited to eat here after all the great reviews. I must add that the server and the kitchen was really good about taking care of my son ( who has celiac, so no wheat or gluten) they made him an entree with broiled shrimp and coconut rice that he enjoyed. I will be taking these reviews with a grain of salt from now on. Hope this helps someone save the $185 we spent on a lousy meal.

    (2)

  • Sam C.

    Best restaurant in OCMD! From the calamari to the wedge salad to the Sea Scallops entree, it was all so delicious! Our drinks came in cute mason jars and we had a nice dinner sitting upstairs on the outside deck. This restaurant deserves its own location along coastal highway instead of on a strip mall. Very satisfied with the food and service!!

    (5)

  • Libby F.

    I'm not saying this just because I was starving after a three and a half hour drive from DC in miserable rainy weather, but Hooked has probably the best calamari I have ever had! I'd give five stars for that appetizer alone. The buttermilk battered calamari ($10) is crispy, even with the spicy mayo drizzled over it. It was capital D delicious! If you like, or love calamari, you MUST order it! My mom had the fried oyster sandwich ($10) which is served with their signature pesto fries. The sandwich was bursting with oysters which were lightly fried and tender inside. (She let me have one - thanks Mom!) I of course chose the fish tacos, but then I had second thoughts and wanted the shrimp tacos. Decisions, decisions. Both were the same price; two tacos for $9. So, I asked if I could have one of each. My server ( Kelsey, who was terrific) checked, and they said yes! Both were good, but my recommendation is to stick with the fish taco, which is blackened tilapia. The shrimp one (with the same buttermilk batter as the calamari) was tasty, but you only get three shrimp on each taco. That's $1.50 per shrimp. I ate more cabbage and pickled onions than shrimp. On the fish taco you get a bigger piece (not huge) of fish. Not so secret tip: Come on Thursdays when these tacos are $2 a piece! You are welcome, and enjoy your meal. I did. (With a Dogfish pumpkin ale to wash it down.) Post Script: I did it! This is my 100th review of 2013! Not quite DC, but close enough!

    (5)

  • Michael S.

    Parking can be a problem, but they have parking behind the restaurant.

    (5)

  • Janea T.

    Delicious, accommodating and wonderful service. First meal we had touching down in O.C. and it was great. The sangria was delicious as well! Must go!!

    (4)

  • Shannon O.

    we love hooked! finally an upscale seafood restaurant in OC!! the decor is very maine/cape cod like....but a good romantic atmosphere...although there were a few tables with kids (we came without ours though!) agree with other reviewers that the calamari was great! had the crab cakes as well that were amazing and had the fish of the day (can't remember which fish) that was perfectly cooked. the cocktail menu was also very unique and had a lot of fruity variety cocktails.... portion sizes for the food was medium...which is ok.... overall it is the only seafood restaurant that i like in OC (I can't stand the typical fried shrimp and plain old fish that is served everywhere else) we will be back next year! slight complaint that that i recommend getting a reservation in advance bc the wait times get quite long in the summer at night....

    (5)

  • Michael C.

    We came here for an early dinner on a late november Saturday night. Place was mostly empty as expected and had a good seat upstairs looking out the main road. The servers were really friendly probably one of the most friendly restaurants I have been to. We tried the seafood nacho and for entrees it was the scallops rigatoni and lobster mac and cheese. All were really good and I especially enjoyed the scallops very fresh and well seared. The bread in olive oil is one of the highlights at this place definitely a favorite of mine. The prices are all reasonable as other reviews have noted. It was disappointing when I found that some of their most popular menus mentioned on yelp is only available during summer season. I hope one day I could come back and try their famous blue crab dips

    (4)

  • Lowell M.

    So me, my wife and 9 month old son decided to make a quick off season trip to OC and a friend of ours recommended this place. THANK YOU! We went on a Monday night and were quickly surprised to find out that all fish entrees that night were 1/2 off. Now mind you this was off season so things could be different in the summer. We decided to split an app of mussels and they were plentiful with a garlic beer broth that was awesome (just beware of the breath). For entrees my wife got the crab cakes and I got a tuna filet. Both were excellent, cakes had plenty of lump and my tuna was cooked med/rare to perfection. Sides were good too. My advice if you're looking for good seafood, Hooked is the place.

    (5)

  • Seena K.

    We went there for lunch. appetizers: 4 of 5 Hoof n claw burger: 3 of 5 Grilled salmon blt: 4 of 5 Chicken Chesapeake: 2.5 of 5 Seafood club: 1 of 5 Litle disappointed. The food was too oily and not healty at all. Not sure if I will try this place one more time.

    (2)

  • Tara C.

    I will preface this by saying that this is five stars FOR OCMD. Anywhere else I would give it 4 stars. Nice, attentive, attractive bartender. Beachy vibe BUT CLEAN. Manager was present and nice. Cheap, good food. We had the blackened fish tacos, yummy. The filet sandwich...yummy but perhaps a bit too much goat cheese. Drinks were strong, atmosphere was upscale yet chill. BRAVO Hooked, You hooked me. I will be back.

    (5)

  • Charlie S.

    Amazing dinner. Food was almost impeccable. Calamari was best I've ever had. Scallops were great and not over cooked. Took out two young kiddos there and they fit right in the staff was attentive and we will absolutely be returning. Best meal I've had in OC.

    (5)

  • Christine L.

    We went to this restaurant because it was #1 on yelp. We found out it was for a reason! The seafood was very fresh & the flavors were different and worked very well together. The scallops appetizer wrapped in bacon with a chipotle corn was the best thing I've ever eaten!! Cooked to perfection with the added flavor of fresh corn salad off the Cobb was superb. The Waiter was really nice & went the extra mile to tell us about the area. Mondays are 1/2 off fish entrees so that was a bonus! Beers are also local. Awesome place to go & was open during off season. Thanks for the lovely meal!

    (5)

  • Sarah T.

    Me and my boyfriend came here in early October. This was the best restaurant we went to all weekend. Everything was very fresh and cooked perfectly. There wasn't one thing that disappointed us. The service was great and the atmosphere was very laid back but classy. The ingredients come from local farms which are all listed on the menu.

    (5)

  • Matt B.

    Tuna was not on the menu but I asked for it. Was really good. The choppino was excellent and filling. Cute little place worth visiting.

    (5)

  • Isaac T.

    The atmosphere is comfy and inviting with mason jar glasses and interesting decor. The crab dip was great, even better with bread. I ordered the Caesar salad and was a bit disappointed, usually a seafood Resturant has a good Caesar salad. The pesto fries were almost inedible, was expecting a more garlic and basil taste and not an overpowering olive oil taste.

    (2)

  • Kermit N.

    Great meal! Great atmosphere! The meal hit that special spot. Must also try bumble berry pie!

    (5)

  • MT D.

    Food is phenomenal! We have been meaning to try Hooked for at least a year and finally got around to it this weekend. By 6:30 the place was packed with other locals. Professional servers and bartenders, and solid service despite the rush. Two in our party had the scallops, another the salmon, and I made a meal of the fried burrata and white cheddar grits. Calamari for app. All was exceptionally good. So far above typical "beach food" it is hard to find words. This place would hold its own in DC. The scallops were perfectly cooked and the corn and grits combo with bacon broth was equally excellent. The burrata was like a cloud of cream in panko crumbs. Calamari was tender and buttermilk breading was very light. There was nothing we could find any fault with. The decor was simple and casual. We have found our new "go to" with friends or for a more sophisticated meal in OC!

    (5)

  • Chrislyn B.

    Great dining experience all around. The staff were friendly and service was quick. The food was fantastic; I could not stop eating the crab bisque and the calamari was perfectly cooked crispy deliciousness. I ordered the tuna special as my entree and it was equally great, fresh and prepared perfectly. My only regret is that I could not try one of everything. I guess I will have to come back for that amazing looking crab cake and jerk chicken wings.

    (5)

  • Shawna S.

    My boyfriend and I came here around 2 pm on Sunday. The atmosphere is very nice. The restaurant is split into two levels and we were seated on the top floor. The art in the restaurant is absolutely stunning, I couldn't stop staring. To start we ordered the bacon wrapped scallops and Caesar salad. The scallops tasted fresh and were cooked well, but there was just something missing from them. The salad was good but could have used more dressing and I hated that the lettuce was literally torn into shreds so small we Could barely get them on our forks. My boyfriend got the fish and chips for his entree which he enjoyed especially the French fries. I got the salmon BLT which was good, but there was nothing special about it. The salmon was slightly overlooked and it pretty much fell apart when I tried to eat it. The service was pretty good except for the fact I really wanted a little extra dressing for my sandwich and by the time she asked us how are meals were we were pretty much done. All in all it was a good experience but honestly nothing spectacular. I expected a lot more. I would be loving to try again for dinner possibly to see some different menu options, but there are so many other great places in OC I don't know if we will get around to it.

    (3)

  • David W.

    This restaurant was everything were had been looking for. Good food and environment. Service was excellent. The soft shell crab was excellent. The surf and turf was cooked as ordered and delicious. Kids had octopus hot dog. As described the dog was cut in half and given 8 legs. Daughter thought that was hilarious. Mac and cheese was the only unoriginal item we had. We had 3 of the 4 available desserts. The chocolate chip cookie dough cheese was best followed by the oatmeal coconut creme pie (close 2nd) and chocolate gnocchi with coffee ice creme. All were homemade and excellent. We will definitely return again.

    (5)

  • Alex D.

    Food was great. Our server was luke and he was nice and a good server. Talked to us like friends asked where we were from and made conversation. Food was amazing. I had the burger because I can't east seafood. It was the best burger I have ever had. Bun was good burger was perfectly cooked. Had the garlic whipped potatoes and I don't like mashed potatoes but they were amazing. Only bad part was the bouncer he was on drugs.

    (5)

  • Carey H.

    This was honestly one of the best meals I have had. My husband and I are still talking about it! This is a quiet little place away from the boardwalk scene which was a nice plus. We started with drinks first. I got the fresh fruit margarita which was amazing. My husband asked the waitress for a recommendation about the local beer they had on draft. She was able to give him some suggestions and he was very happy with what she chose. We started with the crab dip which was honestly one of the best things I have ever eaten! There was a ton of crab in there and it was so fresh! We enjoyed it so much- I keep dreaming about it! My husband had the fish and chips. The fish was lightly battered and not greasy at all. It melted in your mouth. And the coleslaw that came on the side was the best coleslaw I have ever had. I am still trying to figure out what they put in there to make it taste like it did. I had the Cioppino which had shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, and the most amazing chorizo! The dish was absolutely delicious and you could tell the fish was all fresh and not frozen. We were too full for dessert but I am sure it would have been awesome. The restaurant was simply but elegantly decorated and they had and outdoor bar area which looked super nice. The service was excellent as well. Overall, this was one of the most pleasant dining experiences I have had in a long time. We are already trying to plan a quick trip back to Ocean City just so we can come eat here!

    (5)

  • Strawberry S.

    Excellent. Just excellent. Pesto fries (although weird sounding) are crisp and amazing. Bisque was a celebration of cream and butter with a ton of crab. Calamari was firm, succulent, and kissed with spicy. Cole slaw was made in house-- mayo and mustard. Price-- for fish&chips, calamari, and a cup of bisque cost $24.

    (5)

  • Paige P.

    Wonderful! Went here with my family last week on vacation. Great service and food, will definitely be back next summer!

    (5)

  • Shauna W.

    We went here for New Years Eve dinner and the food was absolutely amazing. They had a special menu because of the holiday, but we had the baked oysters as an appetizer, oyster dish as an entree, and filet mignon as an entree. The only reason I didn't give five stars is because 1) the food was pricey (taking into consideration that it was New Years) and 2) the portions were very small. One and two cons pretty much go together. Like I said, major pro was the amazing food, but we also had a great waitress (Colleen). I have Celiac (gluten allergy) and she was very knowledgable and considerate of my allergy, which is always a plus for me! Highly recommend making reservations because they are pretty much ALWAYS busy and if you're visiting OC I think this restaurant is a must, just be prepared to spend $$.

    (4)

  • Christopher S.

    Too trendy. I love pure seafood menus, this is just somewhat limited menu coupled with slightly small portions and pricey menu for the offering - is a pass. This isn't bad, but isn't above average either. This is average and with all the options nearby, there must be a better choice. Still just searching

    (3)

  • Peter G.

    On a date weekend with my wife, we decided to try this place based on some web reviews. We've been to the OC area countless times but rarely venture this far north. We were not at all disappointed. We timed our arrival for dinner perfectly at a little before 7PM (They start the dinner menu at 4:30). We not only got the last available table without any waiting, we also pulled in out front just in time for somebody backing out of the entrance's closest parking place. (Sometimes, things just work.) Service was excellent. Olivia was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The staff was busy and attentive. The menu is one of those where everything on it looks like it'd be worth trying. (I think the menu is only bar food up until 3:30, so I can only speak to the dinner menu.) All the offerings are pretty adventurous with some diverse and unusual ingredients.-Somebody's been doing very well in culinary school. Some interesting craft beers on tap and a fine selection of wines as well. I had an expertly made Bloody Mary. It was one of the best I've had. Our entrees were absolutely outstanding. A real experience. I had a huge hunk of grilled swordfish with chic peas and a bunch of stuff I can't pronounce. Perfectly done and a dancehall of flavors. My wife had a NY strip smothered in a wonderful cream sauce with caramelized onions and mushrooms and a mild horseradish tang. Again, perfectly done to her order and a wonderful experience to eat. This was not just a meal, it's a trip to Flavortown. Dinners started at $22 if you don't count the comparatively basic fish and chips, but even those looked pretty good too. Prices were not at all out of range for this type of fare. Taking all your kids and grandkids out may set you back a bit, but for one or two, it doesn't hurt at all. Easily worth the money. Nice open but still cozy atmosphere with huge windows throughout. Great service. Varied fine drinks. But the real star here is the food.

    (5)

  • Seth N.

    Amazing food at Hooked. We started with some Asian Tuna Lettuce wraps and finishes with a seafood stew.

    (5)

  • Jessica D.

    Great restaurant to eat out in oceancity. We went for dinner and then came back the next day for lunch because it was so good. The fried burrata appetizer was amazing at dinner. I had the truffled sweet corn and crab flatbread for lunch, it was good! The only negative is that they don't take reservations for dinner and it can get busy.

    (4)

  • Dimitri L.

    Wow...wow...wow...this is basically how I felt eating at this place. There was not one single dish or drink that I could have found fault with! This is by far one of the best seafood restaurants on the East Coast...if not the best!

    (5)

  • Kathleen F.

    Very good food and drinks. Drinks are well made (they don't skimp on the alcohol) and the wait staff is knowledgeable about the dishes. Only downside is their vegetarian options are almost nonexistent. We had 1 person in our party who is a vegetarian and he didn't want to spend $19 on the only menu item without meat, so he got one of the salads without the bacon and a side of pesto fries. My only other comment about the fries is that they are good, but pretty heavy on the Olive oil to make with the pesto. Overall, a great choice! Desserts are delicious!

    (4)

  • More-aa P.

    My boyfriend and I wanted authentic, local seafood for a nice saturday vacation dinner. Many of the choices in OCMD were either bistro-borring (who goes to the beach for italian food?), or a crab-shack style place. Hooked hit the mark. We waited at the clean, cozy bar inside for 20 minutes for our table... not a bad wait time for 2 on a Saturday night at 9pm. I had a delicious boozy lemonade with the house made vodka. We then settled our tab and went upstair to the 2nd floor. We had a friendly, younger server who knew the menu through and through. We had the burrata for a starter- delicious, grown up fried mozz' with a tomato sauce that I'm determined to try and re-create at home. The man had the crab cakes with a posh salad and potatoes- yummy, fresh, huge chunks of lump crab meet. I had the fresh catch. If you're wondering, the answer is YES, get this. The catch of the day was tile fish, in a deconstructed ratatouille style dish. Tender tomato, eggplant and peppers under a perfectly cooked pice of fish with fried greens on top. Again, I'm inspired to try and re-create the eggplant/tomato creation. We rounded our meal off with a glass off wine and a martini... and the whole bill was less than $85. I'm giving it 5 stars not because its a fancy 5 star place. But between the clean, modern atmosphere, the friendly knowledgeable staff, great fresh food, farm to table philosophy and value... I can't think of a better place. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Nelie B.

    Hooked is a great atmosphere. Casual, perfect for a great "date night" in what's considered a party town. It was a little early for dinner, but nonetheless our server was so attentive. She gave good suggestions and was very friendly. The food was delicious- calamari appetizer, focaccia, seared scallops with grilled corn and grits and crab cakes with fries and slaw. The prices are well worth the portion sizes; so filling we even took home left overs!

    (4)

  • Susan L.

    One hour of waiting. Then it was another 10 minutes after being seated before we got drinks. Food trickled out. And after all that waiting, it was just ok. The beet salad with goats cheese was good. The kale chips were great. The endive, pear, and fig salad was surprisingly tasteless.The crab cakes were decent but on top of an inedible gritty mustard green and a sauce that tastes like room temperature Dijon mustard. Ate the crab and sent the rest back untouched. The scallops on stroganoff were good, but like the crab cakes, the seafood was nice but the mess underneath was awkward. And the entire meal took over an hour. Terrible, slow service. A bored and disinterested kid who couldn't have cared less about us or our dinner. Two hours later, we were free. Came back home and ate peanut butter sandwiches. Waste of 75 bucks. The one saving grace: the hostess was awesome, running around, working tables and very professional.

    (1)

  • C M.

    VERY pleased with this place. Food healthy and great service. Excellent fish and shrimp tacos! This will be a regular stop for us while in OC!

    (5)

  • Elizabeth C.

    Love, love, love it! The food was great. Mom had the tuna and wanted to lick the plate clean. Grandma and I had the crab cakes and were impressed with how much crab was in them - delish! My boyfriend had the whole fish (branzino) and loved it so much that he really didn't mind picking out the bones. The portions were very generous! We love locally sourced food and the staff was well informed and really nice. We will come back here next time we are in town!

    (5)

  • Terrence H.

    The Yelp reviews were spot on, the food and service was great! I had the scallops and my wife had the fish and chips. It was the best meal I've had in Ocean City. I had the French toast bread pudding with cinnamon ice cream for dessert ... truly a treat.

    (5)

  • Jennifer D.

    Had a great experience and enjoyed every bite of food at Hooked. We started off with the Crab Bisque (corn and jalapeños) and the Calamari. The soup was absolutely delicious, very creamy and you could taste the crab. It was not spicy as expected considering the jalapeños but still incredible. Calamari and the sauce which covers it were really the best I've had. Not one bit chewy and the flavor of the sauce was yummy and different. That was just the starters. We had Fish and Chips (a special) and Pan Seared Chicken as our main course. They were both delicious. The chicken was a bit more upscale with a great combination of flavor. The best part was the dessert that we decided to take home because we were so full. A chocolate fudge like bar with Coffee Ice Cream and Hazelnuts, chocolate also had salt on it. It was delicious, so rich. Back in our hotel room everyone was enjoying each bite.

    (5)

  • Dave R.

    Atmosphere, drinks and service were great! Food was very oily and extremely rich to the point of taking away from the taste of what we ate. Dinner for two with 2 drinks each was $109, not worth the price.

    (3)

  • Melissa B.

    This place is so good! I had the best crab bisque and fish tacos I have ever had in my life. My husband had the shrimp tacos which were also to die for. Great atmosphere as well. The staff was awesome! This place is definitely a must.

    (5)

  • Elena R.

    Definitely worth the trip to 129th st. The food was delicious and our server was really nice. The mussels in tomato sauce were amazing.

    (5)

  • Lisa R.

    Hidden Gem of Ocean City, MD. My Husband and I dined here for the first time this weekend and we were more then pleasantly surprised. The food was more then cooked, it was crafted. Everything was so fresh and I will say the Corn Jalapeño and Crab Bisque was the very best soup I have ever tasted. The food was all around Fantastic. We WILL be back.

    (5)

  • Cari N.

    To be honest, this restaurant deserves 5 stars for the food which was phenomenal. The only reason I'm writing this review is to inform you the terrible service we received from Olivia. She was friendly in the beginning and then we didn't see much of her. Actually, other waitresses had to find her for us multiple times. Our drink glasses were empty almost the entire time and the owner (I believe it was anyway) even noticed our glasses were empty sitting on the edge of our table. But what topped it off was that we could see Olivia from our table just standing and talking in the kitchen when we were being neglected. The man who I think is the owner is awesome. He was really trying to make sure everyone was taken care of and I think he should have staff that can follow his example of what customer service is about.

    (3)

  • Reynald A.

    This is not the average restaurant you can find in OC. This is sea food to it's finest. I got the fish & chip with vodka lemonade and it was amazing. My girlfriend got the same drink with the scallops dish. It's the place to go if you want a great dinner.

    (5)

  • Karen G.

    Great service, refreshing drinks (cucumber Martini), tasty food, enjoyable music, and relaxing decor. I'd go back.

    (5)

  • Leigh M.

    Ambience ON POINT! Best food I've had in OC!!! Great service! Amazing cocktails!!!! I wish this place was close to my house!!!! Upstairs booth is a blast with friends!! Had the Lobster Mac and cheese with Brussel Sprouts DELICIOUS!!!! Will be coming BACK !!!

    (5)

  • Charles H.

    Delectable menu, charming setting, attentive service (Paula was exceptional)! Glad to have spent my first honeymoon dinner there!! We had oysters and fried calamari to open the meal with lobster mac'n'cheese ("so good that I don't want it to end," said my husband) and cioppino as the main courses--all were prepared to perfection. We will definitely come back.

    (5)

  • Scott C.

    Great place for great food in OC. They have a nice atmosphere and a very unique menu, especially for Ocean City. They deviate greatly from the normal run of the mill grub you can get at just about every establishment up and down Coastal Highway. They do not take reservations, which some may not like but it's no big deal. Just go and enjoy the experience. Brian the Chef is a master of his trade. The plate presentations are among the best in all of OC. Give it a shot if you want a decent place to eat while in OC. You will not be disappointed.

    (4)

  • Courtney H.

    Had the scallops and grits corn in bacon broth and it was amazing. Super flavorful and layered with flavor!

    (5)

  • Jessi D.

    Delicious seasonal menu including fried green tomato salad, shrimp and grits with collard greens, buttermilk battered fried oysters, rosemary infused lemon vodka...the list goes on. Ambience was cozy and simple. Service was attentive without hovering. Price for a meal with drinks, appetizers and entrées was very reasonable considering we had paid more $ the evening before for a horrendous dinner at the Hilton. Go ahead, you won't be sorry.

    (5)

  • Henry A.

    I had the Tuna and my daughters Tilefish and Salmon. My tuna with fresh basil and ponzu sauce was prepared perfectly with a proper blend of flavors. Definitely all chef created dishes, not something put together by a cook. They definitely are true to their theme too. Fresh from farm and fishery to table. I highly recommend this place. It's the best I've been to all week in Ocean City for dinner!

    (5)

  • Darin C.

    While in Salisbury for a Md./dc men's conference we noticed the great reviews this place was receiving so we decided to give this place a shot they where able to seat all 11 of us comfortably the place was very clean and nicely decorated the lunch menu had a good variety of food at a very reasonable price the food was nicely prepared and everyone enjoyed their lunches we will be back to try the dinner menu the pesto fries are great and my burger was cooked exactly how I like it.

    (5)

  • Caroline K.

    We're definitely not in Manhattan anymore! This is a very quaint restaurant by the water, and their menu has just enough of a selection to make me want to try everything without feeling overwhelmed. I had the southwestern mahi sandwich with the pesto fries. Delicious! The sandwich was well-cooked and well-seasoned. And the portions were just right. The service was excellent - our waitress was kind enough to accommodate our large group and make us feel at home. I would highly recommend this place if you are visiting Ocean City. Great ambience, good prices, amazing food.

    (5)

  • SD C.

    Five star lunch at Hooked last Sunday. The fried oysters were the best I ever ate. Caramelized pear and fig salad was excellent. Bacon gruyere mornay topped french fries were a real treat. But best of all was the surf and turf sandwich with melt in your mouth shortribs and lobster macaroni & cheese. Oh, and I can't forget the key lime pie. Can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • John A.

    Truly world class food and service to match. Best bread pudding I have ever had!! Paula was our waitress and she was so good I had to ask if she had ownership the the restaurant. To my surprise she didn't. Because we had never been there before I listened to people around me to see what they thought of the food. It almost seemed like a set up. Everyone was raving. Oh and they make their own bread. Everything was spectacular!!

    (5)

  • Nancy B.

    Fabulous dinner! Kudos to all involved. The service was spectacular, the food even beter than we anticipated. We are big fans of Just Hooked in Fenwick and thought we'd try the new place. It exceeded our expectations. Lots of seating, 3 bars (1 a tiki bar) and best of all, delicious food.Our salmon and tuna dishes were so fresh and perfectly prepared. Don't miss the desserts-key lime pie is always a favorite and their coconut custard is not to be missed. Enjoy the infused vodka drinks too-best Orange Crush I've had (could it be the ginger/orange infused vodka?)

    (5)

  • C A.

    Amazing food, I had sesame crusted tuna, others had crab cakes, terrific!! I might also add that the Bloody Mary (alright, 2, lol) I had was the best I ever had. YUMM!!

    (5)

  • MA S.

    Absolutely great meal! Ocean City has finally gone upscale. Pear and fig salad, shrimp and grits entree, Sauvignon Blanc ...tres bien, Hooked!

    (5)

  • Heather R.

    My husband and I stopped into Hooked last night for a late dinner. Overall, we had a nice time and enjoyed the food. I am glad to see an upscale dining restaurant that is serving responsibly sourced food in OC. That being said, I was not overwhelmed by their food. I'm probably spoiled by the DC dining scene and the abundance of excellent restaurants. I would definitely say Hooked is good, but wouldn't call them great. However, given that they're in OC, they're pretty good given the lack of other upscale dining options. In DC, I'd probably only have given them 2 stars. But, this place is definitely a step above most OC restaurants. We arrived at 8:30 on a Saturday night, hoping to miss the crowds (Hooked doesn't take reservations... bummer.) We were told by a very friendly hostess that we had three two person tables ahead of us in the list, and our wait would be about 30 minutes. Almost to the dot, our pager buzzed 30 minutes later. I love restaurants that don't BS you with inaccurately short waiting times, so a big bonus there. We were seated upstairs. I was a little bummed about this because I am very visibly pregnant, and there is no bathroom upstairs. I had to go up and down the stairs twice while we had our meal. Not a huge deal to most, but when your balance is all off because of a huge bump, waddling up and down stairs is no fun. The upstairs is decorated very nicely - beautiful canvases of ocean photography, and a homey, rustic, almost picnic basket like decor. I love restaurants that are more minimal/farmhouse style in their decor, so I found the room very relaxing and well decorated. Our waitress, whose name I cannot remember, greeted us almost immediately and was extremely friendly and sweet. She told us about the specials, took our drink order, and answered questions about the menu that we had. I was glad to see really friendly service, we've definitely been to a few restaurants down here where the service is abrupt and dismissive, especially on crowded nights. One thing I will note about Hooked was that the dining room (at least upstairs) was very loud. We were seated near two very large parties who were being so loud that, at times, I couldn't hear what my husband was saying. Also, there was a younger guy bussing tables that was banging glasses around near the bar very loudly. At one time he kicked (intentionally, which was weird), a carton full of used plates and cups that were getting ready to go on the lift down to the kitchen. It made a really loud noise. He apologized and looked surprised at how loud the noise had been, which was nice, but I would think he would know to be a little more professional. Also, it would be really nice if they figured out a way to separate their large tables from their small tables. I understand lots of people come to OC in groups and want to have a fun dinner. But my husband and I would also like to hear each other speak when we're out at dinner, and there should be a way to accommodate both types of diners. So onto the food. We both got crab cakes because we both love them so much. I know... lame for going out to dinner and getting the same thing. There were a lot of positives to the crab cakes. They were large (neither of us were able to finish ours), and had a beautiful golden crisp on the outside. I loved the pea tendril and corn salad on top, it was so fresh and light. I do wish there had been a little more corn, though, and that it had maybe been on the side instead of on top of the crab cakes - it just made eating it messier. On the side with a little olive oil and lime or lemon juice on it would have been just delicious. The remoulade underneath the crab cakes was delicious - a little spicy and perfect to go with the crab. We both thought the asparagus was severely overcooked. It didn't have any bite left in it and was very limp. The crab cakes were OK, but had too much filler. I will say, they're some of the better crab cakes I've had in OC, but definitely not on my list of top 5 crab cakes I've ever eaten. So, overall, good, and I would be happy to have them again, but they're not something that I'll come to OC every year saying I have to have. I would have preferred ones that were slightly smaller with more lump meat and less filler - and would happily have paid a few dollars more for that. Also, their cocktail list looked delicious, as did their appetizers. I just can't eat big meals now being pregnant, so we didn't get anything other than an entree. But, they had a melon salad and a crab soup that both sounded delicious. And I would definitely come back next summer to have some cocktails - they looked fantastic!

    (3)

  • C E.

    Just came back from Hooked, and had the most amazing dinner. Beyond the food, a restaurant is always better when the service is great, and service is great when your server is not only attentive and knowledgeable about the menu but Joseph took it one step further he was willing to take the time to describe the choices on the menu and cared about our likes and dislikes which resulted in a 5 star meal. His recommendations were right on. Based on his descriptions and recommendations we had the Calamari appetizer (amazing), I had the Caesar salad now I know a Caesar salad is a staple at every restaurant but this one was dressed perfect and the anchovies were fresh (not the slimy canned ones usually served or the paste used at so many restaurants). My wife had the arugula and melon salad. Even with the salads, Hooked thinks out of the box, this was not only good but refreshing. Then to the Entrees, I had the roasted Salmon cooked to perfection with zucchini, squash garnished with fresh bacon my mouth waters just thinking about it, my wife had the Crab Cakes, asparagus, corn and a sauce that was out of this world. The rest of OC has something to learn from Hooked when It comes to making crab cakes. Along with our Orange Crush drink (fresh fruit and delicious an amazing drink that accompanied our meal perfectly)Joseph made sure we were never lacking for water and when I ordered a diet coke he was refilling it before I even had a chance to ask. 5 Star service! Compliments to the chef and thank you Joseph for taking the time to make this a perfect anniversary meal we will remember for a long time. Next time we are in OC you can be sure we will be eating at Hooked!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! .

    (5)

  • Brian P.

    Wow! Went there for lunch. We've been to Just Hooked several times up in Fenwick and wanted to try their new place. Actually very, very similar menu. Hardly anyone there during lunch but I've heard dinner is packed. Service very friendly and casual. Room tastefully remodeled from La Hacienda days (although, where they put the high chairs was a bit of an eyesore). Had tuna with zucchina and squash ribbons - really cool and light dish, it hit the spot for lunch. My partner had the fried oyster sandwich - another hit for him. We want to go back again for dinner during off season. I just love these new restaurants in O.C.!

    (5)

  • Kelly M.

    Literally the BEST seafood meal I've ever had (and I'm from New England!) We came here for our 1st wedding anniversary and the steak my husband got was out of this world. I got the Cioppinio seafood stew and I couldn't get enough. It seems pricey but you get what you pay for and it's all locally sourced. DEFINITELY do not overlook this place!!!!

    (5)

  • Jennifer A.

    Very friendly staff. Good selection of seafood. I thought the cioppino was a little bland but my husband love his mahi.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth A.

    One of my new favorite places in OCMD! Everything is fresh and I think anything on the menu is a good choice. Their orange crush and caprese salad are top notch.

    (5)

  • Bill W.

    Great new spot for dinner. Great service, fresh, well-prepared food, nice atmosphere. Nice addition to the dining choices in OC.

    (4)

  • Scott B.

    We ate here once, my wife had the crab cakes and loved them. I had the Cioppino, this is a variety of sea food in a thin lovely white wine and tomato sauce, it was great! Everything was fresh and the homemade bred is unique and delicious Try this place you will be hooked.

    (4)

  • Alicia V.

    Came here for lunch with family. Ordered calamari which was very tasty, but a lot of batter; sangria, excellent; sazerac, best ever; even better than in New Orleans; crab dip, good, but chips with it were homemade and incredible; tuna, very tasty and tender; corn and crab flatbread, mixed reviews...3 family members said it was bland...I thoroughly enjoyed. Waiter, Joseph, was excellent. Impressed with freshness of everything. Was told the calamari was never frozen and seafood extremely fresh. Interesting and very different menu. They do have kids menus with the usual, but sadly they were out of the Mac and cheese.

    (4)

  • Jennifer O.

    The experience here at Hooked was excellent!!! Our server, Cori was wonderful! Very friendly and helpful! She also was very knowledgeable about the food preparation. My family and I all enjoyed our food. We started with crab dip - delicious! I had the scallops, my husband had the ahi tuna, my older son had the ny strip steak and the younger one had the chicken fingers. Ending with key lime pie for dessert. All of the food and service was excellent! If you are looking for a really nice dinner but still kid friendly then this is your place. It is good for kids but still a fine dining experience here in Ocean City. We will definitely be back when we visit here again.

    (5)

  • Ellen P.

    I cannot say enough about this wonderful restaurant. We went back twice during our four day vacation. We probably would have gone all four days but we thought we should try somewhere else! If you enjoy a perfectly cooked scallop, rockfish or fluke this is where you should go. We had all three items and loved them. Their Caprese salad isn't your typical Caprese salad it was beyond amazing. You have the option of putting your protein on top of a salad which I did with the scallops and Caprese salad. What a combination. Amazing. Drinks were awesome and our waitress, Paula was one of the best in the business. If you are looking for local fish cooked to perfection with healthy and delightfully prepared sides this is a must for restaurant dining in north Ocean City!

    (5)

  • Victor D.

    Went there during memorial day weekend, they had just opened and the service was terrible. The manager explained that he was fresh out of training but it doesn't excuse this kind of service. The food was ok though, nothing exceptional but not being from the area I can't really compare. Overall an ok meal but a poor experience on site, get it delivered and it should be fine.

    (1)

  • Edward R.

    Anticipating a down and dirty crab and beer dinner but our regular place was under renovation so up and down Coastal Highway until Hooked popped up with good ratings by trusted reviewers on Yelp. Thank you. It was still 30 minutes before the dining room opened for dinner so a cold beer,generous pour of a refreshing Pinot and a very tasty fried calamari with a red pepper aioli at the small but friendly patio bar inhabited by some very happy and delightfully inebriated grown ups. A far cry for the usual post teenage amateurs striving for their next cheap hangover that is the norm in OC. On to dinner and ushered into a bright,spare but tastefully furnished dining room,nautical colors but without the usual kitsch, I'm beginning to think I'm under dressed but so are the waitstaff and apparently the smiling owner so on to the menu. Specials were the excellent Batter fried soft shells on a bed of local salad greens and a grainy mustard dressing and the asparagus salad, which came with slivers of sharp cheese,onions,and baby arugula with a tangy but subtle cream dressing. I had the grilled sea scallops on a bed of creamy grits with bacon,leeks and corn in a wonderfully sweet sauce. This was a large dish and excellently done so the roasted fingerling potatoes with garlic and rosemary was not really needed but very welcomed in it's savory goodness. Dessert was a apple and blueberry cobbler with Ice cream that was again a large dish fit for 2. This is indeed a very refreshing find between OC's many crab and corn dives or industrial sized AYCE buffets and I would have scored it higher if the service wasn't just so casual....Our server either mumbled or recited the specials while looking over his shoulder,came by 4 times to ask "if efferysting alllreit?" and literally threw the check across the table accomplishing a 360 before it came to rest. Still a very good dinner and great little bar.

    (3)

  • Patrick C.

    Delicious, fresh food, interesting menu and friendly, efficient service. Great prices and beautifully presented dishes. Orange crush drinks were great too. Would definitely go back again next time we are in town.

    (5)

  • Chang L.

    Absolutely one of the best restaurants I've been to. The food was amazing and the service was great. I got the cioppino which was cooked perfectly; not over powered by tomatoes like I usually find in other restaurants. My husband had the crab cake which was also very good. The calamari needed a little extra seasoning but was delicious as well. Would highly recommend. The cost was very reasonable and we felt very good about what we got vs what we paid.

    (5)

  • Warren M.

    Without doubt the best meal we've had in many months. Highly recommend the pear and fig salad. The roasted corn and jalapeno crab bisque was extraordinary. The flavor and consistency really hit the target. I consumed mine so fast I was pissed that it was gone. Highly recommend the seared scallops and strogonoff. Also very tasty and well prepared. We were indeed "Hooked"!

    (4)

  • Ashley C.

    We were in Ocean City for a week, and I spotted Hooked from the car one day. I made a note to grab a menu and give it a try. It was so fantastic that we ordered takeout 3 times during the week! Everything was super fresh and absolutely beautiful. Day 1 we ordered the Middleneck Clams (w cherry tomatoes, corn, leeks, garlic confit, chorizo, crostini, white wine pesto broth) and the Roasted Salmon (local patty pan, shallots, sage, bacon, arugula, crispy leeks, cherry tomato vinaigrette). Both were outstanding - my husband and I shared both and were licking the plates clean. Next time, we ordered lunch - the Crab Cake Sandwich (grilled tomato, arugula, classic remoulade, brioche) and the Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos (buttermilk battered shrimp, cabbage, pickled onion, pico, spicy mayo). Again, both were great. My husband loved the crab cake - full of succulent crab meat. The shrimp tacos were one of the best things I've eaten. Nice and spicy yet cool and crisp. Fabulous. The day we were heading out of town, we grabbed lunch to go again and ate it in the car. We got the Truffled Sweet Corn n' Crab Flatbread (crab, sweet corn, bacon, garlic, basil, arugula, white truffle) and the Fried Oyster Sandwich (bleu cheese, romaine, tomato, spicy mayo, brioche). The flatbread was very tasty, but probably my least favorite of everything we had from Hooked. The other items all blew me away. The oysters in the sandwich were amazingly crispy but plump and juicy when you bite in, the brioche was super soft and fresh, and the bleu cheese was perfect with it. I went for the upcharge to get Truffled Bacon Gruyére Mornay Fries this time around (the crab cake had the pesto fries with it, and they were good), and they were fantastic! It's definitely an indulgence worth having once in a while. If we return to Ocean City, we will definitely be heading back here again. This was some of the freshest, most beautiful seafood I've ever had. Excellent.

    (5)

  • Kim G.

    Great service from Ryan. Food was awesome. Calamari and asparagus were really good. Surf and turf was great and not overly expensive.

    (5)

  • Javier G.

    Easily best food in OC! The food is FRESH and locally sourced. Service and decor were top notch.

    (5)

  • Jason S.

    The best meal in OC in the last few years. The environment is relaxed and food is 5 stars! We are only here for a week and we will go back for a second time. The scallops are seared to perfection and the pesto fries are to die for! We are HOOKED!

    (5)

  • Kara M.

    My fiancé and I went here for lunch. We were really impressed with the food, service and friendly staff. Great experience!

    (5)

  • Sandora R.

    Best food I had at my weekend in Ocean City, MD. Everything crab was good. Anything with spicy mayo was crazy good. Drinks on point. Not cheap but totally worth it.

    (5)

  • Christine B.

    Really unbelievable. My cohort and I went for lunch, had the DELICIOUS crab dip with old bay chips. He initially turned down the idea, but we devoured it so fast that the roof of my mouth is burned because I just couldn't wait. I just had the melon arugula salad (with goat cheese and crispy amazing prosciutto, I might add) and boy do I wish I ordered something else too - not because it wasn't delicious, but because I wanted to try everything on the lunch menu! He sucked down the caprese salad and mussels in 2.5 seconds. We almost ordered another round of food because it was so good. A 40 dollar lunch (with no drinks) isn't cheap, but well worth it for the quality of food. We're actually going back tomorrow to try the dinner service, I have high hopes.

    (5)

  • Linda M.

    HOOKED = Best dining experience in OCMD. I recently dined here with a large group of friends. Service was good. Food and ambiance were dead on. The beach chic look really set the tone with two fantastic outdoor dining areas. The food we enjoyed included the crab flatbread, calamari, caprese salad and the pesto french fries. I had the grilled mahi mahi and loved my entree. We were full to bursting by the end of the meal so skipped dessert. I would definitely return when I visit Ocean City again.

    (5)

  • David D.

    Wholly moley, truffle burger was fantastic delicious all around good beer and delish pesto fries, and very good service, definitely gotta come back when I'm in the area.

    (5)

  • Mohamed H.

    It's very rare that you begin a review speaking about the bathrooms but they were SUPER clean and had some lotion next to the faucet for those who needed it!! Food was great, service was superb and decor was spectacular!! Definitely a must if you are in ocean city even for a day!!

    (5)

  • Christina L.

    Was here on vacation and looking for some good seafood. Found this on Yelp and was really happy with the choice. While it's a small place we went on a weekday around noon and had no problem getting a seat. We got the grilled tuna pinches for an appetizer, we liked it a lot.I got the blackened fish tacos and my husband got the boom boom shrimp tacos. Both meals were delicious but liked the boom boom shrimp tacos better. They had a fresh salsa that really hit the spot. Our waiter was friendly and attentive without bugging us every 5 minutes. When I'm back in town I'll definitely stop by. This is a nice restaurant and the portions are fine. But, if you're really hungry you may want an appetizer.

    (5)

  • Josh G.

    You can steal their tea. This behavior encouraged. Eat the prime key lime. (I wrote this) I am hooked on Hooked. Prime key lime deliciousness. Going back for more. (my sister wrote this) Yep, I took the bait. Dogfish, Crab Cakes, Key Lime Pie And I stole no tea! (my brother-in-law wrote this)

    (5)

  • Jessie W.

    Great food, service and atmosphere. Can't ask for much more. They were patient with kids.

    (5)

  • Grace F.

    Honestly a FRESH find. Really Really Really the place to go when you're in OCEAN CITY, MD!!! No reservations but called in advance to ask a few questions and mentioned we needed a highchair and a group of adults -- and when we got there, they had a table all ready. One negative is that the upstairs isn't accessible for anyone with disabilities and no restroom upstairs -- but they would have given us a downstairs table if we needed. The hostess Amanda was pleasant and sweet -- got us a perfect table -- ample space for dining. Also gave the baby a children's menu as well as crayons for coloring (table is covered in paper so the kids will enjoy). Paula (our server) exceeded expectations. She was like your best friend -- like the owner -- like a manager -- like the most patient as well as informed person. Took her time to explain things. She really loves her job and it shows. We just can't stop raving about her. Very detailed and knowledgeable. I could go on-and-on about her. Superb. She gets 5stars for this restaurant. Now being a vegetarian, you'd think this seafood-friendly spot wouldn't work but the fact is, their slogan says it all. FRESH, HONEST, LOCAL. And they are able to work with all dietary restrictions. Just incredible ingredients made to order with love. We chanced upon going on a night they had a prix fixe deal - appetizer, entree, dessert for just $25. We were told the appetizer and the dessert are smaller than usual size but entree is regular size. Perfect way to sample their foods. They brought out complimentary focaccia bread (dipping sauce black pepper in olive oil). Fresh for sure. Appetizers we tried a variety of dishes -- everyone in our group was happy with their salads and appetizers. For the baby, they created a small pasta dish. Cute little orecchiette (pasta shaped like little hats) with fresh delicious sweet peas tossed in olive oil. A few pieces of the pasta were a bit overcooked (became dried out) but overall, great flavor and good for baby. For the vegetarian, a choice of three of the sides -- we got local brussel sprouts, fingerling potatoes, garlic spinach -- all delicious. Next time I'd only ask for low sodium (that's my preference but most people would love the exact preparation). And finally, dessert time. WOW WOW WOW. Options included key lime, apple bread pudding, Got the decadent chocolate ganache (also happens to be the gluten-free option). Being that we're just visiting in the off-season for a weekend holiday party, it was a really pleasant surprise!!! Thanks to the HOOKED owners and staff for a memorable and delicious dinner. And extra special appreciation to PAULA - really outstanding at making the dinner exceptional.

    (5)

  • Philip P.

    Service was great and the food was several notches above what we had elsewhere in OC. It's popular, so try an off time if you want to get in without a wait.

    (4)

  • Corey M.

    Flatbread appetizer was great! Salmon entree was very, very good. Cioppino (seafood medley) was a little bland, but the seafood itself was fresh and cooked perfectly. The restaurant itself was very nice. Service was prompt and friendly. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

    (4)

  • C M.

    Excellent service! Wonderful meal. The scallops are to DIE for. I recommend to every one going to OC. My favorite restaurant in OC.

    (5)

  • F G.

    Excellence!! Good food, great service, clean, local, yummmm...

    (5)

  • Stephanie L.

    Hooked. And we were. Their motto is fresh. honest. local. And they were, except they didn't advertise how busy they were. Sold out of one special entrée before we got there (at 8:30pm), And we sat at one of their bars (they have THREE!!) for about 45 minutes, and then they took up upstairs. the hostess station was a little...unclear about how to handle things. But all was alright, and here's why: Asparagus salad with egg, onions, pecorino, BACON, truffled aioli. Holy, eff yes. Looks a little jumbled, but delicious, fresh. Next was a different take on a caprese salad: Smaller balls of fresh mozzarella, a bit more arugula than I'm used to (but had grown to LOVE), fresh freshly cut tomatoes. I could tell this was cut and tossed moments before it was brought to me. My entrée was cioppino, and surprisingly light in both color, almost a bouillabaisse/cioppino mixture the shellfish, fin fish, and chorizo were warm and spicy, and though I may not order this again, (my dad likes it more than I do) it's because I prefer one seafood type for an complete entrée (not including sushi) Mr. V's entrée was crabcakes: He says the cakes were a little bland, But the sauce was amazing. Yes, with italics. And he was right - the sauce was to die for. this place was what I've come to expect out of restaurant and I was SO GLAD we went here for my birthday. It was memorable. And I would go back again, and again, and again. As long as they stay fresh, honest, local.

    (4)

  • Sonya A.

    Ordered the crab dip and shrimp tacos to go... Looks like a nice classy spot for a date night in the future... The shrimp tacos were different...pickled onions...? But oh so tasty, a little spicy but very flavorful. The crab dip was very good, fresh lumps of crab meat....just not my style....I'm old school.

    (4)

  • Nicholas B.

    I ate here during my vacation in Ocean City in Summer of 2013. Although Seafood is not my first choice of food, I decided to treat my friends to dinner here. The entire staff was very friendly and accommodating, and made us feel very welcome. The food was excellent, and we all would not hesitate to come back here again.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth N.

    How nice to have a place like this in Ocean City! Fresh ingredients. Very well prepared. Interesting menu that will please foodies and plain palates alike. More upscale - which is definitely NOT a bad thing. I love the other restaurants in this ownership group and was thrilled to see that the Ocean City variation was just as delicious as the rest.

    (5)

  • Lauren G.

    The quality to price ratio was perfect. In summary, the food was great and very reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend. The ambiance was nice (not amazing). Service was very good. I had scallops, and my husband had pig and oysters.... Both very good. Best place I've eaten in ocean city.

    (4)

  • Jamie L.

    My first ever 5 star review! We got to the restaurant at 7:45 and the friendly hostess told us there would be a 20 minute wait and handed us a pager. We sat at the inside downstairs bar where we ordered two cocktails, both were fairly intricate (required juicing and muddling). The bartender made them quickly and was very pleasant. My Mojito was incredible and my boyfriends Orange Crush was darn good also. Right as quoted we were paged for our table. We sat upstairs in a large cozy dining room. We started with the clams appetizer which arrived very quickly and piping hot. They were a great size and the flavor combination with roasted corn, tomatoes, and spicy sausage was perfect. My only complaint was that the bread served with it tasted stale not toasted. However, the regular bread served to every table was an unexpected treat. It was dense and soft served with a drizzle of XVOO and cracked pepper. Shortly after our appetizer dinner arrived I ordered the soft shell crabs (a special) that were buttermilk battered and flash fried. They were served on top of an arugula and cous cous salad with a drizzle of a lime cilantro pesto. Yumm! I thought it couldn't get better until I switched plates with my boyfriend and had the scallops (perfectly seared) over cheesy grits with roasted corn and braised bacon. My mouth is watering just remembering the meal. To conclude our server (Adam) recommended a few homemade deserts that were to die for. A REAL key lime pie (no artificial green food coloring) with a gram cracker crust that had the perfect balance of buttery and sweet. The second desert was a dark chocolate fudge with sea salt served with coffee ice cream and topped with hazelnuts. Honestly I couldn't decide which was better. Between the quality of the food (which I have failed to mention is a farm to table concept) and the warm attentive service this place is every bit worthy of 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Paul T.

    First off to walk in and expected to be seated and be told that we missed lunch and have to wait an hour for dinner when there are available tables everywhere and nobody else waiting ...made no sense to me (is business important to you?). I should have just given no business at all, but I still gave them a chance. Finally seated i ordered the calamari (which was amazing) and the crab dipped chips which was okay, nothing special....my wife was really disappointed people were getting serviced before us since we were waiting and said the service here was not at all great. Also the prices dont justify the service. if i comeback i will be back to take the calamari to go

    (2)

  • Alyssa W.

    Came here on vacation with my family, and the best meal I had by far. The atmosphere was very crowded and the table near our booth was very loud, but the service we received made up for it. Our sever was very friendly, told us about the history of the place, and knew the menu well. We ordered the calamari for an appetizer which was amazing, full of flavor and had a great spice to it. For my entree, I order the cioppino. This dish contained a mix of mussles, scallops, clams, fin fish, and shrimp in a white wine tomato broth. It was perfect. I would go back and order this again.

    (5)

  • Kristin S.

    One of my favorite restaurants at the beach! The service here is absolutely fantastic. Our waitress was so friendly and very helpful. One of the members of our family has many dietary restraints due to health reasons and the waitress was wonderful in informing us about the ingredients in certain food options and how things were cooked. She also said they could make adjustments to be certain the food would work for us. When she brought us our bread, she had even checked to make sure that the bread didn't have certain things in it that our family member could not have. The service continued to be amazing when the herb encrusted tuna I ordered was brought to me. As soon as the gentleman sat it down in front of me he asked "you ordered the tuna done medium, correct?". I said yes. He said I am very sorry, this is done more like medium-well so I have brought this to you now, but we are redoing another tuna for your downstairs so please enjoy this in the mean time, and we will have another one up to you very shortly. I couldn't believe how pro active he was and just such wonderful customer service! Both the more well done and medium done tuna were FANTASTIC! Some of the best I have ever had. I also ordered their sangria for the first time and it was so tasty! Fruity and delicious. As an appetizer, we split the caprese salad which was extremely fresh tasting. All of the portions - salad, entrees, appetizers, etc. - are sizable and well worth the money! I would recommend this place to everyone! Wonderful service, very delicious food and drinks, and such a wonderful ambience. The multiple bars, indoor and outdoor seating, and beautiful decor just add to all of the other wonderful aspects of this restaurant.

    (5)

  • JJ L.

    Went to Ocean City for vacation, and had lunch in this restaurant based on the great reviews here, was I disappointed.... Where to start. The service, very slow, looks only two wait staff total, waited more than 15 minutes for my drink, even the appetizers came out before my drink. I ordered an orange crush, was ok, not great, just average, the drinks didn't have price on the menu, so later when we got the check, we just found out that thing is $9. Anyway, we also ordered fried calamari, fried oysters, ahi tuna wrap and fish tacos based on the great reviews here. The fried calamari was pretty good, but the oysters taste like they weren't fried completely and I could taste the uncooked batter in my mouth, yikes! The fish tacos were tasteless, one tiny piece of fish in each taco. You get two tacos. I hope high hopes for the ahi tuna wrap, but again tiny piece of tuna underneath all that unnecessary veges, and tasteless wasabi sauce. If they had pair it with the sauce from the calamari it would have tasted better. Throughout the hour, there's this waiter who stops by every table and ask if they need refill to their drinks, but he never bother stopping by our table, not sure why.... Our drinks were empty when he purposely ignores us. I can tell some of the guests were regulars so they pay more attention to them I guess. Overall, the price was ok, food was average, the service was below average. And no view of the ocean or bay. Will never return to this restaurant again!

    (1)

  • Joel D.

    Great place to eat here in Ocean City. The calamari was AMAZING and our dinners were fantastic. To top it off, Paula our server was terrific, attentive, and too amazing care of us. Highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Elisa S.

    Found this place based on yelp reviews, thank god! We got there on a Saturday (just my husband & I) at around 6ish, and they seated us right away on the upstairs deck on the back. We got the orange crush drinks to start which were really good, the calamari (to die for), and for entrees I got the Tuna with wasabi beans (not hot one bit) sooooo good, and my husband got the Surf and Turf also verryyyy good. The potatoes and shrimp so yummy. We ended up splitting half and half because we loved it all equally. For desert I got the Chocolate chip cookie dough cheesecake ... Enough said. I was amazed at how fresh everything tasted and it's all made in house apparently , they even reserve a spot on their menu to thank the farms they receive from, very cool. We come to OCMD every year and this is hands down our new spot. Price wise, same price we paid every wise else except we walked away stuffed and not trying to find fast food. MUST TRY!

    (5)

  • Samuel B.

    We went in around 6 on a Friday and were sat right away. This is definitely one of the better places to eat in OC. Our entrees were fantastic, and the kids enjoyed their meals. Our only problem was the mussels appetizer was extremely gritty. The manager came out right away and said he would take it off the bill and even offered us something else, great customer service! I will definitely be back again.

    (5)

  • John C.

    Loved everything we tried. The calamari was perfectly tender. My fried oyster sandwich was fantastic. The cheese fries are absurd with the amount of thick bacon and melted cheese, and really great truffle flavor. The peach margarita and the orange crush cocktail are awesome, with fresh fruit and juice making up the bulk of it. Standard local microbrews are on tap and always good.

    (5)

  • Leah J.

    Seared tuna was the "best" my husband had ever had and I had the crab cakes that were delicious! The sauce was unbelievable and not overpowering . The strawberry mojito was great too and not too sweet!! :)

    (5)

  • Lisa N.

    The food was awesome. We ordered the calamari as an appetizer. The best we have ever had. My friend had the crab cakes. He raved about them. The spinach salad was delicious. The ambiance of the restaurant was perfect; laid back and comfortable. Our waitress was very helpful, considering they had just changed over to their fall menu. Looking for a great restaurant for dinner, you will be very pleased. Compliments to the chef. Yummy.

    (5)

  • Glenn P.

    Been to Hooked twice this week. Great menu, sea scallops, calamari and flatbread was amazing. Bartenders and waiters/waitresses are all professional. Great meal, great time!

    (5)

  • Corrine B.

    Food was decent but nothing to write home about. We sat at the outside bar for a while with no bartender; before realizing he was just sitting next to us at the bar watching football. We literally sat next to him for minutes and he didn't make any effort to welcome us or get up for that matter. 3 of us split apps and he didn't give us plates, silverware or napkins. We had to ask 3 separate times for plates, napkins, ect, instead of him giving up 3 of each from the start. Hope to go back again and not find the same bartender, he didn't do much for the experience.

    (2)

  • Martin N.

    I give this restaurant 4 to 5 stars on the food, 3 stars on the service. The service: There was a wait to get seated. This wait was made longer as they lost our reservation. The service at the table was also less than stellar. They served the parent main course before the kids meals... The food was nice: - entree of seared tuna, well done although the sauce was too present. - we liked the fried oysters - the fried shelless crab was well accompanied with a nice balsamic salad.

    (4)

  • Nicky O.

    Found this place due to Yelp. Fish tacos are the best I've ever had! Can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Danielle D.

    Incredible calamari and I loved the asparagus salad. My sister had the half chicken with corn and kale chips, my mom enjoyed the surf and turf option which had a unique take on the green bean almandine. All ingredients were exceptionally fresh and the portions were satisfying. Our waiter was extremely attentive and personable. Try the peach margaritas!

    (5)

  • E M.

    This place was amazing! Wanted to try someplace new on vacation & found Hooked via Yelp app. Staff were nice, wait for food was reasonable, and soo worth it. Shared some apps for lunch- calamari was the freshest I've ever had, fish tacos were great, and crab dip was so tasty! Definitely recommend, and I plan on going back again soon!

    (5)

  • Wendy X.

    We stopped by for a late Sunday lunch. Took a while to get us seated, despite the restaurant being mostly empty. We shared a strawberry mojito (10$, not super strong, refreshing) and a corn & crab bisque (6$) which contained threads of lump crab meat. Very rich; could've used a decent helping of freshly ground pepper, but enjoyable. I had the corn and crab flatbread with white truffle oil (10$). The white truffle was definitely detectable, and added a touch of indulgence to the otherwise simple dish. My boyfriend ordered the seafood club (10$), in which the standard chicken filling is replaced with a crab cake and a generous portion of shrimp. The sandwich came with a side of pesto fries. Could've used a touch more salt in the sandwich filling. For dessert, we split a coconut custard oatmeal pie (7$) over two reasonably priced cups of coffee (2$). The waitress was friendly and food came out at a comfortable pace. Overall, a very pleasant meal for a very reasonable price.

    (4)

  • Jenny A.

    I came here for a late lunch during a mini vacation to Ocean City this last summer. Of all the restaurants we visited, this is the only one worth mentioning. Deliciously fresh food and mix drinks.

    (5)

  • Jeff G.

    Outstanding food and great service. Fresh and creative menu. Much more thoughtful than normal beach food. We had lunch here and even the kids loved it.

    (5)

  • Dawn R.

    The staff was friendly and the service was good. They need to add blinds or something to the front windows because if you are sitting at a table facing them you are blinded by the sun. My daughter ordered a petite filet off the kids menu. It was perfectly prepared and we were glad to see she had a choice of watermelon as her side instead of French fries all the time. I order the wings for an appetizer and they were chewy. They looked done but still had a rubbery quality to them. The flavor in them was good. My New York strip was tough. I know I got beef at a seafood place but not everyone eats seafood. If they can have a fillet on the kids menu, why not on the adult menu? My husband liked his sword fish and side of corn.

    (3)

  • Bob B.

    We were ready for a seafood dinner so we decided to try Hooked because of the good things we had read about it. We were pleasantly greeted and told it would be about a 10 to 15 minute wait. We had a drink at the outside bar. We then went inside up the stairs and had dinner out on the outside balcony. Tim, our waiter, did a great job describing the appetizers and the entrees. We ordered both the crab dip and the calamari as appetizers. Both were delicious. Cindy ordered the crab cakes and I had the scallops . again both were delicious. We finished the night sharing a piece of key lime pie. The pie was light and smooth and we really enjoyed our entire meal. Tim and the rest of the servers did a great job.

    (5)

  • Sherwood L.

    Could be the best restaurant in OC. Food was fantastic, service great, and I had a Sazarac that was awesome! A must try when in OC.

    (5)

  • Josie D.

    This place was great! The atmosphere was wonderful. There are three bars in the restaurant and the bartenders were awesome. The food was also amazing. I had the jumbo shrimp and grits and the corn and bisque. The shrimp and grits were made with artichokes and were excellent! But the bisque was even better!! Our waiter could have been a littler friendlier, but overall this place was great and I'd visit again!

    (4)

  • Mitasha P.

    The "Fried Calamari" (Appetizer) is a must try. Its crispy batter goes nicely with the rich creaminess of the spicy mayo coating. The "Jerk Chicken" was well seasoned, but a bit dry. The "Ciopanni" was a bit overrated. For $25, you get a nice savory soup like broth with chorizo, few clams, mussels, scallops, and fish (was not sure what type). I only wish there was more seafood within the broth. For dessert, I had the Oatmeal Coconut Pie which was a nice balance of sweetness from the coconut and a slight earthiness from the cinnamon and oatmeal. Although the service was very slow, the waiter was very nice and knowledgeable about the menu. Overall, this restaurant really stands apart from the others within Ocean City especially if you are craving something other than seafood.

    (4)

  • Lara R.

    Best restaurant I've been to in Ocean City. I'm not above making a small-plate-style dinner out of various boardwalk junk food, but Hooked leaves all that behind. Thoughtful decor, locally sourced food, prepared with care. We enjoyed the crab dip and i loved the cioppino. Definitely check this place out if you're in the area!

    (5)

  • Nancy A.

    We live in Millsboro so for us to drive to Ocean City for Dinner is an all day outing but for food like this I will go anytime this was not only a Wonderful meal but a real treat for locals how surprising to find a BEACH restaurant that specializes in LOCAL foods. Everything was spot on from the great bread to the main courses All plates went back to the Kitchen clean. :-) My husband and I decided we had to share a Dessert of Blueberry Peach Cobbler especially when we found out both the Blueberries and the Peaches came from Bennett Orchards (family friends) ..We will not only be back to this location we will be visiting the two other Restaurants owned by this talented team.

    (5)

  • Jolie W.

    Awesomely good. The orange crushes are excellent and big! Loved the flatbread pizza with bacon and crab--so good! We had the scallops and grits and the cioppino -both we're very tasty and large entrees. Worth the trip from BB! Loved the decor and hip atmosphere!

    (5)

  • What Happens in Vegas S.

    This is by far the best restaurant in OCMD. You won't find better food or a nicer setting. Atmosphere is classy and modern but very relaxed and low key. Ingredients are fresh and local. Have eaten here many times for lunch and dinner and have always had outstanding food and service. Best orange crush on the beach. Great little outdoor bar. Kid friendly too - good food choices for little ones, crayons and paper, fast food service, etc. Very reasonably priced for the quality.

    (5)

  • Carli O.

    Loved it! My husband had the soft-shell crab special and I had the ancho chicken. Both were delicious as well as the pesto fries. Craft beer and orange crush were also perfect. The waiter knew the menu well and was able to tell me what was gluten free or what could be made so. Wish we were here longer to go again.

    (5)

  • Flora W.

    This cute little find was impressive. The food was great and the service was even more amazing. I had the shrimp roll with pesto fries. My friend had the crab cakes w/ truffle bacon fries. Both entrees were delicious! I would def come back next time in OC.

    (4)

  • Allen G.

    Hooked has some of the freshest seafood in OC! The calamari was the best I've ever had hands down. My wife says next time we have to order 3 orders of the stuff one was not enough. The crab cakes are incredible. Even my sons kids meal chicken fingers were real chicken not the other crap those all u can eat places are passing off. We will be back keep it up peeps see u next year.

    (5)

  • Steven B.

    We stopped in for lunch in late December and found a limited off-season menu. They promote their menu as Fresh and Local, but having a food procurement background I have to challenge their marketing strategy. I had the Shrimp Tacos which were served Ala carte in a salad bowl in the traditional Maryland style of no garnish. I received two Tacos with three small shrimp in each Taco for $9.00. Along with the cabbage and Pico they were topped with a lot of pickled red onions which weren't drained properly and it was very messy. I ordered one of their draft craft beers and it was out of stock. The service was acceptable, but there are so many better restaurants in Ocean City offering a better experience.

    (2)

  • William S.

    Hooked is my family's new favorite restaurant. Too bad we live 4 hours away. We happened to find it while on a mini-vacation. I was amazed that they served fiddle head ferns. I haven't had those in years. Steak, tuna, salmon and scallops were all fresh and perfectly cooked. Small but excellent beer selection. They ran out of their paella special and apologized profusely. The Host checked out table a few times. It is nice when a restaurant appreciates it's customers.

    (5)

  • Todd V.

    Thankfully, La Hacienda has gone away. In its place is a fantastic local seafood restaurant. The food was excellent, nice wine list and great drinks. The decor has had a major overhaul and actually looks fresh, inviting and CLEAN. Definitely the best transformation I've seen in OC for years. Give them your business!!! But not too much, I dont want to wait in line all the time :)

    (4)

  • Patricia M.

    YUM! From start to finish! Started with the calamari and beet salad. Husband had a blue berry martini, he said it was fabulous. Ok maybe he didn't say fabulous, but that is what I chose to hear. I had the market drink. It was watermelon and lemonade. It was very good, light and refreshing. Husband had the crab cake a and I had the tuna. My mouth is still watering. I heard the deserts and so wish I would have gotten something but already had to be rolled out so I passed. Our waitress said Thursdays are taco and burger night. Already made a mental note. The menu changes from season to season.

    (5)

  • Kristen F.

    Well worth the wait. My mother has been raving about this place, so when I went home to visit, I realized it was all she described it to be. No reservations, so if you go at peak dinner time during the tourist season, expect to wait about 45 minutes. It is worth the wait, but with the outside bar, you hardly feel like you are just loitering. I recommend the calamari, fried oysters, crab flatbread, and anything else on the menu. We were all stealing from each others plates. It is great to have a restaurant that doesn't just serve the usual frozen Sysco fare like most of the places in OC. The orange crush is probably one of the best that I have ever had because they use the blood orange Pellegrino instead of lemon lime soda. Go get hooked!

    (5)

  • Pamela S.

    Halibut and Scallop dinners were fabulous as was the calimari. The service was first class. The orange crush and lemonade mixed drinks were overpriced. There was a 30 minute wait for a table for two but it was the Friday following July 4th. Definitely worth a return trip.

    (4)

  • Jen S.

    Hooked is amazing! I was traveling alone on business and sat at the upstairs bar. The bartender was very knowledgeable about the menu, and it was the first night of their new fall menu. I had the pear, endive salad followed by the tuna entree, with brussels sprouts, puréed cauliflower and candied bacon. Both were wonderful! I only wish I had room for dessert. The atmosphere was very inviting and fun. If I weren't leaving town tomorrow, I'd have dinner here again!

    (5)

  • Joana S.

    One of the best meals I've ever had. This is a must try if you're in ocean city. We had a phenomenal meal and are considering going back to ocean city just to eat here again. Start to finish was delicious. You will not be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Lauren S.

    Loved our dinner here! a group of 8 of us went- shared a few apps to start. the calamari and flatbread were just perfect. the crab dip was also outstanding and full of real crab not just cream cheese. for dinner a few of us ordered the scallops which were fantastic. I had the veggie dish which consisted of any three "set ups" from the menu. all were very creative and good. for dessert- the oatmeal pie is a must. I wish I ordered another to take home for breakfast the next morning. service was also wonderful. I can't wait to return.

    (5)

  • Emily B.

    Went there today for lunch. The Food was good but the service sucked. At first we we thought they were closed, they didn't have there open flag out and there was no one in the restaurant kind of unusual for muscle car week. We had the calamari which was awesome and the crab dip was really good too!! The crab dip had a lot of crab, but we didn't like that we had to use kettle chips to dip it in. We both had the tuna wrap, which was good, but we're disappointed to find it was served like a tostada and very difficult to eat. I was told to wrap it in the lettuce, that it was served on. It would have been better to have it in a tortilla wrap. The service wasn't very good either, it took forever to take our order and we were the only ones in the restaurant! It took at least 15mn. for her to come back and take our order. I was ready to walk out. Then when we payed for our lunch she came back with a ten dollar bill instead of a 5 and 5 singles. No way in hell was I going to give her a 25% tip. When she did that I didn't want to give her any. I had to go to the bar to get change.

    (3)

  • Kelly A.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience here. Staff was friendly and helpful. Food prep and presentation were excellent. And, the ambience, although a little loud, was delightful. Overall, an outstanding restaurant.

    (5)

  • Rhonda C.

    Wonderful food and excellent service too! I had the beet salad and the seared scallops for my entree. This is a must try if you're in Ocean City!

    (5)

  • Hollis B.

    Hooked is a gem. Not to be confused with a Rehobeth joint, this is the latest venture from the folks who brought Just Hooked to Fenwick. A caprese salad with a twist - grilled asparagus, basil, arugula. The scallops were incredible and truly cooked to perfection. Service was impeccable. If you are a true foodie with a zest for fresh, local, lovingly prepared and served food, this is the place.

    (5)

  • chris h.

    Went for lunch and the food was awesome. I had the shrimp tacos and they were out of this world the sauce on there had just a slight kick and the breaking was so light and crunchy on my shrimp. You get 2 nice tacos with pico sauce on it. The atmosphere is relaxing and the waitress we had was awesome.

    (4)

  • Nick P.

    By far the best meal we had in Ocean City! The crab dip was intense and the calamari was very good. We tried their melon salad and it was a refreshing counter balance to the salty appetizers. The soft shell crabs were perfectly done and the crab cakes exploded with flavor. Service was very good. Skip the desserts.

    (5)

  • Theresa C.

    Not that they need another rave review but yum! I lucked out and strolled in on ladies night to find all food for ladies at half price. Had a delectable fish entree beautifully presentedd for $12! And the service was exceptional. My only comment would be although the fish was hot, the rice it sat on was not. But it wasn't worth sending back. it was still excellent.

    (4)

  • Emanuel D.

    My wife and I came to celebrate our anniversary, and read some good reviews of Hooked. The service and food were both amazing. The Scallops with bacon grits were a true marvel and worth the price. The Mahi was tasty and very well made, but if I went back I would just order more scallops instead. The calamari was too breaded for our taste, but the sauce was delicious. Overall I give Hooked high marks and would easily recommend it.

    (4)

  • Karen O.

    I went to Hooked with a group of friends and everyone walked away saying it was either the best seafood they'd had in ages, or that it was definitely the best restaurant in Ocean City. We split appetizers (crab & corn flatbread was amazing!) and everyone ordered different entrees (scallops, mahi mahi, salmon, crab cakes) and everyone was thrilled with their orders. The only drawback was the hour wait. However, they have a cute outdoor bar that (almost) makes you forget you're in Ocean City.

    (5)

  • Jeremy B.

    Looking for a new place to take the family for dinner, I stumbled upon Hooked on Yelp. Located just a couple blocks from where we were staying and with so many great reviews I figured it couldn't miss. The atmosphere and service were top notch. At 7:00 on a Friday night they were able to seat 6 of us in under 30 minutes - couldn't ask for any better than that at the beach. The food however was just ok. The appetizers (crab dip and calamari) were delicious and without a doubt the best thing we had. The entrees weren't quite as good. Between all 6 of us, nobody had anything that was really great. A couple of them were decent, while a couple weren't very good. As a table we rated the food as a C+/B. Overall the experience was pleasant and we will probably be back because of the convenience and atmosphere, but I expected more from the food.

    (3)

  • Sandra S.

    We decided to give this restaurant a try after reading all of the reviews on Yelp. We arrived around 5:30 for dinner. We were seated immediately. The waiter greeted us and brought our drinks. We ordered our meals. My husband ordered the salmon, our 9 yr old ordered the Mahi Mahi and I ordered the roasted chicken but we started with calamari. Calamari is one of those dishes that has to be done right or it tastes like crap. This calamari was superb!!! I have only had really good calamari one other time in my life and this was better than any other calamari I have ever eaten! Our meals were served very quickly and we were not disappointed. All of them were fantastic! The ambiance is nice, service stellar and the food is just superb. I am so glad I chose this place based on previous Yelp reviews. You will love it!!!!

    (5)

  • Andrea R.

    The owner, Steve and his staff have created quite a gem on 81st Street! Our meal was one of the best we have ever had. Everything was fresh and prepared perfectly. Our waitress, Corey did a wonderful job suggesting different dishes and unique cocktails. We will continue to go back to Hooked to enjoy the wonderful atmosphere and amazing food! Well done Hooked!

    (5)

  • Jim M.

    Amazing experience. Drinks were truly unique. We had the blackberry special, tried the orange crush and hooked lemonade as well. All very fresh and flavorful. Amazing variety of food. Tuna with kimchi was extremely unique. Wait staff very professional. One of the best dining experiences I have ever had!

    (5)

  • Francesca G.

    Food was so delicious! Crab corn chowder was incredible and you must order the peach margarita

    (4)

  • Seb G.

    The food was creative and excellently prepared and presented. Friendly and engaging staff who know the menu and can offer suggestions without pushing. Nice outside bar. It can accommodate both intimate dinners and families. Reasonably prices. Friendly general manager Ed. Great key lime pie. We will be back.

    (5)

  • Shelley J.

    This place is very good. I had some really amazing peach margaritas (they use real juices here! no fake mix crap). I also had the cherry soda alcohol drink and that was kind of disgusting. It tasted like straight cough syrup and I'm not sure why anyone would want to order that. We had the crab dip which could have used more cheese or any cheese. We also had the shrimp tacos which were very good (nice and vinegary). The pesto fries weren't super crispy but they were very tasty. Pesto on fries works! The bar chairs could be more comfortable.They are like tiny little size 0 skinny girl chairs.

    (4)

  • Leigh C.

    Delicious. Everything was wondeful. The scallops were excellent as was the dessert. We had the oatmeal pie and chocolate terrine. Fresh local food.

    (5)

  • J W.

    From appetizer to dessert, the food was great. Very fresh, great flavor. Service was very nice. Somewhat packed, but not too loud. Good for a nice night out. We will be back.

    (5)

  • Dan T.

    Absolutely Awesome! I visited Ocean City at the end of June and was looking forward to local restaurants and fresh food. I found out quickly maybe I was asking for to much.... I found Hooked on yelp and it may have been my best score from yelp to this date. From start to finish the food was outstanding. To say the staff was knowledgable about the menu would be an understatement. The menu was creative and represented the area. Join that with a rockin' drink menu and you will be in for an outstanding experience. Every dollar was worth it on this visit. Thanks Hooked!

    (5)

  • Teresa M.

    My boyfriend and I decided to check this place out based on a recommendation from one of his friends who lives nearby. We arrived around 6pm and were seated immediately. Our table was located inside, downstairs. We were greeted promptly by our waiter and given two pieces of fresh, tasty, focaccia bread with olive oil for dipping. We ordered drinks and they were delivered quickly so we could enjoy as we perused the menu. For our appetizers, we ordered a cup of the crab/corn/jalapeño soup which was out of this world! Following our soup, we enjoyed the hooked crab dip. This dip was amazing-so tasty with crab, bacon and gruyere cheese all melted together and served with home made old bay chips. I highly recommend both of these apps! My boyfriend ordered the steak for his entree. It was cooked perfectly to his liking and the entire dish was very flavorful. I ordered the pan seared chicken. You can definitely tell this place is all about fresh, quality ingredients as the taste was incredible! The chicken was cooked to perfection, nice and moist with a perfectly paired sauce and veggies. For dessert we went with the suggestion of our waiter and ordered a piece of the coconut cream pie to share. A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!! Definitely try if you have room. As we were leaving, we walked past the owner who was very friendly and thanked us for stopping in. This is a place definitely worth recommending and quite worthy of 5 stars. Can't wait to visit again!

    (5)

  • Eric H.

    O.M.G. - this was a fantastic meal !! Six of us, including a tweener, teenager, and adults, were swooning over how yummy our appetizers, drinks, and entrées were. Everything was delicious, and our waitress Brooke was awesome. We were all beat after a long hot day at the beach and were a little cranky, but Brooke took great care of us, was polite, funny, and professional all wrapped into one. We can't wait to try the other Hooked restaurants in the area.

    (5)

  • Beth C.

    Had dinner here last evening. Joseph quickly informed us that it was ladies night, which meant all of my food was 1/2 priced - nice surprise! Better surprise was the food. We had the clam appetizer, excellent; I had the beet salad, my husband had the Caesar salad, both tasty. I had the grilled swordfish which was served on a chick pea chili (my description, not theirs) with andouille, very yummy! The birthday boy had scallops served on beef stroganoff, a unique - and according to him- delicious combination. The portions are generous (lunch was a repeat of dinner), Joseph's service impeccable. Eating out with food allergies is never easy, Joseph went above and beyond. We'll be back (probably Thursday for fish taco night) before we head home.

    (5)

  • Kevin J.

    Had a fantastic dinner there last night, 6/10/13. Started out with a bottle of wine, and the calamari for an app. Then I had the salmon with zucchini, squash, and arugula. Service was on point, and food was great, definitely will be back. Also a plus that it's right across the street from where I live.

    (5)

  • Dana A.

    We decided on hooked after researching reviews on yelp... We didn't want a typical ocean city restaurant that all the tourist go to. I am so glad we picked this restaurant. Our group shared the crab dip and calamari. I have had calamari from countless restaurants and must say this is definitely in the top two. The scallop entree was the best off all our entrees... We tried the tuna, and surf and turf as well. The orange crush was nothing impressive however, and the hooked lemonade was way too sour. The pomegranate margarita was good though. $10 a drink is a little pricey for the drinks. Our waitress was very attentive and pleasant. The bartender outside on the other hand was rude and seemed overwhelmed by the customers. Our table was outside upstairs which was a bit windy but quit and private compared to the inside seating. Inside seemed very loud when we walked to our table, so outside seating is recommended if it isn't to hot and humid outside. Overall we enjoyed the experience and food. Get the calamari appetizer and scallop entree. You won't regret it!

    (5)

  • Eileen A.

    I have just eaten the best meal I've ever had in all my visits to Ocean City. Everything was DELICIOUS! Service was friendly, fast and well timed. We had the lobster chorizo queso, the caesar salad, the blackened fish tacos and the shortrib stroganoff (major comfort food!!!!). Great value. The prices were great for what we got. We will be returning.

    (5)

  • Kevin C.

    Came here with my wife just stopping by OC. The food was thoroughly delicious. I recommend the crab bisque as an appetizer. It has kick of white wine that was something unexpected.

    (4)

  • Lindsey S.

    Pros: THE BEST SEAFOOD, GREAT DECOR, EVERYTHING IS AWESOME HERE! Cons: what cons???? no cons here! Must-Have's So, I LOOOOOOOOOOOOVE this place!!! My recommendation of crab feast in the area is one night of "On the Bay", all you can eat crab feast, and one night here. This place is for more upscale crab experience. We pretty much ordered everything off the menu; from softshell crabs to seared scallops to sea bass, and everything was AMAZING. Definitely comparable to Michellin 1 star restaurants in Manhattan. Just trust me and check this place out.

    (5)

  • Geoffrey K.

    First, the crab dip was exceptional, and that has nothing to do with the two old-fashioned drinks. However, the crab cake sandwich fell short of my expectations, much like the 2014-15 San Francisco 49ers. So much potential, and then...eh. Seriously, why wouldn't we throw the ball more to Vernon Davis, and why wouldn't the restaurant put some spice (read Old Bay) in arm's reach? The fries were pretty tasty - and I will find myself longing at night to make crab dip as good as Hooked, but ultimately it's about how the season, er...the meal ends, and that note was flatter than my 6th grade recorder training. Okay, it was better than that - I am being unfair, but that's what you getting for setting high expectations.

    (4)

  • Nick C.

    Hooked is one of my favorite restaurants in OC. Really like the calamari, bacon wrapped scallops, crab cake and ciopino. Their fish specials are usually very good too. Grapefruit crush is yummy! Not a big fan of the ribeye because it comes with a bunch of creamy sauce and veggies on it. Can barely taste the meat.

    (4)

  • Kathy N.

    This place is absolutely phenomenal. One of Ocean City's gems...the food is of such high quality and presentation, and it is amazingly delicious. I had some of the best, most fresh and tender crab cake I have ever had during dinner here tonight. It is the Ruth's Chris of Ocean City's seafood. The service was impeccable (our server was Adam) and the atmosphere of the restaurant is very cozy and classy. Can't wait to come back soon!

    (5)

  • Julie P.

    Awesome Anniversary dinner!!! Started with a cocktail with John at the Bar. Then proceeded upstairs and had Debbie as our server. She was wonderful! For an app we had the flatbread then I had the Basil Crusted Salmon with Polenta and my husband had Scallops with Cheesy Grits, which were amazing!!! We ended with a delicious Bread Pudding & Cinnamon Ice Cream... YUM!!!!

    (5)

  • Mrs B.

    Great ambiance -pleasant staff. Got a table for 5 right away. Crab dip had mixed reviews - some thought it had too much cheese and not enough crab. Cioppino was delicious - plenty of seafood and flavorful broth. We had soft shell crabs and crab cakes - both were excellent. Mocha chocolate dessert was to die for. Need more restaurants like this in OCMD!

    (5)

  • Deborah J.

    Wow this place was great!!! My husband and I started our meal with calamari and corn, crab flatbread. The calamari was very good but the flatbread was delicious with a hearty combination of corn, arugula and crabmeat. We could only eat half of it because we didn't want to spoil our meal and the portions were quite generous. We also had fresh baked bread that was warm and very good. My entrée was a Caesar salad with seared scallops. The salad had fresh romaine and Parmesan cheese with just the right amount of salad dressing. The five scallops were large and perfectly seared. My husband had scallops and grits that he said was excellent. We were also served by a wonderful waitress who was knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. This place is a hidden gem in Ocean City.

    (5)

  • Luke M.

    Our second time there. Both times we've been there were for lunch. The servers are above average for service quality, friendliness, and menu knowledge. They have a smallish lunch menu, but our party ended up ordering 3 of the listed items. Everyone was happy with their orders. The crab cakes were really good. Not the best I've ever had, but solid. Prices are on the high side of reasonable, but not overly inflated. We'll be back.

    (4)

  • Janelle P.

    Seared Scallops are fantastic! Crab dip as the appetizer was superb as well! They serve a gratis appetizer that is fresh bread with olive oil and seasonings. Very tasty!

    (5)

  • Matthew V.

    I've never been one to relate Ocean City with good food but I may now. Hooked was a welcome change to my eating habits in OC. The food was fresh and delicious. While on the pricier side for OC, it was well worth it. They also have fresh fish specials. We got a few round of drinks which were good. Apps: - Bacon wrapped scallops - Calamari Entrees: - Scallops - Crab Cake - Curry Shrimp No one had a single complaint about their meals, will add Hooked into the rotation of OC eats for us from now on. That includes The Crab Bag, CrabCake Factory, Harpoon Hannahs and now Hooked!

    (4)

  • Ted G.

    Place is nice and ambiance is nice but food here is over rated by much. Here is a breakdown of what my wife and I ordered: Calamari- salty Crab soup- tasty but no crab meat!! Crab cake- was excellent Red curry shrimp- terrible and bland. Cesear salad- good. Hard to get that wrong Service was excellent but overall disappointed in the food as this place is highly rated.

    (2)

  • Jessica C.

    Unexpected gem in OC! Very interesting dishes, great atmosphere, delectable entrees, drinks, and deserts!

    (5)

  • Cheryl K.

    Wow. Absolutely incredible. First, let me just say that if you're coming for dinner, come a little early. By the time my friend and I left around 6:30, the place was packed and there were tons of people outside waiting for a table. The word is definitely out that this is a great place. The service was fantastic. Our server was friendly and helpful and the food and drinks came out really quickly. For drinks, I had a peach margarita (delicious and very peachy) and my friend had a blueberry martini of sorts (loaded with fresh berries). Both were good, but the margarita was a good compliment to dinner. We were served some bread which came pre-drizzled with olive oil and herbs. Very tasty. We ordered the crab and chips appetizer which came out very quickly. I'm more accustomed to seeing thinks like bread or pieces of pita served with crab dip and the crunchy kettle-style chips were an excellent compliment to the gooey cheese and hunks of crab. Both the dip and chips weren't too salty, which is usually the case with these types of dishes. I am not too big on seafood (blasphemy, I know!) so while my friend ordered halibut (a special) I ordered a salad and a side of squash. The squash was lightly fried in olive oil, perfectly (lightly) seasoned with salt. It was a mix between yellow squash and zucchini. My salad was absolute perfection. It contained bibb lettuce, chopped asparagus, crumbled egg, bacon pieces, slivers of hard cheese, and came with a truffle dressing. Absolute heaven. The salad and side were perfectly sized and made a great alternative to a standard entree. Overall, this was one of the best restaurants I've been to this year. I will definitely, absolutely, be back when in OC again.

    (5)

  • Edward R.

    Anticipating a down and dirty crab and beer dinner but our regular place was under renovation so up and down Coastal Highway until Hooked popped up with good ratings by trusted reviewers on Yelp. Thank you. It was still 30 minutes before the dining room opened for dinner so a cold beer,generous pour of a refreshing Pinot and a very tasty fried calamari with a red pepper aioli at the small but friendly patio bar inhabited by some very happy and delightfully inebriated grown ups. A far cry for the usual post teenage amateurs striving for their next cheap hangover that is the norm in OC. On to dinner and ushered into a bright,spare but tastefully furnished dining room,nautical colors but without the usual kitsch, I'm beginning to think I'm under dressed but so are the waitstaff and apparently the smiling owner so on to the menu. Specials were the excellent Batter fried soft shells on a bed of local salad greens and a grainy mustard dressing and the asparagus salad, which came with slivers of sharp cheese,onions,and baby arugula with a tangy but subtle cream dressing. I had the grilled sea scallops on a bed of creamy grits with bacon,leeks and corn in a wonderfully sweet sauce. This was a large dish and excellently done so the roasted fingerling potatoes with garlic and rosemary was not really needed but very welcomed in it's savory goodness. Dessert was a apple and blueberry cobbler with Ice cream that was again a large dish fit for 2. This is indeed a very refreshing find between OC's many crab and corn dives or industrial sized AYCE buffets and I would have scored it higher if the service wasn't just so casual....Our server either mumbled or recited the specials while looking over his shoulder,came by 4 times to ask "if efferysting alllreit?" and literally threw the check across the table accomplishing a 360 before it came to rest. Still a very good dinner and great little bar.

    (3)

  • Ashley C.

    We were in Ocean City for a week, and I spotted Hooked from the car one day. I made a note to grab a menu and give it a try. It was so fantastic that we ordered takeout 3 times during the week! Everything was super fresh and absolutely beautiful. Day 1 we ordered the Middleneck Clams (w cherry tomatoes, corn, leeks, garlic confit, chorizo, crostini, white wine pesto broth) and the Roasted Salmon (local patty pan, shallots, sage, bacon, arugula, crispy leeks, cherry tomato vinaigrette). Both were outstanding - my husband and I shared both and were licking the plates clean. Next time, we ordered lunch - the Crab Cake Sandwich (grilled tomato, arugula, classic remoulade, brioche) and the Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos (buttermilk battered shrimp, cabbage, pickled onion, pico, spicy mayo). Again, both were great. My husband loved the crab cake - full of succulent crab meat. The shrimp tacos were one of the best things I've eaten. Nice and spicy yet cool and crisp. Fabulous. The day we were heading out of town, we grabbed lunch to go again and ate it in the car. We got the Truffled Sweet Corn n' Crab Flatbread (crab, sweet corn, bacon, garlic, basil, arugula, white truffle) and the Fried Oyster Sandwich (bleu cheese, romaine, tomato, spicy mayo, brioche). The flatbread was very tasty, but probably my least favorite of everything we had from Hooked. The other items all blew me away. The oysters in the sandwich were amazingly crispy but plump and juicy when you bite in, the brioche was super soft and fresh, and the bleu cheese was perfect with it. I went for the upcharge to get Truffled Bacon Gruyére Mornay Fries this time around (the crab cake had the pesto fries with it, and they were good), and they were fantastic! It's definitely an indulgence worth having once in a while. If we return to Ocean City, we will definitely be heading back here again. This was some of the freshest, most beautiful seafood I've ever had. Excellent.

    (5)

  • Kim G.

    Great service from Ryan. Food was awesome. Calamari and asparagus were really good. Surf and turf was great and not overly expensive.

    (5)

  • Javier G.

    Easily best food in OC! The food is FRESH and locally sourced. Service and decor were top notch.

    (5)

  • Jason S.

    The best meal in OC in the last few years. The environment is relaxed and food is 5 stars! We are only here for a week and we will go back for a second time. The scallops are seared to perfection and the pesto fries are to die for! We are HOOKED!

    (5)

  • Kara M.

    My fiancé and I went here for lunch. We were really impressed with the food, service and friendly staff. Great experience!

    (5)

  • Sandora R.

    Best food I had at my weekend in Ocean City, MD. Everything crab was good. Anything with spicy mayo was crazy good. Drinks on point. Not cheap but totally worth it.

    (5)

  • Christine B.

    Really unbelievable. My cohort and I went for lunch, had the DELICIOUS crab dip with old bay chips. He initially turned down the idea, but we devoured it so fast that the roof of my mouth is burned because I just couldn't wait. I just had the melon arugula salad (with goat cheese and crispy amazing prosciutto, I might add) and boy do I wish I ordered something else too - not because it wasn't delicious, but because I wanted to try everything on the lunch menu! He sucked down the caprese salad and mussels in 2.5 seconds. We almost ordered another round of food because it was so good. A 40 dollar lunch (with no drinks) isn't cheap, but well worth it for the quality of food. We're actually going back tomorrow to try the dinner service, I have high hopes.

    (5)

  • Linda M.

    HOOKED = Best dining experience in OCMD. I recently dined here with a large group of friends. Service was good. Food and ambiance were dead on. The beach chic look really set the tone with two fantastic outdoor dining areas. The food we enjoyed included the crab flatbread, calamari, caprese salad and the pesto french fries. I had the grilled mahi mahi and loved my entree. We were full to bursting by the end of the meal so skipped dessert. I would definitely return when I visit Ocean City again.

    (5)

  • David D.

    Wholly moley, truffle burger was fantastic delicious all around good beer and delish pesto fries, and very good service, definitely gotta come back when I'm in the area.

    (5)

  • Mohamed H.

    It's very rare that you begin a review speaking about the bathrooms but they were SUPER clean and had some lotion next to the faucet for those who needed it!! Food was great, service was superb and decor was spectacular!! Definitely a must if you are in ocean city even for a day!!

    (5)

  • Christina L.

    Was here on vacation and looking for some good seafood. Found this on Yelp and was really happy with the choice. While it's a small place we went on a weekday around noon and had no problem getting a seat. We got the grilled tuna pinches for an appetizer, we liked it a lot.I got the blackened fish tacos and my husband got the boom boom shrimp tacos. Both meals were delicious but liked the boom boom shrimp tacos better. They had a fresh salsa that really hit the spot. Our waiter was friendly and attentive without bugging us every 5 minutes. When I'm back in town I'll definitely stop by. This is a nice restaurant and the portions are fine. But, if you're really hungry you may want an appetizer.

    (5)

  • Josh G.

    You can steal their tea. This behavior encouraged. Eat the prime key lime. (I wrote this) I am hooked on Hooked. Prime key lime deliciousness. Going back for more. (my sister wrote this) Yep, I took the bait. Dogfish, Crab Cakes, Key Lime Pie And I stole no tea! (my brother-in-law wrote this)

    (5)

  • Jessie W.

    Great food, service and atmosphere. Can't ask for much more. They were patient with kids.

    (5)

  • Grace F.

    Honestly a FRESH find. Really Really Really the place to go when you're in OCEAN CITY, MD!!! No reservations but called in advance to ask a few questions and mentioned we needed a highchair and a group of adults -- and when we got there, they had a table all ready. One negative is that the upstairs isn't accessible for anyone with disabilities and no restroom upstairs -- but they would have given us a downstairs table if we needed. The hostess Amanda was pleasant and sweet -- got us a perfect table -- ample space for dining. Also gave the baby a children's menu as well as crayons for coloring (table is covered in paper so the kids will enjoy). Paula (our server) exceeded expectations. She was like your best friend -- like the owner -- like a manager -- like the most patient as well as informed person. Took her time to explain things. She really loves her job and it shows. We just can't stop raving about her. Very detailed and knowledgeable. I could go on-and-on about her. Superb. She gets 5stars for this restaurant. Now being a vegetarian, you'd think this seafood-friendly spot wouldn't work but the fact is, their slogan says it all. FRESH, HONEST, LOCAL. And they are able to work with all dietary restrictions. Just incredible ingredients made to order with love. We chanced upon going on a night they had a prix fixe deal - appetizer, entree, dessert for just $25. We were told the appetizer and the dessert are smaller than usual size but entree is regular size. Perfect way to sample their foods. They brought out complimentary focaccia bread (dipping sauce black pepper in olive oil). Fresh for sure. Appetizers we tried a variety of dishes -- everyone in our group was happy with their salads and appetizers. For the baby, they created a small pasta dish. Cute little orecchiette (pasta shaped like little hats) with fresh delicious sweet peas tossed in olive oil. A few pieces of the pasta were a bit overcooked (became dried out) but overall, great flavor and good for baby. For the vegetarian, a choice of three of the sides -- we got local brussel sprouts, fingerling potatoes, garlic spinach -- all delicious. Next time I'd only ask for low sodium (that's my preference but most people would love the exact preparation). And finally, dessert time. WOW WOW WOW. Options included key lime, apple bread pudding, Got the decadent chocolate ganache (also happens to be the gluten-free option). Being that we're just visiting in the off-season for a weekend holiday party, it was a really pleasant surprise!!! Thanks to the HOOKED owners and staff for a memorable and delicious dinner. And extra special appreciation to PAULA - really outstanding at making the dinner exceptional.

    (5)

  • Philip P.

    Service was great and the food was several notches above what we had elsewhere in OC. It's popular, so try an off time if you want to get in without a wait.

    (4)

  • Corey M.

    Flatbread appetizer was great! Salmon entree was very, very good. Cioppino (seafood medley) was a little bland, but the seafood itself was fresh and cooked perfectly. The restaurant itself was very nice. Service was prompt and friendly. I definitely recommend this restaurant.

    (4)

  • C M.

    Excellent service! Wonderful meal. The scallops are to DIE for. I recommend to every one going to OC. My favorite restaurant in OC.

    (5)

  • Stephanie L.

    Hooked. And we were. Their motto is fresh. honest. local. And they were, except they didn't advertise how busy they were. Sold out of one special entrée before we got there (at 8:30pm), And we sat at one of their bars (they have THREE!!) for about 45 minutes, and then they took up upstairs. the hostess station was a little...unclear about how to handle things. But all was alright, and here's why: Asparagus salad with egg, onions, pecorino, BACON, truffled aioli. Holy, eff yes. Looks a little jumbled, but delicious, fresh. Next was a different take on a caprese salad: Smaller balls of fresh mozzarella, a bit more arugula than I'm used to (but had grown to LOVE), fresh freshly cut tomatoes. I could tell this was cut and tossed moments before it was brought to me. My entrée was cioppino, and surprisingly light in both color, almost a bouillabaisse/cioppino mixture the shellfish, fin fish, and chorizo were warm and spicy, and though I may not order this again, (my dad likes it more than I do) it's because I prefer one seafood type for an complete entrée (not including sushi) Mr. V's entrée was crabcakes: He says the cakes were a little bland, But the sauce was amazing. Yes, with italics. And he was right - the sauce was to die for. this place was what I've come to expect out of restaurant and I was SO GLAD we went here for my birthday. It was memorable. And I would go back again, and again, and again. As long as they stay fresh, honest, local.

    (4)

  • Sonya A.

    Ordered the crab dip and shrimp tacos to go... Looks like a nice classy spot for a date night in the future... The shrimp tacos were different...pickled onions...? But oh so tasty, a little spicy but very flavorful. The crab dip was very good, fresh lumps of crab meat....just not my style....I'm old school.

    (4)

  • Nicholas B.

    I ate here during my vacation in Ocean City in Summer of 2013. Although Seafood is not my first choice of food, I decided to treat my friends to dinner here. The entire staff was very friendly and accommodating, and made us feel very welcome. The food was excellent, and we all would not hesitate to come back here again.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth N.

    How nice to have a place like this in Ocean City! Fresh ingredients. Very well prepared. Interesting menu that will please foodies and plain palates alike. More upscale - which is definitely NOT a bad thing. I love the other restaurants in this ownership group and was thrilled to see that the Ocean City variation was just as delicious as the rest.

    (5)

  • Lauren G.

    The quality to price ratio was perfect. In summary, the food was great and very reasonably priced. I would definitely recommend. The ambiance was nice (not amazing). Service was very good. I had scallops, and my husband had pig and oysters.... Both very good. Best place I've eaten in ocean city.

    (4)

  • Jamie L.

    My first ever 5 star review! We got to the restaurant at 7:45 and the friendly hostess told us there would be a 20 minute wait and handed us a pager. We sat at the inside downstairs bar where we ordered two cocktails, both were fairly intricate (required juicing and muddling). The bartender made them quickly and was very pleasant. My Mojito was incredible and my boyfriends Orange Crush was darn good also. Right as quoted we were paged for our table. We sat upstairs in a large cozy dining room. We started with the clams appetizer which arrived very quickly and piping hot. They were a great size and the flavor combination with roasted corn, tomatoes, and spicy sausage was perfect. My only complaint was that the bread served with it tasted stale not toasted. However, the regular bread served to every table was an unexpected treat. It was dense and soft served with a drizzle of XVOO and cracked pepper. Shortly after our appetizer dinner arrived I ordered the soft shell crabs (a special) that were buttermilk battered and flash fried. They were served on top of an arugula and cous cous salad with a drizzle of a lime cilantro pesto. Yumm! I thought it couldn't get better until I switched plates with my boyfriend and had the scallops (perfectly seared) over cheesy grits with roasted corn and braised bacon. My mouth is watering just remembering the meal. To conclude our server (Adam) recommended a few homemade deserts that were to die for. A REAL key lime pie (no artificial green food coloring) with a gram cracker crust that had the perfect balance of buttery and sweet. The second desert was a dark chocolate fudge with sea salt served with coffee ice cream and topped with hazelnuts. Honestly I couldn't decide which was better. Between the quality of the food (which I have failed to mention is a farm to table concept) and the warm attentive service this place is every bit worthy of 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Paul T.

    First off to walk in and expected to be seated and be told that we missed lunch and have to wait an hour for dinner when there are available tables everywhere and nobody else waiting ...made no sense to me (is business important to you?). I should have just given no business at all, but I still gave them a chance. Finally seated i ordered the calamari (which was amazing) and the crab dipped chips which was okay, nothing special....my wife was really disappointed people were getting serviced before us since we were waiting and said the service here was not at all great. Also the prices dont justify the service. if i comeback i will be back to take the calamari to go

    (2)

  • Warren M.

    Without doubt the best meal we've had in many months. Highly recommend the pear and fig salad. The roasted corn and jalapeno crab bisque was extraordinary. The flavor and consistency really hit the target. I consumed mine so fast I was pissed that it was gone. Highly recommend the seared scallops and strogonoff. Also very tasty and well prepared. We were indeed "Hooked"!

    (4)

  • Kristin S.

    One of my favorite restaurants at the beach! The service here is absolutely fantastic. Our waitress was so friendly and very helpful. One of the members of our family has many dietary restraints due to health reasons and the waitress was wonderful in informing us about the ingredients in certain food options and how things were cooked. She also said they could make adjustments to be certain the food would work for us. When she brought us our bread, she had even checked to make sure that the bread didn't have certain things in it that our family member could not have. The service continued to be amazing when the herb encrusted tuna I ordered was brought to me. As soon as the gentleman sat it down in front of me he asked "you ordered the tuna done medium, correct?". I said yes. He said I am very sorry, this is done more like medium-well so I have brought this to you now, but we are redoing another tuna for your downstairs so please enjoy this in the mean time, and we will have another one up to you very shortly. I couldn't believe how pro active he was and just such wonderful customer service! Both the more well done and medium done tuna were FANTASTIC! Some of the best I have ever had. I also ordered their sangria for the first time and it was so tasty! Fruity and delicious. As an appetizer, we split the caprese salad which was extremely fresh tasting. All of the portions - salad, entrees, appetizers, etc. - are sizable and well worth the money! I would recommend this place to everyone! Wonderful service, very delicious food and drinks, and such a wonderful ambience. The multiple bars, indoor and outdoor seating, and beautiful decor just add to all of the other wonderful aspects of this restaurant.

    (5)

  • JJ L.

    Went to Ocean City for vacation, and had lunch in this restaurant based on the great reviews here, was I disappointed.... Where to start. The service, very slow, looks only two wait staff total, waited more than 15 minutes for my drink, even the appetizers came out before my drink. I ordered an orange crush, was ok, not great, just average, the drinks didn't have price on the menu, so later when we got the check, we just found out that thing is $9. Anyway, we also ordered fried calamari, fried oysters, ahi tuna wrap and fish tacos based on the great reviews here. The fried calamari was pretty good, but the oysters taste like they weren't fried completely and I could taste the uncooked batter in my mouth, yikes! The fish tacos were tasteless, one tiny piece of fish in each taco. You get two tacos. I hope high hopes for the ahi tuna wrap, but again tiny piece of tuna underneath all that unnecessary veges, and tasteless wasabi sauce. If they had pair it with the sauce from the calamari it would have tasted better. Throughout the hour, there's this waiter who stops by every table and ask if they need refill to their drinks, but he never bother stopping by our table, not sure why.... Our drinks were empty when he purposely ignores us. I can tell some of the guests were regulars so they pay more attention to them I guess. Overall, the price was ok, food was average, the service was below average. And no view of the ocean or bay. Will never return to this restaurant again!

    (1)

  • Joel D.

    Great place to eat here in Ocean City. The calamari was AMAZING and our dinners were fantastic. To top it off, Paula our server was terrific, attentive, and too amazing care of us. Highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Elisa S.

    Found this place based on yelp reviews, thank god! We got there on a Saturday (just my husband & I) at around 6ish, and they seated us right away on the upstairs deck on the back. We got the orange crush drinks to start which were really good, the calamari (to die for), and for entrees I got the Tuna with wasabi beans (not hot one bit) sooooo good, and my husband got the Surf and Turf also verryyyy good. The potatoes and shrimp so yummy. We ended up splitting half and half because we loved it all equally. For desert I got the Chocolate chip cookie dough cheesecake ... Enough said. I was amazed at how fresh everything tasted and it's all made in house apparently , they even reserve a spot on their menu to thank the farms they receive from, very cool. We come to OCMD every year and this is hands down our new spot. Price wise, same price we paid every wise else except we walked away stuffed and not trying to find fast food. MUST TRY!

    (5)

  • Samuel B.

    We went in around 6 on a Friday and were sat right away. This is definitely one of the better places to eat in OC. Our entrees were fantastic, and the kids enjoyed their meals. Our only problem was the mussels appetizer was extremely gritty. The manager came out right away and said he would take it off the bill and even offered us something else, great customer service! I will definitely be back again.

    (5)

  • John C.

    Loved everything we tried. The calamari was perfectly tender. My fried oyster sandwich was fantastic. The cheese fries are absurd with the amount of thick bacon and melted cheese, and really great truffle flavor. The peach margarita and the orange crush cocktail are awesome, with fresh fruit and juice making up the bulk of it. Standard local microbrews are on tap and always good.

    (5)

  • Leah J.

    Seared tuna was the "best" my husband had ever had and I had the crab cakes that were delicious! The sauce was unbelievable and not overpowering . The strawberry mojito was great too and not too sweet!! :)

    (5)

  • Lisa N.

    The food was awesome. We ordered the calamari as an appetizer. The best we have ever had. My friend had the crab cakes. He raved about them. The spinach salad was delicious. The ambiance of the restaurant was perfect; laid back and comfortable. Our waitress was very helpful, considering they had just changed over to their fall menu. Looking for a great restaurant for dinner, you will be very pleased. Compliments to the chef. Yummy.

    (5)

  • Glenn P.

    Been to Hooked twice this week. Great menu, sea scallops, calamari and flatbread was amazing. Bartenders and waiters/waitresses are all professional. Great meal, great time!

    (5)

  • Corrine B.

    Food was decent but nothing to write home about. We sat at the outside bar for a while with no bartender; before realizing he was just sitting next to us at the bar watching football. We literally sat next to him for minutes and he didn't make any effort to welcome us or get up for that matter. 3 of us split apps and he didn't give us plates, silverware or napkins. We had to ask 3 separate times for plates, napkins, ect, instead of him giving up 3 of each from the start. Hope to go back again and not find the same bartender, he didn't do much for the experience.

    (2)

  • Tim P.

    My wife and I had lunch here. Quality and service was excellent. We split 2 appetizers, crab bisque and little neck clams. I had the burger and she had a salad with crab cake. Will definitely return, definitely nice to see a place with different menu options other than the usual wings and fried fish sandwiches.

    (5)

  • Mark L.

    I had a good experience with this restaurant. I went on the recommendation of a friend with no recommendation on what was good. I ordered the marinated skirt steak and was impressed at how tender and tasty it was, the accompanying asparagus was also delicious. I wasn't crazy about the potato salad that came along with my dish, but I'm also picky with my potato salad. I was able to taste the seared scallops and they are out of this world. The grits are fantastic! I would definitely eat at one of their other "hooked" restaurants!

    (5)

  • Andrew R.

    Wow, just wow. So fresh, so delicious. It is a must try next time you are in OC. I had the fresh fish and chips. It was so fresh I didn't even feel bad eating fried food. The orange crushes in Mason Jars were very good (strong, yet refreshing).

    (5)

  • Karen C.

    Went here on a vacation dinner with my husband. We got several rounds of appetizers as opposed to entrees - all of them were delicious, great flavor combos. Definitely get the mussels! Our drinks were good (although a bit pricey) and the service and wait staff were friendly and took great care of us. Only downside I really have is that it was a bit warm and muggy inside, they need to crank up the AC or install some ceiling fans just to avoid that, as we all know how humid MD can be!

    (4)

  • Tony H.

    Great place. Try the seafood club sandwich! Best with fried oysters. Calamari a must! Delish. Very clean. Friendly servers. Pesto fries were great! I'm hooked on hooked! Will go back for sure. Drinks are served in glass jars for that mayonnaise like feel.

    (4)

  • Crystal F.

    Everything was perfect. We went on a Thu night. Seated right away. Friendly host, bartender, and waitress. They have $2 fish or shrimp tacos on Thu. Hubby and I split one if each and split the basil scented seared tuna. Everything we ate was fantastic. Perfectly prepared and fresh, including the drinks from the bar. It was great way to start our long weekend vacay. We will definitely be back during our next visit to OC.

    (5)

  • Michelle C.

    We visited this place after seeing it on Yelp. And it definitely lived up to expectations. We often try to find a good place to eat in OC, this was by far the best food I've had in town. Scallops were to die for, other people in my party had the Tilapia and Surf and Turf. So good! Added shrimp skewers were delicious too. Not one complaint, highly recommended, I'd eat here every night. They had a kids menu, and very friendly service.

    (5)

  • Heather R.

    My husband and I stopped into Hooked last night for a late dinner. Overall, we had a nice time and enjoyed the food. I am glad to see an upscale dining restaurant that is serving responsibly sourced food in OC. That being said, I was not overwhelmed by their food. I'm probably spoiled by the DC dining scene and the abundance of excellent restaurants. I would definitely say Hooked is good, but wouldn't call them great. However, given that they're in OC, they're pretty good given the lack of other upscale dining options. In DC, I'd probably only have given them 2 stars. But, this place is definitely a step above most OC restaurants. We arrived at 8:30 on a Saturday night, hoping to miss the crowds (Hooked doesn't take reservations... bummer.) We were told by a very friendly hostess that we had three two person tables ahead of us in the list, and our wait would be about 30 minutes. Almost to the dot, our pager buzzed 30 minutes later. I love restaurants that don't BS you with inaccurately short waiting times, so a big bonus there. We were seated upstairs. I was a little bummed about this because I am very visibly pregnant, and there is no bathroom upstairs. I had to go up and down the stairs twice while we had our meal. Not a huge deal to most, but when your balance is all off because of a huge bump, waddling up and down stairs is no fun. The upstairs is decorated very nicely - beautiful canvases of ocean photography, and a homey, rustic, almost picnic basket like decor. I love restaurants that are more minimal/farmhouse style in their decor, so I found the room very relaxing and well decorated. Our waitress, whose name I cannot remember, greeted us almost immediately and was extremely friendly and sweet. She told us about the specials, took our drink order, and answered questions about the menu that we had. I was glad to see really friendly service, we've definitely been to a few restaurants down here where the service is abrupt and dismissive, especially on crowded nights. One thing I will note about Hooked was that the dining room (at least upstairs) was very loud. We were seated near two very large parties who were being so loud that, at times, I couldn't hear what my husband was saying. Also, there was a younger guy bussing tables that was banging glasses around near the bar very loudly. At one time he kicked (intentionally, which was weird), a carton full of used plates and cups that were getting ready to go on the lift down to the kitchen. It made a really loud noise. He apologized and looked surprised at how loud the noise had been, which was nice, but I would think he would know to be a little more professional. Also, it would be really nice if they figured out a way to separate their large tables from their small tables. I understand lots of people come to OC in groups and want to have a fun dinner. But my husband and I would also like to hear each other speak when we're out at dinner, and there should be a way to accommodate both types of diners. So onto the food. We both got crab cakes because we both love them so much. I know... lame for going out to dinner and getting the same thing. There were a lot of positives to the crab cakes. They were large (neither of us were able to finish ours), and had a beautiful golden crisp on the outside. I loved the pea tendril and corn salad on top, it was so fresh and light. I do wish there had been a little more corn, though, and that it had maybe been on the side instead of on top of the crab cakes - it just made eating it messier. On the side with a little olive oil and lime or lemon juice on it would have been just delicious. The remoulade underneath the crab cakes was delicious - a little spicy and perfect to go with the crab. We both thought the asparagus was severely overcooked. It didn't have any bite left in it and was very limp. The crab cakes were OK, but had too much filler. I will say, they're some of the better crab cakes I've had in OC, but definitely not on my list of top 5 crab cakes I've ever eaten. So, overall, good, and I would be happy to have them again, but they're not something that I'll come to OC every year saying I have to have. I would have preferred ones that were slightly smaller with more lump meat and less filler - and would happily have paid a few dollars more for that. Also, their cocktail list looked delicious, as did their appetizers. I just can't eat big meals now being pregnant, so we didn't get anything other than an entree. But, they had a melon salad and a crab soup that both sounded delicious. And I would definitely come back next summer to have some cocktails - they looked fantastic!

    (3)

  • Ashley W.

    After reading all the reviews, my mom and I decided to try it while visiting OCMD for a girls weekend ! Let me just say....AMAZING. We had the crab dip which had huge clumps of crab, the seared scallops which was by far the best scallop entree I've ever had and my mom had the surf and turf which she said was incredible. If you're looking for a place that buys local and has an awesome atmosphere/service then you MUST check out Hooked!

    (5)

  • John B.

    Great food great service. Ample bar space. The half chicken is great, the pork is great, and all the seafood is worth the trip to this great restaurant

    (5)

  • Nicole M.

    This meal was unbelievable! It was so good it makes me want to use descriptions that I hate. "TO DIE FOR!!!" and "PHENOMENAL!!!" come to mind. Service was incredible. I don't care that they were dressed casually. Our server was top notch and his outfit didn't change how freaking delicious the food was. Sangria and the bees knees were great cocktails. Fried oysters were amazing. GO HERE! This is my third OCMD vacation and by far the best meal I've had!

    (5)

  • Sara W.

    Wow they how to put a delicious meal right in front of me! I'm going back for the exceptional taste this place brings to the table! Thank you HOOKED!!!!

    (4)

  • Danielle D.

    Incredible calamari and I loved the asparagus salad. My sister had the half chicken with corn and kale chips, my mom enjoyed the surf and turf option which had a unique take on the green bean almandine. All ingredients were exceptionally fresh and the portions were satisfying. Our waiter was extremely attentive and personable. Try the peach margaritas!

    (5)

  • E M.

    This place was amazing! Wanted to try someplace new on vacation & found Hooked via Yelp app. Staff were nice, wait for food was reasonable, and soo worth it. Shared some apps for lunch- calamari was the freshest I've ever had, fish tacos were great, and crab dip was so tasty! Definitely recommend, and I plan on going back again soon!

    (5)

  • Wendy X.

    We stopped by for a late Sunday lunch. Took a while to get us seated, despite the restaurant being mostly empty. We shared a strawberry mojito (10$, not super strong, refreshing) and a corn & crab bisque (6$) which contained threads of lump crab meat. Very rich; could've used a decent helping of freshly ground pepper, but enjoyable. I had the corn and crab flatbread with white truffle oil (10$). The white truffle was definitely detectable, and added a touch of indulgence to the otherwise simple dish. My boyfriend ordered the seafood club (10$), in which the standard chicken filling is replaced with a crab cake and a generous portion of shrimp. The sandwich came with a side of pesto fries. Could've used a touch more salt in the sandwich filling. For dessert, we split a coconut custard oatmeal pie (7$) over two reasonably priced cups of coffee (2$). The waitress was friendly and food came out at a comfortable pace. Overall, a very pleasant meal for a very reasonable price.

    (4)

  • Jenny A.

    I came here for a late lunch during a mini vacation to Ocean City this last summer. Of all the restaurants we visited, this is the only one worth mentioning. Deliciously fresh food and mix drinks.

    (5)

  • Jeff G.

    Outstanding food and great service. Fresh and creative menu. Much more thoughtful than normal beach food. We had lunch here and even the kids loved it.

    (5)

  • Dawn R.

    The staff was friendly and the service was good. They need to add blinds or something to the front windows because if you are sitting at a table facing them you are blinded by the sun. My daughter ordered a petite filet off the kids menu. It was perfectly prepared and we were glad to see she had a choice of watermelon as her side instead of French fries all the time. I order the wings for an appetizer and they were chewy. They looked done but still had a rubbery quality to them. The flavor in them was good. My New York strip was tough. I know I got beef at a seafood place but not everyone eats seafood. If they can have a fillet on the kids menu, why not on the adult menu? My husband liked his sword fish and side of corn.

    (3)

  • Bob B.

    We were ready for a seafood dinner so we decided to try Hooked because of the good things we had read about it. We were pleasantly greeted and told it would be about a 10 to 15 minute wait. We had a drink at the outside bar. We then went inside up the stairs and had dinner out on the outside balcony. Tim, our waiter, did a great job describing the appetizers and the entrees. We ordered both the crab dip and the calamari as appetizers. Both were delicious. Cindy ordered the crab cakes and I had the scallops . again both were delicious. We finished the night sharing a piece of key lime pie. The pie was light and smooth and we really enjoyed our entire meal. Tim and the rest of the servers did a great job.

    (5)

  • Sherwood L.

    Could be the best restaurant in OC. Food was fantastic, service great, and I had a Sazarac that was awesome! A must try when in OC.

    (5)

  • Josie D.

    This place was great! The atmosphere was wonderful. There are three bars in the restaurant and the bartenders were awesome. The food was also amazing. I had the jumbo shrimp and grits and the corn and bisque. The shrimp and grits were made with artichokes and were excellent! But the bisque was even better!! Our waiter could have been a littler friendlier, but overall this place was great and I'd visit again!

    (4)

  • Mitasha P.

    The "Fried Calamari" (Appetizer) is a must try. Its crispy batter goes nicely with the rich creaminess of the spicy mayo coating. The "Jerk Chicken" was well seasoned, but a bit dry. The "Ciopanni" was a bit overrated. For $25, you get a nice savory soup like broth with chorizo, few clams, mussels, scallops, and fish (was not sure what type). I only wish there was more seafood within the broth. For dessert, I had the Oatmeal Coconut Pie which was a nice balance of sweetness from the coconut and a slight earthiness from the cinnamon and oatmeal. Although the service was very slow, the waiter was very nice and knowledgeable about the menu. Overall, this restaurant really stands apart from the others within Ocean City especially if you are craving something other than seafood.

    (4)

  • Lara R.

    Best restaurant I've been to in Ocean City. I'm not above making a small-plate-style dinner out of various boardwalk junk food, but Hooked leaves all that behind. Thoughtful decor, locally sourced food, prepared with care. We enjoyed the crab dip and i loved the cioppino. Definitely check this place out if you're in the area!

    (5)

  • Nancy A.

    We live in Millsboro so for us to drive to Ocean City for Dinner is an all day outing but for food like this I will go anytime this was not only a Wonderful meal but a real treat for locals how surprising to find a BEACH restaurant that specializes in LOCAL foods. Everything was spot on from the great bread to the main courses All plates went back to the Kitchen clean. :-) My husband and I decided we had to share a Dessert of Blueberry Peach Cobbler especially when we found out both the Blueberries and the Peaches came from Bennett Orchards (family friends) ..We will not only be back to this location we will be visiting the two other Restaurants owned by this talented team.

    (5)

  • Jolie W.

    Awesomely good. The orange crushes are excellent and big! Loved the flatbread pizza with bacon and crab--so good! We had the scallops and grits and the cioppino -both we're very tasty and large entrees. Worth the trip from BB! Loved the decor and hip atmosphere!

    (5)

  • What Happens in Vegas S.

    This is by far the best restaurant in OCMD. You won't find better food or a nicer setting. Atmosphere is classy and modern but very relaxed and low key. Ingredients are fresh and local. Have eaten here many times for lunch and dinner and have always had outstanding food and service. Best orange crush on the beach. Great little outdoor bar. Kid friendly too - good food choices for little ones, crayons and paper, fast food service, etc. Very reasonably priced for the quality.

    (5)

  • Carli O.

    Loved it! My husband had the soft-shell crab special and I had the ancho chicken. Both were delicious as well as the pesto fries. Craft beer and orange crush were also perfect. The waiter knew the menu well and was able to tell me what was gluten free or what could be made so. Wish we were here longer to go again.

    (5)

  • Flora W.

    This cute little find was impressive. The food was great and the service was even more amazing. I had the shrimp roll with pesto fries. My friend had the crab cakes w/ truffle bacon fries. Both entrees were delicious! I would def come back next time in OC.

    (4)

  • Allen G.

    Hooked has some of the freshest seafood in OC! The calamari was the best I've ever had hands down. My wife says next time we have to order 3 orders of the stuff one was not enough. The crab cakes are incredible. Even my sons kids meal chicken fingers were real chicken not the other crap those all u can eat places are passing off. We will be back keep it up peeps see u next year.

    (5)

  • Steven B.

    We stopped in for lunch in late December and found a limited off-season menu. They promote their menu as Fresh and Local, but having a food procurement background I have to challenge their marketing strategy. I had the Shrimp Tacos which were served Ala carte in a salad bowl in the traditional Maryland style of no garnish. I received two Tacos with three small shrimp in each Taco for $9.00. Along with the cabbage and Pico they were topped with a lot of pickled red onions which weren't drained properly and it was very messy. I ordered one of their draft craft beers and it was out of stock. The service was acceptable, but there are so many better restaurants in Ocean City offering a better experience.

    (2)

  • William S.

    Hooked is my family's new favorite restaurant. Too bad we live 4 hours away. We happened to find it while on a mini-vacation. I was amazed that they served fiddle head ferns. I haven't had those in years. Steak, tuna, salmon and scallops were all fresh and perfectly cooked. Small but excellent beer selection. They ran out of their paella special and apologized profusely. The Host checked out table a few times. It is nice when a restaurant appreciates it's customers.

    (5)

  • Todd V.

    Thankfully, La Hacienda has gone away. In its place is a fantastic local seafood restaurant. The food was excellent, nice wine list and great drinks. The decor has had a major overhaul and actually looks fresh, inviting and CLEAN. Definitely the best transformation I've seen in OC for years. Give them your business!!! But not too much, I dont want to wait in line all the time :)

    (4)

  • Patricia M.

    YUM! From start to finish! Started with the calamari and beet salad. Husband had a blue berry martini, he said it was fabulous. Ok maybe he didn't say fabulous, but that is what I chose to hear. I had the market drink. It was watermelon and lemonade. It was very good, light and refreshing. Husband had the crab cake a and I had the tuna. My mouth is still watering. I heard the deserts and so wish I would have gotten something but already had to be rolled out so I passed. Our waitress said Thursdays are taco and burger night. Already made a mental note. The menu changes from season to season.

    (5)

  • Kristen F.

    Well worth the wait. My mother has been raving about this place, so when I went home to visit, I realized it was all she described it to be. No reservations, so if you go at peak dinner time during the tourist season, expect to wait about 45 minutes. It is worth the wait, but with the outside bar, you hardly feel like you are just loitering. I recommend the calamari, fried oysters, crab flatbread, and anything else on the menu. We were all stealing from each others plates. It is great to have a restaurant that doesn't just serve the usual frozen Sysco fare like most of the places in OC. The orange crush is probably one of the best that I have ever had because they use the blood orange Pellegrino instead of lemon lime soda. Go get hooked!

    (5)

  • Pamela S.

    Halibut and Scallop dinners were fabulous as was the calimari. The service was first class. The orange crush and lemonade mixed drinks were overpriced. There was a 30 minute wait for a table for two but it was the Friday following July 4th. Definitely worth a return trip.

    (4)

  • Jen S.

    Hooked is amazing! I was traveling alone on business and sat at the upstairs bar. The bartender was very knowledgeable about the menu, and it was the first night of their new fall menu. I had the pear, endive salad followed by the tuna entree, with brussels sprouts, puréed cauliflower and candied bacon. Both were wonderful! I only wish I had room for dessert. The atmosphere was very inviting and fun. If I weren't leaving town tomorrow, I'd have dinner here again!

    (5)

  • Joana S.

    One of the best meals I've ever had. This is a must try if you're in ocean city. We had a phenomenal meal and are considering going back to ocean city just to eat here again. Start to finish was delicious. You will not be disappointed.

    (5)

  • F G.

    Excellence!! Good food, great service, clean, local, yummmm...

    (5)

  • Lauren S.

    Loved our dinner here! a group of 8 of us went- shared a few apps to start. the calamari and flatbread were just perfect. the crab dip was also outstanding and full of real crab not just cream cheese. for dinner a few of us ordered the scallops which were fantastic. I had the veggie dish which consisted of any three "set ups" from the menu. all were very creative and good. for dessert- the oatmeal pie is a must. I wish I ordered another to take home for breakfast the next morning. service was also wonderful. I can't wait to return.

    (5)

  • Emily B.

    Went there today for lunch. The Food was good but the service sucked. At first we we thought they were closed, they didn't have there open flag out and there was no one in the restaurant kind of unusual for muscle car week. We had the calamari which was awesome and the crab dip was really good too!! The crab dip had a lot of crab, but we didn't like that we had to use kettle chips to dip it in. We both had the tuna wrap, which was good, but we're disappointed to find it was served like a tostada and very difficult to eat. I was told to wrap it in the lettuce, that it was served on. It would have been better to have it in a tortilla wrap. The service wasn't very good either, it took forever to take our order and we were the only ones in the restaurant! It took at least 15mn. for her to come back and take our order. I was ready to walk out. Then when we payed for our lunch she came back with a ten dollar bill instead of a 5 and 5 singles. No way in hell was I going to give her a 25% tip. When she did that I didn't want to give her any. I had to go to the bar to get change.

    (3)

  • Kelly A.

    We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience here. Staff was friendly and helpful. Food prep and presentation were excellent. And, the ambience, although a little loud, was delightful. Overall, an outstanding restaurant.

    (5)

  • Rhonda C.

    Wonderful food and excellent service too! I had the beet salad and the seared scallops for my entree. This is a must try if you're in Ocean City!

    (5)

  • Hollis B.

    Hooked is a gem. Not to be confused with a Rehobeth joint, this is the latest venture from the folks who brought Just Hooked to Fenwick. A caprese salad with a twist - grilled asparagus, basil, arugula. The scallops were incredible and truly cooked to perfection. Service was impeccable. If you are a true foodie with a zest for fresh, local, lovingly prepared and served food, this is the place.

    (5)

  • chris h.

    Went for lunch and the food was awesome. I had the shrimp tacos and they were out of this world the sauce on there had just a slight kick and the breaking was so light and crunchy on my shrimp. You get 2 nice tacos with pico sauce on it. The atmosphere is relaxing and the waitress we had was awesome.

    (4)

  • Nick P.

    By far the best meal we had in Ocean City! The crab dip was intense and the calamari was very good. We tried their melon salad and it was a refreshing counter balance to the salty appetizers. The soft shell crabs were perfectly done and the crab cakes exploded with flavor. Service was very good. Skip the desserts.

    (5)

  • Theresa C.

    Not that they need another rave review but yum! I lucked out and strolled in on ladies night to find all food for ladies at half price. Had a delectable fish entree beautifully presentedd for $12! And the service was exceptional. My only comment would be although the fish was hot, the rice it sat on was not. But it wasn't worth sending back. it was still excellent.

    (4)

  • Emanuel D.

    My wife and I came to celebrate our anniversary, and read some good reviews of Hooked. The service and food were both amazing. The Scallops with bacon grits were a true marvel and worth the price. The Mahi was tasty and very well made, but if I went back I would just order more scallops instead. The calamari was too breaded for our taste, but the sauce was delicious. Overall I give Hooked high marks and would easily recommend it.

    (4)

  • Karen O.

    I went to Hooked with a group of friends and everyone walked away saying it was either the best seafood they'd had in ages, or that it was definitely the best restaurant in Ocean City. We split appetizers (crab & corn flatbread was amazing!) and everyone ordered different entrees (scallops, mahi mahi, salmon, crab cakes) and everyone was thrilled with their orders. The only drawback was the hour wait. However, they have a cute outdoor bar that (almost) makes you forget you're in Ocean City.

    (5)

  • Jeremy B.

    Looking for a new place to take the family for dinner, I stumbled upon Hooked on Yelp. Located just a couple blocks from where we were staying and with so many great reviews I figured it couldn't miss. The atmosphere and service were top notch. At 7:00 on a Friday night they were able to seat 6 of us in under 30 minutes - couldn't ask for any better than that at the beach. The food however was just ok. The appetizers (crab dip and calamari) were delicious and without a doubt the best thing we had. The entrees weren't quite as good. Between all 6 of us, nobody had anything that was really great. A couple of them were decent, while a couple weren't very good. As a table we rated the food as a C+/B. Overall the experience was pleasant and we will probably be back because of the convenience and atmosphere, but I expected more from the food.

    (3)

  • Sandra S.

    We decided to give this restaurant a try after reading all of the reviews on Yelp. We arrived around 5:30 for dinner. We were seated immediately. The waiter greeted us and brought our drinks. We ordered our meals. My husband ordered the salmon, our 9 yr old ordered the Mahi Mahi and I ordered the roasted chicken but we started with calamari. Calamari is one of those dishes that has to be done right or it tastes like crap. This calamari was superb!!! I have only had really good calamari one other time in my life and this was better than any other calamari I have ever eaten! Our meals were served very quickly and we were not disappointed. All of them were fantastic! The ambiance is nice, service stellar and the food is just superb. I am so glad I chose this place based on previous Yelp reviews. You will love it!!!!

    (5)

  • Andrea R.

    The owner, Steve and his staff have created quite a gem on 81st Street! Our meal was one of the best we have ever had. Everything was fresh and prepared perfectly. Our waitress, Corey did a wonderful job suggesting different dishes and unique cocktails. We will continue to go back to Hooked to enjoy the wonderful atmosphere and amazing food! Well done Hooked!

    (5)

  • Jim M.

    Amazing experience. Drinks were truly unique. We had the blackberry special, tried the orange crush and hooked lemonade as well. All very fresh and flavorful. Amazing variety of food. Tuna with kimchi was extremely unique. Wait staff very professional. One of the best dining experiences I have ever had!

    (5)

  • David D.

    My wife and I had an amazing dinner here last night. The food was excellent, even though the fish tacos were not on the main menu, the staff still allowed us to order them in the main restaurant which was a nice touch. They have a nice kids menu and my daughter got a kick out of drawing on the paper tablecloth, and supplied crayons for the little ones. The wait staff was nice and the food was delivered quickly. They have a nice outside bar area, and a nice selection of craft beers. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a good seafood place!

    (5)

  • Marian F.

    We went here for lunch few days ago. Appetizers, sandwiches, drinks, service, everything was five stars, way above expectations. Try their calamari !

    (5)

  • Alyssa W.

    Came here on vacation with my family, and the best meal I had by far. The atmosphere was very crowded and the table near our booth was very loud, but the service we received made up for it. Our sever was very friendly, told us about the history of the place, and knew the menu well. We ordered the calamari for an appetizer which was amazing, full of flavor and had a great spice to it. For my entree, I order the cioppino. This dish contained a mix of mussles, scallops, clams, fin fish, and shrimp in a white wine tomato broth. It was perfect. I would go back and order this again.

    (5)

  • Martin N.

    I give this restaurant 4 to 5 stars on the food, 3 stars on the service. The service: There was a wait to get seated. This wait was made longer as they lost our reservation. The service at the table was also less than stellar. They served the parent main course before the kids meals... The food was nice: - entree of seared tuna, well done although the sauce was too present. - we liked the fried oysters - the fried shelless crab was well accompanied with a nice balsamic salad.

    (4)

  • Nicky O.

    Found this place due to Yelp. Fish tacos are the best I've ever had! Can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • Francesca G.

    Food was so delicious! Crab corn chowder was incredible and you must order the peach margarita

    (4)

  • Seb G.

    The food was creative and excellently prepared and presented. Friendly and engaging staff who know the menu and can offer suggestions without pushing. Nice outside bar. It can accommodate both intimate dinners and families. Reasonably prices. Friendly general manager Ed. Great key lime pie. We will be back.

    (5)

  • Shelley J.

    This place is very good. I had some really amazing peach margaritas (they use real juices here! no fake mix crap). I also had the cherry soda alcohol drink and that was kind of disgusting. It tasted like straight cough syrup and I'm not sure why anyone would want to order that. We had the crab dip which could have used more cheese or any cheese. We also had the shrimp tacos which were very good (nice and vinegary). The pesto fries weren't super crispy but they were very tasty. Pesto on fries works! The bar chairs could be more comfortable.They are like tiny little size 0 skinny girl chairs.

    (4)

  • Leigh C.

    Delicious. Everything was wondeful. The scallops were excellent as was the dessert. We had the oatmeal pie and chocolate terrine. Fresh local food.

    (5)

  • J W.

    From appetizer to dessert, the food was great. Very fresh, great flavor. Service was very nice. Somewhat packed, but not too loud. Good for a nice night out. We will be back.

    (5)

  • Dan T.

    Absolutely Awesome! I visited Ocean City at the end of June and was looking forward to local restaurants and fresh food. I found out quickly maybe I was asking for to much.... I found Hooked on yelp and it may have been my best score from yelp to this date. From start to finish the food was outstanding. To say the staff was knowledgable about the menu would be an understatement. The menu was creative and represented the area. Join that with a rockin' drink menu and you will be in for an outstanding experience. Every dollar was worth it on this visit. Thanks Hooked!

    (5)

  • Teresa M.

    My boyfriend and I decided to check this place out based on a recommendation from one of his friends who lives nearby. We arrived around 6pm and were seated immediately. Our table was located inside, downstairs. We were greeted promptly by our waiter and given two pieces of fresh, tasty, focaccia bread with olive oil for dipping. We ordered drinks and they were delivered quickly so we could enjoy as we perused the menu. For our appetizers, we ordered a cup of the crab/corn/jalapeño soup which was out of this world! Following our soup, we enjoyed the hooked crab dip. This dip was amazing-so tasty with crab, bacon and gruyere cheese all melted together and served with home made old bay chips. I highly recommend both of these apps! My boyfriend ordered the steak for his entree. It was cooked perfectly to his liking and the entire dish was very flavorful. I ordered the pan seared chicken. You can definitely tell this place is all about fresh, quality ingredients as the taste was incredible! The chicken was cooked to perfection, nice and moist with a perfectly paired sauce and veggies. For dessert we went with the suggestion of our waiter and ordered a piece of the coconut cream pie to share. A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!! Definitely try if you have room. As we were leaving, we walked past the owner who was very friendly and thanked us for stopping in. This is a place definitely worth recommending and quite worthy of 5 stars. Can't wait to visit again!

    (5)

  • Eric H.

    O.M.G. - this was a fantastic meal !! Six of us, including a tweener, teenager, and adults, were swooning over how yummy our appetizers, drinks, and entrées were. Everything was delicious, and our waitress Brooke was awesome. We were all beat after a long hot day at the beach and were a little cranky, but Brooke took great care of us, was polite, funny, and professional all wrapped into one. We can't wait to try the other Hooked restaurants in the area.

    (5)

  • Beth C.

    Had dinner here last evening. Joseph quickly informed us that it was ladies night, which meant all of my food was 1/2 priced - nice surprise! Better surprise was the food. We had the clam appetizer, excellent; I had the beet salad, my husband had the Caesar salad, both tasty. I had the grilled swordfish which was served on a chick pea chili (my description, not theirs) with andouille, very yummy! The birthday boy had scallops served on beef stroganoff, a unique - and according to him- delicious combination. The portions are generous (lunch was a repeat of dinner), Joseph's service impeccable. Eating out with food allergies is never easy, Joseph went above and beyond. We'll be back (probably Thursday for fish taco night) before we head home.

    (5)

  • Kevin J.

    Had a fantastic dinner there last night, 6/10/13. Started out with a bottle of wine, and the calamari for an app. Then I had the salmon with zucchini, squash, and arugula. Service was on point, and food was great, definitely will be back. Also a plus that it's right across the street from where I live.

    (5)

  • Dana A.

    We decided on hooked after researching reviews on yelp... We didn't want a typical ocean city restaurant that all the tourist go to. I am so glad we picked this restaurant. Our group shared the crab dip and calamari. I have had calamari from countless restaurants and must say this is definitely in the top two. The scallop entree was the best off all our entrees... We tried the tuna, and surf and turf as well. The orange crush was nothing impressive however, and the hooked lemonade was way too sour. The pomegranate margarita was good though. $10 a drink is a little pricey for the drinks. Our waitress was very attentive and pleasant. The bartender outside on the other hand was rude and seemed overwhelmed by the customers. Our table was outside upstairs which was a bit windy but quit and private compared to the inside seating. Inside seemed very loud when we walked to our table, so outside seating is recommended if it isn't to hot and humid outside. Overall we enjoyed the experience and food. Get the calamari appetizer and scallop entree. You won't regret it!

    (5)

  • Eileen A.

    I have just eaten the best meal I've ever had in all my visits to Ocean City. Everything was DELICIOUS! Service was friendly, fast and well timed. We had the lobster chorizo queso, the caesar salad, the blackened fish tacos and the shortrib stroganoff (major comfort food!!!!). Great value. The prices were great for what we got. We will be returning.

    (5)

  • SD C.

    Five star lunch at Hooked last Sunday. The fried oysters were the best I ever ate. Caramelized pear and fig salad was excellent. Bacon gruyere mornay topped french fries were a real treat. But best of all was the surf and turf sandwich with melt in your mouth shortribs and lobster macaroni & cheese. Oh, and I can't forget the key lime pie. Can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • John A.

    Truly world class food and service to match. Best bread pudding I have ever had!! Paula was our waitress and she was so good I had to ask if she had ownership the the restaurant. To my surprise she didn't. Because we had never been there before I listened to people around me to see what they thought of the food. It almost seemed like a set up. Everyone was raving. Oh and they make their own bread. Everything was spectacular!!

    (5)

  • Nancy B.

    Fabulous dinner! Kudos to all involved. The service was spectacular, the food even beter than we anticipated. We are big fans of Just Hooked in Fenwick and thought we'd try the new place. It exceeded our expectations. Lots of seating, 3 bars (1 a tiki bar) and best of all, delicious food.Our salmon and tuna dishes were so fresh and perfectly prepared. Don't miss the desserts-key lime pie is always a favorite and their coconut custard is not to be missed. Enjoy the infused vodka drinks too-best Orange Crush I've had (could it be the ginger/orange infused vodka?)

    (5)

  • C A.

    Amazing food, I had sesame crusted tuna, others had crab cakes, terrific!! I might also add that the Bloody Mary (alright, 2, lol) I had was the best I ever had. YUMM!!

    (5)

  • MA S.

    Absolutely great meal! Ocean City has finally gone upscale. Pear and fig salad, shrimp and grits entree, Sauvignon Blanc ...tres bien, Hooked!

    (5)

  • C E.

    Just came back from Hooked, and had the most amazing dinner. Beyond the food, a restaurant is always better when the service is great, and service is great when your server is not only attentive and knowledgeable about the menu but Joseph took it one step further he was willing to take the time to describe the choices on the menu and cared about our likes and dislikes which resulted in a 5 star meal. His recommendations were right on. Based on his descriptions and recommendations we had the Calamari appetizer (amazing), I had the Caesar salad now I know a Caesar salad is a staple at every restaurant but this one was dressed perfect and the anchovies were fresh (not the slimy canned ones usually served or the paste used at so many restaurants). My wife had the arugula and melon salad. Even with the salads, Hooked thinks out of the box, this was not only good but refreshing. Then to the Entrees, I had the roasted Salmon cooked to perfection with zucchini, squash garnished with fresh bacon my mouth waters just thinking about it, my wife had the Crab Cakes, asparagus, corn and a sauce that was out of this world. The rest of OC has something to learn from Hooked when It comes to making crab cakes. Along with our Orange Crush drink (fresh fruit and delicious an amazing drink that accompanied our meal perfectly)Joseph made sure we were never lacking for water and when I ordered a diet coke he was refilling it before I even had a chance to ask. 5 Star service! Compliments to the chef and thank you Joseph for taking the time to make this a perfect anniversary meal we will remember for a long time. Next time we are in OC you can be sure we will be eating at Hooked!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! .

    (5)

  • Brian P.

    Wow! Went there for lunch. We've been to Just Hooked several times up in Fenwick and wanted to try their new place. Actually very, very similar menu. Hardly anyone there during lunch but I've heard dinner is packed. Service very friendly and casual. Room tastefully remodeled from La Hacienda days (although, where they put the high chairs was a bit of an eyesore). Had tuna with zucchina and squash ribbons - really cool and light dish, it hit the spot for lunch. My partner had the fried oyster sandwich - another hit for him. We want to go back again for dinner during off season. I just love these new restaurants in O.C.!

    (5)

  • Kelly M.

    Literally the BEST seafood meal I've ever had (and I'm from New England!) We came here for our 1st wedding anniversary and the steak my husband got was out of this world. I got the Cioppinio seafood stew and I couldn't get enough. It seems pricey but you get what you pay for and it's all locally sourced. DEFINITELY do not overlook this place!!!!

    (5)

  • Jennifer A.

    Very friendly staff. Good selection of seafood. I thought the cioppino was a little bland but my husband love his mahi.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth A.

    One of my new favorite places in OCMD! Everything is fresh and I think anything on the menu is a good choice. Their orange crush and caprese salad are top notch.

    (5)

  • Bill W.

    Great new spot for dinner. Great service, fresh, well-prepared food, nice atmosphere. Nice addition to the dining choices in OC.

    (4)

  • Scott B.

    We ate here once, my wife had the crab cakes and loved them. I had the Cioppino, this is a variety of sea food in a thin lovely white wine and tomato sauce, it was great! Everything was fresh and the homemade bred is unique and delicious Try this place you will be hooked.

    (4)

  • Alicia V.

    Came here for lunch with family. Ordered calamari which was very tasty, but a lot of batter; sangria, excellent; sazerac, best ever; even better than in New Orleans; crab dip, good, but chips with it were homemade and incredible; tuna, very tasty and tender; corn and crab flatbread, mixed reviews...3 family members said it was bland...I thoroughly enjoyed. Waiter, Joseph, was excellent. Impressed with freshness of everything. Was told the calamari was never frozen and seafood extremely fresh. Interesting and very different menu. They do have kids menus with the usual, but sadly they were out of the Mac and cheese.

    (4)

  • Jennifer O.

    The experience here at Hooked was excellent!!! Our server, Cori was wonderful! Very friendly and helpful! She also was very knowledgeable about the food preparation. My family and I all enjoyed our food. We started with crab dip - delicious! I had the scallops, my husband had the ahi tuna, my older son had the ny strip steak and the younger one had the chicken fingers. Ending with key lime pie for dessert. All of the food and service was excellent! If you are looking for a really nice dinner but still kid friendly then this is your place. It is good for kids but still a fine dining experience here in Ocean City. We will definitely be back when we visit here again.

    (5)

  • Ellen P.

    I cannot say enough about this wonderful restaurant. We went back twice during our four day vacation. We probably would have gone all four days but we thought we should try somewhere else! If you enjoy a perfectly cooked scallop, rockfish or fluke this is where you should go. We had all three items and loved them. Their Caprese salad isn't your typical Caprese salad it was beyond amazing. You have the option of putting your protein on top of a salad which I did with the scallops and Caprese salad. What a combination. Amazing. Drinks were awesome and our waitress, Paula was one of the best in the business. If you are looking for local fish cooked to perfection with healthy and delightfully prepared sides this is a must for restaurant dining in north Ocean City!

    (5)

  • Victor D.

    Went there during memorial day weekend, they had just opened and the service was terrible. The manager explained that he was fresh out of training but it doesn't excuse this kind of service. The food was ok though, nothing exceptional but not being from the area I can't really compare. Overall an ok meal but a poor experience on site, get it delivered and it should be fine.

    (1)

  • Vinnie M.

    Ok, so this dinner started out not so hot as we waited forever for a table, and once we got a table we waited forever to order, and we had kids with us! So by the time the food came it was already past the kids good behavior time. The food however was outrageous. The apps we got included the Fried Callamari, the Buratta, and some clam soup. All were great, but the Calamari stood out. The Buratta was like a meal itself. For main courses we had the scallops, which were the best my wife ever tasted, the New York Strip, which was delish, the Crab Cakes which were awesome, and the kids meals were very tasty as well. We also had an all veggie platter which was a bit spicy, but so yum! For sides the grits and corn stood out as favs. The kids meals were nice portions. Kraft Mac and cheese....typical, and the kids fish was yummy. As for the early service, I honestly believe we caught them at an odd time as they had a table sitting after they finished for over 30 min, and the rest was just coincidence. Once the early drama calmed it was smooth sailing. If this is not the best food in OC MD then I would like to know what is better! It is definitely on the pricy side, but not so awful.

    (5)

  • Leslie T.

    Made sure we came back again this summer! Food, service, and drinks were all wonderful! Kids loved the calamari! I had the vegetarian entree and loved the fried green tomatoes! Definitely make sure to stop in while in Ocean City..

    (5)

  • Zara K.

    Crab dip with kettle chips! Great dip! Ordered the pesto fries aswell they were good but not something I will be wanting again and again but good classy chips ! We also had the fish tacos and those were Amazing! Fresh, beautifully seasoned refreshing and so so tasty ! Not funky fishiness that fish tacos have! I could've had ten of those! Delish Their dessert menu looks great and would love to go again and try different things off the menu. They gave me the crab dip without bacon which I appreciate and also would like to give them a tip, amazing food shouldn't need bits and pieces of bacon in it anyway it's a very divey kinda thing to do! Great classy food( Minus the addition of bacon on every other entree and appetizer) the food was fresh healthy and the restaurant itself is really cute ! Great outing spot!

    (4)

  • Gary H.

    This place is almost as good as Captains Table enjoyed everything

    (4)

  • Adeline P.

    I visited Hooked and it was so much better than I expected. We visited the location in Ocean City because it came highly recommended by a friend. The interior of the restaurant is classy and stylish, while maintaining a casual and pleasant atmosphere. I loved the beach-themed canvas prints against the grey walls and white trim. The tables featured freshly cut flowers and canning jars for drinks, which I thought was very chic. Overall, this establishment had a very pleasing aesthetic. The waiter was extremely friendly and attentive, and made recommendations and small talk while he refilled our drinks. The wine list was extensive, and the signature drinks looked very tasty, (though I didn't try them this time.) The bread that was served before the meal was amazing... Perhaps the best I've ever been offered. It had a unique texture, somewhat spongey and drizzled with olive oil. So delicious. For an appetizer, I highly recommend the fried calamari. The sauce is delicious. I was sad when we finished it. I ordered the Caesar salad with grilled shrimp, and other family members tried the steak dish and the scallops. All of our food was incredibly fresh, and I loved how the steak was the tender and perfectly cooked medium, and all of our meals provided generous portions. The owner visited our table and was very friendly and asked what we ordered and how we enjoyed our meals. I would definitely visit Hooked again, and I am excited to try the other two locations in Fenwick Island and Rehoboth Beach. This just might be my new favorite OC beach eatery!

    (5)

  • Julie Z.

    I am so impressed by Hooked and cannot say enough about my most recent experience at this restaurant. We went out for dinner on our annual family trip to OCMD. We almost never have a pleasant dining experience when we all go out together because inherently with 12 people there can be some problems. However, with Hooked it was a seamless dining experience from being seated until receiving the bill. We went to dinner on a monday evening and were seated within 5-10 minutes of arriving at the restaurant. Our server (shout-out Hannah) was lovely, prompt, and courteous. The range of appetizers were all delicious- the star being the calamari with spicy and savory sauce ( I am craving it already!) and the bacon wrapped scallops which were everything I dreamed of. The main meals were all brought out at once and everyone seemed to enjoy his or her entree immensely. I ordered the salmon in a red curry sauce and it was delectable . I did not think the meal could be topped...until the dessert arrived. Impeccable/ Polite and Prompt/ Delicious/ and works great for large parties. You have won me over forever. Would 110% recommend.

    (5)

  • Stacy S.

    We came to this restaurant after reading great reviews on Yelp. I suspect they advertise with Yelp & yelp probably filters the bad reviews for them, but this place was just overrated & bad. We waited for about an hour and half and good luck getting a drink from the bar outside while you wait. The calimari was decent, but the mussels were dry, salmon was undercooked and crabcakes were just ok. This place claims to be honest, & good but I didn't see any information on sourcing for the sea food. I would stay clear from this restaurant and pick a hole in the wall establishment for some decent sea food.

    (2)

  • Lorna M.

    I'm am. Hooked that is. This was the best restaurant meal I have had in months. The food was very good. Very well prepared and nicely plated . Ordered the least expensive red wine on the menu a Malbec. Enjoyed a very decent wine with out having to spend a lot. Wait staff were friendly without being silly and pretentious. Will definitely eat there again when in Ocean City.

    (4)

  • Staci W.

    We were so happy with almost everything. The calamari appetizer was perfect. As were the pesto fries and even the wings! The surf & turf that my husband had was cooked exactly how he asked and he truly enjoyed it. The highlight of my night was the Cioppino! Every bit of it was delicious and mouthwatering! The cost was right about what we expected with 3 appetizers, 2 entrees and a bottle of wine costing $120. The only thing that put a small damper on our experience was the family with 4 kids and a really obnoxious father who had to have the door opened because the air conditioning was too cold for one of his kids. August... Really? Overall, I would absolutely recommend this place, and we are going back tomorrow for lunch!

    (5)

  • Jason B.

    Wow. This was the best meal we had all week in OC. 1) the staff was amazing and very quick to accommodate our party of 7 with 3 small children. 2) the food was not only suburb but fast, they even created a custom made a meal that wasn't on the menu to accommodate the cravings of one our party. 3) Fantastic atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Tony M.

    And in conclusion........... Probably the best calamari I've eaten. Mix that with a crab cake entree with zero filler, and it makes for a nice dinner. The only problem I have here is that half of the dishes either have bacon in them or are bacon infused. It's kind of bacon overkill. Why does anyone need bacon if the dish is already good? Besides that, why do so many people think bacon makes everything better? It really doesn't, it's just trendy. I'm surprised there isn't a Bacon infused, Applewood bacon topped with bacon bacon bread sandwich with bacon aoli and bacon garnish dish. Anyway, aside from bacon overload, I give it 5 stars.

    (5)

  • Chrissie P.

    We loved hooked on the past. But not now. We used to get the jerk wings and the calamari. We went on a recent trip and ordered to go. They are always super busy and are only open till 10pm. The food is decent, good but the menu is pretty small and limited. What we didn't like was that we ordered two orders of wings. There normally are 8-10 regular wings in there. This time each box had four like teradactyl wings. They looked just like that with a bunch of extra skin and it was not easy to eat. Plus the seasoning was minimal. They were very bland and just awful. Plus they looked unappetizing. I am not sure why they came like that but they were soooo disappointing. The calamari was ok but this time they drizzled way too much of their aoli sauce on top. They weren't as great as they were when we went a year ago. Because of the wing situation we will never go back.

    (2)

  • Chris W.

    This was our favorite restaurant in OC We ate there on Thursday and had a small wait The food and service was amazing . We wanted to try so many things we cancelled our reservations for the hobbit on Friday and went back for another great meal!!! We can't wait go back!!!!

    (5)

  • Jim B.

    I feel strongly that if one were to eat at Hooked for an extended period of time it may actual speed up their evolutionary clock - causing one to develop gills, fins and scales - in an effort to get closer to the source of the delectable, deep-sea dishes served with perfection here. As I write this now I can't help but to hear those steel drums and xylophones in the background as the crab from that movie harmoniously leads schools of fish and scores of clams in singing "Under The Sea", while I creep up on the unsuspecting whole lot of them poised to strike for a snack like the hungry merman that I've become. Reading this review and wondering if maybe I might have a negative comment to say about Hooked? I wouldn't hold your breath. The food, the service, the atmosphere... let's just say that everything went swimmingly. I was a tough call choosing between the Seared Scallops and the Cioppino. Both dishes sounded like seafood heaven to me, but I sided with the Cioppino with it sounding more like a smorgasbord having shrimp, scallops, clams, fin fish, mussels, and even a little chorizo sausage in it. It was a good choice. I found myself sucking the broth up with a straw when I finished. No, I'm not proud, but I never have claimed to be. Our server said Hooked is known for its sea scallops, and with this being Ocean City, I had Maryland blue crab on my mind... So, just to be safe I order a side crab cake and a side of scallops. Decandent? I know, but man was it worth it. I paid for it in the end... literally... when the bill came around, but still worth it. Well, I didn't just get the crab cake and scallops for me, I shared them with the table. Just like the table shared some of the best calimari I've ever eaten with me... you know, squid pro quo... (ok, I'll strike that last poorly devised joke from the record). I suppose that instead of evolving into a predatory fish it might be easier and faster to just get a job washing dishes at Hooked. That way you can scrap up and eat all the left over food from the bus pans (if any) and simply lick the Cioppino bowls clean instead of slurpping it up daintily with a straw like a snob, which is how I was forced to do it being that I was in public space.

    (5)

  • Peak F.

    Two words for you: Shrimp tacos! When my favorite place for fish tacos was closed we went on the search to find the next best thing. We tried a couple places before landing here @ Hooked. We always order a few different items then share all. We had the bacon wrapped scallops, 2 fish tacos & 2 shrimp tacos. My husband loved the fish tacos while i loved the shrimp. Their combination of flavors is amazing: cabbage, pickled onions & fresh pico; excellent! Service was great. Atmosphere could improve (my opinion ). Hooked will be on our list to return to every trip to OCMD:)

    (4)

  • Christopher W.

    Fish restaurant with a preference for decadent truffle oil. I visited for an event with a pre fixed menu and every item featured it. I mean not bad but why put truffle oil on a burger, fish n chips, and a crab flat bread. The flat bread was really good. My friend said the same of the burger but another didn't like the fish. This place is always busy and sells a lot of scallops and polenta. Maybe it's time to do something more adventurous.

    (4)

  • Win C.

    After being disappointed with my favorite seafood restaurant in Ocean City, I knew I had to redeem myself and find another replacement during my stay in Ocean City. As I was looking over the menu with the family, we all approved and decided to come here. It was also an added bonus that it was only a 12 minute walk from our hotel. List from favorite to least favorite: 1) MUST TRY the scallops and grits! I agree with Cynthia D. that this was the best dish in this restaurant. The scallops were seared perfectly (soft but chewy) and the grits were so creamy. 2) The roasted corn and jalapeño crab bisque had a very clean taste to it and was more on the watery side as oppose to creamy. I personally like this style a lot more. 3) Pan-roasted chicken with prosciutto creme was another favorite for the night. Like i mentioned earlier, the sauce is very clean and they don't over-season the meal. They give you enough season so you can actually taste the freshness of the protein. 4) Mussels with a tomato based sauce was also cooked perfectly but I wished they were a little more plump. 5) Halibut and Salmon were good. 6) After going on 2 vacations in 2 weeks, I really just wanted some greens in my diet so I order the heirloom tomatoes salad with a side add on of scallops. I think Maryland overkills on the tomatoes. The tomatoes were delicious but I couldn't have more than a slice or two. Also, again, the scallops were amazing. 7) My least favorite dish of the night was the truffle corn with crabs on flatbread. I love everything truffle but these were just not good at all. It was dry and lacked flavor. Oh they also have mouthwash and lotion in the bathroom. I'd probably won't use them but it's nice to have around.

    (4)

  • Krissy P.

    After reading all the great yelp reviews, we decided to stop in while on vacation in OC. Overall I am glad we came and had such a delicious meal. We only had one mishap. We came around 7 or so and ended up waiting a while. It got to the point that every time we would see what was taking so long, they would tell us a few more minutes or the kicthen is backed up, we will be seating you shortly. My friends started to get antsy, so I went in and asked if the wait is actually worth it or should we go elsewhere. Thats when the manager came out and finally sat us. She was very pleasant and so was the staff. The decor is very plain, it is very open with white walls displaying beach artwork. The outside is cute and cozy with picnic tables and a mini bar to chill at while you wait for your table. The food is bangin'! So delicious and full of flavor. Everything is worth the price here. We started off with the calamari which just melted in your mouth it was so fresh. Then we had the crabcakes and bacon scallops as entrees. The crabcakes were a good portion and size. The bacon scallops was just awesome. The perfect amount of bacon, not to much but not to little. Just enough to still enjoy your scallops. I highly recommend this restaurant and if I come back to OC, this will def be one of the places I come back to.

    (5)

  • Claire S.

    Ordered peach strawberry sangria, jerk wings, crab corn Flatbread and a side of cheesy grits. Really awesome wings. The wings are the whole wing still attached, comes with 5 and they were super tasty. Two of my party ordered cioppino and they liked it. That dish had big shrimp and a nice sauce. One of us had fish and chips and it was pretty good but he loved the French fries most. My sweetheart ordered an orange crush which he said was "ridiculously good". My sangria was pretty nice as well.

    (4)

  • Fred K.

    After seeing a 4 1/2 star rating and trying to decide a nice place for dinner, we decided to dine here. There was no wait when we got there at 6:30. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating and an outside bar, main bar to the left, and I believe another one upstairs. All on the small side but nice if you are waiting for a table. The decor is like you are in Nantucket's. Our server was very attentive and efficient. The drinks are very creative and tasted great. For the food: We ordered two appetizers of crab bisque and calamari. Crab bisque soup was real good (crab meat was a bit on the colder side but really liked the soup). The calamari however was so salty, we had to return it. Tasted like bang bang sauce at Bonefish Grill. The scallops dish with grits and pork was great, but some of the scallops had sand/weren't clean. Now my gf cioppino had a tasty chorizo broth and lots of seafood. A hit. Key lime pie was delicious. Not 4 1/2 stars imo but solid 4 stars.

    (4)

  • Connie L.

    We ate here with a group of 4 and a baby around 2pm for lunch on Saturday during Labor Day weekend. We stayed a blocked away and was going to grab a quick bite, but we were so pleased with the food! The food was amazing! I had the fish and chips and the fish was so crispy and fresh. You can tell it was not frozen fish sticks. We also got the fish tacos which were delicious and was just enough. The ambiance was cute and chic. The dining room was clean and crisp with pretty paintings of ocean city all over. Cute little flowers in mason jars on the tables (you also get water in mason jars!) there is is small dining area outside with about 6-7 picnic tables. Great service from our server. I would highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Teri P.

    For Ocean City, this restaurant is EXCELLENT! In comparison to the rest of the world (and in my foodie opinion) it was very good. Hubs & I went on a Friday night, on the late side (8:30p) and had a drink at the upstairs bar while we waited for a table to open up, which only took about 10 minutes. We were seated at the outside picnic tables, on the backside of the bar - almost in the parking lot. The bartender was our server & he was attentive. He made a few recommendations including the calamari, which we ordered. It was good, for sure, but not the best I've ever had. Hubs got the halibut, which he enjoyed but would have preferred more sauce. I got the sea scallops, which were excellent. We also got the grilled asparagus, which were disappointing. The peach margarita was very tasty, but I would pass on the peach sangria next time. Enjoyable atmosphere, and good food - a win for OC!

    (4)

  • Kurt S.

    Came here for our only semi nice dinner of our OCMD vacation. We shared the blue crab flatbread and calamari. The calamari was top 3 i've ever had. The spicy mayo that comes on it, makes it. For my meal I copped out and got filet because I'm not a big seafood eater. My buddy got scallops and enjoyed them. The peach margarita and grapefruit crush were tasty! Bill was a bit steep but not terrible.

    (4)

  • Dee D.

    Was here with friends and each one of us thoroughly enjoyed the food, atmosphere and friendly and honest service. You could dine inside, which is a nice simple, somewhat elegant atmosphere or you can dine outside where it's more casual. Would highly recommend this place.

    (5)

  • Sarah L.

    As a family, we have vacationed in Ocean City for several years now, and are completely in love with the area, but there are very few fine dining options; most of the restaurants seem to rely on a kitschy theme rather than the quality of their food. We were delighted, therefore, to find Hooked! My husband selected Hooked as our date night and it was the perfect choice. They don't take reservations, so we headed to the upstairs bar for cocktails to speed up our 20 minute wait. Bartender Jamie was friendly, knowledgable, and happy to chat about their specialty drinks and his menu recommendations. We ordered an Orange Crush - which tasted identical to the orange soda - and a Strawberry Peach sangria. Yum! Our table was ready fasted than our anticipated wait time, and we found all the staff from the hostesses to our server, Mike, equally friendly and helpful. The restaurant is decorated like a large airy beach house, with high exposed beam ceilings, blue walls, and multiple painted seascapes. It was perfect for our date, but we saw several families with young children enjoying their meals as well. The food was amazing! This was not just good for OC, but would stand its own anywhere. The crab bisque is the best we've ever had - well-balanced with plenty of crabmeat, and the calamari was perfectly breaded and fried, with a light drizzle of spicy aioli over it - melt-in-your-mouth, not a single rubbery or chewy bite. We each enjoyed our entrees as well. My husband had the scallops, which both Jamie and Mike recommended, and he could not have been happier. Served over cheesy grits with poblano corn, it had full rich smoky flavor, and served as a great contrast to my lighter and tangier tuna special. My tuna was basil encrusted and served over arugula and gazpacho - I practically licked the bowl. Our shared dessert of locally made bumbleberry pie was a terrific end to a great meal. There were a few minor service problems (we never received bread, the Orange Crush from the downstairs bar was noticeably and unpleasantly stronger than that of the upstairs bar), our entrees were served before we completed our appetizers which made my husband feel rushed, and plates were not cleared efficiently. In fact, the empty crab bisque bowl remained on the table through dessert. The quality of the food and the friendliness of the staff more than made up for these inconsistencies, though.

    (5)

  • Deanna S.

    A friend and I split the fried calamari. It was delicious! It comes with a spicy sauce so if you aren't into that just ask for it on the side. I ordered the bacon and blue cheese lettuce wedge which was very good. We shared a seafood combination dish which was served in a broth that had a touch of cream and what tasted like curry. It was really flavorful and delicious for what it was but I'm really not a fan of curry. I wish that that flavor profile was indicated on the menu. It's not a cheap place but you can really taste the quality in the food. They also give you a complimentary (rosemary?) bread drizzled in oil which was yummy.

    (4)

  • Steve C.

    Start to finish it was a great experience. We had the Calamari app, the corn crab bisque, seared tuna and the scallop dinner and all were perfectly prepared and deliciously complex. Every server and staff we met were well trained and super friendly. I highly recommend it.

    (5)

  • Jeffrey J.

    We arrived at this place Saturday evening. I order the calamari & the bacon scallop. The food was okay, was not impressed by it. The wait was about 30-35 minutes. One of my friends order a chicken salad but received a piece of fish on her salad.

    (3)

  • Alexa D.

    What a nice little place in Ocean City! I came here on a saturday night on the last weekend in August with my boyfriend. I showed up later, about 830, and was quoted about an hour wait by the hostess, and that was accurate. There was room in the bar to grab a drink. Lots of apps caught our eye, so we ended up getting the calamari, truffle corn flatbread and the mussels instead of traditional entrees. Everything was delicious. Just get the flat bread. It was phenomenal. Could have used more bacon, but I say that about everything. Mussels were also excellent, with a perfect amount of Chorizo. Calamari, as everyone else here has said, was out of this world. Drinks were great, but there was no fireball. I assume that's because Ocean City can attract the kind of people who take multiple shots of it and rip their shirts off. I just wanted it because we were sitting outside and it was a little breezy (nothing compared to the icebox inside) and fireball is nice and warming. However, the bartender, once hearing that made me an equally as effective Irish Coffee. We sat outside, and were served by the bartenders. It had really no effect on our service. He stopped by a few times and was very easily able to manage both the bar and the two tables behind the bar. Great service. Minus one star because it was freezing inside. My boyfriend was in long sleeves and he was cold. I thought it might be us until the couple next to us left and returned with long sleeve cardigans. We weer on the first floor by the bar, so that could just be a really strong AC area.

    (4)

  • Lawrence G.

    Came in around 6 and got seated outside no problem. I got a beer and my girlfriend got a fresh peach margarita. She loved it. For appetizers we got the crab dip and the fried oysters. Crab dip was a great size, perfect for sharing but may have been too much if just for one. Fried oysters came with blue cheese and were delicious. Got the crab cake for entree and it was huge. Portions were generous on all parts of the meal here. Will definitely be back next time in town. Also: service was excellent and speedy here. The restaurant was quite full while here, and we got everything quickly and at correct time (didn't get entrees while we were still working on appetizers). Our server, Allie, was very polite and made recommendations for both me and my girlfriend.

    (5)

  • Kristen H.

    I came here with my family the first night we arrived in Ocean City. The awesome Yelp reviews is what made me want to come. The appetizers were really great. We tried the wings and the crab dip. The wings were really tasty. I especially liked the side of spicy sauce. The crab dip was also phenomenal- super tasty and cheesy with a lot of crab meat. I wanted to get the Halibut, but they ran out of it right before I ordered it. They also ran out of Fish and Chips. Um, what's up with that? I had the Tuna entree instead. It was fresh but not overwhelmingly tasty. My sister had the Cioppino. She also said it was bland. My mom and I had margaritas which were very good. They come in cute mason jars. Overall, I'd say the cute ambiance is nice as well as the great appetizers, but I'd stick to apps and drinks here. Have fun!

    (4)

  • Sara R.

    This gem was recommended to us by many friends and now I know why! The food (especially the scallops & grits) was melt-in-your-mouth delicious!! Unfortunately, they do not accept reservations, but we stopped by at prime time on a Friday night post season and only waited a half hour...which was spent at the bar with great drinks (grapefruit crush) and an appetizer (crab dip- a little salty, but good). The staff was super friendly and helpful and accommodating. My husband wanted the Tuna, but he wanted it prepared the way the Mahi Mahi was listed. Sometimes chefs can be a little put off by the request, but here it was "no problem"! Don't miss out on Hooked- you'll definitely be Hooked!!

    (5)

  • Diane B.

    Great Menu but service was lacking particularly since they were not busy.Server did not ask for refills on drinks or check back with us during the hour we were in the restaurant.

    (3)

  • Meghna R.

    "best calamari I've had till date" was what my friends said n they travel for food!!! My flatbread was finger licking good too! Then come the entrees and they were as good and even better! I ordered an off the menu veggie plate that was a flavorful explosion of sautéed veggies mustard and henna! My friends ordered the crab cake sandwich n fried fish sandwich! Loved their food!!! Please visit for lunch,this place is every bit worth the rave!!!!

    (5)

  • Skylar S.

    Exactly what I needed. OC has a ton of craps food(Dough Roller, ext.)and this is NOT craps food. We visited twice while in town. It was within walking distance of 78th street where we were staying. We visited for both lunch and dinner. For lunch I had the burger(waitress said it was voted top 10 burgers or something in MD). I don't think it was within my top 10, but it was still delicious. The place was great for kids, and they had a pretty creative menu for them. They constructed a hot dog octopus, which my kids loved. My wife had fish tacos which were absolutely delicious. I kind of wish I ordered that! When we visited for dinner we were sat right away. It was equally as delicious. I had the soft shell crab special, and it was perfect. TIP of the day....order the calamari. It was perfect, and I could have eaten it as an entree! Service was great, although I'll be honest....they switched up our ice tea glasses upon refill which was a little gross. We were all family, so we didn't complain! I would just suggest asking for a new glass every time. Unless you are all drinking something different!!

    (4)

  • Lilly N.

    I went to Hooked again with my family and this time I got the seared scallops with string beans and grits. The whole dish was just awesome. There was a bit of a smokey flavor to it and I think the grits was the best part of the dish, though everything was pretty good. Our server was pleasant and informative. He definitely socialized with us and made us feel comfortable. The only thing was that we ordered the calamari appetizer and asked for the sauce to be on the side, but it came out mixed in. However, our server was on point and replaced it with what we wanted.

    (4)

  • Stephanie J.

    Definitely a fan of this OC restaurant! What a great recommendation from my OC friend. The restaurant has an outdoor patio and two indoor levels. The place is upscale, low lighting, intimate tables; every detail is attended to so that the dining experience is exceptional. I opted to dine at the upstairs bar which was quieter. The bartender was attentive. He greeted me immediately with a smile - very welcoming. He asked for my drink order and proceeded to fix the perfect Grapefruit Crush. He recommended that I start with the corn, jalapeño and crab bisque, I was leery of the jalapeno because I'm not into the hot and spicy food thing but at his urging, I tried the bisque anyway -- so glad that I did because it was EXCEPTIONAL! A must try. The visit to Hooked was worth it just for the bisque! For my main course I elected to have the scallops wrapped in bacon (ummmm bacon) and a side of cheesy grits both were wonderful. The scallops were rich in taste and delectable - the perfect amount of seasoning and enhanced by the juicy delicious bacon. The grits were creamy and cheesy -- a treat in themselves for a discriminating grit lover like me. Finally, dessert, bread pudding with maple syrup, and vanilla ice cream with bacon. Again, a big score. I wasn't really a fan of the bacon in my ice cream but next time, and there will definitely be a next time, I know that I can order the ice cream sans bacon. I started this review giving Hooked 4 stars and thinking they were more a 4.5; however, reliving the experience made me realize that there were no flaws here -- beautiful restaurant, great service and exceptional food makes this a 5-Star! Strongly urge you to make tracks to Hooked when you are in Ocean City, MD.

    (5)

  • Jeff P.

    Very enjoyable dinner here. We started with the fried calamari which was very good although I prefer the coating to be lighter. The calamari were very tender and the coating was very crispy. For entrees we had the crab cake and the scallop dishes. The crab cake was very large mostly all crab served with Israeli couscous. It was very good. The five large scallops were seared perfectly. Served with grits, corn and bacon bits. Excellent. The highlight was dessert. The Bumbleberry Pie was extraordinary. Glad we stayed for this. Service was excellent and very fast.

    (4)

  • Samantha D.

    Wow!! Hooked was an amazing place for dinner. It was very nice inside, more upscale than it looked from the front. I had a peach margarita which was nice and refeshing, and ordered the red curry salmon for dinner. It was a great choice! Loved the curry, and the sauce they the rice and shiitake mushrooms came in was awesome! Hubby had a Bayside Blonde beer which he didn't much care for, but it's nothing against the beer itself, just his personal preference. He ordered the surf and turf for dinner and said it was very good. The filet was tender and the shrimp that came with it were downright enormous. We also had the crab dip as an appetizer and it was downright tasty! If you're looking for a nicer meal on your trip to Ocean city, choose Hooked. You won't be disappointed!

    (5)

  • Christian C.

    The best halibut ever!!! Everything taste so fresh, the soft shell crab are unique, you eat the whole thing including the soft shell. Service is outstanding. Love this place.

    (5)

  • Kristiana M.

    This spot had the #1 highest reviews in the area which is what drew me and my boyfriend here for lunch today. When we walked in I was surprised there wasn't any music playing making the ambiance of Resturant a bit cold however we figured maybe it was just early. It's important to note we were here on a Monday & Monday's for restaurants are usually slower & so maybe their regular chef wasn't on staff... I give the pomegranate Martinis a sold 5 stars. They weren't too sweet and I personally loved the vintage jar they were served in. Next up the bacon wrapped scallops: these were succulent and their sauce full of flavor. My boyfriend said one he had was a little dry but I found my half were perfect. Entrees: truffle burger and crab cake sandwich. This is where the meal went south and the reason why they only get 3 stars from me. We ordered the burger medium and the burger came out very well done. They were very accommodating and replaced the burger but even the next burger was medium well at best. If you're looking for pink inside your burger I would recommend ordering rare. The crab cake sandwich also came out wrong, as the menu described it being served with grilled tomatoes & arugula-- it came out with simple ice burger lettuce and cold tomato. This was my first time trying crab cake and I was excited to try it from a Resturant with such high reviews but didn't really find it anything to brag about. However, once again they did bring replacement toppings promptly but it was just not the "fine dining" experience we were anticipating from the reviews we read. Lastly, they no longer have the surf & turf lunch special that there are so many wonderful reviews about on here. That's what really pulled me in & I was disappointed to find they know longer carried the item. Over all, service was attentive and management was polished coming over and apologizing for the mix up. The even took our entree off our bill completely which was very generous. So service also gets 5 stars. My recommendation is to go for dinner and maybe not on a Monday.

    (3)

  • Angela P.

    Helpful Things to know: they do not accept reservations. On August 1st while visiting OC we spot this place. We call before driving there to confirm the closing time, a really gracious lady answer us and said that the closing time was 10 but most likely they would be extending the closing time since they were busy. When we go there they said the waiting time was about 40 min, but luckily enough they were able to accommodate us with 15 min. We were surprise, the atmosphere and decoration of the restaurant is clean and modern. The service starting with the host stand is superb and the food delicious. We got the best mahi mahi ever, appetizers were to die for, the wine selection fantastic. Adam, our server gave us amazing suggestions. We could ask for a better experience! We will definitely recommend you to any of our friend and we can't wait to go back to OC and dine with you!!! Thanks :)

    (5)

  • Tiffany Y.

    My family and I arrived at this resturant hoping to enjoy a great lunch. When we asked for available seating, we were told it would be a 30 - 45 minute wait, with no other seen group waiting other than a couple, whom were told it would be a 15 minute wait. The hostess was very rude and condescending when asked about a empty table outside. My family and I didn't feel it was worth a 30 minute wait. Maybe if the staff was more inviting we would have stayed.

    (2)

  • Maury S.

    Outstanding! My Cioppino was fantastic I definetly recommend having. Girls had the Seared Scallops and Crab Cakes both very good....we had one of each of the four in house desserts all very good and would recommend having at least one. We will make it point to dine here when on town.

    (5)

  • Tomas L.

    The food was delicious and original. The truffle flat bread appetizer was great, and my main entree, the seared scallops were so tasty. The spinach side order was a perfect compliment to the meal. I would have given 5 stars, but our waiter forgot my son's dinner. We came on a Tuesday night for dinner and arrived at 6pm. The wait was already over 30 minutes for a party of 4. I guess that this confirms how good the food is here. I would definitely come back.

    (4)

  • Jenny C.

    We went to ocean city was looking for dinner by yelp. This place has really good reviews, So we waited about 1hour and 30mins. But it was worth! I dont go to eat seafood myself, But i liked it here. Food was really good. People are nice, i liked the interior of this place.

    (5)

  • Louis C.

    Easiest 5 stars to give excellent ambiance excellent service excellent food. I had seared scallops on cheesy grits and a side of fried green tomatoes. Sophisticated without being pretentious. Kids wife and brother in law all though it was best food on this vacation so far. Reasonably priced too but then again we're from NY. What do we know about reasonable prices.

    (5)

  • Amber F.

    LOVE THIS PLACE! It's a bit out of the way from OC Boardwalk, but not too far and definitely worth the detour. We didn't want just any ordinary fast food around the boardwalk, so we found Hooked through yelp and decided to give it a try for lunch. NOT DISAPPOINTED! We had the crab dip, crab cake burger and the shrimp tacos. First things first, I'm allergic to seafood unless it's super fresh (I'm allergic to the iodine), and I was fine after eating the tacos. I concluded that the seafood here is relatively fresh that didn't trigger my allergy. I wasn't bold enough to try the crab dip and crab cake, but my friends really love them. As for me, I LOVE THE SHRIMP TACOS. Highly recommended. It comes with 2 small soft tacos topped with fried shrimp, cabbage, pickled onions... I'm a big fan of having different textures of food in a bite. It also has spicy mayo sauce on top, which made the taco that much better. It's also a pretty decent portion for lunch. The service was also great. Our server, Jamie, was super friendly and attentive. He offered us his opinions on the food selection and gave us options for if we just want a quick bite. Also extremely accommodating when we were being somewhat picky with where to sit. We sat outside next to the bar, and I saw that the drinks were made with freshly squeezed fruits!! We already had a lot to drink that day so we didn't order drinks from Hooked... but I would definitely try it next time I visit OC! So if everything was so perfect, why 4 stars instead of 5? That's because I felt like the menu was really small and doesn't have a lot of options, especially for someone who's allergic to seafood like me.

    (4)

  • Jose N.

    Good food and nice environment . The was fresh and well presented. The atmosphere was chill and relax.

    (4)

  • ron w.

    In a sea of of corn dog stands, Thrasher's Fries outlets, and Candy Kitchens in every strip mall, there is a city invaded by an army of vacationers with fanny packs dangling from bloated bellies taking a weekend out of the Double Wide to worship at the culinary shrine of mediocrity. You have arrived in Ocean City, MD and adrift in this vast sea of fast food, there it is, just up ahead...Hooked. The restaurant's hook is "Fresh, Honest, Local", which may describe the staff more than the food. The place is run by a gaggle of cheerful cherubs, who know what they're doing, for the most part and for whom they are doing it, for the most part. Its like going to a Puppy Park as the little lollipops hustle platters, plates, and trays from the kitchen to the tables. They do it efficiently and with a smile as wide as some of the fannies on the Boardwalk. (Kim Kardashian, eat your heart out). Now, did the food hook me? Not exactly. The Wedge Salad was, well, a quartered wedge of Iceberg lettuce, bleu cheese which shows up here and there in several other dishes. There were a few halved cherry tomatoes, micro bacon chips, (next they will serve bacon dust) and chive crumbs, (whatever they are). A pickled onion had been dragged weeping over the 3 wedge quarters and a ladle of thin bleu cheese aioli drizzled over the whole pile. Hmm...only because I am supposed to eat my vegetables. The bread service consisted of one piece per person of Rosemary Focaccia soaked in garlic and olive oil. It was like eating a wet sponge. There were some dinner options, which candidly I passed up in favor of grazing on a row of "Fresh Starts". (a typo?). I had Buttermilk Battered Fried Oysters with a Spicy Mayo. (Mayo with Sriracha). This was followed by some Bacon Wrapped Scallops with more Spicy Mayo? And then Jerk Chicken Wings with, let's say it together, Spicy Mayo. Oy Vey-o...hold the Mayo. The oysters were decent enough, and so were the scallops but they came swaddled in almost raw bacon. So, off that came. The scallops were tender but the bacon should have been par-cooked first until they rendered out, and then wrapped around the scallops before getting a turn in the Salamander. The Jerk Chicken Wings (4) were carved off a pterodactyl. They were huge, fatty, slightly underdone, as in not crisp, and required creative Greco-Roman wrestling to tackle the meat and wrest it from the bone. Both the scallops and chicken wings sat on Succotash which was okay as a platform but seemed to show up in various other dishes as much as the Spicy Mayo. The Roasted Corn and Jalapeno Crab Bisque was a cup of Bechamel Sauce with spicy deconstructed Succotash. It sounded amusing...on paper. The Cup of Garlicky (sp) Spinach was just that. A cup of wilted spinach and slivers of steamed garlic. The Baby Garlic 'n Parmesan Steak Frites were as soft as a Comfort Inn pillow. Ain't they supposed to be crisp outside and creamy inside? Ask Ludo Lefevre at Petit Trois in LA, he'll tell you. Never mind, he won't answer the phone as he is too busy slingin' great Frites and eats. All in all, if you're in Ocean City, MD. you'll do well to dine here, but remember this is a town where Cotton Candy gets battered, fried and served in Styrofoam containers to lines of eager eaters. The same folks that designed Bourbon St. in the French Quarter of New Orleans as a tourist Mecca are bringing you the dining options in Ocean City, MD. Was I rooked at Hooked? No, not really. There is a nice collection of local brews and acceptable cocktails to help drown your dining sorrows. The owners are nice people, the staff genuinely attentive, helpful and charming. The food just doesn't measure up to, say, the Henlopen City Oyster House just one Ocean City up the road in Delaware. Maybe, save your seafood jones for there.

    (3)

  • Joanna R.

    Yes, just yes! If you have a few extra dollars to spare come eat here. The food is fantastic. You can tell the chef really knows their stuff. We had the calamari, crab bisque, scallops with corn and cheese grits and salmon curry. Our server and bartender Sean also helped make our experience enjoyable with his great personality. He makes a mean peach margarita. Even though this place is not right on the water we did not go without.

    (5)

  • Michelle J.

    This restaurant is definitely not the normal Ocean City type of restaurant. It still has the laid back feel, but also adds a flare of fresh local ingredients with a little more classy feel compared to the normal OC restaurants that you can just walk in with a coverall over your bathing suit. I can see that this place is a nice date restaurant and has a beach ambiance with a little fine dining flare. For the food...the menu changes a bit day to day and week to week but the staple foods are always on the menu - there may be a change in the vegetable used or the sauce or other ingredients based on local and seasonal availability. The apps - tried the buttermilk battered calamari with spicy mayo and micro celery - this was nicely battered and had a nice crunch to it. Definitely a good starter to share. If they have their beet salad on the menu, I'd recommend that...dressing was nice and light and the arugula and goat cheese complimented it very well. I tried the seared scallops for my entree. The scallops weren't the HUGE ones that you may normally get at fine dining restaurants when you only get maybe 3-4. Instead I had about 5-7 medium sized ones. The scallops were tender and I liked the greens and the cheesy grits with it as complements to the dish. However, the dish was a little too salty for my liking to the point where I couldn't finish my meal, but I may also have a more sensitive palette compared to the norm. For the drinks...The specialty cocktails were very well made and had just the right amount of alcohol! Try the sangria...it's pretty refreshing! There are also lots of local and unique beers on tap and they're always changing. They don't take reservations so it's first come first serve basis. If you're thinking about coming here with a big party, maybe send a rep to put your name down first or just get there really early. I can see it getting packed in the summer and on the weekends. I went during the off season and there was still a line to get seated. Bon appetit ya'll!

    (3)

  • Anuk F.

    Awesome seafood dishes. Its also a good place to take kids. Probably one of the best restaurants in OC.

    (5)

  • Nima S.

    Great meals and great service. You might have to wait a while to be seated but the food is worth it.

    (5)

  • Ethel B.

    One of the best meals of my life! I was surprised to find such an experience in Ocean City, MD. We had a wedge salad, cioppino, and the fudge terrine with coffee ice cream and an inspired sprinkle of hazel nuts. Don't miss this place!!!

    (5)

  • Michelle D.

    Came here for brunch on Sunday during MDW, surprisingly not busy. They were able to sit our group of 8 no problem. Room was well lit with natural sunlight. The Pandora or Spotify station they had was on point, indie pop relaxing indie rock upbeat stuff. The service was amazing, she made conversation with us, asked us how we found out about the place, explained details about the menu. I wish I remembered her name, but she was so pleasant and great. She even gave our group a free calamari appetizer. Literally some of the best service I've had. Appetizer: The fried calamari is some of the best I've had. I think it's a chipotle aioli sauce if I remember correctly. We also ordered the crab dip, which comes out sizzling and amazing. Just upon the appetizer alone my friends and I were like we need to come back here. Drinks: A bunch of us had the special margarita of the day which was pomegranate (my fave!), very refreshing, huge size, strong pomegranate flavor and was able to get us buzzed. Entrees: I had the special entree of the day which was a fried soft shell crab sandwich. Some had the truffle burger that was on point. Some ordered a crab cake. Everything was so fresh and cooked to perfection. I can't wait to come back here again when I'm in OC next. Hopefully with the same server and with the same specials.

    (5)

  • Grace D.

    Amazing service. Waited only 20 short minutes for a table, and the waitress was very friendly. She recommended her favorites, my boyfriend got one of them (the ahi tuna) & loved it. I had the wedge salad with grilled shrimp added. The grilled shrimp was the best I've had in awhile. Bread was great, appetizer calamari was pretty good. We would definitely go back.

    (4)

  • Ali T.

    We have been here several times. One word: calamari. It was fantastic. The rest of the menu also rocks, and the drinks are well made. So far no complaints and we plan on coming back often.

    (5)

  • Matt E.

    Amazing! My girlfriend and I went here for lunch and ate at the outside bar area which was very nice. She got the crab cake sandwich I got the fried fish sandwich the food was great and fresh and the drinks were even better I highly recommend and will be going back

    (5)

  • Adam G.

    4 stars because of 2 reasons. 1) Sangria was sub par, it tasted like someone took unsweetened Snapple and mixed in some vodka. 2) Truffle burger overall was really good but I requested it be medium and the burger was well done. Not sure if it was a communication issue between waitress and cook, or the cook just over cooked the burger but it wasn't what I requested. Overall experience was good. Our waitress Alexis was a very good host. The atmosphere was nice, food overall was very delicious. Unfortunately the pesto fries are no longer on the menu but if requested they can be made (They should be a regular menu item!). We will definitely be back again.

    (4)

  • Steph R.

    My S.O. and I grabbed a quick bite with cioppino and bacon wrapped scallops. Everything was well cooked with a nice balance. For a clean seafood restaurant with a romantic feel, Hooked is highly recommended!

    (5)

  • Eric A.

    This place never disappoints. My wife and I have enjoyed this place for a nice lunch or dinner without the kids or dinner with the whole family. We have been there 4 or 5 times since December and every time we go, there is something new on the menu. This is our "go to" place in OC. Everything is fresh and homemade with lots of flavor and quality. This is not your traditional OCMD restaurant. First of all, they have a small, but solid beer selection on tap taking into account the season as well as a very nice seasonal cocktail selection. Appetizers are great. Mussels, calamari, crab dip, etc. sandwiches and tacos are great for lunch. In January, I had one of the best sandwiches I've ever had, a surf and turf with short ribs and lobster mac and cheese. The fries are hand cut and amazing, especially when you get them smothered in Gruyere and bacon. Even the burger is really good. The dinners are just as good. This past weekend I had scallops with cheese grits and bacon green beans. Wow! The fish specials are always excellent. Honestly, it is one of the few places I know that I will like anything on the menu. Finally, the desserts are unbelievable. French toast bread pudding with house made cinnamon ice cream. Carmel salted fudge with mocha ice cream. Lemon berry cheesecake. From a seasoned business traveller and foodie, I highly recommend this place.

    (5)

  • Rachael B.

    We've been coming to OCMD for years and this is hands down the best dining experience we've ever had - from the service to the food, I cannot say enough good things about Hooked!!! I started with a refreshing grapefruit crush which was so good. Appetizers were divine!! Calamari and the flatbread were SO good but the killer was the roasted corn and jalapeño crab bisque. It was heavenly! Our entrees were equally amazing! My husband has the Steak Frites ( cooked to perfection) and I had the scallops. You can tell that all ingredients are fresh and the chef cares about pleasing his/her guests. Quality and taste!!!!! The service was lovely , attentive, helpful and sweet - great teamwork and overall an amazing dining experience. We will be back for sure and spread the word about how great Hooked is!!

    (5)

  • Dante C.

    Place was nice, interesting layout. Server was very pleasant and food was enjoyable. Calamari was REALLY GOOD Fish Tacos were also on point Bisque was salty but good. Would certainly return next time in OC

    (4)

  • Megan W.

    The food here was delicious! I was very smart...not and went here on a busy night, but the food was still hot and yummy!

    (4)

  • Sandra M.

    Love, love this place! We ate here last year as well and it still is the best! From drinks, apps, entrees nothing was disappointing. A group of 9 people and we were sat right away but it was at 5pm...there's definitely a wait of you show up later. The flat bread is amazing and we ordered calamari for apps. My husband had the scallops and I had the crab cake with Israeli couscous salad...all fresh fresh and cooked to perfection. Others had the Ciopinno and Tuna which they were raving about. They have a kids menu which my son was happy with chicken tenders and the best tater tots according to him. Their cocktails are refreshing and delicious, we had the orange crush and peach margarita. I would eat here nightly if I could! Highly recommend for fresh seafood and non of the fried nonsense elsewhere!

    (5)

  • Kealii G.

    This is a nice place and holds up to their motto of fresh, honest and local. The best thing I had was the roasted corn jalapeño crab bisque. Soooo delicious but did not notice any heat from jalapeño? Also had the crab cake entre. I thought the crab cake was a bit bland and overpowered by the acidity of the cous cous and greens. My wife had the seared scallops. They were amazing and I could not stop picking at her cheesy grits with roasted corn and poblano. She did not think the bacon broth added to the dish. We were too full for dessert. I would like to come back for lunch.

    (4)

  • Siyar N.

    Bloody marry was so different and thick they used a lot of horse radish and they just over pricey like $9 for orange crush! Friendly bartender thu

    (1)

  • T W.

    Tried the boom boom fish tacos, bacon wrapped scallops, and jalapeño crab dip... everything tasted great, especially the flavor of the roasted corn that came with the scallops.. would definitely recommend this place

    (4)

  • June K.

    After reading the reviews, I went with my family here for lunch. The restaurant had a good atmosphere, upscale, yet casual enough that we didn't feel intimidated going in. The service was quick and the waitress was very nice. The crab bisque was delicious, it made me wish I had ordered one for myself instead of just taking a taste of my husband's. The calamari appetizer was a bit on the salty side but salty is like the norm at most restaurants. The spicy mayo sauce complimented the battered calamari well and I found myself devouring most of it. The crab cake sandwich here has now set the bar for me in terms of crab cakes. I have tried crab cakes before but most of them were full of fillers and that's what I thought they were like. However, the crab cake here had a deliciously seasoned crust and had nothing but crab inside, and I was in heaven. The arugula added a very pleasant touch to the overall flavor of the sandwich. I tried a couple of bites of the oyster sandwich, which my daughter and I agreed wasn't that great (what was great was that there were plenty of oysters in the sandwich). I think it might have been the iceberg lettuce. I felt it sort of detracted from the flavor of the oysters. The fries here were crisp and prepared so well that my daughter doggy bagged the leftovers to munch on later. Since we were only here for the weekend, there really weren't that many chances to try out different restaurants, so I am glad that we dined at Hooked which gave us a great impression of the dining here. We will definitely be eating here again on our next visit to OC.

    (5)

  • Andy E.

    Finding places like this is why I Yelp!! I eat out about 100+ times per year on business, and the cioppino I had at Hooked last night was the best resturant dish I've had in the last 5 years. My wife had the seared scallops over cheesy grits with caramelized onions. OMG. The Caesar salad we had as an appetizer was also great. Top it off with an inviting decor, friendly waitstaff, and a complete wine list, and you have the recipe for a wonderful dining experience. I don't give many 5-star reviews, but it would be impossible not to give one to this place.

    (5)

  • Janet C.

    Great service. Nice atmosphere. Delicious food. Definitely a different dining experience one is usually used to in a beach-town. We ordered the cioppino (which was delicious and had a ton of seafood in it), tuna special (perfectly cooked) and the curry shrimp dish. I am not giving 5 stars because my friends shrimp dish only came with 4 shrimp and that was disappointing.

    (4)

  • Carla C.

    Wonderful experience! A casual, family friendly atmosphere with fine dining cuisine! I highly recommend the corn and crab bisque. I could have had 10 bowls of it.

    (5)

  • Adrienne B.

    We wanted a nicer restaurant with decent pricing and found it here. the food was amazing not one item anyone of the 6 of us ordered had a negative comment. The wait was the worst part because we were hungry but the food was delectable!!

    (5)

  • Katrina H.

    Food was delicious, but service was pretty slow. Took them a while, maybe 15 minutes, to get our drinks; and we ordered water. We were there for lunch and they weren't even busy. Other than the service, the place was alright.

    (4)

  • Bobby K.

    On our last day in OC, we decided to have lunch here at Hooked. We enjoyed all of our dishes and it was quite a nice change from the seafood overload from rest of the week. Our waitress was friendly and helpful and we chose the favorites she suggested. The indoor atmosphere was sophisticated and clean. I would definitely return for their dinner menu.

    (5)

  • Aurora C.

    We were on vacation for my birthday, and came here for my birthday dinner. So glad I made this choice. The crab bisque was to die for! I could actually live on just that soup for the rest of my life and be completely satisfied. The Sangria was fresh and delicious. For my entree, I got the scallops over grits. The scallops were cooked to perfection, and the flavor of the sauce that they used was great. My boyfriend got the Salmon special for the night, and he was equally satisfied with his dish. For dessert we shared an excellent slice of the lemon ricotta cheesecake. The service was excellent. We will definitely be back on our next trip to OCMD!

    (5)

  • Brianna F.

    My family went here for lunch on the recommendation of a friend and it did not disappoint. I definitely support the locally-sourced concept of the restaurant and really appreciate all that they do to bring in fresh, local ingredients! Every part of the meal was excellent, from the appetizers we ordered to dessert. Our server was so kind and attentive. It's a can't-miss stop!

    (5)

  • Ashley S.

    Of the hundreds of places to eat in Ocean City, Hooked is it! The slogan, "fresh.honest.local" initially got my attention. I looked up the menu and reviews and I was intrigued by the entries that I had to check it out for myself. Gracious, I'm glad I did! The host was honest with the wait time (30 minutes) and I my party and I were seated around the time promised; it irks me otherwise. After being seated, it did take a while to get service, but once we did get attention we were good for the rest of the night. The server was knowledgable on all the items on the menu and was able to speak unbiasedly favorable on the menu items, which I appreciated as well. We ordered the calamari appetizer which was a little heavy on the salt, but it's deep fried not sure I could expect too much. We were also given what seemed to be homemade Italian bread, drizzled with evoo which was delectable. I had to to consciously watch myself eating the bread otherwise, I would have filled up before my actual entree came out. Not too long afterwards (someone in our party ordered surf-n-turf medium well-- so you can imagine how long that took) our food came out. I ordered the scallops over grits. My roots are in the south, so I know how grits are supposed to be prepared. I had one chunk in my grits but other than that, my tastebuds were in euphoria. The scallops were seared nicely, and everything from the garnish to the bits of braisin pork sealed the deal. I couldn't even tell you what we were talking about at the table, I was so into my food. I cleaned my plate. I was satisfied to the max. My toes are curling from reminiscing about it. I didn't have room for dessert; I thought it might be disrespectful to the scallops if I ate anything else for the rest of the night. I. am. Hooked. (all the pun)

    (5)

  • Jennifer A.

    Hooked has inside and outside seating. The customer service is awesome! The drinks are strong and their food is tasty. If you are a person who likes seafood, I recommend their mouth watering calamari!! I would definitely come back

    (5)

  • Jonathan R.

    I understand why this restaurant has such excellent reviews. The food was absolutely phenomenal I recommend getting there early for dinner I waited approximately an hour and 15 minutes (Arrival at 6pm) on a summer Thursday we enjoyed a drink at the outdoor bar while we waited. Appetizers The fried burrata was an excellent choice The fried calamari did not disappoint Salad The Caesar salad was the best I have ever had. Entrees The Scallops with grits were delightful The softshell crab special was outstanding according to the diner. The grilled shrimp and filet mignon entrée looked nice but I could not tell because the diner at my table chose to have it well done....Some people... The service was on point, my waiter was knowledgeable and attentive. I cannot say enough about the quality of my experience.

    (5)

  • Luke M.

    Our second time there. Both times we've been there were for lunch. The servers are above average for service quality, friendliness, and menu knowledge. They have a smallish lunch menu, but our party ended up ordering 3 of the listed items. Everyone was happy with their orders. The crab cakes were really good. Not the best I've ever had, but solid. Prices are on the high side of reasonable, but not overly inflated. We'll be back.

    (4)

  • Victoria S.

    So holy farm to table goodness thank you for blessing me in Ocean City! We were staying across the street and I had this place bookmarked! After we looked for a nice healthy-ish dinner we decided to try over here. It was a holiday weekend, and the wait was about 45 minutes. Not bad, but they said they had a table available upstairs on the balcony now. We were starving so we took it. It wasn't TOO warm but thankfully I brought a nice jacket. It was beautiful up there if it had been a little warmer. We didn't go for an appetizer, but they brought us a list of their fresh fish. Brought it fresh that morning (love that), I had the Halibut which came with a rhubarb chutney and cabbage. YUM. My fiancé had the bacon wrapped scallops. Both of our entrees were amazing! The servers were great, the place had so many unique dishes I just can't wait to go back one day and try them again. They had some interesting cocktails too I'd like to try! If you're into something a little different, fresh ingredients and NOT bar food. GO HERE. You won't regret it!

    (4)

  • Richard Y.

    Fine dining in an elegant atmosphere. Ordered Caribbean jerk chicken appetizer which was amazing...tips slightly toasted and center warm and juicy with excellent flavor. I got the red curry shrimp and assistant got the seafood ciopinno. They were both good especially the sauce. Get the feeling doesn't matter what you order because everything here is good. Damage was $73. Not bad considering great atmosphere and food. Oh and also there are fresh flowers decorating the table.

    (4)

  • Arabella B.

    I got hooked on Hooked..so corny right? In all honesty though their Crab Soup was THEE BEST soup I've had in a very long time. That Crab meat garnish was perfect. Pretty much everything we ordered was delicious and we had a group of 7 that all got apps and entrees (lots of food). After all the craziness at Seacrets this place was a good pick. Definitely worth the cab fare. I recommend asking what the seasonal Margarita is. We tried the Pomegranate Marg and it was perfect.

    (5)

  • Sheila H.

    What a wonderful surprise! After reading a few reviews, we took a chance and boy did it pay off. The atmosphere was nice and quiet, the service was great. Beginning with the amazing bread and olive oil while waiting for our crab bisque, which was heavenly to our awesome entrees of ciopinno and the flounder special. The food was fresh, unique, and the flavors well blended. Definitely the highlight of our trip.

    (5)

  • Kevin C.

    Came here with my wife just stopping by OC. The food was thoroughly delicious. I recommend the crab bisque as an appetizer. It has kick of white wine that was something unexpected.

    (4)

  • Lindsey S.

    Pros: THE BEST SEAFOOD, GREAT DECOR, EVERYTHING IS AWESOME HERE! Cons: what cons???? no cons here! Must-Have's So, I LOOOOOOOOOOOOVE this place!!! My recommendation of crab feast in the area is one night of "On the Bay", all you can eat crab feast, and one night here. This place is for more upscale crab experience. We pretty much ordered everything off the menu; from softshell crabs to seared scallops to sea bass, and everything was AMAZING. Definitely comparable to Michellin 1 star restaurants in Manhattan. Just trust me and check this place out.

    (5)

  • Geoffrey K.

    First, the crab dip was exceptional, and that has nothing to do with the two old-fashioned drinks. However, the crab cake sandwich fell short of my expectations, much like the 2014-15 San Francisco 49ers. So much potential, and then...eh. Seriously, why wouldn't we throw the ball more to Vernon Davis, and why wouldn't the restaurant put some spice (read Old Bay) in arm's reach? The fries were pretty tasty - and I will find myself longing at night to make crab dip as good as Hooked, but ultimately it's about how the season, er...the meal ends, and that note was flatter than my 6th grade recorder training. Okay, it was better than that - I am being unfair, but that's what you getting for setting high expectations.

    (4)

  • Nick C.

    Hooked is one of my favorite restaurants in OC. Really like the calamari, bacon wrapped scallops, crab cake and ciopino. Their fish specials are usually very good too. Grapefruit crush is yummy! Not a big fan of the ribeye because it comes with a bunch of creamy sauce and veggies on it. Can barely taste the meat.

    (4)

  • Kathy N.

    This place is absolutely phenomenal. One of Ocean City's gems...the food is of such high quality and presentation, and it is amazingly delicious. I had some of the best, most fresh and tender crab cake I have ever had during dinner here tonight. It is the Ruth's Chris of Ocean City's seafood. The service was impeccable (our server was Adam) and the atmosphere of the restaurant is very cozy and classy. Can't wait to come back soon!

    (5)

  • Julie P.

    Awesome Anniversary dinner!!! Started with a cocktail with John at the Bar. Then proceeded upstairs and had Debbie as our server. She was wonderful! For an app we had the flatbread then I had the Basil Crusted Salmon with Polenta and my husband had Scallops with Cheesy Grits, which were amazing!!! We ended with a delicious Bread Pudding & Cinnamon Ice Cream... YUM!!!!

    (5)

  • Mrs B.

    Great ambiance -pleasant staff. Got a table for 5 right away. Crab dip had mixed reviews - some thought it had too much cheese and not enough crab. Cioppino was delicious - plenty of seafood and flavorful broth. We had soft shell crabs and crab cakes - both were excellent. Mocha chocolate dessert was to die for. Need more restaurants like this in OCMD!

    (5)

  • Deborah J.

    Wow this place was great!!! My husband and I started our meal with calamari and corn, crab flatbread. The calamari was very good but the flatbread was delicious with a hearty combination of corn, arugula and crabmeat. We could only eat half of it because we didn't want to spoil our meal and the portions were quite generous. We also had fresh baked bread that was warm and very good. My entrée was a Caesar salad with seared scallops. The salad had fresh romaine and Parmesan cheese with just the right amount of salad dressing. The five scallops were large and perfectly seared. My husband had scallops and grits that he said was excellent. We were also served by a wonderful waitress who was knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. This place is a hidden gem in Ocean City.

    (5)

  • Janelle P.

    Seared Scallops are fantastic! Crab dip as the appetizer was superb as well! They serve a gratis appetizer that is fresh bread with olive oil and seasonings. Very tasty!

    (5)

  • Matthew V.

    I've never been one to relate Ocean City with good food but I may now. Hooked was a welcome change to my eating habits in OC. The food was fresh and delicious. While on the pricier side for OC, it was well worth it. They also have fresh fish specials. We got a few round of drinks which were good. Apps: - Bacon wrapped scallops - Calamari Entrees: - Scallops - Crab Cake - Curry Shrimp No one had a single complaint about their meals, will add Hooked into the rotation of OC eats for us from now on. That includes The Crab Bag, CrabCake Factory, Harpoon Hannahs and now Hooked!

    (4)

  • Ted G.

    Place is nice and ambiance is nice but food here is over rated by much. Here is a breakdown of what my wife and I ordered: Calamari- salty Crab soup- tasty but no crab meat!! Crab cake- was excellent Red curry shrimp- terrible and bland. Cesear salad- good. Hard to get that wrong Service was excellent but overall disappointed in the food as this place is highly rated.

    (2)

  • Jessica C.

    Unexpected gem in OC! Very interesting dishes, great atmosphere, delectable entrees, drinks, and deserts!

    (5)

  • Ted L.

    Fantastic restaurant ! My wife and I had dinner here on Wednesday night and were seated right away with no waiting. Natalie our server greeted us right away and we placed our drink and appetizer order promptly. The food is fresh and served right off the grill. I had the steak while my wife ordered halibut. Both were phenomenal. The restaurant manager even checked in with us too. The food was so good we split desert and had key lime pie. This is one of the few restaurants in the area that serve key lime pie. I am returning to ocean city MD in August and will be certain to eat here again. Definitely 5 stars all the way!!

    (5)

  • Aaron S.

    Enjoyed great fish and the calamari was large and lightly breaded.Wife loved her peach margarita and it was definitely fresh. Service was quick and friendly.

    (4)

  • Usman A.

    A very very good and excellent restaurant. The calamari appetizer and the crab bisque are excellent. My wife had the Cioppino and I had Fish N chips and everything was so good. Service was definitely 5 stars. Our server's name was Tim and he was very attentive to our needs and the food came out so fast and very fresh. Overall excellent prices and very worthwhile.

    (5)

  • Mike S.

    We have been at the beach 3 days and have eaten here twice. The second meal was as good as the first. The service was great the first time, better the second. So far this is what our group has had and how it was: Appetizers - Calamari, crab bisque, crab dip all were very good Drinks - grapefruit crushes are outstanding, Bee's Knees got mixed reviews Dinner - Scallops were some of the best I have ever had, Cioppino was good, Red Curry Salmon was great, Crab Cake was ok, Filet Mignon was excellent Desert - Bread pudding, Key Lie Pie, and the salted chocolate were 10/10; the lemon ricotta cheesecake was good just no lemon flavor to speak of Service - Good all around, but on the second visit a surf and turf with a filet ordered medium came out well done. Our waitress, , apologized and returned with a perfectly cooked replacement. The entrée and deserts were taken off of the bill without asking. All restaurants could learn from this type of service.

    (5)

  • Adrian C.

    My wife and I started our order off with an appetizer, calamari. It was a great ideas as it had just the right mount of flavor and crunch. As my main meal I ordered the shrimp tacos. It, like the calamari, had the right amount of flavor and crunch. All in all a great place to eat.

    (4)

  • Michael M.

    I'll be honest, I haven't had my entree yet.. But.. The fried oysters are so good. I've had them other places and they always seem to come from canned oysters that they fry, but these were obviously shucked fresh in the kitchen, and they are huge and meaty. Seriously, even if the entree sucks, I'd come back for 4 plates of fried oysters. Best, most adorable waitress ever. I think her name is Katie.

    (5)

  • Janice P.

    This place was exactly what I was looking for. It's trendy but not snooty. The lighting and ambience is very nice and classy. The food was excellent! My husband and I ordered the calamari and the scallops and they were so fresh. He ordered as an entree the steak frites which were cooked to perfection. I ordered the crab cake and there was no fillers. Possibly the best, freshest crab cake ever. And the cous cous it came with was tasty I had 2 caprihianias which were strong but delish. This place was fantastic.

    (5)

  • Vivian C.

    Delicious meal, Excellent service. Calamari lived up to previous reviews. Would return for the bread pudding alone! Yum. So nice to discover a wonderful restaurant among all the tourist buffets.

    (5)

  • Martin K.

    Excellent both times we were there. Soft shell crabs were great. Lucky they had them when we were there.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth K.

    Wow, the dinner I had here on my latest trip to Ocean City was astounding. First of all, the service and ambience was great. Our server was very knowledgeable and answered all questions we had. The inside was beautiful, nice and bright, with an upscale casual vibe. There was also a beautiful deck out front with a bar and tables to eat at. There was also a deck upstairs we did not get to see (wish we could have!). My friend and I both got the peach margarita, which was their seasonal margarita. It was amazing! While all of our food was good, i think this is the thing I will be talking about for years to come and looking for an imitator everywhere I go. It was fresh, not too strong, and matched the summer season beautifully. For our appetizers we got crab dip and calamari. Normally I can take or leave calamari, but this was amazing. It was served with a spicy mayo (we chose to get it on the side) and had a nice seasoning to it & the breading was light. The crab dip was served with crostini and was nice and cheesy with some good chunks of crab. The restaurant also served us some tasty rolls (with what looked like rosemary in them), which were a nice addition. For my main I got the surf and turf, which was a 6oz steak (medium) and shrimp with corn, potatoes, and kale chips. Plus grits on the side! They cooked and seasoned the steak perfectly, oftentimes restaurants overdo medium, but this had a lot of pink in it. The grits paired great with both the steak and shrimp. My only regret is that I did not have a bigger stomach to eat more food. It was the perfect ending dinner to a fun vacation. They also have some other locations with slightly different names, all of which I have heard good things about. I can't wait til I'm back in the area to go again.

    (5)

  • Nikoletta K.

    Great little place that my boyfriend and i tried yesterday for our first time on our way out from OC! Great staff, beautiful decor and great atmosphere! We sat outside which was soo nice! Calamari is a MUST! & i got the crabcake sandwich which was soo delicious!! Definitely a great place to eat at! Very mediterranean feel! Only thing isi wouldnt take kids there just cause i dont think they'd like anything from the menu just because of the different sauces and fanciness of the food!

    (5)

  • Terry S.

    We went there for an early dinner on Saturday with our 2 year old son. I think there was a staff shift change or change for seating from lunch to dinner because the hostess wouldn't seat us until dinner started. So, we waited patiently at the small entry way near the bar with our son. The bar was full of patrons watching a hockey game on TV. Another couple came in after us, they had to wait too. Finally, it was time to be seated. Our waiter was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We started off with the jerk chicken wings and I thoroughly enjoyed it, the flavor was delicious. Our entree was just as good, he ordered the pan roasted chicken, while I had an item off of the daily specials menu, the swordfish (with scallops as an add on). Our son enjoyed his meal, an item off of the kids menu - Mac and cheese, but I think he enjoyed the complimentary bread more. He also enjoyed drawing on the paper laid over the tablecloth with his crayons. The manager also stopped by and really made us feel welcomed. As we were leaving, I noticed that the restaurant was getting pretty crowded. I would definitely recommend Hooked and come back whenever we are in town.

    (5)

  • Peter R.

    What an awesome meal my wife and I had. Well crafted food that made you appreciate fine dining. My wife had the corn crab jalapeño bisque. This was perhaps one of the top 5 things I have ever tasted. It was so excellent I actually considered not giving back to my wife. After reluctantly handing the bisque back over I enjoyed the fried calamari. Again excellent! I decided on fish and chips. Very good, the fish was flakey and mild tasting. It came with pesto fries - not my favorite but still good none the less. The wife had the wild mushroom flatbread and a crab cake. Flat bread was great and the crab cake was outstanding. The crab cake was lightly seasoned to allow the crab flavor to be enjoyed and held together by more crab! The staff was friendly and attentive. The restaurant did not seem it would hold a huge crowd which creates for a nice atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Jeff S.

    Here is a true artisan restaurant. Food is local, Fresh and so artful. The chopped salad was a thing of beauty and the Cioppino was amazing. The broth has a touch of spice from Chorizo but so delicate. I wanted to try everything on the menu. On the main drag competing against trashy beach town buffets, this is where the foodie goes to dine. It's not just a meal, it's a trip to Flavortown.

    (5)

  • Jessica S.

    We walked in to the restaurant as a group of 4 and were seated by a friendly hostess. The ambiance was very elegant, yet casual at the same time.We started with a bottle of wine which was delicious. We ordered the crab bisque as an appetizer and it was amazing! Best crab bisque I've ever had. We had the cioppino and crab cake, they were both delicious and we'll flavored. Everything tasted very fresh. Cant wait to go back next year!

    (4)

  • Jean K.

    I was pleasantly surprised to find an excellent dining experience in the midst of the overprices and mediocre food establishments in Ocean City. We enjoyed excellent service, very nice but casual atmosphere, and delicious food. If we return to OC, Hooked is definitely on our list to revisit!

    (5)

  • Tammi C.

    Returned for lunch a month later and had the fish tacos. Best fish tacos ever. I wish I could take the staff home with me. Our guest tried the shrimp taco and my husband had a salad. Again, wonderful flavor and great service.

    (5)

  • Denise B.

    Really great food and service. The crab dip is a real winner and everyone really enjoyed it. The blackened fish tacos are out of this world as well as the boom boom shrimp tacos. The lunch menu has the perfect size servings. To top it all the music we really chill and set a great mood.

    (4)

  • Michele L.

    Fantastic! Great po boys, tacos and crab cakes! Definitely order the key lime pie. Great service too. It's a must while you're in Ocean City.

    (4)

  • Nicole S.

    Amazing fish specials!

    (5)

  • Paige S.

    Food is by far best in OC. The scallop dinner and calamari are the best!!! Must go to if you are in the area! Food also arrives pretty quickly too!

    (5)

  • Elizabeth A.

    Love the concept behind Hooked- they definitely are committed to the concept of fresh and local food. This translates even to their beers, which are all locally brewed, with a pretty nice collection of flavors sampled. Their cocktails were definitely on point as well, though a wider selection would be nice. I am vegan, and I had hoped to painlessly modify the vegetarian platter to be vegan. Unfortunately, that's a no-go-- the tomatoes are fried in an egg batter, there's nothing to substitute the cheese for, so you're left with nothing on the plate. Luckily our server (whose name I forget! sorry!) was extremely accommodating, and worked with me to come up with a combination of addons from other dishes (the quinoa from the salmon, the fingerling potatoes from something else, the sauce from a salad, etc.). The flatbread could be made vegan without the gruyère sauce as well, and she personally suggested swapping in chimichurri to make it less dry, an A+ suggestion. My seafood loving family were unwowed with the crab cake, but loved the fish and chips made with cod, as well as the rockfish. The humbleberry pie was so fantastic it humbles you- definitely the high point of the night. I recommend it to those who don't normally get dessert, because it's not overly sweet and lets the berries shine. Our server definitely made the experience worth it for me by being so helpful, but my dinner did honestly feel a little mishmoshed. If you read this Hooked-- if you put something vegan on the menu I'll love you forever! But at the end of the day I don't mind-- I mean, it is a seafood restaurant, and I don't fault them for not catering to me because, hey, if I don't eat seafood I bet I'm not your target audience!

    (4)

  • Matt B.

    Everything about this place made it seem like it was going to be a winner. The kids menu items seemed to be the best. The calamari was good, probably the only saving grace. The wings were ok tasting but they were whole with the drum, wing, and tip together. So they werent really cooked through enough. I had the wedge salad and it was gross. After the dinner; calamari (shared), 2 wings, and a wedge salad I had a stomach ache.

    (2)

  • Mark R.

    Along with Longboard and Ky West, Hooked defies the tired beach restaurant paradigm. This place is awesome with a great staff, cool vibe and amazing food. We got the fried oysters, seared scallops, fried green tomatoes and the vegetarian plate. Everything was excellent. If this place was back home in DC, we'd go all the time.

    (5)

  • Chris W.

    I'm hooked on Hooked!!! My boyfriend and I came here for lunch after yelping during our Ocean City vacation... We ordered the calamari, mussels, and crabcake dinner with asparagus!!! Amazing! Everything was full of flavor and cooked to perfection! Then, the French toast bread pudding with maple bacon syrup and a side of cinnamon ice cream was melt in your mouth good!!! And the mason water jars give a nice summer outdoor feel to this cute indoor restaurant! Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is because they sat us in the back of an empty restaurant and there are a few flies which we could've done without he company of.

    (4)

  • Alexa A.

    Hooked was a great find in a very tourist-friendly city. A lot of places in Ocean City are all you can eat seafood places that are not upscale and are all very similar. Hooked had a different, classier feel to it and it was charming. The menu is small but each dish is very detailed. The cocktail list also had a nice selection. The peach margarita was perfectly made.. also had a good tap beer selection. Our server was approachable, attentive and honest. He suggested the tuna entree as well as the scallops entree. My friend and I started our meal with a chopped kale salad with basil-pesto vinegar which was a great start to the meal. We went with the servers selection of the scallops and tuna. The scallops were perfectly seared and the grits served with it were smoky and complimented the fish well. The ahi tuna dish had a nice sear as well as nice lemon zest underneath the fish with the gazpacho. Both dishes were phenomenal with nice sized portions. I was in OC for vacation but would love to visit Hooked again upon my return.

    (5)

  • Kim B.

    WOW! Everything was outstanding! We had calamari and the wedged salad for appetizer and it was he best I've had! Try the crab cakes and the chicken dish. You won't be disappointed! Katie was great and brought water and bread out as soon as we sat! Make sure you go whole in OC!

    (5)

  • Jeri C.

    Absolutely wonderful! Food is delicious and the portions are very healthy. The staff is kind and extremely efficient. We were seated, served and out in under 30 min. We have come two years in a row and were pleased to receive the same service and quality of food. MUST GO!!!

    (5)

  • Katie H.

    I went to Hooked for lunch and I was certainly not disappointed. We shared a calamari appetizer, as well as the crab dip. Both were excellent! The calamari had a spicy mayo-like sauce, which had a slight kick but wasn't overwhelmingly spicy! The crab dip was served with crispy bread and it was delicious. Full from the appetizers, I had the crab bisque for my meal. It was amazing -- even had lumps of crab meat! I'd absolutely recommend to anyone, and I will certainly be back next time I come to the beach!

    (5)

  • Andy W.

    We started are dinner with the crab flat bread which was amazing with the crumbled bacon and white truffle oil. Large portion for an appetizer. Well done! For our entrees, I got the seared scallops with cheesy grits and a smoked beef broth. Nice sized dish with good sized scallops and balanced flavor. My wife got the red curry salmon entree. The description had lots of favors but the dish itself was lacking which was a disappointment for the price. Nice restaurant space and balance if indoor and outdoor eating space but no direct bay view.

    (3)

  • Peter T.

    Very creative and tasty options on the menu ... perfect environment for early dinner. Our party had halibut special, seared scallops, fish n' chips and cheeseburger ... all of which came out perfectly. Service was great and the restaurant is nicely decorated. Will definitely plan to come back here every time I am in ocean city!

    (5)

  • Mark H.

    Fresh and high quality sea food. I am glad I came by and will definitely come back. I stopped on my way here when on vacation in Delaware and Ocean City, Maryland beaches for the day. It was the best rated restaurant on Yelp so I thought I would give it a try. I had the rockfish which had greek yogurt in it and had a very strong and crisp taste to it. I had also tried the salmon and the shrimp which were all delightful. The ambiance is great as well as are the decorations. Overall will recommend.

    (4)

  • Pete D.

    Food was good but not sensational. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff and service was fairly quick. Prices seemed fair for the area.

    (4)

  • Alex L.

    I don't understand how this place got such great reviews. Our calamari was so salty I had to peel the batters off. My husband's fish & chips tasted funny. The only dish I was happy with was my seared scallop with grits.

    (2)

  • Kristi P.

    The restaurant is very nice looking. Modern and clean looking decor. The outdoor bar on the ground level is super cute. Would have liked to have had a drink there but my boyfriend and I were starving and went inside right away. We were seated promptly upstairs. Our waitress Olivia was great. She always had a smile on her face and was there when needed. The scallop entrée was so delish! I highly recommend that dish and this restaurant.

    (5)

  • Martin P.

    For the money I think the food is nothing special. I had the Scallops and it did look good but it had no taste.

    (1)

  • Emily L.

    We snook in for a late night meal just around closing time. We expected to be turned away but were graciously welcomed by a pleasant staff and attentive waiter. We enjoyed our meal- one of the best we have ever had. I will highly recommend this restaurant to anyone in ocean city looking for something quiet and a little upscale.

    (5)

  • Matt W.

    We've been to Hooked several times. We've visited most of the sister restaurants as well. The food is fresh and tasty. The ambiance is also very nice. The staff is very friendly. We will continue to come back regularly.

    (5)

  • Christina G.

    Amazing.food!!!! Service was so good, prompt, friendly, and food came out quick! Cant wait to come back!

    (5)

  • Vickie C.

    Excellent! Food, service, and atmosphere were just excellent. The sangria was awesome! My husband and I have been looking for good food in OCMD since we got here. I highly recommend this place!

    (5)

  • Kyle D.

    One of the highest quality restaurants in the area. Love the shrimp tacos, and crab dip. Good selection of food and drinks. Good portions, great flavor, nice atmosphere.

    (5)

  • Kevin Matthew T.

    Date of Visit: 7/1/15 When checking into our hotel in Bethany Beach, DE, the receptionist at the front desk told my mom that Ocean City, MD was only about a 10-15 minute drive away. Upon hearing that information, my mom already decided that we would eat in Ocean City for dinner. After a few hours of soaking up some sun, enjoying the crystal clear water, and relaxing poolside at our hotel, my mom, aunt, and I prepared to head off to Ocean City by taking showers and getting dressed. Once we finished getting ready for the rest of the night, all that was left to do was deciding on a restaurant to eat at. Never having ever really eaten or been down in OCMD in a while, we consulted Yelp on the best places to go. Hooked was one of the top picks that we were given, considering its high and numerous amount of ratings, so we decided to go there. We were afraid we wouldn't make it in time, considering the place closed at 9pm, but the drive really was short and we made to the restaurant well before then. When we arrived, the extremely friendly hostess told us it would be about a half hour wait. Not a problem at all. We were just happy that we made it before closing time. Luckily, after only about 10 minutes, our table was already ready for us. Our waitress, Allie (alternate spelling/sp?) was the one who took care of us and she was absolutely FANTASTIC! She was very attentive, outgoing, patient, and willing to satisfy all our needs and answer all of our questions. She also gave us some awesome recommendations and clearly knew the menu very well, describing them with such precision and finesse. For our appetizers, we ordered the bacon-wrapped scallops and fried calamari (Allie's recommendation). Along with it came their bread. For the bread, my only problem with it is that it wasn't very warm when it came out. Other than that, it was absolutely scrumptious. Soft, drizzled in olive oil among other things, and in a good portion for my mom, aunt, and I to split. The bacon-wrapped scallops were my absolute favorite. The bacon was cooked exactly to my liking--not too crispy, but not too rubbery either. It paired so well with the scallop, which was also cooked to perfection. The corn salsa and aioli was a nice garnish. The calamari we had was just like the bacon--not too rubbery, but crispy enough. Instead of marinara, it was served with spicy mayo, which wasn't too spicy for my taste. My main meal was the red curry jumbo shrimp, which coincidentally happened to be Allie's favorite dish off the menu. It was served with baby bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, coconut ginger rice, garlic confit, togarashi, and curly scallions. The plate was smaller than I imagined, and not a predominantly soupy curry, which was perfect. I thoroughly enjoyed my dish, especially since I love mushrooms. Getting the shells off some of the shrimp was a bit of a pain at times, but it was well worth it. My only real complaint is that I wish there was more rice on the plate. To complement my meal, I also decided to order a margarita. When asking Allie what kind of margaritas they served, the first thing that came out of her mouth was along the lines of "peach mango." I was sold and immediately stopped her there, for she had just uttered my two favorite fruits (and in combination) ever. The margarita was served on the rocks in a hipster mason jar (bonus points!), and was honestly probably one of the best and tastiest margaritas I've ever had. For my mom, she got the seared tuna, which I believe was one of the specials for the day. When she ordered it, she didn't realize it wouldn't be fully cooked, so she sent it back to the kitchen to have it cooked a little more. When it came back, it was cooked a little more, but not all the way. Allie came over to see how we were doing and my mom explained what had happened. Allie then explained to my mom that that's how the dish was prepared (as she didn't realize that). She compared it to sushi, as the fish isn't cooked completely. After, Allie then offered my mom to take it back and order something else, but my mom decided to keep her food, knowing she'd like it either way, despite still preferring fully cooked fish. But after the first bite, she was satisfied with how it turned out and continued eating. The nice helping of greens under the fish definitely helped as well. My aunt also had one of the daily specials, but decided on the halibut instead. This dish also had lots of vegetables to be eaten, so my aunt was more than satisfied. We almost passed up on dessert, but after hearing Allie's run-down on what they had, we decided to get something. What we ordered was a lemon mascarpone cheesecake topped with fresh blackberries and raspberries. My mom, aunt, and I split up one piece among the three of us. It was tart, light, and not too sweet. A perfect way to end our perfect meal. Overall, our experience was phenomenal, from the ambiance to the service and to the food. We'll definitely be coming back soon.

    (5)

  • Lauren W.

    I was just on the phone with my dad, to tell him about this amazing restaurant my friends and I found in Ocean City during our last visit. When I couldn't remember the name, I looked through my Yelp reviews.. to realize I forgot to review it! I blame it on the delicious calamari. It does things to your mind. Four of us went for a very late lunch - somewhere around 3. I enjoyed the look of the restaurant. Cool-toned colors, simple, and quiet. A mix of casual and classy. There were a couple occupied tables in the restaurant, but we were there to hang out at the bar and eat. I really wish I could remember our bartender's name, because he was fantastic. He was both perfectly knowledgeable, efficient and professional and yet really personable and chill the whole time. The bar is pretty small, maybe room for about 15 people or so; so it could probably get pretty crowded if it was busy. He also made some delicious drinks - I really liked the orange crush, but all the cocktails looked yummy. The food really shines though. Just like the ambience of the restaurant, it's a great mix of casual and classy. Tons of options that are perfect casual plates at the bar or nicer options at a table (or you can feel free to flip flop those scenarios). We decided to go nutso and order pretty much everything. We started off with calamari, fish & shrimp tacos, tuna (I think) tartare, and wings. Yes, that is one appetizer per person. For meals, we went with the scallop po' boy, the burger w/ truffle cheese fries, some type of chicken sandwich, and something else. Yes, that is one entree per person too. The reason why I'm blanking on the last two dishes is because I went about a month ago. And while looking at their menu to jog my memory, I realized that they change their menu seasonally because so many unfamiliar things were on it. And that is awesome. I wish I could tell you which dishes were my favorite, and which to avoid. But each dish was awesome. The calamari was truly excellent - trust every other Yelper's rave review and order it! A must at this restaurant. The boom boom shrimp tacos were also SO flavorful and light and perfect that I very nearly ordered them for my meal after eating them as an appetizer. I picked the scallop sandwich for my main; and while I really enjoyed it, there wasn't anything that punched me in the face about it. So if you like scallops, I would definitely recommend it - but I probably wouldn't order it myself again simply because there are just too many other items to try. The pesto fries were perfect, and if you feel like a $4 upcharge on fries, the bacon truffle cheese fries were SUPER indulgent and tasty. Every dish was just really well thought out. You could tell that a real chef was in there trying to create delicious food. When you combine that with realistic prices (not dirt cheap, but certainly reasonable for seafood at a popular tourist town!), AND awesome daily specials, it really makes for a special place. Speaking of the specials, we found out that they have a daily happy hour that is something like 4 or 5 hours long. Good deals on all drinks (beer, wine, and cocktails), and a selection of food too. This was definitely my favorite place in Ocean City. My dad currently lives about 40 minutes away, and I've already arranged to go down and visit him soon.. just so I can talk him into going here for dinner.

    (5)

  • Emilee F.

    Amazing! We checked it out for dinner after reading all these amazing things & were not let down! Crab soup was delicious & the spicy mayo on the calamari was to die for. I had the fried green tomatoes with goat cheese & fingerling potatoes, it's hard to find good vegetarian options so that was what I was most excited about. We'll definitely be returning every time we're in town

    (5)

  • Romel S.

    Great food. Had their blackened fish taco, it was fresh and full of taste. Nice atmosphere. Will be back here.

    (4)

  • Joshua E.

    This was one of the best meals I have had in a long time. The place is simple but functional in its layout. Outdoor seating is available with an outdoor bar available. Once inside there is seating along the first floor and then additional seating on the second level with a bar on each. They have a decent wine selection to choose from as well as 7 or 8 craft beers on draft, some local and a few more common to the region. No reservations are taken but tonight we got right in. We arrived at about 6 o'clock and asked to sit on the 2nd floor. The tables with white linen and then white paper over the top are different but functional for clean up and turn over rates. Our server was pleasant all though under dressed I thought, but as were some of the others. There was not really a consistency through out at all other then the bartenders wore light blue and servers wore black t shirts. Honestly though that was the only negative about our whole experience. After we ordered cocktails, our waitress brought homemade focaccia bread with olive oil and fresh cracked pepper. We then ordered the jerk chicken wings for an appetizer. They were cooked to perfection. Nice color with a crisp skin, yet juicy and tender on the inside served along side a fresh lime wedge and sauce to dip the wings in if you chose to. They offered one special which tonight was halibut, but I was in the mood for tuna. I ordered the Thai Basil Pan Seared Tuna. It was cooked medium rare just as I had ordered and served over a bed of fresh zucchini and squash noodles, that we're light and crispy. The fresh basil was chopped and crusted into the fish which was a nice fresh contrast to the salty Thai sauce that garnished the noodles and bed of greens. I also paired dinner with an order of the white cheddar grits. They were the consistency of a rich and creamy polenta. And for the $3 they cost could have been a meal in themselves. Either way both were extraordinary. For desert we got a piece of the chocolate chip cookie dough cheesecake which was big enough for 2 and some. The whole place was pleasant from the staff to the fresh and very well put together dishes. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area and would go out of my way to eat here again. We look forward to returning either to Hooked or one of the other locations nearby.

    (5)

  • Brian R.

    We always try to hit a really nice restaurant while on vacation with a seafood focus. This place is amazing. Our group had, the vegetarian plate, fish and chips, scallops, and steak frites. The food was fast. We arrive just after 8pm with a 9pm closing time which was ideal.

    (5)

  • Malena L.

    Me and my family chose to try Hooked because of its reviews and they lived up to every positive review. Great seafood! Great drinks! Great service! I love dining here. If I could afford to everyday, I would!

    (5)

  • Deb B.

    First time trying out hooked, really liked the fact that it was all local. Our server, I think her name was Hilary, was attentive and friendly. The lunch menu was pretty short but I still couldn't decide because the options they did have all sounded soo good. We started off with the calamari which was delicious, the spicy mayo was different. My boyfriend and I both got the shrimp tacos and they were perfect on the tastebuds. Will definitely be back for dinner in the summer.

    (5)

  • Carla D.

    Great find in Ocean City! My husband had the red curry shrimp with coconut rice. I thought he was going to lick his plate.I had the seared scallops with grits and green beans. When I ordered it I thought I would just skip the grits, but it was all such a great combination I ate it all. Even my grandson who can be a picky eater, was eating the green beans from my plate. He had the grilled shrimp with fries and after every bite said, Ummm, this is so good! Our son had the steak with spinach. Loved it and it was a huge portion. Calamari was good though slightly greasy. The service was quick, friendly and professional. Definitely putting on our list to return.

    (4)

  • Linnette G.

    Food at the beach is usually crabs and ribs. Hooked had crab, but boy was it different and excellent. We ate fish and shrimp tacos for lunch, then came back for dinner, capers and wedge salad were beyond ordinary, crab cake, soft shelled crab and ahi entrees were excellent. The service was outstanding. Wine was good. Just as advertised, fresh, local, honest!

    (5)

  • Jeff K.

    I've been to Hooked once on a recent trip to OC and what a pleasant surprise from so many terrible spots in Ocean City... THE PROS The parking lot they have makes it easy to park without driving around for a while or paying for street parking. Attentive service that is prompt, friendly and courteous. Very clean Food is delicious, especially the cheesy grits!! They are amazing! The salmon was super good and all the vegetables taste fresh and everything was cooked well! THE CONS The crab dip was a little disappointing..expected better so I probably wouldn't order that again. Overall, this is a great spot well worth checking out as I know I'll return next visit to OC!

    (4)

  • Mommabee T.

    Went last night with my family there was tons of people and a hour wait. So we waited only to be disappointed. I had the cioppino and my husband had the roasted chicken very disappointed. We were going to split the cioppino because the waitress said it was a good size portion... Um my five year could eat that size if it tasted good. I used to high quality food and very disappointed. Not worth the wait!!!

    (2)

  • Nanette D.

    I read several reviews and expected more from Hooked. The calamari got rave reviews from others but I found that it was over-battered and greasy. They tossed it in the aioli rather than serving it on the side , which didn't help their cause. The menu was very limited and we ended up ordering a wedge salad (very good), crab cake and jerk chicken wings (meh). With so many other restaurants in the area, I doubt we will be back here again.

    (2)

  • Lisa N.

    We love Hooked! We prefer to sit at the bar and order appetizers. John takes great care of you. As for food - Fried calamari and mussels were very good. We've also enjoyed the flatbread and the bacon wrapped scallops on a previous visit. Cioppino (entree) was tasty and asparagus salad was "interesting". Not what we expected but yummy. Friends ordered an amazing crab cake. We'll try that on our next visit. You can't go wrong with this restaurant or one of the others owned by them. Their "farm, ocean, table" concept works!!! 2 hr projected wait on a busy holiday weekend is a pretty standard wait in OC (not just at Hooked but neighboring restaurants as well). This place is worth the wait. Others not so much. Just relax and enjoy a local craft brew or a spicy Bloody Mary.

    (5)

  • Lioness D.

    Okay,SO we went to hooked earlier today for lunch. We had drinks and apps (calamari & jerk chicken,both pretty good) Our server Kelsey was amazing.Great personality,and Very sweet.As an establishment,we liked Hooked overall.Our problem was not with the staff,but with the table next to us.They were a table of four (age range 60+)Caucasion people.First off there was a woman in one of the couples who was VERY loud,domineering,and obviously very opinionated on Racial matters.To be very honest,her husband and fellow diners seemed embarrased by her behavior. My fiance and I are young,African-American 20-Somethings,to be very clear.When my guy got up to go to the bathroom,I was treated to them reminiscing about the "good old days" and how their parents were racists.I WAS VERY VERY OFFENDED.It made no sense to me that this group had NO CONSIDERATION for the table RIGHT ACROSS FROM THEM.When Kelsey came back to take our entrée orders,we just asked for the check,My fiance mentioned we wanted the check "to get away from certain people",no response from Kelsey.It couldve been because she was busy,we dont know.No staff person cared anything about the offensive conversation.It was said very loudly by this woman that she and her husband were locals and frequently come to Hooked.My fiance wanted to say something about my experience,but I begged him not to.The embarrasment of her group spoke volumes.Hooked was a nice place,but based on our first experience we wont be returning.I couldn't believe my ears.

    (3)

  • Blake H.

    Started out with the Crunchy Tuna Lettuce Wraps (you get 2 soft tacos) and they were good but not amazing. I only say that because I could taste a lot of wasabi and I am not a wasabi lover. Still tasty and a good size for an app. As my entree I got the Cioppino and it was really good! It had a lot of seafood with a pesto crostini to dip in the broth. The person I was with got the Seared Scallops and those were really good as well but just know that it is a suuuper rich dish so I don't recommend this for anyone that wants a lighter dish. Very good though! I definitely want to go back and try more items on the menu.

    (4)

  • Carmen H.

    I went there on a Friday night with my family and had to wait about 45 minutes until there was a seat for three. That being said, I was really hoping that it was worth the wait. It was. We ended up having a seat upstairs inside the restaurant, where it was nice and quaint and the walls were filled with Kevin Fleming's photograph which were pleasant to look at. The service was a bit rushed (hence the 4 stars) but only because they were busy, but everyone was nice and friendly-our waitress took a while to check up on us and we were desperately needing our water refilled. For the food, hands down, 5 stars. We had ordered: Fried calamari: it's lightly breaded so the squid isn't overpowered which is great. You could really taste the freshness- it's almost like eating sushi- it's that fresh! The aioli really complimented the calamari-definitely one of the best I've ever eaten. Crab Bisque: the menu stated there was jalapeño, I honestly couldn't really taste it but the crab lumps in there were delicious and the bisque is just rich and creamy, it made everyone swoon. (It would have been nice at that time for the waitress to check up and refill out water but, it was a busy night. Oh well.) For the entree, I had ordered the Thai Basil Seared Tuna. It was perfectly seared for a well seasoned crust, leaving a beautiful medium rare centered, very impressed. On the first bite, I was overpowered by a strong citrusy flavor from the julienned assorted vegetables and citrus skin. However, the more you eat it, it felt much more natural and it turns out to compliment the fish very well. We also ordered pesto fries as a side and it tasted really good, lots of pesto flavor but it was the least of our favorite as our entree dishes just really outshone everything. My brother ordered the Crabcake and was present with fingerling potatoes and two large crabcakes. The crab cakes were delicious, juicy and perfect cooked with a nice crispy crust. Best part, not much breading! The only complaint he had was the fingerling potatoes, there wasn't anything special with it and the crab cakes probably should have had a side of coleslaw. Last but not least, in my opinion the best entree was my mother's- seared scallops and grits. It was delicious with the bacon broth and the corn. Just sweet and flavorful, creamy deliciousness with every bite. It's rather hard to please my mom as she is a super taster (she has more taste buds/receptors than the average person) so it's very rare for her to compliment on food. And she complimented on it and ate the whole dish clean. For dessert, we shared the key lime pie. I personally dislike key lime pie so I felt that it tasted like any other key lime flavor. I loved the whipped cream on top though as well as the texture of the pie itself- it had a mousse-like/custard consistency which is much different than most key lime pies. The crust is nice and crumbly-very addicting. My brother and mom were in love with the pie though, remarking about the texture of the pie as well as how there is a perfect balance of sweet and sour/tartness, it's very fresh tasting and you could really taste the lime. Overall, the food is great, service is alright. Lots of flavors so you really have to sit down and just soak it in. At first we thought it tasted alright, but once we took the second bite, slowly tasted it, boom. Flavor-town! Another thing that would have been great is water, water, water. It's great to cleanse the palate, so you can taste it again and really savor it. All in all, a great place and I would definitely go back and try the rest of their dishes.

    (4)

  • Amber F.

    THIS PLACE! First of all, we showed up at around 5:30 on a Friday night and were given our choice of seating; we chose the upstairs balcony which overlooks the back parking lot but was still nice and quiet, we were the first and only ones there until our apps came out. I went with the calamari, my husband had the grilled jerk wings. The calamari was seasoned perfectly, was crunchy and had a spicy sauce (similar to Bonefish Grill's bang-bang sauce, a mixture of sriracha and mayo maybe?). Even my husband, who doesn't like calamari, was "hooked." Haha. I'm punny. The wings were good, too. I had the scallops (over corn, pablanos, grits in a bacon broth) and I could eat this meal every day for the rest of my life. My husband had the Thai basil seared tuna and had them change out the zucchini/squash noodles for israeli couscous. He kept everything else (the ponzu was incredible) and the dish was fantastic! We each enjoyed two drinks a piece, the hooked lemonade was my favorite pick. We also got a piece of key like pie to go and when I tried it late last night, I wished I'd gotten a whole pie. Our bill was $109, but $32 of that was alcohol so I'm sure you could get out under $75 if you wanted to. Cortney was our waitress and she was helpful, funny and really nice. This was our second date night since our daughter was born 13 months ago and it didn't disappoint. We will be back next year!

    (5)

  • Sally S.

    This place is great! The atmosphere, the service, and the food are all outstanding. My boyfriend and I shared the calamari for an app and it was definitely one of the best ive ever had! They also serve fresh made bread topped with oil and herbs; its so unique and so delicious. I had a stew made with a white wine tomato broth and tons of variety of seafood. The shrimp was a bit overcooked buy other than that I thought it was also so so good! My boyfriend had the chicken entree which was very tasty! While we were eating a water glass was dropped by accident next to our table and to say sorry they gave us a free dessert! It was the chocolate ganache with coffee ice cream and it was very rich and tasty! We will definitely be back!

    (4)

  • Michael B.

    The food was excellent. The crab bisque was full of nuanced flavors, the cioppino had a lot of great, fresh seafood. The only thing I didn't like was that we were sitting near the kitchen and the roll of paper they used to cover the tables. It was very loud. So, if you don't get that table, you'll be fine.

    (4)

  • Nancy O.

    I wish I could give a true star rating but when we arrived a few minutes before 9:00 p.m last evening, the unwelcoming young woman behind the bar told us they were closed... It's strange since they were many tables full of people just ordering & receiving what looked like delicious appetizers! When I exclaimed my disappointment and let her know that we had been driving for long time and we're looking forward to trying their food, she told us we should try going to another restaurant. Not a good move for a new place in town trying to make a name for themselves! Might want to provide some better customer service training for your staff

    (1)

  • Kat F.

    I was expecting a great experience, and this place lived up to the hype. I had come here back in September, but just for drinks (Orange Crush FTW!) and an appetizer at their lovely outdoor bar. I didn't feel ready to review Hooked until I had a full meal. Came here last weekend for my birthday dinner, and it was delicious! The menu was really quite small, and there are very few dinner options for people who don't like seafood (basically just chicken or a burger). Luckily, everyone at our table was down with seafood. My bf and I both got the orange-glazed salmon with brussels sprouts and fingerling potatoes. The potatoes were a bit undercooked, but everything else was great! Hooked is all about high quality food and service.

    (4)

  • Lori A.

    My boyfriend and I ate here last night after seeing all the amazing reviews and we were not disappointed! If you want to treat yourself to a nice dinner, this is the place to go. Our server, Tim, was awesome. He was knowledgable on the menu, and gave legit recommendations, not just the most expensive dishes on the menu. You can always tell when a server is trying to up sell you and that wasn't the case here. The drinks are yummy and will definitely give you a nice buzz! I recommend the strawberry mojito and a speciality whiskey drink. Now to the food- we both love calamari so that was the first thing we ordered. It has a nice zing to it and all the pieces were meaty (in a good way). My boyfriend got the fish & chips, and instead of chips you get these delicious pesto fries. I couldn't stop reaching over to snag some. I got the scallop dish, and although it had more corn than I would have liked, I definitely still enjoyed it. We went a little on the earlier side, close to 630 and waited not even 5 minutes to be seated, but I could tell that it starts to fill up the later you wait to go. Next time I come to OC I will definitely be coming here again, just to try some other yummy dish.

    (5)

  • Andrew W.

    Oh my. Fresh, yummy, and great atmosphere. My son loved his burger, fish sandwich was perfect, and my wife's Caesar salad with shrimp was tasty and light. Will definitely come again.

    (5)

  • Bill H.

    Absolutely fantastic, the food was fresh I had to fish and chips and my wife had the oyster Po boy. I substituted a Caesar salad for my french fries and that was a great combination at no additional charge. All the staff was very friendly and the food came out very fast which was a surprise because it was busy. We ate there for lunch and liked it so much we went back that same day for dinner and the experience was just as good. The scallop and grits dish was absolutely terrific.

    (5)

  • Dan A.

    We finally made it to Hooked on a Saturday night. We ordered Mojitos which were excellent while waiting for our table (20 min). We ordered the Crab dip & Clams for appetizers. Both were exceptional! For dinner, Crab Cakes, Seared Scallops & the Soft Shell Crab Special. Everything was exquisite! Paula, our server, was awesome! We will be back...

    (5)

  • Katy K.

    We went for lunch after reading the reviews. We live in Baltimore City and Hooked could stand with the best restaurants there. Fresh is the best word to describe it. I was torn between the blackened fish tacos and seared ahi tuna lettuce wrap. I asked the server and he recommended the tuna. I was not disappointed! I highly recommend them! The tuna was seated medium rare vs rare which was better for me (personal taste). My husband ordered the fish and chips-also excellent. There was a very nice kids menu with the typical selections plus shrimp and a filet! The kids sides were great. They offered different items such as watermelon and peas (eww not together). They have us crayons for the kids menu plus there was paper over the table clothes. Great bonus. The drinks were expensive but worth the price. So if you're on a tight budget skip them but if not then go for it. I had the Bees Knees (1 with lunch, 1 as a dessert). Very good. $11 each so it is pricey. My husband had the Hooked Lemonade and he said he wouldn't mind a few more but he was driving. My kids decided to split the cookie dough cheesecake. My oldest didn't like it (it was his first cheesecake, he's a picky eater). The server was great and brought him a fresh baked choc chip cookie at no charge. That really makes the service stand out. My husband and I thought the cheesecake was good. I probably needed it to pad my belly from all the drinks! The price was extremely reasonable then you add the freshness and it's a bargain! This is a must for my next OC visit!!

    (5)

  • Hope S.

    Best fish tacos I've had (blackened with spicy mayo), crab bisque tdf, and pomegranate marg. I'm only in town for a couple days but we are coming back. Simply delish.

    (5)

  • Ken N.

    Had dinner here tonight with my significant other and we definitely enjoyed the food here. To start, this restaurant is definitely a $$$ place, not sure why Yelp has it as $$. The peach margarita and calamari we got to start the meal was absolutely perfect. I would say this was the best calamari I've had in a while. Perfectly fried, generously portioned (probably best split by 3-4 people, however), and sauced with the spicy mayo; absolutely a must have. We ended up getting the seared scallops and the crab cake entrée - I was hesitant on the crab cake since it's a dish that is always overpriced and under delivers. Nothing else on the menu really caught my eye so I went with it. I would say on the crab cake scale it was a 7 out of 10. It was a generous portion but lacked in flavor. The lefty greens and couscous it sat on were fine. The scallops were well seared but were on the undercooked side. The scallops were on cheesy grits which was good, although the bacon broth lacked a smokiness to it and perhaps was just country ham. The service was fine; our waitress seemed knowledgeable about the menu and food came out quickly (although this was around 5:30pm with the restaurant at less than half capacity). The restaurant was nicely decorated - really dug the photographs on canvas with bold colors. The music was not too loud and really fit the relaxed, down to earth feel of the place. I could not do a perfect 5 stars because the entrées could have been more on point; I believe the menu could benefit from being refreshed as well. Overall, great experience - I definitely recommend stopping by for a meal a little fancier than the usual affair on the beach.

    (4)

  • Paul K.

    Very impressed by this place. Everything is locally sourced and the menu is seasonal, so you get the freshest and best available items in your dishes. The service is great, and the manager was going around to every table checking on everyone to make sure they were enjoying their food and having a good time. Apps--had the crab dip with housemade chips and the fried calamari. The crab dip is made with gruyere cheese, which goes really well with the huge chunks of crab in the dip. Awesome. The fried calamari was perfectly cooked as well. Entrees--I had the cioppino and my fiancee had the crab cakes. Everything in the cioppino was perfectly cooked and very flavorful. The chorizo was especially good. I'm not a big fan of crab cakes in general so I can't say much about the crab cakes here. My fiancee loved them, though, and she's pretty tough when it comes to crab cakes...so they must be good. Dessert--we had the chocolate ganache sprinkled with hawaiin sea salt with a scoop of ice cream. So good. I wish we had more room to finish this but we were so full from the apps and entrees that we just couldnt. We'll definitely be coming here again if we're ever in the area.

    (5)

  • Matt S.

    Overall Hooked was great. I got the Orange Crush Cocktail which was good, but watch out because each of their cocktails are $10. That just seems a little expensive for a somewhat simple cocktail in a mason jar. I also got the Crab Bisque, which was amazing. Finally, I got the Crab Flatbread, which was also very good (maybe a little too much corn, but still very good). See pics.

    (5)

  • Kelly R.

    If you are ever in the OC area this restaurant is a must if your a foodie. The seafood is amazingly fresh. It was completely worth the hour plus wait for a table. We had the fried Calamari at the bar while waiting. It was lite and seasoned well. The calamari melted like butter. For our entree I had the Scallops with braised bacon, roasted corn and cheese grits. It all worked perfectly together. I couldn't stop eating it. My husband had the Chioppino. The pesto made the whole dish marry well together. We took a moment after dinner to appreciate what we just ate. Btw the service was also great and friendly.

    (5)

  • Colin D.

    Stopped in with my family for dinner here last night. We were sat quickly and in no time had our appetizers arrive. I had the Pei Mussels with my wife and they were delicious. When the main dishes arrived I was surprised that even the kids meals came played so nicely. I had the jumbo shrimp curry which was great and my wife had the vegetarian inspiration. Everyone left stuffed! The portions were large, which I assumed they would be smaller and ordered a side of asparagus. I wish I didn't because I couldn't eat it all. Even the side of asparagus was plenty! Our waitress was great to us and the kids. And the rest of the staff we crossed paths with were equally friendly.

    (5)

  • Noah B.

    Hooked was phenomenal! By far the best food in OC! The server was cheerful in a genuine way. To start off we ordered the flatbread, calamari, and I had a roasted corn and jalapeño crab bisque (the crab bisque was the crown jewel). All the apps were delicious and everything tasted fresh. For my entrée I had the roasted chicken in a broth with prosciutto and crab meat. The chicken was succulent and juicy and the broth was incredible. Definitely the best meal I've ever had in Ocean City!

    (5)

  • Jen Y.

    Been here a handful of times. This time everything was good, but not great. Halibut was excellent, but the batter for the fish and chips was bland, and my son didn't end up eating it. (We all had a taste and agreed) Ahi tuna special was ok. Hubby said it was a little bland, and needed something. Steak with horseradish was devoured by my 15 yo son. Desserts of key lime pie and French toast bread pudding were awesome!

    (4)

  • Ben W.

    Food, drinks, service, atmosphere were all fantastic.

    (5)

  • Kristine B.

    This place is amazing! Fresh, tasty, clean... Food is delicious. Calamari the best !!! fish tacos, fish and chips and the Crab Bisque is to die for. Amazing lemon ricotta cheesecake. Thank you Natalie great service.

    (5)

  • Barbara H.

    Food was pretty good. Tried to be fancier than they needed to be and unfortunately reflected in the price. Service was awesome from hostess to the multitude of employees on staff.

    (3)

  • Rob N.

    Excellent place to eat if you are in OC. Great fresh food and they have good beer on draft. Probably one of the best places in OC.

    (5)

  • Denise L.

    Yummy, yummy in my tummy! My family and I dined here during our summer trip to OC. This is certified quality seafood supported by awesome service. There was a friendly hostess who made my entire family feel welcomed. She made sure that we were all accounted for, seated and comfortable. She recommended dishes and even checked on us throughout the meal. As a unit we all recommend the buttermilk battered oysters, buttermilk battered oysters and the seafood pasta. Everything was good but those were the favorites. Hooked provided an excellent experience and I will be returning for our next family trip.

    (5)

  • Larry J.

    The service from Sean and the staff at hooked was Excellent. We had a bad weekend of picking food but hooked changed our mind about Ocean city food especially the SEAFOOD freshest I've had in years. Thanks Too Sean for the great suggestions and being so knowledgeable of the full menu..

    (5)

  • Suzanne H.

    Best place to eat in OC, period. Local, fresh food. Amazing bar and bartenders. Good waitstaff. Great food.

    (5)

  • James W.

    Best chicken wings ive ever had. Service was phenomenon. Soft crab shell sandwich was thee best. Going back with my peoples. They have to experience Hooked.

    (5)

  • Sara H.

    I really liked this place. The atmosphere is slightly upscale but comfy. The crab dip and swordfish BLT were very good. The service was great.

    (4)

  • Matt P.

    OUTSTANDING EXPERIENCE!!!! The atmosphere, service, and food was superb. Hooked is a unique, fresh, and delicious restaurant. Everything was fresh and presented well. Each menu item ordered was something delicious. Our server Mike was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful.

    (5)

  • Christie W.

    Definitely 5 star worthy. I had the calamari which kind of reminded me of bang bang shrimp if you've ever had that. Probably the best calamari I've eaten. For the main I had shrimp and grits. It was so flavorful. Each layer of it was wonderful, grits, greens, and shrimp.

    (5)

  • Huiyu Z.

    A great, unexpected dining experience. All dishes we ordered are cooked with innovation. The seared tuna is raw inside and grilled outside, a mix texture that is more satisfying than general tuna meat taste. Scallop is good but not surprise us, as the waiter recommended. Overall, seafoods are cooked just good and juicy. The dessert options seemed not as various as showed on Yelper pics. We wanted strawberry napoleon, but they don't have it. So we tried 2 out of 3 desserts, key lime pie and chocolate chips cheesecake. Both are OK, standard level, you can't expect too much focus on dessert in seafood restaurants. I like the patio seats and outdoor seating, but due to the packed business we seated by the window. Not bad at all, seats are more comfortable than booth seats!

    (4)

  • Sarah C.

    My husband and I came here on the first night of our mini-moon (mini honeymoon)...we couldn't have been more pleased! Everything was fresh and cooked perfectly! We did the 3 course, $18 special...we started with a Caesar Salad and Tomato Bisque - both were very good...the caesar dressing was homemade, and the best I've ever had! For our entrees, we both had the grilled swordfish over a bed of cous-cous, sausage and tomatos...I've had swordfish plenty of times before, but it has never been cooked so perfectly! It was tender and seasoned perfectly! Plus, the portion was pretty large! For dessert, we tried the Pumpkin Cheesecake...Oh My God! It was amazing!! It was served with nuts and a drizzle of caramel...SO GOOD! The drinks were absolutely delicious! I got the "Bees Knees"....it had Gin, some kind of citrus juice, and fresh honey...YUM! My hubs got the Orange Crush...and he LOVED it! Our server was amazing...she knew everything about everything and volunteered extra details about different items on the menu...we loved her! All in all, we had a wonderful experience and we can't stop talking about how excited we are to go back!!!

    (5)

  • Shanna E.

    I love love love love Hooked. Have been here twice and will come again and again, on every weekend beach trip. It's absolutely adorable, farm-to-table style inside. I got the chocolate bourbon cocktail, crab dip, wild mushroom flatbread, and the truffle burger and pesto fries. O. M. G. And I was disappointed that I couldn't even try everything else! I'll just have to keep coming back again and again.

    (5)

  • Diana S.

    We came right as they were transitioning from lunch to dinner & decided to have a couple of drinks to wait for dinner to start. Bartender was friendly & efficient even in a walking cast. Peach margarita & scallop entree were delicious. We dine here every summer when we visit & are never disappointed.

    (5)

  • Barry M.

    Hooked was absolutely phenomenal, in ever way. Walked into the restaurant minutes after a devastating Ravens playoff loss (to the Patriots who eventually won the Superbowl), when the bartender noticed my Ravens hat and offered me a conciliatory shot of Irish Whiskey while we waited on our table. As for the food, it's probably some of the best seafood I've had in Maryland, and definitely good for the price point. My wife and I split an order of the buttermilk calamari, which was fantastic, along with an order of the crab dip, which was my favorite crab dip in the state. For the main course, my wife had the fish and chips, and I had the cioppino. While we ordinarily share a fair amount of food for cross-tasting, on this occasion, both of us found ourselves suddenly possessive. I somewhat crudely paired my cioppino with a Sazerac, which was authentically made and tasted great. Every element of the meal felt more elegant than its price point, and the food was light, packed with flavor, and made me completely forget about the team-inspired ennui that I entered the restaurant with.

    (5)

  • Ali M.

    We were visiting and found Hooked on Yelp. Excellent choice! Very nice decor, friend and attentive staff. Food quality is great. Their 'Hooked' drinks are really good. Make sure to try the Calamari and Pesto Fries.

    (5)

  • Dayna U.

    Wow.... This place is amazing. Come on a Thursday for 2$ fish and shrimp tacos. Service is supreme, servers REALLY know the menu. A little pricy (about 30 an entree) but oh so delicious with generous portions. The bread.... I have no words. It's the stuff dreams are made of. Try the scallops (I was going to get the crab cakes, but Sean my server sold me when he described the cheesy bacon grits they come with). Live music when I was, acoustic country and harmonica; beautiful. Don't miss out on Hooked while in OC.

    (5)

  • Alfredo D.

    Nice place. Accomadated our large group of 11 at short notice. Very friendly staff. Helped explain the menu to us very thoroughly. Never rushed us. Food is fantastic! What a great selection on the menu. Even the kids have a nice choice on the kids menu. Not the same old stuff like other places. Nice selection of wine on their list. The El Libre Torrontes from Mendoza Argentina is fantastic. Can't wait to go back.

    (4)

  • Betsy D.

    this place was excellent Gordon Ramsey would be proud. The scallops were awesome in the bacon broth shiitake mushrooms and cheesy grits. Broccoli need to boot.

    (5)

  • Philip H.

    Great food, awesome atmosphere, and the service was phenomenal. Our server was very professional, brought our food out promptly, was friendly, and even came back after we got our check to say thank you and wished us a good night. Would recommend to friends. Check it out!

    (5)

  • Linda W.

    If you've ever thought beach food and fine dining are mutually exclusive, you haven't been to HOOKED yet! My oh my, oh my...are you ever in for a treat! Let's start with the cocktails...shouldn't we ALWAYS start with a cocktail? Hooked does their own beautiful infusions! Even the humble Ocean City, MD original, the Orange Crush, was elevated with a fresh orange and ginger-infused vodka. Nice take! While that was my dining companions choice, my own was a Smoky Mater...a delightful bloody Mary-ish, martini-ish delight with Illegal mezcal and their own tomato nectar and garnished with the most delightful smoked and pickled cherry tomatoes. So GOOD! Other house infusions included rosemary lemon vodka, peach tequila, a wildflower infusion...and there are house pickled cherries, too! (The back of the bar was very well stocked with a big selection of infusions in process and I spent a good amount of time marvelling at their beauty.) On to the starters. The first thing that caught my eye was the Roasted Corn & Jalapeno Crab Bisque. This old gluten issue always precludes cream soups - especially my favorite of all time, cream of crab or crab bisque. I'm SO used to "settling" for Maryland crab soup. Sigh. Cautiously I inquired about the bisque, all the while steeling myself for the inevitable "sorry." To my shock and delight, the crab bisque at Hooked is gluten-free. Glory be and hallelujah! I ordered it immediately. It. Was. Divine. Rich, creamy, corn-y, slightly spicy with jalapeno and crowned with lumps of beautiful, sweet, fresh Maryland blue crab. Thank you, thank you, Hooked! You gave a gluten-free chick a very, very happy moment...that I repeated during our week at the beach. Although it was hard to follow the bisque, my Truffled Raw Asparagus Salad with red onion, hard boiled egg, chunks of bacon, shaved Pecorino Romano atop Bibb lettuce and drizzled nicely with truffle aioli certainly lived up to my expectations. And then some! This is beach food?! Truffles really seemed to be the theme of the day as my companion selected Truffled Sweet Corn n' Crab Flatbread as her entree. She daintily, but thoroughly, polished off every single smidgen of the crisp, thin bread piled with good Maryland corn, lardons of bacon, fresh basil slivers, arugula and glorious Maryland blue crab...and white truffle! Hooked's tagline, "fresh . honest . local" isn't just there for show, it's their mantra. Their raison d'être, as it were. The quiet, intimate, yet casual space hummed with a professional, knowledgeable, yet friendly and accommodating staff. Our waiter knew every nuance of the menu and answered every question thoroughly. Dealing with this gluten-free diner/cocktail geek isn't an easy task, you know. Yet he did so with a smile. Dessert? Too full. And we had the rest of the week to worry about looking good(?) on the beach. We did each have another cocktail though. Hooked Orange Crushes all around, please. Mmmmmm...mightly fine dessert.

    (5)

  • Janice L.

    My review is only for the tiki bar. We arrived Ocean city in the afternoon and lunch time was over. So we sat at the Tiki Bar and ordered some snacks ( Chicken wings, Taco, Crab dip & Boom Boom shrimps) The snacks were great. The staff is so friendly, I accidentally knock over my friend's drink. She made new one for us and it's on the house. The only thing that need some improvement, I will say is the seasonal sangria is way too plain.

    (3)

  • Megan V.

    I would say all around this place was alright. The crab dip was good and was unique in that it had bacon on it and we hadn't had that at the other restaurants we tried while on vacation. My husband got the fish sandwich and he said the fish was bland as well as the batter it was fried in. I had the wedge salad and it needed lots of dressing as the lettuce itself had an odd taste to it...not like it was bad or old, almost like it had been cleaned with something and had not been rinsed thoroughly. Despite being there at 1pm on a Thursday and there only being a couple of tables the service was definitely lacking. Not awful, just not what we were expecting with all the great reviews.

    (2)

  • Ed W.

    210 4th St Ocean City MD Blue Lagoon As good as it gets, Attention to detail 10 Half pipe in the front yard. DOGTOWN Pets and beach and kids and BBQ and YES! Bodega with a badass Philly Cheese Steak and cool people at 100ft Beach and boardwalk at 300ft Intercoastal 150ft Rob and Deb, the owners have an attention to detail that is warm, Just vilkommen, bienvenue. My highest praise.

    (5)

  • Yaneth B.

    My husband, his parent and his nephew went for lunch during the Memorial Day Weekend and we were very disappointed with the food and service. The food in general was very greasy and heavy, not fresh like we had imagined it would be. We got two appetizers, one calamari which taste was ok, but it was super oily. We also got a crab dip that came with the oiliest homemade chips we have ever had. While ordering the appetizers we asked the server (which was probably the owner judging by how overconfident she was acting) if we could have bread with the crab dip and she went and said that they didn't have any (really?), that her chips were the best homemade chips ever and that if we wanted some kind of special bread we would have to pay for it. I could have said something to her but since we were with my in-laws I just gave up on the bread to not make them feel uncomfortable with the bread conversation. The entrees: we got two filet salmon blt, one burger and one seafood club. The only one we liked was the salmon blt. The other sandwiches were average and the seafood club was one of the worst seafood-sandwich combinations I have ever had. Also they "famous" pesto fries are horrible. I was so excited about them but disappointed when I got them. They were saggy and once again, VERY OILY. It was our first time here, and we would never ever come back. We are not picky eaters. We are smart eaters and in our opinion, they place is overrated. I doubt that its reviews and high ratings will stay up for too long. the food need to taste more fresh and the stuff needs to be a bit more humble.

    (1)

  • Nicole W.

    Definitely one of the better places to get food in OC. Given the level of quality offere and the fact that you're paying that OC markup to start with, the prices are surprisingly reasonable. I had the encrusted tilapia. The chilled sour elements pair delightfully with the fish, although I feel the dish would have been better off with grilled or even raw fish. The crust turned to mush from the salad and cantaloupe soup. Also, their sangria cocktail is pleasant, but tends toward the sweet side.

    (4)

  • Sara D.

    Hooked is a must-visit if you like seafood, and you're in OCMD. My friends and I tried Hooked, and loved it! We will be back! The atmosphere is really nice. Casual and comfortable. The wait staff was excellent. Our waters were being filled constantly, I don't think we had to ask even once. There weren't any clean tables when we got there, (a good sign!), but they cleared and cleaned one quickly. As for the food, try as much as possible! We got: Grilled jerk chicken wings, with a lime sauce as an app. They were so good! I lived the fact that they were grilled-it made me feel less bad eating them. We also got Truffled crab n' corn flat bread, boom boom shrimp tacos, and a grilled salmon BLT with pesto fries. Each entrée was delicious. If you like pesto, order the pest fries! They were amazing! We were full, but decided to order dessert, and got a piece of key lime pie to share. Ohmygosh. Order one of those for sure! It was worth the calories! I can't wait to go back! I am definitely "hooked"!

    (5)

  • Andy H.

    Amazing! What a great find in Ocean City! I was on vacation with my parents (which meant eating out for free every night for me!). I always love getting seafood when I visit the East Coast after living in landlocked Missouri for almost 5 years now. A friend recommended Hooked and I'm so glad they did! We had a part of 3 on Friday night and only had a 5 minute wait. I loved the layout and atmosphere of the restaurant, I only wish it was a little farther out from the main costal highway strip. It would've been even more amazing if it was tucked away on the bay side. Kelsey was our server that night and was amazing! Very friendly, and helpful at recommending different appetizers and entrees for us newbies. We ordered the crab dip as an appetizer, it was amazing! I've eaten a lot of crab dip in my life (having lived in MD for 18 years) and this was the best I've ever had. We ended up choosing 3 different entrees: The crab cakes (served with pickled carrots and pea shoots and bacon fingerling fries) The fish and chips (served with pesto fries) The pig'n oysters (fried oysters, bbq rib and street corn) Everything was amazing! The portion sizes were just right, the plating was amazing, and everything tasted so good. I can't wait to come back!

    (5)

  • Oleg B.

    Best attentive service. Checked in with me occasionally and helped me with my choices. My dish was very vibrant and full of flavor. Presentation was very well done. Fresh seafood. This is the only place I will dine every time I am in the area. Thank you

    (5)

  • Nic r.

    Well and the risk of sounding a bit corny - this place was OFF THE HOOK! Arrived for an early dinner around 4:30 and seated immediately. Craft beer options and peach margarita were crazy good. Server and host were super nice. Fried oysters were a hit! Whole Jerk Chicken wings were good - but too much work to tackle. Our server was really awesome and let my 9 year old order the fish tacos from the much menu even though they switched over to the dinner menu! He said they ROCKED!! (This kid is like a fish taco expert so that is a good thing) The hubs had the fish and chips and said it was crazy good! Super fresh and batter of the thick pieces of fish was perfect (light but crispy). I had the scallops and grits - which as every other reviewer stated are awesome!!! We were stuffed from dinner - but we are a family who is an easy sucker for any type of bread pudding dessert. So when the server said they had French Toast bread pudding with cinnamon ice cream - we gave it an order thinking one spoon full each just for a taste. Oh boy - they was spoon fighting and at one point our son stole our spoons - hehe! It was good stuff! You won't be disappointed in Hooked! It's a solid dinner experience (the best on the island our entire vacation), menu is simple and honest as they claim to be, and server was the same!!

    (5)

  • Nicholas L.

    We had traveled for ten hours by the time we reached this restaurant, with very little to eat. To say we were hungry would be an understatement. Hungry or not, the food was genuinely very good, as was the service. We had a dozen Chincoteague oysters with a pomegranate mignonette, steamed middleneck clams, and calamari as appetizers, followed by tomato and chèvre soup, and finally, crabcakes. We had the crabcakes with grits instead of the myriad greens, et al, that normally come with them. This proved to be a good move, as the grits were superb. The crab cakes were also superb, on a par with the excellent crab cakes at Elliott's Oyster House in Seattle. Lots of lump crab meat, and very little binder. The soup was thick and delicious. I added a little cracked black pepper, and blended the chèvre into the soup. Very tasty. The calamari was crisp and slightly sweet. The clams were small, tender, and delicious, swimming in a garlic and herb broth. The oysters were a bit bland compared to West Coast oysters, but very fresh. The mignonette made them tasty and pleasant. My wife had the Orange Crush cocktail, and I had a Sazerac. The Orange Crush was refreshing and delicious. A warning to anyone who might be tempted to drink a half a dozen of them (I could have easily done so): they have a decent amount of high-end vodka in them. My nephew makes a better Sazerac, but to be fair, his Sazerac rates an 11 out of 10. Hooked's Sazerac rates 9 out of 10. With an appropriate tip and a bottle of Chalone's Gavilan chardonnnay, this meal came to $170. This pricing was fair, as the service was excellent, the ambience is terrific, and the experience was just what we needed after a long trip from El Paso to Ocean City.

    (5)

  • Mamta P.

    Fantastic food !! I completely and throughly enjoyed their food. Nice ambiance, quick service , tasty colorful drinks in mason jar and awesome food what more will be ask for a good restaurant. Besides all that what I liked about this restaurant is that is doesn't smell like sea food. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone if you happen to be in Ocean city.

    (5)

  • Roger W.

    This is where the hipster crowd in Ocean City, MD is going to go out to dinner at least once during their vacation, almost by default. It's not through any (particular) virtues of Hooked, but rather, the nature of the competition: implausibly authentic "Italian", endless "crabbe shackks" drenched with Old Bay seasoning, and all sorts of other ol' bullshit. So! As they say, in the land of the blind, the one eyed man is king! And Hooked HAS an eye! It wasn't bad. The question is: is it $45 a person not bad?

    (4)

  • Brad M.

    --Probably more like 3.5-- We were looking to get some good seafood away from the chaos of the boardwalk, so we let Yelp lead is here. The atmosphere of the place is great. They have a little tropical-style outdoor patio with bar and the inside feels like

    (4)

  • Kristen K.

    What an amazing find in OC! We had a party of ten and literally every meal that came out from the bisque at the beginning to the steaks, crab cakes, and my personal favorite scallops was divine. Make sure to save room for one of their amazing desserts as well! Service was excellent as well as having a wonderful and imaginative drink menu (love the mason serving jars!). Highly recommend!

    (5)

  • Jessica C.

    After a few not so great food experiences in OCMD I was convinced fine dining did not exist...until I ate at Hooked! Hooked was located directly across from our beach condo and I was intrigued immediately. Other yelpers gave rave reviews so I suggested this restaurant to my friends for our last dinner of vacation. We arrived around 5:30 and asked to sit outdoors since it was such a beautiful day. The server took us upstairs to the deck (I did not even realize there was an upstairs) and it was beautiful. Unfortunately one of our friends got a little too much sun earlier in the day and even though there were umbrellas on the table, the umbrellas were not really providing any shade. Our server moved us back downstairs and we apologized for the inconvenience. The menu is small, but it should be since it is based off of local and fresh ingredients. Our group split a few appetizers; the fried calamari, flatbread, pesto fries which were all delicious. My main entree was the cioppino which contained a mixture of fresh seafood like shrimp, clams, mussels, scallops, salmon, another type of white fish with a pesto crostini over a tomato broth. I got full after eating about half of the meal but continued to eat it anyway because it was so good I just could not let it go to waste. Our whole group was pleased with their meals, too. We were too full for dessert so i don't even know what they offer. The service was excellent and either the owner or manager came to our table and other tables asking about our experience. Come try it out for yourself...you will literally be HOOKED!

    (5)

  • Ray N.

    We had the fried oyster appetizers, she crab soup, scallop poboy and shrimp taco. Everything was great, best she crab soup I've ever had, fried oysters breading was fluffy and the shrimp tacos are derishious ( not just delicious according to the wife). Poboy was okay, just wish it had more scallops.

    (4)

  • Diana M.

    A group of 7 of us came here for dinner around 530 and there was no line- we heard we should come before 6 to beat the line and we did.. The food, décor, and staff were all amazing... We got the calamari (AMAZING), flatbread (shockingly amazing) and truffle fries were just good.. They started us with some delish bread -- so soft and flavorful... We got a variety of seafood and chicken and it was great... I personally got the salmon and loved it... You wont be disappointed here!

    (5)

  • Billy G.

    Such a GREAT RESTAURANT! 2 years in a row we have came here and service and food have been stellar! Scallops w/cheesy grits and corn is awesome!! Everything is made fresh and tastes it! Drinks are delicious. Get there early cause there does get a crowd.

    (4)

  • Mary W.

    Wow. We actally found this place on Yelp (thank you, Yelp). It had good reviews and it was my husband's birthday, and it was just down the road from our hotel. We decided to give it a try. I felt good about this place as soon as we walked in. We found it on Yelp, not knowing anything about what was good around here. It was my husband's birthday. The restaurant was quiet when we walked in at 4:30. It had been raining hard all day, so we knew rhe crowds would be earlier than they might have been on a nicer day. I think we were lucky we got there early because we had no wait. I would not describe myself as a foodie, so I can't describe the food in technical terms, but it was fresh and healthy sized portions. I got the fish and chips and it was wonderful. My husband and my daughter went all out. My husband got the salmon and my daughter had scallops. The scallops I had a taste of and they were sensational. They have a number of beers and wine. I had one of the micro beers on tap and it was pretty good. The staff were helpful and friendly. We would definitely go again.

    (5)

  • Melanie W.

    I don't know how this place is so highly rated. Our server was awesome but the food was mediocre and over priced. My husband and I's bill totaled $107 (two mixed drinks, an appetizer and two entrees) which would've been fine if the food was good but it was mediocre at best. The calamari appetizer was decent, no complaints on that one. My husband's crab cake wasn't different from something you could get elsewhere in ocean city for half the cost. I ordered the red curry shrimp and it was SO bland and some of my rice was so undercooked it was actually crunchy. I make better curry at home. Save your money and go elsewhere. The Crab Cake factory has a crab cake for half the cost and MUCH better. Just because they plate their food well and charge ridiculous prices doesn't mean the food is actually good.

    (2)

  • Marina A.

    So far it's the best place I have been to in OC. Ambiance is great and the food is delicious

    (5)

  • Rebecca Y.

    We had a big group, 6 adults and 2 kids. The speed of service was good, very helpful since we had two young kids. We ordered calamari and fried oysters as appetizers - calamari was better than oysters. We ordered pesto fries and truffle bacon Gruyere fries - both are recommended but if you can only have one, pick the pesto fries.

    (4)

  • Ken M.

    Called in advance and asked if they had raw oysters. I was told they did. Once we were seated I was told they do not have raw oysters. I got the impression that I was misinformed on purpose. We had to stay due to time constraints. I will get back to you regarding the food and service.

    (2)

  • Eric J.

    Really nice stop to eat up and drink up before the beach!

    (4)

  • Terri G.

    On a recent trip to OC, my daughter and I decided to skip the usual subs and pizza on the boardwalk and go to dinner somewhere nice. We checked on Yelp and decided to give Hooked a try. We arrived at 6:30 and was told there would be a 20 minute wait. So since Hooked is sandwiched between a Christmas Shoppe and a South Moon Under store we decided to do some shopping while waiting for our buzzer to go off. 10 minutes into our shopping euphoria our buzzer went off. We were seated upstairs in small but quaint dining area. I ordered a peach margarita and my daughter ordered the sangria. Both were delicious! We decided to share the Heirloom Tomato salad and good thing we did because it was huge! Deliciously ripe tomatoes, baby mozzarella balls, fried anchovies drizzled with an herb vinaigrette - oh so good! An amazing start to a wonderful dining experience. For our entrees, I ordered the Red Curry Roasted Salmon and my daughter ordered the Cioppino. Let me start with the salmon it was fresh and cooked perfectly but the red curry broth was not as spicy as I had hoped. Maybe its because when I think of curry I think of spicy as in Indian and Thai curries which is the flavor impact I was hoping for, but otherwise the fish and veggies were delicious. My daughter said the Cioppino was amaze-balls! The fish, scallops, mussels, clams and shrimp were in a delectable broth with a large crostini to soak up all that goodness! Other than the lack of flavor in my red curry sauce, everything was very fresh, very tantalizing and cooked perfectly. If you're looking for some good food in the OC you should definitely give this place a try!

    (4)

  • Amanda T.

    We were lucky enough to come here on $2 taco and $5 burger night!!! Food was outstanding. Service was excellent. The restaurant was clean and cute. This is a place we will certainly be visiting again!

    (5)

  • P F.

    In a town full of average vacation-style pizza and seafood joints, Hooked is a refreshing alternative! Came here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. The service was excellent and everyone was friendly. I ordered the Sangria to start. It was very bitter and I had to return it. The waiter said the Sangria was from the night before, that's why it was probably sour. I appreciate his honesty, but that kind of made the restaurant look bad. No problem though, he quickly replaced it with the peach margarita. That was a delicious drink although it could have used a bit more alcohol (didn't even get the slightest buzz. C'mon, we're on vacation here!). For the main course, I had the crab cake and shrimp salad club. Man, was that a delicious sandwich! Crab cake was a perfect Maryland style crab cake with no fillers. The shrimp salad was seasoned just right. The toast was thick and toasted just right! Overall, great place and a must try if you're in Ocean City. If it wasn't for the issues with the drinks that I mentioned above, I probably would have given it 5 stars.

    (4)

  • Michelle C.

    Wow! Another great meal which included the calamari and crab cake for me! Awesome! Great cocktail called the grapefruit crush! Service was great too! My new favorite restaurant!!!!

    (5)

  • Sampad D.

    Its right on the strip..It has a very simple ambiance..The host were also nice. We ordered salmon and shrimp sandwich.The shrimp sandwich was very nice. The salmon sandwich was OK . The pesto fries were very oily. The portion is good. I had also ordered fruit mojito..It was not that great.

    (3)

  • Jeff S.

    Stopped here on our first trip to OC, MD. Reviews were pretty accurate. Food was good and came out fast. Not a large menu selection but food is prepared pretty good. Wife had their local bloody and it was a tad spicy for her liking. Portions are good size and the calamari appetizer was delicious. Only problem was the kids hamburger was very undercooked, the waiter took it back and credited on the check.

    (4)

  • Cathy S.

    Fantastic; fresh and local food. Had the carmalized scallops with cheese grits. Amazing. Asparagus salad and oysters were fresh and outstanding! Waitress, Alexis was fantastic! Thank you Hooked!

    (5)

  • MJ L.

    So many great things to say about this place. First, we had a party of 12, 7 of which were young children. They don't take reservations so we did have to wait about an hour but while waiting we asked for bread/water to keep the kids occupied and they happily obliged. During the hour wait we were provided an update on our table several times (which was greatly appreciated). Once seated, our server took care of us without a hitch. Drinks, apps, entrees all came out perfect and with great timing. The food was AMAZING!!! We are going back to Ocean City in a few weeks and will definitely be coming back to Hooked for another fabulous meal. Highly recommend this restaurant.

    (5)

  • Ashlee K.

    Top notch service, delicious and fresh food. The wine selection is pretty good, too. I left full, but feeling like I ate good, healthy, fresh food. They were busy, but everything came out quickly, and we were taken care of very well. Try this place for a good date night. It's not the typical sketchy/unhealthy OC joint.

    (5)

  • Massie D.

    This place is an adorable Mom & Pop restaurant. Our waitress Kelsey was fantastic! My group shared a few appetizers (crab dip, calamari, jerk chicken wings) the calamari and crab dip were delicious. We also ordered very tasty peach margaritas and strawberry mojitos. Our entrees were delicious as well. There was an option of 4 homemade deserts and we had all of them to share. Phenomenal! So very very good. Overall, awesome place and I would definitely recommend you give it a try if you're in the area.

    (4)

  • Sean K.

    After getting snubbed at some other places in Ocean City, this place was a godsend. We ordered the calamari appetizer and shared the scallop entree. The only gripe we had is that the calamari was smothered in sauce. Other than that, everything was excellent.

    (5)

  • Meagan T.

    Absolutely delicious! Everything tasted super fresh and the staff was friendly with quick service. We started with the calamari, crab soup and a peach margarita. All amazing. The soup was creamy without being overly milk tasting. Calamari was crisp and the mayo was just spicy enough. The peach margarita was so refreshing! Our server said the peaches were fresh from Delaware and you could tell, there were pieces of peach pulp in the drink. So good. For dinner I ordered the Chorizo Crusted Soft Shells and my husband has crab cakes and we got a side of pesto fries. So tasty. The salad with the soft shells was a nice refreshing contrast to the crispy shells. They put the sauce under the crab cakes so you get a creamy bit with each bite. The potatoes that came with the cakes were just okay, but we had pesto fries to sub in. These were so good, just a touch of flavor and the perfect amount of crisp. We also had an orange crush, which wasn't as good as the peach marg but still refreshing. We were too full for dessert!

    (5)

  • Sam S.

    The food is SO GOOD. We got the corn and crab flatbread, the calamari, the scallops, and the chipino dish. Drinks were also very good and refreshing. Really a cute place overall with the decor. Super friendly staff. My only complaint was we felt a little rushed, we ended up spending 200$ for 4 people and were there for 45 minutes.

    (4)

  • Luis D.

    Sorry but this place suck that food is over price and not season at all. I would it come here again

    (1)

  • H R.

    The food would be 4 stars for me, But the location and price combined, I give 5. I'd go back every time I'm in OC.

    (5)

  • Giovanni D.

    One of the few places in the area that are worthed a visit. It was a very delightful experience. Food was excellent. Service was very good. I just did not like the room. However, two thumbs up!

    (4)

  • Nikki B.

    We stumbled upon this place last year and it was great, so we tried it again this year. We were even more impressed than last year. This place is phenomenal! It's hard to find quality food in OC admidst all the junk like Philips, etc. But this is absolutely a gem. I went with 5 girlfriends and all of our soups, appetizers, and entrees were delicious! The server was polite, attentive, friendly and made great recomendations. Excellent cocktail menu. Super cute decor, too. Will def. go back next year - this place was great!!!

    (5)

  • Jim P.

    Entrees were a mixed bag. Scallops were good, salmon was good, crab cake and filet were so-so. I know - who goes to a seafood place to order steak? Not me but someone in the group who doesn't care for seafood.

    (3)

  • Becky P.

    Very peaceful and clean atmosphere, genuinely friendly (without being imposing) staff. Our server was knowledgable and really accommodating for gluten free (we are not celiac, just diet) the bisque has jalapeño but it was not spicy, it was so satisfying for crab bisque lovers who are gluten free. There is no gluten free menu but the staff is perfectly happy to tell you your options including a dessert option. The food was all great and presentation was great too. We are hooked! ;)

    (5)

  • Shannon G.

    Well, based on the other Yelpers, we were eager to try this place. Not great. The two of us got there at around 7:00 on a Wednesday evening, early in the summer season and in the middle of senior week. There were two tables of newly graduated kids around us, but otherwise typical date night couples. The decor is nice. Eclectic and fun, not stuffy. We ordered the tuna special and the cioppino. The wait was a bit long and no bread was offered until just before (like 2 minutes) the entrees. Sadly, while the tuna was prepared well (a nice rare), the stuff underneath was saturated with soy sauce and made it really salty. Husband's cioppino had good seafood, and came with a long piece of toasted bread like that which was served just before the entree. Sadly two things made us feel like this was not the experience we were expecting- the bread (thick, heavy bread with little taste and sitting in a puddle of olive oil) and the service. The place was busy-ish, but not hopping, yet we were not refilled or given a check for a considerable time. She just disappeared a lot. Overall, not the place for us.

    (2)

  • Tony H.

    This is my 200th review and we picked a perfect place to dine! Vacation at Ocean City, Md. brought about a great meal and I'm "Hooked" on this restaurant , pun intended. Four for dinner, my Cioppino was perfect, full of shrimp, scallops, fish, chorizo, clams, mussels and fennel w/ the proper amount of heat. The broth was amazing. My wife had two huge jumbo soft shell crabs on a cous-cous arugula salad. My son-in-law had the Thai basil seared tuna and my daughter the surf and turf steak and large shrimp. Let me give clarity to these meals, each were excellent. Our service was quick, given the restaurant was slammed and I clearly rank my seafood dinner as one of my best ever! The appetizers of calamari and crab dip w/ homemade chips were as good as I've had. The calamari perhaps the best. This is an outstanding restaurant. If in OC, Md., this is a "must" restaurant.

    (5)

  • Amy H.

    Great food! The waitress was very friendly just a bit slow. Would definitely eat here again!

    (4)

  • Andy W.

    I arrived with high expectations given the excellent Yelp reviews, but unfortunately the food was quite disappointing. The tuna had way too much orange flavor (I think it was orange zest); the soft shell crab fried coating was overly thick and overwhelmed the crab; the scallops and fillet were average at best. On an positive note, the crab dip was pretty good and had a generous portion of crab meat. The staff was also very friendly. However, I think there are better choices if you're planning on spending this kind of money.

    (3)

  • Jessica W.

    Love this place! We had the crabdip flatbread for an appetizer. I had the ciopinno which was amazing! My husband had the special which was skate wing over cauliflower and potato chorizo arugala mix. The kids meals were just right too. A little pricey, but worth it to get fresh local food!

    (5)

  • Kyle B.

    Absolutely amazing food and service. The crab dip, calamari, and ciopponi were top notch and very fresh. Decent sizes for various portions. Great service and very attractive and classy servers. Full recommendation.

    (5)

  • Maggie T.

    There is not a single negative word to say about Hooked, but here are some glowing ones: This was the best meal I ever ate in my life. Seriously. I saved a clam shell as a souvenir, to gaze upon when I am forced to eat at inferior restaurants, the better to remember the beauty of Hooked. I went in with pretty low expectations. It's on the beach, it's got a crowded outdoor bar, and it could very easily have been a mediocre tourist trap. But it wasn't that way at all. I wasn't sure what to expect as I was seated, but the waitress filled us in on their local food philosophy and I quickly started drooling at the menu. I wanted to eat everything - literally everything - that they served. What we settled on was exceptional. To start, we got light, fluffy fried oysters that melted in your mouth. There was also an arugula and melon salad with goat cheese; really, anything with goat cheese will be good, but this was ripe, seasonal, exceptional. The clams, though, were tops. Just a perfectly executed combination of onions, grilled corn, tomatoes, seafood, and happiness. I actually drank the remainder of the broth out of the bowl before it was carried away. The entrees were just as good: pesto fries (they sound so wrong but taste so right); well-battered and ultra-flaky fish; jumbo lump crab cakes with greens. The crab cake wasn't exactly my style, but again, it was perfectly seasoned and benefited from really quality ingredients. I enjoyed the seared scallops on cheesy grits in bacon broth; the broth may have been a touch too bacony, but the rest of the dish made up for it in its wholesome, smoky goodness. After the quality of the first courses I decided to dive in for dessert: a chocolate tureen and coffee ice cream with sea salt and toasted hazelnuts. Don't ask questions. Just eat it if it's offered. You won't regret it. (Nor will you regret a cup of their strong, fruity coffee.) All night, the service was great, and I kind of loved when the crunchy-granola hostess checked in on us; it was a nice reminder of the restaurant's local-food philosophy. So often those types of eateries come off as gimicky, but Hooked was an exceptional experience all around.

    (5)

  • Noelle V.

    My boyfriend and I saw this place last year and wanted to go in, but at the time we felt under-dressed after having just arrived in town, so we ended up not going. After reading reviews about Hooked, we decided to try it this year, thankfully. This place is surely one-of-a-kind in OC. It's a gem among a bunch of tourist traps. I can honestly say the meal I had here was one of the best meals of my life. I would drive the 4 hours just to eat here again. We went on a Friday night around 730 in June and surprisingly there was no wait at all. The decor is perfect... clean and simple. There is indoor and outdoor seating as well as upstairs/downstairs. For drinks I had the rose cranberry sangria, and my BF had a pomegrante marg, both were really great! We got the crab dip appetizer which was AMAZING!! It had real crabmeat and you can actually see the lumps of crab, and the homemade chips were yummmy. We also had the wedge salad and it was delicious. I forget the dressing exactly but it was so good. For entrees, we were fighting over who would get the scallops with cheesy grtis, but he ended up getting them and I got the salmon. I couldn't stop eating after I was full... it was just too good. We ended with dessert which was some sort of chocolate fudgey thing with coffee ice cream and hazelnuts and it was delicious!!! I can't say enough good things about this place. The waitstaff was also very knowledgeable and friendly as well. I can't wait to go back.

    (5)

  • John H.

    Where do I start? I can start by saying that I am a Chef that has been cooking for 35 years. We started with a cup of the crab bisque. VERY SALTY. Next the crab dip. Again VERY SALTY. We also had the Sea scallops wrapped in bacon app. That was very flavorful and delicious. Entrees: we had crab cakes that were nicely garnished and MUSHY inside. I had the sea scallops entree,... So overpowered by the smoky broth that I was unable to finish them. My little daughter didn't like the chicken fingers. I tasted them and they were very bland. Lol. I have to say that the service was good. (Although we later realized she brought the wrong bottle of wine, of course after drinking it. Lol. She showed it to my wife and she did say it was ok. Not paying attention. ) it was good though and also $5 less for the bottle. Lol. Overall, I was VERY disappointed. We were really excited to eat here after all the great reviews. I must add that the server and the kitchen was really good about taking care of my son ( who has celiac, so no wheat or gluten) they made him an entree with broiled shrimp and coconut rice that he enjoyed. I will be taking these reviews with a grain of salt from now on. Hope this helps someone save the $185 we spent on a lousy meal.

    (2)

  • Sam C.

    Best restaurant in OCMD! From the calamari to the wedge salad to the Sea Scallops entree, it was all so delicious! Our drinks came in cute mason jars and we had a nice dinner sitting upstairs on the outside deck. This restaurant deserves its own location along coastal highway instead of on a strip mall. Very satisfied with the food and service!!

    (5)

  • Libby F.

    I'm not saying this just because I was starving after a three and a half hour drive from DC in miserable rainy weather, but Hooked has probably the best calamari I have ever had! I'd give five stars for that appetizer alone. The buttermilk battered calamari ($10) is crispy, even with the spicy mayo drizzled over it. It was capital D delicious! If you like, or love calamari, you MUST order it! My mom had the fried oyster sandwich ($10) which is served with their signature pesto fries. The sandwich was bursting with oysters which were lightly fried and tender inside. (She let me have one - thanks Mom!) I of course chose the fish tacos, but then I had second thoughts and wanted the shrimp tacos. Decisions, decisions. Both were the same price; two tacos for $9. So, I asked if I could have one of each. My server ( Kelsey, who was terrific) checked, and they said yes! Both were good, but my recommendation is to stick with the fish taco, which is blackened tilapia. The shrimp one (with the same buttermilk batter as the calamari) was tasty, but you only get three shrimp on each taco. That's $1.50 per shrimp. I ate more cabbage and pickled onions than shrimp. On the fish taco you get a bigger piece (not huge) of fish. Not so secret tip: Come on Thursdays when these tacos are $2 a piece! You are welcome, and enjoy your meal. I did. (With a Dogfish pumpkin ale to wash it down.) Post Script: I did it! This is my 100th review of 2013! Not quite DC, but close enough!

    (5)

  • Michael S.

    Parking can be a problem, but they have parking behind the restaurant.

    (5)

  • Janea T.

    Delicious, accommodating and wonderful service. First meal we had touching down in O.C. and it was great. The sangria was delicious as well! Must go!!

    (4)

  • Shannon O.

    we love hooked! finally an upscale seafood restaurant in OC!! the decor is very maine/cape cod like....but a good romantic atmosphere...although there were a few tables with kids (we came without ours though!) agree with other reviewers that the calamari was great! had the crab cakes as well that were amazing and had the fish of the day (can't remember which fish) that was perfectly cooked. the cocktail menu was also very unique and had a lot of fruity variety cocktails.... portion sizes for the food was medium...which is ok.... overall it is the only seafood restaurant that i like in OC (I can't stand the typical fried shrimp and plain old fish that is served everywhere else) we will be back next year! slight complaint that that i recommend getting a reservation in advance bc the wait times get quite long in the summer at night....

    (5)

  • Michael C.

    We came here for an early dinner on a late november Saturday night. Place was mostly empty as expected and had a good seat upstairs looking out the main road. The servers were really friendly probably one of the most friendly restaurants I have been to. We tried the seafood nacho and for entrees it was the scallops rigatoni and lobster mac and cheese. All were really good and I especially enjoyed the scallops very fresh and well seared. The bread in olive oil is one of the highlights at this place definitely a favorite of mine. The prices are all reasonable as other reviews have noted. It was disappointing when I found that some of their most popular menus mentioned on yelp is only available during summer season. I hope one day I could come back and try their famous blue crab dips

    (4)

  • Lowell M.

    So me, my wife and 9 month old son decided to make a quick off season trip to OC and a friend of ours recommended this place. THANK YOU! We went on a Monday night and were quickly surprised to find out that all fish entrees that night were 1/2 off. Now mind you this was off season so things could be different in the summer. We decided to split an app of mussels and they were plentiful with a garlic beer broth that was awesome (just beware of the breath). For entrees my wife got the crab cakes and I got a tuna filet. Both were excellent, cakes had plenty of lump and my tuna was cooked med/rare to perfection. Sides were good too. My advice if you're looking for good seafood, Hooked is the place.

    (5)

  • Seena K.

    We went there for lunch. appetizers: 4 of 5 Hoof n claw burger: 3 of 5 Grilled salmon blt: 4 of 5 Chicken Chesapeake: 2.5 of 5 Seafood club: 1 of 5 Litle disappointed. The food was too oily and not healty at all. Not sure if I will try this place one more time.

    (2)

  • Tara C.

    I will preface this by saying that this is five stars FOR OCMD. Anywhere else I would give it 4 stars. Nice, attentive, attractive bartender. Beachy vibe BUT CLEAN. Manager was present and nice. Cheap, good food. We had the blackened fish tacos, yummy. The filet sandwich...yummy but perhaps a bit too much goat cheese. Drinks were strong, atmosphere was upscale yet chill. BRAVO Hooked, You hooked me. I will be back.

    (5)

  • Charlie S.

    Amazing dinner. Food was almost impeccable. Calamari was best I've ever had. Scallops were great and not over cooked. Took out two young kiddos there and they fit right in the staff was attentive and we will absolutely be returning. Best meal I've had in OC.

    (5)

  • Christine L.

    We went to this restaurant because it was #1 on yelp. We found out it was for a reason! The seafood was very fresh & the flavors were different and worked very well together. The scallops appetizer wrapped in bacon with a chipotle corn was the best thing I've ever eaten!! Cooked to perfection with the added flavor of fresh corn salad off the Cobb was superb. The Waiter was really nice & went the extra mile to tell us about the area. Mondays are 1/2 off fish entrees so that was a bonus! Beers are also local. Awesome place to go & was open during off season. Thanks for the lovely meal!

    (5)

  • Sarah T.

    Me and my boyfriend came here in early October. This was the best restaurant we went to all weekend. Everything was very fresh and cooked perfectly. There wasn't one thing that disappointed us. The service was great and the atmosphere was very laid back but classy. The ingredients come from local farms which are all listed on the menu.

    (5)

  • Matt B.

    Tuna was not on the menu but I asked for it. Was really good. The choppino was excellent and filling. Cute little place worth visiting.

    (5)

  • Isaac T.

    The atmosphere is comfy and inviting with mason jar glasses and interesting decor. The crab dip was great, even better with bread. I ordered the Caesar salad and was a bit disappointed, usually a seafood Resturant has a good Caesar salad. The pesto fries were almost inedible, was expecting a more garlic and basil taste and not an overpowering olive oil taste.

    (2)

  • Kermit N.

    Great meal! Great atmosphere! The meal hit that special spot. Must also try bumble berry pie!

    (5)

  • MT D.

    Food is phenomenal! We have been meaning to try Hooked for at least a year and finally got around to it this weekend. By 6:30 the place was packed with other locals. Professional servers and bartenders, and solid service despite the rush. Two in our party had the scallops, another the salmon, and I made a meal of the fried burrata and white cheddar grits. Calamari for app. All was exceptionally good. So far above typical "beach food" it is hard to find words. This place would hold its own in DC. The scallops were perfectly cooked and the corn and grits combo with bacon broth was equally excellent. The burrata was like a cloud of cream in panko crumbs. Calamari was tender and buttermilk breading was very light. There was nothing we could find any fault with. The decor was simple and casual. We have found our new "go to" with friends or for a more sophisticated meal in OC!

    (5)

  • Chrislyn B.

    Great dining experience all around. The staff were friendly and service was quick. The food was fantastic; I could not stop eating the crab bisque and the calamari was perfectly cooked crispy deliciousness. I ordered the tuna special as my entree and it was equally great, fresh and prepared perfectly. My only regret is that I could not try one of everything. I guess I will have to come back for that amazing looking crab cake and jerk chicken wings.

    (5)

  • Shawna S.

    My boyfriend and I came here around 2 pm on Sunday. The atmosphere is very nice. The restaurant is split into two levels and we were seated on the top floor. The art in the restaurant is absolutely stunning, I couldn't stop staring. To start we ordered the bacon wrapped scallops and Caesar salad. The scallops tasted fresh and were cooked well, but there was just something missing from them. The salad was good but could have used more dressing and I hated that the lettuce was literally torn into shreds so small we Could barely get them on our forks. My boyfriend got the fish and chips for his entree which he enjoyed especially the French fries. I got the salmon BLT which was good, but there was nothing special about it. The salmon was slightly overlooked and it pretty much fell apart when I tried to eat it. The service was pretty good except for the fact I really wanted a little extra dressing for my sandwich and by the time she asked us how are meals were we were pretty much done. All in all it was a good experience but honestly nothing spectacular. I expected a lot more. I would be loving to try again for dinner possibly to see some different menu options, but there are so many other great places in OC I don't know if we will get around to it.

    (3)

  • David W.

    This restaurant was everything were had been looking for. Good food and environment. Service was excellent. The soft shell crab was excellent. The surf and turf was cooked as ordered and delicious. Kids had octopus hot dog. As described the dog was cut in half and given 8 legs. Daughter thought that was hilarious. Mac and cheese was the only unoriginal item we had. We had 3 of the 4 available desserts. The chocolate chip cookie dough cheese was best followed by the oatmeal coconut creme pie (close 2nd) and chocolate gnocchi with coffee ice creme. All were homemade and excellent. We will definitely return again.

    (5)

  • Carey H.

    This was honestly one of the best meals I have had. My husband and I are still talking about it! This is a quiet little place away from the boardwalk scene which was a nice plus. We started with drinks first. I got the fresh fruit margarita which was amazing. My husband asked the waitress for a recommendation about the local beer they had on draft. She was able to give him some suggestions and he was very happy with what she chose. We started with the crab dip which was honestly one of the best things I have ever eaten! There was a ton of crab in there and it was so fresh! We enjoyed it so much- I keep dreaming about it! My husband had the fish and chips. The fish was lightly battered and not greasy at all. It melted in your mouth. And the coleslaw that came on the side was the best coleslaw I have ever had. I am still trying to figure out what they put in there to make it taste like it did. I had the Cioppino which had shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, and the most amazing chorizo! The dish was absolutely delicious and you could tell the fish was all fresh and not frozen. We were too full for dessert but I am sure it would have been awesome. The restaurant was simply but elegantly decorated and they had and outdoor bar area which looked super nice. The service was excellent as well. Overall, this was one of the most pleasant dining experiences I have had in a long time. We are already trying to plan a quick trip back to Ocean City just so we can come eat here!

    (5)

  • Strawberry S.

    Excellent. Just excellent. Pesto fries (although weird sounding) are crisp and amazing. Bisque was a celebration of cream and butter with a ton of crab. Calamari was firm, succulent, and kissed with spicy. Cole slaw was made in house-- mayo and mustard. Price-- for fish&chips, calamari, and a cup of bisque cost $24.

    (5)

  • Paige P.

    Wonderful! Went here with my family last week on vacation. Great service and food, will definitely be back next summer!

    (5)

  • Shauna W.

    We went here for New Years Eve dinner and the food was absolutely amazing. They had a special menu because of the holiday, but we had the baked oysters as an appetizer, oyster dish as an entree, and filet mignon as an entree. The only reason I didn't give five stars is because 1) the food was pricey (taking into consideration that it was New Years) and 2) the portions were very small. One and two cons pretty much go together. Like I said, major pro was the amazing food, but we also had a great waitress (Colleen). I have Celiac (gluten allergy) and she was very knowledgable and considerate of my allergy, which is always a plus for me! Highly recommend making reservations because they are pretty much ALWAYS busy and if you're visiting OC I think this restaurant is a must, just be prepared to spend $$.

    (4)

  • Christopher S.

    Too trendy. I love pure seafood menus, this is just somewhat limited menu coupled with slightly small portions and pricey menu for the offering - is a pass. This isn't bad, but isn't above average either. This is average and with all the options nearby, there must be a better choice. Still just searching

    (3)

  • Alex D.

    Food was great. Our server was luke and he was nice and a good server. Talked to us like friends asked where we were from and made conversation. Food was amazing. I had the burger because I can't east seafood. It was the best burger I have ever had. Bun was good burger was perfectly cooked. Had the garlic whipped potatoes and I don't like mashed potatoes but they were amazing. Only bad part was the bouncer he was on drugs.

    (5)

  • Henry A.

    I had the Tuna and my daughters Tilefish and Salmon. My tuna with fresh basil and ponzu sauce was prepared perfectly with a proper blend of flavors. Definitely all chef created dishes, not something put together by a cook. They definitely are true to their theme too. Fresh from farm and fishery to table. I highly recommend this place. It's the best I've been to all week in Ocean City for dinner!

    (5)

  • Darin C.

    While in Salisbury for a Md./dc men's conference we noticed the great reviews this place was receiving so we decided to give this place a shot they where able to seat all 11 of us comfortably the place was very clean and nicely decorated the lunch menu had a good variety of food at a very reasonable price the food was nicely prepared and everyone enjoyed their lunches we will be back to try the dinner menu the pesto fries are great and my burger was cooked exactly how I like it.

    (5)

  • Peter G.

    On a date weekend with my wife, we decided to try this place based on some web reviews. We've been to the OC area countless times but rarely venture this far north. We were not at all disappointed. We timed our arrival for dinner perfectly at a little before 7PM (They start the dinner menu at 4:30). We not only got the last available table without any waiting, we also pulled in out front just in time for somebody backing out of the entrance's closest parking place. (Sometimes, things just work.) Service was excellent. Olivia was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The staff was busy and attentive. The menu is one of those where everything on it looks like it'd be worth trying. (I think the menu is only bar food up until 3:30, so I can only speak to the dinner menu.) All the offerings are pretty adventurous with some diverse and unusual ingredients.-Somebody's been doing very well in culinary school. Some interesting craft beers on tap and a fine selection of wines as well. I had an expertly made Bloody Mary. It was one of the best I've had. Our entrees were absolutely outstanding. A real experience. I had a huge hunk of grilled swordfish with chic peas and a bunch of stuff I can't pronounce. Perfectly done and a dancehall of flavors. My wife had a NY strip smothered in a wonderful cream sauce with caramelized onions and mushrooms and a mild horseradish tang. Again, perfectly done to her order and a wonderful experience to eat. This was not just a meal, it's a trip to Flavortown. Dinners started at $22 if you don't count the comparatively basic fish and chips, but even those looked pretty good too. Prices were not at all out of range for this type of fare. Taking all your kids and grandkids out may set you back a bit, but for one or two, it doesn't hurt at all. Easily worth the money. Nice open but still cozy atmosphere with huge windows throughout. Great service. Varied fine drinks. But the real star here is the food.

    (5)

  • Seth N.

    Amazing food at Hooked. We started with some Asian Tuna Lettuce wraps and finishes with a seafood stew.

    (5)

  • Jessica D.

    Great restaurant to eat out in oceancity. We went for dinner and then came back the next day for lunch because it was so good. The fried burrata appetizer was amazing at dinner. I had the truffled sweet corn and crab flatbread for lunch, it was good! The only negative is that they don't take reservations for dinner and it can get busy.

    (4)

  • Dimitri L.

    Wow...wow...wow...this is basically how I felt eating at this place. There was not one single dish or drink that I could have found fault with! This is by far one of the best seafood restaurants on the East Coast...if not the best!

    (5)

  • Kathleen F.

    Very good food and drinks. Drinks are well made (they don't skimp on the alcohol) and the wait staff is knowledgeable about the dishes. Only downside is their vegetarian options are almost nonexistent. We had 1 person in our party who is a vegetarian and he didn't want to spend $19 on the only menu item without meat, so he got one of the salads without the bacon and a side of pesto fries. My only other comment about the fries is that they are good, but pretty heavy on the Olive oil to make with the pesto. Overall, a great choice! Desserts are delicious!

    (4)

  • More-aa P.

    My boyfriend and I wanted authentic, local seafood for a nice saturday vacation dinner. Many of the choices in OCMD were either bistro-borring (who goes to the beach for italian food?), or a crab-shack style place. Hooked hit the mark. We waited at the clean, cozy bar inside for 20 minutes for our table... not a bad wait time for 2 on a Saturday night at 9pm. I had a delicious boozy lemonade with the house made vodka. We then settled our tab and went upstair to the 2nd floor. We had a friendly, younger server who knew the menu through and through. We had the burrata for a starter- delicious, grown up fried mozz' with a tomato sauce that I'm determined to try and re-create at home. The man had the crab cakes with a posh salad and potatoes- yummy, fresh, huge chunks of lump crab meet. I had the fresh catch. If you're wondering, the answer is YES, get this. The catch of the day was tile fish, in a deconstructed ratatouille style dish. Tender tomato, eggplant and peppers under a perfectly cooked pice of fish with fried greens on top. Again, I'm inspired to try and re-create the eggplant/tomato creation. We rounded our meal off with a glass off wine and a martini... and the whole bill was less than $85. I'm giving it 5 stars not because its a fancy 5 star place. But between the clean, modern atmosphere, the friendly knowledgeable staff, great fresh food, farm to table philosophy and value... I can't think of a better place. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Nelie B.

    Hooked is a great atmosphere. Casual, perfect for a great "date night" in what's considered a party town. It was a little early for dinner, but nonetheless our server was so attentive. She gave good suggestions and was very friendly. The food was delicious- calamari appetizer, focaccia, seared scallops with grilled corn and grits and crab cakes with fries and slaw. The prices are well worth the portion sizes; so filling we even took home left overs!

    (4)

  • Dave R.

    Atmosphere, drinks and service were great! Food was very oily and extremely rich to the point of taking away from the taste of what we ate. Dinner for two with 2 drinks each was $109, not worth the price.

    (3)

  • Melissa B.

    This place is so good! I had the best crab bisque and fish tacos I have ever had in my life. My husband had the shrimp tacos which were also to die for. Great atmosphere as well. The staff was awesome! This place is definitely a must.

    (5)

  • Elena R.

    Definitely worth the trip to 129th st. The food was delicious and our server was really nice. The mussels in tomato sauce were amazing.

    (5)

  • Lisa R.

    Hidden Gem of Ocean City, MD. My Husband and I dined here for the first time this weekend and we were more then pleasantly surprised. The food was more then cooked, it was crafted. Everything was so fresh and I will say the Corn Jalapeño and Crab Bisque was the very best soup I have ever tasted. The food was all around Fantastic. We WILL be back.

    (5)

  • Cari N.

    To be honest, this restaurant deserves 5 stars for the food which was phenomenal. The only reason I'm writing this review is to inform you the terrible service we received from Olivia. She was friendly in the beginning and then we didn't see much of her. Actually, other waitresses had to find her for us multiple times. Our drink glasses were empty almost the entire time and the owner (I believe it was anyway) even noticed our glasses were empty sitting on the edge of our table. But what topped it off was that we could see Olivia from our table just standing and talking in the kitchen when we were being neglected. The man who I think is the owner is awesome. He was really trying to make sure everyone was taken care of and I think he should have staff that can follow his example of what customer service is about.

    (3)

  • Reynald A.

    This is not the average restaurant you can find in OC. This is sea food to it's finest. I got the fish & chip with vodka lemonade and it was amazing. My girlfriend got the same drink with the scallops dish. It's the place to go if you want a great dinner.

    (5)

  • Karen G.

    Great service, refreshing drinks (cucumber Martini), tasty food, enjoyable music, and relaxing decor. I'd go back.

    (5)

  • Leigh M.

    Ambience ON POINT! Best food I've had in OC!!! Great service! Amazing cocktails!!!! I wish this place was close to my house!!!! Upstairs booth is a blast with friends!! Had the Lobster Mac and cheese with Brussel Sprouts DELICIOUS!!!! Will be coming BACK !!!

    (5)

  • Charles H.

    Delectable menu, charming setting, attentive service (Paula was exceptional)! Glad to have spent my first honeymoon dinner there!! We had oysters and fried calamari to open the meal with lobster mac'n'cheese ("so good that I don't want it to end," said my husband) and cioppino as the main courses--all were prepared to perfection. We will definitely come back.

    (5)

  • Scott C.

    Great place for great food in OC. They have a nice atmosphere and a very unique menu, especially for Ocean City. They deviate greatly from the normal run of the mill grub you can get at just about every establishment up and down Coastal Highway. They do not take reservations, which some may not like but it's no big deal. Just go and enjoy the experience. Brian the Chef is a master of his trade. The plate presentations are among the best in all of OC. Give it a shot if you want a decent place to eat while in OC. You will not be disappointed.

    (4)

  • Courtney H.

    Had the scallops and grits corn in bacon broth and it was amazing. Super flavorful and layered with flavor!

    (5)

  • Jessi D.

    Delicious seasonal menu including fried green tomato salad, shrimp and grits with collard greens, buttermilk battered fried oysters, rosemary infused lemon vodka...the list goes on. Ambience was cozy and simple. Service was attentive without hovering. Price for a meal with drinks, appetizers and entrées was very reasonable considering we had paid more $ the evening before for a horrendous dinner at the Hilton. Go ahead, you won't be sorry.

    (5)

  • Caroline K.

    We're definitely not in Manhattan anymore! This is a very quaint restaurant by the water, and their menu has just enough of a selection to make me want to try everything without feeling overwhelmed. I had the southwestern mahi sandwich with the pesto fries. Delicious! The sandwich was well-cooked and well-seasoned. And the portions were just right. The service was excellent - our waitress was kind enough to accommodate our large group and make us feel at home. I would highly recommend this place if you are visiting Ocean City. Great ambience, good prices, amazing food.

    (5)

  • rosa S.

    Just opened in May, this place has little to work out. Hooked is as its tag line suggests: Fresh, Honest, Local. An oasis in a sea of every beach town's bad food cliche/stereotype: All you can eat buffet/bib wearing crack your own crab/deep fried everything/barely a veggie except for fries, potato salad and cole slaw. Our first dinner was on a Wednesday night with a party of 10. They don't take reservations, so get here before 6pm to avoid a long wait. They have 2 floors, both indoor and outdoor seating, and 3 bars to ease the wait. It's also sandwiched between 2 retail shops so you can browse with your remote beeper that lights up when your table is ready. Interiors are clean, simple, good natural lighting and a little on the noisy side from hardwood floors, exposed wood ceilings and glass windows. Now on to the food... They had me a Truffle... 3 items on the menu feature that not so local, but definitely tasty fungi. Drinks: top shelf cocktails featuring fresh fruit and infusions, good selection of draft beers, wine, etc. Apps: Calamari with a spicy aioli ( most likely Siracha base) Tuna Pincho with house made Kimchi. ( mild fresh kimchi, not hardcore Ktown BBQ ) Crab Dip and house chips Mussels in coconut broth Clams in broth with corn and tomatoes Salads: Crispy Proscuitto, Melon, and Arugula Salad with Goat Cheese Caprese Salad (Tomato, basil, mozzarella) Asparagus Salad with Truffle aioli in butter lettuce cups Mains: (we had everything except for the Steak and Roast Chicken..I'm sure these were just as delicious, but .uh, the name of this place is hooked, not steered or plucked.) along with the seasonal menu, they also have 2 nightly specials. Crab cakes - not too heavy and very flavorful featuring Maryland crab, balance of crab and breading. Herb crusted Tuna with Squash ribbons and gazpacho purée Mahi with fingerling potatoes and white gazpacho Truffle Burger with Pesto Fries - yummmmmmmmmy (Side note: for the high maintenance Sally Albrights - you know who you are...you can get any protein with a salad or other Entrees vegetables with ease. They also do vegetarian entree with the day's fresh produce selection. Desserts: freshly made daily with house made whipped cream and ice cream. (In the works is a chocolate black pearl in clam shell Madeleine that is inspired by Mama's Fish House, Maui dessert) We sampled them all. Favorites : Key Lime Pie, Coconut Cream Pie with Oatmeal crust, Blueberry cobbler. Summary: It was so good that we came back on our last night (Friday). I actually waited to write this review for fear of it getting too crowded for our 2nd dinner, but word of mouth is already spreading regardless. Suggestions: take credit card reservations for parties of 8+ More cold appetizers like ceviche or raw oysters?

    (5)

  • Maria V.

    We went here for my daughter Birthday lunch. I had the Boom boom shrimp tacos, fish tacos and pizza from the kids menu. Best place for lunch in town. Great service and delicious food. My favorite place now. They deserve a place in Dinners,drive ins, and dives from the Food Network.

    (5)

  • Rob R.

    In from LA and some MD natives and I went their for taco Thursday. Best every tacos...sorry SoCal.

    (4)

  • Cindy C.

    This was definitely the best meal we had in OC. Everything we had was delicious and the service was great. The scallop dish was excellent and the calamari and flatbread appetizer were amazing. The prices were decent for the quality of food.

    (5)

  • Adam B.

    A great dinner find! The crab dip was absolutely delicious! And the fish and chips were fried perfect! Great microbrew beer selection!

    (4)

  • Shakeria G.

    Margarita please! Let's start off by stating the food amd the service was awesome. This place is ideal for a nice lunch/dinner ... Something different from the typical OC food. The drinks was delish peach margarita no salt perfect! The clams and crab flatbread appetizers perfect (my one pet peeve is that the clams I ordered was cooked with a andouille sausage being a vegetarian I think it's good for places to state this and they didn't so after one my partner ate the rest) I ordered the halibut seared in an garlic truffle oil with asparagus and spinach.. To dye for !! The desert delish I don't even know what it was but it was a great play on flavors. This place will definitely fine tune your senses.. It's simple yet delicious all in one. This place is must in Ocean City. But it doesn't come cheap

    (5)

  • Rosa L.

    This place was fabulous! We were walking to another restaurant and stumbled upon this gem! We had the calamari, peach margarita, strawberry mojito, fish and pesto fries...AMAZING! We are back for lunch today! A great experience! Great food, ambience and drinks! My new favorite OC restaurant!

    (5)

  • Joshua H.

    The bacon wrapped scallops were awesome. Thursday is fish and shrimp taco night. They both were good, the fish one was slightly dry. The crab cake was ok. A bit burnt on the bottom and not a lot of lump meat. The kids had mac and cheese. Was good, but seemed like a box of kraft mac n cheese. Their tator tots were great. The green beans where good. They did forget to bring out the fish for the kids, but we had so much food they didn't need it so they took it off the bill. I will definitely be going back again and would recommend it to everyone!

    (4)

  • Jaimee A.

    This was a nice, kid friendly restaurant. The service was great and it was super clean. We had: The grilled tuna pinchos - good but they could have been a bit more rare (I like my tuna still flopping!!) Crab dip - good but I have to be honest, I am starting to get sick of crab dip Scallops with corn and bacon over potatoes- very tasty - scallops were a bit overcooked, but I like my scallops raw Pan roasted chicken - delicious Kraft Mac N Cheese for the girls - which they loved Pesto fries - tasty Cheese grits - I think grits are gross under all circumstances but the hubby loved them All in all a nice dining experience with clean bathrooms.

    (3)

  • Leisa N.

    Haven't had a bad meal yet! Reasonably priced! Food so fresh! Tuna lettuce wraps excellent and some of the best calamari yet! Can't wait for next visit!

    (5)

  • Roy G.

    Simply the best!! Let's start with atmosphere...it's awesome!! Great indoor/outdoor location with two outdoor seating areas. The vibe is super friendly and the crowd is better than most places I've been to in OC. The staff...excellent!! Waitresses and waiters are top notch and live to interact, the hostesses and hosts are a pleasure to deal with. The managers and other staff also very accommodating and reAlly care about their patrons. Special shout out to John the bartender who went above and beyond in helping with a situation we had there when my fiancé dropped her engagement ring between the floor boards of the upper deck. The food....f***king AMAZING!!! In my book this is hands down the best food in OC right now. The meals we tried were impeccably well prepared. Taste was out of this world!! From the 1/2 chicken to the surf and turf to the seared tuna to the wahoo! It was unbelievable!! The appetizers were also equally as amazing, we had the chicken wings, calamari and tuna wraps. I could search for food this good for the rest of my life and possibly never find any! Hopefully this place stays this way!!

    (5)

  • Sheila C.

    Excellent food and service. The crab dip was awesome as was the chocolate ganache dessert. Compliments to the chefs!!!

    (5)

  • Chuck D.

    Went for dinner had to wait a bit but was able to sit at the bar and order appetizers while we waited. All of the food was top notch. We had the calamari, crab dip, tuna steak, my wife had a salad. Drinks were awesome wife had Georgia peach, I had the hooked lemonade.

    (5)

  • Chris D.

    This place is pretty sweet. I ordered a surf and turf which was very tasty and would order again. My friend ordered a marinated half chicken, but he loaded up on wings for an appetizer so he wasn't able to finish his marinated half chicken. I was the lucky one who got to finish it, and it was probably the best chicken I've ever had. It was so flavorful, and cooked just right. If you are in the area, definitely check out Hooked!

    (5)

  • Jason L.

    The food is farm and ocean to table, the service is excellent, everything is great... I love it here, I wish I lived closer. The Chincoteague oysters with pomegranate mignonette were perhaps the best oysters I've ever eaten.

    (5)

  • Laina G.

    Amazing meal! Went with a party of 11 and every single one of us loved it! Our favorites were the Seared Scallops and, the Seared Ahi Tuna. Drinks were great, service was great, atmosphere was great! A++

    (5)

  • Lynn F.

    All I can say is, my friend and I were pleasantly surprised! I had the scallops which was on a bed of noodles and pulled pork that tasted straight outta. NC. My friend had the fish and chips, delicious again! Definitely a re-do!

    (5)

  • Alli R.

    Decided to try Hooked after reading the great reviews here on Yelp. They were very much deserved! The waiter was very attentive, the decor was pleasant and the food was outstanding. I ordered the Thai Basil Seared Tuna. It was really good, with a large portion. However, there was a golf ball sized chunk of tuna that I couldn't cut through or eat. I believe it was part of the bloodline of the fish. My fiancee got the roasted salmon and I have to admit I was jealous and should have ordered that, although I did like my entree. The salmon was cooked to perfection. The cheesy grits were out of this world. Got an extra order to take home. The crab dip was also good, served with homemade kettle chips. Next time I am in Ocean City I'd love to go back.

    (5)

  • Jon S.

    They practice what they preach - farm - ocean - table. The results are fresh and delicious.

    (5)

  • Orrie B.

    I went with a group of 8 and This place was great. The crab and corn flatbread is really good and the corn they use complimented the crab surprisingly well. The crab dip was also good. I went with the surf and turf. The steak was cooked just right and the shrimp was good. The shrimp could've used a little more seasoning but it was still good to eat. The bread was good that they served. Overall everyone enjoyed their food...The only downside is there is no call ahead seating so if you go there on a weekend night, be prepared to wait for at least an hour and they were unable to split checks more than 3 ways which was a minor inconvenience.

    (5)

  • Lorrie N.

    Outstanding combination of flavors! Scallops with polenta and sweet potatoes are to die for. The service is amazing. The chef is personable and friendly. He is excited about the food he makes which given our experience is very well deserved. I would come back anytime and recommend it highly. We just had dinner at the chefs table at Delmonico's in Las Vegas and this was WAY BETTER!

    (5)

  • Sana N.

    This place really isn't anything special. The food was good, but not worth the prices (meals are all 20+). And the calamari comes with this spicy mayonnaise on top. It's tasty but very greasy and fatty. Service is fine, decor is good, as far as restaurants go it was overpriced for such an average experience.

    (3)

  • Amy D.

    This HAS to be the best restaurant in OCMD with incredible and knowledgeable staff! So happy we ended up here. Great calamari -Thai Basil Tuna, Surf & Turf , Roasted Chicken. Kids menu fried shrimp & fries( it did only have three shrimp FYI) and awesome Bloody Mary ( local Mary) Will definitely come back - writing this as I sit here it's that good! What Would make me give it 5 stars? -if it were located on the water or with a view. Food and service are excellent.

    (4)

  • Thomas M.

    Food was delicious. Setting was intimate, modern and family friendly. Service was prompt, knowledgable and pleasant. Little pricey but well worth it.

    (5)

  • Emi R.

    The presentation of the food was incredible and does the actual taste of the food justice. Service was great, he gave recommendations and visited our table frequently. Best food and service in OC

    (5)

  • Sylwia H.

    Incredibly friendly staff and atmosphere was perfect. Food was great and in my opinion the best we've had in this area. Specialty cocktails were just ok. I expected more burst of flavor. The calamari was amazing, lettuce wraps were not my favorite but the scallop main dish was to die for. Dessert had good flavor, but too much ice cream, not enough fudge. The staff really made our day and are so amazing with kids. We loved it, super classy!!

    (4)

  • C S.

    Went for Thursday taco night, great fish tacos and a nice atmosphere. Vibe inside is very Annapolis/DC (so dress appropriately). Managed to scope out some other diners dishes as we sat, all food looked delicious. Very friendly staff. Definite thumbs up.

    (4)

  • Evan L.

    There is a restaurant that is reasonably priced, provides excellent service, and creates dishes worthy of a respectable foody. The surprising part that I never thought I would be able to write without my tongue firmly planted in my cheek is that restaurant resides in Ocean City, MD and it is called "Hooked". In the off season, e.g., mid-November, one can have an individual appetizer, any entree off their menu, and a dessert for $25. Folks, this is a deal not to be missed. I don't often give 5 stars. You need to try Hooked.

    (5)

  • Meg M.

    Delicious! We had the crab dip and mussels to start. Shared the wedge with a crab cake on the side and the scallops with the corn and cheese grits. Yum! Good service and nice atmosphere outside seating!

    (5)

  • John G.

    HOOKED is as they say Off The Hook but that is the name of another one of Co-owners Steve Hagen and Kevin Frye's restaurants. Tonight to close out a fantastic vacation week at OCMD we had an absolutely fantastic meal at Hooked. My sister ordered a Fried Burratta, pancetta with grilled asparagus a tomato sauce and crispy basil. This is the creamiest fried cheese you'll ever want to try and the mixture os asparagus and tomato with the fresh cris bail is a great compliment. Her meal was a Surf & Turf which consisted of a Med. filet with a skewer of Shrimp and some local raised potatoes and a green bean almandine salad.My wife tried the roasted Corn & Jalapeño Bisque with the Spinach Salad she raved about how good the Blue Cheese bacon and eggs blended in with the Warm Mustard Vinaigrette Dressing. Of course the fire lady did say the soup could have used more Jalapeños. My BIL Joe had the. Roasted Salmon with local sage roasted arugula, leeks,squash,tomatoes & shallots. I had the Thai Basil Seared Tuna it was accompanied with local Zucchini and yellow noodles with wasabi peas pea shoots and a house made ponzu. There was no fishy taste to this Tuna and it was seared perfectly with a dark red inside. The ponzu added a tanginess but not overly stringent flavor to the fresh Vegetables and tuna. All of us left very pleased with our meals. Hooked is very simple as far as ambiance goes with white walls and beachy paintings the staff is very pleasant and willing to answer all questions on their simple but complex menu. I recommend you try this if you want that high class menu that comes complete with complex taste and texture but at a moderate price. Hooked is truly an East Coast jem. I can't wait to return next year! Special thanks to Brian our Waitperson excellent job.

    (5)

  • Timothy R.

    great food cooked to perfection- OK prices. good cocktails- high priced. overall good and will be back

    (5)

  • Cathy J.

    So delicious. The tuna was perfect, as was the arugula grapefruit salad. Orange crush was pretty good, too. Enjoyed the band upstairs and world cup was on, too.

    (5)

  • Angelo A.

    food and service all very good every dish was awesome. Will be back in a few weeks. Will be a highlight of trip.

    (5)

  • Joel M.

    Great service, great food!

    (5)

  • David O.

    Make sure to take a shower and get the beach off of you before you come to the wonderful oasis that is Hooked. It is more of what you'd expect for a 3 dollar sign restaurant for the $$ prices. The paintings on the wall, the complimentary focaccia, and the service were outstanding. Highly recommend the cookie dough cheese cake.

    (5)

  • Susan L.

    One hour of waiting. Then it was another 10 minutes after being seated before we got drinks. Food trickled out. And after all that waiting, it was just ok. The beet salad with goats cheese was good. The kale chips were great. The endive, pear, and fig salad was surprisingly tasteless.The crab cakes were decent but on top of an inedible gritty mustard green and a sauce that tastes like room temperature Dijon mustard. Ate the crab and sent the rest back untouched. The scallops on stroganoff were good, but like the crab cakes, the seafood was nice but the mess underneath was awkward. And the entire meal took over an hour. Terrible, slow service. A bored and disinterested kid who couldn't have cared less about us or our dinner. Two hours later, we were free. Came back home and ate peanut butter sandwiches. Waste of 75 bucks. The one saving grace: the hostess was awesome, running around, working tables and very professional.

    (1)

  • C M.

    VERY pleased with this place. Food healthy and great service. Excellent fish and shrimp tacos! This will be a regular stop for us while in OC!

    (5)

  • Elizabeth C.

    Love, love, love it! The food was great. Mom had the tuna and wanted to lick the plate clean. Grandma and I had the crab cakes and were impressed with how much crab was in them - delish! My boyfriend had the whole fish (branzino) and loved it so much that he really didn't mind picking out the bones. The portions were very generous! We love locally sourced food and the staff was well informed and really nice. We will come back here next time we are in town!

    (5)

  • Terrence H.

    The Yelp reviews were spot on, the food and service was great! I had the scallops and my wife had the fish and chips. It was the best meal I've had in Ocean City. I had the French toast bread pudding with cinnamon ice cream for dessert ... truly a treat.

    (5)

  • Jennifer D.

    Had a great experience and enjoyed every bite of food at Hooked. We started off with the Crab Bisque (corn and jalapeños) and the Calamari. The soup was absolutely delicious, very creamy and you could taste the crab. It was not spicy as expected considering the jalapeños but still incredible. Calamari and the sauce which covers it were really the best I've had. Not one bit chewy and the flavor of the sauce was yummy and different. That was just the starters. We had Fish and Chips (a special) and Pan Seared Chicken as our main course. They were both delicious. The chicken was a bit more upscale with a great combination of flavor. The best part was the dessert that we decided to take home because we were so full. A chocolate fudge like bar with Coffee Ice Cream and Hazelnuts, chocolate also had salt on it. It was delicious, so rich. Back in our hotel room everyone was enjoying each bite.

    (5)

  • Josie C.

    This past week we visited Hooked based on Yelp reviews and, I must tell you the food along with the friendly & professional service was worth our wait! Our appetizers included the pesto fries, kale chips,tuna wrapped lettuce & mussels. Every plate was worth every bite full! Our main courses included crab cakes, fish & chips, the local farm, Cioppino & the ancho marinated chicken every meal deserves a 5 star not to mention our server who was friendly and very product knowledgeable.

    (5)

  • Kerri A.

    Meal and service was outstanding! The reviews are on point. Started with the crab dip, then we each had a different entree (scallops, surf and turf and crab) - everyone loved it! Even the kids meals were fantastic (filet mignon for my son and chicken tenders for my daughter - both with watermelon) Highly recommend.

    (5)

  • Pat B.

    We went to dinner here tonight given the positive Yelp reviews. The server, I think his name was Joe, didn't tell us his name or the specials tonight. He did patiently wait for us to decide on our orders. The food was OK. My husband's fillet cooked medium looked and tasted well done. It was cut too thin, I think. My crab cakes were not special, there was filler. My daughter's shrimp was good. I did not experience the great service or food others have experienced.

    (2)

  • Kerry Beth J.

    A friend and I stopped in on our way elsewhere to enjoy live music, and I'm glad we did! There was a wait we didn't have time for, so we ate at the bar indoors. A ton of ambiance with homemade infused vodkas and tequilas behind the bar, and mixed drinks served in mason jars, we both ordered the scallops served over grits and were beyond pleased. I've never had grits I ate more than a bite of before, but the rest of the dish sounded so yummy, I ordered it anyway. I devoured them! The scallops were perfectly cooked, and the chunks of pancetta were fantastic treats, scattered through. I'll definitely try this place again in the future!

    (4)

  • Chels P.

    After screening yelp for a high reviewed restaurant that is open in off season oc, hooked caught my attention. We decided to go for light fare dinner and opted for appetizers. I ordered the clams, and my boyfriend ordered the calamari. The clams came in an amazing buttery garlic lemon sauce which I was literally drinking because it was so good. Calamari was perfect. Perfectly cooked, and delicious. I even got half off on my order because Wednesday is ladies night 50% off. We are thinking about going back for dinner! If not this trip I will definitely be adding to my list for next time.

    (4)

  • david g.

    best meal we had while on vacation great food, great service and very nice atmosphere we will be back

    (5)

  • Joe W.

    Hooked was great good drinks great meal great service expensive for family but more than willing to drop a hundred for the meal when we get treated like we did we will def back next year

    (5)

  • Calli P.

    Great place to enjoy local, fresh food. I tried the crab bisque, mussels, crab dip, and salmon blt- all awesome choices. I will definitely be back to explore other dishes! The service was excellent as well!

    (5)

  • Samantha G.

    Fresh, colorful, yummy, and served with enthusiasm. All while at the beach. LOVED this meal. My girlfriends and I had our annual beach weekend and chose this as our one night out. We could not have made a better choice. Even the house Cab was yummy. My meal, starting with the burrata before my scallops with corn and grits, was fabulous. Not overpowering and definitely the right amount of food. Not too little, not too much. A good choice for Ocean to Table. I recommend the bar and corner booths upstairs.

    (5)

  • Lisa T.

    A great meal for everyone at the table!

    (5)

  • Patrick C.

    Delicious, fresh food, interesting menu and friendly, efficient service. Great prices and beautifully presented dishes. Orange crush drinks were great too. Would definitely go back again next time we are in town.

    (5)

  • Chang L.

    Absolutely one of the best restaurants I've been to. The food was amazing and the service was great. I got the cioppino which was cooked perfectly; not over powered by tomatoes like I usually find in other restaurants. My husband had the crab cake which was also very good. The calamari needed a little extra seasoning but was delicious as well. Would highly recommend. The cost was very reasonable and we felt very good about what we got vs what we paid.

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:30 am - 9:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Trendy
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : Free
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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