Best Restaurants: 2026 Best of Ocean City® Winners
Expiration: 365 days after purchase
The Best of Ocean City® Restaurants Pass is your ultimate guide to the 2025 Best of Ocean City® winners—handpicked by locals and voted on by thousands. Download this free pass to discover the top restaurants, bars, and hidden gems across Ocean City, from boardwalk classics to waterfront favorites. As you check in at winning locations, you’ll unlock exclusive deals, earn points, and even win prizes—all while tasting your way through the very best Ocean City has to offer. Whether you’re craving award-winning crab cakes, famous orange crushes, or unforgettable sunset dinners, this pass puts the flavor of Ocean City right in your pocket. Get the pass, follow the flavor, and dig in!
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Locals Choice - Best Sports Bar
28th St. Pit-n-Pub, located at 2706 Philadelphia Avenue in Ocean City, Maryland, is a beloved smokehouse BBQ restaurant renowned for its authentic, slow-smoked meats and welcoming atmosphere. Open year-round from 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM daily, the eatery offers a diverse menu featuring favorites like beef brisket sandwiches, pulled pork, ribs, and unique appetizers such as candied bacon and gravy fries. The cozy interior, adorned with album covers on the ceilings, creates a nostalgic vibe, while multiple TVs and live music events provide entertainment for guests. Families are welcomed with kid-friendly menu options, and the establishment accommodates groups, offering both dine-in and carry-out services. Regular patrons appreciate the daily happy hour specials and the restaurant's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Whether you're craving hearty BBQ or looking for a lively spot to unwind, 28th St. Pit-n-Pub stands out as a must-visit destination in Ocean City.
Voters Choice - Best Carry-out and Best Subs
Voters Choice - Best Breakfast
Locals Choice - Best Carryout
Voters Choice - Best Asian Food
Best of Ocean City® Winner: Voters Choice - Best Raw Bar & Best BBQ
Voters Choice - Best BBQ. AND Best Raw Bar
Voters Choice - Best BBQ. (Best Raw Bar - but not at this location)
Voters Choice - Best Crabcakes
Voters Choice - Best Crabs
Crawl Street Tavern is a lively and welcoming bar and restaurant just steps from the boardwalk. Known for its inviting atmosphere, the tavern offers a diverse menu that includes breakfast favorites like creamed chipped beef, as well as lunch and dinner options such as crab dip, rockfish tacos, and Maryland flatbreads . As the official Philadelphia sports bar in Ocean City, Crawl Street Tavern broadcasts all major Philly games and features NFL Sunday Ticket, making it a popular spot for sports enthusiasts . The venue also hosts live music performances, providing entertainment for guests throughout the week .
Get your $5 Garage Beer with lime for $5 with the Coastal Craft Crawl Trail Pass. (This is the Kelce Brothers Beer - Jason & Travis Kelce)
Get your $5 orange crush with the OC Orange Crush Trail Pass.
Best of Ocean City® Winner: Voters Choice - Best Ice Cream
Voters Choice - Best Ice Cream
Best of Ocean City® Winner: Voters Choice - Best Ice Cream
Best of Ocean City® Winner: Voters Choice - Best Ice Cream
Best of Ocean City® Winner: Voters Choice - Best Ice Cream
Voters Choice - Best Waterfront Dining and Best Place to View a Sunset
Voters Choice - Best Seafood. Locals Choice - Best Brunch (Sunday)
Voters Choice - Best New Restaurant
Voters Choice - Best Restaurant for Dietary Restrictions. AND Locals Choice - Best Wings
Voters Choice - Best Pizza
Best of Ocean City® Winner: Locals Choice - Best Asian Food
Locals Choice - Best Restaurant for Dietary Restrictions
Locals Choice - Best Italian
Voters Choice - Best Restaurant for Dietary Restrictions
Locals Choice - Best Place to View a Sunset
Voters Choice - Best Italian Food