Everything we ordered was tasty. Our appetizers were crab balls and friend oysters - both good. We had the broiled and the blackened scallop entree which comes with two sides, and my other friend ordered the grouper entrée. Our sides were mashed potatoes, which we could tell were made by hand, and the green beans, which were amazing. We can't figure out what kind of fatback or whatever they use for the green beans but they are really good and cooked well. The cocktails we had hit the spot as well, the Island Dream and the French 75 were good. Our server was nice. Overall this is a no frills seafood spot with a nice view and ample indoor and outdoor seating. We agree that we would come back.

Great view of the harbor and the drawbridge. Staff is friendly and the food and drinks are reasonably priced. This place makes its own salad dressing and the ranch is really special. Get the wings and ask for ranch, even if you are a blue cheese guy. Seriously. I like the crab balls, crab dip, wings, and salads. The tuna appetizer is also a treat. I haven't boated here yet, but it looks like you might be able to tie off below the aim outdoor deck. Be aware that many places on the Eastern Shore now charge 3% for credit cards. This is a new thing in Maryland and I've learned it is to offset new higher fees. I complained bitterly about that and got excoriated by the substantial Portside fan base. This 5 star review is my penance. Sorry Portside. I know you do a good job.

I can't stop thinking about these amazing scallops!!!!!! Unbeatable! How was this many scallops only $30???? My husband said they were the best sweet potato fries he ever had. Even my son who doesn't like shrimp really loved the bang bang shrimp!!!!!

Very casual place with great seafood dishes. Parking in front of restaurant was full but just past restaurant there was a gravel topped lot with plenty of open spaces. You walk in and head upstairs and there was a very noisy bar with a few tables. I made a reservation since we were a party of 6 and we were sat in the enclosed outside section which was a normal noise level. There were only 2 tables that could seat 6 so I'm glad I made a reservation. Being winter and dark outside, the flaps on the walls were all zipped up and we couldn't see any view. It would be nice to come back in warmer weather and see this room opened up. Our server Caden was great and warned us the kitchen was backed up and food may be a little slow. It turned out it was fine and we ordered an appetizer just in case it did take a while. We started with a sampler appetizer and enjoyed everything included. The crab stuffed shrimp had lots of crab and was delicious. We also enjoyed the blackened grouper sandwich and fish tacos. Would have been nice to not have the table cleanup cart next to our table but we enjoyed our meal and service was great.

I can't believe I have never reviewed Portside. Portside was originally an oyster house and overlooks Cambridge Creek and the historic drawbridge going into downtown Cambridge. Portside has beautiful views whether you're sitting outside, upstairs or downstairs, you can watch the waterman on the workboats, returning from the days catch or local tour boats. This is where the locals hang. I always order the same thing the warm pretzel sticks with hot cheese crab dip and the dry wings with old bay. One bite of the hot cheese crap dip and you will agree it's the best dip ever. Portside has the best Old Bay chicken wings recipe with dry rub. Dogfish Head 60-minute IPA on tap makes for my favorite lunch.

I love crab cakes but they can be tricky to make. Too many fillers and I am lost. Some places advertise lump crab, but it is all filler and breading. Your crab cakes are excellent. I had a fried and broiled one and could not decide which was better. Maryland crab has always had a special place in my heart and plate. It brought back a flood of memories from when I lived in the region and enjoined then regularly. The sweet subtle flavor was just heavenly. Your cocktail sauce could use a bit more of a kick- more horseradish sauce. I savored.every bite and forgot to order two to go. Your host was nice, but it was not obvious who the server and it took a while to have a server take our order. I love the view from the patio of the Chesapeake Bay. I cannot wait to return to have your crab cakes again.