The Wellwood Restaurant – Full-Service Restaurant; Seafood, Crabs, Steak, Chicken and More!

"This Middle-Of-Nowhere Restaurant In Maryland
Will Serve You The Best Steaks Of Your Life"
By: Joshua Campbell

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Wellwood Restaurant Hours:
Fri & Sat: 11:30 am to 10 pm
Sun: 11:30 am to 9 pm
Mon: CLOSED
Tues - Thurs: 11:30 am to 9 pm

The River Shack is Closed
for the 2026 Season
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The Wellwood Restaurant is located at:
523 Water Street Charlestown, Maryland 21914

THE HISTORIC WELLWOOD RESTAURANT, A BEAUTIFUL WATER VIEW VENUE, DELIVERS ELEGANT DINING FOR WEEKNIGHTS, WEEKENDS, SPECIAL OCCASIONS, AND MORE.

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Our Crab and Seafood Restaurant with a View of the North East River

Owned by the Metz family for over 50 years, The Wellwood offers our guests three guest unique seating areas to enjoy – an experience for every taste!

FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CLICK NUMBER OR CALL: 410-287-6666

Enjoy delicious crabs, seafood, fine and casual dining — with an exceptional view Located in Historic Charlestown, Maryland. The Wellwood is a convenient weekend or mid week getaway within 1 hour of Baltimore and Philadelphia, and 45 minutes from Wilmington.

The Wellwood Retaurant is ideal for:

A Delicious Weekday Lunch ~ An Impressive Business Dinner ~ Entertaining Family or Friends ~ Special Occasions

A Unique Dining Experience at Our Seafood Restaurant

At the Historic Wellwood in Maryland, we serve crabs all year long. We also host bridal and baby showers, class and family reunions, business meetings and banquets, holiday gatherings, bar and bat mitzvahs, retirement and anniversary parties, and more. No matter what celebration brings you together, let our dedicated staff make it an experience you'll treasure.

Fine Dining Crab and Seafood Restaurant with a Great Water View

The Wellwood Club Restaurant offers a delicious dining experience for every taste with a casual fare menu (including nightly specials) as well as a fine dining menu to rival none. In addition, we cater private parties at The Wellwood or at your place. View our events calendar to make plans with family and friends.

Wellwood Pavilion
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Wellwood Hours:
Fri & Sat: 11:30 am to 10 pm
Sun: 11:30 am to 9 pm
Mon: CLOSED
Tues - Thurs: 11:30 am to 9 pm

The River Shack is Closed
for the 2026 Season

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Address
523 Water Street
Charlestown, Maryland 21914

The Wellwood Features:

Steamed Crabs all year long in Maryland

Outdoor brick patio with live music. (in season)

Outdoor bar seating

Fireside seating. (in season)

Casual & comfortable pub seating in our Club Room.

Private dining rooms for corporate events and social occasions

Our climate-controlled banquet pavilion for weddings & special events

      EXCELLENT  
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   Barbara Knezo 
 September 15, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Server Charisse was exceptional and treated our larger group with attention to every detail! Food was delicious - steamed crabs huge and fried chicken The Best!
  
 
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   baker5900 
 September 12, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good food. Super fast service and our server, Nate, was wonderful.
  
 
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   Joann Beck 
 September 9, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great place for live music.
  
 
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   Alexa Thompson 
 September 7, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A menu for everyone, service that's friendly, and an atmosphere that feels both private yet  upscale; The Wellwood may meet your standards. Tucked into a quaint little town, this local seafood restaurant may be your next favorite spot. They book bands on the weekends, indoor & outdoor bars, crab specials, & plenty of drink options... Did I mention that it's practically waterfront? The marina is across the street where you can launch your boat and then come back to shore to enjoy a nice dinner with live music.
  
 
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   Henry Napoli 
 September 4, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We did outdoor dining which awesome.  The food and service was great @

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Don't miss The River Shack, where you can put your toes in the sand at the Shack beach. The River Shack has been cheerfully described as the 'ideal hidden local spot' and a 'crab hunter's dream come true'. It is open during the warmer months, May through October. The River Shack is our 'traditional Maryland Crab House atmosphere' featuring steamed crab specials and famous fried chicken. It's a great place when you want a delicious meal without the fine dining setting.

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Wellwood Restaurant Hours:

The River Shack is Closedfor the 2026 Season

The Wellwood Restaurant is located at: 523 Water Street Charlestown, Maryland 21914

THE HISTORIC WELLWOOD RESTAURANT, A BEAUTIFUL WATER VIEW VENUE, DELIVERS ELEGANT DINING FOR WEEKNIGHTS, WEEKENDS, SPECIAL OCCASIONS, AND MORE.

FOR RESERVATIONS, PLEASE CLICK NUMBER OR CALL: 410-287-6666

The Wellwood Retaurant is ideal for:

A Delicious Weekday Lunch ~ An Impressive Business Dinner ~ Entertaining Family or Friends ~ Special Occasions

A Unique Dining Experience at Our Seafood Restaurant

Fine Dining Crab and Seafood Restaurant with a Great Water View

Wellwood Pavilion

Wellwood Hours:

The River Shack is Closedfor the 2026 Season

FIND US

Address

The Wellwood Features:

CELEBRATE SPECIAL OCCASIONS AT THE WELLWOOD RESTAURANT!

BEST CRABS ON THE NORTHEAST RIVER IN MARYLAND

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Location:

523 Water Street Charlestown, Maryland 21914

Call 410-287-6666 for Reservations

The River Shack is Closed
for the 2026 Season

The Wellwood Restaurant is located at:
523 Water Street Charlestown, Maryland 21914

The River Shack is Closed
for the 2026 Season

523 Water Street
Charlestown, Maryland 21914

Call 410-287-6666
for Reservations