Eat, Explore, and Enjoy OC
Our personal picks for restaurants, family activities, quick stops, and Ocean City favorites — including plenty within walking distance or a short ride from SK Coast at 30th Street.
Helpful Basics
A few useful stops and transportation options to help you get settled and get around Ocean City.
OCMD Beach Bus
An easy way to explore Ocean City without moving your car. Nearby stops are along Philadelphia Avenue around 30th Street, with service running north and south along Coastal Highway. Check the official OCMD transportation information for current fares, schedules, and service.
Nearby Bus Stop →Minit Market
One of the closest stops for drinks, snacks, basic supplies, and quick food. They also make fresh breakfast sandwiches and subs.
Open in Google Maps →Food Lion
A good option for a full grocery run. There's a Food Lion north of the condo at 11801 Coastal Hwy and another across the Route 50 bridge at 9936 Stephen Decatur Hwy. Pick whichever works best for your plans or your route into town.
North Ocean City Location →West Ocean City Location →
Anthony’s Liquors
A nearby Ocean City staple for beer, wine, liquor, and a great deli. It's also an easy stop when you're looking for sandwiches or something quick.
Open in Google Maps →Food & Drinks
Some of our personal favorites around Ocean City — starting with places close to SK Coast, then a few that are worth the drive.
Close to SK Coast
One of our favorite things about staying at 30th Street is how many great spots are nearby.
Higgins Crab House
Just around the corner from SK Coast and good for larger groups. Rooftop bar and seating.
Open in Google Maps →Mother’s Cantina
Best Mexican in town, in our opinion — and just a short walk from SK Coast.
Open in Google Maps →OC Wasabi
Another nearby favorite. We love the Chip Roll.
Open in Google Maps →Coconuts Beach Bar & Grill
Located on the beach at Castle in the Sand Hotel. Known for 2-for-1 drinks from 5 to 6, beach drinks, food, and live music.
Open in Google Maps →Worth the Short Drive
A few more SK Coast favorites when you're ready to explore farther up Coastal Highway.
Longboard Café
Another great happy hour spot. The wrinkled green beans are so good.
Open in Google Maps →Seacrets Jamaica USA
You have to go at least once. Distillery tours, dining, drinks in the sand, nightlife, and live music.
Open in Google Maps →Crab Bag
Located farther north, but we have never had a bad meal here. Best crabs, in our opinion.
Open in Google Maps →Albertino’s
Great brick oven pizza and pasta dishes. We love Brandy and Jimmy.
Open in Google Maps →Worth the Trip
These are farther from the condo, but they're places we personally enjoy enough to make the drive.
Jimmy’s Kitchen
Located in Fenwick Island, but worth the drive. SOS is a must-try.
Open in Google Maps →Fenwick Pub
Good food, good drinks, and a relaxed local vibe. Favorites include the Tuna Nachos, Crabby Burger, Crab Cake Sandwich, and Orange Crush.
Open in Google Maps →Family Fun
One of the best parts of staying at SK Coast is how much there is for families to do nearby — many of these are within just a few blocks of the condo.
Jolly Roger Amusement Park, Splash Mountain & SpeedWorld
One of the biggest perks of our 30th Street location. Rides, Splash Mountain Water Park, mini golf, and go-karts are right across Coastal Highway from SK Coast. You can even bring your own food and make a day of it.
Open in Google Maps →Jungle Golf
Classic Ocean City mini golf practically around the corner from the condo. An easy family activity when you want a break from the beach without getting in the car.
Open in Google Maps →Old Pro Golf – 28th Street
Another classic Ocean City mini golf option just a couple of blocks away. Great for an easy evening activity after a day on the beach.
Open in Google Maps →Ocean City Boardwalk
The north end of the Boardwalk is only about three blocks from SK Coast. Walk or bike down for food, shops, arcades, rides, and the classic Ocean City experience.
Open in Google Maps →Boardwalk Bike Rentals
One of our favorite ways to explore Ocean City. Bike rentals are available near the start of the Boardwalk, only a few blocks from SK Coast. Grab a bike and ride the Boardwalk without having to load bikes into the car or find parking downtown.
View Boardwalk Access Area →Robin Park
Because sometimes a simple playground is all you need. Robin Park is nearby and gives younger kids a place to run around and play without turning it into a whole-day outing.
Open in Google Maps →Fish Tales
Family-friendly waterfront dining with a kids' play area. It's a fun place to grab a meal, watch the boats at the marina, and let the kids burn off some energy.
Open in Google Maps →A Few More Favorites
A few personal picks that don't quite fit the other categories, but might be exactly what you're looking for.
Yoga Centric at the Beach
Gwenn is a yogi, and this is one of her favorite yoga studios in the Ocean City area.
Open in Google Maps →Señor Cigars
A local cigar shop and lounge just a few blocks from SK Coast. An easy nearby stop for cigar enthusiasts without having to drive across town.
Open 33rd Street Plaza in Google Maps →American Legion Post 166
If you're a Legion member or visiting with one, Post 166 is nearby with affordable food and drinks, a rooftop bar, and plenty of local character.
Open in Google Maps →