The Robert Morris Inn and Salter’s Tavern
314 N Morris St, Oxford, MD, 21654
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Address :
314 N Morris St
Oxford, MD, 21654 - Phone (410) 226-5111
- Website https://www.robertmorrisinn.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :7:30 am - 11:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Rob M.
Just had Thanksgiving dinner tonight. I am writing the first review ever tonight. I had heard such good things about the chief and the food I was excited to take my wife there. I must say what a surprise. The entire experience was terrible. Service was terrible. At 6:30 they were out of one of 4 entree options. Soup was cold and fried oysters came from the freezer. Turkey dinner was dry and vegetables we under cooked and served cold. Pecan pie was good but was clearly store bought and not homemade. Had to go to the bar top get second glass of wine after waiting 20 minutes for waitress. I don't mind spending $175 for a good meal and great service but we didn't get either one. No one should have to go thru this so read this and be warned!
(1)Josh R.
Anchored off Oxford on a long sailing trip and rowed into town for some food. Stumbled upon the tavern and we decided to go in because there was A/C and it was hot! Had a couple beers and apps at the Bar and they were excellent. The crab bisque had an excellent flavor, a little light on the crab meat, but the flavor more than made up for it. We also had the tuna carpaccio, which had a great light sauce on it, was a huge portion, and had fried goat cheese on top (who can go wrong with fried goat cheese?). I would definitely recommend going, it is a quaint little town and good food, atmosphere, and staff. I will mention our bartender whose name I can't remember but she was a recent transplant from Cali and totally awesome!
(5)Mrs D.
Wonderful Venue Our group of 60 ladies had an excellent tea. Fresh baked scones, lemon curd, smith island cake and more. The items were Beautifully presented and delicious. Several in our group required gluten free selections And the inn delivered. Eve the banquet coordinator was knowledgeable and the service was perfect. This is one of our local favorites in beautiful Oxford.
(5)Pete S.
Food was ok. Fabled crab cake was a little overpriced. The corn succotash seemed like it came from a can. Mt wife got the special prime rib, which tasted like it had liquid smoke on it. Wine list very odd. Lots of Pinot noir. We did find a nice WA state Merlot though. Service was outstanding however! And the outdoor seating has some pretty nice views of the small town of Oxford and the Tred Avon River.
(3)Susan K.
Enjoyed the crab-topped eggs benedict on the porch during a cloud-free morning this week. Restful location and the food and service are always good.
(5)Dave D.
Dinner was a big bowl of okay. The crab soup was delicious, fried oysters were not bad, and the oyster pot pie was good. The portions were on the small side. We had breakfast the next morning and had the worst service ever! It literally took 20 minutes just to order coffee! We were almost to the point of walking out. We did eventually get to order and eat. The eggs benedict was good and the coffee was bold and tasty although not worth the wait.
(2)Etai M.
Well, it's a bad restaurant. We came for brunch and ordered on omelette and pancakes. Pretty simple. We got a large plate with a little omelette sitting sad in the middle of it with nothing on the side. The omelette tasted bad, was not done properly. They really don't make an effort there. The worst part is the service, it took ages to find the host and get seated ("Im sorry I'm not the host"), and then ages again to find our waitress to ask for the bill ("Im sorry I'm not your waiter"). The bill was also wrong, they over charged us, but it was not worth our time to ask for them to fix it.
(2)Samantha G.
My husband and I have different ideas of what constitutes a good weekend away: He loves the outdoors, sleeping under the stars, and cooking over an open fire. I like nice meals, cushy accommodations, and shopping. So, he planned what should have been the perfect compromise away weekend on the Eastern shore: one night of camping at Tuckahoe State Park followed by a relaxing stay at a B&B with water views in Oxford. Upon seeing my room, I wanted to be back in the tent. I will start with the positive, which was the food. We had breakfast at the inn because it is included in the room rate, for up to $18 per person. While other reviewers have commented on the high prices, $18 certainly goes a long way at breakfast! I found it extremely reasonable. We enjoyed french toast, egg/crab Benedict, coffee, and multiple sides, and our bill was still zero dollars. Service was polite-- not exactly speedy-- but on pace with what I expected--this isn't New York City, after all. We sat on the end of the porch and enjoyed the tranquil view and the wonderful meal. A woman even came by and asked if she could take our picture in order to paint it later because it was so picturesque. Another great attribute of the Inn is the location: besides being right on the water, you are right in front of the ferry dock, which comes every 15 minutes. You can get on with your car and then take a short drive to St. Michael's. It's very convenient. Within very short walking distance along the water from the Inn is the Scottish Highland Creamery, which has great ice cream. You can also walk to a small market, a bookstore, and a few other restaurants. The location of this Inn is exactly what you want for a quiet weekend getaway. Also positive were our interactions with the staff. The staff was friendly to us and promptly showed us to our room. When I locked myself out of my room (oopsies! It locks automatically!), the woman at the desk was very kind and not at all annoyed. The waitstaff was very friendly and polite, too. Unfortunately, I was very disappointed, and even grossed out, by our room. It's important to note that we did not stay in the main Inn building. I have no idea what those rooms are like. We had booked one of the Bottle Cottages. They are using the word cottages very loosely here, as both cottages are simply one tiny old house from the 1950s (1960s, maybe?) that has not been updated. The website description describes the Bottle Cottage as, "Large rooms with two in the cottage. More modern with seating areas and direct water views. Televisions are provided in these more modern rooms." Calling the screened-in area a porch is a joke. The two provided chairs cannot even fit side-by-side in it. There is nothing modern about the bottle cottage: mismatched floral wallpaper and upholstery, two twin beds pushed together, old, stained carpet. It was really, really, unappealing. There was black mold in the shower and everything just felt dingy, stained, and old. Even my husband, who loves to "rough it" was skeeved out. He agreed to go to the car and get our sleeping bag from camping, and we slept in that instead. I did not complain to the management because there was nothing they could do and it was only one night. What were they going to do? Replace the carpet, shower, and bed before my eyes? For $240 a night (198 on a weekday), I expect way, WAY more. The worst part is that the room was stifling. It was not even a very hot weekend and the room was so musty and hot. I wanted air freshener, a candle, a fan...anything..so badly! We had been warned not to touch the air conditioning or it would "freeze up," so we just suffered through it, ending up on top of our sleeping bag instead of in it. For me, the whole idea of staying at a B&B is to have a nicer experience than home. I was very happy to come home to my modest, but clean, apartment at the end of this weekend. However, if I were back on the Eastern Shore, I would not hesitate to stop back at the Inn for brunch and water views.
(2)Henry B.
Still among the best crab cakes you will find anywhere. For breakfast, try their take on Eggs Benedict - instead of Canadian bacon (I am not a ham fan), big chunks of back fin crab. Oh. My. Best breakfast dish I have had - a touch better than Brennan's turtle soup in New Orleans. Of course, that is a matter of taste.
(4)Gary G.
My wife took me here for a getaway birthday weekend and we enjoyed a quiet trip while meeting some new people along the way. The breakfast was good for $18/each at the tavern which was good. I had an omelet with blueberry pancakes. The coffee was delicious if you appreciate a good cup. The Bay water level was high which hindered activities. The room was typical B&B size but the bathroom was tiny like RV tiny.
(3)Mary B.
We had planned to have dinner in Annapolis but decided to come into Oxford since we were staying at the Robert Morris Inn. What an excellent decision we made! The Inn is delightful and the Salter's Tavern is a hidden diamond. For starters, the martini was perfect. The Maryland crab cream soup and crab cake were, hands down, the best I've ever had cross my lips (and I consider myself something of a connoisseur of Maryland crab). Side dishes (asparagus and Parmesan fries) were as good as the entrees, and the desserts (Myers lemon cake and chocolate caramel creme brûlée) were superb. Chef Mark Salter's talents are worthy of the finest five-star restaurants. Oxford and the Robert Morris Inn and lucky to have him and his delectable offerings in their midst. We will most definitely make it a priority to return! The Inn was delightful. Yes, it is historic and slightly quirky, but then so am I (more historic than quirky). The innkeepers were very accommodating and went out of their way to meet every need. The rooms were charming and the bathroom was spacious with good, hot water. It is a unique space with interesting history. It was a privilege to spend part of our vacation here and we look forward to returning. Soon.
(5)Fran D.
Stopped for lunch in the Tavern Section of the Inn on a Tuesday it was not really very busy. Server was nice and efficient with everything. We had a question about a chardonnay and she brought us the bottle to answer our question. I had a Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken. Most of the romaine was from the bottom portion of the head, so most of it was white and not green. The night before my husband had a Caesar Salad as a side and it was great. This was not worth the price they charged for it. My husband had Fish'n'chips. It was one large piece of fish and only fair. I would recommend not wasting your time in going here to eat.
(2)Lindsay H.
Best part was definitely the atmosphere. The food was overpriced for sure which does take away from the experience. There is a limited selection if you are trying to get an entree for under $20. The prices didn't seem to match the finish of the restaurant. The service was fine, but I'm not sure we will go back even with the limited options in Oxford.
(3)Christopher D.
Run, don't walk - Destination dining in Oxford, MD. On a May Monday evening in 2013, I ventured out from my Eastern shore resort in search of sustenance from an establishment not characterized by generic offerings based on ho hum preparations and barely edible foodstuffs. Two friends of mine raved about the Robert Morris Inn in Oxford, MD (just 60 minutes from the Bay Bridge and 28 minutes from Cambridge, MD) and so I ventured out, open to the possibilities of savoring a new food experience. The pastoral landscape from Cambridge is dotted with beautiful farmlands and when you arrive in Oxford, everything slows down to a manageable 25 mph - the RMI tavern is located at the end of the road, with ample parking. Come early and come often. The tavern is decorated in warm mahogany and comfortable tables - I arrived close to 830pm and the server, Spencer (a budding chef in the making), mentioned the specials - a crab salad, a lobster salad and a Prime Rib special, which was so tempting, but I was here for the seafood - after all, it is the Eastern Shore! The lobster appetizer was brought out and it was visually stunning - a serving of lobster amid perfectly cooked asparagus, greens, and prosciutto complemented by yellow tomatoes with a delectable sauce. The care that chef Mark Salter and his team takes in preparing vegetables is amazing and shows tremendous passion - to have the crunch of red pepper alongside perfectly cooked asparagus is one thing, but to imbibe this with a reduction of savory oil and seasonings brings the dish to a WOW - MUST HAVE status. I opted for one of the house specialties - the Crab Cake - also beautifully presented but more important, the taste transcended any other crab cake that I've ever had. Atop spears of wonderfully flavorful asparagus surrounded by amazingly warm yellow and purple potatoes, the crab cake is poised with a tomato icing reminiscent of a slow cooked sauce from Palermo. I delighted in each bite and was pleasantly surprised to notice that the more I ate this meal, the better it got. It was as if God had declared "Let there be crab cake" - and this appeared. I'm not exaggerating - It was that good. Executive chef and owner Mark Salter graciously spent time with me to share his philosophy of cooking and food preparation - I delighted in sharing my appreciation for a confluence of amazing cooking, aesthetics, and attention to detail which resulted in a meal that easily ranks as my number one for memorable food experiences. But there's more. Normally when I have a great meal, the appetizer and entree are so much more than I can handle that any "room for dessert" query results in a "Just the check, please" response. In this case, I wanted the full soup-to-nuts experience. Since Mark was tableside and so generous with his time, I asked him to recommend the dolce finale - in response, he brought over what was undoubtedly the best bread pudding that I have ever eaten. And yes, it displaces the famous Rose Petal Crème Brulee from the now closed Coppola's Rubicon in San Francisco. The depth of flavors of Salter's crème fraise atop the bread pudding and raspberries alongside the baked/steamed/baked again brioche is uncanny. This painstaking method results in a bread pudding texture that is both crispy and soft, sweet and savory. Paired with a strong, hot cup of fresh brewed coffee (drink it black, trust me), this Act 2 was literally a new beginning. Bottom-line? Run. Don't Walk. This was an amazing meal which makes the Robert Morris Inn in Oxford, MD one of my top food destinations - 2 hours from my home in Washington, DC to have brunch, lunch, dinner, anything at all from Salter's kitchen is a small price to pay. Mark mentioned that they offer brunch, and that just seems like it would be mind blowing. All in all, my Monday night venture into the warm Spring evening resulted in a transcendent sensory and aesthetic experience that is unforgettable.
(5)Hilary G.
My husband and I ate at the Taproom for dinner and the dark wood definitely makes you feel like you are in an old British pub. The appetizers were both outstanding - crab soup and the crab egg roll. I would say it's the best cream of crab soup I have ever had. The crab egg roll comes with avocados, grapefruit, and almonds and it was hard to share this dish as well. My husband ordered the lamb curry and I had the flounder fish and chips. He enjoyed his lamb curry but the portion could have been a little bigger. I enjoyed the fish and chips but would have preferred a lighter batter. You could tell the fish was fresh which is always a plus. Of course I saved room for the Smith Island cake which is many layers of alternating chocolate frosting and vanilla cake. The homemade chantilly cream was divine and really made the cake. I would no doubt return here next time I visit Oxford. I also love the history of the Robert Morris Inn and it's neat to dine in a historical inn.
(4)Jenn C.
From the moment we stepped in to discuss the possibility of having our wedding weekend here to the last hours of our adventure, we encountered the quintessential professionalism and family feel of the folks at RMI. Our friends and families will measure all other weddings against this one, and I believe most will fall short, as the weekend was a magical experience. Eve (our wedding coordinator), Ian (proprietor), Chef Salter (proprietor), Elinor, Janet, Kathy, Marguerite, David, and everyone else at RMI spoiled us (I am so sorry if I forgot your names - I would love to thank every one of you personally and repeatedly). We are eternally grateful for the generous hospitality. I would highly recommend their inn to anyone looking for the perfect spot. Whether you are hosting a large event or seeking an intimate weekend getaway, RMI will take great care of you. We arrived Friday evening with around 75 guests checking into their rooms and having dinner. The food was amazing: fried chicken, corn on the cob, cole slaw with blue cheese & apples, tomato salad, apple crisp and brownies to name a few of the offerings. All were cooked/baked to perfection, and served throughout the evening so that nothing got too cold or dry. The guests who ate latest had the same tasty experience as those who raided the buffet first. Breakfasts were spectacular. Our guests commented on how wonderful the food was, and I have never seen bacon so consistently cooked to perfection. The vegetable frittata and the scones were my personal favorites. Others thought the muffins were scrumptious. I appreciated that there were plenty of options for even the fussiest palates. Saturday night's dinner was a masterpiece. Ian designed and constructed lovely menus with a personal logo on it that he had created. The presentation was gorgeous, quality of the food was first rate, and the taste was five stars. All of our guests were thoroughly impressed with Chef Salter's culinary skills. We were equally impressed with everyone's professionalism and kindness. I have never been to a wedding where servers were so attentive to everyone's needs. They even noticed little things; like when my cousin's wife went up to the room with their child to feed her, a sweet server offered to keep my cousin's food warm while he waited for his wife to return. We chose Smith Island cakes for dessert, and Ian designed a logo exclusively for our cake. It was such a beautiful touch, and Ian has great artistic ability. Chef Salter personally served cake to our guests, a unique gesture that touched me very deeply. It is not very often that someone of his stature and ability would come out of the kitchen to take such personal care of guests, and I am incredibly grateful that he did so for ours. The rest of the reception was a ton of fun, and the great people at Robert Morris Inn made sure to take care of every detail, including the ones we had not thought of. Our wedding weekend was magical, and it could not have happened without the incredible staff at Robert Morris Inn.
(5)Kimberly M.
Absolutely delicious, perfectly balanced, fresh meals - what a treat! We started w/the watermelon-feta-walnut salad w/homemade balsamic vinegar. Visually delightful, & the taste made us crave the next course. We followed this w/chicken curry & lamb curry which both had succulent meat, the right amount of heat & flavors balanced to perfection. Honestly the best curry we've had in decades of world travel. A truly talented chef! We'll be making the 4 hour roundtrip from DC again & again.
(5)Brad C.
Expensive, quaint inn. Very Small rooms. I understand that Maryland is all about crabs, but No vegetable entrees on the menu in the tavern? The drinks were mediocre although the food was very good. Actually, I don't think the "bartender" had any training at all... Once, we left some untouched and ordered wine after The wait staff at the tavern were disorganized but quite friendly. The staff at the Inn were mixed; actually I had some reasonably small issue and one of the owners, rather than listening, tried to dodge/blame/duck/rationalize, rather than at least making me feel heard. I was left dumfounded and exasperated.
(2)Keller S.
I made a last minute reservation and had a small but clean room. The breakfast was delicious, I had Wi-Fi and the location was wonderful.
(4)Matthew V.
This is for Salter's Tavern. We had 2 meals here, dinner and Sunday brunch. Dinner: The menu was simple however over priced. We ordered some drinks, the spring roll and the Salter's seafood platter. The spring roll was AMAZING but $14 for 1 roll was a bit much. The platter was $32 and most items on the plate tasted like they were from the freezer opposed to fresh. The drinks were fine and the service was average. Brunch was a bit better and on par with normal pricing. Again, service was average and we had to ask several times for condiments and sugar, it was not that busy. Would likely not return
(2)Emily K.
Stopped here for breakfast on Sunday. Adorable cozy tavern. Great coffee. Eggs Benedict ($12) with crab was good -- though I wished the hollandaise was more lemon-y, especially with the chunks of crab. Malted wheat pancakes with blueberries ($7) were fabulous (crispy on the outside, soft inside). Both dishes were served on super hot plates -- the classic stamp that the chef cares even about breakfast. Service was excellent. Worth the quick trip down to Oxford from Easton.
(4)Andy R.
The Robert Morris Inn doesn't know the meaning of customer service. We gave our parents a gift card and when then came for dinner, the card was rejected - they had to pay. The Inn refused to resolve the issue with us and not only was this completely embarrassing, but the ongoing excuses for something so easy to resolve are pathetic. Not to mention my parents noted the meal was mediocre. I'd advise taking your business elsewhere. There are many charming places with great service in the area.
(1)Ken R.
I'm very disappointed to have to update my review downwards. Based on our most excellent dinner there in January, my girlfriend and I planned a long weekend stay for the Spring. Having just got back from 3 days and 2 nights at RMI, I have no choice but to reassess my review. The update comes in two parts: One for the Tavern and the other for the Inn itself. First, I'll start by saying the crabcakes are still delicious. It was the first thing I had for dinner the Friday night that we arrived. Salter's Tavern is the crabcake that I'll measure all future crabcakes by. Unfortunately, after 4 more meals at Salter's (2 breakfasts and 2 dinners) I now understand the complaints others have about the service. I'm not sure if they are understaffed, but the service is slow and I believe that resulted in a couple of my meals being served lukewarm (at best). And I'm not talking about slow in terms of "kicking back and relaxing from the city life pace" slow... I'm talking, "Have they forgotten we're here?" slow. I mean, c'mon, 20 minutes to get drinks during one breakfast? And no opportunity to get a refill 3 out of 4 meals? Perhaps I got lucky the first time I ate at Salter's and happened in on an unbusy evening, but the service during my long weekend stay was no where near as outstanding as it was then. And I felt for the wait staff, too, because they were trying their hardest and I could tell they were truly sorry for the delays. As far as the food itself, still very good if it had been served in a timely manner. Both breakfast's were tasty but suffered from being served lukewarm. I already mentioned the crabcake (warm, but not hot) for one dinner. For my other dinner I had the pork tenderloin. It was good but didn't compare to the crabcakes. At least it was served hot. The desserts were outstanding though. My girlfriend and I had the multilayer, coconut/lemon cake and the chocolate/strawberry desserts both nights. As for the Inn, very charming, BUT consider what you're getting yourself into: this is a very old building. I don't believe there is a right angle left intact in any given room. Certainly not in the room we were in. While quirky, the extreme sloping of the bedroom and bathroom floors had a disconcerting effect after the 2nd day. Because of that, I don't think I'd book for more than weekend if I booked again. Also, the wallpaper coming down in some areas and the resto's exhaust vent below the rear windows didn't make for a pleasant experience. We couldn't leave the rear windows open to enjoy the fresh spring air because of the exhaust vent. And the claw foot tub leaked considerably when used. None of these alone (well, except maybe the vent) are terribly bad but add them all up and it starts to become noticeable. That all being said, the location is excellent and overall my girlfriend and I had a good weekend. We walked, biked and kayaked the charming surrounding areas the whole weekend. I can't bring myself to say I regret booking RMI but based on my earlier January visit I guess my expectations were pretty high for the weekend. I suppose I was hoping that I'd found my go-to Eastern Shore vacation spot. I might be back some day, but I'll be looking around for another spot the next time I visit the Eastern Shore for a long weekend. Nevertheless, thanks for the effort and I hope RMI can improve the experience for future visitors.
(3)Amanda E.
This review is about my second visit to the Robert Morris Inn, and my first time going for dinner. My husband and I decided to go there this past weekend after a great brunch there with his parents on a previous visit. I started with the Caramel Apple Martini, after confirming with the server that it wasn't going to be super sweet, while my husband went for a classic Ice Tea. The martini was incredible and oh-so-potent as well. I would easily go back for this drink alone. For appetizers each of us got a cup of the crab soup, which was outstanding. The chucks of crab and the creaminess of the bisque easily make this one of the best crab soups I've ever had. Self control was needed to keep from licking the cup - as well as the cup of my husband. For dinner, he got the crab cakes while I got the Rockfish special. While the crab cake portion was less than he was expecting for the price he pronounced them outstanding and was pleased. I was equally pleased with my dish, from the fresh rockfish to the perfectly cooked asparagus to the dehydrated tomatoes adorning the sides. The dish was spectacular and matched the price. I had no room left for dessert after the rockfish while my husband decided to go for the Smith Island Cake. Based on the record speed to consume the 13 layers of vanilla and chocolate goodness I'm going to guess it was a hit. With this place being so close to his family's shore home I can see this becoming a regular part of our shore adventure. While the prices are a tad on the high side, the food is outstanding, the service is beyond friendly, and the location is perfect.
(4)Hillary L.
The place is adorable in aesthetics, but other than that it's not exactly the most comfortable place to stay. You have to know what you are getting into. If old, quirky, and unique are what you're going for, this is your place. If you are looking for a comfortable weekend away, it's not. Something to that effect is even written on the inside of the doors. When I went, there was an unusual warm front and we ended up on the top floor with no air conditioning. It was at least 85 degrees in our room with no way to cool down. Therefore, sleep was lacking that night. Breakfast was included with our stay, though, and it was excellent! It was the only meal we ate in the tavern, but was totally worth it.
(4)Carlos E.
Wonderful atmosphere with choice of indoor and outdoor dining. The food was excellent specially the seafood platter. The breading was light and crispy and the quality and flavors of all the items fantastic. My wife, a vegetarian, had a great 2 cup of chill soups combination ( unusual wright! It was a special they Chef was trying) one Gazpacho, the other asparagus and they were great. The staff was friendly, efficient and attentive. Made for a perfect evening experience
(5)Dominic F.
Just got back from a weekend getaway to Maryland's Eastern Shore and we had the pleasure of staying at the Robert Morris Inn for 2 nights. The front desk/booking staff was very friendly and helpful in making our reservation and checking us in. The inn is located across the street from the Tred-Avon River, Oxford-Bellvue Ferry, and Tred-Avon Yacht Club. Being a 300+ year old historic building, it has some quirks that add to the charm. Our admiral room was on the third (top) floor and had water views from both windows. The bed was only a double, however it was clean, comfortable, and had a lot of character. The bathroom was quite small, but also clean and functional. We ate two brunches (included in room rate) and one dinner at Salter's Tavern and everything was really good. The service was attentive and the food came out quickly. Views from the porch while dining were relaxing and romantic. All around, great dining experiences. Overall the stay was very pleasant and ideal weekend getaway with proximity to both DC and Baltimore.
(4)Elizabeth A.
Great service! My fiancé and I went in late, but the kitchen stayed open and made us the most wonderful and fresh fish n'chips.
(5)Ruth S.
Excellent blend of flavors, everything we tried was great from appetizers to dessers. Cozy ambience.
(5)Geoff And Jenni G.
This is a beautiful building with a very friendly/welcoming host/hostess. Inside it's quite old/charming and the tavern is a great place to eat (less formal than the restaurant)... the cocktails were fabulous ... :-) We had the rockfish special and the award-winning crab cake... both were very good, but we felt a little bit over-priced at $28 and $29 respectively. Chocolate Carrot Cake at $9 was also inexplicably expensive and not a successful combination in our opinion... We may return... we definitely enjoyed the food... but $30 for a main course and $9 for dessert in the middle of nowhere is hard to fathom....? ;-)
(4)Ian O.
Ate at the tavern and we ordered the fish and chips and the seafood platter. Fish and chips were very good. The seafood platter had battered flounder, a crab cake, two large fried oysters, bluefish pate, crab soup, and two large steamed shrimp. Everything was very good, but I give top rating to the soup. We shared the pavlova for desert. It came with fresh berries and was excellent. The coffee was freshly brewed and just about the perfect finish to a very good meal. The service was also very good.
(4)Peter G.
We actually stayed at the Sandaway Lodge, which is owned and run by the same folks who run the Robert Morris Inn, and is located about 2 or 3 blocks down the road. Unlike the Inn, the Sandaway sits directly on the water, so many of the rooms have water views. My wife and I stayed in the Tuckaway Cottage for a brief honeymoon. It's a little detached cottage a stone's throw away from the main building. The room was very nice, clean, spacious, and nice and cool (which is crucial because it got pretty hot out). The one downside (which we knew going in) was that it didn't have a view out over the water. If I go back, I think I'll go for one of the rooms that has a direct water view. Speaking of which, the view is great. We sat on watched the sunset over the Choptank river on some of the Adirondack chairs sprinkled about the lawn. Word of warning in the summer: wear bug spray after dusk/dark. I got eat alive by vicious eastern shore mosquitoes. The staff is all very friendly. The complimentary lite breakfast is delicious (fruit, a bit of yogurt, muffin, small personal souffle, juice and coffee), and if you don't fill up on the first serving, they'll bring you as many as you want. All in all, I would certainly recommend this place, and will definitely be returning.
(4)Rigo G.
Very quaint inn. This building is over 300 years old! There's a lot of history here! It's right by the water, great place to relax. Don't expect a fancy hotel. There are no tvs and no phone in your room. The rooms and bathrooms are tiny, the doors are hard to open and close, and the tiny ac unit hardly cools down the room when its hot and humid. The restaurant is very good, you get a free breakfast when you stay here and is totally worth it.
(4)Paul C.
Each year it's been a welcome respite from the rush of every day life to walk through the front door of the Robert Morris Inn. One feels the character and charm walking through the original part of the Inn built in 1710. None of the door frames are squared and I need duck slightly to make I don't hit my head on any of the door frames, but that part of the allure of spending a weekend in history. None of the rooms have telephones and Oxford didn't have cell service until recently, so one could totally retreat -- even though one is less than two hours from Washington, D.C. Until last year, there was also a restaurant which served the best crab cakes bar none. I generally don't believe food recommendations by celebrities, but those crab cakes, especially the crab cakes au gratin, were awesome. The innkeepers also own other lodgings in Oxford, along Tred Avon, so we generally lounge away the days watching the sailboats or the evenings watching the meteor showers. Regrettably the future of the Robert Morris Inn is in doubt as the original innkeepers are looking to retire and sell the Inn.
(4)Robert J.
Very disappointing. My wife and I took the Oxford-Bellevue Ferry over, and were looking forward to lunch on a Sunday. It took forever for the food to come, despite the fact that there were relatively few patrons at the time. I ordered the crabcake sandwich, asking if they could hold the bun and instead of chips, etc, if they could provide a little fruit. I was told that would be "extra," despite the fact that this single crabcake was $24. Give me break! And it wasn't even good, baked with some undescribable overlay. There's more history than value here. The view of the Choptank River doesn't compensate for a mediocre establishment.
(1)Lynn P.
Excellent food and service. Lovely evening with friends. Fish and chips is always delicious. We make it a point to have supper here when in Oxford. Lively discussion with waitress concerning relative merits of VA (ours) vs MD (their) crabs and oysters!
(4)Brian T.
Fantastic ambiance, food and service! Try the cream of crab, crab cake and blue fish pâté!
(5)Andrew H.
Bad attitude, mediocre food, high prices. Don't bother
(1)H R.
We stayed here with 8 other couples on my " mystery destination" event. Everyone enjoyed the inn, and i had no complaints from anyone, in fact the reverse. Food was great. Staff was very helpful to me in making it a very successful occasion.
(5)Christine C.
Like an awkward teenager, this adorable-from-the-outside Inn is suffering from a "who am i on the inside?" identity crisis. And despite all that, the food here is pretty much amazing and I can't wait to go back. Born and raised very near Annapolis, MD, the other half and I have both had our share of crab cakes. So it's a big deal when I say... drumroll please..... BEST. CRAB CAKE. EVER. Perfect - seared (maybe with panko?) on the outside to give it a little crunch and then everything on the inside is delicious, flavorful crabmeat, with none of that nasty, soggy bread filler nonsense. Homemade apple and bleu cheese cole slaw was a surprising treat. The fresh, homemade chips were slightly overcooked and under-salted, but not a big enough deal to rain on our parade. We shared dessert - Tahitian vanilla custard with fresh berries. Served in a really awkward cereal bowl dish, but nonetheless, decent finish to our wonderful lunch. Oh - back to the awkwardness - heavy, dark, dated pub interior, sitting waterfront on the bay inside a quaint, adorable, new-england inn and town. Also, lost a star partly because our server was very inattentive. Glad to have had our hostess looking out for us to refill our drinks and let our server know that we needed our check. Dreaming about that crabcake - must go back soon. We totally found this place by chance as our lunch plans had to change when we got to our original destination and found it closed for lunch. Such a happy accident.
(4)Sarah M.
Great food, great service! Love the ambiance of the tavern. Kid friendly if you go early so it's not too crowded! Definitely get the fish and chips and smith island coconut cake, oh and don't forget the coffee to go with your dessert!
(5)Michael C.
I had waited a long time wanting to eat here. Tonight made the wait almost worth the wait. With the exception of the over-cooked fried oyster appetizer, the entire meal was superb. The crab cake was over the top. Service was excellent and prompt. All four in our party thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
(5)Sue K.
Salter's Tavern is worth a visit for the crab cake. We came to the Eastern Shore for crab, and this dish was one of the highlights. And yes, the service was slow. It took a while for our beverages to come, But then when we were grumbling about our unanswered request for more bread, it appeared and was piping hot. Sometimes it's worth waiting for something just out of the oven.
(4)Ann C.
Initially the menu seems a little drab but I order with confidence because everything is cooked PERFECTLY here. I have had perfectly browned, moist fish and deliciously crisp chicken. One of the most satisfying and reliable restaurants in the area. Not to mention a lovely brunch on the veranda where the waffle was a bit lacking in salt but other wise crispy and fluffly at the same time. Excellent service.
(4)Chris g.
I was in Oxford before the Gibson's sold the Robert Morris Inn so they could just focus on Sandaway Lodge. Back then, the Inn's restaurant had been closed and I yearned to have a crabcake there, as James Michener did while outling the novel, "Chesapeake" back in the 70's. So, when we arrived on Sunday night of Memorial Day for a table for two, I was disappointed to be told that we wouldn't be served that evening (it was 8:15 and a table of 19 just sat down). I felt like Ralphie when they told him "You'll shoot your eye out." With a little cajoling, the hostess gave-in and said we could be seated in an hour (which turned into 45 mins). I was delighted! The bluefish pate -- unique and delicious. The crabcakes -- great (I think they needed another minute on the grill -- just a bit too moist). The wait staff -- pleasant and charming (a few were from Scotland) and we met Chef Mark behind the bar after the meal and his marathon cooking day. He still took the time to shake hands, ask what we ate/liked, and give us a brief history on the Chesapeake Blue Claw Crab and the crabbing industry. Definitely worth the 3 year wait for this place to re-open from my last visit and I'm looking forward to getting back. Oxford is a delight and Salter's Tavern didn't disappoint!
(4)Nina K.
Service is so bad it is insulting. Coffee is served in plastic cups, unless it is part of the regular meal time, no napkins for those who like to sit down for a simple drink b/n 10 and 12, 3 and 6, etc. Staff explains, "we are transitioning..." as if this should justify the horrible service. The restaurant treats people as if they are idiots, as if they can't know better, and simply should take the airs it puts on at face value. This place is NOTHING but airs... and the fact that it is now run by the chef, truly outrageous!
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