Bar / Restaurant · Visited October 8, 2026
McGarvey's
Our impressions and services
- Overall impression
- Good
- Beauty of the place
- Excellent
Our experience
The small terrace at the front of the restaurant is really appealing! As their wine list is extremely limited, we went to pick up a bottle at the wine shop not far away. I indulged in a seafood platter.
I was disappointed by the oysters. Those from the East Coast have a reputation for being more briny, but these were tasteless. On the other hand, Jonathan's ribeye was very good.
The toilets are among the chicest I've seen in a pub!
McGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster Bar
Located at 8 Market Space, in the heart of Annapolis' historic downtown in Maryland, McGarvey’s Saloon & Oyster Bar is a restaurant and bar established in 1975. Situated near City Dock, a short walk from the harbor, the establishment occupies a building constructed in 1879 on a site associated with the city’s maritime history since the 17th century.
The restaurant is particularly known for its seafood and Chesapeake Bay specialties. Its menu includes fresh oysters, crab cakes prepared with lump crab meat, a crab dip and various soups, including creamy crab soup. Meat dishes, burgers, sandwiches and pastas round out the menu.
The oyster bar is one of the establishment’s distinctive spaces. The traditional décor also includes aviation-related items, notably pilot helmets, in reference to the founder’s history as a former U.S. Air Force captain. The establishment has several areas, including a lively bar, a dining room and a mezzanine that can accommodate private events.
Thanks to its waterfront location, McGarvey’s is close to the docks, shops and tourist attractions of Annapolis. It welcomes visitors for dinner and supper, as well as for more informal meals at the bar.
Address: 8 Market Space, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
www.mcgarveysannapolis.com