Wellwood Hours:
Tuesday - SundayOpens 11:30 am
Monday - CLOSED
River Shack:
Fri 4-10 pmSat 11- 10 pm
Sun 11 - 9 pm
Mon 11 -9 pm

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The Wellwood is located at:
523 Water Street
Charlestown, Maryland 21914
THE HISTORIC WELLWOOD, A BEAUTIFUL WATER VIEW VENUE, DELIVERS ELEGANT DINING FOR WEEKNIGHTS, WEEKENDS, SPECIAL OCCASIONS, AND MORE.
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 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 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. You can also join our VIP Club through Facebook or our website for special discounts and promotions.
Wellwood Hours:
Tuesday-SundayOpens 11:30 am
Monday - CLOSED
River Shack:
Fri 4-10 pmSat 11- 10 pm
Sun 11 - 9 pm
Mon 11 -9 pm
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Address
523 Water StreetCharlestown, 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
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Check out our live music, special events, and weekly specials herelive music & upcoming events
Based on 1670 reviews.
Debra Hoffman
July 7, 2022.
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Always great food. Fun to watch bands at the outside patio bar too. I love the fried green tomatoe appetizer.
jon cohn
July 6, 2022.
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Great quality food and very good service. Highly recommend just about anything on the menu
Sondra Cuayo
July 3, 2022.
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Great food, great service!
Vincent Guariglia
July 2, 2022.
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We liked it. High price meals but it’s what you would expect to get quality and portion size. Friendly staff as well.
Jeremy Hall
July 1, 2022.
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the crabs were cooked perfectly! nice view of the water!
Scott Clay
June 29, 2022.
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First time eating here. Very nice food and great service. We will return!