True Chesapeake

Name: True Chesapeake
Address: 3300 Clipper Mill Rd, Ste 400, Baltimore, MD, United States, 21211-2332
Telephone: (410) 913-6374
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

556 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for happy hour
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

True Chesapeake is a Baltimore restaurant born of an oyster farm. Executive Chef Zack Mills creates a seasonal menu that showcases oysters from our farm in St. Jerome’s Creek, Southern Maryland — raw, roasted, and in signature dishes like Classic Rockefeller and French Onion Oysters. But, the oysters are just the beginning. Our award winning menu celebrates the bounty of the Chesapeake region by using locally sourced seafood, meat, and produce to create exquisite dishes that evolve with the seasons. Chef Mills has been featured extensively for his use of invasive seafood species, a very delicious way to help the Chesapeake Bay. Don't forget to order the Blue Crab and Bone Marrow dip or handmade pasta. We have an expertly curated wine list, beer selection, and cocktails - both classic and creative. Ample bar, high-top, and terrace seating available for walk-ins on a first-come-first-serve basis.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 913-6374
Website
http://www.truechesapeake.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Zack Mills
Catering
The True Chesapeake Oyster Co. team would love to chat with you about your next event! Please email us at events@truechesapeake.com to hear more about our options for your celebration.
Private party facilities
The True Chesapeake Oyster Co. team would love to chat with you about your next event! Please email us at events@truechesapeake.com to hear more about our options for your celebration.

Location
3300 Clipper Mill Rd, Ste 400, Baltimore, MD 21211-2332
Area
Hampden
Cross Street
The entrance is at the back of Whitehall Mill, off Clipper Mill Road.
Parking details
You will find our restaurant (and plenty of parking) beneath the historic smokestack at Whitehall Mill.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

New Year's Day Brunch Buffet
USD 25.00 - USD 52.00 per person
Prepaid
1 Jan 2025 only
Start the year off deliciously! Join us for New Year’s Brunch at True Chesapeake, featuring an all-you-can-eat buffet with Shrimp Cocktail, Fried Chicken, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Yogurt Parfaits, Vegetable Risotto, Blue Crab Mac & Cheese, Cucumber & Smoked Salmon Bites, Beet-Stained Deviled Eggs a decadent Waffle Bar, and much more! $52 per person if reserved by Friday, December 27th $60 per person after December 27th $25 for kids Drinks and Raw & Roasted Oysters will be available a la carte. Raise a toast to 2025 with us – where the food is fresh, and the vibes are festive! 🥂

Offers

Tropical Tuesday
Multiple dates available
Tue - 5:00 pm - 8:45 pm
Join us every Tuesday for a special menu of 12 tropical cocktails including The Deep End, Three Dots & A Dash, Singapore Sling, Pearl Diver, Mai Tai, Missionary's Downfall, and more!
Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm,Tue - Sat - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
We are proud to have been named Best Happy Hour in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine! Join us at the bar and high-tops for Happy Hour every day except Monday from 5-7 PM. Enjoy $6 martinis, old fashioneds, and daiquiris, $6 wines by the glass, $5 draft beer, and $2 raw and roasted oysters. Cheers!
Half-Price Wine Wednesdays
Multiple dates available
Wed - 5:00 pm - 8:45 pm
HALF-PRICE WINE WEDNESDAYS 50% off select wine bottles!

Popular dishes

farm greens saladUSD 13.00
local greens, apples, blue cheese, candied pecans, apple-balsamic vinaigrette
beet saladUSD 14.00
pistachios, frisee, puffed quinoa, blue cheese mousse
blue crab & bone marrow dipUSD 16.00
pickled shallots, local micro greens, grilled bread
hand-cut spaghettiUSD 17.00
parmesan, cured egg yolk, bacon, middleneck clams
steak tartareUSD 16.00
smoked oyster aioli, cestra caviar, potato chips
broccoli & cheddar soupUSD 10.00
broccoli soup, broccoli florets, cheddar cheese mousse
mushroom tartUSD 15.00
local mushrooms, horseradish, tarragon creme fraiche

ON THE HALF SHELL

FROM OUR FARM

skinny dippersUSD 2.75
Approximately 3-4 inches
huckleberriesUSD 2.75
Approximately 2 inches
chunky dunkersUSD 3.00
These bivalves don't skinny dip - they chunky dunk. Approximately 4+ inches.
Rotating Selection of Neighbor OystersUSD 3.00

STEAMED

peel & eat gulf shrimpUSD 19.00
middleneck clamsUSD 19.00
Newfoundland musselsUSD 19.00
our signature platter of steamed and roasted shellfishUSD 73.00
oysters rockefeller, old bay roasted oysters, clams, mussels, & gulf shrimp

SANDWICHES

our burgerUSD 18.00
cheddar cheese, fried pickles, spicy ketchup, bacon mayo, potato wedges
blue catfish sandwichUSD 18.00
salted cucumber, pickled shallot tartar sauce, potato wedges
crab cake sandwichUSD 29.00
pickled red onions, old bay mayo, potato wedges
- 5 oz lump crabUSD 29.00
- 5 oz jumbo lump crabUSD 46.00

SIDES & ADDITIONS

blue crab mac & cheeseUSD 13.00
herbed potato puréeUSD 7.00
buffalo brussels sproutsUSD 8.00
roasted cauliflower & gruyèreUSD 8.00
sorghum glazed carrotsUSD 7.00
5 oz blue crab cakeUSD 25.00
5 oz jumbo lump crab cakeUSD 42.00

OYSTER SIGNATURES

True Chesapeake caesarUSD 15.00
fried oyster croutons, smoked oyster caesar dressing
- roasted chicken breastUSD 10.00
- 5 oz crab cakeUSD 25.00
- 5 oz jumbo crab cakeUSD 42.00
oyster stewUSD 14.00
made à la minute, bacon, potatoes, salsify, tarragon
roasted half-shell oystersUSD 15.00
herb & old bay butter
classic rockefellerUSD 16.00
spinach, aged parmesan, fennel liqueur
fried oystersUSD 15.00
split pea purée, country ham chips
french onion oystersUSD 16.00
gruyère cheese, black truffle

ENTRÉES

butter-poached snakeheadUSD 33.00
wrapped in cabbage, spaghetti squash & cabbage cake, fall squash curry broth
mushroom & truffle risottoUSD 26.00
local mushrooms, black truffle, sage, rosemary, roasted acorn squash bowl
seared scallopsUSD 33.00
pork belly, turnips, sea island red pea cassoulet
red wine braised beef cheeksUSD 34.00
braised lactino kale, root vegetable purée, mint & parsley sauce
grilled new york strip steakUSD 36.00
potato purée, apple butter, puffed beef tendon, sauce au poivre

What 556 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Baltimore / Maryland
Innovative
Baltimore
Great for brunch
Baltimore
Child-friendly
Baltimore
Innovative
Baltimore
Healthy
Baltimore
Romantic
Baltimore
Lively
Baltimore
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

True Chesapeake is a captivating dining destination in a beautifully restored historic mill, offering an exquisite ambiance and a diverse menu that delights seafood lovers and more. Guests rave about their "bone marrow crab dip," "French onion oysters," and "great cocktails." Though service can vary, the food consistently impresses.

556 Reviews

K
Kim
Baltimore
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant! Food and service excellent. Loved the cost check. Lots of cocktail and wine/beer choices. Definitely recommend going here!
True ChesapeakeResponded 1 day ago
Thank you so much for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, drinks, service, and coat check. Come visit us again soon!
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Tom
VIP
Baltimore
48 reviews
5.0
48 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, service and wine. Stunningly beautiful venue.
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Kurt
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Can not recommend it enough - the craft cocktails, blue crab & bone marrow dip followed by oysters and then the seared scallops was AMAZING. Will definitely be returning.
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Gail
VIP
Baltimore
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our go to for great burgers, salads and cocktails in a gorgeous dining room!
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Teri
VIP
Baltimore
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Very slow almost absent service. Took almost 3 hours
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Preston
VIP
New York City
48 reviews
3.0
48 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
TCO has problems getting food out when they’re busy. When the food was delayed, our server avoided the table for ~ 20 mins. Odd behavior. Somehow lost our drink order saying the computer “reset.” All that said, the food was as good as always, albeit unreasonably late.
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Schuyler
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved our meal here. They were super accommodating and the entire waitstaff signed a card for our anniversary
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Scott
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favorite restaurants for a date night. Amazing food, lively ambiance, and feels like a secret as its tucked away in hampden.
True ChesapeakeResponded on 16 December 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review, Scott! We’re thrilled you and your wife chose to spend date night with us. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
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stacy
VIP
Naples
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great especially the oysters as always!!
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Ronald
VIP
Baltimore
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This is my 3rd time here, and I was kind of disappointed with the steak, Truffle mushroom rice. The waiter was just Ok.
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FAQs

True Chesapeake offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 913-6374.

True Chesapeake is rated 4.7 stars by 556 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

27 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

3300 Clipper Mill Rd, Ste 400, Baltimore, MD 21211-2332

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
The entrance is at the back of Whitehall Mill, off Clipper Mill Road.
Area
Hampden
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Oyster Bar, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
You will find our restaurant (and plenty of parking) beneath the historic smokestack at Whitehall Mill.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Zack Mills
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.truechesapeake.com/
Phone number
(410) 913-6374
Catering
The True Chesapeake Oyster Co. team would love to chat with you about your next event! Please email us at events@truechesapeake.com to hear more about our options for your celebration.
Private party facilities
The True Chesapeake Oyster Co. team would love to chat with you about your next event! Please email us at events@truechesapeake.com to hear more about our options for your celebration.

True Chesapeake

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

New Year's Day Brunch Buffet

Tropical Tuesday

Happy Hour

Half-Price Wine Wednesdays

Oyster Stew

fried oysters

french onion oysters

SMALL PLATES

farm greens saladUSD 13.00

beet saladUSD 14.00

blue crab & bone marrow dipUSD 16.00

hand-cut spaghettiUSD 17.00

steak tartareUSD 16.00

broccoli & cheddar soupUSD 10.00

mushroom tartUSD 15.00

ON THE HALF SHELL

skinny dippersUSD 2.75

huckleberriesUSD 2.75

chunky dunkersUSD 3.00

Rotating Selection of Neighbor OystersUSD 3.00

STEAMED

peel & eat gulf shrimpUSD 19.00

middleneck clamsUSD 19.00

Newfoundland musselsUSD 19.00

our signature platter of steamed and roasted shellfishUSD 73.00

SANDWICHES

our burgerUSD 18.00

blue catfish sandwichUSD 18.00

crab cake sandwichUSD 29.00

SIDES & ADDITIONS

blue crab mac & cheeseUSD 13.00

herbed potato puréeUSD 7.00

buffalo brussels sproutsUSD 8.00

roasted cauliflower & gruyèreUSD 8.00

sorghum glazed carrotsUSD 7.00

5 oz blue crab cakeUSD 25.00

5 oz jumbo lump crab cakeUSD 42.00

OYSTER SIGNATURES

True Chesapeake caesarUSD 15.00

oyster stewUSD 14.00

roasted half-shell oystersUSD 15.00

classic rockefellerUSD 16.00

fried oystersUSD 15.00

french onion oystersUSD 16.00

ENTRÉES

butter-poached snakeheadUSD 33.00

mushroom & truffle risottoUSD 26.00

seared scallopsUSD 33.00

red wine braised beef cheeksUSD 34.00

grilled new york strip steakUSD 36.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does True Chesapeake offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is True Chesapeake restaurant rated?

Is True Chesapeake currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information