The Old Brick Inn - Local Attractions

St.Michaels Dining and Attractions

Let us help you plan activities for your stay in St. Michaels. You may call us at 1-800-434-2143/410-745-3323 between 10:30 am and 6 pm EST or email us at innkeepers@oldbrickinn.com. To book a room online, click here.

St. Michaels is a wonderful year 'round vacation getaway, within a short walk of the three Old Brick Inn Building you will find superb dining, shopping, boating and much more. A short drive away is Easton, a little larger and with more winter offerings. We are so fortunate to live in St. Michaels, so we want to offer you our favorite suggestions for dining and things to do - we will leave the shopping in your hands!

Restaurants

208 Talbot
Voted #1 restaurant by tripadvisor.com! Award-winning, casual fine-dining in a beautiful, historic country house. Also, includes separate Wine Bar & Eatery featuring small plates, over 30+ wines by the glass, and an incredible drink and beer list!
Open Year 'Round
208 North Talbot Street
St. Michaels, MD 21663
Phone: 410-745-3838
Email: fox@208talbot.com
Website: www.208talbot.com

Bistro St. Michaels
A loving recreation of a classic Parisian Bistro conveniently located on the left bank of the Chesapeake in the heart of St. Michaels, Maryland.
Open for dinner Thursday through Monday.
403 S. Talbot Street
St. Michaels, MD 21663
Phone: 410 745 9111
Website: www.bistrostmichaels.com

Saint Michaels Steak & Crab House
On the Harbor in a casual waterfront setting, serving the best steamed crabs, steaks, crabcakes and delicious appetizers. Indoor/Outdoor seating. Air-conditioned. Credit Cards honored.
October 15th through December 1st, Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays.
Closed from December 1st until April 1st
Open Everyday except Wednesday, April 1– October 15th
305 Mulberry Street, P.O. Box 870
St. Michaels, MD 21663
Phone: 410 745 3737
Website: www.stmichaelscrabhouse.com

The Shore
Contemporary, casual dining with waterfront views in an eclectic atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Full-service restaurant, bar and lounge.
Open Year ‘Round
101. N. Harbor Road
Phone: 410 924 4769

The Town Dock
Choice waterfront location with outdoor seating. Chef Rork's menu features fresh fish, seafood, prime meats, poultry and vegetarian specialties. Friday Seafood Buffet and Sunday Brunch.
Open Daily
Variable closing dates
125 Mulberry Street
Phone: 410 745 5577

Characters Cafe
Located in the heart of the St. Michaels shopping and historic district this casual café serves an excellent selection of prime cuts of beef, local seafood specialties as well as hearty burgers, sandwiches and salads. Live Entertainment and special events always makes Characters an exciting place to be. The atmosphere is warm, cozy, and inviting. The Plasma Flat Screen TV makes watching sports events even more thrilling, not a bad seat in the house.
Open year round.
200 S. Talbot Street
Phone: 410 745 6206

Mason’s
Established in 1965 in Historic Easton, is a retailer of fine gourmet foods/deli, chocolates, gift baskets and coffees. Mason's is well known for our restaurant which serves wonderful gourmet lunches, (Monday-Saturday), to eat in or carry out and fine dining in the evenings, (Tuesday-Saturday).
Open All Year
Closed Sunday
Not open for dinner Monday Night (open for lunch)
22 S. Harrison Street
Phone 410-822-3204.

Out of the Fire Cafe & Wine Bar
California and Mediterranean Cuisine superbly prepared in a hearth-burning oven. Wine Bar opens at 4 PM dinner is served Monday through Saturday from 6-10 PM. A special light fare is available Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10-12 PM. Closed on Sunday.
Open All Year
22 Goldsborough Street
Phone 410-770-4777

Attractions

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
Mill Street, P.O. Box 636
St. Michaels, MD 21663
Phone: 410 745 2916
Website: www.cbmm.org Our 18-acre waterfront park-like setting features 10 exhibit buildings, historic lighthouse, and working boat yard. The Museum is open year-round, with festivals and concerts held on its campus throughout the year.

Chesapeake Bay Sailing/Lady Patty
5907 Tilghman Island Road, P.O. Box 248
Tilghman Island, MD 21663
Phone: 410 886 2215
Email: Mrichards@bluecrab.org
Website: www.sailladypatty.com Experience the bronze and teak beauty of this 45’ classic Bay Ketch, built in 1935. Sails daily by reservation, April thru October, from Knapp’s Narrows into the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. Champagne Sunsets, Private Groups. USCG inspected for 16 passengers. We gladly accept: Visa, MC and AMX

Patriot Cruises
Berthed at Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, P.O. Box 1206
St. Michaels, MD 21663
Contact: Stacy Bishoff
Phone: 410 745 3100
Fax: 410 745 3574
Email: chesapeakebaycruises@verizon.net
Website: www.patriotcruises.com Historic narrated cruises March through November, 149/passenger boat. Departs daily at 11am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm & 4pm. Special group cruises seating for 80. Company parties, weddings, & theme cruises.

St. Michaels Winery
605 S. Talbot Street, Unit 6
St. Michaels, MD 21663
Contact: Mark Emon
Phone: 410-745-0808
Email: info@st-michaels-winery.com
Website: www.st-michaels-winery.com St. Michaels Winery crafts boutique wines in the historic Old Mill. Join us for a glass or bottle to compliment your visit to beautiful St. Michaels.

Tilghman Island Marina Rentals
6140 Mariners Court
Tilghman Island, MD 21671
Contact: Ron Cicero
Phone: 410 886 2500
Website: www.tilghmanmarina.com

Rent a WaveRunner, PontoonBoat, JetBoat, FishingBoat, CrabbingBoat, MotorBoat, SailBoat, Kayak, Canoe, MotorScooter, Bicycle, Crabbing and Fishing Gear. Personal instruction, safety equipment and activity gear included. All rentals, equipment and gear are new and well maintained. Coast Guard licensed captain available for on the water training. We are DNR safety certified.

Arts & Theater -

Academy Art Museum in Easton which is nationally recognized for it's exhibits awaits you on South Street. 410-822-2787.

Enjoy the great offerings of the Historic Avalon Theatre on Dover Street in downtown Easton, affectionately called "Carnegie Hall of the Eastern Shore". 410-822-0773.

Bicycling -

There's easy riding on this flat land (as long as the wind is at your back). The Wheel Doctor Cycle and Sports on Talbot Street in St Michaels rents bicycles, tandems or recumbent bikes and will deliver here at no charge. Call 410-745-6676 or email wheeldr@goeaston.net.

Birdwatching & Wildlife -

Be sure to check the most recent "Birds of Wade's Point B & B" listing on the refrigerator in the guest kitchen. Our friends at the Talbot Bird Club are always adding new species.

The Jean Ellen duPont Shehan Audubon Sanctuary, located at 23000 Wells Point Road in Bozman, is headquarters for the Maryland/District of Columbia Audubon Society and offers 950 magnificent acres open to the public on select days. 410-745-9283.

Pickering Creek Audubon Center, 11450 Audubon Lane, Easton is a private non-profit sanctuary of the Chesapeake Audubon Society. You will find 400 acres of protected, hardwood forest, non-tidal wetland, wildlife, plants and nature preserve. Field trips, canoe rentals and displays are available. 410-822-4903.

Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge is just a short distance to the south in Dorchester County and has 23,0000 acres of tidal marsh for migratory birds. 410-228-2677.

If you are interested in birding you can join with the local chapter of the Maryland Ornithological Society for one of their nature walks. Contact Les Roslund at 410-763-8169.

Boating -

Start your weekend off with a champagne sunset sail with Captain Chris Richards on the Lady Patty Sailing Yacht or you may prefer a relaxing daytime lighthouse tour with Captain Mike Richards on M/V Sharps Island, a former 36' US Navy special operations vessel. 410-886-2215 www.sailladypatty.com or www.chesapeakelights.com.

If you prefer to sail on an historic Skipjack, then Captain Ed Farley and H.M Krentz await your call. 410-745-6080, www.oystercatcher.com.

Charter Boat Fishing -

Both Captains of the "Huntress" are experienced Charter Boat Captains, veteran sport fishermen and U.S. Coast Guard licensed. They are committed to making your trip safe, enjoyable, productive and memorable. All equipment including the boat, its electronics, your fishing poles and tackle are top quality. Visit their web site at www.fishthehuntress.com to learn more.

Church schedules -

Christ Episcopal Church, 301 S. Talbot St, SM Summer 8 & 9:30 AM

St Luke’s United Methodist Church, 304 S. Talbot St, SM Summer 8:30 & 10 AM

St Michaels Catholic Church, Lincoln Ave, SM Daily Mass M-F 11:30 AM, Saturday 5:30 PM and Sunday 10:15 AM

Concerts -

Beginning June 22nd and continuing thru August 17th there will be free "Concerts in the Park". Muskrat Park in St Michaels is the place and Thursday Evenings 6:30 to 8 PM is the time. 410-745-6073.

Cruises -

Take a leisurely cruise up the Miles River aboard the climate-controlled Patriot while you listen to an historic narration of Talbot County. 410-745-3100.

Farmer’s Markets -

Saturday mornings, May 6th thru October 27th, you can shop for fresh produce, plants, flowers and other items on Green Street at Muskrat Park 8AM to noon.

Fly-fishing -

Visit www.chesapeakebayflyfishing.com for more information.

Golf -

Harbourtowne Golf Resort is located close to the Inn and is an 18 hole, par 70 Pete Dye designed championship course. 1-800-446-9066.

Hog Neck Golf Course in Easton is rated among the "Top 25 Public Golf Courses in the Country" by Golf Digest and has a par 72, 18 hole course as well as a par 32 Executive Nine Hole Course. 410-822-6079.

The Easton Club on Clubhouse Drive in Easton is a par 72, 18 hole championship course for public play featuring 6,700 yards of unique challenges for all levels of golfers. 410-820-9100.

History -

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum brings to life the story of the Bay and the people who have lived around it. It's a "must see" while in St. Michaels. 410-745-2916.

St Mary’s Square Museum dates back to the 1800’s and is open 10AM to 4PM May-Oct on Saturday and Sunday. 410-745-9561.

The Oxford-Bellevue Ferry was established in 1683 and runs continuously 9AM to sundown, March thru November. 410-745-9023.

The Historical Society of Talbot County, located on Washington Street in Easton is open Tuesday thru Saturday with guided walking tours. 410-822-0773.

Kayaking -
You can choose a guided, unguided, sunset, moonlight or custom tour from Harris Creek Kayak located on Route 33 in Sherwood. Contact Pete Raynor, 410-886-2083 for more details.

Massage -

We can set up a massage for you while you stay with us. Just ask when you make your reservation!

Swimming -
At the Bay Hundred Pool on North Talbot Street in St Michaels. 410-745-6592.