Cantler's Riverside Inn – Seafood
Perched along the tranquil waters of Mill Creek, this quintessential waterfront escape invites diners to settle onto sun-drenched decks where the salty breeze mingles with the irresistible aroma of steaming seafood. The table becomes a communal celebration of the Chesapeake, laden with indulgent crab-stuffed pretzels, crispy rockfish bites, and savory smoked fish dips that capture the soul of Maryland’s maritime heritage. Whether sharing a plate of bacon-wrapped scallops or enjoying seared ahi tuna under the open sky, the experience embodies the relaxed, timeless charm of life on the river.
Forest Beach Road https://www.cantlers.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, mediterranean, heart-healthy, low-fat, diabetic, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, atkins, weight-watchers, volumetrics, raw-food, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, candida, slow-carb, pegan
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its comfortable and inviting setting, guests rave about the consistently excellent menu that impresses from appetizers through to the main course. Standout dishes include the exceptionally fresh salads, which reviewers highlight as a particular favorite for their quality and flavor. Diners also praise the courteous and professional service, noting that the attentive staff ensures a seamless dining experience that leaves them eager to return.
Menu
Starters
- Cantler's Crab Dip - $22: Crab meat mixed with melted cheeses and herbs, served with petite French baguettes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crab Pretzel - $21: A toasted pretzel topped with crab dip and cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Rockfish Bites - $18: Rockfish strips, blackened and served over napa slaw with cucumber-wasabi sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Mozzarella Sticks - $10: Six fried mozzarella sticks with marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Fried Calamari - $16: Topped with lime-pickled red onions and plum sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bacon Wrapped Scallops - $22: Four large scallops wrapped in applewood smoked bacon, over black beans and corn topped with chipotle cream sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sesame Seared Ahi Tuna - $18: Fresh tuna steak rolled in sesame seeds, seared rare, with seaweed salad, soy sauce, wasabi, and ginger. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Smoked Fish Dip - $15: Served with pickled jalapenos and a toasted baguette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Smoked Fish Plate - $15: Applewood smoked fish filet, diced onions, tomatoes, capers, hard-boiled egg, pickles and horseradish sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Chicken Wings - $17: Ten chicken wings. Plain, barbecue, buffalo, or Chesapeake style. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fresh Clam Strips - $17: A basket of clam strips, hand-breaded and fried. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Fried Shrimp - $17: Six jumbo shrimp, fried golden-brown. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
Salads & Soups
- Baby Spinach Salad - $13: Baby spinach, bacon, red onion, hard-boiled eggs, with a bacon vinaigrette.
- Caesar Salad - $12: Romaine hearts, Caesar dressing, croutons, and shaved parmesan cheese.
- Garden Salad - $12: Romaine lettuce, baby spinach, carrots, green peppers, red onions, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers.
- Chopped Salad - $13: Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, bacon, cheddar jack, and topped with cajun ranch.
- Cream of Crab (Cup) - $10: A cream base, herbs, sherry, and crab meat.
- Cream of Crab (Bowl) - $19: A cream base, herbs, sherry, and crab meat.
- Maryland Crab (Cup) - $9: Tomato based beef broth, veggies, potatoes, and crab meat. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Maryland Crab (Bowl) - $17: Tomato based beef broth, veggies, potatoes, and crab meat. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Clam Chowder (Cup) - $8: A chowder cream base, potatoes, bacon, and clams. Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Clam Chowder (Bowl) - $16: A chowder cream base, potatoes, bacon, and clams. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
From the Steamer
- Cantler's Style Jumbo Shrimp (Full Pound) - $29: Steamed jumbo shrimp with old bay, onions and red potatoes, served with butter and spice.
- Cantler's Style Jumbo Shrimp (Half Pound) - $15.5: Steamed jumbo shrimp with old bay, onions and red potatoes, served with butter and spice.
- Steamed P.E.I. Mussels (Full Bucket) - $19.5: Prince Edward Island steamed mussels.
- Steamed P.E.I. Mussels (Half Bucket) - $10: Prince Edward Island steamed mussels.
- Drunk'n Mussels - $21: Fresh mussels simmered in a broth of white wine, garlic, tomatoes, and herbs.
- Peel-n-Eat Shrimp (Full Pound) - $20: Steamed shrimp, with a side of butter and spice.
- Peel-n-Eat Shrimp (Half Pound) - $10.5: Steamed shrimp, with a side of butter and spice.
- Littleneck Clams (Dozen) - $15: Served steamed or raw.
- Littleneck Clams (Half Dozen) - $10.5: Served steamed or raw.
- Jimmy's Steamed Combo - $27: Mussels, littleneck clams, peel-n-eat shrimp with a side of coleslaw.
Signature Crab Dishes
- Lump Crab Cake Platter - $49: Two butter-broiled crab cakes prepared using jumbo lump crab meat. Served with veggies and starch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Crab Cake Platter - $42: Two crab cakes, fried golden brown, served with fries and slaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crab Imperial - $48: Creamy crab gratin packed with jumbo lump crab meat. Served with veggies and starch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Crab Stuffed Shrimp - $45: Six jumbo shrimp, stuffed with our house-made crab imperial. Served with veggies and starch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Softshell Crab Platter - $37: Two soft shell crabs, straight from our docks, freshly fried until crispy, Served with fries and slaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sandwiches
- Angus Beef Burger - $13: 1/2 Lb Angus beef burger patty topped with lettuce, tomato, and raw onion served on a potato roll. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Cheesesteak Sub - $14: Shaved rib eye topped with melted American cheese and served in a petite french baguette. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Fresh Fish Filet Sandwich - $18: Choice of rockfish, tuna, salmon, or cod, served broiled, blackened, grilled, or fried. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Crab Cake Sandwich - $21: Made with quality crab meat and fried golden brown. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lump Crab Cake Sandwich - $25: Jumbo lump crab meat balled up and butter-broiled. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Salad Sandwich - $17: Diced shrimp served in a mixture with mayo, celery, onion, herbs, and spices. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Soft Shell Crab Sandwich - $19: Soft shell crab raised right on Cantler‘s docks, fried fresh and crispy. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tara's Po Boy - $18: Fried shrimp served on toasted french bread with napa slaw and remoulade sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Veggie Burger - $13: A plant-based Beyond burger served on a brioche roll. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
Land Lovers
- Filet Mignon - $35: 8oz steak grilled to your liking. Served with veggies and starch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Chicken Fritter Platter - $19: Eight deep dried, fresh chicken tenderloins Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Roasted Prime Rib - $33: Prime rib, cooked to your liking and served with a side of au jus sauce. Served with veggies and starch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Small Pizza - $14: Choice of 2 additional toppings. Dietary tags: Nut-Free
Fresh Fish Platters
- Rockfish Platter - $29: Local rockfish filet. Served broiled, blackened, or grilled with veggies and starch, or fried with fries and coleslaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Tuna Platter - $30: Tuna steak broiled, blackened, or grilled to your liking, or seared rare. Served with veggies and starch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Salmon Platter - $29: Salmon cooked broiled, blackened, or grilled with veggies and starch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Cod Platter - $23: Cod served broiled, blackened, or grilled with veggies and starch, or fried with fries and slaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Combo Plates
- Captain Lou's Platter - $39: A Crab cake, soft crab, and rockfish filet, all fried. Served with fries and slaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Seafood Broiler - $38: Wild-caught rockfish, scallops, and jumbo shrimp, all butter-broiled with a side of veggies and starch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Surf and Turf - $45: 4oz lobster tail and an 8oz filet mignon. Served with a side of veggies and starch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Shellfish
- Fried Jumbo Shrimp Platter - $36: A dozen crispy fried jumbo shrimp. Served with fries and slaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fresh Clam Strip Platter - $28: Hand-breaded and fried, served with fries and slaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Scallop Platter - $36: One half pound large scallops, served broiled or blackened with veggies and starch, or fried with fries and slaw. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cajun Seafood Pasta - $27: Fresh clams, scallops, and shrimp in a Cajun cream sauce over fettuccine. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Kids Menu
- Pasta - $7: Pasta noodles served with your choice of marinara or Alfredo sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Macaroni and Cheese - $8: Macaroni and cheese, with fries, fruit cup, or applesauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grilled Cheese - $6: Grilled cheese with a side of fries, fruit cup, or applesauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Chicken Tenders - $9: Chicken tenders with a side of honey mustard and fries, fruit cup, or applesauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cheeseburger - $9: A kid-sized cheeseburger served on a bun with your choice of fries, fruit cup, or applesauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Hot Dog - $6: Your choice of fries, fruit cup, or applesauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Sides
- Tater Tots - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Sweet Potato Fries - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Potato Salad - $4: 5.5oz cup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Onion Rings - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Loaf of Bread - $3: A toasted petite french loaf. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Coleslaw - $4: 5.5oz cup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- House Potato Chips - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Hush Puppies - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- French Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Side Garden Salad - $7 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan
Beverages
- Coke - $4: Free refills.
- Diet Coke - $4: Free refills.
- Sprite - $4: Free refills.
- Pink Lemonade - $4: Free refills.
- Ginger Ale - $4: Free refills.
- Unsweetened Iced Tea - $4: Free refills.