Traders – American
Traders serves as a lively neighborhood anchor where the atmosphere evolves with the days, welcoming guests into a space that feels like a perpetual celebration of the communal table. The air carries a rotating symphony of aromas, ranging from the savory crunch of traditional fried chicken and the rich, herbaceous notes of mid-week Italian feasts to the smoky sizzle of custom-cut steaks. Whether gathering for a bountiful Sunday breakfast or savoring the creative whims of the weekend’s chef specials, diners find a comforting blend of rustic tradition and culinary surprise.
8132 Bayside Road, Chesapeake Beach MD 20732 https://tradersrestaurant.com/Rating: 1/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Traders
Dairy-Free at Traders
Traders in Chesapeake Beach has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wednesday: Italian Night, Thursday: Pick Your Steak and Tuesday: Country Comfort Cooking Night. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Traders
Traders in Chesapeake Beach has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wednesday: Italian Night, Thursday: Pick Your Steak and Tuesday: Country Comfort Cooking Night. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Traders
Traders in Chesapeake Beach has 4 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wednesday: Italian Night, Tuesday: Country Comfort Cooking Night and Sunday Breakfast Buffet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Traders
Traders in Chesapeake Beach has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Thursday: Pick Your Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Traders
Traders in Chesapeake Beach has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Thursday: Pick Your Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Traders
Traders in Chesapeake Beach has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Thursday: Pick Your Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Traders
Traders in Chesapeake Beach has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Thursday: Pick Your Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Traders
Traders in Chesapeake Beach has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wednesday: Italian Night, Tuesday: Country Comfort Cooking Night and Sunday Breakfast Buffet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Traders
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday Breakfast Buffet | 151.8 g | 36.4 g |
| Thursday: Pick Your Steak | 2.2 g | 11.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated as a local staple, diners often visit for the signature Eggs Montoya, a decadent take on Eggs Benedict that features filet mignon in place of traditional ham. Guests highlight the importance of precise kitchen execution, particularly regarding the temperature of the steak and the consistency
Menu
Breakfast
Sunday Breakfast Buffet, available 8AM-12PM
- Sunday Breakfast Buffet - $15.99: Available 8AM-12PM Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
Weekly Specials
Daily dinner specials available from 3pm to close
- Monday: Fried Chicken Dinner Night - $14.99: Fried chicken dinner special Available at: dinner
- Tuesday: Country Comfort Cooking Night - $14.99: Homestyle comfort food special Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Wednesday: Italian Night - $16.99: Italian cuisine special Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- Thursday: Pick Your Steak - $24.99: Steak selection special Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fri - Sun: Chef's Special - $22.99: Rotating chef's selection Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Traders
- Is Traders dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Traders has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Wednesday: Italian Night, Thursday: Pick Your Steak and Tuesday: Country Comfort Cooking Night.
- What can I eat at Traders on a dairy-free diet?
- Wednesday: Italian Night, Thursday: Pick Your Steak and Tuesday: Country Comfort Cooking Night carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Traders have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Wednesday: Italian Night and Tuesday: Country Comfort Cooking Night.
- Is Traders gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Traders?
- Sunday Breakfast Buffet, at roughly 36.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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