An absolute escape from Ocean City. A place to indulge in inventive American cuisine and mouthwatering seafood while overlooking one of the most picturesque views you have ever laid eyes on.
If you're looking to simply come in for some appetizers and a few cocktails our bartenders make great company at the bar that maintains the same breathtaking views.
So next time you're wondering where to go to enjoy an exceptional meal, stop by The Hobbit and step into a classy, sleek, but most importantly comfortable world of dining excellence.
We are located on the bottom floor of the Rivendell Condominium at 81st on the Bay and we offer our full menu daily beginning at 5 pm.
Cuisine
American, European, Farm Fresh, Seafood, Steak/SteakhouseDining Options
Bar/Lounge, Fine Dining, Lite FareMeal Types
DinnerRecent Reviews
Hobbit Restaurant
Josh Huntington : 4 on 9/30/2025 9:15 pm
The Hobbit is an upscale American and seafood restaurant located in the Rivendell Condominium building on 81st Street. It's open Sunday through Thursday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and from 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM Friday and Saturday.
My friends and I had a list of spots to try this year, and this one was at the top. We'd heard nothing but great things, so I'm happy to say it didn't disappoint. All the food was enjoyable and our server Vern made sure we were well taken care of.
We kicked things off with the Cherry Bomb Calamari and the Scallops Tagliatelle. The calamari, topped with toasted coconut and served with Shanghai aioli, was good, but the tagliatelle was the standout. Perfectly seared dayboat scallops paired with housemade tagliatelle in a truffle butter sauce, with peas, pancetta, Parmesan, and a drizzle of jus gras. Rich, fresh, and beautifully balanced.
Next, I tried the cream of crab soup, made with fresh Maryland jumbo lump crab meat. The flavor was rich and well-balanced, but I did encounter a few shell fragments. A truly great bowl of cream of crab should be smooth and shell-free.
For our entrees, we ordered the smoked cheddar pierogies, the red wine braised short rib, and the filet mignon. While everything was delicious, the filet was by far the best. You can choose from three preparation styles, we had it blackened, and it was cooked and seasoned to absolute perfection. It's a dish I'd happily come back for.
My friends and I had a list of spots to try this year, and this one was at the top. We'd heard nothing but great things, so I'm happy to say it didn't disappoint. All the food was enjoyable and our server Vern made sure we were well taken care of.
We kicked things off with the Cherry Bomb Calamari and the Scallops Tagliatelle. The calamari, topped with toasted coconut and served with Shanghai aioli, was good, but the tagliatelle was the standout. Perfectly seared dayboat scallops paired with housemade tagliatelle in a truffle butter sauce, with peas, pancetta, Parmesan, and a drizzle of jus gras. Rich, fresh, and beautifully balanced.
Next, I tried the cream of crab soup, made with fresh Maryland jumbo lump crab meat. The flavor was rich and well-balanced, but I did encounter a few shell fragments. A truly great bowl of cream of crab should be smooth and shell-free.
For our entrees, we ordered the smoked cheddar pierogies, the red wine braised short rib, and the filet mignon. While everything was delicious, the filet was by far the best. You can choose from three preparation styles, we had it blackened, and it was cooked and seasoned to absolute perfection. It's a dish I'd happily come back for.
Josh Huntington
1759266955
4
5
Hobbit Restaurant
Melissa Wortmann : 5 on 10/6/2025 1:14 pm
Food was amazing, service was amazing and atmosphere was amazing. An amazing night for a birthday dinner for our 18 year old. Coconut cream pie was also…you guessed it amazing. Will be back when we are here again in October can’t wait!
Melissa Wortmann
1759756458
5
5
Hobbit Restaurant
Michelle Geoghegan : 5 on 8/6/2025 4:17 pm
Food was absolutely delicious. We got calamari, fried green tomatoes, Caesar salad, pierogies, short ribs, scallops, and two kids meals. Everyone loved their food. Pierogies, scallops, and fried green tomatoes were my favorite, unreal. Service was super fast, which was great since we had sleepy kids! Views were gorgeous. A great night.
Michelle Geoghegan
1754497050
5
5
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