Ocean City, Maryland, is a prime destination for a classic Chesapeake Bay tradition:

Eastern Shore fried chicken. This style is known for its crispy, well-seasoned coating and juicy, flavorful meat, often served with traditional sides like potato salad and coleslaw.

While finding a restaurant specifically named “Old English’s” is unlikely, several beloved local eateries have been serving this iconic dish for decades.

These establishments capture the essence of the Eastern Shore’s culinary heritage, offering a taste of authentic, home-style cooking that has kept visitors and locals coming back for generations.

Here are five local restaurants in Ocean City, MD, known for their classic Eastern Shore fried chicken:

1. Crab Cake Factory & Seafood Grill – 12000 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842

2. Higgins Crab House – 31st St, Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City, MD 21842

3. Lombardi’s Fish Market – 705 N Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City, MD 21842

4. The Dough Roller – 2210 Baltimore Ave, Ocean City, MD 21842

5. Captain’s Galley II – 12817 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842