Latitude 38 Waterfront Dining: A Culinary Gem on the Annapolis Waterfront

A great dinner can be had at Latitude 38 in Annapolis, MD. Recently I had the privilege to try a few of their dishes including a Limeade Crush and a Orange Crush drink. Dinner included appetizers of Calamari and Peel & Eat Shrimp which was simply divine. A Cream of Crab soup was an excellent choice for the warm up. The main course was a superb crab cake sandwich, and Blackened Seafood Alfredo. The only complaint was that lobster in the seafood alfredo was slightly rubbery. Our server Ryan was very attentive as he did an absolutely awesome job. The dining experience was excellent. The overall rating is a 4.2 out of 5. I definitely recommend this spot.

Lovely place to have dinner with a relaxed atmosphere. A partial view of the water and a great view of the Annapolis skyline. I don’t eat fish but the chicken options were delicious. Yummy key lime pie.

Our first time. Came in for my birthday this past Monday, 7/1/24 around 6pm. Our server was fantastic and was very thorough. When we walked in, several hostesses welcomed us with a smile. It was a slower night and everyone was really on top of their game. I've worked approximately 20 years in the service industry and was extremely impressed with everything from the service to the food and little details.

Latitude 38 is located in the heart of the Annapolis Waterfront with beautiful views. We were celebrating a birthday and our party consisted of close to 30 people (2 large party seating arrangements). That said, the customer service was good. The food was absolutely delish! At our table, we had the Bacon Wrapped Scallops, Blackened Seafood Alfredo, Blackened Cod Fish Tacos (all 3 pictured). Additionally, we had crab cake sandwich, wings, and the MUST HAVE Crab Dip. I'll be returning sooner rather than later and I hope you do too.

My wife and I reserved a table at Latitude 38, and upon arrival, we were greeted warmly by the receptionist, who led us to a table with a lovely view. The service throughout our meal was exceptional—our server was friendly, always smiling, and remarkably attentive, ensuring we never had to wait for anything. For appetizers, we decided to share the Crispy Calamari and the Three Cheese Crab Dip. The calamari, while delicious, had a batter that detached and crumbled, suggesting it may have been prepared earlier and reheated. The bell peppers, sliced and baked, appeared to have lost turgor pressure, possibly due to prolonged storage after cooking. However, the calamari itself was in excellent condition and quite flavorful. The Three Cheese Crab Dip, on the other hand, was superb—creamy and rich, topped with diced crab meat and accompanied by small baguette that complemented it perfectly. For the main dish I opted for the NY Strip Steak, requesting it medium. While I personally prefer medium-rare, I chose medium for safety reasons, as an undercooked medium-rare steak can result in underheated fat tissue that compromises the overall dish. The steak arrived perfectly cooked—the reddish center was fresh and tender, while the crust was well-grilled. A slightly deeper Maillard reaction could have enhanced the flavor further, but it was still well-executed. My wife chose the Lobster Roll, which did not disappoint. The buns were freshly buttered and expertly toasted, and the lobster filling was wonderfully flavorful. Having read some critical reviews beforehand, I understand that every restaurant has its own approach to balancing quality and efficiency. Latitude 38 successfully strikes a balance between delivering satisfying dishes and managing high-volume service effectively. Located in the bustling City Dock of Annapolis, the restaurant faces an influx of tourists at any given moment. Some efficiency-driven choices are inevitable, but the overall experience was quite enjoyable. Would I return? Absolutely. The combination of attentive service, quality food, and a well-thought-out approach to handling busy crowds makes Latitude 38 a solid dining choice.

The food was excellent! I ordered the lamb with garlic potatoes with asparagus. My husband had the scallops with potatoes and veggies. The food came hot but unfortunately we weren’t able to dig in like we wanted…. No utensils! We addressed this issue when we had ordered our appetizer. Told the waiter we needed napkins and utensils. He only brought us your reg paper napkins no utensils. When our food came we still didn’t have our utensils. We waited at least 10 mins before they were brought to us and that was only because my husband had to go and ask twice! Unacceptable! Our waiter hardly came to see if we were ok, and that was because he stated to us upon his serving us that he was doing multiple things…. Helping the bartender. That’s fine and good but you CAN NOT neglect your customers. It’s not a good look for them. He was quite pleasant and he did apologize but the fact remains, you have to make sure the tables you are assigned to are being taken care of. We were the only table in our area that wasn’t getting the proper service required. The waiter plays a very important part in your restaurant experience! With that said the manager needs to make sure he/she have adequate people for their positions.

Really nice location and our server was wonderful. We got appetizers, drinks and lunch. She recommended we get a second piece of bread for the crab dip right out of the gate and she was right-on with that suggestion. We all enjoyed our food and beverages very much and we sat on an enclosed patio and could view the parking lot and water. Highly recommend.