Palm Beach Willies

We were staying at the Hyatt in Cambridge and looking for an alternative to the good yet uninspired resort restaurants. Palm Beach Willies is located in a marina 15 miles down a wide, untraveled highway, and well worth the drive.

The seating area is small and the kitchen is tiny, so make a reservation and don't make plans for afterwards. We ordered the fresh rockfish (one broiled and one fried) and the softshell crab, all of which were excellent. Like most rural Maryland restaurants, entrees come with a choice of two sides. The sweet potatoes and mashed potatoes were amazing, and the others were very good as well. For dessert, we shared the "cookie skillet" -- if they're offering it, get it.

Our only regret is not trying the appetizers. The food comes out of the small kitchen very slowly. It's well worth the wait, but the wonderful bread and muffins only hold you so long.