Rusty Scupper
Rusty Scupper
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About Rusty Scupper
The Rusty Scupper is a renowned seafood restaurant and bar situated in Baltimore's Inner Harbor. It offers guests an exceptional dining experience with panoramic views of the harbor and downtown skyline.
Established in 1982, it has become a cornerstone of Baltimore's dining scene. The restaurant is celebrated for its fresh seafood, seasonal cuisine, and attentive service.
Seating and Ambiance
The Rusty Scupper boasts a spacious 270-seat open dining room, a 75-seat bar lounge, and a 142-seat upper deck with an outdoor patio. All provide sweeping vistas of Harborplace, the Inner Harbor, and Fells Point.
Guests can enjoy live piano entertainment while savoring a diverse menu that highlights the best of Chesapeake Bay's offerings.
Menu Highlights
The menu features Maryland's authentic jumbo lump crab cakes, fresh oysters, and elegantly prepared shrimp, lobster, and beef dishes. Signature items include:
- Luxurious Jumbo Lump Crab Cake
- Warm Crab Dip
- Grilled Spanish Octopus
- Char-Grilled Rockfish
- Lump Crab Fettuccine
- Blackened Shrimp & Grits
- Whole Fried Fish with Thai Chimichurri
- Spiced Rubbed Half Chicken
The Sunday Jazz Brunch is particularly popular, offering a buffet of culinary delights from around the world accompanied by live jazz music.
Events and Private Dining
In addition to its regular offerings, the Rusty Scupper provides private and semi-private event spaces. These accommodate groups ranging from 10 to 500 guests.
These venues are ideal for:
- Corporate events
- Rehearsal dinners
- Cocktail receptions
- Holiday events
- Crab feasts
- Other private parties
Awards and Recognition
The restaurant's commitment to quality and community involvement has earned it numerous accolades. This includes recognition as one of Yelp's most romantic restaurants in Baltimore and a spot on OpenTable's list of the 100 Best Brunch Restaurants in America.
Location and Hours
The Rusty Scupper is located at 402 Key Highway in Baltimore, MD 21230.
Hours of operation include lunch Monday through Saturday, dinner seven days a week, and a live-jazz brunch on Sundays.
Locations
- Baltimore, MD, USA - Inner Harbor location with dining rooms and outdoor patio overlooking Harborplace and Fells Point
For reservations or more information, guests can contact the restaurant at (410) 727-3678.