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Menus may rotate among Maryland farm-raised, Chesapeake Bay, and out-of-region varieties as supply and price shift—servers should disclose origin if asked. Local aquaculture supports water clarity goals in bays behind Ocean City. Taste profiles range from briny to sweet depending on salinity and grow-out site.
Sources: Maryland DNR · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
