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Look for clear eyes, firm flesh, and clean ocean smell—not ammonia. Busy counters with high turnover are safer than quiet displays on slow Tuesdays. Ask what came in that morning and how to cook it simply in a rental kitchen.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Maryland Department of Health
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.
