The River Shack

The River Shack The River Shack opens May 1st, 2026 for the season -
Steamed Maryland crabs at their best! We will be opening May 5th for the 2023 season!
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The River Shack is a seasonal casual eating spot located on open for carryout and dine-in. Our outdoor beach like setting offers great food and cocktails at a reasonable price. The Shack menu includes steamed crabs, fried chicken, crab cakes, oysters, shrimp, pizza, cheese steaks & much more.

Happy Labor Day from The River Shack! 🇺🇸🌴🦜Today we’re celebrating all of the hardworking people who keep our community g...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from The River Shack! 🇺🇸🌴🦜

Today we’re celebrating all of the hardworking people who keep our community going — including our amazing River Shack crew! ❤️🤍💙

We hope you spend the day relaxing, soaking up the last days of summer & enjoying some well-deserved fun by the water. 🍹☀️🌊

🦀 TODAY’S CRAB SPECIALS! 🦀Crab lovers, we’ve got TWO reasons to come hungry today! 😍🦀 $70/dozen Medium Crabs🦀 Maryland C...
09/04/2026

🦀 TODAY’S CRAB SPECIALS! 🦀

Crab lovers, we’ve got TWO reasons to come hungry today! 😍

🦀 $70/dozen Medium Crabs
🦀 Maryland Crab Combo (dine in only) — ONLY $50 today!
Includes 12 crabs, shrimp & hush puppies… $20 OFF!

Available today at The Wellwood AND The River Shack! Come get your crab fix while the deals last! 🌊🦀

📍 Charlestown, MD

While supplies last.

✨ DID YOU KNOW? There’s a hidden little waterfront gem tucked away in Charlestown, MD… 👀🦀🌊The River Shack is our seasona...
09/04/2026

✨ DID YOU KNOW? There’s a hidden little waterfront gem tucked away in Charlestown, MD… 👀🦀🌊

The River Shack is our seasonal spot by the water where summer days are made for steamed crabs, cold drinks, live music, and laid-back waterfront vibes. ☀️

Come by boat or by car, grab a table, crack some crabs, and stay awhile. ⚓

If you haven’t discovered The River Shack yet… consider this your sign. 😉🌴

📍 Charlestown, Maryland
☀️ Seasonally open — enjoy it while you can!

Tag someone who needs to know about this hidden gem! 👇

One of the last weekends of live music at The River Shack is coming up! 🌴🎶The season may be winding down, but we’re not ...
09/02/2026

One of the last weekends of live music at The River Shack is coming up! 🌴🎶

The season may be winding down, but we’re not done having fun just yet. Come spend the weekend by the river with good food, cold drinks, and live music all weekend long.

🎤 Friday: Jared Obstfeld | 6–9PM
🎸 Saturday: Chris Dean | 5:30–8:30PM
🎶 Sunday: AJ Love | 5:30–8:30PM

Take advantage of these last few summer weekends at The Shack while you still can! 🍹☀️

🦀 Crab deal at The River Shack! 🌴🌊Come get your Medium Crabs while they last!🔥 $40 Half Dozen🔥 $80 DozenWhile supplies l...
08/31/2026

🦀 Crab deal at The River Shack! 🌴🌊

Come get your Medium Crabs while they last!

🔥 $40 Half Dozen
🔥 $80 Dozen

While supplies last!

🦀 $50 Maryland Crab Combo at The River Shack! 🌊Grab your crew and dig in! For just $50, enjoy:🦀 12 Crabs🍤 Shrimp🌽 Corn🤎 ...
08/31/2026

🦀 $50 Maryland Crab Combo at The River Shack! 🌊

Grab your crew and dig in! For just $50, enjoy:
🦀 12 Crabs
🍤 Shrimp
🌽 Corn
🤎 Hush Puppies

Dine-in only. Come crack some crabs by the water! 🦀🌊

Monday called… it wants a seat by the river. 🌴🍹Come kick off the week with a little something worth looking forward to:$...
08/31/2026

Monday called… it wants a seat by the river. 🌴🍹

Come kick off the week with a little something worth looking forward to:
$7 Orange Crushes
$12 Malibu Buckets
$12.99 3-Piece Chicken with all the fixings
$6 Cheese Flatbread

Because Mondays don’t have to feel like Mondays at The River Shack.

🦀 Crabs to-go? We’ve got you covered!Grab a ½ bushel of for $85 or ½ bushel of for $140 and bring the crab feast hom...
08/29/2026

🦀 Crabs to-go? We’ve got you covered!

Grab a ½ bushel of for $85 or ½ bushel of for $140 and bring the crab feast home! ☀️🌴

Available for takeout at BOTH The Wellwood & The River Shack! Call ahead, place your order & get crackin’! 🦀🔨

While supplies last.

08/29/2026

THIS SATURDAY!! I’m stoked to play my debut at The River Shack in Charlestown, MD! This place definitely knows how to party! Beautiful location, great atmosphere, and great music coming your way!

08/27/2026

Come take a tour of The River Shack! 🌊🦀🍹

You loved our tour of The Wellwood, so this time we’re taking you down to the water to check out its summertime sister spot — The River Shack! ☀️

From waterfront views and cold drinks to fresh seafood and laid-back summer vibes, here’s a little peek at what makes The River Shack one of our favorite places to spend a summer day. ⚓️

📍Charlestown, MD

Tag someone who needs a River Shack day! 🦀🍻

Address

523 Water Street
Charlestown, MD
21914

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 9pm
Friday 4pm - 10pm
Saturday 11:30am - 10pm
Sunday 11:30am - 9pm

Telephone

+14102876666

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