Named for the Eastern Shore river that feeds into the Bay, The Choptank in Annapolis brings serious raw bar craft and Chesapeake-focused seafood to a lively, contemporary setting that balances the city’s old-school maritime heritage with a modern bar program. Oysters sourced from local waters, a thoughtful cocktail menu, and the kind of quality-forward approach that earns repeat visits from Annapolis’s discerning dining and drinking crowd. A strong choice when Annapolis warrants something beyond the standard waterfront options.