A Slice of Nostalgia: Authentic Eastern Shore Comfort Food at Barbely’s Restaurant
Barbely’s Restaurant
4.8 · $20-$30
🍽️ Restaurant
Closed· Opens 4:00 PM Fri
Barbely’s Restaurant Click to open side panel for more information is a quintessential family-owned and operated gem hidden away in the quiet town of Newark, Maryland. Stepping through the doors feels like stepping back in time to a classic 1970s home kitchen or a nostalgic country store. Rich in local history and decorated with an eclectic array of antique items, the restaurant offers an incredibly warm, cozy, and casual atmosphere where guests are welcomed like old friends. Known for serving genuine Maryland Eastern Shore comfort food, it has become a beloved local tradition for families seeking exceptional, made-from-scratch homestyle cooking.
Essential Information
Feature
Detail
Address
8379 Patey Woods Rd, Newark, MD 21841, United States
Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking
Amenities
Restroom, High chairs, Kids’ menu
Planning
Reservations highly recommended / accepted
Payments Accepted
Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
Why Visit? Key Highlights
Authentic Scratch Cooking: Reviewers consistently rave that the food tastes exactly like a home-cooked meal from grandma’s kitchen, made with love and high-quality local ingredients.
Standout Seafood Specialties: The legendary 7-ounce crab cake and the softshell crabs piled with crab imperial are highly praised by locals and travelers alike as some of the best on the Eastern Shore.
Unmatched Hospitality: The family operation, anchored by Janice and Bruce, creates a welcoming environment full of friendly banter, making every guest feel like part of the family.
Fascinating Nostalgic Ambiance: The interior is uniquely packed with historical relics and antique items on shelves, offering diners a delightful visual journey into simpler times while they eat.
Save Room for Dessert: Legendary homemade sweet endings like the apple dumplings with ice cream, strawberry pie, and Bruce’s meringue pie are so popular that guests recommend ordering them early before they run out.
Menu and Offerings
Appetizers
Item Name
Item Name
Barbecued Baby Back Ribs (1/3 Rack)
Fried Mushroom Caps
Onion Rings
Fried Green Beans
Chicken Tenders
Mozzarella Sticks
Fried Butterfly Shrimp
Broccoli Bites
Soups
Item Name
Item Name
Lima Bean, Corn And Dumplings
Peas And Dumplings
Entrees (Single Side)
Item Name
Item Name
Mixed Grill Chicken & Grilled Shrimp
Mixed Grill with Added Beef
Entrees (Two Sides)
Item Name
Item Name
Prime Rib
Rib Eye
Stuffed Pork Chop (1 Chop)
Stuffed Pork Chop (2 Chops)
2 Pcs. Fried Chicken & Barbecued Baby Back Ribs
Bruce’s 7 Ounce Crab Cake
2 Pcs. Fried Chicken with Fried Shrimp
Baby Back Ribs (1/3 Rack)
Fried Shrimp Dinner (8 Pcs)
Ribs with Fried Shrimp (4)
Flounder topped with 4 Fried Shrimp
Flounder (2)
Janice’s Crab Imperial topped with Grilled Shrimp
Flounder topped with Janice’s Crab Imperial
4 Pcs Mixed Chicken (2 Dark/2 White)
4 Pcs All White Chicken (2 Breast/2 Wings)
4 Pcs Dark Chicken (2 Thighs/2 Legs)
Available Sides & Add-ons
Item Name
Item Name
Fries
Side Salad
Bruce’s Turnip Greens
Justin’s Coleslaw
Bruce’s Macaroni and Cheese
Applesauce
Bruce’s Corn Pudding
Baked Sweet Potato
Real Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Real Mashed Potatoes without Gravy
Bruce’s Whole Green Beans
Janice’s Cucumbers and Onions
Side of Crab Imperial (Add-on)
Extra Crab Cake (Add-on)
Beverages
Item Name
Item Name
Iced Tea (1 free refill)
Soda (Pepsi, Cherry Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Dr. Pepper, Diet Pepsi)
· $20-$30
