The Boatyard was founded in 2001 by Owner Dick Franyo. His vision for the Boatyard was to celebrate the Chesapeake Bay lifestyle and other places that Chesapeake Bay sailors and fishermen frequent such as Key West. Located on Restaurant Row in the historic maritime district of Eastport, the Boatyard is just a short walk or water taxi ride from Annapolis City Docks. The Boatyard is where local sailors, fishermen and lovers of the Chesapeake enjoy pint drinks, great crab cakes and the freshest local seafood. Specialties include smoked fish of the day (on premise), cream of crab and Maryland crab soups and an extensive list of crab and seafood specialties.