The coast is closer than
you think…

Legendary crab cakes. Coastal Vibes.
Chesapeake Flavor. No bridge toll required.

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Charley Chesapeake Chophouse at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg is the MoCo’s go-to destination for authentic Chesapeake Bay flavor, coastal vibes, the most legendary all-lump, no filler Maryland crab cake in the DMV.

Your go-to every day eatery where the crab cake reigns supreme, burgers are smashed, tenders are double-dipped, orange crushes never stop flowing.

And the best part? No bridge toll required & flip flops are always welcome.

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PROGRESSIVE OYSTER HOUR

A tray of freshly shucked oysters on ice with lemon wedges, a fork, and small bowls of cocktail sauce. In the background, there are bowls of French fries, buffalo chicken wings, and a cocktail with a dried lemon slice.

Join us every day from 2–6 PM at the bar. The earlier you start, the better the deal. Oysters start at 50¢ !*

For our night owls, prices drop at 8PM for a late night oyster hour. (*certain limitations apply.)

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REAL HEROS BRING CRAB CAKES

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AT CHARLEY

A sunlit indoor restaurant or event space with long tables set with white tablecloths, plates, glasses, napkins, and candles, surrounded by white and yellow chairs with patterned cushions, and decorated with hanging plants and string lights, featuring large glass windows and doors.

Whether you’re planning a birthday party, business dinner, graduation celebration, or special event, the Florida Room at Charley Chesapeake is the top private dining venue in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

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Baked cheesy dish with herbs on a checkered paper, lemon slices and a fork.
Cooked steak sliced on a plate with a side of mixed greens salad and French fries, alongside a glass of beer and salt and pepper shakers.
Basket of fried shrimp and French fries with a small cup of ketchup, lemon wedge, and hot sauce bottle on a textured surface.
Plate of French fries, a piece of cooked fish topped with sauce, two lemon halves, a small bowl of coleslaw, and a cocktail with an orange slice on a striped blue and white tablecloth.
A tray of raw oysters on ice with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce, with a hand squeezing lemon over an oyster. In the background, there are shrimp, French fries with a side of ketchup, buffalo chicken wings, and a lemon drop martini.
A basket of spicy chicken wings with a side of ranch dipping sauce, a glass of beer, and a can of National Bohemian beer.
A white plate with a baked casserole, grilled asparagus, and a half grilled lemon. A glass of water with lemon slices is in the background, along with a white and blue striped cloth.
Various baskets of fried chicken, French fries, and a burger on a nautical-themed table, with soft drinks and condiments.
Close-up of a cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, pickles, melted cheese, a beef patty, and a toasted bun, secured with a skewer. French fries and a pickle spear are on the side, all in a metal basket with blue and white checkered paper.
A plate with a waffle topped with fried chicken, accompanied by a cup of coffee, a bowl of ice cream, and a glass of red beverage on a blue tiled table.
A meal served on a black cast iron skillet with roasted chicken tenders, asparagus, a lemon half, and a cheesy potato casserole. A separate blue plate of Caesar salad with romaine lettuce, croutons, and grated cheese is also visible, plus a glass of
Skillet of four baked chicken breasts with breaded coating, topped with a dollop of butter or sauce, on a blue and white striped cloth, with glasses of water in the background.
A metal basket filled with crispy fried chicken, French fries, a pickle spear, coleslaw in a small bowl, and a cold glass of beer with a Charley's logo.
Close-up of a crab cake sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and a bun, served with French fries, and a lemon-infused beverage in a Mason jar with a blue crab logo on a blue background.
A breakfast plate with two sunny side up eggs, toast, bacon, and fried potatoes on a blue table. A cup of coffee, a small container of cream, and a sugar packet holder are in the background.
Assorted dishes including fried chicken, naan bread, a burger with lettuce and tomato, French fries, coleslaw, scrambled eggs, a yellow drink, and a pink drink, served on a table with checkered paper
A cast iron skillet with cooked steak, green asparagus, a baked potato, and a lemon half. There is a glass of beer in the top right corner, salt and pepper shakers in the background, and silverware on a blue and white striped cloth.
Stack of sugar-coated donuts on a wire rack with a light blue tiled background.
A decorative blue and white patterned bowl containing two poached eggs topped with hollandaise sauce, served over a mixed greens salad with breaded veggie patties, potato wedges, and a slice of crispy French fry.
A basket of buffalo chicken wings with a side of ranch dipping sauce, a glass of beer, and a can of soda on a table.