Business Details
50+ Years
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Ocean City's Premier Seafood & Prime Rib Buffet Experience
Since 1973, The Bonfire Restaurant has been a family-owned culinary destination in Ocean City, Maryland, offering an unparalleled dining experience through our signature seafood and prime rib buffet. Our establishment combines tropical aquariums, stained glass artistry, and lush gardens to create a distinctive atmosphere that complements our culinary excellence. With over five decades of operation, we've maintained a commitment to quality ingredients, generous portions, and exceptional service that has earned us recognition as the area's premier buffet for seven consecutive years.Our 150-foot buffet showcases fresh seafood, carved prime rib, diverse fish selections, barbecue ribs, seasonal fruits, and artisanal desserts, while our la carte menu provides additional gourmet options. Our professional team prioritizes personalized hospitality, ensuring every guest receives attentive service in a welcoming environment. This dedication to excellence has established us as a trusted dining institution that continues to innovate while maintaining our original standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
Services
Seafood Buffet
Prime Rib Buffet
La Carte Dining
Carryout Service
Bar Service
Special Events
Kid's Meals
Early Bird Specials
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1973 with proven culinary expertise
- Award-winning buffet recognized for seven consecutive years
- 150-foot buffet with fresh seafood and carved prime rib
- Professional staff providing personalized hospitality
- Tropical ambiance with unique aquarium and garden features
What people say
Best buffet
Great food
Friendly staff
Tropical ambiance
Generous portions
Services
Seafood Buffet
Our expansive seafood buffet features fresh snow crab legs, diverse fish preparations, and premium seafood offerings. Guests enjoy unlimited access to our 150-foot buffet with expertly prepared options for every taste preference. The seafood station receives daily deliveries to ensure optimal freshness and quality.
Prime Rib Buffet
The signature prime rib buffet showcases slow-roasted beef carved to order. Our 12-ounce prime rib portions maintain consistent quality that has earned regional acclaim. The meat station operates continuously during service hours with temperature-controlled serving stations.
La Carte Dining
Full la carte menu includes specialty dishes like surf & turf, crab feast, and cowboy steak. Each entre comes with salad, potato option, and daily vegetable. Menu items feature premium ingredients prepared using traditional cooking methods.
Bar Service
Full-service bar offers craft cocktails, domestic and imported beers, and wine selections. Signature frozen drinks include homemade crushes and specialty beverages. The bar maintains extended hours during peak dining periods.
Special Events
Private dining spaces accommodate special occasions with customized buffet options. The venue features tropical decor with aquariums and stained glass elements. Event packages include dedicated service staff and flexible menu arrangements.
Questions
What are your operating hours?
We serve Thursday through Sunday from 4:00 PM to late evening. Check our website for specific closing times.
Do you offer children's pricing?
Yes, children 3-6 pay $8.99 and 7-12 pay $20.99 for buffet options. Under 3 eat free.
Can I order carryout?
Yes, our carryout menu is available online for convenient ordering and pickup.
Are reservations required?
Reservations are recommended for prime dining times but not mandatory.
Do you serve alcohol?
Yes, we offer wine by the glass, domestic and imported beers, and specialty cocktails.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and cash payments at this time.
Reviews (7)
Katrina Bailey
Jan 02, 2022
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I Love The Bonfire Restaurant Even When I Was Little And I Got To Tell You THEIR Food Was So Good That in The Summer of 2021 (During The Virus) I Really Really Really LOVE That Juicy Prime Rib!! :)
Nicole P.
Nov 24, 2021
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I should call the health department on this establishment. This place is overpriced for absolutely no reason. The food was not that great and I was very disappointed. I paid $42 for for a buffet and I literally had 1 plate. Either the food was old, and overcooked. The ice cream machine is not up to proper temperature. The ice cream was very creamy. The bowls, and the plates to the cream of crabs soup were all fifthly(Dirty). Then the waitress came back and asked if we wanted to order some crab legs which was separate from the buffet price. Look! This is highway robbery. I drove from Baltimore
Nicole Thomas
Oct 04, 2021
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Way overpriced. $120 for 2 adults. The crab legs are no longer on the buffet and were cold when they came to our table for $30 a pound, which made them hard to pick. They also were skimpy with little meat inside. The buffet also was nothing to brag about. Food was mediocre at best. Our waiter was pleasant and attentative. Save your money .
Kylie Coppinger
Sep 13, 2021
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Food was good for buffet food. Primer rib and mussels were tasty. Enough variety for everyone to find something they would enjoy. Experience was good until I got to dessert. I had the peanut butter mousse- on my second bite I encountered a fly right in the middle of the mousse. Thankfully I saw it before putting it in my mouth. When to told the waitress she took my plate but didnt say anything. I got nothing from management. No discount, no apologizes or even a coupon to come back.
Jacqui A.
Aug 31, 2021
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Shrimp was mushy(fried and steamed), brisket was dry, potato salad was not good. Mac and cheese was runny. Cornbread dry. I dont know how this place has been rated so well for so long.
Josh Simons
Aug 15, 2021
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We were seated a lot faster than expected. Food was great. We were full fast. Server was very attentive and fast with our drinks. Plenty of parking and no issues getting in or out.
FlatExpression
Jul 04, 2021
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I gotta say, this is a very nice place. I definitely out-beats other buffets I have been to. The variety is pretty good. Multiple types of salad (caesar, garden, pasta, crab, etc,) multiple sauces (cocktail, ranch, etc,) multiple fried foods (shrimp, clam, hush puppies, etc,) and then lots of meats, a couple types of burgers, and very nice desserts. Overall, it's a nice variety. The staff are constantly putting fresh piles of food, the burgers are being cooked on a flat top right in front of you, and the meat cutting station is beautiful. The staff are very nice, and are very informing. We sat
