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Maryland Waterfront Venue: A Stormy Night Story

On a dark and stormy night, just before midnight, in December of 1992, there was a ferocious nor’easter blowing across the Bay...

A New Generation with Old Ideas...

The pandemic really knocked us through a loop. It discombobulated the way we do business.

1968... What Were They Thinking?

When Tom and Fran Laing took the “road less traveled” who would have guessed they would set the course for a fifty-year, three generation ru

We Don't Know How She Did It!

We don't know how she did it? The kitchen was tiny, with a massive cast iron stove, 2 refrigerators, a 3-compartment sink, and deep fryer.

It wasn't always called the Island View

It started as “Tom's Tavern” named after the man who dreamed of owning his own bar.

Celebration of Life-For a Life Well Lived

memory and what that person meant to them. I’m are extremely thankful that he or she I’ve reached the age where I’ve been attending...

Seafood Delight and Kayak Bliss: Island View Waterfront Cafe in Maryland

Embark on a culinary and aquatic adventure at Island View Waterfront Cafe in Essex, Maryland. In Jamie Alvarenga's 2020 article published...

A Culinary Retreat: Island View Waterfront Cafe's Magical Setting on the Chesapeake Bay

If you're yearning for a dining experience surrounded by the serenity of the Chesapeake Bay, look no further than Island View Waterfront...

Escape to Tranquility: Island View Waterfront Cafe Near Baltimore

Looking for a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of Baltimore? Look no further than Island View Waterfront Cafe, a hidden gem...

"Homicide" at Island View Inn

In 1944, the TV series "Homicide" brought its gripping storyline to life at Island View Inn. Our waterfront cafe served as the backdrop...

2022 Waterfront Venue Winner: The Island View Waterfront Cafe

Celebrate a momentous achievement with us! The Island View Waterfront Cafe proudly earned the prestigious title of Best Waterfront Venue,...

In the News, "Meet Jessica Heddings"

Canvas Rebel, Conversations with Entrepreneurs, Artists & Creatives We were lucky to catch up with Jessica Heddings recently and have...