UPDATE TIME! What's New? What's Closing? | Ocean City Maryland

Time for yet ANOTHER update on things going on in Ocean City Maryland! Just when you think things calm down, more news breaks! Come along and check out what's new and what's closing in Ocean City.
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[@seanlahm4826]

Anybody who grew up in the 80's and went to Ocean City every summer spent more than a few minutes in Roses. Walked in there to get sun tan lotion a few years ago and the store was almost empty. I was really surprised that the store was still open. Decent parking for overflow though.

[@mike-vo9lv]

i still cant believe roses is closing , been going there since we were kids, so sad, thanks Jay

[@tobydog247]

Bayside Skillet opened in 1977. I was 24 and newly married. I am 70 now and the thing is still open and I'm still married to the same baby doll. Damnnnnnnnnnnnnnn!!!!!!!!!1

[@edwardswain2262]

To expensive

[@garbo8962]

We stopped there a few years ago for breakfast after reading lying BS internet reviews. My wife wanted a pan cake but they don't offer them. Ok she asked for two slices if toast. Nope don't offer that . My meal wasn't that good but they charged an arm & two.leg dogs for a shit glass of orange juice. Only place in 25 years coming down to OC a summer week, off-season week and one long weekend that we were disappointed.

[@faithsmith197]

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@fishbowl7098]

that old mall where roses is has been an eyesore for decades.

[@jmp622]

There is lots of eye soars, hopefully town will get things going as this sort of stuff being left to age out can hurt a town. Tough for business to survive in a May to September environment

[@NeoDon1]

Yes The Hobit is so nice and as for Garvey the owner, he is so very nice and holds the torch for his grandparrents that opened the place. What a veiw and YUM! and then YUM again!

[@davidbooth2460]

I remember Jonah & the Whale. The DIPLOMAT HOTEL was where I got my start in the hotel business the summer 1971. Bert Cropper, the previous mayor of OC was one of the owners. Over the years the hotel was sold & changed names several times. Nancy Hale & family were owners @ 1 time & I worked for them one summer. When I started @ the Diplomat in 1971 Chuck Berry was the GM. He was a great manager. I managed hotels all over the US & the last hotel I retired from in 2009 was the 200 room Holiday Inn Airport in West Palm Beach, FL that was owned by the Phillips family of ocean City. Brice & Shirley Phillips were, by far, the BEST OWNERS I ever worked for during my 38 year career. (RIP)

[@stevepackard8542]

I think the last time I was in OC, Popeyes Chicken was in the 94th street Plaza. I'm guessing 2015. or 2016. Loved coming down in the Spring and Fall. But even now, the prices are so f'ing high. I stayed at the Seabay Inn for $48/ night, and breakfast at the restaurant in the morning was fantastic! Off season is the best time to visit!

[@ReelJayB]

Off season is our favorite too. Everything is still open and the crowds are gone. Fall is the best!

[@danwilsonjr9081]

Its crazy how much has changed since the first time we went there in 2001, more development (housing/commercial), but when the area has become a place to vacation/live, its bound to happen.

[@frankdash8677]

Great update! Hope Roses finds a new place. I’m surprised Jonah has lasted this long. It was never great food. But it was a good price for families. After Hall’s left there hasn’t been a good buffet in ocean City

[@ReelJayB]

Crazy to even think Bonfire is the last of the buffets!

[@frankdash8677]

@@ReelJayB yeah.

[@Chris-lk8vb]

One of the things that drew me to oc md. was an affordable vacation at a quaint beach town where you can go to a bar and sit and still have a good conversation with locals. Not much quant about it anymore just crowded and overpriced. sort of like Florida and California. I suppose a good thing if that's what one is into.

[@kristigibbons8520]

I love your videos! We enjoy the updates!

[@ReelJayB]

Thank you! I really appreciate it!

[@GickelsGaming]

Wife and I stayed at Safari Inn in off season for like 60/night. TOTAL gem in the rough- Right on the beach, too!

[@ReelJayB]

That's not a bad price at all!!

[@glove8888]

Damn rip tides and Jonahs closing, that sucks

[@robertparham6866]

Thank you for the update ReelJAYB

[@jimmythegent504]

Thanks again JayB! Always appreciate the updates 👍🏻

[@jillianraecreations]

I stayed at the flagship last year on a girl's trip... and it needed all the love it could get...definitely sad to see staples of OC go though. Especially for our pockets lol.

[@JR_SupportOurHeroes]

Thanks for the updates Jay your friend Joe here in Lafayette Louisiana

[@anthonycaniano9892]

I never went to Jonah and the Whale but it seems the buffets are closing one by one as are the family owned motels along motel row. It's sad but a sign of the times. The same thing happened where I vacationed as a kid and still do in Wildwood Crest NJ although many motels still exist. It makes me feel old as I am at 62 to see all these places close. On a positive note we just booked the holiday Inn at 66th street for the first week of September. I Can't wait!

[@ReelJayB]

The only buffet left is thr Bonfire. Remember when there used to be a lot of different buffets? Ember, Phillips, halls...times are changing for sure. Hope you enjoy your trip when you come here!

[@scottsacks659]

Thanks for the update Jay. Looking forward to the next video.

[@ReelJayB]

Thanks Scott!!

[@michaeldavenport5034]

Either of the two Bad Monkeys are great. Bring your appetite. Looking forward to checking out OC 2nd week of May in conjunction with our golf trip. Thanks for the updates. Mainstay Suites, stayed twice in two different locations. Not a fan, got burnt twice, never again for me.

[@ChmodX]

Roses is where you go when you don't feel like getting dressed up to go to Walmart. So sad.

[@paulroese1376]

thanks

[@unionbetty]

Hi jay : thanks that was a great video, all the times we came to O.C. We have not gone to Johnna’s but this yr. If it’s still there we’re going. It’s cold up here in upper Michigan, but almost all of our snow is gone 😅 Thanks again can’t wait till the next one . Frank

[@ReelJayB]

You still have snow?! Wow!!

[@Elios0000]

that ACME used to be an A&P then a SuperFresh .... was really nice for getting food shopping when we used to stay at the Sea Watch. Hobbit is AMAZING but not cheap. its the last of the true fine dinning in OC.

[@Chris-lk8vb]

not many places in oc and the word cheap are heard in the same sentence anymore. turning into a lifestyles of the rich and famous place to visit.

[@oneharry_og]

Bad Monkey breakfast tacos are great 👍🏽

[@minersmusclecars1871]

Just seen rt 1 is shut down the ocean broke the dune? Thanks for the updates. I was down a couple weeks ago and will be down in the next couple weeks. Hope to run into you one day. Stay safe!

[@ReelJayB]

Yeah! There was a breach in the dunes. The water is up VERY high here. It's going to get worse on Thursday with the rain.

[@djbillygunn7992]

Thanks Jay. That bridge collapse is insane. Still trying to come down this year. Hope to see ya at the Legion..

[@ReelJayB]

I'm still in shock over the bridge collapse. We literally just drove over it not long ago on the way home from our cruise.

[@lisacornwell3863]

Bad Monkey ~ Cinnamon Raisin French toast for breakfast / shrimp tacos for lunch or dinner

[@ReelJayB]

Wow that sounds good!!

[@joshg4953]

Its been years since i was last at Ocean city. It seems alot has changed since i was there. I think the last time i went to Ocean city was in like 2015 or 16

[@ReelJayB]

It's crazy how much has changed...or even what people realize is new! But from 2015 to now, it's been quite a difference!

[@alwaysbentfishing]

Roses had an awesome clearance sale on their fishing tackle section! They had mirro-lures for like $5!!

[@ReelJayB]

Daaaaaang! I should have stopped in!

[@ChmodX]

The end is near for Bonfire. A couple years ago when they went to mostly fried food and no crab legs,(unless you pay crazy extra) they sealed their fate with the increased prices on top of it all.

[@ReelJayB]

Its crazy to even think that they are the last remaining buffet in OC! End of an era for sure.

[@rkfritz1933]

Thanks for updates. Any news on what's happening at Victoria Crab House at 139th street?

[@ReelJayB]

Nothing yet....I've driven by the last few days and nothing has changed.

[@ghostsarchives]

damnnnn roses

[@2001pontiacta]

I remember being in OCMD, I had just got there after my 4hour ride. Stopped at McDonald’s and was lucky to catch them demolishing the motel that was across from Anthony’s liquors(where the La Quinta in now located) can’t remember the name of the motel but, think it was light blue in color.

[@maryv8578]

Ocean Voyager Motel, closed 2013. (Previously Yankee Clipper Motel, now La Quinta Inn & Suites)

[@MayorofNumber3]

I hope you can get out to Boxcar 40 in Pittsville for a crabcake review and a side review of the deviled eggs before they close. Permanently closing April 28th. I miss that place more than some of the places in OC and Berlin. Such amazing food and Paul is a great guy. I hope he has something else in the works.

[@ReelJayB]

NOOOOOOOO! They really are closing?! Once Boxcar on Main left I stopped following them. I believe Paul is a Marine vet, so of course I have to support him. We'll try to get over there before they close.

[@MayorofNumber3]

@@ReelJayB yeah man I was just told about it the other day and yes he’s a vet.

[@edwardswain2262]

I loved Rose’s , went there every time we went to OC Might not come back

[@jmp622]

When is Acme coming? That will be great as the one that is there is dated for sure. The whole lot is a mess. Would love up grade with more stores, tough business spot to make money for smaller businesses.

[@ReelJayB]

I'm not exactly sure when they will be going in....I believe it will probably be a while since everything seems to move slow with the approval process. Curious to know what they are going to do with the old BB&T bank up front.

[@jasonwalker927]

Thanks for update keep up with the good work buddy and I will be back down there soon for some fishing and fishing trips video update

[@NeoDon1]

Hey JayB , I think you duck hunt because of decoys. Do you make Duck Confit for you and the family ever? Please try it some day with a recipe that is French. I think you will thank me. Thanks for the Video.

[@ReelJayB]

I'll definitely have to try it!! I've seen it made before and it looks awesome!

[@upstate3153]

We need an update on the hungry donut😢 hopefully just a new location

[@ReelJayB]

From what I heard it was health issues? Don't quote me on that. If I hear anything I'll let you know. Seems odd they left so quickly.

[@billtownbiker]

This is going to sound like a dumb question but I live in rural mountainous Pennsylvania. We don't have bike and bus lanes like that where I am. We're coming down this summer. Is the bus lane for right turns only. I assumed you don't drive in them at all but I saw you get in it when you went to the mini golf.

[@ReelJayB]

It can get confusing if you haven't navigated them before. The bus lane is for busses and right turns. You can't drive in them except if making a right turn. I pulled over in front of the mini golf because the bus wasn't anywhere near me. If you continually ride in the bus lane (like to avoid traffic) the police will pull you over.

[@dawndiment764]

Not sad to say restaurant going away.I always stay at Crystal beach hotel.6yrs.I tried 3times with Jonah whale.I had extreme bad service all times.Got a water and then sat 15 minutes no one even acknowledged me.Walked away all 3 times😢

[@peeltheonionslowly6205]

Damn....first time I enjoyed all you can eat crab legs as a kid....Jonah and The Whale. The crab legs were in a HUGE claim shell. RIP Jonah and the Whale. Ocean City is slowly losing that old school character and be replaced by the usual corporate boheamoths.

[@glenwillard7537]

Will jonah and a whale be open for this season or it's completely done now

[@ReelJayB]

I believe they will be open, I haven't heard otherwise. The poolbar with be open so I assume they will too.

[@dawndiment764]

Love barn 34

[@ReelJayB]

What do you recommend from there??

[@dawndiment764]

@@ReelJayB love there eggs Benedict and loaded Bloody Mary’s🤗

[@darlenereed4975]

Still in shock over the bridge collapse.

[@ReelJayB]

Me too. Absolutely horrible.

[@RyanTrent]

Whats the best place to stay up there brother?

[@ReelJayB]

I'd recommend the holiday Inn on 17th street. It's on the boardwalk/beach but the quiet end of the boardwalk.

[@RyanTrent]

@@ReelJayB thanks dude

[@datther]

Dude what a drag about Jonah & the Whale Riptide is one of my favorite chill outs at the beach! Don’t want to see it go - the elusive $2 beer ! I knew it wouldn’t last 😯🤗

[@ReelJayB]

Yeah....Riptide just posted this will be their last year.

[@robb3919]

was Jonah and the whale the old diplomat hotel?

[@ReelJayB]

Not too sure, that was before my time. I'll try to find out for you, hopefully someone else knows the answer...

[@MoviemaniaNick]

I went to the buffet at Jonah and the Whale and was not too pleased with it. Not the greatest.

[@ReelJayB]

The old time buffets haven't moved along with the times...maybe a reason why only 1 is left??

[@yessmitty777]

Jonah and the Whale was not a good place.A lot of people will miss the pool bar....

[@Elios0000]

Rip Key Bridge im sure you know by now....

[@ReelJayB]

I was shocked when I heard about it. Been listening/watching updates all day. Absoutely horrible.

[@jay62moon]

Roses closing is bs smh

[@timcikovic2778]

Sad to see Dunes Manor change to a corporate hotel. I walked through out of curiosity. Everything sleek and trendy. They took away all of its personality.

[@ReelJayB]

Dunes always had that character to it, I'm sad to see it this way too.

[@nofrenz2065]

OC is a awesome resort..Way better than VB a.bit down south...and I'm from VB