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Upscale Coastal Restaurant Opened By Naval Academy Graduate
A new coastal restaurant opened recently in Anne Arundel County. The eatery, launched by a Naval Academy graduate, also serves brunch.

ANNAPOLIS, MD — A Naval Academy graduate recently opened an upscale coastal restaurant in Annapolis that celebrates "Delmarva-centric flavors with a contemporary twist."
Captain's Daughter is now open in the lobby of the Westin Annapolis, located at 100 Westgate Circle. It is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from its new space in the Annapolis Arts District. The eatery serves brunch on the weekend.
The hotel is owned by District Hospitality Partners, whose CEO is Naval Academy alum Fred Malek.
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Malek envisioned locally sourced seafood, farm-to-table produce and elevated comfort fare. The restaurant's cocktail menu pays homage to Annapolis' nautical heritage and ties to the Navy.
"I wanted to create a place that captures the spirit of Annapolis—where timeless naval tradition meets modern coastal cuisine," Malek said in a Monday press release. "We're proud to offer a warm, welcoming, and comfortable space that celebrates the Chesapeake's rich flavors and maritime heritage for everyone to enjoy."
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The cocktail lineup features the Smoked Old Fashioned, Bayberry Spritz, Captain Cousteau, Annapolis Fog and more.
Brunch, lunch and dinner favorites include Salmon & Crab Benedict, Buttermilk Waffles, Blue Crab Carbonara, She Crab Soup and Naval Surf & Turf.
The newly built restaurant spans 3,200 square feet.
The circular bar seats 20, the lounge with a fireplace holds 50 and the main dining room can accommodate 75.
"We're excited to welcome everyone—locals, tourists, foodies, and everyone in between—to Captain's Daughter," Malek said. "We very much look forward to serving you."
Reservations are recommended and are available on OpenTable.
Captain's Daughter's hours are:
- Sunday through Thursday: 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to midnight
- Brunch is available on Saturday and Sunday
- Happy Hour daily from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. with live music on Tuesdays and Fridays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
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