Located on the Western Shore of Chesapeake Bay off Maryland Route 4, Solomon's Island (sometimes simply called Solomons) is a hidden gem among larger towns, nestled where the Patuxent River meets the Bay. Technically, it's now a peninsula, connected to the mainland by a short causeway, with the town stretching on either side. To the south, the expansive river is crossed by the Governor Thomas Johnson Bridge, one of Maryland's most recognizable landmarks. Just 80 miles south of Baltimore, one of the most underrated foodie destinations in America, it's a convenient coastal base for boating, historic exploration, and, of course, top-tier seafood. After the Civil War, Baltimore businessman Isaac Solomon purchased 80 acres for oyster packing, and it became known as Solomon's Island.