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The Dispatch/Maryland Coast Dispatch
BY BETHANY HOOPER
STAFF WRITER
OCEAN CITY – With thousands of burger combinations, an expanded menu and major renovations, a new management company is eager to make its mark on a well-established resort eatery. Located on 126th Street in Ocean City, The Abbey Burger Bistro has served locals and visitors alike since 2013. But since the beginning of the year, business partners at Matt Ortt Companies have been busy preparing for their first season of management at the Ocean City location. “It was run by the group that started The Abbey Burger, but most of their focus has been across the bridge,” said
One of the signature burgers and one of the seafood dishes on The Abbey Burger Bistro menu are pictured. Submitted Photos
Managing Partner Matt Ortt. “So they looked for a company like us that could come in and manage the restaurant.” Since 2008, The Abbey Burger Bistro
has developed a reputation as a unique burger joint that specializes in eclectic meats and tons of toppings. Today, the restaurant has three locations – Federal
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