Great addition to the restaurant park in Columbia…read more We finally had a rare date night and decided to try this new spot. It was not crowded at 5pm so we were served very quickly. We enjoyed hot wings and bao buns as our appetizer and shared a black and blue burger for our meal. My dark and stormy was a great pick as well. Helpful attentive staff.

Stopped into Elliott's Kitchen on a Sunday around 3 PM--prime football time with both the…read moreCommanders and Ravens playing--so I expected the bar to be buzzing. Oddly enough, it was pretty quiet, but they do have the games on for anyone looking for a low-key spot to watch. We were seated within 5 minutes, which I appreciated. Our server, Patrick, was... okay. Not terrible, but definitely felt new to serving. We didn't get the rundown of the daily specials (yet overheard them being given to the booth behind us), and a few small service details slipped through--but I'm giving him grace based on his newness. One thing I noticed from Yelp reviews is that bread is usually served automatically. We had to request it, especially after seeing tables seated after us get theirs first. Not a dealbreaker, but noticeable. We ordered several appetizers, and honestly, they were filling enough to be a full meal: * Ribs - Flavorful, tender, and genuinely falling off the bone. The portion sizes were a bit inconsistent--some pieces were cut shorter than others--but the texture was on point. I'd definitely return for these. * Brussels Sprouts - Patrick didn't mention they were shareable, which would've been helpful. I did like the flavor, but in hindsight I'm glad we pivoted to... * Crab Dip - This one missed for me. The flavor leaned more tuna-ish than crab-forward. Not my preference, but you may feel differently. * Shrimp in Spicy Butter - Definitely spicy, but somehow still flavorless. More like spicy water than a seasoned butter sauce. The one bonus? They were served piping hot--exactly how I like my food. * French Fries - Hand-cut and tasty. A solid win. Unfortunately, everything except the shrimp came out lukewarm, which took away from dishes that could've been great. Temperature matters! On the drink side, though? Hits all around. The fresh-pressed beet juice was fantastic, and the sweet tea was also on point. We skipped dessert only because we were full, but I'm already planning to come back specifically to try it--along with the ribs and fries again. Overall, I'm hoping this was just an off day. Elliott's Kitchen has potential, and I'd like to see it shine on the next visit

Victoria's Gastropub pioneered the gastropub concept in this area! They created this beautiful…read morefamily-owned business, and the owners are regulars here, maintaining high standards for the food and ambiance. My night is half-price bottle-of-wine night! There are occasional passed hors d'oeuvres during happy hour, beer-club nights, whiskey-discount nights, and one i want to add to my workout routines: a 3.4-mile run club that finishes with a free mimosa! Great owners, great staff, pretty-darn-good guests :-) Great elevated pub-food.

I feel terrible for starting to eat my dinner before thinking to snap a pic as the presentation was…read morereally nice. Everything was bright fresh and inviting. But the taste is what really matters and Grilled Sesame Salmon didn't disappoint. Wow!! I thought British food was supposed to be flavorless. The Salmon was both sweet and spicy with the teriyaki bang-bang glaze. The jasmine rice cakes added the perfect amount of crunch and the vegetables were as fresh as they appeared. The pub side of the restaurant feels British with ornate wooden features and sounds of laughter from all around. The bartender are knowledgeable and engaging. Most importantly they made me a proper Makers Mark Manhattan filled to the absolute top of glass to top off an outstanding dinner.

I live in Waldorf and drove the extra 13 minutes to get here while I was in the area because I kept…read morehearing about this place, and it lived up to the hype. Service: 5 stars. There were about 8 people ahead of me and the wait was still pretty quick. They took my order without any hassle and got my food out fast. Ambiance: 4 stars. It's a simple order, grab your food, and go spot, so there are no tables or seating. It was clean inside, though. Food: 5 stars. This is probably the best cheesesteak in this area of Maryland. The meat was actually seasoned and still juicy, and you can see that in my photos. It was piled onto a toasted roll with grilled onions, and the Cooper Sharp cheese brought up the rear and took the flavor to the next level. Every bite was flavorful. If I'm ever in the area again, I'm coming back.

Cheesesteak Co. Review…read more After seeing all the online hype, I had to stop by Cheesesteak Co. while visiting the area. The restaurant itself is pretty small, with only two tables for those who want to sit and eat, so this is definitely more of a grab-and-go spot. They also make homemade cheesecake, but the crown jewel is clearly the cheesesteak. I'd give it a 7.5/10. It's a solid sandwich and definitely good enough to give some Philly and New Jersey cheesesteaks a run for their money, although I wouldn't quite put it in the top tier yet. The service wasn't exactly top-notch during my visit, but the staff did at least smile, which counts for something! Overall: 7.5/10. Worth checking out if you're in the area and looking for a good cheesesteak, especially if you want to judge the hype for yourself.

We stayed in the area and decided to dine here for dinner. There was no wait to be seated and Abby…read morewas our server. She was absolutely fantastic. The decor is relaxing and comfortable. I ordered the rotisserie chicken (white) with green beans and mashed potatoes. Everything was soooo delicious. My daughter got the rattlesnake pasta, which she loved. We highly recommend.

Glenwood's has a really nice ambience and a great atmosphere for a relaxing meal. The live music…read morewas a wonderful touch. It created such a beautiful sound and really added to the overall experience. The service was great as our waitress kept checking on us. As for the food, the salad was just okay, and unfortunately, the cornbread was a little hard and dry. On the brighter side, the deviled eggs were pretty tasty and definitely one of the better items we tried. Overall, the ambience and live entertainment were the highlights of the experience!

Great food Awesome service…read more The staff worked as a team Handicap accessible Be sure to make a reservation It can get a little loud Prices were good Beers were big and cold They do have a full bar

A pleasant taste of Germany in Baltimore. I enjoyed a hearty platter and a Hefeweizen outside in…read morethe beer garden, followed by coffee and dessert. It was a relaxed, satisfying visit with plenty of character. Four stars from me: very good overall, even if there is always a little room to improve. And yes, after travelling from Europe to the US, I somehow ended up ordering German food. No regrets.

Food was delicious, service friendly and attentive. Great ambiance. Nice wine list. Manager and…read morestaff did a fantastic job dealing with a really creepy patron.

5 Stars -- Absolutely Delicious!…read more My three good-good friends/sorority sisters and I celebrated my birthday dinner at Smashing Grapes, and everything was excellent! We started with the buffalo cauliflower, crab dip, mussels, and wings--and every appetizer was a hit. For dinner, we had the lamb T-bone, crab penne pasta, ribeye, and a chicken pasta dish recommended by our waiter, Logan. We finished by sharing the blueberry bread pudding, which was the perfect ending! A special shoutout to Logan, who was AWESOME! He was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and made great recommendations. Great food, great service, and an even better birthday experience with my girls. We will definitely be back!

We had a wonderful experience today! Conrey was so knowledgeable and helped me decide on which…read morepizza I should get. I will definitely return.

Local spot, clean and open, friendly staff, delicious Neapolitan style pizzas and appetizers. Good…read moredrinks selections. Pizzas came out fast, hot, and tasty. Good place to get some yum yum while watching sports games. Highly recommend.

Overall: excellent happy hour, large menu, loud sports bar ambiance, okay service, multi-stall…read moregendered restrooms, and a single stall family inclusive restroom, high chairs and changing table available You really can't beat the happy hour here. The serving sizes are huge for the prices and there are tons of options. The place is huge with indoor and outdoor seating, but there is often a wait even when there are tons of tables open. The food comes out way faster than the drinks which is annoying to me because they have lots of fun drinks and i normally would like to try more than one, but sometimes my drink doesn't come out until I'm almost done my food. They have a huge food and drink menu- plenty to appease everyone. I love the shrimp bowl, tacos, jambalaya, and garlic noodles. We go here often and everything is tasty. Normally I get beer because they have fun selections, but this time I tried a lavender drop cocktail and it was super floral, not too sweet and delicious.

It's good to see familiar faces behind the bar. I actually tried a new dish and yam know how hard…read moreit is for me i do that at a spot I've frequented a lot. I grabbed the apple pie cider since it was sweeter than the guava and they were sold out of the other. I also grabbed the penne vodka fontina chicken dish that was pretty tasty. I love a vodka sauce. Make sure to order extra sauce though and Sean already knew when he asked how it was. I slay tried their truffle fries which had a lot of parm and parsley left in the bowl but we enjoyed dipping them in the vodka sauce.

The Food Market was such a great experience! I absolutely love this place! The food was delicious!…read moreThe lobster fingers and grilled cheese birria were definitely my favorites. The lobster fingers were crispy, flavorful, and so satisfying, while the grilled cheese birria was rich, cheesy, and packed with flavor. I would order both again! (and I have!) The service was friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout my meal. The ambiance was lively, modern, and fun, making it a great place for a night out, date night, or dinner with friends. I'll definitely be back!

I've tried their brunch hour Army Breakfast, Heathbar Pancakes, and Bohemian Raspberry cocktail!…read moreTheir food tastes good, is cooked well, and mildly flavored. I especially enjoyed the Heathbar Pancakes because they were massive, soft, fluffy, and nice to look at. I also enjoyed the complimentary lollipops. The space is medium to large sized, and has indoor/outdoor seating. It's clean, parking is somewhat easy, and customer service is good. Overall, I'd recommend!

Kelsey's is a staple of route 40 Ellicott city area. It's very welcoming and the servers feel like…read moreit's all just a happy family. It's one of the only Irish pubs in the area. The food is decent. I got a veggie bowl. I was disappointed in the amount of steak I got as an add on to my bowl, but it was still good. My son's chicken tenders were home made and delicious, but as a kid, he did not appreciate that. lol. I know that the Irish classics there are great, but they are not my regular order. My husband LOVES the Ruben. If you drink, this is also just an awesome bar to hang out at. Sometimes they have live music and plenty of just friendly faces.

Nine of us decided on American food, so we searched around and chose this restaurant because my…read moremother‑in‑law loves crab cakes. She always says most places don't make good ones, so she was hesitant to try them here. We ordered Irish egg rolls, crab bakes, crab cakes, shepherd's pie, mac and cheese with chicken, Reubens, and more. Every single one of us loved the meal, and my in‑laws told me this restaurant is the best. Thank you for a wonderful dinner and excellent service. And I absolutely love the cloth napkins!