Barrel 9 is a cozy spot that leans heavily into a light, community-focused atmosphere. The space is…read moredecorated with cute, sassy wine placards (like "Wine Takes the WITCH right out of ME!"), which sets a relaxed tone. The restaurant has been open for four years, but the owners have run the liquor store next door for the past 17+ years. Because of this connection, they sell their wine at the same prices, making the selection and value outstanding.   THE SERVICE * The team graciously accommodated our group of seven. One of the staff was initially a little grumpy because we arrived late due to work commitments (my sincere apologies for that!), but our primary server, Kaytlyn, was friendly and offered excellent recommendations. The bartender, Christine, also took care of us. A major highlight of the night was chatting with Carolyn (owner/cook) and Mike (owner). They are both personable and do a great job cultivating an open, welcoming environment.   THE FOOD & DRINK We ordered a fair number of appetizers for the table, all of which were quite tasty: * Deviled Eggs: A favorite among the table! The addition of horseradish provided a perfectly subtle and delicious kick. * Charcuterie Board for Two: A great, classic grazing option. * Flatbreads: We tried both the Brie & Bacon and the Italian flatbreads, and both were solid. * Smoked Salmon Crostini: A lighter bite. * Spinesto Pomodoro Dip: Flavorful and great for sharing. * Moroccan Spiced Lamb Sliders: Well-seasoned and portioned. * Adelsheim Pinot Noir, Greenwing Cabernet: Two standouts with great value given the retail pricing structure.   OVERALL While the food was thoroughly enjoyable, it was the excellent wine value and the warm conversations with the staff and fellow customers that stole the show. Barrel 9 is a friendly and community-centric place to spend an evening.

Best whiskey selection in southern Maryland (by far). Awesome staff and great food too!read more

If you are looking for a place to have a great quality steak, a special occasion meal, or just a…read morenice meal with creative cocktails and a n extensive wine list, then this is the place. The restaurant is not huge and they have managed to get a good number of tables which as you walk through the restaurant can feel a bit cramped. When seated it doesn't feel as crowded even though the tables are close together. It is more of a challenge for the servers to navigate. The restaurant has a rustic atmosphere with exposed brick and wood. There is not much room inside if you are waiting to be seated and they will maintain a waitlist for seats at the bar. I do like that the people working the host stand will take a drink order and a server will bring your drinks while you are waiting and that will be added to your table bill so no need to worry about paying separately for the drinks. The food is very good but most entrees are a-la-carte. Prices are high but not outrageous for quality steak cuts. The wine list is extensive but most of the bottle prices are very high. There are wines available by the glass.

I entered the restaurant at approximately 4:00 p.m. after standing outside in the heat. There was…read morealready a long line of guests waiting at the bar, so I was pleased to be seated promptly. Upon entering, I informed the hostess that I had a reservation, and I was then escorted to my table. Shortly thereafter, Trevor came over to introduce himself. I advised him that Merlot is my preferred wine, and he graciously showed me the available Merlot selections. I chose a half-bottle of Duckhorn. For my meal, Trevor recommended the steak and the soup. Both were delicious. The soup was excellent, and the mashed potatoes were clearly homemade, which was a nice touch. My only disappointment was that the steak was heavily charred--almost blackened. I was also surprised that the entrée was not accompanied by a vegetable. Despite those minor shortcomings, the meal was delicious, and Trevor provided excellent service throughout the evening. In fact, I suspect that because of the overly charred steak, the restaurant generously comped my coffee, which was a very thoughtful gesture. Overall, this was a very enjoyable dining experience. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and Trevor's knowledge and attentiveness contributed significantly to my positive experience.

Crab cakes are delicious. Nice bar outside with view of water and good selection of beerread more

This was my first time visiting Solomons Island, and I'm so glad I chose The Lighthouse Restaurant!…read moreI was looking for fresh seafood with a nice waterfront view, and this restaurant did not disappoint. There is parking conveniently located near the restaurant, so you don't have to worry about finding street parking. The restaurant was very clean and offered indoor and outdoor seating, along with an indoor bar area. There is also an ATM on-site. I looked at the menu ahead of time and already knew I wanted the Ultimate Seafood Platter, mainly because it included a crab cake. We also ordered oysters as an appetizer, and they were absolutely delicious and incredibly fresh. Hands down, this was some of the best seafood I've had from a restaurant in a long time. The scallops were plump and juicy, and the fish portion was very generous. I'm usually nervous when a crab cake is included as part of a platter because I expect something small or previously frozen.That was definitely not the case here. The crab cake was a great size and tasted fresh. They offer a traditional version and an "angry" version. I ordered the angry crab cake, and it was seasoned to perfection. The other person with me ordered the seafood pasta, and it was just as impressive. The Alfredo sauce was delicious, with plump scallops, juicy shrimp, and a generous portion of pasta. It also came with amazing rustic, buttery toasted bread. The waitstaff was great, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the waterfront view made the experience even better. If you're looking for fresh, delicious seafood with a beautiful view in Solomons Island, I highly, highly recommend The Lighthouse Restaurant!

This is a charming winery in Southern Maryland with a great selection of whites, reds, rosés, and…read moresangrias. I enjoyed every one I tried! The staff is super friendly and helpful, and their event rentals are reasonably priced. There's lots of space inside and out, and you can even bring your own food and decorations! If you're looking for a spot for a bridal shower, baby shower, birthday party, etc..... this is it!

Great winery! We got to have a tasting with one of the owners and tried 5 different wines from…read moretheir menu.

Very nice place! The staff was very accommodating. We were close to closing and felt welcomed like…read morewe were the first people there. We were provided bread to start. It wasn't warm, but it was soft. It was served with an olive oil. Our table ordered the steak, four cheese ravioli, Caesar salad and pasta with butter for the kids. Everything was extremely well! We liked the pasta with butter the best and that was for the kids! Lol. The wine is charged by the ounce. It's almost like a tasting of wines where you can pour it yourself. It was great to allow a chance to try a variety of wines. We stopped in our way to the beach and would like to make it a staple! The steak is not served every night. It is a Thursday-Sunday serving, so it's best to check the special mains as it's not a staple item on the menu.

We came here after a recommendation for elevated dining that was also welcoming to kids. Overall,…read morethe restaurant has a lot of potential, but our experience didn't quite meet our expectations. We had called ahead and requested a booth, which was confirmed, but unfortunately that wasn't accommodated when we arrived. Our server was very nice, though she seemed a bit distracted while taking our order. Our sommelier gave great recommendations, but after the first pour, quite some time passed and we eventually poured the wine ourselves. The atmosphere is lovely--clean, comfortable, and upscale while still casual enough for families. For the food, I enjoyed the Caesar salad with anchovies. The lobster risotto was a miss for us--the risotto wasn't cooked quite right and the lobster was slightly overcooked. The scallops, however, were delicious! They also made buttered pasta for the kids, which they loved. The sommelier at the end really helped turn things around. The dessert wine we wanted wasn't available, so he graciously offered us complimentary wines instead--a very thoughtful touch. Overall, a nice restaurant with a lot of potential. I just wish the food had been a little more consistent and the service more attentive.

This is an offshoot of Curio Wine Bar, and some friends and I had dinner there last night. I have…read moreto say, the experience was fantastic. We started with the bread assortment, which included flatbreads, rolls, dipping sauces, and butter. We also tried the fried artichoke leaves--they were perfectly crisp, tender, and delicious. For my entrée, I had the branzino with crispy skin, and it was cooked to perfection. The combination of lemon, herbs, and capers worked beautifully, and the fish practically melted in your mouth. They just opened and are still working out a few of the inevitable kinks that come with a new restaurant, but when it comes to the food, they absolutely hit the bullseye. Definitely worth checking out.

4/17/2026 What a…read moregreat find! The Curio Staff was welcoming and friendly, from the gentleman serving as a "doorman" of sorts to the counter staff. I had just come from a hair appointment down the street and on my way back to my car, I noticed Sangria advertised on the mini sandwich board outside. I'm a HUGE fan of a glass of fruity Sangria on a hot day! The fact that it was Happy Hour with $5 glasses made it even easier to draw me inside!! When I explained this was my first visit, they explained the Curio concept, the various areas for sitting, sipping and gathering as well as the Curio Card process. They even had a small but really intriguing menu of various snacks, from charcuterie to flatbread and even dessert. The menu changes a couple times a month, making me want to plan more visits! The staff offered me sips of each so I could decide on a Sangria flavor. Despite not being a Moscato fan, I chose the Moscato Mule Sangria. It was light, refreshing and had the Moscow Mule flavors with the added sweetness of Moscato wine. I wandered into the cellar to explore more wine offerings and wound up running into fellow educators and their friends I had never met. We chatted like we were catching up and laughed about shared birthdays and teaching!! They invited me to hang with them, but I had to get home for Dog Mom Duty. We exchanged numbers so we could plan another "run-in" downtown SOON! If you haven't visited Curio, I HIGHLY recommend it. Bring a friend, or plan on making a few. Next time, I'll be ordering food with my wine and lingering much longer! Thanks for a great end to my week. See y'all soon! Cheers!

The food is DELISH! Don't sleep on this place. We enjoyed the elote & blanco pizzaiolo. Both were…read morefantastic. Really enjoyed the datilles con tocino. Incredible! Loved the vibe of the place and food was so good, we will for sure be back!

Great tapas here in Fredericksburg. Nice view along with attentive staff. I appreciate them…read moredealing with our family lol we were kind of disruptive and brought a cake. Fortunately there was a cake fee that we were not hesitant to pay. Not gonna lie the paella was really good and crunchy. Great pizzas, corn pizza, along with the squash pizza was very flavorful. Tops were the best! I love dates with me because it's Savory and sweet at the same time.

My friend and I met up at WineStyles and neither of us knew what to expect. Turns out it is a solid…read morespot! It is a wine shop connected to a restaurant. You can order food and/or drinks off the restaurant menu or elect to go shopping for a bottle in the wine shop, which we did. Our server was friendly and attentive. It was pretty empty as we were there on a weekday afternoon (not complaining!) but I could see this place getting more lively on the weekends.

Just attended a packed Italian wine dinner at Winestyles. If you haven't been, you need to make it…read morefor thr next one. Perfect pairing of wine with appetizer, two mains and a dessert. Always well attended. Shout out to Arthur and Cher Michael as well as Fabio for the wines. Can't wait for the next one.

Happy Hour 3pm -5:30pm convenient location, we went around…read more4pm and there's no wait to be seated. good price, adequate selections, attentive service. and you can sit any where to enjoy it, ( not like other restaurants made it had to sit by the bar area) pretzel bread will only be served upon request, they will not just automatically bring it to your table. parking on the street or nearby garage. high walking score. foodies of @WineDinenVacay had a wonderful time, and highly recommend.

Dinner at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant is always a treat! This visit was another great…read moreexperience filled with good food, wine, family, and friends you really can't go wrong. The soup and salad were delicious, and the grouper was absolutely amazing. Everything was flavorful and well prepared. Our waitress was awesome and truly went above and beyond for our table. She was attentive, friendly, and even helped us get our wine, which made the evening that much more enjoyable. Great food, great wine, and even better company. Cooper's Hawk continues to be a favorite and a place I'm always happy to recommend!

Been here twice now and the service is 10/10. Tyler and Megan are both very helpful and make you…read morefeel welcome. Even if you don't know exactly what you love, they'll curate something for you based on what you tell them you prefer. Wine is delicious. Small little spot at the beach. Seconds from the board walk and bay views.

Astonishing service, presentation, customization and value. Great cheeses and charcuterie with…read moreexcellent wine selection. Ownership from CIA Hyde Park is a treasure