Food was good, service was good, prices were actually better than expected…read more We went after mass on Saturday evening. My wife said it was pretty good food, but also a bit expensive (her work had brought some food in from there previously). She ordered the fish & chips, I had a bacon cheeseburger. Food was great, good portion size, tasted like it should. The only thing that was even slightly negative was that I ordered a Stone Hazy IPA, and it was only 12 oz. Generally expect a full pint when it's on tap... 12 oz is for cans. But with two beers (wife ordered a cider that was really good) and two entrees, the whole meal was still only $46, before tip. So it ended up being a good value.

We made the 25 minutes drive from our hotel in Piney Point to Pax River Ale House. Easy to get to…read more Ample parking but parking lot was a bit dark. We were seated in a booth by the bar. Wait staff was friendly. We ordered crab cake, she crab soup, fish and chips, cheese pizza, and draft beers. Crab cake at $33 was a good size, with healthy lumps here and there, and well seasoned. The sides of slaw and fingerling potatoes that came with it were good. Pizza was cheesy with good crust. The she crab soup could use a little more crab meat, and peas and carrots BUT the fish and chips was underwhelming and could use more seasonings and less time in the frying pan. It was just dry to my taste (meh) and the 2 pieces were small. The side garden salad that came with it were flimsy shreds of iceberg and 3 overripe and soft cherry tomatoes.

Amazing wings, service, and drinks. this place it actually awesome and one of the few good places…read morein the L town square.

I love coming to OTP! I enjoy coming here every few months and honestly if it were closer to me I…read morewould go more often. It's located in St. Mary's in the quaint scenic town of Leonardtown. OTP has their own parking lot and there's also lots of street parking. The fills up fast on the weekends but there's plenty of seating in the main dining area, a separate dining area, and covered outdoor seating as well. I've loved almost everything I've tried. Last night I ordered the chicken tenders, a simple win . The bbq flatbread is definitely one of my favorites and highly recommended. The chicken pesto sandwich is also A1, and a great portion size. The bar tenders are always friendly and service is always great. I have never had a bad experience here. Great local spot and definitely another hidden gem of Southern Maryland. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. Bonus tips: The seasonal desserts never disappoint! Great for watching big games/sporting events ‍‍ Date night friendly. The town is "walkable" and situated near other local eateries, bars, coffe shops, and a waterfront area.

Relaxing. Sometimes not so noisy. Food is very good…read more Doable within my budget. Staff is always friendly.

We visited on a Monday for lunch…read more There was plenty of parking and we were able to walk in and be seated right away. When we first arrived we were the only ones in that section, and it was nice, but as more people came throughout the meal it got very loud inside. We ordered the fried green tomatoes as an appetizer for the table to share. This was the first time I've ever had them served this way with the rice and spinach, but it was a pretty good combination. I had the scallop risotto, it was a bit pricey for what you get, but not bad. The mixed drinks were just ok. While we were there they were repairing the wheelchair ramp, so a brand new one should be installed now.

After church, we wanted to stay in Solomons and have lunch. We were originally gonna go to one…read moreplace, but it turned out they are closed on Sunday, so decided to try The Pier. Everyone was friendly and we were able to be seated right away. It's right on the water, so we could see Pax River right from our booth. They offered outdoor seating, but it was almost 90 degrees out, so we opted for indoor. There was a very good selection of food items available, plus with it being Sunday, they had brunch going on as well. We decided to not do brunch; since we were going to a seafood restaurant we didn't really want breakfast foods (bacon, eggs, sausage, waffles, etc). I got shrimp tacos and my wife got the Captain's Platter (4 breaded shrimp and 2 mini crab cakes, plus sides). Meals were very good. A little pricey, but that's to be expected with seafood. Will definitely come back again. Perhaps we'll come earlier in the day on Sunday and actually do the brunch buffet.

Third time's a charm! I hadn't been here in over 15 years and remembered it as a solid 3/5, so when…read morea few friends and I rode down to Southern Maryland for a scenic lunch trip, I told them to manage their expectations. I couldn't have been more wrong. The service was fantastic despite a busy floor, and the food was on another level. The shrimp tacos got two thumbs up, the hushpuppies with cinnamon butter were spot-on, and the chicken tenders were hands-down the best we've ever tasted--crispy on the outside, insanely juicy on the inside, and massive portions. Couldn't be happier with our experience. We're already planning our next ride down!

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

What an excellent addition to Southern Maryland and SOF! Brudergarten is fun, lively, and a great…read moreway to experience some local brews. I love the atmosphere here. Outside you can find cornhole and other outdoor games, as well as fun patio furniture and a setup for live music. Inside there are shuffleboard tables, and very friendly staff! The bartenders are knowledgeable about the drinks available and happy to make you something unique. I love finding new and interesting beers here! I cannot recommend this place enough for a fun night with friends, a casual hangout, or a way to meet new people. Come on by whenever you can!

So so. Customer service was trash. There was a lady named Amy and her attitude was garbage. They…read moreclosed the kitchen early and even though karaoke was still going on. Nothing is worse than sitting at a bar drinking and the staff cleaning up early because they want to leave. Never again.

An interesting visit. I think it would be great to experience this venue at night with live music,…read morebut our visit on a kinda slow Saturday afternoon wasn't as thrilling. Even though it wasn't busy, service definitely operated on "island time" slowness. Only one bartender was working the main bar and associated tables. He was doing his best, but it was a lot. It took 20 mins to receive a blended drink, which had to apparently be made at a different bar. Food was not great. The ahi tuna bowl was overcooked and the house-made shrimp and crab egg rolls tasted like a crab cake. Drinks were tasty and strong. The clientele was interesting--since we had to order at the bar, we got up from our table and ordered two feet away at the bar. While standing next to the bar, two women who were sitting at the bar stole our silverware off our table because they didn't have any. We called them out on it but the one said "you can get more." Major side-eye. Music genre was mostly country. So a mixed visit. Parking tip--go past the main entrance and make the next right down a gravel road past the inn that looks like a driveway. Follow it around and there is parking in the back on a grass lot.

Today is my mom's birthday and I was thoroughly impressed with your staff today. She can be very…read moreparticular about her dining experiences and you all accommodated her superbly. The blonde hostess was welcoming and gave us a friendly greeting. She sat us outside and with good shade for my doggo. Andre, our server, was attentive to all our needs and exceeded expectations. He gave us plenty of time to decide on drinks and food. He also gave us plenty of water and ice to cool my fur baby down which I greatly appreciated. The drinks were solid. I will say the frozen pina colada was super strong and I wish it had more of the coconut tropical taste. It was definitely a cool down drink though. My mom likes strong drinks so keep at it! We had the honey old bay wings to start which were absolutely a must try! Very crisp and tasty! I ordered the burger which was tender and tasty. My mom had the chicken wrap at first but she had to send it back as she did not want ranch on it. Seeing that made her stomach turn (not ya'll fault, she had food poisoning yesterday, doesn't eat dairy, and wasn't too hungry). We ordered a plate of wings again to satisfy her and it overall was a nice outing. Andre and the staff were very attentive and I would highly recommend anyone try this hidden gem. Extra kudos to Andre though. Bro is an absolute gentleman and please let him know he is a star server in my eyes. I have been coming for two years! Thanks again!

Love what they've done. Bartender was very friendly. The bar itself is cozy and a place to sit and…read moretalk with friends. The place next door serves amazing food so grab a bite and relax. I can't wait to go back

The atmosphere is appropriate even if the decorations are somewhat sparse. The employees are all…read morevery courteous and want to make customers happy. Unfortunately, they have many opportunities to apologize, make amends, offer extra food as compensation, etc., as many of their drink and food menu offerings are shockingly inadequate. Wine lovers, consider pre-gaming before attempting to sip the offerings from the Pub. Beer lovers are in luck, as there are often a few decent (seasonal) options. Food lovers, you also should consider pre-gaming (i.e., eating enough to sate your hunger, drinking enough to dull your sense of taste) before eating anything at the Pub. The portions are small and the quality is... moderate at best. I recently ordered a "hummus plate" expecting a large dollop of hummus surrounded by a variety of veggies and pita bread. I got a LOT of celery and cucumbers, some carrots, and about a half-pita's worth of pita triangles all accompanied by a container of hummus so small that a child could fit the entire thing in his mouth. Maybe I'm spoiled by those hummus containers you can buy at the store for less than $5, but if I'm paying $5.50 for a hummus platter, I'd like at least enough hummus to get some on each item in the platter. The wings were surprisingly acceptable, if a tad small.