Showroom is one of those rare restaurants where you can see leadership in the details. The food is…read moreexcellent, but what impressed me most was how well the whole experience comes together. Nothing feels random. A few standouts: the Shrimp and Grits were terrific, the Chicken Pot Pie Fritters were creative without trying too hard, and the Chicken & Waffles absolutely delivered. I also love that the Family Meal Fried Chicken is Bryan Voltaggio's recipe. That kind of connection to a clear point of view matters. A lot of restaurants can make a good dish. Far fewer can build a place where the food, service, atmosphere, and execution all line up. Showroom does that, and Frederick is better for it.

I love this place! It's a cozy, rustic, farm vibe with elegance. I love the aesthetic and…read moreatmosphere of this place. The service was good. The Chicken pot pie fritters were so good, lovedddddd these! It didn't need the sauce though but it was still a pleasant addition to the fritter. The pimento cheese plate with pickles and biscuit was quite the perfect and delicious pairing. I wouldn't have never thought I'd love the combination! The reuben was absolutely deliciously perfect and the fries that came alongside were fresh and absolutely delicious. You can't go wrong with the Mac and cheese either. Very good! I truly loved every single thing we ordered. I was impressed to say the least. Everything was perfectly and thoughtfully flavored. There was nothing that was overpowering. What a delicious and wonderful meal!

A very nice Cajun style seafood restaurant. Good service was quick to refill drinks and make sure…read moreeverything was satisfactory. Ambience is casual and roomy even during peak service. A bit noisy for me to hear a conversation easily. The food was excellent. I tried the seafood jambalaya with had fish, scallops shrimp and spicy sausage with Cajun seasoning over brown rice. The fish was flaky and scallops and shrimp were sweet and perfectly cooked. I appreciated that the server made sure I understood that it was going to be spicy which it was but not unbearably so (I like mildly spicy to medium spicy). I loved the spinach crab dip appetizer. It was creamy and hot and delicious. The hushpuppies, of you are a hushpuppy fan were a must order. The arrived hot and very crisp coating with a moist interior. They come with a honey butter which really put them over the top. My spice got the grilled shrimp with shoestring potatoes. The shrimp were grilled perfectly with just the right amount of seasoning. Reservations are recommended for peak service times. There plenty of parking in the back if the lot in front is full.

The bartender Caroline was showing some superb hustle that I would definitely hire if I still had a…read morebusiness. She's been behind the bar for three weeks and is obviously an asset not just for her hustle but for maintaining a positive attitude during a rush that the restaurant is still training to cope with. Kudos girl The fried fish was terrific although the fries needed more time in the fryer. The sweet potato fries were excellent. The Cole slaw was delicious I even liked the tartar sauce. I had a seltzer from RAK honey lavender quite tasty. The new management is trying to offer the local products and it's the right direction. I believe this place has lots of potential and I look forward to my next visit when I hope to give more stars.

I love this place! We came here on a lazy snowy Saturday right as it opened, and we got a great…read moretable right by the window. It filled up fast, and there was a lively bar crowd, and also an engagement party celebration upstairs. All of the servers were so friendly, and happy to share their favorite dishes and beers, etc. We started with the wings, which were great, and then we had the house salad with salmon and the burger and fries. OK, I did not order the burger and fries, but my boyfriend did, and I ate half the fries on his plate, they were that good! Great, friendly, with generous pours for wine, and just a really friendly, great place with perfect food for a winter day. I wish I could find a place like this in Washington, DC.

Was in Frederick, Maryland for a work trip and a coworker suggested hooch and banter. It's a small…read morerestaurant, but they were able to accommodate us without a reservation. The server was great very attentive and patient as we ask lots of questions about the menu. They have a new burger item every week so we all tried that it was a Smashburger with crab on top pretty good and very big. They had an option to upgrade the truffle fries which we did and the fries were great. Would definitely come back if I was ever in town again to try something new.

Black Hog BBQ is the real deal. From the moment I walked in, the smell of smoked meat hit me in the…read morebest way. The vibe was welcoming and the staff was helpful and quick to take my order. I ordered the pulled pork and ribs with a side of mac and cheese and collard greens. Everything was absolutely delicious. The meat was tender, smoky, and full of flavor. You could taste that it had been slow-cooked with care. The mac and cheese was creamy and rich, and the collard greens had the perfect balance of seasoning and tang. Portions were generous and the food came out hot and fresh. The sauces were also a standout. I tried a couple of them and each one brought a different kick that paired perfectly with the meat. If you love good barbecue and want a place that delivers on both taste and service, Black Hog BBQ is it. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in town.

I stopped in to Black Hog BBQ after being in the area for work and was excited to finally visit…read more This is a business I have been hearing about for nearly 2 years and have been wanting to check out. I was generous and rounded my review up to 4 stars but a 3.5 star review is more accurate of this restaurant. The restaurant is clean and bright, has plenty of seating, rooftop outdoor space, and a private parking lot. The staff were friendly and attentive and were happy to give recommendations on what to order. I ordered the two meat platter picking brisket and Arkansas brisket (burnt ends). Food came out fast and was fresh. All the meat was wonderfully cooked (having lived in OK and TX I am particular about bbq). I would have liked a little more "bark" on the brisket but that's a personal preference. The MD baked beans were one of my sides and they were impressive. Good flavor with some spice to them but they did have ZERO smoke taste. The Mac and Cheese also had ZERO smoke taste, was not hot, and lacked the creaminess I was looking for. I would not recommend the Mac and cheese. Corn bread was dry... no surprise there. In summary - the meats are good, the sides are hit and miss. I would like to see them offer a 3 or 4 meat meal option so an individual could really sample the menu.

First time dinning. Great experience, wonderful staff, and food came out hot and fresh!read more

Everything at Mays is delicious. Prices for real -fresh seafood is a fraction of what the "Fed"…read morechain sells it for. Friendly staff... clean establishment and awesome dishes. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Go there... Do it!

Let's start with the food...If under cooked scrambled eggs is your thing, this is the place for…read moreyou. The waitress did bring new eggs but, these scrambled eggs were over cooked. One thing is for sure here, leave the eggs off the plate. Zooming into the best item I had, THE PANCAKES! They had a slight crisp to the outside. They were fluffy enough to have my taste buds pleased. I enjoyed every bite. I should have asked for orange juice but no, I wanted to try something different. Well that southern half and half drink was too bitter. Definitely not something I'd ever order again. My last issue would be the country ham. I enjoy every ham because it juicy and delicious. No, not this ham. It was dry and unpleasant. No more ham for any future order. I love the seating. It was clean and neat in the place. The pictures on the wall are unique. I would come back, however this gave me a better picture of what not to order. One last thing, our waitress was great. We were seated quickly and it was pleasantly quiet with a full dining area.

Them biscuits were very good and the bathroom was very clean, I just wish they'd use the fireplace…read moremore for the mood

This truck is fire!!! It's truly food for your soul! I've had the fried chicken, fried fish, half…read moresmoke, corn on the cobb, baked beans, collard greens, mac and cheese, pulled pork, pulled chicken and it's all good! If you don't try this, you'll be missing out

Please come to 8560 Progress Drive. This is the address of the Advanced Technology Research…read moreFacility of the NCI, and hundreds of scientists and support staff work here. There is no palatable food available and the closest restaurant is miles away. You will probably not be allowed to access the parking lot, but if someone on your crew arrives early, say 7 AM, they could scope out a parking spot on the road just outside of the visitor entrance. I KNOW employees would crowd out there after decent food around lunch time. Best wishes, David Waugh, Ph.D.

We absolutely love Vintage! Fantastic atmosphere, particularly at the bar. The bar tenders are…read morealways attentive and they make fabulous drinks. The food is always delicious. I do wish they would switch up their menu from time to time but that's only because we go here a fair amount. Definitely recommend for a date night and dinner with friends.

Ordered food via Door Dash which arrived lukewarm at best, soggy fries, buns wet from condensation…read more I suppose this is the challenge with takeout/delivery, but the order didn't have far to travel. More than the quality of the delivery was the sad, greasy, and tasteless sandwich they have the audacity to name a "Banh mi". A lackluster amount of flavorless and dry meat, zero pickled vegetables or anything fresh, a soggy from butter bun. Nothing even remotely resembled a banh mi. This was awful and I couldn't justify eating the soppy bread.

I was impressed to say the least. The place feels like a dive bar and you wouldn't expect the food…read moreto be good, but it truly was made to impress. The place it self is slightly dark, and not too aesthetically pleasing but don't let that deter you! The place was packed and there was a wait during brunch hours, and that's how you know people frequent this spot. The service was excellent, our server was very attentive and friendly. The shrimp and grits were phenomenal. I was so impressed. Very flavorful. I would surely come back to try other food.

I was meeting up with an old friend and we decided to get brunch on a weekday so we picked Café…read moreNola. Once we arrived we were seated within a couple minutes of arriving, and the waitress was very nice and attentive to our orders and the timing of our meal. The restaurant was very lively with other customers, and it really gave off a café feel with the decor. I ordered a French toast with an orange juice and the French toast was exceptional. It was nice and crisp went outside and fluffy on the inside and a side of bacon eggs were cooked well Also it came with like an apple jam and syrup. I liked the syrup in an apple jam brought a nice sweetness to the French toast if you didn't want to use the syrup. For a brunch spot I highly recommend this restaurant. I can't wait to go back and try more of their menu.