Came here to dine one night and had the beef & barley soup, Chesapeake Pasta, and Smith Island cake. The Barley soup was average nothing amazing. The server informed me over half an hour later that the order for pasta didn't make it to the kitchen and put in a rush order, came out within 10 minutes and I think the manager served it. Chesapeake pasta was really delicious, the shrimp was well cooked, but sadly not a lot of crab, but overall good. The Smith Island cake was also good, it was the red velvet flavor, not too dry but wasn't as moist as I'd hope it'd be. The cake wasn't overly sweet which I've enjoyed immensely, hate overly sweetened cake/frosting. The pasta was definitely worth it on the half price pasta Wednesday special and might comeback and try some of the other pastas. read more

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Went to happy hour on cinco de mayo. It was quiet and laid back. Mary made a mean old fashioned. Definitely will return read more

had dinner there on the evening of 4/22 to celebrate my daughter's birthday. We had a great experience. The food was good and our server Chayla was prompt and on top of things making sure that we were having a good time. The restaurant has a nice layout and is in a nice area. We'll be back. JD read more

Last week we had the wonderful opportunity of having brunch at your lovely establishment. I just wanted to take a moment to mention the wonderful service we received from Chayla. She is an absolute asset to your lovely restaurant. The food was great and Chayla made a lasting impression on us. We'll be back soon to dine again. Rob and Kate Leesburg, VA read more

Some girlfriends and I had a long overdue dinner planned and we chose Blackwall Barn & Lodge. It was our first time there. The ambience was really cool. The outside was like a country barn. The inside is definitely a lodge setting. Very cool. Two friends split a bottle of wine and the other two had the peach iced teas. Very tasty. The food was really good. The brussel sprouts were a great way to start the meal. The apple salads were delicious! We also ordered different pizzas. The mushroom and arugula was a hit. Just wished the bottom was cooked a bit longer. One friend had the french onion soup but said it was "okay." From the look of it, the soup sat under the broiler too long as parts of the cheese were clearly burnt. The chocolate peanut butter pie was a great way to end the evening. We highly recommend making a reservation to dine here. One of our friends wouldn't be seated because she couldn't remember the name the reservation was under. The hostesses were not too nice with her. The service was rather slow but there was plenty of staff. We saw other servers far more often than we saw our own. He would take a lot of time to take our drink and appetizer orders. Then take a long time to return with water. The staff also wasn't great about pulling plates and glasses away to make room for the salads and entrees. Our biggest issue was the bill. Watch for it. If you use a credit card, you will pay extra. So plan on taking cash if additional charges bother you. We used debit cards and they put an additional charge on the receipt. My receipt specifically said that it was a debit charge and the additional fee was added. What irked me the most was that I specifically asked the server to make sure a debit card was going to ring up as a cash payment. I told him that I'd pay cash if the charge was added to debit purchases. He said he would come back to let us know so I could give him cash. He took so long and didn't come back until the charges were on out receipts. He never came back to tell us about the additional charges. We were very disappointed with that. Given the current economic environment, it would've been nice to know the debit card/charge card situation. (We read the really fine print at the bottom of the menu). More moreover it would've been better customer service if our server listened to our request, rather than ignore it. read more

Went here last year and had a very positive experience. My parents were meeting my boyfriend for the first time formally and this restaurant did a wonderful job having the whole experience come together. Food was exceptional and they offered good portion sizes. Service was also outstanding as they checked on my family and I regularly. It's a semi-casual vibe but there's definitely a possibility to make it more formal. I would happily return back here just to have a casual night out with friends or family. Overall, wonderful experience. read more

I went here last night to celebrate my wedding anniversary. I've been here a few times before with girlfriends and for brunch. But it's losing something now. First of all this restaurant is gorgeous inside. The set up is absolutely lovely! Our server, Kayla, was wonderful! She was friendly and intuitive. She checked in us often. The food was good but it could have been better. I had the Chesapeake pasta while my husband had a dinner salad (I can't recall the name). The pasta was delicious but it needed salt. I had a lemonade and ice tea with a $6 shot of vodka but I couldn't taste any liquor. I also ordered the Smith Island cake for dessert. It tasted dry. I could tell it had come from a refrigerator. That was disappointing. But overall I like this restaurant. I recommend you go and enjoy yourself. Skip dessert and the cocktail. read more

This was my first time at Blackwall Barn & Lodge and I was a bit disappointed. We were a larger group of 12 and we waited for about an hour for our order to be taken. I never got a refill nor did anybody come by to get anybody more water. I ordered the french onion soup and the vegan pasta. The soup had almost no liquid in it but tasted good and the pasta was doused in pepper. I liked it but if you are sensitive to spices, that could be an issue. I talked to several others that said that their food was good but could have been better and the service could have been a lot better for sure. The restaurant has a nice ambiance. read more

Had always been curious about this place and really wanted to love it because it's so pretty from the outside. Loved the artwork and decor of the inside of the restaurant. Overall, the food was fine but very salty and heavy. The portions are large. Peach lemonade is sweet. Though the cheese used on the French onion soup was melty and hot, it tasted off - similar to a mozzarella cheese rather than a Gruyère. Meal was too expensive for what you get. Service is friendly but not the above and beyond for what you'd expect at the price range (e.g. brushing crumbs mid meal). We ordered appetizers and entrees, but they delivered everything at once. Would have appreciated more staggered delivery (appetizers first, and then entrees after we finish). We were celebrating a wedding anniversary and there was verbal acknowledgment of "congratulations" whereas other restaurants may have comped a dessert. read more

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We have been back a few times over the last year, and the food and service were okay. Our last visit was for dinner around 7 pm on a Wednesday night, and we were seated quickly since we had a reservation, but that was the only good part of the evening. The restaurant wasn't busy, and we ordered drinks right away, but they took forever to be served to us. The food was horrible. The lemon chicken linguine consisted of hundreds of small pieces of broken overcooked pasta, swimming in a pool of butter sauce like a soup, with a very small serving of chopped chicken, and the chef used the bottoms of the asparagus stalks in the pasta which were so hard and stringy that they could not be chewed. The crab cake was very wet and mushy, and tasted more like fish than crab, sort of as if a watery crab dip with too much filler was used to make the crab cake, just a very strange consistency for a crab cake. The pickle served alongside the crab cake was not edible, because the skin on the pickle was very thick and plastic-like, not even able to be cut with a knife. The only items that were okay were the kids cheese pizza and the fries. We let the server know about the issues with the food, even noting that we could not eat most of it, showing her the broken pasta soup, un-chewable food, and watery crab cake, and she did not seem to care at all - just said "oh okay", took the uneaten food away, and left. I was fully expecting her to send a manager over, but that never happened. I was shocked at the horrible food and poor service, especially given the amount we paid and tipped for the meal. read more

This was my third visit here, and I have never although given less than four stars, today I have to go with three, mainly because of the food service. My daughter and I came for dinner (our second visit together). I ordered the Original Greek Salad and added salmon for an additional $14 (I'll get to that in a moment). My daughter ordered the French onion soup and the Chesapeake. Unfortunately, by 7:30 p.m. on a Sunday, they were out of all appetizers except the wings ‍. We sat at the bar at 7:27 p.m. and placed our full order with Zack, who was great. However, we didn't receive our meals until 8:40 p.m., and that was only after I asked about it. I was starving and honestly confused about how a salad with salmon and a seafood pasta dish could take that long. There were no apologies offered, which was disappointing. As for the food itself, my daughter enjoyed her meal, and I did enjoy mine as well. The salmon was seasoned nicely and cooked to my requested medium temperature. However, the portion size for a $14 add on was, quite frankly, insulting. It was extremely small and not proportionate to the cost. Overall, this visit felt subpar and not up to the standard I've come to expect from Blackwall Barn & Lodge Columbia. The restaurant also didn't appear as clean as I've seen it in the past. I'm not sure if it was because it was later in the evening, but this experience was a bit of a letdown. I'm hoping this was just an off night. read more

Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Very small and expensive piece of salmon. - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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We came here for date night. This was our first visit to this location. We have dined at the Gambrills location years ago and thought this spot would be just as nice as the other location. I tried to book a reservation, which is probably suggested and could not and took a chance that we will be seated. Upon arrival, we were immediately greeted and asked if we had a reservation, but we advised them we did not have a reservation but would like a table for two. We were advised to wait for the hostess and as soon as she returned, we were able to be seated. This location is not as big as the Gambrills location, but plenty of space to host a big party, which we noticed that was being set up for a 25th birthday party. We were advised that our server would be with us shortly and given menus. When our server arrived, she immediately walked us through the menu and specials. She gave us a moment to look over the menu while she got us water. Upon her return, we placed our order. Hubby had the Chesapeake pasta, and I had the Lemon Chicken Linguine. After a few minutes, our food was served. We got to taste each other's food. I really liked hubby choice. However, I was not that thrilled with mine, but I did eat it- it was kind of watery, I thought the sauce would be creamy like hubby's dish. After dinner,we ordered dessert, hubby had the cinnamon bread pudding, where I had the berry cobbler. Both were good in my eyes. Now, this is where I was a little taken aback once the check came. There is a extra charge of you pay using your card vs paying with cash. The unchanged left a sour taste in my mouth. But what can you do ‍. Overall, the dining experience was fair. read more

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I came here for a belated bday lunch with a gf. This was my first visit and a pleasant experience. Our server, Crystal (fire red hair) gave us excellent service. This is a relaxed, yet refined environment - pretty quiet. We had espresso martinis and sparkling lemon water to start. My gf's Caesar salad was a great size and we both enjoyed the Brussels (hers had bacon, mine did not). I recommend you try the Grilled branzino, Braised Short Ribs and the French onion soup. Make sure to pay attention to their brunch availability! Brunch was the initial reason we were coming here, but it was a Saturday. I'm glad we stayed. How cute is my birthday dessert? Try them out. read more

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Service was ok. The happy hour menu is only available at the bar, and a good deal if you can grab a seat - $8 pizzas. The table ordered crab dip that was lit on fire - it came with pita ($24). The margarita burrata pizza was disappointing but fine. The chicken sandwiches and fries were decent. It was a modern farmhouse aesthetic. There is some outdoor seating overlooking the astroturf courtyard. read more

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Came here with my family on a weekday afternoon. We wanted to take advantage of Blackwall's happy hour deals with half price pizza, so we got a caprese, shrimp scampi (odd to have shrimp on pizza, prob never again), and short rib (like French onion soup w/a ton of meat) pizzas. The caprese and shrimp pizzas had globs of cheese... so heavy. The short rib was not bad, but all of them were oily. The pizza was better after taking it home and air frying it, and removing some of the cheese. But I wouldn't get any of them for takeout. I also got a strawberry hibiscus mocktail - a little on the sweet side, was $8, ok but not mind blowing to be paying $8 for a drink like this. The decor was quite nice and I could see it as a good space for gatherings, but the floor was super slippery - very odd. Was a scary walk to the bathroom because of the slipperiness. Overall, like 3/5 stars. Servers and ambiance weren't bad. Just was not great food or drink. Or walking around. Didn't make me want to come back. read more

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This restaurant is located in the Merriweather center among with several other restaurants. The interior is great. Gives you a cozy warm feeling. Staff were always very friendly and helpful. I would say food is average, nothing exceptional about it. Their own wine collection was just ok. I would go with other wines in different regions. read more

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This was our first visit to celebrate an anniversary on a Sunday evening, which was not crowded. The restaurant is large and decorated like a lodge, which is similar to Clyde's Tower Oaks Lodge in Rockville. It is a farm direct restaurant so food served is fresh. Our server was Kayla who was very helpful. She told us the best dishes to try on the menu. Due to food allergies, she checked with the kitchen staff on substitutions and if additional fees would be charged. We ordered the braised beef short ribs and Chesapeake pasta. The entrees were large. I enjoyed the beef short ribs which was flavorful and came with mixed vegetables and mashed potatoes. However, my spouse had the Chesapeake house made pasta that came with 4 shrimps and crabmeat. There was very little crabmeat on it for $36 so not worth getting. We were seated in a small dining room away from the main dining room. It was difficult to get WiFi service on our phones. Country vocal music played throughout the meal. But it would have been better if contemporary music was played as well. Overall, a nice dining experience for special occasions. read more

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Blackwall Barn and Lodge was such a treat! Came here with one of my friends for her birthday and she loved it. I love the look of this restaurant. It has an elevated rustic look to it and ample seating. I saved up an appetite for this place because I had it in my bookmarks for a while. So we were bought some table biscuits, which were served with chive butter. The biscuits were soft and were served warm. I couldn't tell if it was jalapeño pieces baked into them but they were delicious with the chive butter. I ordered the Chesapeake pasta and my friend ordered the snake bite pasta. The Chesapeake pasta was a nice serving of lump crab, shrimp, asparagus, heirloom, tomatoes, and a lobster cream sauce. It was so flavorful and had a slight smoky flavor to it that made me enjoy the dish even more. Because it was a large serving I was able to take half of it home. I ordered the berry cobbler for dessert. Just seemed like more of a cake that wasn't cooked enough topped off with warm fruits and whipped cream. I didn't enjoy it as much as I would have wanted to, but the ambience, the service, and the main dish made up for that. My friend enjoyed her food and her chocolate cake. It was a very rich. I enjoyed my experience at Blackwall barn and Lodge and I look forward to coming back read more

Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Berry Cobbler - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Located right on the plaza, we stepped into the Blackwall barn & lodge on a Sunday evening. The interior is relaxed with lodge-like vibes. They have ample amount of bar seats as well as interior dining tables and seating out on their patio. The plating and prices are on the fancy side, but I liked the laid back feel of the restaurant. I've tried many of their cocktails and you can't go wrong with any of them! They are also presented beautifully. The bartenders are always super attentive and our food was brought out quick. We were given cheese biscuits at the beginning of the meal and they were so delicious I'm still thinking about them to this day! Their menu is filled with rustic eats, I found the red brick chicken to be absolutely delicious. It was a very generous serving of chicken on top of creamy mashed potatoes and squash. The whole meal was seasoned quite well (I'm someone who douses everything in salt). My partners crab cake sandwich was standard, he likes it with lots of plain old lump crab, and this one had a bit too much filler for his liking. The fries however got demolished. Excited to try more items on the menu! Our experience here was fantastic! read more

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CHAYLA WAS AMAZING!!! I came here for my birthday dinner and she made the experience so memorable. She was very informed on the menu and had awesome recommendations. It was my first time here and I will definitely be back. She was also extremely attentive and accommodating. In an age where good service seems to be a foreign concept, she certainly delivered on all levels!!!! read more

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Can't remember if I've left a review for this place from our last experience. We've been here a few times. Very good food. Nice atmosphere, especially if you can get a table further back near the wall. They often have some live acoustic entertainment which we enjoy. It's been very crowded during all of our visits. Service has been excellent. read more

It's been awhile since I've been here. My recent experience was much better than my previous visits in their early days. I met some friends for happy hour (aka gathering hour) yesterday and our server/bartender, Natasha was great. Thank you for your great customer service. The happy hour ends at 6 and is only at the bar and in the bar area. Not sure if it's extended to the patio but it doesn't hurt to ask. A few of us ordered pizzas, which were half off. It's large enough to share. We got the short rib and buffalo chicken (half bacon on one side since i don't eat pork). They were very nice about making the accommodation. I got the happy hour cabernet wine and at $5, not bad! Overall a great happy hour that won't break the bank! I plan to visit for Sunday brunch this summer. Anyone want to join me? read more

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The food and service is always amazing here! We had Brittni and Mary, they served us with such professionalism and dedication! We are so grateful in celebrating our anniversary with them and the restaurant! I recommend to everyone to visit this establishment with no doubts or worries! Of course, the ambiance is always welcoming and friendly read more

A high end restaurant with rustic charm. Blackwall Barn & Lodge serves up American food via high dining. It's a steakhouse that serves so much more with beautiful decor featuring scenes of nature, animals, and art made from wood and antlers. The food and vibe are cozy and you'll feel utterly relaxed by the time you leave. Our server was extremely knowledgeable of the menu. He had to explain half of it to me and the other guests at our table, which he did so expertly. He made great recommendations including drink pairing suggestions. Blackwall offers traditional dinner meals, but also a weekend brunch and super late night exclusive meal. While I haven't enjoyed these yet, they are on my must-try list. My favorite appetizer I had was their crab dip. It's a bubbling bowl of melted cheeses and local crab, heavily seasoned with garlic, and served on fire with brandy so it's EXTRA melty when they first serve it. The fried green tomatoes were also quite good, being very crispy and cut extra thin to allow more bread coating per tomato. For my main course, I enjoyed the beef short ribs. The meat was so tender and juicy, and served with fresh vegetables. It was extremely satisfying. My wife enjoyed fish and grits. Her fish was flaky and juicy, and her grits were some of the best either of us have had. Blackwall has an extensive wine and liquor list as well as excellent cocktails that I recommend if you don't plan on driving because they hit hard. Blackwall's pricey, but excellent meals make it a great spot for a treat-your-self occasion. read more

We went here for a quick bite before the Sturgill Simpson show at Merriweather. The service was great, we were able to sit right away and they had a nice outdoor space which was great for how lovely the day was. We ordered fairly quickly and they were very accommodating. The old fashioned I really enjoyed, they muddle the cherry and orange before adding the whiskey so the flavors all mix nicely. The Lodge burger was delicious, and getting extra comeback sauce is definitely the right move. read more

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Had a great dinner - the service is attentive and knowledgeable -(thanks Riley!) - the ambiance is nice we were in a room off to the side so it did not feel so open to all the hustle and bustle and was quoted as there were quite a few parties happening at the same time - we got the flaming crab dip to start which was good and seems special but is not that different from any other crab dip - my son actually did not like the hint of brandy that flavored the dip after the flames died down- we got the spicy Italian pizza which was too spicy for my son but not at all spicy to me but the sausage seemed a little porky- we finished it though - son had a burger which was perfectly cooked - I had chicken Cobb salad which was good but a little too salty - hubby had scallop and shrimp risotto which also was good but a little too salty. We had dessert - smith island cake which was a little dry and not that tasty - was probably not very fresh - they did put a beautiful message in it for my birthday which was a nice touch- overall a great evening but to me is a little overpriced read more

Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Smith island cake - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

We went for my wife's birthday dinner. She really hoped for French Onion soup to celebrate on a cold night. I searched and found Blackwall had good reviews AND had the soup. The high ceilings and decor really made it feel like we were in a National Park lodge in the middle of Columbia MD. Our server, Azarea, was a tremendous help. She made food recommendations based on answers to good questions. To make sure the best wine was selected, she brought over the bartender, Mike. He offered some suggest and gave her a few sample tastings. In the end, the wine went perfectly with her food. They made a special dessert cake for her! Azarea and I did our best singing (without too much embarrassment). All in all it was a delicious and fun experience. We will be back soon! read more

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Setting & Atmosphere Blackwall Bar & Lodge offers a refreshing change of scenery a comfortable blend of rustic charm and polished dining. The space feels warm and inviting without pretension, making it an ideal spot for a relaxed evening out that still carries a touch of sophistication. Service Service was steady and attentive, allowing the meal to unfold at an easy pace. The staff's knowledge of the menu and wine list supported the evening well without intruding on the atmosphere. Food & Flavor The menu leaned classic American with Chesapeake influences familiar comfort food elevated just enough to feel special. The short rib, while flavorful, leaned slightly chewy, missing that effortless tenderness expected from a slow-braised cut. The crab cake, decent in its own right, catered to a more traditional palate; as a Marylander's bias would note, it's hard to beat a broiled jumbo lump version with minimal filler. The spinach, however, was crisp, fresh, and simply seasoned a pleasant complement to the heartier mains. Where the kitchen truly shined was in its standouts: the onion soup, rich and deeply layered with caramelized flavor; the Chesapeake pasta, a creative highlight made with egg noodles that offered a distinctive texture and local flair; and finally, the white chocolate cheesecake, an elegant finale smooth, indulgent, and beautifully balanced in sweetness. Overall Experience & Value Blackwall Bar & Lodge strikes a fine balance between approachable and elevated. While not every dish reached perfection, the highs particularly the soup, pasta, and dessert more than compensated for the few misses. The experience felt comforting, satisfying, and refreshingly unhurried. read more

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3.5 rounded up to 4 for service. The ambiance is nice, semi-casual, modern decor, homey but not too much so. The hostesses greeted us promptly and with a smile. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. He gave us some suggestions. The food menu was pretty extensive, but we weren't very impressed with the food or flavor combinations. I got the Mahi Mahi dish which was good, but I would have preferred a different sauce and side. Hubby's Waldorf salad was average. We were psyched for the berry cobbler because it presented sooo well, but were disappointed that it was mostly dough and very little berry underneath. There appears to be lots of space for parties or special events adjacent to the dining room (The Barn). It might be worth a look if you want to plan a smaller event. read more

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Stop in today literally around 215pm. The restaurant not full. With a friend and my wheel chair bound mother. The hostess looked at us and offered a hi tip table. I advised her that my mother is whee chair bound cannot sit in a high top. She said well without a reservation they were full for the rest of the day. For reference the restaurant is no where near full. We went across the way to smashing grapes. We Were immediately seated. For kicks and giggles I decided to check the reservations online and there were several available for today. We never got the opportunity to try the food. And never will. read more

Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Proof they had space ! - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

My wife and I went today for Valentine's Day lunch (dinner service was booked/unavailable weeks ago) for the first time and we THOROUGHLY enjoyed the food, ambiance, and service. My wife ordered the seafood risotto and I had the lodge salad and both were tasty and plentiful (I don't know what the reviewers who complained about portion size are talking about), so much so we have leftovers for dinner tonight. This place is a winner and we'll definitely be back!! read more

I dined at BB & L on a Saturday afternoon with a large dinner party in a private room. The restaurant is very nice with modern touches. The service was outstanding. Shout out to Ethan and another server who were assigned to our party. The food was excellent in taste and presentation. We had a wonderful time. I had the blackened pasta with shrimp, sausage and chicken. My hubby ordered the braised short rib. My son ordered the kids pizza, which was huge, and my mom ordered the New York strip. Yum! read more

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A lovely ambience, beautiful large spacious dining room, Cameron our server was attentive and great! Brussel sprouts delicious, as we're the crab cake with side salad. The burger was a hit, as was the chicken. The complimentary biscuits with chive butter was delicious! A great place to celebrate with friends! read more

We've been here a few times but this visit was not as good as our previous visits. Plus side was the service. Other than a longer wait our server was very friendly. We also had multiple managers check on us which was different from prior visits. The food wasn't at the same level as prior visits. I had mahi which had little flavor. The lemon parsley also was flavorless. The plate had too much spinach and overpowered everything. read more

Blackwall Barn & Lodge - Seafood Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Overall - 3.5/5 Service (1/1) - Wife and I went in for a lunch date and found the service to be very pleasant. Crowd was low but the server was very attentive either ways. I let her know we are vegetarians and she explained through the vegan menu but also other vegetarian friendly items from the main menu. She also helped us understand Blackwall's mission, explanation of farm to table and local sourcing. She had regular check ins with us as well. Setting (1/1) - Blackwall is located in the new complex with many great restaurants such as Dok Khao and Tostique. However, Blackwall provides its own unique experience. They have well decorated outdoor sitting but even bigger inside. Setting allows you to come for work, friends outing, or dates. Only issue I had was with the booths, table legs are awkwardly positioned, coming in way going in and out. Drinks (0.5/1) - with trying only two drinks, we had a mix experience. One was overly sweet while the other was overly sour. Balance was off on both such that I ended up ordering a coke. Concepts of the drinks are great but execution could be better. Food (1/2) - Now to the food, food was really great for the most part. Quality of the ingredients were top notch. Started with Caprese Canoe with a nice sweet and tangy dressing accompanied by olives, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, and fresh mozzarella. This was definitely our favorite dish out of all we tried. The Brussel sprouts were well cooked and tasted decent but lacked crispness for me. Side of asparagus was average. For main course the pizza was average as well with the crust a bit on the chewy side. It also seemed the pizza was dunked in oil, with all that cheese releasing tons of it, partly the reason of the dough loosing its crunch. Lastly the risotto for me was the biggest let down. Under seasoned, undercooked, and missing flavor. I love a good risotto but this let me down. Harissa did bring a hint of spiciness but that was it. The dish was only taking one direction. I had to pack it and asked my wife to help me redress it at home. Overall, the vibes are great and some of the dishes had decent flavors but I felt wanting more, expecting even better next time. read more

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The food was really good, the service was superb, and the live musician exacted the ambiance in the room! read more

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This was most likely our first--and last--visit to this restaurant. We stumbled upon it by accident. After enjoying a meal at the neighboring Busboys and Poets, I noticed this place and decided to add it to our "restaurant roulette" bag. My husband and I keep a bag filled with local restaurants we want to try, and on special occasions, we randomly select one. Unfortunately, Blackwall Barn was the chosen winner--and honestly, I regret adding it to the bag. While the ambiance and décor are beautifully done, I can't get past the disconnect between the menu prices and the portion sizes. I simply can't justify the price point for what we received. The concept itself is great: spacious banquet rooms, a huge bar, and plenty of photo-op opportunities. But as always, it's the details that matter. We visited to celebrate my birthday, which was clearly noted on the reservation. The server even asked if we were celebrating something special (though I suspect the flowers gave it away, as the reservation notes didn't seem to be reviewed). Despite that, the meal ended without any acknowledgment--no singing, no small celebratory gesture. Instead, I was served an overpriced bread pudding with a candle. While it was absolutely delicious, it wasn't comped or treated as a birthday courtesy in any way. The presentation was quite lovely, but why ask if guests are celebrating something special if there's no intention of doing anything special--or even offering a small courtesy--on the house? At that point, it feels dismissive and a bit arrogant. Additionally, there were no after dinner mints, which feels surprising at this steep price point. Overall, our server was decent, though the service could have been more attentive given the occasion. The food itself was quite good, and the pacing of the meal was timely. Still, this just isn't a place I'd consider one of my favorite dining experiences, and I don't see us returning. PS. They also charge extra for using a credit card in 2026. Do Better!!! read more

Review Blackwall Barn and Lodge Columbia Nice to get out from these freezing temperatures and celebrate a birthday. This restaurant is well appointed with a Wild Western country home feel to it. But it's all about the food today. We had their popular Flaming Crab Dip with its entertaining presentation of flambé at the tableside. Creamy cheese with crab dip was tasteful served with several finger sized naan pieces to dip. We also enjoyed the Fried Green Tomatoes with Cherry Peppers and Garlic Crab Remoulade that added an additional kick. Lunch selections: Chicken Pot Pie- served hot with the a generous filling of chicken peas, carrots, mushrooms and other veggies blended with what I had hoped would be a thicker herbed sauce. It was tasty and very filling, I could not finish the whole thing. Lodge Burger- is what I have enjoyed before. It Valooks fully loaded with cheddar cheese, nice thick pieces of bacon, onions and the other fixings. My husband did not want the fries (but they are nice and crispy) so it can be replaced with a side dish. We went with the roasted Brussels sprouts that had a huge mound of crispy bits of bacon and shallots with a honey Dijon mustard sauce that he appreciated. Lemon Chicken Linguine- they make their own house- made pasta daily. So the birthday girl enjoyed her dish. Desserts: Sorry no pictures were taken. I wasn't fast enough. But found the Decadent Chocolate Cake, moist and not too sweet. Peanut Butter Cake- was a bit heavier and sweeter but easily demolished by our group. Wait staff person was very helpful and gave us nice explanations of the days specials. He was attentive in the beginning but then we didn't see him for longer periods as the restaurant got busier. A nice place today come and celebrate a special occasion or to just have a break from your own kitchen. Food is tasteful, well presented and satisfyingly tasty and filling. read more

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I have visited this restaurant's Gambrills location several times and decided to try this location out while visiting the area. I love the look and feel inside of this establishment. The lighting, tone, textures, and overall design is identical to its other restaurant but felt even more cozy. My waiter/bartender was excellent. He was extremely nice and personable and he made me the best lemon drop martini and purple rain drink. I can't wait to return in the near future. read more

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After a great afternoon at The Pearl Spa nearby, the 4 of us decided to have dinner at Blackwall Barn & Lodge. We were able to be seated right away in the bar area at a high top (with very comfortable backed seats). It was pretty busy for it to be just 5pm, but considering it's still holiday season, it makes sense. Blackwall is very pretty inside with several seating areas, including private rooms and banquet areas. The ambiance is wonderful. Edward was our server/bartender, he was amazing. Edward was really helpful in answering any questions we had about the drinks and the food. We ordered drinks and our food at the same time and everything came out in perfect timing. Not only was everything presented perfectly, everything was absolutely delicious. Our starters: The Calamari was fried golden brown, and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. It came with a lemon aioli as well as a sweet chili oil for dipping, both complimented the calamari perfectly. The Flaming Crab dip was perfectly made and the pita points that accompanied the dip were toasted perfectly. The Barn Brussel Sprouts were cooked perfectly and had an amazing amount of bacon and the honey Dijon sauce was perfect, not too strong. The entrees: 2 of us had the Chesapeake Pasta and every bite was amazing, the pasta was so fresh. The short rib sandwich was delicious, a lot of short rib and the ciabatta was so fresh! The fries on the side were perfect dipped in the aioli! The Red Brick Chicken was so flavorful and juicy. The mashed potatoes were whipped perfectly and the vegetables were perfect. We had absolutely no room for dessert, but their options sounded amazing. Be mindful to also look at the gluten free menu even if you don't have any dietary restrictions as some of their options sounded amazing. From the time we entered the restaurant until the time we left, the service was amazing. The food was fantastic and the ambiance was perfect. read more

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