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Brenda's Pizzeria

4.4 (371 reviews)
ModeratePizza, Italian
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Calzone
Elaine F.

We went to Brenda's for lunch because we heard the eggplant parmesan was the best around. No joke. It is awesome. We shared an appetizer portion (still a big serving), but they also have it as an entree with spaghetti. We also ordered a calzone. The server recommended trying it with spinach, mushroom, and sausage. Another home run. We had a table with a nice view of the lake. But go early--it filled up fast and people were waiting when we left.

Small cheese pizza
Eileen T.

A hot spot for locals and tourists, we had to wait 45 minutes to be seated on a Tuesday night but the hostess was accurate on the wait time and we didn't have to wait a minute longer than she said. The atmosphere is noisy and very much a place for families to eat. They specialize in a 26 inch pizza called Abbondanza although my party of 5 did not order this. My group ordered the stuffed shells, the baked ziti,the penne with vodka sauce and a cheese pizza. Everything was absolutely delicious! There ziti was a little unusual in that they cook pork in their sauce which gives it a different flavor and there were some larger chunks of pork in the ziti. No complaints from our group. Service was great. We recommend!!

Stephanie M.

Came here last night for the first time a few minutes to 9pm (they close at 10). We were looking for food after not having had eaten much all day. We ordered, Sicilian salad, shrimp, & whole 16" pizza! We all loved it. Food came out quick. We could tell it was freshly made! Even my picky 4 & 6 years enjoyed it! Never felt rushed, felt very welcomed our waiter was Jack and he was great, gave us extra plates and napkins and checked on us frequently! Would definitely come back again when we're in Deep Creek.

Kelsey S.

Ordered out to this local spot. It has nice reviews so we figured we would give it a shot. We ordered online, the prices were a little expensive for two pies. But the pizzas were ready like it said it would online. We ordered a fire cracker pizza and a ham and bacon pizza. Both were good. The firecracker pizza was spicy and tasty, but had given me instant regret as it did not sit with me well. Otherwise the pizza was good and had unique flavors.

Salad
Tabby W.

POSITIVES I would recommended this exquisite pizzeria to anyone lookin for a delish dining this was our doce time here I got the nice little ceaser salad with ranch the ranch had a different kind of taste from other ranches I have tasted, I could single handedly lived off eating that ranch for the rest of my life. My dad also liked his pizza he said. CONS!!!!!!! Before you even try ordering a slice of pizza with a topping of broccoli be aware they have no generosity with the amount they put on it. They put about ocho broccolis on it which all of them were tiny I would need a microscope to see it. Other than that it was nice.

Deep Creek Lake from Brenda's.
David B.

We were back in the area October 10 on our way to a tiny home in northern Virginia from Pittsburgh so we stopped at Brenda's again. I said it in my last review and I'll say it again...this is possibly the best pizza I've ever had! Since we were on the motorcycle this time we strapped the leftovers on the back. The next weekend we were on the way back from Blackwater Falls, WV with friends and stopped in again! They loved it too.

Pepperoni pizza
Theresa S.

A reliable spot for great pizza. After a long day of skiing, Brenda's is the easiest and best spot for dinner. Honestly I was a little shocked by how good it was.

Pep n Mush 20" pie
Greg W.

Brenda's was delicious for our arrival trip take-out. Upon arrival, it oozed local favorite and local pizzeria joint to the "T" as I took it all in. If that weren't enough to entice you, the HUGE (20" I believe) pizzas are done NY style and fed 3 guys (200#+) for 2.5 days on a weekend trip. After we had settled in and dove in, between the "za" and "sticks" we couldn't recommend this place more! It may be pricier than say Domino's or "Da Hut" - but you are gonna get what you pay for in this case. When we return for our next trip we will place the same order and hope to make this an annual trip and thus an annual (at least) trip to Brenda's. There is not a better place to get your pizza fix in the area, and I promise there will always be plenty of leftovers that bake up perfectly in an oven on a baking sheet.

Great Pizza and views

Excellent pizza... the best I've had in years. Plain Pizza is perfect blend of cheeses and great crust. Nice friendly service and good prices.

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The food was great the prices reasonable and the service was good. We are here on vacation but would stop in again next time we are in town.

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Love that they serve pizza by the slide and full pies. Very much NY style pizza. Other great pasta options on the menu!

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Great pizza. Great service! We go here every time we are in Deep Creek, even though they don't deliver.

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We got the pizza! It was great! My daughter is gluten-free and she had the salad with the Italian dressing. Very yummy!

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Ristorante Ottaviani

Ristorante Ottaviani

4.4(252 reviews)
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Delicious family Italian food with some amazing history. Definitely a historical establishment in…read moreCumberland. Really nice outdoor seating. Service was good, considering it was very busy. The Arancini was to die for and the bolognese was absolutely delicious. Can't wait to go back if driving through Cumberland.

We visited Ristorante Ottaviani shortly after Christmas, and it was such a cozy, memorable…read moreexperience. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance set the mood perfectly--dim lighting, warm and inviting, with Sinatra Christmas tunes playing softly in the background. It felt charming and intimate, especially welcome given the extremely cold temperatures outside. Our waitress was incredibly friendly and attentive, checking on us regularly without ever feeling intrusive. The cocktails were excellent and did a great job warming us up, which was very much appreciated. The food was absolutely amazing. Everything we tried was rich and flavorful, with a standout Gorgonzola sauce that was truly delicious. The creamy burrata with pesto and balsamic was perfectly balanced, and the scallops were easily some of the most delicious we've had--cooked beautifully and full of flavor. Ristorante Ottaviani is such a comfortable, charming place to enjoy high-quality Italian food. A wonderful spot for a relaxing, special meal, and we're already looking forward to going back.

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Castiglia’s Italian Eatery - Dining room, chairs for 44.  This place fills up for dinner, but at 9p on Sunday, we had the place to ourselves.

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4.2(75 reviews)
19.7 mi
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What a great find!! My husband and I decided to go ona random road trip. We decided that whatever…read moreplace we chanced upon to eat we will stop at. At first we were getting worried because for each town we passed through, there were no place to eat and we choose not to fast food food chains. Kept driving and then found the cute town of Keyser. We actually passed this restaurant but because the outside look of the restaurant kinda drew our attention, so we u-turned and went in. So first things first, you have to order & pay first before sitting in, there is a counter as soon as you enter. The place is a bit small, they had about 10 tables, four chairs a piece. Looking at the menu, I must say they are pretty cheap for italian. We are used to a little more pricier in our area so we were a little worried the portions were going to be small, but I was so hungry I didn't care. My husband got the Chicken Parmesian $13.50 and I got the Baked Ziti with Meat $11.50. Each plate is served with a salad and bread. Salad came out first, it was a big salad. Ask for the house salad dressing, it is like a vinaigrette with spices, really good. Then they brought the bread and butter, one full roll for each of us, was really warm. Really soft and oh so good. Then came out the plates meals. Omgeeeee...... I thought they gave us too much but no! That is how they serve their meals. My husband's plate looked like there was a pound of spaghetti and tons of mozzarella all over the plate. As he swirled the noodles, he saw that there was layer after later of cheese and sauce. Plus 3 chicken parmesan cutlets. Most places dont give that much. And mine.....let me tell you... my meal was so heavy I was rolling laughing. Each scoop of pasta was coated with mozzarella cheese and meat with sauce. Everything was delicious!!! But we couldn't finish our plates, so we took it home. We also had to try their Limoncello with Mascarpone filling cake. It was super soft, full of flavor and so worth it. Must get it!! But I believe it's not an everyday dessert so it might be different on different days. So keep and eye out for the small sign of Dessert of the Day. So keep in mind, huge portions!! One order can feed 2 or 3. This place is a gem and I'm so glad we chanced it. A must go to, you won't regret it!!

Amazingly large portions. Great taste and service. A must when in the area. Breadsticks are the…read morebest

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Castiglia’s Italian Eatery - The front counter area.  Stand in line and place your order.

The front counter area. Stand in line and place your order.

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Ravioli and broccoli- cedar soup!

Castiglia’s Italian Eatery - "Small" Steak Stromboli. Absolutely delicious.

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The Vagabond Taproom

The Vagabond Taproom

4.5(43 reviews)
8.8 mi

First visit. Chicken pot pie. Not too creamy. Just right…read more Green beans! (Surprise! Nice.) Weekend special: linguini and clams. Perfect. Also not too creamy, very nice lemon and garlic symbiosis. I told them they should put it on the regular menu. We'll see how that goes. ;-) Fun spot - friendly staff. Small setting, but not "everyone's in your face" small. This place was a surprise - we finished golfing and didn't feel like driving far since we were hungry. Beer: SOBO, Monument City Brewing. IPA - New England / Hazy. Twice. Hoppy... smooth. Think "Dogfish," only better. Old town Oakland, MD, small town America. Go! You got this! We'll be back.

Of all of my journey through Maryland, this is absolutely one of the best places I have ever…read morevisited. Pat, the owner was working the bar with the staff and easily recommended the best local beer I had not tasted. ((My GF and I had tried 1812 and Penn but had not tried Lexington's Vanilla Stout. I was amazed.)) If you're in Garret county, or anywhere near the border to WV or PA, you're doing yourself a disservice by not visiting Oakland, MD and dropping by this spot. Atmosphere is chill, everyone is friendly and the atmosphere is non-judgmental. Support this local business, it's a waystation for local and traveler alike, judged by someone of the later who was there, December 19th, 2024.

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The Vagabond Taproom - Cranberry beer

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Dutch's At Silver Tree - NY strip and Lobster

Dutch's At Silver Tree

4.2(265 reviews)
1.7 mi
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Super fun spot! Came via boat and was welcomed by two hostesses who came out to the boat slip and…read morehelped us park. We had a large party of 11 and were easily able to find a spot on a Saturday afternoon at the outside bar. There's tons of seating here from outdoor bar, patio (covered) seating, indoor bar, and indoor seating. They even have some chairs out on their lawn facing the lake. There's even a large play area for the kids. We had multiple drinks and apps. The seafood bloody was perfect- just ask for a side of horseradish to add in if like it super spicy. Another standout was the salty grapefruit crush! Holy moly! So good... subbed club soda for the sprite. Orange crush was also terrific. As for food, we did apps. Get the shrimp toast and the crab toast! Do not leave unless you have tried these things! Absolutely delicious and packed with seafood, we also ordered a side of the chips that they give with burgers etc. Everything that came by us looked amazing. The bread is like a like high and comes with various butters, the burgers looked massive, and the sandwiches were equally amazing. Again, we only did apps. This is a must visit if in the area. You won't be disappointed. Come if in your bathing suit (w/cover up of course), or at night in your elevated dinner clothes. This place is for both! Absolutely beautiful and just terrific food, drink, and super friendly service! Every single employee was a gem!!!

Wow! This is a must visit if you're at Deep Creek. A local establishment with plenty of room for…read moreindoor or outdoor dining. Honestly, Dutch's exceeded my expectations, as the fine dining options in the area are limited. I got the pork chop with apple crisp and it was delectable! Thick-cut and juicy, which are hard to find. Others at the table got the salmon and they liked it. You get bread, salad, and a side with the entrees, so come hungry! Our waiter was attentive and very professional. Look forward to the next visit.

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Dutch's At Silver Tree - Over the fireplace in dining area

Over the fireplace in dining area

Dutch's At Silver Tree - 5/29/23: The Ribeye with Twice Baked Potato

5/29/23: The Ribeye with Twice Baked Potato

Dutch's At Silver Tree - Orange crush

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Pine Lodge Steakhouse - Steak and Lobster

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3.4(284 reviews)
2.1 mi
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Ate here with the family while at DCL. Got a table fairly easily which was a feat in and of itself…read morewith the baseball tourney in town. Service was fairly prompt and knowledgable, our server did a great job of keeping our drinks filled and the food was brought out within a reasonable amount of time. The place has log cabin / frontier vibes, and it kind of works! Nothing super remarkable, but a solid meal that didn't break the bank.

We drove from Cumberland yesterday to see the changing of the trees. I looked up Restaurants on the…read moreinternet and thought this Steakhouse looked pretty good. First impression walking into the restaurant it looks more like a bar than Restaurant as well as someone from the bars yells seat yourself. Music was loud and definitely not what you'd expect in a Steakhouse. We get greeted at the table by the bartender which the way she was dressed could have been mistaken for a dishwasher. Our server comes and takes our wine order. I ordered a bottle of Malbec great price and a very good wine. What caught my eye on the internet was they have Prime Rib. So of course when I ordered I was told no Prime Rib. A Steakhouse with no Prime Rib which is the first beef listed on the menu. We ordered onion soup, tomato bisque, Caesar salads and two expensive rib eyes. My onion soup came out looking good, but there was so much bread on top it absorbed over half the liquid. Bisque was okay. Caesar was okay except because she brought the soups and salads at the same time which is not good service at all. I told her not to rush the dinners, but the dinners came before we were finished the salads. The steaks were cooked correctly, but were not tender and quite fatty even for a rib eyes. Would I go back again and spend $190 for two no. There are a lot of restaurants that offer a better atmosphere, service and food for the price. Maybe they have a good hamburger.

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Pine Lodge Steakhouse - Mildred's Spring Chicken paired with mashed sweet potatoes.   (Had the Mountainous Prime Rib Bites appetizer.)

Mildred's Spring Chicken paired with mashed sweet potatoes. (Had the Mountainous Prime Rib Bites appetizer.)

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