I and a couple of friends visited SHUW recently and had one of our best experiences at a winery…read more And that's really saying something because we've been to a multitude of wineries in and around the DMV. Our sommelier, Molly, was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and so very friendly. She made us feel like we were old friends almost immediately and set the stage for what was to come. And that can only be described as a tasting experience that was truly sublime. All three of us truly loved every aspect of out time at the castle, from the ambience of the building itself, to the selection of wines available, and as I've already mentioned, our interaction with Molly. I'm already looking forward to our next visit!

Beautiful from start to finish! From the atmosphere, wine and the lovely service this place is…read moreincredible! Wine was amazing, kind people and friendly. Great way to spend time!

My first time here love it food was really good service very nice definitely recommendread more

The basement is our favorite part of the restaurant. French Onion soup and the dark bread and cream…read morecheese is soo good!!

A cute little wine and gift shop, hosting Friday and Saturday outdoor concerts…read more We love this little wine shop, both for it's offerings, but especially for the weekend concerts and the outdoor umbrellaed tables. We drove up on a Saturday late afternoon in Aug 2025 and found parking across Main Street. There are other free lots nearby and sometimes a free shuttle around town on Sat and Sun. While waiting for the music, we staked out a table among some that people had reserved ahead of time in front of the wine shop, with other tables just outside the lot and more across the quiet side-street. From the wine shop, we got a nice little pinot noir to take home. They offered plastic glasses and a bucket full of ice, so we could have had that during the concert. They also have beers and ciders, gourmet snacks, and many clever and original accessories and crafts. The wine shop's owner encouraged up to walk to nearby Joe's Deli, and across to the Patapsco Distillery where the band set up under a small canopy, and we also got some food and drink from them for our table. And there's a sweet little ice cream shop across Main Street too! The band played light rock and folk and people were relaxed in conversations and enjoyment of the music. The gentle breeze kept us cool under sun-shielding umbrellas. This is nicely done weekly pair of concert, and the welcoming hostess and cooperative nearby shops make this a pleasant way to visit Sykesville on a Friday or Saturday evening, continuing through Nov 8th.

This charming business had employees that were extremely friendly and helpful. If you're not into…read morewine, please get a snowball ( with marshmallow ) from their Snowball Station ... it was a perfect fit for a hot day.

Rated No. 1 in Town by many and we agree…read more Came in expecting a solid night out--left impressed. First off, service was dialed in: attentive without hovering, genuinely warm, and paced just right for a relaxed evening. Cocktails ("bespoke") can sometimes feel like an afterthought at places like this, but not here. The La Dulce Vida was excellent--balanced, not overly sweet, and actually worth ordering again (rare). We split the baby beet salad and honestly could've eaten two. Bright, fresh, and one of those dishes that makes you rethink how good something simple can be. Mains: duck à l'orange and steak frites. Both delivered. The duck had that perfect mix of richness and citrus, and the steak was cooked spot-on--though fair warning, it's a serious portion. The frites skip the usual cone presentation, but they're crispy and plentiful, so no real complaints. All in around $200 with tip for two, which felt fair given the quality across the board. This is the kind of place that doesn't try too hard--and gets almost everything right. Would come back.

First time trying out Sign of the Buck. Quaint atmosphere. We went during Restaurant week and they…read morehad a nice 3 course special. The mussels and frites were amazing and honestly I could have just had that for dinner and been happy. Drinks were clever and well presented. I had the maple bacon old fashion and the S'mores old fashion. I did like the bacon one a smidge better. Service was ok, had to ask for silverware and our waters went empty. No big deal. Would return.

Service was quick, very cute ambiance, food was good although the drink wasn't very strong lolread more

I had the Meatloaf and ohhh my goodness it was the most Delicious Meatloaf I've ever eaten the…read moreservice was top notch the bar was averag!!!

I'm sad my wine is no longer But my husband found one he…read morelikes So if you port wine this is your place

Pretentious. Walked in and was told without no reservation no indoor seating despite being with a…read morewine club member. No other patrons at any of the tables all with reserved signs on them. Another group 20 years older than us walked in saying they are wine club members without a reservation and the response to them was no problem choose any seat.

We finally got to check this spot out! It's been on my list for a while. It's a great place to hang…read moreout on a warm, sunny day! I tried a glass of the 2024 Karl Josef Piesporter, and it was sweet without being overwhelming. It has a laid back vibe, so there's no rush to leave. It's a great place to sit and chat for a while. They're dog friendly, though I will say the dog next to us got a little active with their friend, which was a bit distracting. Overall, it still had a quaint atmosphere. The service was on the slower side, but we weren't in a rush. Just keep that in mind if you're looking for a quicker stop because this spot might not be your best pick. I really enjoyed the wine and the waterfront views, so I'll definitely be back!

We stopped in for a cocktail. Our bartender said he was new and had been there a few months. He…read moresaid he was trying out some new drinks, so he gave us a peach cocktail to share. We ordered two vodka lemonades and two spicy margaritas. A little later he brought out a cheese board and said he was training someone, they had made an extra one, and he wanted us to have it for free. Super nice of him! We sat there enjoying our drinks, the cheese board, and watching the Blue Angels fly by. Great atmosphere. When we asked for the bill it was $73. Keep in mind, that's for four drinks because everything else was given to us for free. We never asked for the peach drink or the cheese board--he offered them. We paid the bill and left a good tip, but come on...$73 for four basic drinks is crazy. Just be aware if you're stopping in. The drinks are not cheap. Even with the free extras, it didn't feel like a good value.

What a great venue! Amazing staff! And overall vibe of this wine lounge! Popped in (with a resy of…read morecourse) on a Saturday afternoon for a wine tasting and we were greeted very warmly and checked on often! I believe our winetender's name was Rhonda? (Shorter hair and glasses) super friendly, wine knowledge was excellent and she talked us through each one and gave us time to taste, chat, and munch in between. I'll definitely be back because there are wines that weren't available that day that I know I want to come back for! A great addition to cute Frederick's Main Street area!

This rating is for the experience they offer! I was fortunate to attend their popcorn pairing and I…read moreloved it! They coordinated with The Original Popcorn house downtown and put together wine pairings so that is was a fun experience for all who attended. I loved how intimate it was- we were a party of 6 and it looked like there might have been 20 of us total. They were knowledgeable and personable and helped us understand all the nuances of the wines they selected. They offer monthly events so check them out!