This place is by far the most animal friendly of any place in the area! We have a very docile…read moreBernese-mountain-dog-German-shepherd-mix who is quite large but very friendly. The staff here catered to her every whim. The manager Brian was very kind and fed her almost every time we came in. We could not have found a more accommodating restaurant. Nothing in the area came anywhere close! We went there many times as we were working on our sailboat locally. At first, we stayed outside at the Tiki Bar, but it became obvious the staff liked us and our dog! We eventually came inside often as the weather cooled, even during the Halloween festivities with patrons dressed in costume. The food was great; we both enjoyed the crab stuffed Rock Fish the salads. Not to mention the mojitos & Mai Tais! David James and Elise Reed, Fredericksburg VA

TERRIBLE staff. Went there and had 2 beers and a wrap, then closed out because that was all my…read morecompany would reimburse me on my business trip to the Naval Test Pilot School there. Went outside to get another beer and enjoy the band. They bent my California ID up and said it was a fake, which it is not. When I tried to reason with the guy he walked off and told me to get outta his bar without willingness to reason with me. Would not go there if you have a real outta state ID. I should still be able to use it at the airport to get home, I hope...

The pumpkin espresso martini is soooo good! Holy moly! Also had two flights and the beer list was…read moreextensive. Almost everything we tried was tasty. I loved the inside, too. It was spacious but still small enough to still feel cozy. Service was also fantastic - attentive and quick. I don't get back to MD often, but will definitely put this on the list to visit again when I'm there!

Food is decent, service is great but seating can be a little bit of an issue if you are hoping to…read moresit inside in winter or summer. Overall just another chain bar that also serves food.

Pax River Ale House in Lexington Park (basically California area) is a decent local hangout if…read moreyou're into craft beer and pub grub--nothing absolutely mind-blowing, but it gets the job done. They've got a solid tap list ...Wings, burgers, Cajun pasta, and fish n chips, etc. Vibe is casual neighborhood bar: laid-back, clean enough, good for watching games or grabbing a quick bite after work/base stuff. Service is usually friendly and quick, even when busy or during weird weather. It's spread out, so it can feel a bit empty at times, but that means no waiting forever for a table.

Good food and service. Kind of spread out, but that's OK. If these guys were in a better location…read moreor had slightly better visibility, I feel like they'd be a lot busier. Chill vibe inside. Regardless, it's a solid place for a meal or to get friends from work together. Thumbs up!

LOVED this place! Music, good drinks, friendly staff, on the water - what more could you really…read morewant? We came in about 4:50 with no reservations on a Saturday. How incredibly hidden and unexpected. This gem is right on the water and our 5 year old LOVED their fries and Mac and cheese. John made her chocolate milk in the back to accommodate us and every single piece of food we had was divine. The crab ball entree was soooo filling. I couldn't even finish the calamari (crunchy and the sauce was clearly homemade with so much love). My husband had the platter and I wish I took a photo because it's now an empty plate. Writing this review while sitting in the restaurant. It's that good. We WILL be back by next week. Highly recommend. Thanks, John!

I came here a couple months ago with a large party and it was quite the experience. The place…read moreitself looked run down but was on the cleaner side. When we entered, we were seated and our waitress warned us that she wasn't a server, she was a bartender so give her some leeway. We went during dinner time but the place itself was pretty vacant. We ordered our food and most of us wanted the famous crab sandwich or crab cakes, so she put in the order and left. About 10 minutes later, she explained that they ran out of stock because it was sold out due to being featured on the news. So everyone ordered something different. We ended up waiting almost an hour for mediocre food. There was one soft shell crab left so we got it and split. It was very disappointing, the crab itself was tiny, and the quality of the. seafood was poor. Nobody was able to finish what was on their plate even though we were starving from waiting so long. I would not recommend this spot, service was okay, wait time was too long, and the food was mid.

Best food on the island!! Been there about 5 times. The food is always excellent. Very friendly…read morestaff. Sssh, 2for1 entrees on Monday are outstanding, sssh!

First timers on Solomon and at Bugeye Grill. I will admit that we stopped by this restaurant…read morebecause it was one of the first ones that had outdoor seating (we were visiting with a dog). The restaurant had a nice variety of dishes and specialty cocktails...I think that I was more interested in the latter. ;) Since I have not visited Solomons, MD before, I cannot comment if the prices are comparable to other places in the area. However, most of the entrees were in the $25 and up range. I thought my fish and chips (I forget the actual name of the dish) were fine, and my spouse really enjoyed the crab cake sandwich. Although I thought the portion sizes for the sandwiches and fries were fine, the serving size of the mussels seemed a bit small. However, this could have been an optical illusion because the serving bowl for the mussels was HUGE, so the amount of mussels could have appeared to be smaller than what it was. I thought the outdoor patio was great especially with a view of the water and folks going about their business. However, some may not like the setup because you are right on the main street, which can be a bit noisy especially if a lot of bikers are cruising up and down the strip. Parking was a bit of a struggle (not the fault of the restaurant). During our visit, all of the public parking lots were full. However, we visited on Mother's Day weekend so maybe there were more folks (including us ) in the area than normal. I'll admit that since this was my first time visiting the area that I'm not too familiar about the ebb and flow of parking. Overall, our server (who reminded me a bit of a young Jodie Foster) was amazing. One thing that I really appreciated was her telling us about a potential delay for the food due to a large party. Although no one wants to hear that after ordering food, I think it's nice and considerate when a server provides a heads-up so diners can adjust accordingly.

I'm not sure Yelp will give me enough space to really explain how great this place is, on so many…read moredifferent levels. Let's start with the beer selection -- out of this world. Verified Untappd venue (iykyk), with what seems like endless taps and an even more impressive selection of cans/bottles. Bartenders are pretty damn knowledgeable about the product as well, which as a beer nerd is perfect. The food is fantastic. From appetizers (the fried vegetables are heaven) to entrees, it's the perfect amalgamation of classic bar food and Indian cuisine. Today when I was in I had the Taphouse (Lamb) Burger with fries and a side of their Makhani sauce (Pic attached). If a place has a lamb burger it's my immediate go to every time, and I have to say Taphouse has the best I've ever had. The lamb was cooked and seasoned perfectly, the vegetables were fresh, and that feta is that perfect accompaniment to round it off. The Makhani sauce is just good on everything. Could drink it. Not kidding. The venue offers a welcoming outdoor area and a semi-private indoor space perfect for events. I've booked Taphouse for both corporate and personal gatherings, and it's the easiest, most reliable spot in the County for hosting by far. Beyond the food and drink, Taphouse, and especially Sunny (the owner) are one of the most community engaged businesses in Southern Maryland. They have put on countless events supporting all types of local organizations, and always work with nonprofits when they need anything. Taphouse and Sunny himself really serve as one of the best ambassadors of St. Mary's County, especially since a large portion of the customers are transient. All in all, 100% a must try if in the area. But be warned, if you do, you will be coming back constantly.

Katelyn was amazing! She never made our party feel ignored. The ambiance of the room was welcoming…read moreand the advice on the types of beers to try were welcomed. Will definitely be returning.

Lighthouse was delicious as always. We started with bacon wrapped scallops and fresh shucked…read moreoysters. The medium rare filet mignon was on point and loaded baked potato was the best I've had in some time. Now to the libations - the drinks were fantastic. Their "crush" drinks were about as good as I've had. Great variety. The service was rapid but not hovering and the ambiance was just right n

Good option on Solomon's Island especially for a nice day on the deck. Beware, however, that their…read moreoutdoor seating is seasonal, and doesn't open right during the shoulder season. No reservations. They do put you on a waitlist and text you back when your table is ready. Service is always friendly, no matter how crowded. Never went wrong with any crab dish.

Came for lunch today with friends. Cobb Salad was huge and didn't need any meat to make it a great…read morechoice. Reuben with onion rings looked great and the wings were a hit. Fast, friendly service and a nice crowd. Buckets is a great hole in the wall that pleased all and will be back to try the crab cake and pizza soon!

Honestly. Just absolutely incredible experience at this place. All of the food was outstanding and…read moreabsolutely surprised me. This place kind of looks like a dive bar yet the food is on par with many high end bars I've been to. Kudos to this team. The cocktails were all delicious. Again, exceeded my expectations. Service phenomenal. 10/10. No notes. Keep doing your thing, Buckets.

Ok I'm actually shocked at how good the food is for it being a sports bar. I never really…read moreconsidered that they would have tasty food and I was so pleasantly surprised! The sweet potato fries were perfectly salted and the chicken quesadilla was better than anything I've ever made for myself. It's a pretty big quesadilla and I ate 3/4 of it. I also liked the salsa it came with. Yuengling's were on Happy Hour so I had the large size. I also liked the decor inside - locally themed is always super cool.

Went here for my husband's colleague's retirement lunch... and was impressed by the quick service…read morefor such a large party... The venue was also nice for fitting the whole party with plenty of televisions surrounding the restaurant. What brings my rating to a "2" is simply the food. It was not bad, but also not good. I had the crab soup. It was very salty and had a weak flavor. If you are going here to hangout, great; going to enjoy a delicious dinner? I think not...

My boyfriend and I visited his college town for a friends 30th birthday party and they were adamant…read moreabout coming to the Green Door. It was a spot they frequented when they were in college and praised for its extremely cheap drinks! They also allow St Mary's Grads and seniors to sign ceiling and other spots. I loved this spot myself! Great place to hang as they have pool and darts and a long bar. Make sure you bring cash!

The Green Door has been around a very long time and it knows exactly what to give you. Theres a…read moregood reason for that. Affordable, cold beer. Cheap eats. Darts. Pool. A chill hang. Bartenders are nice. Locals are laid back. Want to grab a few beers in a place where you can relax? This is a great spot for that. Two thumbs up.