Everything was ok, but ok is not worth returning…read more The bowl of crab soup was mostly vegetables with small pieces of crab. While it was tasty, more crab would have made it crab soup! Minor issues included sticky table and salt shaker. Positive issues included amazing wait staff. Amber was amazing and the person who welcomed us was positively wonderful. The Reuben sandwich was very greasy and the amount of pastrami was very small. I did enjoy the coleslaw. The Smokey burger was just ok. The fries were greasy, floppy, and lukewarm. One person had the crab melt and mentioned several large pieces of crab. She liked it. Bottom line, ok food but won't be back for round two.

We've eaten at the Village Tavern several times over the years and did so again today. We ordered…read moretwo sandwiches we often get, a crab cake sandwich and a haddock sandwich, both with fries. The fries were decent and the sandwiches okay, but nothing really special. The service was fine. The main complaint I have is that the buns used on both sandwiches fell apart before you got halfway through the sandwiches. That knocked this down from a 4-star to a 3-star review. It should be a simple fix, and we will probably go back, but it's hard to eat a sandwich that falls apart on you.

I've been going here for years and the freshness of the food is hard to beat as well as how…read moreaccommodating they are. My go to is the zucchini parmigiana, the pasta they give is lightly creamy and very garlicy with fresh spinach and tomatoes and I couldn't recreate the recipe even if I tried. Tried their Asian salad recently and sesame vinaigrette has a unique wasabi freshness. Huge portions for side salads. Definitely gonna try more of their salads soon. The place is also very cute on the inside and the service is quick and everyone who works there is super polite and helpful.

I wanted to enjoy my experience at The Orchard, and overall the salad was good. I initially asked…read morefor kombucha, but I was told they were completely out. Thankfully, my server did allow me to substitute the sesame chicken into my Cobb salad, and that was actually a great addition. The frustrating part was that after we had already finished our meals and were ready to leave, my server came back and told me she had been mistaken and that they did, in fact, have kombucha available. At that point it was too late, and unfortunately there wasn't any offer made to make up for the inconvenience. Another disappointment was learning that The Orchard does not offer any type of military appreciation or support. In a community with many veterans and military families, that was something I noticed and found disappointing. Many other local businesses make an effort to show appreciation, and that kind of support goes a long way for those who have served and for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The food was good, but with so many other options in Frederick that offer great food while also making customers and the community feel valued, I don't think I'll be returning. A business's connection to its community matters, and supporting those who have served is something I personally look for when deciding where to spend my money.

When it comes to eating out, I enjoy food, atmosphere, and the local community…read more I was worried from other reviews that I would spend hours upon hours waiting for food. For me, I intentionally spaced out my 3 courses and drinks and it took about 1.5hours. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by the owner who exuded pride in his restaurant and the work put into renovations. I walked in late on a Saturday night and sat at the bar. The restaurant wasn't busy per se. I was truly torn about what I wanted for dinner. The owner spent time explaining the local connections, how things are prepared fresh (not from a bottle), the cocktails are consistent from night to night. How many times does a waiter or waitress take times to help you decide what to get. I started with the "empanadas" with lump crab meat crema. They were delicious beyond a doubt. I would say they looked and crunched like a fried won ton. There were four in an order. I should have got two with filet mignon and two with crab. That was my only disappointment for the evening. I followed with a Caesar salad and lump crab meat. (I was on a seafood kick). As the owner stated there wasn't Old Bay in the crab meat, which made it taste more original and fresh. Shocking! With the crab meat spread around and throughout the giant salad, I never noticed the minced anchovies. The salad was too huge for one person and is best shared! While my entree was being prepared, I would slowly pick crab meat pieces and enjoy their freshness. During my appetizer and salad, I went with the French 75. The sole waitress and duel bartender offered the fig infused gin. The fig notes were overpowered by the fresh squeezed lemon. I cannot remember a drink having fresh squeezed lemon bits in there. It was a bit distracting on the first sips, but mellowed out. I followed my French 75 with a side car. Without a sugar rim, that was a mightily delicious cocktail. It paired well with my entree and was a good sipping drink, which lasted throughout my entree. When I looked at the menu online, I was sure my entree would be the swordfish loin. Because I normally don't have restaurants that serve it. At the beginning, the owner had really explained why their scallops were amazing, including the bacon wrapped scallop appetizer (I probably would have gone to heaven if I got those). I was torn. The owner, his wife, and the waitress all instantly suggested the scallops entree when I asked what I should get. They were right! I got the spinach with the scallops instead of the grits, since those would have been a bit heavy for me to eat so late. The scallops, 4 of them, came perfectly seared/lightly browned surrounding the sautéd spinach in the middle. All were sitting in a thin layer of a white creamy sauce, which I honestly cannot describe. Other than I wish I had the recipe to make at home. The scallops cut like butter, had the right amount of seared crunch, and tasted fresh. Like the owner had caught them in the morning from the ocean. Many scallops that I have gotten have some "grit" in them. These were the size and thickness. So much that I didn't care there was only 4! Now the spinach was beyond good, it was "everything". Who really likes, cooked spinach, other than Popeye? Too many times it is soggy, bland, or slimy. As a kid, I disliked spinach, unless it was uncooked and in a salad. They got the spinach just right, like Goldilocks. Not too soggy, not too crunchy. And it had just enough sauce to not overpower or be overpowered. I skipped dessert because I was stuffed beyond capacity. Same thing with an after dinner drink. But they offered the gamut of those drinks, which probably would make me dislike Starbucks for a long time. On my way out, I was again greeted by the owner. He extolled the history, uniqueness, and things to do in Frederick. Maybe because it wasn't busy, or maybe he truly takes pride in his town, the building, the food, and restaurant? Probably both. I walked out wishing that my wife and kids could come, but I was alone on a business trip. They would have digged the place. I assume the meats, the pastas, and other seafood would have been top notch. And deserving of a 'French kiss'! As an aside, I can understand why other patrons may have a slower experience than ideal. With limited waitstaff comes longer time between interactions. Watching from the bar, I could see the waitress always moving. Making drinks, busing tables, taking orders, fixing orders, doing payments, etc. Would one more waitstaff be warranted, I don't know. It was a slow night though.

I have been coming here for a bit of time, we always like this place. Food was great tonight even…read morethough the waitress should check more often. I Still recommend this restaurant.

Small establishment with an antique shop next door. There is FREE parking across the street, but…read morefor street parking you must absolutely pay for with the Park Mobile app. A Friday at noon, bitterly cold, and I was surprised that it was absolutely dead. My impression of the menu is that it's kind of a Middle Eastern, Mexican, American, everything place. The Philly sub was more of a flat sandwich than a traditional philly, different style of bread, but tasty and satisfying. I opted for the chips instead of the french fries to cut some calories Feels very much like an old school neighborhood pub. Looking around, and taking the fact that it's a very small town, I can see this being a social focal point for the area. A nice full bar. There wasn't anything to dislike about it, nice people, nice food, warm, and comfortable, easy five stars. BUT. The one thing that pushed it way over the top was that instead of standing there, awkwardly intimidating, with the card machine in their hand waiting for me to pay, THEY LEFT IT ON THE TABLE AND WALKED AWAY! I can't express how happy this made me. Little things go a long way.

Stopped overnight in Brunswick on a C&O bike trip. Very convenient located near the trail. Very…read morefriendly service and good looking menu with variety of options. I went with the gyro and Greek salad. The gyro was outstanding and the salad was as expected. Great prices. Outdoor seating. Ambiance inside was fine, outside nice location.

Alekos's is a wonderful gem of home-made, tasty Greek food for a reasonable price. The spanakopita…read morecomes out as one large triangle to share. The Dip Sampler and the Meat Sampler are standouts. The Dip Sampler has a variety of yummy dips and warm pita. Hummus can vary a lot in different restaurants, and this one is good, creamy with not too much garlic. We both enjoyed the Meat Sampler at our first dinner and took home leftovers - nice variety of meats. It comes with a good basmati rice but you can also choose a salad or French Fries. Gotta love a place that offers you both! This visit, I had the Moussaka Entree (gluten free) which was a special that night. It was tasty with no spice that overwhelmed the dish. Nice size slice with a salad with tomatoes. My husband had the Chicken Kebob which came with three skewers of chicken and salad (instead of the French Fries). We both took some food home especially after the Dip Sampler. We arrived around 5 pm and got the benefit of the Happy Hour price of $2 off a draft beer ($6 instead of $8) and $1 off the martini. The baklava has a generous supply of nuts, and I have enjoyed the Baklava Cheesecake at home for dessert. The restaurant decor is relaxing and attractive with thoughtful touches like a little table for your purse or to put your leftover containers on. The metal artwork tree, wicker lamps and paintings on the wall contribute to the cozy ambiance. Service has been prompt with someone coming over to greet us quickly. For my espresso martini, they had run out of espresso, but someone went to buy espresso from a coffee shop instead of telling me to order something else. Aleko's is a lovely, neighborhood gem. It is also on Resy for reservations.

TLDR: Hot food on a cold night. Oompah!…read more I used to stop for takeout at Aleko's old location in a gas station when I refereed games at the local high school. Great food, great value. But 6 weeks ago they moved to a full sit-down restaurant a mile and a half away. With my wife off at a community group dinner, I thought I would see how the new place stacked up. The inside was bright and warm, tables and chairs were comfortable, and very quiet even though almost every table was in use. These days this is a rare but well-appreciated thing; my old ears approved. I was quickly seated and handed a menu and wine list. Wine list contained quite a few Greek wines and beers. I like reds that are, well, a bit rough so I went with one recommended by the waiter. Good choice. Good choice! The food menu contained all of my old favorites. No fancy Greek/Asian/Inuit fusion here, thank Zeus! I was getting ready to order the gyro platter when the owner casually mentioned that lamb shanks with roasted potatoes were the night's special. Score! My food was delivered very, very quickly, and it exceeded my expectations. Lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender, well seasoned, and covered with a simple Greek tomato sauce. Potatoes were well cooked (but not as crispy as I usually like), but their feta and olive oil sauce was superb. Beautiful fluffy rice and a simple salad of romaine lettuce, tomatoes, feta and a light vinaigrette were also included. Everything was delicious! Overall, servings were generous and prices were reasonable. And yes, they still offer carry out, something to keep in mind the next time I drive through Middletown on my way anywhere. And even if I'm not driving through, Aleko's is worth the trip all by itself.

We highly recommend Capital Crave as we have always had wonderful service. Shannon is wonderful as…read morewell as all the others. Food is always good, we have no complaints. This is a must try restaurant you will always go back to and never a wait. We need to continue to support our small businesses.

The ambiance is quaint. The building nondescript. The food was. magnificent! Generous portions…read more Fresh cut fries. Brioche bun. Local beef. Salad was chock full of fresh ingredients. Spicy crab soup was flavorful. Highly recommend.

I really enjoyed the veggie bowl and the hummus was fantastic! What delicious taste and texture…read more Store bought will never be the same. I wish I could take a quart with me.

Fantastic food and friendly staff. The shopping center restaurant itself needs some sprucing up -…read moreboth look dingy and uncared for. Maybe if we send the restaurant a lot of business they will be able to move to a better location.

Tiny spot, BIG flavor... and that spice will humble you…read more We popped into My Thai for a late lunch after a medical appointment, craving something spicy, savory, and satisfying... and wow, this place delivered like a punch in the mouth (in the best way possible ). First impression: it's a small space, but really well decorated, spotless, and welcoming. Service was genuinely friendly and warm from the moment we walked in. Now the food... My husband ordered the wide rice noodles with beef (think drunken noodle vibes), and honestly, that dish alone is worth the trip. Perfectly cooked noodles, tons of flavor, and just the right amount of heat. I may or may not have helped myself to more than a few bites while he stepped away... sorry, not sorry. I went with the red curry with coconut and chicken, loaded with fresh vegetables. It was rich, fragrant, and completely slurpable. Exactly what I was craving. The crispy spring roll came out piping hot and perfectly fried, with that satisfying crunch on the outside. Fair warning: the spice here builds. It starts friendly... and then sneaks up on you in the best way Bonus points for the lunch specials, which are very reasonably priced and a great value for the quality and portion size. All in, super fresh, perfectly prepared dishes, warm service, and bold flavors. Highly recommend... we'll absolutely be back.

Pros: Great customer service Convenient to the hotel (.2…read moremiles) Large portion Offer military discount Cons: I ordered to go and was not given any utensils and napkins. Luckily I had my traveling fork and spoon. Fish was fried REALLY hard (overcooked). Without the sauce, there was lack of flavor. Tasted really "fishy". Overall: may try another dish but definitely won't be ordering this again. Not worth the $30!