Great people, great atmosphere, and prices that are actually fair, which is rare these days. This…read morespot fills up fast, so if you're trying to walk right in and sit down, get there early. Trust me, it's worth it. They've got a small bar area that seats about 4-6 people, which is where I sat, and honestly that's the move if you like a lively vibe. Now let's talk about the pizza--amazing. Fresh, flavorful, and one of those meals where you catch yourself still thinking about it later. I enjoyed every bite and could've easily gone for another round. Overall, this place delivers: good energy, good food, good people. Definitely a spot you want to keep in your rotation.

We came with a good appetite and left happy. I'd share the menu changes often, according to my…read morefriend who's a regular. I'm glad we narrowed down our group size because 2 and 4 top tables os the setup it has. We had many menu items. I thought after appetizers I'd be full after sharing 1 pizza. Nope, needed a second. This is like middle eastern meets Italian meets Indian influence. It took a mi. To embrace the menu. I liked the crust and flavors of most things we had. This pizza I remembered to picture was Indian influenced. Good service overall. Wait tomes vary an they dont take traditional reservations.

All in all, my favorite Annapolis pub restaurant. Great service and superb food. Most appropriate…read moreis the list of open wine from which to choose. Yum, yum.

I've been going to Grapes Wine Bar for years and always thought of it as a solid, reliable spot --…read moregreat wine, good atmosphere, and food you could count on. Unfortunately, my most recent visit was a pretty big disappointment. From what I understand, they recently let go of their head chef and are currently running things with sous chefs, and based on this experience... it shows. On Saturday, I ordered the oyster BLT. I was told ahead of time it came with four oysters, which is fine -- if those oysters actually feel like the main event. On a sourdough sandwich, you expect something substantial -- big, meaty oysters that can hold their own. Instead, what showed up were four tiny oysters that were basically lost in the sandwich. I'm not exaggerating when I say you had to go searching for them. And for $28? That's where it really lost me. I have no problem paying Annapolis prices when the food backs it up, but this felt completely out of sync. The portion, the quality, the overall execution -- none of it justified the price. It honestly felt like something that should have been half the cost... at best. Beyond that, the sandwich just felt underwhelming overall. Nothing about it stood out, nothing felt intentional, and it definitely didn't live up to what this place used to deliver. It's frustrating because this used to be a spot I'd recommend without hesitation. Right now, though, it feels like they're charging premium prices while the kitchen is still trying to figure itself out. I really hope they get things back on track, because Annapolis needs places like this to be good. But as it stands, I'd think twice before ordering anything from their specials.

I visited Coopers Hawk recently for a tasting with my wife. Cat was a wonderful server. She…read moreexplained the wines well, and really made us feel welcome. Cat recommended a sweet wine, and I thought I wasn't going to like it, and I loved it! We live across the bridge so the wine club isn't great for us, but we're definitely going back. Always enjoy happy discoveries.

I LOVE Cooper's Hawk in Annapolis! The food is consistently delicious! The service is great. Chris…read morewas our server on Saturday 4/11/26 and did an excellent job! We were a party of 10 and were able to enjoy each other in a clean and inviting environment. Prior to lunch, we enjoyed the winery. Victoria did a wonderful job of engaging and serving everyone in our party. Once again, Cooper's Hawk for the win!!!

We ended up ubering here from our hotel but there's street parking here in downtown Annapolis. We…read moredidn't have to wait and we didn't make a reservation. They were pretty busy and the bar was packed to watch the Kentucky Derby. It was very cute inside and not too loud where you can't have a conversation. It did take a little bit before someone came and greeted us but our server was friendly and another individual (maybe a manager) was consistently helpful throughout the evening. We ordered a bottle of red wine to share and we were asked if we wanted a decanter to which we replied yes. He poured it in at our table with an aerator. For food, I ordered the City Dock Pizza and my friend ordered the Beef Bolognese. The City Dock Pizza was good - thinner crust but plenty of flavor. The Beef Bolognese was a lighter colored sauce than I anticipated. The pasta was good and the sauce was also good but not what I would consider a traditional Bolognese. We did order the Cheesecake and a couple glasses of prosecco and they were sweet enough to put in a candle for my friend's birthday. The cheesecake is DEFINITELY recommended, it was very good and came as a suggestion. It did not disappoint. Overall, had a great time and would definitely come back and everyone was really friendly.

Shout to Kelly aka Lisa. One of the best bartenders I have met in a long time. Her skill level is…read moretop notch! She is an excellent conversationist. Please go see her and sit at the bar, you won't be disappointed.

At Preserve, consistency is not the point, evolution is. Each visit feels slightly different,…read moreshaped by a menu that shifts with the seasons and refuses to coast on familiarity. That restlessness works in its favor. The space is compact, almost disarming at first. Then it settles around you. There is a quiet intimacy to the room, the kind that feels less designed and more lived in. It leans closer to a welcoming home than a polished dining room, without losing its sense of purpose. The food carries that same balance. Thoughtful, seasonal, and just unpredictable enough to keep you paying attention. Cocktails follow suit, measured and deliberate, never an afterthought. For Annapolis, where good options are not exactly rare, this place still manages to separate itself. It belongs firmly in the top tier of the city's dining scene, and it earns that position every time it changes the menu and starts over again.

Located on Main Street with bar, inside/outside seating. Wonderful decor and a great drink menu…read more Food menu was great as well and not too overwhelming. This is a place that has lots of drinks and foods that have some unique and creative flavor profiles. We were greeted immediately and sat at bar. Server acknowledged us quickly and was very friendly. Checked on us throughout the time we were there. Ordered a tequila cocktail that was amazing. Highly recommend!!! So so good. Their cocktail menu has the spirit and then a description under of the drink. No actual names. Lots of interesting drinks. We grabbed a couple of apps. Got the pork bites and smoked fish dip. Both were tasty and had interesting flavors that worked. The portions were great. You can tell that great care and thought is put into to the menu. The burger and fries looked amazing - on special and lots of people around us were ordering it. Would have ordered that if we were eating a bigger meal. This is a gem of a place. Truly crafty food and drinks. Highly recommend trying them out. Would come back again.

Dear friend Lys and I were in Annapolis for the weekend, attending the nearby Maryland Renaissance…read moreFestival. It was our first time in Annapolis. We consulted you, the Yelp Community, for recommendations. You did not disappoint! The restaurant is in a complex with a hotel and other shops in the heart of the town. We parked in a nearby garage (easy) and walked over. We didn't have a reservation, but, fortunately we were able to get a table for 2. Yay! The atmosphere is warm with a sophisticated feel. We were greeted promptly, got drinks and they took our order. First up was a simple, traditional tomato and onion salad, no lettuce, with an oil and herb dressing. This was the only soft note in the meal, mostly because this type of salad needs a tomato with lots of flavor, particularly an acid note to balance the oil. These tomatoes weren't up to that task. It was still very good, just on the bland side, and getting good flavorful tomatoes late in the season can be challenging. Entrees! I got the Pappardelle with Bolognese gravy. Anyone who has read my reviews for a time knows I have a problem with tomato gravy with beef being sold as "bolognese". Pure joy when nicely cooked Al dente noodles showed up smothered in a legit creamy bolognese. Y'all, it was really good. Lys had never experienced Smith Island Cake. Shocking, I know. So we of course got a slice to split after dinner, despite being pretty stuffed. The cake didn't disappoint. It was fudgy (almost like a thick ganache) and moist but not mushy or falling apart. Lys now understands why this is the unofficial dessert of Maryland. Sooooo good. Awesome place. Highly recommend.

Took my mom here for lunch and everything was fresh and delicious. I had the Mediterranean salad…read morewith shrimp, and she got the linguine with clam sauce. The staff were kind, and the setting is beautiful--outdoor seating by a fountain or a classy indoor dining room. I did miss their amazing tomato focaccia bread (only served at dinner), but I'll definitely be back for that!

We really enjoyed dinner at Dry 85. We dined on a Friday night and the only negatives were that it…read morewas SUPER loud in there. My date and I could barely hear each other and had to yell to chat. Otherwise we loved it. The blueberry bbq ribs were awesome and so was the Mac and cheese. It was supposed to be seafood Mac but it came with only one solitary shrimp on top and we didn't taste any other seafood inside. Service was good, drinks were good and food was great.

After a long day of work (including a reception where I forgot to eat - too busy…read moreworking/networking), I needed a meal and a nightcap this past Wednesday night. I'd had Dry 85 on my list for a while, and it sounded just right on that cold, snowy day. I walked in, grabbed a seat at the bar, and was immediately welcomed and handed menus and given a glass of water. This welcome was consistent with great service throughout. I love sitting at a bar (especially for a solo meal), because it allows you to chat with the bartenders, and the bartenders at Dry 85 were great. I had one of their burgers and fries, and it was delicious. Add a bourbon cocktail and TVs playing college basketball, and I was a happy girl. Truly a good place for a meal or drinks. Cozy, warm, with solid food, drinks, and service. I'd be happy to return.

The beef mashed potatoes tasted so tender and paired well together with the gravy. The ambiance is…read more10/10 beautiful inside like I got transported to Italy. However, the size of some of the plates like the burrata needed more bread, and tuna poke could have been bigger for the price. It was also a bit too salty (the tuna) for my taste. Definitely still worth it for the drinks and the beef dish. The strip steak was pretty small. The drink I had was a special, and it had fire on a lemon to melt the brown sugar which was a cool touch!

GET THE BRUSSELS SPROUTS…read more We also got the lamb chops, which were fabulous, and the charcuterie, which was good, but the Brussels sprouts had the right amount of sweet, salty, crunch, and kick. Get the Brussels sprouts. This is a really nice restaurant in downtown Annapolis. The portions are nice. The servers are friendly. My husband and the people next to us said their cocktails were also good and unique. We're definitely going again. It was 15 degrees outside and I got some hot tea, but soon enough, when the food got there, it was my main focus.

See previous reviews, this place remains solid choice for all your seafood needs…read more It's worth drive if you don't live in Annapolis. Come early as it's popular, not just for the food but also for the relaxed atmosphere. The staff is always great, my go to for seafood in the DMV.

Stopped by on Saturday around 5pm for a quick drink and was pleasantly surprised by how easy and…read morewelcoming it was. We were sat immediately, and the staff was genuinely friendly, warm, and clearly knew their stuff. The space has a great dim, intimate vibe, and I liked that there are two floors--cozy for date night but still set up to handle larger groups. Definitely planning to come back soon to try more of the menu.

We were here for the 4th of July cookout on the patio. It was Awesome! They had a really nice…read moresetup. This was a buffet which included desserts as well as a nice selection of food. Everything tasted great for the most part. Service was great as well. The outdoor buffet cookout was $20 tickets were purchased on eventbrite. They also had holiday drink specials at $2.49 which was a good deal. They also sold smoked oysters at $1.00 each & the server and bartender was very helpful and friendly. We really enjoyed this event. We would like to go back and check out the other drinks on the menu as well as the food. Definitely bookmarked this spot for a return visit. There is a parking garage about three blocks away. We paid $12.00 for about three hours. Not bad at all.

Modern, dark, speakeasy vibes on the inside with windows overlooking the Main Street, and a…read morespacious outdoor deck quite literally in the shadow of the gorgeous Maryland State House. All housed in the historic Capital Hotel, newly renovated in November of 2022. The atmosphere here is immaculate. It is a must see when enjoying the sights of Annapolis. My girlfriend and I stopped in on a Thursday afternoon after touring the State House. We each ordered the Monkey Smoke (Penicillin), and she ordered a small plate with avocado and lump crabmeat, which we ordered just in time as the kitchen closed between 3 and 4. The standout of the day for me was the old fashioned, made with plum bitters. One of the best old fashioneds I've ever had. The servers were all very friendly and quick. We will definitely come back the next time we're in town, and definitely recommend this to others.