Friday night happy hour at Cured delivered exactly what we were looking for: good food, a lively-but-comfortable atmosphere, and attentive service. We grabbed high-top seats with a view of the bar and ordered a meaty red wine, arugula salad, crispy Brussels sprouts, + Oysters Rockefeller. The oysters were the standout. They had a wonderful natural sweetness, balanced vs. heavy. The Crispy Brussels sprouts were another favorite, and the arugula salad helped round everything out nicely. There was a moderate Friday-night crowd and some bar noise, but it never became distracting. Service was attentive and relaxed. A really enjoyable happy-hour stop in Columbia, and those Oysters Rockefeller are absolutely worth ordering again. read more

Cured Table & Tap - Big Red :) - American Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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Cured has become our favorite local watering hole, and for good reason. The cocktails, food, and service are consistently outstanding, with quality ingredients and attention to detail in everything they do. The atmosphere is clean, comfortable, and welcoming, making it a great place to relax and enjoy an evening out. What really sets Cured apart is the incredible selection of spirits. With hundreds of whiskeys, bourbons, scotches, and other spirits to choose from--plus a great craft beer and wine selection--there is always something new to discover. As members of the Whiskey Explorer Club, we love coming in to try new pours and learn from the knowledgeable staff. The team is always friendly, approachable, and happy to share recommendations or have a conversation. Add in the convenient layout and easy bathroom access, and it's clear that a lot of thought has gone into creating a great guest experience. We always look forward to our next visit! read more

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Previously been to the bar on random weekdays, bartenders always give great service. Most recently, husband took me here on a date on a Sunday. We were pleasantly surprised to find out they had a Sunday HH going on. Waitress was fantastic. Their smoked old fashioned was on point, and sangrias good as well. Had the Philly cheesesteak rolls and a salad entree, both delish. Will deff be back! PARKING: free public garage across the street. read more

Did not love the food or experience. Came here with friends. Service was slow and had to ask for things several times from our waitress. I ordered the Fried Oysters, Duck Fat Fries, and Philly Cheese Steak Eggroll. I was worried this would be too much. But thankful I ordered what I did because the Fried Oyster portion was disappointing. For $12.21, you receive 2 small fried oysters, with no seasoning. It is plated on about a thick 3 inches square bed of salt. There was crumbled bits of prosciutto on top. And then a smear of provolone mornay under the shell. Very disappointing. The Philly Cheesesteak Eggroll had an odd taste. Nothing to write home about. The Duck Fat Fries were good but came with ketchup. I asked if they had another sauce or aioli and our waitress replied "like what". I asked if they had ranch or an aioli, which she wasn't sure and went to check. But then didn't come back. Eventually when she came back, for something else, I asked her and she went to get a ranch. Would not recommend or come back. read more

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Still one of my favorite Columbia spots! I've been coming for years and service is always on point. Everyone is so nice here! Special shout out to Kat! Thank you! I enjoy the food. I like that they change out their menu. The happy hour specials are excellent. I had a very nice smoked old fashioned during my most recent visit. read more

We were walking in the area and my husband was drawn to the smells of burgers wafting through the air. I was looking forward to having another tasty mocktail. Well, those plans were dashed. We entered and there was no wait, yay! We were led to a section with eight empty tables. Most tables sat 4 people. One of the hosts brought us to a 2-seater while we prefer to sit side by side. We were disappointed to be told that we couldn't sit in any of those seats. Still we looked over the menu while waiting for a waiter and the many people that were expected to fill the 7 available tables. After 10 minutes without any service, we had time to choose another restaurant. One star lost for service, no waiter and all those tables that remained empty. read more

Cured Table & Tap - His first impression ... I know it could have been great! - American Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Really enjoyed lunch at Cured. I couldn't decide what I wanted, and ended up ordering 2 appetizers that stood out - the brussels sprouts and cheesesteak eggrolls. The eggrolls were pretty good but I will likely be ordering those brussels every time! My boyfriend got the burger with a fried egg and couldn't stop talking about how good it was. I decided last minute to also get dessert, which was amazing. One of the managers stopped by our table to greet and introduce herself, and was very pleasant. I'd like to try a cocktail next time as well, as the menu looked really interesting. read more

Cured Table & Tap - American Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

My cousin and I visited for a quick bite after a Yelp experience around the corner. We just wanted a quick "snack" and drink before heading home to Philly. We were seated pretty quickly, considering it was almost 7pm when we arrived. Our waiter introduced himself (such a sweetheart) gave us a chance to peruse the menu and didn't push us to order more than what we wanted. We ordered: Watermelon Refresher -- Melon Infused Vodka, Watermelon Syrup, Falernum, Lemon Juice x2 Cured Crab Wontons -- Cream Cheese, Scallions, Lump Crab, Old Bay, Lemon Juice Pretzel Bites -- Cherry Pepper Cheese Sauce Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding -- Caramel Sauce, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream I was surprised that it was "Happy Hour" considering it was a Sunday and 7pm. That's VERY rare!! The drink was fruity, tarty and sweet. My cousin couldn't finish hers, so I finished it for her. Definitely a drink that will creep up on you. Loved it. The crab wontons were delicious and didn't need any condiments or sauce to accompany. The pretzel bites are always a go-to if a restaurant has them. I wasn't a fan of the cheese sauce because the cherry peppers made it spicy and I'm not a fan of spicy cheese. Our waiter suggested dessert and we asked what he would select if he were eating here. He suggested the Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding. It was heavy like he said it would be. We ate around the ice cream (the bread pudding that was covered with ice cream + the ice cream) and took the rest home. The ambiance was a quiet one. Average amount of noise, still able to hold a conversation. Very first date | getting to know you setting. Would definitely return to try other items on the menu read more

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I finally was able to visit...this joint has been on my radar for quite some time. Food was pretty good. I had the "cured and dagger" with Brussels sprouts and my wife tried the sliders and duck fat fries. Everything was delicious. Our server was very friendly and efficient. Sadly we did not have room for dessert, that'll have to wait until another visit. The space has an energetic atmosphere, so it's not the spot for quiet conversation. Only ding would be the host staff. Sadly there was no enthusiasm...almost gloomy. Upon leaving, there was no "thanks for visiting" or any acknowledgment of our presence. I'll certainly be back, but likely for the sister restaurant...18th & 21st. read more

I chose this place because it was a good halfway point as a meet up and the Bourbon choices looked solid! The location was interesting because it's located as an anchor in a large business building. Parking is easy peasy in the attached garage. However, once you walk inside, the vibe morphs in to excellence. The initial greeting was warm and we were seated immediately. The restaurant was packed but still maintained a relaxed atmosphere. We had the seasonal Sangria to start and it was fabulous! We started with Crab Wantons, Tuna Tartare, and the fried oysters. The fried oysters are a definite STANDOUT STAR! Bravo to the Chef for this unique and tasty creation. Loved how the fried oysters were presented on the shells! We then shared the NY Strip, Steak Frites and Lobster Mac and cheese! Perfect shareables, prepared superbly. Did we have dessert? Well yes, thank you...in the form of cocktails. Old Fashions and Espresso Martinis, oh my! Splendid! I highly recommend checking this place out, absolutely fabulous food and service! read more

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I liked my food, I found it satisfying and well plated. The service is okay, busy night so things are not a right away kind of thing. The ambience is simple and relaxing. I say that for it is my preference, others may not agree. Overall I will try to make it back here again. read more

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We arrived at this popular destination on an early Friday evening for dinner. I hadn't checked earlier but having a concert at near by Merriweather Post Pavilion also added to their crowd. We also found ourselves within the Happy Hour time frame. Service- was good and attentive. Food- I would think twice before ordering the Fried Oyster appetizer. The pickled cucumber slaw was a nice touch, the flavors complementing each other but left me wishing there were more oysters to enjoy. The brussel sprouts were tasty but overwhelmed with sauce. I did like the flavor, and they were tender to bite into but I would have enjoyed the crispy bits that wasn't as charred. I ordered the Fish and Chips which was a large portion. The fish was tender but a bit heavy due to the batter it was dipped in but the French fries were thin and crispy. The coleslaw was tasty and constructed differently than your typical type of coleslaw. I did enjoy that. My daughter seemed happy with her grilled salmon dinner. I would say my favorite choice of our meal was their classic Creme brûlée dessert. That was creamy, smooth and delicious. We are not drinkers but they have a huge bar that was very busy and appeared to have a wide selection of Whiskeys, wines, beer flights, specialty drinks and other beverages. I would like to return on a less busy day to try other selections of their seasonal menu. read more

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Came here for lunch on a budget. I was impressed by the interior decoration- it had a cozy, autumn theme with Fall leaves decorated around the bar for October. The staff were attentive and kind with quick service. Items are on the pricier end, but definitely high quality. I got their Crispy Brussel Sprouts which were coated in gochujang and kimchi mayo. It was INCREDIBLE and maybe one of the best ways I've had Brussel sprouts. I'd come again just for the Brussel sprouts, but I definitely want to try other items on the menu next time! I tried one Duck Fat Fry and it was also delicious. I heard their Cheesesteak egg rolls and burger are also excellent. For me, most of the menu is simple, but this place seems to excel with flavor and high quality ingredients! Can't wait to come back! read more

Cured Table & Tap - Crispy Brussel Sprouts - American Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

I love this place. Even when it gets crowded, it feels calm and intimate. The set up is nice whether sitting in the bar area or at a table. My go to is the salmon Caesar wraps with the fries, but I also love the chicken sandwich as well. I've never had an issue with customer service and I've been about four times. Perfect for solo dates and hanging out with family and friends. The prices are also reasonable. read more

Cured Table & Tap - American Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Our organization had a networking event at 18th & 21st. Everything was great- Shelly in particular was wonderful :) read more

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I'm writing this from my car because I'm that angry! I came here after a long day of work to enjoy dinner with my sister, and while the food was great, the waitress Sydney ruined our entire experience with her nasty, unwelcoming attitude and rudeness. She disliked us from the very start, it seemed, walking over unpleasantly, talking in almost a whisper, never introducing herself, no "you're welcome" to follow our "thank yous", and she never brought us silverware. (The food runner did) When we flagged her to ask for napkins, she said nothing, just spun around with unecessary attitude, came back, left them on the table, and walked off. When she finally refilled our water after refilling the couple's next to us. I said thank you as she poured, but she slammed the glass down, didn't say "you're welcome" and walked away. The couple next to us engaged us again, letting us know this wasn't all in our heads. We really tried to give grace thinking she was tired, but it was so unpleasant, we requested the manager instead of enjoying a dessert we were looking forward to. The manager and food runners were phenomenal! Adam, the manager, listened to us as well as the couple next to us who also saw her rudeness, and they even went as far as letting Adam know we were being really pleasant, and for some reason she just wasn't respectful to us. And please understand, all we wanted was basic respect and a pleasant meal. Sadly, that's not what we got. I have never experienced such nastiness, especially when we weren't being complicated customers. We sent nothing back, didn't complain about stuff, etc. I'm so grateful for the couple next to us for not just noticing, but for trying to help salvage our awful experience and speaking up when the manager came over. Thank you, kind strangers. As for Adam, thank you for listening and presenting us with a gift card. I am so put off by this experience, I can't imagine using it, but I'm grateful for your kindness. It really meant a lot. read more

My ex and I went here and we both got Ecoli from the Brussel sprouts. Never returned. I was violently ill for 2 weeks. Service was fine but after that awful experience never wanted to go back read more

It should be my favorite bar at Columbia ! Servers, ambience, food, temperature, noise of inside... everything was pretty good! It's my first visit. I think I come over very often. I still think about 3 things from the menu! 1-stone fruit salad from this months(Ingredient of the Month) 2-Edwin's Housemade ricotta cheese 3-Falafel Next time I will order these for sure! Add my favorite places! read more

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Stopped here on a Monday afternoon after hiking Billy Goat trail. Nice atmosphere, Cat was a great server, and a good amount of seating. Started with duck fat fries, they were good but would have liked spicy ketchup to go with them. We ordered a rip and dip burger, cured chicken sandwich, and a cured and dagger. All were cooked perfectly, and the brussel sprouts as a side were delicious! Definitely would come back and even try the sister restaurant next door, looked very nice. read more

Cured Table & Tap - Rip and dip burger with fries - American Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Great vibes, good food, excellent service. We had an incredible date night here! Happy hour is available all throughout the restaurant (not just the bar area) so we took advantage of that and burger night special. We started off with short rib empanadas which were very tasty. Our server recommended the brussel sprouts which we also enjoyed, but I felt that there was too much chili sauce for it to be swimming. We shared the breakfast burger and the kitchen was so generous to split it for us so we each had a fried egg! The burger was also suppose to come with sausage gravy but I'm not sure if ours had that- which was unfortunate since i was looking forward to that! Lastly, we ended the night with chocolate cake and the donut bread pudding. Chefs kiss- I think the dessert was my favorite part of the meal! read more

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Great food, nice ambience, what more can you get?! They have an awesome parking garage right next to the restaurant so there is plenty of parking. Inside, it is a bit more upscale than most restaurants so it's great for a date night or a girls day out. The food and drinks were great. The service was wonderful too! read more

I went for brunch and made a reservation the day before. It's really close to Columbia mall but thankfully, it's not in an area that is overcrowded. With a private and free parking garage, it's a great location. I had shrimp and grits paired with an avocado salad. The portions are "small plate" size so pairings are ideal. The price point is economical as well. The brunch menu has flare and variety with bottomless mimosas with a range of flavors. I enjoyed the food. The shrimp and grits were so flavorful! The salad included chopped mango and a light dressing. I appreciated the crisp mixed greens. The coffee was just ok but I am a flavored creamer type of girl so I rarely enjoy restaurant coffee with plain creamer. Service was prompt. I noticed several areas that could accommodate large parties too. I would return and cant wait to try the French Toast. read more

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Our waiter was amazing. The drinks were tasty and strong. That is where the pleasant experience ended. This place is great for networking and or late night happy hour coming straight from the office with a few of your colleagues as seemed to be the consistent patrons (regulars) however, if you are trying to have a certain vibe make your way to the back. We ordered the catfish, the short rib empanadas, the brussels sprout, and a soft. crab sandwich. read more

My family arrived on time for our 2:15 reservation on a Sunday, they serve brunch until about 3:30. The hostesses were pleasant and we were seated shortly after arriving. Our server was nice, unfortunately can't remember her name! The food/ drinks Coconut blackberry sangria- so, while I'm a huge sangria fan, this drink was extremely strong, I couldn't finish it. This is partly my fault, because when I looked back at the menu, I noticed the first ingredient was vodka. The vodka taste was over pouring and this was more like a cocktail rather than the sangria flavor I was looking for. The assorted bread basket- over 10 dollars for pastries from Costco. Not impressed. Salmon flatbread- was just ok. Steak and eggs- my husband didn't say anything at all about his food which leads me to believe he too was underwhelmed. For a place that requires a $40 deposit, we really weren't impressed. The food definitely isn't horrible, but it was very basic. I'm giving this place 4 starts because of the service and maybe we need to come back for dinner. read more

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The food here is delicious the ambiance is very nice. Went for Sunday brunch not a lot of options and not a full bar ..... they didn't have numerous things we asked for.... Service was ok. read more

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We were heading to Laurel and then found out the place we were going was crossed. We stumbled into this place which is like 17 min from Laurel thanks to some Quick Yelp searches and all agreed this place is pretty good. We came for brunch which is like reasonably priced tapas. The whiskey, bourbon, and beer selections are pretty fantastic. They even have a pre mixed old fashion on tap that is even better. Desserts such as the donut of the day and bread of the day are a nice thing to take home to anyone you have waiting. We sat at the bar and were served by Able who was attentive and informative. Great experience and I can't wait to come back for dinner. read more

Cured Table & Tap - French Toast was pretty good. - American Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

Went for their happy hour menu. We got short rib empanadas, roasted garlic hummus, pretzel bites, and the Nashville chicken bites (not pictured). I wouldn't say it was a good deal, the serving sizes were pretty small. Taste wise it was pretty standard, not amazing but still pretty good. I think the best was the pretzel bites out of the 4 we ordered, then the chicken bites. read more

Cured Table & Tap - Happy hour menu - American Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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Our book club chose this location to meet up. Wasn't quite the book club vibe (wanted something more loungey) but the food was good and service was fast. I would eat most of what we had again. My favorite by far was the catfish strips-- tender fish that wasn't overly battered. The crab meat pizza took us wayyy by surprise. It was different but ended up also being one of my favorite. Lastly the Brussel sprouts we had to get another round of... that and another round of the hibiscus margarita... delicious. I would visit again for sure. read more

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We recently visited again. Food was good. I'm happy to see they are making their crab cakes larger again. They have nice food and drink options. And coffee is fresh and hot. Service is the downfall, wait staff is slow and overwhelmed. Overall, a favorite. read more

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Returning, after a negative dining experience, we went for Happy Hour with a giftcard from the manager as an apology for our first visit- we sat at the bar & ordered two smoked old fashioneds & some scotch pours The experience was far better. We enjoyed the sultry ambiance of the intimate bar area, with very friendly staff, & well-made deliciously flavored balanced drinks Won't be a regular spot for us, but this visit did boost our perception of the place- would reccommend if anyone wants a decent cocktail happy hour mingle read more

We visited this place in the summer of 2023 Came here for happy hour with wife and friends. It had a very nice atmosphere with plenty of room at the bar as well as tables all around the bar area. There were 2 bartenders who were extremely friendly and knowledgeable about what they serve. The restaurant portion of the establishment was on the other side but I didn't bother taking a tour of it. Our bartender was Mariah and she was very efficient in her service. Even the food we ordered came out right away. The food was good but I cant say anything really stood out but hey I was busy enjoying myself to really taste the food so there is that. Anyway, we really enjoyed ourselves. And the free parking garage made the restaurant so easily accessible. read more

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Loved the food, service, and the ambience. A+ on everything. One of my favorite spots!

Went for brunch. Our server was excellent. He made great recommendations. The food was OK. We have been to 18th and 21st and was expecting the food to be better. The portions were not what I expected. We could've gone to another place at the same quality of food with larger portions, but the food was good overall. read more

Headline: Solid but nothing special. My husband and I came on a Sunday evening. There's free covered parking right next door which is super convenient. We were pleasantly surprised to see they offer a happy hour menu on a Sunday. We were seated right away (wasn't a huge crowd but that could have been because it was the end of Easter Day) and service was good. Decent ambiance- more on the moody side and good for a date night. The food was just ok. And what I mean is the menu didn't have anything that sounded really amazing. Perhaps I should have checked the Yelp reviews before ordering to help me decide better. We didn't intend to order most of our meal off the happy hour menu but that's what we ended up doing aside from getting the Cheesesteak egg rolls as an appetizer from the main menu. We got the sliders, a smoked salmon toast with avocado spread, and the roasted brussel sprouts. The brussel sprouts had the most flavor with chipotle sauce followed by the cheesesteak eggrolls. My husband did not care much for the sliders due to the tomato jam and Swiss cheese combo (too tangy, maybe a different cheese would balance better). The smoked salmon toast was lacking any flavor- the avocado spread was simply bland avocado. For drinks, we both ordered the smoked Old Fashioned which were fine. Overall, this place could be great and maybe we need to try it again on a different day (like when they have jazz music). read more

Gear ambience and great service and great food! I went there twice during my week long stay in the area. I will go back when I'm in town.

I tried coming here on a Friday night as a walk in and was told it was too packed. Be sure to make a reservation before! Ginger cocktail: probably one of the best cocktails I've had. 5/5 stars. It taste like a spiced apple cider with a ginger explosion. Very good! Whiskey flights: a lot to choose from and worth the experience. Fries in duck fat: these are potato wedges. Good overall but honestly just taste like normal fries. Empanadas: these were average. Burger: served on Hawaiian roll. I paid extra to add avocado, bacon and a nice over easy egg. Definitely worth the cost! The Brussels sprouts are a 6/5 stars. The best Brussel sprouts I've ever had. Very flavorful! Gnocchi: I'd give this 3/5 stars. Overall it was okay. There's a little kick to it but I didn't really taste much coconut from it at all. read more

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This spot was recommended by my daughter who lives in Columbia MD. Family birthday dinner celebration. I love the way they have this set up. Clean and modern feel. Our server was great and very attentive. The food was delicious. I got the salmon grilled with greens and sweet potatoes. Delish and the way the greens were prepared went so well with the salmon and sweet potatoes. Will definitely come back! read more

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Disappointed with both the service and the food. The chilled poached lobster was chewy and clearly overcooked. My server didn't seem to know the menu, couldn't offer specials, and had no recommendations for cocktails. Aside from the ambiance, nothing about the experience matched the high ratings. Overall, very underwhelming. read more

One of our favorite places for happy hour! We have always had the best food, drinks, and service. Can't wait for warmer weather and we can enjoy their outside patio. read more

Who knew! 2 eateries in 1 location. Brunch at 12 and then come back for dinner at 7 :-) Previous rating: Umm Okay!! I pass this place numerous times and never really thought to stop by. A friend set up girls brunch and Cured Table & Tap luckily had room big enough for our party. The atmosphere is beautiful and very sophisticated. We were seated upon arrival and our waiter was very quick, attentive and knowledgeable about the different cocktails served (always a plus!!)I ordered the steak, eggs and potatoes; my steak was cooked as requested and no extra heat. I also tried the french toast on the side because I always need something sweet :-)) They were soft with cream cheese spread, raspberry jelly and syrup. All delicious.The nightly speakeasy offers a supper club vibe, with evenings being filled with smooth jazzy. So definitely dress your best. Parking is free and directly next to the building, making going here hassle free.I definitely plan to return to listen to some smooth jazz! read more

Cured Table & Tap - American Near Me - Columbia, Maryland

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