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.

I can't even begin to describe what a great experience this was!…read more Service was amazing, got sat next to a cool couple that eats here regularly so they gave us the scoop on good eats, & the onion rings were literally trip best thing I've ever put in my mouth. 10/10 WILL BE COMING BACK!!!

In a shopping center so plenty of parking. We came here around 12:30 on a Saturday and they were…read morevery busy. There is some seating outdoors, a good amount of seats indoors and bar seating. For a table for 3, it would have been about a 25 minute wait but there was plenty of seating at the bar open so we opted for that. I don't believe they take reservations. Bartender was great and service was fast. Ordered a couple of beers and for food, we opted for the Honey Old Bay Wings, the Crab Cake Grilled Cheese and the Slammin' Salmon. Everything came out fairly quickly. The wings were amazing! Very tender and hot and the Honey Old Bay Ratio was perfect. I loved my Slammin' Salmon sandwich and the Crab Cake Grilled Cheese was also good. The portions were large and we had a great time here. Would definitely recommend coming!

Dry 85 in Annapolis absolutely deserves five stars. From the moment we sat down at the bar, the…read moreservice was outstanding. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and clearly very knowledgeable about both the food and whiskey selection. You can tell they genuinely enjoy what they do, and their recommendations made the experience even better. The seafood mac & cheese was unreal -- pure cheesy, gooey goodness packed with flavor and perfectly cooked seafood. Comfort food at its absolute best. We also tried the WhistlePig Old Fashioned with bacon, and it was hands down one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time. Rich, smoky, smooth, and perfectly balanced without being overly sweet. What really sets Dry 85 apart is the whiskey and cocktail selection. The variety is seriously impressive, whether you're a casual bourbon fan or a full whiskey enthusiast. One of the bartenders recommended trying a bourbon flight, and it ended up being one of the highlights of the night. They took the time to explain the differences between pours and made the experience feel approachable and fun instead of intimidating. The atmosphere has a great upscale-but-relaxed vibe that makes it easy to settle in and enjoy yourself. Between the amazing drinks, incredible food, and top-tier service, this place completely exceeded expectations. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Annapolis.

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.

Stopped by Pearl for a quick lunch and grabbed a seat at the bar. It ended up being such a nice…read morelittle spot. I had the tuna tartare with blood orange and a side of Parmesan fries. The tartare was really well balanced and fresh with just the right hint of citrus. The fries were also tasty and hit the spot. Our bartender was friendly and very accommodating, which also helped make the experienced. Overall, a great quick stop and I would definitely come back.

Tiki bars are in short supply around here, so we decided to check out Pearl for an early drink on…read moreFriday evening. The hostess was helpful and explained that you can get the tiki drinks from both the Pearl and Ponche menus at the tiki bar upstairs, so that is what we did. It was 6pm and still pretty quiet. My partner ordered the caipirinha and I got the Baja blast. We both agreed that they were solid but not amazing. He also ordered a pour from their decently long rum list, which he enjoyed. I would come back if in the neighborhood to try more of their drinks.

The goat is great. You walk in and feel like you discovered a secret spot. Something special. A…read morelittle place making great drinks, unique Latin inspired food and good specials. If they have a soup of the day, I usually get it and it's always good. The food is pretty, the plates are colorful and the cocktails are carefully made. Give them a try! It's a small place, but they are usually on top of things. If not, give 'em a minute. It's worth it. There is a small dog friendly patio out back.

Kind of a hidden gem as it's a block away from Dock Street and two blocks from Main Street. Well…read moreworth the visit. My girlfriend and I were staying for a night at the Gibson's Inn just a block away and so we stumbled upon this place just from walking around. Glad we came here for dinner. Excellent little corner restaurant and cocktail bar. There was live music in the corner while we were there, dim lighting, nice decor, friendly service, and the pièce de résistance: a phenomenal meal. My girlfriend had the blackened mahi burger, and I had the steak burrito, stuffed to capacity, drenched in red sauce and crema, exquisitely prepared and presented. Washed down with a local IPA. If we lived locally we would come here a lot more often. As is, we promise to come back when we are back in Annapolis, whenever that may be!

Best restaurant I have been to in several years. Has a big city vibe, warm ambiance, fantastic…read morefood and the staff is amazing. We try to go as often as we can.

Food. Good. But only worth it if you are sharing plates. On an expense account. Our a special…read morenight. If you are looking to spend $50 on six scallops or $70 on a NY Strip, there are better and cheaper options in Eastport Service. Great. Ambiance. Ungodly loud on a busy night. We were seated at a small two top and needed to shout Unfortunately this is typical of many Annapolis restaurants. Overpriced for a mediocre experience.

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.

We had made a reservation here for a Sunday brunch at 11. It wasn't overly busy when we came. This…read moreis in downtown Annapolis so there's some street parking around. Bright and open inside with friendly service. We ordered a handful of mimosas and got a couple of small bites to share. Sourdough Foccaccia - this was pretty good, warm and toasted. Pork Bites - I loved the flavor but thought this was pork belly and not ground pork. Overall, flavor was good but the texture wasn't great. Crispy Kale - this is very popular here and we really enjoyed it. The cumin yogurt really brought it together. Pickled Squid - Not what we expected but I actually really liked this dish. We did also order the Coconut Panna Cotta for dessert. The raspberry was pretty prominent here and wasn't as custard like as expected, just a little too soft but the flavor otherwise wasn't bad. Overall, everything was pretty good and I would visit again to try other items on their menu.

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.

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.

We really appreciate the great service & delicious food. Lovely presentation & atmosphere. When…read morecan we come back? Thank you Leo!

Went here with friends on a Saturday night after listening to live music. We didn't have…read morereservations and waited for a table. We didn't have to wait long as a family with a baby was about to leave. I looked around and the space is modern and clean. There is a bar area that is well lit and inviting if I was dining by myself. The menu isn't your typical Italian menu. There was a chicken fried tofu appetizer, steak frites, smash burgers and snakehead. I don't know what snakehead is so ai went with the catfish carbonara, my friend had the steak frites and my other friend had the Brussel sprouts appetizer and pear salad. We also shared a bottle of red wine. Our dessert was a deconstructed sundae with cannoli bits and delicious. Our server was Brendan and he was fantastic. He answered our questions and checked in and chatted with us for a bit. Highly recommend this restaurant.