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    Frederick Social

    4.0 (115 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Outdoor seating

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    Ryan V.

    I can't believe I've lived in the area as long as I have without trying Frederick Social. We don't have any plans on Christmas Day and Frederick social was open. We arrived around 1 and the server working gave us a tour of the place and thoroughly explained how to use the beer wall and gave us some good suggestions. We ordered some good and grabbed a beer to watch the game. The food was really good, I love the nachos with brisket. The layers are good as well as the toppings. My only recommendation woken be to smoke the brisket on site. You can tell that it isn't. The chicken tacos were very fresh and light. You can taste all of the flavors. They have a wall of 35+ beers, mix drinks, etc. with a ton of variety and local brews. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and are dog friendly. The staff was very accommodating and friendly.

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    Tamryn H.

    Experience was new and fun! I've never seen a self pour tap house, let alone with so much variety! There's truly something for everyone whether it be beer, cocktails, wine, or kombucha. They have cute safety checks in place to keep people from going overboard, but other than that, freedom is yours! Food is more unique than your typical bar fare, with bison burgers in a bowl, or kimchi mushroom burritos for example. The pretzel bites were a personal favorite. Would definitely come again.

    Stephanie P.

    We came here w our 2 kids in a day trip and enjoyed ourselves. The food was above average for bar food. I got the grilled cheese w chicken and mushroom. My kids got soft tacos & cheese pizza. The chicken was "very juicy" according to my daughter. My husband got "straight shooter flat bread pizza". We also got tater tots. The ambiance was nice. Good selection and variety of music. I enjoyed eating at a establishment that supports LGBTQ+ and trans rights clearly. Cute photo backdrop. Small area for kids to play. The bathroom even had a changing table and step stool for kids. So as someone w a family, I felt seen. The manager came around and asked how we were doing and offered to show my husband how things worked since we had never been here before. He got two beers from the taps. I'm pregnant so I got a non alcoholic beer. He ordered me a mojito mocktail but we never received it and it was voided off our check. Total for us was $126 for two adults, two children, and three drinks combined.

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    Megan A.

    Large selection of beverages in a continent location on the creek. Loved the Carmel espresso cocktail and the bison burger bowl.

    Nancy L.

    Frederick Social is a game-changer for beer enthusiasts. This fully self-serve beer tap restaurant offers a unique and interactive experience that's sure to impress. There are rows of gleaming beer taps, each offering a different brew waiting to be sampled. The concept is simple: grab a glass, grab a tap card, and pour yourself a pint of your favorite beer. With a wide selection of local and craft beers to choose from, there's something for every palate. The laid-back atmosphere is perfect for catching up with friends or unwinding after a long day. Plus, the self-serve setup means you can pour as much or as little as you like, giving you the freedom to sample a variety of brews without committing to a full pint. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, always on hand to offer recommendations or help you navigate the tap selection. We didn't try any of the food because we had just eaten lunch when we stumbled upon this but there's a menu of snacks and shareable plates to complement your brews. If you're not a fan of beer they also offer a few wines, seltzers, and mixed drinks on tap. And if you're not in the mood for something alcoholic, they offer zero alcohol beers and kombucha!

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    Madison P.

    Overall: super inclusive spot, fun pour your own beer selection, casual food, some TVs, lots of fun seating, some games, a kids area, and inclusive single stall bathrooms We will definitely be back. It was right on the river walk. It has a nice indoor and outdoor area to sit. I loved how there were lots of different places you could sit inside and I really appreciated the kids area. The pour your own beer wall also had coffee, komboucha, a non alcoholic option, cocktails, and I think wine. Options for everyone. The employees were very nice. One was new which I think is why our order originally came out without the proteins. It was fine for mine cus it was just on top but it made the ratios super off on my partners pizza. My spinach and broccoli bowl was tasty and balanced.

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    Mils S.

    Staff is very nice.  You walk in and open up a tab, they give you a card and you can use it to purchase yourself wine or beer from the taps machine.  They have about 50 taps!  The food is reasonably priced,  but took a while to come out, about 30 minutes for the eggs and kids Cheeseburger sliders.  They send you a text when your food is ready and you go pick it up.  I like the atmosphere, they open the garage doors when it's nice weather out.  They also have a small kids area.  It's a great place for drinks.

    Hiral D.

    Amazing concept in Frederick where you get to pour as much beer as you'd like from over 60 options and get charged accordingly. You use a Frederick social card that compiles the charges and a new glass for each new pour. They also have great happy hour with great food options for $5. We got tacos and street corn dip and it was delicious. We discovered the dragon mule cocktail on tap there and loved it. There's plenty of drink and food options for everyone with different health concerns. Can't wait to go back! It's also family friendly with games for little ones and outdoor seating as well.

    Cathy H.

    I love, LOVE this place! They give you a card and you can use it to pour however much beer you want to try. It could be anywhere from a few drops to a whole glass! Their selection was extensive. Not only do they have beers but they have ciders and cocktails on tap too!

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    I'm not into self serve. Was embarrassed that I took a friend there and didn't know it was like a cafeteria.

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    Choices are nice but it's deceptively expensive. Food was decent and had the new wine from the company I work for which was a surprise

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    The food is not good. It came out cold and it was bland. Their nachos have ketchup and mustard on it? Which was a choice.

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    Such a great spot!! So glad we found this place. Delish pour-yourself beer, fun savory waffles. Highly recommend.

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    Great selections of beers, ciders and cocktails on tap. Staff was really nice and I love the games. I definitely recommend it

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    I came here on a Saturday to listen to a friend perform live. The atmosphere is very cool, the food good and the concept intriguing.

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    Good food, multiple beer options on tap, and casual, friendly atmosphere. Will be back!

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    Love it and the fact it's right on Carroll Creek! Huge number of taps, great food and music. A comfortable place to chill.

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    Large outdoor patio right on the Carroll Creek for great sun and people watching.

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