I'm not sure Yelp will give me enough space to really explain how great this place is, on so many…read moredifferent levels. Let's start with the beer selection -- out of this world. Verified Untappd venue (iykyk), with what seems like endless taps and an even more impressive selection of cans/bottles. Bartenders are pretty damn knowledgeable about the product as well, which as a beer nerd is perfect. The food is fantastic. From appetizers (the fried vegetables are heaven) to entrees, it's the perfect amalgamation of classic bar food and Indian cuisine. Today when I was in I had the Taphouse (Lamb) Burger with fries and a side of their Makhani sauce (Pic attached). If a place has a lamb burger it's my immediate go to every time, and I have to say Taphouse has the best I've ever had. The lamb was cooked and seasoned perfectly, the vegetables were fresh, and that feta is that perfect accompaniment to round it off. The Makhani sauce is just good on everything. Could drink it. Not kidding. The venue offers a welcoming outdoor area and a semi-private indoor space perfect for events. I've booked Taphouse for both corporate and personal gatherings, and it's the easiest, most reliable spot in the County for hosting by far. Beyond the food and drink, Taphouse, and especially Sunny (the owner) are one of the most community engaged businesses in Southern Maryland. They have put on countless events supporting all types of local organizations, and always work with nonprofits when they need anything. Taphouse and Sunny himself really serve as one of the best ambassadors of St. Mary's County, especially since a large portion of the customers are transient. All in all, 100% a must try if in the area. But be warned, if you do, you will be coming back constantly.

Katelyn was amazing! She never made our party feel ignored. The ambiance of the room was welcoming…read moreand the advice on the types of beers to try were welcomed. Will definitely be returning.

The pumpkin espresso martini is soooo good! Holy moly! Also had two flights and the beer list was…read moreextensive. Almost everything we tried was tasty. I loved the inside, too. It was spacious but still small enough to still feel cozy. Service was also fantastic - attentive and quick. I don't get back to MD often, but will definitely put this on the list to visit again when I'm there!

Food is decent, service is great but seating can be a little bit of an issue if you are hoping to…read moresit inside in winter or summer. Overall just another chain bar that also serves food.

Came for lunch today with friends. Cobb Salad was huge and didn't need any meat to make it a great…read morechoice. Reuben with onion rings looked great and the wings were a hit. Fast, friendly service and a nice crowd. Buckets is a great hole in the wall that pleased all and will be back to try the crab cake and pizza soon!

Honestly. Just absolutely incredible experience at this place. All of the food was outstanding and…read moreabsolutely surprised me. This place kind of looks like a dive bar yet the food is on par with many high end bars I've been to. Kudos to this team. The cocktails were all delicious. Again, exceeded my expectations. Service phenomenal. 10/10. No notes. Keep doing your thing, Buckets.

Pax River Ale House in Lexington Park (basically California area) is a decent local hangout if…read moreyou're into craft beer and pub grub--nothing absolutely mind-blowing, but it gets the job done. They've got a solid tap list ...Wings, burgers, Cajun pasta, and fish n chips, etc. Vibe is casual neighborhood bar: laid-back, clean enough, good for watching games or grabbing a quick bite after work/base stuff. Service is usually friendly and quick, even when busy or during weird weather. It's spread out, so it can feel a bit empty at times, but that means no waiting forever for a table.

Good food and service. Kind of spread out, but that's OK. If these guys were in a better location…read moreor had slightly better visibility, I feel like they'd be a lot busier. Chill vibe inside. Regardless, it's a solid place for a meal or to get friends from work together. Thumbs up!

Was in the mood for some wings and decided to come here as it's been a while since I've been to a…read moreBWW. Came in and sat down and it didn't take long for the waitress to come by and take our order. The food came out shortly after which was amazingly fast. Our drinks were refilled without having to ask and we were checked on periodically. Ordered the hot and buffalo dry rub wings and regular cheeseburger. The dry rub wings were nice and crispy but the wet wings meat were half slightly dry. The hot was surprisingly hot and the buffalo was a little hot but good. The cheeseburger was a bit greasy bit tasted so good. Definitely goes well with a beer. Not many games on that night so old games were playing but there are so many tvs in here game day would be great. I would come back again.

Serviceable in the most basic sense. Wings are reliable, but could be so much better. Kind of has a…read morefunky odor in the walkway and dining room. Service is pretty basic but not bad. It seems like they really cut back on people working unless it's a weekend, which often means waiting around for someone to come to the front. All of this could be easily fixed with better, more experienced management.

After a long and, honestly, disappointing 103 on the front nine, nothing could have saved me…read more Nothing could have made my day better or brightened the mood. That was until I ordered the chicken tenders and fries with a cold lemonade. at the Ironwood Grille. The lemonade had the perfect cold crispness to it on the nice spring day that it was. The chicken tenders and fries were cooked and crisped to perfection. Great food for an even better price. It almost made me forget I shot a 172.

As a member at the golf course, the food is good enough…read more Service is great, shout out Mary Lou at the bar Ambiance is nice Great spot if you want less of a crowd

Ok I'm actually shocked at how good the food is for it being a sports bar. I never really…read moreconsidered that they would have tasty food and I was so pleasantly surprised! The sweet potato fries were perfectly salted and the chicken quesadilla was better than anything I've ever made for myself. It's a pretty big quesadilla and I ate 3/4 of it. I also liked the salsa it came with. Yuengling's were on Happy Hour so I had the large size. I also liked the decor inside - locally themed is always super cool.

Went here for my husband's colleague's retirement lunch... and was impressed by the quick service…read morefor such a large party... The venue was also nice for fitting the whole party with plenty of televisions surrounding the restaurant. What brings my rating to a "2" is simply the food. It was not bad, but also not good. I had the crab soup. It was very salty and had a weak flavor. If you are going here to hangout, great; going to enjoy a delicious dinner? I think not...

Casual local friendly brewery. Nice vibe…read more The food was good. The duck fat fries with the sauce was amazing. The chicken wings were nicely done. The Brussels sprout with hoisin sauce wasn't the best combination. It was too salty and I already have asked for less sauce. The meat lovers pizza crust was too soft. Decent beer selection.

Decided to give Ruddy Duck a revisit on a spur of the moment decision with the wife. It's always a…read moretreat to come here. Immediately greeted upon entry and chose the dining room and maybe had 3 other couples at the same time. Cole was our server and they were fantastic! Attentive and never let the beer get empty and was willing to suggest substitutions or modifications with ease and expertise! We had the crab dip to start and honestly I'd give it a 3.2/5. Definitely had a crab flavor but it had much more cheese than meat. Wifey ordered the Brussels sprouts and old bay wings as her meal and I went with the prime dip with bacon and duck fat fries. Brussels weren't hoisin like on menu but left dry with a balsamic sauce on the side! Crunchy and flavorful! 4.4/5! Wings were perfectly seasoned and huge! Perfectly crispy and delicious. 4.7/5! As for the Prime Dip! Sooo much cheese. Must have a Green Bay Packer fan in the kitchen or something but hot damn. Prime rib was flavorful. Bacon was a genius addition by yours truly. Would order again. 4.89/5. Would love a seeded hoagie roll with this. Love this old watering hole. Irish Stout was a banger and Rud Light never fails! Will return!! 4.85/5!!!!

After moving to Southern Maryland almost 50 years ago, my brother, sister and myself have worked in…read moremultiple restaurants and bars on Solomons over the years. Including The Naughty Gull, Solomon's Pier, Harbor Lights and The Lighthouse. We have had a lot of "good" and "not so good" meals over the years. But for the last several years we have been opting for The Island Hideaway. Every time has been truly exceptional!! Service, food and atmosphere!! Easter brunch today was no different! "Angie", "Angelina", "Gina"was the best server we have had yet!! We will be back again soon!! Senn/Graves Party

About a 1-1.5: The Island Hideaway is a family-owned and -operated restaurant in Solomon's Island -…read moretheir menu is pretty extensive, offering various apps, soups, salads, sandwiches, pastas, entrees, and kid options. We stopped by while we were in the area to have a late lunch - we ordered: +the Seafood Cannelloni - stuffed with shrimp, crab, and ricotta in a housemade pasta, baked, and topped with a choice of cabernet marinara or Parm alfredo sauce; you can also do half and half!; this was actually a pretty okay dish, with the sauces being thick and creamy; the best part, however, as the side of garlic bread that was super garlicky and had a nice crisp to it - amazing when dipping in the sauce! The cannelloni itself was okay, but the seafood filling was a bit overcooked, making both the shrimp bits and the crab rubbery +the Crab Cake Dinner - you can choose 1 or 2 5oz crabcakes; served with a choice of 2 sides; we went for the House Salad and the Skinny Fries; the salad that was served had old/wrinkled tomatoes; just couldn't see why a restaurant would serve something like that to its patrons; we were excited for the crabcakes, but they were less than mediocre; the hot sauce that they had was not a good complement at all; fries were not seasoned at all and forgettable Service was fine, and the place is dim-lit and slightly cramped - if you're sitting at one of the tables set in an angular way, you're bound to be constantly bumped into by the passing service staff and patrons. Gravel parking available, as well as street parking. +garlic bread with cabernet marinara & Parm alfredo sauce +avoid the crabcakes +avoid the salads +ample parking

I love coming to OTP! I enjoy coming here every few months and honestly if it were closer to me I…read morewould go more often. It's located in St. Mary's in the quaint scenic town of Leonardtown. OTP has their own parking lot and there's also lots of street parking. The fills up fast on the weekends but there's plenty of seating in the main dining area, a separate dining area, and covered outdoor seating as well. I've loved almost everything I've tried. Last night I ordered the chicken tenders, a simple win . The bbq flatbread is definitely one of my favorites and highly recommended. The chicken pesto sandwich is also A1, and a great portion size. The bar tenders are always friendly and service is always great. I have never had a bad experience here. Great local spot and definitely another hidden gem of Southern Maryland. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. Bonus tips: The seasonal desserts never disappoint! Great for watching big games/sporting events ‍‍ Date night friendly. The town is "walkable" and situated near other local eateries, bars, coffe shops, and a waterfront area.

Always had great experiences here. Good food, great service. Chill vibe. Definitely recommended.read more