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Iron Rooster

4.1 (2.1k reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating

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Oreo Roostart
Adam C.

OMG! Like the best pop tart you've ever had. So good. Little bit of a wait but worth it. Service was great and outside dining was very nice. Definitely check it out.

Eggs Benedict and stuffed Boston Creme French Toast
Sef E.

Super cute spot right in the heart of Annapolis! They have outdoor patio, indoors downstairs and upstairs. We enjoyed the view from the windows upstairs. They have so many awesome options for breakfast and lunch! We had brunch, and enjoyed the new waffle tacos and French toast, along with eggs Benedict. Service was kind and attentive, always refilling the coffee cups! This spot was great. Only metered street parking here.

Glenn C.

Love the chicken n waffles and chicken salad sandwich with old bay. Great service. Great location

Smoked Brisket Chili Omelet
Amy O.

We dined at Iron Rooster in Annapolis and absolutely loved it! The decor is so homey and comforting, it honestly feels like you're sitting in your grandma's kitchen! They're a scratch country kitchen that specializes in breakfast, and you can really taste the freshness in the food. When we visited on 01/17/26, the weather outside was freezing cold and even hailing, so this ended up being the perfect cozy breakfast spot for us! The restaurant was super packed, but they still managed to accommodate us quickly, which we really appreciated! Breakfast Egg Rolls: These were filled with bacon, sausage, egg, and cheddar, and served with an aioli sauce that honestly tied the whole dish together! They were perfectly crispy on the outside and packed with flavor. This ended up being my husband favorite thing here! Pork Belly & Grits: Fresh thick cut of pork belly, served over a bed of creamy cheddar grits and drizzled with a sweet mustard sauce. The pork belly was crispy and rich, and the grits were smooth and comforting! Smoked Brisket Chili Omelet: This omelet was loaded with smoked brisket and chili, topped with cheddar, sour cream, green onions, and tortilla chips. It was served with fries, but we substituted sautéed mushrooms. Homemade Pop-Tarts: These thick, chunky homemade pop-tarts were actually the main reason we came here! They were highly recommended to us, and we honestly loved ordering them as an appetizer. We tried one with Nutella and bananas and another with candied bacon. Both were served warm with whipped cream and were absolutely delicious! They are a little on the sweeter side, but definitely worth trying! Irish Wake-Up Call (Irish Coffee): This drink was made with Jameson, RumChata, brown sugar vanilla simple syrup, house-made cold brew, whipped cream, and cinnamon. It was smooth, slightly sweet, and the perfect drink to start the morning!

Daniel E.

Received recommendations from three people about Iron Rooster, and I am so happy that I listened, because it certainly was a terrific visit on a busy Saturday afternoon. Two floors along with an outside option. Parking a challenge, but that's the Historic District. Liked their Southwest Bowl a lot, and topped it with chicken. Service was really good from Gabby. Pricing fair. Cool interior. Comfortably crowded environment.

Elle S.

Thoroughly enjoyed the food and service at this location. The atmosphere was truly welcoming and staff were super kind. The food was fresh and tasty. We enjoyed our time.

Cocktails
Maryann K.

It was a hot day and there was no wait for an outdoor table so we took it. They have done a great job providing shade on the patio. Service was friendly and efficient. Location was really happening with a street market going on right outside. Brunch cocktail menu was amazing, had a hard time choosing. The vodka blueberry lemonade cocktail I had was perfect for a hot summer day. My husband had a coffee cocktail that was delicious. Let's talk about the crab omelette. OMG. They did not skimp on crab or any of the ingredients. I'm an omelette snob and generally prefer making my own but this one was top tier. I live about an hour from this restaurant and would gladly drive back for another crab omelette.

Rooster Bites = Korean BBQ chicken
KB L.

Off-tourist season in downtown Annapolis doesn't get much better than grabbing an outdoor table and having a strong drink and good apps at Iron Rooster. HITS: Lump crab dip, Rooster bites, Bloody Mary

Kimberly K.

I had a mixed experience overall. I ordered the chicken and waffles. The fried chicken had good seasoning and flavor, which I did enjoy. However, the chicken was breast meat and sliced thin, which made it come across as dry. I did tell the server I liked it and didn't go into much detail since she seemed very busy and I didn't want to add stress in the moment. Still, it's not something I would personally order again. The waffle situation was more frustrating. I initially received cornmeal waffles, but I had told my server ahead of time that I strongly avoid cornmeal. She said she would substitute them, so I was surprised when the plate came out with the original cornmeal waffles. I didn't realize at first and ended up taking a bite before noticing. I let the server know and she had the kitchen remake it. The replacement Belgian waffles were overcooked and dense, so they didn't really improve the experience. The butter though was genuinely delicious, just very rich and more of a holiday-style flavor than something I'd personally crave in warmer weather. I also had a basic cup of coffee made with Rise Up Coffee Roasters, which was $4.50. That felt overpriced for what it was. I could have walked right across the street and had a specialty coffee from the source for very little extra cost, which honestly would have been the better choice. Overall, the experience had some clear issues, especially with the waffle mix-up and consistency, but it wasn't completely disappointing. I just don't think I would personally order the same meal again.

Crab Stuffed Avocado Salad
Carol R.

Cute brunch spot with outdoor seating. There was a wait, as expected for a Saturday. We asked for a table for three, but the host assumed the baby was the third and took us to a two-top. When we clarified that we had three adults, he gave us a lecture about how we miscommunicated, which was unnecessary and poorly handled. Fortunately, the rest of the visit was smooth. Our server was great, and the food was solid. The crab stuffed avocado salad was a bit mayo-heavy, but had good flavor.

Chicken & Waffles
Bradley L.

What a great spot for brunch! The service was smooth once we were seated. There was a little shouting match between a couple of the hosts when we were walking in but it didn't really bother us. The food here was spot on. This is the first place I've tried chicken and waffles where I think I finally understand the appeal. We also ordered the crab cake Benedict which was delicious. Packed with crabmeat

Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice - more like Minute Maid

The fresh squeezed OJ used to be actually fresh squeezed but not it's basically Minute Maid. I was told it's because they make it in batches. Do not recommend

Berry Pop tart
Alison M.

I loved me some Iron Rooster! Perfect location right in the heart of things by the waterfront downtown. Was like a 4 minute walk to the Naval Academy for our tour and we walked down to have breakfast first. They have tons of seating outside and inside and no wait to be seated when we arrived for breakfast. Service was prompt and efficient. Their menu is loaded with goodies. We tried a crab soup (tomato base), a pop tart and their breakfast quesadilla. The berry pop tart came out first like an appetizer and it was HUGE and so delicious. They have features pop tart flavors that rotate monthly so be sure to ask, but we went with the old faithful mixed berry and found it to be warm, savory and delicious. My breakfast quesadilla was huge and stuffed with onions, tomato, eggs, cheese and chorizo. It was served with house potatoes and they were wonderful too. I want to come back just to eat this! Hubs enjoyed his soup. 100% recommend if you are in town. Their lunch/dinner fare looked delicious too!

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ok food very expensive. The food is OK. They really just specialize on breakfast food

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Food was amazing!! We got the smoked salmon avocado toast, steak and eggs, the breakfast burrito and the seasonal pumpkin pop tart.

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How far is the parking garage and how much is it to park there?

Hello! When we went this past spring 2022, we just parked in the metered parking near the water and walked across the street to the restaurant. I don't know of any "parking garage" sorry.

Is there parking located on-site?

They don't have a parking lot but there is a lot of public parking. Most of the public parking is meter parking so you'll have to pay a few dollars.

Dogs allowed in the outside seating?

Yes. Currently there is a bunch of outside seating between the restaurant and the Market House.

Is there a bottomless drink option for brunch?

Sydney C. - Pretty certain that they don't do bottomless ... but they do have happy hour from 7am-10am weekdays. Which has $5 mimosas.

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