I love this place! We came here on a lazy snowy Saturday right as it opened, and we got a great…read moretable right by the window. It filled up fast, and there was a lively bar crowd, and also an engagement party celebration upstairs. All of the servers were so friendly, and happy to share their favorite dishes and beers, etc. We started with the wings, which were great, and then we had the house salad with salmon and the burger and fries. OK, I did not order the burger and fries, but my boyfriend did, and I ate half the fries on his plate, they were that good! Great, friendly, with generous pours for wine, and just a really friendly, great place with perfect food for a winter day. I wish I could find a place like this in Washington, DC.

I've been coming to Hootch & Banter on and off since I moved to Frederick, and it's definitely a…read morespot worth visiting. I usually come for brunch, and it's consistently good. The restaurant has a great vibe, and you can tell a lot of attention went into the design and overall atmosphere. The staff can be a bit hit or miss. Our servers have always been friendly and attentive, but the host has been a little off-putting on a couple of visits. The food is still very good, although I've noticed a slight decline in quality over my last two visits. That said, it hasn't been enough to keep me from coming back. Overall, it's a great restaurant and one I'd still recommend to anyone visiting or living in Frederick.

"Once again you showed this 83 year old hard of hearing Vietnam veteran all the reasons why I keep…read morecoming back. My reservation was made easily and accommodations for my hearing issue were provided. Upon arrival we were greeted and seated immediately. Menus were already on the table and the chairs were properly aligned for easy access. The food and table service were superb. I WILL return.

Wine Kitchen on the Creek in Frederick is everything a date night restaurant should be,and then…read moresome. We sat outside along Carroll Creek on a perfect evening and honestly the setting alone is worth the visit. But the food is what will bring you back. The pressed watermelon, feta and pistachio salad with vanilla onion jam was a nightly special and was outstanding... one of those dishes that sounds unexpected but every element makes complete sense together. The dill pickle hummus was a standout starter as well. The pork belly and grits is a classic on their menu for a reason... rich, perfectly executed, and totally delivers on the hype. The duck breast and filet with foie gras butter were both exceptional mains... the kind of dishes that remind you why you go out to eat. Do not overlook the sides. The potato salad especially is criminally underrated. The Short Shorties mini cocktail flight was a fun and delicious way to start the evening... a Negroni, Manhattan and Martini all in miniature form. Honest and knowledgeable hospitality from Kat, outstanding seasonal food, and a creek-side patio that makes the whole experience feel special. This one is a must for Frederick.

The service was top notch. From timing of drinks through entrees. The wait staff was incredibly…read moreattentive. The food was unbelievable. The beef tartar and hash brown was amazing. Pastas all made in house and fresh. Burger was exactly what you want from a burger. Simple yet delicious. The atmosphere was unlike any restaurant you've been to. Highly recommend a reservation.

Upon arriving, know that parking is valet only. You'll take the elevator or stairs to the second…read morelevel for access to the sanctuary/dining room. Yes, this is a converted church so the vibes are rather epic. Once seated, you'll be pampered by various friendly staff making your visit memorable. I chose the salmon which is cedar planked and coated with delightful deliciousness. A side of mash potatoes - rich and creamy - was a perfect share. The table had the crab cake, rockfish and burger. All were quite tasty and prepared with class. I cleaned my plate! The menu has an amazing selection of steaks but we simply weren't interested in dropping $70 for what I'm sure would be an amazing piece of meat. The dessert menu wasn't speaking too loudly but there's something for everyone from an apple dumpling to a chocolate chip cookie. This is seriously worth a visit for the experience!

TLDR: Fun rum focused distillery with creative cocktails and a quirky themed interior. Great stop…read moreduring a Frederick bar crawl. Stopped into True Standard Distilling during the Frederick St. Patty's Day bar crawl and the place was absolutely buzzing all day. As a rum distillery, everything on the cocktail menu leans rum which makes things interesting, especially when they remix classics that usually feature other spirits. I tried their take on a negroni and it was surprisingly really well done. It kept that familiar bitter and balanced profile but with a unique rum twist that made it stand out. The interior was unexpected but in a good way. They were still fully committed to a Valentine's Day theme with pink everywhere and a massive faux chocolate candy wall right when you walk in. It honestly felt like stepping into a mini Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory, which added a fun and memorable touch. Despite the crowd, service was quick and efficient. The bartenders clearly knew what they were doing and kept drinks moving without sacrificing quality. Overall, this is a great, high-energy stop if you're spending the day drinking your way around Frederick. Definitely worth popping into, especially if you want something a little different from the usual beer spots.

Such a randomly fun night in Frederick this past Friday. We went to try the Tasting Room and The…read moreDangerous Summer Club. I tried the rum flight and really enjoyed each item. I ultimately bought the painkiller kit to take home with me. The staff was really friendly and they had a DJ for this Friday night. We happened to be there when another group was celebrating and ended up joining their dance party . Great drinks, great staff and we ordered food from a restaurant they work with. My crab cake was delicious! Can't wait to come back before the summer ends.

Had a great experience at T&B. Decided to stop in for an early lunch on a Saturday afternoon. They…read morehave both indoor and outdoor seating (weather permitting). We were seated inside. We noticed that some of the tables were reserved so seems like they take reservations for groups. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. As for the food, we enjoyed a variety of items. They have a traditional menu and a specials menu. We grabbed the salmon bites & wings for apps. I had the burger for my main meal which was delicious! Overall great experience. Would certainly go back to try other menu items.

Really cool atmosphere, good drinks and good good. I got the dill pickle hummus. Friendly and…read moreattentive service!

I love this place! It's a cozy, rustic, farm vibe with elegance. I love the aesthetic and…read moreatmosphere of this place. The service was good. The Chicken pot pie fritters were so good, lovedddddd these! It didn't need the sauce though but it was still a pleasant addition to the fritter. The pimento cheese plate with pickles and biscuit was quite the perfect and delicious pairing. I wouldn't have never thought I'd love the combination! The reuben was absolutely deliciously perfect and the fries that came alongside were fresh and absolutely delicious. You can't go wrong with the Mac and cheese either. Very good! I truly loved every single thing we ordered. I was impressed to say the least. Everything was perfectly and thoughtfully flavored. There was nothing that was overpowering. What a delicious and wonderful meal!

We were a party of six for brunch yesterday, celebrating two very special milestones: a 50th…read morebirthday and my father-in-law's retirement after 60 years. We wanted a memorable place to mark the occasion and chose Showroom. I even noted both celebrations when making our reservation a week in advance. The hostess was friendly and kind, although clearer direction on where to wait would have helped. The front entrance was congested, and we felt like we were in everyone's way. Unfortunately, the service never matched the occasion. Our server never introduced themselves or acknowledged either celebration. They began taking orders without any engagement, and throughout the meal we were repeatedly unable to get their attention. I understand Sunday brunch is busy, but I work in a concierge-driven environment and was genuinely disappointed by the lack of hospitality. The food was mixed. The chicken and waffles and the omelet were good. My husband's steak was cold and the portion was very small. He ordered French fries but received unseasoned potatoes that lacked any flavor. My fish and chips were fine but also lacked seasoning, lemon, or any attention to detail. I specifically requested fries without Old Bay but received fries heavily coated in it. We also ordered a steak and eggs meal to go, which took about 30 minutes. When it was opened later, it contained only three small slices of steak. My brother-in-law genuinely thought he had been given someone's leftovers because the portion was so disappointing. My husband quietly paid the $300 bill while I still hoped someone might acknowledge the birthday or retirement with a simple mention, smile, or thank you. It never happened. We were never even offered a desert menu. We left without a goodbye or any acknowledgment from the staff. Disappointed doesn't begin to describe how we felt. We had many options in Frederick but chose Showroom because we expected a special experience. I could tell my family didn't want to complain because I had spoken so highly of the restaurant, but they were equally underwhelmed. Please do better.

Food was great and ambience was nice, only reason I didn't give 5 stars was because of staffing,…read morebartender who was also the waiter was taking orders and making drinks, it took about 15-20min for us to just get our drink orders. But overall it was good!

I would not recommend eating here. As much as I love supporting black owned businesses, this is a…read moreBAB that I cannot bear to advise others to dine here. The best that El Afrik has to offer is good music. The restaurant's service is horrible! My GF and I were excited about dining here, but were extremely disappointed when we arrived at the restaurant. There was no host/hostess at the front of the restaurant to greet and seat customers, we had to go to the bar to request seating, then wait for the staff to clean off several dirty tables before we could SEAT OURSELVES! I then had to return to the bar, and wait in line to place our order. Not a big deal if the food was amazing. The bartender placed the incorrect appetizer and then wanted to charge us to correct the order telling us that it was our fault for not telling them that the order was incorrect-- we were literally telling them the order was incorrect! This angered us both, we demanded to be refunded and left the restaurant highly disappointed.

Came here on a Friday for dinner, surprisingly it wasn't crowded at all and we were the only people…read morein there at 6pm. The drinks came out fast and the mule was delicious. Located very centrally to downtown Frederick there is street parking as well as a garage right behind. The interior is cute, it really does look like a cellar with stone and wood accents. The menu had some appetizing looking choices. The salmon was very good and so was the risotto. The brisket nachos were also tasty. My mother enjoyed the French dip. Service was fast and attentive! Would come here again.

Came here last night for their weekly Tuesday night free comedy (open mic) show (8pm) to perform…read morestandup there for the first time and watch other comics perform. You go down the steps into a basement (hence the name) to get inside, plenty of free street parking right outside. Loved the cozy intimate atmosphere which makes it easy to meet folks. The two lovely ladies bartending were wonderful- friendly, polite and prompt with the service. To my pleasant surprise they actually had henny there. Didn't get to try the food yet but sure will sometime, heard it was good. Cocktail menu was decent. Just know on show nights they close the kitchen a little earlier. Will deff be back!