Our first visit to the Lost Lion definitely won't be our last. Braydn was our server, and her…read moreservice was exceptional. Another food runner also deserves recognition because he was incredibly motivated and on top of everything. Their timing was perfect. Braydn seemed to intuitively know exactly when to check on us, refill our drinks, and ask if we were ready to order. She was genuinely friendly and looked like she truly enjoyed her job, which always makes for a better dining experience. We sampled a few cocktails, and my White Cosmo was absolutely delicious! For dinner, I ordered the Oh My Mahi, and "oh my" was exactly my reaction. The moist mahi mahi was served over a bed of saffron rice and topped with an Asian slaw. There were so many layers of flavor, and every bite depended on how you attacked it. I started by dragging my fork through the hoisin sauce and picking up some rice, fish, and slaw all together. The temperature and flavor combinations were remarkable with the hot saffron rice with just a hint of hoisin, the fresh, flaky fish, a pop of ginger, then the cooler, crisp crunch of carrots, cabbage, red onion, red pepper, and I think spinach. Every bite was different, the presentation was beautiful, and the meal was simply amazing. My husband ordered the Papa Burger, a clever play on "jalapeño popper." It featured two flavorful patties topped with bacon, jalapeño jelly, cheddar, cream cheese, sautéed onions, and fresh-cut fries. I stole one bite...then another...then a third! I'm officially renaming it the "Oh My Poppa Burger" because it may have been the best burger I've ever tasted. That says a lot because I'm a traditionalist when it comes to burgers. I'm not even a bacon fan. Yet somehow this combination just worked. What is in that cream cheese, bacon, and jalapeño jelly combo that make this burger so ridiculously good? Next time I'm in a burger mood, I am coming here! But everything looked so good so I may be back before that burger mood strikes. The only reason I'm giving Lost Lion four instead of five stars is that my husband would have loved to add a simple slice of tomato and some lettuce. We were hesitant to ask because we know substitutions can snowball, and we quickly got the impression that the chef preferred not to alter the menu as written. He didn't even dare ask for a side of ranch for the fries after this. If small additions like lettuce or tomato were an option, even for a small upcharge, it would make an already fantastic burger even better for some. That said, between the outstanding service, creative and delicious food, excellent cocktails, and warm ambiance on a Thursday evening, The Lost Lion made a wonderful first impression. We'll definitely be back.

We love this lil spot! We tried it as a date night spot last year and want to come back. It's cute…read moreand divey! Great cocktails and staff. We came to try the food and we were not disappointed. It is small but they also have outdoor seating for when the weather is good. We tried their jalapeño popper shrimp toast, which was absolutely devine, a must! We also tried their korean bbq wings, which were good but it was the sweet chili sauce so not korean bbq flavor, lol. If ever stopping by I'd definitely check this place out!

Finally a quality restaurant in Carroll County with delicious food, excellent service & nice vibe…read more My sea bass & risotto (special of the day) and my husband's scallops & risotto were truly excellent (and we are very picky). The restaurant & restrooms were spotless and our waitress accommodated our special food requests immediately without "having to check with the chef." We will return over & over again!!

This place came across my IG, I think?! It doesn't matter how I stumbled across it but I'm glad I…read moredid. The food was amazing. The restaurant is huge and well set up. The bar area is in the front. The main dinning hall and private dinning area are off to the left of the bar area. I went in pregamed!!! I knew what I wanted and went straight to it. The complimentary bread and dip was not expected but was greatly appreciated. The bread is warm and that dip, that dip....so freaking good. It's tomato based I think. For the apps we ordered the meatball trio ( always order the balls), arancini bolognese, and the shrimp something. Everything was a hit!!! I can't remember the names of the main dishes. I had pasta with a cream sauce, chicken and spinach. My mother had a pork chop with veggies and roasted red potatoes. We sat at the bar and services was attentive even as it filled to capacity. The drinks were tasty, so much so that it lead to another round.

We Vacation in the eastern panhandle several times a year and were looking for a new place to…read moreenjoy. We researched a bit and saw that Snallygasters was nearby had good reviews and the food pics looked good so we checked it out. Atmosphere was cozy with interesting decor and a lively crowd of customers in almost a full house as this was Sunday night. It took a little time to be seated and have our order placed but again they were busy so when our Waitress Piper came she was more than accommodating, super friendly and kind to us which made it all good. She guided us through the specials and since we were new to the restaurant steered is to some good choices. Our meals arrived hot fresh and delectable as this was fine cuisine and not your ordinary restaurant fare. We had a shrimp and chorizo dish and also a chicken and vegetable dish which both looked amazing and tasted even better. We were very pleasantly surprised and devoured both our entrees!! Lol! We even ordered dessert to go as we saw another table served a huge piece of ny cheesecake and being native New Yorkers on vacation we thought how appropo as we'll bring it to our room and enjoy as it was getting near there closing time (9pm.) We will definitely be back after enjoying so thoroughly our first picks as we are intrigued to see how the other dishes are. Our only small complaint would be the dessert we brought back to the room was a very small tiny slice and not like the one we saw in the restaurant being served to the table behind us and for ten bucks we were disappointed at its size even though it tasted great. Our waitress Piper made our evening enjoyable being so helpful and nice and we really appreciate that as the server can make or break your meal. Last thought many dogs allowed in restaurant. ( 3 at the time of our dinner.) We love dogs and we're petting the one nearest to us as it kept walking over to my wife as she was seated awaiting our order however it was inconvenient navigating the dining floor with so many pets about and eating with them in such close proximity was a turn off I will not lie and these were not service animals. Over all we really enjoyed Snallygasters as the service of Piper was great and the cusine superb and the atmosphere lively and clean. A bigger piece of dessert and more restrained pets would be an improvement in our opinion. Still all in all we give five stars and highly recommend. We will be back soon.

We had a wonderful dinner here. A real gem! Will be coming back as soon as possible, especially for…read morethe drinks!

Super clean and classy bar behind the distillery. The drinks were outstanding and well made.read more

This place is a great cocktail bar spot next to the Carroll creek pathways. It has excellent…read morecocktails a laid-back but lively vibe. The drinks were all very good and the variety is great. They have a large and ever rotating seasonal cocktail menu along with their classic. They are all done very well and the staff is very knowledgeable and friendly with what you're looking for. The decor is with bar seating, couches and high top tables to your liking. Definitely a good spot for a date to have a drink with.

My wife and I love the 18th and 21st. Especially the atmosphere of the speakeasy…read more The food and drinks are amazing and it is a great place to relax and enjoy some amazing jazz music.

Beautiful upscale jazz restaurant located with Cured. I recommend dressing nice but it's not…read morerequired. They normally have live jazz, whether it's a band or a single performer. Service is exemplary. Plenty of food options, and some lovely choices. The octopus appetizer is the only thing I wouldn't suggest as it was rubbery and lacked flavor.

This is the former Kenwood Tavern that really was only open for a year, but it cemented itself into…read morethe history of bars in Baltimore. I think the ownership is with the current Landlord. I'm not actually sure but the cocktails are good. I think the vibes when I went was off. Granted I did go on a weekday where it was pretty empty. I did really appreciate that they were chips of ice in the cocktail, cause it was a really hot day, so I made sure that the drink stayed really cold and delicious. Water is self service. They shift their menu a lot which I think is really nice for the community. The cocktails are on the pricier side they think they start around 14 or 16 which I think is a little too much for a local neighborhood bar.

I have been on the hunt for my "cheers" and the hunt started here. I went one night with friends…read moreand grabbed seats at the bar. This place is so cozy and surprisingly easy to park. The vibes are right and the bartenders were nice and chatty, the only reason this place isnt "my" place and doesn't get 5 stars is because they dont make a very good dirty martini and thats like base level. I asked for it extra dirty and I could barely taste the olive brine, I actually had to have him pour more in front of me lol. Also service was a little slow. So for grabbing a quick drink with the girls sure, but staying as a regular nah.

Old School Flair!…read more The Prohibition Hub brings the look and feel of an underground speakeasy to a modern-day level. Pretty slick-looking rustic bar greet you when you walk in. Not huge, but not a hole-in-the-wall either. The back wall informing customers of the bottles that they have behind the bar as well as the food offerings. Fantastic selection of bourbon for all brown liquor enthusiasts. Really, just about something for everyone, and more. Then, there's the aspect That You Don't See as much anymore. The cigar bar offering. A great selection of stogies to light ones fire for a relaxing drink and a slow smoke. But where to smoke this fine crafted cigar? Out on the smoking patio, but of course. Located just outside the bar, this intimate rooftop smoking section invites you just to sit and chill and relax with a few friends. Individual tables are integrated with cushioned seating areas that surround small fire pit tables. Offering a quiet warm place to relax and enjoy a very effortless night with Friends. Would I go back? Definitely. This was a favorite with a group of us that came out here after dinner one night. Great staff, good time was had by all and absolutely plan on visiting again.

I am baffled by the less than stellar reviews here. Granted, the cocktails aren't cheap but using…read morequality liquor, it's expected that these classic cocktails would be $10+. - Drinks 4.5/5 I'm a huge fan of speakeasies and might be biased. But these cocktails tasted amazingly (I had a smoky old fashioned) and I think they rival anything in a posh downtown bar. -Service 4/5: The bartenders were very nice and welcoming. -Cleanliness 4/5: The place is doing everything it can to be covid-safe - Ambiance 5/5 - Given the quietness of the streets nearby, the route to the speakeasy makes it feel like a hidden gem with a little bit of mystery. The dark wooden decor, leather couches, and hint of cigar smoke all add to a classic speakeasy vibe.

A friend and I stopped in for lunch this weekend. You have to place your order at the bar and then…read morethey will bring your food out to you. She opted for the house salad, which she really liked, and I selected the Italian Cold Cut sandwich, which was served on a toasted roll and was mostly roll and lettuce. The lack of meat and cheese was disappointing. Overall, it's a cute place to grab a bite and some drinks if you're in Sykesville.

Excellent food , decent service and cool vibes make this place a hit . The old town charm adds to…read morethe towns already homey atmosphere. Wednesday live music is awesome only miss is hopefully they can add more nights of live music . Don't miss this if in town !

This spot has been on my list for a long time, and I am so happy I got to finally try it. It was…read morewell worth the visit. This bar is inside the Hotel Ulysses, once entering the lobby, it's up the stairs and on the right. The dimly lit, mirror covered walls, and plush velvet seating adds to the upscale vibes. We were quickly attended to by a server and placed an order for drinks. My mom got a drink that included something called shrub (never heard of this before), but the server warned us it is a bit vinager-y and different, but that was ok for us. I ordered the Ocha Kudasai and my mom got the Zahara. The Kudasai was like a lychee green tea drink, it was light, slightly sweet, and delicious. The Zahara was different (as promised), but actually delectable. It had a flavor that I had never had in a drink before, but in a pleasant way. If you're an adventurous drinker, definitely try the Zahara! Love the vibes here, I will definitely be back.

Was visiting Baltimore to see a play at the Baltimore Center Stage, so not familiar with the area…read more My friend and I wanted to get a quick drink after the matinee show and before dinner with a larger group. Found this place on Yelp. It's inside the Ulysses hotel. It's really posh, and probably great for a date or a girls' night out. We chose to sit at the bar and leave the intimate spaces for people who were in that mood. Bartenders were really friendly and helpful and attentive and knowledgeable. I think we ended up with the Delorean and the Walking Iris, and shared the mini crabcakes. All were very good.

We often order their desserts when we have a late night sweet tooth and they deliver every time!…read moreThe pistachio cake is light and tasty and my son loves the banana pudding!!

Excellent service and absolutely delicious pizza! We ordered the Margherita pizza, Parmesan fries,…read moreGood Berry Salad, and banana pudding--all of them were incredible! This is by far the best pizza restaurant in the Westminster area!!