I attended the Curious Iguana Adult Book Fair event here. It was crowded and lively for a Thursday…read more Not sure if that was because of the event but it was packed. There were two food trucks available outside to choose from: Ekiben and one with grilled foods. Coming from Gaithersburg on a weekday evening, I knew I couldn't hang around for long so I didn't want to drink too much. To my delight, Attaboy has a "taste" option that's about half the quantity of a glass and at half the price. I tried the stout called Mr. Mustache: a little bitter, dark, just what I needed.

Great place to stop in enjoy an ice cold beer! Local within Frederick's downtown area, its an easy…read morestop along the way. The service was quick, polite and satisfied our needs. We only had Attaboy Beer which was spot on! The environment is cozy, inviting and sure to be relaxing.

My husband and I were on a road trip with our dog and stopped here for the Crab Dip & a beer. I got…read morethe Grapefruit Goddess and he got the Double XPA Weekend. Both beers were very good and refreshing in the heat. We also got the crab dip bowl that they make using their own pizza dough.. maaaan it was so freaking good that we ate the whole thing in record timing. We literally scraped the plate clean and licked the spoon before finishing our beers. It was super cheesy and the top/crust had theeeee perfect char. They didn't skimp out on the crab either. I'll definitely be thinking about that dip with fondness for a long time. The people there were very friendly and I just love the name (acronym for Random Acts of Kindness). Plenty of seating on their outside patio, which is dog friendly. Too bad we aren't locals! I'd be a regular here for sure.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but after hosting my husband's 50th birthday celebration at RAK…read moreBrewing in Frederick, I feel compelled to share our experience. We brought a group of approximately 50 guests and spent the entire afternoon and evening there, from 2 p.m. until closing. Given the size of our group, I estimate we spent well over $2,000 on food and drinks. The brewery was relatively quiet when we arrived, and our party filled much of the venue. Unfortunately, we encountered several issues that made what should have been a special celebration feel unwelcome. When we arrived, children were allowed up to a belt divider separating one area of the brewery. Shortly after our group arrived, the divider was removed and we were told that the children--even well-behaved kids around 12 and 13 years old--had to move to a completely different area. This split our group apart despite there being plenty of available space. A couple of hours later, we were told that we could not use our own insulated tumblers to keep our purchased beers cold. This included the birthday guest himself. What made this especially frustrating was that we observed other patrons using tumblers without being asked to stop. The final disappointment came during the birthday celebration. We brought a cake and a sparkler candle. The manager, who I believe was Derrick Erwee, informed us that it was a fire hazard and could not be used. While I understand safety concerns, no alternative was offered, meaning my husband didn't even get the chance to blow out a birthday candle on his 50th birthday. I then asked if our group, including the children, could come together briefly for a photo and to sing Happy Birthday for just a minute or two. The request was denied. This was particularly disappointing given that a storm was happening outside and our group made up a large portion of the customers in the brewery at the time. I spoke directly with the manager to explain how these decisions were affecting our celebration, but he showed little interest in finding a reasonable accommodation or demonstrating basic customer service. I want to be clear that the bartenders were friendly and professional throughout the event. They were not the issue. However, the overall management experience left us feeling unwelcome and disappointed. After investing significant time, money, and effort into planning such an important milestone celebration, I sincerely wish I had chosen another venue. Based on our experience, I would not recommend RAK Brewing for family gatherings, large group events, milestone celebrations, or anyone expecting a customer-focused experience. I am never coming back, nor my 50 guests.

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.

Great bar service from Connor the other day! Had an enjoyable experience, great aperol spritz and…read morethe spicy shrimp lettuce wraps were to delicious!!

I arrived at White Rabbit Gastropub around 1:45pm on a beautiful mid-June Saturday for a solo…read moreadventure lunch. I had driven two hours and was hungry, but I was also committed to making good decisions. Or at least mostly good decisions... The hostess offered me a seat at the second-floor bar rather than the quoted 25-30 minute wait. Great! Solo diners love surprise upgrades. Unfortunately, when I got upstairs, the one "available" seat had apparently been claimed by a diaper bag and a giant straw sunhat belonging to the woman sitting next to it holding a too-little-to-walk baby sitting at the bar. Uhhh...this isn't going to work. Back downstairs I went. I gave them my name and number, found a shady spot outside, and settled in for what I assumed would be a long wait. Five minutes later, my table was ready. Thank you, Universe! My server greeted me with water immediately, explained the QR code menu situation, and told me not to order through the app because she'd be right back. No worries, friend. I'd already done my homework. I knew exactly what I wanted. One Martha Stewart's Prison Pizza ($22), please. (Sausage, broccoli, ricotta, Calabrian chili peppers, lemon oil, and sea salt.) I asked for the chili peppers on the side because I know myself. I like adventure. I don't enjoy possibly setting my mouth on fire. And a Diet Pepsi ($3.50), because balance. While I waited, I people-watched, which is one of my favorite hobbies. White Rabbit was PACKED. The patio was full. The downstairs bar was full. Upstairs was full. Couples, groups of girlfriends, older folks, younger folks, families, solo diners...everyone seemed happy to be there. The place itself is pretty small, which explains the wait. Six tables downstairs, maybe eight bar seats, more seating upstairs, and a constant dance of servers carrying food through the same front door customers use. Add the "please wait to be seated" crowd gathering in the narrow hallway and I'd describe things as organized chaos. But once I was seated, I was perfectly comfortable and out of the traffic pattern. One cool touch I noticed: outlets and USB ports built right into the front of the bar. Maybe that's common and I've somehow missed it all these years, but I thought it was pretty neat. Then my pizza arrived. Oh good lawd. OH. GOOD. LAWD. This pizza was SO GOOD! I knew from the first bite that I was in trouble. There was no sauce, which surprised me at first, but after approximately three seconds I no longer cared. The sausage was plentiful. The broccoli added texture. The ricotta was creamy and rich. And that lemon oil?! That lemon oil set it off! Everything just worked together perfectly. The Calabrian peppers arrived on the side exactly as requested. I bravely sampled a very small amount on my fork before desecrating my pizza and quickly determined that folks with stronger heat tolerance than me will absolutely love them. They were just a little too spicy for my delicate tastebuds. Thankfully, the pizza was incredible without them. And those slices? MONSTERS. I ate one and seriously contemplated a second before reminding myself that I had dessert plans elsewhere. A box was requested. Self-control was exercised. Barely. As a solo diner, I also want to give White Rabbit extra points. Multiple staff members checked on me throughout the meal. I never felt forgotten, rushed, or weird sitting by myself. Everyone was warm, kind, and made me feel completely comfortable. I really appreciated that. My total bill came to $32.44 including tip which felt really reasonable given the amount of pizza I consumed and brought home. Worth every penny. I'm already scheming my next two-hour drive back. Maybe a smashburger. Maybe those Brussels sprouts everyone keeps raving about. Maybe another pizza. Maybe all of it! I highly recommend checking out White Rabbit. Make it a destination, not just a stop while you're in the area. Don't let the size of the place or the wait scare you off. It's totally worth it. PRO TIP: If you park in the Church Street Parking Garage, look for the staircase labeled "STAIR 3." White Rabbit is literally right outside the door at the bottom. No hide-and-seek required!

I recently hosted a special event, and Chef Audi came to my home to prepare an incredible…read morefour‑course Mexican dinner for my guests, including thoughtful, delicious options for both vegan and lactose‑intolerant diners. Every dish was outstanding, with layers of flavor that came together beautifully. Chef Audi planned the entire menu in advance and even tested it the day before to ensure everything complemented each other perfectly. My guests raved about the food. And when the evening wrapped up, my kitchen looked exactly as it had before she arrived, spotless. If you want to treat your guests (and yourself) to something truly special, hire Chef Audi from Frederick Social. She'll handle the planning, cooking, serving, and cleanup so you can relax and actually enjoy your time with the people you invited.

Not as many vegan options as I remember. Got the kimchi nachos. The vegan nacho sauce was either…read moremissing or very little. A lack luster dish. Brussels just ok. The notable thing here is their amazing wall of various beers, including Na options. Wines on tap also. Nice space overall. Patio seating. Nice staff. Very LGBTQ friendly. Have been here before for local pride events.

Stopped in for lunch after going to the library, (2 hour parking validation)…read more Upon Skyler's recommendation we got the club sandwich with broccoli and a fish sandwich with hand cut fries. They have a full menu of specialty drinks, brews and wines. Food came out fast was hot and delicious.

İt was good place! İ like the Way they serve the beer with 6…read moreoz shot glasses. This is the most I like! Cheesesteak was good and pretty plenty! I wasn't crazy about the wings... I wish I read the menu properly because we order Extra fries but they serve the fries with cheesesteak anyway! It was too much and we couldn't finish! I don't like when we order more than that we can eat. When I think the worlds other part that people can find a food:( Ambience was also good. Especially if you can find a table near the window than you can watch the people passing on the sidewalk... Our server was nice!

This place is so cool. The service is on point, very friendly and super helpful. They have a wide…read morevariety of wines that you can't find anywhere else in Frederick. So it's fun going in and getting something new every now and then. They also have wine tastings which is always really nice.

From the owner: Craft Beers and Kegs Under New Ownership…read moreBagged Ice and Dry Ice

Amazing beer. I found out about them through the BierMi delivery program during the pandemic and…read morethey stopped home delivery but have enjoyed their beer at Quarry House Tavern and Fenwick Beer & Wine. We happened to find our selves in Frederick two months ago, staying and taking the MARC from nearby so chose to finally check it out in person. It definitely was very empty compared to RAC, but we still loved the beer, our server, and the historic warehouse ambiance with pretty and groovy artwork

We visited Idiom as part of our brewery hopping in Frederick. It's a large space with ample seating…read moreand cool murals. You can order food and pick it up inside. The bartenders were very friendly. My bf ordered a sour for himself and their pumpkin porter for me. The bartender let him taste another sour they had on tap that he enjoyed and ordered for his second round. We also ordered pretzel dogs which were tasty and went well with our beers. Overall, we enjoyed the beers and the ambience and definitely want to try out their pizza next time we visit!