We dropped in with an old friend at Matthew's 1600 on Frederick west of downtown Catonsville (Apr 2026). This is a familiar place that updates the look and menu now and then, yet still feels like home. We often get a beet salad when it's available. Matthew's is scrumptious, with tender sweet juicy roasted beets, tasty grilled chicken, red onion slices and fresh spinach, tangy crumbled bleu cheese, and delightful candied walnuts, complimented by tart raspberry vinaigrette. By the way, it's gluten-free. We loved the rich cream of crab soup du jour, full of crab lumps and full of flavor, with a little spice from good old Old Bay. Delicious and dreamy. Their quesadillas were served a la carte as an appetizer, loaded with savory roasted chicken, heavy with a mild cheese and a lightly spicy flavorful thick red sauce, rolled in tender lightly seared flour tortillas. Generous and satisfying. Matthew's building dates from around 1862 as a station and hotel at the end of a horse-car line, before electricity! It's been through around 5 names over the years, and has been the Parsons family's Matthew's 1600 since 2004. We've felt comfortable and welcomed here for decades. It has plenty of free parking in their own lot. By the way, many of their already reasonable prices are discounted a little if you pay cash. That's a endearing way of keeping it real in Catonsville, only charging when it costs them. read more

First time visiting Matthew's 1600. It was packed when we visited but we didn't have a hard time getting seated. It seemed like a local favorite place. I for sure thought because of the business, the food had to be good! And it was!! I got the egg roll sampler and loved it. The pasta was recommended and I was not disappointed. The salmon Victoria was supposed to come with a chèvre cheese on it but it was forgotten. We were able to flag down our waiter and inform him of the error and he went to the kitchen to get some on the side. It wasn't on it as it was intended but it was still good. I would come back--especially for the eggroll sampler. read more

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First time, pleasantly surprised. Had the filet and crab cake. Great flavor! Wife had the salmon and really liked. The bang shrimp app was delicious, crab dip was just ok...needs more old bay. Our server Jo was really good. read more

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The staff, food, drinks and atmosphere are the best. The decor is so inviting. The outdoor patio is sooo beautiful. The parking lot is HUGE which is so nice. read more

Enjoyed myself so much I had to run it back twice lol I love this place. Not only is it beautiful inside and on the outside, the service is great and the food is delicious. I needed up visiting twice in one weekend on two different occasions, and I'm not ashamed about it lol I haven't had anything that I didn't like so far . I love their salmon , mash and asparagus. The " Beaumont" is my fav dish. They are very well accommodating if you need adjustments to your food and the veggies are always fresh! The wings were a fan favorite amongst the table. The turkey club and the Greek salad which had shrimp and crab in it were superb. I can't wait to go back definitely a top tier recommendation to anyone who enjoys quality food and service with a beautiful ambiance. read more

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Service and food were great! Dining room was so cozy and beautiful. Great staff, great ambience.

Graduation vibes were in the air and what better way to recognize that than some mussels? They swam in a delicious broth and had a nice loaf of bread. My dining companion's Beaumont was nicely layered and a good next step. The pot roast sandwich was equally as tasty but a bit forlorn when placed on a large plate along with the tres petite coleslaw side that was a substitute for fries. The waitress was delightful and the perfect complement to a lazy day afternoon nosh. And did I mention the elderberry drink of the day? Fantastic!!! read more

Matthew's 1600 - The forlorn pot roast Sammy on a too big plate with just a hint of coleslaw to make it seem even more fororn. - American Near Me - Catonsville, Maryland

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I want to start this off by saying that as many times as we have dined at Matthews1600, I was ever so happy that I selected them as a place to have my 45th high school reunion! I went with a buffet as I knew people would be straggling in from many places. Everything was top notch. Todd Thomas and his staff were absolutely fantastic! I only had a few requests and they were all met with no issues whatsoever! My classmates were so impressed with the venue, everything was so nice, I got many comments on how well everything was put together and fresh. I will definitely remember Matthews in the future for any parties that I plan. The meals were very reasonable and the area of our reunion was just fantastic! Thanks again for making the reunion a success! read more

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I go here often. Great local place. Very friendly staff. The menu has something for everyone. Food is always good. The wait staff are always helpful read more

Great all around restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They offer a nice area for large gatherings. They also have really nice menus for special occasions such as Mother's Day. The bar is a great spot to hang out and watch sports. read more

We've been coming to Matthew's for many years, sometimes weekly for trivia night. Food and service has been good and consistent. The Pasta Annapolis is a delicious seafood dish that I get frequently. My wife got the meatloaf this time and she said it was very good. Matthew's has a nice U-shaped bar. There's a decent cocktail and beer list. All things considered, this is one of the better restaurants in Catonsville. read more

Matthew's 1600 - Pasta Annapolis - American Near Me - Catonsville, Maryland

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I have a wonderful burger night. A fabulous bar. Friendly staff. Easy parking. And their food seems very consistent.

Matthew's 1600 is a convenient and cozy restaurant. I came previously months ago for cocktails and was able to meet one of the owners. I told him I would come back with friends for lunch sometime. I was looking forward to returning however it was disappointing. The food was barely warm and just average. We ordered a Crab Cake sandwich and Cod Fish Filet with fries. The crab cake was broiled but it didn't seem cooked. It was cold and mushy. My friends said the Cod was okay but not warm and needed seasoning. The manager stopped at some tables to talk to customers but he didn't come to our table to ask how our meals were. I would have told him the food was cold and disappointing. read more

Matthew's 1600 - Cod, Fries, and Cole slaw. - American Near Me - Catonsville, Maryland

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Love this place!!! Great food at a reasonable price! Have had everything from prime rib, steak salad, and T-bone,...

Service was good. Ambiance was average. Food was 5 out of 10. Drinks were decent. Won't be returning

Good food. Good service. We had the mozzarella sticks and spicey string beans we delish. The pot roast was also good. read more

Matthew's 1600 - Good food. Good service. - American Near Me - Catonsville, Maryland

First time. Cold food. The staff did try to make it up, but I did not take then up on the offer since my guest already were eating.

I resent having an automatic gratuity added to a bill when the service is sub-par. (We were a party of 5 and according to their policy, that is what they do). They weren't that busy at the time of our visit, but our server kept disappearing for long periods of time. She took our order and left. She never offered to refill our water glasses, didn't bring the extra salad dressings or take home containers we had requested and she couldn't be found to ask for these items. Once the food was brought out, we were basically ignored. Tipping is supposed to be for service provided. Our server didn't provide a 20% gratuity service experience. Normally, we would have requested to speak to the manager about the mediocre service, but when speaking with management (Adam, I believe) when making our reservation, I found them to be very inflexible, so why bother? read more

They had a sign up that it was burger and quesadilla night and they would not honor the sign. The cream of crab soup was awful and the food is way overpriced. We used to come here every month for years. The management offered no helper assistance, and refused to honor what the sign said. read more

My family and I dined at Matthew's 1600 randomly on a Friday night. My son visited the restaurant previously with a group of friends, so we allowed him to select the restaurant for the night. He did a pretty good job. I had two an order of mussels and two margaritas. The mussels were pretty tasty and the margaritas were nice and strong. My son and husband really enjoyed their dishes as well. The decor inside the restaurant left a lot to be desired. We were seated in a booth and the booth oddly moved when I sat down. It wasn't secured to the floor. The restaurant also has carpet, which looked old and dingy. Not sure how they keep up with cleaning the carpet in a restaurant. The ambience of a restaurant is just as important as the food, so that really took alway from the experience. A rehab is definitely suggested! Otherwise, my experience was decent. read more

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I looked at the menu and quickly chose a monte cristo to eat. I was intrigued by the "crush bar" on the cocktails menu. My first time to Maryland (that I remember in any case) do I decided I needed to try a flight of crushes. Orange, Creamsicle, Pineapple, and Strawberry Lemon. And you will have a hard time convincing me they even have alcohol..just yummy juice! Needless to say, my lunch was fantastic. And I read about the history of the location on the menu, and this place wins on all counts!! The service was great, and with a building from the 180's, how could we get better atmosphere? A great stop in our road trip! read more

Matthew's 1600 - My crush flight: Orange, creamsicle, pineapple and strawberry lemon. - American Near Me - Catonsville, Maryland

Matthew's 1600 is another locally owned restaurant in Catonsville that took us a long time to give it a try. Matthew's is as hot and cold as they come. On our most recent visit a few weeks ago we had one of these hot and cold experiences. They are advertising a burger special on their outdoor sign. But the burger special isn't available to order due to the season. Then why is the burger special on the outdoor sign if you aren't honoring it? Fine. We ordered off of the menu. My partner ordered a seafood dish and it was delicious. I ordered a meatball sub platter and it was awful. The meatballs were a weirdly spicy flavor not mentioned on the menu, the bread was mushy, the sauce was clumpy, and the cheese was white american cheese which does not belong on a meatball sub. We were both very tired that day and I just ate the food and shut up because while it was the worst meatball sub I ever had it was still edible and I was starving after a long day at work. I didn't have it in me to complain. The ambiance is cute and casual dining with a local flavor. Lots and lots of parking. Clean bathrooms. Some of the staff is friendly and some are sort of snooty. I have been here probably a handful of times now for dinner and also for a catered work party. I don't think I will find myself ever saying I want to eat dinner here again after that meatball sub. Sorry Matthew's 1600. read more

Food, Service, and the ambiance was amazing! Food tasted great and the drinks were spot on. We will be back.

I hadn't been here in years but I did remember they had great service, and they didn't disappoint me this time as well. We were able to sit in a private dining room and the decor was very classy and comfortable. The waitress made some recommendations that we followed and I'm glad we did. The food was good and very much Baltimore staples. I will definitely be back again soon. read more

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In search of a good location to take my team, from work, to say thank you for all of their hard work, we settled on Matthew's 1600. I had no knowledge of this restaurant, in fact it was a suggestion from a co-worker of mine. I am so glad he did because the experience was really good. The staff was attentive, we got our parties food at a very efficient pace and everything was delicious. I think we've found a new local spot to frequent. read more

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Matthews 1600 is a fantastic restaurant where you can feel very comfortable wearing casual or business casual attire. They feature a wide variety of appetizers, entrees and desserts that will satisfy anyone's palate! Pasta, seafood, beef, chicken or salads - You can't go wrong here! Matthews has a main bar area that is full service with seating all around with table tops. In the back is their dining room that gives a very nice warm and welcoming feel. This is a great choice for lunch or dinner - They also offer holiday specials during specific times of the year which I highly recommend to try! I can't say enough good things about this restaurant- We've been coming here for years. The staff is very friendly and so are the owners! Stop in and give them a try. You will not be disappointed! read more

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A little pricey but ambiance is nice for a more classier group setting. Food was good! They have decent portion sizes so you still get your money's worth! I had the seafood Mac & cheese and it was delicious. I didn't expect the whole loaf of bread to come with to dish but was pleasantly surprised. read more

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I've been back a few times now, and it still seems to be hit or miss. Sometimes the food will be decent. Sometimes not so much. The most recent visit I got the seafood trio. Not recommended. The fish was way overcooked, and had consistency more like chicken. The 4 shrimp were bland, though cooked correctly. The lemon butter didn't do much for the fish or shrimp. The crab cake was ok, not bad. All in all, a pretty bland, small portioned plate for the price. The service was very good read more

I got the Rockfish 1600. The fish was just not prepared very well. I am unlikely to return to this restaurant. If I do, I'll stay away from the fish. read more

A great and versatile eatery. We love coming here and they never disappoint. The menu changes frequently.

Great service, lovely atmosphere and delicious food. Omg the cheesesteak egg rolls was the best I've ever tasted read more

Matthew's 1600 - We had Annapolis pasta and the Beaumont both were seasoned good & delicious. - American Near Me - Catonsville, Maryland

I have been to this restaurant a few time and had good experiences overall I ordered the surf and turf on10/20/2024 and when I got home the crab cake wasnt there. I called the restaurant to advise and also let them know of the price on the website was the same as I was charged. I went back to the restaurant, and they did advise the site was not updated with pricing. I was a bit disappointed, however management was so great and apologetic and explain the situation. They said they could quickly make me 2 crab cakes and provides a discount. In the end I was pleased more so with the customer service, them taking accountability and offer a win win solution. I will go back again, and the food was great. normjmc@yahoo.com read more

3.5 stars. It's a large place with a lot of parking. The service is good. The interior is a mix of renovations and worn cracked both covers and pietened plumbing. There's a large bar with stools. Downstairs are party catering rooms. The pot roast is very good though Deusenbergs is excellent. The teriyaki BBQ pork chop is good, cooked properly but no noteworthy taste. The star is the mashed potatoes. The asparagus is cooked spot on. The coffee is so so. read more

Matthew's 1600 - Pork chop and pot roast - American Near Me - Catonsville, Maryland

Dinner in Catonsville was unexpected & we choose Matthew's 1600 & I am so glad we did. I love this place. Very welcoming, great staff, great environment. The menu is fairly extensive with something for every palate. I started with a pomegranate margarita and the bartender needs a raise because it was top notch. We shared the wings which were another hit. The salad selections are some of the best offered when dining out. We could not decide on entree or sandwiches and ended up on flatbread lane. We split the Figgy Jam and Brie LaLa and both were flavorful and great portions. Never made it to dessert but next time, as will definitely be back. Great place to grab a meal or settle in for a game. Unexpectedly a gem. Definitely go try them out. read more

Wow! Matthew's is an example of how the smallest towns can produce the best restaurants. The food is terrific (although the pancakes I ordered once were very sweet), the service is fast, and the young wait staff is surprisingly very professional. The hostesses are efficient and warm, and the waiters are friendly. My food has never come out wrong at Matthews- even when I remove things from certain dishes. Overall a fantastic restaurant that you shouldn't miss in Catonsville! read more

Matthew's has been around for a long time , it is a great meeting place , and dining . So close to me so we frequent it a lot . The food is usually good , great selection . Prices somewhat high , service good . I love their crab dip really good , as usual my husband got oysters which he loves Then onto the crab cake platter.He loves their crab cakes I got the Avalon a sandwich of beef strips, onions and cheese , delicious. My husband had beer and I had ice cold water A good place to dine and relax , and eat good food read more

Eh, I thought this place was just ok. The prices are a bit high for sandwiches and salads at lunch-$16-22 for a sandwich or salad with protein. That would be fine if they were great or the atmosphere was tempting, but I did not find that to be the case. I probably won't go back with so many other choices nearby. read more

This is my bf's favorite restaurant! We frequent here a lot! We had a private dinner for a 20day countdown to my 40th birthday! I don't think I have pictures of the food if I do, I will upload at a later date! This particular time, we had post roast , steamed shrimp & crab dip. The shrimp were good and juicy! The crab did is one of my favorites on the menu! Anywho.... the owner is so nice, along with the staff! They delivered my 20 dozens of roses to me in the back room while we were having dinner. I had absolutely NO clue! After dinner we sat outside and had drinks! I like the outside terrace even though it is facing the main road with lots of traffic at times! read more

Matthew's 1600 - American Near Me - Catonsville, Maryland

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More than Great! We loved the food and the ambiance. Our waitress was very efficient, personable and attentive. We ordered the Honey Old Bay Wings, Pot roast, and Pot roast sandwich. The horseradish sauce was not over powering. The music was a nice addition. read more

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Food is consistently good here and I like that they have new options each week. Staff is warm, friendly and attentive.