The shop is small but very cute and welcoming. What stood out to me the most is that some of the…read morestaff can sign, which made communication easy and comfortable, especially with it being close to Maryland School for the Deaf. The sandwiches are fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you want from a local sandwich shop. Great food, friendly staff, and a welcoming vibe.

I was in town visiting for a day and swung by this place to pick up some sandwiches for lunch…read more The establishment itself is quaint and the employees are friendly. The sandwiches are pretty mid - nothing special but not terrible either. I ordered the rubin, which as good, but just small -- definitely should have been much larger given the quality and price. I also had them make me a turkey avocado sandwich (off menu, custom built) -- which was also fine; again should have been much larger given the quality and price.

Not the first time , but it WILL definitely be the last time…read more No side pickle , as ordered. ( again , not the first time ). Did not add banana peppers or olives as requested. I'm not wasting a lot of time on this review. Lost customer forever.

The Firehouse Sub location on Buckeystown Pike SUCKS. I rec'd a sub that tasted weird. Took it…read moreback up and was told you can buy another... said we can't take yours back cause I had taken a bite... how would I know it tasted funny if I hadn't taken a bite... trying to get ahold of corporate is a joke. Also their prices posted don't match what charged... was told oh... the price is different cause they (supposed manager) doesn't know how to change the computer... STAY AWAY FROM THIS WESTVIEW location... the one on 26 is awesome...

I returned to this restaurant because I really like what the chef does with Asian flavors. The…read moreatmosphere is plain yet the service is friendly and fast. I had the Indonesian Stir-Fry with added grilled chicken. The sauce was peanut-based, with lime. I chose a bed of Soba (buckwheat) noodles. I enjoyed the umami flavor of the sauce with the tangy and full flavor profile that makes the dish a joy to eat. I plan to return to The Orchard on my next trip to Frederick.

I wanted to enjoy my experience at The Orchard, and overall the salad was good. I initially asked…read morefor kombucha, but I was told they were completely out. Thankfully, my server did allow me to substitute the sesame chicken into my Cobb salad, and that was actually a great addition. The frustrating part was that after we had already finished our meals and were ready to leave, my server came back and told me she had been mistaken and that they did, in fact, have kombucha available. At that point it was too late, and unfortunately there wasn't any offer made to make up for the inconvenience. Another disappointment was learning that The Orchard does not offer any type of military appreciation or support. In a community with many veterans and military families, that was something I noticed and found disappointing. Many other local businesses make an effort to show appreciation, and that kind of support goes a long way for those who have served and for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The food was good, but with so many other options in Frederick that offer great food while also making customers and the community feel valued, I don't think I'll be returning. A business's connection to its community matters, and supporting those who have served is something I personally look for when deciding where to spend my money.

Stopped by one evening to experience "America's Best Wings." I'm somewhat perplexed as to how they…read moregot that name. They wouldn't even be top 10 in Frederick. There are pizza places that serve better wings. I got the boneless wings combo with five of the Caribbean Citrus (dry) and five of the Honey BBQ (sauced) and I was disappointed at how dry they were. To their credit, the chicken consisted of big chunks of white meat - very promising when I first got them (pictured). However, these were the driest wings I've ever had...ever. I don't know if they were cooked too long or if the temperature was too high, but I figured that the breading they coated the wings in might seal in some juices. Boy, was I wrong. At least the sauced batch had some outside moisture, but when you go to take a bite and your fork bends, something's wrong. The side order of fries was your basic frozen batch of crinkle-cut fries dropped into the fryer. Nothing fresh or tasty here. The gentleman taking my order and checking in with me provided good service and was very polite, but I can name 10 places with better wings in town. Probably not America's Worst, but deceptively NOT "America's Best," unless you like 'em really dry and tough. Sorry folks; I really was hoping for better.

The food was prepared the way I like it and on time And it…read morewas a lot of food good service.

We picked up and ordered our platters. And let me just say that portions were generous, food…read moredelicious and fresh. This was Tulip Grill before so I don't know what it looks like now since the hubby picked up our order. Parking is not too bad but be aware that it can get busy due to DD, Lantern Sushi & Roy's are nearby. They notified my hubby that they needed 5 more minutes to get all our order cooked, and put together. Minor comment- though I like the flavor both green and tamarind sauces were a little thin. I like a thicker sauce for dipping. Also the fries though well-seasoned could be crunchier. Still highly recommend trying them out. I have two more meals from my platter.

Falafel Kabob Mediterranean Grill earned this rating primarily on the value proposition of their…read morefood. Everything on the menu is packing a fairly hefty punch of flavor, and the servings are generous. There was a short line when I arrived, but the counter-style service moved pretty quickly and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Sometimes counter-style is surly and brusque; not here. The staff go out of their way to make sure that you get all the toppings you might enjoy. As a first-time customer, I appreciated that. The shop itself is small with some seating but nobody was dining in; this was not because it's not popular (see the aforementioned line), I think they're just primarily geared towards takeout. I'll definitely be back, especially if I'm in the neighborhood anyway.

The good: Sandwiches were tasty…read more The bad: - Not a single sandwich followed the ordering instructions. - ask for no peppers, they seemed to have doubled up on them. - same with tomatoes - Ask for mustard... nope - While they did add the bacon I asked for, it wasn't cooked...or somehow half the bacon was cooked, like they only had half of the bacon slices on the grill, with the other half dangling off the burner.... Weird. So Yeah... I had uncooked floppy bacon on my sub. - the loaded fries...sad. Maybe it was the fact that there only seemed to be high school kids there that were more interested in dancing and socializing. It certainly wasn't the crowd of customers (the place was mostly empty). There were some amazing reviews of this place. For now, I'll chalk that up to the newness of the place. Brunswick NEEDS good variety dining. I think the reviews might be aspirational. My son and I both threw half of our sandwiches away...not because they tasted bad. It just wasn't what we ordered, and that's frustrating. My daughter just picked the extra tomatoes off her sandwich and enjoyed it. I'll probably give it a try during the day, when adults are working. It might be a different experience. Here's hoping.

Ordered cheesesteaks. One with peppers & onions , one with just onions. Both were wrong. The rolls…read morewere soaked with grease. I thought it was the worst cheesesteak I ever had and threw it in the trash after a few bites. Will not order again. Kings Pizza has MUCH better cheesesteaks.

When it comes to eating out, I enjoy food, atmosphere, and the local community…read more I was worried from other reviews that I would spend hours upon hours waiting for food. For me, I intentionally spaced out my 3 courses and drinks and it took about 1.5hours. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by the owner who exuded pride in his restaurant and the work put into renovations. I walked in late on a Saturday night and sat at the bar. The restaurant wasn't busy per se. I was truly torn about what I wanted for dinner. The owner spent time explaining the local connections, how things are prepared fresh (not from a bottle), the cocktails are consistent from night to night. How many times does a waiter or waitress take times to help you decide what to get. I started with the "empanadas" with lump crab meat crema. They were delicious beyond a doubt. I would say they looked and crunched like a fried won ton. There were four in an order. I should have got two with filet mignon and two with crab. That was my only disappointment for the evening. I followed with a Caesar salad and lump crab meat. (I was on a seafood kick). As the owner stated there wasn't Old Bay in the crab meat, which made it taste more original and fresh. Shocking! With the crab meat spread around and throughout the giant salad, I never noticed the minced anchovies. The salad was too huge for one person and is best shared! While my entree was being prepared, I would slowly pick crab meat pieces and enjoy their freshness. During my appetizer and salad, I went with the French 75. The sole waitress and duel bartender offered the fig infused gin. The fig notes were overpowered by the fresh squeezed lemon. I cannot remember a drink having fresh squeezed lemon bits in there. It was a bit distracting on the first sips, but mellowed out. I followed my French 75 with a side car. Without a sugar rim, that was a mightily delicious cocktail. It paired well with my entree and was a good sipping drink, which lasted throughout my entree. When I looked at the menu online, I was sure my entree would be the swordfish loin. Because I normally don't have restaurants that serve it. At the beginning, the owner had really explained why their scallops were amazing, including the bacon wrapped scallop appetizer (I probably would have gone to heaven if I got those). I was torn. The owner, his wife, and the waitress all instantly suggested the scallops entree when I asked what I should get. They were right! I got the spinach with the scallops instead of the grits, since those would have been a bit heavy for me to eat so late. The scallops, 4 of them, came perfectly seared/lightly browned surrounding the sautéd spinach in the middle. All were sitting in a thin layer of a white creamy sauce, which I honestly cannot describe. Other than I wish I had the recipe to make at home. The scallops cut like butter, had the right amount of seared crunch, and tasted fresh. Like the owner had caught them in the morning from the ocean. Many scallops that I have gotten have some "grit" in them. These were the size and thickness. So much that I didn't care there was only 4! Now the spinach was beyond good, it was "everything". Who really likes, cooked spinach, other than Popeye? Too many times it is soggy, bland, or slimy. As a kid, I disliked spinach, unless it was uncooked and in a salad. They got the spinach just right, like Goldilocks. Not too soggy, not too crunchy. And it had just enough sauce to not overpower or be overpowered. I skipped dessert because I was stuffed beyond capacity. Same thing with an after dinner drink. But they offered the gamut of those drinks, which probably would make me dislike Starbucks for a long time. On my way out, I was again greeted by the owner. He extolled the history, uniqueness, and things to do in Frederick. Maybe because it wasn't busy, or maybe he truly takes pride in his town, the building, the food, and restaurant? Probably both. I walked out wishing that my wife and kids could come, but I was alone on a business trip. They would have digged the place. I assume the meats, the pastas, and other seafood would have been top notch. And deserving of a 'French kiss'! As an aside, I can understand why other patrons may have a slower experience than ideal. With limited waitstaff comes longer time between interactions. Watching from the bar, I could see the waitress always moving. Making drinks, busing tables, taking orders, fixing orders, doing payments, etc. Would one more waitstaff be warranted, I don't know. It was a slow night though.

I was in town visiting and swung by here for brunch…read more Nothing special; the food was fine, slightly over priced, and all menu items very standard. The establishment interior has a "fine dining" design/setting, despite the food and service being extremely far from what you would expect in "fine dining." I agree with many reviewers that the pace of service is shockingly slow. Despite being the only patrons, it took way too long for the staff to service us -- seemed as though they were preoccupied with socializing instead of working. It's pretty disappointing and hard to believe they don't do something about it given so many people have flagged this issue. We weren't in a rush, so despite the painfully slow service, we were able to adequately enjoy our brunch. I definitly won't be coming back or recommending this place, but I guess if you don't care about the pace of service and/or enjoy having a very slow dining experience -- perhaps this place is for you.

Didn't even know this location was here - stopped here after visiting the bookstore next door as I…read morelove visiting Bojangles' when I'm farther south. They have a quality chicken sandwich which I always order - and decent Mac & Cheese - oh and the biscuits (awesome!) If I find a Bojangles, I'm there! Recommended!

10.12.2025 I was…read moreelated to see there was a Bojangles on my route on this day!! I was greeted and assisted immediately. My food came up a short time later fresh and hot. The only issue was an obnoxious manager w an attitude that kept picking w the young lady who assisted me. She was very rude. I am unsure of why she was so irritated, but it bothered me as my cashier was sweet as pie, and doing a great job running the front counter independently. I would visit this location again if in the area w hopes of a 5 Star experience.