Wow! Great experience at BC brewery. Located in Hunt Valley, with a large parking lot, and lots of…read moreseating. Great selection of beers, and four choices of adult slushies. I started out with a coffee mocha slushie which was incredible. My table also shared some appetizers, which were yummy. Staff was friendly, bathrooms were clean. Recommend!

Food was okay. Not the best food I've had at a brewery. I would still go back and try more items on…read morethe menu. Definitely walked away with leftovers which was nice for my family but very expensive for what it was. Tons of gluten free options. Even beer which is helpful if someone in your party is gluten free. There are even vegan options on the menu. Ambiance is nice and open. Definitely tons of options of seating. People were very friendly!

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.

OMG; OMB is so freaking good!…read more Frederick has a wealth of local brewers, and Olde Mother is consistently at the top of the heap. The taproom at OMB has a warm, Cheers-like vibe (they don't know my name, but I'm working on it!). Their taps feature a rotating selection of light, sour/fruity, hoppy, dark/malty, and non-alcoholic beers. I'm a fan of their various Kolsches, and their stouts are "interesting" (I enjoyed their Morning Ritual Golden Breakfast Stout this week: looks like a lager, with a maple syrup taste that was really refreshing. Guinness it wasn't!). They also offer cocktails and wines for those poor people that can't appreciate a well-crafted, well-poured brews (pagans!). Pours are generous, prices are reasonable, value is great. They even have a selection of board games so you can while away a cold (or hot) evening by yourself or with friends. But wait: there's more... OMB shares space with Backslash Burgers (which was recently renamed from "50/50 Burgers" for what sounds like trademark reasons. Yelp hasn't caught the name change yet. You'll have to look them up under the old name for my (5 star, baby!) review. TLDR: amazing 50% beef/50% bacon smashburgers cooked to order with your choice of toppings, or you can choose from several very interesting regular offers. (If you like heat, try the "I Can't Feel My Face" burger. I dare you...). Sandwiches can be ordered as single or double patties, and can be made with chicken. Large groups can be accommodated, and there are regular events (bands, Night Markets, even a "Paint Your Pet" night are on this month's schedule) to help bring in thirsty and hungry hordes. Trivia Night is every Thursday, and it can get raucous. OMB shares a parking lot across the street with Gravel & Grind bike and coffee shop. It's not easily handicap accessible, with a few steps separating OMB and BB, and since both are self-service that could be a problem, but it's a great place to make helpful friends, no? The hours are also a little quirky for a pub (Monday-Saturday 11AM-10PM, Sunday 11AM-7PM). So, if you find your way to Frederick (and you should!), stop in for a great brew and burger. Tell 'em Randy sent ya...

We went to this awesome down-to-earth brewery on a whim during the week. This end of Market Street…read morein Frederick feels like a neighborhood in a European city in some ways. We were greeted immediately when we walked in and you could tell many of the folks there were regulars - like a modern Cheers vibe. My personal favorite among the beers was the En Fleur and we really liked the Penny Pincher and the Irish Stout they had. I even tried my first breakfast stout there (though I probably will never have beer for breakfast in my wiser years)! It is in the same space as a burger spot, which I think is really smart. We will definitely be back!

Stopped here this weekend while visiting a friend in PA and we both really enjoyed it. The staff…read morewas super friendly and the spirits and drinks were awesome. We sat at the bar with other patrons and there was a private party in the side room. I opted for the full flight and my friend chose the bourbon tastings. I have honestly never had vodka and gin that were so smooth! My friend also really liked the bourbon she tried. After our tastings, we both decided to try a coffee cocktail, which featured cold brew, cream and vodka. It was so yummy! My friend said she's planning to take her mom there and I wouldn't be opposed to visiting again the next time I'm in Pennsylvania.

If you're looking for exceptional, spirit-forward cocktails and a place that always makes you feel…read morewelcome and is a good time, I highly recommend visting Covalent! We love that Westminster is welcoming such wonderful new businesses over the last few years, and this is one you don't want to miss out on! If you haven't been there in a while, they're always concocting something new, and it never disappoints!

Pretzel beer and cheesesteaks. Plenty of seating as well. Will be back as weather chills as this…read moreis more of an "inside" venue currently. Not really much of an outside beer garden.

5 stars for a fantastic new Aldus location…read more My wife and I drive up from DC each year to get pretzel beer from Aldus. When we were driving up this year, I noticed the location changed from by a cemetery to the downtown area. We found some parking nearby and went in to check it out. The new Aldus location is a large beautiful area with a big bar and even a separate restaurant area. We took a seat and the wonderful bartender let us try out several holiday beers before picking our flight. Each beer we tasted was fun and interesting, but the pretzel-based ones were the best. We also ordered a hot pretzel (the venue gets some of its food from the nearby hotel), which was quite large and went great with our beers. Overall, the new Aldus brewing location is a huge upgrade. The nice location, cool staff, and great beer makes this a spot we will continue checking out for years to come.

We stopped by on our way back to our hotel in DC and had a nice meal. We had the peach burrata,…read moremeatloaf, and the Mediterranean power bowl. We also had a couple of beers and ultimately left satisfied. My only gripe is I like my beer damn near ice cold and the beers here are just a bit colder than room temp. Regardless it seems like a great spot for locals to catch a game. Service was great and the restaurant is bigger than it appears from the outside.

I had the pleasure of spending part of my Fourth of July at Brewer's Alley in Frederick, Maryland,…read moreand it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was festive, and I loved that they had special commemorative koozies for the holiday--it was a fun touch that made the day even more memorable. I ordered a frozen drink along with the crab dip and pretzel appetizer, and I can honestly say the crab dip was absolutely out of this world. It was rich, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the warm, soft pretzel. Every bite was delicious. The bartender was friendly, attentive, and provided exceptional service throughout my visit. I also spent time on the rooftop, and the view of downtown Frederick was simply phenomenal. It's the perfect place to relax, enjoy great food and drinks, and take in the scenery. The restaurant was spotless, including the restrooms, which says a lot about the pride they take in their establishment. From the incredible food and drinks to the immaculate service and beautiful rooftop atmosphere, Brewer's Alley exceeded every expectation. I can't wait to come back! #BrewersAlley #DowntownFrederick #FrederickMD #SupportLocal #RooftopDining #CraftBeer #MarylandEats #VisitFrederick

I was heading to a dinner party, and needed a place along the way that had decent beer. The dinner…read morecrowd was a lot of my fellow beer afficionados, so I knew I had to source something good. A quick look over at beeradvocate.com found a positive review for NW Fine Wines, so I made plans to stop there on the way. And am I glad that I did. I've been told the space used to be a bar, which explains the odd layout of the store. However, for a little place within a short drive of Owings Mills, Reisterstown, and others, the beer selection was really quite impressive. The wines looked to be pretty numerous, too, but that wasn't what I was shopping for that night. Prices were quite fair, and I only saw two of the coolers full of mass-produced beer (Bud, Coors, etc.). The good stuff was scattered around the room, and grouped by brand for easy location. In talking with the staff, it sounds like they're planning to get a good selection of seasonals as they come out, so even though it's quite a bit out of my way, I'll probably stop by somewhat regularly to see the new arrivals. Definitely worth a trip up 795/140.

I wasn't sure what to expect- but this place was really amazing. It's tucked back from the main…read moreroad, and looks like it could be a let down. But inside- they have EVERYTHING! Beer, wine, liquor- even craft beer from all over the world. I am super impressed!

A lovely winery with a nice view of the vineyard. We got the wine flights and they were good, also…read moregot a Garlic/Chive cheese block and some crackers to munch on. I really enjoyed their Vidal Blanc and got a bottle to take home. Friendly staff here. Would definitely enjoy coming back.

Awesome service and friendly hospitality. Great set up and venue. I highly recommend stopping by…read moreand experiencing this winery in person