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!

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.

I have been to Prospect Point Brewing a few times now, and I really enjoy this place. It's…read morefamily-friendly, dog-friendly, laid-back, and just has a great community atmosphere. This time around, I actually chose Prospect Point as the place to celebrate my birthday--and it was such a good choice! I didn't even realize they were having Oktoberfest when I made the plans, so that was a really fun surprise. They had vendors, food trucks, live music, and even a contest going on. The weather was BEAUTIFUL--around 79 degrees--and it honestly couldn't have been a better day to be outside. The kids had a great time on the playground, which has actually been upgraded since the last time we visited. There are picnic tables throughout the property, some covered and some not, and the whole place has this really relaxed, come-as-you-are kind of vibe. It felt like one big community gathering, with everyone just hanging out and enjoying themselves. And the drinks! I had the strawberry lemonade seltzer and a strawberry hard slushie, and both were good. The slushies were definitely a hit with our group. My brother got a lemonade slushie, a couple of friends had peach, and several of us had strawberry. Everyone was basically saying, "This is DELICIOUS!" The food trucks were good, too, and we were able to bring our own food. We brought a charcuterie board, donuts, and cake for the birthday celebration, which worked out perfectly. Another thing I appreciate is how quickly the drink service moves. Even when there are a lot of people, the line moves pretty efficiently. They also allow you to sample something before deciding what you want, which I think is a great touch. They have porta-potties, but they also have an actual restroom available, and listen...PRAISE GOD. We didn't even need to use it this time, but I appreciate knowing it's there! You can't bring your own alcohol or coolers, but you can bring your own food, which gives you plenty of flexibility. And if you're there late enough for the lights to come on, the atmosphere gets even prettier. We weren't there quite that late this time, but I've seen it before and it's such a nice ambiance. The best part is that Prospect Point is only about 10 minutes from my house, so it's incredibly convenient for me. But even if it weren't that close, I'd still come back. We had such a good time celebrating my birthday, and everyone in our group kept commenting on what a nice place it was. Definitely one of my favorite local spots for a relaxed day with friends and family!

First time at this brewery. We were attending an event. Location is so close to our house that this…read moremight be our go to spot to chill and hang out with friends. Love the lights and ambiance when it's dark Sabor de Cuba was the food truck that day and the empanadas were made fresh and tasted good. Beer selections were decent. I had the "limelight cerveza" and hubby had "hop dreams." Both tasted good. Will have to try other brews/flavors. The staff were very helpful with their beer/server recommendations.

Monocacy brewing is a great place for a cold and tasty pint. The staff is always friendly,…read moreknowledgeable and quick. They only serve beer so you don't have one person behind the bar having to make cocktails and pour beer. They have a decent inside seating area and plenty of outdoor seating. They have events such as food and beer pairings. We did an ice cream and beer parking which was an awesome and fun experience. My favorite beer here is ghost of the ice cream man which is named because this building used to be an ice cream production plant. If you're in town trying Frederick's many beers, you have to try this spot!

Visited this place on a day trip to Frederick from Alexandria VA. Great reviews so I was expecting…read morethe best customer service and beer. Wanted a flight but the beers I wanted for the flight were from cans so could not be included, opted for the Pilsner, it was ok. The inside was very messy, the board games all messy and the merch rack needed some attention. The indoor seated room smells musky and the setas were all messy even though no one was in there because we were all at the patio. The patio on a nice weather day is perfect, and there was live music as well. A pizza truck outside and a good crowd of people. However, it was a day that needed more than one overwhelmed beertender. The lines at times were out the door. Went in for a second beer but the kolsch cans were not opening, the line became longer as the beertender tried her best to get a few open with no success. Ended up ordering the same beer as there was no other one on the menu that I prefer. Besides her needing some help, it seemed she was not supposed to be there past a certain time and that was reflected while she processed the line. Eventually she got a can opener and I was able to try the kolsch that turned out to be better than the Pilsner as I expected. Overall it was an ok experience at this place. If you are an IPA person, this may be your spot.

Beer is AWESOME, food is terrific. The pizza at Idiom is some of the BEST IN FREDERICK!…read moreThis brewery has a very laid back vibe. It is family friendly and always a treat to go there. This attitude is genuinely reflected in the staff too. PS - Idiom is dog friendly!

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

Great farm brewery with lots of ample outdoor space and an open field for kids/pets to run around…read more Very family friendly Beers: The dark beers are fantastic. I recommend the stouts and porters with the stout always available and the porters rotating in. The sours are also very good. IPA's are average. They have a quite large number of beers on tap so quite easy to find something you will like. Food: they often have food trucks so check the schedule before you go or bring your own. Beyond that they have cheeses and some meats/jerky.

Hard to place a review for Milkhouse because I didn't try any if their brews. We went for a crab…read morefest that they had. My family came in town and wanted crabs, so we purchased tickets and a few of them did the all you can eat crab and BBQ. I went for just the bbq, which wasn't bad. Plenty of food, but definitely worth while for those who ate endless crabs. My husband and cousin really liked the IPA there and the view was absolutely stunning. I will definitely plan to go back and get the full experience and try the various brews they have on tap. I have had the Mayta corn beer elsewhere, which eas really good. So Id be excited to have one there. I also like that they offer wine, which is a great option for non beer drinkers. Overall, good experience and worth going back!

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.

Pretty chill environment in an industrial building type area, most breweries are located in this…read moretype of setting. Staff was friendly & kind, I enjoyed a beer flight (4 tastings for $8). The roasthouse pub food truck was on premises, the guy was kind enough to give me half an order of beer battered fries, which were delicious, not greasy and perfectly hot. He mentioned all their food offerings were large portions and I was not that hungry. I like positive, kind, honest folks, that makes a big difference in your experience at any establishment. Space is nice, clean, plenty seating inside & outside (with fire pits), cornhole and a nice merchandise area. Light fun music in the background, great people watching & good for groups. Highly recommended if you are in the area.

I've always been a fan of Flying Dog because of its outrageously named beers!…read more My visit here recently was awesome! I was able to make it to a tour of the brewery which helped me learn so much about what makes them stand out and what was next for the business. Some cool details from the tour were all of grains are from Ireland! AND they use reverse osmosis to take out all the minerals then add in the same minerals as that is in the water of Ireland. Saturday's are their day off but if you come in Monday -Thursday you have a chance to see their bottling process! The best part is they give you samples of the brews during the tour! You even can try a beer that just started in the fermentation process to see what that is like in comparison. Their prices aren't too bad, $6 for a beer and $8 for a flight! A big incentive to come to the brewery is some of their most unique pours are exclusively located there! Some of the seasonal/brewery only drinks were: the mint chocolate stout and the strawberry shortcake. For this upcoming spring they are brunch themed so they will be having a Mimosa special that I can't wait for!

Midnight Run is still my favorite brewery in the DMV... and I've been to many…read more The flavors of the beers are unique, unlike any I've previously encountered. They don't taste like your typical beer; they're elevated to a culinary experience. Sounds weird, but it's true! The menu changes frequently, so be sure to get a crowler of your favorite while you're there. Also, don't sleep on the type of beer because you think don't like it. You haven't tried their version. I'm a strict sour girl, but I enjoyed a variety. Definitely ask for samples, and pro tip: Ask if there are any yummy beer mixes. You'll be blown away.

A really nice, small brewery in Frederick! Their beers are excellent and they made the most of a…read moresmall indoor space. Would definitely recommend stopping if you're in the area. No food onsite so do not come hungry