My wife, my daughter and I went to Iron Rooster for my wife and I's anniversary, and I want to give…read morea special shout-out to Joshua our server. I had to go grab a backpack, and when I returned 10 minutes later she ranted about how attentive to the table he was! They were busy(Saturday before Easter), but that attention to detail shined through the whole meal. Food came out spectacular, he remembered everything we asked for and was exceptionally patient with our 1.5 year old. Joshua made the experience wonderful, and made our anniversary even better. Thank you!

I had a mixed experience overall…read more I ordered the chicken and waffles. The fried chicken had good seasoning and flavor, which I did enjoy. However, the chicken was breast meat and sliced thin, which made it come across as dry. I did tell the server I liked it and didn't go into much detail since she seemed very busy and I didn't want to add stress in the moment. Still, it's not something I would personally order again. The waffle situation was more frustrating. I initially received cornmeal waffles, but I had told my server ahead of time that I strongly avoid cornmeal. She said she would substitute them, so I was surprised when the plate came out with the original cornmeal waffles. I didn't realize at first and ended up taking a bite before noticing. I let the server know and she had the kitchen remake it. The replacement Belgian waffles were overcooked and dense, so they didn't really improve the experience. The butter though was genuinely delicious, just very rich and more of a holiday-style flavor than something I'd personally crave in warmer weather. I also had a basic cup of coffee made with Rise Up Coffee Roasters, which was $4.50. That felt overpriced for what it was. I could have walked right across the street and had a specialty coffee from the source for very little extra cost, which honestly would have been the better choice. Overall, the experience had some clear issues, especially with the waffle mix-up and consistency, but it wasn't completely disappointing. I just don't think I would personally order the same meal again.

Sunday 1/11/26 Once…read moreagain, another spot that I found with the help of yelp as the high ratings & reviews definitely gained my attention. I made a takeout order and got the crab cake omelette (w/ a biscuit) $18.29, legendary scone: Blueberry $3, single blueberry pancake $2.89, single maple bacon pancake $2.89, and single cinnamon roll pancake $2.89. - The crab cake omelet was my 2nd favorite as they surprisingly didn't skimp on the crab additions. The biscuit was just alright, but luckily it's best once combined with omlette to make a good sandwich. - The blueberry scone was probably my favorite, as it was pretty good. It was moist, fresh, and well done. - The trifecta of pancakes ranged from just okay to decent, and my ranking would go blueberry, maple bacon, and then cinnamon roll. For some odd reason, the texture of the cinnamon roll pancake was notably inferior to the other 2. Overall, my experience was quite a good one due to the scone and crab omelet delivering the most. -- #issa.cheatday

Had breakfast one morning at this small popular eatery while in town with friends. Walk up counter…read moreservice, with menus on the board, along with paper menus. Place your order, pay and get a number then grab a seat. Breakfast on the waterfront is whats here, with a few seats inside. Some benches are outside as well down by the waters edge and marina. It was a nice sunny morning on our visit so we grabbed a bench outside and waited for our number. Biscuits and gravy with two eggs over medium, the biscuits were good and the gravy better than average and its pretty hard to mess up a couple eggs. All in all a decent enough breakfast. The location makes this place what it is, a waterfront breakfast joint. Small interior, busy and not much of a place to sit and enjoy other than outside. The line moves pretty quick. 3.5 Stars rounded up for the locale 01108

At Preserve, consistency is not the point, evolution is. Each visit feels slightly different,…read moreshaped by a menu that shifts with the seasons and refuses to coast on familiarity. That restlessness works in its favor. The space is compact, almost disarming at first. Then it settles around you. There is a quiet intimacy to the room, the kind that feels less designed and more lived in. It leans closer to a welcoming home than a polished dining room, without losing its sense of purpose. The food carries that same balance. Thoughtful, seasonal, and just unpredictable enough to keep you paying attention. Cocktails follow suit, measured and deliberate, never an afterthought. For Annapolis, where good options are not exactly rare, this place still manages to separate itself. It belongs firmly in the top tier of the city's dining scene, and it earns that position every time it changes the menu and starts over again.

Located on Main Street with bar, inside/outside seating. Wonderful decor and a great drink menu…read more Food menu was great as well and not too overwhelming. This is a place that has lots of drinks and foods that have some unique and creative flavor profiles. We were greeted immediately and sat at bar. Server acknowledged us quickly and was very friendly. Checked on us throughout the time we were there. Ordered a tequila cocktail that was amazing. Highly recommend!!! So so good. Their cocktail menu has the spirit and then a description under of the drink. No actual names. Lots of interesting drinks. We grabbed a couple of apps. Got the pork bites and smoked fish dip. Both were tasty and had interesting flavors that worked. The portions were great. You can tell that great care and thought is put into to the menu. The burger and fries looked amazing - on special and lots of people around us were ordering it. Would have ordered that if we were eating a bigger meal. This is a gem of a place. Truly crafty food and drinks. Highly recommend trying them out. Would come back again.

This bistro feels very community-centered and has a great mission. Servers seem incredibly…read morehardworking and want the best experience for the diners. Went out of their way to get more milk for chocolate milk and the service was quite fast. Open kitchen layout so you can see the chefs preparing the food which is always fun. The food was good but nothing blew me away. I will say the menu has a lot of options so there's bound to be something for someone. Would come back here for sure for brunch!

Sunday 1/11/26 I…read morebelieve I've had this spot on my list for a while due to a Yelp search, so I was pretty excited to try it out. I spent $26.50 on a takeout order of bread pudding French toast $13, one blueberry pancake $7, and a cinnamon bun $5. - The bread pudding French toast was quite underwhelming as it was just alright. Also, it should definitely be no more than $10. - The blueberry pancake was the best item I had, as it semi-delivered taste-wise, but charging me $7 for a single SMALL pancake is RIDICULOUS. - The cinnamon bun was the worst of them all as it was AWFUL, hard, and dry. There's no way these were freshly made in-house pastries. Overall, my "sweet-tooth" brunch experience was pretty bad and certainly deserves a 1-star, but the business's mission and objective are what save it. -- #issa.cheatday

Great food, quick service, and my server, Jenna, gave execelent recommendations. Would definitely…read morecome back.

Cravcake sandwich was the best in MD. Our server Jenna was very kind and helpful. Will be back soon!read more

This place has a lot of character. When you first walk in, you get an old school diner vibe …read more.. which I love. And one of the first things you see when you walk in is their glass case with various pastries. Dang, I'm in trouble! The all look so good! Then, there is the menu. Wow! They offer a lot of different options. After a quick review, I knew I wanted breakfast, so I ordered a simple Bacon, Egg, and Cheese on a Bagel. It was great! And during this whole experience, we had really good service ... checking up on us regularly. But wait, I'm not done yet. You see, I order the BEC on a bagel for a reason. I wanted to make sure I had room for one of their delicious pastries. And they had one of my favorites ... apple fritter. Oh man! It was soo good! I was bouncing off the walls with all that sugar in my system, but it was worth it! Looking forward to returning and trying more items on the menu.

M'eh. This place has…read morebeen on my list for years but this was my first visit. I was expecting so much more. More space. The tables and booths are very tight. That said, I didn't feel interrupted by the conversation of the folks next to us but the guy's elbow bumped me a couple times. We were basically shoulder to shoulder with the barrier between our food. More food. Given their penchant for super sized foods, I thought the default sandwich would be bigger. It wasn't bad but it was kind of skimpy. And it didn't come with anything. I got the jumbo fries and my nephew and I finished them with no trouble. More flavor. Yeah, it wasn't bad, but it wasn't great! A Reuben should be really powerful with all the different flavors but this turkey Reuben was a bit muted. I joked that I would try to challenge menu but I would need to taste the food first to make sure I liked it. I think I could have met the challenge but I don't think I would have enjoyed it.

Jacob is the man! He provided excellent service and was attentive at the bar. I'll come back!read more

We stayed at the Westin and walked around the corner to Miss Shirley's for breakfast. Everything…read morewas excellent. Food was delicious and service was great! Nicely decorated and felt cozy having our breakfast.

Today was my first & 2nd time eating at Sofi's Crepes! Absolutely delicious! In the morning I had…read morethe sausage, egg and cheese crepe and then in the afternoon I had the Godfather! They are perfectly balanced with the ingredients and crepes cooked to perfection as well all in a hand wrapped style making it easy on the go food! I wish this was here when I was a Midshipman! Now I'm 20 years removed this year but still live in the Alexandria area. If you're looking for a delicious breakfast or lunch/dinner wrap, I highly recommend Sofi's!!

Annapolis, MD - this is a sweet little creperie right by the US Naval Academy, making crepes with a…read morevariety of classic and creative ingredient combinations. There is a simple menu of coffee, tea, and hot chocolate too. Great place for a quick bite if you're in the area!

ALERT!Undeniably the highest quality coffee you will find in the entire state of Maryland!!!!There…read moreis nothing like this place when it comes to attention to detail, transparency, and excellence in the Maryland coffee scene. The coffee is fantastic, it brings Seattle style flavor, culture, and ethics to a place you would least expect. The taste is so fresh and comforting, you instantly taste what sets them apart. Today, the barista, Camden introduced me to the unique flavor profiles of every single bean they offer. She went above and beyond to pair me with the perfect drink, and did so with such raw, genuine enthusiasm. I enjoyed a flat white and homemade, hot Jamaican tea. I will be dreaming of them both until I get to come back. Do yourself a favor and get some real coffee from Rise Up !

Always amazing coffee and friendly staff…read more I enjoyed my caramel latte and breakfast sandwich. We got there right before the rush so be prepared for a long line.

Dry 85 in Annapolis absolutely deserves five stars. From the moment we sat down at the bar, the…read moreservice was outstanding. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and clearly very knowledgeable about both the food and whiskey selection. You can tell they genuinely enjoy what they do, and their recommendations made the experience even better. The seafood mac & cheese was unreal -- pure cheesy, gooey goodness packed with flavor and perfectly cooked seafood. Comfort food at its absolute best. We also tried the WhistlePig Old Fashioned with bacon, and it was hands down one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time. Rich, smoky, smooth, and perfectly balanced without being overly sweet. What really sets Dry 85 apart is the whiskey and cocktail selection. The variety is seriously impressive, whether you're a casual bourbon fan or a full whiskey enthusiast. One of the bartenders recommended trying a bourbon flight, and it ended up being one of the highlights of the night. They took the time to explain the differences between pours and made the experience feel approachable and fun instead of intimidating. The atmosphere has a great upscale-but-relaxed vibe that makes it easy to settle in and enjoy yourself. Between the amazing drinks, incredible food, and top-tier service, this place completely exceeded expectations. We'll definitely be back next time we're in Annapolis.

We really enjoyed dinner at Dry 85. We dined on a Friday night and the only negatives were that it…read morewas SUPER loud in there. My date and I could barely hear each other and had to yell to chat. Otherwise we loved it. The blueberry bbq ribs were awesome and so was the Mac and cheese. It was supposed to be seafood Mac but it came with only one solitary shrimp on top and we didn't taste any other seafood inside. Service was good, drinks were good and food was great.