A charming gem in downtown Frederick! We decided to go out to dinner on a busy Saturday night and were lucky to get a table at Up on Market. The restaurant is charming and soothing with well-spaced tables and old school music tinkling in the background. Service was relaxed and friendly. The food outstanding. We started with crab bisque, French onion soup, and charcuterie board. The bisque was creamy and delicately flavored (no Old Bay!). The French onion soup was beautifully rendered - beefy broth full of onions, served with a toasted baguette slice covered in cheese. The charcuterie board was generous, with a nice selection of cheese and meat, grapes, plus wonderfully toasted baguette slices. The only criticism is the pistachios were under seasoned. Entrees didn't disappoint. The veal Francaise was as soft as butter, with a lovely white wine sauce. The accompanying pasta with caramelized onion was amazing - sweet and savory onions coating thin spaghetti. Two of us got the rack of lamb. Wow. Perfectly cooked to medium rare with a wonderful, peppery crust. The au gratin potatoes were creamy and unctuous. Our granddaughter got the fettuccine Alfredo and was very happy. We didn't try any of their cocktails; the restaurant has an extensive wine list and two of tried one of their Bordeaux which was excellent. During dinner one of the owners came by our table to refill water and ask about our meal. He was quite charming, and very proud of his restaurant and inn. Several of the reviews of the restaurant cited slow service. We waited a long time for our drinks (my husband had to flag down our server), but after that the food came out at a good pace. We were too full to try dessert. Overall, a lovely evening in our new favorite restaurant in downtown Frederick. read more

Everything went well having lunch at a halfway point with old friends. Everything was perfect and we plan to be back again.

Up on market looks like a fine dining location but the results say different. First off expect to spend 2-3 hours at dinner. The service is a slow walk. The restaurant itself is very nice, the food is also good. read more

Honestly, I rounded up to 4 stars. It was more like 3.7/3.8 because service was a bit slow and not very coordinated. But our food once served was excellent! French toast came with warmed maple syrup and they were able to separate all the toppings since our little one is in the phase when they do not like different foods touching. The fried oysters were light and NOT greasy at all. I liked them without the sauce but we kept the sauce for the fresh fried potato chips. Which were amazing! The charcuterie plate was full to the brim with so many goodies (see pictures). The duck appetizer was topped off so high and drizzled with the most delectable refreshing vinegrette. Really loved the apple with the duck. Overall all a great meal with the family. read more

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This venue located in Frederick has a Parisian charm. The decor takes me back to Paris and the service is impeccable. Francis is personable and has the affect of making you feel as if you are dining in his home, and he is hosting! The food is delicious! We've tried most of the entrees and my favorite is the Shepherds Pie. It's comfort food during any season of the year! read more

We visited this restaurant on a whim while visiting Frederick one afternoon. The decor was delightfully light and well kept with historical elements. We were seated quickly and the waitress was sweet and accommodating. I enjoyed the Crab Bisque to start and had the hanger steak to follow. The Bisque was delicious, not too salty and had a nice amount of backfin crab. I would go back just for this. The flavor of the hanger steak was wonderful. The meat itself was a little 'stringy' in that there were a lot of tendons and was thus hard to cut through. It may have been the day's selection but as delicious as the flavor was, it was frustrating. My wife had an eggs platter (cant remember exactly the selection) and reported it was delicious and a sufficient portion. The owner stopped by and spoke at length about the renovations and history of the building. He was delightfully cute. read more

This is worth the drive from DC. The crab bisque is stunning. Everything we ever had has been wonderful. And what a fun list of wine by the glass!! read more

35 minutes to get ordered drinks (one at a time for 3 people), another 15 minutes for a cup of soup and another minutes 25 for lunch. It was totally frustrating as our server is washing glasses, owner talking up some other customers. It was poor service. Truly disappointed. Salads were okay, nothing to say come back. I really wish I could leave more happiness here, but the restaurant was NOT busy and just average. read more

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Love this restaurant. It is beautiful and authentic. From someone that has been to France I felt transported back in a small way to a little bistro table there. We had the crispy asparagus to start. Tender inside lightly breaded and super crisp outside. My husband had the duck and loved it (and he has had duck in many restaurants). I had the fruits de Mer (seafood pasta) with the arrabiata sauce and it was heaven. Just enough heat that lingered but not spice forward and it was packed with lots of fresh seafood. Cocktails were great. Yes it is not a cheap dinner but for a special occasion I wouldn't hesitate. I will be back soon as there were too many things on the menu that I love. read more

We stayed at the Inn and had Appetizer here in the evening then breakfast in the morning. It was truly delightful. One of the best Eggs Benedicts' I have ever had. The food was delicious and the owner Francis has so hospitable. Yes, if you're in a hurry not the best place. read more

I knew nothing about this restaurant when I went in on a Friday night, only that we needed hot coffee if we were going to walk outside in the cold to see Carroll Creek's winter light boats down the street. Up On Market let us order coffee and latte to-go and while waiting my father and I realized we'd discovered something by stumbling in. There's a lot of history here in the building. And we met the owner who brought more history to life -- he's put so much of himself into this restaurant and adjacent inn too. His wife is a chef. With one look at the menu it was clear this was a quality French bistro. We decided to go back for dinner the next night with friends. Good French food has the best curated dishes. Our group shared the fillet and crab empanades, small appetizer bites of goodness, enough to leave you wanting more. I had a cup of a satisfying vegan asparagus soup (we were told the French onion and the mushroom soups are excellent). I decided on the veal française main course which was amazing, tender and with a perfect sauce. I had a glass of Sauvignon blanc, trying a mild NZ sample before switching to a traditional full-bodied one. Then for dessert I ordered affogato, one of my favorite things, a decaf espresso with a dollop of vanilla ice cream in it, yum. I think I had all the courses, haha, and my stomach was happy, not overburdened. I couldn't believe how excited I was about their food. I hope to try more of their extensive menu soon! Really good, friendly service and inviting upscale vibe. It was easy to find street parking close-by. read more

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Overall, I enjoyed the food and the atmosphere. The hummus is phenomenal. However, you think the jumbo crab cake would be a little bigger for $50. read more

Another hit for downtown Frederick. Went to this restaurant for brunch and honestly could have found something for each meal of the day. The ambience is upscale modern French and the menu can be a bit pricey, for good reason. Large portions of delicious fresh food. Paola was our waitress and she gave great suggestions to try, including a really good sparkling rosé that was light and smooth. Two of us got brunch items while one got the Cesar Salad with Salmon and we all cleared our plates. The 3 egg omelettes were very fluffy and not over stuffed with our toppings. The roasted potatoes were perfectly roasted with a delicious dill crème to dip in. For dessert we got the Pan au chocolate croissant and it was small but tasty. Overall, I would go back for another meal and try some of their craft cocktails. read more

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First visit on a quiet Tuesday evening was a wonderful dining experience. The restaurant itself is exquisite with attention to detail in every detail... It is evident that this restaurant is a true labor of love on the part of not only the owners but the staff. The antique chairs, glass mirrors, the bar, woodwork,... each were carefully restored and look great. It is a treat to dine in these surroundings. We only had a few dishes and a chocolate desert, but what we had --including the bread-- was delicious and crafted very well. I loved my Beef Bourguignon hit the spot perfectly on an unusually cooler summer night. The menu is extensive and begs for more meals, but I am writing this review because every detail of what we experienced was really excellent. ...And the staff is attentive, friendly and knowledgeable about every detail as well. The service was excellent, which speaks to the entire experience itself. Many restaurants in Frederick have professional staff and excellent service, but not every restaurant follows up excellent service with equally excellent dishes. And no restaurant that I have been in recently is meticulously restored like Up on Market. As new residents of Frederick we are very happy to find a restaurant that represents the best of French cuisine and such an excellent and sweet dining experience. read more

We admittedly stopped in to use the bathroom, but started looking at the menu and talking to the host and were quickly convinced to sit down for a light dinner. The shepherd's pie and crab chowder were very good. The host told us about the history of the building and went on for a little too long, but it was interesting overall. Very intentional and beautiful design elements inside. read more

Francis and Michelle always welcome me into the restaurant and the food is phenomenal. The atmosphere is so nice. It's not too loud and has a eclectic urban feel, yet cozy. Tonight I had the black striped sea bass with delicate savory cream sauce paired with a Bruno Giacosa - Nebbiolo D'Alba. Francis recommended this wine and it complemented the fish perfectly. The cream caper sauce was unbelievable and what I really enjoyed was the sweet onions in the pasta. Probably the best meal I've had! Topped off with a grasshopper! Highly recommend to anybody that wants a culinary experience. read more

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Service: - the waitress was really friendly! She had a super cute, bubbly personality and was very attentive. She did try to take our drinks before we had finished them a few times, and then made some pretty hard hints we should order more - My father in law ordered the pasta and the waitress confused the order but really tried hard to convince us that someone truly *did* order the scallops - I ordered a macchiato that was just totally forgotten but they didn't put it on the bill so that wasn't so bad! Food: - appetizer: fried asparagus was actually really good! - meal: got the stuffed shrimp. So bad the protein portion was minuscule, the shrimp was overcooked and chewy and none of it tasted fresh. It was covered in some Asian inspired sauce & baked and was thoroughly bad. The fries took up half of the plate and were very meh, just covered in pepper. The coleslaw it came with was also mid, felt like fast food coleslaw. On a positive note my friend got the pork chop and that was cooked perfectly and very good! Also the food took ages to come out it was wild. But man, almost $40 for a plate of mostly sub par fries was super disappointing. Should have gone somewhere else when we walked in & the place was empty. read more

Best French cuisine! The New Zealand venison in French VSOP brandy crrame sauce was absolutely best in class, out of this world! The whole meal was prepared to perfection and presented with haute couture grace. read more

Up On Market - Almond cake and sorbet ..didn't wait for the photo! - Diners Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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This is a lovely french restaurant tucked in the middle of downtown Frederick! Overall the food, customer service, and ambiance were A+. The price point vs. portion size is where the 4 stars really come from! our bill was an astounding $350+, and it was only 4 of us with 1 entree per person, 2 appetizers, 6 macarons, and maybe 1-2 drinks per person...so you do the math! However, another star is knocked off because as I was inquiring about their french 75 drink, Mr. Frances (the owner) offhandedly asked me my age...which was super awkward and felt inappropriate. I immediately responded "are you asking for my ID?", because I was unclear of his intentions. You don't ask any grown woman her age, let alone in front of an audience. He replied "no". However, he then awkwardly started to ramble on about how he had 2 others customers (who were black..not stated, but implied) who both looked in their 40s, but were in fact mother and daughter, and the daughter just turned 21; and how he was so surprised by her age. This did NOT clarify why he specifically asked me my age, and his story was cringy. Additionally, my entire table already ordered their drinks, and no one else was asked their age. Thankfully, our server stepped right in, and pretty much made it very clear that if Im expected to show my ID, then my whole table needed to show their IDs. immediately Mr. Frances changed his tone (....side eye). Ultimately, He ended up being very personable, but I think that was to compensate for his inappropriateness. btw, I was the only person of color in my party..so let's be clear and fair, so there's no misunderstandings of anyone's intentions. Overall, I recommend...because the food was quite delicious and our service (outside of that awkward moment) was impeccable! read more

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Phenomenal dining experience celebrating my friend's birthday. Francis explained everything thoroughly. The food, cocktails and wines are exquisite and unmatched in the area. read more

Up On Market - French onion soup and lentil salad. - Diners Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

TL;DR Rude staff, overpriced, food isn't anything special. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME. I have nothing good to say about this place. We went on a Sunday since it was the only place without a wait (it was actually nearly empty, which should have been our first sign). We walked in and only one other table was occupied. We waited for at least 7 minutes while two staff members moved around doing chores; they could see us but just...didn't care about paying customers? We asked if we could sit at a certain table but apparently it was reserved, uh ok. The table did not become occupied during our hour and a half visit. The woman who waited on us had no customer service skills. It was like we were bothering her by ordering. All I wanted was to get out. They charge you to split a dish and the food is already over priced. Nothing we ate was better than other Frederick spots. I am appalled at how rude this woman was. The restaurant is EMPTY during prime brunch time and you're rude to customers??? Yikes. read more

What an amazing gem on East Market Street. The owners captured what French cuisine means. I had the Chicken and my husband had the scallops with guyere cheese grits and asparagus. This adaptation to the original menu item was based on customer requests and is adjusted to the needs of the customer. You can't ask for more! The authenticity does not stop here of course. If you are requesting a cocktail. Every ingredient that is added is measured and put in carefully versus other places that tend to rely more and more on premade mixers. But don't take my word for it. Go see for yourself.!!! A small business that puts its whole heart & soul into its service. That's rare these days. I give 6 out of 5 stars! Blessed! read more

Brunch was certainly delicious and the restaurant is rich in history. Antique furniture and appointments from Washington DC. The Savory Pastry was mouth watering and the fresh pressed coffee was super rich in flavor. We loved it so much, we book a room and made Valentines Day reservations. Liv was our server and she was first class! Talk with Frances. He and his wife have a great story. He will give a pointed tour of where all the fixtures and furniture came from. A true gem for Frederick. read more

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Such a sweet place to enjoy brunch! The owner was so kind and you can tell how much he loved the restaurant. The food was good and we're looking forward to trying other meals there! read more

Queer-friendly cafe with a funky ambience and disco lighting airbnb - creamy sauces and saucy service! read more

Up On Market - Diners Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

We found this to have outstanding food. The owner/manager was our server, because the headwaiter was out sick. He paid close attention to our needs. The menu has a lot of choices, as does the wine list. Everything is made from scratch, so dinner is not a "fast food" experience. The surroundings are classic French-style. Dinner for three ran about $150. read more

Our first time coming to "Up on Market" was on Memorial Day around 4ish with my husband. Right from beginning we were welcomed very warmly by a very nice young woman. Sadly, I didn't catch her name but she had attended us amazingly through out the entire experience. We were sat right next to the window on this cute round table. The waitress had explained to us everything was made in house; the sauces, the dressings even the drinks. Started off with the empanadas for the appetizers, two crab and two filet and all I can say is wow!....delicious, delicious, delicious . Once we finished that we both decided on trying the pastas. I had the Alfredo with grilled chicken and my husband the Wagner's Sage Sausage also with grilled chicken. Both dishes came out beautifully prepared and the taste was superb. Not overly salted just the perfect balance of the sauce. Then we finished it off with two desserts, I had the creme brûlée and my husband had the ricotta cheesecake. Again very impressed! Never had creme brûlée and I loved every bite. Then before we left, the owner "Francis" was so kind to come over and introduce himself to us. "Francis" was sooooo kind and we both enjoyed listening and talking to him about the history of the establishment. Especially the drinks, I've never had a "Nigroni" but after talking to Francis I'm def going to have one now and the old fashion. Just a great first time experience and will for sure be coming back again. The ambience of the entire restaurant just felt homie and calming. I felt I could stay for hours and be at peace. Both my husband and I loved it. read more

This quaint French restaurant is on the corner of market & 3rd street. It is very charming and welcoming inside, I felt almost out of the country. Our server was EXCELLENT, well mannered and very knowledgeable about the dishes and beverages. He even provided suggestions We visited for brunch on a Sunday and the restaurant was fairly quiet. We were a party of 10 and everyone ordered simple breakfast entrees while I ordered the menu special which was stuffed wild race quail on prosciutto and a sliced baguette and a side of sautéed green beans and mushrooms . Also ordered steak empanadas as appetizer and they were DELICIOUS The quail was cooked perfectly but the wild rice was lacking some seasoning. Definitely a good texture. The green bean were cooked perfectly as well. Everyone else enjoyed their meal but felt it was overpriced for what was served. And we waited over an HOUR for our food to come out I would go back for the ambiance and to try their seafood options because the stuff shrimp was very tasty read more

Up On Market - Crab stuffed shrimp with potatoes and spinach - Diners Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Outstanding service, great food and a cute atmosphere. This is French cuisine and a cute bistro with a beautiful marble counter bar. I went with another couple after Christmas and we had a great time sharing wine and eating a really nice, upscale dinner. It's perfect for date night and I was told they have an amazing breakfast that I'll have to try. I had scallops and they were so good. I asked for recommendations as the menu looked so good and I was given like 5 recommendations. It was hard to choose. The desert was great too. It's a small place, but apparently it had a really nice bathroom (I didn't go in it, but others in my party did and commented on it). read more

My date and I showed up for our reservation (Mickelson 8pm 10/10) and sat at the host stand for 5 mins before leaving and going across the street. Some may say 5 mins isnt too long to wait but let me explain the scenario. From the host stand you can see into the kitchen and on the line. From that angle I could see staff huddled around talking, most backs facing the front door unable to get their attention. There was one other table in the restaurant, no bartender behind the bar, and when I proceeded to say "excuse me!" trying to get their attention 3 times awkwardly in front of the only table in the restaurant, the music was so loud the staff couldn't hear me :) super awkward. I frequent downtown and haven't been able to try up on market simply because of service alone. The staff probably still thinks my date and I just never showed up to our reservation. read more

I have been here quite often. Love the food, the attention to detail. Everything about it really and yes the prices are a bit high but worth it. 5 stars! read more

Wonderful, Charming Dinner We had dinner here on the recommendation of a friend, though I admit I was a bit concerned after reading some recent reviews. All for naught! The restaurant is a charming, beautifully decorated bistro, in an old restored building. We had a wonderful, relaxed dinner. Both the entree and dessert were delicious and tastefully presented. The owner stopped by, thanks us for coming and gave us a bit of the history of the decor and the location. As to the comments in some other reviews... we were there on a Tuesday, and were one of only 3 parties there, so things might be different on a crowded weekend. However, our waiter was pleasant and attentive without being obtrusive. I ordered the roasted quail, and he mentioned it would take 20-25 minutes, asking if that was okay for me (it was). When dinner came, I ordered a second glass of wine, and he asked if I might like to try a Resiling they had recently added. He promptly brought me a taste, followed in short order by a full glass. The service was relaxed, but not inattentive. We did not feel rushed, nor were we antsy at any point. It's not a place to go for a quick meal, but if you want to enjoy a special evening, you won't be disappointed. read more

Tried Up On Market for my birthday brunch, 45 min later, the meal was less than expected. The restaurant is grossly UNDER STAFFED. I had a spill that I cleaned myself, after calling out for the attention of the server/co-owner, based on the cavalier reaction to ignore me. I was very disappointed given the special occasion. read more

Up On Market - Diners Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

An exquisite restaurant filled with owner personally picked antiques. A place to sit and relax, to enjoy all the delicious foods made from scratch! The 24oz bone in ribeye was super juicy. Onion soup without salted cheese . Tender veal with thin linguine drizzled with creamy sauce! everything on the pastry list is a must to try. And don't forget to pick out some classic cocktails to go with it read more

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Our meal took 2+ hours with no explanation. There were only 2 other tables dining at the same time.

This is a great place on Market St in Old Frederick. The food is good . The service friendly and efficient. The ambiance I'd classy but come, read more

Go elsewhere. This place does not deserve your business. Upon arrival, we were told by a frazzled host (the owner) there would be a 10 minute wait... I wasn't concerned about this. My friend and I were in no hurry. In fact, we had compassion and patience to spare when we arrived. 20-30 minutes after getting seated we received coffee and water. And nothing else -- not even a top-off or check-in -- for another 30-45 minutes. The owner came to our table to ask for our order again because she "might have messed up." She returned to announce she "hadn't messed up" but she said she'd get us another round of waters and coffees -- coffee on the house! But it never came... After an hour and a half, our food came -- but not all of it! When we got the check, she charged me for an extra "Americano." I reminded her that I only had one and, in fact, I ordered a black drip coffee. I reminded her that the second one she was going to put "on the house" never came. She insisted Americano and drip coffee are the same and stated that she was making the drink but I canceled the order. All my fault, I guess. She then put the cherry right on top of this god awful experience by explaining how we were to blame for the long wait and horrible service because we were a "walk-in" with no reservation. From the other 1-star reviews, it sounds like it wouldn't have mattered either way. Bottom line, the owner treated us like we were a nuisance instead of a paying customer. Go elsewhere. This places does not deserve your business. Also, my bank currently shows they charged me twice for the bill amount. I will dispute the second charge. read more

We love stopping here as a halfway point on our way home. The restaurant is quaint and historic, and I absolute love that they haven't followed that modern trend of having televisions in every corner. It really allows for a more personal experience with others and true enjoyment of the food without many distractions. The service is good and there is an emphasis on slowing down to enjoy the atmosphere and food, like the French people do. We sat there for about two hours, but had a fantastic time. The menu is a bit expensive, but the food and drinks are worth it! We were even recommended a fantastic Riesling to pair with the stuffed quail special. The lamb was cooked very well and the lentil salad was refreshing. The menu did say that there would be onions and a Dijon vinaigrette, but I only really tasted olive oil. The greens were fresh and the addition of lentils was perfect, though. We stayed for dessert, which was well worth it, especially with the handmade whipped cream! We're definitely going to turn this into a tradition. This was our second time here and we will be back! read more

While the food and service were lovely, one part of the experience was not so pleasant We ordered 2 entrees and asked the waiter to plate the meals with half of each entree on each plate. Two meals, two plates Which they did...and then charged us $10 for 2 shared meals. I'd We were sharing one meal, I could maybe understand, but we purchased an entree per person. We did not realize this until we were home. The worst part? No reply to my correspondence. Feels like a blatant money grab read more

I'll start the review off with the highlights. #1 was our server CARTER! This young man deserves a 5-Star rating as he was simply a joy and extremely thorough at his job! The ambiance of the restaurant was also a highlight as it is definitely a perfect little date night gem with the perfect lighting and preserved historical elements of the building. The last highlight as the bar ... it reminded me of an upscale bar in The French Quarter and the cocktails were perfect! I wish the food was as equally as impressive as the aforementioned, and believe me, we wanted it to be, however, as you see there's not even a picture of my main course as it was so underwhelming I forgot to photograph it. I had one of the daily specials which was the Rockfish topped with crab and accompanied by spinach and caramelized onion linguine....the sound of the entire dish drew me in, but there was nothing whatsoever to write home about other than the nice amount of the crab that topped the fish....and sadly no other news to report. Oh, and the French Onion Soup ... it literally reminded me of Progresso French Onion. Again, I'm always excited when I see French Onion on the menu, but this wasn't what I expected. I would like to think that perhaps we didn't order the right entrees this go round at Up On Market because the neighboring table's steak looked and smelled mouthwatering ... but I am not sure I'll be back in order to see if that's the case. BUT, if you do visit, request Carter as he's AWESOME and be sure to get a French 75 as well. read more

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