I arrived at White Rabbit Gastropub around 1:45pm on a beautiful mid-June Saturday for a solo adventure lunch. I had driven two hours and was hungry, but I was also committed to making good decisions. Or at least mostly good decisions... The hostess offered me a seat at the second-floor bar rather than the quoted 25-30 minute wait. Great! Solo diners love surprise upgrades. Unfortunately, when I got upstairs, the one "available" seat had apparently been claimed by a diaper bag and a giant straw sunhat belonging to the woman sitting next to it holding a too-little-to-walk baby sitting at the bar. Uhhh...this isn't going to work. Back downstairs I went. I gave them my name and number, found a shady spot outside, and settled in for what I assumed would be a long wait. Five minutes later, my table was ready. Thank you, Universe! My server greeted me with water immediately, explained the QR code menu situation, and told me not to order through the app because she'd be right back. No worries, friend. I'd already done my homework. I knew exactly what I wanted. One Martha Stewart's Prison Pizza ($22), please. (Sausage, broccoli, ricotta, Calabrian chili peppers, lemon oil, and sea salt.) I asked for the chili peppers on the side because I know myself. I like adventure. I don't enjoy possibly setting my mouth on fire. And a Diet Pepsi ($3.50), because balance. While I waited, I people-watched, which is one of my favorite hobbies. White Rabbit was PACKED. The patio was full. The downstairs bar was full. Upstairs was full. Couples, groups of girlfriends, older folks, younger folks, families, solo diners...everyone seemed happy to be there. The place itself is pretty small, which explains the wait. Six tables downstairs, maybe eight bar seats, more seating upstairs, and a constant dance of servers carrying food through the same front door customers use. Add the "please wait to be seated" crowd gathering in the narrow hallway and I'd describe things as organized chaos. But once I was seated, I was perfectly comfortable and out of the traffic pattern. One cool touch I noticed: outlets and USB ports built right into the front of the bar. Maybe that's common and I've somehow missed it all these years, but I thought it was pretty neat. Then my pizza arrived. Oh good lawd. OH. GOOD. LAWD. This pizza was SO GOOD! I knew from the first bite that I was in trouble. There was no sauce, which surprised me at first, but after approximately three seconds I no longer cared. The sausage was plentiful. The broccoli added texture. The ricotta was creamy and rich. And that lemon oil?! That lemon oil set it off! Everything just worked together perfectly. The Calabrian peppers arrived on the side exactly as requested. I bravely sampled a very small amount on my fork before desecrating my pizza and quickly determined that folks with stronger heat tolerance than me will absolutely love them. They were just a little too spicy for my delicate tastebuds. Thankfully, the pizza was incredible without them. And those slices? MONSTERS. I ate one and seriously contemplated a second before reminding myself that I had dessert plans elsewhere. A box was requested. Self-control was exercised. Barely. As a solo diner, I also want to give White Rabbit extra points. Multiple staff members checked on me throughout the meal. I never felt forgotten, rushed, or weird sitting by myself. Everyone was warm, kind, and made me feel completely comfortable. I really appreciated that. My total bill came to $32.44 including tip which felt really reasonable given the amount of pizza I consumed and brought home. Worth every penny. I'm already scheming my next two-hour drive back. Maybe a smashburger. Maybe those Brussels sprouts everyone keeps raving about. Maybe another pizza. Maybe all of it! I highly recommend checking out White Rabbit. Make it a destination, not just a stop while you're in the area. Don't let the size of the place or the wait scare you off. It's totally worth it. PRO TIP: If you park in the Church Street Parking Garage, look for the staircase labeled "STAIR 3." White Rabbit is literally right outside the door at the bottom. No hide-and-seek required! read more

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I can't believe I'm discovering this place so late despite being a local. Their three sauce pizza (menge a trois? something like that) was insane. I'm definitely a sauce person on my pizza and this was right up my alley. Buttery thick crust. My friend got the chicken cutlet caesar sandwhich and she loved it said the dressing had crazy flavor and her cutlet was super crispy. We definitely need to go back and try more things. All of their pizzas look really unique. Table next to us got the one with a lot of pepperoni on it and it looked very good too. I reccomend parking at the Church Street Garage to access the restaurant as it's sort of hard to find parking. Interior was quaint and conservative and our waitress was amazing and very sweet. read more

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Let me just start with the fact that I am Quebecois and so I know my poutine and THIS crab poutine will bring me back to this restaurant if nothing else! Delicious and loaded with crab! The restaurant was a bit full and as we decided to give this spot a try sort of last minute, we were more than happy to sit at the bar. We were exhausted from a long day and starving, and because of both those things we skipped cocktails. It was very disappointing to have to do all our ordering through the app, resulting in virtually zero interaction with any staff whatsoever. It left me with just an odd feeling I can't explain, perhaps because we were looking right at staff sitting at the bar and yet no one spoke to us. Anyway, the food was great (my friend had the smash burger and fries) and I will be coming back at least once for the poutine again and to try their pizza. Apparently they are known for their pizzas and they ones I saw did look delicious. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Crab Poutine - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

I can see why this place has such a high rating. If I could give percentage of stars they would get a 4.5. We sat at the bar downstairs. We arrived towards the end of Brunch so the outside seating wasn't available. We tried a few drinks and went thru the menu. Everything coming out of the kitchen looked great so instead of ordering a pizza we decided to try several small plates. Our first course was the chicken skewers ginger soy. I wanted to try the Jerk but they were out. The meatballs were next. These were very good but the star of the plate was the bread with homemade honey butter. Wow. I got the cheese bread with pepperoni with side of marinara which is like a mini version of their pizza. We wife got the cucumber and Feta salad. I almost ordered a second plate. It was simple but so good. I look forward to trying the pizza . The Nashville Hot Chicken Pizza caught my eye read more

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Come early if you want a table but White Rabbit Gastro Pub is worth the effort for sure. Tucked in a no-visibility corner of Frederick behind the Church Street Parking Garage, this gem of a local restaurant inhabits the space that was La Paz years ago. It's certainly worth the effort to come and find and would even be worth the (expectable) wait for a table. Reservations are not accepted, so planning is the watchword. At 11:30 am on a late winter Saturday which was damp and dreary, we got one of the last tables. Aiming for healthier fare, we got "bowls" (one rice-based with tofu, and one greens-based with shrimp. Both were tasty, plentiful and delicious. This is upscale dining and not perhaps super-affordable for the cost. A $20 salas out to be super-plentiful and delicious to justify the expense, but these both definitely well. Despite a bazillion competitors within walking distance, we definitely plan to come back. We're fans. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Greens Bowl with Shrimp - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Friendliest staff EVER even upon seeing our baby who could potentially leave a huge mess. Cocktails 10/10. Espresso martini SLUSHY?! Excuse me??? I had the afternoon delight, my husband had the blueberry mojito mocktail (yes an entire mocktail menu) and then I may or may not have had the iceberg (Miller lite and marg slushy with salted rim yes pls sry not sry). Food menu is impeccable. So many gluten free options! I wanted to try the Brussels, the skewers, the rice bowl but settled on a citrus salad and truffle fries. Malt vinegar aioli?! What now?! Delicious. My husband had one of their signature pizzas with house made deep dish crust, also available gluten free. We would go back for sure. read more

Cool vibe in downtown Frederick, Maryland. The night we went it was super busy. Had to wait for a table about 30 minutes, but we hung out at the bar and the drinks were really good. Would definitely suggest getting the crab poutine as an appetizer so tasty. I got the Carmella's cutlet as my main meal, very big couldn't finish it all also very good. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Chicken Carmela's Cutlet - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

My sister and I were visiting this beautiful very walkable historic city, when we stopped at this hidden gem of a restaurant. We created a pizza cause my sister wanted BBQ chicken, they did topped it off with a white sauce, red onions, and cilantro. And we had the cucumber and feta dish. I don't know which one I liked best. The sweet salty of the salad or the airy and filling Detroit style pizza. Our server and her staff was amazing and made very delicious recommendations for drinks. I had a the blueberry mojito. Perfect mixture if sweet and tart. So if you are in town, I would recommend stopping. read more

Stopped at White Rabbit Gastropub on Mother's Day while passing through downtown Frederick, and I'm glad we did. The restaurant is tucked into a really charming historic-style building with a cozy speakeasy atmosphere, exposed brick, and a lot of character. You can tell why it's so well reviewed. One thing worth mentioning for anyone visiting downtown Frederick: parking was actually much easier than we realized at first. We initially parked on another street because we didn't know there was parking nearby, but there's public parking very close to the restaurant, and we even noticed EV/Tesla charging nearby as well. We arrived around 9:15 PM and learned that last call was only a few minutes away, which was completely our fault, but the staff still took the time to help guide us toward a few good menu choices and never made us feel rushed. Everyone was genuinely friendly and welcoming. The Old Fashioned came out quickly and was very solid. The standout dish of the night was definitely the Crispy Brussels Sprouts with walnuts, absolutely excellent and probably my favorite thing we ordered. For the main course, we had the Maryland Crab Detroit Pizza. I liked it, but didn't love it. The Detroit-style crust was thicker and softer than I expected, more heavy and bread-forward than crispy, and combined with the béchamel-style sauce it ended up feeling a little too rich for my taste. Still good quality ingredients, just not quite my preference. Although the Maryland Crab Detroit Pizza wasn't really my personal favorite, there were plenty of other dishes on the menu that looked excellent. I'd definitely come back to try more of what they offer. For dessert, we tried the Churro Donuts with cinnamon sugar and dulce de leche. They were decent, but the texture leaned a little soggy rather than crisp or airy. We had also hoped to try another dessert that sounded great, a warm brownie-style dessert, but they had sold out after a busy weekend. Overall, I'd absolutely come back. The food was good overall, the drinks and service were strong, and the ambiance is really what makes the place memorable. If I'm back in downtown Frederick, this is definitely somewhere I'd consider returning to. read more

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This place is a great spot in town for good drinks and eats. The Veronica Vaughn pizza was excellent with the ricotta being very abundant and the pepperoni being cooked nice and cupped along with that slight hot honey kick. The brussel sprouts were a great flavored green to have. The crab poutine fries were good but nothing to write home about. The vibe and atmosphere was intimate and felt like a nice dark but speakeasy type vibe but with the energy of a gastropub. The cocktails were also very well made. The staff was very nice and attentive. There is a wait if you don't have reservations so I recommend getting it ahead of time. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Brussel crowe, crab poutine and Veronica Vaughn pizza - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Came here with a group of friends for lunch after hiking at Ganbrils state park. We didnt have reservations but was able to get seat outside. Our server was friendly and told us we could scan QR code to get the menu. I saw someone else eating a Smash burger and knew I wanted one. I also ordered a Pious pear cider which was nice and too sweet. The burger had all the toppings and was filling. The group shared an order of crab poutine which was delicious. We had a bit of food envy when we saw other tables with pizza. I would love to come back and try their pizza. Had a great experience and would recommend this to others. read more

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This was our first stop from BWI airport for a "quick" lunch on our way out to Leesburg VA. We overstayed just because of White Rabbit. So inviting, welcoming, excellent food, draft lines and cocktails. Leah was amazing! If this is your first visit to the area, she should be the first person you meet. Even the patrons were very nice. Get the cheesy bread!! It kinda has a vibe of Cheers in Brooklyn thing going on except way friendlier like genuinely nice people. No fake BS here. I would move to this town just based off of this pub and immediately have a friend group. Will return!!! read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Shrimp and rice Mr. Clean Shrimp Bowl - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Absolutely delicious! We had the cheese bread, crab soup, and the award winning Detroit style pizza. Everything was delicious! read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

My first time here. We ate at the bar since it was booked and busy. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. The drinks were good. I got a smash burger with parmesan fries. It was soooooooo good. It came with a sauce that I think was mustard based. Also delicious. It was such a good burger. My friend loved her dill pickle pizza. I would come here again. I heard upstairs is really cute. The downstairs bar area was nice! read more

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Detroit friend approved! If you're looking for a place that serves great Detroit-style pizza and accommodates big groups, White Rabbit is perfect. We ordered one too many pizzas (6), but they were all crispy and delicious. One of the most unique pizzas - the Maryland's Best Crab Pizza - was a winner for me. Any of the ones with pepperoni were also good. I usually eat two slices max of Detroit-style pizza, but I definitely had to go over my limit to try almost all the pies. My group left a little over four slices left after the feast, so basically a whole pizza. The wait was 40 minutes at around 4:30pm, but I think there were a lot of people there from the street festival that Saturday afternoon. My friends and I were enjoying Tenth Ward nearby when we got the text that our table was ready. White Rabbit was willing to hold the table after my friend ran over to say we were on our way. I think White Rabbit is great for groups because of the separate ordering on Toast Tab. You can order and pay for items as an individual and as a group, so people could order their own drinks on their own tabs. The check splitting for all the pizzas was easier afterwards when we put it all on one person's credit card. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Six pizzas for the table - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

I've been a regular at White Rabbit Gastropub since moving to Frederick in 2022, and it has consistently delivered a 5-star experience. Sure, like any restaurant, an order can occasionally be less than perfect--but honestly, I've never had a reason to complain here. My go-to appetizer is always the cheesesteak empanadas (absolutely incredible), and hands down, the Smash Burger is the BEST I've ever had. Their pizza? Equally amazing--crispy, flavorful, and perfectly done every time. Whether you're local or just visiting Frederick, White Rabbit should be at the top of your list. Great food, great vibes, and one of the best spots in town. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Smash Burger - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

(UPDATE) Food: The food is still just as advertised, and delicious. The staff is accommodating and helpful despite the QR code menu system. I personally recommend the Pizza, especially their Veronica Vaughn. Service: The restaurant can sometimes have a long wait, but it's worth it. Servers flip tables quickly and are transparent about wait times. Food never takes too long, so expect quick service on slower days, with more of a half hourish wait on busy days (depending on what you order). Ambiance: As a young adult , I love the vibe established in the White Rabbit! Often I recognize some of my own favorite songs on the radio! So shout out to whoever puts together the playlists. Tables are small downstairs, but the atmosphere is cozy and inviting. Good hang spot. There is bar seating upstairs and downstairs. Oh! And worth mentioning are the tasteful paintings hung along the stairways. I absolutely recommend the White Rabbit to any couple or group of friends in the downtown frederick area. It's a go-to for me. Thank you to the staff and owners for so many great lunches and dinners! read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Cheese Pizza - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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It is rare to find a casual place which has both great food and superb service. This hard to find spot combines both of these. The Detroit style pizza was tremendous and our service from Logan and the other services was attentive both not over powering. A great place to eat in Frederick read more

My sister came to visit and we just looked a random place to eat in downtown Frederick and stumbled upon the White Rabbit. We were greeted at the door able to get quick seating at the bar. Leah was amazing. She made sure we had our drinks quickly. She explained the menu to us as it was our first time. Her recommendations were excellent. She checked in regularly with us and made sure we were taken care of. We hope to run into her again when we come back. The food we chose were all delicious. The pizza was my favorite with the empanadas a close second. The crab poutine was different but my sister really enjoyed it. Portions were good and I think the food was priced well. The building is a little hidden but there is some enjoyment in finding it almost feels like you have to be in the know. The restaurant itself was dimly lit but that is expected of a pub. I enjoyed it myself. Bright lights is not always needed. Overall a great experience and I will definitely be back and will recommend it to anyone who happens to be in the area. read more

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As a New Yorker, I didn't know Detroit pizza existed. When it first came out it reminded me of a Chicago pie (big and heavy) but it wasn't. It was light, airy and delicious. I recommend coming here and trying it for yourself. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Supreme Being - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

What a fun little hidden spot ,, my daughter has been wanting to go here for forever but with a little one it's hard to get into a busy place , my birthday was yesterday and we couldn't figure out were to go and remembered this place we got so lucky we got there before it got to crowded ,, the place is so cool my grandson loved it , the service was spot on and the food oh my god ,, This food was fantastic and the pizza I can't even describe how mouth watering it was ,, we tried a new Italian selzer it was fantastic,, I don't know what they gave me for desert I n Leo litteraly got every bit off the plate ,, Thank you so much we had a great time read more

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I drove 45 minutes after the snow just to come here and honestly it was worth it. I am not from Frederick and ended up getting stuck in an alley that was not plowed well. After some stress I managed to get out and park in a garage nearby. The food made all of that completely worth it. I had been stuck in the house for four days and really wanted this pizza and it did not disappoint. The waitress and Ricky were incredibly kind and welcoming which made the experience even better. Sorry my picture only shows half the pizza I was hungry and could not wait. I would absolutely do it all over again for this food. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

Everything here is amazing; food, drinks, ambience and service. It is popular (busy) definitely eat here! read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Smash Burger - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

So cute! Excellent food! Kind staff and an excellent vibe! Can't wait to come back! Music is also on point! read more

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This was a great place to grab some pizza while in Frederick, Md. We had a larger group and there was a little bit of a wait (obviously because the food is to die for) but they got our group of 12 in and got us seated upstairs and out of the way. They had some great beers on tap and we were there for the pizza. Amazing!!! Some of the other party members got some bowls and they enjoyed them as well. Will definitely come back. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Pizza deep dish, four hearty slices - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

Although White Rabbit Gastropub is tucked behind a parking garage it's worth finding. The inside is a bit dark but cozy. There was a bit of a wait as expected on a Saturday around lunch time but the hostess quickly found us four seats at the bar upstairs. I had the Maryland's Best Crab Pizza, truffle parmesan fries, and an espresso martini. The crab pizza was more like crab dip on bread -- tasty but filling. Last time my friends and I had the Martha Stewart's Prison Pizza and asked for some marinara on the side. Highly recommend if you want a lighter pizza. The fries were French cut and tasted like they were tossed in malt vinegar flavor with parmesan, served with truffle mayo and ketchup. The espresso martini was good, but I've had better elsewhere in Frederick. My brother in law ordered the Ube Bae to-go and shared with us. The cake was purple, fluffy, light, and not too sweet. It's topped with the yummiest cereal milk whipped topping, fruity pebbles, and desiccated coconut. Perfect dessert! I've been here a few times and it's always a good experience. I'd recommend it! read more

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They say they have the best pizza - they are 100% right. Lea is the most amazing bartender on the planet!! When she picks the music the vibe is just perfect!! Made us feel like family from the moment we came in! Owners are amazing and they even have a Han Solo frozen in their refrigerator (ask to see it - it's so cool!) love love love this place!! read more

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I heard great things about the food and drink here so had to try it. Unfortunately I already ate, but wanted to try one of their cocktails. I had the mamacita mezcalita. It was the perfect amount of freshness and smokiness. The pizza looked amazing so I may have to come back! read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Mamacita mezcalita - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

Great service, great happy hour. Inside and outside seating. We tried the crab poutine fries which were amazing, fried tomatoes which were delicious, and a few crushes which were only $6! The pizza is so filling, please consider sharing! We ate too much and were immediately ready for bed LOL. The combinations of pizza toppings offer something for everyone. I tried a piece of my friends elote pizza, so interesting! I would definitely return. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Crab Poutine - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

Love the ambiance of the place. The service, seasonal drinks and food were amazing! It was a little tricky to find parking on a Saturday night but alas that is downtown for you! read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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White Rabbit, the first stop on our tour of Frederick for my birthday weekend, is a gem and it seems like people know that. Pro tip: If you're going/ have never been, get on the waitlist online before you leave and then leave when you're basically commute time to there left on the timer. They're tucked into an alley just before "Brewer's Alley" off Market Street. Ambiance is 10/10 a very cute. Staff are all delightful, great conversationalists and yeah. We got the "Martha Stewart's prison Pizza"--my only nitpick was the Lemon Ricotta wasn't centered on a couple of the slices and was more near the crust--the Vegan cheese pizza (Wife is lactose intolerant) which was great, especially the tomato sauce, and the vegan brussels sprouts (for the same reason) which were AMAZING as well as the truffle fries. Food was stellar and we ad good beers too. This will be on our list whenever we come up to Frederick if we need food. read more

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My first visit to White Rabbit Gastropub was NOT my last! What a great staff! They are all very friendly and accommodating, answering questions, refilling glasses, and checking in with us throughout our visit. The space itself - so beautiful! The accents and lighting make the atmosphere feel inviting and chic. The food - delicious!! We ordered the cheese steak empanadas as an appetizer which were so tasty - only came with four per order so you may want to consider ordering two! The Carmela's Cutlet was a great choice. My friend enjoyed it and I definitely ate some of the fries! No regrets! The The Veronica Vaughn? The size was intimidating at first but the taste surprised me! I have had Detroit-style pizza before and have been disappointed. This time? Absolutely not! Great sauce, great crust and definitely happy to save the rest for lunch the next day. White Rabbit Gastropub - a fantastic spot in Downtown Frederick. read more

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The wait was a bit long but the food made up for everything, the atmosphere is immaculate and the customer service is spectacular. 5 out of 5 stars read more

Food was good, service even better. They have indoor (up and downstairs) and outdoor seating. We were greeted right when we walked in and once seated they offered QR codes or handheld menus. We could order directly through the QR code and pay making everything easy. I had the smash burger, our table also got the crab soup and the BBLT- everyone enjoyed the food and atmosphere- a great place to stop by if you're in Frederick. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

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Came here for the first time on a Sunday night. The restaurant was fairly busy. We sat outside - as it was first come, first serve. Ordering was very easy - QR code to look at the menu and also order straight from your phone. We ordered the chicken skewers and Keeping it 100 Detroit style pizza. Everything tasted great! read more

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My experience here was awesome. The waiters were polite and very accommodating all through. There was a bit of delay in getting the food delivered however the restaurant more than made up for that by offering us desserts free of charge. The food was amazing, and they offered great customer service too. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

My husband and I love going to white rabbit. The pizza is awesome. I love the dark cozy vibe. More than that is the staff is great. We sat at the bar upstairs yesterday and Erinn was our bar tender and server. Her bright personality was so welcomed after a few days stuck at home. Her genuine smile and relaxed personality were a joy, and her ability to keep everything running was awesome. Thanks for a great evening! read more

So far one of our Favorite places in Frederick and we didn't even eat there.  Loved the atmosphere at the White Rabbit and its location (down an ally by the parking garage). Not a large space, but two floors with a different vibe on each. The ground floor bar is right at the taps containing a good selection of craft beer! The second floor has a speakeasy/lounge atmosphere and mixes amazing cocktails.  Service was prompt and friendly from the bar tenders!  The Negroni I ordered was delicious, but the Jefferson Airplane Old-Fashioned was one of the best we've had!  Spot on flavors and presentation.   All the food we saw being served looked great, especially the pepperoni pizza. Definitely will dine here next time. read more

White Rabbit Gastropub - Negroni - Gastropubs Near Me - Frederick, Maryland

Got the same Gluten Free pizza for takeout tonight, except it wasn't the same. When we got it before, we thought the crust was too good to be Gluten Free, and this time the crust was completely different and more similar to Gluten Free pizzas we've had at other restaurants. Our conclusion: we were served the wrong pizza last time. Fortunately, we don't have Celiac disease. Not reducing the number of stars at this point. Hopefully the mistake made on our first visit was an honest mistake that will not be repeated! read more

Get the malt vinegar aioli! We stopped here for dinner on a Saturday night, and were happy to have gotten a table right away, even though it was incredibly busy. We really enjoyed both plates that we ordered - the beet burger and the muffalata burger. The service was great, the vibes were great. I upgraded to the truffle fries and was very happy I did so read more