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    Brookside Inn

    4.5 (75 reviews)
    InexpensiveAmerican, Pubs, Burgers
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Jalepeno burger, house made chips, and wings!

    Love Brookside! Their bone in wings are THE BEST WINGS in Maryland! And their French fries are awesome too. Todays lunch was fried pickles, jalepeno burger, homemade chips, and wings

    Reuben with house chips
    Kim A.

    We found this little jewel during a poker ride back in August. Of course we only had a beer but kept seeing food coming out of the kitchen that looked amazing, and said we'd come back. Today we decided to take a trip to Frederick and go have lunch. Food did NOT disappoint!!! I got the fried tomatoes with balsamic YUMMY and the Ruben which was VERY good. Hubs got the burgers and he loved it. We will need to come back!!

    Goat cheese burger.
    Sara L.

    3.5 stars, but I rounded up to 4 because I'd hate to deter people from visiting a local restaurant when I know they're hurting right now (COVID). Solid bar food and spacious patio to hang out with friends, but not my ideal dive bar. The service was friendly, so no complaints there! I'll go dish by dish. 1) Brisket poutine - I'm not a poutine person but my fiance thought the shoestring fries worked well in it. Everyone at our table seemed satisfied with this item. 2) the nightmare sauce wings - my fiance is a hot sauce fiend so he had to try these. I knew they weren't nearly as spicy as advertised when he asked if I wanted to try them (my spice tolerance isn't anywhere near his level). It was enough spice to keep me from having a second bite because the spice level overpowered the other flavors for me. My fiance liked the flavor but said they could've been spicier. The gloves that came with them were appreciated though since you definitely don't want the sauce getting in your eyes (ouch!). 3) old bay wings - I liked these ones and would get them again! 4) goat cheese burger - this one was a disappointment for me for a couple reasons. I ordered it medium and it arrived well done. I'm not sure why they even bothered asking how we wanted our burgers cooked because my fiance's burger (also ordered medium) was also well done. Just say on the menu that all burgers are well done/don't ask so we know what to expect. It had good flavor, though. Still, not worth $16. I wanted a salad for a side but was told that either fries or chips were my options, period. The truffle fries were good but how many fries can one person eat? We were already getting the poutine. I felt weighed down/a bit sick to my stomach after all of the fries but I was hungry and that's what I was given. Our friends likes their grilled chicken sandwich and BLT wrap. This place just needs to put more thought into how they cook their burgers/what they can reasonably offer with 4 oz patties, and healthier side options even if it means an upcharge. Salads are on the menu so I know there's lettuce in the kitchen.

    Wings. Hot with blue cheese
    Thomas V.

    Wings were amazing. They have multiple flavors and you buy by the piece. Service is as good as food. Lots of regulars but they don't mind you dropping in for food. I brought my 18 year old daughter for wings. Can not wait to take others. Best wings in Frederick

    honey old bay
    Jacqueline R.

    Never knew this place existed until friday and man i am so happy i stopped by! Looking for some wings but something different not your typical local spots. Went on google and saw "maple" flavored wings and HAD to order. We actually stopped in for their friday night wing special (as seen in the picture) all you can eat and a two hour limit. It took a bit due to being short staffed but they made sure we were attended and drinks were refilled. Super friendly staff and friendly customers as well; it was friday night karaoke and the dj made it a blast! My favorites were honey old bay and the maple; no way it's a dry rub tasting just like syrup. 13/10 for flavor

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    Food is always good. If you go on a theme night you may have to wait but it's worth it.

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    Fantastic place. We went for burgers once and it was really good. Can't wait to go back to try more menu items.

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    A local treasure. Great burgers with local beef. Service is always excellent. Always something new to try on draft.

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    5 years ago

    Awesome service and hospitality, not to mention the great food. Always a pleasure dining here

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    My son and I stopped by and had a burger and fries. Food was delicious! Service was excellent! Great selection at the bar also!

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    Great hidden gem outside of Harpers Ferry! Fun twists to burgers, dogs, wings and fries.

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    Great local place, cold beer and great wings very close to home. Nice people and great service!

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    Such a great place good food and such nice people. I will be coming back for the wings.

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    8 years ago

    my name is Tom stoped by yesterday new owners pleasant food was delish costomer friendly.Give it a try.

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    Nice off the beaten path bar and grill. Friendly staff and excellent wings and burgers.

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    visiting in the winter time was such a different vibe, but we enjoyed it a lot! they have little…read morebubbles around the patio tables with heaters inside which made the dining experience feel so cozy and private. our server was super nice and checked up on us often. the cheesesteak was a decent portion and was delicious. the chicken tenders arent the best, but the fries and ranch are my favorite! there is something special to them. will definitely be returning.

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    A spring in the middle of the restaurant

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    4.2(86 reviews)
    4.2 mi
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    "Good beer, great atmosphere, but horrible and overpriced food."…read more Me and my bestie aka my girlfriend love to travel and we often will stay in a cool town that has several breweries all around it and this place happens to be one that we stopped in while having a mini getaway together. I've been to Brunswick several times in my life and I've always loved the town so I was excited to see someone put a brewery in since the last time I had been there. We stopped in on an early Saturday evening and it was pretty busy because they had live music which was good. We walked right up to the counter and I ordered: - ROYGBIV Power Sour 5/5 - Bar Room Hero Hazy IPA 5/5 We then proceeded to grab a table outside and enjoy our beers while listening to the music and watching all the people enjoy themselves too while we laughed and had good conversation. We hadn't ate much all day so we decided to get something light to eat. My girlfriend walked up to the counter and ordered us a hot dog and Brie with Jam and Pita. The hot dog was decent but the Brie and chips were disgusting to say the least. The price for the Brie was even more disgusting than it tasted for a very small wheel of store bought stale tasting cheese and even staler chips, yikes! I love the building, its history, the whole layout, and vibes of this brewery, but I'd never order food from here again. EVER! Will I come back to have more beers the next time I am in the area, probably but I won't go out of my way, that's for sure.

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    35.7 mi
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    Hawk & Griffin - Proper lush Bangers & Mash and a proper pint too.

    Proper lush Bangers & Mash and a proper pint too.

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    Hawk & Griffin - One of the smaller rooms

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    One of the smaller rooms

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