We were intrigued about this place because several years ago, we drove by and string lights were on…read moreand it seemed really busy. We came here to celebrate a personal milestone and we did it at the last moment. Luckily, there was a table for it. We did not know what to expect, but some menu items had a nice twist to the dish. However, one dish was by far the best: the deviled eggs. The sauce and the prep was just amazing. It is not a lot of food and it is $20, but we both thought it was worth it to come back to eat it again. The other dishes we ordered were good, but the most memorable was the deviled eggs. I liked how they had a leaderboard for frequent customers though. That was cool to just stare at. The location has parking on the rocks and it was full by 6 pm on a Thursday. There is outside seating and limited inside seating. The bar area looked fairly busy because it was happy hour time. Its an old timey restaurant with a more mature setting that made us think of places like eating on Kent Island or Annapolis or St. Michaels. It is a hidden gem here - especially where it was located. We did notice that there was a dominant demographic dining here. We felt a bit out of place, but don't care, the deviled eggs were too good.

We almost missed this spot since it's tucked away in the middle of nowhere, but the packed parking…read morelot on a Saturday night told us we were in the right place. * The Appetizer: I started with the mussels. While the garlic sauce was generous and delicious, the quality of the mussels themselves was disappointing. They were all open, but they had that "off" taste associated with older seafood. * The Main: Things turned around completely with the pork tenderloin. It was cooked perfectly and paired with a very flavorful sauce. Highly recommended! * The Dessert: Finished with the coconut cake. It was incredibly moist--perhaps a touch too sweet for my personal preference, but tasty enough that I'd definitely order it again. Overall, a great find with just a minor hiccup on the seafood. We'll be back!

My friend, her boyfriend, and I had a wonderful dinner at Ricci! We were initially seated near the…read morepizza oven, which made things a little too toasty for our liking, but the staff was incredibly kind and accommodating and happily moved us to a more comfortable table. The meal started with some of the softest bread I've had in a long time. It was warm, fluffy, and perfect for dipping into the olive oil. We could have easily eaten an entire basket! My friend and I shared the filet mignon with whipped potatoes and asparagus. The steak was cooked beautifully, the potatoes practically melted in your mouth, and the asparagus spears were fresh and flavorful. We also split the seafood pasta, and the portion was enormous! Loaded with seafood and packed with flavor, it was just as impressive as the steak. My friend's bf got gluten free pasta-- they have gluten free options! My friend ordered an espresso martini, which was smooth, delicious, and the perfect complement to the meal. By the end of dinner, we were absolutely stuffed and couldn't even make room for dessert--which is probably the best sign of a satisfying meal. Great food, generous portions, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere. We'd gladly return!

We finally had a chance to check out Rocci's after years of living in the Frederick area. It's…read morelocated in Worman's Mill near other restaurants and shops. There is a pretty good amount of street parking nearby. We were greeted and seasoned outside on their patio area. They have a nice bar and excellent wine selection. We tried the house Cabernet and it was excellent. The server immediately brought out some bread that was nice and fresh. The plate comes with olive oil, rosemary, and a whole garlic clove for flavor. I got the basic spaghetti and meatballs. The meatballs were very good, tender, and flavorful. These are definitely made in house. My GF got the bolognese and let me tell you this was the star if the show. It comes with fresh made pasta (fettuccini I believe) and a great homemade sauce (you can see the carrots and other ingredients). It was exceptional and I would highly recommend. The service was okay, I believe our server had far too many tables and took about 20 minutes to cash out on a slower Wednesday dinner service. Everything else was great and we'll be sure to be back!

I decided to drop in to Firebirds for a steak. I had a long day at work and I had a craving. My…read moreserver Thaddeus was a very awesome person and provided the best customer service I have had in years. Thaddeus was very personable, relatable and had some great genuine jokes. Also whoever was in the kitchen, they made an awesome ribeye and great Southwest Au Gratin Potatoes. So good that I barely looked at the price when I paid. It's rare to get great customer service along with great cooking nowadays. Especially in the Frederick area, but that's a matter of opinion. I sat outside. It was a very nice night and the Ambience was great. Not crowded at all. Lastly Thaddeus was the first and only person ever to offer the inner circle program to me, in which I signed up. Thanks for making my dining experience at Firebirds memorable.

Firebirds in Frederick, Maryland is wonderful…read more We recently had a birthday celebration and had to change the number of guests at the last minute, and the host was so accommodating and kind. We really appreciated it. Our server was fantastic. It was a beautiful evening and celebration. Thank you for making such a special one.

Bolder filled by 5:45pm on a dreary Thursday in late winter, deservedly so. Want to come later,…read moreeven on a weeknight, make a reservation or prepare to wait. This was our first time here, as on prior occasions we found the line too daunting. We were surprised when another 4:15pm patron was led to their reserved table, but we learned that their planning and caution was well-founded. We discovered the popularity of Bolder to be well-deserved. Seeking lite fare for an early dinner, calorie conscious, we both navigated the tempation-filled menu with success. We thoroughly enjoyed the bison burger and turkey club, the latter being sufficiently sample for a split lunch the next day too. Service was rock-solid and very efficient. We definitely hope to be back soon. And we will make a reservation. Dress code is casual.

Hidden gem in Mount airy, MD. Went there for dinner on a rainy night and it was a great meal. They…read moreuse a lot of different ingredients and have a diverse menu of flavors. The strawberry salmon risotto was the favorite, not overpowering with the strawberry flavor. The steak salad was super refreshing and the chicken vodka gnocchi was awesome. The gnocchi was stuffed cheese -- so good. The steak sandwich was fine, nothing to write home about. The drinks were also great, lots of fun flavored options!

Wilcom's Inn offers a different and delicious brunch, their Peruvian and American fusion brunch…read moreserved tapas style is a phenomenal idea and I am here for it. Everything I've tried in the few times I've been there has been delicious, made fresh and consistently delicious! Their Shrimp Linquini A la Rosa is the best thing! But they have so many other good things like the poached eggs, the mini empanadas, the cream of crab soup, the dress leches cake and more! You will certainly find something you like! Service is also always attentive, friendly and they know exactly when they should strike a conversation or not. The place is quite old and it carries a nice vibe inside, one side is a bar and the other the dinning room! I need to try out the bar one of these days! I highly recommend Wilcom's Inn brunch, it is pricey but it is worth it!

Brunch at Wilcom's Inn was a fun and impressive experience. For $45 per person, it's an…read moreall-you-can-eat brunch served tapas style, which I personally love because it lets you sample many different dishes without committing to just one big plate. The menu offers a nice variety of cuisines, so there's something for everyone. Some of my favorites were the shrimp tacos, spinach pesto linguine, and shrimp scampi. Everything was flavorful and nicely prepared. I was honestly so busy enjoying the food that I completely forgot to take pictures--haha. Service was great as well. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the dishes kept coming out quickly so there was never much of a wait between plates. If you're looking for a fun brunch where you can try a variety of dishes in smaller portions, Wilcom's Inn is definitely worth checking out. Ample free parking is available.

We probably dine out more in the Frederick area than about anyplace. There are many fine choices,…read moreup and down Market Street, back and forth across Patrick Street and in the hinterlands (up by Wegmans, over on East Street, down near and past FSK Mall, out on the Mile, etc. All of them considered, we have a new (to us) favorite Frederick area restaurant and Isabella's is it. For taste, promptness and courtesy of service (ask for Jessica by name) value and most of all by taste, Isabella's knows just what its doing and it delights with every mouthful. The three-tapas lunch special wowed us beyond all reasonable expectations for taste, imaginative diversity of flavors and value. Portions are generous and you cannot go wrong with what you choose. Apparently, save room for the desserts which also are a point of pride. We simply had no room! But we will be back. And back...

Frederick, Md. has some of the best restaurants within an hour's drive from home…read more Isabellas's is right there amongst the best in downtown Frederick. Ii is a spanish restaurant and serves excellent food. I had the seafood paella (one of my favorite dishes). The rice was flavored and seasoned perfectly. It was loaded with shrimp, mussels, calamari, and My wife had the beef tenderloin with mashed potatoes. For our cocktails, we had the peach sangria. Absolutely light and delicious. Our server was excellent. He made excellent recommendations and was very attentive. The dining area was very comfortable, roomy, bright, clean and nicely decorated. Eaxh booth comfortably seats anywhere from 4 to 6 customers. There is a bar offering beer, cocktails and wines. The bathrooms were spotless and modern. There is paid street parking. I easily and strongly recommend this restaurant.

Came here on a Friday for dinner, surprisingly it wasn't crowded at all and we were the only people…read morein there at 6pm. The drinks came out fast and the mule was delicious. Located very centrally to downtown Frederick there is street parking as well as a garage right behind. The interior is cute, it really does look like a cellar with stone and wood accents. The menu had some appetizing looking choices. The salmon was very good and so was the risotto. The brisket nachos were also tasty. My mother enjoyed the French dip. Service was fast and attentive! Would come here again.

Came here last night for their weekly Tuesday night free comedy (open mic) show (8pm) to perform…read morestandup there for the first time and watch other comics perform. You go down the steps into a basement (hence the name) to get inside, plenty of free street parking right outside. Loved the cozy intimate atmosphere which makes it easy to meet folks. The two lovely ladies bartending were wonderful- friendly, polite and prompt with the service. To my pleasant surprise they actually had henny there. Didn't get to try the food yet but sure will sometime, heard it was good. Cocktail menu was decent. Just know on show nights they close the kitchen a little earlier. Will deff be back!

Ordered Bushwaller's through Grubhub and was really impressed. I had the Blue Cheese Crumble…read moreBurger, Sriracha Lime Wings, and Jalapeño Poppers, and everything was excellent. The food was great quality, and the flavor profiles across the entire meal were really well done. The burger and wings were especially good. My only small note would be that the cream cheese filling in the jalapeño poppers could use a little more flavor--maybe some bacon pieces mixed in or even a bacon-wrapped version--but that's definitely more personal preference than a complaint. Overall, really good food with great flavor and quality. I'll definitely be ordering from Bushwaller's again!

The first time I visited I was a bit underwhelmed. However, after being there a few times it's been…read morebetter. The staff is friendly. It gives a hole in the wall vibe. Most definitely a place where regulars are loyal. I have not tried the food but the drink prices are reasonable. Karaoke on Tuesdays at 9pm!