I'm not sure Yelp will give me enough space to really explain how great this place is, on so many…read moredifferent levels. Let's start with the beer selection -- out of this world. Verified Untappd venue (iykyk), with what seems like endless taps and an even more impressive selection of cans/bottles. Bartenders are pretty damn knowledgeable about the product as well, which as a beer nerd is perfect. The food is fantastic. From appetizers (the fried vegetables are heaven) to entrees, it's the perfect amalgamation of classic bar food and Indian cuisine. Today when I was in I had the Taphouse (Lamb) Burger with fries and a side of their Makhani sauce (Pic attached). If a place has a lamb burger it's my immediate go to every time, and I have to say Taphouse has the best I've ever had. The lamb was cooked and seasoned perfectly, the vegetables were fresh, and that feta is that perfect accompaniment to round it off. The Makhani sauce is just good on everything. Could drink it. Not kidding. The venue offers a welcoming outdoor area and a semi-private indoor space perfect for events. I've booked Taphouse for both corporate and personal gatherings, and it's the easiest, most reliable spot in the County for hosting by far. Beyond the food and drink, Taphouse, and especially Sunny (the owner) are one of the most community engaged businesses in Southern Maryland. They have put on countless events supporting all types of local organizations, and always work with nonprofits when they need anything. Taphouse and Sunny himself really serve as one of the best ambassadors of St. Mary's County, especially since a large portion of the customers are transient. All in all, 100% a must try if in the area. But be warned, if you do, you will be coming back constantly.

Katelyn was amazing! She never made our party feel ignored. The ambiance of the room was welcoming…read moreand the advice on the types of beers to try were welcomed. Will definitely be returning.

We had a lovely lunch at Brass Tap. We ordered the chicken tenders, fish and chips, and the white…read moresangria. Everything was amazing and the service was fantastic.

I'd say the food was mediocre at best. It wasn't bad but wasn't wow I got to come back again…read moreeither. Went with a friend and his mom. He got the shrimp platter which looked lack luster (but the small size of Coleslaw which I tried was creamy and sweet like coleslaw should be) and his mom got loaded tater tots, fried dumplings and a Cesar salad. The tots didn't come loaded as she asked for no cheese sauce and they just gave a dollop of sour cream in the middle with a sprinkling of green onions. Then the fried dumplings where hard and over crispy. I got the guac burger which was good the bun was buttery and lightly toasted but instead of using guacamole which honestly made a huge mess and I had to use a fork and knife to eat it I'd recommend avocado slices and the fries weren't bad they just kind of tasted grocery store quality with no real crunch. Now the drink selection wow blew me away with all the choices they served. The cider I got was crispy and refreshing and great. The server we had was okay forgot some things but I've had a lot worse. The ambiance was pretty modern and fresh. But both my friend and his mom raved about this place but honestly I didn't see what they saw. They said just must have been a off day or the folks in the kitchen we're new. They were kind of surprised themselves at the end of the meal as we were walking out. I'd go back sit at the bar for drinks as they were good but food that was left to be desirable in my opinion.

Came for lunch today with friends. Cobb Salad was huge and didn't need any meat to make it a great…read morechoice. Reuben with onion rings looked great and the wings were a hit. Fast, friendly service and a nice crowd. Buckets is a great hole in the wall that pleased all and will be back to try the crab cake and pizza soon!

Honestly. Just absolutely incredible experience at this place. All of the food was outstanding and…read moreabsolutely surprised me. This place kind of looks like a dive bar yet the food is on par with many high end bars I've been to. Kudos to this team. The cocktails were all delicious. Again, exceeded my expectations. Service phenomenal. 10/10. No notes. Keep doing your thing, Buckets.

Pax River Ale House in Lexington Park (basically California area) is a decent local hangout if…read moreyou're into craft beer and pub grub--nothing absolutely mind-blowing, but it gets the job done. They've got a solid tap list ...Wings, burgers, Cajun pasta, and fish n chips, etc. Vibe is casual neighborhood bar: laid-back, clean enough, good for watching games or grabbing a quick bite after work/base stuff. Service is usually friendly and quick, even when busy or during weird weather. It's spread out, so it can feel a bit empty at times, but that means no waiting forever for a table.

Good food and service. Kind of spread out, but that's OK. If these guys were in a better location…read moreor had slightly better visibility, I feel like they'd be a lot busier. Chill vibe inside. Regardless, it's a solid place for a meal or to get friends from work together. Thumbs up!

Was in the mood for some wings and decided to come here as it's been a while since I've been to a…read moreBWW. Came in and sat down and it didn't take long for the waitress to come by and take our order. The food came out shortly after which was amazingly fast. Our drinks were refilled without having to ask and we were checked on periodically. Ordered the hot and buffalo dry rub wings and regular cheeseburger. The dry rub wings were nice and crispy but the wet wings meat were half slightly dry. The hot was surprisingly hot and the buffalo was a little hot but good. The cheeseburger was a bit greasy bit tasted so good. Definitely goes well with a beer. Not many games on that night so old games were playing but there are so many tvs in here game day would be great. I would come back again.

Serviceable in the most basic sense. Wings are reliable, but could be so much better. Kind of has a…read morefunky odor in the walkway and dining room. Service is pretty basic but not bad. It seems like they really cut back on people working unless it's a weekend, which often means waiting around for someone to come to the front. All of this could be easily fixed with better, more experienced management.

After a long and, honestly, disappointing 103 on the front nine, nothing could have saved me…read more Nothing could have made my day better or brightened the mood. That was until I ordered the chicken tenders and fries with a cold lemonade. at the Ironwood Grille. The lemonade had the perfect cold crispness to it on the nice spring day that it was. The chicken tenders and fries were cooked and crisped to perfection. Great food for an even better price. It almost made me forget I shot a 172.

As a member at the golf course, the food is good enough…read more Service is great, shout out Mary Lou at the bar Ambiance is nice Great spot if you want less of a crowd

Went here for my husband's colleague's retirement lunch... and was impressed by the quick service…read morefor such a large party... The venue was also nice for fitting the whole party with plenty of televisions surrounding the restaurant. What brings my rating to a "2" is simply the food. It was not bad, but also not good. I had the crab soup. It was very salty and had a weak flavor. If you are going here to hangout, great; going to enjoy a delicious dinner? I think not...

Ok I'm actually shocked at how good the food is for it being a sports bar. I never really…read moreconsidered that they would have tasty food and I was so pleasantly surprised! The sweet potato fries were perfectly salted and the chicken quesadilla was better than anything I've ever made for myself. It's a pretty big quesadilla and I ate 3/4 of it. I also liked the salsa it came with. Yuengling's were on Happy Hour so I had the large size. I also liked the decor inside - locally themed is always super cool.

Casual local friendly brewery. Nice vibe…read more The food was good. The duck fat fries with the sauce was amazing. The chicken wings were nicely done. The Brussels sprout with hoisin sauce wasn't the best combination. It was too salty and I already have asked for less sauce. The meat lovers pizza crust was too soft. Decent beer selection.

Decided to give Ruddy Duck a revisit on a spur of the moment decision with the wife. It's always a…read moretreat to come here. Immediately greeted upon entry and chose the dining room and maybe had 3 other couples at the same time. Cole was our server and they were fantastic! Attentive and never let the beer get empty and was willing to suggest substitutions or modifications with ease and expertise! We had the crab dip to start and honestly I'd give it a 3.2/5. Definitely had a crab flavor but it had much more cheese than meat. Wifey ordered the Brussels sprouts and old bay wings as her meal and I went with the prime dip with bacon and duck fat fries. Brussels weren't hoisin like on menu but left dry with a balsamic sauce on the side! Crunchy and flavorful! 4.4/5! Wings were perfectly seasoned and huge! Perfectly crispy and delicious. 4.7/5! As for the Prime Dip! Sooo much cheese. Must have a Green Bay Packer fan in the kitchen or something but hot damn. Prime rib was flavorful. Bacon was a genius addition by yours truly. Would order again. 4.89/5. Would love a seeded hoagie roll with this. Love this old watering hole. Irish Stout was a banger and Rud Light never fails! Will return!! 4.85/5!!!!

After moving to Southern Maryland almost 50 years ago, my brother, sister and myself have worked in…read moremultiple restaurants and bars on Solomons over the years. Including The Naughty Gull, Solomon's Pier, Harbor Lights and The Lighthouse. We have had a lot of "good" and "not so good" meals over the years. But for the last several years we have been opting for The Island Hideaway. Every time has been truly exceptional!! Service, food and atmosphere!! Easter brunch today was no different! "Angie", "Angelina", "Gina"was the best server we have had yet!! We will be back again soon!! Senn/Graves Party

We had a nice lunch at the Island Hideaway on Solomons Island. It was busy in there even for a…read morelater lunch. Our server was very friendly and attentive and refilled our drinks often. We split the crab chowder, which was very tasty! And then I had a fried haddock sandwich with a side caesar salad. I really liked my sandwich. It was perfectly battered and fried. My husband had the crab cake sandwich and a side of the scratch corn. The crabcake was good, but the scratch corn was too greasy for our taste. Overall, the food was really good, and the water view is really nice. Great place for a meal! Side note: their cakes looked incredible, but we didn't try them this time. I would definitely consider going back for a slice of cake.

I love coming to OTP! I enjoy coming here every few months and honestly if it were closer to me I…read morewould go more often. It's located in St. Mary's in the quaint scenic town of Leonardtown. OTP has their own parking lot and there's also lots of street parking. The fills up fast on the weekends but there's plenty of seating in the main dining area, a separate dining area, and covered outdoor seating as well. I've loved almost everything I've tried. Last night I ordered the chicken tenders, a simple win . The bbq flatbread is definitely one of my favorites and highly recommended. The chicken pesto sandwich is also A1, and a great portion size. The bar tenders are always friendly and service is always great. I have never had a bad experience here. Great local spot and definitely another hidden gem of Southern Maryland. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. Bonus tips: The seasonal desserts never disappoint! Great for watching big games/sporting events ‍‍ Date night friendly. The town is "walkable" and situated near other local eateries, bars, coffe shops, and a waterfront area.

Always had great experiences here. Good food, great service. Chill vibe. Definitely recommended.read more