This place is a great cocktail bar spot next to the Carroll creek pathways. It has excellent…read morecocktails a laid-back but lively vibe. The drinks were all very good and the variety is great. They have a large and ever rotating seasonal cocktail menu along with their classic. They are all done very well and the staff is very knowledgeable and friendly with what you're looking for. The decor is with bar seating, couches and high top tables to your liking. Definitely a good spot for a date to have a drink with.

I try to make it a point to come here whenever I am in Frederick. The staff is nothing short of…read moreAMAZING and every single bartender can make a delicious drink. I always start with an espresso martini and then venture into a seasonal drink and/or bartender's recommendation. I also love that there is a self serve water cooler by the front door to help you stay hydrated.

I love this place! We came here on a lazy snowy Saturday right as it opened, and we got a great…read moretable right by the window. It filled up fast, and there was a lively bar crowd, and also an engagement party celebration upstairs. All of the servers were so friendly, and happy to share their favorite dishes and beers, etc. We started with the wings, which were great, and then we had the house salad with salmon and the burger and fries. OK, I did not order the burger and fries, but my boyfriend did, and I ate half the fries on his plate, they were that good! Great, friendly, with generous pours for wine, and just a really friendly, great place with perfect food for a winter day. I wish I could find a place like this in Washington, DC.

Was in Frederick, Maryland for a work trip and a coworker suggested hooch and banter. It's a small…read morerestaurant, but they were able to accommodate us without a reservation. The server was great very attentive and patient as we ask lots of questions about the menu. They have a new burger item every week so we all tried that it was a Smashburger with crab on top pretty good and very big. They had an option to upgrade the truffle fries which we did and the fries were great. Would definitely come back if I was ever in town again to try something new.

Pretty darn good, indeed ...indeed Service: Very good…read more Attentive, no hovering. Drinks: Great selection of wine (flights!) and a good old fashioned Food: Excellent. May very well be the best fine dining in Fredrick. I have zero complaints about the experience. I had the red wine flight and after the flight I asked for one of the wines for a "2nd" glass... Alas! They did not have enough! ...So the staff did what I would do: They offered me a much pricier wine at the same cost. This is doing your customer right. Also, we had a dozen oysters and when we finished we realized we were one short! ha ha! Well... we showed the waiter the shells and he said: Would you like the 12th oyster or for us to comp the selection. We got the 12th oyster... Just offering to comp us was nice. However, all that aside: The food is EXCELLENT, same with the wine and the service...!

My friend and I arrived around 1pm on Sunday for lunch. We didn't have a reservation but were…read moreseated away. They were on their brunch menu. We ordered a (French press) coffee and we split the Burrata Toast to start. And because we weren't in the mood for "breakfast" food we both ordered the Wagyu Burger. The first French press coffee we received was full of grounds so we had to send it back for another one once we were able to get assistance (our server was nowhere to be found). My friend ordered her burger with a salad but it came with fries but they fixed it pretty quickly. The food was really good. The service was okay.

Liver pate was good, house salad was not, the dressing was not good at all. Rockfish was good,…read moreaccompanying hush puppies were dry and flavorless. Crab cakes were fine. Mashed potatoes were delicious. Shells and cheese were good, but needed pepper. Deserts were ok. Service was great. The dining room was very loud.

I swear, we kept saying "it's so good" every time we took a bite of our meals to include the…read moredesserts. Service was top notch, the restaurant itself is beautifully decorated and the food was A++. This was a former Catholic Church that has since been converted to a restaurant. The altar and the original organ remain in place. Chef Bryan Voltaggio truly shows his passion for food and service at The Visitation.

TLDR: Fun rum focused distillery with creative cocktails and a quirky themed interior. Great stop…read moreduring a Frederick bar crawl. Stopped into True Standard Distilling during the Frederick St. Patty's Day bar crawl and the place was absolutely buzzing all day. As a rum distillery, everything on the cocktail menu leans rum which makes things interesting, especially when they remix classics that usually feature other spirits. I tried their take on a negroni and it was surprisingly really well done. It kept that familiar bitter and balanced profile but with a unique rum twist that made it stand out. The interior was unexpected but in a good way. They were still fully committed to a Valentine's Day theme with pink everywhere and a massive faux chocolate candy wall right when you walk in. It honestly felt like stepping into a mini Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory, which added a fun and memorable touch. Despite the crowd, service was quick and efficient. The bartenders clearly knew what they were doing and kept drinks moving without sacrificing quality. Overall, this is a great, high-energy stop if you're spending the day drinking your way around Frederick. Definitely worth popping into, especially if you want something a little different from the usual beer spots.

I was excited to visit this venue and the Holiday Christmas decorations before they were taken down…read moreby 1/11th. The place seemed a little smaller then what was seen in pictures, however the Decor did not disappoint- very festive with glistening balls on the ceiling, a Santa in the corner adjacent to distillery drums, packages wrapped on the wall, etc. My friend and I got one of the last seats available- the place is really popular and had lines prior to Sunday. There really wasn't a food option but could be ordered and delivered. I opted for a rum apple beverage and we got the Cocktail flight. Of these-zombie, Mai Tai, Painkiller, Puffer Fish and MAC-Nut Chi Chi the latter was my favorite. Mac-nut Liqueur, pineapple and Coconut (contains nuts) very tasty- even tho it said "summer" Vodka- very refreshing for Winter. Highly recommend- a little pricey but fun vibe; even some beverage containers e.g., Santa's boot were available for purchase. The owners's influence was a trip to Puerto Rico and I can relate! Check out their story and website!

Had a great experience at T&B. Decided to stop in for an early lunch on a Saturday afternoon. They…read morehave both indoor and outdoor seating (weather permitting). We were seated inside. We noticed that some of the tables were reserved so seems like they take reservations for groups. The staff was super friendly and welcoming. As for the food, we enjoyed a variety of items. They have a traditional menu and a specials menu. We grabbed the salmon bites & wings for apps. I had the burger for my main meal which was delicious! Overall great experience. Would certainly go back to try other menu items.

Really cool atmosphere, good drinks and good good. I got the dill pickle hummus. Friendly and…read moreattentive service!

Showroom is one of those rare restaurants where you can see leadership in the details. The food is…read moreexcellent, but what impressed me most was how well the whole experience comes together. Nothing feels random. A few standouts: the Shrimp and Grits were terrific, the Chicken Pot Pie Fritters were creative without trying too hard, and the Chicken & Waffles absolutely delivered. I also love that the Family Meal Fried Chicken is Bryan Voltaggio's recipe. That kind of connection to a clear point of view matters. A lot of restaurants can make a good dish. Far fewer can build a place where the food, service, atmosphere, and execution all line up. Showroom does that, and Frederick is better for it.

I love this place! It's a cozy, rustic, farm vibe with elegance. I love the aesthetic and…read moreatmosphere of this place. The service was good. The Chicken pot pie fritters were so good, lovedddddd these! It didn't need the sauce though but it was still a pleasant addition to the fritter. The pimento cheese plate with pickles and biscuit was quite the perfect and delicious pairing. I wouldn't have never thought I'd love the combination! The reuben was absolutely deliciously perfect and the fries that came alongside were fresh and absolutely delicious. You can't go wrong with the Mac and cheese either. Very good! I truly loved every single thing we ordered. I was impressed to say the least. Everything was perfectly and thoughtfully flavored. There was nothing that was overpowering. What a delicious and wonderful meal!

Amazing atmosphere, fantastic service from Ms. Sal, and the G H A N A drink is a must-try!…read more I had an incredible dinner at El Afrik Cuisine and Bar. The atmosphere is truly wonderful--warm, welcoming, and vibrant. A huge shoutout to Ms. Sal for her great service; she made the evening even more special. You absolutely have to try the G H A N A beverage--it is out of this world! For dinner, everything came out fresh, hot, and packed with flavor. The menu has so many authentic options (their Special Jollof Rice, Peanut Butter Soup, and Grilled Tilapia all look fantastic), and what we ordered did not disappoint.

I stumbled upon this place while visiting family and it did not disappoint. The gentleman at the…read morefront greeted me and took his time explaining the menu and answering my questions. The snapper was delicious; cooked perfectly. The kelewele was so good, I loved the flavors. I've never had jollof or attieke before so I wasn't sure what to expect, but they were good as well. The ambiance was lovely, very upbeat and fun with good music a but also refined. I will definitely be back to try some more food!

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!

Good food, Great service, Very very clean restroom. That's…read moresuper when you go to a restaurant the greatness of the food stands up with the great restroom.

Food was good. Service was great. We managed to get a 6 top at 9:15 on a Saturday night. They were…read moreso accommodating and they were busy! They split checks with zero effort. Catered well to the 6 different tastes that surrounded our table. Everyone wanted something different and the Lodge handled it perfectly. Highly recommend the family sampler for a starter.