Masser Toll House Inn

Was there yesterday 08/30/26. There was an eviction notice on the door, and a notice from the…read moreelectric company saying power was to be shut off. Their phone has been disconnected as well. I used to love this place, too bad really

We met some long-distance friends for lunch here as a good halfway spot. Thought the food was…read moredelicious, and the menu was huge. There's some good values, especially the lunch special. Service was slow but accurate. What really impacted our experience was the extreme heat inside the restaurant. It was a very hot day outside, and being seated between the glass sunroom and the kitchen area, our table was sweltering. It was actually pretty difficult to have an appetite in that heat. In retrospect, I would guess that the seating area to the side, in front of the restrooms, would have been cooler. I'd consider going back at a more reasonable temperature to try the pies.

Locally sourced ingredients

Sausage gravy and biscuits

Fried Oysters (~9) that Wife said were very good

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Fried Catfish...more breading and oil than fish, and canned beans (ugh)

Silver Diner

Food was delicious, service was quick. Kamonte was the sweetest waitress i'd ever had. 5/5 for the…read morerestaurant and for Kamonte!!

I had to be in Frederick for work, so I met colleagues here for late breakfast on a weekday. They…read morewere moderately busy around 10AM, but there was no delay in service; in fact, service was great! Our server, Elicia kept an eye on us and was friendly and engaging. I've been trying to eat heathier lately, so coming here was my choice due to their menu offering many healthy options. When I looked at their specials menu, I have to admit I was tempted to be bad, but they also offered a California Omelet (which is an egg white omelet) which had less than 500 calories and I went for it. It came out piping hot and looked AMAZING! I got their breakfast potatoes with it instead of the healthier options, like fruit or salad, knowing I might only eat one or two and sure enough, that's all I had was two pieces of potato. Quite frankly, the potato wasn't worth the calories. But the rye wheat toast was great, so I did indulge with that. But the omelet itself was excellent! Definitely would return!

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Showroom

4.1(371 reviews)

3.4 mi

Elevated diner food at a reasonable price. Always great service…read more We have been here multiple times for breakfast. The coffee is solid. Check out the cheddar chive biscuits. They are next level tasty. My fav main is the Steak & Eggs: homefries, 2 sunnyside eggs and toast. Lots of food and lots of flavor. Steak always comes as ordered (in my case med rare) and perfectly seasoned. Misc: atmosphere is a relaxed family vibe. Online to go orders via Toast at https://order.toasttab.com/online/showroom-882-n-east-street. Reservations are generally not necessary but can be made via Open Table.

We were a party of six for brunch yesterday, celebrating two very special milestones: a 50th…read morebirthday and my father-in-law's retirement after 60 years. We wanted a memorable place to mark the occasion and chose Showroom. I even noted both celebrations when making our reservation a week in advance. The hostess was friendly and kind, although clearer direction on where to wait would have helped. The front entrance was congested, and we felt like we were in everyone's way. Unfortunately, the service never matched the occasion. Our server never introduced themselves or acknowledged either celebration. They began taking orders without any engagement, and throughout the meal we were repeatedly unable to get their attention. I understand Sunday brunch is busy, but I work in a concierge-driven environment and was genuinely disappointed by the lack of hospitality. The food was mixed. The chicken and waffles and the omelet were good. My husband's steak was cold and the portion was very small. He ordered French fries but received unseasoned potatoes that lacked any flavor. My fish and chips were fine but also lacked seasoning, lemon, or any attention to detail. I specifically requested fries without Old Bay but received fries heavily coated in it. We also ordered a steak and eggs meal to go, which took about 30 minutes. When it was opened later, it contained only three small slices of steak. My brother-in-law genuinely thought he had been given someone's leftovers because the portion was so disappointing. My husband quietly paid the $300 bill while I still hoped someone might acknowledge the birthday or retirement with a simple mention, smile, or thank you. It never happened. We were never even offered a desert menu. We left without a goodbye or any acknowledgment from the staff. Disappointed doesn't begin to describe how we felt. We had many options in Frederick but chose Showroom because we expected a special experience. I could tell my family didn't want to complain because I had spoken so highly of the restaurant, but they were equally underwhelmed. Please do better.

They have both tables and counter service.

Seasonal cocktail Smoked Apple Margarita

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Lavender latte

Dempseys Grille

4.1(135 reviews)

4.5 mi

The atmosphere of this little main street restaurant is as comfortable and cozy as grandma's…read morekitchen. Very clean and welcoming. The staff is kind and friendly like you've know each other forever. One of the owners, Joel even ventured out of the kitchen to make table conversations patrons and ask us how the special was. Now...this special was exactly that. A special treat of savory and decadent flavors seldom found in this area. Jägerschnitzel. a German dish featuring a pounded, breaded and fried meat cutlet (pork) topped with a rich mushroom gravy, often called "hunter's schnitzel ". It was amazing. Michelin star flavor. If you are a "Foodie", do not pass this place up.

We have been venturing to Dempsey's for several years for the good greasy breakfast food…read more But after the last visit, I am out. Why? Simple: Ridiculous expensive menu. $4 for a simple coffee? How about $3? $5 to add a protein to your omelette? How about $3? I'll be honest: I was annoyed by the presumptive pricing. You're not a five star breakfast place; you're a diner. Start charging like it. I wish Dempsey's the best if they can find the clientele to pay their prices. I won't be one of them. And I can imagine there are others who think like me but don't say anything. And you can think I'm being a cheapskate all you want. Everyone know what appropriate pricing looks like. And everyone has to watch their dollar, especially in the current economy. #reality Lower your prices and get the word out and people will come back. ‍

Seating (newly renovated)

Western omelette with a side order of scrapples

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Hot sauce and crab seasoning

Airways Inn of Frederick

3.9(76 reviews)

4.7 mi

This place is a mixed bag, but I've got a soft spot for it. The service is pleasant, but often…read moreslow. The hours are weirdly variable. They love to shut down early if they're not busy, so you show up when it's supposed to be open but it isn't. The ambiance is a personal thing; if you love having a (limited) view of runways 23/5 and the taxi area, you're good (except in poor weather, when you'll likely see nothing), but the basic interior of the restaurant is of limited appeal unless you love old aviation-themed stuff on the walls. So why do I give it three stars? Because there are some great food bargains on the menu (and because on good days you do get great aviation views outside). Go for the double decker club, the standard hamburger/cheeseburger with fries, and try any of their soups and the chili. They're all great. And their pork chop dinner entree is a fantastic deal. People also rave about their breakfast; I'm more a fan of the later menu.

I love this little place. Great food , friendly staff, and I love the airplane decor. A little bit…read moreof unknown history here. Never been disappointed here. Thanks Karen!! Great job!!

A side of sausage was not in the photo - good too

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Rell's Cafe

3.7(3 reviews)

3.1 mi

Went here one time and been hooked. It's my early morning go to for a sandwich before work. I LOVE…read morethat it's Beef bacon instead of pork. Owner is always friendly and let's me know when my food is ready. Even when I'm late it's still hot and fresh. Good vibes Good Food 10/10

Great vibes from the owner at this establishment. He really goes above and beyond to provide an…read moreenjoyable experience, leaving you no choice but to return and enjoy all over again. For being a one-man show, i'm astonished at how the quality is always on point. The food is always made with love. Support this small, locally-owned & operated business!

Halal beef bacon pancake and eggs plater

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5pcs cinnamon vanilla and nutmeg dippers

Pennys Diner

3.2(81 reviews)

10.7 mi

Basic diner food in a classic 50's style atmosphere. Friendly servers. Clean restrooms!…read more The food is above average (kinda hard to ruin eggs, right? Lol). For breakfasts, their skillets are popular and very filling. The omelets are my favorites. What I like is that you can choose toast, a pakcake, or a waffle to go along. Their waffles are very good! For lunches their meatloaf is a comfort food classic. Very good with a tasty gravy if you'd like. I really like their hamburgers because the patties are fresh, not frozen. I can choose tater tots or fries (tots are my preference). The dinner is open 24 hours for you late nighters. The diner serves as the front desk for the Travelodge hotel nearby. I do recommend this restaurant for a hearty reasonably priced meal.

This was my first time at Penny's Diner in Brunswick, MD, and unfortunately it was a rough one. I…read morewaited 40 minutes for my ham, eggs, and white toast, and it only arrived after I complained. When it did arrive, the food was awful! I'd asked for eggs sunny side up with runny yolks, but that doesn't mean the whites should be runny too, and that's exactly how they came out, the whites all runny! it was disgusting! The ham was fine, and the hash browns were skimpy and buried underneath it. The toast was toast, so no complaints there. After the meal, I didn't feel well.

Breakfast ALL day

French toast platter with bacon. Very good. Staying at the hotel. Ordered online. They give you a pick up time.

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The Olde Towne Restaurant

4.4(57 reviews)

11.4 mi

We chose this because it was recommended on the Scrapple Trail. It didn't disappoint! The…read moreatmosphere is cozy county diner, with cheerful red, white, and blue touches. We arrived late morning but before Saturday lunch, so it wasn't crowded, and we were seated right away. It quickly filled up as it got closer to the noon hour. We chose breakfast foods, wanting to try the scrapple. The biscuits and gravy also caught my eye. The biscuits were soft and fluffy, obviously freshly made. And the gravy was perfect, just the right amount of thickness, as well as being white gravy (some restaurants serve brown gravy and that's just not right!), with a generous amount of sausage in it. My husband chose French toast, with 3 thick slices. He said it was very good! And, of course, we had the scrapple. The scrapple looked like it might have been deep fried, but it turned out perfect--crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The server was very friendly and attentive, without being intrusive (and she agreed that sausage gravy should always be white!) Definitely plan to return.

I haven't been here since I was a kid and just brought my own kids today after moving back to the…read morearea. It was really good. Country ham breakfast sandwich is not to be missed. Home fries were also good with the onion and seasoning. The kids got the waffle with the strawberry and blueberry compote which I think might have been homemade. It was very good. The high chair was a bit dirty and sticky and I wish it had been cleaned better. But the bathrooms were very nice and clean. We'll be back for sure. This makes for a great Sunday morning with the Woodsboro park right down the street.

French toast (kids menu)

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Turkey Reuben

Bentztown

4.0(67 reviews)

2.8 mi

Been having great lunches now I can add a great dinner at @bentztown. As with the lunches…read moreeverything was a great time. Chicken salad sandwich and fish and chips #bentztownfood #bentztown

On my first visit to Bentztown I was impressed with the vast space available in the various areas…read moreand the trendy decor that ties it all together. The space seems to go on and on with plenty of seating and spaces to gather. We were there early on a week day so we took advantage of the happy hour they offer. Their drink and food specials are good deals and their food is amazing. I had two types of wings and the slider trio to feast on and a margarita thst was huge for a happy hour offering. I visited on a Monday and they have 6$ Margaritas all day! The food was all wonderful and perfectly prepared and they offer an extensive variety of cocktails and draft beer. The music and dance area is quite large in Addition to all of the seating in the dining and bar area so weather your there for food and drinks, a dinner with friends or a music event, Bentztown has it all covered,

Top Shelf!

Smoked BBQ Brisket

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Espresso Martini

Brookside Inn

4.4(76 reviews)

7.3 mi

I love these types of places that are locally owned where you can meet fun people. The food is good…read moreand service here is friendly and they welcome dogs on the outdoor patio. The outdoor seating can get a bit hot because the concrete barriers do not allow air to flow but you forget all that after a few buckets if beers and a good band. Prices are fair and you don't have to worry about parking.

Outdoor heaters 360° is one way they spoil you. Come to the Brookside fast! . My favorite beverage…read moreis Orange Vodka with their FRESH HAND SQUEEZED O.J.

Bar area

Brookside Burger with hand cut fries

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