I am absolutely appalled on the service and professionalism that was conducted at the café 611, Me…read moreand my team had an event in December at the venue, we paid their overpriced fee for space in FREDERICK MD due to having complications with our prior venue. Not even an hour into our event, I had noticed the security at the door being aggressive with the patrons, At our events we invite a community made up of our friends, loved ones and locals that share ideals and beliefs, such as PLURR and Decency. So this off rip didn't sit well with me. I understand someone has to do their job and in fact would want everyone to be checked and ID'd/verified before they enter our show for safety and legal reasons, So I will never get in the way of stopping staff from doing that as their job. What really spiraled the night out of control was when one of our own staff from our collective who we had as a greeter at the door looked uncomfortable so we went to go check on her and she had told us that a secondary man next to the security/doorman who was also checking people in had made inappropriate sexual comments such as asking her to sit in his lap because she looked tired of standing while gesturing towards his genitalia, this happened in the entry hallway. (being dressed up and looking good is not an invite to be inappropriate, we condemn that disgusting behavior to the highest degree). This combined with multiple other patrons complaining about being touched inappropriately as they entered and paid. (This second man, the security/doorman's brother wasn't even authorized to work and was allegedly fired months ago from Café 611 yet he was there "working" with permission from the owner) when I fully heard everything from multiple people. I walked up to the security and asked them to please not be aggressive with our patrons, as mentioned before these are our friends and family coming through and I personally love these people to death. The secondary man then proceeded to get aggressive with me, threaten me and tell me that he would take me out front to the street and kill me, To quote exactly what he said "I don't knock people out. I put them to sleep permanently. Would you like to go outside? Let's go outside" me at this point, I'm absolutely bewildered and the situation escalating (my only words to them in this entire exchange in front of 10+ people was simply asking if they could not speak to our patrons in a condescending or aggressive way) the customers that were entering the building and knew nothing about the situation unfolding were the ones that had to be the to step in between and try to pull him away from me as he was standing up to put hands on anyone that angered him. I let things cool down and walk away. I proceeded to address my issues with the person in charge of that night, immediately he was dismissive, but told me he would go over and talk to security. He walked over and I watched them speak. They shared a couple laughs for about 30 minutes and the man Hung out for another hour after that before he decided to leave on his own accord. At the end of the night when our event was over, not a minute after, right on the dot. Security and the Manager started yelling obscenities and telling everyone to get the **** out and made a comment about white people for some reason? Which left everyone uncomfortable and confused because this room was as ethnically diverse as it could get. Me and my entire staff went to have a full conversation about what had happened that night and recapping with the owner but he defended his "staff" even after having multiple (7+) patrons independently complain about being uncomfortable, he ignored any accountability, harassed us for his money while we were actively breaking down and loading all of our equipment into our vehicles outside because at that point it was clearly the only thing he cared about. demanded we pay him their split without any reasoning or understanding that the funds had to be transferred. Started acting like we were trying run off without paying him because we demanded a conversation about accountability first and then when it was all said and done shut the door on us so we couldn't return. I will never in my life come/promote/attend/etc here ever. This place has a bad history and I wanted to believe it wasn't true and still try to work at the 611 because good venues in the Maryland scene are hard to come by, but everything everyone has said about this place unbelievably correct. You all should be ashamed and know good and well this hasn't been your only instance or situation.

Place smelled and was dirty. The food was overpriced for the portion size. It took 20 minutes for a…read morequesadilla and the place was empty. The building has not been updated in years. Bathroom was disgusting and unkempt. Enough said.

This was more of a bar than a distillery, but you can do tastings. This long storefront goes all…read morethe way to the back, bar ending 1/3 the way down. Back area has the ability to be rented out for small parties.

This woman own distillery company is tucked away in downtown Frederick. Everything is amazing…read more There are many options of Maryland Rye, Bourbon, and seasonal cocktails, and much more. their slogan is Ward of ordinary and that is exactly what they do. The cocktails are tasty and our price perfectly. It's nice to be able to find a good distillery that offers decent price beverages. At this time they don't serve any food however, right next-door is Maxwell's and because of its location, they're plenty of other location to stop by. My favorite cocktail was the seasonal mule stopping in this holiday seasoning. Get yourself one it's very tasty. This place decor was great point and the service was amazing love the ambience in the expose brick mixed in with a few chandeliers and oversize chairs for a photo ops.

One of my favorite summer time venues:…read more Ddowntown happy hour series occuring the fourth Thursday of each month from May - September at the Carroll Creek Park Amphitheatre between Market and Carroll Streets. Each event occurs from 5 - 8PM, features a distinctive live band, great music, beer and wine. Must be 21+ to enter. ID required. $5 cover. Alive @ Five is dog friendly for well behaved dogs on a leash. Music: July 26th 3:AM 3 musicians ALL about MUSIC www.weare3am.com August 23rd The Freddie Long Band Pop, Rock and Soul www.freddielong.com September 27th The Donegal X-Press Irish-American Roots Rock www.dxplive.com Many pretty people!

Finally, and I really mean finally, was able to make it out! It's a little hard to make the 5-8…read moretiming if you like many of us in the Frederick area are battling commuter traffic. I do wish it went more 6-9 but that was fine. I have been trying to make this all summer long and am so glad I was finally able to. It was a beautiful day the atmosphere was laid back and drinks were beyond reasonably priced. You do pay a $5 cover to get in and the buy a token to get a drink. I am guessing there is some dated city law forbidding them from selling alcohol outside, bypassed by selling a token not alcohol. It ends up being $5 a token which will get you your choice of beer or sangria. Dogs are welcome as well. Little tip, if you are just looking to enjoy the music and don't want to have a beer or a glass of wine. You can sit across the creek and hear it just fine. Several people were doing this! But really worth the time to go, great location, great time! All the little events like this that happen in Downtown Frederick really is what makes it so fun and lends to real feel of community.

A beautifully preserved historic theater from 1926, conveniently located in downtown and surrounded…read moreby shops and restaurants. This was my first visit, and the classic décor immediately set the tone for a charming experience. The venue is small enough that every seat feels close to the stage. From the mezzanine, we had an excellent view and clear sound. The sold-out matinee of The Nutcracker was wonderfully performed and well choreographed, especially impressive in a more intimate space. Seats were comfortable, though legroom is a bit tight--but manageable for a two-hour show with intermission. A side exit conveniently connects to a nearby parking garage, which was a nice surprise. I'd happily return for future performances and gladly spend more time exploring the downtown area.

We made last minute reservations to go and see A Christmas Carol! The show was amazing! Our entire…read morefamily loved the play and everyone working at the theater was so helpful and friendly. We've never had a bad experience at this theater and the inside of it is absolutely beautiful! We got last minute tickets, so we were seated near the back, but we still were able to see everything very well! Loved the experience!

I've been here so many times. Great choice if you're stopping by the library. The lattes are strong…read moreand creamy, and the banana one in specific is SO GOOD. I'd say the food is a bit overpriced but I think their sweet potato fries are very good and seasoned and their herby ranch they give on the side is very amazing. I got their beyond burger which was a good burger, nothing crazy but I really enjoyed it. Everyone who works there is so sweet too, each time I've came in someone always answers my questions. I'd say it's not that good of a place to get work done as it's always decently packed and since it's small a bit loud at times.

Very busy and small place in a lively area downtown- waited 40 minutes for Sunday brunch. Service…read morewas a little slow but we were not in a hurry. My friend enjoyed her mimosa and we had enjoyed hot and iced coffee to go twice from Cafe Nola. I loved the croissant sandwich and the breakfast potatoes were perfectly cooked and seasoned.

Stopped in for lunch after going to the library, (2 hour parking validation)…read more Upon Skyler's recommendation we got the club sandwich with broccoli and a fish sandwich with hand cut fries. They have a full menu of specialty drinks, brews and wines. Food came out fast was hot and delicious.

İt was good place! İ like the Way they serve the beer with 6…read moreoz shot glasses. This is the most I like! Cheesesteak was good and pretty plenty! I wasn't crazy about the wings... I wish I read the menu properly because we order Extra fries but they serve the fries with cheesesteak anyway! It was too much and we couldn't finish! I don't like when we order more than that we can eat. When I think the worlds other part that people can find a food:( Ambience was also good. Especially if you can find a table near the window than you can watch the people passing on the sidewalk... Our server was nice!

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!

We had a great experience at Monkey La La. We had planned on going to Avery's upstairs for crabs…read more Since there was an hour wait we went downstairs to Monkey La La's for a drink and discovered you can still get the full Avery's menu. We sat right away. We had amazing crabs and the hush puppies were also very good. Last but not least the service was incredible. Our server Ben was attentive and personable, which is appreciated. Pricing was as expected for crabs. Atmosphere is more a bar than restaurant so probably not for young kids, but you know that going in. Still a friendly place and will definitely be going back.

Service was good and the food was delicious as well love the combos they have here . Sat at the bar…read moreit wasn't to crowded wish they had more happy hour specials

A Co-Worker recommended this restaurant. Upon arrival the restaurant was packed; However, The Bar…read morehad plenty of open seats. I ordered a Maryland crab soup to start and a beer. The food was delicious and the potato salad was surprisingly tasty. Definitely U will be back soon

Hands down the best place I know to get crabs, and I'll tell you exactly why…read more First, the size. They don't advertise it, but the crabs in their all you can eat are big. These are the biggest crabs I've seen anywhere at a price this reasonable. That's the whole equation right there. Which brings me to the drive. I know it sounds backwards to head inland for crabs, and yes, when you've got friends visiting and you point the car away from the water, it takes some explaining. But compare it to a place like Bethesda Crab House, where you're paying for the real estate as much as the crabs. I would rather drive forty five minutes into the country and eat better crabs for less. Those of us in 20854 make this trip constantly, and this place gets talked about in country club circles all the time for exactly that reason: outstanding crabs, unbeatable deal. It's in the same category of open secret as the lobster specials at H Mart at $12.99 a pound, sometimes down to $9.99. Everybody in the know knows. The snow crab is the other reason. It picks clean, juicy, and not too salty. It comes apart fast. No wrangling with rubbery, bendy legs. And you can get it in the all you can eat too. The place feels like a biker bar. Nothing fancy about it, but that's exactly the room you want to be in when you're eating crabs and drinking beer. It also beats Mays, the other spot people mention around there. I've eaten at both. Mays has tiny little crabs. Avery's has some big ones. Not close. And if you're bringing people who don't do seafood, the rest of the menu holds up. The ribs and everything alongside them are outstanding. I've come here with folks who were just along for the ride and watched them go to town. I tried it myself and it was legitimately that good. Last thing: Wednesdays, the all you can eat blue crabs go on sale. Plan around it if you're price conscious.

Wine Kitchen on the Creek in Frederick is everything a date night restaurant should be,and then…read moresome. We sat outside along Carroll Creek on a perfect evening and honestly the setting alone is worth the visit. But the food is what will bring you back. The pressed watermelon, feta and pistachio salad with vanilla onion jam was a nightly special and was outstanding... one of those dishes that sounds unexpected but every element makes complete sense together. The dill pickle hummus was a standout starter as well. The pork belly and grits is a classic on their menu for a reason... rich, perfectly executed, and totally delivers on the hype. The duck breast and filet with foie gras butter were both exceptional mains... the kind of dishes that remind you why you go out to eat. Do not overlook the sides. The potato salad especially is criminally underrated. The Short Shorties mini cocktail flight was a fun and delicious way to start the evening... a Negroni, Manhattan and Martini all in miniature form. Honest and knowledgeable hospitality from Kat, outstanding seasonal food, and a creek-side patio that makes the whole experience feel special. This one is a must for Frederick.

I'd tweak the opening to reflect that:…read more I've been coming to The Wine Kitchen for about a year now, and I can't believe I've never taken the time to leave a review. We stopped in for Sunday brunch, and it didn't disappoint. The service is always friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is one of my favorite parts of dining downtown. We ordered the brunch special. (Not pictured: the Caesar salad, which is a must every time, and the short rib poutine--another favorite.) I had the blueberry muffin French toast with blueberry sorbet, and I'm honestly drooling just thinking about it again. My friend got the biscuits and sausage gravy with a fried egg, and it was absolutely delicious too. If you haven't been here for brunch yet, you're missing out. And if you're looking for dinner, run--don't walk. The Wine Kitchen has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants in Frederick, and it never disappoints. It reads like something someone who actually frequents the restaurant would write rather than a polished promotional review.