Old Mill Cafe

The pizzas are amazing! My pickiest kid ate half of a 12" pizza all by himself! The weather was…read moreperfect to sit in the garden and enjoy some live music at the festival in the parking lot, too!

Little market cafe is an original of old Ellicott city. It has survived 2 major floods and was at…read moreone point fixed up as part of a Gordon Ramsey show. After that, they went from a small coffee shop window to a full kitchen. They have sandwiches, pizza, breakfasts, and coffee of all kinds. It has so much promise, but sadly I find it to be a let down. Every time I'm here the coffee and food is just average. My sandwich sounded so good, but the bacon was not crisp, couldn't taste the jam in it, and just seemed like the turkey sandwich I pack for my lunches for work. The biggest benefit of this place is the outdoor seating. On a nice day, it is the best place to hang out with a half decent cup of specialty coffee.

Big poppi and strawberry lemonade

See all

Cafe EZ - Ellicott City

4.3(768 reviews)

1.6 mi

Oh my days!! I have no words that's how good the food was. I don't even remember speaking with…read moreanyone I was with because my face was buried in my plate. It's small and intimate, but I was able to still sit comfortably with my group of 6. You have to order at the front and your food is brought out to you. Which honestly made my time there more enjoyable. I was able to really take my time and read the menu. There were so many options to pick from! The entire staff was not only friendly but extremely helpful. Portion sizes were great, the food tasted amazing but it is a bit pricy. My meal of the chicken & waffles with an ice coffee costed about $27 after tax. That's a bit steep for a breakfast meal for 1 person but the quality of service and taste definitely made it worth it.

What a great find. We came for lunch and the food was excellent. They have a good balance of savory…read moreand sweet options - we got the curious George French toast and the Eggcellent breakfast sandwich with added turkey bacon. The iced chai and the Nutella latte were good but a bit boring. It is fast casual, where you order at the counter and they bring the food out to your table. We came on a Wednesday and it was relatively quiet, but I bet this place gets packed on the weekends.

In the cafe

Creme Brulee French Toast

See all

Inside

Cozy Cafe And Bakery

3.8(133 reviews)

0.1 mi

I came here for a very Instagrammable coffee flight and was not disappointed. We ordered a simple…read morecorned beef sandwich and I got the iced coffees flight. So the flight was for different ice lattes paired with a pastry, which was a croissant a Blondie brownie, a macaroon and lastly.strawberry cake for $25. It took a while for the flight to be prepared because I think they're a little bit shortstaffed on a Monday morning, but they had a lot of comfortable places to sit and wait. The corn beef sandwich came out good and I mentioned it was simple because it's literally just corn beef with some white bread and some cheese, but it was actually pretty tasty for breakfast. The coffee flight came out and it's on a large paddle and it looked really delicious. I have to say the regular flavored lattes and the croissant weren't my favorite choices, but as I started moving down the paddleboard towards flavored lattes and the Blondi bar, it was pretty good. My favorite latte was the butter beer and my favorite pastry actually turned out to be the Blondie brownie bar. The inside has enough seating for about 50 people and it's really cutely decorated. I highly recommend stopping in if you're in the mood for a coffee after a day of shopping in Ellicott city.

Looking at the reviews, I was super excited to try out this quaint cafe in Old Ellicott. The…read moreservice was okay and the owner came out after to check in everything. There were 6 of us, and they were able to put two tables together to accommodate us. I was overall disappointed with the food. The waffle which I paid $5 for was super small and there were just chunks of sugar in it. I also ordered scrambled eggs with spinach and cheese. The spinach came out on the side of the eggs and was uncooked. The cheese was not melted, and the eggs were burnt (dark brown and dry). The waitress was kind enough to take the eggs back for the cheese and spinach to be mixed/melted. They were still burnt and flavorless. I picked around and ate what I could. I also ordered some kind of spinach and feta pastry from the front case, which was good. We also all enjoyed the homefries which were crispy with a unique seasoning. We ordered the stuffed french toast which had a great flavor, but it wasn't really stuffed, there were just toppings on it. My nephew ordered the chicken and waffles. He's 15. I'm guessing that waitress assumed he was a kid and gave him the kids portion. Either way, the fried chicken looked like two pieces of frozen chicken schnitzel. My mother ordered the Reuben and did not like it at all because it lacked flavor.

Avocado, Egg, and Cheese

See all

Taneytown Deli

4.6(145 reviews)

3.2 mi

This place is the best. Mother Clucker is the best sandwich ever. Highly recommend.read more

Delicious overstuffed sandwiches and subs at reasonable prices in an old-school deli setting…read more So happy I decided to stop by! Came here for a quick sub for lunch, I grabbed the Al Capone sub, which is Italian ham, pepperoni, turkey, and provolone cheese. They also have their normal toppings-- lettuce, tomato, hot peppers, onions, and mayo, along with oil and vinegar. I opted out of the hot peppers, which was no problem. Service was quick and very friendly. I ordered at the register and then told them I was going to walk around town for a bit while I waited. This was no issue, and when I came back, they had my order waiting behind the counter. The only reason I had to take off a star today was the ambiance was a bit outdated. It didn't seem dirty or anything, but the inside could definitely use an update. When I say these sandwiches are stuffed, oh my gosh. I've never had a more meat-packed sub in my life. And for only like $11? It's truly unbeatable. This will definitely be my new go-to when I need a good sub.

View from the dining area

Al Capone sub

See all

Seating Area

Manor Hill Tavern

4.2(442 reviews)

0.3 mi

Manor Hill is always at the top of my EC list. Between the sangria, brews, street fries, pizzas,…read moreand birds the word...you can't go wrong! Service is always all smiles and attentive. I recommend making a reservation on Friday and Saturday nights to avoid long waits.

I came here on a Saturday and decided to sit in their Beer Garden right next to the river which was…read morea great decision since the weather was great and the background noises very relaxing. The server (I wish I caught her name) was very friendly and had great recommendations. I tried the "I Just Crush A Lot" sour beer and it was AMAZING!! For my entree, I decided to go with the Truffle Shuffle: Alabama White BBQ, Roasted Wild Mushrooms, Tavern Blend Cheese, Smoked Cheddar, Basil and Truffle Oil. It was pretty good! If I am ever back in the area, I would definitely come back!

Marinated Melon Salad

See all

Great martinis

The Breadery

4.2(95 reviews)

0.9 mi

I love the breadery! I've been eating their bread for years from various restaurants throughout…read moretown, but had never actually been to the breadery location until this week. I was immediately impressed and overwhelmed with the shear amount of options in their establishment. They not only have bread and pastries, but they also have coffee, frozen pizzas, wine and spirits, local cheeses, and a large selection of olive oils, vinegars, and balsamics. I picked up a challah bread, baguette, lemon rosemary sourdough, pumpkin chocolate muffin, two mini blueberry scones, a 4 pack of a locally owned, women owned canned cocktail I like, and a cup of coffee all for about $30. I will definitely be back!

Wanted to take a nice walk about two weeks ago (lagging on reviews again, sigh) and found the #9…read moreTrolley Line that runs from Ellicott City to Catonsville (or vice versa, more on this). Approximately halfway from either town is this delightful bakery that isn't just a bakery. As many have said, the aroma alone can make your mouth water - and we arrived midday, so I can only imagine what it's like early in the morning, when the baked goods are just coming out of the oven. They close at 2 on Saturdays, and we just made it by 1:30. Along with breads, rolls, and cookies, there are spreads both sweet and savory, dipping oils and vinegars, plus herb mixtures to sprinkle on them. I didn't investigate the wines but could easily see it's quite a collection. I missed the cheeses somehow, but DD the Cheese Queen said it was a nice assortment. There is also a cooler with soft drinks, so DGD got a berry lemonade & DD a kombucha. I bought a fresh loaf of garlic parmesan bread, and a loaf of cranberry orange pecan bread that was only $4! I see that another reviewer said the cheap loaves are due to the slicer mangling the loaf, but not the one I bought! It was perfect & just a couple of days old. Used to be you could go to most local bakeries & buy day old bread much cheaper. Anyway, even if it was "mangled" it still has amazing flavor and texture - worth every penny even at full price. DGD got a chocolate croissant and a banana muffin. She graciously let me have a taste and both were delicious. There is a free parking lot, which we didn't use of course, as we were walking. I wanted to write about the #9 Trolley Line but yelp doesn't have trail reviews (oversight!!) So I'm just going to add a little info here that does not pertain to The Breadery. Here are a couple of tips if you're doing the #9 Trolley Line walk: First and foremost, I highly recommend doing the uphill part first. In other words, start in Ellicott City. We walked as far as The Breadery and back, which was around 1.5 miles. We were all thankful to be going downhill once we were carrying our goodies! However, there is a farmer's market on Saturdays from May-October and it's a very small downtown so parking is tricky. The lot for the trailhead had people circling for spots. We're going to do the other side next weekend, but starting at The Breadery & returning there. And to be perfectly honest, even though it's a bit of a drive, I will be coming to get fresh loaves at The Breadery a couple of times a month.

See all

The Breadery in Oella. " it's hard to by this place without stopping in to buy something delicious."

RegionAle American Sandwiches

4.3(327 reviews)

3.8 mi

I love Region Ale! The hoppy meal is the best with a canned draft beer to go. The team is friendly…read moreand responsive. Definitely try chopped chips inside a wrap. It's legendary.

Overall I really like RegionAle. However I ordered the Chopped Italian Wrap with Salt & Pepper…read morechips inside. This was because I rushed through the online ordering and I thought I was asking for a side of S&P chips. I didn't even notice the chips. The wrap was HUGE. Busting at the seams. Really acidic. I have also figured out something about myself. I do not like Chopped Italian Subs/Sandos/Wraps. I love the idea but don't love the execution. That's not a ding on RegionAle. It was a really beautiful wrap. Wish I hadn't rushed through ordering and could have gotten chips on the side. All negatives are on me. I'll do better next time.

10.7.22

Winner of Restaurant Hospitality Best Sandwiches in America

See all

Featured with house-made potato salad.

Georgia Grace Cafe

4.5(89 reviews)

0.4 mi

This may be my favorite coffee shop in OEC. It's got delicious lattes and even more amazing food…read moreoptions. The Dino sandwich is my favorite and the display case of goodies when you order is too hard to resist. The cheesecake was heavenly. They do have a love like most weekend mornings but it's worth the wait. There is a lovely outdoor seating area and they bring your food to your table. Servers are great and very helpful.

Cute little coffee shop in Old Ellicott City. I love how casual this place is. I got a Cineyhone…read moreand a butter croissant. Everything feels cute, but it's slightly unclean. Why am I seeing an open trash can while I'm ordering? They could have hidden it a little better so customers don't have to see it. Plus, the restrooms could be cleaned more thoroughly. The workers were friendly, and I love that they offer the option to have less sugar in your coffee. They have a cute setup, but the interior design and layout could use some improvement. it feels a bit claustrophobic.

Buffet-style dinner (spanakopita, chicken skewers, homemade falafel, green fries, green salad)

Make your own omelet with spinach, bacon and cheese

See all

Open sandwich with lox, egg and potatoes

Country Corner Store

4.9(17 reviews)

0.9 mi

Country Corner Store is a gem of a find!…read more Owned by Mr. Jay, a pillar of the Oella community, one can find pretty much anything and everything in this one-stop-shop type of a place. Just note, this is a legit country store, offering random canned items, dried goods, toys, collectibles, drinks, snacks, and even hot food. We saw a patron come in, looking for charcoal, and there was a bag hiding behind the front door! We stopped by, as we had heard about Mr. Jay's famous burgers - we ordered one to share, open to any toppings he recommended - ours came with fresh Romaine lettuce, sliced onions, a hot pepper spread, sliced fresh jalapenos, cheese, and mayo, all nestled in a locally baked bread. This was a simple, but a tasty burger! The freshly-ground beef is picked up every morning, from the slaughterhouse that is across the street; I don't really want to think about that all too much, but just know that what you're getting is some fresh proteins! Mr. Jay also grows his own peppers and such, so you'll taste the freshness! There are a few comfortable chairs around the store, so you can definitely just sit and enjoy your food, or take it to go - we opted to dine-in, and we almost fell asleep since we were that cozy and relaxed! HA! Mr. Jay is also known as the Mayor of Oella, so be sure to sit and listen to his stories - he's so kind, personable, and has a lot of history to share! I saw a published photo book of his, which I found super cool; we also received the town's community calendar and a sampling of a neighbor's homemade brownie! Be sure to stop by to grab a meal - we had heard that he makes amazing omelets, so we'd love to try that next time! There's parking on the side. +ask for Mr. Jay! +country store offering a wide range of items! +parking on the side

Very friendly and caring service. Good burgers! Nice play…read moreto stop and pick up lunch while on the trolley trail.

See all

Eataliano Market & Deli

4.1(245 reviews)

3.3 mi

Ive humbly made my way here... CRAVING a cheese steak or pizza... got both several times…read more While I loveeee the food, the restaurant is v cute and welcoming...the togo service is great! Today, specifically, Tristan helped me to my car with just a pizza and philly cheese. I walk with a cane and Tristan went above and beyond just to help me! Ive said this many times, I'll travel for food but I'll stay loyal great service and people

What a fabulous neighborhood gem! How did I not try this place sooner? Eataliano is tucked right…read moreinto the Phelps Luck neighborhood, not far from Route 108 (Old Annapolis Road) and Columbia Palace Plaza. I had heard there could be a bit of a wait, which isn't surprising since this well-established market and deli draws not only local residents but also people from nearby businesses. I happened to be about 15 minutes away, so I placed my order through their website. By the time I arrived, I must have missed the lunch rush--there was no line, and it took just a couple more minutes for everything to be wrapped, packaged, and ready to go. The market itself is intriguing and packed with all sorts of house-made specialties and popular Italian brands. There were also plenty of brands I had never heard of, giving the place the feel of a little Italian countryside market. I can only dream of traveling to Italy someday, so for now, I'll happily get a little taste of Italy here! Parking: As mentioned, parking is very limited. The street alongside the shop was also undergoing some sort of construction during my visit, so be prepared for some roadside limitations. There is a small, intimate dining area with room for only about four tables, but I loved seeing the white-tablecloth treatment. It added such a warm and welcoming touch to what is otherwise a very busy little establishment. The staff were busy but friendly. With the back-of-house operation appearing to be quite busy and working within tight quarters, it was impressive to see how well everyone seemed to coordinate and make the most of the available space. What We Tried Eataliano Crab Roll -- A specialty my daughter had told me about after seeing it on TikTok, and now I understand why! Generously filled with a tender, tasty blend of lump crab meat and fillers. Definitely shareable--but only with your favorite people! 10" Margherita Pie -- A NY-style thin crust topped with fresh ingredients, including tomato sauce, house-made mozzarella, and whole basil leaves. Simple, fresh, and delicious. French Fries -- Crispy and crunchy, just as ordered. Sometimes you just need a good order of fries! Greek Salad -- A generous portion loaded with fresh ingredients: feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, Kalamata olives, carrots, green peppers, and pepperoncini. Fresh, colorful, and plenty to share. Overall, Eataliano is exactly the kind of neighborhood gem I love discovering. Between the market, deli, prepared foods, and cozy little dining area, there's plenty to come back and explore. Definitely worth a visit--and I'm already wondering what I should try next!

Things to do in Ellicott City

March 2023

The Real Philly Cheesesteak

See all

Why does Yelp recommend reviews?

Hundreds of millions of reviews are posted on Yelp, and our automated recommendation software works in the background to showcase the reviews that it …

4 reviews that are not currently recommended

The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.

Becky S.

318

6 years ago

This place is awesome! They always have great service as well as delicious food and drinks! My sister threw my bridal shower here last September and it was a fantastic place for our event. They took great care of us! Old Mill Cafe is our go to for our weekend breakfast trips! read more

Brian E.

7 years ago

Definitely try the Avocado toast, it is delicious. I ordered a latte, loved it, it's now my "go-to" drink whenever I'm there. My other favorite things about this Cafe; the live music events, outdoor seating along with the interesting arts and crafts on display and for sale. read more

Surayyah K.

8 years ago

Friendly staff, great drinks! Very cozy atmosphere with a good amount of seating.

Kj I.

7 years ago

This place is beautiful and has amazing coffee and food.

Old Mill Cafe - coffee - Updated September 2026

Best of Ellicott City

People found Old Mill Cafe by searching for…

People who viewed Old Mill Cafe also viewed

Cafe EZ - Ellicott City

4.3

(768 reviews)

ROCO Kitchen & Coffee

4.0

(36 reviews)

The homemade doughnut was absolutely delicious--seriously, out of this world. My only…read moredisappointment was that I couldn't get the one thing I really wanted to go with it: a plain old cup of coffee! I know there were lattes, espresso drinks and iced options available, but I'm an old-fashioned coffee-with-my-breakfast kind of girl. I just wanted a hot cup of regular coffee with that amazing doughnut. So I have to admit, I was pretty baffled that a place with "Kitchen + Coffee" in the name was out of regular coffee at 10 AM on a Saturday. That felt a little like going to an ice cream shop and finding out they're out of ice cream. I don't know if the coffee machine was having a bad morning or what happened, but hopefully it was just a fluke. The doughnut was fantastic--I just wish it had had its rightful partner sitting next to it. Coffee and doughnuts belong together!

Happy to have a new cafe in the neighborhood! Great coffee; we ordered salted maple and brown…read morebutter iced lattes and both were tasty, but I really liked the brown butter one, which was light and smooth. We ended up getting more brown butter lattes to-go, as well as a hot red velvet latte to try more flavors! The donuts are huge, so we also took those to-go to avoid filling up before our food came. I ordered the potato+egg+cheese breakfast taco with the jalapeño sauce (recommended by our server), and my husband got the sausage+egg+cheese sandwich. We both enjoyed it. Friendly service; indoor & outdoor patio seating available.

Clock Tower Coffee and Bakery

3.4

(44 reviews)

Good coffee and food, but super pricey for the portions. I appreciate all the seating and WiFi, and…read morethe staff seemed nice.

I waited 20 min for a bacon and egg burrito! 20min!!!! With no one else in the bakery. Not like it…read morewas busy! I'm so annoyed because it tasted even worse than I expected. It was cold. Whoever was working behind that kitchen counter just didn't care!

Trifecto Bar

4.2

(71 reviews)

Nice spot in Common Kitchen ~ Trifecto Bar! They are located in the common kitchen area in the back…read moreagainst the wall you'll see a full bar. With a variety of drinks from hot to cold; to food options. I couldn't decide what to get because a lot sounded enticing. I ended up getting a cappuccino so I can get some latte art and a grilled cheese. I got toasted marshmallow flavor for my cappuccino. It had a dainty heart and nicely made flavor wise. It came in a real mug since it was a cappuccino. If you get a cold drink, it comes in a disposable cup. For food I decided to try the jalapeño bacon grilled cheese. It was tasty. The jalapeños were not spicy at all which was what I was looking for. It had the right amount for flavor added to the melted cheese and bacon. Toasted at a level you get a crunch in every bite. I was asked if I'd like a pickle on the side; yes please. That was a nice little ask that I wasn't expecting. Overall, service, food and drink were good. There is free parking in the parking lot. I'll be back to try more specialty drinks.

Cute little bar inside of Clarksville Commons. The bar tender was so cool. I am sad so forgot her…read morename. She was friendly and courteous even though it was right around closing time. Good price one the drinks. They had some summer limited time specials. Can't wait to come here again. I didn't sample any food items from here but they will allow you to bring items you purchased from other vendors inside of the Commons to eat at their bar.

Jinnie’s Cafe & Deli

4.9

(16 reviews)

Easy to drive by without knowing this place is tucked behind the Clarksville Chick fila. I stopped…read moreby and got the roasted chicken pesto panini, which was so good. Hard to find good delis/cafes around all the fast food in the area but I'm glad I found Jinnie's! Inside there is seating for a quick bite/coffee. I will definitely be coming back to try the other bakery items, sandwiches, and drinks!

I've been to this little cafe a couple of times. This day, I went for a quick breakfast in between…read moreerrands. It was nice and quiet, so I got to do a little devotional while I was there. I had the sausage, egg and cheese on a croissant as well as a matcha latte. The service is also so pleasant and quick. I will definitely be visiting again.

Oca Mocha

4.1

(67 reviews)

I love Oca Mocha! They are such an Arbutus staple. They have a fun seasonal drink menu. I most…read morerecently got a Coconut Thai Tea. Yum!! My favorite sandwich there is the Southwest Retriever (Chicken, Bacon, Onion, Pepperjack and Southwest Mayo on a toasted baguette). They offer student discounts for UMBC students, and have a loyalty punch card. Prices are pretty standard. They also have some good coworking spots and meeting rooms in the back. I came in once and there was a Witch meetup in the back which is pretty sick. They have some street parking and there's also a lot right next to it.

This place is so cute!!!! I was in the area because I have two family members with appointments at…read morethe Baltimore Field Office that were 3 hours apart and wanted somewhere to chill in between. This is the best place. While waiting my brothers and I played Jenga that the cafe offers and also monopoly which is this super cute specialized version for the area, Arbutus/Baltimore. This cafe is so cute and quiet - a great place to get some work done, have a small meeting or chill with your family. If I lived nearby this would definitely be a regular place I would come to get work done. To drink, I ordered something on seasonal media specifically their Rose B. Chai (I forgot the second word ) which a mix of chai and rosemary. And dare I say it's the PERFECT FUSION!!! It's so good! at first I was a little skeptical thinking it shouldn't work but it does. Now unfortunately my mom didn't approve and she has a more of a sweet tooth than I do so maybe different people have their different opinion but I loved it. There's also an orange creamsicle drink that's on the menu that I really want to try.I didn't have time to order food but the prices are super reasonable like less than $10. I really liked this place and next time I'm in the area I will definitely stop by.

JAM Eateries

4.4

(556 reviews)