Finding parking in Old Ellicott City can be a challenge, so having a small parking lot behind the restaurant was a huge plus. Inside, the space is large and open with a great atmosphere, and there are plenty of larger tables that make it a good spot for groups. Our waitress was friendly, and the service was impressively quick. The standout was definitely the Gruyère mac and cheese. The portion was huge, making it easy to take leftovers home. We also tried the dirt cup for dessert, which was just okay and didn't quite live up to the rest of the meal. Overall, it's a great place with a fun vibe, good service, and delicious comfort food. read more

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Overall: typical pub food, draught beer, okay service, local decor, single stall gendered bathrooms, high chairs available, steps to get in the front door Kids meals came out hot and fast. They were large portion sizes and costs $8. Adult meals took a typical amount of time. Portion sizes were huge. Prices were between $15-$30. I had the new cut burger. I asked for it to have no blue cheese but it still had blue cheese on it, so I didn't really enjoy it plus it was very dry. The market veggies (zucchini) were good but definitely smothered in fat. My partner's fried fish was excellent. The fries were just okay. read more

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I love this spot in downtown Ellicott city! With multiple levels the Phoenix is such a great place to drink with friends and enjoy great American pub fare! The guyere Mac n cheese was so good, I love that they use cavatappi pasta. The crab cake sandwich is a classic and my boyfriend always orders it here. The drinks always come out fast and they have such an extensive menu. The interior is modern and clean. Shoutout to Sarah the best bartender there!!! We will definitely be back! read more

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Came in for a quick bite and drink, and had a great time! Bartender was great, there is a lot of space (they have two floors). We sat at the bar and order some beer, they had some great ones on draft! Ordered the deviled eggs, roasted toasted crab dip, and chicken quesadilla. Had a bite of all and they were all great! read more

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Came here for lunch on a Saturday and what a wonderful surprise in Ellicott City. The place reminds me of an upscale log cabin. Our server Katie was great. She provided recommendations and answered all of our questions. All of our food was great. The Chesapeake wings are worth the return trip. The burger was huge and flavorful. If you find yourself hanging out in the area you should check this place out. You won't be disappointed. read more

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I love the phoenix for some good American food. It is a welcoming place for a family dinner, just grabbing some beers with friends, or fully bar crawling down old ec and needing a bite to eat while at the next stop. There is a good variety of options on the menu and most of the food that I've tried is good. I particularly like the Mac n cheese and I did not order the nachos this time, but they are also great. My chicken Caesar wrap is usually great, but this night the chicken was a bit dry. read more

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Another great time in Ellicott City and we're so happy to see that the Phoenix is still rollin, so the customer service was outstanding and we really enjoyed our waitress she was awesome. The crab dip potato skins absolutely incredible and we can't believe it's not on the menu when everyone in the restaurant seemed to be ordering them. The nachos very very good as well, now we also got the fish and chips that we had last time and that was delicious as well but the only negative was the fries and that's why I only gave 4stars because Phoenix you have to get better fries looking around at customers plates they aren't enjoying them, fish and chips with those fries come on. But great looking place it's warm and comfortable Ali to a nice place to watch the games. We will come back but definitely will be checking to see if they change fries. read more

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summary: elevated American-style bar food located in Old Ellicott City's main street. One of the few establishments left in the town that still feels lively and my experience there was great. The service was great from the moment we walked in. We were greeted by hostesses and seated pretty immediately. They have two levels in their venue (we sat in the lower one that you walk into through the entrance). Our server was very attentive, kind, and personable. As far as the food goes, everything came out after about 15 minutes of placing the order. Everything was tasty and passed the "kids test." The Bear sandwich was also very tasty with lots of good flavor. My only nitpick would be that the bread wasn't quite toasted enough for my liking so the sauce made it kind of soggy (maybe it'll be better if you eat it faster). They have Happy Hour specials on drinks and some food items I believe on Weekdays only. As far as accessibility is concerned, their front/main entrance has like 3-4 steps that are relatively steep. However, they also have a entrance around back that has a ramp (you may need to talk to a staff member to get entry). All in all, a very pleasant experience located in the heart of OEC. read more

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If you know, you know....we call this restaurant "the Phoenix." It doesn't matter if this place was down the hill or on the top, where it currently is located. This place has really delicious food and our server tonight was amazing. He was very friendly and was great with my kids. That's very important for families! This restaurant has had a beautiful remodel since it was a different restaurant. The unsung hero, the main event, the hidden menu sandwich, which has been on the menu for a long time, is the Reuben. It is fantastic! I know what you are saying, "really a Reuben here???" Yeah that's exactly what I said. This is the most tender corned beef that you will have including all the delis in the area. Yeah I said that and you need to come to "The Phoenix" and try it! read more

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This is a really cool spot with lots of charm. You have lots of free parking. There's a bar area downstairs. Service was really good! I sat at the bar since I was solo. I had the fish and chips $19. It was a very huge serving, perfectly fried, crispy on the outside, and light and flaky on the inside. The french fries were seasoned very well, and I love that the server recommended some additional dipping sauces, which paired perfectly with the french fries. It was so good that I cleaned my plate. I also had the Port City Optimal Draft beer $7.50. It paired perfectly with the fish and chips. If you love dessert, you must try the smores cheesecake $8. SO GOOD!! That was the best cheesecake I've had in a long time. It was rich creamy and just a perfect treat for late evening. Overall, I would recommend this as a place to dine. read more

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The Phoenix restaurant in historic Ellicott city is located on Main Street. On this particular weekday lunch, business was brisk and other patrons looked like they were enjoying their meals. My dining companion wanted to try the Italian beef sandwich. We requested it be split into two plates. What we did not expect was a double order of Housemade chips to go along with it. The portion size was excellent and certainly enough for two people. I ordered a cup of crab soup, which tasted like perfection. The soup was tomato based and had nice chunks of crab on top and was served with saltine crackers. Service was swift and they checked back with us. This is a great lunch option in Historic Ellicott City. read more

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A Nostalgic Return to The Phoenix It had been a while since I visited The Phoenix, especially after their big move from the bottom of the street to Upper Main. I used to frequent the original spot for trivia nights and happy hour specials, so nostalgia brought me back to check out the new location. The atmosphere is fantastic--if anything, it's even better than before. The larger space offers more comfortable seating and expanded bar seating, creating an inviting and lively vibe. While a few nostalgic touches are missing--like the legendary beer card challenge and some happy hour staples like the tuna wrap and shrimp plate--the essence of The Phoenix is still very much alive. The beer selection remains impressive, with an extensive list on tap and an equally notable variety of cans and bottles that honor their roots. My Roasted Toasted Crab Dip Sandwich was a delicious nod to Maryland flavors and a satisfying reminder of what makes this place special. All in all, The Phoenix delivered a great experience, blending the best of its past with exciting new updates. I'll definitely be back--and more often this time. read more

Phoenix Upper Main - Roasted Toasted Crab Dip Sandwich - Fish & Chips Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

Gluten Free be cautious. Through the menu says GF, many items are in fact NOT GF as the frier is shared with breaded items.

Do customers like soggy sandwiches? Just wondering. Because we dropped by earlier today and ordered a Reuben and 'The Bear'. Eventually received what we ordered and noticed the bottom parts wet, soggy. As in soaked. Could've drank the bread, and if that sounds gross...it is. I've had Reubens before, some of that is to be expected. But the same thing happened with 'the Bear'. Is it that difficult to make sandwiches which aren't soaking? I've been to other places where you can actually pick up sandwiches without the bread on the bottom dissolving in their hands. I know this is possible. Here, I wound up eating the Reuben with a fork. Suggestion: Whatever's being done, stop. At least put napkins underneath them so it'll be easier to pick up, maybe sop up the excess. I can't imagine people not noticing this unless they're drunk or something. Outside of this, the place was fine. Limited menu, no complaints there. The fries are awesome. A bit too much ice in the Cokes, but otherwise OK. Plenty of space, people can dine outside as well as indoors. Probably a great place to down some shots. read more

Their cheese burger is pretty good, too overpriced for the quality in my opinion. I also got their crab dip (took it home to see if I would like it better later), it was not good at all, very obviously microwave-thawed crab, extremely fishy taste. Worst crab dip I ever had. read more

Phoenix Upper Main - Crab dip - Fish & Chips Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

Food was excellent, service was efficient. The pumpkin cider was delicious. Will definitely be back. There is a basement, first level and upper level. We were on the upper level and it was nice. Date night was a success. read more

We've been here several times, and have tried several dishes. Coming from the Midwest & their fish fries, and specifically Chicago & their Italian Beef sandwiches... Phoenix's fish fry & Italian Beef sandwich are legit!! Our only "I wish" is that the Italian Beef's aus jus please cut back on the salt! Their fries are crisp & hot, and their soups and salads are also good. I always get their flights of craft beers on tap, while my wife gets no-booze cocktails, which have almost always been delicious! Note that for parking, recommend parking behind the restaurants across the street in the free parking lots. These lots do get full on weekends, so you may need to go to the next free lots another block down. read more

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My niece brought me here for a birthday lunch, and I really enjoyed it. Seating is in a small room right next to the bar, and though it was getting busy, we were sat right away and had menus brought to us. I had scoped out the menu online, and was surprised to find what I was there for - crab cakes - wasn't actually on the menu. Fortunately, it was a special of the day, so both my niece and I decided on that. I love that they have other options than just french fries for a side dish - I went with a side salad. We started with the Bavarian Pretzels, which came as an order of three, with homemade beer cheese and house made horseradish mustard. These pretzels were delicious! And clearly very popular, because we noticed them on every table around us. Nothing like a fresh hot pretzel. The crabcake came out shortly afterwards, and this also was excellent. Chock full of crabmeat and not filler. The side salad was just okay - I'm not a fan of arugala, so I didn't end up eating it. All in all, a wonderful lunch with a friendly efficient server and delicious food. read more

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They do trivia here on some weeknights and it is so fun! There are a lot of regulars so it can be tough to do well in trivia but nevertheless it is a good time. They have a great drink selection and the food was very delicious. We have always had good service here. read more

At this bar on Main Street, the evening unfolded with the slow inevitability of hunger meeting its temporary end. A burger, heavy with bacon and blue cheese crumbles, sat beside chips that served as both companion and afterthought--crispy, ephemeral reminders of mortality. The Nepenthe Space Jellyfish IPA glowed like a small captured sun in its glass, hazy and indifferent, a liquid galaxy contained by fragile transparency. Later, a Hendrick's martini arrived, garnished with cucumber slices that floated like pale moons in a clear sky, a drink both austere and quietly decadent. Service was attentive, almost conspiratorial, with Allie guiding each order as though the rituals of pouring and placing were tiny acts of salvation. Around, the room hummed with warm light, laughter, and the faint suspicion that time was passing quicker than the drinks could be finished. In such moments, one remembers that joy is brief, but so is despair, and both dissolve equally into the last sip. It is a rare gift when food, drink, and care align into something that feels, if not eternal, then at least enough for the night. read more

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I stopped by Phoenix Upper Main for a quick lunch before my haircut appointment. I sat at the bar, and ordered a beer and some fish & chips. Fish was really good. Thin, crispy crust covering perfectly cooked piece of fish. Beer was great. Service was excellent. The bar area is a really nice space. The upstairs area is really nice too. Buy why do you start the tip suggestions at 20%??? I've always been a good tipper, but this tipping culture needs to change. read more

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Visited Phoenix Upper Main for the first time earlier this week, and it did not disappoint! This restaurant has 3 floors: top, middle and basement. We were seated on the top floor, which was great for a nice dinner with friends. Our server was very friendly, attentive and helped give us some recommendations! I had Black Raspberry Bramble to drink which very good. The table started off with Bavarian Pretzels, Jalapeño Mozzarella Sticks and a Cream of Crab soup. Everything was out quick and tasted delicious, but my favorite was the Jalapeño Mozzarella Sticks which came with ranch and marinara for dipping. For entrees, our table ordered the Mac & Cheese, Mussels and Fish & Chips. Again, everything was great here as well! Fish and fries crispy, macaroni was creamy and the mussels had a flavorful sauce. Only complaint is that I wish the fries for the mussels were separate just because some of them got very soggy in the sauce. We finished off the night with the Oreo Pie and the Peanut Butter Bomb, both tasty and a sweet way to end the night. Looks like we found another Howard County favorite to add to our restaurant rotation! Can't wait to be back! read more

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A nice little date spot if you're looking for a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Three floors but we stayed on the main level due to an event. The cocktail menu was decent- I stuck with blackberry brambles! My boyfriend got a beer made in house ! We didn't try the food but perhaps next time. Lots of free parking in lots around the establishment. Thanks! read more

I'm not gonna lie, I came here after a recent binge of Gordon Ramsay's 24-Hours to Hell and Back. I really hope that the show comes back and that you shouldn't have to watch this episode as it could trigger some PTSD. The last episode covers this place a basically the whole town, they preface the show with an announcement that it was taped prior to Covid taking over the world and effectively shutting it down. Walking in I was expecting some stellar service because of how the episode played out. This place looks amazing and upheld the look portrayed on the show. The staff were welcoming and I was greeted as soon as I walked in. I was ushered upstairs for a seat and let to my own devices while I looked over the menu. I was then greeted by my server shortly after and placed a drink order. By the time my server returned with my drink, I was ready to place my order. I was, in my mind, going to get a burger. But after peering the menu quickly, I switched my mind. I saw they had Fish and Chips, but not just any fish and chips, but Gordon Ramsay's Fish and Chips. Every time I see fish and chips on the menu, I always go for it. I was impressed with my server. I noticed that she didn't have a pen and paper to take orders, and it wasn't just with me, my order was simple, but the other tables around me she did the same. And she never missed a thing. My food arrived and I made quick work of the perfectly presented plate. This piece of fish was huge and the batter was some of the best that I ever had. Crunchy batter combined with flaky fish, add some of that tartar sauce and you have a masterful combination to hit your palate. In-house, fresh cut chips are the perfect pair for this dish. I left here happily full and it was the perfect cap for my time spent in the downtown area of Ellicot City. read more

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Today was an opportunity to revisit historic Main Street Ellicott City to catch up with a family relative. One of our reliable go to choices is Phoenix Upper Main. The menu is uncomplicated but covers enough variety to easily find something you may want to eat. You are greeted immediately upon entering and the staff is very friendly. The server came almost immediately to my table and once I explained I was still waiting for my company I was offered a beverage choice then left politely alone until she arrived. I usually love their Fish and Chips that has the light and crispy batter wrapped around their fresh cod but we were both easily enticed to try the daily special of a crab cake sandwich. This was a 6oz full lump crab mixture that was broiled not fried. We would have preferred the crab to have been broiled a bit longer for those slight edges of more crispy bits of flavor but all in all it did not disappoint and we both completely finished our sandwich. The usual side of French fries could be exchanged with their braised fermented cabbage slaw, small house salad or some other choices I could not remember. Unfortunately, we wanted to dig into our sandwiches as soon as it came so I did not get a quick pic of the crab cake before I closed the sandwich. It was delicious! We also shared a Dark Chocolate Velvet Cheesecake which was not overly sweet and was a nice ending to an enjoyable meal. I will be coming back. read more

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-Burger was good -Fries were soggy -Cream of crab was too heavy and starchy- could not taste the crab- soup was not good -chesapeake wings were too salty-could not eat them- not good -cocktail glass was 1/2 ice and watered down-rip off - below average dessert options -ambiance-too noisy to enjoy a meal- recommend take out if you want a decent burger and want to enjoy your food read more

So overall, good experience. The service was top notch (prompt and very friendly). The margaritas were super tasty. The menu is very limited, however each thing we had was delicious with the exception of the kids pasta where the sauce was very bland. My burger, which I ordered medium rare was cooked to perfection and my wife's crab quiche was fantastic. We will definitely return. read more

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Good bar. Fun to be back after a while. It was a warm day finally so decided to go for a walk and stop in.

Always my go to when I'm shopping on Main Street. One of the top spots in Historic Ellicott City. Very comfortable and welcoming space (I prefer upstairs) although the chairs could be a little better. Food is very good and consistently so. Excellent beer selection and great drinks. The best part is the outstanding staff who are so nice and do a great job all around. read more

The food and service was excellent! We had the fish and chips, steak and cheese, mussels, and lots of other dishes. It's like bar/pub food but it has a twist in the flavors and it was delicious! Definitely would come back again! read more

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Following a concert weekend in Baltimore, I had some time to kill before dropping off a friend at DCA. We wanted a light lunch, and at 1:30 PM, the place has quite a bit of business. Looks like the local hangout and has an upper floor open at night. My friend is from out of state and from a landlocked state, so she wanted seafood. She got the cream of crab soup bowl. There was lump crab on top of her soup and I am taking off one star because apparently there were some shell or inside cartilage attached to the pump crab. Not knowing how to eat it, she just stirred it and complained about "something chewy and pointy" in her soup. I got the Phoenix chili, zero complaints there. The chili smelled and tasted incredible with the accompanying chips. Reasonable prices for 2024. Service was nice and attentive. read more

Very cute restaurant in the heart of historic Elliott city. Has parking lot right behind and also offers outdoor sitting. It's clean and friendly staff is there for all your requests. Great customer service. 2 TVS for current sports events. Here is why only three stars In my opinion the food was just not that good at all. We ordered wedge salad with salmon. Bacon and burger. I asked Hir raspberry vinaigrette dressing It was so tasteless. I asked for vinegar. Which added a little zest to it Y was fresh. But a bit overbooked. Lots of seeds and little grape tomatoes lacked flavor Burger was overdone. Great generous portion But even fries were super hard. And overcooked. Bacon super dry. Honey mustard dressing was amazing Atmosphere nice quiet vibe. With music playing So. It's a nice place May be kitchen had an off day I ll try it again I saw people having nachos and plates looked amazing. I ll try again read more

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Upon hearing this place from Gordon Ramsay's 24 hours to Hell Back, I came on a Friday late evening, and got the fish and chips and a house salad with raspberry vinaigrette. Like the taste of the dressing that stood out from the salad. I tasted the fish and chips from Gordon Ramsay's recipe, even when the dish looks good; it was ok. I do, however, enjoyed the amount of french fries. The female bartender did an amazing job juggling around the bar with the amount of customers present that night. I loved how the building was decorated doing this holiday season. I suggest, though if going to that place, to try a different dish. read more

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I enjoyed that they were open until 12 .... The server was very attentive to us and our food came out fast. It wasn't crowded at all but good know this is here. And my quesadillas were delicious. read more

In the area with a friend and we made this our last stop. Got here before 9PM on a Wednesday. The main Parking Lot D is diagonally across the street, which is free. Place was beautiful. We only sat at the bar but it looked clean. The bartendar was SUPER nice! There is an upstairs, that also looks to have TV's and a brewery you can see. I only had a non-alchol beer so I can't rate anything with the food or mixed drinks. I would love to visit during the summer! read more

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Food is delicious and affordable. We ordered takeout for 5 people and all orders were correct.

Absolutely Wonderful! Immediately walked in and was greeted with such care and consideration. Called in earlier to place an order ahead of time just to make sure the food was secured before the kitchen closed. Shortly after we arrived we were guided to our seats after asking if we could sit in and eat despite it being a mobile order, (Southwest Chicken Salad, Jerk Chicken Sandwich, Bowl of Maryland Crab Soup, Mussels, and Blackened Salmon Sandwich) The food was given to us in minutes!! Before I even get to the taste and quality.. let me say the food package is a prime example of hospitality! Every item that I ordered that hand meat was carefully placed in a tin foil to prevent the burger or salad from getting soggy. The food was so good and filling! The waiting staff was so sweet, open and willing to help anyway she could! I would definitely recommend if you are looking for a late night excursion! The environment has a comfortable and open vibe with a calm background noise and music. read more

This is one of Gordon Ramseys redo- In the door and we sat outside. We found the servers and staff to be very friendly and attentive. Nice small menu with nice choices. I had the Deviled Egg appetizer and The Braised Short Ribs for dinner. The Deviled Eggs topped with Bacon and pickled onions and Arugala, they were good but no biggie. The Ribs were plentyfull and tasty served with mushrooms, carrots and mashed Parsnips which just plain OMG good. Definitely reccomend you making the trip to eat here. read more

Phoenix Upper Main - Deviled Egg Appetizer w/ bacon, pickled onions and Arugala. - Fish & Chips Near Me - Ellicott City, Maryland

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Last time I've been here was during the pre-Gordon Ramsay era, and I'm glad that I came back. At first I was a little iffy going back as the menu had changed from the last time I've been there but one of my friends recommended it so we all decided to check it out. We went for lunch on a Tuesday so it was not surprising that it wasn't busy. You get the choice of either having a physical menu or scanning a QR code for your menu. The food took awhile to came out (around 20-30 minutes) and we spent that time swatting the flies that kept flying around the area. Although it didn't bother us, I thought it would be good to mention as some people may not like that. When the food came out, we were amazed by the portion to price ratio. You get a lot of food for the amount you pay for. The burger was cooked to my liking and tasted great and my friend said that the fish and chips were also amazing. If I want a burger anytime soon, I will definitely be at this spot. read more

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Came here with 2 friends after going to the Christmas fair/market, and while it was ok, I wouldn't say Phoenix Upper Main was anything to write home about. We got: - gruyere Mac and cheese with bacon, which was 9/10, creamy with a good amount of cheese and bacon, and the pasta itself was cooked just the right amount - pan roasted mussels, this was a crowd favorite, the lemon aioli was on point and the mussels were good but could have been a little bit more buttery..? the fries were fine, they were supposedly truffle fries but I couldn't really tell that they were, which is unfortunate because truffle fries are possibly my favorite food, 7/10 - jalapeño poppers... these could've been from the frozen section of whatever grocery store tickles your fancy, pretty bottom of the barrel jalapeño poppers in my opinion 2/10 - finally some beers, which were standard! Can't complain here! read more

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