The Perfect Blend Cafe

One of my favorite places to eat! Excellent staff, who care about customer service. All beach,…read moreocean, and surf lover, this is the place for a tasty bite. My favorite sandwiches include the Crabby chicken, Cubano and Cheesesteak. Ps. All the sandwiches are also customizable

I got the steak and cheese and hush puppies. They were both good I would have probably given this…read moreplace 4 stars, but there was a piece of plastic in my sandwich that I pulled out and that was honestly really gross. The inside has a lot of seating for larger groups and it has sort of a deli shop vibe to it. I don't think I'll be back because of the surprise in my sandwich but if it hadn't been there I would try this place again and see how the bahn mi is.

Lots of choices!

Cowabunga

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Cubano and fried green tomatoes

Aka Friscos

4.3(750 reviews)

3.4 mi

My family has been going therefor lose 20 years. We love most everything and we use exploded…read morepotatoes for holidays. Just one problem, there's no birthday perks!! You're very old and loyal. Customers should get a few birthday perks.

This is a cute sandwich place that does a lot of variety of items! Coming in the first time, it's a…read morelittle confusing, but you order at the main stand in the middle and then head off to the side to pay and wait for your order! Open seating/first come/first serve! They were very friendly and helpful to help orient us as our first time. The place is causal dining with surf/beach themes and fun causal place to hangout! Good amount of seating. The food, I had gotten their steak sandwich, hesitant not sure if the meat would be tender or the portion would've been worth while, however, it exceeded my expectations! The meat was tender and easy to just bite through and eat! Good flavor and something I'd totally go back for! 4/5! The wings were decent, flavor was good, but too wet for my personal preference, and I prefer a bit more of a crunch with my wings not really a grilled taste but decent, prob wouldn't order again. 3/5

A.K.A. Friscos Order Counter

Lombard Sandwich

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A.K.A. Friscos Front

Backslash Burger

4.5(86 reviews)

0.5 mi

I saw this burger spot on my feed over a year ago!! I took note of it because they have some…read moredifferent kind of burgers there. Well...today was the day I finally pulled up!! LET'S GO!! (Pardon the pics, it's difficult to take nice pics of Smash Burgers). . Where I am: @backslashburger . Location Reviewed: 526 N Market St., Fredrick M.D. inside of @oldemotherbrewing . Items Reviewed: STAMP!! Their Peter Piper Burger ($13.21 for 2 smash beef patties with roasted poblano cream cheese, hot pickled cherry peppers, & bourbon molasses in a potato roll). Crisp edges on these burgers, nice & meaty, juicy on the inside, sweet, smoky, & cheesy!! STAMP!! Their Backslash Burger ($13.21 for 2 onion infused, mustard seared smash patties with house made pickles, & Backslash sauce). Believe it or not, this burger wasn't too oniony!! The Backslash sauce is tangy, & creamy, & the burgers were tasty!! DELICIOUS. Their She's My Cherry Burger ($13.21 for 2 smashed beef patties, herb goat cheese, & a sour cherry jam). This was different, sweet, but savory, & you HAVE to like goat cheese with this one!! NAH! There I Can't Feel My Face Burger ($13.21 for 2 smashed beef patties, ghost pepper sauce, & candied jalapenos). Now for ME...one bite, & my face literally felt like it was ON FIRE!! But if you like that kind of heat then STAMP this burger...it's made for YOU! STAMP!! Their Old Bay Fries ($4.72 with Backslash sauce, & house made ranch). Their Ranch sauce is house made (STAMP...they are now selling bottles of it), & the fries stayed crispy!! STAMP!! Their Beer Battered Onion Rings (house cut, & battered $5.66). Nicely battered, crispy, & tasty!! STAMP!! Their Sweet Potato Fries ($5.66 dusted in cinnamon sugar with blueberry ketchup). The blueberry ketchup stole the show here!! Finally...SWEET, sweet potato fries!! . Customer Service: On Point!! . Parking: Decent. . Recommendations: Get the burger that suits YOU!! . Accessibility: It's wheelchair friendly (depending upon where you are), & it's differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

I CANT FEEL MY FACE! This burger is extremely hot! I have…read moreeaten 1.5 SHU wings and have yet to find something spicy to match it. This burger goes above and beyond! Hitting at 2.5-3.0 SHU! It is HOT Such a great burger! Must give this a try. Girlfriend got food and her burger was GREAT!

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Old Bay Fries

The Garage

4.4(128 reviews)

1.6 mi

This was our second visit to The Garage and we really enjoy it. They are a small space, but have a…read moreton to offer. We enjoy sitting at the bar, but they have tables and seating both inside and outside. They're wings and steak and cheese were really good. The wings were crispy and full of flavor. The steak and cheese was perfect for sharing with the wings and is a perfect combination with beer. I saw a lot of people ordering pizza, and it looked delicious. We'll have to go back and try. The Garage has a ton of drink options and caters to just about everyone. Everyone working there is very pleasant and efficient. Great spot to check out if your in Frederick.

This is in an industrial type area near the Frederick airport in what looks like an old shop hence…read morethe business name. Kinda hard to find at first so look for the dog groomers. The people were friendly and the food options were simple but good. Their biggest flaw is it is tight and limited seating inside but was a very friendly welcoming atmosphere for families. Lots of families here when I brought my daughter here. They have some board games you can play while you wait. I liked my pizza and switching the falafel out of the gyro sandwich for a piece of chicken was a solid move (I recommend you add that as an option ownership). I like it. Solid 4 stars.

Bbq pizza

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Beers

Frederick Soups and Comfort Foods

4.8(36 reviews)

0.3 mi

We have been here three times now since my last review and each time, the soup changes. We have…read moreloved every option we have tried, but they tend to run out of their most popular in like the first 30 mins of the day. We love this place. It's not filled with bells and whistles and the most modern decor. They don't need that. What attracts a lot of people to this place is the delicious food and the great service. I cannot stress that enough. The soups are phenomenal here and they are filled with stuff inside. You're not going to get that watery type soup. You're getting that chunky chunky chunky soup that makes you wonder why you're so full all of a sudden. The people work hard here and they are running around. They make sure you're doing alright. This is a true "mom and pop" type of shop that is worth it - multiple visits. I can see this place getting more popular than the space can handle. Perhaps they will expand elsewhere, but they deserve that success.

Wow what a gem. Felt like I was being hosted by a couple of awesome people at thier house. Chicken…read moresalad ranch tortilla wrap was huge and amazing. The melon and cucumber gazpacho was perfect consistency and temperature for a hot day.. afterward went to the amazingly set up and curated antiques shop. This place is a must try.

Several nice tables inside as well as out

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Delicious!

Pumpernickel + Rye

4.3(204 reviews)

6.8 mi

We stopped here just off the road on the way back from Catoctin Mountain - only a 4 minute detour…read more We scoured the map for a place with breakfast bagel sandwiches and Pumpernickel & Rye delivered. I had an avocado pesto bagel sandwich, and it was excellent. Iced latte was good too! We had a dog with us so we really appreciated the outdoor seating with umbrella! There were tables inside as well.

This place never misses. The interior is absolutely adorable, with a cozy atmosphere that makes it…read morea great spot to relax and enjoy a meal. The staff is always incredibly friendly and welcoming, which keeps me coming back. My go-to order is the Sticky Icky bagel breakfast sandwich. It's such a unique combination of flavors and unlike anything I've had elsewhere. Every ingredient works perfectly together, and it's packed with flavor without feeling overly heavy. Highly recommend!

Inside of restaurant

Egg, Provolone Cheese, Turkey Sausage Sandwich - November 2024

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S'mores hot chocolate

South Market Sandwich

4.5(118 reviews)

0.2 mi

The shop is small but very cute and welcoming. What stood out to me the most is that some of the…read morestaff can sign, which made communication easy and comfortable, especially with it being close to Maryland School for the Deaf. The sandwiches are fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you want from a local sandwich shop. Great food, friendly staff, and a welcoming vibe.

South Market makes good hoagies. The bread and ingredients are very good quality. We shared an…read moreItalian sandwich. We ordered it with mayonaise, vinegar, and spices. We don't think our order was understood because it was missing flavor but that may have been our fault. We are inhouse at one of the half dozen tables in the dining room.

Dining room.

The KR Sandwich

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Dining room.

Juliet's Italian Market & Café

4.4(117 reviews)

0.1 mi

Juliet's Italian Market & Cafe is a little slice of Bologna right in downtown Frederick. The moment…read morewe stepped inside, it felt like walking into a neighborhood alimentari in Italy--cozy, welcoming, and filled with the aroma of good things being made with care. There are a few tables out front, but we were lucky enough to snag the single two‑seat table inside, which added to the charm. We shared the muffuletta, served on a soft hoagie roll and layered with Juliet's homemade tapenade. It was excellent--bright, briny, and beautifully balanced. You can tell everything here is crafted with intention. A wonderful stop for anyone who loves authentic Italian flavors and a genuinely inviting atmosphere. I'm already looking forward to going back.

This café opened in 2007 and is a longstanding member of the community of downtown Frederick…read more They are known for selling imported Italian and European groceries such as gourmet pastas, desserts, and frozen dinners such as lasagnas and quiche. They also have imported deli meats, cheeses, olives, and sausages. They are even known for their homemade Mozzarella cheese. We entered and felt that the area was quite small. I don't believe 6 adults could stand inside comfortably for long. It was quite cluttered too. We placed our order and opted to wait outside. We were told that it would take 15-20 minutes to receive our order of two paninis. We ordered the Italian (prosciutto, sopressata, homemade mozzarella cheese, and sliced garden tomatoes, homemade basil pesto) & the Sicilian (spicy capocolla ham, homemade mozzarella cheese, sliced garden tomatoes, and red onions, homemade basil pesto). The sandwiches were quite tasty. I especially loved the delicious bread. The meats seemed fresh and the pesto was tasty! The sandwiches got the spot! Our paninis were approximately $12 a piece. I highly recommend calling your order in for pick-up. There's one small table with two chairs... It's not a dine-in restaurant. Parking an be tricky, but there is a designated parking space outside the building.

Deli

French but on a sub roll

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Outside the cafe

Beef N Buns N Paradise

4.4(306 reviews)

1.3 mi

I stopped by Beef 'n Buns 'n Paradise today for a late lunch when I was passing through Frederick…read more It's a charming old-school, retro burger shop. You order inside at the counter and then they call your name on the loud speaker when it's ready for pickup at the drive thru or the counter (depending on whether you ordered it to go or not). I had a cheeseburger with tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, mustard, and mayo, and a side of fries. The burger was classic and totally delicious. The fries were very good, too. I ate my lunch at one of the picnic tables on the property, which was comfortable and fun (but they don't have bathrooms FYI). The service was friendly, and the place has tons of retro charm. I'd definitely go back for another meal - maybe a milkshake or other dessert with my burger next time? A fun, fast, casual meal. A charmer in Frederick, just off 70.

Made a pit stop on the way home from camping and it was worth the small detour!…read more This is not a sit down joint and fyi does not have a bathroom for the public to use. They do have a small parking lot and some benches around back but not ideal for colder weather. The menu is pretty extensive with many options of hot dogs, burgers and dessert. We got the Chicago dog, chili dog, patty melt and onion rings. The onion rings were the best! The breading did not fall off and stayed with each bite of the onion! Not to mention the crunch! The hot dog was also delicious! The way they dressed it was neat and you got a solid bite each time! The patty melt was juicy and the rye pairs so nicely!! The service was quick. It seemed like our small group of 6 may have overwhelmed them slightly with the amount of food we ordered but nonetheless did not take too long !

Slaw Dog with fries on top

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The Orchard

4.2(436 reviews)

0.1 mi

I returned to this restaurant because I really like what the chef does with Asian flavors. The…read moreatmosphere is plain yet the service is friendly and fast. I had the Indonesian Stir-Fry with added grilled chicken. The sauce was peanut-based, with lime. I chose a bed of Soba (buckwheat) noodles. I enjoyed the umami flavor of the sauce with the tangy and full flavor profile that makes the dish a joy to eat. I plan to return to The Orchard on my next trip to Frederick.

I wanted to enjoy my experience at The Orchard, and overall the salad was good. I initially asked…read morefor kombucha, but I was told they were completely out. Thankfully, my server did allow me to substitute the sesame chicken into my Cobb salad, and that was actually a great addition. The frustrating part was that after we had already finished our meals and were ready to leave, my server came back and told me she had been mistaken and that they did, in fact, have kombucha available. At that point it was too late, and unfortunately there wasn't any offer made to make up for the inconvenience. Another disappointment was learning that The Orchard does not offer any type of military appreciation or support. In a community with many veterans and military families, that was something I noticed and found disappointing. Many other local businesses make an effort to show appreciation, and that kind of support goes a long way for those who have served and for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The food was good, but with so many other options in Frederick that offer great food while also making customers and the community feel valued, I don't think I'll be returning. A business's connection to its community matters, and supporting those who have served is something I personally look for when deciding where to spend my money.

Please visit us and try one of our delectable stir-fry bowls!

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Kombucha

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Julie N.

118

11 years ago

The Perfect Blend is my go to place for coffee and sandwiches. They also have gluten free options too. The gluten free Apple cake is amazing and their staff is pretty sweet too! I would definitely recommed this place. You will become a regular. :-) read more

Kyra R.

1 year ago

I definitely recommend this place! Everything is super fresh and has a lot of flavor. The service was quick and the employees were kind and patient. The inside was welcoming and you had lots to look at while you waited for your food. read more

Alex F.

5 years ago

Food is great! Coffee is good. Our orders came out quick and accurate. 10/10 would come again.

Shannon M.

9 years ago

Not the greatest atmosphere but good coffee and very good wraps and sandwiches for breakfast.

Stephen T.

142

359

228

6 years ago

Wonderful food. The nicest people work here. You should come here when you get a chance.

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