13 Best American Restaurants in Ellicott City

“We had lunch here while visiting Elliott City. The food was absolutely delicious. My boyfriend had the Tavern burger, and it was "the best burger he's ever had". My daughter had the same, and she really liked her burger also. I had the smoked salmon wrap, and it was delicious. I highly recommend checking this place out. Aside from the food, the restaurant is beautiful and the vibe is very chilled. We will definitely be returning!“

“The food is always great, amazing how consistent they can be, and they mix it up with their specials. The wait staff is excellent and all the people that work there are top notch! The bar is very fun, lots of regulars, people are super friendly and always willing to move (left/right) to open seats for others when they are waiting (it’s a regular happening-tradition). The bar tenders are the absolute best...Mark, Sandy, and the entire team there... you will not be disappointed.“

“Exceptional experience! From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was inviting. The staff was knowledgeable and attentive, offering great recommendations. Every dish was a culinary delight, bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. The drinks menu was extensive, with creative cocktails and an impressive selection of beers. Can't wait to return!“

“Wonderful experience. We loved our waiter, Gabe. My husband and I made reservations for our anniversary. He told us congratulations and offered us each a complimentary glass of champagne right off the bat. We soon had warm bread brought to our table and then we ordered cocktails and two appetizers. All delicious. Baked brie was phenomenal. My husband had the filet mignon & I ordered a ribeye. Both were cooked to perfection. After we were nearly stuffed, Gabe offered us a complimentary dessert to share. Overall an amazing experience. Cozy atmosphere. Excellent service and the food came out quickly. Highly recommend this place. We will be back!“

“The Judge's Bench is a nice little dive bar that also has a "cocktail club" on the third floor. If you're looking for a little more upscale experience, or perhaps a more intimate experience, this is a nice place to try. It's a bit expensive and the service was a bit slow, but the ambiance was really great. Mood lighting all around, and at the right time some live music playing. Great for a date night or just a little treat with friends or family.“

“Absolutely adorable cafe with excellent customer service! Food and coffee was excellent. This is a hidden gem! We had the Easter special French Toast stuffed with carrot cake and it was heavenly! The crispy chicken picante and fries were perfect!“

“Love the dog friendly patio, definitely a go to place for our mini poodle and mini golden doodle - Marley and Mella. Food is good and service is always great. Stopped for Mother's Day brunch today - what a feast way too much food to eat or sample everything isn't that a great problem to have!!!!“

“Went back to the Trolley Stop for the first time in over ten years and had a good time and meal. Wife and I split a Caesar salad and French Onion Soup as course #1, the Caesar salad with blackened chicken was delicious, like really really great, the way they dressed it was just perfect and the chicken was not "too blackened" just right. The French onion soup was very good, tasty and cheesy but not too cheesy, just right. For our entrees, my wife and I split a mushroom, bacon, swiss burger and the French Dip. The French dip was probably the lowest point of the night, you had to pay extra to get it with cheese and fried onions (that put the sandwich up close to $20) and it just wasn't that great, not bad, but nothing special, just a big pile of roast beef that needed a dip in the au jus to taste good. The Swiss Bacon burger was delicious, cooked perfectly to medium (so many places overcook when you ask for medium, this had a perfect pink center), very tasty bacon, just very good. Our trip was probably 4.5 stars, we will come back!“

“We were in town for a soccer tournament and decided to eat here. Darlene made us her special spicy sauce which was delicious with onion rings and fries. My son got a oreo milkshake that was topped with an ice cream sandwich and cookies. Great diner and we will definitely come back!“

“Awesome interior, amazing and consistent service, and that’s not to mention the food. Best damn burger I’ve ever had in my life. Menu also lets you know what’s gluten free and vegan which is a nice quality of life feature. Highly recommend.“

“Excellent salads. “Baby Salads” were large and tasty before our entrées. I had the shrimp carbonara which was very nice with large shrimp. 2 others had the scallops special with risotto and loved it. Large portions which we all enjoyed as leftovers the next night. Heath Bar bread pudding with vanilla ice cream was a decadent ending. Service was good, but we were seated by the kitchen which was the only minor disappointment of the evening.“

“UNO Pizzeria & Grill in Ellicott City is now one of my favorite pizza spots! The menu offers a variety of options beyond just pizza, but the pies are definitely the highlight. The casual vibe of the restaurant makes it great for families or a relaxed meal with friends.“

“Best smoked turkey breast around! Been serving it for years. Vanilla rum cake is out of this world!!!Dietary restrictions: My son is super allergic to almost everything. But, he can eat Honey Baked Ham smoked turkey breast. So for 21 years, if he brings a dish to a potluck, he brings a smoked turkey breast from honey baked ham.“