50 Best American Restaurants in Frederick

“Food is very good. Ask for Barry, when you dine in. He is an excellent server, with a wonderful “tableside manner” and a great sense of humor!!!“

“This is one of my favorite restaurants“

“one of our favorites and has been since opening. Great cocktails, apps, meals and desserts. we like eating at the bar or dining room. glad to have them in our community.“

“We got Frederick Soups and Comfort Foods for the first time today and we're both blown away by how delicious everything was. We both got a soup (Potato Leek/Sausage Mushroom White Bean) and a sandwich (Italian Stallion/Cucumber Cream Cheese) and all of it was fantastic. I am an avid soup lover and since moving to Frederick have been trying to find a good soup spot, and I've definitely found it. My only regret is taking our food to-go, because the inside is so fun and cozy and I wish I got more time to admire it!!“

“Amazing food and drinks! Great service especially from our server Frankie! Fabulous in every way“

“Can not thank Cherie and her staff for a wonderful private service honoring our Mother. Quick reply for last minute booking worked out perfectly. The menu selection offered fresh items that catered to everyone’s dietary needs. Drinks were strong and delicious. Would recommend 1000% to anyone looking for a private space. Thank you again to all the ladies who made this event special 🩷“

“Great food, fast. Clean bathroom“

“Thank you for the multiple trays of delicious subs for our party!! They were a big hit!“

“Drinks were awesome. service was great.“

“Food is always delicious and Fresh“

“Great food. Atmosphere was a busy time frame midday mid week. Thus the long wait for food. But long wait for drinks ??? Food was great, service was great. Staff was kind. Very nice. Ambiance was good. Just need help with bar and delivering.“

“Great find! Outdoor accommodation for our dog. Friendly staff! Thanks Val! Delicious steak n cheese and hot chicken sandwich! Beer is cold and hit the spot from hours of hiking. We will be back with friends soon!“

“Came in Sunday afternoon. It was pretty busy. Someone that works there let us know they would be right with us. We were sat. Lisa was our server. Everything was great! Food was good and came out in timely manner. Will definitely return.“

“had dinner last night for the first time. oh my why did we wit so long to visit. food was outstanding we will be back for sure. food and service were awesome!!“

“This is our second visit. We tried different entres on the menu this visit. All have been excellent. There is nothing boring on the menu. Everything is full of tasty surprises. The mango in the salad to radishes with the roasted potatoes. A wonderful way to support students while they hone their skills in this setting. No wonder reservations are hard to come by.“

“Ever since Market on Market closed, I’ve been looking around Frederick for a really good sandwich (other than AKA Friscos). This place was really yummy and definitely worth a visit to. I had the turkey panini and it was made perfectly! Their coffee is also very good. We will definitely be back!“

“I moved back to the DC area a few months ago and this restaurant had the best tasting food I've experienced thus far. Everything we had was amazing!!! We tried the deviled eggs, scallops with basil icecream (oh my goodness this was tasty!!!), beats, burger, rainbow trout, salmon bites and the chocolate cake was heavenly! Our waitress was awesome and it was a beautiful day so we enjoyed the outdoor seating. 10 out of 10 recommend! I can't wait to go back for brunch. Highly recommend sharing plates because everything is wonderful!“

“My favorite steak house for over 40 years! The food is always really good, along with service.“

“This is our second visit. We tried different entres on the menu this visit. All have been excellent. There is nothing boring on the menu. Everything is full of tasty surprises. The mango in the salad to radishes with the roasted potatoes. A wonderful way to support students while they hone their skills in this setting. No wonder reservations are hard to come by.“

“My wife and I had dinner here in celebration of our 51st wedding anniversary. Our dinner was excellent as well as Nadine's drink recommendation which was a hit. Nadine provided great service and was very welcoming. We enjoyed her great conversation and attentiveness. She made our anniversary even more special. We will definitely be returning soon.“

“Great food, great service and a wide choice of sauces. The old bay and honey fries are awesome. My personal favorite is the chicken sandwich. My wife loves the wings. I’ll never go anywhere else for my fried chicken.“

“I go with my family almost every Sunday... Good adult athmosphere ... No kids playing around. You can practice your pool skills or play with friends in a peaceful environment.

Vegetarian options: Some vegeterian options available but have in mind that it is a bar with pool tables... so, if you are looking for a place to plaay pool where you can grab some beers and burguers...this is your place to go!“

“We found this place while visiting in the area and looking for something nice. Our server was very knowledgeable and friendly. The food was nothing short of amazing.“

“very good chicken n customer service was great“

“We had another amazing birthday visit for our own Maxwell! We came for his first birthday and now we celebrated the big 4! 🎊🥳🎉♏️ The service was great, food was fresh and delicious and love all the shops nearby. Everyone had something different and loved it. Thanks Maxwell’s Kitchen again for another fun birthday lunch!“

“Excellent food and service“

“First time visiting this little gem yesterday early evening, and it reminded me of the bar i work at. The energy you give is the energy you receive. The 2 bartenders were welcoming and made us feel right at home. Looking forward to coming back again for food.“

“everything was great and help was nice and food was awesome“

“Long post ahead, warning! I walked in around 9 pm and the hostess didn't bat an eye at my dining alone, and didn't say anything about it, which I appreciate. I was seated right away with no problems and immediately got a chance to look over the menu. I will admit, it took a little bit longer than expected for my waiter to come over, but as a lone diner I sort of expected that. I looked like I was waiting for someone, I'm sure. The look and feel of the place was very upscale, but they didn't have any problems with me walking in wearing a nerdy t-shirt. I was seated in this cute little booth for 2 with curtains on the side so, if I wanted a more private dinner, I could have it. It was a cute touch! The restaurant also offered patio dining and since it's by the creek, that would have been a downright charming experience were it not the usual Maryland summer. Despite having a bar, the restaurant was respectably quiet and low-key, making it an easy dining experience. I wasn't in the mood for something wild, and this place really hit the nail on the head. My first waiter Kevin, however, was the picture of polite helpfulness. He answered all of my questions, made some wonderful suggestions, and was incredibly pleasant to talk to. I was delighted to find out that this place takes part in DC restaurant week, so I was able to take part in that promotion. Under a suggestion from Kevin, I ordered a glass of their moscato (I wanted something light and sweet), and the wine was so good I brought home a whole bottle. Not really on them, but it does reflect their excellent selection. Dinner itself was delicious. The red pepper soup was refreshing and flavorful, without being too filling. The steak I ordered was cooked to perfection and was flavored in the perfect way to make the actual flavor of the meat shine. The potatoes were both light and fluffy, but also had the little chunks of potato that I prefer in my mashed. The best part was desert. About halfway through my appetizer, Kevin introduced my other waiter, Maddy, who took over after he went home. She was as much of a delight as he was, and made possibly the best recommendation of the night. Desert was this blackberry tart that I did not have room for but could not put down. Gooey and crumbly all at once, with a warm center that was almost caramel-y even though it was fruit based. Topped with a light cream to balance it all out, it was absolutely delicious. I will be thinking of that tart all day tomorrow. The prices on the menu were a little high, but I wouldn't go so far to say they were unreasonable. If I had wanted a cheaper option, I could have gone to any chain restaurant ever. In the grand scheme of downtown Frederick, with it's many small businesses and one of a kind dining experiences, I think this was reasonable. For reference, a lot of meals were between $20 and $30, but a good steak is almost always $30+. Despite the price, I had an exceptional dining experience, and would 100% recommend this place to anyone looking for upscale dining, without the upscale requirements.“

“Outstanding food. Excellent service. Reasonable prices. Best crab cakes in Frederick. If you haven't been, you are missing out.“

“Cold in restaurant last night. We had to change tables to sit in room w/fire. Food was reliably OK, tasty; kitchen could cut down on the grease; however, shepherd's pie came minus sour cream topping or peas. Shop has the usual wide variety of items & sales to make everyone happy.“

“As four guests visiting for the first time, we all thought the food was great. Service was slow to order a beer and desert was almost cancelled because of time and the glazing did not arrive with one of the deserts and getting a side cup never arrived. The waitress was new and very helpful and will get better with experience. The only disappointment was their Military Discount? They only allow 10% for "active" Military making one feel that veterans just don't qualify? And the 10% you receive is only on the members main meal. So for a $60.61 meal the discount was $1.49? I give the discount I receive back to the wait staff and left a $15.00 tip.“

“Nothing pretentious about this place and the food is outstanding. We've had several dishes and all were excellent. There is also entertainment in checking out all of the flight memorabilia surrounding each room. You might even be able to check out the landings and takeoffs from your table. Well worth the trip.“

“Did an online pickup order on Valentine's Day. Process went smoothly. The order was ready when promised even on a very busy day for them. Gentleman who brought my order out to my car was very polite and friendly. The food was great, hot, well prepared, and a perfect Vday dinner for me and the wifey.“

“Food was ok. But for the price we paid for a family of 4 was rather pricey for Just a cheeseburger and lemonade. I get prices are up across the board but $83.00 for just 4 cheeseburgers and 4 large drinks? Sorry, won’t be returning.“

“My husband & I had lunch here today. He had cream of crab & said it was delicious . I had the sub club , best club sandwich ever. Meat was fresh & bread was warm. No more expensive than any where else.“

“Great crowd, drinks, and food!“

“So good. So glad we found this gem!“

“Love the food!“

“Thank you for the multiple trays of delicious subs for our party!! They were a big hit!“

“Place to go after you eat at Avery’s. Great DJ and dancing.“

“Our waiter John was awesome! We stopped in at 1am, that young man was jumping through hoops to make everyone’s experience great! The food was too notch! We will definitely stop here again!“

“Great, food, service! We will be returning in the future!“

“A private club, you can visit 3 times before you must become a member. Literally the most affordable place I have ever been. Went with a friend, expected the tab to be well over 100 dollars. It was 31... they have pool tables and they play sports on the TV.“

“What a great find. I was at the bar, it was a quiet night but from the food there was great, same thing for the restaurant has to be great too. Almost all plates are made on the property and so tasty. The desserts were great too. We'll be back when we are in the area in April.“

“The sushi and tempura here was excellent. I definitely will be a regular at this restaurant.“

“We grabbed a quick dinner inside, and we ordered an XL pizza and chicken quesadilla. We will def be back! The pizza was delicious and large enough to split for four people, and the quesadilla was jam-packed with delicious, juicy chicken. The service was friendly and took care of us while we were there as well!“

“I love this place! Highly recommended.“

“Magoos Tavern is the GOAT.“

“Great place to go in downtown Frederick. The atmosphere was great. No wait to be seated. Our server Brandi’s was fantastic and very attentive. Her recommendations for our food and beverages were perfect. Loved the crab dip. I highly recommend this place.“