New American Restaurants in Columbia, MD

“I have dined here several times with family and friends, including a former chef. We all have had excellent meals, and my chef friend informed me your lamb dish is a Michelin recipe and he said it's amazing. Thank you for your consistent excellence in food and service. Please continue to provide the Columbia area the highest quality and wonderful dining experiences. Cheers.“

“Absolutely amazing. A true fine dining 5* experience from the service to the food. Will return again and again.“

“We had the most delicious dinner this evening! Our server, Lorri, was very attentive and so personable. The food was simply outstanding! We had the calamari, fried cauliflower and whipped ricotta appetizer. All were so delicious and the presentation was lovely. For dinner, we sampled the burger, chicken Marsala, and Porchetta. Each was unique and so tasty. We finished with homemade raspberry sorbet and the somores dessert which were both very yummy. The cocktails were also very good! I can’t believe we didn’t find this “gem” earlier!!!! We can’t wait to come again!!!“

“Katie, our sever, was the best. Very personable and friendly, and very professional. She knew the menu well and made great recommendations.

Drinks were great, food was really good (crab dip was tasty - not the best ever, but really solid), and the place itself had a nice vibe. The service is what made it stand out, though!“

“Ordered the army breakfast. Eggs were over done, sausage was under cooked and the entire meal was cold. Could have had a better breakfast at a homeless shelter. First and last time.“

“I had dinner at Iron Bridge Wine Company in Columbia, Maryland, and it was truly a wonderful experience from start to finish. It's a beautiful little restaurant with a warm, inviting ambiance and a real commitment to farm-to-table dining. They have a fantastic selection of wines, and the food was absolutely spectacular. My date and I both had the fresh cod, and it was delicious—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. And the desserts were simply fabulous! Their homemade bread pudding and crème brûlée were both out of this world. They were the perfect way to end an already incredible meal. Between the exceptional food, wonderful wine selection, and charming atmosphere, Iron Bridge Wine Company is definitely a restaurant I would recommend. It's a perfect spot for a special dinner, a date night, or simply enjoying a fantastic meal in a beautiful setting. Definitely a 10 out of 10! I highly recommend Iron Bridge Wine Company for the food, wine, and ambiance.“

“I’ve heard so much about Medium Rare, so I finally had to give it a try and it absolutely lived up to the hype!

The atmosphere is super chill, the vibes are great, and the entire staff was fantastic. Our server was awesome, and the manager stopped by a few times to check on us, which was a really nice touch. He even hooked us up with some of their seriously tasty bread to take home!

The steak, fries, and salad were all amazing. We also tried the eggplant, which is their vegetarian option, and honestly, it was really good too.

Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back!“

“We recently celebrated my parents' 70th anniversary at Kings Contrivance Restaurant, and I can't express enough how wonderful the experience was. The entire evening was perfect, from the warm and inviting atmosphere to the impeccable service. Richard, in particular, was outstanding—he answered all of my questions and ensured that everything was just right for our family gathering. The food was outstanding—every dish was prepared with care and attention to detail, making our celebration even more special. My parents were thrilled to have the entire family together for this milestone event, and they couldn’t stop raving about how wonderful the restaurant was. If you're looking for a place to host a special occasion, I highly recommend Kings Contrivance Restaurant. It was the perfect setting for a memorable night that our family will cherish forever.“

“The Nordstrom Cafe has the absolute best service! The entire staff is always friendly, accommodating and the food is always fresh & taste amazing! I can’t say enough good things about this place. Always a great experience! 5/5 stars! ?“

“My family and I frequent this restaurant and we are always pleased with the food and the service is good as well. We went a couple of weeks ago as a family and had arrived right at 9 to the doors being locked. There were people inside and no signs on the door to say they were closing early. We thought it was odd and frustrating because the posted close time was 10 p.m. we will go back but this was extremely irritating and no one came out to say anything to us.“

“Overall this is a good place to have Happy Hour. I am super disappointed that the charcuterie board was taken off the menu. It was the best! Bring it back please!“

“We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Walrus as usual. Their shucking raw bar is the best. Seafood is always fresh and delicious. Their staff are friendly, welcoming and accommodating. Aaron was no exception. We went for Chesapeake Oyster week and half price on raw bar Tuesday so we enjoyed a great meal at a fantastic price. Highly recommend, going back real soon.“

“It’s a chill place to be at this time a day the food is great anyone and everyone come to Ale House“

“We were here for the M3 after party on Friday night and the staff were all friendly and amazing. We had the sound rocking, the place was packed and the service was still fast. Great Venue with in minutes of Merry Weather Post Pavilion We look forward to working with you again for future events.“

“Food and Atmosphere were great. Saw one of these in College Town that was popular, so we decided to try this one, being in the area. The three of us enjoyed the staff and food, which is tasty, modern and plentiful. Interesting collection of books that cover all sorts of topics. Will definitely return when in the area.“

“I was invited here for birthday party in the customer service was absolutely excellent. They were very attentive and kind. We had a party of about 20 people and we wanted for absolutely nothing. This was my first time here and I would love to come again. Our servers were manager, Ivan, and host Kelly and Taylor. They were an awesome team! Thank you all!“

“Smoked Salmon was delicious. We dipped the bread in the Musssels. Pork and Steak cooked perfectly.“