50 Best American Restaurants near Crofton

“Excellent dining experience once again! Our first time there was about a month ago and when our waitress walked by she recognized us! Very impressive ?she said she's a school teacher and is used to memorizing so many names and faces. I forgot her name but she's a very nice person! We came in for our wedding anniversary last evening. Caroline I believe het name was took cgood care of us. She was very sweet, professional and attentive! The food was excellent. My husband had the salmon BLT which he enjoyed and I had the Bistro Steak Frites and it was perfect and delicious just as it was the last time! The gentleman who was assisting the staff ( either owner or mgr) very kindly came and replaced my dish with the correct one. Someone else had ordered it but to a different doneness. The entire staff was warm and friendly, from the servers to the mgr, owner, and hostesses. We will definitely be back and want to bring our friends whom we told about your restaurant. Keep up the great work, Ashling!“

“Great food, fantastic service! A hidden gem!“

“Hey if you want to play a nice layout while it's in the best condition it's been in, in quite some time, then tee it up at Walden Country Club. The course and greens are back to really, really great shape. Speed of play has been 4 hours a round any day of the week I played. Go see for yourself.“

“Great food. Very tasty!!“

“the girl karmen did great on to go! very friendly“

“We went to don chicos this weekend off of Riva rd and Truman parkway. It was quite good and had very flavorful offerings. The recipes were authentic carribean and Venezuelan and Cuban styles. This is probably going to be the best Cuban sandwich in all of Annapolis. Being as we have so many Mexican food places. Don chicos is a. Ice and unique option. The owners tools some time to talk with us nd share their story , which was very nice and friendly. We will be going back for sure and will try out more of their menu. I was also glad to hear that they don’t buy ingredients from Sysco, so the food is more fresh. Thank you. Let’s make sure these people can stay in business . !!“

“We enjoyed a perfect evening for my son's rehearsal dinner! Blackwall Barn and Lodge is a great place to hold any event! Danny and the staff were extremely attentive and friendly. The food was beyond amazing. I wouldn't hesitate recommending the restaurant/Lodge to anyone. Love the atmosphere.“

“Harvest Thyme Tavern is one of our most favorite restaurants in the DMV, yet a neighborhood gem. We probably eat here more than most go out to dinner in a month. I admire the family ownership and commitment to running the establishment on a daily basis. The food is sourced from our local farmers and that’s just another reason we love this place. The quality ingredients make all the difference in the food and the cocktails. Burgers, fish, salads, pasta and pizza no one else comes close to. Everything here tastes amazing. Pam has desserts to die for, always a select menu and then she has daily offerings that will have you questioning which one to go for. Have no doubt you will love everything! Hands down the best Spicy Cadillac Margarita and that alone speaks volumes. The atmosphere is warm and cozy. The staff is always accommodating, personal, professional and friendly. I promise you will not be disappointed!!!“

“The best kept secret in Howard County!“

“Their food is so reasonably priced and very good. Crab cakes were tasty and full of lump meat and broiled perfectly. The fries are hand cut and delicious, and the salad bar is nice. I also tried the fried okra ( yum) and the green beans were very tasty too. Wait staff was refreshingly friendly and attentive. Don’t be taken aback by the atmosphere. It’s an older place but it’s kept very clean. They also have a full service bar👍“

“Cute and fun spot with great service and awesome food. A must try!!“

“Great little place. Definitely kind of hidden in a little strip. Drove by it for about 8 months and never noticed it. Large portion of food. Homefries were really good. Had to add salt and pepper to the chipped beef but was decent. Coffee was nothing special. Great little spot with great service.“

“Great food and drinks. Staff is friendly and accommodating.“

“friendly service great food“

“Best club sandwich! Tons of bacon, turkey and the bread is delicious!“

“My wife and I went there on a whim cause we were bored with the other places we normally go to. We both were pleasantly surprised! Definitely will go back again Tasty food good atmosphere“

“Family friendly restaurant with positive and fun staff. My dad is vegetarian and rarely goes to restaurants because of this. He is also in his 70s and is not into doing too much. Our family had a ball there and the food options covered everyone from meat eaters to vegans. The staff were extremely pleasant and helpful.“

“the bartender rocks 🖖✌🤟🤘🤙👌👏👏👏“

“Great club with great service“

“When we first stopped there they offered us a free sample. The guy was careful enough to pick a really fresh piece and we decided to buy from there based on that. However, when we got the food, the selected chicken teriyaki was now dry as if it was the bunch that had been warming up all day. It was dry and rough on the edges. The soda is a 1 time refill. I will probably not eat there again.“

“Pats is our go-to never lets us down dinner option. We've been eating there for 6 years now since we moved to the area and I've not ever ordered something I didn't like. Not to mention that they give huge portions which I think is commendable seeing as so many of the restaurants right now are making you pay more for less due to shrinkflation.

Like I said we love everything but their pasta is amazing my husbands favorite is the chicken parmesan and mine is a tie between the spaghetti and meatballs or the chicken burrito bowl. Oh and if you like delicious things go ahead and tack on one of those desserts lol.“

“Great experience- great food and atmosphere“

“This was our third time at Gary’s, and once again it was spectacular. Although your table has a primary server, the whole team works in concert to keep the customers happy. We had several special requests, and every time the response was “let me see if we can do that.” It just so happened that they could accommodate all of our requests. The food was fantastic as always. But the real magic happened at the end of the meal – just as we were asking for the check, there was a medical incident with one of our kids. All available staff immediately came to our rescue with resources and reassurances and enough bodies to create a privacy wall while we stabilized the situation, and I was able to get our kiddo bundled up and in the car in a hurry while my spouse payed the check.“

“I kept hearing about this food truck so on one of my remote days, I found it. I got the seafood fries. The seafood was, i want to say nicely seasoned but thats an understatement, it was seasoned to hell. OMG, delicious, the little fries on the bottom however were sad. For a dish like this, crinkle cut fries would have been better but instead you get hard shoestring fries. Some of them were inedible because the ends were so hard. Maybe it was just a bad friday, oops fry day. Would I go back, yup. Not necessarily for the fries but that seafood was seasoned so well I have to try something else.“

“Sat outdoors to enjoy fantastic food from an exceptional tavern menu. The beer-on-tap options were many, samples offered to hear your selection choice wheels. Service staff treated us and our two dogs more like friends than people at a table. So by and enjoy the hospitality 💯“

“was pleasantly surprised how good everything was. the i got the hatch burger and we shared the fish and chips. Burger was great but I added Carmel onion. As for the fish and chips the fish was breaded to perfection. crunchy/c crispy and the meat was also nicely done. I'm not very big on tartar sauce but the one they provided was excellent one of the best I've had. would definitely come again!!“

“I was a little skeptical when walking in as the restaurants decor was very dated. We were pleasantly surprised that the food, drinks, and service we outstanding. We had an excellent waitress named Theresa. We will be going back so we can taste the other dishes on the menu!“

“People appear to know the personnel by name, the office park is conveniently located, and the service is quite friendly. My only complaint was that the order taker would sometimes try to assist the short order cooks in between orders, but he never wiped his hands or put on gloves after handling the register, which I'm sure hasn't been cleaned in years. Perhaps I'm the only one, but I find it unpleasant when strangers touch my sandwich bread with their bare hands ?“

“First time going and, believe it is not, my fat butt couldn't eat itvall--although I gave it all I got. I will go back!!“

“Cindy and Ashley are amazing they never stop moving“

“The Coconut shrimp was a bit burned I think but I am not expert and the cream of crab soup was great, tasty and had crab meat in it. Some places I think they just reheat somthing from a can. This was like home made.
The place was packed and they had a band that was loud in the bar area so we sat at the end of the dining room so we could talk lol“

“If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! Baba’s Halal in Annapolis is truly a hidden gem. The food is absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and made with care. From the juicy chicken to the perfectly seasoned rice and sauces, everything tastes amazing! But what really makes this place stand out is the kindness and professionalism of the staff. They treat you like family and make sure you’re taken care of from the moment you walk in. You can tell they put love into everything they do. Highly recommend this place—you’ll keep coming back!“

“Incredible food with great prices. The staff is very friendly.“

“First time there today. Atmosphere, food, and service were perfect!😊“

“Awesome beer, friendly staff, delicious food, owners are very cool and kind. Looking forward to coming back!“

“I honestly haven't been to Applebee's in a long time. In my mind it was one of those more lower end restaurants. My boyfriend suggested going there for a date night and I was excited to go. I was most impressed by the food selection at affordable prices. I sincerely had a hard time deciding what I wanted. I did not feel rushed by the server. All of the food was delicious. When my meal came out by blue cheese dip was missing but my server was right there to help. The place wasn't too crowded and I felt like I had privacy in the booth we sat in. Highly recommend this Applebee's!“

“Best BBQ you can find!“

“This place is great!! The food was awesome!“

“The whole setting is a Vibe!!!The lighting and the mood is very comfortable. Servers are super friendly ,courteous and attentive.They recommended some things off the menu that were very tasty. The drinks are not water down and very ,very good.Happy Hour is Fire and they have them at different times. The food is well prepared to perfection I had a meduim rare steak and it was outstanding. The Maryland Crab soup is top notch!!!The grilled Asparagus was nicely done.The fried rice was very good.The presentation of the whole meal was exceptional!!😋 I had a to go bag...And even thd bag and containers were nicely done!! I will be back for sure...They are by the far Now my favorite Restaurant in Maryland 5Starz Given!!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟👍🏽“

“We have made jailbreak one of our favorite spots when we are in the area. We recently had a dry aged fish and a steak board. To say we were amazed and impressed doesn’t even describe how fantastic the food was and how much we enjoyed it. In addition to the excellent food the staff was top notch to make sure we knew what each item on the boards were. It is something we will definitely do again.“

“Best pizza and wings, my family has ordered 3X so good so proud of the owner“

“The three person staff was absolutely on top of everything. These were the best hotdogs I’ve had in a long time. The hot dogs are fried to deliciousness. I had mine the classic way. The milkshakes are thick and delicious, but the staff is really where it’s at. Kind, helpful, and fun the staff really brings it to work.“

“Personale gentilissimo e ottimo cibo.“

“Romilo’s is such a gem in the community! Their happy hour and game day specials are hard to beat, with delicious wings, pizza, and plenty of other favorites to enjoy. It’s always a welcoming spot to gather with friends. A big shoutout to Jenn, the manager, who goes above and beyond—her warmth and genuine care for customers makes every visit even better. Highly recommend!“

“it a very clean beautiful place the worker I had was going hard to make sure we were happy and satisfied with everything she was very patient with my table I don't know how much they make but I really would like for her to receive a increase in her pay just because I feel she deserves it. Sincerely Miss. Brawner“

“Fun vibe, darts and great food!“

“It was lovely! Highly recommend for live music“

“Had my sisters birthday party there. Service was fantastic,even the manager came over to sing and see how we were doing! Food of course was awesome!“

“Last night Arundel High Cheer had their banquet there and I was amazed at how well James and the waitstaff catered to all our needs. We had a group of estimated 60 ppl and they went above and beyond. The food was served in a timely manner, portions were good and the taste was amazing as well. Thank you soo much for all your great service, we will definitely be back.“