50 Best American Restaurants near Derwood

“This is my hometown watering hole! I live on Maui now but OTWC is always my first meal when I come home. Maryland Crab Soup and the Swing Wings is what I always get!“

“I came here last night with my boyfriend and kids the owner was so nice and friendly the food was delicious everything thing we tried was so flavorful and enjoyable I was worried the boys would be finicky about but they also enjoyed the food very very much they said they would love to come back and so would we“

“Everything that we ate was wonderful. It was five of us in my party and we came after church. There was a DJ there which is fine, but the music was too loud for us to hear each other talk. I feel the music should just be background noise and not at the same volume as if I was at the club. Other than that, the service and food was awesome.“

“Reservation was ready when we arrived. Tower Oaks lodge is an elaborately decorated restaurant so the ambiance was good. We were dining early in order to make a 6 PM movie so the restaurant was relatively quiet. The food and service were excellent and timely to get us on our way to our 6 PM movie.“

“Fantastic food and fellowship with some amazing scientists and staff from NIH/NCI this Holiday season. 🎄🍭😊“

“Delicious food for sharing, if you wish. while traveling, we try to avoid leftovers. Cocktails sounded awesome but were a bit lacking in flavor. Had a Mojito that tasted free of alcohol. Was supposed to have cardamom but not tasted at all. Recommend tuna/avocado appetizer and main dish of scallops over mushroom risotto. An interesting mix of sauces. Would return again but have happy hour elsewhere.“

“The Mother Earth, with salmon, is my absolute favorite. Best flavored Ice Tea in the area!“

“Wonderful food and service. We all had different dinners off the menu. The French onion soup was some of the best I had. We walked in and were met with smiles and seated fast with no reservations.“

“the hickory burger is absolutely outstanding!!thick and juicy always cooked to perfection and the fries are outstanding their fried pickles are good if you like spears I prefer fried pickles chips but when I had their fried pickle spears I was astonished seasoned well and very crispy“

“The service was attentive and friendly. With the preselected menu being two servings of steak frites, they'd asked me what temperature I wanted. I figured they'd be masters of medium rare given the restaurant's name, but unfortunately I wasn't served a medium rare steak. The first course they served was rare, with a good part of the center uncooked. The sauce was good, but the doneness made it much too chewy. I gave them the benefit of the doubt and waited for my second course, and again, was not served a medium rare steak. This time, though, on the opposite end of the spectrum— the steak was served medium well, without much pink. I'm mildly confused by two things: how there's this much variance in steak doneness, and why a restaurant named Medium Rare seemingly hasn't figured out how to make a medium rare steak. I'd give it a 6/10 overall— I wish the food was treated better.“

“Food and wine are never a fail. This is my spot.“

“Kind of a mixed bag in terms of service and atmosphere. I'm not as hyped as the local daytime patrons about this spot, but they served a generous and fairly tasty cheese steak which merits a positive review. It's a tiny spot, just a row of bar stools that extend and wrap around a counter. There were two guys there, one young guy who was very friendly, polite and gracious, and an older guy that was gruf and a bit tone deaf to the fact that his sarcastic jokes (I think they were jokes) didn't land as intended with some of the guests.

There are better cheese steaks and better vibes, so I won't be returning, but I doubt you'll be disappointed if you grab something to go there.“

“We are going to Ted’s Montana Grill (Gaithersburg, Maryland Location) with my soccer team members for dinner every Thursday for past 2 years. Great atmosphere, Fabulous menu & Fantastic service by Dan, (Thank you Dan). Highly Recommend 👌“

“Great place with great food and a good atmosphere“

“Great experience. The hostesses were friendly. Our server was exceptional, attentive to detail, and provided a healthy balance in seeing what we needed. The food was great and the dessert was delicious. The overall welcoming atmosphere.“

“Mother’s Day celebration with family was especially great because of the amazing atmosphere and awesome service at Barrel and Crow. It was our first time visiting this establishment and certainly will not be our last. Shout out to the owner and her staff.“

“I "cried" when my fave VEGAN or VEGETARIAN "GO-to" eat-in place closed all their locations around Boston. That was sadly & formerly GrainMaker .. (gone now) However DiG has grown on me as their deFACTO replacement for all FRESH VEGGIES and otherwise ALL FRESH MEAL VEGAN or VEGETERIAN eats and eat-in place! This is becoming my greatly reccomended "hidden vegan and veggie gem" in Boston with LOTS of locations. They have 3 locations thus far in Boston and 2 in Cambridge. I hav ONLY visited their downtown location thus far! Just as formerly with GrainMaker, DiG is as close to authentic home cooked! & genuinely HEALTHY! AND fresh meals that you can get to. Always fresh veggies, steamed & otherwise. --(they also serve a variety of proteins, as in variety of meats and fish, but i stay vegan. I have NEVER tried any of their meats or fish here.. ONLY their veggies and seasoned TOFU on occasion.. more oft than not, i do not even get their TOFU as a protein and opt to feast on JUST their steamed or boiled or baked veggies, bases. like rice and excellent mixed veggie salads sides!) Have been frequenting it for about 2 years since 2023 now, but held off on reviewing it until i was SURE of my experiences here. Decided to review it today bcs "it's time". I spoke to the very customer service oriented and responsibve supervisor here at this location, his name is DiJuan and was served by Adonis today and he was also very accommodating (after i explained i eat vegan) and on showing me my MANY fresh veggie choices, bases, proteins (including delish prepared Tofu) and PLENTY of heavenly veggie sides, all preped like you'd expect to find in a Thanksgiving grand day family meal. (AND they do this EVERY DAY!! ) This is HEALTHY eats and quite tasty and delish! See my posted pic w this review of my choice of eats today. In short, just today, i started with very little brown rice as my base and added 2 types of their fresh salad, Cannellini Beans w dill & greens along with their steamed or boiled Kale greens and added also a sweet potato that had been steamed & also steamed brocolli. I LUV eating fresh, healthy, TASTY and "homemade style" (as in NOT processed!!). I added their Garlic dressing to top it off. It came to something like 10+ bucks (B4 tax)! Unheard of !! for a BIG & FULLY portioned full veggie plate like this! BIG PORTION of a FULL PLATE! -- i declined, as usual to get any protein with my meal today, is why, STiLL i got a HUGE portioned plate! ( I normally HAVE2 order 2 - 3 separate orders and combine them, at HoneyGrow, anuther fave local "vegan" franchise in Boston, in order to get filled up if i'm only eating OMAD, as in One-meal-a-Day, in order to get full elsewhere usually!). They have a FAMILY (feeds4) option after 3pm every day that feeds 4-5 people (adults not kids) for like $43. QUITE A BARGAIN for something like this. AND it look like a Thankgiving day meal to top it off! --(formerly anuther non-vegan place "had this", now gone, called Boston Market. However they LOADED their side protions and even base meal with SO MUCH SALT, yuck! so that was ALL you could taste. THEY supposedly made home made, but found out NOT SO!!, theirs was loaded with processed sh*t, like their supposedly home-made mashed potatoes were the powder kind, loaded with pseudo milk and SALT, YUCK!!) NOT SO ! with this place.. DiG is 180 degrees fr tht.. This is truly GREAT tasting REAL and "home-prepped" veggies. They are winning me over from my other 2 "go-to's" "vegan-ish" franchises in Boston whcih have steadily been declining for various reasons, those being Bon-Me (their employees, over at Bon-Me for last 2-3 years it seems at ALL locations i have tried, simply do not undertsand nor speak english for the most part, their food WEN i can get it ordered the way i want it, is generally good, oft times its taken over 2 returned plates in order to get it prepared the way i orderd it.. v“

“Without a doubt the best place in Rio. The customer service is exceptional and the staff really pays attention to you as a person, not just a customer. The food is excellent and the place is well maintained.“

“Loved it, will definitely go again! Highly recommend!“

“Great dogs and beer selection. Cheese fries were also delicious. Would recommend to try this spot if in Bethesda, MD.“

“Burgers are delicious. Fries as well. Interesting beers on tap“

“Accepting of those with disabilities. Thank you.“

“One of MD best dinners. This place would go head to head with any of NJ establishments.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Best Salmon BLT I’ve ever had! Will come back!“

“Great local great food , gotta go early, sadly don't take reservations“

“I visited Isaac’s last week and it instantly became one of my new favorite spots. This isn’t just any sandwich shop—Isaac’s is home to the award-winning chicken sandwich that was named Best Chicken Sandwich in Maryland by the Restaurant Association of Maryland and ranked in the Top 10 at the World Food Championships. It’s even been featured on Good Morning Washington for its outstanding flavor. I tried it myself, and it was absolutely amazing—full of flavor, perfectly prepared, and paired with fries that were truly to die for. Those two are now my go-to items here.

The place itself is spotless, with a modern, youthful atmosphere that feels both welcoming and stylish. The drink menu is well-curated, with a great variety of wines and drinks that pair beautifully with the food. I also love their soda selection—it’s not your typical fountain drinks, but unique, high-quality choices that elevate the experience. Prices are very reasonable for the quality, making it an excellent value.

This is the perfect place for a quick stop for lunch or dinner, or just to hang out with friends. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to enjoy food that’s not only delicious but also nationally recognized.“

“The grilled chicken sandwich with guacamole comes with french fries. It was delicious.“

“Great food and service, but disappointed that they have been out of AC for two months. They need to tell their customers at the door before they are seated. Not right especially if customers have respiratory issues. Some in the restaurant that day were experiencing discomfort Stay away from the Rockville Location until they fix the AC“

“I have been to this place about 10 years ago by one of my golf members who was an army veteran. My back ground is culinary/hospitality industry and was so impressed by service and also food quality.. His family and my family celebrated our special occasions every year. Now, we are coming back here again on August 27th to celebrate his 68th wedding anniversary and their 90years birthday also. This is his wife's pick and I and he are excited for next week event.“

“We were offered a quiet spot to sit, which was really great. The staff were not all on the same page about what brunch options were being offered and it took quite awhile to get it sorted. Even though our room was quiet, the rest of restaurant was quite busy and service, while polite and friendly, was a little unsettled. Table set for four and not six-had to retrieve own silverware. Only 4 water glasses served. Food was generally ok, but in some cases didn't match the menu (no butter on pancakes, syrup cold, not warm). Peach mimosa was outstanding.“

“Great food and drinks. Weekend live music!“

“Consistently delicious food (great fish), fun atmosphere, good service.“

“Once you try one of the Sunshine Store's sandwiches, you will wonder why it took so long to try one! 😊 My husband and father in law introduced me to this hidden pleasure the first time I visited the area. We started with breakfast (tasting the local culinary treasure of scrapple), then I was introduced to their burgers on the same trip, and I was surprised that everything is cooked to order. I have not found any burger yet that is close to comparison!! My husband's family has made this a regular stop for sandwiches over several decades and generations. My father in law (nearby farmer/owner of Greenstone Custom Farming) has eaten there for several decades along with feeding his crew from this hidden gem, this has been a favorite of my husband's since he was old enough to eat there, and now it is a favorite place for our children to eat with grandpa. The store is small and with limited seating, it would be best to order the food to go or if you are eating alone you can sit at the counter and watch your food be prepared. A must try in the area and definitely worth the drive through the beautiful countryside!“

“I recently organized a baby shower for my daughter and opted for catering services from Crisp and Juicy's, Frederick location. The food was exceptional and efficiently packaged for pickup. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed the cuisine. The customer service was outstanding, and Liz, the manager, demonstrated remarkable professionalism and assistance throughout the process. It was an absolute pleasure collaborating with her. I intend to utilize Crisp and Juicy's services for my future events.“

“So cozy! Delicious food and friendly staff.“

“Ordered online and it was ready minutes before I walked inside. The front desk was courteous and signed “thank you” back which was a nice surprise. Will come back again.“

“I love this place. One of the few remaining spots in Moco for live music and local atmosphere.“

“Great cuisine, my risotto was just loaded with black truffle. The menu evolves with the season, and the staff is super friendly. Few places around Olney that I'm impressed by, and I can't wait to go back.“

“They have great, authentic Taiwanese food that tastes like my memories of Taiwan. You have to order off the menu that is only printed in Chinese (there's a different menu with pictures and English which is more standard Chinese American fare). My grandfather even occasionally orders from here for special delivery to Virginia. My favorite dish we had was the oyster pancake.“

“From the moment we walked into Matchbox Rockville, everything just felt right. We were seated immediately—no wait, no hassle—which was a great start. Our server was fantastic: attentive, friendly, and always right on time. The food? Absolutely amazing. Every bite was full of flavor, and the buffet portions were shockingly generous. It honestly felt like they went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. I'll definitely be coming back!“

“Absolutely wonderful fresh tasting food!“

“I dropped in during Happy Hour by chance for a bite to eat and was pleasantly surprised to learn that Happy Hour Specials applied to table dining at full sized portions. It was great opportunity to try a pizza and a queso appetizer affordably.

They both were very tasty. The portion size of the queso was smaller than expected but so rich and flavorful that it was satisfying and good to share.

The atmosphere was family friendly despite many people meeting for drinks. My 11yo and I were comfortable and enjoyed our early dinner. I’ll return to try other menu items.“

“Loved this place. The atmosphere, food and most of the drinks were great. Victoria, the barista, knew her coffee and it showed in the drinks. Great place to hangout, chill or go out on a date.“

“This is one of my favorite brunch places in Germantown, actually Montgomery County. Great breakfast and lunch options. The Market has a great bakery, amazing donuts, soft pretzels, produce, butcher, and hot grill options. They even have handmade furniture.“

“Seasons 52 is our go-to place to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The food, service and ambiance are always top notch. My husband and I both ordered the Chilean Sea Bass and it was excellent! I highly recommend it. We're looking forward to future non-anniversary visits to Seasons 52 with friends and family.“

“Great breakfast location! I’m borderline addicted to their breakfast sandwiches! I get the bacon, egg, and cheese on white bread sandwich and it is super filling, always fresh/hot, and they don’t take long to make it! The service is fast and friendly. This is definitely a regular go to for breakfast!“

“Classic and reliable greasy spoon with delicious food and the owner remembers me every time I come in even though I only come through once every few years when I’m in the area. What it lacks in ambience is quickly forgotten once you bite into their cheeseburger. I hope this place never changes. It’s a throwback to the 80’s with the old menu boards still on the wall. You expect the Stranger Things crew to come hang here.“

“This place is really my favorite, the service, the food, the pricing, the warm cozy environment. Mr. Gustavo along with all other servers are great people that are kind respectful at all times. If you live in Rockville or you are just stopping by, I really recommend this place. They also have a community table which is very nice and good for elderly people who want to meet new people or just people on the go.“

“My favorites are the crabcakes, bbq ribs and the coleslaw! Beautiful,welcoming atmosphere always.“

“Not too much ambiance, it's situated in the lobby of the hotel so what more can you expect. Food was pretty good, aside from the apple pear salad which was not good, it didn't taste fresh at all. The crab cakes and salmon were delicious though! The service was great as well, very friendly wait staff.“