50 Best American Restaurants near Ijamsville

“Dined in for the first time last week - we both thoroughly enjoyed our meals, beers, and decor! Will definitely visit again!“

“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!!!“

“Pretty good food and atmosphere enjoyed my time there.“

“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.“

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

“Stopped in for sandwiches and coffee to warm up on this wet, chilly day. Cozy atmosphere and yummy food. We’ll be back for sure!“

“This is the best Italian sub ever! The bread was beautifully toasted and packed with flavor. The staff was very pleasant, and the space is cozy—with limited indoor seating, but that didn’t take away from the experience. I enjoyed sitting outside on a shaded bench, which added to the charm. I’ll definitely be back to try something new from their daily-changing menu!“

“Great service, quality food and European atmosphere! We love it here!“

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

“My husband and I were disappointed by some of the food in Frederick until we ate at Hootch & Banter. To start the service and atmosphere were sophisticated and top notch. The cocktails are well thought out and very tasty. The food - PERFECT! We had the gnocchi the first night and we loved it so much we canceled our reservations elsewhere the next night so we can go back. I highly suggest the pasta dishes. All of the appetizers were amazing. I am missing it and hope to be back.“

“Drinks were awesome. service was great.“

“What a wonderful place- totally unplanned and they accommodated three adults, two under 10, and a 100lb Newfoundland dog. Dog got treats and water- kids were offered paper, colored pencils, and crayons. Food was an amazing, staff- incredible. What an unexpected great experience.“

“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.“

“The food was delicious. We do appreciated Dominic! He was attentive, polite, knew what we needed before we knew. He kept the tea filled. A very nice young man that was so good at his job. The bill was a little more than I am used to having to pay separately for a salad. Other steak places include the salad. The steak was excellent. Baked potato needed more topping , slightly dry. Dominic was the icing on our visit. I’m“

“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.“

“Just ordered a late breakfast for carry out and it was my first time ever eating from El Rancho. My food was ready when they said and it was and still hot when I got it home and very delicious. I LOVE that they serve breakfast all day and my steak was perfect! I’d recommend this place to anyone!“

“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.“

“We had the most amazing Brunch at Vintage. Would highly recommend. Best Brunch in Frederick by far for price & quality.“

“I catered a large lunch for 40 people at my office. The food was so delicious, my team devoured it all before the last few were able to arrive. I called chef Stacy and the kitchen fired off more food for me on the spot and Chef Stacey delivered it to my office herself within 30 minute. The burgers were perfectly seasoned and cooked, the hot dogs nice and plump, the hand made chicken nuggies were the best ever, the salad was fresh and the price was very fair. I 100% recommend Maxwell’s for your catering needs.“

“One of the best menu's in Frederick. The food is amazing. The chef comes out to personally check how your enjoying the meal. The Ruben is the best I've had. The steak is wonderful. Everything I've ordered was wonderful. The staff is friendly and highly motivated to provide excellent customer service. Highly recommend.“

“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.“

“I used Zipani Cafe to cater a small brunch I had at a local hotel, and my experience with them was excellent from start to finish. I worked with Renee to pick a menu and she was so helpful in giving me advice on what to choose and how much to order. She was prompt in answering emails and the whole process was so easy. She and the owner of the cafe delivered the food right on time to the hotel, and the bagels were so fresh they were still warm. They set up the food and drinks on the tables that the hotel provided. The bagels were amazing, as were the pastries and muffins. The coffee was hot and fresh. I highly recommend Zipani Cafe if you need catering. I have never been to the actual cafe, but the next time I'm in Frederick I will definitely be visiting to get their bagels. They are as good as ones you can get in New York City.“

“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!“

“Accepting of those with disabilities. Thank you.“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Excellent food and service“

“excellent service and professional staff definitely be back“

“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.“

“AMAZING food by Chef Sammy D!! Hands down the BEST pierogi. And the space was gorgeous. Highly recommended for food, atmosphere and overall experience.“

“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.“

“Drunken Mushroom Toast app, absolutely fantastic. Steak with caramelized onions and blue cheese wasn't bad, but the steak was oddly bland and packed any kind of sear. Service was very good the night went, but it never got too busy for dinner on a Friday night. I really liked the literal cellar walls that were very rustic“

“Hadn’t been here since they opened & was encouraged to give this place another try. Glad I did. Food was great.“

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

“I have been going to Tom and Rays since the old location. What makes them stand out is the cost conscience menu, fresh tasting food, and a staff mostly local high school kids that are professional with can do attitude. Right now I’m raving about something as simple as stewed tomatoes as a complementary side dish. Their breakfast foods including creamed chipped beef fresh. Their lunch and dinner foods bring you back, especially the open faced beef sandwich with mash potatoes and gravy, to a simpler time. Check out their menu and ask them about their pies.“

“The food is great and so is the service. It has a very friendly and inviting atmosphere. You have to try the Cole Slaw. It is really very good and they make it there. I highly recommend it. Plenty to choose from with good prices and some of the best service you will find anywhere, hands down! Your nuts if you don't try it out!“

“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.“

“My husband and I eat here every Tuesday after getting groceries. The people are friendly and the food is awesome.Highly recommend.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Always have to stop in for a chicken gyro when I'm in town! The best tzatziki ever!!! Great family run business!“

“Love the food and drinks and the entertainment. HOWEVER- we were there for Cliff Cody and it was a very hot day. Sat under the sail shade and still it was terribly hot. The management could really boost its comfort level for customers by simply installing either a misting fan system or a few fans on stands around the patio. It was so hot we could hardly concentrate on the entertainment and even though we had planned on staying longer and eating and drinking more, we had to leave long before we had planned, simply because of the heat.“

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

“Love the food!“

“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.“

“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.“