50 Best American Restaurants near Middletown

“We have eaten here every week since 2017. It’s a great neighborhood restaurant with amazing staff and food.“

“August 27, 2024 - We rarely “do country clubs”, but we enjoyed our time . . . when friends invited us for a good lunch !

Maryland National Golf Club is a public course , with a very nice tavern overlooking the 18 th hole . . . Can’t beat the Middletown valley scenery! ??????

Katlynn , our server, handed out lunch menus and shared the daily specials! No beer list, but she quickly rattled off beer choices . . . I tried the pineapple Hazy IPA ?! Wonderful summer ale!

My wife ordered Crab Imperial w/melted cheese over an English muffin. Our friends also ordered a Crab Imperial, plus fish & chips with homemade potato chips ! I tried Maryland Crab Soup, with Old Bay Spices a common spice in Maryland on all item’s featuring CRAB ?! Excellent soup, with a tomato based broth , and perfectly cooked crunchy vegetables! ( not cooked to mush) Then enjoyed a Chef Salad.

A nice lunch in a cool AC dining room with lots of windows overlooking the golf course on a sunny day ! ????????? A great lunch spot, to “ catch up” with our Maryland friends !

*Fun Facts*

+ German Immigrants left Europe due to Thirty Years War ( 1618 - 1648)

+Schroyer Family farm yrs. ago, sold 1990’s

+Maryland National Golf Club est. 2002

+Golf course & Tavern open 2005

+194 acres , 18 hole Golf course is public

+Great venue for weddings, holiday celebrations, birthday parties, charity events

+Over 50 U.S. cities called Berlin

+Large German populations in Cincinnati, Milwaukee, St. Louis, St. Paul , Frederick & Hagerstown in Maryland“

“Everything about Dempsey’s exceeds expectations. The menu and ingredients are incredibly thoughtful. Everything down to the seasoning is made in house. The desserts are to die for - special shout out to the cheesecakes. I tried strawberry, original and blueberry - all were fantastic but the blueberry has a special place in my heart. This is an outstanding family owned and ran business that supports diversity and inclusion. They have choices for everyone - comfort food, gluten free options, diabetic options, you name it. I will certainly be back and recommend to all. Good people, good food.“

“We frequent Dutches Daughters quite frequently, the service is exceptional the staff are superb and the food is incredible. Can’t wait to see you all again soon!“

“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!!“

“if you're visiting the historic town of Brunswick, then the Potomac Street Grill should be on your list. They have a robust menu that will suit anyone from vegetarians to carnivores. They have a great bar and friendly staff. If I'm ever visiting again, I will surely return.“

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

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

“Drinks were awesome. service was great.“

“Great atmosphere, Great food and service.“

“I recently had lunch here with my granddaughter. It was outstanding!! Great Good!! 😊 We had a wonderful time and will be back soon. Thank you!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Love their burgers and ruebons. Great atmosphere!“

“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.“

“Great crowd, drinks, and food!“

“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.“

“They catered a lunch for us and were able to open early to meet our time frame. The price was reasonable and tasted amazing.“

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

“Love the food!“

“Wings on Thursdays are the BEST!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Great food Highly recommended“

“I love this place! Highly recommended.“

“Magoos Tavern is the GOAT.“

“This 24-hour diner attached to the Travelodge in Brunswick,Maryland is a throwback to the diners of the 1950s. We were looking for a decent meal after being on the road all day, and came upon this diner. The two women, Olivia and Kara who were working there could not have made the experience better. They were friendly, accommodated a special request for my husband, who was in the mood for an open-faced, hot turkey sandwich with gravy. They made the gravy as a special accommodation. The restaurant was clean, well-maintained, and the food was delicious. I would not hesitate to grab a meal there if you’re in the area.“

“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.“

“I visited this Waffle House online, and though I didn't get the human, in person, experience at this one.

I am sure, as all Waffle Houses that I've been to, the service is excellent, and the food can't be beat.

If you're skeptical of reviews, of online experiences only, then I suggest that you stop in this one, and try it for yourself.

I dare anyone to prove me wrong. I would also appreciate and back feed.“

“Had great experience at Mays, crabs were heavy and the drinks kept coming. Great food, Great service! We will definitely be coming back, Thanks Aleecia for making our night so enjoyable, we will be asking for you next time ?“

“was the night cook. great food, hot, flavor is good. keep up work Amon“

“Best waitress hands down at this restaurant! She made my boys smile, catered to my allergies and was just extremely genuine. It was one of the last days on vacation, I was sleep deprived and sadly I can’t recall this sweet women’s name. Thank you for being kind. There needs to be more people like this women in the world.“