The best restaurants in Frederick
128 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Chicking
RestaurantsWhen the weeknight fried chicken craving hits, Chicking serves fresh, made-to-order goodness with global flair. Go Original, Spicy or…
Chicking
RestaurantsThai-Lao Garden
RestaurantsWhen dinner needs a little fire and funk, Thai-Lao Garden delivers with bright larb gai, crispy tangy nam khao, and all the Thai comfort…
Thai-Lao Garden
RestaurantsLa Tavola
RestaurantsThree decades in Little Italy and still bringing the good stuff, La Tavola leans into handmade pasta, family recipes, and a rustic yet…
La Tavola
RestaurantsUMI Sushi
RestaurantsUMI Sushi just brought its modern, family-owned Japanese spot to Downtown Frederick, delivering that FRESH. FLAVORFUL. AFFORDABLE. promise…
UMI Sushi
RestaurantsCugino Forno Frederick
RestaurantsCasual eatery serving Neapolitan pies baked in a wood-fired oven alongside gelato.
Cugino Forno Frederick
RestaurantsBlues BBQ Co.
RestaurantsFood truck serving up classic BBQ meats such as brisket and pulled pork, plus mac ’n’ cheese bites.
Blues BBQ Co.
RestaurantsUnion Hill Kitchen & Craft Bar
RestaurantsUnion Hill Kitchen & Craft Bar nails the cozy-meets-creative brief with handcrafted cocktails, an extensive whiskey selection, and plates…
Union Hill Kitchen & Craft Bar
RestaurantsRicci Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsRicci Italian Restaurant brings authentic Italian dining inspired by the coastal flavors of Italy, with a casual feel that works for…
Ricci Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsThe Food Market
RestaurantsAn open kitchen in this former grocery store turns out creative American cuisine & cocktails.
The Food Market
Restaurantsa.k.a. Friscos Restaurant, Catering and Beer & Wine has been a Frederick standby since 1990, known for scratch-made, massive sandwiches,…
Water for Chocolate Catering LLC
RestaurantsClever cafe eats with regional flair dished up in snug, laid-back surrounds for brunch & dinner.
Water for Chocolate Catering LLC
RestaurantsBarfly's
RestaurantsEasygoing pub with traditional decor offering beer, cocktails, pizza & other Italian bites.
Barfly's
RestaurantsEasy like Sunday
RestaurantsCasual, modern restaurant known for its brunch offerings (including gluten-free options), pancakes, French toast and cocktails, plus…
Easy like Sunday
RestaurantsSapporo II Japanese Restaurant
RestaurantsSapporo II Japanese Restaurant does right by Frederick with Japanese and Korean favorites, from teriyaki and bento boxes to chef specials…
Sapporo II Japanese Restaurant
RestaurantsMaggie's Farm
RestaurantsMaggie's Farm is that neighborhood standby where globally inspired, farm-sourced plates meet a cocktail program locals quietly brag about.…
Maggie's Farm
RestaurantsHuck's American Craft
RestaurantsBrewer’s Hill’s Huck's American Craft is a modern bistro doing breakfast all day plus playful tavern favorites like chicken and waffles,…
Huck's American Craft
RestaurantsHangry Joe's Hot Chicken & Wings
RestaurantsHot chicken spot dishing up sandwiches, nuggets and waffles, plus burgers.
Hangry Joe's Hot Chicken & Wings
RestaurantsIHOP
RestaurantsLong-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
IHOP
RestaurantsJapanese-style eatery with a relaxed vibe, featuring sushi burritos, ramen bowls and poke and boba teas.
Angeli’s Pizzeria & Bar
RestaurantsOld-school neighborhood spot for New York–style pizza & classic Italian fare, plus cocktails & wine.
Angeli’s Pizzeria & Bar
RestaurantsOld Dominion Grill and Sushi
RestaurantsOld Dominion Grill and Sushi pulls off a very Frederick trifecta, serving Thai, Japanese, and American favorites alongside lots of beers on…
Old Dominion Grill and Sushi
RestaurantsHero's
RestaurantsHero's keeps things casual with a sports bar vibe and a menu that goes beyond plain cheese, think Pizza Alla Vodka, Honey Ricotta with…
Hero's
RestaurantsOctoBar
RestaurantsOctoBar does Mediterranean tapas and specialty cocktails with a neighborhood vibe... think relaxed hangouts, Taco Tuesday or Pasta Night,…
OctoBar
RestaurantsRosati's Pizza
RestaurantsItalian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.
Rosati's Pizza
RestaurantsTsunami
RestaurantsTsunami brings downtown Frederick some seriously fun Japanese fusion, from rich ramen and izakaya-style bites to surprise hits like tacos,…
Tsunami
RestaurantsBeans & Bagels
RestaurantsBeans & Bagels is the Frederick standby for fresh coffee, hot and cold sandwiches, and omelets made to order. It’s the kind of colorful…
Beans & Bagels
RestaurantsJuliet's Italian Market and Café
RestaurantsItalian panini, subs, and salads are served at this popular spot with limited seating.
Juliet's Italian Market and Café
RestaurantsTokyo Sushi Bar & Hibachi
RestaurantsWhen you want legit rolls without leaving the couch, Tokyo Sushi Bar & Hibachi has you covered with expertly crafted sushi, sizzling…
Tokyo Sushi Bar & Hibachi
RestaurantsKechy Pizza Co
RestaurantsWhen your weeknight dinner needs a plot twist, Kechy Pizza Co turns out artisan, stone-oven pizzas with that crispy underside and airy…
Kechy Pizza Co
RestaurantsShake Shack Inner Harbor
RestaurantsHip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.
Shake Shack Inner Harbor
RestaurantsLimoncello Baltimore
RestaurantsConvivial restaurant with a colorful ambiance offering innovative Italian cuisine, plus cocktails.
Limoncello Baltimore
RestaurantsPHO 52
RestaurantsTreat yourself this week to Pho 52, where the broth is the star. Build your bowl from rare steak to oxtail, then snag a pork banh mi or bun…
PHO 52
RestaurantsAbbey Burger Mt. Washington
RestaurantsAbbey Burger Mt. Washington lets you go classic with 100% Angus or get adventurous with camel or kangaroo, plus legit vegetarian and vegan…
Abbey Burger Mt. Washington
RestaurantsMinato Sushi Bar
RestaurantsMinato Sushi Bar keeps Mount Vernon happy with creative rolls, highest-grade fresh fish, and inventive cocktails in an elegant room that…
Minato Sushi Bar
RestaurantsHeritage Smokehouse
RestaurantsHeritage Smokehouse does award-winning barbecue the old-school way, with everything made in-house from scratch and meats kissed by custom…
Heritage Smokehouse
RestaurantsWicked Sisters
RestaurantsNew American tavern offering burgers & crab cakes, with 20-plus beer taps, TVs & a game room.
Wicked Sisters
RestaurantsSotto Sopra
RestaurantsIn Mount Vernon’s art-filled townhouse, Sotto Sopra turns local seafood, handmade pastas, and roasted meats into Northern Italian comfort…
Sotto Sopra
RestaurantsBlack Hog BBQ & Bar
RestaurantsBrisket that actually melts, ribs with a proper tug, and pulled pork that tastes like someone babysat it all day... Black Hog BBQ & Bar is…
Black Hog BBQ & Bar
RestaurantsFirebirds Wood Fired Grill
RestaurantsChain restaurant serving steaks, seafood & cocktails in an upscale lodgelike setting.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
RestaurantsTre Fratelli Italian Ristorante
RestaurantsUnassuming and casual Italian eatery serving pizzas, pasta dishes, salads and antipasti.
Tre Fratelli Italian Ristorante
RestaurantsKPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
RestaurantsAll-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and hot pot restaurant featuring table grills and cook-your-own fare.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
RestaurantsYama Sushi Bar
RestaurantsYama Sushi Bar keeps things simple in the best way, with familiar rolls, teriyaki, and tempura that just hit the spot. Easy dine in,…
Yama Sushi Bar
RestaurantsManalú Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsManalú Italian Restaurant is all about real Italian family cooking, from brick-oven Pizza Napoletana to handcrafted pastas that taste like…
Manalú Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsTavern at Woodberry Kitchen
RestaurantsOld factory turned hip, rustic-chic place for refined New American fare with a farm-to-table bent.
Tavern at Woodberry Kitchen
RestaurantsJoJo's Restaurant & Tap House
RestaurantsCasual, brick-lined setting for globally inspired American eats & lots of craft beer.
JoJo's Restaurant & Tap House
RestaurantsRice and Noodles
RestaurantsRice and Noodles is a go-to for Vietnamese comfort food, the kind of bright, herb-packed flavors that revive a weekday and reward a lazy…
Rice and Noodles
RestaurantsIndochine Restaurant
RestaurantsSmall and unassuming in the best way, Indochine Restaurant turns out Vietnamese comfort staples that actually taste like someone’s grandma…
Indochine Restaurant
RestaurantsClark Burger - York Rd
RestaurantsCraving crispy fries buried under gravy and squeaky cheese? Clark Burger - York Rd is the Canadian-inspired burger spot rocking all-natural…
Clark Burger - York Rd
Restaurants7th Street Burger Canton
RestaurantsNYC-born 7th Street Burger Canton keeps it refreshingly simple with made-to-order smashburgers and fries, smashed right every time. When…
7th Street Burger Canton
RestaurantsShoyou Sushi
RestaurantsCraving something beyond your usual tuna-avocado routine, hit up Shoyou Sushi in Federal Hill for classic maki and sashimi plus playful…
Shoyou Sushi
RestaurantsAngeli’s Pizzeria & Bar
RestaurantsCasual pizzeria and bar serving pizza pies (gluten-free and vegan options available) along with wings, lasagna, espresso and beer.
Angeli’s Pizzeria & Bar
RestaurantsFacci Baltimore
RestaurantsContemporary choice for housemade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and other Italian dishes, plus open kitchen views.
Facci Baltimore
RestaurantsWye Oak Tavern
RestaurantsWhen you want a proper cut and a pour that shows off, Wye Oak Tavern brings big-steak energy, a sneaky-great tavern burger, and a cocktail…
Wye Oak Tavern
RestaurantsLantern Sushi
RestaurantsLantern Sushi in Frederick is the spot when your sushi cravings refuse to be reasonable, with made-to-order rolls, sashimi, and sizzling…
Lantern Sushi
RestaurantsHard Rock Cafe
RestaurantsRock ’n’ roll-themed chain with a high-energy vibe serving burgers & American classics.
Hard Rock Cafe
Restaurants7th Sister
Restaurants7th Sister channels Mid-Atlantic flavor and Frederick lore inside a historic home, with Chef Christian Blouin plating oysters in blackberry…
7th Sister
RestaurantsTempo Di Pasta
RestaurantsHomemade, fresh pasta is churned out at this casual Italian restaurant for both dine-in and takeaway.
Tempo Di Pasta
RestaurantsPie in the Sky
RestaurantsDough made from scratch, homemade sauces, and toppings chopped fresh make Pie in the Sky a legit go-to for both classic and creative pies.…
Pie in the Sky
RestaurantsSaisaki Asian Fusion
RestaurantsSaisaki Asian Fusion nails the weeknight craving with sushi, Thai favorites, and other Asian specialties in a cozy, neighborhood setting.…
Saisaki Asian Fusion
RestaurantsBeef 'n Buns 'n Paradise
RestaurantsBeef 'n Buns 'n Paradise keeps it classic with 100% local fresh ground chuck from Mt. Airy Meat Locker, rib eye subs, no filler crab cakes,…
Beef 'n Buns 'n Paradise
RestaurantsMonocacy Crossing Restaurant
RestaurantsMonocacy Crossing Restaurant is Frederick’s reliable treat-yourself spot, serving creative contemporary American plates from Chef Rich…
Monocacy Crossing Restaurant
RestaurantsOutback Steakhouse
RestaurantsBoisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.
Outback Steakhouse
RestaurantsAmerican Wings & Pizza
RestaurantsAmerican Wings & Pizza nails the no-frills, big-flavor thing with saucy wings, handcrafted pies, burgers, and Italian subs made with fresh,…
American Wings & Pizza
RestaurantsThe PaperMoon Diner
RestaurantsFunky, knickknack-laden diner serving burgers, vegetarian food & traditional breakfast.
The PaperMoon Diner
RestaurantsSouthside Burger Bar
RestaurantsBar, Burger shack and eatery featuring gourmet burgers, hot dogs and subs, plus fries.
Southside Burger Bar
RestaurantsAmicci's of Little Italy
RestaurantsAn extensive menu of classic Italian dishes in a traditional setting with easygoing, rustic decor.
Amicci's of Little Italy
RestaurantsSUSHIBRUCE YA
RestaurantsSushibruce Ya keeps it intimate and rooted in the true tradition of Japanese cuisine, turning out pristine sushi, sashimi, and rolls with a…
SUSHIBRUCE YA
RestaurantsEasy Like Sunday
RestaurantsBreakfast and brunch staples with vegan options served in a cozy setting at the Village of Cross Keys.
Easy Like Sunday
RestaurantsKooper's Tavern
RestaurantsKooper's Tavern is that Fells Point standby where the burger lineup runs from Angus and Kobe to lamb and black bean, backed by fresh…
Kooper's Tavern
RestaurantsBackslash Burger (Formerly Fifty Fifty)
RestaurantsBurgers with signature patty blends and a variety of toppings, plus fries and fried chicken.
Backslash Burger (Formerly Fifty Fifty)
RestaurantsTexas Roadhouse
RestaurantsLively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.
Texas Roadhouse
RestaurantsOrchard Restaurant
RestaurantsSince 1988, Orchard Restaurant has quietly nailed the whole fresh-and-homemade thing, from whole wheat bread and big-deal salads to…
Orchard Restaurant
RestaurantsCucina Massi
RestaurantsWhether you're craving bubbling lasagna, tender grilled calamari, or the kind of Italian standards that feel like a hug after I-70 traffic,…
Cucina Massi
RestaurantsThe Barn & Lodge At The Rotunda
RestaurantsFrom scratch-made Family Meals built to feed 4 to 5 to a legit Sunday Brunch, The Barn & Lodge At The Rotunda leans into locally sourced…
The Barn & Lodge At The Rotunda
RestaurantsPho & More
RestaurantsPho & More is simmering a 24-hour bone broth that turns their freshly prepared pho into a hug in a bowl. Settle in for family-style vibes…
Pho & More
RestaurantsSilver Diner
RestaurantsModeled after the classic American diner, this regional chain supplies comfort fare & jukebox tunes.
Silver Diner
RestaurantsMISSION BBQ
RestaurantsCasual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.
MISSION BBQ
RestaurantsAzumi
RestaurantsStylish Japanese restaurant with sushi, seafood, steaks, sake & cocktails.
Azumi
RestaurantsBuffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsChain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Buffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsPizza Harbor
RestaurantsPizza Harbor is a locally-owned Federal Hill spot mixing Baltimore flavors with Ukrainian heart. Expect hand-kneaded pies including a…
Pizza Harbor
RestaurantsFestival at Woodholme
RestaurantsFestival at Woodholme is that easy off-the-beltway spot locals use for efficient errands that accidentally become lunch. Trader Joe's for…
Festival at Woodholme
RestaurantsGolden Corral Buffet & Grill
RestaurantsFamily-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
RestaurantsLucky Corner Vietnamese Cuisine
RestaurantsWhen that urge for bright herbs, rich broth, and a generous tangle of noodles hits, Lucky Corner Vietnamese Cuisine delivers comfort…
Lucky Corner Vietnamese Cuisine
RestaurantsThe Outpost American Tavern
RestaurantsWith a dark-wood, cozy vibe and a menu that riffs on American comfort without getting precious, The Outpost American Tavern nails the…
The Outpost American Tavern
RestaurantsMadrones
RestaurantsAmerican eatery offering burgers, steaks & seafood, plus Sunday brunch & a full bar with craft beer.
Madrones
RestaurantsBlack Hog BBQ & Bar
RestaurantsWhen you want legit, no-nonsense 'cue without leaving town, Black Hog BBQ & Bar nails the basics with tender ribs, wings, and sides that…
Black Hog BBQ & Bar
RestaurantsRiver Bar & Grill
RestaurantsRiver Bar & Grill brings the best of Mexican and Salvadoran comfort to downtown, with pupusas that hit the spot, enchiladas worth lingering…
River Bar & Grill
RestaurantsPistarro's
RestaurantsPistarro's runs a handmade-in-Naples oven that turns out blistered, chewy pies with just the right kiss of smoke, and the vibe is peak…
Pistarro's
RestaurantsThe Point In Fells
RestaurantsFor a quick Baltimore escape that actually feels worth the drive, The Point In Fells nails it with a waterfront patio, locally inspired…
The Point In Fells
RestaurantsBellisario's Pizza
RestaurantsLocally owned since 2000, Bellisario's Pizza turns out New York-style pies the way Frederick likes them, plus Sicilian squares, calzones,…
Bellisario's Pizza
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsMISSION BBQ
RestaurantsCasual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.
MISSION BBQ
RestaurantsIl Forno Pizzeria
RestaurantsFamily-owned for over 35 years and voted Best Pizza, Il Forno Pizzeria keeps things simple in the best way with homemade dough,…
Il Forno Pizzeria
RestaurantsThe Garage
RestaurantsPizzeria serving wood-fired pies, plus wings and sandwiches, as well as burgers.
The Garage
RestaurantsMama's on the Half Shell
RestaurantsPopular tavern offering ample portions of stick-to-your-ribs seafood & a big oyster selection.
Mama's on the Half Shell
RestaurantsAmpersea
RestaurantsNew American fare (made partly with produce grown by local at-risk youth) in contemporary environs.
Ampersea
RestaurantsShowroom
RestaurantsShowroom brings Bryan Voltaggio’s modern spin to Mid-Atlantic comfort in a chic former car dealership, turning fried chicken, duck fat…
Showroom
RestaurantsAbbey Burger Fells Point
RestaurantsLocal pub featuring all manner of burgers, from veggie to wild game, plus beer & spiked shakes.
Abbey Burger Fells Point
RestaurantsIsabella's Taverna & Tapas Bar
RestaurantsRelaxed Spanish eatery offering tapas & an extensive wine list in a brick-&-wood dining room.
Isabella's Taverna & Tapas Bar
RestaurantsTapas Teatro
RestaurantsTapas Teatro nails the shareable-night-out vibe with intoxicating red or white sangria, little-neck clams steamed in sherry, and a classic…
Tapas Teatro
RestaurantsDi Pasquale's
RestaurantsDi Pasquale's nails the Baltimore classic, a hefty Italian sub stacked with capicola, mortadella, salami, peppered ham, provolone, and the…
Di Pasquale's
RestaurantsPIGS BBQ
RestaurantsOver in Frederick, Pigs BBQ is the kind of slow-smoked, hand-rubbed, sauce-happy barbecue you remember for days, with brisket and pork plus…
PIGS BBQ
RestaurantsCafe Nola
RestaurantsNeed a quick mood lift that actually lasts beyond the first sip? Cafe Nola pairs rotating local art with a veg-friendly menu and a cocktail…
Cafe Nola
RestaurantsLazy fish
RestaurantsDowntown’s Lazy Fish keeps things fun with inventive sushi, Asian wings, and fusion plates that actually work. Chef Pong, a Thailand…
Lazy fish
RestaurantsIsabella's Brick Oven
RestaurantsCozy counter-service choice for handmade Italian grub such as brick-oven pies, panini & subs.
Isabella's Brick Oven
RestaurantsUnderground Pizza Baltimore
RestaurantsCasual eatery with exposed-brick walls serving Detroit-style pizzas, salads & arancini balls.
Underground Pizza Baltimore
RestaurantsK-Town Takeout
RestaurantsK-Town Takeout keeps Frederick fed with authentic Korean favorites and fresh sushi options, from flavorful rice bowls and bento boxes to…
K-Town Takeout
RestaurantsGunther & Co.
RestaurantsGunther & Co. serves Modern American cooking that’s globally influenced, craft cocktails, and an airy bi-level space with a patio in a…
Gunther & Co.
RestaurantsHootch and Banter
RestaurantsDestination for an imaginative Modern American menu served in a sophisticated yet relaxed space.
Hootch and Banter
RestaurantsIl Porto Restaurant
RestaurantsSince 1996, Il Porto Restaurant has been serving classic Italian comfort in Downtown Frederick, with a dinner menu that hits all the…
Il Porto Restaurant
RestaurantsHomeSlyce - Mt. Vernon
RestaurantsLively, contemporary "pizza bar" offering specialty pies, beer, sports on TV & games for kids.
HomeSlyce - Mt. Vernon
RestaurantsTin Corner
RestaurantsTin Corner is slinging slow-simmered pho with real depth, crispy spring rolls, and vermicelli bowls alongside fun curveballs like Tin’s…
Tin Corner
RestaurantsVocelli Pizza - Frederick
RestaurantsEast Coast-based chain serving artisanal pizzas & other Italian sandwiches & salads.
Vocelli Pizza - Frederick
RestaurantsFrederick Soups and Comfort Foods
RestaurantsCharming venue with cozy seating serving fresh, homemade, healthy soups as well as salads, sandwiches, wraps, chilies and more.
Frederick Soups and Comfort Foods
RestaurantsWag's Restaurant
RestaurantsWag's Restaurant has been a Historic Downtown Frederick staple since 1981, 8 Steps Below The Competition and voted Best Burger in Frederick…
Wag's Restaurant
RestaurantsUp on Market Bistro & Inn
RestaurantsBistro, inn and eatery serves French-inspired fare including bistro classics and pastries, alongside beer and wine.
Up on Market Bistro & Inn
RestaurantsMaGerk's Pub & Grill | Federal Hill
RestaurantsWhether you're chasing an authentic cheesesteak, an Orange Crush, or wall-to-wall gameday with memorabilia everywhere, MaGerk's Pub & Grill…
MaGerk's Pub & Grill | Federal Hill
RestaurantsChaps Pit Beef Baltimore
RestaurantsChaps Pit Beef Baltimore does the thin-sliced, charcoal-fired pit beef right, plus turkey, pork, BBQ chicken and ribs alongside hand cut…
Chaps Pit Beef Baltimore
RestaurantsPho Bac
RestaurantsVietnamese sandwiches, soups & other comfort eats dished up in cozy digs with a few outdoor tables.
Pho Bac
RestaurantsBig Bad Wolf's House of Barbeque
RestaurantsCarolina, Texas & other styles of BBQ served from a small smokehouse specializing in takeout.
Big Bad Wolf's House of Barbeque
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