Located on the outskirts of the city, accessibility is not one of Monocacy Crossing's strong points. But the restaurants popularity proves that people are willing to make an effort and travel the distance for a good dining experience. It would be quite easy to mistake the cozy looking house in which the restaurant sits, for a private residence if not for the prominent sign up front. Enter inside, and the atmosphere gets much more cozier and welcoming. Warm red hues dominate the dining room and the subdued lighting gives it a comfortable, almost homely feel. On offers is a fantastic selection of contemporary American specialties that's bound to delight one and all. Steaks and seafood receive good representation on the menu while creations like 'Red Miso Glazed Salmon over Purple Sticky Rice' warrant a try. A choice of salads prove to be good accompaniments. The wine list is well-chosen and offers some great options from California as well as other regions like France, Italy and Germany. Sit out at the large outdoor area for a delightfully casual meal.
Sitting at the ground level of the beautiful Hendrickson Building downtown, Isabella's renders an experience that's as striking as its surroundings. Exposed brick walls greet you inside and stand testimony to the history of the place. Most of the interiors retain the its original features, with some thoughtful contemporary touches and lighting choices making for an elegant, yet comfortable dining room. Tapas is the name of the game at Isabella's and you'll thoroughly enjoy the superb variety on offer. Apart from this, the extensive menu of Spanish specialties including classics like paella is sure to please one and all. Food menu changes seasonally and makes use of the freshest produce available. The wine list has a fair amount of variety, with some great choices in champagnes and bottled reds and whites. Try the sherries and sangria for an authentic experience. The patio is a popular affair.
While the historic building that houses Firestone's looks pretty much like a number of other ones that surround it in Frederick's historic center, it assumes a prominent character inside thanks to some smart retaining and reworking on the interiors. Original exposed brick walls blending in with the rich wood paneling and accents make for an extremely elegant atmosphere inside. Ornate lamps and a warm lighting overall accentuate atmosphere. Executive chef Jack Walker presents a menu of familiar looking American favorites with his own flavorful twists for a satisfying experience. The seemingly endless bar at Firestone's boasts of a drinks selection as large, and is an extremely popular affair not just to hang out with friends, but also to make new ones. Choose from a selection of no less than 80 beers spanning the globe and a superb wine list that has won accolades from Wine Spectator. Swing by during the popular happy hours for some great deals. Garnering rave reviews and a number of awards since its inception, Firestone's is easily one of the city's favorites.
Ranking among Eldersburg's favorite Italian restaurants, Liberatore has been delighting the city's palate for more than two decades now. Hearty Italian cooking dominates the kitchen at Liberatore with the menu offering an extensive choice in meat and seafood specialties. The pasta selection is diverse and should not be missed. The separate menu for kids should keep the little ones happy. The atmosphere inside is cozy with wooden hues and subtle lighting creating a warm vibe. The dining room has a constant, but non-interfering buzz with families and friends as well as couples making up the diverse crowd. The restaurant specializes in catering and hosting private events is a pleasure, with two characteristic spaces to accommodate varying size of groups. First of the five stellar locations to open around Maryland, Liberatore is the place to go for a hearty Italian meal with family or friends.
Kelley Farm Kitchen is a great option for health-conscious diners since this restaurant offers a myriad range of vegan and gluten-free delights. This is a typical American restaurant that features picnic-style seating. Kelley Farm Kitchen is owned by the husband-wife duo, Sondra and Ben Kelley and offers creative as well nutritious delights like burgers, nachos, sandwiches, sides and much more. The tasty and healthy delicacies are also quite inexpensive and do not put much weight on the pocket.
Budding culinary and hospitality professionals toil hard to make your experience, a memorable one at 200 Monroe. Part of the FCC Culinary Arts & Hospitality Institute, the restaurant provides a fantastic experience of a working restaurant to its students as they endeavor to graduate to a professional level. Experienced hands deftly guide the amateurs as they take on every challenge from cooking to plating and serving. The regularly changing menu offers a good amount of diversity everything from pizzas and steaks to seafood making an appearance. The spacious dining room, with warm lighting accents, overlooking the open kitchen a cozy affair and makes for a comfortable atmosphere. Stop by for a meal and you just might spot the next big thing in the city's food scene.
At Schmankerl Stube-Bavarian Inn, duo Dieter Blosel and Diana Collins delight their patrons with an authentic German fare. In a town which is flooded with restaurants serving American cuisine, Schmankerl comes as a welcome break for your palate. All the dishes served here are bound to take you on a culinary trip to Bavaria and back. Their German sausage plates, the wiener schnitzle and sauerbraten come highly recommended along with steaks and the Gorgonzola Filet. And do not think that this Bavarian gem would leave you thirsty, because Schmankerl Stube-Bavarian Inn serves over 30 German beers! Select a beer that stikes a chord with your palate and make merry while you surrender to the Bavarian charm that engulfs the restaurant.