Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Frederick

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.

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.