MD · Columbia · $$
Blackwall Barn & Lodge brings polished comfort to Columbia
Strong ratings, a spacious setting and well-liked biscuits make this Columbia restaurant a promising choice for dates, groups and business lunches.
Yara Tahan
Maryland state editor
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MD · Great Falls · $$$$
L’Auberge Chez François Makes an Occasion of Dinner
A 4.8-star Great Falls favorite for traditional French cooking, polished service and leisurely prix fixe meals suited to milestone celebrations.
MD · Annapolis · $$
Carrol’s Creek Cafe delivers a polished Annapolis seafood dinner
Strong seafood, attentive service and pleasant outdoor dining support Carrol’s Creek Cafe’s 4.6-star rating, though salt and value draw some criticism.
MD · Gambrills · $$
The Blackwall Barn & Lodge suits brunches and big occasions
Strong ratings, a warm setting and celebration-ready service make this Gambrills restaurant a dependable choice for groups and brunch.
MD · Columbia · $$
Glenwood’s Columbia: Polished American Comfort Food
Strong ratings, attentive service and well-received comfort food make Glenwood’s a dependable choice for a lively Columbia lunch or dinner.
MD · Potomac · $$
MoCo’s Founding Farmers draws praise for food and service
A 4.6-star Potomac favorite with hearty American cooking, creative cocktails and notably warm service, though the dining room can get loud.
MD · Baltimore · $$$
Thames Street Oyster House Sets a High Bar for Baltimore Seafood
Strong reviews for crab cakes, oysters and lobster rolls make this busy Fells Point seafood restaurant a priority reservation.
MD · Annapolis · $$
Vin 909 Winecafe' pairs crisp pizza with a cozy setting
Strong public ratings point to crisp pizzas, seasonal cooking, thoughtful wine service and a wait that many Annapolis diners consider worthwhile.
MD · Frederick · $$$
Dutch’s Daughter pairs special-occasion polish with hearty fare
A 4.7-star Frederick mainstay known in reviews for steak, seafood, crab dishes, attentive service and an atmospheric lower-level dining room.
MD · Prince Frederick · $$
Jerry's Place: A Prince Frederick Seafood Gem
Jerry's Place in Prince Frederick, Maryland, stands out as a highly-rated seafood restaurant, frequently praised for its exceptional customer service, delicious food, and welcoming atmosphere.