You’ve probably landed on this page looking for the Best Restaurants in Frederick, MD. You’re in luck! We are Frederick locals with extensive knowledge about the many Frederick restaurants, and in this article, we list our favorites.
The Frederick, MD, restaurant scene is highly underrated and often overshadowed by its D.C. and Baltimore neighbors.
But for a town its size, the diversity of places to eat in Frederick is tremendous, and new Frederick restaurants seem to always be popping up.
Contents - The 26 Best Restaurants in Frederick MD
Downtown Frederick Restaurants Map
The Frederick Maryland Restaurant Scene
One of the things that attracted both Nicole and me to Fredrick was the vibrant restaurant and bar scene, especially downtown.
After many years living in the area, we have a long list of Frederick eateries we rotate through regularly.
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- Ricci
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- Black Hog BBQ
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- Tsunami
Frederick is growing, and new restaurants are consistently opening in the area. We love being early visitors to a new place in town.
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- Showroom
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- Sumittra Thai
One of the prime contributors to Frederick’s upscale culinary scene is celebrity chef Bryan Voltaggio (Wye Oak Tavern and Showroom). But you can just as easily find great pizza or a delicious burger in Frederick.
Note that this list mostly includes Downtown Frederick Restaurants. Most of our favorites and best restaurants in Frederick are in the downtown area along Market Street.
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- The Wine Kitchen
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- Il Porto
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- Bloom Asian Haus
A few places on the list, such as Dutch’s Daughter, The Garage, and Ricci, are located in the outlying neighborhoods of Frederick and are definitely worth checking out.
What Criteria Do We Use in Rankings?
We rank restaurants based on the overall dining experience (which admittedly is highly subjective). But in no particular order, here are the criteria for a great dining experience:
- The Food Menu and Quality of Food
- The Drink Menu and Quality of Drinks (wine list, beer list, cocktail list)
- The Restaurant’s Overall Vibe
- Dining Area, with a bonus for Outdoors
- The Service
- Local Ingredients – Local Meat, Produce, Wines, Beers, Spirits (very important to us)
Changes in the Frederick Restaurant Scene Going Into 2026
As in most years, Frederick had several restaurant openings and closings in 2025. The Ordinary Hen, which replaced local favorite Thacher and Rye in 2024, closed in 2025.
A new restaurant (7th Sister) has opened in the same building, led by Chef Christian Blouin, who was previously at Firestone’s Tavern.
Speaking of Firestone’s, its previous prominent location at the corner of N. Market and Church St. has a new venue. Fire and Oak Culinary Tavern opened in December 2025 and has a similar vibe.
New or Re-Opened Frederick Restaurants in 2025
7th Sister
www.7thsister.com 7th Sister opened in May 2025 in the building that was previously occupied by The Ordinary Hen and Thacher and Rye. It still has a great bar!
The River Bar and Grill
RiverBarGrillFrederick.com The River Bar and Grill in downtown Frederick re-opened in August 2025 after closing in 2024 due to a fire. It's a great place for Mexican food, margaritas, tequila, and a great sports bar in Frederick.
Fire & Oak Culinary Tavern
FireandOakRestaurant.com This is the new gastropub that has replaced the Frederick favorite, Firestone's Tavern in downtown. Good gastropub in downtown.
Did we miss a place? Did we rank something too high or low? Let us know in the comments.
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1. Wye Oak Tavern
Category: Modern
Why We Love It: It’s only been a little more than a year since the December 2024 opening of the Wye Oak Tavern at the brand new Visitation Hotel in downtown Frederick. But the hype and buzz are still there.
Wye Oak Tavern is a creation of celebrity chefs and Frederick’s own Bryan and Michael Voltaggio. It’s an upscale restaurant whose prominent feature is not just its menu, but its location in what was once a monastery’s chapel. The bar, for example, is built around the former altar (!?).
The former sacred aspects of the restaurant are a huge part of the dining experience. But the bar, food menu, and service are stellar. The menu is varied, with a focus on beef and steaks, and a big emphasis on local.
I noticed recently that Wye Oak made Tom Sietsema’s 2025 Top 40 Restaurants in Around D.C.
Nicole and I have returned there several times, and can personally confirm we are lucky to have this restaurant in Frederick!
- Wye Oak Tavern Menu
- Reservations (OpenTable)
- $$$$
- Epic Meal: Prime Rib + Sides + Cabernet
Check Out Glenn and Nicole's Visit to The Visitation Hotel and Wye Oak Tavern!
2. Up on Market Bistro
Category: French
Why We Love It: Up on Market has plenty to love, especially if you like French- or European-style bistros. It’s set in a historic building at the north end of Market Street and has been transformed into a bistro that looks very Parisian.
The menu has exquisite French classics like duck, bourguignon, and moules (mussels). It may also be the best place to get a steak in Frederick, as the filet mignon with frites is divine.
The French-inspired wine list and unique offering of aperitifs and digestifs make it an even more enjoyable place to dine. It also has a fabulous brunch on the weekends.
Nicole and I adore this place, and we always try to get Francis, the owner/operator, to serve us (and recommend you do the same). His life-story only enhances the experience!
Up on Market is jointly run with Inn on Market, a four-room inn that’s one of the best places to stay in Frederick.
- Up on Market Menu
- Reservations - Phone Only +1.240.831.4847
- $$$$
- Epic Meal: Filet Migon + Frites + Bordeaux Red
3. Fifty Fifty Burger
Category: Burger
Why We Love It: It may be odd to have a burger joint this high on the list, especially one in the back of a brewery. But this is truly one of the best dining experiences in Frederick. Of the many places to get a burger in Frederick, the best is Fifty Fifty.
The fact that you can pair it with craft beer from Olde Mother Brewing (Fifty Fifty is in the back of this top-rated Frederick brewery) only makes it better.
Fifty Fifty burgers get their name and their awesome deliciousness from the fact that their patties mix 50% beef with 50% bacon. Why it took someone so long to think of this, I’ll never know.
Fifty Fifty also has excellent chicken sandwiches, and a MUST order is the Old Bay Fries. Enjoy!
- FIfty Fifty Menu
- $$
- Epic Meal: Fifty Fifty Burger + Old Bay Fries + Hank Draft Beer
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4. White Rabbit Gastropub
Category: Gastropub
Why We Love It: The most difficult part of eating at White Rabbit is finding the place (it’s tucked away 1/2 block off Market Street) and getting a table (no reservations). But once you are there, dining at White Rabbit is one of the best experiences in Frederick.
White Rabbit accurately describes itself as a Gastropub. It has a pub atmosphere, with an interesting beer list and killer cocktails.
But it also serves restaurant-worthy food, including delicious appetizers, salads, and sandwiches (including a great burger).
As locals know, White Rabbit’s forte is pizza, and their Detroit-style pizza is some of the best pizza you can find in Frederick.
In fact, one of Nicole’s and my favorite things to do on a night out in Frederick is to secure two seats at the upstairs bar at White Rabbit (one of the best bars in Frederick). I usually indulge in some interesting craft beer while she has cocktails, but we both enjoy their fabulous Detroit-style pizza. It’s a must-do in Frederick!
- White Rabbit Menu
- Reservations (none)
- $$
- Epic Meal: Detroit Style Pizza + Craft Beer
5. the Wine Kitchen on the Creek
Category: Modern
Why We Love It: This is another of Frederick’s special occasion restaurants. The Wine Kitchen on the Creek benefits from a stellar location right on Carroll Creek, and its wine-oriented fine-dining concept with plenty of creative flair.
There’s a variety of steak dishes, as well as other appetizers and entrees that complement the wine (like duck, paella, and gnocchi). Of course, wine lovers will enjoy the internationally focused wine list, which is organized to encourage ordering ‘flights’ (sets of 3-4 tastes of wine).
We love the Wine Kitchen because it’s an upscale place in Frederick and often lively (a great bar for drinks in Frederick).
Plus, it’s so centrally located that you can stroll Carroll Creek before or after your meal or hit up another Frederick hot spot for another drink (try out the McClintock Back Bar!).
- The Wine Kitchen Menu
- Reservations Link
- $$$$
- Epic Meal: Roasted Rockfish + Flight of Whites
Watch Nicole and Glenn's Date Night at The Wine Kitchen on the Creek!
6. Bentztown
Category: Gastropub
Why We Love It: Bentztown opened in 2024 in Frederick and is already one of our favorites.
It’s a creation of the owners of Monocacy Brewing and Brewer’s Alley, with a Nashville/Music City theme that combines a great bar, upscale Southern food, and live performances.
There are delicious modern Southern appetizers and entrees, but the sandwiches seem the most popular, and for good reason. Handhelds like the smoked BBQ brisket, nasty hot chicken, and smash burger are the stars of this gastropub.
A plethora of cocktails, whiskeys, draft beers, and even bourbon flights make this a great drinks venue. Check out the events schedule and possibly visit on an afternoon or evening when a local band is playing.
- Bentztown Menu
- Reservations Link
- $$$
- Epic Meal: BBQ Brisket + Monocacy Brewtiful Lager
Watch Nicole and Glenn Visit Bentztown in Frederick!
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7. Hooch and Banter
Category: Gastropub
Why We Love It: As a Frederick resident, the problem with building a list like this is that you have so many favorite places. For example, Hootch and Banter could easily be my favorite place in Frederick to go for a drink and a meal.
H&B is small but packs a large punch. The menu includes some of the best sandwiches in town (try The Banter 2.0 – corned beef), and also some great elevated pub entrees.
It has one of my favorite bars in town (it’s small, so fight for a seat). It serves creative cocktails and a wide selection of local beers.
Because it is small, centrally located, and doesn’t take reservations, getting a table or a seat at the bar at H&B makes any day feel like a special day.
- Hootch and Banter Menu
- Reservations (none)
- $$
- Epic Meal: The Banter 2.0 + Craft Beer
8. Il Porto
Category: Italian
Why We Love It: Frederick residents and visitors can get a taste of Little Italy without going all the way to Baltimore at Il Porto, Frederick’s best Italian restaurant.
Il Porto serves up traditional Italian in a casual environment on the south side of downtown.
This place is packed on weekends, with diners enjoying pasta, specials like Rockfish and Ossobucco, and lots of red Italian wine. The classics like lasagna and eggplant parm are fabulous.
It’s a ‘can’t miss’ menu, and you can return for many meals without ordering the same thing.
Save room for dessert – fabulous tiramisu and cannoli!
- Il Porto Menu
- Reservations - Phone Only +1.301.620.7480
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Veal Parm + Barolo Wine + Tiramisu
9. The Tasting Room
Category: Modern
Why We Love It: We consider The Tasting Room one of the anchor restaurants in downtown Frederick. It’s located right in the heart of the city, at the corner of Market and Church Street, and is one of the best fine-dining restaurants in Frederick.
Open since 2000, The Tasting Room is rivaled by only a few places in Frederick for the sophistication of its food and wine menu (The Wine Kitchen is probably most similar).
The bar and cocktails list alone are worth visiting, and while somewhat small, it’s one of the best places to get a cocktail in downtown Frederick.
After some remodeling in 2024, the dining room is also more modern and stylish than ever. The giant windows overlooking downtown Frederick make it one of the city’s best places for fine dining.
- The Tasting Room Menu
- Reservations (OpenTable)
- $$$$
- Epic Meal: Sea Scallops + California Sauvignon Blanc
10. The Garage
Category: Pizza / Burger
Why We Love It: The Garage is one of those off-the-beaten-path places that you find and make your hometown amazing.
It’s located in an industrial area near the airport, close to Dragon Distillery, and not in a heavily trafficked area where people are looking for pizza or beer.
But once discovered, it’s immediately on your regular rotation of restaurants.
Their specialty is pizza, which they cook in their wood-fired oven, producing many interesting creations (such as the Farrell – white sauce, caramelized onions, mushrooms, and truffle oil).
But our recommended Epic Meal is the burger. In fact, the Garage may have the best burger in Frederick, and when paired with a craft beer and their Old Bay Fries, you have just discovered one of the best eating experiences in Frederick.
- The Garage Menu
- Reservations (None)
- $$
- Epic Meal: Burger + Craft Beer
11. Dutch's Daughter
Category: Steak
Why We Love It: This is another Frederick restaurant that could be much higher on the list. Dutch’s Daughter is probably the most popular restaurant in Frederick, and if you’ve been there for a steak dinner, you know why.
Dutch’s has a 40-year history in the area and has built its reputation by serving signature steaks, crab cakes, and everything else that makes a steakhouse great.
The Dutch’s Daughter menu also includes a great wine list and some delectable desserts.
Dutch’s Daughter is a big restaurant with multiple dining rooms. For the best vibe, we recommend you try it at Dutch’s Dungeon, the basement bar. You definitely want to make a reservation (by phone only).
- Dutch's Daughter Menu
- Reservations - Phone Only +1.301.668.9500
- $$$$
- Epic Meal: Crab Cake Appetizer + New York Strip + Napa Cabernet Savignon
12. Pistarro's
Category: Italian / Pizza
Why We Love It: Pistarro’s is one of the best Italian restaurants in Frederick.
In fact, on weekend nights, Nicole and I often try to get seats at the bar, order Italian wine, and enjoy the wide variety of appetizers, antipasti, pizzas, pastas, and desserts Pistarro’s serves.
Pistarro’s has a family restaurant vibe, often packed with parents and kids enjoying classic Italian food. But it’s also nice enough to be a date-night ristorante, especially if it’s warm enough to sit outside on the patio.
The pizza and pasta are both excellent. I’ve also enjoyed the chicken parmesan, and honestly, it’s hard to find anything on the Pistarro’s menu that isn’t good.
Save room for dessert!
- Pistarro's Menu
- Reservations (None)
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Meatballs App + Margherita Pizza + Chianti
13. Showroom
Category: Brunch / Modern
Why We Love It: Showroom is another special restaurant in Frederick. A versatile spot, it’s a premier brunch restaurant in Frederick and excellent for lunch or dinner as well.
Showroom is another Bryan Voltaggio creation (Wye Oak Tavern), and the theme is ‘modern American’. It’s undergone a few name changes; some residents probably remember it as Family Meal until it was rebranded in 2021.
Showroom is set up like a diner. In fact, our favorite way to enjoy it is at the counter.
The food is upscale Southern diner food. There are some killer appetizers like deviled eggs and cheddar chive biscuits, and entrees like fried half chicken and meatloaf.
Showroom has one of the best brunch menus in town. The chicken & waffles and biscuits with sausage gravy are fantastic. Oh…Showroom serves alcohol, including ‘adult milkshakes‘!
- Showroom Menu
- Reservations - OpenTable LInk
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Cheddar Chive Biscuits + Chicken & Waffels + Coffee
14. Cucina Massi
Category: Italian
Why We Love It: The back terrace! Cucina Massi is another excellent Italian restaurant in Frederick that reminds you of Little Italy in Baltimore.
It serves all the classics with some Maryland influence (Linguini with Crab Meat).
But what we love most about this place is the back terrace.
In nice weather, you can opt to dine in the very back of the restaurant, outside on this lovely terrace tucked away in the middle of downtown Frederick. It has a great vibe and is one of the best dining experiences in town.
But don’t sleep on the food at Cucina Massi. I’ve had the lasagna, eggplant parm, and margarita pizza. They are all fabulous, and there’s a great list of Italian wines to enjoy.
- Cucina Massi Menu
- Reservations (None)
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Linguine with Crab Meat + Super Tuscan
15. Tsunami Ramen
Category: Asian
Why We Love It: Ramen is often associated with cheap food that college kids eat, and finding delicious gourmet ramen can be hard. But you can find tasty and creative ramen at Tsunami Ramen right in downtown Frederick.
It’s an eclectic place with colorful Asian decor and an interesting menu, featuring Asian-themed appetizers and creative cocktails that incorporate ingredients like shochu, a Japanese spirit.
The ramen is the star of the show, and they offer a variety of flavorful ramen dishes featuring chicken, pork, or vegetables. There are classic Japanese-style flavors, as well as several spicy curry ramen options.
We don’t get takeout very often, but when we do, we often get Tsunami ramen takeout to eat at home.
- Tsunami Ramen Menu
- Reservations - Call or Email
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Red Curry Ramen + Sapporo Draft Beer
16. Ricci
Category: Italian
Why We Love It: Tucked away in the Worman’s Mill Village Center on the north side of town is a secret Italian spot that I’m guessing many Frederick residents haven’t discovered – Ricci.
Ricci is a modern, sleek-looking Italian restaurant with an emphasis on seafood. You can get all your mainstay pastas, antipasti, and pizza at Ricci. But the seafood pasta dishes seem to be their thing.
Great cocktails, a (limited) but decent set of wines, and some fabulous desserts complete the formula for a night out for Italian.
- Ricci Menu
- Reservations (Resy)
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Aruguletta + Linguine alla Pescatore + Pinot Grigio
17. Brewer's Alley
Category: Gastropub
Why We Love It: Brewer’s Alley is considered the epicenter of Frederick, given its central downtown location and its gravity pull on eaters and drinkers.
Brewer’s Alley is a brewery (though most beers are brewed at its offsite Monocacy Crossing facility), bar, and restaurant.
Its best feature may be the rooftop terrace that sits above the ‘alley’ and is one of the best places in Frederick to have a drink.
The building itself has a lot of history, dating back to 1765, and has served as a town hall, opera house, and, of course, a brewery!
Don’t sleep on the food at Brewer’s Alley; we think their burger is one of the best in Frederick.
- Brewer's Alley Menu
- Reservations Link
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Double Smash Burger + Sweet Potato Frieds + IPA
18. Maxwell's Burgers & Shakes
Category: Burgers
Why We Love It: Frederick is lucky to have several great burger joints in town, and one of the best is Maxwell’s.
Located on Patrick St, a few blocks from Market, Maxwell’s does burgers, fries, shakes, and adult beverages right. It’s one of our ‘go-to’ places for a no-decision-making meal in Frederick.
Maxwell’s is a creation of Wine Kitchen on the Creek (the same owners). The Steakhouse Burgers and Waygu Burger are tremendous, and when paired with Maxwell’s fries or tater tots and a shake, it’s a slam-dunk meal.
Maxwell’s also serves wine and beer, including local favorite Attaboy beer.
Don’t sleep on the Chicken Sandwich or WK Fish O Filet. Vegans will appreciate that all burgers can be made Impossible.
A must-visit place in Frederick!
- Maxwells Menu
- Reservations (None)
- $$
- Epic Meal: Waygu Burger + Max Fries + Adult Vanilla Milkshake
19. Lazy Fish
Category: Asian
Why We Love It: Every decent food town needs a good sushi restaurant, and Lazy Fish is that restaurant in Frederick.
Another restaurant in the Patrick Street cluster, it is jointly run by the owners of Sumittra Thai.
Lazy Fish is a modern Asian bistro offering creative sushi rolls, lots of yummy Asian appetizers, and a great drink menu.
In fact, you can have a super delicious meal without even ordering sushi. The hot Asian Wings are particularly good.
But if you are like Nicole and me, sushi is on your regular restaurant rotation, so when at Lazy Fish, we are eating sushi.
The nigiri and sashimi are always fresh, and there’s always a new creative roll to try. The Lady Spider (soft shell crab tempura) continues to be my favorite.
- Lazy Fish Menu
- Reservations - Phone Only +1.301.695.9656
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Miso Soup + Lazy Spider Roll + Nigori Sake
20. Cafe Nola
Category: Brunch
Why We Love It: I heard about Cafe Nola before I moved to Frederick. A top-notch Brunch place always seems to get noticed.
Cafe Nola is one of Frederick’s best breakfast/brunch/ lunch spots. The long wait on weekends is the first tell.
The brunch menu is full of hits with items like Lox Benedict, Steak and Eggs, and my favorite – Migas. The sandwiches and salads are excellent as well.
But don’t just visit for lunch. Cafe Nola has full bar service, a great cocktail menu, and happy hour every 4-7 p.m.
- Cafe Nola Menu
- Reservations (None)
- $$
- Epic Meal: Migas + Coffee
21. Cugino Forno
Category: Pizza
Why We Love It: Cugino Forno burst on the scene in 2022 and now serves some of the best pizza in Frederick.
The North Carolina chain set up shop in Frederick in an ideal spot on the north side of downtown on Market Street near the intersection of Schifferstadt.
Their specialty is Neapolitan Pizza, which is hard not to love. Fresh ingredients and a homemade tomato sauce result in creations like the Margarita and Americano (pepperoni, buffalo cheese, basil, garlic).
Pair it with an Italian red wine or Peroni beer and one of their great salads for a delightful pizza outing.
The outdoor terrace is a lovely place to eat, despite being on a slightly busier stretch of Market Street. In fact, it’s hard to drive past Cugino Forno without immediately getting a craving for pizza.
- Cugino Forno Menu
- Reservations (None)
- $$
- Epic Meal: Pizza Margerita + Peroni
22. Cacique
Category: Latin / Mexican
Why We Love It: Cacique is a bright, colorful restaurant focused on Spanish and Mexican food.
It’s a popular place in downtown Frederick, partly because it has a beautiful, recently renovated bar and is a fun place to get a drink in downtown Frederick.
While the Mexican food is fine, we recommend skipping it and heading straight to Spain.
The house special is Paella, which is usually served for two. You can get the traditional Paella Valencia (seafood + chicken) or the Paella Marisco (all seafood). Both are fabulous.
There are a number of other unique Spanish dishes (roasted duck, bistec realeza). If you really want to go Mexican, the fajitas are a hit.
As mentioned, the bar is super fun, and the drink menu features several margaritas and sangrias.
- Cacique Menu
- Reservations - Toast
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Paella Marisco + Margaritas
23. Bloom Asian Haus
Category: Asian
Why We Love It: A trendy hot spot that opened in 2024 is Bloom Asian Haus.
Replacing Mirage Hookah Lounge on the north end of downtown, this bright, flowering Asian restaurant is a gem in Frederick.
Bloom is a fusion restaurant that combines Chinese, Thai, and other Asian cuisines. The menu has an interesting structure. There are a plethora of appetizers, including specialties like dumplings and bao buns.
The list of Asian Tapas includes things like squid leg karaage and Hokkaido scallop ceviche.
The entrees are a similar, varied (and somewhat strange) mix of Asian dishes with Maryland influence.
The thing you’ll probably notice most about Bloom is the decor. The flowering walls, ceiling, and light fixtures are almost as beautiful as the dishes.
They don’t take reservations except by phone, and you’ll want one on weekends.
- Bloom Menu
- Reservations - Phone Only +1.240.629.8251
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Pearl Dumpling + Soft Shell Crab Panang + Shochu
24. Black Hog BBQ
Category: BBQ
Why We Love It: Black Hog BBQ Frederick is part of a local chain with restaurants in Middletown, Urbana, Ashburn, VA, and Downtown Frederick.
They also have a food truck that is often seen around town. Of course, the common thread is real BBQ, and all the sides you love to go with it.
The Frederick location recently reopened after being closed for renovations since August 2023. The renovations included major upgrades to the kitchen, bar, and, most notably, the rooftop.
The rooftop now has a bar and dining area, which is definitely worth a visit. In fact, we think the rooftop at Black Hog BBQ is one of the coolest places to eat in downtown Frederick.
With free parking and great BBQ, it’s a must-visit in Frederick!
- Black Hog BBQ Menu
- Reservations (None)
- $$
- Epic Meal: Smoked Pork Shoulder Platter + Iced Tea + Banana Cream Pie
Watch Nicole and Glenn Check Out Newly Renovated Black Hog BBQ in Frederick!
25. Sumittra Thai
Category: Asian
Why We Love It: Just like sushi, pizza, Mexican, and BBQ, Thai food is in our regular rotation. In downtown Frederick, that means Sumittra Thai, downtown Frederick’s best local Thai restaurant.
Sumittra is run by the same owners as Lazy Fish upstairs and has been serving up Thai noodle and curry dishes since 2011.
If you like Thai food, you’ll find all the hits on the menu: Sa-Tay, Tom Yum Soup, Ka-Prao, Pad Thai, Drunken Noodle, and much more.
Sumittra is in the Patrick Street restaurant cluster, and doesn’t take reservations, so it gets crowded on weekends.
The dining room has a great vibe, and check out the Thai cocktails and beers!
- Sumittra Menu
- Reservations (None)
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Chicken Sa-Tay + Pad Thai + Bubble Tea
26. Fire & Oak Culinary Tavern
Category: Gastropub
Why We Love It: It was a jolt to the Frederick restaurant scene in 202 when Firestones closed at the corner of N. Market and Church St. The venue was a favorite restaurant and bar for locals for 20+ years.
The property got a new restaurant in December 2025 when Fire & Oak Culinary Tavern opened.
Nicole and I have tried it, and it reminds us a lot of Firestone’s. The food is upscale bar grub, and the vibe is still bustling and energetic.
- Fire & Oak Menu
- Reservations (Toast)
- $$$
- Epic Meal: Tavern Burger + Craft Beer
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So many good restaurants to choose from in Frederick but to leave out Isabellas which has been the best specialty restaurant 23 years in a row, it is comical they are not in top 25.