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1. The Turn House
4.4
Awesome(1890)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Columbia
Booked 28 times today
The Turn House is a premier fine dining restaurant offering contemporary American cuisine with a touch of French flair. Our award-winning culinary team, led by Chef Thomas Zippelli, utilizes the freshest locally sourced ingredients to create dishes that are both visually stunning and palate-pleasing. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a night out with friends, our warm and welcoming atmosphere paired with exceptional service is sure to make your dining experience one to remember.
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2. Iron Bridge Wine Company - Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(5351)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Columbia
Booked 40 times today
Top notch restaurant and wine bar featuring a 35+ wine-by-the-glass offering, wine tasting flights, a full service restaurant highlighting farm to table cuisine, as well as a boutique retail wine shop that boasts a collection of small production wines from around the world. A full bar with signature cocktails using house made infusions and bottled beers are also available.
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3. Glenwood's - Stanford Grill: Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(8123)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Columbia
Booked 100 times today
Blueridge Restaurants Group, the owner of Stanford Grill, recently changed the name to Glenwood’s so that the name could be trademarked, and used outside of the Maryland region.At Glenwood's, food is our passion. With a unique focus on creating an inviting upscale casual dining experience, we serve fresh, familiar food in a high-energy, sophisticated setting. Our chefs prepare full-flavored food from scratch daily, using fresh seasonal ingredients. We stay true to classic American comfort food that is simple, but deliciously prepared. A knowledgeable team approach provides unwavering attention to delighting our guests with warm and consistent service. Stanford Grill's timeless atmosphere appeals to discerning adults who are seeking a dining experience that is energetic, upscale but approachable.
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4. Cava Mezze - Olney
4.8
Exceptional(1163)
Price: Moderate
• Greek • Olney
Booked 42 times today
Your neighborhood Mediterranean hangout, dedicated to shared plates and culinary excellence! Currently offering outdoor dining, and contactless curbside takeout and delivery.
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5. The White Oak Tavern
4.5
Awesome(613)
Price: Moderate
• American • Ellicott City
Booked 19 times today
The White Oak Tavern is a family-owned business, operated by a brother & sister that are Ellicott City locals. The menu includes seasonal scratch made items, sustainable meats & produce from local farms and purveyors. The White Oak Burger is a community favorite and has been recognized as the best burger in Howard County for several years. The outdoor patio is dog friendly with a special dog menu. The bar has 42 rotating craft beers with a wide selection of styles with a free-to-join mug club. This includes a specialty cocktail menu with different seasonal ingredients along with a fresh mocktail menu. The Tavern offers brunch seven days a week with bottomless brunch cocktails and Sunday jazz brunch from 11am-2pm. On Friday & Saturday local musicians perform from 8-11pm. White Oak is located in Enchanted Forest Shopping Center in Ellicott City. Make sure to stop by & try the award-winning burger, draft beers and see what the makes The Tavern unique. Cheers!
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6. Mad Chef Kitchen & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1103)
Price: Expensive
• American • Ellicott City
Booked 25 times today
The alluring boutique restaurant, mad chef kitchen & bar, offers a modern take on traditional cuisine in a welcoming and intimate atmosphere. Featuring fresh ingredients and influences from various modern cuisines; This gastro-pub houses a wide selection of diverse spirits, fine wines, signature cocktails, and craft beers. The new American cuisine paired with gracious service provides an extraordinary and memorable affair. Whether you're mixing your own cocktail in our industrial bar area or gathering around a table in our rustic dining room – together we turn our creative energy into a spectacular dining experience. yes, chef.
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7. Victoria Gastro Pub
4.5
Awesome(3073)
Price: Moderate
• International • Columbia
Booked 28 times today
Victoria Gastro Pub is a true neighborhood gem in Columbia. It's a place where the food, service, and ambience all come together to create a great experience. Reviewers consistently praise the creative, innovative menu and the attentive, friendly service. One reviewer even called it a 'neighborhood gem with the best beer list'. Others highlight the excellent food and service in a great, friendly atmosphere. This place is a go-to for locals and is sure to impress.
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8. Mannequin Pis
4.7
Exceptional(1247)
Price: Moderate
• Belgian • Olney
Booked 9 times today
Enjoy delicious, sophisticated Belgian Cuisine at Mannequin Pis in Olney. The food centers around mussels, but you can find worthy alternatives all over the menu starting from Chicken to Belgian Bier Beef Stew (Carbonnade)or a delicious Venision Sausage. We have extensive selection of Belgian Biers. Chimay, Delirium Tremens, Duvel and all the Trappistes Biers are here. We also take carry out orders over the phone everyday.
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9. Tino's Italian Bistro
4.4
Awesome(1276)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Columbia
Booked 21 times today
At Tino’s Italian Bistro we strive for perfection. We promote the classic Italian approach to dining, where friends and family can gather in a world-class atmosphere. Our customers keep coming back because we offer the best Italian cuisine in the Maryland area, with personalized, polished service and fresh, high quality food at reasonable prices!
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10. Skyvibe Restaurant and Lounge
3.0
Good(6)
Price: Moderate
• Global, International • Laurel
Booked 6 times today
Skyvibe launched the first rooftop, restaurant, and lounge destination residing on Main Street, Laurel Maryland. We are in the heart of the City of Laurel’s Historic District. Situated in an attractive 84-year-old renovated building, Skyvibe’s owner preserved many of the original aesthetics within the renovated structure. Skyvibe’s formation was inspired by its owner’s deep love of the City of Laurel, people, food, and community revitalization. At Skyvibe, we welcome the opportunity to offer our guests a professional and sophisticated dining experience. All accented by a sleek and modern atmosphere.
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  • SteveVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I’m always amazed at the consistency and high level experience at Zaytinya. We had the lunch tasting menu. Probably a total of 15 small plates. All were delicious and creative. Service and timing also impeccable.
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    Zaytinya - DCPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Penn Quarter
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    4.7
  • margaret
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Went for Christmas dinner. Foggy Bottom was one of the two locations that had the a’ la carte menu which was why I picked the location. It was a little crowded waiting for our reservation time and they were behind but we expected that and didn’t mind. There were three of us and we all were happy with our meals. We had wings and the corn bread skillet for appetizers. The wings were really good. I’m not a fan of corn in my cornbread but it still tasted good. I had fried shrimp with fries, coleslaw and corn bread. The shrimp and fries were really good. The coleslaw was a little blah. Our other two diners had a platter with ribs, cheeseburger sliders and fried chicken and coleslaw. They both loved theirs but also were not fans of the coleslaw. The staff was friendly and professional and fast. We enjoyed talking to them and the two different sets of patrons sitting beside us. We had a great Christmas dinner despite it not being an “traditional” Christmas dinner and would come back again.
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    Founding Farmers DC: Foggy BottomPrice: Moderate• American• Foggy Bottom
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    4.5
  • Cynthia
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Christmas Eve dinner at OEG is a 24-year tradition for my daughter and me. As always, the food was awesome. My daughter and I were quite surprised and disappointed by the lackluster greeting and overall experience when we walked in. The word "dismissive" comes to mind. Because our previous experiences were fabulous, I will look at this visit as a "one-off" one. Merry Christmas and a Happy 2025!!!
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    Old Ebbitt GrillPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Brianna
    Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Excellent Christmas Eve dining. Food was delicious and service was wonderful. Manager interacted with every table. Beautifully decorated as well.
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    The Turn HousePrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Columbia
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    4.4
  • Cara
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great atmosphere and delicious food! Almost canceled our 9:30 pm reservation but so glad we didn’t. The place was packed but the service was efficient. We had both kinds of gnocchi, vegetable frites, Caesar salad and fusilli with three kinds of meat- it was all excellent!
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    Filomena RistorantePrice: Expensive• Italian• Georgetown
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    4.8

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