The Fool's Lantern

5.0

22 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for happy hour
Neighborhood gem

The Fool’s Lantern is St. Michaels’ first and only self-serve wine & taproom. With our unique "Drink Wall", customers can sample a selection of wine and beer, each dispensed at the push of a button. This unique, self-serve option lets the customers select a sip, a taste, or a glass, allowing them to discover what they like best. Once they find their favorite, guests can enjoy a glass or more, order from the menu, and even purchase bottles to take home. Our drink wall will change periodically so you’ll never have the same experience twice! Our menu consists of a variety of small plates, charcuterie, flatbreads, sandwiches, dips, and desserts.

*Voted Best New Restaurant and Best Beer Selection on the Eastern Shore by What's Up! Magazine*

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 888-7379
Website
http://www.thefoolslantern.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
The menu published on our website is available for catered events. Please email thefoolslantern@gmail.com for details.
Private party facilities
The restaurant is available for private parties. Please email thefoolslantern@gmail.com for details.

Location
310 S Talbot St, Saint Michaels, MD 21663
Neighborhood
St Michaels / Tilghman Island
Cross street
South Talbot and Mulberry Streets
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Let's Do Survey Sez! 7-9PM
Multiple dates available
Join us for a night of fun and great eats! 🎉 Survey Sez kicks off at 7pm and runs until 9pm—come early and grab dinner! Specials for the night: 🥨 Soft Pretzel Rods with Stone Mustard – $5.95 🍹 Jello Shots – $1.50 🍺 Select Drafts (16oz) – as low as $2.00! 🍽️ Plus, additional weekly food specials—stay tuned!
St. Patrick's Day Weekend
Mar 14, 2025 - Mar 15, 2025
St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at The Fool’s Lantern! 🍀🍻 Join us for a festive St. Patrick’s Day weekend filled with delicious food and drink specials to celebrate the luck of the Irish! Indulge in seasonal bites and raise a glass with our specialty cocktails, Irish beers, and vibrant green Jello shots. Whether you’re here for a hearty meal or just a toast to good fortune, we’ve got the perfect spot for you! 🎶 Great drinks, delicious food, and a lively atmosphere—Sláinte! 🍀 Reserve your table now and let’s make this St. Paddy’s weekend one to remember!
WineFest Weekend at The Fool’s Lantern! 🍷
Apr 26, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025
St. Michaels’ biggest wine celebration is here, and The Fool’s Lantern is thrilled to be part of the fun! Whether you're stopping by for a wine flight, a delicious meal, or a relaxing break from the festivities, we’ve got the perfect spot for you. 🍷 WineFest weekend is one of our busiest of the year, so reservations are highly recommended! Secure your table in advance to guarantee your seat and enjoy the best food, drinks, and atmosphere in town. Book now and make the most of this unforgettable weekend! 🍾

Brew Board$16.95
Soft pretzel rods, chorizo sausage, smoked turkey breast, mortadella, mini gherkins, fondue cheese, stone ground mustard, blue cheese and crackers
Vino Board*$16.95
Black pepper salami, Italian salami, coppa, manchego, goat cheese, brie, dried fruit, and crackers
Deluxe Vino Board*$29.95
Black pepper salami, prosciutto, Italian salami, coppa, burrata, manchego, goat cheese, brie, red grapes, fig jam, olive tapenade, toffee pecans, dried fruit, & seasonal items with toasted Ciabatta Asiago bread and crackers

Small Plates

Baked Brie in a Flaky Puff Pastry$12.95
With candied toffee pecans and a sweet caramel drizzle
Tenderloin Sliders*$18.95
Topped with pickled red onions and a horseradish cream
Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts (GF)$10.95
With a trio of Balsamic drizzles: blood orange, fig, and pomegranate
Avocado Deviled Eggs (GF)$13.95
Topped with Old Bay seasoned shrimp
Shrimp Cocktail (GF)$13.95
Sprinkled with Old Bay and served with a side of cocktail sauce
Marinated Chicken Skewers (GF)$13.95
Drizzled with a cucumber dill yogurt sauce
Bavarian Pretzel (V)$11.95
Served with choice of yellow and/or stone ground mustards; Add Cheese: $5 Add Crab Dip: $10 Add Both: $13

Dips

Hot Crab Dip*$15.95
With toasted Ciabatta Asiago bread & grilled pita triangles
Guacamole* $11.95
With tortilla chips
Cheese Fondue$14.95
With soft pretzel rods, fingerling potatoes, tortilla chips, & toasted Ciabatta Asiago bread
Whipped Feta Cheese Dip*$12.95
Drizzled with spicy honey, served with grilled pita triangles & garnished with fresh honeycombs (Dip contains finely ground pistachios)

Sandwiches

Served with mixed greens and a house dressing

The Mid-Shore* $16.95
Oven roasted turkey, guacamole, Swiss cheese, arugula, tomato, and sriracha mayo on Ciabatta Asiago bread
Josie’s Gyro* $15.95
Marinated grilled chicken on warm pita with feta, pickled red onion, arugula, tomato, olive tapenade, and a dill mint yogurt
The Talbot* $16.95
Sliced prosciutto, melted brie, and a sweet fig jam on Ciabatta Asiago bread
The Rooster* $15.95
Curry chicken salad infused with a sweet mango chutney on Ciabatta Asiago bread
The Garden Grinder* $15.95
Fire roasted peppers, caramelized onion, pesto, melted mozzarella, & arugula on Ciabatta Asiago bread
- Add Turkey$2.95

Salad du Jour

House Salad $6.95
Ask your server for today’s options
- Add Chicken $4.95
- Add 4 Shrimp $4.95

Little Lanterns

Grilled Cheese $7.95
White American cheese on toasted Ciabatta Asiago bread
Chicken Tenders (3) $4.95
Served with tortilla chips

Beverages

Soft Drinks $2.75
Coke, Diet Coke, Ginger Ale, Root Beer, Sprite
Juice $2.95
Orange, cranberry, or pineapple
Unsweetened Iced Tea $1.95
Ask your server for today's featured brew
Lemonade$1.95
Club Soda$1.95
Coffee$2.95

Our full cocktail list is also available

Please Note: Food is served as it is prepared and may not all come out together.

*Gluten free options available GF: Gluten Free V:Vegan

There is a small possibility nut traces may be found in any menu item. Please inform us of any food allergies prior to ordering.

What 22 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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5.0

5 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Fool's Lantern offers a "unique and brilliant" experience with its self-serve wine and beer wall, allowing guests to explore diverse selections. Praised for "excellent" service and "great" food, the restaurant's standout offerings include crab dip, tenderloin sliders, and "amazing" soups. Perfect for both casual hangouts and special occasions.

22 Reviews

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Alden
Washington DC8 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to hangout with friends and enjoy good food. The self serve wine and beer wall is unique and allows you to try many different types of drinks
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carrie VIP
Pittsburgh3 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fun, great wait staff. Very enjoyable!!food was great! Had fun time!!!
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Tom
Jacksonville1 review
5.0
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you haven’t eaten here before, this is a must try ! Prices reasonable for the quality meal you will receive. Service excellent, welcoming, quick. The food…Well I’m a crab cake and soup snob. Both were the best I have had in years. Chef is a soup genius! The wine and beer on tap is unique and brilliant! Can’t begin to explain how cool it was. Elegant, high end wines on tap. Who knew! Awesome selection to choose from or taste them all. Highly recommend! Go, you will not regret it!
The Fool's LanternResponded on December 28, 2024
Wow, we really appreciate the rave review! Thank you so much for coming in on Christmas!
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Amy
Baltimore1 review
5.0
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing server and meal. All of the food and wine was excellent.
The Fool's LanternResponded on December 28, 2024
Thank you for the positive review! We're so glad you enjoyed everything!
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jane
San Francisco5 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Third time at the fool’s lantern and have enjoyed the experience each time!
The Fool's LanternResponded on November 24, 2024
Wow, we are so glad to have you as a repeat customer! We love the tags you added! Thank you for supporting us!
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JSanti
Philadelphia9 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff are so friendly and attentive! We ordered a bunch of shareables - spanakopita, tenderloin sliders, crab dip, Brussel sprouts, and avocado deviled eggs - they were all great. I think my favorite was the crab dip. The only thing I was sad we didn’t get to try was the vino board bc they were out of the ingredients but overall was a wonderful time and great food! I would definitely come back here again.
The Fool's LanternResponded on November 20, 2024
Thank you so much for the positive review! We do hope you'll come back in and try our vino board!
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Victoria VIP
Philadelphia10 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very neat concept with excellent food options and drinks. We were very happy with all of the food items we chose and enjoyed the different beer and wine options. Would definitely recommend!
The Fool's LanternResponded on November 20, 2024
Thank you so much, Victoria! We're happy you enjoyed the whole experience!
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Karin VIP
Philadelphia38 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Overall good. Bar wall is fun and getting try different beers and wine, but can get costly. Service was great and staff friendly. Food good, but I don't think worth price.
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Helen
Philadelphia3 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. Fabulous service. They have a pour your own wine and beer. Which i have never seen before. There are several dispensaries along the wall. Great way to try different wines or beers. Friday nights they have a game night where you guess the most popular answer to questions. Competing with other diners. Had a wonderful time.
The Fool's LanternResponded on September 23, 2024
Thanks for coming in and celebrating your sister's birthday with us! We're so glad you had such a great time!
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Laura VIP
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fun atmosphere, great food and excellent wine and beer selections
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FAQs

The Fool's Lantern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 888-7379.

The Fool's Lantern is rated 5 stars by 22 OpenTable diners.

The Fool's Lantern does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

310 S Talbot St, Saint Michaels, MD 21663

Additional information

Cross street
South Talbot and Mulberry Streets
Neighborhood
St Michaels / Tilghman Island
Hours of operation
Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thefoolslantern.com/
Phone number
(410) 888-7379
Catering
The menu published on our website is available for catered events. Please email thefoolslantern@gmail.com for details.
Private party facilities
The restaurant is available for private parties. Please email thefoolslantern@gmail.com for details.

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The Fool's Lantern

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Let's Do Survey Sez! 7-9PM

St. Patrick's Day Weekend

WineFest Weekend at The Fool’s Lantern! 🍷

Charcuterie

Brew Board$16.95

Vino Board*$16.95

Deluxe Vino Board*$29.95

Small Plates

Baked Brie in a Flaky Puff Pastry$12.95

Tenderloin Sliders*$18.95

Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts (GF)$10.95

Avocado Deviled Eggs (GF)$13.95

Shrimp Cocktail (GF)$13.95

Marinated Chicken Skewers (GF)$13.95

Bavarian Pretzel (V)$11.95

Dips

Hot Crab Dip*$15.95

Guacamole* $11.95

Cheese Fondue$14.95

Whipped Feta Cheese Dip*$12.95

Sandwiches

The Mid-Shore* $16.95

Josie’s Gyro* $15.95

The Talbot* $16.95

The Rooster* $15.95

The Garden Grinder* $15.95

Salad du Jour

House Salad $6.95

Little Lanterns

Grilled Cheese $7.95

Chicken Tenders (3) $4.95

Beverages

Soft Drinks $2.75

Juice $2.95

Unsweetened Iced Tea $1.95

Lemonade$1.95

Club Soda$1.95

Coffee$2.95

Our full cocktail list is also available

*Gluten free options available GF: Gluten Free V:Vegan

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Fool's Lantern offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Fool's Lantern restaurant rated?

Does The Fool's Lantern offer gift cards?

Is The Fool's Lantern currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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