25 Essential Maryland Tables
From coastal enclaves to downtown institutions, these are the restaurants defining the dining conversation across Maryland.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Rockville
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Johnny Rockets
Laurel
Burgers, shakes & fries arrive in a retro setting at this outpost of the international chain.
True Food Kitchen
Annapolis
Relaxed, eco-chic chain serving health-conscious fare, including vegan options, plus cocktails.
Mi Lindo Cancun Grill
Annapolis, Maryland
Warm, relaxed eatery offering Mexican & Latin American fusion fare alongside tequila drinks & beers.
Royal Taj Restaurant
Laurel, Maryland
A menu of elevated Indian dishes served in a polished restaurant that has a bar.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
Germantown, Maryland
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Live music.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
Baltimore, Maryland
Service options: Onsite services, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Live music, Serves local specialty, Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Newk's Eatery
Bowie, Maryland
Regional chain offering a menu of salads, pizzas & sandwiches in a casual setting.
Dutch's Daughter
Frederick, Maryland
This upscale American choice offers a genteel dining room & a casual downstairs bar, The Dungeon.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Baltimore, Maryland
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Fountain Grill
Gaithersburg, Maryland
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Matchbox
Rockville, Maryland
High-energy New American chain with wood-fired pizzas & bistro fare served in industrial-chic digs.
CAVA
Laurel, Maryland
Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.
Samos Restaurant
Baltimore, Maryland
No-reservations, cash-only, BYOB institution that's offered Greek classics since 1977.
Estiatorio Plaka
Baltimore, Maryland
Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights.
Red Hot & Blue Annapolis
Annapolis, Maryland
Easygoing, Southern-style BBQ chain with blues music in the background & memorabilia on the walls.
Tuscarora Mill Restaurant
Brunswick, Maryland
High-end New American fare & Virginia wines served in a refined dining room, rustic bar or atrium.
Silver Diner
Frederick, Maryland
Modeled after the classic American diner, this regional chain supplies comfort fare & jukebox tunes.
Dalesio's Of Little Italy
Baltimore, Maryland
Long-running fixture serving traditional Italian cuisine & wines in a genteel, romantic setting.
Salt & Vine
Rockville, Maryland
This cozy Italian nook serves seasonal small & large plates, brick-oven pizzas, wines & cocktails.
&pizza
Baltimore, Maryland
Modern pizzeria chain serving gourmet pies with diverse sauces, plus dessert pizzas & house sodas.
Ava's Pizzeria & Wine Bar - St. Michaels
Cambridge, Maryland
Creative Italian fare featuring wood-fired pizzas & local seafood is on the menu at this cozy find.
Boatyard Bar & Grill
Annapolis, Maryland
Vibrant nautical-themed spot for crab, oysters & other seafood, plus burgers, pizza & a full bar.
BIBIBOP Asian Grill
Rockville, Maryland
Stylish, health-minded self-serve for customized rice bowls inspired by the Korean dish bibimbop.
CAVA
Gaithersburg, Maryland
Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.