Firestone’s Raw Bar
Start your evening with some oysters and a drink or linger over multiple dishes and enjoy the atmosphere at Firestone’s Raw Bar, an intimate and elegant seafood restaurant on Market Street.
The Tasting Room
It has been almost 20 years since The Tasting Room opened their doors. Here you’ll will enjoy regional cuisine with international influence. They serve some of the best steaks around and their craft cocktail menu is a must try.
Volt
Volt is the restaurant that helped put Frederick’s food scene on the map and is for adventerous eaters and fine dining enthusiasts alike. The food and service will be enough to impress any date, but the beautiful 19th century brownstown mansion that houses the restaurnt isn’t going to hurt.
Attaboy Barrel Room
This is where Attaboy serves the fancy beer. Tart, fruity and funky fancy beers to be more precise. It’s grown ups only in this new space dedicated to barrel aging. This would be a great place to meet someone who shares your love for craft beer. Hit up the day’s food truck or bring in some snacks of your own.
Take A Food Tour
A Taste Frederick Food Tour makes an excellent weekend date. Our engaging tour guides will lead you to some of downtown Frederick’s most delicious dishes and share a few bites of the history and culture along the way. You won’t have to do all the talking and you’ll leave very well fed, maybe even have an idea of where your next date will be.
The Wine Kitchen
One of our original food tour tasting locations, The Wine Kitchen will forever remain one of our favorite date spots. Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, doesn’t matter. If you want to have a nice meal with someone you fancy, you’re never going to go wrong at this Carroll Creek adjacent restaurant. Wine might be in the name, but do not overlook their cocktail list.
Vintage
Vintage may not be in downtown Frederick, but we couldn’t resist mentioning this beautiful restaurant located on quaint Main Street in nearby New Market. Here you’ll find elevated comfort food and warm hospitality. Chef Stephanie Wilson’s deep connection to down home cooking is very evident in the menu and we will totally admit to having no control when it comes to her Chicken & Waffles.
The Lounge at Hootch & Banter
Located on South Market Street, The Lounge at Hootch & Banter is an ideal place to meet for snacks and drinks. The speakeasy vibe and well made cocktails are sure to help any date start on a positive note.
Le Parc Bistro
The French know a thing or two when it comes to food and romance. Make a reservation at this West Patrick Street bistro and let the cozy atmosphere put your mind at ease. Le Parc Bistro’s menu full of classic French and French-inspired dishes (not to mention the wine list) is sure to leave you and your date happy. And don’t miss taking a peek at the dessert tray.
White Rabbit Gastropub
White Rabbit Gastropub is the hidden gem you’ll find off of Market Street. Cozy pub fare, 40+ rotating taps and warm hospitality are perfect for those looking for more of a low key date spot.
