Restaurants in Ellicott City

“The service is phenomenal and the food is excellent. I went for breakfast today and my server Mariah) was professional, friendly, and knowledgeable about gluten free items (which) is very rare in most restaurants. It was a pleasant experience.”

“Omg there is another location closer to my home. Awww shux. There is one near work and now I find one mear home. I love the food and family atmosphere of this restaurant. Hands up a family and work favorite. See you soon...”

“By pure accident, we came into Pepper House for lunch yesterday. This place is a hidden treasure. There’s no doubt you’re in for a real authentic Chinese food experience. They advertise it’s “street food”, so you’re not getting a fancy sit-down dinner, nor a mass-produced Panda Express combo. This is real. The flavors and ingredients are intense and fresh. The ubiquitous chili oil is house made, many-layered, and includes Szechuan pepper for the numbing you need and want. Pepper House is worthy of many repeat visits.”

“I cannot say enough good things about our wedding cake! It was absolutely delicious—so many guests came up to me saying it was the best cake they’ve ever had. People were genuinely shocked when they found out it was vegan! Not only did it taste amazing, but it was also stunning—exactly what I envisioned. Working with Sarah was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. She really listened to what I wanted and brought it to life beautifully. I’m so happy we chose her for such a special part of our day!”

“We had a small wedding party catered with Ed’s wonderful chicken and plantains. Everything was delicious. The chicken is so tender and juicy. I definitely recommend this restaurant!!”

“Good food and service at the Wilmington, DE location”

“I went for the first time over the weekend. The place was so clean and the employees were very friendly! I loved the options that I got to pick from that day! The store is great and I will be going back as soon as possible!”

“Solid tea and very friendly service. They also have vegan jerky - I got the squid flavored and it reminded me of the dried squid I used to eat back in the day ???”

“Great customer service! Good pricing. Hidden gem. Saw them shared with Nomastic Baltimore instagram decided to drive 30 minutes to give them a try”

“Excellent food, fresh and beautifully presented; outstanding attentive service.”

“I always book here and have never been disappointed. I will go again and again.”

“My husband brought me here for our anniversary and it was absolutely phenomenal. It’s located in gorgeous historic Ellicott City and the atmosphere is romantic and intimate. The staff were attentive and professional…but the meal itself was divine. We had a 6 course meal and every single bite was a melt in your mouth happy dance. From the moment you walk through the door you feel special and the entire experience was everything that you’d expect from an upscale French restaurant. 5 stars hands down! ♥️♥️♥️”

“Food and service is outstanding”

“❤️ love this place. Great boba and atmosphere!”

“Food was great, service was fast, and lots of gluten free options! We will def be back!! Thanks!”

“Food is great. Service is excellent. Atmosphere is local and welcoming”

“What a great atmosphere and food was great! Will return and highly recommend 👍”

“My wife and I came there for our three year anniversary of our marriage and Leena was our waitress. The level of service from start to finish was amazing and the food was 5-star. Compliments to Leena, the hostess, and the chefs who prepared the meal and provided such an amazing experience for our first time coming there. Thank you!”

“Enjoyed having brunch here! The mussels were delicious and we had excellent service from Logan! Food was brought out fresh & hot, drinks were cold & refreshing & dessert was worth it! We will be back! Thanks!”

“I discovered Kelsey’s when I was shopping across the street . We been going there ever since . The food and service is amazing. The bartenders are friendly and when you go there a lot they know what you want to drink or eat every time. Brandon is always on point makes great margaritas the best . Kelsey is great too . All the bartenders are friendly and amazing too. The manager is so friendly. I highly recommended Kelsey’s to everyone. Myra Burgess. & Van Gullivan🤠👱🏼‍♀️”

“originally went to Asian bistro to find dinning room was closed and was very happy because this place was fresh and wonderful. a new great fin6”

“Everything at this place is recommended!”

“I recently hosted a large party here, and the staff were easy to work with and accommodated our large group. It was the perfect setting (both inside and outside). The cocktails and food were awesome, and the staff was friendly.”

“Fun type Mexican style cantina/restaurant.”

“Our team couldn’t be more happy with the food. We ordered From Nora’s catering menu for our team of 40 not only did everyone get to eat there was plenty enough for seconds for everyone!! If your looking to great catering this is the place not only where they responsive but also quick with their delivery!! Thank you again!!”

“Terrific new local small business in OEC making great Vodka and Gin!! This is run by a great friend of mine and will be a terrific addition to OEC.”

“Fantastic food! Highly recommend 🍷”

“Our favorite place for a family friendly outing!”

“I've ordered a different item from the menu each time and have never been disappointed! Mi Casa is quickly becoming one of our regular spots!”

“I ordered general Tso’s (extra crispy) on a busy Halloween night and they crushed it. Hit the ball out of the park. The food is delivered quick, delicious, and hot. This spot is great and a must try if you’re in the area.”

“The team at our local Baskin Robbins are an awesome team. They make the whole family feel welcome and wanting to return for more sweets. Especially as the summer is almost here. It's time to get some scoops.”

“Great coffee and ice cream! Clean restaurant and nice employees.

Kid-friendliness: Clean and the ice cream made it perfect for my child while I enjoyed my coffee.”

“I walked in because my phone glitched and I was picking up a large order for a group at my house. I was immediately greeted by three people at the front counter who were extremely busy (and still took the time to smile and acknowledge me). Those team members knew what order I was talking about immediately and a woman who was helping specifically ensured I got all of my food and was patient and smiling. At the end of me getting everything, I heard her tell everyone she was leaving for the night..meaning she stayed past her clock out time to ensure my order was completed (also unknowingly ensuring no meltdowns from my children). When I asked for her name, she told me it was Deena (sp?). Everyone that was working tonight was absolutely awesome, especially her!”

“I stopped by for a quick lunch on sunday. Was in and out in less than 40 minutes. Asia was my server, very friendly and made sure I was taken care of quickly. The new Champagne Shrimp option was extra good that day.”

“I really enjoy with with Matcha drink tonight”

“Food was delicious! Will be coming back! First time coming here and it was so good, you won’t regret it!”

“good food”

“Service and food slowly deteriorating as expected. We have been to the restaurant around 12-15 times since they opened. Initial visits were good but lately we have seen steady decline in their service.
In our last visit a male employee who seemed to be the manager/owner took our order and completely ignored the details. e.g. Asked for chillis in the veg uttapam and a soft mysore masala dosa with masala on the side. We have ordered this many times in the past and it arrived as ordered until this time. Chillis missing in the Uttapam and dosa was crunchy with masala inside. It is not a big deal but their attention to detail in listening to the customer seems to be vanishing as they have become popular in the area. I wish another good dosa place opens in the area so the quality remains in check. Another observation is that they are now skimping on the quantity of some chutneys as you can see in the picture. Food taste has been consistent over all.”

“First time here. What an outstanding experience! The food was phenomenal and our waiter/bar tender Herman was the icing in the cake! He is so personable and easy going and a great waiter but he makes the best Long Island Ice Tea we have ever had! We are very picky about that drink, as it is our favorite and a very hard one to get right! Kudos to the establishment and to Herman! We will be back!”

“I have come here to eat for years even when they where at another location since I was little. I have always come here when I want very good food, the best to be exact or when life has me down. The staff is so friendly. I even came to pick up my take out order one time and I had gotten a flat tire driving over just before turning in and they even came out to help me without even asking. They care and the food shows it.”

“Outstanding food and great service. The Squirrel coffee is about as good as it gets. I see all these one star reviews and shake my head. Just because you have a not so perfect interaction with one employee the establishment does NOT deserve a 1 start review. That’s not how reviews work. Especially when you too are a small business owner. I’ll head over to review that business owners location next and maybe use the same 1 or 5 stars only philosophy. Let’s hope your business is flawless or you will also get 1 star.”

“our server Michael at Gaithersburg MD has made our day and got say he turned our entire day around less not forget the food was amazing as well”

“A great business should definitely come and try these amazing deliciousness with great service. Remember, lemon chicken is just amazing. And then comes the Nashville chicken. Do not forget everything is Halal in this place.”

“The food at Chin Xi’an Restaurant is just amazing. The quality of the seasonings, the hand-made noodles, and the flavoring of the meat is just impeccable! Everyone I bring here loves it and I can’t stop coming back.”

“Fantastic food and great prices! The restaurant is clean, and the staff are friendly! My only wish is the veggie burger could have been homemade patty instead of the "Beyond Meat" patty they use. Solid 4.5 star!”

“I love the energy and service of the place. Bob you and workers have always been kind to me and my family thanks for giving life to water.”

“Love this place so much, we go about once a week. I do wish they were open a bit later because it can be a time crunch to make it there after work, but I get it. The food is flawless, I haven't ordered anything that wasn't delicious.”

“likely the best Korean restaurant in the area. Bbq is excellent. Naeng Muen cold noodles is great. Galbi tang, rib soup is awesome. Galbi is great too. Delicious”

“My first time and was treated especially nice by the staff. The food was awesome and the experience will go in the books as one of the best restaurants I have ever eaten at in MD ❤️”

“I love Izzy! She’s the best. From the moment I walked in, her kind and friendly nature made the whole place feel so warm and welcoming. She went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. I definitely will be coming back because of her! <3 Would recommend the crazy cookie!”

“Had an impromptu lunch here today, even though we have been wanting to come for a while. The atmosphere was quiet and calm. We sat down and ordered. Some fresh hot tea was also on my list and it was a perfect start. Everything was hot, fresh, and so delicious. The added sides from them added to the complexity of the dishes and paired deliciously. The cold noodles in beef broth were so refreshing. My husband loved the spicy squid and the seafood pancake was crispy and delicious. We cannot wait to come back again! Everything was very well priced and the serving sizes were a bit on the larger side.”

“Amazing flavor #AppleBlueberry”

“just amazing, food was perfect.”

“We visited this evening. Food was fantastic! I really enjoyed the soup dumplings! The staff was super courteous. I had brought in dessert (a cake) from outside and they were super nice about it. They even offered to refrigerate it for us! After dinner, they brought us fresh plates, forks and a knife. Despite being very busy they also don't rush you too much.”

“This place is by far the best casual eating and drinking, family-friendly place I have experienced. Everyone is very friendly. The regulars are the kind of people that will give up their seat to an older person. Very polite and sincere. The staff is more than accomodating, prompt and respectful. Miss Jenna is amazing, with a very caring personality. She'll make sure your visit is a happy experience. Miss Taylor, with her contagious smile is always a pleasure to deal with. Both these ladies, and the guys, and all the support staff are the kind if people you just want to be around. Even when things get busy, their professionalism never fades. I can't say enough good things. Stop in and see for yourself. You won't be disapointed. Thank you Miss Joyce and Mr. Josh for assembling a much appreciated group of professionals. They are a fun group.”

“The salads here are very gourmet and if you come here you'll love it😋”

“The General Manager Lavelle is very kind and amazing to talk with and is also very patient. Very good experience overall and easy to order will be coming here again!”

“Snow Ice and Gimbap. Next time I’m trying the Rice Cake Ramen.”

“Our favorite place for Sushi. Had carry out tonight due to CoronaVirus quarantine and it was fantastic as usual. Can't wait until this comment is completely outdated (and things are back to normal again).”

“This is the nicest bakery run by the kindest people! Got a LOVELY vanilla whipped cream cake for my daughter’s birthday. It was a big hit. Their fruit tarts are also the best I’ve ever had.”

“Sausage Egg & Cheese on an egg bagel with a SIMPLY CRANBERRY 🔥🔥🔥 my every Sunday destination”

“One of the best shops I've been to in a long time! I can't wait to return!”

“Good place for a casual dinner and drinks. It’s a chill spot, nothing fancy—spacious enough and they have a full bar. Food was good—enjoyed the Dried Filefish, Seafood Spicy Tofu Soup and the Pork Cutlet! My friends liked the Boiled Pork Belly and Spicy Stir-Fried Squid as well. Drinks wise, we got the Somaek Tower—comes with a beer tower of your choice of beer, and a bottle of Soju. And service was great!”

“best ice cream and atmosphere in town.”

“Thanks Ernesto’s for a nice birthday dinner with my family tonight. We enjoyed just lounging for a bit in your dining room while I reflected on turning 41. We’ll be back! I already deemed myself a return customer before I finished my shrimp quesadilla. Overall lovely low-key experience.”

“Long-term customer & always excellent!!”

“Best Korean fried chicken wings ever!!! The house sauce was gold! The rice is legit! I had to edit my review because the second time we came the service was not so great. Great food but the server we initially got has to work on her attitude. She kept ignoring me and my partner when clearly we were here before other guest. She ended up taking the other guest order first. Not a big deal but the slow service did it for me. I recommend take out.”

“Great service and best boba around.”

“I got an espresso machine for christmas and it takes very specific beans. I was asking Kira about which bean would be best, and they were so helpful. They called the boss and got all the info I needed. I told them I didn’t want to be any trouble, but they insisted and were so accommodating.
The coffee was also bomb, and came out quickly. I got the salted caramel cold brew which I highly recommend”

“I recently visited and it did not disappoint! The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming.

I ordered the shrimp drunken noodles, crab wontons, and catfish with rice. The drunken noodles were perfectly spicy and flavorful, the crab wontons were crispy and delicious, and the catfish was tender with great seasoning. Service was quick and very friendly, which made the experience even better.

Portion sizes are generous, and prices are reasonable for the quality and taste.

Overall, I’d definitely come back for the flavorful dishes, warm ambiance, and excellent service. Highly recommended for anyone craving authentic Thai food!”

“I tried the Nashville hot chicken sandwich a couple weeks ago. Thought it was fantastic. We did it again last night and was super disappointed. I don't know if we ordered something incorrectly or it was made wrong. It seemed like there was no sauce at all. but we have ordered several times since then so 🤷 one off night but that sandwich has become my go to when ordering there.”

“Amazing location, I got the Strawberry Milk Tea and it was some of the best I've had from any location. I'm not a boba connoisseur, but I definitely know quality! It's located in a hot spot in Ellicot City. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!”

“Amazing Brunch. Thank you Stelios and Giannis for the hospitality. We hope meet in future again. Greetings from Calgary - Canada.”

“Just the greatest lowkey Ethiopian spot I’ve ever been to the server may not speak good English but she’s very nice. Also the food comes pretty quick and it’s good”

“Come here for the unique Chinese street food style dishes like the skewers and other appetizers. I personally liked the beef and chicken skewers the best. Service was great friendly staff and knowledgeable on the menu dishes. Atmosphere is like an casual weekend hangout vibe.”

“Amazing food!! Our family absolutely loves it here! The staff is very friendly and ownership is top notch! If you haven't tried this restaurant... you need to go!!”

“First timer here and we got a small meatball pie and a gyro. The gyro was amazing! The homemade pita takes the cake! Perfect blend of meat, feta, sauce and veggies! The pizza was outstanding and very crispy and light! 5 stars from us! Well done River house pizza!”

“customer service was great, French toast combo w bacon, eggs delicious and fried potatoes were really good. waffle was just ok I'd do the French toast over the waffle”

“I stopped by for a quick lunch on sunday. Was in and out in less than 40 minutes. Asia was my server, very friendly and made sure I was taken care of quickly. The new Champagne Shrimp option was extra good that day.”

“This is my new favorite place to eat in Ellicott City! First of all the food is incredible. The garlic sauce we ordered as an appetizer alone would have satisfied me but the food just keep getting better. So fresh and so flavorful!! The owner introduced himself and made us feel so welcome. Their story is incredible! The ambiance was absolutely lovely. They had live musicians who were extremely talented and added a tone that was fun and enjoyable but not at all overwhelming or too loud. The service was impeccable. I cannot recommend enough! We will definitely be going back very soon!”

“Nice area and my husband order the duck plate and ate at the restaurant. One week later we order duck plate again online. He love this service.”

“This was my first time food drinks dessert were excellent. The water was tasty as well. I am the pickiest layer and found nothing to complain about. When going on Friday or Saturday get reservations they tend to be extremely busy. I am going back soon”

“Omg there is another location closer to my home. Awww shux. There is one near work and now I find one mear home. I love the food and family atmosphere of this restaurant. Hands up a family and work favorite. See you soon...”

“Our favorite restaurant in Ellicot City. Hope they stick with same chefs.”

“This place is by far the best casual eating and drinking, family-friendly place I have experienced. Everyone is very friendly. The regulars are the kind of people that will give up their seat to an older person. Very polite and sincere. The staff is more than accomodating, prompt and respectful. Miss Jenna is amazing, with a very caring personality. She'll make sure your visit is a happy experience. Miss Taylor, with her contagious smile is always a pleasure to deal with. Both these ladies, and the guys, and all the support staff are the kind if people you just want to be around. Even when things get busy, their professionalism never fades. I can't say enough good things. Stop in and see for yourself. You won't be disapointed. Thank you Miss Joyce and Mr. Josh for assembling a much appreciated group of professionals. They are a fun group.”

“We had a small wedding party catered with Ed’s wonderful chicken and plantains. Everything was delicious. The chicken is so tender and juicy. I definitely recommend this restaurant!!”

“Their soup dumplings are to die for! Braised beef noodles are pretty good too! Will be returning to try their other items on the menu.”

“I went for the first time over the weekend. The place was so clean and the employees were very friendly! I loved the options that I got to pick from that day! The store is great and I will be going back as soon as possible!”

“I discovered Kelsey’s when I was shopping across the street . We been going there ever since . The food and service is amazing. The bartenders are friendly and when you go there a lot they know what you want to drink or eat every time. Brandon is always on point makes great margaritas the best . Kelsey is great too . All the bartenders are friendly and amazing too. The manager is so friendly. I highly recommended Kelsey’s to everyone. Myra Burgess. & Van Gullivan🤠👱🏼‍♀️”

“Phenomenal customer service. Very professional and attentive to customer needs. 10/10 would recommend to anyone.”

“Amazing Brunch. Thank you Stelios and Giannis for the hospitality. We hope meet in future again. Greetings from Calgary - Canada.”

“I love Izzy! She’s the best. From the moment I walked in, her kind and friendly nature made the whole place feel so warm and welcoming. She went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. I definitely will be coming back because of her! <3 Would recommend the crazy cookie!”

“beautiful view, good food, nice selection, well prepared courteous and friendly staff relaxing atmosphere”

“wow just wow!!! I'm overseas and called the restaurant to pay for my family while they are there....unfortunately my credit card declined since I'm overseas and the manager Xavier (EC,MD) took it upon himself and paid for them himself! I used to work at Outback back in the day and their hospitality has not changed. well done!!!”

“just amazing, food was perfect.”

“By pure accident, we came into Pepper House for lunch yesterday. This place is a hidden treasure. There’s no doubt you’re in for a real authentic Chinese food experience. They advertise it’s “street food”, so you’re not getting a fancy sit-down dinner, nor a mass-produced Panda Express combo. This is real. The flavors and ingredients are intense and fresh. The ubiquitous chili oil is house made, many-layered, and includes Szechuan pepper for the numbing you need and want. Pepper House is worthy of many repeat visits.”

“A great business should definitely come and try these amazing deliciousness with great service. Remember, lemon chicken is just amazing. And then comes the Nashville chicken. Do not forget everything is Halal in this place.”

“The food at Chin Xi’an Restaurant is just amazing. The quality of the seasonings, the hand-made noodles, and the flavoring of the meat is just impeccable! Everyone I bring here loves it and I can’t stop coming back.”

“We had a small wedding party catered with Ed’s wonderful chicken and plantains. Everything was delicious. The chicken is so tender and juicy. I definitely recommend this restaurant!!”

“Best Korean fried chicken wings ever!!! The house sauce was gold! The rice is legit! I had to edit my review because the second time we came the service was not so great. Great food but the server we initially got has to work on her attitude. She kept ignoring me and my partner when clearly we were here before other guest. She ended up taking the other guest order first. Not a big deal but the slow service did it for me. I recommend take out.”

“they have mold on the meat while it is on the grill and poor quality control. the video in the comment.”

“Come here for the unique Chinese street food style dishes like the skewers and other appetizers. I personally liked the beef and chicken skewers the best. Service was great friendly staff and knowledgeable on the menu dishes. Atmosphere is like an casual weekend hangout vibe.”

“Good food, Good staff will go back again soon”

“Ice cream was delicious; lots of flavors to try. Will definitely be back!”

“Great Korean comfort food in a small dining room in Ellicott City. I ordered their Seolleongtang with brisket. Broth isn’t as rich and creamy compared to other places but it was still pretty good. Many pieces of brisket. I did add quite a bit of salt. My daughter really wanted their bimbimguksu, but they don’t have it anymore. She got their bimbimnaengmyun and liked it. The steamed egg with cheese was good and unique.

Come early to avoid the wait time!”

“I dined here last week during lunch for the first time and was pleasantly surprised with their lunch specials/prices. I had the wonton soup and shrimp w. broccoli special. The wonton soup was a good start and was a good appetizer portion. The shrimp and broccoli was my second course and the shrimp was cooked perfectly accompanied by white fluffy rice. Will definitely be back!”

“This restaurant is attached to a gas station run by a Gujarati family. Pratik Patel and his entire family are involved from prep to serving. Best quality and fresh food will be served and it's an open kitchen you can walk around and see pretty clean. We had Masala dosa, theplas, dhokla and undhiyo”

“Update: I went in this morning to speak with a manager and while the manager was busy, the young man at the register, David was able to address the situation. He apologized and made me the smoothie I'd ordered from last night. I appreciated the professionalism and this time my wait was less than 10 minutes. Since this was the first time at this location and they were accommodating to undo the mistake, my husband and I WILL be back again as we love smoothie king!

This location is short staffed and if you order online they just mark you order complete but never make the order. I placed an order through the app and my husband went to pick it up on his way home. There was only 1 lady working.
My husband got there at 9pm, but I ordered through the app as I wanted specific substitues that I didnt want him to inadvertantly mess up. I placed the order at 901pm and at 919pm (while my husband was waiting) the order was marked completed. After 20 minutes my husband asked when my order would come up and the lady said she never recieved the order. She told him we could just cancel the order and place it with her in person, but the app wasnt offering that option as it was already marked completed. On top of that she wasn't willing to simply make the order since it was an error on their end. This was our first time at this location and we were excited about there being a smoothie king closer to our home but we will not be returning!! Between waiting for the order, the lady looking through the system and my husband showing the lady my online receipt several times, he spent almost 40 MINUTES IN A SMOOTHIE CARRYOUT!! Essentially smoothie king stole $11.64 from me with no apology or solutions offered and wasted 40 minutes of our time!!!”

“Stopped in after going to the grocery store nearby. I wasn't expecting it to be as good as it was. The heat was on point and the chicken was tender. For what it is, this place is great.”