Floor-to-ceiling windows bordering a "bright, contemporary interior" mean this "sophisticated" Frederick "favorite" is literally "a place to see and be seen" while partaking of "wonderful", "well-executed" New American fare, "superb martinis" and an "extensive" wine list; it's a "splurge" and can be "crowded", but with "exceptional" service, it's suited to a "special occasion."
The Tasting Room Restaurant Review:
Who says the once-rustic town of Frederick, Maryland, can't go upscale? This trendy destination---which looks more like it would fit into Manhattan's Upper East Side than in a farming community---serves sophisticated food in a hard-edged chrome-and-stainless steel setting. Start with the chef's signature crab meat and artichoke dip, a creamy mixture served with crisped Melba rounds. Midday...
After a day of visiting museums and quaint shops on charming little streets, this minimalist cream-and-black restaurant is a breath of fresh air. Its menu is as up to the minute as the decor, with the trendiest of ingredients, such as salmon cakes, steak salad, or pan-seared ahi tuna at lunch, or fresh fish or chowder at dinner. Choose from the 200-bottle wine list or martini specials.