Howard County Maryland Visitor Guide 2024 - Magazine - Page 33
Maryland is best known for three
things: a unique state flag, stunning
landscapes sprawling from ocean
to mountains, and delicious seafood.
Spots
Howard County claims all of those
accolades, but we especially love the local
restaurants that take great pride in that third
point—bringing fresh, local seafood to
guests’ plates.
CURED Table & Tap puts an elevated
spin on the traditional neighborhood
corner bar. Seafood can be found
throughout their menu, from the Crispy
Fried Oyster and Tuna Tartare appetizers,
to the classic Maryland Crab Cakes and
Salmon BLT. Within CURED, you’ll also
find 18th & 21st, an upscale, speakeasystyle restaurant. Designed to emulate the
sophistication of a prohibition-era supper
club, the menu includes high-end dishes
like Oysters Rockefeller, Pan Roasted
Branzino, and Poached Lobster.
For an authentic seaside dining
experience, Hudson Coastal Raw Bar &
Grille features dishes sourced all along
the east coast, served in a bright, relaxed
atmosphere. The raw bar menu boasts four
different preparations of oysters, while the
appetizers include favorites like Calamari,
Ceviche, and Hot Crab Dip. The “Award
Winning” Seafood Burger and the Fish
Tacos are must-try selections for your
main course.
The Walrus Oyster & Ale House is
probably best known for their Lobster
Roll, which was nationally ranked as one
of the Top 10 Best Sandwiches in the USA.
But the Walrus has even more to offer!
The from-scratch kitchen creates classic
dishes with fresh, local ingredients in a
casual atmosphere. Savory clam chowder,
a Chesapeake Kettle overflowing with crab
claws, clams, mussels, and more, and a
selection of fried fish coated in a classic
cornmeal crust are just a few of the menu
options from the sea.
DECADENT DESSERT BAR
Located in the Maple Lawn community,
Lib’s Grill is a neighborhood restaurant
and raw bar serving up a seasonal
assortment of fresh seafood and steaks.
Start your meal with Steamed Shrimp or the
Tuna Nachos before diving into the Shrimp
& Grits, Lobster Mac & Cheese, or the Not
Your Mother’s Tuna Fish Sammy. There’s a
reason Maryland is known for its seafood,
and Howard County is a perfect example!
THE WALRUS OYSTER & ALE HOUSE Top
HUDSON COASTAL RAW BAR & GRILLE Bottom
DESSERT
Destinations
Satisfy that sweet tooth with
a sugary treat from one of
Howard County’s local bakeries.
Decadent Dessert Bar in Maple
Lawn features high-end sweet
treats and specialty coffees. Enjoy
a warm Skillet Chocolate Chip
Cookie with a scoop of their
homemade, small-batch Gelato
on top! Roggenart Bistro & Café
is a European bakery, serving
up a variety of breads, pastries,
tarts, and other high-quality,
fresh desserts. Try one of their
traditional fruit Strudels or a filled
Brioche. And for a unique spin on
a classic favorite, visit Mochinut
for one of their signature Mochi
Donuts. The stretchy, chewy
texture from the rice flour,
paired with their delicious flavor
combinations, makes for a perfect
sticky, sweet indulgence!
LIB’S GRILL Top
CURED TABLE & TAP Left
THE WALRUS OYSTER & ALE HOUSE Right
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