Some of Maryland’s best restaurants are a bit of a drive, but aren’t most good things worth the hassle? Check out these 9 eateries that are rural, and downright delicious.
- Friendly Farm Restaurant (Upperco)
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Facebook / Friendly Farm Restaurant After chowing down on fried chicken and crab cakes, peruse the farmland here, which includes a pond full of ducks. This classic spot has been around for a long time and just gets better with age.
Address: 17434 Foreston Rd Upperco, MD 21155
- Suicide Bridge Restaurant (Hurlock)
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Facebook / Suicide Bridge Restaurant Locals love this spot and you will too, as long as you’re willing to drive the distance. Have a seat with a water view and order the scallops or crab cakes. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with any seafood dish here.
Address: 6304 Suicide Bridge Rd, Hurlock, MD 21643
- Nonna Maria’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant (Church Hill)
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Facebook / Nonna Maria’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant This barn-like structure is actually a tasty Italian restaurant. Come in, have a seat, and order a pizza. Don’t forget to try the cream of crab soup, too. Just look at it!
Address: 5306 Church Hill Rd, Church Hill, MD 21623
- The Comus Inn at Sugarloaf Mountain (Dickerson)
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Facebook / The Comus Inn at Sugarloaf Mountain This restaurant offers a great view of Sugarloaf mountain. It’s also a superb spot for a wedding venue, as the scenic views are enchanting year-round.
Address: 23900 Old Hundred Road Dickerson, MD 20842
- Manor Tavern (Monkton)
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Facebook / The Manor Tavern This restaurant is located in Maryland’s horse country, so the drive here is fantastic. After enjoying the rolling hills, step in and consume a hot, hearty meal.
Address: 15819 Old York Road Monkton, MD 21111
- Penn Alps Restaurant (Grantsville)
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Facebook / Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop Don’t miss out on the buffet here, which is inspired by Amish and German cuisine. Then, stroll around the artisan shops and purchase one-of-a-kind crafts and more.
Address: 125 Casselman Rd Grantsville, MD 21536
- Mountain State Brewing Co. (McHenry)
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Facebook / Mountain State Brewing Co. This rustic cabin is actually a restaurant and brewery. Order a pizza to pair with many flavors of beer. Or just sample a few brews to determine your favorite.
Address: 6690 Sang Run Rd. McHenry, MD 21541
- Old Salty’s Restaurant (Fishing Creek)
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Facebook / Old Saltys This seafood restaurant is located in an old schoolhouse and has an amazing sunset view. Head inside for seafood or try one of their giant steaks. Be sure to bring a big appetite.
Address: 2560 Hoopers Island Rd Fishing Creek, MD 21634
- Rube’s Crab Shack (Emmitsburg)
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Facebook / Rube’s Crab Shack This tucked away spot is perfect for a crab feast. Pair your spicy meal with a fruity drink and you’ve got yourself a great afternoon.
Address: 17308 N Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, MD 21727
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Facebook / Friendly Farm Restaurant
After chowing down on fried chicken and crab cakes, peruse the farmland here, which includes a pond full of ducks. This classic spot has been around for a long time and just gets better with age.
Address: 17434 Foreston Rd Upperco, MD 21155
Facebook / Suicide Bridge Restaurant
Locals love this spot and you will too, as long as you’re willing to drive the distance. Have a seat with a water view and order the scallops or crab cakes. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with any seafood dish here.
Address: 6304 Suicide Bridge Rd, Hurlock, MD 21643
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Facebook / Nonna Maria’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant
This barn-like structure is actually a tasty Italian restaurant. Come in, have a seat, and order a pizza. Don’t forget to try the cream of crab soup, too. Just look at it!
Address: 5306 Church Hill Rd, Church Hill, MD 21623
Facebook / The Comus Inn at Sugarloaf Mountain
This restaurant offers a great view of Sugarloaf mountain. It’s also a superb spot for a wedding venue, as the scenic views are enchanting year-round.
Address: 23900 Old Hundred Road Dickerson, MD 20842
Facebook / Manor Tavern Banquet and Catering Events
Facebook / The Manor Tavern
This restaurant is located in Maryland’s horse country, so the drive here is fantastic. After enjoying the rolling hills, step in and consume a hot, hearty meal.
Address: 15819 Old York Road Monkton, MD 21111
Facebook / Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop
Don’t miss out on the buffet here, which is inspired by Amish and German cuisine. Then, stroll around the artisan shops and purchase one-of-a-kind crafts and more.
Address: 125 Casselman Rd Grantsville, MD 21536
Facebook / Mountain State Brewing Co.
This rustic cabin is actually a restaurant and brewery. Order a pizza to pair with many flavors of beer. Or just sample a few brews to determine your favorite.
Address: 6690 Sang Run Rd. McHenry, MD 21541
TripAdvisor / islandgirl2244
Facebook / Old Saltys
This seafood restaurant is located in an old schoolhouse and has an amazing sunset view. Head inside for seafood or try one of their giant steaks. Be sure to bring a big appetite.
Address: 2560 Hoopers Island Rd Fishing Creek, MD 21634
Facebook / Rube’s Crab Shack
This tucked away spot is perfect for a crab feast. Pair your spicy meal with a fruity drink and you’ve got yourself a great afternoon.
Address: 17308 N Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, MD 21727
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