Hootch and Banter

Nice atmosphere. It is a little cramped, but not too noisy. The service was great and the food was very good. Crab dip was good but nothing out of the ordinary. The dirty cheesesteak was excellent. Get it with the hot peppers.

We sat upstairs at the bar and were surprised at how lovely the ambiance was. The bartender was excellent. Outstanding service, delicious food, and even better cocktails. The prices are very fair. We were from out of town and pleasantly surprised at how yummy our food was! It was busy but we did not have to wait.

Let me just say this!!! Hootch and Banter is a vibe!!! Everything about this restaurant is simply awesome. I knew it was going to be great, when I saw a line forming 20 minutes before the restaurant opened. It was my first time dining here and it was worth the 1 hour drive from Arlington, Virginia. I loved it so much that I would drive back and forth again. First impressions are everything and upon entering, the host sat us at a nice table by the window. It was perfect. The host was very friendly. Now on to our waiter Corey H. Shout out to Corey. He was personable, friendly and offered great recommendations for drinks, entrees and desserts. I ordered a Moscow Mule and the Mediterranean Salad with chicken. My friend had the Carne Y Huevos Rancheros. The drinks and food were grrrrrreeeaaattt! For dessert Corey recommended the beignets and they were fantastic. I honestly can’t wait to return. The menu is amazing, ambience is cute and quaint, staff are friendly and it’s a great atmosphere. Tips: Get there early. The restaurant is first come/first served. Street and Garage Parking are available.

Hootch & Banter in downtown Frederick is a win. The Filet Wellington minis were tender, flaky, and packed with flavor from the truffle duxelle and demi-glace. The fried Brussels sprouts were crispy with the perfect sweet heat from the honey sauce, bacon, and feta. Banana bread pudding sealed the deal, warm, rich, and topped with melting vanilla ice cream. Great vibe, great food, definitely going back. 🍽️✨

Hootch and Banter is our absolute favorite for unforgettable date nights. Last evening, my husband and I enjoyed a delightful experience thanks to an exceptional bartender and a vibrant atmosphere. I even got creative and asked the chef to craft a special shrimp-and-crab cake pasta, and my husband got the Filet Me Down which were both absolutely delicious! Our waiter created his signature low-calorie Smoke-N-Berry cocktail that was simply amazing—so good, I hope to see them on the updated menu!

Excellent service from start to finish and delicious food/drinks! We sat upstairs at the bar which was gorgeous with the natural lighting and exposed brick walls. Lots of Gluten-Free options available for those with allergies like myself. I wasn’t expecting a whole lot from the turkey sandwich, but boy was that a mistake, because I cannot explain to you how GOOD this sandwich was. The fries are also incredible. Highly recommend for brunch or lunch in Fredrick!

We had a family brunch shortly before Christmas and the decorations and atmosphere at the upstairs were lovely! The holiday-themed cocktails were delicious and the crab-featured menu items were great. The food took a little while to come but we weren’t in a big rush. We came at weekend brunch time and there were plenty of people but it didn’t feel too crowded or noisy. Definitely recommend for a good brunch spot.