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Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
One of the best restaurants in Maryland is located just two miles from I-95 exit 74 at Mountain Branch Golf Course - 20 minutes from Baltimore.
Constructed out of three acres of Oregon’s finest Douglas Fir, the historic-looking timber-pegged post and beam structure has high ceilings, multilevel architecture and a magnificent view. The Grille & Pub at Mountain Branch is a favorite for relaxing after a round of golf and is an ever-popular destination for lunch, dinner and late night. Spacious patios afford dining al fresco when the weather is mild. And when winter winds are blowing, a large fireplace keeps the inside warm and cozy. The American-classic menu offers a diverse mix of tastes, including soups, salads, and sandwiches as well as fresh fish, crab cakes and Angus beef. Our chefs take pride in keeping the offerings creative and interesting - taking full advantage of fresh seasonal ingredients.
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Constructed out of three acres of Oregon’s finest Douglas Fir, the historic-looking timber-pegged post and beam structure has high ceilings, multilevel architecture and a magnificent view. The Grille & Pub at Mountain Branch is a favorite for relaxing after a round of golf and is an ever-popular destination for lunch, dinner and late night. Spacious patios afford dining al fresco when the weather is mild. And when winter winds are blowing, a large fireplace keeps the inside warm and cozy. The American-classic menu offers a diverse mix of tastes, including soups, salads, and sandwiches as well as fresh fish, crab cakes and Angus beef. Our chefs take pride in keeping the offerings creative and interesting - taking full advantage of fresh seasonal ingredients.
75 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 75 reviews
5 stars
(25)
4 stars
(37)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- scenic view(46)
- special occasion(39)
- great for outdoor dining(35)
- good for groups(33)
- neighborhood gem(30)
- great for brunch(22)
Mountain Branch Grille & Pub Reviews List
Review 1 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've dined for special events, ate brunch at least 5x and always go back for their great customer service, reasonable prices and great tasting food. Highly recommend for any occasion.
Golf course is just another added convenience to an already greàt venue
Dimarie family"
Dined on 6/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"THE DINING ROOM I FOUND TO BE VERY NOISEY. NOT MUCH ROOM BETWEEN TABLES.COULD HEAR EVERY ONES CONVERSATION. IT WAS A FRIDAY NIGHT AND VERY BUSY. THERE IS ONLY ONE WAY INTO THE TOP DINING ROOM SO VERY BUSY WITH WAITERS AND BUS BOYS MOVING IN AND OUT. VERY DISTRACTING. I AM SURE EATING DOING THE WEEK WOULD HAVE BEEN A BETTER TIME."
Dined on 6/14/2013
2012
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 3 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First try
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tried for restaurant week. Beautiful night for a beautiful scenic sunset. Pleasant and accommodating waitress. Good food and drink. Would go back."
Dined on 6/12/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view
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Review 4 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service and food were both excellent"
Dined on 6/10/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 5 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Poor service and fair food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went for Sunday brunch- the service was very slow. The food was cold (buffet style brunch). Overall I think it was much to expensive for the quality of the good and the service. I would not go back for brunch again."
Dined on 6/09/2013
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Review 6 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Food and Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Food and Service is all you need to know.
Add in reasonable prices and good menu selections.
BoB"
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"good food, atmosphere, and service was excellent"
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: scenic view, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Something for everyone
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu covers a great variety so there is something for everyone. We all happened to order a fish entree and everything was delicious, Service was a little slow but we didn't mind because the view is lovely and the dining room is pleasant."
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 9 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Bad service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
". It was my wifes 40th birthday celebration and I had made reservations for my wife and I and two other couples. When we were seated we were able to place a drink order. It took our waitress an hour to come back and take our appetizer order and that was only because I flagged her down. We though we would order our dinners while we had our waitresses attention not knowing when he might be back. I think she was so flustered she ran off before we could order anything. I had allowed two hours for dinner then had plans to meet up with a bunch of friends. We were 40 minutes late meeting up with the rest of our friends because dinner took so long. We were all very happy with our food. Just extremely disappointed in the service."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Patio Dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Mountain Branch Grille & Pub is affiliated with a golf course. The patio dining overlooks the golf course for a great scenic view. The kitchen creates some memorable dishes for specials and there are some standard menu items that are great choices e.g. the Fried Oysters are not to be missed. On Wednesday the restaurant has 15 wines priced at $15 per bottle. While these are not great wines at this prie, I usually find a real gem for what is effectively retail price. Dress is casual so you can have fine dining (or pub fare if you prefer) without having to dress up."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 11 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mountain Branch Inn Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been there before but first time for brunch. There were a lot of options for breakfast and or lunch. The food was good and hot. Service was not as usual, coffee was not refilled or were we told that for a few more dollars you could have unlimited mimosas or bloody Mary's."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 12 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overly salty food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mountain Branch is gorgeous inside. We went for lunch and ordered the black and bleu sandwich and shrimp po boy. Both were overly salty. The black and bleu sandwich had far too much bleu cheese for my liking, but my fiance thought it was fine. My shrimp po boy was disappointing. Mounds of tomato and lettuce and only 6 tiny pieces of shrimp... I wouldn't recommend this to anyone."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 13 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Must Go To!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is by far my favorite place in Baltimore County to go to. The bar has an awesome lunch menu and the dinner menu at the restaurant is by far one of the best I've seen. Never had a bad meal here."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I thought the food was very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I thought the food was very good and appropriately priced. Server was sub par. Was not very familiar with the menu and had to read us the specials. She was not organized and it took too much time getting drinks. We did not get our water until half way through the meal."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 15 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was very good. Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good. Service was not. When the check came the waitress mysteriously lost of gift certificate, but as soon as we told her, she new exactly were it was don't what kind scam she was trying to pull. Probably wont go back over that. What a shame I really likes the food"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 16 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Another fine dining experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another fine dining experience was had by Mountain Branch.Price Fixe menu was a great value. The sword fish had a good flavor and was cooked well. The shrimp bisque was rich and tasty. The bread pudding was a generous portion and had exceptional flavor. Chase was our server and performed adequate and reliable service."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 17 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It was good but one thing...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We showed up 15 minutes early and we were seated right away. The service was good and food was good. Timing was perfect. As far as our departure, the hostess was too busy talking to a waiter and did not tell us have a good night or thank you on the way out. Probably the only criticism I could give..."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, scenic view
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Review 18 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Mountain Branch Under New Managemen
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Since being taken over by new ownership Mountain Branch is worth the visit. The menu is much better and plating what you come to expect from a fine restaurant. The veal chop was nice, although I could have appreciated a little less sauce. The scallops were big and perfectly cooked to our liking. The salmon was very flavorful, however the Md Crab Soup was a bust. Where was the crabmeat?"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Disappointing and Expensive
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went here for dinner on a Saturday night and the place was packed, which I'm having a hard time understanding. The food was bland and overpriced. I ordered one of the "specialty" items, a double-cut pork chop that is featured on the menu, so you would think it would be good. It was dry and absolutely flavorless, and $24. The steak sandwich was edible but nothing special. Maybe they do a better brunch than dinner; not sure we'll be finding out, though. An expensive disappointment."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2005
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Review 20 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely, one of the most
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Absolutely, one of the most consistently excellent dining experiences in greater Baltimore. Food preparation, presentation, service and atmosphere spot on. Each person in our party ordered a different entre; crab cakes,steak, pork cop, sea bass. Every one was outstanding. If you want a great meal and lovely dining experience in an atmosphere that is charmingly rustic and unpretentious, give Mountain Branch a try."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 21 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This restaurant usually serves
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant usually serves a nice selection. Our meal was enjoyable, although the fried oysters did not have the right taste and one of our guests did not eat them. I can say that they were not bad, because I also ordered them, but there was just something about the taste not wasn't right, but I think it was the seasoning. The waitress was very accomidating and took my guest's off our bill."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We went to the Sunday Brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to the Sunday Brunch and arrived at 10:30. Many of the breakfast dishes were luke warm and looked like they had been sitting out a long time. Selection was great. Many different choices."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
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Review 23 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a wonderful meal and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a wonderful meal and the service was excellent."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food and service was over
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service was over the top. Hope the future new owners continue the reputation."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food for any occasion
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We love Mountain Branch and have been there numerous times for alltypes of occasions. We love the food and the menu offers a surprising variety of dishes. The bar has our favorite burger night on Mondays that should net be missed!"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 26 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I originally made the reservations
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I originally made the reservations for a party of 10, possibly 11. I called earlier in the week to add the additional person, and the hostess was very gracious and accommodating. We were seated within 15 minutes of the time we arrived for our reservation. The food was very good. The waitress was very nice, but as the evening wore on, we saw less and less of her; our "dinner" ended up lasting about 3 hours. When we were ready for our bill, our waitress was busy elsewhere and we sat for over 30 minutes waiting for her to return with our bill. Overall, we had a very nice evening, and the accommodations are great for a large party. One suggestion: more servers for the weekend evenings."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 27 for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
unique menu great bread wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"unique menu
great bread
wonderful flavors
good service by all of the staff
market rate prices
i would return with friends"
great bread
wonderful flavors
good service by all of the staff
market rate prices
i would return with friends"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub
Based on the average of (48) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
14 out of 14 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate