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Reynolds Tavern
Welcome to Reynolds Tavern; one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in Annapolis. Situated in a prominent position on Church Circle it is convenient for the historic district, shops, restaurants and the United States Naval Academy.
The building has been restored beautifully to reflect the working nature of the tavern and the elegance of the 18th Century. Reynolds Tavern is the oldest tavern in Annapolis and one of the oldest in the U.S.
Whatever your tastes, Reynolds Tavern has something to offer you. Reynolds Tavern serves a full lunch menu, English Afternoon tea and romantic dining in the evenings.
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The building has been restored beautifully to reflect the working nature of the tavern and the elegance of the 18th Century. Reynolds Tavern is the oldest tavern in Annapolis and one of the oldest in the U.S.
Whatever your tastes, Reynolds Tavern has something to offer you. Reynolds Tavern serves a full lunch menu, English Afternoon tea and romantic dining in the evenings.
47 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 47 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(12)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(26)
- neighborhood gem(23)
- romantic(19)
- fit for foodies(18)
- great for lunch(16)
- good for groups(5)
Reynolds Tavern Reviews List
Review 1 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not up to Ratings
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice ambience, interesting menu.Waiter slow, took 15 mins to get a drink refill to my husband on a very quiet night. Never asked me if I wanted a refill. Food arrived at table cold, clearly sat in pass thru for ages prior to delivery. Don't bother."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 2 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
My wife and daughter both
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife and daughter both complained that the mashed potatoes were too salty."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
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Review 3 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice atmosphere, quiet, historic,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice atmosphere, quiet, historic, but service was a bit slow and inattentive, especially given how few people were in the tavern."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dining with history in this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Dining with history in this Tavern with excellent food and service."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I expected more of this restaurant,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I expected more of this restaurant, as it was highly rated. We went there for afternoon tea. They have the greatest number of choices of afternoon tea menus in the area. The food was plentiful, teas well prepared, scones good, savories boring and bland except for the shepherd's pie tart and the sweets were uninspired. A disappointment -- we won't be back for tea."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Colonial Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is a beautiful 18th century tavern, perfectly preserved with sensational food and warm, welcoming service. We also went back for afternoon tea. If you're in Annapolis, this is a must-experience."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 7 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
This was not a very good experience
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was not a very good experience. We were sent to the bar to wait for our table. The bar was in the basement and no one ever came to tell us our table was ready. The bartender said that happens all the time. Not very professional. Then our server forgot to put in one of our orders so everyone else had to eat while one person sat without food for a long time. It was a special occasion birthday too. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant. The food was just ok."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
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Review 8 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely afternoon at Reynold's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were celebrating one of my friend's birthday and decided to have afternoon tea at Reynolds Tavern. It's a lovely restaurant and our tea was outstanding. There is a new menu and chef so if you are wanting to have a very pleasant lunch, tea, or dinner, I would highly recommend it. Their tea is presented beautifully and all the food was excellent. They have two pages of different teas and they are presented in full teapots with a beautiful tray of scones, sandwiches, and desserts. It was lovely and we will definitely be back again. Other than the tea service, there is a new, large "Southern" inspired menu, appetizers, seafood, steaks, and even Southern Fried Buttermilk Chicken. All looked delicious and we will definitely be back."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very accommodating with a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very accommodating with a large group. Service was impeccable, food was delicious!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 10 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tea!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"So nice to have a place for tea! Nice setting and very enjoyable!"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Highly recommended for lodging
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Highly recommended for lodging and dining."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dined here for Annapolis restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Dined here for Annapolis restaurant week and was reminded of what a lovely spot it is for its colonial atmosphere, as well as the food. I ordered from the 3-course restaurant week menu and was very pleaded with my selections. The seafood linguini dish was very good; the citrus panna cotta for dessert was a light and refreshing end to the meal."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I absolutely loved Reynold's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I absolutely loved Reynold's Tavern. The food was just amazing, the service was incredible, and they made us feel truly special on our anniversary. This is a hidden gem and a new favorite."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
lovely restaurant with a beautiful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"lovely restaurant with a beautiful nighttime view of St Anne's Church. Well prepared food in a cozy setting - perfect for a special occaission. Entrees are expensive but prepared perfectly. Be sure to take home a box of scones!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 15 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our last visit was on Valentine's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our last visit was on Valentine's Day. Despite the day, the tavern was not overcrowded nor was there a feeling of rush. We both selected from the Valentine special menu. Each item was 4* or above. Be sure to try the Oysters Vol au Vent appetizer. The oysters were choice and perfectly prepared."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food, service and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food, service and decor. Reasonably priced. An overall delightful experience."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyed a drink in the cozy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Enjoyed a drink in the cozy downstairs pub before dinner. We had salads and fish entrees. We were both very impressed. We were commenting on the food all through the meal and how great it was. Our waiter was very attentive and really added to the experience - it makes all the difference."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We came here with friends
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We came here with friends from out of town. Loved the food, and the setting is cozy and quiet."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
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Review 19 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Happy Valentine's Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I knew that Reynolds Tavern is historic and a well-known place for Lunch, Afternoon Tea,and Dinner. Enjoying their Valentine's Day prix fixe dinner was a real treat for me and My Love. Grewat food and marvelous service. Remember the historic aspect and don't expect huge windows and water views. However, the view of ST. Anne's Church and the Maryland State House from our table was wonderful."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food in an old tavern
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food in an old tavern built in the 1700s. The building has soul. If you like history, you will like this place. If you like good food, you will like this place."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Reynolds Tavern
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Abolutely a pleasure to dine
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Abolutely a pleasure to dine here. Historic building completely restored to its colonial splendor. The menu has outstanding choices including seafood, classic, and current american dishes. Service has always been fast and attentive. You can't find a better place for dinner, lunch, or high tea in downtown Annapolis."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Reynolds Tavern
Based on the average of (26) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate