Frederick · Frederick County, MD
Live music in Frederick
Scout analyzed 81 Frederick places and surfaced the ones that actually fit live music.
Places analyzed
81
Matches
24
Typical spend
$50
Typical visit
1.4 hr
Scout-verified spots
Downtown
The Tasting Room
The Tasting Room is a good choice for a sophisticated evening meal or drinks, pairing well with a walk around downtown Frederick. Plan for an hour and a half and about $50-100 per person.
Downtown
the Wine Kitchen on the Creek
The Wine Kitchen on the Creek is good for a upscale dinner with wine pairings, especially nice for a date night or special occasion. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and about $50-$120 per person for a meal and drinks.
Food & Drink
Frederick Coffee Co & Cafe
Frederick Coffee Co & Cafe is good for a relaxed coffee or meal, potentially with live music, and can be paired with a downtown stroll. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for an hour-long visit.
Food & Drink
Baltimore Coffee and Tea Co., Inc.
This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop for a drink or pastry, making it a good complement to errands or a casual work session. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person.
Downtown
Wye Oak Tavern
Wye Oak Tavern is a good choice for a refined dinner outing, especially for special occasions or a romantic evening. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and budget $75-150 per person for a full meal and drinks.
Food & Drink
Dutch's Daughter
Dutch's Daughter is a good choice for a nicer dinner outing, perfect for a date night or celebrating a milestone. Expect to spend $50-100 per person for an evening meal.
Food & Drink
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
Firebirds is a solid option for an upscale casual meal, pairing well with a shopping trip or a movie. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and roughly $30-$75 per person for dinner and drinks.
Outdoors
Sugarloaf Mountain Peak
This is a popular hiking destination with trails to a scenic peak, suitable for a half-day outing. It is free to enter, though parking can be competitive on weekends.
Downtown
Cafe Nola
Cafe Nola is a good spot for a relaxed meal or coffee, or for creative cocktails in an art-filled setting. Expect to spend $10-40 per person for a visit of 1-1.5 hours.
Downtown
Bentztown
Bentztown, as a typical American restaurant and bar, is suitable for a dinner outing or drinks, likely pairing well with other downtown activities. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-50 per person.
Downtown
Frederick Social
Frederick Social is a gastropub and cafe suitable for casual meals or drinks, pairing well with a walk around downtown Frederick. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for a meal and a drink.
Downtown
Hootch and Banter
Hootch and Banter is suitable for a sophisticated dinner, often followed by drinks. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $35-$80 per person for food and drinks.
Market Square
The Mint Room
The Mint Room is an Indian restaurant, good for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person.
Food & Drink
Gladchuk Bros Restaurant
Gladchuk Bros is a classic white-tablecloth restaurant suitable for a quiet dinner or special occasion, typically costing $35-75 per person. Expect to spend about 1.5 hours here enjoying the American and European-influenced menu.
Downtown
The Perfect Blend Cafe
The Perfect Blend Cafe is a good stop for a casual coffee or quick bite, suitable for a solo break or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and about $5-$15 per person.
Downtown
Gravel & Grind
Gravel & Grind is a good spot for a quick coffee and a light bite, or to browse bicycle gear. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and under $15 per person for a casual visit.
Downtown
Tempo Di Pasta
Tempo Di Pasta is a solid choice for a casual dinner outing, suitable for dates or family. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-60 per person on a meal.
Downtown
JoJo's Restaurant & Tap House
JoJo's is a casual spot for American food and craft beer, good for a relaxed meal that could precede or follow downtown activities. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $20-50 per person.
Food & Drink
Madrones
Madrones is a suitable spot for a relaxed dinner or Sunday brunch, offering American fare and a full bar. Expect to spend $30-75 per person for a visit of 1.5-2 hours, making it good for a family meal or a casual date night.
Food & Drink
Showroom
Showroom is a chic Modern-American restaurant suitable for a special evening out or a date night. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $40-80 per person on a meal with drinks.
Canterbury Station
Dublin Roasters Coffee
Dublin Roasters is a good spot for a relaxed morning coffee or a midday pick-me-up, ideal for a solo visit or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for coffee and a light bite.
Oella
Old Mill Cafe
The Old Mill Cafe is good for a relaxed morning coffee or an afternoon snack. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person for about an hour, potentially combining with a walk around Ellicott City.
Downtown
Beans & Bagels
Beans & Bagels is a casual spot for breakfast or lunch, suitable for a quick solo meal or a family outing. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $10-25 per person for bagels, sandwiches, or coffee.
Food & Drink
Beans in the Belfry
This coffee shop in a restored church offers a unique setting for a casual meal or coffee break. Expect to spend an hour and $10-25 per person for food and drink.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 54 of the 81 analyzed Frederick places fit live music.
- 30% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 46% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Upscale, Quiet, Adventurous.
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