Madrones is adding a hint of Southern flare to this month’s specials, which includes the sweet flavors of maple and bourbon combined with the spicy essence of classic shrimp and grits. You’ll feel like you’re right in New Orleans to ring in the warm weather. Entrée Special:   Creole Shrimp and Lobster Grits Jumbo shrimp, Langostino Lobster, andouille sausage and onions, finished in a Creole Meunière reduction. Served over spicy shrimp-infused grits. 24    [read more...]

We're counting down the days until St. Patrick's Day! While we're not serving green beer quite yet, we're offering a plethora of picnic favorites. Savor fresh-off-the-grill blackened prime rib with a fully loaded baked potato. To complement and cool off, you can enjoy spring's fruitiest cocktails that combine grapefruit, lime, and blood orange. Entrée Special:   Blackened Prime Rib, Au Jus and Spicy Horseradish Cream  Aged prime rib, blackened and served with house au jus. I  [read more...]

Congratulations!   Madrones has placed in nine categories for Frederick Magazine’s 2018 Best of Frederick competition! The local magazine’s competition tallied thousands of votes, and when all was said and done, Madrones came out as the most awarded restaurant in Frederick, Maryland. We placed in the top three for the following categories: Best Barbecue Ribs Best Cocktail Best Crab Cake Best Dessert Best Happy Hour Best Lunch Best Overall Restaurant  [read more...]

February is synonymous with Valentine’s Day, and Madrones has a full menu dedicated to the Hallmark holiday. We’re giving you a delicious dinner that’s followed by the sweetest cocktails and a special dessert for chocolate lovers. Check out February’s specials: Entrée Special:   Hickory Grilled Filet Mignon Medallions, Scallop & Shrimp  Over sautéed spinach, corn, button mushrooms, and garlic mashed potatoes. Finished in a spicy butter sauce. 26    [read more...]

You've seen it in movies. Now, experience it for yourself in Frederick, Maryland: Winter in the city. Surrounded by snowflake flurries and bundled up from head to toe, we hope you find your way home to Madrones this month. We're offering a tribute to the city of all cities, New York, with our prime aged strip and a little introduction to the home of Makers Mark bourbon distillery. Entrée Special:   Prime Aged New York Strip  Welcome to New York. Warm up with a strip grill  [read more...]

By now, you know Madrones likes to do tradition a little differently, and December's yuletide specials are no exception. Say goodbye to Christmas ham, and hello to Lamb Chops with fire-roasted asparagus. Our eggnog is specially made for those on the Naughty List, and it's not the holiday season with a cold copper mug or two. Check out this month's specials below: Entrée Special:   Lamb Chops Grilled lamb chops, caramelized and slightly charred, topped with sriracha lime aioli  [read more...]

Butternut squash soup and maple flavors are last fall. Madrones is revamping classic autumn dishes with barbecue, coconut, and a touch of Mexican spice. Check out our taco entrée and two featured cocktails that'll kick pumpkin to the curb this month. Entrée Special:   Barbecue Rib Tacos & Caramelized Butternut Squash Believe it or not, Madrones famous hickory fall-off-the-bone ribs are a great addition to your fall menu. Grilled with caramelized traditional butternut squ  [read more...]

Calling all loyal customers!   Now is the time (again) for your chance to vote for Madrones in Frederick Magazine’s 2018 Best of Frederick competition. Click here to vote for us until Nov. 15. Results will be published in the February 2018 issue. This year’s ballot is divided into three parts, but we’re looking to dominate the first section of the categories in nominations for all things Food & Drink, including a repeat of our Best Lunch win last year. If you love  [read more...]

Have you ever seen a farm during the fall season? The brisk sweater weather complements the gorgeous bounty that often includes ripe peaches, full pumpkins, and sweet apples. While we fill our special cocktails with fall fruit, we're using delicious year-round ingredients, like onion and cheese, to accompany our angus steak entrée. Entrée Special:   Ancho Crusted Porterhouse Steak (Premium Black Angus Beef - Creekstone Farms, KS) Served with an in-season portobello mushroom  [read more...]

While you have to wait until Sept. 22 for the official First Day Of Fall, Madrones is celebrating the season all month long with a seafood dish that's as beautiful as the changing leaves in New England. We're also featuring a local whiskey to warm you up for the crisp weather, and our bartenders are squeezing out the last bit of peach season in a yummy sangria. Entrée Special:   Grilled Sea Scallops Over Seafood Risotto Sea scallops grilled over hickory wood, seared to medium. A  [read more...]