Madrones has placed in six categories for Frederick Magazine’s 2017 Best of Frederick competition! In its 25th Anniversary edition, the local magazine's competition tallied thousands of votes. When all was said and done, Madrones came out on top for Best Lunch. Our restaurant also placed in the top three for Best Dessert, Sunday Brunch, Steak, Hamburger, and Barbecue Ribs. From all of us at Madrones, thank you for the support. We couldn't have done it without you, and we can't wait  [read more...]

Instead of chocolate-covered strawberries and hard candy (or bacon bouquets, if you're a real pro), visit Madrones for the sweetest (and spiciest) Valentine's Day dishes and drinks for you and your loved one. We're giving you a seafood entree fit for your king or queen with a duo of ambrosial cocktails that'll make you say "be mine."   Entrée Special:   Hickory Grilled Salmon over Spicy Langostino Lobster Risotto Atlantic salmon is blackened over hickory wood, seared t  [read more...]

Thanks to you, Madrones had an amazing 2016. We said hello to friends -- old and new, cranked out some fantastic new recipes, and got nominated for Frederick Magazine's Best of Frederick again. Because we couldn't have done it without you, we're giving you our best dish and clink-worthy cocktails for you to ring in the New Year.   Entrée Specials:   Grilled Salmon with Pasta Pesto, Baby Shrimp, and Balsamic Glaze Say hello to 2017 with one of our favorites. We hickory  [read more...]

Need another idea for your holiday menu that feeds ten people? Madrones is giving you a sneak peek into our kitchen, so you can make one of our most famous yuletide side dishes, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, for your dinner table.   Ingredients:    5 lb. red potatoes 3 oz. roasted garlic bulbs 1.5 cups heavy cream 1/2 lb. butter 1.5 tbsp. kosher salt Pepper, to taste   Instructions:     Set the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. (At Madrones, we  [read more...]

What’s better than candy canes and hot chocolate? Crabs and classic cocktails at Christmas, which is exactly what we're bringing you this month. Guests are welcome to jingle all the way to a table at Madrones for an entrée that’s Kris Kringle-approved and wintry drinks that'll add a little extra merry to your holiday. Entrée Specials:   Beef Tenderloin and Jumbo Lump Crab Chestnuts and glazed ham are so old-school. Our Jumbo lump crab is served with melted butter and Old  [read more...]

Once November hits, everyone’s mind goes straight to Thanksgiving. People picture an orange tablecloth, covering the dining room table that’s adorned with a cornucopia of harvest treats and other autumnal decorations. Throughout the house lingers a scent of turkey and mashed potatoes, and a subtle aroma of vanilla candle. So, who said Thanksgiving should be celebrated on only one day of the month? Come into Madrones this November to see how we’re giving thanks with a fall harvest pa  [read more...]

  Autumn is one of the most enjoyable times of the year. With the leaves changing into bright yellows and oranges, paired with the cooler temperatures and all things pumpkin, fall is perfect. What’s even better is spending the season in the gorgeous terrain of Northern California. We love Maryland, but there’s something about dreaming of a picturesque French château in Wine Country, feeling a gentle autumn breeze and staring at wide-open vineyards. Now that we’ve got you d  [read more...]

Calling all loyal customers!   Now is the time (again) for your chance to vote for Madrones in Frederick Magazine’s 2017 Best of Frederick competition. Click here to vote for us until Nov. 15. Results will be published in the February 2017 issue. This year’s ballot is divided into two parts, but we’re looking to dominate the first half of the categories in nominations for all things restaurant, including best Sunday brunch and lunch. If you love a specific dish of ours,  [read more...]

This month is all about our good ole home state. Little America has everything from mountains to shining seas, and we couldn’t be prouder to call this land our land. We have two football and baseball teams and the prettiest state flower (Hello, Black-Eyed Susan). Who else's state sport is medieval jousting? Not to mention the influx of champion lacrosse players, summer feasts of blue crabs and Old Bay, and our absolutely superior flag. To celebrate all things Maryland, Madrones is givin  [read more...]

From August 5 to August 21, you can vote for Madrones to be The Frederick News-Post’s Best of the Best 2016 by clicking here. This year, we’ve been nominated for Best Business Lunch (in which we’ll be going for a repeat victory), Best Brunch, and Best Salad. The winners will be announced on September 30. From all of us at Madrones, thank you for your endless support, and we hope to see you soon.  [read more...]