The Charles Menu – La Plata, MD

Type : Restaurant

Location : La Plata, MD

The Charles Restaurant & Bar provides a seasonally inspired menu that features the highest quality foods and an incredible beverage selection.
We source from local farmers and growers across southern Maryland to deliver innovative plates to our friends, local community, Charles County MD and curious foodies across the state.

Exhibiting a contemporary feel while maintaining a relaxed southern charm, come join us for great food, crafted cocktails and iconic spirits and drinks.

Based on 762 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery

The Charles 20646

Address:
417 Charles St, La Plata, MD 20646

Phone: (301) 392-5116

Website:

Hours

Monday

(Labor Day)
 Closed
Tuesday 11:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM–9 PM
Friday 11:30 AM–11 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM–11 PM
Sunday 10 AM–3 PM, 4–8 PM

Menu

Main Menu
Raw Oysters
six oysters, choice of local or chef’s pick of the week served with mignonette, cocktail sauce, lemons		 $12.00
Oysters Rockefeller
six local oysters, pernod creamed spinach, lemon herb breadcrumbs		 $16.00
Hummus Plate
house made roasted garlic hummus, veggies, pita bread		 $15.00
Ginger Chicken Lettuce Wraps
bibb lettuce, thai chili sauce, nuoc cham, peanut sauce-contains peanuts		 $13.00
Tuna Tartar
spicy togarashi aioli, daikon radish, avocado créme, spicy cucumbers, duck fat fried saltines – available gluten free		 $20.00
Cauliflower Fritters
aji amarilla sauce, chorizo, wilted spinach, chorizo oil		 $13.00
Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts
scallions, kung pao sauce, roasted peanuts		 $13.00
Heritage Pork Belly & Fig
chorizo scented grains, caramelized fig and pearl onion, fig vinaigrette, chorizo crumbs		 $15.00
Baby Kale Salad
pear, butternut squash, cranberry gremolata, feta, olive oil brioche croutons, apple miso vinaigrette- available gluten free		 $11.00
Farmer Salad
torn leaf bibb, cucumber, tomatoes, watermelon radish, lemon parmesan vinaigrette		 $8.00
Baby Iceberg
brown sugar bacon, tomato, pickled red onion, blue cheese crisp, ranch		 $11.00
Caesar Salad
lemon herb breadcrumbs, parmesan croutons, grated egg yolk		 $9.00
Chef’s Cream Of Crab Soup $12.00
Pan Seared Scallops
grains risotto style, butternut squash, baby kale, golden raisin, sage, pumpkin seeds, pecorino, brown butter sauce		 $38.00
Crab Cakes
jumbo lump crab cakes, asparagus, roasted new potatoes, lemon dijon aioli		 $25.00
Shrimp & Grits
garlic herb shrimp, chorizo, tomatoes, creamy shrimp sauce, blue corn grits, chive oil		 $27.00
Chicken Saltimbocca
chicken thighs, prosciutto, sage, tomatoes, roasted new potatoes, baby green beans		 $27.00
American Wagyu Beef Burger
smoked white cheddar, caramelized onion, lettuce, herb salt tomatoes, onion brioche, french fries		 $19.00
Chicken Paillard
breaded, pan fried chicken breast, polenta, arugula salad, tomato, goat cheese, lemon butter sauce		 $24.00
Black Angus Beef Filet
8 oz beef tenderloin, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, slow roasted heirloom carrot, caramelized onion demi-glace		 $44.00
Honey Fennel Glazed Duck Breast
9 oz duck breast, roasted new potatoes, carrot puree, snap peas, asparagus, baby fennel, red wine demi-glace		 $31.00
Tenderloin Tips
wild mushrooms, mushroom cream, campanelli pasta, pecorino cheese – limited quantity		 $29.00
Braised Short Rib
korean glazed short ribs, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, roasted baby carrots		 $30.00
Black Garlic Spiced Salmon
roasted new potatoes, broccoli, gochujang		 $27.00
Blue Crab Stuffed Ravioli
crab stuffed ravioli, old bay cream, asparagus tips, snap peas, zucchini, and english peas		 $27.00
Lunch
Ginger Chicken Lettuce Wraps
bibb lettuce, thai chili sauce, nuoc cham, peanut sauce – contains peanuts		 $13.00
Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts
scallions, kung pao sauce, roasted peanuts		 $13.00
Heritage Pork Belly & Fig
chorizo scented grains, caramelized fig and pearl onion, fig vinaigrette, chorizo crumbs		 $15.00
Cauliflower Fritters
aji amarilla sauce, wilted spinach, chorizo, chorizo oil		 $13.00
Hummus Plate
house made roasted garlic hummus, seasonal veggies, pita bread		 $15.00
Farmer Salad
torn leaf bibb, cucumber, tomatoes, watermelon radish, lemon parmesan vinaigrette		 $8.00
Caesar Salad
lemon herb breadcrumbs, parmesan croutons, grated egg yolk – available gluten free		 $9.00
Cobb Salad
tomatoes, avocado, blue cheese crumble, aged white cheddar, red onion, cucumber, hard boiled egg, radish, brown sugar bacon, grilled chicken		 $16.00
Baby Kale Salad
pear, butternut squash, cranberry gremolata, feta, olive oil brioche croutons, apple miso vinaigrette – available gluten free		 $11.00
Baby Iceberg
brown sugar bacon, tomato, pickled red onion, blue cheese crisp, ranch		 $11.00
Chef’s Steak Salad
espresso-rubbed 6 oz flat iron steak, brussels sprouts, butternut squash, caramelized onions, leeks, potatoes, warm blue cheese, local greens, balsamic vinaigrette		 $16.00
Chef’s Cream Of Crab Soup $12.00
Soup Of The Day $8.00
Rosemary Turkey Breast Club
nueske bacon, bibb lettuce, tomato, lemon dijon aioli, pullman loaf		 $14.00
Beef Tips Sandwich
veal demi-glace, boursin cheese, roasted shallot puree, pickled red onions, lettuce, tomato, mini french baguette		 $20.00
Rueben
first-cut corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, thousand island dressing, marble rye		 $14.00
American Wagyu Beef Burger
smoked white cheddar, caramelized onion, lettuce, herb salt tomatoes, onion brioche, french fries		 $19.00
Spiced Salmon Tacos
spicy aioli, pickled daikon radish & carrots, avocado crème, corn tortillas		 $18.00
Crab Cake Sandwich
lettuce, tomato, lemon dijon aioli, brioche bun		 $20.00
Pan Seared Scallops
grains risotto style, butternut squash, baby kale, golden raisin, sage, pumpkin seeds, pecorino, brown butter sauce		 $38.00
Shrimp & Grits
garlic herb shrimp, chorizo, tomatoes, creamy shrimp sauce, blue corn grits, chive oil		 $27.00
Chicken Saltimbocca
chicken thighs, prosciutto, sage, tomatoes, roasted new potatoes, baby green beans		 $27.00
Tenderloin Tips
wild mushrooms, mushroom cream, campanelli pasta, pecorino cheese – limited quantity		 $29.00
Black Garlic Spiced Salmon
roasted new potatoes, broccoli, gochujang		 $27.00
Chicken Paillard
breaded, pan fried chicken breast, polenta, arugula salad, tomato, goat cheese, lemon butter sauce		 $24.00
Brunch Menu
Ginger Chicken Lettuce Wraps
bibb lettuce, thai chili sauce, nuoc cham, peanut sauce		 $13.00
Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts
scallions, kung pao sauce, roasted peanuts		 $13.00
Oysters Rockefeller
six local oysters, pernod creamed spinach, botarga, lemon herb breadcrumbs		 $16.00
Cauliflower Fritters
aji amarilla sauce, chorizo, wilted spinach, chorizo oil		 $13.00
Hummus Plate
house made garlic hummus, seasonal veggies, pita bread		 $15.00
Avocado Toast
rustic bread, avocado mash, herb seasoned tomatoes, feta, local micro greens		 $12.00
Farmer Salad
bibb lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, watermelon radish, lemon parmesan vinaigrette		 $8.00
Caesar Salad
lemon herb breadcrumbs, parmesan croutons, grated egg yolk – available gluten free		 $9.00
Chef’s Cream Of Crab Soup $12.00
Baby Iceberg
brown sugar bacon, tomato, pickled red onion, blue cheese crisp, ranch		 $11.00
Baby Kale Salad
pear, butternut squash, cranberry gremolata, feta, olive oil brioche croutons, apple miso vinaigrette – available gluten free		 $11.00
Steak & Eggs
prime tenderloin tips, two eggs, wild mushrooms, potatoes, mushroom cream, pecorino cheese, charred crostini – available gluten free		 $27.00
Spiced Chicken & Waffles
spice tossed bite sized fried chicken thigh, dulce de leche caramel, brown sugar bacon		 $20.00
Brown Sugar Mascarpone French Toast
dark chocolate accents, fresh fruit		 $17.00
Oatmeal
apple compote & cinnamon cream		 $9.00
Yogurt Parfait
greek yogurt, granola with berries		 $12.00
Rustic Eggs Benedict
canadian bacon, wilted spinach, poached eggs, hollandaise, brunch potatoes		 $18.00
Huevos Rancheros
crispy corn tortilla, chicken tinga, avocado, two sunny side up eggs, salsa & fresh cheese		 $19.00
Tuna Poke
heirloom grains, radish, spicy cucumbers, avocado mash, peanut sauce, cilantro, sesame		 $15.00
Chef’s Burger
two patties, aged white cheddar, brown sugar bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion brioche		 $15.00
Spiced Salmon Tacos
spicy aioli, pickled daikon radish & carrots, avocado crème, corn tortillas		 $18.00
Crab Cake Sandwich
lettuce, tomato, lemon dijon aioli, brioche bun		 $20.00
Veggie Omelet
spinach, roasted peppers, wild mushrooms, charred asparagus		 $17.00
Ham & Cheddar Omelet
brunch potatoes		 $17.00
Breakfast Plate
two eggs your way, brunch potatoes, bacon		 $14.00
Quiche Of The Day
ask your server for today’s selection comes with your choice of fresh fruit or a side salad		 $14.00
Shrimp & Grits
garlic herb shrimp, chorizo, tomatoes, creamy shrimp sauce, blue corn grits, chive oil		 $27.00
Chicken Saltimbocca
chicken thighs, prosciutto, sage, tomatoes, roasted new potatoes, baby green beans		 $27.00
Black Garlic Spiced Salmon
roasted new potatoes, broccoli, gochujang		 $27.00
Sorbet $7.00
Chef’s Cheesecake $9.00
Creme Brulee $8.00
Peach Crisp $8.00
Chocolate Tart $8.00
Multigrain Toast $3.00
Brunch Potatoes $4.00
Fresh Fruit $7.00
Bacon $5.00
Side Eggs $5.00
Side French Toast $7.00
Bloody Mary $10.00
Bottomless Mimosa
90 minute limit		 $21.00
Brunch Mimosa $5.00
Peach Bellini $9.00
Coffee $3.00
Hot Tea $3.00

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Reviews

Dustin Cunningham
My first experience at The Charles, All the dishes we experience was exceptional!! The service was outstanding, the staff was very professional. Stacy was our server, she was awesome!! Kudos to Stacy!! The atmosphere was very elegant and warming. You will see me here quite frequent. A Must Visit!!

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Jessica Dixon
Finally stopped in for dinner. Best Brussel Sprouts we have EVER had! Dinner and dessert were good too. Nice spot in LaPlata for a date night!

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Brianna Davis
Super meh. Great atmosphere and the hostess was very accommodating and helpful; beyond that I was a bit disappointed. I love fine dining and have no problem paying for an expensive meal but upscale prices should come with fine dining quality service. Points of service were horrible – drinks came out after food, timing between courses was really bad. The crab soup blew me away with taste and presentation but the crab cakes were hella disappointing. Cocktails were hit or miss – one had great taste and presentation; one cocktail was served in a pint glass and chunks kept getting stuck in my straw? This restaurant has great potential but they should step some areas up.

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Jay Harris
Seasonal upscale state only sourced cuisine at a reasonable price. It also is a wine and liquor tasting spot as well as a market. Best of all worlds in one building. Staff and food are excellent.

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Brook Forness
We were having lunch at the bar. They were very busy, but the bartender greeted us immediately and said she’d be right with us. The food was amazing! We had the Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts and the calamari appetizers. We also had the Spiced Salmon Tacos & the Crab Cake Sandwich. Sofia, was our bartender and she was friendly & and makes a great Caipirinha. Darren, one of the new owners came right up to us and introduced himself & wanted to make sure everything was to our satisfaction, which it was. Thank you for a wonderful experience. We will be back.

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C Warren
Sunday vibes in Laplata!

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Michaela Walker
The food was amazing and so was the atmosphere along with the service. I came with my family for a birthday celebration and we all had a wonderful time.

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Lucidity
Beautiful place, great interior design. Very clean and cozy. The small shop attached to the restaurant portion has a fun selection of specially goods while the restaurant offers some lovely dishes and great service. Loved the cocktails although some were rather pricey. Can’t wait to come back!

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Stephanie Valentin
We went last night to experience the new iteration of The Charles and honestly wasn’t blown away.

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Camille Rodriguez
A few recommendations would be to be more family friendly on a Sunday. Their brunch menu doesn’t have anything for kids like pancakes or waffles. Really wish the menu was more inclusive so we would have a family brunch spot locally vs. Heading into DC/VA. We order the chicken and waffles for the kids and they didn’t touch the chicken only the waffles. I would have paid $10 for waffles only per kid. This would bring in more families and increase foot traffic on the weekend.

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