Posh destination on gardened grounds serving high-end American classics in an old Federal mansion. Based on 520 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ Delivery
Address:
10150 Shaker Dr, Columbia, MD 21046
Phone: (410) 995-0500
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Hours
| Thursday | 4–8 PM |
| Friday | 4–8 PM |
| Saturday | 4–8 PM |
| Sunday | 4–8 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4–8 PM |
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Reviews
Chris Farmer
Terrific place for an anniversary (or other special occasion) dinner! The restaurant is inside a charming old manor house. We sat in the end room with tons of windows to view outside while dining. Service was perfect. All staff that we interacted with were very friendly and did a great job anticipating our needs. The food was excellent. We started with a bread basket that was crunchy on the outside and pillowy soft in the middle, just as a good loaf should be. Baked brie in a puff pastry was a chef’s special and I highly recommend it if offered again. The crabcake entree was superb with plenty of meat and not too much filler. 10/10 would get again! We had tiramisu for dessert, which usually isn’t my favorite because I’m not a coffee fan, but theirs was delicious and not overpowering with the coffee notes. Overall this was a terrific fine dining experience and I would recommend it to others!
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Rachel Halo
We had our wedding ceremony and intimate luncheon at The Kings Contrivance Restaurant. I could not recommend this venue enough!!! Richard supported us from the very start, answering all of our questions with a smile. He was always flexible and willing to accommodate our needs. Everyone kept saying it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding! The courtyard area was the perfect place for the ceremony and we had a delicious lunch under the tent. Highly recommend!!!!
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Eve sayer
Their soups are fabulous! I had the seafood bisque & my friend had the gazpacho. The shrimp scampi stuffed with crab imperial was delectable. It wasn’t overly seasoned nor overly breaded. The sauce they used was perfect accompaniment to the dish.
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Lola2020
PURE EXCELLENCE! If only I could eat here everyday. The escargot are a garlic buttery perfection and they give you this fresh bread to sop up every bit of garlic butter sauce. The Seafood Bisque is thick and delicious and included shrimp, crab, scallops and even had a bit of rice which was a pleasant surprise. This is one of the best bisques I have ever had. I was too full but because every dish I saw come from the kitchen looked like pure heaven I decided to be greedy and get the Scallop and Shrimp Angel hair pasta. It was pure deliciousness. The seafood and pasta were perfectly prepared and every bite made me want another. I came back during Howard County Restaurant week and ordered the identical meal and it was exactly as delicious as the first visit. Pure heaven in the form of delicious food!
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Umyasmeen
I love this place , we had the most wonderful time for my daughter wedding reception. Richard and the Staff were very friendly and welcoming. The food was delicious. I would definitely recommend this place to friends and family.
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Scott Beaudrie
First time eating here. I am from Michigan. I enjoyed my dinning experience
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Kenneth Caldwell Jr
Reservations recommended. We had lamb chops, filet mignon and crab cake. The crab cake was delicious!
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Wendy W
This is one of my very favorite go-to places for fine dining in a quaint, quiet setting. Service is excellent as is the food – always. I took some pictures when I was there in December, but forgot to snap a shot of my delicious duck entree. Add-on to my review: photos of the delicious cheesecake & coconut, chocolate chip ice cream and 2018 fireplace and tree decorations are from yet another visit.
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Sarah Morrissette
The staff tried. The food was wedding food, and not oh wow that is great wedding food just eh I can eat some of this to survive.
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la vie est belle
Charming restaurant, good food, staff is fast and dedicated.Perfect for dinner for 2 or family. I advise you to make a reservation. No noise so you can have a conversation while enjoying a comforting meal. You must try the Key-lime dessert.
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