There’s a time and a place for bar restaurants. The time is whenever you want, and the places are the ones on this guide. Here are the spots where you can get a great meal with drinks and not feel like you’re settling for mediocre food. For the most part, these places A) serve excellent food and B) have a proper bar. Take a look at this list, and find your new go-to spot in Hagerstown.
Colonial Bar & Grill
$ | (301) 739-0667 | WEBSITE
Whether you’re catching a matinee at the theater across the street, or it’s a crisp afternoon and you’re looking to unwind before the evening show – you’re in Frederick’s theater district and you want to grab a bite while the light’s still good. Head over to Colonial Bar & Grill on the corner.
If the weather’s pleasant, settle into one of their new patio chairs outside, but even if it’s not, the cozy interior with its updated atmosphere provides the same relaxed vibe from the well-maintained space inside.
Chili’s Grill & Bar
$ | (301) 766-9680 | WEBSITE
For whatever reason, your schedule frowns down upon noisy dining experiences. But you’re not at home, and you know that a quiet booth spurs your appetite (or just makes a casual meal go by smoother). Check out Chili’s Grill & Bar, a restaurant in Hagerstown where you can enjoy a satisfying dinner during less busy hours while ordering one of the varied menu items or anything else from the full bar.
When your server like Cristal provides outstanding service, just relax with some classic chicken nachos, and appreciate the friendly greetings from staff like Makaya and Asia.
R & K Pub
$ | (301) 790-3610 | WEBSITE
From the outside, this place looks the sort of spot that’s been serving drinks since the 80s where you can shoot pool and hear a cover band. But it isn’t actually like that. It might not be the fanciest place in Hagerstown, but R & K Pub does have a surprisingly friendly bartender staff as well as an excellent outdoor seating area. Plus, they host live bands on Saturdays. So the outdoor area is a good place to relax if you decide to leave work early on account of your not wanting to be there.
Broad Axe
$ | (301) 733-8454 | WEBSITE
If you really want to put yourself in local mode, go to Broad Axe. It’s a single-floor bar restaurant in Hagerstown that feels like a place you’d find in a friendly neighborhood. Along with exposed brick walls and art decorating the lively space, there’s quick delivery of food and drinks and attentive service that makes you feel remembered. When the crab nachos start going to your table, get comfortable, relax, and eat tasty fish and cheese sandwiches with appetizers on the side.
Stadium Tavern
$$ | (301) 714-0849 | WEBSITE
There are a lot of spots to grab a drink in Hagerstown, and some of them have nice features like big TVs, pool tables, and, well, a lively crowd. Only a couple of those places have been around for over 25 years, and if you also want to eat something better than basic bar snacks or $10 frozen appetizers, then your options are narrowed down to Stadium Tavern.
The cozy interior of this spot on the local scene has a ton of seating and standing room, and they serve their own tasty wings and seafood, which are better and more consistent than anywhere else with this kind of friendly atmosphere.
Break Away II Sports Lounge
$ | (240) 420-6550 | WEBSITE
You want to watch the game with some friends, but so does everyone else in town, which makes most sports bars feel just as loud and chaotic as the stadium parking lots you’re trying to avoid. But Break Away II is tucked away in a welcoming part of Hagerstown, so even though it’s packed with pool tables and big screens, you’ll rarely have trouble finding space at one of the tables in the clean, well-kept dining area.
The vibe is homey and friendly, with an authentic local bar atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re hanging out in someone’s living room rather than a crowded chain. The staff is genuinely warm, and the menu hits all the right notes—think $12 for a plate of those perfectly cooked, meaty wings, or $10 for nachos that are actually worth finishing.
It’s the kind of place where you can bring your dog to the patio, settle in with a reasonably priced beer special, and forget you ever considered braving those louder spots.
Benny’s Pub
$ | (301) 791-5915 | WEBSITE
Are you one of those people who constantly talks about their kids? Here’s a pub for you. It’s called Benny’s Pub and you can, in fact, bring your kids here. So you won’t have to tell people how worried you are about your little ones while you eat. Hang out inside and have one of the surprisingly grease-free fries with sauce, or head to the game area and let your kids play darts and pool and maybe make some friends.
This isn’t the fanciest spot in the world, but it’s a neighborhood staple and a Hagerstown gem.
Black Rock Bar & Grill
$$ | (240) 850-3365 | WEBSITE
Black Rock Bar & Grill feels like a polished steakhouse with a lively edge, so even if you’re celebrating a birthday with sizzling cook stones and impressive cocktails, you’ll still feel sophisticated having fun here. During the week, this vibrant, classy spot in Hagerstown is a reliable option for attentive dinners with servers like Bryce and Kel making you feel special, and on weekends it fills up quickly with celebratory crowds and stays busy throughout the evening.
C & T Sports Pub & Grill
$ | (301) 797-3500 | WEBSITE
With the exception of a late-night karaoke session and the cheers from a big game on TV, C & T Sports Pub & Grill feels like a neighborhood hangout as much as any spot in downtown Hagerstown. The friendly bar usually has regulars and newcomers mingling, ordering rounds of drinks and sharing plates of their famous ‘National Championship ?’ wings. Try to grab one of the worn-in booths near the back so you can dig into those massive wings and maybe even catch the next song on stage.
Zach Greenlee’s Fireside Restaurant & Lounge
$$ | (301) 733-4800 | WEBSITE
Once a week you have the same craving: It’s you at a table, cracking crab legs and savoring Brussels sprouts and all the other dishes that fill a buffet. What’s it mean? Probably that you should come here. Zach Greenlee’s is a rustic-style eatery in Hagerstown with a cozy lounge and wooden tables and even a fireside atmosphere. They also host the all-you-can-eat crab night on busy evenings, and they offer a regular menu where you can dine when you want something specific.
Café del Sol – Hagerstown East
$$ | (240) 707-6276 | WEBSITE
If you’re in Hagerstown East, and you’re looking for a hidden jewel, and you’ve got some time to spare, you should probably just grab a bite here. If you come during the off-hours, you might even be able to avoid the parking hassle (unless it’s peak time), and they also serve some fantastic food. Plus, the place looks great (with clean decor and a pleasant atmosphere), and it’s hands-down one of the better spots to eat in the area.
Leitersburg Pub
$ | (240) 347-4821 | WEBSITE
If you’re looking for a livelier scene, however, you can always try Leitersburg Pub. There’s no fancy cocktail menu here, but there is a fun atmosphere with live music, like Skatt-Daddy or Tuesday Bluesday with Keith Boyce on electric guitar. The pub opens with reasonable drink prices, and it’s perfect for either hanging out with friends and family or enjoying a night out dancing. You can have a beer, and they can have some excellent food.
