Ashling Kitchen & Bar

4.6

1147 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 46 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for brunch

What does Bruno Mars, John Legend, WWE / Vince McMahon, and Sebastian Maniscalco have in common? They’ve all eaten from Ashling's culinary team in the last couple months! We started out catering to the world's favorite celebrities, and now we cater to you every time you step into our restaurant, order a to-go meal, or have us cater your event or wedding. Ashling has you covered!

Come visit our needle in a haystack restaurant with some of the best ambiance in Anne Arundel County. We provide amazing food, generous portions, and quality service, while trying to showcase the magic happening behind the kitchen doors and cooking up all the food for backstage performances in the entertainment industry. Let’s not forget, we also have the “Star Room” that is great for your intimate gatherings!

Additional information

Location
1286 Route 3 South, Crofton, MD 21114
Phone number
(443) 332-6100
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
John Walsh
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Experiences

Maryland Day
Mar 25, 2025 only
Celebrate Maryland Day at Ashling with a week-long tribute to the flavors and culture of the Old Line State! From March 25th to March 31st, we’re bringing you a Maryland-inspired menu featuring the best local ingredients, signature seafood dishes, and handcrafted drinks that showcase our state’s rich culinary heritage. Whether you're a Maryland native or just love great seafood, this is your chance to experience the flavors that define our region. Gather your friends and family and join us at Ashling for an unforgettable Maryland Day celebration! Happy Hour: 4-6 PM Live Music: 6 PM Pop Up Vendors & More!
Ashling's 6th Birthday
Apr 2, 2025 only
Join us as we celebrate 6 incredible years of Ashling! This milestone marks six years of unforgettable dining experiences, expertly crafted cocktails, and a community that has made Ashling a home for great food and even better company. We're throwing a birthday bash filled with special menu features, celebratory drinks, live entertainment, and exclusive giveaways to thank our guests for their support over the years. Stay tuned for event details, and get ready to raise a glass to six years of Ashling – and many more to come!

Offers

Maryland Day
Mar 25, 2025 only
Tue - Thu - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Celebrate Maryland Day at Ashling with a week-long tribute to the flavors and culture of the Old Line State! From March 25th to March 31st, we’re bringing you a Maryland-inspired menu featuring the best local ingredients, signature seafood dishes, and handcrafted drinks that showcase our state’s rich culinary heritage. Whether you're a Maryland native or just love great seafood, this is your chance to experience the flavors that define our region. Gather your friends and family and join us at Ashling for an unforgettable Maryland Day celebration!

Popular dishes

Chef's Famous Roasted Brussels Sprouts*$13.00
Brown Butter Balsamic | Feta Cheese
Nana's Fried Green Tomatoes (BLT Style)$13.00
Arugula | Pimento Cheese | Balsamic Glaze | Sweety Drops
Crab & Artichoke Dip$18.00
Toasted French Baguette
Fried Calamari$17.00
Blue Cornmeal & Flour Breading | Pickled Jalapeños | Sriracha Ranch | Sweet Ginger Chili
Steak Poutine $18.00
Pinwheel Fries | White Cheddar Cheese Curds | Fontina Cheese | Filet Mignon Tenderloin Tips | Beef Demi
Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower$14.00
Tempura Batter | Buffalo Wing Sauce | Sriracha Ranch
Ashling's Naked Wings*$17.00
Buffalo | Old Bay | Sweet Chili Ginger Sauce | Choice of Bleu Cheese or Ranch
Crab Pretzel $15.00
Creamy Crab Dip | Warm Soft Pretzel
Arancini Balls$15.00
Parmesan | Mozzarella | House Marinara
Mediterranean Shrimp $18.00
Fresh Lemon Aioli | Tombale of Toasted CousCous | Basil Pesto

Sound Check Salads

The Farah Caesar$13.00
Parmesan Crisps | Croutons
Chopped Cobb*$18.00
Chopped Romaine | Hard-Boiled Egg | Avocado | Smoked Turkey Breast | Applewood Smoked Bacon | Roasted Corn | Cherry Tomatoes | Bleu Cheese Crumbles | Red Wine Vinaigrette
Winter Salad $16.00
Baby Arugula | Sun-Dried Figs | Bosc Pears | Bleu Cheese | White Balsamic & Maple Vinaigrette
Red Kale & Squash Salad$17.00
Red Kale | Butternut Squash | Candied Pecans | Chickpeas | Sun-dried Apricots | Fresh Ginger & Carrot Vinaigrette

Sound Check Salads - Add Ons

Grilled Chicken$10.00
Grilled Shrimp$10.00
Grilled Salmon$14.00
Filet Mignon Tips$14.00
Mediterranean Shrimp $10.00

Classical Soups

Cream of Crab$12.00
Old Bay
Classic French Onion Soup$12.00
Caramelized Onions | Dark Ale | Sherry Wine | Fresh Thyme | Gruyere | Parmesean | Toasted Crouton
Winter Forest $10.00
Wild Mushroom | Leeks | Potatoes

Harmonizing Handhelds

Served with Housemade Chips: Add Fries +$1 | Add Truffle Fries +$3 | Add Side Salad +$5

Ashling's Cheeseburger$19.00
Short Rib & Brisket Mix | Bibb Lettuce | Tomato | Red Onions | Choice of House Cut Cheeses | Brioche
No Meat for Your Burger*$18.00
Beyond Burger | Avocado | Caramelized Onions | Sautéed Mushrooms | Bibb Lettuce | Vegan Cheese | Vegan Brioche Bun
Grilled Salmon BLTA$19.00
Grilled Salmon | Applewood Smoked Bacon | Avocado | Bibb Lettuce | Tomato | Lemon Caper Aioli | Pickled Red Onions | Ciabatta
Southern Chicken Sandwich$18.00
Grilled or Cajun Fried. Free-Range Double Lobed Chicken Breast | Pimento Cheese | Red Onion Bacon Jam | Bibb Lettuce | Brioche
French Dip Sandwich$20.00
Slow Cooked Prime Rib | Swiss Cheese | Au Jus | Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions | Baguette
Ratatouille Sandwich$19.00
Zucchini | Squash | Peppers | Eggplant | San Marzano Tomatoes | Fresh Basil | Ciabatta

Shared Sides

Heirloom Carrots*$8.00
Fries$8.00
Parmesan Truffle Fries*$10.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes$8.00
Smoked Gouda Grits$8.00
Creamy Mushroom Risotto$8.00
Checkered Basmati Rice $8.00
Housemade Chips$8.00

Main Act

Irish Whiskey Salmon $26.00
Bacon Onion Bourbon Jam | Creamy Parmesan Risotto | Roasted Broccolini | Herb Oil | Balsamic Reduction
Steak Frites*$32.00
Terres Major | Roasted Broccolini | Parmesan Truffle Fries | Garlic Herb Butter
Chef's Meatloaf$26.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Heirloom Carrots | Red Wine Gravy
Elton's Fish & Chips$21.00
Hand-Dipped Beer Battered Haddock | Coleslaw | Fries | Remoulade Sauce
Braised Beef Short Rib $36.00
Heirloom Carrots | Garlic Mashed Potatoes | Pickled Mustard Seed
Seafood Gumbo $34.00
Jumbo Shrimp Maryland Crab Meat | Andouille Sausage | Crawfish | Fried Okra | Checkered Rice
Shrimp & Grits $32.00
Smoked Gouda Grits | Cajun Tasso Ham Gravy | Tobacco Onions
Chicken & Waffles$25.00
Belgian Waffle | Country Fried Chicken | Whipped Pecan Butter | Maple Syrup | Ashling’s Hot Honey

Pastas

Gluten Free Pasta Available upon Request $2

Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta$26.00
Coconut and Double Cream Based Alfredo Sauce | Assorted Bell Peppers | Penne Pasta | Julienne Red Onions | Roasted Tomatoes | Garlic | Spiced Jerk Sauce | Scallions | Parmesan | Paprika
Pesto Primavera $24.00
Penne Pasta | Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Cream | Zucchini | Squash | Onions | Peas
Roasted Mushroom Risotto$16.00
Local Mushroom Mix | Arborio Rice | Grilled Leeks | Fontina Cheese (Available Vegan with No Cheese)
Grilled Chicken $10.00
Grilled Salmon $14.00
Grilled Shrimp $10.00
Filet Mignon Tips $14.00
Mediterranean Shrimp $10.00

Tempo Tacos

Blackened Salmon Tacos $18.00
Sriracha Slaw | Pickled Shallots | Cotija Cheese | Sour Cream | Sriracha Aioli | Pico De Gallo (Blackened Salmon)
Carne Asada Tacos $18.00
Sriracha Slaw | Pickled Shallots | Cotija Cheese | Sour Cream | Sriracha Aioli | Pico De Gallo (Carne Asada)
Blackened Shrimp Tacos $18.00
Sriracha Slaw | Pickled Shallots | Cotija Cheese | Sour Cream | Sriracha Aioli | Pico De Gallo (Blackened Shrimp)
Grilled Shrimp Tacos $18.00
Sriracha Slaw | Pickled Shallots | Cotija Cheese | Sour Cream | Sriracha Aioli | Pico De Gallo (Grilled Shrimp)
Avocado (Add On)$3.00
Corn Tortilla

Kids Menu

1/3 Lb Burger & Fries$11.00
Chicken Tenders & Fries$11.00
Penne Pasta & Marinara$11.00
Mac N Cheese & Veggies$11.00

Encore

Chef’s Bread Pudding$12.00
Warm White Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding | Vanilla Ice Cream | Caramel Drizzle | Whipped Cream
Homemade Apple Cobbler$12.00
Seasoned Apples | Cinnamon & Brown Sugar | Oatmeal Crust | Vanilla Ice Cream | Caramel | Chocolate Sauce | Whipped Cream
Chocolate Smith Island Cake$12.00
Famous Smith Island Thin Layered Yellow Cake | Fudge Icing | Chocolate Sauce | Whipped Cream
Skillet Brownie Sundae$12.00
Baked Chocolate Brownie | Vanilla Ice Cream | Caramel | Chocolate Sauce | Whipped Cream
Ice Cream$4.00
Choice of Chocolate or Caramel Sauce
Beignets$12.00
Bavarian Cream
Homemade Peach Cobbler$12.00
Seasoned Peaches | Cinnamon & Brown Sugar | Oatmeal Crust | Vanilla Ice Cream | Whipped Cream

What 1,147 people are saying

Ashling Kitchen & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Greater Annapolis
Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Great for brunch
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Innovative
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Healthy
Greater Annapolis
Neighborhood gem
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Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ashling Kitchen & Bar offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent food and service." The "friendly staff" and "attentive servers" ensure a delightful visit. Dishes like the "lobster mac & cheese" and "chicken and waffles" are standout favorites. While the atmosphere can be lively, it's a popular spot for brunch and special occasions.

1,147 Reviews

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Gail
Baltimore5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I ordered the Split Pea Soup with Bacon and Irish Soda Bread. Although the soup was excellent, the bread was so hard that I could only eat the top portion, which was served as a muffin. My fellow diner ordered the Corned Beef and Cabbage. Although she said that the beef, potatoes, and carrots were very good, the cabbage, which was served in a wedge, was not cooked enough to actually eat. When my companion informed the server of the problem with the cabbage, the cost of her meal was comped. Our Smith Island Cake was barely on this side of still frozen although it did finish thawing quickly at the table. Excellent service!!! From the moment we entered until we left, excellent service.
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Mindi
Baltimore5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our waitress was just awesome! The food was delicious, as usual.
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Sylvia
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My family enjoyed the Sunday Brunch very much. The food was delicious and the service was great!!
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Tanya VIP
Washington DC5 reviews
2.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food average and limited. No spinach for the make your own omelette.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and drinks. Made reservations and seated immediately.
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Tiffani
Washington DC8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ashling was definitely a treat on Saturday for lunch. The drinks and service was A-1 Farrah is a really sweet young lady and great server
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Quentin
Washington DC3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Ambiance! Went there for Sunday Brunch. We were immediately seated, and server came over promptly. I had the Salmon Benedict with the gouda grits. Eggs were poached PERFECTLY. Gouda grits---decent but jury still out on that one---would prefer the regular cheesy grits---not bad---just different. My friend had the pancakes and turkey sausage which I tried----turkey links were cold---but she didn't want to complain. Pancakes (banana foster style with strawberries) were decent--and HUGE. Pancakes without the banana or strawberries or thinly poured syrup (she had to ask for more) did not have a lot of flavor by themselves. Overall, I LUV this place! I will be back, its not perfect, but not sure many places are. They have a nice bar, and the ambiance sets it off!
Ashling Kitchen & BarResponded on March 4, 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed the ambiance and had a great brunch with us. It’s awesome to hear your eggs were poached perfectly, and we appreciate your honest feedback on the Gouda grits and pancakes. We’ll definitely pass along the note about the turkey links and syrup to our team. I am not sure why this would have happened. Look forward to having you back and perfecting our mistakes so you CAN call us PERFECT next time ;)
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Nicole
Washington DC2 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I have tried to get my husband to try this place for years. Finally was able to get him here and it was lovely. Our server was lovely and attentive and the atmosphere was cozy and inviting. Our meal was decent but the French Onion Soup was warm not hot and the wings were over cooked, dry. Our entrees was tasty and hot but dessert was a bit disappointing, not enough apple to go with the cobbler.
Ashling Kitchen & BarResponded on March 3, 2025
Thanks so much for giving us a try (and for finally convincing your husband! 😉)! We're so happy you enjoyed the atmosphere and service, and we appreciate your honest feedback on the meal. We deeply apologize the food was not up to par. We would love to make it right. We will reach out to you privately.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Washington DC1 review
1.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Despite the fact that I was allowed to make this reservation, the restaurant was not open. It did not open until noon, four hours after the time of my reservation.
Ashling Kitchen & BarResponded on March 3, 2025
We sincerely apologize for the mix-up with your reservation. We hate to see you left a 1 star review because of it which does not accurately reflect the service and experience you could have had with us... Unfortunately, there was a system malfunction that caused OpenTable to incorrectly allow reservations outside of our normal hours. Our actual hours of operation are always posted online, on OpenTable, on our website, and at our door, but we completely understand how frustrating this must have been. We truly appreciate your patience and hope you’ll give us another chance to welcome you when we’re open. If you’d like, we’d be happy to help you book a new reservation at a time that works for you. Please let us know, and again, we’re very sorry for the inconvenience.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time celebrating my mom’s birthday. The staff was nice and accommodating. The food was delicious. We will absolutely be back!
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FAQs

Ashling Kitchen & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (443) 332-6100.

Ashling Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 1147 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 46 times today

Experiences are available.

1286 Route 3 South, Crofton, MD 21114

Additional information

Phone number
(443) 332-6100
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
John Walsh
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Ashling Kitchen & Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Maryland Day

Ashling's 6th Birthday

Maryland Day

Chicken & Waffles

Chefs Bread Pudding

Grilled Chicken

Opening Act

Chef's Famous Roasted Brussels Sprouts*$13.00

Nana's Fried Green Tomatoes (BLT Style)$13.00

Crab & Artichoke Dip$18.00

Fried Calamari$17.00

Steak Poutine $18.00

Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower$14.00

Ashling's Naked Wings*$17.00

Crab Pretzel $15.00

Arancini Balls$15.00

Mediterranean Shrimp $18.00

Sound Check Salads

The Farah Caesar$13.00

Chopped Cobb*$18.00

Winter Salad $16.00

Red Kale & Squash Salad$17.00

Sound Check Salads - Add Ons

Grilled Chicken$10.00

Grilled Shrimp$10.00

Grilled Salmon$14.00

Filet Mignon Tips$14.00

Mediterranean Shrimp $10.00

Classical Soups

Cream of Crab$12.00

Classic French Onion Soup$12.00

Winter Forest $10.00

Harmonizing Handhelds

Ashling's Cheeseburger$19.00

No Meat for Your Burger*$18.00

Grilled Salmon BLTA$19.00

Southern Chicken Sandwich$18.00

French Dip Sandwich$20.00

Ratatouille Sandwich$19.00

Shared Sides

Heirloom Carrots*$8.00

Fries$8.00

Parmesan Truffle Fries*$10.00

Garlic Mashed Potatoes$8.00

Smoked Gouda Grits$8.00

Creamy Mushroom Risotto$8.00

Checkered Basmati Rice $8.00

Housemade Chips$8.00

Main Act

Irish Whiskey Salmon $26.00

Steak Frites*$32.00

Chef's Meatloaf$26.00

Elton's Fish & Chips$21.00

Braised Beef Short Rib $36.00

Seafood Gumbo $34.00

Shrimp & Grits $32.00

Chicken & Waffles$25.00

Pastas

Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta$26.00

Pesto Primavera $24.00

Roasted Mushroom Risotto$16.00

Grilled Chicken $10.00

Grilled Salmon $14.00

Grilled Shrimp $10.00

Filet Mignon Tips $14.00

Mediterranean Shrimp $10.00

Tempo Tacos

Blackened Salmon Tacos $18.00

Carne Asada Tacos $18.00

Blackened Shrimp Tacos $18.00

Grilled Shrimp Tacos $18.00

Avocado (Add On)$3.00

Corn Tortilla

Kids Menu

1/3 Lb Burger & Fries$11.00

Chicken Tenders & Fries$11.00