Black Angus Prime Rib - Wye Oak Tavern, Frederick, MD

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Wye Oak Tavern

4.6 (414)

$31 to $50

American

211 E Church St, Frederick, MD 21701

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2 people

9 Jun 2025

19:00

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Innovative

When envisioning our restaurant, the team at Visitation Hotel knew we’d need to craft something truly special; a welcoming space where guests and locals alike could enjoy locally sourced cuisine, inspired cocktails, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

The result is Wye Oak Tavern.

A fitting addition to Frederick’s rightly renowned gourmet landscape, Wye Oak (helmed by acclaimed celebrity Executive Chef Bryan Voltaggio) is a distinctive locavore restaurant where the ever-evolving menu is inspired by the season, landscape and bounty of the region. Timeless favorites share space with surprising plates, and curated cuisines of undeniable excellence. Each course is served within warm elegant surroundings that encourage community and goodwill.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(240) 931-1120
Website
https://www.wyeoaktavern.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Bryan Voltaggio

Location
211 E Church St, Frederick, MD 21701
Area
Frederick
Parking details
None

Daily Oyster SelectionUS$21.00
green cocktail sauce, paw paw mignonette
Shrimp and Grits CocktailUS$22.00
bay seasoning, green cocktail sauce, shrimp and grits toast
Fluke CrudoUS$18.00
benne seed chili crunch, blood orange, salt and vinegar sweet potato chips
Visitation PlatterUS$79.00
no need to choose, we are sending you everything

Appetizers & Salads

CoddiesUS$17.00
salted cod brandade, cauliflower tartar sauce, cauliflower giardiniera
Maryland Crab CakeUS$24.00
shishito emulsion, blue corn tortilla, buttermilk lime crema
Savory Parmesan CheesecakeUS$18.00
cherry tomatoes, whipped ricotta, arugula pesto
Surryano HamUS$21.00
tavern rolls, benne seeds, pimento cheese
Smoked Beet PastramiUS$17.00
gruyere cheese funnel cake, thousand island dressing
Cold Fried Chicken Liver PateUS$18.00
BBQ onion jam, twin bears sourdough “waffle”
Cheese RavioliUS$22.00
robiola bosina, snap peas, pea tendril mojo, ricotta salata, egg yolk pudding
Steak TartareUS$19.00
traditional flavors, crispy potato hashbrown, horseradish bavaroise
House SaladUS$16.00
iceberg lettuce, carrots vinaigrette, lime yogurt, chickpea crunch
Baby RomaineUS$16.00
buttermilk dressing, castelfranco, sour cream and onion straws, radishes

Seafood

Swordfish PiccataUS$36.00
sage, capers, lemon, brown butter
RockfishUS$34.00
east coast cioppino broth, fennel pollen hushpuppies, bronze fennel
Cedar Planked SalmonUS$32.00
ramps, verjus blanc, popped sorghum

Our Meats

45-Day Dry Aged Angus Prime Plus Shell Steak 16ozUS$89.00
45-Day Dry Aged Roseda Black Angus Ribeye 18ozUS$82.00
New York Strip 14ozUS$52.00
Filet Mignon 10ozUS$65.00
Grass Fed Prime Beef Ribeye 16ozUS$68.00
Pot RoastUS$48.00
beef short rib, tomato gravy, onions and carrots
Roasted Half ChickenUS$32.00
garlic-mustard pan drippings, smoked braised swiss chard
Smoked Pork Loin ChopUS$34.00
BBQ caramel, jimmy red corn grits
Tavern BurgerUS$21.00
roseda dry aged beef, burger sauce, new school american cheese, glace de viande

Prime Rib

Queen Cut Black Angus Beef RibUS$68.00
our steak seasoning, au-jus, tiger sauce, cheddar pop-over

Pastas & Side Dishes

RigatoniUS$16.00
arrabbiata sauce, smoked parmesan, brown butter
MacaroniUS$18.00
dry aged beef bolognese, fontina fondue
Shells & CheeseUS$10.00
toasted panko, aged cheddar, chives

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Broccoli RabeUS$8.00
broccoli chimichurri, crushed red pepper, crispy garlic
Mashed PotatoesUS$8.00
cultured butter, salt and pepper
AsparagusUS$11.00
dill parsley butter, stracciatella, pistachio
Beef Fat FriesUS$8.00
worcestershire aioli, smoked ketchup
Spiced Sweet PotatoesUS$10.00
pomegranate molasses, lime yogurt
Creamed Spinach GratinUS$9.00
spinach cream, cashew parmesan

What 414 people are saying

Wye Oak Tavern 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

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Baltimore / Maryland
Innovative
Baltimore / Maryland
Most Booked
Baltimore Suburbs
Innovative
Baltimore Suburbs
American
Baltimore Suburbs
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Wye Oak Tavern offers a remarkable dining experience in a stunning converted chapel setting. Guests praise the "excellent service" and "top-notch" food, including memorable dishes like the rockfish and prime rib. The atmosphere is unique, but the noise level can be high. It's a "highly recommend" spot for special occasions.

414 Reviews

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Arthur VIP
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Everyone loved everything except the volume of noise. They wanted to communicate. I can only hope you will fix this.
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Heather
Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We have eaten at several of Chef Voltaggio's restaurants (the OG Volt, Thatcher and Rye, Lunchbox (IYKYK), and Family Meal) and every experience has been great so our expectations were high for both quality food and service. We made reservations for a milestone birthday exactly 1 month out via OpenTable, requesting a seat in the mezzanine. We arrived 15 minutes early to a very busy restaurant and bar. While we waited for or table, we ordered drinks at the bar - no complaints about the service or drinks. We were sat at a table right next to the door to the hostess area, not the requested mezzanine. We noted this to the hostess who informed us the mezzanine was "very popular" and we would have "wait a bit longer" if wanted to sit there, we kept our table. So, why ask where we wanted to sit when making the reservation, and if was just a preference that should have been noted at the time of reservation and by the hostess. We ordered several rounds of drinks, oysters to start, the $89 45-day aged Angus shell steak, swordfish, mashed potatoes, and shells and cheese. The food was excellent, absolutely no complaints but the service faltered. The dining area was teaming with at least 3 maitre d's, several servers and runners who all seemed to be overwhelmed or distracted by other tables. While we appreciate wait staff who do not hover, the check-ins were lacking. At the end of our meal the waitress, who previous acknowledged the birthday occasion asked if we wanted dessert, we requested panna cotta (a special that evening) and another beer. After 15-miuntes, no dessert or drink arrived, the waitress returned seemingly forgetting our order and handed us a dessert menu. We simply asked for the check. At the cost of the a la carte menu, we expected more attentive service but perhaps the demand for the restaurant has overwhelmed staff. Will we go back, yes, to see if more time smooths out service and if it has not, we will likely not recommend to others.
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Arlene
Baltimore2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best steak we ever had and they make great cocktails. Alice was a fantastic server. Good job Volts!
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Lawrence
Coastal North Carolina7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyed the food, presentation and vibe of the restaurant, everything but the noise level.
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Theus
Washington, D.C. Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was good and the restaurant and hotel are very nice.
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Gabrielle
Tampa / Central Florida West1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall wonderful experience. Menu was fantastic, it was hard to choose. We started with the appetizer platter so we could try everything, and the crudo was by far the best part. All was so good! Between the prime rib, rockfish, short rib, and rib eye, along with a bottle of red, we had a fantastic meal. Dessert… the chocolate bark was everyone’s favorite between that, apple one, and strawberry cheesecake. Chocolate bark blew em away! Thank you Voltaggio brothers. We’ve been fans of yours for so long!
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Cathy
Baltimore1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We were very excited about eating there and were not disappointed. Our waiter was very friendly and explained some of the food options. We were very happy with the food we selected: crab cake, rock fish, swordfish and lemon meringue pie. It was a little noisy but the restaurant was full. Would definitely eat there again!
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John
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our second time here was as great as the first. Excellent and friendly service, and the food is delicious and served in decent sized serving. And eating in that building is a fascinating experience.
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David
Orlando / Central Florida East3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance, service, and food were excellent. This is definitely a place to go to treat yourself. We ended up ordering four appetizers for two people, and it was more than enough food. We will be back soon.
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Richard VIP
Dallas - Fort Worth1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fantastic meal! Definitely recommend the Wye Oak Tavern. Our server, Kate, was exceptional. Outgoing, knowledgeable, and very responsive.
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Wye Oak Tavern is rated 4.6 stars by 414 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

9 Jun 2025

19:00

211 E Church St, Frederick, MD 21701

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Frederick
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Executive Chef
Bryan Voltaggio

Website
https://www.wyeoaktavern.com/
Phone number
(240) 931-1120

Wye Oak Tavern

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Chilled Seafood

Daily Oyster SelectionUS$21.00

Shrimp and Grits CocktailUS$22.00

Fluke CrudoUS$18.00

Visitation PlatterUS$79.00

Appetizers & Salads

CoddiesUS$17.00

Maryland Crab CakeUS$24.00

Savory Parmesan CheesecakeUS$18.00

Surryano HamUS$21.00

Smoked Beet PastramiUS$17.00

Cold Fried Chicken Liver PateUS$18.00

Cheese RavioliUS$22.00

Steak TartareUS$19.00

House SaladUS$16.00

Baby RomaineUS$16.00

Seafood

Swordfish PiccataUS$36.00

RockfishUS$34.00

Cedar Planked SalmonUS$32.00

Our Meats

45-Day Dry Aged Angus Prime Plus Shell Steak 16ozUS$89.00

45-Day Dry Aged Roseda Black Angus Ribeye 18ozUS$82.00

New York Strip 14ozUS$52.00

Filet Mignon 10ozUS$65.00

Grass Fed Prime Beef Ribeye 16ozUS$68.00

Pot RoastUS$48.00

Roasted Half ChickenUS$32.00

Smoked Pork Loin ChopUS$34.00

Tavern BurgerUS$21.00

Prime Rib

Queen Cut Black Angus Beef RibUS$68.00

Pastas & Side Dishes

RigatoniUS$16.00

MacaroniUS$18.00

Shells & CheeseUS$10.00

Share, or We're Telling Mom

Broccoli RabeUS$8.00

Mashed PotatoesUS$8.00

AsparagusUS$11.00

Beef Fat FriesUS$8.00

Spiced Sweet PotatoesUS$10.00

Creamed Spinach GratinUS$9.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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