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Address:
8069 Tiber Alley
Ellicott City, MD 21043

Neighborhood:
Ellicott City

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Cuisine:
Fusion / Eclectic

Price: $30 and under

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The Rumor Mill Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.therumormillrestaurant.com
Email: mmilani@therumormillrestaurant.com
Phone: (410) 461-0041
Hours of Operation: Tuesday - Friday: open at 5 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday: open at 4 p.m. Closed Mondays.
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Fusion / Eclectic, Tapas / Small Plates, Global, International
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Wine
Special Events & Promotions: The Rumor Mill has an accessible private room for parties of up to 25, and a larger, semi-private upstairs mezzanine that can accommodate up to 75. The restaurant is also available for buyouts depending on booked business.

Getting there

Cross Street: Main St
Parking: Street Parking
Parking Details: Ellicott City offers a variety of metered and free parking. For details and a parking map, visit www.ellicottcity.net and click on "Tourism."

A word from The Rumor Mill

The building may be historic, but the food and drink at the Rumor Mill Fusion Bar & Restaurant is all modern. Join us in the heart of Ellicott City's quaint historic district and enjoy globally-inspired small plates, house-made desserts, a smart beer and wine list and Maryland's only fusion vodka… bar. Open for dinner daily and for lunch and dinner on Saturdays. Continued

The Rumor Mill

4.0

45 $30 and under restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerFit for Foodies
Diners' Choice WinnerNeighborhood Gem

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47 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.6 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

47 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.9 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.6 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(30)
fit for foodies(26)
special occasion(12)

good for groups(10)
romantic(10)
hot spot(4)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (47)

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was our second time there

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2009

Dined on 04/13/2012

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It was our second time there and overall very good. Love the exotic flavored drinks."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2009

Special Features: notable wine list

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was absolutely fantastic,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/06/2012

2009

Dined on 04/06/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The food was absolutely fantastic, as was the wait staff. A restaurant to repeat!"

Dined on 04/06/2012

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very enjoyable dinner with

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/04/2012

2012

Dined on 04/04/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Very enjoyable dinner with some interesting options"

Dined on 04/04/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Rally enjoyed our meal. The

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2010

Dined on 04/07/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Rally enjoyed our meal. The chef/owner came out to greet and talk to us at the end of our meal. He and all of the staff were very friendly and accommodating."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2010

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great small plates

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/03/2012

2009

Dined on 04/03/2012

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Enjoyed my second visit. The seared tuna, mushroom tart and cilantro beef small plates are all excellent."

Dined on 04/03/2012

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food! Good service.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/24/2012

2006

Dined on 03/24/2012

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Great food! Good service. Good atmosphere. Parking was a little tough and the mussels weren't well cooked but otherwise everything was great."

Dined on 03/24/2012

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved it. Definitely a foodie's

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/11/2012

2012

Dined on 03/11/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

"Loved it. Definitely a foodie's Mecca. We found another one. That means: we'll be back."

Dined on 03/11/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The "small plates" option

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/29/2012

2011

Dined on 02/29/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The "small plates" option was nice - able to sample and share. Food was very good. Vodka list was huge!! We enjoyed our evening."

Dined on 02/29/2012

2011

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

My wife and I visited the

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/03/2012

2012

Dined on 03/03/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My wife and I visited the Rumor Mill this past weekend and it was out first trip to this establishment. The food was excellent, and the selection of beer and wine was very good. The table space was a little cramped, but overall it is a very nice restaurant with a lot of small plate options from which to pick and choose."