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Mountain Branch Grille & Pub, Joppa, MD
Mountain Branch Grille & Pub, Joppa, MD
Mountain Branch Grille & Pub, Joppa, MD
Mountain Branch Grille & Pub, Joppa, MD
Mountain Branch Grille & Pub, Joppa, MD

Mountain Branch Grille & Pub

4.4
4.4
920 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
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One of the best restaurants in Maryland is located just two miles from I-95 exit 74 at Mountain Branch Golf Course - 20 minutes from Baltimore.
Constructed out of three acres of Oregon’s finest Douglas Fir, the historic-looking timber-pegged post and beam structure has high ceilings, multilevel architecture and a magnificent view. The Grille & Pub at Mountain Branch is a favorite for relaxing after a round of golf and is an ever-popular destination for lunch, dinner and late night. Spacious patios afford dining al fresco when the weather is mild. And when winter winds are blowing, a large fireplace keeps the inside warm and cozy. The American-classic menu offers a diverse mix of tastes, including soups, salads, and sandwiches as well as fresh fish, crab cakes and Angus beef. Our chefs take pride in keeping the offerings creative and interesting - taking full advantage of fresh seasonal ingredients.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 9:30am - 1:00pm; Lunch -Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Sunday 4.00pm -9.00pm
  • Phone number
    (410) 836-9600
  • Website
    http://www.mountainbranch.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Private Parties: <br />The warm and inviting clubhouse delivers the perfect blend of casual comfort and flexible gathering space with the private rooms for smaller gatherings and the spacious enclosed pavilion for events up to 200 guests. Every room sports panoramic views of the rolling greens and fairways,always a treat for the eye at any time of year. A variety of flexible banquet packages are available or you can custom-design your own event with help from our events planning staff. <br /><br />Contact: Leeann White 410-836-9600 ext.1126
  • Private party facilities
    Where Great Events Begin Our rustic Loft with views over the golf course is perfect for any occasion.The Founders room is the perfect room for a dinner meeting, or private celebration. Our air conditioned tented pavilion complete with chandeliers is spectacular for your larger events.
  • Private party contact
    Carol McCarthy: (410) 836-9600 ext. 1017
  • Location
    1827 Mountain Road, Joppa, MD 21085
  • Neighborhood
    Joppa
  • Cross street
    Singer Road
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 920 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Baltimore Suburbs

    Great for scenic views

920 Reviews

  1. Hens

    Baltimore

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    This is a beautiful restaurant with a lovely view. Upon our arrival we were greeted by an unfriendly hostess, which caught us off guard. We were seated in their large beautiful dining room. Unfortunately the restaurant was having renovations done upstairs. The construction noises were so loud that we considered leaving. We spoke with our waiter who suggested that we check out the bar area. What a difference! The atmosphere was much more intimate and more of the setting we were looking for. We couldn't hear the construction, our waitress was amazing, and our evening improved immediately. Our meals were delicious and despite our rocky start, the evening was wonderful.

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  2. NJgal

    Baltimore

    33 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Okay Brunch... Food is nothing special to be honest. It's average. The beef was tender but they had no au jus or horseradish. Mini frittatas were good. Potatoes not crispy. Bacon and sausage were average as well. Green beans were well seasoned and cooked properly as was the kids Mac n cheese. The only dessert was bread pudding. There were swatter pastries. Caesar salad was average as well. A friend and I meet here for lunch or brunch a few times yearly. Regular menu is much better. We will wait until noon to arrive next visit so that we can order from the regular menu. BTW, please replace you worn carpeting on the stairs. Recommend dining from regular menu

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  3. KateC

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience4
    The food and very were very nice, but the service was poor. Staffing seemed to be an issue as we did not receive our drinks or food timely. We also didn’t receive all of our food ordered, and never received refills on our drinks.

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  4. JenK

    Baltimore

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Food was good but very little service, refills of drinks, etc. could use improvement with wait and host staff. Food was good, fresh and good value. Gotta try the bread pudding. Delicious.

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  5. FrankP

    Baltimore

    18 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Other than having to wait 10 minutes and no server. We had to go back to the hostess to see if they had a server for our table. We got one and the rest of the night went very well! The food was delicious and the service was great.

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  6. JaredC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    This restaurant's atmosphere was incredible; it IS a country club after all! However, both my partner and I felt that the food was far more expensive than its portion sizes and flavor merited. Generally, the food tasted under seasoned, which is an issue I'd expect such expensive food wouldn't have. Service was fantastic, the restaurant was very comfortable--even when it lost power due to a nearby lightening strike. However, I'm upset that I can't give the establishment a higher rating. I ordered the Duet: a crab cake and lamb chops. The crab cake was small and passable, but the lamb was largely flavorless and tough. My partner ordered a filet--medium. It came out medium rare at most. By and large, our vegetables were bitter and undercooked, again an error I expect to avoid at the price point we paid. Long story short, if you've got money to burn and would like to feel like royalty (at the expense of taste), head here. If you want great food, I unfortunately suggest you look elsewhere.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’m from out of town and my brother picked it, very nice and quite so we could really talk. Definitely will have my husband come golf and eat while there in a few weeks.

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  8. Batman

    Baltimore

    167 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    167 reviews

    Dined on July 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our group met at the bar and the drinks were great plus the service. At dinner all the food was delicious, timely, and the service was excellent especially the lamb chops and the mushroom risotto.

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  9. ChristineL

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was fantastic. We loved the food and ambience. We will definitely be coming back!

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  10. PurpleARC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a beautiful morning, decided to sit outside overlooking golf course. Tranquil setting, delicious food & drinks, plus excellent service. Highly recommend it.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant! Consistently good food! Margaret is a wonderful server; very friendly and attentive to detail.

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  12. AnnieB

    Philadelphia

    53 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Their shrimp salad and chicken salad never disappoint! Service friendly and efficient. I ordered lamb chop lollipops "very rare" to take home for dinner. They were well done so they didn't reheat well at all. But we love Mountain Branch and always look forward to "next time."

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Crab cakes were delicious. Best server in a decade or more (thank you Margaret!) We will be back for sure.

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  14. CLOSED

    Baltimore

    126 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    126 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dined on the outside deck overlooking the golf course, great view, our server Ruth was prompt & attentive, made great suggestions. Crab cakes were outstanding, blackened blue rib eye steak special also tasty. Dined here several times, never disappointed.

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  15. Bella

    Baltimore

    30 reviews

    2.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    I hate to rate this restaurant as just being fair because they were kind enough to give my husband a free dessert for dinner, which was actually the best thing he ate. The value of the food prices along with the lack of any real taste of the prime rib and side dishes were disappointing. Additionally, the service was adequate, not at all great or good. Two of the four cocktails ordered weren’t very good either. The atmosphere was nice and the golf course views are pretty. Nevertheless, we don’t think we’ll be coming back.

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  16. RichAWizski

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    For starters, the salmon bite with thai-chilli sauce special and the regular menu Greek "Wedding" Salad - `Huh` - were both excellent. And, the wait staff did not mind letting us have that starter before placing our entree requests. For our entrees: the 2 guys had crab cakes with fries and slaw, one of the "girls" had fish and chips, but replacing the "chips" with the slaw, and the other lady ordered the prime beef BBQ sandwich, again sans fires but with coleslaw. First we all agreed this is slaw as we always thought it should be. Note - this was a tough crowd, three whose Mom made the "best ever slaw". The crab cakes with exceptional, excellently prepared and nicely presented with the fries and slaw accompaniment. The two guys savoring those crab cakes, well, not much talking from their perspective. Some of the best true "Maryland Crab" cakes in the region. You would think the ladies might pick up the conversation, but read on. The cod in the fish and chips - spot on! What we are always after is when you take your fork and push into the beer battered fried cod, you find both moist and firm fish that separates into those delectable layers that just melt into your mouth as your taste buds say Thank You. For those that know fish preparations, you understand. As for the prime rib sandwich special, we all heard a few "Oh My" and "Ahs". But before we three were finished with our entrees we looked over to the "Gal" who ordered the sandwich showing a big smile and an empty plate. Enough Said? We were tempted with desert, but being on the "older" side of the fence decided not to partake. One of the ladies regretted afterwards not having the bread pudding. Finally, the service was absolutely impeccable from the greeting to the wait staff, to the final farewell. There is nothing any of us would have changed. Thank you all - from the front of the house to the back part, and everyone in between.

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  17. Jason

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    Excellent service!! This was a buffet brunch. Went to get food multiple times and half of the buffet trays were empty. No plates at one point. Only service that was lacking was the guy making omelettes and slicing beef. My wife said he wasn’t friendly and was not there (3 times) every time I tried to go to that station. It’s sad because the food I was able to get was excellent and the server was phenomenal. Not worth the money!

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Enjoyable evening on ‘deck’.

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  19. KathyJ

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrating a birthday with friends, everyone enjoyed our luncheon. Excellent service from our server Ruth and food was delicious.

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  20. ShawneB

    Baltimore

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience5
    Our problem was our waitress was given a huge party upstairs plus at least 3 othe tables. I don’t know if it was a staffing problem or bad scheduling.

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  21. MarkS

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Table was not ready even though we had a reservation, and the clean up of the table was not a priority. No rating on food or value since we walked out to find a more welcoming restaurant.

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  22. Khart

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Party of 4. Food wasn’t great. Not with the price. The ambiance was okay but that’s about it.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food friendly staff. Great value for the cost.

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  24. Josh

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We needed to get out early to attend an event and the server was very accommodating. Food came out quickly and was delicious as usual! The stuffed shrimp was superb! A wedding was taking place there and that did not cause any delays or disruptions in the restaurant.

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  25. GeorgeB

    Baltimore

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Food was good and service was excellent. I ordered a lemon drop martini which was just ok. No martini glass.

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  26. Stace

    Baltimore

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waitress was amazing, food delish, view from deck gorgeous!

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  27. skibridger

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a gorgeous Spring day and the grille was packed. But our servers were so nice and so attentive that we didn’t mind having to wait a bit longer than normal for our meals. The lamb chops were fabulous! Always enjoy going there

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  28. AprilW

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Shocked at how bad of shape this restaurant is in these days— it used to be really nice and we have been many times throughout the years and had great experiences. The only good part now is the view. The bathroom looks like it belongs in a dirty bar. The restaurant area is dirty and run down. Fried zucchini was tasteless, and the short rib in the short rib tortellini had the texture of rubber. Our bill was rang in wrong and everyone in my party woke up to multiple incorrect charges. The host and elusive manager were rude and unhelpful when trying to resolve.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Upon arrival for our reservation, we waited for the hostess to return her desk and seat us for about 15-20 minutes, and we were about to leave. The servers saw us several times, and no one asked us if we were being helped for no less than 15-20 minutes. Once we were seated, the server assisted us within normal wait time, and she was very sweet and nice. Her name was Macy. The food was just ok. Nothing memorable or praise worthy. My husband ordered the Prime rib a little beyond medium well. However, it was a rare and flat in taste. Again, it's not very memorable! I ordered the stuffed shrimp, which looked amazing but the taste was just ok, bland, too much breading for my taste. We were celebrating our anniversary and if we did not have great conversation between us, the night would have been a bust.

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  30. LaLaH

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience1
    I made the reservation enough in advance that the request to sit at a round table by a window should have been met. They put us in a dark room by ourselves. The tables around us has not been wiped down or set. We were not offered bunch buffet, even though people were eating from the buffet long after we arrived at 1:00. The salads were large, enough to share and well prepared. Crab soup mediocre. Mini crab cakes fair. A little dry. Not that good. Desserts were the best choice. No toilet paper or paper towels in bathroom. Overall, Disappointed.

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  31. AndreaW

    Baltimore

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Brunch ended at 1 o’clock and we had a reservation for noon. We got there, and the hostess acted as if we weren’t expected and tried and a high traffic location in the kitchen, even though they were better tables available. The Buffet was nearly empty, with dried up food in some of the chafing dishes. When I asked if they were going to put out food, the hostess, appeared annoyed. Our waitress and one of the busboys were nice and tried to be accommodating.

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  32. MattC

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    I really hope we caught the restaurant on a bad day, but have gone to the restaurant many times in the past, but probably never again. We had reservations at 11:00, and when we arrived we were seated within a minute or so. Unfortunately that was the highlight of the experience. Another table was seated about ten minutes later and now both tables were now waiting for a server to greet them. The second table had a server in a bout 5 minutes, we had to wait till about 11:25 for a server to come to our table for our drink order. We gave our order and proceeded to the brunch buffet which was basically entirely empty. At this point, we decided to leave. It was after 11:30 and were looking at waiting several more minutes to have fresh food (which would not be replenished after 12:00 anyway.) We didn't get far. Outside the front door we found a woman who had tripped and fallen on the uneven walkway entering the restaurant. She had hit her head hard on the stone. We waited with her while a family member went in to get ice and inform the staff. Several minutes later the family member returned with ice in a leaky plastic bag and still no sign of restaurant staff. After some time, a manager?? showed up and medics were called. Really need to fix the walkway going into the front door.

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  33. tracyj

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Good food, good service and nice setting

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  34. TLP55

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience1
    Restrooms were disgusting. I told hostess, she said that she would take care of it. In general the restaurant looks run down. We were seated between two tables that were never bussed so we had to look at tables of dirty dishes for the hour and half that we dined. A large group of employees were congregated at the hostess stand and could have cleaned the tables. Our granddaughter's chair had gross food spilled on it that we cleaned with our own wet wipes. Our waitress was ok and the food was just ok. Nothing to brag about. This used to one of our favorite restaurants especially for special occasions. Not anymore.

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  35. sandrab

    Baltimore

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    We came for the brunch and were seated about 12:15. The pleasant server announced that we should look at the brunch before selected it as it was winding down and they weren’t going to replenish. Brunch is advertised till 1pm. They should probably align their house to match up to their food availability. I had a hamburger. It wasn’t my intention.

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  36. ChrisEats

    Baltimore

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    This is by far the best value (and up there with the best overall) Sunday Brunch in the Baltimore metro area. There is a great variety of foods available (both breakfast-y and lunch-y) and some variation week to week that is appreciated. Bloody Mary bar is both well-stocked and inexpensive. The glass with vodka is delivered to your table and the bar has a good variety of fixings. I could frankly make a whole meal out of the bread pudding, if it wasn’t for all of the other great selections here. When they get busy (after 10:30-11:00), the waitstaff gets a bit stretched, but as a buffet that has a minor effect on the experience. Never had a complaint about anyone. Just go!

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  37. RebeccaJ

    Richmond

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    We waited a little too long before the Server came over to us. When she did bring our wine, she spilled mine all over my pants, on my purse and on the floor. The food was just adequate as well as the service. I don’t know that we’ll be back.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Friends dinner/birthday celebration - we’ve been going for the last couple years with the same group each February, food it delicious, menu offers lots of options for everyone, it’s usually quiet, staff is friendly!

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  39. adam

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really friendly staff, very good food, very nice atmosphere. We had a great time.

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  40. RobertC

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The Dining room needs some renovation. Still love the view.

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Mountain Branch Grille & Pub is rated 4.4 stars by 920 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Mountain Branch Grille & Pub

1827 Mountain Road, Joppa, MD 21085

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Singer Road
  • Neighborhood
    Joppa
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 9:30am - 1:00pm; Lunch -Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Sunday 4.00pm -9.00pm
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.mountainbranch.com/
  • Phone number
    (410) 836-9600
  • Catering
    Private Parties: <br />The warm and inviting clubhouse delivers the perfect blend of casual comfort and flexible gathering space with the private rooms for smaller gatherings and the spacious enclosed pavilion for events up to 200 guests. Every room sports panoramic views of the rolling greens and fairways,always a treat for the eye at any time of year. A variety of flexible banquet packages are available or you can custom-design your own event with help from our events planning staff. <br /><br />Contact: Leeann White 410-836-9600 ext.1126
  • Private party facilities
    Where Great Events Begin Our rustic Loft with views over the golf course is perfect for any occasion.The Founders room is the perfect room for a dinner meeting, or private celebration. Our air conditioned tented pavilion complete with chandeliers is spectacular for your larger events.
  • Private party contact
    Carol McCarthy: (410) 836-9600 ext. 1017
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