The County Cork Wine Pub

Name: The County Cork Wine Pub
Address: 1716 Liberty Rd, Eldersburg, MD, United States, 21784
Telephone: (410) 970-8110
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

641 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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Welcome to The County Cork Wine Pub. The "Cork" as we are known is a classy, but casual restaurant. We have a unique menu using the freshest ingredients available. We offer an extensive wine list, as well as a selection of craft beers and a full bar. Happy Hour is best spent at The Cork where all small plates are $7 and drink specials. The Cork is your neighborhood meeting place, whether you desire a quick bite from our lite fare selection or a night out with friends. Enjoy the evening experiencing our incredible menu and succulent specials at reasonable prices. Our Butcher Block and Cheese Boards are enjoyed by many of our customers with a bottle of wine. We have the best brunch in the "Burg". An extensive a la carte menu featuring benedicts, steak and eggs, omletes anyway, corned beef hash and much more. We also have an all-you-can drink Bloody Mary Bar for $10.00. Come experience the warm atmosphere and exceptional service. You'll come as guests and leave as friends!!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

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Takeout

(410) 970-8110

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(410) 970-8110
Website
http://www.thecorkpub.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gordon Carlson
Catering
We cater on and off the premise. We can prepare any menu you like or we can design a menu together. We have been to private homes as well as held special occasions at the restaurant. From holiday parties, to birthdays, to anniversaries, we would love to be a part of your special occasion.
Private party facilities
The only times we can offer private dining facilities is on Mondays when we are closed. We have opened on Mondays for several private parties. We also will close to the public for special parties. Call for details.
Private party contact
Arlene Stecher: (410) 970-8110

Location
1716 Liberty Rd Eldersburg, MD 21784
Neighborhood
Eldersburg
Cross street
Oklahoma Road
Parking details
There is ample parking out front and additional parking in the rear. We are located in a strip mall center so it is a free private lot.
Entertainment
We have live entertainment every Friday and Saturday evenings. It is often one or two musicians playing acoustic guitars and usually classic rock is played. We start the music around 8:30-9:00 so as to not disturb the majority of diners. If we are still busy with a dinner crowd, I may start the music a little later and they will play til midnight or after.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$28.00
Cajun corn ragu, asparagus and champagne red pepper cream. Wine Pairing: Old Bay rimmed Natty Boh
Chicken Pot Pie$19.00
Breast of chicken and vegetables in an herbed asiago cream sauce topped with panko. Wine Pairing: Hayes Merlot-Starborough Sauvignon Blanc
Fish and Frites$17.00
Beer battered Atlantic cod, hand cut frites, cole slaw and tartar. Wine Pairing: Guinness-Chloe Prosecco-San Simeon Viognier
Pan Seared Filet Mignon*$32.00
Gorgonzola gratin potatoes, Tomato-basil vinaigrette and asparagus. Wine Pairing: Ibericos Tempranillo-Drumheller Cabernet
Shrimp n' Grits$20.00
Traditional creole sauce with peppers and cherry tomatoes. Wine Pairing: Hess Unoaked Chardonnay-Klinker Albarino
Grilled Lamb Loin Chops*$28.00
Indian spiced chops, curry vegetable stew, saffron rice and lentils. Wine Pairing: Michel Torino Malbec-The Cab
Smoky Dry Rubbed Ribeye*$30.00
Crab mac n' cheese, balsamic brussel sprouts. Wine Pairing: La Posta Malbec-Josh Cellars Legacy Red Blend
Saffron Paella*$20.00
Smoked chicken, chorizo, shrimp and vegetables with rouille. Wine Pairing: Zen of Zin Zinfandel-Mark West Black Pinot Noi
Vegetarian Gnocchi$19.00
Roasted shishito peppers, kale, sweet corn blistered tomatoes and basil. Wine Pairing: Starborough Sauvignon Blanc-Mark West Black
Seared Scallops$28.00
Spinach pasta, romesco sauce and grilled cauliflower. Wine Pairing: Chateau St. Michelle Chardonnay or Rose
Southern Smoked Pork Loin*$21.00
Hoppin John, hot slaw and peanut gravy. Wine Pairing: One Hope Cabernet-Ironstone Petite Syrah
Corned Beef n' Cabbage*$18.00
1st cut corned beef, braised cabbage and mashed potatoes. Wine Pairing: Seven Moons Red Blend-Jamesons-Guinness
Rainbow Trout*$22.00
Pan roasted and stuffed with quinoa, kale, roasted peppers and herbs, lemon sage cream. Wine Pairing: Hayes Merlot-Ruffino Pinot Grigo

Soup and Salads

Add Grilled Chicken $6, Blackened Chicken $6, Grilled Shrimp $8, 6 oz Bistro Tenderloin $8, Seared Ahi Tuna $8, Crab Cake $9 or Fried Green Tomatoes $7

Seasonal Soup
Ask your server for today's selection
Caesar Salad* (Chilled or Grilled)$11.00
Polenta croutons, cracked pepper, shaved parmesan, housemade caesar
Spinach Salad*$12.00
Apples, dried cranberries, candied walnuts, brie, apple cider vinaigrette
The House*$9.00
Mixed greens, cucumber, carrots, tomatoes, balsamic honey vinaigrette
Arugula and Beet Salad*$12.00
Arugula, beets, maple whipped chevre, almond brittle, burnt orange vinaigrette

Small Plates

Short Rib Raviolis$12.00
Wild mushroom demi, ricotta, artichokes and oven roasted tomatoes
Spanish Style Mussels*$13.00
PEI mussels, chorizo, leeks, spicy tomato fumé
Crab and Brie Fondue*$12.00
Topped with crab, tomato and scallions, served with french bread
Reuben Egg Rolls$10.00
Stuffed with corned beef, swiss, sauerkraut, braised cabbage and Guinness aioli
Risotto Verde*$12.00
Spinach, parmesan, green pea pesto, lemon and asparagus
Roasted Marcona Almonds*$7.00
With smoked sea salt
Hand Cut Frites*$5.00
Thin cut fries with rosemary and garlic
Smoked Chicken Wings*$10.00
With housemade spicy-sweet bbq sauce
Avocado Toast$11.00
12 grain bread topped with house made ricotta, avocado, candied bacon, truffle oil and dried tomato pesto
Crispy Thai Shrimp*$12.00
Fried shrimp tossed in Thai mayo, drizzled with orange zest aioli and sesame seeds
Two Faced Tuna*$9.00
Sesame crusted and blackened on wonton chips with cucumber wasabi and seaweed salad
Raw or Baked Oysters*
Raw: served with cocktail and crackers; Baked: topped with creamy spinach and panko
- 1/2 Doz$12.00
Coconut Fried Rice*$10.00
Basmati rice, vegetables, egg and coconut

Light Fare

Sub side House Salad $2, Caesar Salad $3, Spinach Salad $4

Shaved Lamb French Dip$13.00
Shaved leg o' lamb, Swiss cheese, caramelized onion, au jus on a brioche roll. Choice of Frites or Cole Slaw
The Cork Burger$11.00
Horseradish cheddar, sauteed mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, red onion on a pretzel roll. Choice of Frites or Cole Slaw
Classic Reuben$13.00
Lean corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, 1000 island dressing on rye bread. Choice of Frites or Cole Slaw
Crab Mac n' Cheese$15.00
In a skillet with Asiago cream, scallions and a panko crust
Margherita Flatbread$12.00
Fresh mozzarella, tomato slices, artichokes, fresh basil, garlic olive oil, balsamic drizzle
Twisted Turkey$11.00
Turkey breast, spicy honey mustard, bacon, Swiss cheese on a pretzel roll. Choice of Frites or Cole Slaw
Seared Ahi Tacos$15.00
Chili rub, soft flour tortillas, smashed avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, jalapeño relish. Choice of Frites or Cole Slaw
Short Rib Tacos$15.00
Slow braised short rib, roasted corn salad, salsa verde, queso fresco. Choice of Frites or Cole Slaw
Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla$13.00
Chipotle chicken, cheddar jack, mushrooms, caramelized onions, adobo mayo with salsa and lime sour cream cilantro
Chicken Alfredo Flatbread$13.00
Asiago creamed spinach, chicken, parmesan, cheddar, candied bacon, scallions

The Butcher Block & Cheese Board

The Butcher Block & Cheese Board
Ask your server for current selections
- Choose 3 for$12.00
- Choose 5 for$19.00

What 641 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our wait person, Jenna is so engaging and welcoming. The food and beverages are great and Jenna makes it an incredible experience.
h
harveys
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
great food and drinks havent been since covid noisy but mothers day
B
Biji
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Love coming here! Their food is consistently good.
o
olivelover
Baltimore
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Love the food and service...just not aware that you have to reserve booth seating.
J
Jane
Baltimore
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food, server was friendly and made great recommendations.
C
Chris
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and atmosphere at this restaurant makes it one of our favorite in the area! Our meals were amazing, and the service is impeccable!
TM
TraceyM
Baltimore
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We went to the County Cork for the live music. The musician was excellent; he played 80's and 90's hits at a level that allowed us to still hold a conversation. The food was delicious--we selected several small plates to share and it was perfect paired with a bottle of wine. Our server, Jenna, was attentive and personable. She did an amazing job. The owner stopped by our table twice to ensure everything was perfect. We will definitely be back!
RS
RitaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience3
Great food, relaxed atmosphere, and wide drink selection. Pleasant surprise!
L
Love2dineout
Washington DC
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I Celebrated my birthday here . What a fabulous dinner shrimp and grits And fish and frites. Kassie our server was so cheerful and offered Dessert for my birthday. Lemoncello. Cake yummy. My husband decided to order flourless chocolate cake. He stated excellent the best he has ever had. Chef came out to the table to check on us. What a great touch! If you are looking for a great place to celebrate or just a great place to dine. I would highly recommend County Cork Wine Pub Thank you Arlene!
BT
BobT
Baltimore
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding. Jenna was excellent as a server. She even remembered us from the last time we were there and that made us feel very welcome. She even knew what we had ordered, and it had been a while since we were last there. Definitely left a lasting impression.
D
Donn
Baltimore
176 reviews
vip
5.0
176 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
It was our first time at this restaurant, which is in a strip shopping center. We had a reservation at 6:15, arrived 15 minutes early, and were seated promptly. I had the filet mignon (with scalloped potatoes and asparagus) after a Caesar salad, and my friend had corned beef and cabbage after a Caesar salad. Delicious and very good portions. For dessert, we each ate different flavors of their home-made ice cream. Also delicious. Our server was friendly and efficient. Although the restaurant specializes in wine and offers an extensive wine list, neither of us ordered wine, so these comments relate to the excellent food. My friend did have a vodka with a spot of cranberry juice. The bill, before tip, was around $93, so a decent value for the high quality food. I definitely will return. It was a 5-star experience.
KM
KarenMahoney
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thx for making our annivrsary so special! Crab cakes & pot pie were wonderful & Taryn & Arlene made us feel special!
JG
JoG1
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious as always! Four different entrees and all enjoyed.
NC
NicoleC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Warm and friendly environment. Food was outstanding.
D
Diane
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Had Sunday Brunch. Menu had lots of options. Food well prepared with some interesting tweaks. Service was remarkable, staff friendly and accommodating. Noise level a bit too much for conversation. Will most definitely return.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Hi Diane, Thank you for the 5 stars and wonderful review. So glad you enjoyed brunch and appreciated the menu and its uniqueness. Since this was your first visit, you might want to try us out for dinner as well. We have a fantastic and equally unique dinner menu and offer live music on Friday nights. We so appreciate you taking the time to write a review. I will pass your comments on to Taryn!
CS
CSPetunia
Baltimore
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Fantastic, unique menu. Rockfish and Paella were delicious!
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Thank you kindly for the 5 stars and very happy to see that you enjoyed your entrees. Our menu is quite unique as we try and put a twist and flare to each menu item. We hope you'll be back again soon!
L
Love2dineout
Washington DC
16 reviews
vip
2.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall2food1service5ambience3
First time here. Server was great but the kitchen was lacking Took 45 minutes to get eggs waffles etc and a Reuben. When food came out. Waffle ( of which was a$4.00 up charge). Was over cooked (it was dark brown in color) and cold. Not even the butter would melt. Eggs were runny and not completely cooked. Scrapple came out 5 min after food arrived and was burnt around the edges. Reuben —the corned beef was so thick and tough had to be taken off the sandwich and had to cut with knife and fork. The cheese was not melted and very very little sauerkraut. Someone needs to get a lesson on how to make a Reuben. Worse Reuben I’ve ever eaten Very very disappointing experience as we drove as ways to get here as reviews were good. Apparently not this past Sunday!
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Appreciate the review, good or bad I read every one and take them all to heart. First and foremost if you are ever unhappy with the food that is delivered, you should immediately let your server know so that we may recook or compensate you for your food that was not prepared correctly. There should not have been a $4 up charge for the waffle an our Reuben is said to be one of the best, so that is extremely disappointing to hear. Please contact me at Arlene.cork@gmail to discuss further.
S
Steve
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was excellent. Wait staff was friendly and efficient
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Thanks for the 5 star review and very nice comments. Always excited to hear when our customers enjoyed food and service. Hopefully you'll be back again soon to experience another 5 star dinner.
JS
JohnS
Baltimore
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience2
Is was mostly average experience. Food was good but certainly below expectation for the price. I had an issue with over spiced and undercooked item that could have been handled better.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Hi John, thank you for taking the time to write a review. I would like to learn more about your dining experience. Could you please call (410) 970-8110 and ask for Arlene, so that I can get a better understanding of how this was handled. I always want customers to leave completely satisfied and looking forward to their next visit. Obviously this is not the case and I would love to get more details so as to rectify the situation. Thank you.
DH
DeannaH
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, service and experience. We'll go back.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Hi Deanna, Thank you for the 5 stars and always glad to hear when someone enjoyed all aspects of their experience at The Cork. We will be looking forward to having you back again soon.
MB
MikeB
Baltimore
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great time at the Cork, Spicy shrimp and nuts are a must. Great drinks.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Thank you Mike for the 5 stars and nice review. So glad to hear you enjoy a few of our most popular offerings! The bartenders work hard to come up with some unique flavorful drinks and its so nice to read a review about both...food and drink!
KM
KarenMahoney
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had so much fun on Friday! Love Arlene & Taryn & the rest of the staff. The shrimp/melon/arugala plate was fabulous! We're making plans for Mother's Day! Thx for making us "newbie" Eldersburg residents curious about your restaureant 18 months ago! We aren't leaving our "home away from home" either!
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Thanks Karen for the 5 stars and we couldn't be happier your discovered The Cork and are now our "regulars". We appreciate you as well :)
NG
NancyG
Baltimore
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thoroughly enjoyed our brunch!
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Thank you for the 5 stars and so happy to hear you enjoyed your brunch at The Cork.
JF
JosephF
Baltimore
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 26, 2022
overall1food3service1ambience2
Tonight‘s dining experience at the County Cork Wine Pub was unenjoyable in almost every respect. What we had hoped to be an enjoyable evening dining out was anything but. With 7 o’clock reservations, we arrived 5 minutes early and were promptly seated. It was 20 minutes before I got my drink, and one hour and five minutes before our appetizers came out. (I had to ask the server to please be sure that we did not get the appetizers and the entrée at the same time.) I know that the kitchen and the serving staff can get overwhelmed, but this was beyond acceptable. When the food came out, it was good; the rockfish was hot and tasty, but the rice and green beans were both tepid at best. Adding insult to injury, when we got our bill, we were charged for a glass of wine that we never ordered. (My wife had club soda; I had an old-fashioned with Basil-Hayden.) The server quizzed us as to whether we were sure we did not get the wine before she did remember that it was not ours, it belonged to another table. Our server seemed to be apologizing to a number of tables, including ours, during our stay. We will not be returning to the Cork County Wine Bar.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. I always want customers to leave completely satisfied and looking forward to their next visit. Obviously this is not the case and I would love the opportunity to rectify the situation. Your review was quite detailed and I have already discussed this experience with the server. What you experienced is completely unacceptable and not how we operate at The Cork. Please contact me at Arlene@TheCorkPub so we can discuss further. Thank you.
JS
JanetS
Washington DC
92 reviews
4.0
92 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Definitely hopping for Sunday brunch! Wonderful energy; prompt service and great value for a relaxing meal with friends and new acquaintances. Thanks Cork!
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Hi Janet, Thank you for the 4 stars and wonderful review! Nothing makes us happy than to receive such positive comments. Glad to hear you enjoyed brunch, maybe next time visit for dinner. On Friday nights we have live music from local musicians which makes The Cork really hopping on the weekends. Thank you again for taking the time to write such a nice review.
l
luv2dinewithwine
Philadelphia
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an amazing surprise. For a pub in a strip of stores. Everything was top notch! Can’t wait to return
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Thank you kindly for the 5 stars and we couldn't be happier than you were amazingly surprised! That sums of your review nicely!
MM
MeganM
Baltimore
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food is very good but way too much seafood on the menu…well, unless you like sandwiches. Service was very good.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Hi Megan, Thank you for the 4 star review. We do try to find a nice balance of an assortment of dishes. The next time you are in, try our filet mignon or ribeye. They are two of our most popular entrees. Very glad to hear you were pleased with service! We hope to see you are able to visit again soon.
KM
KarenMahoney
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
In a few words,we'll as often as we can make it! We are planning on reservations dor weddig anniversart (if we make to 38years!), Mother's Dayn& for just any occasionsion :) Thx for so many wonderful experiences!
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Thanks Karen for the 5 stars and awesome review. We love when you and the family visit The Cork :)
DB
DonnaB
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice atmosphere and service was great Enjoyable
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on April 18, 2022
Hi Donna, Thank you for the 5 star review. So glad to hear you enjoyed service and the vibe of The Cork! Hopefully you'll be back again soon.
CR
ChristineR
Baltimore
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience2
Restaurant was overbooked for reservations at 7:30 pm Friday night. Had to wait 30 minutes past reservation time to be seated. Scheduled performer showed and started 1 hour late. Wished I had just gone somewhere else.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
Hi Christine, we did have an extremely busy Friday night and did our best to get all guests sat on time. I was aware of the situation and apologized to the few guests that had to wait that evening. I made sure your server was proactive on getting your food in and out asap. Music started at 8:30 so hopefully you were able to enjoy the music with your dinner. There are a few occasions when it is out of our control, but we do our very best to stay on top of the situation.
J
James
Baltimore
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall2food3service2ambience2
Disappointing. We thought we’d try this place because friends had recommended it. Booked a table for 7pm as it was a Friday night and we figured it might be busy. Arrived at about 7:05, no hostess in sight, just a bunch of people standing around near the door waiting. Hostess appeared after a few minutes but didn’t greet or acknowledge us. As she went to walk away, I interjected and said that we had a reservation and gave my name. She looked at her tablet, said ‘OK’, and walked away. Didn’t reappear for at least 10 minutes. When she came back, she asked to reach past us to pick up something from a table. She was about to walk away a second time without greeting or talking to us. So I asked if she knew how long we could expect to wait. She indicated a table that was just being vacated and said “That’s for you as soon as it’s cleaned off”. Cleaning it took another several minutes and we finally sat down at 7:30. Unfortunately, there was no wine list among the various pieces of menu and it was another 10 minutes before our waitress arrived to greet us. She came back a few minutes later with a wine list. We ordered as soon as she came back a second time, and then waited again. It was about 8:10 before 2 glasses of wine finally appeared, over an hour from when we walked in with a table supposedly reserved. The sad thing is that at no point during any of this did anyone apologize for things taking a long time. They were clearly understaffed - 2 or 3 servers for the whole place - and it was a busy Friday night. So it’s understandable that things might take a while, but when no one acknowledges that it feels like it’s OK for it to take over an hour just to get a glass of wine in a ‘wine pub’. The food was OK, but both our entrees were quite salty tasting and it was almost 8:30 before they arrived. Just a disappointing experience, which was a shame. A few small changes could have left us wanting to give it another try on a different night.
S
Stephanie
Washington DC
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kyle was great, food was really good. Will definitely be going back!!
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
Hi Stephanie, so glad to hear you enjoyed food and service on your visit. We appreciate the 5 stars and look forwarding to giving you the same experience on your next visit!
KM
KarenMahoney
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was all just fabulous! The Cork is our favorite place to just go in & relax, get excellent service & enjoy being around friendly people, both staff & customers!
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
Thank you for the wonderful review. We do have the best customers!
KM
KarenMahoney
Washington DC
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was excellent, as usual! Can't wait to go back again !!!
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
Thanks Karen for the 5 star review! Always love to see your smiling face at The Cork!
S
Steve
Baltimore
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
Excellent food and value. Friendly service. Short staffed which slowed service somewhat but overall was well worth the visit.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
Thanks Steve for taking the time to write a review and the 5 stars! So glad you enjoyed the food that evening and my apologies for the slower than normal service. We hope you come back again soon, and please do not hesitate to ask for the owner or manager if you ever need anything. We are more than happy to accommodate or pitch in to help keep your evening at a 5 star experience!
DW
DianeW
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience3
We loved it! We've enjoyed this restaurant the few other times that we've been there. THIS TIME! New chef. Fabulous food. The menu is different with some lovely more upscale entrees.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
Hi Diane, thank you for taking the time to write a review and the 5 stars! Yes Chef Gordon is amazing and delivers nothing but top notch food. Fresh and unique! If service ever falls short during your next visit, please do not hesitate to ask for the owner or manager if you ever need anything. We are more than happy to accommodate or pitch in to help keep your evening at a 5 star experience!
GH
GabeH
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious as usual and our server, Jenna, was super friendly and made our night feel special.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
Hi Gabe, I have already passed your comments on to Jenna and she was very happy to give you 5 star service! We hope you come back again soon to enjoy another 5 star experience. Thank you.
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olivelover
Baltimore
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
A bit pricey. But we had great food. Our waiter could have checked in a bit more. Loved the rockfish! We'll be back with a coupon.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
Hi Olive, thank you for taking the time to write a review and the 5 stars! I seriously try to keep our prices in line, and appreciate your comments. With everything associated with running the restaurant has increased, I had no choice but to raise prices slightly. I encourage coupon use (and I would do the same), every little bit helps! Always ask for the owner if you aren't receiving top notch service! You deserve the best when dining out and we always want to know when we fall short.
DA
DiannaA
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
Everything was nice. Everyone enjoyed the food and I had three newbies from Ellicott city with me.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
Hi Dianna. First of all thank you kindly for bringing new people to The Cork. We love having "newbies" and always hope to deliver an enjoyable experience, so they will be back. Very excited to hear that the food was enjoyed by all. If you want to talk about the service, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our goal is to make all aspects of your time at The Cork top notch!
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sansid
Baltimore
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Valentines Day dinner.
The County Cork Wine PubResponded on March 9, 2022
So glad to hear you enjoyed your Valentines dinner at The Cork. We appreciate the 5 stars and will strive to deliver that on every visit!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The County Cork Wine Pub offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 970-8110.

The County Cork Wine Pub is rated 4.6 stars by 641 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 22, 2022

May 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

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Takeout

(410) 970-8110

1716 Liberty Rd Eldersburg, MD 21784

Additional information

Cross street
Oklahoma Road
Neighborhood
Eldersburg
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–1:00 am
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is ample parking out front and additional parking in the rear. We are located in a strip mall center so it is a free private lot.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Gordon Carlson
Entertainment
We have live entertainment every Friday and Saturday evenings. It is often one or two musicians playing acoustic guitars and usually classic rock is played. We start the music around 8:30-9:00 so as to not disturb the majority of diners. If we are still busy with a dinner crowd, I may start the music a little later and they will play til midnight or after.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thecorkpub.com/
Phone number
(410) 970-8110
Catering
We cater on and off the premise. We can prepare any menu you like or we can design a menu together. We have been to private homes as well as held special occasions at the restaurant. From holiday parties, to birthdays, to anniversaries, we would love to be a part of your special occasion.
Private party facilities
The only times we can offer private dining facilities is on Mondays when we are closed. We have opened on Mondays for several private parties. We also will close to the public for special parties. Call for details.
Private party contact
Arlene Stecher: (410) 970-8110

The County Cork Wine Pub

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Shrimp n' Grits

Crispy Thai Shrimp

Seared Scallops

Entrees

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes$28.00

Chicken Pot Pie$19.00

Fish and Frites$17.00

Pan Seared Filet Mignon*$32.00

Shrimp n' Grits$20.00

Grilled Lamb Loin Chops*$28.00

Smoky Dry Rubbed Ribeye*$30.00

Saffron Paella*$20.00

Vegetarian Gnocchi$19.00

Seared Scallops$28.00

Southern Smoked Pork Loin*$21.00

Corned Beef n' Cabbage*$18.00

Rainbow Trout*$22.00

Soup and Salads

Seasonal Soup

Caesar Salad* (Chilled or Grilled)$11.00

Spinach Salad*$12.00

The House*$9.00

Arugula and Beet Salad*$12.00

Small Plates

Short Rib Raviolis$12.00

Spanish Style Mussels*$13.00

Crab and Brie Fondue*$12.00

Reuben Egg Rolls$10.00

Risotto Verde*$12.00

Roasted Marcona Almonds*$7.00

Hand Cut Frites*$5.00

Smoked Chicken Wings*$10.00

Avocado Toast$11.00

Crispy Thai Shrimp*$12.00

Two Faced Tuna*$9.00

Raw or Baked Oysters*

Coconut Fried Rice*$10.00

Light Fare

Shaved Lamb French Dip$13.00

The Cork Burger$11.00

Classic Reuben$13.00

Crab Mac n' Cheese$15.00

Margherita Flatbread$12.00

Twisted Turkey$11.00

Seared Ahi Tacos$15.00

Short Rib Tacos$15.00

Chipotle Chicken Quesadilla$13.00

Chicken Alfredo Flatbread$13.00

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