The Bowman Restaurant & Pub
9306 Harford Rd, Parkville, MD, 21234
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Address :
9306 Harford Rd
Parkville, MD, 21234 - Phone (410) 665-8601
- Website https://www.thebowmanrestaurant.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:30 am - 11
Specialities
- Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Music : DJ, Live, Juke Box
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Best Nights : Wed, Thu, Sat
Coat Check : Yes
Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
Outdoor Seating : No
Has TV : Yes
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Aly M.
I liked the food and service here a lot. I ordered the stuffed shrimp (loved), my brother and dad got the scallops (they loved them and said the scallops were super tender), and my sister-in-law got the crabcake (kind of small, but she enjoyed it). We had brought a cake for my dad's birthday, and they not only put candles on it, but brought it out at the right time and plated it nicely. I recommend sitting in the formal dining area for a nice dinner experience, but be warned that you can't get the sandwiches there.
(4)Keith D.
Well.......I met some friends here for dinner, and to see a band we like for dancing. Sadly, this place is way too small to dance. I heard good things about the food, but when my plate came I was a bit unsatisfied with the crab cake. It tasted fine, but was the size of a golf ball.....too small for the price. I ordered apple pie a la mode and the pie tasted store bought. When the bill came, I was surprised to see the pie and ice cream alone cost $10. Overall the price wasn't justified, the food was just okay and there wasn't enough of it.
(2)Ken L.
Best of everything? I beg to differ. This place almost made me sick with their crab. A friend had told me to steer clear of this place and I should of listened. Sorry, Mike you were right all along. *Chugging Pepto* Consider yourself warned.
(1)Jason B.
Was with a large party for a wake. Was treated well with prompt a courteous service. Appetizers were at the table on arrival, bruschetta and crab dip, both very well done. Menu was pre set, but was a choice of crab cake, stake, or chicken. All came with salad and potato. Chose the crab cake and was pleased. Nice size with good lumps and not much filler, very good taste as well. Potato was well a potato. Salad wasn't bad, with peppercorn ranch (not overpowering peppery as many are). Finished off with a moist piece of chocolate cake.
(4)Tony C.
We ate here as part of a large family celebration. Salad was blah. Lasagna was blah. No ice for drinks. Service was average. The food was average at best. The Bowman has been a Parkville/Carney landmark for many years but just not my scene or taste.
(2)Michael N.
The Sauteed Shrimp appetizer is really good. The food in general is above average in quality and taste. I don't think you can go wrong with a pasta or steak dish. Their seafood is pretty well known in the area though sometimes I'm not as impressed with their seafood as some of the other dishes. Every time I've been to the Bowman I've been satisfied. It's a local staple in the Parkville area and I'm always happy to enjoy a meal at this establishment.
(4)RANDALL H.
My wife & are retired & we dine out frequently. We have been to Bowmans a couple of other times, but this particular visit was exceptional. I had the lobster special which was three half lobster tails (3oz ea) , a side of choice (asparagus was fresh & great) & ice cream for desert. "ONLY $15.00" My wife had the oyster stew, which was so delicious, she drank the broth. I only wish they had the lobster special more often. To say the least, we will be back again.
(4)Christy D.
I come here for the food. Never had a bad meal. Tonight I saw Alaskan King Crab legs go to another table. They looked good enough that I had to order them....and oh were they worth it for $9 a cluster. Lots of streaming hot crab meat! The $15 prime rib dinner on Thursday night's is another reason to come here. Dress in jeans and come hungry. A great gin and tonic and so reasonably priced it is totally worth the drive from Roland Park. ....and I have to say friendly service.. wish I had thought to take a picture before I devoured everything....oh, well .... next time....and there is definitely a next time..
(5)jon t.
Warning, I'm giving this place a good review. Been here twice over two years and have been more than happy with the crab cakes and especially the crab imperial( an off menu item). The icing was the fresh yellow squash served as a side yesterday.Best I've had and I'm from farm country. Now, I've been in for lunch twice and ate in the bar eating area and it is acceptable as such, and the waitstaff is very friendly. I will head back next time in town.
(5)Maggie D.
Great food! Love the oyster stew and cream of crab soup!
(4)Rachel L.
Do yourself a favor and try the scallops. Cooked perfectly every time. Used to come w/mashed garlic potatoes (yum) but now w/risotto (creamy & delicious). Cream of crab soup is tasty and full of crab. Friendly, helpful staff.
(4)Glenn M.
Not sure what the negative reviews are all about .. perhaps just outdated. Stopped by for a meal with the wife before going to the BSO. I had the stuffed shrimp w/crab imperial, asparagus and baked potato, wife had something that I remember was good but can't recall what it was .. should have wrote the review the other week when we were there. The stuffed shrimp was quiter good and the asparagus were cooked perfectly .. so often overcooked at many restaurants. Service was good. We dined in the front of the restaurant on the bar side as I've always liked the windows and the setup on that side. Will surely be going back soon.
(4)Steve W.
The Bowman has been around a long time and I have probably been going there for 25 years. Used to be a great neighborhood restaurant but it has really gone downhill. Used to go for cream of crab soup and crabcakes. No more. I have been there 3 times for lunch in the last 2 months (it is a convenient place to meet being right off of the beltway). Last time was the last time! 3 of us just left shaking out heads at the lousy food. Interesting to note that their crab cakes are listed in the 7/09 issue of Baltimore Magazine about great crabcakes. I usually prefer a fried crabcake to a broiled one and this place used to have terrific fried crabcakes, although they have always been small ( you will want 2 for dinner). Well, the last 2 times I have had them they have been stone cold in the center. I sent the last one back for further cooking. Great flavor but...cold and small??? The once famous cream of crab is now full of flour lumps, yuck. I have heard from 2 different sources that the cooks left here and are now at The Peppermill. Maybe that's why business is booming over there.
(2)Kim B.
I went to dinner at the Bowman the other evening with my mom and sister and while the actual meal was wonderful the cream of crab should have been called cream bisque because I certainly didn't find any crab in mine. The server was rather abrupt and I really think that the long aprons they wear really look awful. On my way out I happened to see what I believe was supposed to be a crabcake dinner and it looked like a crab ball that I received as part of my appetizer the other evening at another restaurant. Perhaps they should warn you that you will be hungry after your meal!
(2)Delinda J.
This place is great! Terrific food at a reasonable price. Great service, neighborly atmosphere. Cream of crab soup is delish. Ruben is tasty and greek salad has authenticity. I will be back!
(4)Theresa M.
TL;DR version: crap service, mediocre food, good patio/music Found myself at the bowman to check out the music. The hostess didn't want to seat us outside because the only table was "right next to where they're singing". Which I understand, not all guests would like that. Took a significant amount of time to get our drink orders in or even see a server. We weren't in a hurry so it was fine. My companion put in her order and the server left without asking for my order. Came back with companions food, and dropped it off without taking my order. We got her attention long enough to order the singer a drink (which she never received) but she left while I was trying to tell her my order. I get it. I wasn't yelling at her. Just trying to say "and can I get the..." And she's gone. 50 minutes after sitting down she's finally around long enough to take my order! I was just ordering potato skins, this wasn't some complicated process that required listening for more than 6 words. But she was very polite. We were outside so it's possible they were completely overwhelmed inside. Overall I had an enjoyable evening. But had I not eaten before coming it would have been a disaster.
(2)Fran D.
This place came through when we need them. Our mom passed away and the original place that we wanted to the lunched need 48 hours to accommodate us. We called and they could not be more helpful and advise that the 15-20 people could use the regular menu for the meal. The 2 waitress were on mark for everything and good was good. I would recommend that they add "Old Bay" to the condiments on the table as the chef is not using them as they could be used.
(4)C B.
This is the kind of restaurant I remember going to as a kid. A place where it took some time to order and be served your food---and while you waited, you and your family and friends took the time to talk and unwind. Things just don't seem like they used to anymore. The food here is ok. This is the place to go if you want to go old school and chill with your peeps while getting some grub. Ahhhh, nostalgia!
(3)Therese N.
My husband and I go here often on the weekends. Staff is very friendly. We usually sit in the bar area. Food is always good!
(4)Jeff W.
Wow, I can't believe I'm just now getting to my review which is from Thanksgiving of 2009. Anyway, my family came here for Thanksgiving dinner last year and it was extremely disappointing. Service was friendly but it was dreadfully slow, the room was obnoxiously loud and crowded, and the tables were packed so close together that there was no atmosphere. For a place that tries to come across as almost fine dining, nothing but the prices lived up to that. The Thanksgiving menu consisted of a choice of several main entrees, several sides, and several desserts. It really didn't matter what any of us picked because it was all slightly above cafeteria quality. For an attempt at a nice family dinner, this was a complete failure. It really felt like they were just trying to cut corners by packing everyone in and selling mass produced crap food at a premium since it was a holiday. Maybe coming here for a regular meal is better but I really have little interest in returning to find out.
(2)M K.
After being waited on by a slightly absent-minded waitress, we had a good tasting meal. We were using a gift card for payment. A manager came to tell us they could not verify our gift card. Did we have the gift card receipt? Ah no, it was a gift. After much discussion, the manager would not accept the card. As we were paying for our meal, explaining we had not been to his restaurant for a long while (after a bad experience) and we certainly would never come back now, he wanted to honor the card. Stick your card, buddy. Nevermore!
(1)B B.
Service: Sarah was very nice and made a good recommendation about the french onion soup. Atmosphere: On a sunday night, there was a small crowd to watch the football game. They were annoying. The dining room was all but empty - and too dim for my preferences. There also were some creepers sitting at the high tops who kept staring.. So that kinda ruined the experience for me. Food: Honestly, kinda sucked. The fries were good- get them if you get a sandwich. The chicken salad was not so good. The french onion soup was excellent - as were the rolls, but that was about it. Salad was fresh, but the dressing was watery (weird, since it was caesar..) Apparently I should have tried the scallops - If I go back I will. For a place that prominently features a sports bar, they had almost nothing on tap. Seemed stupid to me. Really, they had Michelob, Yuengling, and Sam Adams Lager on tap, and that was it. I expect more from a place with a bar that big. Disappointing.
(2)Jay S.
I can't comment on the sit down service because I've only been to the bar but I love the cream of crab soup. The bar, however, is typically busy with older, middle age regulars who I assume live nearby. The place has a very Sinatra era feel.
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