OK. How many times have you gone to a restaurant with your vegetarian husband and asked what veggie options they have on the menu, only to find out it's either going to be fettucine alfredo or pasta primavera? Granted, my husband has had some good primaveras and alfredos...but enough, already. That's not the case at The Orchard. What a pleasant surprise to find that the vegetables are the stars at this restaurant! The Orchard's meat options are delish, but this restaurant is the place you've been looking for to take your die hard carnivore friends and show them that a meal can be meatless and satisfying. The veggie salad is my all time fave. The appetizers are fresh and fun. The stir fries are light, tasty and satifying. The soups, yum. A great place to stop for tea (or coffee) and dessert. The lemon squares are decadent. This is a comfortable place, with a great atmosphere, in the heart of downtown. Seats by the window are great for people (and dog) watching. We always leave The Orchard feeling like we've eaten healthfully. We're filled but not uncomfortably stuffed. The prices are very reasonable. I think this place might be my favorite place to eat right now. Can't wait to go back!

A great restaurant to eat at when visiting Downtown Frederick! It has a comfortable atmosphere with friendly service, and delicious food. We can't wait to go back soon!

I recently had lunch at The Orchard with a friend. It has a nice atmosphere and is in a good location, but I was disappointed in the food. I ordered the grilled portabella pesto sandwich. The menu said that it came with "creamy garlic". Since I am not suppose to have garlic, I asked for the sandwich without it. Unfortunately, the sandwich had garlic on it in some manner whether it was the sauce or a marinade , I don't know, but it was loaded with it. I should have sent it back, but we waited a long time for our food so I just ate it. Also, the bread was falling apart, and I had to eat it with a fork. The sandwich didn't come with anything but a very few "micro greens" At $9.50 for the sandwich, I expected better, but maybe I just hit an off day.

The Orchard is a local gem. There's consistently a gentle, hippie vibe to the staff. If you prefer veggie choices or have a mixed crowd you can't go wrong here. The salads are fresh and generous. The homemade soups make you want to check the kitchen for granny. A personal favorite are the tempura appetizers - mushrooms or veggies and shrimp. The Japanese stir-fry with tofu or shrimp will leave you satisfied. The décor is homey with nice quilts on the walls. Ask for a seat next to the window for some of the best people-watching in town. This a perennial favorite. The prices are good for most budgets. Try it!