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The Charles, La Plata, MD

The Charles

4.4
4.4
1098 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Welcome to The Charles!

The Charles is an iconic restaurant space in the heart of historic La Plata, Maryland.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (301) 392-5116
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Welcome to The Charles, an iconic restaurant space in the heart of historic La Plata, Maryland.
  • Neighborhood
    La Plata
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Whistle Pig Rye Whisky Tasting Experience

    $50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 13, 2024 only
    6:30 PM
    Whistle Pig RYE Whisky Tasting Experience with Plated Food Pairings You're in for a Treat! Join us for a guided tasting of Whistle Pig selections. Each tasting will be paired with a crafted plated selection from our kitchen. Whistle Pig Whiskey is a premier independent craft whiskey that pushes boundaries to create the boldest and best rye whiskeys globally. Dec 13th 6:30-8:30 p.m. $100 per person. ($50 Deposit for the reservation. The remaining $50 will be paid at the Tasting Event)

What 1,098 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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Charles delights with "phenomenal" food and "excellent service." Guests rave about standout dishes like the crab cakes, duck entrée, and hanger steak. The atmosphere is described as "cute and stylish," with live jazz adding charm. While some experiences vary, the overall praise highlights The Charles as a "hidden gem" worth visiting.

1,098 Reviews
  1. Brandon

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was just ok for brunch. I was a little disappointed in the cream of crab soup. The shrimp and grits was just ok. But based on previous visits where i thoroughly enjoyed the food, I’m not going to hold this one against them. Service is outstanding, can’t beat the environment. Previous visits for me had the food at 5 stars. Will of course try them at brunch again sometime

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  2. Judi

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I attended a Wine Pairing Dinner. I loved the intimate setting. The wine selections were top tier. The food preparation & presentation was appetizing to the tongue & eye. The sommelier was knowledgeable and gave interesting back-stories to each wine. I appreciated the presence and participation of the restaurant owners. It was a great experience.

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  3. Alisha

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    Came here for my birthday for my husband and was highly disappointed. My brussel sprouts were drenched in sauce even though I asked for light sauce. The crab cakes tasted like pickles and something else we cant even describe. The short rib were good and my first alcoholic beverage was good but my second drink we so bad I am sick and couldn’t even enjoy my evening. The upholstery seats needs to be cleaned and there’s gnats flying around everywhere. Folks at the bar seemed to be enjoying themselves so that’s where I will be I guess, if I even return. I had high hopes since theres not many options in the area…

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  4. Serita

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I visited this place for the first time, and it’s truly a hidden gem. The food was outstanding, the drinks were fantastic, and the ambiance was exceptional. I’ll definitely be coming back!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food but even with a reservation nobody even greeted us or said “we’ll be right with you” or anything for the first half hour. Must have been an off night for the staff.

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  6. Angel

    Washington DC

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What The Charles created for us last evening was an experience. From the time we walked it we were made to feel exclusive. The gorgeous young lady at the host stand who checked us in really treated us like VIPs. Drew, the server, provided top notch service and attention. Management checked on us. One of the bar tenders checked on us. The other bar tender made spectacular craft cocktails and they also checked on us. The meal was devine. I highly recommend the Brussel spouts appetizer. I had the duck entre, which was so tasty I just wanted to keep ordering it. My hubs had the single crabcake meal and he really enjoyed it. The crowed was mature and interactive, the live music was stellar, the ambiance was perfect for celebrating a special occasion. I have nothing but good notes for The Charles

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  7. Charles

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, a little pricey, a good special date or occasion night

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  8. Gail

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place for our ladies lunch before seeing a play

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  9. Karen

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Charles is a great spot! They offer good food and a variety of drinks with excellent service in a cute and stylish restaurant!

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  10. David

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Although it didn't appear busy, after being seated, it took way too long for the waiter to greet our party and serve water/take drink orders.

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FAQs

The Charles is rated 4.4 stars by 1098 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Charles

417 Charles St, La Plata, MD 20646

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    La Plata
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Cocktail Bar, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (301) 392-5116
  • Private party facilities
    Welcome to The Charles, an iconic restaurant space in the heart of historic La Plata, Maryland.
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