Bassett’s Fine Food and Spirits
Bassett’s has been serving the town of Poolesville with country hospitality and friendly faces since 1993. They serve pizzas, burgers, tacos, seafood, all-you-can-eat brunch on Sundays, and happy hour during […]
Mexican Grill
Mexican Grill offers a casual friendly dining atmosphere at a traditional Mexican restaurant. At mile marker 30.9, take Edwards Ferry Rd. for 2.6 miles, turn right on Westerly Rd. In […]
Watershed Café
Poolesville is located in Montgomery County’s Agricultural Reserve. The Watershed Café is the Agricultural Reserve’s only farm-to-table restaurant. They serve breakfast and lunch from scratch in a family-friendly atmosphere. They […]
Cuginis Restaurant & Bar
Cuginis offers American food, pizza, brunch, and 70 craft beers to choose from. At mile marker 30.9, take Edwards Ferry Rd. for 2.6 miles, turn right on Westerly Rd. In […]
House of Poolesville
AHOP is a Chinese & Japanese restaurant that serves sushi, Thai food, and other Asian specialties. They also serve crab legs, steamed shrimp, burgers, and have a full bar. At […]
Kristopher’s Pizza
Kristopher’s Pizza has been serving fresh and authentic New York-style pizza since 2007. Their menu also has pasta, burgers, calzones, wings, and sandwiches. At mile marker 30.9, take Edwards Ferry […]
Coffee Mill
The coffee mill is a shop located in lower town Harpers Ferry serving coffee and a quick bite to eat. At mile marker 60.7, cross the bridge to Harpers Ferry. […]
Cannonball Deli
Cannonball Deli is a café offering reasonably priced sandwiches, salads, bowls, and ice cream. At mile marker 60.7, cross the bridge to Harpers Ferry. There are bike racks on either […]
Aroma House
Aroma House has been serving the Point of Rocks community since 1999. They have pizza, pasta, sandwiches, subs, pitas, and more. At mile marker 48.4, leave the towpath and turn […]
Deli on the Rocks
Deli on the Rocks is a pizzeria that serves fresh subs, sandwiches, pizza, breakfast, and ice cream. They have outdoor seating. At mile marker 48.4, leave the towpath and turn […]
Rocky Point Creamery
Rocky Point Creamery is a family-owned dairy farm offering ice cream and other dairy products. They have a room for private events and a playground. During the summer, they have […]
Country Café & General Store
Serving the Harpers Ferry community for over 20 years, the County Café and General Store is a casual café serving breakfast and lunch at reasonable prices. Vegetarian options are available […]
Coach House Bar & Grill
Coach House Bar & Grill is an outdoor bar and restaurant that serves lunch and is dog-friendly. At mile marker 60.7 cross the bridge to Harpers Ferry. There are bike […]
Almost Heaven Pub and Grill
Almost Heaven Pub and Grill offers pub-style food, locally-crafted beer, and indoor and outdoor seating. They are newly renovated as of 2015. At mile marker 60.7, cross the bridge to […]
The Barn of Harpers Ferry
The Barn is a full bar and events venue in a spacious metal barn. At mile marker 60.7, walk your bike across the bridge to Harpers Ferry. Turn right on […]
The Rabbit Hole
The Rabbit Hole opened in 2019 and serve traditional American food for lunch and dinner. Their outdoor seating provides a great view of Harpers Ferry and the Potomac River. At […]
Buddy Lou’s Eats Drinks & Antiques
Buddy Lou’s is a restaurant with an antique store, outdoor seating, live music, and surrey rentals. They serve lunch, dinner, and drinks and have a variety of games and books […]
Potomac River Grill
Potomac River Grill is an American diner serving generous portions. At mile marker 124.5, leave the towpath and turn right on Berm Rd., and left on Williams St. Turn left […]
Blue Goose Fruit Market & Bakery
Blue Goose Fruit Market & Bakery serves 30 flavors of gourmet pies and fresh fruit. Their gift shop has a variety of clothes and accessories, custom floral designs, Amish fudge, […]
Jin Asian Cuisine
Jin Asian Cuisine is a Chinese, Thai, and Japanese restaurant. At the terminus of the C&O Canal turn right and take Canal Pl for .2 miles. Turn left on S […]
El Jinete
El Jinete is a Mexican restaurant with weekly karaoke nights. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, continue onto the Great Allegheny Passage. Continue for .8 miles and turn right […]
Charis Winery
Charis Winery is Allegany County’s first winery. They offer tastings, tours, and sales. Charis Winery is located in the Shops at Canal Place on the western side of the towpath.
Ristorante Ottaviani
Ristorante Ottaviani serves old word Italian cuisine in a casually elegant atmosphere. Gluten-free options are available. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, turn right and take Canal Pl and […]
Jimmy Joy’s Log Cabin Inn
Jimmy Joy’s Log Cabin Inn is a steakhouse bar & grill specializing in Maryland blue crab. Jimmy Joy’s is not accessible by bike.
Baltimore Street Grill
Baltimore Street Grill is an easy-going pub serving classic bar food, Cajun food, and draft brews. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, continue onto the Great Allegheny Passage. Turn […]
Uncle Jack’s Pizzeria & Pub
Uncle Jack’s serves pizza, burgers, sandwiches, wings, pasta, and 15 beers on tap. They have live music and entertainment on the weekends. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, turn […]
Chopsticks Chinese Restaurant
Chopsticks Chinese Restaurant has been serving the Cumberland area for over a decade. They serve reasonably priced fresh food. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, continue onto the Great […]
City Lights
City Lights is an Americans grill and bar with outdoor seating. They serve fresh seafood and homemade pies. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, continue onto the Great Allegheny […]
Crabby Pig
The Crabby Pig features blue hard shell crabs, fresh seafood, steaks, and BBQ. They serve lunch and dinner and have outdoor seating available. The Crabby Pig is located in the […]
Culinaire Café of ACM
Culinaire Café offers lunch entrées and desserts prepared by students in training for careers in the hospitality sector. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, continue onto the Great Allegheny […]
MEZZOS
Mezzos is an upscale bar that serves cocktails and American food in tapas style. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, turn right and follow Canal Place and then turn […]
JJs & Sons Pizzeria
A family-owned pizzeria since 1981, JJ’s & Sons serves pizza, subs, and wings for lunch and dinner. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, turn right and follow Canal Place. […]
Beans in the Belfry
Beans in the Belfry is a café located in a restored church. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner all day as well as fresh baked goods, coffees, and teas. Beans […]
King’s Pizza
King’s Pizza is a locally owned and operated New York-style pizzeria and Italian restaurant. At mile marker 55, take S. Maple St. for .1 miles and turn left on W. […]
Potomac Street Grill
Potomac Street Grill offers American, Tex-Mex, and authentic Middle Eastern food. The Frederick News Posts says “if you appreciate authentic food, a welcoming smile, and feelings of warmth, the drive […]
Smoketown Brewing Station

Smoketown Brewery Station is a brewery in a 1948 fire station with a family-friendly environment, pub fare, snacks, and the option to bring in outside food. Smoketown hosts trivia and […]
Boxcar Burgers
Boxcar Burgers is a former food truck now co-located with Towpath Creamery serving grass-fed Maryland beef burgers. At mile marker 55, take S. Maple St. for .1 miles, and Boxcar […]
Café Mark
Café Mark serves breakfast and lunch, coffee, smoothies, and baked goods. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, continue onto the Great Allegheny Passage. Turn right on Baltimore St., and […]
Curtis Famous Weiners
Curtis Famous Weiners has been serving old fashioned hotdogs and burgers to the community since 1918. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, continue onto the Great Allegheny Passage. Turn […]
All that to go & Bakery
All That To Go Bakery is a soul food bakery serving southern-inspired fast food including vegan options. At the terminus of the C&O Canal, continue onto the Great Allegheny Passage. […]