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About Carolina Kitchen

Carolina Kitchen brings the comforting flavors of Southern home cooking to 15812 Crain Hwy in Brandywine, Maryland, pairing familiar favorites with a stylish, welcoming setting.

As a local chain outpost, the restaurant offers a dependable place to enjoy satisfying meals whether you are stopping in for a quick bite, meeting friends for brunch, or settling in for lunch or dinner. Guests can choose from comfort food, healthier options, coffee, alcohol, and small plates, with dessert available to complete the meal.

The casual, cozy, and quiet atmosphere also includes trendy touches, making Carolina Kitchen comfortable for solo dining, relaxed gatherings, and everyday meals.

Convenience is central to the Carolina Kitchen experience. Customers can dine in, order takeaway, request delivery, or use on-site services, while counter service and table service provide flexibility based on the occasion. The restaurant is known for brunch, lunch, dinner, catering, and welcoming seating, with reservations accepted for guests who prefer to plan ahead.

Fast service and a selection featuring local specialties make it an appealing choice when you want a flavorful Southern meal without unnecessary waiting. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted for a smooth checkout.

Carolina Kitchen is designed to be accessible and accommodating, featuring a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. With a rating of 3.80 out of 5 based on 1,665 customer reviews, it continues to serve diners looking for familiar food, convenient service, and a comfortable place to eat.

Whether you are picking up dinner, enjoying a quiet meal, planning a catered occasion, or dining with family and friends, Carolina Kitchen offers a practical and inviting stop along Crain Hwy. For more information or to make arrangements, call +1 301-782-7040.

★★★★☆ 3.80 rating (1665 reviews)
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A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

TRACEY MILLINGS

TRACEY MILLINGS

10 months ago

We stopped here on a suggestion from a business assoc. We ordered the fried whiting meal with greens & yams. My husband ordered the smothered pork chop with Mac & cheese and collard greens. Both meals came with a super delicious cornbread muffin. Both meals were delicious and reasonably priced. No wait and place was clean. Staff were friendly and helpful. You stand in line to order your food, which meant no long wait times for our food. Had enough to take home for another meal. Highly recommend this location!

Derek Hall

Derek Hall

year ago

I haven't eaten there and years since I changed my eating habits. I'll tell you what the food did not disappoint. It was just as good as I remember I will be back. Dhall of DC/DMV

Litzy A

Litzy A

10 months ago

Holy Moly words cannot describe how bad I wanted to tear this down when I got home. I felt like a caveman fiening for food, eating in the car with my hands. Only 18 dollars too, I felt my hope in humanity rise when I saw the lady add another scoop of cheese into that plate.

Lisa Michelle

Lisa Michelle

9 years ago

So, we tried Cheddar's and the service and toilets were disgusting. I asked my husband you wanna walk out and go to Carolina kitchen, such a good choice. We were greeted and server, Alexa, was great. She was nice and spoke to us like she actually wanted our business. Food is so fillng and delicious. Quick and hot! Sweet tea is flavorful. Pics say it all. Oh and cornbread omg, sweet and taste like cake. Thank you!

Johnny Thomas

Johnny Thomas

3 years ago

This restaurant has authentic soul food. The atmosphere is very welcoming and homely. If you are a first timer, they welcome you with a Carolina ballad. The dine in section is well kept and very clean. Overall, a pleasant experience and very filling. Definitely going back for more of this comfort food.

GetRite Bubba

GetRite Bubba

2 months ago

I like the area in bowie I think it was I like the nice set up and atmosphere but the one in Waldorf food taste better than the nice set up one near I think Bowie like I said nd it has more drink options than the one in Waldorf and they greet you like welcome to Carolina kitchen the one in Waldorf just quite come on guys and girls up the customer service we winning

Sean Clayton

Sean Clayton

year ago

In town from North Carolina for a Spartan Race and saw Carolina Kitchen and had to go in. This place is most definitely Carolina approved! Food was excellent and the people were super nice. They recommended the jerk chicken and the beef short ribs (I was hungry). Got some yams and collard greens for sides. Everything was a hit but the jerk chicken was my favorite. Don’t overlook this place!

Rohan Gabay

Rohan Gabay

9 years ago

Had dinner there last night. They were a little shorthanded but We decided to wait. We were not disappointed after waiting. Raven our server was AWESOME even though she was very busy. Our food was frick'n DELICIOUS and we didn't have to wait long for it to arrive. We remarked to each other that "this was the most fully satisfying meal we've had in a long while. We will be going back for sure.

A Jones

A Jones

5 months ago

Visiting family in town, decided to stop for some soul food prior to heading back out of town. Glad no one was behind me because I was undecided with all the choices. Then stepped in super server extraordinaire Maleah. She didn't try to rush me or stand there impatiently waiting for me to order, she took her time and explained to me what everything was and gave her input/recommendations. Truly one of the most polite and personable servers I've experienced in a long time. I feel she went above and beyond with making me feel comfortable. She recommended the meatloaf and collards... My compliments to the chef. Food was good just I'd come back just for the service. Thank you Maleah for making my experience here memorable.

Precious Jewlz

Precious Jewlz

year ago

Overall, the food taste and quality is consistent, hence the high rating. I want to rate the crab cake dinner specifically. My rating out of five stars is 1 star. I decided to try the crab cake dinner yesterday. Though a little pricey $49.00, you get two Maryland style lump crab cakes and two sides. Since Carolina Kitchen’s food is typically good, I thought this would be a win. The presentation of the meal was neat and looked inviting. The crab cakes have areas of lump crab meat but really mostly filler. They were fried and the crab cake tasted slightly like grease. The oil the crab cake was cooked in was not fresh oil. A suggestion would be to offer a broiled option for customers. The crab cake tasted like the recipe had “extra Old Bay” seasoning. The Old Bay seasoning was overpowering making the crab cake on the salty side. Overall, I was not pleased with my crab cake choice. However, since I paid $49.00 plus tax, I figured I better eat up! I will not make that meal choice again.

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

15812 Crain Hwy, Brandywine, MD 20613, United States

Reservations

+1 301-782-7040

Hours

Open Now · Sunday 11 AM-9 PM
Monday 11 AM-9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM-9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM-9 PM
Thursday 11 AM-9 PM
Friday 11 AM-10 PM
Saturday 11 AM-10 PM
Sunday 11 AM-9 PM
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