Featured Restaurants

Middleton Tavern (2 Market Space, Annapolis), in a historic building in the heart of downtown, is gearing up for the holiday with a menu featuring carving stations for turkey or ham and the town’s best sweet potato pie. Its regular menu is also available. Enjoy the wood-burning fireplace on the first floor near the bar where oyster shooters are a staple at $2.25 with a beer chaser or $4.25 with a shot of vodka.

Details: Reservations suggested. 410-263-3323. Valet parking.

Harry Browne’s (66 State Circle, Annapolis), pleasing diners for more than 30 years with owner Rusty Romo setting the bar high for food and wine, will serve a holiday dinner from noon to 5 pm. A three-course menu includes entrée choices of roast turkey, salmon, a special pork chop dish and a vegetarian option.

Details: $45 per person; children half-price. Reservations recommended. 410-263-4332. Valet parking.