Reckless Shepherd Brewing Co. 8895 McGaw Road, Columbia, MD 21045

"Looking for live music in Howard County? You really only have two choices and Reckless Shepherd is rapidly rising to the top of the list of music destinations, from DC to Baltimore! Anyone who's been around Howard County for a while, knows decades ago there were really only two places to go for live music. Those places, while still around, no longer do live music. Fast forward to the past decade or so, there's been one place that provided live music on a consistent basis (yes, others offer live music, just not consistently.) Today we are back to really only two places. Reckless (Frisco) started off as a brewery with a very large open space and a fairly nice stage setup. As with most places trying to break into live music, they had a bumpy start. Today though, OH MY! This place in less than 6-months has gone from a brewery with a stage, to a music destination with some fine beer and spirits. I'm not sure if the owner(s) brought Kaitlyn in specifically to fix it or if she just realized it needed improvement and ran with it; either way, WOW. We'll come back to the music in a min. If music isn't your reason for being there, on the brewery side, they have some of the best Pub food around, I highly recommend their chicken tenders or the chicken sandwich. If you need or want something a bit more "formal" walk through the long corridor to the Frisco side where they have a full menu and some of the best Whiskey selection around. You really can't go wrong with either side. OK, back to the music. If you are there for the music, you will not be disappointed! They have the sound dialed in, plenty of dance floor space, a tremendous light show and they take it the extra mile by putting on a video display behind the band AND they broadcast the show on a giant sidewall so if you happen to not be able to see the stage, you can still see the show. Regardless of your reason for going or wanting to go, put Reckless Shepherd / Frisco on your list! Whether you want something to eat, something to drink or music, looking for a place to chill out for bit or a large area for a group of friends for a happy hour, make Reckless Shepherd YOUR destination."

"First visit !!! Great atmosphere. The staff were attentive and responsive. The crab cake sandwich was delicious as was the margherita pizza, and my wife loved the salmon !!! A very nice variety of beers to choose from !!!"

"Was not expecting such a great, new live music venue in Columbia. It completely exceeded my expectations. Great room for live music, awesome food, brewery and staff. The management and staff know how to treat a band. Our fans ans patrons were equally impressed. A1++++"

"Phenomenal place- the gem of Howard County. I highly recommend it. Live edge tables, delicious food, quick cordial service. Excellent drinks. Worth the visit. We listened to a great band [ Wharf Rats]. There a restaurant side and a brewery/band side. There's even a live edge wood wash basin in the bathroom. They seem to do ever right."