Restaurant Review: Frisco Grille & Cantina in Columbia, Maryland

Living in the Baltimore suburbs, my roommates and I have hundreds, if not thousands of places to choose from when it comes to dining out. But one of our favorite suburban hangouts is Frisco Grille & Cantina (commonly referred to as "Frisco Burrito") located in Columbia, Maryland. Just minutes from both I-95 and the popular Mall in Columbia, Frisco Grille has great food and a convenient location.

Frisco Grille offers freshly prepared, southwestern-style cuisine at great prices. When you dine at Frisco, they'll start you off with a basket of fresh tortilla chips and their 'homemade salsa.' The salsa is zesty and flavorful, and they also have two kinds of queso dip available if you prefer. That's just the beginning.

Many people dine at Frisco Grille because of the outstanding liquor and beer selection. Frisco offers 19 beers on tap, and my beer-connoisseur brother says that Frisco offers one of the best micro-brewed beer selections in the Baltimore area. If you prefer a mixed drink, Frisco makes a world-class margarita and offers you a choice of 19 premium tequilas. In addition to table service, Frisco also has a full-service bar, making it a great place to stop to get a drink after work or during a sports game.

As for your main course, Frisco offers all the traditional Mexican favorites, like tacos, burritos, quesadillas, etc. The burritos are massive and I've never been able to finish a whole one in a single sitting. In addition to chicken and steak, Frisco will happily substitute beans or tofu in any of their selections, pleasing meat-eaters and vegetarians alike. If you're not in the mood for Mexican, Frisco also offers burgers and full-sized entrees, with something for even the pickiest eaters.

The only downside to Frisco Grille is the service, or lack thereof, sometimes. Frisco Grille is a small restaurant, and I imagine their business varies widely from one day to the next. Sometimes when we go to Frisco, there is only one waitress responsible for 8-10 tables. The staff tries their hardest, but sometimes there are just not enough people and you end up having to wait a while for things like your next beer or the check.