Savage Mill

Found this gem on our way to Baltimore after a weekend in VA. A historic old mill, the shops and restaurants are fantastic! There’s antiques, art supplies, local artists’ work for sale (in price ranges for everyone), games and puzzles, and more. There’s also a hair salon, restaurant, and bakery onsite. The Queen’s Ink– a specialty paper arts supply store– was my original draw, and it’s beautiful. Go just to check it out!

I hadn’t been to Savage Mill in years and was pleasantly surprised to see what a good place it has become to spend and afternoon. I went primarily for the Antique Center and was impressed with how many beautiful things were in there — at least to look at! There are really impressive collections of silver and glass and many booths and cases, some with some very cool mid-​century modern pieces. I went on a Sunday when Rams Head Tavern has live music and was able to quickly sign up and buy some things at Caplan’s Auction house, which has live auctions every Sunday at 4:30. I also liked walking on the old bridge over the river. It really made for a nice fall afternoon.

I been here a dozen times and love the people and the atmosphere, but recently the food has gone down hill. I ordered the fish and chips, fish was not crisp, watered down and limp something you would get from a fast food place. The hamburgers in my opion was the best menu item at this place but recently they are very dry. They still have there smokey flavor but its like eating a piece of beef jerky between a bun. I’m still a fan of this place, in the future I will make sure I will eat before coming here and having a few drinks with friends!

I stumbled across this little shopping mall while looking for a vintage store for Halloween inspiration. I got a little lost (in a good way) wandering through the halls, from building to building and peaking in every store to see what gems may be hidden. I do have to say i have never understood why people like to go «antiquing» until i stepped into an antique shop in this mall. It was filled of all of these things I never knew i wanted or even existed. looking for a traditional authentic kimono? You can find one here. Need a 1940s telephone for décor? You can find one here! There are so many awesome things! I walked past a bridal consignment shop that was wall to wall with bridal gowns, and bridesmaid dresses. I even stopped for a bit to admire a young lady trying on the dress for her special day, she looked beautiful! I even noticed they had a game area where you can take your children to play board games and other things!
aside from the «shopping» type shops there are also professional services (makeup, photography, insurance, etc.) and food! I didn’t get a chance this time to try Rams Head but I stopped in Bonaparte Breads for a snack and a coffee and was not disappointed! I’ll review them on their own but the pastry I had was delicious!

Ate outside on the patio for dinner last night with a group of coworkers. The patio environment was fantastic, great beer selection, and the food was on point.

I have never been to this side of Howard. I’m usually always in Columbia. Finding Savage Mill was delight. The shopping stores are small or boutique, but they sell different, interesting personal things that no one can find from a regular department stores. But of course, we went shopping, found, and bought special things.

The very first time I visited this place was when I came to Jessup, MD for my interview and I immediately fell in love with this and place and surrounding savage trail and lovely houses. Now, I live very close to this place. Its a historic place essentially a mill turned into the shopping complex with local small businesses like antique store, couple restaurants. I Love wondering in and around the complex. The corridors remind me of old architect especially with long corridors and stairs running up and down. The owners of most of the store are very friendly. You can totally spend a day here doing window shopping followed by happy hour at Ram’s head tavern followed by evening walk at the savage mill trail which runs alongside the river.

Rams Head brunch is awesome. The chicken and waffle sandwich was delicious. Atmosphere is always cute and casual. Crab dip and crabby tots are always a hit.

I had never heard of or been in Savage Mill until I found myself standing in it! I came for a Unilocal Event at Terrapin Adventures but was able to wander around the mall afterwards.
I loved walking into the mall from the parking lot. With the multiple levels and open center it felt almost like walking into a train station. It felt very rustic and homey and I immediately wanted to stop in each and every store.
I didn’t have time to shop so I peeked into the storefronts as I walked by but I can’t wait to go back sometime and look through the unique shops.

Hidden gem. I’m so bummed we just discovered the awesomeness of Savage Mill so recently. It’s really fantastic
There are approx 3 or 4 food options. Tons of walking, shopping, perusing options. You could easily spend the day here with ur big or small family. Old and young.
I loved the artist section and supporting all the photographers.
It’s very low cost cause parking is free and all the stores encourage window shopping and chatting.
Dude, we’re gonna come back here every other week. It’s super pretty with the greenery, historic hallways and antique stores.
My little 3 yr old ran around and had too much fun. The antique store owners were worried though. Sorry guys. But they never said a thing. Thank you Unilocal.I only found it cause of the reviews.

Kinda groovy place, but a ghost town feel. Artcraft is a great shop. I’d like to give it 4 stars, but I can’t perhaps it’s a 3.5 star.

Fordham and Troegs beers on tap. Plethora of others.
Yummy food, something for everyone.
Darts and pool downstairs. Live bands on Saturdays.
Service is friendly, helpful and patient.
Awesome Jazz Brunch Sundays. Unlimited wings I think.
Bring your shades and day drink in the sun :)
Beautiful patios and scenery. They even give your dog treats.
Great for groups.
Would give it a 5 but one of their taps tasted a little dirty last night. (Cherry Blossom beer)
I’ll be back for Ladies Night and to try their Late Night Specials too. 7-​Close
Bottom Line: If you’re thinking about coming here. COME. You won’t be disappointed.

Savage Mill is not only a great place to visit to shop and eat, but it has an interesting history. If you’re planning a visit it might be fun to read about its past, including manufacturing materials for the Civil War and later for silent movie screens.
The Mill is set outside of the town of Savage which consists of many old homes, most originally built to house the mill workers. They range from lovely homes for the owners and management, to more modest places for the less skilled workers. There is a wooded area behind the Mill with a creek running through it. Also for the more adventurous there is «Terrapin Adventures» nearby offering climbing ropes, zip lines, etc. over 12 different «routes».
The Mill itself is large and meanders around corners and up and down stairs. (There are elevators available so it is relatively accessible for those unable to navigate the steps). The shops are unique and many are locally owned businesses, with the owner there available to answer questions and offer advice. You might wander into a ceramic shop to find a pooch greeting you, only to learn that it belongs to the owner of the pet store, who has taken a break and left her dog in the potter’s temporary care. There is a huge used book store upstairs, a fairly extensive craft/​gift store downstairs, and a variety of other shops. It’s a great place to look for a unique gift for that «hard to buy for friend or relative». There are also some antique stores in the main building and in the annexes.
Ram’s Head Tavern is a full service restaurant, with a pub style restaurant downstairs and a more formal dining room upstairs. There’s also a café where you pick up your food and seat yourself in a bright, airy room. Last time I was there (granted a few years ago) there was a knitting club sitting to the side working on their projects. I also noticed on the calendar there is a weekly beading group.
And If you pay attention in some areas of the Mill you will still see staples embedded in the wood floor from it’s active era.

Very cute all around, with a variety of stores! Ramshead is great, and all the antique shops! Really like all the trails around the Mill too!

I visited Savage Mill several times in the past but it’s been awhile since. It was fun to visit the antique stores and other eclectic stores (handicraft, pet shop, bookshop). There were also places to eat especially Bonaparte Bakery, Ramshead, a country restaurant etc. I thought it was a relaxing to explore the place check out things here and there, and enjoy the company!

So many shops to look at and things to see. This is easily a day trip just walking around this place. Some of the shops are a bit antiquated as far as the goods they sell, but it’s still fun. The antiques are the best part. You can get lost in there for hours!

This place is incredibly wheelchair accessible with multiple handicap parking spots, ramps and wide doors/​aisles for ease of shopping! Rams Head Tavern has great food and its just an overall good experience each visit! Thank you!

The old textile mill is still very evident in the mall that is housed in these old buildings. The architechture is very cool and so are the little shops that inhabit the old building.
There are a few places to eat. There are a couple of cool little boutiques; the best family game store on the planet is here. Terrapin adventures is really cool and kids (even the big 40+ year old kids) love climbing. In fact if you can’t find something that is up your alley adn is fun here check your pulse.

another amazing place to visit is the antique center at savage mill in maryland. i am particularly interested in vintage toys like battery operated toys, tin toy, s wind up toys from the 30s, 40s and 50s. they carry a wide range of items and the people that work there are extremely nice and helpful. definitely a must see.

I second Suzanne’s compliments for the Savage Mill. The Mill was a peaceful and interesting place to visit on a Sunday while driving from Baltimore to DC. It has been pleasantly remade into an assortment of shops, restaurants, and artisan displays.
Typically, such places are turned into little more than tourist traps, but the creative design and presence of crafts and craft-​makers ensure that the Mill is more than just a consumer haven. There is something for just about everyone here.
I also give high marks for the restaurant in the back of Mill. The food was excellent, the service friendly and attentive, and there was live music for Sunday brunch. While the music was pleasant, the intrusive and overbearing (at times) noise of air conditioning units underneath the porch made conversation and music appreciation a challenge. There’s a view of a meandering creek from the porch, but we could not hear it above the a/​c. How could this have been overlooked in the design of the restaurant?
Once this issue is addressed, I would say the Mill probably deserves 5-​stars for the assortment of shops, quaintness of the structure, quality of the food, and peacefulness of its location.