The Main Cup

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The Main Cup All American restaurant located in Downtown Historic Middletown, MD. Welcome to The Main Cup. The Main Cup is located in Historic Downtown Middletown, Maryland.
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Its name is derived from the building's history which began over 100 years ago when C.F. Main began making and selling ice cream here. Main's Ice Cream and Butcher Shop became a Maryland institution as the business grew regionally. Presidents and state officials were known to stop at Main's on their way to Shangri-La, now known as Camp David. Ice cream was last churned here in 1969 and the Main family subsequently sold the factory. The Main Cup is proud to be the new owner of this historic landmark once again serving the community and establishing itself as Middle town’s gathering place. With our humble beginning as a coffeehouse in the spring of 2007, in only a year we have become a full service restaurant offering patrons some of the best made-to-order casual gourmet fare in Frederick County. Tantalizing salads, homemade soups, crab cakes and evening plated fare can all be complimented with cocktails from our full bar. You'll be sure to enjoy this dining experience! Visit our newly expanded bar & dining area which was completed & opened in early 2013! The Main Cup offers free wireless internet in three separate seating areas and on our patio. Come and experience our great coffee, delicious food and glorious history.

Today’s lunch special: Steak Tacos-ribeye, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, honey chipotle aioli
10/15/2026

Today’s lunch special: Steak Tacos-ribeye, mozzarella cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, honey chipotle aioli

Today’s all day special: Sweet Chili Salmon with pineapple pico, truffle Parmesan fingerling potatoes, broccoli, and rai...
10/14/2026

Today’s all day special: Sweet Chili Salmon with pineapple pico, truffle Parmesan fingerling potatoes, broccoli, and rainbow carrots

Tonight’s special: Orange & Anise Glazed Salmon over cauliflower mash, green beans, Brussel sprouts, toasted brown butte...
10/13/2026

Tonight’s special: Orange & Anise Glazed Salmon over cauliflower mash, green beans, Brussel sprouts, toasted brown butter quonia

Today’s Specials: skillet b**r braised brats with mashed potatoes and pretzel bread and Ruben hush puppies!
10/12/2026

Today’s Specials: skillet b**r braised brats with mashed potatoes and pretzel bread and Ruben hush puppies!

Opening at 1 o’clock… Come on by!
10/11/2026

Opening at 1 o’clock… Come on by!

Tonight’s special: pumpkin, ravioli, lobster, sage, cream sauce and spinach
10/10/2026

Tonight’s special: pumpkin, ravioli, lobster, sage, cream sauce and spinach

All day special chicken piccata! Pan-seared chicken breast, mashed potatoes, green beans, lemon caper cream sauce       ...
10/08/2026

All day special chicken piccata! Pan-seared chicken breast, mashed potatoes, green beans, lemon caper cream sauce ☀️

Tonight’s Special: Flat Iron Imperial…8oz flat iron, MD crab meat, imperial sauce, fingerling potatoes, green beans     ...
10/07/2026

Tonight’s Special: Flat Iron Imperial…8oz flat iron, MD crab meat, imperial sauce, fingerling potatoes, green beans

Lunch Special today: Cajun Salmon Grilled Cheese! Blacken salmon, Texas bread, creamy spinach spread, provolone cheese, ...
10/05/2026

Lunch Special today: Cajun Salmon Grilled Cheese! Blacken salmon, Texas bread, creamy spinach spread, provolone cheese, garlic Parmesan fries

We are hiring! Stop by and fill out an application!
10/04/2026

We are hiring! Stop by and fill out an application!

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14 W Main Street
Middletown, MD
21769

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