Living in Elkridge, MD: Local Favorites
Elkridge is an unincorporated community in Howard County, Maryland (ZIP 21075), along the Patapsco River between Columbia and Baltimore. If you're new here or thinking about a move, these are the local spots people rate highest, from brunch and pizza night to parks, a historic manor and a farm stand.
Every pick below has a 4.5+ Google rating with 100+ reviews, or a recent feature we could source. We checked them in late October 2026. Hours change, so call ahead.
A little history first
Elkridge is home to the Thomas Viaduct. It opened in 1835 as the first multiple-arch stone railroad viaduct in the U.S., and trains still cross it today. It's worth seeing in person.
Coffee and breakfast
Another Broken Egg Cafe (brunch) · 7700 Hearthside Way · 443-733-3752 · 4.7 with 4,300+ reviews. Map
cafe ez 2 at Elkridge (café and sandwiches) · 6060 Marshalee Dr · 410-304-3355 · 4.6 with 300+ reviews. Map
Takeout and a night out
Daniels Restaurant · 5854 Washington Blvd · 410-796-4678. Family-run since 1975 and featured in The Business Monthly in 2025. 4.6 with 1,200+ reviews. Map
Pazani (Italian) · 6060 Marshalee Dr · 410-540-5777 · 4.5 with 700+ reviews. Map
Flip Pizza & Grill · 6790 Business Pkwy · 410-579-1005 · 4.6 with 300+ reviews. An easy call on moving night. Map
For a celebration: The Elkridge Furnace Inn
The Elkridge Furnace Inn · 5745 Furnace Ave · 410-379-9336. A DiRoNA Distinguished Restaurant in 2024 and 2025, and named the Baltimore Banner's best farm-to-table in 2023. 4.6 with 1,300+ reviews. Map
Get outside
Rockburn Branch Park · 6105 Rockburn Branch Park Rd. Trails, a playground and disc golf. 4.6 with 1,100+ reviews. Map
Belmont Manor & Historic Park · 6555 Belmont Woods Rd · 410-313-0200. A historic park and manor. 4.8 with 250+ reviews. Map
Troy Park · 6500 Mansion Ln. Playground with play areas by age. 4.7 with 490+ reviews. Map
Around town
Frank's Produce & Greenhouse · 6686 Old Waterloo Rd · 410-799-4566. A family farm stand since 1975, featured in The Business Monthly in August 2026. 4.8 with 440+ reviews. Map
Elkridge Branch Library · 6540 Washington Blvd · 410-313-5077 · 4.8 with 300+ reviews. Map
Kupcakes & Co. · 6010 Meadowridge Center Dr · 443-552-3033. Featured in The Business Monthly in March 2026. 4.7 with 650+ reviews. Map
Hyper Kidz (indoor play, a short drive in Columbia) · 9309 Snowden River Pkwy · 410-844-6841. On Mommy Poppins' best indoor play spaces list in 2026. 4.7 with 7,900+ reviews. Map
Everyday errands
Trader Joe's · 6610 Marie Curie Dr · 410-953-8139 · 4.6 with 2,900+ reviews. Map
Westlake Ace Hardware (Columbia) · 8895 McGaw Rd · 410-465-0500 · 4.9 with 200+ reviews. Map
FirstCall Medical Center (urgent care, Columbia) · 6250 Old Dobbin Ln · 410-694-7999 · 4.7 with 390+ reviews. Map
VEG ER for Pets (24-hour emergency vet) · 6630A Marie Curie Dr · 410-690-7170 · 4.6 with 700+ reviews. Map
Good to know
Trash and recycling day: howardcountymd.gov, "Check Your Collection Day"
Electric and gas: BGE, bge.com
Water and sewer billing: Howard County, 410-313-2058
FAQ
Where is Elkridge, MD?
Elkridge is in Howard County, Maryland, ZIP 21075, along the Patapsco River between Columbia and Baltimore.
What is Elkridge known for?
The Thomas Viaduct (1835), the first multiple-arch stone railroad viaduct in the U.S., and historic spots like The Elkridge Furnace Inn and Belmont Manor.
Where can I go for brunch in Elkridge?
Another Broken Egg Cafe on Hearthside Way is the highest-rated brunch spot in 21075 (4.7 with 4,300+ reviews).
What parks are in Elkridge?
Rockburn Branch Park (trails, playground, disc golf), Belmont Manor & Historic Park and Troy Park.
Who handles trash pickup in Elkridge?
Howard County. Look up your day at howardcountymd.gov under "Check Your Collection Day."
Thinking about a move in Maryland?
Whether you're buying or selling, we're happy to talk it through, in English or Spanish. Call or text (240) 778-8260 or email steven@thesaucedoteam.com.
The Saucedo Team · Keller Williams Flagship of Maryland · 231 Najoles Road, Suite 100, Millersville, MD 21108 · (410) 729-7700
Photo credits: The Elkridge Furnace Inn by Scott Saghirian (CC BY 2.0); Rockburn Branch Park and Belmont Manor by Scott218 (CC BY-SA 4.0); Thomas Viaduct by Edmund Barrett, HAER (public domain). All via Wikimedia Commons. Photos cropped. Ratings from Google, checked October 2026.
