Wine Enthusiast magazine has distinguished Burnt Hill Farm in Clarksburg as one of the finest winery restaurants globally. This prestigious recognition places it among an exclusive group of only 57 winery restaurants in the world, with just 13 located in the United States.
Situated on Montgomery County’s Tastemakers Trail, Burnt Hill Farm has rapidly established itself as a premier destination where guests can enjoy expertly crafted wines paired with a chef-driven dining experience that embraces regenerative agriculture practices. This accolade not only underscores the winery’s outstanding food, wine, and service but also reflects Montgomery County’s ascending status as a vibrant culinary hub within the Mid-Atlantic region.
Positioned on 117 acres within Maryland’s scenic Piedmont Plateau and just 30 miles northwest of Washington, D.C., Burnt Hill Farm offers an experience that transcends a typical winery visit. From its vineyards and gardens to the kitchen and cellar, every element of the farm is intricately linked to the land, providing an opportunity for visitors to unwind, appreciate the changing seasons, and grasp the narratives behind every glass and every dish.
Central to this unique experience is the Chef’s Counter, an intimate setting accommodating just 12 patrons in the heart of the farm’s working kitchen. Here, diners are invited into the creative process as each multi-course meal showcases the seasonal ebb and flow, the surrounding natural beauty, and the culinary vision of Chef-Partner Tae Strain.
“Dining at the Chef’s Counter is designed to embody Burnt Hill Farm—tied to the vineyard, cellar, kitchen, animals, garden, and the seasons, all brought together by the efforts of dedicated people. It should evoke a sense of generosity, thoughtfulness, deliciousness, and joy,” Strain notes.
The menu features a blend of Asian American influences, utilizing ingredients that are grown, raised, and sourced from various farms throughout rural Montgomery County. The synthesis of sophisticated culinary techniques, locally inspired tastes, and Burnt Hill’s artisanal wines culminates in a dining experience that is both refined and deeply rooted in its locale.
This award also highlights the importance of Montgomery County’s Agricultural Reserve, a protected area that encompasses over 93,000 acres designed to preserve the farming traditions of the region while nurturing a new wave of food and beverage offerings.
For visitors in search of outstanding food and wine, Burnt Hill Farm exemplifies that some of the finest winery restaurants are not confined to famous wine-growing regions. They can be found right here in Montgomery County, where the land, the local community, and the passion behind each meal converge to create a truly memorable experience.
