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Hours
Mon
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sat
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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4.5
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CUISINES
American, Bar, Pub
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
features
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CUISINES
American, Bar, Pub
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service
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4.5
173 reviews
Excellent
95
Very good
49
Average
22
Poor
4
Terrible
3
Kess C
1 contribution
Jan 2023 • family
My parents and I were passing through and stopped in Cumberland. Our hotel recommended a few places and the menu at City Lights American Grill appealed to us most. We shared the Entree Steak salad with bleu cheese, the Greek spinach salad with chicken and a perfectly cooked medium done cheeseburger. The portions were generous, the food was fresh, the steak was also cooked medium rare as per our request and the fries were the best that we have had in a long time! The owner was super attentive to our requests! The I would highly recommend!
Written 23 January 2023
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Debra S
Thank you for your kind words and your business. Hope to see you soon.
Written 25 January 2023
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josuesierra
Philadelphia163 contributions
Nov 2023 • couples
We got the grilled Salmon and the Chesapeake Chicken. It was one of the best salmons I’ve had—perfect seasoning. The veggies tasted good and mashed potatoes were seasoned the way I like. We shared the Crab cream soup — very creamy and full of crab. The food came out pretty quick for it being sit down fine dining.
We did not have reservations but got seated immediately. Waitress was friendly and attentive. I liked the decor — a big collection of art available for sale. The bench against the wall looked like a vintage restored traditional church pew.
The restaurant is an 8 minute walk from the Fairfield Inn (Marriott). Street and sidewalk in front of restaurant is under construction so the ladies might want to avoid fancy heals.
Written 11 November 2023
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LSNS2652
Smithfield197 contributions
Aug 2022 • none
My wife and I were staying overnight in Cumberland...a Tuesday night when several restaurants were closed.
We selected City Lights for dinner. The outside seating was full; we preferred to be inside and opted for the upstairs seating.
Our server was prompt, attentive, knowledgeable about the menu and very pleasant.
We both chose their special...halibut with vegetables and mashed potatoes. The food was excellent; the fish and vegetables were cooked just right, and the mashed potatoes were flavorful with nice texture.
I would recommend City Lights!
Written 24 August 2022
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SAVisitor
Mount Airy269 contributions
Apr 2024 • couples
Husband and I were both disappointed in our sandwiches here. My crab cake was soggy (possibly undercooked) and the buns on both his hamburger & my sandwich weren’t even toasted. Fries and onion rings only OK. We liked the atmosphere, my fresh side salad, and the local draft beer, but wish our experience had been better. Sorry to say, just average food.
Written 6 April 2024
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baamato
Washington DC27 contributions
Apr 2022 • none
We ate here after our trip on the Train and bicycle ride from Frostburg to Cumberland. The food was delicious, and the staff was really great. We were seated right away, and the Brussel Sprout appetizer was delicious. It’s a great place in Cumberland!
Written 1 May 2022
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Debra S
Thank you for your kind words and your business. Hope to see you soon.
Written 3 May 2022
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Aloisia
1 contribution
Nov 2021 • none
Traveling from Connecticut to Southern Ohio we stopped overnight in Cumberland, MD at a most fabulous Hampton Inn. We wanted to have a nice dinner and the front desk lady recommended City Lights. Off we went hoping for a good dinner. Well, we had no reservations, but it was no problem. We were seated at a lovely table, with full view of the very elegant bar. A couple was sitting next to us and could could see the food they were eating ... we were impressed. We ordered from the very interesting menu ... order taken by a lovely young woman who also got our drinks. Everything we ordered from appetizer to main courses to dessert was perfect. We were given very courteous attention, unobtrusive but always there when we needed her. The couple next to us looked at our plates and said "you'll really enjoy this" and a conversation began. They are there two to three times a week for dinner and have gone there for more than 2 years. We loved the atmosphere, the service and especially the food. Wish we lived closer! Definitely will stop there again on our next trip. Highly recommend!
Written 21 November 2021
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jr0907
Hollywood76 contributions
Oct 2020 • none
We decided to try City Lights due to its rating on here. We were not disappointed. We went on a Saturday night and it was busy but not crowded. We were seated in the downstairs bar area which only had one other table seated there. Everyone wore their masks although some not properly but our server did.
The food was good. It did seem to take awhile but we did not mind the wait. The service was good even though they were busy. Everyone seemed to help everyone get their food out while it was hot from the kitchen.
Written 11 October 2020
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937debras
Thank you for your business and your kind words
Written 12 October 2020
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Chris
Birmingham14 contributions
Sept 2022 • solo
Nice restaurant with both inside and outside seating. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Food was good…I had the special of the day (NU strip with blue cheese butter, Asiago mashed potatoes, and steamed vegetables. Steak was cooked to order. I also had the Brussels sprouts appetizer…very tasty if you like Brussels sprouts. Overall, a nice restaurant…I would eat there again.
Written 4 September 2022
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Timmah
Fairport8 contributions
Aug 2020 • none
What a hidden gem. It was a dark and stormy night...okay, it was cloudy with some rain as we traveled south from Bedford, PA. Dinner was delicious outdoors under the trees. Our crab cakes were LUMP crab. Not breadcrumbs and filler. The cocktails were generous and the wine plenty. Dessert was a super whipped peanut butter pie that left us wanting nothing. Charming location in a town besieged by COVID vacancies. Our service was very good. Look for this as an alternative to your resort dining.
Written 15 August 2020
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937debras
Thank you for your kind words and your business
Written 16 August 2020
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Vicki A
1311 contributions
Jul 2020 • none
We will definitely go back when in Cumberland again! And we highly recommend them. We ordered carry out. We ordered crab cakes with a wedge salad. Both were excellent. We are real 'crab' lovers and so we are picky about how they are prepared. We were very, very pleased with the quality and the taste and the price! The service was excellent and the folks very, very friendly!
Written 31 July 2020
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937debras
Thank you for your kind words and your business
Written 1 August 2020
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Carl B
Avon142 contributions
May 2023 • couples
Thursday is burger and a beer for $20 ... Burger was ok ... Odd to have one wo lettuce tomatoes onion have to say. Fries ok , beer good service good ...old time place (white table cloths serving the basics) I really wanted to like more
Written 19 May 2023
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MezcalGal
9 contributions
May 2022 • none
My Shrimp with Feta Pasta was only ok. Honestly, the whole dish had an odd taste. I expected much much better for the price. The service and setting were great. Was a little surprised to not receive bread or something while waiting for our meal, given the prices on the menu.
Written 21 May 2022
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bogie0006
Virginia Beach236 contributions
Oct 2024 • couples
Excellent lunch. I had Ruben wife cheeseburger, both really good. Meinyque was a big help since we had never been there before. I will always eat local on Vacation. I highly recommend this restaurant.
Written 14 October 2024
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DrMissyJo
Wexford29 contributions
Sept 2024 • couples
This hidden gem was a pleasant surprise! The bourbon offerings were good, the bartender was excellent, the menu was awesome...and the food was delicious!!! We will DEFINITELY return!
Written 14 September 2024
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Resort164840
4 contributions
Oct 2023 • couples
Superb fine dining in casual atmosphere. Food was amazing! Great service. Grilled salmon was the best I’ve ever had. Will definitely come back.
Written 16 October 2023
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