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1. Monarque
4.6
Exceptional(1182)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Harbor East
Booked 29 times today
Atlas Restaurant Group presents Monarque, a French brasserie located in Baltimore’s Harbor East. Monarque is inspired by the French era of prosperity when culture boomed and extravagance flourished. The cuisine is complemented by a beverage program with over 500 French wine labels and an extensive collection of Cognac and Armagnac.Transporting guests to another time and place while being rooted in the present, Monarque hosts a rotation of acts every weekend, with Baltimore's best jazz musicians, cabaret vocalists, burlesque dancers, and more. Monarque welcomes guests of all ages Sunday through Thursday. On Friday and Saturday, the experience is suited for guests 18 years of age and older, and only adults are permitted to dine. When making your weekend reservations, please note that parties of 1-5 guests will have two hours to enjoy our cuisine and entertainment, parties of 5-8 will dine for two hours and 30 minutes, and parties of 9 and more can enjoy seating for three hours.
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2. The Ruxton
4.8
Exceptional(413)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Harbor East
Booked 39 times today
Curated by Aaron Taylor, Atlas Restaurant Group’s Corporate Chef & Chef Partner in this concept, the menu puts steak in the spotlight with over 11 cuts from Chicago-based meat purveyor Meats by Linz. The Ruxton will serve a mix of wet and dry aged prime cuts of Black Angus Beef, as well as dry aging Long Island Duck and Bison from Virginia’s New Frontier Farm in-house. To complement the steak options, seasonal shellfish and seafood entrees will be available including dover sole, Maryland rockfish, whole live lobster, king salmon, Chilean sea bass and more.The Ruxton will serve lunch every weekday and dinner 7 days a week. Be sure to visit Atlas’ new world-class cocktail bar and lounge next door to The Ruxton called Order of the Ace.
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3. Black Olive
4.7
Exceptional(3004)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Fells Point
Booked 8 times today
After a meticulous renovation of the Fells Point General Store in 1997, The Black Olive has become a hallmark of quaint elegance on the cobblestone section of Bond Street in Fells Point, Baltimore's waterfront jewel. Although over twenty-five years old, its spirit is rooted in a rich, multi-generational legacy. As a Greek fish tavern in historic Fells Point, we specialize in Mediterranean seafood and traditional Greek dishes, complemented by house-made breads and desserts. Savor our signature dishes like Village Pie, Grilled Octopus, Rack of Lamb, Filet Mignon, Bronzini, Dover Sole, and Maine Lobster Pasta. Enhance your dining experience with selections from our extensive wine cellar or an inspired cocktail from our bar. We proudly support organic and sustainable producers of ingredients, including our wines and spirits. Recognized by Wine and Spirits Magazine as one of the '50 Most Amazing Wine Experiences in America,' The Black Olive offers an unforgettable culinary journey.
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4. Docks on the Harbor
3.5
Very Good(473)
Price: Expensive
• American • Inner Harbor
Booked 23 times today
At DOCKS ON THE HARBOR guests can expect an unforgettable dining experience with Instagram-worthy dishes, drinks and décor. At Docks we always say "the camera eats first". We are open for brunch & dinner seven days a week. Docks is a go-to spot for celebrations, special occasions, and private events for locals and visitors.The elevated, but approachable space features a unique family-friendly menu that takes on flavors of old world and new world dishes and adds an artistic twist. A signature bar offers mixologist-inspired takes on classic favorites while still boasting an impressive list of more traditional cocktails. Docks’ impressive décor includes two magnificent 17-foot trees with a 20-foot spawn of greenery that are focal points in the dining room surrounded by plush velvet banquettes, chandeliers, & plenty of social media-worthy photo opportunities. The outdoor patio creates a new waterfront dining oasis in the heart of the Inner Harbor. Located on the Iconic Inner Harbor.
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5. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Baltimore
4.7
Exceptional(3955)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Inner Harbor
Booked 20 times today
The Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy Ultra-Fresh seafood, flown in daily from around the world. Sip a cocktail in the lounge, take a seat at our grand oyster bar, or kick back in a horseshoe booth before diving into a sea of Ultra-Fresh fish, including steak-cut Alaskan halibut, seasonal favorites like fresh Copper River salmon or hard-to-find delicacies like true Dover sole or bluefin tuna. Our knowledgeable staff will delight you with exceptional service — guiding you through the wide variety of items on our menu and helping you select the perfect wine to complement your meal. The world's freshest seafood awaits you at the Oceanaire.
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6. The Capital Grille - Baltimore
4.9
Exceptional(3983)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 66 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5
4.6
Exceptional(2445)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Inner Harbor
Booked 32 times today
Expect nothing less than an extraordinary meal and first class service from the Number One prime steak house in the world - Ruth's Chris Steak House. At Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5, you'll experience our contemporary decor coupled with distinctive dining traditions that you can only expect at the Number One steak house. At Ruth's Chris Steak House, we take steak seriously, but we're also serious about making sure you have a great time. So, whether you're looking for a place to unwind after a hectic day at work, planning a romantic dinner for two or that all important business meeting, feel free to laugh out loud and stay awhile and experience our sizzle.

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  • Tiffany
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Phenomenal. While the food and ambiance are both wonderful, the service is outstanding! Every team member made my husband and I feel meticulously attended to while we enjoyed his birthday dinner. A birthday card with a handwritten note was a great special touch. Well done Ruxton! It was a pleasure!
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    The RuxtonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Harbor East
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    4.8
  • Bennettvip
    Baltimore / Maryland •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great experience especially from the owner/maitre d
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    Black OlivePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Fells Point
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    4.7
  • Bo Mi
    Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    It was fantastic, and they made an amazing dinner for my husband's first birthday since we got married. I booked the day when it does not have the performance event scheduled, due to my husband birthday was Monday. However, their service fulfilled our dinner and time while we were there. I bet I will visit there again to watch the show.
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    MonarquePrice: Very Expensive• French• Harbor East
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    4.6
  • Labovip
    Baltimore / Maryland •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    A big thank you to Howard for an amazing experience. Came in to dine with a friend and the food was not only amazing, but the service was very hospitable!
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    Oceanaire Seafood Room - BaltimorePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Inner Harbor
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    4.7
  • Danae
    Cincinnati / Dayton •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 7, 2024
    We we are visiting from Kentucky so of course was wanting seafood, but some us were not getting in later in the evening, 8:30 on a Wednesday so not a lot of sit down restaurants were open for a late dinner. We found Docks and it was great! By the water and a lot of food choices! Storm was our bartender and server and did amazing! Unfortunately I didn’t take any food pictures, but we enjoyed everything and drinks!
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    Docks on the HarborPrice: Expensive• American• Inner Harbor
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    3.5

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