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1. Avenue Kitchen & Bar

4.5

Price: Expensive

• American • Hampden

Booked 5 times today

High energy and gracious, Avenue Kitchen and Bar is a place where one can enjoy terrific cocktails and comforting, Latin-American inspired cuisine from Executive Chef Audiel Vera and his seasoned and attentive staff. Our food offers flavors & technique that will welcome and excite you. We have seating available in our large dining room, our bar & lounge, a seasonally-opened outdoor area, and a small private dining space available for intimate dinner parties. We are conveniently located on 36th Street, commonly known as "the Avenue" in Hampden. Metered parking is available in a full lot in the rear of the restaurant as well as the front and surrounding streets. Entrances are located at both the front and rear and are easily accessible for all.

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2. Souvlaki Greek Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(0)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Hampden

Booked 2 times today

In our attempt to redefine the term “traditional Greek cuisine” both aesthetically and quality-wise, we came across a dilemma: does traditional mean “old”? We then created a contemporary restaurant with recipes that maintain traditional character and exceptional quality.

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3. Birroteca - Baltimore

4.7

Exceptional(2408)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hampden

Booked 16 times today

Located in the Hampden/Woodberry area of Baltimore, we're the destination for modern, rustic Italian cuisine, crafted using ingredients sourced from local ranchers, farmers and local fisherman. Guests enjoy communal dining service in a refined, casual setting. We offer 20 craft beers on tap in addition to an Italian focused wine list, and unique craft cocktails prepared with artisan distilled spirits and house-made mixes.

4. Cazbar

4.8

Exceptional(1139)

Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

The Cazbar, established in 2006, is Baltimore’s first & only Turkish Restaurant. With food, atmosphere, & entertainment served in an authentic Turkish style, Cazbar is sure to provide a thoroughly exotic & enchanting dining experience. Cazbar serves lunch & dinner daily and Brunch on Saturday and Sunday.Join us every Friday at pm & Saturday at 9:30 pm, for the most captivating Belly Dancing shows outside of Turkey!In addition, we offer vegan substitutions for many of our dishes upon request. Our Kebaps cannot be made with vegan substitutions & your server can assist with items that are available with vegan options.

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5. Splash Pool Bar & Grill at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore

3.5

Very Good(12)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Harbor East

Booked 3 times today

From Thanksgiving to Christmas, enjoy the magic of the holiday season at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore. Gather with friends, family and loved ones for an unforgettable Thanksgiving Feast in our waterfront ballroom. Experience our rooftop Winter Village where our sought-after fifth-floor terrace transforms into a winter wonderland and a synthetic skating rink takes center stage. Enhance the experience with semi-private cabanas complete with fire pits, s'mores, and fondue for an afternoon or evening to remember. Capture the perfect backdrop for holiday photos while savoring a festive menu with seasonal bites and cocktails crafted by Executive Chef Tristan Baker and the Hotel's culinary team. Join us for an unforgettable celebration!

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6. B-Side Cocktails & Karaoke

4.6

Exceptional(115)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Mt. Vernon

Booked 11 times today

Hidden in plain sight, B-Side is a spirit-forward speakeasy with best-in-class cocktails, bar snacks and private karaoke rooms located in the Mount Vernon neighborhood.A Hi-Fi vinyl listening micro-bar with seasonal drinks and inspired playlists, B-Side is a dimly-lit, intimate option for date night, a special celebration, or a low-key nightcap. To find your way to B-Side, simply choose a song on the jukebox in the basement of Hotel Revival — the experience will unveil itself to you.Located across the lounge, groups of 4 to 8 guests can also reserve one of three private karaoke rooms with cocktail service (prices listed below) — start getting your practice runs in now.120 minutes (2 hours) of singing $300 Food & Beverage MinimumPlus tax and gratuityEveryone must be 21++*Please arrive within 15 minutes of your reservation time. Failure to do so may result in cancellation.*

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7. Ampersea Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1403)

Price: Expensive

• American • Harbor Point

Booked 14 times today

At the intersection of Harbor Point and Fells Point, Ampersea is redefining cuisine that's modern, Maryland, authentic. A destination innovating the way Baltimore dines on the Patapsco River. Perched on the western corner of Thames Street and located in the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Museum building with the Living Classrooms Foundation, Ampersea dining room, patio, and event spaces offer a stunning combination of panoramic harbor views, impeccable service, and delectable dishes. During our busy season the restaurant has policies in place that may affect your reservation. please review the following:- Entire party arrived to be sat- All parties larger than 4 people must call into the restaurant to schedule their reservation.- All tables are subject to an 18% auto-gratuity.- Outdoor dining is not guaranteed for all reservations but is first come first serve.

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8. Chiapparelli's - Baltimore

4.7

Exceptional(1112)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Inner Harbor

Booked 23 times today

Voted Restaurateur of the Year by the Restaurant Association of Maryland, Chiapparelli’s is one of Little Italy’s best-known and most loved restaurants. As the restaurant has passed from one generation to the next, the dedication to serving high-quality Italian food remains firm. The brick walls provide a pleasant atmosphere, and the wait-staff is always friendly and professional. The menu includes local seafood specials, delicious veal, and homemade specialties; and one of Baltimore’s best-known salads. Banquet facilities and valet parking are available."

9. Black Olive

4.7

Exceptional(3006)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Fells Point

Booked 5 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.

10. Phillips Seafood

4.2

Awesome(2367)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Inner Harbor

Booked 32 times today

Maryland is famous for its crabs, and Phillips Seafood is Baltimore's premiere restaurant for award-winning crab cakes! We serve an extensive menu of classic seafood dishes along with plenty of dining choices for non-seafood lovers. Join us for Phillips favorites including craveable seafood appetizers perfect for sharing, our famous family-recipe crab cakes, steamed seafood buckets and seafood platters, plus fresh salads, succulent seafood soups & a range of sandwiches & burgers. Finish off your meal with one of our indulgent desserts, and enjoy a signature cocktail from our inventive menu of spirits (beer, wine & sangria also available from our full bar.)Beneath the lights of the massive 17-foot tall Phillips letters, part of the iconic Baltimore skyline, you’ll find a casual, polished restaurant with an energetic feel. We hope to see you soon! We're open for seated dining & carryout every day.

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John
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was excellent. The waiter was patient and provided a suggestion - a platter with rice and several different meats. Our vegan diner had the Mezze dishes which were very good. And, did I say that the food was excellent, not to mention the fantastic baklava for dessert. It was a fantastic time for all of us and a very fair price. I need to come back again soon - and I really need to visit Turkey.
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CazbarPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Downtown
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4.8
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anivip
Washington, D.C. Area •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Loved the lemon drop flight! Food was just ok. The owner was there and he came by to check on our table. That was really nice.
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Avenue Kitchen & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Hampden
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4.5
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Lindsey
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our favorite place! The food never disappoints and the service is always prompt and friendly. There’s a reason we come back time after time - everything is unmatched!
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Birroteca - BaltimorePrice: Moderate• Italian• Hampden
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4.7
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Caribbean •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 27, 2024
All of the staff there was truly amazing. From Kassandra at the spa, to the pool manager Nick, to Hannah and Kyle. The fact that I remember all of their names after an entire day of being outside in a pumpkin patch with three kids, speaks volumes in itself. I had a wonderful time thanks to them. You guys are amazing!!
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Splash Pool Bar & Grill at Four Seasons Hotel BaltimorePrice: Very Expensive• American• Harbor East
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3.5

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82 restaurants available nearby

1. Avenue Kitchen & Bar

2. Souvlaki Greek Cuisine

3. Birroteca - Baltimore

4. Cazbar

5. Splash Pool Bar & Grill at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore

6. B-Side Cocktails & Karaoke

7. Ampersea Restaurant

8. Chiapparelli's - Baltimore

9. Black Olive

10. Phillips Seafood

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