The Food Market - Hampden

4.7

5265 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Innovative
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Consistently The Best of Baltimore...The Food Market focuses on brilliant basics, delicious food, and attentive service in a smartly designed industrial-modern space, featuring an open kitchen. Award-winning Chef Chad Gauss’ value-driven menu offers guests a complete dining experience by combining recognizable ingredients with unparalleled technique. The Food Market strives to provide great service in a comfortable environment, where both staff & diners can be themselves.
We invite you to come relax, enjoy, and allow us to do what we do best, for you.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 366-0606
Website
http://www.the-food-market.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Chad Gauss
Catering
Please contact us with any inquiries regarding our catering services! Email hello@hooplacatering.com You Host. We Work.
Private party facilities
Come enjoy the tasty and playful cuisine of award winning and nationally recognized chef Chad Gauss in our behind-the-scenes Private Kitchen.theprivatekitchen@thefoodmarketbaltimore.com

Location
1017 W. 36th St, Baltimore, MD 21211
Neighborhood
Hampden
Cross street
The Avenue, W 36th St
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Amish Soft Pretzels$12.00
beer-cheese fondue
Bacon Braised Collard Greens & Cheesy Grits$8.19
tiny hot sauce, hampden sparkle
Beets By Chad$14.00
pears, oranges, feta, mint, arugula, pistachios, pomegranate vinaigrette
- Add Bacon$2.00
- Add Blackened Chicken$10.00
- Add Blackened Tuna$15.00
- Add Crab Cake$22.00
- Add Falafel$10.00
- Add Fried Chicken$10.00
- Add Grilled Chicken$10.00
- Add Grilled Salmon$15.00
- Add Grilled Shrimp$12.00
- Add Grilled Steak Skewer$18.00
Birria Empanadas$18.72
braised beef, melty cheese, onion, cilantro, bangin’ broth
Boring Caesar Salad$13.00
romaine, parmesan, croutons
- Add Chicken$10.00
- Add Shrimp$12.00
- Add Tuna$16.00
Brussels Sprouts$17.55
bacon, parmesan, shaved red onion, caesar dressing
Buffalo Pickles$12.00
scrambled gorgonzola, hot sauce
Cream of Crab Soup$16.38
best in these parts
Crushed Cucumbers$10.00
crispy wonton, peanut sauce, cilantro, wasabi peas, chili oil
Double BBQ Ribs$18.72
awesome sauce, black sesame seeds, scallion
Duck Confit Wings$17.55
black cherry bbq sauce, buttermilk brie dip, peanuts, scallions
Frying Pan Shishito Peppers$17.55
corn off the cob, avocado, lime, cilantro, chipotle honey, cotija cheese
Hot Nuts$10.00
duck fat, cayenne, rosemary, brown sugar
Lamb Chops By The Each$9.36
espresso rubbed, apricot limoncello jam, candied pecans
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Lobster Fingers$26.91
truffle honey mustard
Salt & Pepper Tuna$17.00
avocado tzatziki, marinated cucumber, DEVOO
Spicy Shrimp$16.00
spicy, cheesy, herby, creamy, winey, garlicky shrimp, torn bread
Street Tacos$16.00
braised pork, raw corn salad, good salsa, black hot, whipped avocado, flour tortillas
Tuna Meatballs$14.00
wonton panko, pickled ginger mayo, soy caramel, hot stuff

Big

Pat Lafrieda Burger$20.00
crumbled bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, tillamook sharp cheddar, pickles, slaughter house, hand cut fries
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
- Sub Truffle Parmesan Fries$3.00
The Baltimore Club$35.10
crab cake, shrimp salad, lettuce, tomato, bacon, potato bread, hand cut fries
- Sub Truffle Parmesan Fries$3.00
Shrimp Dinner$33.93
seared shrimp, andouille sausage, cheddar grits, cajun thyme cream
Little Crab Cake$35.00
lobster mac and cheese, charred zucchini with sundried tomato gremolata, tartar
Big Crab Cake$47.00
lobster mac and cheese, charred zucchini with sundried tomato gremolata, tartar
Salmon$33.93
farro tabbouleh, arugula, green olive chickpea and feta tapenade
Scallops Deluxe$44.46
butternut risotto, roasted acorn & spaghetti squash, bacon soubise
Roasted Beef Short Rib$35.00
whipped potatoes, roasted carrots, smoked gouda whiz, onion rings
Pickle Brined Fried Chicken Breasts$27.00
liquid cornbread, blazin’ baked beans, coleslaw jus, hot honey
Steak Frites$49.14
truffle parmesan fries, charred zucchini with sun-dried tomato gremolata, w 36th st steak sauce sliced ny strip, 3 onion butter
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Spaghetti & Crab Meatballs$38.61
sherry fra diavolo, basil, all covered in cheese
Bread & Butter Crusted Sea Bass$56.16
whipped potatoes, romanesco, black truffle vinaigrette
Bronzini$40.95
whipped potatoes, french beans, almonds, caper raisin butter
General Nicks Cauliflower$29.25
white rice and quinoa, tempura fried cauliflower, roasted broccoli, shishito peppers, crushed peanuts, sesame
Filet Mignon$49.14
Blue cheese & bacon risotto, foie gras buttered mushrooms
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00

Sides

Side Grits$8.00
Side Cauliflower$8.00
Side Fries$5.00
Side Truffle Parmesan Fries$10.00
Side Whipped Potato$8.00
steak sauce, black pepper, chives
Side Green Beans$8.00
Side Carrots$8.00
Side House Salad$5.00
- Ranch$0.00
- Awesome Vin$0.00

Everything After

*Candle Please*$0.00
1/2 Cooked Blondie$13.00
torched marshmallow, caramel, ice cream
Heathbar Crunch Bread Pudding$13.00
condensed milk caramel, whipped cream
The Best Key Lime Pie$12.00
shortbread & graham cracker crust, condensed milk, whipped cream
Blueberry And Peach Upside Down Cake$12.00
whipped ricotta icing, blueberry powdered sugar

What 5,265 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
3.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Food Market in Hampden offers a dynamic dining experience with "delicious and creative" dishes that cater to a variety of tastes. The atmosphere is lively and energetic, though often "a bit noisy." Service is generally attentive and friendly. Highlights include the "amazing" short ribs, Heath bar bread pudding, and inventive brunch options.

5,265 Reviews

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Sherry VIP
Baltimore38 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
While the unusual wait time for a table under our reservation was way too long, the food NEVER disappoints! Continues to be my favorite restaurant right now! The new Farmer Ian's Tomato dish is amazing - the layers of flavor make this a new "best dish I've ever had at The food Market" for sure! The crab cakes, pork chop and burgers were a hit, along with the new Thanksgiving Cupcake. This restaurant is a must!
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Lindsay
Hawaii3 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had only been to food marketa but had high hopes for food market too! We brought out of town friends and shared apps and small plates — everything was so delicious and our server was great! We loved that it was cute and busy but quiet enough to have normal conversation at our table.
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Betsy
Baltimore3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was outstanding: inventive and delicious. Waiter was extremely knowledgeable, guided us well for both food & well-paired drinks, and very attentive. Food arrival was perfectly timed from appetizers to meals. Overall superior experience.
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Michael
Washington DC3 reviews
4.0
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
While menu items were unique the food arrived cold despite there being few folk in the place. Even noticed a difference in the potatoes we were served vice the one at the adjacent table. Key is mass prep does not have to mean bad prep. The little things are important. This good visit could and should have been a great visit. This place truly possess the potential.
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Denni
Baltimore12 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful birthday celebration for my daughter’s 28th birthday. Food was spectacular and everyone had a great time! Thanks so much for everything. Even grandmom enjoyed it!
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Annie
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was phenomenal! Made the experience so fun!
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Jack
Baltimore21 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, cocktails, and dessert wear all great. Excellent service.
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David
Washington DC56 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Good variety of brunch food, but unexceptional. Service was friendly but not good about refilling coffee or checking in. Lively, cheerful atmosphere but it is noisy so a little difficult for conversations.
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Jen
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
When you first walk in, you immediately notice the vibes and how fun this place is. The service is amazing, the waitress was so cool, and my water was never empty. The food was sooooo good. Like DELICIOUS. We can't wait to go back!
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Barbara
Baltimore5 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and wonderful service. What more could you ask for?
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Google Map for The Food Market - Hampden

1017 W. 36th St, Baltimore, MD 21211

Additional information

Cross street
The Avenue, W 36th St
Neighborhood
Hampden
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Chad Gauss
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.the-food-market.com/
Phone number
(410) 366-0606
Catering
Please contact us with any inquiries regarding our catering services! Email hello@hooplacatering.com You Host. We Work.
Private party facilities
Come enjoy the tasty and playful cuisine of award winning and nationally recognized chef Chad Gauss in our behind-the-scenes Private Kitchen.theprivatekitchen@thefoodmarketbaltimore.com

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Shrimp & Grits

Little

Amish Soft Pretzels$12.00

Bacon Braised Collard Greens & Cheesy Grits$8.19

Beets By Chad$14.00

Birria Empanadas$18.72

Boring Caesar Salad$13.00

Brussels Sprouts$17.55

Buffalo Pickles$12.00

Cream of Crab Soup$16.38

Crushed Cucumbers$10.00

Double BBQ Ribs$18.72

Duck Confit Wings$17.55

Frying Pan Shishito Peppers$17.55

Hot Nuts$10.00

Lamb Chops By The Each$9.36

Lobster Fingers$26.91

Salt & Pepper Tuna$17.00

Spicy Shrimp$16.00

Street Tacos$16.00

Tuna Meatballs$14.00

Big

Pat Lafrieda Burger$20.00

The Baltimore Club$35.10

Shrimp Dinner$33.93

Little Crab Cake$35.00

Big Crab Cake$47.00

Salmon$33.93

Scallops Deluxe$44.46

Roasted Beef Short Rib$35.00

Pickle Brined Fried Chicken Breasts$27.00

Steak Frites$49.14

Spaghetti & Crab Meatballs$38.61

Bread & Butter Crusted Sea Bass$56.16

Bronzini$40.95

General Nicks Cauliflower$29.25

Filet Mignon$49.14

Sides

Side Grits$8.00

Side Cauliflower$8.00

Side Fries$5.00

Side Truffle Parmesan Fries$10.00

Side Whipped Potato$8.00

Side Green Beans$8.00

Side Carrots$8.00

Side House Salad$5.00

Everything After

*Candle Please*$0.00

1/2 Cooked Blondie$13.00

Heathbar Crunch Bread Pudding$13.00

The Best Key Lime Pie$12.00

Blueberry And Peach Upside Down Cake$12.00

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