Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated January 05, 2025

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Bridges Restaurant - MD

4.8

4.8 (2088)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Kent Narrows

About the restaurant

Bridges is an OpenTable "Top 100 Scenic View Restaurant in America". Located in the heart of the Chesapeake, Bridges restaurant offers unmatched waterfront dining featuring made-to-order dishes that are prepared from scratch using the finest hand-picked ingredients. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Bridges offers an award-winning happy hour Sunday through Friday. Come enjoy the spectacular views and taste the best of the Chesapeake Bay region!

Top review

MARIO

Dined on Dec 28, 2024

Server Meadow was great. We were sat next to the fireplace. Crab cakes did not have a lot of filler.

Barcocina - Baltimore

4.7

4.7 (873)

$30 and under

Contemporary Mexican

Fells Point

About the restaurant

Barcocina features Mexican inspired cuisine with fresh ingredients and original twists meant to share among friends. Barcocina's cocktail list emphasizes fresh squeezed juices for next level freshness and taste. With amazing open air spaces and uninhibited views of the harbor, Barcocina is the premier place to eat, drink and socialize. The glass and aluminum garage door walls open to a panoramic view of the harbor. Each seat, indoor and outdoor, makes the harbor view a part of the Barcocina experience. Open for Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner daily, as well as late night with live DJs on Friday & Saturday nights makes Barcocina the go to place for all your dining and entertainment needs.

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Mel

Dined on Jan 1, 2025

Absolutely outstanding experience. Love the ambiance and view here. Drinks and food are always fantastic!! Our server was excellent as well! Can’t wait to go back!!

Loch Bar - Baltimore

4.7

4.7 (1444)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Harbor East

About the restaurant

Located in Four Seasons Hotel overlooking Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, Loch Bar is a classic seafood tavern. Centered around one of the region’s largest raw bars, Loch Bar features classic seafood dishes with a modern flair. Loch Bar's beverage menu includes local craft beers, hand-crafted cocktails & an extensive whiskey list with selections from around the world. Loch Bar's interior has an antique design with a nautical-influenced style which features live music every night.

The suggested dress is business casual. We kindly ask our guests to abide by these suggestions to create an enjoyable environment for all guests.

The following items are prohibited however:
• Gentlemen’s tank tops or sleeveless shirts
• No exposed undergarments
• Clothing with language or graphics that are vulgar or sexually explicit
• Footwear is required, however there is no restriction on the style
*Children accompanied by an adult are not subject to the Dress Policy*

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Sophia

Dined on Jan 6, 2025

We had a wonderful experience at the Loch Bar. We were celebrating an anniversary and were greeted with complementary champagne. The service was great and the food was delicious!

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4.7

4.7 (2217)

$50 and over

American

Towson

About the restaurant

Casually elegant, romantic American Waterfront Dining in Baltimore County with lovely outside dining on the lake. Repeat winner BEST of BALTIMORE, OpenTable Diners' Choice, Wine Spectator Awards. Owned and operated by Susan and Charles Levine. Enjoy a seasonal menu of highest-grade center-cut steaks, chops and seafood with expert preparation led by Executive Chef Mary Hersh and exquisite sushi by Chef Alan from Hong Kong; plus craft cocktails, and many of the world's best wines and spirits. Everything made in-house. Al fresco dining in peaceful nature or indoors in elegant ambiance. Parties of 7+ or private events please contact us 410-363-0900 reservations@citronbaltimore.com

Exquisite venue for food lovers, with fireplace; subtle TVs in upscale bar. Our 8 private dining rooms and private event venue, The Cove, have Hi-tech AV, inside/outside Lakefront spaces for large social and corporate events 7 days a week. Heated outdoor terraces make a nature lover's paradise. Free parking.

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James

Dined 4 days ago

Great service. Almost like a private dining experience. Food was excellent. I had the Mahi with crab imperial. My fiancé had a fat steak. Vanilla old fashioneds were excellent and the vanilla bean gelato was to die for

Maximón

4.7

4.7 (1128)

$30 and under

Latin American

Inner Harbor

About the restaurant

Experience the incredible range and romance of Latin American culture at Maximón,
Stop by for food and drink menus inspired by South American and Mexican cuisines, perfectly complemented by stunning stone architecture, wood and marble furniture, and lush greenery throughout the space.

Stay awhile—listen to live music acts from all across the nation, or blend your own bottle in our tequila tasting room. Even better, spend a gorgeous day at our Spanish-style courtyard, featuring fountains, an outdoor bar, and Inner Harbor views.

Named for a protective Mayan deity, Maximón brings exciting Latin flavor and flair to beautiful Harbor East. Come eat, drink, and enjoy.

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Kiani

Dined 1 day ago

They honored my requests for my special occasion and communicated about my preferences, the food was delicious, and the service was above and beyond.

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Libbey's Coastal Kitchen and Cocktails

4.7

4.7 (709)

$30 and under

Seafood

Stevensville

About the restaurant

Located on the Chesapeake Bay at the base of the Bay Bridge, Libbey's Coastal Kitchen + Cocktails is the perfect place to enjoy breathtaking views, gorgeous sunsets , fresh local seafood and hand crafted cocktails. Unfortunately, we do not take reservations for any of the outdoor seating. If tables are available when you arrive, we will be happy to seat you outside. While pets are allowed when the Below Deck area is open, we only allow SERVICE ANIMALS ( not pets or support) in the upstairs spaces.

Bill Redmond | bredmond@libbeyscoastalkitchen.com or (410) 604-0999

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Alita

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

Melissa was our server and she was WONDERFUL!! We had our two small children with us and she was amazing with them. The atmosphere was nice and light. The food came out quickly and was delish!! We have been there before, and we will be there again!

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The Choptank - Baltimore

4.6

4.6 (735)

$30 and under

Seafood

Fells Point

About the restaurant

Atlas Restaurant Group celebrates historic Fells Point with The Choptank, a new fish and crab house located in the Broadway Market’s south shed. The Choptank honors the market’s 200-plus-year legacy with authentic local seafood and an energy and hustle true to the area.

Atlas Restaurant Group promotes a dining atmosphere and the suggested dress is business casual. We kindly ask our guests to abide by these suggestions to create an enjoyable environment for all guests.

The following items are prohibited however:

• Gentlemen’s tank tops or sleeveless shirts
• Hats are not permitted indoors for gentlemen
• No exposed undergarments
• Clothing with language or graphics that are vulgar or sexually explicit
• Footwear is required, however there is no restriction on the style
*Children accompanied by an adult are not subject to the Dress Policy*

Top review

Latisha

Dined 5 days ago

Service was excellent and the food is always good. Choptank does not disappoint.

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The Choptank - Annapolis

4.6

4.6 (1471)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Annapolis

About the restaurant

Local Chesapeake Seafood and Crabhouse featuring live entertainment, craft cocktails, carefully curated wine list, and the best scenic view of the Chesapeake in the region!

Top review

Jim

Dined 4 days ago

Drinks food and ambiance are great, but the service and location set them apart.

Donnelly’s Dockside

4.5

4.5 (377)

$30 and under

American

Arnold

About the restaurant

A neighborhood, family owned and operated restaurant and lounge located just off the Chesapeake Bay. Specializing in regional dishes and creative cuisine using only the freshest ingredients available. Serving Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch Buffet.

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CarterVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Attentive server, great table, delicious food. I enjoyed the blackened tuna and risotto very much, as did another person at our table. The shrimp salad on a croissant was enjoyed by my spouse and another fried had the white crab pizza, which he thought could have used a bit more sauce.

Ambassador Dining Room

4.3

4.3 (222)

$31 to $50

Indian

Tuscany-Canterbury

About the restaurant

Discover fine Indian fare at the Ambassador Dining Room. This upscale eatery, located in a stylish Roland Park apartment tower, features a beautiful outdoor patio, overlooking a verdant urban oasis. Ambassador Dining Room is a Baltimore favorite, beloved for its luxurious ambiance and white-glove service. The menu features a wealth of northern and southern Indian dishes, with a popular daily lunch buffet and a special Sunday brunch, featuring special combination plates and mimosas made with fresh-squeezed orange juice. The menu includes classic fare, from freshly-made samosas, chicken and fish Tikka Masala to vegetarian staples like Channa Masala and Palak Paneer. Food at Ambassador Dining Room is incredibly fresh and flavorful, paired with homemade breads and basmati rice for the ultimate authentic taste. The restaurant has a full bar, offering classic cocktails, spirits and imported and domestic beers and wines.

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Sarah

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

The Ambassador had gorgeous Christmas decorations. They said "no problem" when I asked to add 2 people.

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