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1. Pappas Restaurant - Parkville
4.4
Awesome(1821)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Parkville
Call us directly for reservations: 410-661-4357 ... When you want an amazing crab cake, one you can brag to family and friends about, the best Maryland has to offer, then come in for a Pappas eight-ounce colossal lump crab cake. Find out why Pappas signature dish has won award after award from Baltimore's Best to Baltimore Magazines Top Crab Cake, and why it was featured on the Food Networks Chef vs City and the Travel Channel & 98 Rocks Food Wars. Family owned and operated since 1972, owner Steve Pappas prides himself not only on offering the best crab cake in Baltimore, but also the finest, freshest seafood, steaks, and pasta dishes around. Call 41-661-4357 to make reservations!
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2. Towson Tavern
3.8
Excellent(743)
Price: Moderate
• American • Towson
The Towson Tavern offers an ever evolving Seasonal Menu featuring unique American regional cuisine and serving a premium line of wine and spirits as well as a craft beer selection. *Please enjoy Wine Down Wednesdays with us featuring half priced bottles.*Happy hour Monday-Friday from 5:00-7:00 at the bar. Half priced top-shelf cocktails, wines by the glass and all beers.
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3. Rye Street Tavern
4.4
Awesome(267)
Price: Expensive
• American • Port Covington
Booked 46 times today
Rye Street Tavern's menu is thoughtfully created featuring seasonal changes, locally sourced ingredients, & a diverse selection that caters to every palate, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. From fresh seafood & house-made pastas to southern-inspired dishes, each meal is crafted to perfection. Rye Street Tavern promises an exceptional lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch dining experience for locals & visitors alike. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining environments, including an open kitchen with U-shaped leather booths, a stylish bar and oyster bar with panoramic Patapsco River waterfront views, & a spectacular outdoor dining area with a 75-seat island bar. Happy Hour offered Monday through Friday with half off of oysters on the half shell plus discounted beers, wines, & select cocktails.
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4. Ammoora - Ritz-Carlton Residences
4.8
Exceptional(566)
Price: Very Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Inner Harbor
Booked 24 times today
Enter a realm of authentic Levantine cuisine, culture, and design at Ammoora, an ornate dining destination, exclusively housed within the Ritz-Carlton Residences Baltimore. Embracing the cultural beauty and diversity of its fare, Ammoora immerses guests in an intimate fine-dining experience composed in a contemporary culinary style. Presented and prepared with award-winning skill and finesse, the culinary journey through the Eastern Mediterranean offers unique interpretations of classic dishes. Drawing inspiration from Ammoora's family roots, the Syrian-focused authentically modern menu evokes a sensory experience, enhanced by soft, yet lively oriental music and an alluring ambience.
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5. Phillips Seafood
4.3
Awesome(2365)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Inner Harbor
Booked 16 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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6. Topside
4.6
Exceptional(512)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Mt. Vernon
Booked 13 times today
Topside is a top-notch spot for a memorable dining experience, complete with floor-to-ceiling views over historic Mount Vernon. The seafood-forward menu emphasizes regional purveyors and artisans, offering a delicious spread. Many reviews rave about the restaurant's spectacular views, outstanding food, and excellent service. One reviewer even said, 'the ambiance, service and views don’t get better.' So, if you're up for a beautiful view and a delicious meal, Topside is definitely worth the drive.
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7. Magdalena
4.8
Exceptional(1205)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Mt. Vernon
Booked 14 times today
Magdalena is the celebrated restaurant of The Ivy Hotel, a Relais & Châteaux property in Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood.Magdalena, a Maryland Bistro, features refined, “from-scratch” bistro fare driven by the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay region. The seasonally evolving menu celebrates the finest local ingredients, sustainable values, and culinary craftsmanship, resulting in dishes brimming with character.Executive Chef Ülfet Ralph has over a decade of experience in Relais & Châteaux properties. With this expertise, Chef Ralph will continue Magdalena’s mission of exploring innovative and artful interpretations of Maryland cuisine with a purposeful balance of bistro meets elegance. Ingredients are sourced close to home, and relationships with local farmers and purveyors are at the heart of the culinary philosophy. A cheeky cocktail program, Wine Spectator-awarded wine list, and revered whiskey collection complete a delightfully unmatched dining experience.
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8. Loch Bar - Baltimore
4.6
Exceptional(1432)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Harbor East
Booked 17 times today
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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9. Sotto Sopra
4.8
Exceptional(3549)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Mt. Vernon
Booked 22 times today
Sotto Sopra is an Italian restaurant housed in a beautiful 19th century building just blocks north of Baltimore’s Harborplace on Charles Street. Sotto Sopra specializes in true contemporary Italian cuisine adapting farm to table. We buy local whenever it is possible. The perfect risotto, handmade pastas, roasted meats, local seafood, and regional produce are here for your total enjoyment. Sotto Sopra invites you to dine for dinner every evening. Eat.Drink.Sleep.Dream--Italian
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10. Pappas Restaurant - Cockeysville
4.6
Exceptional(2824)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Hunt Valley
Booked 23 times today
Welcome to Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar in Cockeysville, Maryland! If you've been searching for the perfect crab cake in the Baltimore area -- or ANY area, for that matter -- look no further than Pappas's 8-ounce cake of glory. Packed with colossal lump crab meat, minimal filler, and a recipe blend that has had people coming back for more since 1972. This gem is why Pappas has been featured on the cover of Baltimore Magazine, appeared on Food Network, Cooking Channel, and Travel Channel, and has won over 20 awards in just a few short years. We proudly welcome guests to enjoy a sinful cocktail at our bar, have a quiet dinner with the family in our dining room, or host a party for up to 80 people in our private room. Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar is fully handicap accessible, and only a stone's throw away from the Beltway, minutes from Hunt Valley and Towson. Make a reservation today!
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