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1. Tagliata Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2851)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Harbor East
Booked 75 times today
Tagliata, an Italian chophouse, boasts an impressive menu featuring hand cut steaks, fresh rolled pastas, house made charcuterie & bounty of fresh seafood. Tagliata offers the largest wine list in Baltimore with bottles from around the world & a focus on Italian wines. We host live music in the piano lounge. Open windows overlook our majestic courtyard, which is illuminated with strung lights & features an seasonal outdoor bar.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*
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2. Rusty Scupper - Baltimore
4.7
Exceptional(8924)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Inner Harbor
Booked 55 times today
Open, MON to THUR3:00 PM to 9:00 PMFRI and SAT 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM,SUN10:30 AM to 9:00 PM Our Jazz Sunday Brunch 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM - $62 per person/tax/gratuity, for all brunch partiesIndulge in an unforgettable dining experience with that special someone, as you take in breathtaking views of the city. When in Baltimore join us & enjoy the freshest seafood along with sweeping Inner Harbor views & hands down the most hospitable service in town.We offer a tempting array of local seafood specialties from Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, Lobster Tails, Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Pan-Seared Chilean Sea-bass, Grilled Mahi-Mahi, Swordfish & King Crab Legs.Happy Hour: 3 - 6 Monday to Friday. Celebrate 2025 Easter Brunch at Baltimore's Best Brunch Destination! Enjoy a charming ambiance paired with a warm, inviting atmosphere & fantastic service. Make your reservation today. Come back & See usBook your table today : 410 727 3678
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3. Jimmy's Famous Seafood
4.7
Exceptional(3225)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • East Baltimore
Booked 12 times today
Since 1974, Jimmy's has exhibited a commitment to excellence in the restaurant industry second to none. Although made famous for our award-winning seafood and steamed hard-shell crabs, our menu also includes various tastes from all over the world, such as grilled lamb chops, a monstrous, savory prime rib, and barbecued baby back ribs. We have two seating areas - a casual, fun lounge and a beautiful dining room which is divided for those seeking to crack open some hot steamed crabs and those seeking intimacy. Seafood is flown in daily to ensure unrivaled freshness and to allow for new specials every evening! If you do not see reservation availability, please call us at 410-633-4040.
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4. Sotto Sopra
4.7
Exceptional(3648)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mt. Vernon
Booked 26 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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5. Verde
4.7
Exceptional(1192)
Price: Expensive
• Pizza Bar • Canton
Booked 21 times today
From an extensive list of authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas, to fresh salads & homemade desserts, Verde brings the traditional flavors of Italy to the Canton neighborhood of Baltimore City. The restaurant also offers an assortment of local beers & imported Italian craft beers, a list of hand-selected domestic and Italian wines and an awarding winning cocktail program.Outdoor seating available Order Pick Up at verdepizza.comNightly specials available visit verde.restaurantValet parking nightly with complimentary Sunday to ThursdayWe offer takeout! Please visit our website at www.verdepizza.com to complete your order!
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6. Ouzo Bay - Baltimore
4.6
Exceptional(2741)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Harbor East
Booked 7 times today
Located in Harbor East, Ouzo Bay focuses on authentic Mediterranean cuisine, emphasizing the freshest seafood. The opulent space offers a full service bar, lounge & extensive patio.Ouzo Beach, an outdoor bar & lounge extension, is now open. It is located along the Harbor promenade with a beautiful beach feel including palm trees & waterfront views. Reservations are not available for Ouzo Beach. It is first come, first serve.We promote a dining atmosphere & 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*
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7. The Prime Rib - Baltimore (The Original)
4.7
Exceptional(4516)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 15 times today
The Prime Rib is an American steakhouse reminiscent of a 1940's Supper Club. The Dress Code is Business Casual. Dress shorts are permitted. Live music every night.Special Events: Select Half-Priced Wine List every Sunday. The Prime Rib gift card is available in any denomination, call or email us for details.
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8. Fogo de Chao - Baltimore
3.7
Very Good(4616)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Inner Harbor
Booked 42 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
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9. Conrad's Seafood Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(956)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Perry Hall
Booked 11 times today
Conrad's Seafood Restaurant is a neighborhood gem for its exceptional seafood, with one reviewer stating it's 'the ultimate Maryland seafood experience.' Known for its award-winning crabs and extensive menu, it's a favorite among locals and visitors alike. The reviews speak highly of the excellent service and delicious food, with one reviewer even stating it's the 'best crabby fries in Md.' This is a place where you're guaranteed a great dining experience and some of the best seafood in town.
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10. Angie's Seafood
4.7
Exceptional(1120)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Fells Point
Booked 6 times today
Angie's Seafood is a gem in Baltimore's dining scene. Reviewers praise it as a 'hidden gem', 'quaint and unpretentious' with 'amazing' food. It's a top choice for seafood and its fresh, professionally prepared dishes have won many hearts. The service is outstanding, the ambiance inviting and the overall experience, exceptional. A visit to Angie's Seafood is definitely a memorable affair!
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