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SoBo Cafe, Baltimore, MD

SoBo Cafe

4.8
4.8
1109 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Located in the quaint neighborhood of Federal Hill, Baltimore. SoBo Cafe continues the tradition of American comfort food with global influences and expands it with vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and keto/paleo options. We serve craft cocktails, local draft beer & carefully selected wines. A perennial favorite among neighbors and visitors, we go out of our way to make everyone feel at home. We are gluten-free, vegetarian & vegan friendly.

We are a short walk from Camden Yards/Oriole Park & M&T/Ravens Stadium. We are very close to the Convention Center, Downtown & the Inner Harbor.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (410) 752-1518
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Our Business Lunch Platters or Boxed Lunches feature<br />handcrafted sandwiches or wraps<br />healthy salads with our freshly made dressings<br />gluten free, vegan &amp; vegetarian friendly<br />We will customize any order to suit your taste or diet. <br />Please contact us for more information.<br />Linda / linda.sobocafe@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Showers/Rehearsal Dinners / Anniversaries / Birthdays. SoBo Cafe is the perfect place for all special events!
  • Area
    Federal Hill
  • Cross Street
    Between S. Charles & S. Hanover Streets
  • Parking details
    Street (please read signs carefully)<br />Evenings - Shofer"s Furniture Parking Lot (Hamburg St entrance) - one block from SoBo Café - evening paid parking<br />West St Parking Garage - 40 E West Street - paid parking
  • Public transit
    Charm City Circulator (Purple Line) Stops: Cross Street or Henrietta Street, MTA (1 or 64 Lines)
  • Entertainment
    Music Tuesdays - join us for live music (acoustic or jazz) on select Tuesdays
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

What 1,109 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Best Value

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    American

  • Baltimore

    Best Overall

  • Baltimore

    Best Service

  • Baltimore

    Best Value

  • Baltimore

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Baltimore

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SoBo Cafe is a beloved neighborhood gem renowned for its "excellent food," varied and eclectic menu, and outstanding service. Guests appreciate the warm, lively atmosphere and its proximity to Baltimore attractions. Highlights include "delicious" dishes like the Sobo burger and chicken pot pie, and a welcoming staff that ensures an unforgettable dining experience.

1,109 Reviews
  1. Brian

    VIP

    Orlando

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good menu selection. We tried several things and everything was great.

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  2. Nouran

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    food and drinks are always sooo. delicious. i’ve had the mushroom ravioli and the korean shortrib and both 10/10! even the caesar salad was immaculate. it’s a cute spot and helpful service even when i tried a new drink and didn’t like it and sent it back for a different drink.

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  3. Anne

    VIP

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, delightful dinner- friendly, helpful service, interesting menu, delicious food, all served in timely manner. Especially love the chicken pot pie and its flaky crust and the southwest salad with salmon.

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  4. Nauman

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 28 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and drinks, went for restaurant week would definitely go back on regular days
    SoBo CafeResponded on 30 January 2025
    Thank you so much for choosing to dine with us for Restaurant Week. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your visit and look forward to seeing you again soon.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My girlfriend and I had a lovely dining experience for restaurant week. Will definitely be returning!

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  6. Nicholas

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We come to SoBo every few weeks. Great neighborhood bistro. Menu is short but eclectic. Everyone happy with their appetizers and entrees. Waitstaff and bartenders always attentive and friendly. We were a party of 5 and everyone enjoyed their food and the live music that was playing.

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  7. Robert

    VIP

    Baltimore

    64 reviews

    4.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    SoBo Cafe never disappoints. It has an interesting menu and the dishes are all very good. Service is outstanding. They don't rush you which, in this day and age, is refreshing. No doubt that I'll be back. This is just a hidden gem.

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  8. Tim

    VIP

    Baltimore

    56 reviews

    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A true neighborhood gem, in a great location. Great menu and great service

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  9. Jill

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and lots of options. Great cocktails also

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  10. Lisa

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spencer provides great service and the food was delicious.

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FAQs

SoBo Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 752-1518.

SoBo Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 1109 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for SoBo Cafe

6 W Cross Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between S. Charles & S. Hanover Streets
  • Area
    Federal Hill
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street (please read signs carefully)<br />Evenings - Shofer"s Furniture Parking Lot (Hamburg St entrance) - one block from SoBo Café - evening paid parking<br />West St Parking Garage - 40 E West Street - paid parking
  • Public transit
    Charm City Circulator (Purple Line) Stops: Cross Street or Henrietta Street, MTA (1 or 64 Lines)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Music Tuesdays - join us for live music (acoustic or jazz) on select Tuesdays
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (410) 752-1518
  • Catering
    Our Business Lunch Platters or Boxed Lunches feature<br />handcrafted sandwiches or wraps<br />healthy salads with our freshly made dressings<br />gluten free, vegan &amp; vegetarian friendly<br />We will customize any order to suit your taste or diet. <br />Please contact us for more information.<br />Linda / linda.sobocafe@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Showers/Rehearsal Dinners / Anniversaries / Birthdays. SoBo Cafe is the perfect place for all special events!
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