Mouthwatering New American in Baltimore

Marker Five

★★★★☆ 4.1 (78) • $$

"We loved the service and the view of the drawbridge and marina. All of our entrees were delicious. We will definitely be back when we come back to the Shore. Tilghman Island is a fun place to visit. Highly recommend this place."

Avenue Kitchen & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.8 (475) • $$$

"If you haven't been to this place but want to, I strongly suggest you go during happy hour or on a Monday (all day happy hour!). I went with a friend during happy hour and loved the selection of food and drinks. We each ordered a sangria (available red or white) and split 4 apps. Even with the auto-gratuity of 20%, the meal was still very affordable!We ordered the bang bang shrimp (not part of happy hour), crab dip, smoked wings, and roasted brussel sprouts. The wings and crab dip were okay (I could've sworn it used to come with pretzels) but I loved the brussel sprouts and bang bang shrimp. The food also came out really quick, which was a nice plus."

The Tasting Room

★★★★☆ 4.1 (517) • $$$

"An amazing experience stepping into The Tasting Room, with casually, upscale, dressed people dining at tables and booths to the left and a smallish bar with dinner seating straight ahead. The bar service is friendly quick and efficient, I didn't sit saving room for those whom were looking to eat dinner. Next time I will comment on their food, it looked delicious!"

The County Cork Wine Pub

★★★★☆ 3.9 (180) • $$

"The chef takes pride in his creations, the bartenders and wait staff are awesome, and the music on Friday nights is great. An Eldersburg restaurant that shouldn't be missed!"

Peter's Inn

★★★★☆ 3.9 (240) • $$

"I had dinner at Peter's Inn with my husband and a friend for her birthday recently. It's one of her favorite restaurants in the city, and she chose it for her birthday dinner!The menu at Peter's Inn changes all the time. When you arrive, you receive a handwritten menu with their offerings that day. So most of what we tried might not be on the menu anymore, but here's what we ate: an endive salad; tuna tartare; a NY strip with mashed potatoes, a few green beans, a carrot, and a pickle spear; their creamed spinach; a lobster pot pie; a mango sorbet; a lemon sorbet; and a chocolate pot de creme. I wouldn't say that any of the food was very memorable except for that creamed spinach (they add Pernod, which gives it a great flavor); I was skeptical when our waiter recommended we ordered the creamed spinach (it's not usually very good, is it?!), but it was the standout for me of the whole meal. I do like the menu and would be willing to go back to try more of their food - mostly because the rest of the experience was a standout for me. The ambiance and the service were exceptional! We sat at a table outside, which was perfect. The seating is in front of the restaurant on the sidewalk, so it couldn't feel more like a neighborhood bistro! And our waiter was just wonderful; he was personal, funny, chatty, helpful,...he was just great. And it was clear he loves Peter's Inn. On my first visit, the food didn't blow me away. But the experience did. I'll be back. A wonderful neighborhood spot in the heart of Fells Point!"

Harry Browne's

★★★★☆ 3.8 (228) • $$$

"My second time here and I was again charmed. I can't decide if it's the food or service I like better. They are both excellent. The menu has dishes that are somewhat traditional Maryland staples but each one has a special twist that takes it to a new level. One of my favorites is the Roasted Local Oysters with Chorizo sausage, fresh mozzarella and garlic butter served with sliced baguette. YUM! But I also can't say enough about the service. The staff are super accommodating. It's almost like they can anticipate what you want or they try to imagine how to provide you with the best experience. This will always be at the top of my list when I visit Annapolis!"

17 Light Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (59) • $$

"While on a conference in Baltimore, we decided to meet a colleague who was staying in the residence inn and she suggested the hotel restaurant. Unfortunately, it turned out to be a terrible suggestion. First of all, on a cold rainy night, you don't want to walk into a restaurant to have dinner, only to find out you have to keep your jackets on because it is colder inside than outside!! Secondly, even though there were like two other customers, the service was excruciatingly slow. I decided to order a crab soup to get warm and a blackened tuna wrap, both of which were awful. The soup tasted like canned crushed tomatoes mostly and I was not warned that it was going be spicy. The tuna was super cold and grossly under seasoned. The wasabi aioli was watery and kept spilling everywhere and it was quite tasteless. All in all, a bad experience. I would have enjoyed a subway more!"

Libbey's Coastal Kitchen and Cocktails

★★★★☆ 4 (173) • $$$

"It's a different experience to arrive at Libbey's waterside by boat, than driving up in the parking lot. There are 3-4 dock Spaces for 23-ft boats and a marina to accommodate larger crafts. (Gas was not operable at the time of this post, which increased dock space, but stinks of you need a refill on petrol. Check out Libbey's drink specials, as the ambiance is great, especially if you're there for the views. Waitstaff staff is friendly and knows the menu well."

David's

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (243) • $$

"This place has been on my radar for 2 years to visit and today was my time to shine !!1st, let me tell you how long it took me to find this establishment.Totally my fault for not doing my research. I parked in the garage of the casino, which was pretty overwhelming yet, convenient and safe. It was not necessary. I walked 3K miles confused through the casino looking for the restaurant w semi - confusing signs to guide me.This restaurant is located off the lobby of the hotel. You can park FREE in the outdoor parking lot that has Costco in it and walk across the street.Lesson learned.Anyhoo, as I entered the establishment, the place was gorge.Attractive seating, great decor, perfect natural lighting, and plenty of space for the buffet stations.I visited for my ggggf's birthday brunch. I was greeted by Becky who was super-duper. She was helpful and expedited our beverages as needed as well as made sure we did not have dirty plates in front of us. She was kind and a pleasure to talk to.The buffet had great options. My fav was the fruit, pot roast and shrimp.There were so many other yum options.There was an omelet station as well as a fresh filet carving station too.David's will definitely continue to earn my business, they've earned that !!"

Corinthian Lounge & Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (35) • $

"The food is GREAT! Love the wings and crabs .Drinks...Nope...Watered down. I like it for happy hour or an early dinner, not my cup of tea for evenings."

Bridges Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (366) • $$

"As you can see from my many prior reviews this is one of my best places to stop for lunch when I visit my family in Virginia. I was here twice for lunch with my family of three in December before and after Christmas. I will summarize both lunches here. My first visit was on Saturday at 11:45 am prior to Christmas. We were seated at a nice table on the glass panels overlooking the narrows. I started with my sugar plum martini for $11. I also enjoyed my usual tuna sashimi for $19.50. I ended my lunch with my usual draft Devil's Backbone for $6.50. My total bill was $101 excluding gratuity. Grant R. served us very well. I returned here again on the Sunday after Christmas at 2 pm. This time the place was packed with customers, therefore we could not sit on a table on the glass panels but we did have a table one table away from the glass panels. This time I started with my bourbon smash for $12. I again enjoyed my tuna sashimi for $19.50. My tuna sashimi tasted great both times. I again ended my lunch with my draft Devil's Backbone for $6.50. My total bill was $82 excluding gratuity. Savannah B. served us very well. We agreed we will continue to return here again for lunch. See my many pics."

The Society Restaurant and Lounge

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (721) • $$

"I HAD A BALL! I haven't been out in a "Club" setting for quite a few year (I'm embarrased to say) and i wasn't sure how it would make me feel. But it was nice, there was enough room for people to dance, talk, drink and even stand against the wall without getting bumped into. There are two levels and both of them had a different vibe. The drink are priced the way club drinks are priced, and they weren't as strong as I thought they would be. Even though I asked for a Patron Magarita I KNOW they added some rail Tequilla because I had a headache the next day. But its whatever, I enjoyed it when I was there!"

The Hickory Lodge

★★★★☆ 3.5 (212) • $$

"10/10 recommend!We went on a Sunday afternoon and it wasn't too busy. There are several seating areas! We have no complaints. The bartender was very helpful and polite! She actually gave recommendations and she did not fail us. The crabby fries were so delicious I forgot to snap a picture. The blueberry bourbon smash isn't on the menu but she had to problem making it for me. Stir fry - made to order and was finger licking goodMeatloaf- the way it was inhaled I knew it was good I can't wait to go back and the try different things"

1771 G&T

★★★★☆ 3.8 (26)

"Proof that you don't have to be sucked in by the overpriced chain eatery's to have a good experience. Steaming hot summer afternoon, walked in for a quiet, relaxing lunch of a couple of salads.. Server was on the ball, quite a character in a good way and a hip dude. My fiance and I combined the watermelon salad and an arugula and greens salad which made for refreshing lunch. The meal did not bust the bank like the other restaurants who are fully embracing 'Greedflation'. Anyway, we left satisfied with our food and enjoyed a little spirited conversation with the server, who btw, reminded us of Wyatt Langmore from Ozark..hahaha.."

Highlands Cafè and Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (50) • $$

"Great parking, great service, great food, and great music! I've heard about Highlands and I'm so happy that I've finally given it a try. We went for dinner and drinks and both were delicious. Can't wait to try them for breakfast."

The Social

★★★★☆ 3.9 (88)

"Time to nourish on a busy weekend, I came upon The Social on the stretch of Ritchie Hwy. As the sun melted away the early morning snow and fairly open lot, I walked in and the place was quiet. Gentle to the eyes and modern, The Social is bright with open dining spaces. Bar tops and table seating options are plenty while booths are limited to 4 total, 3 towards the restrooms, and one tucked away up front near the bar. The Social's menu offers harvest from the land and sea, and in between, I was happy to see one of my desired salad, their take on it of course, the Winter Cranberry. I added grilled shrimp (+12 for 6pcs), dressing on the side, and it satisfied. The service was short. Enough just to serve, but nothing beyond "we hope to see you again!" type. If you're around the area, stop by and see what The Social is about!"

Iron Bridge Wine Company

★★★★☆ 4.1 (683) • $$$

"Iron Bridge has been serving fine dining and pair the experience with amazing wine selections for over 20 years. They are conveniently located in Columbia Maryland.Dining has become too fast paced, with the focus being on turning tables. Iron Bridge is different. They have always provided a dining experience. The menu is always changing and highlights local sources. This is a great place to celebrate a special occasion or just grab a quick nibble and wine at the bar. Don't forget to finish your meal with the Crème brûlée or the bread puddling!"

Spready Oak Country Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (53) • $

"Back in 1978 I left Pennsylvania behind to pursue my dreams. In the ensuing 40 years, although I have never returned to Pennsylvania to live I have made the trip many times for visits. When I do, I typically pass by this small Cafe. And for 40 years I've been telling myself I should stop in but the time was never right. Today my bride and I decided to have breakfast on the way back home and we finally paid this place a visit. It's a shame that I waited so long!The small Cafe is mostly a hangout for locals, the kind of place where the customers greet the waitress by name and vice versa. The interior is small but comfortable, featuring about 6 booths and four or five four top dining tables.We were greeted as we stepped in the door and told that we could sit wherever we liked. Three or four tables were occupied by obvious locals engaged in post breakfast conversation. The noise gave the restaurant a pleasant hum but was not annoying.The waitress quickly took our drink orders and brought me a cup of extremely good coffee. There were several daily specials posted on a blackboard as well as an extensive menu. Being a Pennsylvania native I was hoping for some good scrapple, but alas the brand served here is Rapa which we do not enjoy. So I decided to pass and went instead for the eggs with Spam. I don't often eat spam but every once in awhile I feel a need for it. The chef here at the country Cafe knows how to make breakfast. The Sunny side up eggs and spam were cooked to perfection and the home fries very good. My wife opted for the French toast which she enjoyed thoroughly.Prices were reasonable and the restaurant is very clean to include the restrooms. Of note, they can't add tips on to the credit card payments so you might want to bring some cash."

Stan & Joe's Saloon

★★★★☆ 3.6 (150) • $$

"Ahhh yes! They had live music and that makes it my favorite place to drink in Annapolis! Very chill vibes. Water coolers around (so smart). Back patio. Lots of space. LIVE MUSIC UP FRONT! Excellent."

Sizzle Eat Drink Dance

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (78) • $$

"Stopped in on this rainy Friday, great music, great speciality drinks, food options; amazing, mixed crowd - all levels so don't come with bias - Come to have a good time - great for groups, birthday parties, meetings or solo ---Bartenders mix well and are attentive.I'm a former club head so 5 stars from me is pretty hottttt - if you're not interested in being here when there's a crowd come early - cover charge at the door - cards accepted for all payments."

Libations

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (294) • $$

"This place was more impressive than I expected. I thought it was just a pub or a bar but the food was excellent. We ordered crab dip, wings nachos and salmon salad. Everything was flavored extremely well and I can't wait to try more of the menu. I ate one of my friends wings and it was juicy and very tasty. My salmon was perfectly cooked and melted in my mouth. The service was extremely pleasant and helpful suggesting menu items and drinks. The area set up to lounge on couches or traditional restaurant tables and chairs. can't wait to come back."

Good Vibes Cantina

★★★★☆ 3.7 (25)

"Good vibes , Good food, Good energy! Happy hour Monday-Saturday 3pm-7pm (lots of drink and food specials!)Tip: the chefs are the owner so the food is made with love! They have a DJ on the weekends 8pm-1amThey are open late. They have great food. Reasonable priced. They have great vibes! I love it here! Parking can be a challenge sometimes otherwise it's a 10 /10 for me!"

Blackwall Hitch

★★★★☆ 3.7 (886) • $$$

"Came here for dinner on a Saturday, and enjoyed the food and ambiance so much we came back for happy hour later in the week. Everything we ate was great. I especially enjoyed the Brussel sprouts and filet. Service was excellent both times, and we even got to enjoy some live music the second time. Definitely a new favorite happy hour spot"

George Martin's Grillfire

★★★★☆ 3.7 (504) • $$$

"The Wife, our 2yr old & I visited George Martin's Grillfire bc we were staying in the hotel attached to the restaurant - The Arundel Preserve. Our waitress Mya was really nice, and when we asked her suggestions she gave us two: the Steak strips appetizer & my entree, and they both were a hit. Mya can be trusted. 10/10. There was literally no wait time & was seated really quickly even though the restaurant felt pretty busy & our food came out really fast.. 10/10. On to our meals...Our appetizer was the Steak Strips & man were they tender & flavorful. 9/10. My son got the Kids Mac & Cheese but the Wife & I had some too. 6/10. It wasn't bad by any stretch but it was a different variation of Mac & Cheese than what I am used to, but that's ok. It was still good. For Entrees the Wife got the days special, Australian Lamb chops w/ mash potatoes & broccoli & rated it a 10/10. I got the Braised BBQ Short rib w/ crispy onion straws on a bed of mash potatoes & man were those ribs tender & delicious. 10/10 For dessert, I got the Crème Brûlée & the Wife & kiddo split a dairy free, gluten free brownie that tasted like the regular version. 10/10. In closing, we had a really good time & the Mrs. Keeps raving about wanting to return."

Lima's Chicken

★★★★☆ 3.8 (91) • $

"I absolutely loved Lima's when they were located in Bowie, so when I realized they had a location in Annapolis, I knew I had to stop in! I popped in on a Monday afternoon and ordered my favorite meal, 1/4 chicken white meat, black beans, fried rice, and mixed veggies. The staff was friendly and accommodating and the restaurant itself was clean and pretty empty. I took my food home and I was eager to dig in, only to be rather unimpressed. It wasn't the same Lima's I was accustomed to. The black beans were extremely bland, like I had to add my own seasonings to even make them edible, but on the other spectrum, the mixed veggies were overly seasoned - to the point of being salty. Heck, even the yellow sauce I received was salty. The chicken was still tender and delish and the fried rice was perfect. It just seemed like my meal was just thrown off with the other hiccups. This was once my favorite Peruvian spots around town. Will I return, perhaps. Hopefully, it was just a bad day for the person(s) who seasoned the food."

Pool N Pints

★★☆☆☆ 2.4 (10) • $$

"So the outside of this place looks shady and then you walk into a very clean, organized sports bar run by a British ex-pat.The wings were never frozen and fried fresh with some great sauces.I was pleasantly surprised to find this place. It was so good I went back the next day."

Monocacy Crossing

★★★★☆ 4.1 (277) • $$

"Always imaginative and creative food here. Get the crab deviled eggs! Check out the subtle flavor of the homemade bread!"

Nuzback's

★★★★☆ 3.6 (57) • $

"First let me say when I arrived to this place I was like "Where in the Son's of Anarchy am I?!" But I quickly learned not to judge a dive bar by how it looks lol I came here with a couple of friends for their happy hour. I ordered the honey old bay wings, sweet potato fries, and a couple of margaritas. The drinks were ok, not great, but not bad, just your typical rail drinks. Now on to the sweet potato fries, they were crispy, hot, and taste fresh. I never had sweet potato waffle fries but my tats buds and belly were happy. Ok now to the main course, the wings! O-M-Friggin-G were they delicious! They were cooked to perfection, not too hard and not too mushy. They had both crunch and moisture, and the amount of honey old bay seasoning was just right. I ate every last one of wings, along with a couple from the other plates on the table, and did a little dance while doing so.Without the wings this place is a 2.5, with the wings and cheap prices it's a 3.5. If you're looking for a cheap happy hour with great wings and scent drinks this may be your place."

Silver Spring Mining Company

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (87) • $$

"We met our son and grand-children at Silver Spring to celebrate our son's 50th birthday. We had a made a reservation and they gave us a choice of tables when we arrived, which I really appreciated. We chose a round table close to the fireplace. It was a great choice - very quiet. Our son ordered the Ahi Tuna Appetizer Special, which was a generous portion of sesame-crusted tuna with two sauces. The sauces were Cusabi and Sriracha - both very spicy. For his main course, he had the Sizzlin' Steak Fajitas, which came to the table smoking - they were served with shredded lettuce, salsa, sour cream, Cheddar Jack cheese, and warm tortillas. His only complaint was that the tortillas were too small. Our grandson started with the fresh garden salad of mixed greens with cucumber, tomato and croutons with blue cheese dressing. He went all out and tried the Crisfield Burger Blackened that was topped with shrimp, crabmeat, grilled ham, Cheddar Jack cheese, and tiger sauce. It was enormous, and he devoured it all.My husband and my grand-daughter had the all-natural Black Angus Silver Spring Burger, one with gorgonzola cheese and one with American cheese. The burgers came with French fries and a pickle. They were very pleased with their burgers. I had the 1/2 portion of Sour Beef and Dumplings, but I requested a second dumpling in place of the Cole slaw. I have ordered the 1/2 portion at the other Silver Spring Mining Company location and got considerably more beef than I received this time. The flavor was very good. I was disappointed that the restaurant did nothing to help us celebrate our son's 50th birthday even though we told them when we made the reservation, and we told our server as well. Would have been nice to have offered him something!"

Sparrows Point Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.5 (37) • $$

"if you are hungry for some down to earth good food with generous portions, then come on in.This place has a feel of casualness.We ordered the Italian cold cut sub with the works minus anything spicy hot. Sub roll was fresh, and the meats were all good quality. I got the open faced turkey with French fries and gravy.The turkey is cooked on site, not a deli meat, and was all breast meat and lots of it. Crinkle cut fries, cooked to order. All covered with gravy. The server recommended this dish as one of the go-to dishes.The food was honestly fantastic. And the prices are much better than other places we've been to.Service was super! We will be back!Plenty of parking"

The Point in Fells

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (561) • $$

"I visited for my daughter's 28th birthday and it was a delight! The bottomless mimosas and the fried deviled eggs were the star of the show. The service was good and the drinks and food were consistently pleasing. The vibes are good and it's pretty spacious upstairs if you have bigger parties. I would definitely go back again for brunch & bottomless!"

Della Rose's Perry Hall Pub

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (16)

"Great food and awesome service. Bartenders were super friendly and welcoming. Had the blackened salmon Caesar salad and wings. The atmosphere felt like a true local pub."

Falls Road Carry Out

★★★★☆ 3.5 (34) • $$

"This is a place that never has an off night. I love how they always have special that change every month. I also love the cream of crab soup. That's right you heard it cream of crab that's good at a carry out Place. The seafood club is also worth trying if you want a lot of food. Shrimp salad is also nothing to complain about."

Yebo Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.3 (153) • $$

"Good Folks I've been M.I.A for a few days because I've been sick!! Hold up, I'm fully recovered, no high blood pressure, sugar is fine, just was doing too much!! I'm back, & first up is Yebo Kitchen!! Yebo is Zulu for Yes!! Spoiler alert...there was nothing bad here!! So YEBO...GET THERE!!.Where I am: @yebokitchemdmv.Location Reviewed: 2219 Maryland Ave., Baltimore Maryland..Items Reviewed:Their Tapas-small platesSTAMP!! Their Salmon Nacho Bowl ($15 with a caper aioli, tomatoes, & a chili crunch). Lite & crispy restaurant style tortillas, well seasoned thick salmon, & mildly spicy!!STAMP!! Their Lobster Pot Pie with Cheddar Bay Biscuits ($23 with lobster, peas n carrots, & biscuit topped). Slim...this is everything a pot pie is supposed to be!! Fluffy, cheesy, garlicky biscuits, with a buttery lobster, & creamy pie!!STAMP!! Their 8 Hour Roasted Oxtails ($18 with jerk gravy, & Korean rice n peas). Tender tails, a savory gravy, & a high quality rice!!STAMP!! Their Mango Lemonade Crush ($7 with mango, ginger, & citrus). Fresh, tasty, & palate cleansing!!Their EntreeSTAMP!! Their Whole Fried Branzino ($38 with battered, & seasoned Seabass in a lemongrass sauce, with optional Korean green beans). Nice & crisp batter, sweet, & lemony sauce, & crispy green beans!!DessertSTAMP!! Their Ohhh Banana Pudding ($9 with caramelized banana, cream, & cookie crumble). Sweet banana, creamy, & tasty!!.Customer Service: On Point .Parking: Rough!! It was packed in there!!.Recommendations: Get everything I got!!!5 Stars=STAMP4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT4 Stars=DELICIOUS3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS1 Star=NAH#Bigschlimsreviews"

Station 4

★★★☆☆ 3.4 • $$

"Station 4 has been on my list for awhile & has garnered a big buzz recently. This restaurant is not new on the DC scene but when influencers start raving about it on TikTok, people come to check out the hype. We had a 1:45 rezzie for Saturday Brunch. It was giving festive vibes. I saw a table of ladies dressed in their holiday one piece pjs having the time of their lives & others folks on dates. We were immediately seated & our server Jeff greeted us. I didn't see kids offerings although my 5 year old nephew was dining with us. I ordered the challah French toast (no powdered sugar), eggs over med with cheddar. Didn't realize my eggs came with home fries & toast. It was a lot of food! I also ordered a mango mojito mocktail. Nephew also wanted French toast, eggs, bacon then poured syrup over everything!!! Sis ordered the breakfast burger with fries & bottomless mimosas. The food was seasoned well and service was on point! I enjoyed my first visit!Come here for the vibes. However, don't expect to have deep conversations during brunch. It's loud!! I couldn't hear the people sitting at my table."