Little Donna’s

Friends have raved about Little Donna's for so long and finally, my date suggested this place for dinner and I immediately said yes. We came at the beginning of the weeknight and it was full. We put our name on the waiting list for the high tops and grabbed a drink at the bar while we waited. I got their 3-2-1 Margarita which was delicious. The ingredients were well balanced and it had a good amount of alcohol but was not overwhelming. A table finally opened up and we ordered two apps to share along with a tavern pie. We got their special Lobster Pierogies, Smoked Carolina Trout Dip, and their Fig and Gouda pizza. Our apps came out quickly and I loved both. The pierogies had ample lobster meat and both were so flavorful. I was starting to get full as the app portions were quite large but still made room for the pizza. The pizza was thin crust and crispy and the figs were a nice touch giving it a light sweetness you don't normally find on pizzas - it was so good!Service was friendly and efficient. A cozy neighborhood restaurant with amazing food and drinks. I can't wait to come back to this gem!

Had such a delicious meal at Little Donna's last Saturday to celebrate a birthday! We just had such a great time, the only photo I remembered to grab was the lobster pierogi (usually comes in three, but we added one since we were dining as four!). Our waitress told us this is an item on the menu that rotates, and we are so glad we tried it! We also had the pickle plate (pretty standard with the addition of four deviled eggs which was delicious!)! For the main, we tried the tavern pie and persimmon and pecorino pie (which we added prosciutto on and definitely recommend doing). The pizzas are a good size but are really thin; the tavern pie has lots of toppings so it was hard to eat by picking up! We also had the schnitzel which was excellent! We definitely had left overs. Others at the table tried the cocktails-- no one had any complaints and said all drinks were delicious! I had the crush mocktail and it was delightful. Overall our waitress was great in describing the menu items and making sure to check on us at the right times. It is very cozy in the restaurant, so make sure you make reservations far in advance! There is seating at the bar, but I imagine it is hard to get a seat during peak hours!

Little Donna's lives up to all of the hype. The lobster pierogies were like nothing I'd ever tasted before - the dough was soft but still a bit crunchy on the edges, the filling was silky, and the sauce was buttery and savory and so good I could have eaten it alone. The pickle plate was also a star - with citrusy carrots and deviled eggs. The decor is honey and kitschy, like your great aunt's living room - it was very comfortable and welcoming. The only thing I didn't like was that they charged $7 for a Shirley temple and then another $7 for the refill.

Our first visit to Little Donna was incredible! From the moment we walked in, we loved the warm, cozy vibes and the eclectic decor. All the staff we interacted with were very friendly and super helpful. Our server was Sully, who was fantastic and so attentive. We started off with drinks, I had the Dad's beer on Ice and my husband had The Old Grandpa. Both were great, and mine was enough to last the entire meal. For an appetizer, we had the Little Donna's Pierogis with lobster meat. It was heavenly, I can't even describe it - you have to try it yourself if you love decadent lobster! We also had the pickle plate, which had various pickled items and delicious deviled eggs. Our mains were also amazing. My husband had the pork schnitzel, which is stuffed with kielbasa, and it was five stars. The best schnitzel we've ever had, for sure. I had the chicken and dumplings, which came as the tenderest, perfectly roasted chicken thighs on top of pierogi dumplings and a delicious brown sauce. To end the night, we split the brownie sundae and had two after dinner drinks, the Flor de Luna and the Amaro Soldatini. It was the perfect way to finish the meal. We're already excited to come back and this time try some of the tavern pies! We saw multiple people come pickup pizza while we were dining in.

Have you ever made a reservation but it truly never was made? I did this for the Wednesday night before Thanksgiving which, in the restaurant business, is a very busy night. Yet Gwen and Roo saved the night by allowing our party of 6 to dine outside on a chilly November evening in Baltimore! First, Gwen helped me navigate my reservation "confirmation" which I never truly completed. Oh my! I totally messed up and she could sense my despair so she conversed with her colleague and they agreed to unlock the outside tables and chairs and set us up out there for dinner. Please note, there are NO heaters. Do not try this on your own! Nor should you expect it to happen. Our meal was so so great!We loved our tavern pie with crumbled sausage and banana peppers, and two other pies that rocked! We also loved the Carolina smoked trout dip. Their cocktail list is so diverse, delicious and affordable. We always end up with Eddie as our bartender at the end of the night with Bad Day Rose as our upbeat time to meet other guests and share stories. There is a reason this gem of a neighborhood restaurant has received such accolades.

**delicious, creative dishes!I love Little Donna's! The first time I came, I got the lobster pierogi special and it is one of the best dishes I've had this year. The brown butter sauce is so rich, and the sauerkraut adds interesting texture to the dish. They are generous with the lobster too. I also got a Tavern pizza, which was perfectly charred on the edges.I came again last month for a date night. It was a Tuesday evening, but the restaurant was busy! Reservations are hard to come by for the weekends, but easier for the weekdays. This time I had the stuffed schnitzel, which was really interesting! I personally thought the pork was a bit on the drier and tougher side, but my partner did not mind. Service is usually friendly too!

The cutest little spot in fells. It was my first time in the neighborhood and everyone recommended I come here. I love pierogis but usually they are kind of bland, which was not the case here. I went to a Polish festival over the summer that had some great pierogis, but the ones at Little Donna's blew those out of the park. Best pierogis of my life. Sitting outside wearing a tank top in November was a nice touch too. The Tavern Pizza was also delicious. We will be back!

This is a charming local place. We arrived early for our reservation and hung out at the bar for a while to wait for the folks to leave the table.Service is warm and friendly. I love how our server also provided us with tips and suggestions for our time in town. It was lovely.We found that the chef here spent time at Pizzeria Bianco in Phoenix. We live in LA and visit the Arts District location often to see Chef Chris Bianco and enjoy the pizza.The house salad arrived and while the tangy dressing is delicious, we found the market lettuces to be slightly overdressed.The lobster pirogies were a daily special, and the pirogies themselves were significant. Handmade with house made wrappers and the pan-seared. They were quite the best pirogies I've ever had. The lobster, sauerkraut and tomato butter sauce was more like gilding the lily. We couldn't taste much of the lobster at all.The tavern tomato pie with cheese was a suggestion made by our server. The Bianco tomatoes are the star with a little cheese, garlic and fresh basil. Crispy and delightful.Seared chicken thighs with crispy house dumplings and a lemon-white wine sauce. Solid chicken dish, but while the dumplings were crispy, they were tough and felt overworked.We had a pleasant meal and enjoyed our time.

This is definitely a hot spot in the city if you consider the reservation process. Well worth it once you arrive and have your first bite. We tried the pickle plate, pizza, pierogi, and bluefin tuna sausage. Each dish was described excellently by the staff and they were very attentive. The happy hour was tempting but I am currently on a "dry January" alas. I was disappointed that I was charged $7 for a "mocktail" for ordering a Shirley Temple. The interior is warm, inviting, and similar to a quirky Aunt with great taste.

We have now visited Little Donna's twice, and it has quickly become our go-to pizza spot in Baltimore. Great ambiance throughout the small space. Dimly lit, moderate background noise. Staff are quite friendly and helpful.We have now had three different pizzas, all of them excellent: Cheese pizza, Bianca pizza, and the pear and smoked Gouda pizza. The latter two we paired with their hot honey sauce, and the cheese pizza we paired with their house-made ranch.The menu is pretty small but creative and changes pretty often, though most of the pizzas appear to remain consistent.Can be tough to snag a reservation, but they reserve space for walk-ins.Best pizza we have had thus far in Baltimore. Will be tough to top.