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Donna's - Cross Keys
Donna's - Cross Keys

Donna's - Cross Keys Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://www.donnas.com
  • Email: donnasbiz@aol.com
  • Phone: (410) 532-7611
  • Hours of Operation: Monday - Saturday: 9:00am - 11:00am; Sunday Brunch: 10:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday: 2:00pm - 5:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 8:30pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean, American
  • Executive Chef: Ian Standford
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Smoking Area, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Catering: Donna's is well done for it's sandwich and salad platters, and can also cater any level of luncheon or dinner party

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Northern Parkway
  • Parking: Public Lot
  • Parking Details: Lots of private lot parking immediately in front of restaurant, with ample handicapped parking
A word from Donna's - Cross Keys
From its roots as Baltimore's leading coffee bar/cafe, Donna's Cross Keys has evolved to offering a full restaurant menu with fresh, inventive, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Enjoy your meal with some of our premium wines, innovative cocktails or craft beers.
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerItalian
  • Diners' Choice WinnerGreat for Lunch
  • Diners' Choice WinnerOutdoor Dining
Diner Reviews
  • "Food is delicious. I would recommend Donna's offering turkey bacon or turkey or chicken sausage for brunch (in addition to the pork bacon or sausage that's offered). It's frustrating not having that as an option. Not everyone os a pork eater."
    Dined on 3/2/2014
  • "We received a warm welcome. I had requested a quiet spot as we were conducting business. They put us in a corner and it was okay. Service was very good. I had tomato bisque and sweet potato fries....both were delicious"
    Dined on 3/6/2014
  • "Good food and reliable. Overall established crowd - excellent for those living just north over the City line who don't want to go downtown. Good for a spontaneous well crafted dinner. Quite reliable. Sophisticated without being stuffy."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "Another excellent meal. Valentine's Day special menu was fanstastic."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "We love Donna's. And we love that there was a "special" valentine's meal. The strawberry and blood orange salad was delicious, although we didn't see any blood orange. The passion fruit palate cleanser sorbet was tasty and sweet. The main dish tiny bird was an unusual disappointment. Very very little meat overwhelmed with a lot of goat cheese "stuffing." Next occasion we will order something else. We still love Donna's."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Donna's Cross Keys had a wonderful, reasonably priced prix fixe for Valentine's weekend, and we were not disappointed. Excellent fried oysters and lamb chops cooked to order, plus very unusual and delicious preparation of escargot. It is worth the drive from Columbia, MD. If we lived nearby, we would be there once a week!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Donnas is usually consistent, delicious, and inviting. This Valentines day special meal was such a disappointment. The prix fixe menu was sans one item before 7 pm (the waiter failed to alert us ). Bronzino was fishy smelling, and smelling and so full of bones as to be unworthy of the effort. The worst was the waiter---inattentive and distracted. Needed repeated reminders about the orders! Just not up to what this restaurant does so well!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We were only provided with the specials/xtra special expensive holiday menu and were not informed we could order off the menu. The bread was stale, the dinners cold, the lamb was very fatty and overall way too pricey for the quality of the meal."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Delicious food, but our server was horrible. He never came around, seemed very full of himself (too good to be of assistance), took our food away without asking if we were done (we were not done), and was all around horrible. However, when the owner, Donna, came out to deliver some of our dishes, she was very lovely and treated us well. I'm sorry that she was employing such a poor server. I would say that this is not typical of the service they provide, but since it was a business dinner, I felt a bit embarrassed that my guest did not get the care and service I had hoped for."
    Dined on 2/12/2014
  • "I've dined at Donna's many times but this lunch was a major disappointment. Roast beef sandwich on brioche was a special of the day, but it was far from special. The server responded to my inquiry that the roast beef was rare, but when it arrived it was dark brown, dry, and had a strongly unpleasant metallic flavor. The accompanying potatoes were cold. My companion had the other special of the day, shrimp salad served on a bed of greens and she enjoyed her lunch. When I asked about the apple cake dessert, the server could not describe it except to say it was "dry." I decided to skip dessert. Water refills came only upon request. Surprisingly, Donna was in the restaurant but clearly not overseeing her kitchen."
    Dined on 2/10/2014
  • "It was a smooth and lovely evening. They even served her vegan desserts I bought from whole foods! Donna served them and came out 2 times to see us. Excellent new menu, many vegan options. Heartfelt thanks on a perfect surprise party!"
    Dined on 1/30/2014
  • "We always enjoy Donna's. The staff is more than welcoming. The food is hot and good. We never go home disappointed."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "Donna's is consistently good and dependable. The server, Sam, and the service was perfect. The food presentation was very inviting."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "I have come here twice lately to meet a friend for lunch. My one friend had a baby and the staff was very accommodating. I love the food and the service was outstanding. It has become one of my favorite spots for lunch."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "Donnas is consistently very good and sometimes up there with the best in terms of food. Value for the price can't be beat!"
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "We really appreciate everything they offer at Donna's: great wines, delicious food and a almost sophisticated kid's menu. While it includes the standard fare (burger and pizza) it also includes salad and hummus platter. It would be great if the kids menu also included one seafood item (maybe salmon or fish and chips?). We enjoy the chance to eat "adult" foods with our kids. And the brownie sundae is the best."
    Dined on 1/30/2014
  • "The restaurant was busy so our waiter was a bit abrupt.."
    Dined on 1/29/2014
  • "For the price, the salads were quite sparse. Other restaurants offer much tastier and generous plates at the same cost...and nice places, too."
    Dined on 1/29/2014
  • "With a menu that appeals to vegan and not, with a waitress who was charming, attentive, and knowledgeable, with decent prices and ample variety, how could one not have a very positive experience at Donna's?"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "This restaurant is very enjoyable. The food is very good. The ambiance is pleasant. The noise level is reasonable, making it a comfortable place to dine with friends or family when conversation is an important factor. Also, I enjoy the outdoor area and view."
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Our group of 7 had a great time with individualized service from an attentive server. Good food, attractively presented, and we enjoyed the variety of oyster dishes."
    Dined on 1/22/2014
  • "We went to dine here at 8pm on a Sunday and felt very out of place. Although there were many others there we got odd stares from the wait staff, poor service all for 4 raviolis that costed 20 dollars. I would not recommend it."
    Dined on 1/20/2014
  • "We used to go to Donna's downtown all the time when we lived in Baltimore in the 90s. When we moved back, we found that there was one close to our house here, but hadn't gotten to try it. We came home from a vacation and didn't want to cook or shop after our flight, and thought we'd check it out. We're very glad we did. Our food was delicious, and mine was plentiful enough to get a second meal out of it for lunch the next day. We were pleased to see the little wine bar area and we'll definitely be back!"
    Dined on 1/20/2014
  • "Donna's at Crossed Keys is always good. I don't find it outstanding, and do consider it overpriced, but the menu is creative, and finding a place on short notice, where parking is free and adequate, is sometimes all I need to be happy."
    Dined on 1/16/2014
  • "Wonderful food and service. Great for quiet dinners, birthday celebrations or just a wonderful meal with fabulous food."
    Dined on 1/16/2014
  • "I have been here many times over the years. Today, my friend and I both ordered the salmon on salad and it was delicious! The salmon was seared beautifully so that it was crispy on the top side but moist and flakey on the inside. Perfect atmosphere for lunch. You can sit and chat without feeling like anyone is rushing you out."
    Dined on 1/15/2014
  • "The food was good but we were seated in a very close environment with people who kept getting up to go to the brunch buffet. Rather annoying meal."
    Dined on 1/12/2014
  • "Never disappointed; delish lamb meatballs and salad;warming Irish coffee;my friend enjoyed the cod;best of all we could converse w/o having to scream. So many newer places have acoustics that make it impossible to hear across the table. Donna's has become a go to for a nice dinner lunch or brunch for me and my friends."
    Dined on 1/9/2014
  • "I absolutely loved this place for lunch - the food was great. I thoroughly enjoyed the cracked pepper kobe burger and plan to return to try more items on the menu. This is the perfect place to have my "Girls Night Out" evening."
    Dined on 1/2/2014
  • "We ate inside the tent on the terrace with small lights around the edges,making it very festive.The food of the prefix dinner was excellent!"
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "This is one of our favorite go-to places near our neighborhood. Always friendly service and relaxed inviting atmosphere. The ricotta gnocchi was one of the best I've ever had and being Italian-American, I'm pretty picky. The filet mignon melted in your mouth and the chocolate truffle dessert was a creamy delight. We love taking guests here because there is always something for everyone on the menu. A neighborhood treasure."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Always consistently delicious, wonderful service and nice dining experience!"
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Donnas is one of the under rated restaurants. The food is always good, fresh ingredients, sim"
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "I just wanted something light so chose the Kale and white bean soup.My waitress looked hard to find a croissant since they were out of bagels.Just right for what I wanted"
    Dined on 12/28/2013
  • "I was not aware that they only had specials for Christmas's eve, which we had to ask for a regular menu. Due to awkward situation, two of us decided to go ahead and order the specials while one of us shared some with us. This was a five course dinner... mostly in small portions. We have never had that kind of food they served but to our surprise, the food was very good (mostly, fish ingredients)."
    Dined on 12/24/2013
  • "We've been going to Donna's at Cross Keys since it opened and have always loved it. For the past two years, it's been a meeting place for my husband's sister and brother-in-law as they drive from Indiana to New Jersey. They were so impressed last year that they wanted to return this year. It was outstanding as usual. Iy's not really a complaint, but the portions are very generous. But the food, of course, is wonderful."
    Dined on 12/23/2013
  • "The food was tasty as usual. The waiter and manager were kind and professional, but the hostess was unhappy to see us. She wasn't able to find our reservation, and immediately had a nasty attitude. The manager was informed that our 1000 point OpenTable reservation couldn't be located. In the end the manager found our name and, dinner was delicious. There is a high turnover rate for hostesses, so she'll probably be gone soon. (she won't be missed)"
    Dined on 12/7/2013
  • "It is always a great pleasure to dine at Donna's. Even just exploring the menu is a great adventure, and the food is always superb. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and servers are attentive, responsive, and friendly. Everyone loves going to Donna's."
    Dined on 12/6/2013
  • "Perfect location to meet for folks coming from many directions. Great accommodations for large groups. Donna's presence and graciousness makes everyone feel like she is welcoming you to her home. Our waiter was the perfect mix of being helpful, attentive, and provided great service. And of course the food was magnificent! Clean plates all around!"
    Dined on 12/3/2013
  • "Close parking, staff attending but not overbearing, good place for long chat on a Sunday."
    Dined on 11/24/2013
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Diners' Choice Awards
  • Baltimore / Maryland Winners
  • Great for Lunch
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
  • Baltimore Winners
  • Italian
  • Great for Lunch
  • Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
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Plan your next party here
Donna's- Cross Keys offers room for private dining that can accommodate a variety of gatherings from cocktail events to full … sit down dinners. Our restaurant is great for hosting birthday parties, wedding rehearsals, business luncheons and many other events. Continued
Great for events up to: 50
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