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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 WinnerGreat for Lunch
  • Diners' Choice WinnerOutdoor Dining
  • Diners' Choice WinnerMost Booked 1000-Point Tables
Diner Reviews
  • "It was very pleasant sitting outside. Our server was wonderful. The food we had (MahiMahi, Salmon, and Chicken Milanese) was all creatively done and very tasty. We had been at Donna's in some time, but truly enjoyed the experience."
    Dined on 4/19/2014
  • "5 star appetizer: Mediterranean mezze plate and the follow on entrée: lamb meatballs. Donna Crivello has operated one of the most reliable restaurants with seasonal menu changes, varied menu options and fair prices points. Full entrée selection or a burger / flatbread choices. Great patio in good weather with solid bar selections / wine list."
    Dined on 4/19/2014
  • "Great for a quick bite or a full meal. Menu is good as well."
    Dined on 4/12/2014
  • "Tried later on Saturday night. Was less crowded and less noisy. Food was dependably good, if pricey. Service Again was terrible. Had to ask for napkins and silverware after we'd been there @ 10-15 minutes. Server was mostly inattentive and finally brought one setting, then another when asked again and basically threw iit at us. Was there an extra charge we missed on the menu? Have noted that consistently, bigger parties get better service. Wondered why that is?"
    Dined on 4/12/2014
  • "We were staying next door at the Radisson and there is no other option in the area so your stuck eating here. Service and food are ok, nothing special. They made a big deal about the fresh baked bread. It was good and we finished the basket and asked for more. We noticed when they brought seconds it was different bread and not fresh baked. I guess you only get fesh once. Unfortunately when staying in Cross Keys this is the only option. Also we asked for a Mojito and they said no they were out of mint, but there were Lamb Chops on the menu with fresh mint."
    Dined on 4/10/2014
  • "We were surprised how crowded the restaurant was early on a Sunday evening, but we still received good service. We both enjoyed our entrees--the petite filet and the Moroccan lamb meatballs. Looking forward to returning."
    Dined on 4/6/2014
  • "Our reservation was for Wed Apr 2 and we showed up on that date, and after being greeted by the hostess and then a very nice gentleman, we were seated. I mentioned several times to the hostess that we had a reservation and gave my last name. Our meal was served and after a lovely lunch, we departed. An hour or so later I received an email that our reservation had been cancelled by Donna's! I called Donna's, asked to speak to the manager and she told me they couldn't fix their error. I was told to make the same reservation for the next day and they would honor that. None of this felt good at all. It wasn't the truth. My friends and I like Donna's, but after this recent experience, we won't be rushing back."
    Dined on 4/3/2014
  • "Love Donna's. Interesting choices that are well prepared. The best brownie anywhere. And Patty is the best waitress anywhere, as well!"
    Dined on 4/1/2014
  • "I have been a long-time fan and follower of Donna's in many locations. I appreciate the absolutely delicious food and how interactive Donna herself is with her guests. You can tell this is her passion and she appreciates her guests. The staff is also very personable and, as a former Ellicott City regular, totally "knew me by name!" Treat yourself and soon!"
    Dined on 3/27/2014
  • "So rare to see an owner give her personal touch to each and every guest. Donna does just that!"
    Dined on 3/29/2014
  • "We chose Donna's because they alone in the area would serve our party of three before a 5:30 PM engagement. Without its outdoor dining area (this is March), Donna’s ambience is simple and functional. The food quality more than made up for that. We ordered from the lunch menu and were served a fried calamari appetizer that was to kill for. Large portion and the best I've ever eaten. I had fish and chips with wild cod in a nice light batter. My wife and our friend enjoyed the grilled strip steak and pasta with gulf shrimp. Service was outstanding (we arrived at 4 PM). The wine list deserves mention because it is thoughtfully selected and priced fairly. We chose the Louis Roederer champagne for $55. The cask wines are a bargain."
    Dined on 3/18/2014
  • "second and third courses were delivered to the table luke warm. Our third course was reheated. We were offered a compted dessert, which we declined and asked for a couple of coffees instead- which also ended up being luke warm. The restaurant has been around for quite some time with a good reputation (we have friends who love it), so I am pretty sure we just caught them on an off night."
    Dined on 3/23/2014
  • "We got our food and check in plenty of time to get to BSO . The mussels were great."
    Dined on 3/21/2014
  • "The experience was disappointing. We were there for lunch, and the room was very noisy. Two of my party were disappointed with the Kobe burgers."
    Dined on 3/20/2014
  • "I had two out of town guests that had been driving since early that morning.We walked up.We each ordered something different. All meals were delicous!!"
    Dined on 3/21/2014
  • "We had dinner at Donna's for Valentine's Day - not the most romantic selection but one of the only available places to eat. I have always enjoyed Donna's for lunch, but think it is just ok for dinner. We were hoping for even a candle on our table to soften the setting. Food was good but not notable."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Donna's continues to be a reliable place to get quality, imaginative food, Donna herself is a delightful hostess and a hard-working restauranteur. It is always a pleasure to eat there."
    Dined on 3/17/2014
  • "The restaurant was very busy so even though I had made an Open Table reservation we were seated right by the entry door, not the best location. The service as usual was slow but the food as always was good. I ordered the shrimp & feta cheese salad which is always prepared well."
    Dined on 3/16/2014
  • "another great meal ... the trout is always a big hit and so is the steak salad."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "We always enjoy our visits to Donna's. The food presentation is always inviting."
    Dined on 3/15/2014
  • "Warm, friendly atmosphere. Food was good; sometimes the choices are too esoteric for me. We made our reservation on open table but when we got there, they did not have it in their computer. They had plenty of room for us anyway."
    Dined on 3/11/2014
  • "We asked for a quiet table -- and the restaurant was nearly full -- and we were seated on the patio [with heaters] at a corner table, where we could actually carry on a conversation! Wonderful! The food was great: oysters Rockefeller were delicious and hot; the trout was cooked perfectly and the combination of the fish with kale salad is terrific; chicken dishes were also well prepared and tasty. We love the food here, the service is very good, and we would keep coming back just for the ambiance."
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "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
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Diners' Choice Awards
  • Baltimore / Maryland Winners
  • Great for Lunch
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
  • Baltimore Winners
  • Great for Lunch
  • Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
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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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