Level Small Plates Lounge

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Address:
69 West Street
Annapolis, MD 21401

Neighborhood:
Annapolis

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $30 and under

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Level Small Plates Lounge Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.lannapolis.com
Email: eatanddrink@lannapolis.com
Phone: (410) 268-0003
Hours of Operation: Dinner Menu: Sunday-Thursday: 5pm - 10pm, Friday & Saturday: 5pm-1am
Late Night Menu: Sunday-Thursday: 10pm-11pm

Late Night Menu: Friday & Saturday 11pm-1am

Bar Hours: Friday-Saturday: 5pm-2am, Sun-Thurs 5pm-12am

Happy Hour: Monday - Friday: 5-7pm, limited to bar, cocktail room
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American, Tapas / Small Plates, Gastro Pub
Executive Chef: Josh Brown
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
Catering: Level offers catering for events on and off. From the intimate by reserving our chef to cook and create for your private dinner, to the larger events catered for groups up to 250 persons.
Private Party Facilities: Level can accommodate private groups for dining, whether it be a wine or spirit paired dinner or simply reserving our large communal table for dinner.
Private Party Contact: James Morrow (410) 268-0003
Special Events & Promotions: Level can host special group events from 10-157 persons. Wine & spirit paired dinners, holiday, corporate, and private parties can be hosted at Level, please inquire for special events at eatanddrink@lannapolis.com

Getting there

Cross Street: Calvert
Public Transit: Annapolis City Transit Bus Stop on corner of 69 West street & calvert street.
Parking: Private Lot
Parking Details: On street parking or free private parking directly behind the restaurant in City Gate Lane parking lot. Open to the public from monday -friday from 6pm-8am and free all day saturdays and sundays.

A word from Level Small Plates Lounge

Level is an award winning locally sourced small plates restaurant and cocktail bar. Our food is regional modern comfort food that is designed to be shared. We partner with local maryland farms to source our meats, seafoods, and produce. We ensure fresh, local, sustainable efforts in our kitchen and… bar. We handcraft all our cocktails using fresh squeezed juices, house made mixers, tonics, sodas, and fine spirits. We invite you to Eat. Drink. Socialize!
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerFit for Foodies
Diners' Choice WinnerGood for Groups
Diners' Choice WinnerNeighborhood Gem

Diner Reviews

"What do you want on oysters? Butter and lemon. What is hollandaise? Butter and lemon juice emulsified in egg yolks. Hollandaise on oysters, broiled: brilliant."
Dined on 3/29/2014
"Every time we visit Annapolis we dine at this unique restaurant. This time, we brought along three of our friends, and they were VERY impressed! The food was absolutely delicious. Their scallops were exceptional, along with the pork flatbread, Brussels sprouts, bruschetta, mushroom dish and others. When we asked if the chef was available so we could compliment him on the scallops, he promptly came to our table and was very appreciative of our comments. We will continue to spred the word about this gem of a restaurant!"
Dined on 3/28/2014
"Ate at Level for a friend's bachelorette party. Great, fun drinks. And awesome food. Loved the small plates and how the group could share a bunch of dishes. Level was accomodating to our 10 person party, allowing us to make a reservation, unlike many local restaurants."
Dined on 4/4/2014
"Great food; many eclectic choices with something for everyone. Amazing taste combinations of disparate ingredients. Service was great; waitstaff very helpful. Low background music of 60s soul and R&B was spot on. Highly recommend for an intimate interesting evening out."
Dined on 4/5/2014
"The wild mushroom risotto failed to impress anyone; the portion was small, the rice was over-cooked and turned to mush). The BBQ tacos were a favorite, small corn tortillas with a hefty pile of pork bbq with a tangy white sauce and jalapeno slices. Excellent. Unfortunately, the tacos replaced the superb cuban spring rolls that I tried the last time I was there. Fortunately, the shrimp and grits were still on the menu and it once again proved to be among the best of the dishes we tried. Equally good was the Cheesy flatbread, a mix of four cheeses on a thin crust with herbs -- outstanding. Our waiter was the most disappointing factor - slow to get the drink order and once he put our order in, he seemed to forget we existed."
Dined on 4/4/2014
"Great for couples or several couples. Great drinks. Some favorite choices are the Tuna Tartar, Seared Scallops and the Butcher Steak."
Dined on 4/3/2014
"I am still getting used to the "small plates" menu. So many choices! The Beet Salad and the Tuna Tartare rock! Their flatbreads are amazing and plenty for two to share. My husband LOVED the sliders and the fries. The only thing that irritated me was we had 6pm reservations on a weekday. The host seated us in the room with the bar which was very noisy so we asked that we be moved to the room away from the bar which was virtually empty. He was clearly annoyed and said "That room is booked for reservations." I said "But WE had a reservation and we are here first!" He sniffed and, with a total attitude, grabbed the menus and just said "Follow me." I didn't appreciate that. Not a good way to start our evening. Good thing the food was good."
Dined on 4/3/2014
"The move to local sourcing brings marvelous food to the table. Couple local source with the small plate movement, and a star is born! This lively place focuses on foods from the area with dairy products & cheeses from western, central & The Shore in Maryland, oysters from Maryland, lamb from Pennsylvania, beef from Virginia's Shenandoah Valley - you get the picture. Food choices are ingeniously grouped: from the field, from the pasture, from the water and accompanied by group plates to share (appetizers) or flatbreads. An ample selection of dessert plates tops off your meal if you choose. Wine and bar selection is superb. Rare to order a pisco sour without getting, "A what?" A welcome addition to the Annapolis dining scene!"
Dined on 4/3/2014
"This was our third visit to Level, and it did not disappoint. Creative menu and drinks, always a home run!"
Dined on 3/30/2014
"Everything was just perfect. The 360 Gimlets are outstanding. Try the Bacon and Smoked Scallop Flatbread AND the Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding. Great for a top-notch meal before a show at Rams Head down the street."
Dined on 3/30/2014
"My husband & I dined Saturday early evening. We had perused the menu online beforehand so we knew what we wanted to order. Every plate was delicious, but the fried bussels sprouts were out of this world. It was a wonderful location to have an intimate meal with my husband. We will be back!"
Dined on 3/29/2014
"This was my first time eating here, but had previously been for drinks. We had a variety of small plates to share, of which everything was very good. The fries could have been a little better if I were too be super picky, but that's also after having had truffle fries the previous few days. In regard to the cocktails, they were superb. We adjusted the angels and demons drink to have the smoked tequila, and it took the drink to a whole new level. Would highly recommend making that adjustment and giving level a shot if you have yet to check them out!"
Dined on 3/28/2014
"This is our 2nd time at Levels. We wanted to take friends to a nice place after Rams Head & picked Level remembering it fondly. Level delivered again! We reserved through OpenTable a specific table through "notes". To my delight, the table was ready right when we walked in on a busy Friday night. The waitress was excellent. Great recommendations. Good menu choices (even for some of us vegetarians). Drink choices were also fun. We drink specials as recommended & loved them. Food came out super quick. The vibe is cool w/ a diverse range our customers all seeming to enjoy. My only very small criticism would be the wine by the glass pour could have been just a little larger. Level has now delivered twice! We will be back again."
Dined on 3/28/2014
"It is nice to know where your food is coming from -- all the major purveyors are clearly listed and local. Small plates are great with wonderful presentations, tuna tartare was lovely, the bison and bacon sliders juicy and fabulous with the pimento cheese as icing on the burger. Nice wine list, nice energy and while service is this team style system and could use some tweaking, overall this is a spot we will happily visit again."
Dined on 3/28/2014
"been to the restaurant before and liked their locally sourced food that was fresh and I also like the small plate concept.. this time some of the food was below the level what would qualify fit for Foodies. The fries were soggy swimming in oil, the brussel sprout under cooked (under roasted), the flatbread was probably reheated several times and by the time we got it it was too crisp, more like dry just to mention some items. The waiter was less then attentive. i was looking forward to this re-visit and was disappointed."
Dined on 3/22/2014
"We've eaten at Level before. We really started going for the drinks. The Manhattan #23 and the Triqui Triqui are favorites. Food was not up to par this trip. Sent the pork ragout & gnocchi back: hot/cold spots in the dish. A tell-tale sign of microwaving it. Sent the 'seared' butcher steak back, since it was colder than the cold-spots in the pork. Did ask for it back, but didn't think they'd try to pull a 'warm it up and put it on new puree' trick on us. Which...they did. Sent it back again, as the manager admitted that it was the same dish; very insulting. Manager didn't even offer an apology or explanation; the waiter apologized. We like the place, but will approach food cautiously. When you know better, Level...you should do better."
Dined on 3/22/2014
"The food was fresh and high quality. The service staff were polite and attentive. The atmosphere was lively."
Dined on 3/21/2014
"Had not been to Level for many months but found ourselves back in the area & happy to go again. As always , found the bespoke cocktails to be delicious, if a bit expensive for the small serving. Does not encourage ordering a second. Switched to wine for our food, which was fabulous. Server encouraged a few items, advising that they were part of the winter menu & soon to be gone. Everything was yummy. Look forward to a return!"
Dined on 3/21/2014
"We found the food to be average. Small plates selection okay. We shared about 6 different small plates. The dishes were either over seasoned or not seasoned enough. They did their best to accommodate vegan guests but the butternut squash and arugula flatbread w/o cheese (to accommodate vegan) unfortunately needed the cheese component which would have added some taste, as it was very bland. We sat by the door so the ambiance could have been better. I will not be returning with guests as I don't think it's that special a place. Decor is designed as mainly a cool bar that offers interesting drinks & also serves food. Food preparation needs to be ramped up a bit in order for it to be fit for foodies."
Dined on 3/20/2014
"My wife and I often order multiple appetizers instead of entrees at other restaurants. Here that's the entire idea, and it works wonderfully. The small plates are fantastically imaginative and aren't tied to any one food style. The service was perfectly attentive without being pushy. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 3/18/2014
"My husband and I loved the food. Great service and wonderful experience."
Dined on 3/15/2014
"Everything we had was delicious and served very nicely. Staff was attentive yet inconspicuous. I would be happy to go back to try other dishes."
Dined on 3/13/2014
"Went here for a light meal before a concert. Tasty creative small plates were good but with a bit too high price tag to make it a regular place to go. Specialty cocktail had very little liquor and not worth the price. Noisy bar in the center of the restaurant made it hard to speak....eat upstairs if you want to talk. Seats near the entrance were very cold."
Dined on 3/14/2014
"After being escorted to our seats on the second level, we couldn't help but notice how much louder the music was getting. A couple of minutes after being seated, someone came by to ask if we were placed at the table or if we moved from the bar and sat down. Then, someone else stopped by to ask the same question and appologized for not giving us menus upon being seated. Thankfully, after about 10 minutes, the music volume was reduced and we could finally hear each other talking. All that being said, the food was delicious. A good mix of creative dishes gave us a satisfying meal overall."
Dined on 3/8/2014
"Actually we wish this restaurant would close and the waiters, kitchen staff and menu move to Northern Virginia. If this place were closer, they would end up naming a table for us. We loved it."
Dined on 3/8/2014
"This place is great for groups - food was great and the small plates make it very easy to order in large groups. However, the service was awful! Maybe we just got a bad waitress but it's never fun to get a mean waitress during a group dinner. Really wanted to love this place because I loved the last place that was here but I guess I'll have to search around to find another Annapolis 'gem'."
Dined on 3/7/2014
"Look at the menu before you go, make sure you understand the concept, and you will be fine. There was a busy bar scene on Friday at 7, but wasn't rowdy or too loud for us to talk at a table right next to the bar. I never thought I would crave brussel sprouts but after eating theirs I am!"
Dined on 3/7/2014
"A wonderful experience - food, drink and service were excellent!"
Dined on 3/1/2014
"Since Annapolis doesn't have too many above average restaurants, we wanted to give Level Plates a try. I would say half the small plates we ordered were good, the other half were unispiring. Wine list was pretty solid as was service. Ambience and energy level was very nice."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"Drink are fantastic and waitstaff is great. Food was okay. Farm to table, but not as good as Vin 909."
Dined on 2/28/2014
"Great spot....we were having a light dinner before a concert and hated to leave.....everything...from the soup (and the salads) to the flatbread ...(oh and the fries!!) to the cookies and milk....was delicious. I also loved my "Bourbananpolis drink.....will be going for an encore ...."
Dined on 1/27/2014
"Always a great experience at Level. The cocktails are outstanding and the small plates menu is excellent. One of our favorite local places on West Street."
Dined on 2/23/2014
"I love this restaurant! I've been back several times and the food has always been sensational. Order the garlic fries - anytime, every time! I love the farm to table philosophy, the varied menu, and the plate presentation which is impeccable, making the meal beautiful as well as delicious. My only slight problem with Level is that I have been uncomfortably cold almost every time I've been there...so, dress warmly if you plan to go!"
Dined on 2/23/2014
"Food was not as good as the first visit over the summer. Lamb chops were all fat, pasta special was missing the flavors it promised. Special cocktails changed from the summer- not for the better. Disappointing!"
Dined on 2/22/2014
"Level was the perfect choice for a ladies night out. The tapas worked out well for a group that didn't want to leave feeling full and sleepy. Amazing sliders, brussel sprouts and shrimp & grits. Would definitely go back again!"
Dined on 2/22/2014
"This is a great little gem in Annapolis. The food is always great and the handmade drinks. It does get very pricy as you continue to order dishes so watch for that. For four people with drinks, it was a $200 meal but we will return & were celebrating a special occasion."
Dined on 2/21/2014
"Level has a changing menu, terrific cocktails and great service. Really enjoy it every time we go there when visiting Annapolis. We live outside San Francisco and wish we had a Level close by our home."
Dined on 2/17/2014
"Had a great dinner at Levels. Lots of interesting treats and combinations. Only suggestion would be a little salt. The flavors were spectacular with just an added few grains. A little loud for conversation but overall a fun place with good food and appropriate serviings. I love the small plates and not walking away either stuffed or wasting food. Our server was very attentive and friendly. We will be back!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"The food was good, but not great. There were a few children when we got to Level, which made the casual nature of the restaurant seem more authentic. The drinks were served in mason jars, and the waiters dressed casually, which made the whole place much less stuffy than I would have expected. While the dishes were of good size, they seemed priced a little too high for what was delivered. Some people may be willing to pay a little more for Farm to Table food, but I thought the mark-up for this was a little too much."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"We had dinner on Valentine's Day and it was okay. The food was good and the service was quick the only real complaint is that most of the tables are right on top of each other and our server seem to be frustrated with us that we didn't enough/order more food and stay longer. The second that we said we did not think we needed to order any more food our check was dropped on the table even though the coffee we had ordered had not even arrived. It certainly was a busy night at the restaurant however not every table was full and it seems that we were unnecessarily rushed out. We really enjoyed the food but the rest of the experienced left something to be desired."
Dined on 2/14/2014

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