Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Splash Pool Bar & Grill at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore

5.0

5 (37)

$50 and over

American

Harbor East

About the restaurant

Experience Baltimore’s premier waterfront dining at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore led by Culinary Director Tristan Baker and Executive Sous Chef Marc Felder.

Splash Pool Bar & Grill offers relaxed, poolside dining with unbeatable waterfront views. Enjoy fresh seafood, locally inspired dishes and signature cocktails from our à la carte menu during lunch, dinner and happy hour. Dine your way—from a private cabana, at a table or with bar service. Reservations for seated or bar service are available via OpenTable standard booking; cabanas are bookable through the Experiences tab.

Our rooftop and event spaces transform year-round, offering immersive seasonal dining experiences bookable through the Experiences tab. This summer, join us for the Summer Cookout Series featuring live cooking, pairings from brand partners, and exclusive dining on the Harbour Terrace reflection pool. The monthly themed Experiences (excluding July) must be reserved in advanced; space is limited.

Top review

Shi

Dined on May 15, 2025

Had an amazing dinner at the Four Seasons Pool Bar & Grill. The view over the Inner Harbor at sunset was stunning, the food and drinks were excellent, and the ambiance was spot on. Huge thanks to the staff for being so accommodating — their service made the evening truly special. Can’t wait to return!

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Experience

Chef Series: Cinco Jotas & Bodegas Montecillo

Experience

Summer Cookout Series: WhistlePig

Experience

Summer Cookout Series: Clase Azul

Sotto Sopra

4.8

4.8 (3686)

$31 to $50

Italian

Mt. Vernon

About the restaurant

Sotto Sopra is an Italian restaurant housed in a beautiful 19th century building just blocks north of Baltimore’s Harborplace on Charles Street. Sotto Sopra specializes in true contemporary Italian cuisine adapting farm to table. We buy local whenever it is possible. The perfect risotto, handmade pastas, roasted meats, local seafood, and regional produce are here for your total enjoyment.

Sotto Sopra invites you to dine for dinner every evening. Eat.Drink.Sleep.Dream--Italian

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Dara

Dined 3 days ago

Always, always top- notched. Keep up with their website or Facebook page for special events.

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The Melting Pot - Towson

4.8

4.8 (1893)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Towson

About the restaurant

The Melting Pot in Towson offers an extraordinary dining experience that you won't find at any other restaurant. Here, you'll discover all the ingredients to a perfect evening, including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and fabulous four-course dinners. No matter what the occasion, from a romantic date to get-togethers with friends, meetings or large groups, The Melting Pot always hits the spot. We believe in celebrating the everyday, so you don’t need a special reason to come out for our delicious menu offerings.

Your experience begins with rich cheese fondues prepared table-side. Your taste buds will be delighted by a fresh salad course. The third course is diverse selections of entrées choice ranging from steak, seafood, gluten free and vegetarian options! The finale fourth course is Chocolate Fondue served with decadent dippers.

We are sure the time and rich conversations around our steamy fondue pots will bring you closer to family and friends.

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Erica

Dined on May 23, 2025

Mason was a great server food was great! Loud kittle kids near us but we made the best of it!!

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Experience

Celebration Squishie Fondue Pot Stuffed Toy $25

18th & 21st

4.8

4.8 (1612)

$31 to $50

Speakeasy

Columbia

About the restaurant

18th & 21st brings something fresh and classic to Columbia, Maryland. Named after the Constitutional Amendment that enacted Prohibition and then subsequent Amendment that repealed it, 18th & 21st promises to bring back a bygone era through an elevated, tailored evening experience. Our food and cocktails reflect the feel of prohibition supper clubs. This not to say we're stuck in the past, but rather that we try and emulate the style of that era. That means beautiful presentation, careful crafting, and perfect pairings to keep your night on beat. Combined with live music, this creates an unparalleled experience for the discerning and adventurous looking for a sophisticated evening. Due to the nature of the experience at 18th & 21st we request that all diners be over the age of eighteen.

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Betty

Dined 2 days ago

We had a delicious dinner at 18th & 21st! Food was excellent, service was good, and live piano and bassist were quite enjoyable.

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Housemade Donut Bread Pudding

Order of the Ace

4.8

4.8 (20)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Harbor East

About the restaurant

In the Order of the Ace, certain truths are revealed. Like the power of your person being equal to the place you find yourself present. And the quality of a cocktail being bettered by the craft of its creator. Slip into a space of music and mystique. A mood of intimacy and intrigue. A night where essential truths are served straight up. Or however else you would like.

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Shi

Dined on May 18, 2025

Order of the Ace exceeded every expectation. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was unmatched—live music from a saxophonist, pianist, and strings instrumentalist created a luxurious, romantic vibe. The cocktails were perfectly crafted, the crab cakes were fresh and flavorful, the steak was cooked to perfection, and the butter cake dessert was rich and unforgettable. Every dish hit the mark. Service was top-tier—attentive, warm, and professional. This spot is a full-sensory experience and a must-visit. We’ll definitely be back!

Oceanaire Seafood Room - Baltimore

4.7

4.7 (3996)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Inner Harbor

About the restaurant

The Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy Ultra-Fresh seafood, flown in daily from around the world. Sip a cocktail in the lounge, take a seat at our grand oyster bar, or kick back in a horseshoe booth before diving into a sea of Ultra-Fresh fish, including steak-cut Alaskan halibut, seasonal favorites like fresh Copper River salmon or hard-to-find delicacies like true Dover sole or bluefin tuna. Our knowledgeable staff will delight you with exceptional service — guiding you through the wide variety of items on our menu and helping you select the perfect wine to complement your meal. The world's freshest seafood awaits you at the Oceanaire.

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DonnaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We were really looking forward to dining here after reading the menu. It was the last night of our vacation and my husband wanted lobster. It turned out not only were there at least 5 menu offerings featuring lobster, but Adam, our server, offered lots of options on the size, preparation and combinations. I started with the garden maki in place of a salad, and it was good but with all the rice, kind of heavy for a first course. My husband’s Caesar salad was classic (so hard to find these days!) He was very happy with the lobster tail that he paired with seared scallops. I got the lobster, shrimp and scallop grilled entree. It was good and perfectly cooked but I wish I had tried something more interesting, like the Chilean sea bass ramen. The hash brown potatoes side my husband chose were so good and plentiful that he took the leftovers home for the next day’s breakfast! The key lime pie we shared was the best we’ve ever had. We want to say also that Adam was fantastic. He was so helpful in every aspect of our meal and suggested the perfect wine. If we find ourselves in the area again we will return.

Citron

4.6

4.6 (2259)

$50 and over

American

Towson

About the restaurant

Casually elegant, romantic American Waterfront Dining in Baltimore County with lovely outside dining on the lake. Repeat winner BEST of BALTIMORE, OpenTable Diners' Choice, Wine Spectator Awards. Owned and operated by Susan and Charles Levine. Enjoy a seasonal menu of highest-grade center-cut steaks, chops and seafood with expert preparation led by Executive Chef Mary Hersh and exquisite sushi by Chef Alan from Hong Kong; plus craft cocktails, and many of the world's best wines and spirits. Everything made in-house. Al fresco dining in peaceful nature or indoors in elegant ambiance. Parties of 7+ or private events please contact us 410-363-0900 reservations@citronbaltimore.com

Exquisite venue for food lovers, with fireplace; subtle TVs in upscale bar. Our 8 private dining rooms and private event venue, The Cove, have Hi-tech AV, inside/outside Lakefront spaces for large social and corporate events 7 days a week. Heated outdoor terraces make a nature lover's paradise. Free parking.

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ScottVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The lobster and swordfish were wonderful! The spring rolls were terrific. And it was the best cheesecake we ever had! Our waiter, Will, was absolutely the best waiter ever! And Charles was very kind to us, too!

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Popular dish

Seared Rare Filet Mignon Sashimi

Bygone

4.6

4.6 (3789)

$50 and over

American

Harbor East

About the restaurant

A fusion of the old, the new and the best of Baltimore. We’re an American gastro bistro that represents historic, vibrant, authentic Baltimore. We blend modern energy with a classic feel, celebrating luxury, excitement & an elevated dining experience. Plus, we’ve got some unbeatable views of our beautiful city!
Bygone’s warm & welcoming atmosphere is reminiscent of an old-school social club, while our open rotisserie grill, whiskey bar & craft cocktails add a flair that is contemporary.

Please note: No shows and cancellations made within less than 24 hours will be subject to a $75/per person fee.

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Dwight

Dined 6 days ago

This place was amazing! Me and my wife went for our 12th year anniversary dinner and had a great time. Food was over the top and the drinks were so delicious! Our server was amazing even had champagne on the house. Great place to go with your love bug plenty to do after. Will definitely make this one of our favorite places to go!

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu

Experience

Lounge Table Seating at Bygone

Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5

4.5

4.5 (2497)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Inner Harbor

About the restaurant

Expect nothing less than an extraordinary meal and first class service from the Number One prime steak house in the world - Ruth's Chris Steak House. At Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5, you'll experience our contemporary decor coupled with distinctive dining traditions that you can only expect at the Number One steak house. At Ruth's Chris Steak House, we take steak seriously, but we're also serious about making sure you have a great time. So, whether you're looking for a place to unwind after a hectic day at work, planning a romantic dinner for two or that all important business meeting, feel free to laugh out loud and stay awhile and experience our sizzle.

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Annaneshia

Dined 5 days ago

The service was very good they accommodate us at the last minute prior to closing. You really do appreciate it. Food was good.

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3.9

3.9 (451)

$31 to $50

American

Owings Mills

About the restaurant

The Tillery, a full-service upscale American restaurant and bar brings a modern and intimate dining experience to Owings Mills, MD.

Owings Mills, once an independent and isolated mill town, but now the heart of bustling Baltimore County, welcomes a new dining experience to Metro Centre at Owings Mills. With a history rich in farming, cultivation, and milling, from which the city gets its name, The Tillery brings the best of the expansive countryside together with a modern and intimate dining experience. Local hospitality is at the center of it all. The center of hospitality is food. Dynamic specials featuring the seasons' best produce pair with the dependability and indulgent comfort of a prime cut of beef. Whether it's a post-work rendezvous with colleagues, or a more celebratory escape away from home, The Tillery at Metro Centre Owings Mills fits the occasion.

Traditional fare meets culinary innovation at The Tillery. Please note: 18% gratuity is added to every check

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Shari

Dined 2 days ago

Another excellent dinner experience at The Tillery. The ambience and food were great. A definite do over is coming up.

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Popular dish

Broiled Lump Crab Cakes

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Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes

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Creamy Crab Dip

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