Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Bas Rouge

4.9

4.9 (1077)

$50 and over

Contemporary European

Easton

About the restaurant

For party sizes of 6 guests or more, please call the restaurant at (410) 822-1637.
Bas Rouge is a modern European restaurant offering an impeccable integration of fine dining, a world class wine list, and elegant service. The high style and gorgeous interior offer inspiration in one of the Eastern Seaboard's cultural and historic gems, Easton, Talbot County, Maryland. The dining experience is refined, and the dishes are characterized by their polished adaptation of traditional Viennese and European classics, with ingredients from the finest local purveyors and farms.

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Debra

Dined 6 days ago

Food was exceptionally good and service delightful.

The Smokehouse Restaurant at Antrim 1844

4.9

4.9 (743)

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

Taneytown

About the restaurant

For over 25 years, Antrim 1844's Smokehouse Restaurant has maintained its legacy as a culinary destination with exquisite ingredient-driven cuisine. Enhanced by the skillful techniques of our executive chef, the menu highlights the finest and freshest ingredients through a sophisticated interpretation of contemporary American cuisine to the delight of novice epicureans and gourmands alike.

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Raquel

Dined on Jul 15, 2025

Besides a few flys that wouldn’t go away, we had an amazing time. Service and Food were excellent.

Sotto Sopra

4.8

4.8 (3707)

$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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KIMVIP

Dined 3 days ago

It was amazing we love this place always a wonderful evening at Sotto sopra

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4.8

4.8 (1891)

$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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Theresa

Dined on Jul 16, 2025

Our server, Theresa, was great. She answered all our questions and was very knowledgeable about the various options to help our large party.

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Experience

Celebration Squishie Fondue Pot Stuffed Toy $25

The Elkridge Furnace Inn

4.8

4.8 (3070)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Elkridge

About the restaurant

Award-winning Executive Chef Dan Wecker shares his passion and dedication through seasonal menus boasting a fusion of New American and French- Inspired dishes -- the perfect balance of classic and creative cuisine. A thoughtful wine list and signature cocktails start the adventure. Signature Cream of Baltimore Soup and Chef's own pan mustard sauce for crab cakes are a notable twist. On-site Green House and Mushroom house add to the intrigue. Finally, in-house desserts will add a memorable sweet ending to your experience. Our circa 1744 Tavern Restaurant, 1810 Manor House along with 12 acres of grounds and gardens makes for the perfect dining escape. intersecting literature, history and geography as story with our food. Experiences including monthly themed teas along with wine and spirit coursed dinners are sought after pre-paid options. Patio and Porch dining available.

2023 Best of Howard County: Best Chef, Fine Dining, Ambiance, Steak and Place to Take Out of Towners...

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NaTashaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Toni, Jason, Kyle, Ms Marcus and the staff are great and amazing!

Tersiguel's French Country Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (2317)

$50 and over

French

Ellicott City

About the restaurant

Join us July 10 - July 14th for a special four course menu celebrating our 50 years in business.

**Our menu currently features a weekly six course Chef's menu only.**

Our six course Chef's menu at Tersiguel's is a combination of authentic French-style cooking and rustic country fare reminiscent of cuisine found in Tersiguel's original home of Brittany, France. Tersiguel's cuisine is reflective of the seasons, with a garden that produces lettuces, herbs, vegetables, fruits and edible flowers. Tersiguel's is quintessential French Country "from the farm to your plate" cooking. Chef Tersiguel describes his food as "French soul food". The Tersiguel family has operated one of the regions best restaurants for 50 years and continues this tradition with annual ratings of "Best French Restaurant" from the Zagat and Baltimore Magazine.

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CSVIP

Dined 3 days ago

The wonderful pivot to a Prix Fixe Tasting Menu is a great success, pared down to four nights only, two seatings per night, and a limited number of guests, resulting in a delicious dinner experience. The 6 course menu consisted of soup, salad, fish, lamb, beef and dessert, all French dishes from the Brittany area, all superbly prepared, sauced and seasoned. The menu changes weekly. We chose a bottle of wine rather than the pairings and settled in for a lovely meal. Delicious!

Bygone

4.7

4.7 (3840)

$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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CharlesVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Did the tasting menu which was nice, unique, and varied and satisfying. Server was helpful and responsive.

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Experience

Chef's Tasting Menu

Experience

Lounge Table Seating at Bygone

18th & 21st

4.7

4.7 (1640)

$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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MarciaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Every time I go back to 18th and 21st, I remember why we like it so! We brought an out of town guest, and it was the perfect choice!

Order of the Ace

4.6

4.6 (24)

$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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Eric

Dined on Jul 20, 2025

Didn’t eat. Just had a round of cocktails was really good.

Oceanaire Seafood Room - Baltimore

4.5

4.5 (4018)

$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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Susan

Dined 3 days ago

Restaurant Week enticed our party of 5 to come into Oceanair for the first time. We were extremely happy with the quality of the food and the great value for Restaurant Week special menu.

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Experience

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