Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Osteria 177

4.9

4.9 (3589)

$31 to $50

Italian

Annapolis

About the restaurant

Osteria 177 is the ultimate expression of an Italian tavern where the main attraction is imported delicacies of one-of-a-kind food and wine. Adorned by barreled wine, an Osteria would never lack the sought out local specialties, spices, cheeses, fish or meats. It was here that many people tried to alleviate life's stresses by numbering themselves with good food, good wine, and good company. The owner/chef of the Osteria would take the utmost pride in stocking these praised elements as the basis for mouthwatering meals, a delicious dance-for-all of the five senses. This is the basis for Osteria 177.

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lovestodineoutVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Your restaurant was recommended to us last year when we visited Annapolis for the first time by the hotel and it was so good Osteria 177 was the first reservation we made this year when planning our return to Annapolis. The food, vibe and service is outstanding. Thank you for a lovely experience. The Vogins from the Philadelphia area.

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LIBERATORE’S Ristorante & Catering – Westminster

4.9

4.9 (365)

$30 and under

Italian

Westminster

About the restaurant

With its stylish warmth and coziness, our Westminster location is a true destination restaurant. Host Pino Liberatore designed and built much of the interior himself; his pride of workmanship and attention to detail shows as much in the rooms as in the delicious food.

Our extensive lunch menu and dinner menu feature something for everyone to enjoy: From traditional favorites like Orecchetti alla Formaggio, to delicious fish and chops off the grill, to Linguini with Crabmeat Sauce and Fettuccine Bolognese. Come enjoy a wonderful meal prepared with the freshest ingredients and the utmost attention to detail. We offer periodic Chef's Specials, Daily Specials and Wine Dinners to add to your dining out enjoyment. Check our events and specials calendar for details.

Our staff takes great pride in providing you with the warmth and attention you've come to expect from LIBERATORE'S.

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Deborah

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Friendly welcome, clean restaurant with nicely spaced tables. The place has recently been made over, so looks fresh. Wait staff have great menu knowledge and are smartly dressed. Food was wonderful and we both brought home leftovers.

Amalfi Coast Italian + Wine Bar

4.8

4.8 (1007)

$30 and under

Italian

Stevensville

About the restaurant

Benvenuti! Join us for traditional southern Italian food with a focus on dishes from the sun-splashed Amalfi Coast. Featuring an array of mouth-watering pasta, fresh seafood, char-grilled flatbread and more.

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Jackie

Dined 3 days ago

Stopped here on our way back to Baltimore from Bethany Beach. The host and our server were both so kind to us and our dog. Food was delicious. Thank you!

Arturo's Trattoria

4.8

4.8 (1782)

$31 to $50

Italian

Glen Burnie

About the restaurant

Fine dining Italian restaurant specializing in fresh-daily seafood, homemade pasta, prime cuts of meat, and local produce. Voted OpenTable Diners' Choice Best Italian restaurant in Baltimore February 2025.

ARTURO'S TRATTORIA OFFERS BOTH IN-HOUSE DINING AND TAKEOUT DINNER SERVICE FROM MONDAY TO SATURDAY EVENING. TAKEOUT DINNER SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 410-761-1500.

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JoyceVIP

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

There 4 of us and we each ordered something different . All of the meals were absolutely delicious . Grilled calamari appetizer a must !

Birroteca - Baltimore

4.7

4.7 (2442)

$30 and under

Italian

Hampden

About the restaurant

Located in the Hampden/Woodberry area of Baltimore, we're the destination for modern, rustic Italian cuisine, crafted using ingredients sourced from local ranchers, farmers and local fisherman. Guests enjoy communal dining service in a refined, casual setting. We offer 20 craft beers on tap in addition to an Italian focused wine list, and unique craft cocktails prepared with artisan distilled spirits and house-made mixes.

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Patrick

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

The food was really delicious and exquisite in quality. Idk if it was the owner or the manager but he helped fix the wobbly table that we got. The drinks are really good, the appetizers are delicious, and the pasta was to die for personally.

Ristorante Antipasti

4.7

4.7 (73)

$31 to $50

Italian

Ocean City

About the restaurant

Ristorante Antipasti is a traditional Italian restaurant with a modern flair, proudly serving Ocean City, Maryland for 20 years. Known for its authentic cuisine and welcoming atmosphere, it offers excellent service. The menu features a variety of dishes, including pasta, seafood, and steak. Popular choices include Gamberoni alla Siciliana, jumbo shrimp in olive oil, garlic, white wine, and hot pepper over linguini, and the Veal Chop Maitre d'Hotel, a bone-in chop with a butter, cognac, and garlic reduction. The restaurant also boasts a full bar and an extensive selection of Italian wines. Ristorante Antipasti is perfect for enjoying a delicious meal or celebrating special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries. Located at 3101 Philadelphia Ave., the restaurant is open seven days a week in season. Reservations are recommended, especially during the busy summer months. For a memorable Italian dining experience in Ocean City, Ristorante Antipasti is the ideal choice.

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Shelby

Dined 4 days ago

A gem in the heart of Ocean City!! Best Italian food and service!!

Tagliata Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (2943)

$31 to $50

Italian

Harbor East

About the restaurant

Tagliata, an Italian chophouse, boasts an impressive menu featuring hand cut steaks, fresh rolled pastas, house made charcuterie & bounty of fresh seafood. Tagliata offers the largest wine list in Baltimore with bottles from around the world & a focus on Italian wines. We host live music in the piano lounge. Open windows overlook our majestic courtyard, which is illuminated with strung lights & features an seasonal outdoor bar.

The suggested dress is business casual. We kindly ask our guests to abide by these suggestions to create an enjoyable environment for all guests.
The following items are prohibited however:
• Gentlemen’s tank tops or sleeveless shirts
• Hats are not permitted indoors for gentlemen
• No exposed undergarments
• Clothing with language or graphics that are vulgar or sexually explicit
• Footwear is required, however there is no restriction on the style
*Children accompanied by an adult are not subject to the Dress Policy*

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selden

Dined today

Great food and great service. A little on the expensive side but overall a great experience. Was pretty loud for a while to the point o could barely hear my 15 year old son sitting across from me . Other than that it was great .

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LIBERATORE’S Ristorante & Catering - Eldersburg

4.8

4.8 (746)

$30 and under

Italian

Eldersburg

About the restaurant

Not too formal, not too casual and always delicious, always attentive! For the summer, Tuesdays we are available for deli/market items as well as banquet/catering calls and meetings. Dinner service is available everyday and we open Wednesdays-Saturdays at 11:30. Please call us with any questions! 4107814114 We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our Italian cuisine & many traditional offerings as well. Extensive Wine list, Happy Hour specials, Kids Menu,- Warm & friendly staff. You’ll enjoy it!!

*Christmas Eve, New Years Eve, Valentine's Day, Easter, & Mother's Day will have a special menu & there will be no Happy Hour on these days.

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Stephanie

Dined 5 days ago

Enjoyable evening with friends celebrating my birthday.

Limoncello - Locust Point

4.7

4.7 (1850)

$30 and under

Italian

Locust Point

About the restaurant

Limoncello’s from-scratch kitchen provides a premium dining experience with a focus on dishes from the sun-splashed Almafi coast, home of their name-sake Limoncello. The menu is a bonafide wishlist of Italian coastal specialties featuring an array of mouth-watering pasta, fresh seafood, prime cuts and more.

The restaurant seats about 120 guests between the dining room and bar, with seasonal outdoor dining offering another 30 seats. With a large bar and banquette dining, Limoncello offers an ideal place to socialize, talk business, celebrate and indulge.

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Douglas

Dined 4 days ago

The food was excellent however the service while very inform ed and helpful seems overworked and was slow to respond including difficulty getting the check. Too many tables??

Cafe Gia Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (775)

$30 and under

Italian

Little Italy

About the restaurant

It was the desire to share our Sicilian heritage and Sicilian cuisine that prompted the family to buy an older neighborhood diner and create a new, warm, comfortable family ristoranté in Little Italy, “Café Gia Ristoranté.” We have strived very hard to recreate a Sicilian bistro, a place where one feels like they are in Sicily while dining. Buon appetito!

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Laura

Dined on Jun 29, 2025

Wow - this is a great spot. The food is excellent and the restaurant is so cute inside and out. We will definetely return next time we are in Baltimore

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