Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Baltimore Suburbs

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best service in Baltimore Suburbs? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Smokehouse Restaurant at Antrim 1844

4.9

4.9 (740)

$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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JohnVIP

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Wonderful staff and food. Five course price fixe, sizes just right.

The Vineyard Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (1164)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Havre De Grace

About the restaurant

Located amidst the antique shops, art galleries, bed & breakfasts, and marinas of Havre de Grace, The Vineyard Wine Bar is a convenient stop for a glass of wine, a light lunch or a rewarding dinner. Showcasing values from around the world and offering interesting and unique grape varietals, from Aglianico to Zinfandel. Our Bistro Menu offers an exciting array of tapas, light and healthy salads, “Flatbreads”, assorted fresh pate, an extensive selection of artisanal cheeses, and specialty desserts…all designed to accompany the great wine selection. Coupled with the wine bar, our retail shop offers an assortment of over 300 fine wines from around the world, specializing in wines that over deliver for the price.

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Kathy

Dined 4 days ago

As always the service, food and drink were perfect.

Kelsey's Restaurant, Irish Pub, Banquet Room

4.8

4.8 (514)

$30 and under

Irish

Ellicott City

About the restaurant

Serving Irish Hospitality in Ellicott City, MD since October 17, 1994, Kelsey's Restaurant has been family-owned and operated since the very beginning. Every day we strive to provide excellent food, courteous service, and let's not forget beverages in a friendly, neighborhood pub-style environment. NEW PRIVATE ROOM for all your catering needs! Call our event coordinator today!

Over the past 28 years, we have made every effort to live up to these standards and are proud to be known as "Your Neighborhood Meeting Place!"

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Tish

Dined on Jun 5, 2025

Such a great experience! Excellent menu and atmosphere. I will be a repeat customer.

Linwoods

4.9

4.9 (4894)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Owings Mills

About the restaurant

It all began with a love story and a dream. Linwood, a chef, and Ellen, a reporter, met 36 years ago in a restaurant of course! They married and began to envision that someday they would open a restaurant of their own. The restaurant’s first business plan was written at their dining room table on an electric typewriter. In 1988 Linwoods opened its doors, and it has been a labour of love for more than thirty years.

Linwoods’ cuisine consists of the freshest ingredients, and inventive preparation. Our service is warm and attentive. We have developed a reputation for consistency an attention to detail. These qualities are key to our catering business as well. Our team has worked hard to connect to our community, and we value our customers. These values have been central to Ellen and Linwood’s vision, and we hope are felt by our customers each day.

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DarleneVIP

Dined 2 days ago

This was our first time dining at Linwoods and we had an excellent experience! Drinks, apps, dinner and desserts were absolutely delicious and the icing on the cake for us was the wonderful service provided by Molly! She was a delight and we look forward to dining with you again!

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The Elkridge Furnace Inn

4.8

4.8 (3060)

$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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thomas

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent as always. A wonderful experience from appetizers to dessert.

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Popular dish

Classic French Onion

The County Cork Wine Pub

4.9

4.9 (872)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Eldersburg

About the restaurant

Welcome to The County Cork Wine Pub. The "Cork" as we are known is a classy, but casual restaurant. We have a unique menu using the freshest ingredients available. We offer an extensive wine list, as well as a selection of craft beers and a full bar. Happy Hour is best spent at The Cork where all small plates are $7 and drink specials. The Cork is your neighborhood meeting place, whether you desire a quick bite from our lite fare selection or a night out with friends. Enjoy the evening experiencing our incredible menu and succulent specials at reasonable prices. Our Butcher Block and Cheese Boards are enjoyed by many of our customers with a bottle of wine. We have the best brunch in the "Burg". An extensive a la carte menu featuring benedicts, steak and eggs, omletes anyway, corned beef hash and much more. We also have an all-you-can drink Bloody Mary Bar for $10.00. Come experience the warm atmosphere and exceptional service. You'll come as guests and leave as friends!!

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TraceyVIP

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

The food is always excellent! Our server, Erica, was personable, pleasant, and fun!

Tersiguel's French Country Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (2313)

$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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Tom

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

An excellent, delicious culinary experience with friendly and welcoming staff.

18th & 21st

4.7

4.7 (1624)

$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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RandallVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Always a superior experience, made perfect by the wonderful musical stylings of the Sarah Jones Trio.

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Filet Mignon Sliders

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Housemade Donut Bread Pudding

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Poached Lobster

One Eleven Main

4.9

4.9 (1528)

$30 and under

American

Bel Air

About the restaurant

Dedicated to cooking excellent, inventive food and providing sophisticated, intelligent service in a charming atmosphere. Our focus is to provide a memorable experience for guests that sets the benchmark for the hospitality industry.

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BarbaraVIP

Dined 7 days ago

The only things I would change is to offer a wider variety of entrees and also gluten free pasta.. Particularly something made with chicken. Service was amazing as always. Great value to eat dinner there during the week!

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4.8

4.8 (3158)

$50 and over

Steak

Hunt Valley

About the restaurant

The Oregon Grille, a six time Mobile four star restaurant, is the premiere steak house in the region. We serve only the finest prime dry-aged steaks, large lobsters and seafood. Our Wine Spectator award winning wine list is unparalleled.
Nestled in the heart of Maryland's horse country, we are just a short drive from downtown Baltimore. Our staff treats each meal served as a special occasion, as guests enjoy the comforts of leather booths, a granite bar, dark mahogany walls and soft piano music.
In one of four unique private rooms, each with a fireplace, your rehearsal dinner, family or company party will truly be an affair to remember.
For a romantic dinner, business lunch, outdoor dining, or cocktails and dinner in the bar, visit The Oregon Grille, and enjoy the most amazing food in the country.

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Dorothy

Dined 4 days ago

We had a lovely celebratory dinner experience. The setting was perfect, the server was very attentive and engaging, and the food was delicious.

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Wedge Salad

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Potato Skins & Caviar

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Burrata Salad

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