Best Lunch Restaurants in Northeast Baltimore

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1. True Chesapeake

4.6

Exceptional(654)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Hampden

Booked 8 times today

True Chesapeake is a Baltimore restaurant born of an oyster farm. Executive Chef Zack Mills creates a seasonal menu that showcases oysters from our farm in St. Jerome’s Creek, Southern Maryland — raw, roasted, and in signature dishes like Classic Rockefeller and French Onion Oysters. But, the oysters are just the beginning. Our award winning menu celebrates the bounty of the Chesapeake region by using locally sourced seafood, meat, and produce to create exquisite dishes that evolve with the seasons. Chef Mills has been featured extensively for his use of invasive seafood species, a very delicious way to help the Chesapeake Bay. Don't forget to order the Blue Crab and Bone Marrow dip or handmade pasta. We have an expertly curated wine list, beer selection, and cocktails - both classic and creative. Ample bar, high-top, and terrace seating available for walk-ins on a first-come-first-serve basis.

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2. Gertrude's - Baltimore

4.6

Exceptional(7219)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Charles Village

Booked 39 times today

IMPORTANT: If you want to reserve an OUTDOOR table, you MUST select the "Outdoor" seating option in Open Table. If Open Table does not offer that option, then that means they are all reserved. ("Standard" means an indoor table.)To our Indoor Diners: we are fortunate to have a very sophisticated small particle air filtration system in our dining room, thanks to the museum.If you encounter any problems with booking online, please do not hesitate call us at 410-889-3399 so we can personally assist you. Thank you!

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3. Fogo de Chao - Towson

4.1

Excellent(234)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Towson

Booked 72 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

4. Magdalena

4.7

Exceptional(1253)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Mt. Vernon

Booked 6 times today

Magdalena is the celebrated restaurant of The Ivy Hotel, a Relais & Châteaux property in Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood.Magdalena, a Maryland Bistro, features refined, “from-scratch” bistro fare driven by the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay region. The seasonally evolving menu celebrates the finest local ingredients, sustainable values, and culinary craftsmanship, resulting in dishes brimming with character.Executive Chef Ülfet Ralph has over a decade of experience in Relais & Châteaux properties. With this expertise, Chef Ralph will continue Magdalena’s mission of exploring innovative and artful interpretations of Maryland cuisine with a purposeful balance of bistro meets elegance. Ingredients are sourced close to home, and relationships with local farmers and purveyors are at the heart of the culinary philosophy. A cheeky cocktail program, Wine Spectator-awarded wine list, and revered whiskey collection complete a delightfully unmatched dining experience.

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5. Cypriana - Homewood

4.6

Exceptional(1773)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Hampden

Booked 13 times today

For parties of 5 or more, please call us at 410-837-7482. From our very conception, Cypriana has been and will always be committed to providing clean, house-made and authentic Cypriot cuisine. A cuisine that is an amalgamation of the world’s wealthiest cultures. And we consider it a privilege to have started in one of the oldest cities in America. We predicate our image and pride on the familial hang-out environment and refined dishes that you can only get at Cypriana. It is our desire to bring a more traditional approach to full-service dining.

6. Verde

4.6

Exceptional(1199)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizza Bar • Canton

Booked 30 times today

From an extensive list of authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas, to fresh salads & homemade desserts, Verde brings the traditional flavors of Italy to the Canton neighborhood of Baltimore City. The restaurant also offers an assortment of local beers & imported Italian craft beers, a list of hand-selected domestic and Italian wines and an awarding winning cocktail program.Outdoor seating available Order Pick Up at verdepizza.comNightly specials available visit verde.restaurantValet parking nightly with complimentary Sunday to ThursdayWe offer takeout! Please visit our website at www.verdepizza.com to complete your order!

7. Angie's Seafood

4.4

Awesome(1156)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Fells Point

Booked 36 times today

Welcome to Angie’s Seafood Restaurant, a top choice seafood restaurant for casual dining in the Baltimore area. Situated in the Fells Point area of Baltimore, we offer some of the freshest local food around as well as certified Angus beef and fresh ingredients. We offer an exceptional dinging experience, outstanding service as well as convenient delivery to your business or hotel. Here at Angie’s seafood we want your visit to be a pleasant and memorable affair from start to finish. We strive to ensure your dining experience exceeds your expectations. When celebrating a special occasion, please consider Angie’s Seafood for your next event.Please join us for Happy Hour from Monday through Thursday 12pm to close at the bar

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8. Valentino's Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(91)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Northeast Baltimore

Booked 1 time today

Offering complete in house services as well as a wide range of carry out and catering. Our objective is to please. We invite you to let us know if there is anymore that we can do to achieve that aim.

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9. Avenue Kitchen & Bar

4.0

Excellent(870)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Hampden

Booked 9 times today

High energy and gracious, Avenue Kitchen and Bar is a place where one can enjoy terrific cocktails and comforting, Latin-American inspired cuisine from Executive Chef Audiel Vera and his seasoned and attentive staff. Our food offers flavors & technique that will welcome and excite you. We have seating available in our large dining room, our bar & lounge, a seasonally-opened outdoor area, and a small private dining space available for intimate dinner parties. We are conveniently located on 36th Street, commonly known as "the Avenue" in Hampden. Metered parking is available in a full lot in the rear of the restaurant as well as the front and surrounding streets. Entrances are located at both the front and rear and are easily accessible for all.

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10. The Melting Pot - Towson

4.8

Exceptional(1891)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Towson

Booked 24 times today

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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Leslie
Baltimore / Maryland •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
We sit outside by the fountain and we always try to have Peter serve us. The food is generally okay, my husband says that my cooking is better, but yesterday I had the seafood linguine and it was excellent; my husband's salmon alla bella was okay.
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Gertrude's - BaltimorePrice: Moderate• American• Charles Village
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4.6
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liz
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Had an inexperienced but eager to please waiter. Noise level made conversation difficult with older folks at our table.
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True ChesapeakePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Hampden
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4.6
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OpenTable DinerVIP
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
delicious dinner with authentic greek food. The grilled halloumi, cheese puffs and small plates were delicious and unique
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Cypriana - HomewoodPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Hampden
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4.6
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Angela
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
All around great experience! Will definitely come again!
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Fogo de Chao - TowsonPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Towson
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4.1
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JustinVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 13, 2025
Excellent place for a creative meal. Will come back.
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MagdalenaPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Mt. Vernon
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4.7

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