Best Pre-Theater Restaurants in Hampden

Price

$$
$$$
$$$$

Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

BaltimoreBaltimore Suburbs

Neighborhoods

Bolton HillDowntownEast BaltimoreElkridgeFederal HillFells Point

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

33 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

A photo of Cece’s Roland Park restaurant

1. Cece’s Roland Park

4.5

Awesome(451)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Roland Park

Booked 47 times today

Cece's is an unparalleled dining destination that seamlessly blends sophistication with comfort. Cece's features an innovative, continental European menu with coastal influences, accompanied by house made pastas and pizzas. The open-air courtyard features a large bar, lounge and beautifully landscaped areas for al fresco dining.Cece's Roland Park dining room and Terrace are available for reservations through Open Table. Walk-in diners should visit the host at Cece's Roland Park entrance, located next to Always Ice Cream.

2. Bygone

4.7

Exceptional(3796)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Harbor East

Booked 35 times today

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.

3. Monarque

4.5

Awesome(1279)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Harbor East

Booked 18 times today

Atlas Restaurant Group presents Monarque, a French brasserie located in Baltimore’s Harbor East. Monarque is inspired by the French era of prosperity when culture boomed and extravagance flourished. The cuisine is complemented by a beverage program with over 500 French wine labels and an extensive collection of Cognac and Armagnac.Transporting guests to another time and place while being rooted in the present, Monarque hosts a rotation of acts every weekend, with Baltimore's best jazz musicians, cabaret vocalists, burlesque dancers, and more. Monarque welcomes guests of all ages Tuesday and Wednesday. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, the experience is suited for guests 18 years of age and older, and only adults are permitted to dine. When making your weekend reservations, note that parties of 1-5 guests will have two hours to enjoy our cuisine and entertainment, parties of 5-8 will dine for two hours and 30 minutes, and parties of 9 and more can enjoy seating for three hours.

4. Sotto Sopra

4.7

Exceptional(3689)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mt. Vernon

Booked 12 times today

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

5. 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.

6. Blk Swan

4.3

Awesome(2376)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Harbor East

Booked 36 times today

A restaurant concept curated by our Award-winning Executive Chef, Saon Brice, Blk Swan offers a uniquely crafted, "New American" menu, which features exciting, tasty, and comfortable food options presented in a creative culinary approach.**Parties 8+ please contact us at events@eatatblkswan.com or 443-326-2783 for more reservation information. Thank You!

A photo of Sammy’s Trattoria - Mt. Vernon restaurant

7. Sammy’s Trattoria - Mt. Vernon

4.6

Exceptional(2056)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mt. Vernon

Booked 13 times today

Sammy's Trattoria serves real, authentic Italian cuisine in a comfortable yet elegant setting. Try our "Family Style" dining where we prepare some of our specialties combined with some requests from you and serve you 4+ courses of fun, traditional Italian dining. (great for parties of 4+). Our homemade pastas, soups, stocks, and meatballs are old family recipes made daily. We pride ourselves in using only the freshest, best quality ingredients combined with traditional and thorough preparation.

A photo of Kona Grill - Baltimore restaurant

8. Kona Grill - Baltimore

3.3

Good(2534)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Inner Harbor

Booked 19 times today

Welcome to Kona Grill Baltimore, at the Inner Harbor downtown, next door to the Baltimore Convention Center. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

9. The Yard

4.5

Awesome(243)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to The Yard, located steps from Camden Yards in the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards hotel. With intimate seating for two, or communal tables for 10, the Yard offers the prefect space to gather for any occasion. Celebrating the community, The Yard offers special menus on Broadway Series nights serving Hippodrome Theater patrons, partners with local charities and supports the local teams and their fans with game-day specials!

A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5 restaurant

10. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Pier 5

4.4

Awesome(2500)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Inner Harbor

Booked 19 times today

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.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

T
tichina
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazingly awesome experience from pull up to departure. Husband and I really enjoyed everything about it
More info
BygonePrice: Very Expensive• American• Harbor East
•
4.7
R
Renee
Baltimore / Maryland •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is by far my most favorite restaurant! I have never been disappointed. The atmosphere here is amazing and the food is so good. Love the staff, from greeter to wait staff. Professional and welcoming.
More info
Sotto SopraPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mt. Vernon
•
4.7
T
TiffanyVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
CeCe's is a dining experience! Great food, excellent service, and a chic' environment are the norm at CeCe's Roland Park. Thank you!
More info
Cece’s Roland ParkPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Roland Park
•
4.5
J
JustinVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 13, 2025
Excellent place for a creative meal. Will come back.
More info
MagdalenaPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Mt. Vernon
•
4.7
S
Scott Gwen
Washington, D.C. Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 7, 2025
The staff was fantastic. They were very helpful with food choices and drinks. Allowed us to stay Omar our table to enjoy the show. Loved the talent and will definitely return.
More info
MonarquePrice: Very Expensive• French• Harbor East
•
4.5

Explore OpenTable

Neighborhood
Pre theater

Hampden

Parkville
Govans
Station North
Canton
Locust Point
Timonium
Remington
Mt. Vernon
Lexington Park
Hampden
Greektown
Roland Park
Harbor East
Brooklyn
Elkridge
Towson
Inner Harbor
Highlandtown
Mt. Washington
Hanover