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Michael's Cafe, Timonium, MD

Michael's Cafe

4.6 (2673)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
2119 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Reinvention and attention to detail have kept us in business for 40 years. We are honored to serve our community. See what our team has to offer you. This restaurant is our home, and we treat our guests with this philosophy in mind. Thank you!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (410) 252-2022
  • Website
    http://www.michaelscafe.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Santos Zelaya
  • Catering
    Give us a call or visit our website for our catering menu.
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your next private event in one of our private dining rooms. Please contact events@michaelscafe.com for more information.
  • Location
    2119 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093
  • Neighborhood
    Timonium
  • Cross street
    York Road and Timonium Road
  • Parking details
    PLEASE USE OUR VACANT LOT SOUTH SIDE OF RESTAURANT FOR ADDITIONAL PARKING
  • Entertainment
    EVERY WEDNESDAY 7PM AND EVERY FRIDAY 9PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Michael's Cafe's menu was last updated on 9/12/2024.

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What 2,673 people are saying

Michael's Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's Cafe is a beloved neighborhood staple offering "wonderful food" and "amazing service." Patrons rave about the "outstanding" crab cakes and diverse menu options. The ambiance is lively, though sometimes noisy, making it perfect for casual gatherings. Standout servers like Mary and Mark enhance the dining experience with their exceptional attention to detail.
2,673 Reviews

  1. Peggy

    Baltimore / Maryland46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious and we had excellent service. I enjoyed my crab imperial and truffle fries. Everyone at the table enjoyed their meals.

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  2. Tracy

    Baltimore / Maryland12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was very good, as always. The small room we were in was extremely loud and it was hard to have a conversation. The real problem was with the server. We asked twice for water glasses to be re-filled and one drink order was never received

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  3. Maddi

    Baltimore / Maryland1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We just had the most wonderful dinner tonight at Michael’s cafe. Our server Mark R was so engaging and had the best recommendations. So much so we ordered the special dry aged ribeye served with shrimp scampi prepared by Santos the chef. The chef even introduced himself and checked to see how the meal was. It was one of the best dishes and experiences my boyfriend and I have had in awhile. We are big foodies and try a lot of restaurants but the service and food was unmatched tonight.

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  4. Sharon VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent. We were the first couple in a private room that was freezing. We complained and our waiter Justin turned the air off which resolved the problem. Hubby had the lamb chop special and said they were really good. I was disappointed with my seafood club because I couldn’t find the crabcake on it. Must remember not to get that again. I did enjoy my arugula salad.

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  5. Kathryn

    Baltimore / Maryland26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Michael's Cafe is a wonderful neighborhood staple. Food, Service & atmosphere is always great! No matter what the occasion is you will always be satisfied.

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  6. Chari VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great and our server was wonderful. The issue I had was with the bar. We placed our order for 4 alcoholic beverages and it took 30 minutes to get our drink order. Our waiter was wonderful and kept updating us but apparently there was an issue with the bartenders. Should never have to wait that long for drinks.

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  7. Patty

    Baltimore / Maryland8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, Michael’s never disappoints. They led me to my favorite table. Service was friendly & efficient. Food was excellent,

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  8. Carol VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our dinner last evening. Our dinners were very good and our server, Mary, was excellent. She was professional, courteous, and attentive.

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  9. Debbie

    Dallas - Fort Worth2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went above and beyond. Give toys to the kids too!!

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  10. Joe

    Baltimore / Maryland13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were a group of 4 and were waited on by one of the original servers. The service was attentive and responsive. The specials were very interesting, but overpriced at $50 and up. The alcohol selection was extensive and prices were similar to those in a bar. Two of us ordered the Lobster and Fried Zucchini, which we highly recommend as both delicious and unique. The flavors ranged from savory to sweet and struck a good balance. The others ordered the crab cake and french onion soup and the shrimp sandwich. Everyone was pleased with both quality and quantity. Dessert was a generous portion of creme brulee. Although the experience was pleasant, the cost was high. Dinner for 4 with a total of 5 beers and 1 wine, came to $230. After tip it was $280. While enjoyable, $70 per person for dinner at Michael’s seems excessive, especially when there were no pricy drinks or bottles of wine.

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FAQs

Michael's Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 252-2022.

Michael's Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 2673 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Baltimore / Maryland
  4. Baltimore Suburbs
  5. Timonium

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Michael's Cafe

2119 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093

Additional information

  • Cross street
    York Road and Timonium Road
  • Neighborhood
    Timonium
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    PLEASE USE OUR VACANT LOT SOUTH SIDE OF RESTAURANT FOR ADDITIONAL PARKING
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Santos Zelaya
  • Entertainment
    EVERY WEDNESDAY 7PM AND EVERY FRIDAY 9PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.michaelscafe.com/
  • Phone number
    (410) 252-2022
  • Catering
    Give us a call or visit our website for our catering menu.
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your next private event in one of our private dining rooms. Please contact events@michaelscafe.com for more information.

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