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Michael's Cafe, Timonium, MD

Michael's Cafe

4.6 (2681)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
2119 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
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 2,681 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's Cafe boasts "great crab cakes" and brisket, and a "wonderful neighborhood staple" feel. Diners praise attentive service, especially from standout servers like Mary and Mark, who enhance the dining experience. While the food is often "excellent," diners note occasional noise and bar delays. Overall, a delightful dining spot.
2,681 Reviews

  1. Michelle VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland132 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Five stars because our server was excellent. Lyla was extremely attentive and did a great job! The seafood club was just OK. Everything else was delicious!
    Michael's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    We are so lucky to have the staff that we have. Thanks for your review.

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  2. Jeff

    Orlando / Central Florida East25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Traveling back to my childhood home, I had to have Maryland crab cakes these didn’t disappoint. They were loaded with lump crab with very little filler. Our waiter Brandon was top notch. Attentive and friendly.
    Michael's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    Jeff, it's always nice to take a trip down memory lane. Come back and see us again the next time you're around!

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  3. Natalie

    Baltimore / Maryland14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It's a nice restaurant and we went with another family. They were friendly and the space is very accommodating and comfortable. Our server was good. The food was so-so. We tried the fried green tomatoes which were nice but the succotash sauce is a taste that some will like and others will not. I had the peruvian chicken, which I enjoyed although it's just as good at more low key peruvian chicken restaurants. My husband had the rockfish and really enjoyed his meal. I would come back if someone else suggested it, but not likely to enter into my regular rotation of restaurants.
    Michael's CafeResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for visiting us, and overall recommending us as a whole. We hope that if one of your friends or family suggests dining with us, we can wow you.

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  4. Linda VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland134 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was ok and service good have been better. But the location is good and we enjoy sitting on their patio outside.
    Michael's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you, Linda!

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  5. Steven

    Baltimore / Maryland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was nice good waitress, and the food was delicious
    Michael's CafeResponded 6 days ago
    So glad to hear you had a nice time. Thanks!

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  6. Derek

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Service outside was not attentive. Food was OK but not worth the price. First disappointing time at this location. Likely not to return.
    Michael's CafeResponded 6 days ago
    Derek, sorry that we delivered a disappointing experience. Especially given that, according to your reservation notes, you were celebrating a special occasion. If you don't mind us asking, what were the food items that didn't compensate for the inattentive service?

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  7. Kathy VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great crab cake! and brisket. Server communicated our requests to the kitchen staff well. Nice atmosphere and everyone enjoyed the dining experience!
    Michael's CafeResponded on July 7, 2025
    We really appreciate you giving our crab cake a shout-out. It's one of the dishes we have always been known for. It's our goal as a business to go beyond your expectations. Thank you so much.

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  8. Arlene

    Baltimore / Maryland3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They serve Smith Island Cake! A very special treat!!
    Michael's CafeResponded on July 7, 2025
    So glad you enjoyed it!

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  9. Peggy

    Baltimore / Maryland46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 3, 2025

    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.
    Michael's CafeResponded on July 7, 2025
    Thank you, Peggy! Crab Imperial with truffle fries sounds pretty good right now. We are so glad we gave everyone at the table an experience they will remember.

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  10. Tracy

    Baltimore / Maryland13 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
    Michael's CafeResponded on July 7, 2025
    Thank you for leaving us this note, Tracy. Perfecting our server staff is a top priority for us. We apologize that your drinks were left a little empty.

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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 2681 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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 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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