Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Baltimore

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Arturo's Trattoria

4.9

4.9 (1677)

$31 to $50

Italian

Glen Burnie

About the restaurant

Fine dining Italian restaurant specializing in fresh-daily seafood, homemade pasta, prime cuts of meat, and local produce. Voted Best Italian Cuisine in Baltimore Magazine Reader's Poll February 2021.

ARTURO'S TRATTORIA OFFERS BOTH IN-HOUSE DINING AND TAKEOUT DINNER SERVICE FROM MONDAY TO SATURDAY EVENING. TAKEOUT DINNER SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 410-761-1500 OR SENDING AN EMAIL TO INFO@ARTUROSTRATTORIA.COM

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

My wife and I have gone to Arturo’s on our last two anniversary’s and have always had the best food and service.

Dutch Courage

4.9

4.9 (520)

$31 to $50

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Charles Village

About the restaurant

Dutch Courage is a gin-centric cocktail bar located in the historic Baltimore neighborhood of Old Goucher. Whether you are looking for an adventuresome cocktail or need a cold beer, our staff has you covered. With 150 bottles of Gin, Genever, Old Tom and Barreled Gin, along with a full spirit selections, there is always something new to explore and help you discover your courage.
The Dutch Courage kitchen team lead by Chef Alec Jacobsen has a variety of food for you to enjoy while sipping beverages. From delightful boards of cheese, charcuterie and tinned seafood to small and large plates, the food at Dutch Courage is always a culinary adventure.

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Joseph Lvip

Dined on Aug 2, 2024

New chef turning out great dishes. Drinks and service excellent as always.

Hersh's

4.9

4.9 (1219)

$31 to $50

Italian

Federal Hill

About the restaurant

Hersh's celebrates the foods of Italy and the craft of the American bartender. Our menu of fresh, ingredient-driven dishes includes rustic Italian small plates and award-winning housemade pasta, as well as Neapolitan pizza featuring housemade mozzarella and sausage. Our booze program focuses on vintage cocktails, craft brews and spirits and a tightly-edited wine list offering varietals you won't see every day. Come hungry, come thirsty and come often!

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Jamey

Dined 5 days ago

I have been wanting to try Hersh’s for over a year. It did not disappoint!!! Steven our server was incredible! The food was outstanding. We had the best experience!

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Popular dish

Pepperoni-oni

SoBo Cafe

4.9

4.9 (1078)

$30 and under

American

Federal Hill

About the restaurant

Located in the quaint neighborhood of Federal Hill, Baltimore. SoBo Cafe continues the tradition of American comfort food with global influences and expands it with vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and keto/paleo options. We serve craft cocktails, local draft beer & carefully selected wines. A perennial favorite among neighbors and visitors, we go out of our way to make everyone feel at home. We are gluten-free, vegetarian & vegan friendly.

We are a short walk from Camden Yards/Oriole Park & M&T/Ravens Stadium. We are very close to the Convention Center, Downtown & the Inner Harbor.

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Stephanievip

Dined 7 days ago

Everything was fantastic, the cocktails, the food, our server. We all agreed the green beans were fantastic and how often does one say that?! Sobo is such a hidden gem.

Water for Chocolate

4.8

4.8 (301)

$30 and under

American

Upper Fells Point

About the restaurant

Water for Chocolate provides an intimate and savory experience with a nod to personal space and service.
Chef Sean Guy and his team prepares creative dishes using seasonal ingredients with the best of intentions.
The result is a fresh, eclectic take on comfort food that elevates the familiar to wow!!
Pairings with "holistic cocktails" such as the house brewed ginger beer and a selected wine portfolio allows for guests to create real dining memories.

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Nosizwe

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Came to visit family in Baltimore and ended up finding this lovely restaurant by Chef Sean Guy! Incredible dinner I had with my aunt. We loved evening. The food was full of flavor, great presentation and you can tell it’s made with love. Will definitely come here again on my next visit. Cheers to the Chef and team! A must visit. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Experience

dinner prix fixe (four course)

The Capital Grille - Baltimore

4.9

4.9 (3952)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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Amirvip

Dined 2 days ago

How do you fill 50 characters? Everything was perfect. Service, food, everything. Thank you!

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Experience

Wagyu & Wine Fall Lounge Event

Black Olive

4.8

4.8 (2986)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Fells Point

About the restaurant

After a meticulous renovation of the Fells Point General Store in 1997, The Black Olive has become a hallmark of quaint elegance on the cobblestone section of Bond Street in Fells Point, Baltimore's waterfront jewel. Although over twenty-five years old, its spirit is rooted in a rich, multi-generational legacy. As a Greek fish tavern in historic Fells Point, we specialize in Mediterranean seafood and traditional Greek dishes, complemented by house-made breads and desserts. Savor our signature dishes like Village Pie, Grilled Octopus, Rack of Lamb, Filet Mignon, Bronzini, Dover Sole, and Maine Lobster Pasta. Enhance your dining experience with selections from our extensive wine cellar or an inspired cocktail from our bar. We proudly support organic and sustainable producers of ingredients, including our wines and spirits. Recognized by Wine and Spirits Magazine as one of the '50 Most Amazing Wine Experiences in America,' The Black Olive offers an unforgettable culinary journey.

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Rosanne

Dined 5 days ago

Wish we came here sooner. It’s a new favorite and can’t wait to be back soon. The small plates are the perfect way to try a variety of their dishes. Very impressed and excited to share it with friends and family!

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Popular dish

Grilled Octopus Salad

Popular dish

Black Olive Lobster Pasta

Popular dish

Whole Dover Sole

La Barrita Restobar

4.8

4.8 (179)

$31 to $50

Argentinean

Upper Fells Point

About the restaurant

La Barrita features Argentinian style steak seasoned with mouth watering chimichurri, home made pastas, and empanadas. Nestled in the Butcher's Hill neighborhood, La Barrita provides intimate atmosphere with a Baltimore industrial feel. In the warmer months enjoy al fresco dining when we roll up the garage doors.

At La Barrita we treat our guests like family. An upscale casual restaurant, we suit a variety of dining needs, from special occasions to catching up with friends; you might even catch a soccer game on at the bar. Just don't get caught in a Boca jersey! La Barrita is a proud supporter of River Plate fc.

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Martin

Dined 4 days ago

We celebrated our 29th Anniversary at La Barrita Restobar. The meal was very delicious and the service was excellent. The steak and appetizers were prepared perfectly. We will be coming back to try some pasta and other appetizers! Very nice ambiance and staff is very accommodating!

B-Side Cocktails & Karaoke

4.8

4.8 (105)

$31 to $50

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Mt. Vernon

About the restaurant

Hidden in plain sight, B-Side is a spirit-forward speakeasy with best-in-class cocktails, bar snacks and private karaoke rooms located in the Mount Vernon neighborhood.

A Hi-Fi vinyl listening micro-bar with seasonal drinks and inspired playlists, B-Side is a dimly-lit, intimate option for date night, a special celebration, or a low-key nightcap.

To find your way to B-Side, simply choose a song on the jukebox in the basement of Hotel Revival — the experience will unveil itself to you.

Located across the lounge, groups of 4 to 8 guests can also reserve one of three private karaoke rooms with cocktail service (prices listed below) — start getting your practice runs in now.

120 minutes (2 hours) of singing
$300 Food & Beverage Minimum
Plus tax and gratuity
Everyone must be 21++

*Please arrive within 15 minutes of your reservation time. Failure to do so may result in cancellation.*

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Jacquelyn

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

Love the specialty cocktails and the music selection is always great. It's always a great time and everyone I bring to visit, really enjoy the atmosphere and entire experience.

Copper Shark

4.8

4.8 (510)

$31 to $50

American

Locust Point

About the restaurant

Step into our historic building, and you will immediately be greeted by its red-brick walls, exposed beams, and intimate bar space leading to an open and airy dining room and our fantastic back patio set for outdoor dining and conversations around our fire pit (weather permitting!).

Sit at the bar to enjoy an artisanal beer or oak-aged bourbon alongside a quick bite of charcuterie meats and cheeses, crispy brussels sprouts, or shark fries. Or venture into the heart of Copper Shark for a leisurely chef-inspired meal created by Chef Matthew Audette.

In addition to seasonal masterpieces, you can always count on classic cuisine like our petite filet, soup du jour and pot du creme. Weather permitting, we encourage you to cozy up next to our courtyard fire pit.

Sundays we only have Brucnh service

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Faye

Dined 2 days ago

I was looking for a place to celebrate my husband‘s birthday and I’m so glad that I chose this restaurant. The food was delicious. The service was good. The ambience was amazing. I would definitely be a repeat customer!

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