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Sabatino's, Baltimore, MD

Sabatino's

4.6 (2496)
$31 to $50
Italian
901 Fawn St., Baltimore, MD 21202

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Located in the heart of Baltimore"s famous Little Italy, Sabatino's has been serving Baltimore locals and tourists delicious Central and Southern Italian fare for over 50 years! Whether you're out for an intimate dinner for two, a family gathering, or hosting a larger group in a Private Dining Room, Sabatino's gives you the ambiance you're after. Sabatino's has been consistently voted the People's Choice for Best Italian Restaurant and recently received the Editor's Choice for Best Italian Restaurant by the Baltimore City Paper. "Consistency and integrity are what drove us to give Sabatino's the Best Italian nod... This is Italian without apology: Tongue-tingling Penne and Vodka Sauce; Veal Florentino avalanched in dreamy cheeses; piquant scalloppines, and crisp-baked parmigianas - This is the real deal, served in an environment (a row house int he heart of Little Italy) that's as honest as the food. Join us for lunch, dinner, or late-night dining! Buon Appetito!!!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, European, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch/ Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Renato Rotondo Sr..
  • Catering
    Sabatino's offers a wide range of catering entree options. We deliver Party Trays hot and ready to serve daily from 10:30 AM until 8:00 PM to businesses in the Baltimore. Check out the Party Tray/Catering menu on our website at www.sabatinos.com or contact a manager at 410-727-2667!
  • Private party facilities
    Sabatino's has been hosting corporate and special occasion groups in Baltimore for over 50 years! We have Private Rooms that can comfortably seat 18-120 guests. Visit the Private Party Menus page on our website at www.sabatinos.com for pricing, menus, enhancements, photos of private rooms and sample printed menus. Call Lisa at 410-727-2667
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Cross street
    High St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,496 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Baltimore

    Best Value

  • Baltimore

    Good for groups

  • Baltimore

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sabatino's in Baltimore's Little Italy is cherished for its "really good food" and outstanding service. Known for its "classic Italian" dishes, the restaurant remains a beloved tradition. Highlights include the famous Bookmaker Salad and "delicious" veal parm. Some diners noted room for improvement in decor and specific dishes.
2,496 Reviews
  1. Tory VIP

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress Kitty was the best. Very sweet and attentive. We’d go back for sure.

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  2. Wendy

    Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner. The Italian sausage and peppers appetizer was excellent. Also the garlic bread with olive oil and cheese was very good. Highly recommend.

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  3. William VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It has not changed in the 25 plus years I have been eating there and remains a timeless classic in Italian cuisine!

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  4. James

    Baltimore / Maryland11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never a bad meal or experience at Sabatino’s. This has been a favorite spot of ours for years and now it’s a favorite for our kids too because they love the food as much as we do. One of the best spots in little Italy!

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  5. Rob

    Baltimore / Maryland15 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Flatware and dishes are same materials you’d find in a high school cafeteria. Bread was flavorless white Italian bread with no crust. Calamari was tough. Veal Florentine was likewise too chewy, with too much cheese and sauce. Spaghetti side dish and side salad were flavorless. There’s too many good restaurants in Little Italy to waste your time and money here.

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  6. Robert

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very good neighborhood Baltimore Italian restaurant.

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  7. David

    Baltimore / Maryland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My simple review - this place is the OG - the food is good but the place and the service and the history is what I go for. You can find better food, but it is the whole experience. The Bookmaker Salad is killer. Please go!!

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  8. Adam

    Baltimore / Maryland17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The cocktails were well-made, including a tasty coke with grenadine and a negroni. The bread, however, seemed less fresh than usual during this visit—likely a timing issue since we usually come later when it’s fresher. The fried short rib ravioli was good with a flavorful filling, though they could have been crisper. The shrimp Renato was a highlight, especially with its sauce that paired perfectly for dipping the bread. Unfortunately, the frutti di mare in white wine sauce was a letdown. The pasta wasn’t al dente, the sauce lacked seasoning, and the seafood quality was below expectations—the clams didn’t taste fresh, the shrimp were overcooked, and the mussels appeared to come from frozen (they were cooked but the texture was a bit mealy). On a positive note, the lobster was excellent: buttery, perfectly cooked, and tender without any rubbery texture. Overall, Sabatino’s still offers some standout dishes, but there’s room for improvement, especially with seafood freshness and bread quality earlier in the day.

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  9. Jill

    Philadelphia County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was excellent! We will definitely go back.

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  10. Rick

    Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fresh and delicious. We celebrated a graduation with family and were very happy with our meal together. If you haven't already been to Sabatino's you owe it to yourself to go. Top notch food and experience.

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FAQs

Sabatino's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 727-2667.

Sabatino's is rated 4.6 stars by 2496 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for Sabatino's

901 Fawn St., Baltimore, MD 21202

Additional information

  • Cross street
    High St.
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch/ Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, European, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Renato Rotondo Sr..
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Sabatino's offers a wide range of catering entree options. We deliver Party Trays hot and ready to serve daily from 10:30 AM until 8:00 PM to businesses in the Baltimore. Check out the Party Tray/Catering menu on our website at www.sabatinos.com or contact a manager at 410-727-2667!
  • Private party facilities
    Sabatino's has been hosting corporate and special occasion groups in Baltimore for over 50 years! We have Private Rooms that can comfortably seat 18-120 guests. Visit the Private Party Menus page on our website at www.sabatinos.com for pricing, menus, enhancements, photos of private rooms and sample printed menus. Call Lisa at 410-727-2667
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