I've been here about three times, but this past weekend during my homecoming, we attended one of the many after-parties hosted here and I have to say, they treated us like royalty. The food is consistently good, though a bit on the pricey side. I've had the burgers, quesadillas, wings, and Brussels sprouts, and everything was flavorful and well-prepared. Drinks are solid as they're not too watered down. Service from the waitstaff is usually attentive, but the bartenders tend to be slow and a bit nonchalant. One thing to note: there's an automatic 20% gratuity added to the bill, which makes already pricey items even more expensive (e.g., two drinks came to $40). Overall, I'd recommend it...especially for the food and the vibe. Just be prepared for the pricing and slower bar service. read more

After birthday brunch- Mother's Day. Service was cool. Michael was patient and cool. Menu didn't have a lot of variety and they up charge for everything- Grits were yummy. Waffle was fluffy. Lemonade was hitting- ambiance was nice. Music was ok read more

As a newcomer to the area, I chanced upon this restaurant and feel fortunate to have done so. The overall atmosphere of the place was pleasant, with tasteful decor, and the bartender was attentive and made some exceptional drinks. The crab dip was a Marylander's dream. The DJ was playing all of the latest jams. I look forward to returning in the coming weeks! read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Went here for brunch with two of my girlfriends on Saturday and we sat outside. One of the things that drew me to this restaurant was the mimosa presentation. Unfortunately, it was very hot on Saturday and humid and there were a lot of flies. We were told that there were no mimosas at the time... Which was disappointing because who doesn't want a mimosa with their brunch?! The waitress was nice enough to bring out the glass holder with the flowers as a table decoration, which is very nice of her. The food was pretty good and we did have some drinks were decent. Mimosas became available later on so we did enjoy those toward the end. read more

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When I think of Baltimore, I think of amazing crab. Really good crab dip, crab cakes, crab pretzels, crab EVERYthing. While visiting Baltimore recently I popped into Avenue Kitchen & Bar because I needed to eat some crab. I came in on a weekday during happy hour. The inside only had a couple of people in it and was pretty dark. My friends and I quickly decided to dine outdoors to take advantage of the beautiful day. They have outdoor lounge seating area that is pretty cozy and perfect for looking at all the cute dogs walk by (haha). Our waitress was very nice and made recommendations from the menu. She honestly told me that sometimes their crab cakes are a hit and sometimes they're a miss. I'm glad she was honest because after hearing that I was not about to spend $50 on a crab cake that wasn't good. So I opted for the next best thing... some crab dip especially because it was on happy hour. When I received the food I was shocked to see tortilla chips, bread, side of peppers, and big chunks of crab above a mountain of cheese. This plate is pretty large, especially being on happy hour. I was very curious to taste the crab dip and unfortunately it was very mid..actually below mid. The crab tasted weird and when you moved the 3 big chunks of grab there was almost nothing but cheese and cream cheese mixed together. The crab dip lacked quality crab and flavor. I would not recommend at all and don't think I'll be coming back here for food. What I will say though. The orange crush that I had was delicious! Would definitely come back for drinks, they were on happy hour and a good price. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - Lump Crab Dip - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Bring your wallet and your wife, friend or girlfriend's wallet They are not cheap. The staff is cool though. Cool atmosphere. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - Wine list with the restaurants name at the top. - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Aleysha was our server, and she was amazing from start to finish! I sat at the bar while I waited for my guest, and she made sure I had water, the menu, and answered questions I had about some of the drinks. Once I moved to a table, Aleysha was still our server and was patient , gave suggestions , and really was so sweet to us. The drinks were 10/10! The food was just ok, but I'd honestly return just for the service and drinks. Music was also great! Wasn't too loud , but it was all the good afrobeats. read more

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The service here was amazing. My waiter his name was King I believe and he was so sweet and helpful. The food on the other hand was not great at all. My fries were soggy from sitting in oil I'm guessing.. The crab dip was terrible. I had to send it back. The kitchen gave me both ends of the bread which I'm guessing was supposed to be garlic bread but I've never had garlic bread where it was just the end of a loaf of bread. I found that to be very weird. The brisket quesadilla was good and my burger was OK but the bun was a little wet at the bottom it a coating of butter or something on the inside of a bun that took away from a really great burger. The drinks were pretty good. The highlight of my experience was the service. He made sure we were accommodated and bought out a piece of cake for my son's birthday. I doubt I'll visit again just based off the food alone. read more

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Avenue is a lively place during brunch. My friend and I went on a Saturday around 3p. It was pretty packed In there. Our waiter was a nice guy, but he did not check on us and we had to wait a long time to be Abel to request things during our service. The only reason I mention that is there is an automatic gratuity added to all checks, but the service didn't reflect the extra $30+ we were forced to tip. The food was okay. I had the short rib grilled cheese and a side of cornbread. The cornbread was tasteless to me. It came with a fruity dipping sauce that saved it. The short rib grilled cheese was great. It was flavorful and a good amount of cheese. I reheated it later and it was still good. My friend ordered the chicken meal and a side of mashed potatoes. She didn't receive the mashed potatoes until we were almost finished eating and you can see in the photo how they came out. Very bland. Be prepared to wait a while for your food. They say everything is made fresh. I would love to revisit another time outside of brunch to see if there's any improvement in the service. read more

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Professional service, exquisite food and events you will love. Overall, an enjoyable experience that extends beyond your traditional restaurant outing. Just check it out! read more

Hidden (and expensive) gem on the Ave in Hamden. Street level entrance leads you to a walkway to the basement. Unfinished brick walls. Comfortable seats and large tables. Everyone working wanted to make sure your wants were addressed. Limited menu choices. Pretty standard options. I went for the crab dip which came with toast, Tostitos, pretzels and pickled veggies. The dip was good. A bit watery and not much crab, but flavorful and paired well with the toast. The melted cheese on top looked nice but made it hard to eat. Cost for the one course was 27 dollars. An automatic 20% tip is added to the bill. At least the service was good enough to warrant it. read more

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I've been wanting to visit Avenue Kitchen and Bar for a while and finally got to check it out. If you're familiar with "the Avenue" in Hampden, then you know parking can be ridiculous in this area. But if you don't mind paying a little extra, there's a paid lot directly behind the restaurant and since there's an entrance to the restaurant at the back, it makes for easy access. I went with my cousin who has already been to AKB several times. I ended up ordering a mango margarita and got the roasted half chicken as my meal. The roasted chicken was done Caribbean style...basically, it was jerk chicken. I'm not a jerk chicken expert so it may not be up to certain standards of those from the Caribbean but it was pretty tasty. The chicken came with fried plantains, brussel sprouts and a pilaf-style rice. Everything was so good. I loved loved loved the brussel sprouts! I also loved the crispy garlic chips on the rice. The only thing I could've done without was the massive sprinkling of microgreens all over the dish. They didn't taste bad but I felt like they were in the way. I would've preferred a little less of that on my plate. Maybe they just really cared about my nutrition and wanted to give me an extra boost of nutrients. Who knows? Our server was great! She had a very bubbly, upbeat personality and everything came out as it was ordered. One of the owners came by to check on us which was also a nice touch. I would love to return to try their fried chicken as well as some of their weekly specials. read more

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Brunch here is delicious and a real bargain. The crushes are very fruity, and you can get a flight (that they call a tree), and there is a bottomless option. The shrimp and grits swims in a flavorful, umami sauce, the waffle is fluffy and crispy, and the breakfast burrito was also quite good. The service here seems to be a bit of a challenge, but it's totally worth it. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - Shrimp and Grits - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

If you know you know. This place has a great brunch & the food is also yummy! The menu does change up. The music is always lively perfect for a bday dinner date night or whatever the vibe is. They have outdoor seating & sometimes they have hookah! The service could be better but that's okay because the food and drinks are always good. read more

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Mateo the bartender was great, ordered a couple sidecars they were strong but well balanced. I ordered the chicken tacos were doused with flavor. Definitely will be back. Thanks for the hospitality. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - Bartender Mateo, at Avenue kitchen & bar. Ordered a couple Hennessy sidecars, they were strong but also well balanced. - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Recently visited for City-Poly Fest's Throwback Thursday. I indulged in 2 of their specials for Thursday night. 20.00 bottles of wine and 20.00 Steak Night. The easiest and best dining decision I made in some time. Though service was appallingly slow, my food came out in a timely manner and hot! My steak was cooked to requested order. Additionally, the brussels sprouts were to die for! Great Value for 20.00. They have quite a few options for 20.00 wine bottles. I was impressed at their selection. From Rose to Malbec, they had you covered. I was unimpressed with the bubbles option. In no world is a bottle of Wycliff 20.00 LOL. I'd probably visit again but, not on a specialty event night. Seems their staff is a little short on those days. read more

Been here for the HH a few times and enjoy the wings and drinks. Went specifically to give Steak Night a try. You get the Ny strip with brussels sprouts and truffle fries for $30. Honestly, it exceeded my expectations. The steak was cooked exactly how I asked and I was surprised at the portion size. My only complaint is the they go a little crazy with the Parmesan on the fries. Outside of that, it was really good. Thursdays are also R&B and wine night so there was a DJ playing some oldies but goodies and current hits over dinner. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - NY Strip with Brussels Sprouts and Truffle Fries - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This is my go to place for Karaoke on Mondays! The food is great, especially the prime rib sandwich, fried snapper sandwich, and crab dip. I enjoy the drinks and the staff is always helpful and nice. Always a good vibe here. read more

Food was ok, but service was terrible. Extremely inappropriate language used by the staff and we waited 45 minutes for our food, which was cold. They had the movie "Mac & Devin Go to High School" on the TV which had very inappropriate scenes playing. Not something you'd expect in a public space. As a bonus, they automatically added a mandatory 20% gratuity and did not tell us beforehand. Did not enjoy the experience at all and won't be back. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - 20% mandatory gratuity - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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This place is amazing! I love their outdoor seating...it almost feels like you're in someone's backyard. They only have three of them, but they have these "outdoor patio couches." They also have brunch every day with drink specials, I think from 12-3pm. This also seems like a great place to go for happy hour. So many drink options! I came here for lunch and was excited about their brunch and drink specials. I ordered a mango margarita and it was strong & delicious! Woo!! I also ordered the chicken and waffles and it was perfection. Crispy waffle with juicy fried chicken plus a spicy maple syrup. It was a lot, so I ate half and excited to eat the other half tomorrow. Everyone else who I was with absolutely loved their food. You can't go wrong with anything you ordered. Highly recommend!!!!! read more

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First time there...went to Happy Hour yesterday that ended at 6 but stayed until after 7. HH menu for drinks and food was pretty good and reasonably priced. The warm bread pudding was not on the HH menu but well worth the regular price. The crusty edge, caramel sauce, and homemade whipped cream combined was amazing! Absolutely recommend this dessert! Denise was our waitress, and in addition to being very friendly and attentive, she suggested it. The atmosphere was casual and clean. I would definitely go to the Avenue Kitchen & Bar again. read more

Avenue is located on 36th street of Hampden which is essentially the trendy/hipster area of town. Came here for Happy Hour and wasn't sure what to get. The waitress recommended that we try the crushes ($7), which apparently is a Maryland staple and is pretty much a shaved ice cocktail. Although the drinks were refreshing, they weren't very strong at all which is why I didn't give this place a higher rating. The outdoor seating area is really nice, especially if you are able to snag one of the couches and they have huge umbrellas so you don't have to worry about the sun. They also played some awesome old school R&B slow jams the whole time which added to the laid back vibe :) read more

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This restaurant has surely changed over the years. They used to have a more expensive menu, but now it mostly consist of bar food with some elevated bar food options. GLOWS: - We were able to walk in without a reservation and be seated immediately. - They have a medium size dining area, a bar area, and sidewalk style, outdoor seating (with some lounge seating) - Although the dining area is not huge, they are still able to accommodate large parties. - Music plays throughout and at a respectable volume. Loud enough to hear it but low enough that you are not screaming across the table. - Sweet chilly wings were good. - Cornbread is not listed on the menu, but I got a side of it and it was really good! GROWS: - After being seated, everything took extremely long . - Took 15 minutes to get water and be greeted by a server. - Took an additional 30 minutes for appetizer wings. I also ordered fries at the same time that never came. Almost an hr after ordering I cancelled them and I saw them come out 5 minutes after that. - The chicken on the chicken and waffles was so dry that it wasn't even edible--very disappointing after waiting 30+ minutes for it to come out. Had to wait another 20 minutes for a replacement meal. - The steak on the steak grilled cheese came in strips and was extremely tough and chewy. Not wanting to send another meal back, we coped with it. They could benefit from chopping it into smaller pieces and mixing it in with the cheese. The sandwich should also be cut in half, but I can tell even the chefs/cooks can't cut through that tough meat. read more

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We frequent 36th street often and have been wanting to try this place for a while. Simply put, I was very underwhelmed. Let's get into it. We wanted to enjoy the nice weather so we decided to sit in the outside lounge section. It took a while for someone to come and greet us. We were eventually greeted with waters by a man and another young lady made it to our table to take our orders. It was happy hour so we decided to try the smoked honey old baby wings for half the price. I also ordered a sangria at this time. The sangria was nice. The wings were cooked well but lacked flavor. The wings could definitely stand a bit more old baby! A short while after, we ordered entrees. I decided on the jerk chicken tacos w/ rice and beans and my husband decided to try the lamb chops w/ mashed potatoes and asparagus. Now, the jerk chicken tacos were nothing to be excited about. Shredded chicken breast barely seasoned topped with pico and a thin sauce reminiscent of curry. The rice and beans were just regular nothing special. My husband enjoyed the lamb chops. The mashed potatoes did not taste homemade and lacked flavor. The lamb chops were okay flavor wise but the consistency in the cut of each was off. Some lamb chops chunky and others thinner. All in all, this was a one and done stop. I have no desire to return for subpar food. read more

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On an unexpectedly quiet Friday for lunch, we happened into a disquietlingly quiet and empty subgrade restaurant and bar called Avenue and found the lunch fare unexpectedly generous and delicious. The music was loud as though they expected a full house of revved-up revelers to '70s funk and disco music, which added to the oddity of the experience. Service was a tad slow given the absence of other patrons, but very personal and charming once someone realized we were standing there. The breakfast burrito and the cheeseburger both were large, hot and delicious. The fare as a little steep for lunch, but maybe par for the neighborhood. We dropped $70 for two diet cokes and the aforementioned with tax and tip. Somehow we thought the slow service was not our waiter's fault - Jimmy was the only employee we saw and hs probably is ovderworked and they are undermanned. We took pity on Jimmy, economically, with a generous tip. Finally, we got the sense that lunch is not the Avenue's forte. Everything about the space, decor and menu suggested that its a hip and trendy bar that happens also to do an excellent job with lunch. Just make sure the meter is fed and that you are in no hurry at all. read more

I have tried numerous Hampden restaurants, but my experience at Avenue has to be by far my favorite! Especially because of their Thursday $25 Steak Night Deal! The restaurant is located in the lower-level(ish) area, so when you walk in, you would immediately be led to a downhill hallway. We went in on Thursday at 6:00 pm, which was not super busy. The $25 Steak Night Special comes with a Prime filet, truffle fries, steak sauce, and crispy Brussels sprouts. We got 2 drinks, which were fantastic!! Sadly, I cannot remember the name of them. The steak plate was decorated beautifully, and everything worked so well together. I am not a big fan of Brussels sprouts, but the way the Brussels sprouts were cooked made me see Brussels sprouts in a different light. The portion size for truffle fries was enormous, I certainly was not able to finish. Overall, the Thursday Steak Night is BEYOND worth it for its $$ and I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves steak! read more

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Cocktails are great. Service was friendly. Food was subpar at best. The crab dip was a ALL cream cheese with maybe 1/4 cup of crab sprinkled in top, served with a piece of toast and STALE tortilla chips... c'mon! The kitchen needs to step up their game significantly!! read more

Thursdays are R&B night! Called ten minutes before arriving and we were given space at the bar for two. We ordered the ribeye grilled cheese and the Thursday special of the steak dinner. My friend loved her ribeye grilled cheese, the sandwich was huge. You're not just eating a sandwich, it's a knife and fork type sandwich. Definitely filling! I ordered the steak special which was steak, brussel sprouts, and truffle fries. Let's just say I will be back for this special. My steak was cooked perfect, the brussel sprouts were seasoned well and had an awesome sauce. The cherry on the top of this dish was the truffle fries. They had Parmesan cheese and a great dipping sauce. Simply Delicious!!! read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - Steak special with Truffle Fries - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Welp, two days after my visit I got a nice surprise in my bank account: Nothing like noticing your server stole your credit card info .. and I would have never known (I honestly shop so much on Amazon, that I legit wouldn't have blinked at this amount coming out ) Avenue Kitchen & Bar any thoughts on this? Cause I could've sworn I was only there on the 5th. I was in Owings Mills all last night and this morning.. then home for the rest of the day -- so how exactly did I get to the restaurant DAYS later to spend an additional $77 dollars see when you try to support Black businesses.. smh Will never come back and I am updating my following on social media about this incident. People should feel comfortable with handing a server their card and know that their money will not be stolen! read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - Smoked Wings: Honey Old Bay, Mexican Corn and two "OG" drinks. - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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A salad needs to be exceptional for me to post a review. Their mexicsn spin on the ceasar salad is exceptional! Jaleapeno adds a hint of spice to the ceasar dressing, just enough heat, never overpowering. The cotija cheese is a great complement to the jalapeno dressing. I added a crab cake. It was well prepared. I also complement their attention to detail. The salad was chopped consistently and dressed just right! They also have best outdoor seating area and can accommodate large groups inside and out. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - Ceasar salad with jalapeno dressing and a crab cake - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Inexplicably, my food was colder than my orange crush cocktail. Service was very slow even though they were not busy.

This was my first time coming here. We came for a meeting/event. And we reserved the back room to have a little more privacy. First let me add that I loved the waiter was so kind and he didn't keep coming in and interrupting us. He was very attentive and discreet when coming back to check on us without interrupting our meeting. Ok now on to the food, everything was great. I ordered a Frose before our party got here. It was so good! I wish I had ordered another one. We also had some house wines (white and red). I'm usually not a fan of guacamole but this was very good and the texture wasn't too gritty for me. The wings were seasoned really well and not too spicy. I will be coming back for happy hour! An added bonus is there is parking out back with an entrance to the restaurant from the parking lot. read more

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Perfect happy hour spot! If you're looking for a spot with good food and drinks, this is definitely that place for you. I've been here several times and each time was great. I typically get there as soon as happy hour starts so I can get a decent parking spot (by 5:30/6 it can be challenging to find a spot nearby). My favorite dish is the steak quesadilla, it is packed with meat and cheese and is de-friggin-licious! I've also tried their dinner, fried chicken (delicious, juicy, and crispy) with baked macaroni (it's ok) and collard greens (it's ok as well). The drinks are also amazing. I don't think you'll be disappointed if you come here. read more

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We went to Avenue Kitchen and Bar for happy hour before walking down to see the lights on 34th street. Our party of five shared a few different things and I didn't get pictures of everything. We ordered sweet chili wings, nachos, crab dip, buffalo cauliflower, a shrimp basket, falafel and chicken and waffle. I also had a strawberry margarita and a spicy margarita. All of the food was good and I'm sure we'll go back soon. I don't eat seafood but my friends said that the crab dip was one of the best in the area. The wings were crispy. I really liked the cauliflower and it's accompanying sauce. The chicken and waffle were okay- the waffle was delicious but the chicken was under seasoned. The drinks were fine but I expected for the spicy margarita to have more of a kick. read more

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I ordered the Fried Chicken and strawberry margarita. I love the ambience of the restaurant. Great place for a brunch or date night. The chicken was flavorful and crunchy. The margarita was really good too. This is definitely a restaurant that I would keep in rotation. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - A. K.B Fried Chicken - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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First I would like to express my appreciation for the manager Ali. This was our first time visiting and he gave us a free bottle of wine. So nice! We were hanging out with friends in Hampden and decided to stop here for a quick bite. My wife ordered the burger with fried which she said was delicious. I ordered chicken wings with the sweet chili sauce which was very tasty. It was a beautiful night so we sat outside and enjoyed the ambiance and fresh night air. They had plenty of outside seating on comfy couches. When in Hampden we will be visiting again. Thanks Ali the manager. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - I got the wings but my wife burger looks delicous - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Stopped by here for lunch and there was not a wait to be seated and it wasn't very crowded. The restaurant has a nice ambiance and the lighting is pretty dim. Ordered the coconut henny and old fashion they were ok but had a lot of Juice. The sweet chili wings were tasty, the grilled veggies were great. The veggies were seasoned perfectly and came with an amazing sauce. We also Had a turkey burger and a regular burger both were cooked perfectly and tasted great. They were huge burgers. Towards the end of our dinning experience a big group came in so the service got a little slow because there was only one waitress. They also offer outdoor seating and I would sit out there next time if the weather is nice. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - Avenue Burger - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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i was meeting a friend and they suggested this place so decided to check it out. overall it's a nice upper casual place but the prices are high and ours has 20% gratuity already included even though we were two people we got the roasted veggies platter, the crispy Brussel sprouts, and the steak with sides. the brussel sprouts were good and my friend said the steak was decent - the sides were very good. the veggie platter itself was alright, but the next day when i combined the brussel sprouts and veggies then it tasted better overall the place offered decent food in a nice ambiance; though not sure it was worth the high price read more

On my continued trek across Baltimore to eat all the fried chicken sandwiches and crown the one true victor, I came to Avenue kitchen and bar. I placed an order for pick-up through their toast tab. I arrived a couple of minutes late because I got a flat tire and my food was waiting for me at the host table. The host spent several minutes going to get me a bill even though I had already paid online. When they arrived with the bill I told them I had already paid and I was handed my food, no fuss! The food, I got the fried chicken sandwich, brussels, and a side salad. For a $16 fried chicken sandwich I was ready to be wowed and I was not. The chicken had great seasoning but was totally dry and chewy. The sauce is some of the best chicken Sammy sauce I have had yet. The sprouts were great, crispy and tender, amazing curry aioli. The salad was a classic, I loved the mixture of texture and and acidity from the peppers, pickled onions and cucumbers. All in all, it's good, but at the price point I would want to a little more zhuzhed up. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - A,K. Fried Chicken - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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The vibe is very nice here. It's a nice chill after work or late evening spot that plays music. It was a little crowded but we were able to get a large party sat fairly quickly. The food was good I had the chicken and waffles. My friends said that the crab dip and Brussel sprouts were delicious as well. I didn't have any drinks but my friends said that they were tasty and strong. The manager stopped to make sure everyone was ok and had what they needed, and the waitress was awesome. Excited real like she wanted to do. read more

Avenue Kitchen & Bar - Chicken & Waffles - New American Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland