We finally got to check this spot out! It's been on my list for a while. It's a great place to hang…read moreout on a warm, sunny day! I tried a glass of the 2024 Karl Josef Piesporter, and it was sweet without being overwhelming. It has a laid back vibe, so there's no rush to leave. It's a great place to sit and chat for a while. They're dog friendly, though I will say the dog next to us got a little active with their friend, which was a bit distracting. Overall, it still had a quaint atmosphere. The service was on the slower side, but we weren't in a rush. Just keep that in mind if you're looking for a quicker stop because this spot might not be your best pick. I really enjoyed the wine and the waterfront views, so I'll definitely be back!

We stopped in for a cocktail. Our bartender said he was new and had been there a few months. He…read moresaid he was trying out some new drinks, so he gave us a peach cocktail to share. We ordered two vodka lemonades and two spicy margaritas. A little later he brought out a cheese board and said he was training someone, they had made an extra one, and he wanted us to have it for free. Super nice of him! We sat there enjoying our drinks, the cheese board, and watching the Blue Angels fly by. Great atmosphere. When we asked for the bill it was $73. Keep in mind, that's for four drinks because everything else was given to us for free. We never asked for the peach drink or the cheese board--he offered them. We paid the bill and left a good tip, but come on...$73 for four basic drinks is crazy. Just be aware if you're stopping in. The drinks are not cheap. Even with the free extras, it didn't feel like a good value.

A wonderful date night! There was a lovely entertainer on the piano who played light tunes…read more We dined on a Monday night at 8:30p on the first floor. The bread and parmesan are complimentary and GOOD. The freshness and lightness of both are fantastic. I ordered the Lobster Ravoli and the cream sauce was the STAR of the dish! It was so flavorful. My boyfriend got the Lobster Diavolo which he enjoyed but it was just okay to me. We shared a medium rare Cowboy Ribeye steak--YUMM. It was full of favor. We enjoyed a bottle of wine at the table as well. No dessert. Service was good and attentive.

I've been Tagliata two times before my most recent visit, and admittedly the food, experience, etc…read morefelt middle of the road. It was bad but it wasn't memorable either. However, my most recent experience was amazing! It's definitely the best italian I've had in Baltimore city. I opted for the the caesar salad and vongole. Both dishes were outstanding! Tagliata also has the best happy hour specials. Definitely check it out!

This restaurant was AMAZING!!! From the food, service, drinks were top tier. The steak was cooked…read moreperfectly. The Cesar salad was very unique , the flavors were delectable , I love what they did with the Cesar salad. It's small with an intimate feeling and the dark undertones make it cozy. The service was top tier and I enjoyed every second of dining here . Try it for yourself and thank me later !

So I have been coming to Amadeo's for years. We were sad to hear it was closing and then we got…read morenews that a couple was taking the restaurant over. We were excited but needed to try it for ourselves to see if it still had the Amadeo's service, great food, and ambiance! Let me tell you I want to gate keep. I really, really do. But this place is doing it right. The ambiance is the same but with a hip new twist. Same lovely old time bar but new artwork and table set up. The service was still top notch. Becca was still there and we were so happy to see her! The staff were so nice and all of this was before the food. They had experts in wines to help us pair with the meal. But we were blown away by the food! We got the tomato pie. Now stop there. That tomato pie is 100% perfection. I'm not over exaggerating! 100% perfect. I will die on that hill any day. The yellow tail crudo was light and freshing after that rich pie. But it was a perfect platelet cleanser before the mezza manichie. The pasta sauce was light while also savory. It was honestly the perfect meal. I know they switch up the menu but please keep that tomato pie! It's so damn good. I can't give Amadeo's higher than a 5 star, but I would if I could. It's a smaller place so plan ahead. But we will be back time and time again. Thanks for keeping this lovely Little Italy staple open and thriving.

This place was such a delight. We came here with our kids and they just loved this experience…read more The restaurant has a gigantic bocce ball court that takes up much of the first level. We were seated at a table that overlooked the court and a digital screen that flashed beautiful photos of Italy's top tourist spots. My kids were thrilled when they saw Venice, since they just learned about it in school. After ordering food, I took the kids to the bocce court while my partner could enjoy the wine and watch us from above. I know he appreciated having the break and a good glass of wine to go with it. Service was friendly and the food was fantastic. We ordered several dishes including several types of pasta, meatballs, cheesy bread and a caesar salad. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere and a great vibe overall. I already have a reservation when we pass through Baltimore again in a few weeks.

I realize this might be controversial, but La Scala just doesn't blow me away like it does for some…read morepeople. I came here for a birthday dinner for my friend. There was about 8 of us and we were seated downstairs in the bar area at a high top. Despite there being a reservation, it felt like our party was a last minute thought. The table was cramped and the ambiance of the downstairs bar area was dingy and dimly-lit. Our server, who was also the only bartender, did his best to multi task all night, although his demeanor was not very warm or friendly. I ordered the gluten free version of the Samantha fettuccine. Despite this being the only noodle they don't make in house, I had to pay extra for it. Annoying, but not totally unexpected. What was disappointing was the total price for the dish. It came out to be almost $50.... I believe the pasta is marked as market price due to the inclusion of crab meat but when it arrived, there was barely any in the dish. The flavor of the sauce was good but definitely not worth the price tag. I won't be returning anytime soon.

Stopped in earlier this week and had a great experience. Compliments to the chef on the foie gras…read morewith black truffle gelato--I honestly can't get that dish out of my head. It's one of those bites that sticks with you long after you've left the restaurant. The bar was great, the service was friendly and attentive, and the food was well executed across the board. Everything came together for a really enjoyable evening. Looking forward to coming back.

I've been really looking forward to coming to Cinghiale for a while now. Finally got to go when a…read morefriend invited us for a birthday dinner. The ambiance of the restaurant is absolutely stunning! The details and decor is carefully designed. Really gives an elegant and comfortable vibe with sophistication. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. We all felt extremely welcomed. Their wine menu is extensive! I was really happy to have our server offer me a taste of a wine I was unsure of. The wine was amazing. We ordered two cocktails which were less impressive. If we were to go back, would definitely stick with wine. For our food the table ordered some salads to start. The beet salad was very fresh! Our main entrees were good. It was very pricey. You definitely need to order multiple courses to be full.

We had a great experience at Benny's. The service here was prompt and friendly…read more The eggplant meatballs with polenta are a fantastic vegetarian option. Nice flavor and good portions. My friends got the lemon bar for dessert and they highly recommend it. I'd happily return if I'm ever back in the area!

I had an incredible experience at Benny's this weekend. We had a party of 9 for a birthday dinner…read moreand my wife wanted to go to a Mexican restaurant nearby that didn't take reservations. I went an hour early before everyone else was supposed to be there to get on the waitlist, but the wait was until 10 pm!! So I quickly switched gears and called Benny's because I've heard great things about them. The gentlemen who answered the phone was so kind, and was able to squeeze us in on the fly on a Saturday night, and they weren't slow. Got there super early because I was already in the area, and my wife and I decided to have an old fashioned and an espresso martini at the bar while we waited and they were excellent. The ambiance was upscale but still managed to be relaxed and comfortable. We had a lovely dinner, the waiter was busy but was still attentive and patient. Our whole experience was awesome, so we were already going back in the future. Yesterday I realized a mistake on my bank account from the bar charge, so I called around 6 pm and spoke to the same gentlemen as before. He got all my info and promised he'd call back in 5 minutes. I didn't really expect 5 minutes because I know how crazy the dinner rush would be at an Italian restaurant with a Wednesday wine special. Not even 3 minutes later he called back, and explained what happened, fixed it and I got a follow up text immediately letting us know the refund was already in process. Now, I've been in the service industry and I was a bartender, so I understand that I'm going to be a little biased here but from beginning to end Benny's went above and beyond. They clearly appreciate their customers and love their work, it shows.

The food was amazing , very fresh. The owner was so nice and sweet! Definitely recommend if you…read morewanna feel like you're at home - she let us coming in with a party of 6 right before they closed !!

Do not miss out on this Baltimore Gem! We have been passing by Pierpoint for (I'm sorry to say)…read moreyears on our walks. We first noticed it around Covid and thought it was closed. It's not! The place is quirky and fun with a bar at the front and dining room in the back. The owner Nancy was great! She is a culinary expert and just overall fun story teller. Now the food! My goodness the poutine was delicious. Seasoned perfectly and with the best combo of crab, sauce, and crispy beach style fries! Yum! We got the vegetarian Pho to even out the meal with Nancy's recommendation. She was not wrong. The Pho was one of the best I've ever had! The drink that Nancy made with watermelon and tequila was perfection at the end of the meal. I will come back for the events she offers, the fun, fantastic food, and wonderful conversations! Top notch place and we feel sad we just made our way here. But now we know we will be back many many many times.

This is best of Baltimore - food + service + ambience = #1…read more heirloom tomato toast: grilled sourdough, fresh goat cheese, peaches, pinenuts, aged balsamic, basil, mint - 10/10 Maryland crab dip: sherry, cream cheese, cheddar, old bay, chives, pretzel bites - 10/10 Parisian gnocchi: summer squash, heirloom cherry tomato, saffron, ricotta salata, marcona almond - 9/10 ORVIA DUCK BREAST: peach butter, plums, cauliflower, chanterelle mushrooms, duck jus - 8/10 AUSTRALIAN RACK OF LAMB: vadouvan, madras, yogurt, green mango, mint - 8/10

This is a SERVICE review:…read more I recently visited Bygone in Baltimore for a friend's birthday celebration, and unfortunately, my experience was extremely disappointing--especially as a pregnant guest. First, I shall say that the restaurant is BEAUTIFUL and the skyline is breathtaking. Now, moving on to my experience: I looked over the menu hoping to find something I could safely eat, but very few options were appetizing to me. The crab dip sounded like something I could enjoy, so I asked the bar waiter if it could be prepared without the alcohol. I was told that it could not because it was premade. Once our party was seated, I ended up eating bread and butter. Later, my friend ordered the mac and cheese and encouraged me to try it. Because I'm pregnant, I asked our waitress a very specific question: Was the cheese used in the dish pasteurized? She said she would check with the kitchen. About 10 minutes passed, and I eventually had to flag her down. She came back and told me the cheese was "fresh." I explained that "fresh" was not what I had asked and repeated my question. She then said she would speak with the chef. While waiting, I was hungry and tasted some of the cheese sauce. The chef eventually came out with the waitress and told me that the cheese was safe. I clarified again: "I'm pregnant. I can only have pasteurized cheese. Is this cheese pasteurized?" His response was essentially, "No, but it's fresh and safe." At that point, I was honestly mortified and extremely uncomfortable. I had to excuse myself from the table because I was so upset. This was not about being difficult or expecting the restaurant to create an entirely new menu for me. I simply wanted a clear and accurate answer about whether something contained pasteurized cheese so I could make an informed decision about what to eat. My friend advocated for me and explained to management that the menu felt particularly limiting for someone who is pregnant. Benjamin, the manager, came over and spoke with us. He explained that many of the menu items contain some form of alcohol or non-pasteurized/aged cheese. He did try to accommodate me by offering a well-done salmon with salt and pepper and summer beans or red meat with no sauce, which I appreciate; however, it was quite late and those options did not feel appetizing for me. He also gave us his card and told me that I could come back in the future and order whatever I wanted since I did not make a choice. I do appreciate Benjamin taking the time to come speak with us and trying to find an alternative. However, the interaction with the waitress and chef left me feeling embarrassed and uncomfortable during what was supposed to be a celebration for my friend. For me, the biggest issue was not that the restaurant didn't have many options I could eat--it was that my very specific food-safety question was not answered clearly or accurately when I asked it multiple times. If a pregnant guest asks whether a cheese is pasteurized, "fresh" is not an answer to that question. I hope Bygone takes this as an opportunity to better educate staff on how to handle dietary and food-safety questions, particularly from pregnant guests. I would have been much more understanding if someone had simply said, "Let me verify that with the chef," and returned with a clear answer. I appreciate the manager's effort to make things right, but unfortunately, the experience still left an unpleasant impression on me.

Bri (host) and Leah (server) were incredibly nice and attentive. Bri took me and my friends…read morepictures and Leah has the best smile and service. the food was delicious I got head on shrimp and snow crab.

My family and I were visiting Baltimore for a short vacation. This restaurant was a find on Yelp…read moreand it did not disappoint! My son and I shared the Captain's Catch seafood boil with the house blend seasoning... which included 3LBs of seafood (Dungeness Crab, Shrimp, and Mussels, and potatoes and corn) The portion was plentiful and the taste was AMAZING! You can also customize your own boil which is what my son's girlfriend did... also with the house blend seasoning... also AMAZING and FULL OF FLAVOR!! Leah our waitress was so helpful and walked us through the ordering process. Leah made our experience even more memorable !!! My family and I will definitely return to Baltimore Seafood when we visit the Baltimore again. The whole experience was fun for all. We recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants a great seafood boil

The Generous Pour event at The Capital Grille is officially becoming a birthday staple! Six to…read moreeight generous samples of different delicious wines, thoughtfully paired with each course, what's better than that?! It's such a fun way to celebrate, and the experience never disappoints. The lamb is always my go-to, and once again it was a 10/10... tender, juicy, flavorful, and plentiful. We paired it with the creamed spinach and au gratin potatoes, and both sides were the perfect complement. We finished the celebration with the cheesecake and flourless chocolate cake, which were the perfect sweet ending. Another amazing birthday celebration at The Capital Grille Baltimore!

My family gathered in Baltimore to see my niece graduate college. After the graduation we all met…read moreat The Capital Grille Inner Harbor. The restaurant really went all out for our party. They gave us our own private room, it was a nice dinner that made our visit more enjoyable. Cocktails are a must and I went with my go to drink, the Old Fashioned. While drinks are being served, we're ordering sharable food for the table. At any Capital Grille, from New York to Maryland each restaurant has a similar menu. We started with a large seafood tower. If you haven't had the seafood tower, it's so choice and highly recommended. The shrimp was so fresh, the same with the oysters. No one really likes oysters so more for me. Mmm mm.. We over ordered too much food but I left room for dessert. I ordered Crème Brûlée served with seasonal berries. I know The Capital Grille is a chain but that dessert was fire! Very fresh and tasted amazing. The Capital Grille in Baltimore's Inner Harbor was a great place for a celebration dinner. Highly recommended.