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Celestial Cafe

2.9 (11 reviews)
Closed 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM

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Fried Whiting Fillet, macaroni and cheese, Collard Greens
Karen H.

This cozy little neighborhood soul food restaurant is full of charm and flavor. Let's talk about the unique apps. Has anyone ever heard of a collard greens egg rolls What about a Everything egg roll Me either Let's talk about the deliciousness of the collard green egg roll that takes the classically cooked greens and puts them in egg roll form with and amazing sauce that's slightly sweet with a little heat. Talk about kicking up a notch Then the Everything egg roll was like having Thanksgiving all in 1 roll. Collards, macaroni & cheese, and candied yams plus the dipping sauce. What stop the madness!! We also had the perfectly fried catfish nuggets starter which is served with the most amazingly seasoned fresh cut fries and an aïoli dipping sauce. Btw, these apps were made for sharing. The egg rolls come in 4's. I opted to the fried whiting entree with macaroni and cheese, and collard greens This was a good choice and in fact I had to take some home . I was totally full from apps. Let me also mention that this is a black owned family restaurant. The owner Phil is out on the floor helping to serve and adding a welcomed personal touch Our server Noel was amazing. Her personality is infectious and she added to the enjoyment my group had this evening. If you're in the area or even if you're not it's worth the trip.

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I can't review the food because every time I try to order they wait an hour and cancel my order. Just unprofessional and really annoying.

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Miss Shirley's Cafe, Inner Harbor - Cookies and Cream donuts

Miss Shirley's Cafe, Inner Harbor

4.1(3.8k reviews)
5.0 miInner Harbor
$$

The food was good however I do have some complaints. We came here expecting a simple cafe and when…read morewe ordered eggs and a few other things thinking the would be simple but instead they had a seasoning on them and were more gourmet. This place would be better if they told you there was a seasoning or topping on your meal. Overall I would eat here again but it is not my first pick.

I don't know how anyone could give this place fewer than five stars; if I could, I would give it…read moresix! The food was absolutely amazing. I had the Southern Slammer Sandwich (with the grits) and my sister had the Fried Chicken, Biscuit and Gravy Omelet (with the hash browns). We couldn't stop saying how good they were! The service was on point, everyone was very nice, and the noise level was fine. Here is something I literally have never experienced anywhere else: My sister has a couple of food allergies and she gave the waitress a piece of paper where she listed out what she can and cannot have. A few minutes later, a lovely young woman (I think she said she was a manager) came out and discussed the list with my sister in detail, just to make sure the restaurant got it exactly right. My sister almost cried! As far as timing goes: They don't take reservations, but they have an efficient system -- when you arrive, they take down your name and phone number, tell you how long the wait will be, and then text you when it's your turn. They told us 40 minutes but it turned out to be only 20, so it's good we hadn't wandered too far away. Next time we're in Baltimore, we'll definitely be back.

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Water for Chocolate

4.5(1k reviews)
4.4 miUpper Fells Point
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This is a small but REALLY nice restaurant! While there was music playing, it was still quiet…read moreenough to have a conversation without feeling the need to yell. Sean (the owner) provided SPECTACULAR service with wonderful recommendations. Since we were the first to arrive for the day, he allowed us to choose our own seating. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended! Dress code is casual. We decided on the Chef Brunch Menu for our Friday brunch which provided 3 courses. I had the Nitro shrimp and grits, Chicken Teriyaki Bowl and French Toast Dippers with fresh fruit. My fiancé had the Chicken Dumplings (potstickers), Crab Quesadillas and French Toast Dippers with fresh fruit as well. The Jamaican Iced Tea is a MUST try!! We'll definitely be returning to see what the dinner menu is like. Oh... parking is rough (street parking) so get there early!!

I cannot express how wonderful this restaurant is. The personal touches. Upon arrival we were the…read moreonly ones there. We were able to speak with him he waiter regarding the menu as well as the chef's background. The restaurant has an open kitchen concept, so we could see the chef at work. To start we had Chicken Dumplings and Duck Poutine. Both were truly an experience. For entrees we ordered Red Snapper, Blue Plate, one had pork, one did not, and the Chefs cut. All was amazing. There is a lot of attention to detail with the flavors and with the restaurant service. I cannot speak highly enough of the chef and his establishment!

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Water for Chocolate - French Toast Dippers

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Charleston

Charleston

4.5(775 reviews)
5.1 miInner Harbor
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It was my wife's birthday. Where to celebrate? "How about Cindy Wolf's flagship restaurant?" I…read morethought. After all, it'd been on our radar since Tom Sietsema's 2019 review in the Washington Post but, because it's located a long way from us, we hadn't made the effort. We're so glad we made the trip to Baltimore this past Thursday for what wound up being a magical evening. The staff was exceptional: Eliza and George greeted us warmly ("that's quite the hat!"). George led us to table #4...the perfect choice (thanks Eliza!) as I'd had my eye on that table thanks to web-based interior shots of Charleston. Jocelyn, our Server, was friendly, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable when it came to the daily menu, the evening's specials, and the daunting wine list. It's no wonder Charleston was a 2025 James Beard Foundation award winner for its "Outstanding Wine & Other Beverages Program." Thanks to Jocelyn's Busser, Dionicio, our water glasses were never empty and we had a constant supply of muffins, sourdough, and the best cornbread ever! He was the master of unobtrusive service. Ah, but whatabout the food?! Perfection. Champagne followed by Chef's welcoming sippable soup set the stage for a mix-and-match tasting tour. Potato & Beer soup, Lettuce & Beet salad, and Grilled Tenderloin for me and Zucchini Beignets, Lettuce & Beet salad, and White Truffle Fettuccine for her. All simply confirmed that Chef Wolf and her kitchen staff are at the top of their game. We finished the evening with our complementary desserts (Almond Pound Cake, Cashew & Dark Chocolate Vegan Cheesecake) and coffee. Even the chocolate Macarons, a parting treat, were delicious. Finally, a word about the room. "Calming" comes to mind. Never hurried. Conversation was easy. Very much appreciated nowadays where, even in upper tier restaurants, it's a struggle to hear your tablemates. All-in-all, a wonderful birthday evening made possible by Charleston Restaurant Baltimore.

My partner and I returned to Charleston for our annual Christmas dinner. While the food was…read moregenerally very good, we were a little less impressed with the service this year. The major hiccup we experienced was my gluten free lamb shank pasta being sent to the vegetarian sitting at the table next to us. Watching this unfold and the server's exasperated reaction was very awkward. That being said, the manager (or maitre d?)'s graceful handling of the situation thereafter was great. He told us what happened, played it off well, explained that it would be a bit of a wait for our next course as a result, and ended up comping all our wine. Really classy touch. However, even after the long wait for the pasta, it was ultimately under-salted under-seasoned and not impressive at all. As much as I appreciate the gluten free option, I wish I had just gotten something else especially after all that trouble! The rest of the service throughout the night was also oddly paced. We ordered less courses than last year (only three) but we were there for almost four hours. Tables around us who arrived after us were served their first courses before we even had a chance to order. We were asked to pick out a wine first before choosing our food and since we weren't sure what we were eating, we weren't ready to select a wine. Even just getting the food menu took a bit of waiting around. Our server didn't inquire about any food allergies either so it was tough making decisions when I wasn't sure what was gluten free - and this was an allergy that was noted in our reservation, too. At another point, I asked for a glass of red wine three different times until finally the maitre d grabbed it for me after the pasta debacle happened. As for the rest of my meal, the scallops and lobster soup were both yummy but not anything life changing. However, my boyfriend's lamb chop dish was very very delicious. The one bite I had, paired with the pomegranates, was heaven. By the way, they offer gluten free bread service too. Has the Charleston lost their touch after the recent James Beard press? I'm not sure but I do hope they step things back up again. You come to expect a little more from an institution like this, especially after being totally blown away last year.

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Charleston - Bar

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Charleston - Baby Spinach and Red Bartlett Pear Salad

Baby Spinach and Red Bartlett Pear Salad

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Thelma Jean's Southern Style Cooking - 4 Piece Fried Wings Baked Mac and Cheese

Thelma Jean's Southern Style Cooking

3.9(95 reviews)
3.4 mi

I'm not sure that I've ever had smothered pork chops as tender as these…read more I ordered via Uber and my order arrived within the hour. I ordered the smothered pork chop dinner with a side of rice and gravy and collard greens, and I added add'l sides of sweet potato casserole and stuffing (for an additional fee for each.) Like I said, the smothered pork chops were extremely tender. I didn't even need a knife, I honestly could have used a spoon to eat them. The gravy could have used a tad more salt or chicken bouillon, but the flavor was good and the gravy had a good consistency. The collard greens were really good. I'm not sure whether or not they use meat, but I liked them. I absolutely loved the sweet potato casserole. It was very sweet, just like I like it. The cornbread dressing was good, but I should've gotten my gravy on top of it to keep it super moist. Next time I will do it with the gravy on top. I have no notes-- the next time I'm in the Baltimore area and craving soul food, I know where to go

The mac&cheese was horrible, the cheese brand was the cheese you make with oil not milk, just a bad…read moretaste in you mouth. The greens were so soft, it was 1 step away from the blender becoming a juice, now the Catfish would have been okay if it wasn't so greasy. And just how can you mess up cornbread but they did. It was so dry, you would have to dunk it in some kind of liquid to eat it. I won't be returning. $20.00 for a dinner gone wrong. I should have just went to McDonalds.

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Thelma Jean's Southern Style Cooking - Great space

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Thelma Jean's Southern Style Cooking - Broiled crabcake w green beans and stuffing

Broiled crabcake w green beans and stuffing

Thelma Jean's Southern Style Cooking - Nice seating

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Celestial Cafe - tradamerican - Updated May 2026

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