Stopped by on a Friday evening and had a great experience! There was a live saxophonist playing who…read morewas really good. The bar was filled and it looked like they only had one bartender so it was a little slow getting or drinks but with the wait. I got the cognac espresso martini. Strong and good! Highly recommend. Then we ordered the catfish tenders and the curry chicken egg rolls. The catfish tenders were great! I'm not even really a curry chicken person but I was pleasantly surprised at the egg rolls! Can with great sweet/spicy sauces. Got an entree, we split the Rasta pasta. That actually turned out to be perfect because after the two appetizers, we would not have finished a full entree by ourselves. Everything was delicious. Definitely returning.

The restaurant is in a good location but the inside left a lot to be desired. Our table for two was…read moreactually a side table. We had to sit to the side because the underside was blocked off. Not to mention it was wobbly. My best friend and I came here for my birthday and I was disappointed. It was a Friday night around 7pm. It wasn't packed but my drink took a while to come out. It was okay but nothing special. I don't remember the name. Although my waitress didn't ask how I wanted my lamb chops, they were too rare for my liking. So, I didn't eat it and decided I'd cook it more at home. The Mac and cheese was very dry. I didn't eat all of it and did not enjoy the texture. The greens were not good at all. I think wayyy too much vinegar. Oddly enough when I got home I put a lot of hot sauce in it. It enhanced it a little but still not " good". Overall, I was disappointed in my meal and I don't think I would return. I think they were supposed to to have live music but it was just two people setting up/ DJing. I was just underwhelmed by the food and the decor.

Vegan burger was not of good texture. It was made solely if chickpeas. Very mushy, not flavorful…read moreand well over priced

I haven't had a good crab cake in a long time so this was a great surprise. Super flavorful and…read morefresh and not overshadowed by the rest of the items on the sandwich. The brussel sprouts. Incredible. Mapley and toasted perfectly I was such a fan Staff was not super friendly and felt rushed even though it was empty.

Always a great time to grab fresh and indulgent meals at The Food Market…read more Parking can be a little tight some nights but the service is typically very quick and reliable. I like to come during happy hour and times when I'm impressing my friends. I highly recommend you stop in.

New Sunday Special offering from the Food Market! Your choice of steak, two sides and a sauce for…read morebetween $50-70. Me and my date split a 10oz ribeye, lobster Mac and baked potato (not a standard bake potato fyi) and added fried lobster tail. Everything was SO GOOD!!!

Hampden Yards is always a hit!! Our favorite spot to go to in season. Perfect for friends to…read moregather, dog parents to hang out, and kids to run around - a win win for everyone. Easy ordering through QR codes on the table, and your food/drinks are delivered right away. Staff is always friendly!

Spring has sprung and summer is fastly approaching which means we'll be relishing in all the…read moreoutdoor and rooftop bars thr city has to offer. Tucked away on a quiet street in Hampden sits Hampden Yards Beer Garden. Bringing all the patio vibes to this little community. If it wasn't for the sounds of the patrons chatting away, you might actually miss Hampden Yards. Which is nice because it's off the beaten path from all the goings on happening on the main street. I loved the kind of garden look they have, and it was great that Hampden Yards has some areas that are covered to keep you out of the sun if you so choose. The drink options were nice, with various beers and some crafted cocktails. Offering a little something for everyone. Hampden Yards sells a few snacks but the Glizzy hot dog stand sits at the opening, providing everyone with a taste of summer in the form of a grilled hot dog. This was my first visit to Hampden Yards Beer Garden and it definitely won't be my last during the summer.

Great little spot in Hampden a few blocks from the Avenue and on the way to the light rail if…read moreyou're planning on going to a game downtown. I'm a pescatarian so I haven't tried their BBQ meats (the friends I've brought have raved about their brisket) but they do have a vegan jackfruit sandwich that's solid and I love their Mac and cheese. I normally go to sit at the bar and enjoy their cocktails and whiskey selection which is one of the best near me. They have a great selection of some of those hard to acquire bourbons and quite a few exclusive barrel picks. The last time I was in, my buddy and I finally tried their Buffalo Trace and Rittenhouse picks on their own (as opposed to my standard Manhattan) and I ended up taking a bottle of their Rittenhouse home.

I was really excited to try Blue Pit BBQ after seeing it named Maryland's 2026 Best BBQ Joint, but…read moremy experience was super disappointing. Service was friendly and welcoming upon walk-in, but that was the best part of our experience. The food sadly did not match the reputation. EVERYTHING came out lukewarm, the brisket was overcooked and dry, cornbread was burnt and hard, greens had no seasoning, and the baked beans were overwhelmingly vinegary. The bratwurst was underwhelming with no real snap, and even the B-side drink was way too sour. The mac & cheese and coffee BBQ sauce were the only good items of our entire meal. I really hope the kitchen staff was having an uncommon off-day, because this visit didn't reflect the recognition at all. Our meal was a compete letdown, so I hope they improve for future diners soon. PS - There is an upstairs and a downstairs, but if you sit upstairs, you have to order your food downstairs - they do bring the food up to you though.

I've been going to the Local Fry since they were located in Fed Hill and the food has always been…read moreconsistent, hot and ready to go I love that they've expanded to serve college students at Morgan State because I would've loved that when I was in college. The chicken is crisp and fried hard just the way I like it! The fries are delectable and still hold the power of the local fry sauce! This is a go to for me on my way home and if you haven't tried it it's a go to for you too. I recommend that you place an order first that way It'll be ready when you get there.

All of their food is simply amazing. It's one of the hidden gems of Baltimore and a must try for…read moreanyone in the area. The favorite is catfish asada fries and hot old bay bone in wings (hard fried, extra sauce). They have the best in the city.

Gosh ! , no words to explain how much we Looooved this place. AMAZING all around from the food to…read morethe service million stars. Incredible vibe and atmosphere. Person helping us - Mr Yon so kind and so helpful , definitely deserving of a huge raise very soon. Thank you guys. We are so happy we came across Ekiben on our spring break journey.

If you're reading this, maybe you're visiting Baltimore or just moved here bc Ekiben is a STAPLE…read morehere. So, I'll break down my perfect order but just know, you will never order anything you don't enjoy. Spicy walnut shrimp bowl - no, there aren't nuts. The walnut shrimp are massive and perfect. Their bowls are big enough for two. I get this with a bun on the side and extra pickled goodies. The broccoli is (to me) the most iconic item on the menu. I've never had anything like it. I'm obsessed with it and would never order from here without it. If I'm sharing and extra hungry, the garlic chili oil noodles are coming home with me too. My family also loves the tofu bowl (sauce on the side for my son). You can't go wrong!

Five stars for ambiance and service! Papermoon is the most unique, fun, creative and eclectic…read morerestaurant in Baltimore! Such a fun place to take your family to just be in a fun uplifting atmosphere with toys, patterns and colors on every corner of the space. It's the best place to play eye spy. We had a party of 5 and the food came out just in time. Our server was very friendly. I ordered an omelet and it was a pretty average omelet. It wasn't the best omelet I've ever had. Loved the taste of goat cheese and veggies. The hash browns were okay as well. This is a diner and I think that for a diner is a great and fun place to go with friends and family! I do want to go back and try the blueberry pancakes because they looked incredible.

This place was recommended by a friend and me and my family were treated terribly. I have a family…read moreof 5 and they sat us at a 4 person table even though there was space at some tables behind that. The service was slow, the food wasn't very good and to top it off they added a large party gratuity of 20% making our breakfast for 5 people $174.00. I just looked at my wife and said I'll pay it and never come back. I had two other friends tell me it's probably because I had on a Calvert Hall hoodie and they probably thought I would be snobby or something. Either way terrible experience. 0/10

My husband made surprise reservations to celebrate Valentine's Day and we came to True Chesapeake…read morefor the first time. I absolutely loved it, from the prompt service to the ambience to the local, delicious food, we had such a lovely dinner. I came for oysters and I got them. First we had a dozen raw oysters from the True Chesapeake farm, which were so fresh and flavorful. My favorite hands down was the Chunky Dunker oyster, gigantic and meaty. Then we had broiled oysters, you know, for some variety! They were fantastic. Dinner was fabulous, I had the scallops and my husband had the fish. We ate every single bite, and all but licked the plates clean. To finish, we had dessert cocktails - the Grasshopper tastes like an Andes mint - and we happily headed home with full bellies. I can't wait to come back and try more of the local seafood on offer!

Woah! I was blown away. This restaurant is the greatest…read moreI've been to lately in Baltimore. I walked in and I was immediately happy to be there. The bar and restaurant are beautiful. The apps were incredible. I absolutely loved the beet salad, steak tartare and the handmade spaghetti with clams. You can't go wrong with the brisket meal or their sides - whether it's the grilled chicken or the CAULIFLOWER. GET IT! The oysters were hyper local. Good but not the greatest as I prefer more northern. They have a great selection of oysters locally available so everyone could find one they'd like. I preferred one of them but they didn't identify which was which.

This is the kind of cocktail bar you go to when you want to have a deep intimate conversation with…read moresomeone. It is gorgeous, but dark, and the seating is spaced out enough to give you a bit of privacy. This is a great place to visit when you want to impress a date and ask them all of the awkward background questions about why their last relationship ended. And when you want to drink a fancy cocktail and don't mind paying $15-$20 for the privilege. The bartenders know what they are doing and are super professional, but probably are not trying to listen to your life story. You're also probably not going to meet new people here. It's not that kind of vibe. Basically, this is an upscale cocktail lounge, not Cheers (or Fraziers). And it is a very good one. I love stopping in for a cocktail on the way to dinner on the Avenue, or on the walk home. It is always a treat.

Wonderful date spot - it's so charming inside. For groups of 3+, I'd recommend a reservation if you…read moredon't want to sit at the bar. Drinks do take a long time to get out.