GET THE BRUSSELS SPROUTS We also got the lamb chops, which were fabulous, and the charcuterie, which was good, but the Brussels sprouts had the right amount of sweet, salty, crunch, and kick. Get the Brussels sprouts. This is a really nice restaurant in downtown Annapolis. The portions are nice. The servers are friendly. My husband and the people next to us said their cocktails were also good and unique. We're definitely going again. It was 15 degrees outside and I got some hot tea, but soon enough, when the food got there, it was my main focus. read more

I'm not one to normally one to write a review but Level small plates was one of my wife's and I favorite date spots a few years back, so when we were back in town we decided to come back to one of our favorite places! We were very excited to try new menu items and the famous gimlet. Service was great, our server was very friendly and knowledgeable. The food and drinks were good, our favorite avocado tacos did not disappoint! What made our experience go from good to bad quickly was what seemed to be the chef coming to our table reeking of cigarettes and alcohol and proceeding to hover over us for what felt like an inappropriately long time. Our server looked embarrassed as if this is a reoccurring event. Although I appreciate the chef coming to check on us it was a bit uncomfortable. We will be returning to one of our favorite date spots, however we hope next time we will have a better experience. read more

Level Small Plates is a place we've been to several times, and overall it remains a solid Annapolis spot for sharing plates, having drinks, and enjoying a relaxed dinner. On our most recent visit, we ordered the charcuterie board, pork belly, short ribs, and steamed mussels. The charcuterie board is always nice, and the food overall was very good. The pork belly and short ribs gave the meal some richer, heavier flavors, while the mussels helped round things out. The only downside this time was the service. Normally service here is good, but our waiter was really slow during this visit. It was also louder than usual, possibly because of a party or larger group nearby. That is not usually our experience here, so I'd treat it more as an off night than a reason not to return. Still a good spot, and we'll go back. read more

The beef mashed potatoes tasted so tender and paired well together with the gravy. The ambiance is 10/10 beautiful inside like I got transported to Italy. However, the size of some of the plates like the burrata needed more bread, and tuna poke could have been bigger for the price. It was also a bit too salty (the tuna) for my taste. Definitely still worth it for the drinks and the beef dish. The strip steak was pretty small. The drink I had was a special, and it had fire on a lemon to melt the brown sugar which was a cool touch! read more

Level A Small Plates Lounge - Burrata - Lounges Near Me - Annapolis, Maryland

Came here during the Christmas season on a Sunday night. We got the charcuterie board and bison sliders. The board had Brie type of cheese and another cheese that was delicious. It had some salami and ham/proscuitto . The house pate was good. The pickles surprisingly good. The house made pate was made with liver and cranberries and I liked it. Zayne, our waiter, knew the answer to every question we threw him. Our bison sliders/burgers were very different and very specific and came out as ordered. My friend really liked it. Everything was great. I loved my mulled spice old fashioned and mulled wine. Atmosphere is relaxed. Lighting flattering. Music muted. Not much to absorb the conversation so you can hear that. To back room was preferable and I was glad we were seated there. read more

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4.5 Came here 7 years later and it's still amazing! Cute place, attentive service, fun cocktails and very delicious food. Of what we ordered, scallops and the mashed potatoes that came with lamb chops really stood out. We ordered 6 small plates and the cobbler which was definitely plenty but we ate all but some spinach leaves. 4.5 because some plates didn't hit a home run, hard rice with tuna, but overall a great time. read more

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Visited for the first time a week ago and would love to visit again really soon. I love the small plates concept so you can try as much on the menu without being wasteful as the portions are small. Everything we ordered was delicious especially the shrimp wraps, Brussels sprouts, house fries, and the warm chocolate chip cookies - mmm! Can't wait to return with someone who hasn't been to wow them ;) Service was great too. We had late reservations for 830pm and our server was attentive and it wasn't too busy , which was even better. read more

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This was my second time at Level lounge, and I was looking forward to this visit a bit more since I had an opentable dining certificate to redeem. My happy hour dinner started nice with their Short rib flatbread and Fried house pickles, and the flatbread was on point with all of its flavors working their magic. Spicy pork belly was a-ok: liked the sauce but the pork belly slices were pretty dry. Curried crab bruschetta was also a-ok. But my dessert, flourless brownie, ruined my meal. It seems to be outsourced and was one of the hardest brownies I have had. The bartender serving me was pretty attentive and pleasant to interact with. In spite of this mediocre dining experience, I look forward to returning here on my next Annapolis visit as my first visit was rather nice. read more

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Holy smokes. Best restaurant I've eaten at in a long time. I came with my daughter to celebrate my birthday, and greatly enjoyed all the food. Our server Enrique was incredibly kind and attentive the entire night. I recommend the Brussels sprouts and the brownie. The Brussels sprouts were INCREDIBLY. can't think of a single critiscm. They were PHENOMENAL. The brownie was also delightful, and we loved the orange zest. Will be returning!! read more

Level A Small Plates Lounge - Cheese board, Mediterranean burrata, Brussels sprouts - Lounges Near Me - Annapolis, Maryland

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This place is fantastic! Our family of four went before taking my daughter back to school after winter break. We ordered a series of small plates and truly enjoyed all of them. We went on a chilly January night and pretty much had the restaurant to ourselves. Everything came out of the kitchen fast. Our server was very knowledgeable of the menu and made spot on suggestions. She made sure to let us know about portion size as she knew we planned on sharing multiple plates. For instance the lamb came 2 to a plate, so we knew to order multiple plates. Although, everything was really good a few stand outs for us were...grilled oysters, lamb chops, smoked duck confit and the crab Mac and cheese. For desert we finished the meal off with chocolate chip cookies. It came with two big cookies, cereal milk and cinnamon whipped cream. This was a pretty cool place. No doubt we'll be back. read more

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WARNING: DO NOT HOST EVENTS HERE. I recently attended a wedding at Level and felt compelled to share my experience. The space was cute, but from the very start there was almost no staff support. Guests, including the mother of the bride, ended up bussing tables, refilling drinks, and doing whatever they could to keep things running. It was uncomfortable and unprofessional. The most disappointing moment came when the manager, Jennifer, showed up not to apologize or help but to scold the DJ, claiming the dance floor music was too loud and disturbing diners. The DJ looked confused and kept lowering the volume until no one was dancing. If a venue has noise restrictions, that should be communicated clearly before an event is booked. The energy completely collapsed. The couple ended their reception early and moved to another location where they could actually play music. Level is not equipped to handle private events. The management's lack of professionalism turned what should have been a joyful night into a stressful and disappointing one. Save yourself the trouble and look elsewhere. read more

Meh. I wanted to like this place. Steak came out horribly undercooked. The "assorted meat and cheese" charcuterie board was one type of cheese and some flavorless salami. Came with some kind of bread that was crunchy but cold and not really toasted. No one wants that. read more

Enjoyed Rum Braised Pork Shank with Grits, Mussels with Coconut red curry (spicy), and Charcuterie Combo. All were very tasty. The pork was melt-off-the-bone tender. The issues were delivered quickly, for the small table it would have been nice to be able to finish one dish before the others were delivered. Considering ordering one dish at a time to stagger the food delivery. read more

Level A Small Plates Lounge - Mussels with baguette to soak up the Coconut Red Curry Sauce. - Lounges Near Me - Annapolis, Maryland

We visited Level tonight around 5:00 pm on one of the Midnight Madness nights in Annapolis. We thought we were going for Happy Hour, but that part was a bit confusing. We did not have a reservation but we asked to be seated at a two top table in the main room. They gave us the regular menu and the Happy Hour menu. But the server said you had to be sitting at the bar itself to order the cheeseburger sliders on the HH menu. But we could have vegan sliders at the table where we were. So we passed on sliders. We shared the beet salad, the burrata, and the tenderloin kebabs. All three plates were really good. I tried the Farmers Market drink on the cocktail menu and it was awedome--very refreshing. We shared a cheesecake for dessert. Everything was awesome, but it was all the regular pricing, no HH discount. But be sure to go--the drinks & food are amazing. read more

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I had a few hours to spare, so I decided to stop by a bar that just happened to be open for happy hour. The place was quite empty, but I couldn't resist ordering an old-fashioned cocktail. I also tried the cheeseburger slider, which turned out to be really good. read more

Level A Small Plates Lounge - Happy hour cheeseburger sandwich - Lounges Near Me - Annapolis, Maryland

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I really like this place. West street in Annapolis. We didn't have a reservation this round, but they found a table for 2 upstairs. Hostess stated the bar tender would wait in us. Uh oh. The bartender was super busy with his own tables sat at the bar along with fulfilling other servers bar orders for their tables. I expected a long wait, but between other staff helping, we ended up just fine in the service department. Wine - above par. We ordered a bottle of the Malbec. Super bold red. Food - wide and I shared multiple tapas. Favorites weee braised short rib and the scallops. Great vibe in the upstairs dining room. Nice exercise to get up there. Highly recommend read more

Level A Small Plates Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Annapolis, Maryland

Overall, it was a great date night experience with fun drinks, yummy food, and excellent service. The ambiance was cute, but for the price i was hoping for the food to be a little bit better. The drinks menu was awesome. There was great variety and they were open to making some into mocktails! The original demons drink was the best I've had in a long time. The pork belly was probably the star of the show for us and we made it during happy hour which gave us cheaper prices on that and the flatbread. Udon was great. The flatbread was okay. The scallops were yummy but a little burnt and was hoping for more of the sides for $17. The cookies were pretty dry and crumbly. Cookies are my favorite dessert, but these didn't hit the spot. Love the pride flags and more inclusive bathrooms. read more

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What a cool spot. Went on a Monday evening where there weren't too many other patrons at the time (~5:30PM) and ordered a few items before their happy hour ended. First thing I noticed is their flexibility to accommodate. They can make most of their cocktails into mocktail versions, so people feel less left out. And their cocktails are good! There's a good balance and depth to the drinks where it's clear whoever is in charge of the drink menu is somebody that takes great care in how they craft their drinks. There's infused liquor, presentation, and a few other "small" details that elevate the drinks to a different level. As far as food goes, much like the name implies, everything is tapas-style. Serving size per dish is probably for 2 people; 3 people per dish feels like it would be a stretch. Everything is delicious. I was impressed by the flavors of all the dishes, but the thing that impressed me the most was the cook on the meats. Everything was extremely tender, juicy, and well-seasoned. Definitely appreciated in a tapas-place because bites are limited, but each bite was memorable. Really enjoyed visiting and it looks like they rotate their menus on a seasonal basis, so there's new things to try throughout the year. I would definitely recommend! read more

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We love this place. Every time I'm in town this is at the top of my list. The small plates allow you to sample all the different tastes without missing out. I love everything but the lamb is tops. read more

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Christy our server was great, the eggnog cocktail was splendid, the fried oysters were delish as were the fries, the tuna tartar was okay. The ambiance had a good vibe, nice spot for some tapas and drinks. read more

Level A Small Plates is still our favorite night cap. Dessert and mocktails are a must here. Mocktails seem to be the new trend and they have a very extensive list (priced about $1-2 more than most of the other restaurants). Review is to simply thank staff for being awesome and to post some updated yummy images. read more

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This was our first visit/impressions, the part that could have been better was when I ordered an orange crush and I got a rickey and the part that we really didn't like was that there were mice running around the "farm room". read more

My boyfriend Russell and I go to Level on a weekly basis. The food is amazing and innovative and the atmosphere is great, especially when the front windows & doors are open. The bar upstairs is cozy and the cocktails are delicious. But hands down, the most exceptional thing about Level is the staff! Riley and Josh are fabulous bartenders. Kara and Jules are the best servers in town and Lexi manages the restaurant with the most welcoming attitude and the goal to make your experience perfect. I really can't say enough how this group at Level makes us keep coming back so much. I hope the owners know how fortunate they are to have this amazing staff....there are plenty of other restaurants in the area to choose from, but this is by far our favorite! read more

The food in this small, stylish restaurant far outshines the atmosphere; Staff wear T-shirts. We sat at the bar and they cleared space for us, but left the counter very wet. The food is primarily small plates and the grilled oysters were excellent. The crab bruschetta was very good and the trout was devine. The lamb chops were too chewy. read more

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We had a great time and enjoyed the food that came out. Our sever was super helpful and was doing a great job of being attentive to us! My hubby and I were food hopping around Annapolis after the parade of lights. We really enjoyed this place, the plates were small but the food was delish! I landed on the tuna tar tar and the house fries. They also had an egg nog cocktail seasonal I'm sure. We landed on that as well. We will definitely return. read more

Came here on a Wednesday evening prior to seeing a concert. It was pretty empty, but that was likely because happy hour had just ended and it was raining outside. The venue is dark and romantic, and is very deceiving when you first enter. It looks quite small but upon walking back toward the bar, you can see that there is a larger dining area under the staircase. (And also, perhaps more dining on the second level?) The food was excellent. Grilled sirloin was fantastically cooked (medium rare, the only acceptable option other than rare lol), and was super flavorful. My favorite was the current restaurant week special though: scallops with aguachile. The plates here are small, as it is a tapas bar, but I found them perfectly sized for one person such as myself. The portions are enough that a couple plates would fill you up if you didn't want to share. But if you are looking to try a bunch of plates, between two people 4-6 plates should do the trick. Drink wise, I ordered the blood orange sangria which wasn't that great. The sweet to sour ratio was imbalanced with it mostly just being very sour and slightly watered down from the ice. Our waitress, Tracey, was very sweet and so helpful. So the great service and amazing food is worth overlooking the lackluster cocktail. Also, I'm sure if I told her I didn't like it, it would've been switched out but I was too involved in my conversation. All in all, I definitely will be back! read more

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Never had a bad meal here. They have creative and delicious selections with fantastic service. They also have a wonderful room for rent for events. read more

We were surprised and disappointed by Level. We did not expect a meal out to seem like work. Neither the hostess or the waiter were welcoming. We did not get through even half of our pre-dinner cocktail before most of food arrived. The waiter suggested 2-3 small plates per person so we ordered 4 in total for the two of us. The waiter mentioned that the dishes would come out as they were ready. We didn't expect to have three of the four dishes brought out at roughly the same time, followed quickly by the fourth dish. The table was so small that the dishes could barely fit on the table. The cheeseboard ended up partially off the table at my left elbow. No serving utensils were provided with any of the dishes. We found it really unappealing to have to use our own utensils when serving from shared plates - quite unhealthy to share in this manner. The two glasses of wine ordered with dinner didn't come to the table until after we had finished our meals. The food was average at best. Hopefully, our experience was an aberration and not the norm for this restaurant. read more

Level is our favorite spot in Annapolis! It's perfect for a romantic date night or for a casual dinner, you can truly dress up or down and fit in here. Service is consistent and quality is always high. The food never disappoints, even our family (who can be tough critics) were very happy with their food choices. The menu rotates a little seasonally and it's always fun to try the new items and revisit the permanent items. The cocktails are super creative and you can't really go wrong with any of them! Some of our current favorites: Harvest Mule, Agave Please for drinks and for food... house fries, tuna poke, ribs, brussel sprouts, and the oysters! Crab Mac and cheese is a must if it's on the menu! Oh and don't forget to leave room for dessert, we love all the choices but banana bread pudding is our favorite! 11/10 love coming here! read more

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Ate at Level a couple of years ago and wife talked me into giving it another try. There's no parking. The acoustics are terrible and the temperature went from insanely hot to frigid cold twice while we were there. Service was so slow the very (small) plates started coming out before we even got our drinks. The food was underwhelming at best. My wife and I got mild food poisoning from the bad/undercooked seafood. Server left dirty dishes on our table but still brought us our check. Staff seemed like they didn't want to be there at all while the female (manager? owner?) glared at us from a corner of the bar. Too many good restaurants in Annapolis to waste your time and money here. read more

This place was pretty good. I loved the tapas style, but the cook and the flavors on the dishes were just a little underwhelming. Still yummy and we enjoyed ourselves. The service was great! read more

Excellent food. Had the scallops, the salmon, Brussels sprouts and pork belly - all were excellent. Service was excellent; attentive waitstaff. It was a very quiet Tuesday evening. We made reservations on line: quick and easy. It was a bit out of our budget, but for a special date we would go again. read more

They have a nice bar area with great cocktails. Their calamari and sea scallops stand out in my mind. The mojitos are great here. Easy to ring up a good bill with the "small plates" but this type of dining is very common in Europe too. Which means the plate sizes are common for Europe not not the US where everything is bigger. Noise levels can be high. Admirable whenever a restaurant stays in business as long as it has been. read more

OMG, I cant even explain how perfect everything was here the night I dined in with my family. Everything and I mean EVERYTHING from service to food were top notch! I love the concept of small plates because it allows us to share and sample a variety of tapas. My young daughter AND my baby both enjoyed the food and we licked each plate clean. Definitely coming back again the next time I'm around. read more

Level A Small Plates Lounge - Crispy Duck Confit - Lounges Near Me - Annapolis, Maryland

Love the new digs, as we return to a special place after 7 years. Hostess' warm welcoming and later helping to secure a later-evening treat (thank you). Prompt attention by our server ("yes", Mandy said) who was attentive throughout our experience. Met the owner with a special touch of attention twice during our experience who shared the updating and the present state of LEVEL's operation...nice touch. Enjoyed the combination charcuterie with marvelous pate', cured meats and herbed cheese...a nice sour dough bread would have been a good addition. Ah, next time we ask. Perfect sized small plate portions, not a tapas, but a bit more of seared (dry, not wet) scallops with a flavorful creamy corn sauce; while the two perfectly seasoned (taste that wine reduction though) lamb chops with herbed mashed potatoes and brocolli rabb were most yummy. Now, none of the exquisite dessert items tempted us, but that great server, knowing how minds might work, did conjure up an-almost-perfect affogato with our coffee and vanilla ice cream. This is service awareness. Let's not forget...we must stay hydrated. Sooooo, do not forget to ask for the unique sangria (just keep it without ice!), with tang, sparkle, and we think a bit of spice (perhaps clove and/or anise). A most pleasant renewal of memories within a welcoming space, attentive service and, of course, delightful flavors perfectly prepared and served. read more

This is one of my favorite places in Annapolis. Once again, the service, decor, and food were all top-notch. The other night, I hosted a fun celebration gathering. We enjoyed delicious food and beverages, all prepared and served with joy and attention to detail. Looking forward to another visit soon. Please support this local, friendly, affordable restaurant in Maryland's State Capital! read more

This past Saturday we hosted a 40th birthday celebration for my guy and everything was amazing! From the original communication to inquire about the venue and Mr. Sowers patience throughout the planning process to the day and night of was always fast and great! The staff that attended to our party which was held on the entire second floor had the absolute best customer service and was beyond attentive. The food chosen was amazing (especially the crab balls, wings, salmon, and short rib) we had a larger spread but you get the vibe. The drinks were everything as well. We will most definitely be returning to Level Annapolis!!! S/N: Go ahead and book because our families are still raving and so will yours!!! Once again, Thank you to Mr. & Mrs. Sower, Chef Conner, and the entire staff who supported us!! read more

What a nice place! Small plates all but the Brussels, they are Devine, but a huge portion, the ribs were also a good portion. Good drinks and great ambiance! read more

Level A Small Plates Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Annapolis, Maryland

One word: AMAZING! Had a reservation for outside but it was too hot and the host was accommodating . First timer. Cute interior. I loved seeing the bartender and chefs in action. Our server, AnnaLee, was so friendly and attentive. Food came out at just the right times. The food...Gnocchi Gratin special was a MUST ORDER. Other notables: Basil Hummus (who knew? I had to eat faster because I thought my hubby was going to devour this one), and Tuna Tartar. Best anniversary dinner in 20 years! Thank you to the staff for making it memorable. read more

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Wow this is even better the second visit! The gimlet here is my favorite drink I've ever had maybe ever. The grilled cauliflower steak is the perfect meat alternative, I was hesitant because I'm not a huge cauliflower person but it was very good! The old bay fries are very good as expected. And the crab appetizer was SO good. Those risotto balls were warm and delicious and cold crab chunks with that sauce was the perfect texture & flavor combo. Service is fast and friendly, will absolutely be back! read more

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