I visited Ash Bar for breakfast during my recent stay in Baltimore. I loved the art deco vibe and…read morebright lighting - it was a great place not only for a much-needed (hello jet lag) cup of coffee, but to spend some quality time on the ol' laptop while I waited for my breakfast order. There were lots of tempting things on the menu, but I ended up with my old fave: a 2-egg breakfast. Sometimes, you just need a couple of eggs, some toast, bacon, and potatoes to start the day. Am I right? My server was super friendly and the food came out hot and fast. I noticed they also have a very tempting pastry case which I'll plan to check out on my next visit! This is a great option if you're staying at the Ulysses - it's right next to the hotel lobby.

I've been to Blooms a bunch but never Ash Bar. I visited there for a listening party recently and…read moremostly what I thought was the place is waaay too dark. I could barely see my hands. Otherwise, I'd already eaten and had plenty to drink by the time I arrived here. I'll need to visit again for the full experience.

Me and my crew go here sometimes to get "Our French On" before we hit up some of the clubs in…read moreBaltimore. I freakin love this place. I don't know much about french culture other then french fries, but this place has got it all. Nice staff! Very exotic foods! Oh La La

Before our flight home, we came here with a reservation so we could grab a meal before heading to…read morethe airport. When we arrived, we were seated right away, but it seemed like there were very few staff working--possibly only one waiter. It took about 10 minutes before we finally had to flag him down just to place our order. The food then took around 25-30 minutes to come out, which felt very long since we were on a tight schedule for our flight. When the food finally arrived, I ordered the macaroni and cheese, and unfortunately it was the worst mac and cheese I've ever had. I don't want to be mean, but it was very bland and really needed salt. My sister surprisingly liked it, but it just wasn't for me at all. The rest of my family did enjoy their meals, and I thought the fries were decent, just lightly seasoned. My mom especially liked the grilled cheese. The waiter himself was nice and kept our drinks refilled, so I don't think the long wait was entirely his fault. The restaurant is very cute inside with cozy, old-style vibes and festive Christmas decorations, which I really liked. However, between the long wait times, the limited menu, and my disappointing mac and cheese, I wouldn't recommend that dish. Overall, it's a charming place, but the service was too slow for us--especially when trying to catch a flight.

Went for happy hour with a friend. That tomato mozzarella toast was so delicious! Pretzel was okay…read more But overall a good happy hour experience

I FINALLY made it to this establishment and loved it!!…read more A lil difficult to locate, but aren't most Speakeasy's. As soon as I entered, it was an oooh and ahhh moment. The place is so pretty, mystique, and warm. I made reservations in advance. We sat at the bar. Shortly after, we were greeted by Dion who was super cool, personable, and professional. Collectively, we ordered the following during Cocoon "Papi" Hour. Cognac Kissed Wings - Good flavor, temp was lukewarm. Truffle Fries - Very good. Moscato - Refreshing Hot Toddy - Pretty great! Perfectly concocted. Blissful Brussels - Very good! Crispy. Lamb Chops - Great size, delish flavor. I am looking forward to returning back soon. Specifically for brunch. I've heard amazing things about brunch. I'm so glad we visited this neighborhood gem.

I been trying to go here for months and had the opportunity to have lunch there . First the Food ce…read moreTra o had was amazing. It was not your regular ice tea. I would recommend anyone to get it. Secondly it's nice and cozy. It would be great for couples . Finally the food . I got a Ruben. And it put together so nicely and the corn beef was lean . I loved it . I can wait to visit the place on the evening. Looks like it will be a great vibe.

I attended a small celebration with 3 people at Prime Rib…read more The ambiance, live music and wall decor was great and set the ton for a relaxed and vibing time. However for this to be an upscaled pricey restaurant I expect seating to be presentable. The vinyl seating was heavily cracked up and unsightly. Our waiter other waiter this night were all in their upper senior of age and unfortunately our waiter was reaching over food and touch, however he was very attentive. The menu is nothing to boast about nor the drinks. Over priced and not good. I had ordered Oyster casino, 2 drinks and potato skins. I enjoyed the music and the table bread. Not the food and drinks that I ordered. I will not be visiting

This is one of my favorite places …read more Usually the foods are pretty delicious. Ambience also pretty good. Service sometimes disappoints me. But it's ok. . We usually sit at the bar but inside tables, is much more fancy. . If you are thinking anniversary, birthday, proposal...it's pretty good place!

We were staying at the Lord Baltimore Hotel around the corner and since our hotel did not have a…read morerestaurant, it was quite convenient to come to the Kimpton Hotel. Since it was New Year's eve, there were few patrons or maybe this is the usual scene? Don't know. But there are some comfy couches by the front in which a young couple with a baby was nursing. Another couple was just finishing up dinner and started to head out. We were the only two diners for about 20 minutes before another couple came in for dinner. There were also about two or three people at the bar. So basically a very quiet place. No one at the hostess stand, only a woman at the bar. She eventually sat us and took our order. Things were slow but not so slow that I would complain. I would surmise that most of the staff was off that evening. Food was also slow in coming so there might have been a small crew in the kitchen as well. We ordered the mezze appetizer. Nothing to rave about. It was just a plate with vegetables and hummus. We both got the wagyu burger and fries. The whole meal was quite decent. The meat was cooked to the correct temperature and the fries were crispy. It was quite filling for me. Maybe it was NYE but everything was quiet and nice.

We were delighted to find out that this place is open until 10:00 pm (a rare find in Baltimore)…read morewhen we were in the neighborhood later one evening and needed a drink and a snack. The space is gorgeous - super high ceilings, giant chandelier, velvet couches - a very old school elegant vibe. The beer and wine selection were small, but very good. We split the rigatoni bolognese, which was phenomenal. The pasta was cooked properly and the sauce was chunky and tangy and amazing. Would definitely come back for a real meal at some point.

I love baked goods and this place is so cute!…read more I do not claim to be a connoisseur of pastries, but in my humble opinion everything tastes good! I've gotten pain au chocolat, regular croissant, apple turnover, fruit tart, and more. Their croissants are my favorite--flaky but not too oily. The fruit tart could be a smidge sweeter. I've gone twice and the workers here were nice both times! Metered street parking in the area.

To start...the tart was great - and there were several other options that caught my eye that I'd…read morecertainly try again if I find myself back at Patisserie Poupon. The space itself is very tiny. There are two tables and while I sat for a while to work and another person was sitting there on a work call, it didn't feel like the space was actually meant for people to sit and enjoy. It is definitely more of a grab-and-go place, and I think maybe why people feel put off by the "welcome" they received. I went in wanting a tart and a space to sit during a rainstorm, and that's what I got.

We stopped by Mera Kitchen Collective for lunch on our drive to Philly, and I'm so glad we did…read more The food was fresh, flavorful, and they had plenty of great vegetarian options. We shared the cauliflower appetizer, which was delicious, and I ordered the falafel sandwich while my husband enjoyed the grilled chicken kebab. Everything was well-priced and came out quickly, even during the busy lunch rush. The staff were friendly, and I really loved the community-driven mission behind the restaurant, it made the whole experience feel even more special. Parking can be a little tricky, but it's manageable and well worth it. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in Baltimore!

I had dinner with a friend at Mera Kitchen Collective a week or so ago and had a pretty nice meal…read more The cafe is beautiful - bright, colorful, with a front window filled with plants, and I love the international menu. According to their menu, "We are proudly building a worker-cooperative serving story-worthy food from around the world." There were certainly dishes from around the world, and the menu is very flexible for a variety of diners (dishes are marked as vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, and dairy free). My friend and I shared the crispy cauliflower and tahini, which was well-fried and delicious. I also appreciated their drink offerings. My friend and I had and enjoyed a couple of glasses of Lebanese Sauvignon Blanc (from Mersel Wine). I had the Farmers Market Za'atar Salad (cucumber, shaved beet, fennel, pomegranate, pickled jalapeno, mint, fried pita, baby greens, and za'atar yogurt dressing), to which I added falafel. Unfortunately, I found the salad to be quite dry (not dressed enough and then the falafel and the pita crisps just compounded that) and served in a dish that made it quite hard to eat without spilling half the salad on the table. The service was friendly but perhaps not very attentive. I got up to ask our server for the check after waiting for a bit of time for her to make her way to us. I wasn't wowed by the food, but I love Mera's concept and their space. I'd be happy to give it another chance to wow me. I'd also be happy to return for mezze/small plates and wine.