Really below average dinner. We ordered the Caprese salad which was flavorless pink supermarket tomatoes on a cooked piece of zucchini floating in water (?!?) and sprinkled liberally with a dried herb, maybe oregano. We had Cioppino, which is one of my favorite Mediterranean dishes, was luke-warm, had tons of overcooked vegetables, and the broth tasted like vegetable soup. And was very light on fish--two or three clams, two or three mussels, one shrimp, a small piece of salmon, and some super-chewy squid. No plans to go back. read more

With an elegant atmosphere and simple but delicious menu options, this Italian restaurant is a perfect setting for a nice dinner out / date night. We had the goat cheese salad (with tasty goat cheese fritters), fruto di mare, and short rib ravioli which were *chef's kiss*! read more

We went here for restaurant week. Definitely nice ambience, but maybe a little too dark. It's better for romantic dates instead of coming with friends. The service was great though! I got the calimari (delicious), cheese ravioli (just ok) and pitaschio creme brulee which was good. I just don't know if it was all worth the price. I'll maybe try again some other time I shared the marscapone cheesecake (which was amazing) My friend got the lamb meatballs which she loved and the pumpkin ravioli which she also loved. read more

See all

Always a solid place to have date night. It is a nice interior and always have the best service, where the waiters are kind and attentive. The best part is the free bread. Always ask for more balsamic. The pasta frutti di mare and Sotto sopra pizza are great. read more

My boyfriend and I couldn't have picked a better spot to celebrate our anniversary! The food alone was outstanding! We ordered the pappardelle al telefono and the sacchetti di zucca con salsiccia, and the pasta was cooked perfectly--that melt-in-your-mouth level of expertise. As a vegetarian, I particularly appreciated the kitchen's willingness to substitute the sausage for mushrooms on the sacchetti. What really impressed us most though was how the restaurant staff went above and beyond to make the evening a special one for us! When we arrived, there were two glasses of prosecco waiting for us at the table, and at the end of the meal, our waiter surprised us with gelato and a giant sparkler. Thank you for a wonderful night, Sotto Sopra, we look forward to celebrating with you in the future! read more

Traveling on a work trip and a few ladies in our group dined here for lunch and came back raving about this restaurant. So, my colleague and I decided we were gonna try it for dinner (same night). Wow, what a difference a shift change can make huh?! The food was good, though overpriced a bit for the portions. Ordered fettuccini Bolognese, but by the time the entrees came was so upset by service that I forgot to take a pic. So, hence only got a pic of the salad, which is full price to add on a side salad. No biggie, not here to complain about prices. The service was poor and we should have known from the start. When we walked in there were maybe 3 tables seated in the entire restaurant and we were asked if we had reservations, in which responded very politely, "No ma'am." Why did the hostess then say, "No problem, we are still glad to have you." WTH?! Pretentious or just me?? Our waiter was very brief at our table and when my colleague told him she was trying to interpret a few things on the menu, he said okay I'll give you more time and walked away. Dude--make a recommendation or help her. We also noticed the tables that ordered bottles of wine and likely had $100+ tabs received top notch service and plenty of attention. He got nicer as he was bringing the check (of course), but even bought the dessert menu and told us what they were out of, again no recommendations. I simply cannot overlook poor service no matter how good the food was. My colleague and I still each tipped him and hopefully that guy takes the money and puts it toward some professional development and etiquette courses. I would give this place another chance, but seriously if I had the same waiter would walk out immediately. Businesses must realize a dining experience is 50/50 on service and meal. read more

Sotto Sopra - Side salad - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Food outstanding - service lovely - we've enjoyed 4 carry out orders of greater than $150 each over past two months and have no issue driving down from Towson - it's just that good! Pls consider a better packaging option for your fried calamari and French fries. Both have been very soggy once we get them home - totally understand but a small tweak I'm hoping you can make. Great job! read more

I was going to choose "could've been better" because our waiter was quite the gentleman, but the food, other service, and ambiance made for a poor evening. Our food was not bad, but I had expected more. My homemade ravioli (pumpkin puree stuffing) was rather flavorful as was the crumbled salsiccia, but my wife's duck breast was as chewy as a poor cut of beef, the broccoli spears were under-cooked, and the scalloped potatoes were bland. The low point of the evening, however, was the ambiance. That began with the maître d'. He was young and perhaps he was new, but for a restaurant that presents itself via it's online photos as a fine dining venue, one expects at least the maître d' to wear a tie. One of the waiters did, and I wanted to thank him for that. He and I were the only persons to do so. I also had expected to be escorted to our table as I had made the reservation two weeks in advance and stated clearly to the staff person taking my call that the 24th of September was our 45th anniversary. And while I certainly didn't expect a red carpet, it was dismaying to sit for five minutes while a table was cleared. The other disappointment was no fault of the restaurant. One can't fault them for the customers coming through their door, but I understood (perhaps I was wrong) that Sotto Sopra had a dress code. Yes, many restaurants that managed to survive Covid-19 are only now getting back on their feet, and you can't turn away business, but blue jeans with frayed pockets? White sneakers with ankle socks? A pale blue t-shirt not even tucked inside the pants? Many of those customers looked as if they had just come from a little league ball game or car wash. And that was a Sunday night. And while the lack of customer manners is not the restaurant's fault, the photos adorning their website give quite a different impression. I almost thought we were in the wrong place. No, I won't be going back. read more

I came here for resturant week and was extremely impressed. But lets walk this out. First, this is on Charles street so parking is limited. However, during the week day, street parking is free beginning at 6pm. I would recommend the 6pm time frame for dinner because spaces are becoming available as businesses are closing and people are going home from work. I parked on the street and paid nothing which is always nice. If you come during a busy time and want to beat the hassle, Sotto Sopra has valet parking for $10. My friend used the valet service and noted how efficient they were. The resturant is dimly lit and the inviting decor is upscale. We were seated near the bar. I noticed that the bar has televisions, but they are like 13 inch TVs. This is not the place to come to watch the game. It is a sophisticated atmosphere set for conversation and friendly banter. The staff are very helpful and very knowledgeable of the menu. For my first course, I ordered the Lamb Meatballs. It came with parmesean cheese and puttanesca sauce. The meat was succulent, the sauce was flavorful, and the portion was surprisingly large. There were four big meatballs; I was only able to eat two because I didnt want to get full. For my second course, I had the Pan Seared Salmon. The salmon was marinated in lavender and honey, and served with basil mash potatoes and sauteed mixed vegetables. The salmon......my goodness.....it was dynamic. It was cooked perfectly and the taste of the lavender made me close my eyes so that I could focus on this greatness. The basil mashed potatoes were actually green in color. This was startling, but I tasted it anyway. It taste like regular mash potatos, but the color was not appealing so that was left on the plate. The mixed vegetables were sauteed perfectly. They were seasoned just right. For my third course, I had the tiramasu. I could have had a V8. Lol. The dessert was okay, but it wasnt mindblowing to the point where I had to finish it. I saved my calories by just eating half. Overall the ambiance, amazing wait staff, and fantastic food made this night memorable. I have already scheduled to come back next week for their opera night where they will serve 5 courses. I will definitely continue to be a fan of this gem. read more

One of the best meals of my 50+ years to date. While the food was top quality, prepared to perfection and served at the ideal temperature and cadence, that is not what stood out. Our server, David Leksen, was simply extraordinary in a manner I honestly thought was gone from this world. His consummate attention to detail and almost conspiratorial navigation of the menu to maximize our enjoyment of the evening ended up topping all of it. We might as well have brought a personal guide and trusted advocate to the restaurant with us. I asked if he had "followers", as if he went to a different restaurant we would surely seek it out. Not in any way to diminish Sotto Sopra or the other staff. Everything and everyone was excellent, with a wonderful menu and unusually diverse wine and bar menu. We'd come back any day, but if you make reservations, you might ask if David is working that night. Just saying. read more

Sotto Sopra - Gorgeous bar area. David near the exit. - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I live this restaurant. It is a must-dine every time I visit Baltimore. The ambiance is great, the staff is friendly and accommodating, the menu is varied but not too big, and the pork osso buco is out of this world. You will not be disappointed read more

Sotto Sopra - Excellent cheesecake with sorbet. - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

We were in town for an event at The Lyric so we wanted something nice but close to the theater. I found this on yelp and booked it. The restaurant was very nice, great atmosphere for visiting (there were four of us). Our waiter (sorry forgot his name) was excellent! He was quick to take our drink orders which is always great. He checked with us to see if we were attending an event so they could be aware of our timing. He was very informative about the homemade pastas. I asked for a substitute on my order and he was very happy to accommodate. He was very polite and professional. The dinner itself was amazing!! The pumpkin ravioli was SO delicious!! And all other people in our party really liked their dinners as well. ( Gnocchi Al Pomodoro, Short Rib Ravioli) Dessert was great also. We had a great time and I definitely would dine here again! read more

Pricey, but delicious, so worth it! The warm octopus salad is absolutely delicious. The combination of crispy grilled octopus with warm potatoes, arugula, shallots, lemon juice and capers is ingenious! The homemade pasta is always spot on and the sauces are heavenly. I love the warm homemade focaccia bread and breadsticks that are brought to the table. The service is impeccable and the attention to detail is quite obvious. It's a great place to celebrate a special occasion. read more

I ate here for the first time 3 weeks ago and I could not wait to be back in the area to come back! The atmosphere was perfect, on Wednesday nights they offer live jazz and lucky for us we went on a Wednesday! The food is incredible, the service is amazing, and Lindsey went above and beyond to help me when I ordered lunch here last week (so good. So so good.) I called in my lunch order and after a quick explanation about my disabled son in his adaptive stroller she went so far as to run my lunch order out to me!! I couldn't believe how kind that was to offer! All in all I love everything about this place! Worth every penny! read more

Sotto Sopra - Vegetable risotto - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

See all

Came here after running the half marathon a couple years back (but writing my review now ). Ordered the steak and it was perfect. Service was excellent and everything we ordered was on point. If you eat strictly halal, the steak is supplied from creekstone farms. read more

Sotto Sopra is a highly regarded Italian restaurant located in the downtown section of Baltimore. Came during restaurant week and needless to say this place was packed. Parking can be tough depending on when you come but there is a lot of street parking around as well as valet service. Sotto Sopra has a moderately sized space along with a small patio section. The décor has rustic qualities but also takes the look of a cafe to some extent. The service was very friendly and accommodating from the host to the bartender and servers. As per the restaurant week menu, I tried the Flatbread of the day, Fracobolli di Ricotta e Spinaci and the Sweet Corn and Blueberry Parfait. The Flatbread of the day featured mozzarella, peaches and duck confeit. Generous portion size that was quite delicious! The dish hit on a lot of different notes in terms of flavors and textures. In particular, I loved the salty/sweet contrasts from the cheese, duck and peaches, which worked wonderfully together. The Fracobolli di Ricotta e Spinaci is essentially ravioli stuffed with spinach along with a little ricotta and topped with tomato sauce. The ravioli had balanced texture and came in moderately sized pieces. There was a generous amount of spinach although the amount of ricotta was very limited. The seasoning on the dish was just right. The Sweet Corn and Blueberry Parfait featured sweet corn gelato and blueberries along with caramel popcorn. The parfait was quite refreshing and read more as a savory dessert. There were a lot of blueberries, which added some tartness and a little acidity. The corn gelato provided some sweetness along with a creamy texture. The caramel popcorn provided some much needed crunch. Really good dish although it would've been elevated by having the popcorn or perhaps even some pound cake serve as the base, particularly to offer some additional texture depth as well as to play up the savory element with the sweet. The fixed prices were $30 per person for the three courses. Beverages are separate. With taxes, I still paid close to $100 but then again restaurant week is rarely worth it value-wise unless you go for lunch. Overall, Sotto Sopra is definitely a quality dining choice, especially for Italian cuisine that can be hard to come by in the DC metro area. Like anything else that can be difficult to find, be prepared to pay a finder's fee! read more

See all

Incredible food, amazing service, ambiance for miles, great wines. Started with the fried polenta. Crispy, light, and delicious. I had one of the day's specials - a pan seared branzino stacked with perfectly wilted spinach, a portobello mushroom, and a crisp and tasty disc of fried potato, served with a subtle lemon cream sauce. Perfect. My son had their truly miraculous ricotta filled gnocchi with a cream pesto sauce. Perfect pillows. Desserts were equally amazing. read more

Wow... Sotto Sopra exceeded any expectations I've had for it. I came here for restaurant week, which was an extremely good deal. But it was so good that I think I'm going to come back even when the event is over. It'll be a lot pricier, but I have a good feeling that it'll be completely worth it. Highlight #1. Service was impeccable. Friendly and attentive. Constantly refilling drinks and asking how we're doing. Best yet, making awesome recommendations. I think that was the key to our fantastic experience at Sotto Sopra. Appetizers: Fried polenta and scallops ceviche -- both absolutely delicious. Entrees: Veal cutlet -- fantastic. Braised pork shank -- surprise of the menu; add $10 and it'll be yours. You'll eat it and you'll dream about it later that night. Dessert: Tiramisu -- decent. Pot du creme -- mouth orgasm. Drinks: There's a pretty decent list of wines and champagne. There's $5 valet parking available, but there's street parking and the Purple Line also stops nearby. Sotto Sopra is a fancy place, so dress appropriately. The space is decently sized. And the food will blow your mind. read more

YES LAWWWWWD! Sotto Sopra. I adore you. I came here for restaurant week with one of my friends. They have $5 valet parking, i thought it was strange they charged, but whatever. Sotta is very romantical!! I felt like i should have been there with a date, but towards the end of the meal i was glad i was with a girlfriend bc i was pretty sure i was going to have to unbutton my pants and roll out of there. Happy, though. Very Happy. We started at the bar waiting for our table and got the primo porto cocktail. DELISH! Wasn't too sweet, citrus, refreshing. very good. I highly recommend. The restaurant week menu was vast. i was impressed, there were so many options. We ended up getting the mussels as an appetizer in a curry broth (which is shamefully drank with a spoon o_0) and the caprese with a confit tomato and buffalo mozzarella. My friend really liked the caprese, but i prefer a more traditional version.The presentation was very nice, though. MAIN COURSE::::: PORK OSUBUCCO!!!!!!!!!!!! Was it 15$ extra? YES! Did i care? NO! Would i have paid more? YES! Our waiter recommended it, Alex. Very friendly. and i'm so glad he did. The risotto was creamy, great texture from the mushrooms. The pork fell off the bone...they sprinkled with a tomato sauce and parm...and wow. Everything just worked together so well. The garlic was amaze. The desserts were the only thing that was meh, but they were still good. They are having a 5 course tasting for 58$ soon and i will be back, and to look over the regular menu. Probably try some of their pastas or famous pumpkin ravioli. So go go go go. Take a date. The place is super romantic. And get the ossubucco!! read more

See all

I was not expecting much from this place due to it being restaurant week. I'm not usually a fan of restaurant weeks because I have found all too often that the food is not that great or unrepresentative of the restaurant. I have never left a restaurant after a restaurant week meal wanting to come back. This place definitely exceeded my expectations! The restaurant itself is a small and intimate space with a nice bar in the back. Perfect for a date night with someone you actually like. The service was great. Our server was very friendly, attentive, and made a great suggestion for a bottle of wine. I liked it so much that I'm actually going to get some bottles for the house. The food was excellent! I got the cioppino and I wasn't expecting it to be as big as it was since it was restaurant week. But all our entrees looked full size and from what I heard everyone really enjoyed theirs. I loved my cioppino! It was one of the best I have ever had. Huge chunks of fish, big scallops, head on shrimp (which I love) and lots of other shellfish. I was so eager to eat this when it was put in front of me I put my phone down and didn't even get a picture! For an appetizer I got the salmon carpaccio which was more like a salmon sashimi dish bc the salmon was pretty thickly cut. Not that it took away from taste or anything because the flavors were all there. My dessert was the apple strudel and it was very good. I would definitely come back here. read more

See all

Sotto Sopra is consistently the best Italian restaurant in all of Baltimore, including Little Italy. The food, drinks, staff, and ambiance are all 5*. Street parking is free after 6:00 pm in the area, plus a $5 parking garage is only 1.25 blocks away. read more

I love this place! They've got a dark and lush ambiance with low lighting that gives me an intimate vibe, so definitely a good date spot! But also a good place to come have a great meal by yourself or with friends. They have an amazing menu that's sure to satisfy anyone and their wine and spirits selection is great ( the Rose). Plus, almost their entire menu is available for restaurant week, which is a rarity for other restaurants. I've tried a variety of dishes here and have enjoyed them all. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

Cyndy's Bottom Line: Well done contemporary Italian cuisine. This was my first trip to Baltimore for Italian food and I thoroughly enjoyed the food. This is what we ate: 1. CARPACCIO DI MANZO CON OLIO TARTUFATO AL LIMONE CON beef carpaccio, lemon-truffle oil, fennel and shaved parmigiano. The combination of flavors worked especially the lemon truffle oil. There was a good ratio of shaved parmigiano cheese to the beef. Delicious! 2. GNOCCHI DI RICOTTA AL POMODORO butter, sage, fresh tomato sauce. Delicate soft pillows of gnocchi that melts in your mouth! The butter and sage is a subtle by which is enhanced by the robust fresh tomato sauce. Excellent! Veal Agnolotti special with spinach was made with the a delicately hand made pasta. The veal stuffing was flavorful and delicious. Apple Strudel vanilla gelato - delicious filling with enough sweetness. Excellent pairing with the vanilla gelato. Good wine list and service. Dining room is open and not loud and crowded. read more

See all

This place was recommended to try out from a friend and her recommendation did not disappoint. Made my first visit for restaurant week and was thrilled. The food, service and ambience were amazing. Family was in town visiting, when we left they thanked me for taking them there. Since it was restaurant week we got 3 courses for $35. My meal had a $10 up charge, however it is something served on their regular menu. We started off with focaccia bread, bread sticks and an olive oil, rosemary, garlic dipping mixture. The focaccia was so warm and fluffy, I had to pace myself so that I wouldn't fill up before our meal. My first course was the goat cheese salad, and the goat cheese balls where to die for good! I was disappointed that I had to ration the 2 that were on the plate. I am sure my waistline will be thanking me later. The main course was the Pork Ossoboco, so tender and juicy. The pork rested on a bed of risotto and mushrooms. So good and fulling I had to stop myself so I could enjoy dessert. (By the way, the leftovers were just as good, pork was still tender). For dessert I enjoyed a warm apple strudel. My mom ordered the mascarpone cheesecake, YUM! Our server was awesome, he was so helpful assisting us in translating the menu. He also made some great recommendations and held good conversation. They do a offer opera night once a month with a 5 course meal for $59. I look forward to returning for that event with a significant other. This place is perfect for a date night or when you want to feel a little posh for a night. read more

See all

In Baltimore for the weekend and decided to get takeout. The pumpkin pasta was AMAZING! So good! Glad I got it read more

Sotto Sopra - Pumpkin Pasta - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

See all

I'd definitely return for the perfect, house-made pasta creations. Enjoyed an early Saturday dinner here. The service was excellent. Every staff member was personable, genuinely served and cared about your experience, and worked as a team; the latter being an often under-recognized characteristic of an establishment. I appreciated the small gestures such as: OFFERING to split our appetizer into two plates, OFFERING more bread (and yes they make their own focacia), consistently refilling our water, making conversation with us, and being helpful with the menu. We ordered the goat cheese salad, the charcuterie plate, bolognese, gnocchi, semolina cake and libations. Goat cheese salad was pleasant, with beets, and fried goat cheese balls. The dressing could have stood to be more citrusy to better break up the richness of the cheese, but the salad otherwise very palatable. The grand meat plate had three pieces of 5 different cured meats with a small salad, caper berries and baby dill pickles. The prosciutto was my favorite, but all of them were delicious. The three-meat bolognese was impeccable. Served with a very hearty and meaty gravy, the fettucine pasta was rolled impossibly thin. Perfect contrast between the small meat bits and delicate pasta. The gnocchi dish was also stellar. Gnocchi were small, fluffy pillows of pasta goodness. We were told they're also stuffed with cheese...ok!!! They were served with a chunky tomato sauce and fresh herbs. Absolutely 'perfetto'! Dessert was a semolina cake on special with fig sauce and whipped cream. The dessert was good and all elements paired well. It was a bit heavy for my palate, and I would recommend it to someone who 1) has room for it, 2) wouldn't shy away from a cake with a small puddle of syrup-consistency sauce. The texture was very nice, not as fine as regular cake, still soft, and I was glad to finally taste a semolina cake. They offer an extensive wine list of reds and whites. I went with a moscato by the glass. It was very floral and sweet..and tasty. Atmosphere here is very interesting and has a lot of character. It's a bit dated, ornate and gaudy, but they hold opera nights, so it's fitting of this. The interior has trim, gold and yellow paint, a big (and I mean BIG) painted mural depicting a night out, and show curtains hanging to separate the dining room and bar. The menu will also take a minute to get through. I felt it was laid out oddly and was hard to quickly read and decide. Takes you through a dozen appetizers on one side then a dozen more on the second, and the entree and pasta dishes in the center. Then there's a specials print out. Despite everything, I wouldn't hesitate to visit again for a reliable fresh pasta meal. read more

Executive Chef Bill Crouse is young and thin, but don't be fooled- he knows what he is doing! He's been cooking all his life and it shows in each wonderfully mastered dish served at Sotto. This restaurant has been a landmark of Mt. Vernon for many years and Bill has brought the food and atmosphere of this place to a whole new level. Servers are also attentive (most of you will note that I am fast to talk trash about poor service) and for the ladies: pretty darn cute. With delicious concoctions like: Veal Agnolotti Ricotta Gnocchi Fettuccini Bolognese Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli Tomato and Mozzarella Caprese Crème Brûlé Warm Apple Strudel with vanilla gelato You can't go wrong! This is another long standing location that continues to please. Also a very romantic location that won't break your wallet (only crack it a little). Check out their website for a variety of events and specials including: 1. Opera night - dates vary so check with the website 2. Cooking classes run by Bill himself. I have taken a cooking class with Bill and not only is it extremely hands on cooking, but it is fun and you get to taste some of your inventions when it is all over (and drink some wine in the process!) 3. Monday- 1/2 of bottles of wine 4. Tuesday- Traditional Italian Dinner night 5. Wednesday- Chefs Tasting Menu 6. Wine tastings- you need to click on their "blog" link to get to the dates. Honestly the Blog offers more insight than the official website so check it out for all of the cool events going on at Sotto- there's always something happening! read more

See all

Ahhhh Baltimore Restaurant Week! Thank you so much for letting this broke gal get a chance to try out Sotto Sopra! My boyfriend choose this spot for dinner before we attended a black tie event and he definitely earned some points! It was the perfect spot for a romantic dinner. For my appetizer I had the calamari. It was served with spicy marinara and a garlic aioli dipping sauce. Both sauces paired well with the calamari, but the garlic aioli was my favorite. Sotto Sopra makes all their pasta in-house. Our waiter recommended the Ravioloni di Zucca con Salsiccia, so I decided to try it. It was pumpkin ravioli with sausage in a white cream sauce and cheese. This was such a unique meal and it was so freakin' good! And It wasn't too pumpkin-y. And for dessert, I had the lemon tart. Perfect end to dinner! I also had a cocktail, the Santa Maria, and it was nice and strong. Service throughout dinner was excellent. Our waiter, as well as the rest of the staff made sure we were without want. Overall, it was a classy spot to have a date and I look forward to coming again (after I save some pennies lol)! read more

See all

This review solely on lunch time.. I called a made reservation, not sure if that was needed but hey I didn't want to risk it. The staff was very friendly over the phone and in person. Walking in , its very beautifully decorated. Great Art on the walls nice lighting, I can only imagine this place at nice. I cant wait to come. They have a lunch menu 2 courses for $ 15. They have plenty to choose from, something for everyone. But you can also order of the dinner menu if nothing catches your eye on the lunch. So the food was great.. if you order from the lunch menu.... they are lunch portions so understand that the sandwich is halved . The focaccia bread that they brought out before our meal was fantastic!! I walk past this place every day, never stopped because it seems out of my $$$$. But after looking over the menu dinner for 2 would be affordable. No more than any of the other restaurants we frequent. So lesson learned, never judge a book by it cover. read more

Sotto Sopra - Ceasar Salad - Lunch Menu - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

restaurant week and I went with my friend. ordered mussel, salmon, and this amazing desert. The waiter is so nice and the food is very fresh and delicious! read more

Sotto Sopra - Cheesecake - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Came for restaurant week! Amazing flatbread, and we even had bread and breadsticks beforehand. Got the king Atlantic salmon which was delicious but kind of small. Had the tiramisu and pistachio creme brûlée to finish and both did not disappoint! read more

See all

I came here for dinner with an old friend during a visit to Baltimore, and she definitely chose a wonderful place to host me for my trip! Recommendations -- 1) the pumpkin sachetti -- if you like the slightly sweet flavors of pumpkin pasta dishes and nutmeg, this is for you. Sweet Pumpkin-stuffed little pasta pouches with savory sausage on top and crushed amaretti cookies and a slightly sweet bechamel sauce. Amazing and freshly made! 2) veal saltimbocca -- tender and very sage-y with a very good wine sauce. Comes with veggies and mashed potato. 3) the fiore verde cocktail -- elderflower and lime, gin based. Delicious!! 4) their focaccia -- super flavorful (almost like a Thanksgiving stuffing!), and great with the flavored herb dipping oil. I would have given this place 5 stars with a couple of reservations -- 1) the tiramisu was disappointing (and shocking for an Italian place!)!! Desserts were costly here ($9ish) but the tiramisu was not good at all. It was soggy, and there was so little mascarpone that my friend commented that it didn't seem very much like a tiramisu. That was the down note of the night -- we had a great meal and it ended rather sadly! 2) the price -- most entrees were quite pricey and I would say the portions were small relative to the cost. We're both small-ish eaters and neither of us had leftovers. read more

Went here for my girlfriends birthday! Food was great! Waitress was super nice and gave us tastings of the wine before we decided. Overall very nice experience read more

Great ambiance, great service, and great food. Easily one of the best Italian restaurants in Baltimore. It becomes readily apparent after your first bite that they use the best and freshest ingredients, not to mention their superb wine list. Dont miss out on their desserts either. I highly recommend their apple strudel and pistachio creme brulee. read more

Sotto Sopra - Short Rib Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

See all

Great staff great management! I had an opportunity to meet the GM she was amazing. Very nice and service level was top notch. If you're looking for a great experience I highly recommend this place. We need more gems like this one. read more

One of my favorite places! Loved every course I got, and beautiful interior. GET THE FOCCACIA BREAD!! Fried polenta & lavender honey salmon were amazing. The bread was on point, not too hard and honestly some of the best bread I've ever had. The fried polenta just dissolved in your mouth, not oily at all. The salmon was crisp and the honey added just the right touch so it wasn't overly sweet. Gorgeous wall murals decorating the restaurant. read more

Sotto Sopra - Lavender honey salmon - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

See all

We came here for restaurant week and had a great meal. The atmosphere is a bit upscale and prices are a bit high outside of restaurant week! All pastas are homemade which is amazing! I started with burrata mozzarella. It was absolutely deliciously, perfectly salted, served with a very rich balsamic vinegar. It was heaven! For entree I had the seasonal risotto with fresh vegetables. It was so creamy and delicious I couldn't stop eating it despite being full! Dessert was the panna cotta which didn't disappoint! Overall an excellent meal! Would definitely recommend for restaurant week if on a budget and all year long if you can afford it! read more

Sotto Sopra - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

See all

I came here with a couple of friends for Restaurant Week and I was blown away by how much I enjoyed the experience. I went to a different Italian restaurant earlier in the week and had an underwhelming experience so I was hesitant about trying Sotto Sopra. However, they pleasantly exceeded my expectations. We went for their 2-course lunch menu ($18). First off, I have to comment on how much I loved their interior. If you're looking for a place for your next date night, I would definitely recommend this place based on aesthetics alone. Moving onto the food, we started with a bread basket which cost an additional $3. We were served a variety of bread with a side of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. For my appetizer, I ordered the smoked tomato soup with goat cheese crumbles. I really enjoyed the smoky flavor and the goat cheese complimented the soup well. For my entree, I ordered the Pappardelle Sotto Sopra, pasta with smoked mozzarella and fresh tomato sauce. The pappardelle was fresh and chewy and not oily or greasy at all. If you're not a big fan of pasta, I would also recommend the risotto of the day. Our server was very informative and accommodating, especially for one of my friends who has a dietary restriction. I had a really great experience here for restaurant week, and I'm definitely coming back sometime soon. read more

Great food! Great service! Beautiful atmosphere! Delicious wine! I loved my dining experience here. I would definitely go back if I return to Baltimore. read more

Sotto Sopra - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

You can count the number of operas I have been to in my life on one hand. So going to opera night is not just for the hard core fan. Here is a tradition that has lasted for years. A monthly fixed price menu, combined with a pianist, female soprano, and male tenor. You are regaled with great food, theatrics, and libation. What is so compelling? For those who have had theater experiences, how much has it run? $100, $200, $ 300? A so so seat for Hamilton can set you back $500. No lie. Our 5 course meal was $62 per person. Beginning at 6pm, you spend 3 hours amidst a slowly unfolding meal, while gifted performers musically connect with you in a primary way. Not from afar. They belt out these arias as they sweep by your table. It is like being placed on stage to view the opera. If you are not moved by their performances, there is a good chance you are lacking a pulse. As to the food, we began with a strawberry, arugula salad, with feta, toasted almonds, and a raspberry champagne vinaigrette. It was well executed, with fresh ingredients, and made a good entry point to the meal. The next course was a saffron and asparagus risotto that had nice subtle notes in flavor. Later, everyone got to cleanse their palate with a limonchello sorbet. Nice touch! More performances preceded the entree which was pan seared branzino over a blood orange confit, broccolini, and fingerling potatoes. Again, a beautifully composed dish with perfectly cooked fish, with a contrasting blood orange brown butter sauce. And remember, everyone in the restaurant gets this fish at the same time. Turning out 100 perfectly cooked branzinos simultaneously is no small feat. They accomplish it with a parade of wait staff and attendants. I can just imagine the madness out of site, back in the kitchen. More music followed by a tiramisu coda. The perfect finishing touch to this Italian masterpiece. They have an extensive wine list. The elegant interior was dimly lit, creating just the right mood. Service was impeccable. Bravo! Bravo bravissimo! read more