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Sotto Sopra has been my favorite Baltimore restaurant for a few years now, and anytime I come back - they prove why. First off, the ambience is fantastic. The waiters are friendly, the smell of the restaurant is phenomenal, and it's a lovely, intimate space. The food - believe it or not - is really the star of the show. They have plenty of GF options, and right now they are running their 30th anniversary special. $65 pre-fixe menu with a few items offered that have a slight upcharge. Either way, it's a fantastic deal. My boyfriend and I came here for our anniversary (our first date was here two years ago) & both did the pre-fixe. I got the seasonal octopus salad, the duck leg, & the seasonal banana brûlée. All of it was incredible. Obviously, if you want pasta - they have plenty of great options to choose from & everything is just so fresh. For the price (even without the 30th anniversary pre-fixe!), ambience, and QUALITY - you seriously can't beat Sotto Sopra. My boyfriend and I love to try different "finer dining" around the city - and all roads lead us back to here.
There is nothing quite like feeling special. Mark took me to one of my favorite restaurants in Baltimore tonight to celebrate my birthday, which is Monday. Imagine my surprise when we arrived at the door, I was immediately greeted by Riccardo, the Chef-Owner, who called me by name, wished me a happy birthday, introduced himself to Mark and escorted us to our table. Riccardo then promptly delivered two glasses of Prosecco and stood to chat with us for a while. It made me feel so very special and welcomed! You do not come to Sotto Sopra Restaurant for dinner; you come for an experience. And from the second we arrived, every moment was filled with pleasure to our senses. Food, drink, music, atmosphere, kindness, attentiveness, warmth and ambiance -- all perfection. I so admire Riccardo for his life philosophy and business acumen. He puts his entire heart and soul into his restaurant and it shows. He knows that success lies in how you treat people and that same spirit was embodied by all of the staff. They are celebrating their 30th anniversary this year; that doesn't happen by accident or luck. This was a birthday dinner I'll not soon forget. Thank you, Mark. Thank you, Riccardo.
Sotto Sopra has been on my list to try for a while now and I'm SO happy I finally did. I decided to dine here for restaurant week and am already so excited to go back. The service was great and the restaurant is quaint, dark, yet lively and welcoming. The Sotto Sopra flatbread with prosciutto and truffle oil was the perfect way to start my meal. Crispy yet chewy, with the best salty yet sweet taste. My short rib ravioli was amazing, especially with the mushrooms. The gnocchi bolognese was full of flavor and melted in your mouth. My glass of Cabernet was full and the perfect accompaniment to my pasta. For dessert, the strawberry cheesecake was the real winner but we were scraping the pistachio crème brûlée clean, as well. It was the perfect meal. Unfortunately, the complimentary valet was not available on this night, however, there was a parking garage just around the corner.
We raved about the great time we had at Sotto Sopra and their Summer Camp offering of Tuesday with Morrie to our friends, so they wanted to go with us to experience what we had enjoyed. We made a reservation for the 4 of us for Tuesday. They had our table ready and waiting for us when we arrived. Lindsey, our server, was terrific. She was friendly and so welcoming. She met and exceeded our every need. We started with their enormous Charcuterie Board, which was loaded with all kinds of Italian goodies. The Tuesday with Morrie offering is a bowl of pasta with a glass of wine for $30.00. Our friends had the Carbonara Alla Sotto Sopra (a delectable dish of spaghetti, egg, smoked applewood bacon, cream and parmesan), and Ravioli Dell'Amore (a delicate dish of spinach & ricotta ravioli with fresh tomato sauce and parmesan). My husband had the Fettuccine Bolognese (a hearty dish of homemade fettuccine with a meaty homemade Bolognese sauce topped with parmesan. I thoroughly enjoyed the Gnocchi Alla Caprese. The homemade ricotta gnocchi were delicate pillows topped with fresh tomato sauce and burrata. It was beyond delicious. Thank you for another terrific meal and evening!
We had a nice experience overall. The complimentary valet parking was a great touch and made arrival easy. Inside, the restaurant has a very romantic, dimly lit atmosphere, though the tables are quite close together and it does get pretty loud as the night goes on. The focaccia was fantastic and a definite highlight. The gnocchi bolognese was just okay--the bolognese felt a bit heavy when paired with the gnocchi and didn't quite shine. Dessert, however, was excellent. The pistachio tiramisu was light, well-balanced, and a great way to end the meal. A solid spot with a lovely ambiance and some standout elements, especially the bread and dessert.
Throughly enjoyed our visit to Soto Sopra and would recommend if you're in the area. There is free valet parking as well as street parking in the area, but it can be a bit tough so definitely take advantage of the free valet. To share (4 of us) we got a bottle of wine, calamari, and antipasto misto. Both apps were good but the calamari was my preference. For my main I got the Pappardelle Fra Diavolo which had a generous amount of shrimp. Great flavor and fresh pasta. For dessert we shared the pistachio tiramisu which was delicious. Service was friendly and attentive. Our server was knowledgeable and shared menu recommendations based on our preferences. The ambiance was reminiscent of an old school Italian spot. 5/5 dinner experience! Recommend making a reservation as they get busy.
Listen! If you're ever looking for a romantic, intentional, dimly lit vibe, Sotto Sopra IS thee place to be. When I tell you everything was exceptional, I mean everything. From the moment I walked through the door, I was greeted by everyone, offered water refills without even asking, and guided through the menu so kindly. It was genuinely so sweet. This is one of the few restaurants I would gatekeep... but I can't hold out. If you haven't been, make a reservation ASAP. Enjoy!!
I decided to come here a few times with two of my girlfriends because they were running the restaurant week specials. This made it easy to come. Try out Sotto because we've never been to it before. So let's start with the atmosphere and the restaurant floor. It's very cozy, very inviting and the candles that they have that are real candles. Create this air of just ease and relaxation. There isn't a set dress code, but it's very clear when you go in that you should be at least business casual and that goes with the vibe of the restaurant. We tried out various different dishes that were on restaurant week, including the calamari, the gnocchi and pretty much everything we could because three courses for $45 is an amazing deal. The rosé is probably my favorite wine that they have there and the cocktails are very good including the espresso martinis. My first date got the gnocchi and they don't usually like gnocchi but it was amazing and very tasty. Very light different than sometimes regular gnocchi that's very heavy. The calamari was delicious and I enjoyed the lemon slices that they had in there that they also fried. We need to go back so that we can try out the different desserts and maybe just go in and try out some of the different options that they have at Sotto. The tables were clean and if we dropped any forks we got new ones immediately. The service was quick and fast but we did not feel rushed in any way shape or form. The focaccia that they provide with the little bread basket when you first sit is amazing and goes very well with wine or drinks. I also enjoy that they have options for you to choose out their event experiences with operas, so we plan to check that out one time. For those that don't drink, they also have mocktails. Their mocktails are quite tasty, very refreshing, nothing too heavy. You can get different options of wine, champagne, dessert, drinks while you're there. The tiramisu was great and I did enjoy the cheesecake.
The inside is beautiful. High ceilings with large paintings and mirrors. The service provided by everyone here was wonderful. We ordered a bottle of Pinot Grigio to start. They brought out complimentary focaccia bread with an olive oil and balsamic dip that was quite good. It was Baltimore Restaurant Week recently and Sotto Sopra had extended their 3 course menu which we ordered off of. Between us, we shared the Watermelon Salad and Maryland Style Mussels for appetizers, Pan-Seared Atlantic King Salmon and Short Rib Risotto entrees, and Crème Brûlée and Almond Cake for dessert. Everything was delicious. The watermelon was fresh and the feta cheese and crumbled pistachio paired great with it. I loved the coconut broth from the mussels. The citrus and lobster infused mashed potatoes with the salmon was divine. The short rib with risotto was seasoned well and quite filling. Both the desserts were delicious as well. No complaints on anything. It was all so good! Cannot wait to dine here again.
This was a phenomenal dining experience. The only negative part of the experience was that the dining room was too dark - it was hard to read the menu. Other than that, everything was exquisite. The service was attentive but not overbearing, the decor and vibe were intimate, and the food was so good we could not pick a favorite dish. We ate: Feta & Watermelon Salad - This was elevated with crushed pistachios, honey, and super salty feta. Caprese - Made with perfectly ripe heirloom tomatoes, burrata, and shaved fennel for a little surprise crunch. It is a classic, and was executed perfectly. Lamb Chops - These were truly outstanding. They had a salty, herbed crust and were cooked perfectly to our preferred temperature. The lobster mashed potatoes were also very unexpected. Bolognese - This was a very chunky, hearty, savory sauce, where you could still taste a bit of the red wine. The pappardelle was cooked perfectly. Cappuccino - literally the best one I've ver had. We came here for restaurant week and the dining experience was significantly better than expected. I can't wait to go back.
Place looks great and has great ambience. We loved the watermelon salad and we ordered Non alcoholic drinks which tasted great. We ordered Penne Pasta for our son and Ravioli for ourselves and everything was delicious. Must go place.
We went here for my birthday dinner. When I first walked in I said this place is dark and I'm not sure I like the vibe. However, we were greeted with some of the best service. The food was amazingly delicious, the drinks were tasty and the dessert was chefs kiss! This is a don't judge a book by its cover place for me!
3.5 Food: for apps, we tried the Caesar salad (good), bruschetta (ok), calamari (good), the entrees were unfortunately disappointing across the board - bolognese (hamburger helper vibes), shrimp fra diavola (good flavor but not enough pasta), steak (by far the most expensive item and a very fatty cut). The pistachio tiramisu was delicious. Ambiance: dimly lit and moody vibe, Andrea bocelli playing at a pleasant volume. Service: outstanding - Darrick was lovely, attentive, friendly.
Sotto Sopra had been on my to visit list for a long time, but I finally made it for dinner this past weekend. I shared their Caesar salad with my husband, which was a classic, a great way to start the meal. My husband had the veal agnolotti (veal stuffed pasta with smoked bacon, spinach, and veal demi-glace), which was a little rich for me, but he enjoyed. I had the frutti di mare (squid ink spaghetti, shrimp, calamari, cherry tomato, and lobster broth), which I liked (but I thought it could have been a little saucier/brothier. We enjoyed a couple of glasses of wine and cocktails as well. But as much as we enjoyed the food and drinks, a lot of what makes Sotto Sopra such a Baltimore classic relates to service and ambiance. The restaurant feels old school in the best way (moody, a little dark, decorated beautifully - especially for the holidays), and the service is top notch. Sotto Sopra hosts Opera Nights, when they serve a fixed menu and opera arias are sung between courses. I think they do that once a month, and they post the dates on their website. After a pretty great meal at Sotto Sopra this past weekend, I'm really looking forward to returning for an opera night! read more
Lemme tell y'all about the pork osso-buco. It was AH-MAZINGLY DELICIOUS. See picture captions for feedback on the dishes. Fantastic experience, beautiful restaurant, great vibes, loved the music and for those reasons will be back just to hang out at the bar and experience special moments with their special cocktails. Sorry, didn't get pics of the drinks. read more
Came in for restaurant week, and even at our reservations at 8:30, the place was completely full. It was a dimly lit, intimate restaurant. We started with wine that was pretty good. Then for the 3 course, I got the caesar salad, which honestly was below average - the lettuce was warm which I really don't like. My Fiancé got the polenta, and he liked it a lot. For main courses, I got the Veal Agnolotti and he got the salmon. The salmon was definitely the better of the two, it was a very delicious dish and I highly recommend it. Finally for dessert, we got tiramisu and crème brûlée, both of which were very standard but still quite good. read more
11 months ago
I did enjoy my time at Sotto Sopra mostly because the restaurant itself is really interesting, visually, and the wait staff were super nice. My boyfriend and I came here during restaurant week and enjoyed the dishes enough, but not THAT much... we got: - calamari which was good (but I love all calamari) - honey lavender salmon which tasted good but was kind of a small piece of salmon in my opinion - fruti di mare which I enjoyed! - sorbet, which was really just alright, we didn't even finish it which is VERY abnormal for me (there was no wasting of food in my house growing up) - chocolate mousse which literally tasted like bad frosting, couldn't even eat it read more
I don't know how its taken me so long to write a review for this place! Every time I come here I feel like its a special occasion, even if its just for a mid week lunch. No matter the time of visit the staff are always really attentive, almost overly so. One visit someone literally took the cup from my mouth to refill it with water lol. They also have Opera nights, I haven't been to one yet but they seem pretty nice! Food wise, its an amazing experience! I have never had a bad meal. I love pasta and they do it really well, The carbonara has always been one of my favs and they do it so well so if you are on the fence on what to order, get the carbonara, its delicious. read more
2 years ago
We had an amazing experience here. The food & service was phenomenal. Super cozy spot. Will be back. Don't wait as long as we did to try!! read more
2 years ago
My friend and I met for a girls dinner and the food was amazing. The menu is authentically Italian and very eclectic. This place is a foodies' dream! The rainy evening was quickly transformed into warm and a candle lit ambiance that instantly relaxed you as you were immediately sat down. She and I made reservations a few days before bc this place gets packed! Our waitress was so busy but super attentive and helped us understand the menu options/substitutions. We started with soft pillowy ricotta filled Gnocchi and Maryland style mussels, a bottle of wine and the rest is a blur. The food was excellent and so was the Panna Cotta dessert were both got. I wish I would have taken more pictures! You can't go wrong! read more
6 months ago
Sotto Sopra was an incredible restaurant week experience, only leaving me wanting more! My friend and I came for Baltimore Restaurant Week and had a great experience. It is street parking but free after 6pm. Didn't take long to find a spot for either of us! We each got 3 different things, for $45 I thought it was a good deal, I actually had leftovers. My friend is vegetarian and they had a ton of options for her. For myself, I did the Maryland mussels which were actually great and plentiful for an appetizer. They're in a cream sauce with old bay, if you love mussels, I thought these were delish. My friend got the goat cheese salad which actually had goat cheese fritters and it was pretty good! For my entree, I got the short rib ravioli which were dynamite, and had mushrooms and a truffle sauce. These are a must get. She had the fettuccine alla toscana and the pasta was very savory, this is a great dish for vegetarians but I would even order it myself. Sotto Sopra loses a star for the meh desserts and a disappointing cocktail. I got tiramisu and my friend got bread pudding, both were only ok. Tiramisu seemed old and a bit dry, a little disappointing for an Italian restaurant. Bread pudding I thought was good but still just ok. My friend's cocktail was $15 and about 80% ice. The ambience was nice, with candles at every table. The restaurant is a bit snug and may be challenging for those with mobility issues - if you need accessibility assistance, I suggest calling ahead. Overall, we had a lovely time and will definitely be back to try more! read more
Dined at Sotto Sopra with my family during Restaurant Week Jan. 2024 after wanting to try it out for a long time. Overall, a really good experience! Food was stellar - the standouts of the meal were the Maryland Mussels, Carbonara and Cioppino. The atmosphere of the restaurant can't be beat. The dim lighting and upscale decor really stood out amongst other Italian restaurants in the area. Taking 1 star off for service. Our server was not super attentive and definitely not friendly. Would likely come back again! read more
ORIGIN: Executive Chef and owner Ricardo Bosio opened Sotto Sopra in 1996. The name means "upside down", suggesting a chaotic situation. LOCATION: The restaurant feels like a peaceful oasis, rather than a chaotic situation. Sotto Sopra is located on the ground floor of a 19th century building in the quiet Mount Vernon neighborhood, characteristically defined by its large casement window and high ceiling. CONCEPT: Chef Bosio serves Northern Italian cuisine that integrates Mid-Atlantic ingredients, which has been described as "Northern Italian with a Maryland Accent". EXPERIENCE: During my first visit I arrived at dinner opening hour, when the summer sunlight was still brightly streaming through the west-facing casement window. The main dining room is decorated in yellow ochre, burnt sienna, and red... colors that were popular interior design choices when the restaurant opened, but also reminiscent of Italian fresco palette. The colors are warm and the setting soothing after a full day at a convention center conference. After being seated by the hostess, I was guided by the extremely professional service enacted by David. David confirmed that the short rib ravioli dish described by veteran Long Island YES member, Bill, was a customer and personal favorite. However, it was not on the 2023 summer menu, and it was suggested that I order Raviolini di Zucca con Salsiccia as an alternate -- pumpkin raviolini in cream sauce and topped with crumbled sausage and amaretti. A type of red wine with which I had no familiarity, 2018 Casalbordino Sinello Montepulciano Riserva, was suggested to accompany this creamy dish. The pale Tang powder colored, beautifully formed raviolini made for a stunning appearance, and the luscious texture contrast they offered against chewy sausage and crunchy amaretti was heavenly. The recommended glass of wine proved to indeed be ideal accompaniment. Following Bill's lead, I capped the evening with Mascarpone cheesecake with espresso. The sequence, coupled with the thoughtful service and elegant surroundings, proved to be one of those rare perfect dining experiences -- particularly when on professional travel. I made note of the evening choices, but felt compelled on a second night to try other items on the June 2023 menu before I left the city. For the main I experienced Veal Agnolotti -- veal stuffed pasta, with spinach, crumbles of smoked bacon surrounded by veal demi glaze. This was good, but wasn't as stunning in appearance as my initial choice and the textural contrasts were not as complex. For dessert I ventured to try the Tiramisu as I was curious about their take on this classic dish. TIPS: I was told that the executive chef periodically takes cherished items off the menu, and that long-standing customers will sometimes call in advance to check the status of a favorite dish before reserving. Looking at the menu on the website a few months later, I see that the short rib ravioli have returned, and the pumpkin raviolini I came to love are absent. Check website in advance if you are looking to order a specific dish. Consider reserving during one of the periodic "Opera Nights", with a multi-course prix fix menu. Check restaurant website for dates. read more
4 years ago
I came for my birthday dinner and it was such a wonderful experience. The restaurant itself is beautiful with a comforting ambience - really reminded me of an opera/concert hall (which is fitting considering they do host opera singers). Our server was attentive and had spot-on recommendations for what we were craving. The food was also incredible but on the pricier side - definitely a more upscale restaurant. They also have a great variety of wine to choose from. We ordered way too much for a party of two (everything on the menu looked so good!) and thought the portion sizes were going to be smaller than they actually were. We started off with the complimentary bread which was fluffy and flavorful. For appetizers, we got the calamari fritti and tomato caprese. The garlic aioli balanced the fried calamari perfectly with acidity and flavor. For entrees, we got the ravioloni di zucca con salsiccia and fettuccine all toscana. The pasta and the filling for the ravioloni were made of pumpkin and the pumpkin flavor was super strong, perfect for the beginning of fall. The fettuccine was incredibly creamy and the pasta was perfectly cooked. For dessert, we had a pistachio creme brulee and complimentary butterscotch gelato which they put a sparkler in for my birthday. The gelato was so smooth and creamy. I wasn't the biggest fan of the pistachi flavoring for the creme brulee but it was still good. I'm literally salivating while typing this so will definitely be coming back to try the many other items on the menu! read more
After being in Baltimore for a few days, I'm craving my weekly pasta dinner (hey, I'm Italian like that) I have a favorite spot when I'm in town but on this trip I decided to break from my normal routine and venture out. My search has led me to Sotto Sopra. I was reading on their website, they have opera singer nights? Very cool. The reason why I chose Sotto Sopra, they make fresh pasta and the short rib ravioli was calling me. Walking in, the restaurant is a large space with high ceilings. The room has an old school vibe, it's both warm and elegant. Our waitress was very knowledgeable, she made great suggestions but I locked onto the ravioli. I started with a glass of Italian wine and ordered the Calamari fritti. Cooked very well, the light fried coating made this a solid starter. The highlight of the night was my short rib ravioli. Warm pillows of homemade pasta stuffed with savory short ribs. Tossed in a brown butter sauce and topped with mushrooms this truly was a great entree. I'm pretty packed at this point but our waitress tells me about the house speciality, mascarpone cheesecake. I ordered an espresso, just a perfect ending to a perfect meal. I'm glad I searched and found something new, Sotto Sopra is a great dining destination while in the Baltimore. read more
9 months ago
Went for dinner on a Friday night. This is a beautiful restaurant with very pleasing ambiance. Velvety drapes hang down and the lighting is dim. Our server was attentive and thoughtful in her recommendations. The portions of food were very large and easy to share, which was a good value. Pro tip: you can get half portions of pasta which is still quite filling (there is an up charge for this; found out when we got the check) We tried: the goat cheese salad (fritters were the best part) Fried Calamari: a bit under seasoned, but loved the fried veggies that came with Short rib ravioli: under seasoned Pumpkin pasta: ravioli were a bit tough but the sauce was yummy and sausage really brightened the dish Squid ink pasta: very pretty plate, nice portion of seafood but severely under seasoned. I took it home, added a heavy dose of salt and then it was nice. Raspberry mascarpone cheesecake: plated beautifully but not memorable. Hopefully the underseasoning of the food isn't typical and they just had an off night. But still a beautiful space and good value for your dollar. 4 stars for ambiance, service 3 stars for food read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
So many positives about this experience. Came in our very casual clothes after moving our daughter into her apt down the street & felt a little underdressed but on a Tuesday evening, they weren't that busy so we weren't too obvious. Wine recommendation was fabulous to start. Warm Bread with dipping oil was great. Our meals were all amazing (gnocchi made with ricotta, not potato which was super light & refreshing with a tomatoe sauce with basil), and though we were full, we couldn't pass up on the crème brûlée which was so amazing. Service was really great overall. read more
3 years ago
This review is hard for me because I'm very conflicted. The wait staff was extremely attentive, my water glass was never empty, and the noodles are so fresh it's incredible, but some of the dishes lacked flavor. The Caesar salad was a very light and salty Caesar, not the thick, homemade, dressing I anticipated with anchovies. The spaghetti sauce was more of a bruschetta, so that threw me off a little, only because I was expecting an authentic marinara or pomodoro. The carbonara was great, as was the pesto gnocci that melted in your mouth. One fun thing you can do is half portions of the pasta, so we enjoyed that!! The inside is dim, with giant murals, mirrors, and theater curtains. For the price point, it's not the first place I would go for Italian in Baltimore, but I would go back! What we ordered: - Mussels - Caesar Salad - Spaghetti and Meatballs - Fettuccine Toscana (MUST HAVE) - Gnocchi De Ricotta - Carbonara read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Went here for dinner during restaurant week. I had the short rib ravioli, and it was very bland! No flavor at all! And drenched in mushrooms. The complementary bread tasted very old. The service/ waiter was great! He even brought us some new bread, because we really though it was old. But the new batch was not good either. Food came out in a decent amount of time. I doubt I would return read more
Got my birthday dinner at Sotta Sopra in Mount Vernon last week! A truly unparalleled Italian dining experience, complete with their famous handmade pasta. For appetizers, I got the Caesar salad, which was unique for the oven roasted tomatoes; my partner enjoyed the melt-in-your-mouth snail polenta. He is usually gluten-free but will sometimes risk it, and the polenta gave him no issues! For the main course, I went with the Fruti di Mare, a squid ink spaghetti in lobster broth with shrimp and the best calamari I've ever had. I don't normally go for seafood, but this striking dish was the highlight of my birthday!! My partner ordered the Seafood Risotto, which was similar to my dish but came with clams and mussels. For drinks, we got the Passione Amore - a sweet concoction from their Valentine's menu - and a rum-based specialty cocktail (whose name I don't recall). We split a mascarpone cheesecake for dessert, but I can't give much of a review because we were so full by the time dessert came out! I'm sure it was delicious and I just couldn't process it haha. Finally, the waiter brought out a sparkler-topped scoop of raspberry sorbet for a birthday treat. The restaurant had the tallest ceilings I've ever seen in a converted rowhome, and the low lighting and high mirror-paneled walls created an intimate date night vibe. All in all, a bougie dinner that I recommend when you're willing to splurge! read more
3 years ago
I got to try this place out during Restaurant Week, and overall enjoyed my experience. I had the CALAMARI FRITTI, FRUTTI DE MARE and TIRAMISU. The highlight of my meal was the 1st course. I wasn't particularly crazy about the calamari itself but the marinara and garlic aioli it was paired with was SO GOOD it saved the dish. It also came with fried veggies but i wasn't a fan of those. I was a bit disappointed with the 2nd course because my absolute favorite food is pasta and it didn't have as much flavor as I'm used to. However, this may be because I prefer spice in my dishes, it tasted like a very basic natural tomato sauce. For dessert, I'm not a sweets person but the tiramisu was fine, light and yummy. I also got to try the MARYLAND STYLE MUSSELS, the broth it came with was THE BEST. I enjoyed that the most from the whole meal I think (lol.) Additionally, there was complimentary bread with olive oil served that I wasn't a huge fan of. I love bread but it was a little bland to me, I much prefer the bread that came with the mussels and cioppino. The drink in the photo is the "Canella D'oro" cocktail and the other plate is the "Seafood Cioppino," my partner struggled to crack the claws so it would have been helpful if they came pre-cracked for guests but overall delicious. Overall good experience, the staff was very friendly and helpful and the atmosphere is very beautiful and romantic. It had a very distinct warm ambiance I loved. I personally really appreciate restaurants that take the time to curate a unique look because it adds to the entire dining experience, even the bathroom was simple but stunning. I also take into account how food is plated and you can tell each dish is served with great attention to detail that definitely adds to my positive review. While the food might not have blown me away, I think it is a very nice restaurant and fun to try if you are in the area. read more
I was pleasantly surprised to see that Sotto Sopra maintained its quality and the service was improved since my last visit several years ago. Previously, I did not like when the wait staff rushed me, and it was not my experience this time at all! Pork Osobucco was absolutely delicious and was our favorite dish of the night. Pumpkin Ravioloni was also good. The appetizers (mussels & calamari) could have been better, but the desserts (tiramisu & creme brulee) were terrific. We also got great wine recommendations from our waitress. Recommended to anyone looking for good Italian food in Bmore! read more
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Fairly tasty food but questionable if it's worth the price. Caesar salad was decent nothing special. Veal was touted as having been on the menu since the beginning which would have you think it's crazy good but the veal itself had not much flavor and the tuna sauce just tasted like tuna mayo. Caperberries were something new though and were actually really good. Short rib ravioli were cooked well and the mushrooms on top were very tasty as was the flavor of the filling, just the ratio of pasta to filling was way too low. Duck confit was really great, crispy skin super soft and tender meat. Risotto was ok, texture was fine but the truffle oil was too much. Overall good place but overpriced. read more
I recently visited this place for the first time, and was so glad I did! I was heading to a concert just a few blocks away, and one of the first things our server asked was if we needed to leave at a specific time - so appreciated that she kept us on schedule! We started with the charcuterie board, which was delicious. I also had a martini with pear in it, which was very refreshing. The bread served ahead of the meal was fresh and very tasty. The real star was the pumpkin ravioli - it had a ton of flavor and was both sweet and savory. The portion was a good size and I ate every bite! The actual restaurant is in a historic building with the beautiful architecture you would expect in Mount Vernon. I love places made from the gorgeous old homes in the neighborhood. The only downside is that this place is pretty expensive, so I will probably save it for special occasions in the future. read more
This was a fantastic restaurant and I have to say everything that we ate was fantastic! I would recommend this to any couple looking for a nice dinner and a wonderful intimate atmosphere. The service was fantastic as it was all of the appetizers and the food that we tried. We will return! read more
1 year ago
From my last review in 2015, I am grateful to be back in Baltimore and find that the quality and taste of Sotto Sopra has not changed one bit. The ambience of this place is fantastic, dim lighting, beautiful decorations and tables, it is quite the treat to come here. I came here for a birthday dinner and was impressed that they added a few of their own touches. We ordered the mussels (with coconut milk and Old Bay) as an appetizer, the fruti de mare (with squid ink pasta) and the gnocchi. We were started off with a generous portion of delicious bread to dip in oil (we had to stop ourselves after a few pieces in order to eat the rest of our meal). The mussels were generous portion and very tasty. The squid ink pasta is always a treat here (from what I remembered); the chew and unique flavor really makes this dish worth it! I also enjoyed the gnocchi but it was not my favorite; I felt that it was a little softer than I would've liked, but quite pillowy though and still quite tasty. What impressed me was the above and beyond service. From refilling waters constantly, to the fact that they noticed since we were sharing dishes, they split both entrees for us. This warranted a generous tip and it's well deserved! Thank you Sotto for making this a birthday to remember! We will definitely keep coming back. read more
The beau said "no more turkey" so we headed here the day after Thanksgiving for a date night before meeting friends. According to him this place has been around a while and has a great reputation so we decided to check it out. The cocktails were light and boozy. We ordered the salmon croquettes because I love a croquette. Honestly these weren't great. They literally tasted like a hot dog and the texture was way too firm and off-putting. We had a laugh about and then ordered our salad and pastas. The salad was nice and had lovely little fried goat cheese balls that we fought over. The pastas were excellent. Obviously made in house these were a delight. The beau had the pumpkin pasta with sausage and I had the veal agnolotti. Both were rich and a treat. For dessert we had the pistachio tiramisu which was non traditional utilizing the very trendy pistachio as the main ingredient. It was light and sweet. Like eating a cloud! read more
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Great Italian place! Stopped in with some friends for dinner and drinks after exploring the museums in the area. Server was very attentive and the food was fantastic. Ambiance was lovely as well. read more
3 years ago
Had a dinner date with my best friend so we decided to visit Sotto Sopra. We've both dined here before. We decided to split the goat cheese salad which was delicious, in my opinion. However if you are not a fan of hearts of palm or beets I would not recommend it as the salad is pretty heavy with both. I decided on the spaghetti all'Amatriciana and my friend had the pumpkin ravioli (her favorite). Both were incredibly delicious and large portions. We both needed doggy bags. We ended the evening with tiramisu and espresso. It was a fantastic meal. We plan to come back after the new year for one of their opera night events. read more
3 years ago
The Food was excellent with extremely delightful aromatics , the service was very upscale and elegant our server included some exciting entrees for my family to enjoy , the dish I devoured was the pan seared Branzino & Veal Agnolotti which both were suggested by our male server (I hate that I can't remember his name but I think it was Chaz) I'm not 100% sure but we had birthday''s to celebrate for my two brothers the ambiance was perfect and classy, I'll return for an opera night soon read more
Sotto Sopra always does a fantastic job to make any occasion special. We have been here a few times for birthdays or anniversaries and are beyond satisfied when we leave. The food is outstanding! I always recommend the home-made pasta, especially the squid-ink seafood. They also have seasonal options that rotate on their menu. I ordered the pumpkin soup this time and is was amazing! The drinks are wonderful and they have a full wine menu with a great selection. For special occasions, they have offered us a free glass of Prosecco or a complimentary dessert. And the atmosphere is very romantic if you are looking for a good date night spot. read more
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405 N Charles St
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