American cuisine: the best places to taste it in Baltimore

"Chef definitely cooks with LOVE!! The results show up in each & every dish that I have experienced ( salmon & grits & breakfast skillet) Amazingly..."

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Kay Johnson

Larder

Breaking Bread

"I finally made it out to Breaking Bread as I've been marked it on my "places to go" list. Glad I was able to! The Jerk/turkey lamb burger was very..."

Trave` Land

"I ordered sticky wings with awesome fries. I picked the pulled chicken instead of pulled beef. The fries were soooooo good. Not what I need when I'm..."

Shaneisha McMillan

"Incredible food, incredible atmosphere, incredibly kind and charming service. This place has so much character and is a gem. The service isn't always..."

Claude C.

"Fantastic experience today for lunch! Our friendly server brought homemade tortilla chips, and a sample of their award-winning sticky wings while we..."

CNK Harris

"Perfect place in Pigtown! Young, black professional employees and chef! Garlic Parm fries, the famous sticky wings 14 count, and the soup of the day..."

Bmore Extra

"Great place! Our server Jabril was the best: he was very attentive, he helped us with the menu, and he suggested his amazing sweet tea. The Awesome..."

Xyp-per Cameron

"First of all, I was ready to rate this place 5 star and I haven't even gotten their food! The place is a local family owned restaurant, the bathroom..."

Rosie

"This place is awesome the food is great. I had the soup of the day which was a creamy kale and turkey soup with some potatoes. My main was a jerk..."

Dwayne Franck

"Taking back or should I say off my feet by the great creation of sticky wings. Friendly surrounding and great hosts. A must..."

Rosaland Collins

"Awesome fries with BBQ pulled chicken so delicious!! The staff is nice and helpful. Be careful with parking avoid the 7-11 lot, you will get..."

Ketia Perkins

"Sticky wings and burger were both delicious. The service was great, the staff is very friendly. I would definitely come back if I am in the area..."

Bryan Perez

"First time visiting "Breaking Bread Restaurant" I must say excellent service thanks to JABRIL & great food. JABRIL was a great help after I..."

synia bailey

"I can’t say enough good things about this place! I walked in and was treated like an old friend or family. The owner came over and talked to me and..."

Deena H

"Delicious food--burger was juicy, wings were flavorful, and the awesome fries were generously loaded with toppings, great for sharing. Nothing that..."

I L

"This restaurant has the feel and taste of home. My friends and I arrived on a Saturday night, ordered the awesome fries, the sticky wings, mac and..."

Matt

"Wonderful down home cooking! Had the catfish and the Mac and cheese! So good! You have to try the sticky wings too. The flavor has a warm spice but..."

Lyz Frey

"Amazing atmosphere. Super comfortable vibe. Incredible food. Get the awesome fries and sticky wings. Absolutely killer. Bread pudding was divine. Our..."

Megan O'Hara

"Great food, great staff! As the sign reads, "Not fast food, but good food!" Everything is made to order and always,tastes delicious! Every single..."

Wanda Pate

"This place is amazing. The entire staff is super friendly. I think I was greeted by everyone working by the time I left. The staff is great, but the..."

Ryan Whatley-Loveall

Wheelchair Accessible

Takeout

Breakfast

Cheap Eats

"I cannot stop talking about these doughnuts. How anyone gave this less than 5 stars is beyond me. The flavors were incredible; we bought a dozen just..."

Chrisha Kirk

"Holy bananas, this place is fantastic! If you are looking for fresh, delicious, true donut art, you need to visit Diablo. Service was awesome and the..."

Jordan Doster

"Nice staff cracking jokes with us. Fun atmosphere. Donuts to die for. Taste just as good as they look. Loved the Blueberry Basil and the..."

Christa Gaylor

"Not sure which is better/more enjoyable, the amazing customer service from the owner and all employees or the best doughnuts on the planet. There is..."

Dustin Burns

"Highly recommend. My favorite doughnuts in Maryland! There are seasonal options that rotate and the daily selection of doughnuts is anything but..."

Dominique Mattson

"Awesome selection of flavors and lots of nice surprises to be found in this shop. Service was quick, staff were happy to explain certain donuts or..."

Christopher Blackwell

"Best doughnuts we’ve ever had. My boyfriend and I just stopped there. Well done! The raspberry bomb is off the charts! Can’t wait to come..."

Lucy Uke

"The best donuts and I absolutely love that you can pre-order. I ordered a set of the mini donuts to take to family in Delaware they were a huge hit!..."

Terri Thomas

"Chef Emily Delivered 12 Dozen of the most delicious doughnuts to the National Aquarium for our Harbor Wetland "groundbreaking" Staff appreciation..."

Ginna Newton Newhouse

"When I say "Gourmet Donut!" You say "Diablo!" Well worth every penny...take it from this fried bread aficionado from the Midwest, you will spend a..."

Raymond Kerr

"Fun flavors and crazy combos this isn’t dunkin. Skip the trash and get the good stuff with Diablo. Friendly staff and online ordering ensures..."

Vince T

"I saw a story on my local news WJZ about this place. So my husband and I ran to see what it was about for ourselves. We were not disappointed. The..."

Rosa Nicks

"First visit. Ordered cold brew, creme brulee, blueberry basil, and berries and cream doughnuts. The creme bruleé was filled with a traditional..."

D Jacob

"Best donuts in the Baltimore area (maybe all of Maryland)! This shop is owned by a wonderful family and the staff are always friendly in my..."

Jared Cook

"Doughnuts were great. We got a dozen to sample everything and there were so many great ones. The caramel apple fritter is delicious. Can't wait..."

Edward Parks

"My mom and I were looking for Baltimore’s best doughnuts, and we found them! I surprised her with a dozen for her birthday party, and every flavor..."

Lanee Higgins

"The place was packed in the morning, people love it! The breakfast sandwhich on a doughnut was sinful and amazing. They have some of the best bottled..."

Ashley Uygur

"Amazing!! Right off the highway and delicious. Probably the messiest thing I've ever eaten in my car and worth every bite. We tried 9 different..."

Lindsay B

"Fun and delicious varieties of donuts. A little something for everyone's..."

Nichole Vales

"I'm not a big sweets person so I was looking for something that wasn't too sweet and I found it. I had the berry donut which including fresh..."

1Candysweets

"OMG THESE DONUTS ARE AMAZING! Definitely a treat though as I can imagine the calories each donut is packing. I am so happy this is so close to work..."

Kristy Jones

"Really great place had an amazing experience. I didn’t get the name of the young man that assisted my family and I but, he was amazing. The..."

Kiedra E.

"Best doughnuts in Baltimore, by far. Always fresh and tasty. If your nearby, this is a must..."

Chris Boyles

Eddie's Of Roland Park

Waffie

"They just recently opened and I was excited to try their waffles. The waffles are nicely sized hand held desserts that can be made with all sorts of..."

Michael Larrabee

"So sad that this place is closing at end of July. Go now to get your fix! Delicious berry berry strawberry waffle! There were tons of strawberries,..."

Wen Z

"Update! Even better. The waffles are perfect. The toppings are fun! Staff is nice! This is seriously one of the best spots in baltimore. If you..."

jason molidor

"Phenomenal waffles! Price isn't too bad, but the wide variety of toppings combined with the friendly staff and pleasantly cooled interior makes this..."

Samuel Shiao

"Love this place! You choose your own toppings on a freshly baked waffle, and can add a scoop of Taharka ice cream for a few dollars more. The staff..."

Kelsey Ross

"Wiffie is a small place next to local owned store fronts. So you might walk pass it and wouldn't even know. This is a small Gem if u want to eat..."

BREW GODZ

"We wandered in after a friend told us about how good it was. The shop was empty at the time, so we were able to take our time to pick. I was..."

Mia

"My wife and I stopped in after dinner the other evening for dessert. The waffles were delicious and not overly sweet despite being maple glazed. You..."

Andrew Clark

"Stopped in here for a quick snack after getting a haircut nearby. It was really good! I got a build your own waffle with nutter butter crumbs, peanut..."

Chance Bailey

"Easy and delightful first experience. Took a little long to get a cup of coffee on a Tuesday night but whatever. I had a waffle with butter pecan ice..."

Steven Rickman

"Service was amazing. The mini sundae a perfect end to a Thursday night! Can't wait to come back for the chicken and waffle..."

Christine Deaver

"Make sure you have your mask before entering. Masks are required and if you forgot yours, they do offer you one. Ordering is contactless. You can..."

Asia Thurston

"This place produces incredible waffles that go well with or without toppings. All time favorite is their patented WAFFIE © waffle topped with honey..."

Rodrigo Lopez

"We ordered 3 hot chocolates, yummy and rich! A huge chocolate covered marshmallow floated underneath the whipped cream! Just a perfect hint of..."

JD

"Quaint and cute place in a very beautiful neighborhood.Wide variety of waffles to choose from, freshly made,affordable and delicious!!! They don’t..."

Khadija Tayabali

"My husband has had Waffie show up in his sponsored ads on Facebook for weeks. So we finally went! They are now completely cashless. Got the Gimme..."

Katie Thompson

"Beautifully presented, deliciously balanced dessert waffles! You MUST have these with ice cream! Some of the combinations look intense, but they’re..."

M J

Zeke's Coffee Shop

93/100 (1642 ratings)

"I came here for the motorcycle and burgers night held on the 3rd Mondays of every month. The half pound burgers here are divine! Zeke’s bakes their..."

Joe Bullen

"Finally decided to give this place a try and I'm so glad I did! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Food was delicious. I'll definitely be..."

Dana B

"I come here about once a month for their coffee beans. I always get a latte of the month and sometimes food as well. The staff is always busy, but..."

Jessica Phillips

"This place is one of my boyfriend’s and I’s favorite breakfast/lunch spot. I also get my regular iced caramel macchiato but since I can’t eat..."

mariama sagnia

"Coffee is amazing, lox sandwich is damn good and chocolate croissant made me want to take a good nap! Waffles nice and..."

Reshaud Dubose

"Ordered a Latte and a Cold Brew. The coffee was just okay, but the food was great! Ordered The Baltimore and a Ruben. You could taste the freshness..."

Eleyse Hud

"Perfect. Accessible. Clean. Lots of options for food and drink. Swag. Packaged grounds and beans to go. Good music at a good volume. Beautiful food..."

S Bee

"The chicken breakfast biscuit was really delicious! My daughter & I had a good..."

Shannon “Mama Dukes” March

"Stopped by early afternoon for a pick me up. Chai latte with oat milk is my go to and at this spot in particular, the chai was exceptional. Very..."

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"I love that this place is just a few blocks from me; so nice to be able to get excellent coffee and a delicious breakfast sandwich after a brief..."

MHW Lawless

"I went and ate here for the first time today :) such lovely and upbeat staff. Phenomenal house coffee. I didn't see a ton of gluten free options but..."

Adrianna Lee

"Baltimore's best coffee paired with a delicious, made to order, breakfast sandwich or omlette is a great way to start a Sunday. You can have your dog..."

Eileen Finn

"Of course the coffee is great, but eat something while you’re here! The food is delicious and fresh with big portions. Friendly crew behind the..."

Brett Rogers

"Nice place, great staff very friendly.. nice atmosphere.. but I wish they had a single slice of bread cheaper than 3..."

Wendy Lowis

"This joint is ALWAYS busy. Chill coffee house vibes with excellent service. The team is sweet and kind, baked goods always fresh, coffee choices..."

LGK Baltimore

"Came here back in September but I am from out of town and I stopped in here for breakfast and I had a latte and a danish and it was so good!! The..."

Becca

"Love this spot! Its a family favorite hangout. Today we came here for lunch, got the lamb gyro special and the grilled cheese. Everything was..."

Camille Coffey

"Great place for specialty coffee drinks and pastries. Service is great. Drinks are just right. There are souvenirs and freshly roasted coffee beans...."

Digi Surv

Bondhouse Kitchen

Accepts American Express

Charmed.

"Great sit-down breakfast spot in Mt. Vernon. They don’t have an espresso machine, so they don’t make lattes but they do have great cold..."

Bmore Restaurant Connoisseur

"Very chill place for a non crowed peaceful breakfast. They were very friendly and warned me and a colleague before the kitchen closed. I didn't..."

Mia Speight

"Some of the best fish and chips I’ve ever had (across dozens of restaurants and counting). Overpriced but tasty donut, lovely service. Charming..."

Sean Morrison

"Great little corner cafe great for a quick sit down meal or to-go. There’s seating inside and a few tables outside and it’s pay-and-go after..."

Madison .Short

"I have eaten here a few times and it’s been amazing! Wonderful staff and great food! So many French fries I shared half with my..."

Rob McGinnis

"Great little breakfast/lunch restaurant with tasty food and friendly service. Got the Baltimore Chicken sandwich with fries, a soda, and a chocolate..."

Chris Zink

"Second time here and will be back. Super friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, clean, and delicious, fresh food with large portions! Also, great..."

Lindsey McGinnis

"This is a gem in the city of Baltimore. The food was fresh and tasted great. Every baked good in place is made from scratch and is literally..."

Jayson J Green (SonofJay)

"I wish I could eat here every morning. From the kitschy radio vibes, French toast and coffee of the day, clean and modern decor, Charmed is..."

Caitlin Cordova

"A good solid breakfast reasonably priced. Just know that the Saturday menu is less extensive than the weekdays. Again, it's good quality n..."

Robin B

The Alexander Brown Restaurant

"Alexander Brown is located in an existing bank building in Downtown Baltimore that was renovated and now appears to be half fine dining eatery and..."

Matthew Danowski

"Amazing place, beautiful atmosphere. Our server Rich was very friendly and we felt welcomed. The food was delicious and reasonably priced; There are..."

Vasilis

"An amazing space in a heavily renovated classic Baltimore bank building, one of the few surviving structures in the city-center that pre-date the..."

Omar S

"This is a “must” for everyone. The food is excellent, I did not consider it pricey, and the staff are totally on point. The atmosphere is..."

Rogers “Rj” Earl, Jr.

"A very lovely dinner with my wife and a beautiful atmosphere. Our waitress was attentive and our service was quick. No..."

Richard Blanchard

"Unexpected decadence on a Wednesday night at The Alexander Brown Restaurant 🍸 Sharing mighty strong cocktails and interesting conversations in one..."

LGK Baltimore

"Excellent recent conversion of an historic building,excellent decor,ambiance and service.We had a very enjoyable experience and this is a welcome..."

ian allan

"I received great service from Keegan my server. Also, the lady at the front desk was most considerate of my needs. I ordered the eggs benedict......"

Rod Hobbs

"Beautiful restored venue with well-executed food. Crab beignets are a staple and..."

Frank Clarkson

"Wonderful, beautiful food; wonderful staff and great service - celebratory..."

Peta Richkus

Thames Street Oyster House

93/100 (5940 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

Accepts American Express

"We came for a weekend in Baltimore and we were recommended this restaurant and it was an amazing experience. For me the best seafood we had during..."

Luis Marcano

"Great dining experience! We asked a local Uber driver for a seafood recommendation, and he pointed us here. The venue lived up to the hype! Staff was..."

Ernest

"The overall environment is clean, and the dishes are served promptly. Despite the crowd, the service quality remains unaffected. The second-floor..."

Tao Tao

"The food was incredible. We went for a good oyster sesh and it was amazing. The lobster roll was great too with the perfect bread. Just make sure you..."

Karen Banana

"One of my favorite places to eat dinner in Baltimore. I recommend this place to everyone! My first time in their back patio and it had a very nice..."

Kha Le

"Amazing food and fantastic service. My go to place whenever I am visiting Baltimore. The lobster roll is to die for…. The best💛 Oysters are..."

Emma Yu

"Our best family first meal in Baltimore… we loved all the dishes from crab salad to escargot. Reservation was easy and restaurants located at heart..."

Susana Chen

"the osyers were delicious and fresh. the crab cake was to die for, and it came with fries and pumpkin pureed with cinnamon. my burger was alright, a..."

behn farahpour

"The restaurant is in a nice area. The service was amazing (thank you Catherine). The food was good. The calamari was my only issue. I found it bland..."

Afm Afm

"Thank you Claudia for your amazing hospitality. You made us feel special and even went out of your way to congrats my engagement. THANK YOU!! No..."

Thuy Tran

Minnow

"Went here for Valentine's Day with my wife and couldn't have been happier with our experience. We've been wanting to try Minnow for awhile and this..."

Adam Felibrico

"Overall excellent experience. Lovely restaurant and decor, free valet parking was helpful as well. Food and drinks all excellent, they go way out of..."

Daniel Schurman

"The best fried oysters I've ever had. Great service, great food options, great coffee! I highly recommend this place for a great..."

Tiffney Irizarry

"I went here for a birthday celebration meal and I was impressed at the quality of the food. They told us they change their menu every day. We got..."

Christine K

"We ran across Minnow on accident, but it was some of the best seafood I have had in years! It is served tapas-style and so you have to buy several..."

Melissa Keeley

"So glad I finally got to try minnow. I was only there for happy hour and I got the fried oysters which were excellent. My drink was pretty good not..."

Leticia

"Excellent kitchen bar experience on Christmas Eve at Minnow, a minimal modern bar with crafty cocktails. Slightly upscale, but still casual. We..."

Arrenvy Bilinski

"Great experience. Food was delicious and the service was outstanding. We sat at the bar and Oscar was..."

Chandra Ferguson

"Wow! Hands down one of the best spots in Baltimore. I loved the interior, menu and service. Short rib was to die..."

Uliana Long

"Love this place. In addition the care and detail that goes into every dish and cocktail, the owners are always there to greet old friends and..."

Katie V

"Phenomenal experience from start to finish. Lovely ambiance (with attention paid to sound dampening)--it feels modern, but cozy at the same time. The..."

Ray

"Great ambiance and the fish was excellent. Not overcooked and a great texture. My wife loved the peanut butter and jelly cocktail, but said that..."

Michael Cupertino

"Great spot for seafood in the Fed Hill/Riverside neighborhood. Lots of street parking available! The cocktails are thoughtfully crafted and..."

Emily Gorman

"Not a bad selection for a non-seafood eater in fact. Seafood eaters in my party were pleased..."

Vadim Vaynerman

"The cocktails are so much fun here. The food is really well prepared and enticingly presented. Trendy and creative decor. The kitchen and finishing..."

Theresa Novak (Paradise Dog Mom)

"Great seafood restaurant. They had a fish rillette which was just up our alley. The oysters three ways we're cooked perfectly. I would like to know..."

Matt Benfer

Swallow At The Hollow

Wheelchair Accessible

"Service is always on point. Food is way better than a “dive bar” should be. And the owner is kind, generous, and genuine. Plus, the turnover for..."

Kathryn Falcone

"Thank you, Guy Fieri, for convincing me to try the Honey Ghost wings. This place is a dive right down the road from my job. Seriously, the sweet..."

Tony Conty

"Great neighborhood bar! The food is very good and the honey ghost wings are a must try. I love the blackened Mahi Mahi sandwich. Portions are just..."

Steve Merbaum

"It is small and yes, could easily be called dive bar but the food is wonderful. Had the steak wrap, the shrimp po boy and the crab cake as well as..."

Michael Stinson

"I got the Honey Ghost wings and they were amazing best wings I've ever had. The staff were very polite and helpful. I would definitely eat here..."

Daniel Miller

"I love the friendly and attentive staff there . Dosent matter how crowded they get (and they get crowded.)The staff works so very hard to take care..."

Christopher Roque

"I’m from Philly but each and every time I come to Baltimore I make sure I stop at Swallow at the Hollow for the honey ghost pepper wings and cheese..."

Alexis Isabel

"Had dinner last night at Swallow at the Hollow. First we ordered a Guiness draft. It was poured perfectly. Nice head, the right temperature, the way..."

James Knapick

"Swallow is a quintessential dive bar, in the best way possible! The drinks are cheap, the food is delicious (I personally recommend the wings or..."

Peter Myers

"Half price burger night on Wednesdays. Great fun! Nice cozy bar. Music's not loud. Good pub food. We like this place a..."

Dahira Binford

"Best Crab cake I ever had. Loaded with crab meat. Very good service, great atmosphere. Especially when the Orioles are playing on..."

David Rogers

"Wowwwwww, but did I get treated like a Rock Star at the Swallow!! It was this gorgeous day, I really wanted just to enjoy it, but Johnny's on Roland..."

Ly. Butcher

"Neighborhood bar with some really great tasting food. The Maryland Crab soup was really good. The steak wrap was very tasty and filling. A lot of the..."

Lyle Saperstein

"When you just need a good burger and fries with a large selection of beers this is your place. Dripping with local atmosphere and friendly folks,..."

Brian Woolf

"We watched the ball game at the bar and enjoyed some drinks. The service was perfect and the crowd was great to root the home team..."

duffy Laws

"I’m going to regret writing this review, but this is the best place in Baltimore hands down. Food and service are great each time. I go far too..."

Christopher Sneeringer

"Great Baltimore dive. It was crowded but we came at a busy time during march madness and ended up finding a seat 15 min in at the bar. Food is really..."

Allie Kohr

Red Canoe Cafe And Bookstore

"Consistently great!. I am admittedly a regular at this place, and with pretty good reason: every aspect of it is high quality. For starters, they..."

Adam Hark

"The Best on Harford Road. Good food, great prices, and superlative service. This may be the best place to eat on Harford Road. You can't go wrong..."

Jade Green

"Make a muffin run!. We make muffin runs to the Red Canoe! The muffins at this local joint is the unique element that sets the Red Canoe apart. We..."

Love Feast

"Love it!. The menu had a nice selection of unique choices. I choice to go with the Red Canoe Wrap ($6.75)with fresh roasted turkey sliced with..."

Jessica Lemmo

"The muffins at this local joint is the unique element that sets the Red Canoe apart. We have hunted high and low for jus the right muffin in..."

Love Feast

"Atmosphere was wonderful and the staff were friendly. Really cute little shop with plenty of space and a nice back patio. The coffee was absolutely..."

Kelly Moore

"This cozy, artsy cafe offers freshly brewed Zekes coffee and delicious food (great vegetarian options). Artwork, children’s books and wood..."

Evan Darling

"We love this lovely neighborhood coffee shop. Everything we have tried is delicious. They have coloring books and crayons for the kids. Indoor and..."

Susannah Kolstad

"Large menu, great for breakfast or lunch, powered by Zeke's coffee. Many seating areas to accommodate a group. Friendly staff will remember you...."

Ben Mason

"Great food, friendly staff. I recommend..."

Martin Watts

"Such a nice and chill vibe. We unexpectedly visited with 14 people and crazy orders but the staff kindly turned up really delicious sandwiches,..."

Phuong Phan

"Wonderful eclectic, very tasty sandwiches & wraps, soup, coffees, muffins. 5 stars just for the bacon & cheese corn muffin. Genius on tuna wrap with..."

Cynthia Cabales

"Had a fantastic ladies' lunch withy daughters. The food is great. The atmosphere is comfortable and inviting for nothing children and..."

ELainia Ross-Jones

"Always great, even after not visiting for a year. The lauraville sandwich and dirty chai are my favorite. Always great customer service and..."

Amber Kauffmann

"Great place. The breakfast we had was delicious. The employees were very friendly. The cook even talked to us about the neighborhood and where she..."

Mark Layton

"Really pleasant little cafe, staff is always really nice, and it has a really nice friendly environment, we had several people just walk past our..."

Samuel Shiao

"The Red Canoe is a wonderful find. Awesome food. They have homemade muffins that are a real treat. The food is always made fresh and is always..."

Diane Melick

"If I lived any closer to Red Canoe, I don’t think I’d make breakfast or lunch for myself ever again! Great breakfast burritos, sandwiches and..."

Alex Champagne

"Very cool little bookstore. Worth supporting this local independent neighborhood joint. The selection is nice, and at times unique, if not huge. The..."

Lysa Wieman

Gypsy's Truckstaurant

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Wine and Beer

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

"Definitely a cool place for drinks and bar food. Gyros are really good. Falafel had a nice flavor but a little on the drier side. Our server was..."

Michelle Bramucci

"Really great to see this spot open. Wasn't sure what to expect. The inside space was really surprising. It was incredible. We love the food truck..."

jason molidor

"Had a wonderful time at Gypsys Truckstaurant. The atmosphere is great and the service is top notch. The food is so delicious. It's one of our..."

Erin Drake

"One of Baltimore’s best hidden gems. Get here before it’s impossible to get a table. Former owners of Helens Garden and owners of the Gypsy Food..."

Robert Cardoni

"Might be a new contender for my favorite Brussels sprouts. The decor is great. I really like the location also because there’s plenty of parking...."

Rick Filippetti

"We happened upon this accidentally, and it’s SO ADORABLE. The bartender was fantastic (Josh? I’m terrible at names). They have a few vegan things..."

Suzanne McQuaid

"I visited this joint with my two adolescent kids, my hubby and my in laws. The location seems like it’s between warehouses or storage garages;..."

Dania Ramirez

"Such an amazing space! We had a blast on Bingo Night (free!!!) and we even won a small prize! The food here is comfort mixed with gourmet excellence...."

Bite of Baltimore Team

"Loved it. Friendly energy from the phone call to the greeting at the door. Served super fast, and the food was scrumptious. Fresh squeezed grapefruit..."

Akeem Long

"Good local spot that is worth the little extra out of the way space if you happen to be in Hampden. Cocktails are on the sweet side but still good..."

Nic I

Gunther & Co.

92/100 (3000 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I come to Gunther & Co every time I'm in Baltimore; regularly for 4 years. I have always had an enthusiastically wonderful experience. The service..."

Craig Murchison

"This is my second time going to Gunther & Co, and this time, it was for a bridal shower. The place is beautiful, the food delicious and the staff..."

Vickie Knowles

"Ordered the green garbanzo hummus & flatbread, Berkshire pork chop, homemade pasta, salted caramel panna cotta, and pumpkin spice tahini cake...."

Ann Wu

"I was first introduced to Gunther & Co. When photographing a friend’s wedding, and I absolutely fell in love. I’ve been back for routine dinners..."

Rachel Cooper

"We had a great brunch with my family. The food and the service was great. We had the burger, shakshouka, and the cheese flatbread. They were all..."

Yagmur Toraman

"Visited Gunther & Co. for a brunch with our son. The renovations are very nice. Neo-industrial looking. It wasn't overly busy but waitperson seemed..."

Scott Rabalais

"The Gunther is always a pleasant experience. Food and cocktails were delish, service was exceptional. Would..."

Rich Vazquez

"Gunther & Co. is consistently fantastic from the top to bottom. I’ve dined in a few times during brunch and enjoyed the French toast, breakfast..."

Kayla H

"The food was delicious 😋 Everything we ordered was good. To top it off they gave me dessert for my birthday..."

kimberly waters

"We recently had our rehearsal dinner and we were very impressed!! We have been going to Gunther for the past couple years as a date night spot and..."

Kyle Davis

"Came for brunch on a Saturday and it was wonderful! We had delicious cocktails and shared three entrees. The duck confit is an absolute must! The..."

Olivia Silverman-Franklin

"We had a WONDERFUL experience here for Sunday brunch. The cocktails, the server, and the food were all fantastic! Our pre-entrée dishes were the..."

J Frye

"The Gunther is a must-try in Baltimore. The location itself is awesome, right in the heart of Brewer's Hill, next to the Natty Boh tower. The..."

Justine Margaret Decker

"Wonderful brunch experience. We had a couple of tasty dishes and drinks. Nice atmosphere in the bar area. Our server Carolyn was attentive and not..."

Jayesh Jariwala

"I had a great time here! My family and I ate here for brunch in honor of a family member's 75th birthday. When we got there, in wasn't crowded and we..."

Iman H

"Super cool place of dinner or drinks. Took some people from work for happy hour and some food. Oysters excellent, pork dumplings very good and..."

Ashton Menefee

"The place is very nice. Food has gotten very expensive like many places. The duck was a dry and not very flavorful. Food has been great in the past...."

Bharath Chandar

"Very classic and decorative We tried Thai hot top Spicy and delicious I suggest this food to everyone who love sea food The mussel and scallops..."

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Penny Black

"The atmosphere and vibe is awesome. Staff was supremely friendly and knowledgeable. Had the smoked pork sandwich with bourbon bbq sauce and it was..."

Lauren Seidy Ayers

"Went to Fells point yesterday to enjoy our February 80 degree weather and it was great we got the steamed mussels which were cooked to perfection..."

Renee Curran Hunter

"I brought my crew here at the end of the evening after our cycling event. We were treated SO WELL. we had to have a private space for havdallah and..."

Jenny Green

"I went to Penny Black yesterday and learned that the former owner of John Steven has taken the corner back from previous owners. The restaurant was..."

Scott Teeple

"Food and drinks here have always been spectacular! As a fells point local I think penny black has the best food in fells! Highly recommend the crab..."

Heather Warrell

"AMAZING FOOD!!! The burger is mouth watering and even more so when you add the thick cut slab bacon! If you enjoy seafood then the scallop..."

Samantha Redles

"Penny Black is top notch! We had our company holiday party here and it was amazing! Melissa planned every last detail and we could not have been..."

Timothy Hartlove

"Loved the food, service and atmosphere. I could not have found a better tonic for the drive through DC. Made it all..."

Lydia Jensen

"Amazing food! Steak sandwich is the best I’ve ever had. Baked Brie is a must. Fantastic Irish..."

Jeff Haddock

"The chicken pot pie is worth the drive from North Carolina. Perfection!!! The Irish coffee is about average and the staff and owner are always..."

Terry Croom Oxendine

"Went to Penny Black last night for friends Birthday dinner! The food was spectacular, service first class! Family owned with a great BALTIMORE story!..."

Stephanie Bengel Kousouris

"We enjoyed dining at the bar. The food was excellent and the bartender was excellent! It was the best cream of crab soup I've ever..."

Priscilla Taylor Smith

"We love PB. Drinks are always good, Bloody Mary was outstanding every time we have been here, bartenders have also been great, and the food is..."

Jon David Smith

"5 stars all the way. The wings were recommended by Maureen the bartender. Awesome choice!!!! Thank you. The wings are smoke and have a fantastic..."

Mark Washburn

"BEST place to be In Fells Point ................Wonderful food and great history in this place just off the water .....It feels like a bar and the..."

Patrick Slouck

"The best place in Fells Point for a quiet pint of Guinness. Proper pour, pub atmosphere, and friendly service. Two separate bars and a wood grill..."

Bones DKMC

"Always great food. Crabcakes and smoked chicken wings are delicious. At the moment, they have a bourbon pecan bread pudding on the menu that is out..."

Christy Wilson

"TL;DR: Very good food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere. It's a yes. Came in solo on a Friday night, looking for a drink or two and something to eat...."

David C

"Great view, service and food. Kinda magical. The perfect place to sit outside - I'll be back. Update- just ate inside yesterday. Been over a year..."

Kate Tallent

"Well we love it here . The food is good , but please don’t forget the details , it makes a difference . Not everyone drinks liquor, please..."

Julie madison

"Interesting selection of cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere (a nice change of pace from most of Fell’s). Appetizers were tasty. Only downside was..."

Preston Edge

"Best chicken pot pie I've ever had. Such good flavor and presentation. Theirs is a more soupy consistency and the pastry is only over the top of the..."

Justin Boykin

"I ate here with my wife and daughter on a Wednesday night outside. John the server and Chef John were an amazing duo! We had Crab Cakes (best I have..."

Richard Davenport

"We like this very old bar- restaurant. My favorite is their Baked Bree as an appetizer with crackers and grapes. The soups are a bit spicy to my..."

Olga Sokolova

"My girlfriend and I loved the soups here on a cold, rainy day! I had the vegan black bean soup and it was fantastic! The bartender was excellent and..."

Doug Donaldson

"The best place if it’s kind in Fells Point! It has retained its old Fells charm and ambiance since the 70s! Delicious food and reasonably priced..."

Eugene Keselman

"This is the spot. Best burger in baltimore. Great old school Fells vibe. Pot pie finna make me act up. Drinks flowed like wine. Service 10/10. Tell..."

Conor Mackey

"Great little bar in Fells Point. The calamari and BLT were so delicious. I added a fried egg to my BLT is was to die for! The bartender and my server..."

Toccara Shine-Dees

"We sat at the bar and the bartender explained to us the history of the physical bar and how the building procured it after it sailed internationally..."

Jeff Weiss

"Quaint and apparently haunted local bar with an awesome bartender (Maxwell)! Maxwell has been when the bar over 5 years and has some very interesting..."

J Chang

"This is a hidden gem in Fells (especially if you’re looking for a traditional bar vs. the club atmosphere of other spots nearby). Whether it’s..."

Brandon Williams

"My sister was in town for the holiday weekend. I had boasted about the vibrancy of Fells Point before she 'trucked' it from Jersey so naturally, I..."

Minchington Israel

"Aside from this being a quaint bar that makes you feel like a regular, I would come here just for the music selection! I learned of two new..."

Ashley

"Been coming to this place since 1984 when it was jam packed with African art and known as John Stevens Limited. This is always a great place for..."

YoMags “Mags”

Shakers Fine Spirits & Wine Lounge

Wheelchair Accessible

Serves Alcohol

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

"We were visiting from Washington DC and when we asked a resident where we should grab dinner they suggested Shakers, behind the Dollar Store. When..."

M Maxwell

"I've tried to visit twice, and I'm super excited to try it. However, both times I tried to go (around 9:00PM on weeknights), the door was locked. ..."

T D

"Fun little place with a decent beer selection. Decent food, but really, really odd hours. Bit of a walk from Camden, but nice spot before a..."

Jay Cee

"Nice laid-back chill spot!!! Perfect for dinner parties or unwinding with a nice glass of white wine!!! Derrick great host, my..."

Sigmond Davis

"Had cream of crab and lobster bisque two of the best soups I have ever..."

Charlie Metz

"Great vibe/atmosphere. Give Pigtown's newest business a..."

Pelé

Nintendo Rules

"Omg, so today I had a 7am meeting so before that I decided to get a quick fix of coffee. As I walk in 3 crew members show me smiley faces, greet me..."

G DeCoteau

"Extremely friendly and knowledgeable baristas! I typically visit for my daily Espresso. The Batista today turned me onto my new favorite, Blonde..."

L. H.

"Store employees were very welcoming. The choice of items was broad. I noticed the restroom had a newly installed coded lock. That's a good policy...."

Rodney Morgan Brown

"Convenient distance from where I live. Very quick when it comes to fulfilling orders. Love that I can order..."

Grace Mburu

"Phil & Shuan were very kind, had great smiles, and were genuinely caring. I've never seen them frown. Acknowledgement of their great customer service..."

Joseph Payne

"Always quick with my orders, whether in person or via the app! Once a barista "messed up" my order; she apologized profusely, but my drink was great!..."

Caitlin H

"The place was clean and nice. The staff was great. The coffee was great. I was there a couple of times. It was very busy both times. One of the..."

Virgil Owen

"This Starbucks at 10 Light Street is one of my favorites. It's small but cozy. Usually a little busy, but they are efficient. The staff is extremely..."

Victor Kunst

"First time at this location. Very friendly staff. Accurate and prompt with my order. My friend wasn't sure if he would like his drink, they offered..."

Allison Centolella

"This Starbucks at 10 Light is one of my favorite locations being a couple of blocks away from the Inner Harbor and The Charm'tastic Mile. The Caramel..."

Charm'tastic Mile

Pub Dog

"While visiting a friend in Federal Hill, my fiance and I grabbed dinner at Pub Dog. When we walked in, they said we could seat ourselves either..."

Samantha Lee

"They're open until 1:30a in Fed Hill area, the pizza is good and inexpensive. Don't go looking for spectacular service though, it's a..."

Tee Tee

"Overall I recommend this place. The pizza was good. The pesto chicken is a must have and so is the pepperoni. The service was great and I must say..."

Afm Afm

"Great spot for a post work meal if you work 10 hour..."

Aaron Godland

"Best spot in town for good pizza and friendly..."

Lauren Gomez

"Nice atmosphere, great beer and awesome food. We had a seat right in front of their fireplace on the coldest night of the year. Very friendly..."

Tim Lewis

"NOTHING BETTER THAN BEER, PIZZA, AND DOGS! Great craft brews served in two 8oz glasses, fresh artisan pan pizzas, and extremely polite waitress and..."

Josh Miller

"The atmosphere is pretty cozy almost dive bar-y which I enjoy. They serve pub style food, the pizza is the best. The wing dog pizza is my favorite...."

Christine K

"Fantastic service, good food, and great prices. What sets this place apart from other bars is their friendly staff. Can't choose just one beer?..."

Emily Ly

"Pub Dogs brews their own beer! If you’re a craft beer enthusiast like me you’ll love this place! You can get 32oz or 64oz Growlers. Perfect on a..."

Kyle Bridenstine

Canela

"This is a great little neighborhood cafe! Mixed fusion Mediterranean and Euro foods, smoothies, great coffee (nitro Zeke's on TAP!) and family run...."

Bite of Baltimore Team

"Classic Baltimorian hospitality! Lovely spot to do work at, read a book, talk with a friend. Wifi a bit spotty but hasn't been a huge inconvenience...."

Inna Na

"Great place for breakfast. The food was delish, the staff was extremely friendly, and overall just a great..."

Stephanie Foster

"Good sandwiches, bagels and pastries. Decent drip coffee. Good espresso drinks. Smoothies, lemonade (very tart) and juices made in store. Also serve..."

Matthew Lesko

"Very nice and clean location, it's quiet and has free street parking. I would say it's like a better local starbucks! They have free infused water..."

Karol Nathaly

"The food at Canela is excellent. Primarily sandwiches on toasted bagels or ciabatta, meals here are best for breakfast or lunch. Especially good are..."

D Rose

"I love the atmosphere and all the tables for working or reading or meeting up with a friend. The food is excellent (especially the zaatar sandwich!)...."

Julia Toscano

"Always delicious food and coffee, and always friendly and helpful staff at this wonderful neighborhood cafe. The dax and mavias sandwiches are two of..."

Ashlynn Delhagen

"I live nearby, so I often get coffee and a pastry if I'm on the go. The breakfast bagels are great as well if you can wait 10-15 minutes for them to..."

Anna Bondy

"Derrick and the at Canela are great. Order from the counter and seat your self. Good is fresh made to order so have patience... It's worth the wait...."

Cristel Sias

"Canela is a wonderful coffee shop for grabbing a coffee and snack to go or to spend all day working. The owners are beyond friendly and service..."

Mitch

"Great cappuccino with a dusting of fine cocoa on top! This place has a pleasant atmosphere with modern furnishings and classy ambiance. I just wish..."

Adam Zoellner

"Wonderfully delicious avocado sandwich. This is the best. Moreover, the staff is extremely friendly. The locale is very calming, inviting, and..."

JR Altidor

"The REAL European cappuccino/espresso experience! Food is great and affordable. Staff are friendly and quick. Free wifi. Easy-listening music...."

Yesha Hayes

"Wonderful neighborhood spot for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and coffee. Food is fresh and made to order. Drip coffee and espresso drinks available...."

Chela C Woodruff

"I come to Canela whenever I'm in Baltimore since I work remotely. It's a great spot--the food is really yummy, the staff are SO nice they make you..."

Nova Getz

"One of Baltimore's hidden gems. Great selection of sandwiches and drinks. Owner is also very nice. Highly recommend this place for some coffee and..."

Joseph Bachir

"Best place ever. Food is delicious, they have coffee, beer, and smoothies. Super relaxed, not-too-hipstery environment. A+ what else can you ask..."

Nicolas D'Agosta

"Kfir is a wonderful owner and host. Super friendly vibe. Good coffee, great sandwiches. I'm quickly becoming a..."

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