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1028 S Conkling St (at O'Donnell St.), Baltimore, MD
Gastropub · Canton · 58 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: "The burgers are thick, juicy, well-seasoned and marvelous." They're served on buttery homemade croissants. Duck tongues are worth a try. Read more: http://bsun.md/OeEtLc
13 W Centre St (btw Cathedral & Charles), Baltimore, MD
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Baltimore · 4 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: Everything is freshly prepared. Try the chicken and shrimp stir-fry. The cheese steaks are among the best in Baltimore and worth seeking out. Read more: http://bsun.md/N5tDsV
1032 Light St (btw E Hamburg St & Cross St), Baltimore, MD
Mexican Restaurant · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 78 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: Try the fajitas with carne asada. For starters, the chile-rubbed scallops are pan-seared with finesse. Read more: http://bsun.md/LUGc8V
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Bagels have a good hard crust and a fairly chewy interior. They use a “proprietary water technology” to create the beloved flavor. Read more: http://bsun.md/MmoBv7
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "There is a perfect fried chicken supper" with "marvelously crispy" skin. Fried green tomatoes and chicken pot pie fritters are "note-perfect." Read more: http://bsun.md/U6rQol
Afghan Restaurant · Long Reach · 19 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The aushak and mantu are among the region's best appetizers. Don't pass up the chicken or assertively-spiced chapli kebabs. Read more: http://bsun.md/U6sMZZ
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: A sophisticated filet tip sandwich "hit all the right savory and sweet spots." Also try the rockfish entree. Read more: http://bsun.md/U6tbf4
Indian Restaurant · Inner Harbor · 4 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: The Krazi Naan Wrap is the thing to get. Chunks of spicy chicken tikka are "heartily but not uncomfortably spicy." Read more: http://bsun.md/TGNTX3
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: Try the Greek menu items. Spanakopita is "extremely light, almost fluffy, with phyllo that a fork cut through easily." Read more: http://bsun.md/TGP0G3
Spanish Restaurant · Downtown Baltimore · 27 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The Filete de Lenguado Alcazar is "intensely subtle." Marinated shrimp and black bean soup are both impressive. Read more: http://bsun.md/MCPcTT
2933 Odonnell St (btwn Potomac and Linwood), Baltimore, MD
Sushi Restaurant · Canton · 30 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The soft-shell crab roll is visually and texturally exciting. Shiso ramen merits ordering for the broth alone. Read more: http://bsun.md/TGSMPT
1835 Frederick Rd (N Rolling Rd.), Catonsville, MD
Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: Beef au poivre offers "robust, seared-in taste." Go with the peach fruit crisp for dessert. Read more: http://bsun.md/RiVTfA
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The New "Mayswich" sandwich is hearty and satisfying. The corned beef poppers make a great appetizer. Read more: http://bsun.md/SbHFIT
American Restaurant · Hampden · 96 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "Plump and juicy fried oysters" and "seared salt-and-pepper tuna" are well executed. For entrees, try the steak frites or wild salmon. Read more: http://bsun.md/SbLPjV
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The Moby Pickle is "crunchy, juicy, salty and acidic" all at the same time. The ropa vieja is a tasty rendition of a tropical favorite. Read more: http://bsun.md/SbShrm
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The stuffed and bacon-wrapped shrimp are a great addition to Aculpulco fajitas. Margaritas are tasty. Read more: http://bsun.md/NKoAMe
200 International Dr (at Four Seasons Hotel), Baltimore, MD
Japanese Restaurant · Southeastern Baltimore · 20 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The "Happy Spoon" and kampachi are delightful small plates. Some of the best bites come from the charcoal grill. Read more: http://bsun.md/Mp5Ipm
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Braised pork belly, served with mostarda, is "the stuff of foodie dreams." Save room for the coffee creme brulee. Read more: http://bsun.md/Sc5TD1
1716 Eastern Ave (at S Register St), Baltimore, MD
Taco Restaurant · Fells Point · 36 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Tortillas are the main business, so go with the tacos or quesadillas. Ask for salsa rojo or salsa verde. Read more: http://bsun.md/Kwb1DI
American Restaurant · Canton · 48 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The rabbit pie is "an all-season winner." Sauteed rainbow chard is as rich as the hanger steak it accompanies. Read more: http://bsun.md/KrvHN5
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Rockfish tacos and crab dip are tasty takes on familiar dishes. The Berger cookie ice cream sandwiches are delightful. Read more: http://bsun.md/LyjlSy
Bar · SBIC - West Federal Hill · 39 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The mussels are a big hit. Lobster mac and cheese, chicken and waffles, and slow-braised lamb shanks are carefully prepared. Read more: http://bsun.md/MwUue7
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The eight-ounce filet "was neatly trimmed, tender [and] well-seasoned." Fresh green beans made a great partner to the 14-ounce ribeye. http://bsun.md/ScfERF.
9180 Baltimore National Pike (Chatham Mall Shopping Center), Ellicott City, MD
Chinese Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Sauteed Flounder filet is "a succulent triumph of subtle execution." Pork Chop with Salt and Pepper and Beef in French Style are gratifying. Read more: http://bsun.md/ScjeuM
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Hot and sour soup is well-balanced. Sha cha chicken and Hunan pork are both worth a try. Read more: http://bsun.md/RIZDYr
402 Key Hwy (in the Inner Harbor Marina), Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Inner Harbor · 104 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Parmesan-breaded calamari comes off well. Char-grilled, bacon-wrapped trout and the bouillabaisse are among the menu's high points. Read more: http://bsun.md/Ljy03K
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Yuca con chicharron and the pupusa revuelta are strong appetizers. Carne asada is tender and "full of intense garlicky flavor." Read more: http://bsun.md/RJ6aSK
American Restaurant · Downtown Baltimore · 11 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The dry-aged coulotte "has been confidently seasoned and precisely grilled." The Roosevelt Burger "was pretty tasty, and juicy as heck." Read more: http://bsun.md/KuM3jW
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Chicken saag had "just enough spicy heat." Fried chicken was "pleasantly juicy" with flavor that "hinted at the exotic." Read more: http://bsun.md/Kk960z
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The steam pots are the best things on the menu, especially the Maryland pot. Puffy crab-corn fritters and fried oysters are well-turned-out starters. Read more: http://bsun.md/KjSXfF
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Plate-sized dosai have a "tongue-tingling buttery crispiness." Avial is delicious and "voluptuous." On the Mirchi Wok menu, try the Gunpowder Roast. Read more: http://bsun.md/J3ScTc
823 E Fort Ave (btwn Boyle St. & Lawrence St.), Baltimore, MD
Pub · Riverside · 28 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Old Bay pasta tasted "springy and freshly cooked." The Dill Dip burger is tasty and intriguing. Read more: http://bsun.md/QfzSNN
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The vegetables inside the vegedilla "stayed crispy," and the cheese melted evenly. Read more: http://bsun.md/V7PKlW
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The Pugliese pizza "a nice balance of sweet and salty." Try the roasted scallops or Nana's meatballs. Read more: http://bsun.md/Ut4a0v
Sushi Restaurant · Dorsey Search · 13 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The Columbia Roll is sweet, spicy, crunchy and sophisticated. Not into sushi? Try the chicken teriyaki. Read more: http://bsun.md/PnVIMg
Mexican Restaurant · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 17 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Chips, "dusted with warm Mexican spices," were terrific. Pair the chicken tacos with the margarita verde. Read more: http://bsun.md/QHKYew
1000 Lancaster St (At S Central Ave), Baltimore, MD
Greek Restaurant · Southeastern Baltimore · 52 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "Whole fish are the star attractions." Try the langoustines or jumbo prawn appetizers. Not into seafood? Go for the lamb shank. Read more: http://bsun.md/QKYqOS
Southern Food Restaurant · SBIC - West Federal Hill · 9 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The Cape Fear scallops starter is "one of the best seafood-based appetizers in town." Try the shrimp and grits entree or buttermilk-fried chicken. Read more: http://bsun.md/SYrzHb
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The escargot and the Brittany fish soup make great starters. The duck confit was "perfectly handled" and delighftful. Read more: http://bsun.md/RLmdvo
Italian Restaurant · Hampden · 63 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: There's more than just great pizza (try the one with duck confit) here. The calamari starter is a must, and try the salad of arugula and shaved fennel. Read more: http://bsun.md/WOrkBa
American Restaurant · Southeastern Baltimore · 26 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: Try the chicken liver parfait or marinated fluke to start. As an entree, braised beef ribs are "not-to-be-missed." Read more: http://bsun.md/TWvlx4
Thai Restaurant · Mount Vernon · 10 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The specialty is the mild, medium and hot curry sauces stir fried with vegetables, especially the phrik pao. Read more: http://bsun.md/St2AJf
Southern Food Restaurant · Canton · 18 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The fried pickles are juicy and flavorful. Chicken and waffles "would make any Maryland grandma proud." Read more: http://bsun.md/VT1DdW
Greek Restaurant · Southeastern Baltimore · 30 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The rotisserie has good things in store, like the kontosouvli and the exohiko. If seafood's your thing, try the red snapper. Read more: http://bsun.md/13IzyMb
1444 Light St (btwn Fort Ave & Birkhead St), Baltimore, MD
American Restaurant · SBIC - West Federal Hill · 8 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: Read more: "The Stuffies, a stuffed clam preparation, are a must." Carnivres should try the Amish chicken or the Roseda Farm beef. http://bsun.md/13IBZhI
Gastropub · SBIC - West Federal Hill · 45 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Start with the roasted baby pumpkin, baked oysters and smoked catfish mousse. For entrees, try the lamb ragu or cold-smoked fried chicken. Read more: http://bsun.md/TOmgrS
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: Start with the seared scallops appetizer. For an entree, braised short ribs were "were tender and moist" with "sweet fruit flavor." Read more: http://bsun.md/VSFQDT
1117 S Charles St (btwn West & Cross), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Federal Hill - Montgomery · 34 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: Start with the appetizer of Natty Boh-steamed mussels, full of kick, thanks to small rounds of spicy andouille sausage. Read more: http://bsun.md/14QB7bn
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: Dinner at the Rockfish has its great moments, some of them from seafood, but there's also a splendid chicken dish you should try. Read more: http://bsun.md/XHbMg4
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "Chilean sea bass, baked in parchment, is a hunk of buttery heaven. Twin lamb chops, double-cut, are meaty, juicy and perfectly cooked." Read more: http://bsun.md/11nSRw1
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Start with an appetizer of saganaki, fried Kasseri cheese swimming in lemony olive oil. For entrees, try the baby rack of lamb chops. Read more: http://bsun.md/XyO9Eo
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "A flatbread ($10.99), half topped by spicy crab and half by grilled vegetables, was satisfying and drama-free." Read more: http://bsun.md/YaBhpP
301 Light St (Light Street Pavilion @ Harborplace), Baltimore, MD
Seafood Restaurant · Inner Harbor · 34 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: If you want something tasty and filling, try the JP combo, a likable combination of ribs and a meaty crab cake. Read more: http://bsun.md/VSNy0G
2542 Island View Rd (Barrison Pt & Back River), Essex, MD
American Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: The swirled crab soup is "brilliant: a spicy, creamy, crabby stew that is eminently satisfying." Read more: http://bsun.md/SBwSgU
1 E Chase St (13th floor of the Belvedere), Baltimore, MD
Cocktail Bar · Mid-Town Belvedere · 32 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "Deep-fried oysters, served with strawberry pepper jelly, were plump and juicy. A duck confit with duck-fat fries and plum port jam was good and fatty." http://bsun.md/VacEfA
Lebanese Restaurant · Southeastern Baltimore · 72 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "Absolutely get the hommos trio." Try the mouzat, "a beautifully handled braised lamb shank" with a "full, rich and richly herbed tomato sauce." http://bsun.md/168GTXE
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Orange roughy Rockefeller balances the fish's mild flavor with an intensely rich topping. Chicken imperial tastes like special-occasion food. http://bsun.md/XYZeS8
323 S. Central Avenue (Central Ave. and Bank St.), Baltimore, MD
Thai Restaurant · Southeastern Baltimore · 23 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Start with the flash-fried chicken livers and marinated beef tongue. For entrees, try the pad pao tang or the crispy duck ko pow. Read more: http://bsun.md/15l99Ws
Seafood Restaurant · Inner Harbor · 7 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "The tomato soup is a big winner." The Caesar salad is "outstanding." For entrees, try the New York strip steak, and ask about the cheeses. Read more: http://bsun.md/16poLJ3
Mexican Restaurant · Fells Point · 23 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Try the Korean barbecue-inspired quesadilla. Slow-roasted pork tacos tasted "impressively tender and full of rich spice." Read more: http://bsun.md/169GnZq
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The "buttery, beautifully browned version" of trout amandine "might make you a little giddy." Meat-eaters should try the steak au poivre. Read more: http://bsun.md/14vWku5
1500 Union Ave (at Buena Vista Ave), Baltimore, MD
Coffee Shop · Hampden · 84 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "Artifact Coffee — where the coffee, by the way, is superb — is my new best dinnertime friend." Read more: http://bsun.md/107miPL
Cuban Restaurant · Eastern Baltimore · 4 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "Among the entrees, the best was the clams chorizo de Espana .... Its strong clam flavor was welcome." Read more: http://bsun.md/10TriXs
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "Shin Chon has barbecuing down to a science. ... The essential cuts are beef brisket and pork belly." Read more: http://bsun.md/Xy42fq
5335 Wisconsin Ave NW (in Chevy Chase Pavillion), Washington, D.C.
New American Restaurant · Friendship Heights · 85 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: "If the kimchi linguine is around, pounce on it. Order it twice." For your main meat, try the hanging beef tender or a cunning lamb trio. Read more: http://bsun.md/14bAlFe
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: With the paquet sampler, let the kitchen choose the fillings for your items. Don't skip dessert: Both flan and tres leches cake are excellent. Read more: http://bsun.md/10pSDid
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: For entrees, try the zarzuela or the Thai swordfish steak, which is a "mellow delight." Ordering dessert? Get the mixed-berry shortcake. Read more: http://bsun.md/194g0p8
Pizzeria · Downtown Baltimore · 47 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Pizza here has "seasoning in the crust, quality cheese and a little kick to the tomato sauce." Read more: http://bsun.md/Q8Qx39
101 W Monument St (Peabody Court Hotel), Baltimore, MD
New American Restaurant · Mount Vernon · 16 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: "There is apparently someone in the kitchen with a knack for barbecue," so try Earls BBQ Chicken. As a starter, the mussels Ortega is a winner. Read more: http://bsun.md/105lkX2
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: "Italy-influenced dishes shine," especially the Mini Pieta and the Giordano. The shrimp-salad sandwich was well-seasoned and nicely cooked. Read more: http://bsun.md/12uL5gu
The Baltimore Sun: In our review: Rare ahi tuna is a highlight. "White chocolate banana cream pie was sweet and airy." Read more: http://bsun.md/12Wfdlr
1647 Thames St (Thames Street @ S. Broadway), Baltimore, MD
Bar · Fells Point · 32 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The braised pork sandwich had tender meat, and "simmer" sauce made the sandwich. The lemon bar was a great way to end the meal. Read more: http://bsun.md/194LFqE
New American Restaurant · Downtown Baltimore · 72 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: As an appetizer, "get the burrata" or the bison. For your main dish, try the sauteed snapper or thyme-basted scallops. Read more: http://bsun.md/19cIdu7
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: The beef on Weck is "as good as bar food gets." Hungrier and willing to share? Order the golden-crusted pork schnitzel. Read more: http://bsun.md/18IgrIO
Pizzeria · SBIC - West Federal Hill · 45 tips and reviews
The Baltimore Sun: From our review: Start with the get the baccala montecato if it's on the menu. The fumo e fuoco pizza is worth the drive to Riverside on its own. Read more: http://bsun.md/IxpMYk