Diners' Choice: Best Ambience restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Order of the Ace

4.8

4.8 (23)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Harbor East

About the restaurant

In the Order of the Ace, certain truths are revealed. Like the power of your person being equal to the place you find yourself present. And the quality of a cocktail being bettered by the craft of its creator. Slip into a space of music and mystique. A mood of intimacy and intrigue. A night where essential truths are served straight up. Or however else you would like.

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Priya

Dined on Jul 11, 2025

Great vibes, live music and pricey but unique cocktails!

InGrano Restaurant and Events

4.9

4.9 (20)

$31 to $50

Global, International

Annapolis

About the restaurant

InGrano’s extension into the realm of fine dining is not just about crafting delectable dishes; it's a celebration of our expanding West Annapolis community. We recognize that the essence of exceptional dining experiences extends beyond the plate — weaving together the threads of shared moments, newly discovered flavors, and communal bonds.

The menu reflects several countries inspired by Chef Adam Pusateri’s travels and experiences in diverse kitchens. From Italian to Japanese and French influences, each dish reflects the essence of its cultural origin and offers a modern interpretation.

Our vision is to encourage the community to venture beyond their culinary comfort zones, enticing them to savor the unexpected.

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Jeff

Dined 6 days ago

Great service, food, atmosphere, and ambience. The menu selections are fantastic and the staff is knowledgeable and experienced to help you navigate the menu based on what you tell them.

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Experience

Gastronome

Experience

Five - Course Chefs Tasting Menu

The Libation Room

4.7

4.7 (491)

$50 and over

Speakeasy

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

PLEASE NOTE: We are a 21+ establishment. Thank you for your understanding.

The Libation Room is a speakeasy-style ultra lounge in the back room of the famous Summer House in Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. The Libation Room offers full Summer House menus plus a secret craft cocktail & tapas menu. Walk-ins are welcomed after 9:30pm.

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Diane

Dined 5 days ago

I have been to the Libation Room twice and both times were incredible experiences. The food was delicious and the cocktails were exceptional. The staff was attentive without being on top of you and made great suggestions. I plan to return soon and would definitely recommend this place to anyone who would like to enjoy great ambience.

The Smokehouse Restaurant at Antrim 1844

4.9

4.9 (742)

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

Taneytown

About the restaurant

For over 25 years, Antrim 1844's Smokehouse Restaurant has maintained its legacy as a culinary destination with exquisite ingredient-driven cuisine. Enhanced by the skillful techniques of our executive chef, the menu highlights the finest and freshest ingredients through a sophisticated interpretation of contemporary American cuisine to the delight of novice epicureans and gourmands alike.

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Raquel

Dined 5 days ago

Besides a few flys that wouldn’t go away, we had an amazing time. Service and Food were excellent.

18th & 21st

4.8

4.8 (1632)

$31 to $50

Speakeasy

Columbia

About the restaurant

18th & 21st brings something fresh and classic to Columbia, Maryland. Named after the Constitutional Amendment that enacted Prohibition and then subsequent Amendment that repealed it, 18th & 21st promises to bring back a bygone era through an elevated, tailored evening experience. Our food and cocktails reflect the feel of prohibition supper clubs. This not to say we're stuck in the past, but rather that we try and emulate the style of that era. That means beautiful presentation, careful crafting, and perfect pairings to keep your night on beat. Combined with live music, this creates an unparalleled experience for the discerning and adventurous looking for a sophisticated evening. Due to the nature of the experience at 18th & 21st we request that all diners be over the age of eighteen.

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Shackeem

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing food, great ambience, live jazz music. Overall a great experience, definitely going back.

Magdalena

4.7

4.7 (1258)

$31 to $50

Bistro

Mt. Vernon

About the restaurant

Magdalena is the celebrated restaurant of The Ivy Hotel, a Relais & Châteaux property in Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood.

Magdalena, a Maryland Bistro, features refined, “from-scratch” bistro fare driven by the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay region. The seasonally evolving menu celebrates the finest local ingredients, sustainable values, and culinary craftsmanship, resulting in dishes brimming with character.

Executive Chef Ülfet Ralph has over a decade of experience in Relais & Châteaux properties. With this expertise, Chef Ralph will continue Magdalena’s mission of exploring innovative and artful interpretations of Maryland cuisine with a purposeful balance of bistro meets elegance. Ingredients are sourced close to home, and relationships with local farmers and purveyors are at the heart of the culinary philosophy. A cheeky cocktail program, Wine Spectator-awarded wine list, and revered whiskey collection complete a delightfully unmatched dining experience.

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Doug

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic dinner for our anniversary! Randall was outstanding! And the cost was so low, we thought something was missing from the bill. Will definitely be back... with friends!

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Experience

Sunday Afternoon Tea at Magdalena

The Garden Rooftop

4.7

4.7 (208)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Garden Rooftop, a hidden gem in the heart of the Bromo Arts District in Downtown Baltimore! Step into an unforgettable experience where elegance and excitement blend seamlessly. Begin your evening with a refined dinner on the first floor, enjoying exquisite cuisine and handcrafted cocktails. Afterward, head to the second floor to unwind in our Hookah and Cigar Lounge (please note, reservations are not available for the lounge).

DRESS CODE
“Upscale Chic”

NOT ALLOWED:
Offensive, vulgar, or Inappropriate attire
Athletic attire (sweat pants, sweat suits)
Tank tops (men)
Slides & flip flops
Ugg boots and Ugg Slippers
Timberlands
Exposed undergarments
Full face mask
Skull caps
Backpacks

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Jessica

Dined 1 day ago

We had a fantastic time. Ambiance, service and fuss were amazing!! We will return!

Rec Pier Chop House

4.4

4.4 (1134)

$31 to $50

Italian

Fells Point

About the restaurant

At Rec Pier Chop House, Chef Andrew Carmellini brings his soulful, urban Italian cooking to an American landmark by specializing in prime steaks and chops. The menu features locally-sourced ingredients, sustainable seafood, farm-raised organic poultry, and some of the country’s best beef from James River, Virginia and Donnely Ranch, Nebraska along with the irresistible pastas that Carmellini is best known for. This Italian chophouse combines the flavor and feeling of a countryside rosticceria with a modern-day steakhouse experience in Baltimore’s Fell’s Point.

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RichardVIP

Dined on Jul 7, 2025

Our server Jazmine was terrific. The atmosphere was very nice.

Bas Rouge

4.9

4.9 (1072)

$50 and over

Contemporary European

Easton

About the restaurant

For party sizes of 6 guests or more, please call the restaurant at (410) 822-1637.
Bas Rouge is a modern European restaurant offering an impeccable integration of fine dining, a world class wine list, and elegant service. The high style and gorgeous interior offer inspiration in one of the Eastern Seaboard's cultural and historic gems, Easton, Talbot County, Maryland. The dining experience is refined, and the dishes are characterized by their polished adaptation of traditional Viennese and European classics, with ingredients from the finest local purveyors and farms.

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BHast

Dined 2 days ago

Having wanted to visit Bas Rouge for a while we finally got the opportunity and it did not disappoint. We did the Tasting Menu with wine pairing and every course was phenomenal, my wife and I we're completely satisfied and cannot say enough good things about the staff, the ambiance and of course the food. It was a birthday dinner for my wife, the staff acknowledged it right away and were wonderful throughout our entire visit. Highly recommend, and while it might be considered pricey, it was well worth it and we look forward to a future visit.

Harold Black - Annapolis

4.9

4.9 (76)

$30 and under

Italian

Annapolis

About the restaurant

Given that Harlod Black is a cocktail bar, the age requirement for entering is 21.

Harold Black is a warm, intimate bar that is quiet enough to hear your conversation yet lively enough to keep you talking. A list of house cocktails gives you a range of options; additionally, the bartenders are ready to work their magic if you have something else in mind. Harold Black serves the same menu as Acqua with a couple of pub-style additions. Please be aware of a few house rules: 1. We look forward to having you join us and are happy to hold your table for up to fifteen minutes. 2. Your booking reserves your seats for 2 hours. 3. Due to our small size we cannot guarantee booth seating. 4. Our maximum party size is six people, no exceptions, and unfortunately we cannot book multiple tables for one group. To buy out Harold Black for a private event or book our private dining room, please email events@haroldblack.com.

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Heather

Dined on Jul 12, 2025

Best cocktails I have had in Annapolis - my amaretto sour was top tier !!

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