Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated March 05, 2025

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18th & 21st

4.8

4.8 (1573)

$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 Named after the Constitutional Amendment that enacted Prohibition and then subsequent Amendment that repealed it, 18th & 21st promises to bring back a bygone era through an elevated, tailored evening experience.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.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Everything was amazing! Food, drinks, ambience, and service were great! We are looking forward to returning.

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Housemade Donut Bread Pudding

The Garden Rooftop

4.8

4.8 (168)

$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

Top review

Curtis

Dined 2 days ago

Great experience and attentive staff I would come back!

Loch Bar - Baltimore

4.7

4.7 (1461)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Harbor East

About the restaurant

Located in Four Seasons Hotel overlooking Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, Loch Bar is a classic seafood tavern. Centered around one of the region’s largest raw bars, Loch Bar features classic seafood dishes with a modern flair. Loch Bar's beverage menu includes local craft beers, hand-crafted cocktails & an extensive whiskey list with selections from around the world. Loch Bar's interior has an antique design with a nautical-influenced style which features live music every night.

The suggested dress is business casual. We kindly ask our guests to abide by these suggestions to create an enjoyable environment for all guests.

The following items are prohibited however:
• Gentlemen’s tank tops or sleeveless shirts
• No exposed undergarments
• Clothing with language or graphics that are vulgar or sexually explicit
• Footwear is required, however there is no restriction on the style
*Children accompanied by an adult are not subject to the Dress Policy*

Top review

ErricosVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Our weekly visit to Loch Bar was exactly what we were looking for after a hectic week. Nice lively crowd, very good food and drinks, and good service from Isabella. We will be back soon!

Fallston Barrel House

4.7

4.7 (562)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Fallston

About the restaurant

A new Local Favorite, we bring you craft spirits & provisions. Join us in our Bar or comfortable Dining Room for Lunch, Dinner, or any special occasion to enjoy our Chef's masterpiece menu, featuring local favorites & a modern twist on classic comfort food, paired with small batch craft distills & brews. Congratulations to our very own "Amanda Wiley"who won Best Server of the Year for 2022 at the Restaurant Association Gala.....................................

PLEASE MAKE A NOTE IF YOU ARE HERE TO SEE A BAND..................................................................
PLEASE CHECK WITH THE RESTAURANT TO SEE IF THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT & CALL THE RESTAURANT -
DO NOT MAKE RESERVATIONS ONLINE. THANK YOU

Top review

bruceVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Always a great time. Food and music were great……..

Agave Mexican Restaurant - Rehoboth Beach

4.6

4.6 (167)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Rehoboth Beach

About the restaurant

Traditional and modern mexican.
We serve the best authentic Mexican food in Lewes. And we've got the largest tequila and mezcal collection in Delaware.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing food and drinks! Always a go to when in town.

Monarque

4.5

4.5 (1246)

$50 and over

French

Harbor East

About the restaurant

Atlas Restaurant Group presents Monarque, a French brasserie located in Baltimore’s Harbor East. Monarque is inspired by the French era of prosperity when culture boomed and extravagance flourished. The cuisine is complemented by a beverage program with over 500 French wine labels and an extensive collection of Cognac and Armagnac.

Transporting guests to another time and place while being rooted in the present, Monarque hosts a rotation of acts every weekend, with Baltimore's best jazz musicians, cabaret vocalists, burlesque dancers, and more.

Monarque welcomes guests of all ages Tuesday and Wednesday. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, the experience is suited for guests 18 years of age and older, and only adults are permitted to dine.

When making your weekend reservations, note that parties of 1-5 guests will have two hours to enjoy our cuisine and entertainment, parties of 5-8 will dine for two hours and 30 minutes, and parties of 9 and more can enjoy seating for three hours.

Top review

Peggy

Dined 2 days ago

The ambiance, service, and entertainment make an evening at Monarque a delightful experience. The food was very good though portions were a little on the smaller side for the entree prices, and presentations involved a fair amount of sauce/gravy with the meat dishes. Some of the more flavorful items were the sides and appetizers such as the Alaskan King Crab and the Brussels sprouts (they were amazing). The craft cocktails were fantastic and the pistachio crème brûlée was a perfect finish (and easy to share). Overall, while a bit expensive, it was a wonderful evening. I would definitely return.

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Experience

The Monarque Entertainment Experience for Two

Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

4.4

4.4 (1709)

$30 and under

American

Annapolis

About the restaurant

For over 30 years, Rams Head has been an award-winning favorite serving creative tavern fare. Rams Head offers an outstanding happy hour, a legendary beer selection, and extraordinary live music 7 nights a week. Whether in one of the cozy dining rooms, the historic pub, or on the Wisteria-covered patio, you'll see why so many Annapolitans consider Rams Head their second home. .

We do not accept reservations for outdoor dining.

Have tickets to a show at Rams Head On Stage? If taking advantage of our FREE Premium On Stage Experience, please make note in the 'special request' section while making your reservation.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent experience from start to finish! Great service at dinner, then saw Lachy Doley on stage and everything was fabulous in the venue. Definitely our favorite place in Annapolis!!!!

Blk Swan

4.4

4.4 (2316)

$31 to $50

American

Harbor East

About the restaurant

A restaurant concept curated by our Award-winning Executive Chef, Saon Brice, Blk Swan offers a uniquely crafted, "New American" menu, which features exciting, tasty, and comfortable food options presented in a creative culinary approach.

**Parties 8+ please contact us at events@eatatblkswan.com or 443-326-2783 for more reservation information. Thank You!

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined today

Vibe was liteee and every one and the dj was a vibe also our waiter he did a really a good Job and also made sure we was constantly was ok. I give them a 10/10 .

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Experience

Chill Vibes Brunch w/ DJ Aktive

Experience

Patron Day Party with Dave Cousin and DJ Hi Def

The Goat

4.4

4.4 (46)

$30 and under

Mexican

Annapolis

About the restaurant

Latin inspired Tavern with daily specials and creative cocktail menu.

Top review

TerryVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Start with the nachos and finish with the espresso martini (made with Ancho Reyes chili liqueur), you’ll be asking for another! With so many corporate dining concept restaurants around, this cozy corner spot stands out as a breath of fresh air. While big-name establishments offer predictability and mass-produced ambiance, The Goat delivers genuine warmth, character, and a sense of community.

Jerk at Nite

3.5

3.5 (13)

$30 and under

Caribbean

West Baltimore

About the restaurant

Jerk at Nite, founded by Denville Myrie, Jr. in 2012, began as a solution to the lack of late-night food options at Howard University. After seeing his peers struggle with unhealthy fast food, Denville, raised in a Jamaican household, started delivering flavorful jerk chicken and other Jamaican dishes from his dorm. What began as a small campus venture evolved into a food truck business in 2015, and later, a brick-and-mortar restaurant. The menu features healthy fusion dishes, such as jerk chicken, oxtail, and jamming’ salmon, free of MSG and preservatives. Now with multiple locations, including in D.C. and Baltimore, Jerk at Nite continues to grow and serves the community with a focus on quality and flavor.

Top review

JadeVIP

Dined on Feb 23, 2025

Amber was an amazing server and the food was delicious!

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