Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Tersiguel's French Country Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2294)

$50 and over

French

Ellicott City

About the restaurant

**Our menu currently features a six course Chef's menu only.**

Our six course Chef's menu at Tersiguel's is a combination of authentic French-style cooking and rustic country fare reminiscent of cuisine found in Tersiguel's original home of Brittany, France. Tersiguel's cuisine is reflective of the seasons, with a garden that produces lettuces, herbs, vegetables, fruits and edible flowers. Tersiguel's is quintessential French Country "from the farm to your plate" cooking. Chef Tersiguel describes his food as "French soul food". The Tersiguel family has operated one of the regions best restaurants for over 45 years and continues this tradition with annual ratings of "Best French Restaurant" from the Zagat and Baltimore Magazine.

Top review

Susan

Dined 3 days ago

The tasting dinner was delicious! Each of the 6 courses was prepared and described with perfection’ The wait staff is extremely knowledgeable and attentive.

Fox's Den

4.8

4.8 (300)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Annapolis

About the restaurant

An american craft Gastropub concentrating on local and small batch beers, whiskey, spirits and hand crafted cocktails along with a brick oven menu with Wood Fired Pizza, shareable items, and small plates.

*Please note for online wait listed reservations do have a 5-10 min time frame to arrive for your reservation to be sat*

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Carolyn

Dined 3 days ago

Food and drinks were amazing. Can't believe I've lived in annapolis for 2 years and I'm just now trying foxs den. Definitely will be coming back.

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Popular dish

Duck Fat Fries

Citron

4.8

4.8 (2192)

$50 and over

American

Towson

About the restaurant

Casually elegant, romantic American Waterfront Dining in Baltimore County with lovely outside dining on the lake. Repeat winner BEST of BALTIMORE, OpenTable Diners' Choice, Wine Spectator Awards. Owned and operated by Susan and Charles Levine. Enjoy a seasonal menu of highest-grade center-cut steaks, chops and seafood with expert preparation led by Executive Chef Hersh and exquisite sushi by Chef Alan from Hong Kong; plus handcrafted cocktails, and many of the world's best wines and spirits. Everything made in-house. Al fresco dining in peaceful nature or indoors in elegant ambiance. Parties of 7+ or private events please contact us 410-363-0900 reservations@citronbaltimore.com

Exquisite venue for food lovers, with fireplace; subtle TVs in upscale bar. Our 8 private dining rooms and private event venue, The Cove, feature Hi-tech AV, inside/outside Lakefront spaces for large social and corporate events. Heated outdoor terraces year round equal nature lover's paradise. Free parking.

Top review

Lisa

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

My husband got the crab cake and we are picky Md crab cake eaters, he said it was perfect. I had the best chicken I’ve ever eaten. The owner checks on every table personally and doesn’t just shake your hand but lends a helping hand to the waiters. It is very pricey but worth every penny. At the end of the meal instead of bringing mints they serve gourmet desserts with the bill. So Great!

Cafe Gia Ristorante

4.7

4.7 (747)

$30 and under

Italian

Little Italy

About the restaurant

It was the desire to share our Sicilian heritage and Sicilian cuisine that prompted the family to buy an older neighborhood diner and create a new, warm, comfortable family ristoranté in Little Italy, “Café Gia Ristoranté.” We have strived very hard to recreate a Sicilian bistro, a place where one feels like they are in Sicily while dining. Buon appetito!

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Donna

Dined on Sep 27, 2024

We love Cafe Gia’s. My 10 year-old said this was the best pasta and meatballs he ever tasted :-) Our food was delicious! We always feel welcomed and at home.

The Smokehouse Restaurant at Antrim 1844

4.7

4.7 (675)

$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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Shawnvip

Dined 2 days ago

This place never fails to deliver a high quality, great value gourmet dining in an amazing setting.

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Experience

Thanksgiving Feast

The Melting Pot - Towson

4.6

4.6 (1885)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Towson

About the restaurant

The Melting Pot in Towson offers an extraordinary dining experience that you won't find at any other restaurant. Here, you'll discover all the ingredients to a perfect evening, including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and fabulous four-course dinners. No matter what the occasion, from a romantic date to get-togethers with friends, meetings or large groups, The Melting Pot always hits the spot. We believe in celebrating the everyday, so you don’t need a special reason to come out for our delicious menu offerings.

Your experience begins with rich cheese fondues prepared table-side. Your taste buds will be delighted by a fresh salad course. The third course is diverse selections of entrées choice ranging from steak, seafood, gluten free and vegetarian options! The finale fourth course is Chocolate Fondue served with decadent dippers.

We are sure the time and rich conversations around our steamy fondue pots will bring you closer to family and friends.

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Ilanitvip

Dined 2 days ago

As always, we were not disappointed! Our food and service was impeccable! I have allergies and they were so careful that they pointed out something that I had missed. We had some amazing conversations with the people that worked there and the owner. It proved yet again why it is my favorite restaurant!

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Experience

Celebration Squishie Fondue Pot Stuffed Toy $25

LIBERATORE'S Ristorante & Catering - Bel Air

4.6

4.6 (739)

$30 and under

Italian

Bel Air

About the restaurant

If our elaborate two-story design, casual atmosphere, and great service don't tempt you to visit us, our delicious menu will. From traditional homemade lasagna, to our savory lobster tetrazzini, or premium veal saltimbocca, everyone will find a favorite here. Enjoy a great meal while you watch scenes form the Italian Country Side on our Humongous projector screen, largest movie screen of any local restaurant. Or perhaps you prefer to dine in one of our private rooms, perfect for presentation, birthdays, rehearsal diners, anniversaries, etc.

Also, Liberatore's Lounge is a classy place to catch live local music, unwind with a drink (FYI: Best Martini Bar), or catch your favorite game on one of our 7 large screen TVs. While lounging, enjoy our Lite fare Menu or any items from our full menu, but make sure you do not miss our Happy Hour Promotions M-F 4-7 pm.

Whether with family or friends, come and treat yourself to an evening full of flavor and style.

Top review

Shane

Dined today

Amazing experience! Our server was great, always checking in on us and extremely fast service, and the food was delicious! Easy 5 star experience we will definitely be returning.

Liberatore's Ristorante & Catering - Perry Hall

4.6

4.6 (522)

$30 and under

Italian

Perry Hall

About the restaurant

Just a mile and a half from the Avenue in White Marsh you'll find LIBERATORE's of Perry Hall and your host Cosimo Savino. Even if it's beyond your backyard, this member of our family of fine restaurants (established in 2006) is well worth the trip. Vivid colors, an open kitchen, and delicious, homestyle aromas immediately tell you: You've come the right place. In our vibrant and welcoming decor, semi-casual attire is most often the norm, yet it's an ideal setting to celebrate special occasions. In fact, Perry Hall features a spacious private party room for 80 that can be easily divided into two intimate rooms of 30. We have also, on numerous occasions, offered the entire restaurant to host gatherings of 200. The Perry Hall lounge features 6 large plasmas and a hip, cool scene — the perfect place for a Cosmopolitan. The lounge is totally separate from our dining room, offering a great start to the night or a relaxing place to bring the evening to a close.

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Markvip

Dined 2 days ago

Food was excellent. Our server, Andrew, was exceptional.

Ambassador Dining Room

4.5

4.5 (218)

$31 to $50

Indian

Tuscany-Canterbury

About the restaurant

Discover fine Indian fare at the Ambassador Dining Room. This upscale eatery, located in a stylish Roland Park apartment tower, features a beautiful outdoor patio, overlooking a verdant urban oasis. Ambassador Dining Room is a Baltimore favorite, beloved for its luxurious ambiance and white-glove service. The menu features a wealth of northern and southern Indian dishes, with a popular daily lunch buffet and a special Sunday brunch, featuring special combination plates and mimosas made with fresh-squeezed orange juice. The menu includes classic fare, from freshly-made samosas, chicken and fish Tikka Masala to vegetarian staples like Channa Masala and Palak Paneer. Food at Ambassador Dining Room is incredibly fresh and flavorful, paired with homemade breads and basmati rice for the ultimate authentic taste. The restaurant has a full bar, offering classic cocktails, spirits and imported and domestic beers and wines.

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diane

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

Beautiful ambiance , food great as well as service. I think naan should be included though. Even a small basket.

Vintage Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (230)

$30 and under

American

Frederick

About the restaurant

Vintage is open under new management!

Vintage features elevated comfort food with delicately hand-crafted cocktails in a warm and historic atmosphere.

Find us on historic Main Street in a town and building with history. Our building, established in 1780, features beautiful decor with a vintage feel. From a special date night, to a baby shower, to a Sunday dinner with the kids, Vintage is great for any occasion!

Happy hour and daily specials throughout the week. Great Sunday brunch. Variety of lunch and dinner items.

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Natashavip

Dined 3 days ago

The food is consistently good. Great place to have girls night, date night and celebrations. Thursday is live music night which was nice.

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