Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Baltimore / Maryland? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bas Rouge

4.9

4.9 (898)

$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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Russvip

Dined 4 days ago

The food quality, distinctive tastes and sewrvice make for a wonderful dining experience. This is the only restaurant on the Eastern Shore of MD that has NYC quality in all respects. The timing of each course is effortless and perfect and that makes for a perfect date night and special occasion. We love all of the Prager restaurants and relish how each one is distinct yet all share the same high level of quality where the food an experience reflect passion by all who are involved. The Chef is a James Beard winner and his recognition is warranted What I like is that he has always been great but he keeps getting better with a focus on exceeding expectations. When you come, prepare to be wowed. You will not be disappointed.

Water for Chocolate

4.9

4.9 (299)

$30 and under

American

Upper Fells Point

About the restaurant

Water for Chocolate provides an intimate and savory experience with a nod to personal space and service.
Chef Sean Guy and his team prepares creative dishes using seasonal ingredients with the best of intentions.
The result is a fresh, eclectic take on comfort food that elevates the familiar to wow!!
Pairings with "holistic cocktails" such as the house brewed ginger beer and a selected wine portfolio allows for guests to create real dining memories.

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foodie12

Dined on Aug 28, 2024

This was an incredible date night the Ambiance Food Service everything was spectacular and excellent

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Experience

dinner prix fixe (four course)

Arturo's Trattoria

4.9

4.9 (1676)

$31 to $50

Italian

Glen Burnie

About the restaurant

Fine dining Italian restaurant specializing in fresh-daily seafood, homemade pasta, prime cuts of meat, and local produce. Voted Best Italian Cuisine in Baltimore Magazine Reader's Poll February 2021.

ARTURO'S TRATTORIA OFFERS BOTH IN-HOUSE DINING AND TAKEOUT DINNER SERVICE FROM MONDAY TO SATURDAY EVENING. TAKEOUT DINNER SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 410-761-1500 OR SENDING AN EMAIL TO INFO@ARTUROSTRATTORIA.COM

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Richard

Dined 7 days ago

I had the Tuscany ribeye which was delicious and large, 20 oz. My wife had the porkchop which she enjoyed very much. Our drinks were great as well. From the moment we walked in the door, we were treated top notch by the staff. I recommend this great restaurant to all! My only regret is that having lived less than a mile from the restaurant for over 30 years, we had never been. We'll be back.

Osteria 177

4.9

4.9 (3377)

$31 to $50

Italian

Annapolis

About the restaurant

Osteria 177 is the ultimate expression of an Italian tavern where the main attraction is imported delicacies of one-of-a-kind food and wine. Adorned by barreled wine, an Osteria would never lack the sought out local specialties, spices, cheeses, fish or meats. It was here that many people tried to alleviate life's stresses by numbering themselves with good food, good wine, and good company. The owner/chef of the Osteria would take the utmost pride in stocking these praised elements as the basis for mouthwatering meals, a delicious dance-for-all of the five senses. This is the basis for Osteria 177.

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Ryan

Dined on Aug 26, 2024

Unbelievable service. The best I’ve had in years. Extremely knowledgeable staff. Great dining experience

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4.9

4.9 (1219)

$31 to $50

Italian

Federal Hill

About the restaurant

Hersh's celebrates the foods of Italy and the craft of the American bartender. Our menu of fresh, ingredient-driven dishes includes rustic Italian small plates and award-winning housemade pasta, as well as Neapolitan pizza featuring housemade mozzarella and sausage. Our booze program focuses on vintage cocktails, craft brews and spirits and a tightly-edited wine list offering varietals you won't see every day. Come hungry, come thirsty and come often!

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Jamey

Dined 3 days ago

I have been wanting to try Hersh’s for over a year. It did not disappoint!!! Steven our server was incredible! The food was outstanding. We had the best experience!

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Popular dish

Pepperoni-oni

RUDE BODEGA

4.7

4.7 (155)

$31 to $50

Latin American

Easton

About the restaurant

La Bodega is a celebration. Celebrating all of life by sharing in the freshest most authentic Latin American foods & drinks. Amor y Risa (Love & Laughter).

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Noah

Dined 6 days ago

This place is a “must try” in Easton. The tacos and the chips/dip selections are incredible. The setting is festive and there is something for everyone. If you’re a cocktail drinker, you’ll be in heaven.

The Vineyard Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (1098)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Havre De Grace

About the restaurant

Located amidst the antique shops, art galleries, bed & breakfasts, and marinas of Havre de Grace, The Vineyard Wine Bar is a convenient stop for a glass of wine, a light lunch or a rewarding dinner. Showcasing values from around the world and offering interesting and unique grape varietals, from Aglianico to Zinfandel. Our Bistro Menu offers an exciting array of tapas, light and healthy salads, “Flatbreads”, assorted fresh pate, an extensive selection of artisanal cheeses, and specialty desserts…all designed to accompany the great wine selection. Coupled with the wine bar, our retail shop offers an assortment of over 300 fine wines from around the world, specializing in wines that over deliver for the price.

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Tony

Dined 2 days ago

Magnificent food, wine selections, and service. Can’t wait to go back!

One Coastal

4.9

4.9 (1950)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Fenwick Island

About the restaurant

Indulge in an extraordinary dining experience, where we wholeheartedly champion responsible agriculture, local watermen, and the art of serving really good food. Led by James Beard Nominated chef and owner, Matthew Kern, our restaurant is a testament to his culinary expertise and unwavering dedication to showcase the best of Delaware.

Beyond the kitchen, Chef Kern's commitment extends to our exceptional staff, making every visit a memorable exploration of the heart and soul that sets our gem apart. Join us to enjoy a drink, savor a meal, and see for yourself what makes this place so special.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food and good vibes we would eat here again

Momma Maria's

4.8

4.8 (73)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Trappe

About the restaurant

Welcome to Momma Maria’s Mediterranean Bistro & Bar. Our menu offers mouth-watering, stone-hearth artisan pizzas created right in front of you, or a variety of dishes that embody the bold tastes of Italy and Greece. Chef Christopher Clark combines classic Mediterranean flavors with local seasonal ingredients and has created a menu that tastes as exquisite as it looks. Whether you’re in the mood for a beer & wings or a glass of Cabernet & a filet mignon— at Momma Maria’s we offer something for everyone.

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Robert

Dined 5 days ago

Fantastic meals, great service, nice environment! Favorite near Easton, MD.

The Stewart

4.7

4.7 (144)

$31 to $50

Dining Bar

Easton

About the restaurant

The Stewart is an intimate bar-and-lounge in the heart of Easton, MD, with an unparalleled focus on the very finest of single malt Scotch whiskeys and vintage Champagnes. Upon entrance, guests are transported to a sphere of sheer refinement and spirit sophistication where one of the most impressive assemblages of Scotch in America is gloriously ensconced in the eloquent Federal Street enclave. An elegant evening progresses in an atmosphere of updated and distinguished Highland splendor: gleaming dark woods, handsomely refurbished period seating, gilt-framed oil paintings of Highland scenes, an intricately pargeted plaster ceiling, and, naturally, tartans galore. A crackling fire in the cooler months provides cozy ambient undertones within an 18th century walnut and brass trumeau chimney.

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Tomvip

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

One of our favorites in Easton and we experienced their new expanded menu and dined outside. I think we tried everything on the menu including hand crafted cocktails, fried olives, short rib grilled cheese followed by an amazing corn chowder with lobster, strip steak, crabcake and burger were also part of the feast with the unmatchable service staff of Kelsey (sp), Emma and Adam! First class all the way!

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