Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Bas Rouge

4.9

4.9 (917)

$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.

Top review

michaelvip

Dined 2 days ago

Brilliant lunch! Started perfectly with our arrival and seeing the team again! Everyone made the afternoon a fantastic experience for the 4 of us. It is difficult to improve on impeccable food, service and ambiance. However, the bar was raised again as we capped off our lunch with purchasing some cheese and chocolate at The Wardroom! Really appreciated the time taken and the knowledge of the staff to help us with our cheese selections! Great job to everyone across the entire team. thank you

Arturo's Trattoria

4.9

4.9 (1688)

$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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Beauvip

Dined 4 days ago

This is hands down the best Italian restaurant in Maryland. I might go as far as to say this is the best Italian restaurant in the states but I have not tried them all yet. After 10 days in Italy last year this is the only Italian restaurant that brings back that feeling for me. Great service, high quality house made everything, and a wonderful ambiance. Glen Burnie’s best kept secret.

Osteria 177

4.9

4.9 (3397)

$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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Fernanda

Dined 5 days ago

The best Italian food in Annapolis! Great service and ambience

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4.9

4.9 (524)

$31 to $50

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Charles Village

About the restaurant

Dutch Courage is a gin-centric cocktail bar located in the historic Baltimore neighborhood of Old Goucher. Whether you are looking for an adventuresome cocktail or need a cold beer, our staff has you covered. With 150 bottles of Gin, Genever, Old Tom and Barreled Gin, along with a full spirit selections, there is always something new to explore and help you discover your courage.
The Dutch Courage kitchen team lead by Chef Alec Jacobsen has a variety of food for you to enjoy while sipping beverages. From delightful boards of cheese, charcuterie and tinned seafood to small and large plates, the food at Dutch Courage is always a culinary adventure.

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Kathrynvip

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

Awesome experience. We loved the flights or fun and excellent drinks. Fantastic! We will be back!!

The Vineyard Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (1104)

$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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Dennis

Dined 2 days ago

Pleasant atmosphere, friendly & attentive service and a great selection of wines made for an enjoyable dining experience. The Toasted Pecan & Orange Vinaigrette salad and the Lollipop Lamb Chops were excellent, but the crab cake was mediocre. Look forward to a return visit to try other items on the menu.

La Barrita Restobar

4.9

4.9 (184)

$31 to $50

Argentinean

Upper Fells Point

About the restaurant

La Barrita features Argentinian style steak seasoned with mouth watering chimichurri, home made pastas, and empanadas. Nestled in the Butcher's Hill neighborhood, La Barrita provides intimate atmosphere with a Baltimore industrial feel. In the warmer months enjoy al fresco dining when we roll up the garage doors.

At La Barrita we treat our guests like family. An upscale casual restaurant, we suit a variety of dining needs, from special occasions to catching up with friends; you might even catch a soccer game on at the bar. Just don't get caught in a Boca jersey! La Barrita is a proud supporter of River Plate fc.

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Asadvip

Dined 3 days ago

Service, ambience and especially the food was excellent. Outside of Charleston, Baltimore they had the best Filet Mignon steak in town. The Beef Carpaccio, Arugula salad, and their pasta's are fantastic. Well worth the trip up to the city and parking actually was pretty easy right in front of the restaurant.

The Capital Grille - Baltimore

4.9

4.9 (3965)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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Melissavip

Dined 4 days ago

We had a lovely waiter in the lounge and Jimmy came over and made us feel right at home. It was a great meal and wonderful way to celebrate my birthday!

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Experience

Wagyu & Wine Fall Lounge Event

Basta Pasta - Eldersburg

4.9

4.9 (776)

$30 and under

Italian

Eldersburg

About the restaurant

We appreciate each and every one of you and we look forward to seeing you soon.

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Jennifer

Dined 2 days ago

Fabulous service and lots of dinner entrees to choose from. A favorite restaurant that we visit frequently.

SoBo Cafe

4.9

4.9 (1083)

$30 and under

American

Federal Hill

About the restaurant

Located in the quaint neighborhood of Federal Hill, Baltimore. SoBo Cafe continues the tradition of American comfort food with global influences and expands it with vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and keto/paleo options. We serve craft cocktails, local draft beer & carefully selected wines. A perennial favorite among neighbors and visitors, we go out of our way to make everyone feel at home. We are gluten-free, vegetarian & vegan friendly.

We are a short walk from Camden Yards/Oriole Park & M&T/Ravens Stadium. We are very close to the Convention Center, Downtown & the Inner Harbor.

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OpenTable Dinervip

Dined 3 days ago

Just Awesome!!! Food👍 Staff👍 Ambiance 👍 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 6 stars on a 1 to five scale

Bonz

4.9

4.9 (1752)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Harrington

About the restaurant

Any reservation request left on Mondays or Tuesdays will be confirmed on Wednesday when we reopen.

Award-winning seafood/steakhouse, Bonz Restaurant & Lounge is located in Harrington Raceway & Casino, offering a variety of mouthwatering appetizers, entrees and desserts. Featuring the famous fork tender filets and the freshest seafood all paired with the finest Cabernet from our extensive wine list. Open Wednesday – Sunday at 4PM. Reservations recommended. Dining options Bar/Lounge, Main Dining room, Al Fresco Patio.
Bonz welcomes underage diners, but hey must enter through the Bonz patio main door adjacent to the fountain and please call upon arrival so staff can check you in. All parties greater than 6 guests must be called in for management approval.

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cindyvip

Dined 3 days ago

Drew is always an amazing waiter. Food is excellent and service is beyond

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