Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Baltimore / Maryland? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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 6 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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Bethvip

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

An amazing experience as always! It’s our number one place locally and when we have out of town guests, we are sure to bring them to Osteria 177! 🩵

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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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Briana

Dined 3 days ago

They’ve done it again! Not a complaint in sight!! A phenomenal meal with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Absolutely impeccable flavor pairings and depth introduced from the wood-fire. The scallops and summer squash were two dishes we thoroughly enjoyed. Licked the plates clean! What a special way to spend a birthday :)

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Pepperoni-oni

Basta Pasta - Eldersburg

4.9

4.9 (762)

$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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Dorien

Dined 3 days ago

We had a very enjoyable dinner with our daughter yesterday evening. All the recommendations shared by our server were spot on. This restaurant will definitely become one of our favorites!

Sammy’s Trattoria - Mt. Vernon

4.8

4.8 (1942)

$30 and under

Italian

Mt. Vernon

About the restaurant

Sammy's Trattoria serves real, authentic Italian cuisine in a comfortable yet elegant setting. Try our "Family Style" dining where we prepare some of our specialties combined with some requests from you and serve you 4+ courses of fun, traditional Italian dining. (great for parties of 4+). Our homemade pastas, soups, stocks, and meatballs are old family recipes made daily. We pride ourselves in using only the freshest, best quality ingredients combined with traditional and thorough preparation.

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Chris

Dined 3 days ago

We really enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and our meals. Highly recommend.

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Pastas

LIBERATORE’S Ristorante & Catering - Eldersburg

4.8

4.8 (732)

$30 and under

Italian

Eldersburg

About the restaurant

Not too formal, not too casual and always delicious, always attentive! For the summer, Tuesdays we are available for deli/market items as well as banquet/catering calls and meetings. Dinner service is available everyday and we open Wednesdays-Saturdays at 11:30. Please call us with any questions! 4107814114 We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our Italian cuisine & many traditional offerings as well. Extensive Wine list, Happy Hour specials, Kids Menu,- Warm & friendly staff. You’ll enjoy it!!

*Christmas Eve, New Years Eve, Valentine's Day, Easter, & Mother's Day will have a special menu & there will be no Happy Hour on these days.

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Jacqueline

Dined on Aug 21, 2024

Marshall was an excellent waiter and was very efficient and tended to our every want! We were 10 senior ladies and we had a good time and the food was excellent!

Tagliata Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2681)

$31 to $50

Italian

Harbor East

About the restaurant

Tagliata, an Italian chophouse, boasts an impressive menu featuring hand cut steaks, fresh rolled pastas, house made charcuterie & bounty of fresh seafood. Tagliata offers the largest wine list in Baltimore with bottles from around the world & a focus on Italian wines. We host live music in the piano lounge. Open windows overlook our majestic courtyard, which is illuminated with strung lights & features an seasonal outdoor bar.

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
• Hats are not permitted indoors for gentlemen
• 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*

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Steven

Dined 7 days ago

First off, use the valet. So what, it's 15 bucks plus the tip. You would spend that at any garage or street parking..really...not for me. Had 5:30 reservations on Labor Day. The hostess greeted us and we were seated right away. Our server was "Marissa". She was fabulous. She first walked us through some drink offerings and gave us a little time to consider our drinks. After the drinks arrived, only a short time, she walked us through some of the offerings on the menu and the "specials". She answered questions and gave great feed back. We opted for the calamari appetizer. It was great. This is not some coated and deep fried stuff. This is top quality calamari matched with fregola sarda, olives, capers and a hint of spice...outstanding dish We opted for two half portions of pasta as a second course. The squid ink campanelle was outstanding. The pasta, crab meat, cream and basil all came together and made wonderful flavors. We also liked the Lobster Ravaoli. The lobster cream sauce was balanced nicely. The ravioli were soft and tender in the middle and a perfect "to the teeth" on the outside. I have read some people that complain about the "bite" of the ravioli. They clearly have no idea what Al-dente means. Theses were excellent. The grilled sword fish was a huge portion (took a doggie bag) served over fresh seasonal veggies. The flavors worked perfectly. The short rib was fall apart tender and rich and flavorful. The pickled kohlrabi (which I have never had) added a wonderful contrast of sweet and sour. We were there for a birthday occasion, "Marissa" provided us with a complimentary dessert, which I thought was a wonderful thing to do. Would definitely go again. Cost, well folks you get what you pay for. We go out three or four times a year to a really "nice place". I have no complaints about the pricing. Reservation - definitely. Ask to work with Marissa. One of the best servers we have ever worked with.

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Once Upon a Wine - Ancient, Obscure, Forgotten

Birroteca - Baltimore

4.7

4.7 (2392)

$30 and under

Italian

Hampden

About the restaurant

Located in the Hampden/Woodberry area of Baltimore, we're the destination for modern, rustic Italian cuisine, crafted using ingredients sourced from local ranchers, farmers and local fisherman. Guests enjoy communal dining service in a refined, casual setting. We offer 20 craft beers on tap in addition to an Italian focused wine list, and unique craft cocktails prepared with artisan distilled spirits and house-made mixes.

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Ziv

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Relaxed atmosphere without standing food and great selection of beers for a reasonable price. Always a good choice.

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Duck Duck Goose

Amore Robiolina

4.6

4.6 (73)

$31 to $50

Italian

Edgewater

About the restaurant

Welcome to Robiolina Amore, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Edgewater, Maryland. Founded by the visionary Chef Canales, our restaurant is a testament to the passion and dedication of one man's love for authentic Italian cuisine. Here at Robiolina Amore, we take immense pride in our commitment to crafting homemade Italian dishes, ensuring that each bite is a delectable reflection of Italy's rich culinary heritage. Our pasta is lovingly handcrafted in-house, and our menu boasts extravagant Italian creations that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy. We offer not just a meal but an experience, with every dish served in a warm and welcoming atmosphere by a team that genuinely cares about your dining pleasure. Join us at Robiolina Amore, where Chef Canales' culinary artistry comes alive with every exquisite bite. Buon appetito!

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Cherevip

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

As usual the food and service were excellent. A pleasure to done with you again. The noise level was quite loud last night - busy evening and a few groups that stayed a long time. Keep wondering if anything could be done with acoustics to quiet this down? Sound panels on the ceiling or walls? Lots of hard surfaces and glass to bounce off of. We will always return - such a welcome and quality food rendezvous to our community

Acqua al 2 - Annapolis

4.7

4.7 (751)

$31 to $50

Italian

Annapolis

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Annapolis, Acqua al 2 offers an authentic Tuscan dining experience. Featuring a wide array of vegetarian pasta, hand-carved steaks, and fresh seafood, as well as an extensive Italian wine list, Acqua is perfect for a celebratory dinner, an intimate date night, or a low key get-together with friends.

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Marcvip

Dined 3 days ago

Outstanding food, wine, service and ambience. Would highly recommend.

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