Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Baltimore / Maryland

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Bridges Restaurant - MD

4.7

4.7 (2034)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Kent Narrows

About the restaurant

Bridges is an OpenTable "Top 100 Scenic View Restaurant in America". Located in the heart of the Chesapeake, Bridges restaurant offers unmatched waterfront dining featuring made-to-order dishes that are prepared from scratch using the finest hand-picked ingredients. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Bridges offers an award-winning happy hour Sunday through Friday. Come enjoy the spectacular views and taste the best of the Chesapeake Bay region!

Top review

Abbivip

Dined 5 days ago

Visited the restaurant on Labor Day which was a beautiful one. Great views and service. One of the best crab cakes I’ve had!

Citron

4.6

4.6 (2184)

$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.

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Andyvip

Dined 7 days ago

From the moment we were greeted upon entering until the moment we left the restaurant, the evening was exceptional. The owner and staff could not have been friendlier or provided better service. The meal was amazing and we left wanting to return again. My Sea Bass was the best preparation of Sea Bass that I have ever been served. I highly recommend Citron.

Watershed

4.6

4.6 (258)

$30 and under

Seafood

Federal Hill

About the restaurant

Now open in the newly remodeled Cross Street Market, Watershed is a classic Maryland seafood house serving some of the region’s signature dishes, including steamed hard-shell crabs. An expansive rooftop deck provides an intimate outdoor experience in the heart of Federal Hill, complete with a covered bar, gaming area and an abundance of televisions for sports viewing.

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Nicolevip

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

Food and service was great! We will return! The lime crush was great!

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Ambassador Dining Room

4.5

4.5 (216)

$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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Sandyvip

Dined on Aug 13, 2024

As always, our meal was exquisite and the service perfect. We LOVE the Ambassador!!!!!

The Choptank - Baltimore

4.5

4.5 (712)

$30 and under

Seafood

Fells Point

About the restaurant

Atlas Restaurant Group celebrates historic Fells Point with The Choptank, a new fish and crab house located in the Broadway Market’s south shed. The Choptank honors the market’s 200-plus-year legacy with authentic local seafood and an energy and hustle true to the area.

Atlas Restaurant Group promotes a dining atmosphere and 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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Loraine

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

We had an amazing time! Tunde and Lauren took great care of us and the food was amazing. I especially appreciated how sweet they were to our toddlers. We will be back - thanks!

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4.5

4.5 (14)

$30 and under

American

Ocean City

About the restaurant

Sit back, savor, and take in the fresh salt air breeze at the most geographically unique dining spot in Ocean City, Maryland. Treat your senses to elevated coastal cuisine and panoramic views of the ocean, bay, and Assateague Island. Unparalleled scenery, delectable food, refreshing drinks— the best view in town just got better. Say hello to your new favorite spot.

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DION

Dined 5 days ago

Great Grilled Tacos! But ALEX, our waiter was the Star of the Show! He made sure we were taken care of and all of our culinary needs were met. He was also extremely polite and courteous!

Ampersea Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (1381)

$31 to $50

American

Harbor Point

About the restaurant

At the intersection of Harbor Point and Fells Point, Ampersea is redefining cuisine that's modern, Maryland, authentic. A destination innovating the way Baltimore dines on the Patapsco River. Perched on the western corner of Thames Street and located in the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Museum building with the Living Classrooms Foundation, Ampersea dining room, patio, and event spaces offer a stunning combination of panoramic harbor views, impeccable service, and delectable dishes. During our busy season the restaurant has policies in place that may affect your reservation. please review the following:
- Entire party arrived to be sat
- All parties larger than 4 people must call into the restaurant to schedule their reservation.
- All tables are subject to an 18% auto-gratuity.
- Outdoor dining is not guaranteed for all reservations but is first come first serve.

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Debbie

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

Two colleagues and I went to Ampersea for lunch to celebrate one colleague's move to Boston. We have all been there sevreal times before. We sat inside due to the rain. The space is fun and inviting and we had a wonderful server. The food was great, but a but pricey - what isn't these days. I'd recommend for a special occasion, but not an everyday lunch. When weather permits, the outdoor patio is a great atmosphere for brunch, dinner and drinks.

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4.4

4.4 (425)

$31 to $50

Italian

Hampden

About the restaurant

Established in 2011, Ristorante Daniela serves hand made Sardinian and Italian cuisine.
Every detail and part of each recipe served at the restaurant is made from complete scratch, from the pasta and sauces, to the puff pastry and creams in our delicious desserts!
We also serve special dinners off menu which can be reserved in advance, ranging from $37 to $45 per person. These special dinners consist of a family style 3 course meal with an abundant amount of tastings for each course with different tastes of cuisines based on meat, seafood/fish, and vegetarian recipes.
Besides dining in and carrying out, Daniela is also available to cater your special events such as weddings, graduations, birthdays, etc.

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Robertovip

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

Best Italian food in Baltimore. Try the delicious fregula or malloreddus, Sardinian specialties. Salmon also delicious

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Popular dish

Gnocchi di Patata

Red Brick Station

4.3

4.3 (308)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

White Marsh

About the restaurant

Welcome to Red Brick Station at White Marsh Brewing Company located at the Avenue in White Marsh! We have designed and built Red Brick Station as a place where you will want to dine and socialize often.

Along with our dining room and two patios our bar area features room for 80+ customers on a first come first serve basis. There are seats available at the bar and we feature both high and low tops on the outside area of the bar.

Unlike many chain restaurants, we are independently owned and operated, so we can make changes to our menu and operations quickly to meet your needs. We use all fresh ingredients to bring the freshest foods to your plate.

Be sure to check out our latest made in house beer selections and be sure to call us at 410-931-7827 for carry out and reservations!

Thank you for choosing Red Brick Station.

~Bill Blocher & The Staff of Red Brick Station

P.S Our new menu has just recently been released!

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Courtney

Dined on Aug 18, 2024

Food was delicious… service was amazing . I recommend the dreamsicle crush

Rye Street Tavern

4.2

4.2 (139)

$31 to $50

American

Port Covington

About the restaurant

Rye Street Tavern's menu is thoughtfully created featuring seasonal changes, locally sourced ingredients, & a diverse selection that caters to every palate, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. From fresh seafood & house-made pastas to southern-inspired dishes, each meal is crafted to perfection. Rye Street Tavern promises an exceptional lunch, dinner, or brunch (begins Aug 10) dining experience for locals & visitors alike. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining environments, including an open kitchen with U-shaped leather booths, a stylish bar and oyster bar with panoramic Patapsco River waterfront views, & a spectacular outdoor dining area with a 75-seat island bar. Happy Hour offered Monday through Friday with half off of oysters on the half shell plus discounted beers, wines, & select cocktails. Live Music performed on the patio Thursday through Sunday - schedule on www.ryestreettavern.com/events/

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 5 days ago

Overall an amazing time. Would definitely recommend for anyone in the Baltimore / DC area.

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