Best Restaurants for Foodies in Northwest Baltimore

15 restaurants available nearby

1. Magdalena

4.8

Exceptional(1218)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Mt. Vernon

Booked 5 times today

Magdalena is the celebrated restaurant of The Ivy Hotel, a Relais & Châteaux property in Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood.Magdalena, a Maryland Bistro, features refined, “from-scratch” bistro fare driven by the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay region. The seasonally evolving menu celebrates the finest local ingredients, sustainable values, and culinary craftsmanship, resulting in dishes brimming with character.Executive Chef Ülfet Ralph has over a decade of experience in Relais & Châteaux properties. With this expertise, Chef Ralph will continue Magdalena’s mission of exploring innovative and artful interpretations of Maryland cuisine with a purposeful balance of bistro meets elegance. Ingredients are sourced close to home, and relationships with local farmers and purveyors are at the heart of the culinary philosophy. A cheeky cocktail program, Wine Spectator-awarded wine list, and revered whiskey collection complete a delightfully unmatched dining experience.

2. Monarque

4.6

Exceptional(1199)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Harbor East

Booked 27 times today

Atlas Restaurant Group presents Monarque, a French brasserie located in Baltimore’s Harbor East. Monarque is inspired by the French era of prosperity when culture boomed and extravagance flourished. The cuisine is complemented by a beverage program with over 500 French wine labels and an extensive collection of Cognac and Armagnac.Transporting guests to another time and place while being rooted in the present, Monarque hosts a rotation of acts every weekend, with Baltimore's best jazz musicians, cabaret vocalists, burlesque dancers, and more. Monarque welcomes guests of all ages Sunday through Thursday. On Friday and Saturday, the experience is suited for guests 18 years of age and older, and only adults are permitted to dine. When making your weekend reservations, please note that parties of 1-5 guests will have two hours to enjoy our cuisine and entertainment, parties of 5-8 will dine for two hours and 30 minutes, and parties of 9 and more can enjoy seating for three hours.

3. Copper Shark

4.7

Exceptional(541)

Price: Expensive

• American • Locust Point

Booked 17 times today

Step into our historic building, and you will immediately be greeted by its red-brick walls, exposed beams, and intimate bar space leading to an open and airy dining room and our fantastic back patio set for outdoor dining and conversations around our fire pit (weather permitting!). Sit at the bar to enjoy an artisanal beer or oak-aged bourbon alongside a quick bite of charcuterie meats and cheeses, crispy brussels sprouts, or shark fries. Or venture into the heart of Copper Shark for a leisurely chef-inspired meal created by Chef Matthew Audette. In addition to seasonal masterpieces, you can always count on classic cuisine like our petite filet, soup du jour and pot du creme. Weather permitting, we encourage you to cozy up next to our courtyard fire pit. Sundays we only have Brucnh service

4. apropoe's

3.9

Excellent(246)

Price: Expensive

• American • Harbor East

Located on the water in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, our signature restaurant, Apropoe's, offers a fresh take on American comfort food. Enjoy seafood and local favorites in a stylish setting inspired by the 1920's Prohibition, as well as the famous writer Edgar Allan Poe.

5. Azumi

4.8

Exceptional(2019)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Harbor East

Booked 55 times today

Opened in 2014 to a 4.5 Star review from the Baltimore Sun, Azumi is located on Baltimore's Inner Harbor in the elegant Four Seasons Hotel. With picturesque panoramic waterfront views, Azumi offers authentic Japanese cuisine with a strong focus on sushi matched with an amazing "hot kitchen." Azumi's Sake and Japanese Whiskey program is one of the largest in the region. Named the city's best Japanese restaurant by Baltimore Magazine, Azumi is also one of the hottest spots for nightlife in the city featuring a live DJ on weekends. Enjoy outdoor dining on our expansive patio. Outside seating can be requested but not guaranteed.Azumi’s highly-skilled teppanyaki / hibachi chefs are on display in our new FLAME ROOM as they cook the highest-quality meats, seafood, vegetables & rice on a solid-surface iron griddle right before your eyes in this intimate & interactive dining experience. Please call the restaurant to book parties of 9 and larger or for additional reservation assistance.

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6. Cypriana - Homewood

4.7

Exceptional(1728)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Hampden

Booked 16 times today

For parties of 5 or more, please call us at 410-837-7482. From our very conception, Cypriana has been and will always be committed to providing clean, house-made and authentic Cypriot cuisine. A cuisine that is an amalgamation of the world’s wealthiest cultures. And we consider it a privilege to have started in one of the oldest cities in America. We predicate our image and pride on the familial hang-out environment and refined dishes that you can only get at Cypriana. It is our desire to bring a more traditional approach to full-service dining.

7. La Food Marketa

4.7

Exceptional(1882)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pikesville

Booked 20 times today

Chad Gauss & La Food Marketa offer an up to par, down to earth restaurant experience in Quarry Lake featuring soul satisfying food from the Americas. Our focus is simply fresh, approachable, and fun! We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs. Our bar offers well thought out drinks and bangin' happy hour specials. Come in & smile! We will do the rest!Outdoor seating is currently available but not guaranteed. In the event of inclement weather, incoming reservations will be seated on a first come - first serve basis. Tables currently sitting will be allowed to move to another table if possible, but tables themselves cannot be moved under any circumstance. We have limited space under cover and cannot accommodate every one to be out of the weather. If you have already ordered food and choose not to stay you will be given boxes to go.

8. One-Eyed Mike's

4.8

Exceptional(115)

Price: Expensive

• American • Fells Point

Booked 2 times today

One-Eyed Mike's is a chef/owner-operated tavern tucked away on a cozy block of Bond Street, just off the beaten path in Fell's Point. Known as a locals’ favorite, it’s a place where "you're a stranger here but once." Our staff greets every guest warmly and genuinely—don’t be surprised if they ask your name and remember it next time.Our menu highlights fresh, local ingredients with elevated twists on classic tavern fare, from local oysters and lump crab cakes to hearty burgers and creative daily specials. Behind the bar, we’re famous for our Grand Marnier collection, complemented by expertly crafted cocktails, wines, and beers.The ambiance is intimate and inviting, with candlelit tables, exposed brick, and perfectly curated music that sets a romantic, timeless mood. Whether it’s a quiet dinner for two or drinks with friends, One-Eyed Mike’s is a welcoming escape where great food, drinks, and company come together seamlessly.

9. Hersh's

4.8

Exceptional(1235)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Federal Hill

Booked 17 times today

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!

10. Citron

4.8

Exceptional(2211)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Towson

Booked 4 times today

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 Mary Hersh and exquisite sushi by Chef Alan from Hong Kong; plus craft 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, have Hi-tech AV, inside/outside Lakefront spaces for large social and corporate events 7 days a week. Heated outdoor terraces make a nature lover's paradise. Free parking.

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Nancy
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had an excellent experience at Azumi while celebrating my husband’s belated birthday! From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make the evening special. The ambiance was elegant and perfect for a celebratory dinner. The food was absolutely phenomenal — each dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor. The sushi was some of the best we’ve ever had, and the cocktails were crafted to perfection. What stood out the most was the exceptional service. The team was attentive, friendly, and made sure every detail was taken care of. They even added thoughtful touches to make my husband’s birthday extra memorable. Thank you, Azumi, for an unforgettable evening. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this restaurant for any special occasion!
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AzumiPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Harbor East
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4.8
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CarrieVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Elegant and delicious restaurant with top notch staff and food and wine. Sommelier took a lot of time with us and a perfect evening out! Amazing wine list!1 Congratulations on becoming a 2 key Relais and Chateau hotel!
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MagdalenaPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Mt. Vernon
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4.8
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EmmaVIP
New Orleans / Louisiana •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This place was a 10/10! If you have a special occasion to celebrate, do not hesitate! Our server, Sammie, was delightful and the venue is gorgeous - Old school classy but not stuffy. We are foodies from New Orleans where food is a Way of life and this place was on par with some of the best in NOLA. We had the steak tartar, the Brussel sprouts, the swordfish, the Cobia, and the short ribs. Highly recommend all. We also enjoyed several inventive cocktails. All around great experience!
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MonarquePrice: Very Expensive• French• Harbor East
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4.6
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TaliyahVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
Service was very good, from the waiters to the food runners. Food was delicious. The butternut squash soup with crab was amazing and had a reasonable amount of crab. My cocktail was great and they had an extensive list of options. I had a duck pasta which was amazing. Unfortunately, we didn’t have room for dessert but from what I saw the options looked great. This place is conveniently located with ample parking. We will be back.
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Copper SharkPrice: Expensive• American• Locust Point
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4.7
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YanaVIP
Los Angeles •17 reviews
4.0
Dined on 27 Sept 2024
It was a quick meal. The service was very good. Food was ok.
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apropoe'sPrice: Expensive• American• Harbor East
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3.9

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Magdalena

2. Monarque

3. Copper Shark

4. apropoe's

5. Azumi

6. Cypriana - Homewood

7. La Food Marketa

8. One-Eyed Mike's

9. Hersh's

10. Citron

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