Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Towson

34 restaurants available nearby

1. Towson Tavern

3.8

Excellent(742)

Price: Moderate

• American • Towson

Booked 5 times today

The Towson Tavern offers an ever evolving Seasonal Menu featuring unique American regional cuisine and serving a premium line of wine and spirits as well as a craft beer selection. *Please enjoy Wine Down Wednesdays with us featuring half priced bottles.*Happy hour Monday-Friday from 5:00-7:00 at the bar. Half priced top-shelf cocktails, wines by the glass and all beers.

2. La Food Marketa

4.7

Exceptional(1883)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pikesville

Booked 14 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.

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3. Pappas Restaurant - Parkville

4.4

Awesome(1819)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Parkville

Call us directly for reservations: 410-661-4357 ... When you want an amazing crab cake, one you can brag to family and friends about, the best Maryland has to offer, then come in for a Pappas eight-ounce colossal lump crab cake. Find out why Pappas signature dish has won award after award from Baltimore's Best to Baltimore Magazines Top Crab Cake, and why it was featured on the Food Networks Chef vs City and the Travel Channel & 98 Rocks Food Wars. Family owned and operated since 1972, owner Steve Pappas prides himself not only on offering the best crab cake in Baltimore, but also the finest, freshest seafood, steaks, and pasta dishes around. Call 41-661-4357 to make reservations!

4. Rye Street Tavern

4.5

Awesome(329)

Price: Expensive

• American • Port Covington

Booked 30 times today

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 weekend brunch 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.

5. The Oregon Grille

4.7

Exceptional(3038)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Hunt Valley

Booked 23 times today

The Oregon Grille, a six time Mobile four star restaurant, is the premiere steak house in the region. We serve only the finest prime dry-aged steaks, large lobsters and seafood. Our Wine Spectator award winning wine list is unparalleled. Nestled in the heart of Maryland's horse country, we are just a short drive from downtown Baltimore. Our staff treats each meal served as a special occasion, as guests enjoy the comforts of leather booths, a granite bar, dark mahogany walls and soft piano music. In one of four unique private rooms, each with a fireplace, your rehearsal dinner, family or company party will truly be an affair to remember. For a romantic dinner, business lunch, outdoor dining, or cocktails and dinner in the bar, visit The Oregon Grille, and enjoy the most amazing food in the country.

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6. Pappas Restaurant - Cockeysville

4.6

Exceptional(2843)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Hunt Valley

Booked 25 times today

Welcome to Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar in Cockeysville, Maryland! If you've been searching for the perfect crab cake in the Baltimore area -- or ANY area, for that matter -- look no further than Pappas's 8-ounce cake of glory. Packed with colossal lump crab meat, minimal filler, and a recipe blend that has had people coming back for more since 1972. This gem is why Pappas has been featured on the cover of Baltimore Magazine, appeared on Food Network, Cooking Channel, and Travel Channel, and has won over 20 awards in just a few short years. We proudly welcome guests to enjoy a sinful cocktail at our bar, have a quiet dinner with the family in our dining room, or host a party for up to 80 people in our private room. Pappas Restaurant and Sports Bar is fully handicap accessible, and only a stone's throw away from the Beltway, minutes from Hunt Valley and Towson. Make a reservation today!

7. Sotto Sopra

4.8

Exceptional(3579)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mt. Vernon

Booked 29 times today

Sotto Sopra is an Italian restaurant housed in a beautiful 19th century building just blocks north of Baltimore’s Harborplace on Charles Street. Sotto Sopra specializes in true contemporary Italian cuisine adapting farm to table. We buy local whenever it is possible. The perfect risotto, handmade pastas, roasted meats, local seafood, and regional produce are here for your total enjoyment. Sotto Sopra invites you to dine for dinner every evening. Eat.Drink.Sleep.Dream--Italian

8. Topside

4.5

Awesome(517)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Mt. Vernon

Booked 4 times today

Topside is a top-notch spot for a memorable dining experience, complete with floor-to-ceiling views over historic Mount Vernon. The seafood-forward menu emphasizes regional purveyors and artisans, offering a delicious spread. Many reviews rave about the restaurant's spectacular views, outstanding food, and excellent service. One reviewer even said, 'the ambiance, service and views don’t get better.' So, if you're up for a beautiful view and a delicious meal, Topside is definitely worth the drive.

9. 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.

10. Phillips Seafood

4.2

Awesome(2377)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Inner Harbor

Booked 9 times today

Maryland is famous for its crabs, and Phillips Seafood is Baltimore's premiere restaurant for award-winning crab cakes! We serve an extensive menu of classic seafood dishes along with plenty of dining choices for non-seafood lovers. Join us for Phillips favorites including craveable seafood appetizers perfect for sharing, our famous family-recipe crab cakes, steamed seafood buckets and seafood platters, plus fresh salads, succulent seafood soups & a range of sandwiches & burgers. Finish off your meal with one of our indulgent desserts, and enjoy a signature cocktail from our inventive menu of spirits (beer, wine & sangria also available from our full bar.)Beneath the lights of the massive 17-foot tall Phillips letters, part of the iconic Baltimore skyline, you’ll find a casual, polished restaurant with an energetic feel. We hope to see you soon! We're open for seated dining & carryout every day.

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Lauren
New Orleans / Louisiana •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My husband and I decided to grab an early lunch while we were picking up a Christmas dinner order in the area. I had no idea that there was a sister restaurant to Clyde’s. I have been to the location in DC, and I really enjoyed it there. So, I figured I would have the same experience, and I was right. The food is delicious, it was beautifully decorated for Christmas, and our server was knowledgeable and friendly. We didn’t even need to ask for refills; a replacement drink was on the table before we could even think to ask. Now, that is some stellar service! We will return with friends, and I have already recommended to a friend who is also a fan of Clydes in DC. Happy holidays!
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Tower Oaks LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Rockville
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4.7
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DonVIP
Greater Boston •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Sotto Sopra has become one of our favorite restaurants in Baltimore. The owner is always there to assure impeccable service in this top rated restaurant.
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Sotto SopraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Mt. Vernon
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4.8
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TimVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food and service excellent!! Need to keep that from door closed though
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La Food MarketaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Pikesville
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4.7
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Patrick
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Service was great. Food was excellent. Portions are still shrinking and prices still going up. We enjoyed our evening.
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Gordon Ramsay Steak - Horseshoe Casino BaltimorePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Federal Hill
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4.4
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Ayodoyin
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined on 17 Dec 2024
My experience was great. The serves were kind. The jerk chicken lollipops and Caesar Salad were my favorite. The croutons in the salad melted in my mouth.I enjoyed the Snow Crab Asian Garlic noodles. I wish it had more crab meat and that was it a bit more spicier. I had a mango mocktail , it was sooo good! I wanted to take it home.
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Huncho HousePrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Hyattsville
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4.5

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34 restaurants available nearby

1. Towson Tavern

2. La Food Marketa

3. Pappas Restaurant - Parkville

4. Rye Street Tavern

5. The Oregon Grille

6. Pappas Restaurant - Cockeysville

7. Sotto Sopra

8. Topside

9. Magdalena

10. Phillips Seafood

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