Baltimore, Maryland is known for its rich history, vibrant arts and culture scene, and eclectic neighborhoods. But did you know that Charm City also boasts a diverse culinary landscape? Here are 10 restaurants to explore in Baltimore that showcase the citys historic, creative, authentic and charming nature.
1. Thames Street Oyster House (1728 Thames St) Nestled in the heart of Fells Point with stunning water views, this oyster bar serves up fresh seafood caught by local fishermen daily.
2. The Food Market (1017 W. 36th St) This Hampden hotspot offers an inventive menu featuring comfort food favorites with modern twists such as Lobster Mac & Cheese or Fried Green Tomatoes with goat cheese fondue.
3. Ida Bs Table (235 Holliday St) Named after civil rights pioneer Ida B. WellsBarnett and located downtown near City Hall features Southern comfort cuisine made with locallysourced ingredients often used in classic dishes like Collard Greens or Shrimp & Grits but elevated through creativity.
4. Peters Inn (504 S Ann St) With only a handful of tables inside this cozy Fells Point treasure for over thirty years showcases seasonal specials on their chalkboard menus touching almost every aspect of midAtlantic fare from Beef Carpaccio to Blueberry Cobbler.
5. Ekiben (1622 Eastern Ave) A funky Asian Fusion eatery tucked away among shipping container shops offering steamed buns filled with Korean fried chicken or tempurabattered broccoli which can be enjoyed at outdoor seating areas along Bond street pier nearby.
6.Hampden Soda Fountain / Rocket to Venus (3360 Chestnut Ave.) An American diner that time forgot just adjacent to The Avenue has been serving ice cream sodas since the 1930s, and earning recognition from Bon Appetit over the decades offers a nostalgic atmosphere perfect for groups of all ages.
7. The Bluebird Cocktail Room (3600 Hickory Ave) This speakeasy bar in Hampden has been hiding since being builtin 1903. It is where patrons can imbibe on a tasty craft cocktail with fresh ingredients while surrounded by classic dcor and distinctive lighting fixtures.
8. Blacksauce Kitchen (610 E 32nd St) A socially conscious sandwich shop serving up local meats that support small family farms along with inventive sandwiches such as Crab Mac Melt or Meatball Smash.
9. Rye Street Tavern (225 E Cromwell St) Located in a former shipbuilding warehouse in Port Covington, this upscale tavern features woodfire grilled dishes like Spatchcock Chicken paired perfect with housemade cocktails such as the Ravenswood which uses Baltimores own Sagamore Rye whiskey.
10.The Helmand (806 N Charles St.) Last but not least shines above other restaurants having been described by Gourmet Magazine long ago as one of the most exotic stops east of Istanbul; here it combines Afghani cuisine & hospitality to offer flavorful dishes like Mantoo Dumplings filled with spiced ground beef or Lamb Chops marinated in yogurt sauce for authentic taste.
Baltimores culinary scene represents what makes Charm City unique: bold creativity, historic neighborhoods, diverse cultures mixes traditional cuisine into modern freshness while restoring charm alongside new developments are only some reasons to add these ten places to your journey exploring Baltimore!
Websites:
Thames Street Oyster House www.thamesstreetoysterhouse.com
The Food Market www.thefoodmarketbaltimore.com
Ida Bs Tablewww.idabstable.com
Peters Inn www.petersinn.com
Ekiben https://www.ekibenbaltimore.com/
Hampden Soda Fountain/ Rocket to Venus https://www.rocktovenus.com/
The Bluebird Cocktail Room https://thebluebirdbaltimore.com
Blacksauce Kitchen www.blacksaucekitchen.com
Rye Street Tavern https://ryestreettavern.com
The Helmand http://helmandrestaurant.net/baltmore/
1728 Thames St Md
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1017 W. 36Th St Md
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235 Holliday St Md
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504 S Ann St Md
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1622 Eastern Ave Md
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3360 Chestnut Ave. Md
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3600 Hickory Ave Md
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610 E 32Nd St Md
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225 E Cromwell St Md
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806 N Charles St. Md
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