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1. The Capital Grille - Baltimore
4.9
Exceptional(4115)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 84 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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2. Azumi
4.6
Exceptional(2262)
$$$$
• Japanese • Harbor East
Booked 67 times today
Azumi is a hit for birthday celebrations! Reviewers rave about the fantastic food, excellent service, and the perfect ambiance for a special occasion. One reviewer even said it was 'the whole restaurant was a great experience' for her birthday. With its authentic Japanese cuisine and amazing 'hot kitchen', Azumi is a top choice for birthday dining.
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3. Sotto Sopra
4.8
Exceptional(3840)
$$$$
• Italian • Mt. Vernon
Booked 30 times today
Sotto Sopra is an Italian restaurant housed in a beautiful 19th century building just blocks north of Baltimore’s Harborplace on Charles Street. Sotto Sopra specializes in true contemporary Italian cuisine adapting farm to table. We buy local whenever it is possible. The perfect risotto, handmade pastas, roasted meats, local seafood, and regional produce are here for your total enjoyment. Sotto Sopra invites you to dine for dinner every evening. Eat.Drink.Sleep.Dream--Italian
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4. MARTA
4.8
Exceptional(708)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Upper Fells Point
Booked 42 times today
Tucked away in the charming heart of Butchers Hill community in Baltimore, MD, Marta stands out as a gem of culinary excellence where every dish tells a story of tradition and passion. Owned by Chef Matthew Oetting, a New York chef with over twenty years of dedicated culinary refinement, Marta is a celebration of authentic Italian flavors brought to life with a modern twist. Marta not only highlights their food and drinks, but have also created a place where locals gather, celebrate, and create memories, truly embodying the Italian philosophy of 'good food shared with great company.'
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5. Order of the Ace
4.8
Exceptional(58)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Harbor East
Booked 12 times today
In the Order of the Ace, certain truths are revealed. Like the power of your person being equal to the place you find yourself present. And the quality of a cocktail being bettered by the craft of its creator. Slip into a space of music and mystique. A mood of intimacy and intrigue. A night where essential truths are served straight up. Or however else you would like.
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6. Phillips Seafood
4.1
Excellent(2410)
$$$$
• Seafood • Inner Harbor
Booked 48 times today
Maryland is famous for its crabs, and Phillips Seafood is Baltimore's premiere restaurant for award-winning crab cakes! We serve an extensive menu of classic seafood dishes along with plenty of dining choices for non-seafood lovers. Join us for Phillips favorites including craveable seafood appetizers perfect for sharing, our famous family-recipe crab cakes, steamed seafood buckets and seafood platters, plus fresh salads, succulent seafood soups & a range of sandwiches & burgers. Finish off your meal with one of our indulgent desserts, and enjoy a signature cocktail from our inventive menu of spirits (beer, wine & sangria also available from our full bar.)Beneath the lights of the massive 17-foot tall Phillips letters, part of the iconic Baltimore skyline, you’ll find a casual, polished restaurant with an energetic feel. We hope to see you soon! We're open for seated dining & carryout every day.
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7. Matsuri
4.4
Awesome(129)
$$$$
• Japanese • Federal Hill
Booked 3 times today
Matsuri is a renowned Japanese restaurant in Baltimore, known for its high-quality sushi and other Japanese dishes. It's a popular choice for special occasions like birthdays, as one reviewer noted, 'Food is always fresh here.' The menu offers a variety of options, including sushi bar items, appetizers, and kitchen items. Plus, their unique desserts like the 'Tempura Cheese Cake' are not to be missed!
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8. Ampersea Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1576)
$$$$
• American • Harbor Point
Booked 44 times today
At the intersection of Harbor Point and Fells Point, Ampersea is redefining cuisine that's modern, Maryland, authentic. A destination innovating the way Baltimore dines on the Patapsco River. Perched on the western corner of Thames Street and located in the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Museum building with the Living Classrooms Foundation, Ampersea dining room, patio, and event spaces offer a stunning combination of panoramic harbor views, impeccable service, and delectable dishes. During our busy season the restaurant has policies in place that may affect your reservation. please review the following:- Entire party arrived to be sat- All parties larger than 4 people must call into the restaurant to schedule their reservation.- All tables are subject to an 18% auto-gratuity.- Outdoor dining is not guaranteed for all reservations but is first come first serve.
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9. Hard Rock Cafe - Baltimore
3.6
Very Good(719)
$$$$
• American • Inner Harbor
Booked 49 times today
The Hard Rock Cafe Baltimore is located inside the historic Power Plant building, just steps from the National Aquarium, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, and M&T Bank Stadium. Hard Rock Cafe Baltimore is where the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll meets the charm of the Inner Harbor.We serve up fresh, made from scratch favorites from our world-famous burgers and slow-smoked ribs to crisp salads and handcrafted cocktails. Surrounded by authentic music memorabilia and unbeatable waterfront views, we’re a place where Baltimore’s energy, great food, and live music come together for an unforgettable experience.
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10. Gunther & Co.
4.8
Exceptional(3233)
$$$$
• American • Canton
Booked 43 times today
Gunther & Co., located in the historic Gunther Boiler Building in Brewers Hill, offers a Modern American menu, globally influenced and locally spun. Whether looking for a casual evening out, special occasion or impromptu drink after work, there is a space carved out for you here – at our oyster bar, on the patio or overlooking the 16-foot living wall and main dining area on our mezzanine. The integrity of our ingredients is at the heart of the menus and each dish is crafted with a pride in preparation and hospitality.
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  • Gerald
    Baltimore / Maryland •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Sotto Sopra is, without question, my favorite restaurant in Baltimore — Italian or otherwise. Ricardo, Monika, and their entire staff could not be more gracious, welcoming, or attentive. In my opinion, it is not only the most beautiful restaurant in the city, but also the most romantic. The food and service are consistently exceptional, always deserving of five stars. The fact that they have survived — and thrived — for 30 years tells me everything I need to know.
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    Sotto Sopra$$$$• Italian• Mt. Vernon
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    4.8
  • Paula
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Our waitress, Sandra D was absolutely excellent. The drinks were perfect and the steaks were cooked just right. Overall a great experience
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    The Capital Grille - Baltimore$$$$• Steakhouse• Downtown
    •
    4.9
  • robertGold
    Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The best restaurant I’ve been to and I go out to eat often. Will be back
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    Azumi$$$$• Japanese• Harbor East
    •
    4.6
  • GeoffreyGold
    Baltimore / Maryland •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 29, 2026
    Excellent experience! Will surely be back! Food was fabulous and vibe was very lively (a tad noisy, but not overly so). Certainly not a value restaurant, but this was a very special occasion and Marta was certainly worthy of it. Everything was terrific! Our server Anthony provided everything we could want and offered very good selections from the menu--and had an outstanding attitude as well!
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    MARTA$$$$• Contemporary American• Upper Fells Point
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    4.8
  • Scott
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 28, 2025
    Wonderful food and first rate service, for a large birthday party.
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    Matsuri$$$$• Japanese• Federal Hill
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    4.4

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