New Posts  All Forums:Forum Nav:

Baltimore

post #1 of 49
5/13/10 at 1:01pm
Thread Starter 
Apologies if I've already asked this -- aging sucks.

I'm going to be in Baltimore for 3-4 days next week, and would appreciate recommendations -- primarily for restaurants, but also for anything else I shouldn't miss. Caveats: (1) I'll be working most of the time, so daytime sightseeing or activities are pretty much out; (2) as far as meals, I'll mostly be eating with other suckers of the government teat, and while it's widely known that we're massively overpaid, many of us like to pretend otherwise -- as a result, big-timer meals are probably out, although if something's really worth it no harm in making the suggestion; (3) probably not going to have time/inclination to venture outside of Baltimore proper. So far my very detailed plans are to get some good crabcakes and take in a game at Camden.

Thanks.
Reply
Reply
post #2 of 49
5/13/10 at 1:18pm
I went to the Black Olive with my Brother and Mother for Mother's day. There was a pre fixe menu, but if it was any indication on what's on the regular menu then I highly recommend.
Reply
Reply
post #3 of 49
5/13/10 at 1:23pm
do a wire tour
Reply
Reply
post #4 of 49
5/13/10 at 1:25pm
Quote:
Originally Posted by lawyerdad View Post
Apologies if I've already asked this -- aging sucks.

I'm going to be in Baltimore for 3-4 days next week, and would appreciate recommendations -- primarily for restaurants, but also for anything else I shouldn't miss. Caveats: (1) I'll be working most of the time, so daytime sightseeing or activities are pretty much out; (2) as far as meals, I'll mostly be eating with other suckers of the government teat, and while it's widely known that we're massively overpaid, many of us like to pretend otherwise -- as a result, big-timer meals are probably out, although if something's really worth it no harm in making the suggestion; (3) probably not going to have time/inclination to venture outside of Baltimore proper. So far my very detailed plans are to get some good crabcakes and take in a game at Camden.

Thanks.


Well, it depends on how you definite "big timer." I loved my dinner at Charleston, but you can check the menu for pricing. But on the cheaper side, try any of their other restaurants. I liked Pazo and Cinghiale.
Reply
Reply
post #5 of 49
5/13/10 at 1:28pm
My fiancé loves to eat at Lebanese Taverna. It's located in Harbor East.

Personally, I really enjoy The Brewer's Art.

Both places aren't cheap, but they're not terribly expensive either.
Reply
Reply
post #6 of 49
5/13/10 at 2:23pm
Obrycki's Crab House for the definitive "Ballimer" experience: www.obryckis.com
Reply
Reply
post #7 of 49
5/13/10 at 2:39pm
i really liked my meal at charleston ... albeit 4-5 years ago. oddly, in a week in Baltimore, I didn't find any crab shacks that really knocked me out, including obryckis. they all seem fairly "franchise". of course, that could change when you get away from the downtown/harbor area.
Reply
Reply
post #8 of 49
5/13/10 at 3:02pm
+1 on brewers art, great house-made beer and good food in the mid range in a pretty setting.

Petit Louis bistro is my favorite Charleston restaurant. It's a north of downtown but cab-able.

Little Italy is American red-sauce Italian, which I know many turn their noses up at, but I don't think I've ever brought anyone there who didn't appreciate it. Sabatino's (tortellini in tortellini sauce) is my usual but Caesar's Den is good. Vaccaro for dessert.

Re: seafood, Nick's Fish House (also a little off the beaten path) is good IME. Crabs are crabs, but keep in mind OBrycki's uses a different seasoning than most MD crab places, more peppery than old bay.

Spend most of your time on the block .

If it's nice out, wandering around Fell's Point at night can be pleasant, although the crowd can be a little young/vomit-y. Mount Vernon (where Brewer's Art is) is a nice hood too, and the bar in the Belvedere is supposed to be neat. Just don't spend every night at the Power Plant live chain-a-palooza and you'll be fine.
Reply
Reply
post #9 of 49
5/13/10 at 3:14pm
check out http://www.woodberrykitchen.com/ one of the better restaurants in baltimore thats not too pricey. For some happy hour, check our fell's point or fed hill.
Reply
Reply
post #10 of 49
5/13/10 at 3:15pm
You may want to consider checking out Annapolis for a night if you haven't done that before.
Reply
Reply
post #11 of 49
5/13/10 at 3:27pm
Quote:
Originally Posted by shoreman1782 View Post
+1 on brewers art, great house-made beer and good food in the mid range in a pretty setting.

Petit Louis bistro is my favorite Charleston restaurant. It's a north of downtown but cab-able.

Little Italy is American red-sauce Italian, which I know many turn their noses up at, but I don't think I've ever brought anyone there who didn't appreciate it. Sabatino's (tortellini in tortellini sauce) is my usual but Caesar's Den is good. Vaccaro for dessert.

Re: seafood, Nick's Fish House (also a little off the beaten path) is good IME. Crabs are crabs, but keep in mind OBrycki's uses a different seasoning than most MD crab places, more peppery than old bay.

Spend most of your time on the block .

If it's nice out, wandering around Fell's Point at night can be pleasant, although the crowd can be a little young/vomit-y. Mount Vernon (where Brewer's Art is) is a nice hood too, and the bar in the Belvedere is supposed to be neat. Just don't spend every night at the Power Plant live chain-a-palooza and you'll be fine.

Totally forgot about Little Italy. In addition to those listed above, check out Chiapparelli's as well. Even if you don't have Italian for dinner, you MUST go to Vaccaro for dessert.
Reply
Reply
post #12 of 49
5/13/10 at 3:34pm
Thread Starter 
Thanks, all. And JB, don't f__ up my flight plans. (I'm flying in and out of Dulles for scheduling reasons, so it's on you if something goes wrong.)
Reply
Reply
post #13 of 49
5/13/10 at 3:42pm
Quote:
Originally Posted by AntiHero84 View Post
Totally forgot about Little Italy. In addition to those listed above, check out Chiapparelli's as well. Even if you don't have Italian for dinner, you MUST go to Vaccaro for dessert.
I lived 5 years in ol' Charm City, and I'm glad to see so many of my old faves getting mentions. Vaccaro for the all-you-can-eat desserts on Monday. Obrycki's (though never for crab cakes - just straight-up crabs on butcher paper). Brewer's Art (just announced they're canning their Resurrection Ale). If you like Afghan food, I love Helmand. Great food and a great value. In particular try the Kaddo Borwani - soft pumpkin with garlic yogurt sauce, delicious. edit: also, trivia - Helmand is owned by Hamid Karzai's brother.
Reply
Reply
post #14 of 49
5/13/10 at 5:53pm
+1 to Chiaparellis

Also check out Salt Tavern and Tapas Teatro (wonderful paella and sangria)

Quote:
Originally Posted by shoreman1782 View Post
Just don't go to the Power Plant live chain-a-palooza and you'll be fine.

fixed
Reply
Reply
post #15 of 49
5/13/10 at 5:55pm
+1 on Little Italy... sounds like it fits the group you describe.
Reply
Reply
New Posts  All Forums:Forum Nav:
  Return Home