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1. Charleston
1000 Lancaster St, Baltimore, MD 21202 · 410-332-7373
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INNER HARBOR. Improvisational cookery and Southern hospitality blend to create appealing atmosphere at this upscale local favorite. The dimly lit, romantic dining room whisks you away to a world of Old South gentility, and the three, four, five, and six-course tasting menus make the most of fresh local seafood while pushing the limits of culinary creativity. The offerings from the wine cellar are unrivaled in the area, and the servers know the menu and the wines so they can help you create a memorable meal.
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2. Prime Rib
1101 N Calvert St, Baltimore, MD 21202 · 410-539-1804
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$$$$31 - $50
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DOWNTOWN. This retro-hip steakhouse has a swingin' kind of atmosphere that makes you think you might spot Frank Sinatra and the rest of the Rat Pack hanging out at a back table. A recent Baltimore poll named the sophisticated spot the most popular restaurant in the city, and it's easy to see why. Dark woods, animal prints, and dim lighting lend a stylishly romantic vibe; plus, martinis are well-mixed and steaks are superb. Try filet mignon, melt-in-your-mouth prime rib, and bourbon bread pudding as a grand finale. Enjoy jazzy live music played on the shiny white piano.
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INNER HARBOR. Located in the Harbor Court Hotel, this elegant dining and tea room features fine chandeliers, dainty furnishings and a beautiful view of the harbor. Drawing straight from the waters of the Chesapeake, the kitchen boasts artful presentations of fresh seafood, and other delicacies such as turtle soup and frog legs also appear on the menu. High tea served daily.
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4. Linwood's
25 Crossroads Dr, Owings Mills, MD 21117 · 410-356-3030
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OWINGS MILLS. One of Baltimore's finest eating establishments, this is a masculine, club-like setting for power meetings or special occasions, and the New American cuisine never disappoints. Tournedos of barbecued tuna with fried oysters and country ham, and venison served alongside orange-infused wild rice are two uniquely satisfying and beautifully presented options. The sophisticated dining room and the popular bar are great places to see and be seen, and a counter near the kitchen is perfect for people who are dining alone. Reservations recommended.
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CHARLES VILLAGE. This is Indian cuisine fit for a king or a queen. Solicitous service, a fabulously ornate dining room and a lovely outdoor patio supplement a perfectly executed menu of flavorful Indian favorites. Enjoy excellent chicken tikka masala with a rich tomato-based sauce, spicy grilled shrimp in limejuice and chili, or the exotic Bengali swordfish in a tangy-sweet mango sauce. On warm evenings, take advantage of the garden dining area, which creates a tranquil oasis with its trickling fountain.
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6. Corks
1026 S Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21230 · 410-752-3810
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SOUTH BALTIMORE. Located in a historic rowhouse, this high-end restaurant offers a casually elegant space in which to enjoy extraordinary New American cuisine. As its name implies, the restaurant boasts an unusual selection of wines, primarily from small domestic vineyards, and the menu lists a suggested wine pairing for each dish. Masterpieces from the kitchen include grilled Moroccan spice-scented lamb shank and roasted red pepper polenta with goat cheese, fennel and feta slaw.
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7. Boccaccio
925 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202 · 410-234-1322
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LITTLE ITALY. Baltimore's Little Italy is lined with fabulous dining opportunities, but this one is continually heralded as the best of the best. The elegant, candlelit decor makes it a prime setting for romantic evenings, though you are just as likely to see business meetings and casual get-togethers occurring here. Every one loves the impeccable service, the beautiful presentation, and of course, the food. Sit next to the lovely marble fireplace and feast on one of numerous fresh pastas, a tender steak Florentine, and mouthwatering veal scaloppini. The daily specials take advantage of the bounty of each season.
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SOUTH BALTIMORE. Chefs prepare fascinating International concoctions in an open kitchen at this colorfully decorated eatery. From the vegetarian Thai Nirvana (tofu, spinach, banana chutney and garlic in a spring roll) to Balinese mahi mahi on phyllo-wrapped spinach, the cuisine draws on Asian, South American and Mediterranean flavors. Wine $18/bottle. Outdoor tables available.
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9. Aldo's
306 S High St, Baltimore, MD 21202 · 410-727-0700
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LITTLE ITALY. A narrow two-story foyer, flanked with Italianate arches and elegant white columns, adjoins this attractive dining room. The menu emphasizes healthy, flavorful preparation techniques and fresh, seasonal ingredients. Start off with the shrimp St. Andrea with lobster saffron mashed potatoes and tomato garlic butter, and then select a lovely plate of steak, pasta, fish or veal for your main course. Excellent wine list.
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DOWNTOWN. A mural depicting life under the sea highlights the rich, blue interior of this dining room. The menu's bounty includes a raw bar, a daily fresh catch and other magnificent bites like crab-stuffed flounder and tempura lobster tail. Roasted chicken, filet mignon and lamp chops accommodate landlubbers. Happy hour specials on raw bar fare, appetizers and drinks are available Monday-Friday 4pm-7pm. NB Monday through Friday, they offer a three-course prix fixe (soup or salad, main and dessert) for just $30.
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