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Explorer's Lounge - Royal Sonesta Harbor Court Baltimore

Cuisine: African, American, Brazilian, Caribbean, Creole, Eclectic, Latin, Middle Eastern, Moroccan

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Explorer's Lounge offers an impeccable view of the Inner Harbor to hotel guests and other patrons. Located inside the Intercontinental Hotel in Harbor Court, guests can enjoy safari-inspired decor with the embellishments of animal murals, like faux leopard-skin chairs, dark-wood and leather furniture amidst private nooks. The atmosphere is laid back and toned down, perfect if you're looking for a slower pace and are tired from a day of business or exploring in the city. Menu offerings like bison burgers, African Merguez sausage, and other items will transport your taste buds from the Chesapeake to some other destination in the world.

Address:

550 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

Phone:

4102340550

EXPERT TIPS BY: Tawanna Browne Smith
Family Travel Expert

Restaurants with Harbor Views: "Explorer's Lounge is just one of your dining choices at the InterContinental."

Explorer's Dinner Menu
- Small Bites & Sips
  
  Open-Faced Heirloom Tomato BLT
  
  Pork Bellies, Arugula, Peppercorn Bleu Cheese Dressing ($12.00)
  
  Italian Cheese Flatbread
  
  Roasted Tomato Basil Sauce, Fresh Buffalo Mozzarella, Marinated Chopped Basil, Tear Drop Tomatoes ($11.00)
  
  Crab Margarita Flatbread
  
  Artichoke, Crab Meat, Portobello Mushrooms, Fresh Herbs, Mozzarella, Drizzle of Olive Oil ($14.00)
  
  Charcuterie
  
  Georgetown Local Hot Link Sausage, Roasted Vegetables, Charred Meat, Soft Local Rainey Drain Cheese with Grilled Baguette ($14.00)
  
  Harbor Court Honey Wings
  
  Crispy Wings Tossed in Honey, Cucumber Slaw Garnish w/ Clintro ($15.00)
  
  Fried Calamari
  
  Spicy Diablo and Tartar Sauce ($13.00)
  
  Fish Tacos (3)
  
  White Fish, Flour Tortilla, Red Onion, Cilantro, Old Bay Sour Cream ($18.00)
  
  Traditional Maryland Crab Soup
  
  Seasonal Vegetables, Corn, Old Bay, Lump Crab Meat ($12.00)
- Fresh From the Farmers Market
  
  House Salad
  
  Mesclun Greens, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Carrots, Red Onions ($7.00)
  
  Caesar Salad
  
  Chopped Romaine, Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, Garlic Crostini ($10.00)
  
  Quinoa & Kale
  
  Blue Berries, Bean Sprouts, Sunflower Seeds, Artichoke Chips, Lemon Vinaigrette ($13.00)
  
  Harbor Court Cobb Salad
  
  Mesclun Greens, Pear Tomatoes, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Hard Boiled Eggs, Chopped Bacon, Avocado, Lump Crab Meat ($18.00)
- Fork & Knife
  
  Cornmeal Crusted Red Snapper
  
  Corn Pudding, Tomato and Onion Ragu ($32.00)
  
  Grilled Crusted Pacific Salmon
  
  Sweet Potato Hash, Garnished with Grilled Leeks and Topped with a Citrus Honey Butter Sauce ($28.00)
  
  Pan Seared Rockfish
  
  Caper Butter Sauce on a Bed of Steamed Bok Choy ($30.00)
  
  Maryland Bouillabaisse
  
  Lump Crab Meat, Jumbo Shrimp, Clams, Mussels, with a Herb Tomato Broth with Toasted Baquette ($38.00)
  
  Maryland Broiled Crab Cake 5 oz.
  
  Lump Crab Meat Served with French Fries, Cole Slaw, Old Bay Remoulade
  
  Rotisserie Chicken
  
  1/2 Chicken, Fresh Succotash (Corn, Lima Beans, Red Onions, Fresh Herbs, Kidney Beans, Black-Eyed Peas, and Fresh Tomatoes) ($26.00)
  
  Bone-In Rib Eye
  
  12 oz. South African Spice Rib Eye, Yukon Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Shiraz Demi Glace ($34.00)
  
  Low Country French Pork Chop
  
  Creamy Collard Greens Rissotto, Roasted Candied Shallots, Topped with Blackberry Demi Glace ($28.00)
  
  Vegetarian Gnocchi
  
  Chives, Seasoned Corn, Portobello Mushrooms, Grape Tomatoes in a light Garlic Cream Butter Sauce ($20.00)
Explorer's Lunch Menu
- From the Kettle
  
  Traditional Maryland Crab
  
  Seasonal Vegetables, Corn, Old Bay ($12.00)
  
  French Onion
  
  Gruyere Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Brioche ($9.00)
- Greens
  
  House Salad
  
  Mesclun Greens, Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Carrots, Red Onions ($7.00)
  
  Caesar Salad
  
  Chopped Romaine, Caesar Dressing, Parmesan, Garlic Crostini ($9.00)
  
  Quinoa & Kale
  
  Blue Berries, Bean Sprouts, Sunflower Seeds, Artichoke Chips, Lemon Vinaigrette ($12.00)
  
  Harbor Court Cobb Salad
  
  Mesclun Greens, Pear Tomatoes, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Hard Boiled Eggs, Chopped Bacon, Avocado, Lump Crab Meat ($18.00)
  
  Grilled Shrimp and Watermelon Salad
  
  Organic Greens, Marinated Watermelon, Red Onions, Fresh Herbs with a Honey Citrus Vinaigrette ($14.00)
  
  Black and Bleu
  
  Sliced Sirloin, Field Greens, Bleu Cheese, Tomato, Sliced Onions, Balsamic Dressing ($14.00)
- With The Hands
  
  Sonesta Turkey Club
  
  Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Honey Pepper Blackened Bacon, Smoked Turkey, Horseradish Mustard Aioli ($12.00)
  
  Veggie Sandwich
  
  Butternut Squash, Gruyere Cheese, Sautéed Onions Toasted on a Multigrain Bread ($12.00)
  
  New York-Style Reuben
  
  Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese, Thousand Island Dressing on a Marble Rye Bread ($14.00)
  
  Italian Cheese Flatbread
  
  Roasted Tomato Basil Sauce, Fresh Buffalo Mozzarella, Marinated Chopped Basil, Tear Drop Tomatoes ($11.00)
  
  Crab Margarita Flatbread
  
  Artichoke, Crab Meat, Portobello Mushrooms, Fresh Herbs, Mozzarella, Drizzle of Olive Oil ($14.00)
  
  Explorer Burger
  
  8oz Certified Black Angus, Honey Pepper Blackened Bacon, Red Onion, Lettuce, Tomato, White Cheddar Cheese, Old Bay Aioli Sauce on Brioche Bun ($14.00)
  
  Maryland Crab Cake Po Boy
  
  4 oz Fried Crab Cake, Shredded Iceberg, Sliced Roma Tomatoes, Remoulade Sauce ($18.00)
  
  Chives Gnocchi
  
  Roasted Corn, Portobello Mushrooms, Tear Drop Tomatoes Tossed in a Light Cream Sauce Pickles ($16.00)

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