Charleston: One of Baltimore’s Best Fine Dining Restaurants
Charleston is Baltimore’s fine dining icon in Harbor East, where a choose-your-own tasting menu (mine was $132 for four courses) is worth every splurgy penny.
The Hideaway Odenton: What to Order at This AMAZING Maryland BBQ Spot
The Hideaway in Odenton smokes its meats over pecan wood and fries its wings crispy. Here’s what to order, the blackberry chipotle sauce, and why I keep going back.
Julep Annapolis: A Go-To Spot for Southern Comfort Food
Julep in Annapolis serves some of the best Southern comfort food around, from pecan-smoked fried chicken to piping-hot biscuits with honey butter and pepper jelly.
5th & Steaks Catonsville: Maryland’s Go-To Spot for Philly Cheesesteaks
5th & Steaks in Catonsville is where this Philly cheesesteak spot got its start. Here’s what to order, from The Pepper Jawn to those loaded 5th Fries.
Fox’s Den: A Must-Try Pizza Spot in Downtown Annapolis
Fox’s Den in Annapolis hides wood-fired pizza and killer shared plates in a cozy Main Street basement, and those smoked carrots might steal the show.
Andy Nelson’s BBQ: A Standout Barbecue Spot in Cockeysville, MD
Andy Nelson’s Barbecue in Cockeysville is a Maryland pit beef institution since 1981. Here’s my real take on the pit beef, smokehouse wings, and cornbread.
Killa Dogz Baltimore: Loaded Gourmet Hot Dogs
Killa Dogz in Baltimore stacks loaded gourmet hot dogs like the Nacho Dog and Chicago Dog, plus funnel cake fries worth the trip. Here’s what to order.
8 Must Visit Restaurants in Hanover
From real Cantonese dim sum to the best mango sticky rice of my life, here are 8 must-visit restaurants in Hanover, MD that I go back to again and again.
The Trolley Stop: A Historic Breakfast Spot in Ellicott City
The Trolley Stop in Ellicott City sits in an 1833 stone building, serving hearty breakfast, scrapple, and blueberry pancakes with real history on every wall.
Fraiche DC: Cajun-Caribbean Dining in Columbia Heights
Fraiche in DC’s Columbia Heights is chef Matt Price’s Cajun-Caribbean spot. Here’s what to order (the short rib!), the vibe, and everything to know before you go.