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    Benny’s

    4.5 (84 reviews)
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    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Meatballs with burrata
    Dan W.

    Staff was very attentive and kind. Wanted to order more but was too stuffed off the huge balls. Loved that they came paired with burrata n bread. Everything about these meatballs were scrumptious. Oh! And if you like pepperonis try the martini

    Lobster ravioli
    Sara Z.

    I made a last minute reservation for Valentine's Day dinner on a whim, but am glad I came, and will definitely return! Service was speedy despite how busy they were. They're known for the meatballs so we ordered them to share as a starter. They were pretty good!! I liked the sauce too, but the bread could have been warmer, and it was a touch stale. For my main, I got the lobster ravioli served in a vodka sauce. It's seasonal, but I wish it were there year round. It was so good! Creamy, and they actually gave a decent portion where I was full when I finished it. It also had some decent spice to it which was great. The drink menu is really unique too. They have a pepperoncini martini, which wasn't for me, and some other twists on standard drinks. They have great happy hour specials too, and would love to check them out if I could make it to Baltimore during a weekday. Overall, solid menu, service, quality, and the prices are very fair!

    Linguine con vongole
    Ellen H.

    I don't know why my last review was 4 stars, it should have been 5! Since I left my first review, we've been back a few times and have loved it more and more. We've come in for dinner, an afternoon drink and snack, and most recently, we walked over for a late dinner after visiting the Christmas Village in the Inner Harbor. The service is great, the food is impeccable, the drinks are delicious, and the vibes are so friendly, exactly how a neighborhood bar should be. Love ya, Benny's!

    'Best balls on the block' (appetizer)
    Tina C.

    Possibly as advertised with truly the "best balls on the block" (keeping in mind the size of the block). This place had excellent energy on a Friday night with live music and sports playing at the bar. Very friendly service, and overall efficient despite being pretty busy. We weren't blown away by the food but enjoyed the generous portions. The rigatoni al pistachio and "best balls on the block" (meatball appetizer) were solid; the chicken parm was okay. Plenty of leftovers after an already filling meal.

    Heidi F.

    Excited to try Benny's in Little Italy. I had been to a the previous location a few years back and was so happy to see the new location. We didn't have a reservation but we're able to eat at the bar. The bar wasn't crowded at all. The menu out front was completely different to what we were given and were told it just changed this week and those items were no longer available. The new menu was fine and we were able to find things we wanted to try. I got the Chesapeake linguine and my husband tried the Pistachio Rigatoni. I also got the stiff coke to drink. The dishes took a little time to come out, I wish there was some bread before - I didn't see it on the menu to order. My dish was tasty but once I ate the shrimp I was completely turned off. The shrimp was terribly over cooked. I flagged the waitress and she immediately took my dish and shortly returned with new shrimp on top of my pasta. While handled quickly I wish they had replaced the whole dish as it felt like it sat for some time. The rigatoni was a great dish and the fennel gave it a lot of flavor. The coke cocktail was unique and I really liked it. Overall a nice experience - great atmosphere! I just wish the shrimp dish was better prepared.

    Braciole Messenesi
    David T.

    In Baltimore for a conference and walked over from my hotel. Sat at the bar and had a braciole messinesi to start. The mozzarella's flavor was a little stronger than the meat. But I liked the cheese. The Puttensca Alla Norma was the star of the show. The pasta was cooked perfectly, the sauce was delicious and the chunks of eggplant, olives and tomatoes were terrific. I came back again later in the week and had some meatballs and a salad for a 'lighter' dinner.

    Pistachio pasta
    Emily K.

    I stopped in for a late lunch on a day trip to Baltimore and had a great time at Benny's! I sat at the bar and the vibes were very chill on a Saturday afternoon. I ordered the famous rigatoni al pistachio and it was solid! Pretty mild flavor compared to a regular pesto but it was really nice with the fennel sausage. I didn't get a chance to try the famous meatballs but that will be for next trip!

    Meatball Appetizer  "Best balls on the block"
    Andy Y.

    A great experience all around! We were warmly greeted by the host and seated promptly. The service was fast and very friendly. We started off with a couple orders of the "best balls on the block" and it did not disappoint! I opted for Liam's Big Chicken Dinner (essentially Chicken Parm) and it was delicious! The sauce was a little absent, but glad we had the sauce left over from the meatballs to add on top. A fun neighborhood spot that we would love to return for more! Enjoy!

    Focaccia pizza
    Sarah B.

    I love Benny's and could write an entire review just on their focaccia pizza (currently only available for lunch on weekends). Make a reservation but if you're not able to they have several spots at the front and bar for walk ups. They have great drinks; I especially love the sangria. Tons of yummy foods and the veggie balls were great. Can't wait to go again!

    Tyler C.

    I have a new Little Italy favorite. Small space. Great balls (meatball/eggplant) . Friendly space with personal service and a desire to please.

    Charming Hugo
    Raven T.

    Glad I gave Benny's a second shot. This experience was much improved from the first. Our server was friendly and efficient, I finally got to try the meatballs, and the pistachio pasta was unexpected and delicious!

    Jasmine M.

    I love Bennys! I used go here when it was Joe Bennys with the pizzas and I'm so glad it's back! The dining room in the back is very cute and a nice place for a more fancy night but love the bar up front for more casual evenings and watching the Os! The espresso martinis might be some of my fave in Baltimore because of the pistachio! They have happy hour during the weekdays! I always get the eggplant meatballs w polenta, a focaccia and then the pistachio pasta! I love Bennys - they treat you so nicely and like family!

    Eggplant meatballs with polenta and sauce.
    Manny S.

    A restaurant with great charm in Little Italy. Owner, servers and bar staff seem to treat all customers like family.. your first experience there will make you feel like a regular. Besides the service, the food will bring you back. House made pasta and sauces, along with Focaccia Pizzas, and meatballs (vegetarian options too.) I highly recommend getting their focaccia pizzas, any of the pastas with their delicious pesto sauce and try the eggplant meatballs!

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    2 years ago

    My new found city restaurant! The meatballs and the gnocchi were outstanding. Don't skip the Focaccia. Excellent service!

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    2 years ago

    Deliciousness all around! Cant beat anything meatball, octopus was great, salads fantastic, and the pizza....yum!!!

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    2 years ago

    The pizza is AMAZING but we also ordered the fish entree and it was very bad. however the pizza is so so good.

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