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Blancos Kitchen and Kocktails - Amazing - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This review probably would be more of a 3.5-star rating, but I'll round up to 4 stars. I was meeting a friend who was traveling to Baltimore so I figured why not incorporate a brunch with his visit. After visiting the website of few places in the area, Blancos worked the best based its menu options, a bottomless mimosa brunch option for an additional $25, and its distance from another venue in the area. I tried making a reservation on the website; however, the link to the reservation option was broken. No worries, since I'm a child of the 80s, I'm not afraid to use the phone and call a business. This part was a bit annoying. I called the restaurant to make a reservation (bc the restaurant's reservation link/page was broken). The woman who answered pretty much told me that the only way that I could make a reservation was through Open Table. I thought that was kind of strange. Since I called the restaurant and had already given her bits of information about my intended visit (day and number for folks), I'm not sure why she could not have put in the reservation for me especially since the reservation link on the restaurant's website didn't work. Perhaps, the restaurant was super crowded when I called, and the person didn't have time (or maybe the interest) to manually make the reservation. Upon arriving, I really enjoyed the fact that the majority of the diners and employees were Black. Since a few of the customers knew members of the staff, I take it that Blancos is a locals spot, which is promising. The restaurant has a nice space with two levels. Although we had a reservation for a table, we decided to sit at the bar because our reserved table appeared to be in a room where there was a large family gathering. We figured that if there was an option to sit somewhere else, why not let the family have full-range of the back area. Our hostess was fine with our last-minute request. Ok, the food! Generally speaking, the food was fine - it was not great but it was not horrible. I thought my Salmon Hash was served with generous portions. I will admit that my food arrived kind of cold. My friend though his food was average. Service was a bit "interesting" because my friend received his food within five minutes of ordering, but I received my food about 15 minutes later. Since I don't live in Baltimore, I did not know too much about the parking scene. However, I think we were super lucky because we found street parking in front of the restaurant. Also, the parking was like only $1.50/hour. This was kind of interesting because 1-3 (I forget the actual distance) blocks away, street parking was like $4.50/hour. To be frank, I'm not even sure if the city checks for validated parking on the weekends, but better safe than sorry. Would I visit again? I think this would depend on the situation and where I am in Baltimore. However, since I do not live in the area, I probably would want to visit other soul food restaurants before taking another shot at Blancos - just for some variety. read more

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Had the chance to stop in this past Sunday for brunch. We celebrated a good friend of mine's birthday. The food was really delicious. They serve brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11-3 with a 2 hour limit with each table. The menu is a plethora of cocktails with a bottomless mimosa option for an additional $30 dollars, an array of omelets and entrees( such as krusty krab benedicts, shrimp and grits, french toast. They also offer the Blanco's breakfast charcuterie board for $75. It is a hearty mix of fried catfish tenders, scrambled eggs, waffles and shrimp and grits. This can easily feed up to 2-3 people. Which is another option for sharing. Also another disclaimer there is a 20% gratuity for large parties. Overall food and service was pretty good. I will definitely return for dinner or possible happy hour. read more

We went here for our anniversary. We arrived during Happy Hour so I ordered a Margarita. My wife had a couple of French 75s with different gins. We had catfish nuggets which were perfectly cooked. All the apps were steaming hot. Our waiter Fabian was very good. We had a good conversation regardingHe suggested the curry chicken dip and encouraged us to slow down and eat the apps while they were hot. The French 75 was made with conniption gin. I ordered a Negroni and while they didn't have any Campari, Fabian got creative using some Aperol and St Germaine for an interesting twist. My wife had the lamb chops that was delicious. My steak was just ok. I say good diner steak. The vegetable de jour was a mix of onions, squash, carrots and peppers. The corn was a full piece on the Cobb. We also had butter toffee cake. I would say for a place with Kocktails in their name, need to up their ice game. Cool place; would come again! read more

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Met up with a group of new friends for a social hour at Blancos. Because we were a private party they had us seated in a private room in the back. Nice space to have a dinner party for about 20 if you wanted. Customer service was good, music on point and the aesthetics just made you want to kick back and spend all your money. I ordered the curry chicken salad and Hennessy Red for my cocktail. When I tell you they owe me nothing I mean it. That salad was AMAZING. I can't get back soon enough to order it again. All the components of the salad go well together. Spring mix topped with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, sweet plantains and a curry chicken salad. It came with some type of apple cider vinegar dressing on the side that was chefs kiss. My henny red was so smooth. I mean they really knew what they were doing over there. Tens across the board, definitely recommend. read more

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Heard about this spot and it's been on my list. Visited recently for brunch during Restaurant Week with friends. We had a great time! Our server, Myron, was very friendly and helpful. Mikayla was also very pleasant. The hostess whose name I didn't catch was such a pleasure. Parking was a little tight especially following the snow storm. I ended up in a garage just across the street that is $7 on weekends, so not bad. The restaurant Week menu included a peach bellini or a mimosa, an entree and the sweet potato cheesecake. I really enjoyed the bellini. I did the salmon hash which was just ok. The sweet potato cheesecake was good but I won't be pressed to get it now again. I would be back for the regular brunch menu which includes unlimited mimosas for $25! Sounds like a steal! The happy hour specials look great. I would definitely come back for that or brunch! read more

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Been here twice in the past week. The fried catfish is sooooo good. Nice and lightly battered. Both times we did carry-out but I want to go back for their brunch and/or happy hour. The only thing I didn't like was the buffalo shrimp, tasted like shrimp with buffalo sauce, too much sauce, overpowered the shrimp. The mac 'n cheese, fries and plantains were good too. The plantains were cooked well but I didn't taste any spice on them. Looks nice and chill on the inside of the restaurant, has a nice bar area too. I also tried the butter toffee cake, that was yummy. read more

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I enjoyed the garlic mashed potatoes and the mixed greens . The steak and the snapper were good as well . There were other items I want to go back and try . Spacious place with 2 levels . They offer brunch as well. The banana pudding sundae was amazing . The server was very nice and the chef even came to the table to say a few words . read more

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Blanco's was quite a great time. I came in on a Friday night and it was bustling. The first thing I noticed was that the DJ was doing his thing--the music was amazing (though on the louder side so you may have to ask companions to repeat themselves). Also of note was the service. The waiter noticed that our table was rickety and placed a stopper beneath it, our drinks stayed filled, and, with each course coming out more slowly than we expected, communicated clearly about the delays. The food was mostly good. The salmon and pasta were presented well though it felt like they were less than the sum of their parts. Some creole seasoning would've made the pasta incredible. The tomato soup (soup of the day) was savory and hearty while the spinach salad was perfection. The ingredients complemented one another quite well and the dressing was heavenly. We didn't get a chance to try out their bread pudding (we'd heard great things) but the brownie was outstanding. I will most certainly come back! 8.5/10 read more

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First, the food was delicious! 10/10. The service, impeccable! We had a lunch party of 10 and they accompanied us quite well. We had to play a bit of musical chairs but only so we could have some privacy and experience the intended vibe of the restaurant. It's new, so they have some bugs to work out but whatever we needed, they provided. The entire kitchen seemed to come to us when we needed something which was beautiful! We spent time getting to know the Chef (soooo so sweet) and that was much appreciated. He provided a summary of the intentions of the menu, and invited us to return once their alcohol license is approved. This spot will be a vibe, I can already tell. I can't wait to come back in a month or so and try their dinner menu. read more

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A Must-Try Spot: Blanca's Kitchen and Kocktails From the moment we walked in, Blanca's Kitchen and Kocktails delivered an unforgettable experience. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, filled with great music, good energy, and a vibe that makes you want to stay a while. Let's talk about the food--absolutely incredible! Every dish was bursting with flavor and the portion sizes were more than generous (just how I like it). For our first visit, we tried the honey hot curry chicken wings, chicken curry with spinach dip, and a perfectly cooked catfish sandwich. Each bite was better than the last. On top of the amazing food, the customer service was genuine and top-notch. It's clear that this place cares about creating a great experience from start to finish. Long story short--we'll definitely be back. If you're looking for a spot to eat well, enjoy the atmosphere, and soak up some good vibes, Blanca's Kitchen and Kocktails is the place to be! A Must-Try Spot: Blanca's Kitchen and Kocktails From the moment we walked in, Blanca's Kitchen and Kocktails delivered an unforgettable experience. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, filled with great music, good energy, and a vibe that makes you want to stay a while. Let's talk about the food--absolutely incredible! Every dish was bursting with flavor and the portion sizes were more than generous (just how I like it). For our first visit, we tried the honey hot curry chicken wings, chicken curry with spinach dip, and a perfectly cooked catfish sandwich. Each bite was better than the last. On top of the amazing food, the customer service was genuine and top-notch. It's clear that this place cares about creating a great experience from start to finish. Long story short--we'll definitely be back. If you're looking for a spot to eat well, enjoy the atmosphere, and soak up some good vibes, Blanca's Kitchen and Kocktails is the place to be! read more

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First of all the playlist was amazing. It was a mix of R&B songs, but they were remixed with other genres. Everyone enjoyed their appetizers and entrées. The short rib Ramen needed a little bit of salt, but once a few granules of salt were sprinkled on it it was perfection. Three people ordered the rum punch, and they all wholeheartedly agreed that it was very, very, very strong. Our waitress was very good and accommodating. I didn't really like that I had to go all the way downstairs and the back of the building to use the bathroom, but it was very spacious and clean in there. Be warned, parking was horrific because it's street parking.‍ read more

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I was in Baltimore for the Brandy and Monica concert on a Sunday night and grabbed dinner before the show started. The watermelon margarita was delicious and fried catfish meal with Mac & cheese and broccoli were amazing. Large portions but great prices. The bartenders were friendly and efficient. The main level was almost full and the energy was vibrant. read more

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I went to blanco kitchen and kocktails & everything about this restaurant was amazing. When you look on the menu it can get a bit overwhelming because everything sounds so good you want to order everything! I ended up ordering from the brunch menu and got shrimp & grits with an espresso Martini and mimosa. Our server was very kind & made sure my friend had been taken care of since she graduated from college. I would recommend this restaurant for a sexy date night, brunch with the girlies, AND for family after events. read more

Blancos Kitchen and Kocktails - Espresso Martini - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Great experience while visiting from the Bay Area. Was only sad that we weren't there for dinner menu. read more

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I saw this place on Instagram and was excited to give it a try. I had a reservation for 1:00 p.m. and arrived at 12:58, but I wasn't seated until around 1:10. The restaurant is relatively small and wasn't crowded, yet there was no host at the entrance. Several guests who arrived after us eventually seated themselves. After being seated, my family and I waited another 10-15 minutes without anyone taking our order. There appeared to be only one person working the dining area, and he was handling everything--from managing the bar and distributing menus to taking orders--while the rest of the staff remained in the kitchen. Since we were hungry and had somewhere to be by 3:00 p.m., we decided to leave and eat elsewhere. Unfortunately, I never got the chance to try the food, even though I had been looking forward to brunch. The only thing I received was a glass of water, which was fine. Based on this experience, I wouldn't recommend this restaurant if timely and attentive service is important to you. We ended up going to Miss Toya's in Baltimore, where we were seated promptly and received our food quickly. I would only consider returning if the restaurant improves its staffing and customer service. This experience was extremely disappointing, and I'm kind of embarrassed that I even took my family here.... read more

BOB- Nice small and intimate place. I sat at the bar and was greeted with a warm welcome by the bartender Yaz. She gave us her recommendations and we went off that. We ordered catfish, buffalo shrimp and mac&cheese. The fish and shrimp were great (I forgot to take a pic), but the mac didn't come out until we were well done with our food and we actually forgot about it. But they were fine with us sending it back. I'll be coming back for HH and to try the lamb chops. read more

Blancos Kitchen and Kocktails - Green tea shooter - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

First off, the service was absolutely amazing. I do not give that recommendation lightly. The owner came up to the table and greeted us, the music was popping almost as much as the food. The chef came to the table as well. I got the crab cake sandwich and the honey lemon pepper wings, bravo. Bravo. They finished it off with the bread pudding Sunday, oh my god. That was so delicious. If you're in Baltimore, give this place I try. Five stars easy. Everyone at our table was immensely satisfied. read more

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India was our server and she was amazing! She was attentive without being intrusive. Anytime I thought I wanted something she'd already handled it. The hostess Shada, provided a warm welcome and seemless handoff. The food was also bomb so I'll be back! read more

Was in town for a concert & wanted a brunch spot. Reviews weren't bad & took a chance. 1. The entrance/ main area is tight. When we were taken to our seat in the back, passed the kitchen & saw MAD tickets that were waiting to be worked. The waitress came over and said the wait for food is 1hr, the wait for drinks is the 1hr. . Say what? People were back there & were WAITING over an hour. We got up & left. Would love to experience the spot.. But this was not a good first impression. read more

If I could give a rating of 0 starts I honestly would!!! We arrived at 2:15 for a 2pm reservation. Once we got inside to check in, we were asked to give the hostess a minute so she could clean off the table (no problem). Once we were seated and told a waitress would be with us shortly...we sat for at least 20 minutes before the hostess realized (as she was seating another couple next to us and also brought them glasses of water w/in seconds of them being seated) that no one had even come to give us a glass of water. While we were excited to try this spot out especially since we were celebrating his birthday.... It was a huge NO! read more

The food was excellent! Flavorful and bold. Came with a large group of people and we loved it.

Shout out to Chef Davon who came out to greet us! A collegue and I were in from out of town and picked this restaurant because it was near our hotel. Long story short he was kind enough to make us his phenomenal Chef Davon Ziggy Pasta is a MUST! Soo delicious and flavorful..for appetizers we had the catfish tenders super juicy and flavorful, along with the spinach salad, and the curry chicken. The place was very chill and the staff offered great customer service. Overall, this is a place I am definitely coming back when I come to Baltimore!! read more

What an amazing place. The atmosphere is fantastic and the service was truly the best I've had in ages - none of it tops the food though. Their brunch menu is to die for (served until 3pm on weekends). I had the Krusty Krab - it was a Cajun themed crab cake (a marvelous crab cake) with a fried green tomato and eggs Benedict on top of an English muffin. Wow was this ever the best combo. Friends had Cajun lobster and grits - unique spin on shrimp and grits; I grabbed a bite and fell in love with that too. Def try the Krusty Krab eggs Benedict. I can't wait to go back for their dinner menu. read more

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Had a business lunch meeting with my grant writer mentor. The strawberry salad was a great appetizer size, would have preferred fresher shredded greens, but had nice flavor. The beyond burger was cooked well w caramelized onions, crispy onions and smoked cheddar/provolone. The bread pudding slightly overpriced at $13 but had nice flavor, not spectacular for the value. India bar staff made sweet ice tea & pineapple splash. Thomas was a good waiter, lil new but has much promise. Stop pass if in area try something different, urban and relaxing. They have an amazing downstairs space for events read more

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We went Valentine's Day. The food was pretty good but very slow (and they were not super crowded). The drinks were also slow. The music is too loud for dinner conversation. The manager/owner was nice enough to discount our meal when I complained about the slow service. I am going to give them another chance. read more

The food here is unbelievable delicious. The watermelon salad was great. The curry chicken spinach dip was freaking amazing. The jerk chicken cheesesteak was seasoned to perfection. The service was amazing and the decor was nice. They have two floors. Plenty of room for a private gathering if needed. Definitely check this place out, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Great food and great service. India was our server and she was top notch. Food was really good. Salmon skillet was a hit.

Management is horrible. Food was edible, although the collard greens were way too salty. Most of our food came out cold. They were not happy about accommodating us. The bacon and the sausage was over cooked, the fried lobster was bland, the drinks were horrible. There were 17 women in our party needless to say none of us will EVER be returning to this black establishment because of the way we were treated. Shay was the best part of our experience. The manager was rude to someone in my party because she wanted her pancakes hot and I guess she told her boss the owner. So a few moments later we were informed that we could not order anything else as if we would and we basically needed to leave. Aren't we entitled to hot food. I have never been treated like this ever. That's all I see on social media patronize black owned businesse. I try and this is what happens. read more

I had to choose a restaurant for after graduation for my daughter. It was a large party so we were able to have a private room. They were very sweet and catering. We had pretty much everything on the menu. The food, service and drinks were all great. I would highly recommend it. read more

It's a whole vibe! Great food, and entertainment! The servers are pleasant and attentive. Free 2 hr parking. Try it

Such a great hidden gem. Great service and food. Southern with a Caribbean twist. We were visiting for the weekend and went twice. Dinner on Friday and brunch on Sunday. The catfish was amazing! Lightly breaded and flavorful. Wings!! So tender and seasoned perfectly. Highly recommend. read more

Blancos Kitchen and Kocktails - Banana's Foster Pancakes - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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I loved everything about Blanco's _ the food was divine, the service was exceptional, the portions were more than adequate, the ambiance was cool and calming _ a very well designed renovation indeed. You need to get there! Bravo Blanco's, we see you, Baltimore wants you here, you are representing! read more

Everything we had was delicious. Great food. Friendlyandprofessional service. Chilled, relaxing atmosphere. And we finished with the most delightful Bread pudding. So make sure you save room for dessert read more

Was there last night and everything was Excellent Food, Service and Excellent Wait Staff. Will be going back real soon.

Loved the food -the curried chicken salad!! The wait staff was so nice and attentive!! I will be back...

owner and chef are the rudest people I think I've ever encountered. My food came out ice cold but they didn't want to fix it! And my mother's food was bland.. they didn't want to remove or discount the messed off items which is horrible if they're planning on trying to stay open any longer. Also heard from previous employees she doesn't treat them right or shorts there checks!! read more

Had the pleasure of dining here on Saturday. The atmosphere, service, music, and food were amazing. Thank you to the chef for taking the time to come out and speak with us. Can't wait to come back for dinner . read more

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Catfish is absolutely delicious! However, for lunch I will not return here. The music is played so loudly you can barely hear yourself think let alone have a conversation with your business client or friend. That is a shame since the food and service is great. Prices are reasonable too. read more

I stopped in for a glass of wine (delicious) and ended up also getting a salmon blt. The salmon was cooked to perfection! The owners were super friendly and the bartender, Fabian, was and very knowledgeable. read more