This was the best dinner of my entire life. Came here for my 40th birthday and they did NOT disappoint. Got a bottle of Nebbiolo or two with our 4 course meal, and they even brought us limoncello at the end of it all!!! I will be coming back. The food was out of this world amazing. read more

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This review is painful to write. For years I've sent people here to see what Baltimore can do. Great food! Reasonably priced (full disclosure, family celebrations are mostly at Charleston next door). And a beautiful view! On the water. With a walkway next to east Harbor hotels. Tonight I loved the cheese but the food was way too spicy to eat. Painfully spicy. Uncomfortable to eat . Not enjoyable. When I told the waitress I couldn't eat it due to the spice she said yeah, she has heard that before. I suggested that she bring some bread. "I guess I can do that" It's not that the food wasn't good. It was inedible due to the spice. The cheese appetizer was creamy and a 10/10. The main course was straight hot sauce. Staff said great would you like to order more?How about ordering dessert? I couldn't eat the food ordered, and I didn't want to order more. Waitstaff wasn't helpful "should I bring you the check? I got another glass of wine, but staff brought the bill with the wine. This place has been open 19 years. It is a close cousin to the best that Baltimore has to offer. When good, this place is great. Tonight wasn't one of those nights. read more

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Overall 3.0-3.5 Food: good bang for your buck, good variety with 4 courses for 85$. Food overall was okay, entrees not as good as the first courses. Pasta was nice and al dente. drinks: good cocktails, great wine options for a variety of prices. Ambiance: cute, a little mainstream. Good service. read more

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I finally had dinner at Cinghiale a couple of weeks ago after having it on my to try list for several years. (What can I say? We're not usually in this neighborhood - but I'm not sure why - the parking isn't as bad as I make out it out in my head. The restaurant offers complementary valet, but we found street parking around the corner, because I wasn't sure I had a cash tip for the valet driver. We ate on a Friday night and were able to find parking easily.) Cinghiale (meaning wild boar in Italian) is an Italian restaurant in Harbor East, with two different dining options. You can eat in the enoteca (wine bar) or more formal osteria (dining room). We ate in the enoteca but - looking around - I didn't think the options were that different from each other (not so formal on the osteria side that I couldn't have eaten there, for example). But the menus are very different, so definitely check both out and see what speaks to you more. (They offer a tasting menu in the osteria - you choose, an antipasti, primi, secondi, and dolci for $85, so keep that in mind as you choose, too.) When you make a reservation, you select whether you'd like to eat in the enoteca or the osteria. My husband and I shared a few dishes: the Insalata Romana (romaine and olive bread crostini with anchovy and parmigiano dressing); the Mezza Rigatoni Carbonara (with duck bacon, October beans, egg yolk, and parmigiano); the lamb meatballs (with creamy polenta, castelvetrano olives, and crispy cipollini onions); and a dessert (I can't find their dessert menu online but I believe it was an Italian cream cake). They were kind of enough to split everything, since we were sharing - always appreciated. My favorite dishes were easily the first two. The salad was classic with a twist (I enjoyed the olive bread crostini instead of a Caesar's more traditional crouton), and and I thought the dressing was appropriately anchovy-forward (if your menu says anchovy, I want to taste the anchovy, am I right?!). I also really enjoyed the pasta. I couldn't believe how much duck bacon flavor got into the sauce itself - you didn't need to get a piece of the duck bacon to get the flavor - it was everywhere. Splitting was the right thing to do here, since it was a rich dish. The next two dishes weren't as successful for me. The lamb meatballs were juicy, and I thought they were great. The polenta was a little too thick for me, and there were just way too many fried onions on the dish (it was covered like it was a green bean casserole on Thanksgiving). The dessert was a miss for us - too sweet and the icing was kind of stiff and hard, like a cake from a grocery store. It just tasted so sweet and one note - like sugar and nothing else. I wouldn't order it again. The service was great (friendly, helpful, attentive), and the restaurant is really comfortable (not stuffy, not too formal, you can definitely dress comfortably and feel at home). I enjoyed a couple of glasses of wine (I appreciated that they offer 6 and 3 oz pours, so you can try smaller glasses if you're interested in tasting a few), while my husband tried a couple of cocktails (I think he tried two different options and enjoyed both but preferred one). Overall, I enjoyed our meal at Cinghiale. I would have changed a few things about a couple of dishes we tried or maybe just ordered differently, but the courses we really enjoyed, the service, and the ambiance really made it a nice evening. I would definitely return, and I'd probably check out the osteria side next for something different! read more

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Cinghiale is still such a great restaurant I keep coming back to for food and service. Staff are always courteous and friendly. Everything I order here is always delicious. I was recently back again for dinner with a friend and I got the Grilled Magret Duck Breast. The sauce was really flavorful and the duck was tender. My friend enjoyed his Pan Seared Swordfish. We also ended up sharing the Zabagliona Panna Cotta for dessert. It was so light and fluffy. Always a great experience here. read more

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Food: Bread - cold and nothing special (did give another portion which is a plus) Tonno Rosso crudo - It was a bit bland Local corn bisque - Soup was way too sweet - The amount of crab they included was laughable Spaghetti Neri - Good flavor but tomato sauce was a bit sweet Pappardelle - The beef was a bit dry but the flavor was decent Grilled blue fin tuna - Sear was good on the tuna and it was flavorful - Fruit was probably the best thing on the plate Pan seared swordfish - Fish was very dry - The potatoes and broccoli were crunchy and seasoned well Affogato - ice cream was sweet and creamy, a good contrast to the bitter espresso Zabaglione - It was light and fluffy, and just the right amount of sweet Service: service was great; everyone was nice and attentive Ambiance: it is very romantic and intimate, there's even a little candle and flowers on the table Price: it was $85 for 4 courses, which is extremely overpriced for how mediocre the food was Overall I am a bit disappointed and would not return read more

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Gorgeous space that makes you feel like you're in an Italian trattoria. Featuring gorgeous lighting that makes everyone looks spectacular. We stopped in late at about 930 just about half an hour before they closed for some pizza. Know that the crust is made in the Abruzzo style, which means it's on a focaccia so it's soft and pillowy. I had mine with guanciale with mozzarella, my companion had a margarita. Keep in mind they don't do any customizations so I had to pick off the hot red peppers off my pizza, which seems like a shame to throw away food when it could've just been left off. But, pizzas were hot and tasty. read more

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Cinghiale never misses. Great location in harbor east its easy to get to. Inside the restaraunt has great ambiance The Service is always attentive. Food is delicious across the board. Go for Happy Hour! read more

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Unfortunately I didn't take pictures since I was here for a work dinner. I will say pretty much everything was absolutely delicious. From the mushrooms on toast, carpaccio, squid, steaks... everything was pretty much spot on. A few dishes were a miss (ravioli and dessert was pretty bad), but overall everything was delicious! Drinks were quickly made and made well - I had way too many espresso martinis and they were perfect. The inside was a great spot for a big group of people or even dinner on your own. Had a great cozy feel especially around the holidays! read more

6/19/25 - Cinghiale is one of our go-to Baltimore restaurants for special occasions, but before Thursday, we hadn't been there since 2022. I'm sorry to say there has been a noticeable drop-off in the overall quality of the dining experience. Our disappointment had nothing to do with the food. Everything we had - zucchini carpaccio, local oysters, mushroom tagliatelle, tuna and dessert - were all up to their usual excellent standards. However, when we last dined at Cinghiale, one could order either a la carte or three dishes for a set price. That last option is now gone. Everything is now a la carte. Service was the most remarkable letdown. Service there (as at Charlston) was always top notch, old school, relaxed but formal. The wait staff was always professional, knowledgeable about the food and drink, and dedicated to making the diner's experience perfect. This time, those factors seemed to be almost entirely missing. The wait staff was much younger, for one thing and more casual. There also seemed to be fewer of them. The young bartender didn't seem to know his stock very well, even admitting he didn't know some whiskey because he's "not a whiskey drinker." Our primary server was a charming young woman who did an acceptable job, just not the quality we expected. Actually, the most recognizable part of the meal were the food runners, who performed at their normal professional level. I don't know if something has changed in management or if the off night was because it was Thursday (which should be no excuse), but it was not the five star experience to which we've become accustomed. We will return, hoping this was a one-off, but they really feel flat on this occasion. read more

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I'm not sure how to feel about the changes here recently. See my prior review; this was essentially my favorite restaurant in the city before. However you can't access the whole menu anymore; you either get the enoteca menu or the dining room menu. Both menus feel very pared down from what it used to be. You also have to specifically request the bread service, which just comes across as cheap unfortunately, and means you'll miss out on it if you don't know to request it! Food is still top notch and I would die for the carbonara with the duck bacon so I'll keep coming back - although definitely less frequently than before. Also for some reason our cocktails took 20 minutes to come out tonight which is fine but they definitely missed out on selling us each another cocktail before the end of our meal. read more

I can't believe it took me more than 4 years to finally get try Cinghiale. My husband's old boss invited us out to dinner here, we made reservations at 5:30 pm on a Wednesday night. We sat in the dining room side and really enjoyed it. They have a 4 course menu for $85 OR you can just order a la carte. We loved out waitress that night, she was very efficent and knew exactly what we needed. We had asked her to put together a cheese and meat plate for us to start, and she absolutely nailed it. It came with the most amazing ripe peaches and this incredible fruit jam. The two cheese's she picked were so insanely good and right up our alley, I had her write the names down so I wouldn't forget them. (La Tur and Caprino). I got the tagliatelle while my husband got the duck. I got to try his duck, and just wow. It is honestly one of the best dishes I've had in Baltimore. The pasta was fantastic, great flavor. We loved it so much, we decided to come back 3 days later. This time we chose to do the 4 course menu with the cheese/meat plate. They also have a happy hour at the bar from 4 - 6 with some really great deals. We waited at the bar for our 5 pm table. We got some drinks, and if we weren't about to have a 4 course meal, I would've gotten some food. Dinner was just as fantastic. I started with the heirloom tomato salad (it came with a ton of tomatoes and was so fresh), then had the agnolotti (the brown butter sauce is INCREDIBLE), had the duck (still so amazing - cooked perfectly, so flavorful, and had these amazing cripsy prosciutto wrapped green beans) and ended with the panna cotta. You could taste thr quality of the cream they used in it. My husband got the tuna crudo, the spaghetti Neri (the sauce was the perfect amount of saltiness/seafood flavor - we were trying to wipe it all up with bread), the strip steak, and the tiramisu. Everything was incredible. We had also let them know it was our anniversary, and they kindly give us free glasses of prosecco. It is a very well run restaurant with impeccable service. We love it here - as you can tell by our twice in 1 week visits. They also offer complimentary valet which is nice. read more

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I ordered the branzino, which was great, and I don't particularly care for fish. The staff took time to explain the menu, and the intimate dining room made it feel like a more refined night out. I'll have to go back and try more! read more

I haven't been to Cinghiale in a very, very long time. I first came here in 2018 and love the fact that if you order a bottle of wine, you can decorate it with a sharpie take the bottle home or leave it in the restaurant. This is a huge restaurant, focused on Italian food and part of the former Foreman Wolfe group now rebranded as of Jan 2025 to Tony Foreman + Co, which I have feelings about. During the Covid years service and food was really lacking (I got a panna cotta one of my favorite desserts but it came frozen solid) but I went back recently for their happy hour and really enjoyed the pasta. The little bites and specifically loved the fact that they had a sbagliato which takes me back to 2022. The staff at the bar are super friendly and they also made me a really great espresso martini with tequila! I haven't been back for dinner in a really long time, but I do really recommend their happy hour which is something you don't often find in Baltimore although it is becoming more popular. read more

Cinghiale - HH menu - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I'm not exactly sure what happened to this restaurant. My wife and I've been going there for 10 or 12 years. Typically when we go when we drive into Baltimore to see a play, and we stop by here and grab food. We've been there enough times, we they kind of know us when we walk in the door. We're pretty much always get the same table. Today I didn't go to the play with my wife did (kid was sick) and brought me home lasagna. The lasagna had no sauce, no meat, did have a little béchamel, minimal cheese, and nine layers of noodle. The only reason I ate it, because I didn't feel like making myself dinner And I was hungry. I'm done with this place. read more

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I'd probably give this place a 3.8/5 FOOD- Calamari 4/5. Never had calamari like this before but it's was yummy. A bit odd to eat because you have to pick up the crunchy park with the actual squid. Chardonnay 4.5/5 chilled and smooth The starter bread was cold and dry. Was expecting a lot better for sure. SERVICE- 5/5 We sat at the bar and Erik was our server/bartender and he was absolutely amazing! So informative and had such a positive attitude which made the experience a lot better. He walked us through the whole menu. AMBIANCE- 5/5 Dim lights, plenty of seating and bar seating available. I probably wouldn't come here again and to be honest- if it weren't for our server Erik and the nice environment, id definitely rate this place 3/5. Definitely recommend this to the people who are looking to do a multi course meal because the portions are small. IF I were to come back, I'd definitely be sitting at the bar again, getting drinks and appetizers. Unfortunately, we left after eating our calamari and drinking our wine because my friend has a red meat allergy and that left us with barely anything to choose from on the menu. read more

Cinghiale - Calamari - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Really friendly waiter Food was great - loved the garganelli, fritto misto, and calamari. The orata was a little too buttery/rich but it went well with the leeks! Their take on a Negroni was a nice twist on a classic read more

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If you're looking for upscale Italian this is the spot. Cinghiale has a magnificent collection of wines with a sommelier that will help you pair with the meal. The food is outstanding (notable highlight is the squid ink pasta and really anything from the Salumi menu). I dream about the tiramisu and espresso martini combo. Love this place. read more

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First time trying this place out and we decided to do it for restaurant week. We had heard great things about Cinghiale but were overall fairly disappointed with our experience. Firstly - seating. We had reserved a table for two and got squeezed into a corner on a tiny little table which was not fun. I was willing to let that go hoping the rest of the night would be fantastic. Service - the maître d'hôtel was a lady out front who came around to all the tables next to us to check in, but never once came to our table. We were the only non caucasian couple in that corner - could have been a total coincidence but one that did stick out to me. The only time she came by was at the end after we had paid for the meal and were lingering for maybe a bit longer than they were expecting us to. She came over and started an awkward conversation about our dining experience. I was pretty honest about how I felt about some of the dishes but she didn't have much to say, and I got the sense she was just there at that point to "gently nudge us out". Food - ended up just going with the main menu rather than the restaurant week one due to options. The seafood linguine and lasagna were mediocre. For desert we tried their tiramisu - again, pretty average in my opinion. We got the burrata in black lentils as an app which was an interesting dish and one that I would recommend. The best part of the restaurant is the ambience - they really have done it up well and the bar area looks fun to hang out. Overall I was pretty let down by the food and service, and expected much more given the price point and reputation they reportedly have. Would I come back? Probably not. read more

From wait staff (especially Marielle) to managers to food interest and quality tonight's experience was very engaging. we had and great meals from Branzino and scallops to the wines, Tiramisu and Afogato. Service from all was polite, efficient and unobtrusive yet friendly. We've been to Cinghiale and Charleston many many times. This night was among the best! read more

I should have cancelled my reservation like I intended to when I saw their menu. I do not recommend for business/corporate dinners. Took 70 minutes between orders and serving. Appetizers and entrees were not flavorful. Have lived in the area for several years, and this is the worst meal I have had in Baltimore. The staff and management were passive-aggressive about dietary restrictions. Again, do not recommend for value, service, food quality, and menu variety. Restaurant responded on Google with a bunch of nothing and excuses versus an apology, so I'm posting here too. read more

Very nicely done. Squash soup was remarkable Atmosphere and waitstaff were perfect.

Excellent service; very timely and did not interrupt conversation (which is a pet peeve of mine) The restaurant is nicely decorated, not too loud but not too quiet; just the right amount of chatter around the place. Now, what everyone comes here for: the food My favorite items were the cheesecake dessert and pistachio panda cotta and the anitipasti platter (with various items such as little toasts, homemade ricotta, zucchini, mortadella, caramelized onion, some pickled vegetables, etc). My most memorable bites: the toast from the appetizer, with homemade ricotta and caramelized onion on top. The desserts were excellent. My main was a pasta dish with seafood in a red sauce (can't remember its name). It was good, just not super memorable or special. It was my first time here and I would love to come back! read more

This was a nice fine dining restaurant in the Harbor East/Fells Point area. We got the bread and cheese to start with, which were definitely very strong. The pasta was also light and nice, but felt like the sauce may have been a slight bit tangy. I wish the portion size was a little more for both, but the food was still great! I went on a weekday so the service was also quick. read more

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We met a family member who was in town here, based on the recommendation of a colleague. The colleague said shorts would be okay, but we dressed up a bit because one of us was coming directly from work, and we're glad we had. This place is worth it. We were seated at a nice table and immediately had a chat about the plates -- you'll understand if you go. Then we debated about what to order, eventually choosing not to have the 4-course prix fixe meal. We chose a couple of appetizers-- zucchini carpaccio (we still don't know what fennel pollen oil is, but is sure is delightful) and corn bisque (omg, heavenly). There was also sourdough and olive bread with olive oil. They sourdough was nothing like you would expect and also wonderful. The olive bread was intense. I loved it. My poor olive-hating husband did not. More for me! We all skipped the pasta dishes, probably a mistake. Two of us had the grilled branzino, one had the grilled tuna. We were all delighted with our choices. I had a glass of Chardonnay that was as light and fruity as my favorite Rieslings. Our family member had a Manhattan of some kind with rye, vermouth, and juniper. Delicious. Dessert was a raspberry sorbet: "This tastes more like raspberry than an actual raspberry!" And a hazelnut chocolate torte with caramel sauce. Have I mentioned the relaxed atmosphere, the "take two hours on your meal" vibe, or the spectacular service? No? Well fine. You see for yourself. This place should have a Michelin star. It was that good. P.s. caper berries, you are my new best friend. read more

Beautiful location right off the water. Super Classy and the meal was delicious, I got The branzino and ended with a tart desert. The service was top notch and everything was really good. read more

We've come to Cinghiale for our anniversary a few times over the years. It's always a special experience for us. The food is always well prepared and presented and service is good. We had the prefixe menu which was a great value for the multi course meal. I had an Arugula salad that was very well done and lightly dressed. The shaved Parmesan was a perfect addition. The second course of tortellini had great flavor and finesse. I could have eaten a full portion and been very happy. The Mediterranean branzino was the best of all. Very well seasoned and perfectly cooked. Really brought out the flavor of the fish. My only criticism is the decor is a little dated. The table we had was with booth seating and it was a little worn. Still a great dining experience. read more

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Great food, great service, beautiful ambience! Another great Foreman Wolf restaurant. Came with 3 friends on a Friday night and we had a reservation, which I recommend. They do have FREE valet which is an incredible amenity in harbor East. Our table got a few appetizers, drinks, wine, and entrees. They have an extensive wine list! I got a cocktail called maybe Cinghiale 76 which was like a gin spritzer - loved it. For dinner, I got the spaghetti Neri. It was very good, it did only have 2 shrimp and overall for $35, a bit of a small portion of pasta. I hate to say but Tagliata offers "half portions" for cheaper and I believe it is the same or slightly more pasta. At $35, I would expect to have leftovers, no one did. The service was next to perfect - swapping plates and cutlery between courses. Ultimately, everything was great but I just felt the pasta was a small portion, that's my only negative feedback. I'd still recommend it and go back! read more

This very solid Italian osteria is located between the Inner Harbor and Fells Point. It's an excellent choice for visitors, especially those staying in the Harbor Point area. Old-school service standards made our dinner a very pleasant experience. We enjoyed the 24-month aged prosciutto di Parma starter and the heirloom tomato and peach salad. The bread service included a delicious rendition of olive-studded focaccia. The wine list was extensive and interesting; I chose a glass of Bolgheri superiore, which paired beautifully with the spaghetti di chitarra with cinghiale ragu I selected for my entrée. We found the desserts to be a bit overly sweet. The service was exceptional---professional, yet friendly. Prices were high, but in line with the beautiful ambience and excellent service. Plan on about $75 per person. read more

A big beautiful bar and lovingly curated wine program. Traditional Italian fine dining right-sized in the sort of portions more of us should eat (and priced like it was 2019). There's a happy hour (cocktails are the standout) and a wine night (ask the Som for a recommendation). I've been going out in Harbor East ever since there was anything to go out to here and somehow never stopped at Cinghiale despite walking by it many a time. Too fancy, Italian isn't my first choice of cuisine, other excuses. That was my loss- I really like it. The main portions are a little smaller than many of us might expect for Italian, but about right for comfortable eating while drinking or date nights. I'm not a huge fan of the happy hour food options but they're a good introduction to how the kitchen here cooks. The bar is super spacious, perfectly comfortable for a full meal for those of us who trend casual or dine solo. After 3 visits, I'm sold on this place. Owners Foreman Wolf have done good by Baltimore- I still miss my old favorite Pazo, my favorite ever of their concepts. Don't miss this if you're a fan of classic Italian or wine, or the combination. read more

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When I travel, Italian restaurants are usually not so high on my search list. But a friend also in the area mentioned having had a memorable dinner at Cinghiale a few years ago, so a group of us decided to go there on a Saturday evening for dinner. It was just about a perfect experience, from the service to the food to the drink to the atmosphere... everything. While you can order any item individually, your best bet is Prezzo Fisso from which you can still order any item from each course. Since I've been exploring new (to me) Italian wines, I also took advantage of the option for an additional $30 to include the recommended wines (3 oz, 3 oz, and 6 oz). Our server was quite flexible with us, giving us extra time to finish cocktails before starting the food and wine service. Everything was amazing, and the wines most definitely paired well with what I ordered. Dessert is not included with Prezzo Fisso, but it's worth adding on to your dining experience. I found it a little ironic, that for all the positive comments I've heard about dining in Little Italy here, I'd find an excellent Italian restaurant along the waterfront. read more

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I'd never been to Cinghiale, so I came for restaurant week. I actually didn't end up ordering off the restaurant week menu, but chose off the regular menu instead. I started with the Heirloom Tomato and Peaches and they dish was super fresh. I also ordered the Bronzino which I was expecting to be a bit larger, so I'm glad I ordered the first plate. The Bronzino was cooked and seasoned perfectly. I actually wanted to lick the plate. Our server was great at making recommendations and all the staff was attentive. This was a great spot for date night! read more

Cinghiale - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

The sommelier named K is the reason to go to Cinghiale. He helped us pick out two incredible bottles of wine within the exact criteria we ask for. We gave a price range and asked what would pair well with our meals and he picked out four cheese and two salumi pairings for our group that were all outstanding. Thank you again to sommelier K for his recommendations! Entrees were a mix-the amatriciana was super spicy. read more

**Caveat - this is only for drinks and bar service. The wine selection is wonderful! My partner and I came late on a Friday, got some wine at the bar (immediately seated), and had great service and drinks. I'm now looking forward to return and try the food, which I hear great things about! read more

Cinghiale - Italian Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I ventured out to Cinghiale for dinner with a friend. I chose this place because of the reviews, and the menu with the wine list looked interesting. It is recommended to make reservations that have the option of choosing from the formal dining room or the wine bar sitting. The restaurant is across the street from the water and has complimentary valet parking, which was a nice surprise. The inside has old-world formal charm with wine bottles lining the sitting throughout the dining room. For the service, we were seated promptly, and the wine sommelier and waiter greeted us almost immediately upon sitting. We decided to do the tasting menu with the wine pairing. The tasting menu includes 4 courses. There are several items to choose from under each course. The portions for the tasting menu were great, and after the meal, you are satisfied. Overall, the experience was good, and I would go back to try other dishes, and the customer service was great from start to end. read more

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Great dining experience with delicious dishes. Service was attentive and did not miss a detail. We had the tagliatelle pasta to share to start, which did not disappoint. I like how they split the dish for you, making it easy to share. For entrees we ordered the blue fin tuna and duck. Both entrees were great. And of course, the wine and cocktails are incredible. The perfect (our favorite) date night spot in Baltimore. read more

Best Italian food ever had!! I was lucky enough to get a seat at bar in this popular restaurant near Inner harbor, which is a popular tourist attraction in Baltimore (even the bar was almost fully seated at around 7pm). Thus, I suggest making a reservation asap. For the food, I ordered a Tagliatelle and clam and grilled Mediterranean Bronzino entrée. There was also a free bread tasting, for which I got a piece of white sourdough and a piece of olive sourdough, Nothing was greasy and all were delicious. I enjoyed the bronzino dish most. It was presented in a very delicate, beautiful way, as if the fish was raising its head looking around in the ocean. The taste was even better. For the fish, its skin was crispy but inside was tender. The fennel was grilled just right and super juicy. The carrot puree and some beans added some sweetness to the whole dish. Service was not bad either. When I was eating the pasta, I ocassionally ate one clam with dirt in it but my server immediately reported it to the kitchen team and replaced it with 3 good ones. For vibe, the restaurant was decorated lavishly with a dim tone. Plus, in the restroom you get towels to dry hands instead of napkins. Since it's popular, it is unavoidably loud inside but it was Okay for me. read more

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WOW! Went for a bday/anniversary event and left incredibly happy. This restaurant does not miss. After some confusion when I was torn between two entrees, our waiter accidentally brought me the wrong one however I ate EVERY bite. The short rib was a generous portion, but when I got the tagliatelle with lamb ragu I ascended to another plane of existence. The pasta clearly is made in-house, and the dish was sheer utter perfection in every way. I almost became wildly upset when I heard the menu changed biweekly because not being able to eat that dish on demand again is a devastating thought. I tried a single bite of my girlfriend's rigatoni and chicken fricassee and could've also eaten the entire plate with no regrets. The dessert of choice was a hazelnut cheesecake and it was to die for as it was luxuriously rich while still somehow being perfectly light. Our waiter Alejandro was incredibly attentive and made the night truly outstanding. I will bend over backwards to eat here again. read more

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Oh friends! What an unexpected surprise. I stumbled into this restaurant late on a Friday night. First of all, I have passed by this restaurant a thousand times and never gave it any attention. As I found a parking spot right in front of it, my friend said, "hey, have you been here before? No... let's try it!" Well... why the heck not!? OMG! I got the Bronzino with cauliflower and hazelnuts. A foodie's dream. The fish was so perfectly crispy on the outside and tender inside. Cooked to perfection. The place is cute and has a classic ambiance. The service was exceptional! They have a very extensive menu. I will ABSOLUTELY be returning soon. It brought so much joy to my Friday evening! read more

Came here for winter restaurant week and really enjoyed the ambiance! This place was PACKED but the service was still really quick & efficient. The drinks were delicious. I got the namesake cocktail and it was sooooo pretty with the aperol & orange juice. The portions for the appetizers were HUGE. The soup was so creamy and hearty, I loved it even though I normally do not like soup. The beet and ricotta pasta was decent, wish there were better veggie options but I'll come back when it's not restaurant week! The dessert was soooo yummy too. Will also have to come back for their meats & cheeses for a book club or girls night one day. read more

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