MIND YOU, THIS WAS A PIVOT!…read more The Short (For those JET readers): * Service = par excellent (a masterclass) * Ambiance = intimate and thoughtful * Food = Ingredient forward (you'll wish you had 2 stomach's) * Crowd = Diverse/Balanced with a great energy Before you go inside recognize how walkable the area is. A setting for a perfect summer date night, maticulously curated for a Rom Com finalé. The air had a hint of passion filled culinary bliss before you take one step up into a space and are immediately welcomed(not greeting), welcomed and escorted to your table. Yes, I had a reservation. The energy felt different. Light. Blissful. A Background filled with laughter and exciting banter as if the food was infused with joy and people palates were levitating. Even the air was a perfect temp, intentionally set with the third bears bowl in mind(IYKYK). Once seated, I don't even recall the hand off because it was so seemless. The glass of water passed the smell test=No bleach-like smell. Just crisp. The experience curator, *ahem* some say host or waiter, but I'm going to call a spade a spade, they have curators!- offered to take our drink order and we threw all the curve balls, not selecting from the carefully designed menu, and only giving notes and feelings. There was only one "No" in a valley of "Yeses." I know, "what was the No?" yeaaaah egg whites in drinks are forbidden. Lol. He said, let the lickkkah speak for itself. They even remixed my signature cocktail and made it BETTER! By the time it came for the order I wanted a tasting menu of everything! And as the CURATOR explained items on the menu, I thought, "is this the chef posing as a curator?" He knew flavors, pairings, notes, and almost predicted what responses would generate from each bite! My thoughts, "ask him if the Ravens are going to the superbowl, where will I find true love and is Tupac alive?!" Every recommendation was a WIN. Who needs a menu when you have CURATORS! Each bit was ingredient forward. Nothing tried to hide behind layers of complex spices and blends. They have the word LOVE in the name for a reason. Taste the food. I had Crudo and wanted to know, what kind of olive oil is THIS? Yep, I bought a bottle. Perfectly cut and topped with pine nuts. Only issue I had was the plate wasn't edible. I felt bad sending it back with the hint of olive oil that was left coating it. Ooooh, OK, so there was this Mellon right? (ohhhhhh that Mellon), that rested on a bed of vinegar(yes, I bought a bottle of that also), topped with thinly shaved BLISS and a hint of flake salt -that. will. change. your. Life. The Bomba Calebrese foeshezie (not the name) had mixed veggies in a Chilli oil that someone had the audacity to put on toasted focassia that was still soft, chewy and filled with that olive oil flavor. I know the chefs grandmothers grandmother is proud. THESE were only the snacks! You read that correctly, SNACKS. I'd tell you about the MAIN course, but this is a PG site and the main course are made for ADULTS only!!! I mean, one bite, close your eyes, chew, subtle moan & repeat. I personally feel as if every dish felt like a journey. Every ingredient was hand selected and inspected. And that kitchen was having wayyyy too much fun. I see giddy chefs and curators alike. I hope the staff dines together at the end of the evening when closed because that is what it felt like.

This is such a cute little Italian spot and Canton. Everything on the menu was really delicious and…read moreunique. We ordered the ricotta and bruschetta appetizers. The bruschetta was mostly mushrooms with a special paste, which I didn't love. The main dishes, however, were amazing! We got the spaghetti and scallops. The scallops were in a saffron sauce that was so tasteful. My favorite part was a dessert, the tiramisu here is amazing. I would come back just for the dessert. Our server was James and he was so great and speedy. The service was 10/10.

5/5!! Little Donna's was SO good. Every dish we got was super flavorful and yummy, but the lobster…read morepierogi was definitely my favorite. The crab pancake was also amazing, the sauce was so good. Fav cocktail was Granny's Meds (gin honey and yuzu). The service was great and I loved the atmosphere. It's super cozy and charming with this cute vintage, old-school neighborhood feel that makes it feel really intimate and unique. Honestly so impressed with everything we had. Would absolutely come back and highly recommend!!

It had very unique things to eat here like different pierogis but overall I wasn't very that…read moreimpressed by their pizza and their other dishes. It was good, but not memorable. The meal (and the menu, honestly) itself is generally heavy and rich, so if you're into that you will probably like this place a lot! I'd definitely order something to break up the richness as they offer sauerkrauts or pickles of different variations. The service was just OK and the server forgot to check in on us a few times (until the bill came, tbh) however was talking a lot to a table nearby us. Which is totally fine but it was noticeable in a small restaurant.

Prima Dopo Cucina & Cocktail House is located in a vibrant area of Baltimore and has an inviting…read moreatmosphere that's perfect for a night out. The restaurant has a cozy yet lively vibe, and with TVs throughout the space, it's a great spot to catch a game or watch a special sporting event while enjoying dinner and drinks. The standout of the night was the upside-down pizza--it was absolutely phenomenal and easily one of the best pizzas I've had in a while. Every drink we ordered was also on point, including the smoked old fashioned, lemon drops, vodka sodas, and Peroni beer. Everything was well-made and flavorful. The service was exceptional from start to finish. Our server, Matt, was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. If you stop by, I highly recommend asking for him. Overall, Prima Dopo delivers on all fronts: great food, excellent drinks, outstanding service, and an atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. If you're looking for a fun night out with amazing pizza and cocktails, this place is absolutely worth a visit. I'll definitely be coming back.

Quaint Italian eatery in Fells. There are plenty pic worthy…read moreareas to capture. The decor is contemporary with some maritime thrown in. While here I noshed on: Beef carpaccio Squid ink chitarra My table-mates ordered the sweet potatoes and the spaghetti carbonara. Both they said were deelish. They also have a nice selection of wines. I had the Prosecco rose. Crisp with a little fruit note. Our server Adelle was great. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. Will dine again.

We had intended walking to the market but our kids complained enough that made us look here. And it…read moredid not disappoint!! The staff was enthusiastic and Yonathan was knowledgeable about gluten free. I was able to make decisions feeling confident... the gluten free pizza is so good I had to ask more than once to ensure I got the right one. We also got the stuffed olives and wings, everyone reported it was worth each bite.

It's a great ambiance for a casual date night. The food is good and the service was amazing. Maria…read morewas very kind and took great care of us during our visit. I had the Kale salad and added salmon with a side of the salt and pepper fries. I would definitely get it again but would certainly ask for more kale over the other toppings. The green salad was over powered with toppings. Overall, had a good visit and would definitely go back for pizza soon!

We are always looking for some good pizza and Raffy's has made the list. We got artichokes,…read morepepperoni pizza, the goat pizza, a side of spicy ranch as well as some drinks. The artichokes were nothing special, I'd skip those next time. The pizza was delicious. Thin, crispy, and very nice sauce flavor and toppings. The side of spicy ranch had a kick to it. We were the only ones there at the time but the service was on top of it. She was nice and attentive. Id definitely come back and try other flavors. They do specials and offer a thursday date night deal.

Recently tried Raffy's for the first time since their rebrand/renovation. The atmosphere is cozy…read morewith a long bar, some tables, and a wood-fired pizza oven. Service was friendly and attentive at the bar. I enjoyed the glass of red wine on tap (which was technically a cup of wine) for $7. For such a cheap pour, it was pretty good. The Old Bay honey wings were absolutely delicious! Definitely recommend giving their wings a try - super succulent and all flats (my favorite). We also enjoyed the spinach and artichoke pizza on gluten free crust. The crust left much to be desired however, with the edges almost burnt to a crispy and the middle still pretty soggy. The flavor of the pizza itself was good but it could've used a sprinkle of flaky salt or even a drizzle of balsamic or chili oil to liven it up. Love that they feature a ton of unique pizza topping combinations so you can really explore some adventurous flavors. Their menu is also clearly marked for gluten free options which is always a win in my book. I'll be back!

We came here after an event. I was a bit hesitant as I didn't know how good the food was but I was…read moremade a believer this night lol. When you come in ask for Charlie! She is an amazing server! Super attentive and gave us recommendations on what she enjoys on the menu. I love the restaurants vibe as it is chic but open bright and welcoming. The bar looks beautiful. There are options for outdoor seating. The wings were my favorite. And the pizza was not bad at all.

We were seeing a show at the Lyric and I was super excited to find this highly rated place just…read moredown the street. We headed here early in the evening to give us plenty of time because I wasn't sure if there would be a line. When we got there, we managed to snag a table- there were a few left- but things did quickly fill up and there was a solid line by the time we left. The waiter took awhile to come over to us. We asked him if they sold pizza by the slice, and he told us not on Lyric event days. Totally fair. He then disappeared. We spent about 10 minutes trying to get his attention, before finally flagging him down from across the room to place our order. We ordered iced tea, the meat pizza, a calzone with ham, and fries. The iced tea came to us in a bottle, which I didn't realize. The fries came out first and they were pretty good. We asked for ketchup, then he disappeared. We flagged him down again a bit later to ask for ketchup and he said they were all out. The calzone was actually pretty good- I was a fan, but the pizza was not delicious- just not flavorful or memorable in any way, I was very ambivalent about eating it. We flagged him down again towards the end of the meal and asked for banana pudding, at which point he said okay but also gave us our check- I guess because the line was building up, he started to try to hurry us. The banana pudding was pretty good! Overall, the meal was pretty mid. Maybe it was an off night, or they just don't do well when they try to be a bit fancier- if it was just a slice and a bottle iced tea place, I would have been a bit more generous. But the waiter disappearing multiple times, the long wait for food, running out of ketchup, and the mediocre pizza left me a little sad. That being said, I'd give them a second try.

Limoncello has been on my list of places to try and I'm so glad I finally did. This focaccia pizza…read morewith vodka sauce was absolutely delectable. It was full of flavorful, crispy yet soft and had the most savory yet sweet flavor. Despite getting it delivered, it was still warm and perfect. I hope to go eat in person next time. Not pictured but I also ordered mozzarella sticks. They were ginormous, loaded with cheese and the perfect appetizer. The pizza was very expensive, though. Sadly, this makes it seem unrealistic to get it often. However, I'm excited to dine here more and try even more menu items.

The variety of pizza options speaks to my heart! Staff was friendly and courteous! Just got there…read morefor the start of lunch so it wasn't packed. I'm a booth person, these are ok as long as you don't have a lot of bags, or super puffy coats. Noticed the center table has hooks underneath!!!!!! 4 because the booth was a little tight for two people on one side, still comfy. I know they have limited space to work with.

Food was delicious and atmosphere was inviting. Wonderful service Mrs. Helen is the best!!!read more

Chiapparelli's has always been one of my favorite restaurants. However they recently started…read morecharging for the salad. For many years that was their thing . So not only a price raise on menu then now charging for the salads. Good luck with that. We use to eat there for around $44.00 plus tip so around $60 now our bill was $74.00 then tip $90 again dinner was pasta with sausages and Ravioli with two cokes and of course two salads at $5 each.