I often pass by this lil underground cafe on my walk to the BMA and I'm so glad that I finally…read moredecided to enter. The shop inside is very quaint so thank goodness they have a good seating outside of the shop.the interior design and atmosphere was really cute. The cashier was very kind and patient with the newbie I was and made great recommendations. I saw chai and vanilla ice latte so I was excited. But unfortunately the taste and flavor was lacking. I think it just needed a lot more pumps of vanilla and chai flavoring because the milk and ice just really drowned away any taste. As for the food, I got a vegan veggie sandwich and it was very filling and delicious. There was caramelized onions, avo, lettuce, and a jam that really harmonized with the food. The sandwich has cool ingredients on the inside with a warm toasted bread so it is great for the summer. It is hard to hear your name called out for your order from the outside for drinks. But I'm glad they give a spoon number pager for food and delivered to you at your table. Great overall experience !

Carma's Cafe is NOT CLOSED!! The location has just changed. I don't know exactly what happened with…read morethe renovations at their old location, but at some point Carma's moved inside the Space Telescope Science Institute (which says "Steven Muller Building" out front) on the Johns Hopkins campus: 3700 San Martin Drive. Basically, when you enter the building through the main entrance, you walk past security and keep turning right until you end up in a cafeteria--and in there you'll find the new Carma's. It's basically just a campus eatery now, as it's deep in this campus building and there isn't a lot of publicly accessible parking nearby. The cozy vibes of the original spot are nowhere to be found, unfortunately. But it's the same kitchen and bakery as before! The menu has changed a lot, but certain staples remain. I used to frequent Carma's all the time as a JHU student and then occasionally returned for a good meal and hit of nostalgia as a recent grad, before the pandemic started. I visited recently and ordered the same grilled cheese and tomato soup that was my comfort meal back in the day, and the same hot chai that brought me warmth in so many chilly Baltimore winters. So if you loved Carma's before, just know it's still there to visit. It's hard to recommend as a meeting place for anyone who's not a JHU student/employee/alumnus seeking nostalgia, due to the new location. But I know many people have been asking what happened to Carma's and this is your answer: it's still around! (I uploaded some photos for guidance including the new menu, but they're not showing up as attached to my review currently. If you go to the photos section of the Yelp page and sort by Newest, you should be able to see them)

What a wonderful surprise!…read more I happened to be in the area around lunchtime and saw Terri's on Yelp. Everything about this local spot was amazing. I was welcomed into the restaurant and helped through the menu. Everyone was super friendly. I ordered a buttermilk chicken sandwich. It was fresh and delicious ... a bit too big for me to finish. The fries were perfect. Nothing was fancy, just well prepared and good! I will make an excuse to drive over this way and come again. 100% recommended!

I've only come here a handful of times but I absolutely love the food here especially the chocolate…read morechip cookies! My go to is the French toast platter with eggs and sausage on the side. I really wish they served grits as well. Mrs. Terri is such a pleasant lady on the phone and in person. I easily drive past the other breakfast spots when I am in the Owings mills area for work.

Only recommend this place for the view... it's really nice…read more Went here for brunch with a group and I wish I had researched it before going.. The menu is very misleading and you'd be disappointed if you don't ask specific questions. The didn't have pear to make pear mimosas, ran out of the apple cider mimosas, and the orange tasted tart.. the Bloody Mary was too spicy with crushed black pepper filling the glass. With each sip I had black pepper left in my mouth to chew. They didn't have crab meat so any dish with crabmeat was off the menu The didn't have the Greek yogurt parfait either Breakfast panini was burnt Biscuit were hardish and dry The chicken strips and waffles was one Belgian waffle cut in 4 with a chicken nugget on top not a strip of chicken The waffles with Nutella and strawberry was ok but too much Nutella for the one waffle. Presentation was completely off, like the chef took a teaspoon and blobbed the Nutella on vs using a cake decorating tip to make the Nutella appealing and proportionate. The waiter assumed the long islands were top shelf because they put one top shelf out of 5 different liquors in it. And no one requested top shelf nor did he ask. Just eat before you go

Inside of the Belvedere hotel. First time coming to this floor…read more Beautiful inside, the great views of the city. Went for brunch. Ordered beignets - enjoyed those, came with four dipping sauces The wings and breakfast bowel were both ok Had several flavors of mimosas, enjoyed each flavor I tried & the apple cider mimosa was unique Service was great

Awesome place! I've…read moregotten two paninis: -pesto chicken -turkey bacon both with a side salad in lieu of chips or fries. They have daily soup and sandwich specials that always sound amazing, next time I might brave and try one. Not a lot of vegetarian options. They also serve breakfast. Service is very good and the people are very friendly! They also have beer and wine!

'Meh' about says it all. I work in the building across the street, and have been here many-a-time…read more The breakfast sandwich is just about the only thing that's worth coming here for. The rest of the food is edible but overpriced and the menu never changes (as it's one of the few options in the area, this can be an issue). Overall, I wouldn't don't go here, but it's not worth going out of your way for.

Wow! I'm so glad I decided to go visit this place in person rather than a delivery order. Night…read moreand day difference. This place is adorable. They even have outdoor seating and the weather was absolutely perfect. The hostess was pleasant and so helpful. She recommended the chicken sandwich which had pesto, arugula and mozzarella cheese. Absolutely delicious. I had such a nice time here. I'll definitely be back.

After my dentist appointment in Dundalk and in need of a little latte, I stumbled upon Joanna's…read moreCafe nearby. A cute little shop that was warm and inviting. The perfect spot for locals to grab a coffee on their way to work or an afternoon lunch spot. Joanna's has a really nice menu with quite a few breakfast and lunch options. As well as a decent drink menu for whatever may suite your fancy at the moment. I settled on a Pistachio and Rose Latte, a Sausage and Cheese breakfast sandwich, and a huge Black Bottom Muffin. The latte was little on the sweet side for me, but the flavor was decent. The breakfast sandwich I got on an asiago bagel, and it was pure deliciousness. The chicken sausage was seasoned nicely, and the asiago bagel was so soft and pillowy. I thoroughly enjoyed this sandwich. And the muffin was quite tasty too. With so many items to try on Joanna's menu and their good customer service, I'll definitely be back to try some other things when I'm in the area.

The food is great and so are the prices. I always get the breakfast platter with scrambled eggs,…read morehome fries, and scrapple (also comes with toast w/ butter and jelly already on it). Always delicious and the employees are nice. It's quite popular though and a lot of people come in and out (some shadier than others). I've never had an issue though and I would definitely recommend the spot! Definitely a hole in the wall type of place.

I'm starting to think people in Baltimore has no taste. This place is disgusting. Their hashbrowns…read moreor home whatever they just made me was disgusting. No seasoning and their cheeseburger sub. Had a hair in it. Completely nasty.

Good news is a nice, quick little Deli on Charles street, with a really large breakfast/lunch menu…read more It's in a little nondescript building so it can be a little difficult to find, but once you're there, you'll notice that it's no frills, and nothing fancy, but what you'll smell is a lot of food, and what you'll see is a bunch of people in shirts, ties & random uniforms waiting for their meal. I got the bacon cheeseburger & it was quality. The meat was fresh and it was really good. They don't serve fries but they do have chips and drinks. Overall, I give it 3.5 stars, but since we don't have that option, I'll round it up to 4.

This was a hidden gem when I had attended a nearby conference. Very convenient for a quick morning…read morecoffee, and a sandwich at lunch time. The lady who ran it was very friendly. Quick, good, affordable service. Highly recommended.

One morning I was in Pikesville, MD and happened to stop by at this Café looking for a cup of…read morecoffee. Went in at its very opening of the day, the atmosphere was right, the smell of baking was so inviting. I had a cup of cappuccino and a piece of croissant. Both were properly prepared and I was very pleased. The clark and kitchen staff were very friendly. I will stop by again when I will be near by.

I've been wanting to visit Cafe Luli for a while as it's pretty local to me but the hours were not…read moresuper convenient as they are closed Sunday which is my normal "coffee shop and chill" day. I'm so glad I was able to stop in for a quick visit today. I didn't take a picture of my cafe con leche, but it was so good! I'm not typically a hot coffee drinker but the barista recommended it with the white chocolate seasonal flavor and wow I was blown away. Both of the ladies working were friendly and helpful answering any questions I have and giving their recommendationsZ The croissant alone will ensure that I return to Cafe Luli. It was not overly sweet but was so delicious and soft. I wasn't the biggest fan of the cookie, but I am not typically a thin and crispy cookie girl. The Alfajores were also a sweet treat, melting in your mouth. The ambiance is very cute. It feels homey and smells so good when you walk in. The prices are comparable to other coffee shops in my opinion. There appears to be an upstairs area but I didn't not explore that area today as I was running around doing errands.