So excited for the current iteration of this restaurant. Headed here on a recent Friday night to celebrate a birthday with friends. Unfortunately, I had only checked open table and in finding them absent, assumed they didn't take reservations. They do, and you should make one! They have very few tables and only 1-2 that seat more than 2 people, so they let us know they were booked for the night. We snagged a couple of seats at the bar and then waited like hawks to grab a third for our friend. We enjoyed some cocktails and rosé, then shared one of the bruschetta apps, garlic butter fries, the ribeye and the cannelloni. It was all SO good. I typically don't order bruschetta at restaurants because it's kind of basic and not that exciting, but load it up with some fresh burrata and I'm on board-it was anything but basic here! The garlic fries were good but smelled better than they tasted, they could have used an aioli of some sort to accompany. The ribeye was massive and delicious and served with a small undressed side of greens and a few fries (I think it should come with at least one substantial side for the price of $37). The cannelloni was also good but the texture wasn't my favorite-would definitely try a different pasta or maybe the gnocchi next time! I will definitely be back and hope it stays busy so that it will stay open! read more

Delicious and the bar tender and kitchen is always great! The food is certainly a bit pricey but great for date night. Will be back again soon. read more

Was very excited to try this new local spot and it did not disappoint! It was unexpectedly crowded for a Thursday, so I was happy to have made reservations. While it looks a little cramped at first glance, once you're sitting down it does not feel claustrophobic at all. The atmosphere was really nice, soft lighting and music without being too dark or loud. We got the bruschetta burrata as an appetizer and it was delicious. The cheese was creamy, the bread just crunchy enough, the plate was piled with fresh arugula and the balsamic glaze was the perfect topping (I actually forgot to take a picture because I was so excited to eat!). For our mains we both had a steak dish (Bife de Chorizo and Ojo de Bide), based on the reviews of the chimichurri sauce. Only complaint was that I could have used a little more! Steak was well seasoned and pleasantly charred on the outside while remaining tender on the inside. It cut easily and was really good. The place is a little expensive and this property has been under three different owners (at least) since we moved to this neighborhood 1.5 yrs ago, but hopefully this place can make it work! Would definitely recommend for a date night or nice drink. It would be nice to see a happy hour special and more appetizers to make it more accessible for neighbors to stop by for a quick drink/bite. read more

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Don't fool yourself making a reservation. They do not honor it. Had one for 8:45 tonight after we got there and confirmed that we had one with the host he dramatically turned around showing us how they filled their restaurant with walk-ins. The restaurant is gaming the system with reservations. If they don't get walk-ins they can fall back on the reservations if they do they can turn away those with reservations. I can get over human error but the couple behind us got the same story. Incredibly unprofessional will gladly never visit this place. read more

Literally one of my favorite places to eat in Baltimore. This was a welcome change to the neighborhood though prices are relatively high for the area (but worth it for the quality). To start, the bread and chimichurri were so addicting, but don't fill up on it since there's more to come. I was surprised to see so many vegetarian options and have tried different dishes every time I've gone. Every single one of them has been delicious and extremely flavorful. Their salad is full of flavor making you forget that it's technically healthier. The garbanzos picantes are the perfect crunchy snack to have throughout your meal. Their pastas are all freshly made in house and you can taste the quality. The mushroom polenta was also amazing with a great flavor profile. And don't forget the dessert. They're all great, but the flan was outstanding. Great ambiance, but it is a small place like many in Baltimore. Make a reservation if you have a group or want to go on a busy night. Service is awesome as well with the owner going around ensuring everyone is having a great time! read more

La Barrita Restobar - Don't forget dessert! - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Is it the best restaurant in Bmore? It certainly belongs in the conversation. Hankering for Italian Spaghetti? Keep it moving past Little Italy and head here instead. I've been twice and their pasta dishes are sublime. Or maybe you need some Meat? Steaks are outstanding. Do yourself a favor for your next special meal and head over to this outpost in Butcher's Hill. read more

La Barrita is a quaint local restaurant but with an international flair. Upon entering you see strong Argentinian motifs especially around football. The food was superb as were the drinks. The la Barrita salad was simple but very tasty. The Pan burrata was delicious with the bread perfectly toasted. For entrees we had the beef steak of the house - Bife De Chorizo - that had a light but tasty sauce and fries that were ideally crispy. The fettuccine de bosque had a creamy mushroom sauce and the eggplant gnocchi was perfectly cooked. Often gnocchi can be mushy but these were great. Would recommend La Barrita highly. read more

What a charming, intimate restaurant for a romantic date night! If you prefer a table, you must make reservations in advance. We were greeted by a friendly hostess, who kindly seated us at the bar. Our server was gracious and gave us excellent recommendations as this was our first visit and we were unfamiliar with the menu. Upon arrival, we were given delicious hot and toasty bread, accompanied with a dish of olive oil (blended with garlic, fresh parsley, olive oil, and red peppers). We devoured the appetizer, Polenta De Campo. The polenta was light, fluffy, and creamy and the tomato-based chorizo sauce is balanced with deep, rich tomato and ever-so subtle-smoky flavors mingling. Mouthwatering! My husband and I shared the Parrillada X2 Traditional Argentinian mixed grill platter with French fries and mixed salad. This way, we could sample a variety of meats. We thoroughly enjoyed our the tender, juicy array of beef and sausage; and the scrumptious fries. The portion was generous so we had leftovers that we will continue to savor. Even the salad was exceptional with fresh greens and a lovely balsamic dressing that complemented the meat. We paired our meal with a glass of Merlot. The restaurant is cozy, and the other guest were all polite. a couple even brought their small child who was very well-behaved. This was a truly memorable evening. My only regret is that I did not have room for dessert. I look forward to returning so we can try the flan. The service is extremely professional, and I appreciate the staff's patience with us. Full disclosure: my husband and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary and feeling giddy. We were reminiscing, and we had forgotten our leftovers. Fortunately, the server kindly put them in the refrigerator so we returned to the restaurant that night and retrieved them. It was late and my hubby was tired, and the server could not have been nicer to him. Try La Barrita if you need a celebratory dining experience or to simply spoil yourself. read more

My favorite little spot in Baltimore. The food here is great. Steaks are always cooked and seasoned perfectly. The homemade pastas are delicious and the portions are very generous, always end up bringing home leftovers. Salads and starters are also just really, really tasty. Wines and cocktails are very good as well. The menu is really just a winner all around. The ambiance in the restaurant is great. It's a nice little date spot, but also local and friendly enough where you can just pop in for a meal at the bar and not feel out of place. Staff is amazing and provide awesome service. Everyone I've encountered has been extremely kind and accommodating. So happy that this place is right across the street! read more

Fantastic food and service! One of our favorite spots to eat outside during Covid. Ample Outdoor seating and parking is not hard to find in this area unlike other areas of the city. Highly recommend! read more

La Barrita Restobar - Ojo De Bife - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

this spot is the loveliest spot in butcher's hill. the servers and owner are absolutely lovely and wonderful people. they are attentive and patient with you. the outdoor seat is super on a quiet night and the neighboring streets have strung up lights! one thing to note is there are mosquitoes - there, you are warned. the food is totally out of this world amazing. everything is cooked to perfection and you can taste the care they put in the food. my friend and i shared a flatbread and the ingredients were so fresh. i love burrata! and, the burrata on the flatbread was creamy, flavorful, and wonderful. The tomatoes were seasoned to great sweetness and so fresh! topped with a mountain of arugula salad and some balsamic vinegar reduction (not dowsed, which was perfect). i always, always get the empanda because i cannot NOT get it! they like me mix it up and get one spinach and one chicken empanada. two empanada definitely gets you satisfyingly full, but not maxed out so definitely get an appetizer, salad, or dessert! the pasta dishes of my neighbors looks like generous portions and i hear their ravioli is just remarkable! I can't wait to come back to get some pasta. read more

La Barrita Restobar - empanada x2 (comes with fries) - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Discovered through Yelp and high score. Justified. We experienced great service, great food and great hospitality. Luca was warm and attentive to our desires. We ordered from the Special Menu and were well satisfied. Portions were generous without being more than we could manage in one setting. Luca wanted to know our story and sees 'word of mouth' advertising as critical for business growth. Four of us here and all enjoyed it. We will be back! read more

I took my boyfriend for his bday to this restaurant, and I'm glad I did. The ambiance was perfect for a date night, and the food was amazing. I ordered the Salmon Risotto, and it was to die for. I also ordered the beef empanadas, and I am a 100 percent satisfied. I'm definitely coming back for more. read more

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We had the best dining experience and service here! Greg couldn't have been kinder and every staff member just made us feel so comfortable and welcomed. Not to mention the food and overall vibe was 10/10. Such a local gem, highly recommend! read more

Just not for me. It had a nice vibe, but the food was just not worth the cost. The salad and the meatballs were fine, but for 40 dollars I expect spectacular. It just wasn't. At half of the price it might be 4 or 5 stars, but it felt like bar food where you're paying for the vibe and atmosphere, but not the food. read more

I love the ambiance of this place in summer/early fall. They have an open concept and you're able to sit in the window area and feel the breeze on your face while you sit inside, which is very covid friendly. Loved the empanadas and the mushroom fettuccini. Service has improved markedly since my last visit and I would definitely come back! Make sure your wallet is full though, as it's a bit pricy. read more

The food here is amazing and the staff is even greater! The restaurant is a nice family environment, we came here on a Sunday when they first opened. Rule of thumb..make reservations especially for Saturday nights! We had the pasta with the mushrooms and the ribeye, amazing choices! The chimichurri was probably the best I ever had! I will definitely will be back here. I loved the food and the service! read more

I have been there twice and made reservation for the third to go on September . Service & food and of course are great . It is really close to where we live and it is walking distance from Patterson Park. It is A MUST go restaurant treat your self read more

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Good decor, great bartenders and generally wonderful staff, so why am I only giving La Barrita 1 star? Let me first say that I would give this place 4 or 5 stars if it was a dive bar serving up only cheap beer and fries with some Chimichurri sauce on the side and charging $7 per person. But this place doesn't charge $7 per person, it charges closer to $70 per person, and when an establishment is charging prices so exorbitant, it simply cannot be serving up such bland, boring, and uninspired food! South American cuisine should be brimming with flavor in every bite, it shouldn't be the dry, sterile and lifeless mess my group encountered at La Barrita. Take, for example, the empanadas - traditional (cough, REAL) empanadas are made from dough that is packed with flavor and fat (traditional recipes often call for lard to achieve the desired effect). However, at La Barrita, despite the presentable exterior of its empanadas, upon closer inspection, it is clear that the owners (likely in a cost saving measure) are using store bought pastry dough. The result? a bland, dry and pasty exterior that encases what can only be described as sterilized chicken or beef, completely devoid of the spices and strong flavors that define Argentinian, South American or Portuguese cuisine.... Excuse the hyperbole for a moment, but La Barrita's empanadas would best suit the flavor palette of someone whose favorite restaurant is Taco Bell and favorite home cooked meal involves a tray of frozen TV dinner. Unfortunately, the steak was even worse. I didn't know there was a part of the cow with meat as tough and dry as the rubbery clumps of protein rolling around on my plate, slathered with Chimichurri sauce, so as to distract from the flavor and texture of the meat itself, which was clearly not of Prime or even Choice quality (I will say however that the Chimichurri sauce was well done). Before ordering steak here, make sure that you ask about the cut and grade of the meat that they are serving. I was absolutely baffled by the texture of the meat presented before me, note to the chef: you don't get Michelin stars by serving up pieces of Michelin tires! I wish I could've reached into the nearest TV screen and magically dragged Gordon Ramsey out into the restaurant to have him scream at the Chef for the atrocity of a steak that I was trying to chew through. The scent and taste of a well-prepared meal can transport us to the Sampietrini roads in Rome, the white sandy beaches of Playa Del Carmen or Ko Phangan, the bustling streets of Tokyo, Shanghai or New York, etc., the list goes on and on and on. I came to La Barrita expecting to be transported to Argentina, I sure as heck paid enough money to be transported somewhere, but alas, the food didn't take me anywhere, or maybe it got me to Aeropuerto Internacional and left me in the dingy baggage area. Now, some might say that I simply expected too much! But I wonder, how much should one expect from a restaurant that is charging nearly $100 per person during the COVID-19 pandemic when many people are financially struggling? read more

I love this spot! I wish there were a few more vegetarian options but the food is great! It doesn't have a lot of options but what the do have is wonderful. I love the bread and the oil given at the beginning of the meal. read more

Racist, plain and simple. The white male curly haired host was dismissive and rude. And we watched white person after white person come in and he was so friendly and helpful towards them. It was disappointing to see such blatant racism on display. We watched the staff seat people of color in the back, we watched at the bar how the bartender was chatting up white patrons while slamming down glasses in front of black people and barely checking on them. It was just so obvious and disappointing. It didn't help that their empanadas tasted like frozen turnovers from Costco and their overpriced, poorly seasoned steak was brought to the table cold. read more

Everything was delicious! The service was quick and personable. My husband had a steak and I had the langostino risotto. The bread and chimichuri was so good we ordered a second round, and the olives were fresh. Ambiance is relaxed and intimate. read more

On the pricey side, but well worth the price. My father and I split the platter of steaks for 2, and each cut was delicious and cooked perfectly. The menu had a lot on it that I would love to come back and try. The owner, Sebastian, is very friendly. I had the panqueques for dessert at his recommendation, with their homemade dulce de leche-very tasty. They also have a really good selection of local beers on tap for you to choose from. All in all, a great spot for a little more upscale dinner. My friends live in the apartments above, so hopefully I will be back soon. read more

La Barrita Restobar - Steak platter for 2 with side salad in the background - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Great ambiance, great service, amazing food. I think it's my favorite steak in Baltimore. The ribeye is perfect

We went here to celebrate a birthday and the atmosphere was perfect and romantic. The waiters were very kind and and attentive. We got the burrata bruschetta to start which was very good and I got the mushroom pasta which was pretty good. I feel like it lacked a little flavor and the noodles were slightly undercooked, but everyone else enjoyed their entrees a lot! read more

The food was fresh and so tasty! The service was super friendly. Celebrated my birthday like a queen! Definitely will be back! read more

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Small. Date night. Best food ever. A treat to go to- since we can't walk it's a special treat to go here. Not super kid friendly, best for adults read more

Gastropub atmosphere. Decent wine selection. Excellent steaks. Friendly and attentive service.

Hands down my favorite Argentine restaurant in Baltimore. The chorizo is my favorite but I've had the steak and various pasta dishes as well. That Mixta salad is so so good; the greens are always so fresh! Let me not forget the Chimichurri; it's a great accompaniment to any of their meats. The bartender and wait staff are always friendly and welcoming if you have a reservation or not. read more

There is nothing to dislike about this place. Great food at a very reasonable price, great service and great environment.

They made a mistake about our reservation and upon our arrival told us they cannot accommodate the table we had reserved. The "manager" stepped in to resolve the issue but instead of mitigating their mixup, he kept insulting us and lecturing us about how difficult it is to run a restaurant with a very rude and unpleasant language. The very basic right thing to do as a manager in this situation is to be accountable for your mistake and respect the customer. He was not even slightly apologetic about their mistake, and instead continued insulting us so we decided to leave. I sincerely hope the restaurant invests in training their staff to be capable of handling such situations professionally. read more

What an adorable little find!! This place is so cozy inside (in an atmospheric way... still lots of room to spread out!) and staff are super nice. I got several of their empanadas and their Risotto Con Tuco dish which was EXCELLENT. Highly recommend wandering away from the main hustle-bustle of fells to enjoy this little gem. read more

This place was ok. It was small and cute. The food wasn't over the top amazing. I liked the "authenticity" of the steak, but it wasn't anything special- I didn't feel like the steak was of particularly good quality. And the wait staff seemed a bit frazzled. The waiter forgot to bring out part of our meal- he just had too much going on. And I thought it was expensive overall for the quality. I'd rather go to a different steak house in the city if I was going to spend that kind of $$. I'm all for trying different cuisines, but this place seemed to miss the mark a bit. read more

From the time I walked through the door La Barrita Restobar captured my senses. Little did I know how endearing this little Argentinian style restaurant and bar would become....and how quickly. Small, Cozy, dimly lit, but energetic and up beat the dark woods, long full bar and wonderful aromas pulled me right in. We had made reservations knowing seating was very limited and were surprised to be seated immediately at our awaiting table. The only empty one in the house. We were greeted quickly by our waiter and then with in minutes, Sebastian, La Barrita's owner was introducing himself and shaking our hands. Sebastian, recommended a wonderful Malbec as we delved into the mouth watering menu. La Barrita is an Argentinian steakhouse offering superbly prepared meats in proportions that perfectly satisfy, but it doesn't stop there From the Gnocchi Santa Fe to the Risotto Con Tuco and the Empanada Sampler the appetizers were "out of the world" delicious but that was just the beginning. Perfectly prepared New York Strips, Sirloins, Rib Eyes and Short Ribs Argentinian style in dishes such as, Bife de Chorizo, Ohio de Bife, Vacio, and Costilla Entera are absolutely mind blowing. But it's really important to note that as wonderful as the food and service are at La Barrita it would not be the same without the charming and sincerely warm and friendly atmosphere created by it's owner and host Sebastian. So it's my humble opinion that if you're looking for a truly inviting and deliciously wonderful and satisfying meal in Baltimore, then you need to checkout La Barrita Rest. As they say.... if you don't, it's your loss....and more for me! Ron & Beth read more

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Cute cozy gem close to Patterson park. Small. The pasta is very simple but very good.

New hip and cozy. This place would be perfect for an intimate date night. Menu is on the pricy side. Steaks will run you at least $35 or more. The steak is the main feature here and they definitely mastered the temperature. Medium rare came out exactly medium rare. Side dishes and salads are also pretty good, but perhaps a little too pricy. Overall a positive experience read more

La Barrita Restobar - Steak platter for two - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This is the first new place I've tried in over a year, and it is fantastic. They have a 5-star cocktail program, 5-star appatizers and entrées and above all else, 5-star service. This is a terrific dining experience and an absolute hidden gem. read more

Found this place accidentally online but it is amazing!!! The atmosphere was great...staff was amazing and now let's get to the food. I had the mushroom pasta, hands down one of the best dishes I've ever had. Ordered the steak as well and it's been a long time since I've had a decent steak. Very good. I highly recommend and I will be returning!!! read more

La Barrita Restobar - Crepes dessert!!! So yummy, very very sweet though - Steakhouses Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Food, service, ambiance all great. Been twice and it keeps getting better. Chorizo empanadas need a permanent residency on the menu.

Excellence exemplified. Fantastic service. Drool-worthy fare. On-point bartender. Overall: we will come back as often as possible. The owner came over to check in on us multiple times just ensuring everything is perfect. This is the second time we have dined here. Both times were truly wonderful. Thank you everyone here for making our experience so enjoyable! read more

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