Finding this restaurant can prove difficult...if your GPS lands you at the back of the building keep going around. If you lands you at the train tracks, yes that tiny road leads to La Cuchara. Prompt greeting by the host and very attentive service throughout our dining experience. I enjoyed all appetizers (Pintxos) but my absolute favorite was the beef empanada, it was so full of flavor. The tapas potatoes and salad were very tasty too. I had the rainbow trout for entree, for which the cuts were coming up short so they asked if shrimp was ok to add. I enjoyed the flavor of the shrimp, but I think the fish lacked seasoning- it was the only plate I didn't enjoy. Had the Aim to spark cocktail, a very well balanced drink! I'd visit again! read more

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My friend and I had an amazing experience here. We came for happy hour and found seats at the bar. The bar was huge with ample seating as well as it appeared to have plenty of tables for dining. We both got a glass of wine and ordered two small plates to share. After quite a while of waiting for our food, the bartender checked to ask what we had ordered. He had forgotten to put our order through and to apologize, gave us a bit more wine to compensate which was super appreciated. Our dishes came out quickly once they were placed. We had gotten the Beef Empanadas and Dumpling Squash Beignets. The beignets weren't what we were expecting but were delicious. They were fried balls with squash cooked inside - very tasty. The empanadas were just as good with plenty of beef and a great aioli. All around, an amazing first experience here. The ambience was lively and service was great. Food and drink specials were just as amazing. We will definitely be back! read more

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La Cuchara is a place you won't want to miss out on. The experience was fantastic start to finish, and I've been raving about it ever since my visit back in May. It felt like approachable high-dining: our waitress was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and similarly kind, even when we had a million questions about the food. The experience is embedded in the food; we enjoyed each dish thoroughly because they came out almost one at a time, which allowed plenty of time for us to talk and laugh in between. This is a great reproduction of the Basques, as their culture centers connection around food/the eating experience. Everything we tried was phenomenal. The menu does rotate, so I can't say what is currently being served, but you probably can't go wrong. The staff will also be able to provide expert advice if you're still unsure after looking at the menu. We shared our meal in a group of 4 which ended up being a reasonable price when split evenly at the end! read more

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Went with a large party (10 people) and the restaurant accommodated our individual orders. Loved the building, great staff and a wonderful way you try a variety of foods. Everyone has a great time and we will return for pinchos and tapas. Giving 4 stars due to the entrees (steaks) not hitting the mark, but all other courses (including dessert) were fantastic! Favorites include: spinach croquettes, cheese and dates, fried oysters, raspberry financier and the churros! read more

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Never disappoints. Good value for your money. Amazing flavors across the menu. There is truly something on the menu for everyone. Really love the mesclun salad, but we could say that about so many dishes. Excellent service. Wonderful ambiance with ample seating. Even though it's large it feels incredibly intimate. Easily top 3 restaurants in Baltimore!!! read more

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The food at La Cuchara is truly amazing. I'm so grateful they brought the flavors of Basque cuisine to Baltimore. I really enjoyed their appetizers -- I would recommend starting with the Don Bocarte Boquerones in Olive Oil. It's a great entry dish, very refreshing -- I'd give it a solid 7.5/10. You also can't go wrong with their pintxos. We loved the Chorizo, Manchego, Shishito Pepper, Dijon, and Baguette combination -- it was so layered, with the savory flavor of the chorizo, the subtle sweetness of the shishito pepper, and the richness of the cheese all coming together beautifully. 8.5/10. The empanada is another great choice -- crispy on the outside, soft on the inside -- pure heaven! 8/10. The atmosphere is wonderful too. I especially loved the warm yellow lighting and the unique spoon decorations on the walls. The service has always been warm and welcoming. Overall, while their menu rotates frequently, you can always feel the care they put into every dish -- consistently high quality, never a miss. read more

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Amazing Basque restaurant for tapas. Service was quick, helpful, and friendly. Ambiance was high quality and comfortable. Loved everything we ate including the jamon croquettes and wine. read more

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Tapas heaven, potentially my favorite small plates in Baltimore so far! The ambiance upon walking in is very cozy with nice lighting and a beautiful wrap around bar. We did not make a reservation and had to sit at the bar as it was very busy, however we got to experience a wonderful happy hour there and would highly recommend bar seating for that reason! The happy hour included specialty gin and tonics, while we had two different types through the night, the ginger and cinnamon one blew me away I would go out of my way to get this again! For food we got Gruyère croquettes, not pictured, these were fairly small but for the price reasonable and so delicious! Next we got the fried oysters, mussels, and fries. The fries were devoured, especially with their sauce! The mussels were a classic mussel, definitely delicious and would order again. While the fried oysters were good, they didn't stand out to me and I probably would not go out of my way to order again. Lastly, we finished with some charcuterie, the jamon was carved right next to us at the bar, so definitely fresh! This was another favorite and paired well with bread and the manchego. We didn't know what to expect with the manchego coming in a jar, but it was very flavorful and the jam paired perfectly with it! Overall I would recommend to make a reservation if you dislike bar seating and to try the gin and tonic de jours if you have a chance! read more

La Cuchara - Pomme frittes, Crispy Oysters, and Mussel Escabeche - Basque Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Great ambiance and decor, great service, and quite good food! Overall I liked this better than Tapas Teatros. We got the smoked tinned sardines (9/10), jamon croquettes (8/10, creamy texture!), patatas bravas (6/10, but may just be I don't like the method of cooking normally used for this dish and I enjoy crispier potatoes instead), cassoulet (8/10, best I've had in Baltimore, fall off the bone), and special wahoo fish (8/10, well cooked). Enjoyed our drinks as well - velvet underground and final word - latter had a fun chemical reaction that made the drink clear Definitely would come back! read more

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Came back to La Cuchara on a Sunday for half price bottles of wine and dinner and had an excellent experience! The food consistently remains top notch (I recently came back from Bilbao/Rioja and can say the Basque taste is authentic!) and I will come back when the weather is nice to sit outside! read more

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La Cuchara is a lovely space in Hampden. While the front has a ton of windows, and it's well lit inside, this place gives off dim lighting/adult lighting vibes - nice for a date or happy hour. There is a huge bar that takes up the main space, with tons of stools and seating around the perimeter of the room. Additonally, there's a dining room to the side of the bar area. The space is well appointed, and the furniture was comfortable enough when I sat. Service was good, the bartender was a cool guy. I was a little disappointed with the beer selection, but this is not a beer place, so... So, food...I was there for an event and instead of ordering from the menu, we were provided a ton of apps. I'd say I enjoyed a good 75% of those apps, which is encouraging. I will return to order some items off the menu and see how that goes. Overall good visit. read more

This was only the second time I had been to La Cuchara - a staple in Baltimore now having been open for 10 years. I went for the first time during the pandemic and sat outside and there was nothing wrong, it wasn't a memorial experience. This time around, I had the best dining experience. We went at 5 pm, right at opening, and I love the energy when the restaurant is kind of empty. The location is out of everyday view as it's the light rail/ train tracks but the parking lot is huge and the venue is big. The service here was unparalleled, Benedict our waiter was so adorable and so friendly. We told him we needed to leave by 6:30 to get to our show and he did a constant time check with us. We also chatted with the som, who they call Red and he was super fun to chat with. La Cuchara - a Spanish tapas restaurant carries as the name implies a lot of Spanish wines and French. The tapas here are large portions and the staff did a great job explaining the menu. The menu also change here frequently. The bread service here is excellent and you can buy their loaves to go. We got half pours of the wines - yes they do that here - and got a bottle of a fun orange from Alicante (which we realized we had had previously). The spinach and gruyere croquettes were so good, they're a soft texture and light despite being fried. The beef empanadas were cute but nothing super special for me (but I'm super picky about empanadas). The tapas: red snapper (with a poblano chimi) and squash (with labneh and pistachios) were exquisite. The red snapper was fried but it was still so good. My favorite was the squid ink fideuà - a delightful vermicelli paella, I loved how light it ate even though it was filled with butter, chorizo and all the seafood. I will definitely be adding this to my Baltimore rotation, I can't believe I haven't been here since 2020! read more

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I only dropped in for appetizers, as this was Stop #1 on my WoodBerry Food Tour. The service was excellent--- which is great because gratuity is automatically included. The restaurant is also very nice, but casual enough that you can just swing by for happy hour. The complimentary bread plate is unmatched. The breads were very delicious. They have wine flight options that were great for trying out several kinds of wines. Notable appetizers were the shrimp dish and the oysters. I would come back again to try out the full experience. read more

La Cuchara - Complimentary bread - Basque Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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I had heard great things about this spot but was overall disappointed. Most of our entrees came out cold. All of the food was fairly bland. And we were surprised by the low quality of cheese/charcuterie for the cost. But, server was very friendly and it's a beautiful restaurant. read more

We loved the dessert -- it was absolutely delicious, especially the candy bar. The servers were also really great!

Truly one of the best of Baltimore, La Cuchara should be on every foodie's list. Approaching the somewhat hidden, unpretentious exterior, you would not know that you're about to be transported. The spacious yet intimate interior is dimly lit, revolving around a beautiful, central bar. The staff is welcoming, approachable and attentive from top to bottom. Their knowledge of the menu is undeniable and exceptionally helpful when you're looking for recommendations. The menu caters to a family style, multi-course meal--ideal for those wanting to try different plates. As a vegetarian, I've always appreciated the menu's range in offering ample veggie friendly options. Including photos of the dishes that we ordered during this occasion, but you truly cannot go wrong. One of the best parts of the menu is how seasonal and ever-fluctuating it is. La Cuchara makes it easy to come back and never have the same thing twice! The plates themselves are artistry, while each bite is an explosion of flavor and complex, intertwined textures. The ingredients exude local, highlighting the best of the region's offerings. Run don't walk to your next meal here! read more

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I won't go too much into detail, but i'll at least list out everything we ordered and cite that nothing was bad. Jamon Croquettes - Good! Spinach and Gruyere Croquettes - Even better! Beef Empanadas - Pretty good. Needs more heat! Pommes Frites - I mean, they're good fries. 12 Month Jamon - It's ham. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Patatas Bravas - Look, don't judge. More potatoes. More better. Preferred the fries. Roasted Beets - ... Fine, these were actually really great. Shrimp a la Plantxa - Ok, these were fucking fire. Bussin, as the kids say. Do they still say that? Pulpo - This was pretty good, too. The shrimp were better. Ok yeah, that's all I want to type. read more

We had a great great birthday dinner. The food was all tasty. I especially love the Chanterelle mushroom--- it was lemony, with cheese aroma, and mixed with kale's crunchy. Very special. The wine and cocktails were also outstanding. Five of us all ordered different drinks. I love the one with gin. Mine was sparkling rose, which was also tasty and complex flavored. It was leveled up restaurant. Great for date night and dinner with friends. Lots of two-person tables. Definitely not noisy compared to some other Spanish tapas place I have been (thanks to its large inner space!) I think I would definitely back for other important occasions. read more

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INCREDIBLE food! So many different things you can get and all of it was good. We tried a bunch of their pintxos and all of it was good. The ambiance is really excellent. And our waiter was phenomenal, professional and also very friendly. Would recommend for sure. read more

This past Sunday, a group of friends and I had some dinner reservations that ended up falling through. Cut to: nine people, all hungry, with nowhere to go on a Sunday night... during restaurant week. We called around to La Cuchara at 8pm and asked if they could potentially accommodate our party of nine. I know I probably sounded insane to the hostess, Olivia. However, after a brief hold she assured me she could accommodate us and said come on in. When we arrived only 5-10 minutes later, our table of nine was already set for us. The sommelier recommended some fabulous bottles of wine for us, including a magnum, and let us know that any bottle over $100 was half off. A sweet deal and perfect for our big group. Our server, Dana, was great. She tolerated our countless orders of tapas and maintained a friendly demeanor throughout. We had some dietary restrictions in our party, a vegetarian and gluten free, but she went the extra mile to personally mark up menus for us with the things we could each enjoy. I really appreciated that. Everything came as expected, with a small wait between a couple dishes and one missing plate of lamb. In the end though, it didn't matter because we were stuffed! My favorites included the crispy artichokes served with broccoli and squash. Each veggie was expertly coated in rice flour and perfectly salted and dressed with a lovely aioli. The shrimp were also very tasty and flavorful. The patatas bravas were a generous portion size and exactly what you think of when you picture patatas bravas in your head. The drunken manchego cheese came in a small mason jar and was definitely drowning in olive oil, a combination I've never tried before but would certainly reach for again. I would totally return for another meal. I even hear they have all day happy hour on Sundays at the bar. What really stuck with me though was the level of service and commitment to hospitality. They welcomed all nine of us in within the last hour of service and still went above and beyond to make our experience great. Thank you! read more

La Cuchara - Menu marked up for gluten intolerance (anything with an X contains gluten) - Basque Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

We visited on an incredibly busy night. Even though we had reservations there was a short wait to get seated and it did take a while for our waiter to appear. On the bright side, the food came out quickly and they gave us a complimentary glass of sparkling wine to celebrate the occasion. Drinks 7/10 - I only tried the Aim to Spark. It was cute. House Bread - Skippable. It was cold and the only thing special about the butter was that it was salted. Tinned Mackerel 10/10 - My favorite dish of the night. I don't even like olives but I tried it with this dish and it was delicious. Wood Grill Pan Con Tomate 7/10 - The tomato was colder than I expected but the bread was toasted fine. I ended up dressing up the slices with the mackerel and its aioli. This made it a 1000/10! Gotta get both. Mesclun Salad 1000/10 - Best meatless salad I've had from a restaurant! Flavors and proportions were perfect. Shrimp a la Planxta - My partner had this. She said it was a 10/10 and cleaned her plate lol. If you have dietary restrictions, please read the menu over first and be sure to tell your waiter so they can inform you where cross contamination is likely. read more

La Cuchara is located in the Meadow Mill Complex in Woodberry, Baltimore, a setting that complements its industrial-chic vibe. There is ample free parking in the parking lot directly outside the restaurant. We went here to celebrate my boyfriend's 30th birthday, and this hidden gem felt like a special find, tucked in an unassuming area. The food was absolutely delicious, with a variety of shareable Basque-inspired tapas and hearty plates. I especially loved the flavorful, garlicky shrimp, tender steak, and savory yet sweet beef empanadas with their perfectly flaky crust. The mesclun salad, with its delightful mix of pears, blue cheese, and a honey banyuls vinaigrette was a real standout for me. I just loved it. My boyfriend practically inhaled the steak. It was juicy and very flavorful. The service was thoughtful and attentive, and our server even included a candle on his birthday dessert (I requested this in the reservation). La cuchara was a fantastic spot for a celebratory evening with great food and ambiance. I'll definitely be back. -I recommend booking a reservation well in advance, as the popular 6 to 7 p.m. dinner slots were already sold out when I booked a week ahead. read more

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Have you ever been in love? And then fall in love again and again? The menu changes with the seasons with a couple staples that stay year round. Tonight I had the pleasure of trying their Fresh Pasta, lamb ragu! Omg! Soooooo goooood. La Cuchara never disappoints and their great culinary skills are complimented by a well oiled machine of staff that feels like family! Me gusta! read more

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Visited for a 2 couples birthday dinner and had a fantastic experience. Table was in middle of first dining room and we were greeted by our server. Cannot remember his name but he was truly wonderful and attentive. The four of us love to share plates so we started with drinks/wine and ordered the ham plate and 2 cheeses. The ham is a huge serving and can easily be shared by a table. Same for cheeses. Then we ordered 3 tapas dishes: fried oysters, grilled shrimp in a tomato based sauce & house roasted beets. Everything was great and enough to share for four. Two deserts later and we were full. We have been here multiple times and to me the key to ordering if sharing is not to order too much at once and go with the flow. The food comes out quickly so it flows when doing it this way. We have made the mistake of ordering too much at one time and could not finish everything or had to cancel ordered food since we had no room in our belly. Reasonable prices for the quality of food and service. Be aware of the 22.5% tip added but they state it and ask if you prefer to do it on your own. Will be back! read more

La Cuchara - Basque Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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I can't really put my finger on it, but I don't care for this place. Between the location, the interior, the staff, it just doesn't add up for me. Some of the small plates are excellent, (jamon croquettes, and the endive) others are not. also the check was pretty damn high, especially given the 22% service charge) which would have been closer to 15%, since the service was just plain weird. (the guy had a communication problem) I think our bill was just under $300 for the three of us. read more

Friends of ours who truly appreciate food and the dining experience highly recommended La Cuchara to my wife and I for a special dinner. It was amazing and is now our go to special occasion place. The first time you go, you will want to try everything. It is ok to indulge as the staff will box up anything you want to take home, The food is amazing, from start to finish. The sea scallops and tiny tomatoes were exquisite. The flavors and presentation were incredible. With all that, you would think La Cuchara would be stuffy and pretentious and it was anything but. The hostess and server were extremely kind and attentive without being overbearing. We absolutely loved it. We will be more judicious with our choices as we know we will be back. read more

"It's Cabbage" Out of the 10 or so dishes we ordered, the spinach manchego croquettes and the potatoes sitting under the ultra well-done skirt steak were the only items even worth considering above a 6/10. The ingredients were of middling grocery store quality, the seasoning was lacking, and the cooking skill in some very classical dishes was painfully poor. Especially considering the TWENTY TWO PERCENT service charge, the next part of my review is truly horrifying. We ordered one particular dish, a wood-fired cabbage. This was essentially charred cabbage with grated cheese, watery sauce, and cured meat on top of each leaf. As we worked our way through the mediocre dish, my wife came across what looked to be perhaps a misplaced piece of mushroom. However upon unraveling it with her fork, it turned out to be rather long and stringy, with perpendicular sectioned lines every millimeter. While we realized almost instantly that this was a worm of some kind, my life-long coddled body began retching uncontrollably when we noticed that it was only partially cooked as it still appeared to retain some moisture, dare I say some sections could even be described as being juicy. Sure, mistakes like this sometimes happen with produce. Though considering the size of this leaky, stringy body I honestly find it very hard to believe that this kitchen is taking that much care in their food. In any case, the real offense was our waiter. When we called him over to check out the thing on the edge of our plate, fully unfurled and freed from its original bed of finely grated cheese and sauce, he glanced at it, froze ever so momentarily, and without a second hesitation, our professional food analyst furrowed his eyebrows and declared dryly as if stating the obvious, "Ah yes, it's cabbage". Not a shred of shame or guilt written on his face, he stood there in front of our stunned, silenced faces as we realized that this man just tried to pass off this scaly, recently deceased serpent as cabbage. My wife reiterated to him that it was clearly a worm, and eventually he finally acquiesced and took the dish back to the kitchen, promptly returning to us to admit in shameful, inevitable defeat that yes indeed, it was obviously a worm. The conclusion of this tale is not good. They obviously removed the cabbage dish off the receipt, but still had the gall to charge the 22% service charge in full. We did receive an apology dessert, but after apologizing to us, in the same breath our server asked if there was anything else they could get us, a glass of wine perhaps. The implication here is that it would be on the house considering the first half of his sentence was "again, we're very sorry". So my wife said a glass of orange wine. Which we ended up also being charged for. Considering the tasteless server and the sheer size of the beast, I would have hoped for restaurant management or the head of staff or literally anyone with a modicum of responsibility to offer us an apology and maybe at least offer to not charge us for the meal. It's clear to me at least based on their response that this is not an irregular occurrence, and that they don't really care about the quality of their product. Why should I return to such an establishment? Aside from the earthy experience, we found it hard to believe that people actually think this restaurant serves great food. It's so incredibly mediocre and in many cases, simply bad. The cooking skill is low, the plating is like watching a preschool child trying to stay inside the lines of a coloring book, the care for ingredients is obviously nonexistent, and at least one of their servers thinks worms and cabbage are the same thing. 0/10 La Cuchara more like El Gusano. I will talk badly about this restaurant to anyone who'll listen and retell the tale of the cabbage serpent until the day I leave Baltimore. read more

La Cuchara - cabbage, they said. - Basque Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Sat at the bar . Every seat was taken on a Wednesday at 6pm . They have specials until 7 pm . Ordered mussels ( a must) , swordfish ( my wife who doesn't like fish , LOVED) had2 orders of spinach and guyere and 2 orders of a ham crochet. The tomato salad looked phenomenal , but we were too full. They had a 22 0/0 service charge, which the bartender told me is for the tip . Service was excellent and extremely well worth the charge. This is a well run establishment and well appointed. Their name translates in English to spoons . So there were lots of spoons on display. I particularly liked the glass spoons made by the American artist Ira Loux . read more

Amazing. From the service (Jake is the best) to each very distinct flavor of each dish - impeccable! We were lucky enough to walk in and get a table on a Saturday night. From the moment we walked in, the service was amazing. We didn't come super hungry but definitely left super satisfied! We will most definitely be back!! read more

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Our party of four thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience last evening at La Cuchara. Dined outdoors and experienced excellent service and some of the best food we have had for a very long time. Creative menu and simply excellent fresh food! read more

La Cuchara is an outstanding restaurant! I recently went here with three friends for a weekend dinner and immensely enjoyed the experience. While La Cuchara is hard to find (on a side road next to the freeway, behind a large warehouse-looking building), once you arrive inside the experience is everything you would expect from a high-end restaurant. We received incredible service, including our server marking up the menu pointing out which dishes wouldn't work for someone in our group with dietary restrictions. Unlike many Spanish restaurants, there are several vegetarian-friendly dish options. La Cuchara seated us immediately upon our arrival at our reservation time, and we got two rounds of free, delicious bread (three different kinds) and butter, all of which tasted like it was made in-house and was delicious. La Cuchara serves everything tapas-style, so my friends and I shared the following dishes: Spinach y Gruyere Cheese Croquets-basically a fancy Spanish mozzarella stick, these were gooey, rich, and flavorful. Boquerones- well-marinated in olive oil, with great flavor and not too salty. Marinated Manchego-the most disappointing dish of the evening. The manchego did not taste like much and the olive oil did not help. Cana de Cabra-a delicious goat cheese, paired perfectly with bread and a jam (although a fig jam or honey would have been better). Patatas Bravas-A well-executed Spanish classic, La Cuchara took this dish to the next level with an amazing sauce. Shrimp a la Plantxa-The shrimp were crispy with good char and good heat from the peppers. Yellowfin Tuna-extremely fresh tuna, although it could have used more flavor. The accompanying veggies worked well with the dish. For dessert, we got cinnamon churros and banana creme beignets. The cinnamon churros were fine, made better by the chocolate dipping sauce. The beignets were disappointing and the wrong culinary fit for La Cuchara. Even including tip, we each paid less than $50 per person for an outstanding meal. I would highly recommend La Cuchara for your next fancy outing! read more

Directions to the restaurant are a little wanky, either you are directed from the front or back of the building. Called ahead to inform them we would be running late but still fulfilling the reservation. Outdoor seating was filled with parties. Inside was quite busy too. Our server seemed to be in a rush when taking our order. Long Time lapsed in between our small plates. Food was ok, nothing to rave about. After reading some reviews- looks like quality declined. read more

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Had an event happy hour and dinner here with a local hobby club. The place had ample lighting, casual urban vibe, and a large bar area. Service was friendly and patient. Kitchen has a fire stove where they cook the majority of entrees. We ordered quite a few plates to share for a whole long table and I could not remember each dish I tasted, so I would only mention dishes that left me impression. Starter bread: yeasty, slightly on the sour side. Jamon croquettes: steaming hot, juicy inside, seasoned nicely delicious. A bit salty. Cantabarian Anchovies: VERY salty. Only took one bite. 12-month Jamon Serrano with pickles: Tasted delicate, briney with subtle sweetness. I wish melon would be provided instead of or alongside the pickles to highlight the flavor of the serrano. Tapas sausage: another very salty dish, even the apple slices dipped in sauces tasted a mouthfeel of brininess, and saltiness overwhelmed the more complex spices in the sausage (which was nicely made despite the saltiness). Crispy potato slices were OK. Tapas shrimp: shrimp tasted fresh, doneness was great, still bouncy in the mouth. Seasoning was nice, balanced, complex, lifting the freshness of the shrimps. Overall: 3.5-4 stars. Had quite some bright spots, but saltiness is a big issue for me. On the other hand, I was driving so I could not order any alcoholic beverage; I imagine some of the salty dishes would actually go well with a glass of wine. read more

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Quite nostalgic coming back to La Cuchara again -- one of my fave restaurants from when I lived in Baltimore. It's been at least two years since the last time I was here and I'm pleased to say, the quality of the food is still the same. The portions were a decent size and all were nicely balanced flavor-wise and cooked to perfection! The ingredients are always fresh (they change up their menu everyday to cater to what's available and fresh, although they do have staples that are always there). We got the tinned seafood which is new since I had come here last. Love this for appetizer. Also got the skate wing and the seafood paella. We didn't even finish the paella cause it was a nice sized portion. Couldn't skip dessert so we still got the apricot sorbet and the butternut sorbet. A little too sweet for the apricot but the butternut....mmmm! Perfect! One other nice thing -- we packed our left over paella which was still about half the serving but then we left it at the table! We realized it within a few minutes of driving away so we called the restaurant to let them know we left it and we're coming back. Unfortunately, they were quick to clean and they had already thrown it out but when we arrived, we were told they had the kitchen make another half size portion to replace it! WOW. That is customer service at its fiiiiinest. Thank you so much! Now I know for sure La Cuchara will always be one of my favorite restaurants! read more

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As always, can't go wrong with La Cuchara. Atmosphere is always amazing. A nice background hum of chatter and movement. The rib eye steak was cooked perfectly. Service at the bar was knowledgeable and personable. 10 out of 10! read more

La Cuchara - Wood Grilled Rib Eye - Basque Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Loved this place! The orange wine was perfect and just a few plates shared was perfect. We were visiting town and wanted to go back the next day! We live in a food capital city so we have very high standards as well as we are well traveled and have eaten many authentic cuisines. Truly the best food / dining experience we've had in the Baltimore area. The host was engaged and kind and that kind of customer experience goes a long way! read more

It's pricey but the food was definitely very delicious. The service was fast, and the server was nice. The quesadillas are awesome, and the fideo soup really hit the spot. The sauces on the enchiladas were also on point. The decor is a mix of traditional accents and hip vibe. Valet parking only unless you want to park on the street. read more

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This is the second time I've had a chance to eat at this restaurant and it did not disappoint. The food gets better and better each time I grow and they do a really great job with seasonal options. The waiter was very knowledgeable about the menu and provided a lot of great suggestions. Everything we ordered was fresh and delicious. Make sure you save room for dessert because they will blow you away just the right amount of sweet and they have a grave variety of dessert drinks. They do fill up fast and I highly suggest reservations. The restaurant offers a beautiful charm in the atmosphere is inviting. Can't wait to go back. read more

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I had not been here in years, but was disappointed to have an entirely different experience than previously. The happy hour and menu is not as extensive as I could remember. Though the $23 bottles of wine was a great deal, I was more looking forward to the food (no longer on happy hour). The menu seemed smaller with less appealing selections. The only thing I absolutely enjoyed were the empanadas- small but packing plenty of flavor with a tasty dipping sauce. The fried mackerel was disappointing- a bit bland and simple for $16. The mushroom broth dish was recommended by our waiter, But a complete flop for the rest of our table- the crispy eggplant now soggy sitting in soup, and definitely a tasteless dish. The bread was still good, I filled up on that.... read more

La Cuchara - Basque Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Our family had another wonderful dinner at La Cuchara last night. We shared appetizers (spinach croquettes, beef empanada, pan con tomato, manchego cheese), then on to larger appetizers (boquerones, patatas bravos, and crispy oysters), then tackled main courses (including mesclun salad, Bronzino, and shrimp). We shared a delicious dark gingerbread cake with creamy vanilla ice cream and apple compote. The dinner ws very good. The only problem was the salad leaves were wilted. The dessert was excellent!. read more

La Cuchara - Boquerones - Basque Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland