Love, Pomelo brings a level of fine dining that is so needed in this area of Canton! The experience and the decor are so elegant and well done. The service can be a little slow but it is worth it. As a huge Cafe Dear Leon fan, I had high expectations for the food and it did not disappoint! I loved the fun spritzes we tried. Cute date spot or girls night! read more

Love, Pomelo - Zucchini boat (tasted like pizza!) - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Vibes are 10/10. Great for a date night or a happy hour with friends. No reservations, so get there early or after 8:30 if you don't want to wait. Food was delicious, portioned well, and flavorful. But it is expensive. Treat yourself and swing by if you want a nice night out. read more

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Must go for any celebration or anniversary!! The NY strip steak was the best thing I've ever had same with the burrata appetizer. The ambiance is so chill and relaxing in there and makes for a perfect leisure dinner with good cocktails! 100% will return again in the future. read more

This place became one of my favorite restaurants. The food was terrific, and we loved their drinks. Their menu seems to change occasionally, so I need to come often to try everything. read more

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An absolutely 13/10 experience for me & I notoriously do not love Italian food. I can't think of a single part of our meal that wasn't stellar - our server was nice & engaging, ambience was cute and welcome, food was phenomenal. The bottarga was a standout for me overall - I'm not a huge pasta fan but the taste profile was light and rich at the same time while the pasta was a perf Al dente. My mom got the truffle pasta special & was thrilled with her plate. Tiramisu at the end just finished us off on a high note. Absolutely will come back. read more

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The name says it all. Love, Pomelo brings you delicious sips and bites with a level of care and attention that can only come from passion and dedication toward Italian food and the dining experience. This gem, tucked away in Canton Square, has both bar and table seating in a cozy room made to feel airy and intimate at the same time by ample natural light and a balance of polished and rustic touches. The service is fast, friendly, and attentive. You won't regret a cocktail by Toni at the bar! She, along with all the other staff, are knowledgeable about the food and wine. This is impressive, given their ever evolving food and wine lists. While there are solid staples, new dishes and drinks keep the menu exciting even for return diners. The ingredients always taste fresh, and the dishes are outstanding in flavor, balance, and technical preparation. You won't find overcooked seafood or pasta here. It's always inspiring hearing from the staff the story behind the creation of a new appetizer or the feature of a new wine. Behind every delicious taste, there's Love (Pomelo). We've been many times and will return for many more to try what's new and revisit favorites. You won't regret doing the same! read more

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If I could give this place 6 stars, I would. This might have been the best dining experience we've ever had. From the moment we walked in, the standard of service and excellence was undeniable. Everyone was wonderful, but our server Zach stood out with his warmth, attentiveness, and professionalism. At one point during dinner, we mentioned a trip we have planned to Europe this summer. To our surprise, the staff later presented us with a beautifully printed card full of travel recommendations. That kind of personal touch is rare, and it meant a lot. The food? FANTASTIC. There was one dish that wasn't available--not because they lacked the ingredients, but because that day's shipment didn't meet their high standards. That level of integrity is impressive and says everything about their commitment to quality. One moment that really struck us: we told Zach the restaurant felt like it could easily earn a Michelin star. His response was something like, "That would be great, but our mission is to serve our local community here in Baltimore, and that could change things." That philosophy stayed with me. It's clear they're not just building a restaurant--they're building a relationship with their community. We'll absolutely be back. Easily a 10/10 experience. read more

Lovely little Italian restaurant in Canton square and owned by the same people who run Cafe Dear Leon. A very small space in a row home there are about 5 small tables for 2-4 people and a bar. Expect to wait for a table, especially if you are bigger than a group of 2. They do not currently have reservations. They do have a happy hour from 4-6PM with discounts on some of their cocktails and appetizers. They also do a pasta of the day for $15 which is a great deal. We really enjoyed the pasta of the day (Puttanesca) Spagetti ala baccala, Strip steak, Romanesco and the tiramisu. This was the perfect amount to share amongst 3 people. The pasta was cooked perfectly Al Dente and had a great chew, the spaghetti tastes like fresh made pasta. Overall a great place if you are looking for a nice Italian dinner, I would say on par with Marta or Cinghale in terms of similar restaurants in Baltimore. read more

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What an incredible addition to the Baltimore food scene. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but if you have trouble deciding, the waiters are knowledgeable and will steer you in the right direction. The drinks are delicious, entrees were incredible and you must end with an espresso martini and the tiramisu. Also - follow the restaurant on social media to see what they're offering inf their takeout window! For their Fourth of July pop up, they had Italian beef's and Chicago hot dogs that were great! read more

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I went to dinner at Love, Pomelo early on a Friday (right when they opened) and I think that is the move because the place fills up fast. I was lucky to get street parking in an otherwise pretty busy and cute square. We shared everything which I highly recommend! Portions are not too large but definitely filling! To start, we had the Marcona Almonds which were nice and salty to open our palates. We also had the burrata and salad as starters. The burrata was creamy and had peaches in the dish. We did order a basket of their bread to spread the cheese on - seems silly it doesn't already come with bread! The salad was so fresh and the herbs and dressing were perfect. For our mains we got the seasonal mushroom pasta (perfect, no notes), the clam pasta (too salty and clams were on the fishy side) and the cod (perfectly cooked, sauce was delicious). To finish, we had the grappa, the strega, and the limoncello. What really was stellar about Love, Pomelo was the ambiance and the service, which was impeccable! read more

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This new establishment's name is accurate AF because I absolutely love it! I know, I know, yet another italian spot in Baltimore, but Love, Pomelo definitely stands out and earns its praise. A magical addition to Canton Square. Once you step inside, you'll actually forget you're in Baltimore. Dimly lit, classy, highly attentive service, limited yet carefully curated menu - this place has Michelin star vibes. If gin is your preferred spirit, you're in luck. The cocktail menu is gin heavy with many a unique option to try. I was adventurous and tried the Bitter Giuseppe and ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. The beverage set the stage for a wonderful meal. We started with the whipped ricotta and the Caesar salad. There wasn't a single crumb of food left when our appetizer plates were cleared, and the Caesar was probably the best I've had in recent memory. We next enjoyed the steak and the white bolognese pasta. Again, not a bite was spared. The steak was so tender and cooked perfectly. I don't know how they made those crispy purple potatoes so good, but they complimented the steak quite well. The homemade pasta was a perfect al dente, and the garganelli shape was a great vessel to capture all the delicious sauce. We also enjoyed a side of roasted carrots. While we dined and enjoyed ourselves, we felt taken care of. Wait staff checked in frequently even though everything was perfection. I'm very much looking forward to another visit to try more of the menu. read more

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Absolutely loved my meal at Love Pomelo! This is such a welcomed change-up for the canton square. I came here with my husband and we were able to be seated right away at the bar. We ordered a few appetizers to start, the ricotta and the calamari that was on special. Ricotta was great but the calamari definitely stole the show on that. I also ordered the Love Pomelo Spritz which was delicious! For my entree, they were sadly out of ramps after I had ordered the spaghetti crab and ramp pasta, but I ordered the happy hour spaghetti with cod as an alternative and I felt like I was in Capri- the flavors were very fresh. My husband got the Rigatoni Norma and it was GREAT!! We also shared a piece of the tiramisu and I had no complaints. The bartender who served us was also super nice and friendly. Lastly, the space itself is perfect. Very light, like a bistro, elegantly decorated but not flashy. 10/10 all around, I will definitely be back. read more

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Amazing food and the service was fantastic as well You can tell there is a level of caring that goes into the restaurant and great wine list Wish they were closer to me read more

This little gem is exactly what the Canton neighborhood needed. It gives Thames Street Oyster House vibes (in Fells Point) as far as the upscale, yet intimate vibes go. The food. The wine. The service. The ambiance. I truly loved it all. My husband and I sat at the bar for date night and I couldn't recommend it more. The bartenders Chris and Min were so knowledgeable and kind. Chris let me try both red wines and have great recommendations. We shared the watermelon salad app, the bolognese, the spaghetti, the steak, and tiramisu. Yes, we balled out and yes, it is a little pricey, but you are paying for value. Everything was absolutely delicious, but you NEED to get the bolognese - it's a blanco style so no heavy red sauce which was perfection. The steak and tiramisu were some of the best I've ever had. You can tell the owners, staff, chef all love the experience they are creating and we are so lucky to have them here in Canton Square! read more

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Took my partner here for her birthday, and found that the non-alcoholic cocktails were really and truly quite amazing. So were the appetizers - definitely try the burrata! Our two vegetarian pasta dishes (the funghi and an off-menu red sauce dish) were a bit so-so to my tastes, but my partner enjoyed them. Everything else was completely stellar, including the charming and supremely knowledgeable wait person. They could make the lighting a bit dimmer or use spots more often than relatively bright overheads. But I would strongly recommend this place as a true destination restaurant you will be glad you tried! read more

Cuisine, Service, Atmosphere: 5 Stars. This establishment excels in every aspect, offering a remarkable experience whether one chooses to dine at the bar or a table. Our experiences here have consistently been exceptional. read more

Love Pomelo is now my favorite restaurant in the Baltimore area. Amazing food and incredible service at really great prices. Must stop when in area. Get your reservation read more

My wife and I had heard good things about Love Pomelo, so we decided to go there for our anniversary dinner. We had a brief rocky start downstairs, where guests at a neighboring table were loud enough to make it impossible to understand our waitress, but we were then given a table upstairs, in a lovely old rowhouse setting, and from that point on everything was amazing. The ambiance was lovely, the service supper-attentive with extras like a rose in a vase waiting to celebrate us, and a candle with our dessert. But topping even that was the food, exquisitely tasty and beautifully presented. The mussels, the roasted peppers, the burrata salad with tomato and peach, the pasta with funghi porcini, and the shrimp and scallops with saffron sauce dish were all superb, and the panna cotta with peach compote, as well as the gelato-sorbet combo were a perfect completion. You'll have to go try the drinks for yourself to get the complete picture. We'll be back, next time we have something to celebrate! read more

SO GOOD! The waiter was so kind & had great recommendations in regard to wine pairings. Not only were the cocktails awesome but the food exceeded all expectations. Definitely get the tiramisu for dessert. Such a fun, well-decorated, cozy spot for dinner! 100% will be returning :) read more

Love, Pomelo - Tiramisu - Seafood Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

A lot of dishes we got were overly doused with balsamic vinegar, extremely tart and almost inedible without bread. My pasta dish had a bitter taste like burnt garlic. The cocktails were pretty good, but for the price everything should've been yummy. Pretty standard menu you can find at any Italian restaurant, except the bottarga pasta. Just meh read more

Every food item here is an experience. And the service is excellent. Really looking forward to coming back

Great services good hosting and excellent customer service ..................,.,,,good communication and great positive attitude

Amazing fresh food, beautiful European cafe ambiance, and absolutely 10/10 service. We were celebrating a birthday and the Love Pomelo family made sure we had a perfect evening. Tried tons of dishes but our favorite was the GARGANELLI MALFATTI and the stracciatella & focaccia! read more

Excellent food, wine and service! A must for any occasion or visit to Baltimore! Every person, from host to server to sommelier, was courteous, professional and more than helpful! Our dinners were delicious! read more

We are huge fans of cafe dear leon and have been since their opening, so thought it would be fitting to try the owners new restaurant! Love Pomelo is an Italian inspired menu with higher end prices but a very cute and cozy interior vibe. We ordered the steak, fish, blanc rigatoni, and the spritz drink, and we thought each piece was very well cooked but the portions were definitely on the smaller side. I'd take a friend here for a special occasion if I wanted to splurge! read more

Wonderful new place. The happy hour pasta dish was delicious inventive, and the atmosphere was very pleasant.

If I could give Love Pomelo 10 stars I would. The food is absolutely phenomenal and the closest you'll ever get to eating authentic Italian food in Baltimore. The staff and owner are some of the friendliest, kindest people you'll ever meet. Every dish and drink is curated with such careful thought and passion. Truly an experience you can't pass up and will have you wanting to come back again time and time again! read more

Great food and great service. Limited menu but everything is excellent. We had steak and Bolognese and both were fantastic. Staff is especially impressive and professional. Quality of experience is a natural progression from the already incredible French place next door. read more