A quick walk from Patterson Park. Lots of juices and smoothie blends. Personally I'm not a fan of…read moreginger and I wanted to try something without modifications. Hence I landed on coffee crusher. Truth be told I have had 2 coffee beverages already, so by far more so out of curiosity. It was a unique blend and for me it was more like a coffee milkshake without I assume to be without all the sugar. The dates and coconuts made a unique blend. I would venture back, but no rush. The people who worked there were upbeat and personable, which always makes it a treat.

Holyyyyyyyyy cow this place is just the epitome of cute corner family smoothie shop! You can taste…read moreand love and freshness of each smoothie. I love coming here for their protein smoothies but the juices are also excellent. I love that they always have a tea sample ready for you as you wait. Despite how long the line is, they pump out the smoothies with such speed!! Honestly one of the best spots in Baltimore.

Consistency is the name of the game here. Haven't been here in 6 months. Tostadas and fruit 100%…read moreon point. Proprietor is as sweet as you'd expect an abuela to be. Truly a diamond hidden in plain sight.

Delicious chorizo tostadas, and their atoles are especially nice in the colder months. Very…read moreauthentic small-shop Mexican food, pretty much anything you could ask for (except tacos). The staff are friendly and quick - you can be in and out in 6 minutes.

Wow what can I say other than wow! I wanted to try this new spot in town because I've been wishing…read morewe had more protein houses in Baltimore. I ordered the mango protein shake and OH MY GOSH this was hands down the best protein shake I've ever had I rarely finish my drinks, but this one was so good I drank the whole thing. Since it's a new spot, it's probably still developing, but it already has nice seating and the sweetest staff ever. I think it might be family owned, but I'm not totally sure. Either way, I'll definitely be back for another mango protein shake very soon. Wishing this business all the success, it deserves to flourish!

Vivian's is one of my new favorite spots. The interior is cute and charming, their menu is…read moremouthwatering, and their drinks are oh-so-yummy! After taking a long time to figure out what I wanted since EVERYTHING looks delicious, I settled on the Nashville hot chicken dip and the shakshuka, as well as a dirty chai latte. The Nashville hot chicken dip was warm and inviting, perfect for scooping up with their toasted baguette slices. The shakshuka was flavorful and comforting, also perfect to be scooped! The dirty chai latte was creamy and arrived at the perfect temperature! The latte art was so cute, too. The restaurant is cozy, their staff are so friendly and awesome with allergies. I will definitely be back!

I stopped into Vivian's and had such a great experience from start to finish. I ordered a Cortado…read moreand a Red Eye, both priced at $5. The cortado was smooth and balanced. The red eye had the perfect kick, plus they offer free refills on drip coffee, which is such a nice bonus if you're planning to sit and relax or get some work done. For food, I tried Lox sandwich ($15). The pickled egg salad added amazing acidity, they were very generous with the smoked salmon, and the everything croissant was buttery, flaky, and savory. This is easily one of the best lox sandwiches I've had. I also ordered the Cold Cut Italian ($16), which was also very good. They were generous with the salami and ham, and I liked the touch of oil and vinegar which just enough without making the ciabatta soggy. Personally, I would switch out the provolone since I could barely taste it, but overall it was still good. It comes with a side salad or chips. I chose the salad, and while it was small, the vinaigrette was delicious. To end my meal, I had the Presidio cocktail, which I had before and enjoyed. It has gin, blackberry syrup, rosemary, lime, and luxardo maraschino. It's light, refreshing, and beautifully balanced. It would be even better with a Luxardo cherry added, but still a great drink. Service was friendly, there was plenty of seating, and the space was beautifully decorated for the holidays. Vivian's is definitely worth a visit, and I'm already looking forward to coming back.

My favorite salad's. They have very good all salads Santa Fe, fruit of summer, spicy tofu quinoa…read moreall this three my most favorite.

Absolutely the best salad I've ever had! Their ingredients are fresh and the taste reflects it…read more Vegan options available too. Garden Plate is a great place to go for salads, wraps, smoothies, and stuffed baked potatoes. Note: Located on the 9th floor of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

I attended a menopause workshop event at Urban Life Center recently (A++ btw) and was so happy to…read morehave finally visited this welcoming space. I ordered a freshly made mango passion fruit juice and it was so delicious. I didn't even know there was a small cafe with a juice bar and poke bowl offerings inside. The space is airy and brightly lit with large windows looking out onto Eastern Avenue. Urban Life Center's offerings include cooking classes, educational workshops, toy drives, food drivesnand even wellness challenges. Cristina, the owner, seems like a wonderful person and contributor to the community.

I love the juices here! Christina and the rest of the staff are so friendly. They have great açaí…read moreand juice options! My favorite is the carrots baby. It's also dog friendly and you can bring your pup inside for treats. Also they do "Too good to go" an app where you can get discounted juices at using the food products they have left at the end of the day. I have been here about 20 times and the juices and even the soups are sooo yum! They are going to start offering classes about how to juice, how to cook! They are going to offer delivery soon as well!!

This place has been a lifesaver during COVID. Free delivery via GrubHub, which is great, but it's…read morealso one of the few places within walking distance for us folks who live above Patterson Park. Their menu is huge and everything I've tried was stellar. Their al pastor, whether packed into a taco, chalupa, or sope, is amazing as many have pointed out. As much as I love tacos, I've been a big fan of the tortas and cemitas lately, which are massive sandwiches and are VERY filling. The ricas aguas, horchata, and licuados I've ordered were all fantastic as well, huge sizes and very refreshing. I also recommend the tinga quesadillas - they're not like any other quesadilla I've had, with very thick corn tortillas and what seems like oaxaca cheese. Super delicious. The complaints about long delivery times are true. I usually order an hour ahead. That said, I think their service is great! Most recently the driver forgot my drinks. He rolled down his window, apologized, and zoomed off to get them. He was back in 10 minutes with a complimentary dessert, which wasn't necessary since it was no big deal, but nonetheless very nice of him. It's not the cheapest good Mexican food in the area, nor the fastest, nor does it have any hip frills - but it's darn good food with tons of options, large portions, and they've certainly earned their place as a neighborhood favorite.

Food is good calling In orders tho is a pain I noticed when the owner isn't present staff purposely…read moreignore orders from the phone.

I used to live around the corner from here and miss coming here all the time! The lady who owns the…read moreplace is so sweet & helpful. This hole in the wall is the most underrated smoothie place in Baltimore! The fresh fruit and blending with LOVE!!! I always try a new flavor because they're all so yummy. I have not tried the food but it looks good!

Stop by for a healthy smoothie or a sweet treat! I love that this place was so clean and the staff…read morewas so attentive. You will find a great selection of Mexican snacks here! The mangonada I ordered was so refreshing. I will be back!!

Really enjoyed visiting this new Black-owned carryout! It's such a wonderful addition to the…read morePatterson Park neighborhood! I really appreciated that the food came out piping hot -- you can tell everything is made to order, so of course that takes some time. My faves were the buffalo wings and fries, as well as the tacos (steak, shrimp, or chicken). The only thing I wasn't a huge fan of was the fried fish. It was seasoned perfectly, but you could tell it wasn't the freshest or best quality. The fresh fruit juice they make in-house was also a fave -- I haven't stopped thinking about it! Check them out!

From the owner: Welcome to Rico Papi, where the bold flavors of American comfort food meet the heart and soul of El…read moreSalvador. We're your go-to spot for a crave-worthy feast. Sink your teeth into our golden-fried chicken and wings, legendary cheeseburgers, and Philly-inspired cheesesteaks, all served with perfectly crispy fries. But the journey doesn't stop there. We're proud to bring you the authentic tastes of El Salvador with our homemade pupusas (stuffed corn tortillas), hearty carne asada, and other traditional favorites. It’s a unique fusion born from a love of great food and community. At Rico Papi, every dish is made with passion, ensuring a "rico" (delicious) experience that will have you calling us your new favorite spot.