I've made 35-40 minutes trips all the way to Baltimore just for the fish sandwich alone! This is my favorite spot in Baltimore!

Terra Cafe is a very good place to pick-up or dine-in. Everyone who works at the cafe greeted me with a smile and engaged me in positive conversation about the artwork inside of the cafe as well as the programs that they host to support the community. I spoke with the owner of the cafe who was very energetic and talked about why he began the cafe. He mentioned that they are in the process of creating a lounge beside the cafe to host events. I was offered samples of all of the items on the menu to assist me in making a dinning selection. The food was very good and I was given a hearty serving of my meal! I was also given a free slice of squash pie which was sweet and tasty! Overall, this cafe was excellent! read more

Terra Cafe now has a bar area. 2 French martinis 2 Whisky sours 1 Red Stripe beer No food I was charged $75.00!!! $15/drink!!! Unbelievable!!! I will not be going back!!!!! It's a shame because I loved the atmosphere. read more

My friend and I were here on a Sunday afternoon. The plate wasn't full but the service was! The waitress/ bartender was very nice! The music was on point! My friend asked what she'd recommend and she said the fish and waffles. I was used to chicken and waffles but I decided to try it anyway. The meal was very tasty! The fish was seasoned well very crispy and hot! The waffles were good as well. I enjoyed the atmosphere while I had my favorite, Hennessy straight up! I will definitely come again! Love businesses that have it all, Good food, spirits and atmosphere! I ordered the fish strips and potato salad to go for dinner. That was excellent!! read more

I know many people who have had great experiences with the restaurant. Ordered food at 8pm on a Friday. This place closes at 9pm. Maybe, it was the time of day that my friend visited to pickup our order, maybe it was the fact that this venue hosts open mics/poetry slams on some Fridays, maybe an employee was having a bad day, who knows? Whatever the reason, I am sad to say that I cannot add my experience to the growing list of praise for this place. The food was fine. I ordered the fried fish with vegan greens and mac and cheese. My friend ordered the jerk chicken with string beans and sweet potatoes. But, the most important part of the meal (dessert) was not received. Upon picking up the order, my friend inquired about a large iced tea which was missing from the order, and was told that they were out. He was offered a bottled tea instead which he accepted- no problem. But, when he inquired about the cake, he was told that it was in the bag. He asked the young lady if she was sure. She said yes, then rushed him out of the door. Of course, there was no cake. As I was searching for my keys so that I could retrieve the cake, I was discouraged by my friend, which was probably for the best. I take my dessert very seriously. I was tired and hungry, and the result would have been a review less favorable than two stars. I probably could have returned the following day (in better spirits), but by then, I was so over it... and still am... read more

Excellent Food! Excellent Service! I believe It Love they put in the food. Don't miss out on this place. Go with friends or family. You wont regret it. read more

I'm surprised at some of the positive reviews; having eaten here half a dozen times over the past several years, I can't remember a single instance where there weren't significant issues. In short, if you decide to eat at Terra Cafe, be prepared to wait a very long time for your food, even if you're the only customer there. From the time you order, your food probably won't arrive for about an hour. You will definitely have to remind the waiter that you actually placed an order. There's a 50/50 chance that s/he actually wrote your order down. There's a 25% chance s/he actually walked 20 feet to hand your order to the cook. You might have to place your order all over again when you learn that your waiter failed at these basic tasks. When your food finally arrives, there's a 90% chance it's been butchered. Raw cheese on a 'grilled cheese' sandwich. I highly recommend the reuben--it comes with raw corned beef and nothing else...no cheese, Russian dressing or sauerkraut. It's either raw, cold or the opposite, completely torched to the point of being inedible. In short, I love the idea of supporting small businesses, specifically Black-owned businesses located a short walk from my home and place of employment. But I'm convinced after numerous lackluster experiences at Terra Cafe that it's just a convenient way to launder money for what's probably just another illegal drug smuggling operation or something similar. read more

The food was great we ended up going back in one day for a sit down breakfast then came back for lunch to go! The restaurant staff was nice and helpful we were told to find a seat. Our food was brought to us. Now keep in mind all food is cooked fresh and with care so it did take sometime. The chef ,who is very talented and kind , came and talked to us at our table. Omg the chef brought out this chicken wing plate and Mac and cheese for another table we almost broke our necks looking at it! Lunch and dinner are the best here! The wings were golden and just the right crisps. Plus there are so many variations of wing flavors. Will definitely come back. Lost a star because of breakfast -parsley should not be on pancakes. Please stop putting parsley on everything. My pancakes had powered sugar mixed in it, rather than sprinkled over pancakes. Overall we were satisfied and definitely will be back! read more

If there was possibly a way to give this restaurant a -1 ratinng, I would. I WILL NEVER again be a patron of Terra Cafe, no less than host an event at the restaurant. I made the mistake of hosting a brunch book club meeting at the restaurant on Sunday. First of all, I was lied to several times when I made the reservation. 1. They post that they open at 10am on Sundays, yet when my group and I arrived at 11 they were closed and told we had to wait until 11:30 to place an order. 2. They also told us they had Sunday brunch yet, we had to order off of the small breakfast menu they use regularly. And 3. They told us they don't serve alcohol on Sundays yet when we left there was a group sitting at the bar drinking alcohol. Unfortunately, the lies wasn't what completely deterred me from never visiting this establishment again. It was the completely slow service, it took 10 minutes for one of the members to receive change, yet there were only about 6 people in the restaurant. Also, I ordered fish and waffles. When my food arrived, my fish was completely cold and hard as if they cooked it earlier in the day and left it out too long. Also, my waffle had pieces of waffle maker in it. I am a firm believer of supporting black-owned businesses, but this is one that will never get my hard earned money again. read more

Love this place! The fried chicken and fried fish are so good. I live across the street and have to stop myself from going too often. Also, their desserts are amazing. Get the bread pudding to go!! read more

Honestly did not enjoy the fish and grits. For one, you only get ONE THIN ASS PIECE of fish. They give you a huge bowl of grits with this gravy of mushrooms spinach and onions. Just bizarre. No flavor and what a mess. The proper way to do fish and grits is w at least 2 large pieces of fish and plain white grits which have been properly SALTED, BUTTERED and mixed w cream or half and half. Where are these people from???? Now the space is beautiful. But the food is bland and a mess. Do better! read more

Every time that I have come to eat at Terra Cafe, the food has been absolutely delicious. I have had the turkey burger, string beans, chicken & waffles, mac & cheese, rice pilaf, collard greens, hashbrows & eggs, and the half & half (pink lemonade & iced tea mix). I am especially partial to the battered fish sub with the side of sweet potato fries and mango ketchup! It's SO good... Everything is good, but especially that. Also, the food is VERY reasonably priced. You get your money's worth with the portion, and I also feel good about supporting a businessman that is so active in the Baltimore community. Really, there's no better place to feel confident that you are getting quality food and sewing into the local community. read more

This place has been bookmarked on my profile for a few months now. I finally had a chance to try it out on Sunday. Wow, is one word to sum up my experience! I had the baked Swai fish sub and it was A-MA-ZING! I can't make this up! The bread was really soft and the flavors were having a party in my mouth! The chipotle mayo and the spices on the fish worked so well together. I also had a side of cabbage, which was really good, but couldn't finish it because the fish sub was so filling. Will I return? Absolutely! read more

Went there today with my wife. Amazing ambiance and the food was delicious. The reason why we didn't rank it higher was the service. We walked in and seated ourselves as instructed. We waited about five minutes while the waiter who I guess was supposed to help us stood there talking to some other table. I had to get up to find someone to serve us. While the waitress was new we weren't sure we were going to give her a full 20% tip. Well when we got the bill, 18% was already added in. Looking at the menu, this was only supposed to be for a party of five or more. Once again it was just me and my wife. I would not tell people not to go here and hope we were an isolated experience. read more

SHRIMP & grits is awesome just have breakfast with my brother! Supporting local businesses yall! read more

Terra Cafe - Brotha's hanging out - Cafes Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

It's a warm, cozy, and friendly atmosphere! I love this place! I brought my family here from out of town and they loved it! The prices are reasonable and portions are plentiful! read more

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This is a unique Afro-Fusion neighborhood gem. While visiting from out of town, our family of 5 visited at 3:30 on a Tuesday. It was a perfect time for a perfect visit. All five of were very pleased with our meals. The fish was very good, the jerk chicken was good, but not very spicy. My daughters implored me to specifically mention the sweet cornbread - which was awesome! My plantains were "on point", and we had a pineapple upside down cake that was tops as well. read more

My first visit to Terra Cafe and it wont be my last!!! I tried the fried fish wrap with a side of sauteed veggies and my bf had the fish sub. Both were awesome!! I cant wait to try other menu items!! read more

If you have plan on going to Terra Cafe please be prepared for poor service. The food is good but service is lacking. There is no organization food runners do not know which table to bring the food . This is my second and last attempt. If you like poor service this the place to go. read more

This place is fantastic and it's great to see how they have grown and been such a quality neighborhood anchor type spot over the years. They're best at lunch IMO but pre-pandemic their bar and happy hours were dope. Today my family got the fried fish sandwich, cheesesteak, and yard bird for lunch with friends and veggies. I normally need to add some hot sauce or ketchup to carry out meals but everything was so well seasoned and the housemate sauce was so good there was no need to add anything. Probably the best fish sandwich I've had in the area. read more

I visited Terra Cafe on a Wednesday evening just prior to a show at the Ottobar. Terence, the owner, greeted me very quickly and provided a menu. When I was ready to order, he very politely asked me to have a seat and stated that he would take care of the rest. Terence has great spirit and his presence was much-welcomed. When he took my order, he sat down at the table next to me, as though we were just sharing a conversation. I had a question about a few items and he helped me decide what to try for my first Terra Cafe experience. The food came out in just the right amount of time and it was fantastic. There was excellent music playing, too, which rounded out the experience for me. Lastly I will say (as I said to Terence at the end of my meal), that I have been to many restaurants that boast a certain atmosphere and a menu/recipes that are unique and. too often, these claims are simply marketing techniques to make a restaurant look good on paper when the actual experience lacks much original character in its space or menu offererings. I was pleased to find that Terra Cafe has a sincere personality and delicious food (that fully delivered on what was advertised in the menu). A big THANK YOU to Terence and all of his staff. read more

Love , love , love . I had a great time the vibe & music was excellent . I came all the way from Philadelphia PA , and I have just fallen In love with this cafe'I recommend everyone try their food !!!!! read more

Terra Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

This place impressed acrossed the board! Extremely professional, food was amazing, staff was charismatic and they had plenty of options! Will return! read more

This place is amazing, the food is some of the best in the city. The fish sub is one of the best fish subs I've had in my 32 yrs of living. I wish I could have gave this place 10 stars. The staff is incredible, they are so friendly and helpful. Amazing Restaurant. read more

Love the food, the drinks, and the service. It's not a fancy place, nor is it expensive. Everyday food, well prepared. The service was just fine - my servers were friendly and professional. I've been to Terra three times in the past 6 months and will continue to go there. read more

I live very near this place but they don't seem to keep set opening hours, had good meal today turkey burger and salad, they're kinda disorganized at times , coffee is not they're specialty ,well decorated interior, friendly peeps read more

I'm hooked on the fish and vegan greens ...yum yum. LOVE the art and the atmosphere is fantastic.. great place to come relax after a hard day's work and very welcoming to veterans.. we Thank you so very much!! read more

I'm home from California. This is the first place I came. I gotta order a QueenEarth Sandwich. Ask the staff about it. Good potato salad, wings, and mac n' cheese. I love this spot AND they support local art, music, and minority businesses :) read more

Ok the food is not even a question it is great. What makes this place special is the people. If you want to be welcomed and made to feel like you belong then stop in here. I don't live close but anytime I am in the area this is the place I want to spend my money and my time. read more

The owner is extremely friendly and service oriented, encouraging me to rate the Terra Cafe' on Yelp or on the Urban Spoon. He was really concerned about the quality of our service when I dined in for lunch (I work in the area). The fish sub was totally awesome, perfectly fried Swai fish, with fresh lettuce (romaine as requested), perfectly prepared homemade french fries (I prepare my own at home using a potato and knife so I can tell processed from fresh), and offered a side salad. I was way too full to order dessert. My husband, a former chef, now fries Swai fish at home. I loved the chipotle mayo on my fried fish sandwich. I am a suburban cheapskate, but willingly pay for parking to dine at this restaurant. The owner was so helpful that he provided us with the type of fish he prepared so we could recreate his delicious food at home. read more

I have walked by this place every day for two months, and finally decided to stop in Friday evening. I am so glad I did. Everything I enjoyed has already been covered in the other reviews, but I must gush. Warm service, inviting atmosphere, and great food. I ordered the turkey burger, seasoned well, moist and it was huge. I will be back, often. read more

The fish sandwich is outstanding. Order to go because the table service is very slow. The staff's personal conversations are waayyyy to loud and unprofessional!!!! read more

I was skeptical about coming back to Terra Cafe. The last few times I've gone, it has been lackluster. However, we decided to give in and get dinner. It was delicious!!! I am also happy to report that they are no longer putting parsley on EVERY SINGLE THING. Will support again if the food remains consistent. read more

Well, after reading the reviews, I had to investigate what this fish sub was all about. Luckily... Terra Cafe did not disappoint! I see why people who previously reviewed this place were smitten: it's locally owned, charming, and serves up one hell of a meal. The prices were a total win for the quality of the food and I felt like I was getting away like a bandit. I also had the sweet potato side dish, and a friend of mine had some mac and cheese and curried chicken -- she practically had to defend her plate with her fork because I was always trying to reach across the table and snatch a bite. In any case -- I love you Terra Cafe; your wholesome goodness will keep me coming back. Like a previous reader, I'm docking a star (mainly because of my own fault). I had a short time for lunch and the service was a little slow, so I had to eat and run. Just speed it up a bit and you're good to go! read more

Terra Cafe is a must eat in Baltimore! The Mac-n-Cheese is some of the best I've had. The jerk chicken is phenomenal. Terrance is the man and spent a good 10 minutes sharing his heart for the community his restaurant is in. Awesome place! I'll be back for sure. read more

Terra Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Greasy, tasty goodness!! In all fairness, they were trying to get me to order healthy, offering mixed veggies or salads before fries-at same price!- but, c'mon, when I'm eating out, I'm not shooting for sainthood!Really, really nicely done cafe. The decor is top-notch, nicely painted, very clean and welcoming. Live music at lunch was a nice touch!! Folk-blues type acoustic singer, nicely done. I'm not usually a fan of hippy music, but she had a good, solid voice. Really good vibe- friendly service, everyone very welcoming. The food was greasy and yummy! Got a fried fish sub-- nicely done, flounder I believe, Cajun-spiced, good, firm bready roll; some fried onions and chipotle mayo-mmmmmmm! My wife got a Reuban panini- she thought it was yummy! Only complaint: Greens on my sub had some blackened wilted parts- yuck! I picked them off. To their credit, they used a fancy mesclun mix-- but I think the delicacy of those greens couldn't take the heat of the fish. Appreciate the fancy touch--but there's a reason most sub places use iceberg! Not a big deal, actually-- just the rest of the sub was sooooooo really really good that the wilty piece of lettuce or two surprised and disappointed me. Like finding a zit on Mona Lisa. Sweet Potatoe fries- tad underdone, and unseasoned. Save by mango kethcup- together, they were seriously yummy. Apart-- fries were sadly bland. A few more minutes in fryer, with a dusting of salt, powdered sugar, and cinnamon-- they would have been over the top good. (Clearly they were freshly made.) Coffee looks great. I was doing carry-out, so didn't get any. Menu is small but well thought out- kind of a healthful, pork-free sandwich-shop/Carribean/soul food/coffee house type theme. (It's a mix- it works, though!) I saw a bowl of their mixed veggies brought out- that looked interesting, too. A cabbage-based mix from the looks. I will go again- overall quality so good if you're in the area, I highly recommend stopping in! read more

Cute cafe in the Charles Village area of B-more.. stopped in before my appt. at my FAVORITE Hair Salon - Style Lab!!! Fish sub with sauteed cabbage = good cheap eat! will definitely make a trip back to try the sweet potato fries with the mango ketchup and the other menu options sound yummy... read more

My sister and I went to visit the Terra Cafe by accident and we were thrilled at our experience. I must say it was a breath of fresh air to receive exceptional customer service at this quaint restaurant. Our food was tasty and the portions were more than acceptable for the cost of my meal. Also we had the pleasure of meeting Terrence who was a ray of sunshine to converse with. I have plans to visit the Terra Cafe in two weeks when I have out of town visitors. Thanks Terra Cafe for a great dining experience. read more

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Great food had the fish sub it was huge and I couldn't eat it all literally cut it in half and still had to cut the fish

Came in for breakfast this morning. Food was good, though not the best breakfast ever. Didn't taste like everything was fresh. But, staff was friendly and service was fast. We've been here before, and will still go back, just maybe try different dishes (he got waffles, I had grits, neither was the best) read more