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    The Ruxton

    4.5 (258 reviews)
    Open • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Butter cake
    Maria S.

    I've always enjoyed The Ruxton, so I was excited to check out their brunch, especially since they recently introduced the menu around Mother's Day. As usual, we ordered a little bit of everything. We had the steak and eggs, caviar tater tots, oysters, butter cake, and a couple of cocktails. Since the brunch menu was still relatively new, the staff asked for our feedback, which I thought was a nice touch and showed they genuinely cared about the guest experience. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed everything. The food was flavorful, well-prepared, and beautifully presented. There wasn't a single dish that disappointed us, and the cocktails paired perfectly with the meal. One of the things I appreciate most about The Ruxton is the atmosphere. It's upscale, stylish, and always feels like a great place for a date, brunch with friends, or celebrating a special occasion. The service has consistently been welcoming, and everyone we interacted with was friendly and attentive. We'll definitely be back to work our way through the rest of the brunch menu. If you're looking for an elevated brunch experience in Baltimore with great food, creative cocktails, and a beautiful ambiance, The Ruxton is absolutely worth a visit.

    Alexis B.

    I had dinner at The Ruxton last night with three friends for one of our friend's birthday. Between the four of us, we tried a bit of the menu: lemon butter prawns (with confit cherry tomato, smoked trout roe, and fine herbs); house-made tater tots and caviar (Kaluga caviar, chives, dill, aged Provolone, and Crème Fraîche); Caesar Salad (Parmigiano Reggiano, herbed croutons); a 6 oz filet mignon; a 14 oz New York Strip; two steak sauces (chimichurri, horseradish cream); miso sea bass (with bok choy, chanterelle, snap peas, and dashi); double chocolate brownie (with caramel corn, bourbon caramel, Charmery salted caramel ice cream); and lots of drinks (wines and cocktails). We enjoyed every dish. Everything was well-cooked, delicious, and beautiful. My wine and my martini were also very good. The menu is classic steakhouse, and they're doing it all right. And classics done right are hard to beat. Beyond the food and drinks, the restaurant is beautiful. It doesn't have that retro vibe that some steakhouses have and I love, but it is elegant and beautiful and very sophisticated. People dress up a bit for this one. They have a large dining room and a large bar area as well (I was already imagining returning and have a drink and snacks at their bar). And then the real kicker. The service is outstanding. We felt really taken care of. By everyone who touched our table. This is some of the best service I've experienced in Baltimore. Overall, the Ruxton was a very good meal. I'd be happy to repeat it. A good option for dinner if you need a place in Harbor East!

    Caviar tater tots
    Monique D.

    I went here for Valentine's Day with my husband. We had the best time! The service was top notch. I got filet mignon with lump crab on top, and caviar topped tater tots. The strawberry pound cake was my favorite. It was worth the expensive splurge.

    Chanel L.

    I was invited to celebrate a friend's birthday. This is an upscale restaurant but some of the patrons were not of the level of the experience. However, I greeted and taken to the table of reservation. It was a party of 10 and our waitress Jada was the best. She attended to us and other large party tables efficiently. We ordered drinks, small plates and entrees. All came out without any issues. All parties were amazed by Jada's ability to be attentive, precise and professional while juggling multiple large parties. I would recommend this restaurant as the service, drinks and food was desireable and the presentation sealed the deal. A complimentary birthday butter cake and icecream was provided. And yes the butter cake was a favorite at the table.

    Bison
    Angel Z.

    Food: bison tasted very gamey, heavy breading on frito mixto, and the tater tots were very salty (the rolls were salty as well but it tasted better) Service: staff were attentive and prompt Ambiance: upscale place requiring people to dress in business casual (although some weren't so not sure how they're monitoring that)

    Sarah H.

    One of the best places to go in Baltimore for a special occasion. It truly feels like you've stepped back in time, and the service is just impeccable. The bread service is so yummy, and the caviar tots with a dirty martini is *chef's kiss* Steaks are always cooked to perfect, and the au poivre is my favvv. Lobster mac and cheese is also my fav. Worth it for date night!

    Delmonico steak
    Jane C.

    Beautiful space-old school elegance We were a group of eight so never easy on wait staff but they were trying. Great they split shared dishes for us - civilized! Good was well executed and beautifully presented. Highlights was Parker house rolls, lobster bisque, tater tots with caviar. Favorite was grilled seafood salad with a bright citrus dressing Steaks and sides were good but not fantastic. Chimichuri sauce for steak was the best we've ever had! Jalapeño cheddar grits looked like green goop and waffle fries were not hot or crunchy. Still a nice spot in Harbor east and love the 9oz wine pour!

    Chicken Fried Lobster Tails ( with a sweet spicy sauce ) if you're into lobster tails you have to dive into this beauty!!
    Joseph B.

    "A True Touch Of Class!" Let me start off by saying the service at "The Ruxton" is definitely a step above most upscale establishments. My server/host Demetrius did an absolutely amazing job of running everything down to us in a seamless fashion ( while also being shadowed by a new server ! ) Thank you Demetrius !!! And once our main courses kicked off, I was honestly left floored at how delicious every dish was. For starters I tried out the soft shell crab for the first time and the taste instantly won me over. While the chargrilled oysters dazzled my taste buds in every way !! The Finale ( entrees) consisted of Crab & shrimp risotto, chicken fried lobster tails, Mac & cheese, and garlic style broccoli. Every dish came with its own scrumptious delivery ( The broccoli is a must try... I never tasted broccoli that held its own against every other dish !! ) The Ruxton decor is absolutely beautiful and the entire staff maintained a level of professionalism that speaks volumes ( including the valet parking ) I encourage everyone to spend their next special occasion at The Ruxton... Promise you won't be disappointed !!!

    Tater tots and caviar
    Jasmine P.

    10/10!!! Top tier food, atmosphere and service. Fried lobster tail was AMAZING! Creamed corn and creamed spinach chef's kiss...save room for dessert the butter cake was the absolute BEST!!!! Definitely will be back before I leave Baltimore.

    Dee A.

    Great place for a date night or a birthday! I came for a girls night out/birthday. They treated her very special and wrote a hand written card. The server was very attentive and didn't take time in bringing out what we asked for. Charbroiled oysters were my absolute favorite. I also ordered lamb chips which were about 6/10. I wish I had tried the fried lobster tails! The drinks were amazing, although costly. They averaged about $33 per person and we had 9. They drinks were cheaper at the bar- about $10 less. Overall, I'd highly recommend this restaurant.

    DeMario M.

    The Ruxton is hands down one of my favorite restaurants in Baltimore. This is one of those rare places where everything on the menu hits--whether it's brunch, lunch, happy hour, or dinner. The space itself is a vibe--Art Deco-inspired design that feels upscale but still fun. It's usually busy (even the bar), so I highly recommend making a reservation. Some of my favorites: the chicken fried lobster tail (not listed as an appetizer, butyou can request it), lamb chops with mint jelly (OMG), oysters Rockefeller (so good it'll make you slap your momma), Wagyu sliders, lemon butter prawns, the steakhouse burger on the happy hour menu, and the branzino. And the true highlight?? The warm butter cake with ice cream. I've literally come here just for that--it tastes like something straight out of my grandma's kitchen. Highly recommend. This place does not miss.

    Sarah O.

    Beautiful resturant and nice staff. It was Valentine's Day so of course they were behind and we didn't get the absolute best service we were checked on 3x total when we arrived , when we ordered, when they brought the dessert and bill. Did we feel a bit rushed yes. We do understand others are trying to get in but mid bite asking if we are done was a bit much. We would definitely come back on a non holiday as we know it will be a better experience. The caviar Tots are okay I don't like hot or Mushy caviar and that's what we received. The tots were great. Lobster bisque was pretty good and they have a great Caesar salad. We got the dry aged ribeye and the cowboy both absolutely delicious. Cooked to a PERFECT medium extremely flavorful nothing needed no notes amazing chef. Chimichurri ? Absolutely disgusting and for $4 absolutely not worth it. The rolls ?? Ask for some to go absolutely delicious and perfect. The shrimp amazing perfect garlic butter sauce delicious. The butter cake was good If this is the first butter cake if you've had another steak houses butter cake this one doesn't compare. And the little drop of red velvet not necessary.

    Sheela B.

    My friends and I recently visited The Ruxton, and the aesthetic is absolutely stunning! It has such a sophisticated, upscale atmosphere that's just perfect for a girls' dinner. Our waitress was so lovely and attentive, truly making the evening feel special from start to finish. The Highlights We started with their Happy Hour, which was such a treat--the Frito Mixto was a personal favorite, especially that divine dipping sauce! For the main course, the 6oz Filet Mignon and the 8oz Dry-Aged Steak were cooked to perfection. My Recommendation: Definitely pair your steak with the Chimichurri sauce! We found the house sauce didn't quite complement the meat, but the chimichurri added such a fresh, vibrant pop of flavor. Sips: If you love a classic, their Old Fashioned is wonderful--perfectly strong and elegant. The Sides & Bread The bread service was delicious on its own, but we weren't fans of the garlic butter pairing; it just wasn't the best mix for us. As for the sides: Jalapeño & Cheddar Grits: A lovely balance of heat without being too spicy, though a tiny bit heavy on the salt. Brussels Sprouts: Lovely flavor, but they sat in the glaze a bit too long, making them a little saturated and salty. Mac & Cheese: This one wasn't quite for me--it felt more like a rich Alfredo pasta, and the heavy Gouda layer was a bit overpowering. Sweet Endings To finish, we shared the Warm Butter Cake, which was absolutely delicious! The ice cream was wonderful and the strawberries were so fresh and bright. The only tiny miss was the pink powdered garnish around the plate--it didn't quite match the quality of the rest of the dessert. A Gentle Suggestion While the vibe was nearly perfect, I did notice a small moment at the bar that gave me pause. One of the bartenders coughed and continued preparing drinks without stopping to wash their hands. In such a high-end space, a little extra attention to hand-washing rituals would go a long way in making guests feel completely comfortable! Overall: A truly beautiful spot with top-tier meats and a wonderful ambiance. With just a few tweaks to the sides and bar care, it would be a 10/10 experience

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    Food is great and service is always wonderful! Favorite steakhouse in Baltimore, would highly recommend.

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