Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in Baltimore

For more than 30 years, this downtown restaurant has been Baltimore's benchmark for upscale steakhouses. The signature dish shows why. The Prime Rib Steak is a tender 24-ounce behemoth, a full three inches thick. The rest of the offerings, including several fine seafood dishes, are just as good, if not as weighty. It's hard to believe, but the decor - black walls, gold curtains and leopard-print carpet - is somehow just right. Side dishes are a la carte, and the wine list is great.

Mick O'Shea's Irish Pub and Restaurant features live Irish music, five nights a week. Inside, you'll find a massive bar with wooden tables to complete the décor. Much of the food is standard bar fare, but heartier dishes are also available. Be sure to try the Celtic entrees like Shepherd's Pie, Irish Stew, and Corn Beef and Cabbage.

After a tiring day of sightseeing, a visit to the Power Plant is exactly what you need. The multiplex offers an array of dining and entertainment options. For dinner, choose from steak, Italian, Cuban and more. Several bars line the venue, tempting you to hop in and out. Some clubs hold stand up comedy shows too. Parties and concerts featuring popular bands are held on sunny summer evenings. Most of them have free entry! Come and experience the energy at this entertainment powerhouse.

Crab-lovers only! Get them steamed, fried, or even raw. L.P. Steamers has every kind of crab you could possibly want. And if you brought the kids, don't worry, they also have chicken, burgers and grilled cheese. There is also a 'crab deck' for rooftop dining. Sip on an ice cold beer while you're enjoying the fresh air on the crab deck. The atmosphere here is friendly and inviting.

Want to bite into mouthwatering pizzas as you tap your feet to good music? Head to Joe Squared Pizza and Bar for a memorable outing with friends or family. Delight in their award-winning freshly baked square pizzas topped with fresh vegetables, herbs, fruits, meat and cheese, or go in for their cheese and herb stuffed pastas and risottos: that contain generous amounts of cheese. Try one of their fresh salads or unusual sandwiches and subs layered with your choice of vegetables, spices, meat, cheese and you'll get the real taste of heaven. Brunches here are usually an elaborate do with a variety of omelets, steak, pancakes, fries and pizzas to choose from. Wash it all down with a glass of rum as you enjoy their line-up of live acts. Check website for more details on current and upcoming events.

With the use of warm tones and wood flooring, Sammy's Trattoria depicts a quaint ambiance. Serving flavorful Italian dishes, Sammy's Trattoria also hosts live music events periodically. The Gnocchi with Bolognese Sauce, Penne Alla Vodka, Norwegian Salmon are amongst the must-haves on the menu. The serving staff is lively and the wait time for the order to arrive is decent. Sammy's Trattoria is the perfect venue for a romantic date or just a friendly gathering. They are open to hosting private parties in the two rooms accommodating seventy five and forty five guests each. You can also opt to buy out the outside area for your next event. Call ahead for details.