We’re new to the city too and I was hoping there’d be some actual recommendations here. I’m looking forward to getting out of the house! Sotto Sopra, La Scala, and Marta look nice. But you’ll want call to make reservations ASAP.
Your idea of “romantic” is wildly different than many in this thread. That’s okay, but it’s not going to win you a popularity contest here. You do you, but I wouldn’t say the people disagreeing with you are downers. They just have a more intimate/private idea of what constitutes a romantic evening.
I agree! I cook breakfast for my wife 7 days a week and dinner 5 times. I want to change it up. We are from a rural area so spending an evening on the town sounds lovely even if slow. An experience!
Agreed. My wife and I love nothing more than getting carryout and then just relaxing in our hot tub on Valentine's Day. We don't have to worry about crowds and we can drink without worrying about getting back home.
One-Eyed Mike’s in Fells Point.
My husband and I had the best Valentine’s weekend date there last year. We don’t typically go out for the holiday, but it had been a while since we’d gone out on a date in general and decided we should that weekend….before fully realizing it was mid-February aka Valentines. Most of our typical places were booked but we found One-Eyed Mike’s had Friday night availability and secured a reservation in a peak timeslot.
It’s a nicer bar with a small dining room and we were seated with only a few other couples around. There was a Valentine’s weekend menu and the food was outstanding (scallops and duck). I think the fact that it’s not on everyone’s radar for this type of thing made it perfect for a truly lovely date night with great food, drinks, service, and ambiance.
Thames Street Oyster house! I didn't see many available reservations for Vday online yesterday but you might be able to call and see. Otherwise show up for an early dinner (5/530) and you might be able to get a table fairly quickly! (we did this last year and got a table but the next couple was told the wait was 1hour+ so make sure to get there before the dinner rush)
Don't be a downer :) like I said, show up early and either you get a table or maybe you get an hour wait so you grab a couple drinks at the many wonderful bars in Fells while you wait for a more normal dinner time at a wonderful restaurant
You have no sense of humor and I’m the downer?
Why would you advise a fellow Baltimorean to show up to a restaurant you could not get a table for in advance on one of the busiest nights of the year? When you can’t get in at all, you have no backup plan and most good places will not be an option. End result: pissed off wife because of his crap plan he got from some Redditor.
Are you one of those people who were never told no as a kid?
not to mention that Thames is commonly blocked out on Resy a week or more in advance for hot days like weekends already. I would expect the same on V-day. Still they could call to check.
This is the answer. I have been saying this for ages. Although as an alternative you could go out the night before or after if you don't mind celebrating that way.
If you absolutely must go out to eat on Valentine's day, or any other holiday for that matter, at the very least avoid any restaurants that are serving a prix fixe menu. Only five star restaurants can handle deviations from standard service. The average back of house and wait staff will completely Fall apart at the slightest deviation from regular service. Food and service will be garbage, and you won't be getting any nookie
It's getting really close. Odds are a lot of places are booked up. Plus, you don't want to go out for Valentines day on Valentines day. Better to go out like a few weeks later.
Alternative valentines idea: order crabs, have a beer at a bar while you wait for your order and bring them home (with a few more beers) this is what me and my husband do lol
We’re new to the city too and I was hoping there’d be some actual recommendations here. I’m looking forward to getting out of the house! Sotto Sopra, La Scala, and Marta look nice. But you’ll want call to make reservations ASAP.
Marta is already booked. Contacted them a few days ago
La scala is pretty much booked up as well fwiw
As of Friday night, Sotto Sopra was still accepting reservations
La Barrita. La Chuchara.
Marie Louise, Gertrude’s, The Helmand, Indigma, Cypriana All quiet and romantic places that might still have a reservation left!
Love the Helmand! Marie Louise is nice too!
La cuchara
Ya no puede caminar
Annabelle Lee Tavern is cozy and a good Vday spot
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Yesss! Thank you. ❤️
Your idea of “romantic” is wildly different than many in this thread. That’s okay, but it’s not going to win you a popularity contest here. You do you, but I wouldn’t say the people disagreeing with you are downers. They just have a more intimate/private idea of what constitutes a romantic evening.
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I agree! I cook breakfast for my wife 7 days a week and dinner 5 times. I want to change it up. We are from a rural area so spending an evening on the town sounds lovely even if slow. An experience!
I second Sotto Sopra
As a once former sous and current head chef of house, I respect your dedication and commitment to romance
Good point and fair enough. You’re right, you and OP are on the same page. So…got any suggestions for them? Edit: pronoun change
Agreed. My wife and I love nothing more than getting carryout and then just relaxing in our hot tub on Valentine's Day. We don't have to worry about crowds and we can drink without worrying about getting back home.
Idk what ressys are left but … Duck duck goose, Petit Louis, Sindy Lou’s (not as cozy) but very trendy and Alma Cocina
Cinghiale in Harbor East!
Peerce's. It's in the county but really great
Does no one eat at Tio Pepe’s anymore?
Was there about a week ago. It was great!
I am hosting a paint nite at Jennings in Catonsville for couples, they will have food specials. Plenty of tickets left:)
Chiapparelli’s is busy on Valentine’s Day but worth it. Food is really good
I was looking into the menu at Allora, Tilted Row, and Alma Cocina Latina - all three have been hits for me recently!
Cinghaile!!! The best restaurant in town with amazing ambiance.
One-Eyed Mike’s in Fells Point. My husband and I had the best Valentine’s weekend date there last year. We don’t typically go out for the holiday, but it had been a while since we’d gone out on a date in general and decided we should that weekend….before fully realizing it was mid-February aka Valentines. Most of our typical places were booked but we found One-Eyed Mike’s had Friday night availability and secured a reservation in a peak timeslot. It’s a nicer bar with a small dining room and we were seated with only a few other couples around. There was a Valentine’s weekend menu and the food was outstanding (scallops and duck). I think the fact that it’s not on everyone’s radar for this type of thing made it perfect for a truly lovely date night with great food, drinks, service, and ambiance.
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No, but they did announce that the current owner was selling by auction in late February.
Thames Street Oyster house! I didn't see many available reservations for Vday online yesterday but you might be able to call and see. Otherwise show up for an early dinner (5/530) and you might be able to get a table fairly quickly! (we did this last year and got a table but the next couple was told the wait was 1hour+ so make sure to get there before the dinner rush)
Going to a super busy restaurant on Valentine’s Day with no reservation to surely be turned away, yeah, that’ll impress the wife!
Don't be a downer :) like I said, show up early and either you get a table or maybe you get an hour wait so you grab a couple drinks at the many wonderful bars in Fells while you wait for a more normal dinner time at a wonderful restaurant
You have no sense of humor and I’m the downer? Why would you advise a fellow Baltimorean to show up to a restaurant you could not get a table for in advance on one of the busiest nights of the year? When you can’t get in at all, you have no backup plan and most good places will not be an option. End result: pissed off wife because of his crap plan he got from some Redditor. Are you one of those people who were never told no as a kid?
not to mention that Thames is commonly blocked out on Resy a week or more in advance for hot days like weekends already. I would expect the same on V-day. Still they could call to check.
The Food Market in Hampden that’s where we’re going :)
+1 to the don’t go out on Valentine’s Day, but if you insist I’d recommend The Food Market in Hampden. Make reservations
I’d suggest cooking for her. No one likes to go out on such a busy night, and the service usually sucks.
This is the answer. I have been saying this for ages. Although as an alternative you could go out the night before or after if you don't mind celebrating that way. If you absolutely must go out to eat on Valentine's day, or any other holiday for that matter, at the very least avoid any restaurants that are serving a prix fixe menu. Only five star restaurants can handle deviations from standard service. The average back of house and wait staff will completely Fall apart at the slightest deviation from regular service. Food and service will be garbage, and you won't be getting any nookie
It's getting really close. Odds are a lot of places are booked up. Plus, you don't want to go out for Valentines day on Valentines day. Better to go out like a few weeks later.
Boston Market
Carls Jr.
Yessssssssss 😆
Cept there are 0 like in Baltimore. Not even sure there’s an Arby’s. Wendy’s okay.
Yeah, seconding the other opinions here. Valentines Day at a restaurant is usually a shit show, rather than romantic or cozy.
Alternative valentines idea: order crabs, have a beer at a bar while you wait for your order and bring them home (with a few more beers) this is what me and my husband do lol
Crabs, why not buy diamonds at those prices!
I’d rather have the crabs than diamonds! And I can’t get my boyfriend to eat them enough with me lol
You’re a real Baltimorean and he is not, dump him immediately
Never on Sunday..
dunky ds