Best Cozy Restaurants in Hampden

26 restaurants available nearby

1. True Chesapeake

4.6

Exceptional(539)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Hampden

Booked 7 times today

True Chesapeake is a Baltimore restaurant born of an oyster farm. Executive Chef Zack Mills creates a seasonal menu that showcases oysters from our farm in St. Jerome’s Creek, Southern Maryland — raw, roasted, and in signature dishes like Classic Rockefeller and French Onion Oysters. But, the oysters are just the beginning. Our award winning menu celebrates the bounty of the Chesapeake region by using locally sourced seafood, meat, and produce to create exquisite dishes that evolve with the seasons. Chef Mills has been featured extensively for his use of invasive seafood species, a very delicious way to help the Chesapeake Bay. Don't forget to order the Blue Crab and Bone Marrow dip or handmade pasta. We have an expertly curated wine list, beer selection, and cocktails - both classic and creative. Ample bar, high-top, and terrace seating available for walk-ins on a first-come-first-serve basis.

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2. Sammy’s Trattoria - Mt. Vernon

4.5

Awesome(1988)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mt. Vernon

Booked 19 times today

Sammy's Trattoria serves real, authentic Italian cuisine in a comfortable yet elegant setting. Try our "Family Style" dining where we prepare some of our specialties combined with some requests from you and serve you 4+ courses of fun, traditional Italian dining. (great for parties of 4+). Our homemade pastas, soups, stocks, and meatballs are old family recipes made daily. We pride ourselves in using only the freshest, best quality ingredients combined with traditional and thorough preparation.

3. Copper Shark

4.8

Exceptional(538)

Price: Expensive

• American • Locust Point

Booked 40 times today

Step into our historic building, and you will immediately be greeted by its red-brick walls, exposed beams, and intimate bar space leading to an open and airy dining room and our fantastic back patio set for outdoor dining and conversations around our fire pit (weather permitting!). Sit at the bar to enjoy an artisanal beer or oak-aged bourbon alongside a quick bite of charcuterie meats and cheeses, crispy brussels sprouts, or shark fries. Or venture into the heart of Copper Shark for a leisurely chef-inspired meal created by Chef Matthew Audette. In addition to seasonal masterpieces, you can always count on classic cuisine like our petite filet, soup du jour and pot du creme. Weather permitting, we encourage you to cozy up next to our courtyard fire pit. Sundays we only have Brucnh service

4. Hersh's

4.8

Exceptional(1232)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Federal Hill

Booked 17 times today

Hersh's celebrates the foods of Italy and the craft of the American bartender. Our menu of fresh, ingredient-driven dishes includes rustic Italian small plates and award-winning housemade pasta, as well as Neapolitan pizza featuring housemade mozzarella and sausage. Our booze program focuses on vintage cocktails, craft brews and spirits and a tightly-edited wine list offering varietals you won't see every day. Come hungry, come thirsty and come often!

5. Magdalena

4.8

Exceptional(1206)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Mt. Vernon

Booked 12 times today

Magdalena is the celebrated restaurant of The Ivy Hotel, a Relais & Châteaux property in Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood.Magdalena, a Maryland Bistro, features refined, “from-scratch” bistro fare driven by the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay region. The seasonally evolving menu celebrates the finest local ingredients, sustainable values, and culinary craftsmanship, resulting in dishes brimming with character.Executive Chef Ülfet Ralph has over a decade of experience in Relais & Châteaux properties. With this expertise, Chef Ralph will continue Magdalena’s mission of exploring innovative and artful interpretations of Maryland cuisine with a purposeful balance of bistro meets elegance. Ingredients are sourced close to home, and relationships with local farmers and purveyors are at the heart of the culinary philosophy. A cheeky cocktail program, Wine Spectator-awarded wine list, and revered whiskey collection complete a delightfully unmatched dining experience.

6. Maximón

4.7

Exceptional(1115)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Inner Harbor

Booked 40 times today

Experience the incredible range and romance of Latin American culture at Maximón,Stop by for food and drink menus inspired by South American and Mexican cuisines, perfectly complemented by stunning stone architecture, wood and marble furniture, and lush greenery throughout the space.Stay awhile—listen to live music acts from all across the nation, or blend your own bottle in our tequila tasting room. Even better, spend a gorgeous day at our Spanish-style courtyard, featuring fountains, an outdoor bar, and Inner Harbor views.Named for a protective Mayan deity, Maximón brings exciting Latin flavor and flair to beautiful Harbor East. Come eat, drink, and enjoy.

7. Dutch Courage

4.8

Exceptional(530)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Charles Village

Booked 20 times today

Dutch Courage is a cozy place where you can enjoy a wide variety of gin-centric cocktails, along with a food menu that includes delightful boards of cheese, charcuterie and tinned seafood. As one reviewer mentioned, it has a 'comfortable, retro, easy to talk in' atmosphere with a cozy fireplace nook and a great bar. Plus, the friendly staff and outstanding desserts make it a favorite spot.

8. Cazbar

4.8

Exceptional(1140)

Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

The Cazbar, established in 2006, is Baltimore’s first & only Turkish Restaurant. With food, atmosphere, & entertainment served in an authentic Turkish style, Cazbar is sure to provide a thoroughly exotic & enchanting dining experience. Cazbar serves lunch & dinner daily and Brunch on Saturday and Sunday.Join us every Friday at pm & Saturday at 9:30 pm, for the most captivating Belly Dancing shows outside of Turkey!In addition, we offer vegan substitutions for many of our dishes upon request. Our Kebaps cannot be made with vegan substitutions & your server can assist with items that are available with vegan options.

9. Baltimore Seafood

4.6

Exceptional(151)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Canton

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Baltimore Seafood! We are a casual seafood restaurant near the heart of Fells Point, Baltimore. Our small team is dedicated to bringing Charm City the tastiest boil bags packed with locally sourced seafood! Our restaurant boasts a sleek bar, modern rustic dining room, and a cozy ambience just minutes away from the signature Baltimore waterfront. Baltimore Seafood lends the perfect balance to cajun seafood cuisine, chic interior décor, and amazing service.

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10. Ethel's Creole Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(35)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Northwest Baltimore

Booked 3 times today

Ethel's Creole Kitchen is a locally owned and operated restaurant specializing in upscale casual dining, fine cocktails, and good times! Our award winning Gumbo and Jambalaya are not to be missed, but the depth of our cuisine doesn't stop there. Chef Ed and Chef Nick are always cooking up seasonal specials and new flavors utilizing fresh seafood, cajun creole staples, smoked / grilled meats, and local products. We also offer a full bar with plenty of signature cocktails, fine wines, and great beers. In the spring, summer, and fall join us for candle lit open patio and outdoor dinning in addition to our regular cozy indoor seating. Great for date nights and family dinners! A Few Signature Dishes and Drinks: Maryland Crabcakes, Pan Bronzed Rockfish, Crab Dip, Gumbo, Jambalaya, Sazerac, Vieux Carre, Shimp and Smoked Brisket Mac and Cheese, Fried Crawfish Grits, Baby Back Ribs

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Paul
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a wonderful experience at Hersh’s. Inventive menu beautifully prepared and outstanding service. Consistently great.
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Hersh'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Federal Hill
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4.8
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Judelinevip
Baltimore / Maryland •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
My best friend and I absolutely love this place! The atmosphere was cozy, and everything we tried was fantastic, but the highlight of our visit was definitely the beer bread—it was absolutely amazing! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and it paired wonderfully with our meal. To top it off, our waitress was outstanding—friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. We'll definitely be coming back!
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True ChesapeakePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Hampden
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4.6
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Kira
Baltimore / Maryland •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
This was more than just a meal for sure, it was an experience! I can’t wait to go back and share it again with more friends and family.
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MagdalenaPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Mt. Vernon
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4.8
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Juliet
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
Great neighborhood restaurant with delicious food and a wonderful atmosphere
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Sammy’s Trattoria - Mt. VernonPrice: Moderate• Italian• Mt. Vernon
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4.5
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Emily
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
We picked copper shark for our 8th anniversary and it was amazing! Everything from the vibe, to the service, to the food was on point, they even wrote us a little happy anniversary sign on the table! Kennedy was our server and was super sweet and knowledgeable about the menu. Drinks and food all came out quickly. Try the smoked cocktails- the presentation in a little smoking leather chest was incredible! We tried the whipped ricotta app with house baked bread and could bathe in it, it was so delicious. We split the tomahawk steak and duck bolognese pasta, both amazing and plenty to take home. How did I not know they make homemade pasta daily!? So hard to find around here and now that I know, can’t wait to come back regularly. The manager even came to say hi, he seems like such a great guy and truly cares about the quality of food and service that they offer, this really sealed the deal about how awesome this place is! Thanks for making our anniversary special, we can’t wait to come back and try the whiskey flights next time!
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Copper SharkPrice: Expensive• American• Locust Point
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4.8

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26 restaurants available nearby

1. True Chesapeake

2. Sammy’s Trattoria - Mt. Vernon

3. Copper Shark

4. Hersh's

5. Magdalena

6. Maximón

7. Dutch Courage

8. Cazbar

9. Baltimore Seafood

10. Ethel's Creole Kitchen

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