Ampersea Restaurant

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   Michael

   VIP

   Baltimore

   16 reviews

   5.0

   16 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything about this place was fantastic. In addition to having the most magical holiday decor in town and a great waterfront view, the food and service were top notch. I ordered one of the specials (shrimp gnocchi in pesto sauce), which was out of this world. The bartender even indulged me by making a holiday drink not found on the cocktail menu. Parking was easy as well since Ampersea is located just outside the busy part of Fells Point. I highly recommend Ampersea to anyone who is looking for a memorable night out. It's always great, but those holiday decorations and comfort food winter specials easily put Ampersea at the top of my list at this time of year. I plan to go back next week to enjoy it in all its winter splendor one more time before those stunning decorations and delectable specials are gone.
   

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   Patricia

   Baltimore

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on December 21, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a wonderful time and the food was delicious. We had to wait a bit for our table even though we had reservations. The staff bought us a round of drinks a provided us with appetizers. They were really awesome on a busy holiday night. The restaurant was decorated beautifully. All around a great experience.
   

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   Steffen

   Washington DC

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 19, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   We enjoyed at this place a very friendly atmosphere.
   

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   Cindy

   New York City

   17 reviews

   4.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on December 15, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Beautiful winter theme decor. Lobster roll was good. Not overflowing but plenty of lobster. Burger was big and tasty. The waiter was nice but a little side tracked even though the place had only a few tables with diners. He was slow and forgetful. Miscommunication in needing change as he never came back with it and it became awkward to ask.
   

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   Tomilola

   Baltimore

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 14, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Our server (Malik) did a great job: friendly, great response time, checked in just the right amount & gave us a birthday drink (10/10) The food was mid: • Hot & Honey Wings: lukewarm, dry + you couldn’t taste heat or honey . 8 wings for $20 in this economy is acceptable I guess (0/10) • Oysters Rockefeller: they were a cool take on oysters. Nothing to write home about so (6.7/10) • Seafood Pasta: came out hot, full serving and worth the price. Could use a bit less salt on the shrimp and some heat (spice) but still good! (8.7/10) • Braised Short Rib: overpriced considering it only came with fingerling potatoes. The food was warm but not as hot as the pasta. I’ve def had better short ribs (6.8/10) • Dessert: Brownie/IceCream: the brownie seemed like it was warmed in a microwave cause half of it was cold lol. Also it wasn’t solid, more like fudge? Idk — (4/10) We parked in the lot next door and didn’t use the bathroom so nothing to note there. The set up is cute (sea themed) and though it was busy, it wasn’t super loud or chaotic. Overall: 5.6/10 — I’d come back but probably stick to Seafood.
   

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   Elizabeth

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 11, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a delicious girls night out! Holiday decor was cheerful, meal delicious, server kind. Cute cocktail names however we chose a bottle of wine instead. This has been on my “to go” list for quite a while and definitely worth it!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Baltimore

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on December 7, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Charming place with absolutely exceptional host….who cared for each diner like a welcomed friend and took special photos of diners by the water. What a lovely and kind man. Oh and the food was more than decent as well. I’d go back…
   

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   Elizabeth

   Baltimore

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 7, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Good food, good atmosphere, small but not overly crowded. I wanted ceviche but was told it was seasonal for the warmer months, the oysters were fresh, my seafood pasta was good just could've had a little more crab meat. Since it was my birthday they gave me a piece of cheesecake with a candle. Joey the manager was very nice, funny and hospitable.
   

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   Shontea

   VIP

   Baltimore

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on December 7, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Customer Service and food was OUTSTANDING! Thanks Joey
   

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    Charles

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    It was our first time here and were celebrating my Wife's birthday. Joey the Manager immediately introduced himself and was very welcoming. He tended to our needs and made sure we were comfortable and even took some pictures for us. Our server Kiki was equally as amazing! Very knowledgeable of the menu and accommodating to our requests for the meal. She checked in on us frequently and maintained her positive attitude and professionalism. The food prepared by the Chefs and kitchen Staff was top tier. So much so, that we cleaned our plates! Atmosphere was tasteful and well lit. We really enjoyed ourselves. Thank you for making this special day even more magical! We will come again, soon!
    

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