25 Essential Maryland Tables
From coastal enclaves to downtown institutions, these are the restaurants defining the dining conversation across Maryland.
Pisco y Nazca Bethesda
Bethesda
Chic spot with a South American feel serving modern Peruvian fare, cocktails & beer.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Rockville
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Angie's Seafood
Baltimore
Elegant restaurant serving traditional seafood, American and Italian dishes, plus cocktails.
Sultana Mediterranean Food
Gaithersburg, Maryland
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Dalesio's Of Little Italy
Baltimore, Maryland
Long-running fixture serving traditional Italian cuisine & wines in a genteel, romantic setting.
Señor Tequila's
Gaithersburg, Maryland
Classic Mexican dishes & a variety of margaritas in a vibrant atmosphere with quirky art & decor.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Baltimore, Maryland
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Royal Taj Restaurant
Laurel, Maryland
A menu of elevated Indian dishes served in a polished restaurant that has a bar.
Basta Pasta Eldersburg
Westminster, Maryland
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Sizzling Bombay
Aberdeen, Maryland
Indian dining & lunch buffets amid vibrant walls with art & artifacts plus a full bar.
Chef Tony's Fresh Seafood-Rockville
Rockville, Maryland
Traditional Italian dishes presented in a burgundy-hued dining room with an old-timey feel.
Senor Chile - Kent Island
Annapolis, Maryland
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Fountain Grill
Gaithersburg, Maryland
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Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Baltimore, Maryland
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Dutch's Daughter
Frederick, Maryland
This upscale American choice offers a genteel dining room & a casual downstairs bar, The Dungeon.
Conrad's Seafood Restaurant
Baltimore, Maryland
Airy seafood joint with a quaint patio dishing up the local catch, creative shellfish & more.
Senor Chile Cafe
Annapolis, Maryland
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Puccio's New York Deli
Brunswick, Maryland
Low-key delicatessen dispensing hefty sandwiches, plus salads, wraps & simple breakfast items.
Pico Taqueria
Pocomoke City, Maryland
Tiny stand, open spring–fall, drawing crowds for inventive tacos made with local ingredients.
Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse - Rockville
Rockville, Maryland
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Bahama Mike's
Severna Park, Maryland
Classic American seafood, sandwiches, appetizers & drinks in a relaxed setting with outdoor seating.
Ambassador Dining Room
Baltimore, Maryland
Upscale Indian fare is served in a dignified wood-beamed space with fireplaces & a seasonal garden.
Lewnes' Steakhouse
Annapolis, Maryland
This venerable chophouse for prime cuts offers a lengthy wine list, retro booths & subdued lighting.
Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar
Baltimore, Maryland
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La Calle
Baltimore, Maryland
Upmarket option whipping up Mexican dishes for lunch & dinner, plus robust mezcal & tequila lists.