visitor guides to Baltimore

Sep 8, 2011

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The 5 Best Clubs in Baltimore

Sep 8, 2011

After some delicious crab cakes and a few drinks in some of Baltimore’s top bars, put on your dancing shoes and head out to check out some of the best clubs in Baltimore. Whether salsa’s your thing or if you’re more into club classics, Baltimore’s got the club for you.

Dining in Baltimore

All self-respecting Eastern Seaboard cities have a great collection of fine seafood restaurants, and dining in Baltimore doesn’t disappoint. This city on the Bay is most famous for its crab shacks and crab cakes, including Obrycki’s and Captain’s Crab Houses as well as Lowers Crab Shack and Fish Market.

The Inner Harbor is host to McCormick & Schmick’s, the Rusty Scupper with its views along the harbor to the sparkling skyline beyond. Great fish dishes are also found at Phillips Seafood and the famous Oceanaire Seafood Room. Small, delightful eateries can also be found throughout Baltimore’s charming neighborhoods along the historic cobblestone streets in the city’s East and West sides.

So if you’re craving the best and freshest seafood around, or have an appetite for great American or ethnic cuisine, Baltimore eateries won’t disappoint.

10 Baltimore Restaurants

17 Light Restaurant and Lounge

Residence Inn Baltimore Downtown/ Inner Harbor 17 Light Street, Baltimore (Maryland), MD 21202

Find fantastic American cuisine at 17 Light Restaurant and Lounge on the ground floor of the Residence Inn Baltimore Downtown Inner Harbor. Fresh seafood is available here as well as happy hour specials almost every day of the week.

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/bwihb-residence-inn-baltimore-downtown-inner-harbor/

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Alizée Boutique Bistro and Wine Bar

Inn at the Colonnade Baltimore, A Doubletree Hotel 4 West University Parkway, Baltimore (Maryland), MD 21218

Wine and dine at the fun and relaxed Alizée Boutique Bistro and Wine Bar inside the Inn at The Colonnade Baltimore - A DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel. This restaurant serves up some great American food, and has an extensive wine menu.

http://doubletree1.hilton.com/en_US/dt/hotel/BWICUDT-Inn-at-The-Colonnade-Baltimore-A-DoubleTree-by-Hilton-Hotel-Maryland/dining.do

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Bistro 300

Hyatt Regency Baltimore 300 Light Street, Baltimore, MD, Baltimore, 21202

Enjoy delicious local cuisine at Bistro 300 inside the Hyatt Regency Baltimore. You will find Atlantic treats like crab soup and famous crab cakes. There is also an extensive drink menu to help you wind down after a long day.

http://baltimore.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/entertainment/restaurants/index.jsp#1681

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Brightons

InterContinental Harbor Court Baltimore 550 Light Street, Baltimore (Maryland), MD 21202

Take in the beautiful views of Baltimore's Inner Harbor from Brightons restaurant inside the InterContinental Harbor Court Baltimore. You can enjoy this delicious cuisine any time of the day, because it is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

http://www.harborcourt.com/dining/brightons.cfm

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Champions Sports Bar & Restaurant

BWI Airport Marriott 1743 West Nursery Road, Baltimore (Maryland), MD 21090

Catch the big game, or just grab a beer at the Champions Sports Bar & Restaurant inside the BWI Airport Marriott. This Sports bar has TVs on every wall, and the friendly staff will help recommend delicious food and beer.

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/bwiap-bwi-airport-marriott/

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Chesapeake

BWI Airport Marriott 1743 West Nursery Road, Baltimore (Maryland), MD 21090

Eat some of the incredible fresh seafood that Baltimore is known for at the Chesapeake restaurant inside the BWI Airport Marriott. Crab legs and clam chowder are just a couple of the great menu items you will find here.

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/bwiap-bwi-airport-marriott/

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Diamond Tavern

Hilton Baltimore 401 West Pratt Street, Baltimore (Maryland), MD 21201

Relax, and enjoy delicious food at the Diamond Tavern on the ground floor of the Hilton Baltimore. You have the choice of dining inside or on the large outdoor patio. Whichever you decide, you are guaranteed to love your meal.

http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/BWICCHH-Hilton-Baltimore-Maryland/dining.do;jsessionid=5574CA9BB76FFE64B8AD7AF7406B38D4.etc33

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Grand Cafe

Tremont Plaza Hotel 222 Saint Paul Place, Baltimore (Maryland), MD 21202

Come into the Grand Café inside the Tremont Plaza Hotel for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. This restaurant has everything from sandwiches, and soups, to delicious homemade gelato.

http://www.tremontplazahotel.com/dining/grand-cafe

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Grille 700

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront 700 Aliceanna Street, Baltimore (Maryland), MD 21202

Go to Grille 700 inside the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront for fantastic American food. There are definitely heavy Atlantic Ocean influences here, but that doesn’t mean you can't find a great steak.

http://www.marriottmodules.com/restaurant/hotels/hotel-information/travel/bwiwf-marriott-baltimore-waterfront-hotel/grille_700/

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The Yard

Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards 110 South Eutaw Street, Baltimore (Maryland), MD 21201

Have a relaxed meal at The Yard restaurant inside the Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards. This eatery is a local favorite, and makes for a great place to meet clients or co-workers.

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/bwiih-baltimore-marriott-inner-harbor-at-camden-yards/

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