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“Real Italian cuisine is served here in ample helpings. Mama's Favorite Caesar salad can be split for two people. It's loaded with soft fresh mozzarella, artichoke, & sundried tomatoes. It's my favorite, too. The lasagna had so much of the wonderful delicate tomato sauce, it was covered. This is the real authentic lasagna of Italy. For a tasty pasta with a kick, the Salmone Al Pesto has a marvelous creamy pesto sauce, & a heaping of small fresh button mushrooms. They say it's only 6 oz. of salmon but the whole plate was covered in large segments of it--it's large enough to take home for a second dinner. Mama had made her own Tiramisu. The delicate sponge soaked with flavor is something not to be missed. Get it when you can. The service from Madison was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable & extremely helpful. This is a wonderful place for authentic Italian meals.“

“Nice friendly atmosphere. The food and steamed crabs were excellent. We were a party of 12 and our waitress, Barb, was very friendly and accommodating.“

“Outstanding“

“I don’t know who needs to hear this, but their $1.50 mimosas and bread pudding with vanilla sauce are worth a visit for their Sunday Brunch! You will NOT regret it!!!“

“The food is very good, but It is a little pricey. I am disappointed to find out yesterday that they no longer have the French dip grilled cheese sandwich on their menu. Why not??“

“My first visit here and I was absolutely blown away by every aspect .... the service, attention and graciousness of the staff is well beyond 5 stars. Juanita recommended so many things to help make my experience so enjoyable. The food was outstanding! She recommended the buffet so that I could try several things I was interested in. Others on the staff showed me some presentations for the way some items are traditionally served. What a wonderful dining experience in Bel Air! Highly recommend this restaurant!“

“Gretta was great. Had 1 bad crab out of 12 Kate replaced no problem and no questions asked.“

“First time and the atmosphere was great, little small for volume of patrons. The Hostess, "Crystal" went above and beyond and truly brings the vibe, knows her role, her ability to engage customers, her energy.. The food was and the presentation of the Flight Sampler was cool little birds.. We had Coco Bread(Better than Texas Roadhouse) , Salmond with Rice n peas and coconut cream sauce AND Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta. Topped off Crystal made me a personalized Mother's Day dessert of warm pound cake with vanilla ice cream and drizzle on top.. She definitely "Loves what she does" It ALL made for a great experience.“

“I just have to share the fantastic experience we had tonight. My husband and I went to The Local around 6:30 pm (prime time without reservations lol). The only available seats were a high top table in the bar area. They asked us if that was ok and we said “sure”. Within a minute or so after being seated, it became apparent that our vision of a nice relaxing dinner would be impossible in that room. The Preakness was about to begin, and that bar was loud and hopping! Don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining, I love to see people enjoying themselves. It was a party, but just wasn’t our vibe tonight. We decided we would go elsewhere. We politely informed the hostess that we were going to leave because it was just a tad too noisy, but that we would definitely return again soon. We stressed that we were not mad, or upset. As we were walking to our car, a very nice gentleman followed us out and asked if we would consider returning if they could sit us elsewhere. We said “Of course!” We didn’t think there were any other available tables, but he said they would work something out for us. We told him we didn’t expect them to go out of their way for us and that we could wait. Within five minutes, we were seated at a lovely table in the dining room. We later learned the gentleman that helped us was none other than the owner/ executive chef Zack. We went on to have a delicious dinner with the most attentive and charming server. They demonstrated exemplary customer service, which sadly is lacking in many other establishments. We weren’t expecting any special treatment, but they certainly went above and beyond for us, and it was very much appreciated! When we were leaving, Zack happened to be outside, so he made sure to ask how our experience was. We told him it was amazing, and that his restaurant has been one of our favorites since it opened. We told him we would be back soon. Our experience there tonight is just one of many examples why this restaurant stands out, and why we will always highly recommend them! Thank you all so much for proving customer service is not a dying art!“

“A great place to eat, drink and be with friends“

“Favorite pizza in MD. I've been going to Pizza John's my whole life. Cheeseburger subs are also pretty good.“

“The atmosphere when you come in is akin to an old style Italian eatery. The restaurant feels very comforting and inviting, with wonderful employees greeting you right away. definetly recommend for the food but also the atmosphere and wonderful employee demeanor. 5 stars. p.s. the bbq chicken pizza is amazing, big chunks of chicken and wonderfully crafted.“

“The place is amazing. Delicious food great atmosphere“

“Love this place! They have great food, at great prices, and great service. The loaded fries for $6, cannot be beaten, and I LOVE their lamb gyro. My husband always gets their lamb combo rice bowl, we always have leftovers for lunch the next day. The dinning area is small, but quiet and a really nice place to sit and have a quick bite while your out with your family. This place has become one of our families favorite places to eat out for 2 of the most important reasons. First, it is delicious!!! And second, it's super affordable. We have a family of 5 and it can get expensive quick to eat out, but not here.“

“the food tastes great. My wife and I love their food. That red sauce is so so spicy. Definitely get that sauce on the side.“

“Great fun, friendly atmosphere but most importantly best authentic Mexican food! Recommend this restaurant to all my friends“

“We haven't been here since it was sold. The place is beautiful! The food was excellent and our waitress, Holly was the bomb diggity!!! We had the CRAB COW BERGER and it was the best burger we ever . Moist beef and the crab cake with crab imperial was divine. The fries were cooked perfect, nice and crunchy but just as soft on the inside. They were NOT coated! Prices were very reasonable. When you get food like this, you don't mind what it costs as long as it is great. Again, ask for Holly to be your waitress. The best server we have had in a long time. Professional but down to earth and she was on top of everything. We went to celebrate our birthday's. Holly even sang when she brought our cake out! What a FANTASTIK time we had. Please go and enjoy the staff and food... you won't be disappointed!!! Thanks for everything Holly!“

“we had never been there before today. A friend recommended them. The berry salad is perfection! Turkey sandwich with cranberries and brie, perfection. Everything we got was delicious and they answered our questions without tude. everyone was so kind and helpful. our new favorite salad and sandwich shop! thank you guys for a wonderful experience ❤️“

“great food and service.“

“My son Aaron is on the extreme end of the spectrum and Kiwi is his service dog. This morning, Aaron wanted to go to breakfast which he never asks to do. Sarah Renae and I go to Double T Diner White Marsh for lunch periodically. I called to see how busy they were and if they had booths available. We got a booth in the back (near that giant TV) our waiter was amazing so was the hostess. Aaron does not like going to eat at restaurants because far too often he's made to feel unwelcome because of his service dog. Let me be clear not telling him to leave and making him feel welcome like every other customer are not the same. Today, he was made to feel welcome. Today, his service dog (Kiwi) was made to feel welcome. After we ate breakfast which he had this huge pumpkin Belgium waffle with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, caramel and chocolate syrup with a side a bacon (only 12. 99) I let him pick out a desert for us to take home then he went outside while I paid. He picked the recess cheesecake for himself and the tiramisu for me. One of the hostesses came and asked how things where and if I was the one who had called earlier. I started to tear up as I thanked her and the staff for making Aaron feel welcome and like every other customer. I think it's important to acknowledge when a business not only does the right thing but does the right thing correctly and enthusiastically. So, to the owners, the hostesses, and our waiter (forget his name) thank you from a mom and caretaker this was a big deal for him. Veronica“

“Was very impressed. The Chesapeake Benedict was awesome. The Bloody Mary was on point and also the mimosa. Kristen (can’t remember the spelling) was the bartender and amazing and very attentive. 5 star experience. What also impressed me was they had a special part on their check that had a separate 2% specially going towards their cooking staff which I happily did. I just thought that was cool. Definitely a goto now for brunch.“

“The Power Lunch Specials menu is a bargain at $17.77. The Meatballs & Polenta are excellent. This is 3/4 of the normal lunch menu portion, but is very tasty & extremely filling. The fried calamari is heavy in batter & needs all the lemon juice you can squeeze onto it. The dipping sauces have a lot of hot peppers in them, & are both really spicy. Penne Caprese is fresh & tasty. lovely lunch. Unfortunately, portion sizes vary from day to day. Ask for a full portion. Fettucine Genovese is extremely flavorful. The rich flavor of the cheese enhances the braised beef--a good dish. The coffee had a nice flavor but was watery. It would be much better if they used more coffee.“

“We literally just left and I could not recommend this place enough. I'm pregnant and had a craving for Asian food. We live in PA, so we literally drove almost an hour to get here and I am so glad we did! We got the beef ramen, crispy chicken rice dish with curry sauce, fried chicken & spicy mayo appetizer, a beef rice dish. I was very impressed with the food and the staff and atmosphere was great too. I was so full and so happy. My kids loved the food too and actually ate which if you have kids, you know they usually don't eat. All in all, I recommend this place 100%.“

“Amazing. the wait staff was very attentive and very friendly. kitchen staff was on point with everything we ordered. everything was perfectly cooked and tasted fantastic. The cocktails were great too. Can not recommend enough.“

“Had a birthday dinner here with 8 people and honestly had a great experience. The tandoori chicken was really good, and the garlic naan was fresh and delicious. We also got the butter chicken and a few other dishes, and everything tasted really good.

The service was probably the best part. Everyone was really friendly and attentive, and they made sure our whole group was taken care of. The service was so good that it actually made me want to write a review, which I don’t usually do. Definitely a good spot for a group dinner or birthday. Would definitely come back.“

“I am currently at Bombay Night's beautiful and bountiful lunch buffet.. I always come hungry and leave incredibly satisfied and well-fed..This is such a wonderful, gracious establishment that treats you like family from the moment you walk in the door..I return almost every Sunday for brunch. Their atmosphere, food and service can't be beat..My go to for fantastic Indian cuisine!Hope to see you there! Stop by and say,"Hi"!“

“Best drinks and yummy food. If you haven’t tried the Saga 23, it’s amazing. We always have a great experience when we visit.“

“We came here last Friday for my fathers wake. Everything was perfect, food was hot and refined quickly. The server, Mike was amazing. Thank you for a wonderful experience.“

“The best clean food I’ve ever had. The food is always well made, and such good flavor. The staff is always super friendly. The managers are always super helpful with questions, especially Melissa who goes above and beyond if I ever need anything. Totally recommend coming here, will always be coming back!“

“Enjoyed the delicious Maryland Club sandwich and a tasty Caesar salad. Ms. Rachel and the wait staff were amazing and welcoming. The Brunch Menu offers a few tasty options, as well. No matter what you choose, your meal will be a joy to your palette. Will surely return soon.“

“Thursday evening was my first time there. We made a reservation and were seated right away. We were there for steamed crabs. Our server immediately put our order in and brought our drinks. Our crabs came out pretty quickly. I can’t say enough about the two ladies that were serving us. They were very attentive but not to the extreme. Both were very friendly. Our crabs were excellent! Not one light crab. We will definitely go back again. If you’re looking for great food, excellent service and a very friendly atmosphere, Bird River Inn is your place to go. Their food prices are very reasonable and the portions are huge!“

“Super delicious & large crab cakes! Generous portions. Great prices 👍🏽

The owner is super nice and personable. He talks to you like he's known you forever. Comes and checks on you. He gave us extra garlic bread.“

“They have really Great food. Lots of variety. Made well. Portions are huge! The serving staff is wonderful. Best kept secret😘“

“Nothing like the Birdland; ½ lb steamed shrimp 🦐 & ½ lb wings 🐔— the perfect combo. Had to get a ½ dozen crabs too 🦀 Great food, even better company, and top-tier service every time, thanks to Stephanie! We truly love being able to have dinner here!“

“Loved dinner tonight! Soft shells were legendary. Service was top notch (Reese is excellent). We will absolutely return on a regular basis. Great stuff!“

“We just had our first of many dinners at Island Spice. The lamb chops, rasta pasta, and drinks were outstanding! The service was excellent! We’ll definitely be back soon!“

“Plaza Mexico never disappoints! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. My absolute favorite is the quesadilla with beans and rice — it’s so delicious every single time. The quesadilla is perfectly cheesy and cooked just right, and the beans and rice pair with it perfectly. Whether you’re craving something comforting, authentic, or just seriously good, Plaza Mexico is always the move. Great service, great flavors, and always hits the spot! 🌮🤍“

“Solid spot if you want to have a solid meal with flavor in all honesty. Bel Air otherwise provides boring vanilla cuisine that is not best if you wish to explore fun and tasty cuisine. I would recommend their Bohlani and their Chicken Kabab platters. The saffron/kabuli rice is also highly recommended and delicious.“

“Food is soo good! Never gotten anything I sis not like“

“Had brunch there this morning and it was super yummy. The only complaint is that the bar chairs are not comfortable. I was in jeans and I was constantly sliding forward. I used my feet to push me back on and hold me there; I shouldn’t have to engage my muscles to sit in a bar chair. Other than that, it was great. Good food, good service, and good bartenders.“

“My husband and I have dined at Basta Pasta on numerous occasions, preferring to sit at the bar, and have never been disappointed. The service at the bar is excellent and the food is delicious. You get a lot of bang for your buck with the salad and breadsticks with the meal too. Drinks are always well made and we are never left waiting long for refills or food. The entire staff are always top-notch and on top of everything, professional, hardworking, and polite. We appreciate this local restaurant and will continue to frequent it. Desserts are also delicious. Also, the coffee drink I ordered had real whipped cream which was impressive.“

“We needed a tapas style Friendsgiving dinner. We got compliments on the taste and quality all night long. We are fans. 10/10 recommend. Will be reaching out for all future parties. You are awesome!! 🤩 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“I ordered from the White Marsh location, for the first time and it was absolutely amazing!order was ready quickly a bit before the time promised. Food was great, it looked like the menu photos, I got the lil roni, the cinnamon & the fruity crispy little dippers and they all tasted better than I expected.Those desserts are the flipping business, I ate every cinnamon dipper after my half of the pizza at dinner and every fruity dipper for breakfast then the other half of pizza at lunch, aaaaaand I’m gonna repeat it tonight! Service at pickup was fast & very friendly 10/10 defo recommendo“

“Fantastic salads and wings“

“Great option for Korean food. Wish there was more meat on the bimbimbap, but had tons of fresh vegetables and served with three banchan. Tteokbokki was well made — only had two fish cakes and some sliced carrot/onion to go with it. Bulgogi was also good.“

“Awesome a great Baltimore tradition for crabs, recently enjoyed the soup flight that comes with bread and it was amazing, I recommend the seafood gumbo.. my new favorite, engaging prompt bartender, sitting at the bar alone still felt so welcoming, 63 year old female FYI.“

“The waitress staff is the best in the area. Never wait for a refill or to be served. They all come over and recognize that you are back and greet you accordingly. The afternoon staff for lunch is the best. I’m not sure of their names but they are the best!!“

“Great food and drinks. Friendly folks.“

“Fresh and flavorful seafood! Excellent service every time I go!“

“Absolute hidden gem on Philadelphia Road!

​If you are looking for a spot that treats you like family the second you walk through the door, Yia Yia's Bakery in Rosedale is an absolute must-visit.

​The service here is top-notch—super friendly, welcoming, and remarkably fast service that gets you in and out with your sugar fix before you even have time to change your mind. And trust me, you don't want to skip a single thing on their menu.

The tasty treats are next-level; whether you're grabbing a slice of cake, a pastry, or something decadent, everything is undeniably fresh and packed with flavor.
​Lightning-fast counter service, incredible sweets, and zero hassle.

I'll definitely be back on regular rotation!“