The dining scene in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, though dominated by national chains, offers good variety. The area's restaurants tend to be pricier than the surrounding neighborhoods' (with, perhaps, the exception of Little Italy), but it still has plenty of reasonably priced eateries. To find a meal with more local flavor, explore the nearby neighborhoods of Fells Point, Harbor East, Canton, Little Italy and Federal Hill.
- | | Learn more about how to get dining discounts at Inner Harbor restaurants from Restaurant.com | |
To cap off your dinner with dancing, the restaurants and nightclubs in Power Plant Live! are a good bet.
Harborplace is home to mostly casual, moderately priced eateries, while the surrounding hotels host the more upscale dining establishments. Other restaurants, sprinkled throughout the waterfront area, run the gamut from inexpensive burritos to local seafood favorites.
- Capital City Brewing Company
Harborplace, Light Street Pavilion
410-539-7468
Price: Moderate
The name is a dead giveaway that this brew pub chain is imported from DC. - The Cheesecake Factory
Harborplace, Pratt Street Pavilion
410-234-3990
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Moderate
Expect a wait at this national eatery known for its huge portions and, of course, cheesecake. - Edgar's Billiards Club
Pratt and Light Streets on skywalk
410-752-8080
Outdoor dining
Price: Moderate
The full-service restaurant inside this 16-table pool hall serves basic American fare. - ESPN Zone
Power Plant, Pratt Street
410-685-3776
Outdoor dining
Price: Moderate
Games, dining and TVs galore are the norm at Baltimore's location of this national chain. - Grille 700
700 Aliceanna St.
410-895-1879
Price: Expensive
Inside the Marriott Waterfront Hotel in Harbor East - Hard Rock Cafe Baltimore
Power Plant, Pratt Street
410-347-7625
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Moderate
At eastern end of the harbor, this national chain offers burgers and the like amid musical memorabilia. - M&S Grill
Harborplace, Pratt Street Pavilion
410-547-9333
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Moderate - Expensive
Features traditional American grill specialties such as pot roast, prime rib, roasted chicken and seafood. - J. Paul's
Harborplace, Light Street Pavilion
410-659-1889
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Moderate-Expensvie
Barbeque, seafood, salads and sandwiches are on the menu at this regional chain.
Asian-Fusion
- Roy's
Marriott Hotel, Harbor East
410-659-0099
Price: Expensive
Offering what it dubs "Hawaiian fusion cuisine," Roy's blends European sauces and Asian spices.Continental/New American
- Charleston Restaurant
1000 Lancaster Street
410-332-7373
Price: Very Expensive
Continental cuisine with a southern twist from Cindy Wolfe. - Hampton's
Intercontinental Harbor Court Hotel
410-234-0550
Price: Very Expensive
Old World elegance is paired with contemporary American cuisine. Jacket preferred but not required. - Brightons Orangerie
Intercontinental Harbor Court Hotel
410-234-0550
Price: Expensive
Breakfast and lunch served everyday and afternoon tea on Fridays and Saturdays. - Watertable
Renaissance Harborplace Hotel
410-685-8439
Price: Expensive
Formerly, Windows the view remains the same. Cuisine is upscale Chesapeake Bay fare.Cuban
- Babalu Grill
Market Place
410-234-9898
Outdoor dining
Price: Moderate-Expensive
Ceviche is the specialty at this eatery serving contemporary and classic Cuban cuisine.Irish
- Tir Na Nog Irish Bar & Grill
Harborplace, Pratt Street Pavilion
410-483-8968
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Moderate
Enjoy creative Irish fare in a tavern atmosphere. - James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant
President Street
410-727-5107
Price: Moderate
Cozy pub serves American and Irish fare.Japanese
- Edo Sushi Inner Harbor
Harborplace, Pratt Street Pavilion
410-843-9804
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Expensive
The Inner Harbor is home to this popular local chain's third location.Mexican
- Chipotle
Pratt Street, Pier 4
410-837-8353
Outdoor dining
Price: Inexpensive
Have it your way at this national chain specializing in made-to-order burritos. - Big Kahuna Cantina
Harborplace, Light Street Pavilion
410-539-7060
Outdoor dining
Price: Moderate
Casual fusion of Mexican and Polynesian fare.Pizza
- California Pizza Kitchen
Harborplace, Pratt Street Pavilion
410-783-9339
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Moderate
People line up for this national chain's hearth-baked pizzas topped with international flavor.Seafood
- Blue Sea Grill
Market Place
410-837-7300
Outdoor dining
Price: Expensive
Contemporary seafood dishes are served in an elegant setting. - Phillips Harborplace
Harborplace, Light Street Pavilion
410-685-6600
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Moderate
Dig in to Maryland-style seafood at this popular regional chain. Carryout available. - McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant
Pier 5 Hotel
410-234-1300
Price: Expensive
Changing menu offers upscale, traditional seafood. - Oceanaire Seafood Room
801 Aliceanna St.
443-872-0000
Price: Expensive
Menu changes daily based on market availability. - Rusty Scupper Restaurant
Inner Harbor's western side
410-727-3678
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Expensive
Enjoy dramatic views of Fells Point and the Inner Harbor while dining on Maryland seafood.Spanish
- La Tasca
Harborplace, Pratt Street Pavilion
410-209-2562
Outdoor dining, waterfront
Price: Moderate
Tasty tapas are on the menu at Baltimore's location of this international chain.Steak
- Ruth's Chris
Pier 5 Hotel
410-230-0033
Outdoor dining
Price: Expensive - Very Expensive
Upscale steakhouse is part of a national chain. - Flemings Steak House
720 Aliceanna St.
410-332-1666
Price: Expensive - Very Expensive Chain steak house in Harbor East.
American Casual
Pricing Key
Typical dinner entrée prices:$9 & under – Inexpensive
$10 to $17 – Moderate
$18- $24 – Expensive
$25 & up - Very Expensive
