Rumor has it when you visit Baltimore restaurants, eating steamed crabs are a must. But even if you're not a fan of seafood, there are plenty of dining options to consider. This page provides links, information and resources for finding a great restaurant the next time you are dining out in Baltimore.

Charleston Restaurant on Lancaster Street is one of the most acclaimed culinary experiences in Baltimore. With the option of trying a three- to six-course meal, the menu--which Zagat calls a "culinary heaven"--features tasty dishes like the New Brunswick halibut, grilled beef tenderloin, or the pan-seared Hudson Valley, foie gras.

For food and seafood dishes starting at only $7, the Blue Moon Cafe is a favorite among locals. Try the crab Benedict or the banana bread pancakes for breakfast.

If it's crab you want, the Tidewater Grille and Obrycki's Crab House are excellent dining options. Whether you want crab cakes, or steamed crab, they have it all in addition to eclectic menus.

When planning a trip, please see the pages on a Baltimore Vacation, Baltimore Hotels, and Baltimore Tours.

• Charleston American, Southern, Phone: 410-332-7373 Google Map
  • Frommer's Exceptional Rating, Zagat Highly Rated

• Ixia Contemporary, Phone: 410-727-1800 Google Map
  • Fodor's Choice

• Ruth's Chris Steak House Steaks/Chops, Phone: 410-783-0033 Google Map
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

• The Black Olive Mediterranean, Phone: 410-276-7141 Google Map
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended, Zagat Highly Rated

• Tío Pepe Mediterranean, Spanish, Phone: 410-539-4675 Google Map
  • Frommer's Rated Exceptional

• Sabatino's Italian, Phone: 410-727-9414 Google Map
  • Frommer's Rated Exceptional

• Della Notte Italian, Phone: 410-837-5500 Google Map
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

• Helmand Afghan, Phone: 410-752-0311 Google Map
  • New York Times Pick

• The Brass Elephant Continental, Phone: 410-547-8480 Google Map
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

• Blue Moon Cafe American, Breakfast, Phone: 410-522-3940 Google Map
  • New York Times Pick

• Vaccaro's Desserts, Phone: 410-685-4905 Google Map
  • Frommer's Highly Recommended

• James Joyce Irish Pub and Restaurant Irish, Phone: 410-727-5107 Google Map
  • Frommer's Recommended

• Paper Moon Diner Diner/Cafe, Phone: 410-889-4444, Google Map
  • Frommer's Recommended

• Liquid Earth Vegetarian, Phone: 410-276-6606 Google Map
  • Happy Cow Highly Rated

• The Yabba Pot Vegetarian, Phone: 410-662-8638 Google Map
  • Happy Cow Highly Rated

• Happy Cow: Baltimore Vegetarian Restaurants

• Obrycki's Crab House Seafood, Phone: 410-732-6399 Google Map
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended, New York Times Pick

• Tidewater Grill Seafood, Steaks, Phone: 410-939-3313 Google Map
  • Frommer's Exceptional Rating

• Gertrude's Seafood, Phone: 410-889-3399 Google Map
  • Frommer's Very Highly Recommended