Best Cozy Restaurants in Towson

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1. Fogo de Chao - Towson

4.2

Awesome(79)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Towson

Booked 64 times today

Now Open! Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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2. Cece’s Roland Park

4.4

Awesome(246)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Roland Park

Booked 23 times today

Cece's is an unparalleled dining destination that seamlessly blends sophistication with comfort. Guided by the exceptional talent of Michelin-starred Chef Sharpe, Cece's features an innovative, continental European menu with coastal influences, accompanied by house made pastas and pizzas. The open-air courtyard features a large bar, lounge and beautifully landscaped areas for al fresco dining.Cece's Roland Park dining room and Terrace are available for reservations through Open Table. Walk-in diners should visit the host at Cece's Roland Park entrance, located next to Always Ice Cream.

3. The Valley Inn

4.4

Awesome(2291)

Price: Moderate

• American • Towson

Booked 14 times today

One of Baltimore County's most historic and iconic restaurants, The Valley Inn features flavorful food & a passion for friendly service in the heart of Greenspring Valley, with a nod to the rich history and notable past. The Valley Inn's extensive space features a main dining room, a one of a kind oyster bar and a beautifully landscaped outdoor patio with a full bar.

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4. The Melting Pot - Towson

4.6

Exceptional(1891)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Towson

Booked 8 times today

The Melting Pot in Towson offers an extraordinary dining experience that you won't find at any other restaurant. Here, you'll discover all the ingredients to a perfect evening, including a relaxed atmosphere, private tables, attentive service, fine wines and fabulous four-course dinners. No matter what the occasion, from a romantic date to get-togethers with friends, meetings or large groups, The Melting Pot always hits the spot. We believe in celebrating the everyday, so you don’t need a special reason to come out for our delicious menu offerings.Your experience begins with rich cheese fondues prepared table-side. Your taste buds will be delighted by a fresh salad course. The third course is diverse selections of entrées choice ranging from steak, seafood, gluten free and vegetarian options! The finale fourth course is Chocolate Fondue served with decadent dippers.We are sure the time and rich conversations around our steamy fondue pots will bring you closer to family and friends.

5. La Food Marketa

4.6

Exceptional(1877)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pikesville

Booked 3 times today

Chad Gauss & La Food Marketa offer an up to par, down to earth restaurant experience in Quarry Lake featuring soul satisfying food from the Americas. Our focus is simply fresh, approachable, and fun! We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs. Our bar offers well thought out drinks and bangin' happy hour specials. Come in & smile! We will do the rest!Outdoor seating is currently available but not guaranteed. In the event of inclement weather, incoming reservations will be seated on a first come - first serve basis. Tables currently sitting will be allowed to move to another table if possible, but tables themselves cannot be moved under any circumstance. We have limited space under cover and cannot accommodate every one to be out of the weather. If you have already ordered food and choose not to stay you will be given boxes to go.

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6. 7 West Bistro Grille

4.0

Excellent(631)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Towson

Serving Mediterranean tapas, homemade soups and organic gourmet salads, authentic gyros, Angus burgers and Mediterranean-inspired entrees featuring fresh fish, seafood, steaks and chops alongside local Baltimore favorites. Whatever your craving, our menu has something to satisfy it. We pride ourselves with excellent food and exceptional service. 7 West is casual fine dining in a modern, elegant setting that is both intimate and relaxing. Our thoughtfully priced dishes allow the entire family to share a night out together. We feature an unbeatable Happy Hour from 3pm-7pm with half price tapas as well as late night dining and the After Hours Lounge. We offer Brunch every Saturday and Sunday till 3pm. We are the perfect location for your holiday or private parties. Reservations are recommended.

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7. Ethel's Creole Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(35)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Northwest Baltimore

Ethel's Creole Kitchen is a locally owned and operated restaurant specializing in upscale casual dining, fine cocktails, and good times! Our award winning Gumbo and Jambalaya are not to be missed, but the depth of our cuisine doesn't stop there. Chef Ed and Chef Nick are always cooking up seasonal specials and new flavors utilizing fresh seafood, cajun creole staples, smoked / grilled meats, and local products. We also offer a full bar with plenty of signature cocktails, fine wines, and great beers. In the spring, summer, and fall join us for candle lit open patio and outdoor dinning in addition to our regular cozy indoor seating. Great for date nights and family dinners! A Few Signature Dishes and Drinks: Maryland Crabcakes, Pan Bronzed Rockfish, Crab Dip, Gumbo, Jambalaya, Sazerac, Vieux Carre, Shimp and Smoked Brisket Mac and Cheese, Fried Crawfish Grits, Baby Back Ribs

8. Citron

4.9

Exceptional(2205)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Towson

Booked 6 times today

Casually elegant, romantic American Waterfront Dining in Baltimore County with lovely outside dining on the lake. Repeat winner BEST of BALTIMORE, OpenTable Diners' Choice, Wine Spectator Awards. Owned and operated by Susan and Charles Levine. Enjoy a seasonal menu of highest-grade center-cut steaks, chops and seafood with expert preparation led by Executive Chef Mary Hersh and exquisite sushi by Chef Alan from Hong Kong; plus craft cocktails, and many of the world's best wines and spirits. Everything made in-house. Al fresco dining in peaceful nature or indoors in elegant ambiance. Parties of 7+ or private events please contact us 410-363-0900 reservations@citronbaltimore.com Exquisite venue for food lovers, with fireplace; subtle TVs in upscale bar. Our 8 private dining rooms and private event venue, The Cove, feature Hi-tech AV, inside/outside Lakefront spaces for large social and corporate events. Heated outdoor terraces year round equal nature lover's paradise. Free parking.

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9. Cypriana - Homewood

4.8

Exceptional(1719)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Hampden

Booked 6 times today

For parties of 5 or more, please call us at 410-837-7482. From our very conception, Cypriana has been and will always be committed to providing clean, house-made and authentic Cypriot cuisine. A cuisine that is an amalgamation of the world’s wealthiest cultures. And we consider it a privilege to have started in one of the oldest cities in America. We predicate our image and pride on the familial hang-out environment and refined dishes that you can only get at Cypriana. It is our desire to bring a more traditional approach to full-service dining.

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10. Ambassador Dining Room

4.5

Awesome(220)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Tuscany-Canterbury

Booked 1 time today

Discover fine Indian fare at the Ambassador Dining Room. This upscale eatery, located in a stylish Roland Park apartment tower, features a beautiful outdoor patio, overlooking a verdant urban oasis. Ambassador Dining Room is a Baltimore favorite, beloved for its luxurious ambiance and white-glove service. The menu features a wealth of northern and southern Indian dishes, with a popular daily lunch buffet and a special Sunday brunch, featuring special combination plates and mimosas made with fresh-squeezed orange juice. The menu includes classic fare, from freshly-made samosas, chicken and fish Tikka Masala to vegetarian staples like Channa Masala and Palak Paneer. Food at Ambassador Dining Room is incredibly fresh and flavorful, paired with homemade breads and basmati rice for the ultimate authentic taste. The restaurant has a full bar, offering classic cocktails, spirits and imported and domestic beers and wines.

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wandavip
Baltimore / Maryland •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The restaurant was beautifully decorated and very clean. Our meal was fantastic and the service was excellent. The vast selection on the menu is amazing. Fogo de Chao is an exceptional restaurant. The General Manager manages the restaurant with top service and great customer service.
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Fogo de Chao - TowsonPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Towson
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Patrickvip
Baltimore / Maryland •36 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Front of the House - Ambassador Patti - one of a kind. Professional; Atlas Restaurant Group brand specialist; and a magnet for bring guests back. Patti’s ability to connect with people is both with ease and genuine. An absolute gem all year round! The travel to and while be seated is a wonderful experience. Wait Staff - Stephanie menu knowledgeable; helpful; and attentive. Wonderful conversations. Manages the room. Management - Amanda - circulates the various dining areas. Helpful; again genuine; and down to earth. Keep interacting with your Clients - we appreciate the conversations. Meal - Maryland Crab soup - seasoned; visible crab meat; and correct temperature. Shrimp cocktail - tasty. The cocktail sauce was solid. The Kitchen Team is all about consistency; presentation; and taste. Parking Lot - come on 2025. The potential trip hazards are opening - more. Appears that no negatives have been reported. Stripping with the repairs will improve the appearance. Let’s extend the investments to the surface parking. Thank you for all you have and continue to accomplish.
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The Valley InnPrice: Moderate• American• Towson
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4.4
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Robin
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food! Great service! Thanks for acknowledging our anniversary! Whitney was great! Thank you!
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La Food MarketaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Pikesville
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4.6
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Terryvip
Baltimore / Maryland •49 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
Reservation for 6 at 6:30, seated on time and excellent service started. Great job by our server with drinks and food delivered on time by friendly staff. If you have not experienced CECES I suggest you do so as you won’t be disappointed.
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Cece’s Roland ParkPrice: Expensive• Modern European• Roland Park
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4.4
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Christopher
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
The melting pot is always a good choice for a immersive experience. Service was good, choices were fantastic. Looking forward to our next visit there.
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The Melting Pot - TowsonPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Towson
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48 restaurants available nearby

1. Fogo de Chao - Towson

2. Cece’s Roland Park

3. The Valley Inn

4. The Melting Pot - Towson

5. La Food Marketa

6. 7 West Bistro Grille

7. Ethel's Creole Kitchen

8. Citron

9. Cypriana - Homewood

10. Ambassador Dining Room

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