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Michael's Cafe, Timonium, MD

Michael's Cafe

4.6
4.6
2623 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 60 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
Reinvention and attention to detail have kept us in business for 40 years. We are honored to serve our community. See what our team, led by Chef Santos and our General Manager Raquel, has to offer you. This restaurant is our home and we treat our guests with this philosophy in mind. Thank you!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (410) 252-2022
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Santos Zelaya
  • Catering
    Give us a call or visit our website for our catering menu.
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your next private event in one of our private dining rooms. Please contact events@michaelscafe.com for more information.
  • Neighborhood
    Timonium
  • Cross street
    York Road and Timonium Road
  • Parking details
    PLEASE USE OUR VACANT LOT SOUTH SIDE OF RESTAURANT FOR ADDITIONAL PARKING
  • Entertainment
    EVERY WEDNESDAY 7PM AND EVERY FRIDAY 9PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,623 people are saying

Michael's Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Baltimore Suburbs

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Michael's Cafe offers "great food and service," highlighted by delicious crab cakes and prompt, friendly staff. While some visitors note noise levels and occasional service missteps, the "amazing food" and "excellent" culinary experiences keep patrons returning. Ideal for those seeking a lively atmosphere and quality dining in Towson.

2,623 Reviews
  1. Angela

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice restaurant. Food and service was excellent.

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  2. Lisa

    Baltimore5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was outstanding. A little noisy but everything else was perfect. I will revisit Michaels in the near future.

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  3. Patrick

    Baltimore25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great server & good food voices for our lunch. We sat in the old bar area .. just a bit noisy during a crowded Thursday Lunch.
    Michael's CafeResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks a lot! We're lucky to have a busy lunch crowd. Thank you for tolerating the noise.

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  4. Diana VIP

    Baltimore36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was excellent. She allowed us to have a great lunch with old friends.
    Michael's CafeResponded on March 5, 2025
    Thanks for choosing us as a place to meet up with old friends! It's nice when your server allows you to go at your own pace.

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  5. Labanuel

    Baltimore10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very diverse and lively crowd. The space was a bit of a surprise. The architecture and decor was unexpected given the outside of the restaurant. Very busy Saturday so our waitress was a little overwhelmed but her effort and personality were on point! I will definitely be back!
    Michael's CafeResponded on March 3, 2025
    We're so glad that you had such a nice time when you came to dine with us. Sometimes, having a satisfying meal in a bustling environment offers a unique experience. Thanks for leaving us a review!

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  6. Pandora VIP

    Baltimore10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and good service. It was my husband birthday after the meal the waiter enlightened us with a a slice of cheese cake with a candle on top of it my husband was surprised and we enjoyed the experience everything was great.
    Michael's CafeResponded on March 3, 2025
    Happy Birthday to your husband. We are so glad that last little moment brought the whole experience together. Thanks a lot for choosing us for a special occasion and leaving us this kind review.

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  7. JanelJ

    Baltimore15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food. Booth for 6 was a tad cramped. Speed of food was OUTSTANDING. Server was good, but seemed slightly impatient. Ambience was a bit confusing with what seemed to be two different restaurants stuck together. Overall it was excellent. It was my first and I’d return for the wings & crème brûlée.
    Michael's CafeResponded on March 3, 2025
    Wings followed by crème brûlée sounds like a pro move. Thank you for leaving us a review. Sorry that the booth was a little tight. Please come back and see us again sometime!

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  8. TiffanyJ VIP

    Baltimore10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    As we were there to celebrate my stepdads 80th birthday, accommodation did change and I was thankful the team was able to make the adjustment. However our waitress was polite but extremely overwhelmed and the lack of attention/presence was not there at all. At one point my stepfather decided to go to the inside bar to get his own drink. We waited over 30mins for water. The young lady took some food/drink orders but not all parties were able to place their orders. Again I do believe she was just very overwhelmed. This was the second time sitting in the outside area and it seemed very understaffed. Not the best experience specifically for his birthday celebration.
    Michael's CafeResponded 2 days ago
    Glad to know that our team was able to accommodate your change in plans, but we deeply regret the issues you encountered with our service. Clearly, your server was overwhelmed, and we apologize for the lack of attention and presence you experienced. We understand how frustrating it must have been to wait for water and for some of your party to be unable to place their orders. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we are taking immediate steps to address the staffing issues in our outdoor area to ensure that such situations do not occur in the future. We hope you will give us another opportunity to serve you and provide the exceptional experience you deserve. Please feel free to contact us directly via email at timonium@michaelscafe.

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  9. Herb

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quality food and service. Quickly resolved a food prep issue and made us feel appreciated.
    Michael's CafeResponded on March 3, 2025
    Herb, it's always nice when a prep issue is handled properly and efficiently. Thank you for giving us a little recognition here with your review. It is much appreciated!

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  10. adam VIP

    Baltimore23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal and service. Love this place !
    Michael's CafeResponded on February 28, 2025
    Thank you so much!

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FAQs

Michael's Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 252-2022.

Michael's Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 2623 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 60 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Michael's Cafe

2119 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093

Additional information

  • Cross street
    York Road and Timonium Road
  • Neighborhood
    Timonium
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    PLEASE USE OUR VACANT LOT SOUTH SIDE OF RESTAURANT FOR ADDITIONAL PARKING
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Santos Zelaya
  • Entertainment
    EVERY WEDNESDAY 7PM AND EVERY FRIDAY 9PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (410) 252-2022
  • Catering
    Give us a call or visit our website for our catering menu.
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your next private event in one of our private dining rooms. Please contact events@michaelscafe.com for more information.
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