Best Lunch Restaurants in Mt. Vernon

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CantonCatonsvilleCharles VillageDowntownEast BaltimoreElkridge

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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75 restaurants available nearby

1. Cazbar

4.8

Exceptional(1151)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Turkish • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

The Cazbar, established in 2006, is Baltimore’s first & only Turkish Restaurant. With food, atmosphere, & entertainment served in an authentic Turkish style, Cazbar is sure to provide a thoroughly exotic & enchanting dining experience. Cazbar serves lunch & dinner daily and Brunch on Saturday and Sunday.Join us every Friday at pm & Saturday at 9:30 pm, for the most captivating Belly Dancing shows outside of Turkey!In addition, we offer vegan substitutions for many of our dishes upon request. Our Kebaps cannot be made with vegan substitutions & your server can assist with items that are available with vegan options.

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2. Marie Louise Bistro

4.2

Awesome(887)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Pikesville

Booked 4 times today

Marie Louise Bistro is located in the heart of Mount Vernon and specializes in a blend of French, Italian, and Mediterranean cuisine at reasonable prices. The Bistro atmosphere is casual yet upscale, and offers an expansive wine selection to guarantee an affordable and enjoyable meal. We offer delicious quality fare using only the finest and freshest ingredients available.We are 7 days a week for lunch & dinner. We also serve brunch every Saturday & Sunday.Stop in for a meal or even just a cup of coffee!

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3. Poets Modern Cocktails & Eats @ Hotel Indigo Baltimore

4.3

Awesome(124)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Mt. Vernon

Poets Modern Cocktails and Eats offers a creative food and drink scene that reflects the vibrant aesthetic of Hotel Indigo. Enjoy eclectic regional cuisine and share fare, including sandwiches, salads, burgers sourced from local farms when possible. Savor delicious entrees including the Maryland Crab Cakes or Lexington Market Salad. Enjoy classic and artisan cocktails, local brews, and wines.

4. Akbar - Baltimore

4.9

Exceptional(101)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Pikesville

Booked 2 times today

For over 40 years, Akbar Restaurant has been serving Maryland with the finest array of dishes and gourmet masterpieces, coupled with renowned service. Now, as we enter our 41st year as Baltimore's premier Indian restaurant, we'd like to thank all our customers for truly making Akbar, Baltimore's Finest Indian Cuisine.

5. The Ruxton

4.8

Exceptional(600)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Harbor East

Booked 60 times today

Curated by Aaron Taylor, Atlas Restaurant Group’s Corporate Chef & Chef Partner in this concept, the menu puts steak in the spotlight with over 11 cuts from Chicago-based meat purveyor Meats by Linz. The Ruxton will serve a mix of wet and dry aged prime cuts of Black Angus Beef, as well as dry aging Long Island Duck and Bison from Virginia’s New Frontier Farm in-house. To complement the steak options, seasonal shellfish and seafood entrees will be available including dover sole, Maryland rockfish, whole live lobster, king salmon, Chilean sea bass and more.Looking to elevate your dining experience, book your reservation in our beautiful wine cellar here: https://theruxtonsteakhouse.com/the-wine-cellar-experience/The Ruxton will serve lunch every weekday and dinner 7 days a week. Be sure to visit Atlas’ new world-class cocktail bar and lounge next door to The Ruxton called Order of the Ace.

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6. Kona Grill - Baltimore

3.5

Very Good(2526)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Inner Harbor

Booked 23 times today

Welcome to Kona Grill Baltimore, at the Inner Harbor downtown, next door to the Baltimore Convention Center. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

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7. Tagliata Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2851)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Harbor East

Booked 85 times today

Tagliata, an Italian chophouse, boasts an impressive menu featuring hand cut steaks, fresh rolled pastas, house made charcuterie & bounty of fresh seafood. Tagliata offers the largest wine list in Baltimore with bottles from around the world & a focus on Italian wines. We host live music in the piano lounge. Open windows overlook our majestic courtyard, which is illuminated with strung lights & features an seasonal outdoor bar.The suggested dress is business casual. We kindly ask our guests to abide by these suggestions to create an enjoyable environment for all guests.The following items are prohibited however:• Gentlemen’s tank tops or sleeveless shirts• Hats are not permitted indoors for gentlemen• No exposed undergarments• Clothing with language or graphics that are vulgar or sexually explicit• Footwear is required, however there is no restriction on the style*Children accompanied by an adult are not subject to the Dress Policy*

8. Sabatino's

4.4

Awesome(2486)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 10 times today

Located in the heart of Baltimore"s famous Little Italy, Sabatino's has been serving Baltimore locals and tourists delicious Central and Southern Italian fare for over 50 years! Whether you're out for an intimate dinner for two, a family gathering, or hosting a larger group in a Private Dining Room, Sabatino's gives you the ambiance you're after. Sabatino's has been consistently voted the People's Choice for Best Italian Restaurant and recently received the Editor's Choice for Best Italian Restaurant by the Baltimore City Paper. "Consistency and integrity are what drove us to give Sabatino's the Best Italian nod... This is Italian without apology: Tongue-tingling Penne and Vodka Sauce; Veal Florentino avalanched in dreamy cheeses; piquant scalloppines, and crisp-baked parmigianas - This is the real deal, served in an environment (a row house int he heart of Little Italy) that's as honest as the food. Join us for lunch, dinner, or late-night dining! Buon Appetito!!!

9. Rye Street Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(422)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Port Covington

Booked 44 times today

Rye Street Tavern's menu is thoughtfully created featuring seasonal changes, locally sourced ingredients, & a diverse selection that caters to every palate, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. From fresh seafood & house-made pastas to southern-inspired dishes, each meal is crafted to perfection. Rye Street Tavern promises an exceptional lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch dining experience for locals & visitors alike. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining environments, including an open kitchen with U-shaped leather booths, a stylish bar and oyster bar with panoramic Patapsco River waterfront views, & a spectacular outdoor dining area with a 75-seat island bar. Happy Hour offered Monday through Friday with half off of oysters on the half shell plus discounted beers, wines, & select cocktails.

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10. Blackwall Hitch Baltimore

4.3

Awesome(1585)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Inner Harbor

Booked 24 times today

A dining experience blending the area’s finest in tastes & talents, Blackwall Hitch is a coastally inspired concept that creates a local connection. Here you’ll find seasonally driven and locally sourced food and spirits, great local music and the area’s friendliest staff and patrons. With each visit as you take in the local flavor, we guarantee you’ll be hooked in no time. Get hooked on the flavor.Located in Baltimore’s famous Inner Harbor, Blackwall Hitch Baltimore sits in the historic sightseeing hub of downtown Baltimore. Home to the Maryland Science Center and the National Aquarium as well as Top of the World Observation Level, the Inner Harbor of Baltimore not only hosts a collection of historic warships but amazing attractions for the whole family. Blackwall Hitch joins one of the area’s greatest nightlife attractions, Power Plant Live!, heading up a street filled with late-night bars and concert venues perfect for touring through after enjoying a private dinner.

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tracy
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had an absolute wonderful dinning experience at Ruxton. The combination of phenomenal food, the chance to meet Chef Austin, and the attentive service from GM Jerome and server Karla made the experience memorable. Ruxton is a must for fine dinning. We consider Ruxton one of the best restaurants for fine dinning during our travels.
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The RuxtonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Harbor East
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
We had a wonderful night here for my husband’s birthday. The Turkish tea and desserts especially are in a class of their own.
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CazbarPrice: Moderate• Turkish• Downtown
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4.8
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Heather
Baltimore / Maryland •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
This was a great experience.. good and drinks were the BEST!
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Poets Modern Cocktails & Eats @ Hotel Indigo BaltimorePrice: Moderate• American• Mt. Vernon
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4.3
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Robin
Virginia •25 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
We've eaten here a few times because the place is charming and the menu food and prices are great. However , This seemed to be a off night. The crab soup was promised to have chunks of lump crab in it. There were only shreds. The trout almondine was very dry. However, the shrimp provencal was excellent. The service was excellent as well. We will go back.
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Marie Louise BistroPrice: Expensive• French• Pikesville
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4.2
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Mike
Washington, D.C. Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Feb 2025
Had a wonderful date night dinner at Akbar. Chicken Vindallo and Chicken Tiki Masala. Both were well prepared and delicious.
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Akbar - BaltimorePrice: Moderate• Indian• Pikesville
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4.9

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