Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Greater Annapolis

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Greater Annapolis? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Luna Blu - Annapolis

4.8

4.8 (2429)

$30 and under

Italian

Annapolis

About the restaurant

We opened in 2001 on the new up & coming hot spot of Inner West Street. We have grown into a neighborhood favorite among locals & tourists. Our cozy dining room with murals of the Amafi Coast is the perfect place for a date night or for making memories with friends & family. Offering innovative Italian fare prepared with a personal touch & the freshest local ingredients. All menu items are prepared fresh to order, this allows us to be very accommodating to food allergies. We have many options for vegans, pescatarians and gluten free diners.

Wednesday & Saturday from May - Sept on West Street's 1st block we hold Dinner Under the Stars. All of the restaurants put tables & chairs under a light canopy, there is live music and dancing.

We offer a 4 course special nightly, 1/2 priced bottle of we every Wednesday, Pizza & Wine pairing Tuesday & Thursday nights & bi weelky wine dinners.

View our events & specials www.lunabluofannapolis.com

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Top review

markVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Loved it! Delightful! Like a trattoria in Italy. We were there for lunch and the menu is a terrific mix of pasta, pizza, salads and more. I had the fish stew and it was perfect. Our server, tol, was excellent. I'm looking forward to dinner there soon.

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Popular dish

Tiramisu

Experience

Pizza & Wine Pairing Menu

Experience

Copy of Prix Fixe Lunch for 2 with wine!

Fox's Den

4.7

4.7 (307)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Annapolis

About the restaurant

An american craft Gastropub concentrating on local and small batch beers, whiskey, spirits and hand crafted cocktails along with a brick oven menu with Wood Fired Pizza, shareable items, and small plates.

*Please note for online wait listed reservations do have a 5-10 min time frame to arrive for your reservation to be sat*

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jeanne

Dined 7 days ago

Alex was amazing! We got to briefly chat with Sam too. The communal feel from the servers always makes the experience so much better. We had the Marissa, Vincent, and Mediterranean salad. I’d repeat that exact order

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Popular dish

Duck Fat Fries

Donnelly’s Dockside

4.7

4.7 (374)

$30 and under

American

Arnold

About the restaurant

A neighborhood, family owned and operated restaurant and lounge located just off the Chesapeake Bay. Specializing in regional dishes and creative cuisine using only the freshest ingredients available. Serving Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch Buffet.

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Carey

Dined 5 days ago

Have been to Donnelly’s several times, but always in warm weather. Decided to go with a couple of friends. The winter view was just as beautiful! Staff couldn’t have been nicer and it wasn’t as crowded as it can get in summer, for sure. Highly recommend for a casual, but very nice, dinner, in a lovely waterside setting.

Ashling Kitchen & Bar

4.6

4.6 (1099)

$30 and under

American

Crofton

About the restaurant

What does Bruno Mars, John Legend, WWE / Vince McMahon, and Sebastian Maniscalco have in common? They’ve all eaten from Ashling's culinary team in the last couple months! We started out catering to the world's favorite celebrities, and now we cater to you every time you step into our restaurant, order a to-go meal, or have us cater your event or wedding. Ashling has you covered!

Come visit our needle in a haystack restaurant with some of the best ambiance in Anne Arundel County. We provide amazing food, generous portions, and quality service, while trying to showcase the magic happening behind the kitchen doors and cooking up all the food for backstage performances in the entertainment industry. Let’s not forget, we also have the “Star Room” that is great for your intimate gatherings!

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Robert

Dined 5 days ago

Lovely holiday set up, great service and food! Just a great atmosphere! Highly recommended!

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4.6

4.6 (37)

$30 and under

Mexican

Annapolis

About the restaurant

Latin inspired Tavern with daily specials and creative cocktail menu.

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Dorothea

Dined on Oct 27, 2024

Amazing Cocktails! Lovely ambience, the service is fantastic. Food is subpar.

Blackwall Hitch - Annapolis

4.5

4.5 (2481)

$30 and under

American

Annapolis

About the restaurant

We can't wait for you to dine with us at Blackwall Hitch Annapolis!

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.

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Tara

Dined 2 days ago

Food was EXCELLENT and Service was great! We will definitely be returning to Blackwall Hitch!

Amore Robiolina

4.5

4.5 (101)

$31 to $50

Italian

Edgewater

About the restaurant

Welcome to Robiolina Amore, a culinary gem nestled in the heart of Edgewater, Maryland. Founded by the visionary Chef Canales, our restaurant is a testament to the passion and dedication of one man's love for authentic Italian cuisine. Here at Robiolina Amore, we take immense pride in our commitment to crafting homemade Italian dishes, ensuring that each bite is a delectable reflection of Italy's rich culinary heritage. Our pasta is lovingly handcrafted in-house, and our menu boasts extravagant Italian creations that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Italy. We offer not just a meal but an experience, with every dish served in a warm and welcoming atmosphere by a team that genuinely cares about your dining pleasure. Join us at Robiolina Amore, where Chef Canales' culinary artistry comes alive with every exquisite bite. Buon appetito!

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GwenVIP

Dined 1 day ago

First time, there were six of us. We were absolutely delighted to have tried it. From appetizers to dessert, and the main courses in between, everything was delicious. The fettuccine bolognese was excellent. The gnocchi pasta with cream sauce was good. The ravioli dishes and their ribeye dish was excellent. Thank you. We are fortunate to have an establishment like this close to home. We’ll be back to try other dishes. 😋

True Food Kitchen - Annapolis

4.4

4.4 (739)

$30 and under

American

Annapolis

About the restaurant

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. Our menu features food and drinks crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients and carefully sourced proteins from the world’s most responsible and sustainable growers, farmers and producers. Expand your palate with our Edamame Dumplings, grab a bite of comfort food with our Grass-fed Burger or Lasagna Bolognese, or enjoy lighter fare with our O.G. Tuscan Kale Salad with Grilled Sustainable Salmon. Regardless of the occasion, we know our Annapolis guests leave feeling energized, satisfied and most importantly, feeling great. Located in Annapolis at Annapolis Town Center, at the corner of Harker Place and Town Centre Boulevard, across the street from Target. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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Suzanne

Dined 7 days ago

We always have a great meal and excellent service at this location. This time was no different. There was a super minor “issue” with one of the meals that was quickly rectified by the kitchen.

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4.3

4.3 (1013)

$30 and under

Breakfast

Annapolis

About the restaurant

Whether you're looking for breakfast all day, lunch, supper or drinks, at Iron Rooster you'll find a new twist on traditional comfort food, legendary hospitality, and a real sense of community. Join us every day for breakfast, lunch, supper and late-night drinks. Whenever you're here, you'll enjoy delicious food, a cold drink, and an extra helping of hospitality.

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Gabriel

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

Excellent food and service as always! Couldn’t recommend more!

Red Red Wine Bar

4.3

4.3 (82)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Annapolis

About the restaurant

Casual contemporary American made-from-scratch cuisine focused on seasonal entrées, house-made pizzas, cheese and charcuterie boards. Extensive wines by the glass program with something for everyone including local, craft beer and seasonal craft cocktails. A cozy, Bohemian haunt where you and your crew can get away from it all or enjoy one of the biggest outdoor dining patios in downtown Annapolis.

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Alicia

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

One of our favorite places to visit and now even more so in holiday season! It’s decorated sooo cute and festive throughout!

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