The Top Restaurants in Little Italy, Baltimore

Little Italy in Baltimore, Maryland, is an excellent place to explore. Little Italy is a throwback area that offers a great deal of history and activities that bring the heritage of this historic ethnic enclave to life. The area is home to a variety of must-see landmarks, parks and a beautiful view of Baltimore Harbor. After exploring all of the sights that Little Italy has to offer, head over to one of the areas numerous Italian restaurants to sample some of the best Italian food in the U.S.

Isabella's Brick Oven Pizza and Panini

Isabella's is a great place for pizza and sandwiches. The restaurant is usually bustling with loyal foodies that congregate daily for the famous pizzas. Hand-made dough is used to make the delicious brick oven pizzas. Isabella's serves excellent garden pizzas that are a hit with vegetarians, and it also offers a King Richard Pizza that has everything a meat lover could want. Isabella's also offers a variety of sandwiches, the most notable of which are meatball subs and porchetta. The dessert case is stacked with a variety of treats. Try one of the city-famous cannolis to round out your meal.

221 S. High St.
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
(410) 962-8888

Cinghiale

Cinghiale is bistro type restaurant with atmosphere. Cinghiale serves pricier Italian dishes, and it offers indoor and outdoor patio dining. Cinghiale offers a beautiful view of the harbor. However, atmosphere and locale are not the only thing this establishment has going. The restaurant offers three-course prefix meals that give diners a chance to enjoy everything the restaurant is known for. The three-course prefix meal includes antipasti, pasta and a choice of dessert. Reservations are required and dressier attire is recommended as well.

822 Lancaster St.
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
(410) 547-8282

Aldo's Ristorante Italiano

Aldo's Ristorante Italiano is a quaint Little Italy establishment is known for its outstanding South Italian cuisine. The restaurant has an elegant atmosphere that provides a perfect setting for an outstanding dinner. Aldo's serves seafood dishes and offers an extensive wine list. It also has a variety of pasto and risotta dishes. Aldo's recommends dressier dinner attire.

306 S. High St.
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
(410) 727-0700

Article Written By Baldwin Ellis

Based in Atlanta, Baldwin Ellis has been a writer since 2007. He covers fitness, mental health and travel, with work appearing in print and online publications such as Scazu Fitness and USA Today Travel Tips. Ellis holds a Master of Arts in community psychology.

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