In the Neighborhood

In the Neighborhood
  1. 159.) 
    Tapas Teatro

    Directly next to The Charles Theater. Grab some delicious tapas before or after a film.
    1711 N. Charles Street
    410 / 332-0110
  2. 160.) 
    Taharka Bros Ice Cream

    Rich, yummy ice cream very close by; also in Mt. Washington near the Whole Foods.
    1405 Forge Avenue
    410 / 685-5752
  3. 161.) 
    Sutton Place Sandwich Shop

    Cheap and tasty sandwiches, burgers, and Philly cheese steaks downstairs at Sutton Place Apartments.
    1111 Park Avenue
    410 / 523-6200
  4. 162.) 
    Soups On

    Great vegan and vegetarian options; menu changes daily-check the website. Includes dessert soups and interesting flavors. Also has sandwiches, frittatas, and salad. Great prices.
    11 W. Preston Street
    410 / 528-1003
  5. 164.) 
    Penn Station

    Closest place to the Studio Center to grab a latte, sandwich, or “killer” cookies.
    1500 N. Charles Street
  6. 165.) 
    Quiznos

    A hot-sub chain, near the State Center.
    201 West Chase Street 10 N. Calvert Street 716 South Broadway, 1830 York Road
    410 / 637-3670
  7. 166.) 
    On the Hill Café

    A variety of sandwiches, desserts, coffees, and baked goods. Now offers a dinner menu.
    1431 John Street
    410 / 225-9667
  8. 167.) 
    Hollywood Diner

    Get a taste of Baltimore’s brushes with fame by eating at the chrome-plated greasy spoon that appeared in hometown boy Barry Levinson’s Diner, the Tom Hanks-Meg Ryan syrup-fest Sleepless in Seattle, and television’s sorely missed Homicide: Life on the Street. Cash only. Breakfast, lunch, and delivery. Tuesday-Friday, 7am-3pm.
    400 E. Saratoga Street
    410 / 962-5379
  9. 168.) 
    Joe Squared

    Excellent pizza, sandwiches, and salads right next door to Studio Center. Open daily, 4 pm–2 am; delivery 5—10 pm.
    133 W. North Avenue
    410 / 545-0444
  10. 169.) 
    Jay’s Deli, Café, and Viccino’s

    One block south of Penn Station between Preston and Mt. Royal, Jay’s Deli offers good, inexpensive sandwiches for carry-out (you can eat at their outside tables). Jay’s Café offers full table service, indoor and out; go to Viccino’s Carry Out for pizza, subs, and pasta. Allow an hour for delivery.
    1309-1317 N. Charles Street
    410 / 685-3861
  11. 170.) 
    The Helmand

    Delicious food from Afghanistan. Try the pumpkin and yogurt sauce appetizer. Good vegetarian entries.
    806 N. Charles Street
    410 / 752-0311
  12. 171.) 
    GiGi

    Salads, sandwiches, and smoothies.
    1005 N. Charles St.
    410 / 685-1554
  13. 172.) 
    Dukem

    Excellent Ethiopian within easy walking distance.
    1100 Maryland Avenue
    410 / 385-0318
  14. 173.) 
    Dougherty’s Irish Pub

    Salad, burgers, sandwiches, platters—basic bar food at basic prices. Great fries.
    223 W. Chase Street
    410 / 752-4059
  15. 174.) 
    City Café

    Just down the street from MICA, the City Café features good coffee, munchies, and a menu ranging from sandwiches and salads to surf and turf. Long hours and sidewalk service available.
    1001 Cathedral Street
    410 / 539-4252
  16. 175.) 
    Blimpie

    Sandwich and submarine chain.
    1020 Park Avenue
    410 / 244-6190
  17. 176.) 
    b.

    Neighborhood bistro with a Mediterranean influence. Nice outside tables. Dinner only. Weekdays 5—10 pm; Sunday Brunch 10 am—7 pm.
    1501 Bolton Street
  18. 177.) 
    Al Pacino Café

    Has nothing to do with the actor, but does make 30 varieties of innovative pizzas with interesting toppings. They also have a full Middle Eastern menu, reasonably priced.
    900 Cathedral Street
    410 / 652-6868
  19. 178.) 
    Akbar

    Features a serene waitstaff, not-too-spicy Indian food, a large selection of vegetarian entrées, and a daily lunch buffet. Their website gives you their menu and special offers.
    823 N. Charles Street
    410 / 539-0308
  20. 179.) 
    Abacrombie Fine Food

    Upscale fine dining with a standout seasonal menu;a special-occasion destination. (Connected to well-appointed B&B for Mom & Dad.)
    58 W. Biddle Street
    410 / 637-3630