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Water for Chocolate

4.6

214 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Water for Chocolate provides an intimate and savory experience with a nod to personal space and service.
Chef Sean Guy and his team prepares creative dishes using seasonal ingredients with the best of intentions.
The result is a fresh, eclectic take on comfort food that elevates the familiar to wow!!
Pairings with "holistic cocktails" such as the house brewed ginger beer and a selected wine portfolio allows for guests to create real dining memories.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, French, Jamaican
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 675-7778
Website
http://www.waterforchocolate.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Owned/operated by
Black/African American
Executive chef
Sean Guy
Catering
Box lunch options are available for social distance meetings.<br />At home buffet options available for pick-up to accommodate at home small family gatherings.<br />On-premises catering available see Private Events at waterforchocolate.com
Private party facilities
the ideal location for team building, company networking and intimate dinner parties creative dishes supported by holistic cocktails served in an industrial chic space a nod to a forgone service standard peppered with laughter and soft music, illuminated by candlelight.
Private party contact
Carolyn Victorian: (410) 675-7778

Location
1841 E Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21231-1815
Neighborhood
Upper Fells Point
Cross street
Lombard and Wolfe Street
Parking details
Street parking available.Paid parking lot option two blocks away on Wolfe/Fayette Streets.
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

dinner prix fixe (four course)
$59.00 per person
Multiple dates available
We are excited to share with you and yours this singular culinary experience. Join our very own Chef Sean Guy as he paints outside the lines with bold strokes and flavors. Serving his take on blue collar dishes made with fresh ingredients and presented with flair. A selected wine portfolio, local beers, holistic cocktails and food with personality, all serve to create real memories. Join us.

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What 214 people are saying

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

4.8Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Baltimore / Maryland
American
Baltimore
Best Food
Baltimore
Best Value
Baltimore
Innovative
Baltimore
Good for special occasions
Baltimore
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StephenH
Washington DC
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service3ambience4
Meals came out at different times but besides that it was a great meal and experience.
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EllePea
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
We loved our experience at Water for Chocolate! My only comment/suggestion would be to print out menus so the older, less technologically-savvy folks aren't forced to navigate a QR code and small-print PDF. I understand that this might mean printing daily menus but even having a few printed copies on hand would be better than staring at a screen. Otherwise, everything was delicious and fabulous and I'm so glad we chose Water for Chocolate for our celebration!
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Kindy
Indiana
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience4
Food was fabulous! Interesting, original menu. The best of a whole weekend of fine dining. Took 15 minutes to take our orders, however, in spite of the restaurant not being busy.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, service, and atmosphere. Host Davon made the night so enjoyable and Chef Sean made the meals unforgettable. 10/10
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LisaLovesSteak
Baltimore
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our experience at WfC was phenomenal. I love its cozy atmosphere. It was quiet enough to have a conversation. AND THE FOOD!!!!! We got the prix fixe menu with the added amuse bouch(sp?) and desert. Everything was delicious and unique. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and kids went to W4C for an early Mother’s Day brunch. We all liked the intimate setting, soulful music, and ambiance. Service was great, and the food was amazing. Even the presentation of the water was tasteful (mint and lemon). We will definitely return.
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Kaydee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food delicious. Drinks not strong enough but since they’re all champagne based it’s understandable.
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Jan22022
Baltimore
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing and the service was great. It was the perfect place to celebrate my husband's birthday.
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jani
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner here was as wonderful as it always is. We celebrated a birthday and the staff were just wonderful! The food was delicious and we left super full and extremely satisfied!
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GwenJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The ambiance was lovely! I love the decor and vibe. Really enjoyed the bbq shrimp and grits. The jerk duck was delicious.really challenged our pallet! I am a huge water drinker and the mint and lemon water was refreshing and a nice touch ! I have been raving to everyone about the ding experience at Water for Chocolate!
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TiaB
Baltimore
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love this spot! It is so quaint, the atmosphere is adorable and the food is delicious!
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MyoshiS
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
Always amazing, delicious, affordable, colorful, and perfection!!! Ugh I love this place!
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is AMAZING and be sure to get the dope juice. Chef Sean Guy creates wonderful dishes!
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
Great service and drinks. The food was underwhelming for the price
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NinaS
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my second time visiting Water For Chocolate and it was just as impressive as the first visit. I am planning to visit for their brunch when the weather breaks. Can’t wait.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food was delicious, service was a tad slow - we ordered the cocktail flight and one of them didn’t come out until our food arrived.
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OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I heard from a dear Friend that this was the place to venture to! The BEST decision thus far! Last night was my second time and they’ll definitely be more! The food is absolutely incredible, the ambience, drinks, service is outstanding! Definitely one of my favorite places to eat.
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RachelA
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had another great experience at Water For Chocolate!
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The dining experience was absolutely amazing. The service was great and the food was outstanding. My favorite dish was the Chefs Cut, which was Ribeye the night we dined. The portions were plentiful and we had a good amount of leftovers to take home. I would highly recommend for a nice date night or special occasion.
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Starr2456
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall3food5service2ambience4
I really enjoy going here for Sunday brunch. The ambience is great to kickstart my week. It can be tricky to get a reservation at times, but I’ve just started to plan for my brunch days a week in advance. While this is frustrating because I’ve been there several times and the restaurant was empty, I enjoy their dishes. Yet, the service is so hit and miss, which at times, has made me really not want to make the reservation. There are times I’ve gone into the restaurant and waited 10+ minutes just for water. Or, the servers just seem to be really upset. To be clear, the restaurant is not that large in size—which allows for a nice intimate setting. But the servers seem to consistently be overwhelmed in ways I could never truly understand. I wish to mention I’ve spent several years in the service industry as well, but I do think it’s important to extend grace. There needs to be more training on the server front. I don’t think of myself as a needy table, but it can get frustrating at times to wait for the basics. I really enjoy the food, light music, and even the overall restaurant set up. I will certainly return, but I do wish they had better service.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall4food5service2ambience4
This restaurant never disappoints.First time for brunch and the experience EXCEEDED expectations! Everything was exquisite. Flavors, presentation, quality,and portions were all spot on. By far one of the best restaurants in Baltimore.
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Hannah
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Among the best meals and dining experience we ever had.
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KevinF
Baltimore
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing experience, I highly recommend this restaurant. The food was absolutely the best, with Chef preparing as we watched. The staff was friendly and attentive. Their philosophy, "we do not sell food, we sell a dining experience". Well said, and they made good on that promise. Thank you all!
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
Got to my table quickly. Quiet ambience. Service was very slow.
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BrianF
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Food and staff were amazing. I highly recommend. We went for the Winter Prefix. This place delivers. No skimping on anything. They had to roll us out we were so full.
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JenniferG
Baltimore
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Yum So good Don’t eat all day before you go! ♥️
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EllieV
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a gem! Everything was phenomenal: the drinks, the food, the atmosphere, the service. I truly tasted love and passion in every bite. I will definitely be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
12 reviews
1.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall1food2service3ambience1
Parking for this place is a nightmare. You have to park at least 2-3blocks away. Very small inside and food is subpar. The cornbread is a choking hazard. Bone dry.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
By far, my best dining experience yet.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
THE BEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSST experience yet.
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ErinnaS
Baltimore
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So excited to finally get a reservations. The food did not disappoint. The service was great. Will definitely be going back.
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Sticky
Baltimore
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went here for the first time to celebrate the birthday of my better half, along with her daughter. From the moment we walked in the door, they welcomed us into their space and made us feel at home. The waiter was extremely attentive and friendly in everything related to our experience and more. Every course was incredible and we had enough extra to bring home to enjoy the next day as well. Every dish was made with the utmost care and the flavors were truly unique. We can't wait to go back there again and looking forward to walking there in the warmer weather.
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MaxxCee
Washington DC
33 reviews
3.0
33 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
So, the food was tasteful... The steak & brussel sprouts with bacon was delish! Some things I'd suggest to the chef would be to give customers another cheese option for eggs instead of Parmesan cheese. Add cheese inside of the spinach dip. It actually tasted like cream spinach with parmesan cheese sprinkled on top. Have other steak sauces available like A1 or Heinz 57 for customers ordering the ribeye outside of the chimichurri sauce.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love this place very quaint and special !
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great from start to finish.
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NinaS
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My first time dining at WFC and it was a 5 star experience. From the host, decor and the food. The Chef is humble and gracious. I was not a fan of duck until now!
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RHXD
Baltimore
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Water for Chocolate continues to impress! New expanded space is still cozy and has great ambiance, and the food was creative and delicious. Lovely experience.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
The place is small one server one chef. So plan to wait. We had to sit in the corner bench while waiting for our other guests. We already had a credit card on file so it was off putting. The brunch menu was limited but decent. Appetizers came after entree drink after food. Not bad not amazing
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ArtkinaC
Baltimore
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Loved the very intimate setting. Almost feels like you have a personal chef cooking for you!
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FoodIsFun
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Water for Chocolate is a unique experience-- a chill atmosphere with stellar artwork and great music adds flair to dishes so skillfully crafted by Chef Sean -- a fusion of southern comfort, sexy vegetables, surprise flavors and unique touches creates that "O. (pause) M. (pause) G. (scream!) moment. The vibe, the portions, the flavors -- all are generous and joyful.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Water for Chocolate using the Order Online button. Water for Chocolate also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 675-7778.

Water for Chocolate is rated 4.6 stars by 214 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1841 E Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21231-1815

Additional information

Cross street
Lombard and Wolfe Street
Neighborhood
Upper Fells Point
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
American, French, Jamaican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking available.Paid parking lot option two blocks away on Wolfe/Fayette Streets.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Black/African American
Executive chef
Sean Guy
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.waterforchocolate.com/
Phone number
(410) 675-7778
Catering
Box lunch options are available for social distance meetings.<br />At home buffet options available for pick-up to accommodate at home small family gatherings.<br />On-premises catering available see Private Events at waterforchocolate.com
Private party facilities
the ideal location for team building, company networking and intimate dinner parties creative dishes supported by holistic cocktails served in an industrial chic space a nod to a forgone service standard peppered with laughter and soft music, illuminated by candlelight.
Private party contact
Carolyn Victorian: (410) 675-7778

This restaurant now offers Takeout

Water for Chocolate

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

dinner prix fixe (four course)

Popular dishes

BBQ Shrimp and Grits

Raisin Bread French Toast

Crab Quesadilla

Menu

What 214 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

FAQs

Does Water for Chocolate offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Water for Chocolate restaurant rated?

Is Water for Chocolate currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information