Magdalena

4.8

1208 Reviews

$31 to $50

Bistro

Magdalena

4.8

$31 to $50

Bistro

Mt. Vernon

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2 people

Dec 4, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Charming

Magdalena is the celebrated restaurant of The Ivy Hotel, a Relais & Châteaux property in Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood.

Magdalena, a Maryland Bistro, features refined, “from-scratch” bistro fare driven by the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay region. The seasonally evolving menu celebrates the finest local ingredients, sustainable values, and culinary craftsmanship, resulting in dishes brimming with character.

Executive Chef Ülfet Ralph has over a decade of experience in Relais & Châteaux properties. With this expertise, Chef Ralph will continue Magdalena’s mission of exploring innovative and artful interpretations of Maryland cuisine with a purposeful balance of bistro meets elegance. Ingredients are sourced close to home, and relationships with local farmers and purveyors are at the heart of the culinary philosophy. A cheeky cocktail program, Wine Spectator-awarded wine list, and revered whiskey collection complete a delightfully unmatched dining experience.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 514-0303
Website
https://www.theivybaltimore.com/dine/restaurant/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ülfet Ralph
Catering
Magdalena and The Ivy Hotel are both available for buy-outs as well as private dining. If you are interested or curious about scheduling an event, please contact our Sales Department at (410) 528-8090 or sales@theivybaltimore.com.
Private party facilities
If you are interested in scheduling a private event, please contact our Sales Department at (410) 528-8090 or sales@theivybaltimore.com.
Private party contact
Sales Department: (410) 528-8092

Location
205 E. Biddle st., Baltimore, MD 21202
Neighborhood
Mt. Vernon
Cross street
North Calvert
Parking details
Magdalena offers complimentary valet parking for its dinner guests during regular hours of operation. Valet parking can be found at the Biddle Street pull-off at the front entrance of the building located at 205 E. Biddle St.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Holiday Tea Service
$75.00 per person
Prepaid
Nov 9, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
Experience the delightful Holiday Tea Service at Magdalena, now offered on select Saturdays and Sundays. This enchanting culinary experience welcomes parties of six or fewer, allowing guests to indulge in an afternoon tea service that features a selection of premium teas alongside one pass of our elevated tea accompaniments. Guests have the opportunity to enhance their experience by purchasing additional passes of food or sparkling beverages, available at an extra cost. Tea service is priced at $75 per person, which includes complimentary valet parking. Join us for a memorable afternoon filled with warmth, flavor, and the festive spirit of the holiday season. Make your reservation soon, as availability is limited!
Regional Wine Wednesday with The Wine Guy
Dec 4, 2024 only
Join us on the first Wednesday of every month at Magdalena restaurant for Wine Wednesdays with The Wine Guy! Indulge in a delightful evening of fine wine and exquisite cuisine in a cozy and elegant atmosphere. Savor a curated selection of wines paired and unwind with friends and fellow wine enthusiasts.
Champagne Collet Happy Hour
Dec 5, 2024 only
Join us for an unforgettable Champagne Collet Happy Hour at Magdalena! We're excited to bring you an extraordinary evening that showcases the finest in champagne craftsmanship, featuring an impressive selection from Champagne Collet on Thursday, December 5, from 5-7 PM featuring discounted pours and flights of Champagne Collet's expressions. Savor the refreshing, effervescent bubbles as you explore a carefully curated selection of their finest champagnes. Each sip is the perfect companion to an array of gourmet small plates, thoughtfully crafted to highlight seasonal ingredients and elevate your tasting experience. Prepare to indulge your senses as you savor the crisp, bubbly delights crafted with remarkable precision and tradition.

Oysters On The Half Shell $ MP
House-Made Cocktail Sauce, Mignonette, Habanero-Mango Hot Sauce
Tuna Tartare$21.00
Preserved Lemon, Crème Fraiche, House-Made Chips
Karma Farm Kale Caesar$18.00
Creamy Caesar Dressing, Pickled Red Onion, Focaccia Croutons
Beet & Honey Crisp Salad$18.00
Shaved Fennel, Goat Cheese, Citrus Vinaigrette
Foie Gras$28.00
Poached Spiced Pears, Brioche, Frisée Salad, Candied Pecans
Local Tempura Fried Catfish$22.00
Served With House-Made Mumbo Sauce
Crispy Moon Valley Farm Cauliflower$19.00
Brown Butter Emulsion, Capers, Chervil
Roasted Oysters $26.00
Chesapeake Oysters, Maryland Style Sofrito, Sherry Aioli

Entrees

King Salmon$34.00
Braised Greens, Beurre Monté, Charred Lemon
JW Trueth Short Ribs$38.00
Fondant Sweet Potatoes, Kale, Pan Ju
Scallops$42.00
Creamy Grits, Maryland Sofrito, Parmesan, Chives
Roseda Filet Mignon$56.00
Charred Broccolini, Citrus, Au Poivre Sauce
Rack of Lamb$64.00
Sumac, Baby Carrots, Port Wine Reduction
Fall Risotto $29.00
Smoked Autumn Squash, Coconut Milk, Pepita Gremolata
Half Chicken$36.00
Roasted Breast & Leg, Mac & Cheese Hash Brown, Saffron Aioli
Pappardelle$28.00
House-Made Pasta, Sauce Pomodoro, Mascarpone
Swordfish$32.00
Chimichurri, Confit Sunchokes, Fennel-Apple Purée

Accompaniments

Truffle & Parmesan Fries $9.00
House-Made Fries Tossed In White Truffle Oil & Topped With Fresh Shaved Parmesan
House Cut Sea Salt Fries$9.00
House-Made Fries Seasoned With Flake Sea Salt
Mac & Cheese Hash Brown$12.00
Spiced Carrots$12.00
Roasted Broccolini$12.00

Desserts

Apple Cider Doughnuts $18.00
Served With Maple Butterscotch Sauce
Selection of Ice Creams & Sorbets$14.00
Selection Of Seasonal Ice Cream & Sorbets Made In House
Flourless Chocolate Torte $18.00
Milk Chocolate Ganache, Seasonal Sorbet, Cacao Nib Crumble
Apple Pie$18.00
Served A La Mode
Bourbon-Pecan Mousse$18.00
Pecan Financier, Caramel Mousse, Brown Butter Crumble, Candied Pecans, Chantilly
Artisanal Cheese Board$26.00
Served With Seasonal Accompaniments
Affogato$9.00
Choice of Ice Cream, Served with Espresso & Cocoa Nib Crisp

What 1,208 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

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Baltimore / Maryland
Best Ambiance
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Romantic
Baltimore
Best Overall
Baltimore
Best Food
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Best Service
Baltimore
Best Ambiance
Baltimore
Great for fine wines
Baltimore
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Magdalena offers a sophisticated dining experience in Baltimore, perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about its "exceptional food" and "impeccable service." The ambiance blends modern sophistication with classic charm, creating a "romantic and elegant" setting. While some dishes received mixed reviews, overall, it remains a "hidden gem" with an outstanding wine list and delightful outdoor seating options.

1,208 Reviews

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Mary
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We dined here for the first time in honor of my husband’s retirement, and it was a wonderful experience. Randall was our waiter and he was extremely personable and knowledgeable about the wines and the menu. We had a lot of questions about the history of the hotel/restaurant and Randall answered our questions patiently and offered to have the manager of the hotel stop by our table. He did stop by and gave us more details about the history and offered to give us a tour when we finished our dinner. Certainly it is a very special place; we would go here again.
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Faith
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I visited Magdalena at The Ivy Hotel with my sister for their Tea Service. We arrived a little early and were given a tour of the lovely hotel from a gentleman at the valet station whose name I unfortunately can’t recall. We were allowed to see Room 2 also known as the Watermelon Room. It was a well appointed space that I would love to return and stay in. We were moved to music/billiard room as we were the only guests. Emma, our server, had an amazing knowledge of teas. We were provided a sniffing board that we could use to smell each tea while she explained each tea. We learned everything from how they were made and how they are best served. We both selected Equitea ( a local company)Teas. The tea was delicious and the pastries were some of the best I’ve had. Emma was also very knowledgeable of the area and explained the neighborhood’s history with musical anecdotes. Magdalena has drinks that celebrate many local musicians. I really enjoyed myself and look forward to returning.
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Cinema
Washington DC
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
To be fair it was Thanksgiving day, so maybe they didn’t bring their “A Game”. The cocktail was awesome and the curry Autumn soup were our highlights
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Kira
Baltimore
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was more than just a meal for sure, it was an experience! I can’t wait to go back and share it again with more friends and family.
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RoadRunner
Baltimore
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dinner- the food was excellent and the wine that the Sommelier picked paired very well
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Avery
Baltimore
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience. The best food and service we have had in a while! Always worth going.
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Audrey
Baltimore
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite restaurant in Baltimore. Excellent food. Wonderful ambiance. Just a delight.
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Honore
Washington DC
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. Attentive service. Menu changes regularly so every experience is something different which we love.
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CathyM
New York City
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful dinner! Beautiful ambience. Delicious food. Great service by Max. Overall 5✨✨✨✨✨. And, the Ivy Hotel….chef’s kiss. Amazing!!!
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Aaron
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a treat! Everything was absolutely fabulous. From the warm welcome, the vintage 1950s cool jazz, the genuinely intimate conversations with the sommelier and waitstaff, and, of course, the marvelous food and drink. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience there and will be sure to return sooner than our last interlude. I highly recommend Magdalena for special occasions; it was truly memorable!
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Magdalena is rated 4.8 stars by 1208 OpenTable diners.

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Magdalena

4.8

$31 to $50

Bistro

Mt. Vernon

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Experiences are available.

205 E. Biddle st., Baltimore, MD 21202

Additional information

Cross street
North Calvert
Neighborhood
Mt. Vernon
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Magdalena offers complimentary valet parking for its dinner guests during regular hours of operation. Valet parking can be found at the Biddle Street pull-off at the front entrance of the building located at 205 E. Biddle St.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ülfet Ralph
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.theivybaltimore.com/dine/restaurant/
Phone number
(410) 514-0303
Catering
Magdalena and The Ivy Hotel are both available for buy-outs as well as private dining. If you are interested or curious about scheduling an event, please contact our Sales Department at (410) 528-8090 or sales@theivybaltimore.com.
Private party facilities
If you are interested in scheduling a private event, please contact our Sales Department at (410) 528-8090 or sales@theivybaltimore.com.
Private party contact
Sales Department: (410) 528-8092

Magdalena

Magdalena

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

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Holiday Tea Service

Regional Wine Wednesday with The Wine Guy

Champagne Collet Happy Hour

Appetizers For The Table

House Made Bread & Seasonal Butter for Two$8.00

Artisanal Cheese Board$26.00

Oysters On The Half Shell $MP

Appetizers

Oysters On The Half Shell $ MP

Tuna Tartare$21.00

Karma Farm Kale Caesar$18.00

Beet & Honey Crisp Salad$18.00

Foie Gras$28.00

Local Tempura Fried Catfish$22.00

Crispy Moon Valley Farm Cauliflower$19.00

Roasted Oysters $26.00

Entrees

King Salmon$34.00

JW Trueth Short Ribs$38.00

Scallops$42.00

Roseda Filet Mignon$56.00

Rack of Lamb$64.00

Fall Risotto $29.00

Half Chicken$36.00

Pappardelle$28.00

Swordfish$32.00

Accompaniments

Truffle & Parmesan Fries $9.00

House Cut Sea Salt Fries$9.00

Mac & Cheese Hash Brown$12.00

Spiced Carrots$12.00

Roasted Broccolini$12.00

Desserts

Apple Cider Doughnuts $18.00

Selection of Ice Creams & Sorbets$14.00

Flourless Chocolate Torte $18.00

Apple Pie$18.00

Bourbon-Pecan Mousse$18.00

Artisanal Cheese Board$26.00

Affogato$9.00

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