Ethel's Creole Kitchen

4.8

52 Reviews

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

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2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Ethel's Creole Kitchen is a locally owned and operated restaurant specializing in upscale casual dining, fine cocktails, and good times! Our award winning Gumbo and Jambalaya are not to be missed, but the depth of our cuisine doesn't stop there. Chef Ed and Chef Nick are always cooking up seasonal specials and new flavors utilizing fresh seafood, cajun creole staples, smoked / grilled meats, and local products. We also offer a full bar with plenty of signature cocktails, fine wines, and great beers. In the spring, summer, and fall join us for candle lit open patio and outdoor dinning in addition to our regular cozy indoor seating. Great for date nights and family dinners!

A Few Signature Dishes and Drinks: Maryland Crabcakes, Pan Bronzed Rockfish, Crab Dip, Gumbo, Jambalaya, Sazerac, Vieux Carre, Shimp and Smoked Brisket Mac and Cheese, Fried Crawfish Grits, Baby Back Ribs

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 664-2971
Website
https://www.ethelscreolekitchen.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chef Ed Bloom & Chef Nick Creamer
Catering
Our catering options range from as simple as carry out party trays to fully customized and catered events. Call and ask for Chef Nick to start planning your event today!
Private party facilities
Ethel's Private room seats up to 30 people and can be booked by calling in and requesting a date. Customized menus, buffet, bar options, pre-fixe, and more. Ask for Chef Nick and create your experience!

Location
1615 Sulgrave Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209
Neighborhood
Northwest Baltimore
Cross street
Sugrave Avenue, just over the Kelly Ave Bridge from Falls Road
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Mt. Washington Light Rail stop is a 1 minute walk away
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 52 people are saying

Ethel's Creole Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Baltimore / Maryland
Neighborhood gem
Baltimore
Best Value
Baltimore
Neighborhood gem

Review summary

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Ethel's Creole Kitchen is a charming gem offering "authentic creole entrees with tons of flavor" and generous portions. Guests rave about the "friendly and knowledgeable" service and "fantastic experience." Highlights include the "Dino Bone" special, seafood gumbo, jambalaya, and cornbread. It's perfect for a "great atmosphere" and "amazing" meals.

52 Reviews

K
Kerrie VIP
Baltimore71 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of my favorite restaurants. The spicy crawfish dip is enough for a whole meal and it is absolutely knock your socks off delicious. Pair that with a couple of Sazerac‘s and you have the best Saturday night. Do not miss this place.
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Char
Unspecified1 review
4.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great vibes; always! We love this place. Food is absolutely delicious and fantastic customer service too.
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Braggal
Las Vegas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was really delicious!!! I would definitely recommend eating here and I will be back. The staff was very friendly..even the chef
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Stephen
New Orleans1 review
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I'd forgotten how much I loved the menu here. Always great food and a great atmosphere.
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Ted VIP
Baltimore23 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a favorite. Casual relaxed atmosphere. Great friendly neighborhood vibe. Some of the best food in Baltimore! Try some cream of crab soup and a mom's crab cake, a super fresh salad, or any of the creole classics (jambalaya and gumbo aren't better in NOLA). This has been a hidden gem for decades. Go eat here!
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Peter
Baltimore2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing menu, brilliant and delicious food, and the staff could not be more welcoming and wonderful!
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Kimberly
San Francisco2 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Bread is amazing. Shrimp and grits were great. I ordered moms crab cake with mashed potatoes. I Had some juice at the bottom like that juice in the crab shell and that’s what it tasted like. The mashed potatoes were sweet. When the waitress asked, I told her. The chef/owner came up and walked up on on me out of nowhere. Asked me how he could make it better. I was a little confused and taken aback. He asked what do you want. I’m like idk. He took the plate said,”Well, tried to make it right” and left. Ruined my whole night. Didn’t give me a moment to think. 2 Fast 2 Furious No food for me. Waitress was great though.
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Richard
Baltimore24 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went for Valentine’s Day dinner. While I’d not call the restaurant romantic; I’d say it’s one of the best values in Bmore. The food from our appetizers of Bacon wrapped Scallops and Shrimp and Grits to our mains (Jambalaya and a Hot Stack Cstfish) were both amazing. Large portions with lots of Andouille Sausage and Seafood in the Jambalaya. The portions were enough for three meals. We added the Cornbread and it was worth it. Desserts we delish. The had their take on bread pudding and their chocolate silk pie. Both were worth it. All that plus a drink each and the bill was less than $165 before tip.
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Beth
Baltimore5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Try the chicken!!!! Delish! Loved the scallops wrapped in bacon special app! Thanks for the roses for Valentine’s Day!
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Joann VIP
Baltimore3 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience was exceptional. The food and the service were five-star. We really appreciated the chef coming out to see how we liked our meal. Highly recommend!
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FAQs

Ethel's Creole Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 664-2971.

Ethel's Creole Kitchen is rated 4.8 stars by 52 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

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1615 Sulgrave Ave, Baltimore, MD 21209

Additional information

Cross street
Sugrave Avenue, just over the Kelly Ave Bridge from Falls Road
Neighborhood
Northwest Baltimore
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Mt. Washington Light Rail stop is a 1 minute walk away
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Ed Bloom & Chef Nick Creamer
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
https://www.ethelscreolekitchen.com/
Phone number
(410) 664-2971
Catering
Our catering options range from as simple as carry out party trays to fully customized and catered events. Call and ask for Chef Nick to start planning your event today!
Private party facilities
Ethel's Private room seats up to 30 people and can be booked by calling in and requesting a date. Customized menus, buffet, bar options, pre-fixe, and more. Ask for Chef Nick and create your experience!

Ethel's Creole Kitchen

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About this restaurant

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What 52 people are saying

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Review summary

FAQs

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