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Name: Corner Charcuterie Bar
Address: 850 W 36th St, Baltimore, MD, 21211
Telephone: (443) 869-5075
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.90

Corner Charcuterie Bar

850 W 36th St, Baltimore, MD, 21211

(443) 869-5075
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Corner Charcuterie Bar Menu

Appetizers

Asparagus Soup

Roast Quail Salad

Mussels Gratinee

Bibb Salad

Flambeed Shrimp

Roasted Bone Marrow

Healing Herbs Salad

Cherry Glen Goat Cheese Plate
Appetizers - Add Ons

Potato Fries With House Mayo

Potato Croquettes With Aioli

Side Salad

Bread & Butter
Main Courses

Waterzooi

Coq Au Riesling

Crab Risotto

Grilled Pork Chop

Rockfish

Ribeye Steak

Mussels By The Kilopot
Desserts

Ice Cream Sandwich

Pot Of Chocolate

Crepes Grand Marnier

Pear Frangipane Tart

Healthy Meal suggestions for Corner Charcuterie Bar

Appetizers

Asparagus Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roast Quail Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mussels Gratinee [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bibb Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Flambeed Shrimp [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Roasted Bone Marrow [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Healing Herbs Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cherry Glen Goat Cheese Plate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Appetizers - Add Ons

Potato Fries With House Mayo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Potato Croquettes With Aioli [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Side Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bread & Butter [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Main Courses

Waterzooi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Coq Au Riesling [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crab Risotto [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Pork Chop [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rockfish [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ribeye Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mussels By The Kilopot [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Ice Cream Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pot Of Chocolate [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crepes Grand Marnier [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pear Frangipane Tart [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Jamie B.

Visited during Hon Fest. At first was disappointed there was not cold AC as they had the doors open and it was a hot one on Sunday. As soon as I sat down with some cold water the fans did their job and I cooked down immediately. We were offered the brunch menu but told at 3, we could order off of the regular menu. We did. The service was great minus the switch in waitresses as the second one (blonde and younger) was a bit brash and seemed to rush us. The FOOD : Don't get me started on how excited I was to see the dishes offered at such an affordable price. Most places with an eclectic foodie menus are way over priced. I ordered the saffron truffle risotto w crab and asparagus. I was very pleased. I am excited to come back and try more dishes and the drink selection is exciting. The entrees (4 in total) all did not come out at the same time... We didn't mind as the conversation and drinks were flowing but by any other standards, if this was a special date night or occasion I would have liked to see better timing on the dishes. Other than that, I will come back, bring friends and order drinks and different dishes. I'm absolutely excited about this place!
(4)
christina j.

This place is great! With outdoor seating it's the perfect spot to spend a Saturday afternoon with friends drinking and eating. Creative drink menu with pre and post prohibition cocktails. Try the Scissor Twist a fun twist on the classic French 75. The charcuterie plate with both meats and cheeses is enough to split with group of 4. I had the charred octopus NiÃ§oise salad with fresh arugula and squid ink. No complaints here. The octopus was full of smokey char taste, cooked perfectly.
(4)
Ian F.

Great selection of tapas style dishes. We tried the pommes frites, bone marrow, truffle butter bread, fingerling potatos, porc belly, amongst some others, and all were fantastic. i would say the real star was the bone marrow. they bake it up in a very unique way that provides a nice crust... very very nice.
(5)
Katherine P.

Great accidental find! Brilliant cocktails even by Manhattan standards and the happy hour prices on charcuterie are to die for. Plus tough bartenders warm up quick. Get the watermelon kimchi and the pickled pineapple gin cocktail!
(5)
Keith K.

This is a bit confusing, not sure why Yelp has two different versions of this Corner Bar, both with the same address and phone number, but the one I recently visited on a First Friday was a great little spot. Darkly romantic with designer dishes which were all delicious. This bar/restaurant was a great stopover along a First Friday drinking walk. All of the appetizers were inventive and tasty, service was right there when needed and clientele was fun and neighbourly.
(5)
Allison L.

Kinda torn about this place. The food was different, but everything was incredibly good. Service was decent. There were just multiple annoying things: -Kind of a cash only place. They'll take credit cards, but there's a convenience charge. Prices aren't super high but this isn't a cheap place so it's odd and annoying. -The menu they had online stated that they had mocktails that you could bring your own bottle of liquor for (which is awesome) and listed what liquor went with it, but, when we got there with bottle of vodka in hand, we were told there were new bartenders, that was an old menu, and they only had soda and seltzer as mixers. Diet coke and vodka isn't spectacular, in case you were wondering... -When we had already been seated for 15 minutes at a 4 person table (which is what most of the tables are), the hostess came over and asked if she could seat 2 people with us... and there's really no way to say no to that request. So, our girls night turned into us plus a couple celebrating a birthday. Pretty sure it was awkward for all of us as my friend and I continued to drink and be ridiculous, and they held hands across the table. Dissecting their conversation about if the girl would be willing to hang out with the guy's mother was entertaining, but, it was just weird and I'm sure they were as happy for us to leave as we were to be done. -For both the appetizers and the entrees, they brought out the wrong food for each of us each time. So, the food. We were there on Monday for the prix fixe menu ($25) there was nothing that stood out as "I HAVE TO HAVE THAT!" and my appetizer and entree were both pretty different from what I was expecting. I chose the onion dip appetizer, which was warm and filled with cipollini onions and bacon and cheese and obviously delicious. My friend got a garden salad with figs and walnuts which she liked. For the entree, I got the fried cod which said it was with New England clam chowder. When it came, it was actually a shallow bowl of clam chowder with clams in clam shells, with the fried fish in the soup. It was interesting but amazing. My friend got the seafood skewer with polenta and coconut butter which was also amazing. Desserts were decent, I got the vanilla cheesecake and my friend got the Madeline cake. Overall, a decent food experience, not sure we'd be back since we're antisocial and like to have absurd conversations without worrying about other people hearing.
(3)
Lauren S.

This is really just a review for the oyster stand outside. $1 per delicious oyster, served by a really friendly dude. The oysters were amazing. I felt like they were worth more than $1. Bless that dude, and those oysters.
(5)
Mary M.

I stopped by for Restaurant Week and was blown away! This is certainly one of the best meals I've had on The Avenue. I rarely order chicken when I go out to eat because it's almost always too dry - not the case at Corner! I ordered the crispy chicken and it was perfect. It also came with creamy polenta and wilted greens, which were also fabulous. I ate every single bite of my meal. Duck leg rillettes for an appetizer and chocolate mousse quenelles for dessert were also super good. Our waitress was very nice and made great recommendations for both wine and food. We were very pleased with our meal and will certainly be back!
(5)
Abigail R.

So, I have a good friend, who enjoys trying to new places, trusts me enough to pick them, and is adventurous enough to try all the different menu items. We decided to try Corner BYOB. It's a place, literally on the corner in Hampden and its BYOB (or wine in my case). From the outside, its not nearly as flashy as some of the other are restaurants; you barely notice it when you are driving down the street. I do, however, spend a fair amount of time at the amazing liquor store next door. And every time, I say to myself - I have got to try the Corner. This place was fantastic. Even though it's small, it's very charming. It's busy, but it is not loud or overwhelming. The server was adorable - in the she loves her job and detailing the menu choices sorta way. Actually, who am I kidding, adorable in all the ways; she was funny and not to bad to look at either. When the server started in on the menu, we all basically said, we will have one of everything you just said. It took some time but we decided on a few starters and a cheese plate. The chef had apparently spent some time recently in New Orleans, so we had the featured gator gumbo. It was spicy, sweet and served on a perfectly cooked bed of rice. We also had fried oysters - which were nice. They had a cornmeal crust, so they were crunchy and just the right amount of salty, which are two of my favorite combinations. Next up was my friends favorite: bone marrow. I have always been a little intimidated by bone marrow. This one was veal, served with warm bread and watercress. They also gave us really cute and really tiny little spoons. It was rich, but when added to the watercress, it was fantastic. It also went great with a my favorite wine: a perfectly tempered Pinot Noir. How could I forget the cheese plate with a delicious camembert torched till it was bubbly at the table? We also had an amazing manchego and a sweet but strong blue cheese. I especially liked all the little honeys, jams and dried fruits that came with the pairings. I think my favorite part of the cheese plate, was when everyone turned to see what they were setting on fire. And if that isn't enough, we decided we couldn't leave with out trying the Wild BoarShank. This was delicious. The meat just fell off the bone and served on a borscht like stew with potato apple and basically just deliciousness. This was one of those: I'm no longer hungry, but I can't stop eating because it's amazing entree's. Wait... Did I say the boar was delicious?!? Before we could leave - we saw an entire table getting hazelnut chocolate swans. So, of course we got one of those. I actually cannot stop raving about this place. To the tune, that I was talking about it so much with a different set of friends and we went back a second time in less than a week. This time we had the antelope tartar, head cheese, scallops, lamb shoulder, and this salted carmel deliciousness. If you have any interest in becoming a foodie (even if accidentally, like me), this is a great place to start.
(5)
Bernie C.

Yuuuuuuuuuuuuummmmmmm Dear lord. Let's hope it's the wine talking (thank god for byob) but I can die happy now. With selections like beef heart and tongue, escargot tarts, and marrow this place is foodie heaven. My happy place is right here right now. This is where I'm going in my memory when times are hard. Just bathed in sunlight, sated, with my tastebuds just overwhelmed with happiness. My friend and I went on a whim and just ordered a ton of appetizers. The waiter recommended the soup of the day. Listen to your waiter. Everything was a hit, order everything. Bring wine. Bring friends. Love.
(5)
Alyssa P.

Came here for the Monday night price fixed for $25 dollars (3 courses). Service was quite attentive considering this is Hampden! Very pleasant and knowledgeable waitress took care of is. It is bring your own but they do charge a glass and corkage fee which is only a few dollars. There is also a small bar in the back to get a drink while you wait with some TVs and small plates. For the appetizer I started with the haricot vert with sundried tomatoes, olives, feta cheese and vinaigrette dressing. Two friends had the bacon wrapped sausage and grits. Both I thought were fantastic. The haricot salad was a great combination of flavors. The feta does get a touch too salty for me, but you could push some of it aside. I also asked for it without the red peppers and they were able to accommodate this request. Grits were nice and creamy and sausage was very flavorful and delicious. In terms of main courses, the 4 of us all got something different. I of course had to get the suckling pig. It was served over mashed potatoes. I very much enjoyed it but thought it could've been more moist and more flavorful. Or maybe my expectations for suckling pig are just too high! Friend 1 got the corned beef with potatoes which was very nicely prepared, not too salty, but good seasoning. Friend 2 got the mussels and sausage which everyone seemed to love. I am not a huge mussel person so I can't comment. That portion was pretty decent and served with a side of fries. The fries are excellent and we were all fighting over them.Friend 3 got the trout with mushroom risotto and I thought the risotto was excellent! Again not a huge seafood person, but he enjoyed the trout. Dessert: I had the cherry napolean which was excellent and filled with cherry and a bavarian like cream. Friend 3 had the cheese and fruit which was served with a phenomenal mango butter. Friend 2 had the chocolate mousse with bacon toppings, very chocolaty and good. But the overall best dessert was friend #1 with the donuts with chocolate hazelnut dipping sauce. Of note there was a little dog walking around the restaurant. I was totally fine with that, but I know someone like my mother definitely wouldn't be. Would definitely recommend and go back!
(4)
Dana D.

The food was pretty good, but they need to update their website, online presence and signage. Used to be called Corner BYOB, but turns out it is NOT BYOB anymore. Very dark inside and could barely see the menu. Service was ok, a few mistakes but overall ok.
(3)
Ted S.

Corner BYOB=WTF First I went on Monday so it was a $25 set menu. I'm not sure whether I like prix fixe in general but for 3 courses for $25. What's not too like. Point of comparison and I don't like to admit it but I took my nephews too McDonalds and I think we were at $10 for three courses. That's chicken nuggets, French fries, chocolate milk and Ice Cream. My 5 Star is certainly a combination of value and quality. The highlights were brochette of meats and the mussels and frites. The BYOB was a $1 per beer. I wanna say it was $4 corkage for wine. Check it out.
(5)
Pearl K.

Corner BYOB is my favorite date night restaurant in Hampden. I really can't think of anything I didn't like at this restaurant. We called ahead on Monday morning to get a reservation for Monday night. I was afraid it'd be too short notice, but the hostess was accommodating and pencilled us in for 8. A little bit before our reservation, we popped into The Wine Source to buy a chocolate stout (for him) and a hard cider (for me). The interior of the restaurant is pretty dark and intimate. There's a bar area when you first enter and I noticed that there was a slightly strange odor there, but I think it may just have been the smell of strong, fresh seafood. It wasn't very busy because we were one of the last customers to be seated. We got seated at a cozy table for four near the back of the restaurant (thanks for the extra room!), had our beers opened and poured, and were left in peace to go over the pre-fixe menu. The pre-fixe menu is $25 and I wanted almost everything on it. Good thing the boyfriend came along; double the taste-testing opportunity! While the appetizers (salads) and desserts (apple crumble and crepe) were delicious, what I'm really here for are the mussels. I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but these mussels had me salivating and digging in with abandon. We ordered our entrees to share, but I don't think the boyfriend got to eat as many mussels because I went so crazy over them. Even so, the dish was too large for us to finish and I got the rest packed up to go. Service was perfect; they came at regular intervals to check up on us and refill our glasses, but mostly left us alone to enjoy our meal. Corner BYOB is definitely joining the date night option rotation.
(5)
Brie V.

Went here for the Monday price-fixed menu because we heard it was worth it...only to find out that not only do they not offer the price-fixed menu anymore but they also aren't byob as of a week ago. Note: They recently merged their former two store fronts (the restaurant side and the smaller corner spot) into one. The food was very mediocre, pretty tasteless, and completely overpriced. Nice wait staff but totally not with the $80 price point for four pretty small "teaser" plates (kangaroo tartare the size of half of my fist, 5 fried pickles, 3 cheese/1meat charcuterie, 4 frog legs) of high-end bar food cooked in butter and heavy cream. Corner Bar, bring back the byob culture and ditch the false and stuffy sense of sophistication...you don't wear it well. This place was a total disappointment. Word of advice: Go across the street to Food Market where you can find more innovative, flavorful, and non-Barbie doll sized portions for the same (possibly even lower) price!
(1)
scott m.

Great Food, Slow Service, Lectures Galore from the Waitstaff... Food and ambience were actually great - no complaints there. My issue is the way me and my 73 year old mother were treated for doing things "out of order." In other words, when you come to Corner BYOB, you can expect to be wrong on at least one occasion - and you will be reminded by the house staff. You can even read other reviews here on Yelp and see a similar pattern. First off I am not complaining about how our server introduced herself and took our complete order...then returned seven minutes later with two menus and asked if we would like to look at the menu...and did not even believe us that she had already taken our orders. Mistakes happen, and my mother and I understood. I am not complaining about how slow the service delivery was. I am not even complaining that a patron visiting from a local nursing home with his much younger girlfriend got mad at me for bothering him with the flash from my phone so I could take two photos of my mother eating her mussels - and then rambled on and on about how social media is annoying to his dinner. I am writing a complaint style review because our server treated my mother and me like we were children being punished for bad behavior - not for being drunk and unruly, not for breaking things or insulting other patrons - but for asking for things "out of order" 1. My mother wanted her white wine at this BYOB opened right away. We sat down, orders were taken, and we waited...and waited...and waited. Finally she went to the bar and asked for our server to open her bottle, right then and there, the same bottle she had in her hands, which she had carried to the bar. Rather than being accommodated, I can hear the waitress say "Go back to your seat, and I will open your bottle in a moment" Why can't my 73 year old mother have her bottle opened when she wants to if she is bringing it to the bar, out of convenience for the bar staff? Give the customer what they want! 2. We both got lectured for leaving our bowl of mussel shells on top of the adjacent table - which was empty, as our own table was filled with glasses, plates, appetizers, bread, and our entrees. There was no room on this tiny bistro table, and no where to put the bowl of mussel shells. The same server said to my mother - in an annoyed huff, "This table is for other customers, please stop putting your bowl of shells on this table. Okay, we committed a faux pas...we usurped the surface of another empty table out of convenience. Politely inform us with a smile and give us an alternative! The end result, my mother sat with a bowl of mussel shells in her lap. 3. We never got our second bread order (keep in mind bread is $3.50 per order) and as we finished up our dinners I asked them to simply not bring it - as the restaurant was filling up and they could EASILY serve that bread to the next customer. Instead, it was like I asked her to remove her parents from life support in order to save on the electric bill. Okay, so we made another faux pas. We are sorry. We did wrong. We promise to never bother Corner BYOB again. But when the bill came and I asked if the second bread was on there...watch out, because I treated to an eye roll and a "We didn't put it on the bill, sir!" No smile. No sorry, I understand, no need to worry sir. ******* I myself am a server. I get annoyed all the time at customers. In fact sometimes they drive me up the wall. In all cases they are people far more demanding and annoying than my mother and I who both work in the service industry. Yet when I have an issue, I ALWAYS SMILE and strive to give good service, and if there truly is a problem I consult with a manager instead of directing bad attitude and bad service at my customers. Defeated. Drained. Disappointed. That's how I will always describe this corner bistro with excellent food and lousy service.
(2)
Kris L.

Was so SO excited to try Corner BYO as I've had great experiences with other places in Hampden (Food market, 13.5% wine bar, etc). The service at Corner BYO was great. But the food was surprisingly really disappointing! :( APPS We started off with the bone marrow (the only great dish of the night!) which was perfectly warm, rich, and served with warm brioche bread. The octopus appetizer was lukewarm and flavorless. It needed seasoning, salt, and acid. It was really lacking all around. The Potato croquettes were fine but more of an afterthought. ENTREE The killer was the mussel entree. It looked beautiful and came in a kilopot. However, the mussels themselves were completely overcooked and basically disintegrating as you ate them. They had a foul texture and were pretty much flavorless. I was so sad as Corner BYO was super hyped up and I ended up filling up on pomme frites the entire night. The scallop entree was fine, pretty average. DESSERT Regarding the desserts, the apple tarte was delicious (balanced, not too sweet) but not quite enough to make up for spending my night eating french fries :( The ambiance reminded me of NYC...great service but extremely crammed, such that we had to put our water glasses on the seat ledge to make the wine fit! Overall not worth going back to.
(2)
Martha O.

Came here for my birthday dinner. The menu is mostly small plates, which suited us fine as we like to share. We had a charcuterie plate, a bottle of wine and a fried trout plate with white bean puree and very al dente carrots. The food was spot on and the wine we chose worked perfectly. The reason I'm not giving 5 stars was 1) the lack of a/c and 2) the novice waitress. While very pleasant, she was not schooled in proper serving. After awkwardly opening the bottle of wine, she spilled it on the napkin... Never brought a fresh one. She set it down right in front of my partner. She also messed up our charcuterie order (which the chef fixed). We asked that the music be turned down, which they did (only to turn it back up later). The hostess brought us a complimentary plate of risotto, for the music, which was perfectly prepared. The faux pas of the waitress continued. My opinion is that they could fill their tables on a Saturday night by putting the servers in a uniform with a bistro apron, using linen napkins and training their servers.
(4)
Maeve M.

Ugh--I have such mixed feelings about Corner BYOB. The food probably merits 4-5 stars but there were issues with service that were really annoying and I'm forced to dock some considerable points for that. The good: 1) No wait for a table on a Saturday night 2) Adorable little dog walking around in a sweater who mosied back and forth between Corner BYOB and the Other Corner next door. 3) The food--everything was great. We ordered bread and butter (nothing special, but served warm), a few salads (mine had some raw garlic in it, which we could have done without, but otherwise very good), a cheese and meat platter (good but missing what we ordered--see below), squid ink linguine with uni broth (tasty but I was too full for more than a few bits), stir-fried wild mushrooms (quite good), fingerling potatoes in duck fat (amazing), and bone marrow with toast (didn't even have the bone marrow but the toast was incredible--brioche drenched in butter. I had a stomach ache for days but it was worth it). The not good: 1) My friend ordered a diet coke. It never came, was never acknowledged. Her water glass wasn't filled for the first 15 minutes, even though my glass and my other friend's were filled right away. 2) When we ordered the cheese plate we had a choice between 2 meats and a cheese, or 2 cheeses and a meat. Our waitress advised us to go with the latter, and being cheese fiends, we agreed. She also warned us that it would take 30-45 minutes, but since we had orderd so much food we weren't worried about that. Lo and behold, it came about 10 minutes later--with two meats and one cheese. The chef, who brought out the dish, was going over everything, and we pointed out that it was an incorrect order. He promised to bring us our second cheese when we "were ready for dessert." Except that we were pushed into ordering so much food that we were completely stuffed by the time our meal was wrapping up, that we never had a chance to try our second cheese. That being said--it was never offered or even acknowledged either. But it would have been nice if he had just remedied his mistake and brought us what we ordered for dinner. 3) Order of dishes was strange. We got above cheese plate before bread and butter, even though that was the first thing we ordered. 4) In general, I felt like our waitress really pushed us to order too much food. We left so much on the table, and since we were going elsewhere for the night, couldn't take anything to go. She made it sound like the portions were very small ("a few bites each") when this was not the case at all. We could have ordered half of that food and still left some behind. 5) When we requested the check, someone else's dessert was on it. They took this off quickly after we pointed it out, but at this point it was just annoying. 6) It was also really unclear who our server even was--so many different people stopped by our table for various things--wine order, water refilling, cheese delivery, check drop-off etc. It was just very confusing. And by the end of our meal I had a stomach ache, and my wallet was also hurting. I think there's really potential here, but they have to step up their game a bit with the customer service.
(2)
Kojo B.

Decided to try out Corner BYOB, since it has been on my to eat list for quite sometime, but never got to it. So Monday, they have a price fix-menu at $25-3 course meal. I decided to venture, and it was really really good. The menu i believe changes frequently so it will be an exercise in futility if you look at their online menu. What i had was the Pork belly appetizer, it was pretty good, liked the heavy touch of ginger in the sauce. I had the shrimp and grits really good, three jumbo shrimps and the grits were creamy and starchy that is how i like it. Not watery. Dessert was kinda of a downfall, the cheesecake was a let-down, not enough to downgrade a star, but it wasnt good. A couple of things it is BYOB as the name implies, $1 to use their glass, $2 service charge if you intend to pay by card, and $3 bottle/wine fee.
(5)
Tunaidi A.

I love this place... Corner BYOB is the epitome of food innovation and ingenuity. Kudos to the chef! Let's get straight down to business. Apps: * Pomme frites -- great aioli sauce. Small plates: * White bean vichyssoise with grilled octopus -- Awesome pureed soup with two pieces of amazing octopus. * Wild mushroom ravioli -- Best ravioli I've had. Large plates: * Roasted bone marrow -- This is to die for... I've never had anything so spectacular, so blow-your-mind before. Wow! Wow! Wow! I'm still dreaming about this. Entrees: * Crispy skin pan seared chicken breast -- Of course it's not just a chicken breast. It's stuffed with proscuitto, escargots and truffled goat cheese, creamy polenta, and wilted greens. Delicious. * Grilled rib eye -- You know it's not just a piece of steak. It's juicy and an excellently cut, prepared, and cooked steak. Awesome sauce -- winner. Best broccolini and crispy potatoes I've had to accompany the meat. Dessert: * Belgian pearled sugar rice tart -- What in the world is this? Why is it so good??? * Belgian chocolate mousse quenelles -- Super good... chocolate and raspberry with whipped cream. Excellent taste bud ticklers. Don't forget -- BONE MARROW IS OUT OF THIS WORLD!!!!! I'm thinking I need to be here much more frequently. Other notes: A changing $25 pre-fixe menu is available on Mondays. It's byob, but there are fees for bringing in your own drinks. It's byob, but Corner BYOB still offers a small selection of drinks. Take out containers are $1.
(5)
Melissa G.

Service was a bit slow, but the food was timed well and delicious. Brought our own bottle of wine for home and enjoyed the atmosphere, staff was very friend, including a small Jack Russell named Lucky who took great care of us throughout our meal. After we ate dinner here, we walked down to Charmery Ice Cream shoppe and grabbed something sweet to walk down to 34th street and enjoy the holiday lights.
(4)
Will S.

Great steak frites and the best foosball table in Baltimore. Cocktails that will make your evening as delicious as it is memorable (or hazy depending on how many Andrew makes you). Game on.
(5)
Melissa H.

I'm not kidding when I say I had one of my best meals at this place!! Steak frites BLEW.MY.MIND.
(5)
Sam O.

This is more of an ethical judgement (that I feel justified in making because the handful of times I've eaten here the food has been consistently unexceptional ). It is simply in poor taste to charge for bread and butter. Seriously, to see that on a menu - it's like completely uninflected, crude crookery. Like, "I know this is an american culinary tradition we give to a public that is willing to, upon occasion, spend 500% more on their food by eating out rather than at home, but hey, we stand to profit from the extra $3 - and that's what we're about." That's what this gesture says. If you want to sell yourself as a dignified, elegant establishment, you offer bread and butter as a courtesy, or not at all.
(3)
Sasha G.

One of my favorite places to go for an amazing, unique meal! I've never had half of this stuff and never thought I'd ever give it a try but Chef Shawn cooks with such passion it made the not so normal turn into comfort food.
(5)
Liz F.

While the food here is great with each return (4 or 5 times now), my dining experience has recently begun to feel very awkward in terms of customer service. There are several fees that have sprung up, or maybe that I have not personally experienced thus far. We were informed by our polite waitress for all of them, but I still found it ridiculous. First we were slapped with a $1 carry-out box fee. It's not much, but seriously? I've NEVER experienced this at a restaurant before and thought it was just so odd. Then when we were about to pay our bill we got a $2 credit card fee. This is probably because the place used to be cash-only and still prefers that arrangement, but in this day and age I have a hard time supporting any business that is still cash-only. My boyfriend and I were seated at 7:00 on Sunday night and the dining room was empty...honestly, I can see why now. That said, the food was of excellent quality. Bf got the mussels bruxelles, which were large, tender, and had a nice broth. I got the Cornish hen, which was also good and cooked very well but thought the side dishes could've been done better (smoked gouda polenta and edamame succotash). I was getting full and feeling unwell (headache unrelated to the food), hence the take-out box. Even though the food is good and the prices are appropriate (if not a tiny bit overpriced for non-seafood), the lame customer treatment by the management is the crux for me, made worse by the air of pretension that I can't quite explain. Especially since there are plenty of other chill, on-level restaurants I can choose for a date night in Hampden. So sadly, I don't think we will go back; if we do, we'll stick with The Other Corner Charcuterie, its adjoined companion bar.
(3)
Rebecca G.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. I use to come in all the time for a glass of wine and some good charcuterie. Since moving to Virginia, I have not been back in a few months. I love the staff, decor and food. It is always a delight when I come in.
(5)
Emily H.

Corner BYOB is now just Corner thanks to the awesome addition of a new beer, wine and cocktail menu. BYOB is still an option though if you prefer to bring your own. I've been to Corner on quite a few occasions - a quiet Sunday dinner with family in town, Saturday birthday dinner with friends, New Year's Eve Prix Fixe extravaganza, and my favorite - the $25 3-course Monday nights. If you have never been to Corner, check it out on a Monday! You get to sample their creative menu for a steal. The food at Corner is so creative. The menu has something for everyone, but those with adventurous palettes will not be disappointed. I've always found the service here to be very attentive. Corner is a cozy neighborhood gem for foodies!
(5)
Mike L.

Pretentious, overrated food, but worst of all left VERY hungry after 3 course meal.
(2)
Anna K.

This is a challenging review for me because there were parts of my meal that were excellent but the stuff that wasn't good was really not good. To start, service was very slow and seemed overwhelmed. Our water glasses were constantly full but it took a long time to get our drink order in and even longer for the food order. I certainly don't mind waiting for food but I thought it was odd to wait so long to even put in an order. The cocktails we had were fun and very tasty though I can't remember them now :( Starters were excellent overall. The bone marrow was FANTASTIC (super highly recommended), the kangaroo carpaccio was really nice, and the beet salad was very good. The entries varied greatly and the stuffed partridge was the clear winner of the night and the ham hock was OK. Unfortunately, my trout was really over cooked and there just weren't enough fun flavors on that plate. I'm giving Corner BYOB three stars because there was just too much variation between the good and bad in our dining experience. I will definitely return though and give it another shot!
(3)
Sharon H.

I know restaurants are about food, however, I'm sure we can all agree that the experience as a customer is equally as important. And actually, in the case, it has outweighed my experience and my review. Let me start of by saying that this is definitely a charming place. The ambiance is pleasing and the staff friendly. Me and my BFF went for dinner here recently and it was interesting. Not pleasing. You know when you enter a restaurant and you are the only patrons in the place and they try to seat you at the WORST table in the place? That's how our experience started. We had a reservation. It was a Thursday night. There was no excuse. We declined the table and after discussion w/ the staff, they selected another table for us. That was pleasing. Also pleasing? The food. We both had the fish pot and it really was good. A large variety of seafood seasoned well and obviously fresh. Not pleasing? This place nickels and dimes you for any and everything. It's awesome that it's BYOB, but be prepared that you will pay $1 per glass to use their glasses and a $3 corkage fee. The menu stated a $3 fee for wine but a $5 fee for LARGE bottles of wine. OK. Next, our dish was served w/ 1 piece of bread - there was a nice broth w/ the seafood. Can I have additional bread? Sure, for $3.50. You want to pay by credit card? Sure, for a $2 fee. It really got ridiculous. Also not pleasing? The pace of the meal. The menu advises that their dishes take time. I got no problem w/ that and we were enjoying a night out w/out the kids and hubbys. My problem? We waited 30 minutes for our dessert. It wasn't a complicated dessert - it was caramel salted ice-cream. Surely that was already made and ready to go? So while we have waited for an eternity for dessert, they decide to seat a couple WITH US at our 4 top table. The restaurant is NOT crowded and certainly not full. Really? Unbelievable. Unacceptable. Suffice to say we will not return. Too many other places in town that know how to treat their patrons.
(2)
Sarah G.

I really really wanted to give this place 4 stars. It was on my list of places to try during my trip to Baltimore, but then the service happened....Was it bad? No, that wasn't the issue. But it was so so pushy! I have never felt so forced to try and order more food or things at a place in my life. We were all wishing that our original server came back, since the second server we got just wouldn't let us be! We had told her repeatedly we had a big lunch which was true, and we were just trying to dine and relax a bit, but hard to do that when you feel forced to order food, spend more money, etc. Thank goodness it is BYOB since we had a nice bottle of wine we brought ourselves to help us through this! One more service problem too before the food review, they charged us extra for our glass fee for the wine and overcharged for the soup too. We had to tell the server and they fixed it, but that definitely was not something I expected from this amazing cute little spot! Literally you walk in here and you feel so at home (until your server starts pestering you ha). I love the ambiance in here. And then the food we got was actually really great! 4 stars for the food, but that service stuff is what dropped it to 3... I got their mussels main dish which was huge! One of the chefs is from Brussels so I was told he was the king of mussels and those mussels were really great and you could tell how fresh they were. I love that you get to choose what you want them cooked in too! My pick curry and coconut milk. Mmm! And it came with a big thing of fries too--great dish to share with others! The rest of us got their smoked potato soup which everyone loved, their cheese sampler which wasn't as great cheese wise as we thought, and then the scallop main dish was loved by my colleague. She could not get over how inventive the flavors were and how well it all went together. Too bad the service knocked down a star, since the food is definitely worth coming back for!
(3)
Billy F.

The food is still great, but this place gets more awkward with each visit. They want to be a place that's fancy, BYOB, serves perfect portions, and is cash-only. But the kabuki dance to get drinks, to-go containers, use credit, etc. is exhausting. It's negotiable, but awkward. We were seated at the bar although many tables sat empty for the duration of our meal. We were offered wine. When I asked about other options, I got a menu with beer and cocktails from next door. When my beer was brought, the sever had to apologetically explain to her manager that I asked for it specifically. Already breaking the rules, it seems. "Do you take credit?" "We prefer cash. But we can accept credit for a $2 fee." I'll stop there. You get my point. Good food, but customer satisfaction comes with a toll.
(4)
Ruth-Ann L.

Great food, relaxed atmosphere. We love this restaurant and with good reason: the Chef/Owner, Bernard, is always on site, the staff is accomodating and friendly, and it's BYOB (the Wine Source is right next door, so that's easy pickin')! Chef Bernard is extremely passionate about his food and it shows, everything is fresh and, when able, locally sourced. Now you will have to bring cash (yes, that old money standby that isn't plastic) BUT considering that it keeps overhead down for the restaurant, and that those savings are passed on to the diners, it's worth the three block walk to an ATM. A good way to start out at The Corner BYOB is to try the Monday night prix fixe dinner. Three courses, $25.00. It's a fantastic deal and I bet you'll go back.
(5)
Matthew L.

I had wanted to try this place for a while, but always get distracted when venturing to Hampden. Curse you Hampden for all your delicious options. They have a reputation for exotic meats. The night we were there they seemed to be focused on kangaroo. I tried the kangaroo tartar with a quail egg. It was very mild and different then I had imagined. Also tried the divers scallops and the roast duck with pork belly. Scallops were good (the caviar sauce made the dish), the duck was just so so. I did have a great conversation with the table next to us. The layout of the restaurant aids in getting to know your neighbors. Verdict is that it is good, but probably more pomp than substance. Pricing is about $50 a head without drinks. Decent meal, but still deciding how I compare it to restaurants of similar price.
(3)
Jef B.

Always a winner. The lobster thermidor was really very very good. Although my all time favorite remains the famous kangaroo. Most definitely a hidden gem of Baltimore.
(4)
Supriya M.

We had an 8:30 reservation last Saturday night for a group of 6. We arrived promptly at 8:25 and were told that people on our table were just wrapping up. We waited inside the tiny restaurant as it was chilly outside. Before we knew it, we were waiting around till about 9pm. I understand that the restaurant is limited in that it can't tell it's patrons to leave but maybe they should consider that for future reservations. They did provide us with one potato croquette each as we waited. Once we were seated, service was excellent. We ordered three salads, the foie gras and the mushroom soup. All excellent. The entrees consisted of a roasted duck (delicious), a kangaroo loin (very well cooked), a colin filet (flavorless and mediocre), a cornish game hen (well done) and a rat steak (excellent preparation). We also had one vegetarian friend who was served a chef-prepared veggie plate, which she said was very good. Overall, other than the colin filet, all the food was impressive. For dessert, we had the citrus crepes (delicious), the profiteroles (difficult to eat), the pot of chocolate (mediocre) and the truffles which were four different goat cheese truffles - one with himalayan salt, another with some sort of pepper and I can't remember the other two but they were all amazing! The BYOB component is great except the corkage fees are a bit outrageous. We paid $22 for corkage for the 5 people that were drinking - we probably drank a lot but there is no way to verify this fee. Our bill came to be quite large and it was a $xxx.02 (gratuity was included) and since we didn't have 2 pennies, I mentioned to the hostess that we're 2 cents short. She wasn't very happy about that and was satisfied when one of us pulled out a dollar to make up for the two cents - which I thought was sort of a cheap move after having a bill in the hundreds. We were enjoying ourselves and didn't leave the restaurant till midnight but the staff was very pleasant and did not push us out or make us feel unwelcome at all, which was very nice. Overall, five stars for most of the food, one less for the little service snafus and some of the food. I'd highly recommend it.
(4)
Debra R.

I've dined here often and absolutely love the food. There were a few times that I didn't care for a dish , one, a cold lobster salad that had little flavor and a puzzling large disk of puffed rice which added nothing to the dish and the other, a very, very dry shad filet and shad roe. Every other time here has been stellar. from mussels to scallops and meats. Recently my dinner companion and I had the two specials of the evening, a salmon tartar with fresh tomatoes, and seared scallops with a risotto of pearl couscous. I've rarely had a meal this superb in Charm City and the fab Cheesecake for dessert only made it more special. Please note that although guests are asked to pay cash, credit cards are accepted for a fee. Because of it's success I suggest Corner do away with all the extra fees for corkage and glassware.
(5)
A. C.

(03/02/2013) Others have said, we experienced, long wait times even with a reservation. The place is riduculously tiny and jam packed with tables, felt like we were breathing on the people trying to eat their meal nearest the foyer. Noise level is deafening. To ease the tensions, the hostess did crack open our bottles and let us sip some of our BYOB while we waited. Eventually got a corner table at the banquette which suited us just fine, enough places to stash coats and bottles on the bench; surfaces would eventually be completely filled. Tried seven starters, one was a daily special (moist, salty, confit duck leg crisp seared with a tart herb crust over field greens with strong balsamic reduction). Beef tongue (tender, beefy) and heart (not chewy) themselves were both done well, but accoutrements left something to be desired (stale cornbread croutons, misplaced ratatouille, incongruous mayo-based dressing on frisee). Mussels in the gratinee were overdone, somewhat dried out and chewy. Ceviche was oddly flavored by the Sambuca-like Pisco, not enough acid (should've been the blood orange), and proteins not denatured ("cooked") quite enough, but nice mix of salmon, langoustines, bay scallops, oysters, cucumbers provided nice crisp foil. Best starter was the Rabbit Terrine (chunky, meaty, well-seasoned). Most impressive entree was the Duck Cassoulet, was a juicy seared duck sausage with duck leg and thigh confit then seared on tomato-y braised cannelini beans. Wild Boar Chops were seared and cooked to medium, easiest way to eat them was right off the bone with the hands, well complemented by the mushroom duxelle, rich bechamel, savory Bordelaise, and a few unpleasantly crunchy cubes of unidentifiable root vegetable (turnip? rutabaga?). Flatiron Steak (rosy medium-rare) and Black Truffle Potato Puree were your basic steak and potato fare. Desserts were excellent and devoured with gusto. Salted Caramel Ice Cream Napoleon was a tower of flaky puff pastry layers layered with indeed salty and burnt sugar flavored creamy ice cream. Bread Pudding of the day was moistened with custard, well-spiced, served with lightly sauteed apples and freshly whipped cream. Some ups and downs with food, overall enjoyable experience and intimate atmosphere. We are fond of the organ meats, and would go back to see what they do with more of those and their specialty game.
(4)
Amanda J.

Corner BYOB does it right! I just enjoyed a fabulous dinner, and I can't wait to return! It's a small venue, but since it was a Sunday night we were able to get a table without a reservation. The staff was very friendly and well versed on the menu. We started out with the octopus appetizer. It had a nice grilled flavored and maintained it's tenderness. For my entrÃ©e, I had the mussels prepared with goat cheese, bacon and leeks. It came with a large serving of their potato fries. It was a perfect combination. My date really enjoyed his stingray. Everything was well prepared and well seasoned. I was impressed with the size of the portions too. I left feeling quite satisfied. Overall, this place is a hidden gem. It has a creative menu that changes regularly. I for sure want to come back for their Monday 3-course menu.
(5)
Jordyn T.

I don't even know where to start with this review!! I lived in Hampden for two years and never visited BYOB which I seriously, SERIOUSLY regret! Every time I walked to wine source I would check out their menu, sometimes they had items that seemed to "weird" for me and other times the monday special looked amazing (changes every week!) either way their menu stood out to me for restaurant week so the bf and I swung into wine source, grabbed a bottle of spanish red (las rocas garnacha) - based on advice from one of their employees which was a great decision - and headed over to BYOB. Made a 7:45 reservation and got there a few minutes early but our table was ready. Seating is pretty tight, but to be expected of a Hampden spot. Since we previewed the menu we both already had our game plans, but our waitress Taylor gave great descriptions of some of highlights of the menu which had us questioning our choices! I ended up with the apple cheddar salad, crispy pork with black truffle polenta and kale,and peach cobbler for dessert and my boyfriend decided on the cross cut ribs, marinated steak and the parfait. We always compete with who ordered the best course and it was a close call each round. Finished every single bite of food and it was hard to not try to sneak bites of each other's plates. The wine complimented both of our meals and with after dinner coffee we both left speechless and satisfied. This was one of the best restaurant week decisions I've ever made. Will definitely be coming back to try one of their monday menus and the chef's tastings!
(5)
Tom T.

The food and service were the best we have experienced in some time. Our server was amazing, very knowledgeable, polite, and attentive. The food was so incredible that we went and thanked the chefs after our meal. You must be willing to step outside your comfort zone and try new things to truly enjoy the full experience. Corner BYOB is fantastic and worth the price of admission.
(5)
Jennifer S.

Well tried the Monday menu and the food was average, the annoying part is the flies!!! Just can't avoid staring at them...
(2)
Allison L.

Corner BYOB has a "fine dining" price tag, but the food, service and ambiance does not support it. Walking away from the meal, I felt that we overpaid by 10-20%. THE FOOD: While there were no missteps, the food did not amaze. It was all relatively tasty and prepared competently, but the price was expensive and the portions small. My husband ordered the smelt appetizer, kangaroo entree, and cheesecake. The smelt was good, though leaned more toward the taste of "fried" and less toward fish. The 'roo was cooked to perfection and served with a sweet potato puree that was whipped so fine that it felt like extremely delicious baby food. The cheesecake was good, but mostly crust. I ordered the cod entree and donuts. The panko crust on the cod was slightly too salty and there was a garnish of a single, unseasoned, roasted but cold, cherry tomato which was unappealing. The donuts were amazing with the perfect amount of sweetness, but $10 for three donut holes made me feel like I was taken. Actually the price tag of the entire meal felt that way. (Suffice it to say we went home and had a snack!) THE SERVICE: Certainly nothing egregious to say here. It just wasn't outstanding service that you would expect from an upscale establishment. For instance, when asked if I could have the mussels (which are under entrees), served in an appetizer portion, I was told no. With the hurried nature of the meal it was obvious that the food was fresh but pre-made, except for the proteins. For a nice dinner out, I wanted to take my time but I think we were in and out in just over an hour. THE AMBIANCE: This entire post is about justifying the "fine dining" price tag, and the ambiance is my biggest gripe. There were several flies buzzing about the dining room. The decor looked tired, the back cushion of our banquet was falling off the wall. The dining room is small and very loud when full. The tables are literally (like LITERALLY) touching each other. So when another couple sits next to you, you're literally (again LITERALLY) eating dinner with them. Lastly, there was a dog roaming through the dining room sniffing for scraps. I'm dog-obsessed, but still found it unacceptable for this "fine dining" establishment.
(2)
Kevin K.

Overall: It sells itself on the menu but comes up way short in person--drab dÃ©cor, terrible food prep, and the nearby wine shop closes way too early. __________________________________________ Ambience: (3/5) A short wait even at 10p on a Friday, bustling, dim-lit, very busy and boisterous. The restaurant is split in two by the door and host booth, the small bar on the left seats less than 10. __________________________________________ Service: (4/5) Prompt and pleasant, even willing to jibe. Our wait was as described. The best part of our experience. __________________________________________ Drinks: BYOB of course. There's a great wine store nearby to satisfy your needs. Unfortunately it closes at 10, so be prepared for a liquor-store stop down the street. Corkage fee was only $8. __________________________________________ Food: (2/5) Extensive and envelope-pushing on paper, but cooking was a huge falter. Bone Marrow - A train wreck. Cooked until most is gelatinous, dressed with clumps of parmesan masking the flavor, bitterness destroying delicacy. Foie Gras - off-putting it's so funky and earthy, sandy texture. Among the worse preparations of foie I've had. Cheese Plate - Nice variety, but ruined by the use of habanero as garnish.. so spicy that the cheese subtlety, even bleu, was dampened. Oysters - consistent and well shucked, but otherwise very little to distinguish. I'd prefer more salt and brine.
(2)
Jill A.

Went for restaurant week and while I was expecting it to be delicious, I didn't realize how awesome the menu would be. I am an adventurous eater. I love trying new things. Sometimes it doesn't pan out, but it's like a notch on my bedpost to be able to say I've tried something. Typically on a restaurant week menu you get safe, crowd-pleasing options. I absolutely LOVE that this isn't the case at Corner BYOB. In one sitting, I was able to have raw kangaroo tartar, foie gras and bone marrow -- and all of them were delicious. Literally everything I had was spectacular. If you're weird about trying odd foods, this seems like a great place to take the plunge. I heard there was an adventurous eaters club, which sounds totally up my alley, but I have no idea how to join.
(5)
Elad F.

Eaten here twice now and it's not bad but the food is overpriced for what you get. The atmosphere is nice and service is good. The dishes were all pretty good but I wouldn't say exceptional and the portions could be larger.
(3)
Sara M.

3 weeks ago, we had one of the best meals - the steak with eggplants frites was amazing and apps were phenomenal. Went back this weekend and it was an entirely new menu and all 8 of us didn't have a very good experience.
(2)
Jennifer B.

We were at The Other Corner BYOB, the bar connected. Good great. Cook totally friendly and informed. But the two girls working the bar were bitchy, uninformed, and totally snotty. We live in hampden and hang in the hood all the time but will def steer friends away from here because the service was so snotty. Get over yourselves!
(2)
Andrew M.

Muskrat steak, mmmmm! Just can't wait to tuck into kangaroo tartare topped with a raw quail egg. Oh baby, next some rabbit, beef tongue, or roe from "animal eggs". The nice wait and host staff weren't prepared with a skimmer for the greasy film on the boring thin Oxtail soup. Steel yourself with gallons of the neighboring Wine Source's libations, because you are going to hunt though the chef's penchant for specials of exotic meats, ahem roadkill, to find mediocre executions of normal protien on the menu. The upsold oysters were forgettably mild with a weak mignonette that was essentially red wine vinegar. Instead of serving the rockfish on the regular menu, chef throws in main courses of cheap mussels, bony monkfish, and ammonia skate wing for blatant cost cutting trash of the sea restaurant week offerings. Surprise, the promised prime rib that you ordered is replaced with a less than prime new york strip? Surprise, the promised salted caramel ice cream is replaced with grocery store vanilla shoved between tasteless cardboard phyllo for a yawn worthy napolean? Here's a surprise, never going back.
(2)
Michael K.

I've been a number of times now, both for the Monday prix fixe, which is a great deal, and other nights. The menu changes constantly so I won't get into specific dishes. However, I will say this is one of the most consistently good places in Baltimore. At other places I've had great meals and then on the next visit had mediocre meals. Corner BYOB never misses. Food is always delicious and service is spot on. It is right next to a wine shop so the BYOB aspect is no problem. Also, they now take credit cards (with a couple dollar fee) so the cash-only inconvenience is gone. One downside, is while I like the decor it is a small place so sometimes you are a bit cozy with your neighbors. Overall, I'd recommend. It's as good as you'd get at plenty of places in New York or San Francisco at a much lower price.
(4)
Andy T.

Came here for restaurant week yesterday. I was surprised to have gotten a reservation (for 2), and when we arrived, most tables were actually full. An hour in our dinner, the place was packed. Definitely get a reservation ahead of time. We brought a bottle of wine from the Wine Source, and the waitress cordially opened and pour for us. The food was great and fun. The beef tongue was fantastic; very meaty and tender, but not overwhelmingly fatty or rich. The duck "plate" was awesome; the duck sausage was especially flavorful. My friend had the mussels, which came in quite a large portion. It was good, but might have been a bit too much on the portioning. We also had a plate of oyster (not on the menu) as one of their optional 2nd's ($15). That was very fresh and satisfactory. The desserts were good as well, but I think my pears were a little bit too "subtle." My friend's Napoleon was better. I was a bit worried that the restaurant week menu would be disappointing, especially considering the normal price range of this place (I'm looking at you, The Prime Rib). That was not the case at all yesterday. Will definitely be coming back.
(5)
Charles O.

Always so good!!!! I have never had such a creative and sumptuous meal that had such depth of flavors. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation, come hungry, order items that you would never think of eating in your life AND enjoy. I have read many of the reviews for this restaurant and wonder if any of the people who complained of the small size and wait in the restaurant ever noticed that every square inch of space is taking advantage of in a cozy and comfortable way. I did have the advantage of being able to walk into the kitchen and how Chef Bernard and his staff work is like a well oiled machine in super tight quarters. Patrons....this is NOT a huge mega restaurant with tons of space and some state of the art kitchen ......you and I come for the delight of impeccable food bursting with flavors and served by a staff that is passionate about food. Kudos to Baltimore for having such a treasure! We sure could use a restaurant in Washington DC that was not anything but a foodies retreat without all the bougie hype! Thanks for making the world taste better and save me a seat!
(5)
Jennifer J.

Was finally able to have dinner here with my hubby. They have a strict "behaved kids" only policy and unfortunately my 2yo and 6mo daughters don't fit that description. I had the hanger steak which was just delicious. Hubby the curry mussels which were completely consumed. Their charcuterie is also yummy. On par with New York City restaurants. Can't wait for restaurant week...hoping to find a babysitter so we can make dinner!
(5)
John S.

At the moment, our favorite restaurant in Baltimore. And with each visit, it gets better. The last was New Year's eve, second seating, and Chef Bernard & staff outdid themselves. A six course prix fixe, and each course was truly special. Monday's are the same but you're looking at three courses for $25. And that's a steal. Cuisine is innovative takes on classic french, with an emphasis on high quality and unusual ingredients (kangaroo tartare!) Fantastic deserts, great selections for traditional cheese plate. Wait staff is very proficient, knowledgeable, friendly. Seating is limited, maybe 40, so the dining is intimate, but not noisy. You're likely to make new friends while there. Best of all, though, is the BYOB. Bring your own wine and liquor, pay a ridiculously low corkage/glassware charge (average around $5). If you like to bring really good wine out to pair with excellent food, this is the place. Or you can just stop at the wine shop next door, which has a superb selection.
(5)
Michelle H.

How does a place that is so new get off with being so pretentious? Serving decent food only makes up for so much injustice. Ok, so I shouldn't be so dramatic about it but it wasn't a flawless experience. I enjoyed the atmosphere - the decor is inviting, the jazz/blues in the background was relaxing and I appreciate the overall presentation. Our brunch was for the most part tasty. We both constructed our own omelettes, for which they offered nice ingredients. However, I typically don't like burnt, crunchy eggs - call me picky. But the hash browns, good Lord, were those fantastic. The chunks of slab bacon, the crusty potatoes, the perfect blend (and amount) of seasoning. Those in and of itself would have made a perfect dish. The plate was rounded off with a handful of mixed greens, which just seemed like a throwaway item to me - something to fill up the plate and maybe provide some roughage. Where the experience goes down hill is the service and the price. Granted, there seemed to be one waiter present but at its busiest, the seats were half full. When there were 3 tables, ourselves included, we still couldn't flag him down to get a refill on coffee. At the very end of our meal, while we were in no rush per se, I still think it's odd to leave people hanging for over 30 mins without seeing if they needed refills, their check, more food, something, anything! As for the price, I don't think it's unreasonable - but borderline so if you're asking for cash only. Imagine if we were also taking advantage of their byob policies - I get the corkage fee, but why charge per person partaking on top of that? Then, the additional charge for a take out container. Really people - it's the same plastic ones that you get at any Chinese restaurant. Are you really telling me you didn't make enough profit from my $12 3-egg omelette with spinach, half a dozen mushrooms and maybe three slices of brie cheese? Or my $3 cup of Zeke's coffee, where I maybe used a splash of cream and 2 packets of Splenda and got one refill out of you? If it weren't for those hash browns, I don't think I'd ever come here again. Just sayin'.
(3)
Erica C.

This is a dessert review. We walked in around 10:30 on a Saturday night. The place wasn't crowded, just two other tables of folks. The hostess was quick to seat us and inform us that it was a cash only place. The cash only thing is quite odd given the menu and kind of establishment that it is. The hostess also stated that if we did want to use a card, there is a convenience charge. Convenience charge? WTH? okay.....it is just a dollar or so...but why? The drinks were interesting. They have bubble tea, which is okay and kind of mediocre. There weren't many bubbles and it tasted more like a glass of milk than bubble tea. They make a fine cappuccino, but the glass for it was weird. They used a glass that one would use for a strawberry daiquiri, which made it hard to hold because of the heat of the drink. Onward to the desserts. We ordered profiteroles, a cream puff stuffed with hazelnut ice cream and covered in chocolate sauce. Yum! They also make their own whipped cream, which I think could use a little sweetening. We also had an apple-rhubarb crisp which was warm and delicious. It came with ice cream and whipped cream. The desserts were enjoyable. I'd like to give this place a try for dinner, especially when they have strange meats on the menu. There was an ad on a sign at the place for strange meats (yak, elk, etc). Sounds like fun to me. The BYOB concept is nice and would be fun to partake in. I can see this being a nice date spot.
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Jim H.

This place still has it all going on. Now they have a cool bar. Could u love a place more
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Jean S.

Went for Monday $25 prix fixe night and was vastly underwhelmed. Service was very slow and disorganized. While many of the menu items were eclectic and unique, I was not blown away by the food. A lot of the more popular items were no longer available by the time we arrived. Not bad for the price but not compelling enough to return
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Jen M.

We had a wonderful experience here on a Friday early evening during restaurant week. When I first moved to Baltimore, this spot was a run down greasy spoon that has since been transformed into a foodie dreamland as Corner BYOB. The dishes are creative and feature a wide variety of deliciously divergent delicacies. You'll have the opportunity to enjoy duck (perfectly cooked), escargot (not too salty), foie gras (oh my goodness it was wonderful. If you're into this dish you will not be disappointed. If it's not your thing there are more than enough alternatives) , scallops (melted like butter), and lamb (well seasoned and delicious). The dishes reflect a knowledge of a variety of meats and traditional styles, but offers tremendous variety of flavors and combinations. The servers are knowledgeable and very pleasant. The atmosphere is relaxed and most people are having a good time, so the vibe lends itself to an enjoyable gastronomic experience. A fun spot to go if you're feeling adventurous, or if you're looking to indulge your inner foodie demon. (I like to think mine sort of sounds like Joe Pesci). This is a BYOB - so plan ahead. Check out the menu online if you're a stickler for pairings, otherwise we usually bring a nice balanced red, but go with what you know. The Wine Source is right next door if you need to grab a backup bottle. Just remember to NOT park in the Bank of America parking lot across the street (there will be towing and the general unpleasantness that accompanies.)
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Cyndi K.

We went here for the beginning of restaurant week friday night. I highly recommend the RW menu. The shrimp cocktail was excellent with its massive shrimp heads, the antelope tartare course add on was to die for and the crab risotto was excellent along with dessert. My husband's entree (the red snapper) was undercooked so they took it back half eaten and cooked it again which I thought was the tackiest thing ever. When it was returned cooked, it was quite tasty but still... how do you put something someone ate back in the pan and then serve it to them again at this caliber restaurant. The waitperson apologized for not checking in with us at the beginning of the course but really it was undercooked toward the center so it wouldnt have mattered; the wait staff then tiptoed around us for the rest of the evening. They did give us 10% off the bill but the whole thing figuratively left a bad taste in my mouth. I LOVE the food at this restaurant. It was one of the best meals I've ever had in my life. It's just too bad this situation was handled in such a tacky way...if the review about the chef berating the staff is to be believed, then I feel bad for them considering what happened to us. Maybe next time we go to the Dogwood instead.
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Yana D.

Came here for restaurant week with 5 friends. The place is teeny but they accomodated us nonetheless, and comfortably too. The place has a relaxed vibe while still maintaining its upscale persona. I'm not the world's most adventurous eater, but I braved the oxtail soup cooked in Ozzy Ale (I probably wouldn't have tried it if it hadn't been for Ozzy). I half expected a tail curled in a bowl, but was pleasantly surprised with tender meat and flavorful broth. For my main course I had the Monkfish Ossobucco, which was really monkfish in a creamy sauce with peas - I almost didn't get any after my companions decided it was the best dish and "sampled" it to within an inch of its life. I think dessert was chocolate mousse and I'm 99% sure it was delicious, but this place is BYOB and.... well anyway. Really nice experience - kind of a romantic spot, plus Wine Source is right there so it's not hard to BYO. Caution: Corner is cash only and there is an uncorking fee plus a fee per person drinking.
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Vida L.

We've wanted to try BYOB for a while. We finally ended up getting a reso and it turned out to be restaurant week... our lucky night! The food was incredible and the service was outstanding. My husband had the bone marrow, which he was wary of at first. It was one of the best dishes I've ever tried. I had the headcheese and rabbit pate which was just as tasty. We added an additional appy of antelope tar tar, also mouth watering. I had the lamb shank as my main course which was cooked to perfection but I think it could have used a sauce of some kind. My husband had the scallops and lobster tail, unbelievable. The restaurant is small and the tables are close together so if you want a private intimate dinner than this might not be the place for you. However, we ended up having a nice evening talking with the couple next to us. We will definitely go back!
(5)
Kaitlyn G.

I really wanted to love this restaurant, but it was simply boring. The food was under seasoned, and none of it was hot. The restaurant itself lacks atmosphere, but that wasn't really a huge problem. The waitstaff was nice and friendly, although our waitress was a little jumpy. For the cost, I would much rather go to The Food Market down the street.
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Rosie H.

Went here with my husband to celebrate my birthday (1st of many 29ths). I would highly recommend Corner BYOB for a special occasion. What we ate: We shared an appetizer of kangaroo tartare (because the opportunity to eat kangaroo tartare doesn't come around very often, so might as well take advantage). Topped with a raw quail's egg and served with squid ink toast, this was definitely one of the top 5 most unique dishes I have ever eaten. More important, it was delicious; really well balanced. For the main course, I wanted the Dover sole special but at $44 just couldn't justify it. I settled on the Lobster Dish which was really tasty. An earthy take on lobster with wild mushrooms. While described as a "gratin," don't confuse it with a dish like crab au gratin which is pieces of seafood swimming in cream sauce. This dish was all chunks of lobster with just a light creamy sauce. Served over a wonderful polenta. My husband had the lamb loin over roasted garlic basil sauce. While the dish seemed a bit bland to me, he raved about it and said it was the most perfectly cooked piece of meat he'd ever had. We shared the chocolate goat cheese truffles for dessert. I will take this opportunity to say that if you are not a foodie, you will probably be turned off by the lengthy explanations of the dishes, both when you are ordering and when they are presented to you. When the truffles were served to us, we were told what each one included and the recommended order in which to eat them. Again, if you're not into this kind of thing, you might be thinking "give me a break!" But this was right up our alley. Amazing truffles. Corner BYOB is a must for any adventurous foodie. Exotic meats aside, the food is just damn good. And who doesn't love a BYOB?
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Stephanie S.

Here it is 3 days since my meal last Saturday night and I'm still remembering how tasty everything was at Corner BYOB. Truthfully I'd give the restaurant a 4.75 review and not a 5... I had the octopus appetizer and duck breast entree and although it was delicious I felt like both needed a little extra something to make it truly 5 stars... but it was so damn good ... Corner BYOB is EXPENSIVE, so next time I go back will be on pre-fixe Mondays or restaurant week.
(5)
Vanessa O.

I had a fabulous meal at the Corner BYOB last night--it was Monday--when they offer the $25 fixed price three course meal. We brought out own Vodka and the staff mixed our drinks (they provided the mixers) at our table--Cosmopolitans. Very well made-not too sweet-perfecto! The Salmon plate was delicious as was the Butternut Squash Ravioli topped with Lump Crab meat. The pear tart completed my very enjoyable, delectable and obviously "food made with love" meal. I will definitely return! Spectacular service!!!! Thank you Corner BYOB!
(5)
Melanie L.

We ate there last night. We had an AMAZING meal of wild boar chops, octopus salad, and braised beef. The coffee is Zeke's (nuff said) which is a perfect compliment to our to-die-for orange bread pudding and chocolate molten cake. Really? This place has the best food and you won't find it anywhere else. Eat here!
(5)
Josh A.

One of my top restaurant experiences in the city. The food is simply amazing, and where else can you join an Exotic Meat Club? The menu choices are interesting and eclectic, everything from kangaroo and rabbit ears to chicken and duck, so don't think it's just for adventurous eaters. It is, however, a paradise for foodies. The chef, whether focusing on exotic fare or not, really focuses on flavor development, often throwing together things that, at least on paper, don't sound as if they should work, but really dazzle on the plate. An appetizer of scallops paired with juice balls (small, culinary-chemistry capsules of cider)? Amazingly delicious. It's not just a cool trick, it really adds to the overall experience. The pork cheek was so tender it practically melted in my mouth and exploded with deep flavor. I went with a group of friends and we all got something different. Every dish was just as impressive: beautifully presented, but equally delectable. It's food porn, but the flavors more than live up to the visual. I had the duck breast and it was succulent and tender, accented by two delicious sauces. And this is one place you don't want to skip dessert. The ice cream sandwich with grand marnier caramel is one of the best desserts I've ever tasted, and it's just as beautiful as it is tasty. I can't write a review without mentioning the amazing quality of the service. We had at least four different people waiting on us, but it was seamlessly flawless. My only small quibble is that, as the name suggests, the restaurant is BYOB, but I thought the corkage fees were ridiculously high. I'll stick to water next time....and trust me, there will be a next time.
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Marc S.

I really enjoyed this place. Went with a few friends, brought a couple bottles of wine. The bone marrow appetizer is a must. I got the duck for my entree which was incredible. Our waiter was very educated about the menu, and was so eccentric about the food to the point that it was humorous (but that's not a bad thing). There's only a handful of tables so you definitely need a reservation. But the intimate atmosphere is nice. The waiter was very attentive - stopping by our table frequently. After the meal, he told us to go into the kitchen and compliment the chefs, which we did! Very friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
(5)
edye a.

The Corner is the best independent restaurant in Baltimore since Salt opened 4 years ago. Stop complaining about the idiosyncrasies that make the Corner unique! The food and service are terrific, the ambience is lovely, and I can't wait to return again soon, with my bottle of wine and cash in hand. Have enjoyed so many different dishes including their variations of bouillabaisse (both summer and winter styles), mussels, beef marrow, kangaroo, steak, salmon. Each dish is wonderfully unique! Thank you chefs!
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Lynn D.

I think I had the best fish dinner I ever ate at corner byob. Interesting combos and everything was cooked to perfection. Don't forget to bring your own adult beverages! The wine source is around the corner. Also don't forget to bring cash !
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Malcolm G.

Went again to Corner BYOB, this time with a different friend who had never been but was very interested. We brought Quelque Chose from the nearby Wine Source and we were possessed of plenty of cash. Calling on the same day (around 2:00 p.m. for a reservation for 8:00 p.m. on a Friday) I was able to secure a reservation for a bar table for two. It is at this time that I want to leave some minor feedback for the owner: The bar tables are pleasant but too dark to see your food very well. We had phones with lights but turning up the light might be a good idea since part of your allure is that your food is so attractive to all senses. The tea lights aren't cutting it and having to pull out my phone's bright screen to have a look at my food sort of ruins the mood. Anyhow, we were seated with the usual grace and panache, given menus and a 10 minute rundown on the specials of the day. The server was beyond simply knowledgeable about the specials but knew the provenance of most of the ingredients and was equipped to have a discussion about the particular cut of beef involved in one of the descriptions. It was pretty impressive! I'm a food geek so I loved it but my dining partner was not entirely thrilled with how long the description was. Anyhow, we were given sufficient time to mull our choices, served our BYOB beverage in the right glasses and left to chat. In the right amount of time we were asked for our orders: We shared the split, roasted and herbed veal legbone (marrow). (Another very mild piece of feedback: the herbing was just slightly too thick or too salty for our tastes, but the marrow was excellent anyhow.) My date ordered the special cut of steak (bavette/skirt/internal skirt steak). I ordered a kilopot of mussels (the Dragon - cream and herb steam). For dessert: I ordered a pot of chocolate (which was a dense deep chocolate pudding in a large ramekin) My date ordered the chocolate-raspberry ravioli (filling was a chocolate raspberry cream, the ravioli were chocolate, everything served with a spoonful of whipped cream and a spoonful of the filling) Everything was great, and we had a great time.
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Allison C.

For a place with such expensive meals it seems like they would employ more well mannered servers.
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Smith S.

We slipped in without a reservation on a Friday night and had a great experience. First, our server (I believe her name was Taylor) was outstanding. She was very friendly (as was all the staff), knowledgeable, efficient, accommodating and not intrusive. Perfect in every way. We had two appetizers and entrÃ©e and a salad. Everything was terrific. A shrimp and linguine dish came with a good portion of good size shrimp, perfectly cooked. The chilled corn chowder was different, and lovely. We would never be as adventurous as the menu but look forward go going back soon.
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Dina B.

I loved my experience (second time) at the Corner BYOB. We arrived a few minutes before our reservation and had an enjoyable time speaking with the very knowledgeable and friendly bartender. I can't say enough nice things about the bartender that evening. The positive experience continued when we sat at our table. The enthusiasm of the waiter as he described the specials was contagious. He truly knows food and loves the food at the Corner. He also was able to steer us in the right direction when we were unsure of what to order. We had salads (the Frisee salad with a bacon vinaigrette -- exceptional), the House salad (with a lovely light dressing), and a scallop appetizer. For dinner, we had the steak in peppercorn sauce, the duck (their signature dish), and the monk fish (a special that night). My husband, who eats NO brussel sprouts, licked his plate clean. I couldn't get enough of the hash that was served with the duck. The monk fish also had a side dish that was outstanding. I can't recall the last time I ate every bite of an entree. I wanted the dish again as soon as I left. The desserts are exceptional and made in house. Of the ones we had, I loved the chocolate ravioli the least, but it was still very good. The place is quirky - loud, cash only, corkage fees, and the bread costs extra. But, I believe the food is top notch and I want to go back very often.
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Elizabeth B.

Honestly I'm shocked there are reviews below 4 on here. This place is amazing. I had dinner there last night and it was truly an experience. Even if you aren't someone who enjoys trying Muskrat, Kangaroo, or Rattlesnake, there are options on the menu are divine without the quirkiness (for example - Ravioli, maybe the best I've ever had...my boyfriend is Italian and Ravioli snob and even he thought it was incredible). Although I could only take a few bites of the rabbit ears and Muskrat for squeamish reasons, I have to say they were actually flavorful! The chef did an incredible job finding the perfect accouterments for the unique dishes. I was really impressed with the depth and variety of flavors. The food aside - how can you not like the people here??? Our waiter clearly loved his job, the chef, the owner, the business concept, the food - everything. He was upbeat, helpful, knowledgeable, and kinda made the night to be honest. All the other servers were similarly pleasant. They seem like one big happy family! As we were leaving the owner thanked us for coming in, which I thought was really quite sweet. I can't wait to go back and try the duck :)
(5)
John P.

What a great night! Great food and wonderful service! Can't wait to go back!
(5)
R I.

Delicious, interesting food, menu is always new, great little place!
(4)
Robin H.

When we first sat down, we were told about the strange and inconvenient policy: Cash only for brunch. For dinner you can pay with credit, but there is a fee. First of all, this is not a legal practice. Second of all, it gave our table far too much to think about as our intro to the restaurant. Third, the server was very apologetic, so it was clear she'd had a hard time delivering the news to other customers. Loved the food! The food was excellent. At the end of the meal, my friend asked to take her food home. We were then informed of a packaging fee. The server was again apologetic. She said that the chef is very confident about his "appropriate" portions. What? Isn't hunger subjective? Advice to Corner BYOB: Charge $1 more for all of your entrees. Your guests won't know the difference. I felt nickeled and dimed and our table of four had way too much material to joke about during our meal.
(1)
Andrew L.

Great service and cool atmosphere, but the food leaves something to be desired. They made my medium rare steak close to well done. With such a small menu, you would think they would be on top of everything. Overall the food was okay, just not acceptable at the price they're charging.
(3)
Monica H.

This morning I ate a delicious brunch at Corner in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore. Overall, it was a good experience. The waitress was friendly and attentive, our water glasses were always full, we were seated promptly (though that should be expected when you have a reservation and the restaurant is literally empty), and the food was FANTASTIC. The portions were large, and the coffee refills kept coming. Parking is easy to find. Seating was even easier to find -- we made a reservation and ended up not needing one because we were literally the only customers in the restaurant for the first 20 minutes. But it wasn't all good... They're cash-only, which is surprising considering the high cost of their dishes. It might make sense if I were at Waffle House and my meal cost me $4 total, but when I'm spending $15 on my main entree for brunch, I expect to be able to charge that to my Visa. It's also a rude surprise. Sure, they tell you it's cash-only when you're being seated, but at that point you're already locked in! You've made your plans, you're at the restaurant, and your stomach is grumbling. The only way an average person might walk out at that point would be if they actually didn't have enough cash in their wallet to pay, which is actually a real possibility. They're also BYOB, which isn't all bad because The Wine Source is right around the corner, but their corking fees are pretty high. $3 for a bottle over 14 oz, and $1 for a bottle under 14 oz, plus an additional $1 fee per person drinking. Given that fee, I would only indulge in wine there if it were $3 Chuck from Trader Joe's. I understand that liquor licenses are hard to come by in Balto, but you don't have to rob your customers blind just because they want a morning mimosa. Bizarrely enough, and this bothered me most of all, they also charge you for a to-go container. Why? Not because of environmental considerations, but because their chef thinks that the portions are too perfect for anyone not to be able to finish them. Sure, it's only $1, but it's also a ridiculous dollar to spend on something that most restaurants happily provide free of charge. To-go containers are a great way to brand your restaurant (especially a place called "Corner," which folds its menus so the "corner" faces you when you sit, and which could easily use Chinese take-out boxes to drive the "corner" motif home), and they're a negligible cost for even a new restaurant. And why should I be penalized for not having a monster appetite? I'm not a teenage boy, I'm not obese, and I don't have an awesomely high metabolism. Instead, I enjoy eating multiple small meals over the course of the day, even when one of those meals is an expensive brunch. I don't think it's abnormal or rude to ask to take my leftovers home, and I don't think I should have to carry my own to-go containers with me when I pay so much for my meal. For four people, our total bill was $70 -- each of us got a meal and a coffee -- so the prices are a little steep. That being said, I'd be willing to pay that amount if the experience warranted the cost. But given the super high uncorking fee and even higher dinner prices, and considering their cash-only policy, I doubt I'd ever be able to afford this place for dinner. I might come back for brunch, but probably only if they have a Groupon or Living Social deal, and even that might not be enough to motivate me unless they fix their credit card policy and provide me free to-go containers so I don't have to feel ostracized for not being able to finish my massive omelette AND salad greens AND hash browns. But oh man, were those hash browns good. If you're going, definitely get them. They seem to be cooked in bacon, so if you don't keep kosher or follow the prophet Muhammad, get yourself some hash browns. You will eat them all. If you don't, please tell me. I'll finish them for you. Bottom line: They need to stop nickel and dime-ing their customers if they want to stay afloat in this market. Hampden's hipsters will have no time for their intricate menu of charges for normal restaurant courtesies, and their high prices will scare away anyone who doesn't carry wads of cash on hand. Small touches go a long way in the restaurant business, and fantastic food alone won't attract the muddled masses to your doors. But hey, if you're a wealthy cash-carrying foodie who wants a delicious meal, it's a worthwhile stop while you're in Baltimore. Frankly, I'm a little shocked that they have such high reviews on UrbanSpoon given their ridiculous policies, but it's gotta be because their awesome meals redeem them in the eyes of otherwise flabbergasted to-go container and wine-loving patrons.
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Katherine S.

Went last night for dinner after picking up a bottle of wine at the Wine Source next door. They cork for $3 + $1/person. $5 seems a bit steep (though I don't really visit than many BYOB places so I don't know for sure), but I guess it's still cheaper than the markup would be if they were not BYOB. They did provide us with glasses and make sure they kept them filled. The food was excellent. I started with the potato leek soup -- very rich and delicious. Bf had the frog legs, which I wasn't a huge fan of but he enjoyed them. Then I had steak frites, which was served with a great bernaise sauce. Steak cooked nicely, fries were a bit unevenly cooked but still pretty tasty. Bf had the veal special, which was really amazing. Seared on one side, then turned over and smothered in mushrooms and cheese and finished in the oven. A deliciously rich sauce at the end (maybe just the juices from the veal baking in the oven, and not a sauce at all...not sure). Really great dish. Even more amazing was the fact that the guys next to us had the veal and the beef stew and said that the beef stew was even better than the veal....I'll have to try that next time! Just as a warning, it's on the pricey side for Hampden (entrees in the $20-$30 range, apps around $8-10), and there aren't middle-of-the-road price options. Portions are enormous, so you could share if you wanted to keep it less expensive and save your waistline some inches. But for a nice full meal out, it's really worthwhile and of good value.
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Wade P.

The differentiator for this place is the exotic meats on special. They offered kangaroo but we didn't try it. I did ask if it was local Maryland raised kangaroo. Unfortunately it was not, don't think there are kangaroo ranches in Maryland yet! ;) We had the bone marrow, yum, a nice salad, the scallops over risotto and the seafood pot (had a different name but that's what it is). Everything was very well prepared and tasty. Good for date night on a Friday but glad we got there early as it got louder as the tables filled up. If I go back I am definitely requesting a table that doesn't involve the bench. We were in the conversation of the people next to us. I will be back for python in the future.
(4)
Andrew T.

Thoroughly enjoyed dinner... Salad was tasty and "different" - more than the usual greens - and my rib eye was cooked to perfection, just the right amount of fat ...supple taste blended with the veggies. My partner had the scallops. Hot tender, on a bed of risotto in a flavor I couldn't recognize, so different yet intriguing. They were tender and hot (so often over done). Desserts were bread pudding - dense and rich, but not too much, while I had salty caramel ice cream Napoleon ... Just the right size, with real whipped cream. Service was great, timing was fast for a busy night without being rushed. Plates were HOT, silver and glass ware polished - as they should be in ANY restaurant - so small attention to detail made for a top notch, yet homey, leisurely, meal. I think it's not as good as The Food Market but it definitely is worth re-visiting soon.
(5)
Katelin E.

The Corner BYOB served my husband and me the most unexpectedly delicious meal we've both had in as long as we can remember. I'll begin with the service, which for me makes or breaks even the best food in town. Our server's description of the specials was mouth-watering poetry, but more than the flowery words there was evident knowledge of the ingredients, preparation, and a persuasion to try something out of most people's comfort zone. Attention to the details continued throughout our meal and the two servers in the dining room worked together symbiotically to provide timely and thoughtful service to every table. Moving on to the food, we were delighted by the unusual offerings and indulged ourselves. Our first course included a decadent serving of veal bone marrow and a plate of tender pork cheeks served on top of a perfectly seasoned risotto with a side of green apple mustard that packed amazing flavor into each bite. For the entree, my husband had the kangaroo tenderloin special which was lean, tender, and full of flavor without any of the gaminess one might expect. It was served with an usually flavorful Belgian root vegetable which our server told us the name of, but I can't remember. There were also delicious crispy potato croquettes that my husband wished I would stop picking off his plate. I chose a special as well which was a shark dish described as a meatier version of flounder. The meat itself was outstanding - seasoned with a very light but peppery batter and cooked to flaky perfection in what I assumed to be the oil of the pork nibs it was served in. Despite our indulgent meal already, we were so impressed that we had to try dessert and went with the pot du chocolat. It was a rich and dark chocolate that was as buttery as it was bitter, leaving both of us scrapping at every last bit in the dish. We came prepared with a very nice bottle of wine, one that we would not have been able to afford off of a typical restaurant wine list because it would have cost us at least twice as much. I thought that $5 corkage fee for the two of us was more than reasonable. And while it's not my nature to pay my bills in cash these days, I was prepared to do so this time. I can see how it is tempting to focus on this restaurant's unusual approach to what appears to be nickel and diming. In reality, this restaurant is providing each customer with it's own choice. Wouldn't you rather bring a nicer bottle of wine and not pay the traditional restaurant fees of 100%+ markup? Wouldn't you rather have the option to pay cash instead of the traditionally marked up prices required to cover these costs to restaurants? Wouldn't you rather a meal that is so appropriately portioned and so exquisitely delicious that you want to lick your plate after your last bite, instead of needing a to-go container? I know I would, and that's why I can't wait to go back to the Corner for another great meal.
(5)
S T.

Let me start off by saying the food and service here is great. The food is tasty, a bit pricey but very tasty, and we've never had a bad experience with the food. Last time we came we had the bone marrow, and the cow (bull?) penis soup. My wife almost died eating the duck. A few nights ago we stopped by and had the saffron risotto, you could taste the lobster broth in each and every bite. The reason they get 3 instead of 4 stars is in the way we felt nickeled and dimed. It's great that it's BYOB and I don't even mind the corking fees what gets me is the $2 charge to use a credit card. I believe that it is against every merchant agreement to charge to use their cards, you can offer a cash discount (like gas stations do) but you can't charge someone because they want to use their card. Then they charge you if you want a to go box. You've already paid for the entree now you have to pay if you don't finish it and want to take it home? Bottom line, this place is worth going to for sure, just be aware of how they charge their customers. We'll be back but we'll be sure to bring cash and finish our plates.
(3)
Emma V.

My husband, a black man who lives in DC went there with friends on sat night. He loved the food, loved the chef , one part he thought needs to be fixed: the greeting person. When he arrived, his friend who had the reservation was not there yet. So he waited inside. At one point, he asked to use the bathroom, lady said: "no bathroom is for customers only" , . He said:" I am going to eat here", "really what 's the name?" She replied.. My husband went on to give the name of the friend who knows the place and employees very well.:"i don't know , i don't have it", she said.. He had to leave, go to the pizza place up the street to pee and wait for his friend until he arrived and could come back to the restaurant and be seated. Is that kind of behavior from the hostess appropriate? Later on naturally the hostess was trying to be super nice, to make up for it when she realized and kept on saying how the friend was a good friend of theirs. Other than that incident, food was great.
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Jim H.

Just had my second experience at this very quirky, yet wonderful restaurant. Although the menu is laced with such off-the-wall foods like kangaroo, python, etc., the menu does offer a variety of eclectic plates that move me. The onion soup was traditionally prepared, beefy with tons of cheese. The Saffron Risotto was perfectly cooked, rich and creamy with a generous portion of lobster and shrimp. Others in our group had soft shells which were simply prepared and delicious. Some others had the duck, which I was told was delicious and served on a thin chocolate crepe. The quality of service is outstanding with an extremely knowledgeable wait staff. Thank you, Corner BYOB for two great meals. We'll be back!
(5)
Chelsea S.

This restaurant was absolutely horrible. Greeted at the front with the "cash only policy" is really not acceptable at a restaurant this price range. We ordered the trout which was way overcooked and the special which was a piece of fish with a blue caviar goat cheese barely there sauce. The fish was completely tasteless and potato croquettes tasted like it came from McDonalds. The waitresses, although friendly, commented on everyone's steak order (around us) and convinced them forcefully to order it "medium rare" rather than medium. Many of the dinner options on the menu were not available. We were the only customers under 50. My fish special dinner was a shocking $28. I was so insulted by this experience.
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Kimberly D.

Amazing food, best in Baltimore, service and atmosphere make for a special evening out. A lovely new addition to the Baltimore dining scene. It is unusual, in that it is BYOB and right next to an excellent wine market so you can choose your wine as you like it. People have complained about the extra charge, but come on people, an extra $5 for your own wine, you save so much! You can buy a $10.00 bottle - much less than most places. Plus you can bring your own vodka or gin - they provide the mixes. On to the food, we shared the scallop appetizer in which two huge scallops rested on a bed of potatoes and pancetta in a caviar sauce - heavenly!! For mains, I had boullabaisse which was the best I have ever tasted and a huge portion with salmon, monkfish, two types of shrimp, scallops and mussels with potatoes. My husband had the trout which was incedibly flavorful in a caper sauce. The service was caring, attentive, they changed the silverware between courses, this is a classy place. It is not traditional, the dining room is a bit tight but people made friends with their neighbors. It is that kind of place, a neighborhood bistro. The view onto the "avenue" offers amusement if not a contrast between the succulant fancy food. It is really the food that stands out. Maybe they should reconsider the credit card fee policy.
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Bhairavi J.

Good service (at the beginning, more on that later), ambiance and food! I had the ostrich (was the special for the night). The BYOB is awesome. We started with an appetizer - oysters with salmon roe on top. Other great appetizers include: The Bone Marrow and Beet Salad. Potato croquettes are YUM! The only reason they did not receive a 5 star from me was because they declined to serve us dessert because we were apparently there for two hours and they had another reservation waiting for the table. I mean c'mon! That was just ridiculous. Although as a result, we had a very nice coffee and dessert at Daniela's just a little way over...
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Jessica C.

Mussels and fries? "Happy days," I thought to myself, "I'm in Belgium again!" Yeah... no. The mussels were TERRIBLE! I have had some beautiful green curry mussels in my time, and these were sad and tasteless. When they came out 3/4 were not even open and we had to send them back. Didn't they check? We weren't sure if they were undercooked or bad. The cheese plate was delicious, but it's pretty hard to mess that up. We also had the tomato and fig salad. That was great. But again, pretty easy. Actually, mussels are pretty easy. Why were they so bad? I will not be chomping down the bit to return.
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John C.

A bit upscale for Hampden. Good food, limited menu. Let's hope they make it work.
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Melissa B.

I didn't have much trouble getting a reservation. I called on Monday and got a reservation for Thursday at a reasonable time (6:15) but they had later reservations available. It is helpful to know that it is cash only, and BYOB with a corkage fee. I consider it a positive that this upscale restaurant is in (not-so-upscale) Hampden. The menu changes regularly and offers exotic dishes that are hard to find in Baltimore. Examples of things on the menu when I dined included: Appetizers - roasted bone marrow, duck and shrimp salad Entrees - Beef stew infused with Resurrection beer, roasted duck, grilled salmon. The chef also makes daily specials, which included scallops as well as kangaroo. The servers were friendly and welcoming. It was obvious they were passionate about the food they serve and very knowledgeable. "Elegant" comes to mind when I think about the low-light atmosphere and food presentation. Overall, a classy restaurant at a great price!
(5)
She-Ra P.

Ohmigosh. So darling. And they are doing something soooo right in the kitchn! Has that cool cat, rat-pack, neighborhood-joint-with-sophistication feel, and I love the BYOB mock-tail menu that recommends what spirit you should add. Thoughtful. My fish special was PERFECTLY prepared - flakey and moist. YUM! The mushroom risotto was packed with tons of hard-to-find varieties, and the sauce to tie it all together punched a terrific seafood flavor while being in perfect balance with everything else on the plate. Dig it big time. Can't wait to go back.
(4)
W F.

Went there last night with a dozen or so friends. The food was over-the-top great, the staff was aMAZIng, and ... That's all. Can't wait to go back!
(5)
D S.

Shrimp cocktail was pretty great (minus the whole removing the heads thing, which I'm not a fan of). Amazing risotto. Delicious cheesecake. The decor is plain and I would have enjoyed a slightly cleaner restroom, but the food was really great -- no complaints there. They charge for bread, which annoys me a little, but it is delicious so it was worth the $3. Bring cash or they'll charge you $2 to run your card.
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A W.

The feeling you have when walking out of a restaurant is, of course, the most important factor in the decision to return. Dining at Corner BYOB leaves you with a slightly bitter taste in your mouth -- not from the food, mind you, but from the fees. The food at this establishment is quite delicious. Although I've only dined here for brunch, so I have yet to sample any of the dinner fare (and thus am unable to comment on whether the somewhat pricey food is worth its cost), I was not disappointed with my service or my meal. The ambiance is quite nice as well, although the space of the restaurant is fairly small so it is no wonder why they don't take reservations for parties smaller than six, and why they want to charge a deposit fee if you don't show up (although they eventually decided not to actually take our credit card number in advance). I might even be wiling to, say, pay $15 for beef stew, or even swallow their somewhat ridiculous uncorking fee ($3 plus $1 per person, so larger parties are at a double disadvantage if everyone drinks)... if only I knew that I didn't have to shell out an extra dollar for a take-out box, or $3 for credit card fees. Now granted, the restaurant has learned to be upfront with all of this. As soon as you are seated, it is explained that the prices on the menu are in cash, that if you are planning to pay by credit card it will cost you. But why couldn't these minor expenses be worked into the cost of the meal so that you aren't left feeling like you have to pay for things that, at any other restaurant, are included. It is extremely unfortunate that such a restaurant, still in the process of establishing itself, is ruining its reputation. Just like the airline companies have their despised baggage fees, Corner BYOB will soon face similar distaste from its customers in spite of its food. And that, for such a promising new restaurant, is a very bitter outcome indeed.
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Maggi R.

We had a delightful time at The Corner. The restaurant is charming. Food was beautifully prepared and presented. Everything was delicious. Our server was attentive and friendly. When the restaurant is full, it is noisy. Make a reservation, it is a small place. BYOB is a definite plus. Corkage fee $3.00 and $1.00 per person charge. Cash only or you will pay a fee to use your credit card. We will surely return. Thank you for a wonderful evening!
(5)
J S.

Enjoyed a wonderful evening over dinner and wine. We ordered the bone marrow, scallops, kangaroo, pot of chocolate, chocolate mousse ravioli (the ravioli was a tiny bit on the chewy side), and ice cream puffs. It was a pretty busy night and am glad we managed to call in for a reservation. Would love to dine here again!
(5)
Jamie D.

The food here was delicious, especially the pork cheeks we had. Expensive though, but the service and the nice atmosphere added on to the deliciousness does make it worth the price. Next time we'll try the kangaroo!
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Greta K.

In this economy it's always fun to be able to byob. Four of us came in with our own wine. Oh, there's a corkage fee of $3.00. Per person. O.K., we can deal with that. While waiting for our food we asked for a basket of rolls. Oh, that will be $3.00 please. One in our group asked if she could switch vegetables. No, no substitutions. My husband asked for his steak medium. No, the chef will only serve it rare or med-rare. After our dinner we asked for a take-home container. Oh, that will be $1.00 for each container please. Now it's time to pay the bill. We handed in our credit cards. Oh, that will be a $2.00 fee for handling credit cards - "we encourage cash only." So...there you have it. We were nickle-dimed by this small bistro that is pretentious and rather full of themselves. This is Hamden hon, not New York! The only reason I gave it two stars is because the food was good. Sorry, not enough reason to come back.
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Address : 850 W 36th St
Baltimore, MD, 21211
Phone (443) 869-5075
Website https://www.cornercharcuteriebar.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :4:00 pm - 11:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : No
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Dogs Allowed : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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Corner Charcuterie Bar

850 W 36th St, Baltimore, MD, 21211

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