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Wit & Wisdom

200 International Dr, Baltimore, MD, 21202
  • (410) 576-5800
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  • Nick S.

    Great cocktails and appetizers. My wife and I have been here twice for drinks and apps and this place has yet to disappoint. Atmosphere is really good as well -- feels more like NYC than Baltimore, but maybe that's a sign of the changing times in harbor east. Definitely try the fried chicken sandwich. Oysters with cocktail and some other form of sauce were fresh and great as well.

    (4)

  • Stacey L.

    What a disappointment for the Four Seasons. I have always been on the fence about this place. Arrogant staff, layout/flow poor but this past Saturday put me over the edge. My four friends and I went to Wit and Wisdom to have drinks an a few appetizers. We waited over 30 min for drinks while there were plenty of empty seats at the bar and tables and seven people behind the bar. We knew we were not planning to stay so we asked for our check and Aaron tagged our bill "Bra Ladies". Like maybe at an establishment whose claim is not so upscale, this would be funny, but his tag was very offensive. In addition, the hauty wait staff outside was not attentive, had no manners and thought they were doing me a favor. I had to get up to get my own menu, get us again and search to place an order...what a disaster. I guess Wit and Wisdom will never live up to the name the hotel lends to it. There are 1000 better restaurants (especially in Harbor East) in Baltimore and I would recommend trying out one of those.

    (1)

  • Kimberly K.

    Off the charts, Mouth-watering foodie's delight! MIchael Mina nails it with the progressive menu and the fabulous service completes this way-more-than-5-stars Experience. Yes, capital E. Lucky to be treated as VIP, we were brought a sampling of appetizers including the bone marrow, bison tartare and coddie. All exceeded expectations, the bone marrow being my personal fave. Entrees impressed no less - Ribeye, Rabbit, Crab Cake- each prepared to perfection and paired with complementing flavors. Adding the crispy brussel sprouts, beets and potatoes as sides was a good move. You don't want to skip the brussels, especially. Desserts were another treat as our stellar server came out with several plates so we could make sure we didn't skimp on our calorie intake. Banana cream puff takes first prize, but again, there is no losing at this fine establishment. The views from the patio onto the harbor and beyond to the city make this place a great spot to gather with friends or cozy up for a romantic date. And, do you really need an excuse to go to the Four Seasons Baltimore, anyway? The hotel is stunning and you are sure to see a fair amount of beautiful people sipping their cocktails or lounging poolside. Put this place on your list.

    (5)

  • Jon Q.

    Had dinner with friends on a Saturday night. Nice space, excellent, friendly service, really nice mix of 80's ish background music; overall a nice atmosphere to drink and dine. However I found the fare to be only average and that friendly wait staff, including the amatuerish somallier, are in fact well trained salespersons trolling for commissions. They will recommend the highest priced drink and menu options then congratulate you on your brilliant choices. The pork entree, one of the most interesting and least expensive items on the menu, seems to be frequently and suspiciously sold out. Our waiter's opening salvo was "We offer the best cuisine in the Mid Atlantic region from 100 years ago". That sounds nice, but seriously, who knows what that really means? Nice place but way, way overpriced . Add this one to the growing list of inner harbor restaurants attractive to the tourist crowds. Locals can find many better choices such as the Woodberry Kitchen.

    (2)

  • Dave O.

    We stopped in for a drink and appetizer around 4pm on a Saturday. Spacious bar area with cozy seating as well as standard bar chairs. We opted for two easy chairs overlooking the harbor. Unfortunately the fence along the boardwalk blocks the wonderful harbor marina view while seated. Service was good, we were tag-teamed by three lovely young ladies, all dressed in form fitting black cocktail dresses. Wife had the punch, it was sweet, and definitely packed a punch. I had my standard Hendrich's martini. While perfectly mixed, the olives were wimpy (non-stuffed, about 1/2 in diameter) and one torn in half, barely hanging on its toothpick. Not at all what I would expected served at a Four Seasons establishment. I mentioned this to our server who did offer to replace the defective olive. A nit, but worth mentioning, the martini was served in a champagne glass, I guess their way of trying to differentiate, it didn't work for me. We had the pimento cheese with bacon marmalade appetizer. It was fabulous. Assuming the entrees are equally well prepared, we would go back and give dinner a try.

    (4)

  • Serena H.

    Amazing restaurant! Absolutely best in Baltimore! It's upscale without being pretentious. It reminded us of restaurants in Las Vegas. Food looked and tasted perfect. Portions were appropriate, not too big. Service was attentive, respectful, and very knowledgeable. Very comfortable atmosphere and chairs. Dessert was probably the best part.

    (5)

  • Ferdinand A.

    went here on sat nite tks to a friends recomendation... had a terrific meal.. bison was cooked perfectly. also had the charcuterie plate and the jamon that was carved table side,, had such a good time that i chose to go back last nite... to our suprise our awesome server Kara from Pazo now works here, which made the dinner so much enjoyabe... place has good vibe mixture of trendy ppl and the usual snobs we always run into... we'll b back again..

    (4)

  • jane c.

    Witlessly undercooked chicken. High prices, small portions, and lack of creativity left me wanting more. We started with the oysters, which were a great start. The lobster corn dogs were tasty, but if I didn't already know they were lobster, I wouldn't have known...I would have just thought they were deep fried mystery seafood balls. My entree of rabbit cooked 3 ways was good. That is all. My husband ordered the pork. When being served, our waiter placed my husband's plate on the table and announced, "here's your bison sir." When my husband indicated that he had ordered pork, our illustrious-less waiter responded, "pork is bison." My friend's chicken was not undercooked, but raw. Raw, as in pink and slimy. We never got an apology from any of the men in suits, but they comped one dessert. How generous. The non-chicken food was ok, but to say that I was underwhelmed is an understatement. and what's with all the men in suits?

    (2)

  • Kara F.

    This was my first time at Wit and Wisdom. It was suggested to me by a friend and I was really excited to check it out. First off, WHAT a beautiful restaurant/bar. I absolutely love the architecture and it's spacious and bright with a view of the water. The atmosphere was perfect a great happy hour/after work crowd. Everyone was friendly. My friend and I struck up a convo with the group sitting next to us and it was like one big happy family. Okay, that was the good (I'm all about constructive criticism). Now for the not so good... The happy hour menu is well priced but lacking and much to my disappointment the food wasn't very tasty. Aside from the Maryland Blue Crab Deviled eggs, we didn't really enjoy any of the other dishes we ordered. Actually, that's not 100% true. I was enjoying the wood-fired meatballs until I bite hard on a giant piece of bone which of course was awesome. Needless to say, I didn't finish it. There's only one cocktail on happy hour and if you order off the non happy hour menu expect to shell out between 13 - 16 for a drink. The bartender never told us it was last call and I ordered a white wine at 7:02 for $13.50 instead of the $5 happy hour price. I had an awesome time with my friend but we can have a great time anywhere so even though I loved the view I most likely won't be back.

    (2)

  • Mike T.

    Food portions were small but everything was delicious. Had the seared tuna and fois gras as an app. Would recommend both. Dinning room was semi casual. Service was well above average. Not as stuffy of an environment as I thought it would be. Amazing view. Would go back for a special occasion.

    (4)

  • Andrew H.

    Great harbor views. Attractive patio. Nicely done inside space Pricey (think NYC) but it is in the Four Seasons. Service could kick it up a notch - my server and her two prominently displayed floatation devices (I thought this was a Mina place not a Rande Gerber bar) inexplicably disappeared half way through my stay, but was replaced with a much more sensible and personable individual. Sit outside if the weather is right.

    (4)

  • Valerio M.

    They have good cocktails, and are one of the few places where to stop by and have an aperitif. Their food selection however is not as good as their drinks and their ambiance. Definitely a little overrated for their price, but the place looks great and it's always well attended.

    (3)

  • Vanessa S.

    Food is decent - have yet to dine in the restaurant but the patio and the service is less than mediocre. Because it is the 4 seasons I had the bar set pretty high. This place is rarely at the top of my list based on my previous experiences ... All in all it's very over rated.

    (2)

  • Elizabeth B.

    Went here for NYE with my husband for a 5-course tasting menu. The lobster, sashimi tuna, short ribs and caviar were amazing and perfectly executed. The chestnut soup lacked flavor and the chocolate dessert I took one bite of - not worth the calories or over stuffing my already full belly. Service was a bit slow but cheery and good. I'd go back for $300 less than what we paid. Overall good meal, but the highlight was seeing #55 and a bunch of other Ravens waltz in, not the food.

    (3)

  • Dan A.

    I'm torn. I want to love this place. It has a beautiful, modern, trendy interior (and an even cooler bar that kind of reminds me of a space ship). But I can't help but feel disappointed with Wit & Wisdom.. I recently came here for lunch with a friend and ordered a crunchy chicken sandwich. It was good. The chicken was perfectly cooked and seasoned. But at the same time, it left a bit to desire. Paying $18 for the sandwich and chips is a bit excessive to me. I mean, I didn't even pay for that meal... but I still felt ripped off after eating it, especially because I could name many other restaurants in Baltimore that have sandwiches that are just as good but at a lower price point (and we're talking dinner service too). I've also ordered the beef marrow appetizer on a few occasions here. The first time I had the dish, I was amazed; it was really freaking good. It was so good that I went on several more occasions afterwards just for that one dish. Unfortunately, I found out that the dish came out fairly inconsistently in quality. On more than one occasion, the bread was hard and stale. If something was wrong with the marrow, perhaps I'd be more willing to let things slide; after all, it's not an everyday ingredient. But having bad bread--especially at a high end place like this--isn't acceptable or excusable. It's a shame too because this dish is absolutely phenomenal when it is on point. Drink-wise, Wit & Wisdom has a full alcohol menu with beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, etc... A lot of people seem to like it; the bar area is often packed at night. Wit & Wisdom is actually one of the few places in Baltimore that knows what a Sazerac is (a New Orleans cocktail similar to an Old Fashioned and considered by some to be the first cocktail ever invented) and has it on their menu. It's pretty good... though it will cost you a pretty penny; most cocktails here are above the $10 mark. Overall, Wit & Wisdom is a beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere. The food is good too... but it is very pricey for what it is. I'm willing to spend money for good food (heck, Wit & Wisdom's equally-as-expensive sister restaurant Pabu is one of my favorite places) but I never left Wit & Wisdom raving about the meal and feeling like it was money well spent. I'll leave it with 3 stars though I'd say it's probably closer to a 2.5 star.

    (3)

  • Nicole V.

    Came here on a Tuesday night to meet an old friend and catch up. Ended up staying for hours. Great service, food, drinks, atmosphere, everything. Very nice place.

    (5)

  • Megan C.

    Wit & Wisdom is one of the best bars in the city. I went for a happy hour with co-workers and loved their weeknight specials. The food was great too, especially the steak burger. The ambiance and decor were exactly what I was looking for but unfortunately I have to knock them a star because of the service. Our server didn't seem to enjoy her job or want to take care of us. I would have given them 5 stars had the service been better.

    (4)

  • Kris L.

    Wit and Wisdom is a solid 3 stars. The ambiance is trendy with decent service and good food (not great). Everything is overpriced both for quality and quantity. APPS: The tuna tartare was a bit heavy on the sesame oil, lacking citrus. The lobster corn dogs- not a lot of chunk lobster meat but more a mixture of minced meat with herbs and sauces, not too great. ENTREES: the rockfish was delicious and cooked to perfection but the portion was tiny. the halibut was my favorite dish of the night-perfectly salted and cooked. Very simple, no fancy flavors masking this gorgeous fish. DESSERT: Brownie WW sundae - cute presentation in a wine glass, not too rich, well balanced. SERVICE-uncomfortably pushy about ordering apps, salads, entrees, desserts, AND coffee AND wine, but otherwise prompt and our water glasses were never empty.

    (3)

  • Mya W.

    They have a very nice Sunday Brunch. The food was good with an assortment of choices. The bacon, sausage, ham and beef all cooked very well. The bacon wasn't burnt, sausage wasn't dry, the meat was cooked medium to medium well. The shrimp and crab meat was perfect. The salmon was great! The omelette station was great even had spinach! The macaroni seemed as if it was from the box, but the deserts and rolls, pancakes, French toast, all was above par! This place is really top notch! You can eat right off the water outside, or sit inside and listen to the live music, appropriate music and not loud. Located in the Four Seasons, so expect top notch service.

    (4)

  • Erica M.

    I was a little skeptical of Wit and Wisdom when I walked in, because it had the air of a pretentious, over-priced restaurant with mediocre food. The crowd at the bar, which is what you see when you first walk in, was fully stocked with yuppies dressed in their Friday night best. I looked similar to them, but without the substantial financials. We (my mother, my stepdad, and I) got there about 5 minutes before our reservation time, and they seated us at a small table while we waited. We got drinks, and eventually (though a bit after our reservation time) were transferred to a real table. The hostess and waitress were very polite and pleasant, but not over-friendly. We had many staff stop by the table that night. The waitress forgot to bring us wine twice, which was mildly irritating. I dock one star because for the quality of the food, it was just a tiny bit overpriced. The waitress was very nice, but by the time we got the wine, our dinner was half gone. My stepdad got some kind of corn bisque, which tasted like solid butter, and none of us could try to finish it off. I ordered a crabcake, which had a salad on the side. Both were delicious! I make a mean crabcake, though, and I must boast that mine is better. :/ Still pretty good, though, as was the salad. The dessert, however, stole the show. OH MY GOD. I got a small, cylindrica, rich chocolate cake of deliciousness. There were bits of toffee, amazing vanilla ice cream, and caramel drizzle to make it even better. My mom's red velvet cake was very good, but not as good as what I had ordered. My stepdad commented on the espresso being pretty good, too. A little pompous, but I liked the decor and the food. Would go again, but only if I'm not the one paying!

    (4)

  • Keith R.

    First of all, the lounge/bar here deserves 5 stars, but I am giving this place 4 stars because I was not totally impressed with the food given the price. The hotel offers valet service for $8, which is equal to the amount you will pay to park it yourself so definitely spring for the valet. The hotel is the nicest one in the city and the bar area does not disappoint. Lighting is just right and chairs surround multiple wood burning fire places that are perfect for small gathering if you can find a seat. A meal for two cost us $140 with tip. The best value is probably the bird's nest with mushroom and egg. It is one of the tastiest entrees on the menu yet it is the cheapest option as well. The more meaty dishes were not all that impressive. Wine list is pretty good. The red velvet dessert was cacao nibs is amazing, but you must get the drink that pairs with it (menu recommends the pairing). Honestly this was one of the best deserts I have ever had in my life. A high end place in Baltimore that is not filled with old crusty people that think they are special is hard to find in the Baltimore area so this place will probably continue to do well.

    (4)

  • Jamie G.

    The good news is its great for drinks and I love the outdoor seating. So we went there about 4 weeks ago for dinner, we ordered the Rock fish and Rib eye. The meat that was brought out to me looked liked a piece of Spam. I have never seen a perfectly round pink rib eye, I am not sure what it was. I took one bite and couldn't consume anymore. My girlfriend said the fish was terrible?? I will always go back for drinks but for a good tasting waterfront dining meal I will stick with Waterfront Kitchen. The ambiance looks like a convention center by the way.

    (1)

  • Matthew L.

    This has quickly become a go to place in my every day life. One, because I live in Baltimore and it is another dimension of the city. Two, my wife works in the Legg Mason building so it is close to her work. Three, I'm into my 30's now and can appreciate the diversity of the crowd (age wise) and how special it is. It is luxurious without being pretentious. I love the decor, it's soothing and comforting. It feels like an extension of my living room. The food is presented nicely. It has a rustic artisan quality. Happy hour has some great specials. My one and only hint is to be careful when swilling single malt whiskeys, you may end up with an eye popping tab at the end.

    (4)

  • Ginger S.

    As guests at the 4 seasons, the hotel where W&W is located, we ate at W&W every day for breakfast. Overcooked and cold poached eggs arrived the first morning with overly salted morning fries. Ordered from room service on the 2nd morning because, oddly, the room service menu is more extensive than the restaurant menu. Buttermilk pancakes were fluffy and yummy. Morning three brought a mediocre dutch pancake with starchy roasted bananas which I ended up scraping off the pancake. And I love bananas. Our waiter originally told me that they had no bananas so I couldn't help wondering if they substituted plantains (or perhaps cat litter). A late afternoon snack of seared whole wheat noodles with kale and poached egg was comforting if not overly exciting. Service is not what you would expect at a 4 seasons. What do I mean? Goofy is the word that comes to mind.

    (2)

  • Jon H.

    Visited W&W for a few drinks and appetizers. We loved it! It's sexy and modern, has a beautiful smoky smell on the inside, chairs and couches lining the walls, a nice modern bar in the middle, and a good normal crowd of people. The views of the inner harbor are terrific. Highly recommend W&W for an upscale lounge/bar to get a few drinks with friends or a significant other.

    (5)

  • Maribeth S.

    My sister held a baby shower in the private room of "Wit & Wisdom" last weekend. The views are incredible and the room is absolutely the perfect size for 20 people, with room to greet, mingle, have a drink, dine and, in our case -- open baby gifts! The dishes on the pre-set menu were diverse and delicious. The maple custard was OUT OF THIS WORLD...ranks in the top 5 on my all-time favorite dessert list. I would highly recommend the room as your special venue and cannot say enough about the wait staff. I looked over the bar menu and thought it was amazing and quite reasonable. Did not poke my head in to the restaurant. Again, views are fantastic. Only down side: $8 valet for 3 hour baby shower. Several other reviews mentioned free valet....that was not the case for us. Otherwise, PERFECT!

    (4)

  • Amy B.

    Great space with water views. Long list of cocktails, wines and beer. Excellent, very well thought out food menu, although you pay for it. But that's what you'd expect when visiting any Four Seasons. They treat you well and make sure everything is perfect.

    (5)

  • Devon A.

    Had a great time in a beautiful setting with a sunset harbor view. The tasting menu was wonderful, especially the take on Greek salad. The meal ended with a crab trio, crab being my main reason for using Baltimore, and the dish didn't disappoint. Staff was very friendly and attentive, and bar was very fun.

    (4)

  • Angela L.

    My friend and I went for their happy hour on a Friday evening around 6pm. It was a beautiful evening with the right temperature and a cool breeze. We wanted to sit outside but the place was already crowded. We ended up sharing a table with another group of nice people. The view of the harbor was nice. The patio area had its own staff and servers. I started with Natty Bo followed by Duclaw. Both were really great. My friend had white wine, and she said it was good too. My water glass was promptly topped off, and the staff were all friendly and attentive. We ordered the lobster corndogs. Pricey and not flavorful. If the batter is the best part of the dish, not the lobster inside, it gets pretty sad. I didn't care for the dipping sauce either. Definitely will return for more happy hour drinks. We are thinking about coming here more regularly. I will try other menu items and hopefully they are better than the corndogs!

    (4)

  • Howe B.

    Our second trip to Wit and Wisdom was like our first. Terribly slow service, incredibly overpriced, average food at best and portions that were offensively meager. If it weren't for the spectacular sunset on the harbor, the evening would have been a total disaster. Save yourself from this place.

    (1)

  • Victoria L.

    This bar is exactly what you except of a new 4 Seasons hotel. The bartenders know what they are doing - probably the best dark and stormy I've ever had. Being the klutz that I am, I knocked my second drink over - they re-made it, free of charge, and graciously cleaned up my mess. Anyone who can handle my clASSiness so well gets props. Per usual, you can order restaurant food at the bar, and any place that offers hushpuppies is a place I Like To Be. I took one star off because they charged us for a friend's beer when he paid his own tab in cash - we weren't going to haggle a busy bartender over $7 though, especially after the spilled drink fiasco. Definitely stop in here for a nightcap when you're out in Harbor East. Just try not to spill your drink all over the place.

    (4)

  • Chris C.

    visited on 2/12/12 - 4 adults An amazing addition to the Baltimore dining scene! The decor is beautiful and the view of the harbor is wonderful. We had a fabulous meal. Everything was very good to excellent - as good as expected for a restaurant of this caliber. Portions were all perfectly sized - everyone finished or came close to finishing without feeling stuffed. The service was welcoming, professional, and very attentive. It is very expensive, but is certainly one of the top restaurants in Baltimore!

    (5)

  • Paul A.

    My wife and I came tonight for the $75 pris fixe Christmas dinner. The food and the service were excellent. Portions were fine -- we were both stuffed.

    (5)

  • Jennifer K.

    Excellent. We dined with another couple this past Saturday evening and had a relaxing and satisfying three hour dinner that was reflective of a Four Seasons experience. The ambiance contributed to the positive experience. Decor reflects the concept of the restaurant: an American tavern that reflects the culinary heritage of Baltimore and the Eastern Seaboard. Dining room is not overcrowded; tables are spaced perfectly. While the open kitchen and bar "share" the dining space, the noise level is not affected. You are encouraged to stay awhile--courses are spaced out. Menu is not extensive but it did not diminish the experience. Between the four of us we had a land, sea, and vegetarian entree--all were absolutely delicious. Each course set before me gave me the impression that someone labored over my particular dish to ensure it was going to be satisfying. Tastes were distinctive and presentation was thoughtful. Excellent wine and cocktail menu. Very experienced and professional bartenders. I thought the cocktail menu rivaled that of Woodberry Kitchen, which is also known for their unique, handcrafted cocktails. We spent some time in the bar afterwards. The scene was busy, diverse, relaxed. People were engaged in conversation and enjoying their cocktails. As with any Four Seasons experience, it's not cheap, but you get a satisfying, quality experience.

    (5)

  • David B.

    After mulling over my meal and really thinking about the entire experience ere are my thoughts. Very creative menu, with a wonderful wine list. The service was excellent. Creativity and presentation were excellent. Below is where Wit & Wisdom could have excelled and did not. 1) We ordered the Bone Marrow and enjoyed it very much. i do not have a comparison so I will rate the flavor 4. My issue was the size of the bone we were served. My assumption is the following. Marrow is served from lamb, not a cow our bone was from the later. 2) Lobster Dog was excellent, great flavor, great idea. 3) I ordered the lamb chops (2). Cooked perfectly, limited flavor. I can say that the Syrah we ordered was excellent and the meal was great. My main lacked the flavor i am accustomed to enjoying, otherwise I really enjoyed the meal.

    (4)

  • Fat T.

    Dined here a few times and it's quickly beginning to become one my favorite spots for cocktails and dinner in Bmore. The staff is impeccable and food is great. No recommendation, whatever you pick and are in the mood for, it'll be great. If you want to make a weekend out of it, stay upstairs in a suite and be pampered. The view of the city is amazing up there.

    (5)

  • Amanda K.

    Their drinks are phenomenal (the aviation, the sticky wicket, the friars patch -ALL unbelievable). The atmosphere is quiet, relaxing, and while swanky not close to being pretentious. It's in a big space with a lot of calming white (without feeling sterile) and soft grays. I loved it. The food is perfect. I have had the rabbit and grilled chicken breast. Both were better than expected. The portions are satisfying. Large enough to be a meal, but won't make it impossible to try their desserts.

    (5)

  • Sara P.

    Overall, Wit and Wisdom was a so-so experience. The ambiance was excellent. The service was also pretty good but didn't blow me away. Mainly, I felt the food was mediocre for the high price tag. I can appreciate small portion sizes but actually left the restaurant hungry despite spending over $200 on our dinner and drinks.

    (3)

  • Eric N.

    Went here with some out of town friends for a special get together. The spot is stunning in its location. Great, centrally located bar, wonderful furniture and decor. Exposed kitchen is beautiful. We sampled a nice bottle of wine from a very knowledgeable sommelier. The wine was spot on. For appys we tried the lobster corn dogs, which were pretty good, but were pricy at $19 or so. For the main courses we had the following: I had ordered the Berkshire pork, but 10 minutes later, the waiter came back and said they had run out. Disappointing. I the ordered the chicken, which was quite tasty, but not very large, and the dark meat was questionably cooked(properly done?). The wife had the rock fish. Too undercooked, and a bit fishy. She was starved after her meal. The other couple had the crab cake ("pretty good"), and the lamb ("Not great"). We had deserts which were excellent - the Baltimore Bar, and the apple crisp. The cinnamon ice cream should be swapped out for vanilla. The server was friendly, a little too much so with the buddy buddy talk. All in all an OK meal, but over a hundred bucks a head. A bit pricy, food that needs some work, and a tune down on the waitstaff.

    (3)

  • Robert W.

    W&W has a big name behind it and it's location is one of my favorites in the city.(valet is complementary and are very friendly and polite) The lobby of the 4 Seasons is inviting, modern and understated. The energy upon entering W&W is warm and trendy. You are hit with the smell of burning wood which is great for this time of year and we'll see how I feel about it during the summer. Our reservation for 6 people was for 9, but we were seated early since our table was available. There are obvious new restaurant issues. The wait staff, nice, were almost too "chummy." I want to be treated like a patron of the restaurant not one of your buddies you grab beers with. I think this will evolve and improve over time, but they need to be attentive and check back on us periodically. One of their specialty cocktails is described as being served in a copper cup. But, they ran out of the cups. I was bummed, because it was one of the reasons I chose the drink. Anyways, aside from these two issues, the food was very very good. We shared the lobster corndogs (I was expecting chunks of lobster, but was more of lobster puree) the meatballs (very tasty and moist) I started with the gold porridge which contained various parts of duck including pieces of tongue. It's similar to chinese congee with interesting flavors, but just a slight bit salty. The pork was tasty with a crunchy skin, and the sides of brussel sprouts, mac and cheese and the hush puppies served with a spicy honey rounded out the meal nicely. Overall, I was happy that I tried W&W. It has great potential once the service issues are resolved and I look forward to returning as the menu evolves. If you are familiar with the Baltimore dining scene, I'd say places like B&O, Salt, Cap Grille, Cinghiale, Woodberry are of the same quality. Enjoy!

    (4)

  • rob d.

    I hear Four Seasons and I think great things. Wit and Wisdom, the fine dining option inside Baltimore.s Four Seasons location, is a very good looking space but the food and service need to be improved in order to compete with Baltimore's excellent roster of top tier restaurants. Don't get me wrong, we had a nice dinner. However, at the price point they are hitting I expect more...primarily with service. I expect to have all my needs met without having to ask for anything. There are several restaurants within a few blocks where I have had great, expensive meals without feeling I paid too much.

    (3)

  • Andrea B.

    I knew it was in a hotel, but I've heard such great things about the restaurant, I expected it to feel a lot nicer than your typical hotel bar/restaurant. I was wrong. I'm fine with paying a lot for a good restaurant...but nothing was that great here (other than the mac & cheese). And it felt weird paying so much at a hotel bar.

    (1)

  • Renee S.

    I called on Wit & Wisdom twice in one week. The first time was more of an after party and the second was for an actual sit down dinner with a friend. I love a place with complimentary valet! The view on the first floor of the Four Seasons is spectacular. Just calm and beautiful with the harbor / city lights. The bar is beautiful with an open / walk around set up that allows you to look out on the water. The second time I went the bar was packed, definitely office holiday gathering season. That didn't prevent us from getting a quiet table without reservations. Both my friend and I are vegetarians so we ordered a smattering of sides: Toasted Peanut Soup. Ummm. Awful. Really bitter and sharp. The soup was creamy rather than crunchy. I admittedly was trying to have the same soup I had on a trip to Xiamen, China. But, this didn't match up and was inedible. Crispy Brussels Sprouts. Yummy for Brussels sprouts. Not the least bit of bitterness and great carmalization. Mushroom Gratin. So stinking good we ordered two rounds of it. Tavern Mac and Cheese. This is made with ham hock from jump so it's not possible to get it as a strictly vegetarian option. This was a little disappointing as I had gone through the menu online prior to arriving for dinner. Tiny Potatoes. Also made with meat (well, drippings). It sounded delish but we did not get it because it was not a vegetarian option. Chips and Onion Dip. Again, so good we ordered two rounds of it. So, six sides and four drinks cost us around $100. Certainly not the least expensive meal. But, a great night out. The service was AMAZING. Courteous and listened to our qualms over dishes and drinks. My friend ordered a specialty cocktail that wasn't to her liking. The drink master quickly came over and mixed up something else for her. Same with the peanut soup we hated. It was swept away never to be heard from again. I'm only knocking them down one star because there weren't enough vegetarian entrees. They had a polenta entree, but I wasn't feeling it that night. Yeah, yeah. I know having a vegetarian entree isn't everyone's issue. But, it's mine :)

    (3)

  • Liz M.

    Brunch at the Four Seasons made me feel fancy, but the place wasn't snooty. How can a buffet actually be snooty? There were 5 of us and with a reservation and we waited maybe 15 minutes. Luckily, they had huge couches that kept us put. The buffet itself wasn't spectacular. The sausage was good, as were the pastries. I was more amused by the individual servings of chicken tikka marsala and lasagna in these mini casserole dishes. They were solid offerings, and I contemplated grabbing the dishes for future use! It's not easy staying classy...

    (3)

  • Zack W.

    Wit and Wisdom is a place that takes itself seriously, and is a place that deserves to be recognized for its contribution to a burgeoning food scene in Baltimore. The food was inspired both by the new and the old alike; I was very interested in some of their heirloom/historical recipes as well as their new preparations of local favorities. The flavors were executed well by chefs who clearly know what they're doing. The presentation on the plate was elegant but not extravagant. But I think the kicker on this place, what makes it truly great, is the service. It seems to me that the waitstaff work there because food is their profession, not a paycheck. Even though the sommelier did come over and introduce herself, we found that our waiter was more than able to recommend wines with dinner, and ice wines and bourbon with dessert. Even the manager was happy to come around and chat with us. I guess Wit and Wisdom is still young, but clearly it's brought in and hired people who know what they're doing, or at least learning how to be a serious food space. I like going somewhere that offers the whole package, but where the food is foregrounded. I welcome Wit and Wisdom to the Baltimore food scene, and hope it stays for a while.

    (5)

  • Sarah K.

    Bar Review: The drinks are extremely overpriced, but your paying for the atmosphere: great space, decor and service. The bar is huge and in the center of the room, with couches and tables around it. It's a great place for people watching--I sat at the bar for an hour and saw everyone from eccentric artists, over-dressed cougars, random guy in a tux, and the bro that kept ordering blue curacao.

    (4)

  • Dina B.

    From the moment we walked into Wit and Wisdom, we knew it was going to be a special dining experience. We sat at the bar and received very attentive service from the bartenders. The cocktails are absolutely top notch. I think, between all our guests, we tried every cocktail on the menu, and each was better than the last. I had a salad, which was perfectly dressed. The bison tartare was the hit - such a wonderful texture and flavor. Another guest had a pasta dish with a deliciously spicy ragu. I ordered the rabbit three ways, because it was not a typical dish for me to try. Delicious. Finally, we each ordered dessert, because the pastry chef is award winning. I loved the Baltimore Bar -- truly unique. I cleared each plate and didn't feel over-stuffed when I left, despite the three courses and many cocktails. The service was outstanding. The evening was truly a success and I can't wait to return.

    (5)

  • Tanja P.

    First time here. Went with a few friends after work for cocktails and our waitress Tenesha-I think was her name, don't quote me;) was great. Very attentive, friendly, and made good selections for drinks. The apps left me a little wanting. Small portions for something pricey and tasted OK. Overall atmosphere was good. Will be back for the libations, probably not the food...

    (3)

  • kareem d.

    Solid establishment, as I've come to expect from the Michael Mina group of restaurants. The menu is versatile and ingredient selections are superb. The meat/seafood are high quality and are local/sustainable which is a huge thumbs up for me. I had the rabbit which was excellent, and the bison tartare was amazing! It would have been better if they mixed it at the table though :) The sommelier was incredibly knowledgeable and totally called me out on mixing up my CA wineries (admittedly embarrassing). Great wine selections in general, and the drink list looked impressive although we did not have any cocktails. A couple cons - music was too loud in my opinion, they should turn it down a bit. Also, we ordered a second bottle of wine to come with our food, and we got our dishes but it took them 10 minutes to bring out the second bottle, which was a bit slow and didn't allow us to really enjoy our food right away. No big deal in my opinion but timing could've been better. Well done, I'll definitely come back when I'm in the area. 4 stars!

    (4)

  • Aron F.

    I've eaten at the bar and the restaurant. Some of the reviews I've read here are bar reviews. I've never had any problems at the bar. They have a great happy but somewhat limited bar friendly food. The meatballs are good. My review is primarily for the restaurant. We've dined here several times and always had a great experience with the waiters and sommelier. At our request the first time we dined there they put together a 4 course tasting menu for us. Everything was superb and cooked perfectly. Beet Salad is delicious as well as the bison and rockfish. The porridge is very good but make sure you order the soy sauce on the side. Mine had so much soy it was so salty. Brussel sprout side dish is very good. You must order the Baltimore Bar! It is my favorite dessert and I am not even a huge chocolate dessert fan. It is simply amazing! I do not recommend the red velvet cake. It is not good, especially if you are expecting traditional fluffy cake with frosting. It's more like an organic beet cake in my opinion.

    (4)

  • Alyson P.

    I've been here during two separate weekend for drinks. Love this place! $8 valet parking is wonderful and the views are absolutely breathtaking! I hope they have seating outside once the weather warms up, but for now I've taken my drinks outside on both occasions for a bit. The drinks are expensive, but this is a Michael Mina restaurant. He is an award winning celeb chef with a Michelin rated restaurant in San Fran...this isn't TGI Fridays. I was quite pleased with my pinot noir this past weekend, even if it was $17. It also was not the standard 5oz. pour, closer to 7, which was most appreciated. The service has always been quick and friendly, but like I stated previously, I've only had drinks from the bar. The patrons are friendly as well which was a pleasant surprise since this is a fancier establishment, but I've always mingled with other patrons sitting at the bar and thoroughly enjoyed myself. The first time I was here I met Brady Anderson and Brian Matusz. As an avid O's fan, I was on cloud 9 and they were exceptionally friendly and we chatted for a while and got pictures.

    (4)

  • D K.

    Four Seasons is a beautiful hotel and the Wit & Wisdom is comparable in its visual appeal. The decor is nice and modern and the view of the harbor is outstanding. Great date material. Valet is $8 for my dinner on a Saturday night. Menu selection is a bit limited but I guess expected given its newness. Beer selection includes Resurrection so I am set there. Food is pretty good but nothing memorable. Service is good. Need to ask for bread as noted at the bottom of the menu; not a big deal but slightly annoying. I don't like to "impose" in general. Could you just bring out the bread? I am a teensy embarrassed to ask. Every other restaurant does this without asking... why you have to be different? I've eaten at plenty of $$$$ restaurants but I do feel that the food is a bit overpriced here. I know it has the name and cachet but I don't think it's a very good value. And I don't care how rich or poor you are, value counts to some degree whether it be measured by quality, creativity, or quantity. Food is not lacking in these characteristics necessarily but it just doesn't seem to stand out. Anyway, I may come back since I somewhat like it. But I am far from loving it. Maybe a once a year or 2 type thing or "if I happen to be walking around in the area and want something to eat and I just happen to be not dressed like a hobo" type thing...

    (3)

  • Michael C.

    Breakfast was very good - tasty food and good portions. Our server was very nice and bent over backwards to help us. I'd go back for sure.

    (4)

  • Jim I.

    The food and service were good, but not over the top as you might expect from a restaurant in a Four Seasons hotel. The biggest disappointment was the mark up on the wines, especially the California Cabernets and blends. The prices were at least 2 to 3 times retail prices. The selections of wine are very good, but at a price. Try the 1/2 price wines by The bottle on Sundays.

    (3)

  • Sapna K.

    Been here four times now. Love the lobster corn dogs, oysters, calamari, and seafood. Easy valet, open for lunch, desserts have beautiful presentation.

    (4)

  • Eby D.

    I can only comment on the Sunday brunch buffet, which was disappointing and overpriced. I give them 2 stars for the freshly squeezed orange juice, the friendly staff, and the beautiful decor and view. The pastry was mediocre at best, the frittata was made by an amateur - both presentation and flavor were lacking, and if that's not bad enough, the scrambled eggs were runny and again flavorless- tasted like egg beaters, the tiny potatoes were overly salty and killed the palate, the silver dollar mini pancakes were cute & flavorless and the bacon, if it's even possible was flavorless. Perhaps ordering a la carte is the way to go but I must say that after eating at breakfast buffets at other high end hotels across the country, I was thoroughly disappointed and felt ripped off....and both my husband and I who are big foodies and can usually go up for seconds & thirds left our plates half full after only one trip to the buffet and were both sick when we got home.

    (2)

  • Alisa K.

    Amazing food, ambience, service. Great teetotaler's drinks and desserts. High end Southern comfort food. This place made brussel sprouts amazing (served them in a mini cast iron skillet with this sweet and savory teriyaki-esque sauce). I tried to recreate them at home and failed miserably.

    (5)

  • McFamished W.

    Wit & Wisdom is undoubtably one of the best gastronomic experiences you can have on the East Coast of the USA. The have a wonderful menu that highlights some of the specialties of the Chesapeake Bay region plus many other great dishes.

    (5)

  • Denise B.

    Service is slow. Food overlooked. View lovely. Waitress mooned us. Yup that's right, four seasons wait staff. No panties. Go figure.

    (1)

  • Jane C.

    Welcome to B'more Wit and Wisdom! welcome four seasons! Welcome Nouveau Prairie cuisine (i coined it!!) The bar is great for people watching; the cocktails refined and very cool (saffron infused gin anyone?). There are lounge areas and the grill is front and center of the dining room. Wear washable clothing as you may smell like you've been in front of a campfire after dinner is over. Cut wood is used as decor. Modern homestead look. Do not come here if you are a vegetarian; the smell of roasted/grilled meat will be distasteful to you. But as a happy carnivore, i LOVED it. Highlights of our meal were: bison tartare; rice porridge with duck tongue (makes this chinese gal very happy), lamb shank entree and rabbit entree. the negatives were: no bread to start with, lobster corn dogs, mac and cheese, mushroom and fried onions just all kind of salty; not refined enough for moi. valet parking NOT complimentary like another review mentioned. apple tart dessert was awesome with red hot cinnamon ice cream- but three wait staff tried to take it away before we were done!! what up with that? mad men meets little house on the prairie works! enjoy!

    (4)

  • Marye I.

    Outrageously priced (duh) but - in my opinion - completely worth it. If you've got a couple hundred bucks to blow and you want an amazing experience with perfectly prepared terrific food, delicious drinks, and a killer atmosphere, this is the place. I can't wait to go back (maybe next paycheck).

    (5)

  • Jennifer C.

    My husband, daughter and I went on a Sunday evening for my birthday. The Food -Ordered the fish/stuffed calamari and the duck. Both wonderful - very nice portions, great tasting, nice table side presentation. We had several desserts but the CCC was the best!!!! I have heard rumor of "the Bar" and if it was better than this, I can't imagine how good it was !! The Service - very professional but very friendly. From the hostess to the food runners... The staff was attentive, efficient and really had it together from start to finish. The Atmosphere - very nice, beautiful view, quiet. And if you like to see the action of the kitchen, request to be near the open kitchen. It was great -- felt like I was witnessing a well orchestrated show. On a final note, their treatment of my daughter was really nice and unexpected in such a high end establishment. They engaged her and were very in tune to making sure she was content so mom and dad could enjoy. Thank you W&W!!

    (5)

  • Laura Renee B.

    This place is FANCY. Very sleek and so NOT THE NORM. If you're looking for somewhere above the NORM and local, this is the place. I enjoyed EVERYTHING, from the nifty appetizers to my cocktail. I'm raving about this place so much I will be going back there sooner than later.

    (4)

  • Tim B.

    Went for the end of happy hour. We got two DuClaw Venoms for $4 each, good deal. I guess they offer a $6 cocktail which changes every day, but we were not interested in the one when we were there. After the beers I had the "sticky wicket" (bourbon, smoked maple syrup, fernet branca) and my friend had the "charming farmer" (included bourbon, lemon, maple syrup, maybe something else). These drinks were very different from each other and both very good. Cocktails are $10, bartenders are friendly, helpful, and conversational. We enjoyed our time there and will go back.

    (4)

  • stewie h.

    service in bar sucks. construction in restaurant. when outside to escape noise. pretty view no seat cushions on chairs. two stars because your still just a hotel.

    (2)

  • Andrew B.

    The food is very good, but very expensive, so be prepared. The main issue is the terrible service. The waitress was unprofessional and impertinent with her coarse exclamations. She was utterly absent as a means of help for the meal and we looked at our empty ice teas for the entire meal. Further more, the bussing staff had no idea how to remove plates and silver from the table. They reached all over us, stacking things on the table. It was nothing short of retarded. Order the burger, it's awesome.

    (2)

  • Charles R.

    This is not the kind of service that a 4 Seasons bar or restaurant is known for, at least not the other 4 Seasons I've stayed at. Had to ask 4 people to place an order for drinks. Finally an assistant manager came over and took the order. When he came back I asked if we could get a bowl of nuts or pretzels. The answer was, you can order a snack, but we don't offer bar snacks. Really? What a wonderful policy for a supposed great place. It's not like they are giving the wine or drinks away, the prices are upscale, but they can't afford any bar snacks. The bartenders were of no help in trying to get a drink, and kept saying they would find someone. Never been in a 4 Seasons owned bar or lounge where people weren't super accomodating,, but then they lease this space to Mina. Seems like everywhere I go where these celeb chefs have a place the prices are top shelf, but that's about all. I did give them 3 stars because the waitress, once they found one, was very nice, and it's a great view of the harbor. One more thing, go early to get a seat, because while the space is quite large, they are lacking for seating. Several people walked out and went to Flemings or Oceanaire because they could find a seat at 4 pm.

    (3)

  • Melanie F.

    amazing food. came here with a bunch of people and had the chef send out food. bone marrow and pork belly ARE A MUST. pate and meat plate was tasty, as were the chicken wings. everything was awesome and delicious. drinks were great. service was ok...the food definitely made up for it!

    (5)

  • KIMIYA A.

    The ambiance and look of wit and wisdom is totally enthralling. You just FEEL cooler when you're there, I swear. The bar is huge and surrounded be fireplaces - really perfect for cocktails and catching up and feeling swanky. I had a really amazing dinner with a friend - we shared a whole bunch of small plates and dessert and loved every single bite. Our waiter was helpful, friendly, and not overly-present which is surprisingly rare combination.

    (4)

  • Charisse N.

    I say all of these things and I'm STILL willing to have my rehearsal dinner there next month . . .so we'll see if they redeem themselves. I hope they do, believe it or not.

    (2)

  • Rick E.

    We stayed at the Four Seasons for New Years - fantastic hotel. We went down to have a drink at Wit and Wisdom at 7:15 PM and service was very slow even though it was not busy. We met a friend for New Year's Day brunch and the service was again painfully slow. Our waiter seemed disengaged and we had to flag him down when we needed something (from ordering drinks, explaining the brunch, to clearing plates). This was pretty unacceptable given that it was a buffet brunch so the core part of his service was drinks and clearing plates. On person in our party ordered the "bottomless mimosa" and she had to flag him down to get one refill - he never asked or looked to see if he should refill (so much for bottomless). I had a "make your own bloody mary" which required him to bring a glass with vodka which he proceeded to spill on the floor and on my friends jacket (no apology). This was also supposed to be bottomless and I was never asked if I wanted another. The hocking think was that these drinks were $20 a piece. Definitely not worth the $168 for three plus. The $25 tip we left was definitely charity. We will not be returning as there are better places to spend that kind of money. It is too bad for the Four Seasons to have such a poor venue on the property.

    (2)

  • Eddie C.

    My wife and I went here for a special occasion and by far, this place was amazing. My Rib Eye steak was delicious and her fish was so good. The wine was great and the servers were extremely professional and friendly. For an appetizer, I'd recommend the crab dip and for dessert you have to try their signature Baltimore Bar! We are definitely going back.

    (5)

  • Jeff C.

    Went to Wit & Wisdom for lunch for a special occasion. Waited 10 minutes to be greeted at the Host podium by a waitress who said she would go find the Host. 5 minutes to find the Hostess before we were seated. 5 minutes before the waitress came and gave us menus. Then we did not see her or anyone else again. We sat there for a full 20 minutes (keep in mind we had now been in this restaurant for about 35-40 minutes and had not even gotten a glass of water yet.) So we got up and left. Guess I expected more from one of the most expensive restaurants in Baltimore.

    (1)

  • Dave S.

    Hip bar scene and elegantly decorated dining area. Food is good, wine selection could be better but overall good spot for entertaining.

    (4)

  • Mike E.

    Dinner was very good...plays the locavore theme right. The mixed drinks are also good, but the drink menu is a bit gin-heavy. Be prepared to drop some coin, obviously. From a value perspective, the happy hour is the way to go. And the brunch is wildly overpriced--you'll get a tastier brunch for less at Woodberry...if you can get in.

    (4)

  • Ateet A.

    I want to say this is a 3.5 stars on food and 4 stars on professional service as long as you dont consider wait times part of service. Wit and Wisdom is one of Michael Mina's restaurants found in the newly opened Four Seasons Hotel in Harbor East in Baltimore, MD. I was very excited to try it out and made reservation for the entire family of 5 ppl. We got an 845p time which was a good sign as we asked for 730p, which means they were busy. We got there and were immediately welcomed by the hostess and said to wait just a few minutes while they get our table ready. I would say within 7 minutes we were seated at a very nice table by the window overlooking the harbor, felt like we were actually sitting on water and felt like we had the best seats in the house. As you enter the restaurant, you see a tavern like bar with some LED lights highlighting their liquor, but tastefully done not lik a club, then you walk through the lounge with what looks like very comfortable seating, a nice fireplace, and then you walk into the restaurant which has amazing decor and lighting. Once seated we were greeted by our waiter, Donnie, who I must say is full of personality and really made our night even better. He brought a little bit of himself to his service whcih added to the character, and also he truly knew almost everything about the menu to what ingredients were in each dish, how they were cooked and made some good recommendations. For apps, we ordered the Blue Crab Imperial Gratin and someone ordered the Peanut soup as they were vegetarian. It took some time but the food came out, and we were ahppy with the crab casserole which was served with some kind of bread. The Peanut soup also came out but we asked for no Fried Chciken Skins, so i asked them to remove it which they said no problem, but then they came back and said the soup was also made with chicken stock, so we had to cancel that. The chef's assistant, Donnie, and even the manager stopped by to apologize. They even had the chef whip up something not on the menu, fettucine with mushroom and a watercress salad on top, so i was very impressed at their service level. After we all finished eating our apps, we waited for our entrees, and then waited, and waited some more. This is where I feel there was a lack of expediting in the kitchen. They had two kitchens. The one in the front which you could see took care of all entrees while the one in the back did apps, sides, and dessert. Once the food finally came, along with the 2 sides we ordered, we were happy but not with the taste but mroe with the fact that it finally came out. I ordered the Lamb Shank which was tender and braised but lacked the flavor that I expected to taste. I did however like the mustard greens that were underneath it which had a good flavor from the brown sauce on the plate. We ordered the Rabbit three ways and i think that was the best tasting dish, my sister had the monkfish which she said was ok, and then my parents had split the scorched fettucine which was so tiny that I couldn't believe that it was even a portion for one person let alone two people. They also characterize their sides as family style but I felt that they were too tiny to be called family style, maybe a side per two people but not too much more. The Mac n Cheese Casserole was very small but tasty, although heavy. I didnt try the brussel sprouts, but heard they were good as well. We then waited after eating for a while before getting offered a dessert menu and then after ordering the banana cream puff, waited again before this came out. This dessert was definitely. Even after everything, i think I will go back just to try it one more time, and if not then I will definitely be back for drinks. They have some very unique drinks and after the dinner was over, we were walking out around 1130p, and their bar was slammed, so something was definitely right. hope to be back and try something else so that I can be amazed. As I said though, definitely good service!

    (3)

  • Danielle R.

    Whether you have wit or wisdom your bound to have a bit of both when you experience the classiness of this fine establishment. I had the pleasure of accompanying a friend to one of the first weddings held at the 4Seasons Hotel and Wit & Wisdom. It was absolutely blown away by everything. The evening started with a few Happy Hour cocktails at the bar, the drinks were house specials which kept changing due to popular demand and not having enough mix on hand. They went so quick you were lucky if you could catch the name if the cocktail. The bar service was spectacular and on point, each of the bartenders were very knowledgeable and helpful. They filled me in on how the wedding reception would be executed and it was executed very well. Once the vows were over and everyone filled into the dining area the drinks started flowing, there was never an empty glass. We had the choice of corn chowder soup and a salad with yogurt and vinaigrette dressing. I went with the soup and I am so glad I did, it was fa-nominal with bits of baby corn, mushrooms and a slight hint of spice. I was sad I couldn't have seconds. I was able to sneak in a few bites of the salad which was very tasty. Once our first course was finished it was on to the main course a perfectly cooked rib-eye with bacon wrapped potatoes and a clover garnish. The meat melted in my mouth and the black garlic and spices used were a perfect combination to give it a even more flavorful experience. The meal was spectacular start to finish. Once dinner was over we relocated to the other side of Wit & Wisdom which is also a coffee shop during the days, for dancing, desert, and more cocktails. It was a perfect evening and I was inputs bliss once the deserts were consumed. A chocolate and peanut butter nougat, blueberry and raspberry yogurt parfait, and a strawberry shortcake pudding. I could not get over the sweet deliciousness from these deserts. Wit & Wisdom tops the charts for places to try.

    (5)

  • Brittany L.

    wow. This place is amazing. The aesthetics are inviting, cozy and romantic. I don't know that I've ever taken notice to let alone admired the design of a bar. But it's near impossible not to notice how cool this bar is. The cocktails were above my expectations and the service was good considering the volume of the bar- we were lucky to still manage a seat. The cocktails had clever names and the mixtures were amazing. It was the perfect pre-drinking drink experience!

    (5)

  • Daniel G.

    We love staying at all the Four Seasons we have stayed. This the first one where the food has been so disappointing. I was told the fish and chips was fresh cod... It was cheap rockfish. ( I asked the waitress to confirm, she apologized). My wife had the crab cake which had a nasty fishy pungency. Bad start to our stay.

    (2)

  • Jay L.

    Went there for brunch. Not worth it. Solid 2. The orange juice is great, tastes fresh, and that's about it. I love breakfast food, but the brunch was unimpressive. Great service and nice brunch location, but that's about it. Pastries, though made fresh, taste no different from stuff from the store. Scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage all standard. Shepards pie was okay. The salad leaves were a little wilted. The smoked salmon lacked tomatoes for the bagel. The Greek yogurt and fresh fruit was good. For $28, you are really paying for the location, not for the food. Wouldn't come back for brunch again.

    (2)

  • Michael U.

    Full Review in blog - dish highlights as below. LA Mill Coffee: One of my favorite roasters and omnipresent on Mina's menus from Baltimore to Detroit to Scottsdale to Vegas to San Jose this is a strong brew with both nutty tones and a bit of caramel linger that works perfectly with desserts, particularly any featuring chocolate. Carolina gold rice 'porridge' with spring garlic pesto, hen egg, duck tongues & cracklins': Essentially oversold and underwhelmed by the 'congee' at Woodberry Kitchen ($18) the team at Wit & Wisdom came through in a big way with this dish, a $9 cast iron pot of bubbling toothsome rice with an egg yolk mixed in adding a bit of creaminess to the otherwise intensely savory blend of flavors. Rich and smooth but punctuated now and again by crispy onion rings and pork cracklins' this was a dish tailored to my tastes and although not quite as impressive as that at Red Medicine a close runner up for best savory porridge I've encountered. Hudson Valley foie gras tourchon with wild rice granola, red and green strawberries, rhubarb, pecans: Having mixed success with Michael Mina's seared foie gras preps this $20 torchon would prove to be an inspired choice as the creamy torchon was paired with some nontraditional flavors in the form of the bitter green strawberries and clover greens plus a bit of crunchy puffed rice in addition to the standard sweets present in strawberries, strawberry jam, and candied nuts. Good on its own but far better spread on griddled brioche I spent quite a bit of time enjoying this dish leading to a Keller-esque replenishing of my bread with warm slices from the kitchen - a lovely gesture but probably the last thing I needed given the substantial amount of carbs consumed. Pineapple Lime and Green Tea Lemonade Sorbet: Ostensibly served to cleanse the palate before moving on to proper desserts these two quenelles sat atop shortbread crumble, both options refreshing and smooth but the former almost too sour without the crumble to add some balance. Rhubarb - Strawberry Shortcake, Fromage Blanc Custard, Rhubarb Sorbet: The only dessert I probably would not have ordered based on its description I was admittedly quite fortunate to have this one 'forced upon me' with the rest of the tasting as the "shortcake" was literally made with little more than strawberries and a bit of four while the liquid nitrogen frozen custard and rhubarb threads provided a textural crunchy juxtaposition to the soft, dense cake and intense sorbet. Red Velvet - Spiced Pecans, Chocolate, Cocoa Nib Ice Cream: Try as I might I remain a slave to my Midwestern palate and a cake over fruit/pie mentality, particularly red velvet and as such this dish really caught my attention in a big way - the deconstructed cake rife with cocoa while the slightly sweet yet spicy pecans lent a lot of kick. Finished with cocoa rocks, a dollop of milk chocolate cream, and bitter-sweet ice cream I was surprised to see something so rich this early in the tasting - at least until I saw what followed. Banana Cream Puff - Chocolate, Coconut Tapioca, Hazelnut Sherbet: I was told I'd be served 'demi-portions' of the desserts as part of my tasting but this was clearly not the case with my first two items, or this one - the best of show in a very strong lineup. Featuring a baseball sized choux pastry with a caramelized sugar shell and an interior stuffed with banana pudding while whole hazelnuts, hazelnut sherbet, and dots of chocolate lined the plate what truly wowed here was the 'tapioca' - part actual tapioca cooked in coconut milk and part balls of actual coconut made with a mini-melon baller. If this is on the menu, get it. Coffee and Cake - LAMILL Devil's Food, Espresso Curd, Brown Butter Coffee Sherbet: A rather timid visual composition compared to the others this was essentially a molten chocolate cake with hefty notes of LAMILL triple-origin "Espress" filling the interior while milk foam and mild sherbet acted as a sort of cappuccino-froth topper to the intense cake. Delicious but definitely the least exciting of the quintet I actually liked the espresso-curd curly-queue the best of the bunch, a semi-solid cream that tasted precisely like the coffee I was drinking. Baltimore Bar - Peanut, Pretzel, Chocolate: The only dessert dish that seems to cross boundaries from one Mina spot to the next, the "Baltimore Bar" (since experienced as the Bourbon Bar at Bourbon Steak Scottsdale) is every bit as decadent as it looks and given the total of day's eating it was actually too rich to finish as the dark chocolate exterior, studded with peanuts and pretzels, housed a core of rich peanut butter mousse nearly as thick as actual peanut butter but substantially more creamy and sweet. The verdict: I will simply say that nearly every aspect of my visit was superlative and while I have never had the opportunity to meet Michael Mina himself I continue to have the utmost faith in his restaurants no matter where I go.

    (5)

  • Benjamin M.

    Service is amazing and the food is really awesome. Been here three times and the drinks are always what I expect and the food is everything and then more then expected.

    (5)

  • Nicole E.

    I've only been here for Happy Hour, and it's awesome. $5 red and white wine selections (one of each), $3-5 beers, and a reasonably priced cocktail of the day. I have never had a happy hour cocktail there appeal to me, and I wonder if that is part of the get-you-in-the-door strategy. There is also a very limited selection of $5 small plates. And happy hour is offered EVERYDAY - yes, including Saturdays and Sundays. The happy hour wings and meatballs are delicious, and my go-to selection. I've also had the Old Bay chips and dip, which are great kettle cooked chips. I had just wished they were served warm! Last time, we also tried the crab deviled eggs on the Happy Hour menu. They were good, but small (only two pieces - one medium sized egg deviled) and had absolutely no crab taste. The rest of the bar menu is very expensive ($19 burger?!) so be prepared if you are not into the happy hour selection. In the summer, you can sit outside (happy hour is not available at the outside bar; you need to sit at the lounge chairs close to the coffee shop side - i.e., the left when you are looking at the water) and have one of the most beautiful harbor views. In the winter, you can sit in the lounge or at the bar, and you feel like you are in a lodge at a fancy ski resort with a water view. The one star comes off because the happy hour selection is quite limited - which would be fine if not ordering off the happy hour on any reasonable budget was feasible. However, the cost of regular food or drink is exorbitant, and would not only negate the money you saved on the happy hour specials, but make you wish you had gone out for real dinner. I'd almost rather see the happy hour specials cost a little bit more if the non-happy hour specials could cost a little bit less.

    (4)

  • MyMy C.

    I've been going to Wit & Wisdom since they opened. While I have dined in the dining room and the bar, my preference is to sit at the bar and have some good cocktails, appetizers, and share an entree. I think I have tried almost everything on the menu, and like to try whatever is new when the menu changes. We come here because the drinks are excellent, food is consistent, and they take care of us. I give the food 4 stars but ambiance and service make this a 5 star rating.

    (5)

  • Jay G.

    My girlfriend and I went to Wit & Wisdom for lunch while in search of a crab cake rated well in Baltimore. While here, we went with the Charred Octopus and Michael's Ahi Tuna Tartare which were both very tasty and delicious as well as fresh. For our sandwich/burger, we shared the Maryland Crab Cake Sandwich as well as the 'Bourbon Steak' Burger. Both of these were also very tasty but I was unable to eat all of the food since I got full. Overall, we would recommend this place to anyone looking for a good meal on the inner harbor.

    (5)

  • Michael M.

    The bar is very cool and great for happy hour. During the summer the outside area is very fun. As a Baltimore local I go here semi-frequently for the bar but I've eaten here about four times two for brunch and two for dinner. Brunch: Stuffy, not a local scene, ok if you are staying at the hotel but there are other places around that aren't so uppity feeling. Food is just ok. Dinner: Expensive, good service, food isn't the greatest. My last visit I got the filet and it was overcooked and cold. For locals it's a cool bar area and bar food is ok if not a little expensive; stay away from the restaurant, you'll spend a lot for just ok food.

    (3)

  • Kelly H.

    Wit & Wisdom is one of the best dining experiences I've had to date. My boyfriend and I went there on Valentine's Day, drawn to the tavern for the titillating menu options and unique name. The ambiance is beautiful--a mix of rustic and modern decor. I loved the romantic, dark lighting and the general vibe I got from the atmosphere and the employees. It was upscale, but welcoming, which is hard to come by. My boyfriend and I both got cocktails, which were clean and refreshing. The waitress brought us grilled bread and warm honey as an appetizer, which was so outstanding, we ordered more. For our first course, I got soup and he got salad--both were very good and just the right portion sizes. They offered us an amuse bouche after the appetizers, then we got our main courses. I had ordered an oven-roasted chicken, which came with miniature waffles and roasted vegetables. My boyfriend got a steak, which had brussel sprouts and walnuts. Both of our entrees were AMAZING, and we ate every last bit. For dessert, we had a lovely peanut butter/ chocolate tarte, and reveled every bite. The presentation of each course was so beautiful, and everything tasted great. The experience was wonderful in every aspect and I can't wait to go back for our next special occasion!

    (5)

  • Jenny H.

    It's a really nice restaurant, but the breakfast food was just decent given the price, not delicious. I came for breakfast early on a weekday, and they have a very simple menu. Their rancher's breakfast was OK, just two eggs (ordinary), with little round potatoes (red, blue and others)- the best part of the breakfast with sauteed onions, and bacon. The bacon was overcooked and dry. For $18, it was disappointing. The shrimp and grits were pretty good, came out piping out which I like and the sauce was good. The shrimp wasn't as meaty or big as I normally like them to be though. I may want to come back on a weekend to try their weekend brunch which I heard was really good.

    (3)

  • Jordan B.

    Excellent service while dining here. The servers were very knowledgable and kind. The food was exactly what I ordered! Perfect place to have night out with a loved one! Highly suggest ordering on of the selections of steak, you will not regret it!

    (5)

  • Mark N.

    How could you not like a place that has $5 wines, $5 snacks, a posh outside sitting area with an awesome view, and just the fact that it's at a four seasons hotel? My guest and I had a great happy hour taking in the sites. Deviled eggs stuffed with crab and chicken liver mousse were our selections; and not at all disappointing. Such a tease that has me wanting more items.... Definitely considering dinner!

    (4)

  • Nicholas L.

    My wife and I went here to celebrate our third wedding anniversary. We both ended up getting the 5 course tasting menu. We were blown away by the quality of each dish. The service was great . The serving sizes where huge for a tasting menu by the time we got to the 4th course we were pretty much stuffed. The only drawback is that the bar area can get kind of loud. I think it's because the hotel guest comedown stairs for a drink and end up there for 4.

    (4)

  • William C.

    I had a reservation here for a week and the table was ready when we arrived. Our experience with the service was typical (ie/ server took down our order, provided bread on the table, refilled our waters, checked on us). The upside to the service was our server didn't rush us. With regards to the food, I wasn't blown away - everything tasted simple, despite the ingredients used. For the appetizers: 1. the foie gras - sweet and buttery flavors - this would have worked very well as a dessert, especially with the strawberries and the peanut butter crisps. 2. the roasted bone marrow - This appetizer was incredible heavy on my stomach and I can eat. Again, I felt it was out of place on the appetizers 3. the heirloom beet salad - this was done pretty well. For the entrees: she had the sunburst trout, which I should've gotten myself . It was delicious, especially the clam broth that was rested underneath it. I ordered the pork duo- this was pork Overload. There was belly and (the loin?) along with a strip of bacon. I felt the emphasis on this dish was on the three different cuts of pork rather than the flavor and texture. I just felt, 'meh..' Dessert: Panna cotta - if the bone marrow and the pork hadn't filled me up, i would've dug into this more. It too was delish. With the overall experience, my primary reason for coming here was its location - the food i ordered fell short, but the service made up for the outing

    (4)

  • Helen T.

    Ambiance was quite lovely. A modern take on a wooden tavern theme. There is an open cooking area with a wood burning oven which gave a rustic feel to the modern decor. Love the rich brown hues and vintage looking light bulbs. Grilled Bread with lightly whipped goat cheese mousse topped with honey was absolutely heavenly. The Steak ribeye was slightly tough but delicious flavors. The smoked flavor blends well with the richness of the red wine sauce. The mushrooms add a nice dimension of flavor that complements the steak. I tried the NY strip on a next visit to W&W - it was so tender and delicious! The black truffle Mac and cheese as absolutely delicious. It had a nice smoky flavor that balanced the earthiness of the truffle and sharp creaminess of the cheese. The noodles were spiral and thick, tying the dish together well. LOVE. Not ashamed to say I've ordered it each time I've been here. ;) The mushroom side dish was okay. I liked the variety of mushrooms but felt the lemon was overpowering and took away from the flavors of the dish. I tried some of the lobster pot pie. It was so delicious! May order that next time. Expect a spectacle when the waiter comes out to prepare your dish! I won't spoil the surprise but I thought it was so adorable they way they arranged the plate :)). Def a great place for a special occasion or just because you feel like spoiling yourself. ;)

    (4)

  • Deirdre A.

    Lovely dinner, great view, fantastic lobster pot pie!!!( I dream of eating it again) one of my favorite places to eat in Baltimore, you just have to get past the retards hanging out at the bar:)

    (5)

  • Teresa A.

    This is a beautiful place! I am a bargain hunter and this place was definitely out of my comfort zone, but going to meet an old friend during happy hour turned out to be excellent! The drinks and apps are definitely affordable during happy hour and we had a great time. Great place to relax in their multiple lounge areas. My friend was an hour late so I grabbed the only seat available in one of the lounge areas, there were two HUGE guys sitting there, come to find out they were Ravens players and were super nice and "allowed" me to sit with them till my friend showed up. Just saying, it was pretty awesome! Again, it's pricey, so I enjoyed the happy hour wine, and the port cheese dip. I would love to come back again and have dinner and just splurge a little! Definitely a place to chat, very romantic, very classy!

    (4)

  • Aileen P.

    Amazing brunch buffet! Great variety and presentation. Took mom for her birthday and knocked her socks off.

    (5)

  • Julie D.

    We had made reservations here to celebrate our daughter's graduation, it was to be a night of celebration. The evening started out well with our table ready when we arrived and a lovely card signed by the staff congratulating her. When the menus were delivered the server asked which of us were not able to have gluten (3 of us) and pointed to the one or two items on the main menu that we could order. Really? 6 weeks notice of our allergies and the best they could do was offer a dish or two? Our daughter is pescatarian and couldn't have either of the items offered (which they knew about in advance). It went downhill from there. They ended up serving her steamed broccoli and dry white rice. Seriously. She is not allergic to seasonings or many sauces, it is really quite easy to saute vegetables with garlic, peppers and onion. Create a quick sauce with citrus, any number of creative ways to elevate dishes with out resorting to wheat or dairy. Unfortunately this restaurant, which was supposed to be the highlight of our trip, sorely disappointed. Sure they provided a lovely selection of desserts at no cost after we complained, but it was too little, too late. Imagine spending the money to dine at a fine restaurant and having to go out to eat afterwards because they could not accommodate your diet, despite the emails to the manager about them ahead of time. The only reason there is more than one star on this review is because our wait and support staff were so good. Management and the kitchen were sub-par.

    (2)

  • Leila S.

    This place is beautiful and classy. The lounge over looks the harbor for a nice sunset . The drinks were good yet very over priced. I ordered the turkey burger and paid over $20 for the burger alone. But it was worth going to and would again.

    (4)

  • Riley K.

    Went for Happy Hour (daily 4-7pm) and had a good time. Bar seats are comfy and the vibe is nice - modern / raw wood / metal / white brick. Patio seating available, but construction is currently hindering view of Harbor. Had numerous (2 beer, 2 cocktails, 2 wine) drinks from HH menu and 4 of 5 appetizers from HH menu and came out around $50 with tip. I always like to order all of the HH food and make it a dinner for two! We enjoyed the Amish pimento cheese, Amish meat spread stuff, wings and meatballs. Will definitely be back. At least 4 areas for lounging on couches / chairs.

    (4)

  • A. S.

    This is the place to come if you're looking for a great view and top-notch service. In the dining area you can sit facing the water or facing the open kitchen, where you can see the chefs preparing your meal. Service is very attentive, although food comes out slowly--this is not the place to go if you're looking for a quick meal. Or even a meal that's not particularly long. I wasn't in the mood to drink so I ordered a shirley temple--I don't know how they made that thing, but it was somehow like no other shirley temple I'd ever had and also exactly what I was looking for. Maybe house-made grenadine? I should have asked the waitress. I ordered the crabcake. It was good, but I would have liked a bit more salt. It was served over some sort of roasted tomato puree, which I didn't think added much, but the side, which was roasted beets with pistachios and croutons, was delicious. Two other stand-outs were the lobster corn dogs and the roasted corn. Recommended for a date night or special occasion. Or when someone else is footing the bill.

    (4)

  • Yong K.

    Yummmm great tasting food sure tastes better when it's free! My friend's mother treated a small group of us to dinner here so while I usually take price/value into my rating of a restaurant... it's kinda biased/nonexistant for here. Anyways, the FOOD: (we didn't order many main courses cuz we weren't too hungry) - lobster corn dogs: i was expecting a whole lobster tail inside, but it's not. but still delicious!! one order comes with 6 small ones - tuna tartare: they mix it up with some egg, pears, etc. it was fresh and really tasty! one of the best tuna tartare's i've ever had - crabcake: really good!! lots of crab meat. i still love faidley's the best but this is a great crabcake too - grilled octopus salad: this was the hidden gem of the night. i had never tried grilled octopus so wasn't expecting much but the way they prepared it made the octopus not too chewy, but just right. and the flavors with all the veggies and squid ink and others was really good - bone marrow: my first time trying. was pretty good, but can feel kinda oily/greasy/heavy if you haven't tried it before. but they give bread with it and you can eat it with it. - black truffle mac n cheese: GREAT. darn good mac n cheese dessert: - LEMON: delicate meringue, avocado, grapefruit, cilantro. This was really good. flavor was complex (i hope i'm using that word correctly). all the different ingredients gave their unique flavor and ultimately, everything worked together really well. - panna cotta: has some tang and has some sweet. blend it together on your spoon for a party in your mouth!! while i didn't pay, i still saw the prices and thought that they were a little pricey for some of the dishes, considering the dishes weren't that large (portion-wise) Interior was super clean and modern looking. Huge glass walls that look out over the inner harbor. Beautiful view, and afterwards, you can go outside on the walkway/patio near the water if the weather is nice. service was great. very helpful, polite, and quick. If you're in harbor east and want some good food, i recommend this place! a little pricey, but hey, if you're in harbor east, you're bound to spend money. might as well spend it on this good restaurant.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth W.

    My husband and I treated ourselves to our first post-baby "date" at this Four Seasons eatery. We loved the soaring ceilings, gorgeous harbor-side views, small and focused menu, and its apparent aspiration to serve the best of seasonal Maryland cuisine. However, the quality of the dishes--and service--was uneven. Am I the only person who knows what heirloom tomatoes and burrata mozzarella are supposed to taste like? Given Michael Mina's reputation, surely the chef in command knows better, but his buyers don't. This restaurant ostensibly has a commitment to sourcing local, seasonal products (each meat has its provenance included in the dish's title) but these tomatoes were as mealy as you'd find in a Giant Foods come February; This is a shame considering local markets are bursting with deep red and purple, jewel-like heirlooms right now (priced for a pittance). I shudder to think where the flat-tasting burrata was procured. The oysters were delicious, although as others have pointed out it's a shame there weren't more different varieties to choose from, so close to oystering waters. The wine was extraordinarily expensive. A glass of California chardonnay for $17? This is about what the Gramercy Park Hotel charges to imbibe among Warhol and Basquiat paintings. I surmise that the drinks are priced to keep out the "hoi polloi"... yet with such a marquis location this is not easily accomplished. There was a boisterous, drawn out birthday party where the guests had a few too many pricey cocktails and lingered long with fuchsia gift bags scattered on the restaurant's oversized furniture. Our main courses, baked chicken and pork loin respectively, satisfied, but didn't wow us. The middle-of-the-road flavors didn't match the high falutin' plated presentation. Finally, the panna cotta dessert, while tasty, looked like human parts scattered at a car wreck. In its Harbor East neighborhood, full of overpriced, mediocre restaurants (with a few exceptions), Wit & Wisdom is one of the worst offenders.

    (2)

  • Lou L.

    We went here on a Saturday night. Our reservation was for 845 and we were seated immediately. The staff at the front of the house was very friendly and smiled the entire time. Our waitress came over very quickly and made some suggestions off the cocktail menu, which were very good! For an appetizer we ordered the charcuterie plate. Everything on it was delicious, aside from the head cheese, but that is not for everyone. As an entree my wife ordered the pork loin and belly entree. I had the lobster pot pie as suggested by our server. As a side we had the truffle mac n cheese. My wife really enjoyed her entree and the lobster pot pie was amazing. The mac and cheese was also delicious. For dessert we ordered the Baltimore Bar. We really liked it and I'm not even a peanut butter person. All in all, this was a great meal. Sure it was expensive but the food, staff, environment, and presentation was great. I'm assuming the less than stellar reviews are coming from stuck up people staying at the hotel. You won't be disappointed with this restaurant.

    (5)

  • H G.

    If you want a classy experience with nice ambiance, Wit & Wisdom is a great place for a happy hour and light dinner. Drinks are strong and nicely done. The Lobster Corn Dog and Amish Cheese are a must-have at the bar/lounge area during happy hour. The charcuterie and cheese plates are great snack for late night mingles. For dessert, the CCC and the Strawberry Rhubarb are to die for. I believe they are seasonal so keep and eye out. Brunch is ok, a little expensive for the buffet and all you can drink.

    (4)

  • Amanda I.

    This was an amazing 'experience'. The food was amazing, the service outstanding, and a very clean atmosphere where you watch the chefs prepare the food in the kitchen right in front of you. Our waiter was one of the best waiters I have ever had, period. He was extremely informative, but not overly so. He made recommendations for meals when they were sadly out of pork belly. He was prompt. All of our food (4 top) came out at the same time. Drinks were re-filled during the entire meal as quickly as we put them down empty. I got a Moscow Mule, which even though not served in a copper mug, was one of the best I've ever had. The grilled bread was to. die. for. We each got a ramekin of our own dipping sauce which I enjoyed. I got the roasted virginia chicken and the skin was done to perfection, the kale was amazing. The only thing I would do differently was NOT get the truffle mac n cheese. The sauce was not very good and I am lactose intolerant, it wasn't worth getting sick over. My fiancee got the tiny potatoes which were very good. Three of us got the chicken and one got the swordfish which was enjoyed as well. The portions are not big, they were the perfect size to finish the meal, not feel overly stuffed, and be perfectly satisfied. The desserts looked fabulous, however, we did not get any. Yes, this IS an expensive restaurant, however I don't mind paying 40$ for a meal if its enjoyed.

    (4)

  • Joseph N.

    We went here at an off time around 3:00pm for lunch(we were traveling) and were essentially shooed out of the door. They were open and other diners were eating and being seated, but they had a gaggle of rules for us regarding eating at this time. IE, we would have to be done within 2 hours before dinner started, we couldn't order off the "Happy hour menu" at a table and we couldn't sit outside, even though others were sitting there. Then the Hostess told us it would be best to sit at the bar, and we could get the happy hour prices.....Ummmm, OK. I just wanted to have a nice lunch at the waterfront and was certainly happy to spend some money, so Why tell me all the things I "can't do."? I guess they just didn't want my business or my money, so I spent it somewhere else.

    (1)

  • Michelle W.

    Came to the bar just to have some dessert. I did that twice for two different work trips and each dessert was absolutely delicious. I've had the chocolate bar and the warm apple dessert. Both are amazing! I love my sweets!

    (4)

  • Charles R.

    Some of the reviews talk about overpriced food. It has three dollar signs ($$$), what did you expect? All I know is theyve got giant cowskin carpets, comfy chairs, creative small plates I can eat during happy hour, and the best bloody Sazerac I have EVER had. I've tried them in Boston, LA, DC, Dublin, Rome, London. Yet the best Sazerac I have ever had, was at Wit and Wisdom. I still think about that drink, from time to time... Next time I fly into BWI, I'll stop by. It's inside the Four Seasons Hotel. Keeps out the riff-raff.

    (5)

  • Danny C.

    The food at this restaurant was absolutely divine. The service was sincere and the staff really cared about how your dinner was going. The managers were extremely attentive which I really appreciated. The bathroom is not in an obvious location and they immediately assisted me in finding it as soon as they saw I was searching for something. All in all, nothing could have made this experience better.

    (5)

  • Rachel H.

    My husband and I were in Baltimore for a family wedding, and we had some free time on our last night, so we went to Wit & Wisdom for dinner. The first thing that struck us was that we loved the warm, hip ambiance of the place. We were also knocked out by the service - it was really top notch. We started with the bone marrow appetizer for my hubby which was a first for him. He liked it just fine and thought the presentation was impressive. I had the lobster lollypops and they were delish and the serving was ample. We both had salads, I had the wedge and it was so good. I had one of the fish specials and hubby had the crab sampler and we both loved our meals. We finished with their famous dessert whose name is escaping me - something called a candy bar or something, with gold nugget crunchies on it. It was so decadent and yummy. The only thing that was just okay was the mac n' cheese - it was stone cold. Sent it back, and it came out warm but bland and the pasta was overcooked and mushy. It was all I could do not to ask for some tabasco or something to liven it up. I would recommend a meal at this restaurant, I think it's well worth the price.

    (4)

  • Allie P.

    The decor is modern and inviting, and the waitresses are personable and chic. Brunch is okay, just know you are definitely paying for the view of the beautiful harbor. Happy Hour allows you to try some of the restaurant's greatest appetizers, such as the wings and awesome drinks at a discounted rate. Also, awesome people watching amongst Baltimore's coolest faces. Love taking in drinks outside on the patio when the weather's nice. Late night drinks on the couches make you feel like a VIP. The price is worth how special you feel walking in and out of here.

    (4)

  • Thomas W.

    Had some young relatives in from Canada and wanted to take them out for a good meal with a waterview. The W&W interior is really nicely done without being overdone, hits just the right note. And the waterviews are spectacular. Our waiter and staff were terrific without being too attentive. My steak was nicely done as were the sides. Now this is a pretty tony restaurant so naturally I dressed for it. Which brings me to the only downside. A number of the patrons obviously did not feel it necessary to dress for the event. A guy ahead of me at the hostess booth was in a ratty baseball cap, t shirt with a hole in it and shorts. And he wasnt the only one "dressed down". Makes me wonder if dress codes should come back to some degree!

    (4)

  • Craig L.

    $20 for a chard. Hmmm. What sends this review down the toilet was dinner. In a Four Seasons/Michael Mina, you expect the epitome of service. Place was very lightly seated (day before the 4th). Ordered a signature dish (crab three ways) and waited. 30 mins before bread brought (and two server reminders). Then waited, and waited and waited. A total of 90 mins for the entrée! OMG! And the manager apologized and then comp'd us a % on the entrée (full price for wine/sides). Here is the kicker. When the food arrived it was cold. Room temp cold. Softshell was salty. Awful. Crab soup very good. Crab cake so so. COLD! How do you do that? There are numerous ways to save a customer service experience like this. Not one was tried. Don't waste your time OR money. I would not recommend this to a friend.

    (1)

  • Erica C.

    This is quickly becoming one of my favorite restaurants. My mother and I went here for brunch today. The service was downright amazing. Coffee was flowing and we had about 5 people waiting on now, not including the 2 valet guys, or the door man. The details make this place wonderful. It is upscale, but far from snobby. Valet parking is complimentary. They have your car waiting for you the second you exit. Amazing service. Now for the food. We started with the beignets, which were out of this world. There were only 3 of them, 4 would have been ideal. They came with a delicious chocolate sauce, blueberry preserves, and caramel sauce (amazing, and it had vanilla bean specks in it). I could order a bunch of these and munch all day. I ordered the crab eggs benedict. It was truly wonderful with lump chunks of crab meat. It came with small pave potatoes (Thomas Keller much? ad hoc? LOVE IT!). My mother ordered the fried chicken & waffles, which was also good. The waffles had some sort of balsamic vinaigrette on them, very interesting. The drinks are wonderful. I adore the mimosas. The coffee is also lovely, similar to the coffee service at Charleston. Plus, the half & half is steamed, which is a huge plus. The brunch at Wit & Wisdom is insane. You sure do pay for it though. A brunch for two can cost over $100. I'm still a huge fan of Woodberry Kitchen's brunch. It is cheaper and very similar.

    (4)

  • C B.

    I was disappointed to hear that other Yelper's had a less than par experience...however, I had a fantastic one. I feel this is one of the top restaurants in Baltimore. The atmosphere was upscale: woody and reminiscent of an out-in-the-woods lodge, especially the fireplace and stacked wood. The tables are a little small but understandable because its premium real estate. The bar area looks pretty snazzy to me as well. I commend the chef on presentation--very artistic. The taste was equally impressive. Rockefeller said, "the secret to success is to do common things uncommonly well." IMHO, they did a great job with the common things and threw in a few uncommon. The menu was certainly written by a high-end menu writer as each description seemed very exotic but the food does have an out of the ordinary taste--I'm not going to question their methods as long as my taste buds sing. The service was very thorough and friendly. As I said before, was so surprised that others had service shortcomings, as it seemed that this outfit had good training and motivated staff when I was there. The only thing that would keep me from returning often is that as a fine dining establishment, they have prices to match. If you can afford coming here on a weekly or even monthly basis, then you earn far more income than I do. My dinner date WITHOUT wine but including gratuity was about $170 for two. My dinner guest had her socks blown off and she still talks about it to this day...so I suppose it worth bringing her to this eyeopener of a restaurant. I'll come back next time when I need to impress someone who would appreciate a beautiful spot like this.

    (5)

  • Z B.

    We made a last minute decision to try this place on Saturday night but they didn't have anything available till 10:15pm 15min before the kitchen close time. Service was great starting from the doormen to managers. Salmon croquettes were delicious. I tried one of the seasonal cocktail "Russian Mule" and liked it a lot. Also the red snapper was good and specially liked it because the portion was just right! If you're planning to try this place definitely call ahead to make a reservation.

    (5)

  • Jenine F.

    Mister took me to Baltimore for a long romantic weekend at The Four Seasons. In a celebratory mood and drawn by the happy din and comforting smell of their fireplace, we enjoyed Happy Hour every afternoon at Wit & Wisdom. Yummy drinks, attentive service and romantic lighting made me look forward to 4:00 and their daily wine selection. It rained heavily one afternoon which cut our sightseeing short, so we hung out here, with our laptops, by a fireplace...just in time for Happy Hour! We decided on breakfast our last morning in Baltimore and that didn't disappoint; their Tavern Breakfast was hearty and delicious, and we enjoyed it in a window seat with a full view of the harbor. We'll return to The Four Seasons in Baltimore and definitely to Wit & Wisdom- I LOVED it!

    (5)

  • David I.

    We had a family celebration here for my wife's birthday - February 2015. Everything about it was first rate - table, ambiance, service, food. We will definately be back.

    (4)

  • Kate L.

    Beautiful space, gorgeous waterfront location. For the most part, the staff is friendly and helpful. Have experienced slow service outside, but bartenders and wait staff inside always on point. Weird brunch hours outside (no service until "11 or 11:30ish" but if you get there after 12, you can no longer order from the a la carte brunch menu). So if you want to eat brunch al fresco, you better get there in that hour-long sweet spot. Also, I know this is the Four Seasons, but the prices are just so hard to justify. 2 eggs, bacon, and breakfast potatoes will set you back $20 before tax and tip.

    (3)

  • Shawna B.

    Had the Saturday brunch today. We're happy to pay $35 for a nice brunch, but the selection was puny, the salmon and frittata were by all appearances completely unsalted, the cream cheese under the lox crostini was out so long it was dry and CRACKED. Astonishing. To add insult to injury, what a horrific service experience. Wouldn't validate parking in the Four Seasons garage, charged $4 per diet coke refill, including one that was never brought to the table, and slow to bring those shockingly priced refills in the first place. The food and service is an insult to the lovely location and ambiance.

    (1)

  • Arturo B.

    I finally get to write this review 4 months later... We were visiting Baltimore for a wedding, and the bride's closest friends organized a brunch for all out-of-towners with her the next day. After much deliberation, Wit and Wisdom was the top choice. Being at the Four Seasons, I was ready to pay top dollar. Boy was I wrong. The price would be ~$24 per person for one of the best buffet brunches I have eaten. Tons of options were available. From sweets to savory and cold to hot, you name it; they had it. We ate: parfaits, fruits, scrambled eggs, sausages, cold cuts, French toasts with warm maple syrup. Mimosas. These were pricey. However, given our celebration and special occasion, we indulged. I hope to return to BWI in the near future because W&W is a mandatory stop. Great ambiance, excellent food, and fantastic pricing made that Sunday a most exciting post-wedding celebration!

    (5)

  • Supriya M.

    Went here on New Year's day with family to celebrate my husband's birthday, ultimately it was a dinner to remember with one of the best combinations of ambience, food, and service in Baltimore. The setting is wonderful. We had been here for drinks in the summer sitting on their couches overlooking the harbor, but the winter tavern feel works equally as well. Real wood burning in the fire place and stacked along the walls, quiet, rustic. Catch is clothes have a fireplace aroma, but that went away after a day or two. Cocktail list was the highlight of the drinks menu - the Vicar of Winkfield was truly artisanal, almost had two. Extensive wine list and reasonable beer list round it out. Compementary hot fresh bread served with butter to start. Menu is supposed to be locally sourced and seasonally appropriate, so it wasn't extensive, but it was interesting. Had to pass on the foie gras due to sticker shock ($24!). Selected roasted bone marrow (intriguing - bone marrow is pure fat, so lathered it on toasted baguette which was provided), bison tartare (good as expected), crab salad with vanilla cream (tasty but served cool and may have caused my father-in-law's vomiting later that night). Entrees were superb, pork shoulder fatty, savory, sweet (also reasonably affordable), lamb was reasonably generous portion, perfectly tender, great with the dates, scallop entree perfectly cooked (but pricey). They had an almond pudding as a side which was quite unique, almost dessert-like, and we ordered brussel sprouts and macaroni and cheese which were good as advertised in other reviews. My husband's first dessert was a suprise, chocolate mouse and ice cream on the house for his birthday, with a candle, without the singing. This in addition to the "coffee and cake" (where the coffee sherbet was the highlight), cranberry apple dessert (tart+sweet), and the sweet potato trifle, which was awesome. Service was perfect, everything was prompt, professional, pleasant - a true complement to the evening, not merely the absence of interfering with the experience. All in all, this was one of the best dining experiences we've had in Baltimore. The only real downside was that we had to think a little bit more than we'd like about what we ordered due to its price, but the value for what we ordered (quantity+quaility for dollar) was left no regrets.

    (5)

  • Allison K.

    Amazing. By far the highlight of my Baltimore excursion. I knew I would like the place upon entering, and boy, was I in for a treat. The ambiance is contemporary, with an open kitchen and right next to the kitchen. The cocktails were delicious, unique and fairly priced for what you got. We got the scallop over avocado puree and octopus salad as appetizers, and just wow. The scallop was prepared beautifully and simply melted in my mouth. The avocado puree highlighted the scallop flavor, there were toasted sunflower seeds that provided some texture... it was an unforgettable dish. The octopus salad was also prepared quite well, although I didn't think the squid ink vinaigrette tasted much like squid ink. Maybe that is a good thing? For my entree, I got the Maryland Blue Crab Tasting (crab 3 ways): fried soft shell crab, crab stew and crab cake. All of the preparations were excellent, and nothing was overcooked. The crab stew could definitely have been more spicy, but it was still pleasant. Service was perfect and spot on, as they catered well to my diet and intolerance. We could not have been more pleased with this meal!

    (5)

  • Bruce K.

    Went to Wit and Wisdom for a belated birthday celebration with some friends. The atmosphere reflected by both decor and service was already having us plan out our next visit! Upon entering the restaurant, you'll notice that the spread is also shared with Lamill Coffee (review to come). Now, our group was on a "Baltimore Bar Hop" so we didn't get a chance to order any entrees but the appetizers were more than enough to make us overly anxious for our next visit. We ordered the Wood-Roasted Bone Marrow with mushroom jam and baguette and the Vanilla Braised Pork Brisket which were unlike anything I have tasted before (in the best way imaginable). Both appetizers were shared amongst our group of four leaving none of us unsatisfied or displeased. We ordered Sazeracs which ended our dinner perfectly. By the end of the "Bar Hop", after 5 more restaurant stops and food, we couldn't stop raving about the food here. Wit and Wisdom know how to welcome and satisfy their guests with food, drinks and service. We look forward to our next meal here!

    (5)

  • Jason L.

    Great ambience. Food is good. A little pricey. The ya guy beef was highly recommended, but I thought it was just okay. The rest of the food that I tried was delicious. They also shared a kitchen with Pabu so you used to be able to order so e Pabu items. Unfortunately, I believe Pabu's lease was not renewed.

    (4)

  • Alyssa P.

    We had a bad experience here the other night. We had a private event in the private room with about 30 people. There were multiple issues with the AV equipment which as disruptive to the presentation. Although the most disappointing thing was the poor service. Despite asking for drinks - fountain soda, they never came. There was at least 40 minutes between them collecting the plates for one course before the next course came out. Despite paying for coffee and tea service, no coffee or tea was ever brought out even though we asked. In terms of the food ... I started with a simple salad "greens and herbs" which was very nice with candied walnuts, although it could have used a touch more dressing, but excellent flavor. For the entree, I had the prime rib which I thought was prepared very well - medium as ordered. I also sampled the Grouper and stuffed calamari which was just okay in my opinion. The fish was slightly fishy and the calamari didn't have much flavor. Side of potato and vegetables were tasty as well. For dessert I tried the berry trifle which I thought was very good. The elderflower cream was very well done. They also served a delicious sauvignon blanc although I can't remember the name. I have been here previously for happy hour at the bar which is a great deal with good drink deals and small plates. Also they have an amazing outdoor area to sit and have drinks as well right on the water. Overall a great venue, but had disappointing service on this particular night.

    (3)

  • Brandon J.

    Wit and Wisdom is a great place to go to show off to a date or friends. The atmosphere is awesome and so is the scenery. The meals are expensive but worth the cost. As others have mentioned on Yelp, the lobster pot pie is one of the best dishes I've ever had. My date encouraged me to get it for my birthday and we split it... the presentation and everything was awesome. Last years Baltimore bartender of the year works there and the cocktails are great. The whole bartending staff is great. Also, they have HH 7 days a week so check it out if the dinner isn't quite in your budget.

    (5)

  • Kenny K.

    Typical hotel restaurant. It's getting one star because the server greeted us in the outside seating area by saying that the tables were reserved for people eating lunch and that if we wanted drinks only, we should sit on the couches. (We were the only ones on the deck.) A first time at Baltimore's Inner Harbor was tainted by our experience at Wit & Wisdom. Despite her abhorrent attitude, we did enjoy the Bloody Mary's and wings.

    (1)

  • Kamini S.

    We came here for weekend brunch. We ordered a la carte instead of getting the buffet. My husband had the french toast and I had eggs, toast, and a side of fruit. Pros: Food was okay (his french toast was better than my meal), wonderful view of the harbor from the back patio. Cons: We were the only customers on the patio and the service was extremely SLOW. When I ordered I specifically said, I want a side of fruit instead of bacon (I'm vegetarian) and they brought out bacon! So not only did I have to wait forever the first time to get my plate, I had to wait again. Food was also overpriced.

    (2)

  • Jannelle A.

    Came here for dinner and drinks with a friend on a Friday night. It was a great experience. Since we arrived a bit early and our table was not yet ready, my friend and I had the chance to hang out in the bar. The bar itself is sleek and hip-looking. The view out over the water is pretty cool. I remember the bar being quite crowded, however. When we were finally seated, I was impressed by the ambience and decor. The servers were quite slow to come to our table, but I can forgive that since the place was packed! We had: 1) Rabbit boudin stuffed candela pasta: Delicious. Creative presentation and combination of ingredients. 2) Woodfired rockfish and stuffed calamari: Rockfish was cooked perfectly. Small portion 3) Tavern Mac & Cheese casserole: To die for! Literally the best Mac I've ever had I took away 1 star for the high price point and small portions, but to be fair, the food is incredible and the atmosphere of this restaurant is one of the best in Baltimore.

    (4)

  • Dee D.

    My 2 business partners and I were looking for a restaurant with outdoor seating and a substantial menu. After our 1st two choices were unavailable we decided upon Wit and Wisdom at the The Four Seasons. I am a big fan of the Four Seasons properties and amenities and just recently returned from the Four Seasons Vancouver. While there, I greatly enjoyed their standout restaurant: Yew. So I looked forward to a treat at the new Four Seasons Baltimore. The decor was lovely and the view worth coming for. The menu was limited and unimaginative. The food was POOR. There were 3 great fresh fish selections listed. We were incredibly disappointed to learn that they are serving farm-raised instead of wild caught. The explanation given was that the availability of wild-caught fish was very low and therefore very expensive. One of the choices was a Maryland Rockfish. There's not enough Maryland Rockfish in Maryland? Really? The preparation of the fish was listed as grilled. That fish was FLASH-FRIED!!!! AND IT WAS OVER-COOKED!!! The salads and desserts were fine. Our server was (by self-report) new. The food-runner had more knowledge and professional presentation. Go here for drinks and the view - ONLY.

    (2)

  • Laura D.

    A wonderful, stylish bar with a great view of the water. Great place to chill and end the night!

    (5)

  • Allen M.

    Wit & Wisdom, like some other Michael Mina concepts, is located inside a Four Seasons, this time in the Harbor East neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland What's not to love about Wit & Wisdom. You could play it safe and get the Bourbon Steak burger, which is just as excellent in Georgetown, DC, but there are just so many excellent options here. To start, you can't go wrong with oysters, especially if you are seated next to a window looking through to the harbor. I recall their being a seafood salad that no longer appears to be on the menu...certainly worth a special request. The Atlantic Golden Tilefish, is the best Tilefish I have ever had--so flakey and delicious and was complimented beautifully by the lentils. The squid ink croquettes that accompany the fish are also a nice surprise. When you cut into them, the color is so sharp. Brilliant! The black truffle macaroni and cheese is so rich and delicious. If you go to Wit & Wisdom you must order this...split it with someone if you can. The bar is equally as brilliant. A fantastic selection of spirits and wine, makes all of the dishes pop, the way they were intended. The drinks are made well, and the wait staff is great! An instant classic, Wit & Wisdom will become one of your favorite Baltimore dining destinations.

    (5)

  • Robert C.

    So my overall experience at this restaurant was pretty good. The atmosphere is casual while the decor is a nice mix of contemporary and industrial. It took us a while to get seated when we first arrived even though the restaurant wasn't that busy, however it wasn't much of an issue since they had some nice couches for us to lounge around on while we waited. This particular restaurant I will break down into food and service since they were truly the significant portions of my experience. Food Bread - I don't normally comment on the bread, but it was very well made -- lightly toasted and buttered to perfection. Toss on their mascarpone and honey spread and you will feel like you are eating straight up crack. Entree - I ordered the steak (either filet or skirt) frites as I am a huge fan of skirt steak and french fries (except for those thick ones that are ginormous potato wedges). When the steak came out, it was more akin to beef jerky -- like so well done it was an actual workout sticking a fork in it. Thinking that "fixing" it wouldn't lead to anything I just ate it anyways. Other food - everyone else enjoyed their dishes which included the softshell crab, the burger, meatball parm (huge portion), the grilled shrimp salad (though the dressing was salty so ask for it on the side), fried chicken (no bones, so feel free to use your knife and fork). Service So why such a good rating? Simply because a sharp waitress noticed I hadn't eaten most of my steak and that it was indeed overcooked without me saying a thing. She kindly offered me something else on the menu, but I declined since I was pretty much full anyways. The manager then came over and asked if there was anything else I wanted or anything else they could do, again I declined. At the end of the meal when the check arrived, the waitress told me that the manager had taken the steak off of the check. This is what sets this restaurant apart. They don't just have a bunch of good food. They have excellent management which as we all know trickles down into excellent employees. So maybe my steak was overcooked, but the other food was good and my experience could not have been better. This is Rob, signing off.

    (4)

  • Andrew S.

    Service was slow, waited 10 minutes before the waitress took our drink order. Swordfish was overcooked so it was dry. Split the butter lettuce salad, if I had been informed how small it was I would have ordered my own, or not ordered it at all for 14 dollars. Great view, poor service, not terrible food but overpriced for what you get. Disappointed.

    (2)

  • Mark N.

    A very high-end spot inside the Four Seasons hotel. The decor/view and service are excellent however the prices are terribly high. I wouldn't go here for more than 1 or 2 drinks and I would heavily suggest you avoid ordering any food, it's just a bad value for average quality stuff. I imagine they get by on hotel guests who are either on a company credit card or just too scared to venture outside into Baltimore after binge watching The Wire. Still, Wit and Wisdom is a nice meeting spot and great for groups. If you're going to overpay for a drink than try one of of their specialty cocktails vs paying $8-9 for local draft.

    (4)

  • Jennifer H.

    We had a stellar experience here on Saturday night. I made a reservation with OpenTable, and I left a note in the comments box that it was my husband's birthday. When we arrived, they gave him a birthday card that was signed by all of the staff. What a nice surprise! We peeked at the wines by the glass list and they were pretty pricey for us, even for a special occasion. Luckily, we were able to find a nice bottle of Rose that didn't break the bank at around $35. The sommelier was super friendly and nice. They keep the bottle chilled nearby and she came around regularly to refill our glasses. We loved all of our dishes. We started with the charred octopus, which was perfection. The octopus was smoky from the char, but soft and not tough at all. It came with a fried, runny egg to dip it in and potatoes in order to craft the perfect bite each time. This charred octopus was way better than the similar dish at Ouzo bay that I had earlier in the week. We loved it! We also started with the scallop crudo or ceviche [I can't remember which one]. The waitress told us it would be small, but it was a decent size and was also excellent. Again, all of the ingredients were well thought out, and the presentation was beautiful in a seashell atop of a bed of shaved ice. For entrees, I ordered the wood-grilled rockfish and my hubs got the 8oz filet. We shared. The steak was perfection: cooked perfectly medium rare and buttery. The rockfish was nice as well, but I am learning that I do not love rockfish. My husband really liked it though. It came on top of rice. We were worried that we would not have enough food and we wanted a veg, so we also got the broccoli with 3 cheeses. It was definitely cheesy, which is always a hit with me. When the dessert menu came I was planning to order something for my husband's birthday, but again they surprised me and beat me to it. They automatically brought out a chocolate mouse dessert with a candle. They certainly made us feel special all night!

    (5)

  • Dan M.

    I went here for a relatively late lunch. The place was empty. The dining room was very nice and the outdoor bar seemed spacious. The staff was very friendly and the food came out in a timely matter as well. The lunch menu was very limited too. The bread that was served was alright. It did not come out warm. Rather than butter or oil, a mascarpone cheese spread was given. There also seemed to be some cinnamon in the spread. The waiter told us we would be asking for more because of how good the spread is. I would not go that far. It tasted like a cinnamon French toast when the bread was added. For appetizers, the ahi tuna tartare ($21) and the cheddar pimento cheese dip ($9) was ordered. The tuna tartare was good and had a nice little kick to it. There was habanero peppers and chili oil that gave it that kick. The pimento cheese was way too salty. This was probably from the bacon that was in the cheese. The salt taste was very overwhelming. For lunch, I ordered the New England lobster roll with a side of greens ($25). The portion was very small. I finished the roll in 5 average bites. The quality of the lobster was decent, nothing great. The bread was toasted well though. The relish that was on top of the roll was bland I thought. The greens were just greens with a vinaigrette dressing, not much to complain about. I also tasted the French fries. They tasted like fast food fries to me. They also threw in complimentary deviled eggs. They were topped with crab meat and old bay seasoning. They were great. The only problem was they only gave 3 for a party of 4. This might have been my favorite food of the meal. Will I go back? Unlikely. Too high of a price with the quality and quantity of food I had.

    (2)

  • Justin K.

    So before going to see the move "The Avengers" my wife and I decided to give Wit and Wisdom a try. We have heard nothing but good things about it and we visit the attached coffee shop, no affiliation, Lamill a lot (Definitely recommend their coffee and beignets). This place is located in the bottom of the new and gorgeous Four Seasons hotel. The space for Fox and Owl is very warm and inviting. There is a large circular bar in the middle with couches surrounding a fire place. There are also other cozy lounging areas as well. When you walk in you immediately smell the wood fire grill. No really, the smell punches you in the face and I love it. Anything cooked over a wood grill has to be awesome, as long as it is executed properly. We were immediately seated and I noticed there were a couple of guys with ear pieces in and it made me wonder who was in the building. Low and behold sitting behind us was the Governor or Maryland. Hope that wasn't tax payer dollars he was using! Our server was awesome and was very knowledgeable about the menu and the drink menu. The beer list is above average, but the wine list is remarkable. WOW, is all I can say. If you cannot find a wine in this place that you like, you suck at life and should not be allowed to drink the glorious fruity beverage. After reviewing the menu and making a tough decision on an appetizer we went with the Charcuterie Plate. These are in house cured meats and they sounded good, our server sold us on them. When they came to the table the lovely meats included, beef tongue, prosciutto de parma, scrapple, chicken liver mousse, spicy cap, 2 kinds of in house cured ham, olive loaf, pickled beans and peppers and a baguette. My favorite, the beef tongue. Oh man did they hit that one out of the park! Highly recommend trying this app. For dinner my wife ordered the Amish chicken and I ordered the rabbit 3 ways. Additionally, we ordered a side of the sun chokes with an egg on top and the hush puppies. My wife's chicken was awesome but my rabbit was by far the winner today. It came with a rabbit "chicken fried steak", rabbit sausage, and then a pulled bbq rabbit hiding underneath accompanied by 3 types of mushrooms and a jus. I am not going to lie; I was slightly aroused that rabbit was so good. When I finished the sausage, I swore I found religion! The hush puppies were OK and the sun chokes were really good, however there was a lot of oil and butter at the bottom of the cast iron pan, so that was a little bit of a turn off. By the way, people were complaining about small portions and I don't understand why. The entrees were quite large and I was stuffed after eating the entrees. In fact I had to power through the food wall to finish it. And trust me, I can put the food away and this was no easy task. The desert menu looked really good; I just DID NOT have any room. Instead I ordered a delicious coffee, which came from Lamill and it just rocked. Overall, this meal was great, easy 5 stars. Probably one of the better meals you will have in Baltimore. The only downside to this place is the price tag that comes along with the farm to table restaurants. This place uses all local ingredients which cause the prices of the menu items to rise, so be prepared for your wallet to get punched in the kidneys. Also be sure to go outside of your box and try something different, this menu definitely lends to that experience. I will definitely return to try the venison they had on the menu!

    (5)

  • Ryan Z.

    Ambience and Decor was on the spot. but I'm almost pretty sure the entire restaurant is runned by republicans and/or angry white woman who are pissed that their husbands are cheating on them. the sashimi was rather pathetic, a bastardization of a traditional asian dish but the rest of the other food was pretty good. The crab cake was fantastic. but i would hope so because I'm in Maryland so the crab cake better be fantastic... Overall my experience here was rather mixed. I had come from protesting oppression and social inequalities and then had to dine in a place where the food was the embodiment of social inequalities... especially that sashimi. Our server was also extremely strange and kept staring at my fingers which made me very anxious. I probably wouldn't be as creeped out if she had not looked like the female version of Chucky The Doll but she did. Overall. Don't come here unless you want to surround yourself and eat the overpriced product of a college kid who just got out of culinary school. There is probably much better food in Baltimore.

    (3)

  • Hayley P.

    Buttermilk Pancakes with a side of HAIR... I was so excited to dine at Wit & Wisdom for breakfast this morning. We were greeted by the very kind staff at the front of the hotel and at the restaurant itself. Our waitress was very attentive and friendly. Our order of Eggs Benedict and Buttermilk pancakes was taken right away and we were left to enjoy our hot coffee. After waiting for 20 minutes I began to wonder when our food would make it to the table. Another 15 minutes later one of the food runners came out of the kitchen with a plate of eggs and pancakes and I was very ready to eat. He however did not know where to take the food and turned around back into the kitchen. Another 5 minutes later he came back out straight to our table and put the food down. I was just about to take a big bite of my pancakes when I noticed a large black hair on the side of the stack. I notified the waiter and the food was taken away. Our waitress then came out and offered a danish to hold me over, I asked if they had fruit instead since I had ordered pancakes already and she told me the best she could do was a croissant and that the pancakes would take a long while to cook. I'm sorry but I'm not the one who served a customer breakfast with a side of hair! The pancakes came out quickly after and the croissant order was cancelled. There was no further apology and no discount on the final check. Overall the food was average and the service was extremely subpar within the restaurant. I will not be returning to Wit & Wisdom and the restaurant brings shame to the Baltimore food scene.

    (1)

  • Christine C.

    I'm a fan of the amazing drinks (like the Walking Dead) and have now become a Friday regular. The lobster corn dogs seem scary, but they're not. In fact you'll only go wrong ordering something you can get at any bar- the wings (overcooked). They're also very accommodating to customizing your order. The bartenders and service are both wonderful.

    (4)

  • Gia J.

    A little on the pricier side. We just went for happy hour. $5.00 appetizers. $5.00 glasses on wine (one red and one white). They also have a $5 signature cocktail that changes daily. It will give you a great view of the harbor.

    (4)

  • Anthony S.

    I was waffling on 3 stars and 4 stars for a while, but I think that I have settled on 4 stars because the overall experience was superb. My family and I dined here for my daughter's birthday brunch on 4/26. Overall, we had a great experience and shared a lot of laughs amidst some very good food; but the overall value of what we got for what we paid was at least $10 per person too steep. Food: The food was great. The only thing that I put in my mouth and considered 'blah' was the breakfast sausage. It tasted like they grabbed the frozen patties at Walmart for 2.99. Everything else though? It was great. From the Greek-inspired area with Baklava, Spanikopita, hummus, and other delectable delights -- all the way to your classic American Fare which included, Roast Pork Leg with Bourbon BBQ and a Whole Grain Creme Fraische; giant pancakes cut into wedges, little french toast pieces, roasted salmon, omelette station, mac and cheese, etc -- all the way to the classic French Pastry section -- and even to the little kid's section which included miniature grilled cheeses, chicken tenders, french fries, miniature PBJ sandwiches, and other cute little kid finger food -- the whole food experience was great. Despite all of that, there was nothing that blew-my-socks-off and would compel me to come back for that price. I am a HUGE brunch fan. My wife is a HUGE brunch fan. We are just brunch-people -- the best of which was in St. Louis at the history museum (I don't remember the name of it, but look it up). For me, yes it was all very good; but I don't think the food was excellent enough to justify the price. Food: 4 / 5 Service: The service was very pleasant. For me, I like my server at a brunch of this magnitude to kind of be like a food tour guide. I want them to welcome me, explain to me the food selection of the day, and offer some food-consuming advice. For what I paid, I wanted a more refined service experience. Despite that though, the server was incredibly friendly, and everyone we came into contact with was almost too-pleasant. It was really nice for my three year old (turning 4) because she had a great time and the server was extremely sweet to her -- even gave her an adorable little blue jellyfish stuffed animal to match her blue dress and eyes. Nice extra touch at the end, and I appreciate that extra effort, even if the service regarding the food wasn't spectacular -- everything else was. Service: 5 / 5 Atmosphere: Beautiful. I don't know what else to say. From the furnishings, to the view of the harbor, to the exquisite setup where all of the food was displayed -- this was truly a beautiful atmosphere to enjoy some good food. There literally isn't anything about the atmosphere that I would change. Contributing to the pleasant atmosphere, and as stated above, was the serving staff. From the ultra-friendly hostess who recommended the cream puffs from the pastry section, to the extra touch from our server -- it truly felt like we were valued and welcomed here. It really felt as if we were part of their family, and they were inviting us into their home to share a meal with them. Atmosphere: 5 / 5 Price: This is where I had some contention. Yes, the food was great. Yes, the service was memorable. And, yes, the atmosphere was sublime. Despite all of that, I felt as if $50 per person for brunch was still too steep. Personally, I firmly believe that $39.99 is an appropriate price point for this brunch. I'm not trying to take anything away from Wit & Wisdom, because they delivered in nearly every way. Just, for brunch, $50 is hard to swallow. Now, I knew this going into brunch; but was optimistic that the food would blow me away so forcefully, that it would justify the price. It just didn't. This isn't to say it was bad, or disappointing -- it just wasn't $50 per person worthy. Price: 3 / 5 (Thought about a 2, but the service and atmosphere experience really jumped it up) Overall Thoughts: After writing this review, it is clear that Wit and Wisdom is a solid 4 star restaurant in my opinion. Though, had it not been for a stellar service experience and a beautiful atmosphere, the star-rating would have dropped precipitously. This review is a testament to all restaurants out there that a food score is not necessarily what all diners are after. Many of us are looking for a great dining experience in addition to good food. Would I be back to Wit and Wisdom? No, I probably won't; but I am glad that I came, and recommend you try it out -- at least once.

    (4)

  • Eunice F.

    Overall experience was wonderful! A little pricey but most of it was well worth it! And the location/decor of the place was nice too, on the waterside... trendy/upscale bar/restaurant... Things worth trying... - Appetizer round, you must try their WOODLAND'S HAM '2009' WEST VIRGINIA, its one of the most wonderfully locally cured ham I've ever tasted! AND the FOIE GRAS was amazing!! :) - Entree.... the Rabbit... it comes cooked 3 ways... portions are small... but the 2 out of the 3 preparations were pretty good... - Desserts.... order all of them if you can... they all looked absolutely delicious! We had the red velvet, Baltimore bar and apple crisp... all of them tasted heavenly! I would go back just to eat desserts, that was the best part of the meal!! :)

    (4)

  • David M.

    The bar has been hit or miss lately. Service can range from good to poor. Needs better management of the bar - either more bartenders or bartenders dedicated to the bar and others dedicated to the restaurant. I waited more than 20+ minutes to be served at the bar - even the busiest bars in NYC, San Fran, etc. serve faster. It could be the premier bar in Baltimore but it doesn't seem to be a priority. Maybe Four Seasons is lowering its standards and brand image or Harbor East Management Group has management problems. The food menu doesn't seem to change. Food is average.

    (2)

  • Joe L.

    After a nice dinner, found a credit card charge of over $1000 more than the bill, in addition to duplicate charges for the correct amount. Spoke to manager more than 4 hours ago. Still not fixed and no further communication. My card blocked as a result. Be VERY careful if you dine here. UPDATE: erroneous charges fixed and manager apologetic but not as much as a free cup of coffee offered in return for all the trouble. UPDATE 2: full refund processed two days later

    (3)

  • Hannah B.

    A co-worker and I ordered lunch for pick up from Wit because we were feeling fancy. The woman that took our order on the phone told us that she told everyone thirty minutes but could give me a call if it was ready sooner. After thirty minutes with no call, I decided to walk over and check on the order. I waited for ten minutes before the food was ready. Clearly they were waiting for me to get there, which would have been fine if I hadn't been waiting for a call. The lobster roll did not have $25 worth of meat on it (all claw, no tail). Both the bison carpaccio and the falafel burger were bland. The fries were either premade and frozen or were days old. All in all the most expensive forgettable lunch I've ever had.

    (2)

  • Roger H.

    Came here for a nice craft beer after walking around the harbor with our eight year old son. The bar is elegant, upscale and filled with lots of folks looking like execs. Lots of men. One of the nicer looking hotel bars I've visited other than the Ritz in Atlanta. Has great comfy couches. They were nice to us and our eight year old. The bar menu by Michael Mina is inviting but seriously overpriced...with a veggie burger at $18. We did not eat...and of course it's the Four Seasons...so..... Had a GREAT drink list. Tons of liquor choices. 5 craft beers on draft that were selected perfectly. Many local brews...unique too...like Flying Dog Bloodline IPA and Brooklyn's Choco stout. Happy hour drops one craft beer price to $4.50. A good but for a great spot.

    (4)

  • Jessie L.

    I live in Harbor East and regularly enjoy Wit & Wisdom for happy hour, but after two unpleasant experiences this weekend, I'm not sure I'll come back. The first experience: We had a dinner reservation for four on Friday night. The restaurant called to confirm with me the day before. When we arrived, the restaurant was not crowded and had plenty of available tables both inside and outside. However, the hostess told us that we had to wait for the table to be prepared and to sit in the lounge "only for a minute." We spent fifteen minutes in the lounge waiting for our table, which was awkward because a cocktail waitress was pissed we weren't ordering from her, even though it was clear we were waiting. When we finally got seated, it took 20 more minutes for a server to take our drink order. Then another 20 for the drinks to arrive. Having worked in the industry, I understand when cocktails take awhile from the bar, but the restaurant was practically empty. After no one asked us whether we had questions about the menu, took our order, etc., we decided to leave after our round of drinks and patronize a different nearby restaurant for dinner. Experience 2: On Sunday, a friend and I tried to have a drink and light meal outside because we love the view, but when we arrived at 6pm, a host told us we could not sit outside because it was "steak dinner" service. Again, plenty of empty tables outside and we were planning on ordering (what many deem) overpriced and overrated food - maybe even would have ordered a full dinner if we had been seated! I don't understand a restaurant turning away customers, especially those who live in the neighborhood and would patronize regularly, unlike some of the hotel guests. Having tried to patronize twice this weekend only to be coldly received, I was extremely disappointed with this restaurant, which I feel has lost its initial cool, quirky vibe in order to cater to the stuffy hotel clientele. If the emptiness is any indication, others feel that way, too.

    (1)

  • B J.

    Ambience: within the lobby of the new Four Seasons, contemporary and sleek, mood setting, right next to the harbor with outstanding views Style: modern yet rustic open kitchen, fire-oven cuisine Service: Water filled at half glass, there was no waiting time and the whole process went seamlessly. Food: oyster stew is best I have had, rich and savory with creamy onion base. Scallops were cooked just right. Portions could benefit by being slightly larger. Overall: Pricey for sure, but worth the overall experience

    (5)

  • Milad S.

    Love the ambience, the bar, and the in house DKJ (at least on Friday evening when I visited). The food was nothing special to write home about considering the price. When you pay $28 for a burger, you expect it to be really good and I can tell you I have had many better burgers than that before. Similarly, while the octopus appetizer was presented very nicely, it did not taste that great. Overall the ambience of the place is better than the food. The service was very good though.

    (3)

  • Ellise G.

    Just run...run..farrrr away from this place.. Decided to take in the lovely Baltimore evening with a girlfriend over a few drinks and we decided what better place to go to than wit & Wisdom. Oh boy were we wrong. First, we sat at the bar to get our first round of drinks. That experience was wonderful. The staff was knowledgeable, very friendly, & overall welcoming. However, we decided to enjoy the beautiful weather and move to the outdoor seating. Once we arrived outside, we found the first open table that unfortunately was still dirty from prior patrons. We ask the first wait staff that we see to clean the table for us, he walks away. Fifteen minutes later, no one has said ANYTHING to us. All of the tables seated around us were occupied and they were being attended to. for the life of us, we could not understand how we were blatantly being ignored. Finally, we ask to speak to a manager who comes over and takes our order. we still waited an additional 20 minutes for our food to come. Overall, the service was HORRIBLE. We were comped our food items, however it did not make up for the horrendous service we had to endure. Stay far away from this place!

    (1)

  • Kojo B.

    Wit and Wisdom has a nice view, to sit outside and drink, well went there for Happy Hour and Service was great. Their HH selection is not the best i have partaking in, but it does the trick. Their cocktail of the day rotates, and we ordered a couple of HH items, i think i had the wings and deviled eggs which were not bad at all. Will try again.

    (4)

  • Katie W.

    I loved this restaurant! It was the perfect choice for a fancy night out. The host, sommelier, and wait staff were incredibly friendly and the food was just excellent. The chefs definitely know how to cook a meal! We had 8 oz steaks, back truffle mac and cheese, and mashed potatoes. The Baltimore Bar dessert is absolute perfection. I will definitely go again next time I'm in Baltimore!

    (5)

  • Nina U.

    Wit & Wisdom is a wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion. I love the view of the water, the vibe and the delicious food- I just wish it weren't so expensive. I can totally appreciate the time and love that they spend on creating each plate but I don't think good food has to be pricy. They switch up the menu by season and also offer delightful specials so no matter how many times you return, you'll always be able to try something new. I wish they would bring back the octopus salad though. It was sooooo good. Their cocktails are also sooooo good but can you bring me a larger one please?

    (4)

  • Assmaa E.

    how to express my feelings about this place! Honestly I can only say that its a MUST TRY! their menu is never the same and all their creations are complex in taste yet light! Great service and love the outdoor seating! The location is so much fun as well! Really just have to go and see for yourself!

    (5)

  • Derek J.

    Probably my favorite restaurant in Baltimore, that serves consistently good food in a beautiful location overlooking the harbor. It definitely deserves more than its current 3.5 star rating from a dining perspective. It is expensive but nothing out of the ordinary for a similar fine-dining experience. The bar area is a nice after-work place to get a drink and socialize as well. 5 star dishes: - Beet salad with pistachio puree - Pork chop: tender, juicy - the best pork chop I've ever had. This hasn't been on the menu for about a year - BRING IT BACK - Bone marrow: roasted simply with garlic and herbs - one of the best bone marrows I've had (and I've had a lot!). Wasn't on the menu last time I was there - BRING IT BACK - Lamb chops - cooked to a perfect medium rare to medium, tender, juicy, and with a good amount of marbling in the meat. The side veggies and beans are delicious as well - Baltimore bar dessert: rich and everything a chocolate dessert should be - Foie gras beignets: This was just awesome. Fried beignets drizzled with honey, and served with shaved cold foie gras on top. The foie gras was like a rich butter that went so suprisingly well with the beignets. GET THIS! 3 star dish: lobster corndog was just okay - the breading masked the lobster meat too much (I'm a lobster purist) TLDR: one of Baltimore's best fine-dining establishments. Get the pork chop and bone marrow (if they bring them back), and definitely try the foie beignets

    (5)

  • Amy S.

    Enjoyed my happy hour experience at Wit & Wisdom. It was only my second time there and it is quite beautiful in terms of location. Lighting, creative seating arrangements with couches and tables within the bar as well as outside tables really add to its ambiance. If you're looking for a great date happy hour place, I'd definitely recommend it. As for the food, not quite as great. There was only a few happy hour bar items and they were all a bit odd....I opted for the crab filled deviled eggs and wood-fired meatballs, which were decent but nothing outstanding. When all was said and done, the evening was pricey...for two drinks and apps $40 with tip. I'd go back for a drink sometime to enjoy the ambiance and the crowd, but not really for the food.

    (2)

  • Beth M.

    Food, service, view, ambiance - everything you would expect from a resturant situationed in a lovely Four Seasons. The service was attentive and helpful, the food was unique (lots of seafood) and hearty and wonderful. Our table was the loudest in the spot and there were definately a few couples on dates. There is a nice bar area for before/after your meal and there was a live band the night we were there (a Thursday). I did an "off menu" vegetarian chef's creation that was amazing. The dessert was sinful with chocolate and peanuts covered in gold (yes, gold). Highly recommend for a special night.

    (5)

  • Jen L.

    I think I have a new Baltimore favorite! So as requested by Elsa, we arrived super early for the Elite Event. I was about to gnaw off my arm so we stopped into Wit and Wisdom and decided to get some drinks and snacks. They had a happy hour menu which had some decent things on there, but then, the Lobster corn dog caught my eye. We had to try it...I don't think I have seen these things in Maine! They were quite yummy. The sesame wings were also very tasty But they were a bit greasy....I recommend a lot of napkins for those. The ambiance is amazing there. It has a very chic natural look with warm colors, wood furniture that look straight out of an Arhaus catalog. This is definitely one of those places where you would find people in suits and yuppy-wear. We sat on the couches off to the right of the entrance and it made for a cozy place to have a few snacks a glass of wine. Speaking of wine, the happy hour Merlot was excellent. We wanted to learn more about it and all the waitress could say was that it was red and Merlot. Really? A high end place like this can't get waitresses that know something about the drinks they serve? Excellent drinks, beautiful ambiance and great food in downtown Baltimore, what's not to love?

    (4)

  • Shar S.

    For poor graduate students who want to live the swankster life on the cheap, Wit and Wisdom is bar none. Pun intended. Every day from 4-7pm, the happy hour boasts specials on wine, beer, light bar food, and my favorite -- a $6 cocktail of the day. When I've come, the cocktail usually is the 'Horse's Neck' which hits a sweet spot among ginger beer enthusiasts. While the cocktails are very tasty and stiff, it's the ambience of Wit and Wisdom that sets this place apart as one of my favorite happy hour spots in town. I love its prime location along the Baltimore waterfront combined with its swanky interior, lounge seating beside a fireplace for colder winter nights, and outdoor patio seating for warmer summer evenings. Additionally, if you happen to be free during lunchtime Mon-Sat, take advantage of the dine-in express lunch special (2-course prix fixe meal for $20). For fine dining on the waterfront, this is a steal of a deal!

    (5)

  • Linette G.

    I'm basing my review solely on the cocktails. I have not eaten here. I've only been a handful of times to W&W because they are really pricey, but it never disappoints. My most recent trip was with a group of about 15. We had a gracious cocktail host who took everyone's orders and delivered them within a reasonable time. There used to be some drinks on the menu made with mezcal that weren't there anymore so I asked the bartender about it and he made one for me! It was SO GOOD. See if you can still order a Oaxacan Smoke. I can't remember the names of everything but one of the best drinks I've ever had was made with mint and raspberry. The cocktail waitress was able to tell me the name of the drink immediately and she was extremely knowledgable about the menu. Wit & Wisdom is a great place to take your bougie out of town friends to impress them, or a great place to go if you don't mind dropping $14-16 on a cocktail. AND KEVIN SPACEY WAS HERE cause they filmed a scene of House of Cards at the bar.

    (5)

  • Ernest P.

    Had Saturday reservation for 6 celebrating dad's 70th b'day. Let them know ahead of time, and we were seated at great table with perfect view, card already on the table, signed by the whole staff. Opened the wine list just to look and then before we knew it the sommelier sidled up just to see if we had any questions. Though we were only ordering glasses she still provided some good advice and gave us more time and attention than we deserved. The wines were all excellent in the 14-16/glass range. The waitress came by and surprised us by "topping off" our glasses which really seemed like another full glass, another nice touch. The food: Beet salad w/goat cheese, Octopus w/potato and fried egg, salad, and clam taglietelle. All were good, the beet salad a little to precious w/small cubes of beet and an aged (as opposed to mild) goat cheese. The octopus was nice, with runny yolk providing plenty of sauciness. Portion was very large, and thus sharable. For dinner the table ordered: Crab 3 Ways, chicken, a couple 12oz Strip steaks MedRare, and Scallops. Tried all the Side Dishes too including truffle mac, marble potato w/bacon, peas and ham, white and green asparagus w/fennel, broccoli w/cheddar, and wild mushrooms. The crab was excellent, with a perfect 3oz cake, fried soft shell, crab soup and toast. No complaints, would order it again. The steaks came out perfectly cooked with a few mushrooms and scant bit of red wine/carrot reduction as a bit of sauce. The scallops were large and nicely caramelized, no complaints either. All the sides made nice accompaniments but were surely not showstoppers. Certainly wouldn't try to make a meal out of, say an appetizer or two, and some sides. Peas a little crunchy for me, broccoli had a wan cheese sauce that didn't resemble "Cheddar 3 ways" but tasty nonetheless. Perfectly cooked Wild Mushrooms, looked like oyster mushrooms only. Went well with the grilled meats. Asparagus and mac n cheese just ok. Had to try a dessert or two, though admittedly nothing jumped out (i'm looking at you dessert with cilantro in it!) Got a B'more Bar and the Strawberry dessert. B'more Bar was excellent, shouldn't have gotten another one to share, but was underwhelmed by the Strawberry dessert though it certainly wasn't offensive. Finished with excellent cups of coffee. The view was great all night. Service was unobtrusive, lots of different staff members for delivering and clearing plates, etc... Would certainly go back, as the food was good, but it is always a great reminder that a truly memorable dining experience is always about more than just the food. In this case, the view, atmosphere, service and company helped make the dinner great with no complaints.

    (4)

  • Gerry S.

    Boy, this place is fancy. Nice, nice, nice. The drinks I had were well crafted. So was my burger. Tasty and cooked over a wood fire. Yum yum. The ketchup that came with my fries tasted funny. Like tomatoes. Everyone was so polite and sweet, and spoke in formal-ish ways. "Would you allow me to clear that?" It's like they were reading a script. There were very pretty people here. And men in suits. Lots of men. In lots of suits. The check had lots of numbers too. I don't think I belong here, but I had fun anyway. ;-)

    (3)

  • Jen P.

    One of the greatest attractions about Wit and Wisdom is its location. In the four seasons hotel with the best view of the inner harbour. Great promenade outside and views, and I believe there are outdoor tables when it is warm. Wit and Wisdom has a very large bar area where it does a big happy hour for a classy crowd, with small plates as well. The restaurant portion has a quieter feel, and the menu had a lot of great choices! Tons of small plates, apps, salads, and entrees so you can kinda create any meal you want out of them! Which I liked.

    (4)

  • Cherpumple F.

    Dinner = okay. I know this is an uber fancy restaurant in the gold coast of Bmore, and so little, delightful portions are to be had here, but I'm a pig. When I was here for dinner, we "pigged out" and then on the way home had to stop by Stuggy's and get french fries and a hotdog to be satisfied. Brunch = amazing. The donuts and anything with poached egg are yummy. Happy hour = the reason why I come here. You get the most beautiful natty boh served in a frosted glass. Yayurrr bringing proletarian together with bourgeoisie.

    (3)

  • Chaka H.

    How did I not know this swanky little bar/ restaurant existed within the Four Seasons?!?! I'm so sad that this was my first time here, but I'm sure I'll return many times. 1. The decor and ambiance is amazing. Beautifully designed, and incredibly classy, the space really makes you feel like you're on a special date (I went with 2 girlfriends) 2. We went right before the Superbowl, and therefore had to try the happy hour drink- which was called the Ravens Royale (champagne, vodka, and other things that made it purple... amazing!). 3. The food was delectable! I believe we ordered each dish on the "snacks menu. The lobster corndogs were surprisingly tasty, while the deviled eggs were the favorites of my friends (I'm not a big egg eater). I enjoyed the chicken wings because they were perfectly cooked, not overly saucy/ seasoned and not covered in fat. So good! 4. The staff was ok, could have been a little more attentive, but we had a great time!

    (5)

  • Beekeeni N.

    Can only speak for happy hour. It's beautiful with lots of comfy couches and pillows but the service eh not so great. We were there for a double birthday, service were barely existent. Ordered one of everything from the happy hour food menu; $5 a pop, not bad. It was all just average if that. I was expected to be wowed.... Nothing. Oh and STAY AWAY from the chicken liver plate. That was the one I was most excited about, unfortunately it was prepared awful. I love liver! mmmmm not so much this time. Pretty gross and the relish on top was yuck. Looks like something squeezed out of a Kraft packet. Also ordered the falafel sandwich, it was "ok" - $16. Was not impressed with food and terrible service. Wouldn't return.... Nice view though. hah! That's about all.

    (1)

  • Sasha R.

    for brunch only. I think that the best thing going for this place is the location. get a table near the window and take a stroll on the harbor after brunch, and it may actually blur your memory of the ridiculous prices. the crabs benedict was the star of the (close to $100) meal, and the coffee was delicious. i just think there are more solid options in the area.

    (3)

  • Craig H.

    The decor is bright and modern while at the same time warm and classic. The same can be said of the menu which features roasted and grilled meats alongside seafood fresh from the bay just outside the window. The blue crab trio I had was amazing with crab cake, softshell done in a tempora batter, and crab stew. And the service is intelligent and dignified yet warm. This may well be the best restaurant in the Baltimore Washington area.

    (5)

  • Elizabeth S.

    Wow, what a disappointment! When I walked in I was so excited to experience a classy place in Baltimore. Instead, I found an insanely over priced menu which I silently put aside because I was intrigued by the ambiance and wanted to know more about the other patrons. We ordered some food... seriously, the servings were a joke! But at the end of the night... I give two thumbs down. Why???? My friend and I dropped some cash, we were low maintenance and still I can't believe I sat 40 minutes without a drink. When our bartender finally came over his response to me asking for the check was, "??another staff person didn't come in, we're all pissed". Ok, I wasn't 'pissed' but WOW, who says that in a "classy place" and after what my friends and I paid.

    (1)

  • Fatima K.

    I really liked this place for dinner. It's the hotel restaurant for the Four Seasons at the Inner Harbor and they did not disappoint. Huge bar area greets you when you first walk in to remind you that you're in Baltimore and that they are indeed a "drinking town". Every restaurant we went to asked the same thing upon arrival, "would you like a few cocktails before dinner???" We have reservations. We're on time. If we wanted to drink prior to dinner, we would have come early. Don't know why but every restaurant around the Inner Harbor asked this. I haven't noticed this anywhere else. It's like they're dying to get you boozed up before dinner. Is it not customary to have a drink WITH dinner as well? It's not really an either or. It made it seem like they didn't have our table ready and they were trying to buy more time. That actually turned out to be the case at every restaurant... Note: They make drinks wonderfully strong here!! :-) Service was good and dinner was great. The prices for steak were unusually high. Yes, I am familiar with steak prices at restaurants but the pricing here seemed oddly out of whack. The lamb was cheaper than the steak and we're not talking about Wagyu beef here or even filet mignon; NY strip ($42). I had the potato and clam soup as a starter and it was absolutely delicious. I don't even like clams but the way this was prepared was exceptional. The fingerling potatoes, bits of bacon, and sage were savory, sweet, and with a hint of sour cream added to the soup the taste was perfectly balanced. I've been watching way too much Top Chef ... The lamb and chicken entrees were both delicious as well but what really stole the show was the side of tavern mac&cheese ... OMG. I have no idea what type of cheese it was but it was amazing and overall the dish was perfectly cooked. Not oily at all and not over or under cooked macaroni. Brilliant. It was so good that the mister and I contemplated ordering a second round but we were saving room for dessert. So glad we did! BANANA was bananas (crazy good!) It's warm banana cake, banana sherbert, cinnamon chocolate, surrounded with brown sugar wafers. The only criticism I can give was that they have an actual fireplace in the restaurant and since it was February and freezing outside it was on (not the problem), the wood chips give off a pleasant woodsy earthy smell that gets into your hair and clothes and once out of the atmosphere of the restaurant, it kind of smells like cigarette smoke. Minor issue but just saying ... This dining experience was the icing on the cake of a successful long-weekend trip at the Harbor. Loved it and thought it was way better than Charleston.

    (4)

  • Rhonda S.

    Food is GREAT. Portions are small and over priced but almost everything on the menu I have had is delicious. The lamb is excellent, chicken delicious, Mac & cheese are great, beet salad excellent, etc. Restaurant and bar are trendy and fun to hang out at. Service however is always terrible!! So slow, a glass of wine takes forever, always takes servers forever to first approach the table.

    (3)

  • Shawn I.

    This bar is a regular stop for many Johns Hopkins MBA student happy hour gatherings. The space is very big and the ambiance is what you'd expect at any establishment associated with The Four Seasons. It feels like you are sitting in the bar of a mansion. There is plenty of sitting space, and the bartenders and waiters are really friendly. The Happy Hour deals are great. I know that they have $4 glasses of win, but I'm usually going with the $2 Natty Bo's. The crowd here is typical for a Four Seasons. A lot of business travelers frequent the bar, and it has a great view of the Inner Harbor. Great place for a casual drink with a friend or co-worker, or a place to relax if you're in the area.

    (5)

  • Katherine H.

    I've been here on a fairly regular basis mostly for drinks. The outdoor bar area is the perfect summer spot. You can relax on their comfy chairs with a group and enjoy a nice glass of wine. The unfortunate thing about this place is that the beer list is pretty slim, but the wine list is great and if you tell the bartenders what you like they usually bring you something pretty good. I've had food here a couple times. The cheese dip is GREAT (comes with pretzel chips!) and especially perfect if maybe you had just one too many glasses of wine at happy hour. The fried chicken sandwich is my absolute favorite entree I've had there and I doubt I would order anything else at this point and the meatballs are really good as well. The only thing I would say is: if it's not happy hour then none of the food is worth the prices they charge. This place is definitely expensive and you don't get too much for your money if you order at normal prices. Still, the drinks are good and the atmosphere is great and those are the reasons this place has become a regular spot for a nice drink by the harbor.

    (4)

  • Kim B.

    Possibly one of the best spots to people watch away from the tourists is outside for dining here. Staff always attentive drinks are "craft" and food is delish. Lobster corn dogs are to die for. Definitely a foodie spot

    (5)

  • Ben H.

    Dinner date in Saturday at 8.......ridiculous in the best of ways. Atmosphere was spot on....great vibe....food was absolutely out of this world....completely delicious and decadent..... Don't be swayed by it being in a hotel. Even with a DJ at 8, we were seated on the right side and the noise level was no issue. One of the few places you can satisfy your fois gras addiction during every single course.... Well done ...!!!!!

    (5)

  • Julian B.

    I ordered a burger and expected some French fries with it. Guess what, it came with fries. Decent burger but you're paying for the location.

    (3)

  • Catherine S.

    Came here for happy hour. Had an ok cocktail and eh deviled eggs. Classy environment with an older sophisticated crowd but not a memorable happy hour experience. I will go back for brunch though.

    (2)

  • Ryan S.

    The food is delicious and the whole restaurant Is beautiful. If the weather permits have dinner outside. Order the bourbon steak burger. That was easily one of the most amazing burgers I have ever had. Also try the ahi tuna that was amazing as well I would give it 5 stars except the music in the bar area is loud enough to slightly disrupt your dinner!! Other then that great experience!!! Don't order the Mac and cheese unless you love truffles.

    (4)

  • Abigail R.

    Wit and Wisdom started a series of dinners: "He said... She said...". This first one was "He said beer... She said wine", which pitted Advanced Sommelier Julie Dalton and Lead Bartender Aaron Joseph in a side-by-side battle to answer the age-old questions of what pairs best. Neither contestants tasted the menu beforehand, and in fact didn't even know the menu until the morning of. We had a five course meal where each course was served with a half pour of wine and beer. Oh, but to start, we had a cocktail made with gin, blueberry puree and lavender - as if the 5 beers and 5 wines wasn't going to be enough.... The first course - an chilled english pea soup with a country ham foam. The minute I saw the hock style glass, I wrote the wine off. I felt like the sommelier was reading my mind when she introduced her pairing: a Austrian Gruner Veltliner, describing that despite the shape of the glass the wine is very dry. The beer was the Dogfish Head 60 min IPA. The fantastic things about pairings is the combination. I do not like IPAs and hoppy beers and I loved the wine. But, with the salty chilled soup, for me the beer was much more enjoyable and the wine was starting a fight. The second course was Zach Mills famous Bone Marrow Oscar: perfectly roasted bone marrow topped with Maryland blue crab. I had no idea that they would work so well together, but the sweet crab somehow cuts the heavy bone marrow making for a savory dish. Both pairings were winners - creating a "party on the palate" for me. I think I picked the fruity, sparking Ribolla Gialla out of Italy over the Heavy Seas Small Craft. The most eye appealing course was the Squid Ink Pasta. I mean look at this bowl... Although, I find squid ink pasta to be a little chewy, I loved the way this went with the crunchy edamame and excellently sautéed calamari. The Flying Dog Red Ale was a nice citrusy pairing for this dish, but I chose the Rosé de Pinot Noir from Germany. (spoiler alert - Pinot Noir is my favorite wine) I think my favorite course of the night was Dr. Joe's Duck. Crispy duck with braised rhubarb, blood orange, and fennel. The chef is creative and ingenious; I think I ate every bite of this dish. This was a tight pairing for me. On the other hand, the Allagash White "has complexity, and stands for itself". The Nebbiolo had a tannic finish with notes of endive and rhubarb. I might have been alone in this one, but I chose the Allagash. The dessert course by Chef Diane was a tasty watermelon with herbs and espellete. In fact, the watermelon alone was good enough to be the winner. Nevertheless, there were really great pairings for this one too. Stillwater Brewery's Cellar Door with notes of white sage vs. the floral Spanish Moscatel with hints of orange blossom. The battle was close, course 1 & 3 for wine and 2 & 4 for beer, so it all depended on dessert... the winner (based on votes from the group) was... wait for it... WINE! Thank goodness for UBER, or I never would have made it home safely... if you haven't tried, them - the link gives you a coupon for your first ride free... Well $20 off, and I have only once had a ride more than that and it was all the way to the airport....

    (5)

  • Vicki C.

    Gorgeous space in the Four Seasons - perfect for a date you're trying to impress or for out of town guests you just want to catch up with. Not sure if it's just me, but I've just never been that impressed with Michael Mina's food - we've been to XIV, Stonehill Tavern, and Michael Mina in SF. Just OK, especially for the prices. BUT I will say that the ambiance is always on point. So you go for the experience, not necessarily for the food.

    (3)

  • Erin B.

    Went for late night drinks on a Saturday. DJ was rocking. Delicious cocktails. Pricing was high. Great people watching.

    (4)

  • Leigh W.

    Wit and Wisdom could easily have been five stars based on the food which was outstanding. The lobster pie was to die for and the accompanying asparagus was cooked to perfection. Unfortunately the experience was let down by slack service - we were shown to our table promptly (having booked through Yelp) and seated outside in a very nice position. Although the concert across the river was incredibly loud, so clashed somewhat with the restaurant music which they appropriate turned down so as not to annoy patrons. Our table waiter had no knowledge of the wine list and had to come back and "check" which bottle we had ordered having no clue of our original order. We were then served by the sommelier who thankfully had more knowledge. Our meals took over 90 minutes to arrive with no apology. Our table waiter was inattentive throughout the evening. A disappointing and expensive evening, although the food could not be faulted.

    (3)

  • Christine K.

    Some of the best cocktails in Baltimore, but their food is forgettable. I think the best time to go is during off hours (weekend daytime) and have a few drinks. The perfectly balanced cocktails and the quiet and very pretty dining room make it worth every penny. the outdoor seating by the water is a nice touch. For weekday happy hour, the cocktail of the day is a steal. They take a lot of time to make each drink special.

    (4)

  • Arielle D.

    I love the drinks, staff and decor. I wouldn't have expected anything less at the Four Seasons.

    (4)

  • Staxx O.

    The decor and service here is fabulous! Gorgeous interior with expansive views of the harbor from your seat. Being situated inside a swanky hotel helps as well. My gripe is the food. For the prices they charge, it should be outstanding. At best, its unremarkable. Its expensive by DC standards, that town down the road where prices at times come in triple digit factors. We left feeling full, yet unsatisfied. If you're going for a drink and want to impress your date, this is the spot for you. Want a wonderful dinner worth the cost? Try Woodbury Kitchen or another one of Baltimore's more eclectic spots.

    (2)

  • Rainer S.

    We had such an amazing diner at Wit&Wisdom. We had four different meals including fish and meat and everything was superb, the dessert have been mind blowing. Excellent Sommeliere with recommendations you can fully trust and follow. Thanks W&W crew for a fantastic diner event.

    (5)

  • Josh G.

    I've been here for drinks and lite fair and had good experiences. Now having been here for dinner, I'm afforded the wisdom of knowing not to tamper with the status quo. Wit & Wisdom is a seafood restaurant located within the Four Seasons Hotel in Harbor East. It has a classy atmosphere and a great view of the Inner Harbor. It's more upscale in price but one has to expect that given the location and venue. Still, I go to restaurants primarily for the food, and didn't find my dinner experience that remarkable. We started with a mixed green salad of some variety that was a little heavy on the dressing and nothing too notable. I thought the addition of applesauce or something similar was a bit odd. After careful consideration, I decided to try the lobster pot pie for dinner. It was actually very good and nicely presented and served tableside. We each ordered it and enjoyed it. On the advice of our waiter we ordered a side as well; he indicated the macaroni and cheese was the most popular. It was of some kind of pepper variety. Sadly, it was offensive, the flavor profile was not too appealing and it seemed a bit undercooked. We both felt it could have come from a box and sent it back. Though we were told it would be removed from the bill, it wasn't and it didn't seem worthwhile to comment about at the time. Service was okay, and the sommelier was helpful enough in answering our questions about the various offerings. Overall, wasn't that impressed with anything aside from the main entrée. I'd probably stick to coming here for drinks or perhaps lunch.

    (3)

  • Casey C.

    Great bar and great atmosphere but the food is expensive and overrated. Worth checking out for happy hour and you can usually find a few drinks that are good and reasonably priced considering where you are. Definitely a formal place, you don't want to show up there in jeans and a t-shirt.

    (3)

  • Trey D.

    Love the food, the atmosphere is great. The chefs are amazing. ( good work Wit & Wisdom)

    (5)

  • Nicoleen R.

    The ambience is great!!! Great veiw. Clean spacious bar. Professional staff. Had the baltimore bar for dessert. The chocolate part was great a tad bit salty.The mushrooms side order were great full of flavor and meaty (oyster mushrooms) less oil please. Had the grilled tomatoes rather bland did have a great amount and variety of tomatoes will come back for more French connection martinis!!!!

    (4)

  • Jasmine K.

    Overwhelmed with the service, attention to detail, and food.

    (4)

  • Chris R.

    Close this place down please. It's the only glaring weak spot associated with The Four Seasons in Baltimore. Food is good (far from great) but the attitude and approach to customers has sucked from Day One. Let's admit our mistake and start all over again.

    (1)

  • Tiffany Y.

    *Baltimore Eats* Yelp 365 Challenge #243/365 This is really long overdue because I have a list of places that I have yet to write a review on regarding the places I've visited in Baltimore. And this is one place that I have to write a review on (among several others). My co-worker raved about it during class and shared that I should check it out. Well, the last week that we were in Baltimore, we wanted to hit all the restaurants before we left to fly back to our hometowns. Anyhow, we schemed to have breakfast there the last week and it was the day of our exam...OUR EXAM. We planned to get up early and catch a cab instead of walking and agreed that we'll catch a cab back to the federal building (it didn't happen but that's another story). Wit and Wisdom is located in the Four Seasons Hotel located on the Harbor East side of the Inner Harbor. I swear I love walking around this side of town because it is so trendy and urban not to mention it is right next to Little Italy if I ever wanted to scarf down some cannoli's! I ordered their vegetable omelet with potatoes. Let me just say that it was fluffy and delicious. Then, my co-worker ask if I wanted to take a bite of her pancakes, which made me sorely regret ever ordering my vegetable omelet because the pancakes were DELICIOUS!!! The hint of orange almost made my eyes crossed because I love me the taste of anything with orange especially if they are desserts, rolls or scones. The coffee? Meh...but the food itself raised the bar to five star especially with the friendly customer service who made sure that our cups were filled and that we were satisfied with the services and food. One day, Baltimore, I will return and I will walk around Harbor East to see my dear and delicious restaurant, Wit and Wisdom. If you haven't tried Wit and Wisdom yet, jot it down in your notebook or calendar that this restaurant is a must-try. Note: If you're feeling fluffy and have determined to work out? There is MAC fitness, Under Armour and Lululemon within close vicinity to get your fitness on to work out so you can forever eat Wit and Wisdom fluffy pancakes. Word of the Day: Fluffy... FLUFFY...

    (5)

  • Laura B.

    The food was outstanding. We shared the beet salad appetizer. I had the lamb chops while my spouse had the rib eye. We share 3 sides -corn, mushrooms and mac&cheese. The noise level was VERY loud. So loud it was hard to hear each other at the table. They have a robust happy hour but it died down after happy hour ended. Food A+ and ambience B-. Would go back again just later in thee evening.

    (4)

  • Yaheiry G.

    My husband and I came here as part of our anniversary celebrations after our spa day in the hotel (the restaurant it's inside the Four Seasons) and we were so pleased. This was a memorable meal, inventive and delicious. We loved everything we had. I particularly recommend the roasted bone marrow yummy! This is the kind of place I would definitely come back to, maybe next time for brunch. We went here for dinner and it was a starting to get dark out so we couldn't enjoy the view as much but the view of the harbor is a highlight of the establishment and the ambiance is great.

    (5)

  • Nick W.

    Brought my wife here for a date night, and what a wonderful choice it was. Overall we had a great time, there are quite a bit of negative reviews here but I think as long as you realize what you're getting into (an expensive restaurant not to be eaten at everyday by the common masses) you're getting what you expect. Service: Overall the service was good, attentive but not overbearing. I think the highlight for us was Julia, the lead sommelier. She was absolutely wonderful and spent a good chunk of time discussing our preferences in wine and their menu. Ultimately she made four (2 for myself and 2 for my wife) wonderful wine pairings with the food we ordered. For those who need to drive they can also match half glasses so you're not completely done for at the end of the night. Food: My wife took on the sea with the ahi tuna appetizer and lobster pot. Both were wonderful. The tuna is like a full asian meal in a bite, and was light. The lobster was quite heavy (she didn't finish) but really delicious. The presentation is also pretty awesome, but I won't ruin the surprise. I had the pumpkin cavatelli appetizer (possibly the best pasta app I've had) and the quail. The meat was perfectly done and just the right amount of food to not be stuffed but feel full. Save room for dessert, or you will be sorry. Given our experience I can't wait to return.

    (5)

  • Santana Ross W.

    The ambience is great. My friends and I arrived right before the kitchen was about to close, so the menu was limited. I ordered the lamb burger which was pretty good. However, my friends were not pleased with their food. I will try to make it earlier the next time, so I can explore the rest of the menu.

    (3)

  • Shelly M.

    Ambience is fantastic and decor is spot on. My cocktail was lovely but I was wondering where the other half of it was ($15). The lobster corn dogs sounded like a great idea but the sad lobster to corn meal ratio made them underwhelming. Tile fish was okay but the potatoes it was served with were overcooked and not good. None of us finished the Black Forest dessert we ordered. I don't mind paying $40+ for an excellent entree or $16 for a memorable app. But I got neither. I feel like I could have had a comparable meal for half the price and gotten a full-sized cocktail. We won't be returning.

    (3)

  • Stephanie I.

    I had really high expectations for this place since it was at the four seasons. We had a reservation at 830 and were seated immediately. The restaurant still had a good amount of tables full. The main reason for my rating is for the pace of the food service. We waited about 20 minutes for our drink .. Another 30 minutes for our apps.. And over another 30 minutes for our entrees. Overall we were at the restaurant for an hour and 40 minutes. I understand "fine dining" can be slower paced but this was ridiculous. When we are paying so much for dinner, I would expect the food to be paced right. I could see other tables were also getting very impatient waiting as well. On a side note - our server was extremely nice and helpful. I could tell she was trying her best to get the food out To us and kept our drinks full. The food was good but nothing that actually impressed me. I really expected better based on previous reviews. If we weren't staying at the hotel that night I would have been much more upset at the time. However, the food service was bad enough to make me not want to return. I'd rather pay half the price for similar food and better service at other close by restaurants.

    (2)

  • M K.

    I've come here on several occasions for a quick drink. Most recently, was here for happy hour for a coworker's birthday. The happy hour deals are pretty good. $6 for certain mixed drinks and wine. $4 for beer. They have $6 appetitizers, which are TINY in portion sizes, but are pretty decent. We tried their wings, deviled egg, and fried Mac and Cheese balls. They aren't anything mind blowing, but good for quick appetitizers. The bar itself is beautiful with a beautiful view of the harbor and it caters towards an older and business crowd. (it can come off as slightly pretentious actually) Most people are dressed up, so not somewhere you want to go in sweats or anything. Unless it's for happy hour, the prices can be pretty steep and would not be worth going unless it's for happy hour.

    (3)

  • Scott B.

    Don't wast your time. Good view an that's it.... service is bad and the price's are crazy!

    (1)

  • Blue B.

    I can not think of one complaint, unless you want to count my party being spoiled. 3 friends and I came here the past weekend to celebrate my birthday. We were able to make reservations the same day, and when we arrived we were seated immediately. The crowd seems to be classy casual (We all had on slightly formal wear but did not feel out of place) the ambiance is great, waterfront view from our seats, and seating was very comfortable. The waiter (I wish I remembered his name) was amazing. Well versed when it came to the menu, excellent service, and deserved every bit of his tip. The prices are a little high, but not anything extreme. The food was delicious. The chef is an artist. My friends and I always share plates when we eat out. So we had the seared scallops, stonefish, pork belly, and sworfish. Each plate was DELICIOUS!!! Even the complimentary bread with the honey and cheese butter was delicious. I would definitely recommend this great restaurant. Well Done!

    (5)

  • Rob B.

    NOTICE DRINKS AND SNACKS ONLY But I am unlikely to try more. Lobster corn dogs were not edible. $16 and I had one and left the rest on the counter. Leftover knuckle meat and egg i guess to make a fishy something to fry. Skip it!

    (2)

  • Adam S.

    I went recently on a date, both of us are pretty food educated. We ordered 4 small plates to split. 3 of the 4 were returned, basic seasoning was lacking on everything. The only decent food dish was the lobster corn dogs. Service and drinks were both spot on, very over priced and would not return. Should have went with gut feeling to go to a independent restaurant.

    (1)

  • Laura C.

    Went here for Sunday brunch. Had the buffet which was average. Quite expensive for a mediocre selection. Can't be certain, but the eggs tasted like they were out of a carton. The service was not very good either. All in all, I will try dinner since I hear such good things, but not brunch again. Here's to a better experience.

    (2)

  • Jeremy R.

    I will call my review "Burger and Flies" Against my advice my colleagues booked a dinner meeting at W&W and the bad taste left in my mouth from a previous visit was further fouled by this evening's misadventure. The evening was a partial re-enactment of ten commandments as we were visited by the plagues of old testament fame. First was flies which must have been attracted to the Shi--y wine list (Montes Alpha Sauv Blanc for $41/bottle, come on that has a 8 dollar wholesale). As we waved away the flies the salads arrived, unimaginative field greens with a few glazed pecans, Then my dinner plate ran red with the blood from my undercooked, underseasoned ribeye. Finally there was a salted caramel custard with fruit, crumbles and weird blobs of goo on top. To be honest, I would have killed a first-born just to be spared experience of eating there. There are many other restaurants in Baltimore where you can get a far better meal for this kind of bank but I won't name names. Do your Yelpwork.

    (1)

  • Natalie K.

    The restaurant is located inside the beautiful Four Seasons hotel. The restaurant itself is also very nice and has a cute little bar area for some before or after dinner drinks. I have been to the restaurant several times. Their menu changes frequently which is both a good and bad thing depending on what stays and what goes. Regardless, great restaurant for a night out with friends or date. A little on the pricey side but you can expect that with it being at the Four Seasons. Valet parking is available which makes things easier as well.

    (4)

  • S. K.

    I may not be the best person to review this place. I don't consider myself a foodie in the strictness sense. I have friends who are. I'm well traveled, spent many years in resturants and still do a fair amount of cooking. Decor was really nice. Upscale professional clientele . Nice views of the harbor. Quail has the best tasting skin. Was served with some strange white sauce with nuts and stuff we could not recognize. Had absolutely no flavor and took away from the quail. My swordfish came with 3 teaspoons if ink. That was disgusting . Wasabi would have been a better choice. All in all not worth the money . They really missed it on food

    (3)

  • Allysa D.

    Yum! This place is definitely expensive, but the food is worth it. The bread comes with this amazing honey/butter dip. The side dishes have been the best - definitely try the truffle mac 'n cheese and the mushrooms. Their charcuterie board is great. I have gotten a couple of the fish entrees there, and they were okay, but not outstanding.

    (4)

  • Meatdowntown C.

    Don't waste your time and money. You may think you're entering a four seasons restaurant but you are NOT. I was there fur lunch this time and while the views of the Harbor are nice, this is pretty much what you will get from this place. I ordered a the burger and really? Absolutely nothing memorable about it. It is so crazy that a stupid chain restaurant/pub like GB next door can execute a better burger and fries. The wine list is also very limited and overpriced. I don't mind paying more but please give me quality food and service. The bartender and waitresses keep chit chatting all the time without checking their customers. This is my fourth trial here and they have not changed since day one. I'm not coming back so they can have the business from tourists or people who like standard overpriced food.

    (1)

  • Anastacia B.

    Beautiful space, impeccable service delivered by super-talented and personable servers, amazing food and drinks. There you have it. :)

    (5)

  • John J.

    Had a fabulous meal. The bread/butter that comes first with cocktails is spectacular. The "butter" is honey, marscapone and pepper. Delicious. Amazing sunset view of the city. Cool ambiance. Great staff. For dessert there was blue cheese sorbet. Wow. Sounds gross but oh so mild and delicious. For appetizer, I had peanut soup with marshmallow and chicken cracklin'. Again, sounds odd but spectacular!!! Looking forward to going back soon. Expensive, but you get what you pay for.

    (5)

  • Ada G.

    I went here to celebrate the end of a great class with a bunch of students from Hopkins MBA program, all dressed in business attire to fit the scene at Wit. I ordered a lovely cocktail for $12, and they added on additional fees, including a "Bar service fee" for $2.50 with a total cost for one cocktail of $15. Now, I am happy to order a $15 cocktail - infact, the Bond Street Social cocktails are in that range, but they don't tag on bar service fees there. Interestingly, another friend in our party ordered a beer, and his drink did not have a bar service fee on it. There were about 20 of us lounging around and it took the bar over 30 minutes to complete our order. There are so many great places near school where a huge group of high rollin MBA students can enjoy a nice cocktail and ambiance - Wit & Wisdom will not be on that list any more.

    (2)

  • Catherine B.

    Loved the atmosphere and menu options. Cocktails were great and service was attentive but not intrusive. Our waitress had a lot of personality which made our dining experience much more fun - she gave us plenty of welcomed suggestions based on our food preferences. Everything we ordered was perfectly prepared except for the chicken dish which was slightly disappointing. Then again it was chicken so... What was to be expected. Overall wonderful dining experience though! Can't wait to return.

    (4)

  • Matthew Y.

    As expected with any Four Seasons or Michael Mina restaurant, Wit and Wisdom was top notch. My girlfriend and I stopped in during a snowstorm to enjoy some coffee, tea and appetizers in the lounge area. Even though we didn't get any thing too fancy - cup of earl grey, cappuccino, blue crab deviled eggs, and old bay chips with onion dip - everything was executed perfectly, the service was impeccable and the warm and cozy restaurant was the perfect escape from the snow outside. I don't get down to Baltimore much, but when I do, I am coming back for a full meal.

    (5)

  • Michelle H.

    I had such an impressive happy hour experience here that I had to come back for dinner shortly after. Short of the Squash Cake dessert, which I'll discuss later, I have to say I am quite impressed so far. First off, the atmosphere is sophisticated yet welcoming. I've only ever been in the evenings, but I love the cozy lighting from the hanging star fixtures in the bar area and the tall pillar candles in the dining room. The decor pieces are reminiscent of a Restoration Hardware store, and it works for the space. As for the people that come here - so far this seems to be where the beautiful people of Baltimore come. During happy hour, the bar was packed with well-dressed professionals and was a glorified who's who of the city. The drink menu has a nice selection of wines and unique mixed drinks. Sadly, all cocktail names but the Aviator are currently escaping me, but that would be the one drink I recommend getting. It's a very smooth and refreshing gin-based drink that is very good. As for the food, we munched on the Crab Gratin, deviled eggs, fries and meatballs during happy hour. All were tasty but the Crab Gratin was group favorite. As for dinner, what stood out the most to me were the sides: the Tiny Potatoes were slightly greasy for my liking, but the Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Hushpuppies were a pleasant surprise. I also though that the Sweet Potato Puree that accompanied my rabbit dish was perfect - not overly sweet but provided a nice texture and flavor differences from the sausage and pulled meat. I should say that portion sizes are not huge. Three of us, all girls, ordered and ate an entree each plus split an appetizer, three sides and two desserts. Speaking of desserts, The Baltimore Bar is a must. It is absolutely perfect. I also thought the Apple Crisp was quite lovely. A little less impressive were the Red Velvet and Squash Cake. The latter, in my opinion, was just wrong for my palate. Far too much spice, and not the subtly sweet flavor of squash I was expecting. Kudos on the presentation though, it was very eye catching. Overall, I've had fabulous experiences here so far. Granted, great company makes anything more delightful but so far, I am a fan. Note: During happy hour, valet was complimentary once stamped by the restaurant. For dinner, valet was $8 with validation.

    (4)

  • Jehangir N.

    Four of us ate here last night. Ambience is fabulous. Service is excellent. Food is a bit disappointing for a Michael Mina Restaurant. Presentation of the food is awesome , but some of the dishes lacked flavour. Here's a run down on what we ate... Oyster stew excellent Tuna Tartare could have used a little salt. Chilled maine Lobster was just a bit under done , not all of it was cooked perfectly, the sauce was good. Phylo crusted fluke , was very disappointing a clever idea badly executed , the dish lacked flavor completely. Tamirind glazed Virginia swordfish was a beautiful dish well thought of good saucing but the fish was slightly over cooked. I will definitely be back to try some other dishes, and desserts. The huge Draught beers for six bucks are phenomenal , unbelievable value.We tried all of them and they were all superb.

    (3)

  • Danielle J.

    My dad and I took my mom here tonight for her bday dinner! OMG. Usually I wait a few days (or weeks of late) to write my review... Well... I had to write it tonight. It was THAT good!! I've read mixed things since it opened, but they must be working out those initial kinks that every restaurant goes through because MAN, they were ON POINT! We had multiple people tending to our table... refills were always at half-full, never less, plates were cleared promptly, etc. Jared was our server and he was phenomenal! He hit the ground running with his cocktail descriptions and based off of me telling him two drinks that I love, he recommended "The Company," and it was delicious! My dad mentioned that he thought he might be getting sick and probably shouldn't have a drink, and Jared thoughtfully suggested a hot toddy...(cue Usher song here) which my dad obliged to! Haha. When it came time for food, Jared wowed us some more! He was clearly passionate and knowledgeable about food and drinks in general (not just what was on the menu) but in a casual and friendly way so we didn't feel uncomfortable or silly asking questions about the menu. (Always a plus in upscale dining!) We had pleasant conversation with him throughout the meal and he checked on us often, but not intrusively. Ok... so the food.... If I had to describe it in one statement: Balanced, yet creatively complex flavors. I won't go into elaborate details, but the highlights were... Toasted Peanut Soup- My mom ordered this as her app... her initial response was "mmm.. mmmmm... ohmigoddness this is delicious!!" I could easily eat two bowls of it. Daily Special Pork Entree- WOW! What a combination of flavors... the pork was tender and the celery root sauce was to die for!! Bison Tenderloin- Delish!! The flavor of the meat was more subtle than beef tenderloin to me, and it was cooked perfectly. The sweet potato, apple and brussel sprouts all went really well together. I know what you're thinking... brussel sprouts?!?! YUCK! W-R-O-N-G!!!! The side of these little veggies was one of the best vegetable dishes I have EVER had! I don't really like brussel sprouts, my mom has hated them her whole life, and we all agreed that they were superb!! The woman at the table next to us couldn't stop raving about them either!! Seriously, they are not of this earth. (I mean c'mon, who raves about brussel sprouts?!?!?) Aaaand the finale... dessert! (The only thing I remembered to take pictures of!) We could not decide between 2 so we pigged out and each got our own... then for my mom's bday they brought out an ADDITIONAL little plate with a slice of cake, two small scoops of ice cream and a bday candle! (Uh yes, welcome to America, where there are 4 dessert plates for 3 people!) Baltimore Bar- Chocolate, peanut butter goodness... fluffy and rich. YUM. Maple Custard- I would NEVER order this just seeing it on a menu, but I was shocked at how good it was. Even richer than the last! Caramel lovers, this one's for you. Red Velvet Cake- I don't like the typical indescribable flavor of red velvet, but Jared told us this is a traditional red velvet cake, made with beets. Your mind is probably trying to go back down the path of when I first said brussel sprouts, but resist... RESIST! It came with cocoa-nib ice cream, which I'd never heard of and was subtle and really good.. Overall, this was just an unbelievable experience and worth every cent! Two managers came by to make sure the evening was going well, and they both wished my mom a happy birthday! When we were leaving more than one person told her to enjoy the rest of her birthday and she said that she'd never felt so special at a restaurant before! Wit and Wisdom, you are wise beyond your (not even) years!

    (5)

  • Jack F.

    Can't vouch necessarily for W&W's food but it's got a great lounge and patio for sight seeing and people watching. Ordered a couple mocktails on a lazy afternoon, enjoyed a few board games, and a great landscape view.

    (3)

  • Carl A.

    Before beginning, I feel it's important to note that we don't always drink this way...just when we misjudge how much time we have until our reservation. My fiance and I went to Wit & Wisdom for a fancy night happy hour. We fully expected to pay a lot, particularly since we weren't ordering off of the Happy Hour menu. Our reservation at a different restaurant was at 8:30, so we ended up killing quite a bit of time (and more than too many drinks) at the bar. Admittedly, we ordered above our pay grade, consuming Manhattans (delicious, especially with their homemade bitters), some gin concoction, and some wine. Here's where it gets a little fishy, and my attitude on the place sours. After a couple of cocktails, I decided to have some wine, which, if I'm being honest, I like more. Now, we had passed the $5 wine special time limit, but and I figured that I would order a glass, it would be overpriced, but what the hell. It's a fancy night out. $21 for a glass of the house cab. TWENTY ONE DOLLARS. I had two. No one told me about how much they were, until I went to order again, and a new bartender let me in on the secret. He felt bad for us, drunk and stupid, and gave us some tickets for free drinks another time, and I'm grateful for that. But how the hell do you not let someone know that their glass of wine is TWENTY ONE DOLLARS? It was good, but come on! Also, we realized later that we were charged for a some of the wine that the couple next to us had ordered. We were talking to them for about an hour, it's an easy mistake, but added to our already astronomical bill...well, the night hurt the wallet, that's for sure. Anyway, two words of advice to leave you: 1) Temperance, and 2) Question Everything.

    (2)

  • Karrie C.

    A friend and I went to the bar to get a few glasses of wine and some of their snacks or appetizers. We showed up and didn't see any tables in the bar area. We ordered a glass of wine and proceeded to find a table in the bar section. A waitress came over and didn't say anything to us, but took the glasses that were left from the previous people sitting at the table. She also proceeded to take my glass of wine that I purchased from the bar earlier. When I told her it was mine, she didn't say anything but just put it back on the table. About fifteen minutes later no one came up to us to ask about drinks or give us menus. We walked up to the bar to see if there was a server and to see if we needed to continue to order drinks at the bar. The bartender said, " no, someone should be there to take your order soon". About 10 more minutes passed and still no one yet. We went up again to make sure and they said someone again would be right over. We waited a few more minutes and no one showed up so we decided to leave. As we were leaving, we believe a manager came up and "said is there a concern"? We stated that yes, after waiting for 25 minutes we haven't even seen a waitress. He said, sorry, and we proceeded to leave.

    (1)

  • Michelle D.

    I wish I would have had the guts to send back my order... because it tasted like what I was lacking. The atmosphere is absolutely stunning but the food is shockingly over-priced and just not worth it. Foodie beware!

    (1)

  • Layne C.

    My experience at Wit and Wisdom was very special. I was celebrating an important day with a friend. We were both very impressed; the food and wine were paired beautifully and each of the courses were well thought out and perfectly executed. Our cocktails were balanced and innovative. The restaurant is spectacularly located at the Inner Harbor in Baltimore- a wonderful location to enjoy anything from just cocktails to a full meal. Thank you Chef and your team! Can't wait to come back :)

    (5)

  • Syreeta B.

    A cant sing the praises of this restaurant enough! There is a cohesion to Wit&Wisdom that more upscale restaurant need to take note of. The moment you walk in you think wow there is a lot going on. Fast pace and vibrant, but Once you sit down in the lounge or dining area it suddenly become your family living room or dining room. Comfortable and cozy very personal and intimate. The staff works together so effortlessly. I never had a empty glass of anything. The managers as well as a neighboring server has no problems making sure your every need is met. I had the pleasure of having Donnie as my server. He's knowledge of the menu is like a science. He broke the menu down to the smallest details and everything he recommended was excellent. Fantastic place!

    (5)

  • Gene L.

    This is my girlfriend's go-to place for a girls night or date night. It is beautiful right by the water, and you feel like you've been transported to another country when sitting outside in such scenic surroundings. The cocktails here are amazing and so creative. The bartenders do such a great job of making each cocktail taste amazing, and you can see that they all really enjoy working there. I've also had dessert here- coffee cake as well as orange chocolate praline - and it was soo delicious. I still can taste it even after so many days! People here are very dressed up, but not pretentious.

    (5)

  • Louis D.

    I've heard nothing but great things about this restaurant but my Sunday Brunch experience was lack luster. I'm chalking my experience up as a anomaly because the waiter was inexperienced and inattentive. In addition, the buffet was not worth the money. My girlfriend and I are going to give this place the benefit if the doubt and try it again for dinner because we really want to enjoy the experience there. I will let you know how it goes.....

    (2)

  • Michael W.

    We had dinner here a week ago. I had the lobster pot pie. The presentation alone was worth five stars. It comes out on a cart in a copper pot with the puff pastry large and seemingly overflowing. The server then re-plates it with several large pieces of lobster which were delicious with the truffled sace and mushrooms. We also had the crispy calimari and pork belly which were tasty as well. The squid ink ravioli tasted pretty good but presentation was interesting. We had the happy hour cocktail which was pretty tasty though we like more of a bite. I've had cocktails here before and if you're reading this, you already know that this is their strong point. Had a Manhattan that was on point. I would come back here for food and/or drinks.

    (4)

  • Le B.

    The drinks here are always eventful still a bit trepidatious on the food - waiting on jury This place oozes location location location, the fire is blazing and I am loving the high back chairs. Will write more gotta be a regular before I can really hand down the verdict on this location

    (3)

  • Evan F.

    Great place on the water in Inner Harbor area. I had the lobster roll and was not disappointed. I also tried some of my girlfriend's crab cake and it was delicious. I would definitely recommend this to a friend.

    (4)

  • Axl R.

    I would not recommend this place as the oatmeal was quite suboptimal and I could have made it better myself. Nothing was spectacular from the buffet at all. I got an a-la-cart omelette and while it was good, it was $19!!! WHAT? Gee, if a diner can do a good omelette for $5 or with fancy ingredient for $8, they are just ripping people off. Our drinks weren't even that good. I think you can do much better for much cheaper. Step it up.

    (2)

  • Ben S.

    I ate lunch in the Four Season's Wit and Wisdom restaurant per a recommendation in my Travel & Leisure magazine May 2013. The hotel is really expansive. An alert doorwoman moved to expedite my entrance into the building. I found myself in a massive lobby made to seem even larger owing to it's sparse decor. The signature smell upon entering was a bit over powering and not particularly a favourite of mine, but it disappeared near the restaurant. Replacing it was the warm air and smell that comes from a real wood burning fireplace. There are two. One makes a nice lounge area near the bar, surrounded by couches. The other is in the open air kitchen where select grill items are prepared (see picture). Opposite it is a massive wall of floor to ceiling windows which in my opinion makes for quite a hot dining room. Service was....well I'm not sure. Nothing bad happened, but I have to admit my waitress just irritated me. Perhaps I was just in a funky mood, but I found her to be exerting too much fake joy over the menu items. Listening to her describe things was rather annoying. She was very attentive and efficient though and by no means can I say not - overly - friendly. I ordered the peanut soup which was good. It was served in a bowl with some peanut butter smeared on the side. The bowl was served empty and a waiter poured the soup into the bowl at my table (I love when they do that). The main course I chose, fish tacos (you get two), was served in a double (one soft one hard) flame toasted taco shell, the I flavour of which I felt over powered the entire dish. The salsa was barely noticeable unfortunately. If you walk out of the restaurant and hotel past the restrooms you will get a glimpse of a grand staircase hidden away in the corner. The railing and massive chandelier I found to be impressive. One more note, ordering items of the $20 45-minute lunch menu (you can pick a starter and main from a select list) will get you smaller portions than normal (so in the case of the tacos I suppose the $20 version would be one taco).

    (3)

  • Mer L.

    I am a Michael Mina fan. My husband and I have had wonderful experiences at RN74 in San Francisco and Seattle. For that reason, I walked a mile and a half in 96-degree heat after flying in from the west coast in hopes of relaxing at the bar with a glass of wine or three and the good food that I've come to expect from Mina establishments. What a letdown! I got major attitude from the bartender, three or for mouthfuls of wine (his idea of a 'glass') for $16, and some mediocre appetizers. As I sat and observed, it became obvious to me that quality of service was highly dependent upon whether or not one was also a guest at the Four Seasons. I was appropriately dressed (I visit the east coast regularly and understand that people dress for dinner there). Nonetheless, it was obvious that my server wanted me gone as quickly as possible, so I obliged, which was his loss. Despite my humble teacher's salary, I have been known to drop healthy sums of money at restaurants I like, and I tip well when service is good. I did just that at the Thames Street Oyster House the next evening!

    (1)

  • Wasim Q.

    This place is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. One of my favorite restaurants in B-more. Very creative stuff, and great presentation. The desserts are amazing. I had a deconstructed red velvet cake, and a spiced apple cake served out of a jar. Lobster corn dogs and pan roasted brussel sprouts are also great. I love the atmosphere: they are taking the tavern thing that Baltimore is known for and taking it to an upscale level (e.g., exposed white brick walls). The only bad thing is that when you get home, you'll find that your clothes reek of the firewood from their real fireplace.

    (5)

  • Skot B.

    atmosphere was excellent except for the holiday party in the bar area, which was playing music that somewhat infringed on our dinner--it wasn't loud so much as not consistent with the overall ambiance and the holiday season (guns and roses). service was attentive and pretty good. food was nicely presented and creative, but I found it lacking in flavor.

    (3)

  • Laura J.

    I don't understand why all these other reviewers complain so much about the pricing so much. You're in a Four Seasons AND you're in a Michael Mina restaurant! I think these people need to better manage their expectations. This place is awesome! We arrived a few minutes before our reservation and enjoyed a cocktail. The sticky wicket is the bomb! My friend had a local Maryland wine called Bedlam which was super intersting - really floral and aromatic. Don't miss out on the fried macaroni and cheese on a stick! For dinner we enjoyed the Lobster Pot Pie and the Rabbit Boudin Cassoulet. Everything was delicious and perfectly seasoned. The mushrooms were scrumptious. Watching all the action in the open kitchen is way exciting. For dessert we tried the special they were running that night - a very interesting take on a deconstructed lemon meringue pie with avocado ice cream. Really interesting textures and flavors without being too sweet. Service was timely, professional and unobtrusive. Wine list is well thought out and interestingly organized and yes, of course it is expensive but isn't that the whole point of going out to a nice restaurant? If I wanted Two-Buck Chuck, I'd drink it at home. Don't miss Wit & Wisdom on account of these other cheapskates' reviews. The ambiance is incredibly warm and welcoming with a gorgeous view of the harbor. Truly a lovely experience.

    (5)

  • Andrew M.

    Schizo and Phrenic. Breeze into the fantastic open huge bar space and drink in the front row view of the harbor channel opposite the Ritz Carlton residences. Dressed to the nines expecting a Cindy Wolf Charlestonesque experience, one doesn't expect to draw on days of yore watering hole expertise to fight for a bar stool. Wednesday's happy hour was a low brow scene. Empty Natty Boh cans and wine glasses overflowed the service bar into the bar area. Scary divorcees prowled next to the two loud alcohol lubricated birthday parties of young females, future divorcee prospects, crowned with paper tiaras.Two stools were delivered after hovering over patrons in front of an uncleared collection of empty cocktail glasses and a long ago cashed out check. A busy barkeep was borderline friendly. Look at the patio bench in the direct line of view to the water outside honey, that drunk couple needs to get a room. Seriously, it is 7:30, can the guy please remove his hand from under her shirt? Guests arrive, and it is time to vamanose from the bar pronto.You can't escape the neighboring bar noise, but you feel like you are in a different world. The attractive open cooking area delivered perfectly timed high end courses. The rice porridge with duck tongues topped with a raw hen egg was ordered on a dare. The herbed garlicy gruel consistency was contrasted by the bacon thin crispy tongues, and it surprisingly worked. Order the foie gras next time. Fellow diners swooned over their salads and appetizers. The sommelier didn't have any Rhone wines on the menu, and tried to pawn off a Greek wine on this apparantly daft looking patron. The waitress upsold at every opportunity, and used guilt to push $10 vegetable sides. The talented chef was the star of the show, and employed expert technique from braising to grilling. The simplicty of uber high end ingredients like line caught grouper or the local lamb shined as the moon rose across the water. Punching out satiated after the well over $100/head experience, we came full circle weaving past stumbling inbound bar patrons wearing Orioles garb who had a generous head start with the beer man at the game across town.

    (3)

  • C J.

    Food was delicious, our waiter was excellent- knowledgeble, nice and never pushy. I had a fois gras terrine to start and followed with a lovely wood-grilled rockfish with asparagus and truffled mac n cheese (amazing). the WW sundae was phenomonal. It was pricey, but having just moved from New York, it was not a shock.

    (4)

  • Taniyyus S.

    It a great restaurant at Four Seasons. Nice and trendy decor, good american food. It has good friendly atmosphere but at the same time, service will remind you of the classy location as well as the price tag. The restaurant sits on the bank of the river, overlooking into the harbor. We had a brunch here with our friends. Food is delicious and I love their breakfast potatoes.

    (5)

  • Jen C.

    I chuckled that the ambiance was so trendy and modern (seats by the window give you a gorgeous, gorgeous view of the harbor and million dollar townhomes), yet was blasting Livin' La Vida Loca and other oldies. Odd mix. The place was filled with people in the waiting and bar area. There's even outdoor seating, which I could tell was a much more casual atmosphere. Indoors you can pass with a jeans, heels, and a nice blouse, or even dress up super nice. Business caz will do. Service was excellent--what you would get at a ****/$$$$ hoity restaurant, with drinks filled to the brim, knowledgable servers, silverware placement specifications, and dishes served all together. ~Watermelon beets salad was OK. Wasn't too much of a fan of the cheese choices that were blended in. Only enough for one person--we split amongst 2 (they were great about doing this without asking), but literally it was like 4 cubes to bite and that was it. ~The duck is perfectly done. However, it comes in four 2x1" slices (?!?!) with a small pot of bean gratin. This wasn't realy a gratin--it was just topped in a green sugary crunch top. The duck was really divine, but really--this dish was NOT worth $40 just to be paired up with some filler beans. ~Don't be deceived by the chicken on the menu; it's actually a leg and smaller chunk of chicken with microgreens. It was dry and expected flavor profiles, excpet very salty. Wasn't a fan of the bread chip that had liver mousse. Definitely not worth $35. ~The most appealing dish looked like the lobster pot pie. It's actually decomposed--comes out on a fancy cart. Gimmicky. Server puts the top pie on a plate (really like a slice of bread), lays the lobster pieces on top, and drizzles in sauce. $48/dish though...didn't look filling at all. ~Rib eye was promised to be quite large, but when it came out, our friend was in disbelief. Another small dish. They presented it in an iron pot first, before taking it back to make it serve-ready. Gimmick #2. Absolute, hands down winner would be the desserts. Apparently, the pastry chef just won a best new pastry award in Food & Wine (big deal :) and we were so glad to be there trying it. DELICIOUS. ~If you like coffee cake and deeper/intense flavors, get that. It comes with a flavorless foam for texture and some ice cream. ~Favorite around the table was the rhubarb (strawberry shortcake). Perfect tartness and sweetness in the entire bowl. I could drink it all up. ~Banana puff was divine--it's not really the usual puff you get, more like a bread with a crusty top, and was paired with ice cream and little coconut tapioca balls (yummy!). ~Apple pie was standard; I'd try something more adventurous. The desserts and great service made this place exceptional, and that alone would have merited 4-5 stars. But for the food, I would have walked out very angry for paying $150 for that, especially the chicken. It's like getting 1 tapas as a surprise. With an 'eh' side. With microgerens. I can't say I'll be back, because it really just is not worth it to spend so much for good (not mindblowing) food--but if I had it my way, I would eat dessert here often.

    (3)

  • Michael H.

    Don't bother. For this amount of money you have so many choices for really amazing food and this wasn't worth it. And when going out for a special occasion dressed up for a nice dinner experience, I don't want to sit next to people wearing football jerseys and listen to bad musac in the background. The food was good but not great. Definitely lacked a wow factor on everything we had: tuna tar tar, crab ap, hamburger, chicken, Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, Mac and cheese. It wasn't memorable (other than the bill) and we won't go back.

    (2)

  • Gigi U.

    We went for brunch to celebrate my sister's birthday. We sat outside on the patio with my 3 yr nephew and dog. It was a beautiful sunny day and we had a nice view of the harbor. We started with the fresh beignets wtih fruit preserves and lobster corndogs. The beignets were light and had lots of powdered sugar. The lobster corndogs were pricey but a sophistaticated twist to the regular fair food so we had to try them. My sister had the Jumbo Lunch Maryland Crab Benedict which she enjoyed very much. The eggs were prepared sous vide. She also had the pear champagne cocktail with grapefruit and eldeerflower which she highly recommends. I had the omelett with fried clams and sausage. I would have liked the Baltimore fries which i had to taste off of my sisters plates but i got the HCC greens which were more healthier for me. It was hearty and healthy meal. We were served by the General Manager, Anthony Kinn who gave us exceptional customer service. He was very engaged with us as soon as he seated us. He was very knowledgable about the menu and and extremely attentive. The servers gave my dog a water bowl and Anthony gave my sister extra elderflower water since he thought she couldn't taste it in her cocktail. The food and service was excellent. We would definitely go back to try the bar and dinner menu. It's in a great location but the GPS had difficulty finding it. It's in the Four Seasons hotel which is across from the Roy's restaurant.

    (4)

  • Lora C.

    One of the worst meals that I have had in a LONG WHILE. I had a reservation for 7:15 and arrived early. You would have thought that I was a criminal. Rudest hostest that I have encountered for a LONG WHILE. Meal was not good. Music was LOUD, and service was SLOW. Oyster Rockefeller was cold, and the rockfish main dish was uninspired. The stuffed calamari unedible. Ordered the red velvet cake.... It just was not good. 4Seasons. You have a LOT OF WORK TO Do. I am going to take my business to Charleston down the street. Or to the La Scala in Little Italy. Or Oceanaire. Not coming back.

    (1)

  • Ray M.

    I didn't eat, just met a friend at the bar for a few drinks. It has a nice hip but casual vibe. Service was attentive. The drink prices weren't as over-the-top as I thought they would be which was a nice surprise since it's in the Four Seasons. Highlight of the night was Julia Louis-Dreyfus coming in and sitting at the table next to us...Get Out!

    (4)

  • M F.

    Service was rather poor! The restaurant was well staffed with plenty of servers and bartenders, but they were still inattentive and unapologetic. We were there for almost 3 hours, and not because we wanted our meal to last that long. So incredibly slow! The food was alright, but nothing notable. For prices like that, the service needs to match. Will not recommend.

    (2)

  • Bridget G.

    This place has good cocktails and a fun bar atmosphere. Arguably overpriced. And the food is not really all that great... Could be so much better

    (3)

  • Jen P.

    One of the greatest attractions about Wit and Wisdom is its location. In the four seasons hotel with the best view of the inner harbour. Great promenade outside and views, and I believe there are outdoor tables when it is warm. Wit and Wisdom has a very large bar area where it does a big happy hour for a classy crowd, with small plates as well. The restaurant portion has a quieter feel, and the menu had a lot of great choices! Tons of small plates, apps, salads, and entrees so you can kinda create any meal you want out of them! Which I liked.

    (4)

  • Robert C.

    So my overall experience at this restaurant was pretty good. The atmosphere is casual while the decor is a nice mix of contemporary and industrial. It took us a while to get seated when we first arrived even though the restaurant wasn't that busy, however it wasn't much of an issue since they had some nice couches for us to lounge around on while we waited. This particular restaurant I will break down into food and service since they were truly the significant portions of my experience. Food Bread - I don't normally comment on the bread, but it was very well made -- lightly toasted and buttered to perfection. Toss on their mascarpone and honey spread and you will feel like you are eating straight up crack. Entree - I ordered the steak (either filet or skirt) frites as I am a huge fan of skirt steak and french fries (except for those thick ones that are ginormous potato wedges). When the steak came out, it was more akin to beef jerky -- like so well done it was an actual workout sticking a fork in it. Thinking that "fixing" it wouldn't lead to anything I just ate it anyways. Other food - everyone else enjoyed their dishes which included the softshell crab, the burger, meatball parm (huge portion), the grilled shrimp salad (though the dressing was salty so ask for it on the side), fried chicken (no bones, so feel free to use your knife and fork). Service So why such a good rating? Simply because a sharp waitress noticed I hadn't eaten most of my steak and that it was indeed overcooked without me saying a thing. She kindly offered me something else on the menu, but I declined since I was pretty much full anyways. The manager then came over and asked if there was anything else I wanted or anything else they could do, again I declined. At the end of the meal when the check arrived, the waitress told me that the manager had taken the steak off of the check. This is what sets this restaurant apart. They don't just have a bunch of good food. They have excellent management which as we all know trickles down into excellent employees. So maybe my steak was overcooked, but the other food was good and my experience could not have been better. This is Rob, signing off.

    (4)

  • Andrew S.

    Service was slow, waited 10 minutes before the waitress took our drink order. Swordfish was overcooked so it was dry. Split the butter lettuce salad, if I had been informed how small it was I would have ordered my own, or not ordered it at all for 14 dollars. Great view, poor service, not terrible food but overpriced for what you get. Disappointed.

    (2)

  • Joe L.

    After a nice dinner, found a credit card charge of over $1000 more than the bill, in addition to duplicate charges for the correct amount. Spoke to manager more than 4 hours ago. Still not fixed and no further communication. My card blocked as a result. Be VERY careful if you dine here. UPDATE: erroneous charges fixed and manager apologetic but not as much as a free cup of coffee offered in return for all the trouble. UPDATE 2: full refund processed two days later

    (3)

  • Jennifer H.

    We had a stellar experience here on Saturday night. I made a reservation with OpenTable, and I left a note in the comments box that it was my husband's birthday. When we arrived, they gave him a birthday card that was signed by all of the staff. What a nice surprise! We peeked at the wines by the glass list and they were pretty pricey for us, even for a special occasion. Luckily, we were able to find a nice bottle of Rose that didn't break the bank at around $35. The sommelier was super friendly and nice. They keep the bottle chilled nearby and she came around regularly to refill our glasses. We loved all of our dishes. We started with the charred octopus, which was perfection. The octopus was smoky from the char, but soft and not tough at all. It came with a fried, runny egg to dip it in and potatoes in order to craft the perfect bite each time. This charred octopus was way better than the similar dish at Ouzo bay that I had earlier in the week. We loved it! We also started with the scallop crudo or ceviche [I can't remember which one]. The waitress told us it would be small, but it was a decent size and was also excellent. Again, all of the ingredients were well thought out, and the presentation was beautiful in a seashell atop of a bed of shaved ice. For entrees, I ordered the wood-grilled rockfish and my hubs got the 8oz filet. We shared. The steak was perfection: cooked perfectly medium rare and buttery. The rockfish was nice as well, but I am learning that I do not love rockfish. My husband really liked it though. It came on top of rice. We were worried that we would not have enough food and we wanted a veg, so we also got the broccoli with 3 cheeses. It was definitely cheesy, which is always a hit with me. When the dessert menu came I was planning to order something for my husband's birthday, but again they surprised me and beat me to it. They automatically brought out a chocolate mouse dessert with a candle. They certainly made us feel special all night!

    (5)

  • Dan M.

    I went here for a relatively late lunch. The place was empty. The dining room was very nice and the outdoor bar seemed spacious. The staff was very friendly and the food came out in a timely matter as well. The lunch menu was very limited too. The bread that was served was alright. It did not come out warm. Rather than butter or oil, a mascarpone cheese spread was given. There also seemed to be some cinnamon in the spread. The waiter told us we would be asking for more because of how good the spread is. I would not go that far. It tasted like a cinnamon French toast when the bread was added. For appetizers, the ahi tuna tartare ($21) and the cheddar pimento cheese dip ($9) was ordered. The tuna tartare was good and had a nice little kick to it. There was habanero peppers and chili oil that gave it that kick. The pimento cheese was way too salty. This was probably from the bacon that was in the cheese. The salt taste was very overwhelming. For lunch, I ordered the New England lobster roll with a side of greens ($25). The portion was very small. I finished the roll in 5 average bites. The quality of the lobster was decent, nothing great. The bread was toasted well though. The relish that was on top of the roll was bland I thought. The greens were just greens with a vinaigrette dressing, not much to complain about. I also tasted the French fries. They tasted like fast food fries to me. They also threw in complimentary deviled eggs. They were topped with crab meat and old bay seasoning. They were great. The only problem was they only gave 3 for a party of 4. This might have been my favorite food of the meal. Will I go back? Unlikely. Too high of a price with the quality and quantity of food I had.

    (2)

  • Allen M.

    Wit & Wisdom, like some other Michael Mina concepts, is located inside a Four Seasons, this time in the Harbor East neighborhood of Baltimore, Maryland What's not to love about Wit & Wisdom. You could play it safe and get the Bourbon Steak burger, which is just as excellent in Georgetown, DC, but there are just so many excellent options here. To start, you can't go wrong with oysters, especially if you are seated next to a window looking through to the harbor. I recall their being a seafood salad that no longer appears to be on the menu...certainly worth a special request. The Atlantic Golden Tilefish, is the best Tilefish I have ever had--so flakey and delicious and was complimented beautifully by the lentils. The squid ink croquettes that accompany the fish are also a nice surprise. When you cut into them, the color is so sharp. Brilliant! The black truffle macaroni and cheese is so rich and delicious. If you go to Wit & Wisdom you must order this...split it with someone if you can. The bar is equally as brilliant. A fantastic selection of spirits and wine, makes all of the dishes pop, the way they were intended. The drinks are made well, and the wait staff is great! An instant classic, Wit & Wisdom will become one of your favorite Baltimore dining destinations.

    (5)

  • Ryan Z.

    Ambience and Decor was on the spot. but I'm almost pretty sure the entire restaurant is runned by republicans and/or angry white woman who are pissed that their husbands are cheating on them. the sashimi was rather pathetic, a bastardization of a traditional asian dish but the rest of the other food was pretty good. The crab cake was fantastic. but i would hope so because I'm in Maryland so the crab cake better be fantastic... Overall my experience here was rather mixed. I had come from protesting oppression and social inequalities and then had to dine in a place where the food was the embodiment of social inequalities... especially that sashimi. Our server was also extremely strange and kept staring at my fingers which made me very anxious. I probably wouldn't be as creeped out if she had not looked like the female version of Chucky The Doll but she did. Overall. Don't come here unless you want to surround yourself and eat the overpriced product of a college kid who just got out of culinary school. There is probably much better food in Baltimore.

    (3)

  • Christine C.

    I'm a fan of the amazing drinks (like the Walking Dead) and have now become a Friday regular. The lobster corn dogs seem scary, but they're not. In fact you'll only go wrong ordering something you can get at any bar- the wings (overcooked). They're also very accommodating to customizing your order. The bartenders and service are both wonderful.

    (4)

  • Anthony S.

    I was waffling on 3 stars and 4 stars for a while, but I think that I have settled on 4 stars because the overall experience was superb. My family and I dined here for my daughter's birthday brunch on 4/26. Overall, we had a great experience and shared a lot of laughs amidst some very good food; but the overall value of what we got for what we paid was at least $10 per person too steep. Food: The food was great. The only thing that I put in my mouth and considered 'blah' was the breakfast sausage. It tasted like they grabbed the frozen patties at Walmart for 2.99. Everything else though? It was great. From the Greek-inspired area with Baklava, Spanikopita, hummus, and other delectable delights -- all the way to your classic American Fare which included, Roast Pork Leg with Bourbon BBQ and a Whole Grain Creme Fraische; giant pancakes cut into wedges, little french toast pieces, roasted salmon, omelette station, mac and cheese, etc -- all the way to the classic French Pastry section -- and even to the little kid's section which included miniature grilled cheeses, chicken tenders, french fries, miniature PBJ sandwiches, and other cute little kid finger food -- the whole food experience was great. Despite all of that, there was nothing that blew-my-socks-off and would compel me to come back for that price. I am a HUGE brunch fan. My wife is a HUGE brunch fan. We are just brunch-people -- the best of which was in St. Louis at the history museum (I don't remember the name of it, but look it up). For me, yes it was all very good; but I don't think the food was excellent enough to justify the price. Food: 4 / 5 Service: The service was very pleasant. For me, I like my server at a brunch of this magnitude to kind of be like a food tour guide. I want them to welcome me, explain to me the food selection of the day, and offer some food-consuming advice. For what I paid, I wanted a more refined service experience. Despite that though, the server was incredibly friendly, and everyone we came into contact with was almost too-pleasant. It was really nice for my three year old (turning 4) because she had a great time and the server was extremely sweet to her -- even gave her an adorable little blue jellyfish stuffed animal to match her blue dress and eyes. Nice extra touch at the end, and I appreciate that extra effort, even if the service regarding the food wasn't spectacular -- everything else was. Service: 5 / 5 Atmosphere: Beautiful. I don't know what else to say. From the furnishings, to the view of the harbor, to the exquisite setup where all of the food was displayed -- this was truly a beautiful atmosphere to enjoy some good food. There literally isn't anything about the atmosphere that I would change. Contributing to the pleasant atmosphere, and as stated above, was the serving staff. From the ultra-friendly hostess who recommended the cream puffs from the pastry section, to the extra touch from our server -- it truly felt like we were valued and welcomed here. It really felt as if we were part of their family, and they were inviting us into their home to share a meal with them. Atmosphere: 5 / 5 Price: This is where I had some contention. Yes, the food was great. Yes, the service was memorable. And, yes, the atmosphere was sublime. Despite all of that, I felt as if $50 per person for brunch was still too steep. Personally, I firmly believe that $39.99 is an appropriate price point for this brunch. I'm not trying to take anything away from Wit & Wisdom, because they delivered in nearly every way. Just, for brunch, $50 is hard to swallow. Now, I knew this going into brunch; but was optimistic that the food would blow me away so forcefully, that it would justify the price. It just didn't. This isn't to say it was bad, or disappointing -- it just wasn't $50 per person worthy. Price: 3 / 5 (Thought about a 2, but the service and atmosphere experience really jumped it up) Overall Thoughts: After writing this review, it is clear that Wit and Wisdom is a solid 4 star restaurant in my opinion. Though, had it not been for a stellar service experience and a beautiful atmosphere, the star-rating would have dropped precipitously. This review is a testament to all restaurants out there that a food score is not necessarily what all diners are after. Many of us are looking for a great dining experience in addition to good food. Would I be back to Wit and Wisdom? No, I probably won't; but I am glad that I came, and recommend you try it out -- at least once.

    (4)

  • David M.

    The bar has been hit or miss lately. Service can range from good to poor. Needs better management of the bar - either more bartenders or bartenders dedicated to the bar and others dedicated to the restaurant. I waited more than 20+ minutes to be served at the bar - even the busiest bars in NYC, San Fran, etc. serve faster. It could be the premier bar in Baltimore but it doesn't seem to be a priority. Maybe Four Seasons is lowering its standards and brand image or Harbor East Management Group has management problems. The food menu doesn't seem to change. Food is average.

    (2)

  • Jessie L.

    I live in Harbor East and regularly enjoy Wit & Wisdom for happy hour, but after two unpleasant experiences this weekend, I'm not sure I'll come back. The first experience: We had a dinner reservation for four on Friday night. The restaurant called to confirm with me the day before. When we arrived, the restaurant was not crowded and had plenty of available tables both inside and outside. However, the hostess told us that we had to wait for the table to be prepared and to sit in the lounge "only for a minute." We spent fifteen minutes in the lounge waiting for our table, which was awkward because a cocktail waitress was pissed we weren't ordering from her, even though it was clear we were waiting. When we finally got seated, it took 20 more minutes for a server to take our drink order. Then another 20 for the drinks to arrive. Having worked in the industry, I understand when cocktails take awhile from the bar, but the restaurant was practically empty. After no one asked us whether we had questions about the menu, took our order, etc., we decided to leave after our round of drinks and patronize a different nearby restaurant for dinner. Experience 2: On Sunday, a friend and I tried to have a drink and light meal outside because we love the view, but when we arrived at 6pm, a host told us we could not sit outside because it was "steak dinner" service. Again, plenty of empty tables outside and we were planning on ordering (what many deem) overpriced and overrated food - maybe even would have ordered a full dinner if we had been seated! I don't understand a restaurant turning away customers, especially those who live in the neighborhood and would patronize regularly, unlike some of the hotel guests. Having tried to patronize twice this weekend only to be coldly received, I was extremely disappointed with this restaurant, which I feel has lost its initial cool, quirky vibe in order to cater to the stuffy hotel clientele. If the emptiness is any indication, others feel that way, too.

    (1)

  • Milad S.

    Love the ambience, the bar, and the in house DKJ (at least on Friday evening when I visited). The food was nothing special to write home about considering the price. When you pay $28 for a burger, you expect it to be really good and I can tell you I have had many better burgers than that before. Similarly, while the octopus appetizer was presented very nicely, it did not taste that great. Overall the ambience of the place is better than the food. The service was very good though.

    (3)

  • Kojo B.

    Wit and Wisdom has a nice view, to sit outside and drink, well went there for Happy Hour and Service was great. Their HH selection is not the best i have partaking in, but it does the trick. Their cocktail of the day rotates, and we ordered a couple of HH items, i think i had the wings and deviled eggs which were not bad at all. Will try again.

    (4)

  • Nina U.

    Wit & Wisdom is a wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion. I love the view of the water, the vibe and the delicious food- I just wish it weren't so expensive. I can totally appreciate the time and love that they spend on creating each plate but I don't think good food has to be pricy. They switch up the menu by season and also offer delightful specials so no matter how many times you return, you'll always be able to try something new. I wish they would bring back the octopus salad though. It was sooooo good. Their cocktails are also sooooo good but can you bring me a larger one please?

    (4)

  • Roger H.

    Came here for a nice craft beer after walking around the harbor with our eight year old son. The bar is elegant, upscale and filled with lots of folks looking like execs. Lots of men. One of the nicer looking hotel bars I've visited other than the Ritz in Atlanta. Has great comfy couches. They were nice to us and our eight year old. The bar menu by Michael Mina is inviting but seriously overpriced...with a veggie burger at $18. We did not eat...and of course it's the Four Seasons...so..... Had a GREAT drink list. Tons of liquor choices. 5 craft beers on draft that were selected perfectly. Many local brews...unique too...like Flying Dog Bloodline IPA and Brooklyn's Choco stout. Happy hour drops one craft beer price to $4.50. A good but for a great spot.

    (4)

  • Derek J.

    Probably my favorite restaurant in Baltimore, that serves consistently good food in a beautiful location overlooking the harbor. It definitely deserves more than its current 3.5 star rating from a dining perspective. It is expensive but nothing out of the ordinary for a similar fine-dining experience. The bar area is a nice after-work place to get a drink and socialize as well. 5 star dishes: - Beet salad with pistachio puree - Pork chop: tender, juicy - the best pork chop I've ever had. This hasn't been on the menu for about a year - BRING IT BACK - Bone marrow: roasted simply with garlic and herbs - one of the best bone marrows I've had (and I've had a lot!). Wasn't on the menu last time I was there - BRING IT BACK - Lamb chops - cooked to a perfect medium rare to medium, tender, juicy, and with a good amount of marbling in the meat. The side veggies and beans are delicious as well - Baltimore bar dessert: rich and everything a chocolate dessert should be - Foie gras beignets: This was just awesome. Fried beignets drizzled with honey, and served with shaved cold foie gras on top. The foie gras was like a rich butter that went so suprisingly well with the beignets. GET THIS! 3 star dish: lobster corndog was just okay - the breading masked the lobster meat too much (I'm a lobster purist) TLDR: one of Baltimore's best fine-dining establishments. Get the pork chop and bone marrow (if they bring them back), and definitely try the foie beignets

    (5)

  • Beth M.

    Food, service, view, ambiance - everything you would expect from a resturant situationed in a lovely Four Seasons. The service was attentive and helpful, the food was unique (lots of seafood) and hearty and wonderful. Our table was the loudest in the spot and there were definately a few couples on dates. There is a nice bar area for before/after your meal and there was a live band the night we were there (a Thursday). I did an "off menu" vegetarian chef's creation that was amazing. The dessert was sinful with chocolate and peanuts covered in gold (yes, gold). Highly recommend for a special night.

    (5)

  • Mark N.

    A very high-end spot inside the Four Seasons hotel. The decor/view and service are excellent however the prices are terribly high. I wouldn't go here for more than 1 or 2 drinks and I would heavily suggest you avoid ordering any food, it's just a bad value for average quality stuff. I imagine they get by on hotel guests who are either on a company credit card or just too scared to venture outside into Baltimore after binge watching The Wire. Still, Wit and Wisdom is a nice meeting spot and great for groups. If you're going to overpay for a drink than try one of of their specialty cocktails vs paying $8-9 for local draft.

    (4)

  • Shar S.

    For poor graduate students who want to live the swankster life on the cheap, Wit and Wisdom is bar none. Pun intended. Every day from 4-7pm, the happy hour boasts specials on wine, beer, light bar food, and my favorite -- a $6 cocktail of the day. When I've come, the cocktail usually is the 'Horse's Neck' which hits a sweet spot among ginger beer enthusiasts. While the cocktails are very tasty and stiff, it's the ambience of Wit and Wisdom that sets this place apart as one of my favorite happy hour spots in town. I love its prime location along the Baltimore waterfront combined with its swanky interior, lounge seating beside a fireplace for colder winter nights, and outdoor patio seating for warmer summer evenings. Additionally, if you happen to be free during lunchtime Mon-Sat, take advantage of the dine-in express lunch special (2-course prix fixe meal for $20). For fine dining on the waterfront, this is a steal of a deal!

    (5)

  • B J.

    Ambience: within the lobby of the new Four Seasons, contemporary and sleek, mood setting, right next to the harbor with outstanding views Style: modern yet rustic open kitchen, fire-oven cuisine Service: Water filled at half glass, there was no waiting time and the whole process went seamlessly. Food: oyster stew is best I have had, rich and savory with creamy onion base. Scallops were cooked just right. Portions could benefit by being slightly larger. Overall: Pricey for sure, but worth the overall experience

    (5)

  • Ellise G.

    Just run...run..farrrr away from this place.. Decided to take in the lovely Baltimore evening with a girlfriend over a few drinks and we decided what better place to go to than wit & Wisdom. Oh boy were we wrong. First, we sat at the bar to get our first round of drinks. That experience was wonderful. The staff was knowledgeable, very friendly, & overall welcoming. However, we decided to enjoy the beautiful weather and move to the outdoor seating. Once we arrived outside, we found the first open table that unfortunately was still dirty from prior patrons. We ask the first wait staff that we see to clean the table for us, he walks away. Fifteen minutes later, no one has said ANYTHING to us. All of the tables seated around us were occupied and they were being attended to. for the life of us, we could not understand how we were blatantly being ignored. Finally, we ask to speak to a manager who comes over and takes our order. we still waited an additional 20 minutes for our food to come. Overall, the service was HORRIBLE. We were comped our food items, however it did not make up for the horrendous service we had to endure. Stay far away from this place!

    (1)

  • Katie W.

    I loved this restaurant! It was the perfect choice for a fancy night out. The host, sommelier, and wait staff were incredibly friendly and the food was just excellent. The chefs definitely know how to cook a meal! We had 8 oz steaks, back truffle mac and cheese, and mashed potatoes. The Baltimore Bar dessert is absolute perfection. I will definitely go again next time I'm in Baltimore!

    (5)

  • Assmaa E.

    how to express my feelings about this place! Honestly I can only say that its a MUST TRY! their menu is never the same and all their creations are complex in taste yet light! Great service and love the outdoor seating! The location is so much fun as well! Really just have to go and see for yourself!

    (5)

  • Amy S.

    Enjoyed my happy hour experience at Wit & Wisdom. It was only my second time there and it is quite beautiful in terms of location. Lighting, creative seating arrangements with couches and tables within the bar as well as outside tables really add to its ambiance. If you're looking for a great date happy hour place, I'd definitely recommend it. As for the food, not quite as great. There was only a few happy hour bar items and they were all a bit odd....I opted for the crab filled deviled eggs and wood-fired meatballs, which were decent but nothing outstanding. When all was said and done, the evening was pricey...for two drinks and apps $40 with tip. I'd go back for a drink sometime to enjoy the ambiance and the crowd, but not really for the food.

    (2)

  • Jen L.

    I think I have a new Baltimore favorite! So as requested by Elsa, we arrived super early for the Elite Event. I was about to gnaw off my arm so we stopped into Wit and Wisdom and decided to get some drinks and snacks. They had a happy hour menu which had some decent things on there, but then, the Lobster corn dog caught my eye. We had to try it...I don't think I have seen these things in Maine! They were quite yummy. The sesame wings were also very tasty But they were a bit greasy....I recommend a lot of napkins for those. The ambiance is amazing there. It has a very chic natural look with warm colors, wood furniture that look straight out of an Arhaus catalog. This is definitely one of those places where you would find people in suits and yuppy-wear. We sat on the couches off to the right of the entrance and it made for a cozy place to have a few snacks a glass of wine. Speaking of wine, the happy hour Merlot was excellent. We wanted to learn more about it and all the waitress could say was that it was red and Merlot. Really? A high end place like this can't get waitresses that know something about the drinks they serve? Excellent drinks, beautiful ambiance and great food in downtown Baltimore, what's not to love?

    (4)

  • Linette G.

    I'm basing my review solely on the cocktails. I have not eaten here. I've only been a handful of times to W&W because they are really pricey, but it never disappoints. My most recent trip was with a group of about 15. We had a gracious cocktail host who took everyone's orders and delivered them within a reasonable time. There used to be some drinks on the menu made with mezcal that weren't there anymore so I asked the bartender about it and he made one for me! It was SO GOOD. See if you can still order a Oaxacan Smoke. I can't remember the names of everything but one of the best drinks I've ever had was made with mint and raspberry. The cocktail waitress was able to tell me the name of the drink immediately and she was extremely knowledgable about the menu. Wit & Wisdom is a great place to take your bougie out of town friends to impress them, or a great place to go if you don't mind dropping $14-16 on a cocktail. AND KEVIN SPACEY WAS HERE cause they filmed a scene of House of Cards at the bar.

    (5)

  • Gerry S.

    Boy, this place is fancy. Nice, nice, nice. The drinks I had were well crafted. So was my burger. Tasty and cooked over a wood fire. Yum yum. The ketchup that came with my fries tasted funny. Like tomatoes. Everyone was so polite and sweet, and spoke in formal-ish ways. "Would you allow me to clear that?" It's like they were reading a script. There were very pretty people here. And men in suits. Lots of men. In lots of suits. The check had lots of numbers too. I don't think I belong here, but I had fun anyway. ;-)

    (3)

  • Catherine B.

    Loved the atmosphere and menu options. Cocktails were great and service was attentive but not intrusive. Our waitress had a lot of personality which made our dining experience much more fun - she gave us plenty of welcomed suggestions based on our food preferences. Everything we ordered was perfectly prepared except for the chicken dish which was slightly disappointing. Then again it was chicken so... What was to be expected. Overall wonderful dining experience though! Can't wait to return.

    (4)

  • Chaka H.

    How did I not know this swanky little bar/ restaurant existed within the Four Seasons?!?! I'm so sad that this was my first time here, but I'm sure I'll return many times. 1. The decor and ambiance is amazing. Beautifully designed, and incredibly classy, the space really makes you feel like you're on a special date (I went with 2 girlfriends) 2. We went right before the Superbowl, and therefore had to try the happy hour drink- which was called the Ravens Royale (champagne, vodka, and other things that made it purple... amazing!). 3. The food was delectable! I believe we ordered each dish on the "snacks menu. The lobster corndogs were surprisingly tasty, while the deviled eggs were the favorites of my friends (I'm not a big egg eater). I enjoyed the chicken wings because they were perfectly cooked, not overly saucy/ seasoned and not covered in fat. So good! 4. The staff was ok, could have been a little more attentive, but we had a great time!

    (5)

  • Beekeeni N.

    Can only speak for happy hour. It's beautiful with lots of comfy couches and pillows but the service eh not so great. We were there for a double birthday, service were barely existent. Ordered one of everything from the happy hour food menu; $5 a pop, not bad. It was all just average if that. I was expected to be wowed.... Nothing. Oh and STAY AWAY from the chicken liver plate. That was the one I was most excited about, unfortunately it was prepared awful. I love liver! mmmmm not so much this time. Pretty gross and the relish on top was yuck. Looks like something squeezed out of a Kraft packet. Also ordered the falafel sandwich, it was "ok" - $16. Was not impressed with food and terrible service. Wouldn't return.... Nice view though. hah! That's about all.

    (1)

  • Sasha R.

    for brunch only. I think that the best thing going for this place is the location. get a table near the window and take a stroll on the harbor after brunch, and it may actually blur your memory of the ridiculous prices. the crabs benedict was the star of the (close to $100) meal, and the coffee was delicious. i just think there are more solid options in the area.

    (3)

  • Matthew Y.

    As expected with any Four Seasons or Michael Mina restaurant, Wit and Wisdom was top notch. My girlfriend and I stopped in during a snowstorm to enjoy some coffee, tea and appetizers in the lounge area. Even though we didn't get any thing too fancy - cup of earl grey, cappuccino, blue crab deviled eggs, and old bay chips with onion dip - everything was executed perfectly, the service was impeccable and the warm and cozy restaurant was the perfect escape from the snow outside. I don't get down to Baltimore much, but when I do, I am coming back for a full meal.

    (5)

  • Cherpumple F.

    Dinner = okay. I know this is an uber fancy restaurant in the gold coast of Bmore, and so little, delightful portions are to be had here, but I'm a pig. When I was here for dinner, we "pigged out" and then on the way home had to stop by Stuggy's and get french fries and a hotdog to be satisfied. Brunch = amazing. The donuts and anything with poached egg are yummy. Happy hour = the reason why I come here. You get the most beautiful natty boh served in a frosted glass. Yayurrr bringing proletarian together with bourgeoisie.

    (3)

  • Fatima K.

    I really liked this place for dinner. It's the hotel restaurant for the Four Seasons at the Inner Harbor and they did not disappoint. Huge bar area greets you when you first walk in to remind you that you're in Baltimore and that they are indeed a "drinking town". Every restaurant we went to asked the same thing upon arrival, "would you like a few cocktails before dinner???" We have reservations. We're on time. If we wanted to drink prior to dinner, we would have come early. Don't know why but every restaurant around the Inner Harbor asked this. I haven't noticed this anywhere else. It's like they're dying to get you boozed up before dinner. Is it not customary to have a drink WITH dinner as well? It's not really an either or. It made it seem like they didn't have our table ready and they were trying to buy more time. That actually turned out to be the case at every restaurant... Note: They make drinks wonderfully strong here!! :-) Service was good and dinner was great. The prices for steak were unusually high. Yes, I am familiar with steak prices at restaurants but the pricing here seemed oddly out of whack. The lamb was cheaper than the steak and we're not talking about Wagyu beef here or even filet mignon; NY strip ($42). I had the potato and clam soup as a starter and it was absolutely delicious. I don't even like clams but the way this was prepared was exceptional. The fingerling potatoes, bits of bacon, and sage were savory, sweet, and with a hint of sour cream added to the soup the taste was perfectly balanced. I've been watching way too much Top Chef ... The lamb and chicken entrees were both delicious as well but what really stole the show was the side of tavern mac&cheese ... OMG. I have no idea what type of cheese it was but it was amazing and overall the dish was perfectly cooked. Not oily at all and not over or under cooked macaroni. Brilliant. It was so good that the mister and I contemplated ordering a second round but we were saving room for dessert. So glad we did! BANANA was bananas (crazy good!) It's warm banana cake, banana sherbert, cinnamon chocolate, surrounded with brown sugar wafers. The only criticism I can give was that they have an actual fireplace in the restaurant and since it was February and freezing outside it was on (not the problem), the wood chips give off a pleasant woodsy earthy smell that gets into your hair and clothes and once out of the atmosphere of the restaurant, it kind of smells like cigarette smoke. Minor issue but just saying ... This dining experience was the icing on the cake of a successful long-weekend trip at the Harbor. Loved it and thought it was way better than Charleston.

    (4)

  • Rhonda S.

    Food is GREAT. Portions are small and over priced but almost everything on the menu I have had is delicious. The lamb is excellent, chicken delicious, Mac & cheese are great, beet salad excellent, etc. Restaurant and bar are trendy and fun to hang out at. Service however is always terrible!! So slow, a glass of wine takes forever, always takes servers forever to first approach the table.

    (3)

  • Shawn I.

    This bar is a regular stop for many Johns Hopkins MBA student happy hour gatherings. The space is very big and the ambiance is what you'd expect at any establishment associated with The Four Seasons. It feels like you are sitting in the bar of a mansion. There is plenty of sitting space, and the bartenders and waiters are really friendly. The Happy Hour deals are great. I know that they have $4 glasses of win, but I'm usually going with the $2 Natty Bo's. The crowd here is typical for a Four Seasons. A lot of business travelers frequent the bar, and it has a great view of the Inner Harbor. Great place for a casual drink with a friend or co-worker, or a place to relax if you're in the area.

    (5)

  • Anastacia B.

    Beautiful space, impeccable service delivered by super-talented and personable servers, amazing food and drinks. There you have it. :)

    (5)

  • John J.

    Had a fabulous meal. The bread/butter that comes first with cocktails is spectacular. The "butter" is honey, marscapone and pepper. Delicious. Amazing sunset view of the city. Cool ambiance. Great staff. For dessert there was blue cheese sorbet. Wow. Sounds gross but oh so mild and delicious. For appetizer, I had peanut soup with marshmallow and chicken cracklin'. Again, sounds odd but spectacular!!! Looking forward to going back soon. Expensive, but you get what you pay for.

    (5)

  • Ada G.

    I went here to celebrate the end of a great class with a bunch of students from Hopkins MBA program, all dressed in business attire to fit the scene at Wit. I ordered a lovely cocktail for $12, and they added on additional fees, including a "Bar service fee" for $2.50 with a total cost for one cocktail of $15. Now, I am happy to order a $15 cocktail - infact, the Bond Street Social cocktails are in that range, but they don't tag on bar service fees there. Interestingly, another friend in our party ordered a beer, and his drink did not have a bar service fee on it. There were about 20 of us lounging around and it took the bar over 30 minutes to complete our order. There are so many great places near school where a huge group of high rollin MBA students can enjoy a nice cocktail and ambiance - Wit & Wisdom will not be on that list any more.

    (2)

  • Craig H.

    The decor is bright and modern while at the same time warm and classic. The same can be said of the menu which features roasted and grilled meats alongside seafood fresh from the bay just outside the window. The blue crab trio I had was amazing with crab cake, softshell done in a tempora batter, and crab stew. And the service is intelligent and dignified yet warm. This may well be the best restaurant in the Baltimore Washington area.

    (5)

  • Michelle H.

    I had such an impressive happy hour experience here that I had to come back for dinner shortly after. Short of the Squash Cake dessert, which I'll discuss later, I have to say I am quite impressed so far. First off, the atmosphere is sophisticated yet welcoming. I've only ever been in the evenings, but I love the cozy lighting from the hanging star fixtures in the bar area and the tall pillar candles in the dining room. The decor pieces are reminiscent of a Restoration Hardware store, and it works for the space. As for the people that come here - so far this seems to be where the beautiful people of Baltimore come. During happy hour, the bar was packed with well-dressed professionals and was a glorified who's who of the city. The drink menu has a nice selection of wines and unique mixed drinks. Sadly, all cocktail names but the Aviator are currently escaping me, but that would be the one drink I recommend getting. It's a very smooth and refreshing gin-based drink that is very good. As for the food, we munched on the Crab Gratin, deviled eggs, fries and meatballs during happy hour. All were tasty but the Crab Gratin was group favorite. As for dinner, what stood out the most to me were the sides: the Tiny Potatoes were slightly greasy for my liking, but the Crispy Brussels Sprouts and Hushpuppies were a pleasant surprise. I also though that the Sweet Potato Puree that accompanied my rabbit dish was perfect - not overly sweet but provided a nice texture and flavor differences from the sausage and pulled meat. I should say that portion sizes are not huge. Three of us, all girls, ordered and ate an entree each plus split an appetizer, three sides and two desserts. Speaking of desserts, The Baltimore Bar is a must. It is absolutely perfect. I also thought the Apple Crisp was quite lovely. A little less impressive were the Red Velvet and Squash Cake. The latter, in my opinion, was just wrong for my palate. Far too much spice, and not the subtly sweet flavor of squash I was expecting. Kudos on the presentation though, it was very eye catching. Overall, I've had fabulous experiences here so far. Granted, great company makes anything more delightful but so far, I am a fan. Note: During happy hour, valet was complimentary once stamped by the restaurant. For dinner, valet was $8 with validation.

    (4)

  • Jehangir N.

    Four of us ate here last night. Ambience is fabulous. Service is excellent. Food is a bit disappointing for a Michael Mina Restaurant. Presentation of the food is awesome , but some of the dishes lacked flavour. Here's a run down on what we ate... Oyster stew excellent Tuna Tartare could have used a little salt. Chilled maine Lobster was just a bit under done , not all of it was cooked perfectly, the sauce was good. Phylo crusted fluke , was very disappointing a clever idea badly executed , the dish lacked flavor completely. Tamirind glazed Virginia swordfish was a beautiful dish well thought of good saucing but the fish was slightly over cooked. I will definitely be back to try some other dishes, and desserts. The huge Draught beers for six bucks are phenomenal , unbelievable value.We tried all of them and they were all superb.

    (3)

  • Danielle J.

    My dad and I took my mom here tonight for her bday dinner! OMG. Usually I wait a few days (or weeks of late) to write my review... Well... I had to write it tonight. It was THAT good!! I've read mixed things since it opened, but they must be working out those initial kinks that every restaurant goes through because MAN, they were ON POINT! We had multiple people tending to our table... refills were always at half-full, never less, plates were cleared promptly, etc. Jared was our server and he was phenomenal! He hit the ground running with his cocktail descriptions and based off of me telling him two drinks that I love, he recommended "The Company," and it was delicious! My dad mentioned that he thought he might be getting sick and probably shouldn't have a drink, and Jared thoughtfully suggested a hot toddy...(cue Usher song here) which my dad obliged to! Haha. When it came time for food, Jared wowed us some more! He was clearly passionate and knowledgeable about food and drinks in general (not just what was on the menu) but in a casual and friendly way so we didn't feel uncomfortable or silly asking questions about the menu. (Always a plus in upscale dining!) We had pleasant conversation with him throughout the meal and he checked on us often, but not intrusively. Ok... so the food.... If I had to describe it in one statement: Balanced, yet creatively complex flavors. I won't go into elaborate details, but the highlights were... Toasted Peanut Soup- My mom ordered this as her app... her initial response was "mmm.. mmmmm... ohmigoddness this is delicious!!" I could easily eat two bowls of it. Daily Special Pork Entree- WOW! What a combination of flavors... the pork was tender and the celery root sauce was to die for!! Bison Tenderloin- Delish!! The flavor of the meat was more subtle than beef tenderloin to me, and it was cooked perfectly. The sweet potato, apple and brussel sprouts all went really well together. I know what you're thinking... brussel sprouts?!?! YUCK! W-R-O-N-G!!!! The side of these little veggies was one of the best vegetable dishes I have EVER had! I don't really like brussel sprouts, my mom has hated them her whole life, and we all agreed that they were superb!! The woman at the table next to us couldn't stop raving about them either!! Seriously, they are not of this earth. (I mean c'mon, who raves about brussel sprouts?!?!?) Aaaand the finale... dessert! (The only thing I remembered to take pictures of!) We could not decide between 2 so we pigged out and each got our own... then for my mom's bday they brought out an ADDITIONAL little plate with a slice of cake, two small scoops of ice cream and a bday candle! (Uh yes, welcome to America, where there are 4 dessert plates for 3 people!) Baltimore Bar- Chocolate, peanut butter goodness... fluffy and rich. YUM. Maple Custard- I would NEVER order this just seeing it on a menu, but I was shocked at how good it was. Even richer than the last! Caramel lovers, this one's for you. Red Velvet Cake- I don't like the typical indescribable flavor of red velvet, but Jared told us this is a traditional red velvet cake, made with beets. Your mind is probably trying to go back down the path of when I first said brussel sprouts, but resist... RESIST! It came with cocoa-nib ice cream, which I'd never heard of and was subtle and really good.. Overall, this was just an unbelievable experience and worth every cent! Two managers came by to make sure the evening was going well, and they both wished my mom a happy birthday! When we were leaving more than one person told her to enjoy the rest of her birthday and she said that she'd never felt so special at a restaurant before! Wit and Wisdom, you are wise beyond your (not even) years!

    (5)

  • Elizabeth S.

    Wow, what a disappointment! When I walked in I was so excited to experience a classy place in Baltimore. Instead, I found an insanely over priced menu which I silently put aside because I was intrigued by the ambiance and wanted to know more about the other patrons. We ordered some food... seriously, the servings were a joke! But at the end of the night... I give two thumbs down. Why???? My friend and I dropped some cash, we were low maintenance and still I can't believe I sat 40 minutes without a drink. When our bartender finally came over his response to me asking for the check was, "??another staff person didn't come in, we're all pissed". Ok, I wasn't 'pissed' but WOW, who says that in a "classy place" and after what my friends and I paid.

    (1)

  • Jack F.

    Can't vouch necessarily for W&W's food but it's got a great lounge and patio for sight seeing and people watching. Ordered a couple mocktails on a lazy afternoon, enjoyed a few board games, and a great landscape view.

    (3)

  • Carl A.

    Before beginning, I feel it's important to note that we don't always drink this way...just when we misjudge how much time we have until our reservation. My fiance and I went to Wit & Wisdom for a fancy night happy hour. We fully expected to pay a lot, particularly since we weren't ordering off of the Happy Hour menu. Our reservation at a different restaurant was at 8:30, so we ended up killing quite a bit of time (and more than too many drinks) at the bar. Admittedly, we ordered above our pay grade, consuming Manhattans (delicious, especially with their homemade bitters), some gin concoction, and some wine. Here's where it gets a little fishy, and my attitude on the place sours. After a couple of cocktails, I decided to have some wine, which, if I'm being honest, I like more. Now, we had passed the $5 wine special time limit, but and I figured that I would order a glass, it would be overpriced, but what the hell. It's a fancy night out. $21 for a glass of the house cab. TWENTY ONE DOLLARS. I had two. No one told me about how much they were, until I went to order again, and a new bartender let me in on the secret. He felt bad for us, drunk and stupid, and gave us some tickets for free drinks another time, and I'm grateful for that. But how the hell do you not let someone know that their glass of wine is TWENTY ONE DOLLARS? It was good, but come on! Also, we realized later that we were charged for a some of the wine that the couple next to us had ordered. We were talking to them for about an hour, it's an easy mistake, but added to our already astronomical bill...well, the night hurt the wallet, that's for sure. Anyway, two words of advice to leave you: 1) Temperance, and 2) Question Everything.

    (2)

  • Karrie C.

    A friend and I went to the bar to get a few glasses of wine and some of their snacks or appetizers. We showed up and didn't see any tables in the bar area. We ordered a glass of wine and proceeded to find a table in the bar section. A waitress came over and didn't say anything to us, but took the glasses that were left from the previous people sitting at the table. She also proceeded to take my glass of wine that I purchased from the bar earlier. When I told her it was mine, she didn't say anything but just put it back on the table. About fifteen minutes later no one came up to us to ask about drinks or give us menus. We walked up to the bar to see if there was a server and to see if we needed to continue to order drinks at the bar. The bartender said, " no, someone should be there to take your order soon". About 10 more minutes passed and still no one yet. We went up again to make sure and they said someone again would be right over. We waited a few more minutes and no one showed up so we decided to leave. As we were leaving, we believe a manager came up and "said is there a concern"? We stated that yes, after waiting for 25 minutes we haven't even seen a waitress. He said, sorry, and we proceeded to leave.

    (1)

  • Michelle D.

    I wish I would have had the guts to send back my order... because it tasted like what I was lacking. The atmosphere is absolutely stunning but the food is shockingly over-priced and just not worth it. Foodie beware!

    (1)

  • Layne C.

    My experience at Wit and Wisdom was very special. I was celebrating an important day with a friend. We were both very impressed; the food and wine were paired beautifully and each of the courses were well thought out and perfectly executed. Our cocktails were balanced and innovative. The restaurant is spectacularly located at the Inner Harbor in Baltimore- a wonderful location to enjoy anything from just cocktails to a full meal. Thank you Chef and your team! Can't wait to come back :)

    (5)

  • Ernest P.

    Had Saturday reservation for 6 celebrating dad's 70th b'day. Let them know ahead of time, and we were seated at great table with perfect view, card already on the table, signed by the whole staff. Opened the wine list just to look and then before we knew it the sommelier sidled up just to see if we had any questions. Though we were only ordering glasses she still provided some good advice and gave us more time and attention than we deserved. The wines were all excellent in the 14-16/glass range. The waitress came by and surprised us by "topping off" our glasses which really seemed like another full glass, another nice touch. The food: Beet salad w/goat cheese, Octopus w/potato and fried egg, salad, and clam taglietelle. All were good, the beet salad a little to precious w/small cubes of beet and an aged (as opposed to mild) goat cheese. The octopus was nice, with runny yolk providing plenty of sauciness. Portion was very large, and thus sharable. For dinner the table ordered: Crab 3 Ways, chicken, a couple 12oz Strip steaks MedRare, and Scallops. Tried all the Side Dishes too including truffle mac, marble potato w/bacon, peas and ham, white and green asparagus w/fennel, broccoli w/cheddar, and wild mushrooms. The crab was excellent, with a perfect 3oz cake, fried soft shell, crab soup and toast. No complaints, would order it again. The steaks came out perfectly cooked with a few mushrooms and scant bit of red wine/carrot reduction as a bit of sauce. The scallops were large and nicely caramelized, no complaints either. All the sides made nice accompaniments but were surely not showstoppers. Certainly wouldn't try to make a meal out of, say an appetizer or two, and some sides. Peas a little crunchy for me, broccoli had a wan cheese sauce that didn't resemble "Cheddar 3 ways" but tasty nonetheless. Perfectly cooked Wild Mushrooms, looked like oyster mushrooms only. Went well with the grilled meats. Asparagus and mac n cheese just ok. Had to try a dessert or two, though admittedly nothing jumped out (i'm looking at you dessert with cilantro in it!) Got a B'more Bar and the Strawberry dessert. B'more Bar was excellent, shouldn't have gotten another one to share, but was underwhelmed by the Strawberry dessert though it certainly wasn't offensive. Finished with excellent cups of coffee. The view was great all night. Service was unobtrusive, lots of different staff members for delivering and clearing plates, etc... Would certainly go back, as the food was good, but it is always a great reminder that a truly memorable dining experience is always about more than just the food. In this case, the view, atmosphere, service and company helped make the dinner great with no complaints.

    (4)

  • Katherine H.

    I've been here on a fairly regular basis mostly for drinks. The outdoor bar area is the perfect summer spot. You can relax on their comfy chairs with a group and enjoy a nice glass of wine. The unfortunate thing about this place is that the beer list is pretty slim, but the wine list is great and if you tell the bartenders what you like they usually bring you something pretty good. I've had food here a couple times. The cheese dip is GREAT (comes with pretzel chips!) and especially perfect if maybe you had just one too many glasses of wine at happy hour. The fried chicken sandwich is my absolute favorite entree I've had there and I doubt I would order anything else at this point and the meatballs are really good as well. The only thing I would say is: if it's not happy hour then none of the food is worth the prices they charge. This place is definitely expensive and you don't get too much for your money if you order at normal prices. Still, the drinks are good and the atmosphere is great and those are the reasons this place has become a regular spot for a nice drink by the harbor.

    (4)

  • Kim B.

    Possibly one of the best spots to people watch away from the tourists is outside for dining here. Staff always attentive drinks are "craft" and food is delish. Lobster corn dogs are to die for. Definitely a foodie spot

    (5)

  • Ben H.

    Dinner date in Saturday at 8.......ridiculous in the best of ways. Atmosphere was spot on....great vibe....food was absolutely out of this world....completely delicious and decadent..... Don't be swayed by it being in a hotel. Even with a DJ at 8, we were seated on the right side and the noise level was no issue. One of the few places you can satisfy your fois gras addiction during every single course.... Well done ...!!!!!

    (5)

  • Julian B.

    I ordered a burger and expected some French fries with it. Guess what, it came with fries. Decent burger but you're paying for the location.

    (3)

  • Catherine S.

    Came here for happy hour. Had an ok cocktail and eh deviled eggs. Classy environment with an older sophisticated crowd but not a memorable happy hour experience. I will go back for brunch though.

    (2)

  • Ryan S.

    The food is delicious and the whole restaurant Is beautiful. If the weather permits have dinner outside. Order the bourbon steak burger. That was easily one of the most amazing burgers I have ever had. Also try the ahi tuna that was amazing as well I would give it 5 stars except the music in the bar area is loud enough to slightly disrupt your dinner!! Other then that great experience!!! Don't order the Mac and cheese unless you love truffles.

    (4)

  • Abigail R.

    Wit and Wisdom started a series of dinners: "He said... She said...". This first one was "He said beer... She said wine", which pitted Advanced Sommelier Julie Dalton and Lead Bartender Aaron Joseph in a side-by-side battle to answer the age-old questions of what pairs best. Neither contestants tasted the menu beforehand, and in fact didn't even know the menu until the morning of. We had a five course meal where each course was served with a half pour of wine and beer. Oh, but to start, we had a cocktail made with gin, blueberry puree and lavender - as if the 5 beers and 5 wines wasn't going to be enough.... The first course - an chilled english pea soup with a country ham foam. The minute I saw the hock style glass, I wrote the wine off. I felt like the sommelier was reading my mind when she introduced her pairing: a Austrian Gruner Veltliner, describing that despite the shape of the glass the wine is very dry. The beer was the Dogfish Head 60 min IPA. The fantastic things about pairings is the combination. I do not like IPAs and hoppy beers and I loved the wine. But, with the salty chilled soup, for me the beer was much more enjoyable and the wine was starting a fight. The second course was Zach Mills famous Bone Marrow Oscar: perfectly roasted bone marrow topped with Maryland blue crab. I had no idea that they would work so well together, but the sweet crab somehow cuts the heavy bone marrow making for a savory dish. Both pairings were winners - creating a "party on the palate" for me. I think I picked the fruity, sparking Ribolla Gialla out of Italy over the Heavy Seas Small Craft. The most eye appealing course was the Squid Ink Pasta. I mean look at this bowl... Although, I find squid ink pasta to be a little chewy, I loved the way this went with the crunchy edamame and excellently sautéed calamari. The Flying Dog Red Ale was a nice citrusy pairing for this dish, but I chose the Rosé de Pinot Noir from Germany. (spoiler alert - Pinot Noir is my favorite wine) I think my favorite course of the night was Dr. Joe's Duck. Crispy duck with braised rhubarb, blood orange, and fennel. The chef is creative and ingenious; I think I ate every bite of this dish. This was a tight pairing for me. On the other hand, the Allagash White "has complexity, and stands for itself". The Nebbiolo had a tannic finish with notes of endive and rhubarb. I might have been alone in this one, but I chose the Allagash. The dessert course by Chef Diane was a tasty watermelon with herbs and espellete. In fact, the watermelon alone was good enough to be the winner. Nevertheless, there were really great pairings for this one too. Stillwater Brewery's Cellar Door with notes of white sage vs. the floral Spanish Moscatel with hints of orange blossom. The battle was close, course 1 & 3 for wine and 2 & 4 for beer, so it all depended on dessert... the winner (based on votes from the group) was... wait for it... WINE! Thank goodness for UBER, or I never would have made it home safely... if you haven't tried, them - the link gives you a coupon for your first ride free... Well $20 off, and I have only once had a ride more than that and it was all the way to the airport....

    (5)

  • Vicki C.

    Gorgeous space in the Four Seasons - perfect for a date you're trying to impress or for out of town guests you just want to catch up with. Not sure if it's just me, but I've just never been that impressed with Michael Mina's food - we've been to XIV, Stonehill Tavern, and Michael Mina in SF. Just OK, especially for the prices. BUT I will say that the ambiance is always on point. So you go for the experience, not necessarily for the food.

    (3)

  • Erin B.

    Went for late night drinks on a Saturday. DJ was rocking. Delicious cocktails. Pricing was high. Great people watching.

    (4)

  • Leigh W.

    Wit and Wisdom could easily have been five stars based on the food which was outstanding. The lobster pie was to die for and the accompanying asparagus was cooked to perfection. Unfortunately the experience was let down by slack service - we were shown to our table promptly (having booked through Yelp) and seated outside in a very nice position. Although the concert across the river was incredibly loud, so clashed somewhat with the restaurant music which they appropriate turned down so as not to annoy patrons. Our table waiter had no knowledge of the wine list and had to come back and "check" which bottle we had ordered having no clue of our original order. We were then served by the sommelier who thankfully had more knowledge. Our meals took over 90 minutes to arrive with no apology. Our table waiter was inattentive throughout the evening. A disappointing and expensive evening, although the food could not be faulted.

    (3)

  • Christine K.

    Some of the best cocktails in Baltimore, but their food is forgettable. I think the best time to go is during off hours (weekend daytime) and have a few drinks. The perfectly balanced cocktails and the quiet and very pretty dining room make it worth every penny. the outdoor seating by the water is a nice touch. For weekday happy hour, the cocktail of the day is a steal. They take a lot of time to make each drink special.

    (4)

  • Arielle D.

    I love the drinks, staff and decor. I wouldn't have expected anything less at the Four Seasons.

    (4)

  • Staxx O.

    The decor and service here is fabulous! Gorgeous interior with expansive views of the harbor from your seat. Being situated inside a swanky hotel helps as well. My gripe is the food. For the prices they charge, it should be outstanding. At best, its unremarkable. Its expensive by DC standards, that town down the road where prices at times come in triple digit factors. We left feeling full, yet unsatisfied. If you're going for a drink and want to impress your date, this is the spot for you. Want a wonderful dinner worth the cost? Try Woodbury Kitchen or another one of Baltimore's more eclectic spots.

    (2)

  • Rainer S.

    We had such an amazing diner at Wit&Wisdom. We had four different meals including fish and meat and everything was superb, the dessert have been mind blowing. Excellent Sommeliere with recommendations you can fully trust and follow. Thanks W&W crew for a fantastic diner event.

    (5)

  • Josh G.

    I've been here for drinks and lite fair and had good experiences. Now having been here for dinner, I'm afforded the wisdom of knowing not to tamper with the status quo. Wit & Wisdom is a seafood restaurant located within the Four Seasons Hotel in Harbor East. It has a classy atmosphere and a great view of the Inner Harbor. It's more upscale in price but one has to expect that given the location and venue. Still, I go to restaurants primarily for the food, and didn't find my dinner experience that remarkable. We started with a mixed green salad of some variety that was a little heavy on the dressing and nothing too notable. I thought the addition of applesauce or something similar was a bit odd. After careful consideration, I decided to try the lobster pot pie for dinner. It was actually very good and nicely presented and served tableside. We each ordered it and enjoyed it. On the advice of our waiter we ordered a side as well; he indicated the macaroni and cheese was the most popular. It was of some kind of pepper variety. Sadly, it was offensive, the flavor profile was not too appealing and it seemed a bit undercooked. We both felt it could have come from a box and sent it back. Though we were told it would be removed from the bill, it wasn't and it didn't seem worthwhile to comment about at the time. Service was okay, and the sommelier was helpful enough in answering our questions about the various offerings. Overall, wasn't that impressed with anything aside from the main entrée. I'd probably stick to coming here for drinks or perhaps lunch.

    (3)

  • Casey C.

    Great bar and great atmosphere but the food is expensive and overrated. Worth checking out for happy hour and you can usually find a few drinks that are good and reasonably priced considering where you are. Definitely a formal place, you don't want to show up there in jeans and a t-shirt.

    (3)

  • Trey D.

    Love the food, the atmosphere is great. The chefs are amazing. ( good work Wit & Wisdom)

    (5)

  • Charles R.

    Some of the reviews talk about overpriced food. It has three dollar signs ($$$), what did you expect? All I know is theyve got giant cowskin carpets, comfy chairs, creative small plates I can eat during happy hour, and the best bloody Sazerac I have EVER had. I've tried them in Boston, LA, DC, Dublin, Rome, London. Yet the best Sazerac I have ever had, was at Wit and Wisdom. I still think about that drink, from time to time... Next time I fly into BWI, I'll stop by. It's inside the Four Seasons Hotel. Keeps out the riff-raff.

    (5)

  • Danny C.

    The food at this restaurant was absolutely divine. The service was sincere and the staff really cared about how your dinner was going. The managers were extremely attentive which I really appreciated. The bathroom is not in an obvious location and they immediately assisted me in finding it as soon as they saw I was searching for something. All in all, nothing could have made this experience better.

    (5)

  • Tiffany Y.

    *Baltimore Eats* Yelp 365 Challenge #243/365 This is really long overdue because I have a list of places that I have yet to write a review on regarding the places I've visited in Baltimore. And this is one place that I have to write a review on (among several others). My co-worker raved about it during class and shared that I should check it out. Well, the last week that we were in Baltimore, we wanted to hit all the restaurants before we left to fly back to our hometowns. Anyhow, we schemed to have breakfast there the last week and it was the day of our exam...OUR EXAM. We planned to get up early and catch a cab instead of walking and agreed that we'll catch a cab back to the federal building (it didn't happen but that's another story). Wit and Wisdom is located in the Four Seasons Hotel located on the Harbor East side of the Inner Harbor. I swear I love walking around this side of town because it is so trendy and urban not to mention it is right next to Little Italy if I ever wanted to scarf down some cannoli's! I ordered their vegetable omelet with potatoes. Let me just say that it was fluffy and delicious. Then, my co-worker ask if I wanted to take a bite of her pancakes, which made me sorely regret ever ordering my vegetable omelet because the pancakes were DELICIOUS!!! The hint of orange almost made my eyes crossed because I love me the taste of anything with orange especially if they are desserts, rolls or scones. The coffee? Meh...but the food itself raised the bar to five star especially with the friendly customer service who made sure that our cups were filled and that we were satisfied with the services and food. One day, Baltimore, I will return and I will walk around Harbor East to see my dear and delicious restaurant, Wit and Wisdom. If you haven't tried Wit and Wisdom yet, jot it down in your notebook or calendar that this restaurant is a must-try. Note: If you're feeling fluffy and have determined to work out? There is MAC fitness, Under Armour and Lululemon within close vicinity to get your fitness on to work out so you can forever eat Wit and Wisdom fluffy pancakes. Word of the Day: Fluffy... FLUFFY...

    (5)

  • Laura B.

    The food was outstanding. We shared the beet salad appetizer. I had the lamb chops while my spouse had the rib eye. We share 3 sides -corn, mushrooms and mac&cheese. The noise level was VERY loud. So loud it was hard to hear each other at the table. They have a robust happy hour but it died down after happy hour ended. Food A+ and ambience B-. Would go back again just later in thee evening.

    (4)

  • Yaheiry G.

    My husband and I came here as part of our anniversary celebrations after our spa day in the hotel (the restaurant it's inside the Four Seasons) and we were so pleased. This was a memorable meal, inventive and delicious. We loved everything we had. I particularly recommend the roasted bone marrow yummy! This is the kind of place I would definitely come back to, maybe next time for brunch. We went here for dinner and it was a starting to get dark out so we couldn't enjoy the view as much but the view of the harbor is a highlight of the establishment and the ambiance is great.

    (5)

  • Nick W.

    Brought my wife here for a date night, and what a wonderful choice it was. Overall we had a great time, there are quite a bit of negative reviews here but I think as long as you realize what you're getting into (an expensive restaurant not to be eaten at everyday by the common masses) you're getting what you expect. Service: Overall the service was good, attentive but not overbearing. I think the highlight for us was Julia, the lead sommelier. She was absolutely wonderful and spent a good chunk of time discussing our preferences in wine and their menu. Ultimately she made four (2 for myself and 2 for my wife) wonderful wine pairings with the food we ordered. For those who need to drive they can also match half glasses so you're not completely done for at the end of the night. Food: My wife took on the sea with the ahi tuna appetizer and lobster pot. Both were wonderful. The tuna is like a full asian meal in a bite, and was light. The lobster was quite heavy (she didn't finish) but really delicious. The presentation is also pretty awesome, but I won't ruin the surprise. I had the pumpkin cavatelli appetizer (possibly the best pasta app I've had) and the quail. The meat was perfectly done and just the right amount of food to not be stuffed but feel full. Save room for dessert, or you will be sorry. Given our experience I can't wait to return.

    (5)

  • Santana Ross W.

    The ambience is great. My friends and I arrived right before the kitchen was about to close, so the menu was limited. I ordered the lamb burger which was pretty good. However, my friends were not pleased with their food. I will try to make it earlier the next time, so I can explore the rest of the menu.

    (3)

  • Shelly M.

    Ambience is fantastic and decor is spot on. My cocktail was lovely but I was wondering where the other half of it was ($15). The lobster corn dogs sounded like a great idea but the sad lobster to corn meal ratio made them underwhelming. Tile fish was okay but the potatoes it was served with were overcooked and not good. None of us finished the Black Forest dessert we ordered. I don't mind paying $40+ for an excellent entree or $16 for a memorable app. But I got neither. I feel like I could have had a comparable meal for half the price and gotten a full-sized cocktail. We won't be returning.

    (3)

  • Stephanie I.

    I had really high expectations for this place since it was at the four seasons. We had a reservation at 830 and were seated immediately. The restaurant still had a good amount of tables full. The main reason for my rating is for the pace of the food service. We waited about 20 minutes for our drink .. Another 30 minutes for our apps.. And over another 30 minutes for our entrees. Overall we were at the restaurant for an hour and 40 minutes. I understand "fine dining" can be slower paced but this was ridiculous. When we are paying so much for dinner, I would expect the food to be paced right. I could see other tables were also getting very impatient waiting as well. On a side note - our server was extremely nice and helpful. I could tell she was trying her best to get the food out To us and kept our drinks full. The food was good but nothing that actually impressed me. I really expected better based on previous reviews. If we weren't staying at the hotel that night I would have been much more upset at the time. However, the food service was bad enough to make me not want to return. I'd rather pay half the price for similar food and better service at other close by restaurants.

    (2)

  • M K.

    I've come here on several occasions for a quick drink. Most recently, was here for happy hour for a coworker's birthday. The happy hour deals are pretty good. $6 for certain mixed drinks and wine. $4 for beer. They have $6 appetitizers, which are TINY in portion sizes, but are pretty decent. We tried their wings, deviled egg, and fried Mac and Cheese balls. They aren't anything mind blowing, but good for quick appetitizers. The bar itself is beautiful with a beautiful view of the harbor and it caters towards an older and business crowd. (it can come off as slightly pretentious actually) Most people are dressed up, so not somewhere you want to go in sweats or anything. Unless it's for happy hour, the prices can be pretty steep and would not be worth going unless it's for happy hour.

    (3)

  • Scott B.

    Don't wast your time. Good view an that's it.... service is bad and the price's are crazy!

    (1)

  • Blue B.

    I can not think of one complaint, unless you want to count my party being spoiled. 3 friends and I came here the past weekend to celebrate my birthday. We were able to make reservations the same day, and when we arrived we were seated immediately. The crowd seems to be classy casual (We all had on slightly formal wear but did not feel out of place) the ambiance is great, waterfront view from our seats, and seating was very comfortable. The waiter (I wish I remembered his name) was amazing. Well versed when it came to the menu, excellent service, and deserved every bit of his tip. The prices are a little high, but not anything extreme. The food was delicious. The chef is an artist. My friends and I always share plates when we eat out. So we had the seared scallops, stonefish, pork belly, and sworfish. Each plate was DELICIOUS!!! Even the complimentary bread with the honey and cheese butter was delicious. I would definitely recommend this great restaurant. Well Done!

    (5)

  • Rob B.

    NOTICE DRINKS AND SNACKS ONLY But I am unlikely to try more. Lobster corn dogs were not edible. $16 and I had one and left the rest on the counter. Leftover knuckle meat and egg i guess to make a fishy something to fry. Skip it!

    (2)

  • Adam S.

    I went recently on a date, both of us are pretty food educated. We ordered 4 small plates to split. 3 of the 4 were returned, basic seasoning was lacking on everything. The only decent food dish was the lobster corn dogs. Service and drinks were both spot on, very over priced and would not return. Should have went with gut feeling to go to a independent restaurant.

    (1)

  • Mark N.

    How could you not like a place that has $5 wines, $5 snacks, a posh outside sitting area with an awesome view, and just the fact that it's at a four seasons hotel? My guest and I had a great happy hour taking in the sites. Deviled eggs stuffed with crab and chicken liver mousse were our selections; and not at all disappointing. Such a tease that has me wanting more items.... Definitely considering dinner!

    (4)

  • Jeremy R.

    I will call my review "Burger and Flies" Against my advice my colleagues booked a dinner meeting at W&W and the bad taste left in my mouth from a previous visit was further fouled by this evening's misadventure. The evening was a partial re-enactment of ten commandments as we were visited by the plagues of old testament fame. First was flies which must have been attracted to the Shi--y wine list (Montes Alpha Sauv Blanc for $41/bottle, come on that has a 8 dollar wholesale). As we waved away the flies the salads arrived, unimaginative field greens with a few glazed pecans, Then my dinner plate ran red with the blood from my undercooked, underseasoned ribeye. Finally there was a salted caramel custard with fruit, crumbles and weird blobs of goo on top. To be honest, I would have killed a first-born just to be spared experience of eating there. There are many other restaurants in Baltimore where you can get a far better meal for this kind of bank but I won't name names. Do your Yelpwork.

    (1)

  • Natalie K.

    The restaurant is located inside the beautiful Four Seasons hotel. The restaurant itself is also very nice and has a cute little bar area for some before or after dinner drinks. I have been to the restaurant several times. Their menu changes frequently which is both a good and bad thing depending on what stays and what goes. Regardless, great restaurant for a night out with friends or date. A little on the pricey side but you can expect that with it being at the Four Seasons. Valet parking is available which makes things easier as well.

    (4)

  • S. K.

    I may not be the best person to review this place. I don't consider myself a foodie in the strictness sense. I have friends who are. I'm well traveled, spent many years in resturants and still do a fair amount of cooking. Decor was really nice. Upscale professional clientele . Nice views of the harbor. Quail has the best tasting skin. Was served with some strange white sauce with nuts and stuff we could not recognize. Had absolutely no flavor and took away from the quail. My swordfish came with 3 teaspoons if ink. That was disgusting . Wasabi would have been a better choice. All in all not worth the money . They really missed it on food

    (3)

  • Allysa D.

    Yum! This place is definitely expensive, but the food is worth it. The bread comes with this amazing honey/butter dip. The side dishes have been the best - definitely try the truffle mac 'n cheese and the mushrooms. Their charcuterie board is great. I have gotten a couple of the fish entrees there, and they were okay, but not outstanding.

    (4)

  • Meatdowntown C.

    Don't waste your time and money. You may think you're entering a four seasons restaurant but you are NOT. I was there fur lunch this time and while the views of the Harbor are nice, this is pretty much what you will get from this place. I ordered a the burger and really? Absolutely nothing memorable about it. It is so crazy that a stupid chain restaurant/pub like GB next door can execute a better burger and fries. The wine list is also very limited and overpriced. I don't mind paying more but please give me quality food and service. The bartender and waitresses keep chit chatting all the time without checking their customers. This is my fourth trial here and they have not changed since day one. I'm not coming back so they can have the business from tourists or people who like standard overpriced food.

    (1)

  • Kara F.

    This was my first time at Wit and Wisdom. It was suggested to me by a friend and I was really excited to check it out. First off, WHAT a beautiful restaurant/bar. I absolutely love the architecture and it's spacious and bright with a view of the water. The atmosphere was perfect a great happy hour/after work crowd. Everyone was friendly. My friend and I struck up a convo with the group sitting next to us and it was like one big happy family. Okay, that was the good (I'm all about constructive criticism). Now for the not so good... The happy hour menu is well priced but lacking and much to my disappointment the food wasn't very tasty. Aside from the Maryland Blue Crab Deviled eggs, we didn't really enjoy any of the other dishes we ordered. Actually, that's not 100% true. I was enjoying the wood-fired meatballs until I bite hard on a giant piece of bone which of course was awesome. Needless to say, I didn't finish it. There's only one cocktail on happy hour and if you order off the non happy hour menu expect to shell out between 13 - 16 for a drink. The bartender never told us it was last call and I ordered a white wine at 7:02 for $13.50 instead of the $5 happy hour price. I had an awesome time with my friend but we can have a great time anywhere so even though I loved the view I most likely won't be back.

    (2)

  • Mike T.

    Food portions were small but everything was delicious. Had the seared tuna and fois gras as an app. Would recommend both. Dinning room was semi casual. Service was well above average. Not as stuffy of an environment as I thought it would be. Amazing view. Would go back for a special occasion.

    (4)

  • Andrew H.

    Great harbor views. Attractive patio. Nicely done inside space Pricey (think NYC) but it is in the Four Seasons. Service could kick it up a notch - my server and her two prominently displayed floatation devices (I thought this was a Mina place not a Rande Gerber bar) inexplicably disappeared half way through my stay, but was replaced with a much more sensible and personable individual. Sit outside if the weather is right.

    (4)

  • Valerio M.

    They have good cocktails, and are one of the few places where to stop by and have an aperitif. Their food selection however is not as good as their drinks and their ambiance. Definitely a little overrated for their price, but the place looks great and it's always well attended.

    (3)

  • Nicoleen R.

    The ambience is great!!! Great veiw. Clean spacious bar. Professional staff. Had the baltimore bar for dessert. The chocolate part was great a tad bit salty.The mushrooms side order were great full of flavor and meaty (oyster mushrooms) less oil please. Had the grilled tomatoes rather bland did have a great amount and variety of tomatoes will come back for more French connection martinis!!!!

    (4)

  • Jasmine K.

    Overwhelmed with the service, attention to detail, and food.

    (4)

  • Dan A.

    I'm torn. I want to love this place. It has a beautiful, modern, trendy interior (and an even cooler bar that kind of reminds me of a space ship). But I can't help but feel disappointed with Wit & Wisdom.. I recently came here for lunch with a friend and ordered a crunchy chicken sandwich. It was good. The chicken was perfectly cooked and seasoned. But at the same time, it left a bit to desire. Paying $18 for the sandwich and chips is a bit excessive to me. I mean, I didn't even pay for that meal... but I still felt ripped off after eating it, especially because I could name many other restaurants in Baltimore that have sandwiches that are just as good but at a lower price point (and we're talking dinner service too). I've also ordered the beef marrow appetizer on a few occasions here. The first time I had the dish, I was amazed; it was really freaking good. It was so good that I went on several more occasions afterwards just for that one dish. Unfortunately, I found out that the dish came out fairly inconsistently in quality. On more than one occasion, the bread was hard and stale. If something was wrong with the marrow, perhaps I'd be more willing to let things slide; after all, it's not an everyday ingredient. But having bad bread--especially at a high end place like this--isn't acceptable or excusable. It's a shame too because this dish is absolutely phenomenal when it is on point. Drink-wise, Wit & Wisdom has a full alcohol menu with beer, wine, spirits, cocktails, etc... A lot of people seem to like it; the bar area is often packed at night. Wit & Wisdom is actually one of the few places in Baltimore that knows what a Sazerac is (a New Orleans cocktail similar to an Old Fashioned and considered by some to be the first cocktail ever invented) and has it on their menu. It's pretty good... though it will cost you a pretty penny; most cocktails here are above the $10 mark. Overall, Wit & Wisdom is a beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere. The food is good too... but it is very pricey for what it is. I'm willing to spend money for good food (heck, Wit & Wisdom's equally-as-expensive sister restaurant Pabu is one of my favorite places) but I never left Wit & Wisdom raving about the meal and feeling like it was money well spent. I'll leave it with 3 stars though I'd say it's probably closer to a 2.5 star.

    (3)

  • Nicole V.

    Came here on a Tuesday night to meet an old friend and catch up. Ended up staying for hours. Great service, food, drinks, atmosphere, everything. Very nice place.

    (5)

  • Megan C.

    Wit & Wisdom is one of the best bars in the city. I went for a happy hour with co-workers and loved their weeknight specials. The food was great too, especially the steak burger. The ambiance and decor were exactly what I was looking for but unfortunately I have to knock them a star because of the service. Our server didn't seem to enjoy her job or want to take care of us. I would have given them 5 stars had the service been better.

    (4)

  • Kris L.

    Wit and Wisdom is a solid 3 stars. The ambiance is trendy with decent service and good food (not great). Everything is overpriced both for quality and quantity. APPS: The tuna tartare was a bit heavy on the sesame oil, lacking citrus. The lobster corn dogs- not a lot of chunk lobster meat but more a mixture of minced meat with herbs and sauces, not too great. ENTREES: the rockfish was delicious and cooked to perfection but the portion was tiny. the halibut was my favorite dish of the night-perfectly salted and cooked. Very simple, no fancy flavors masking this gorgeous fish. DESSERT: Brownie WW sundae - cute presentation in a wine glass, not too rich, well balanced. SERVICE-uncomfortably pushy about ordering apps, salads, entrees, desserts, AND coffee AND wine, but otherwise prompt and our water glasses were never empty.

    (3)

  • Mya W.

    They have a very nice Sunday Brunch. The food was good with an assortment of choices. The bacon, sausage, ham and beef all cooked very well. The bacon wasn't burnt, sausage wasn't dry, the meat was cooked medium to medium well. The shrimp and crab meat was perfect. The salmon was great! The omelette station was great even had spinach! The macaroni seemed as if it was from the box, but the deserts and rolls, pancakes, French toast, all was above par! This place is really top notch! You can eat right off the water outside, or sit inside and listen to the live music, appropriate music and not loud. Located in the Four Seasons, so expect top notch service.

    (4)

  • Brittany L.

    wow. This place is amazing. The aesthetics are inviting, cozy and romantic. I don't know that I've ever taken notice to let alone admired the design of a bar. But it's near impossible not to notice how cool this bar is. The cocktails were above my expectations and the service was good considering the volume of the bar- we were lucky to still manage a seat. The cocktails had clever names and the mixtures were amazing. It was the perfect pre-drinking drink experience!

    (5)

  • Daniel G.

    We love staying at all the Four Seasons we have stayed. This the first one where the food has been so disappointing. I was told the fish and chips was fresh cod... It was cheap rockfish. ( I asked the waitress to confirm, she apologized). My wife had the crab cake which had a nasty fishy pungency. Bad start to our stay.

    (2)

  • Jay L.

    Went there for brunch. Not worth it. Solid 2. The orange juice is great, tastes fresh, and that's about it. I love breakfast food, but the brunch was unimpressive. Great service and nice brunch location, but that's about it. Pastries, though made fresh, taste no different from stuff from the store. Scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, sausage all standard. Shepards pie was okay. The salad leaves were a little wilted. The smoked salmon lacked tomatoes for the bagel. The Greek yogurt and fresh fruit was good. For $28, you are really paying for the location, not for the food. Wouldn't come back for brunch again.

    (2)

  • Michael U.

    Full Review in blog - dish highlights as below. LA Mill Coffee: One of my favorite roasters and omnipresent on Mina's menus from Baltimore to Detroit to Scottsdale to Vegas to San Jose this is a strong brew with both nutty tones and a bit of caramel linger that works perfectly with desserts, particularly any featuring chocolate. Carolina gold rice 'porridge' with spring garlic pesto, hen egg, duck tongues & cracklins': Essentially oversold and underwhelmed by the 'congee' at Woodberry Kitchen ($18) the team at Wit & Wisdom came through in a big way with this dish, a $9 cast iron pot of bubbling toothsome rice with an egg yolk mixed in adding a bit of creaminess to the otherwise intensely savory blend of flavors. Rich and smooth but punctuated now and again by crispy onion rings and pork cracklins' this was a dish tailored to my tastes and although not quite as impressive as that at Red Medicine a close runner up for best savory porridge I've encountered. Hudson Valley foie gras tourchon with wild rice granola, red and green strawberries, rhubarb, pecans: Having mixed success with Michael Mina's seared foie gras preps this $20 torchon would prove to be an inspired choice as the creamy torchon was paired with some nontraditional flavors in the form of the bitter green strawberries and clover greens plus a bit of crunchy puffed rice in addition to the standard sweets present in strawberries, strawberry jam, and candied nuts. Good on its own but far better spread on griddled brioche I spent quite a bit of time enjoying this dish leading to a Keller-esque replenishing of my bread with warm slices from the kitchen - a lovely gesture but probably the last thing I needed given the substantial amount of carbs consumed. Pineapple Lime and Green Tea Lemonade Sorbet: Ostensibly served to cleanse the palate before moving on to proper desserts these two quenelles sat atop shortbread crumble, both options refreshing and smooth but the former almost too sour without the crumble to add some balance. Rhubarb - Strawberry Shortcake, Fromage Blanc Custard, Rhubarb Sorbet: The only dessert I probably would not have ordered based on its description I was admittedly quite fortunate to have this one 'forced upon me' with the rest of the tasting as the "shortcake" was literally made with little more than strawberries and a bit of four while the liquid nitrogen frozen custard and rhubarb threads provided a textural crunchy juxtaposition to the soft, dense cake and intense sorbet. Red Velvet - Spiced Pecans, Chocolate, Cocoa Nib Ice Cream: Try as I might I remain a slave to my Midwestern palate and a cake over fruit/pie mentality, particularly red velvet and as such this dish really caught my attention in a big way - the deconstructed cake rife with cocoa while the slightly sweet yet spicy pecans lent a lot of kick. Finished with cocoa rocks, a dollop of milk chocolate cream, and bitter-sweet ice cream I was surprised to see something so rich this early in the tasting - at least until I saw what followed. Banana Cream Puff - Chocolate, Coconut Tapioca, Hazelnut Sherbet: I was told I'd be served 'demi-portions' of the desserts as part of my tasting but this was clearly not the case with my first two items, or this one - the best of show in a very strong lineup. Featuring a baseball sized choux pastry with a caramelized sugar shell and an interior stuffed with banana pudding while whole hazelnuts, hazelnut sherbet, and dots of chocolate lined the plate what truly wowed here was the 'tapioca' - part actual tapioca cooked in coconut milk and part balls of actual coconut made with a mini-melon baller. If this is on the menu, get it. Coffee and Cake - LAMILL Devil's Food, Espresso Curd, Brown Butter Coffee Sherbet: A rather timid visual composition compared to the others this was essentially a molten chocolate cake with hefty notes of LAMILL triple-origin "Espress" filling the interior while milk foam and mild sherbet acted as a sort of cappuccino-froth topper to the intense cake. Delicious but definitely the least exciting of the quintet I actually liked the espresso-curd curly-queue the best of the bunch, a semi-solid cream that tasted precisely like the coffee I was drinking. Baltimore Bar - Peanut, Pretzel, Chocolate: The only dessert dish that seems to cross boundaries from one Mina spot to the next, the "Baltimore Bar" (since experienced as the Bourbon Bar at Bourbon Steak Scottsdale) is every bit as decadent as it looks and given the total of day's eating it was actually too rich to finish as the dark chocolate exterior, studded with peanuts and pretzels, housed a core of rich peanut butter mousse nearly as thick as actual peanut butter but substantially more creamy and sweet. The verdict: I will simply say that nearly every aspect of my visit was superlative and while I have never had the opportunity to meet Michael Mina himself I continue to have the utmost faith in his restaurants no matter where I go.

    (5)

  • Benjamin M.

    Service is amazing and the food is really awesome. Been here three times and the drinks are always what I expect and the food is everything and then more then expected.

    (5)

  • Nicole E.

    I've only been here for Happy Hour, and it's awesome. $5 red and white wine selections (one of each), $3-5 beers, and a reasonably priced cocktail of the day. I have never had a happy hour cocktail there appeal to me, and I wonder if that is part of the get-you-in-the-door strategy. There is also a very limited selection of $5 small plates. And happy hour is offered EVERYDAY - yes, including Saturdays and Sundays. The happy hour wings and meatballs are delicious, and my go-to selection. I've also had the Old Bay chips and dip, which are great kettle cooked chips. I had just wished they were served warm! Last time, we also tried the crab deviled eggs on the Happy Hour menu. They were good, but small (only two pieces - one medium sized egg deviled) and had absolutely no crab taste. The rest of the bar menu is very expensive ($19 burger?!) so be prepared if you are not into the happy hour selection. In the summer, you can sit outside (happy hour is not available at the outside bar; you need to sit at the lounge chairs close to the coffee shop side - i.e., the left when you are looking at the water) and have one of the most beautiful harbor views. In the winter, you can sit in the lounge or at the bar, and you feel like you are in a lodge at a fancy ski resort with a water view. The one star comes off because the happy hour selection is quite limited - which would be fine if not ordering off the happy hour on any reasonable budget was feasible. However, the cost of regular food or drink is exorbitant, and would not only negate the money you saved on the happy hour specials, but make you wish you had gone out for real dinner. I'd almost rather see the happy hour specials cost a little bit more if the non-happy hour specials could cost a little bit less.

    (4)

  • MyMy C.

    I've been going to Wit & Wisdom since they opened. While I have dined in the dining room and the bar, my preference is to sit at the bar and have some good cocktails, appetizers, and share an entree. I think I have tried almost everything on the menu, and like to try whatever is new when the menu changes. We come here because the drinks are excellent, food is consistent, and they take care of us. I give the food 4 stars but ambiance and service make this a 5 star rating.

    (5)

  • Jay G.

    My girlfriend and I went to Wit & Wisdom for lunch while in search of a crab cake rated well in Baltimore. While here, we went with the Charred Octopus and Michael's Ahi Tuna Tartare which were both very tasty and delicious as well as fresh. For our sandwich/burger, we shared the Maryland Crab Cake Sandwich as well as the 'Bourbon Steak' Burger. Both of these were also very tasty but I was unable to eat all of the food since I got full. Overall, we would recommend this place to anyone looking for a good meal on the inner harbor.

    (5)

  • Wasim Q.

    This place is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. One of my favorite restaurants in B-more. Very creative stuff, and great presentation. The desserts are amazing. I had a deconstructed red velvet cake, and a spiced apple cake served out of a jar. Lobster corn dogs and pan roasted brussel sprouts are also great. I love the atmosphere: they are taking the tavern thing that Baltimore is known for and taking it to an upscale level (e.g., exposed white brick walls). The only bad thing is that when you get home, you'll find that your clothes reek of the firewood from their real fireplace.

    (5)

  • Kelly H.

    Wit & Wisdom is one of the best dining experiences I've had to date. My boyfriend and I went there on Valentine's Day, drawn to the tavern for the titillating menu options and unique name. The ambiance is beautiful--a mix of rustic and modern decor. I loved the romantic, dark lighting and the general vibe I got from the atmosphere and the employees. It was upscale, but welcoming, which is hard to come by. My boyfriend and I both got cocktails, which were clean and refreshing. The waitress brought us grilled bread and warm honey as an appetizer, which was so outstanding, we ordered more. For our first course, I got soup and he got salad--both were very good and just the right portion sizes. They offered us an amuse bouche after the appetizers, then we got our main courses. I had ordered an oven-roasted chicken, which came with miniature waffles and roasted vegetables. My boyfriend got a steak, which had brussel sprouts and walnuts. Both of our entrees were AMAZING, and we ate every last bit. For dessert, we had a lovely peanut butter/ chocolate tarte, and reveled every bite. The presentation of each course was so beautiful, and everything tasted great. The experience was wonderful in every aspect and I can't wait to go back for our next special occasion!

    (5)

  • Jenny H.

    It's a really nice restaurant, but the breakfast food was just decent given the price, not delicious. I came for breakfast early on a weekday, and they have a very simple menu. Their rancher's breakfast was OK, just two eggs (ordinary), with little round potatoes (red, blue and others)- the best part of the breakfast with sauteed onions, and bacon. The bacon was overcooked and dry. For $18, it was disappointing. The shrimp and grits were pretty good, came out piping out which I like and the sauce was good. The shrimp wasn't as meaty or big as I normally like them to be though. I may want to come back on a weekend to try their weekend brunch which I heard was really good.

    (3)

  • Jordan B.

    Excellent service while dining here. The servers were very knowledgable and kind. The food was exactly what I ordered! Perfect place to have night out with a loved one! Highly suggest ordering on of the selections of steak, you will not regret it!

    (5)

  • Chris R.

    Close this place down please. It's the only glaring weak spot associated with The Four Seasons in Baltimore. Food is good (far from great) but the attitude and approach to customers has sucked from Day One. Let's admit our mistake and start all over again.

    (1)

  • Riley K.

    Went for Happy Hour (daily 4-7pm) and had a good time. Bar seats are comfy and the vibe is nice - modern / raw wood / metal / white brick. Patio seating available, but construction is currently hindering view of Harbor. Had numerous (2 beer, 2 cocktails, 2 wine) drinks from HH menu and 4 of 5 appetizers from HH menu and came out around $50 with tip. I always like to order all of the HH food and make it a dinner for two! We enjoyed the Amish pimento cheese, Amish meat spread stuff, wings and meatballs. Will definitely be back. At least 4 areas for lounging on couches / chairs.

    (4)

  • William C.

    I had a reservation here for a week and the table was ready when we arrived. Our experience with the service was typical (ie/ server took down our order, provided bread on the table, refilled our waters, checked on us). The upside to the service was our server didn't rush us. With regards to the food, I wasn't blown away - everything tasted simple, despite the ingredients used. For the appetizers: 1. the foie gras - sweet and buttery flavors - this would have worked very well as a dessert, especially with the strawberries and the peanut butter crisps. 2. the roasted bone marrow - This appetizer was incredible heavy on my stomach and I can eat. Again, I felt it was out of place on the appetizers 3. the heirloom beet salad - this was done pretty well. For the entrees: she had the sunburst trout, which I should've gotten myself . It was delicious, especially the clam broth that was rested underneath it. I ordered the pork duo- this was pork Overload. There was belly and (the loin?) along with a strip of bacon. I felt the emphasis on this dish was on the three different cuts of pork rather than the flavor and texture. I just felt, 'meh..' Dessert: Panna cotta - if the bone marrow and the pork hadn't filled me up, i would've dug into this more. It too was delish. With the overall experience, my primary reason for coming here was its location - the food i ordered fell short, but the service made up for the outing

    (4)

  • Helen T.

    Ambiance was quite lovely. A modern take on a wooden tavern theme. There is an open cooking area with a wood burning oven which gave a rustic feel to the modern decor. Love the rich brown hues and vintage looking light bulbs. Grilled Bread with lightly whipped goat cheese mousse topped with honey was absolutely heavenly. The Steak ribeye was slightly tough but delicious flavors. The smoked flavor blends well with the richness of the red wine sauce. The mushrooms add a nice dimension of flavor that complements the steak. I tried the NY strip on a next visit to W&W - it was so tender and delicious! The black truffle Mac and cheese as absolutely delicious. It had a nice smoky flavor that balanced the earthiness of the truffle and sharp creaminess of the cheese. The noodles were spiral and thick, tying the dish together well. LOVE. Not ashamed to say I've ordered it each time I've been here. ;) The mushroom side dish was okay. I liked the variety of mushrooms but felt the lemon was overpowering and took away from the flavors of the dish. I tried some of the lobster pot pie. It was so delicious! May order that next time. Expect a spectacle when the waiter comes out to prepare your dish! I won't spoil the surprise but I thought it was so adorable they way they arranged the plate :)). Def a great place for a special occasion or just because you feel like spoiling yourself. ;)

    (4)

  • Deirdre A.

    Lovely dinner, great view, fantastic lobster pot pie!!!( I dream of eating it again) one of my favorite places to eat in Baltimore, you just have to get past the retards hanging out at the bar:)

    (5)

  • Teresa A.

    This is a beautiful place! I am a bargain hunter and this place was definitely out of my comfort zone, but going to meet an old friend during happy hour turned out to be excellent! The drinks and apps are definitely affordable during happy hour and we had a great time. Great place to relax in their multiple lounge areas. My friend was an hour late so I grabbed the only seat available in one of the lounge areas, there were two HUGE guys sitting there, come to find out they were Ravens players and were super nice and "allowed" me to sit with them till my friend showed up. Just saying, it was pretty awesome! Again, it's pricey, so I enjoyed the happy hour wine, and the port cheese dip. I would love to come back again and have dinner and just splurge a little! Definitely a place to chat, very romantic, very classy!

    (4)

  • Aileen P.

    Amazing brunch buffet! Great variety and presentation. Took mom for her birthday and knocked her socks off.

    (5)

  • Julie D.

    We had made reservations here to celebrate our daughter's graduation, it was to be a night of celebration. The evening started out well with our table ready when we arrived and a lovely card signed by the staff congratulating her. When the menus were delivered the server asked which of us were not able to have gluten (3 of us) and pointed to the one or two items on the main menu that we could order. Really? 6 weeks notice of our allergies and the best they could do was offer a dish or two? Our daughter is pescatarian and couldn't have either of the items offered (which they knew about in advance). It went downhill from there. They ended up serving her steamed broccoli and dry white rice. Seriously. She is not allergic to seasonings or many sauces, it is really quite easy to saute vegetables with garlic, peppers and onion. Create a quick sauce with citrus, any number of creative ways to elevate dishes with out resorting to wheat or dairy. Unfortunately this restaurant, which was supposed to be the highlight of our trip, sorely disappointed. Sure they provided a lovely selection of desserts at no cost after we complained, but it was too little, too late. Imagine spending the money to dine at a fine restaurant and having to go out to eat afterwards because they could not accommodate your diet, despite the emails to the manager about them ahead of time. The only reason there is more than one star on this review is because our wait and support staff were so good. Management and the kitchen were sub-par.

    (2)

  • Leila S.

    This place is beautiful and classy. The lounge over looks the harbor for a nice sunset . The drinks were good yet very over priced. I ordered the turkey burger and paid over $20 for the burger alone. But it was worth going to and would again.

    (4)

  • Axl R.

    I would not recommend this place as the oatmeal was quite suboptimal and I could have made it better myself. Nothing was spectacular from the buffet at all. I got an a-la-cart omelette and while it was good, it was $19!!! WHAT? Gee, if a diner can do a good omelette for $5 or with fancy ingredient for $8, they are just ripping people off. Our drinks weren't even that good. I think you can do much better for much cheaper. Step it up.

    (2)

  • A. S.

    This is the place to come if you're looking for a great view and top-notch service. In the dining area you can sit facing the water or facing the open kitchen, where you can see the chefs preparing your meal. Service is very attentive, although food comes out slowly--this is not the place to go if you're looking for a quick meal. Or even a meal that's not particularly long. I wasn't in the mood to drink so I ordered a shirley temple--I don't know how they made that thing, but it was somehow like no other shirley temple I'd ever had and also exactly what I was looking for. Maybe house-made grenadine? I should have asked the waitress. I ordered the crabcake. It was good, but I would have liked a bit more salt. It was served over some sort of roasted tomato puree, which I didn't think added much, but the side, which was roasted beets with pistachios and croutons, was delicious. Two other stand-outs were the lobster corn dogs and the roasted corn. Recommended for a date night or special occasion. Or when someone else is footing the bill.

    (4)

  • Yong K.

    Yummmm great tasting food sure tastes better when it's free! My friend's mother treated a small group of us to dinner here so while I usually take price/value into my rating of a restaurant... it's kinda biased/nonexistant for here. Anyways, the FOOD: (we didn't order many main courses cuz we weren't too hungry) - lobster corn dogs: i was expecting a whole lobster tail inside, but it's not. but still delicious!! one order comes with 6 small ones - tuna tartare: they mix it up with some egg, pears, etc. it was fresh and really tasty! one of the best tuna tartare's i've ever had - crabcake: really good!! lots of crab meat. i still love faidley's the best but this is a great crabcake too - grilled octopus salad: this was the hidden gem of the night. i had never tried grilled octopus so wasn't expecting much but the way they prepared it made the octopus not too chewy, but just right. and the flavors with all the veggies and squid ink and others was really good - bone marrow: my first time trying. was pretty good, but can feel kinda oily/greasy/heavy if you haven't tried it before. but they give bread with it and you can eat it with it. - black truffle mac n cheese: GREAT. darn good mac n cheese dessert: - LEMON: delicate meringue, avocado, grapefruit, cilantro. This was really good. flavor was complex (i hope i'm using that word correctly). all the different ingredients gave their unique flavor and ultimately, everything worked together really well. - panna cotta: has some tang and has some sweet. blend it together on your spoon for a party in your mouth!! while i didn't pay, i still saw the prices and thought that they were a little pricey for some of the dishes, considering the dishes weren't that large (portion-wise) Interior was super clean and modern looking. Huge glass walls that look out over the inner harbor. Beautiful view, and afterwards, you can go outside on the walkway/patio near the water if the weather is nice. service was great. very helpful, polite, and quick. If you're in harbor east and want some good food, i recommend this place! a little pricey, but hey, if you're in harbor east, you're bound to spend money. might as well spend it on this good restaurant.

    (4)

  • Elizabeth W.

    My husband and I treated ourselves to our first post-baby "date" at this Four Seasons eatery. We loved the soaring ceilings, gorgeous harbor-side views, small and focused menu, and its apparent aspiration to serve the best of seasonal Maryland cuisine. However, the quality of the dishes--and service--was uneven. Am I the only person who knows what heirloom tomatoes and burrata mozzarella are supposed to taste like? Given Michael Mina's reputation, surely the chef in command knows better, but his buyers don't. This restaurant ostensibly has a commitment to sourcing local, seasonal products (each meat has its provenance included in the dish's title) but these tomatoes were as mealy as you'd find in a Giant Foods come February; This is a shame considering local markets are bursting with deep red and purple, jewel-like heirlooms right now (priced for a pittance). I shudder to think where the flat-tasting burrata was procured. The oysters were delicious, although as others have pointed out it's a shame there weren't more different varieties to choose from, so close to oystering waters. The wine was extraordinarily expensive. A glass of California chardonnay for $17? This is about what the Gramercy Park Hotel charges to imbibe among Warhol and Basquiat paintings. I surmise that the drinks are priced to keep out the "hoi polloi"... yet with such a marquis location this is not easily accomplished. There was a boisterous, drawn out birthday party where the guests had a few too many pricey cocktails and lingered long with fuchsia gift bags scattered on the restaurant's oversized furniture. Our main courses, baked chicken and pork loin respectively, satisfied, but didn't wow us. The middle-of-the-road flavors didn't match the high falutin' plated presentation. Finally, the panna cotta dessert, while tasty, looked like human parts scattered at a car wreck. In its Harbor East neighborhood, full of overpriced, mediocre restaurants (with a few exceptions), Wit & Wisdom is one of the worst offenders.

    (2)

  • Lou L.

    We went here on a Saturday night. Our reservation was for 845 and we were seated immediately. The staff at the front of the house was very friendly and smiled the entire time. Our waitress came over very quickly and made some suggestions off the cocktail menu, which were very good! For an appetizer we ordered the charcuterie plate. Everything on it was delicious, aside from the head cheese, but that is not for everyone. As an entree my wife ordered the pork loin and belly entree. I had the lobster pot pie as suggested by our server. As a side we had the truffle mac n cheese. My wife really enjoyed her entree and the lobster pot pie was amazing. The mac and cheese was also delicious. For dessert we ordered the Baltimore Bar. We really liked it and I'm not even a peanut butter person. All in all, this was a great meal. Sure it was expensive but the food, staff, environment, and presentation was great. I'm assuming the less than stellar reviews are coming from stuck up people staying at the hotel. You won't be disappointed with this restaurant.

    (5)

  • H G.

    If you want a classy experience with nice ambiance, Wit & Wisdom is a great place for a happy hour and light dinner. Drinks are strong and nicely done. The Lobster Corn Dog and Amish Cheese are a must-have at the bar/lounge area during happy hour. The charcuterie and cheese plates are great snack for late night mingles. For dessert, the CCC and the Strawberry Rhubarb are to die for. I believe they are seasonal so keep and eye out. Brunch is ok, a little expensive for the buffet and all you can drink.

    (4)

  • Amanda I.

    This was an amazing 'experience'. The food was amazing, the service outstanding, and a very clean atmosphere where you watch the chefs prepare the food in the kitchen right in front of you. Our waiter was one of the best waiters I have ever had, period. He was extremely informative, but not overly so. He made recommendations for meals when they were sadly out of pork belly. He was prompt. All of our food (4 top) came out at the same time. Drinks were re-filled during the entire meal as quickly as we put them down empty. I got a Moscow Mule, which even though not served in a copper mug, was one of the best I've ever had. The grilled bread was to. die. for. We each got a ramekin of our own dipping sauce which I enjoyed. I got the roasted virginia chicken and the skin was done to perfection, the kale was amazing. The only thing I would do differently was NOT get the truffle mac n cheese. The sauce was not very good and I am lactose intolerant, it wasn't worth getting sick over. My fiancee got the tiny potatoes which were very good. Three of us got the chicken and one got the swordfish which was enjoyed as well. The portions are not big, they were the perfect size to finish the meal, not feel overly stuffed, and be perfectly satisfied. The desserts looked fabulous, however, we did not get any. Yes, this IS an expensive restaurant, however I don't mind paying 40$ for a meal if its enjoyed.

    (4)

  • Joseph N.

    We went here at an off time around 3:00pm for lunch(we were traveling) and were essentially shooed out of the door. They were open and other diners were eating and being seated, but they had a gaggle of rules for us regarding eating at this time. IE, we would have to be done within 2 hours before dinner started, we couldn't order off the "Happy hour menu" at a table and we couldn't sit outside, even though others were sitting there. Then the Hostess told us it would be best to sit at the bar, and we could get the happy hour prices.....Ummmm, OK. I just wanted to have a nice lunch at the waterfront and was certainly happy to spend some money, so Why tell me all the things I "can't do."? I guess they just didn't want my business or my money, so I spent it somewhere else.

    (1)

  • Michelle W.

    Came to the bar just to have some dessert. I did that twice for two different work trips and each dessert was absolutely delicious. I've had the chocolate bar and the warm apple dessert. Both are amazing! I love my sweets!

    (4)

  • Vanessa S.

    Food is decent - have yet to dine in the restaurant but the patio and the service is less than mediocre. Because it is the 4 seasons I had the bar set pretty high. This place is rarely at the top of my list based on my previous experiences ... All in all it's very over rated.

    (2)

  • Elizabeth B.

    Went here for NYE with my husband for a 5-course tasting menu. The lobster, sashimi tuna, short ribs and caviar were amazing and perfectly executed. The chestnut soup lacked flavor and the chocolate dessert I took one bite of - not worth the calories or over stuffing my already full belly. Service was a bit slow but cheery and good. I'd go back for $300 less than what we paid. Overall good meal, but the highlight was seeing #55 and a bunch of other Ravens waltz in, not the food.

    (3)

  • Rachel H.

    My husband and I were in Baltimore for a family wedding, and we had some free time on our last night, so we went to Wit & Wisdom for dinner. The first thing that struck us was that we loved the warm, hip ambiance of the place. We were also knocked out by the service - it was really top notch. We started with the bone marrow appetizer for my hubby which was a first for him. He liked it just fine and thought the presentation was impressive. I had the lobster lollypops and they were delish and the serving was ample. We both had salads, I had the wedge and it was so good. I had one of the fish specials and hubby had the crab sampler and we both loved our meals. We finished with their famous dessert whose name is escaping me - something called a candy bar or something, with gold nugget crunchies on it. It was so decadent and yummy. The only thing that was just okay was the mac n' cheese - it was stone cold. Sent it back, and it came out warm but bland and the pasta was overcooked and mushy. It was all I could do not to ask for some tabasco or something to liven it up. I would recommend a meal at this restaurant, I think it's well worth the price.

    (4)

  • Allie P.

    The decor is modern and inviting, and the waitresses are personable and chic. Brunch is okay, just know you are definitely paying for the view of the beautiful harbor. Happy Hour allows you to try some of the restaurant's greatest appetizers, such as the wings and awesome drinks at a discounted rate. Also, awesome people watching amongst Baltimore's coolest faces. Love taking in drinks outside on the patio when the weather's nice. Late night drinks on the couches make you feel like a VIP. The price is worth how special you feel walking in and out of here.

    (4)

  • Thomas W.

    Had some young relatives in from Canada and wanted to take them out for a good meal with a waterview. The W&W interior is really nicely done without being overdone, hits just the right note. And the waterviews are spectacular. Our waiter and staff were terrific without being too attentive. My steak was nicely done as were the sides. Now this is a pretty tony restaurant so naturally I dressed for it. Which brings me to the only downside. A number of the patrons obviously did not feel it necessary to dress for the event. A guy ahead of me at the hostess booth was in a ratty baseball cap, t shirt with a hole in it and shorts. And he wasnt the only one "dressed down". Makes me wonder if dress codes should come back to some degree!

    (4)

  • Craig L.

    $20 for a chard. Hmmm. What sends this review down the toilet was dinner. In a Four Seasons/Michael Mina, you expect the epitome of service. Place was very lightly seated (day before the 4th). Ordered a signature dish (crab three ways) and waited. 30 mins before bread brought (and two server reminders). Then waited, and waited and waited. A total of 90 mins for the entrée! OMG! And the manager apologized and then comp'd us a % on the entrée (full price for wine/sides). Here is the kicker. When the food arrived it was cold. Room temp cold. Softshell was salty. Awful. Crab soup very good. Crab cake so so. COLD! How do you do that? There are numerous ways to save a customer service experience like this. Not one was tried. Don't waste your time OR money. I would not recommend this to a friend.

    (1)

  • Erica C.

    This is quickly becoming one of my favorite restaurants. My mother and I went here for brunch today. The service was downright amazing. Coffee was flowing and we had about 5 people waiting on now, not including the 2 valet guys, or the door man. The details make this place wonderful. It is upscale, but far from snobby. Valet parking is complimentary. They have your car waiting for you the second you exit. Amazing service. Now for the food. We started with the beignets, which were out of this world. There were only 3 of them, 4 would have been ideal. They came with a delicious chocolate sauce, blueberry preserves, and caramel sauce (amazing, and it had vanilla bean specks in it). I could order a bunch of these and munch all day. I ordered the crab eggs benedict. It was truly wonderful with lump chunks of crab meat. It came with small pave potatoes (Thomas Keller much? ad hoc? LOVE IT!). My mother ordered the fried chicken & waffles, which was also good. The waffles had some sort of balsamic vinaigrette on them, very interesting. The drinks are wonderful. I adore the mimosas. The coffee is also lovely, similar to the coffee service at Charleston. Plus, the half & half is steamed, which is a huge plus. The brunch at Wit & Wisdom is insane. You sure do pay for it though. A brunch for two can cost over $100. I'm still a huge fan of Woodberry Kitchen's brunch. It is cheaper and very similar.

    (4)

  • C B.

    I was disappointed to hear that other Yelper's had a less than par experience...however, I had a fantastic one. I feel this is one of the top restaurants in Baltimore. The atmosphere was upscale: woody and reminiscent of an out-in-the-woods lodge, especially the fireplace and stacked wood. The tables are a little small but understandable because its premium real estate. The bar area looks pretty snazzy to me as well. I commend the chef on presentation--very artistic. The taste was equally impressive. Rockefeller said, "the secret to success is to do common things uncommonly well." IMHO, they did a great job with the common things and threw in a few uncommon. The menu was certainly written by a high-end menu writer as each description seemed very exotic but the food does have an out of the ordinary taste--I'm not going to question their methods as long as my taste buds sing. The service was very thorough and friendly. As I said before, was so surprised that others had service shortcomings, as it seemed that this outfit had good training and motivated staff when I was there. The only thing that would keep me from returning often is that as a fine dining establishment, they have prices to match. If you can afford coming here on a weekly or even monthly basis, then you earn far more income than I do. My dinner date WITHOUT wine but including gratuity was about $170 for two. My dinner guest had her socks blown off and she still talks about it to this day...so I suppose it worth bringing her to this eyeopener of a restaurant. I'll come back next time when I need to impress someone who would appreciate a beautiful spot like this.

    (5)

  • Z B.

    We made a last minute decision to try this place on Saturday night but they didn't have anything available till 10:15pm 15min before the kitchen close time. Service was great starting from the doormen to managers. Salmon croquettes were delicious. I tried one of the seasonal cocktail "Russian Mule" and liked it a lot. Also the red snapper was good and specially liked it because the portion was just right! If you're planning to try this place definitely call ahead to make a reservation.

    (5)

  • Syreeta B.

    A cant sing the praises of this restaurant enough! There is a cohesion to Wit&Wisdom that more upscale restaurant need to take note of. The moment you walk in you think wow there is a lot going on. Fast pace and vibrant, but Once you sit down in the lounge or dining area it suddenly become your family living room or dining room. Comfortable and cozy very personal and intimate. The staff works together so effortlessly. I never had a empty glass of anything. The managers as well as a neighboring server has no problems making sure your every need is met. I had the pleasure of having Donnie as my server. He's knowledge of the menu is like a science. He broke the menu down to the smallest details and everything he recommended was excellent. Fantastic place!

    (5)

  • Gene L.

    This is my girlfriend's go-to place for a girls night or date night. It is beautiful right by the water, and you feel like you've been transported to another country when sitting outside in such scenic surroundings. The cocktails here are amazing and so creative. The bartenders do such a great job of making each cocktail taste amazing, and you can see that they all really enjoy working there. I've also had dessert here- coffee cake as well as orange chocolate praline - and it was soo delicious. I still can taste it even after so many days! People here are very dressed up, but not pretentious.

    (5)

  • Louis D.

    I've heard nothing but great things about this restaurant but my Sunday Brunch experience was lack luster. I'm chalking my experience up as a anomaly because the waiter was inexperienced and inattentive. In addition, the buffet was not worth the money. My girlfriend and I are going to give this place the benefit if the doubt and try it again for dinner because we really want to enjoy the experience there. I will let you know how it goes.....

    (2)

  • Michael W.

    We had dinner here a week ago. I had the lobster pot pie. The presentation alone was worth five stars. It comes out on a cart in a copper pot with the puff pastry large and seemingly overflowing. The server then re-plates it with several large pieces of lobster which were delicious with the truffled sace and mushrooms. We also had the crispy calimari and pork belly which were tasty as well. The squid ink ravioli tasted pretty good but presentation was interesting. We had the happy hour cocktail which was pretty tasty though we like more of a bite. I've had cocktails here before and if you're reading this, you already know that this is their strong point. Had a Manhattan that was on point. I would come back here for food and/or drinks.

    (4)

  • Le B.

    The drinks here are always eventful still a bit trepidatious on the food - waiting on jury This place oozes location location location, the fire is blazing and I am loving the high back chairs. Will write more gotta be a regular before I can really hand down the verdict on this location

    (3)

  • Evan F.

    Great place on the water in Inner Harbor area. I had the lobster roll and was not disappointed. I also tried some of my girlfriend's crab cake and it was delicious. I would definitely recommend this to a friend.

    (4)

  • Ben S.

    I ate lunch in the Four Season's Wit and Wisdom restaurant per a recommendation in my Travel & Leisure magazine May 2013. The hotel is really expansive. An alert doorwoman moved to expedite my entrance into the building. I found myself in a massive lobby made to seem even larger owing to it's sparse decor. The signature smell upon entering was a bit over powering and not particularly a favourite of mine, but it disappeared near the restaurant. Replacing it was the warm air and smell that comes from a real wood burning fireplace. There are two. One makes a nice lounge area near the bar, surrounded by couches. The other is in the open air kitchen where select grill items are prepared (see picture). Opposite it is a massive wall of floor to ceiling windows which in my opinion makes for quite a hot dining room. Service was....well I'm not sure. Nothing bad happened, but I have to admit my waitress just irritated me. Perhaps I was just in a funky mood, but I found her to be exerting too much fake joy over the menu items. Listening to her describe things was rather annoying. She was very attentive and efficient though and by no means can I say not - overly - friendly. I ordered the peanut soup which was good. It was served in a bowl with some peanut butter smeared on the side. The bowl was served empty and a waiter poured the soup into the bowl at my table (I love when they do that). The main course I chose, fish tacos (you get two), was served in a double (one soft one hard) flame toasted taco shell, the I flavour of which I felt over powered the entire dish. The salsa was barely noticeable unfortunately. If you walk out of the restaurant and hotel past the restrooms you will get a glimpse of a grand staircase hidden away in the corner. The railing and massive chandelier I found to be impressive. One more note, ordering items of the $20 45-minute lunch menu (you can pick a starter and main from a select list) will get you smaller portions than normal (so in the case of the tacos I suppose the $20 version would be one taco).

    (3)

  • Mer L.

    I am a Michael Mina fan. My husband and I have had wonderful experiences at RN74 in San Francisco and Seattle. For that reason, I walked a mile and a half in 96-degree heat after flying in from the west coast in hopes of relaxing at the bar with a glass of wine or three and the good food that I've come to expect from Mina establishments. What a letdown! I got major attitude from the bartender, three or for mouthfuls of wine (his idea of a 'glass') for $16, and some mediocre appetizers. As I sat and observed, it became obvious to me that quality of service was highly dependent upon whether or not one was also a guest at the Four Seasons. I was appropriately dressed (I visit the east coast regularly and understand that people dress for dinner there). Nonetheless, it was obvious that my server wanted me gone as quickly as possible, so I obliged, which was his loss. Despite my humble teacher's salary, I have been known to drop healthy sums of money at restaurants I like, and I tip well when service is good. I did just that at the Thames Street Oyster House the next evening!

    (1)

  • Skot B.

    atmosphere was excellent except for the holiday party in the bar area, which was playing music that somewhat infringed on our dinner--it wasn't loud so much as not consistent with the overall ambiance and the holiday season (guns and roses). service was attentive and pretty good. food was nicely presented and creative, but I found it lacking in flavor.

    (3)

  • Laura J.

    I don't understand why all these other reviewers complain so much about the pricing so much. You're in a Four Seasons AND you're in a Michael Mina restaurant! I think these people need to better manage their expectations. This place is awesome! We arrived a few minutes before our reservation and enjoyed a cocktail. The sticky wicket is the bomb! My friend had a local Maryland wine called Bedlam which was super intersting - really floral and aromatic. Don't miss out on the fried macaroni and cheese on a stick! For dinner we enjoyed the Lobster Pot Pie and the Rabbit Boudin Cassoulet. Everything was delicious and perfectly seasoned. The mushrooms were scrumptious. Watching all the action in the open kitchen is way exciting. For dessert we tried the special they were running that night - a very interesting take on a deconstructed lemon meringue pie with avocado ice cream. Really interesting textures and flavors without being too sweet. Service was timely, professional and unobtrusive. Wine list is well thought out and interestingly organized and yes, of course it is expensive but isn't that the whole point of going out to a nice restaurant? If I wanted Two-Buck Chuck, I'd drink it at home. Don't miss Wit & Wisdom on account of these other cheapskates' reviews. The ambiance is incredibly warm and welcoming with a gorgeous view of the harbor. Truly a lovely experience.

    (5)

  • Gigi U.

    We went for brunch to celebrate my sister's birthday. We sat outside on the patio with my 3 yr nephew and dog. It was a beautiful sunny day and we had a nice view of the harbor. We started with the fresh beignets wtih fruit preserves and lobster corndogs. The beignets were light and had lots of powdered sugar. The lobster corndogs were pricey but a sophistaticated twist to the regular fair food so we had to try them. My sister had the Jumbo Lunch Maryland Crab Benedict which she enjoyed very much. The eggs were prepared sous vide. She also had the pear champagne cocktail with grapefruit and eldeerflower which she highly recommends. I had the omelett with fried clams and sausage. I would have liked the Baltimore fries which i had to taste off of my sisters plates but i got the HCC greens which were more healthier for me. It was hearty and healthy meal. We were served by the General Manager, Anthony Kinn who gave us exceptional customer service. He was very engaged with us as soon as he seated us. He was very knowledgable about the menu and and extremely attentive. The servers gave my dog a water bowl and Anthony gave my sister extra elderflower water since he thought she couldn't taste it in her cocktail. The food and service was excellent. We would definitely go back to try the bar and dinner menu. It's in a great location but the GPS had difficulty finding it. It's in the Four Seasons hotel which is across from the Roy's restaurant.

    (4)

  • Andrew M.

    Schizo and Phrenic. Breeze into the fantastic open huge bar space and drink in the front row view of the harbor channel opposite the Ritz Carlton residences. Dressed to the nines expecting a Cindy Wolf Charlestonesque experience, one doesn't expect to draw on days of yore watering hole expertise to fight for a bar stool. Wednesday's happy hour was a low brow scene. Empty Natty Boh cans and wine glasses overflowed the service bar into the bar area. Scary divorcees prowled next to the two loud alcohol lubricated birthday parties of young females, future divorcee prospects, crowned with paper tiaras.Two stools were delivered after hovering over patrons in front of an uncleared collection of empty cocktail glasses and a long ago cashed out check. A busy barkeep was borderline friendly. Look at the patio bench in the direct line of view to the water outside honey, that drunk couple needs to get a room. Seriously, it is 7:30, can the guy please remove his hand from under her shirt? Guests arrive, and it is time to vamanose from the bar pronto.You can't escape the neighboring bar noise, but you feel like you are in a different world. The attractive open cooking area delivered perfectly timed high end courses. The rice porridge with duck tongues topped with a raw hen egg was ordered on a dare. The herbed garlicy gruel consistency was contrasted by the bacon thin crispy tongues, and it surprisingly worked. Order the foie gras next time. Fellow diners swooned over their salads and appetizers. The sommelier didn't have any Rhone wines on the menu, and tried to pawn off a Greek wine on this apparantly daft looking patron. The waitress upsold at every opportunity, and used guilt to push $10 vegetable sides. The talented chef was the star of the show, and employed expert technique from braising to grilling. The simplicty of uber high end ingredients like line caught grouper or the local lamb shined as the moon rose across the water. Punching out satiated after the well over $100/head experience, we came full circle weaving past stumbling inbound bar patrons wearing Orioles garb who had a generous head start with the beer man at the game across town.

    (3)

  • Lora C.

    One of the worst meals that I have had in a LONG WHILE. I had a reservation for 7:15 and arrived early. You would have thought that I was a criminal. Rudest hostest that I have encountered for a LONG WHILE. Meal was not good. Music was LOUD, and service was SLOW. Oyster Rockefeller was cold, and the rockfish main dish was uninspired. The stuffed calamari unedible. Ordered the red velvet cake.... It just was not good. 4Seasons. You have a LOT OF WORK TO Do. I am going to take my business to Charleston down the street. Or to the La Scala in Little Italy. Or Oceanaire. Not coming back.

    (1)

  • Ray M.

    I didn't eat, just met a friend at the bar for a few drinks. It has a nice hip but casual vibe. Service was attentive. The drink prices weren't as over-the-top as I thought they would be which was a nice surprise since it's in the Four Seasons. Highlight of the night was Julia Louis-Dreyfus coming in and sitting at the table next to us...Get Out!

    (4)

  • M F.

    Service was rather poor! The restaurant was well staffed with plenty of servers and bartenders, but they were still inattentive and unapologetic. We were there for almost 3 hours, and not because we wanted our meal to last that long. So incredibly slow! The food was alright, but nothing notable. For prices like that, the service needs to match. Will not recommend.

    (2)

  • Jen C.

    I chuckled that the ambiance was so trendy and modern (seats by the window give you a gorgeous, gorgeous view of the harbor and million dollar townhomes), yet was blasting Livin' La Vida Loca and other oldies. Odd mix. The place was filled with people in the waiting and bar area. There's even outdoor seating, which I could tell was a much more casual atmosphere. Indoors you can pass with a jeans, heels, and a nice blouse, or even dress up super nice. Business caz will do. Service was excellent--what you would get at a ****/$$$$ hoity restaurant, with drinks filled to the brim, knowledgable servers, silverware placement specifications, and dishes served all together. ~Watermelon beets salad was OK. Wasn't too much of a fan of the cheese choices that were blended in. Only enough for one person--we split amongst 2 (they were great about doing this without asking), but literally it was like 4 cubes to bite and that was it. ~The duck is perfectly done. However, it comes in four 2x1" slices (?!?!) with a small pot of bean gratin. This wasn't realy a gratin--it was just topped in a green sugary crunch top. The duck was really divine, but really--this dish was NOT worth $40 just to be paired up with some filler beans. ~Don't be deceived by the chicken on the menu; it's actually a leg and smaller chunk of chicken with microgreens. It was dry and expected flavor profiles, excpet very salty. Wasn't a fan of the bread chip that had liver mousse. Definitely not worth $35. ~The most appealing dish looked like the lobster pot pie. It's actually decomposed--comes out on a fancy cart. Gimmicky. Server puts the top pie on a plate (really like a slice of bread), lays the lobster pieces on top, and drizzles in sauce. $48/dish though...didn't look filling at all. ~Rib eye was promised to be quite large, but when it came out, our friend was in disbelief. Another small dish. They presented it in an iron pot first, before taking it back to make it serve-ready. Gimmick #2. Absolute, hands down winner would be the desserts. Apparently, the pastry chef just won a best new pastry award in Food & Wine (big deal :) and we were so glad to be there trying it. DELICIOUS. ~If you like coffee cake and deeper/intense flavors, get that. It comes with a flavorless foam for texture and some ice cream. ~Favorite around the table was the rhubarb (strawberry shortcake). Perfect tartness and sweetness in the entire bowl. I could drink it all up. ~Banana puff was divine--it's not really the usual puff you get, more like a bread with a crusty top, and was paired with ice cream and little coconut tapioca balls (yummy!). ~Apple pie was standard; I'd try something more adventurous. The desserts and great service made this place exceptional, and that alone would have merited 4-5 stars. But for the food, I would have walked out very angry for paying $150 for that, especially the chicken. It's like getting 1 tapas as a surprise. With an 'eh' side. With microgerens. I can't say I'll be back, because it really just is not worth it to spend so much for good (not mindblowing) food--but if I had it my way, I would eat dessert here often.

    (3)

  • Michael H.

    Don't bother. For this amount of money you have so many choices for really amazing food and this wasn't worth it. And when going out for a special occasion dressed up for a nice dinner experience, I don't want to sit next to people wearing football jerseys and listen to bad musac in the background. The food was good but not great. Definitely lacked a wow factor on everything we had: tuna tar tar, crab ap, hamburger, chicken, Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, Mac and cheese. It wasn't memorable (other than the bill) and we won't go back.

    (2)

  • Bridget G.

    This place has good cocktails and a fun bar atmosphere. Arguably overpriced. And the food is not really all that great... Could be so much better

    (3)

  • Erica M.

    I was a little skeptical of Wit and Wisdom when I walked in, because it had the air of a pretentious, over-priced restaurant with mediocre food. The crowd at the bar, which is what you see when you first walk in, was fully stocked with yuppies dressed in their Friday night best. I looked similar to them, but without the substantial financials. We (my mother, my stepdad, and I) got there about 5 minutes before our reservation time, and they seated us at a small table while we waited. We got drinks, and eventually (though a bit after our reservation time) were transferred to a real table. The hostess and waitress were very polite and pleasant, but not over-friendly. We had many staff stop by the table that night. The waitress forgot to bring us wine twice, which was mildly irritating. I dock one star because for the quality of the food, it was just a tiny bit overpriced. The waitress was very nice, but by the time we got the wine, our dinner was half gone. My stepdad got some kind of corn bisque, which tasted like solid butter, and none of us could try to finish it off. I ordered a crabcake, which had a salad on the side. Both were delicious! I make a mean crabcake, though, and I must boast that mine is better. :/ Still pretty good, though, as was the salad. The dessert, however, stole the show. OH MY GOD. I got a small, cylindrica, rich chocolate cake of deliciousness. There were bits of toffee, amazing vanilla ice cream, and caramel drizzle to make it even better. My mom's red velvet cake was very good, but not as good as what I had ordered. My stepdad commented on the espresso being pretty good, too. A little pompous, but I liked the decor and the food. Would go again, but only if I'm not the one paying!

    (4)

  • Keith R.

    First of all, the lounge/bar here deserves 5 stars, but I am giving this place 4 stars because I was not totally impressed with the food given the price. The hotel offers valet service for $8, which is equal to the amount you will pay to park it yourself so definitely spring for the valet. The hotel is the nicest one in the city and the bar area does not disappoint. Lighting is just right and chairs surround multiple wood burning fire places that are perfect for small gathering if you can find a seat. A meal for two cost us $140 with tip. The best value is probably the bird's nest with mushroom and egg. It is one of the tastiest entrees on the menu yet it is the cheapest option as well. The more meaty dishes were not all that impressive. Wine list is pretty good. The red velvet dessert was cacao nibs is amazing, but you must get the drink that pairs with it (menu recommends the pairing). Honestly this was one of the best deserts I have ever had in my life. A high end place in Baltimore that is not filled with old crusty people that think they are special is hard to find in the Baltimore area so this place will probably continue to do well.

    (4)

  • Jamie G.

    The good news is its great for drinks and I love the outdoor seating. So we went there about 4 weeks ago for dinner, we ordered the Rock fish and Rib eye. The meat that was brought out to me looked liked a piece of Spam. I have never seen a perfectly round pink rib eye, I am not sure what it was. I took one bite and couldn't consume anymore. My girlfriend said the fish was terrible?? I will always go back for drinks but for a good tasting waterfront dining meal I will stick with Waterfront Kitchen. The ambiance looks like a convention center by the way.

    (1)

  • C J.

    Food was delicious, our waiter was excellent- knowledgeble, nice and never pushy. I had a fois gras terrine to start and followed with a lovely wood-grilled rockfish with asparagus and truffled mac n cheese (amazing). the WW sundae was phenomonal. It was pricey, but having just moved from New York, it was not a shock.

    (4)

  • Taniyyus S.

    It a great restaurant at Four Seasons. Nice and trendy decor, good american food. It has good friendly atmosphere but at the same time, service will remind you of the classy location as well as the price tag. The restaurant sits on the bank of the river, overlooking into the harbor. We had a brunch here with our friends. Food is delicious and I love their breakfast potatoes.

    (5)

  • Matthew L.

    This has quickly become a go to place in my every day life. One, because I live in Baltimore and it is another dimension of the city. Two, my wife works in the Legg Mason building so it is close to her work. Three, I'm into my 30's now and can appreciate the diversity of the crowd (age wise) and how special it is. It is luxurious without being pretentious. I love the decor, it's soothing and comforting. It feels like an extension of my living room. The food is presented nicely. It has a rustic artisan quality. Happy hour has some great specials. My one and only hint is to be careful when swilling single malt whiskeys, you may end up with an eye popping tab at the end.

    (4)

  • Ginger S.

    As guests at the 4 seasons, the hotel where W&W is located, we ate at W&W every day for breakfast. Overcooked and cold poached eggs arrived the first morning with overly salted morning fries. Ordered from room service on the 2nd morning because, oddly, the room service menu is more extensive than the restaurant menu. Buttermilk pancakes were fluffy and yummy. Morning three brought a mediocre dutch pancake with starchy roasted bananas which I ended up scraping off the pancake. And I love bananas. Our waiter originally told me that they had no bananas so I couldn't help wondering if they substituted plantains (or perhaps cat litter). A late afternoon snack of seared whole wheat noodles with kale and poached egg was comforting if not overly exciting. Service is not what you would expect at a 4 seasons. What do I mean? Goofy is the word that comes to mind.

    (2)

  • Jon H.

    Visited W&W for a few drinks and appetizers. We loved it! It's sexy and modern, has a beautiful smoky smell on the inside, chairs and couches lining the walls, a nice modern bar in the middle, and a good normal crowd of people. The views of the inner harbor are terrific. Highly recommend W&W for an upscale lounge/bar to get a few drinks with friends or a significant other.

    (5)

  • Maribeth S.

    My sister held a baby shower in the private room of "Wit & Wisdom" last weekend. The views are incredible and the room is absolutely the perfect size for 20 people, with room to greet, mingle, have a drink, dine and, in our case -- open baby gifts! The dishes on the pre-set menu were diverse and delicious. The maple custard was OUT OF THIS WORLD...ranks in the top 5 on my all-time favorite dessert list. I would highly recommend the room as your special venue and cannot say enough about the wait staff. I looked over the bar menu and thought it was amazing and quite reasonable. Did not poke my head in to the restaurant. Again, views are fantastic. Only down side: $8 valet for 3 hour baby shower. Several other reviews mentioned free valet....that was not the case for us. Otherwise, PERFECT!

    (4)

  • Amy B.

    Great space with water views. Long list of cocktails, wines and beer. Excellent, very well thought out food menu, although you pay for it. But that's what you'd expect when visiting any Four Seasons. They treat you well and make sure everything is perfect.

    (5)

  • Devon A.

    Had a great time in a beautiful setting with a sunset harbor view. The tasting menu was wonderful, especially the take on Greek salad. The meal ended with a crab trio, crab being my main reason for using Baltimore, and the dish didn't disappoint. Staff was very friendly and attentive, and bar was very fun.

    (4)

  • Angela L.

    My friend and I went for their happy hour on a Friday evening around 6pm. It was a beautiful evening with the right temperature and a cool breeze. We wanted to sit outside but the place was already crowded. We ended up sharing a table with another group of nice people. The view of the harbor was nice. The patio area had its own staff and servers. I started with Natty Bo followed by Duclaw. Both were really great. My friend had white wine, and she said it was good too. My water glass was promptly topped off, and the staff were all friendly and attentive. We ordered the lobster corndogs. Pricey and not flavorful. If the batter is the best part of the dish, not the lobster inside, it gets pretty sad. I didn't care for the dipping sauce either. Definitely will return for more happy hour drinks. We are thinking about coming here more regularly. I will try other menu items and hopefully they are better than the corndogs!

    (4)

  • Howe B.

    Our second trip to Wit and Wisdom was like our first. Terribly slow service, incredibly overpriced, average food at best and portions that were offensively meager. If it weren't for the spectacular sunset on the harbor, the evening would have been a total disaster. Save yourself from this place.

    (1)

  • Victoria L.

    This bar is exactly what you except of a new 4 Seasons hotel. The bartenders know what they are doing - probably the best dark and stormy I've ever had. Being the klutz that I am, I knocked my second drink over - they re-made it, free of charge, and graciously cleaned up my mess. Anyone who can handle my clASSiness so well gets props. Per usual, you can order restaurant food at the bar, and any place that offers hushpuppies is a place I Like To Be. I took one star off because they charged us for a friend's beer when he paid his own tab in cash - we weren't going to haggle a busy bartender over $7 though, especially after the spilled drink fiasco. Definitely stop in here for a nightcap when you're out in Harbor East. Just try not to spill your drink all over the place.

    (4)

  • Jennifer K.

    Excellent. We dined with another couple this past Saturday evening and had a relaxing and satisfying three hour dinner that was reflective of a Four Seasons experience. The ambiance contributed to the positive experience. Decor reflects the concept of the restaurant: an American tavern that reflects the culinary heritage of Baltimore and the Eastern Seaboard. Dining room is not overcrowded; tables are spaced perfectly. While the open kitchen and bar "share" the dining space, the noise level is not affected. You are encouraged to stay awhile--courses are spaced out. Menu is not extensive but it did not diminish the experience. Between the four of us we had a land, sea, and vegetarian entree--all were absolutely delicious. Each course set before me gave me the impression that someone labored over my particular dish to ensure it was going to be satisfying. Tastes were distinctive and presentation was thoughtful. Excellent wine and cocktail menu. Very experienced and professional bartenders. I thought the cocktail menu rivaled that of Woodberry Kitchen, which is also known for their unique, handcrafted cocktails. We spent some time in the bar afterwards. The scene was busy, diverse, relaxed. People were engaged in conversation and enjoying their cocktails. As with any Four Seasons experience, it's not cheap, but you get a satisfying, quality experience.

    (5)

  • David B.

    After mulling over my meal and really thinking about the entire experience ere are my thoughts. Very creative menu, with a wonderful wine list. The service was excellent. Creativity and presentation were excellent. Below is where Wit & Wisdom could have excelled and did not. 1) We ordered the Bone Marrow and enjoyed it very much. i do not have a comparison so I will rate the flavor 4. My issue was the size of the bone we were served. My assumption is the following. Marrow is served from lamb, not a cow our bone was from the later. 2) Lobster Dog was excellent, great flavor, great idea. 3) I ordered the lamb chops (2). Cooked perfectly, limited flavor. I can say that the Syrah we ordered was excellent and the meal was great. My main lacked the flavor i am accustomed to enjoying, otherwise I really enjoyed the meal.

    (4)

  • Fat T.

    Dined here a few times and it's quickly beginning to become one my favorite spots for cocktails and dinner in Bmore. The staff is impeccable and food is great. No recommendation, whatever you pick and are in the mood for, it'll be great. If you want to make a weekend out of it, stay upstairs in a suite and be pampered. The view of the city is amazing up there.

    (5)

  • Amanda K.

    Their drinks are phenomenal (the aviation, the sticky wicket, the friars patch -ALL unbelievable). The atmosphere is quiet, relaxing, and while swanky not close to being pretentious. It's in a big space with a lot of calming white (without feeling sterile) and soft grays. I loved it. The food is perfect. I have had the rabbit and grilled chicken breast. Both were better than expected. The portions are satisfying. Large enough to be a meal, but won't make it impossible to try their desserts.

    (5)

  • Sara P.

    Overall, Wit and Wisdom was a so-so experience. The ambiance was excellent. The service was also pretty good but didn't blow me away. Mainly, I felt the food was mediocre for the high price tag. I can appreciate small portion sizes but actually left the restaurant hungry despite spending over $200 on our dinner and drinks.

    (3)

  • Chris C.

    visited on 2/12/12 - 4 adults An amazing addition to the Baltimore dining scene! The decor is beautiful and the view of the harbor is wonderful. We had a fabulous meal. Everything was very good to excellent - as good as expected for a restaurant of this caliber. Portions were all perfectly sized - everyone finished or came close to finishing without feeling stuffed. The service was welcoming, professional, and very attentive. It is very expensive, but is certainly one of the top restaurants in Baltimore!

    (5)

  • Paul A.

    My wife and I came tonight for the $75 pris fixe Christmas dinner. The food and the service were excellent. Portions were fine -- we were both stuffed.

    (5)

  • Eric N.

    Went here with some out of town friends for a special get together. The spot is stunning in its location. Great, centrally located bar, wonderful furniture and decor. Exposed kitchen is beautiful. We sampled a nice bottle of wine from a very knowledgeable sommelier. The wine was spot on. For appys we tried the lobster corn dogs, which were pretty good, but were pricy at $19 or so. For the main courses we had the following: I had ordered the Berkshire pork, but 10 minutes later, the waiter came back and said they had run out. Disappointing. I the ordered the chicken, which was quite tasty, but not very large, and the dark meat was questionably cooked(properly done?). The wife had the rock fish. Too undercooked, and a bit fishy. She was starved after her meal. The other couple had the crab cake ("pretty good"), and the lamb ("Not great"). We had deserts which were excellent - the Baltimore Bar, and the apple crisp. The cinnamon ice cream should be swapped out for vanilla. The server was friendly, a little too much so with the buddy buddy talk. All in all an OK meal, but over a hundred bucks a head. A bit pricy, food that needs some work, and a tune down on the waitstaff.

    (3)

  • Robert W.

    W&W has a big name behind it and it's location is one of my favorites in the city.(valet is complementary and are very friendly and polite) The lobby of the 4 Seasons is inviting, modern and understated. The energy upon entering W&W is warm and trendy. You are hit with the smell of burning wood which is great for this time of year and we'll see how I feel about it during the summer. Our reservation for 6 people was for 9, but we were seated early since our table was available. There are obvious new restaurant issues. The wait staff, nice, were almost too "chummy." I want to be treated like a patron of the restaurant not one of your buddies you grab beers with. I think this will evolve and improve over time, but they need to be attentive and check back on us periodically. One of their specialty cocktails is described as being served in a copper cup. But, they ran out of the cups. I was bummed, because it was one of the reasons I chose the drink. Anyways, aside from these two issues, the food was very very good. We shared the lobster corndogs (I was expecting chunks of lobster, but was more of lobster puree) the meatballs (very tasty and moist) I started with the gold porridge which contained various parts of duck including pieces of tongue. It's similar to chinese congee with interesting flavors, but just a slight bit salty. The pork was tasty with a crunchy skin, and the sides of brussel sprouts, mac and cheese and the hush puppies served with a spicy honey rounded out the meal nicely. Overall, I was happy that I tried W&W. It has great potential once the service issues are resolved and I look forward to returning as the menu evolves. If you are familiar with the Baltimore dining scene, I'd say places like B&O, Salt, Cap Grille, Cinghiale, Woodberry are of the same quality. Enjoy!

    (4)

  • rob d.

    I hear Four Seasons and I think great things. Wit and Wisdom, the fine dining option inside Baltimore.s Four Seasons location, is a very good looking space but the food and service need to be improved in order to compete with Baltimore's excellent roster of top tier restaurants. Don't get me wrong, we had a nice dinner. However, at the price point they are hitting I expect more...primarily with service. I expect to have all my needs met without having to ask for anything. There are several restaurants within a few blocks where I have had great, expensive meals without feeling I paid too much.

    (3)

  • Andrea B.

    I knew it was in a hotel, but I've heard such great things about the restaurant, I expected it to feel a lot nicer than your typical hotel bar/restaurant. I was wrong. I'm fine with paying a lot for a good restaurant...but nothing was that great here (other than the mac & cheese). And it felt weird paying so much at a hotel bar.

    (1)

  • Alisa K.

    Amazing food, ambience, service. Great teetotaler's drinks and desserts. High end Southern comfort food. This place made brussel sprouts amazing (served them in a mini cast iron skillet with this sweet and savory teriyaki-esque sauce). I tried to recreate them at home and failed miserably.

    (5)

  • McFamished W.

    Wit & Wisdom is undoubtably one of the best gastronomic experiences you can have on the East Coast of the USA. The have a wonderful menu that highlights some of the specialties of the Chesapeake Bay region plus many other great dishes.

    (5)

  • Renee S.

    I called on Wit & Wisdom twice in one week. The first time was more of an after party and the second was for an actual sit down dinner with a friend. I love a place with complimentary valet! The view on the first floor of the Four Seasons is spectacular. Just calm and beautiful with the harbor / city lights. The bar is beautiful with an open / walk around set up that allows you to look out on the water. The second time I went the bar was packed, definitely office holiday gathering season. That didn't prevent us from getting a quiet table without reservations. Both my friend and I are vegetarians so we ordered a smattering of sides: Toasted Peanut Soup. Ummm. Awful. Really bitter and sharp. The soup was creamy rather than crunchy. I admittedly was trying to have the same soup I had on a trip to Xiamen, China. But, this didn't match up and was inedible. Crispy Brussels Sprouts. Yummy for Brussels sprouts. Not the least bit of bitterness and great carmalization. Mushroom Gratin. So stinking good we ordered two rounds of it. Tavern Mac and Cheese. This is made with ham hock from jump so it's not possible to get it as a strictly vegetarian option. This was a little disappointing as I had gone through the menu online prior to arriving for dinner. Tiny Potatoes. Also made with meat (well, drippings). It sounded delish but we did not get it because it was not a vegetarian option. Chips and Onion Dip. Again, so good we ordered two rounds of it. So, six sides and four drinks cost us around $100. Certainly not the least expensive meal. But, a great night out. The service was AMAZING. Courteous and listened to our qualms over dishes and drinks. My friend ordered a specialty cocktail that wasn't to her liking. The drink master quickly came over and mixed up something else for her. Same with the peanut soup we hated. It was swept away never to be heard from again. I'm only knocking them down one star because there weren't enough vegetarian entrees. They had a polenta entree, but I wasn't feeling it that night. Yeah, yeah. I know having a vegetarian entree isn't everyone's issue. But, it's mine :)

    (3)

  • Liz M.

    Brunch at the Four Seasons made me feel fancy, but the place wasn't snooty. How can a buffet actually be snooty? There were 5 of us and with a reservation and we waited maybe 15 minutes. Luckily, they had huge couches that kept us put. The buffet itself wasn't spectacular. The sausage was good, as were the pastries. I was more amused by the individual servings of chicken tikka marsala and lasagna in these mini casserole dishes. They were solid offerings, and I contemplated grabbing the dishes for future use! It's not easy staying classy...

    (3)

  • Denise B.

    Service is slow. Food overlooked. View lovely. Waitress mooned us. Yup that's right, four seasons wait staff. No panties. Go figure.

    (1)

  • stewie h.

    service in bar sucks. construction in restaurant. when outside to escape noise. pretty view no seat cushions on chairs. two stars because your still just a hotel.

    (2)

  • Zack W.

    Wit and Wisdom is a place that takes itself seriously, and is a place that deserves to be recognized for its contribution to a burgeoning food scene in Baltimore. The food was inspired both by the new and the old alike; I was very interested in some of their heirloom/historical recipes as well as their new preparations of local favorities. The flavors were executed well by chefs who clearly know what they're doing. The presentation on the plate was elegant but not extravagant. But I think the kicker on this place, what makes it truly great, is the service. It seems to me that the waitstaff work there because food is their profession, not a paycheck. Even though the sommelier did come over and introduce herself, we found that our waiter was more than able to recommend wines with dinner, and ice wines and bourbon with dessert. Even the manager was happy to come around and chat with us. I guess Wit and Wisdom is still young, but clearly it's brought in and hired people who know what they're doing, or at least learning how to be a serious food space. I like going somewhere that offers the whole package, but where the food is foregrounded. I welcome Wit and Wisdom to the Baltimore food scene, and hope it stays for a while.

    (5)

  • Sarah K.

    Bar Review: The drinks are extremely overpriced, but your paying for the atmosphere: great space, decor and service. The bar is huge and in the center of the room, with couches and tables around it. It's a great place for people watching--I sat at the bar for an hour and saw everyone from eccentric artists, over-dressed cougars, random guy in a tux, and the bro that kept ordering blue curacao.

    (4)

  • Dina B.

    From the moment we walked into Wit and Wisdom, we knew it was going to be a special dining experience. We sat at the bar and received very attentive service from the bartenders. The cocktails are absolutely top notch. I think, between all our guests, we tried every cocktail on the menu, and each was better than the last. I had a salad, which was perfectly dressed. The bison tartare was the hit - such a wonderful texture and flavor. Another guest had a pasta dish with a deliciously spicy ragu. I ordered the rabbit three ways, because it was not a typical dish for me to try. Delicious. Finally, we each ordered dessert, because the pastry chef is award winning. I loved the Baltimore Bar -- truly unique. I cleared each plate and didn't feel over-stuffed when I left, despite the three courses and many cocktails. The service was outstanding. The evening was truly a success and I can't wait to return.

    (5)

  • Tanja P.

    First time here. Went with a few friends after work for cocktails and our waitress Tenesha-I think was her name, don't quote me;) was great. Very attentive, friendly, and made good selections for drinks. The apps left me a little wanting. Small portions for something pricey and tasted OK. Overall atmosphere was good. Will be back for the libations, probably not the food...

    (3)

  • kareem d.

    Solid establishment, as I've come to expect from the Michael Mina group of restaurants. The menu is versatile and ingredient selections are superb. The meat/seafood are high quality and are local/sustainable which is a huge thumbs up for me. I had the rabbit which was excellent, and the bison tartare was amazing! It would have been better if they mixed it at the table though :) The sommelier was incredibly knowledgeable and totally called me out on mixing up my CA wineries (admittedly embarrassing). Great wine selections in general, and the drink list looked impressive although we did not have any cocktails. A couple cons - music was too loud in my opinion, they should turn it down a bit. Also, we ordered a second bottle of wine to come with our food, and we got our dishes but it took them 10 minutes to bring out the second bottle, which was a bit slow and didn't allow us to really enjoy our food right away. No big deal in my opinion but timing could've been better. Well done, I'll definitely come back when I'm in the area. 4 stars!

    (4)

  • Aron F.

    I've eaten at the bar and the restaurant. Some of the reviews I've read here are bar reviews. I've never had any problems at the bar. They have a great happy but somewhat limited bar friendly food. The meatballs are good. My review is primarily for the restaurant. We've dined here several times and always had a great experience with the waiters and sommelier. At our request the first time we dined there they put together a 4 course tasting menu for us. Everything was superb and cooked perfectly. Beet Salad is delicious as well as the bison and rockfish. The porridge is very good but make sure you order the soy sauce on the side. Mine had so much soy it was so salty. Brussel sprout side dish is very good. You must order the Baltimore Bar! It is my favorite dessert and I am not even a huge chocolate dessert fan. It is simply amazing! I do not recommend the red velvet cake. It is not good, especially if you are expecting traditional fluffy cake with frosting. It's more like an organic beet cake in my opinion.

    (4)

  • Alyson P.

    I've been here during two separate weekend for drinks. Love this place! $8 valet parking is wonderful and the views are absolutely breathtaking! I hope they have seating outside once the weather warms up, but for now I've taken my drinks outside on both occasions for a bit. The drinks are expensive, but this is a Michael Mina restaurant. He is an award winning celeb chef with a Michelin rated restaurant in San Fran...this isn't TGI Fridays. I was quite pleased with my pinot noir this past weekend, even if it was $17. It also was not the standard 5oz. pour, closer to 7, which was most appreciated. The service has always been quick and friendly, but like I stated previously, I've only had drinks from the bar. The patrons are friendly as well which was a pleasant surprise since this is a fancier establishment, but I've always mingled with other patrons sitting at the bar and thoroughly enjoyed myself. The first time I was here I met Brady Anderson and Brian Matusz. As an avid O's fan, I was on cloud 9 and they were exceptionally friendly and we chatted for a while and got pictures.

    (4)

  • D K.

    Four Seasons is a beautiful hotel and the Wit & Wisdom is comparable in its visual appeal. The decor is nice and modern and the view of the harbor is outstanding. Great date material. Valet is $8 for my dinner on a Saturday night. Menu selection is a bit limited but I guess expected given its newness. Beer selection includes Resurrection so I am set there. Food is pretty good but nothing memorable. Service is good. Need to ask for bread as noted at the bottom of the menu; not a big deal but slightly annoying. I don't like to "impose" in general. Could you just bring out the bread? I am a teensy embarrassed to ask. Every other restaurant does this without asking... why you have to be different? I've eaten at plenty of $$$$ restaurants but I do feel that the food is a bit overpriced here. I know it has the name and cachet but I don't think it's a very good value. And I don't care how rich or poor you are, value counts to some degree whether it be measured by quality, creativity, or quantity. Food is not lacking in these characteristics necessarily but it just doesn't seem to stand out. Anyway, I may come back since I somewhat like it. But I am far from loving it. Maybe a once a year or 2 type thing or "if I happen to be walking around in the area and want something to eat and I just happen to be not dressed like a hobo" type thing...

    (3)

  • Michael C.

    Breakfast was very good - tasty food and good portions. Our server was very nice and bent over backwards to help us. I'd go back for sure.

    (4)

  • Jim I.

    The food and service were good, but not over the top as you might expect from a restaurant in a Four Seasons hotel. The biggest disappointment was the mark up on the wines, especially the California Cabernets and blends. The prices were at least 2 to 3 times retail prices. The selections of wine are very good, but at a price. Try the 1/2 price wines by The bottle on Sundays.

    (3)

  • Sapna K.

    Been here four times now. Love the lobster corn dogs, oysters, calamari, and seafood. Easy valet, open for lunch, desserts have beautiful presentation.

    (4)

  • Eby D.

    I can only comment on the Sunday brunch buffet, which was disappointing and overpriced. I give them 2 stars for the freshly squeezed orange juice, the friendly staff, and the beautiful decor and view. The pastry was mediocre at best, the frittata was made by an amateur - both presentation and flavor were lacking, and if that's not bad enough, the scrambled eggs were runny and again flavorless- tasted like egg beaters, the tiny potatoes were overly salty and killed the palate, the silver dollar mini pancakes were cute & flavorless and the bacon, if it's even possible was flavorless. Perhaps ordering a la carte is the way to go but I must say that after eating at breakfast buffets at other high end hotels across the country, I was thoroughly disappointed and felt ripped off....and both my husband and I who are big foodies and can usually go up for seconds & thirds left our plates half full after only one trip to the buffet and were both sick when we got home.

    (2)

  • Jane C.

    Welcome to B'more Wit and Wisdom! welcome four seasons! Welcome Nouveau Prairie cuisine (i coined it!!) The bar is great for people watching; the cocktails refined and very cool (saffron infused gin anyone?). There are lounge areas and the grill is front and center of the dining room. Wear washable clothing as you may smell like you've been in front of a campfire after dinner is over. Cut wood is used as decor. Modern homestead look. Do not come here if you are a vegetarian; the smell of roasted/grilled meat will be distasteful to you. But as a happy carnivore, i LOVED it. Highlights of our meal were: bison tartare; rice porridge with duck tongue (makes this chinese gal very happy), lamb shank entree and rabbit entree. the negatives were: no bread to start with, lobster corn dogs, mac and cheese, mushroom and fried onions just all kind of salty; not refined enough for moi. valet parking NOT complimentary like another review mentioned. apple tart dessert was awesome with red hot cinnamon ice cream- but three wait staff tried to take it away before we were done!! what up with that? mad men meets little house on the prairie works! enjoy!

    (4)

  • Marye I.

    Outrageously priced (duh) but - in my opinion - completely worth it. If you've got a couple hundred bucks to blow and you want an amazing experience with perfectly prepared terrific food, delicious drinks, and a killer atmosphere, this is the place. I can't wait to go back (maybe next paycheck).

    (5)

  • Jennifer C.

    My husband, daughter and I went on a Sunday evening for my birthday. The Food -Ordered the fish/stuffed calamari and the duck. Both wonderful - very nice portions, great tasting, nice table side presentation. We had several desserts but the CCC was the best!!!! I have heard rumor of "the Bar" and if it was better than this, I can't imagine how good it was !! The Service - very professional but very friendly. From the hostess to the food runners... The staff was attentive, efficient and really had it together from start to finish. The Atmosphere - very nice, beautiful view, quiet. And if you like to see the action of the kitchen, request to be near the open kitchen. It was great -- felt like I was witnessing a well orchestrated show. On a final note, their treatment of my daughter was really nice and unexpected in such a high end establishment. They engaged her and were very in tune to making sure she was content so mom and dad could enjoy. Thank you W&W!!

    (5)

  • Laura Renee B.

    This place is FANCY. Very sleek and so NOT THE NORM. If you're looking for somewhere above the NORM and local, this is the place. I enjoyed EVERYTHING, from the nifty appetizers to my cocktail. I'm raving about this place so much I will be going back there sooner than later.

    (4)

  • Tim B.

    Went for the end of happy hour. We got two DuClaw Venoms for $4 each, good deal. I guess they offer a $6 cocktail which changes every day, but we were not interested in the one when we were there. After the beers I had the "sticky wicket" (bourbon, smoked maple syrup, fernet branca) and my friend had the "charming farmer" (included bourbon, lemon, maple syrup, maybe something else). These drinks were very different from each other and both very good. Cocktails are $10, bartenders are friendly, helpful, and conversational. We enjoyed our time there and will go back.

    (4)

  • Andrew B.

    The food is very good, but very expensive, so be prepared. The main issue is the terrible service. The waitress was unprofessional and impertinent with her coarse exclamations. She was utterly absent as a means of help for the meal and we looked at our empty ice teas for the entire meal. Further more, the bussing staff had no idea how to remove plates and silver from the table. They reached all over us, stacking things on the table. It was nothing short of retarded. Order the burger, it's awesome.

    (2)

  • Charles R.

    This is not the kind of service that a 4 Seasons bar or restaurant is known for, at least not the other 4 Seasons I've stayed at. Had to ask 4 people to place an order for drinks. Finally an assistant manager came over and took the order. When he came back I asked if we could get a bowl of nuts or pretzels. The answer was, you can order a snack, but we don't offer bar snacks. Really? What a wonderful policy for a supposed great place. It's not like they are giving the wine or drinks away, the prices are upscale, but they can't afford any bar snacks. The bartenders were of no help in trying to get a drink, and kept saying they would find someone. Never been in a 4 Seasons owned bar or lounge where people weren't super accomodating,, but then they lease this space to Mina. Seems like everywhere I go where these celeb chefs have a place the prices are top shelf, but that's about all. I did give them 3 stars because the waitress, once they found one, was very nice, and it's a great view of the harbor. One more thing, go early to get a seat, because while the space is quite large, they are lacking for seating. Several people walked out and went to Flemings or Oceanaire because they could find a seat at 4 pm.

    (3)

  • Melanie F.

    amazing food. came here with a bunch of people and had the chef send out food. bone marrow and pork belly ARE A MUST. pate and meat plate was tasty, as were the chicken wings. everything was awesome and delicious. drinks were great. service was ok...the food definitely made up for it!

    (5)

  • KIMIYA A.

    The ambiance and look of wit and wisdom is totally enthralling. You just FEEL cooler when you're there, I swear. The bar is huge and surrounded be fireplaces - really perfect for cocktails and catching up and feeling swanky. I had a really amazing dinner with a friend - we shared a whole bunch of small plates and dessert and loved every single bite. Our waiter was helpful, friendly, and not overly-present which is surprisingly rare combination.

    (4)

  • Charisse N.

    I say all of these things and I'm STILL willing to have my rehearsal dinner there next month . . .so we'll see if they redeem themselves. I hope they do, believe it or not.

    (2)

  • Rick E.

    We stayed at the Four Seasons for New Years - fantastic hotel. We went down to have a drink at Wit and Wisdom at 7:15 PM and service was very slow even though it was not busy. We met a friend for New Year's Day brunch and the service was again painfully slow. Our waiter seemed disengaged and we had to flag him down when we needed something (from ordering drinks, explaining the brunch, to clearing plates). This was pretty unacceptable given that it was a buffet brunch so the core part of his service was drinks and clearing plates. On person in our party ordered the "bottomless mimosa" and she had to flag him down to get one refill - he never asked or looked to see if he should refill (so much for bottomless). I had a "make your own bloody mary" which required him to bring a glass with vodka which he proceeded to spill on the floor and on my friends jacket (no apology). This was also supposed to be bottomless and I was never asked if I wanted another. The hocking think was that these drinks were $20 a piece. Definitely not worth the $168 for three plus. The $25 tip we left was definitely charity. We will not be returning as there are better places to spend that kind of money. It is too bad for the Four Seasons to have such a poor venue on the property.

    (2)

  • Eddie C.

    My wife and I went here for a special occasion and by far, this place was amazing. My Rib Eye steak was delicious and her fish was so good. The wine was great and the servers were extremely professional and friendly. For an appetizer, I'd recommend the crab dip and for dessert you have to try their signature Baltimore Bar! We are definitely going back.

    (5)

  • Jeff C.

    Went to Wit & Wisdom for lunch for a special occasion. Waited 10 minutes to be greeted at the Host podium by a waitress who said she would go find the Host. 5 minutes to find the Hostess before we were seated. 5 minutes before the waitress came and gave us menus. Then we did not see her or anyone else again. We sat there for a full 20 minutes (keep in mind we had now been in this restaurant for about 35-40 minutes and had not even gotten a glass of water yet.) So we got up and left. Guess I expected more from one of the most expensive restaurants in Baltimore.

    (1)

  • Dave S.

    Hip bar scene and elegantly decorated dining area. Food is good, wine selection could be better but overall good spot for entertaining.

    (4)

  • Mike E.

    Dinner was very good...plays the locavore theme right. The mixed drinks are also good, but the drink menu is a bit gin-heavy. Be prepared to drop some coin, obviously. From a value perspective, the happy hour is the way to go. And the brunch is wildly overpriced--you'll get a tastier brunch for less at Woodberry...if you can get in.

    (4)

  • Ateet A.

    I want to say this is a 3.5 stars on food and 4 stars on professional service as long as you dont consider wait times part of service. Wit and Wisdom is one of Michael Mina's restaurants found in the newly opened Four Seasons Hotel in Harbor East in Baltimore, MD. I was very excited to try it out and made reservation for the entire family of 5 ppl. We got an 845p time which was a good sign as we asked for 730p, which means they were busy. We got there and were immediately welcomed by the hostess and said to wait just a few minutes while they get our table ready. I would say within 7 minutes we were seated at a very nice table by the window overlooking the harbor, felt like we were actually sitting on water and felt like we had the best seats in the house. As you enter the restaurant, you see a tavern like bar with some LED lights highlighting their liquor, but tastefully done not lik a club, then you walk through the lounge with what looks like very comfortable seating, a nice fireplace, and then you walk into the restaurant which has amazing decor and lighting. Once seated we were greeted by our waiter, Donnie, who I must say is full of personality and really made our night even better. He brought a little bit of himself to his service whcih added to the character, and also he truly knew almost everything about the menu to what ingredients were in each dish, how they were cooked and made some good recommendations. For apps, we ordered the Blue Crab Imperial Gratin and someone ordered the Peanut soup as they were vegetarian. It took some time but the food came out, and we were ahppy with the crab casserole which was served with some kind of bread. The Peanut soup also came out but we asked for no Fried Chciken Skins, so i asked them to remove it which they said no problem, but then they came back and said the soup was also made with chicken stock, so we had to cancel that. The chef's assistant, Donnie, and even the manager stopped by to apologize. They even had the chef whip up something not on the menu, fettucine with mushroom and a watercress salad on top, so i was very impressed at their service level. After we all finished eating our apps, we waited for our entrees, and then waited, and waited some more. This is where I feel there was a lack of expediting in the kitchen. They had two kitchens. The one in the front which you could see took care of all entrees while the one in the back did apps, sides, and dessert. Once the food finally came, along with the 2 sides we ordered, we were happy but not with the taste but mroe with the fact that it finally came out. I ordered the Lamb Shank which was tender and braised but lacked the flavor that I expected to taste. I did however like the mustard greens that were underneath it which had a good flavor from the brown sauce on the plate. We ordered the Rabbit three ways and i think that was the best tasting dish, my sister had the monkfish which she said was ok, and then my parents had split the scorched fettucine which was so tiny that I couldn't believe that it was even a portion for one person let alone two people. They also characterize their sides as family style but I felt that they were too tiny to be called family style, maybe a side per two people but not too much more. The Mac n Cheese Casserole was very small but tasty, although heavy. I didnt try the brussel sprouts, but heard they were good as well. We then waited after eating for a while before getting offered a dessert menu and then after ordering the banana cream puff, waited again before this came out. This dessert was definitely. Even after everything, i think I will go back just to try it one more time, and if not then I will definitely be back for drinks. They have some very unique drinks and after the dinner was over, we were walking out around 1130p, and their bar was slammed, so something was definitely right. hope to be back and try something else so that I can be amazed. As I said though, definitely good service!

    (3)

  • Danielle R.

    Whether you have wit or wisdom your bound to have a bit of both when you experience the classiness of this fine establishment. I had the pleasure of accompanying a friend to one of the first weddings held at the 4Seasons Hotel and Wit & Wisdom. It was absolutely blown away by everything. The evening started with a few Happy Hour cocktails at the bar, the drinks were house specials which kept changing due to popular demand and not having enough mix on hand. They went so quick you were lucky if you could catch the name if the cocktail. The bar service was spectacular and on point, each of the bartenders were very knowledgeable and helpful. They filled me in on how the wedding reception would be executed and it was executed very well. Once the vows were over and everyone filled into the dining area the drinks started flowing, there was never an empty glass. We had the choice of corn chowder soup and a salad with yogurt and vinaigrette dressing. I went with the soup and I am so glad I did, it was fa-nominal with bits of baby corn, mushrooms and a slight hint of spice. I was sad I couldn't have seconds. I was able to sneak in a few bites of the salad which was very tasty. Once our first course was finished it was on to the main course a perfectly cooked rib-eye with bacon wrapped potatoes and a clover garnish. The meat melted in my mouth and the black garlic and spices used were a perfect combination to give it a even more flavorful experience. The meal was spectacular start to finish. Once dinner was over we relocated to the other side of Wit & Wisdom which is also a coffee shop during the days, for dancing, desert, and more cocktails. It was a perfect evening and I was inputs bliss once the deserts were consumed. A chocolate and peanut butter nougat, blueberry and raspberry yogurt parfait, and a strawberry shortcake pudding. I could not get over the sweet deliciousness from these deserts. Wit & Wisdom tops the charts for places to try.

    (5)

  • Nick S.

    Great cocktails and appetizers. My wife and I have been here twice for drinks and apps and this place has yet to disappoint. Atmosphere is really good as well -- feels more like NYC than Baltimore, but maybe that's a sign of the changing times in harbor east. Definitely try the fried chicken sandwich. Oysters with cocktail and some other form of sauce were fresh and great as well.

    (4)

  • Stacey L.

    What a disappointment for the Four Seasons. I have always been on the fence about this place. Arrogant staff, layout/flow poor but this past Saturday put me over the edge. My four friends and I went to Wit and Wisdom to have drinks an a few appetizers. We waited over 30 min for drinks while there were plenty of empty seats at the bar and tables and seven people behind the bar. We knew we were not planning to stay so we asked for our check and Aaron tagged our bill "Bra Ladies". Like maybe at an establishment whose claim is not so upscale, this would be funny, but his tag was very offensive. In addition, the hauty wait staff outside was not attentive, had no manners and thought they were doing me a favor. I had to get up to get my own menu, get us again and search to place an order...what a disaster. I guess Wit and Wisdom will never live up to the name the hotel lends to it. There are 1000 better restaurants (especially in Harbor East) in Baltimore and I would recommend trying out one of those.

    (1)

  • Kimberly K.

    Off the charts, Mouth-watering foodie's delight! MIchael Mina nails it with the progressive menu and the fabulous service completes this way-more-than-5-stars Experience. Yes, capital E. Lucky to be treated as VIP, we were brought a sampling of appetizers including the bone marrow, bison tartare and coddie. All exceeded expectations, the bone marrow being my personal fave. Entrees impressed no less - Ribeye, Rabbit, Crab Cake- each prepared to perfection and paired with complementing flavors. Adding the crispy brussel sprouts, beets and potatoes as sides was a good move. You don't want to skip the brussels, especially. Desserts were another treat as our stellar server came out with several plates so we could make sure we didn't skimp on our calorie intake. Banana cream puff takes first prize, but again, there is no losing at this fine establishment. The views from the patio onto the harbor and beyond to the city make this place a great spot to gather with friends or cozy up for a romantic date. And, do you really need an excuse to go to the Four Seasons Baltimore, anyway? The hotel is stunning and you are sure to see a fair amount of beautiful people sipping their cocktails or lounging poolside. Put this place on your list.

    (5)

  • Jon Q.

    Had dinner with friends on a Saturday night. Nice space, excellent, friendly service, really nice mix of 80's ish background music; overall a nice atmosphere to drink and dine. However I found the fare to be only average and that friendly wait staff, including the amatuerish somallier, are in fact well trained salespersons trolling for commissions. They will recommend the highest priced drink and menu options then congratulate you on your brilliant choices. The pork entree, one of the most interesting and least expensive items on the menu, seems to be frequently and suspiciously sold out. Our waiter's opening salvo was "We offer the best cuisine in the Mid Atlantic region from 100 years ago". That sounds nice, but seriously, who knows what that really means? Nice place but way, way overpriced . Add this one to the growing list of inner harbor restaurants attractive to the tourist crowds. Locals can find many better choices such as the Woodberry Kitchen.

    (2)

  • Dave O.

    We stopped in for a drink and appetizer around 4pm on a Saturday. Spacious bar area with cozy seating as well as standard bar chairs. We opted for two easy chairs overlooking the harbor. Unfortunately the fence along the boardwalk blocks the wonderful harbor marina view while seated. Service was good, we were tag-teamed by three lovely young ladies, all dressed in form fitting black cocktail dresses. Wife had the punch, it was sweet, and definitely packed a punch. I had my standard Hendrich's martini. While perfectly mixed, the olives were wimpy (non-stuffed, about 1/2 in diameter) and one torn in half, barely hanging on its toothpick. Not at all what I would expected served at a Four Seasons establishment. I mentioned this to our server who did offer to replace the defective olive. A nit, but worth mentioning, the martini was served in a champagne glass, I guess their way of trying to differentiate, it didn't work for me. We had the pimento cheese with bacon marmalade appetizer. It was fabulous. Assuming the entrees are equally well prepared, we would go back and give dinner a try.

    (4)

  • Serena H.

    Amazing restaurant! Absolutely best in Baltimore! It's upscale without being pretentious. It reminded us of restaurants in Las Vegas. Food looked and tasted perfect. Portions were appropriate, not too big. Service was attentive, respectful, and very knowledgeable. Very comfortable atmosphere and chairs. Dessert was probably the best part.

    (5)

  • Ferdinand A.

    went here on sat nite tks to a friends recomendation... had a terrific meal.. bison was cooked perfectly. also had the charcuterie plate and the jamon that was carved table side,, had such a good time that i chose to go back last nite... to our suprise our awesome server Kara from Pazo now works here, which made the dinner so much enjoyabe... place has good vibe mixture of trendy ppl and the usual snobs we always run into... we'll b back again..

    (4)

  • jane c.

    Witlessly undercooked chicken. High prices, small portions, and lack of creativity left me wanting more. We started with the oysters, which were a great start. The lobster corn dogs were tasty, but if I didn't already know they were lobster, I wouldn't have known...I would have just thought they were deep fried mystery seafood balls. My entree of rabbit cooked 3 ways was good. That is all. My husband ordered the pork. When being served, our waiter placed my husband's plate on the table and announced, "here's your bison sir." When my husband indicated that he had ordered pork, our illustrious-less waiter responded, "pork is bison." My friend's chicken was not undercooked, but raw. Raw, as in pink and slimy. We never got an apology from any of the men in suits, but they comped one dessert. How generous. The non-chicken food was ok, but to say that I was underwhelmed is an understatement. and what's with all the men in suits?

    (2)

  • Nicholas L.

    My wife and I went here to celebrate our third wedding anniversary. We both ended up getting the 5 course tasting menu. We were blown away by the quality of each dish. The service was great . The serving sizes where huge for a tasting menu by the time we got to the 4th course we were pretty much stuffed. The only drawback is that the bar area can get kind of loud. I think it's because the hotel guest comedown stairs for a drink and end up there for 4.

    (4)

  • Laura C.

    Went here for Sunday brunch. Had the buffet which was average. Quite expensive for a mediocre selection. Can't be certain, but the eggs tasted like they were out of a carton. The service was not very good either. All in all, I will try dinner since I hear such good things, but not brunch again. Here's to a better experience.

    (2)

  • Michael M.

    The bar is very cool and great for happy hour. During the summer the outside area is very fun. As a Baltimore local I go here semi-frequently for the bar but I've eaten here about four times two for brunch and two for dinner. Brunch: Stuffy, not a local scene, ok if you are staying at the hotel but there are other places around that aren't so uppity feeling. Food is just ok. Dinner: Expensive, good service, food isn't the greatest. My last visit I got the filet and it was overcooked and cold. For locals it's a cool bar area and bar food is ok if not a little expensive; stay away from the restaurant, you'll spend a lot for just ok food.

    (3)

  • Jenine F.

    Mister took me to Baltimore for a long romantic weekend at The Four Seasons. In a celebratory mood and drawn by the happy din and comforting smell of their fireplace, we enjoyed Happy Hour every afternoon at Wit & Wisdom. Yummy drinks, attentive service and romantic lighting made me look forward to 4:00 and their daily wine selection. It rained heavily one afternoon which cut our sightseeing short, so we hung out here, with our laptops, by a fireplace...just in time for Happy Hour! We decided on breakfast our last morning in Baltimore and that didn't disappoint; their Tavern Breakfast was hearty and delicious, and we enjoyed it in a window seat with a full view of the harbor. We'll return to The Four Seasons in Baltimore and definitely to Wit & Wisdom- I LOVED it!

    (5)

  • David I.

    We had a family celebration here for my wife's birthday - February 2015. Everything about it was first rate - table, ambiance, service, food. We will definately be back.

    (4)

  • Kate L.

    Beautiful space, gorgeous waterfront location. For the most part, the staff is friendly and helpful. Have experienced slow service outside, but bartenders and wait staff inside always on point. Weird brunch hours outside (no service until "11 or 11:30ish" but if you get there after 12, you can no longer order from the a la carte brunch menu). So if you want to eat brunch al fresco, you better get there in that hour-long sweet spot. Also, I know this is the Four Seasons, but the prices are just so hard to justify. 2 eggs, bacon, and breakfast potatoes will set you back $20 before tax and tip.

    (3)

  • Shawna B.

    Had the Saturday brunch today. We're happy to pay $35 for a nice brunch, but the selection was puny, the salmon and frittata were by all appearances completely unsalted, the cream cheese under the lox crostini was out so long it was dry and CRACKED. Astonishing. To add insult to injury, what a horrific service experience. Wouldn't validate parking in the Four Seasons garage, charged $4 per diet coke refill, including one that was never brought to the table, and slow to bring those shockingly priced refills in the first place. The food and service is an insult to the lovely location and ambiance.

    (1)

  • Arturo B.

    I finally get to write this review 4 months later... We were visiting Baltimore for a wedding, and the bride's closest friends organized a brunch for all out-of-towners with her the next day. After much deliberation, Wit and Wisdom was the top choice. Being at the Four Seasons, I was ready to pay top dollar. Boy was I wrong. The price would be ~$24 per person for one of the best buffet brunches I have eaten. Tons of options were available. From sweets to savory and cold to hot, you name it; they had it. We ate: parfaits, fruits, scrambled eggs, sausages, cold cuts, French toasts with warm maple syrup. Mimosas. These were pricey. However, given our celebration and special occasion, we indulged. I hope to return to BWI in the near future because W&W is a mandatory stop. Great ambiance, excellent food, and fantastic pricing made that Sunday a most exciting post-wedding celebration!

    (5)

  • Supriya M.

    Went here on New Year's day with family to celebrate my husband's birthday, ultimately it was a dinner to remember with one of the best combinations of ambience, food, and service in Baltimore. The setting is wonderful. We had been here for drinks in the summer sitting on their couches overlooking the harbor, but the winter tavern feel works equally as well. Real wood burning in the fire place and stacked along the walls, quiet, rustic. Catch is clothes have a fireplace aroma, but that went away after a day or two. Cocktail list was the highlight of the drinks menu - the Vicar of Winkfield was truly artisanal, almost had two. Extensive wine list and reasonable beer list round it out. Compementary hot fresh bread served with butter to start. Menu is supposed to be locally sourced and seasonally appropriate, so it wasn't extensive, but it was interesting. Had to pass on the foie gras due to sticker shock ($24!). Selected roasted bone marrow (intriguing - bone marrow is pure fat, so lathered it on toasted baguette which was provided), bison tartare (good as expected), crab salad with vanilla cream (tasty but served cool and may have caused my father-in-law's vomiting later that night). Entrees were superb, pork shoulder fatty, savory, sweet (also reasonably affordable), lamb was reasonably generous portion, perfectly tender, great with the dates, scallop entree perfectly cooked (but pricey). They had an almond pudding as a side which was quite unique, almost dessert-like, and we ordered brussel sprouts and macaroni and cheese which were good as advertised in other reviews. My husband's first dessert was a suprise, chocolate mouse and ice cream on the house for his birthday, with a candle, without the singing. This in addition to the "coffee and cake" (where the coffee sherbet was the highlight), cranberry apple dessert (tart+sweet), and the sweet potato trifle, which was awesome. Service was perfect, everything was prompt, professional, pleasant - a true complement to the evening, not merely the absence of interfering with the experience. All in all, this was one of the best dining experiences we've had in Baltimore. The only real downside was that we had to think a little bit more than we'd like about what we ordered due to its price, but the value for what we ordered (quantity+quaility for dollar) was left no regrets.

    (5)

  • Allison K.

    Amazing. By far the highlight of my Baltimore excursion. I knew I would like the place upon entering, and boy, was I in for a treat. The ambiance is contemporary, with an open kitchen and right next to the kitchen. The cocktails were delicious, unique and fairly priced for what you got. We got the scallop over avocado puree and octopus salad as appetizers, and just wow. The scallop was prepared beautifully and simply melted in my mouth. The avocado puree highlighted the scallop flavor, there were toasted sunflower seeds that provided some texture... it was an unforgettable dish. The octopus salad was also prepared quite well, although I didn't think the squid ink vinaigrette tasted much like squid ink. Maybe that is a good thing? For my entree, I got the Maryland Blue Crab Tasting (crab 3 ways): fried soft shell crab, crab stew and crab cake. All of the preparations were excellent, and nothing was overcooked. The crab stew could definitely have been more spicy, but it was still pleasant. Service was perfect and spot on, as they catered well to my diet and intolerance. We could not have been more pleased with this meal!

    (5)

  • Bruce K.

    Went to Wit and Wisdom for a belated birthday celebration with some friends. The atmosphere reflected by both decor and service was already having us plan out our next visit! Upon entering the restaurant, you'll notice that the spread is also shared with Lamill Coffee (review to come). Now, our group was on a "Baltimore Bar Hop" so we didn't get a chance to order any entrees but the appetizers were more than enough to make us overly anxious for our next visit. We ordered the Wood-Roasted Bone Marrow with mushroom jam and baguette and the Vanilla Braised Pork Brisket which were unlike anything I have tasted before (in the best way imaginable). Both appetizers were shared amongst our group of four leaving none of us unsatisfied or displeased. We ordered Sazeracs which ended our dinner perfectly. By the end of the "Bar Hop", after 5 more restaurant stops and food, we couldn't stop raving about the food here. Wit and Wisdom know how to welcome and satisfy their guests with food, drinks and service. We look forward to our next meal here!

    (5)

  • Jason L.

    Great ambience. Food is good. A little pricey. The ya guy beef was highly recommended, but I thought it was just okay. The rest of the food that I tried was delicious. They also shared a kitchen with Pabu so you used to be able to order so e Pabu items. Unfortunately, I believe Pabu's lease was not renewed.

    (4)

  • Alyssa P.

    We had a bad experience here the other night. We had a private event in the private room with about 30 people. There were multiple issues with the AV equipment which as disruptive to the presentation. Although the most disappointing thing was the poor service. Despite asking for drinks - fountain soda, they never came. There was at least 40 minutes between them collecting the plates for one course before the next course came out. Despite paying for coffee and tea service, no coffee or tea was ever brought out even though we asked. In terms of the food ... I started with a simple salad "greens and herbs" which was very nice with candied walnuts, although it could have used a touch more dressing, but excellent flavor. For the entree, I had the prime rib which I thought was prepared very well - medium as ordered. I also sampled the Grouper and stuffed calamari which was just okay in my opinion. The fish was slightly fishy and the calamari didn't have much flavor. Side of potato and vegetables were tasty as well. For dessert I tried the berry trifle which I thought was very good. The elderflower cream was very well done. They also served a delicious sauvignon blanc although I can't remember the name. I have been here previously for happy hour at the bar which is a great deal with good drink deals and small plates. Also they have an amazing outdoor area to sit and have drinks as well right on the water. Overall a great venue, but had disappointing service on this particular night.

    (3)

  • Brandon J.

    Wit and Wisdom is a great place to go to show off to a date or friends. The atmosphere is awesome and so is the scenery. The meals are expensive but worth the cost. As others have mentioned on Yelp, the lobster pot pie is one of the best dishes I've ever had. My date encouraged me to get it for my birthday and we split it... the presentation and everything was awesome. Last years Baltimore bartender of the year works there and the cocktails are great. The whole bartending staff is great. Also, they have HH 7 days a week so check it out if the dinner isn't quite in your budget.

    (5)

  • Kenny K.

    Typical hotel restaurant. It's getting one star because the server greeted us in the outside seating area by saying that the tables were reserved for people eating lunch and that if we wanted drinks only, we should sit on the couches. (We were the only ones on the deck.) A first time at Baltimore's Inner Harbor was tainted by our experience at Wit & Wisdom. Despite her abhorrent attitude, we did enjoy the Bloody Mary's and wings.

    (1)

  • Kamini S.

    We came here for weekend brunch. We ordered a la carte instead of getting the buffet. My husband had the french toast and I had eggs, toast, and a side of fruit. Pros: Food was okay (his french toast was better than my meal), wonderful view of the harbor from the back patio. Cons: We were the only customers on the patio and the service was extremely SLOW. When I ordered I specifically said, I want a side of fruit instead of bacon (I'm vegetarian) and they brought out bacon! So not only did I have to wait forever the first time to get my plate, I had to wait again. Food was also overpriced.

    (2)

  • Jannelle A.

    Came here for dinner and drinks with a friend on a Friday night. It was a great experience. Since we arrived a bit early and our table was not yet ready, my friend and I had the chance to hang out in the bar. The bar itself is sleek and hip-looking. The view out over the water is pretty cool. I remember the bar being quite crowded, however. When we were finally seated, I was impressed by the ambience and decor. The servers were quite slow to come to our table, but I can forgive that since the place was packed! We had: 1) Rabbit boudin stuffed candela pasta: Delicious. Creative presentation and combination of ingredients. 2) Woodfired rockfish and stuffed calamari: Rockfish was cooked perfectly. Small portion 3) Tavern Mac & Cheese casserole: To die for! Literally the best Mac I've ever had I took away 1 star for the high price point and small portions, but to be fair, the food is incredible and the atmosphere of this restaurant is one of the best in Baltimore.

    (4)

  • Dee D.

    My 2 business partners and I were looking for a restaurant with outdoor seating and a substantial menu. After our 1st two choices were unavailable we decided upon Wit and Wisdom at the The Four Seasons. I am a big fan of the Four Seasons properties and amenities and just recently returned from the Four Seasons Vancouver. While there, I greatly enjoyed their standout restaurant: Yew. So I looked forward to a treat at the new Four Seasons Baltimore. The decor was lovely and the view worth coming for. The menu was limited and unimaginative. The food was POOR. There were 3 great fresh fish selections listed. We were incredibly disappointed to learn that they are serving farm-raised instead of wild caught. The explanation given was that the availability of wild-caught fish was very low and therefore very expensive. One of the choices was a Maryland Rockfish. There's not enough Maryland Rockfish in Maryland? Really? The preparation of the fish was listed as grilled. That fish was FLASH-FRIED!!!! AND IT WAS OVER-COOKED!!! The salads and desserts were fine. Our server was (by self-report) new. The food-runner had more knowledge and professional presentation. Go here for drinks and the view - ONLY.

    (2)

  • Laura D.

    A wonderful, stylish bar with a great view of the water. Great place to chill and end the night!

    (5)

  • Justin K.

    So before going to see the move "The Avengers" my wife and I decided to give Wit and Wisdom a try. We have heard nothing but good things about it and we visit the attached coffee shop, no affiliation, Lamill a lot (Definitely recommend their coffee and beignets). This place is located in the bottom of the new and gorgeous Four Seasons hotel. The space for Fox and Owl is very warm and inviting. There is a large circular bar in the middle with couches surrounding a fire place. There are also other cozy lounging areas as well. When you walk in you immediately smell the wood fire grill. No really, the smell punches you in the face and I love it. Anything cooked over a wood grill has to be awesome, as long as it is executed properly. We were immediately seated and I noticed there were a couple of guys with ear pieces in and it made me wonder who was in the building. Low and behold sitting behind us was the Governor or Maryland. Hope that wasn't tax payer dollars he was using! Our server was awesome and was very knowledgeable about the menu and the drink menu. The beer list is above average, but the wine list is remarkable. WOW, is all I can say. If you cannot find a wine in this place that you like, you suck at life and should not be allowed to drink the glorious fruity beverage. After reviewing the menu and making a tough decision on an appetizer we went with the Charcuterie Plate. These are in house cured meats and they sounded good, our server sold us on them. When they came to the table the lovely meats included, beef tongue, prosciutto de parma, scrapple, chicken liver mousse, spicy cap, 2 kinds of in house cured ham, olive loaf, pickled beans and peppers and a baguette. My favorite, the beef tongue. Oh man did they hit that one out of the park! Highly recommend trying this app. For dinner my wife ordered the Amish chicken and I ordered the rabbit 3 ways. Additionally, we ordered a side of the sun chokes with an egg on top and the hush puppies. My wife's chicken was awesome but my rabbit was by far the winner today. It came with a rabbit "chicken fried steak", rabbit sausage, and then a pulled bbq rabbit hiding underneath accompanied by 3 types of mushrooms and a jus. I am not going to lie; I was slightly aroused that rabbit was so good. When I finished the sausage, I swore I found religion! The hush puppies were OK and the sun chokes were really good, however there was a lot of oil and butter at the bottom of the cast iron pan, so that was a little bit of a turn off. By the way, people were complaining about small portions and I don't understand why. The entrees were quite large and I was stuffed after eating the entrees. In fact I had to power through the food wall to finish it. And trust me, I can put the food away and this was no easy task. The desert menu looked really good; I just DID NOT have any room. Instead I ordered a delicious coffee, which came from Lamill and it just rocked. Overall, this meal was great, easy 5 stars. Probably one of the better meals you will have in Baltimore. The only downside to this place is the price tag that comes along with the farm to table restaurants. This place uses all local ingredients which cause the prices of the menu items to rise, so be prepared for your wallet to get punched in the kidneys. Also be sure to go outside of your box and try something different, this menu definitely lends to that experience. I will definitely return to try the venison they had on the menu!

    (5)

  • Hayley P.

    Buttermilk Pancakes with a side of HAIR... I was so excited to dine at Wit & Wisdom for breakfast this morning. We were greeted by the very kind staff at the front of the hotel and at the restaurant itself. Our waitress was very attentive and friendly. Our order of Eggs Benedict and Buttermilk pancakes was taken right away and we were left to enjoy our hot coffee. After waiting for 20 minutes I began to wonder when our food would make it to the table. Another 15 minutes later one of the food runners came out of the kitchen with a plate of eggs and pancakes and I was very ready to eat. He however did not know where to take the food and turned around back into the kitchen. Another 5 minutes later he came back out straight to our table and put the food down. I was just about to take a big bite of my pancakes when I noticed a large black hair on the side of the stack. I notified the waiter and the food was taken away. Our waitress then came out and offered a danish to hold me over, I asked if they had fruit instead since I had ordered pancakes already and she told me the best she could do was a croissant and that the pancakes would take a long while to cook. I'm sorry but I'm not the one who served a customer breakfast with a side of hair! The pancakes came out quickly after and the croissant order was cancelled. There was no further apology and no discount on the final check. Overall the food was average and the service was extremely subpar within the restaurant. I will not be returning to Wit & Wisdom and the restaurant brings shame to the Baltimore food scene.

    (1)

  • Gia J.

    A little on the pricier side. We just went for happy hour. $5.00 appetizers. $5.00 glasses on wine (one red and one white). They also have a $5 signature cocktail that changes daily. It will give you a great view of the harbor.

    (4)

  • Eunice F.

    Overall experience was wonderful! A little pricey but most of it was well worth it! And the location/decor of the place was nice too, on the waterside... trendy/upscale bar/restaurant... Things worth trying... - Appetizer round, you must try their WOODLAND'S HAM '2009' WEST VIRGINIA, its one of the most wonderfully locally cured ham I've ever tasted! AND the FOIE GRAS was amazing!! :) - Entree.... the Rabbit... it comes cooked 3 ways... portions are small... but the 2 out of the 3 preparations were pretty good... - Desserts.... order all of them if you can... they all looked absolutely delicious! We had the red velvet, Baltimore bar and apple crisp... all of them tasted heavenly! I would go back just to eat desserts, that was the best part of the meal!! :)

    (4)

  • Hannah B.

    A co-worker and I ordered lunch for pick up from Wit because we were feeling fancy. The woman that took our order on the phone told us that she told everyone thirty minutes but could give me a call if it was ready sooner. After thirty minutes with no call, I decided to walk over and check on the order. I waited for ten minutes before the food was ready. Clearly they were waiting for me to get there, which would have been fine if I hadn't been waiting for a call. The lobster roll did not have $25 worth of meat on it (all claw, no tail). Both the bison carpaccio and the falafel burger were bland. The fries were either premade and frozen or were days old. All in all the most expensive forgettable lunch I've ever had.

    (2)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :7:00 am - 10:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : No
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Valet, Garage, Street, Validated
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : No
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Dressy
    Ambience : Upscale
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : Free
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : Yes

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