Updated March 2026
Canton is one of the best neighborhoods for food in Baltimore. Located along the waterfront in Southeast Baltimore, Canton is known for its mix of neighborhood bars, brunch spots, bakeries, and standout restaurants around O’Donnell Square.
After years of eating my way through the neighborhood, these are the best restaurants in Canton Baltimore — from famous bagel shops to date-night favorites and casual bars with great food.
Whether you’re looking for brunch, pizza, Chinese food, or wings, this guide covers the top places to eat in Canton.
Quick Picks: Best Canton Baltimore Restaurants
If you’re deciding quickly, these are some of my go to spots in Canton:
- Best pizza: The Dive
- Best overall: NiHao
- Best coffee & bakery: Cafe Dear Leon
- Best bagels: THB Bagelry + Deli
- Best wings: Ellie’s Tavern
Canton Restaurants & Bars
The Dive
Cuisine: Bar Food / American
A relaxed neighborhood bar in Canton known for creative cocktails, cold beer, and a fun mix of comfort food including burgers, wings, and inventive pizzas.
What to order:
-Disco Fries
-Pinball Wizard
-Pizza
NiHao
Cuisine: Chinese / Sichuan
Chef Peter Chang’s modern Chinese restaurant known for bold Sichuan flavors, dumplings, noodles, and creative Chinese dishes.
What to order:
-Popcorn Chicken
-Soup Dumplings
– Cold Sesame Noodles
Sports Balls @ The Canton Local
Cuisine: Bar Food / American
A relaxed neighborhood bar in Canton with an Irish twist, Sports Ball at the Canton Local offers a cozy spot for drinks, watching the game, and catching up with friends.
What to order:
– Cheesesteak Eggrolls
– Chicken Fingers
– Pretzel Bites
Hudson Street Stackhouse
Cuisine: American / Burgers
A popular Canton restaurant known for burgers, whiskey, and classic American comfort food including wings, sandwiches, and a strong craft beer selection.
What to order:
– Wings
– Buffalo Chicken Wrap
– Soft Pretzel
HappyJack Tavern
Cuisine: Pub Food
A casual neighborhood tavern known for wings, burgers, and grilled cheese alongside a solid beer selection.
What to order:
– Smash Burger
– Wings
– Grilled Cheese
Love Pomelo
Cuisine: Italian
An Italian restaurant serving fresh pastas, wood-fired dishes, and seasonal Italian cuisine in a stylish Canton dining room.
What to order:
-Spritzs
-Tiramisu
-Bolognese Bianco
Mizu Sushi
Cuisine: Sushi
A casual sushi spot in Canton serving a wide menu of classic rolls, sashimi, and Japanese favorites. Takeout and carry out only.
What to order:
-Volcano Roll
-Spicy Crunch Roll
-Spicy Girl Roll
Smaltimore
Cuisine: Bar / Pub Food
A neighborhood bar known for wings, sandwiches, and a rotating craft beer list in a relaxed sports bar atmosphere.
What to order:
– Destiny Chicken Wrap
– Buffalo Wings
– Beer
Annabel Lee Tavern
Cuisine: American Comfort Food
A quirky Edgar Allan Poe–themed restaurant serving burgers, sandwiches, seafood dishes, and creative cocktails.
Read my review!
What to order:
– Duck Fat Fries
– BBQ Chicken Nacos
Ellie’s Tavern
Cuisine: American Bar Food
A laid-back Canton neighborhood bar serving burgers, wings, sandwiches, and casual comfort food.
What to order:
– Buffalo Cauliflower
– Munion Dip
– Chicken Sandwich
The Worthington
Cuisine: American Bar Food
A stylish Canton restaurant offering a seasonal American menu with seafood, steaks, pastas, and creative cocktails.
What to order:
– Cheesesteak Eggroll
– Pepperoni and Honey Pizza
– Crispy Chicken Caesar Wrap
Steak’n’Bone (KBBQ)
Cuisine: Korean BBQ
A Korean barbecue restaurant where diners grill meats like bulgogi, brisket, and short rib at the table alongside traditional Korean side dishes.
What to order:
– All You Can Eat KBBQ
Mama’s on the Half Shell
Cuisine: Seafood / Maryland
A longtime Baltimore seafood restaurant known for crab cakes, oysters, steamed crabs, and classic Chesapeake Bay seafood dishes.
What to order:
– Lobster Mac N Cheese
– Crab Dip
– Shrimp Tacos
THB – Towson Hot Bagels
Cuisine: Bagels / Breakfast
A popular breakfast and lunch spot known for fresh bagels, breakfast sandwiches, deli sandwiches, and coffee. Also with locations in Charles Village and Locust Point
Read my review!
What to order:
– Bacon Egg and Cheese
– Chicken Salad
Samos Greek Island Grill
Cuisine: Greek
A Baltimore staple serving classic Greek dishes like souvlaki, gyros, spanakopita, grilled meats, and Mediterranean seafood. Also located in Locust Point.
Read my review!
What to order:
– Chicken Souvlaki
– Spanakopita
– Greek Fries
Of Love & Regret (OLAR)
Cuisine: American Bistro
A Baltimore corner bar with an impressive selection of burgers and a strong cocktail list.
What to order:
– Cocktails
– Mac N Cheese
– Smashburger
Gunther & Co.
Cuisine: American/International Influences
A stylish restaurant known for seasonal American dishes with international influences.
What to order:
– Tea Smoked Duck
– Dessert
– Oysters on the Half Shell
DiPasquale’s Marketplace
Cuisine: Italian/Deli
A beloved Italian market known for sandwiches, pasta, and specialty groceries.
What to order:
– Butchers Hill Cheesesteak
– Tony Rubino
– Jersey Boy
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Map of the Best Canton Baltimore Restaurants