Recently we had two birthdays to celebrate which gave us reason to check two more restaurants off of our top 50 list!
First was #14 The Helmand in Mount Vernon, which according to Sun Magazine has been around for over 25 years! Afghan cuisine was something new for some of the group, but definitely enjoyed by all!
We entered into what appeared to be an empty restaurant, but were quickly escorted to a much more populated back dining room, appropriately decorated with Afghan rugs and decor. Our waiter was very friendly and took the time to explain menu items we weren't quite sure about.
As someone who is not very adventurous when it comes to food, in my opinion, the menu is varied enough that there is something for everyone, and provides a unique experience to try something different. While everyone in our group pretty much ordered their own meal, it would be quite possible, and I think encouraged, to order multiple dishes for the table to share.
See below some of what we tried:
Up next was #35 Cafe Troia in Towson which I would say offers a contemporary spin on Italian classics; for example, I ordered Gouda Filled Ravioli with an Orange cream sauce, which was absolutely delicious!
Sun Magazine describes Cafe Troia as a "popular white tablecloth restaurant." We found the restaurant empty for the most part, which isn't always a bad thing, and while the inside was in fact quite formal and ornately decorated, they also have a more casual outside dining area.
We had a great waiter and were able to arrange a free dessert in honor of the birthday girl, and lucky enough to all get to share!
Again, a restaurant I would recommend, and here's why:
Up next on our list is #34 Pazo in Fells Point. Most of the group has already been, but not since the menu changed from Spanish to Italian cuisine, so we're all excited to try it again!
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